March 18

Hello Canberra,

Hello Canberra,

🌦️ Weather: 24° and a medium (60%) chance of showers.

📆 Today: It’s Monday 18th March

News: Adytum Day Spa Closed Down Leaving Workers Unpaid

Adytum day spa on Lonsdale Street in Braddon closed down unexpectedly around a month ago, leaving workers unpaid and many customers holding gift vouchers they couldn’t redeem. The ABC did a write-up yesterday with more details surrounding the closure. More.

Thursday: ☀️ Free Solar Workshop

Nearly 1 in 4 Canberra households already have solar panels installed. The ACT Government is holding a free workshop, Understand solar for your home, this Thursday in Dickson. They’ll take you through the different solar system setups and help you understand what setup best suits your needs. They’ll also explain available ACT Government supports, including rebates and zero-interest loans. Details Here

Coming Up: 🎭 RBG - Of Many, One

After a popular, sold-out premiere season in 2022, the Sydney Theatre Company’s production of RBG: Of Many, One is coming to Canberra. The life of US Supreme Court justice, Ruth Bader Ginsburg is brought to the stage by Olivier Award-winning Australian playwright Suzie Miller. It’s showing at the Canberra Theatre from 11th to 21st April. Tickets here.

Something to do: 🍎 Hands On Cider Making Workshop

Canberra’s only cidery, 3 Sons Cider, is hosting a cider-making workshop this weekend. You’ll learn how to make cider from scratch with what you have at home. Details here.

This Weekend: 🧶 Australian Yarn Show

The inaugural Australian Yarn Show is happening this Saturday and Sunday at Rydges Canberra. There will be workshops, demonstrations and a bustling market. Details here.

Something to do: 🏃‍♂️ Mount Ainslie Parkrun

Trail running a lower-impact workout compared to “street running”, that can help reduce the risk of repetitive stress injuries. The Mount Ainslie Parkrun group is Canberra’s only 100% trail based parkrun. The parkrun is a weekly 5km community event. It’s completely free, but you do need to register before you first come along. Anyone can take part and all fitness levels are welcome. Find out more.

Kids: 🐶 Sleep Out For Strays

This School Holidays, The RSPCA is running the Sleep Out For Strays fundraising program. Sleep Out For Strays is a fun new way for kids to learn how to be responsible pet owners and raise much-needed funds for the ACT RSPCA Shelter. There will be daily animal learning activities, including colouring and drawing competitions, crosswords and toy-making classes. Find out more.