May 13

Hello Canberra,

Hello Canberra,

☀️ Weather: 20° and Sunny.

📆 Today: It’s Monday 13th May

News: 🎻 Canberra Symphony Orchestra Receives Funding Boost

For years, the Canberra Symphony Orchestra has received significantly less funding from the Federal Government than other state orchestras. The Federal Government has now announced a $4.1 million funding boost for the CSO, which will help secure the orchestra’s future.

Something to do: 🧶 Crafternoons

Every Wednesday, Smith’s Alternative in the city holds a craft afternoon. From 12:30pm, bring in craft projects, whatever they may be: Cross-stitch, crochet, embroidery, knitting etc., and hang out with other crafty individuals. Details here.

Tomorrow: 🎥 The Way, My Way Screening

Palace Cinema is holding a special screening of The Way, My Way. Based on Bill Bennett’s book of the same name, the film follows the story of an Australian man’s transformative experience walking the Camino de Santiago, and the people he meets along the way that changed his life forever.

The screening includes a Q&A with writer & director Bill Bennett and producer/actor Jennifer Cluff. The screening is happening tomorrow evening from 6:30pm. Details here.

This Weekend: 🐝 BeFair

For the third year in a row the Belgium Embassy in Canberra will be throwing open its doors to celebrate World Bee Day. There will be guided beehive tours, a market, and live music. You can also bring a picnic to enjoy on the lawns of the embassy. The money raised will go towards supporting Ukrainian beekeepers who are struggling to make a living due to the war. Details here.

Something to do: 🧑‍🎤 Dollys Musical Bingo

Dollys in the City is running Musical Bingo every Tuesday evening. If you're seeking a less cerebral alternative to pub trivia, this could be for you. Details here.

Friday: 🔭 Stargazing at Lanyon Homestead

The evening starts with a delicious 2-course meal at the Barrack’s Café with an introductory presentation by Mt Stromlo Observatory astronomers on what to look for in the night sky. Then move out into the grounds where you will explore the night sky through some powerful telescopes. Details here.

Tidbits:

Victim of Burglary Rebate: If you’ve been a victim of burglary you could be eligible for a rebate of $550 towards increasing the security of your home. More.

Capital Socks: Capital Socks designs Canberra-themed socks. They’ve now opened a store at the Fyshwick Markets. More.

Heart Space: The CSO Chamber Ensemble will be performing at The National Museum this Thursday evening. More.

Gorman House Upgrades: The ACT Government has submitted a Development Application for upgrades to Gorman House. A new cafe will open to replace the restaurant that used to be Sage, and a number of buildings will renovated. More.