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Royal Worcester – The Ellis Rowan Inheritance
A public lecture conducted by the Australian Decorative and Fine Arts Society, Toowoomba Tuesday 7 June 2011 The beauty of ceramics produced by the Royal Worcester pottery in England is well recognised and pieces are found in many Australian homes. Perhaps less well known is that the art of one of Australia’s premier artists of Australian flora and fauna, Ellis Rowan (1849 – 1922) is represented on many Royal Worcester pieces. Harry Frost, an unrivalled expert on Royal Worcester porcelain, will discuss the link between Royal Worcester and Ellis Rowan’s beautiful water-colours in an illustrated lecture on Tuesday 7 June for the Toowoomba Group of the Australian Decorative and Fine Arts Society (ADFAS). After university where he graduated in ceramics, Harry joined Royal Worcester in 1976 as designer-modeller and followed that by his appointment as curator at the Museum of Worcester Porcelain. Harry Frost spent over 25 years with Royal Worcester and is now in great demand internationally as a lecturer on the work of the renowned pottery. Harry Frost’s lecture will be given in the Glennie Room, The Glennie School, Herries Street, Toowoomba on Tuesday 7 June starting at 6.45 pm, and will be followed by supper. Members of the public are very welcome to attend. The cost is $20 for persons who are not members of ADFAS and $10 for students. For further information about this lecture and about membership of ADFAS contact the Secretary of ADFAS, Toowoomba on 07 4636 6164 . Continue reading
Cultural Heritage Network 2011 Seminar a Success
‘Looking outside the museum’s walls – making the most of your town’ was the theme of the Cultural Heritage Network – Toowoomba Region’s 2011 seminar held at Nobby on Saturday 28 May. As the title suggests, the day was jam-packed with information. Delegates experiencing the Nobby Heritage Guided Walking Tour Held at Rudd’s Pub, Nobby, the Seminar provided delegates with the opportunity to learn methods of engaging with local communities and raising heritage awareness, with examples from Eumundi and Nobby showcasing how it can be done. It offered delegates an occasion to network and discuss common issues with other organisations in the Region. At the Nobby Forge Vintage Museum Opened by Councillor Ros Scotney, the Seminar had over 30 attendees from as far afield as the Western Downs and Wandoan. President of the Network, Karen Barrett said, “The annual seminar provides a great opportunity for cultural heritage organisations within the Toowoomba Regional Council area to learn, catch up and be reminded that they are not alone on this journey.”The full day program included presentations and workshops on tour guiding and public programs. Hosted by Ken and Louise from the Nobby Forge and Vintage Museum, attendees also took part in a Heritage Guided Walking Tour of Nobby with Narelle Maddison from the Nobby Heritage & Development Association. Continue reading
Advance Notice for Trash Ya Hair
Schools, Businesses, Clubs/Community Groups or individuals on the Downs and in the Lockyer Valley are encouraged to have a Trash Ya Hair Day during the month of October. You can colour, mousse, gel or shave your hair to raise money for the Toowoomba Hospice. These funds will assist the daily operations of this important community facility providing palliative and respite care for all ages. There are some great prizes to be won for Schools, Businesses, Clubs/Community Groups or individuals, that raise the most money! The Toowoomba Hospice’s mission is to provide optimal palliative care; based on mutual respect and trust, the needs of those who come to us and their families. For more information call Mark NOW on 07 4659 8500 or email him on admin.toowoombahospice@bigpond.com Continue reading
Advance Notice for Trash Ya Hair
Schools, Businesses, Clubs/Community Groups or individuals on the Downs and in the Lockyer Valley are encouraged to have a Trash Ya Hair Day during the month of October. You can colour, mousse, gel or shave your hair to raise money for the Toowoomba Hospice. These funds will assist the daily operations of this important community facility providing palliative and respite care for all ages. There are some great prizes to be won for Schools, Businesses, Clubs/Community Groups or individuals, that raise the most money! The Toowoomba Hospice’s mission is to provide optimal palliative care; based on mutual respect and trust, the needs of those who come to us and their families. For more information call Mark NOW on 07 4659 8500 or email him on admin.toowoombahospice@bigpond.com Continue reading
Charity Rodeo to Support Toowoomba Renal & Cancer Units
There’ll be Bulls, Broncs, Barrels & Music at the annual Fossil Downs Charity Bush Rodeo Extravaganza, Fifteen Mile Road, Murphy’s Creek on Saturday 4th September…. It’s top class rodeo with NRA affiliated cowboys in action plus all the thrills of barrel racing. There will be poddie calf rides, children’s games, Cleo the Clown & face painting plus a host of country music entertainment. Some of the biggest & meanest bulls will be in action including ‘Pocket Rocket’, ‘Terra Firma’ & ‘Eden’ while the NRA Bucking Horse of the Year 2006 ‘Denim & Lace’ will be on show plus ‘Strawberry Roan’, ‘Turbulance’ and ‘Crazy Horse. This is the third year of the rodeo and nominations for this year’s event have more than doubled so there will be plenty of action and some of the best cowboys and cowgirls on show. Entertainment by renowned country artists including James Anderssen & the Outlaws and Dude Lovett & Kathy O’Sullivan will keep everybody entertained. Entry is Adults $15, Children $5, Concessions $10, Families $30 (unlimited kids under 16). Camping with breakfast is also available $10 per adult & $5 for children over 8 years. Contact Rosemary on 46305714 or Gaye on 0417-633051. BYO Swag & chairs. No eskys allowed. Proceeds from the day will aid the Renal & Cancer Units at the Toowoomba Hospital. Gates open at 1.00pm, music from 1.00pm to 3.00pm and the action gets underway at 3pm with the Open & Junior Barrel racing, at 4.30pm Local Poddie Calf rides and then rodeo action from 5.00pm. Just follow the signs to Murphy’s Creek and get into the action of Charity Rodeo….. For further information, Peter Rookas, Toowoomba Hospital Foundation Ph. 4616 6166 Continue reading
Council Connections: Week 3, August 2010
Toowoomba Regional Council Connections The weekly program keeping you up to date with Toowoomba Regional Council’s facilities, activities and services. Council Connections with Darren Burton Darren talks about the Seniors Expo, Pre-poll voting, the next Ordinary meeting of council, rates notices, Shutterbugs, Highfields water mains cleaning and Laurel Bank Park tours. Continue reading
Royal Bull’s Head Inn Celebrates Museums Alight!
This year, the Royal Bull’s Head Inn at Drayton is responding to the International Museum Day theme of Museums for Social Harmony by hosting a special Edwardian High Tea. Enjoy delicious treats including scones with jam and cream, caramel tart, blueberry pie, sandwiches, citrus tart, and tropical cream pie served with tea and coffee from 10am on Friday 14, Saturday 15 and Sunday 16 May. All this, for a very affordable $10 per person! Explore the Royal Bull’s Head Inn and discover their interesting collections items including a ladies’ green silk bustle skirt from the Victorian era and an original Victorian Chaise Lounge. These demonstrate how early Australians furnished their homes during this period and the types of fashions worn. Did you know that two drovers accidentally poisoned themselves with arsenic in the upstairs bedrooms of the Royal Bull’s Head Inn and their ghosts are said to wander the building? Royal Bull’s Head Inn at Drayton is one of many museums and galleries across Queensland taking part in this year’s Museums Alight! Queensland is a culturally rich and diverse State boasting more than 400 museums and public galleries, each with their own unique stories, exhibitions, collections and activities to share. Enjoy a Devonshire tea or sit down for High Tea in the Parlour at the Royal Bull's Head Inn. Royal Bull’s Head Inn Antonia Hildebrand Manager Phone: 07 4637 2278 Address: 59 Brisbane St, Drayton (Toowoomba) Email: RBHIcoffeehouse@hotmail.com Visit the Museum and Gallery Services Queensland website www.magsq.com.au for full details of participating Queensland venues and related special events. Continue reading
Royal Bull’s Head Inn Celebrates Museums Alight!
This year, the Royal Bull’s Head Inn at Drayton is responding to the International Museum Day theme of Museums for Social Harmony by hosting a special Edwardian High Tea. Enjoy delicious treats including scones with jam and cream, caramel tart, blueberry pie, sandwiches, citrus tart, and tropical cream pie served with tea and coffee from 10am on Friday 14, Saturday 15 and Sunday 16 May. All this, for a very affordable $10 per person! Explore the Royal Bull’s Head Inn and discover their interesting collections items including a ladies’ green silk bustle skirt from the Victorian era and an original Victorian Chaise Lounge. These demonstrate how early Australians furnished their homes during this period and the types of fashions worn. Did you know that two drovers accidentally poisoned themselves with arsenic in the upstairs bedrooms of the Royal Bull’s Head Inn and their ghosts are said to wander the building? Royal Bull’s Head Inn at Drayton is one of many museums and galleries across Queensland taking part in this year’s Museums Alight! Queensland is a culturally rich and diverse State boasting more than 400 museums and public galleries, each with their own unique stories, exhibitions, collections and activities to share. Enjoy a Devonshire tea or sit down for High Tea in the Parlour at the Royal Bull's Head Inn. Royal Bull’s Head Inn Antonia Hildebrand Manager Phone: 07 4637 2278 Address: 59 Brisbane St, Drayton (Toowoomba) Email: RBHIcoffeehouse@hotmail.com Visit the Museum and Gallery Services Queensland website www.magsq.com.au for full details of participating Queensland venues and related special events. Continue reading
