Round-ups, suggestions and ideas to make your weekend better.
The TFG (must-read) Booklist
Here it is! Our list of 12 Books you should be reading right now.
The fairytale life on stage of The Empire’s Cinderella
Like the iconic imagery of Cinderella fleeing the palace steps as the clock strikes twelve, for talented Toowoomba triple threat Shannon Gralow, her story so far has been leading right to this moment.
Furari Flores - Stealing Flowers
Furari Flores is an immersive multisensory art experience exploring the wonder of plants by local artist Cara-Ann Simpson.
The [super]Power of Art
Documenting the rise of ancient civilisations, revolutions and reformations, colonialism and slavery, Art has witnessed the passing of time; it has idealised and idolised, contained and restrained. Art has deep roots and it is not going anywhere.
‘The Next Big Thing’ 2024 Art Prize
Now in it’s second year, The Toowoomba Gallery has announced its 2024 Art Prize, ‘The Next Big Thing’, with a first prize of $5,000.00
Camerata announces their 2025 season
The artistic group will reimagine some of classical music’s greatest works while celebrating contemporary Australian pieces and artists – all with their trademark adventurous programming and energy.
Exhibition: Mr Chippa and the Woodblock Carver of Bagru
"Mr Chippa”, the latest exhibition by Lee Fullarton, skillfully unveils the Magic of Artistry, blending printmaking, sculpture, and painting with the mystical storytelling of an Indian village's woodblock carver.
Artist Spotlight | Amica Aindow
Meet Amica Aindow, the local abstract artist creating earthy, japanese-esc botanicals inspired by nature.
International Street Fiesta set to transform Queens Park
A celebration of community, belonging and culture, an International Street Fiesta is coming to Queens Park this month. . . and we can taste the chicken adobo already.
Hello Chelsart
Queen of the Seed Pods - we talked to local artist Chelsea Baker on Art, Inspiration & Co-creating with Nature.
2023 'Contemporary Wearables' Jewellery Award & Exhibition
Now displayed at the Regional Art Gallery, discover this collection of crafted jewellery made by over 45 talented artisans.
Tour the High Country with this InStudio Art Trail
An Instudio Art Tour is happening each weekend this August and we think it’s the perfect reason to take a day trip up North.
Keeping the Fire
Unlocking Our Inner Creativity: Local Artist Katie Whyte shares her journey of overcoming creative blocks and fostering everyday creative habits.
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
Be swept into the whimsy and magical world of Roald Dahl’s Charlie & The Chocolate Factory as the Toowoomba Choral Society Youth Choir brings this nostalgic favorite to the stage.
Facets of Fairholme exhibition opening this weekend
Fairholme’s now annual art exhibition will feature work by popular local artists such as Donna Mitchell, Will Cripps and Des Verdon.
Toowoomba Busking Festival invites local performers to take CBD centre stage
If you’ve got a passion for sharing your musical talent for the world, the annual event could be your time to shine, with applications open now.
Coffee, Community, and Art: Banter Coffee Kitchen is up for sale
If you've ever dreamed of opening your own café, stepping into something of your own, or turning your passion for community and coffee into your next venture, now may be your opportunity.
Intertwined - an immense exhibition of fibre and ceramics opens this weekend
Intertwined, an immersive art exhibition featuring vast webs of fibre and ceramics, celebrates our shared humanity and the emotions that bind us together.