Celebrate the opening night of Melbourne Queer Film Festival with a regional screening of Flee, a story of unforgettable self discovery. In collaboration with the Melbourne Queer Film Festival and Goulburn Valley Pride Shepparton, the screening starts at 6pm. On at Shepparton Village Cinemas, 9-13 Stewart St, free popcorn and soft drinks are available on entrance. Tickets can be purchased online at www.tix.mqff.com.au/events
Saturday
Dale Wright Santa photos
Santa photos are back again — with some tweaks. Starting Saturday, photos are available every day until Christmas Eve at Riverside Plaza, Kialla. Due to restrictions, there won’t be any sitting on Santa’s knee, but there will be lots of Christmas spirit. Running from 9.30am to 4.30pm, the photos will be done by Dale Wright portrait maker. Bookings are essential at www.bookitlive.net/book/dalewright with a $5 confirmation fee, redeemable off your photo package.
Sunday
Emerald Bank Community Market
After a lengthy hiatus, crowd favourite Emerald Bank Community Market is back. Running every Sunday from 8.30am to 1.30pm, the market is sure to fulfil all your fresh produce, arts and crafts needs. The market is at 7725 Goulburn Valley Hwy, Kialla. Entry is by gold coin donation.
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Mooroopna Country Music
On Sunday, November 28, at the Sir Ian McLennan Centre; the Mooroopna Country Music event runs from noon to 5pm with doors opening at 10.30am. Guest artist is Johnny Doyle with walk-up artists welcome. Entry is $7 for members and $8 for non-members; this includes tea and coffee, bring your own cup and nibbles. A barbecue lunch will also be available. Patrons must be fully vaccinated with certificates; these will be checked on entry. QR code or sign in is required. Inquires to Robin on 5824 1871.
Over-60s Friendship Group
A friendly social group meets every second Tuesday of each month at 6pm at Casablanca Restaurant, 125 High St, Shepparton, for a meal and to discuss the coming months' itinerary for day and evening outings. Singles, friends and couples all welcome. No committee, fees, or commitment to attend outings. For information, phone David on 0409 133 044 or Jan on 0458 211 104.
Lodge Eshcol
Members of the public interested in joining Lodge Eshcol are encouraged to apply. The Freemason group is looking for new members to join its ranks to help give back to the Shepparton community. Contact Alan Thomson on 0402 284 797 for details.
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