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May 2012
SETTLERS TAVERN GIG GUIDE
Date: 16 MAY TO 20 MAY 2012 Venue: Settlers Tavern
Contact Details: Settlers Tavern - bands@settlerstavern.com Phone 08 9757 2398
For more shows and info please check Settlers Tavern Website - www.settlerstavern.com or phone 08 9757 2398
May 16 Wed - Kim Churchill with Microwave Jenny and Benjalu (NSW) - tix $15 @ the door 9pm
May 17 Thurs - Mike Elrington (Melbourne)- Acoustic vibe night - 8pm
May 18 Frid - Sneaky Weasel Gang (Perth) - 9:30pm
May 19 Sat - Zarm (Freo) - 9:30pm
May 20 Sun - Kingskinks (Margaret River)- "Unplugged Acoustic Blues" - on the Verandah 3-6pm
COMING SOON.....
June 01 "Tijuana Cartel" at Settlers Tavern, Margaret River
June 14 "Frenzal Rhomb" at Settlers Tavern, Margaret River - Tickets from Moshtix and Venue.
PEEL ESTATE WINE DINNER
Date: FRIDAY 18 MAY 2012 Venue: The Studio Gallery
lease join us at the bistro for this month's Peel Estate Wine Dinner; showcasing the characteristic fruity and full bodied flavours of Peel Estate's signature blends.
Hosted by founder and winemaker Will Nairn, enjoy a selection of Peel Estate's fine wines to accompany an exquisite 5 course degustation dinner prepared by executive chef Blair Allen. With local and seasonal produce in mind, Blair will be serving up a selection of hearty and delectable dishes including Sous Vide tenderloin of Margaret River Venison wrapped in Pancetta and a Venison Shin Pastie with sauteed spinach and chocolate jus, just to name a few!
All courses can be modified for vegetarian, gluten free and diary free requirements.
CAPE LODGE SPECIAL COOKING CLASSES
Date: SATURDAY 19TH OF MAY Venue: Cape Lodge
Contact Details: 08 97556311 or Stay@CapeLodge.com.au
Stand alongside Tony Howell & Guest Chef Ashton Hall for a two hour Cooking Class.
A rare opportunity to learn from two of the most talented Chefs around.
Saturday 19th of May from 3.30pm $270.00per person includes 2 hour Cooking Class Pre Dinner Drinks & Canapes Six Course Degustation Menu Premium Howard Park Wines
GUEST CHEF DINNER TONY HOWELL & ASHTON HALL
Date: 19th May Venue: The Cape Lodge Restaurant
Contact Details: 08 97556311 or Stay@CapeLodge.com.au
Chef Ashton Hall has headed up some the best kitchens in the World from Jean-George Vongerichten's Ocean Club in the Bahamas to Felix at the Peninsula Hotel in Hong Kong and now Coast Restaurant at the exclusive Alila Soori Villas in West Bali.
Ashton and our very own Tony Howell are joining together in the Cape Lodge Kitchen on the 19th of May to prepare a six course degustation menu which will be matched with the premium wines of Howard Park. $145.00 per person includes : Pre Dinner Drinks & Canapes Six Course Degustation Menu Premium Howard Park Wines
TREE DECLINE FIELD TRIP
Date: 22 MAY 2012 Venue: starting at Meelup Beach at 9am
Contact Details: Please contact - mandy@meeluppark.com
Why are some of our iconic tree species dying? - Tuarts, peppermint, flooded gum and marri are all experiencing rapid decline.
Join experts Giles Hardy and George Matusick from the Centre of Excellence for Climate Change, Woodland and Forest Health.
You will learn how to :
*Identify symptoms and signs relating to tree health
*Explore management options
*Increase your general knowledge on tree health.
Bring along examples of sick plants or photographs that can be displayed and discussed.
VENUE/TIME Half-day morning session starting at Meelup Beach at 9am. Venue/sites will be confirmed with participants via email before the day, depending on weather.
Morning Tea/ Lunch Provided
SETTLERS TAVERN GIG GUIDE
Date: 24 MAY TO 27 MAY 2012 Venue: Settlers Tavern
Contact Details: Contact - www.settlerstavern.com
Phone - 08 9757 2398
Please find below Gig Guide and Touring acts Front Row Experiences Settlers Tavern Margaret River WA.
May 24 Thurs - Freya Hanley (Freo) - Accoustic Vibe Night - 8pm
May 25 Frid - Cowtown (Cowaramup) - 9:30pm
May 26 Sat - Ben Merito (Perth) - 9:30pm
May 27 Sun - Ben Merito (Perth) - "Unplugged Accoustic Blues" - on the Verandah 3-6pm
COMING SOON -
June 01 - "Tijuana Cartel" at Settlers Tavern, Margaret River
June 14 - "Frenzal Rhomb" at Settlers Tavern, Margaret River
LIONS CLUB OF LEEUWIN GARAGE SALE
Date: FIRST SAT OF MONTH Venue: Lions Shed - Hillview Road, Augusta
Contact Details: Contact Ron Brearley on 9758 0430
WHAT: The Lions Club of Leeuwin opens the shed for its monthly Garage Sale
WHEN: Saturday 6 August, 8.30m - 12noon then the first Saturday of every month
WHERE: Lions Shed, Hillview Road Augusta
The monthly sale includes plants, clothing, books, whitegoods, bric a brac and furniture.
All money goes to the local community and Lions charities including the Royal Flying Doctor Service and appeals such as the Flood Appeal.
Come and along and show your community support for the Lions Club and pick up a bargain as well.
TOWN SQUARE MARKETS
Date: Various Dates - See Below Venue: Margaret River Town Square, Bussell Highway
Spend Your Weekend At The Town Square Markets
Whether it be regional produce, art, craft, fashion or jewellery - you'll find it all here at the Town Square Markets, Bussell Highway Margaret River.
Grab yourself, or a loved one, a gift from Margaret River today.
9am to 12.30pm
WHEN:
February 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th
March 4th (Labour Day), 18th
April 1st, 8th (Easter), 15th
May 6th, 20th
June 3rd (Foundation Day), 17th
July 1st, 15th
August 5th, 19th
September 2nd, 16th, 30th (Queens Birthday),
October 7th, 21st
November 4th, 18th
December 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th
THE CAPES VOLUNTEER TEAM NEEDS YOU
Date: Every Thursday Venue: Various, See Details below
Contact Details: For more information or to register, call the Capes office on 9757 2202.
Lend The Environment A Helping Hand
WHAT: The planting season is here and volunteers are needed as the team heads to special areas around the region.
WHERE: Meet at the Capes Office at the Community Centre, Tunbridge Street, Margaret River.
Make sure you bring lunch and wear appropriate and hardy clothing and footwear.
WHEN: Every Thursday at 9am - 2pm - morning tea is provided.
So come on, join the volunteers and help keep the region beautiful.
MARGARET RIVER FARMERS MARKETS
Date: Various Dates Venue: Tunbridge Street, Margaret River
Think Fresh, Think Seasonal, Think Local.
WHAT: Margaret River regularly hosts its popular Farmers Markets for one and all to grab a fresh, tasty bargain with heaps of locally produced food and other goodies. Stalls are manned by the growers and producers themselves providing you with a diverse range of prime South-West produce.
WHERE : Tunbridge Street Margaret River
WHEN : Markets are open from 8am - 12pm and at 11am on each market day a hamper of local goodies is drawn -everytime you buy something - grab yourself a free raffle ticket.
More information at www.margaretriverfarmersmarket.com.au
2012 Dates:
February 11 & 25
March 10 & 24
April 14 & 28
May 12 & 26
June 9 & 23
July 14 & 28
August 11 & 25
September 8 & 22
October 13 & 27
November 10 & 24
December 8 & 22
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