Whats On…

South Australian Landscape/Seascape Photographic Exhibition
Saturday 7 Feb to Sunday 15 March 2009
VineCrest Winery, Barossa Valley Way Tanunda
Featured works showcasing the beauty of South Australia by photographers Kathy Thompson and Bill Robinson will be on display and for sale.

Peter Franz Photography 'My Life Through A Lens' @ Peter Franz Gallery
1st Febraruy to 15th March 09
OPEN: THURSDAY TO SUNDAY 10AM - 4PM
EXHIBITION OPENING
27th February 2009 at 7pm, To be officially opened by the President of the Barossa Arts Council Barbara Lightburn. Drinks & refreshments will be served. 19 Barossa Valley Hwy, Lyndoch. PH: (08) 8524 5225

Echoes from the Past Exhibition @ Barossa Regional Gallery
Exhibition on view from 22 Feb to 27 March 2009
In 1867 a group of Barossa Pioneers trekked to the rich Riverina to settle. Professor Dirk Spennemann has captured the remainders of the past in soft sepia photographs.
Open Tues to Sunday 11am -4pm


Coming Up:

Wood fired Pizza’s @ Rolf Binder Winery
Wood Fired Pizza's for 2 last times before the (hopefully) cooler weather sets in. The dates that they will be on are as follows. 13th March - next Friday night and 3rd April - which will coincide with one of the valleys top artists, launching her work on this evening Next Friday already has a lot of bookings, however, if we get 100 people to the 13th March, Stuart will donate $500 to the Bushfire appeal, so it is for a great cause to rock up, have some great food, some great wine and support our fellow Australians. If you have not been before or want to assist, please make a reservation and come and have some fun.
Most dietary requirements can be met - just ask. Gluten free, vegetarian, children’s pizzas, food intolerances - we’ll do our best. Great wines and soft drinks to share. Sorry, no BYO.
Rolf Binder @ Veritas Winery is a non-smoking environment, so we have provided a very fashionable smokers lounge out on the road.Please call Julie on 8562 3300 to make your reservations - they are essential as it both nights will be very busy.

Barossa Under the StarsSaturday 14th March 2009Starring Chris Isaak - Live in Australia on at Barossa Arts and Convention Centre, Tanunda. Featuring special guest Tina Arena.
For more info contact the Barossa Visitor Information Centre on 85630600 For full details visit http://www.barossaunderthestars.com.au/. Tickets still available!

Tanunda Show
Saturday 14th March
The 96th Tanunda Show will be held at the Tanunda Show Grounds from 9.00am to 5.00pm. The Tanunda Show represents the agricultural and horticultural strength of our community and a long tradition of a special food and wine culture that sets us apart from many other rural communities. The programme showcases the best of Barossa produce and there will be activities for families, locals and visitors with some of the highlights including Dill Cucumber, German Yeast Cake, and Rotegrutze Championships; Amateur beer and wine making; Giant Sunflower and Giant Vegetable Championships; Opening of the Magpie Café where a light lunch (including the Barossa Pie) made from quality Barossa produce will be served along with Barossa Wine Show Winners‘ wines available by the glass; Opening of the Kegel Bahn for show participants to roll the Kegel; Hand milking championship; Canine Barons of the Barossa Championship; sideshows, farm expo, competitions and other entertainment for the kids and live music and a bar for the adults.


Wine Down at Whistler Wines
Sunday 15th March
If you are visiting the Barossa Valley to attend Barossa Under The Stars or just having a weekend away ―Wine Down at Whistler Wines on Sunday 15 March for an afternoon with the Pfeiffer Family in their idyllic open-air picnic atmosphere. To ensure your seat BYO chair, sit back relax and listen to some great music while enjoying some tasty local food from the Barossa or try your hand at a game of petanque, or a kick of the football. Food will be served from 12 noon to 3:00 pm.

Cabaret on the Creek @ Moorooroo Park Vineyards
Featuring Matt Launer & the KGB Big Band
28th of March 2009, Concert starts at 6:00pm Gates Open at 5:pm
Moorooroo Park Vineyards invites you to come and enjoy a night of swing and romance as the Banks of Jacobs Creek come alive to the sounds of the KGB Big Band. You’ll find it impossible to stop the toe tapping as you're swept away by the Smoky voice of Matt Launer and the bustling sounds of the 20 piece Brass Band.
A limited number of tickets will also be available for dinner, to be enjoyed during the concert. Set seating will be given at one of the exclusive tables positioned at the base of the stage to let you fully enjoy the Big Band experience.
Moorooroo Park Vineyard, Nitschke Road Tanunda SA
Cost: $35.00 Concert, $55.00 Diner Platter & Concert Package

Barossa Film Club
20 March
The Barossa Film Club presents a short film from Australia, The Meeting Place and a main film from France / Iran, Kandahar, 2001. Films will be held in the Wine Education Centre, near Brenton Langbein Theatre at 7:30pm sharp, Tanunda. All welcome. Tea & Coffee are provided with a short interval. Membership costs $30 per person for the year, but non-members can also come along with a donation of $5. Ph 08 8564 8225

Mt Pleasant Show
Saturday 21 March
The Mount Pleasant Show offers all a South Australian country show should, with livestock, sheep shearing, Horses in action, log chopping, ute muster, stockman's challenge, sideshows, local produce, entertainment area, live band, trade stalls plus much more. This is one show not to miss

Barossa Vintage Festival
11 to 18 April 2009
The biennial Barossa Vintage Festival returns from . The full event program will be available from the visitor information Centre or for more information go to http://www.barossavintagefestival.com.au/



dragonfly + alabaster
Bridget Laucke and Nardia Munt from dragonfly + alabaster are thrilled to exhibit the art of popular local artist Kathy Romeo, at 99 Murray Street Tanunda.Beautiful paintings nestled with ‘dragonfly’s’ stunning antique furniture give a true indication of art in situ and Kathy’s current works pay homage to the fruit of our region – luscious tamarillos, olives, pomegranates, pears and apples.Visit the store from 10 – 5 weekdays and 11 – 4 Saturday to Sunday to view this much anticipated exhibition. If you would like to view the art out of shop hours, please call to make a time.
art, design and beautiful things
www.alabasterstore.com.au
99 Murray Street, Tanunda Mon - Fri 10 - 5, Sat - Sun 11 - 4
Viva The Flower Store: 67 Murray Street, Angaston Mon - Fri 9 - 5, Sat 9 - 3