Saturday,
5 April 2025
What’s on in and around Forbes

SEEN THE FILM AT FORBES PRESCHOOL

Thursday, 3 April

Forbes Preschool together with Kids HQ Integrated Therapeutic Services and Trauma Specialists have the opportunity to bring SEEN the Film, a feature length documentary to Forbes. The film uses authentic narratives of real parents to spark self-reflection and personal growth for caregivers, through the lens of addressing trauma and attachment styles. It seeks to help families and children build toward healthier connections and emotional liberation. Tickets to this very special event at Forbes Preschool at 6pm will be available soon.

BEDGERABONG MOVIE NIGHT

Friday, 4 April

Movie night at Bedgerabong Public School is on again. There will be games and activities from 4pm including inflatable obstacles, jumping castle and laser tag. From 7pm there will be dinner including Spuddy Buddy, Mr Whippy fairy floss and popcorn with the movie 'Cats and Dogs 3 Paws Unite' screening from 7pm. It's just one of the activities happening to celebrate Youth Week in our shire, see pages 8 and 9 for more information.

SUSAN PETTITT NETBALL CLINIC

Saturday, 5 April

Former Australian Diamond player Susan Pettitt will be coming back to Forbes to hold a shooting clinic at the Forbes netball courts. The clinic will be held from 1.15pm to 2.15pm for players nine years and older. Places are limited so make sure to register early at https://www.spnetball.com/

AMAZING MOTOR FESTIVAL

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Saturday, April 5

Save the date for a celebration of historic machinery, cars, trucks, bikes and more. To be hosted by the Forbes District Historic Machinery Association, this event will bring together enthusiasts and families at the Multipurpose Equestrian Centre and Showground for a day packed with excitement.

GOLDEN EAGLES SEASON OPENER

Saturday, 5 April

Eugowra rugby league club opens its Woodbridge Cup campaign with a home game and its Old Boys Day. The Geagles and Golden Eagles will be taking on the Cargo Blue Heelers and there will be three games to enjoy with the return of a Eugowra Under 18s side.

BUNNINGS EASTER NIGHT

Thursday, 10 April

From 5pm to 7pm visit Forbes Bunnings for a fun Easter themed afternoon. The Easter bunny will make an appearance and there will be a BBQ, entertainment, activities, games, popcorn, face painting and more for all to enjoy.

ROTARY IPOMOEA MARKETS AND FAMILY FUN DAY

Saturday, 12 April

Rotary Club of Forbes Ipomoea markets are on and this will be a fun morning with Forbes Shire Council Youth Week activities on site as well. Jumping castle, paddle boats, face painting and more all at Lions Park to start the school holidays. New stallholders always welcome, $20 a site and you must have public liability insurance.

EUGOWRA MURALS WEEKEND

Saturday, 12 April

The Eugowra murals weekend is coming up on Saturday and Sunday, 12 and 13 April, and Eugowra VIEW Club is running markets in Apex Park on the Saturday morning. To book a stall text 0400 607 690 or email eugowraeveningviewclub@gmail.com

WIRRINYA PICNIC DAY

Sunday 13 April

Join in the family fun at the Wirrinya Recreation Grounds from 9.30am. Gates open 9.30am with the first race at 10am. There'll be novelty events, running races, billy boil and raffles - fun for the whole family. Canteen available with cash or eftpos.

NATHAN "WHIPPY" GRIGGS AT CALARIE HALL

Thursday, May 1

Check out an Aussie banter whip cracking show from a Guinness world record holder Nathan "Whippy" Griggs at his Pass the Hat gig. This event is free entry and everyone is welcome for a fun night at Calarie Hall from 7pm.

Want to add to this list? Email renee.powell@forbesadvocate.com.au