AUTHOR VISIT
Thursday 27 March
Spend an evening with Orange author Leesa Ronald at The Book Dispensary as she talks about her new book Special Delivery. Enjoy drinks, nibbles and a chat with Leesa. Tickets $20 through trybooking.com
HOMEGROWN PARKES
Saturday, 29 March
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It's back for 2025 - Homegrown Parkes is an opportunity for local and regional businesses who are processing, repurposing, sewing, propagating or producing fabulous local products to share their skill and products with the community. Markets, music, crop swap, performances and demonstrations in Cooke Park - it's all homegrown in Parkes and it's a great family day out.
BEDGERABONG CHECK IN
Monday, 31 March
Care for your land and your wellbeing: The Rural Adversity Mental Health Program is coming to Bedgerabong Showground. Guest speakers are Guy Webb from SoilCQuest, natural capital advisor Chioma Igwenagu and Philip Worrad from RAHMP. It's from 9.30am to 2pm. RSVP preferred by text to Phil 0436 921 076.
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.
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/
EUGOWRA BOOTS AND BOWTIES BALL
Saturday, 5 April
This is a fundraiser ball not to be missed presented by the Eugowra Public School P and C at the Eugowra Showground Pavilion. Think hay bales, festoon lights, warm tones, plenty of seating and the beautiful country night air. Roving canapes by Smoking Brothers Catering and live music from Foxxy Cleopatra - it's going to be spectacular. There will be buses from Forbes, Parkes, Canowindra and Gooloogong. Tickets online 123tix.com.au
AMAZING MOTOR FESTIVAL
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.
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
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.
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
