WEEK 1

Tue 2 Nov
Melbourne Cup Day 2010
Sunshine Coast Turf Club Caloundra
Races + Fashions on the Field
Dress up for a great day out!
More info visit www.sctc.com.au

Although Cup Day is still not an ‘official holiday’ in Queensland, everyone gets into the spirit of the day with Cup Day Lunches, Sweeps & Fashion Parades held at many dining venues & workplaces across the Sunshine Coast!

Fri 5 Nov
Maroochydore/Buderim Blue Light Disco
Buderim Basketball Stadium (Home of the Clippers)
Syd Lingard Drive, Buderim
Doors open 6.20pm
Disco finishes at 10pm
Entry: $8 - No Passouts
ALL DISCOS FULLY SUPERVISED BY POLICE - HAVE A GREAT NIGHT AT EITHER MAROOCHYDORE OR NAMBOUR.
Both Maroochydore & Nambour are now Junior Disco’s catering for only school-age children—Yr 9 & below. (Under 14) Some 14 year olds may be allowed entry—discretion upon Police Officer at door. Older children MUST produce your School ID to be able to gain entry into either disco. No ID—NO entry. This applies only to the older children to verify to us that they are in Year 9 or under 14.
Discretion will be upon Police officers in attendance to allow entry to those on the borderline.
Next Discos:
First Friday of the month Maroochydore
2nd Friday of the month is Nambour
(ZERO TOLERANCE APPROACH TO POOR BEHAVIOUR & ATTITUDES DIRECTED TO POLICE, SUPERVISORS & OTHER CHILDREN - ANYONE OFFENDING WILL BE BARRED FROM FUTURE DISCOS)
www.maroochydorebluelight.com >>

Fri 5 to Sun 7 Nov
North Coast International Boat Show
& River to Reef Fishing Classic 2010
Stockland Park, Nicklin Way, Kawana Waters
Fri: 10am to 5pm
Sat: 9am to 5pm
Sun: 9am to 4pm
The 2010 North Coast International Boat Show & Fishing Classic is back bigger than ever with many of the best boating, fishing & camping equipment retailers in Queensland & neighbouring states turning out for the annual event.
Over 400 boats on show from tinnies to luxury launches.
Ticket is valid all weekend.
For more info visit www.boatexpo.com.au
or phone (07) 4637 2766
www.australianevents.com.au

Sat 6 Nov 2010
Collectorama
Sunshine Coast Showgrounds Nambour
Coronation Ave, Nambour
7.30am to 2.30pm
New opening times this year for Collectorama will see the Nambour Showgrounds bustling with excitement as keen customers prowl for bargains.
Book Nambour accommodation here >>

This giant fair features more than 160 dealers with their wonderful antiques & collectables for sale in the relaxed country setting of the Showgrounds. It's mostly undercover so you'll be comfortable in any weather.
Whatever your budget you're assured of finding something delectable to take home. Whether it's glassware, china, tools, books, brass, toys, lamps, clocks & watches, vintage clothing, records, retro items, militaria, kitchenalia, shipwreck goods, jewellery, tins, boxes, art deco, or furniture, to name a few, bargains are there to be had!
Admission is $5, food & refreshments are available. There's ample free parking inside the Showgrounds. Come along & enjoy the friendly country atmosphere.
Enquiries phone Tom 07 5446 8273

Sat 6 Nov 2010- Date TBC
Buderim Mountain State School Spring Carnival
Main St, Buderim
2pm to 7pm
Set aside the whole afternoon on November 6 from 2pm right through till 7pm for the Buderim Mountain State School Spring Carnival. Just think what you’ll be missing out on if you don’t come – chocolate fudge, fairy floss, second hand treasures, and of course … the rides!!

If you have a hankering for home made chocolate fudge or just need a really good spin on the Scrambler or perhaps The Roundup to blow out the cobwebs, keep Saturday 7 November free. Buderim Mountain State School are having another of their good old fashioned fetes. Bring the kids along and spend the afternoon hooking into the fudge and coconut ice.  Test your vestibular on the assortment of rides, rummage through the second hand stall, try your hand at some of the games at sideshow alley, and shock your granny with a hair colour change. 

There’s plenty of food and drinks to keep you going, and entertainment for when you just need a good sit to recover. It all kicks off at 2pm and goes right through the afternoon ending up with a brilliant fireworks display kindly sponsored by Investa. And at the end of the day – what better way to finish off a great family fun day than with a bang, when our fantastic firework finale colours the night sky.

Have yourself a great day and help the school out at the same time – what a winner!!!
See you there!!
For more information, contact the P&C office on 5477 2737.

Community announcement – please be aware that there will be a short fireworks display 7pm on Saturday 7 November at Buderim Mountain State School. If your pets are likely to be distressed by the noise, please ensure they are tied up or contained within your property.

WEEK 2

Sun 14 Nov
The Original Barron Knights
Sunshine Coast Function Centre
19 West Tce, Caloundra
3.30pm
Seated Show 18+
It was way back in 1960 when 6 guys got together in Leighton Buzzard Bedfordshire to form a pop group based on vocal harmony. They called themselves the Knights of the Round Table but quickly realized it was too many words to put on a poster so for no other reason at all decided on changing the name to The Barron Knights.

They spent two years travelling up and down the country singing in dance halls. Transportation was a 27-seater coach, which served as their hotel. 20 seats were removed and 7 beds were installed. Each night they made just enough money to pay for the fuel to the next gig and a trip to the chippie.
By 1962 certain members left either to get married or because the lifestyle did not suit so Barron, Pete, Butch, Duke and Dave were the ones who wanted a full time career. The remaining five brave Barron Knights soon found themselves in Hamburg Germany performing 4 hours a night at the Top Ten club. Along with the Star club the two venues served as the work places for bands such as the Beatles, Searchers, Gerry and the Pacemakers and many more. Little Richard and the Everly brothers were some of the big stars that would come over from America to perform along side all the unknowns.

In the early Seventies the Barron Knights started to tour overseas covering Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, Hong Kong, and of course Europe. This gave them a rest from recording and a chance to get out to perform in front of the fans that had bought the records. That was when the show started to develop into a concert as opposed to cabaret.
In 1977 and on the day Elvis passed away the Barron Knights performed a new number in Tenby South West Wales. It was called Live In Trouble. The reaction was like Call Up the Groups in 1964 so within days they were in the studio. Pete took the track to CBS and a five-year deal was struck. Within weeks they were back on Top Of The Pops and over the next five years sold millions of records all over world giving them a career boost that will last forever..........and it has!!
Tickets: $25 + $3 trans. fee
Bookings Ph: 5438 5800 or visit:
www.sunshinecoastfunctioncentre.com.au for more

Mon 15 Nov
Steve Irwin Day 2010
Australia Zoo, Steve Irwin Way, Beerwah
Last year’s 3rd Steve Irwin Day was a ripper of a day that celebrated Steve’s love for animals, family & raised money for conservation. The fourth Steve Irwin Day is set to be even bigger, so don your khakis & head to Australia Zoo for a fun family day out!
For more info visit www.steveirwinday.org
or phone (07) 5436 2000

WEEK 3

Sat 20 Nov - Date TBC
Suncoast Gem Show 2010
9am to 5pm
Buderim Mountain State School
Main St Buderim
For sale will be local & other precious stones, gems, crystals, pearls, jewellery, fossils, minerals & beads of semiprecious stones in every colour of the rainbow. It's a great time to browse and buy. Get your Christmas shopping done early with unique Christmas presents & gifts for family, friends & for yourself!

WEEK 4

Sat 27 Nov - 8am to 4pm
Sun 28 Nov - 9am to 3pm
Buderim Craft Cottage Christmas Fair 2010
Dates - TBC
Buderim Craft Cottage
Main St Buderim
Buderim Craft Cottage’s Christmas Fair is on again! Two whole days to get in early & fill up the present cupboard with unique gifts ready for Christmas. Each of the talented 13 groups have been working hard to ensure there will be a huge array of gorgeous goodies for sale. There will also be refreshments, plants & produce for sale.
The cottage is located opposite the Buderim Primary School, set back from the road between the Memorial Hall and St Mark’s Church.
For more info contact Pam on 5442 1207
or email Pam here >>

Sat 27 Nov
Mooloolaba Marina Christmas Boat Parade 2010
from 6.30pm
Public Viewing Locations are listed below based on approx. arrival time of 1st boat
Time PM - Location
6:45 (1) START - Coast Guard
6:50 (2) Beltana Park
6:55 (3) Kawana Waters Marina
7:15 (4) Mooloolaba Marina
7:18 (5) La Balsa Park and Northern end of Spit
7:28 (6) Coast Guard/Park/Car Park
7:33 (7) The Wharf
7:36 (8) Charles Clark Park
7:45 (9) Mooloolah Island
8:00 (10) FINISH - To Be Advised
More info: www.christmasboatparade.net