In conjunction with the Far North Queensland Hospital Foundation, fundraising on the day of the expo will be via sponsorship, exhibitor fees and wonderful raffles to be held on the day that will contribute towards 20, digitally printed photographic curtains for Cancer Care Unit in Cairns. Each curtain will feature a series of wonderful images by local amateur and professional photographers. The images will be on display at the expo and attendees will have the opportunity to pick their favourites.
“These curtains are destined to add happiness and a big dose of sunshine to those receiving lifesaving treatment. We are sure both the patients, staff, family and friends will benefit greatly from viewing the wonderful pictures and landscapes of our region taken by everyday people who have a passion for photography.”
If you would like to be and exhibitor at this event or submit your wonderful images of the FNQ region for these curtains please contact joanne@weddingscairns.com for a kit.
Saturday 28 January 2012 from 6:30-10:30pm Centre of Contemporary Arts, Cairns.
Heyday Festival is incredibly proud to announce that independent French filmmaker Vincent Moon will be screening his films and hosting an informal Q&A complemented with a set by local musicians, The Montgomery Brothers - tickets at the door from 6pm.
Vincent Moon has become one of the most influential and prolific filmmakers of the last decade. His work with musicians from all over the world has enabled him to work with the likes of rock heroes Arcade Fire and Mogwai, mythical artists like Tom Ze, to even filming a doco for All Tomorrow's Parties. His work with La Blogoteque's TAKE AWAY SHOWS has propelled the website to be one of the most well regarded and visited music websites in the world. His own website, Petites Planetes is a next step for him, allowing him to move from his indie rock roots to the unexplored world of traditional and outsider artists of the smallest and remote countries. Vincent’s other Australian shows have been selling out, so don’t miss this unique one night only event before Vincent heads off to the next country on his never ending journey.
Mema Edwards Founding Director of Heyday Festival says, “Our festival is a major partner in producing this event because regional communities especially our younger generation of creatives deserve to be inspired by world-class artists.”
Paradise Palms Resort & Country Club, in association with Yalumba invite you to the fine wine dinner on Friday, February 24th 2012 at 6.30pm. With guest speaker Darren Cosgrove the night features a beautifully crafted 5 course menu by Paradise Palms' executive chef Matthew Dye accompanied by Yalumba's award winning wines.
To Book please call 4059 9924 or email bstrasuszi@paradisepalms.com.au. Bookings and payment are essential before 5pm February 21.
Expect a bounty of great free and family events, an incredible culinary arts program, a host of international productions and performers, and a challenging array of local works and cultural representation projects to unfold over our 17 day celebration. Join us, from the Tanks Arts Centre to the Civic Theatre and from the Esplanade to Palm Cove, Cairns Festival will offer something for everyone.
