What’s On this weekend

Show your skills at an Open Mic night this weekend.

By Kyra Gillespie

Crafternoon
Come to an informal get-together to skill swap and work on your creative eprojects in an inspiring environment. Bring your own materials and ideas for your craft project while enjoying a cuppa and a chat.
Saturday 5 August from 10.30am – 12.30pm at the Pakenham Library.
Bach Flower Remedies with Jennifer Locke
Developed by Dr Bach, a Harley Street specialist in 1910, Bach Flower Remedies have been found to be highly effective for studying, good memory, focus and to increase energy. Each participant will have an individual remedy made for them.
Saturday 5 August from 9am-12pm at the Healesville Living and Learning Centre, 1 Badger Creek Road, Healesville.
Tickets: $40
Cockatoo Country Market
Artisan market showcasing local wares with tasty hot food, great coffee, face painting and fun.
Come and support your local stallholders and community groups.
Saturday 5 August from 8.30am-1.30pm at the Alma Treloar Reserve, 73 Healesville-Kooweerup Road, Cockatoo.
Open Stage
If you’re a budding actor, fire-breather, belly-dancer, singer, comedian, poet, or if you just want to test out your latest guitar piece in front of an audience – this is the event for you. If you’re not a performer yourself, why not come along and be part of the audience? Bring some friends and make an evening of it.
Saturday 5 August from 8pm-11.30pm at the Gem Community Arts Centre,19 Kilvington Drive Emerald.
Star Search for a Cause Vocal Competition Grand Final
Star Search for a Cause is an annual vocal competition raising money for people affected by cancer, and to support the Cancer Council’s Relay For Life. Come along to watch the heats and/or Grand Final to support the up-and-coming talent and support the Cancer Council.
Sunday 6 August from 11am-1pm at Westfield Fountain Gate.