Friday 12 August
The Mackay Disability Expo 2022
Friday, 9:00am to 12:00pm
Back bigger and better than last year, the expo will offer an opportunity for people with a disability to find out about the latest products, services, aids and equipment. It will also be an opportunity for service providers to build networks with other providers, organisations and agencies in the region. For more information, visit the Facebook event.
The Big Shed, Mackay Showgrounds
Artist in Residence: Leonie Wood – Made by You!
Friday, 10:00am to 12:00pm
If you want to learn to draw, then this beginners’ life drawing session is just for you. Renowned local artist Leonie Wood will help you discover techniques and develop your skills in this supportive learning environment. Art supplies provided for use during class. This event is for adults aged 18 and above. Bookings required.
Gordon White Library
Friday SUN.sets
Every Friday Evening From 6pm
Knock off drinks, lakeside dinner, good friends, and LIVE MUSIC.
Wake House Australia
Saturday 13 August
Picnic In The Park
Saturday, 10:30am to 1:00pm
A social event for deaf and hard of hearing children of all ages, their parents, siblings, grandparents and caregivers. BYO picnic and blanket. Activities include playground, beach, soccer, French cricket, handball, Auslan bingo and scavenger hunt. Parents or caregivers must stay with children, this is not a supervised event.
Iluka Park, Binnington Esplanade, Mackay
ART TALK: Australian Feminist Art
Saturday, 3:00pm
Presented by Feminist Art Historian, Louise Mayhew, the lecture charts the history of feminism from when it started rippling throughout Australia as Women’s Art Movements in the mid-1970s to when feminist ethics and aesthetics spread into political screenprinting, community art, cyberfeminism and an emerging generation of intersectional feminist artists. Fascinating artists and projects such as Vivienne Binns, VNS Matrix, The CoUNTess and Barbara Cleveland are explored.
Artspace Mackay
Underwater Hockey Come and Try Day
Saturday, 11:00am to 3:00pm
Come and try underwater hockey. Members of the Townsville Underwater Hockey Club are coming down to show everyone the ropes and run some games.
Mackay Aquatic Recreation Complex
Sunday 14 August
Hostplus Cup Women In League Round – Mackay Cutters v Burleigh Bears
Sunday, 10:15am
Join the Cutters on Sunday August 14 for Women in League Round, celebrating all women in sport! Come down to BB Print Stadium to witness all the Mackay talent! Hastings Deering Colts kick off: 10:45AM. Hostplus Cup kick off: 1:00PM.
BB Print Stadium
Konvoy 4 Kids Mackay 2022
Sunday, 10:30am to 3:00pm
Join in on the 2022 Konvoy 4 Kids Mackay and help fundraise much needed funds for QLD children and families in need. All funds raised go to Variety QLD, the children's charity. Check out the website for ways you can get involved: https://k4kmackay.wixsite.com/konvoy. Join the family fun day at Mackay Showgrounds!
Mackay Showgrounds
Sunday Live Music – The Feels
Sunday, 2:00pm to 5:00pm
Music every Sunday from 2pm - 5pm. Head down to the Seabreeze Hotel this Sunday for some fresh tunes, delicious food, and ice-cold brews.
Seabreeze Hotel
Tuesday 16 August
Reminisce Cafe
Tuesday, 9:00am to 10:30am
Memories and conversations keep us connected to our loved ones. Every month, the library is having a get together with a cuppa, as they introduce you to the magic of reminiscing. They will access a wonderful selection of resources to encourage friendly conversation, intellectual stimulation and reflection for those living with Dementia, their family and carers. Bookings essential.
Gordon White Library
BMA Kidspace
Tuesday, 10:00am to 2:00pm
Join local artists and performers for creative art activities designed for toddlers and their adults. Drop-in anytime between 10am and 2pm (live children's music from 11.30am to 12.15pm). BMA Kidspace, Artspace Mackay’s free and ever popular toddler’s program, gives children under five a chance to explore and have fun with art in a climate of co-operative learning. The program includes free artist-run craft activities in two sessions, Sess1: Anytime from 10 to 11:30am; Sess2: Anytime from 12:15 to 2pm with live musical entertainment 11:30am to 12:15pm. Bring your children along for a fun day of art-making, singing and dancing. Space is limited, and all participants should be seated during their stay. If there are no seats available in the room when you arrive, simply try again later.
Artspace Mackay
Wednesday 17 August
Mackay Farmers’ Market
Every Wednesday, 6:30am to 10:30am
The market is a showcase of our region’s amazing produce direct from the farmer.
Bluewater Quay
World Café
Tuesday, 10:30am to 12:30pm
World Café is a free culture-sharing group that meets every Tuesday (between February and November) from 10.30 am to 12.30 pm. Activities include cooking, art and craft, conversational games, small projects, workshops, information sessions and local excursions. For more information please phone (07) 4957 7222.
The Neighbourhood Hub, 4 George Street, Mackay
Sugar City Rock 'n' Rollers Mackay Club Wednesday Night Lessons
Every Wednesday, 7:00pm
Why not come along and learn to rock ‘n’ roll in a friendly and fun atmosphere with the Sugar City Rock ‘n’ Rollers Mackay Club? Previous experience is not required. Everyone learns at their own pace and, even better, the first lesson is free on your way to learning the four step style of rock ‘n’ roll. $5 for members and $8 for non-members after that. The club caters for social activities for club members with regular dances with live bands in attendance and away trips. For further enquiries call 0408 983 911.
58 Macalister St, Mackay
Thursday 18 August
Artist's Talk: In conversation with Shelley Engwirda
Thursday, 6:00pm
Join Mackay artist Shelley Engwirda as she talks about her exhibition ‘We Rise’ on show in the Foyer Gallery at Artspace Mackay. Inspired by her experience as a new grandmother, Engwirda explores the way female artists have been regarded historically. For this exhibition she examines the success and failures of the women’s movement through her multidisciplinary practice. The artist’s large scale patchwork quilts alongside glass work respond to what she considers major moments in the women’s movement from the 1970s to present.
Artspace Mackay
Peter Williams Medium Live
Thursday, 7:00pm
After numerous sell out performances in Australia, hugely popular psychic-medium Peter Williams is returning to Mackay. On the night, Peter Williams will demonstrate his amazing ability as he contacts and communicates with loved ones on the other side. He will be delivering their messages to the audience live on the day. Please ensure you arrive around 6:45pm for a 7pm start. Peter Williams is internationally known for his heartfelt and accurate insights and continues to amaze audiences with his ability to communicate with loved ones in the Spirit world. Peter has been reading for clients in Australia, New Zealand, United Kingdom, Hong Kong and Japan for over 10 years. During a live event Peter uses his special ability to connect with souls that have passed over and help bring closure to those in need.
MECC
