Federation Square
Saturday 1 November
2-4pm.
Come and help raise awareness about the International campaign for Tamil self determination in Sri Lanka.
The Light on the Path Ahead gala is a celebration of the creative talents of asylum seekers and their contributions to Australia. Multicultural musicians will rub shoulders with some of Melbourne’s best bands, fire dancers, and circus performers in a huge evening of festivity.
Special guests to this amazing event include Dub the Magic Dragon, Phire Kat, Matt Kelly and the Keepers, Phoebe Jacobs, Hula Hoopers, Belly Dancers, and much more yet to be announced.
Raising community awareness and much needed funds for the Asylum Seekers Resource Center.
GLASSHOUSE HOTEL in Collingwood - NOVEMBER 1st 3pm till LATE
$12 full or $8 concession, available at the door.
FEATURING:
Dub the Magic Dragon, Matt Kelly and the Keepers, Road Kill Rodeo, The Prana Party (w/ Yana Alana!), Hugo 1, Pataphysics w/ West Riders, Phoebe Jacobs, Soteria Bell, Horn Africa, Ego Lemus, King Marong and Safara, Continium, Cloud Speaker, Circuit Bent, Nick Drouin, Mr Fish, TV Weird.
For more information email or go to website.
What is
the future of Victoria University?
Defend VU as a valuable community asset.
Thursday 6 November, 7.30 pm.
The Church Hall, 10a Hyde street
Footscray.
Public Meeting organised by National Tertiary Education Union (NTEU) and the community.
ictoria University has announced it will sack 270 staff. What does this mean for the future of VU? What are the implications of quality of education provided to VU students? Defend Victoria University as a valuable public asset.
Confirmed Speakers:
Joanne Duncan, MLA for Macedon
(covering Sunbury campus of VU);
Colleen Hartland, MLC for Western Metropolitan;
Dr Jamie Doughney, President NTEU Victorian Division;
Leon Burger, President VU student union;
Scott Jordan, VU student action group.
Invitation Melbourne Conversations- Gender - Does it matter
Date: Monday 10 November 2008
Time: 6.00pm to 7.30pm, Entry from 5.30pm
Venue: BMW Edge, Federation Square, Cnr Flinders and Swanston Streets, Melbourne
FREE ENTRY - GENERAL ADMISSION
The City of Melbourne together with the Victorian Government's Office of Women's Policy is pleased to invite you and your friends to the latest
Melbourne Conversations event.
Mid-November 2008 marks a hundred years since women in Victoria gained the right to vote through parliament. To celebrate the centenary you are invited to join a diverse panel as they discuss justice, work,
relationships, equality, participation, representation and indeed the
contested nature of gender in contemporary society.
SPEAKERS:
Tasneem Chopra - Chairperson Islamic Women's Welfare Council
Dick Gross - Novelist, Lawyer Councillor at City of Port Phillip
Eve Mahlab AO - Convener of the Australian Women Donors Network
Shane Maloney - Novelist
Lyn Morgain - Executive Director of the ALSO Foundation
Dr Clare Wright - Historian and ARC Postdoctoral Fellow, Latrobe
University
MC Ramona Koval - ABC Broadcaster, journalist and writer
Help raise money for 3CR's Connolly Association and see
Hunger, a new film about IRA hunger striker, Bobby Sands.
For six weeks in 1981, Bobby Sands went without food
in an action initiated to demand that IRA prisoners be treated as political
prisoners, not criminals.
Directed by Turner Prize-winning artist Steve
McQueen, Hunger takes an uncompromising look at life inside the Maze prison and the last six weeks in Bobby
Sands' life. After 66 days without food, Sands died at the Maze prison in
Northern Ireland at the age of 27.
HUNGER
Wednesday 12 November 2008
7pm , Cinema Nova, Carlton
Tickets: $17
Tickets available from 3CR. Phone Loretta, 03 9419 8377
For the second year running the Human Rights Film and Arts Festival is screening in Australia. This is a volunteer run event by young people passionate about human rights.
Melbourne dates: 13 - 23 November.
Opening Night at the Capitol Theatre and all other screenings at the Kino Cinema.
3CR is a media sponsor of HRAFF.
Book Launch: The Bitter Shore.
Asylum Seeker Resource Centre
12 Batman St, West Melbourne.
This book by Jacquie Everitt documents the atrocious experiences of a refugee family in the Woomera and Villawood detention centres.
Copies available for signing.
Drinks & nibbles.
RSVP to by Nov. 10th.
Download an ABC radio interview with Jacquie talking about her book by following this link.
For the second year running the Human Rights Film and Arts Festival is screening in Australia. This is a volunteer run event by young people passionate about human rights.
Melbourne dates: 13 - 23 November.
Opening Night at the Capitol Theatre and all other screenings at the Kino Cinema.
3CR is a media sponsor of HRAFF.
For the second year running the Human Rights Film and Arts Festival is screening in Australia. This is a volunteer run event by young people passionate about human rights.
Melbourne dates: 13 - 23 November.
Opening Night at the Capitol Theatre and all other screenings at the Kino Cinema.
3CR is a media sponsor of HRAFF.
Rally & march
Walk against warming
Saturday, November 15, 1pm
Federation Square, Swanston St, City
Speakers: Jane Turner (actor), Rob Gell, Cath Smith (VCOSS CEO), Anna Mazetti (community activist), plus representatives from Greenpeace and Environment Victoria. Rally then march to Birrarung Marr. For more info ph 9341 8112 or visit Walk Against Warming.
For the second year running the Human Rights Film and Arts Festival is screening in Australia. This is a volunteer run event by young people passionate about human rights.
Melbourne dates: 13 - 23 November.
Opening Night at the Capitol Theatre and all other screenings at the Kino Cinema.
3CR is a media sponsor of HRAFF.
For the second year running the Human Rights Film and Arts Festival is screening in Australia. This is a volunteer run event by young people passionate about human rights.
Melbourne dates: 13 - 23 November.
Opening Night at the Capitol Theatre and all other screenings at the Kino Cinema.
3CR is a media sponsor of HRAFF.
Protest: Terminate the Tullamarine Toxic Dump.
Steps of the EPA,
Herald & Weekly Times Tower,
40 City Road, South Bank.
For more info ph Kaylene Wilson 9309 9416 or 0402 135 507 or follow this link.
For the second year running the Human Rights Film and Arts Festival is screening in Australia. This is a volunteer run event by young people passionate about human rights.
Melbourne dates: 13 - 23 November.
Opening Night at the Capitol Theatre and all other screenings at the Kino Cinema.
3CR is a media sponsor of HRAFF.
For the second year running the Human Rights Film and Arts Festival is screening in Australia. This is a volunteer run event by young people passionate about human rights.
Melbourne dates: 13 - 23 November.
Opening Night at the Capitol Theatre and all other screenings at the Kino Cinema.
3CR is a media sponsor of HRAFF.
Join two of Australia’s brightest and most controversial young writers for the launch ofOverland 193 and a conversation about oil, war and the responsibility of public intellectuals.
Wednesday 19 November 2008, 6.30 pm
Theatre 11–05 Victoria University city campus, 300 Flinders Street, Melbourne
Entry: $10 includes a copy of Overland 193,
featuring Antony Loewenstein’s essay ‘The Resource Wars’ and new
writing by Alexis Wright, Eva Sallis, Sandy Jeffs, Frank Stilwell, John
Kinsella, Louise Swinn and others.
Free entry to Overland subscribers.
Brisbane academic and social activist Tom Bramble will discuss his book, Trade Unionism In Australia.
6.30pm, Wednesday 19 November, New International Bookshop at Trades Hall, corner Lygon & Victoria Streets, Carlton.
Free entry.
More info: or call Seb on 0431 294 773.
For the second year running the Human Rights Film and Arts Festival is screening in Australia. This is a volunteer run event by young people passionate about human rights.
Melbourne dates: 13 - 23 November.
Opening Night at the Capitol Theatre and all other screenings at the Kino Cinema.
3CR is a media sponsor of HRAFF.
Register for the Hegel Summer School in February 2009.
The theme for this year's school is: "Democracy: the new religion? Struggle, compromise and democratic faith".
Democracy is an ideal in struggles for global justice; it is something in
whose name war is waged and states are invaded; it is a code word for
capitalism and the market. Intense political theoretic debates currently
surround 'democracy'. What kind of democracy does Ruddism offer? What space is there for struggle and social movements? Does faith in democracy mean blind faith? We hope you will join us to explore the concepts and practices that have come to be associated with 'democracy' in the 21st century.
Hegel Summer School 2009 will be held on 20th and 21st February at the Graduate Centre, University of Melbourne.
HSS 2009 presenters are:
- Toula Nicolacopoulos: author of The Radical Critique of Liberalism
- Geoff Boucher and Matthew Sharp: authors of The Times Will Suit Them:
Postmodern Conservatism in Australia
- Rob Sparrow, Current debates in democracy theory
- Lynda Memery and Lisa Farrance: Struggle, compromise and modern social democracy
An introductory event will be held on the evening of 19th February, to
provide the opportunity for presenters and participants to meet in an
informal setting in advance of the school. To get us thinking and talking
about the school's theme, the evening will include a short presentation by Jorge Jorquera on Democracy and revolution in Latin America. The venue for this event has yet to be confirmed, but will be held at a bar near the University of Melbourne.
Further program and registration details are available at the HSS website.
Registration for 21st-22nd February is $60, or $30 unwaged (the event is fully catered). Registration for the introductory evening on 19th February is $10, or $5 unwaged (snacks will be provided, and drinks can be purchased at the bar).
For inquiries please email.
The 11th Hegel Summer School is kindly supported by the Melbourne School of Graduate Research.
CUBA — Community, democracy & sustainability.
Coburg Library,
Coburg Mall,
cnr Victoria & Louisa Sts, Coburg.
Local activists Vannessa Hearman and Mick Bull have recently returned from Cuba and will report on how the island is dealing with complex problems on many fronts. Plus film screening of The Power of Community: How Cuba Survived Peak Oil.
For more info ph 9639 8622 or 0413 377 978.
For the second year running the Human Rights Film and Arts Festival is screening in Australia. This is a volunteer run event by young people passionate about human rights.
Melbourne dates: 13 - 23 November.
Opening Night at the Capitol Theatre and all other screenings at the Kino Cinema.
3CR is a media sponsor of HRAFF.
Register for the Hegel Summer School in February 2009.
The theme for this year's school is: "Democracy: the new religion? Struggle, compromise and democratic faith".
Democracy is an ideal in struggles for global justice; it is something in
whose name war is waged and states are invaded; it is a code word for
capitalism and the market. Intense political theoretic debates currently
surround 'democracy'. What kind of democracy does Ruddism offer? What space is there for struggle and social movements? Does faith in democracy mean blind faith? We hope you will join us to explore the concepts and practices that have come to be associated with 'democracy' in the 21st century.
Hegel Summer School 2009 will be held on 20th and 21st February at the Graduate Centre, University of Melbourne.
HSS 2009 presenters are:
- Toula Nicolacopoulos: author of The Radical Critique of Liberalism
- Geoff Boucher and Matthew Sharp: authors of The Times Will Suit Them:
Postmodern Conservatism in Australia
- Rob Sparrow, Current debates in democracy theory
- Lynda Memery and Lisa Farrance: Struggle, compromise and modern social democracy
An introductory event will be held on the evening of 19th February, to
provide the opportunity for presenters and participants to meet in an
informal setting in advance of the school. To get us thinking and talking
about the school's theme, the evening will include a short presentation by Jorge Jorquera on Democracy and revolution in Latin America. The venue for this event has yet to be confirmed, but will be held at a bar near the University of Melbourne.
Further program and registration details are available at the HSS website.
Registration for 21st-22nd February is $60, or $30 unwaged (the event is fully catered). Registration for the introductory evening on 19th February is $10, or $5 unwaged (snacks will be provided, and drinks can be purchased at the bar).
For inquiries please email.
The 11th Hegel Summer School is kindly supported by the Melbourne School of Graduate Research.
Friday 21 November
Readings Bookshop, Carlton
Come along to our calendar launch! All welcome.
Meet 3CR folks, drink free wine and listen to Clare Williamson speak about Australian political posters (the theme of the 2009 Calendar) and Lyn Hovey talk about the Anti-Uranium movement and her artwork for the campaign.
3CR's wall calendar is now for sale at 3CR for $22 (+ postage) and at all good book stores for $25. The 2009 calendar features Australian Political Poster Art of the last 30 years. These feisty posters by Australian social agitators give an insight into the urgent issues of the last three decades.
Buy your calendars now on this website or call 03 9419 8377!
For the second year running the Human Rights Film and Arts Festival is screening in Australia. This is a volunteer run event by young people passionate about human rights.
Melbourne dates: 13 - 23 November.
Opening Night at the Capitol Theatre and all other screenings at the Kino Cinema.
3CR is a media sponsor of HRAFF.
For the second year running the Human Rights Film and Arts Festival is screening in Australia. This is a volunteer run event by young people passionate about human rights.
Melbourne dates: 13 - 23 November.
Opening Night at the Capitol Theatre and all other screenings at the Kino Cinema.
3CR is a media sponsor of HRAFF.
Come and protest against logging in Melbourne's water catchements.
Meet on Sunday 23 Nov 2008 at 11:45am at the Story Reserve, at the rotunda, next to Swing Bridge (near the Tennis courts), Warburton Hwy, Warburton.
Melways Ref Map 290 A4
Just over 1 hour from Melbourne/15minutes from Warburton logging is scheduled in Melbourne's pristine Cement & Armstrong Creek Water Catchments.
Join the Warburton Community, the Yarra Ranges Shire Council, Melburnians and Environmental Groups as they walk through Warburton to demonstrate opposition to the logging of our water catchments.
Melbourne's water catchments are being logged at an alarming rate over time with water losses equal to 68,000 households usage every year. Melbourne and regional Victoria are facing dramatic drought conditions and worsening with climate change with 30% less water flowing into streams.
Logging is taking place in these catchments to provide woodchips to make paper and this logging is being heavily subsidised by taxpayers. 50% of water yield is lost when a forest is logged. Our water catchments are the most carbon-dense forests on Earth.
Come join your Yarra Ranges/Melbourne/Warburton community and celebrate the role native forests play in; providing clean water supply, regulating our global climate & housing a myriad of threatened species.
How to get there in a climate friendly way:
bus: FoE is organising a bus.
To book a seat on the FoE bus; contact the office on 9419 8700 (ask for Lauren, Mara or Cam) or email.
The bus costs $15 returnand departs Friends of the Earth, 312 Smith St Collingwood, at 9.30am
OR
Train: Catch the Lilydale train from Melbourne and then jump on a Warburton bound bus from Lilydale station.
OR
Catch the train with your bike to Lilydale and then jump on the Warburton Trail - this trail is 40 kms, so allow plenty of time to get
to the rally on time. -
For more information go to FOE's website.
Melbourne Town Hall,
Cnr Bourke and Collins Streets, City.
Demand an increase in the pension of 10% immediately!
Guest speaker: Jeff Lawerence, Australia Council of Trade Unions.
Organised by Fair Go for Pensioners Coalition.
For further information contact:
AMWU - Retirees Division - Frank Cherry on 9230 5700
or COTA - Patricia Reeves - 9654 4443
Rally outside Cambridge Integrated Services,
390 LaTrobe St, City.
Highlight the poor service injured workes receive from the VWA's agents.
For more information contact Mike Sutherland, WorkCover Liaison Coordinator, Victorian Trades Hall Council.
Refugee Policies - Still A Long Way to Go.
St. Mary's College, West Hall, University of Melbourne.
(enter from Tin Alley near Swanston St)
Entry by donation.
What progress has been made towards a human rights based policy?
What the remaining problems with the current approach?
speakers:
Dr. Michelle Foster, Senion Lecturer & Director, Research Programme in International Refugee Law, Institute for International Law and the Humanities, Melbourne Law School.
Pamela Curr, campaign coordinator Asylum Seeker Resource Centre.
Organised by Refugee Action Collective.
For more info ph Marie 0409 252 673
Come to this art exhibition in Federation Square - featuring the work of sixty artists of ethnic origins who are differently abled.
Where: The Atrium, Federation Square When: Wednesday 26 November to Tuesday 2 December.
A unique and vibrant art exhibition will be on show in the Atrium at Federation Square during November 26 to December 2, 2008.
There are 120 exceptional paintings, drawings and sketches exploring the theme of the “Journey” - the sights, sensations and memories that make every journey personal.
This public exhibition is purely about artistic expression and the pure joy for the painter to have the opportunity to have their work seen by thousands of people from all walks of life; ADEC ArtAbility 2008 provides men, women and children from fringe cultural corners of Melbourne the chance to transcend difficulties by communicating visually in a professional way.
ADEC ArtAbility is an event showcasing exciting, colourful work from artists at the end of this month.
Leading award winning contemporary artist and teacher (Latrobe Art College & Victoria University), David Ralph will be judging the exhibition and awarding prizes. He said, “My gut reaction to the work that I have seen so far, is that the paintings are wonderfully unselfconscious. They are intuitive and meditative and made with enjoyment; there is a sense of love, fun and timelessness to the work. There are various styles peaking through this exhibition from modernist, Arte Brut, Impressionism and Fauvism. It’s an honour to be invited to be a part of this special event”.
The 60 artists live in various pockets of Melbourne who have origins in places such as Somalia, Europe, obscure countries in the Pacific Islands, China, Russia, Japan, Greece, Iraq, Africa and so on. ADEC have co-ordinated this exhibition tapping into the schools and organisations who work with intellectually and physically challenged people. What: ADEC Artability 2008 - 120 paintings on canvas, drawings and illustrations presented by artists from ethnic origins.
On Friday 28 November ArtAbility will host a Gala Opening and Art Auction to celebrity guests, high profile artists from Melbourne, Government officials and community groups and art fans from all over Melbourne. Organisers are expecting 400 guests at the opening. The paintings can be bought by the public and there will be awards given to the top three artworks selected by David Ralph. Other special guests contributing to this exhibition are, Australian Ambassador for International Day for Disability, Milly Parker and Paralympic swimmer, Hannah MacDougall. Public are welcome.
ADEC (Action on Disability within Ethnic Communities) presents this exhibition coordinating the various communities. They are a not for profit organisation working with over 40 different nationalities and cultural groups.
Come to this art exhibition in Federation Square - featuring the work of sixty artists of ethnic origins who are differently abled.
Where: The Atrium, Federation Square When: Wednesday 26 November to Tuesday 2 December.
A unique and vibrant art exhibition will be on show in the Atrium at Federation Square during November 26 to December 2, 2008.
There are 120 exceptional paintings, drawings and sketches exploring the theme of the “Journey” - the sights, sensations and memories that make every journey personal.
This public exhibition is purely about artistic expression and the pure joy for the painter to have the opportunity to have their work seen by thousands of people from all walks of life; ADEC ArtAbility 2008 provides men, women and children from fringe cultural corners of Melbourne the chance to transcend difficulties by communicating visually in a professional way.
ADEC ArtAbility is an event showcasing exciting, colourful work from artists at the end of this month.
Leading award winning contemporary artist and teacher (Latrobe Art College & Victoria University), David Ralph will be judging the exhibition and awarding prizes. He said, “My gut reaction to the work that I have seen so far, is that the paintings are wonderfully unselfconscious. They are intuitive and meditative and made with enjoyment; there is a sense of love, fun and timelessness to the work. There are various styles peaking through this exhibition from modernist, Arte Brut, Impressionism and Fauvism. It’s an honour to be invited to be a part of this special event”.
The 60 artists live in various pockets of Melbourne who have origins in places such as Somalia, Europe, obscure countries in the Pacific Islands, China, Russia, Japan, Greece, Iraq, Africa and so on. ADEC have co-ordinated this exhibition tapping into the schools and organisations who work with intellectually and physically challenged people. What: ADEC Artability 2008 - 120 paintings on canvas, drawings and illustrations presented by artists from ethnic origins.
On Friday 28 November ArtAbility will host a Gala Opening and Art Auction to celebrity guests, high profile artists from Melbourne, Government officials and community groups and art fans from all over Melbourne. Organisers are expecting 400 guests at the opening. The paintings can be bought by the public and there will be awards given to the top three artworks selected by David Ralph. Other special guests contributing to this exhibition are, Australian Ambassador for International Day for Disability, Milly Parker and Paralympic swimmer, Hannah MacDougall. Public are welcome.
ADEC (Action on Disability within Ethnic Communities) presents this exhibition coordinating the various communities. They are a not for profit organisation working with over 40 different nationalities and cultural groups.
Shutdown Australia's biggest uranium mine!
Melbourne Function Centre,
entrance D, Olympic Boulevard,
next to Rod Laver Arena.
for more information about Roxstop, visit their website: http://www.roxstop.org/
Forum: Western Sahara — Africa's last colony.
Neighbourhood House,
539 Barkly St, West Footscray.
Entry by donation.
All welcome.
Socialist Alliance member Margarita Windisch, will provide an eyewitness account, discuss the current political situation and possible solidarity campaign to support the Saharawi people's struggle for self determination.
For more info ph 9639 8622 or 0438 869 790.
(Socialist Alliance National Conference delegates elections 6.30pm-7.15pm.)
Come to this art exhibition in Federation Square - featuring the work of sixty artists of ethnic origins who are differently abled.
Where: The Atrium, Federation Square When: Wednesday 26 November to Tuesday 2 December.
A unique and vibrant art exhibition will be on show in the Atrium at Federation Square during November 26 to December 2, 2008.
There are 120 exceptional paintings, drawings and sketches exploring the theme of the “Journey” - the sights, sensations and memories that make every journey personal.
This public exhibition is purely about artistic expression and the pure joy for the painter to have the opportunity to have their work seen by thousands of people from all walks of life; ADEC ArtAbility 2008 provides men, women and children from fringe cultural corners of Melbourne the chance to transcend difficulties by communicating visually in a professional way.
ADEC ArtAbility is an event showcasing exciting, colourful work from artists at the end of this month.
Leading award winning contemporary artist and teacher (Latrobe Art College & Victoria University), David Ralph will be judging the exhibition and awarding prizes. He said, “My gut reaction to the work that I have seen so far, is that the paintings are wonderfully unselfconscious. They are intuitive and meditative and made with enjoyment; there is a sense of love, fun and timelessness to the work. There are various styles peaking through this exhibition from modernist, Arte Brut, Impressionism and Fauvism. It’s an honour to be invited to be a part of this special event”.
The 60 artists live in various pockets of Melbourne who have origins in places such as Somalia, Europe, obscure countries in the Pacific Islands, China, Russia, Japan, Greece, Iraq, Africa and so on. ADEC have co-ordinated this exhibition tapping into the schools and organisations who work with intellectually and physically challenged people. What: ADEC Artability 2008 - 120 paintings on canvas, drawings and illustrations presented by artists from ethnic origins.
On Friday 28 November ArtAbility will host a Gala Opening and Art Auction to celebrity guests, high profile artists from Melbourne, Government officials and community groups and art fans from all over Melbourne. Organisers are expecting 400 guests at the opening. The paintings can be bought by the public and there will be awards given to the top three artworks selected by David Ralph. Other special guests contributing to this exhibition are, Australian Ambassador for International Day for Disability, Milly Parker and Paralympic swimmer, Hannah MacDougall. Public are welcome.
ADEC (Action on Disability within Ethnic Communities) presents this exhibition coordinating the various communities. They are a not for profit organisation working with over 40 different nationalities and cultural groups.
Wall Day Protest.
Bourke St Mall, outside Old GPO, Melbourne City.
Australians for Palestine will build its mock wall for the third year in a row to protest Israel's apartheid policies & practices. Show your support for the Palestians imprisoned behind concrete walls, razor wire, electric fencing & armed watchtowers.
Defend the Student Housing Action Co-operative!
272-8 Faraday St, Carlton.
Affordable Student Housing Now!
SHAC is a collective of students and supporters who nearly four months ago occupied four vacant buildings owned by the University of Melbourne in a campaign to secure affordable student housing.
SHAC is facing eviction. Melbourne Uni have asked us to voluntarily leave on the 28th. We’re not planning on going anywhere (unless they hand us the keys to another property). Community support has always been the backbone of our campaign and we won’t be able to win without it. So come a long and show your support for SHAC and the affordable student housing cause.
Rally out the front of SHAC.
Endorsed by UMSU, RMIT SU, NTEU – Melbourne Uni branch
Eureka rebellion anniversary: A just, democratic & sovereign Australia.
BBQ & drinks.
Entry by gold coin donation.
Maritime Union of Australia Hall,
46 Ireland st, West Melbourne.
Keep the spirit of Eureka alive.
Chairperson: Rod Quantock.
Speakers:
Robert Richter (QC),
Rob Stary (democratic rights lawyer),
Humphrey McQueen (historian).
For more info ph Shirley 0417 456 001 or email contact@spiritofeureka.org
Come to this art exhibition in Federation Square - featuring the work of sixty artists of ethnic origins who are differently abled.
Where: The Atrium, Federation Square When: Wednesday 26 November to Tuesday 2 December.
A unique and vibrant art exhibition will be on show in the Atrium at Federation Square during November 26 to December 2, 2008.
There are 120 exceptional paintings, drawings and sketches exploring the theme of the “Journey” - the sights, sensations and memories that make every journey personal.
This public exhibition is purely about artistic expression and the pure joy for the painter to have the opportunity to have their work seen by thousands of people from all walks of life; ADEC ArtAbility 2008 provides men, women and children from fringe cultural corners of Melbourne the chance to transcend difficulties by communicating visually in a professional way.
ADEC ArtAbility is an event showcasing exciting, colourful work from artists at the end of this month.
Leading award winning contemporary artist and teacher (Latrobe Art College & Victoria University), David Ralph will be judging the exhibition and awarding prizes. He said, “My gut reaction to the work that I have seen so far, is that the paintings are wonderfully unselfconscious. They are intuitive and meditative and made with enjoyment; there is a sense of love, fun and timelessness to the work. There are various styles peaking through this exhibition from modernist, Arte Brut, Impressionism and Fauvism. It’s an honour to be invited to be a part of this special event”.
The 60 artists live in various pockets of Melbourne who have origins in places such as Somalia, Europe, obscure countries in the Pacific Islands, China, Russia, Japan, Greece, Iraq, Africa and so on. ADEC have co-ordinated this exhibition tapping into the schools and organisations who work with intellectually and physically challenged people. What: ADEC Artability 2008 - 120 paintings on canvas, drawings and illustrations presented by artists from ethnic origins.
On Friday 28 November ArtAbility will host a Gala Opening and Art Auction to celebrity guests, high profile artists from Melbourne, Government officials and community groups and art fans from all over Melbourne. Organisers are expecting 400 guests at the opening. The paintings can be bought by the public and there will be awards given to the top three artworks selected by David Ralph. Other special guests contributing to this exhibition are, Australian Ambassador for International Day for Disability, Milly Parker and Paralympic swimmer, Hannah MacDougall. Public are welcome.
ADEC (Action on Disability within Ethnic Communities) presents this exhibition coordinating the various communities. They are a not for profit organisation working with over 40 different nationalities and cultural groups.

All funds go to White Ribbon Day and the The Salvation Army, to help women and children. Tickets $30 includes CD and wristband.
For all the details on the artists and performance times, visit the website.
Come to this art exhibition in Federation Square - featuring the work of sixty artists of ethnic origins who are differently abled.
Where: The Atrium, Federation Square When: Wednesday 26 November to Tuesday 2 December.
A unique and vibrant art exhibition will be on show in the Atrium at Federation Square during November 26 to December 2, 2008.
There are 120 exceptional paintings, drawings and sketches exploring the theme of the “Journey” - the sights, sensations and memories that make every journey personal.
This public exhibition is purely about artistic expression and the pure joy for the painter to have the opportunity to have their work seen by thousands of people from all walks of life; ADEC ArtAbility 2008 provides men, women and children from fringe cultural corners of Melbourne the chance to transcend difficulties by communicating visually in a professional way.
ADEC ArtAbility is an event showcasing exciting, colourful work from artists at the end of this month.
Leading award winning contemporary artist and teacher (Latrobe Art College & Victoria University), David Ralph will be judging the exhibition and awarding prizes. He said, “My gut reaction to the work that I have seen so far, is that the paintings are wonderfully unselfconscious. They are intuitive and meditative and made with enjoyment; there is a sense of love, fun and timelessness to the work. There are various styles peaking through this exhibition from modernist, Arte Brut, Impressionism and Fauvism. It’s an honour to be invited to be a part of this special event”.
The 60 artists live in various pockets of Melbourne who have origins in places such as Somalia, Europe, obscure countries in the Pacific Islands, China, Russia, Japan, Greece, Iraq, Africa and so on. ADEC have co-ordinated this exhibition tapping into the schools and organisations who work with intellectually and physically challenged people. What: ADEC Artability 2008 - 120 paintings on canvas, drawings and illustrations presented by artists from ethnic origins.
On Friday 28 November ArtAbility will host a Gala Opening and Art Auction to celebrity guests, high profile artists from Melbourne, Government officials and community groups and art fans from all over Melbourne. Organisers are expecting 400 guests at the opening. The paintings can be bought by the public and there will be awards given to the top three artworks selected by David Ralph. Other special guests contributing to this exhibition are, Australian Ambassador for International Day for Disability, Milly Parker and Paralympic swimmer, Hannah MacDougall. Public are welcome.
ADEC (Action on Disability within Ethnic Communities) presents this exhibition coordinating the various communities. They are a not for profit organisation working with over 40 different nationalities and cultural groups.

All funds go to White Ribbon Day and the The Salvation Army, to help women and children. Tickets $30 includes CD and wristband.
For all the details on the artists and performance times, visit the website.
The December market will also have a special guest appearance by Santa and Christmas Carols sung by the students of The Basin Primary School.
Visit the website.
We would love any help you can give us. Thank you
Come to this art exhibition in Federation Square - featuring the work of sixty artists of ethnic origins who are differently abled.
Where: The Atrium, Federation Square When: Wednesday 26 November to Tuesday 2 December.
A unique and vibrant art exhibition will be on show in the Atrium at Federation Square during November 26 to December 2, 2008.
There are 120 exceptional paintings, drawings and sketches exploring the theme of the “Journey” - the sights, sensations and memories that make every journey personal.
This public exhibition is purely about artistic expression and the pure joy for the painter to have the opportunity to have their work seen by thousands of people from all walks of life; ADEC ArtAbility 2008 provides men, women and children from fringe cultural corners of Melbourne the chance to transcend difficulties by communicating visually in a professional way.
ADEC ArtAbility is an event showcasing exciting, colourful work from artists at the end of this month.
Leading award winning contemporary artist and teacher (Latrobe Art College & Victoria University), David Ralph will be judging the exhibition and awarding prizes. He said, “My gut reaction to the work that I have seen so far, is that the paintings are wonderfully unselfconscious. They are intuitive and meditative and made with enjoyment; there is a sense of love, fun and timelessness to the work. There are various styles peaking through this exhibition from modernist, Arte Brut, Impressionism and Fauvism. It’s an honour to be invited to be a part of this special event”.
The 60 artists live in various pockets of Melbourne who have origins in places such as Somalia, Europe, obscure countries in the Pacific Islands, China, Russia, Japan, Greece, Iraq, Africa and so on. ADEC have co-ordinated this exhibition tapping into the schools and organisations who work with intellectually and physically challenged people. What: ADEC Artability 2008 - 120 paintings on canvas, drawings and illustrations presented by artists from ethnic origins.
On Friday 28 November ArtAbility will host a Gala Opening and Art Auction to celebrity guests, high profile artists from Melbourne, Government officials and community groups and art fans from all over Melbourne. Organisers are expecting 400 guests at the opening. The paintings can be bought by the public and there will be awards given to the top three artworks selected by David Ralph. Other special guests contributing to this exhibition are, Australian Ambassador for International Day for Disability, Milly Parker and Paralympic swimmer, Hannah MacDougall. Public are welcome.
ADEC (Action on Disability within Ethnic Communities) presents this exhibition coordinating the various communities. They are a not for profit organisation working with over 40 different nationalities and cultural groups.
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