Melbourne Newsletter No.409

Published: Tue, 11/04/14

What's On this Week | 4 - 10 November 2014

Dining & Drink | Shopping & Business | Things To Do | What's On

Tuesday 4th November to Monday 10th November 2014

Today is Melbourne Cup day. Melbourne's biggest day of the year, which is pretty big considering we host the AFL Grand Final, Australian Tennis Open, Formula 1 Grand Prix and Australian Moto GP.

It is one of our busiest days of the year keeping up with questions about cup day, but one we also really enjoy. The weather is looking good, Melbourne smells like a BBQ and everyone is having a great day off, it is a public holiday after all.

A call out to the lads that once again it is MOVEMBER. Firstly, go and get a check-up! Next, grow a mo for charity. It's worth pointing out that MOVEMBER started right here in Melbourne and is now a worldwide movement that has raised $580M, highlighting men's health issues, specifically prostate cancer and depression in men. Go on girls, get him off his butt!

Enjoy!
MelB

cup that runneth over

Melbourne Cup

We thought long and hard about what to write about
The race that stops a nation^(TM)

OK | what Melburnians might not know?

--> Over 50 places to have a drink on Cup Day
--> No horse has won from barrier 18
--> The original Melbourne Cup trophy was a gold watch
--> The first Melbourne Cup was run on a Thursday
--> Luckiest horse numbers = 4 & 12 | have won the Cup 11 times each

What you need to know:

--> Emirates Melbourne Cup Day
--> Melbourne Cup Guide A-Z
--> Sportsbet

When: Tuesday 4th November 2014
Where: Flemington Racecourse
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Alpha Alert

MOVEMBER

Movember is a month-long celebration of the moustache, highlighting men's health issues, specifically prostate cancer and depression in men.

Men have the whole of November to grow and groom their moustache. Mo Bros effectively become walking, talking billboards about men's health.

So, get with the pro Bro and grow a MO!

When: November 1 - 30, 2014
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Ticket Give-Away

Melbourne Magic Show

Witness the Impossible!

This Friday night in Melbourne's 5 star Marriott hotel witness Impossible Occurrences, one of Melbourne's most exclusive attractions. Award-winning magician Luke Hocking intrigues and amazes with astounding displays of magic, illusion and mind reading. This is an entertainment experience like no other.

Best part is we are giving away 5 double passes to this Friday night's show! Send your name and email for a chance to WIN a Double Pass. Enter Here

When: Friday 7th November 2014
Where: Marriott Melbourne Hotel
Bookings: Book Online
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Abbotsford Convent

10th Birthday Open Day

A spectacular, bursting-at-the-seams program including live music and performances, open artist studios, free workshops, tours, markets and exhibitions and mouth-watering food and beverage options, will make for a memorable tenth birthday Open Day at the Convent.

Meet the artists in their studios, take a free tour of the site and enjoy an extensive range of cultural programming in the Convent's iconic spaces and heritage-listed gardens.

When: Sunday 9 November 2014
Where: Abbotsford Convent
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Film

Emirates British Film Festival

Returning for its second year, the Emirates British Film Festival is thrilled to announce its 2014 program.

With a mix of wildly entertaining comedies, cinematic adaptations, first-time features, and award-winning titles, this year's program will showcase the best and brightest Brit talent with an exceptional program of 15 brand new films plus the top picks of British "Swinging Sixties" cinema in a specially curated section Six from the 60s.

When: 5 - 26 November 2014
Where: Palace Cinemas | Palace Balwyn, Brighton Bay and Cinema Como
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Made In Melbourne | Film Festival

The Made in Melbourne Film Festival is an exclusive showcase for Melbourne filmmakers and films that are 'Made in Melbourne'.

MIM has more surprises, prizes, and of course quality films in store. The festival will once again showcase the best shorts, features, and high school films.

Finalists will be announced soon!

When: 27 - 30 November 2014
Bookings: mim.org.au
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Queen Victoria Market's Night Market

Suzuki Night Market

Now in its 17th year, the Summer Night Market attracts over 200 stall holders and showcases some of Melbourne's finest artisans, producing locally made clothing, jewellery, prints and an array of cultural goods.

More than just a market, the Night Market offers a unique platform for emerging designers, artists, musicians and foodies to showcase their talent at one of Melbourne's favourite summer events.

When: every Wednesday night during Summer | Nov 5 - March 25
Where: Queen Victoria Market
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Brunswick Spiritual Lyceum Church

Gospel Choir & Special Guest Mediums

Brunswick Spiritual Lyceum Church are pleased to present The Goss Choir.

The amazing choir will perform old and new songs.

Guest mediums including Rev Lyn Dear and Gaylene Brill giving demonstrations of Communication with Spirit.

This is sure to be an event not to be missed.

When: Saturday 15th November 2014
Where: Brunswick Spiritual Lyceum Church, 259 Victoria Street, Brunswick
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LEGO Expo

Inside The Brick | Williamstown

Rediscover the magic of building and join Inside The Brick for a major exhibition of Models made from thousands of LEGO Bricks, a large hands on construction zone and collectable sets for sale.

This year we are featuring all things nautical including Pirates, Deep Sea Explorers and more. We will also have displays of sci-fi, rare sets and of course our large city train layout for you to enjoy.

When: Saturday and Sunday, 8 & 9 November 2014
Where: Seaworks | Williamstown
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