WORKSHOPS & TALKS 

COVID-19 UPDATE: We are currently identifying how to continue delivering workshops and talks. This includes live streaming events, providing online resources and exhibitions as well as using other internet technologies so that our communities continue to be creative. More information in regard to the Scenic Rim Regional Council response to COVID-19 is available from the SRRC website.

2020 SCENIC RIM ART WORKSHOPS

Forums, artist talks, open studios, professional development workshops, cultural talks … There’s a lot to talk about, discover and share in the Scenic Rim arts community. 

PATTERNS OF MY DAYS with Therese Flynn-Clarke
This workshop is presented in association with Above & Below exhibition. 
COVID-19 UPDATE: We are currently identifying how to deliver this workshop.

A fabulous result of the Donna Maree Animation and Projection Workshop, held at the beginning of 2020 at The Centre Beaudesert, was a video created by the workshop participants - view the video here. Workshop photo credit: William Debois, taken at Gladstone Regional Art Gallery.

ARTS DINNERS @ THE CENTRE BEAUDESERT

Arts Dinners are designed to stimulate creative industry and cultural development across the Scenic Rim. These free events focus on networking, skill development, and community conversations about things that matter for the arts in our community. Expect a fun night with live entertainment and stimulating discussions.
Please note:  A light supper will be provided at this event with the option to purchase beverages from the bar. Please RSVP the Friday before the event date for catering purposes to The Centre Beaudesert Ph: 5540 5050.

You're invited to attend: 

• Tue 9 June 2020 - COVID-19 UPDATE: We are currently identifying how to deliver this event - WINTER ARTS DINNER: Placemaking.
• Tue 8 September 2020, 6pm for 6.30pm @ The Centre Beaudesert - SPRING ARTS DINNER: Speed Dating and the Arts.
• Tue 8 December 2020, 6pm for 6.30pm @ The Centre Beaudesert- SUMMER ARTS DINNER: End of Year Wrap Up.

WRITERS' WORKSHOPS WITH QUEENSLAND WRITERS CENTRE

Open to members of the Scenic Rim Writers Groups and residents of Scenic Rim, these are free to attend but registration is required.
For more information, please email thecentre@scenicrim.qld.gov.au or phone us on 07 5540 5050. 

SCENIC RIM WRITERS GROUP AND QUEENSLAND WRITERS CENTRE

Writers from around the Scenic Rim are welcome to join this group. The objectives are to hold writing events and workshops to build skills, support each other and develop networks. 
The Queensland Writers Centre (QWC) provides a mentoring role to the group and assists with editing, masterclasses and publications. For more information, contact Ailsa Rolley rolleysa@gmail.com

COVID-19 UPDATE: The April meeting has been cancelled. However, we are currently identifying how to continue the Scenic Rim Writers Group monthly meetings thereafter.  

The Scenic Rim Writers Group has published the following books that are available for purchase at The Centre Beaudesert, 82 Brisbane Street, Beaudesert.

The Word on the Street - Published by Queensland Writers Centre (QWC) on behalf of Scenic Rim Regional Council and Scenic Rim Writers Group: $19.95

War Stories and Our Town - an anthology from the Scenic Rim - Published by Scenic Rim Regional Council and Queensland Writers Centre (QWC): $25

MORE LOCAL WRITERS GROUPS IN THE SCENIC RIM

Calanthe Collective (Tamborine Mountain): facebook.com/calanthecollective

Tamborine Mountain Creative Writers Group: Tamborine Creative Arts Centre, Wongawallan Road, Tamborine Mountain, Ph: 07 5545 3221

Boonah Writers Group: facebook.com/boonahwritersgroup

RELAX AT THE MEMORY CAFE

The Memory Cafe is a place where people with dementia and carers can be themselves, share stories, discover helpful hints or simply enjoy the food and great company. There are also regular guest speakers. For more information, contact Centacare on (07) 5541 1653.

Memory Cafe is held at The Centre Beaudesert on the first Friday of each month. COVID 19 UPDATE: Meetings are cancelled until further notice.