Sundays, Murray St Mall, 11am – 4pmThe City’s sustainable living market brings fresh produce and homemade wares to the heart of the CBD. Weekly changing stalls offer local fresh fruit and vegetables, honey, nuts, breads, oils, sauces, herbs, spices and more! FREE | visitperthcity.com | 08 9461 3368

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SIT LESS, MOVE MORE! | OUTDOOR EXERCISE CLASSES1 October, Langley Park Outdoor Exercise Station, 12:10 – 12:55pmLed by qualified trainers from The Vault, this outdoor fitness series will be delivered in circuit format, incorporating strength, resistance and cardio exercises. Sessions will be tailored to suit all fitness levels and newcomers are welcome. FREE | visitperthcity.com | 08 9461 3858

KERRY O’BRIEN BREAKFAST28 October, UWA Club, 7am – 9amCity of Perth Library Talks brings you ‘Keating’ by Kerry O’Brien – a story of our 24th prime minister and a portrait unlike any other. In this breakfast presentation, Kerry O’Brien discusses the collaboration that brought about this unique work, gleaned during many hours of conversation and interviews with Paul Keating. Price includes a two-course breakfast.$52 | extension.uwa.edu.au

CARNIVAL MACABRE28 October – 1 November, various city venuesThe City’s annual festival encompassing ‘All Hallows Eve’ and ‘Mexican Day of the Dead’ invites you to dress up, and escape the couch coffin for some freakishly dark fun. Film screenings including ‘Alien’ and ‘Beetlejuice’ provide thrills and chills for all ages, while kids can dress up for the Piazzarama activity day, and adults can get their spook on at the Zombie Masquerade Ball. FREE | visitperthcity.com | 08 9461 3368

HOLLY WOOD TUESDAY MORNING SHOWTuesdays in October, Perth Town Hall, 11am – 12pmHosted by Bernard Carney and sponsored by Have A Go News, featuring guest speakers and a variety of entertainment including music, dance, laughter and theatrical acts.

6 Oct The Silvertones: This fabulous trio spreads musical joy by way of a lively country show of songs from the 1940s to 80s.

13 Oct Callie Scanlan: Callie Scanlan is a classically trained pianist who joined a Kalgoorlie band and has been rockin’ it since. This month, she presents some of her favourite rock’n’roll classics and sing-alongs, and Jennifer Merrigan from Have a Go News will update on news, events, and competitions.

20 Oct No show this week

27 Oct Jay Weston: In our special ‘Remembering Holly’ show, Jay provides entertainment drawn from the Italian arias to musical theatre, love songs, and popular ballads.

FREE | visitperthcity.com | 08 9461 3145

PARK RUNSaturdays, Claisebrook Cove, 8amParkrun is a weekly timed 5km run coordinated by the City of Perth with Parkrun Australia. People of all ages and fitness levels are invited to run, walk, push a pram or bring their dog; it’s a great way to meet others and experience the outdoors.

FREE | parkrun.com.au

28 SEPTEMBER TO 10 OCTOBER 2015

Enjoy great family discounts, activities and events in the city with the Perth City Playground Pass and guide. Pick up yours from the marquee in the Murray Street Mall, City of Perth i-City Booth and participating venues, and enjoy a fun family day out.

ART FOR KIDS AT PICAUntil 10 October, Perth Institute of Contemporary Arts, 10am – 5pm (closed Mondays)Head along to PICA and collect your free activity pack (while stocks last) with your Perth City Playground Pass and explore exhibitions by renowned Australian artists Derek Kreckler and Consuelo Cavaniglia. Suitable for kids aged 5+.FREE | visitperthcity.com | 08 9461 3368

Until 10 October, Forrest Place, 10am – 2pmKeep kids entertained over the holidays by making the best paper planes! Test out your flying skills at Pilot School and see if you make the distance – can you throw a plane at least 5m and fly through a hoop? If you throw 10m or more, be in the running to win a remote control aeroplane. There’s also displays from the Royal Australian Air Force and a chill out movie zone. Suitable for ages 3-12 years. FREE | visitperthcity.com | 08 9461 3368

SOUNDSSunday

25 October, Northbridge Piazza, 4pm – 7pmMusic lovers can experience some of Perth’s best live acts at Sunday Sounds – a series of free music events presented by the City of Perth on the last Sunday of the month. In this edition, enjoy the mesmerising melodic pop to blues sounds of Local Heroes, and the raucous jazz-fuelled energy of Beans Buma’s Boys of Rhythm. Sit back and relax, and take advantage of the cafes, bars and shops in the Northbridge precinct. FREE | visitperthcity.com. au | 08 9461 3368

GARAGE SALE TRAIL TREASURE FROM TRASH BASHDonate items between 19 – 23 October, Murray Street Mall24 October, Forrest Place, 10am to 4pmAs a part of Garage Sale Trail, the City is hosting a ‘Treasure from Trash Bash’ in Forrest Place. Donate your unwanted items to the ‘Treasure Trove’ – a sea container in the Murray Street Mall – and on event day the Treasure Trove transforms into a pop-up of op shop by charities including the Red Cross, where you can shop for bargains and support the reuse movement. FREE | garagesaletrail.com.au

TREASURE SHIPS FAMILY OPENING WEEKEND 10 – 11 October, Art Gallery of WA, 10am – 4pm To celebrate the opening of the Treasure Ships exhibition, AWESOME and the AGWA are working together to present a wonderful family weekend. Take part in creative activities and learn more about the themes within the exhibition, including map-making and painting with spices and be entertained with stories and performances. Suitable for ages 5 and up.FREE activities, but entry costs apply | artgallery.wa.gov.au

FAMILY FUN AT THE JETTY5 – 9 October, Barrack Street Jetty, 10am – 4pmJoin in the fun with entertainment presented by AWESOME, Perth Zoo and the Metropolitan Redevelopment Authority. Learn ukulele, make your own paper boats, participate in the Junior Vet Hospital and enjoy Zoo Stories by the river. Suitable for all ages.

FREE | mra.wa.gov.au

TWILIGHT HAWKERS MARKETFridays from 16 October, Forrest Place, 4:30 – 9:30pmForrest Place comes to life on Friday nights with the Twilight Hawkers Market – Perth’s original and largest weekly street food market, selling cuisine from all over the world. FREE | visitperthcity.com | 08 9461 3368

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SPONSORED BY THE CITY OF PERTHCITY OF PERTH MISS UNIVERSE WA 2016 REGISTRATION DAY18 October, Forrest Place, 12pm – 4pmFollow in the footsteps of Renae Ayris and Scherri-Lee Biggs and become WA’s next Miss Universe Australia. As well as having the opportunity to represent WA, you will experience a once in a lifetime program that encourages you to become the best you can be. Public and support crews welcome, and there’s Miss Universe show bags up for grabs.FREE | To register, go to: pinktankevents.com.au

REALMARK PERTH RAMBLE 201518 October, Russell Square, 11am – 5pmCombining the adventure of a treasure hunt with the fun of an amazing race, the Perth Ramble for Telethon is a great day out for everyone. You and your team mates have four hours to walk around the City, uncovering secret locations and solving puzzles, whilst discovering more about Perth! Start fundraising now to gain points and win great prizes.perthramble.com.au

THE COCKATOOS20 October – 7 November, Blue Room Theatre, various timesA mob of wild cockatoos has descended on the neighbourhood. For some they bring life and renewal – but for others, death and destruction. From the short story by Nobel laureate Patrick White, adapted for the stage by Andrew Hale, The Cockatoos is a quintessentially Australian tale from a master of the metaphysical.$15 – 25 | blueroom.org.au

BONJOUR PERTH24 October, Langley Park, 10am – 9pm Bonjour Perth Festival is a community and family-based event to encourage Perth residents to discover and enjoy French-speaking countries’ culture. Expect live music and entertainment, cultural performances, food and wine tastings, patisseries and candies, cooking demonstrations, products, a car show featuring vintage and new French cards, activities for kids, and much more.Gold coin donation | bonjourperth.com.au

RE:LOADED28 October – 1 November, State Theatre Centre, various timesPresented by Co:3, re:Loaded defines Co:3 as a courageous, resilient and highly physical company. Across three vastly different works the dancers defy expectation leaving you breathless. Choreography by Raewyn Hill, Larissa McGowan, and Gavin Webber. Various prices | co3.org.au

FAUST29 October – 8 November, His Majesty’s Theatre, 7:30pmAged and disillusioned, Faust contemplates his modest life and feels nothing but regret. He accepts a deal with the Devil, Méphistophélès, to give his soul in exchange for youth, beauty and the wild pursuit of hedonistic pleasure. It’s a battle between good and evil, temptation, romance and betrayal. Between the grandeur of cathedral towers and dazzling lights of dance halls, Faust meets his fate, driven by Gounod’s rich and beautiful music. From $45 | waopera.asn.au

BLACK SWAN PRIZEUntil 4 October, Linton & Kay Gallery, Brookfield Place, Mon – Fri 10am – 5pm, Sat – Sun 11am – 4pmThe 2015 Black Swan Prize features the nation’s best portraiture works and also showcases artworks by budding young artists.FREE | blackswanprize.com.au

FREE FLICKS FOR KIDSSaturdays, 5:30pm Bring the kids, pack a picnic or pick up a bite nearby, and enjoy a family night out under the stars seeing a free movie. Arrive early to nab a comfy beanbag or BYO rug/low chairs. 3 Oct: Coraline (2008, PG) 10 Oct: Corpse Bride (2005, PG) 17 Oct: Frankenweenie (2012, PG) 24 Oct: Paranorman (2012, PG)

DATE NIGHTWednesdays, 8:30pm Cuddle up on a Piazza beanbag under the stars for a finely-tuned selection of romantic feature films and crowd favourites. 7 Oct: Silver Linings Playbook (2012, M)14 Oct: The Princess Bride (1987, PG) 21 Oct: Hocus Pocus (1993, PG) 28 Oct: Winona Wednesday - Beetlejuice (1988, M)

INTERNATIONAL DAY OF NON VIOLENCE2 October, 7pm – 11:45pmIn partnership with the Borderless Gandhi Project (Australia), see the Piazza illuminate a golden yellow in celebration of Gandhi’s birth. This special event will be introduced by founder, Nilesh Makwana, followed by a short screening of ‘Gandhi: The Message of the Mahatma’ and biopic ‘Gandhi’ (1982, PG) directed by Richard Attenborough.

PIAZZARAMA | HEROES IN UNIFORM4 October, 12 noon – 4pmCome dressed as your favourite community safety hero (firefighter, police, doctor/nurse) and celebrate the heroes who keep our city safe. See vehicles and demos from FireServices and St John Ambulance, and catch Constable Care live on stage in between feature films on the Superscreen:12 noon Disney Planes: Fire & Rescue (2014, PG) 2:30pm Firehouse Dog (2007, PG)

MAKE A NOISE! SOUND PRODUCTION COURSE IN ABLETON LIVE FOR MUSICIANS AND ARTISTS14 October – 2 December, 6:30pm – 8pmAre you a musician or instrumentalist who wants to start making your own recorded music? Are you a budding music producer who wants to make better beats? Make a Noise! is a free course providing hands-on experience in producing, mixing, and sound design in Ableton Live. Places are limited, to register, go to: visitperthcity.com.au/northbridge-piazza

Corner Lake and James Streets, NorthbridgeTHE RED BALLOON1 – 17 October, Studio Underground @ State Theatre Centre, various timesOn his way to school, a young boy finds a red balloon tangled around a lamp post. Soon after rescuing it, the boy discovers the balloon has a mind of its own! Based on the Academy Award-winning short film of the same name, this is the world premiere of the stage adaptation by Hilary Bell as conceived by artist India Mehta. For children aged 6 -12 years, families and the young at heart.$30 - $35 | bsstc.com.au

2015 AWESOME INTERNATIONAL ARTS FESTIVAL FOR BRIGHT YOUNG THINGS3 – 12 October, Perth Cultural Centre, 10am – 4pmThe 2015 AWESOME International Arts Festival returns in the October school holidays to inspire and delight Perth children aged 0 -12 and their families with a spectacular array of theatre, dance, early childhood activities, music, film and hands-on activities.$15 | awesomearts.com

BENJAMIN & ME6 – 24 October, Blue Room Theatre, various timesFollow the extraordinary journey of this young boy, his dog, their wild imagination and a ukulele. Benjamin & Me is a show for families and adventurous adults. It’s the newest work from award-winning writer and performer Mark Storen, and is the debut production for his new company Whiskey and Boots.$13 - $15 | blueroom.org.au

PERTH ZOMBIE WALK10 October, Russell Square, 10am – 6pmPerth Zombie walk is an all-ages event where people come together in support of charity, the Brain Foundation. Dressing up like a zombie is strongly encouraged! Participants shuffle along a designated route through city streets and malls, to the shock (and amusement) of the unaware public. There’ll also be stalls, food vendors, live bands and DJs, with the main procession between 1-2pm.FREE | perthzombiewalk.com.au

PERTH HERITAGE DAYS 2015This year, the 7th annual Perth Heritage Days will celebrate the famous and not so famous people, who shaped Perth. Their stories will be told through different mediums including exhibitions, guided walks, talks by passionate presenters, interactive drama and music events, and associated open buildings where the spirit of the person can speak for themselves.FREE | heritageperth.com

MENTAL HEALTH WEEK

2 – 10 OCTOBER

2015

Western Australian Associationfor Mental Health

GET CITY FITGet fit and healthy with a range of free weekly fitness classes held before and after work, at lunchtimes and on the weekend. Friendly instructors will lead you through sessions lasting up to an hour, all designed to keep you energised and active. Classes are suitable for all fitness levels and newcomers are welcome!

Wednesdays 6pm: Yoga – Northbridge Piazza (7 Oct session followed by a dancing session at 7pm and a screening of ‘Silver Linings Playbook’ at 8pm)

Thursdays 6:30am: CrossFit – Northbridge Piazza

Fridays 12:10pm: HoopFit – Stirling Gardens

Sundays 9am: Tai Chill – Northbridge Piazza

FREE | visitperthcity.com | 08 9461 3145

ODD SOCKS DAY2 October, nationwideOne in two of us will experience a mental health problem in our lifetime, and one in five will experience a mental health problem in any year. ‘Odd Socks Day’ is a light-hearted approach to reminding people that anyone can have an odd day, and that stigma is still one of the greatest barriers to people seeking help and recovering from a mental illness. Pull on your odd socks and join us in supporting this campaign.FREE | oddsocksday.org.au

WORKPLACE WELLBEING WEDNESDAY7 October, Central Park Theatrette, 12.30 - 1.30pmWant to know how to Act-Belong-Commit for better mental health at work? Join a host of workplace wellbeing experts from corporate, community and employee backgrounds, who will help unpack Employee Assistance Programs, peer support, access to alternative sources of help, and how to incorporate the Act-Belong-Commit message.Gold coin donation | actbelongcommit.org.au

PERTH DANCE CLASSES7 – 8 October, King Street Art Centre, 4:15pm – 9:15pmAre you bored of doing the same ol’ thing day in and out? Why not shake things up, and go dance! For one hour, Èlan Dance Est. will get you to shake it, twerk it and work it, with no fear of judgment. Bookings essential.$15 | mhw.waamh.org.au

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