Paris, Texas – Movie Screening
Paris, Texas is a haunting and beautifully told story of love, loss and finding your way home. After disappearing for four years, Travis suddenly reappears in the Texas desert with little explanation of where he’s been. As he slowly reconnects with his young son, the two set out on a journey to find the boy’s […]
Lismore Community Gardens Spring Fair
Come along and celebrate Spring at the Lismore Community Garden’s Spring Fair. This event invites the community to connect with the gardens and learn about growing plants for food, creativity and for the environmental & sustainability benefits. With stalls, workshops and entertainment from local gardeners, environmental groups creatives and gardening businesses. *Funds raised from this […]
Clay Northern Rivers Ceramic Market
Discover an inspiring collection of handmade ceramics created by 22 talented potters from across the Northern Rivers region. From unique homewares to beautiful decorative pieces and one-of-a-kind creations, there will be something for every ceramic lover. Come along and meet the makers, browse their work and discover the creativity and craftsmanship that makes the Northern […]
Nimbin Performance Poetry World Cup
The Nimbin Performance Poetry World Cup has run for 23 years on the first weekend of September. Saturday has four heats featuring 32 poets from Tasmania, Victoria, New South Wales, Queensland, Western Australia and the local area, performing eight minutes of poetry, judged on the poem, performance, audience reaction and timing. Sunday has two semi-finals […]
Caring for Catchments Public Exhibition
Experience the power of community-led catchment resilience at the Caring for Catchments Project Exhibition, an immersive visual showcase celebrating the repair and restoration of the landscapes across the Yabirri (Tweed), Durrumbul (Brunswick), Baluun (Richmond) and Briemba (Clarence) following the floods. Hosted by the North Coast Regional Landcare Network and designed in collaboration with Living Lab […]
Echo Mapping
Experience Echo Mapping inside The Joinery, Northern Rivers Performing Arts new creative home, and see the space in a whole new light. The industrial atmosphere becomes the backdrop for a thrilling, joyful duet of sound and movement, created and performed by longtime collaborators Jack Prest and Azzam Mohamed. Stripped back to its rawest elements — […]
Exhibition – Earth’s Treasures with Relics and Keepsakes
Earth’s Treasures: The theme Earth’s Treasures was deliberately open to interpretation. It may be found in the natural world, landscapes, forests, oceans, wildlife, flowers, rocks and changing seasons or in treasured places, memories, people, culture and the beauty of everyday life. You are invited to discover the many ways Blue Knob’s members interpret this theme […]
Sisleys Motel
Sisley’s Motel is a convenient base for exploring Lismore and the Northern Rivers. Located just a short walk from the Lismore Central Business District and Lismore Shopping Square, the motel offers a quiet, private place to stay while keeping shops, dining, and local attractions close by. Set entirely on the first floor of Dawson Street, […]
Valerie Smith: There was always song – Yadabalair
Valerie Smith is a Widjabul Wia-bal and Arakwal woman born, raised and living in Lismore. She uses creativity to share her experiences from childhood through to motherhood and teaching. Smith’s art practice deepens and strengthens her connection to culture while guiding her through difficult experiences.
Estampa: Melodies from Afar
Embark on a captivating musical journey with Postcards – Melodies from Afar, a concert that blends jazz, classical, folk and world music in a truly unique experience. From the fierce folky jazz of Django Reinhardt’s Seul ce soir to the romantic bossa nova of Antônio Carlos Jobim’s Corcovado, this performance explores the depth and beauty […]