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S.A. Spring Garden Festival
Sept
21
8:00 am08:00

S.A. Spring Garden Festival

  • SA Spring Garden Festival - Talunga Park (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Nestled between the Barossa Valley and the Adelaide Hills, the picturesque town of Mt. Pleasant will once again host the annual S.A. Spring Garden Festival, happening on Saturday the 21st of September 2024.

The festival features a full program that includes very special guest speaker Hannah Moloney, a large variety of plant and garden stalls, garden themed workshops, talks, activities and free Nature Craft activities for the kids. There will also be lots of delicious food and beverages, including gluten free and vegan options.

The Mt. Pleasant Farmers Market is again partnering with the S.A. Spring Garden Festival with extended trading hours, so you’ll be able to enjoy both the Festival and the Farmers Market experience in one location.

Mt. Pleasant is a beautiful drive from every direction and in Spring, the Adelaide Hills and Barossa Valley are alive with blossoms and spectacular scenery!

Admission is $12 (+ booking fee) per adult if purchased online, $15 per adult if purchased at the gate, with children under 16 and under Free. Tickets available online and at the gate on the day.

Gates open at 8am and close at 3pm.

Online ticket: $12

Gate Entry: $15
Children 16 and under FREE

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Valentine's Day
Feb
10
7:00 pm19:00

Valentine's Day

If you want to make a certain someone feel special - why not check out the beautiful gifts available at the Bohemian Garden or Lunaria or Recreate?

Don’t forget Jan from the Bohemian Garden is also a florist!

Jan has an eclectic range of unique homewares and personal products, as well as seedlings and plants. https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063689676202

Robyn at Lunaria is also stocking dresses as well as a great range of designer homewares. https://www.instagram.com/robynmitchelldesigns/

Recreate is home to many things - including homewares, craft items, personal products, clothing, children’s toys and many many more - as well as being a garden centre! Recreate works on the circular economy, so many products are re-purposed, but they also carry ranges of local artisan produced goods. https://www.facebook.com/recreatecommunity

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Make Mini Wind Machines
Oct
11
9:30 am09:30

Make Mini Wind Machines

Inventor Ray will take kids through the process of making mini windmachines out of recycled PET bottles and coffee cups.
Approx 1 - 1.5 hrs
Suitable for kids 6-12
Parents need to remain on site to assist their kids with the workshop.
Materials will include scissors and glue.

Wednesday 4 October 2023 - Wednesday 11 October 2023 (UTC+09:30)

Recreate & Community Sharing Garden
Cnr Phillis St & Showground Rd, Mount Pleasant South Australia 5235

Contact details: Mount Pleasant Natural Resource Centre Inc

Recreate + Community Share Garden + Community Nursery

Bec Lane, Coordinator ph. 0427 998 553 or email. mpnrc@bigpond.com

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Weave a Plant Holder
Oct
5
11:00 am11:00

Weave a Plant Holder

In this workshop kids will be guided by Artist Yvonne Dalton; on how to make a plant holder from recycled materials.
Parents need to remain on site to assist their kids with the workshop.

Thursday 5 October, 2023 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM (UTC+09:30)

Recreate & Community Sharing Garden
Cnr Phillis St & Showground Rd, Mount Pleasant South Australia 5235

Contact details: Mount Pleasant Natural Resource Centre Inc

Recreate + Community Share Garden + Community Nursery

Bec Lane, Coordinator

ph. 0427 998 553 or email. mpnrc@bigpond.com

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Barossa Bushgardens Nature Play Festival
Oct
5
10:00 am10:00

Barossa Bushgardens Nature Play Festival

Book your tickets now to join us during the school holidays for a free, fun day out in nature. Suitable for children 0 to 10 years.

Thursday, 5 October from 10am to 2pm
Bookings at: www.barossabushgardens.com.au/events

Go for a scavenger hunt, explore the nature trail or one of the labyrinths set up for the day, watch the birds, build a tipi, have a play in our nature play area with muddy puddle, mud kitchen and lots of new logs to climb on.

Try some of the amazing craft and sensory activities brought to you by the Gawler Environment Centre, the Northern and Yorke Landscape Board, Shana Green from The Root Cause, Louise Mason from the Barossa Community Labyrinth and our own amazing volunteers.

Still not convinced? You can have your face painted by Tinke by Bianca and meet and learn about native animals with Animals Anonymous between 11am and 1pm or simply take a break reading a book in our story nook.

Parents can tap into the never-ending supply of delicious coffee from The People Vs Coffeewhile supervising their little ones.

This event is supported by The Barossa Council and Green Adelaide.

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Make Mini Wind Machines
Oct
4
9:30 am09:30

Make Mini Wind Machines

Inventor Ray will take kids through the process of making mini windmachines out of recycled PET bottles and coffee cups.
Approx 1 - 1.5 hrs
Suitable for kids 6-12
Parents need to remain on site to assist their kids with the workshop.
Materials will include scissors and glue.

Wednesday 4 October 2023 - Wednesday 11 October 2023 (UTC+09:30)

Recreate & Community Sharing Garden
Cnr Phillis St & Showground Rd, Mount Pleasant South Australia 5235

Contact details: Mount Pleasant Natural Resource Centre Inc

Recreate + Community Share Garden + Community Nursery

Bec Lane, Coordinator ph. 0427 998 553 or email. mpnrc@bigpond.com

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SA Spring Garden Festival
Sept
23
8:00 am08:00

SA Spring Garden Festival

Explore a great range of stalls featuring quality plants, garden furniture, decor & garden care products. Workshops available.

Meet our guest speakers, take a workshop & uncover the secrets to a successful garden!

Special Guest - Hannah Moloney from Gardening Australia!

Entry $10
Senior/Concession $7
Children under 12 free

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Stirling Market
Dec
18
10:00 am10:00

Stirling Market

Stirling Market is always on the 4th Sunday of the month (except December when it is the 3rd Sunday).
It will be a beautiful family friendly day in the Adelaide Hills with live music, tasty food & excellent shopping. Our official start time is 10am, however the locals often start coming from 9am, if you wish to avoid the crowds join us between 9am - 11am or 2pm - 4pm.
We have lovely live music from various musicians. Our Stallholders Make it, Bake it, Sew it & Grow it, the Stirling Market is a great opportunity to shop local. Our stall holders have gorgeous fresh produce for you to purchase, artisan chocolates, art, jewellery, hand bags, local natural beauty products, plants, fashion, fresh produce & much more.
The Market Committee welcomes the return of the market in and encourages all visitors and stallholders to practice social distancing and show respect to others. We ask that you check in using our QR code, wear a mask, you do not linger for too long in front of stalls or in large groups prohibiting others from enjoying the market and stallholders from trading. Social distancing is everyone’s responsibility. There will be hand sanitiser stations throughout the market for your use. We have created extra space between our stalls & by moving the food stalls back by 3 metres. If you are queuing for food please ensure you are 1.5m & not blocking any walk ways or stalls. We all need to be vigilant & respectful so we can continue to enjoy our market.
We ask all followers of our market to adhere to the Australian chief health medical officer’s advice and if you do feel unwell then please say as home for this market and when you are better we will look forward to seeing you at our next market
We would like to make it as easy for everyone to social distance at our market, we would prefer our visitors to keep their furry friends at home however if you do bring your dog we ask you to please keep them on a short leash & make sure they are not blocking any walk ways.

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Stirling Market
Nov
27
10:00 am10:00

Stirling Market

Stirling Market is always on the 4th Sunday of the month (except December when it is the 3rd Sunday).
It will be a beautiful family friendly day in the Adelaide Hills with live music, tasty food & excellent shopping. Our official start time is 10am, however the locals often start coming from 9am, if you wish to avoid the crowds join us between 9am - 11am or 2pm - 4pm.
We have lovely live music from various musicians. Our Stallholders Make it, Bake it, Sew it & Grow it, the Stirling Market is a great opportunity to shop local. Our stall holders have gorgeous fresh produce for you to purchase, artisan chocolates, art, jewellery, hand bags, local natural beauty products, plants, fashion, fresh produce & much more.
The Market Committee welcomes the return of the market in and encourages all visitors and stallholders to practice social distancing and show respect to others. We ask that you check in using our QR code, wear a mask, you do not linger for too long in front of stalls or in large groups prohibiting others from enjoying the market and stallholders from trading. Social distancing is everyone’s responsibility. There will be hand sanitiser stations throughout the market for your use. We have created extra space between our stalls & by moving the food stalls back by 3 metres. If you are queuing for food please ensure you are 1.5m & not blocking any walk ways or stalls. We all need to be vigilant & respectful so we can continue to enjoy our market.
We ask all followers of our market to adhere to the Australian chief health medical officer’s advice and if you do feel unwell then please say as home for this market and when you are better we will look forward to seeing you at our next market
We would like to make it as easy for everyone to social distance at our market, we would prefer our visitors to keep their furry friends at home however if you do bring your dog we ask you to please keep them on a short leash & make sure they are not blocking any walk ways.

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Stirling Market
Oct
23
10:00 am10:00

Stirling Market

Stirling Market is always on the 4th Sunday of the month (except December when it is the 3rd Sunday).
It will be a beautiful family friendly day in the Adelaide Hills with live music, tasty food & excellent shopping. Our official start time is 10am, however the locals often start coming from 9am, if you wish to avoid the crowds join us between 9am - 11am or 2pm - 4pm.
We have lovely live music from various musicians. Our Stallholders Make it, Bake it, Sew it & Grow it, the Stirling Market is a great opportunity to shop local. Our stall holders have gorgeous fresh produce for you to purchase, artisan chocolates, art, jewellery, hand bags, local natural beauty products, plants, fashion, fresh produce & much more.
The Market Committee welcomes the return of the market in and encourages all visitors and stallholders to practice social distancing and show respect to others. We ask that you check in using our QR code, wear a mask, you do not linger for too long in front of stalls or in large groups prohibiting others from enjoying the market and stallholders from trading. Social distancing is everyone’s responsibility. There will be hand sanitiser stations throughout the market for your use. We have created extra space between our stalls & by moving the food stalls back by 3 metres. If you are queuing for food please ensure you are 1.5m & not blocking any walk ways or stalls. We all need to be vigilant & respectful so we can continue to enjoy our market.
We ask all followers of our market to adhere to the Australian chief health medical officer’s advice and if you do feel unwell then please say as home for this market and when you are better we will look forward to seeing you at our next market
We would like to make it as easy for everyone to social distance at our market, we would prefer our visitors to keep their furry friends at home however if you do bring your dog we ask you to please keep them on a short leash & make sure they are not blocking any walk ways.

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Stirling Market
Sept
25
10:00 am10:00

Stirling Market

Stirling Market is always on the 4th Sunday of the month (except December when it is the 3rd Sunday).
It will be a beautiful family friendly day in the Adelaide Hills with live music, tasty food & excellent shopping. Our official start time is 10am, however the locals often start coming from 9am, if you wish to avoid the crowds join us between 9am - 11am or 2pm - 4pm.
We have lovely live music from various musicians. Our Stallholders Make it, Bake it, Sew it & Grow it, the Stirling Market is a great opportunity to shop local. Our stall holders have gorgeous fresh produce for you to purchase, artisan chocolates, art, jewellery, hand bags, local natural beauty products, plants, fashion, fresh produce & much more.
The Market Committee welcomes the return of the market in and encourages all visitors and stallholders to practice social distancing and show respect to others. We ask that you check in using our QR code, wear a mask, you do not linger for too long in front of stalls or in large groups prohibiting others from enjoying the market and stallholders from trading. Social distancing is everyone’s responsibility. There will be hand sanitiser stations throughout the market for your use. We have created extra space between our stalls & by moving the food stalls back by 3 metres. If you are queuing for food please ensure you are 1.5m & not blocking any walk ways or stalls. We all need to be vigilant & respectful so we can continue to enjoy our market.
We ask all followers of our market to adhere to the Australian chief health medical officer’s advice and if you do feel unwell then please say as home for this market and when you are better we will look forward to seeing you at our next market
We would like to make it as easy for everyone to social distance at our market, we would prefer our visitors to keep their furry friends at home however if you do bring your dog we ask you to please keep them on a short leash & make sure they are not blocking any walk ways.

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Stirling Market
Aug
28
10:00 am10:00

Stirling Market

Stirling Market is always on the 4th Sunday of the month. Our winter market dates are June 26th, July 24th, August 28th (except December when it is the 3rd Sunday)
It will be a beautiful family friendly day in the Adelaide Hills with live music, tasty food & excellent shopping. Our official start time is 10am, however the locals often start coming from 9am, if you wish to avoid the crowds join us between 9am - 11am or 2pm - 4pm.
We have lovely live music from various musicians. Our Stallholders Make it, Bake it, Sew it & Grow it, the Stirling Market is a great opportunity to shop local. Our stall holders have gorgeous fresh produce for you to purchase, artisan chocolates, art, jewellery, hand bags, local natural beauty products, plants, fashion, fresh produce & much more.
The Market Committee welcomes the return of the market in and encourages all visitors and stallholders to practice social distancing and show respect to others. We ask that you check in using our QR code, wear a mask, you do not linger for too long in front of stalls or in large groups prohibiting others from enjoying the market and stallholders from trading. Social distancing is everyone’s responsibility. There will be hand sanitiser stations throughout the market for your use. We have created extra space between our stalls & by moving the food stalls back by 3 metres. If you are queuing for food please ensure you are 1.5m & not blocking any walk ways or stalls. We all need to be vigilant & respectful so we can continue to enjoy our market.
We ask all followers of our market to adhere to the Australian chief health medical officer’s advice and if you do feel unwell then please say as home for this market and when you are better we will look forward to seeing you at our next market
We would like to make it as easy for everyone to social distance at our market, we would prefer our visitors to keep their furry friends at home however if you do bring your dog we ask you to please keep them on a short leash & make sure they are not blocking any walk ways.

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Stirling Market
Jul
24
10:00 am10:00

Stirling Market

Stirling Market is always on the 4th Sunday of the month. Our winter market dates are June 26th, July 24th, August 28th (except December when it is the 3rd Sunday)
It will be a beautiful family friendly day in the Adelaide Hills with live music, tasty food & excellent shopping. Our official start time is 10am, however the locals often start coming from 9am, if you wish to avoid the crowds join us between 9am - 11am or 2pm - 4pm.
We have lovely live music from various musicians. Our Stallholders Make it, Bake it, Sew it & Grow it, the Stirling Market is a great opportunity to shop local. Our stall holders have gorgeous fresh produce for you to purchase, artisan chocolates, art, jewellery, hand bags, local natural beauty products, plants, fashion, fresh produce & much more.
The Market Committee welcomes the return of the market in and encourages all visitors and stallholders to practice social distancing and show respect to others. We ask that you check in using our QR code, wear a mask, you do not linger for too long in front of stalls or in large groups prohibiting others from enjoying the market and stallholders from trading. Social distancing is everyone’s responsibility. There will be hand sanitiser stations throughout the market for your use. We have created extra space between our stalls & by moving the food stalls back by 3 metres. If you are queuing for food please ensure you are 1.5m & not blocking any walk ways or stalls. We all need to be vigilant & respectful so we can continue to enjoy our market.
We ask all followers of our market to adhere to the Australian chief health medical officer’s advice and if you do feel unwell then please say as home for this market and when you are better we will look forward to seeing you at our next market
We would like to make it as easy for everyone to social distance at our market, we would prefer our visitors to keep their furry friends at home however if you do bring your dog we ask you to please keep them on a short leash & make sure they are not blocking any walk ways.

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Stirling Market
Jun
26
10:00 am10:00

Stirling Market

Stirling Market is always on the 4th Sunday of the month. Our winter market dates are June 26th, July 24th, August 28th (except December when it is the 3rd Sunday)
It will be a beautiful family friendly day in the Adelaide Hills with live music, tasty food & excellent shopping. Our official start time is 10am, however the locals often start coming from 9am, if you wish to avoid the crowds join us between 9am - 11am or 2pm - 4pm.
We have lovely live music from various musicians. Our Stallholders Make it, Bake it, Sew it & Grow it, the Stirling Market is a great opportunity to shop local. Our stall holders have gorgeous fresh produce for you to purchase, artisan chocolates, art, jewellery, hand bags, local natural beauty products, plants, fashion, fresh produce & much more.
The Market Committee welcomes the return of the market in and encourages all visitors and stallholders to practice social distancing and show respect to others. We ask that you check in using our QR code, wear a mask, you do not linger for too long in front of stalls or in large groups prohibiting others from enjoying the market and stallholders from trading. Social distancing is everyone’s responsibility. There will be hand sanitiser stations throughout the market for your use. We have created extra space between our stalls & by moving the food stalls back by 3 metres. If you are queuing for food please ensure you are 1.5m & not blocking any walk ways or stalls. We all need to be vigilant & respectful so we can continue to enjoy our market.
We ask all followers of our market to adhere to the Australian chief health medical officer’s advice and if you do feel unwell then please say as home for this market and when you are better we will look forward to seeing you at our next market
We would like to make it as easy for everyone to social distance at our market, we would prefer our visitors to keep their furry friends at home however if you do bring your dog we ask you to please keep them on a short leash & make sure they are not blocking any walk ways.

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Vertical Veggies
Jun
7
6:00 pm18:00

Vertical Veggies

6:30pm (AEST) Sydney, Melbourne, Hobart, Canberra | 6:00pm (ACST) Adelaide, Broken Hill | 4:30pm (AWST) Perth


Join Sophie Thomson as she takes us through growing veggies vertically to maximise space and utilise produce plants to help cool and shade your garden and home.


Sophie Thomson has continued to light up the screen on ABC TV’s Gardening Australia with her infectious enthusiasm for more than 16 years. She is generous with her knowledge as a horticulturist gleaned from over 35 years of hands-on gardening experience. She shares her insights, tips and knowledge nationally through public speaking engagements, media columns, talk back radio and her recent best-selling book Sophie’s Patch.

Aside from the obvious environmental benefits, Sophie believes gardening improves our physical, mental and emotional wellbeing, as well as that of the broader community. Since 2020, she has been working to support fire affected communities on Kangaroo Island and in the Adelaide Hills helping them rebuild their gardens.


Register for this free, live digital session here: https://www.growitlocal.com/.../vertical-veggies-with...

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World Bee Day Celebrations
May
21
8:00 am08:00

World Bee Day Celebrations

Mt Pleasant Farmer’s Market -

Celebrating World Bee Week with all things Bee! Live Hive, Hive Tours, Bee Workshops, loads of honey and educational activities for the children.

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Wicking Bed Workshop for Children - Free
Apr
29
10:30 am10:30

Wicking Bed Workshop for Children - Free

A great opportunity to boost your child's confidence by giving them a sense of ownership and possibly start a live-long passion for growing their own food.

This free, fun learning session is for kids of all ages and they will learn about the wicking effect, soil and worms, beneficial insects and get to plant vegetables and flowers in our new wicking beds.

We have two sessions available and places are limited.

22 & 29 April from 10.30am to 11.30am

Bookings at https://www.eventbrite.com.au/.../wicking-bed-workshop...

Supported by The Barossa Council Northern and Yorke Landscape Board Green Adelaide and the Government of South Australia.

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Gardener's Day Out
Apr
27
8:00 am08:00

Gardener's Day Out

Join us for a gardeners day out visiting the highly regarded Sophie’s Patch. The garden of media personality Sophie Thompson. Hosted by Barossa Nursery staff members Kristee and Trish.

$125 per person. Spots are limited so make sure to get in quick!

Tickets: www.barossanursery.com.au/product/gardeners-day-out

Email: enquiries@barossanursery.com.au

Tel: 8562 2288

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Traditional Uses Plant Workshop - Free
Apr
26
3:30 pm15:30

Traditional Uses Plant Workshop - Free

For medicine, for food, for shelter...Aboriginal peoples have a wide range of uses for many of the native plants of Australia.
Chris Hall will explain some of the different uses of native plants from the Barossa region. You will have the opportunity to feel, smell and even try some of them.
Explore the Barossa Bushgardens and experience it as a provider of food, materials for building and weaving and medicinal uses.


Tickets free: www.eventbrite.com.au/e/traditional-uses-plants-workshop-tickets-310164810297

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Wicking Bed Workshop for Children - Free
Apr
22
10:30 am10:30

Wicking Bed Workshop for Children - Free

A great opportunity to boost your child's confidence by giving them a sense of ownership and possibly start a live-long passion for growing their own food.

This free, fun learning session is for kids of all ages and they will learn about the wicking effect, soil and worms, beneficial insects and get to plant vegetables and flowers in our new wicking beds.

We have two sessions available and places are limited.

22 & 29 April from 10.30am to 11.30am

Bookings at https://www.eventbrite.com.au/.../wicking-bed-workshop...

Supported by The Barossa Council Northern and Yorke Landscape Board Green Adelaide and the Government of South Australia.

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Sophie's Patch Easter Open Garden
Apr
18
10:00 am10:00

Sophie's Patch Easter Open Garden

April 2022 – Saturday 16th, Sunday 17th, Monday 18th

The tradition continues…Easter at Sophie’s Patch

Easter at Sophie’s Patch has become a tradition thousands of South Australians, and many interstate visitors have come to enjoy. 2022 will be particularly special as it will be the 15th open garden at Sophie’s Patch.

 

Where? what? cost? and other important details…

Entry Fee: $15 Adults. $5 Primary School Children. Gates open from 10am to 4.00pm daily.

Tickets: Book online as there will be limited tickets at the gate in line with our covid plan.

 

Address

Hamlyn Cottage, 394 Springs Road, Mt Barker Springs
(Follow the signs from Mt Barker – no dogs allowed)

 

Nurseries & Garden Art

As always, local nurseries will be sharing their knowledge and selling plants. We welcome:

Bickleigh Vale Organic Farm

Hillside Herbs & Succulents

Tupelo Grove Nursery

Diggers Club 

Recreate

 

Supporting organisations

Organisations at the open garden may include:

Beekeepers’ Society of SA

Butterfly Conservation Society of SA

Birds SA

 

For Kids

As always we will be offering free kids activities each day.

No dogs…

Sherlock

Sherlock is our wonderful guard dog, flock protector, friend and family pet. He is a breed called a Maremma, bred to protect stock from predators and to be intensely loyal to, and protective of, his family.

Sherlock is true to his breeding and we ask that visitors do not bring other dogs to our property. Visiting dogs will unnecessarily cause Sherlock stress as he feels the need to protect his flock and family from them.

Your support is much appreciated.

 

Partnering with local charities

Sophie partners with local community groups and charities to organise the parking. In the past few years, Local Rotary Clubs have managed visitor parking to raise money for their chosen charities including “Operation Flinders’.

What happened in previous open gardens?

Open gardens at Sophie’s Patch are more than just demonstrating sustainable gardening practices that I am always preaching, they are more like a fair or community event focused on community education.  Every open garden is different at Sophie’s Patch as the garden grows, different speakers and groups join, amazing sculptures are built and the garden evolves.

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Sophie's Patch Easter Open Garden
Apr
17
10:00 am10:00

Sophie's Patch Easter Open Garden

April 2022 – Saturday 16th, Sunday 17th, Monday 18th

The tradition continues…Easter at Sophie’s Patch

Easter at Sophie’s Patch has become a tradition thousands of South Australians, and many interstate visitors have come to enjoy. 2022 will be particularly special as it will be the 15th open garden at Sophie’s Patch.

 

Where? what? cost? and other important details…

Entry Fee: $15 Adults. $5 Primary School Children. Gates open from 10am to 4.00pm daily.

Tickets: Book online as there will be limited tickets at the gate in line with our covid plan.

 

Address

Hamlyn Cottage, 394 Springs Road, Mt Barker Springs
(Follow the signs from Mt Barker – no dogs allowed)

 

Nurseries & Garden Art

As always, local nurseries will be sharing their knowledge and selling plants. We welcome:

Bickleigh Vale Organic Farm

Hillside Herbs & Succulents

Tupelo Grove Nursery

Diggers Club 

Recreate

 

Supporting organisations

Organisations at the open garden may include:

Beekeepers’ Society of SA

Butterfly Conservation Society of SA

Birds SA

 

For Kids

As always we will be offering free kids activities each day.

No dogs…

Sherlock

Sherlock is our wonderful guard dog, flock protector, friend and family pet. He is a breed called a Maremma, bred to protect stock from predators and to be intensely loyal to, and protective of, his family.

Sherlock is true to his breeding and we ask that visitors do not bring other dogs to our property. Visiting dogs will unnecessarily cause Sherlock stress as he feels the need to protect his flock and family from them.

Your support is much appreciated.

 

Partnering with local charities

Sophie partners with local community groups and charities to organise the parking. In the past few years, Local Rotary Clubs have managed visitor parking to raise money for their chosen charities including “Operation Flinders’.

What happened in previous open gardens?

Open gardens at Sophie’s Patch are more than just demonstrating sustainable gardening practices that I am always preaching, they are more like a fair or community event focused on community education.  Every open garden is different at Sophie’s Patch as the garden grows, different speakers and groups join, amazing sculptures are built and the garden evolves.

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Sophie's Patch Easter Open Garden
Apr
16
10:00 am10:00

Sophie's Patch Easter Open Garden

The tradition continues…Easter at Sophie’s Patch: Easter at Sophie’s Patch has become a tradition thousands of South Australians, and many interstate visitors have come to enjoy. 2022 will be particularly special as it will be the 15th open garden at Sophie’s Patch.

Where? what? cost? and other important details: Entry Fee: $15 Adults. $5 Primary School Children. Gates open from 10am to 4.00pm daily.

Tickets: Book online as there will be limited tickets at the gate in line with our covid plan.

Address: Hamlyn Cottage, 394 Springs Road, Mt Barker Springs (Follow the signs from Mt Barker – no dogs allowed)

Nurseries & Garden Art: As always, local nurseries will be sharing their knowledge and selling plants. We welcome -

Bickleigh Vale Organic Farm

Hillside Herbs & Succulents

Tupelo Grove Nursery

Diggers Club 

Recreate

Supporting organisations: Organisations at the open garden may include -

Beekeepers’ Society of SA

Butterfly Conservation Society of SA

Birds SA

For Kids: As always we will be offering free kids activities each day.

No dogs… Sherlock is our wonderful guard dog, flock protector, friend and family pet. He is a breed called a Maremma, bred to protect stock from predators and to be intensely loyal to, and protective of, his family. Sherlock is true to his breeding and we ask that visitors do not bring other dogs to our property. Visiting dogs will unnecessarily cause Sherlock stress as he feels the need to protect his flock and family from them. Your support is much appreciated.

Partnering with local charities: Sophie partners with local community groups and charities to organise the parking. In the past few years, Local Rotary Clubs have managed visitor parking to raise money for their chosen charities including “Operation Flinders’.

What happened in previous open gardens? Open gardens at Sophie’s Patch are more than just demonstrating sustainable gardening practices that I am always preaching, they are more like a fair or community event focused on community education.  Every open garden is different at Sophie’s Patch as the garden grows, different speakers and groups join, amazing sculptures are built and the garden evolves.

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Kalleske Wines by the Grass
Apr
8
5:00 pm17:00

Kalleske Wines by the Grass

Join us for our last Wines by the Grass for 'Summer 2022'! Kicking off at 5pm, April 8 we invite you to spend a relaxing night with Kalleske and enjoy...

- NEW CATERER - The Bearded Cook will be serving a beautiful Middle Eastern inspired menu!
- Kalleske certified organic and biodynamic wines
- Amber Kalleske will be playing acoustic classics to keep you relaxed into the weekend
- Greenock Brewers Barossa Valley beers available all evening

Drink & Food options will available for the whole family!

Bring your own Kalleske Wine Tumbler/Goblet from previous events, or we will have some available for purchase! (Take home reusable wine tumblers $5)

You are welcome to bring your deck chairs!

PLEASE NOTE:
*Strictly NO BYO Alcohol
*No BYO Food
*Social distancing restrictions and COVID tracing in place
*Glass Free Event
Pet Free Event

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Adelaide Hills Kids Farmers Market
Dec
5
9:00 am09:00

Adelaide Hills Kids Farmers Market

  • Adelaide Hills Kids Farmers Market (map)
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Did you know schools, community associations, groups, kindy's and community gardens for example can have lunch stalls at Adelaide Hills Kids Farmers Market? It's possible, so register today and put your name forward.

Adelaide Hills Kids Farmers Market can accept sustainable and handmade stalls. Work on a stall with your local school or group & get assistance from a range of groups like Adelaide Hills Handspinners & Weavers Guild, Boomerang Bags Adelaide Hills and the The Embroiderers' Guild of South Australia for example. Message this page for more contacts if you need any:

https://www.facebook.com/adelaidehillskidsfarmersmarket

Get involved with Apple Crushing as part of Adelaide Hills Kids Farmers Market, Sunday 5th December 2021. Market organisers can help you to get apples and a crusher (if you don't have access) & you can raise money at the same time. Register now at: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/C7SG5CQ

0458 768 643

nathan.rogers79@bigpond.com

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Bio Blitz in Gumeracha (Nature Festival)
Oct
1
9:45 am09:45

Bio Blitz in Gumeracha (Nature Festival)

Part of the Nature Festival:

Join us for a full day of activities with the choice of six topics across four sessions, with a Welcome to Country start:

Indigenous Art/Culture; Experience painting with ochre and learn about the cultural use of art in ceremony. 

Water Watch; What's living in our catchment, collect and learn about waterbugs to determine how healthy our watercourse is.

Biodiversity; Lets be Tree doctors, join our team for hands on activities, activating all your senses and learning about our local plants.

Worms, Worms, Worms; Eat dirt, poo dirt, wriggle forward.... join in this fun, hands on and educational session about the use of worms in recycling food waste.

Nest Box building; Come and learn about why we need to help our woodland birds and arboreal mammals and help build a nest box for your local park.

Revegetation; Join in to help plant 1000 tubes to increase diversity in our patch.

If you book 4 sessions, get $5 off by using the code BOOK4

All participants MUST be accompanied by an adult during the sessions.

There is no cost for parents/caregivers.

Coffee/tea, lunch and refreshments will be available to purchase on the day.

Accessibility

Wheelchairs and limited mobility

Free access for companions or carers

Contact the event organiser for more information.

Kim Thompson

0438639353

kim.environmentalconnections@gmail.com

Tickets:

https://www.naturefestival.org.au/.../bio-blitz-in-gumeracha

Upper River Torrens Landcare: http://www.torrenslandcare.org/

Environmental Connections: envoronmentalconnections.com.au

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Hahndorf Pop Market
Sept
19
11:00 am11:00

Hahndorf Pop Market

POP Market was created to support and showcase small business talent. For those who aren’t able to join us on our market days, or love to shop from home, this is for you! We have put this page together for you to support all our stallholders.

If they don’t have contact details that work best for you, please contact us and we’ll get them to reach out to you. Our email is admin@popmarket.net

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