In the Company of Birds
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In honour of our local woodland birds, Connecting Country and BirdLife Castlemaine are hosting 'In the Company of Birds' - an evening of art and conversation celebrating the birds in our lives.This unique event brings together nature, art and conversation, followed by an immersive soundscape experience with Nature Art Soundscapes.
Hear from Kirsty Costa (host of Weekend Birder podcast), award-winning nature artist Kate Gorringe-Smith, and beloved local artist and BirdLife Castlemaine Convener Jane Rusden as they share stories about the birds that inspire, connect and shape their lives.
The panel will be followed by a special immersive art and music experience that will leave you feeling uplifted. Nature Art Soundscape features musicians Hilary Blackshaw (violin, guitar and vocals), Joel Bloom (lap steel guitar), Clara Schutz (cello) and artist Jane Rusden. Together they celebrate local woodland wildlife by weaving beautiful live art making with evocative musical soundscapes. To learn what to expect visit; https://natureartsoundscapes.com/
The Goods Shed hosts a licensed bar with drinks available at bar prices.
Dinner is included in your ticket and will be catered by the delicious Middle Eastern offerings of local restaurant Melody.
Early Bird tickets available now!
A group booking for a table of 8 is only $55 per person and individual ticket $60.
Book yourself and a group of friends a table for this memorable evening.
Date
Thursday 10 September 2026 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM (UTC+10)Location
The Goods Shed
21 Kennedy Street , Castlemaine VIC 3450
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