Alderwood Manor
In the heart of Cobden, South West Victoria, Alderwood Manor stands as a testament to the transformative power of art, culture, and community engagement. The creation of Alderwood Manor is rooted in a deep-seated belief in the inherent value of creativity and its ability to enrich lives and strengthen communities.
Music at the Manor: MiniFest
Saturday 23 November 2024
Join us at Alderwood Manor Cobden on Saturday, 23rd November, for an unforgettable evening of live music and great food!
Head over to Cobden for free music in Curdie Street until 7pm.
Then, for our ticket holders, the night continues with Music at the Manor—a special event featuring live performances by the incredible Harry Hook, Ally Row, and Flynn Gurry.
Your ticket includes a mixed grazing box by local supplier Ikonic Events.
Don't miss out on this unique blend of community, culture, and creativity!
Sat 23 Nov
5 - 7pm FREE live music in Curdie Street
7 - 10pm: $45 inc dinner and 3 live music performances at Alderwood Manor
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Eat Cake: High Tea & Life Drawing (CANCELLED)
Sunday 27 October 2024
Indulge in a decadent afternoon of elegance at Eat Cake: High Tea and Life Drawing.
Join us on Sunday, 27th October, from 1pm, as we transport you to the opulent world of Marie Antoinette.
For $85, enjoy a sumptuous high tea catered by 3M Catering, a glass of bubbles on arrival, and a creatively enriching life drawing class.
Gather your besties in your Sunday finest and immerse yourself in a day of art, and luxurious treats!
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Lord of the Rings Movies 1 , 2 , 3
Between Thursday 19 September 2024 and Saturday 21 September 2024
Join us to jump into the masterfully created world of J.R.R Tolkien.
Back-to-Back x3 movies! Thurs/Fri/Sat
Thursday 19 Sept: The Fellowship of the Ring
Friday 20 Sept: The Two Towers
Saturday 21 Sept: The Return of the King
Couches only. BYO snacks/drinks.
Lets get comfy and watch this cult classic.
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Corangamite Film Festival : Jurassic Park
Friday 2 August 2024
An absolute classic, Jurassic Park is a 1993 American science fiction action film directed by Steven Spielberg, produced by Kathleen Kennedy and Gerald R. Molen, and starring Sam Neill, Laura Dern, Jeff Goldblum, and Richard Attenborough.
This is the Cobden session of the week long celebration, Corangamite Film Festival thanks to Corangamite Film Society.
For this session we have reduced available tickets to allow everyone who attends to enjoy a comfy couch.
Guests are encouraged to hit up some of Cobden's takeaway food options to bring into the session.
a) Cobden's Fish n Chip Shop do a great pizza! (Find them as CBS Cooking on facebook or give them a call on 03 5595 9224
b) Cobden Golf Club do a great takeaway burger. Find them as Bistro on Neylon on facebook or give them a call on 0482 632 586
c) put together your own cheese platter from our local deli at IGA supermarket
d) grab a takeaway meal from Thommos Pub.
Please make sure you give the local businesses plenty of notice!
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Creative Workshop 3: Finding your Creative Voice (CANCELLED)
Wednesday 29 May 2024
Uncover your unique creative voice in our "Exploring Your Creative Voice" workshop!
Led by Chelsea Hatherall, this session offers a joyful exploration of various themes to help you find your own artistic style. Whether you're a beginner or seasoned artist, this workshop provides a supportive space to delve into your creativity and express yourself authentically.
Ages 14 and up. Reserve your spot today!
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Imagined Landscapes with Merrian Dennis
Saturday 18 May 2024
Participants will be exposed to a range of art making techniques using ink, paint and collage as we explore line, shape, texture, composition and the aesthetics of mark making from a contemporary viewpoint.
‘Imagined Landscapes’ will be the starting position as we explore, experiment and loosen up our style as we learn to develop an idea.
Participants will walk away from this workshop feeling invigorated from loosening up their style and bursting with new ideas to explore and knowing that anything is possible!
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Let's Eat Cake: high tea and life drawing experience (CANCELLED)
Sunday 5 May 2024
Join us for this unique event combining a themed life drawing experience with a high tea.
An array of savory and sweet decadence awaits you.
Indulge in a Sunday brimming with delectable delights catered by 3M Catering, while delving into the artistry of life drawing guided by the talented artist Chris Inglis.
Immerse yourself in this unique experience, accompanied by a themed model and a complimentary drink upon entry.
Join us for a day of culinary and artistic delights!
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Creative Workshop 2: Inspired by Nature
Wednesday 1 May 2024
Dive into the beauty of the natural world with our "Nature" workshop!
Led by Chelsea Hatherall, this mixed-medium exploration invites you to embrace the organic shapes, lines, and textures found in nature.
Through playful experimentation, discover new ways to express yourself artistically while connecting with the world around you.
Open to all skill levels, ages 14 and up. Secure your spot today!
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Jewelry making with Alice
Saturday 27 April 2024
Join Alice at Alderwood Manor to create beautiful beaded jewellery. Participants will make a pair of beaded earrings and a bracelet along side learning design and technical skills in jewellery making. Come along for a relaxing and enjoyable crafting session. All materials provided.
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Creative Workshop 1: "Recovering Your Creativity"
Tuesday 23 April 2024
Rediscover your creative spark in our "Recovering Your Creativity" workshop!
Whether life's busyness got in the way or you're simply seeking inspiration, join us for a rejuvenating session designed to reignite your artistic passion.
Led by artist Chelsea Hatherall, this workshop offers a supportive environment where you can learn new techniques, connect with like-minded individuals, and rekindle your love for creative expression.
All skill levels are welcome.
Day and Night sessions available.
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Live Music: Trudy Fatnowna Edgeley
Friday 19 April 2024
Join us for some live music at Aldewood Manor!
Artist, Trudy Fatnowna Edgeley’s rich ancestry is Yidinji. Trudy’s unique lineage and love for country gives her a deep cultural platform to share stories through art, music, and theatre.
As a musician, Trudy performs professionally with her musician husband Phil Edgeley. For the past twenty years they have toured throughout Australia, Europe, UK and the USA. In her own music, Trudy blends soul, gospel, work-song and tribal rhythms to share the stories of her people.
Supporting Trudy will be Noah.
Noah Sycopoulis is a guitarist and singer born in Warrnambool whom incorporates his love of jazz, classical, and folk music into a solo performance designed to sooth and dazzle audiences. Whether on the topic of birds, colonisation, or shearing, his songs and guitar compositions are always loaded with intricate melodies and rhythms, frequently referencing his heritage from Cyprus.
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Garden Maiden: Social Painting
Saturday 13 April 2024
Join artist Stacey Williams in this social painting session.
All materials provided.
Beginners welcome!
BYO snacks/drinks.
This session has been designed for Fun! Its all about an excuse to gather your mates and try something new. Come with an open mind!
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Textured Art (CANCELLED)
Saturday 6 April 2024
Learn to play with texture on a canvas!
We will be learning to use clay tools with texture medium on canvases in this session.
Led by Geelong based artist Stacey Williams.
Open to all skill levels, all materials provided.
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Live Music Jam Session
Friday 5 April 2024
This is all about encouraging local musicians to get together and collaborate, test new material in a safe space, or simply to join in on the fun!
This is a FREE event.
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Bell making with Rusty Spanner Studio
Saturday 23 March 2024
Join us for a unique bell making workshop! Get creative with preloved items and craft your own beautiful bell. No experience necessary—all materials provided. Come learn and have fun in a welcoming environment!
About the maker:
There is enough ‘stuff’ in the world… It’s time to reuse as much as we can!
Hi, I’m Chelsea, aka Rusty Spanner Studio! My business is named after my strong feelings about using second hand wherever possible. Almost all my tools are pre loved… They are old, well made and designed to last. If they have made it through one or two owners already, they’ll do the job for me! I’m all about using unwanted materials and items that are perceived as rubbish and turning them into something beautiful. All of my handcrafted, rustic garden art pieces are one off creations available in my little shop, in the picturesque township of Terang, Vic.
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Live Music: Flynn Gurry & Cooper Lower (CANCELLED)
Friday 22 March 2024
Join us in the picturesque setting of Alderwood Manor, for the soulful sounds of Flynn Gurry & Cooper Lower.
About the artists:
Hailing from the small coastal city of Warrnambool, along the shores of Australia’s Great Ocean Road, Flynn Gurry is starting to make some big waves.
Having spent the summer of 2023 in Europe playing across Germany, The Netherlands and Sweden, Flynn is back performing across Australia, opening for the iconic Ian Moss of Cold Chisel and touring with high energy folk duo Pierce Brothers.
Australian folk troubadour Cooper Lower is quickly garnering a reputation as one of Australia’s most captivating young songwriters. His poignant lyrics and soaring melodies have captured the hearts of thousands throughout North America, Europe and Australia, propelling him on a journey from the
streets of London into renowned international venues and major festival stages.
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Jungle Plant: Social Painting (CANCELLED)
Saturday 16 March 2024
Join artist Stacey Williams in this social painting session.
All materials provided.
Beginners welcome!
BYO snacks/drinks.
This session has been designed for Fun! Its all about an excuse to gather your mates and try something new. Come with an open mind!
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Silent Book Club
Between Saturday 10 February 2024 and Saturday 16 March 2024
Love books?
Silent Book Club provides a serene space for fellow readers to come together, connect, and share the joy of reading in peaceful companionship.
Lets be clear. Its not about analytically contextualising a good book.
Its simply about coming into a space and finding a comfy chair, bringing your fave book and having a read. Its about knowing your among fellow book lovers. You're not alone!
FREE
🤝 Silent Bonds, Lasting Friendships:
Experience the unique camaraderie that comes from shared silences. Connect with like-minded individuals who appreciate the art of a quiet read. Build lasting friendships through the unspoken language of books and the shared appreciation for the written word.
🌟 How It Works:
Simply bring your favorite book, find a cozy spot, and lose yourself in the world of literature. No assigned readings, no mandatory discussions – just the pleasure of silent reading in the company of fellow book enthusiasts.
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Live Music Jam Session
Friday 1 March 2024
This is all about encouraging local musicians to get together and collaborate, test new material in a safe space, or simply to join in on the fun!
This is a FREE event.
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Coastal: Social Painting
Saturday 24 February 2024
Join artist Stacey Williams in this social painting session.
All materials provided.
Beginners welcome!
BYO snacks/drinks.
This session has been designed for Fun! Its all about an excuse to gather your mates and try something new. Come with an open mind!
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Still Life in Ink with Merrian Dennis
Saturday 17 February 2024
Embark on a creative journey with acclaimed artist Merrian Dennis as she unveils the enchanting world of flowers through the expressive medium of ink. Join us for a one-of-a-kind workshop that explores the diverse and captivating nature of blooms, brought to life by Dennis' bold and distinctive artistic style.
🎨 About Merrian Dennis:
Renowned for her bold strokes and expressive artistry, Merrian Dennis is a trailblazer in the world of ink painting. Her work is a celebration of the vivid beauty found in the intricacies of flowers, capturing their essence with every stroke of the brush. Shortlisted for the prestigious Still Life Art Prize in both 2021 and 2022, Dennis' art speaks volumes about her mastery and unique approach to floral compositions.
🌷 What to Expect:
In this immersive workshop, Merrian Dennis will guide participants through the techniques and secrets behind her awe-inspiring floral ink creations. Discover the interplay of light and shadow, the dance of colors, and the
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Live Music Jam Session
Friday 9 February 2024
This is all about encouraging local musicians to get together and collaborate, test new material in a safe space, or simply to join in on the fun!
This is a FREE event.
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Silent Book Club
Saturday 3 February 2024
Love books?
Silent Book Club provides a serene space for fellow readers to come together, connect, and share the joy of reading in peaceful companionship.
Lets be clear. Its not about analytically contextualising a good book.
Its simply about coming into a space and finding a comfy chair, bringing your fave book and having a read. Its about knowing your among fellow book lovers. You're not alone!
FREE
🤝 Silent Bonds, Lasting Friendships:
Experience the unique camaraderie that comes from shared silences. Connect with like-minded individuals who appreciate the art of a quiet read. Build lasting friendships through the unspoken language of books and the shared appreciation for the written word.
🌟 How It Works:
Simply bring your favorite book, find a cozy spot, and lose yourself in the world of literature. No assigned readings, no mandatory discussions – just the pleasure of silent reading in the company of fellow book enthusiasts.
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Live Jam Session
Friday 2 February 2024
Play an instrument? Love to sing?
Want to test out some new material in a supportive, safe environment?
This communal jam session is calling all local musicians to BYO musical instrument (your voice counts).
FREE
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Funky Chicken: Social Painting
Saturday 27 January 2024
Join artist Stacey Williams in this social painting session.
All materials provided.
Beginners welcome!
BYO snacks/drinks.
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Creative Skills: Starting a Visual Journal
Saturday 20 January 2024
Want to give creativity more of a look in 2024 but don't know where to start?
Starting a visual journal is a great step into prioritising your creativity.
From sketching, collage, inspiration prompts to deep diving into themes this creative staple helps to keep track of your creative thoughts so you can refer back to ideas as time inevitably goes by.
Join artist, Chelsea Hatherall, in this practical step-by-step guide to introducing journaling to your creative routine.
All materials provided.
A basic journal will be provided in the ticket price, but you are welcomed to bring along something special to you along with any inspiration art, sketches, images, pens or special tools you like to use.
Non-alcoholic beverages such as hot-chocs or cold drinks can be purchased along with cake at the venue. You are also welcomed to bring snacks if you like.
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Live Music: Grim + Al
Friday 19 January 2024
Join us to celebrate in a live music performance by Grim Fawkner and special guest Alister Turrill.
Ticket price includes a pizza (sorry no gluten free option).
About Grim:
Nods to his skills as a songwriter and a performer include being voted “Melbourne’s Best Busker” by The Herald Sun and popular vote, an endorsement by Cole Clark guitars, a Byron Bay Bluesfest performance, opening slots for Marcus King Band, The Waifs & The Badloves, a national tour support for Kasey Chambers Campfire Tour and opening for “Once” the musical with his own numbers. He has toured extensively across the UK, NZ & the Netherlands.
About Alister:
‘Complete truth: Alister Turrill is the future of Australian Blues’ – Beat Magazine.
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Mindful Watercolours
Saturday 13 January 2024
Join artist, Chelsea Hatherall, in this watercolour workshop based on simple techniques to get into a creative flow state and learn to "play".
All materials provided.
All skill levels welcomed.
A selection of non-alcoholic drinks (cold/hot) and cake will be available for purchase at the venue during the session.
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Live Jam Session
Friday 12 January 2024
Play an instrument? Love to sing?
Want to test out some new material in a supportive, safe environment?
This communal jam session is calling all local musicians to BYO musical instrument (your voice counts).
FREE
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Create a Vision Board
Saturday 6 January 2024
Vision Board Making Workshop
Come and get inspired for the new year!
Join artist, Chelsea Hatherall, and learn how to craft a vision board to take home and inspire you for 2024.
We'll be using a mixture of collage, paints, pens and more, so bring along anything you'd like to include in your personal vision board!
(Non-alcoholic) drinks and cakes will be available to purchase on the night!
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Live Jam Session
Friday 5 January 2024
Play an instrument? Love to sing?
Want to test out some new material in a supportive, safe environment?
This communal jam session is calling all local musicians to BYO musical instrument (your voice counts).
FREE
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Glow Paint Party FUNDRAISER (CANCELLED)
Saturday 16 December 2023
Join visual artist Stacey Williams in this social painting session - WITH GLOW PAINT!
Facilitated by Stacey Williams.
All materials provided.
A GRAZING BOX PER PERSON IS INCLUDED IN THE PRICE by Ikonic Events.
There will also be a door prize or two.
Also, join us for a little boogie after the painting session.
Alderwood Manor is now officially a not-for-profit and this event will help us to kick start the creative programming for 2024.
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Intro to painting with mixed media
Saturday 9 December 2023
Cant decide between watercolour or acrylic? How about a mix of both!
Join visual artist, Chelsea Hatherall, in this fun and experimental workshop working with multiple mediums on watercolour papers.
All materials provided. Grazing boxes, coffee, tea, hot chocs etc can be purchased from the venue during the workshop.
If youre wanting to experiment more, or have never used either watercolour or acrylics before, or simply just want the excuse to create in a safe space - this workshop is for you.
suitable for adults, and supervised teens.
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Starting a Visual Journal
Thursday 7 December 2023
Led by visual artist Chelsea Hatherall, participants will learn the tips and tricks on starting the practice of journaling with a visual twist!
From writing, watercolour pencils, acrylic, sketching and planning out ideas. This workshop is for any creative thinker who would like to start being more creative.
All materials provided, however if you have an arts journal you would like to bring along you are welcome.
Grazing boxes, coffees/hot choc etc can be purchased at the venue during the workshop.
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Paint + Sip: GOLD EDITION
Saturday 25 November 2023
Grab your tribe, this is a social painting session!
BYO drink/snack and your favourite people and settle into this fun workshop facilitated by artist Stacey Williams.
All materials provided. Beginners / any skill levels welcomed!
Phoenix Project
Paint + Sip: Butterfly
Saturday 28 October 2023
Grab your tribe, this is a social painting session!
BYO drink/snack and your favourite people and settle into this fun workshop facilitated by artist Stacey Williams.
All materials provided. Beginners / any skill levels welcomed!
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Paint + Sip: Koala
Saturday 23 September 2023
Grab your tribe, this is a social painting session!
BYO drink/snack and your favourite people and settle into this fun workshop facilitated by artist Stacey Williams.
All materials provided. Beginners / any skill levels welcomed!
Phoenix Project
Music at the Manor
Friday 25 August 2023
Join us for this chilled musical evening
HEADLINER: Maddie Jackway
SUPPORT ACT: Vanessa Parkinson
Ticket price includes a grazing box (your choice of sweet or savory)
Friday August 25, 6pm start.
Heaters will be on. We will have a few throw rugs available for those who need them, but feel free to bring your own. We want you all comfy to enjoy the event.
BYO other snacks/drinks. You're welcome to bring in a takeaway meal from one of Cobden's local eateries.
If you have any food allergies its best reach out via email if you have any specific dietary requirements.
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Paint + Sip: Gumtree (CANCELLED)
Saturday 12 August 2023
Grab your tribe, this is a social painting session!
BYO drink/snack and your favourite people and settle into this fun workshop facilitated by artist Stacey Williams.
All materials provided. Beginners / any skill levels welcomed!
Phoenix Project
Corangamite Film Festival: Cobden (CANCELLED)
Friday 4 August 2023
Join us for movie The Convenant (A Guy Ritchie film) at the Alderwood Manor.
Watch the trailer here https://youtu.be/02PPMPArNEQ
Stars: Jake Gyllenhaal , Dar Salim, Sean Sagar
Synopsis: During the war in Afghanistan, a local interpreter risks his own life to carry an injured sergeant across miles of grueling terrain.
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Paint + Sip: Owl
Saturday 29 July 2023
Grab your tribe, this is a social painting session!
BYO drink/snack and your favourite people and settle into this fun workshop facilitated by artist Stacey Williams.
All materials provided. Beginners / any skill levels welcomed!
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Paint + Sip: Still Life
Saturday 24 June 2023
Grab your tribe, this is a social painting session!
BYO drink/snack and your favourite people and settle into this fun workshop facilitated by artist Stacey Williams.
All materials provided. Beginners / any skill levels welcomed!
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Paint + Sip: Coastal
Saturday 27 May 2023
Grab your tribe, this is a social painting session!
BYO drink/snack and your favourite people and settle into this fun workshop facilitated by artist Stacey Williams.
All materials provided. Beginners / any skill levels welcomed!
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Music at the Manor
Friday 26 May 2023
Join us for this chilled musical evening
HEADLINER: Harry Hook is Real
SUPPORT ACT: Luke Bourchier
Ticket price includes wood fired pizza bar
Friday May 26, 6pm start.
Heaters will be on, and we will have a few throw rugs are available for those who need them, but feel free to bring your own. We want you all comfy to enjoy the event.
BYO other snacks/drinks to really get that countryside/camp vibe going.
Gluten free available on request (but best reach out via email if you have any specific dietary allergies)
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Paint + Sip: Cow #2
Saturday 29 April 2023
Grab your tribe, this is a social painting session!
BYO drink/snack and your favourite people and settle into this fun workshop facilitated by artist Stacey Williams.
All materials provided. Beginners / any skill levels welcomed!
Phoenix Project
Paint + Sip: Whale (CANCELLED)
Saturday 25 March 2023
Grab your tribe, this is a social painting session!
BYO drink/snack and your favourite people and settle into this fun workshop facilitated by artist Stacey Williams.
All materials provided. Beginners / any skill levels welcomed!
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Overcoming Perfectionism & Procrastination
Thursday 23 March 2023
A creative workshop, crafted for the Cobden Business Network.
Work on overcoming perfectionism and procrastination and move from critical thinking patterns to a mindset of opportunity and creative thinking.
The workshop will run over 3 hours working with inks and watercolours, finishing with line work.
There is no need to have any artistic skills whatsoever! As the focus is on the process, not the art.
Thursday 23rd March
6pm - 9pm
$10 per person
includes finger food
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Paint + Sip: Blue Wren
Saturday 25 February 2023
Grab your tribe, this is a social painting session!
BYO drink/snack and your favourite people and settle into this fun workshop facilitated by artist Stacey Williams.
All materials provided. Beginners / any skill levels welcomed!
Phoenix Project
Paint + Sip: Paint Your Pet
Saturday 26 November 2022
Grab your tribe, this is a social painting session!
BYO drink/snack and your favourite people and settle into this fun workshop facilitated by artist Stacey Williams.
All materials provided. Beginners / any skill levels welcomed!
Please bring along a photo of your pet for this session.
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Paint + Sip: Kookaburra
Friday 25 November 2022
Grab your tribe, this is a social painting session!
BYO drink/snack and your favourite people and settle into this fun workshop facilitated by artist Stacey Williams.
All materials provided. Beginners / any skill levels welcomed!
Phoenix Project
Life Drawing with Chris Inglis
Thursday 10 November 2022
Learn to draw the human form with South West Victorian artist Chris Inglis.
Beginners welcome. All materials provided.
A focus on learning to draw perspective, and form.
Feel free to bring a snack or a drink if it will help you relax. The urn will be on for a cup of tea.
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Watercolour Workshop
Saturday 5 November 2022
Join us in exploring landscapes, machinery and architecture in this tutored workshop in watercolours.
Tutored by artist Chris Inglis.
All materials provided.
Beginners welcome.
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Paint + Sip: Colourful Cow (back by popular demand)
Saturday 29 October 2022
Grab your tribe, this is a social painting session!
BYO drink/snack and your favourite people and settle into this fun workshop facilitated by artist Stacey Williams.
All materials provided. Beginners / any skill levels welcomed!
Phoenix Project
Paint + Cuppa : Horse (CANCELLED)
Saturday 29 October 2022
Grab your tribe, this is a social painting session!
Tea and coffee available on site. BYO morning tea and your favourite people and settle into this fun DAYTIME workshop facilitated by artist Stacey Williams.
All materials provided. Beginners / any skill levels welcomed!
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Paint + Sip: Jungle Elephant
Friday 28 October 2022
Grab your tribe, this is a social painting session!
BYO drink/snack and your favourite people and settle into this fun workshop facilitated by artist Stacey Williams.
All materials provided. Beginners / any skill levels welcomed!
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ELVIS
Saturday 15 October 2022
Food, movie and music. What a delicious combination.
The Film: Elvis
Pictures and visionary, Oscar-nominated filmmaker Baz Luhrmann that explores the life and music of Elvis Presley, starring Austin Butler and Oscar winner Tom Hanks.
Movie Trailer: https://youtu.be/Gp2BNHwbwvI
The Music:
After the film stick with us as we push the chairs back and enjoy some Elvis songs LIVE!
Musicians led by Peter Daffy.
The Food:
Food (included in your ticket) is being made by 3M catering. Chicken or Beef burger and fries or loaded wedges. Gluten free or vegan option is available, but please tick the box when purchasing your ticket so we can inform the caters.
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Life Drawing with Chris Inglis
Thursday 13 October 2022
Learn to draw the human form with South West Victorian artist Chris Inglis.
Beginners welcome. All materials provided.
A focus on learning to draw perspective, and form.
Feel free to bring a snack or a drink if it will help you relax. The urn will be on for a cup of tea.
Phoenix Project / Alderwood Manor
Paint + Sip: Protea Flower
Saturday 10 September 2022
Grab your tribe, this is a social painting session!
BYO drink/snack and your favourite people and settle into this fun workshop facilitated by artist Stacey Williams.
All materials provided. Beginners / any skill levels welcomed!
Phoenix Project
Life Drawing with Chris Inglis
Thursday 8 September 2022
Learn to draw the human form with South West Victorian artist Chris Inglis.
Beginners welcome. All materials provided.
A focus on learning to draw perspective, and form.
Feel free to bring a snack or a drink if it will help you relax. The urn will be on for a cup of tea.
Phoenix Project / Alderwood Manor
Paint n Sip August, Starry Night
Saturday 27 August 2022
Join us for this social painting session with Geelong artist Stacey Williams
August's theme is : Van Gogh 'Starry Night'
Bring your favourite beverage and snacks and settle in next to your besties (seriously, this workshop is best enjoyed with friends - as its equal parts creative as social!)
All materials provided. Leave with your own painted canvas.
5 - 8pm, $55
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Life Drawing with Chris Inglis
Between Thursday 16 June 2022 and Thursday 18 August 2022
Learn to draw the human form with South West Victorian artist Chris Inglis.
Beginners welcome. All materials provided.
A focus on learning to draw perspective.
Phoenix Project / Alderwood Manor
Phoenix Project Film: August : Forrest Gump
Friday 5 August 2022
We have partnered with Corangamite Film Society and St Kilda Film Festival to bring you this film, in what was the old cinema of Cobden.
The date: Friday 5 August
The movie: Forrest Gump
Synopsis : The presidencies of Kennedy and Johnson, the Vietnam War, the Watergate scandal and other historical events unfold from the perspective of an Alabama man with an IQ of 75, whose only desire is to be reunited with his childhood sweetheart.
Director: Robert Zemeckis
Starring: Tom Hanks
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Paint n Sip July, Monet
Saturday 30 July 2022
Join us for this social painting session with Geelong artist Stacey Williams
July's theme is : Monet 'The Japanese Bridge'
Bring your favourite beverage and snacks and settle in next to your besties (seriously, this workshop is best enjoyed with friends - as its equal parts creative as social!)
All materials provided. Leave with your own painted canvas.
5 - 8pm, $55
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Phoenix Project Films: July, The Help
Friday 15 July 2022
We have partnered with Corangamite Film Society to bring you this film, in what was the old cinema of Cobden.
The date: Friday 15 July
The movie: The Help
Synopsis : An aspiring author during the civil rights movement of the 1960s decides to write a book detailing the African American maids' point of view on the white families for which they work, and the hardships they go through on a daily basis.
Director: Tate Taylor
Starring: Emma Stone, Viola Davis
Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?
Phoenix Project / Alderwood Manor
Paint n Sip June, Colourful Cow
Saturday 25 June 2022
Join us for a creative social session facilitated by Geelong artist Stacey Williams.
June's theme is : Colourful Cow
Bring your favourite beverage and snacks and settle in next to your besties (seriously, this workshop is best enjoyed with friends - as its equal parts creative as social!)
All materials provided. Leave with your own painted canvas.
5 - 8pm, $55
Phoenix Project / Alderwood Manor
Paint n Sip June, Colourful Cow
Friday 24 June 2022
Join us for a creative social session facilitated by Geelong artist Stacey Williams.
June's theme is : Colourful Cow
Bring your favourite beverage and snacks and settle in next to your besties (seriously, this workshop is best enjoyed with friends - as its equal parts creative as social!)
All materials provided. Leave with your own painted canvas.
6 - 9pm, $55
Phoenix Project / Alderwood Manor
Phoenix Project Film Night: June, The Martain
Friday 17 June 2022
We have partnered with Corangamite Film Society to bring you this film, in what was the old cinema of Cobden.
The date: Friday 17 June
The movie: The Martain
Synopsis : An astronaut becomes stranded on Mars after his team assume him dead, and must rely on his ingenuity to find a way to signal to Earth that he is alive and can survive until a potential rescue.
Director: Ridley Scott
Starring: Matt Damon
Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O1Ddjowa1IQ
Phoenix Project / Alderwood Manor
Paint and Sip Class
Between Saturday 26 March 2022 and Saturday 28 May 2022
An evening of social painting. One Session available each month, over March - June.
Facilitated by Geelong artist Stacey Williams.
$55 - All materials provided (easels, paints, canvas)
BYO your preferred drink
March 26, 5 - 8pm
Paint a portrait of the artist icon Frida Kahlo's vogue cover.
April 30, 5 - 8pm
Paint your version of the iconic sunflowers by Van Gogh.
May 28, 5 - 8pm
Have some fun and paint your own colourful cockatoo.
Phoenix Project / Alderwood Manor
PHOENIX (A Dining Room Tale with Wang Zheng-Ting)
Friday 27 May 2022
Join us for a very special evening of food, music and storytelling.
Originally from Shanghai, Wang Zheng-Ting is a master of the traditional Chinese instrument, the Sheng. Thought to be the inspiration for the western the piano accordion, this 'Chinese mouth organ' is a true musical phoenix. Join Ting for an evening of storytelling, magical music, and delicious food from Shanghai to Sichuan. A very personal look at three decades building a new life of music in Australia.
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Life Drawing
Between Thursday 24 March 2022 and Thursday 19 May 2022
Life Drawing with South West Victorian artist Chris Inglis
Learn to draw the human form.
All materials provided.
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Mystery Film Night (CANCELLED)
Saturday 7 May 2022
Join us for a themed event based around a film that wont be revealed until you attend on the night.
This event is BYO.
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Live Music with Joe Gardner and Maddie Jackway
Friday 22 April 2022
Join us for an intimate showing of Koroit musician Joe Gardner perform songs from his new solo album, Dreams of Walden.
A set of songs about seclusion, loss and time, performed raw.
Supported by Geelong based singer-songwriter Maddie Jackway.
$25 entry fee, BYO event.
Phoenix Project / Alderwood Manor
The Dry, Film
Friday 25 March 2022
The Dry is a 2020 Australian mystery drama thriller film directed by Robert Connolly, from a screenplay by Connolly and Harry Cripps, and starring Eric Bana, Genevieve O'Reilly, Keir O'Donnell and John Polson.
The film is based on the 2016 book of the same name by Jane Harper.
This film is BYO (even bring your blankets, cushions or your own cheese board if you like!)
With brand new Christie Projection to accompany the 5.1 Alderwood Surround sound.
Phoenix Project / Alderwood Manor
Life Drawing with Chris Inglis: DEC
Friday 3 December 2021
Learn perspective, line, form, shape and shade in this Friday evening life drawing workshop.
Led by accomplished local artist Chris Inglis, all skill levels are welcomed.
All materials provided.
Phoenix Project / Alderwood Manor
Life Drawing with Chris Inglis: NOV
Friday 19 November 2021
Learn perspective, line, form, shape and shade in this Friday evening life drawing workshop.
Led by accomplished local artist Chris Inglis, all skill levels are welcomed.
All materials provided.
Phoenix Project / Alderwood Manor
Life Drawing with Chris Inglis: OCT
Friday 29 October 2021
Learn perspective, line, form, shape and shade in this Friday evening life drawing workshop.
Led by accomplished local artist Chris Inglis, all skill levels are welcomed.
All materials provided.
Phoenix Project / Alderwood Manor
Life Drawing with Chris Inglis: AUG
Friday 27 August 2021
Learn perspective, line, form, shape and shade in this Friday evening life drawing workshop.
Led by accomplished local artist Chris Inglis, all skill levels are welcomed.
All materials provided.
Phoenix Project / Alderwood Manor
Phoenix Film Night: The Dry
Friday 6 August 2021
Join us for the film THE DRY as part of the Corangamite Film Festival (in partnership with Corangamite Film Society)
(MA15+) 2020 Crime/Drama 1hr 57min
Synopsis
When Federal Agent Aaron Falk returns to his home town after an absence of over twenty years to attend the funeral of his childhood friend, Luke, who allegedly killed his wife and child before taking his own life – a victim of the madness that has ravaged this community after more than a decade of drought.
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The Demo Tapes Regional Tour
Friday 2 July 2021
The beginning of 2021 saw Flynn working with aria-award winning producer Jan Skubiszewski recording his debut studio E.P and whilst the finished product is set to be released later this year, Flynn is embarking on his first ever headline tour around regional Victoria off the back of opening up for the likes of Ash Grunwald, Kim Churchill, Shaun Kirk.
Flynn will be bringing a bunch of new songs and old as well as sharing the stories that go with it.
Opening the show will be Grace Moloney.
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Intermediate botanical watercolours
Saturday 26 June 2021
Build confidence painting botanicals with Natalie Martin in this watercolour workshop. Best suited to students with a little experience in watercolour, there will be a focus on looseness, play and experimentation. Working from photos as well as life (as well as discussing the difference between the two!) our outcome will be beautiful big contemporary watercolour blossoms and new techniques and skills to take home and practice with.
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Life Drawing, JUNE
Friday 25 June 2021
Round three of life drawing, tutored by artist Chris Inglis.
Learn to coordinate your hand-eye coordination and improve your drawing skills in a safe environment.
Materials provided.
All abilities welcome.
Alderwood Manor
Film - The Dry
Sunday 6 June 2021
A friday night screening of The Dry.
7pm screening at Cobden Civic Hall, $5 entry (Casual Membership Pass) thanks to project partner Corangamite Film Society, Corangamite Shire and Cobden Rotary Club.
A candy bar will be at the event, run by Cobden Rotary.
Cobden Civic Hall
Life Drawing, MAY
Friday 28 May 2021
Learn to draw a human figure with local artist, Chris Inglis.
Materials provided.
56 Curdie Street
Film - The Lego Movie 2
Friday 14 May 2021
Screening of The Lego Movie 2 on Fri May 14, 7pm. $5 Casual Membership pass.
Event partners include Corangamite Film Society, Corangamite Shire, and Cobden Rotary Club.
Screened at Cobden Civic Centre.
A family friendly event. Snacks and drinks can be purchased from a candy bar at the event (run by Rotary).
Cobden Civic Hall
Film - Casablanca
Friday 14 May 2021
An afternoon screening of Casablanca in partnership with Corangamite Film Society and Cobden Rotary Club.
Casablanca, casual membership pass $5. Movie screening 1.30pm Friday May 14
Thanks to funding by Corangamite Shire - CASI funding from DFFH.
Movie snacks/drinks available for purchase from Rotary Club.
Cobden Civic Centre Hall
Life Drawing
Friday 30 April 2021
Practice your hand-eye coordination through sketching the human form.
Alderwood Manor
Songs and Poetry
Friday 16 April 2021
Join us for the Launch of the Phoenix Project 2021.
Soulful songs by Cooper Lower and Kat Taylor, and readings by lowercase poetry.
Alderwood Manor
