True die-hard lovers of poetry and folk music came out in droves to hear the lively tunes of Chloe and Jason Roweth on Sunday 18 from 1pm at Rosebank Guesthouse and Gallery.
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Known to many in Millthorpe and across the district for their entertaining tales and songs, the Roweth team presented many renditions of their popular folk and bush music to over 60 people under the idyllic setting in Rosebank Guesthouse gardens.
Team organisers of the event Jenny and Richard Beach from Rosebank, Gerry Faulkner and Pattie McKenna spent many weeks working towards a relaxing and entertaining afternoon for many.
Local children Claudia and Flynn Ryan also contributed with their own poems in addition to the Roweth’s talented daughter Megan who presented a couple of Henry Lawson poems.
“We were absolutely delighted with the turn out of people on the day,” commented Jenny Beach.
“We also provided a BBQ and everyone enjoyed sitting in the garden listening to the many playful tunes of the Roweths.
“It was the perfect setting to enjoy folk music as part of the Banjo Patterson Festival and we kept going until 6.30pm that night.”
Millthorpe village plans to continue holding the Banjo Patterson event each year.
Redmond Oval
A grant to replace the perimeter fencing around Redmond oval from NSW State Government under the Building Stronger Communities funding is now in place to upgrade the existing fencing into a more attractive boundary for the entire oval. Work is commencing shortly.
Over 30s Big Bash Cricket
Leader of the Millthorpe Youth (MY) Club and regular member to the Millthorpe Cricket Club, Darrin Yates, introduced to Millthorpe the new over 30s big bash cricket a very social event to a fan fare of fun.
The 30s cricket bash continues Saturday 24 February and Saturday 10 March from 4.30pm until 7.30pm.
“The turn out for the past couple of games has been tremendous and a lot of fun,” said Yates.
“I encourage anyone to turn up, first come, first served for a spot on the team, shirts and equipment provided and no previous experience is necessary.
“There is a sausage sizzle and all families and spectators are encouraged with all proceeds going towards the Millthorpe Cricket Club.”
My Club Introduces free skate clinic
The Millthorpe skating park is coming back to life with help from the Millthorpe Youth (MY) Club and Totem Skating introducing the first, free skating coaching clinic on Sunday 8 April from 9.30am until 1.30pm.
Multi-tasked organiser of the event, Darrin Yates commented that this is a great new activity for the youth of Millthorpe.
“Helmets and skateboards are provided and all they have to do is register online totemskatingboarding.com or on the day,” said Yates.
“There are many sessions set up during these times for beginners to advanced skaters.
“Please come along and enjoy a day of skating or learning how to skate.
“For the many youth around Millthorpe who would like to become involved with MY Club, we meet the first Wednesday of each month at 6.30pm in the school of arts.
“It is a great group getting together to share their thoughts and what they want to see happen for the youth around Millthorpe.”
