December 18-24
Best of Brunswick
A weekly guide to what’s on and things to do in Postcode 3056 and surrounds. Compiled by Poppy Searle
CAROLS
What: Singing on the Steps
When: 11-11.45am, Sunday, December 22
Where: Brunswick Uniting Church, 212 Sydney Road
Members of the Brunswick Uniting Church congregation will sing a series of Christmas carols on the steps of the church’s Tower Room after worship on Sunday. They will sing their way through a “little red book” of carols for the entertainment of Christmas shoppers on nearby Sydney Road.
GIFT DRIVE
What: Gift collection drive and wrapping station
When: until December 23
Where: Barkly Square Shopping Centre, 90-106 Sydney Road, Brunswick
In partnership with The Salvation Army Brunswick, Barkly Square is collecting gifts for local families in need. Donate new toys, gift cards, books, sporting equipment, arts and crafts and non-perishable food items near JB HiFi. Do not wrap your gifts and they are unable to accept used or second hand gifts. You can also have your gifts wrapped for a small donation to the Salvos at the wrapping station near Woolworths. Santa and Rudolph will be visiting Barkly Square between 11am and 2pm this Saturday and Sunday.
GIG
What: Lowie Live presents The Pirate Christmas Musical
When: 9pm, Saturday, December 21
Where: The Lomond Hotel, 225 Nicholson Street, Brunswick East
Cost: $20
The Pirate Christmas Musical is back for another year at The Lomond Hotel, featuring both old and new pirate-themed songs, characters, and guest performers. Attendees can compete for treasure (prizes) for best dressed, enjoy surprise activities, and revel in the evening’s unique blend of sea shanties, Christmas tunes, and plenty of rum. After the show, there will be DJs to keep the party going until late.
MUSIC
What: Aurus
When: 7.30pm, Sunday, December 22
Where: Jazzlab, 27 Leslie Street, Brunswick
Cost: $40/concession $35
Aurus brings the unique sounds of Réunion, a tiny French-speaking island in the Indian Ocean, to Brunswick’s Jazzlab for one pre-Christmas show. Performed in English and Creole, this three piece band fronted by singer Bastien Picot combines sounds from the Bronx to tribal Africa and British pop, fused with the traditional maloya music of Réunion. They are supported on the night by Afro-Funk powerhouse Cool Out Sun.
DANCE
What: Tango Thursdays – TAKES2
When: 6-8.30pm, Thursday, December 19
Where: TAKES2 Dance Studio, 3 Merrifield Street, Brunswick
Cost: $25
Novices and advanced dancers alike can hone their tango dancing skills at these weekly classes in Brunswick. Dance studio TAKE2 will cover fundamental steps, posture, and partner connection, with a focus on technique, musicality, and building confidence. No dancing shoes required, just wear comfortable clothes and non-gripping shoes. You don’t need a dancing partner – anyone can join, even solo dancers. After the lesson, enjoy a mingle session for socialising and practicing your new skills.
We are keen to promote genuine community events and happenings, big and small, so if you have know of something coming up, or of a venue that you think deserves to be promoted to a wider audience, submit the details here no later than COB on Monday.
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