Eyeing The Weekend – September 13, 2018

FRIDAY 14/9

Omega Ensemble in Geelong

Founded in 2005, Omega Ensemble is one of Australia’s finest and most lauded chamber groups. With a dedication to engaging the finest Australian musicians, as well as international guest artists. Lee Abrahmsen graduated from Melbourne University with an honours degree in Music, then pursued a period of voice study and performance opportunities in Europe with Antonio Moretti-Pananti (Florence), Daniel Ferro Vocal Program and Festival (Tuscany) and the Bel Canto Festival (Holland). The show is on at Sacred Heart College Geelong with tickets available at gpac.org.au.

SATURDAY 15/9

Sunshine at the Farmers Market

Enjoy the sunshine in spring and head down to the Bellarine Community Farmers’ Market from 9am until 1pm. Local farmers, growers, producers, community groups and passionate foodies provide fresh food, produce and plants direct to the public in one convenient location. Several key initiatives include the Shared Community Stall whereby small scale producers bunk in together on one volunteer-run stall. Running every third Saturday of the month, the market is at the Ocean Grove Park located on the corner of Draper Street and Presidents Avenue.

SUNDAY 16/9

Growlers on Sundays

Torquay favourite Growlers is open on Sunday. If you’re looking for a delicious post party breakfast, Growlers caters for late risers dishing up until 3pm. From homemade granola, hotcakes to Growlers salmon eggs on toast or the big brekky there’s something for everyone. Located on the famous strip of The Esplanade, Growlers boasts a beautiful red gum bar and a sandy beach in the beer garden courtyard, fantastic for the kids to play in with a play area and chalkboard. For their full menu go to growlers.com.au.