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SUMMARY:Stefano Rocco Quartet
DESCRIPTION:Italian-born\, Sydney-based guitarist and composer Stefano Rocco leads the Stefano Rocco Quartet\, presenting original music at the crossroads of modern jazz and cinematic atmosphere. \nInfluenced by artists such as Pat Metheny\, the quartet blends lyrical melodies\, rich harmonies\, and a strong sense of storytelling into a sound that is both soulful and contemporary. Described by Nikos Fotakis as having “a humanistic approach to jazz\, creating soothing and heartwarming soundscapes\,” the group delivers energetic and emotionally engaging live performances. \nThe quartet has released two albums (A New Night\, A New Day – 2020; Wildlife – 2025) and has performed across Australia and Europe\, including Italy\, Germany\, Belgium\, Slovenia\, and Denmark. \nStefano Rocco (guitar\, compositions); Nick Southcott (piano); Nate Griffin (drums); Winston Weng (double bass).
URL:https://www.visitarmidale.com.au/event/stefano-rocco-quartet
LOCATION:The Armidale Playhouse\, 309 Beardy Street (cnr Ohio Street)\, ARMIDALE\, NSW\, 2350\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260523T200000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260523T220000
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SUMMARY:Karaoke @ the Bowlo
DESCRIPTION:Come along for a great night of good company and foot tapping music.
URL:https://www.visitarmidale.com.au/event/karaoke-the-bowlo
LOCATION:Armidale City Bowling Club\, 92-96 Dumaresq Street\, ARMIDALE\, NSW\, 2350\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260524T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260524T170000
DTSTAMP:20260515T183833
CREATED:20260505T015614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T024353Z
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SUMMARY:Armidale Eisteddfod - New England Championships
DESCRIPTION:Timetable: Major items in red \nSunday\, 24 May\, evening (from 7.00pm): Mature Performers \nSunday\, 24 May\, afternoon (from 2.00pm): New England Championship (best of best – $1000 prize money)
URL:https://www.visitarmidale.com.au/event/armidale-eisteddfod-7
LOCATION:Auditorium (2nd floor)\, Armidale Teachers’ College\, Cnr Mossman and Faulkner Streets\, ARMIDALE\, NSW\, 2350\, Australia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Armidale Eisteddfod":MAILTO:armidaleeisteddfodpresident@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260525T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260525T210000
DTSTAMP:20260515T183833
CREATED:20260505T020118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T020118Z
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SUMMARY:
DESCRIPTION:Timetable:  \nVenues: ATC (Auditorium\, 2nd Floor\, Armidale Teachers’ College\, cnr Mossman and Faulkner Streets)\, Lazenby Hall (University of New England) – Major items in red \nWednesday\, 13 May\, commencing 6.00pm: ATC and G31 – Music Composition Presentation & Workshop \nFriday\, 15 May to Saturday\, 16 May\, morning (from 9.00am)\, afternoon (from 1.30pm) and evening (from 7.00pm):  ATC – Keyboard \nSunday\, 17 May to Tuesday\, 19 May\, morning (from 9.00am)\, afternoon (from 1.30pm)\, evening (from 6.30pm): ATC – Speech and Drama \nTuesday\, 19 May\, afternoon (from 1.00pm): ATC – Speech and Drama \nWednesday\, 20 May\, morning (from 9.30pm)\, afternoon (from 1.00pm) evening (from 6.00pm): Lazenby Hall – Choirs & Choir Night \nThursday\, 21 May\, from 12.30pm; ATC – Choirs and Small Country Schools \nSunday\, 24 May\, afternoon (from 2.00pm): ATC – New England Championship (best of best – $1000 prize money) \nMonday\, 25 May-and Tuesday\, 26 May\, morning (from 9.00am)\, afternoon (from 1.30pm) and evening (from 7.00pm):  ATC – Vocal \nWednesday\, 27 May to Saturday\, 30 May\, morning (from 9.00am)\, afternoon 1.00pm) and evening (from 6.30pm): ATC – Strings \nSaturday\, 30 May\, afternoon (from 1.00pm) – Championships \nThursday\, 28 May\, afternoon (from 12.30pm): ATC – String Ensembles \nSunday\, 31 May to Monday\, 1 June\, morning (from 9.00am)\, afternoon (from 1.00pm)\, evening (from 6.30pm): ATC – Woodwind and Brass \nSunday\, 31 May\, evening (from 6.30pm) – Championships \nTuesday\, 2 June\, morning (from 9.30am) and afternoon (from 1.00pm): ATC – Popular\, Jazz and Folk Ensembles \nTuesday\, 2 June\, morning (from 9.30am) and afternoon (from 1.00pm): ATC – Class Ensembles – Years 7-12 \nTuesday\, 2 June\, evening (from 6.00pm): ATC – Band Night \nWednesday\, 3 June\, morning (from 9.30am): ATC – Primary Ensembles \nSunday\, 14 June\, afternoon (from 2.00pm): ATC – Gala Concert
URL:https://www.visitarmidale.com.au/event/32680
LOCATION:Auditorium (2nd floor)\, Armidale Teachers’ College\, Cnr Mossman and Faulkner Streets\, ARMIDALE\, NSW\, 2350\, Australia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Armidale Eisteddfod":MAILTO:armidaleeisteddfodpresident@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260525T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260526T210000
DTSTAMP:20260515T183833
CREATED:20260505T022552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T022812Z
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SUMMARY:Armidale Eisteddfod
DESCRIPTION:Morning (from 9.00am)\, afternoon (from 1.30pm) and evening (from 7.00pm):  Vocal
URL:https://www.visitarmidale.com.au/event/armidale-eisteddfod-11
LOCATION:Auditorium (2nd floor)\, Armidale Teachers’ College\, Cnr Mossman and Faulkner Streets\, ARMIDALE\, NSW\, 2350\, Australia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Armidale Eisteddfod":MAILTO:armidaleeisteddfodpresident@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260527T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260530T210000
DTSTAMP:20260515T183833
CREATED:20260505T020332Z
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SUMMARY:Armidale Eisteddfod
DESCRIPTION:Timetable:  \nVenues: ATC (Auditorium\, 2nd Floor\, Armidale Teachers’ College\, cnr Mossman and Faulkner Streets)\, Lazenby Hall (University of New England) – Major items in red \nWednesday\, 13 May\, commencing 6.00pm: ATC and G31 – Music Composition Presentation & Workshop \nFriday\, 15 May to Saturday\, 16 May\, morning (from 9.00am)\, afternoon (from 1.30pm) and evening (from 7.00pm):  ATC – Keyboard \nSunday\, 17 May to Tuesday\, 19 May\, morning (from 9.00am)\, afternoon (from 1.30pm)\, evening (from 6.30pm): ATC – Speech and Drama \nTuesday\, 19 May\, afternoon (from 1.00pm): ATC – Speech and Drama \nWednesday\, 20 May\, morning (from 9.30pm)\, afternoon (from 1.00pm) evening (from 6.00pm): Lazenby Hall – Choirs & Choir Night \nThursday\, 21 May\, from 12.30pm; ATC – Choirs and Small Country Schools \nSunday\, 24 May\, afternoon (from 2.00pm): ATC – New England Championship (best of best – $1000 prize money) \nMonday\, 25 May-and Tuesday\, 26 May\, morning (from 9.00am)\, afternoon (from 1.30pm) and evening (from 7.00pm):  ATC – Vocal \nWednesday\, 27 May to Saturday\, 30 May\, morning (from 9.00am)\, afternoon 1.00pm) and evening (from 6.30pm): ATC – Strings \nSaturday\, 30 May\, afternoon (from 1.00pm) – Championships \nThursday\, 28 May\, afternoon (from 12.30pm): ATC – String Ensembles \nSunday\, 31 May to Monday\, 1 June\, morning (from 9.00am)\, afternoon (from 1.00pm)\, evening (from 6.30pm): ATC – Woodwind and Brass \nSunday\, 31 May\, evening (from 6.30pm) – Championships \nTuesday\, 2 June\, morning (from 9.30am) and afternoon (from 1.00pm): ATC – Popular\, Jazz and Folk Ensembles \nTuesday\, 2 June\, morning (from 9.30am) and afternoon (from 1.00pm): ATC – Class Ensembles – Years 7-12 \nTuesday\, 2 June\, evening (from 6.00pm): ATC – Band Night \nWednesday\, 3 June\, morning (from 9.30am): ATC – Primary Ensembles \nSunday\, 14 June\, afternoon (from 2.00pm): ATC – Gala Concert
URL:https://www.visitarmidale.com.au/event/armidale-eisteddfod-8
LOCATION:Auditorium (2nd floor)\, Armidale Teachers’ College\, Cnr Mossman and Faulkner Streets\, ARMIDALE\, NSW\, 2350\, Australia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Armidale Eisteddfod":MAILTO:armidaleeisteddfodpresident@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260529T184500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260529T203000
DTSTAMP:20260515T183833
CREATED:20260430T060605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260502T070248Z
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SUMMARY:French Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Alliance Française of Armidale Inc. Experience the best of French cinema with a selection of films! \n29 May\, 6.45pm – Opening Night (optional drinks in the foyer included in ticket price) \n29 May\, 6.45pm; 3 June\, 10.00am; 6 June\, 10.00am; 9 June\, 6.30pm – Jean Valjean (M – mature themes and violence)\, 1hr 39 mins\, Drama) – Jean Valjean is released from prison after nineteen years of hard labor\, violence\, and suffering. Filled with anger and a deep sense of injustice\, he has become a dangerous man who trusts no one and nothing. When he arrives in a small village in Provence\, he is repeatedly turned away. Desperate\, he unknowingly finds refuge at the house of Bishop Bienvenu\, who lives simply\, with his sister and a single servant. There\, he is surprised by their warm welcome\, and his inner demons start to waver. But the temptation to be what society sees in him still haunts him\, and he steals the Bishop’s silverware. When the police ultimately catches him\, the Bishop forgives him and gifts him the candlesticks. This act becomes the starting point of Jean Valjean’ transformation into a new man who reclaims his humanity. \n********************** \n30 May\, 10.00am; 2 June\, 6.30pm; 7 June\, 6.30pm; 8 June\, 4.30pm – The Richest Woman in the World (M – mature themes\, coarse language\, nudity and sexual references)\, 2hrs 1 min\, Comedy) – An elderly billionaire woman gives hundreds of millions of euros to a younger gay artist she is close to. Her daughter files a complaint for abuse of a vulnerable person and a scandal erupts. Loosely based on Liliane Bettencourt\, the late L’Oreal heiress and her daughter. \n30 May\, 7.00pm; 2 June\, 10.00am; 3 June\, 6.30pm; 8 June\, 10.00am; 10 June\, 10.00am – The Rookie Guide (M – coarse language)\, 1hr 25 mins\, Comedy) – Yann can’t find a job he likes or can keep\, and dreams of a better life. One day he learns that the famous travel guide Le Routard pays its employees to travel the world. Surely the perfect free holiday! Smooth-talking his way through the door\, Yann manages to get himself hired for a trial research trip to Morocco\, but he rapidly comes to realise that he’s seriously underestimated the job… Beguiled by Sofia\, a feisty tourist guide\, Yann gets swept up in an art trafficking operation led by the infamous mobster art dealer Dr Charoux and is plunged into an adventure where nothing will go as planned! \n30 May\, 4.45pm; 4 June\, 12.00pm; 6 June\, 6.30pm; 7 June\, 10.00am – The French Job (M – coarse language)\, 1hr 34 mins\, Drama) – Jonathan\, an expert in luxury watches\, leads a grey and monotonous life until he meets Eric\, a charming conman and dealer in stolen goods. Fascinated by his lifestyle\, Jonathan is drawn deeper and deeper into the world of criminal transactions. The situation spirals out of control when the virtuoso thief Joe joins them. In 2010\, the trio committed one of the most daring robberies in history – they stole five masterpieces by Picasso\, Matisse and Modigliani from the Museum of Modern Art in Paris. \n31 May\, 4.30pm; 1 June\, 10.00am; 5 June\, 6.30pm; 9 June\, 10.00am – Nun in the City (PG – mild violence and coarse language)\, 1hr 26 mins\, Comedy) – Sister Lucie\, a dedicated nun\, decides to flee her convent after 20 years to find her love of youth. It is for her the beginning of an extraordinary adventure. \n31 May\, 6.00pm; 4 June\, 10.00am; 6 June\, 12.30pm; 10 June\, 6.30pm – A Dash of Love (M – mature themes\, coarse language and sexual references)\, 1hr 30 mins\, Comedy) – Mélanie\, a lawyer suffering from an incurable disease\, has decided it’s time to enjoy life! She whisks Benjamin\, her childhood friend\, off on a road trip to Spain to explore their sensuality in a brothel. Now here they are\, onboard a rundown van driven by Lucas\, a burly chauffeur freshly released from jail. Contrary to Mélanie\, Benjamin does not seem in any hurry to arrive. Indeed\, he does everything he can to prolong this improbable journey with his good friend.
URL:https://www.visitarmidale.com.au/event/french-film-festival
LOCATION:Belgrave Twin Cinema\, 145 Dumaresq Street\, ARMIDALE\, NSW\, 2350\, Australia
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.visitarmidale.com.au/content/uploads/2026/04/French-Film-Festival-2026.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260529T200000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260529T220000
DTSTAMP:20260515T183833
CREATED:20240804T075224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T070032Z
UID:10010633-1780084800-1780092000@www.visitarmidale.com.au
SUMMARY:Bliss Bomb @ the Bowlo
DESCRIPTION:Come along for a great night of good company and foot tapping music.
URL:https://www.visitarmidale.com.au/event/bliss-bomb-the-bowlo
LOCATION:Armidale City Bowling Club\, 92-96 Dumaresq Street\, ARMIDALE\, NSW\, 2350\, Australia
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.visitarmidale.com.au/content/uploads/2023/03/Bliss-Bomb.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260530T083000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260530T170000
DTSTAMP:20260515T183833
CREATED:20260503T022346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260503T022817Z
UID:10013154-1780129800-1780160400@www.visitarmidale.com.au
SUMMARY:Charity Car/Bike Cruize
DESCRIPTION:Armidale to Coffs \nAll money raised will go to Endometriosis Australia. Here we go again so let’s get our pride and joys out of the shed\, cleaned up and ready for a great day out with likeminded people. As we head into another year we all need to help those that are doing it rough so that’s why these events exist. Heading to Coffs Harbour to meet at the Jetty Foreshore for photographs etc. before having lunch. Raffle prizes and Car & Bike trophies will be awarded. So\, lets share this event everywhere because the more the merrier to help this charity.  \nAnyone can join in and it does not matter what you ride or drive\, everyone is welcome.
URL:https://www.visitarmidale.com.au/event/charity-car-bike-cruize
LOCATION:Rologas Sporting Fields\, Taylor Street\, ARMIDALE\, NSW\, 2350\, Australia
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.visitarmidale.com.au/content/uploads/2026/05/Advanced-Motoring-Club-Coffs.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Advanced Motoring Club":MAILTO:coffspetrolhead@yahoo.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260530T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260530T203000
DTSTAMP:20260515T183833
CREATED:20260430T064600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260502T070036Z
UID:10013123-1780135200-1780173000@www.visitarmidale.com.au
SUMMARY:French Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Alliance Française of Armidale Inc. Experience the best of French cinema with a selection of films! \n10.00am – The Richest Woman in the World (M – mature themes\, coarse language\, nudity and sexual references)\, 2hrs 1 min\, Comedy) – An elderly billionaire woman gives hundreds of millions of euros to a younger gay artist she is close to. Her daughter files a complaint for abuse of a vulnerable person and a scandal erupts. Loosely based on Liliane Bettencourt\, the late L’Oreal heiress and her daughter. \n4.45pm – The French Job (M – coarse language)\, 1hr 34 mins\, Drama) – Jonathan\, an expert in luxury watches\, leads a grey and monotonous life until he meets Eric\, a charming conman and dealer in stolen goods. Fascinated by his lifestyle\, Jonathan is drawn deeper and deeper into the world of criminal transactions. The situation spirals out of control when the virtuoso thief Joe joins them. In 2010\, the trio committed one of the most daring robberies in history – they stole five masterpieces by Picasso\, Matisse and Modigliani from the Museum of Modern Art in Paris. \n7.00pm – The Rookie Guide (M – coarse language)\, 1hr 25 mins\, Comedy) – Yann can’t find a job he likes or can keep\, and dreams of a better life. One day he learns that the famous travel guide Le Routard pays its employees to travel the world. Surely the perfect free holiday! Smooth-talking his way through the door\, Yann manages to get himself hired for a trial research trip to Morocco\, but he rapidly comes to realise that he’s seriously underestimated the job… Beguiled by Sofia\, a feisty tourist guide\, Yann gets swept up in an art trafficking operation led by the infamous mobster art dealer Dr Charoux and is plunged into an adventure where nothing will go as planned! \n 
URL:https://www.visitarmidale.com.au/event/french-film-festival-2
LOCATION:Belgrave Twin Cinema\, 145 Dumaresq Street\, ARMIDALE\, NSW\, 2350\, Australia
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.visitarmidale.com.au/content/uploads/2026/04/French-Film-Festival-2026.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260530T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260530T210000
DTSTAMP:20260515T183833
CREATED:20260426T061234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260426T061906Z
UID:10013104-1780162200-1780174800@www.visitarmidale.com.au
SUMMARY:Line Dancing @ Welder's Dog Brewery
DESCRIPTION:Boot Scootin’ at the Brewery! \nDust off your boots and get ready to line dance the night away! We are turning the brewery floor into a full-blown honky-tonk with guided line dancing tutorials\, cold drinks flowing and pizzas coming out non-stop. \nWhether you are a seasoned two-stepper or have two left feet\, this night is all about laughs\, good beer\, and even better moves. Tickets are limited\, so don’t muck about — grab yours and let’s dance! \nTicket includes: • Line dancing tutorials (no experience needed!); • A drink on arrival; • Continuous pizzas to keep you dancing \n 
URL:https://www.visitarmidale.com.au/event/line-dancing-welders-dog-brewery
LOCATION:Welder’s Dog Brew Bar and Entertainment Centre\, 101 Beardy Street\, ARMIDALE\, NSW\, 2350\, Australia
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.visitarmidale.com.au/content/uploads/2026/04/Boot-Scootin-WD.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Welder's Dog Brew Bar and Entertainment Centre":MAILTO:info@theweldersdog.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260531T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260601T210000
DTSTAMP:20260515T183833
CREATED:20260505T020600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T022039Z
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SUMMARY:Armidale Eisteddfod
DESCRIPTION:Major items in red \nSunday\, 31 May to Monday\, 1 June\, morning (from 9.00am)\, afternoon (from 1.00pm)\, evening (from 6.30pm): Woodwind and Brass \nSunday\, 31 May\, evening (from 6.30pm) – Championships
URL:https://www.visitarmidale.com.au/event/armidale-eisteddfod-9
LOCATION:Auditorium (2nd floor)\, Armidale Teachers’ College\, Cnr Mossman and Faulkner Streets\, ARMIDALE\, NSW\, 2350\, Australia
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.visitarmidale.com.au/content/uploads/2024/04/Eisteddfod2.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Armidale Eisteddfod":MAILTO:armidaleeisteddfodpresident@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260531T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260531T163000
DTSTAMP:20260515T183833
CREATED:20231022T010936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T042620Z
UID:10001712-1780230600-1780245000@www.visitarmidale.com.au
SUMMARY:Market Sunday Concert
DESCRIPTION:Tea and sausages available from 11.30am. \nBarney Street Band \nThe music this Market Sunday Concert features the Barney Street Band. The music of Barney Street Band and friends is all original. They are influenced by rhythms from Africa\, the Middle East and Europe\, with a touch of jazz and a bit of Celtic. Their instruments are fiddle\, ukuleles\, guitars\, djembe\, darabuka\, tongue drums and assorted bells and shakers. The band will be playing a selection of eight or nine of their sweet and melodic tunes. This is a great opportunity to hear a fascinating local group with some beguiling music.
URL:https://www.visitarmidale.com.au/event/market-sunday-concert-7
LOCATION:Armidale Uniting Church\, 114 Rusden Street\, Armidale\, NSW\, 2350\, Australia
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.visitarmidale.com.au/content/uploads/2022/08/Uniting-Church-long.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Benjamin Thorne":MAILTO:benjaminthorn@bigpond.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260531T163000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260531T193000
DTSTAMP:20260515T183833
CREATED:20260430T064816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260502T065852Z
UID:10013124-1780245000-1780255800@www.visitarmidale.com.au
SUMMARY:French Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Alliance Française of Armidale Inc. Experience the best of French cinema with a selection of films! \n4.30pm – Nun in the City (PG – mild violence and coarse language)\, 1hr 26 mins\, Comedy) – Sister Lucie\, a dedicated nun\, decides to flee her convent after 20 years to find her love of youth. It is for her the beginning of an extraordinary adventure. \n6.00pm – A Dash of Love (M – mature themes\, coarse language and sexual references)\, 1hr 30 mins\, Comedy) – Mélanie\, a lawyer suffering from an incurable disease\, has decided it’s time to enjoy life! She whisks Benjamin\, her childhood friend\, off on a road trip to Spain to explore their sensuality in a brothel. Now here they are\, onboard a rundown van driven by Lucas\, a burly chauffeur freshly released from jail. Contrary to Mélanie\, Benjamin does not seem in any hurry to arrive. Indeed\, he does everything he can to prolong this improbable journey with his good friend.
URL:https://www.visitarmidale.com.au/event/french-film-festival-3
LOCATION:Belgrave Twin Cinema\, 145 Dumaresq Street\, ARMIDALE\, NSW\, 2350\, Australia
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.visitarmidale.com.au/content/uploads/2026/04/French-Film-Festival-2026.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260531T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260531T200000
DTSTAMP:20260515T183833
CREATED:20260416T080238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260426T071227Z
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SUMMARY:Meg Washington @ Welder's Dog Brewery
DESCRIPTION:On my Natural Beauty Tour\, I’ll be performing intimate\, solo versions of songs from across my five-album catalogue\, including favourites from my new album GEM. Every performance is different\, improvised in the moment and shaped by the energy in the room. It is intimate\, raw\, and beautifully unpredictable.\n\nDoors open 4.00pm. Show starts at 5.30pm with special guest support. Full bar facilities and food options on site. Seating is general admission and available on a first-come basis. Please note under 18 may attend if in the company of an adult.
URL:https://www.visitarmidale.com.au/event/meg-washington-natural-beauty-tour
LOCATION:Welder’s Dog Brew Bar and Entertainment Centre\, 101 Beardy Street\, ARMIDALE\, NSW\, 2350\, Australia
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.visitarmidale.com.au/content/uploads/2026/04/Meg-Washington.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="John Logan Entertainment":MAILTO:john.logn@jlent.com.au
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260601T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260601T113000
DTSTAMP:20260515T183833
CREATED:20260430T065241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260502T065712Z
UID:10013125-1780308000-1780313400@www.visitarmidale.com.au
SUMMARY:French Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Alliance Française of Armidale Inc. Experience the best of French cinema with a selection of films! \n10.00amm – Nun in the City (PG – mild violence and coarse language)\, 1hr 26 mins\, Comedy) – Sister Lucie\, a dedicated nun\, decides to flee her convent after 20 years to find her love of youth. It is for her the beginning of an extraordinary adventure. \n 
URL:https://www.visitarmidale.com.au/event/french-film-festival-4
LOCATION:Belgrave Twin Cinema\, 145 Dumaresq Street\, ARMIDALE\, NSW\, 2350\, Australia
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.visitarmidale.com.au/content/uploads/2026/04/French-Film-Festival-2026.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260602T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260602T160000
DTSTAMP:20260515T183833
CREATED:20260505T021049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T021804Z
UID:10013176-1780392600-1780416000@www.visitarmidale.com.au
SUMMARY:Armidale Eisteddfod
DESCRIPTION:Major item in red \nMorning (from 9.30am) and afternoon (from 1.00pm): Popular\, Jazz and Folk Ensembles \nMorning (from 9.30am) and afternoon (from 1.00pm): Class Ensembles – Years 7-12 \nEvening (from 6.00pm): Band Night
URL:https://www.visitarmidale.com.au/event/armidale-eisteddfod-10
LOCATION:Auditorium (2nd floor)\, Armidale Teachers’ College\, Cnr Mossman and Faulkner Streets\, ARMIDALE\, NSW\, 2350\, Australia
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.visitarmidale.com.au/content/uploads/2024/04/Eisteddfod2.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Armidale Eisteddfod":MAILTO:armidaleeisteddfodpresident@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260602T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260602T203000
DTSTAMP:20260515T183833
CREATED:20260430T065522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T065519Z
UID:10013126-1780394400-1780432200@www.visitarmidale.com.au
SUMMARY:French Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Alliance Française of Armidale Inc. Experience the best of French cinema with a selection of films! \n10.00am – The Rookie Guide (M – coarse language)\, 1hr 25 mins\, Comedy) – Yann can’t find a job he likes or can keep\, and dreams of a better life. One day he learns that the famous travel guide Le Routard pays its employees to travel the world. Surely the perfect free holiday! Smooth-talking his way through the door\, Yann manages to get himself hired for a trial research trip to Morocco\, but he rapidly comes to realise that he’s seriously underestimated the job… Beguiled by Sofia\, a feisty tourist guide\, Yann gets swept up in an art trafficking operation led by the infamous mobster art dealer Dr Charoux and is plunged into an adventure where nothing will go as planned! \n6.30pm – The Richest Woman in the World (M – mature themes\, coarse language\, nudity and sexual references)\, 2hrs 1 min\, Comedy) – An elderly billionaire woman gives hundreds of millions of euros to a younger gay artist she is close to. Her daughter files a complaint for abuse of a vulnerable person and a scandal erupts. Loosely based on Liliane Bettencourt\, the late L’Oreal heiress and her daughter. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.visitarmidale.com.au/event/french-film-festival-5
LOCATION:Belgrave Twin Cinema\, 145 Dumaresq Street\, ARMIDALE\, NSW\, 2350\, Australia
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.visitarmidale.com.au/content/uploads/2026/04/French-Film-Festival-2026.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260603T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260603T123000
DTSTAMP:20260515T183833
CREATED:20260505T021354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T021440Z
UID:10013177-1780479000-1780489800@www.visitarmidale.com.au
SUMMARY:Armidale Eisteddfod
DESCRIPTION:Morning (from 9.30am): ATC – Primary Ensembles
URL:https://www.visitarmidale.com.au/event/32688
LOCATION:Auditorium (2nd floor)\, Armidale Teachers’ College\, Cnr Mossman and Faulkner Streets\, ARMIDALE\, NSW\, 2350\, Australia
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.visitarmidale.com.au/content/uploads/2024/04/Eisteddfod2.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Armidale Eisteddfod":MAILTO:armidaleeisteddfodpresident@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260603T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260603T200000
DTSTAMP:20260515T183833
CREATED:20260430T065752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260502T065204Z
UID:10013127-1780480800-1780516800@www.visitarmidale.com.au
SUMMARY:French Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Alliance Française of Armidale Inc. Experience the best of French cinema with a selection of films! \n10.00amm – Jean Valjean (M – mature themes and violence)\, 1hr 39 mins\, Drama) – Jean Valjean is released from prison after nineteen years of hard labor\, violence\, and suffering. Filled with anger and a deep sense of injustice\, he has become a dangerous man who trusts no one and nothing. When he arrives in a small village in Provence\, he is repeatedly turned away. Desperate\, he unknowingly finds refuge at the house of Bishop Bienvenu\, who lives simply\, with his sister and a single servant. There\, he is surprised by their warm welcome\, and his inner demons start to waver. But the temptation to be what society sees in him still haunts him\, and he steals the Bishop’s silverware. When the police ultimately catches him\, the Bishop forgives him and gifts him the candlesticks. This act becomes the starting point of Jean Valjean’ transformation into a new man who reclaims his humanity. \n6.30pm – The Rookie Guide (M – coarse language)\, 1hr 25 mins\, Comedy) – Yann can’t find a job he likes or can keep\, and dreams of a better life. One day he learns that the famous travel guide Le Routard pays its employees to travel the world. Surely the perfect free holiday! Smooth-talking his way through the door\, Yann manages to get himself hired for a trial research trip to Morocco\, but he rapidly comes to realise that he’s seriously underestimated the job… Beguiled by Sofia\, a feisty tourist guide\, Yann gets swept up in an art trafficking operation led by the infamous mobster art dealer Dr Charoux and is plunged into an adventure where nothing will go as planned! \n 
URL:https://www.visitarmidale.com.au/event/french-film-festival-6
LOCATION:Belgrave Twin Cinema\, 145 Dumaresq Street\, ARMIDALE\, NSW\, 2350\, Australia
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.visitarmidale.com.au/content/uploads/2026/04/French-Film-Festival-2026.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260604T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260604T134000
DTSTAMP:20260515T183833
CREATED:20260430T070642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260502T065003Z
UID:10013128-1780567200-1780580400@www.visitarmidale.com.au
SUMMARY:French Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Alliance Française of Armidale Inc. Experience the best of French cinema with a selection of films! \n10.00am – A Dash of Love (M – mature themes\, coarse language and sexual references)\, 1hr 30 mins\, Comedy) – Mélanie\, a lawyer suffering from an incurable disease\, has decided it’s time to enjoy life! She whisks Benjamin\, her childhood friend\, off on a road trip to Spain to explore their sensuality in a brothel. Now here they are\, onboard a rundown van driven by Lucas\, a burly chauffeur freshly released from jail. Contrary to Mélanie\, Benjamin does not seem in any hurry to arrive. Indeed\, he does everything he can to prolong this improbable journey with his good friend. \n12.00pm – The French Job (M – coarse language)\, 1hr 34 mins\, Drama) – Jonathan\, an expert in luxury watches\, leads a grey and monotonous life until he meets Eric\, a charming conman and dealer in stolen goods. Fascinated by his lifestyle\, Jonathan is drawn deeper and deeper into the world of criminal transactions. The situation spirals out of control when the virtuoso thief Joe joins them. In 2010\, the trio committed one of the most daring robberies in history – they stole five masterpieces by Picasso\, Matisse and Modigliani from the Museum of Modern Art in Paris. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.visitarmidale.com.au/event/french-film-festival-7
LOCATION:Belgrave Twin Cinema\, 145 Dumaresq Street\, ARMIDALE\, NSW\, 2350\, Australia
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.visitarmidale.com.au/content/uploads/2026/04/French-Film-Festival-2026.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260605T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260605T200000
DTSTAMP:20260515T183833
CREATED:20260430T070927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260502T064802Z
UID:10013129-1780684200-1780689600@www.visitarmidale.com.au
SUMMARY:French Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Alliance Française of Armidale Inc. Experience the best of French cinema with a selection of films! \n6.30pm – Nun in the City (PG – mild violence and coarse language)\, 1hr 26 mins\, Comedy) – Sister Lucie\, a dedicated nun\, decides to flee her convent after 20 years to find her love of youth. It is for her the beginning of an extraordinary adventure. \n 
URL:https://www.visitarmidale.com.au/event/french-film-festival-8
LOCATION:Belgrave Twin Cinema\, 145 Dumaresq Street\, ARMIDALE\, NSW\, 2350\, Australia
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.visitarmidale.com.au/content/uploads/2026/04/French-Film-Festival-2026.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260606T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260606T200000
DTSTAMP:20260515T183833
CREATED:20260430T071205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260502T064614Z
UID:10013130-1780740000-1780776000@www.visitarmidale.com.au
SUMMARY:French Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Alliance Française of Armidale Inc. Experience the best of French cinema with a selection of films! \n10.00am – Jean Valjean (M – mature themes and violence)\, 1hr 39 mins\, Drama) – Jean Valjean is released from prison after nineteen years of hard labor\, violence\, and suffering. Filled with anger and a deep sense of injustice\, he has become a dangerous man who trusts no one and nothing. When he arrives in a small village in Provence\, he is repeatedly turned away. Desperate\, he unknowingly finds refuge at the house of Bishop Bienvenu\, who lives simply\, with his sister and a single servant. There\, he is surprised by their warm welcome\, and his inner demons start to waver. But the temptation to be what society sees in him still haunts him\, and he steals the Bishop’s silverware. When the police ultimately catches him\, the Bishop forgives him and gifts him the candlesticks. This act becomes the starting point of Jean Valjean’ transformation into a new man who reclaims his humanity. \n12.30pm – A Dash of Love (M – mature themes\, coarse language and sexual references)\, 1hr 30 mins\, Comedy) – Mélanie\, a lawyer suffering from an incurable disease\, has decided it’s time to enjoy life! She whisks Benjamin\, her childhood friend\, off on a road trip to Spain to explore their sensuality in a brothel. Now here they are\, onboard a rundown van driven by Lucas\, a burly chauffeur freshly released from jail. Contrary to Mélanie\, Benjamin does not seem in any hurry to arrive. Indeed\, he does everything he can to prolong this improbable journey with his good friend. \n6.30pm – The French Job (M – coarse language)\, 1hr 34 mins\, Drama) – Jonathan\, an expert in luxury watches\, leads a grey and monotonous life until he meets Eric\, a charming conman and dealer in stolen goods. Fascinated by his lifestyle\, Jonathan is drawn deeper and deeper into the world of criminal transactions. The situation spirals out of control when the virtuoso thief Joe joins them. In 2010\, the trio committed one of the most daring robberies in history – they stole five masterpieces by Picasso\, Matisse and Modigliani from the Museum of Modern Art in Paris. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.visitarmidale.com.au/event/french-film-festival-9
LOCATION:Belgrave Twin Cinema\, 145 Dumaresq Street\, ARMIDALE\, NSW\, 2350\, Australia
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.visitarmidale.com.au/content/uploads/2026/04/French-Film-Festival-2026.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260607T075500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260607T120000
DTSTAMP:20260515T183833
CREATED:20260215T064255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260215T064315Z
UID:10012434-1780818900-1780833600@www.visitarmidale.com.au
SUMMARY:Armidale Birdwatchers
DESCRIPTION:7.55am for 8.00am departure from Visitor Information Centre\, 82 Marsh Street. \nBring food (morning tea/lunch)\, water\, binoculars\, sunscreen and hat\, and wear stout shoes\, bring a picnic chair as many bush spots do not have facilities. The scheduled visit may be changed or cancelled if conditions on the day are likely to affect the excursion. For more information and to register to join the group\, phone Shirley on 0458 260 937 or email shrlycook@gmail.com. \nNewcomers are always welcome\, but please notify our leader\, Dr Stephen Debus (sdebus@une.edu.au) preferably a day or two prior to the excursion to let him know you are coming. \n 
URL:https://www.visitarmidale.com.au/event/armidale-birdwatchers-3
LOCATION:Oaky River TSR\, Kempsey Road (approximately 48.5km south east)\, ARMIDALE\, NSW\, 2350\, Australia
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.visitarmidale.com.au/content/uploads/2022/06/Birdwatching-kingfishers.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Armidale Birdwatchers":MAILTO:shrlycook@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260607T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260607T200000
DTSTAMP:20260515T183833
CREATED:20260430T071350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260502T064409Z
UID:10013131-1780826400-1780862400@www.visitarmidale.com.au
SUMMARY:French Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Alliance Française of Armidale Inc. Experience the best of French cinema with a selection of films! \n10.00am – The French Job (M – coarse language)\, 1hr 34 mins\, Drama) – Jonathan\, an expert in luxury watches\, leads a grey and monotonous life until he meets Eric\, a charming conman and dealer in stolen goods. Fascinated by his lifestyle\, Jonathan is drawn deeper and deeper into the world of criminal transactions. The situation spirals out of control when the virtuoso thief Joe joins them. In 2010\, the trio committed one of the most daring robberies in history – they stole five masterpieces by Picasso\, Matisse and Modigliani from the Museum of Modern Art in Paris. \n6.30pm – The Richest Woman in the World (M – mature themes\, coarse language\, nudity and sexual references)\, 2hrs 1 min\, Comedy) – An elderly billionaire woman gives hundreds of millions of euros to a younger gay artist she is close to. Her daughter files a complaint for abuse of a vulnerable person and a scandal erupts. Loosely based on Liliane Bettencourt\, the late L’Oreal heiress and her daughter. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.visitarmidale.com.au/event/french-film-festival-10
LOCATION:Belgrave Twin Cinema\, 145 Dumaresq Street\, ARMIDALE\, NSW\, 2350\, Australia
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.visitarmidale.com.au/content/uploads/2026/04/French-Film-Festival-2026.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260608T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260608T183000
DTSTAMP:20260515T183833
CREATED:20260430T071553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260502T064228Z
UID:10013132-1780912800-1780943400@www.visitarmidale.com.au
SUMMARY:French Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Alliance Française of Armidale Inc. Experience the best of French cinema with a selection of films! \n10.00am – The Rookie Guide (M – coarse language)\, 1hr 25 mins\, Comedy) – Yann can’t find a job he likes or can keep\, and dreams of a better life. One day he learns that the famous travel guide Le Routard pays its employees to travel the world. Surely the perfect free holiday! Smooth-talking his way through the door\, Yann manages to get himself hired for a trial research trip to Morocco\, but he rapidly comes to realise that he’s seriously underestimated the job… Beguiled by Sofia\, a feisty tourist guide\, Yann gets swept up in an art trafficking operation led by the infamous mobster art dealer Dr Charoux and is plunged into an adventure where nothing will go as planned! \n4.30pm – The Richest Woman in the World (M – mature themes\, coarse language\, nudity and sexual references)\, 2hrs 1 min\, Comedy) – An elderly billionaire woman gives hundreds of millions of euros to a younger gay artist she is close to. Her daughter files a complaint for abuse of a vulnerable person and a scandal erupts. Loosely based on Liliane Bettencourt\, the late L’Oreal heiress and her daughter. \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.visitarmidale.com.au/event/french-film-festival-11
LOCATION:Belgrave Twin Cinema\, 145 Dumaresq Street\, ARMIDALE\, NSW\, 2350\, Australia
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.visitarmidale.com.au/content/uploads/2026/04/French-Film-Festival-2026.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260609T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260609T200000
DTSTAMP:20260515T183833
CREATED:20260430T071755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260502T063819Z
UID:10013133-1780999200-1781035200@www.visitarmidale.com.au
SUMMARY:French Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Alliance Française of Armidale Inc. Experience the best of French cinema with a selection of films! \n10.00am – Nun in the City (PG – mild violence and coarse language)\, 1hr 26 mins\, Comedy) – Sister Lucie\, a dedicated nun\, decides to flee her convent after 20 years to find her love of youth. It is for her the beginning of an extraordinary adventure. \n6.30pm – Jean Valjean (M – mature themes and violence)\, 1hr 39 mins\, Drama) – Jean Valjean is released from prison after nineteen years of hard labor\, violence\, and suffering. Filled with anger and a deep sense of injustice\, he has become a dangerous man who trusts no one and nothing. When he arrives in a small village in Provence\, he is repeatedly turned away. Desperate\, he unknowingly finds refuge at the house of Bishop Bienvenu\, who lives simply\, with his sister and a single servant. There\, he is surprised by their warm welcome\, and his inner demons start to waver. But the temptation to be what society sees in him still haunts him\, and he steals the Bishop’s silverware. When the police ultimately catches him\, the Bishop forgives him and gifts him the candlesticks. This act becomes the starting point of Jean Valjean’ transformation into a new man who reclaims his humanity. \n 
URL:https://www.visitarmidale.com.au/event/french-film-festival-12
LOCATION:Belgrave Twin Cinema\, 145 Dumaresq Street\, ARMIDALE\, NSW\, 2350\, Australia
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.visitarmidale.com.au/content/uploads/2026/04/French-Film-Festival-2026.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260610T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260610T200000
DTSTAMP:20260515T183833
CREATED:20260430T072007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T072157Z
UID:10013134-1781085600-1781121600@www.visitarmidale.com.au
SUMMARY:French Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Alliance Française of Armidale Inc. Experience the best of French cinema with a selection of films! \n10.00am – The Rookie Guide (M – coarse language)\, 1hr 25 mins\, Comedy) – Yann can’t find a job he likes or can keep\, and dreams of a better life. One day he learns that the famous travel guide Le Routard pays its employees to travel the world. Surely the perfect free holiday! Smooth-talking his way through the door\, Yann manages to get himself hired for a trial research trip to Morocco\, but he rapidly comes to realise that he’s seriously underestimated the job… Beguiled by Sofia\, a feisty tourist guide\, Yann gets swept up in an art trafficking operation led by the infamous mobster art dealer Dr Charoux and is plunged into an adventure where nothing will go as planned! \n6.30pm – A Dash of Love (M – mature themes\, coarse language and sexual references)\, 1hr 30 mins\, Comedy) – Mélanie\, a lawyer suffering from an incurable disease\, has decided it’s time to enjoy life! She whisks Benjamin\, her childhood friend\, off on a road trip to Spain to explore their sensuality in a brothel. Now here they are\, onboard a rundown van driven by Lucas\, a burly chauffeur freshly released from jail. Contrary to Mélanie\, Benjamin does not seem in any hurry to arrive. Indeed\, he does everything he can to prolong this improbable journey with his good friend.
URL:https://www.visitarmidale.com.au/event/french-film-festival-13
LOCATION:Belgrave Twin Cinema\, 145 Dumaresq Street\, ARMIDALE\, NSW\, 2350\, Australia
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.visitarmidale.com.au/content/uploads/2026/04/French-Film-Festival-2026.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260613T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260613T210000
DTSTAMP:20260515T183833
CREATED:20260422T055939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T060711Z
UID:10013096-1781377200-1781384400@www.visitarmidale.com.au
SUMMARY:Guardians of Hope @ the Playhouse
DESCRIPTION:This powerful documentary shares the stories of protected area workers across Oceania who are on the frontlines of protecting our natural world and cultural heritage. Filmed during a remarkable year-long journey\, it offers a rare and moving glimpse into the courage\, resilience\, and purpose of those who dedicate their lives to caring for land\, people\, and future generations. \nWhy come along?\nThis is more than just a fundraiser film screening it’s an opportunity to: Be inspired by real stories of hope and impact; Listen to the Director\, Amanda Dudgeon; Connect with others who care about community\, environment\, and purpose; Support initiatives that strengthen and equip ranger communities across Oceania. \nAll funds raised go directly to the Protected Area Workers Association. \nWhether you’re passionate about conservation\, curious about the stories behind the people protecting our world\, or simply keen for a meaningful night out\, this will be a memorable and worthwhile event. \nFeel free to share this with anyone who might be interested. It would be great to see some familiar faces there!
URL:https://www.visitarmidale.com.au/event/guardians-of-hope-the-playhouse
LOCATION:The Armidale Playhouse\, 309 Beardy Street (cnr Ohio Street)\, ARMIDALE\, NSW\, 2350\, Australia
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.visitarmidale.com.au/content/uploads/2026/04/Guardians-of-hope.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260613T193000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260613T210000
DTSTAMP:20260515T183833
CREATED:20260509T061630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260509T062248Z
UID:10013182-1781379000-1781384400@www.visitarmidale.com.au
SUMMARY:Grigoryan Brothers - "Amistad"
DESCRIPTION:Internationally acclaimed guitar duo the Grigoryan Brothers return with Amistad — a heartfelt celebration of friendship\, collaboration and musical connection. Featuring works written by composers and collaborators from around the world\, Amistad showcases the extraordinary artistry\, emotional depth and musical telepathy that have made Slava and Leonard Grigoryan two of Australia’s most respected classical musicians. \nReleased on Decca\, Amistad includes music by celebrated composers including Leo Brouwer\, Ralph Towner\, Dominic Miller\, Luke Howard and Nat Bartsch\, alongside favourites from the brothers’ acclaimed back catalogue. Spanning classical\, contemporary\, jazz and world influences\, the performance promises an intimate and moving musical experience. \nWith four ARIA Awards\, 25 ARIA nominations and an international touring career spanning more than two decades\, the Grigoryan Brothers are renowned for their breathtaking musicianship and deeply expressive performances.
URL:https://www.visitarmidale.com.au/event/grigoryan-brothers-amistad
LOCATION:Auditorium (2nd floor)\, Armidale Teachers’ College\, Cnr Mossman and Faulkner Streets\, ARMIDALE\, NSW\, 2350\, Australia
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.visitarmidale.com.au/content/uploads/2026/05/Grigoryan-Brothers-Amistad.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="New England Conservatorium of Music":MAILTO:marketing@necom.org.au
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END:VCALENDAR