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Swan Lake Screening - Kingaroy

A free screening of Ballet Preljocaj's performance of the ballet Swan Lake - with music performed by the Queensland Symphony Orchestra - will be at the Kingaroy Performing Arts Centre (in the grounds of Kingaroy State High School at the end of Markwell Street) from 7:00pm this evening (doors open at 6:00pm). France’s leading contemporary ballet company reimagines Tchaikovsky’s timeless tale of love and betrayal into a modern-day tragedy. Ballet Preljocaj is known for its bold reimagining of classic ballet stories, dramatic choreography and spectacular design. Light refreshments and drinks will be available to buy through the Kingaroy SHS P&C committee. Tickets can be booked online

Country Music Showcase - Kumbia

The LBS Music Group is bringing a country music showcase for one night only from 5:30pm tonight at Kumbia Memorial Hall. The featured artists are Peggy Gilchrist, Lindsay Butler, Shaza Leigh, Ashley Cook and Rick Gay. Tickets are just $30 (cash or card at the door). There'll also be a barbecue and drinks available to buy.

Country Convicts Concert - Linville

The Country Convicts will be bringing their 80s-style pub rock to the Linville Community Hall in George Street, Linville, from 7:00pm to 10:00pm this evening (doors open at 6:30pm). The concert has been organised by the Linville Progress Association and is a fundraiser for hall. Tickets are $5 and can be booked online. There'll be dancing and a licensed bar will be operating. Bring a plate to share. Free camping is available across the road with showers and toilets if you'd like to stay overnight.

Weaner Sale - Murgon

A Combined Agents Weaner sale will be held at the SBLX saleyards in Pratt Street, Murgon, from 9:00am this morning. More info? Phone (07) 4162-2233.

Friday Night Soccer - Wondai

Round 8 of the South Burnett women's soccer competition will be played at the Barambah club's home ground at Wondai Sportsground this evening. Kingaroy Wests will take on the Nanango Panthers at 6:15pm, followed by Kingaroy Easts v Barambah Bears at 7:45pm. There'll be hot food and cold drinks for sale!

Fitness & Friends - Murgon

Fitness & Friends is a fun group of walkers which gathers at Graham House Community Centre, 21 Taylor Street East, Murgon, every Thursday and Friday morning at 6:30am for a brisk 30-minute walk. More info? Contact Graham House on (07) 4169-8400.

Friday Morning Bingo - Murgon

Bingo games will be held at Murgon RSL's Welfare Drop-In Centre at 44 Stephens Street West, Murgon from 9:00am this morning (eyes down at 10:00am). There'll be some great prizes on offer and everyone is welcome. More details? Phone (07) 4313-3018.

Nanango Kennel Club

Nanango Kennel Club holds basic and advanced dog obedience classes at the Alan Downie Sports Fields in Burnett Street, Nanango, from 7:00pm every Friday night. More info? Phone 0437-109-162.

Kingaroy RSL Bingo

Bingo games will be running at Kingaroy RSL from 9:30am this morning (eyes down at 10:30am). There'll be multiple jackpots on offer, along with book games and raffles, and proceeds will go to help local good causes. Everyone is welcome. More details? Phone the RSL on (07) 4162-1755.

Wondai Line Dancing

Wooroolin Line Dancing has come to Wondai! Classes are being held at the Lutheran Church Hall, 37 Edward Street, Wondai, every Friday morning: Golden Oldies 9:00am-10:00am; beginners / intermediate 10:15am-11:15am; and intermediate 11:30am-12:30pm. $10 for all three classes (or $5 for one class). More info? Phone Paula 0498-210-073.

Loaded Entertainment - Kingaroy

Loaded Entertainment will be playing live music from 8:00pm this evening in the Sports Bar at Kingaroy's Commercial Hotel, on the corner of Haly and Glendon streets. More details? Phone the hotel on (07) 4162-1380.

Arts And Crafts Day - Linville

Arts and crafts sessions are held fortnightly on Fridays from 10:00am to 1:00pm at Linville Hall, 40 George Street. Everyone is welcome! BYO craft or just drop in and enjoy a chat.

Friday Social Golf & Dinner - Proston

The Proston Golf Club, on Brigooda Road, Proston, will be holding a Friday afternoon social golf game today. Names need to be in by 2:00pm for a 2:30pm tee-off, and everyone is welcome. Cold beer and snacks will also be available at the clubhouse from noon, and the club's very popular Friday night dinner will be running after 5:30pm. Bookings for dinner are essential (before 1:00pm!) and can be made online More details? Phone 0474-741-822.

Karaoke Night - Murgon

The Murgon Services Club in Lamb Street, Murgon, has karaoke on the second Friday of every month from 7:00pm. The club's bistro will also be open for dinner or snacks. More details? Phone the club on (07) 4168-1819.

Kingaroy QCWA Meeting

Kingaroy QCWA meets on the second Friday of every month at the clubrooms at 122 Kingaroy Street, Kingaroy. QCWA is more than cooking and craft! It's a chance to meet new friends and help the community. More info? Phone Lynne on 0407-965-094.

MISfITZ - Kingaroy

Popular South Burnett duo MISfITZ are back in the South Burnett! They'll be playing the bistro at the Carrollee Hotel in King Street, Kingaroy from 6:30pm until late tonight. Admission is free. More details from the hotel on (07) 4162-1055.

South Burnett Autism Support Group

The South Burnett Autism Support Group will be holding its second Friday of the month meeting at the Salvation Army Hall at 107 Kingaroy St, Kingaroy at 6:30pm this evening (child care is available for a small fee). New members are always welcome! More info? Phone Gary on (07) 4164-1256.

Friday Night At The (New) Shed

The Shed in Little Drayton Street, Nanango (just next to the Scott Car Park) will be open from 7:00pm until late tonight for local musicians and anyone else who enjoys music to come along, bring their instruments and jam in a relaxed and informal setting, or just sit on the Shed's lounges, listen in and enjoy the wide variety of talent on offer. The Shed fires up every Friday night, has tea and coffee-making facilities, and there's no admission charge. Everyone is welcome! More details? Phone Jane on 0400-631-677.

South Burnett Pantry - Kingaroy

The South Burnett Pantry will be open from 8:30am to 12:00 noon today at 1A (Lot 3) Railway Terrace in Kingaroy. The Pantry is a not-for-profit registered charity run by a Board of Management and staffed by volunteers, and it helps low income families, couples and singles stretch their shopping dollar further. The Pantry offers $40 pantry hampers that contain most of the food and personal cleaning items that most people need to get through part of the week (though you'll need to shop elsewhere for extras or special items). And anyone who's finding it hard to make ends meet is very welcome to make use of it. More details? Phone James on 0438-071-658. PS: If you'd like to help The Pantry in any way - either by volunteering or donating goods - please contact James about this too, or visit the website.

Alcoholics Anonymous - Murgon

Alcoholics Anonymous is a fellowship of people who share their experience, strength and hope with each other to solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking. There are no dues or fees for membership. AA is not allied with any sect, denomination, politics, organisation or institution. AA meets in Murgon every Tuesday and Friday at 12:30pm at the Baptist Church at 94 Macalister Street. For more information, phone 1300-222-222.