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Upcoming Events
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20-Mar-2010 - Village VIBES
Village Vibes "the village comes alive"
Hunter Valley Gardens Shopping Village - The 3rd Saturday of every month - from 10am
· Artisans & Growers markets
· Entertainment all day
· Food and wine
· Coffee
· Unique specialty shopping
· Children’s playground
· Face painting
Hunter Valley Gardens Shopping Village
Broke Road, Pokolbin
(02) 4998 4000 - info@hvg.com.au
And for those looking to spend a weekend to remember in the Hunter Valley, there is accommodation available at Harrigan’s Irish Pub from $189.
For further information, visit www.hvg.com.au or call 02 4998 4300 - enquiries@harrigans.com.au
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21-Mar-2010 - Seniors WeekFREE Soft Serve Ice-cream – every day
Seniors who visit Hunter Valley Gardens throughout Senior’s Week will receive a free soft serve ice-cream. They will be given a voucher which they can redeem any at the Garden Terrace Milk Bar.
Guests are welcome to still sit down and have morning tea or lunch in the Garden Terrace Restaurant.
The King is not dead, he is alive, well and performing at Hunter Valley Gardens for Seniors Week 2010!
Steve King is Australia’s best Elvis Tribute Artist with looks and vocals closest to the real king. You’ll be rocking to the sounds of Blue Suede Shoes, Teddy Bear, Rubberneckin’ and Suspicious Minds, mesmerised by the classics; Love Me Tender, Can’t Help Falling in Love and Are You Lonesome Tonight, and blown away by the powerful ballads; My Way, If I Can Dream and American Trilogy
Supported by his stunning Las Vegas Show Girls, you’ll be spellbound by their glamorous costumes and dazzling routines.
To download the full program please CLICK HERE
SPECIAL GUESTS
BRIAN MCGUIGAN – Saturday 27 & Sunday 28
Inspired by the winemaking heritage of both his father Percy and grandfather Owen, Brian McGuigan has been at the forefront of the Australian wine industry for more than 40 years.
Growing up on a vineyard following his winemaking father in the Hunter Valley instilled Brian’s passion for wines. Starting as an apprentice and learning the ropes from industry icons Brian quickly became one of the wine industries best winemakers, viticulturists and marketers.
Brian has had a massive influence, not only on the Hunter Valley, but also the Australian wine industry. This has been recognised in being awarded the Australian Medal and more recently as a Hunter Valley Living Legend.
Brian will match the wine with the food from the cooking demonstration & chat about his life experiences.
GRETTA ANNA TEPLITZKY – Sunday 28
Join NSW Seniors Week Ambassador Gretta Anna Teplitzky and head chef from The Hunter Valley Gardens Nick Vivian for a cooking demonstration for one of Gretta’s famous recipes. Renowned Hunter Valley winemaker and NSW Seniors Week Ambassador, Brian McGuigan will join her in complementing the dish with local wines from the Hunter.
Gretta Anna Teplitzky is the retired owner and principal of a very large cooking school in Sydney, Australia. Many Australian housewives from the 1970s grew up with her wonderful recipes from such books as 'The Gretta Anna Recipes' and More Gretta Anna Recipes’ One of her children Martin (Bon Cafard Restaurant, Berowra Waters Inn) followed her footsteps into the kitchen now this has passed onto the next generation with grandson Miro who has just completed his first cookbook dedicated of course to his famous grandmother!
Garden Talks and Tours – everyday
Each day the trained horticultural staff at Hunter Valley Gardens will provide a selection of Garden talks and tours, which will be of interest to all gardening enthusiasts.
Nursery Rhyme Talk and Tour
Have you ever wanted to know the history behind some of our most well known and loved nursery rhymes? Well join our staff in the Storybook gardens for a fascinating talk and tour.
History of Hunter Valley Gardens Talk
Learn the history behind this award winning and internationally acclaimed display garden. From the vision of one man, to an international success story.
Rose Talk
Our expert horticultural staff will show you that anybody can grow beautiful roses with the correct knowledge on planting; treating pests and diseases; the use of fertilisers; pruning methods; and watering.
Oriental Garden Talk
Learn about the concepts and key differences between Oriental and Western Gardens and explore the cultural and historical background to Japanese horticultural design.
Cooking Demonstration - everyday
Skilled and experienced chefs will temp your taste buds with country style home cooking recipes and demonstrations utilising the fresh produce of the Gardens and the Valley
This includes demonstrations from Hunter Valley Gardens very own Chefs and Louise Jamieson from Taste of the Country.
Retirement Village Expo – Wed 24 & Thur 24 March 2010
Hunter Valley Gardens Welcomes Retirement Villages to exhibit during Seniors Week and show all the great options for retirement living.
Fire Safety - everyday
NSW Fire Brigade firefighters will conduct a kitchen fire safety demonstration highlighting the devastating effects of throwing water onto a stovetop fire. Fifty per cent of all fires in NSW start in the kitchen. Learn how to correctly extinguish a kitchen fat fire.
Entry to the Gardens during Seniors week is $10 for seniors (normally $17), $22.50 per adult, $12 for children between 4 – 15 years of age with children 3 and under free.
Ph 02 4998 4000 for more information. Broke Road Pokolbin NSW 2320. www.hvg.com.au
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02-Apr-2010 - Easter Long Weekend
This Easter long weekend, from Friday 2nd April to Monday 5th April, 2010, Hunter Valley Gardens will be a highlight for people of all ages with lots of fun activities, entertainment, giveaways and great prizes to be won. The action packed schedule will kick off the April School Holiday KidSpace program themed “Get up and Groove”, which will run from Saturday 3rd April to Sunday 18th April 2010.
Kyle McKendry, General Manager says, “There’s plenty for the whole family to enjoy at Hunter Valley Gardens this Easter long weekend. With interactive activities such as our annual Giant Easter Egg Hunt it is sure to be a memorable Easter long weekend for everyone.”
Activities to be held during Easter will include:
Hunter Valley Gardens Train
Parents and Children can enjoy a train tour around the Gardens.
A charge of $7.00 per Adult and $5.00 per child will apply.
Storybook Garden Jumping Castle
Hunter Valley Gardens very own Storybook Garden themed Jumping Castle will be onsite everyday. A $3.00 charge will apply.
The Jitter Jacks Show
The children will excite as they join in the fun with Stacy, Luke and their lovable friend Yoyo the grooving Jitter Jack performing at Hunter Valley Gardens at 2pm each day.
The interactive musical adventures, will keep the children smiling and grooving along to lively Jitter Jacks songs and popular children’s nursery rhymes making their Jitter Jacks experience one not to forget.
Easter Craft
Children will be able to make their own Easter Bonnet, Easter Basket and Origami Bunnies with the help of our host. Craft materials will be supplied and children can model their Easter bonnet around the Garden.
Giant Parachute and Games
Children can come and play under the 13m wide giant parachute which will keep them enthralled as they work as a team to keep balls and other items in the air.
Egg and Spoon & Sack Races
Join in the fun of these long established family activities which will take place in the Formal Garden daily. Go in a race with the kids with lots of photo opportunities and memories to be made.
Hatching Chickens
Come and watch real baby chickens as they hatch from their eggs and take their first steps.
Colouring competition
Kids will have the opportunity to colour in one of the Gardens Easter pictures for a chance to win a Hunter Valley Gardens kids merchandise pack.
On Easter Saturday and Sunday, 3rd and 4th April 2010, there will be additional activities taking place to celebrate Easter including:
Giant Easter Egg Hunt
Hunter Valley Gardens has been hosting its Giant Easter Egg Hunt for 6 years and it has proven to be a day of fun and adventure as children participate in the search for thousands of brightly coloured plastic eggs. Every child receives a gift at the completion of the hunt.
Easter Bunny
The Easter Bunny will be on site all day and will show up at the hunt and organised activities, so keep an eye out for him! The Easter bunny will be bouncing around Hunter Valley Gardens Giant Easter Egg Hunt and activities throughout the day – so keep your eye out for him.
Easter Hat Parade
Hunter Valley Gardens will host its annual Easter Hat Parade where Children can bring along their decorated Easter bonnet and compete with great prizes to be won.
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