TO DO LIST: 11TH – 17TH MARCH

Monday 11^th

Moomba: Parade

Moomba is one of Victoria’s biggest and most creative festivals, it celebrates culture, community and of course, Melbourne. St Kilda road takes part in its annual tradition of hosting the Moomba parade, where you can experience the colour and excitement before heading over to the festival.

Location: St Kilda Road
Dates: 11am, 11^th March
Price: FREE
Visit: http://www.thatsmelbourne.com.au/Whatson/Festivals/MoombaFestival/2013/Program/Pages/Parade.aspx

Tuesday 12^th

LMFF: Little Black Dress Project

The essential item in any women’s wardrobe is the Little Black Dress; if you own one but aren’t certain on how to style it, BusinessChic.com.au photographer and stylist Cheryl Lin explored fifty-two ways the LBD can be styled and fit perfectly for any occasion. Visitors who choose to wear their own LBD to the exhibition have the opportunity to win a style session from Cheryl Lin.

Location: Melbourne Central, Level 2 Link Bridge
Dates: 1^st-31^st March
Price: FREE
Visit: http://www.lmff.com.au/program/event/205-little-black-dress-project

Wednesday 13^th
Melbourne Food and Wine Festival: The Foodpreneurs

As part of the Melbourne Food and Wine Festival, James Lork, Katrina Myers and Jess Ho set out on a mission to revolutionise the way we think about food and farming our produce. They explain how collaboration, branding, design and social media are shaping what we eat.

Location: The Edge, Federation Square
Dates: 6:00-7:30pm, 13^th March
Price: $25 (book prior)
Visit: http://www.locavored.com/the-foodpreneurs-melbourne-food-wine-festival/

Thursday 14^th
Alliance French Film Festival

Broaden your French film repertoire by attending some screenings at participating cinemas across Melbourne. Il sera magnifique!

Location: Palace Cinema Como, Palace Balwyn, Palace Westgarth, Palace Brighton Bay and Kino Cinemas
Dates: 6^th-24^th March
Price: General Admission: $19.50
Visit: http://www.affrenchfilmfestival.org/

Friday 15^th
Melbourne Queer Film Festival

Following Midsumma and Mardi Gras comes the Melbourne Queer Film Festival. It’s on for ten days and opens on the 14^th of March. Head down to either of the participating cinemas and see films worth celebrating.

Location: ACMI and Hoyts Cinemas Melbourne Central
Dates: 14^th-25^th March
Price: $20-$355 for a full festival pass
Visit: http://www.mqff.com.au/

Saturday 16^th
Zine Making with Max Nie

Poet Max Nie invites you all to create your own zine; with typewriters and materials provided, all you need is your creative side and/or an interest in poetry and print.

Location: The Substation, 1 Market Street, Newport
Dates: 1pm-3pm, 16^th March
Price: $5.00
Visit: http://www.thesubstation.org.au/

Sunday 17^th
Thai Culture and Food Festival

From 10am until late experience the flavour and colour of Thailand in Melbourne, with dancers, entertainment and traditional food, there’s no passport necessary for this exotic getaway.

Location: Federation Square
Dates: 10am-late, 17^th March
Price: FREE
Visit: www.thaifestvic.com