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Attracting both tourists and locals, Belgrave’s shopping precinct is a vibrant hub for shopping and café lifestyle with all the major services anyone could need, all nestled in the beautiful surroundings of the Sherbrooke forest.
Belgrave’s diversity allows it to also offer the alternatives of holistic services such as organic and locally grown produce, health foods, organic cafes and take away. Such alternatives cater for those with food intolerances, natural healing, fair trade goods, free range and chemical free meats.
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last weekend of summer
The Belgrave Buskers Festival is an initiative of the Belgrave Traders Association in partnership with 3MDR 97.1FM Mountain District Radio. The inaugural event will be held in February on the last Saturday of Summer 2012 and is set to become a major annual event. Already gaining lots of support, the Belgrave Buskers Festival offers cash prizes as well as various encouragement awards.
The Belgrave Buskers Festival will grow to become a three day event. With the bonus of the Three One Six Oh! Film Festival at the Cameo Cinema, you'll know to keep the last weekend of summer free every year.
To keep up to date with the progress of the Belgrave Buskers Festival and join the conversation, VISIT the Belgrave Buskers Festival on facebook and LIKE the page.
Belgrave is a melting pot of amazing talent. It has great cafes and restaurants, local Bed and Breakfast accomodation, forest walks, even a history trail - you can experience it all. Be sure to pop in and show your appreciation to the sponsors of the 2012 Belgrave Buskers Festival. The partnership between Belgrave Traders and 3MDR 97.1 Mountain District Radio will take the project from strength to strength, but not without the support of our local businesses. We thank them for their generosity, making possible the creation of this fantastic community event.
Cultural Diversity Week
17th March - 24th March 2012
Cultural Diversity Week is a time when Victorians come together to share aspects of their culture, faith and language and celebrate the benefits multiculturalism brings to our state. Through this interaction and exchange of ideas, we endeavour to maintain our harmonious community and create a society built on understanding, acceptance and mutual respect.
Belgrave joins in the celebration. Community Groups from the region are invited to use the main street as their stage and share with us their joy. Be prepared to be flashmobbed during Cultural Diversity week in Belgrave's Town Centre or email Marina at Belgrave Traders Association to find out their whereabouts beltraders@belgrave.net.au
BELGRAVE TURNS BACK TIME
21st May - 27th May 2012
Celebrating Belgrave's History - the area once known as the valley of tall trees. Belgrave Region Action Group recently took on the task of developing the History Walkng Trail. Commemorative Plaques mark significant sites around the town centre, now the vibrant heart of the hills and home of Puffing Billy.
During Educatuon Week 2012, school tours will be conducted by volunteer tour guides from Sherbrooke Foothills Historical Society. Self Guided tour maps will soon be avaialble for everyone to enjoy..
at winter solstice
The Belgrave Lantern Parade is an annual event celebrating Winter Solstice. An initiative of the Belgrave Community Arts Partnership (under the auspice of the Dandenong Ranges Community Cultural Centre ~ Burrinja), the project is funded by the Yarra Ranges Council Festivals and Events program. The Belgrave Traders Association is proud to be a major sponsor.
The 2012 Parade will be held on Saturday June 23rd. Music on the street starts at 4pm and the parade starts from Hayes Car Park at 5:30pm, making its way along Blacksmiths Way and then onto the main street. Spectators can view the parade along the main street between Terry's Avenue and Hayes Car Park.
Visit www.belgravelanterns.org.au for more details and to learn how to make your lantern to join the parade.
Or VISIT the Belgrave Lantern Parade facebook page to keep up to date with all the news.
Click on the image to see a youtube clip of the 2011 parade
Belgrave's Annual Halloween Treat Trail
Saturday 28th October 2012 11am to 2pm
Mums and Dads can join in for this fun event Everyone is encouraged to dress up for the occassion, Free face painting on the street to help you look the part.
Pick up a treat chart and learn some interesting facts about the local traders as you find the answers along the trail. Participating traders display balloons to help you on your journey and provide treats along the way.
Town Park Christmas Carols Friday 14th December 2012 starts at 7pm hosted by Belgrave Region Action Group
Belgrave Traders Association is proud to be a sponsor of this annual community event.
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