COWRA COMMUNITY MARKETS
Sid Kallas Oval, 8:30am - 12:00pm
The Cowra Community Markets are held every third Saturday of every month at Sid Kallas Oval with a wide variety of local fresh produce, diverse stallholders and local buskers. The December markets are the perfect time to pick up a last-minute Christmas gift.
Each month at their Markets you can find locally grown fruit and veg, eggs, honey, oils and other pantry staples. They also have home baked bread, cakes, slices and biscuits, homemade preserves, homewares and gift ideas, clothing, candles, plants, collectables and bric-a-brac, tea and coffee, and much more.
COWRA LIBRARY EXTENDED HOURS
77 Darling Street Cowra
9:30-6pm Monday-Friday
9:30-4:30pm Saturday
Come visit, read, research and enjoy the cool air at the Cowra Library, with extended hours this summer!
Extended hours are part of a trial running until April 5. The library will open from 9:30 AM–6 PM Monday through Friday and 9:30 AM–4:30 PM on Saturday. The library is fitted out with air conditioning, helpful staff and plenty of books and resources to borrow and enjoy.
LEARN TO PLAY BOWLS
Sundays 9:15am, Cowra Bowling Club
$10 per Adult per game, Children free
Looking for a fun, social, and relaxed way to spend your Sundays? Join the Cowra Bowling Club and have a chance to learn to play bowls every week! Whether you’re a complete beginner or just want to refine your skills, the Cowra Eagles Bowlers will guide you through the game! To register your interest, simply contact: Sonia Morgan - 0425 228 505 Mim Shroder - 0417 062 679 Bob Morgan - 0481 244 081
LITTLE FISHES AT THE MUSEUM
Ages of Fishes Museum
Free program and entry
Join friendly staff at the Age of Fishes Museum Canowindra on the first Friday of every month for some fun, hands on science lessons! Each month, the little fishes' study a new topic.
Perfect for curious minds and little adventurers, this fun and educational session is sure to spark creativity and wonder.
BILL WALSH LAUNCHES 'BIG BILL MACKAY'
February 14, Cowra Library
Join us when retired barrister Bill Walsh talks about his book Big Bill Mackay – The story of William John Mackay, a controversial and innovative member of the New South Wales Police Force from 1910-1948 and its outstanding Commissioner from 1935-1948 at Cowra Library. Please reserve your spot to learn more about Big Bill Mackay – Police Commissioner 1935 – 1948. Copies of Big Bill Mackay will be available for sale and signing on the day. RSVPs recommended.
CANOWINDRA PROGRESS ASSOCIATION MEETING
17 February, 6pm, Canowindra Services Club
Help shape the future of Canowindra at the first meeting for 2025. Make sure to let Tom Beath know if you are planning to attend, either over Facebook or by contacting 0411 140 252.
POST-HARVEST DATA DAY
19 February, 9:30am-12pm, Cowra bowling club
Join Hutcheon & Pearce for a deep dive into the power of your Harvest Data and how to leverage it for better farm management.
This workshop will provide insights on how to transform your post harvest data into actionable strategies for the upcoming sowing season.
For more information and to RSVP, please contact the Cowra Branch
cowraadmin@hutcheonandpearce.com.au
(02) 6341 4800
Please RSVP by Monday 17th February.
PERENNIALLE PLANTS SONGWRITERS CONCERT
21 February, 7pm, 29 Gaskill Street, Canowindra $30
What a delight to welcome back to Canowindra, the renowned Irish-born Australian singer songwriter, Enda Kenny for a shared concert with local entertainer, Nerida Cuddy. Limited tickets available for a night of good tunes and even better company, with plenty of inspiration and connection to share.
More info - contact Nerida on 0429 048 603.
COWRA CHAMBER PHILHARMONIA, VIVALDI & BACH '25
25 February, 7 pm, St. John´s Anglican Church
$35-45
Chamber Philharmonia Cologne plays Vivaldi, Bach & Sarasate presented by world class soloists Sergey Didorenko (violin) and Dmitrij Gornowskij (cello) presenting classics from Germany.
CANOWINDRA CHAMBER PHILHARMONIA, VIVALDI & BACH '25
25 February, 7 pm, Canowindra Anglican and Uniting Church
$35-45
Chamber Philharmonia Cologne plays Vivaldi, Bach & Sarasate presented by world class soloists Sergey Didorenko (violin) and Dmitrij Gornowskij (cello) presenting classics from Germany.
VINTAGE 2025 CELEBRATION AND HEART COLLECTORS LIVE
28 February, 5:30pm, Rosnay Cellar Door
The Heart Collectors are returning to the Rosnay cellar door to celebrate the 2025 Grape Harvest on the evening of 28 February, 5.30 to 9.30pm. Free glass of wine/soft on arrival. No BYO.
From 5.30, join for a free tasting of the “New Wine” in tank from the 2025 vintage, and dine on delicious Japanese food from Canowindra’s own Koyama Kitchen (not included in ticket price.) Music from 7.30, with an intermission.
BULLA CREEK LIVE AND ON TAP
28 February, 6pm, Bulla Creek Brewery
Join the Brewery for a night of live music by local duo Mark and Aylie, from The Mark Corkery Band, with good beer and delicious Indian inspired food by Pocket Rocketz food truck - awarded top 3 food trucks in Sydney. Entry includes a couple of beer tasters on arrival, bookings essential for groups.
72ND KOORAWATHA SHOW
2 March, Koorawatha Showground
Enjoy the fun and excitement of a great country show, with food trucks & Koorawatha Co-op, free rides, market stalls, dog trials, horse events and cars and tractors on show.
COWRA LIBRARY UP LATE WITH AUTHOR NICOLE ALEXANDER
12 March, Cowra Library
Meet author Nicole Alexander for a Cowra Library Up Late event from 6pm – 8pm to celebrate the launch of her latest book The Limestone Road which “bears all the hallmarks of a modern Australia classic”.
Known for her captivating depictions of historical rural Australian life, bestselling author Nicole Alexander returns with her twelfth novel, The Limestone Road - a stirring narrative about one young soldier’s courageous journey ‘home’. RSVPs essential.
COWRA FESTIVAL OF INTERNATIONAL UNDERSTANDING
21-23 March
The 2025 Cowra Festival of International Understanding where will celebrate guest nation, India! The Festival originated in the mid-1960s at a time when the town was coming to recognise the benefits of promoting understanding between nations.