Friday  September 26th 

This year the starting point is Bulga Community Hall  Which is on the corner of Putty Rd and Inlet Rd - click here for this year's map 

The Garden Ramble has been part of the Broke Fordwich culture for many years.  A mixture of private, professional, informal and formal gardens.

Although the drought saw some loss of quality in some gardens, the good rains and the resultant soil-moisture content promises that this Spring event this year will be outstanding.

Broke Fordwich extends in a 16km radius from the village of Broke.  

Each year the ramble encompasses a different group of gardens.  This year is the Bulga area's turn to host the Ramble.

The beginning point is the Bulga Community Hall where 'ramblers' will receive a map and a ticket. 

Ticket price is $20 - this includes lunch and there will be a drawing of lucky door prizes

The Hall is also where lunch is held and the guest speaker will be presented.

Each year a growing number of visitors attend -last year saw over 100 visitors take part.

This year why not book accommodation and stay over night?  Get on board a wine tour on Saturday or Sunday and complete your Broke Fordwich experience.

You can enjoy first class meals, gourmet produce, and some of the best wine in the valley.

The broke Fordwich region is the tranquil side of the Hunter Valley

For bookings and information contact:

Wendy

02 65791259

The little market that just keeps getting bigger!

Next Market - August 17th

Where : McNamara Park  Wollombi Street BROKE
When : Sundays:-
February 17th, April 20th , June 15th, August 17, October 19th and Carols in the Park Twilight Market December 21

Gourmet sausage BBQ,  Books, Bric-a-Brac, Local produce, Vegetables, Gourmet Foods, Gifts, Bargains.

Do you have something to sell? Stalls Available. Or we can sell it for you !

Contact : Elizabeth Johnston
Phone: 0429 198 871
 

When: Sunday, 14th September 2008 from 9.00am
Where: MacNamara Park (Broke Village)

Bring the family for a day out at the Broke Village Fair and Vintage Car Display. Over 300 Vintage cars and motorcycles from all over NSW will be on display. Take a look at the “old” farm machinery; perhaps granddad might remember using some of them! The kids will enjoy the rides and mum and dad can wander through the stalls displaying woodwork and craft items. Food and Drink stalls will also be available to feed the hungry ones.

The Broke Village Fair is held annually to raise funds for local charities which include – The Broke Rural Fire Service, The Combined Churches, and the Broke Hall Committee. An annual attendance rate of over 10,000 people, continue to guarantee its popularity and reputation as a great day out.

ENTRY $2 – Children under 12 Free

The Broke Fair began in an odd way, with three men drinking wine and relaxing in the village of Broke. Each was accompanied by a bizarre vehicle which included a London Police Car, a Double Decker Bus and a Vintage Car. This attracted a wide array of attention and when asked for a cup of tea by a passer-by they could only offer wine.

The following year a group of church women set up a stand next to them offering tea, coffee, and home made cooking. A community meeting was held in 1986 to organise an event which has now become known as “The Broke Village Fair”.

For more information contact Eden by ph:(02)6579 1259or email

 Art in the Vines is the best selection of works by artists from many areas.  Sales of the works demonstrates that this exhibition is being visited by serious art-lovers.  The range of work accepted is designed to encourage budding young artists as well as provide a venue for exhibiting artists.  The artwork covers paintings, sculpture, hangings etc.

IF YOU WISH TO EXHIBIT PLEASE CLICK BELOW FOR ENTRY FORM

ART IN THE VINES ENTRY FORM

Where: Nightingale Winery Milbrodale Rd Broke

When: Opening Night Friday 12th September 2008

Art in the Vines”

Art Exhibit 2008

Nightingale Wines
1239 Milbrodale Road
Broke

September 12th - 14th

Opening night
Friday 12th September 7 pm
Entry $15 per person


All enquiries

Maxine 6579 1036 Paul 6579 1000

All proceeds to Broke Public School
Prize Details

1st Prize - Painting $1000

Best Pottery Exhibit $250

Best Sculpture Exhibit $250

Best Photography Exhibit $250

Best Australian Indigenous
Exhibit $250

People’s Choice $300

Judith Danks Memorial
Encouragement Award $200

Youth Section - 2 prizes
Vouchers valued at $50 each

We sincerely thank our sponsors

Bulga Coal
Nightingale Wines
Di’s Art Haus
“Art in the Vines”
Art Exhibit

Promising a night of fine art, great local prize-winning wine & good food!

Entry for opening night only

$15.00 per person

Saturday 13th & Sunday 14th 10 am – 4 pm entry free

 Enquiries Maxine 65791036   Paul 65791000

FOLK IN BROKE 2008

NOT JUST A FOLK FESTIVAL

When: Friday 31st October to Sunday 2nd November, 2008
Where: MacNamara Park, Broke Village

All venues are under cover venues

• Friday: 6:30 - Midnight
• Saturday: 11:am - Midnight
• Sunday: 8:00am - 3:00pm

The 2nd Folk in Broke festival is happening on the first weekend in November 2008. A 3-day festival with some multiple stages, a workshop program, dance program, kids fest, multiple blackboard concerts, dedicated session venue/s, markets, and a feast of local and interstate artists.

Enjoy a diverse mix of *World Music *Folk-Jazz *Blues 'n Roots *traditional australian folk *Jazz-Rock *celtic-rock *contemporary folk and a little indefinable genre fusing! Festival-goer's will be able to camp along the riverbank of the festival grounds [note though, no campfires as it's bushfire season]or alternately source some of the excellent accommodation in the area to suit a variety of budgets. Festival Tickets are available at the gate.

Ticket Prices:

ONLINE TICKETS  UP TO 5% DISCOUNT

BOOK YOUR FESTIVAL TICKETS ONLINE AND SAVE click here

All 3 days -Pre-booked before Oct 10th   $63.50

Prices on the day:

Radio Play Friday Night Opening Event    $25.00

All 3 days- Friday Night through to Sunday    $70.00

One day pass - Saturday (day only up to 6pm) or Sunday - all day   $50.00

Saturday night (from 6pm)   $40.00

- kids are free but MUST be accompanied by a paying adult to access the kids festival activities.

TO BOOK ONLINE CLICK HERE  Stickytickets Pty Ltd.

NOT JUST A FOLK FESTIVAL

This year's festival will be another chance for folkjazzdance performers to wow the Hunter Valley.  A great opportunity for audiences to combine the wine, food and great stays with an assortment of some of the best original and traditional music dance and entertainment over 3 days.

The festival, centred in the  20 acres of the common in the middle of historic Broke Village, is served by two churches, several large marquees, the Village Hall and local restaurants all providing venues for day and night events.  Market stalls will add to the experience. 

In addition to quality accommodation provided by the many villas, cottages and farm stays, visitors can avail themselves of the free camping in the common.

The Broke Fordwich region provides 25% of the Hunter Valley’s quality grapes and wine and has been settled since the early 1820’s.  All of the cellar door establishments and gourmet farm suppliers run their own businesses and are there to meet the visitor and provide an opportunity to sample the spectacular local products.

The old fashioned country sprit and generosity overflows into this wonderful event.

Visitors who attended last year's fest have been effusive in their praise and strongly encouraging for this to be a regular event on the national festivals circuit. 

Artistic Director Maureen O'Brien, promises some exciting new events for this years festival and a lineup of talent sure to appeal to a wide variety of musical tastes.   Everything from Latin, Contemporary Folk, Bluegrass, Jazz, Blues, Traditional and numerous points in between. 

Amateur musicians will have lots of opportunities to sit in on workshops, jam sessions, and participate in the many blackboard concerts on offer over the weekend

For event information contact Maureen.
For general enquiries call Eden on 6579 1259.

When: Sunday, December 21st 2008
Where: McNamara Park, Broke
Markets start: 4:00pm
Concert starts: 6:00pm

A variety of guest artists from the region will perform a selection of christmas songs and lead the carols.

Bring the family with a picnic or enjoy the BBQ to support Broke Rural Fire Brigade.

Santa will arrive with gifts for the kids on a fire truck with sirens and lights!

BOOKS, BRIC-A-BRAC, LOCAL PRODUCE INCLUDING VEGETABLES, FOODS, GIFTS & other BARGAINS.

When: Saturday April 12 , 2008
Where: Various venues around Broke Fordwich Region.

Enjoy all the FUN & GUSTO at the Hunter Valley's Italian Festival - a little bit of ITALY in BROKE This year sees the 3rd 'a little bit of Italy in Broke' Italian Festival. Your passport to travel with map and info - available near the Broke Fire Station  - will guide you around the many participating venues in the area such as  local cellar doors, olive groves and farm outlets where local wines can be sampled and visitors can pick their own olives and visit other farm outlets. Selected venues will provide music and 'tasting plates' of Italian food for a small charge. Three local restaurants will be hosting an Italian Dinner on Saturday evening accompanied by live music.
SATURDAY 12 APRIL 10:00am - 4:00pm FREE ENTRY

VENUE EVENTS

Get your passporto on the day from the INFORMATION booth at the Fire Station to get addresses and more information

Somerville Vineyards - Italian sausage making demonstrations and BBQ

Krinklewood Vineyard – Pizza from the Pizza Oven

River Flats - Olive Picking

Pickled & Pitted - Gourmet olive products tasting and market stalls

Margan Family Wines - Italian lunch menu a’ la carte with a selection of Italian wines from many regions, served by the glass.

Nightingale - Italian lunch menu a’ la carte with a selection of magnificent wines, served by the glass. Live music with Howard Collins & His Band.

Starline Alpaca Farmstay Resort - Feeding the alpacas on the day and shop open with specials on Accommodation booked on the day and goods bought on the day.

Catherine Vale - Olive preserving demonstrations, Bocce. Breakfast from 9 a.m. Wine tasting and Italian lunch menu Live Music and stalls. Italian Dinner

Broke Estate - Wine tasting and Italian meatballs and pasta

CELEBRATE ALL THINGS ITALIAN:

• Italian Food
• The unique local quality wines ( find out why Broke Fordwich wines are being talked about)
• Live music
• Local fresh produce
• Olive Picking
• Italian Dinner - Saturday evening completes your Italian love affair with 3 local restaurants each hosting dinner with Italian inspired menu & great wines. Buonappetito!
• BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL These Dinners are always booked out - so get in early!
  • Catherine Vale Vineyard:  Ph 6579 1334
  • Margan Wines:  Ph 6579 1372
  • Nightingale Wines: 6579 1499
     

For general enquiries call Eden on 6579 1259