Ballarat Heritage Weekend 2018 | Page 30

Talks MARISSA SOLINI IN CONVERSATION - BALLARAT APRON FESTIVAL Join American apron artist Marissa Solini in conversation with Gallery Curator Julie McLaren. Marissa explores the historical and visual elements of aprons, from a child wearing an apron to bake to an artist wearing one to paint. She delights in simplicity and complexity of these aprons and how they start to mirror patterns in the lives of those who wear them.  WHERE: Art Gallery of Ballarat, Lydiard Street North WHEN: 6pm, Saturday  COST: Tickets strictly limited, book online REGISTRATIONS: artgalleryofballarat.com.au ART AND INNOVATION AT THE ART GALLERY OF BALLARAT Hear the stories of the Art Gallery of Ballarat’s early history, its founder James Oddie and his fascination with technology. WHERE: Art Gallery of Ballarat, Lydiard Street North WHEN: 12noon and 2pm, Saturday and Sunday  COST: Free Food and Drink Many of Ballarat’s best cafes and restaurants have created special menus with a nod to yesteryear flavours to celebrate Ballarat Heritage Weekend. For more information visit: heritageweekend.com.au Devonshire Tea at The Old Colonists’ Club When: 11.30am–3pm, Saturday and Sunday Cost: $5 per serve Pop-up Bushfood Cafe at Alfred Deakin Place When: 10am–4pm, Saturday 30 BALLARAT HERITAGE WEEKEND 2018