What's Happening
Concert 2019
MPS CONCERT
Here are some photographs from last term's concert for you to enjoy!
SCHOOL CONCERT DVD ORDERS-
CLOSE OCTOBER 21
We’re happy to introduce a new method of delivering the School Concert for those families that would prefer a digital copy of the performance. Apart from offering DVD copies, Stagefright Concert Productions have partnered with Vimeo in order to provide a streaming option.
This will now allow you to view the school concert via any internet connected iOS or Android device, computer, SmartTV or Apple TV. All you need is a Vimeo account (if you don’t have a Vimeo account then we recommend that you create one….it’s free!)
If you would like to choose this option, then all you need to do is select ‘Vimeo Streaming’ on the order form and include your email address. Once the production is ready for distribution Stagefright Concert Productions will then send you a link to this email and you will be able to access your Streamed copy of the concert.
All ordering will occur via an online ordering form. Payment will go through Paypal and even if you don’t have a Paypal account, you can check out as a ‘Guest’ and use any credit card of your choosing (AMEX, Visa, Mastercard, etc)
The amount is $36.50 for a DVD or Vimeo Streamed copy.
Closing date for orders is: 21 Oct 2019
To order, please click on the following link:
Marcelo Oillataguerre
Stagefright Concert Productions
PO Box 354, Dingley, VIC 3172
P: 3 9551 8381 | M: 0411 642 030
LAMONT BOOKFAIR IS COMING!
Monday 21st October till Friday 25th October 2019
It is that time of year again when the IRC comes alive with a buzz in the air!
Lamont Books are bringing their Book Fair to our school in three weeks. It is a great time to buy some Christmas presents for family and friends or as a treat for your family members.
Murrumbeena Primary School receives 20% of the sales which will go towards new books for our library, so all students and teachers can enjoy the rewards.
We will have credit and debit card facilities available to make life easier.
Book Fair opening times for students and parents are as follows:
Monday - Thursday 8.30am – 8.55am
& 3.30pm – 4pm
Friday 8.30am till 8.55am
(no afternoon session)
Hope to see lots of people there!
Miss Vesikko and Amanda
THUNDERSTORM ASTHMA- IMPORTANT!
FROM THE LOTE ROOM
Japanese cultural activities during October
Here are some events occurring around Melbourne, that you may be interested in attending.
1. Japan Culture and Art Festival (27 Oct 2019)
The Japan Culture and Art Festival will be back in 2019, four years after the last festival. The festival focuses on creating a connection between Japanese and Australian communities through mutual interaction and audience participation in various cultural performances and workshops. Food stalls as well as art and craft market will also be present on the day.
When: Sunday 27 October 2019
11:00am – 4:00pm
Where: Collingwood Town Hall
140 Hoddle Street, Collingwood
To find out more, see the Japan Culture & Art Festival website.
2. Exhibition: "teamLab: Reversible Rotation" (5 Oct – 2 Nov 2019)
Known for their digital artworks, the works of teamLab is popular in many regions and cities around the world. teamLab will present three works at Tolarno Galleries in Melbourne as part of the Melbourne International Arts Festival in 2019: Enso – Cold Light (2018), Reversible Rotation – Black in White (2018), and Waves of Light (2018). There will also be a free opening event held on Saturday 5 October 1-3pm at Tolarno Galleries (no registrations required).
When: Saturday 5 October – Saturday 2 November 2019
Tuesday to Friday 10:00am – 5:00pm
Saturday 1:00 – 5:00pm
Where: Tolarno Galleries
Level 4, 104 Exhibition Street, Melbourne
Cost: Free
To find out more, see the Melbourne International Arts Festival website.
3. Bonsai Exhibition (12 – 13 Oct 2019)
This bonsai exhibition run by the Bonsai Society of Victoria will feature a wide range of bonsai available for display. There will also be bonsai demonstrations over the weekend (10:30am and 1pm on Saturday, and 1pm on Sunday), as well as Children’s Class (10:00am-12:00pm on Sunday).
When: Saturday 12 October 9:00am – 4:00pm
Sunday 13 October 10:00am – 4:00pm
Where: Box Hill Town Hall
1022 Whitehorse Road, Box Hill
Cost: $5, free for children under 12.
To find out more, see the Bonsai Society of Victoria website.
4. Sakura Picnic Day (13 Oct 2019)
Members of the public will be able to enjoy a picnic under blooming cherry blossom trees at the annual Sakura Picnic Day. The cherry blossom trees were donated in by a former Prime Minister of Japan, the late Mr Masayoshi Ohira to commemorate the Japan-Victoria friendship in January 1980. There will also be Japanese cultural performances and demonstrations on the day, adding to the atmosphere of a Japanese hanami.
When: Sunday 13 October 2019
11:00am – 2:00pm
Where: Banksia Park
Templestowe Road, Bulleen
Cost: Free
To find out more, see the Facebook event.
5. Kukangendai (16 – 18, 24 – 25 Oct 2019)
Kukangendai, an avant-garde rock trio band, will be coming to Australia! The band will be performing in both Melbourne and Adelaide as part of their Australian debut, supported by The Japan Foundation, Sydney.
Melbourne
When: Wednesday 16 October – Friday 18 October 8:00 – 9:00pm
Where: Melbourne
The SUBSTATION
1 Market Street, Newport
Cost: Please refer to the website for the pricings in each city.
To find out more, see the Melbourne International Arts Festival website and the OzAsia Festival website.
Maki sensei
SECOND HAND UNIFORM STALL-
THURSDAY 24 OCTOBER
MPS will again be holding its second hand uniform sale on Thursday 24 October.
We welcome donations to the office of good quality, clean MPS uniform items for resale within the school community.
Items sold are priced between $1- $5
Also, if anyone can assist in folding and pricing collected items, please contact the office to leave your name and contact details.
Sally Brady