🍂 Fiddles, Fire & Hillside Ale

Good morning, Hills lovers. The end of the year is speeding toward us, and the Hills are bursting with things to do. From live music that’ll have you thumping the table to new spots to sip your way through, there’s no shortage of reasons to get out and about. This week, I’m introducing Timlin’s Green, a 6 piece band coming to Macclesfield in December who’ll be lighting up the Hills with their fiery fiddles and up tempo Celtic tunes, plus a full Hills Brewery Trail to keep your weekends well stocked with good beer and good company. There’s plenty to keep the calendar full.

Let’s get into it.

FAST FIDDLES IGNITE FIRE
Timlin’s Green Live In The Hills

Ah, now here’s a thing worth turning out for.
A band with stories to tell and fire in their hands.
They call themselves Timlin’s Green, and by God, they play like they mean it.

You’ll hear it before you see them. The quick snap of a drum. The bright streak of fiddle cutting through the night. Then it builds, faster and faster, till the whole room feels like it might lift clean off its foundations. It’s not gentle, not quiet, not something to hum politely along to. It’s alive.

They’re a six-piece crew from Adelaide, bound together by their love of the old tunes, the wild ones, the ones that make you laugh and thump the table and maybe shout a line or two yourself. Tell Me Ma. Whiskey in the Jar. Star of the County Down. Songs that never grow old, only louder.

And in between, there’s the theatre of it, the wink, the yarn, the half-true tale told just to keep you leaning in. Then the bow strikes again and off they go, faster still. You can almost taste the salt and the smoke of another land.

Fifty tickets only. Twenty dollars to be part of the noise.
So come for the stories, stay for the storm.
Because once Timlin’s Green hit their stride, the whole pub will breath in time.

Book your tickets now. Friday December 6, the 3 Brothers Arms, Macclesfield.

HILLS BREWERY TRAIL
Hop Your Way Through

It’s no secret that the Adelaide Hills produce world class wines. But today we’re shining a light on the beer that comes out of the Hills region. Think cosy breweries in heritage buildings, sunny beer gardens perfect for a long afternoon, and brewers who are as friendly as they are knowledgeable.

There’s Lobethal Bierhaus, pouring generous tasting paddles alongside hearty food in a converted woollen mill. Prancing Pony in Totness, with its old-school “fire brewing” technique. Uraidla Brewery — a tiny setup beside the pub that’s taken home Australia’s top independent beer award. And in Verdun, the triple threat at Grünthal Brew where you can pair beer with cheese, gin, and wine!

Some stops are a little out of the way, like Union Bridge Brewery in Cudlee Creek, but worth the drive. Others are right in the middle of things, like Gulf Brewery and the newer Hahndorf Brewing Co. And if your group can’t decide between beer, wine or spirits, Lot 100 in Nairne has it all.

Check out this list I’ve compiled here → Hills Brewery Trail. If there are any missing you think should be included, email me here.

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MARKETS

🛍️ Oakbank Market
| MARKET | Oakbank Soldiers Memorial Hall, Oakbank
📅 Saturday, 8 November | 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Browse local stalls, enjoy live music, food, and family fun while supporting the Oakbank Soldiers' Memorial Hall.

🌽 Adelaide Hills Farmers' Market
| MARKET | Mount Barker
📅 Saturday, 8 November | 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Discover fresh local produce, handmade goods, and community spirit at this vibrant weekly market under the elms.

🧺 Meadows Country Market
| MARKET | Meadows
📅 Sunday, 9 November | 6:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Enjoy a friendly country morning browsing local crafts, produce, and handmade goods at this much-loved monthly market.

WHAT’S ON THIS WEEK

🌿 Radical Reset Retreat
| WELLNESS & MINDFULNESS | Mount Barker Summit
📅 Thursday, 6 – Sunday, 9 November | Various times
A restorative four-day retreat at Twin Peaks offering guided meditation, yoga, nourishing food, and time to reconnect with stillness and purpose. INFO

💼 SustainHer Women in Business in the Hills Connect: Show Up Boldly
| BUSINESS & EMPOWERMENT | Mount Barker
📅 Thursday, 6 November | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Join Adelaide’s leading personal branding photographer and visibility coach, Heidi Wolff, for a confidence-boosting morning on owning your presence and showing up authentically in business using nothing more than your smartphone. INFO

🔮 Angel Miracles Psychic Development | Practitioner Masterclass
| SPIRITUALITY | Nairne
📅 Thursday, 6 – Friday, 7 November | 10:00 AM – 6:30 PM
Deepen your intuitive gifts and spiritual connection in this two-day Angel Miracles® Practitioner Masterclass with Victoria Gautier, designed to expand your psychic abilities and energetic mastery. INFO

🚶‍♀️ Hahndorf Hufendorf Walking Tour
| TOUR | Hahndorf
📅 Thursday, 6 November | 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Explore Hahndorf’s rich German heritage and hidden stories on a guided walking tour filled with history, charm, and scenic photo stops. INFO

🎤 Mount Barker Toastmasters Club
| COMMUNITY | Mount Barker Town Hall, Mount Barker
📅 Thursday, 6 November | 6:45 PM – 8:30 PM
Build confidence and communication skills in a friendly, supportive environment with the Mount Barker Toastmasters Club. INFO

⚽ Walking Football
| COMMUNITY | St Francis de Sales Community Sports Centre, Mount Barker
📅 Friday, 7 November | 10:00 AM  – 11:00 AM
A fun, social, low-impact indoor game for over 50s to stay active, meet others, and enjoy football at a walking pace. INFO

🕊️ Monthly Death Cafe at the Farm
| COMMUNITY | Flaxley
📅 Friday, 7 November | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Gather over tea and cake for an open, heart-led conversation about death and dying. A gentle space to share, listen, and learn; guided by End of Life Doulas. INFO

🏡 Tour a Passivhaus during International Passivhaus Open Days!
| SUSTAINABILITY | Mount Barker
📅 Friday, 7 November | 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Explore South Australia’s second Certified Passive House and discover how smart design achieves comfort and energy efficiency in every detail. INFO

🌕 9 Rites Munay Ki Retreat
| WELLBEING | Bugle Ranges
📅 Friday, 7 – Monday, 10 November | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Experience a 4-day sacred retreat of ceremony, sound, and healing to receive the 9 Munay Ki Rites and awaken your inner light. INFO

🖌️ Paint and Glaze a Christmas Platter
| WORKSHOP | Norton Summit
📅 Saturday, 8 November | 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Create a festive ceramic platter or choose your own design in a hands-on workshop with artist Bethany Neck, with all materials provided. INFO

🎨 Casual Intermediate Adult’s Watercolour Classes
| ART | Stirling
📅 Saturdays, 8 November – 13 December | 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Explore new watercolour techniques and build on your intermediate skills in relaxed, hands-on Saturday sessions designed to inspire creativity and growth. INFO

🏺 National Australian Ceramics Open Studio with Simone Linder-Patton
| ART | Birdwood
📅 Saturday, 8 – Sunday, 9 November | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Meet local ceramic artist Simone Linder-Patton, watch pottery demonstrations, and explore handcrafted works at her welcoming open studio in Birdwood. INFO

🎸 8 Ball Aitken & Taya Chani – Live at Three Brothers Arms
| LIVE MUSIC | Macclesfield
📅 Saturday, 8 November | 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Catch blues-rock power duo 8 Ball Aitken and Taya Chani live on their Nightbird Album Tour, delivering soulful harmonies, groovy guitars, and pure Australian blues energy. INFO

💃 Harrogate Bush Dance
| FAMILY | Harrogate
📅 Sunday, 9 November | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Kick up your heels with the Wild Matildas Bush Band at this lively family dance with music, prizes, and community fun. INFO

🧶 Tomens Wellbeing & Mindfulness: 4-Week Program with Craft Activities
| WORKSHOP | Mount Barker
📅 Tuesday, 11 November | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Join a creative 4-week journey combining mindfulness and craft! Using colourful yarn and simple techniques, explore relaxation, connection, and creative self-expression in a supportive, beginner-friendly space. Leave each session with a handmade piece and a calmer mind. INFO

🎖️ Hahndorf Remembrance Day Ceremony
| COMMUNITY | Alec Johnston Park, Hahndorf
📅 Tuesday, 11 November | 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Join the Hahndorf community to honour our servicemen and women with a moving Remembrance Day ceremony of reflection and respect. INFO

💼 BNI Summit – Hahndorf
| BUSINESS | Hahndorf
📅 Wednesday, 12 November – Wednesday, 17 December | 7:15 AM – 9:00 AM
Connect with local professionals, build trusted relationships, and grow your business through collaboration and referral networking at this BNI Summit event. INFO

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🌅 Sunset Sessions @ The Station – Pasta Bar & Live Music
| FOOD & MUSIC | Aldgate
📅 Friday, 21 November | 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Savor a homemade pasta bar with garlic bread and live tunes on the platform at this relaxed community night out. BYO drinks and enjoy a family-friendly evening under the sunset. INFO

🧠 Basket Range Quiz Night 2025
| COMMUNITY | Basket Range
📅 Saturday, 22 November | 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Gather your friends for a fun-filled evening of trivia, games, and laughter at the Basket Range War Memorial Hall. INFO

🌿 Farewell Spring with Adelaide Hills Outdoor Playgroup
| FAMILY & NATURE | Stirling
📅 Monday, 24 November | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Celebrate the end of spring with a joyful morning of outdoor play, art, and exploration for families and little ones at The Old School Community Garden. INFO

🍋 Portuguese and Moroccan Adventure Cooking Class
| FOOD & EXPERIENCE | Stirling
📅 Saturday, 29 November | 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Join Chef Mark McNamara for a hands-on culinary journey through North Africa and Southern Europe, exploring vibrant spices, rustic breads, and authentic regional dishes. INFO

🎻 Momentum Ensemble with Timo-Veikko Valve at UKARIA| CLASSICAL MUSIC | CLASSICAL MUSIC | Mount Barker Summit
📅 Sunday, 30 November | 2:30 PM – 4:40 PM
Cellist Timo-Veikko “Tipi” Valve leads the Australian Youth Orchestra’s Momentum Ensemble in a rich program blending Finnish and Australian works by Kuusisto, Davies, Schubert, Sibelius, and Sculthorpe. INFO

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