Every year New England folk gather at Black Gully (behind NERAM) for the annual Black Gully Festival to celebrate community, music and biodiversity. The festival is being held on Saturday 17 November from 10am with markets, art, food, drink, kids art and activities and of course, live local music. Hosted by Armidale Regional Council.

RED LIVE BREATH

Join one of the country’s premiere vocal ensembles for a program of beautiful Australian works and sacred classical music. The program is named after Red Live Breath by Cathy Milliken. Before the concert, at 4pm, come to the optional workshop to rehearse a piece with The Australian Voices, learn choral singing techniques from conductor Gordon Hamilton and join us in the concert to sing beautiful music. Participation is free with each concert ticket purchase. Adult $29, concession $20, children $5 at www.theaustralianvoices.com. The event will be held at St Peter's Cathedral, 9 Tingcombe St, Armidale.

ARMIDALE FAMILY HISTORY

The Armidale Family History Group Inc Monthly Meeting will be held at the Research Centre, in Kentucky Street at 7.30pm. Doors will open at 7pm. All welcome. Our guest speaker will be our member Judy Grieve, president of the Armidale and District Historical Society. Topic: A soldier on the Dangersleigh War Memorial. Christmas party is on December 2 at 11.30am for 12 noon. Bring a plate to share and drinks. The centre will close on December 12, reopening January 21.

TIMOMATIC MASH UP TOUR

Multi-platinum selling artist Timomatic will be bringing his high-energy show to Armidale, as part of his Mash Up tour hosted by NUI Events Tours. Timomatic can’t wait to get on the road and share he’s passion with everyone. Timomatic and Justice Crew’s I am Solo are on the same night. Show starts at 7pm at Armidale Services Club. Tickets $29-$49.