February

1 The Old Nick Company presents Shrek the Musical at Don Bosco Theatre, Glenorchy. Book at www.oldnick.com.au.

4 IRONMAN 70.3 is on today in Hobart. Cheer on athletes as they swim the Derwent River before hitting the bikes and running to the finish line. Starts at Brooke St Pier with viewing around Brighton.

6 There’s a new mothers group and morning tea for expectant and new mothers. Get support from a child health nurse on pregnancy, breastfeeding and child development each Monday. 10am11.30am, Tagari Lia, 23 Green Point Road.

6 Need medical help while waiting to see your GP? Moreton Medical Group run a no cost medical clinic every 2nd Tuesday. 11am2pm, Gagebrook Community House, 191 Lamprill Circle. Bookings essential via (03) 6263 6097

6 Bridgewater School for Seniors returns for 2024 with a BBQ at Tolosa Park. Contact Shirley 0457 024 871 for details.

8 Learn about keeping your passwords secure with a free info session at Bridgewater Library, from 2-4pm.

17 Add some colour to your run by joining the Pride Colour Run at Cris Fitzpatrick Community Park in Gagebrook, from 2pm. Includes music and community BBQ.

26 Learn new digital skills with this free session at Bridgewater Library, running from 10am-12pm

March

1 Wine lovers can check out The Southern Open Vineyards Weekend, a self-guided tour through southern wine regions including nearby in Tea Tree. Head to www.openvineyards.wine for details

1 Tasmanian Bike Week runs until Friday 8 March, with social rides organised around Tassie. Check out to find a ride to join

3 Clean Up Australia Day is back! Eliminate litter and end waste by joining or organising a clean up event. Visit www.cleanup.org.au

6 Celebrate International Women’s Day with investigative journalist Jess Hill at Brighton Regional Sports Pavilion, Pontville Park. From 10am-2pm. Free.

6 Dining With Friends returns to Brighton Civic Centre in March, held on the first Wednesday of the month. All welcome, starting at 5.30pm.

18 Unlocking Languages with Technology is on at Bridgewater Library, from 10am12pm.

22 Join Brighton & Surrounds Garden Club for their first meeting of 2024 at CWA room, Pontville Municipal Memorial Hall. Starts 7pm. Green thumbs and budding gardeners welcome!

31 Happy Easter to all who celebrate. Enjoy a hopping good time with chocolate and hot cross buns.