Bathurst RSL 114 Rankin Street 1.30pm. Since 1977 Bathurst RSL Sub Branch has received donations of service-related memorabilia from the Boer War to Afghanistand. Through a guided tour explore the items on display and learn about their relationship to the people who owned them and to Bathurst itself. The tour lasts 90 minutes and is free. For more information call 6333 2999 or visit bathurstrsl.com.au

Machattie Park Myth and Majesty.

Meeting at Machattie Park gate on the corner of Russell and George Streets 2.30am. Explore Machattie Park discover how the park was transformer from town goal to a tranquil haven. Dispel popular held myths and hear the stories behind the structures, ornaments, majestic trees and many memorials dedicated to pioneers of the Bathurst district. Tours 90 minutes. Free bookings a must call 6332 1444

Crocodile Day.

Australian Fossil and Mineral Museum 224 Howick Street 10am-4pm. At the wild animal encounter reptiles of the world display, meet the SuperCroc an see live crocodiles, pythons, alligators and lizards. Learn about the difference between crocodiles and alligators and get up close with the giant exotic Burmese pythons of south-east Asisa. $14 adults, $8 child. Call 6331 5511

Ironfest is imagineering with a metal & clothing focus:

bringing together designer makers from all around Australia: from hatmakers to furniture makers, to jewellers, box-makers, cloths makers; weavers, traditional woodworkers; sculptors; painters; blacksmiths, robot makers. And in the field: Imagineering through the ages: from the Ancients to the Middle Ages to Modern times: to the future/ futures: showcasing in 2016: a variety of medieval activities including crusades; jousting & other gratuitous violence served up by Monty Python followers; : as the Peace Movement mobilises, theatre blossoms & Steampunk rules the waves, until WW2. Saturday and Sunday 9am-4pm at Lithgow Showgrounds. Tickets at https://events.ticketbooth.com.au/event/Ironfest2016

Beautiful Afternoon Tea.

Abercrombie House 311 Ophir Road 2.30pm. Our popular traditional afternoon ta includes scrumptious savory and sweet treats, tasting plates, varieties of leaf tea, plunger coffee. There will be elegant live classical celtic harp music with a complimentary glass of champagne. Main rooms and garden are open to explore. This is an outstanding afternoon of elegance and style. $49 adults, $45 children under 14. For tickets call 6331 4929 or visit abercrombiehouse.com.au

Art in the Park.

Cnr of River Road and Stephen's Lane 2pm. Draw, paint or just relax under the trees by the banks of the Macquarie River.A demonstration and informal instruction will be available on the day. Children under 15 need to be accompanied by an adult. BYO materials.

Cathedral of St Michael and St John Tour.

Cnr of William and Keppel. 2pm-4pm. This is a rare opportunity to see soem of the hidden treasures of Bathurst's Catholic Cathedral. View significant architectural features and explore the rich history of the faith that built this place of worship over the past 150 years. Afternoon tea will be available at the end of the tour. entry by gold coin. For more information call 6334 6400.

Esses Descent. The Esse Mount Panorama. 9am-4.30pm. Brought to you by the Bathurst Light Car Club. The Esses Descent will see competitors racing against the clock down through the Esses from Brock Skyline to Conrod Straight. This is a truly unique experience for competitors who normally race up the Esses. Free for spectators. For more information call 0408 659 862 or visit blcc.com.au

Long Swamp.

Connections to Trunkey Creek. Meet at Trunkey Creek rest area on Arthur Street, Trunkey Creek 1pm. Located 56km ssouth of Bathurst Trunkey Creek is steeped in history and has had a few name changes. With a diverse history ranging from the gold rush of 1868 to bushrangers roaming the area, there are many stories to be told. Join us for this two hour tour as we explore both Trunkey Creak and Long Swamp Cemetery. $5 per person call 6332 1444

Star Wars Masks.

Bathurst Library 70-78 Keppel Street from 10.30am until 12.30pm. Use the force and your craft skills to create a mask of your favourite Star Wars character. For 6-17 years. $10 per child. For more information call 6333 6281

PCYC holiday activities.

Adventure playground excursion and ball sports. For 5- 13 years. Cost: $25.00 (half day) or $40.00 (full day). Call 6331 2191

Torchlight Tour.

Australian Fossil and Mineral Museum 224 Howick Street 7.30-8.30pm. Spend an evening locked in the dark with three dinosaurs and a giant 13 metre crocodile! Take a tour of the Sommerville Collection by torchlight. Museum entry $14 adults, $8 child. To book call 6331 5511

Still Life with Fruit and Flowers with Joyette.

Bathurst Art Gallery 70-78 Keppel Street 10.30-12.30pm. For children aged 8-17 years old. Workshops are $10 per child and bookings are officially open. Although the Gallery is still closed for renovations we are taking bookings over the phone (02 6333 6555)

Snake Creations.

Bathurst Library 70-78 Keppel Street from 1.30pm until 3.30pm. Have fun making loads of different snakes. We will be using wool, fabric and cardboard to make a whole snake family for you to take home. For 6-17 years. $10 per child. For more information call 6333 6281

PCYC Holiday Activities

Multisport World Cup day. For 5- 13 years. Cost: $25.00 (half day) or $40.00 (full day). Call 6331 2191

Abercrombie House Kids Night Tours.

311 Ophir Road 6.30pm-8.30pm. Join us for a torch-light tour of Abercrombie House for kdis aged from 7 years. Wear comfortable clothes and walking shoes. Bring a torch. Tour concludes with hot chocolate and cookies. All tickets $15, bookings a must. Call 6331 4929 or visit abercrombiehouse.com.au

PCYC holiday activities.

Laser tag and outdoor games and circus. For 5- 13 years. Cost: $25.00 (half day) or $40.00 (full day). Call 6331 2191

Clay Play with Joyette.

Bathurst Art Gallery 70-78 Keppel Street 1.30-3.30pm. For children aged 7-17 years old. Workshops are $10 per child and bookings are officially open. Although the Gallery is still closed for renovations we are taking bookings over the phone (02 6333 6555)

Guided Bird study field trip with Chris Marshall.

Rahamim 34 Busby Street 8.30am. Join Rahamim Ecology Centre and experienced guide, Chris Marshall, on a guided woodland and forest bird study group. Travel to several special reserves to see and hear a diversity of native bird species while discussing why some have increased, others decreased and others reached the point of being threatened in their abundance. Explore the beautiful surrounds of the Bathurst area with moderate lengths of bush tracks and other bird and nature enthusiast! Bookings essential as places are strictly limited. For tickets visit www.rahamim.org.au

Gymnastics holiday fun.

17 Sheffield Place Kelso 10am. For 5 years old. Hand Apparatus. For bookings call 0431 215 525

Gymnastics holiday fun.

17 Sheffield Place Kelso 12pm. For 1-6 level. Level Development. For bookings call 0431 215 525

Fairy Fun.

Bathurst Library 70-78 Keppel Street from 10.30am until 12.30pm. Make a special fairy box that you can leave your tooth in for the tooth fairy or simply use it to store the letters you write to fairies. We'll also make some cardboard fairy wings. For 6-17 years. $10 per child. For more information call 6333 6281

Bee-Aware.

Bathurst Library 70-78 Keppel Street from 2pm until 3.30pm. May is Bee Awareness month and so in preparation we'll be making a beehive out of terracotta pots and decorating them with bees for you to put in your garden. For 6-17 years. $10 per child. For more information call 6333 6281

PCYC holiday activities.

Ten Pin Bowling and crafts. For 5- 13 years. Cost: $25.00 (half day) or $40.00 (full day). Call 6331 2191

Mirusia.

This Time Tomorrow. BMEC 105 William Street 7.30pm. Acclaimed as the Angel of Australia, Mirusia gained worldwide fame as the featured soprano soloist with Andre Rieu and the Johann Strauss Orchestra. Mirusia will be bringing her beautiful voice and charming personality back home to her Australian fans. She will be touring nationally, presenting her new concert program. Tickets $30 to book call 6333 6161

Bathurst District Historical Society Monthly Muster.

Uniting Church Hall William Street at 7.30pm. This months Muster features Andrew Fletcher - "World War 1 - A Statistical look at Bathurst Contribution". Andrew has for some time been working on those volunteers from Bathurst and district during the Great War when local young men volunteered to serve on the Western Front in France and Belgium as well as Gallipoli and the Middle East. Call Alan McRae 63315404.

Mixed Bag With Joyette.

Bathurst Art Gallery 70-78 Keppel Street 10.30-12.30pm. For children aged 7-17 years old. Workshops are $10 per child and bookings are officially open. Although the Gallery is still closed for renovations we are taking bookings over the phone (02 6333 6555)

Gymnastics holiday fun.

17 Sheffield Place Kelso 10am. For 5 years and over. Beginner-Intermediate Tumbling. For bookings call 0431 215 525

Gymnastics holiday fun.

17 Sheffield Place Kelso 12pm. For 1-5 level. Advanced Tumbling. For bookings call 0431 215 525