Curious Kate

Organic Thoughts

Week three - June 18, 2008

• See

  The Band's Visit

  The Band's Visit is Israeli filmmaker Eran Kolirin's debut feature. It is a subtle, heartfelt, and humane work that goes a long way toward dissolving the incredibly complex cultural divide that continues to plague the Middle East.

  This film has already won 28 international awards. 98 of 99 critics gave it a positive review.

  Starts June 26 at Cinema Nova.

  

• Food

  Organica

  Organica has the best and freshest chicken sandwiches you'll find in Melbourne. They're so good they label them 'famous'. The cafe offers a choice of delicious organic options, from beef pies and soups to pasta or tofu rice salads. The blueberry & banana muffins look to die for!
  You can also stock up on some organic fresh & dry products for home and ready-to-heat dinners, although it's not the cheapest, it'll make you feel good!

  Location: 546 (rear) Malvern Road,Hawksburn Village,
  Prahran (enter via Errol St). Ph: (03) 9510 6787

  South Melbourne
  The Clarendon centre, 263 Clarendon Street. Ph: (03) 9696 8170

  Wholesale Kitchen email: wholesale@organica.com.au

  

• Watch

  Edward Scissorhands

  This 90s movie is worth revisiting, if not for the quirkiness of Tim Burton's direction, for Johnny Depps eyes - he says it all through those eyes!

  Images
  Watch the trailer.
  Buy the dvd.

  See the live show at The Arts Centre.

  

• Go

  art4Youth

  A Charity Art Exhibition.
  High School Art showcased to recognise the importance of Art by Youth.
  A fundraiser for Kids Help Line
  'No child should be left with the busy tone'
  On opening night (24 June 6pm-8.30pm) artwork will be auctioned off.

  Where: 12 Little Chapel St, Prahran
  When: 24.06.08 - 13.07.08
  Open Daily: 10.00am - 5pm

  

• Shop

  WunderKammer

  Wunderkammer translated means Wonder Chamber, which is exactly what this shop is. With a large array of taxidermy, fake and real human skulls, beautiful old school navigation and weather devices and so many more bizarre, interesting products. Great for the shopper who seeks something a little eccentric.

  Location: 439 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne
  Ph: 03 9642 4694
  Opening Hours: Tue-Fri 10am-6pm & Sat 10am-4pm

  

• Bambini

  Kryal Castle

  Kryal Castle is a medieval castle! A short trip from Melbourne, tucked away amongst the hills just out of Ballarat.

  A great day outing for the whole family with medieval re enactments, fun games and shows.

  How to Get There: 8 kilometres East of Ballarat on the Western Highway
  Phone (03) 5334 7388
  10am - 5pm, 7 days a week
  Admission charged.

  

• Read

  It's Not How Good You Are, It's How Good You Want To Be

  This book is a concise guide to making the most of yourself - a pocket 'bible' for the talented and timid to make the unthinkable thinkable and the impossible possible.
  Paul Arden offers insight into such subjects as the value of being fired and why it's often better to be wrong than to be right.
  Whether you are a school leaver, self employed or a managing director, this book is invaluable for everyone who aspires to succeed.
  Buy it here.

  

• Listen

  Katy Perry

  Katy Perry's latest single "I Kissed A Girl" is original, addictive and hard not to want to sing along to.
  This American singer, songwriter and sometime actress is worth checking out. Her previously released single "Ur So Gay" is also a wonderful collection of witty, unique lyrics.
  Listen here.
  Buy her album, One Of The Boys.

  

• After Dark

  Cold War Kids

  The Cold War Kids are touring Melbourne.

  When: Wednesday 6th August
  Doors Open 6pm
  Cost: $57.70 + fees

  Playing at The Palace
  Buy tickets.
  Watch their first single clip Hang Me up to Dry from their debut album Robbers & Cowards.
  Buy album

  

• Tech Heads

  Temporary Lock

  Do you ever feel like locking yourself away?
  Well this portable temporary lock comes in very handy for just that, at home, the office or on holiday.