# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Twilight Talks: Focus on Ballarat - Nostalgic memories of STawell & Ballarat - 1950s & 1960s
- **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 29 Apr, 2026 at 07:30 am – Wed, 29 Apr, 2026 at 08:30 am (+10:00)
- **Event Description**: Guest Speaker: Geoff Carr, author of 'Dickie Larsen's Pumpkin & Other Stories'

Geoff Carr is a Ballarat-based author of short stories inspired by his childhood. He grew up in the Wimmera town of Stawell and cherished his caring and loving upbringing enveloped in the blue silhouettes of the famous Grampians and lesser- known Black Ranges. This was the setting before commencing his teaching career and settling in Ballarat for over fifty years.

'Dickie Larsen’s Pumpkin; Other Stories' is a collection of short stories that presents a sentimental portrait of boyhood and bush life told through Carr’s quintessentially Australian humour and country charm.

Find out more go to: https://ballaratmi.org.au/twilight-talks
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ballarat/twilight-talks-focus-on-ballarat-nostalgic-memories-of-stawell-and-ballarat-1950s-and-1960s/200029879192242
- **Event Categories**: art, literary-art
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 22

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Ballarat
- **state**: VI
- **country**: Australia
- **location**: 117-119 Sturt Street, Ballarat, VIC, Australia, Victoria 3350
- **lat**: -37.56252
- **long**: 143.85852
- **full address**: 117-119 Sturt Street, Ballarat, VIC, Australia, Victoria 3350

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Twilight Talks: Focus on Ballarat - Nostalgic memories of STawell & Ballarat - 1950s & 1960s being held?
  - **A:** Twilight Talks: Focus on Ballarat - Nostalgic memories of STawell & Ballarat - 1950s & 1960s takes place on Wed, 29 Apr, 2026 at 07:30 am to Wed, 29 Apr, 2026 at 08:30 am at 117-119 Sturt Street, Ballarat, VIC, Australia, Victoria 3350.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Twilight Talks: Focus on Ballarat - Nostalgic memories of STawell & Ballarat - 1950s & 1960s?
  - **A:** Twilight Talks: Focus on Ballarat - Nostalgic memories of STawell & Ballarat - 1950s & 1960s is organized by Ballaarat Mechanics' Institute.
- **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at Ballaarat Mechanics' Institute's events?
  - **A:** Attendees have given Ballaarat Mechanics' Institute a rating of 5/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. Ballaarat Mechanics' Institute has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Twilight Talks: Focus on Ballarat - Nostalgic memories of STawell & Ballarat - 1950s & 1960s is ideal for comedy fans, stand-up enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a dedicated session of curated laughs, professional acts, and sharp wit from seasoned performers. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Ballarat, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Twilight Talks: Focus on Ballarat - Nostalgic memories of STawell & Ballarat - 1950s & 1960s sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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