Hayes Theatre Co presents Gilbert and Sullivan's beloved comedy HMS Pinafore at Cessnock Performing Arts Centre this Saturday night. Tickets: 4993 4266 or cessnockperformingartscentre.com.au.

East Cessnock Bowling Club, Saturday, March 7, 6pm

Cessnock's own Troy O'Meley will take on Adrian Rodriguez for the Australian Super Welterweight Title at East Cessnock Bowling Club this Saturday night. Tickets are available from the club, with general admission $40; reserved seating $60, and VIP catered tables of 10 for $2000. Read more here.

Cessnock Library, Monday, March 9, 10am-12pm

Find out more about Cessnock's inspiring, yet hidden, local heroines at this International Women's Day event at Cessnock Library. Entry by gold coin donation; proceeds to Jodie's Place.

Kurri Seniors Citizens Centre, Monday, March 9, 10am.

Kurri Retired Mineworkers' next meeting will be held at Kurri Senior Citizens Centre on Monday at 10am. All retirees and pensioners are welcome.

Cessnock Leagues Club, Tuesday, March 10, 7am

Cessnock Chamber of Commerce will hold its monthly networking breakfast at Cessnock Leagues Club this coming Tuesday. The guest speaker will be Dr Paula Robinson, who will discuss wellbeing. Tickets: at cessnockchamber.com.au.

Australia Hotel Friday, Bobby C.

Bellbird Hotel Saturday, Kempy.

Bellbird Workers Club Wednesday, country music club.

Cessnock Leagues Club Friday, Tim Usher. Saturday, The Big Bang.

Cypress Lakes Resort Saturday, Emily Smith.

East Cessnock Bowling Club Friday, Andrew G. Saturday, Veronika.

Ellalong Hotel Sunday, Catherine Britt's Bush Pubs Tour ft. Kora Naughton, Sammy White, Conor McCamley and Natalie Henry.

Greta Workers Club Friday, Pat vs Cat.

Harrigan's Irish Pub Pokolbin Friday, Greg Bryce Band. Saturday, Levymen, Pocket Aces. Sunday, Two Piece Feed.

Hotel Cessnock Friday, Daniel Newberry.

Neath Hotel Saturday, Mick Jones.

Pedens Hotel Friday, Matt McLaren.

Potters Brewery Friday, Jackson Halliday.

Royal Federal Hotel Branxton Friday, Soundabout. Saturday, Codi Kaye Band.

Vincent Street Kitchen and Bar Cessnock Friday, Jasmine Atkins. Saturday, Outerphase.

Cessnock Performing Arts Centre, Saturday, March 14

The Robertson Brothers 1960s Variety TV Show, featuring the Robertson Brothers and Simon Brook McLachlan, will take you on a trip down memory lane, celebrating celebrate all the hits of rock n' roll superstars such as The Everly Brothers, Frankie Valli and Four Seasons, The Bee Gees and The Hollies. Read more here.

Roche Estate, Saturday, March 14

Boutique dance music extravaganza Wine Machine is coming back to the Hunter Valley next month with a stellar lineup of acts on the bill, including Hot Dub Time Machine, The Naked & Famous, The Jungle Giants, Bag Raiders, Regard, Alice Ivy, Young Franco, Don West and sommelier Danny Clayton. Free tickets are on offer for emergency services personnel. Read more here.

East Cessnock Bowling Club, Saturday, March 21, 7pm

A sports-themed trivia night will be held at East Cessnock Bowling Club on Saturday, March 21 to raise funds for sporting groups in bushfire-affected areas. Entry is $10 per person with teams of eight welcome. Entry forms are available at the club and are due back by March 16. Contact Peter Conroy on peterconroy314@gmail.com for more information.

Multiple venues around Kurri Kurri, March 27-29

The Kurri Kurri Nostalgia Festival is just over four weeks away. With classic cars, vintage fashion and rock 'n' roll music, there's something for everyone to enjoy throughout the three-day festival. View the program at kurrikurrinostalgiafestival.com.au.

Vincent Street Kitchen and Bar, Sunday, March 29, 2.30pm

The Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service Cessnock Support Group will host a high tea fundraiser at Vincent Street Kitchen and Bar on Sunday, March 29 at 2.30pm. The cost of $40 includes a delicious high tea, a glass of champagne or juice on arrival, and a ticket in the lucky door prize draw. It's a perfect opportunity to enjoy a lovely social afternoon while supporting the Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service. RSVP to Patsy on 0417 901 146 by March 20.

Cessnock CBD, Sunday, April 5, 10am-4pm

The fifth annual Cessnock Stomp Festival will be held on Sunday, April 5, with more than 30 wineries, breweries and distilleries, market stalls, entertainment, kids activities and grape-stomping competitions. Read more here.

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