By Dominique Tassell
Allora’s set to entertain on Saturday 23 July with its events square for the Jumpers and Jazz in July Festival.
From 9 am to 3 pm on the corner of Warwick and Forde Street, there’s plenty on offer.
Allora Historical Museum, which incorporates the old Allora Shire building, will have a display of Allora and district history.
Attendees are sure to be impressed by the display of local women’s dressmaking, embroidery, crochet, knitting, and crafts.
St Andrew’s Hall will be displaying a privately-owned military collection, featuring items from the Boer War through to recent conflicts.
Owner Ray Cook will be giving a talk at 11 am and 1 pm.
A display by local collector, Bruce Gilbert, will also be on offer, featuring Light Horse Memorabilia.
The Drayton Street Museum will also be open, with a display of Allora military memorabilia and photos.
The Drayton Street Museum features the old courthouse and library, and an old school building.
Allora CWA will be serving Devonshire tea from 9 am, and will also serve hot soup and crusty bread rolls for lunch.
A craft stall will also be open, featuring beanies and scarves, baked goods, and more.
Scope Community Op-Shop will be opening for the occasion, and the United Church will be holding a material sale.
Entry to the military displays, and the two museums, is $15 in total.
Attendees are encouraged to register for the Allora Town Walk, for a guided walk around town.
The walk costs $10, and you can register by calling 0488 673 778 or by emialing adhssec@gmail.com
