The Point Puer Boys' Prison was setup in 1834 and was the first attempt by the British Empire to rehabilitate boys convicted of crimes. They hoped to create model citizens and had guards not been illiterate and violent criminals, they may have succeeded. This play follows some boys who arrive at the prison and will be on stage on Friday from 11am and 7.30pm. Tickets are available at the Griffith Regional Theatre.

Touring exhibition of Southern Highland Printmakers arrives

First formed 24 years ago, the Southern Highland Printmakers are a group of 28 exhibiting artists. All artists have connections with the Southern Tablelands between Sydney and Canberra, and have each chosen a starting point for their work whether it's Australia's colonial artists like Joseph Lycett, or the modern greats or the crafts of Australia's first peoples. The exhibition runs until August 11.

Bestselling author Tony Park to visit Griffith on Saturday

Straight from the plains of South Africa, author Tony Park will be giving a talk about his latest book at the Griffith Library. Mr Park's latest book is Ghosts of the Past, based on the true story of Edward Lionel Presgrave who joined a fight against colonial overlords in German South West Africa or present day Namibia. Mr Park will speak deliver his talk at 10am.

Weekend nightlife

Griffith's Southside Leagues Club hosts Sarbear and the Mad Coats from 8.30pm on Friday. Ben Ceccato takes the stage at the Exies Club on Saturday from 8pm on Saturday. The Lolohea Brothers will perform at the Southside Leagues Club at 8.30pm on Saturday.

Fresh food, crafts and more at Griffith Showgrounds

Griffith Rotary's markets open from 7am until midday on Sunday. Stallholders will have everything from locally grown fruit and veg to home-made garden furniture and more.

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