Where? Eurobar, Northbridge WA
When? Sunday, 14th August, 2011

Bossa Nova is more alive then ever through the voice of Brazilian singer Juliana Areias, who returns to The Ellington Jazz Club. Juliana brings with her the magic subtleties, stories and the evolution of the bossa rhythm that has inspired people to sway gently for over 50 years. Known as The Bossa Nova Baby - a nickname given by Brazilian journalist Ruy Castro (author of Bossa Nova's history book Chega de Saudade) - Juliana's love for this seductive music evolved into a desire to become a professional singer after meeting and learning directly from some of its creators.

Nidia Hansen is a Colombian-born contemporary artist who lives in Perth, Western Australia. Her modern paintings are inspired by her interest in organics, underwater life and metaphysics. She uses acrylics, oils, mixed media and organic materials. With her nature-based style Nidia reveals a passion and talent for the use of bold colors and balanced compositions. She focuses on simplicity but with great visual effect, creating unique works with a mystical air.

Mostly self-taught, her art works are produced on a series of themes to created evocative art over canvas and paper. Nidia's creative work is inspired and explored through photography and experimentation. She researches inspirational subjects for patterns and rhythms of life, the hidden order, fractal geometry, and metaphysics.

Where? Atwell Art Centre, 586 Canning Highway, Alfred Cove WA
When? 6th - 11th September, 2011

Celebración de la independencia de México

Where? Perth City Hall, Perth WA
When? Saturday, 17th September, 2011
More: www.fomexwa.blogspot.com

Where? Dolphin Theatre UWA, Nedlands WA
When? 16th - 24th September, 2011

Where? Kulcha, 13 South Terrace, Fremantle WA
When? 4th - 30th September, 2011
FREE ENTRY

Where? Supreme Court Gardens, Perth WA
When? Friday 7th & Sunday 9th October, 2011
More: www.oktoberfest2011.com.au

Prices: Table $15 | Bar $10 - Click here to book!

Where? The Ellington Jazz Club, 191 Beaufort St, Perth WA
When? Wednesday, 19th October, 2011

Where? Floreat Beach WA
When? Saturday, 22nd October, 2011
More: www.brazilwa.co

Where? Cinema Paradiso, 164 James st, Northbridge WA
When? 13th-26th October, 2011
More: www.italianfilmfestival.com.au