WHAT’S ON: Brimbank, North West

NITRO THUNDER

Championship racing returns to Calder Park on October 16, with the venue hosting a round of the national drag racing series for the first time since 2001. Top Fuel dragsters, top bikes and pro stock motorcycles will compete for championship points. Tickets available at the gate. General admission $35, concession $20, children 12 and under free.

www.calderparkdragracing.com.au

SCHOOL CENTENARY

Sunshine Technical School’s former students and staff are invited to a centenary celebration with food stalls, memorabilia, and more. Corner of Graham and Derby streets, 10am-4pm this Sunday.

■ 8311 5245

EXHIBITION

Sunshine Historical Society’s Curators’ Choice is a collection of photos and artefacts reflecting the suburb’s heritage. The exhibition examines glass photographic negatives, which curator Alan Dash uncovered in the society’s collection. From 9am-5pm, October 21,
Hunt Club Community Arts Centre, 775 Ballarat Road, Deer Park.

■ 9249 4600

KIDS’ DAY OUT

Enjoy Brimbank’s Children’s Week feature day on October 27, with Justine Clarke on the main stage at 11.30am and 1.40pm, followed by a meet and greet. There are also free shadow-puppet workshops, puppet shows, arts and crafts, face painting, balloon art, dance shows, kite flying, cheerleading and tennis. 11am-4pm, 80 Copperfield Drive, Delahey.

■ 9249 4607