Melbourne is the events capital of Australia, but sometimes it is easy to miss out on the gems because there are too many to choose from. Each week I want you to tell me where to go.

Send me to events, exhibitions, shows, local markets, and I will report back and provide you with details on what is worth checking out.

If you want to promote your event email me and I can promote it in the weekly blog. Email misseventful@3aw.com.au.

THIS WEEK’S RECOMMENDATIONS:

Soft Belly Comedy

Sunday nights from 6:30pm

They say laughter is the best medicine and a cheap laugh is even better.

The very best of Australian comedy perform every Sunday night at a small bar in the city and it is only $12.

This week Adam Hills will host the night which will feature Glenn Robbins, Hannah Gasby, Jeff Stilson, Josh Earl and Tommy Dassalo.

The night will sell out so make sure you get in early. First in first served. Tickets can be bought at the door on the night at Softbelly 367 Little Bourke street in the city.

Teddy Bear’s Picnic

Sunday 26^th February, 2012

Australian comedian Dave O’Neil will join children’s characters Angelina Ballerina and Scooby Doo for the annual Teddy Bear’s picnic at Ripponlea.

Entertainment includes storytelling, pony rides, an animal farm, circus performers, dance workshops and stage shows.

Tickets will be available at the gate or you can book online.

www.ripponleaestate.com.au

Melbourne Indigenous Arts Festival

Friday 10 – 12^th February, 2012

The inaugural Melbourne Indigenous Arts Festival will open Friday 10^th February with Troy Cassar- Daley taking to the stage at Federation Square to kick off the event.

The three day festival will include theatre, music writing, film, cabaret, dance and more.

www.melbourne.vic.gov.au/iaf

When speaking to reporters after being forced out of the South Melbourne Parish last week, Father Bob said he wouldn't mind being a 'nomad' for awhile.

With the help of 3AW and Prestige Jayco, Father Bob's nomadic wish been enabled as Melbourne's most popular priest was awarded with a brand new motor home this morning.

Listen to Father Bob discuss his post-retirement plans with Denis Walter below.

PLAY: Father Bob and Denis Walter shoot the breeze on 3AW Afternoons

IMAGE: Father Bob and Denis Walter in front of Bob's brand new motor home

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UPDATE: Denis Walter thanks listeners, website readers, Twitter followers and Facebook fans but he reckons he knows what his mystery fruit is now; Garcinia!

EARLIER: Denis Walter really wants to know what fruit this is.

We have posted the image on Twitter and Facebook as well as here in the hope we get a definitive answer.

Suggestions so far include; choko, custard apple, fig, a type of quince, a crab apple, a sign of global warming, a green guava, an artichoke.

Little help? Email dwalter@3aw.com.au

IMAGE 1: Denis Walter's fruit.

IMAGE 2: Garcinia, which Denis Walter believes his fruit is.

3AW Food - Eating Melbourne

3AW is Food: Melburnians love to eat so it's fortunate we live in the culinary capital of Australia. On this dedicated food page you will find the latest recipes by Bob Hart as well as Tony Leonard's Pub of the Week reviews. La Luna head chef Adrian Richardson also serves up a dish from his own cook book and food reviewer Ela Carte visits one of Melbourne's hottest eateries weekly.

Iconic Australian singer John Williamson entertained 3AW listeners on Tuesday with his friendly chat and great in-studio performance.

Watch the video below.

Denis Walter's Afternoons page

3AW Afternoons provides a feast of entertainment and helpful information between 12 and 4pm every Monday to Friday. Denis Walter, one of 3AW's favourites, hosts the program each day - with highlights regularly uploaded to 3AW.com.au.

Melbourne is the events capital of Australia, but sometimes it is easy to miss out on the gems because there are too many to choose from. Each week I want you to tell me where to go.

Send me to events, exhibitions, shows, local markets, and I will report back and provide you with details on what is worth checking out.

If you want to promote your event email me and I can promote it in the weekly blog. Email misseventful@3aw.com.au.

THIS WEEK’S RECOMMENDATIONS:

Father Bob’s final service

After 48 years, educating and entertaining those who have attended his Parish, Father Bob will deliver his final mass this Sunday.

The service will start at 10am at South Melbourne’s St Peter and Paul’s Church on the corner of Dorcas and Montague street and it is expected to draw a crowd of thousands.

Regardless of your religious beliefs, Father Bob’s service is bound to be one you will never forget.

Moonlight Cinema

If you’re in the mood for romance or looking for fun with friends, head down to Moonlight Cinema.

You can pack a picnic and a rug or hire a bean bed from the venue and relax as you take in a new release or a golden oldie.

The films usually screen from Tuesday through to Sunday nights and start at about 8.30

www.moonlight.com.au

Between the Bays – Music Festival

Saturday 25^th January, 2012

Pack the car and head down to the beautiful surrounds of the Mornington Peninsula for the Between the Bays music festival.

The family friendly festival will include performances by Mark Seymour, Custard and Jordie Lane

There will be a huge range of local gourmet food and drink and a variety of market stalls you can wonder through

Gates open at 11am and the last band will finish at about 9pm.

www.betweenthebays.com