After hanging out a load of washing, we drove to town to do a couple of errands, then rewarded ourselves with coffee. Bluey was very tolerant of a sticky toddler who kept cuddling him.
The critters have been behaving very well, and been friendly with each other. Tilly jumps into the laundry basket whenever I go to the clothesline.
I visited the Bendigo Gallery to see the exhibition Paris, Impressions of Life 1880-1925. This was an interesting collection of paintings, posters, and dresses. It has brought many visitors to Bendigo.
The gallery buildings are interesting in themselves.
Many other historic buildings surround the arts precinct on View Street.
This Federation era house is used as medical consulting rooms. Intricate timber work adorns the veranda and turret and roof supports.
We had dinner at the small Italian restaurant Borchelli, directly opposite the Bendigo Gallery. Our meals were good but not fantastic. We booked for 5pm and our inside table was booked again for 6.30pm, then 8pm, so it is very popular. A steady stream of takeaway meals also left the building. The restaurant had posters and other adjournments supporting the Gallery’s exhibition. Nearby shops also had clever displays featuring Paris.
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