Around Town

with Terra Sword

Around Town is a free listing for non-profit organisations and community groups. Written notices can be either emailed to terra@echonews.com, faxed to 6622 1791, posted to PO Box 37, Lismore, or dropped into The Echo office by Monday 5pm, prior to Thursday publication.

Trivia night

CASPA Trivia Night held Nov 6 at Bexhill Community Hall from 5pm. Loads of prizes, music, singing, games, supper etc. Suggested donation $5pp. Kids welcome. Proceeds to Children's Xmas Appeal. Bookings 6621 5446.

Jazz concert

Jazz on the Plateau with the Caxton Street Jazz Band held Nov 13 at the A'ville Leisure & Entertainment Ctr. $25 incl supper. Pre-sold tickets only. Proceeds to local charities. Bookings Janette 6628 3614.

Counsellor training

Lismore & District Financial Counselling Service is running a financial counselling training course in Feb, 2005. To attend people must complete a Counselling Skills Course in Lismore from Nov 17-19. Bookings by Nov 10 to 6622 2171.

Film fundraiser

Lismore & District Women's Health Ctr presents a screening of 'Osama' (the first entirely Afghan film made since the fall of the Taliban) on Nov 18 at Lismore Cinemas from 6pm. Tickets $12. Bookings 6621 9800.

Voluntary treasurer

CASPA is looking for someone with a sound background in accounting or financial management to be part of a team that cares for young people in our community. Must commit to 1 meeting per month. Info Denise 6621 5446.

War research

Research on John Levy 'Jack' O'Connor & the units in which he served in WWI: Australian Naval & Military Expeditionary Force, 3rd Battalion AIF & 20th Battalion AIF. Like to make contact with descendants of others who served in the units. Email liam3@cyllene.uwa.edu.au.

Narcotics anon

Narcotics Anonymous: meeting times & hotline 6680 7280.

Bill's team

Why not join a friendly group of volunteers? Bill suffered a serious head injury after a car accident 14yrs ago & needs help to assist with exercises. Just 2hrs p/wk, fortnight or on an on-call basis. Info Sharon 6624 7512.

Volunteers needed

A'ville Adventist Aged Care Facility are seeking volunteer staff to work with the visiting physiotherapist & activity officer. Duties incl exercise, foot spas, massages etc. Training provided. Info Kaye 6628 1944.

Learn French

Alliance Francaise Cote du Nord holds regular social meets for people speaking or wanting to learn French language/culture. Lessons 6624 2024 (Marie) or other enquiries 6625 1439 (Danielle).

Social dancing

Modern, new vogue, R&R & old time Social Dancing held every Fri at the Italo Club from 7.30pm. $5pp incl supper. All welcome. Info Patsy 6625 1612.

Helicopter housie

New Life Saver Rescue Helicopter Super Cash Housie every Fri at the Lismore City Bowling Club from 7.30pm. More cash to be won, unlimited call Jackpot, lucky door prizes, raffles & more! All welcome.

Siddha yoga

Siddha Yoga Meditation every second Fri from 7-8.30pm. No charge. Info Liora 6624 4216.

Spinners club

Lismore Spinners & Weavers meet Fri, Oct 29 at McLeans Ridges Hall from 10am. Bring lunch & have a great time. Info Lorraine 6624 2025 or Kay 6629 1510.

U3A forum

U3A NR Friday Forum held Fri, Oct 29 at the G'bah RSL Sports Club from 10am-12pm. Topic: Could vigilantism help to achieve a workable society? Visitors welcome. Info Shirley 6624 3022.

Carers forum

Carers Forum for families & carers of people who have sustained a brain injury held Nov 17 at Invercauld House, G'bah from 9am-3.30pm. Guest speakers, food provided. RSVP by Fri, Oct 29 to 6620 2111.

Reclaim the Night

All women & children invited to Reclaim the Night & rally in protest of all forms of violence & abuse on Fri, Oct 29 outside ACE, cnr Magellan & Carrington St, from 5.30pm. Performers, dance, art exhibit etc. All welcome.

Op Shop sale

'The Shed' Op Shop Closing Down Sat, Oct 30 at Cynthia Wilson Dr (behind Blinky's Childcare) from 9am-3pm. Furniture, bric-a-brac, clothing ($3 per bag) etc. Lots of bargains. Everything must go! Info 6622 2122.

Birth education

Natural Birth Education & Research Ctr Opening Day Sat, Oct 30 at 273 Lindendale Rd (off Bruxner H'way, W'bar) from 2pm. Photo exhibit, performances, kids entertainment, tours etc. All welcome.

Polio support

NR Post Polio Support Group meets Sat, Oct 30 at the Lismore Workers Club from 1.30-3pm. Screening of Danish video 'The Epidemic'. Must see for all polio survivors. Info Rosalie 6622 0307 or Fay 6687 5852.

Pap test reminder

Reminder that pap tests are avail at Lismore Family Planning Service on Sat mornings & all day Mon & Thurs. Contraception, breast exams, STD testing, menopause support & more. Appointments 6620 7660.

Pony club day

Nimbin Pony Club fundraising day Sun, Oct 31 at Wadeville Woolies (Sid's) from 2-6pm. BBQ, raffles, live music etc. Bring a carved pumpkin or dress up in Halloween gear to win prizes. Entry by gold coin.

Singles BBQ

NR Over 30's Singles Club BBQ held Sun, Oct 31 at Missingham Bridge, Ballina. BYO food, drinks & kids. Look for the Aussie flag. Info Anne 6628 1479 or Pauline 6680 1489.

Dog wash-a-thon

Dirty Dog Wash-A-Thon held Sun, Oct 31 at the Ballina Council Dog Shelter from 8am-1pm. Hydro bath, flee rinse, ear clean etc for $10. Proceeds to care for unwanted animals. Info Janet 6624 1801.

Yamba trip

Richmond River Historical Society bus trip to Yamba held Sun, Oct 31. Bus leaves Lismore Regional Museum, 165 Molesworth St, at 10am & returns 4pm. $25pp incl lunch. Bookings & info 6621 9993.

Country fun

St Peter's & St Paul's Anglican Church Tregeagle presents a Country & Western Afternoon with Marge Graham, Check 2 & other artists on Sun, Oct 31 at the Tregeagle Hall from 1pm. $6pp incl arvo tea. All welcome. Info Dorothy 6629 5250.

Morning music

Morning Melodies held Mon, Nov 1 at the Casino Golf Club from 10.30am with Peter Coad & the Coad Sisters. Music, humour & fun for the whole family. Proceeds to St Michael's Hostel.

Swim club

Duck Crk Mountain Adult Swim Club meets every Mon at the Summit Sports & Fitness Ctr from 7pm with Ken Malcolm. All ages & abilities welcome. Pool entry + $5 for coaching. Info Therese 6624 2289.

Camera club

Lismore Camera Club meets Mon, Nov 1 at the Lismore Workers Club from 7.30pm. Set subject: dawn or dusk. Viewpoint: APS slide presentation. Hand in entries for print & slide comp. Info Marie 6621 6187.

Hoi afternoon

Pimlico Ladies Charitable Org Inc Hoi Afternoon held Mon, Nov 1 at Pimlico Hall from 1.30pm. Entry $3 & raffle $1 (incl homemade arvo tea). Charity: Ballina Rest Home. Info Gwenda 6683 4354.

Mental health

The Mental Health Family & Carers Support Group meets Mon, Nov 1 at 48 Uralba St from 10am. We are here for you. Info 6622 2669.

Tae Kwon Do

Rhee Tae Kwon Do, the Korean martial art, held Mon & Wed at G'bah & W'bar public schools from 6.30-7.30pm. Great fun & fitness for the whole family.

Preschool open

G'bah Preschool Open Days held Mon, Nov 1 & Thurs, Nov 4 behind the fire station, Spring Avenue, G'bah from 3.30-6pm. Info Janette 6624 1422.

Vision support

Lismore Vision Impaired Support Group meets Tues, Nov 2 at the Lismore Workers Club from 1.30pm. All welcome! Info Ann 6688 8269 or Peg 6628 0978.

Country mums club

Child, husband & partner free night for mums Tues, Nov 2 at Clovass Community Ctr from 7pm. Each month different theme (this month smorgasbord) & everyone brings plate to share. Entry $2. Info 6663 1377.

U3A talk

U3A NR Tuesday Talk held Tues, Nov 2 at the G'bah RSL Sports Club from 1.30-3.30pm. Topic: Melbourne Cup celebrations. Visitors welcome. Info Hugh 6621 5894.

PASS meet

Parents of Autistic Spectrum Support meet Tues, Nov 2 at the Ballina RSL Club from 10am. Speaker: Meryl Dory representing the Australian Vaccination Network. No evening meeting on this date. Info Susan 6622 3953.

Parenting skills

Family Support Network, Lismore, is running a 6wk Parenting Program starting Tues, Nov 2 from 10am-12pm. The program is free & childcare is avail. Bookings essential to 6621 2489.

U3A courses

Each term the University of the 3rd Age (U3A) runs courses in many interesting subjects, such as the 'understanding your motor car' course. Each Tues from 10am-12pm at the Lismore RSL Club. Info 6633 7002.

Toastmasters

Improve listening, speaking, presentation & humour skills in a friendly & supportive atmosphere with Daylight Toastmasters. Next meet Tues, Nov 2 at the Lismore Workers Club from 9.45am. Info Terry 6624 1836.

Toy library

Lismore Toy Library is a community toy lending service. Open Tues & Sat 9.30-11.30am during school term at the G'bah Community Ctr. Toys for kids 0-12yrs. Volunteers always welcome. Info 6689 5329.

Karate for all

Come & learn Yoseikan-Ryu Karate in a family atmosphere. No contracts, small fee. Held every Tues & Thurs at 46 Newbridge St, Sth Lismore. Juniors 5.30pm, seniors 6.30pm. Info Di 6621 7039.

Greens meet

S/Land Greens monthly meeting held Wed, Nov 3 at the Lismore Workers Club from 6pm. All welcome. Info Jenny 6622 1231.

Trefoil guild

Richmond River Trefoil Guild meets Wed, Nov 3 at the park behind the tennis courts on Pearce's Creek Rd, A'ville from 10.30am. Bring a picnic lunch & fold-up chair. Info Lorraine 6686 2777.

Pregnancy group

Pregnancy & Postnatal Group meets Wed at the Uniting Church, Dibbs St, Lismore from 9.30am-12.30pm. Yoga, sharing circle & education. $10pp. Women at all stages welcome. Info 6621 9800.

A'ville Playgroup

A'ville Playgroup meets Wed, Thurs & Fri from 9.30-11.30am. Safe, fun environment for kids 0-5yrs. Lots of toys & games. Come & meet new friends. Dads always welcome. Info Cilla 6628 0679.

Pregnancy group

Pregnancy & Postnatal Group meets Thurs at Birth & Beyond, Nimbin from 10.15am-1pm. Yoga, sharing circle & education. $8pp. Positive, joyful & safe space for women to focus on their pregnancy. Info 6621 9800.

Film fundraiser

Lismore Challenge film fundraiser (The Life & Death of Peter Sellers starring Geoffrey Rush) held Thurs, Nov 4 at Lismore Cinemas from 6pm. Tickets $12. Nibbles & lucky door prize. Bookings 6627 5000 or 6621 2232.

Linux group

G'bah Linux Users Group meets Thurs, Nov 4 at the G'bah Medical Ctr from 7.30-10.30pm. Members happy to give advice & help answer questions about computers. All welcome.

Meditations

Earth Healing Meditations at 12pm every Thurs at the Tara Healing Ctr, which has been dedicated to serving humanity & the Earth through the Heart of Love. 138 Laurel Ave, Lismore. Info Judi 6624 3966.

Day view lunch

A'ville W'bar Day View Club luncheon meeting Nov 8 at the Pickle Palm Restaurant, W'bar Tavern, from 10.30am. Bookings or cancellations by Thurs, Nov 4 to Bev 6628 3566 or Jill 6628 1640.

Refugee support

Rural Australians for Refugees meet Thurs, Nov 4 at the downstairs meeting room at Lismore Library, cnr Magellan & Keen Sts, from 5.30pm. Info Lynda 6688 8198.

Parenting class

Free Parenting Class presented by the Ballina Byron Family Ctr on Thurs, Nov 4 at the Wardell Access Space from 10am-12pm. Childcare avail. Bookings essential to Lucy 6683 4867 (Wed to Fri).