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.

Urgent reminder to contributors:

To ensure accuracy, ALL notices for 2005 must be re-submitted, even if details remain the same. Fax and email details are above or phone me direct on 6622 2888 to discuss. Thanks everyone - Terra.

TAFE course

In 2005 W'bar TAFE is offering a free Statement in General Education, with a focus on learning skills for further education and jobs in many fields, in particular the welfare industry. Info Pam 6620 4235.

Career women

In 2005, W'bar TAFE is offering a Career Education & Employment for Women Course to learn skills for the hospitality industry. Gain essential qualifications such as Responsible Service of alcohol. Info 6620 4200.

KHS reunion

Kyogle High School will be celebrating 50yrs of public education on Oct 1, 2005. All ex-students & staff invited. Daytime events at school followed by informal dinner at Kyogle Bowling Club. Info 6632 1300 or 6632 1556.

Birth education

Child Birth Education Ctr has pre & post natal yoga, natural childbirth education plus a midwife, hospital birth support services, masseurs, newborn aquatics etc. Avail at 273 Lindendale Rd, Lismore. Info 6629 5155.

Bi-cultural group

Expressions of interest wanted & needed to form a support group for women living in bi-cultural relationships. Info Kim 6688 4529.

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.

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).

Helicopter housie

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.

Over 50s Xmas

Lismore Over 50's Learning Ctr will wind up their last term for the year with a bigger than ever Xmas Party on Fri, Dec 10 at the Italo Club. Info Ann 6621 7790 or Peggy 6624 1847.

Parkinson support

NR Parkinson Support Group Annual Xmas luncheon held Fri, Dec 10 at the Ballina Hospital solarium from 10.30am. Supports Parkinson's patients with social contact & general info. New members welcome. RSVP to Gerri 6628 8278.

U3A forum

U3A NR Friday Forum held Fri, Dec 10 at the G'bah RSL Sports Club from 10am-12pm. Topic: What conditions are needed for successful community organisations? Visitors welcome. Info Shirley 6624 3022.

Christmas stall

Xmas Stall held Fri, Dec 10 at Lismore Uniting Church grounds, cnr Keen & Woodlark St, from 8.30am. Cakes, pudding, other goodies & plants. Info 6621 5801.

Inner Sanctvm

Students & associates of the Inner Sanctvm are warmly invited to an end of the year get together on Fri, Dec 10 at the Inner Sanctvm from 6.30pm. Kids welcome. BYO & a plate to share. Love to have you there! RSVP to 6622 7478.

Xmas morn tea

Casino Branch of the United Hospitals Auxiliary is holding an Xmas Morning Tea on Fri, Dec 10 at St Mark's Anglican Hall from 10am. Lucky door prizes, raffle, entertainment etc. $5pp. Info 6662 7238 or 6662 2560.

Xmas in the park

Xmas in the Park, a community Xmas party for G'bah resident, held Fri, Dec 10 at Elders Memorial Park from 4-7pm. Santa visit, carol singing, BBQ, face painting & games (all free!). Bring a blanket to sit on. All welcome.

Carers Xmas

Ballina Byron Carers Support Group Xmas Morning Tea held Tues, Dec 14 at the Crowley Retirement Village Chapel tea room from 10am-12pm. Bring a small plate to share, a friend & new ideas for the group in 2005. For respite phone Gail by Fri, Dec 10 on 1800 059 059.

Mahjong

The Ballina Mahjong Club meets every Fri at the Ballina Bridge Ctr, Nth Crk Rd, Ballina, from 1-4.30pm. New & experienced players all welcome. Tuition is avail. Info 6681 1110.

Cake decorators

The FNC Branch of Cake Decorators last meeting for 2004 will be an Xmas Party on Sat, Dec 11 at the home of Mary Underhill, 57 McKenzie St, Lismore, from 10.30am for morn tea. Please bring lunch to share. Group will then be in recess until Feb 12, 2005. Info Lorraine 6686 2777.

X-Service women

S/Land X-Service Women's Xmas luncheon held Sat, Dec 11 at the G'bah RSL Sports Club from 12noon. Info 6621 5312.

Seniors Xmas

Nimbin, Coffee Camp & Goolmangar Seniors (65+) Xmas Party held Sat, Dec 11 at Nimbin Bowling Club from 1.30-3.30pm. Bring a present (less than $1) for Santa's bag. Free arvo tea. Music, singing & dance performances. Transport avail on 6689 1709.

Singles dinner

NR Single's Club is having a dinner at Lennox Head on Sat, Dec 11. If you would like to come along & meet some great people & enjoy some superb food then just give us a ring. Info Anne 6628 1479 or Pauline 6680 1489.

Family BBQ

Annual Family BBQ Rock Valley Hall Fundraiser held Sat, Dec 11 at the hall from 6pm. Steak, salad & sweets. Fully licensed. Adults $11, kids 5-12yrs $5.50 & family concessions. Santa for the kids, lucky wheel, supper provided. Bring the kids & help support our hall!

Landcare party

Wilsons River Landcare Group will not meet this Sat. Next workday Jan 22, 2005. Info Vanessa 6624 5500.

Church concert

Ding Dong Merrily on High is a concert combining the bells of St Andrew's Anglican Church, St Andrew's Church choir & the Nouveaux Singers. Held Sat, Dec 11 at the church. 7.15pm for the bells, 7.45pm concert begins. Entry $12/10 or $22 for a family.

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.

Acupuncture training

Nimbin Ear Acupuncture Recovery volunteers offer a rare opportunity to learn the technique of acudetox, useful for stress, anxiety, depression, recovery from addiction & general well being. Training Sat & Sun, Dec 11-12. $100pp (reimbursed if you volunteer in the clinic). Bookings Megan 6689 1719.

Xmas wonderland

Clarence Pastoral & Agricultural Society presents 'Christmas Wonderland'- an animated display with lights, singing Santas, dancing Xmas trees, fairy gardens & train sets. Entry by gold coin, groups welcome. Runs daily from Sat, Dec 11 to Dec 22 from 10am-11pm daily. Info Wendy 0412 622 854.

Ruthven Xmas

Xmas Party held Sun, Dec 12 at Ruthven Hall. Xmas Tree commencing with BBQ at 6pm. Carol singing, games, magic show, lucky door, raffles, visit from Santa, BYO gift. Good family fun. Entry $3, kids free. Info 6683 2430.

Train exhibit

NR Model Railroads monthly Train Exhibition held Sun, Dec 12 at the clubrooms, cnr McLeans Ridge Rd & Bruxner H'way, W'bar, from 10am-4pm. Layouts for adults & kids to run. $4 adults, $1 kids. Info David 6624 7463.

CFS Xmas

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Support Group Xmas Picnic held Sun, Dec 12 at Clarke's Beach, Byron Bay, from 1pm. Past members & any prospective members for 2005 welcome. Info 6685 8382.

NASHOs

The National Servicemen's Association will be holding its Xmas Party on Sun, Dec 12, at the Sth Lismore Bowling Club. Gather after 10am, lunch at 12pm. Members & partners all welcome. RSVP for catering purposes to 6621 3520 or 6684 2124.

A'ville CWA

CWA A'ville Xmas Party held Mon, Dec 13 at Yvonne's place. Please bring a plate & gift to the value of $5. Spouses, partners & friends most welcome. Info 6683 4493.

Musical drama

Walking the Boundaries, a musical drama by Rainbow Ridge Steiner School students, will be performed on Mon, Dec 13 at Lillifield Hall from 7pm (dinner at 6pm, free entry) & on Tues, Dec 14 at Nimbin Hall from 7pm (supper at 6pm, tix $10/5 or $20 for a family). Enjoy a wonderful community production.

Aglow Casino

Aglow Australia, Casino (a Christian women's fellowship) meets Tues, Dec 14 at the Senior Citizens Hall (behind ANZ bank) from 10am. Speaker: Ps Joy Stiles. $5pp incl morn tea. Info Helen 6663 7186.

Toastmasters

Ballina Birdwing Toastmasters Club meets Tues, Dec 14 at the Ballina RSL Club from 9.45am. Visitors assured of an enthusiastic welcome. Info Margaret 6681 5392.

Red Cross

Wardell Red Cross Xmas Part held Tues, Dec 14 at the Wardell Hotel from 12.30pm. $14pp, choice of chicken, pork or turkey, Xmas pudding or pavlova. Exchange gifts to the value of $5. Info Dina 6683 4952.

Lung support

Richmond River Lung Support Group meets Tues, Dec 14 at Ballina Hospital's day therapy room from 10am. Aim of the group is to provide knowledge so we are in control of our disease as much as possible. Info Rona 6686 8741.

Vietnam veterans

Vietnam Veterans Assoc FNC Sub-Branch meets Tues, Dec 14 at the Lismore Hts Workers Bowling Club from 11am. Followed by social get together & BBQ. Wheelchair access. Info Sheldon 6624 4486 or Graeme 6624 1564.

Arthritis meet

Lismore Arthritis Branch meets Tues, Dec 14 at the Presbyterian Church Hall, 188 Keen St, Lismore from 10am. All welcome. Info Ann 6629 8221.

Ladies probus

Lismore Ladies Probus Inc meets Wed, Dec 15 (3rd Wed of each month) at the Lismore RSL Club from 10am.

Ballina concert

Ballina Shire Concert Band & Ballina Women's Christian Choir will present a Xmas Concert on Wed, Dec 15 at St John the Baptist Anglican Church, cnr Fern & Byron St, Lennox Head, from 7.30pm. $5pp incl supper. Proceeds to Rescue Helicopter. Info Fran 6686 5859(h) or 6686 2506(w).

Buddhism for all

Diamond Way Buddhism offers a new alternative for modern people interested in the timeless wisdom of Buddha's teachings in a fresh & open style. Meditations every Wed in A'ville at 8pm. Info 6628 7002.

First aid

Red Cross Workcover approved Senior First Aid courses held Wed & Thurs, Dec 15-16 & Sat & Sun, Dec 18-19 in Lismore. Bookings James 6622 3244 or 1300 367 428.

War memorial

Wardell War Memorial Hall meets Thurs, Dec 16 at 7pm. All welcome. Come & support your hall. Info Dina 6683 4952.

Linux group

G'bah Linux Users Group meets Thurs, Dec 16 at the G'bah Medical Ctr from 7.30-10.30pm. Members happy to give advice & help answer questions about computers. All welcome.

Dementia support

A support group for carers of people with memory loss & associated symptoms meet Thurs, Dec 16 (3rd Thurs of every month) at 10am. A UnitingCare Caroona Service. Info Margaret or Christine 6624 6711 or 6624 2140.

Parent support

Compassionate Friends, a caring support group for parents whose child has died at any age, will have a sharing meeting on Thurs, Dec 16 at the Activities Ctr, rear of Baptist Church, Uralba St, Lismore, from 7.30pm. Info 6621 4086 or 6621 5558.

Xmas dance

Xmas Dance held Fri, Dec 17 at the Sth Gundurimba Hall, Coraki Rd, from 8pm. Old time, new vogue & modern dances, giveaways, raffle, lucky door & a great Xmas supper. $7 adults, $2 high school & other kids free. Info Lorna 6629 0255.