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.

Bi-cultural group

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

Dunoon enrolments

Dunoon Village Primary School is now taking enrolments for 2005. P&C meeting held every 3rd Monday of the month. Info 6689 5208.

Singles dinner

The NR Social Club is having their last dinner for the year at Ballina this week. If you would like to come along & meet great people & try great food just give us a call. Info Anne 6628 1479 or Pauline 6680 1489.

Craft shop open

Casino Country Crafts is open from now until Dec 24 at Shop 2, Casino Ctr, Walker St. Open Mon-Fri from 9am-5pm & Sat from 9am-12pm. Lots of crafty Xmas gifts, lay-by avail. Proceeds to local charities. Info 6662 3132.

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.

Healthy opportunity

Volunteer at Organic Food Education Inc (Southern Cross Uni Plaza, Shop 9) & get discounts on organic food. Membership $6 for 6mths or $10 for 12mths. The more you work the higher the discount. Info Stephanie 6622 5343.

New LETS group

Richmond Valley LETS & Nimbin LETS have amalgamated to form the new & improved Rainbow Region LETS. New initiatives include a proposed interactive website. Info on the website & joining from 6688 6166, 6689 1548 or 6633 7007.

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.

U3A forum

U3A NR Friday Forum held Fri, Dec 17 at the G'bah RSL Sports Club from 10am-12pm. Topic: How relevant are local councils? Visitors welcome. Info Shirley 6624 3022.

Disco fundraiser

Fundraising Disco for East Timor (replacing a dirt floors with concrete) held Fri, Dec 17 at Dunoon Hall from 6.30-9.30pm. Lucky door prize & giveaways. Drinks & chips etc avail. $3 entry. All welcome.

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.

Meditation day

Kuan Yin Meditation Ctr's monthly 'Day of Mindfulness' held Sat, Dec 18 with guest teacher Ellen Davison. Suitable for beginners & experienced meditators. Info Christine 6689 7116.

Xmas sale

$5 Carpark Xmas Sale held Sat, Dec 18 at the S/Land House With No Steps, 253 Wardell Rd (4km from A'ville) from 8am-5pm. Plants, gourmet Xmas gifts & homewares all $5. Jumping castle, BBQ, balloons & Santa for the kids (bring your camera). Info 6628 0610.

Tropo field day

People invited to Tropo's (Tweed Richmond Organic Producers Organisation) next field day on Sat, Dec 18 at Avi & Zehvit Mishtler's mixed organic greenhouse (on the Kyogle-M'bah Rd at Byangum, about 2km south of the Tweed river bridge) from 10am. Bring a nice lunch. Directions 6672 7078. Info 6688 4346.

Merry Xmas

Seasons Greetings to all from the A'ville Plateau Historical Society Inc & please note that Crawford House will be closed from Sat, Dec 18, 2004 until Thursday, January 6, 2005. Everyone welcomed to the re-opening on Fri, January 7, 2005, from 10am-4pm.

First aid

Red Cross Workcover approved Senior First Aid Course held in Lismore on Sat & Sun, Dec 18-19. Bookings & info James 6622 3244 or 1300 367 428.

Xmas bargains

Uki Buttery Bazaar has its Xmas Bargain Market on Sun, Dec 19. Gifts, music, plants, crafts, great food & coffee. All welcome. Info 6679 5399.

Carols from the Heart

Carols from the Heart on the lawns of Lismore Church of Christ, cnr Rous Rd & Pleasant Ave, G'bah, on Sun, Dec 19 from 6.30pm. Sausage sizzle, drinks & glow sticks avail. Bring a rug or chairs. A gift to the community from Lismore Church of Christ 'Living life to the full'.

Medieval club

Rognvald's Lith re-enactment society brings to life the blood-soaked period of the Dark Ages & late Medieval. Combat training, smithing etc. Lith gathers every 2nd Sun at Lismore Park. Info Jim 6622 2558.

Church for all

Eastpointe Christian Outreach Ctr meets each Sun at the Community Ctr, Oliver Ave, G'bah from 10am. We are a thriving young church with modern praise & worship, kids church, a youth group & more. Info Allan 6625 1829.

ASCA meet

ASCA, Advocates for Survivors of Child Abuse, meet every Mon at 17E Keen St (Community Connections) from 6-8pm. Men & women welcome. Confidential. Info Betty 6662 3976 or Susan 6662 7014.

Meditation nights

Tara Healing Ctr offers a different meditation or healing service each week at the Monday Night Meditations from 7.30pm (1/38 Laurel Ave, Lismore). For18yrs+. Gold coin. Info Judi 6624 3966.

Acupuncture for all

Nimbin Ear Acupuncture Recovery offers ear acupuncture for stress, drug & alcohol dependency, depression & anxiety. Mon, Wed & Sat 10-11am at Birth & Beyond, Nimbin. By donation. Info Caitlyn 6688 6191.

Ruthven euchre

Euchre held Tues, Dec 21 at Ruthven Hall from 7.45pm. $3 to play. Please provide plate for supper. Info 6683 2158 or 6683 2128.

Orchid society

City of Lismore Orchid Society meets Tues, Dec 21 (3rd Tues every month) at the Lismore Hts Bowling Club from 7.30pm. All welcome. Info Ron 6624 2316.

Toastmasters

Improve listening, speaking, presentation & humour skills in a friendly & supportive atmosphere with Daylight Toastmasters. Next meet Tues, Dec 21 at the Lismore Workers Club from 9.45am. Info Terry 6624 1836.

Ballina carers

Ballina/Byron Carer Support Group meets Tues, Dec 21 at Crowley Village Admin Ctr, Cherry St, Ballina, from 10am-12pm. All welcome for a chat & a cuppa. Respite avail. Info 1800 059 059.

Social tennis

Social Tennis held every Tues at the G'bah RSL Sports Club from 7pm. All ages & abilities welcome. Info Richard 6624 2311.

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.

GROW group

GROW groups inspire personal growth & challenges people to be the best they can be. GROW Group meets Tues in Lismore from 10.30am & 7.30pm. Also groups in Byron Bay & Kyogle. Info 6621 3737.

Judo in Lismore

Learn the fun & practical Olympic sport/martial art of throwing & ground-fighting. Tues & Thurs at the PCYC, cnr Orion $ Dawson St. Juniors 5.30-6.30pm, seniors 6.30-8pm. $3pp. Info 6621 6276.

Social group

Red Dove Social Group meets every Tues & Thurs at the G'bah Community Ctr from 8.30am-2.30pm. Small group therapy. Another UnitingCare Caroona service. Info 6624 2140 or 6624 6711.

Community 4 Kids

YWCA Community 4 Kids program is a free playgroup for G'bah. Playgroups run Tues from 10am-12pm & Fri from 2-3pm. Parents, grandparents, foster parents, young mums/dads, aunties & uncles welcome. Info Liz 6625 6603.

Ruthven bowls

Indoor Bowls held Wed, Dec 22 at Ruthven Hall from 7-9pm. $2 to play. Come along & have some fun. Info 6683 2487 or 6683 2418.

Kindy fun classes

Kindy Fun Classes for 3-5yr-olds held every Wed at the PCYC, cnr Orion & Dawson Sts, from 9.30am-10.30am. Aims to enhance gross motor skills. Qualified instructor. Classes $4. Info Leanne 6621 6276.

Sth Lismore housie

Housie played every Wed in the Catholic Parish Hall, Rhodes St, Sth Lismore, from 7.30pm. Cash prizes, 3 jackpots, raffles & fun for all. All welcome. Info 6621 4003.

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.

Pregnancy support

Pregnancy & Post-natal Group runs every Wed at the Uniting Church Hall, Dibbs St. Prenatal yoga 9.30-11am & post-natal yoga incl babies 11am-12.15pm. Run by Women's Health Ctr. 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 for you & your kids. Dads always welcome. Info Cilla 6628 0679.

Blast 4 youth

New youth group Blast 4 Youth held Wed & Fri during school term from 3-5.15pm at the YWCA in G'bah. Computers, arts, craft, dance, music, video/pizza nights & even help with homework. Come & check it out! Info Lindie 6625 6602.

Word bandits

Lismore Scrabble Club meets every Wed from 12pm & every Sun from 12pm at the Lismore Workers Club. For beginners or advanced. Lots of fun, new members welcome. Info Leah 6624 3216 or Svend 6663 1156.

Carol singing

Pearces Creek Hall Christmas Eve Carol Service held Fri, Dec 24 at 7pm. Conducted by the Salvation Army. Light supper. All welcome.