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. AGMs must be advertised in the Classifieds.

Big band

Places available for saxophone & trumpet players in the Northern Rivers Conservatorium Big Band. Phone 6621 2266.

Volunteers wanted

Admin/reception, people with financial/bookkeeping skills, kitchen hands, bus &/or car drivers plus many other positions. Info Jeannette 6621 7397.

Easter choir

Ballina Women's Christian Choir will present their choral work of Symbols of Easter on March 25 at Ballina Presbyterian Church from 2.30pm. Afternoon tea to follow. All welcome.

Wildlife carers

People can become wildlife carers by attending the next basic WIRES training on April 2-3 in Lismore and Ballina, held in cooperation with Friends of the Koala and Australian Seabird Rescue. Info 6628 1898 or www.wiresnr.org.

Arts fundraiser

Ballina Arts & Craft Ctr Mystery Pick-a-Box Night held April 9 at Montanna Retreat, Lennox. Proceeds towards an arts & craft gallery for Ballina. Art to buy, prizes to be won, yummy food, quality entertainment, lots of fun! $60pp. Bookings & info Lyn 6681 5874 or Barry 6687 6779.

Eating problems

Free 10wk group for women who are feeling trapped by eating problems & depression starts May 2 from 5.30-7.30pm. Info Mim 6621 9800.

RAA reunion

106 Fd Bty RAA Reunion. All past members of 106 Bty & all gunners past & present are welcome to attend the reunion from July 29-31 in Gympie. Info Peter (07) 5483 7591.

Family reunion

Family Reunion for the descendants of the Doolan, Hanley, Dwyer, Nicholls, Hartley, Constable, O'Reilly & Hannigan families held in Casino in Oct. Info Monica 6662 1539.

Eye glasses wanted

There is a need for unwanted eye glasses. The Christian Blind Mission sends them to many needy countries. They can be dropped at Terry White Chemist & the Salvation Army op-shop.

Animal carers

The Animal Right & Rescue Group urgently needs dedicated fosters carers for wanted pets (all food, vet work & care products provided) plus drivers & general workers. Info 6622 1881.

Bujinkan Ninjutsu

Traditional Japanese samurai warrior arts with realistic modern applications. Unarmed & weaponry techniques for street survival not sports. Serious self defence & strategy. Info James 0415 860 597.

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 info 6625 1439 (Danielle).

PCYC activities

The PCYC in Lismore has classes in soccer, netball, rugby, basketball, gentle exercise & stretching, weights, aikido, judo, boxing, gymnastics, drama, break dancing & kindy fun. All welcome. Info 6621 6276.

Any spare wool?

Lismore N'hood Ctr Craft Group is in desperate need of wool to complete fundraising projects. Donations of unwanted wool can be dropped at 76 Carrington St or phone 6621 7397.

Easter housie

Life Saver Helicopter Rescue Easter Housie held Fri, March 18 at the Lismore City Bowling Club. Eyes down 7.30pm. Unlimited cash jackpots, lucky door prizes, Easter raffle and Easter eggs for every player.

Aquarius films

A preview of 'Woodstock Downunder' plus ' Beware of Mankind' by White Buffalo Media held Fri, March 18 at Djanbung Gardens. Dinner at 6.30pm, followed by films & live music. Entry $6/8. Info 6689 1938.

Auxiliary morn tea

Blue & White Auxiliary morning tea held Mon, March 21 at Lismore Workers Hts Bowling Club at 10 for 10.30am. Entry $8. Raffles, tombolas, lucky door etc. Proceeds to St Vincent's Hospital Palliative Care. Bookings by Fri, March 18 to Joyce 6624 4342.

U3A forum

U3A Northern Rivers Friday Forum held Fri, March 18 at the G'bah RSL Sports Club from 10am-12pm. Topic: What has the law got to do with justice? Visitors welcome. Info Shirley 6624 3022.

Monthly dance

Next monthly dance held Fri, March 18 at the Sth Gundurimba Hall, Coraki Rd, from 8pm. Val & Norma's music, door prize, giveaways & great supper. Come along & share with us! $7 adults, $2 high school & other kids free. Info Lorna 6629 0255 or Alan 6629 0313.

Street stall

St Andrew's Nursing Home Auxiliary is holding a street stall on Fri, March 18 at the East Ballina Shopping Ctr. Raffles, cakes & craft stalls. Please come along & support a worthy cause.

Euchre night

Euchre Night held Sat, March 19 at Koonorigan Hall. 7pm start. $5pp. Bring supper plate to share. All welcome. Info Denise 6689 9324.

Fun day for all

Free Community Fun Day held Sat, March 19 at Southern Cross Presbyterian Church, Park Ave off Dibbs St, East Lismore, from 10am-2pm. BBQ, jumping castle, toddler activities, puppet show, face painting & more!

Saraswati Kirtan

Saraswati Studios 'Kirtan' held Sat, March 19 upstairs at 8/131 Keen St, Lismore, from 6-8pm. Music, mantra & meditation. Optional vegie meal to start ($5). Kid friendly. All welcome. Info 6621 2649.

RSL Sub-Branch

City of Lismore RSL Sub-Branch meets Sat, March 19 at the G'bah RSL Sports Club from 9.30am. RSL Ladies Auxiliary meets in the RSL Sports Club bistro at 9.30am. For transport or apologies 6621 3851.

Church anniversary

Wardell Uniting Church celebrates its 100th anniversary on Sat, March 19 with a service at the church from 1.30pm. Followed by afternoon tea & memorabilia display. Info Marie 6683 4967.

Country music

Country Music held Sat, March 19 at the Coraki Hotel from 11am. BBQ lunch, raffles, cake stall, handicraft & entertainment for all ages. Proceeds to St Michael's Hostel Casino & Mid-Richmond Retirement Village.

Art club day

Lismore Art Club Inc non-tutorial day held Sat, March 19 at Wilson Park School, East Lismore, from 9am-3pm. Come along & enjoy the support of friends & colleagues & develop your own work while sharing your ideas. All welcome. Info 6625 1871.

Church fete

Coraki Uniting Church annual Church Fete held Sat, March 19 from 9.30pm. Variety of stalls, morn tea & lunch available. All welcome.

Garage sale

The Friends of the Carmelite Nuns 13th annual Garage Sale held Sat & Sun, March 19-20 at 9 Star Avenue, G'bah, from 7am both days. This is Steptoes at its best.

Day of Mindfulness

Kuan Yin Meditation Ctr's monthly 'Day of Mindfulness' is a 2-day non-residential w/end held Sat & Sun, March 19-20. Suitable for beginners & experienced meditators. Bookings essential to Ellen 6688 6112.

Peace rally

Peace Rally held Sun, March 20 at the peace pole near the Byron Surf Club from 10.30am. Peace expo 9.30am-5pm inside the club, peace concert till 8pm & films till late. Wear white. Info 6685 8382.

Uki bazaar

Uki Buttery Bazaar held Sun, March 20. Plants a plenty, bush tucker guru with tastings, kids competition, music, food & stalls. Info 6679 5399.

Train exhibit

NR Model Railroaders monthly Train Exhibition Sun, March 20 at the clubrooms, cnr McLeans Ridge Rd & Bruxner H'way, W'bar, from 10am-4pm. Layouts for adults & kids to run. Lots of fun for the whole family! $4 adults, $1 kids. Info David 6624 7463.

First fleeters

Fellowship of First Fleeters NR Chapter meets Sun, March 20 at 16 Atlas St, Lismore, from 11.30am. All descendants & friends of First Fleeters welcome. BBQ avail for $7pp. Info Pat 6621 3650.

Mosaic classes

Mosaic classes at Clunes Village common every Mon 5.30-8pm. $10 per class. All welcome. Bookings 0407 457 243.

RAAF meeting

RAAF Assoc Lismore Branch & Ladies Auxiliary meets Mon, March 21 at the G'bah RSL Sports Club bistro from 10.30am. Info John 6621 2933.

Peace meditation

Peace the 21st, a world-wide peace meditation, held Mon, March 21 at the Ballina Wellbeing Ctr, 17 Brunswick St, from 6.45-7.30pm. Non-denominational & free. Info Shelley 6686 7093.

Diabetes meeting

Lismore Branch of Diabetes Australia meets Mon, March 21 at the Lismore Workers Club from 9.30am. Info 6624 4058.

Red Cross meet

Lismore Red Cross Branch meets Mon, March 21 at Red Cross House, Keen St, from 2.30pm. All welcome.

Computer group

U3A NR Computer Users Group meets Mon, March 21 at the Lismore Workers Club from 10am-12pm. Topic: Publishing. Visitors welcome. Info Stuart 6663 7029.

Day view club

Ballina Day View Club meeting & luncheon held Wed, March 23 at the Ballina RSL Club from 11am. View clubs support the Smith Family. Bookings & apologies by 11am on Mon, March 21 to Tess 6686 2615.

Marriage seminar

Marriage enrichment seminar 'Created Sexual & Enjoying It' held Mon & Tues, March 21-22 at the Lismore Christian Family Fellowship in Sth Lismore from 7.30-9.45pm each night. Info & bookings Sue 6622 2935.

Preschool vacancies

Richmond Hill Community Pre-school still has some vacancies for 2005. The pre-school operates Mon & Tues from 9am-3pm & caters for 3-5yr olds. Info Lyn 6625 2191.

The Buddhist way

Buddhism Diamond Way is a new alternative for modern people interested in the timeless wisdom of Buddha's teachings. Meditations Mon in Lismore at 4.30pm & Wed in A'ville from 8pm. Info 0404 364 836 (Lismore) or 6628 7002 (A'ville).

Toastmasters

Ballina Toastmasters meet Tues, March 22 at the Ballina RSL Club from 7.15pm. See what goes on at Toastmasters & prepare to be entertained! Info George 6681 3003.

Harmony Day

Living in Harmony Morning Tea to celebrate Harmony Day held Tues, March 22 upstairs at the Red Dove Ctr, Keen St, Lismore, from 10am-12.30pm. Share a few laughs, songs, stories & dancing. All welcome.

Social tennis

Social Tennis held every Tues night at the G'bah Sports Club. We are a friendly, informal group & would welcome all newcomers. Info Richard 6624 2311.

Tuesday talks

U3A NR Tuesday Talk held Tues, March 22 at the G'bah RSL Sports Club from 1.30-3.30pm. Topic: Infectious diseases with Bill Tyrell. Visitors most welcome. Info Hugh 6621 5894.

A'ville ratepayers

A'ville Ratepayers meeting held Tues, March 22 at the A'ville Leisure & Entertainment Ctr from 7.30pm. Agenda: bypass, police situation, Ballina Shire rate changes & more. Info Jan 6628 0111.

Evening VIEW

Lismore Evening VIEW Club meets Wed, March 23 at the G'bah RSL Sports Club at 6.30 for 7pm. Speaker: Nora Vidler-Blanksby. Apologies & guests to Fay 6625 1480 or Linda 6624 4140.

Ruthven bowls

Indoor Bowls held Wed, March 23 at Ruthven Hall from 7-9pm. $2 to play. Tell your friends to come along for 2hrs of fun. Info 6683 2418.

Ballina Aglow

Aglow Australia Ballina welcomes women to our Christian fellowship meeting on Thurs, March 24 at the Ballina RSL Club from 10am. Speaker: Mrs Linda Janssen of Suffolk Park. $6pp. Info 6628 6097.

Craft & chat

Every Thurs at 10am the Lismore N'hood Ctr holds an informal Coffee, Craft & Chat group. They would like some new members to join them. Info Jeannette 6621 7397.

Super pensioners

Lismore Combined Pensioners & Superannuants Assoc meets Thurs, March 24 at the Lismore Workers Club from 10am. Info Jim 6624 2134.

Op shop open

Church Op Shop open Thurs, March 24 at St Paul's Presbyterian Church Hall from 8.30am-2pm. Crafts, cooking, books, odds & sods, crockery, clothing, plants & more. Come & browse! Info Dawn 6628 2343.