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.

Garage sale

Giant Garage Sale held April 23 at the A'ville Baptist Church grounds. Also car wash, BBQ, coffee, cake & chance to win a w/end at Salt in Kingscliff. Proceeds to a help Fijian community. Info 6688 4310.

Singles trip

NR Club Solo Christian Singles Mystery Trip held April 23 rain or shine. Meet at Woodlark & Dawson St car park from 12pm. Bring food for BBQ. Info Meryl 6624 8478 or Malcolm 6625 2851.

Passover

Rainbow Kehilah, the Northern Rivers Jewish Community, is hosting community Passover Seders on April 23 & 24 in Lismore & Byron shires. All welcome. Info Colin 6622 7171.

Beach walk

The Field Naturalists Group of Lennox Head are holding a short 'talk & walk' around Boulders Beach area on April 24 from 8.30am to demonstrate what can be achieved in land bush restoration. All welcome. Info Beth 6687 7042 or Sue 6687 5135.

Death by chocolate

The Scope Club of Ballina invites you to a Death by Chocolate afternoon tea on April 30 at the Australian Hotel in Ballina from 2pm. Entertainment & tombola. $8pp. Proceeds to the Cord Blood Bank. Info Jenny 6681 6649.

Parenting groups

New free parenting groups with a GP & childhood nurse start in A'ville on April 26 & Lismore on May 3 for parents of 3mth olds; in A'ville on May 10 & Lismore on May 17 for parents of 6mth olds; in A'ville on May 24 & Lismore on May 31 for parents of 9mth olds; and in A'ville on June 7 & Lismore on June 14 for parents of 12mth olds. Bookings & info Tori 6622 8705.

Debutante ball

Life Saver Rescue Helicopter Debutante Ball held July 2 at the Lismore Workers Club. Practice commences May 15 at the Lismore Workers Hts Bowlo. Bookings & info 6621 6724.

Caravan club

Do you own a caravan & don't get to use it enough? Come & talk to us about a new friendly caravan club in the Northern Rivers. Info 6681 6903 or 6686 2722.

Women's network

Are you looking for a supportive & social network? Yes, there IS a life after divorce, separation or death of a partner. Certainly a life after rearing a family. Discover your purpose & passion in life. Info Jill 6687 4324.

Ballina band

The Ballina Shire Concert Band welcomes any competent brass, reed, woodwind or percussion players. Info 6628 0785.

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.

Monthly dance

Next monthly dance held Fri, April 15 at the Sth Gundurimba Hall, Coraki Rd, from 7.30pm. Val & Norma's music for old time, modern & new vogue dances, plus door prize, giveaways & great supper. $7 adults, $2 high school goers & other kids free. Info Lorna 6629 0255 or Alan 6629 0313.

Arthritis seminar

Lismore branch of the Arthritis Foundation of NSW is holding an Arthritis Seminar on Sat, April 16 at the Presbyterian Church Hall in Lismore from 10am-3.30pm. 6 professional speakers & light lunch for $10. Info Ann 6629 8221.

Historical tours

The Richmond Rivers Historical Society is offering a Historical Tour of Lismore on Sat, April 16 from 2pm. Discover the stories & characters of old Lismore, followed by arvo tea. Bookings & info 6621 9993.

Koala training

Friends of the Koala Inc Basic Training Day held Sat, April 16 in Lismore from 9.30am-2pm. No cost for training & members can join in the day for $20/10. All aspects of koala care covered. Info & bookings Barb 6688 8165 or 0427 045 823.

Country music

Afternoon of country music held Sat, April 16 at the Coraki Hotel from 11am, with proceeds to the Mid-Richmond Retirement Village & St Michael's Hostel, Casino. BBQ, raffles, cakes, crafts & entertainment for all. Info 6683 2257.

Disabled surfing

Disabled Surfing Assoc FNC next surfing day for disabled people held Sat, April 16 at Clarke's Beach, Byron Bay, from 9am. BBQ lunch provided & all amenities on site. Volunteers always welcome. Info David 6680 7855.

Euchre night

Euchre Night held Sat, April 16 at Koonorigan Hall from 7pm. Great for a giggle. $5pp & a supper plate to share. Prizes & raffles. Info 6689 9324.

Art tutorials

Lismore Art Club Inc tutorial held Sat, April 16 (every 3rd Sat) at Wilson Park School, East Lismore, from 9am-3pm. Any adults interested in learning about art are most welcome. Info 6625 1871.

MND support

Motor Neurone Disease Assoc of NSW NR Support Group informal get together held Sat, April 16 at the S/Land House With No Steps, Wardell Rd, A'ville from 11am. Help & support for carers, those with MND & those left behind. Info Helen 6621 4018.

RSL Sub-Branch

The City of Lismore RSL Sub-Branch meets Sat, April 16 at the G'bah RSL Bowlers Clubhouse from 9.30am. Ladies Auxiliary also meets on Sat, April 16 in the G'bah RSL Sports Club bistro at 9.30am. For transport or apologies 6621 3851.

Learn Mindfulness

Kuan Yin Meditation Ctr's monthly 'Day of Mindfulness' for April is a 2-day non-residential w/end with Patrick Kearney on Sat & Sun, April 16-17. Suitable for beginners & experienced meditators. Bookings essential to Christine 6689 7116.

Cycling race

The NR Cycling Club's 2nd road race of the winter season held Sun, April 17. 6.30am sign-on for 7am start at Rous School, Rous (take the Wardell Rd from A'ville & take the 1st right after the House With No Steps). Info www.nrcc.org.au.

Poultry show

Casino Poultry Club's Annual Rare & Minority Breed Show held Sun, April 17 in the Poultry Pavilion at Casino Showgrounds. Wide variety of breeds on display with judging commencing after 9am.

Pet day at Uki

Family Pet Day at the Uki Buttery Bazaar on Sun, April 17. Pet competitions include best nursery rhyme fancy dressed pet, most unusual pet & best behaved pet. A great family day out in a wonderful atmosphere.

No LINC meeting

LINC TV's scheduled Special General Meeting for Sun, April 17 has been cancelled due to an unexpected legal requirement concerning the process of company conversion. Members will be notified shortly of a revised date.

Free bowls

Free Bowling Morning held Sun, April 17 at the Lismore Workers Hts Bowling Club from 9.30am. All ages & new bowlers welcome. Wear flat soled shoes. Info 6624 3040 or Neville 6624 4507.

Train exhibit

NR Model Railroaders monthly Train Exhibition Sun, April 17 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.

See the stars

The Cosmic Couple will take their telescope for free viewing of the moon, Saturn & Jupiter on Sun, April 17 to Lennox Head's Ross Park (between the shops & the beach) from 6pm. If cloudy they will go on the 18th.

Meditation

The Tara Healing Ctr offers meditations every Mon at 7.30pm through the centre of the heart of Maitreya in the spirit of service. 138 Laurel Ave, Lismore. Gold coin donation. Info Jackie 6621 6060.

Mosaic classes

Mosaic classes held every Mon at Clunes Village Common from 5.30-8pm. All materials provided. Make interesting pots, mirrors & frames for your house & garden. $10 per class. Info Jeni 0407 457 243.

Diabetes meeting

Lismore Branch of Diabetes Australia meets Mon, April 18 at the Lismore Workers Club from 9.30am. Info 6624 4058.

Diabetes fundraiser

CWA A'ville 'Share a Bite: Help the Fight' fundraiser in aid of Diabetes held Mon, April 18 at the RSL Hall, Bugden Ave, A'ville from 9.30am. Raffle winner at the Plaza was Ezma Daley & raffle winner at the Heritage Fair was Sue Tomlinson. Info 6628 5660.

Macadamia night

Salvation Army Men's Fellowship meets Mon, April 18 at the Salvos complex, 32 Cambridge Dr, G'bah from 7.30pm. Speaker: Jim Patch from the Macadamia Processing Company at Alphadale. Supper with macca products to follow. Info 6624 7326 or 0427 686 187.

Red Cross meet

Lismore Red Cross Branch meets Mon, April 18 at Red Cross House, 132 Keen St, Lismore from 2.30pm. All members & interested people welcome.

Library talk

Richmond-Tweed Regional Library invites people to meet & hear from CEO of the British Library, Lynne Brindley, on Mon, April 18 at the Ballina Public Library from 12.15-3pm. Light lunch (optional) is $12pp. RSVP to Jenny 6625 1415.

Learn Buddhism

Buddhism Diamond Way NR offers 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 at 8pm. Info 0404 364 836 (Lismore) or 6628 7002 (A'ville).

Orchid society

City of Lismore Orchid Society meets Tues, April 19 (every 3rd Tues of the month) at the Lismore Workers Hts Bowling Club from 7.30pm. Info Ron 6624 2316.

Ladies day view

Lismore Ladies Day View Club meets Tues, April 19 at the Lismore Workers Club at 10.30 for 11am. Info & apologies to 6624 6571.

Morning melodies

Morning Melodies held Tues, April 19 at the Casino Golf Club from 10.30am. Country music with Gary Gough from Bundaberg. A fun filled morn with raffles, lucky door prizes etc for $5pp. Chinese meal after for $7pp extra. Proceeds to local hostels.

Carers support

Ballina/Byron Carers Support Group meets Tues, April 19 at Crowley Village, Cheery St, Ballina from 10-11.30am. Speaker from Carelink. All welcome for a cuppa & chat. For info & respite 1800 059 059.

Ruthven euchre

Euchre held Tues, April 19 at Ruthven Hall from 7.45pm. $3 to play. Please provide a plate for supper. Info 6683 2128 or 6683 2158.

Vipassana course

Northern Rivers Vipassana is holding a 10-day residential meditation retreat starts Wed, April 20 in East Ballina. By donation. New students welcome. Info 6680 3203.

Chamber meeting

Ballina Chamber of Commerce meets Wed, April 20 at the Ballina RSL Club from 7am. Election of members to the Board of Management. Info 6681 5049.

Free Tarot talk

Free introductory talk on Tarot & the Qabala held Wed, April 20, at Inner Sanctvm from 10am. Teacher & consultant Lyn Rvby Morris will explain the journey of the Tarot & its correspondence with the Qabala. Info & bookings 6622 7478.

ME/CFS FAME

Spring meeting of FAME, the NSW ME/CFS Society support group for Lismore & districts, held Wed, April 20 at the Ballina RSL Club from 10.30am. People with Fibromyalgia & ME/CFS welcome. Info John 6622 1675 or Beverley 6687 8103. RSVPO appreciated.

Ladies probus

Lismore Ladies Probus Club meets Wed, April 20 (every 3rd Wed of the month) at St Paul's Church Hall, Keen St, Lismore from 10am. Visitors welcome. Info 6625 1309.

Super pensioners

Lismore Combined Pensioners & Superannuants Assoc meets Thurs, April 21 at the Lismore Workers Club from 10am. Info Jim 6624 2134.

G'bah probus

G'bah Probus Club meets Thurs, April 21 at the G'bah RSL Sports Club from 10am. Speaker from NRMA on road safety for seniors. Info Val 6621 6015.

Parents' support

The Compassionate Friends is a caring support group for any parent whose child has died at any age. Sharing meeting held Thurs, April 21 at the Activities Ctr (rear of the Baptist Church, Uralba St) from 7.30pm. Info 6621 4086 or 6621 5558.

Air rifle club

Lismore RSL Air Rifle Club has a new range at the G'bah RSL Table Tennis & Indoor Sports Ctr, 202 Oliver Ave, G'bah. Range is open Thurs 7-9pm & Sat 9-11.30am. New members welcome. Info Ollie 6624 7497.