 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.
Mum's Day tea
Mother's Day morn tea held May 6 at the Anglican Church Hall, Barker St, Casino, from 10am. $6pp incl entertainment & raffles. All welcome. Bookings 6662 7238 or Margaret 6662 2560.
Cancer FUNraiser
Scare Cancer Away dinner dance FUNraiser held May 13 at Lismore City Hall from 7pm. $35pp incl 3-course dinner, live music, prizes & auction. Dress is fancy, formal or flash. Bookings must be made & paid by May 6 at the latest. Info 6681 1933.
Glen Reagh trip
Wardell Red Cross is holding a day trip to Glen Reagh (south of Grafton) on May 7. Historical steam train ride, markets, craft shops etc. $40 incl food. Picking up in W'bar, A'ville, Ballina & Wardell. Bookings & info Monica 6687 9620.
First aid
St John Ambulance WorkCover approved Senior First Aid course held May 7-8. Also SFA on May 11-12, & SFA Re-certification on May 17. Bookings Chris 6621 8044.
Charity golf
Charity Golf Day held May 8 at Casino Golf Club. Tee-off at 7.30am. Proceeds to United Hospitals Auxiliaries Casino Branch. BBQ & Raffles. Golfers & non-golfers welcome.
Young Labor
North Coast Young Labor is a social with a political flavour for people 15-26yrs. Next meet May 8 in Byron Bay. Dinner, meeting & movie. Bookings & info Adam 0421 786 410.
Funding w/shop
Lismore Council staff are offering a free w/shop on how to apply for funding on May 10 at the Council Chambers from 9.30am-12pm. Aimed at small, non-profit, unfunded community groups. RSVP essential to Tricia 6625 0547 or Shauna 6625 0458.
Film fundraiser
Opening night of Vera Drake on May 12 will be a fundraiser for the Women's Crisis Fund. This award-winning movie by Mike Leigh will be screened at Lismore Cinemas at 6.15pm with refreshments from 5.30pm. Tickets from Caddies or 6621 9800.
Make a video
5 people 15-25yrs & 5 people over 45yrs wanted to come together, share ideas & learn the art of video making. This free video production course called Men's Media starts May 12 in Lismore. Info Grant 6622 0901 or 6622 6116.
Self-esteem group
A self-esteem group for women starts May 19 for 6wks. $60pp. Bookings essential to Women's Health Ctr 6621 9800.
Debutante ball
Rotary Debutante Ball held May 28 at the Lismore Workers Club. Lismore Bridal Expo also held May 15 at the G'bah RSL Sports Club. Site bookings now open. Bookings Noreen 6622 8028.
Any spare wool?
Lismore N'hood Ctr Craft Group is in desperate need of wool to complete their fundraising projects. If you can donate any unwanted wool please drop it in to 76 Carrington St or phone 6621 7397.
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.
Computer lessons
Do you have a home computer & get frustrated by not being able to do the things you want quickly & simply? Why not book in for a 1hr session with a computer tutor at Lismore N'hood Ctr? Only $2 per hour. Bookings 6621 7397.
Ballina band
The Ballina Shire Concert Band welcomes any competent brass, reed, woodwind or percussion players. Info 6628 0785.
Computer wanted
CASPA is an organisation that provides out of home care for children & young people. This local non-profit charity needs a computer that is able to be upgraded to run Windows XP. Info or donations Kathy 6621 5446 (b/hrs).
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.
Krishna festival
Hare Krishna Festival of Devotion held April 27-May 1 at M'bah showgrounds. Introductory course 3-4pm, main program 5-8pm. Discover the science of the soul. Free entry. All welcome. Info 6672 3691.
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.
Spinners club
Lismore Spinners & Weavers meet Fri, April 29 at McLeans Ridges Hall from 10am. Bring your lunch & have a great time. Info Loraine 6624 2025 or Kay 6629 1510.
Over 50s enrolment
Enrolment Day for Lismore Over 50's Learning Ctr Term 2 held Fri, April 29 at the Guide Hall, Magellan St, from 9.30am. Huge range of classes. Enjoy life & make new friends. Info Ann 6621 7790 or Peggy 6624 1847.
Panorama of Prophecy
Free community meetings will be held to show how Bible prophecy explains world events. Starts Fri, April 29 in the SDA Hall, 44 Uralba St, Lismore. Registration & info 6624 1212.
U3A forum
U3A Northern Rivers Friday Forum held Fri, April 29 at the G'bah RSL Sports Club from 10am-12pm. Topic: How do we cope with living alone? Visitors welcome. Info Shirley 6624 3022.
Mary Lou retires
Past & current students & friends of Ready to Rock dance teacher Mary Lou are invited to a special dance for her retirement on Sat, April 30 at Rous Mill Hall from 7.30pm. Entry $2. Info 6624 2935.
Death by chocolate
The Scope Club of Ballina invites you to a Death by Chocolate afternoon tea on Sat, April 30 at the Australian Hotel in Ballina from 2pm. Entertainment & tombola. $8pp. Proceeds to the Cord Blood Bank. Info Jenny 6681 6649.
Quiz night
Australiana Quiz Night held Sat, April 30 at Woodburn Bowling Club from 7pm. Register a team of 6 or be placed in a team. $6pp. Proceeds to Woodburn Memorial Hall Building Restoration Fund. Bookings 6682 2206 or 6682 2461.
Kombi Konvoy
Nimbin MardiGrass Kombi Konvoy held Sat, April 30. Gather at the Conservatorium car park in Lismore from 1pm to leave at 2.30pm. Byron Bay contingent should meet in the beach car park from 12pm to leave at 1pm. Info Alan 6622 4676.
Craft day
View Club Craft Day held Sat, April 30 at the Casino RSM Club from 10.30am-3.30pm.
Adopt a pet
Animal Rights & Rescue Group Pet Adoptathon held Sat & Sun, April 30 & May 1 at Lismore Showground from 10am-4pm daily. Find yourself a beautiful dog, cat, puppy or kitten for your family. Entry by donation. Info 6622 1881.
Baha'i faith
Devotional gathering & Baha'i discussion on 'The Light of Unity' held Sun, May 1 at 179 Ballina Rd, G'bah, from 3-5pm. All welcome. Info 6624 1926.
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.
Eating problems
Free 10wk group for women who are feeling trapped by eating problems & depression starts Mon, May 2 from 5.30-7.30pm. Info Mim 6621 9800.
Cancer support
Lismore Breast Cancer Support Group meets Mon, May 2 at the G'bah Child & Family Health Ctr in Oliver Ave from 10am-12pm. Info Nancy 6620 7664.
Hoi afternoon
Pimlico Ladies Charitable Organisation Inc Hoi Afternoon held Mon, May 2 at Pimlico Hall from 1.30pm. $3pp for cakes & sandwiches. Proceeds Biala School. Bus available for $3 fare. Info Gwenda 6683 4354.
Camera club
Lismore Camera Club meets Mon, May 2 at the Lismore Workers Club from 7.30pm. Set subject: If It Moves, Shoot It. Viewpoint: Travel photography tips with John Drinkwater. All welcome. Info Kevin 6622 7899.
Mental health
Mental Health Family & Carers Support Group meets Mon, May 2 at 48 Uralba St, Lismore, from 10am. We are here for you. Info 6622 2669.
Ballina Scouts
1st Ballina Scout Group Term 2 has started. Every Mon Joeys (ages 6-8) from 6-7pm, every Mon Cubs (ages 8-11) from 6-7.30pm & every Wed Scouts (ages 11-15) from 6.30-8.30pm. Info 6628 6716.
Mum's Day raffle
BISSI (Brain Injury Support Service Inc) is selling raffle tickets for a Mother's Day raffle Pamper Pack from Mon, May 2 to Fri, May 6 at the Warehouse in the West Tower Shopping Ctr, West Ballina. Proceeds to support people with a brain injury.
Join Quota
Quota Club welcomes new members. We have a business meeting 2nd Tues of each month 5.30pm at St Vincent's Coffee Lounge & a social night on the 4th Tuesday of each month. Quota supports the community & and its needs. Info 6624 4501.
Lifeline choir
Lifeline Northern Rivers is starting a choir. Anyone associated with Lifeline past or present invited to a rehearsal on Tues, May 3 at the Lifeline Training Ctr, Church Lane, Lismore, from 5.30pm. Info 6622 4133 or 6636 2195.
Liquor Accord meet
Lismore City Liquor Accord Inc meets Tues, May 3 at the Lismore Workers Club from 10am. Nominations are called for the 10 committee positions. Info 6622 2924.
PASS meet
Parents of Autistic Spectrum Support meets Tues, May 3 at the Lismore Workers Club at 10.30am & 6.30pm. Video presentation of 'Anxiety States in ASD' by Donna Williams. All welcome. Info Susan 6622 3953.
Parenting program
Free 8wk Parenting Program starts Tues, May 3 (till June 21) at the Family Support Network, 46 Uralba St, Lismore, from 9.45-11.45am. For all parents & carers, men & women. Child care available. Bookings essential to 6621 2489.
Charity dog race
Fundraising Dog Racing night for the Starlight Foundation held Tues, May 3 at the Lismore Greyhound Racing Track from 6.30pm. $5pp. Volunteers also needed to sell Star Day merchandise from May 5-7. 3hrs max. Info 1300 727 827.
Vision support
Lismore Vision Impaired Support Group meets Tues, May 3 at the Lismore Workers Club from 1.30pm. All welcome. Info Ann 6688 8269 or Peg 6628 0978.
Tuesday talks
U3A NR Tuesday Talk held Tues, May 3 at the G'bah RSL Sports Club from 1.30-3.30pm. Topic: Role of SES in floods & storms with Lindsay Matterson. Visitors most welcome. Info Hugh 6621 5894.
Parenting groups
New free parenting groups with a GP & early childhood nurse starts in Lismore on Tues, May 3 for parents of 3mth olds. Group for parents of 6mth olds starts in A'ville May 10 & Lismore May 17. Bookings Tori 6622 8705.
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.
Gem club
Gem & Mineral Club meets Tues 2-9pm & Thurs 9am-12pm at the Arts & Crafts Pavilion at Lismore Showground. Info 6621 5506.
Fitness training
Dragon Abreast is a group of breast cancer survivors & supporters. Fitness training at the Lennox Head Aquatic Ctr on Tues from 5-7pm & Thurs from 12.30-2.30pm. Get fit & have some fun. Info Barb 6685 5457 (Tuesdays).
Car club
S/Land Sports & Classic Car Club's monthly meeting held Wed, May 4 at the Lismore Workers Club from 7.30pm. Info Bruce 0412 662 404.
Democrats meet
Australian Democrats monthly meeting held Wed, May 4 at the Lismore Workers Club from 7pm. All welcome. Info Julia 6624 3731.
Breast cancer group
New support group for young women with breast cancer meets Wed, May 4 at Lismore Community health (Level 3, 29 Molesworth St, Lismore) from 10am-12pm. Topic: induced menopause & breast cancer with Dr Nicola Foster. Register with Sara 6622 4453.
Suicide support
Suicide Support Group, for people who have survived the loss of a loved one, meets Wed, May 4 at the Lismore Base Hospital Fridays meeting room from 4.45-6.15pm. Share experiences & move through grief together. Info 6620 2492.
Ladies probus
Ballina Ladies Probus Club meeting on Wed, May 4 has been changed to begin at 1.30pm. Necessary due to renovations at the Ballina RSL. Speaker: producer/director of Hatchling Productions, Cathy Henkel. Info Wendy 6686 0916 or Dorothy 6686 5142.
Trefoil guild
Richmond River Trefoil Guild meets Wed, May 4 at the Ballina Fishing Park, 218 Nth Crk Rd, Ballina, from 10.30am. Bring picnic lunch. Any ex Girl Guides or support group members welcome. Info Lorraine 6686 2777.
Baby advice
NR Family Care Ctr outreach service held Wed, May 4 in the Iluka Community Ctr from 9.30am-3pm. For mums & babies who are having difficulty with feeding, unsettled behaviour & sleep, & postnatal distress. See GP or child & family nurse for referral.
Pregnancy support
Pregnancy & Postnatal Support Group meets every Wed at the Uniting Church, Dibbs St, East Lismore (behind Mine & Gary's Fiveways) from 9.30am-12.30pm. Prenatal yoga 9.30-11am. Postnatal yoga (incl babies) from 11am-12.15pm. Info 6621 9800.
Playgroup
East Lismore Playgroup meets every Wed at the Lismore Baptist Church Hall, Uralba St, Lismore, from 10am-12pm. All welcome. Info Janelle 6625 1131.
Mah-jongg group
Lismore Mah-jongg Group meets every Wed at the Lismore Workers Club from 10am. Info 0402 057 072.
Blast 4 youth
G'bah youth group Blast 4 Youth open every Wed & Fri from 3-5pm at 33-35 Rous Rd, G'bah (above the old Video Ezy). Safe, friendly, supervised environment for 13-18yr-olds. Art/craft, cooking, videos, dance & music. Fun & free. Info Lindie 6625 6602.
LBH Auxiliary
Lismore Base Hospital Auxiliary meets Thurs, May 5 at Crawford House, Hunter St, Lismore, from 2pm. Info Jan 6624 1583.
Super pensioners
Lismore Combined Pensioners & Superannuants Assoc meets Thurs, May 5 at the Lismore Workers Club from 10am. Info Jim 6624 2134.
INTRA support
INTRA Support Group meets every Thurs in the Strand Arcade, Lismore, from 10am-12pm for people who want help & support around drug & alcohol issues. INTRA is an outreach counselling arm of The Buttery. Info 6687 2835.
Reconciliation
Lismore People for Reconciliation meet Thurs, May 5 at Lismore ACE, Magellan St, Lismore, from 5pm. All welcome. Info Rob 6625 1485.
Day view lunch
A'ville W'bar Day View Club luncheon meeting May 9 at W'bar Tavern from 10.30am. Small club looking for new ladies who want to meet new friends. Bookings & cancellation by Thurs, May 5 to Delma 6629 0333 or Betty 6625 1172.
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.
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