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.

Over 50's learning

Lismore Over 50's Learning Ctr Term 3 enrolments begin July 22 at the Girl Guide Hall, Magellan St, Lismore from 9.30am-12pm. Classes commence July 27 & July 29. Also in need of a tutor for our decorative art class 1 day per wk. Info Ann 6621 7790 or Peggy 6624 1847.

Women's course

Free Work Opportunities for Women course will be held at W'bar TAFE in semester 2. Suitable for women returning to study & interested in employment in laboratories. 2 day per wk in school hours. Info session July 25. Interested? Info 6620 4200.

Power & passion

Free 5wk course on women & sexuality starts July 26. Topics include understanding your body, gender & socialisation, sex & relationships etc. Small confidential group meets every Tues from 5.30-8pm at Women's Health Matters in Lismore. Bookings 6620 2999.

Kyogle health project

A 6wk Kyogleites Healthy Lifestyle Project starts July 26 at the Conference Ctr at Kyogle Memorial Health from 6pm. Weekly session every Tues evening & Fri morning. Looks at physical activity, food & nutrition, & barriers to lifestyle change. Wear comfy clothes & sports shoes & bring a water bottle & positive attitude. Info 6630 0488.

Deaf support

The final in the series of 'Parents with Deaf Children' consultations will be held July 29 at the Lismore Workers Club from 6.30pm. Input wanted before the launch of the Parents of Deaf support group. Info 6622 5572.

Relationships course

Free 6wk course, Boundaries & Bridges, starts Aug 3 (ends Sept 7) at the Casino Memorial Hospital from 12.30-3pm. Move from surviving to thriving in your relationship. Small, confidential group. Bookings & info 6620 2999.

Cadets anniversary

TS Lismore Navy Cadets are celebrating their 25th anniversary with a formal dinner on Aug 6 at the Ballina RSL Club. Members of the public & all past & present cadets, staff & committee members welcome. $30pp. Bookings & info 6686 8238.

Fashion comp

Lifeline's annual Fashion Parade is on Aug 13 & the recycled clothing competition is bigger than ever with cash & prizes up for grabs. Simply purchase clothing from any of Lifeline's 6 stores, ask for an entry form & recycle it into a fashion masterpiece for your chance to win.

Skills course

Free TAFE outreach course, Skills for Work & Study, is proposed for Lismore campus in semester 2. For unemployed people over 40 & sole parents wishing to return to work or study. 2 days p/wk for 15wks from Aug 18. Includes computing & internet skills, first aid etc. Info Sue 6626 6465 or Frances 6626 6445.

No greater love

Local women invited to a w/end retreat with Shireen Penny, a Christian descended from Hindu and Muslim faiths. She & her husband have pioneered churches for the past 25yrs. Organised by the FNC Committee of Christian Women Communicating International for Aug 19-21 at Camp Drewe in Lennox Head. Day visits also welcome. Info Enid 6687 6895 or Dot 6689 1177.

Join local radio

2NCR FM is on the lookout for new volunteers, presenters & members to help keep Lismore's community radio station invigorated. If you have some experience volunteering in community-based organisations, or would like to gain some, then give us a call! Info 6620 3006.

Local art group

I am starting an art group for artists in & around Lismore. Meet for informal discussion on each other's art, socialising, outings, lectures & group exhibitions. Info Jeni 0407 457 243.

Tennis court hire

The Booyong Recreation & Reserve Trust members wish to inform the community that two tennis courts are available for hire for social tennis & family picnic days. Proceeds for the maintenance of the Reserve grounds. Info 6629 1430.

Bill's team

We urgently require volunteers to join our friendly team & assist Bill Hawkins with his daily exercise regime, required after a severe motor vehicle accident. Only 2hrs per week, fortnight or on an on-call basis would be a great help to this local family. No exp necessary. Info Sharon 6624 7512.

Positive perception

Power of Positive Perception. Free intro by clinical hypnotherapist Melanie Manar on Fri at Inner Sanctvm, upstairs 68 Magellan St, Lismore, from 10.30am. Info 6621 2492 or 0431 452 752.

Join our playgroup

Jelly Beans Playgroup invites you to join in the fun with face painting & much more. Meet every Fri at the Senior Citizens Hall, 124 Ballina Rd, G'bah, from 10am-12pm. Caters for kids 0-5yrs. Please bring fruit & drink. No other foods please as we have kids with allergies. Info Donna 6624 7617.

Meditation

Siddha Yoga Meditation every second Fri in East Lismore from 7-8.30pm. Info Liora 6624 4216 or www.siddhayoga.org.

Ballina mahjong

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

Darts club

Lismore Workers Darts Club Social Darts held every Fri in meeting room 1 at the Lismore Workers Club. Names in by 7.45pm. $3pp. Kids 10yrs & over welcome to play. Info Gerald 6622 2235.

Spinners club

If you would like to learn how to spin, weave, felt, knit crochet or needle please join the Lismore Spinners & Weavers on Fri, July 15 at McLeans Ridges Hall from 10am. Bring your lunch & have fun. Info Loraine 6624 2025 or Kay 6629 1510.

Friday dance

Monthly Dance held Fri, July 15 at Sth Gundurimba Hall, Coraki Rd, from 7.30pm. Dancing to Val & Norma's music, door prize, giveaways, raffle & a great supper. $7 adults, $2 high school age & other kids free. Info Lorna 6629 0255 or Alan 6629 0313.

Crawford House

Crawford House at 10 Wardell Rd, A'ville, has an 'After the War' theme & is open for inspection every Fri from 10am-4pm & every Sun from 1-4pm. Call in, have a chat & a cuppa & enjoy some old memories. Crawford House also available for functions. Info 6628 3925.

RSL Sub-Branch

City of Lismore RSL Sub-Branch meets Sat, July 16 at the G'bah RSL Bowlers Clubhouse from 9.30am. RSL Ladies Auxiliary also meets Sat, July 16 at the G'bah RSL Sports Club conference room at 9.30am. Meeting followed by a sausage sizzle. For transport or apologies phone 6621 3851.

Family fete

St Andrew's Nursing Home Fete held Sat, July 16 at 59 Bentwick St, Ballina, from 8am-12pm. Trash and treasure, cakes & produce, plants, all-day brekkie BBQ, live music, raffles, clowns, gifts & handicrafts. Lots of fun for the whole family. Proceeds for equipment to assist the elderly.

Run For Life launch

Run For Life, a fundraiser for Early Bird Advocacy, will be launched on Sat, July 16 with a dinner at The Channon Tavern from 7pm. $60pp includes 3-course meal, beer, wine & door prizes. Early Bird supports premmie babies & their families. Info & bookings 6688 6309.

Re-enactment club

Medieval Re-enactment Club meets Sat, July 16 at Rugby Rd Park (off Bangalow Rd behind Trinity), Lismore, from 10am-1pm. Archery & sword combat training. Info Jim 6622 2558.

Rock Valley lunch

Rock Valley Hall Hot Luncheon held Sat, July 16 from 12pm. Craft & painting displays, 3-course meal. $15pp or $10 for pensioners. Info Gordon 6629 3242.

Country music

Country Music held Sat, July 16 in the garden area of Coraki Hotel from 11am. BBQ lunch, crafts, slices & sweets for sale. Host is Lyn Manning. Come & enjoy good music & company. Proceeds to St Michael's Hostel & Mid Richmond Residents' Village. Info 6683 2257.

Yoga term 3

All welcome for a free program of kirtan & healing chant on Sat, July 16 from 5.30pm. Please bring musical instruments for a fusion of sound & vibration. Satyananda yoga class Thurs 6-7.30pm. Kirtan 3rd Sat of each month. All at Saraswati School of Yoga, 131 Keen St, Lismore (upstairs). Info 6621 2649.

Art tutorials

Lismore Art Club Inc tutorial held Sat, July 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.

Water w/shops

Free w/shop on water saving held Sat, July 16, 23 & 30 at Bunnings Warehouse in Lismore from 3pm. July 16 is saving water in the bathroom. Info 6621 2345.

Free festival

Inspirasi Indonesian Arts Festival Finale Weekend held Sat & Sun, July 16-17. Free performances of music, dance & arts of all kinds on Sat at the Buddha Bar, Byron Arts Factory, from 12pm-late & on Sun at the Byron Peace Pole from 12-5pm. Info 6685 7789 or www.aiaa.org.au.

NASHOs

The Northern Rivers Sub-Branch of the National Servicemen's Association meets Sun, July 17 at the G'bah RSL Sports Club from 10.30am. Election of office bearers. Members & partners welcome. Info 6621 3520.

Historical society

A'ville Plateau Historical Society meets Sun, July 17 at the RSL Hall, Bugden Ave, A'ville, from 2pm. The society if collecting historic needlework & stories of the local pioneers so why not call in & have a chat & a cuppa.

Uki landcare

The Uki Buttery Bazaar is having a landcare market on Sun, July 17 from 10am. Speakers include Robyn Francis on permaculture & Peter Hardwick on bushfoods. Lots of music & fun. Also a Women's Holistic Health Expo happening in the Hall! Info Lindy 6679 5399.

Scrabble club

Lismore Scrabble Club meets twice weekly at the Lismore Workers Club on Sun & Wed from 12pm. New members most welcome. Info Leah 6624 3216 or 6663 1156.

Diabetes meeting

Lismore Branch of Diabetes Australia meets Mon, July 18 at the Lismore Workers Club from 9.30am. Election of office bearers. All welcome. Info 6624 4058.

Euthanasia society

Voluntary Euthanasia Society of NSW meets Mon, July 18 at the G'bah RSL Sports Club from 10am. A briefing on the arrangements we should all have in place to protect our interests should we become unable to make decisions for ourselves. Info Bryan 6680 1961.

View Gala Day

Ballina Day View Club Gala Day held July 28 at the Ballina RSL Club from 10am with morn tea, luncheon & entertainment. $25pp. Payments due by Mon, July 18 to Chris at the RSL between 9am-11am in the auditorium. Toiletry items to be donated for drought affected rural women.

In-line hockey

Boys & Girls In-Line Hockey for 11yrs & under held every Mon at the Skating Rink from 5-6.30pm. $6 per session.

ASCA meet

Advocates for Survivors of Child Abuse (ASCA) meets every Mon at 17E Keen St, Lismore, from 6-8pm. For men & women 18yrs & over. Group setting for people to share with each other. Info Susan 6662 7014 or Betty 6662 3976.

Buddhism for you

The Diamond Way offers the modern world the most skilful methods of the Buddha. Discover inner richness for the benefit of others & ourselves. Meditation & practical teachings every Mon at Lismore Library from 4.30pm & every Wed in A'ville from 8pm. Info 0404 364 836 (Lismore) or 6628 7002 (A'ville).

Seniors tai chi

Tai Chi for seniors held every Mon & Thurs at the Lismore Workers Bowling Club from 9.15-10.15am. All welcome. Info Sally 6624 5141.

Swimming club

Duck Creek Mountain adult swim club swims on Mon at the Summit indoor pool in G'bah & Thurs at the Ballina indoor pool, both from 7pm. Pool entry + $5. All ages over 20 welcome. Focus on fitness & stroke correction.

Lismore Preschool

Lismore Preschool Kindergarten now offers extended hours & occasional care catering for kids aged 3yrs to school age. Preschool hours 8.30am-3pm, extended hours 8am-4pm (Mon) & 8am-5.15pm (Tues to Fri). Occasional care half or full-day rates. Located at 62 Brewster St, Lismore. Info 6621 5428.

Rhee Tae Kwon Do

Rhee Tae Kwon Do martial training is held Mon & Wed at G'bah Public School, Mon & Wed at W'bar Public School & Tues & Thurs at Casino Public School. All from 6.30-7.30pm. Rhee TKD is an original martial art incorporating fitness, stretching, dynamic kicking, strikes & blocks. Info Tim 0418 248 571.

Tennis anyone?

Ladies invited to play in our next competition starting Tues, July 19 at A'ville. All standards welcome. Info Helen 6628 6143 or Jane 6628 0942.

Rally against IR

Rally against industrial relations changes held Tues, July 19 outside Ian Causley's office, Molesworth St, Lismore, from 1pm. Speaker: Sharan Burrow from the ACTU. Organised by Richmond Valley Unions. Info 6626 1444.

Forum on IR

Forum on industrial relations changes with guest speaker Sharan Burrow from the ACTU held Tues, July 19 at the Lismore Workers Club from 5.45pm. Organised by the Socialist Alliance Unions. Info 6622 2862.

Ballina Guides

Ballina Guides return after holidays Tues, July 19 at the Guide Hall, Swift St, from 6-7.30pm. Hope all girls enjoyed camp at Coffs Harbour & the archery day in Lismore. Info M Chamberlain 6686 5158.

Landcare talk & walk

Cryptic Plants (small & hard to find) of the Headlands: a talk & walk with Andy Erskine for the Field Naturalists Group of Lennox Head Landcare. Held Tues, July 19 from 8.30-10.30am. Meet at the north carpark, Coast Rd, Boulders Beach (opp horse spelling paddocks). $2 donation. Info Sue 6687 5135 or Beth 0407 457 608.

Art therapy group

8wk Creative Art Therapy Group for women starts Tues, July 19. No previous art experience necessary. Full fee $60 inclusive of art materials. Bookings & info from the Lismore & District Women's Health Ctr on 6621 9800.

Lifeline training

Lifeline Northern Rivers is recruiting volunteers to work as Telephone Counsellors on Lifeline's 24hr telephone counselling line. Training starts Tues, July 19. Info package available from 6622 4133.

Ruthven euchre

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

Tuesday talks

U3A NR Tuesday Talk held Tues, July 19 at the G'bah RSL Sports Club from 1.30-3.30pm. Topic: Surprising Japan is affordable & fun with Graeme Eggins. Visitors most welcome. Info Hugh 6621 5894.

Day view club

Lismore Day View Club meets Tues, July 19 at the Lismore Workers Club at 10.30am for 11am. New members welcome. Info & apologies to 6624 1272.

Orchid society

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

Carers support

Ballina/Byron Carers Support Group meets Tues, July 19 at Crowley Village, Cherry St, Ballina, from 10-11.30am. Come along for a cuppa & a chat. For info & respite phone 1800 059 059.

Church trip

St Mary's Anglican Church Ballina is taking bookings for a trip on Thurs, July 21 to Australian Seabird Rescue. Leave at 9am & go to centre, then to Byron for lunch, a look around & leisurely trip home. $29pp for morning tea & lunch. $10 deposit & final payment by Tues, July 19. Info & bookings Ellen 6681 3038.

Grow group

'The best in life, love & happiness is ahead of you' - that's what Grow believes. A mutual help group that advocates personal growth to maturity. Meets every Tues at 104A Molesworth St, Lismore, at 10.30am & 7.30pm. Confidential & non-denominational.

Shukokai Karate

Learn tradition & sports karate & self-defence. Every Tues at the G'bah Community Ctr from 6-7pm. Small group, suits all ages. Info Stan 6628 5659.

Round dancing

Learn Round Dancing every Tues at the Red Dove Anglican Church Hall, cnr Keen & Woodlark streets, Lismore, from 7.30-9.30pm. Info 6624 1885 or 0407 663 017.

After school program

New After School Program. Lismore's new youth space, C Blok (behind Lismore Library) will be open Tues & Thurs from 3-6pm as a Homework Centre. Computers, internet & digital cameras available. Anyone 12-18yrs welcome. Info Lindie 6621 7919 or 6621 5025.

Bereavement group

Bereavement Support Group, for those who are grieving for the death of a loved one, meets Wed, July 20 at the Lismore Base Hospital Fridays meeting room from 4.45-6.15pm. RSVP to Ivan 6620 2492.

Ladies probus

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

Greens meet

Summerland Greens monthly meeting held Wed, July 20 at the Lismore Workers Club from 6pm. Visitors welcome. Info Phil 6622 6606.

Curry lunch

Blue & White Auxiliary Curry Lunch held July 25 at the Lismore Workers Hts Bowling Club at 11.30am for 12pm. $12pp. Raffle, lucky door prizes, tombolas etc. Proceeds to St Vincent's Hospital Palliative Care. Bookings by Wed, July 20 to Joyce 6624 4342 or Anne 6621 6368.

Quit smoking course

A professionally-led, free 6wk Quit Smoking program will be offered in Lismore from July 28. Group atmosphere will ensure support & encouragement for all. Places are limited. Register by Wed, July 20. Info Maryann 6620 7668.

Singers wanted

Like to sing? Read poetry? Play an instrument? Enjoy yourself while giving entertainment to others. The Happy Singers meet Wed fortnightly from 10.30-11.30am (plus short travel times) at local retirement homes. Info Margaret 6624 2418.

Holiday w/shops

Free school holiday art w/shops for young women every Wed at C Blok (behind Lismore Library) from 3-5pm. Look at our life through collage & creativity. No art experience necessary. Just turn up or phone 6622 3143.

Queer choir

Have you ever thought about singing with a gay & lesbian choir? The Queer Choir is looking for more singers. Meets every Wed at the Fruitbowl, 111 Phyllis St, Sth Lismore. Info Chris 6688 4063 or Jane 6681 3721.

Day care club

Places available in the Tibouchina RSL Day Care Club for older people in the A'ville/W'bar area. Meets every Wed from 10am-2pm. Lunch & entertainment. Info Dianne 6628 5659.

Drama activities

Drama Class Activities for kids 8-12yrs held every Wed at the Lismore PCYC from 4-5pm. Join in the fun! Info 6621 6276.

Free women's course

TAFE Ballina campus is running a free course for women who want to gain skills for work or study. Includes career & life planning, English, creative writing, computing, maths, first aid, 1wk work experience & more. Starts Wed, July 20 & runs until Dec 2 during school hrs, 3 days per wk. Info Lindy or Gai 6686 1511.

Join scouts

G'bah Scouts for girls & boys. 8-10yrs every Wed from 6.30pm, 11-15yrs every Thurs from 7pm. Both at Cassia St Hall, G'bah. Info 0427 005 075.

Service pensions

Bill McCaughey pension work done at the Lismore Workers Club every Thurs from 9am-12pm.

Welfare work

Certificate 4 in Welfare Work runs Mon, Tues & Wed from July until the end of 2006 at TAFE. This qualification is considered the general entry level for people working in a wide range of community services. Info session held Thurs, July 21 at the Lismore campus from 10am. Info 6626 6400.

G'bah probus

G'bah Probus Club meets Thurs, July 21 at the G'bah RSL Sports Club from 10am. Speaker: Anaesthetist Dr Eddie Loong. Info Margaret 6625 1816.

Reconciliation meet

Lismore People for Reconciliation meet Thurs, July 21 at ACE Lismore, 59 Magellan St, from 5pm. We will be discussing plans for the next year. All welcome.

Parents' support

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

Carers group

Lismore & District Carers Group meets Thurs, July 21 at the Presbyterian Church Hall, Keen St, Lismore, from 10am-12pm. Whether you care for a loved one who has a disability, is frail aged or has a chronic illness, we welcome you. Parking at rear of church & morn tea provided for small donation. Info Lorna 6683 1623.