 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 at terra@echonews.com faxed to 6622 1791, or posted to PO Box 37, Lismore, or dropped into
The Echo office, 218 Molesworth St, Lismore, by Monday 12 pm, prior to Thursday publication.
Scottish Dancing
W/shops for experienced Scottish country dancers held monthly at Goolmangar.
Info Laura 6689 9377.
Help Wanted
Deaf Community Assoc in Lismore needs help sorting a collection of printed material from the last 10yrs. Anyone with spare time wanted. Info Karen 6621 4211.
Spiritual Church
Spiritual Church for the Rainbow Region starts Apr 14 in Clunes. Info Tony & Judi 6624 8503.
Trivia Night
Clovass-McKee's Hill Hall Committee hosting Trivia Night on Apr 27 at the hall from 7.15pm. Tables of 8, $5 each. Bookings 6663 1257 or 6663 1262.
Chinese Exercises
Tai Chi Chuan, Qi Gong & Wushu traditional Chinese exercises for health, fitness & relaxation. Day & night classes held locally. Info Chris 6624 8851.
Over 50s Learning
Lismore Over 50s Learning Ctr has 18 different courses, from cooking & calligraphy to tai chi & yoga. New term starts soon. Info Ann 6629 2199 or Peggy 6624 1847.
Eating Disorders
Free confidential support avail to people whose obsession with food & body image is leading to isolation & depression. Info Jodie 0419 668 803.
Birthday Bash
Triumph's Free 100th B'day celebration held Fri, Mar 29 at the Lismore Workers Club from 7pm.
Dressage Club
S/Land Dressage Club Judges Clinic held Sat, Mar 30. Info 6624 1454.
Model Trains
NR Model Railroaders Inc clubrooms (cnr McLeans Ridge Rd & Bruxner H'way, W'bar) open every Sun from 10am-2pm & Mon from 7pm to work on layouts. All welcome.
Sunday Ride
NR Pedallers next med-hard grade 75km ride held Sun, Mar 31. Leave 7am Bob & Jenny Thompson's house. Ride from Alstonville to Woodburn & return. People going on Big Ride to Inverell bring money for accommodation & shirt for teams day. Total cost $65.50. Info Jenny 6628 3850 or Rowley 6684 9331.
Astrology Club
Starry Night Club, group for local astrological community, meets Mon, Apr 1 at St Kevin's Catholic Hall in Bangalow from 7pm. Topic: Psychic awareness with Kira Kay. Bring plate to share. Entry $6. Info 6687 2602 or 6687 6144.
Martial Arts
Rhee Tae Kwon Do martial art classes for fitness & self-defence held every Mon & Wed night at the G'bah Community Ctr, 27 Oliver Ave, from 6-7pm. All ages welcome, just turn up. Info 6620 3290 or 6662 5656.
Jazz X-Ercise
Jazz X-ercise classes (the fun way to fitness!) held Mon in Alstonville from 5.30pm, Tues & Fri in Clunes from 6pm, Wed in G'bah from 6pm & Thurs in Bangalow from 6pm. Info Anne 6629 1041.
Camera Club
Lismore Camera Club meets Mon, Apr 1 at the Lismore Workers Club from 7.30pm. Set subject is old country building. Viewpoint: Brenda & John Drinkwater on France. Info Marie 6621 6187.
Paradiso Goes Pop
Paradiso Choir meets every Mon at the Italo Club from 7pm. New singers always wanted, no exp necessary. Info Jude 6621 2465.
Mental Health
Mental Health Family & Carers Support Group meets Mon, Apr 1 at the Community Mental Health Ctr, Hunter St, from 10.30am. Info 6624 3934.
Artist Demos
Nimbin artist Shells Neville & Ruth Sutter present handbuilding & oil painting technique demos every Mon-Wed from 10am-2pm. Info 6689 1444.
Speak Up!
8wk Toastmasters Speechcraft course starts Tues, Apr 2 at the Lismore Workers Club from 9.45am-12pm. Helps with public speaking, building self-esteem & overcoming nerves. Info Terry 6624 1836 or Noni 6622 0914.
Kids Music
NR Conservatorium Arts Ctr running Early Childhood Music classes every Tues from 11.30am-12.30pm. Includes singing, dance, craft & more. Info Tracey or Gabrielle 6621 2266.
Gem Club
Lismore Gem & Lapidary Club silver smithing & faceting w/shops held every Tues from 7.30pm. Lapidary w/shops held 2nd & 4th Thurs from 9.30am-1pm & general meets held 2nd Mon from 7.30pm, at Lismore Showgrounds Arts & Crafts Pavilion. Info Peter 6682 2398.
Ballina Arts
Ballina Arts & Craft Ctr Inc meets Tues, Apr 2 at the Ballina RSL Club from 7pm. Plans underway for Art & Craft in July & all members are urged to attend.
U3A News
University of the 3rd Age (U3A) meets Tues, Apr 2 downstairs at the G'bah RSL Sports Club from 2-4pm.
Vision Support
Lismore Vision Impaired Support Group meets Tues, Apr 2 at the Lismore Workers Club from 1.30pm. All welcome. Info Ann 6628 1306 or Helen 6628 5596.
Scrabble Club
Lismore Scrabble Club meets Tues from 7pm & Wed from 1-4pm at the Lismore Workers Club. Info 6624 3216.
Trefoil Guild
Richmond River Trefoil Guild meets Wed, Apr 3 at Lemley Park, Pearces Crk Rd, Alstonville (behind Tennis Crt) from 10.30am. Bring chair & BBQ lunch. Wet weather venue Fay Seiffert's home, 28 Simes St, Lismore Hts. Info Lorraine 6686 2777.
Embroiderers Meet
Embroiderer's Guild meets Wed, Apr 3 at the Uniting Church Hall, Phillip St, G'bah from 9.30am-12.30pm. Beginners most welcome. Info Judy 6624 1102.
Refugee Collective
Lismore Refugee Action Collective meets every Wed at the Lismore Workers Club from 5pm. Inform yourself about refugee issues & take action. All welcome. Info 6622 5050.
Church Op-Shop
St Paul's Presbyterian Church Op-Shop open Thurs, Apr 4 at the church hall, 188 Keen St, from 8.30am-2.30pm. Clothing, crafts, plants, food & more. Info Dawn 6628 2343.
Day View Club
Alstonville/W'bar Day View Club Luncheon held Mon, Apr 8 at the Alstonville Bowlo from 10.30am. Members & guest welcome. Bookings & cancellations by Thurs, Apr 4 to Bev 6628 3566 or Betty 6625 1172.
Seniors Social Club
Lismore Senior Citizens Social Club meets Thurs, Apr 4 at the Laurie Allen Ctr (Rowing Club). Indoor bowls, card playing & line dancing. New members welcome. Also seats left for Adelaide, Red Centre holiday in August. Info 6624 8246.
Bird Watching
See the Jacanas Molly Crawford & Roland Schicht Sunshine Bird Tour held Thurs, Apr 4. Meet at the Lismore Lake from 5pm. All welcome. Info 6621 6459 or 6625 2431.
Organic Market Grows
Lismore's Rainbow Region Organic Market has extended service to include Thurs evenings from 4-7pm, in addition to reg Tues morn market. Info 6688 2288.
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