FRIDAY 9 June
AA Zoom Meetings
Gympie hosts the Gympie Goldfields Friday night zoom meetings at 7pm. Connect via the aa.org.au website and click on Online Meetings, or contact Andrew on 0491 646 598 for help with connecting via a device or mobile phone.
SATURDAY 10 June
Long Flat Dance
The Learner Dance Group Old Time Dance will be held at Long Flat Hall, starting at 7pm. Entry is $10 per person, bring your own supper. Enquiries to Ann 0432 154 204 or Judy 0437 532 232.
Amamoor Markets
Amamoor Alive Markets are on from 8am – to midday at the Amamoor Station every Saturday. Handcrafted goods and local produce on offer. Phone 0429 555 485 for more information.
Dagun Markets
Don’t miss the Dagun Growers Market at the Railway Station in Kimlin Lane, between 3pm and dusk every Saturday. There you’ll find all the finest produce the Mary Valley has to offer. For more information call 0459 225 399.
Social Tennis
Head along to the Queens Park Tennis Club for social tennis every Monday and Thursday nights from 5.30pm, and Saturday mornings from 6.30am (weather permitting). For more information or court hire contact Murray Irvine 0407 868 755, Greg Hampson 0407 136 725, or Jenny Kachel on 0402 775 023.
AA Recovery Group
If you or someone you know has developed a drinking problem, you may want to consider calling one of the following people. There are no dues or fees for AA membership – the only requirement is a desire to stop drinking. The recovery group meet at 4.30pm in the Uniting Church Hall, 15 Red Hill Rd, Gympie. Contact Andrew on 0491 646 548 or Rob on 0401 074 159.
Curra Oval Markets
Curra Oval Markets are held in front of the Curra Community Hall in David Drive, Curra on the second Saturday of every month, from 7am-midday. Head along to discover all local produce, handicrafts and second hand goods. Phone Leslie on 0438 773 590 for more information.
Goomboorian Hall Markets
The Goomboorian Memorial Hall Markets are a fundraising market for the hall committee, held on the Second Saturday of every month, from 7am-midday. Stalls cost $5. Call Pam for more information on 5486 5317.
Gunalda Markets
Head along to the Gunalda Hall Markets on the second Saturday from 7.30am – midday for some unique gift ideas, second hand goods and produce direct from the growers. The Gunalda Hall is at 27 Balkin St, Gunalda. For more information call 0411 381 071.
Rainbow Beach Markets
No trip to the coast is complete without a visit to the Rainbow Beach Markets on the second Saturday. Stroll between the stalls from 7am-midday and sample local produce, handmade items, second hand goods and more. Call 5486 3355 for more information.
SATURDAY 10 June/11 June
Monster Book Sale
The Little Haven Monster Book Sale is on Saturday from 8am to 3.30pm and Sunday, 11 June between 9am and 2pm at the Senior Citizens Centre in Mellor Street, Gympie. For more information call Little Haven on 5482 9091 or visit the website at www.littlehaven.org.au.
SUNDAY 11 June
Gympie Showgrounds Market
All the best local produce is on show at the Gympie Showgrounds Farmers Markets on Exhibition Rd, Southside. These popular markets fall on the second and fourth Sunday from 7am-midday. To book a site or for more information call 0418 711 897.
Imbil Country Craft Markets
The Imbil Country Farmers and Craft Markets are on every Sunday, 8am-1pm in Central Park in Yabba Road. Come along and experience fresh country produce, live music and handcrafted goods. Call 0411 187 157 for more information.
MONDAY 12 June
Priscilla, Queen of the Desert screening
Frock up or just rock up and watch one of the best Aussie films of all time on the big screen. For the Gympie Pride Festival and for one night only Priscilla, Queen of the Desert will screen at The Gympie Cinemas. Complimentary glass of bubbles on arrival (for over 18s) and the candy bar will be open for popcorn and sugar hits. Doors open at 7pm, screening starts at 7.30pm. Tickets from www.events.humanitix.com.
Parkinson’s Support Group Gympie
Meetings are held on the second Monday of the month at the Indoor Bowls Club, Graham Street, Gympie at 10 am. The group are a friendly, supportive group and happy to welcome new members. For more information contact Yoey via email at [email protected].
Gympie Bowls Club Bingo
If you have always wanted to try Bingo and meet some very nice people on Monday mornings, starting at 9am, you would be very welcome and we would assist you if required. Morning tea is provided. Phone 0477 960 578 or just come to the club at 9am at Gympie Bowls Club Southside, at the end of Bowlers Drive. Eyes down at 9.30am.
Gympie Indoor Bowls
Want to take up a gentle activity and make new friends and meet interesting people? The Gympie Indoor Bowls group is just what you are looking for. Everyone is welcome regardless of age or ability at the centre at 35 Graham St, One Mile between 1-4pm. For more information contact Lil on 5482 8261.
Social Tennis
Head along to the Queens Park Tennis Club for social tennis every Monday and Thursday nights from 5.30pm, and Saturday mornings from 6.30am (weather permitting). For more information or court hire contact Murray Irvine 0407 868 755, Greg Hampson 0407 136 725, or Jenny Kachel on 0402 775 023.
AA Big Book Steps Meeting
If you or someone you know has developed a drinking problem, you may want to consider calling one of the following people. There are no dues or fees for AA membership – the only requirement is a desire to stop drinking. The Steps meeting meets at 5.30pm in the community hall on the corner of Pine and Myall Streets, Gympie. Contact Therese on 0411 121 554 or Rick on 0412 224 666.
TUESDAY 13 June
Music Therapy for Women
Express yourself through music and sound exploration. Our music therapist will facilitate your capacity to express yourself in a safe and welcoming place. No prior experience is required. This free workshop will be held between 3 and 5pm at the Gympie Women’s Health Centre at 21 Alfred Street, Gympie. Bookings essential on 5483 6588.
Pride Community Singers
Sing loud, sing proud – we all sound great when we sing in a crowd! Come along to these singing workshops led by a classically trained singer, learn some uplifting and powerful pop songs, and make fabulous new friends. Reckon you can’t sing? Great, you’re one of us. Got a great voice, but nowhere to use it? Fabulous, you’re in! Drag your friends and family along as well to make sure the hills of Gympie are alive with the sound of our music. Let’s get loud and proud! Held at the Old Post Office, on the corner of Channon and Duke streets. Your $5 ticket gets you entry to all three sessions starting at 6pm until 7.30pm. The Queer community and allies of all ages are welcome. Tickets available at www.events.humanitix.com.
AA Big Book Study Group
If you or someone you know has developed a drinking problem, you may want to consider calling one of the following people. There are no dues or fees for AA membership – the only requirement is a desire to stop drinking. The study group meets at 9.30am at the Salvation Army complex at 42 Stumm Rd, Southside. Contact Laurie on 0417 796 855 or Michael on 0419 735 292.
Gympie Toastmasters Meeting
Gympie Goal Diggers is keen to welcome new members. Meetings are held from 7pm until 9pm each second and fourth Tuesday of the month at the Gympie Community Place, 18 Excelsior Road, Gympie.
WEDNESDAY 14 June
Art Therapy for Women
Express the inexpressible, using a variety of mediums and techniques. No artistic talent required – set your unconscious free to explore what it needs to explore. This workshop costs $20 ($10 concession) and will be held between 9.30 and 11.30am at the Gympie Women’s Health Centre at 21 Alfred Street, Gympie. Bookings essential on 5483 6588.
Gympie QCWA
The Gympie QCWA get together to meet every Wednesday. But, depending which week it is, it will be either a Meeting (1st), Craft Day (2nd and 4th) or Coffee Date (3rd). If the month contains a Fifth Wednesday, catch up with the ladies to finish your UFOs or Unfinished Objects. There are also other chapters around the Gympie region that meet on different days. For more information or enquiries, contact Brenda on 0418 190 049, email [email protected] or like them on FaceBook.
THURSDAY 15 June
Grief and Loss Support Group for Women
Learn about the normal and natural process of grieving a loss of any kind, identify strategies which will help you on your journey forward, and discover you are not alone. This free support group will be held between 9 and 10am at the Gympie Women’s Health Centre at 21 Alfred Street, Gympie. Bookings essential on 5483 6588.
Gympie Seniors Computing Group
If you need a little help with your laptop or device, the Gympie Seniors Computing Group will be at the Gympie Library at 8-14 Mellor Street providing assistance on the first and third Thursday of every month from 10am to 12noon. This is a free service. For more information call the library on 5481 0859.
Mothers Group
The Gympie Mother’s Group will be held weekly at the Gympie RSL from 10am – 12pm. Come along for a coffee and a chat, beginning Thursday 2nd February in the Atrium Bar.
Social Tennis
Head along to the Queens Park Tennis Club for social tennis every Monday and Thursday nights from 5.30pm, and Saturday mornings from 6.30am (weather permitting). For more information or court hire contact Murray Irvine 0407 868 755, Greg Hampson 0407 136 725, or Jenny Kachel on 0402 775 023.
AA ID Group
If you or someone you know has developed a drinking problem, you may want to consider calling one of the following people. There are no dues or fees for AA membership – the only requirement is a desire to stop drinking. The ID group meets at 8pm at Community Place, corner Excelsior and Stanley Streets, Gympie. Contact Trevor on 0431 405 339 or Maree on 0419 837 798.
Gympie Older Women’s Network
The Older Women’s Network welcomes Ladies over 50 to join them for a morning of friendship with a guest speaker or a novelty morning of fun. The meetings are held once a fortnight on a Thursday at the Indoor Bowls Club, Graham Street at 9am. For more information please contact Marilyn (Convenor) Ph 0409 256 603.
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