FRIDAY 16 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.
Gympie VIEW Club
The Gympie VIEW Club ladies conduct a lunch meeting at the Gympie Bowls Club, Bowlers Drive, Southside on the third Friday of every month. The club fund raises to support The Smith Family’s Learning for Life program and other worthwhile causes. For more information contact Pat on 5484 0081 or Jill on 0458 416 881.
SATURDAY 17 June
Tin Can Bay Markets
Head along to the Tin Can Bay Markets at the RSL Community Hall which are held on every third Saturday of the month from 7am-midday. Email [email protected] for more information.
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.
Long Flat Dance
The Learner Dance Group dance will be held at Long Flat Hall, starting at 7pm. Music by band, High Noon. Entry is $10 per person, bring your own supper. Enquiries to Ann 0432 154 204 or Judy 0437 532 232.
Make a Pride Flag
As part of the Gympie Pride Month activities, members of the LGBTQIA+ community and allies are invited to drop in and make a rainbow flag to celebrate Pride Month at The Maker’s Corner, 11 Berrie Street, between 10am and 4pm. No bookings necessary, just drop in for some social sewing – all levels of expertise welcome. For more Pride Month Festival activities head to www.linktr.ee/gympiepridefestival or follow @gympiepridefestival on Facebook or Instagram.
SUNDAY 18 June
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.
Duck Pond Markets
The Gympie Duck Pond Markets happen at the Lighthorse Oval at the Gympie Gold Mining and Historical Museum, Brisbane Rd, Gympie. Held on the first, third and fifth Sunday from 7am-midday this popular market stall sites fill quickly. Call 5482 3995 for more information.
MONDAY 19 June
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 20 June
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.
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 remaining sessions starting at 6pm until 7.30pm. The Queer community and allies of all ages are welcome. Tickets available at www.events.humanitix.com.
WEDNESDAY 21 June
Relaxation Group Sessions for Women
Take some time out to ground yourself, reset your frazzled nervous system and reconnect with yourself through learning a variety of mindfulness and relaxation practices. This free support group will be held between 9.30 and 10.30am 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 22 June
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.
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