GIVIT donation of the week: Single Pram
GIVIT is working with an organisation in the ACT that provides health, development and learning support programs and services to parents and young children. This organisation is currently assisting a young family with a mother who has suffered from a serious injury and requires lengthy rehabilitation. They are requesting a single, lightweight pram that is easy to carry and manoeuvre, preferably a Bugaboo Butterfly model or something similar. This will allow the mother to easily move around while her partner is at work and attend appointments with her child. Your donation could really help ease this family’s burden while the mother is healing from her injury. To donate or fund, visit givit.org.au/whats-needed; search Category: Single Pram; Location: ACT. After you pledge the item, you will be contacted by the relevant organisation to arrange pick-up, post or drop-off.
A Day at the Lake
Royal Life Saving NSW/ACT is hosting A Day at the Lake – a free community water safety event at Black Mountain Peninsula on Sunday 12 February 10am-2pm. People of all ages and backgrounds are encouraged to build on their awareness and safety skills by joining the practical demonstrations on offer, such as hands-on CPR demonstrations and dry-land rescues. More info: drowningprevention.org.au
Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS)
Mums of young kids, aged 0-5 years, are invited to join Tuggeranong MOPS, meeting at the Good Shepherd Community Church, Chisholm, on Wednesday fortnights 9.30-11.30am. Next meeting 22 February. Contact: [email protected]
VIEW Club
Queanbeyan Evening: Our next dinner meeting is our AGM on 15 February 6pm at Vanilla Pod, Riverside Plaza, Queanbeyan. Cost: $35 for two-course dinner and raffles. New ladies are always welcome to join us in friendship and fun, and to support the Smith Family Learning For Life program. RSVP to Sue on [email protected] or 0448 427 237 by 12 February.
Tuggeranong Day: Our next meeting is on Tuesday 21 February 11am-2pm at Town Centre Vikings Club, Greenway. Cost: $33 for two-course lunch. Guest speaker: Dr Brad Tucker, an ANU astrophysicist speaking on space exploration and the space race. RSVP: Jan on 6193 5398 or [email protected] by Friday 17 February.
Woden: The next meeting is on Tuesday 28 February 11.30am at Canberra Southern Cross Club Woden. Cost: $34 for two-course meal. Guest speaker: Amanda Heal speaking about resilience and building courage. RSVP: Maureen on 0427 383 343 by 22 February.
Silver Soles Cloggers Inc.
Come and try a Clogging class; it’s a bit like Tap dancing, but easier to learn. No partner required, and we can lend you some shoes to start. Mondays at 6pm, Torrens Community Hall. Children $85 term, Adults $10 per class. More info: Louise 0411 270 410.
Free Valentine’s Day Dance
Monaro Folk Society will host a free dance on Valentine’s Day, 14 February 7.30-9.30pm, Baptist Church Hall, 17 Condamine Street, Turner. Come and try bush dancing with or without your Valentine. More info: monarofolk.org.au
Tarago Book Sale
The Dynamite Book Sale will be held on Saturday 11 February 11am-4pm at the Loaded Dog Hotel, Tarago NSW. Good condition books can be dropped to the hotel bar during opening hours. Proceeds will go to local community groups; any unsold books will be donated to Lifeline for their next sale. Brought to you by The Tarago Page Turner’s Book Club & The Loaded Dog Hotel, Tarago.
Dragonboating for Women
Diamond Phoenix, Canberra’s only all-women Dragon Boat Club, is hosting a come and try event on Saturday 18 February 10-11.30am at Grevillea Park, Menindee Drive, Barton. Please wear quick-drying clothes and covered shoes that you don’t mind getting wet, bring your water bottle, sunscreen, hat, and a towel. Paddle and life jackets are provided. All women from 13 years up are welcome! More info: revolutionise.com.au/diamondphoenix/home/ or email [email protected]
Canberra Mustang Car Show
On Sunday 26 February 8.30am-2.30pm, the Mustang Owners Club of Australia (NSW/ACT) will host the biennial Canberra Mustang Car Show at Viking Park, Erindale – A ‘Show and Shine’ featuring some of the region’s best Ford Mustang vehicles 1964-2022. In 2023, we expect to host over 120 Ford Mustang motor vehicles. Our show uses sponsorship and entrant fees to raise funds to support local charities. This year, we will be supporting the Australian Federal Police Veterans Association (AFPVA) by raising money for the Ian ‘Jacko’ Jackson Welfare Fund, which provides relief and assistance to AFP Veterans.
Bruno Groening Circle of Friends
Film screening of The Phenomenon of Healing on Saturday 4 March 11am-5pm (3-part film, includes 2 breaks) at Currie Crescent Community Centre, Kingston ACT. Free entry; donations appreciated. More info: Linley 0402 248 391.
