Brad Hardy Foundation Walk 2023
A charity walk will be held in memory of fallen AFP officer Brad Hardy, who died aged 23, and in support of Run4Blue on Saturday 27 May 10am at Kings Park, Lake Burley Griffin. Before the walk, a relay between AFP Officers, AFP Protective Service Officers, AFP recruits and a Brad Hardy team will be held at 9.30am. There will also be merchandise for sale and a raffle. All monies raised will be donated to AFP Legacy. Register via trybooking.com/CFKBU. More info: bradhardyfoundation.com.au
GIVIT seeks a heater
GIVIT is calling for the donation of a heater for a man who has finally been granted a home in the ACT. This man has been sleeping rough for five years whilst on a waitlist for housing. An organisation in the ACT is helping him to furnish his new one-bedroom home. This man has struggled with mental health challenges and addiction and has worked hard to turn his life around. With winter coming, he could use a heater to stay warm and comfortable as he begins his new life. Generous Canberrans can donate a heater or fund this request with 100% of money donated used to purchase the item. To find out how you can help please visit givit.org.au/whats-needed. Search Category: keyword ‘heater’. Location: ‘ACT’. GIVIT supports more than 400 charities and community groups across the Capital Region by matching your items with people who need them most.
Kippax Uniting Church Market Place
Our next Market Place is on Saturday 20 May 9am-1pm at Kippax Uniting Church, Luke St, Holt. There will be individual stall holders selling their unique crafts, plus pre-loved puzzles, games, art, White Elephant goodies, a sausage sizzle and morning tea.
Folk Dance Canberra
Orfeevi Ritmi presents ’Rhythms of Orfeus’. Experience wild rhythms, exotic melodies and bold singing, blending ancient traditions with modern musical idioms at Folk Dance Canberra Hall, 114 Maitland Street, Hackett on Sunday 28 May 2.30-4.30pm. Canberra duo, Alister Price (accordionist) and Desi Gancheva (singer), are performing Balkan music and leading dances that everyone can join in. Cost: $20; $10 concession, FDC members. More info: [email protected]
Kangara Waters Winter Warmers Charity Sale
This year’s Winter Warmers Charity Sale at Kangara Waters Retirement Village, 2 Joy Cummings Place, Belconnen will be held on Saturday 27 May 8.30am-12.30pm. Tables will overflow with beautiful hand-knitted scarves and beanies of every colour, many priced at $5 each. There will also be gloves, hats, jumpers and cardigans for adults and children, recycled quality jackets and knits, and warm handmade winter throws. All cash from the sale will be directed through the Red Cross to Ukraine. Cash and card payments accepted.
VIEW Club
Gungahlin Day: Our next meeting is on Wednesday 26 May 11.45am at Gungahlin Lakes Golf Club, Nicholls. Cost $35 for two-course lunch. Guest speaker: Barbie Robinson, author of a book about the Canberra Firestorm and its aftermath. RSVP to Julie on 0422 505 771 by Sunday 21 May 9pm. Guests and visitors are very welcome.
Weston Creek: We will be celebrating our 51st birthday with a meeting and lunch at Canberra Southern Cross Club, Woden on Tuesday 6 June 11.30am. Cost: $38 for two-course lunch. The Canberra Mandolin Orchestra will play and there will be market tables and a raffle. RSVP to Rosemary on 0402 958 535 by Thursday 1 June. All members and guests welcome.
Lions Club
Canberra City: Our club meets the first Monday of the month and the third Tuesday of the month 7-9pm at Eastlake Football Club, Griffith. We invite you to join us to learn new skills, to participate in the planning and actioning of projects and to have fun. Some members choose to meet at 6pm to enjoy a meal together in the bistro. More info: Call Rhondda on 0402 102 267.
