GIVIT donation of the week: Art pens
GIVIT is working with an organisation in the ACT that provides integrated and inclusive programs and services to individuals, families and young people. They are requesting art pens for their special program for a group of neurodiverse young people. These creative and talented youth aged 10-25 make artworks, clothing, jewellery and other items with their work sold at a market stall. Your donation of art pens will help them to earn an income, build more confidence and open opportunities for employment. Generous Canberrans can donate art pens or fund the request directly on the GIVIT website. 100% of the funds received by GIVIT will be used to purchase the art pens. To donate or fund this request, visit: GIVIT.org.au/what’s-needed, search Category: ‘Art pens’; 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.
Free Bicycle Fix N Ride Community Event
Hosted by Northside Community Service and Canberra Environment Centre, a free Bicycle Fix N Ride Community Event will be held at the Salthouse Community Centre, Haig Park on 23 January from 3.30 to 6.30pm. Bring your bike and join in this hands-on workshop for bicycle maintenance and repair. Discover valuable tips and tricks to keep your bike in top shape. All ages are welcome at this family-friendly event. For more information, please visit our website page: https://www.northside.asn.au/housing-engagement/youth-engagement/school-holiday-program/
Conder Craft Group
The group meets on the first Thursday of each month from 1 to 3pm at the YWCA Mura Lanyon Community Centre, Sydney Nolan Street, Conder. New members to our group are always welcome. Ladies, come along with your sewing, knitting or those projects you have always wanted to complete. Cost is $3. For further information please phone 0406380508.
Greenway Probus Club
Our mixed club meets on the second Tuesday of the month from 10.30 am to 12.30 pm at the Vikings Town Centre Club in Tuggeranong. At the 13 February meeting, our guest speaker will be Dr Marl Lax who will give us the real story of the Mutiny on the Bounty. Following the meeting you are most welcome to join members for lunch. For more info, call Graham on 0407 821 616.
Coastrek comes to Canberra
Running for over 15 years, Coastrek has raised over $48 million for charity so far, and this year will be hosting its first Canberra Coastrek event on Friday 15 March. There are two distances to choose from – 30km or the Twilight 20km – in teams of four. It’s an epic adventure of fun, fitness, friends and fundraising, proudly supporting the Heart Foundation. Registrations close 4 February. Find out more at www.coastrek.com.au
Hail, Queen Mary
To provide Australian citizens the possibility of congratulating the new King and Queen of Denmark, the Danish Embassy has a Book of Congratulations for the Royal couple at the Embassy in Canberra. Well wishers are invited to come and give their greetings to the new royal couple. The Royal Danish Embassy Canberra is located at 15 Hunter Street, Yarralumla. Call for opening hours 6270 5333.
Canberra Men’s Choir
The Canberra Men’s Choir extends a harmonious invitation to men of all ages and musical backgrounds to join them for an Open Night on Monday 5 February. This engaging event will unfold at the Harmonie German Club’s auditorium, 49 Jerrabomberra Avenue, Narrabundah, from 7.30 to 9pm.
HYH submissions
Submissions to our free Have You Heard community noticeboard are reserved for charity, not-for-profit and community organisations. Deadline for submissions is 10 days prior to the Thursday edition date. Email your submission with essential details – who, what, where, when, cost, contact details – to [email protected] with ‘HYH’ in the subject heading. Flyers and attachments not accepted. Due to space restrictions, please keep it brief. Please note: publication in print is not guaranteed.
