GIVIT donation of the week: outdoor furniture
GIVIT is assisting an organisation in the ACT that supports financially and socially disadvantaged families. They are currently supporting a family in rebuilding their lives after experiencing hardship and losing their home and many belongings. The organisation has helped them secure a new home and need assistance with outdoor furniture. The family has managed to source some essential items themselves, but need help furnishing their new home to feel safe and secure again. Generous Canberrans can fund this request, and 100% of money received by GIVIT used to purchase outdoor furniture. To donate to or fund this request please visit www.givit.org.au/whats-needed, search Keyword: outdoor furniture; Location: ACT. GIVIT supports more than 400 charities and community groups across the Capital Region by matching your item or generosity with people who need it most.
The Pet Gala
Move over New York City and The Met Gala – Canberra is hosting The Pet Gala! ACT Pet Crisis Support will hold this fundraising gala on Saturday 29 October 6.30pm at the National Press Club, with all funds raised going straight to urgent veterinary treatment for local disadvantaged and vulnerable pets. Tickets for The Pet Gala are on sale via www.actpetcrisis.com. Tickets include all food, drink and entertainment. Tables of 10 receive a group discount.
Motorcycle Awareness Week
Motorcycle Riders Association of the ACT (MRA ACT) will be holding the rider Awareness campaign JOE Rider during Motorcycle Awareness Week, 17-22 October. How often do we hear “Sorry Mate, I didn’t see you” from a motorist who has either hit a motorcycle rider or had a near miss? Some years ago, MRA ACT decided to address that question by having one week every year to raise awareness of riders on Canberra roads – expecting it then flows to the whole 12 months. During Motorcycle Awareness Week, the rider awareness campaign, JOE Rider, starts with riders wearing vests with ‘JOE’ written on the back while riding around Canberra streets, being visible. We ask all road users in our community to look for JOE and log their sighting for a chance to win a prize. You’ll see JOE Rider not just around Canberra, but maybe in Queanbeyan or the environs around the ACT. Email your sightings – the when and where – to [email protected]. MRA ACT is committed to raising awareness of riders on our roads, and also reminds riders to take responsibility for their safety on the roads – stay visible, be predictable, and ride to the conditions.
French Australian Preschool Community Fête
After a two-year hiatus, the French Australian Preschool Community Fête will return on Saturday 22 October 10am-2pm, 31 Astrolabe Street, Red Hill. The fete is an inclusive, fun and action-packed event drawing 800+ attendees from across the ACT area as well as operators from around Australia. There will be entertainment, games, kids’ activities, stalls and food. More info: frenchaustralianpreschool.com.au
Thrive: A Celebration of Hope
Support and celebrate the University of Canberra’s outstanding achievements in ground-breaking cancer care research at Thrive: A Celebration of Hope luncheon on Friday 11 November 12-2pm at the National Press Club, Barton. Hosted by Virginia Haussegger AM, the event will feature a line-up of inspiring speakers, including local Canberrans who understand the importance of cancer care and survivorship, and a keynote address from Australia’s most in-demand speaker, Michael Crossland, sharing his inspiring story of overcoming extreme adversity. Tickets: $99 per person; $900 table of 10; canberra.edu.au/give/thrive-a-celebration-of-hope
VIEW Club
Gungahlin Day: The next meeting is on Wednesday 26 October 11.45am at Gungahlin Lakes Golf Club, Nicholls. Cost: $35 for a two-course lunch. Guest speaker: Estella Hutchinson, a professional doula, who guides and supports pregnant women during labour. RSVP to Hilary on 0407 556 460 by Sunday 23 October 9pm.
Tuggeranong Evening: The next meeting is on 26 October 6.30pm at Town Centre Vikings Club, Greenway. Guest speaker: Annwyn Godwin from IPEA. Meals available. Contact Dianne 0418 694 800.
Weston Creek: The next meeting is on Tuesday 8 November 11.30am at Canberra Southern Cross Club, Woden. Cost: $35 for a two-course lunch. Guest speaker: Sue Owen of Heads Up wigs and hair pieces. RSVP to Barbara on 6286 4626 by Thursday 27 October 5pm.
Photographic Collectors’ Fiesta
On Sunday 30 October 10.30am-1.30pm, the Canberra Photographic Collectors’ Society will hold their Fiesta at the Canberra Irish Club, 6 Parkinson St, Weston. Free admission. It is your chance to buy or sell photographic items both old and new. There will be digital and film cameras, both useable and collectable, accessories and photo books. You can book a sale table for $20 or have your item sold for you from the Club Table. More info: call Andre on 0422 981 778 or email [email protected]
LGBTIQ+ Elders Dance Club at SpringOUT
Ainslie and Gorman Arts Centres in partnership with All The Queens Men and Meridian is proud to present the LGBTIQ+ Elders Dance Club as part of the annual SpringOUT Festival on Saturday 12 November 1-3pm at Ainslie Main Hall, Ainslie Arts Centre, Braddon. Free event. RSVP via www.ainslieandgorman.com.au
