Regular EventsGold Coast Machine Knitting Club-first Tuesday of the month at 9am at Girl Guides Hut, Tabilan Street, Burleigh Heads. Both beginners and the experienced are welcome so come along and have an enjoyable morning and make great thinks. For futher details call Joy on 07 5535 4418
Mireh Community Care-Palm Beach- open every Tuesday and Thursday from 10am to 2pm. A place to drop in, do free craft, chess, backgammon or simply just have a coffee and chat - further info call Rob on 0424 519 109 or Debbie on 0450 029 435
Free Lunch in the Park-every 2nd Sunday of the month a sausage sizzle at Harley Park, Labrador, from midday to 2pm a community outreach initiated by Southport Church of Christ
Free Lunch in the Park-every 4th Sunday of the month a sausage sizzle at The Park, The Esplanade, Paradise Point, from midday to 2pm a community outreach initiated by Southport Church of Christ
FREE Depression Support Group on the 1st Thursday of each Month, 6 - 8pm. ...A great way to connect, find understanding and recovery tips. For venue details phone 5591 5820
Broadwater Communications Club Effective Communication on 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month Helensvale Community Centre, 31 Discovery Drive Helensvale at 7.30pm
St Brigid's Market on the 4th Saturday of every month from 7am to 1pm. Register by calling Eddie on 0414 352 005 Undercover and Open air stalls available. Come along and enjoy the morning browsing through the stalls, have bacon & egg or sausage rolls with plenty of coffee, tea and cake available.
Southport Blood Donor Centre - Opening Hours - Mon 10 - 5:30, Tues 8 - 3:30,Wed 12:30 - 8, Thurs 12:30 - 8, Fri 8 - 3:30 (alternate Fridays), Sat 8:30 - 12noon (first Saturday of every month)
Do something special. Give blood. Call 13 14 95 or visit donateblood.com.au
Sing Australia Nerang - Monday nights 7.30pm - "Preece House" Bishop Park, 54 Nerang Street, Nerang further information phone Sandy 07 5559 2301
Gold Coast Writers' Association meets on the 3rd Saturday of every month at Fradgley Hall, Burleigh Heads Library, Park Ave, Burleigh Heads. Time is 1:30pm for a 2pm start. Guest speakers, book launches, authors' readings & afternoon tea. Members $4, Non-members $7. For more info, call 0431 443 385 or visithttp://www.goldcoastwriters.org.au/
The Royal Queensland Art Society, Gold Coast Branch, is open Monday to Friday11am-3pm and Saturday/Sunday 9am-5pm. Lots of colourful and imaginative art on display. Entry is FREE. Come along to 25 Broadbeach Blvd, Broadbeach (next to Broadbeach Surf Club). For more info, call 5592 0440.
Family Centre Playgroups meet between 9:30 and 11:30 during the school term at no cost to parents at the following locations: Kingscliff on Monday / Cabarita on Tuesday / Murwillumbah on Wednesday / Banora Point on Thursday
For more information call 55248711
This Month's Juiciest are... PARADISE KIDS - The SImply Devine cafe at Arundal currently needs volunteers. The cafe provides a welcoming environment for parents and children who attend support groups. Vounteering is a rewarding experience so why not think about it. If you can assist in any way phone 5574 6853.
THE FAMILY CENTRE - is taking bookings now for the following courses. Numbers are limited so book early on (07) 5524 8711.
Detailed information on all courses can be found at www.thefamilycentre.org.
Pathways to Change for Women: Wednesdays, February 16 – April 6, 1-3pm.
Pathways to Change for Men: Wednesdays, February 9 – March 30, 5 - 7.30pm.
Parenting Happy Children: Wednesdays, March 9 – 23, 10am – 12pm.
Family Centre Playgroups; All groups 9.30 – 11.30am, during school term, no cost. Kingscliff: Monday Cabarita: Tuesday. Murwillumbah: Wednesday, Banora Point: Thursday.
123 Magic: Thursdays, March 11 – 24, 10am – 12pm. .
Understanding Domestic and Family Violence: Wednesdays, February 16 – March 23, 10am - 12pm.
Detailed information on all courses can be found at www.thefamilycentre.org.
Pathways to Change for Women: Wednesdays, February 16 – April 6, 1-3pm.
Pathways to Change for Men: Wednesdays, February 9 – March 30, 5 - 7.30pm.
Parenting Happy Children: Wednesdays, March 9 – 23, 10am – 12pm.
Family Centre Playgroups; All groups 9.30 – 11.30am, during school term, no cost. Kingscliff: Monday Cabarita: Tuesday. Murwillumbah: Wednesday, Banora Point: Thursday.
123 Magic: Thursdays, March 11 – 24, 10am – 12pm. .
Understanding Domestic and Family Violence: Wednesdays, February 16 – March 23, 10am - 12pm.
BUSHDANCE FUNDRAISER - A bushdance fundraiser is being held on Saturday the 19th of March at Peak Crossing Hall. For more information contact Elaine on 0402 266 374
THE ROYAL QUEENSLAND ART SOCIETY has a new art display titled 'Interiors' prmoting Gold Coast artists. The venue is at Broadbeach SLSC 25 Broadbeach Blvd, Broadbeach, and is running until the 25th March. For more information contact 55920440 or go to the website on www.rqasgoldcoast.com.
PURPLE DAY is being held on the 26th of March to raise money for Epilepsy Queensland. You can help by buying a purple ribbon or hosting pruple-themed activities that raise donations that will help others with this debilitating disease. For more information ring 1300 852 853 or go to www.epilepsyqueensland.com.au
next Month's Juiciest are... BANDS ACROSS THE WATER - Bands Across the Water is a live concert funraiser to be held on the beach in Thailand between the 7th - 13th July. Featuring 'legends of rock' such as Jimmy Barnes, Jon Stevens and the Party Animals, the concert aims to raise money for the orphaned kids of the 2004 Tsunami in Thailand. For more information ring Kerry on 02 676 18454
GCCC FREE PROMOTION - The Gold Coast City Council is offering a free promotion opportunity for sport and recreation clubs, organizations, or businesses, running activities that promote an active and healthy lifestyle for children up to 18 years of age. To be considered or for further information contact the Active and Healthy Team on activehealthygc@goldcoast.qld.gov.au or ring 5581 5233.
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