Although most of these activities are for adults, we’ve added kid-friendly, free activities around the region. These are denoted by asterisks beside the title and ages will be indicated in the listing.
DAILY
AA Meetings
If you or someone you know has developed a drinking problem, you may want to consider contacting Alcoholics Anonymous. There are no dues or fees for AA membership – the only requirement is a desire to stop drinking. There are meetings daily at different times and venues around the region. To find one close to you call 1300 222 222 or head online to aa.org.au
*First Five Forever Storytime*
Head to your local Library between 9.30-10am for an enjoyable session of stories with an emphasis on fun! This is an interactive program for pre-schoolers and is suitable for ages 0-5 years. Different libraries have this fun activity on different weekdays with Gympie and Rainbow Beach hosting Mondays, Thursdays at Tin Can Bay, Imbil and Kilkivan Libraries, and Goomeri Library on Fridays. Bookings essential on 5481 0859.
FRIDAY 2 May
*Kids Learn to Sew – Beginner*
Join us at the Gympie Library from 3.30pm for a four-week course as we teach you the basics of sewing. Participants will have the opportunity to complete a new project each week. These sessions will inspire creativity and build life-long basic skills while having fun at the same time. Spaces are limited so booking is essential. Suitable for ages 8-12 years.
Queenslanders with Disability Network
This month’s Peer Support Group meeting will be held at the Gympie RSL in the Poppies Function Room from 9.30-11.30am. There will be special presentations from the Gympie council’s Disaster Management team and emergency support services. They’ll be sharing essential advice on how individuals with disabilities and other vulnerable community members can prepare for disasters. Come grab a cuppa, meet some new people, and learn valuable tips in a welcoming and supportive space. For more info, visit qdn.org.au
Sewing Machine Introduction
Drop into the Gympie Library on the first Friday of every month at 10am to learn how to get started with machine sewing. Join in the fun with this interactive workshop to learn more about and practice the basic techniques you need to operate our sewing machines and overlockers. No previous experience is required but spaces are limited so booking is essential. To reserve your place, visit the website or phone the library at 5481 0859.
Goomeri Gardening Group
Join other like-minded individuals at the Goomeri Library to talk about how to grow plants, swap seeds and cuttings, and exchange gardening tips. New and experienced gardeners are welcome.
SATURDAY 3 May
Long Flat Dance
The Long Flat Hall Committee will be hosting an old-time and new-vogue dance at the hall, starting at 7.30pm. Entry is $10 per person, bring your own supper. Inquiries to Bruce on 0427 967 568 and Judy on 0437 532 232.
Widgee Markets
Drop into the Widgee Memorial Hall, 22 Upper Widgee Rd on the first Saturday from 7am-midday to nab yourself a bargain, some tasty, fresh local produce or any manner of hand-crafted goods. Proceeds and donations collected for the Widgee Koala Action Group (WKAG). Stall sites available inside or outside the hall. Call Kath on 0411 635 459 for more information.
Social Tennis
Queens Park Tennis Club, on the corner of the Bruce Highway and Jane St has social tennis on Monday and Thursday evenings from 5.30pm and Saturday mornings from 6.30am, weather permitting. All ability levels are welcome. For more details, contact Jenny on 0402 775 023.
Amamoor Markets
Every Saturday morning between 8.30 and 11.30am at the Amamoor Village Green, 3 Busby Street,you will find market stalls selling a variety of homemade handicrafts and other items. These markets operate to coincide with the arrival of The Mary Valley Rattler. For more information or to book a stall site, contact Celeste on 0416 117 541.
Three Creeks Farm Stall
Make sure you get along to the corner of Marys Creek and Eel Creek Rds, Mary Creek every Saturday from 8-11am to pick up the best and freshest seasonal produce direct from the producer. Depending on the season, you could be tucking into fresh mangoes, ripe avocados or any manner of local crops, direct from the farmer. For more information, call Sarah on 0421 755 153.
Pomona Country Markets
Every Saturday from 7am to midday, Stan Topper Park at Pomona is the place to stop for the markets. There’s loads on offer, with stall sites available from $20. For more information or to book a site, contact Jeff on 0499 146 857.
Kenilworth Markets
The Kenilworth Town Park, on the corner of Charles and Elizabeth Streets is the place to be every Saturday, 8am-1.30pm. Experience all the best this fertile region has to offer with fresh produce and hand-crafted goodies. Call Cheryl on 0487 866 948 to ask about booking a stall.
SUNDAY 4 May
A Celebration of Song Concert
Don’t miss this unforgettable afternoon of choral music and song, with funds raised going to Gympie-based charity Set4Life, which raised money to improve the lives of villagers in the remote regions of Sierra Leone. The concert will be held in St Patrick’s Church, Gympie from 2pm and tickets are available from Humanitix.com.
Wolvi Hall Open Mic Night
Normally held at the Wolvi Hall on the First Friday of every month, the hugely popular open mic night has been pushed to Sunday for one night only due to the Election, and because of the Monday public holiday. Held from 7 to 11.30pm, everyone is invited to have a go, with three song sets, and artists changed every 15 minutes. A PA and back line are provided. Come and play, or join others on the night for a jam. There is a bar and kitchen facilities onsite. For more information head to their Facebook Page.
Kin Kin Market
The pet-friendly Kin Kin Markets are the place to be on the first Sunday of every month with lots of goodies on offer. Between 8am and midday on Main St, Kin Kin, you can buy your fill of food, fashion, flora and more. For more information, call Anita on 0408 275 216.
Gympie Duck Pond Markets
Head along to the Gympie Gold Mining and Historical Museum on the first, third and fifth Sundays from 7am-midday. To book a site, call the cafe on 5482 3995.
Bingo
Join in at 1.30pm at the Rainbow Beach Sports Club. No bookings are required.
Imbil Markets
Mark the Imbil Memorial Park on your itinerary this Sunday and head on down to Yabba Rd to find some fantastic Mary Valley produce and more. The markets are on every Sunday, 8am-1pm and Jeff will book you a site if you want one at 0411 187 157.
MONDAY 5 May
Bingo Monday
Head along to the Gympie Bowls Club, Bowlers Drive Southside from 8am every Monday (including public holidays) for raffles and lucky door prizes. Eyes down at 9.30am. Friendly and welcoming with a gold coin donation for morning tea. For more information contact Belinda on 0401 768 040.
TUESDAY 6 May
Senior’s Concert
Head along to the Pie Creek Hall on the first Tuesday of every month to listen to classic country music and hits from the ‘50s and ‘60s. A delicious morning tea will be provided as well as lucky door prizes and each month will have a different feature artist. The show starts at 10am runs until 12.30pm and entry costs $12 (cash only). For more information head online to tennessee-rose.com and for information about future events.
Senior Citizens Club activities
Head along to the Senior Citizens Centre on Mellor Street to take part in card games and dominoes. Every Tuesday and Friday, there are plenty of players looking for partners between 10am and 2pm. Also, on a Tuesday only, is indoor bowls from 10am to midday. It costs $4 per session to play (either games or bowls), $1 to join the Senior Citizen’s Club and $5 per year to join the centre – but why not come and try, with the first two sessions absolutely free? Anyone over the age of 50 is welcome to join. For more information contact Judy and Mel on 0431 184 978.
Boomerang Bag Sewing Group
This group meets MOST Tuesdays from 2-4pm at the Rainbow Beach Library. This small group sews their hearts out to help reduce the use of plastic bags, by providing reusable cloth bags made from recycled, donated fabric. For more information please phone the Rainbow Beach Library.
*First Five Forever Rhyme Time*
Head along to the Gympie Library between 9.30-10am for Rhyme Time, an interactive and joyful session full of songs, rhymes, and dancing. Suitable for toddlers aged 1-3 years. Bookings essential on 5481 0859.
Goomeri Mahjong Mornings
Pop into the Goomeri Library at 10am for a social get-together to chat over a coffee or tea with the opportunity to play a round or two of Mahjong. Phone 4168 4340 for more information.
Trivia Tuesdays
Come along and make some friends, have fun, and test your knowledge with trivia questions from 10am at the Gympie Library.
Tin Can Bay Art Group
The Tin Can Bay Library is calling all artists, between 10am to join them to share work and ideas and connect with artists in the community. Bring your work in progress join in a friendly chat and exchange ideas. All artists, levels, and mediums are welcome. Phone 5486 4355 for more information.
Tin Can Bay Mahjong
Head along to the Tin Can Bay Library at 1pm for a wonderful afternoon playing Mahjong. Mahjong is an ancient Chinese tile game of strategy, calculation, and skill with a measure of chance. This group is open to everyone, young and old, wanting to learn this ancient Chinese game.
Bingo
Join in at 9am for a 9.30am heads down at the Rainbow Beach Sports Club. No bookings are required.
WEDNESDAY 7 May
Amamoor Markets
Every Wednesday morning between 8.30 and 11.30am at the Amamoor Village Green, 3 Busby Street, you will find market stalls selling a variety of homemade handicrafts and other items. These markets operate to coincide with the arrival of The Mary Valley Rattler. For more information or to book a stall site, contact Celeste on 0416 117 541.
*Tinker Table @ Kilkivan and Imbil*
Drop into the Kilkivan or Imbil Libraries between 3.30 and 4.30pm for some fun and educational activities based on STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Maths). No bookings are required but space is limited. Suitable for ages 5-12 years.
Cards with Friends
Love to play cards? Then why not come and play a game or two while enjoying the relaxing atmosphere of the Goomeri Library? The fun starts at 9am on Wednesdays and Fridays and all are welcome.
*First Five Forever Baby Bounce*
Between 9.30-10am Gympie Library is the place to be for Baby Bounce, an interactive session aimed at babies from 0-1 years and their caregivers. Come along and meet other parents and babies for a fun session of nursery rhymes, fingerplays, and songs. Bookings essential on 5481 0859.
Tin Can Bay Papercraft
At the Tin Can Bay Library from 9.30am they make all sorts of greeting cards, so come and join us for a fun morning. Make and take your card creations. Beginners and experienced card-makers are welcome. Join this friendly group and let your creative juices flow.
THURSDAY 8 May
Native Plants and Animals Talk
Are you interested in learning more about our local native plant and animal species? As part of the Australian Heritage Festival celebrations, the Gympie Landcare Group will be at the Gympie Library at 10am, presenting an informative talk about the symbiotic relationship that exists between our native plants and animals. They will also be giving helpful hints and tips for growing and caring for native flora and fauna around your home. Bookings are essential.
Bad Art Night – Beaded Bracelets
Let off some steam with Bad Art Night at the Gympie Library from 5pm. Allow your creativity to flow with the pressure to make something good. Learn new skills and have some fun. Come along and make something truly terrible. Spaces are limited so booking is essential on 5481 0859.
All about iPads
New to the world of iPads? At the Gympie Library at 1pm, learn how to adjust the security, privacy, and accessibility of your device, how to use the camera to take great photos, and how to manage your notifications. Bookings are essential.
Gympie Older Women’s Network
The Older Women’s Network welcomes Ladies over 50 to join them for a morning of friendship with a guest speaker or a novelty morning of fun. The meetings will be held at 9.15am once a fortnight on a Thursday at the Gympie Lawn Bowls Club, 16 Bowlers Drive, Southside until further notice. For more information please contact Marilyn (Convenor) Ph 0409 256 603.
Trivia
Join in for weekly trivia at the Rainbow Beach Sports Club from 7pm, with no cost to play and prizes including meal vouchers at the club.
*First Five Forever Rhymes, Rhythm and Tales*
Drop into the Gympie Library from 10.30am for an interactive, storytelling adventure with movement, music, rhymes, and play. A fun-filled morning, suitable for 3-5 year olds.
*Thursday Robotics*
Come down to the Gympie Library from 3.30pm to get hands-on in one of our fun, relaxed sessions. No bookings are required but space is limited. Suitable for ages 5-12 years.
Goomeri Scrabble Thursdays
The Goomeri Library is the place to be from 1pm to test your word knowledge and enjoy a friendly game of Scrabble.
Gardening Group
Pop into the Kilkivan Library on Thursdays at 9.30am to catch-up with other like-minded locals to talk about how to grow plants from seeds and exchange gardening tips.
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