FRIDAY 6 October
AA Zoom Meetings
Gympie hosts the Gympie Goldfields Friday night zoom meetings at 7pm. Connect via the aa.org.au website and click on Online Meetings, or contact Andrew on 0491 646 598 for help with connecting via a device or mobile phone.
Night Market (Heart of Gold Markets)
The Gympie Night Market has a great selection of locally sourced and hand made produce and products and services, live music and food vendors on offer. Proceeds will be going towards funding a Gympie neighbourhood centre for vulnerable people. It’s held on the first Friday of every month and this month will be held at the Heart of Gold Film Festival at the Gympie Showgrounds from 9am-3pm Friday, 9am-4pm Saturday and 9am-1pm Sunday. For more information contact Mandy on 0409 475 913 or hello@beehiveevents.com.au.
Wolvi Hall Open Mic Night
Head along to Wolvi Hall on the first Friday Night of the month to discover the very newest local talent. All PA and Back Line are provided and the night starts at 6.30pm and is arranged in 3 songs, 15 minutes sets to give everyone a go. Then it’s rinse and repeat or jam until 11.30pm. Plus there’s a bar onsite and kitchen. For more information, follow them on Facebook.
Widgee Balladeers & Country Music Festival
Held at the Widgee Showgrounds, this week long event continues for pure country music enthusiasts. Head along for a full week of music and fun, with camping available on site. There will be walk ups until Friday evening when the booked artists will take the stage for the Saturday and Sunday events. For more information email whr@spiderweb.com.au or suelohse@bigpond.com.au or call Ron on 0428 524 449 or Sue on 0455 840 167.
Heart of Gold International Short Film Festival
Gympie is gearing up for its annual cinematic extravaganza as it makes its triumphant return for 2023. From Friday 6 to Sunday 8 October, film enthusiasts will flock to Gympie to revel in the magic of short films that touch the soul, uplift the spirit and warm the heart at Queensland’s premier regional short film festival. This year’s program boasts an impressive line-up of over 100 short films, including 1 world premiere, 18 Australian premieres, and 27 Queensland premieres. More information on Heart of Gold 2023 is available online via heartofgold.com.au.
SATURDAY 7 October
Amamoor Markets
Amamoor Alive Markets are on from 8am – to midday at the Amamoor Station every Saturday. Handcrafted goods and local produce on offer. Phone 0429 555 485 for more information.
Dagun Markets
Don’t miss the Dagun Growers Market at the Railway Station in Kimlin Lane, between 3pm and dusk every Saturday. There you’ll find all the finest produce the Mary Valley has to offer. For more information call 0459 225 399.
Social Tennis
Head along to the Queens Park Tennis Club for social tennis every Monday and Thursday nights from 5.30pm, and Saturday mornings from 6.30am (weather permitting). For more information or court hire contact Murray Irvine 0407 868 755, Greg Hampson 0407 136 725, or Jenny Kachel on 0402 775 023.
AA Recovery Group
If you or someone you know has developed a drinking problem, you may want to consider calling one of the following people. There are no dues or fees for AA membership – the only requirement is a desire to stop drinking. The recovery group meet at 4.30pm in the Uniting Church Hall, 15 Red Hill Rd, Gympie. Contact Andrew on 0491 646 548 or Rob on 0401 074 159.
Widgee Markets
Head along to the Widgee Markets, to help out Koala Action Gympie Region and ANARRA with their fundraising at the Widgee Memorial Hall. This market is run on the first Saturday from 7am-midday. For more information phone 0421 545 977.
Unique-Artz shop
The Unique-Artz shop will be open from 10am to 4pm on Saturday and Sunday featuring a range of goods handcrafted by local artisans. Come and browse the eclectic range of mosaics, jewellery, leadlight, lamps and more at 4 Heights Drive, Gympie. For more information email Trish at ramsaytrish5@gmail.com.
Long Flat Dance
The Long Flat Hall Committee will be hosting a dance, starting at 7.30pm. Music by band, High Noon. Entry is $10 per person, bring your own supper. Enquiries to Bruce on 0427 967 568 and Judy on 0437 532 232.
Fundraising Dinner
Show Girl entrant Hannah Johnston will be hosting The Haystack, a special fundraising auction and three course paddock to plate dinner. Some of the quality items going under the hammer include a guitar signed by Country legend, Keith Urban; a two night stay at Kingfisher Bay Resort and a Hot Air Balloon Adventure for two people. Tickets cost $90 each with bulk discounts available. For booking inquiries call 0417 194 677.
SUNDAY 8 October
Imbil Country Craft Markets
The Imbil Country Farmers and Craft Markets are on every Sunday, 8am-1pm in Central Park in Yabba Road. Come along and experience fresh country produce, live music and handcrafted goods. Call 0411 187 157 for more information.
Duck Pond Markets
The Gympie Duck Pond Markets happen at the Lighthorse Oval at the Gympie Gold Mining and Historical Museum, Brisbane Rd, Gympie. Held on the first, third and fifth Sunday from 7am-midday this popular market stall sites fill quickly. Call 5482 3995 for more information.
MONDAY 9 October
Gympie Bowls Club Bingo
If you have always wanted to try Bingo and meet some very nice people on Monday mornings, starting at 9am, you would be very welcome and we would assist you if required. Morning tea is provided. Phone 0477 960 578 or just come to the club at 9am at Gympie Bowls Club Southside, at the end of Bowlers Drive. Eyes down at 9.30am.
Gympie Indoor Bowls
Want to take up a gentle activity and make new friends and meet interesting people? The Gympie Indoor Bowls group is just what you are looking for. Everyone is welcome regardless of age or ability at the centre at 35 Graham St, One Mile between 1-4pm. For more information contact Lil on 5482 8261.
Social Tennis
Head along to the Queens Park Tennis Club for social tennis every Monday and Thursday nights from 5.30pm, and Saturday mornings from 6.30am (weather permitting). For more information or court hire contact Murray Irvine 0407 868 755, Greg Hampson 0407 136 725, or Jenny Kachel on 0402 775 023.
AA Big Book Steps Meeting
If you or someone you know has developed a drinking problem, you may want to consider calling one of the following people. There are no dues or fees for AA membership – the only requirement is a desire to stop drinking. The Steps meeting meets at 5.30pm in the community hall on the corner of Pine and Myall Streets, Gympie. Contact Therese on 0411 121 554 or Rick on 0412 224 666.
Parkinson’s Support Group Gympie
The Gympie Parkinson’s Support Group meets on the second Monday of every month. Parkinson’s disease is a disorder of the nervous system. It results from damage to the nerve cells that produce Dopamine, a chemical that is vital for the smooth control of muscles and movement. Their next meeting is Monday at 10am in the Graham Street Indoor Bowls Hall. The group is a friendly, supportive group and happy to welcome new members. For more information phone Jodi Coyne 0448 559 207.
Legacy Special Movie Screening
Gympie Legacy, an organisation that supports the families of deceased veterans, will be holding a fundraising event at the Gympie Cinemas to help them continue their vital work. The club will present a special screening of A Haunting in Venice which is a classic whodunnit starring Agatha Christie’s Hercule Poirot. Tickets are $15 and are available from the Veteran Centre at 44 Nash St. Doors open at 4.30pm and hors d’oeuvres will be served prior to the movie at 5.30pm. For more information, contact the Gympie RSL Club on 5482 1018.
TUESDAY 10 October
AA Big Book Study Group
If you or someone you know has developed a drinking problem, you may want to consider calling one of the following people. There are no dues or fees for AA membership – the only requirement is a desire to stop drinking. The study group meets at 9.30am at the Salvation Army complex at 42 Stumm Rd, Southside. Contact Nichola on 0410 654 855 or Kevin on 0439 310 774.
Gympie Toastmasters Meeting
Gympie Goal Diggers is keen to welcome new members. Meetings are held from 7pm until 9pm each second and fourth Tuesday of the month at the Gympie Community Place, 18 Excelsior Road, Gympie.
Modern Jive Dance Classes
Head along to the Kandanga Community Hall every week for a 2 hour class on Modern Jive. Doors open from 6pm for a 6.30pm start. Admission is $12 for adults and $10 for students. For more information check out www.facebook/LeStepSunshineCoast .
WEDNESDAY 11 October
Gympie QCWA
The Gympie QCWA get together to meet every Wednesday. But, depending which week it is, it will be either a Meeting (1st), Craft Day (2nd and 4th) or Coffee Date (3rd). If the month contains a Fifth Wednesday, catch up with the ladies to finish your UFOs or Unfinished Objects. There are also other chapters around the Gympie region that meet on different days. For more information or enquiries, contact Brenda on 0418 190 049, email gympieqcwa@hotmail.com or like them on FaceBook.
Gympie Quota Club
Gympie Quota is a women’s service club supporting the local community and meets every second and fourth Wednesday of the month. As a part of the Service program, any lady needing a chit/chat and a free coffee is very welcome to come to the Museum Cafe every fourth Friday of the month from 9.30 to 11am. For further information please call Noela 5482 3206 and Heather 5482 5235.
NCACCH Women’s Group Meetings
The North Coast Aboriginal Corporation for Community Health (NCACCH) Gympie is hosting a women’s group on Wednesday 11 October from 11am-1pm. Call the NCACCH Gympie Office on 5346 9800 or AMS 5329 5872.
THURSDAY 12 October
Mothers Group
The Gympie Mother’s Group will be held weekly at the Gympie RSL from 10am – 12pm. Come along for a coffee and a chat, beginning Thursday 2nd February in the Atrium Bar.
Social Tennis
Head along to the Queens Park Tennis Club for social tennis every Monday and Thursday nights from 5.30pm, and Saturday mornings from 6.30am (weather permitting). For more information or court hire contact Murray Irvine 0407 868 755, Greg Hampson 0407 136 725, or Jenny Kachel on 0402 775 023.
AA ID Group
If you or someone you know has developed a drinking problem, you may want to consider calling one of the following people. There are no dues or fees for AA membership – the only requirement is a desire to stop drinking. The ID group meets at 8pm at Community Place, corner Excelsior and Stanley Streets, Gympie. Contact Trevor on 0431 405 339 or Maree on 0419 837 798.
Lions Morning Tea
The Lions Club of Gympie will host their Community Morning Tea at 10am on the second Thursday of every month at the Senior Citizens Centre in Mellor Street, Gympie. All members of the community are welcome to attend and the cost for the morning is a very affordable $5 per person. Anyone interested in serving their community as Lions Members or wanting more information about the Morning Tea can contact Gympie Lions by email on gympielions@gmail.com or by phoning 0427 276 933.
A P & S League Gympie meeting
Members of the Gympie Branch of the Australian Pensioners and Superannuants League are invited to attend their monthly meeting. This month the venue is the Senior Citizen’s Centre on Mellor Street at 12.30pm. For more information contact Maureen on 5482 6738.
DAILY
U3A Gympie
U3A Gympie is a community organisation that promotes healthy aging through the sharing of educational, creative and leisure activities. There will be lots of interesting and informative classes. You can learn to sing, speak another language or even write a novel. Slow down with Yoga and Tai Chi. Or slim down with Aqua Aerobics and Zumba. New and continuing members are invited to sign on at the new U3A Office located in the Reg English Tennis Centre, 35 Cartwright Road. For more information check their website (u3agympie.com) or Facebook page (www.facebook.com/u3agympie), to see if there is something you might enjoy. You can also find a copy of the monthly newsletter at Gympie Library or Gympie Community Place.
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