With the school holidays already in full swing, we’ve added in kid-friendly, free activities around the region. These are denoted by asterisks beside the listing title.
FRIDAY 12 January
*Mad Hatter Escape Room*
You are invited to the Mad Hatter’s tea party, but something feels terribly off. Help Alice escape, using riddles and clues left by the Mad Hatter. Suitable for ages 12-17 years. Bookings are essential. To reserve your place at this fun activity at the Tin Can Bay Library from 3pm, visit the website or phone the library on 5481 0859.
*Garden Boxes*
Come along to the Gympie Library at 10am for a fun craft filled morning as you create your own garden boxes. Suitable for ages 5-8 years. Bookings are essential. To reserve your place, visit the website or phone the library on 5481 0859.
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.
*Tinker Table @ Gympie Library*
Drop in between 3.30-4.30pm to take part in some fun activities that are all based on STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts & Maths). No bookings are required but space is limited. Suitable for ages 5-12 years.
3D Printer Introduction
Want to try 3D Printing but thought it looked too hard? Then come to one of our free learn-to-print sessions at the Gympie Library on the second Friday of every month at 10am. We will teach you how to design your own 3D model and then turn it into a real-life object that you get to keep. Spaces are limited so booking is essential. To reserve your place, visit the website or phone the library on 5481 0859.
SATURDAY 13 January
Long Flat Dance
The Learner Dance Group Old Time Dance will be held at Long Flat Hall, starting at 7.30pm. Music will be by band, High Noon. Entry is $10 per person, bring your own supper. Enquiries to Bruce on 0427 967 568 and Janet on 0419 824 317.
Curra Oval Markets
Curra Oval Markets are held in front of the Curra Community Hall in David Drive, Curra on the second Saturday of every month, from 7am-midday. Head along to discover all local produce, handicrafts and second hand goods. Phone Leslie on 0438 773 590 for more information.
Goomboorian Hall Markets
The Goomboorian Memorial Hall Markets are a fundraising market for the hall committee, held on the Second Saturday of every month, from 7am-midday. Stalls cost $5. Call Pam for more information on 5486 5317.
Gunalda Markets
Head along to the Gunalda Hall Markets on the second Saturday from 7.30am – midday for some unique gift ideas, second hand goods and produce direct from the growers. The Gunalda Hall is at 27 Balkin St, Gunalda. For more information call 0411 381 071.
Rainbow Beach Markets
No trip to the coast is complete without a visit to the Rainbow Beach Markets on the second Saturday. Stroll between the stalls from 7am-midday and sample local produce, handmade items, second hand goods and more. Call 5486 3355 for more information.
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 6am (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.
SUNDAY 14 January
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.
Gympie Showgrounds Market
All the best local produce is on show at the Gympie Showgrounds Farmers Markets on Exhibition Rd, Southside. These popular markets fall on the second and fourth Sunday from 7am-midday. To book a site or for more information call 0418 711 897.
MONDAY 15 January
*Horrible Histories: The Smashing Saxons*
Learn some cool facts about the Saxons, take part in a Trivia Tournament and create some smashing craft. Suitable for ages 8-12 years. Bookings are essential. To reserve your place at the Gympie Library at 2pm, visit the website or phone the library on 5481 0859.
Gympie Camera Club
Want to share your love of photography and make friendships? The Gympie Camera Club is a group of people learning and discovering new things in photography and happy to share their knowledge. They meet at 39 Saleyard Road (behind the Woodworkers Club), on the first Tuesday and third Monday of the Month, starting at 7pm sharp. For more information, email gympie.camera.club@gmail.com check them out on Facebook, or head to their website at gympiecameraclub.wixsite.com/gcci.
Al-Anon Family Groups
This support group for relatives and friends of people with a drinking problem meet on Mondays at 1 pm and Thursdays at 7 pm. For more information including meeting location please call 1300 252 666.
*First Five Forever Storytime*
Head to the Gympie Library between 9.30-10am each week for an enjoyable session of stories with an emphasis on fun! This is an interactive program for pre-schoolers and is suitable for ages 3-5 years.
Gympie Library Craft Group
Come and share your current project at 10am with our Gympie Library Craft Group. Bring along a piece you’re working on – be it knitting, sewing, crocheting, or cross-stitching – and share ideas and learn with other craft-minded people. There’s no leader and no pressure; you can work, watch, or simply enjoy a friendly chat.
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.
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.
GUSTO Ukulele and Guitar Sessions
Each Monday, 6 to 8pm and each Thursday, 10am to 12noon, the GUSTO Ukulele and Guitar Sessions are held at the AICM Building, Channon Street Gympie. All are welcome and the cost is $5 per session. For information contact Robyn Hamilton on 0429 011 783.
TUESDAY 16 January
*Personalised Bag Tag*
Get ready for the new school year and create a personalised tag for your new school bag at this workshop at 1pm at the Kilkivan Library. Suitable for ages 8-15 years. Bookings are essential. To reserve your place, visit the website or phone the library on 5481 0859.
*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.
Mahjong Mornings @ Goomeri
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 @ Gympie Gympie Library
Come along and make some friends, have fun and test your knowledge with trivia questions from 10am.
Tin Can Bay Art Group
The Tin Can Bay Library is calling all artists, between 10am-12pm to join them to share work and ideas and connect with artists in the community. Bring your work in progress and join in a friendly chat and exchange ideas. All artists, levels and mediums welcome. Phone 5486 4355 for more information.
Mahjong @ Tin Can Bay
Head along to the Tin Can Bay Library between 1-4pm 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.
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.
*Tinker Table @ Kilkivan Library*
Drop in between 3.30-4.30pm to take part in some fun activities that are all based on STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts & Maths). No bookings are required but space is limited. Suitable for ages 5-12 years.
WEDNESDAY 17 January
*Create your own Bag Tag*
Get back to school ready and create your own bag tag at the Goomeri Library from 10am. Suitable for ages 5-12 years. Bookings are essential. To reserve your place, visit the website or phone the library on 5481 0859.
*Garden Trolls*
Get crafty at the Gympie Library from 1pm as we show you how to make a troll for your garden out of clay and gathered materials. Suitable for ages 5-8 years. Bookings are essential. To reserve your place, visit the website or phone the library on 5481 0859.
*Calling all Superheroes*
Put on your capes and tights and join us at the Imbil Library from 1pm for a special superhero themed session of activities, craft and stories. Suitable for ages 5-8 years. Bookings are essential. To reserve your place, visit the website or phone the library on 5481 0859.
Cover Letters and Resumes
This session at the Tin Can Bay Library from 10-11am covers how to write a cover letter and a resume, but with a digital edge. It provides best practice tips for writing a cover letter and a resume when applying for jobs and gives participants a sense of the digital tools they can use to stand out from the crowd. This session is part of the Digital Springboard program. Bookings are essential. To reserve your place, visit the website or phone the library on 5481 0859.
*Kids Learn to Sew – Intermediate*
Finished the beginner course and looking for some new sewing projects? Join us at the Gympie Library at 3.30pm over four weeks as we expand your knowledge of sewing. You 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. To reserve your place, visit the website or phone the library on 5481 0859.
*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, finger plays and songs.
Cooloola Card-Makers @ Tin Can Bay
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 welcome. Join this friendly group and let your creative juices flow.
Gympie Library Card and Board Game Group
From 10am, join in the fun with a game of cards, scrabble, chess, backgammon and more. Play all your favourites or try something new.
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. (Hold til 10 Jan)
THURSDAY 18 January
Introduction to Buying and Selling Online
Learn how to stay safe when you buy and sell online from traditional retailers and online marketplaces, such as eBay. We also show you how to set up a PayPal account to purchase online securely and how to protect your personal information and details at this session at the Rainbow Beach Library from 10am-12pm. Bookings essential. To reserve your place, visit the website or phone the library on 5481 0859.
*Make your own Pencil Topper*
At this session at the Tin Can Bay Library at 10am, you can make a little friend to put atop your pencil to keep you company at school. Come along to any session in the holidays to continue your projects. Suitable for ages 5-12 years. Bookings are essential. To reserve your place, visit the website or phone the library on 5481 0859.
Aussie Feud
Team up with your friends and family and go head-to-head in a fun and energetic feud at the Tin Can Bay Library from 3pm. Which team will claim victory in answering questions about all things Australian? Suitable for all ages. Bookings are essential. To reserve your place, visit the website or phone the library on 5481 0859.
*Candle Making*
Come along to this fun session at the Gympie Library at 2pm, as you learn how to make your own soy and beeswax candles. Suitable for ages 12-15 years. Bookings are essential. To reserve your place, visit the website or phone the library on 5481 0859.
*Android Tablets: Getting Started*
New to the world of tablets? Learn how to get started on your Android tablet. Join us at the Gympie Library at 10am as we take a look at how you can adjust the security, privacy and accessibility of your device. Find out about your system and network settings and how you can adjust the device for your needs. Bookings are essential. To reserve your place, visit the website or phone the library on 5481 0859.
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 are held once a fortnight on a Thursday at the Indoor Bowls Club, Graham Street at 9am. For more information please contact Marilyn (Convenor) Ph 0409 256 603.
Scrabble Thursdays @ Goomeri
The Goomeri Library is the place to be from 1pm to test your word knowledge and enjoy a friendly game of Scrabble.
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 in the Atrium Bar.
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.
*Thursday Robotics*
Come to the Gympie Library from 3.30pm and get hands-on in one of our fun, relaxed sessions. No bookings required but space is limited. Suitable for ages 5-12 years.
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