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.
FRIDAY 14 June
*Kid’s Learn to Sew – Beginner*
Head along to the Gympie Library from 3.30pm for the second instalment in a four-week course and learn the basics 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. Suitable for ages 8-12 years. Spaces are limited so booking is essential on 5481 0589.
Queensland’s Sugar King: The Zammit Legacy
In this extraordinary rags-to-riches story, an illiterate and impoverished Maltese immigrant rises from destitution to become Queensland’s ‘Sugar King’. Join author Catherine Smith at the Gympie Library between 10-11am as she shares a look into the journey of Paul and Pauline Zammit and how they helped to shape the history of the state. Catherine was born in Gympie in 1961 and is a graduate of the Queensland Conservatorium of Music, Brisbane College of Advanced Education, James Cook University, Victorian University and Deakin University. Bookings are essential on 5481 0859.
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.
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.
*First Five Forever Storytime*
Head to the Goomeri or Kilkivan Libraries 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. Bookings essential on 5481 0859.
Social Badminton
Head along to the James Nash Sports Hall (Alenola Street entrance) from 6.30pm to try your hand at social badminton. All levels of age and experience are welcome. Cost is $10 for adults and $5 for under 18s and includes equipment use, or bring your own. For more information contact Tribe Leisure Gympie at tribeleisure@gmail.com or follow them on Facebook.
SATURDAY 15 June
Sustainable Saturdays – Homemade Cheese Making
Learn simple ways to make handmade, great-tasting cheese in your own home. Presented by Joanne Kennard from Country Feeling, at the Gympie Library between 10am and 12 noon. Bookings are essential on 5481 0859.
Long Flat Dance
The Learner Dance Group will be hosting a new vogue dance at the hall, 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 Janet on 0419 824 317.
Old Time Dancing
Cooloola Dance Group is hosting Old Time Dancing at Belli Community Hall, starting at 7pm. Entry is $12 for adults, $6 for students, bring a plate to support the supper. Prizes are available throughout the night. Enquiries to Julie on 0428 824 115.
Sustainable Saturdays – Sourdough Bread Making
Learn the art of bread making and the secret to baking the perfect loaf. Presented by Joanne Kennard from Country Feeling at the Gympie Library between 1-3pm. Bookings are essential on 5481 0859.
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 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 Catholic Church at 14 Church St, Gympie. Contact Alwayn on 0482 174 431 or Rob on 0401 074 159.
SUNDAY 16 June
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.
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.
MONDAY 17 June
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.
*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.
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, or the Rainbow Beach 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. Bookings essential on 5481 0859.
Gympie Library Craft Group
Come and share your current project at 10am with the Gympie Library Craft Group. Bring along a piece you’re working on – be it knitting, sewing, crochet or cross stitch – 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.
Kilkivan Social Scrabble
Every Monday and Thursday from 10am, stretch your vocabulary, enjoy a cuppa and make new friends in the welcoming space of the Kilkivan Library. New and experienced players are welcome.
Rainbow Beach Boomerang Bags
Rainbow Beach Boomerang Bag Sewing Group meet MOST Mondays from 1.30-4.30pm. 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.
TUESDAY 18 June
*Kids Tennis Fun Afternoon*
Kids from Prep to Year 12 can enjoy an hour of fun from 4pm to 5pm each Tuesday afternoon until 18 June at Gympie Queens Park Tennis Club. Bring along a hat, water bottle and racquet if you have one. Cost $3 per child or $5 per family. For more information call 0402 775 023.
*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.
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 19 June
*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.
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.
Learn Scottish Country Dancing
Scottish Country Dance is not Highland dancing but gentle movements to Scottish music to exercise the body and mind. The group meets every Wednesday at the Girl Guides Hall in Shanks Street. Classes are held from 9am until 11am, followed by a casual morning tea. Bring your own cup. No partner or special shoes are required. For further details phone Kay on 0407 242 677 or Ann on 0419 647 269.
THURSDAY 20 June
Android Phones: Getting Started
New to the world of smartphones? Learn how to adjust the security, privacy and accessibility of your device at the Gympie Library at this 10am session. You will also find out about your system and network settings and how you can adjust the device for your needs. Bookings are essential on 5481 0859.
Family History Research Night
Bring along a laptop or iPad/tablet to the Gympie Library between 5.30-6.30pm and join in on a social evening of family history research. Help each other with research and discover handy hacks to gather family history information. A limited number of laptops are available for use if needed. Bookings are essential 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 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.
Table Tennis
Come along for table tennis each Thursday night from 7-9pm at the Indoor Bowls Centre on Graham Street, One Mile. All player levels are welcome. For more information, call Peter on 0438 408 089 or Grace on 0412 884 015.
*First Five Forever Storytime*
Head to the Imbil or Tin Can Bay Libraries 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. Bookings essential on 5481 0859.
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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