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
*Make and Create*
Stop by the children’s area at your local library branch for some free craft activities this April school holidays. Suitable for children ages 3-12 years and their carers. There will be activities on Monday to Friday at Gympie from 2-3pm and Tin Can Bay 11am-12noon, Kilkivan on Mondays, Thursdays, and Fridays at 10am, Goomeri on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays at 10am, Imbil on Tuesdays from 10-11am and Rainbow Beach during their opening hours.
*Robotic Fun*
Stop by the Rainbow Beach and Tin Can Bay Libraries during the April school holidays to get hands-on with some of their robots. No bookings are required but space is limited. Suitable for ages 5-12 years.
*Easter Egg Scavenger Hunt*
Hop on into the Tin Can Bay Library and have a go at finding all the Easter eggs that have been hidden by a very egg-cited Easter Bunny. Then enter your name into the draw to win a book prize.
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 11 April
Rainbow Beach Art Group
Join us at Rainbow Beach Library from 10am for a fantastic morning of fun and creativity. Each session covers something different, with the aim of exploring different styles of art. Enjoy a morning getting in touch with your inner artist.
*Design your own skateboard deck*
Drop into the Gympie Library from 10am to decorate your own skateboard deck. Suitable for ages 12-17 years. Bookings essential.
3D Printer Introduction
Want to try 3D printing but thought it looked too hard? Then come to one of the free learn-to-print sessions at the Gympie Library on the second Friday of the month at 10am. They 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 on 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 12 April
*Clay Bowls*
Join us at the Tin Can Bay Library from 10am for the second week of the two-week course where you will be able to create and decorate your own clay bowl. Suitable for ages 8-17 years. Bookings are essential.
Long Flat Dance
The Learner Dance Group will be hosting an old time 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 Janet on 0419 824 317.
Poets Corner
Enjoy the second Saturday morning of each month at the Tin Can Bay Library from 9.30am, listening to the words of Patterson, Lawson, Whitman, Frost and many more. Bring along your favourite works to share with others.
Goomboorian Hall Markets
There’s something for everyone at the Goomboorian Memorial Hall, on every second Saturday from 7am-midday. Devonshire teas, plants, produce, second-hand goods and lots, lots, more. Give Jan a call on 0488 769 588 to book your $5 stall site or for more information.
Mothar Mountain Hall Community Markets
It costs just $5 to have a site at the Mothar Mountain Hall for this market which is increasing in popularity every month. Held on the second Saturday from 9am-1pm you can find all manner of goods, from plants, bric-a-brac, fresh baked goods, produce and second-hand goods. For more information or to book a site, call Allona on 0419 748 489.
Lower Wonga Hall Markets
Located just off the Wide Bay Highway on Lower Wonga Hall Road, these popular monthly markets get a good deal of passing trade, along with the friendly locals. They are held on the second Saturday from 7.30-11.30am and offer plenty of great items. Stall sites cost just $5 but make sure you call Ron on 0481 054 537 before the Wednesday before to book your spot.
Gunalda Hall Markets
Drop into the Gunalda Hall, at 27 Balkin St, once a month to grab a great selection of plants, produce and more. The markets are on the second Saturday from 7.30-11am. Stall sites cost $5, so give Tanya a call on 0402 615 469 to secure your spot.
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 13 April
Gympie Showgrounds Sunday Market
The Showgrounds at 77 Exhibition Rd, Southside are the place to be on the second and fourth Sunday from 7am-midday during most of the year, except for winter when they run from 8am-midday in June, July and August. To book your $20 stall site, call Sid on 0418 711 897.
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 14 April
*Create a Mini Robot*
Get ready to jump into the world of circuits and science with this fun STEM based activity at the Gympie Library at 2pm. Suitable for ages 8-12 years. Bookings are essential.
*Tinker Table @ Gympie*
Drop into the Gympie Library 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.
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, 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.
Kilkivan Nibbles and Giggles
This social get-together at the Kilkivan Library every Monday at 9.30am is to chat over a coffee or tea and allows you to meet people in your local community and borrow a book or DVD from the library. Coffee, tea, and biscuits will be supplied.
TUESDAY 15 April
*Easter Baskets*
Join us at the Imbil Library at 1pm to create your very own Easter Baskets ready for when the Easter Bunny hops on by. Suitable for ages 5-8 years. Bookings essential.
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. It costs $4 per session to play, $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 16 April
*Paddlepop Art*
What can you create using paddle pop sticks? Come along to the Rainbow Beach Library at 1pm to find out. Will you make a photo frame, a pencil holder or maybe a treasure box? Your imagination is the only limit to your creativity. Suitable for ages 5-12 years. Bookings essential.
*Easter Baskets*
Join us at the Gympie Library at 2pm to create your very own Easter Baskets ready for when the Easter Bunny hops on by. Suitable for ages 5-8 years. Bookings essential.
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 17 April
*Mosaic Jewellery Holder*
Drop into the Gympie Library at 2pm to create your very own mosaic jewellery holder. Suitable for ages 12-17 years. Bookings are essential.
*Easter Bunny Pot*
Drop into the Kilkivan Library at 10.30am or the Goomeri Library at 1.30pm to create a cute Easter themed pot. Suitable for ages 5-12 years. Bookings are essential.
*Wool String Easter Bowls*
Head to the Tin Can Bay Library at 10am to get sticky and make some string bowls for your Easter Eggs. Suitable for ages 5-12 years. Bookings are essential.
All about Android Phones
New to the world of smartphones? 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.
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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