24 FREE for not-for-profit community & sporting groups COMMUNITY NOTICES GOLD COAST HUNGARIAN SENIORS CITIZENS CLUB meets every Tuesday 9.30 - 1.30pm at Broadbeach Senior Citizens Centre, 23 T.E. Peters Drive, Broadbeach. Hot lunch and activities provided. President, Frank Arva 0456925582. Secretary, Marta Novak 0488 208 400. CLEAR ISLAND WATERS – Friendly group of women and men meet on Wednesday’s at 9 a.m. – 12 noon at the Sacred Heart Hospitality Centre, Fairway Drive near Surfers Paradise Golf Club. Make new friends, bring your talents and join in the activities which include Art - water-colour, oils, acrylic painting, acrylic pours, pen & ink, drawing etc., also a variety of Craft - knitting, embroidery, sewing, crocheting, card making etc. New members most welcome and our group come together to enjoy each other’s company over a cuppa in a relaxed environment. Contact 5671-7388 NERANG VIEW CLUB. Meet on the 2nd Thursday of each month at the Nerang RSL, 69 Nerang Street. (Meeting and lunch). Lucky door prizes as well as a raffle, guest speaker when available. A trade table is also available with some home made delicious goodies with all proceeds going to our learning for life sponsorship for disadvantaged children through the Smith Family. Ladies we would love you to come along for an enjoyable afternoon and make new friends. Ph: Carolyn on 0412 643 621 or Marie on 0405 089 094. GOLD COAST HISTORICAL MUSEUM - Tucked off Bundall Rd (8 Elliott Street, Bundall), come and explore a quiet little patch of Paradise! It offers the visitor a snapshot of Gold Coast history. On site you will find a small pioneer cemetery, a replica pioneer cottage, heritage listed artists studio, littoral rainforest, old photo gallery, 1950s GC fashions, farming equipment, etc. $5 entry, cash preferred. Tues/Wed 9am-1pm, Sundays 10am - 3pm. More information/group bookings - histsocbun@bigpond or gcmuseum.com.au RED CROSS – HOME VISITING FOR THE ELDERLY - Enjoy a friendly chat and meaningful connection with a volunteer in the comfort of your own home. This offer is open to those who are elderly and living in the community. Our volunteers will brighten your day with regular visits and warm conversation. Visits can be scheduled weekly or fortnightly. To arrange a visit, call us on 1800 441 014. • SOUTHERN • THE PROBUS CLUB OF BURLEIGH WATERS invites retirees to attend their next monthly meeting on Monday 20 July commencing 10am at Burleigh Sports Club, Christine Avenue, Burleigh Waters. The Club offers a broad range of activities and events for retirees. For further information contact Trevor 0408 660 752. CURRUMBIN HAPPY GROUP INC. meet on Tuesdays 9am-11.30am at Elanora Uniting Church Community Hall, Applecross Way, Elanora. Morning tea, music and the lucky door prizes and grocery raffles. $6 entry fee to cover costs. Enjoy day bus trips to interesting places at very reasonable rates. PH Barbara 0437129030. Come along, you’ll enjoy the morning and we look forward to meeting you. BURLEIGH PALM BEACH VIEW CLUB warmly welcomes new members to our friendly club every 3rd Tuesday of the month at Treetops Tavern, Executive Drive, Burleigh Waters at 10:30am. Next meeting July 21. VIEW (Voice, Interests and Education of Women) Clubs proudly support the work of The Smith Family, helping disadvantaged children succeed in their education, while also providing friendship and enjoyable social activities for members. PH: Sandra 0407 140 026. PALM BEACH CURRUMBIN LIONS CLUB welcomes new members with enthusiasm and a smile. We meet every fortnight (2nd Thursday night 7pm at the Lion’s Den, Murtha Drive, Elanora and the 4th Thursday is a Social meeting at the Alleygators Sports Club, Currumbin Waters at noon) Join us in having fun while raising money to support our local Charaties. Phone John 0439805911. Look forward to seeing you soon! COMPASSIONATE COMPANIONS - We are seeking kind hearted people 18+ to join our team of Compassionate Companion Volunteers at BlueCare Residential Aged Care Facilities at Elanora, Kirra and Tallebudgera. Hours are flexible between 9am and 4pm Monday to Friday. Share friendly, lighthearted conversation, smiles and laughter with someone who may otherwise be feeling isolated and lonely. CC Volunteers must be able to competently use a mobile phone or similar device to record their hours/receive emails or texts via a designated application. Police Check required, free to volunteers and BlueCare will assist with the application. Contact agedcarechaplaincy@ucareqld.com.au FIBROMYALGIA, CHRONIC FATIGUE SYNDROME INFORMATION AND SUPPORT GROUP meets on the first Friday of every month at 10:30 am (NSW Time) at the Community Centre, Cnr. Heffron Street and Minjungbal Drive, Tweed Heads South. All welcome. For further information call Bronwyn on 0404553916. COOLANGATTA SENIORS activities 7 days a week. DANCE - New Vogue, Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Line Dancing. FITNESS & WELLBEING- Chi Gong, Yoga & seated Yoga, Tai Chi & seated Tai Chi, Pilates, Yoga Nidra Singing Bowls. GAMES - Mahjong, Bingo, Scrabble, Cards, Table Tennis, Darts, Indoor Bowls, 8 Ball. SERVICES – Hairdresser, Beautician, My Aged Care, Library - puzzles, tapes, videos, CD’s. ENTERTAINMENT - Saturday Evening Dance. Movies on Monday. LEARN - Creative Writing, French, Ukulele, Guitar, Paper Craft. TEC - Computer & Technology lessons & assistance. ACTIVITIES - Monday movies, Needlework-Knitting-Crochet-PatchworkQuilting BYO, Gardening, Singing. BUS TOURS - Crystal Castle, War Museum, Xmas in July, Carnival of Flowers, Picnics. Volunteer with us. www.coolangattaseniors. com.au (07) 5536 4050 - 0400 706 329. THE LEISURETIME ARTS/CRAFTS/GAMES GROUP meets every Wednesday morning during Queensland school terms from 9am to 11.30am in the Courtyard and Hall at the Uniting Church, 17 Applecross Way, Elanora. Classes offered are: Acrylics/Watercolour Painting, Beading, Canasta, Card Making, Crochet & Knitting, Embroidery, Floral Art, Journaling, Mahjong, Patchwork (Hand & Machine); Sketching, Photo Bookshop. People who attend say that they enjoy a morning of social interaction while learning new skills and making new friends. Annual Registration: $10. Weekly Class Fee is $7. Contact: leisuretime@elanorauniting.com.au MAHJONG VARSITY LAKES players are welcome to join our group on Mondays 10:45am to 1:15pm at Varsity Lakes Community and Resource Centre, Jim Harris Park, 20 Mattocks Rd. Cost $8 non-members, $6 members, refreshments provided. LEARN MAHJONG – VARSITY LAKES Interested in learning Mahjong? The Varsity Lakes Community and Resource Centre runs Mahjong courses throughout the year. Course details: 4 lessons over 2 consecutive weeks, Week 1 & 2: Monday: 10:45am – 1:15pm & Tuesday: 12:15pm – 2:15pm. Cost: $50 (Includes community centre membership and refreshments) Class size: Maximum 4 participants. Bookings & dates: Call 5593 7006 to book with the centre. PARKINSON’S SUPPORT GROUP - Parkinson’s QLD hold a support group meeting on the 4th Monday of each month, 26 Eleventh Ave, Palm Beach for people with Parkinson’s Disease and their carers. Specialist speaker presents to the group together with an exercise physiologist. Morning tea provided. Gold coin donation. All welcome. PH: Carol 0400 411 521 INDOOR CARPET BOWLING - Every Saturday at 1 pm for a friendly game and afternoon tea provided. Come and join in at Share and Care 10th Ave Palm Beach. Corinne 0499819167. CARD GAME 500 - Can you play? We are looking for new people to play with on Wednesday mornings 9am at Share and Care 10th Ave, Palm Beach. Morning tea provided. Corinne 0499819167. CURRUMBIN CALORIE COUNTERS is a not-for-profit weight loss club, run voluntarily by members for over 50 years. Despite our title there are no set diet or exercise plans - You do it YOUR WAY! We offer support, encouragement & accountability through low fees, small rewards, helpful tips & professionally calibrated scales - all in a friendly, non-judgemental atmosphere with LOTS OF LAUGHS! We meet Mondays 9-10.30 am at Palm Beach Currumbin (Alleygators) Rugby Club, 15 Bienvenue Dr Currumbin Waters (behind the shops). For more info, call Shirley on 56335223 or 0408887263. SHUFFLEBOARD - Nice gentle exercise for every one from 5-105 years. Shuffleboard is often played on cruise ships and here in Pine Lane, Elanora. Now the only courts in Australia. If you would like to try shuffleboard we play Monday and Wednesday mornings 9.15am. Pam 0419799428 or Corinne 0499819167. GOLD COAST SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCERS invite you to share the joy of Scottish Country Dancing. A wonderful opportunity to make new friends, keep the mind & body active and best of all have something great to look forward to each week. No partner is necessary, just wear comfortable soft sole shoes and bring along your enthusiasm. We are a not for profit club so enjoy 2 hours of fun for $5. Thursday 7-9pm. Maher Hall, 42 Matilda St, Burleigh Heads. Enq Tina 0423598061. COMPUTER CLUB - website: retiredonline.com.au - For 50’s and over to help develop your computer and smart phone skills. Bring along your own devices (laptop, Android, tablet, iPad, iPhone) and any questions you may need answered. Meeting: 10am-12noon 1st & 3rd Monday of each month at Palm Beach Share-N-Care Centre, 31 Tenth Ave, Palm Beach. Entry: $5. Enquiries Michael 0416483160 or email rolinfo@retiredonline.com.au JOLLY SENIORS - Every Tuesday 9.30am at Share n Care, 10th Ave Palm Beach. Start with morning tea, gentle exercise, Bingo, entertainment, sing and dance, finish with lunch. Meet new people. Enjoyment all morning. Contact Corinne for more info 0499819167 TEN PIN BOWLING. Monday mornings at 9.30am (AEST)at Tweed Ten Pin Bowling, 55 Wharf St., Tweed Heads. Both men and women welcomed. Great social outing. Friendly people. Please ring Karen on 0437566404. TWIN TOWNS STAMP CLUB meets on the first Monday of the month from 7:15pm at Tweed Heads Masonic Hall, 8 Boyd St., Tweed Heads. Experienced and new collectors welcome. Contact the secretary, Richard (0402868134). THE PROBUS CLUB OF KIRRA-TUGUN welcomes visitors and potential members to join us for Friendship, Fellowship and most importantly Fun. Third Thursday of each month, Currumbin RSL at 10am for a meeting with a guest speaker and lunch at the conclusion. Numerous activities and events. Mixed club of retired and semi-retired people who enjoy intellectual and stimulating conversation. Check out our Facebook page : facebook.com/groups/KirraTugunprobus. PH: Secretary, Lesley on 0438 456 95 or Wendy 0416 942 082 PALM BEACH NEIGHBOURHOOD CENTRE – WEEKLY EVENTS / All Sessions (10am – 12noon) Tuesdays – Craft Sessions. Bring your own craft project or join in on one of our diverse craft projects. Enjoy a chat with likeminded women in a relaxed atmosphere. Wednesdays – Wellbeing Wednesdays. Free weekly activities from Yoga to Aqua Aerobics. Break the cycle of stress, through pleasure & leisure, connect with supportive community members. Focusing on self-care & resilience building. Bookings required – contact Reception. Thursdays – Sewing Circle. Work on your own project or on our group projects. All sessions are free of charge. Art, craft, sewing supplies and sewing machines are provided. Contact PBNC Reception– 5598 1505. A Justice of the Peace is available to sign your legal documents at the following Locations Harbour Town, Biggera Waters Monday to Saturday 9:30am to 1pm My Centre, Nerang Monday & Tuesday 10am to 1pm Thursday & Friday 10am to 1pm Saturday 10am to 12 noon Q Centre, Mermaid Waters Monday to Friday 10am to 1pm Saturday 10am to 12 noon Robina Shopping Centre Monday 9:30am to 1pm Tuesday & Wednesday 9:30am to 4:30pm Thursday to Saturday 9:30am to 1pm The Pines, Elanora Monday to Saturday 9:30am to 1pm Thursday evening: 4:30pm to 7pm The Strand, Coolangatta Monday 9:30am to 1pm Thursday 9:30am to 1pm
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