ABC Friends Blue Mountains is a local community group dedicated to the defence and promotion of our national broadcaster. Activities include a monthly meeting on the second Tuesday of the month and market stalls throughput the Blue Mountains to engage with locals on issues pertaining to ‘Our ABC’. Monthly on Read more…
Tech Savvy Seniors Learn to better use your device. •Email •Photos and more One on one, 1 hour sessions together with group information sessions will help you to get the most out of your technology. Tuesday from 10:00pm to 1:00pm Mid Mountians Neighbourhood Centre, 9 New Read more…
Enjoy music, poetry, book reviews, trivia, outings and guest speakers in this friendly social group for seniors. During School Terms: Wednesday 10am – 12pm Lower Mountains Neighbourhood Centre, 33 Hope St, Blaxland Cost: $10.00 per term. For more information: Please call 4739 1164.
Join mind, body, fitness coach Mark Latham as he takes you through a variety of movements and techniques from both Eastern and Western health disciplines to help you function and feel better. During school terms: Wednesdays 9:30am – 10:30am Lower Mountains Neighbourhood Centre, 33 Hope St, Blaxland $15.00 per session. Read more…
Parents and caregivers join in for stories, play, craft and chatting. Best of all you can use a play space you don’t have to tidy up! Newcomers are always welcome. The details: Wednesdays during School Term 9:30am to 11:00am Blaxland East Public School 53 – 85 Old Bathurst Road Blaxland Read more…
RRR Revolution is a recreate-recycle-reuse-redesign-re-imagine-revision sewing group. This is an unfacilitated group of creative people who work on their own pieces in the company of others. It meets once a fortnight, on a Wednesday at 1:30 until 3:30pm, in Springwood Neighbourhood Centre.
Blue Mountains Drama Principal tutor Georgia Adamson holds weekly drama classes at The Hub! Blue Mountains Drama’s classes are joyful, creative and supportive. In addition to developing skills in the foundations of acting and drama, these classes help students build confidence, physical connection and communication skills. improvisation, scripts, character, performance Classes run for 9 Read more…
Parents and caregivers join in for stories, play, craft and chatting. Best of all you can use a play space you don’t have to tidy up! Newcomers are always welcome. The details: Wednesdays during School Term 9:30am to 11:00am Blaxland East Public School 53 – 85 Old Bathurst Road Blaxland Read more…
Reminiscing Group Do you have stories to tell & memories to share? Reminiscing is an important activity for everyone. We all cherish our happy memories and enjoy talking about them. Come along and enjoy our new discussion group for seniors. It is a great opportunity to make new friendships Read more…
Enjoy a range of activities and social connection. During school terms: Thursdays 10.00am-12.00pm Lower Mountains Neighbourhood Centre, 33 Hope St, Blaxland This group meets weekly to enjoy a range of activities and social connection. Enjoy some light exercise before the games begin! Light refreshments provided. For more information: Please call Read more…
Our wonderful hosts Steve and Bill will be welcoming back players of all ages and experience levels to Chess Club at Mid Mountains Neighbourhood Centre in Lawson every Wednesday afternoon starting Wednesday 16th February from 3:30pm. Volunteers are available to help those who want to learn the game, develop Read more…
Bush and Social dancing including English country, contra, scottish and others. Beginners wecome . All dances taught and called. Partner not necessary. BYO mug. Tea and bickies provided. First 2 sessions FREE. Location: Lawson Mechanics Hall entrance to hall parking via Yileena Ave Contact: Duncan 0437 102 994 or Caroline Read more…
Bushcare on public land along Bruce Road. Visit this group’s own website Year started: 2001 Meeting day: Second Thursday of the month, 8:00 am to 12:00 pm Second meeting day: Fourth Thursday of the month, 8:00 am to 12:00 pm Meeting point: Bruce Road, Glenbrook Bushcare officer: Tracy Abbas Land manager: BMCC, Department of Lands, Read more…
Tai Chi is a gentle but powerful health exercise based on Chinese martial arts, involving breathing and movement. Join mind, body, fitness coach Mark Latham as he takes you through an hour if Tai Chi. During School Terms: Thursdays 9.30am-10.30am $12.00 per session. For more information: Please call Mark on Read more…
Come out and share a cuppa with your local community. For more information please call 4759 2592
A group for people interested in knitting, crocheting, crafting, quilting and of course, chatting! During school terms: Fridays 10am to 12pm Lower Mountains Neighbourhood Centre, 33 Hope St, Blaxland A gold coin donation would be appreciated. Tea and coffee are available. For more information: Please call 4739 1164.
Ghost Story Writing Thursdays after school, in Term 4. 3:30-4:30pm Ages 8-12 A creative writing workshop with a spooky twist, just in time for Halloween. Over 5 weeks students will work on creating creepy characters, writing suspense and dread, and crafting scary stories fit for a late night campfire. 5-weeks: $75 Read more…
Join a social group focused on learning and playing the ukulele. During school terms: Fridays 10:00am – 12.00pm Lower Mountains Neighbourhood Centre, 33 Hope St Blaxland A gold coin donation would be appreciated. For more information: Please call Belong Blue Mountains 4739 1164.
Have a free beer and meet up with other local tradies. When: Friday 13 October 2:00 PM – 5:30 PM Where: Lapstone Hotel,15 Great Western Highway, Blaxland Details: October is small business month in NSW. In Blaxland there are many businesses engaged in the construction industry. To celebrate this Read more…
The Lower Mountains Writers’ Group is an opportunity for anyone interested in writing to get together and meet with like-minded people. During school terms: Fridays 4pm to 6pm Lower Mountains Neighbourhood Centre, 33 Hope St, Blaxland. The details Finding a community of writers that support one another can be a Read more…
Woodford Glen Landcare Group Woodford Ecological restoration of a privately owned Wildlife Refuge. Visit this group’s own website Year started: November 2007 Meeting day: Second Friday of the month, 9:00 am to 12:30 pm Meeting point: 20 Mile Hollow Café Bushcare officer: James Bevan Land manager: Private Local contact: Gay Ford, phone 4758 9026 Alternative contact: Bushcare, Read more…
Art for Seniors Learn art skills or develop new ones. Be guided on different art process. All art abilities welcome. A place to socialise with others. 11:00am – 1:00pm Fridays during school term. Mid Mountains Neighborhood Centre, 9 New Street, Lawson Ph: 4759 2592 $2.00 Client Contribution Per Read more…
Facilitated by Marilyn, this chair yoga class is a gentle seated class designed to develop inner strength. Mid Mountains Neighbourhood Centre 9 New Street Lawson For more info call 4759 2592
Come along to our friendly Community Games Group. Wonderful company and conversation in a warm and friendly environment. Light refreshments will be provided. For more information call 4759 2592
Weekly trivia at Hazelbrook Bowling Club.
Landcare group working on the reserve located between Glenbrook and Lapstone. Year started: March 2004 Meeting day: Second Saturday of the month, 9:00 am to 12:00 pm Meeting point: Achievement Avenue, Glenbrook Bushcare officer: Elissa McFarlane Local contact: Bob Chapman, phone 4739 1093 Alternative contact: Elissa McFarlane – Bushcare Officer, phone 47805623, email emcfarlane@bmcc.nsw.gov.au
Learn new skills, save items from landfill, help charities and have fun! Check out the Blue Mountains and Penrith Woodworking Club. Visitors, and new members aged 18+, are always welcome. Where: The Club meets at the Girl Guides Hall, Bunbinla Ave, Mt Riverview. When: Between 9am and 2pm on the second Read more…
Join the Chess experts every Saturday at Katoomba Library. 11am to 3pm. All ages. Tuition available. No need to book – just drop in. NOTE: For recurring events, please check dates and times with event organiser.
The Mid Mountains Community Garden is a great place to share knowledge and learn new skills. Our regular Saturday morning working bees are an opportunity for everyone to explore the garden, help out with weeding, watering and planting, and share knowledge about growing your own food. Weekly working bees Read more…
Bring the kids for the free Mid Mtns Kid’s Book Club! Local writers will be coming in and reading from a variety of kid’s books, with art and craft activities as well!