Dancing For Fun

Lawson Mechanics Institute 284 GREAT WESTERN HIGHWAY, Lawson, NSW, Australia

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…

$10

Tai Chi Classes

Lower Mountains Neighbourhood Centre 33 Hope St, Blaxland

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…

Mid Mountains Evening Book Club

RoseyRavelston Books 1 Badgery Crescent, Lawson, New South Wales, Australia

Join us for the free Mid Mtns Evening Book Club! You don’t have to read any particular book, just come along and tell us about your favourite book of the month. Tea & coffee provided.

Community Cafe

Mid Mountains Neighbourhood Centre 9 New Street, Lawson, NSW, Australia

Come out and share a cuppa with your local community.   For more information please call 4759 2592

Clak ‘n’ Yak Social Group

Lower Mountains Neighbourhood Centre 33 Hope St, Blaxland

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.

Blaxland Ukulele Group (BUGs)

Lower Mountains Neighbourhood Centre 33 Hope St, Blaxland

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.

Lower Mountains Writers’ Group

Lower Mountains Neighbourhood Centre 33 Hope St, Blaxland

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…

Art for Seniors

Mid Mountains Neighbourhood Centre 9 New Street, Lawson, NSW, Australia

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…

$2

Mid Mountains Chair Yoga

Mid Mountains Neighbourhood Centre 9 New Street, Lawson, NSW, Australia

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

Community Games

Mid Mountains Neighbourhood Centre 9 New Street, Lawson, NSW, Australia

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

Cox Reserve Bushcare Group, Lapstone

Darwin Drive, Lapstone

Restoration of gully vegetation using bush regeneration techniques Visit this group’s own website Year started: October 1998 Meeting day: First Saturday of the month, 9:00 am to 12:00 pm Meeting point: Darwin Drive, Lapstone Bushcare officer: Tracy Abbas Land manager: BMCC Local contact: Deb Atkins, phone 4739 3270 Alternative contact: Bushcare, phone 47805528 Learn about Bushcare Read more…

Chess – Saturdays at Katoomba Library

Katoomba Library 30 Parke Street, Katoomba, NSW, Australia

  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.

Bellata Park Bushcare Group, Glenbrook

Bellata Court Glenbrook

Ecological restoration of Bellata Park, Glenbrook Join fellow bushcare volunteers, of all ages and backgrounds, helping to reverse the damage done to the environment by invasive weeds and stormwater runoff. Learn about Bushcare Blue Mountains Visit this group’s own website Year started: 1996 Meeting day: First Saturday of the month, 1:30 pm Read more…

Mid Mountains Community Garden

Mid Mountains Community Garden 5-17 Queens Road, Lawson, NSW, Australia

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…

Long Angle Gully Landcare, Warrimoo

Rickard Rd, Warrimoo

We work in the valley along Long Angle Creek and Cripple Creek. Visit this group’s own website Started: June 2006 Meeting day: First Saturday of the month, 1:00 pm to 4 pm Meeting point: End of Rickard Rd Bushcare officer: Steve Fleischmann Land manager: Private Local contact: Karleen Waldron, phone 4753 6636 Alternative contact: Steve Barratt, phone Read more…

Twilight Beach Market

Lawson Public School Adelaide Street, Lawson, NSW, Australia

Huge Announcement Save the date Saturday 2nd December from 3pm-8pm we are bringing 10 ton of sand to the Lawson Public School for a Sandy Beach Twilight Market! That’s right we are bringing the beach to the Mountains. This event is going to be a one of a kind. You Read more…

See Santa arrive by train – Valley Heights Rail Museum

Valley Heights Rail Museum 17b Tusculum Road, Valley Heights

Meet Santa and enjoy the Museum’s great experiences and activities. Take a 20-minute journey* on the 130-year-old heritage Sydney Steam Tram or the heritage country branch line Valley Heights Mixed.   Leaves on the hour, departing at: 10:30am, 11:30am, 12:30pm, 1:00pm, 2.30pm and 3.15pm (last ride). Tickets available October 2023: book online from Read more…

Christmas Kids’ Clothes and Toy Swap

Mid Mountains Neighbourhood Centre 9 New Street, Lawson, NSW, Australia

Rather than heading to the shops this Christmas, head to our 5th kids’ clothes and toy swap! Bring the items that your children have grown out of and go home with new (to you!) pre-loved clothing and toys. How it works? Bring up to 10 good quality clothing items and/or Read more…

Social Stories

Lower Mountains Neighbourhood Centre 33 Hope St, Blaxland

A story is read aloud by an expert facilitator, bringing the story to life. During school terms Mondays 1:00pm – 2:30pm Lower Mountains Neighbourhood Centre, Blaxland The Details At each session an expert facilitator selects a new story and reads it aloud, bringing the story to life. You are guided Read more…

Natty Needles – patchwork, knitting, crochet

A group for people interested in Patchwork, Embroidery, Knitting, Crochet or other craft project, and join us for a cuppa and some creative fun in this informal crafter’s circle! For more information, please call 4782 1117 Note: For recurring events, please check time and date with the event organiser.

Springwood Toastmasters Club

Red Cross Hall , 107 Macquarie Rd, Springwood

For more than 40 years Springwood Toastmasters has been helping members develop skills in public speaking & leadership. Learn how to master your fears & go beyond your comfort zone in a positive, friendly and supportive environment. Springwood Toastmasters meets on the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month. Time: Read more…

Kookaburra Playgroup

Mid Mountains Neighbourhood Centre 9 New Street, Lawson, NSW, Australia

Parents and care givers join in for stories, play and chat, craft, catch up and adult conversation. Best of all a play space you don’t have to tidy.   Mondays During School Term 9:30am to 11:00am   Mid Mountains Neighbourhood Centre 9 New Street, Lawson   Newcomers always welcome. For Read more…

Tech Savvy Seniors

Mid Mountains Neighbourhood Centre 9 New Street, Lawson, NSW, Australia

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…

Lawson Literary Lot

Mid Mountains Neighbourhood Centre 9 New Street, Lawson, NSW, Australia

A monthly gathering and conversationabout literature.   To find out what the group is reading this month or for more information please call 02 4759 2592.

Harmony Friendship Group

Lower Mountains Neighbourhood Centre 33 Hope St, Blaxland

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.

Page to Stage Drama Classes Years 1-3

Lawson Mechanics Institute 284 GREAT WESTERN HIGHWAY, Lawson, NSW, Australia

Drama for Students in Years 1-3 An introduction to performing on stage. Students will develop confidence, learn to project their voices, play drama games in preparation for a small performance on the final day of class.

Page to Stage Drama Classes Years 4-6

Lawson Mechanics Institute 284 GREAT WESTERN HIGHWAY, Lawson, NSW, Australia

Drama for Students in Years 4-6 Students will improve their skills in public speaking, improvisation and creating dramatic scenes through a mixture of drama games and rehearsals for a small performance on the final day of class.

Free 2 Flow

Lower Mountains Neighbourhood Centre 33 Hope St, Blaxland

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…

Blaxland East Playgroup

Blaxland East Public School 53 - 85 Old Bathurst Road, Blaxland, NSW

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…