Markets held at Lawson Public School. 3rd Sunday of the month

The Blue Mountains Bipolar Support Group offers a safe space for people to meet give adn gain support, share challenges, strategies and success stories.   This group is for people living with Bipolar and for those living with or caring for someone with Bipolar.   The Blue Mountains Bipolar Support Read more…

This group meets monthly to aid the site with regeneration by removing weeds from the area using bush regeneration techniques. Year started: November 2014 Meeting day: Third Sunday of the month, 1:30 pm to 4:30 pm Meeting point: Genevieve Rd Originally started in December 1993, (Bullaburra Township Committee Feb1992), recessed in 2012 then Read more…

Freeform dance. Drug and alcohol free. Dance like nobody’s watching. $5. People of all ages and abilities are welcome.

Free women’s walking group, Katoomba. Meet new people and get exercise.

Seated Yoga is a weekly class of gentle yoga movements while seated facilitated by Carly Rowe. Please wear loose comfortable clothing and bring a bottle of water. The class runs on Mondays 10am until 11am at the Green Room in the Hub, Springwood. The cost is FREE.  Bookings are a MUST, Read more…

Learn music recording techniques and hang out with youth at Katoomba Street University. For local youth aged 12-25 years.

Hang out with other youth and learn some dance moves at Katoomba Street University

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…

Grab your patchwork, embroidery, knitting, crochet or other craft project and join us for a cuppa and some creative inspiration in this informal crafter’s circle! 

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…

Shine Choir is for all ages and voices, where everyone is welcome! It runs on Mondays during school term. From 6.30pm until 7.30pm at Springwood Uniting Church Hall. It costs $3 a session.

The Upper Blue Mountains Camera Club meets 7:15pm – 9:30pm on the first and third Monday of each month (excluding January) at: Katoomba RSL.

The Upper Blue Mountains Camera Club meets 7:15pm – 9:30pm on the first and third Monday of each month (excluding January) at: Katoomba RSL.

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…

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…

FUNctional Fitness is a Movement to Music for older people at your own pace in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere. It runs on Tuesdays from 9.30am until 10.30am at Faulconbridge Community Hall, 9-9A Home St, Faulconbridge. Sessions are $10 per person.

Due to demand the group meet weekly, every Tuesday 9:30 -12pm at a cost of $10 per class. To ensure the centre complies with social distancing the group is now broken into 2 groups which means the women can attend on a fortnightly basis. Materials required for mosaics are-adhesive-Weldbond and PREP Multi-Use Read more…

Regular meditation, chanting, yoga and sound bath in Katoomba with Rita.

Hang out with other youth and learn some dance moves at Katoomba Street University

Learn music recording techniques and hang out with youth at Katoomba Street University. For local youth aged 12-25 years.

Join us at the Gardeners Inn. $5. Singing encourage during the music round.

Every Tuesday from 6! The Gardners Inn 255 Great Western Hwy Blackheath NSW 2785 (02) 4787 8347 gardnersinnres@gmail.com

237-238 GWH Blackheath 2785 (check the website for gigs) https://www.sidebvinylbar.com

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…

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…

Free women’s walking group, Katoomba. Meet new people and get exercise.

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…

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…

Help grow organic vegetables for those in need.

Join us, with your baby (0-2 years) for rhyming and reading at Katoomba Library.

An informal group for Neuro Divergent folks to connect, hosted by Blue Mountains Women’s Health & Resource Centre, Katoomba.

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.

Stories and craft for children aged 2 – 5 years and their accompanying adult at Katoomba Library.

Hang out with other youth and learn some dance moves at Katoomba Street University

Learn music recording techniques and hang out with youth at Katoomba Street University. For local youth aged 12-25 years.

Blackheath’s celebrated community choir welcomes novices, experienced singers and even people who think they can’t sing! If you like music join in the fun. We perform at concerts, festivals and community events. Wednesdays, 2-4pm during school terms Location: Phillips Hall Cost: $75 per 10-week term More info: Christine Wheeler, 0408 Read more…

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…

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…

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…

Springwood Acoustic Club is a friendly group open to all who want to sing, read poems or just enjoy listening. It runs on the 4th Thursday of the Month, at 7.30pm until 10.30pm at Springwood Presbyterian Church Hall. It’s $7/$5 for refreshments.

Bush regeneration along the creek line Year started: October 2004 Meeting day: Fourth Thursday of the month, 9:00 am to 12:00 pm Meeting point: Wright Street Bushcare officer: Steve Fleischmann Land manager: Private Local contact: Vicki Hersey, phone 4739 5891 Alternative contact: Cecily Trist, phone 4739 3343 Learn about Bushcare Blue Mountains

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…

Local Katoomba playgroup. Parents and care givers join in for stories, play and chat, craft, catch up and adult conversation. 

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…

Regular meditation, chanting, yoga and sound bath in Katoomba with Rita.

Life, The Universe and Stories EVERY THURSDAY – 10am to 12pm, Presbyterian Church Hall 125 Wentworth Street, Blackheath A different kind of social group. ‘Life, the Universe and Stories’ is a relaxed social group that centres around the reading, reflection and discussion of great short stories. Our facilitated story groups Read more…

Hang out with other youth and learn some dance moves at Katoomba Street University

Learn music recording techniques and hang out with youth at Katoomba Street University. For local youth aged 12-25 years.

Join the fun of regular trivia, Thursday nights at Katoomba RSL.

A free creative workshop and social group for young women, hosted at the Blue Mountains Women’s Health & Resource Centre in Katoomba.

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…

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

Get your hands dirty in soil at the regular working bee of the Katoomba Community Garden

Returning to Yoga after a long spell or have limited mobility? This course is for you!

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.

BYO mending, knitting, sewing, crocheting or other crafty projects to work on. Tea and coffee provided. At Good Earth Bookshop, Wentworth Falls.

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.

Art Social is a friendly group of budding artists who meet up to develop and/or share skills and connect with other artists in a warm social environment.

Hang out with other youth and learn some dance moves at Katoomba Street University

Learn music recording techniques and hang out with youth at Katoomba Street University. For local youth aged 12-25 years.

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…

Live music at Hotel Etico 11 Montgomery St Mt Victoria 2786 Every Friday Night 6pm – 8pm Entry: FREE www.hoteletico.com.au

If you’ve ever wanted to learn great painting techniques while having fun with friends, colleagues or family, this workshop is for you. Lower Mountains artist Corinne Loxton creates memorable group events.  You choose what works best for you and your group. Weekends, weekdays and evenings from Friday 25 August 2023 Read more…

About the Friday Supper Club Avalon presents the Friday Supper Club – a weekly night of live music, hearty food and classic cocktails! Each Friday night, we present local acts who provide music-to-dine-to in our fabulous art-deco surroundings. A cover charge of $15pp supports the musicians and reserves your seat Read more…

Blaxland Gospel Chapel hosts a youth group for high school aged children to have fun, make friends and to learn more about following Jesus. When: 7.00pm-8.30pm Fridays during school term Where: Blaxland Gospel Chapel, 36 Rusden Rd, Blaxland Find out more: M: 0417 271 890 Website: Contact – Blaxland Gospel Chapel What’s 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

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…

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…

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

Bush regeneration in Coates Park Visit this group’s own website Year started: June 2007 Meeting day: Fourth Saturday of the month, 1:30 pm to 4:30 pm Meeting point: Hazelbrook RFS Carpark, Terrace Falls Rd   Attendees receive emails to notify meeting point each time. If you would like to visit, please call one Read more…

This group works on rehabilitation of a riparian corridor using bush regeneration techniques. New volunteers are welcome. Visit this group’s own website Year started: 2015 Meeting day: Fourth Saturday of the month, 1:30 pm to 4:30 pm Meeting point: Raymond Street, Glenbrook Bushcare officer: Tracy Abbas Land manager: BMCC Local contact: Diana Walker, phone 4739 Read more…

Weekly trivia at Hazelbrook Bowling Club.

Bush regeneration in Benoit Park, Valley Heights Started: March 2006 Meeting day: Fourth Saturday of the month, 9:30 am to 12:30 pm Meeting point: Cambridge Street, Valley Heights Bushcare officer: Jane Anderson Land manager: BMCC Local contact: Haidee Roper, phone 4751 4053 Alternative contact: Bushcare Team, phone 4780 5623 Learn about Bushcare Blue Mountains

9am to 3pm Saturday 24 February 2024 Planetary Health Precinct 33-39 Acacia St Katoomba (former Katoomba Golf Clubhouse) We know how overloaded everyone feels so we’re holding PLANETARY HEALTH DAY on Saturday 24 February. Visit the Planetary Health Precinct and find ways to save money, reduce disaster risk, and restore Read more…

At the Blue Mountains Planetary Health Day in Katoomba find ways to save money, reduce disaster risk, and restore the health of our community and planet!

Everybody needs a Planetary Health Day! We know how overloaded everyone feels so we’re holding a PLANETARY HEALTH DAY on Saturday 24 February (9am-3pm). It will be a one-stop shop and fun Community Day at the Planetary Health Precinct to help you tick off all those sustainability and disaster risk Read more…

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…

Talented leather artist Rachel Dengate will host workshops on two consecutive Saturdays in February. At workshop one you will learn the skills of Shibori leather dying, come to workshop two and work your piece of beautifully dyed leather into a stylish and functional leather pouch, for dice or other small 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.

Bush regeneration in Cross Street Reserve, Warrimoo, and the area around the oval on Rickard Road. Visit this group’s own website Started: 2002 Meeting day: Fourth Saturday of the month, 1:30 pm to 4:30 pm Meeting point: Contact Bushcare Officer Bushcare officer: James Bevan Land manager: BMCC Local contact: Steve Barratt, phone 4753 6339 Alternative Read more…

This catchment group meets to plan and discuss conservation and ecological restoration of the catchment.   Meeting day: Fourth Saturday of the month, 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm Meeting point: Contact bushcare officer James Bevan Started in 2012 Overview: Fitzgerald Creek runs from Springwood through Sun Valley and down to the Nepean Read more…

Zoe’s 35 Govetts leap Rd Blackheath 2785 www.zoesblackheath.com.au

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…

Come early for a bookish chat about what you’ve been reading lately.

10am-1pm Pop in to learn about how to grow food in our climate. We work together then share the day’s harvest before a joint shared luncheon in the garden. All welcome. Ph. 0407 437 553.

Panthers Glenbrook Bowling Club: Enjoy the fun of lawn bowls – no matter what your ability. When: 2pm followed by a barbecue at 4pm, the last Sunday of the month. It’s free and everyone is welcome! Enquiries: 0434 594 894.    

Join Prof. Sally Cripps and Andrew Komoder in an informed discussion about the emerging technology for Artificial Intelligence and how it can be harnessed and used in general and in higher education.