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A guide to classes, workshops, services, meet-ups and events this week in the Highlands.
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What is going on at council
Wingecarribee Local Planning Panel Meeting
- July 26, online, 2-6pm
The Wingecarribee Local Planning Panel has three independent experts and an independent community member, who all determine different development applications in the region and provide recommendations. The meeting will be livestreamed on the council website. The agenda can also be found on council's website.
What's on at the libaries
Preschool storytime at Bowral and Moss Vale Library
- Every Thursday (Moss Vale Library) and Friday (Bowral Library), 11-11.30am
Children aged three to six and their guardians can enjoy stories and crafts weekly. It is free and no bookings are required.
Community services
Justice of the Peace
Justice of the Peace volunteers are present to witness documents at the following locations:
- Springett's Arcade: every Wednesday from 10am to 1pm
- Moss Vale Council (in the Jellore Room): every Thursday from 10am to 1pm
- Mittagong Marketplace: every Saturday from 10am to 1pm
Soul Food Co Op and Soul Warmers Café
- Every Thursday, 37 Regent Street, Mittagong, 9.15am-12pm
This café and co op is ran by the community for anyone in need. There is a variety of discounted produce, bread, non-perishables, frozen food and meals. Free coffee is also served. Learn more about the initiative via Soul Warmers Café and CO-OP on Facebook.
Ways to be greener
Railway Street fresh food and produce market
- Every Thursday, corner of Railway Street and Spring Street, 3-5.30pm
Grab fresh produce, plants, organic sourdough breads and more that are made and grown in the Highlands.
Crop Swap Robertson
- Every Saturday, CTC Robertson, 9-10.30am
Exchange crops, plants and magazines at this weekly meet-up. People do not have to come with crops to take anything from the table. No money is exchanged. All are welcome.
Music, dancing and meet-ups
Line Dancing
- Every Tuesday, Mittagong Community Centre, 11am
Come and make friends and learn line dancing in Mittagong. People must be members of Mittagong Seniors to participate, which is an annual fee of $10 and a weekly attendance fee of five dollars to cover things such as morning tea. Those interested can turn up on the day to learn more or email mittagongseniors@gmail.com for more information.
Ukulele group
- Every Tuesday, Mittagong Community Centre, 9-10.30am and Thursday from 12.30-2pm
People can learn more about playing the ukulele and make friends. People must be members of Mittagong Seniors to participate, which is an annual fee of $10 and a weekly attendance fee of five dollars to cover things such as morning tea. Those interested can turn up on the day to learn more or email mittagongseniors@gmail.com for more information.
Yerrinbool crafts
- Every Friday, Yerrinbool Community Hall on Everest Street, 11am-2pm
People are invited to bring their crafts to this weekly meet-up and share knowledge with others. It does not matter if it is cardmaking, upholstery, knitting, crocheting, or any other type of craft.
International Folk Dancing group
- Every Thursday, Bowral Presbyterian Hall, 10.30-11.30am
Learn folk dancing at this weekly class. This group has performed at Tulip Time in the past. Classes are $10 per person. Email Margaret via margaretvconnor@gmail.com for more information.
Prancing for Parkinson's
- Every Thursday, Bowral Baptist Church, 1.30-3pm
People diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease can dance and improve their movements on a weekly basis. They are lead by occupational therapist and dance teacher Margaret Connor. Classes are one hour, followed by a 30 minute debrief with a cuppa. They cost $10 per person with Parkinson's, and friends, family members and carers can participate for free. For more information, call Margaret on 0466 166 866, or email margaretvconnor@gmail.com.
Exercises for seniors
Qigong classes
- Every Tuesday, Mittagong Community Centre, 1-2pm
Seniors can take part in Qigong classes, with gentle exercises to help people increase their energy and reduce stress. People must be members of Mittagong Seniors to participate, which is an annual fee of $10. The class has a weekly fee of seven dollars. Those interested can turn up on the day, call the centre on 4868 0888, or email mittagongseniors@gmail.com for more information.
Mature Exercises
- Every Thursday, Mittagong Community Centre, 10am
AUSfit leader Jane Reid helps seniors improve their flexibility, balance and movement through gentle exercises. To take part in classes, people must become a Mittagong Seniors member which has an annual fee of $10, pay a weekly attendance fee of five dollars and seven dollars per week for the class. Those interested can turn up on the day to learn more or email mittagongseniors@gmail.com for more information.
Help others in the community
Volunteering opportunities through Volwing
Volwing is the region's volunteer resource organisation, where people can make a difference in the community, learn new skills and make friends. There are a variety of positions available that cater to many interests. They include teaching learners to drive, greeting tourists at museums, serving food, being a reading assistant at a primary school, tending to gardens, and more. To find out more, go to volwing.org.au, call the office on 4869 4617, or visit the office from Monday to Thursday from 9.30am to 1pm.
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