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March 2021
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Hello Welcome to March enews. |
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In this issue:
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What's on in March 2021: 4th - Town Lunch at RSL 12 noon 5th - Tune Up 10-11:30am Bellingen 6th - Dorrigo Markets 9am Showgrounds 8th - SSS Lunch 12 noon $10.00 11th - Town Lunch at Components12 noon 12th - Tune Up 10-11:30am Bellingen 13th - Autumn Plant Fair, Bellingen 16th - Planning Ahead Presentation 12noon 18th - Town Lunch at Sweethearts 12 noon 19th - Tune Up 10-11:30am Bellingen 22nd - SSS Lunch 12 noon $10.00 25th - Day Trip - Harmony Haven, Nth Dorrigo 26th - Men's Health Check - Dorrigo - Tune Up 10-11:30am Bellingen 27th - Men's Health Check - Dorrigo 29th - Bulky Waste Collection - Thora, Dorrigo Maximum 3 cubic metres at kerb side no sooner than the weekend befor -----------------------------------------------------------------
Reminder to please book for transport 24 hours prior to any appointment, this will allow for scheduling, otherwise you could be very disappointed. Contact Dorrigo Support on 6657 2896
Reminder: Bookings esential for SSS Luncheons.
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CWA social morning - Every Tuesday at 10am at the CWA Hall.
Seniors Walking Group leaves Hickory House at 9am Wednesdays. Remember walking shoes, hat and water.
Bingo is held every Wednesday at Hickory House starting at 10:30am until 1pm
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Yoga and Relaxation Classes
Let go of stress and anxiety, release trauma from the body and mind with gentle stretches, breathing and deep relaxation. Learn techniques that will help us build resilience and increase our ability to cope with the uncertainties of life. Shakti has been studing, practicing and teaching Yoga for nearly 40 years, in Australia, New Zealand and India.These classes are funded with grants from PHN Healthy North Coast & Suicide Prevention and supported by Neighbourhood Centres of Bellingen Shire; DPI bushfire Recovery, RAMPH & RFS. Suitable for all fitness levels and experience. Bring a mat, towel and cushion, chairs available at the venue. Classes are free. Where: Dundurrabin Community Centre Mondays 5:30pm started 15th February Tuesdays 10am started 16th February Where: Dorrigo Receation Ground Club Room Thursdays 10am started 11th February For more information and bookings: Shakti: 0448 879 642 shakti.mudra@gmail.com
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JENNY PARKIN - SCULPTURES IN CLAY Jenny has been making clay sculptures for over 20 years and although she has tried other mediums, clay remains the one she loves. She makes her work tactile, which is lovely to touch and hold. Jenny uses fine white earthenware clay and sometimes a rough textured raku depending on the design. All her work is hand built which means you will find differences in each sculpted piece even where a design is repeated. Each sculpture is built in solid clay, then cut and the piece is hollowed out once she is happy with the shape. It is all about the shape and hand feel, then she rejoins the pieces and repairs the join. The piece is then air dried for up to a month beforefinishing and finally firing. |
Expressions of Interest Have you ever wondered why you have yet to embrace a different medium and create a beautiful ceramic scupture in clay. Now is the time to learn, as we are hoping to run 3 workshops over 3 weeks with a duration time of 3 hours per session. Classes will be limited to 6 - 8 participants, to allow Jenny Parkin to ensure each and everyone of you can be assisted if necessary in technique and expression. Who needs a pottery wheel when we have a pair of hands to assist us. Sesion 1: Participants will hand build at least one small clay scupted form within a 3 hour timeframe i.e. bird or pear. Session 2: The piece will be cut and hollowed out and then join repaired in preparation for drying and firing. Session 3: The fully dried piece will be refined with carving and sanding and is then ready for the kiln. When: May 2021 Duration: 3 hours each session Cost: $75.00 contribution Take Home: Ceramic Scupture you made! Please call: 6657 2896 to ensure your place
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"Tune Up" - dance, movement and gentle exercise Where: Neighbourhood Centre - Citizens Room, Bellingen When: Term 1 - 12th February - 2nd April Fridays 10-11:30 am Term 2 - 23rd and 30th April Friday 10-11:30 am Bookings essential/bus available from Dorrigo Please contact Monique on 0411 482 139 monique.buggy@gmail.com Dance Movement therapist and social worker Monique is excited to invite you to a series of weekly workshops to enhance your wellbeing through connecting with your body through: * the breath * grounding exercises * mindful movement * tai chi and yoga like exercises Using music, movement and dance for fun and wellness. Free for veterans, carers, family and friends. all types of bodies welcome, no dance experiences necessary. ------------------------------------------------------------------- |
Gingerbread Brownies Recipe from delicous.com.au 250g unsalted butter chopped 300g Cadbury Baking Dark Chocolate, chopped 4 eggs 1/2 tsp baking powder 1 1/3 Cup firmly packed brown sugar 1 1/3 Cup plain flour, sifted 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon 1/3 Cup cocoa, sifted 1/2 tsp groung ginger icing sugar to dust 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg Preheat oveb to 170C. Grease and line a 20cm square cake pan. melt butter and 200g chocolate in a heatproof bowl overboiling water (don't let the bowl touch the water), stirring until smooth. allow to cool slightly. Add eggs, 1 at a time, to the chocolate mixture, beating well until combined. Add sugar, flour, baking powder and spices, then fold in the cocoa. Spread batter into the pan and bake for 25 minutes or until just set. Allow to cool in pan, then turn out and cut into squares. Melt the remaining 100g chocolate and allow to cool slightly. To serve, dust brownies with icing sugar, then drizzle with melted chocolate. -------------------------------------------------------------------- Planning Ahead Presentation |
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Autumn Plant Fair We are delighted to annouce that the Autumn Plant Fair will be held on Saturday 13th March as usual under the big trees at Bellingen Park (Market Park) off Church Street which will start at 8am and finish at 2pm. This is a much loved event filled with up to 70 stalls featuring a huge diversity of tropical, sub-tropical, native, exotic and food bearing species, garden furniture, equipment, supplies and information stalls from local organisations. There are Plant Identification workshops, activities, fine food, musicians and entry is free. When: Saturday 13th March 8am - 2pm Where: Bellingen Park off Church St
------------------------------------------------------------------- Harmony Haven Local Garden Tour Philippa Guyot from North Dorrigo has kindly opening her 2 acre garden on Thursday 25th March 2021 for our group to attend. This garden has been discribed as "out of this world" and it will be a full morning just exploring. We will be supplying morning tea which will be in her beautiful garden. I suggest that if you have a portable fold-up chair please bring it along otherwise we will be sitting on a picnic blanket. If you are interested in attending please book your space by phoning 6657 2896, cost $10.00. We will be departing from the bus stop at 9.00am near the Library or you can arrange to be picked up. Just a glimpse in what you will be experiencing!
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Important Numbers
* Dorrigo health and Wellbeing - 6657 1273 * Dorrigo Pharmacy - 6657 2005 will deliver * Spar - 6657 2572 will deliver * IGA - 6657 2002 will deliver * Community Transport - 1300 812 504 * Urunga/Bellingen/Dorrigo Taxi 6655 2221 * Lifeline - 13 11 14 * Healthdirect - 1800 022 222 * Beyond Blue - 1300 22 46 36 * Dorrigo Support Centre - 6657 2896 * My Aged Care - 1800 200 422 * Ageing and Disability Abuse Helpline - 1800 628 221 * Elder Abuse Helpline - 1300 651 192 * Coffs Harbour Women's Health Centre - 6657 2811 * https:/headtohealth.gov.au * Mental Health Line - 1800 011 511 * Seniors Travel Card - 137788
Community Transport - Dorrigo Community Bus departs Hickory Street every Monday at 9am returning 3pm. Bookings are required by lunch time Friday. No cash payments excepted, payment must be made by credit card or Seniors Travel Card. Community Transport supplies transport further a field, for appointments, hospital and other visits, shopping etc. Please book on 1300 812 504. Office hours are Monday to Friday 9am to 4:30pm. |
When: Tuesday16th March 10:30am 12 noon Where: Dorrigo Library Bookings essential: phone 02 6657 1134 Mid North Coast Community Legal Centre will present topics as follows: Power of Attorney Enduring Guardianship in New South Wales Advanced Care Planning and Directives Wills Are you prepared and have your affairs in order, please consider this presentation. ------------------------------------------------------------------- Aqua Aerobics Come and join the Aqua Aerobics at the Dorrigo Swim Centre located on the corner of Hickory and Tyringham Streets. Meet friends and community members for an enjoyable hour of aqua aerobics while dancing to the music with weights and pool noodles in the 25m solar heated outdoor pool. Get fit and healthy the fun way. All are welcome.
Aqua Aerobics Wed & Fri 9:30 - 10:30am Non-members - $10.50 Members- $8.20 Contact Dorrigo Swim Centre 02 6657 2578 Opening hours: Mon-Fri 6am - 7pm Sat 9am - 6pm Sun 9am - 5pm ----------------------------------------------------------------------
"A Taste of Ireland"
Thankyou to all those who have expessed an interest in attending the return perfomance of "A Taste of Ireland". Tickets have been pre- purchased and all have already been grabbed up. Don't forget a deposit of $25 needs to be paid by 25/02/2021 and remaining payment of $65.00 is required by 18/03/2021. No refunds. The show is a live energetic blend of well known tunes, jaw dropping acapella tap battles, world class dancing, melodic folk music and craic galore complimented by stunning production and lighting.
When: Thursday 29th April @ 4pm Where: Jetty Memorial Threatre Duration: 115 minutes including interval Dinner after the show at own cost, at the Pier Hotel, Coffs Harbour Jetty. If you require to be picked up from your home please let Carol know, otherwise we will be leaving from the Bus Stop near the Library at approximately 2.45pm and returning to Dorrigo around 8.30pm. EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST - MEN'S GROUP We are hoping to commence a Men's Group - meet up once a week for a cuppa and discussion at a local cafe, in view of offering outings further afield to places of interest. * Phone Carol or Amanda - 6657 2896
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Rest in Peace - Rita Hope
Sadly on the 9th February 2021, peacefully at the Dorrigo Multi Purpose Service Rita past away at the age of 83 years. Rita's funeral was held on Tuesday 16th February 2021 at the Dorrigo Cemetery. Rita had been a long time participant of Dorrigo Support Centre, and we will all miss her immensely. Fly in Peace Rita!
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The Dorrigo Support Centre opening hours are 9am-4pm Monday to Thursday. You can contact us on (02) 66572896 or via email- dorrigosupport@bigpond.com |
This monthly newsletter and schedule of events is supported by the Commonwealth Home Support Program. |
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