Items marked with * require bookings.
Contact the relevant library
or
3403 8888.
ANNERLEY LIBRARY
Toddler Time*
Mondays, 9:15-9:45am
Bookings required. Visit Eventbrite
five days prior to each session to reserve your spot.
Android
Phone Basics*
Fri 16 Apr, 1-2:30pm
Learn how to navigate your way around a smartphone
with a touch screen. This includes how to make and receive calls, create and send text messages, add contacts,
and install apps. Perfect for the first-time user. Bring your own Android smartphone.
Osmo
Brain Training for Seniors*
Fri 14 May, 1-2:30pm
Introducing brain training in
an easy and fun way, Osmo explores the world of puzzles, language, maths, art, coding and more through
creative problem solving.
CORINDA LIBRARY
Babies,
Books and Rhymes
Fridays, 9-9:45am
Bookings required. Visit
Eventbrite five days prior to each session to reserve your spot.
Social
Media Basics*
Wed 12 May, 11am-12:30pm
Learn about popular social media sites
including Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Tumblr and Instagram.
FAIRFIELD LIBRARY
Babies, Books and Rhymes*
Wednesdays, 9:15-9:45
Bookings required. Visit
Eventbrite five days prior to each session to reserve your spot.
Evening
Book Club
Thu 15 Apr, 6-7pm
Read and discuss Silver by Chris Hammer. New
members welcome.
Meet
Mark Delaney*
Sat 17 Apr, 11am-12pm
Join Mark Delaney, co-author of Low-Carbon
and Loving It as he discusses the writing of the book, and his experience living in the slums of
India (with his family) that led to the project.
Tea
and Tech*
Fri 23 Apr, 2-3:30pm
Get together with other locals developing digital
skills and improving online confidence.
Phone Fairfield Library on 07 3403 8615 to book.
Book
Chat*
Wed 28 Apr, 1-2pm
Read and discuss The Ruin by Dervla McTiernan.
New members welcome.
Southside
Community Craft Circle
Tue 4 May, 1-3pm
This is a craft group that makes items
to support the disadvantaged in the community. Please call Elinor on 0420 300 335 for more information.
Young
Adult Book Club*
Thu 13 May, 5-6pm
We discuss the book One of Us is Lying
by Karen M McManus. Ideal for those aged 12-17 years.
National
Simultaneous Storytime*
Wed 19 May, 11-11:30am
Celebrate Library and Information
Week by joining a National Simultaneous Storytime event at your local library. At 11am on Wednesday 19
May, children from all over Australia will sit down for a special storytelling of Give Me Some Space
by Philip Bunting. Ideal for children aged 2-5 years.
Active and Healthy
Deep
Water Running*
$ Pool entry
Dunlop Park Memorial Swimming Pool, Corinda
Saturdays from 1 May, 10:15-11:15am
To book phone 0406 063 737
Winter
Aqua Aerobics*
$ Pool entry
Dunlop Park Memorial Swimming Pool, Corinda
Saturdays from 1 May, 11-11:45am
To book phone 0406 063 737.
Empowered
to Swim - Group Adult Swimming Lessons*
$ Pool entry
Dunlop Park Memorial Swimming
Pool, Corinda
Saturdays from 1 May, 11:45am-12:45pm
To book phone 0406 063 737
CHILLAX
Family Meditation and Relaxation
Sundays from 2 May, 3-4pm
Bring a yoga mat and
towel.
Daphne Fancutt Amphitheatre
Ken Fletcher Park, Tennyson
Mum
Fit*
Mondays from 10 May, 9:30-10:30am
Bring a yoga mat.
Sherwood Arboretum
To book phone Nadia on 0487 070 174
Tai
Chi Qigong in the Park
Tuesdays, 8-9am
Meet near the carpark
Sherwood Arboretum
Phone Kevin on 3376 1830 for more info
Boxfit*
Tuesdays, 9:30-10:15am
Nixon Park, Oxley
To book phone Clare on 0432 168 667
Aqua
Yoga
Tuesdays, 12-1pm
Dunlop Park Memorial Pool, Corinda
Phone Nichola
on 0406 574 454 for more info
Interval
Training*
Fridays, 9:30-10:30am
Fehlberg Park, Yeronga
Bring a yoga mat
or towel
To book phone Nadia on 0487 070 174
Yoga
for Every Body
Saturdays, 7:30-8:30am
Vallely St Park, Annerley
Phone
Deanna on 0401 247 328 for more info
Winter
Aqua Aerobics*
$ Pool entry
Yeronga Park Memorial Swimming Pool
Saturdays
from 1 May, 11-11:45am
To book phone 0406 063 737
Empowered
to Swim - Group Adult Swimming Lessons*
$ Pool entry
Yeronga Park Memorial Swimming
Pool
Saturdays from 1 May, 11:45am-12:45pm
To book phone 0406 063 737
Tai
Chi Qigong in the Park
Sundays, 8-9am
Meet near the playground
Robinson
Park, Fairfield
Phone Julian on 0439 073 860 for more info
Sherwood
Arboretum Guided Walk*
Sun 18 Apr, 9:30-11am
Sherwood Arboretum
Take a
guided walk at one of Brisbane's living treasures led by the Volunteer Guides of the Brisbane Botanic
Gardens and the Friends of Sherwood Arboretum.
To book call 07 3403 2535.
Bike
Riding Skills for Adults*
Sat 24 Apr, 8-10am
Ken Fletcher Park, Tennyson
Ready to ride where you want to go by bike? This essential workshop will focus on how to ride on the road
and will include learning how to ensure you are seen and can be seen. Our experienced trainers will observe
you putting your new skills into practice. They will also provide useful tips on riding to where you want
to go, including choosing suitable routes. Numbers strictly limited - book
early.
Kayak
Moon River*
Sat 24 Apr, 5-8pm
Simpsons Playground, Graceville
A great opportunity
to enjoy a relaxing paddle and explore your local waterway in a canoe. Enjoy some family time, get a group
of friends together, or come on your own to meet some new people. All equipment and instruction is provided,
perfect for beginners or those with experience. To book visit
Paddle Queensland.
Orienteering:
Night Navigation
Tue 27 Apr, 6:30-7:30pm
Sherwood Arboretum
A recreational
activity and sport in the cool of the evening. Use your navigational skills and a specially produced map,
to discover your local parks and outdoor recreational areas. All ages and fitness levels catered for.
Compete individually or participate in a group. Children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult. Please
bring a small torch or head lamp. Full instructions given. For more info visit Queensland
Orienteering.
Fun
Soccer*
Thu 20 May, 4-5pm
Gordon Thomson Park, Chelmer
Exciting and fun
soccer activities for children aged 5-7 years old with enthusiastic and energetic coaches! To book
visit Ginger Sport.
Lantern
Making*
Sat 22 May, 3-5pm
Nixon Park, Oxley
Come and make your own lantern.
You'll be amazed at how beautiful and effective the lantern looks and how easy it is to create. To
book visit Bazil Grumble.
GOLD
Swiss
Ball Pilates*
Mondays from 10 May, 9:30-10:30am
Chelmer Community Centre
BYO swiss ball, small dumbbells and non-slip socks
To book phone Jen on 0410 010 316
Dancing
Rhythms*
Mondays from 10 May, 1:30-2:30pm
Sherwood Neighbourhood Centre
To book phone the Centre on 3379 6963
Tai
Chi for Health
Wednesdays, 8:30-9:30am
Meet near the Somerville House Sports
and Aquatic Centre
John Walker Place, Yeronga
Phone Chunmei on 0438 802 018 for more info
Aqua
Yoga
Thursdays, 11am-12pm
$ pool entry
Dunlop Park Memorial Pool, Corinda
Phone Nichola on 0406 574 454 for more info
Lawn
Bowls for the Young and Young at Heart*
Wed 14, Thu 15 and Fri 16 Apr, 9:30am-11am
Graceville Bowls Club, Graceville
Come and learn to play Lawn Bowls, one of the few sports where
grandparents and young people can play together. This is a GOLD'n'Kids event suitable for seniors and
children 12 years and over. To book phone David on 0407 894 727.
Kids
Passport Adventure*
Thu 15 Apr, 1:30-3:30pm
Simpsons Playground, Graceville
Come and join in the fun of a guided walk by the beautiful Brisbane River at Graceville. Every family
who comes along will receive a River Passport with a list of key features to find including scenery and
animals. Your family will work together as a team to find all the special locations, then get them stamped
in your passport. This is a GOLD'n'Kids event suitable for seniors and children 4 years and over. To book
visit Bazil Grumble.
Beginning
Lawn Bowls
Fri 23 and 30 Apr, 2:30-4pm
Graceville Bowls Club, Graceville
Come and try the fun and social sport of lawn bowls in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. This is a GOLD
event suitable for seniors. For more information phone David on 0407 894 727.
Create
a Magic Owl*
Tue 11 May, 9:30am-12:30pm
Sherwood Neighbourhood Centre
Come
and create a magic owl piece, using tissue paper and acrylic paints. To book phone the Centre on
3379 6963.
National
Sorry Day Ceremony
Wed 26 Mar, 7-10am
Sherwood Arboretum
National Sorry
Day is a significant day to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. This day is significant because
it provides opportunities for the general community to acknowledge the historical and cultural impacts
of forcible removal policies and to honour the Stolen Generations. Ceremonies are commemorated nationally
with thousands of Australians from all walks of life participating in memorial services, commemorative
meetings, survival celebrations and community gatherings.
Sherwood Neighbourhood Centre
38 Thallon St, Sherwood
3379 6963
English Classes
Beginners to advanced
9:30-11:30am, Mondays
Cost $3
SEALS
Seniors group
1-3pm, Tuesdays
Cost
$3
Clutter Group
Meet every 2nd Wednesday of the month
Contact David 0400 903 663
Western Suburbs Clayworkers
Tuesdays
and Wednesdays, 10am
Contact Gai on 0411 090 370
Grumpy Old
Men's Group
Thursdays, 10am-12pm
Budget Planning and Assistance
Thursdays - Contact Centre for more info
Mudlarks Pottery Club
11:30am, Fridays
Basic pottery skills required
Contact Muriel on 3379 8539
Yeronga Community Centre
Support Hours 9-11:30am,
Monday-Friday
Phone Hours 8:30am-1pm, Monday-Friday
3848 2285 -- 26 Shottery St, Yeronga
Bread basket, computer hub, free wifi, phone, photocopying and printing,
information, support and refferral, Commissioner of Declarations (by appointment).
Monday
Seniors Group - 9:30-11:30am
Tuesday
Spanish Speaking Craft Group - 10am-12:30pm
Wednesday
Community Breakfast - 8-9am
Computer Access and Assistance - 9:30-11:30am
Thursday
Art Group - 9am-12pm
Friday
Upcycling Sessions with ReThink - 10am-12pm
Saturday
ReThink Info Hub and Store - 9am-12pm
Graceville
Social Soccer
Friday mornings from 6am to 7am
Graceville Memorial Oval
Players
of all standards welcome for an easy going kick around (no hard tackles!).
Contact Paul if you would
like more information: 0414 228 736
Sherwood
Forest Runners
Saturday Mornings, 6:45am for a 7am start
Sherwood Forest Park,
Jolimont St, Sherwood
Runners of all ages compete in either 2, 4 or 6km events.
Nature Babes
9:30am - 11:30am
Wednesdays
0-5yrs Playgroup
Benarrawa CDA, 79 Waratah Ave, Graceville
Ph: 3379 9925
Oxley Men's Shed
18 California Rd, Oxley
Monday: 8-11:30am
Tuesday: 8-11:30am
Thursday: 8-11:30am
Saturday: 8-11:30am
Chelmer Speakers Group
Learn to speak in public and enjoy it
Sherwood AFL Club
41 Chelmer Street East, Chelmer
Sherwood Senior Citizens' Club
9am-12pm Every
Thursday
Uniting Church Hall, Cnr Sherwood Rd and Thallon St, Sherwood
Morning tea at 9am
followed by group meeting and activities
Phone Margaret on 0407 075 446 for more info
Rotary Club of Brisbane Taylor Bridge
Tuesdays 6.45pm for 7pm
Sherwood-Indooroopilly RSL Sub-Branch Building
2 Clewley St, Corinda
Ph: 0434921300 for more info
Chelmer and District Probus
Club
9:30 for 10am, every 4th Tuesday of month
Croll Memorial Precinct, (opposite
Sherwood Services Club)
2 Clewley St, Corinda
Phone Kathy on 0408 735 823 for more info
Sherwood
Probus Club
Every 3rd Friday of month
Magpies AFL Club
Chelmer St E, Chelmer
Phone Pat on 3372 7525 for more info
Oxley
Creek Common Carers
Tuesdays 7-9am
Volunteer weeding group
Meet at the
red shed
Sherwood Rd, Rocklea
Phone Mary on 0429 911 555
Gardening Club
10am every second Tuesday
Acacia Ridge Community Centre
Sherwood
Arboretum Working Bee
8am - 10am every third Sunday of the month
Joseph Street
Garden Shed, Sherwood
Graceville Community Garden
Sundays 7am
Benarrawa Community Centre
79 Waratah Ave, Graceville
Ph: 3379 9925
Annerley
Stephens History Group
Meets first Monday of the month from 6.30pm
For more info
contact Dennis on 0408 001 362 or email
annerleystephenshistorygroupin@gmail.com
Stephens Croquet Club
Play
days Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday
Yeronga Memorial Park
Access via Frederick St,
Yeronga
For more info call 0439 714 312
Yeronga Friendship
Club
Every third Monday
Activities and outings for over 50's.
Yeronga RSL
391 Fairfield Rd, Yeronga
Ph: 3278 5720
Yeronga
Men's Shed
9am-12pm Monday and Wednesday
Yeronga Uniting Church
Kingsley
Pde, Yeronga
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