September 20 – Grandparents Support Group
The grandparent group would offer you understanding, friendship and shared
knowledge and experiences. As a grandparent going back to full-time parenting regardless of the child’s age, you are in a situation you may not have expected to be in at this stage of your life, come to meet and join others in our community who are also doing this. 10.30am at S & AJ 23b Clarke St, Young
September 21 – Take 5 on Friday
Some of the best music ever written came from Hollywood blockbuster movies and Liz Boland and her flute ensemble have been practising their favourites for another performance for Take Five on Friday at Young Library. This Young Regional School of Music tutor and students are highly skilled and have won acclaim with the Take Five audience. Bring along your lunch and relax listening to music. Young Library. 12.30pm.
September 22 – Art Exhibition
Opening of “Scenes From An Ordinary Life” exhibition by Wendy Hart and Candice Bianchini. Entry is free. 11am. Young Visitors Centre.
September 22 – CWA SPRING FAIR
9am to 2pm at the CWA rooms, Lovell St Young. Morning tea provided by CWA members. BBQ lunch provided by Young Army Cadets. Raffle prize made and donated by the Young Men’s Shed. Head shave and colour of some CWA members to raise money for Young CANASSIST. Collection point of non-perishable food including dog food, toiletries, nappies etc for farmers affected by drought. Stalls including: CWA Cottage Craft Shop, Bric a brac
September 22 – Boorowa Rotary Makers and Growers Markets
You will find food, craft and products grown, made and prepared by local people. The Old Court House grounds in Marsden Street.
September 22 – Organ Centenary Concert at the Ross Memorial (Uniting) Church
Commencing 2.00 pm. Three professional organists (Sydney, Crookwell and Canberra) plus the Hilltops Choir will provide a wonderful varied concert mirroring the first organ concert just over one hundred years ago. A special keepsake program will be provided. Entry by donation (to assist the Organ Maintenance Fund). Afternoon Tea included. Enquiries: 0423 090 912.
September 24 – Al-Anon
A fellowship of relatives and friends of alcoholics who share common problems. Meeting at the CWA rooms every Monday night from 6.30pm-8pm. Contact 0487762126 for more information.
September 27 – Cherry Blossom Garden Club Plant Stall
The Cherry Blossom Garden Club will be holding a plant stall on Thursday 27th September outside Westpac Bank, starting from 8.00am. We will be donating the proceeds to the Young Motor Neurone Disease (MND) fundraiser. There will be a variety of plants for sale, and if any members of the public would like to donate a plant for us to sell, it would help us have a successful day.
September 27 – Author Visit: Jessica Grace
Model and author, Jessica Grace, will be at Young Library to launch her book, “Exposing the Life Thief”. Supper will be provided.
September 28 – Take 5 on Friday
Free entertainment each Friday with a special guest artist.
Bring along your lunch and relax listening to music. Young Library. 12.30pm.
September 29 – Bribbaree Annual Show
Come and experience an authentic country show at Bribbaree Showground near Young. Bribbaree’s annual show includes a range of activities such as horse events, pavilion exhibits, Dogs NSW show, Yard Dog trials, side shows, and food and produce stalls. The show will give attendees an insight into a range of country pursuits. For more information: http://www.bribbareeshow.com/
September 29 – Riverside Markets
The Riverside Markets is a showcase of local talent with an emphasis on homemade products and good. The markets run from 9am to 2pm outside of the Long Track Pantry and will prove to be a great day to get out of the house and head into Jugiong to grab yourself a treat!
September 29 – Let’s Give It To The Farmers
Come and show your support for our Aussie Farmers in need and have a great family day out, or even stay the weekend. Buddy Goode is coming to hang out, amazing raffle prizes, music, food, jumping castles, mechanical bull, sumo suits, velcro wall, face painting and more. 3pm to 8pm, Jugiong Showground.
October 2 – Dementia Advisory Service
This is an opportunity for carers, family members and people living with dementia to pop in, meet your dementia advisor and receive support and information about dementia in a supported environment. Pop in between 2 – 3.30pm at the Hennessy Recreational Therapy Mercy Care Centre, Young.
October 3 – Young Garden Club Monthly Meeting
Held on the first Wednesday of each month at 7pm at the Catherine McAuley Centre, Southern Cross Village, Demondrille Street, Young. There is a trade table, raffle and garden talks at each meeting followed by supper. All welcome. For more information contact 02 6382 5510.
October 6 – Young & Region Farmers Markets
Young & Region Farmers Markets 9am until 12pm at Anderson Park near the former railway station (Young Visitor Information Centre). BBQ and coffee available. Buy fresh straight from the producers. Local fruit, vegetables, plants, wine, honey, goats milk products and baked goods all on sale. For updates on the markets follow them on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/youngandregionfarmersmarket
October 6 – Burrangong Picnic Races
Saturday October 6th the Burrangong Race Club will host their annual race day. There will be 6 races on the day, the first one commencing at 1:15pm. Fashions on the Field is also back with some great categories and prizes which covers every age and style. Categories include: Best Dressed Child, Best Dressed Gentleman, Miss Burrangong, Most Outstanding Millinery and Lady of the Day. A jumping castle and an ice-cream van will also be there on the day for the kids to enjoy. For more information visit the Burrangong Race Club Facebook and Instagram Pages as well as the Racing NSW website. Contact Club President Tom Wills on 0400 397 405.
October 6-7 – Michael Diamond Coaching Clinic
The Boorowa Gun Club will be hosting a coaching clinic run by two time Olympic Gold medallist Michael Diamond. The Clinic will be held over two days weekend of 6th & 7th October at the Club on the Ballyryan Rd. Places are limited to the first twelve adults to make payment and the first 8 juniors to return the completed booking form. Adults $300 – juniors free. Maximum number of participants limited to 20 people.Enquiries: Rex Murphy 0428 853 504 or Eddie Cummings 0402 485 554
October 13 – Harden Kite Festival
• Free kids’ activity alley
• Exciting cultural performances
• $10 all day rides pass
• Markets & ‘foods of the world’
• Entry by donation
October 15-18 – Mobile Blood Donor Visiting Centre
255 Boorowa Street, Young
October 20 – Young & Region Farmers Markets
Young & Region Farmers Markets 9am until 12pm at Anderson Park near the former railway station (Young Visitor Information Centre). BBQ and coffee available. Buy fresh straight from the producers. Local fruit, vegetables, plants, wine, honey, goats milk products and baked goods all on sale. For updates on the markets follow them on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/youngandregionfarmersmarket
October 20 – Boorowa Landcare Annual General Meeting
Guest speaker Matt Doyle on Regenerative Agriculture in the USA. 6-9pm. Boorowa Ex-Services Club. $20 per person, pay at the door, includes set 2 course dinner. Please advise any dietary requirements on reply. RSVP by Monday 22nd October 2018 to Linda Cavanagh landcare@boorowa.net 6385 1018 or 0459 681 018
October 24 – Author Talk – Dear Mum in Heaven
2-3.15pm at the Young Library.
October 27 – Maimuru Spring Fair
The annual Maimuru spring fair is a great day out for all ages with great food and coffee. A variety of local and regional market stalls, jumping castles, face painting and much more. This year they are also part of the garage sale trail. Relax and enjoy the beautiful surrounds and the easy listening music of Mark Corkery.
October 27 – M&D 60th Anniversary & Reunion
The Boorowa M&D Society will be holding a Reunion Luncheon to be held on Saturday 27 October where members, former members and interested members of the community will be invited to attend. The organising Committee is looking for as much information as possible in regard to contact details of former members. If anyone can assist please contact
Derrick Mason -: tel: 63 853 213 email derrickmason@bigpond.com or
Lorna Spackman – tel: 63 853 736 email: csp91675@bigpond.net.au
Proceeds will go towards the Boorowa District Hospital.
October 27 – Boorowa Rotary Makers and Growers Markets
You will find food, craft and products grown, made and prepared by local people. The Old Court House grounds in Marsden Street.
November 3 – Young & Region Farmers Markets
Young & Region Farmers Markets 9am until 12pm at Anderson Park near the former railway station (Young Visitor Information Centre). BBQ and coffee available. Buy fresh straight from the producers. Local fruit, vegetables, plants, wine, honey, goats milk products and baked goods all on sale. For updates on the markets follow them on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/youngandregionfarmersmarket
November 6 – Dementia Advisory Service
This is an opportunity for carers, family members and people living with dementia to pop in, meet your dementia advisor and receive support and information about dementia in a supported environment. Pop in between 2 – 3.30pm at the Hennessy Recreational Therapy Mercy Care Centre, Young.
November 7 – Young Garden Club Monthly Meeting
Held on the first Wednesday of each month at 7pm at the Catherine McAuley Centre, Southern Cross Village, Demondrille Street, Young
November 11 – Murringo Village Market
The Murringo Village Market is conducted twice yearly and offers a large range of stalls selling a variety of goods. You’ll find crafts, plants, cooking, a jumping castle, coffee van, delicious barbeque and entertainment provided by the Cherry Capital Country Music Association. For more information: http://www.visithilltopsregion.com.au
November 11
The Bluntside Skatepark Series 2018 is presenting a fun and well-organized skateboarding contest in NSW.This is an opportunity for all Skateboarders of all skill levels to show off their talent on a contest platform. 10am-2pm. Young Skatepark, Marina St.How to join?Visit https://australianskateboarding.com/events/categories/bluntside/
November 12-15 – Mobile Blood Donor Visiting Centre
255 Boorowa Street, Young
November 17 – Young & Region Farmers Markets
Young & Region Farmers Markets 9am until 12pm at Anderson Park near the former railway station (Young Visitor Information Centre). BBQ and coffee available. Buy fresh straight from the producers. Local fruit, vegetables, plants, wine, honey, goats milk products and baked goods all on sale. For updates on the markets follow them on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/youngandregionfarmersmarket
November 18 – The Cherry Chase: Chase the Colour
The Cherry Chase: Chase the Colour is a community event organised by the Youth Council and Young PCYC. The Cherry Chase has a five kilometre and 10 kilometre option and the Colour Run is 4.5 kilometres. This is going to be one bright, sweaty community event that you don’t want to miss. You can run, walk or volunteer or simply come along and spectate. They will have markets, a community barbecue and entertainment by local musicians. For more information: http://cherrychase.com.au/
November 24 – Boorowa Rotary Makers and Growers Markets
You will find food, craft and products grown, made and prepared by local people. The Old Court House grounds in Marsden Street.
December 4 – Dementia Advisory Service
This is an opportunity for carers, family members and people living with dementia to pop in, meet your dementia advisor and receive support and information about dementia in a supported environment. Pop in between 2 – 3.30pm at the Hennessy Recreational Therapy Mercy Care Centre, Young.
December 5 – Young Garden Club Monthly Meeting
Held on the first Wednesday of each month at 7pm at the Catherine McAuley Centre, Southern Cross Village, Demondrille Street, Young
December 9 – Allied Grain System Two Person Ambrose
Allied Grain System Two Person Ambrose starting at 11am at the golf Club is the Shot Gun start. There is a barbecue throughout the whole day for everyone to enjoy.
December 17-20 – Mobile Blood Donor Visiting Centre
255 Boorowa Street, Young
December 22 – Boorowa Rotary Makers and Growers Markets
You will find food, craft and products grown, made and prepared by local people. The Old Court House grounds in Marsden Street.
