Community Events Noticeboard
Discover church and not-for-profit community events from across Brisbane.
Brisbane Scavenger Hunt: Brisbane’s Perfect Recipe
You may have wondered, what’s Brisbane’s secret recipe for creating such an amazing city? Come with us and find out! Download the Let’s Roam scavenger hunt app and start exploring today! Tourist, local, or new to town, this is a lively small group activity that anyone can enjoy. Lace-up your walking shoes and get ready to experience the city like you never have before. Snap pics, race against the clock, and put your navigation skills to the test as you wander at your own pace. No reservations, no tour guides, and fun for all ages.
Community
DivorceCare Course
Been separated or divorced? DivorceCare is a safe place where caring people come alongside you as you find healing for the pain of separation or divorce. At this 13 week video-based support group program, you’ll find helpful counsel to manage the emotional turmoil and practical tools for decision making.
No-one needs to go though the pain of separation and divorce alone, DivorceCare provides an opportunity for people to connect and support each other through the process and move forward with their healing.
Support Group
DivorceCare Course
Been separated or divorced? DivorceCare is a safe place where caring people come alongside you as you find healing for the pain of separation or divorce. At this 13 week video-based support group program, you’ll find helpful counsel to manage the emotional turmoil and practical tools for decision making.
No-one needs to go though the pain of separation and divorce alone, DivorceCare provides an opportunity for people to connect and support each other through the process and move forward with their healing.
Support Group
Online Art Competition for people living with disability
Feros Care is a people care not for profit organisation and we are running a FREE online art competition and virtual exhibition for people living with disability with the theme “Behind the Mask”.
The aim of the competition is to give a voice to people living with disability to express their fears and their dreams through art.
The competition will have prizes to the value of $750 for the following categories, Youth Award (under 16), Best Overall Award and People’s Choice Award.
The website address is www.feroscare.com.au/artcompetition for more information.
Happy Club: Adult Play Research
Who wants to play more? Volunteers wanted for research project – Happy Club – investigating the effects of adult play on happiness and wellbeing.
Happy Club is a free ten-week facilitated play program for adults commencing 23rd April at USC Southbank campus. Happy Club is aimed at returning the art of play to adults to improve their well-being.
Groups will consist of 5 – 15 people who are wanting to have good clean fun playing all sorts of games for 75 – 90 minutes for the sake of science.
For more information go to Facebook page Happy Club Australia or email rosemary.colston@research.usc.edu.au.
Health
Engage – Combined Church Worship and Ministry Event in Vmax
Engage is a ministry that hosts events and services providing opportunities for local Churches, Christians and those exploring faith, to unite in large venues. We gather for worship with a live band, the word, and ministry, encountering Jesus, His presence, power and healing touch. God’s tangible presence and physical healing are often encountered in an Engage event.
No matter the stage of your journey in faith, you’re most welcome to attend!
Jesse Cross, the founder of Engage will be speaking alongside a team of volunteer musicians from local churches leading worship.
Tickets are free with a request for a small cover cost donation at the time of booking as a contribution towards the venue and equipment hire costs.
Seats are limited, booking is essential! Reserve your tickets via the Engage website.
Fast Facts:
– Free Parking at venue after 5:30pm
– Enjoy dinner prior at nearby restaurants
– Wheelchair access is available
– Air-Conditioned
– Open to all Churches
– Doors open for seating at 6:45pm
This event is scheduled to conclude at 9:00pm with overflow time allowed if required for extended ministry.
We believe that Jesus heals the sick, mends the broken hearted, brings deliverance, freedom and salvation. We can’t wait to see what Jesus does in your life at this incredible event as our region gathers together for a unified night of word, worship, ministry and encounter!
Red Ride
A scenic ride with a purpose.
Now more than ever, it is important to encourage communities and individuals to speak out against violence and abuse.
What we saw in 2020 is people feeling isolated, children disconnected, families thrown into uncertainty, businesses folding, and unemployment drastically rise. With domestic violence already effecting our communities, risk factors like this saw an increase to the impact of the safety and wellbeing of children and families.
Within our communities, we all have a responsibility to shine a light on abuse, violence and controlling behaviours – to not normalise it or put it down to stress.
Out of this, the idea of “Red Ride” was started and Rotary Caboolture and MBRIT were fast to jump on board.
What has been created is an opportunity for the Moreton Bay and wider community to stand up and say domestic violence is not welcome here. If you are experiencing domestic violence you are not alone and each one of us here are going to play our part to make sure our families feel safe.
On the first weekend in May we will see Moreton Bay’s scenic roads play host to thousands of bikes dressed in red to send an important message and raise much needed money.
This is an event that has brought together Government, local groups, social support agencies, the business community and individuals for a common purpose.
Join with us on this day to play your part.
Community
ART & CRAFT FESTIVAL 2021
JC Family’s ART & CRAFT FESTIVAL 2021 – You are invited to our annual fundraiser for Local School Chaplains, a morning full of entertainment, creativity and great bargains. With FREE Admission, it’s a great family event with a good cause.
Local musicians will be performing, as well as dance performances from the FAD Cheer & Dance Studio starting at 10:30am.
See local artists, including Margaret Kirman & Frogs Hollow Studio, Evelyn Locke, Southside Spinners & Weavers and the Quilting Queens.
Fun for all with face painting, sausage sizzle and great coffee from the JC Café. Browse the JC Opshop for clothes, manchester, toys, books and more.
If you would like to book a stall for $15 call Tracy on 0432 520 184, or email at arts@jcfamily.com.au
Hope to see you there!!!
Arts & Crafts
Eagles Wings Trivia Night
Eagles Wings is an orphanage in Ndola, Zambia and gets nor government funding so a few churches in Brisbane and around Australia fund raise for the school.
This event is an annual event held at Bracken Ridge Baptist Church and it is a family friendly event with children trivia questions throughout the evening.
Drinks and snacks will be provided. Apply online.
Trivia
Transcendence
A young girl devastated after the death of her sister is visited by a mystical being that takes her on a journey in the astral planes of the ‘afterlife’. Through each plane she meets with the ‘dead’ and learns not to fear death. This journey opens up her understanding of the universe and the human experience. Transcendence is based on the book A Soul’s Journey by Peter Richelieu. Music by Bach played live by Sally-Ann Djachenko
Choreography by Emrys Goldsworthy
Music by Johann Sebastian Bach
Concert
Gatton Village Markets
Gatton Village Markets are held on the first Sunday of the month from 7am to 12 noon in the Lake Apex Precinct. 70+ stalls. All hand made or hand grown products. Live music. Great Coffee. Food. Multicultural and community stalls.
Skate park, off-leash dog park and Historical Museum all in walking distance from the markets. Follow Gatton Village Markets on Facebook for more information.
Market
Boonah Freedom Climb – 20 k’s in 20 days
2021 brings us to our 7th year of The Boonah Freedom Climb. We are raising valuable funds that make a difference in the lives of women and children who are at risk of human trafficking, exploitation and modern-day slavery. All proceeds raised go to Project Freedom in Cambodia.
Boonah Freedom Climb – 20 k’s in 20 days is a VIRTUAL challenge. You can choose whether you run, walk, cycle, hike or swim (the list is endless) your 20 k’s over the 20 days from May 3rd to May 22nd, 2021. You could even mix it up and do something different each day! Get your creative hats on! If 20 k’s in 20 days isn’t enough of a challenge for you, why don’t you do 20k’s every day for 20 days!
Fundraiser
Adults with Type 2 Diabetes: Join a New Web-Based Program
The T2Diet Study is a new online 16-week program, designed to support adults with type 2 diabetes to improve blood sugar levels and health.
We’re seeking adults between 40-89 years, with non-insulin dependent type 2 diabetes and a recent HbA1c test equal to or above 7.0%, to join the study.
The cost to participate is free.
The program is provided to you online so you can enjoy it from home, so please get involved in this new important research.
For full study info, visit: https://T2DietStudy.com.au/details
*This study has received Deakin University ethics approval (reference number: 2020-349).
Health
Embroidery on Card Eco Art Workshop
Bring mum along to our Mother’s Day weekend special event, Embroidery on Card eco art workshop. We’ll guide you through simple and beautiful embroidery techniques that will breathe a fresh and funky life into old photos, cards or calendars.
We’ll provide all the materials for this workshop but we encourage you to bring along images or photos on card that may mean something special to you and your family.
If you bring along your own images, we recommend a paper weight of about 300 gsm (i.e. thickness of sketch paper, photography paper or the cover of an old calendar).
What we’ll provide:
Tools
Materials
A frame for your artwork
Light morning tea (inc. tea & coffee)
What to bring:
Card, photos or paper you’d like to embroider
$40 per person. Bookings on-line only. This workshop is suitable for ages 13+ and adults
Mother's Day
The American Dream
Featuring classics from some of America’s most famous composers, MBSO is proud to present ‘The American Dream’. This concert is sure to make anyone feel patriotic! Join us live at the Clontarf Beach State High School Hall on Saturday 8th of May, 2021 @ 2pm.
MBSO is a friendly community orchestra located in Clontarf, Moreton Bay, that plays a selection of classical and contemporary music. MBSO is made up of three main ensembles: MBSO, the Youth Symphony and Junior Strings.
Sharing a love of music with the Moreton Bay Community!
Tickets must be purchased online prior to the concert date due to COVID-19 regulations by visiting:
www.trybooking.com/BPSJC
For more information visit:
www.mbso.org.au
enquiries@mbso.org.au
MBSO President Eve Brown – 0409 569 348
Clontarf Beach State High School Hall, Clontarf. Entry on Isobel Street (opposite Weaber street).
Concert
Olde English Fair comes to Birkdale
Hear Ye! Hear Ye! The Anglican Parish of Waterloo Bay will hold its annual Olde English Fair on the 15th May 2021, from 8am – 3pm at St George’s Church, Cnr Thorne Rd & Victor St.
Attractions include demonstrations and entertainment from the Companie of Knights Bachelor with their re-enactment of the crusaders from the holy land, the Prima Spada School of Fencing, Belswagger Morris Dancers, Redlands Spinners and Weavers, English Country dancers, Gypsy dancing from Ruby Phoenix and, Choral performances from fabulous Redland City and Birkdale State School Choirs.
The jesters court will be filled with fun activities for the young and young at heart including Puppetrix Punch and Judy show, Lob-a-Choc, Shove Ha’penny a Bouncy Castle, fairy floss and much more.
Lots of stalls to browse including books, plants, toys, second hand treasures, craft, cake, sweets, men’s shed, second hand rose clothing, jams, pickles, relishes – all pantry pleasers.
Come and enjoy delicious food inc Devonshire Teas & a BBQ lunch. For more information contact our office on 3822 1110, visit www.oldeenglishfair-birkdale.net or our www.facebook.com/APWBOldeEnglishFair/ page.
Hope to see you there!
Fair
Camp Widow Australia
The first ever Camp Widow® Australia will take place in Brisbane at the Stamford Plaza on the weekend of Saturday 15 and Sunday 16 May, 2021.
Camp Widow® is an incredibly unique experience for widowed men and women, having been described as combination between a conference and a retreat. It focusses on providing practical tools, valuable resources and peer-based encouragement for rebuilding your life in the aftermath of the death of a spouse or partner – all in a positive, uplifting atmosphere.
This inclusive, secular event is led and facilitated by widowed people, for widowed people.
Camp
Wesley LifeForce free suicide prevention training – Chermside
Free suicide prevention training workshop for community members.
Suicide Prevention training can make a real difference and save lives. This half-day training workshop run by Wesley LifeForce, will show you how to identify the signs that someone may be at risk of suicide and provide you with the knowledge and skills to support them to take action and seek help.
Register here for the workshop: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/wesley-lifeforce-suicide-prevention-workshop-bnphn-chermside-qld-tickets-138715063489
If this has raised any issues for you and you are in need of support, please call Lifeline on 13 11 14.
Mental Health and Wellbeing
Celebration of Volunteers
Volunteers are the backbone of a strong and resilient community like ours. They freely give their time, energy, skills and experience and passion to support their local community. Let’s get together and show how grateful we are of their contributions and also give them the thanks they truly deserve!
To celebrate National Volunteer Week 2021 come along to:
– enjoy a host of family friendly activities including laser display, live entertainment, food – stalls and kids rides.
– cheer on the winners of the Volunteer of the Year Awards 2020-21
– join the ever growing community of volunteers. Explore the best volunteering opportunities in your local area
– free entry.
Have a fun afternoon with your family and make some new friends!
Community organisations are invited to register interest for hosting stalls at the event to promote their services and recruit volunteers.
Contact tfoley@starct.org.au for more info.
Community
Herb Awareness Fair
Join us for this family free day out all about herbs! We will have experts to help you with growing, cooking and using herbs medicinally. Huge range of herbs and herb related products for sale. Guest speakers will be Aunty Dale Chapman talking about Bush Foods and Brisbane garden guru Kate Wall talking about Wild Herbs of the Burbs (ie weeds you can eat!).
Cafe Sage will have the usually delicious herby food available. There will be how to demonstrations and music to keep you entertained. Join the Qld Herb Society and spend the day immersed in the wonderful world of herbs!
Garden
DigiMarCon Asia Pacific 2021 – Digital Marketing, Media and Advertising Conference
DigiMarCon Asia Pacific 2021 is your chance to …
– Hear from some of the most audacious and thought provoking speakers in the digital marketing, media and advertising industry.
– Gain insight into emerging strategies, the latest innovative technologies, and best practices to move your business to the next level.
– Network with thought leaders, collaborate with your peers and build your professional network.
The 6th annual DigiMarCon Asia Pacific, the Premier Virtual Digital Marketing, Media and Advertising Conference in Asia Pacific will be held September 15th to 16th, 2021, available live stream and on-demand. Join your peers online for 2-days jam packed with digital marketing best practices, latest trends, practical solutions, strategy and networking.
Immerse yourself in topics like digital strategy, programmatic advertising, web experience management, usability / design, mobile marketing & retargeting, customer engagement, user acquisition, social media marketing, targeting & optimization, video marketing, data science & big data, web analytics & A/B testing, email marketing, content marketing, conversion rate optimization, search engine optimization, paid search marketing, geo-targeting, predictive analysis & attribution, growth hacking, conversion rate optimization, growth marketing tools, marketing & sales automation, sustainable growth strategies, product marketing & UX / UI and much, much more!
At DigiMarCon Asia Pacific 2021, you will receive all the elements you need to achieve digital marketing success! Conventional thought will be challenged, new ways of thinking will emerge, and you will leave with your head, notebooks and professional toolkit full of action items and ideas to lead and supercharge your agency / team / account to even greater success.
Be a part of DigiMarCon Asia Pacific 2021 and discover how to thrive and succeed as a marketer in a rapidly evolving digital world.
See why people keep coming back year after year to this must-attend event! Register and secure your seat today.
For more details visit https://digimarconapac.com.
Conference