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Foster Care online information session – Family Spirit
Family Spirit is looking for compassionate people who can provide security and comfort to children in need. To learn more about becoming a foster carer, register for an online information session via the link or by calling CCareline on the number below.
Community
CMS Mission Up Close November (ONLINE)
Grow your heart for God’s mission through Mission Up Close – online in November!
This month we will be joined by CMS missionaries Alan and Helen Wood, who served with CMS in Indonesia. During their time on location, Alan was the Vicar of All Saints Anglican Church in Jakarta, and Helen was involved in preaching, discipleship and women’s ministry.
Mission Up Close will be streamed on Facebook and will include a live question time. Why not invite someone to watch with you?
Faith
Lifeline $2 Book Clearance Sale – All Weekend – Killara
Lifeline’s famous $2 Book Clearance Sale is on again at Beaumont Road Public School in Killara for one weekend only.
Choose from more than 35,000 good-quality pre-loved books – fiction, history, art, memoir, thrillers, romance, classics, cookery, craft, travel, languages, text books, and a huge selection of children’s and young adult reading. DVDs, CDs, vinyls and computer games also for sale.
All proceeds go towards Lifeline’s crisis support and suicide prevention services.
[PLEASE CHECK CURRENT NSW COVID-19 REGULATIONS ON THE DAY.]
Fundraiser
Charity Market for a good cause – Lindfield
Market day with all proceeds supporting families in crisis &/or homeless, thru the Lindara Families Program.
All donated pre-loved household stuff is in good condition. $2 books, DVDs, jewellery, kitchenware, linen, furniture and a ton of random items. Something for everyone!
[PLEASE CHECK CURRENT NSW COVID-19 REGULATIONS ON THE DAY.]
Fundraiser
THOMIAN CAROL SERVICE 2020 – ONLINE
The Thomian Carol Service is a much-anticipated event now in its 12th year. This year due to challenges of COVID-19 we have moved the presentation an online platform on YouTube.
Thomian Alumni fraternity together with the Sri Lankan community in Sydney will gather online to usher in the Advent season celebrating the Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols.
The Carols and Lessons in this presentation are taken from Thomian Carol Services of 2016, 2018 and 2019.
Christmas
SMBC Zoom Info Evening
Grow your knowledge and love of God by studying New Testament, Old Testament, theology, church history, ethics, missions, preaching and pastoral care at SMBC. You can study on-campus or off-campus (online), day or evening, full-time or part-time.
This Zoom Info Evening is an opportunity to learn about your study options, meet lecturers and ask your questions – all from the comfort of home, wherever you are! There’ll be a short presentation, time for Q&A, and the opportunity to chat with lecturers.
You will need to register (for free, via the event website) so you can receive the Zoom meeting link.
Faith
SOFIA’S BATTLE PRESENTS CHRISTMAS LIGHTS Display – Castle Hill
This event is to raise funds and awareness for HEARTKIDS NSW and 22Q FOUNDATION AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND through Sofia’s Battle.
With over 20,000 lights you will be wowed by this display. It has been going for 8 years and every year is different and doesn’t disappoint. You will also be able to purchase lucky dips, sausage sizzle, cold drinks, raffle tickets with wonderful prizes donated while you’re there.
Covid measures are in place so unfortunately there will be no interactive displays as previous years, but still heaps to see.
[PLEASE CHECK CURRENT NSW COVID-19 REGULATIONS ON THE DAY.]
Christmas
FREE CAP Money Course LIVE ONLINE
Offered LIVE ONLINE over three Tuesday evenings, this course is suitable for anyone wanting to improve their financial situation and manage their money better.
The free CAP Money Course covers how to create a budget the easy way and then put it on auto-pilot, strategies for improving your budget bottom line, the benefits of using cash, how to save for irregular spending and larger items and how to deal with debt.
The course is facilitated by experienced money coaches and each participant receives a free 50-page colour workbook. Learn how to budget, save and spend well through the CAP Money Course. Please visit the web site or email us for more information about registration.
Community
The Bridge Gap Year Zoom Info Evening
The Bridge is SMBC’s Bible-centred, missions-focussed gap year for 18 to 21 year olds. It aims to give a real taste of global mission and the needs of the world. It’s a year to reflect and explore life, to have adventure and fun – and to experience the opportunity to make a difference in your life, and the lives of others.
This Zoom Info Evening is an opportunity to learn about The Bridge gap year program, meet the team and ask your questions – all from the comfort of home, wherever you are! There’ll be a short presentation and time for Q&A.
You will need to register (for free, via the event website) so you can receive the Zoom meeting link.
Faith
SOFIA’S BATTLE PRESENTS CHRISTMAS LIGHTS Display – Castle Hill
This event is to raise funds and awareness for HEARTKIDS NSW and 22Q FOUNDATION AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND through Sofia’s Battle.
With over 20,000 lights you will be wowed by this display. It has been going for 8 years and every year is different and doesn’t disappoint. You will also be able to purchase lucky dips, sausage sizzle, cold drinks, raffle tickets with wonderful prizes donated while you’re there.
Covid measures are in place so unfortunately there will be no interactive displays as previous years, but still heaps to see.
[PLEASE CHECK CURRENT NSW COVID-19 REGULATIONS ON THE DAY.]
Christmas
Macquarie Singers FREE Virtual Singing Workshop – Zoom
Macquarie Singers is hosting a FREE singing workshop – the second in our series for 2020 and we’d love you to attend. You can join in with a simple link to Zoom – the link will be provided a few days before the event, once you have registered.
Lift your voices in some rousing Christmas music under the friendly and welcoming direction of Dr Sarah Penicka-Smith. Experienced and non experienced singers will get tips on voice production, focussed on achieving a lovely, full, harmonious and free sound.
Please register at the website below.
Music
SOFIA’S BATTLE PRESENTS CHRISTMAS LIGHTS Display – Castle Hill
This event is to raise funds and awareness for HEARTKIDS NSW and 22Q FOUNDATION AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND through Sofia’s Battle.
With over 20,000 lights you will be wowed by this display. It has been going for 8 years and every year is different and doesn’t disappoint. You will also be able to purchase lucky dips, sausage sizzle, cold drinks, raffle tickets with wonderful prizes donated while you’re there.
Covid measures are in place so unfortunately there will be no interactive displays as previous years, but still heaps to see.
[PLEASE CHECK CURRENT NSW COVID-19 REGULATIONS ON THE DAY.]
Christmas
SOFIA’S BATTLE PRESENTS CHRISTMAS LIGHTS Display – Castle Hill
This event is to raise funds and awareness for HEARTKIDS NSW and 22Q FOUNDATION AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND through Sofia’s Battle.
With over 20,000 lights you will be wowed by this display. It has been going for 8 years and every year is different and doesn’t disappoint. You will also be able to purchase lucky dips, sausage sizzle, cold drinks, raffle tickets with wonderful prizes donated while you’re there.
Covid measures are in place so unfortunately there will be no interactive displays as previous years, but still heaps to see.
[PLEASE CHECK CURRENT NSW COVID-19 REGULATIONS ON THE DAY.]
Christmas
“Prepared for Manhood” 4 Night Father-Son Adventure experience – Wee Jasper
No good parent wants their son to remain a boy indefinitely. Yet without a compelling vision for what it means to be an authentic man, and a significant moment where such specific milestones are intentionally marked, he will struggle unnecessarily.
Our “Prepared for Manhood” Father-Son Adventure experiences are a uniquely-crafted process that help fathers guide their teenage and or older sons through their most difficult life transition, providing them with clear direction, and a healthy identity, thus preparing them to discover and live out their destinies.
[PLEASE CHECK CURRENT NSW COVID-19 REGULATIONS ON THE DAY.]
Men
SING NOEL: Carols by Candlelight 2020 – two nights – Online at your house
SING NOEL is a highly anticipated annual carols event which celebrates the gift of Christmas through soul-stirring music. Wahroonga Seventh-day Adventist Church is proud to partner with Sydney Adventist Hospital and Hope Channel to bring you a traditional Christmas experience that is sure to enkindle the season with joy and peace.
This year, bring your family and friends together and enjoy your favourite carols—perhaps by candlelight—in the comfort of your own home. In a year of challenges, we’ve made sure that carols can still fill your hearts with cheer!
Please register online.
Christmas
Singles@35th Christmas Dinner – Brighton le Sands
Singles for Christ Australia was pioneered and founded in August 1986 in Sydney and invites singles and formerly married men and women of all ages to our 35th Christmas Dinner.
Parking: Council parking at rear or on street…
Payment: Bring cash as no split bills…
Bookings: Open now and close with Colin when full! Please phone or email (below) to book.
Book early due to COVID-19 dining limited number restrictions!
[PLEASE CHECK CURRENT NSW COVID-19 REGULATIONS ON THE DAY.]
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Gingerbread House Children’s Workshop – Artarmon
Join us for the afternoon to create a gingerbread masterpiece and discover the true meaning of Christmas.
Cost: $12 per kit (1 kit per family. Due to Covid, we ask that 1 parent per family be present to supervise).
Limited places. Register now at the website below.
[PLEASE CHECK CURRENT NSW COVID-19 REGULATIONS ON THE DAY.]
Christmas
SOFIA’S BATTLE PRESENTS CHRISTMAS LIGHTS Display – Castle Hill
This event is to raise funds and awareness for HEARTKIDS NSW and 22Q FOUNDATION AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND through Sofia’s Battle.
With over 20,000 lights you will be wowed by this display. It has been going for 8 years and every year is different and doesn’t disappoint. You will also be able to purchase lucky dips, sausage sizzle, cold drinks, raffle tickets with wonderful prizes donated while you’re there.
Covid measures are in place so unfortunately there will be no interactive displays as previous years, but still heaps to see.
[PLEASE CHECK CURRENT NSW COVID-19 REGULATIONS ON THE DAY.]
Christmas
Thornleigh Community Carols – Backyard Carols at your house
This year we are replacing our normal Carols in the park event with an online streamed event. So you can set up in your own house, backyard or have your own street party.
We provide the music and the opportunity to bring the community together in a Covid-safe way.
[PLEASE CHECK CURRENT NSW COVID-19 REGULATIONS ON THE DAY.]
Christmas
Carols Under the Star – Online and at your house
Carols Under the Star is going virtual! Featuring carols, bands, a naughty intruder and our special guest Colin Buchanan, our premiere event will bring the joy of Christmas to the community in a COVID-safe way!
This event is to also raise awareness of the work done through Compassion. Please see our Berowra Carols Facebook page to see how you can help their work.
So, this year, we encourage you to gather your family and friends together and set up a house party, BBQ or street party to celebrate Christmas.
[PLEASE CHECK CURRENT NSW COVID-19 REGULATIONS ON THE DAY.]
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Carols at St Basil’s – Artarmon
Let’s do some carolling! Registration will begin at 5 pm and carols will start at 5:30 pm. To be Covid Safe, you won’t be able to sing along or purchase food and drink, but light refreshments and kid’s activity packs will be given to you upon entry. So, come and enjoy the music and atmosphere. Hope to see you there.
Contact tracing details and temperature checks will be taken upon entry. Masks and hand sanitiser will be provided. Feel free to bring extra snacks and kids activities.
[PLEASE CHECK CURRENT NSW COVID-19 REGULATIONS ON THE DAY.]
Christmas
SOFIA’S BATTLE PRESENTS CHRISTMAS LIGHTS Display – Castle Hill
This event is to raise funds and awareness for HEARTKIDS NSW and 22Q FOUNDATION AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND through Sofia’s Battle.
With over 20,000 lights you will be wowed by this display. It has been going for 8 years and every year is different and doesn’t disappoint. You will also be able to purchase lucky dips, sausage sizzle, cold drinks, raffle tickets with wonderful prizes donated while you’re there.
Covid measures are in place so unfortunately there will be no interactive displays as previous years, but still heaps to see.
[PLEASE CHECK CURRENT NSW COVID-19 REGULATIONS ON THE DAY.]
Christmas
Camp Jono – Mt Victoria
Camp Jono is a holiday camp for children aged between 7 and 19 with intellectual disabilities. This camp aims to provide these children with a unique holiday camp experience that they would not be able to have on regular holiday camps, due to their personal limitations.
We run a series of activities aimed at campers’ varied developmental levels. Each camper is paired with a one-on-one carer for the week, with several additional camp leaders and buddies providing supervision. A second aim of Camp Jono is to provide parents and carers with a week of respite from their daily care provision.
If you are interested please contact us by phone or email.
[PLEASE CHECK CURRENT NSW COVID-19 REGULATIONS ON THE DAY.]
Camp
Inspire 2021 – Conference for Studio Music Teachers – Chatswood
A two-day conference for studio music teachers to engage with an incredible line-up of Australian presenters in music pedagogy, business, history and well-being. Never has there been a time for greater need to share inspiration from each other.
Engage in creative and diverse workshops, inspiring fireside talks, demonstrations, marketplace stalls, performances and interactive discussions that will impact your studio teaching.
Presenters include Paul Myatt, Dr Jeanell Carrigan AM, Dr Rita Crews OAM, Michelle Leonard AM, Nick Peterson, Daphne Proietto OAM, Debra Batley, Dr Jennifer MacRitchie, Joanne Burrows, Julie Spithill, Rachelle Schmidt and keynote speaker, George Palmer AM QC.
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