Royal Society
Concern about the possible extinction of many plants and animals is the hot topic at the next Royal Society lecture. National co-ordinator of the Australian Seed Bank Partnership Damian Wrigley will speak at the Southern Highlands Royal Society branch event on May 16. Mr Wrigley provides support to the Council of Heads of the Australian Botanic Gardens to deliver better outcomes for plant conservation throughout Australia. Since 2017 he has been Australia's national focal point for the global strategy for plant conservation, liaising with international botanical and plant conservation communities. His lecture ties in with the recent scientific report by the United Nations that indicates that one million species of plants and animals are at risk of extinction within decades. The Royal Society presentation will be held at Mittagong RSL Club in the Joadja/Nattai rooms on the first floor from 6.30pm. Doors open at 6pm. Cost is $10 for non member, $5 for members and teachers and students are free. Following the lecture there will be a dinner with the speaker which is open to all. For further information about the event or the Royal Society Southern Highlands go to royalsocietyhighlands.org.au
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Evening CWA
Moss Vale Evening CWA will hold its May monthly meeting on May 19 at the Community Hall, Queen Street, Moss Vale, for a 3.00 pm start. Come along and join the friendly team of happy local women working for the community. New friends are most welcome and any enquiries please call Jennifer on 0418 600 068.
Parkinson's support
The next outing for the Southern Highlands Parkinson's Support Group will be on May 21. This will be a guided tour of Harbison Nursing Home, 36 Yarrawa Road, Moss Vale. It will begin at 10.45am and will be followed by lunch at Moss Vale Services Club at midday. All are welcome. Further details: Mrs Dympna Irwin on 4869 5252.
Christian science
A free one-hour talk covering the topic "How can a better understanding of God Bring healing?" will be presented by the Christian Science Church at 57 Bendooley Street, Bowral, on May 18 from 2.30pm. This will be led by Michelle Nanouche who has practised Christian Science helping people to find a solution to business, relationships, physical, financial, mental, emotional, family problems and more over 35 years. There will be a question and answer time following her presentation. Details: 0438 981 719.
Morning tea and support
Every Friday morning between 10am and midday the foyer of the Mittagong Anglican Church is open to the public for free morning tea. The church's professional barista knows how to make one of the best coffees in town. A professional counsellor offering free support to those who might want to talk privately is also available. Come and join the group and make new friends in a relaxed and warm environment. St. Stephens Church is on the corner of Station and Main Streets and has been reaching out to the community for more than 140 years.
Toastmasters
The Southern Highlands Toastmasters is held on the second and fourth Monday of each month at Mittagong RSL Club from 7.30pm. The next meeting is on May 13. Toastmasters provides an opportunity for people to learn how to speak in public in a relaxed environment. Details: Colin Emerson on 0429 389 744.
Frensham tour
Take a tour of Frensham, Range Road, Mittagong, which will be held on August 31 from 1pm to 3pm. Interested people can now sign up at www.frensham.nsw.edu.au/admissions/sample-frensham/heads-tour
Bereavement support
The Southern Highlands Bereavement Care Service Suicide Bereavement Support Group is held on the first Tuesday of each month. This is facilitated by bereavement counsellors Donna and Jo-Anne. This group will be ongoing and held from 6.30pm to 8.00pm each month in Bowral. If you are living with grief after the suicide death of a family member or friend, you are encouraged to come along to the group. Meetings are held at in Bowral at a location yet to be advised. For all enquiries call 4862 1701 or email info@shbcs.org.au Health care professionals and providers are welcome to encourage or refer clients or patients to to group.
Folk dance
Do you enjoy dancing or would you like to learn to dance? Here's a great opportunity not to be missed. Dance your way around the world with folk dances taught in easy steps. Have you ever wanted to do Zorba, Tarantella or a gentle Hora from Romania or Israel? Come on Thursdays 10.30-11.30am to Bowral Presbyterian Church hall, Bendooley St, Bowral. Details: Margaret 0466 166 866 or 4861 2294.
Tai Chi
Test you strength and agility with Tai Chi classes held at the Mittagong Senior's Club located next to the Mittagong Library. Classes are held each Tuesday from 1pm.
Seniors' Club
Mittagong Seniors' Club meets each Tuesday and Thursday from 9am to 2.30pm at the Community Centre in Queen Street, Mittagong. Come for morning tea at 10am to learn more. Activities include craft, games, ukulele and various outings.
Gentle exercise
A program offering gentle exercise at a gentle pace with a focus on mobility, physical and mental stimulation is available each Thursday at the Bowral Presbyterian Church hall in Bendooley Street, Bowral. Classes are from 11.45am-12.30pm. Details: Margaret 0466 166 866 or 4861 2294.
Bushwalkers
Southern Highlands Bushwalkers will head out to a private property on Wombeyan Caves Road for their next adventure on May 19. This will involve a short walk followed by a 120m descent on a very steep and rough stony track with loose rocks underfoot which leads to the Wingecarribbee River. Access to the track is possible only with a 4WD. Details: Margaret on 0490 803 576.
