MEN'S HEALTH CHECKS
Friday 13 June, Saturday 14 June
Rotary is bringing the MHERV - the Men's Health Education Rotary Van - to Forbes offering free health checks. If you don't remember the last time you had a check up, then it's time. They'll check your blood pressure and blood sugar levels, as well as cholesterol. The van will be in Harold Street, opposite Town Hall, on Friday 13 June from 9.30am to 4.15pm. It will be at the Rotary Markets at Forbes Youth Centre on Saturday 14 June from 9.30am to 4.15pm.
INDOOR MARKET
Saturday 14 June
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The markets are moving indoors for June! Rotary Ipomoea's market will be at Forbes Youth and Community Centre from 8am to midday. Phone to book a stall on 0427 201 445. If the weather is mild there will be stalls outdoors as well, including coffee and the Rotary breakfast caravan.
EUGOWRA RUGBY LEAGUE LADIES DAY
Saturday 14 June
Ladies, enjoy an afternoon of fun, live music, nibbles under the marquee at Ian Walsh Stadium: it's ladies day at Eugowra rugby league club. It's the perfect opportunity to come together, enjoy great company and support the Young Eagles, Geagles and Golden Eagles. From midday.
PARKES YARD DOG TRIALS
14 and 15 June
From 7.30am dogs from around NSW will be rounding up sheep at the Parkes Showground. Free entry for spectators to watch six categories including maiden, novice, junior, improver, local and open. There will be a coffee van on sight each morning as well as a barbeque run by Parkes Headquarters RFS available on both days.
BINGO AT CALARIE HALL
Sunday 15 June
Calarie Hall hosts regular bingo on Sunday afternoons. Doors open at 11am, first call at 1pm.
FREE WORKSHOP: UNDERSTANDING GRIEF
Tuesday 17 June and Monday 23 June
The National Association for Grief and Loss (NALAG) is bringing free workshops to Forbes and Eugowra. This 3.5 hour workshop explores the emotional impact of grief, common grief reactions, some practical strategies for self-care and how to support someone who is grieving. Participants will learn how to have meaningful conversations around grief; recognise when further support may be beneficial and develop resilience in their grief journey or while walking with someone grieving. Please register online at https://nalag.org.au/events/
HELP PROTECT YOUR CHILD ONLINE
Thursday, June 19
The Council of Catholic School Parents (CCSP) together with the eSafety Commissioner is offering a free webinar called ‘Understanding and using parental controls to help protect your child online. You can find more information about the webinar here: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/2610806197060341853 If you are interested in finding out more about the Forbes Phone Free Alliance, email forbesphonefreealliance@gmail.com
SPECIAL SCREENING
20 and 21 June
Parkes Show Society will be holding a community screening of Just a Farmer at the Parkes Little Theatre. This special screening of a powerful Australian film will be screening for two nights with both starting at 7pm. Tickets are available now for $15 at 123tix.
FROST AND FIRE
21 June
Country rock artists the Wolfe Brothers, Ripley Alexander and the Baker Boys headline an incredible night’s entertainment for this annual festival. Cosy up by toasty fire buckets, indulge in hearty treats from our food trucks, and savour boutique brews while being serenaded by internationally recognised Australian music acts on the main stage. Tickets now online through 123tix.com.au
NEW VOGUE AND SOCIAL TWELVE-HOUR DANCE
22 June, 10am - 10pm - Tickets $15
The New Vogue and Social Dance Group presents the Twelve-Hour Dance at Canowindra Services Club. Featuring a special dance demonstration by well-known dancers and choreographers, Andrea and John Barwick. Music will be provided by Barry Whitty and Phil Redenbach, and the MC will be Doug Moorby. Further details contact Gail on 0417 747 338.
BEDGERABONG'S BIGGEST MORNING TEA
Tuesday 24 June
Join the Bedgerabong community from 10am at the hall to raise a cup and funds for the Cancer Council's Biggest Morning Tea.
PCS PRESENTS MARY POPPINS
Thursday 26 June to Sunday 29 June
Parkes Christian School presents Disney and Cameron Mackintosh's Mary Poppins the Broadway Musical. Bert introduces us to England and the Banks family in 1910. Mary Poppins arrives on the scene, taking the children on the magical and memorable adventures this production is known for. Students take the stage over evening and matinee performances. Tickets online through trybooking.com
FORBES COMMUNITY NAIDOC CELEBRATIONS
Friday, 4 July
From 12pm to 4pm at the Wiradjuri Dreaming Centre gather together as a community to celebrate NAIDOC Day. A march will leave South Circle Oval at 12pm and will end at the Wiradjuri Dreaming Centre.
FORBES RUGBY LADIES DAY
Saturday 12 July
It's ladies day at Forbes Rugby Union Club, from midday to 5pm at Grinsted Oval. Enjoy grazing boards, lunch by Eat Your Greens, bar and live music, followed by a jersey auction. Tickets online through 123tix.com.au
CANOWINDRA ESKY BALL
July 25, 5:30pm - 11:30pm
Tickets $80
Grab your group, pack the esky and help us raise some money for the show society to improve the annual show and maintain/ improve the facilities for years to come. Grazing boxes to start followed by delicious hot food from the Fat Parcel Food Van. K’nOath will having you rocking the night away.
TRIVIA NIGHT
Saturday 2 August
Eugowra Community Children's Centre presents a trivia night fundraiser to support the rebuild of its service. There'll be raffles, an auction and lots of laughs. Doors open 6pm for a 6.30pm start at the Showground Pavilion. It's $160 a table for up to eight people, you can pre-order grazing boxes and slider boxes. Tickets on sale and food orders available through 123tix.com.au
CENTRAL WEST BIRD EXPO
Saturday, 2 August
The annual Central West Bird Show will be at the Forbes Showground. Public entry is $2 per person with kids under 12 free. The bird sale is open to the public from 10am to 2pm unless sold out prior. Bird entry is $1 per bird with a minimum $10 entry fee and $3 per bird sellers fee. There will be trade stalls, food vans, raffles, education stands and more on the day.
Want to add to this list? Email renee.powell@forbesadvocate.com.au
