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
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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.
CXNTRY AT CLUB FORBES
Friday 27 June
Dust off your boots, put on your cowboy hat and prepare for a night of your favourite country music, line dancing and fun at Club Forbes. Never line danced before? No stress, they'll teach you! It's time to Boot Scootin' Boogie. This event is for 18 years and over, tickets available online through eventbrite.com.au or contact the club.
PCS PRESENTS MARY POPPINS
Thursday to Sunday 26-29 June
Parkes Christian School's newest production is Mary Poppins and it is shaping up to be a production not to miss. Evening shows will be held from 26 and 28 June with the matinee being held on June 29. Tickets are available at 123Tix.
VOLUNTEER MORNING TEA
Monday 30 June
Local volunteers are invited to a morning tea hosted by Forbes Shire Council to celebrate your contributions to the community of Forbes, as well as your commitment and passion. It's at Alex Caravan Park from 10.30am. Please RSVP by Wednesday 25 June to Council on 6850 2300 or community@forbes.nsw.gov.au
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.
TAYLOR SWIFT AND KATY PERRY KIDS TRIBUTE SHOW
Tuesday 8 July
This exciting show is coming to Club Forbes in the school holidays! The Taylor Swift and Katy Perry KIDS Tribute Show has been carefully programmed by a primary school teacher to provide a fun and memorable first concert experience for kids with a live band and DJ experience. It brings tribute singers in costume to the stage to sing Taylor Swift and Katy Perry's greatest hits. It's on from 2.30pm to 5.30pm on Tuesday 8 July. Tickets online now through123tix.com.au
SPEED NETWORKING
Thursday 10 July
Central West Inspired Women are hosting a free event at Club Forbes from 6 to 8 pm, with support from Inland Rail and Forbes Shire Council. Registration is essential, it's open online now through events.humanitix.com and includes a welcome drink, light refreshments, and guided conversations to help you make real connections. It's happening 6-8pm at Club Forbes.
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
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.
FORBES MOTOR SHOW
Sunday 5 October
Save the date, the Forbes Motor Show is returning to South Circle Oval in on Sunday 5 October 2025. Plan your entries now in bikes, cars, boats, vintage machinery, trucks and tractors. Gates open 8am for registration. There will be food, drink and merchandise stalls. Entry will be just $2 an adult, $1 a child with monies donated to local and regional charity groups.
Want to add to this list? Email renee.powell@forbesadvocate.com.au
