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On the first Sunday of every month, from 2.30pm, The Friends of Creation Ministries invite you to enjoy 2 free DVD screenings starting 2.30pm at the Heights Family Church of Christ, 137 Croudace Street, New Lambton Heights. This Sunday the Dvd’s feature Dr Robert Carter and Phillip Bell . The first film is called “Apemen: missing links and the bible. The second film at 3.50pm is called “The alternative, Creation’s competitive edge”. Free refreshments will be available. To find out more, phone 0414 733 760.
If you’re over 18, The Wesley Mission Newcastle Community Visitors scheme invites you to become a volunteer to make a difference in someone’s life. You’ll make a commitment to visit a resident of an aged care facility at least once a fortnight and be involved in activities like playing cards, chatting or going for a walk. You’ll be matched to residents with similar interests and backgrounds and visiting times are flexible. For more information, call 4940 8244.
The Belmont Neighbourhood Centre is a not for profit organisation and hold activities and classes at low cost. Here are a few activities that you might be interested in… A Justice of the Peace Service is now available on Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays from 9am to 2pm. Volunteers are required for the “Helping your Grandchildren with Homework” course. This course is run through U3A. The popular basic computer skills course’ runs for 4 weeks from Tuesday 7th February and again from Wednesday 7th March. It is held from 1pm to 3pm each day. Bookings are essential call Sheena at the centre on 4947 0031. Do you like to help people? The Red Cross Telecross service urgently needs volunteers in the Hunter region to make a daily phone-call each morning to check on the well-being and safety of elderly people. Allison Jordan, Telecross Coordinator for the Lower Hunter and Port Stephens says Telecross provides a free daily telephone call to check on the wellbeing of frail-aged, isolated and medically dependent people who are living alone. “Trained and friendly volunteers make a call each morning and if the call is not answered, an agreed procedure is activated. “Telecross in the Hunter Region has a particular need for volunteers who would be available to make calls seven days a week. “The majority of volunteers make several calls per day on a monthly roster basis. “Volunteers are provided with training and ongoing support and can make the calls from the comfort of their own homes or from their workplace. Anyone interested in becoming a Telcross volunteer can call Allison Jordan on 4941 3219 or Kim Baird 4941 3218, or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Australia All Over is an Art Exhibition at the Port Stephens Community Art Centre, featuring local artists. The Exhibition runs until 14th March. Port Stephens Community Art Centre is located on Cultural Drive off Shoal Bay Road, Nelson Bay. Toastmasters International is a non-profit organisation helping more than 260 000 members, in 12 800 clubs around the world to conquer their fear of public speaking and become effective leaders. Toastmaster’s help members boost their confidence and allows their talents to blossom. In short, Toastmasters enables its members to be their best. Alpha Toastmasters Club is a well renowned club, conducting its meetings at Newcastle Panthers Corner King and Union Streets, Newcastle West, NSW) at 6:45 pm every Monday. For information please contact Janelle Walker on 0477 668 807. If you like to read and write, then come along to the Australian Christian Writers Fellowship (ACWF) of the Hunter. ACWF is a non-denominational group that meets on the first Saturday afternoon of each month beginning 4th February in the church hall of Morisset Baptist church on the corner of Fishery Point Road and Pulbah Street at 1:30pm.For more information call Sandra on 4973 3829 or 0447 674 566. The ladies of Charlestown uniting church, Milson Street, Charlestown, invite senior citizens to join them on the first Thursday of each month for a pleasant concert and light luncheon. There is no charge although any small donation would be truly appreciated. The complex has wheelchair access and a handicapped toilet. Call Enid Hancock on 4943 5353 or the church office on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays on 4943 4019.
The Wallsend Red Cross Branch holds meetings on the 1st Monday of each month, 10am to midday at the Wallsend Sporties club, Fogo Street Wallsend. For details call Gary or Karen Rose on 49 656 081. Toastmasters are an internationally proven method of developing Leadership and communication skills, which in turn fosters self-confidence and personal growth. Talk of the Town Toastmasters meets at the Waratah Rugby Club, Station Street, Waratah, on Wednesday nights from 6-8PM. For more information, contact Janelle Walker on 0477 668 807.
The next meeting of the NSW Justices Association Lake Macquarie Branch will be held on Thursday the 2nd of February, at 7pm. The meeting is held at Club Macquarie, Argenton Rd Argenton. All Justices of the Peace are welcome to attend. Please call 0416 124 604 if you require further information. Volunteers are required for Hunter Connect’s and Surfers for Autism’s 1st Annual Surf Festival, on Saturday 11th February. 9am to 4pm. You’ll be assisting children in the surf and beach activities, serve lunch, do neck and shoulder massages, chat with parents and help set and clean up. You’ll be provided with water and lunch. Organisations that provide services to the ASD community are invited to attend with a Marquee with activities and information for families affected by ASD. Call Sam Hayes on 0414 456 572. Please RSVP by 3rd February. You can download forms from www.hunterconnect.org.au. Send completed forms to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Are you looking for a safe and secure after school activity for your daughter? Why not try Girls' Brigade? We have 9 companies in the Hunter and Central Coast region from Erina all the way north to Forster. Girls Brigade provides a great program at a local church where girls can get involved in many different activities that will allow them to learn life skills, make new friends, have fun, be challenged and hear God's word. For the closest company to you, call Jenny on, 0412 581 110. “Israel – The Womb of the Kingdom of God on Earth” will be screened on Saturday, 11th February at 7.30 pm at Mayfield Baptist Church, Corner of Hanbury & Highfield Streets, Mayfield. The Film premiered in Jerusalem last year and it’s the first of a trilogy of documentaries with the overall title of "Blessing Curse or Coincidence?" produced by the Hatikva Film Trust in the UK. “Israel – The Womb of the Kingdom of God on Earth” is narrated by Lance Lambert, who together with others examines the promises and covenants of the Lord, beginning with the Abrahamic Covenant through to the New Covenant and then the final fulfilment when Our Messiah will return to take up the throne of David. Entry is by way of a Gold coin and refreshments will follow the screening. Call 4988 6377 or 4992 1068 for further information. The ladies of Warners Bay Baptist Church invite you to join them for an afternoon Devonshire Tea cruise on Newcastle Harbour and the lower Hunter River. The cruise is on Saturday 18th February, departing at 2pm from Lee Wharf. You need to RSVP by the 2nd February to Gaye 0402 117 079. Each Tuesday evening for four weeks, learn how to prepare delicious vegetarian dishes using fresh, healthy ingredients. Dishes demonstrated will be served for tasting at the end of each class. The Program commences 14th February at 7pm and the cost is $5 per person, per night. You can Book online at wallsend.adventist.org.au/nourish or contact Gillian Knight on 4951 8088 or 0412 821 217. She Believes conference will be held on February 17, 18 & 19th at Beachside Christian Fellowship 43 Shearwater Drive, Taylors Beach Guest speaker for the conference will be Bronwen Healy a former prostitute and heroin addict using her past to help transform the futures of others. Bronwen has spoken to Australian Parliament House sharing her views on drugs and prostitution as well as her ‘every choice has a consequence‘ message in Australia and internationally. The Session times for the conference are Friday night from 7:30pm (followed by coffee and dessert) Saturday pancake breakfast starting at 9am with Bronwen speaking at 10:30am and Sunday morning starting at 10am Tickets are $6 per session and can be purchased online at shebelieves.org for more info call Janelle on 0403 35 35 35 The HUB Church Thornton is holding the “Spirit Life Conference” with Pastor Shane Willard from Charleston South Carolina (USA.) You’ll experience three days of outstanding spiritual insight. Shane ministers full time in America and internationally, with degrees in both clinical psychology and theology, Shane is known for being an informative, brilliant and humorous communicator. He teaches the context of the Scriptures from a Hebraic perspective, which helps people to see God's Word in a completely new way and leads them into a more intimate relationship with Jesus Christ. The Spirit Life Conference starts Friday evening 17th to Sunday 19th February, at HUB Church, Unit 5/30 Glenwood Drive Thornton. No conference fee. However love offerings will be welcomed. For session times and other info visit, www.hubconnect.com.au or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
The Olive Branch Café at Wickham is a training café run by The Salvation Army Oasis Hunter organization.The Olive Branch Café provides training for young people to gain accredited training as well as the practical skills needed to begin a career in Hospitality. Trainees are keen to impress our customers with their learning of all aspects of cafe operations. Most will complete Certificate II in Hospitality and move on to employment in our local cafes and restaurants. All funds generated by the Olive Branch Cafe go directly into vocational training, life skills education and personal support for the young people in the program. Show your support of the Salvo’s and at the same time enjoy great food and coffee at the Olive Branch Café, corner of Albert and Hannell Sts, Wickham. Open Tues-Fri 9am -2.30pm. For Bookings call 4969 8066 or visit www.salvos.org.au/oasishunter
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