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April

Buderim Pioneer Cottage is holding an Anzac Static Display from the 20th to the 27th of April, daily from 11am to 3pm, and 10am to 4pm on Anzac Day. The Display honours the Service Men & Women of Buderim who fought in World War One and features four Buderim Anzacs. There will be Service uniforms and War Memorabilia, including an Ensign Flag, a relic of the First World War, presented to Hubert Foote of Buderim in 1953.

 Lions Club of Caloundra invites locals to attend a dinner meeting and presentation by the Office of Fair Trading, relating to avoiding online scams and identity theft. The event will be held at the Caloundra Golf Club, 1 Charles Woodward Drive on the 24th of April at 6pm for a 6.30pm start. A two course meal will be provided at a cost of $25. For further information phone Don on 0407 764 249.

 The Sunshine Statesmen Barbershop Chorus presents a free 5 week music workshop for men of all ages, commencing on Wednesday the 24th of April, at 6.30pm at the Buderim Uniting Church Hall, Gloucester Road, Buderim. The workshop will be facilitated by Musical Director, Brian Martin. To register phone Jeff on 0438 685 639 or Gary on 0449 951 336.

Beerwah & District RSL Sub-Branch Dawn Service will be held at 4am for 4.28am at Turner Park Cenotaph, Beerwah. The March will form up at 8.30am for 9.30am start, at Coochin Creek Co-Op, Simpson Street, followed by the Main Service at 10am, in Turner Park. 

Glasshouse Country RSL Sub Branch invites you to join them in commemorating ANZAC Day, at Landsborough RSL, Cribb Street, at 4.15am, followed by a gunfire breakfast. The march will form up at 8.45am at Landsborough State School, and march to RSL Park for the main service. For more information visit their Facebook page.

 Kawana Waters RSL Sub Branch invites all community members and families, to attend ANZAC Day Services at the Cenotaph, adjacent to Kawana Waters Surf Club. The Dawn Service will commence at 5.25am and the General Service at 10.55am, preceded by the March, commencing at 10.35am. Full information is available on the RSL Queensland website.

The next production at The Lind Theatre in Nambour is “Speaking in Tongues”, a contemporary gritty Australian psychological drama which was adapted into the award winning film “Lantana”. The play explores the inner fears and desires that drive people to act against their better judgement. Performance dates are the 26th of April to the 4th of May at evenings and matinees. To book visit Lindlane.com.au/whats-on  or phone 1300 732 764.

 Caloundra Uniting Church is holding “Messy Church”, which is a fun way of family worship, including singing, and a message with fun activities, followed by a delicious dinner and table talk. For great family time together go along to 56C Queen Street, Caloundra on Saturday the 27th of April from 4.45pm to 6.30pm.

Do you love your furry friends?  Then pop into the Mapleton Country Market in the school carpark on Saturday the 27th of April from 8am to midday. With over fifty stalls, pick up your doggie treats and accessories, fresh waffles, hot breakfast, organic produce, artisan products and much more.

The next workshop of the Caloundra Repair Café will be held at the Caloundra Community Centre, 58A Queen Street, Caloundra, on Saturday the 27th of April, from 9am to 12.30pm. They will assess and repair, if possible, small household items, electronic, small electrical, wooden, ceramic or glass, as well as toys. Also if you have clothes needing hand or machine stitching, they may be able to help. For more information email caloundrarepaircafe@gmail.com, call Dorothy on 0450 062 543 or see their FaceBook page.

BreastScreen Queensland mobile service will be at the Maleny Hospital from Tuesday the 30th of April to Tuesday the 21st of May, offering free breast screening for women 40 years and over. Referrals are not required.  Appointments are available up to 5.30pm on Monday the 13th of May. To book phone 13 20 50 or visit breastscreen.qld.gov.au.

May

 If you are motivated, over 16 and have a few spare hours why not become a volunteer with Sunshine Coast Riding for the Disabled located at Monak Road North Arm. The next Orientation & Induction will be held on Wednesday the 1st of May at 1pm to approximately 3pm. No experience with horses or disabilities is required, but covered shoes, sunsmart clothing and a smile are essential.

Coolum Business and Tourism is hosting the Good Vibrations Retro & Vintage Festival, on the 3rd and 4th of May, from midday to 8pm, at Jack Morgan Park, Coolum Beach. Experience an electrifying Elvis tribute by Doug Charles, and performances by Peaches & the Alphasonics and Jake & the Cadillacs. Explore classic cars, retro markets, and a Kombi Bar, while enjoying rock n’ roll music and a Rockabilly Pin-Up Fashion Parade.

 The Buddhist Charitable Association is hosting a Vietnamese Family Fundraiser Dinner and Raffle on Friday the 3rd of May from 6.30pm to 9pm. at the Buderim War Memorial Hall. There will be wonderful Vietnamese Food and Fun Raffle to raise much needed funds for a charity trip to Vietnam for two hundred much needed cataract surgeries along with many other very worthwhile activities. All funds raised at the dinner will go to supporting these efforts. To book visit trybooking.com/CQGPN

Rotary Noosa Daybreak Bookfest, will be held at the Noosa Leisure Centre, opposite the Library in Noosaville, from the 3rd to the 5th of May, from 9am to 5pm each day. There will be an enormous selection of pre-loved books available, and funds raised will go towards supporting the local homeless and other Rotary projects.

 If you like vintage and veteran motor vehicles, join other enthusiasts showing vehicles at Sunshine Coast Cars & Coffee, at The Sir Henry Royce Foundation Showrooms, 52 Lysaght Street, Coolum, on the 4th of May from 7am to 10am. The Coolum Rolls-Royce collection will be open to the public, with a guided tour of rare vehicles and notable engines, such as the famous Merlin aero-engine. Get a coffee and breakfast bun and enjoy seeing rare cars up close.

The Suncoast Gospel Entertainers invite you to join them for a morning of inspirational community singing at the Anglican Hall, Meridian Street, Birtinya, on the 4th of May from 10am to 11.30am. Everyone is welcome to meet new friends and have a cuppa.

Do You enjoy Trivia? Mt Coolum Golf Club is hosting a Trivia Night on Saturday the 4th of May. Registration is from 6.30pm and the questions kick off at 7pm. Teams of up to 8 players are invited to attend. Bookings are essential To book phone 5446 1539

 The Bli Bli Photography and Art Exhibition will be held in the Bli Bli Hall and Church, on the 4th & 5th of May, from 1pm – 4pm on Saturday and 9am – 2pm on Sunday. The Exhibition will feature a selection of handmade arts and crafts by local artisans. Bli Bli Community Garden will host an open garden, with fresh produce and baked goods for sale. 

Caloundra Arts Centre Association is holding their annual Mother's Day Artisan Fair, on the 4th and 5th of May from 9am, at 5 North Street, Caloundra. Treat yourself to a wide variety of quality handmade goods including pottery, embroidered and quilted items, fine art, jewellery, woodwork and much more. Grab something to eat and drink while enjoying the live music.

 Lifeline Cooroy Denim& Country Fest. will be held on the Long Weekend 4th to the 6th of May at 22a Maple Street, Cooroy. Opening times are: Saturday & Sunday: 8.30am – 5pm: Monday: 9am – 4pm. There will be a great range of Country Clothing, Demin, Boots, Hats & Accessories. Score a Great Outfit and know all money raised will go towards Lifeline 24 hour crisis support and suicide prevention services.

Do you love blues music? If so, you will enjoy the Aaron West Band presenting, “The Blues Song Book”, which will feature some of the all time greatest blues songs. This event, hosted by the Jazz and Blues Collective, will be held on Sunday the 5th of May from 1.30 pm, at the Millwell Road Community Centre. For more information visit the Jazz and Blues Collective Facebook page or phone 0417 633 734.

Woombye Community and Business Association is hosting the Happy Days Festival, on the 5th of May, from 10am to 10pm. There will be fun for the kids, with a petting zoo, jumping castle, face painting and more, along with market stalls, food vans and a pop-up bar, as well as a display of classic cars.  Hill Street will be closed and there will be live rock 'n roll music for you to enjoy.

 The Sunshine Coast Choral Society presents Magnificent Melodies, on Sunday the 5th of May at 2pm, at Stella Maris Primary School. Celebrate the joy of music with John Rutter's Magnificat, under the baton of Conductor Donna Langford, accompanied by the angelic vocals of Soprano Ashleigh Maclaine.  Tickets are available on their website, or at the door.

 The next concert of the Velvet Country Music Club will be held on Sunday the 5th of May, from midday to 4pm, at the Caloundra Uniting Church, Cnr Queen and Ulm Streets. Go along for an afternoon of music provided by local walk-up artists. Admission is $10 which includes afternoon tea. Raffle and Lucky door prizes are also available..

 Caloundra CWA ladies are an active community of women who, together, improve the lives of people living in regional, rural and remote Queensland. They are renowned for being great home cooks, but the QCWA is much more than that. Go along to their next meeting at 17 Kalinga Street, Caloundra, on Monday the 6th of May at 6.45pm for a 7pm start, to learn what is scheduled for the month.

The Caloundra Garden Club was founded 40 years ago and to mark the occasion they are having a party at the CCSA Hall, 1 Nutley Street, Caloundra on the 7th of May from 9am to 1.30pm. The Club President, Kath Morris, will welcome members and invited guests, and morning tea will be served at 9.30 am. There will be a guest speaker from Redfox Orchids, as well as raffles, entertainment and a light lunch at midday.

 At the next meeting of the Caloundra CWA Special Interest Group, the guest speaker will be Les Clarke, who lives on his fishing boat in Pumicestone Passage.  Les will speak about his early days of growing up in Caloundra. The meeting will be held at 17 Kalinga Street, Caloundra, on Wednesday the 8th of May at midday, following the weekly Craft morning. Bring your lunch and enjoy the company of the friendly members.

Oriana Choir is presenting a Dancing Queen Concert – “A Tribute to ABBA and Queen”, at Stella Maris Concert Hall on the 11th and “The J” at Noosa on the 18th of May, at matinee and evening performances. This promises to be an exciting and energetic show featuring the best of ABBA and Queen, who have created an impressive body of timeless music. Bookings are essential. To book visit oriana.org.au for the 11th:  thej.com.au or 5329 6560 for the 18th .

If you are looking for the perfect gift for Mother’s Day, the Cooroy Butter Factory Arts Centre, 11 Maple Street, Cooroy is the place to go! Visit the vibrant gallery where you will find a stunning selection of stalls showcasing unique creations from ceramics to jewellery, art prints and more. The Market, on the 11th of May, will run from 10am to 2pm.

 Graduate Women Qld. is hosting “Wildflowers with Breakfast” at the Headland Golf Club on Saturday the 11th of May at 7.45am for an 8.15am start. Guest Speaker is Dr. Susan Davis, OAM, initiator of the Wild/Flower Women suite of projects and exhibitions, who will speak about The Way of the Wild/Flower. Cost for the Breakfast is $35.  RSVP is required. For more information or to RSVP, contact Pam at treasurer.gwqsc@gmail.com or phone 0429 133 998.

 Do you enjoy Classic & Vintage Cars? The Maroochy Vehicle Owners Club is hosting a display on the 11th of May, from 9am to 1pm at Yandina Historic House. The Display is open to the public and entry is free.

Maroochydore Orchid Society is hosting an Orchid Show at the Uniting Church, Bli Bli, on Saturday the 11th of May from 8am to 3.30pm. There will be beautiful orchids in bloom and for sale, light refreshments and club members to talk about growing orchids. Entry is $5.

The FESTURI Surf and Sea Multicultural Festival, which was previously postponed because of bad weather, is now scheduled for the 18th & 19th of May. Head along to Eleanor Shipley Park, Moffatt Beach from midday on both days. The Festival is set to heighten your senses with a variety of fantastic global performances.

 “Listen carefully.  I shall say this only once”!! For all lovers of the popular comedy “Allo Allo”, the Caloundra Chorale and Theatre Company will be presenting “Allo Allo The Camembert Caper”, at the CCTC Theatre, Piringa Street, Wurtulla at evening and matinee performances from the 22nd of May to the 9th of June. The production features many of your favourite characters from the TV series and original stage play. For further information regarding performance dates and times, along with how to book, phone 0490 329 912.

The Noosa Chorale is presenting Mendelssohn’s oratorio Elijah, at The J, Noosa Junction, at 7pm on the 24th & 2pm on the 25th of May. The performance will feature a full orchestra, four soloists and the Noosa Chorale, conducted by Kim Kirkman.  The dramatic rhythms, stirring four-part choruses, and beautiful solos make for a masterpiece that is as thrilling to sing as it is to listen to.  The show runs for 2 hours with an interval. To Book visit thej.com.au/elijah-noosa-chorale