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November

A million Australians have an eating disorder and the consequences for teenagers can be fatal.  If you have a business here on The Coast, you’re invited to a networking event to see what local charity, ‘End E.D.’ is doing to not just change lives, but actually save lives.  You’ll see what your business can do to help this outstanding Sunshine Coast organisation.  Book your place today. Date and location: 13th of November, at 10 Redmonds Road, West Woombye, from 3.30 to 5.30pm. To book please phone Cindy on 0414 392 004 and cindy@ended.org.au

Here’s something that the kids will love.. a free movie night and some fun activities that will get them thinking about helping our environment. Noosa Council is sponsoring a special outdoor showing of ‘How To Train Your Dragon 2025’, a live-action update of the much-loved family classic. The kids will also learn about the benefits of recycling and how easy it is to make a difference in our community. It’s at Noosaville Lions Park on Gympie Terrace from 5:30PM on Friday the 14th of November.

The Beerburrum Country Market will be held on Saturday the 15th of  November from 8.30am to 1.30pm in the School of Arts on ANZAC Avenue. Stall locations are both inside the hall and outside in the shady grounds. offee and bacon and egg rolls will be available and ‘Scrub Mutts’ dog wash will be on site. Stall sites are available. To book a spot call Patricia on 0490 491126 or email 4517communityhall@gmail.com

The Sunshine Coast Symphony Orchestra is presenting, “Summer Serenades” at The Events Centre, Caloundra, on Saturday the 15th of November, commencing at 7pm. This promises to be an evening of romance, joy and celebration with a vibrant program filled with warmth, energy and emotion. Bookings are essential. To book visit theeventscentre.com.au/event/scso-summer-serenades/

Bribie Island Uniting Church, Webster Street, Bongaree, is holding a Festive Fair, on Saturday the 15th of November, from 8am to midday. The Fair will feature Morning Tea, Sausage Sizzle, Cakes, Preserves, Crafts, Plants, Christmas gifts, and preloved treasures. This event has been held for many years providing support each year to the community.

Dicky Beach Surf Club together with the Sunshine Coast Council invites you to join them for a free fun event to celebrate and promote awareness that the beach is for everyone, regardless of disability. Fun events including face painting, seated beach volleyball, sand castle building and kite flying. There will be Stalls, BBQ, Beach wheelchairs and wheelie walkers. Go along on the 15th of November from 10am to 1pm for lots of fun!

Hibiscus Retirement Resort, 52 University Way, Sippy Downs are holding a Christmas Market of handmade crafts and pre-loved treasures, on Saturday the 15th of November from 9am to 1pm. There will be a Sausage sizzle and morning tea, as well as many stalls offering you a choice for unique Christmas presents and stocking fillers.

The Lions Club of Caloundra is holding their Charity Golf Day at the Caloundra Golf Club on the 16th of November. They are seeking a name sponsor for this important event. If you are interested in this opportunity, they would love to hear from you. For further information contact Don McLachlan on 0407 764 249.

The Sunshine Coast Jazz Club is hosting Big Kitty, led by star trumpet player, Mal Woods, on Sunday the 16th of November at the Caloundra Power Boat Club. This will be an afternoon of great music commencing at 1pm. To book phone Richard on 0427 782 960 between 9-6pm or visit sunshinecoastjazzclub.com.au

The Australasian Country Music Association is hosting guest artists from the Wide Bay Branch, to their concert, on Sunday the 16th of November, from 11am to 3pm, at 24 Steggalls Road, Yandina. Enjoy music from talented local artists backed by a great house band. Entry is only $10.

The Caloundra Lions Club still have time slots available in their Annual Charity Golf Day, at the Caloundra Golf Club, on Sunday the 16th of November. Raffles, nearest the pins and great prizes for the best Stableford scores during the day. Cost is $80 per player. Please phone Don on 0407 764 249 to register your support.

Breast Screen Qld mobile service will be at the Beerwah Community Centre, from the 17th of November to the 17th of December, from 7.30am to 3.30pm. The free breast screen service is offered to women aged 40 and over. BreastScreen strongly recommends that women aged 50 to 74 have a screen every two years. Appointments take less than 30 minutes and a doctors’ referral is not necessary. For more information visit the BreastScreen website or call 13 20 50.

Caloundra Residents Association is hosting a Town Hall Meeting for  locals, at 6.30pm, on the 17th of November, at the Caloundra Library. Councillors Broderick, Landsberg, and Burns will deliver mid-term updates, followed by an open Q&A session. Entry is free. To register visit eventbrite.com.au.  

As we age, maintaining mental agility, emotional wellbeing, and social engagement, becomes more vital than ever. Comlink is hosting a Healthy Ageing Forum at the Sunshine Coast Health Institute, Doherty Street, Birtinya, on Thursday the 20th of November from 9am to midday. The forum will feature speakers from UniSC, and the community, discussing how being involved in creative activities can help achieve this. To book visit Eventbrite.com.au.

Maleny Arts and Crafts Christmas Fair is back for another year with a huge range of local, hand-made items, including quilts, ceramics, woodwork, glass creations and paintings. It’s a great opportunity to buy unique Christmas gifts at great prices and support local artists. The Fair is on from 9AM Friday 21st to Sunday 23rd November at the Maleny Community Centre in Maple Street.

Headland Pacific Sports Club is holding a fun trivia night in Syd Lingard Drive, Buderim on Thursday the 20th of November at 6:30 pm. Cost is $10 per person for teams of 4, or individuals can join a team. Entry includes a sausage sizzle and prizes for the winners and runners up. For more information phone Paul on 0422 812 430 or email p.d.phillips363@gmail.com

SingSpire Chorus is holding a Christmas Concert, in aid of Care Outreach, at the New Life Auditorium, McKenzie Road, Nambour, on Saturday the 22nd of November, commencing at 2pm. Special guest artist is Cindy Leigh Boske, with hosts, Marty Hunt and Darin Browne. Cost is $25 from Trybooking, or $30 at door, which include a delicious afternoon tea. For more information phone 0401 270 476 or 0416 611 684.

The first ever Maleny Farm Fest, will be held at the Maleny Showgrounds on Saturday, the 22nd of November from 9am to 4pm. Enjoy the Passport Quest, Youth Zone, food, expert talks, live demos, and a huge range of exhibits. Cheer on the Bush BBQ Challenge and Pallet Build-Off. Entry is Free.  For more information visit malenyshowsociety.org.au.

Sunshine Coast Art Group is holding a Christmas Art and Craft Market, on Saturday the 22nd of November from 8am to 1pm at 1 William Parker Place Buderim. Now is the time to stock up on Gifts, homewares, art, decorations and stocking fillers, all handmade with love by local artisans! There will be music, face painting, coffee and muffins!

The last Messy Church for the year at Caloundra Uniting Church, will be held on Saturday the 22nd of November, from 4.45 to 6.45pm, in the hall under the Church. Join in for a family fun way of worshipping, and enjoy early Christmas festivities including songs, a message, and fun activities, followed by a delicious dinner

Sunshine Coast Art Group is holding a Christmas Art and Craft Market, on Saturday the 22nd of November from 8am to 1pm at 1 William Parker Place Buderim. Now is the time to stock up on Gifts, homewares, art, decorations and stocking fillers, all handmade with love by local artisans! There will be music, face painting, coffee and muffins!

SingSpire Chorus is holding a Christmas Concert, in aid of Care Outreach, at the New Life Auditorium, McKenzie Road, Nambour, on Saturday the 22nd of November, commencing at 2pm. Special guest artist is Cindy Leigh Boske, with hosts, Marty Hunt and Darin Browne. Cost is $25 from Trybooking, or $30 at door, which include a delicious afternoon tea. For more information phone 0401 270 476 or 0416 611 684.

Caloundra District Indoor Bowls Association is holding a massive cent sale at 55 Burke Street, Golden Beach, on the 22nd of November, commencing at 8am. There will be over 300 prizes, whip-rounds, raffles and a lucky door prize.  Draws start at 10am. Entry is $5 per person. For more info contact Robyn on 0429 079 400.

The Cooroy Butter Factory Arts Centre invites you to celebrate a major exhibition, “Then and Now”, by local Ridgewood artist Clare Llewelyn, at the opening on Saturday the 22nd of November, from 4 to 6pm. There will be early works created during Clare’s stellar career in Sydney, as well as more recent works. Also, the Butter Factory Members will present an exciting new festive Christmas Sale Show in the upstairs gallery.

IRT Woodlands at 22 Lacebark Street, Meridan Plains, are holding a Christmas Artisans Market, on Saturday the 22nd of November, from 9am to midday. There will be 30 stalls, including home decor items, mosaics, jewellery, art, papercraft, cards, soft toys, plants and preserves. The coffee shop will be open for coffee, cake and lunches. A sausage sizzle and raffles will also be on offer.

The Mapleton Country Market will be holding a pre - Christmas event in the School Carpark, on Saturday the 22nd of November, from 8am to midday. Have your children and dog photographed with Santa, from 9am to 10am, and take the opportunity to purchase some affordable gifts from the 50 plus stalls. 

Buderim Gardens are holding a Christmas themed Market, in their Community Centre, at 405 Mooloolaba Road, on Saturday the 23rd of November from 9am to midday.  35 plus, stalls will showcase handicrafts, plants, jewellery, art, unusual gift items, home baking, and much more.  There will be refreshments and a Sausage Sizzle. All raffle monies and stall fees will be donated to the SleepBus for the Homeless Project.

The Annual STEPS Autism Treehouse Christmas Party, will be held at Caloundra Sharks Junior Rugby League Club, on Sunday the 23rd of November, from 9am to 2pm. There’ll be rides, water slides, a rock-climbing wall, petting zoo, Santa, and lots more!  Everyone is welcome, especially families with young people living with autism and a disability. It’s all about having great fun in a supportive environment! Get your tickets from the STEPS website.

Buderim Men’s Shed is hosting a free Men’s Health Night, on Tuesday the 25th of November, from 6.30 to 9.00pm, at 38 Advance Road, Kuluin. Three expert presenters will cover prostate problems, adjusting to retirement and how to stave off age-related decay. Supper will be provided. Registration is required. To register visit trybooking.com Buderim Men’s Shed.

You are invited to join the Family of League for their Sunshine Coast Christmas Lunch, at the Maroochy RSL, on Friday the 28th of November, from 11.30am to 3.30pm. Special guests are Maroons legend Trevor Gillmeister, 2025 premiership winning Bronco Billy Walters, and Master of Ceremonies, Steve Rickets. Tickets are $160, which includes a 3 course lunch and a 4 hour drinks package. Tables of 10 are $1500. RSVP by the 19th of November. Enquiries and bookings to qldevents@familyofleague.org.au.

Celebrate the spirit of Christmas with the Caloundra Chorale, at their Christmas Concert at the CCTC Theatre, 3 Piringa Street, Wurtulla, from the 28th of November to the 7th of December, at evening and matinee performances. Join them for a heartwarming concert featuring beloved carols, some fun Christmas songs and uplifting performances, that capture the magic of the season. Bookings are essential. To book phone 0490 329 912 or online at trybooking.com.

The Maleny Players will present “Wyrd Sisters”, a wickedly funny twist on Shakespeare’s Macbeth, at the Maleny Playhouse, from the 29th of November to the 14th of December, at matinee and evening performances. Brought to life in Terry Pratchett’s fantastical Discworld, witches, kings, and a theatre troupe, collide in this spellbinding comedy. To book visit malenyplayers.com or the Maleny Visitor Information Centre.

The Caloundra Repair Café workshop will be open from 9am to midday, on the 29th of November, for the last time this year, at the Caloundra Community Centre, 58A Queen Street Caloundra. Take along small household items for assessment and possible repair. They will reopen on the 24th of January. For more information email caloundrarepaircafe@gmail.com call Dorothy on 0450 062 543 or see our Facebook page.

Rotary Club of Caloundra Pacific is presenting “Christmas in the Hangar”, at the Qld. Air Museum, Pathfinder Drive, Caloundra, on the 29th of November, commencing at 7pm. Entertainment will be provided by local jazz and blues group, Girl Friday. There will be raffle prizes, and food trucks and licensed bar on site. The event will be sponsored through a grant from the Sunshine Coast Council. Cost is $60. Proceeds will go to DV Safe Phone. To book visit trybooking.com/DFFAH

Buderim Christmas Fair will be held across Buderim Craft Cottage, War Memorial Hall and Library, from 10am to 2pm on the 28th and 8am to 2pm on the 29th of November. There will be a variety of stalls featuring locally made art and used books.

Woombye Community Library is holding its Big Balcony Book Sale, at the School of Arts Hall, Blackall Street, Woombye, on Saturday the 29th of November from 7.30am to midday. There will be tons of quality books at bargain prices to interest all ages.

Sunrise Beach Uniting Church is hosting a Christmas Trivia Night, at 6 Grasstree Court, on Saturday the 29th of November commencing at 7pm. Cost is $10. Proceeds will go to Uturn, Youth Christmas Appeal. Bookings are essential. To book phone Barbara on 0407 746 752

The next concert of the Australasian Country Music Association will be held at the Hall of Fame, Steggalls Road, Yandina, on the 30th of November, from 11am to 3pm. Guest artists will be Cowboy Rock, accompanied by talented local artists, backed by a great house band. Entry is only $10.

Are you looking for a special pre-Christmas treat? The Sunshine Coast Choral Society will present “Let Your Spirit Soar” — a concert filled with joy, gratitude and hope, at Stella Maris Primary School, Maroochydore, on Sunday the 30th of November, commencing at 2pm. Enjoy Vivaldi’s glorious Gloria, and uplifting songs, accompanied by a string ensemble.  Don’t miss this inspiring musical celebration! Tickets are available on trybooking.com or at the door.

December

Maroochy North Shore Lions are hosting a Christmas Themed Trivia Night, at the Community Centre, 701 David Low Way, Mudjimba, on Saturday the 6th of December, at 6.30 for a 7pm start. Cost is $15 per person for teams of 8. BYO nibbles and drinks. Dress up your team and your table. This will be a night of Christmas fun and laughter! To book a table phone 0408 345 343.

Montville Christmas Market, will be held on Saturday the 6th of December from 4.30 to 7.30pm at Montville Village Hall. This will be a sip and shop market, with face painting, kids’ art project, a family disco, and lots of food options.. There will be music performances throughout the afternoon, before Santa arrives at 6.15pm to sing with the Choir and greet the kids. Bring your chairs and enjoy the fun!

Maroochy North Shore Lions are hosting a Christmas Themed Trivia Night, at the Community Centre, 701 David Low Way, Mudjimba, on Saturday the 6th of December, at 6.30 for a 7pm start. Cost is $15 per person for teams of 8. BYO nibbles and drinks. Dress up your team and your table. This will be a night of Christmas fun and laughter! To book a table phone 0408 345 343.

The Maleny Lions Club is holding their Christmas Markets at the Maleny Pioneer Village, in Bryce Lane, on Saturday the 6th of December from 7am to midday. There will be lots of Stalls showcasing locally made products, food vans, music, and tours of the Pioneer Village. Go along and support the Community.

Graduate Women Qld, supporting women's education, are having their Christmas lunch at the Twin Waters Golf Club, on the 6th of December commencing at midday. A delicious 2 course lunch will be provided. Cost is $43. For more information visit graduatewomen.org.au

The Jazz and Blues Collective is hosting The Braben Jenner Hot Five, with guest vocalist Grace Rigby, for an afternoon of hot traditional and mainstream jazz, at the Millwell Road Community Centre, on Sunday the 7th of December, commencing at 1.30pm. The band will be playing the music of early to mid-20th century America, with plenty of inventive improvisation.  For more information visit the Jazz and Blues Collective Facebook page.

Lights on the Lake Festival will be held on Currimundi Lake, Crummunda Park, Wurtulla, on Sunday the 7th of December from 4 to 8pm. Decorate your canoe or kayak with lights for the water parade, and you could win a prize for the best decorated boat. There'll be four hours of live entertainment, childrens’ activities, food trucks, a kids disco and a stunning laser light show.

General Information

The Outback Christmas Present Drive is on again this year! Giving Kids Memories is dedicated to bringing joy each year, to an Outback community, by giving all kids in a town a Christmas present. There is always an enormous boost to morale in these communities when the bus load of presents arrives. All donations would be greatly appreciated by Thursday the 27th of November. If you would like to help please call Jeff on 0411 308 513.

The Kidney Support Network provide a transport service for dialysis patients to get to and from hospital for treatments, and service 6 hospitals across the Sunshine Coast. They are currently in urgent need of Volunteer Drivers. Vehicles are provided and are based in Currimundi and Maroochydore. For more information call Ann on 0410 749 074 or email sunshinecoastadmin@ksn.org.au

Christmas is almost upon us which means it’s time to purchase your Lions cakes and puddings! They are now available at various outlets in the Caloundra region. For a list of outlets visit Caloundra Lions Club Facebook Page or call Bill on 041 872 409.

Golf Programs Australia Incorporated is a registered charity which shares the love of golf with young people with a disability, by coaching them and encouraging them to play. They are holding a raffle with first the prize of a Prosimmon Heritage Package set of golf clubs, including free fitting. The raffle will be drawn on Christmas Eve. For tickets visit gpai.org.au or phone 5476 0365.

Crystal Waters Market at 65 Kilcoy Lane, Conondale, is held from 8am to 1pm on the first Saturday of every month, except January. Get your sourdough bread and bakery treats from the wood fired bakery or the green lotus café.  Enjoy a coffee while listening to live music.  There are many stalls, and a playground for the kids. A great family day on the beautiful village green

Caloundra Stamp Club meets at the Bellvista Meeting Place, Lomond Crescent, Bellvista, on the 4th Thursday of each month, at 12.30pm. Exchange books, browse the bargain table, and participate in a mini auction and raffle.  New members and visitors are welcome. For more information call Catherine on 0406 018 456.

The Friends of Maroochy Bushland Botanic Gardens in Tanawha are seeking to recruit Members to assist with a range of educational and social activities at the Gardens, and in the Community. If you are interested in the art and ecology of native plants and wildlife, and the magic of our local bushland, they would love you to join them. For further information visit their Website and Facebook page for events, opportunities and membership, or email friendsofmrbbg@gmail.com

The Maroochy North Shore Lions Club are seeking new members to join their fun loving club to participate in the many activities they are involved in to help the community. They meet at 6.30pm on the 4th Tuesday of each month, and also organise a variety of monthly social events. For more information phone Tricia on 0427 838 938.

The Buderim Local Ambulance Committee is seeking volunteers to spread CPR awareness in schools and local community organizations. You don’t need any medical knowledge or experience. With 80% of cardiac arrests happening at home, the first responder is often a loved one. If you want to help your community and maybe save a life, they would love to hear from you. For more information email buderimlac@gmail.com

Would you like to earn an easy one thousand dollars for your community group? Why not take advantage of the Buderim Rotary Bunnings BBQ Community Assist project? Just supply two workers for each of the two shifts, and Rotary will do the rest. For more information visit the Buderim Rotary website.

Do you have any spare time? Volunteering Sunshine Coast have been operating on the Coast for more than 20 years, helping Not for Profit Organisations to find volunteers. They currently have more than 60 positions  listed on their website. For further information visit volunteeringsc.org.au.

The Hinterland Music Club invites you to go Country at The Big Shed, Historical Village, Bryce Lane, Maleny on the second Saturday each month, except January, from 11am to 4pm. Walk up artists are welcome including beginners, please bring 5 chord charts. Admission is $7 or $5 for Members, Sausage sizzle lunch $3, and  bottomless tea/coffee, gold coin donation. For further information phone Barry 0427 659 687.

Have you ever sold a possession to finance gambling? After losing, have you felt you had to keep gambling to win back your losses? Problem gamblers who can’t stop by themselves can find strength to succeed through Gamblers Anonymous. Help is available. For more information on attending a local meeting, call 0467 655 799.