Your guide to community groups, services, activities, meetings and events in the Highlands. Festive Giving Program Help others in the region by leaving a gift under the giving tree. It is in partnership with the Salvation Army. Your life matters CEO and founder of the quest for Life Foundation Petrea King will lead a free workshop about how to live well in challenging circumstances. People will learn about building resilience, the importance of self-care and doing it regularly, deep relaxation techniques and how to manage emotions and recognise burnout. A light lunch will also be included. Register through Eventbrite. Ordinary meeting of council Different issues in the Highlands will be discussed at this meeting, which will be livestreamed on the Wingecarribee Shire Council website. The minutes and agenda will be posted on the council's website closer to the date. Justice of the Peace Justice of the Peace volunteers are present to witness documents at the following locations: Read also: Barry learnt quilting to help beloved wife with dementia. He didn't stop after losing her Soul Food Co Op and Soul Warmers Café This café and co op is ran by the community for anyone in need. There is a variety of discounted produce, bread, non-perishables, frozen food and meals. Free coffee is also served. Learn more about the initiative via Soul Warmers Café and CO-OP on Facebook. Yerrinbool Railway Garden Residents are invited to explore this garden weekly. The community garden was founded in 2018 by volunteers who wanted to grow healthy and fresh produce. There is also a mini market on the fourth Saturday of the month. Railway Street fresh food and produce market Grab fresh produce, plants, organic sourdough breads and more which are made and grown in the Highlands. Crop Swap Robertson Exchange crops, plants and magazines at this weekly meet-up. People do not have to come with crops to take anything from the table. No money is exchanged. All are welcome. Read also: Legendary singer-songwriter James Taylor to play in Bowral Yerrinbool crafts People are invited to bring their crafts to this weekly meet-up and share knowledge with others. It does not matter if it is cardmaking, upholstery, knitting, crocheting, or any other type of craft. Line Dancing Come and make friends and learn line dancing in Mittagong. People must be members of Mittagong Seniors to participate, with an annual fee of $10 and a weekly attendance fee of five dollars. Those interested can turn up on the day to learn more or email mittagongseniors@gmail.com for more information. Ukulele group People can learn more about playing the ukulele and make friends. People must be members of Mittagong Seniors to participate, with an annual fee of $10 and a weekly attendance fee of five dollars. Those interested can turn up on the day to learn more or email mittagongseniors@gmail.com for more information. Read also: Frensham Junior School wins special mention in Picasso Cows for Gibsy Qigong classes Seniors can take part in Qigong classes, with gentle exercises to help people increase their energy and reduce stress. People must be members of Mittagong Seniors to participate, which is an annual fee of $10. The class has a weekly fee of five dollars. Those interested can turn up on the day, call the centre on 4868 0888, or email mittagongseniors@gmail.com for more information. Mature Exercises AUSfit leader Jane Reid helps seniors improve their flexibility, balance and movement through gentle exercises. To take part in classes, people must become a Mittagong Seniors member which has an annual fee of $10, along with a weekly attendance fee. Those interested can turn up on the day to learn more or email mittagongseniors@gmail.com for more information. Volunteering opportunities through Volwing Volwing is the region's volunteer resource organisation, where people can make a difference in the community, learn new skills and make friends. There are various positions available that cater to many interests. They include teaching learners to drive, greeting tourists at museums, serving food, being a reading assistant at a primary school, tending to gardens, and more. To find out more, go to volwing.org.au, call the office on 4869 4617, or visit the office from Monday to Thursday from 9.30am to 1pm. Our journalists work hard to provide local, up-to-date news to the community. This is how you can access our trusted content:
