Upcoming Events

Parkes Ukulele Players

Do you have a ukulele in the back of your cupboard and you want to learn to play?

Every Monday evening, a group of ukulele players will be getting together to play and learn new tunes.

Bring along your ukulele and a happy face!

Cost

$2

When

7 pm to 9 pm on Monday evenings

Where

Parkes Community Hall

Old Parkes Hospital

Cnr Coleman and Rose Streets

Disabled ramp available.

More Information

For more information contact Bob Steel on 0427 636 979 or Maree Mulligan on 0427 623 802.

Be educated! 

Local History Talk by Ed Tonks

Ed Tonks is a historian and author from Newcastle who also happens to be an expert on Captain Gordon Campbell Wilson. Come along and hear the extraordinary but true story of Gordon Campbell Wilson – an unsung hero of Australian history.

A light supper will be provided.

When

6pm Wednesday 26 February

Where

Parkes Library

RSVP

Contact Parkes Library on 6861 2309 library@parkes.nsw.gov.au

Welcome the Relics of St. Therese of Lisieux and her Parents Sts. Louis and Zelie Martin

When:

9.30am Friday 28 February 2020

Where:

Parkes Holy Family Catholic Church

Mass will be concelebrated by Bishop Columbia and Father Barry Dwyer, to welcome the relics of Saint Therese of Lisieux and her parents Saint Louis and Zelie Martin, to Parkes.

The Relics will be on display and public veneration will commence after Mass until 12.30pm. Morning Tea will be available at the Holy Family School in Albert Street from 11am-11.45am.

Be Active!

Local Government Touch Carnival

Come along to the LG Touch Carnival!

The social touch tournament is for Local Government employees, their families, friends and allied industries.

Teams will play during the day and rewarded with a BBQ & awards presentation at it’s conclusion.

Registrations are now open, please complete your application online via Survey Monkey.

When

9 am to 4 pm on Saturday 29 February

Where

McGlynn Oval

Station St, Parkes

More Information

For more information please contact Millie Austin, Parkes Shire Council Events Officer millie.austin@parkes.nsw.gov.au

Logan Delaney Fundraiser

Logan Delaney was diagnosed with stage 4 high risk neuroblastoma in July 2019. By the time of diagnosis the cancer had spread throughout his little body. To date, Logan has received 6 rounds of chemotherapy, 3 rounds of immunotherapy, 2 operations, stem cell harvest and countless blood transfusions. Logan has relapsed, he has a bleed on the brain caused by 3 aggressive cancerous tumours and a tumour on his thigh. The little warrior has fought hard ad strong and with this new diagnosis his little body will gain have t o endure the grueling process of chemotherapy.

During the night entertainment will be provided by DJ Kevvy, and include other activities and events such as a:

♦ Sausage sizzle

♦ Games for kids

♦ Lucky door prizes

♦ Photo booths

♦ Raffles

♦ Auction

Please come along and show your support for Logan and his family.

When

6 pm to 10:30 pm on Saturday 29 February

Where

Parkes Railway Bowling Club

4 Hooley Street, Parkes

More Information

For more information contact Teresa on 0419 972 490

Relax! 

Bent Girls Night Out

With the kids going back to school, it’s time for you to book a night out with the girls to relax and enjoy some “me time”!

A delicious 4 course tasting menu has been designed and is sure to please everyone’s taste buds.

Take a break from reality, the job, the kids, the hubby and gather up the girls and reserve a table.

♦ Dress Code – Smart casual

When

6 pm to 11 pm on Saturday 29 February

Where

Bent Food & Wine

10 Court Street, Parkes

Bookings

Call (02) 6862 2229 to make a booking.

Cost: $48 per person

Final numbers required by Tuesday 25 February

More Information

Follow along with Bent Food & Wine‘s Facebook page for more information.