Seniors Month 2023

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The Western Downs is celebrating its seniors with a wide array of exciting and engaging activities planned throughout the region during Queensland Seniors Month. Council invites all seniors to be a part of this celebration! Don't miss out on the diverse range of activities and events we have in store just for you! Mark your calendars and join us in making Queensland Seniors Month a truly special and memorable experience.

Chinchilla & District

Friday, 6 October | 9:30am

RSL Sub Branch Morning Tea | RSL Sub Branch Chinchilla, 61 Heeney Street Chinchilla
Come along and enjoy a cuppa and morning tea. All welcome. If you require transport, please contact the RSL Sub Branch 07 4662 7196

Wednesday, 11 October | 10:30am 

Seniors Movie 'The Duke' | Chinchilla Cinema
Come along and enjoy a special screening of 'The Duke'. $2 entry. Booking essential, tickets are limited.
RSVP Essential to Hannah Conroy on 0498 494 779 or email hannah.conroy@wdrc.qld.gov.au to reserve your spot.

Thursday, 19 October | 10am 

Seniors Morning Tea in The Parkland | Chinchilla Botanic Parkland
Free Event. Chinchilla Botanic Parkalnds. Free morning tea and entertainment.
RSVP by 10th of October to Hannah Conroy 0498 494 779 hannah.conroy@wdrc.qld.gov.au

Tuesday, 24 October | 10am

Grandparents Storytime | Western Downs Library Chinchillla
Bring your Grandkid(s) to the Chinchilla Library for Storytime - fun, play-based environment which encourages language development and social interaction. Sessions feature nursery rhymes, action songs, free play and a story!

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Dalby & District

Thursday, 5 October | 9:30am

Bell Seniors Event - Trivia & Morning Tea | Bunya Bell Community Centre
Trivia 1: 9:30am | Morning Tea: 10:00am | Trivia 2: 10:30am
RSVP to Mitch Pogan on 0438313789 or Mitchell.Pogan@wdrc.qld.gov.au or Community Centre on 0746631087

Wednesday, 11 October | 9:30am

Jandowae Seniors Event - Trivia & Morning Tea | Jandowae Customer Contact Centre 
Trivia 1: 9:30am | Morning Tea: 10:30am | Trivia 2: 11am
RSVP to Mitch Pogan on 0438313789 or Mitchell.Pogan@wdrc.qld.gov.au or Jandowae Library on 1300 268 624

Tuesday, 17 October | 9:30am

Dalby Seniors Event - Indoor Movie & Morning Tea | Dalby Senior Citizens Hall
Morning Tea & Music followed by the movie, "Mrs Harris Goes To Paris"
RSVP to Mitch Pogan on 0438313789 or Mitchell.Pogan@wdrc.qld.gov.au

Wednesday, 25 October | 9:30am

Seniors Trivia Pursuit | Dalby Library
Celebrate Seniors week by participating in our annual trivial game. Morning tea will be provided, and everyone is welcome.
Bookings are essential as spaces are limited.

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Miles & District

Wednesday, 18 October | 9:30am

Seniors Morning Tea and Movie Day | Wandoan Cultural Centre
Morning Tea: 9.30am | Movie, "POMS": 12pm | Guest Speaker: Community Health Nurse - Sue Walker
RSVP by 11 October to Petrice Dobbin on 0487 007 805 or petrice.dobbin@wdrc.qld.gov.au
(Please advise of Dietary Requirements)

Wednesday, 25 October | 10am

Seniors Morning Tea and Game of Pirates | Miles Leichhardt Centre
Morning Tea: 10 am | Game of Pirates: 12pm | Guest Speaker: Community Health Nurse - Sue Walker
RSVP by 18 October to Petrice Dobbin on 0487 007 805 or petrice.dobbin@wdrc.qld.gov.au
(Please advise of Dietary Requirements)

Thursday, 26 October | 5:30pm

Miles Regional Arts Council Dress Rehearsal of Local Productions Plays | Miles Leichhardt Centre
Doors Open: 5:30pm, 6pm start. "Circus" written by Mark Langham and "Husbands Murderers Support Group"  Written by Hugh O'Brien. Free Entry. Light Supper at interval to be provided 2 x 30 min shows.

Tara & District

Wednesday, 11 October | 9am

Cinema Bus Trip 'The Duke' | Chinchilla Cinema
Free Bus Departing Tara Customer Service Centre: 9am | Movie: 10.30am. 
Enjoy a special screening of 'The Duke' at the Chinchilla Cinema. $2 entry. Free Bus from Tara. Booking essential, tickets are limited.
RSVP Essential to Jessica Norford 0437 036 720 or jessica.norford@wdrc.qld.gov.au

Thursday, 19 October | 9am

Morning Melodys, Morning Tea and Barefoot Bowls | Tara Bowls Club
9am Morning Melodies and morning Tea followed by Barefoot Bowls. $5 per person for Barefoot Bowls

CANCELLED Wednesday, 25 October | 9:30am

Free Annual Seniors Morning Tea | Tara Function Room
Annual Seniors Morning Tea & Bingo | 9:30am
Morning Tea, The Gums State School Performance, Bingo and Self guided tour 2023 Tara & District Art Exhibition. Gold Coin donation to view exhibition. Clay Workshop | 1pm $30 Per Person for the Clay Workshop. Limited spaces. RSVP Essential to Jessica Norford 0437 036 720 or Jessica.Norford@wdrc.qld.gov.au

When

  • Thursday, 05 October 2023 | 09:30 AM - Thursday, 26 October 2023 | 07:30 PM

Location

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