COMMUNITY
CALL-OUTS

National Volunteer Week 17-23 May

The Shire will be hosting a free Introduction to Volunteering workshop led by the community development officer, Kim Rosenfeld, on the benefits of volunteering and anyone looking for volunteer roles, on Tues 18 May 10-12pm at the Margaret River HEART.

RSVP to Community Development Officer, Kim Rosenfeld 9780 5233 or krosenfeld@amrshire.wa.gov.au

Strategic Planning for Community Groups

The Strategic Planning for Community Groups is a free interactive workshop that will guide participants through a simple process for planning your next board or committee meeting. It includes afternoon tea and is on Tues 18th May 1-3.30pm at the HEART.

RSVP to ConnectGroups 9364 6909 or info@connectgroups.org.au

Sundowner & Networking Event

A Sundowner & Networking Event on Tuesday 18 May 4-6pm at Margaret River Heart will include a presentation on funding opportunities. It’s also the ideal chance to meet the ConnectGroups team and network with other community groups. Canapes and drinks provided.

RSVP to ConnectGroups or 9364 6909 or info@connectgroups.org.au

Social Media Basics for Community Groups

Looking for a workshop that will introduce you to social media and how to use socials to promote your community group?
The Social Media Basics workshop will be the answer. The session will cover basic social media functions, planning and the creation of engaging content. The last hour will be a hands-on session to share social media challenges and ideas, tips and tricks. BYO laptop, tablet or smartphone. Morning tea provided. Phone 9364 6909 for your free place.

RSVP to ConnectGroups or 9364 6909 or info@connectgroups.org.au

Nannas for Native Forests

On Thursday 20th May the Nannas for Native Forests will be leaf-stitching from 11.30am-1pm at Riversmith Cafe on Margaret River main street.

They raise awareness of the plight of our forests and campaign to stop logging, stitch by stitch, leaf by leaf, and conversation by conversation.

Anyone is welcome to join them. No need to bring anything. They have everything you’ll need and can teach you if you’re not sure what to do.

Contact Pam on 0411 224 748 for further information.

Community Fire workshop

The Undalup Association is holding a Traditional Fire Workshop on Thurs 27th May from 1pm-6pm at Tanah Marah Function Centre. The workshop will include guest speakers Wadandi Elder Dr Wayne Webb and Wadandi Cultural Custodian Iszaac Webb.

Contact: Linda and Rory Curtin 0419865272
E: tanahmarah@gmail.com
https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/traditional-fire-management-workshop-tickets-153195071583

The Tribute Tree Sponsored Workshop

A call out for children aged 6 – 11 years for a marine workshop! It is on Saturday 22nd 1:30 – 3:30pm at the Chapel Gallery on Tunbridge Street. A marine biologist’s talk about our watery worlds is followed by an origami workshop where children can learn how to make their own amazing sea creatures. Kids are encouraged to bring along anything they have found on their beach wanderings for identification and explanation.

Contact Georgina on 0447 440 492 for details.