Members of the Finley Art Network are looking forward to hosting another exhibition which will feature their workshop experiences.
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All members have had a hand in this exhibition, to be held on March 21 at the gallery from 10.30am.
There will be morning and afternoon tea provided for $5, and the organisers are hoping for a good response from the local community and visitors, as has been the case with other exhibitions.
The painting the artists are all very proud of is the ‘Lady with the Umbrella’.
The painting has been divided into 16 small pieces, blown up to A4 size and a piece given to each member, who then has had to follow their copy.
Quite a number of these workshops have been held by the group, and anyone who is interested in coming to the sessions is welcome, as are those who would like to join the group at any time.
The gallery is open each Saturday morning from 10.30am and each Tuesday afternoon from 1.30pm.
Members are always willing to assist and encourage new members who may need reassurance.
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Just a reminder that Fire & Rescue NSW Finley branch will be holding an information session at the station this evening at 6pm.
On-call firefighters are urgently needed in the area with five vacancies in Finley.
On-call firefighters respond to fires and other emergencies on an ‘on-call, part-time basis.
Training includes advanced first aid, heavy vehicle driving, and emergency response procedures for fires, road accidents, and hazardous material spills.
Firefighters also educate the community on fire safety and prevention.
An invitation to attend the session is extended to all men and women in the community who would like to investigate whether they would like to be involved in this important role.
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The Finley Garden Club annual general meeting was held Monday, March 2, with 23 members attending.
Kathy Haigh was elected president, Helen McAllister secretary and Judith Rourke treasurer.
Judith took on the treasurer’s position from Heather Gillespie who stood down after 11 years of dedicated service to the club.
Executive and members are looking forward to a great year with guests bringing their knowledge on dahlias, chrysanthemums and bees.
There will also be two garden visits, and Rob Hamilton’s ‘Wood n That’ in Cobram.
Anyone is welcome to join in and become a member. Meetings take place the first Monday of every month. Happy gardening.
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Advice has been received that bookings for the Neil Diamond Musical ‘A Beautiful Noise’, which is being organised by Finley Probus Club and is taking place at the Princess Theatre, Melbourne on Wednesday September 30, are now full.
However, the organisers have a waiting list in place so anyone who would like to give an expression of interest can call Myra Cowell on 0428 826 338.
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Various health opportunities will take place in Finley during March.
The Breast Screen Bus will be at the Finley Hospital from now until April 10.
All women over 50 are encouraged to book in as soon as possible by calling 132 050 or go to www.breastscreen.nsw.gov.au.
A palliative care information session will be held at Finley RS Club on Friday, March 12 from 10am to noon.
For further information go to the Finley LHAC Facebook page or email finleylhac@gmail.com.
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Don’t forget the special Freaky Friday deal at the Finley Hospital Auxiliary Op Shop this Friday, March 13.
Customers can buy one item of clothing and get one free so be sure to take advantage of this great offer. Priced items not included.
All proceeds from the Op Shop are used to supply extra facilities for the local hospital.
Members of the auxiliary would like to thank those who so generously give items for sale. However, they set a standard and a large percentage of these goods are not up to that standard.
They would like to ask that donations being made are presented in a clean saleable manner.
Also, it would be appreciated if donations could be left when the shop is open.
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‘Unlocking Hope No. 19 – Understanding Dementia’ will take place at the Finley RS Club on Tuesday, March 17 at 10.15am for 10.30am and will go for about an hour.
Dementia consultant Talia Bryce is the guest speaker. She has significant experience in aged care and will talk about the free nationwide support (funded by the Australian Government) provided by DSA to people living with dementia, their carers and people who support them.
This includes strategies to improve quality of life and manage the causes of behaviors that can sometimes cause distress.
Those attending will have the opportunity to talk with Talia and members of the alliance who are vitally interested in providing assistance and education to members of local communities.
Remember, ‘Together, we can make a difference!’
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