Step into Seniors Week in the Lockyer Valley
Lockyer Valley Regional Council wants local seniors to step into this year's Seniors Week celebrations.
Running over nine days, Lockyer Valley Regional Council Mayor Tanya Milligan said seniors played a vital role in the community.
Seniors are the foundation of the Lockyer Valley community and hold such a wealth of knowledge.
This year marks the first region-wide program and we are proud to partner with an array of Lockyer Valley community groups who have put their hand up, due to popular demand, to stage events.
It also gives our seniors the chance to connect and socialise, which is extremely important.
Seniors Week is a wonderful celebration of our regions' wisest and I look forward to seeing you there, Mayor Milligan said.
This year's program includes:
Saturday 13 August
- Lockyer Valley National Seniors Games and Activities Morning will be held at the Gatton Seniors Centre, North Street, Gatton from 9am - 11.30am. Come along for a morning of fun indoor games for all ages and a delicious morning tea. Free entry and no RSVP required.
- Native Bee-Keeping Workshop will be held at the Gatton Senior's Centre, North Street, Gatton from 1.30pm - 4.30pm. Learn about hive splitting, honey extraction, how to extract hives and more. Entry is $5. Book on 5466 3425.
Sunday 14 August
- Combined Churches Gospel Service will be held at the Gatton Seniors Centre, North Street, Gatton from 2pm - 3pm. Afternoon tea will be provided after the service. Doors open at 1.45pm and entry is free.
Monday 15 August
- Mystery Movie Double Feature will be held at the Lockyer Valley Library (Gatton) from 10am - 12pm. Book now for your chance to relax and enjoy a mystery movie. Purchase lunch at the Staging Post Caf after the screening, where a seniors' menu is available. Seating is limited so book from 9am 13 July on 5466 3425, at Council's office in Gatton or Laidley or at the Lake Apex Visitor Information Centre in Gatton.
Tuesday 16 August
- Gatton COTA Seniors Social Day will be held at the Gatton Seniors Centre, North Street, Gatton from 9.30am - 1.30pm. This year's theme is Bridging the Generational Gap. Enjoy a visit from Peace Lutheran Primary School students and enjoy a two-course lunch plus lucky door prizes. Book from 9am Wednesday 13 July on 5465 7127 as seats are limited. $10 per person.
- FOLA Morning Tea will be held at Gatton's Lake Apex Picnic Shelter, Lake Apex Drive, from 9.30am. Friends of Lake Apex invite seniors to share morning tea and learn about flora and fauna. Entry is free.
Wednesday 17 August
- Gatton Luncheon will be held at the Gatton Shire Hall, North Street from 9.30am - 1pm. Enjoy a fun-filled morning with lucky door prizes, raffles and entertainment, morning tea and lunch. Entry is free and bookings are essential from 13 July. To book contact 5466 3425, visit Council's office in either Gatton or Laidley or the Lake Apex Visitor Information Centre in Gatton. Limited to one luncheon event per person.
Thursday 18 August
- Laidley Luncheon will be held at the Laidley Cultural Centre, Laidley-Plainland Road from 9.30am - 1pm. Enjoy a fun-filled morning with lucky door prizes, raffles and entertainment, morning tea and lunch. Entry is free and bookings are essential from 13 July. To book contact 5466 3425, visit Council's office in either Gatton or Laidley or the Lake Apex Visitor Information Centre in Gatton. Limited to one luncheon event per person.
Friday 19 August
- Vintage and Classic Car Rides will be held at the Gatton and District Historical Village or the Laidley Pioneer Village and Museum from 9.30am - 12.30pm. A wonderful morning out for vintage car lovers to enjoy a short car ride, morning tea and sausage sizzle lunch. The event is free but bookings are essential on 5466 3425 or the Lake Apex Visitor Information Centre in Gatton.
- Over 50's Lifestyle Expo will be held at the Lockyer Valley Cultural Centre in Gatton from 1pm - 4pm. Exhibitors will showcase options for lifestyle, travel, health and accommodation for over 50's in the community. Entertainment and afternoon tea will be provided. Entry is free and the first 50 guests will receive a free gift.
Saturday 20 August
- Murphys Creek Morning Tea will be held at the Murphys Creek Neighbourhood Centre from 9.30am. Entry is $3. Book on 4630 5084.
- Afternoon Concert will be held at the Gatton Seniors Centre, North Street from 1pm - 4.30pm. Come along for an afternoon of great country music. $7 per person.
Sunday 21 August
- Lockyer Lifestyle and Leisure Expo will be held at the Lockyer Valley Sports and Aquatic Centre, Spencer Street Gatton from 10am - 2pm. From bush walking to line dancing, book clubs or camping, there's something for everyone. Free entry.
There really is something for everyone in this year's program.
The Gatton and Laidley Luncheons are always popular so I would encourage anyone interested to make their booking now, she said.
Please see program and booking form below:
For more information on any of the events visit the Luvyalockyer website or contact Council on 1300 005 872.
