April 2025 Newsletter

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APRIL 2025

Naracoorte Lucindale Community Events Newsletter

ANZAC DAY SERVICES

Friday 25th I Naracoorte & Lucindale

The Naracoorte ANZAC Day Dawn Service will be held at the Naracoorte War Memorial in the Town Square at 5.15am for a 5.30am start. The service will be followed by a commemorative march and a breakfast at the Naracoorte Hotel.

The Lucindale RSL will hold an ANZAC Day service at 6 45am for a 7am start at the Lucindale War Memorial, followed by a breakfast at the Lucindale War Memorial Hall

ANNUAL LUCINDALE EASTER TENNIS TOURNAMENT

Easter Long Weekend I Lucindale Country Club

The Lucindale Tennis Club is excited to be hosting the 59th Annual Lucindale Easter Tennis Tournament at the Lucindale Country Club

Played on 12 beautiful lawn tennis courts, this is a very special event

Run over 3 days, the tournament features men’s, women’s and junior singles and doubles, as well as mixed doubles

Free for spectators, catering available

KEYDATESFORAPRIL

Easter Long Weekend - Lucindale

Easter Tennis Tournament@ Lucindale Country Club

25th - ANZAC Day services in Naracoorte and Lucindale

MEMORIAL UNVEILING AT LUCINDALE

Sunday 6th I Centenary Park, Lucindale I 2pm

An official ceremony will be held at Lucindale’s Centenary Park to commemorate and unveil a memorial in honour of the late Brevet Sergeant Jason Doig. All welcome. Limiting seating will be available.

10TH ANNUAL SA FIRE FIGHTERS MEMORIAL SERVICE & WREATH LAYING

Saturday 12th I SA Volunteer Fire Fighters Museum, Kingston Avenue, Naracoorte I 11am

Further enquiries to Alan Hall 0417 820 134

THE JOHN DRAMA IN NARACOORTE

Saturday 5th & Sunday 6th I Naracoorte Town Hall

A 90-minute production of the powerful yet surprising life of Jesus featuring local actors and actresses

This free event will be held in the Naracoorte Town Hall at 7pm on Saturday 5 April, and 3pm on Sunday 6 April

All of the Library’s much-loved and regular activities continue in April including Active Storytime, Bat Cave Babies, knitting group, CHATS group, LEGO Club, VR sessions, Teen Art Club, and more!

In April, the Library will also host 3 author visits:

Nicole Alexander, 10am, Tuesday 8th April

Wendy Altschwager, 10am, Wednesday 9th April

Liz Crowley, 10am, Wednesday 16th April

For bookings, phone the Library on 8760 1170

Keep an eye out for more information on all of these activities and more on the Library + Town Hall’s Facebook page at www.facebook.com/naracoortelibrarytownhall

COMING UP IN MAY........

NARACOORTE GIRL GUIDES MOTHER DAUGHTER DAY

Sunday 18th May I Girl Guide Hall, 2 Porter Street, Naracoorte I 2-5pm

Relax and enjoy high tea while learning how to do kids’ hairstyles, and then a makeup tutorial Tickets $20, 10 years old and under $10 Tickets essential via www trybooking com/CZLPY

NARACOORTE ART GALLERY

91 Ormerod Street I Naracoorte

There’s something for everyone at the Naracoorte Art Gallery again this month including:

The official opening of the ‘2025 Ibis Rising Art Competition Exhibition’ at 6pm on Wednesday 16 April. Entries will close in the competition at 4pm on Thursday 10 April - entry forms and terms and conditions are available from the gallery. The exhibition will run until 1 June.

‘Little Blooms Exhibition’ by Edenhope artist Meagan Lonsdale is on show until 13 April in the new talent art space. The exhibition features a collection of paintings showcasing local orchids.

‘Still Life Workshop’ by exhibiting artist Ron Penrose at 9am-3pm on Sunday 13 April. $110 per person, materials provided. BYO lunch and table easel. Prepayment essential by contacting the gallery.

‘Recognition Exhibition’ by Ron Penrose is on show until 13 April.

Following on from the fun portrait workshop for kids and teens, bring the kids and teens into the gallery any time during opening hours until Sunday 13 April and create a portrait! It’s a free activity and you can display your portrait in the gallery. All materials provided Watercolour Line & Wash Workshops - Friday 25 April at 6pm and Saturday 26 April at 10am Erryn Munchenberg is returning to the gallery for these two workshops where you will learn line and wash techniques Prepayment and bookings are essential by contacting the gallery

For more information and bookings: Contact the gallery on 87623390 or email naracoortegallery@gmail.com or visit www.naracoorteartgallery.com.au

The gallery, located at 91 Ormerod Street, is open Wednesday to Friday from 10am to 4pm and Saturday and Sunday from 10am to 3pm, subject to volunteers

REGULAR EVENTS

MONDAY

Lions Club of Naracoorte

Help make a difference to your local community through a service club which raises money for projects locally, and at State, national and international levels.

Location: “Lion’s Den”, Deviation Road

Time: 7.30pm

Dates: 1st & 3rd Monday of the month

For more information: Malcolm McEachern 0418 524 045

Naracoorte Lucindale Concert Band

Location: Naracoorte Town Hall

Time: 6 30pm-7 30pm

Dates: Every Monday Night

For more information: Sonja Gooding 0481 835 126

Rotary Club of Naracoorte Inc.

Location: Billy Mac's, Ormerod Street, Naracoorte

Time: 6pm for 6 30pm start

Dates: 2nd & 4th Monday of the month

For more information: naracoorterotary@yahoo com au

Naracoorte Singers

If you enjoy singing, come along and join in with the Naracoorte Singers. New singers are welcome.

Location: Seymour Hall, Naracoorte Anglican Church

Time: 7.00pm

Dates: Every Monday night

For more information: Amanda Wardle 0437 001 522.

Naracoorte Mill Quilters

A group of like-minded people that meet monthly to create, chat and share. New members are always welcome, especially beginners.

Location: Naracoorte Presbyterian Church Hall

Time: 9.30am-3pm

Dates: 2nd Monday of the month

For more information: Phone 0428 106 608

Naracoorte Men's Probus

Fun and friendship in retirement. Probus provides you with the opportunity to join a social club in Naracoorte to meet retirees on a regular basis, listen to interesting speakers and join together in activities

Location: Naracoorte Bowling Club

Date / Time: 3rd Monday of the month at 9 30am

For more information: Wayne 0429 647 455

Naracoorte Ladies Probus

Location: Billy Mac's , Naracoorte Hotel

Date / Time: 4th Monday of the month at 10am

For more information : Anna 0403 913 246

Card Making Classes

Everyone welcome Kits are prepared in advance for anyone attending, so bookings are essential

No classes in December

Location: Lutheran Church Hall, Magarey Crescent

Time: 12 30pm

Dates: As above

For more information: Margaret 0438 886 424

TUESDAY

Anglican Church Playgroup

Every Tuesday - All welcome

Location: Laurie Crescent

Time: 9.30am - 11am

For more information:

Limestone Coast Toy Library

Location: 48 Sandstone Avenue

Dates and Times: Tuesdays 2pm-4.30pm Thursdays 9.30am- 12 noon and the 1st and 3rd Saturday of each month 9.30am - 12 noon.

For more information: 0497 410 841

Naracoorte Highland Pipe Band

Everybody welcome, come along, join in, learn to play bagpipes or drums.

Location: Various

Time: 7pm-9pm

Dates: Every Tuesday

For more information: Phone Ed 0475 428 989

Naracoorte Spinners and Weavers

New members welcome.

Location: Sheep's Back Museum, Kybybolite School Room.

Time: 9.30am-2.30pm

Dates: Last Tuesday of the month

For more information : Helen 0419 781 095

Naracoorte Suicide Prevention Network

Everybody welcome.

Location: Naracoorte Hotel Breakfast room

Time: 7pm

Dates: 1st Tuesday of the month

Naracoorte Anglers Club

We encourage everyone interested in fishing to come along and share their experiences of their catches and the one that got away, after all it's not just about catching fish but having fun along the way

Location: Naracoorte Anglers Clubrooms, Park Terrace

Time: 7 30pm

Dates: 1st Tuesday of the month

For more information: Facebook

REGULAR EVENTS

Naracoorte District Men’s Shed

Everyone welcome.

Location: 6 Sports Centre Drive, turn right in front of Basketball Stadium

Time: From 9am-1pm

Dates: Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday

For more information: Phone Harold 0459 621 687 or David 0439 253 526

Naracoorte Embroiderers Guild

New members welcome

Location: Sheep’s Back Museum

Time: 9 30am-2 30pm

Dates: 4th Tuesday of the month

For more information: Phone Kaye 0431 961 005

WEDNESDAY

Naracoorte Community Walking Group

Location: Naracoorte Sound Shell

Time: 9am

Dates: Every Wednesday

For more information: Contact Good Country Physiotherapy, 157 Smith Street, Naracoorte, phone 8762 1515

Naracoorte Business Association

Come along and have your say - be involved.

Location: Various locations

Time: 6pm

Dates: 2nd Wednesday of the month.

For more information: email naralucbta@hotmail.com or phone 0429 063 816

Captured Images Naracoorte Photography Club

Everyone welcome, come along to learn and share your expertise.

Location: Naracoorte Art Gallery

Time: 7.30 pm

Dates: 2nd Wednesday of the month.

For more information: Diana Vine 0427 838 814

Naracoorte Men’s Cancer Support Group

All men who have had cancer, receiving treatment, lost a loved one or may be a carer are welcome to attend for a cuppa and a chat, or discuss any issues that you may have

Location: Naracoorte Hotel

Time: 10am

Dates: 4th Wednesday of the month

For more information: phone Bob 0419 831 601

Upper South East Women‘s Cancer Support Group

A friendship group to support women impacted by cancer.All welcome.

Location: Naracoorte Library

Time: 10am

Dates: 1st Wednesday of the month

For more information: phone Ann 0428 854 825

THURSDAY

Alcoholics Anonymous Naracoorte

Cost: Free

Location: Rear of Church of Christ, Jenkins Terrace Time: 7.00pm Thursdays

For more information: Contact 1300222222

Friendship Centre

Everybody welcome, relax, enjoy, and play games, sit and chat. Bring your own craft project or learn a new one. Morning tea provided (during school terms only). Cost: $3 Donation

Location: Church of Christ hall, 64Jenkins Terrace

Time: 10am - 12 noon Thursdays

For more information: Contact 0459 622 288

Ukulele Club

Everybody welcome, come along, join in, learn to play.

Location: Naracoorte Hotel Breakfast Room

Time: 7-9pm

Dates: Every Thursday

For more information: Phone Margaret 0407 608 079

Naracoorte SA 4WD Club INC.

New 4WDers welcome.

Location: Anglers Clubrooms on Park Terrace Time: 6pm Sausage Sizzle, 7pm meeting starts Dates: 3rd Thursday of the month

For more information: contact Peter Flavel 0428 838 454 or email pfia@bigpond.com

FRIDAY

Walk the Limestone Coast - Friday Walks with Barefoot and Nourished- Nature Walking for Wellbeing

Friday mornings we explore the Naracoorte Caves and the Caves Range Forest.

These walks are a wonderful way to connect with others and observe the small changes in the seasons. Pack your raincoat as we walk in all weather!

First walk is complimentary, if you'd like to come and try, or like more information, message 0408 086 792.

Location: Naracoorte Caves Range area

Time: 9.30 - 10.30am.

Dates: Every Friday

For more information: 0408 086 792

REGULAR EVENTS

Canasta

The Naracoorte Canasta group invites you to come along and enjoy a friendly game of Canasta

New members welcome to join them for a social afternoon, which includes afternoon tea

Location: Senior Citizens Clubrooms, Sandstone Avenue

Time: 12 45pm

Dates: Every Friday

For more information: 0437621252

Acey Squares (Square Dancing)

Square dancing beginners and mainstream levels. Families welcome, will hold instructions for beginners.

Location: Naracoorte Lutheran Church Hall

Time: 7.30–10.30pm.

Dates: Every Friday

For more information: Alan 0417 820 134

Wood Oven Pizza

Rileys Wood Oven Pizza available every Friday night 5 pm - 9pm - William MacIntosh- pick up or delivery

Phone: 08 8762 1922

SATURDAY

Market Day

Naracoorte Historic Vehicle Club Market Day Local produce, Homemade Goods, Craftwares, Bric-A-Brac, BBQ/Sausage sizzle Historic Vehicle Display Open

Dates: Second Saturday of the Month

Time: 8-11.30am

Location: Sheep’s Back Museum , MacDonnell St

For more information: contact Doris 0447 170 155

Live Music

Relax and enjoy. Bookings essential.

Cost: Free

Location: Highlander Restaurant, William MacIntosh

Time: From 6-9pm

Dates: Last Saturday of the month

For more information: Phone 8762 1644

Naracoorte Lake Parkrun

The 5km timed event is for walkers, joggers and runners of all standards Registration is completely free and only needs to be done once! Simply complete the registration form at www parkrun com au/register, print your barcode and head down to the lake

Cost: Free

NARACOORTE VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE

For more information or to list an event, contact the Naracoorte Visitor Information Centre (08) 8762 1399 or call into the centre at 36 MacDonnell Street, Naracoorte

www facebook com/visitnaracoorte

Email: naracoortevic@nlc sa gov au

Web: www naracoortelucindale com

Event dates and details are subject to change All reasonable care has been taken with the information provided. The Naracoorte Visitor Information Centre accepts no responsibility for errors and inaccuracies. (Some events may not be held in January.)

Location: Naracoorte Swimming Lake, Moore Street

Time: Pre-event briefing at 7 50am

Dates: Every Saturday

A list of registered community groups held in Naracoorte can be found here: https://sacommunity.org/

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