Forest Lake Friendship Group If you’re new to Forest Lake, or just want to extend your social network, this is a great opportunity to meet new people, make friends and enjoy some friendly conversation. 6th May:
Coffee at DC’s Forest Lake 10.30am
13th May:
Coffee at DC’s Forest Lake 10.30am
20th May:
Dinner at 2-Fish, Forest Lake 6.30pm RSVP by 19th May Ph: 0409 789 625
27th May:
Coffee at DC’s Forest Lake 10.30am
3rd June:
Coffee at Coffee Club Forest Lake 10.30am RSVP by 2nd June Ph: 0409 789 625
ALL WELCOME Phone Annelie on 0409 789 625
Forest Lake Area
Garden Group
by John Prout As we approach Mother’s Day, all the children, regardless of their age, are planning where to take Mum, Nana or Grandma to lunch for her special day of the year. Select somewhere nice as all Mums deserve the best treatment. Even breakfast in bed is enjoyable in some cases but it’s a problem when orange juice is spilt on the sheets thereby giving Mum more work. This day is our opportunity to express our gratitude to our Mums. Children love to show the cards they have made at school which becomes a treasured keepsake for Mum. One of the popular flowers to give Mum is the chrysanthemum (Chrysanthemum grandiflorum). Most chrysanthemums are upright plants with lobed leaves that can be aromatic. The many showy flower heads, carried at the tips of strong stems, begin to bloom as the days shorten. Maybe this flower is sought after on Mother’s Day as the spelling ends with “mum”. On our recent bus trip we travelled to the Broadwater in the Rum Cruiser on the Gold Coast, and spent the afternoon exploring the secrets Gold Coast Regional Botanic Gardens. This is truly a hidden treasure. If you have the opportunity to visit, then it is recommended. Our next bus trip will be on Saturday 19 July as we visit northern NSW and the Gold Coast Hinterland. The flyer will be available at this month’s meeting. Recently our member, Linda Hore, opened her garden for members and friends to visit. When a member has an ‘open garden’, it gives us the opportunity to see what is growing successfully in our local area as well as a chance for a chat over a cuppa. Thanks Linda for an enjoyable afternoon.
WHAT'S ON FOREST LAKE COMMUNITY HOUSE BOOKINGS - JACK 3279 9111 | PRESIDENT - CHARLES STRUNK MON
9:00AM BCC Immunisation Clinic (2nd & 4th Monday) 3403 8888 9:30AM Happy House Playgroup No 1 3279 9111 3:30PM Fitness and Dance Belinda 0419 796 393 / 3273 6367 6:00PM Moon Lee Tae Kwan Do Wayne 0419 713 907 7:15PM F’Lake Toastmasters (1st & 3rd Monday) Grant 0415 699 032 7:30PM ALP Board Meeting (4th Mon, Feb-Dec) Chas 3278 9805
TUES 9:15AM Balancing gentle exercise to music for seniors 3879 4020 11:30AM Indoor Bowls (Cost $4.50) Jean 3372 6894 6:00PM Moon Lee Tae Kwan Do Wayne 0419 713 907 7:30PM F’Lake Area Garden Group (2nd Tues, Feb-Nov) John 3288 3131 WED
9:30AM Happy House Playgroup No 2 3279 9111 6:30PM BFIT 4 LIFE (Dance, cheer & fitness) Melanie 0415 651 290 7:30PM Lions Club Business Meeting (2nd Wed) Heather 3278 9817
THUR 3:30PM Fitness and Dance Belinda 0419 796 393 / 3273 6367 FRI
SAT
9:00AM 11:00AM 12NOON 7:30PM 7:30PM
F’Lake Crafters Group Lyndsay 3372 4938 Grace 3371 1179 Robyn 3372 9883 Annastacia Palaszczuk MP Appointments 3372 3207 / 3279 9111 Ladies Fellowship Luncheon Lorelle 0422 294 431 Southwest Brisbane Motoring Club (4th Friday) 3802 1902 Assembly of God Youth Activities (3rd Friday) Chad 0413 428 630
10AM Tiny Tutus Pre School Ballett Open for Bookings
SUN 10:00AM Freedom Christian Centre Contact Chad 0413 428 630 1:00PM Everlasting Gospel Church Ps Jose 0452 568 187
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Linda Hore, Jill Lowe and Pat Parlane at the open garden. Talking about ‘open gardens’ – we are pleased to announce that two of our members gardens will be opened in September as part of the Australian Open Garden Programme. Full details will be released as the openings draw nearer. At our May meeting we have Michael Dent as our guest speaker. Michael is well versed with the aloe plants (often referred to as Aloe Vera) and his home is also part of the Australian Open Garden Programme. Michael will have some aloes for sale. I hope you can attend the meeting and share an evening of gardening with us.
We are not fanatical gardeners, just friendly enthusiasts. Join us! Next meeting Tuesday May 13th, 2014. Forest Lake Community House, Alpine Place
For more information call John Prout on 3288 3131