Parra News March 12 2024
March 12 2024 edition of Parra News.
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THINGS TO DO<br />
Story Time at <strong>Parra</strong>matta Library<br />
Let little minds marvel as some of their favourite children’s<br />
books are brought to life at Story Time, held on level 1 in the<br />
children’s area of the <strong>Parra</strong>matta Library at PHIVE every day.<br />
Each session runs for 30 minutes. It’s free to join, and no<br />
bookings are needed. Visit cityofparramatta.nsw.gov.au for<br />
more information.<br />
Celebrating seniors in <strong>Parra</strong>matta<br />
Local seniors are invited to enjoy a series of free and low-cost<br />
events this month as part of the <strong>2024</strong> NSW Seniors Festival, on<br />
now in <strong>Parra</strong>matta. Whether you want to enjoy a range of live<br />
shows, exercise classes, or tours across <strong>Parra</strong>matta Aquatic<br />
Centre (PAC), <strong>Parra</strong>matta Library and PHIVE, there is truly<br />
something for everyone. Visit cityofparramatta.nsw.gov.au.<br />
Milestone for Men’s Shed<br />
To celebrate 10 years in operation, <strong>Parra</strong>matta District Men’s<br />
Shed will be putting on a garage sale and open day this<br />
Saturday, <strong>March</strong> 16 at 1 Fleet St, North <strong>Parra</strong>matta. Bring your<br />
friends and family along to tour the shed, chat to the members,<br />
and perhaps even join yourself. For more information, visit<br />
parramattadms.org.<br />
BARGAIN BUYS<br />
<strong>Parra</strong>matta Farmers Market<br />
Held every Wednesday in Centenary<br />
Square, <strong>Parra</strong>matta. For more details<br />
call 9806 5315.<br />
BUSINESS<br />
Merrylands Chamber of Commerce<br />
Regular events.<br />
For more information about<br />
membership and upcoming events,<br />
visit merrylandschamberofcommerce.<br />
com.au or call 1300 404 403.<br />
<strong>Parra</strong>matta Chamber of Commerce<br />
Regular meetings. 9635 0022.<br />
COMMUNITY GROUPS<br />
Rotary Club of <strong>Parra</strong>matta<br />
Regular meetings. New members<br />
welcome. For more information, visit<br />
www.parramattacityrotary.org.au.<br />
Lions Club of <strong>Parra</strong>matta<br />
Board Meeting second Wednesday<br />
of each month. Dinner Social night<br />
fourth Saturday of each month. New<br />
members welcome. Contact Graham<br />
Estreich on 0432 343 677.<br />
Pennant Hills VIEW Club<br />
Pennant Hills VIEW Club meets for<br />
lunch on the second Tuesday of each<br />
month at 11am at Oatlands Golf Club.<br />
Meetings consist of a two course<br />
lunch followed by an interesting guest<br />
speaker. Visitors and new members are<br />
welcome. Call Margaret on 9873 2402.<br />
Greystanes Probus Club<br />
Meetings are held on the 3rd Monday<br />
of the month at Wentworthville<br />
Leagues Club, 10am for 10.30am start.<br />
Visitors and New Members are<br />
welcome. Call Lynette 0403 338 337.<br />
COMMUNITY SERVICES<br />
City of <strong>Parra</strong>matta Food Service<br />
City of <strong>Parra</strong>matta coordinates a<br />
traditional Meals on Wheels service,<br />
the Let’s Dine Out restaurant option<br />
and a Social Lunch Program. For<br />
details, call 9806 5005.<br />
JP Service<br />
Justice of the Peace available at<br />
Carlingford Court Shopping Centre<br />
on Tuesdays from 11 am to 1pm, and<br />
Thursdays 4pm to 6pm.<br />
MUSEUMS & HISTORY<br />
Armory Gallery<br />
Part of the Newington Armory site,<br />
the Armory Gallery is housed in<br />
Building 18, near the <strong>Parra</strong>matta River,<br />
and is one of the largest armament<br />
storehouses constructed prior to<br />
World War II. Open Saturday and<br />
Sunday 10am to 4pm. Call 9714 7888.<br />
<strong>Parra</strong>matta & District Historical<br />
Society<br />
General Meetings held on the third<br />
Monday of each month at 7.30pm,<br />
Burnside Gardens Community Centre,<br />
Oatlands. Call 9635 6924.<br />
Old Government House<br />
Old Government House is the oldest<br />
surviving public building in Australia<br />
and one of 11 recognised convict sites<br />
that tell the story of Australia’s forced<br />
convict migration. Open Thursday-<br />
Friday 10am-4pm, Saturday-Sunday<br />
11am-4pm. Last entry 3.30pm. Call<br />
9635 8149 for details.<br />
SPORT GROUPS<br />
PCYC <strong>Parra</strong>matta<br />
Various programs held weekly.<br />
9635 8242.<br />
<strong>Parra</strong>matta Lions Junior AFL<br />
0401 742 684.<br />
<strong>Parra</strong>matta District Cricket<br />
pdca@bigpond.com<br />
SUPPORT GROUPS<br />
Gamblers Anonymous<br />
Fridays 7.30pm. 0408 725 955.<br />
Al-Anon meeting<br />
Tuesdays 7.30pm, Westmead Domain<br />
Community Room. 1300 ALANON.<br />
Alcoholics Anonymous<br />
Sundays 10am to 10.30am.<br />
Granville Town Hall.<br />
Head to Health <strong>Parra</strong>matta<br />
Free mental health service for<br />
individuals of all ages. Call 1800 595<br />
2<strong>12</strong> for details.<br />
Relationships Australia<br />
Counselling for individuals, couples<br />
and families. Domestic violence<br />
support group also available. Level 6<br />
/ <strong>12</strong>6 Church Street, <strong>Parra</strong>matta. Call<br />
1300 364 277.<br />
Open Studio<br />
Art-making program designed to<br />
assist with mental health. Sessions<br />
held regularly at Wentworthville. Call<br />
8806 1337 for information.<br />
Lifeline: 13 11 14.<br />
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