Parkes Phoenix

7 Jul – First meeting back of the Parkes creative writing group, Author-rised, at the Parkes Library from 6-8pm. Contact Dan Fredericks on 6861 2309 for more info.

11 Jul – Parkes Garden Club Meeting at 2pm in the Rose St Community Hall with Dianna as guest speaker sharing her knowledge of succulents.

31 Jul – Closing date for entries in The Art of Resilience Competition for students aged 6 to 18 to create works using the theme ‘resilience in the face of drought, bushfires and COVID-19’. Submit entries via email to dro@ncentral.org.au, or arrange for Neighbourhood Central to collect by contacting Drought Response Officer, Roger Kitson on 0428 868 200.

Ongoing – Georgie’s Pantry at 45 Currajong Street Georgie’s Pantry is changing back to self-serve with just two customers in the shop at a time. The new opening hours are Thursday Community Pantry 10am to 3 pm, and Friday Farmer’s Pantry 12:30 to 2:30 pm. Enquiries call 0411 763 448.