R U OK? Day Youth Zone Event
2024-09-12 12:30 - 16:30 (Australia/Brisbane) | Encircle Redcliffe, 1 Lamington Drive, Redcliffe, Queensland, 4020, Australia
Join Us for R U OK? Day at Encircle Redcliffe Neighbourhood Centre.
Encircle is excited to host an inspiring R U OK? Day event with the theme: “Build the Confidence to Tackle Tomorrow.”
Let’s make “R U OK?” more than just a day—let’s turn it into a movement of kindness and support!
Activities include:

Free Lunch from Liams Kitchen BBQ, or Afternoon Pizza, sponsored by The Belvedere
Chat Zones with guest speakers from Dolphins Leagues Club and headspace
Interactive Activities
Services will be there dedicated to helping YOU including Youth Space and headspace.

When: Thursday 12th September 2024
Time: 12.30pm-4.30pm
Where: Encircle Redcliffe Neighbourhood Centre, 1 Lamington Drive Redcliffe
Cost: Free – bookings essential for catering purposes
RSVP: To register click here or call the Centre on 07 3284 3081
Come for the support, stay for the community. Let’s spread kindness and make every day a chance to ask, “R U OK?”

Krafty Kids Art Workshop
2024-09-20 10:00 - 11:30 | Encircle Pine Rivers (Lawnton), 865 Gympie Road, Lawnton, Queensland, 4501, Australia
Have fun these school holidays painting your own canvas and creating your own masterpiece.
Where: Encircle Pine Rivers Neighbourhood Centre, 865 Gympie Road, Lawnton
When: Thursday 20th September 2024
Time: 10:00am – 11:30am
Cost: FREE – bookings essential
Book: To book call 3889 0063 or email cd@encircle.org.au

Men's R U OK? BBQ and Awareness Event
2024-09-21 11:00 - 13:00 | Encircle Kallangur, 51 Marsden Road, Kallangur, Queensland, 4503, Australia
Join us for a FREE BBQ lunch as well as complimentary haircuts, guest speaker, services, and activities!
Connect, chat, and learn about mental health resources.
I’m here to hear. Let’s tackle tomorrow together!
When: Saturday 21st September 2024
Time: 11.00am – 1.00pm
Where: Encircle Kallangur Neighbourhood Centre (51 Marsden Road, Kallangur)
Cost: Free
RSVP: Register now by clicking here or call the Centre on 07 3465 3200

Spring Carnival - Free Community Fun Day
2024-09-27 10:00 - 14:00 | Encircle Pine Rivers (Lawnton), 865 Gympie Road, Lawnton, Queensland, 4501, Australia
Join us for a FREE day of fun at our Pine Rivers (Lawnton) Spring Carnival Free Community Fun Day.
When: Friday 27th September 2024
Time: 10:00am – 2:00pm
Where: Encircle Pine Rivers Neighbourhood Centre, 865 Gympie Road, Lawnton
Cost: Free
RSVP: Register now by clicking here or call the Centre on 07 3889 0063
Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to bond with your community and create lasting memories as we celebrate Spring.
There’s something for everyone, so bring your friends and family for an unforgettable day of fun and excitement.

Free Jumping Castle
Free Face Painting
Free Petting Zoo
Free food and drinks including a BQQ, fairy floss, fresh fruit, popcorn, and sno cones
Community stalls, and much, much more

Keep up to date with all the event information on our Spring Carnival Facebook Event page.

Flourish Workshops
2024-10-02 10:00 - 12:30 | Encircle Pine Rivers (Lawnton), 865 Gympie Road, Lawnton, Queensland, 4501, Australia
Learn how to flourish and experience enhanced Mental Health and Wellbeing with the PERMA Model.

Flourishing is a holistic state of wellbeing that involves:

Positive Emotions
Engagement
Relationships
Meaning and Purpose
Accomplishments

This FREE three-week group program aims to engage attendees in conversation and activities which enhance our Mental Health and Wellbeing.
When: Wednesday 2, 9, and 16 October
Time: 10:00am – 12:30pm
Where: Encircle Pine Rivers Neighbourhood Centre (865 Gympie Road, Lawnton)
How to register: To book please contact the centre on 07 3889 0063 or email encircle@encircle.org.au

Seniors Month Workshops
2024-10-03 10:00 - 11:30 | Encircle Pine Rivers (Lawnton), 865 Gympie Road, Lawnton, Queensland, 4501, Australia
Join us as we celebrate Seniors Month with a series of workshops aimed specifically at the older generation.

Thursday 3 October (10:00am – 11:30am) – Aged Care Advocacy
Thursday 10 October (1:00pm – 2:30pm) – Baking Scones and Conversation
Thursday 17 October (10:00am – 11:30am) – PERMA Wellbeing Workshop
Thursday 24 October (12:00pm – 1:30pm) – Services Australia Info Session

All workshops are free and will give seniors the opportunity to learn and connect with others in the community.
Where: Pine Rivers Neighbourhood Centre (865 Gympie Road, Lawnton)
How to register: To book for any, or all, workshops please contact the centre on 07 3889 0063 or email encircle@encircle.org.au

Sing&Grow Music Therapy (Kallangur)
2024-10-08 10:00 - 11:00 | Encircle Kallangur, 51 Marsden Road, Kallangur, Queensland, 4503, Australia
Sing&Grow is a FREE Music Therapy service for families with children aged from birth to 5 years. Groups usually meet for an hour, once a week, for 8 weeks.
During the sessions, a music therapist will lead you through singing, dancing and playing musical instruments with your child. Have lots of fun playing with your child, and learn exciting new ways to support child development.
When: Starts Tuesday 8 October 2024 for eight weeks, ending Tuesday 26 November
Time: 10:00am – 11:00am
Where: Encircle Kallangur Neighbourhood Centre (51 Marsden Road, Kallangur)
Cost: Free!
Booking essential. Spots are limited, so book now!
To RSVP, email caps@encircle.org.au or call us on 07 3284 3081.

Circle of Security Parenting Program (Lawnton)
2024-10-14 10:00 - 12:00 | Encircle Pine Rivers (Lawnton), 865 Gympie Road, Lawnton, Queensland, 4501, Australia
About the program:
At times, parents struggle working out what their child needs. Circle of Security is an evidence-based parenting program that helps parents make sense of what their child is really asking from them.
This FREE 6 week program supports parents to build healthy and secure relationships with their children.

Where: Encircle Pine Rivers Neighbourhood Centre, 865 Gympie Road, Lanwton
When: Mondays – starting on 14 October 2024 and finishing on 18 November
Times: 10:00am – 12:00pm
Cost: FREE
Please Note: Sorry, no child-minding facilities available
Who should attend: Open to all parents with young children.
Learning Objectives of the Program:
Understand your child’s emotional world by learning to read the emotional needs
Support your child’s ability to successfully manage emotions
Enhance the development of your child’s self esteem
Honor your innate wisdom and desire for your child to be secure
How to register: Bookings essential. For more information, please contact the Encircle CAPS Coordinator on 3284 3081 or email caps@encircle.org.au
Free parking and disabled access
“Learning Circle of Security Parenting gave me the tools to fill in the missing pieces.”
“Seeing [my son’s] behavior through the lens of the Circle offered me a different path forward – one where I didn’t feel so frustrated, and my son felt seen and connected.”

Seniors Gathering - Redcliffe
2024-10-15 11:00 - 14:00 | Encircle Redcliffe, 1 Lamington Drive, Redcliffe, Queensland, 4020, Australia
Join us as we show our love for the older generation by celebrating Seniors Month with pizza and a creative way of playing Bingo with prizes (hosted by Caxton Legal).
Enjoy and connect with other seniors in the community. Gold coin donation welcomed.
When: Tuesday 15 October
Time: 11:00am – 2:00pm
Where: Men’s Shed Tearoom, Encircle Community Services (1 Lamington Drive, Redcliffe)
RSVP: Bookings essential. To register contact Delma on 3284 3081 by Friday 11 October.

Programme For Mothers
2024-10-17 10:00 - 12:00 | Encircle Redcliffe, 1 Lamington Drive, Redcliffe, Queensland, 4020, Australia
About the Program
Encourage, empower and facilitate connection on the journey of motherhood. A holistic six-week course that uses reflective journalling, visual art, discussion, awareness of health, and well-being strategies.

Self-awareness of a mother’s role as a nurturer balanced with the need to also be nurtured.
Identifying strengths and challenges and recognising the value of a healthy support system.
Reflection on your own experiences of nurture and clarifying the key areas of caring and raising a family that you want to strengthen as a mother.
Build knowledge of self-care strategies and scientifically proven methods to improve health and well-being for the long journey of being a mum.
Build confidence and meet new people.

When: Starts Thursday 17 October 2024 for six weeks, ending Thursday 21 November
Time: 10:00am – 12:00pm
Where: Encircle Redcliffe Neighbourhood Centre (1 Lamington Drive, Redcliffe).
Cost: Free!
Booking essential. Spots are limited, so book now!
To RSVP, email caps@encircle.org.au or call us on 07 3284 3081.

World's Greatest Shave
2024-10-30 13:00 - 15:00 | Encircle Pine Rivers (Lawnton), 865 Gympie Road, Lawnton, Queensland, 4501, Australia
The Encircle Social Committee has decided to fundraise for a cause and will be doing the World’s Greatest Shave.
Join us on 30 October as several staff shave and colour their hair to raise funds for blood cancer research.
If you are interested in either shaving or colouring your hair, register here to join the Encircle Bright Shavers team.
Don’t want to shave or colour your hair? That’s absolutely fine. You can still support the Encircle team by making a donation.
When: Wednesday 30 October
Time: From 1:00pm
Where: Encircle Pine Rivers Neighbourhood Centre (865 Gympie Road, Lawnton)

2024 Annual General Meeting of Encircle Community Services Ltd
2024-10-30 17:00 - 19:00 | Encircle Kallangur, 51 Marsden Road, Kallangur, Queensland, 4503, Australia
The Board of Encircle Community Services Ltd. invites members, supporters, friends, and the general public to the 2024 Annual General Meeting of Encircle Community Services Ltd.
The guest speaker will be Q Shelter Chief Executive Officer, Fiona Caliglia. Fiona has over 25 years experience in the human services sector with a focus on mental health, housing, homelessness, and community development.
The First Creatives dance troupe will also be performing.
This year’s AGM will be an in-person event. Light refreshments will be provided.
If you are a member and wish to appoint a proxy, please contact ceo@encircle.org.au for further information.
Where: Kallangur Neighbourhood Centre; 51 Marsden Road, Kallangur
Date: Wednesday 30 October 2024
Time: 4:45pm for 5:00pm start (approx. 7pm finish)
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

RSPCA Information Session (Lawnton)
2024-11-06 09:30 - 11:00 | Encircle Pine Rivers (Lawnton), 865 Gympie Road, Lawnton, Queensland, 4501, Australia
Join us for the FREE RSPCA Information Session. Please leave your pets at home for this session.
This event is for qualifying candidates who hold a current health care, pensions or concession card. Means-testing ensures resources are provided to the people who require it the most.
The team will be on hand to chat with you about your pet and provide you with free advice so you can be the best pet-parent to your beloved animals. Topics to be covered include:

Health checks
Microchipping
Vaccinations
Desexing
Pet food
Parasite control
Essential pet items

Where: Encircle Pine Rivers Neighbourhood Centre – 865 Gympie Road, Lawnton
When: Wednesday 6 November 2024
Time: 9.30am – 11.00am
Cost: FREE
Bookings are essential. To RSVP call the Centre on 07 3889 0063.

RSPCA Information Session (Kallangur)
2024-11-06 12:30 - 14:00 | Encircle Kallangur, 51 Marsden Road, Kallangur, Queensland, 4503, Australia
Join us for the FREE RSPCA Information Session. Please leave your pets at home for this session.
This event is for qualifying candidates who hold a current health care, pensions or concession card. Means-testing ensures resources are provided to the people who require it the most.
The team will be on hand to chat with you about your pet and provide you with free advice so you can be the best pet-parent to your beloved animals. Topics to be covered include:

Health checks
Microchipping
Vaccinations
Desexing
Pet food
Parasite control
Essential pet items

Where: Encircle Kallangur Neighbourhood Centre – 51 Marsden Road, Kallangur
When: Wednesday 6 November 2024
Time: 12.30pm – 2.00pm
Cost: FREE
Bookings are essential. To RSVP call the Centre on 07 3465 3200.

Seniors Morning Tea (Kallangur)
2024-11-20 09:30 - 11:00 | Encircle Kallangur, 51 Marsden Road, Kallangur, Queensland, 4503, Australia
Join us on the third Wednesday of every month as we pull up a chair and grab a cuppa.
When: Third Wednesday of every month (except public holidays) from 9:30am – 11:00am
Where: Encircle Kallangur Neighbourhood Centre (51 Marsden Road, Kallangur)
Cost: FREE
Bookings are essential. Call the Centre on 07 3465 3200 to book.
Free Parking and disabled access

Community Garden Group (Redcliffe)
2024-12-13 10:00 - 12:00 | Encircle Redcliffe, 1 Lamington Drive, Redcliffe, Queensland, 4020, Australia
If you have a green thumb, why not help out as a volunteer gardener.
Join our volunteer community gardening group who meets every Friday from 10:00am – 12:00pm at the Encircle Redcliffe Neighbourhood Centre (1 Lamington Drive, Redcliffe).
Bring a plate to share. Tea/coffee facilities provided. New volunteers welcome.
Contact reception on 07 3284 3081 or email redcliffe@encircle.org.au for any enquires.

Financial Counselling (Kallangur)
2024-12-16 09:00 - 13:30 | Encircle Kallangur, 51 Marsden Road, Kallangur, Queensland, 4503, Australia
Free Financial Counselling appointments are available on Mondays by appointment.
Where: Encircle Kallangur Neighbourhood Centre (51 Marsden Road, Kallangur)
When: Mondays, weekly by appointment
Cost: FREE
Please contact reception on 07 3465 3200 or email kallangur@encircle.org.au for more information.
Click here to see more information on community finance options and money management resources.

Knitcetera Craft Group (Kallangur)
2024-12-16 09:30 - 11:30 | Encircle Kallangur, 51 Marsden Road, Kallangur, Queensland, 4503, Australia
This is a social group, who enjoy welcoming new members and sharing the love of crafts, knitting and having fun! Bring your own project, and come along for a chat.
When: Every Monday (except Public holidays) 9:30am – 11:30am
Where: Kallangur Neighbourhood Centre – 51 Marsden Road Kallangur
Cost: FREE
Free parking and disabled access

Krafty Kids School Holiday Fun – Lawnton
2024-12-19 10:00 - 11:30 | Encircle Pine Rivers (Lawnton), 865 Gympie Road, Lawnton, Queensland, 4501, Australia
Join us for a fun school holiday activity – make your own Christmas decorations and reindeer food while dancing along to Christmas songs.
Where: Encircle Pine Rivers Neighbourhood Centre (865 Gympie Road, Lawnton)
When: Thursday 19th December
Time: 10:00am – 11:30am
Cost: FREE | Gold coin donation welcomed
Bookings essential. Click here to RSVP or email cd@encircle.org.au.

Krafty Kids School Holiday Fun - Redcliffe
2024-12-19 10:00 - 12:00 | Encircle Redcliffe, 1 Lamington Drive, Redcliffe, Queensland, 4020, Australia
Join us for FREE, festive school holiday fun.

Arts
Crafts
Sing and dance along

Where: Encircle Redcliffe Neighbourhood Centre (1 Lamington Drive, Redcliffe)
When: Thursday 19th December
Time: 10:00am – 12:00pm
Cost: FREE
Bookings essential. To find out more, or to book, call the Centre on 07 3284 3081.

Craft Club (Kallangur)
2025-01-09 09:00 - 12:00 | Encircle Kallangur, 51 Marsden Road, Kallangur, Queensland, 4503, Australia
Join us for some great company, make new friends, and share a love of craft and knitting with others. Bring your own project.
Where: Encircle Kallangur (51 Marsden Road, Kallangur)
When: Thursday fortnightly at 9.00am – 12.00pm
No cost
Contact: ph: 07 3465 3200 or email: kallangur@encircle.org.au
Free parking and disabled access

Rummikub Social Group (Redcliffe)
2025-01-09 12:30 - 16:00 | Encircle Redcliffe, 1 Lamington Drive, Redcliffe, Queensland, 4020, Australia
Join the social group to play Rummikub, a tile based game for 2 – 4 players, combining elements of the card game Rummy, and tile game Mahjong.
When: Every Thursday (except Public holidays) at 12:30pm – 4pm
Where: Redcliffe Neighbourhood Centre (1 Lamington Drive, Redcliffe)
Cost: $5 per person
Free Parking and disabled access
Click here to watch a short video about how to play Rummikub

Creative Paper Making (Lawnton)
2025-01-16 10:00 - 12:00 | Encircle Pine Rivers (Lawnton), 865 Gympie Road, Lawnton, Queensland, 4501, Australia
Join us for a fun school holiday activity as you learn how to make your own colourful, creative paper.
Suitable for school aged children. Materials supplied.
When: Thursday 16th January
Time: Session 1 (10:00am – 12:00pm) – SOLD OUT | Session 2 (1:00pm – 3:00pm)
Where: Pine Rivers Neighbourhood Centre (865 Gympie Road, Lawnton)
Bookings essential. To RSVP click here or call the Centre on 07 3889 0063.

Caring Community Coffee & Crafts (Lawnton)
2025-01-17 09:30 - 11:45 | Encircle Pine Rivers (Lawnton), 865 Gympie Road, Lawnton, Queensland, 4501, Australia
Caring Community Coffee & Crafts come together on a fortnightly basis to make Plarn Shopping Bags – “plarn” is plastic yarn made from single use bags.
They slice the bags, join them and then roll it into balls to be crocheted into bags. The bags are available for sale here at Encircle and the group donates the funds raised back to the organization so that we can purchase much needed items for our community pantry.
Or you can bring your own craft project. New members are always welcome to attend. It’s a great social group, so come along and have a chat and laugh.

Every first, third and fifth Friday of the month – 9:30am-11:45am
Free – Bring Your Project
No appointment necessary.

Free parking and disabled access

Seniors Social BBQ (Redcliffe)
2025-01-21 11:00 - 14:00 | Encircle Redcliffe, 1 Lamington Drive, Redcliffe, Queensland, 4020, Australia
Join us for our monthly Seniors BBQ. Enjoy and connect with other seniors in the community.
Where: Encircle Redcliffe Neighbourhood Centre (1 Lamington Drive, Redcliffe)
When: Monthly – every third Tuesday of the month
Cost: Gold coin donation.
Bookings essential.
For more information or queries please contact 07 3284 3081 or email redcliffe@encircle.org.au

Creative Paper Making (Kallangur)
2025-01-22 10:00 - 12:00 | Encircle Kallangur, 51 Marsden Road, Kallangur, Queensland, 4503, Australia
Join us for a fun school holiday activity as you learn how to make your own colourful, creative paper.
Suitable for school aged children. Materials supplied.
When: Wednesday 22nd January
Time: Session 1 (10:00am – 12:00pm) | Session 2 (1:00pm – 3:00pm)
Where: Kallangur Neighbourhood Centre (51 Marsden Road, Kallangur)
Bookings essential. To RSVP click here or call the Centre on 07 3465 3200.

2025 Community BBQ (Kallangur)
2025-01-23 13:00 - 15:00 | Encircle Kallangur, 51 Marsden Road, Kallangur, Queensland, 4503, Australia
Join us at Kallangur Neighbourhood Centre as we welcome in an amazing 2025 with a free BBQ Burger Lunch.
Come and share a meal with your neighbours and talk about what you want to see in your neighbourhood centre in 2025.
When: Thursday 23rd January
Time: 1:00pm – 3:00pm
Where: Encircle Kallangur Neighbourhood Centre (51 Marsden Road, Kallangur)
RSVP: Booking essential for catering purposes. Please RSVP by 4:00pm Friday 17th January by calling the Centre on 07 3465 3200 or email kallangur@encircle.org.au

Conversational English Group: North Lakes Library (North Lakes)
2025-02-03 09:30 - 11:00 | North Lakes Library, 10 The Corso, North Lakes, Brisbane, QLD, 4509, Australia
The Conversational English Group is a great way to improve your English speaking and listening skills in a friendly and relaxed group. Conversations are about a range of relevant and interesting topics led by an experienced volunteer educator and volunteer tutors.
The group is:
Friendly, relaxed, and supportive
Conversations on a variety of relevant and interesting topics
One on one tutoring available
Open to anyone who wants to improve their English speaking skills
No cost
The Group is run by Encircle in collaboration with Moreton Bay Region Libraries.
Conversational English is currently on:
Days: Monday (during school terms)
Time: 9:30am – 11:00 am
Location: North Lakes Library (Meeting room 2 above the Library)
10 The Corso, North Lakes
Please note, classes are also held on Tuesdays and Fridays from 9:30am to 11:00am at Pine Rivers Neighbourhood Centre (Lawnton), 865 Gympie Road, Lawnton.
CONTACT US FOR MORE INFORMATION:
adultlit@encircle.org.au
07 3889 0063
encircle.org.au

Seniors Morning Tea (Redcliffe)
2025-02-03 09:30 - 11:30 | Encircle Redcliffe, 1 Lamington Drive, Redcliffe, Queensland, 4020, Australia
Come along for a social morning tea – share a cuppa and a chat.
When: Every Monday (except Public holidays) at 9.30am – 11.30am
Where: Encircle Redcliffe Neighbourhood Centre (1 Lamington Drive, Redcliffe)
Cost: Gold coin donation
Free Parking and disabled access

Women's Art Social Group (Kallangur)
2025-02-03 18:00 - 21:00 | Encircle Kallangur, 51 Marsden Road, Kallangur, Queensland, 4503, Australia
We invite all women to come and share their love of art and have a chat. Bring your own project. Every Monday night (except public holidays)
Where: Encircle Kallangur Neighbourhood centre (51 Marsden Road, Kallangur)
When: Weekly Monday – 6:00pm – 9:00pm
Cost: FREE
Free parking and disabled access
For more information, contact the friendly reception at Encircle Kallangur on 07 3465 3200 or email kallangur@encircle.org.au
