Hello everyone, it’s November already, as the year seems to have passed in a dream-state of lockdown, misleading news, and daily accounts of government follies. Enjoy the spring and the run-up to the December frenzy.
Two important health issues are highlighted this month:
Movember November 1-30 draws attention to prostate cancer and depression in men. Contact https://au.movember.com
Lung Health Awareness Month November 1-30
Dedicated to increasing public awareness of the many types of lung disease, more information on lung health is available at https://lungfoundation.com.au
Also on this site is National Safe Work Month which aims to help workers learn to protect themselves and their lungs at work.
Local Government Elections, Saturday December 4
Voting is compulsory and there is no absentee voting. Last date for enrolment was October 25. Sydney Town Hall will not be available for multi-area voting at this election due to Covid-related risks. Early voting in person in your Local Government Area is being encouraged and postal voting is available. Get more information from the NSW Electoral Commission on https://elections.nsw.gov.au or phone 1300 135 736.
Garage Sale Trail 2021 – CHOOSE TO RE-USE
If you love a bargain, or want to sell your unwanted stuff, this year’s Garage Sale Trail will be held over two weekends November 13 and 14, and 20 and 21. https://garagesaletrail.com.au/sydney
Cana Farm Christmas Cakes
This is my annual reminder that Cana Farm Christmas cakes and other goodies are available in time for Christmas. The Cana Farm Shop is just back after opening up, and will feature all their products shortly. Place your orders on Facebook or ring 0478 595 725.
Dates for your Diary (just another reminder):
SSH Cartoon Show December 1
Our star cartoonist norrie mAy-Welby’s cartoon show is finally able to happen at the Orchard Gallery on December 1. Wishing you every success for your exhibition, norrie.
Sculpture by the Sea finishes November 7.
And now the news you’ve all been waiting for:
The 2nd Annual SSH Virtual Fundraiser, Friday December 11 from 6-7.30pm. We’re calling it ‘Local Stories Live!’ – help the SSH keep local stories alive, with live music by Redfern folk-country duo The Joesixpack Experience and singer-songwriter (storyteller and music historian) Toby Martin. Toby will perform songs from his highly acclaimed new record, I Felt the Valley Lifting. Join Zoom: https://bit.ly/2ZPrUHT/.
Until next time,
Pat Clarke
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volunteers@ssh.com.au
