WHO IS PARKES?
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From December 1
Parkes Community Arts, in collaboration with Parkes Shire Council and CMOC-Northparkes Mines, invite you to visit the Who Is Parkes? Photography Exhibition. The exhibition will be on display from December 1 - 22 in the Coventry Room at Parkes Library. Official opening on Saturday, December 2 at 10am in the Coventry Room.
SWIM UP MOVIE
Saturday, December 23
Bring your favourite inflatable down to Forbes pool on Saturday December 23 and enjoy a movie in the pool! Entry from 6.30pm. Parental supervision is needed for under 13s, swim test for 13 years and over. Registrations essential: www.forbes.nsw.gov.au
CHRISTMAS LUNCH
December 25
Havannah House is opening the doors once again this Christmas Day. For more information, to book transport or RSVP please phone 6852 1366, email havannahhouse@gmail.com or send a message on Facebook.
TESTICLE FESTIVAL
Tuesday, December 26
It's time to look after the blokes! It's time for the Testicle Test as in cricket, as Trundle hosts a Testicle Festival and a Super 8s cricket competition on Boxing Day, December 26 at Berryman Oval. Grab a team for a bit of fun in the sun while they raise money for a really important cause, the Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia. Runs from 4pm until late and a barbecue and bar will be available. People can donate now by visiting fundraise.pcfa.org.au/fundraisers/trundletesticlefestival
Each month some of the latest and most loved films are shown at Parkes Shire Library, from 6pm. Come along and enjoy tea, coffee and snacks with a great film! Bookings are essential.
HARNESS RACING FIREWORKS FESTIVAL
Sunday, December 31
Join Parkes Harness Racing Club in celebrating the end of the year, and welcoming the new year. There's a full program of racing, kids get free rides and ice cream and a fantastic fireworks display about one hour after the last race. Gate opens about 5pm.
SCHOOL HOLIDAY FUN
January 8
Creative Community Concepts are coming to Forbes these school holidays to host some fun summer activities! With a colour run, laser tag, arcade games and live music, it will be a day of fun for the whole family! Monday, January 8 at Lions Park from 10AM - 1PM and Tuesday January 9 at Bedgerabong Public School from 10am to 1pm.
PARKES ELVIS FESTIVAL
January 10 to January 14
The iconic Parkes Elvis Festival is a celebration of Elvis Presley's life and music is set to return from January 10 to January 14. The theme for the 2024 Festival is Elvis' 1957 musical drama, Jailhouse Rock
