Council is offering FREE safety checks for child seats, harnesses and booster seats. Any additional costs incurred for equipment for will not be covered by Council. This ticket offer is restricted to a limit of two child car seat safety checks per address. Redeemable only at Picton Tyre & Mechanical Services, 182 Argyle Street, Picton. Bookings essential through Picton Tyre & Mechanical. Phone 4677 1777 to make an appointment. Vouchers will be issued out within 5 business days.

Join us for the Making Music Drumming Workshop where we will explore music and enjoy how music can enrich our lives. Feel free to get involved in making music or sit back, listen and enjoy some feel good music. Led by Patrick from River Road Creative Academy, we'll wrap up with a sing-along to your favourite tunes. Don't miss this chance to drum up some fun. Café Connect will take place after the workshop with some light refreshments and an opportunity to meet new people. Local services who support our ageing community will be present with important information. Cost: Free

The historically iconic Huff N' Puff will return to the Thirlmere Festival of Steam to challenge professional runners in a foot race against a steam engine from Buxton to Thirlmere . A Family Fun Run will also be introduced in 2024 from Couridjah Railway Station to Thirlmere Railway Station. Offering a unique run or walk experience, the Huff N' Puff will offer competitors and spectators an exclusive Steam Train ride from Thirlmere to Couridjah or Buxton Stations, where competitors will disembark to commence their return race against the Steam Train. HUFF N’ PUFF DETAILS Location: NSW Rail Museum - Thirlmere Registration: From 6.00am Train Ride: 8.00am Huff & Puff Race Start: 8.45am Family Fun Run Start: 8.45am Please ensure you have read the Huff N' Puff Terms & Conditions prior to purchasing your tickets.

The historically iconic Huff N' Puff will return to the Thirlmere Festival of Steam to challenge professional runners in a foot race against a steam engine from Buxton to Thirlmere . A Family Fun Run will also be introduced in 2024 from Couridjah Railway Station to Thirlmere Railway Station. Offering a unique run or walk experience, the Huff N' Puff will offer competitors and spectators an exclusive Steam Train ride from Thirlmere to Couridjah or Buxton Stations, where competitors will disembark to commence their return race against the Steam Train. HUFF N’ PUFF DETAILS Location: NSW Rail Museum - Thirlmere Registration: From 6.00am Train Ride: 8.00am Huff & Puff Race Start: 8.45am Family Fun Run Start: 8.45am Please ensure you have read the Huff N' Puff Terms & Conditions prior to purchasing your tickets.

Join Damion, Council’s Sustainability Projects Officer, for a yarn about creating a native garden at home. We will cover topics including garden design, soil types, plant selection and habitat creation. There will be opportunity for participants to ask questions and discuss ideas for their own gardens. Café Connect will take place after the workshop with some light refreshments and an opportunity to meet new people. Local services who support our ageing community will be present with important information. This interactive workshop has limited numbers

Odds-are, your clothing stash is made up of more items than you can possibly wear. Our tastes change, sizes change and fashions come and go. As part of Council's Waste to Art project we’re creating an opportunity for our community members to buy, swap, sell or share their excess clothing rather than it ending up in landfill. A limited number of stalls will be available at the Picton Shire Hall to coincide with the Waste to Art Competition and Exhibition. All stallholders must have a range of items to sell, swap or share - selling only is not permitted. The stallholder opportunity is not available to retailers and stallholders can only display clothing - no merchandise or manchester is permitted. Stallholders must remove all remaining unsold / free items and are encouraged to donate these to local charity stores.

Hot and Spicy Samba Wollondilly Shire Council and Mayor Matt Gould will be hosting a night of Hot and Spicy Entertainment with Samba Brazil at the Camden Valley Inn to raise money for the Wollondilly SES. The Wollondilly SES play a pivotal role in response to Natural Disasters including: Flood, Storm, Wind, Weather Events and Preparing and Planning your home. Funds raised will support the purchase of much needed equipment for the Wollondilly SES. Ticket and Event Information Join us for a fantastic evening of dinner, drinks, dazzling entertainment, raffles, auctions and a collection of prizes on offer. This event is not to be missed

Learn how to make and maintain your own beeswax wraps for keeping food fresh and hygienic without the use of single-use plastics such as cling-wrap. Café Connect will take place after the workshop with some light refreshments and an opportunity to meet new people. Local services who support our ageing community will be present with important information. This interactive workshop has limited numbers Cost: Free

Come along for a friendly chat and learn how to document your future healthcare wishes with Patsy Bingham from End-of-Life Angels and South Western Sydney Primary Health Network. Empower yourself through Advance Care Planning and ensure your preferences are understood and respected. Café Connect will take place after the workshop with some light refreshments and an opportunity to meet new people. Local services who support our ageing community will be present with important information. Cost: Free Bookings essential

Natural disasters impact people, destroy homes and damage essential services. Join us for a workshop with emergency management professionals to understand your risk and prepare your home and your health for an emergency. Café Connect will take place after the workshop with some light refreshments and an opportunity to meet new people. Local services who support our ageing community will be present with important information. Cost: Free

Join us for a hands-on succulent planter workshop! Discover the art of crafting beautiful planters for your beloved succulents. Learn tips, tricks, and unleash your creativity in a fun, interactive session. Café Connect will take place after the workshop with some light refreshments and an opportunity to meet new people. Local services who support our ageing community will be present with important information. Cost: Free Bookings essential

Join us for a Christmas Craft Workshop. Make something special to take home for yourself or give to a friend. Café Connect will take place after the workshop with some light refreshments and an opportunity to meet new people. Local services who support our ageing community will be present with important information. Cost: Free Bookings essential.

Join us at the Café Connect Christmas Party to celebrate the end of the year and the new friends we have made along the way. Local services who support our ageing community will be present with important information. Cost: Free Booking: Bookings essential