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Weekly throughout Oct - Mapleton Choir
The Mapleton Choir sing on Monday nights from 7pm-9pm at the Kureelpa Hall. We are a non-audition choir, and new members will be warmly welcomed. Any questions please email themapletonchoir@outlook.com or call 0407 156 708.
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Tue 1st Oct - Wed 31st Oct - Qld Seniors Month
The month-long celebration promotes positive community attitudes towards older people and ageing, provides opportunities for community participation to enhance community connections, and celebrate older Queenslanders and their ongoing contribution to the state—whether as volunteers or in the workforce, community leaders or carers, grandparents, or advocates.
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Wed 9th Oct - Mapleton - Meet the Candidates
Join the Mapleton and District Community Association for a crucial "Meet the Candidates" event! This is your chance to engage directly with those vying for State Government. 6.30pm for 7pm at the Mapleton Bowls Club.
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Fri 11th Oct - Probus Meeting
Probus meets on the second Friday of the month at the Mapleton Bowling Club, Post Office Road, Mapleton at 10am till 12 noon. Email nbrprobus@gmail.com for further details about Probus.
Fri 11th Oct - Sun 13th Oct Sunshine Coast Hinterland Writers Festival
The Sunshine Coast Hinterland will come alive with the inaugural Sunshine Coast Hinterland Writers Festival this October. Spanning three days (October 11-13), the festival promises a jam-packed program across Nambour, Maleny, and surrounding areas. Expect author talks, book sales, workshops, and unique events like "Sconeversations" with food authors. The festival aims to celebrate local and visiting authors, promote reading and writing, and showcase the region's rich literary culture.
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Sat 12th Oct - Montville Market
Indulge in a scrumptious pancake breakfast on the deck overlooking the beautiful Sunshine Coast. Discover handcrafted treasures, fresh produce and tasty treats from local growers and makers. 7am - 12pm.
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Sat 12th Oct - QCCC Mapleton Community Open Day
Queensland Conference and Camping Centre Mapleton is holding a Community Open Day. Whether you're a familiar face or a first-time visitor, this is your chance to explore all that they have to offer. Kick-off at 3 PM with Site Tours and Kids' Activities. Don't miss out on this fun-filled afternoon for the whole family!
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Wed 16th Oct - Mapleton Community Crop Swap
Crop swaps are a great source of new and interesting produce as well as a valuable source of information including recipes and tips on gardening. The best way to make contact and/or find out more, is to head along and say hello. They are a lovely bunch of people. One small ask, if you are taking along to share something you have made, please label it clearly and list the ingredients.
The Mapleton Crop Swap is held at TOSH in the pergola behind the Op Shop. Head along at 9am on the third Wednesday of the month.
Fri 18th Oct - Mapleton Choir - The World in Song
The Mapleton Choir conducted by Brian Martin are set to entertain you with our new collection of songs. This being an Olympic year what better way to select a repertoire than finding choral pieces from countries near and far. Be prepared to travel around the globe with us in harmony. The concert will be followed by complimentary beverages and food.
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Sat 19th Oct - Blackall100
Celebrating its 10th anniversary, starting in Mapleton, this is a trail ultra-marathon that traverses the beautiful and scenic Great Walk of the Sunshine Coast. The event is open to runners and walkers with distances of 100 kilometres, 50 kilometres, and 21 kilometres.
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Sun 20th Oct - Festival of Small Halls
The Festival of Small Halls returns to Mapleton on Sunday, 20 October 2024 with Kellie Loder and Van Dijk & Mcdonald. Opening the show will be local act Shaky Razor! Afternoon tea and supper available.
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Sun 20th Oct - Mapleton Choir - The World in Song
The Mapleton Choir conducted by Brian Martin are set to entertain you with our new collection of songs. This being an Olympic year what better way to select a repertoire than finding choral pieces from countries near and far. Be prepared to travel around the globe with us in harmony. The concert will be followed by complimentary beverages and food.
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Mon 21st Oct - Talking Country - Building Bridges
As part of Talking Country - Building Bridges, this talk by Fiona McGill, Chair of the Sunshine Coast Reconciliation Group, will explore the complex land management system employed by First Nations people.
5:15pm for 5:30 - 7:30pm. Come early to purchase drinks. The Green Room, Mapleton Public House, 2 Flaxton Drive, Mapleton. A gold coin donation is appreciated. RSVP to: info@talkingcountrybuildingbridges.com
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Thu 24th Oct - Welcome to the Hinterland Dinner
The Blackall Range Lions "Welcome to the Hinterland Dinner" is held at Flaxton Gardens where they invite the new residents to the Blackall Range Communities to come along and meet representatives from some of our local businesses and community organisations while enjoying great food and company.
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Fri 25th Oct - Day for Daniel
Join us in commemorating the annual Day for Daniel, held on the last Friday of October, as we pay tribute to the memory of Daniel Morcombe.
On this significant day, we invite all community members to unite by wearing red, educating themselves and others, and making a difference through donations. It's a day dedicated to fostering conversations about personal safety between parents, caregivers, and educators with children and young people.
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Fri 25th Oct - Citizen Science - Pademelon Survey
Join the Mary Cairncross team for their seasonal survey of the red-legged pademelons in Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve. 7.30am-9.30am. Registration required at the link.
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Sat 26th Oct - Mapleton Country Market
The Mapleton Country Market. 8am – 12pm at the Mapleton State School, Mapleton. Enjoy delicious food, organic sourdough, bunya nut pesto, fresh produce, jams and chutneys, honey, handmade toys, leather, clothing, arts and crafts made with love and so much more. Enjoy live music while sipping on a barista made coffee. Our local Blackall Range Lions Club will be cooking up a storm with bacon and egg rolls and sausage sizzle.
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Sat 26th Oct - Painting Workshop with Lauren Jones
Join Artist Lauren Jones for a full day intensive workshop of oil painting. She will guide you through a fun and 'no fuss' approach to oil painting in her Mapleton Studio. Learn the fundamentals of oil painting and colour mixing. Explore form and light through tonal studies. Experience the fast-paced Alla Prima painting technique and its gestural mark making qualities. Take home a finished painting on canvas. All materials provided (drawing materials, paints, brushes, solvent, canvas paper and primed canvas). Tea and Coffee and light snacks included. There is a cafe and bakery nearby (2min walk) for 1 hour lunch break.
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Sat 2nd Nov - Kureelpa and Dulong Community Crop Swap
Crop swaps are a great source of new and interesting produce as well as a valuable source of information including recipes and tips on gardening. The best way to make contact and/or find out more, is to head along and say hello. They are a lovely bunch of people. One small ask, if you are taking along to share something you have made, please label it clearly and list the ingredients.
Kureelpa and Surrounds Crop Swap is hosted at the Kureelpa and Dulong Community Hall at 9am on the first Saturday of the month.
Sat 2th Nov - Range Community Fun Day
Join us at The Range Community Fun Day on 2nd November at 64 Flaxton Dr, Mapleton! Bring your family and friends for a morning packed with fun activities from 9am to 12:30pm! Enjoy a Jumping Castle, Balloon Art, Face Painting, and more exciting activities! Our Rural Fire Brigade will also be there, along with a Kids Crafts station and a delightful Bake Sale. And don’t forget to grab a bite at the Sausage Sizzle or a coffee from the Coffee Van. Only $5 for an activity pass—everyone is welcome! Don’t miss out on this amazing community event! See you there!
Fun Day (PDF)
Fri 9th Nov - Probus Meeting
Probus meets on the second Friday of the month at the Mapleton Bowling Club, Post Office Road, Mapleton at 10am till 12 noon. Email nbrprobus@gmail.com for further details about Probus.
Wed 6th Nov - MADCA Monthly Meeting
6.30pm for 7pm. Monthly General meeting of the Mapleton and District Community Association at the Mapleton Bowls Club.
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Sat 9th Nov - Montville Market
Indulge in a scrumptious pancake breakfast on the deck overlooking the beautiful Sunshine Coast. Discover handcrafted treasures, fresh produce and tasty treats from local growers and makers. 7am - 12pm.
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