The Garage Sale Trail is coming to Penrith!

Need to clear out some of that stuff that’s cluttering up the garage or the spare room? Why not have a garage sale as part of the national Garage Sale Trail which is on April 10? It’s simple, just register online and your sale will show up on the Garage Sale Trail website and also in a map which will be printed in the Penrith Press – no need to put up signs everywhere! Best of all it’s free! The first 100 garage sales to register across Penrith will also be eligible to receive a free pack which consists of a t-shirt, cap, balloons (biodegradable of course!), and an information pack chock full of hints and tips to ensure you make the most out of your sale. To find out more about how to get involved in the Garage Sale Trail, why not check out this quick video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AuOBz7FF7z4 or visit www.garagesaletrail.com.au for more information. The Garage Sale Trail is proudly supported in Penrith by Penrith City Council and Stocklands.

Council celebrates seniors’ time to shine

Penrith City Council is encouraging seniors to get ready for 2011 Seniors Week, featuring a colourful concert on Thursday 24 March.
Embracing the theme of ‘Live Life!
It’s time to Shine’, the concert and celebratory morning tea will honour the diverse contributions of our senior residents.
Penrith City Deputy Mayor Jim Aitken OAM said seniors could look forward to the 2011 festivities, which promise excellent local entertainment.
“During Seniors Week, our City’s spotlight shines on the multiple contributions of seniors to our local area.
“One highlight will be a special concert showcasing an array of local talent, to be performed at the Joan Sutherland Performing Arts Centre.
“Council is grateful for the support of the Department of Human Services-Ageing, Disability and Homecare, which has provided funding assistance to make this concert happen,” Councillor Aitken said.
Seniors can also take part in other activities such as barefoot bowls, a high tea, a parade re-enacting women of our City’s past and a primary school Grandparents’ Day.
Councillor Aitken said: “Seniors Week will provide various occasions for seniors to enjoy community events that value their abilities and talents. Among the activities are those organised by 14 local groups, which received Council grants to help them realise their ideas.
“It’s also a time for us to reflect on how our lives are enriched and made meaningful thanks to seniors’ roles in our families, workplaces and communities.”
Seniors can book their place at the ‘Live Life’ concert from now until Monday 14 March by calling 4732 7836. For more information about what’s on during Seniors Week, visit www.penrithcity.nsw.gov.au and click on the Seniors Week tab.

Love is in the air: check out Penrith Library

If you love a good romance novel, you’ll swoon at the opportunity to hear best selling author Paula Roe at the Penrith City Library.
Titled A Day in the Life of a Romance Writer, the talk will include an account of Paula’s own journey to become a published author and tips on what makes a great romance novel.
She is a local award-winning author and her talk will also cover a typical day for a writer.
Appropriately, Paula will visit Penrith on the most romantic day of the year – Valentine’s Day, Monday 14 February at 10.30am. The talk will be held again on Friday 18 February at 6.30pm.
Bookings are essential. Call 4732 7891 to reserve your seat.
For more information about the author, visit the website www.paularoe.com.