Greetings Sheddies.
• A big welcome to our new members.  Please book & pay on HELLO CLUB for all activities, meetups and workshops.  If unsure ask your Activity Volunteer Coordinator or a Committee Member.  A reminder to check our website, www.thewomensshed.org Hello Club and BAND (members chat platform) for news and updated information.

• CWS AGM:  Our 5th AGM was held on Sat 16 Sept.  Thank you to those 20 members who attended.  The incoming Management Committee now comprises: Pres Deilia Murray, Sec Kat Rajak, Tres Peta Marshall, General Members Karin Redding, Sharon Thomson, Lynne Gurn, Judi Walker, Julie Ferrier, Carrol Benfer.  A big thank you to the outgoing Committee members for all their hard work during the last year.  Come and chat to Deilia if you are interested in assisting with other Shed tasks. 

• YOGA DAY RETREAT WITH SIMONE:  CWS and Simone have planned a Yoga Day Retreat, Sun 22 October 2023, from 10am-3pm, $120pp.  There are 12 places available, so if you are keen to take time out for yourself; please call  Simone direct on 0408 259150 to book and pay for your place (asap) see flyer below.

• NEW TOOL SHED SIGN:  We were required to install a safety sign in front of the Tool Shed, this is a reminder for our members to ensure the roller door is completely opened right to the top to avoid accidental closure. 

• TUESDAY & WEDNESDAY WALK GROUPS:  Welcome to new walkers.  Tuesday group enjoyed their annual spring wildflower away walk in Noosa National Park through lovely bushland tracks from Sunshine Beach to Alexandria Bay and return, followed by coffee at a local Sunshine Beach to Alexandria Bay.  The away walk for the Wednesday group took in Mt Emu walk/climb and surrounds, wildflowers spotting as well as a few whales on the horizon.  Coffee afterwards at Pool café Peregian Springs. 

• OTT (ON THE TOOLS):  Tues 10 Oct from 10-12, we will have Russell the Induction Officer from the Coolum Men’s Shed provide us with training and induction for some of our tools and equipment.  Come and join us and learn how to use the tools with confidence. (please book in so we know you are coming) 
Are you a keen and experienced woodworker in the use of a variety of tools?  We are looking for more members or women tradies who can instruct on a regular basis and share their skills with our group of eager learners.   For those who have not been to our Tool Shed, you can learn how to use a variety of tools, so you can bring your own project to make / mend or join in with our projects.  We adhere to safe work practices- Induction, closed shoes, eye protection, masks etc.

• CWS BOOK LIBRARY/BOOK SWAP:  We have an extensive range of soft and hard cover books at the Shed Book Library.  You are welcome to borrow or swap. (no donations required at the moment)

• BRAINIACS – Cards & games:  Don’t be fooled by the name of the group.  Our members test their skills in Canasta, 500, Philadelphia, Mah-jong and other card & board games.  Lots of fun and laughter twice a week, Thursdays @1pm, Saturdays @1pm.  BYO lunch or a plate to share. Mah-jong will be played on the 4th Thursday of the month.

• DRAWING GROUP – Sketchy Gals: Beginners welcome, come and join us twice per month on Saturdays 10.30-12.30pm, to try different drawing and art techniques and share tips and ideas.  This group is essentially self-taught to practice drawing skills through shared experience.  Each meeting has a suggested exercise / project topic or you are welcome to bring your own project, please bring your own materials. 

• CREATIVE CONNECTIONS - Beginners Sewing:  our sewing group have been very busy, improving their sewing skills, mending items & starting new projects.  Elizabeth will assist in all manner of things related to sewing.  Bring your own machine or use our machine or overlocker, on the 4th Thursday of the month from 11am – 1pm.

• CREATIVE CONNECTIONS: Come and join us the 2nd Thurs each month from 11am -1pm and bring along your creative endeavours - art, craft, knitting, crochet, macrame projects or a special project you would like to develop.  Share and learn new skills with other like-minded Sheddies over a coffee/tea & chat.

• SHED JAZZ: Is a joint project between the Coolum Women’s and Men’s Shed. Jazz musician’s get together and jam each Monday 1-3pm. If you are an experienced jazz musician or singer who is interested in joining them, pop in and listen or contact Ian on 0428 598 465…..no tuition is provided.

• FUNDRAISING FOR CWS:  Would you like to help us raise funds with minimal effort?  Coolum Womens Shed is registered for Containers For Change.  All cans, glass and plastic bottles marked with a 10c stamp can be recycled.  It is located in Lysaght St opposite the German Bakehouse in the Coolum Industrial Estate.  Our CWS code is 
# C10120544, $$$ are then allocated to our account.  We have a Containers for Change bag at the Shed where you can leave your cans/bottles and we can deposit them for you. 

• ACTIVITIES and VOLUNTEERING AT CWS:  If you happen to have expertise or special skills you would like to share and are keen to volunteer please contact us at [email protected]  (A reminder we don't have a contact phone number and no full time admin support).  All activities & events are conducted by our team of CWS volunteers & without their support, we cannot conduct our low-cost activities.  Several tasks are required to set up, supervise, check attendance and support the activity.  If you have skills you would like to share eg kayaking, tools, mosaics, outdoor activities, or new ideas for activities & workshops and are interested in becoming an Activity Volunteer Coordinator, please contact Deilia.

Kind regards Deilia and the Management Committee. 

Greetings Sheddies,

• CWS AGM: a reminder that our 5th AGM is coming up on Sat 16 Sept. at 2pm.You are invited to attend, so please book on Hello Club, so we know you are coming.  Our Management Committee comprises members from diverse backgrounds who are keen to assist in the ongoing development of the Shed.  You don’t need any qualifications to be nominated, though a keen understanding of our Shed Purpose and Values and the benefit it brings to our members is important – Connection through Recreation.  Our meetings are generally held once per month at the Shed.  We have had a number of members express interest on being on the committee, but we are still lacking a Treasurer.  We have a member who can do the bookkeeping, but need someone to oversee the accounts on the committee.  Come and chat to Deilia and Georgia if you are interested in joining our Management Committee team, sub committees or assisting with any of our diverse tasks.

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• TUESDAY & WEDNESDAY WALK GROUPS: the recent away walk saw the Tuesday group visit & tour the Coolum Womens Shed in Research St with a return walk through the lovely bushland track to the Pool Café Peregian Springs.  The addition of the Wednesday walk group has provided our members with an alternative day and opportunity to meet new people whilst getting fit.  Their away walk was around Mudjimba, Twin Waters area and coffee at High Tide.

 

• YOGA WITH SIMONE:  CWS and Simone are keen to run a yoga retreat (possibly end Oct) for members who attend the Gentle Flow Yoga class on Thursdays 9.30-10.30am.  If you are interested, please speak to Simone when attending the class and she will add you to the list.  This weekly yoga class is suitable for beginners or those new to yoga.  Come and meet the lovely Simone who will gently guide you in these yoga classes. 

 

• CREATIVE CONNECTIONS - Cricut Workshop: Plans are underway to run a workshop in the use of our Cricut, a piece of equipment that can be used for all manner of craft creations.  We will keep you posted.

 

• OTT (ON THE TOOLS): are you a keen and experienced woodworker in the use of a variety of tools?  We are looking for more members or women tradies who can instruct and share their skills with our group of eager learners.   For those who have not been to our Tool Shed, you can learn how to use a variety of tools, so you can bring your own project to make / mend or join in with our projects.  We adhere to safe work practices- Induction, closed shoes, eye protection, masks etc. 

 

• BRAINIACS – Cards & Games: Don’t be fooled by the name of the group. We now have members learning to play Mahjong and other card & board games. Our members also test their skills in Canasta, 500, & Philadelphia. Lots of fun and laughter twice a week, Thursdays @1pm, Saturdays @1pm. BYO lunch or a plate to share. 

 

• DRAWING GROUP – Sketchy Gals: Come and join us twice per month on Saturdays 10.30-12.30pm, to try different drawing and art techniques and share tips and ideas. This group is essentially self-taught to practice drawing skills through shared experience, but beginners are also welcome. Each meeting has a suggested exercise / project topic or you are welcome to bring your own project. Please bring your own materials.

 

• CREATIVE CONNECTIONS - Sewing Group: Beginners welcome. our new sewing group have been very busy, improving their sewing skills, mending items & starting new projects. Elizabeth will assist in all manner of things related to sewing. Bring your own machine or use our machine or overlocker, on the 4th Thursday of the month from 11am – 1pm.

 

• BOOKINGS REMINDER: Always check Hello Club or the CWS website for latest updates www.thewomensshed.org (this monthly newsletter is located on our website in NEWS) Book & pay on HELLO CLUB for all activities, meetups and workshops. If unsure ask your Activity Volunteer Coordinator or a Committee Member. You are welcome to come and try an activity before becoming a member & paying the membership fee.

 

• FUNDRAISING FOR CWS: would you like to help us raise funds with minimal effort? Coolum Women’s Shed is registered for Containers for Change. All cans, glass and plastic bottles marked with a 10c stamp can be recycled.  It is located in Lysaght St opposite the German Bakehouse in the Coolum Industrial Estate. Our CWS code is #C10120544, $$$ are then allocated to our account. We have a Containers for Change bag at the Shed where you can leave your cans/bottles and we can deposit them for you.

 

• ACTIVITIES and VOLUNTEERING AT CWS: Due to some of our activity volunteer coordinators being unavailable to run activities (holidays, family & work commitments etc ) these more specialised activities are on hold: belly dancing, mud club pottery, mosaics, kayaking. If you happen to have expertise or special skills in these areas and keen to volunteer please contact us at [email protected] (A reminder we don’t have a contact phone number as we have no full time admin support). All activities & events are conducted by our team of CWS volunteers & without their support, we cannot conduct our low-cost activities. Several tasks are required to set up, supervise, check attendance and support the activity. If you have skills you would like to share eg kayaking, tools, mosaics, outdoor activities, or new ideas for activities & workshops and are interested in becoming an Activity Volunteer Coordinator, please contact Deilia.

Kind regards Deilia and the Management Committee.

The Coolum Womens Shed Inc. IA58358                          CWS Newsletter August 2023 

• CREATIVE CONNECTIONS: come and join us the 2nd Thursday each month from 11am -1pm and bring along your creative endeavours - art, craft, knitting, crochet, macrame projects or a special project you would like to develop. Share and learn new skills with other like-minded Sheddies over a coffee/tea & chat.
• YOGA WITH SIMONE: this Gentle Flow Yoga class on Thursdays 9.30-10.30am is open to all ages and abilities, suitable for beginners or those new to yoga along with those that want to slow their practice down. Classes will move at a slower and steady pace, there are modifications and also option for more challenging asanas suitable for the students ability. Come and meet the lovely Simone who will gently guide these yoga classes.
• BOOKINGS REMINDER: Always check Hello Club or the CWS website for latest updates www.thewomensshed.org (this monthly newsletter is located on our website in NEWS) Book & pay on HELLO CLUB for all activities, meetups and workshops. If unsure ask your Activity Volunteer Coordinator or a Committee Member or attend COOL-IT training sessions. You are welcome to come and try an activity before becoming a member & paying the membership fee.
• COOL-IT TRAINING SESSIONS FOR HELLO CLUB AND BAND: We understand the challenge of learning our tech & booking systems. Volunteer Coordinators and members are invited to attend individual IT tech sessions at the Shed every 2nd Thursday of the month at 10.30am. Book a timeslot on Hello Club and the lovely Georgia and Ric will guide you in these sessions.
• ACTIVITIES, MEETUPS AND WORKSHOPS BOOKINGS - on HELLO CLUBREMINDER always book & pay on Hello Club, if you are unsure how to do this ask your activity volunteer coordinator or a member of the Committee or attend COOL IT training sessions. The activities calendar and links to Hello Club can also be found on the CWS website www.thewomensshed.org
• BAND: an app, a private chat platform for CWS members, that we use for updates and information exchange for our all our activities. When you have paid your member ship fee your activity coordinator will send you an invite so you can access Band. Remember to check FEED and CHATS as well for general CWS updates and information.
• ACTIVITIES and VOLUNTEERING AT CWS: Due to some of our activity volunteer coordinators being unavailable to run activities (holidays, family & work commitments etc ) these more specialised activities are on hold: belly dancing, mud club pottery, kayaking. If you happen to have expertise or special skills in these areas and keen to volunteer please contact us at [email protected] (A reminder we don’t have a contact phone number as we have no full time admin support). All activities & events are conducted by our team of CWS volunteers & without their support, we cannot conduct our low-cost activities. Several tasks are required to set up, supervise, check attendance and support the activity. If you have skills you would like to share eg kayaking, tools, mosaics, outdoor activities, or new ideas for activities & workshops and are interested in becoming an Activity Volunteer Coordinator, please contact Deilia.
  

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Kind regards Deilia and the Management Committee.
The Coolum Womens Shed Inc. IA58358                          CWS Newsletter June 2023

Greetings Sheddies.

• BOOKINGS REMINDER:  Always check CWS website for latest updates www.thewomensshed.org(this monthly newsletter is located on our website in NEWS) Book & pay on HELLO CLUB for all activities, meetups and workshops.  If unsure ask your Activity Volunteer Coordinator or a Committee Member or attend COOL IT training sessions.  You are welcome to come and try an activity before becoming a member.  

 

• CREATIVE CONNECTIONS:  come and join us the 2nd Thurs each month from 11am -1pm and bring along your creative endeavours - art, craft, knitting, crochet, macrame projects or a special project you would like to develop.  Share and learn new skills with other like-minded Sheddies over a coffee/tea & chat.

 

• CREATIVE CONNECTIONS - BEGINNERS SEWING:  we now have Creative Connections Sewing Sessions.  Come along on the 4th Thursday of the month from 11am – 1pm.  If you are keen to improve your sewing skills, mend items, or finish a project Elizabeth will assist in all manner of things related to sewing.  We have one machine and an overlocker, or bring your own.

 

• MOSAICS:  this meetup on the 2nd Saturday of the month from 10am-1pm is an opportunity to develop or work on your own project – picture frame, outdoor pot, bird bath etc. or join the Sheddies Mosaic Totem Poles project.  We adhere to safe work practices- Induction, closed shoes, eye protection, masks etc.

• FUNDRAISING FOR CWS: would you like to help us raise funds with minimal effort?  Coolum Women’s Shed is registered for Containers for Change.  All cans, glass and plastic bottles marked with a 10c stamp can be recycled.  It is located in Lysaght St opposite the German Bakehouse in the Coolum Industrial Estate.  Our CWS code is # C10120544, $$$ are then allocated to our account. 

• WALK GROUP TUESDAY: looking for expressions of interest to form another walk group during the week, possibly Wednesday morning at a different start site.  The lovely Lynne would lead this group but we require a 2nd coordinator to ensure this group happens.  If you are keen to assist, you can reply by email [email protected]attn Deilia Murray or on BAND Walk Group chat.  Remember to book in on Hello Club for our all our walks so we know who is attending on the day, we aim to leave at 8am sharp.  Away Walks are the first Tues of each month, always check both Hello Club details and Band chats for directions and the map. No dogs, please.

 

• FITNESS TRAINING WITH ROBYN: fitness sessions have included Resistance Training & Box Fit.  Robyn is keen to see women increase their fitness, balance and strength so classes are designed to encourage and support in a relaxed yet fun atmosphere.  Sessions run on 4/5 week blocks, limited numbers per block session.

 

• YOGA WITH SIMONE: this Gentle Flow Yoga class on Thursdays 9.30-10.30am is open to all ages and abilities, suitable for beginners or those new to yoga along with those that want to slow their practice down.  Classes will move at a slower and steady pace, there are modifications and also option for more challenging asanas suitable for the students ability.  Come and meet the lovely Simone who will gently guide these yoga classes

• OTT (ON THE TOOLS):  are you keen to learn how to use a variety of useful tools?  You can bring your own project to make / mend or join us with our projects, like our outdoor table which we are working to restore.  We adhere to safe work practices- Induction, closed shoes, eye protection, masks etc.

• BRAINIACS – Cards & games:  Don’t be fooled by the name of the group.  Our members have great fun testing their skills in Canasta, 500, Philadelphia, with some keen to learn Mah-jong and other board games.  Lots of fun and laughter twice a week, Thursdays @1pm, Saturdays @1pm.

•  COOL - IT TRAINING SESSIONS FOR HELLO CLUB AND BAND: We understand the challenge of learning our tech & booking systems. Volunteer Coordinators and members are invited to attend individual IT tech sessions at the Shed every second Thursday of the month between 10.30am and 1pm. Book in on Hello Club and specify a specific time. The lovely Georgia or Ric will guide you in these sessions.

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•  DEMO DAYS: Demos continue to run as requested by our members. Check Hello Club for more opportunities before and during Creative Connections (now runs once per month). A Demo Days chat group has been set up on Band so you can add activities you would like to see covered.

• ACTIVITIES, MEETUPS AND WORKSHOPS BOOKINGS - on HELLO CLUB REMINDER always book & pay on Hello Club, if you are unsure how to do this ask your activity volunteer coordinator or a member of the Committee or attend COOL IT training sessions. The activities calendar and links to Hello Club can also be found on the CWS website www.thewomensshed.org.au

• ​BAND: (app, chat platform for updates on our groups) when you become a member you can access Band for the latest news. Remember to check FEED and GROUP CHATS for general CWS updates and information.  

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• ACTIVITIES ON HOLD and VOLUNTEERING AT CWS: Due to some of our activity volunteer coordinators being unavailable to run activities (holidays, family & work commitments etc. ) these more specialised activities are on hold: belly dancing, mud club pottery, kayaking.  If you happen to have expertise or special skills in these areas and keen to volunteer please contact us at [email protected]  A reminder we don't have a contact phone number as we have no full time admin support – all activities & events are conducted by our team of CWS  volunteers.  Without their support, we cannot conduct our low-cost activities.  Several tasks are required to set up, supervise, check attendance and support the activity.  If you have skills you would like to share eg kayaking, tools, mosaics, outdoor activities, or new ideas for activities & workshops and are interested in becoming an Activity Volunteer Coordinator, please contact Deilia.

 
Kind regards Deilia and the Management Committee.​

Greetings Sheddies.
Well Easter, the school holidays and two public holidays are over; we hope you enjoyed the holidays/break and had fun with family and friends.  Welcome to those new members attending Brainiacs and the walk group.  Are you eager to improve your fitness after all those easter eggs and hot cross buns?  We offer a selection of fitness/wellness activities, so come along and try our fitness classes, yoga or walking as outlined below.  Remember to book activities on Hello Club.
 

• CWS CAPS: new navy caps have arrived for those who ordered one, also grey caps available, order in extras on Hello Club.

 

• FITNESS TRAINING WITH ROBYN:  fitness sessions have included Resistance Training & Box Fit.  Robyn is keen to see women increase their fitness, balance and strength so classes are designed to encourage and support in a relaxed yet fun atmosphere.  Sessions run in 4/5 week blocks.  The next block of Resistance training sessions start Wed 10 May for 4 weeks.  Robyn is planning to run BoxFit again, so keep an eye on the calendar.

 

• YOGA WITH SIMONE:  this Gentle Flow Yoga class is open to all ages and abilities, suitable for beginners or those new to yoga along with those that want to slow their practice down.  Classes will move at a slower and steady pace, there are modifications and also option for more challenging asanas suitable for the student’s ability.  Come and meet the lovely Simone who will gently guide these yoga classes.

 

• WALKING GROUP:  the March away walk to Pt Cartwright, took in the riverside, lighthouse and beach areas.  A fun morning with great weather, interesting walk and terrific coffee at the local café.  Remember to book in on Hello Club for our walks so we know who is attending on the day.  The Away Walks are the first Tues of each month, always check both Hello Club details and Band for directions and the map.

 

• CREATIVE CONNECTIONS & BEGINNERS SEWING:  we now have Creative Connections Sewing Sessions.  Are you keen to improve your sewing skills, mend items, or finish a project?  Well come and join us on the 4th Thursday of the month, 11am – 1pm, Elizabeth will assist in all manner of things related to sewing.  You can bring your own machine or use ours at the Shed.  Other Creative Connections sessions take place the 2nd Thursday of the month, 11am – 1pm, so bring along any creative endeavours you are working on or art/craft items you would like to share with your fellow Sheddies.  And / Or come for a chat.

 

• OTT (ON THE TOOLS):  are you keen to learn how to use a variety of useful tools?  Recently we have been making cheese boards and tea light holders out of camphor laurel slabs using our band saw, table saw, thicknesser etc.  You can bring your own project to make / mend or join us with our projects, like our outdoor table.

 

• FUNDRAISING FOR CWS:  would you like to help us raise funds with minimal effort?  Coolum Womens Shed is registered for Containers for Change.  All cans, glass and plastic bottles marked with a 10c stamp can be recycled.  It is located in Lysaght St near the German Bakehouse in the Coolum Industrial Estate.  Our CWS code is # C10120544, $$$ allocated to our account.

 

• BRAINIACS – Cards & games:  Don’t be fooled by the name of the group.  Our members have great fun testing their skills in Canasta, 500, Philadelphia, with some keen to learn Mah-jong and other board games.  Lots of fun and laughter twice a week, Thursdays @1pm, Saturdays @1pm.

 

• ACTIVITIES ON HOLD:  Due to some of our volunteer coordinators being unavailable to run groups (holidays, family commitments etc ) these more specialised activities are on hold for the moment: belly dancing, mud club pottery, kayaking.  If you happen to have expertise or special skills in these areas and keen to volunteer please contact us at [email protected]  A reminder we don't have a contact phone number as we have no full time admin support – CWS is run wholly by our volunteers.

 

• CWS ACTIVITIES SUB COMMITTEE:  are you keen to become more involved in planning our activities?  Our Activities Sub Committee needs a few more helping hands to plan and organise activities for the Shed.  Contact Georgia or Ric.

•    GARDENING:  are you aware of the Coolum Community Native Nursery?  The place to go for native plants, shrubs and trees.  They are located 157 Warran Rd Yaroomba,  www.coolumnatives.com 

• COOL - IT TRAINING SESSIONS FOR HELLO CLUB AND BAND:  We understand the challenge of learning our tech & booking systems.  Volunteer Coordinators and members are invited to attend individual IT tech sessions at the Shed every 2nd Thurs of the month at10.30am.  Book a timeslot on Hello Club and the lovely Georgia and Ric will guide you in these sessions.

 

• DEMO DAYS:  Demos continue to run as requested by our members.  Check Hello Club for more opportunities before and during Creative Connections (now runs once per month)..  A Demo Days chat group has been set up on Band so you can add activities you would like to see covered.

 

• HELLO CLUB - ACTIVITIES, MEETUPS AND WORKSHOPS (SCHEDULED BOOKED): REMINDER always book & pay on Hello Club, if you are unsure how to do this ask your activity volunteer coordinator or a member of the Committee or attend COOL IT training sessions.  Always check CWS website for latest updates www.thewomensshed.org 

 

• BAND: (app, chat platform for updates on our groups) when you become a member you can access Band.  Remember to check FEED and CHATS for general CWS updates and information.

 

• VOLUNTEERING AT CWS:  activities & events are conducted by our team of volunteers.  Without their support, we cannot conduct our low-cost activities.  Several tasks are required to set up, supervise, check attendance and support the activity.  If you have skills you would like to share eg kayaking, tools, mosaics, outdoor activities, or new ideas for activities & workshops and are interested in becoming an Activity Volunteer Coordinator, please contact Deilia.

Kind regards Deilia and the Management Committee.

Greetings Sheddies and happy Easter
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• VOLUNTEER LUNCH:  A special lunch was held for our volunteers and coordinators to thank and acknowledge them for their hard work and commitment to the Shed and its activities.  In collaboration with Coolum Mens Shed, their talented Jazz Trio COAST provided the entertainment.  Great afternoon, yummy food and terrific music.  A big thank you to the Committee and Coolum Mens Shed.

• CWS MEMBER SURVEY:  Thank you to all those who completed our Activity Survey.  The comments and feedback will assist us plan, expand and provide quality activities for our community of women.  We will keep you posted about new activities.

  

• BRAINIACS – Cards & games:  Don’t be fooled by the name of the group.  Our members have great fun testing their skills in Canasta, 500, Philadelphia, with some keen to learn Mahjong and other board games.  Lots of fun and laughter twice a week, Thursdays @1pm, Saturdays @1pm.

 

• BOOKCLUBS:  Currently we run 3 Book Clubs which are all full.  With sufficient interest we may run another group, possibly lunch time dependant on coordinator and members availability.

 

• OTT (ON THE TOOLS): Come and learn how to use our band saw, table saw, thicknesser etc.  Recently we have been making cheese boards and tea light holders out of camphor laurel slabs.  Bring your own project or join us on ours.

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• ​WALKING GROUP:  Our Tuesday walk continues to grow in members; a possible 2nd walking group may run if there is sufficient interest, and a volunteer coordinator is available.​  

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• ACTIVITIES ON HOLD:  Due to some of our volunteer coordinators being unavailable to run groups (holidays, family commitments etc ) these more specialised activities are on hold: belly dancing, mosaics, mud club pottery, kayaking.  If you happen to have expertise or special skills in these areas and keen to volunteer please contact us at [email protected]  A reminder we don't have a contact phone number as we have no full time admin support – CWS is run by volunteers.

 

• GARDENING AND VEGE GROWING:  For those keen gardeners with limited space, are you aware that the Vege Village in Peregian Beach (behind the new community Centre) is the place to go?  They have a range of individual and community garden beds and activities in which to participate. http://veggievillage.org.au/ [email protected]  There is a range of other Community Vege Gardens across the Sunshine Coast.

 

• BOOK SWAP:  Are you aware that we have a broad range of books in our library, these are available for loan or to swap.  Check out the variety of books when you come to an activity at the Shed or pop in when we are open.

 

• COOL - IT TRAINING SESSIONS FOR HELLO CLUB AND BAND:  We understand the challenge of learning our tech & booking systems.  Volunteer Coordinators and members are invited to attend individual IT tech sessions at the Shed every 2nd Thurs of the month at10.30am.  Book a timeslot on Hello Club and the lovely Georgia and Ric will guide you in these sessions.

 

• DEMO DAYS:  Demos continue to run as requested by our members.  Check Hello Club for more opportunities before and during Creative Connections (now runs once per month)..  A Demo Days chat group has been set up on Band so you can add activities you would like to see covered.

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• ACTIVITIES, MEETUPS AND WORKSHOPS BOOKINGS - on HELLO CLUBREMINDER always book & pay on Hello Club, if you are unsure how to do this ask your activity volunteer coordinator or a member of the Committee or attend COOL IT training sessions. The activities calendar and links to Hello Club can also be found on the CWS website www.thewomensshed.org

• BAND: (app, chat platform for updates on our groups) when you become a member you can access Band for the latest news. Remember to check FEED and GROUP CHATS for general CWS updates and information.

• VOLUNTEERING AT CWS: activities & events are conducted by our team of volunteers. Without their support, we cannot conduct our low-cost activities. Several tasks are required to set up, supervise, check attendance and support the activity. If you have skills you would like to share eg kayaking, DIY, mosaics, outdoor activities, or new ideas for activities & workshops and are interested in becoming an Activity Volunteer Coordinator, please contact Deilia.

Kind regards Deilia

Greetings Sheddies.
 
A big welcome to new members who joined the Walk Group, Sketchy Gals (drawing), Brainiacs (cards & games), Belly Dancing and OTT (On the Tools). We are very pleased to meet women from all over the Sunshine Coast who are now participate across a range of our activities.

• CWS MEMBER SURVEY: The short Activity Survey / Questionnaire on CWS Website is still open for responses. Please take the time to provide important feedback so we can continue to plan, expand and provide quality activities for our community of women.

• OTT (ON THE TOOLS): come and learn how to use our band saw, table saw, thicknesser etc. Recently we have been making cheese boards and tea light holders out of camphor laurel slabs. Bring your own project or join us on ours.

• DEMO DAYS: Demos continue to run as offered or requested by our members. Check Hello Club for more opportunities before and during Creative Connections (now runs once per month). A Demo Days chat group has been set up on Band so you can add activities you would like to see covered or suggest a topic you can demonstrate.

• SHED SPRING CLEAN / WORKING BEE: A big thank you to our small band of volunteers who did an amazing job clearing and sorting equipment in the storeroom, our admin/craft room and Tool Shed. We had accumulated a lot of stuff (tech term) via generous donations.  Currently we are not accepting any donations of goods & equipment, but if we require specific items, we will put a call out on CWS website or facebook. Thank you to those who previously donated goods.
  

• ACTIVITIES, MEETUPS AND WORKSHOPS BOOKINGS - on HELLO CLUBREMINDER always book & pay on Hello Club, if you are unsure how to do this ask your activity volunteer coordinator or a member of the Committee or attend COOL IT training sessions. The activities calendar and links to Hello Club can also be found on the CWS website www.thewomensshed.org
  

• BAND: (app, chat platform for updates on our groups) when you become a member you can access Band for the latest news. Remember to check FEED and GROUP CHATS for general CWS updates and information.
  

• VOLUNTEERING AT CWS: activities & events are conducted by our team of volunteers. Without their support, we cannot conduct our low-cost activities. Several tasks are required to set up, supervise, check attendance and support the activity. If you have skills you would like to share eg kayaking, DIY, mosaics, outdoor activities, or new ideas for activities & workshops and are interested in becoming an Activity Volunteer Coordinator, please contact Deilia.
  

Management Committee and our Volunteer Coordinators look forward to an exciting 2023.
Kind regards Deilia

Greetings Sheddies.
We hope you all enjoyed the festive season and had lots of fun with family and friends. What a great start to 2023 - Shed activities recommenced the week of Mon 16 Jan with members eager to get back to their regular activities, especially those that involve getting fit after the festive season. Welcome new members.

CWS MEMBER SURVEY: This short Survey / Questionnaire has been posted on CWS website, BAND and emailed to current members. Please take the time to provide important feedback so we can continue to expand and provide quality activities.  Go to 2023 survey page 

IT TRAINING SESSIONS FOR HELLO CLUB AND BAND: we understand the challenge of learning our tech & booking systems. For Volunteer Coordinators and members, we will hold individual IT tech sessions at the Shed each fortnight commencing Thurs 9 Feb. from 10.30am. Book a timeslot on
Hello Club and the lovely Georgia and Ric will guide you in these sessions.

DEMO DAYS: Georgia will demonstrate Mosaic Crochet at Creative Connections Thursday 9 Feb. Don’t miss our first Demo Day, so book in on Hello Club. A Demo Days chat group has been set up on Band so you can add activities you would like to see covered.

SHED SPRING CLEAN / WORKING BEE: all hands-on deck for our working bee. Time for a clear out…we have accumulated a lot of stuff, equipment and goodies (tech terms). We have allotted 2 days for the spring clean - Sundays 12 & 19 Feb from 9am-3pm. If you have a few hours to spare and would like to help out, even making coffee/tea for the workers. Book in on Hello Club so we know how many helpers we have on the day. We will hold a car boot sale a little later.

HELLO CLUB - ACTIVITIES, MEETUPS AND WORKSHOPS (SCHEDULED BOOKED): REMINDER always book & pay on Hello Club, if you are unsure how to do this ask your activity volunteer coordinator or a member of the Committee. Link for Hello Club on our website www.thewomenshed.org always check our website for latest updates.

BAND: (app,chat platform for each of our groups) when you become a member you can then access Band after you receive an invite to that group. Remember to check the FEED as well as the CHATS for general CWS updates and information.

VOLUNTEERING AT CWS: our activities & events are conducted by our team of volunteers. Without their support, we cannot conduct our low-cost activities. We require 2 Volunteer Coordinators per regular activity, (several tasks are required to set up, supervise, check attendance and support the activity). If you have skills you would like to share, new ideas for activities & workshops and interested in becoming an activity Volunteer Coordinator, please contact Deilia.
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Management Committee and our volunteer coordinators are looking forward to an exciting 2023.
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Kind regards Deilia

The Coolum Womens Shed Inc.   IA58358 ​

Volunteering at CWS: our activities & events are conducted by our team of volunteers. Without their support, we cannot conduct our low-cost activities. We require 2 volunteer coordinators per regular activity, (several tasks are required to set up, supervise and support the activity). If you have skills you would like to share, new ideas for activities & workshops and interested in becoming an activity volunteer coordinator, please contact Deilia.

Demo Days:  we are planning to run specific demo sessions in the new year, during existing activities, eg Creative Connections, On The Tools. A Demo Days chat group has been set up on Band. Please add your ideas and topics you would like to see covered.

Training sessions for Hello Club and Band:  we understand the challenge of learning our tech & booking systems, with members providing directions whilst at activities. We are very keen to make these processes easier, so we plan to hold group & individual tech sessions on days we are at the Shed. We will keep you posted of proposed dates.

Hello Club: Activities, meetups and workshops (schedules & bookings): REMINDER always book & pay on Hello Club, if you are unsure how to do this ask your activity volunteer coordinator or a member of the Committee. Link for Hello Club on our website www.thewomenshed.org always check our website for latest updates.

Band: when you become a member you can then access Band (chat platform for each of our groups). You will receive an invite to the Band app, if you are not yet on this, please ask another member to invite you, as it is extremely useful. Remember to check the FEED as well as the CHATS for general CWS updates and information.

See you in 2023, kind regards
Deilia
President CWS
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Greetings.
Our AGM took place in September and the new Management Committee is hard at work.  I am enjoying the role of President and would like to acknowledge the outgoing Committee for their great work & contributions to the development of CWS.  
We will ensure CWS continues to provide opportunities for Connection through Recreation for our members.  Much work is undertaken behind the scenes, which may go unnoticed but is vitally important to maintain & develop CWS into a strong & vibrant community-based organisation.  I look forward to meeting more members and working with you all to ensure we share & learn new skills, try new activities, make friends and above all, have fun.!!
Deilia Murray.
 
Activities, meetups and workshops (scheduled booked):  reminder to always book on Hello Club and that we endeavour to run these activities with 2 volunteer coordinators to support and supervise the activity (we aim for 3).  This is a safety measure that forms part of our risk management process.  If you are interested in becoming an activity volunteer coordinator please contact Deilia.

Band:  (chat platform for each of our groups) when you become a member you can then access Band after you receive an invite to that group.   Remember to check the FEED as well as the CHATS for general CWS updates and information.

Brainiacs:  1pm Saturday cards/games group continues to attract new members and we have just started another group on Thursdays at 1.00pm.  Come along, have fun and test your skills.

Book Clubs:  Library Book Packs – a reminder if you are a member of any CWS Book Clubs, please remember to pay your fee by adding it from the extra’s menu in the booking system – $12.50 per year.  The book pack service costs CWS over $100 a year per club.

Walking group:  every Tuesday a group of very keen women enjoy the varied walks.  The coffee is always a treat at the end.  The November Away Walk will be held on Tues 8 Nov, further information will be posted on Hello Club Walk Group.
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Sketchy gals:  drawing meetup; interested getting started in drawing or specific techniques?  Beginners welcome to this self-paced group, each meeting will have a basic topic.  You can bring your own project or suggest tutorials or activities.  BYO materials.

Donation:  recently we received a donation of $605 from a Sunshine Coast Council Senior Engineer.  He raises funds for community groups and Not for Profits, during September it was Womens Health Week, so he chose Coolum Women’s Shed.  We were delighted to receive this unexpected and generous donation.
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Tool Shed:  what a great job Sheddies are doing - handmade name installed above roller door, repurposed rolling cabinets for power tools work benches, stand for outside sink, repair kitchen cupboard door and the mosaic letterbox is almost complete.  Sessions currently: - A meetup is an informal session that can be self-directed or you can join in with projects we are working on.  You can use equipment and scraps for small projects but for larger ones you need to source your own materials.  Please do not use any equipment alone and without familiarising yourself with the safety instructions and the manual (all kept in the folder at the shed).  As we progress, a record of Inductions and Tool competencies will be developed.

CWS furniture: we have acquired another Poang chair and now have a spare couch to give away, the one in the main hall of the Community Centre.  If you are interested, please chat to a Management Committee member.

Coolum Men’s Shed:  Saturday 29 Oct 9.30am, celebrations for their 10-year anniversary.  Along with a dedication of a Memorial Garden for past members, there will be a garage sale and morning tea.  CWS have been invited to this whole day event.

First Fridays Social Meetup:  on hold until next year.  Even though this is a social gathering we need 2 volunteers to organise, check the CWS bookings and lead the evening get-togethers.  If you are interested in taking on this role, please let one of the management committee know

Xmas celebration:  Yes Xmas is coming and we will be organising an activity/celebration for our members, possibly early December, details to come.
Thankyou
Deilia M.