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Mad Hatter's Day and Gosford City Markets - April Thursday, 05 April 2012 04:37 |  Written by Manager |  |  | 
Mad Hatter's Maze Maps
We have online maps for both age groups to participate in the Mad Hatter's Maze Maps on Saturday, April 14th, 2012 at 10am!
Bring the kids down for a fantastic day at the markets and be sure to wear your maddest hat!
Last Updated (Wednesday, 11 April 2012 06:37) |
Seniors Week in Gosford CityWednesday, 14 March 2012 23:32 | Written by Manager | | |
Seniors Week in Gosford City
Gosford City Council is encouraging local seniors to get involved in the many activities happening during Seniors Week 2012.
Seniors Week runs from Sunday 18 – Friday 24 March 2012 with social, cultural, physical, environmental and educational activities happening across Gosford City.
Gosford City Council’s Coordinator of 50+ Leisure and Learning Centres, Ms. Rhondda Gibson said that a range of activities for seniors will be held throughout the week.
“Seniors Week is a chance to celebrate and thank seniors for their contribution to our community.
“There are heaps of great activities on including a Green Living bus tour, beach safety talks, a number of library activities, aqua exercise classes as well as sport and recreation activities.
“It is an opportunity for older people to get together, be healthy and active as well as see the great programs offered at our 50+ Leisure and Learning Centres year round,” said Ms Gibson.
A Seniors Week Photography Competition was also run through Gosford City Libraries with winners announced on Thursday 15 March with entries on display at Kincumber Library during Seniors Week
2012 activities include: CPR and Senior First Aid Courses, Seniors Gala Day, Central Coast Family History Workshop, Computer Open Day, Central Coast Cricket Match and much more!
A full list of activities are detailed in the Seniors Week 2012 brochures available at Council’s Customer Service Centres and 50+ Leisure and Learning Centres at Gosford, Ettalong and Terrigal.
To book or for further information visit a 50+ Leisure and Learning Centre or contact 4324 4749. Kibble Park Hosts Inaugural Outdoor Film ScreeningTuesday, 14 February 2012 05:05 | Written by Manager | | |
Bring your picnics and rugs to the first ever outdoor movie at Kibble Park on Saturday 25 February from 7pm.
This event was originally scheduled for early January 2012 but was postponed due to wet weather.
As part of the Summer in the City program, Cars 2 will be screened courtesy of Screen Hunter Central Coast who are donating the film to the Summer In the City program.
As a prelude to Cars 2, short films selected from the popular short film competition Coasties, conducted by Avoca Beach Theatre will be also be shown.
Gosford City Council’s Manager of Community and Cultural Development, Ms. Sue Verhoek says that it’s a very exciting opportunity to be able to bring this type of event to Kibble Park.
“We are thrilled to be showing the first ever feature film here in the heart of Gosford, Kibble Park.
“The weather unfortunately didn’t come to the party last time around but fingers crossed we have some good weather for what will be a fantastic event.
“The Summer in the City program has brought creativity and life to the CBD and we are looking forward to a wonderful evening.
“The films will look spectacular on the biggest inflatable screen on the market which is 8 metres long by 4 metres high.
“It will be a great night for whole family and it’s free,’ said Ms. Verhoek.
Market stalls, food and drinks will also be available on the night.
This is an alcohol free event and is proudly sponsored by Regional Youth Support Services (RYSS), Screen Hunter Central Coast, The Imperial Centre, Avoca Beach Picture Theatre, Gosford Business Improvement District and FIXX Events.
For further information about this Summer in the City event contact Council’s Community and Cultural Development unit on 4325 8362 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
To view the 2012 Summer in the City program visit www.gosford.nsw.gov.au or follow myGosford on Facebook for event information and updates. |
Scottish Theme Kicks Off Gosford City MarketsTuesday, 31 January 2012 01:22 | Written by Manager | | |
It will be a very Scottish theme when the Gosford City Markets return to Kibble Park on Saturday 11th February 2012.
The Gosford City Markets combines events with the Central Coast Highland Dancing Group to transform Kibble Park into “McKibble Park and all things Scottish” for the day The “McKibble Park” event commences at 8am with markets stalls, entertainment on the William St Mall stage and the Central Coast Highland Dancing Titles on the main stage. The titles are a key event for Highland Dancers from all over Australia and is the first major event on the competitive calendar. Since its inception in 2008, dancers from all over NSW and interstate have challenged the Central Coast’s best in a bid to take the regional title. Paul Brasch, Manager of GBID comments:
“The McKibble Park event is a great way to kick off the new year and we are delighted to merge events with the Central Coast Highland Dancing Group.
We will have entertainment on both stages, market stalls, Scottish merchandise, food and bag pipes aplenty ! This will be a great way to spend a Saturday morning. The markets are not overly crowded and have plenty of car parking nearby. Kibble Park Gosford has full wheelchair access as well.
The wonderful playground in Kibble Park keeps the ‘little market goers’ entertained. On Saturday 11th Febriuary, we will have a a Haggis Throwing competiton, Caber Toss and a Kilted Dash for the kids. The atmosphere will be amazing”. . The Gosford City Markets are a partnership of GBID and Gosford City Rotary. This month we will welcome new arts and produce stalls including breads & pastry treats, spices, wines, honey, fresh fruit and vegetables as well as arts, crafts, homewares and much, much more. .
Kibble Park is located in Gosford’s CBD off Henry Parry Drive, with 650 FREE parking available at the nearby Gosford Town Centre or the Imperial Shopping Centre carpark, free on Saturday mornings.
We are always looking for more great, unique stalls to add variety to our markets. For enquiries, please contact GBID today on (02) 4322 7726 or visit www.gosfordcity.com.au
Last Updated (Tuesday, 31 January 2012 01:25) Active Seniors Program In Kibble ParkTuesday, 31 January 2012 01:14 | Written by Manager | | |
Active Seniors Program in Kibble Park
Gosford City Council will be conducting an Active Seniors Program during the month of February in Kibble Park commencing Wednesday 1 February 2012. The program aims to provide social and recreational activities in a safe environment and is designed to enable older people to have fun, make new friends and promote health and wellbeing. Gosford City Council’s Manager of Community Development, Ms. Sue Verhoek says that staying active is vital for good physical health and wellbeing – no matter what your age. “The activities are focused on those aged over 50 but they’re open to all members of the community. “We’ve put together a number of fun activities to try – poi twirling, yoga, qigong, and drumming. “All the activities will be conducted in Kibble Park and are free to attend,” said Ms. Verhoek.
The program is as follows:
Yoga – Wednesdays starting 1 February 9am – 10am. Yoga is about creating balance in the body through developing both strength and flexibility. This is done through the performance of poses or postures, each of which has specific physical benefits.
Poise – Poi twirling workshops every Wednesday starting 1 February from 10am – 11.30am. These fun, low impact poi twirling workshops are great for increasing circulation and balancing out the body.
Qigong – Fridays starting 3 February from 9.30am – 10.30am. The practice combines exercises, postures, breathing techniques and meditation to assist the flow of energy through the body, restoring balance and enhancing vitality.
Drumming for Seniors – Monday 13, 20 and 27 February from 9am – 10am. From the raising of your arms and hands, to the measure of your breath and the rhythmic swaying of your body, drumming offers a full mind, body and soulful experience.
Registrations are preferred but drop in participants are very welcome. To book your place or for more information about the program call Council’s Central Coast HACC Development Officer, Ms Jodi Livesley on 4325 8222. |
