Byron Community Centre in Byron Bay, New South Wales | Community centre

Byron Community Centre

Locality: Byron Bay, New South Wales

Phone: +61 2 6685 6807

Address: 69 Jonson Street 2481 Byron Bay, NSW, Australia

Website: http://www.byroncentre.com.au/

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22.01.2022 If you want to learn how to do more on the internet, or just to find out how you can get online, now's the time Don't miss the 'Now’s the Time for Seniors to Get Online' events to assist seniors in the community with building digital skills and confidence Wednesday 21 October Byron Theatre 9am - 12pm... Friday 23 October Byron Community Cabin 9am 12pm Please call the Byron Community Centre on (02) 6685 6807 or email [email protected] to register and for more information about these special #GetOnlineWeek events. #BeConnected #Seniors #DigitalSkills #Digital #Connect #Computer

20.01.2022 It's your last chance to sign up for the digital skills workshop for seniors this Friday Now's the Time for Seniors to Get Online Friday 23 October, Byron Community Cabin (Carlyle Street), 9am - 4pm... The first #GetOnlineWeek event yesterday at the Byron Theatre was a great success with seniors learning how to 'be connected' For more information about the Seniors Computer Club, computer loans and to book into the #GetOnlineWeek event tomorrow, please call (02) 66856807. Now’s the time to Get Online. Good Things Foundation Australia #digitalskills #getonline #seniors #byroncommunitycentre #beatingheartofbyron #computerskills

20.01.2022 "Our homeless shower program restores dignity to vulnerable members of our community by providing a safe environment to access basic hygiene services. We also provide socks, underwear, women's sanitary items and internet access. We rely heavily on donations to assist us in keeping up with the increasing demand for this essential service." - Ianna Murray, Community Worker Our Byron Community Showers Project provides hot showers to 20 people per week on average who are facing... homelessness in the Byron Shire Monday and Wednesday between 10:00am 12:30pm - Book in at breakfast. Donate here: https://bit.ly/3qlYgSf The project is provided by the Byron Community Centre in collaboration with the Byron Shire Council. For more information about the Showers Project: https://bit.ly/3bHVyCK Ianna Murray, Community Worker, Byron Community Centre

19.01.2022 It was a wonderful surprise at our Supporter Event to have theatre icons Rachael Beck and Michael Cormick! The two world-renowned performers put on a spectacular show of Phantom of the Opera accompanied by the Seniors Drumming group, Matt Day on guitar and Cleis Pearce on violin The audience was given a real treat by these amazing singers as part of a thank you for their generous support of the Byron Community Centre.... #supporterevent #beatingheartofbyron #art #byrontheatre

19.01.2022 Happy New Year to everyone from the Byron Community Centre! We wish you all a happy, healthy and heart-filled 2021. May our community spirit continue to beat strongly and help those in need Thank you for all of your support in 2020 ... #beatingheartofbyron #byroncommunity #communityspirit

19.01.2022 Thank you to everyone who donated to our Family Christmas Appeal All 13 of the disadvantaged families will be provided with hampers full of food, decorations and gifts so that they can enjoy a special Christmas together Please support vulnerable families this Christmas: https://byroncentre.com.au/community/donations/... #beatingheartofbyron #byron #community #giveback #christmas

18.01.2022 Get Online Week is kicking off today at 2pm with a quiz! This one-hour quiz will feature a mix of general knowledge questions, music trivia, film synonyms and a special "say what you see" round. Register here: https://aus.getonlineweek.com/quiz Feel free to forward the registration link to friends, family, neighbours. Everyone is welcome to join in on the fun! Spaces are filling up for our special "Now's the Time for Seniors to Get Online" events to assist seniors in the comm...unity to build digital skills and confidence. Wednesday 21 October, Byron Theatre, 9am - 12pm Friday 23 October, Byron Community Cabin, 9am - 12pm If you'd like to book a spot please call (02) 6685 6807. #BeConnected #GetOnlineWeek #Seniors #DigitalSkills #GetOnline Good Things Foundation

17.01.2022 Volunteers needed for the Byron Community Pantry food outreach service The Byron Community Pantry provides food boxes to people unable to physically or financially shop. We need a couple of dedicated volunteers to assist on Tuesday mornings, packing and delivering hamper boxes The role requires a good understanding of confidentiality, compassion, honesty and dedication. You must have a functioning car and come through the BCC volunteers training program and orientation,... as well as on-the-job training. Thank you for supporting locals in need! Please apply by email to [email protected] or call (02) 6685 6807 #BeatingHeartofByron #Covid19 #Community #Volunteer #Food

17.01.2022 Nina is 99 years young and back drumming up a storm! She was seen in her fabulous pink hat and beaming smile on Tuesday at our Seniors Drumming Circle with her friends. Nina charms everyone she meets and credits drumming, dancing, friendship and shopping for her colourful Byron Bay lifestyle ... The Drumming Circle is led by Gareth from Sound Synergy and happens every Tuesday at 10:30 - 11:30am at Byron Community Centre. To register your interest please call Gareth on 0449 923 114. #byroncommunitycentre #drumming #seniors #fun #beatingheartofbyron

16.01.2022 It was a wonderful Yoga and Meditation Day for volunteers It was a day of yoga, meditation and pilates classes as a way to thank all of the incredible volunteers across the Byron Shire for all of the time, energy and love they give. We are so grateful to the nine teachers who so generously gave their time to hold classes free of charge ... Thank you again volunteers for your outstanding contribution to our community! #byroncentre #beatingheartofbyron #volunteers #volunteerwork #yoga #meditation

15.01.2022 We wish those who celebrate Christmas a Merry one; those who celebrate Hanukkah a happy one and those who might celebrate in other ways a joyous one. If you do not celebrate at all, we wish you peace and joy always Enjoy the little things and take care of each other <3 #happyholidays #beatingheartofbyron #byronbay #community #loveeachother

12.01.2022 Some of the most vulnerable members of our community are people sleeping rough and they need our help. During #ConnectionsWeek, our staff and volunteers are surveying people sleeping rough to build a picture of how best to reduce homelessness. We are part of an alliance of community organisations who have come together with Byron Shire Council and the End Street Sleeping Collaboration to survey people sleeping rough in the Shire during this week Nov 16 - 20, 2020. #endstreetsleeping #homelessness #connectionsweek

11.01.2022 It's never too late to get online! Seniors got to connect to loved ones at two successful #GetOnlineWeek events this week If you missed out, don't worry. The Seniors Computer Club is held every Friday morning, free of charge, from 9am - 11am at the Byron Community Cabin. Digital skills tutors are available to help you become more tech-savvy in this digital world we live in. Learn how to use computers, mobile devices, get online and be connected! ... For more information about the Seniors Computer Club please call (02) 6685 6807. Now’s the time to Get Online. #getonline #beconnected #digitalskills #seniors #seniorsprogram Good Things Foundation Australia

11.01.2022 Are you passionate about supporting filmmakers? A film-lover? Do you have some free time on your hands? Byron Bay Film Festival would love to hear from you! There’s never been a more important year to lend your support and skills to BBFF, and with the Film Festival kicking off tomorrow there's no better time than now. Volunteers are the backbone of BBFF. They come from all walks of life and help build Australia’s favourite Film Festival. Without their passion and dedication,... BBFF would not be able to bring talented filmmakers and an open, intelligent audience together. To get in touch with BBFF, kindly fill out the form in the link or email [email protected]. #BBFF #ByronBay #Film #FilmFestival

10.01.2022 Yoga and Meditation Day for Byron Shire Volunteers Thursday 29 October, 9am 4pm, Free Event Are you a volunteer in the Byron Shire? Come and join a day of yoga, pilates and meditation! Spaces are limited so pleaase book your class here: https://bit.ly/30Wrn4z... 9-10am: Mindfulness Meditation with Louise O'Connell 9-10am: Yoga for Balance with Sarah Blogg 10.30-11.30am: Shakti Flow Yoga with Shakti Savita 10.30-11.30am: Yin Yoga with Elana De Vaux 12-1pm: Gentle Yoga with Christina Stoevelaar 12-1pm: Iyengar Yoga with Claire Evans 1.30-2.30: Face Yoga with Vanamala Mayr-Reisch 1.30-2.30: Pilates Mat with Brigid Pearse 3-4pm: Mindfulness Meditation with Gabrielle McMahon Spaces are limited so please book in or get in touch at [email protected] or (02) 6685 6807 This is a #CovidSafe event. Please bring a yoga mat, water bottle and any other props you would like to use to ensure your comfort. See you there! #Yoga #Meditation #ByronBay #Volunteers #GiveBack #Community #Mindfulness

08.01.2022 Share the love this Christmas and the joy of giving back The Byron Community Centre proudly supports the 'Adopt a Family for Christmas Appeal' with The Northern Rivers Times If you are in a position to help and want to make this year's Christmas extra special for one family in need, please contact us today! Call the Byron Community Centre on (02) 6685 6807.... #christmasappeal #christmas #giving #beatingheartofbyron

08.01.2022 Byron Bay Film Festival is back! For a very Special Edition October 23rd to November 1st at the Byron Theatre. Whilst social distancing regulations will impact the scale of the event, they won't stop BBFF from rolling out the red carpet and giving you - and your family and/or friends a great cinema experience ... Who's going to be in your BBFF Bubble? Come and help support the arts, filmmakers, the Byron Community Centre and the festival in 2020! Festival directors, Ozzy Alfaro and J’aimee Skippon-Volke, and venue partners Byron Palace Theatre manager Eli Ayo and the Byron Community Centre General Manager, Louise O’Connell. Photo Jeff Dawson. Echo Publications #Film #Filmmakers #ByronBay #BBFF #ByronTheatre #VisitByron #Festival

07.01.2022 Now’s the Time for Seniors to Get Online Want to learn more about your smartphone or tablet? The Byron Community Centre is hosting an event to assist seniors in the community with digital skills, building confidence and connecting with family and friends online Wednesday 21 October Byron Theatre 9am - 12pm... Friday 23 October Byron Community Cabin 9am 12pm Please call the Byron Community Centre on (02) 6685 6807 or email [email protected] to register and for more information about this special Get Online Week event. #BeConnected #Seniors #DigitalSkills #Digital #Connect #Computer #GetOnlineWeek

07.01.2022 Help to end rough sleeping in the Byron Shire Volunteers are urgently needed for Connections Week, Monday 16 Friday 20 November; a week to focus on the stories and needs of people sleeping rough in our community. We are working together with Byron Shire Council and local partners to establish a register of people sleeping rough in the Byron Shire. During Connections Week, trained volunteers and community sector workers connect with people sleeping rough to conduct surveys... and understand their housing and health needs. We are seeking volunteers with training or experience in social welfare, community work, counselling, human services, or other related fields. The application deadline is Friday 30 October. If you want more information please contact [email protected] or call (02) 6685 6807. End Street Sleeping Collaboration #community #support #beatingheartofbyron #homelessness #sleepingrough

07.01.2022 Due to COVID it's the first time Liberation Larder won't be able to have a Christmas party. However they are going to distribute 150+ Christmas food hampers to individuals/families, homeless and people who are financially disadvantaged and in need. They would love to receive leg hams and turkey for their takeaway hot meals on December 24th which is their last service for this year. Things that can help Liberation Larder for the hampers would be: ... Shopping bags to put everything into, small Christmas pudding, fruit cake, small tinned food, food vouchers, or any Christmasy items Drop off on Mondays & Thursdays between 7am to 2pm, or call Liberation Larder on 0435 879 778 for other days #Christmas #LiberationLarder #helpinghand #byronbay

07.01.2022 "It is a pleasure for me to have the opportunity to give something back to the many volunteers who make life in the Byron Shire so special. I will offer a Face Yoga class in which you can explore how you can use your facial muscles to lift your face naturally. I love what I do because to work with people’s faces and witness their profound transformation is fascinating and humbling. You will be in for a treat with lots of laughter and gentle support to rediscover your confiden...ce. The exercises are very relaxing and a great way to mentally unwind after a busy day at work." - Vanamala Mayr-Reisch, Founder Face Yoga Australia Book your space at the Yoga and Meditation Day for Byron Shire Volunteers Thursday 29 October, 9am 4pm, Free Event Spaces are limited so please book your class here: https://bit.ly/30Wrn4z 9-10am: Mindfulness Meditation with Louise O'Connell 9-10am: Yoga for Balance with Sarah Blogg 10.30-11.30am: Shakti Flow Yoga with Shakti Savita 10.30-11.30am: Yin Yoga with Elana De Vaux 12-1pm: Gentle Yoga with Christina Stoevelaar 12-1pm: Iyengar Yoga with Claire Evans 1.30-2.30: Face Yoga with Vanamala Mayr-Reisch 1.30-2.30: Pilates Mat with Brigid Pearse 3-4pm: Mindfulness Meditation with Gabrielle McMahon This is a #CovidSafe event. Please bring a yoga mat, water bottle and any other props you would like to use to ensure your comfort. See you there! #Yoga #Meditation #ByronBay #Volunteers #GiveBack #Community #Mindfulness #Pilates

04.01.2022 "I am excited! To be sharing Pilates with amazing volunteers at the Byron Community Centre on 29th October. Volunteers provide a service to our community that is priceless. I feel so lucky I can #GiveBack." - Brigid Pearse, Move to Nurture - Pilates mat and equipment classes Book in for Pilates Mat at 1:30 - 2:30pm with Brigid or any of the other 8 amazing classes at the Yoga and Meditation Day for Byron Shire Volunteers Thursday 29 October, 9am 4pm, Free Event... Spaces are limited so please book your class here: https://bit.ly/30Wrn4z 9-10am: Mindfulness Meditation with Louise O'Connell 9-10am: Yoga for Balance with Sarah Blogg 10.30-11.30am: Shakti Flow Yoga with Shakti Savita 10.30-11.30am: Yin Yoga with Elana De Vaux 12-1pm: Gentle Yoga with Christina Stoevelaar 12-1pm: Iyengar Yoga with Claire Evans 1.30-2.30: Face Yoga with Vanamala Mayr-Reisch 1.30-2.30: Pilates Mat with Brigid Pearse 3-4pm: Mindfulness Meditation with Gabrielle McMahon This is a #CovidSafe event. Please bring a yoga mat, water bottle and any other props you would like to use to ensure your comfort. See you there! #Yoga #Meditation #ByronBay #Volunteers #GiveBack #Community #mindfulness

04.01.2022 During #ConnectionsWeek, our volunteers are joining the #EndStreetSleepingCollaboration Byron Shire to survey the people experiencing homelessness in our area to hear their stories, understand their needs and help design the services they need for support In the 2019 Street Count, 171 people were sleeping rough in the Byron Shire - six times the national average. Connections Week 16 - 20 November... Byron Shire Council #EndStreetSleepingCollaboration #EndRoughSleeping See more

01.01.2022 Have you booked your yoga class yet? Don't miss out on our Yoga and Meditation Day for Byron Shire Volunteers Thursday 29 October, 9am 4pm, Free Event Come and join a day of yoga, pilates and meditation! Book your class here: https://bit.ly/30Wrn4z... 9-10am: Mindfulness Meditation with Louise O'Connell 9-10am: Yoga for Balance with Sarah Blogg 10.30-11.30am: Shakti Flow Yoga with Shakti Savita 10.30-11.30am: Yin Yoga with Elana De Vaux 12-1pm: Gentle Yoga with Christina Stoevelaar 12-1pm: Iyengar Yoga with Claire Evans 1.30-2.30: Face Yoga with Vanamala Mayr-Reisch (Booked Out) 1.30-2.30: Pilates Mat with Brigid Pearse 3-4pm: Mindfulness Meditation with Gabrielle McMahon This is a #CovidSafe event. Please bring a yoga mat, water bottle and any other props you would like to use to ensure your comfort. See you there! Spaces are limited so please book in or get in touch at [email protected] or (02) 6685 6807 #Yoga #Meditation #ByronBay #Volunteers #GiveBack #Community #Mindfulness

01.01.2022 Got a New Year's resolution to #supportlocal in 2021? Come and enjoy the Byron Community Market today! Make the most of the holiday season and enjoy delicious food, local products and live music right on the beachfront of Byron Bay You will support not only the stallholders who were doing it tough in 2020 but also our community programs and services at the Community Centre.... Byron Community Market 8am - 3pm, Main Beach Foreshore Sunday 3 January #byronmarkets #beatingheartofbyron #community #supportlocal #visitbyron