Join the fun and learning by taking part! Free activities include cultural talks, environmental workshops, art therapy, fire safety seminars, family fun days, parenting workshops, mental health first aid, basket weaving, yoga, eco dying, and regular events like our free monthly community lunch and craft circle.
Read our report about the success of a recent project called The Hub.
At BANC we believe a successful community is one that supports the social, cultural, and creative life of its people.
To apply to book, click here
Weaving Workshop with First Nation’s woman Anastasia
Friday 6th of December 2024, 1pm to 4pm
Located 125 Wentworth St, Blackheath. Dharug and Gundungurra Country.
For ages 16+ and no experience required
All Materials are provided and this workshop is Free!
Bookings are essential.
To book click HERE or contact us on 4787 7770
Proudly funded by the NSW Government Connecting Seniors Grant and Department of Communities and Justice.
****FULLY BOOKED******Weaving with Francie Goudie
Free 8 week course
Come along and learn how to weave in a welcoming, relaxed, social setting.
3pm – 5pm on Saturdays
125 Wentworth Street, Blackheath
November dates: 9th, 16th, 23rd and 30th
December dates: 7th, 14th, 21st and 28th.
Bookings essential.
Please scan the QR code or call 4787 7770
Proudly funded by the NSW Government Connecting Seniors Grant and Department of Communities and Justice.
Meet Your Street
Sunday 10th of November 11:30am- 1:30 pm, St Peters Church 79 GWH Mt Victoria
Free coffee and sausage sizzle!
Come along, meet your neighbours and learn about preparing for emergencies such as bushfire and storms from your hosts Mina Howard (HUFF) and Resilient Villages.
*******FULLY BOOKED*******Fruit Tree Growing Workshop at Cliff View Community Farm
Sunday 10th of November 10:30am- 12:30 pm
Cliff View Farm 169 Shipley Road, Blackheath
Come along and learn about pruning, equipment, and soil fertility
Q&A: Bring your questions and a photo to show us what you’ve got!
This workshop is free but bookings are essential: https://forms.office.com/r/DQecy7t4Nc or call 4787 7770
Proudly funded by the NSW Government Connecting Seniors Grant and Department of Communities and Justice.
Soup, Sweet, and Social Arvo at BANC!
Every Monday from 1.30pm we have delicious soup and cakes for free, made by our wonderful volunteer, Ljiljana.
Come along and join us for a bowl!
Everyone is welcome.
41 Gardiner Crescent, Blackheath
BANC Community Lunch
The First Tuesday of every month (except January)
Meet others, enjoy a delicious lunch, have some fun
12:30 to 2pm – Bates Hall
Bookings essential, call 4787 7770
OR click HERE
Free Cooking Class and Lunch
Learn how to save $$$$$ making easy, nutritious and delicious meals.
Menu:
A soup using red lentils
Green lentil Shepards pie
Quorn bolognaise
12th November
10am to 12pm
Bates Hall, Blackheath
Bookings essential. To book in call us on 4787 7770 or Click HERE
Proudly funded by the NSW Government Connecting Seniors Grant and Department of Communities and Justice.
BANC’s Craft Circle
Gather- Connect- Craft
Come along to our monthly Craft Circle with local crafter, Francie!
Bring a project you’re working on, or do something we provide and meet other crafters in an informal, social setting.
Held on the 3rd Tuesday of every month in the Bates Hall, Blackheath 4pm til 7pm.
Click HERE to book
Proudly funded by the Department of Communities and Justice.
The Welcome Table is Back!
Come along every Friday and meet your host, Lindena, established locals and new residents in an informal, welcoming, and informative social setting.
This group is a way to learn about what’s happening in our area, and meet new friends.
Held every friday afternoon at the Gardners Hotel, front room over looking the highway. 3.30- 5pm.
No bookings needed, just turn up!
Tune in to BANC’s own radio show with your hosts, Murray Reid and Tad Breezee!
Hear what’s happening in the Blackheath area and listen to some tunes.
Thursdays 10am til 12pm on RBM 89.1FM
Person Centred Emergency Planning (PCEP)
Are you interested in learning how to plan for an emergency?
BANC offers one-on-one sessions in planning and preparing for an emergency on Wednesdays. You will create your plan with support from a trained facilitator, and take home a booklet with your plan mapped out.
Book your session with Cathy today! Click HERE
Life the Universe and Stories is a relaxed twice-weekly social group that centres around the reading and discussion of great short stories.
To find out more, call Chris on 0468 346 834
Creating Resilience Group
A specially tailored art therapy program to assist those who experience depression and / or anxiety
No artistic skills necessary – Just a willingness to explore, reflect, create and have fun in a safe, friendly environment.
Connect with others, gain new insights and purpose, learn helpful strategies and recognise and building on strengths.
All art materials and afternoon tea provided
Commencing on Monday 29th July 2024 and continues for 10 weeks
1:30pm to 3:30pm
at the HUB, 125 Wentworth Street, Blackheath
This is NOT a drop in group, registration is essential
Please phone Sue Wildman on 0438 830 390 on Wednesday or Fridays or email Sue at
Blackheath Area Neighbourhood Centre
41 Gardiner Crescent, Blackheath
has a JP available on a Wednesday.
Please phone the NC
on 4787 7770
to check on availability.
CYBER_SOCIAL_2024 continues a season on Artificial Intelligence –
how will it change our daily lives?
Each month the discussion will focus on AI Artificial Intelligence.
These groups are proudly funded by the Connecting Seniors Grant from NSW Department of Communities and Justice.
The upcoming meetings will be:
1:30 to 4pm Monday 11th November 2024 and
1:30 to 4pm Monday 9th December 2024
in the newly refurbished Bates Hall, Blackheath Community Centre.
All members welcome.
Afternoon tea provided, Book HERE
At the Neighbourhood Centre, we have the very friendly and knowledgeable Sophie and Anita from Mary Mackillop Today, providing No Interest Loans (NILS) applications. They are here on a fortnightly Thursday and appointments can be made by calling the centre on 4787 7770 or emailing .
For No Interest Loans (NILS) you can
Borrow up to $2000 for:
Household items (fridge, washing machine, furniture and more)
Education fees and equipment
Laptops and technology
Car repairs and registration
Medical and dental costs
Borrow up to $3,000 for:
Bond and Rent in advance
Rates
If you have been impacted by a natural disaster
To enquire about a NILS loan and book an appt with Mary Mackillop Today contact 6331 2010
Blackheathens support their community by donating their 2024 energy bill rebate!
In July, we can make a meaningful contribution to our community without reaching into our pockets.
If you can, please donate all, or part of, your energy bill rebate to the Blackheath Area Neighbourhood Centre (BANC).
BANC supports people in need in the Upper Blue Mountains.
BANC’s account details can be found in the “about us” tab of the website: https://banc.org.au/banc/donate/
Your support is gratefully appreciate, financial or volunteering. We make a bigger difference together.