The Road to the Illawarra – Kiama, Gerringong and Gerroa
Saturday 1 and Sunday 2 May

Two centuries ago, timber getters started cutting cedar from the dense forests of the Illawarra to ship to Sydney for the building of fine homes. As the land was cleared, dairying, the planting of cereal crops and tobacco, and quarrying of basalt gravel soon followed. Many heritage buildings still remain and, with the newly opened road, the area is an easy 90 minute drive from Sydney.

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Mother’s Day Open Weekend

May 8-9, 10am – 4pm
Eryldene Historic House & Garden, 17 McIntosh St Gordon

Celebrate this special weekend with Eryldene’s renowned Mother’s Day Teas and homemade delicacies served on Royal Doulton china and set on hand embroidered table linen. Cost: Celebratory Teas – members $20, non-members $26, children (5-12 yrs) $10 – includes entrance fee. Bookings: essential for Mother’s Day Teas. P: (02) 9498 2271 or eryldene@eryldene.org.au

Private Treasures at Norman Lindsay Gallery

22 May
Norman Lindsay Gallery, Faulconbridge

The Blue Mountains Branch and Friends of Norman Lindsay will be presenting a collection of family treasures and artworks. Delicious supper and a glass of wine included. Cost: $45. Bookings: essential, Diana Nelson. P: (02) 4757 1033 or BlueMtsNatTr@gmail.com

Blue Mountains Coach Trip

May 30, 7.30am – 6.30pm
Coach departs Gordon Railway Station, Pacific Highway side at 7.30am, ample parking available

Join the After Hours committee on a luxury coach trip to the Blue Mountains, visiting National Trust properties. We will stop at Woodford Academy for Devonshire Tea plus a tour of the house, travel on to Leura for lunch and to explore Everglades House & Gardens. Finally, to Norman Lindsay Gallery for a walk through the house and gallery, as well as wine tasting of National Trust sponsored wines with some savoury snacks. Cost: $75. Bookings: Ticket Application Sheet. P: 0418 112 018, Ron Bottrill.