COMMUNITY & EVENTS PAGE 5 Clarence Town & District Historical Museum Assoc. Summer Highlights at the Museum November brought a change of plans for the Dungog Historic Motor Club, whose monthly meeting was warmly hosted at the Museum, with more than twenty members attending. A wonderful addition followed soon after, with a generous donation of a 1920s lawn edger presented at their AGM in early December. The Museum was also proud to host the Clarence Town Lions Club Christmas Carols & Markets on Saturday the 8th December, featuring the inaugural lighting of the Clarence Town Christmas Tree — an event we hope will become an annual tradition. Despite the heat, it was a fantastic afternoon and evening, made possible by the incredible support of local businesses, volunteers and the tireless efforts of Trudy Balstad. It was truly special to see the Museum, its grounds and its location so actively enjoyed by the community. CLOSED JANUARY. Open the 2nd Sat of each month, 10am–2pm or by appointment. Chris O’Neill, Museum Committee Secretary, CTmuseum@outlook.com 0491 346 491 Clarence Town Lions Club Report From the Lion’s Den In November 2025, the Clarence Town Lions Club supported Taskforce Veteran by hosting a community BBQ for the “Swim In” event. Special thanks to our dedicated volunteers Shaun, Elio, Steve, Bill, Col, Chris, Cheryl, Rose, Tobi, and Marjorie. In December, the club partnered with the Courthouse Museum for the annual Community Christmas Carols. Families enjoyed FREE snow cones, fairy floss, and amusements, generously supported by sponsors and the Dungog Shire Council Youth Grant. The inaugural lighting of the community Christmas tree at The Museum added extra magic throughout December. Thank You to Our Sponsors: • CT Progress Association & Dungog Chamber of Commerce: for purchasing Christmas lights for the tree • Thomsen Automotive: major sponsor of the kids FREE amusements and free treats • Dungog Shire Council & Youth Grant: contributed to amusements and free activities • KRH Mechanical, CT Home Timber & Hardware, Clarence Town IGA: Lollies, lights, and water • CT Bowling Club, Dowling Real Estate, Perception Planning, Community Builders: Funding for singers and amusements • CT Rural Fire Brigade: Bringing Santa on the fire truck • CT Lions Club & Court House Museum: For logistics, MC Chris and to all the many volunteers! Get Involved: Join our meetings at the Bowling Club, 6pm, every 2nd Tuesday or share ideas for future events. Lions Markets Return: Back the last Saturday of each month starting January. Support local makers and growers! Contact: Trudy Balstad (President) – 0409 645 469. Follow us on Facebook: @Clarence Town Lions Club.
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