The Coeliac Society of Australia

What’s on in NSW

Thank you to those who attended our Gluten Free Expo on the 6 and 7 August 2010 - it was a HUGE success!

Keep an eye on the website for details of next years show.
www.glutenfreeexpo.com.au

Christmas Picnic: Members only event

Join us on Saturday 27 November for a fun filled afternoon. Your invitation will be included as an insert in the September 2010 Australian Coeliac magazine.

Information Sessions: Members only event

Information sessions are held bi-monthly on a Saturday afternoon. They are a great opportunity for members to learn about their condition and how to manage their gluten free diet. They are recommended for all new members and not so new members who wish to update their knowledge.

Speakers:		Graham Price, Technical Officer & Penny Dellsperger, APD
Upcoming Sessions:		Saturday 4 September 2010 Saturday 13 November 2010
Venue:		The Coeliac Society Centre: Suite 1, 41 – 45 Pacific Hwy (cnr Yardley Avenue), Waitara
Cost:		$5 per person (payable on the day)
RSVP:		Please contact the office to reserve your seat(s)

Preschoolers Morning Tea: Members only event

This event is held once a term in our office and is an opportunity for children with coeliac disease to play and make friends and their parents to have a chat over morning tea (gluten free of course!)

Upcoming morning teas:		Thursday 9 September 2010 Wednesday 17 November 2010
Cost:		Nil. Please bring a plate of gluten free food to share for morning tea (and the recipe)
RSVP:		Please phone the office to book (places are limited)

Gluten free afternoon tea at the QVB: Members only event

Gluten free afternoon tea is available daily with a selection of sweet cakes and savoury items served with a selection of teas. For an additional cost, a glass of Australian sparkling wine can be added.

Date:		TBC - Phone the office if you are interested
Time:		12noon - 3pm
Where:		The Tea Room QVB Level 3, North End Queen Victoria Building 455 George Street Sydney NSW 2000
Cost:		Traditional Afternoon Tea $41Sparkling Afternoon Tea $47

Bookings essential - phone the office reserve your seat(s).

Shopping Tours: Members only event

Shopping Tours are held bi-monthly on a weekday morning. Conducted by Penny, our Dietitian, the tour of a local supermarket provides members with an opportunity to practice their label reading, find new products and get some tips for healthy eating along the way.

Upcoming Sessions:		Thursday 21 October (in Hornsby) Tuesday 23 November (in Erina)
Cost:		$10 per person (payable on the day)
RSVP:		Please contact the office to reserve your spot (spaces are limited)

Cooking Demonstrations: Members only event

Cooking gluten free can be a challenge, even for the most experienced in the kitchen. If you would like some tips for cooking gluten free or are after some new recipes, consider coming along to a cooking demonstration. They are held throughout the year and cover various cuisines and themes.

Upcoming Demos:		Gluten Free Finger Food: Saturday 16 October 2010 Bread Making: Saturday 23 October 2010
Venue:		The Coeliac Society Centre: Suite 1, 41 – 45 Pacific Hwy (cnr Yardley Avenue), Waitara
Cost:		$20 per person (pre payment with booking is appreciated)
RSVP:		Please contact the Society office for a booking form or to make a booking over the phone

Inservices

The Society can provide staff inservices on managing coeliac disease and the gluten free diet for Dietitians, Aged Care Facilities, Child Care Centres, Supported Living Services etc. on request.

Contact the office for more information.

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