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Mothers Day

Today is the second Sunday in May: Mothers Day. Different countries around the world celebrate Mother's Day on different days of the year because the event has many different origins. Some say that Mothers Day first began in ancient Greece and emerged from a cult which was marked by the festival of Cybele (the mother of the gods) which was celebrated around Greece and the Greek colonies of Asia Minor, and then later in Rome. In more modern times, Mother's Day began in the USA when it was copied from England by social activist Julia Ward Howe after the American Civil War as a call to unite women against war. But in the UK and Australia, the day simply celebrates motherhood and thanking our Mums. And if you'd like to give your own Mum a big "Thank You!" today, here's how you can do it:

Mothers Day Classic Fun Run & Walk - Wondai

The annual Mothers Day Classic Fun Run and Walk - a fundraiser for the Breast Cancer Foundation - will be held at Wondai today. Registrations will start behind the Wondai Diggers Club in Mackenzie Street at 8:00am and will be followed by a warm-up at 8:45am. After this, runners can set off on either a 4km or 8km run along the South Burnett Rail Trail, and walkers can undertake a 4km walk. The Wondai Lions will be on site to serve up breakfasts, and there'll also be a multi-draw raffle. All participants are encouraged to wear pink and a fun morning out is guaranteed. Entry fees are $30 for adults and $20 for children or concession card holders. The Classic usually draws up to 300 participants every year, and you can read more about it and see photos of previous Classics on our website.

Murgon CBD Markets

The monthly Murgon Markets will be held in Lamb Street in the heart of Murgon from 7:00am until about 12:00 noon today. The markets offer locally made crafts, foods and produce and are always an interesting Sunday morning out. New stallholders are always welcome too! More details? Phone Alan on 0475-453-614

Sunday Poker - Kingaroy

Sunday afternoon poker games will be played at Kingaroy RSL in Markwell Street, Kingaroy today. Registrations start at 2:00pm and play begins at 2:30pm. All games are free to play and there are prizes for first, second and third. More details? Phone the RSL on (07) 4162-1755

2022 Kingaroy Eisteddfod

The annual Kingaroy Eisteddfod will be running at Kingaroy Town Hall in Glendon Street, Kingaroy from 8:30pm until about 5:00pm this afternoon. Today is the final day of dance entries (and this year's Eisteddfod) and the public is very welcome to come along and watch. Entry fees per session are $5 for adults, $3 for pensioners and children under 5 are free.

Timbertowns Woodworkers - Blackbutt

The Timbertowns Woodworkers group will be holding their regular Sunday morning meeting at the Blackbutt Showgrounds in Bowman Road, Blackbutt from 8:30am until around 12:00 noon today. New members who are interested in learning woodwork are always welcome and you can obtain more details by phoning Marcia on (07) 4170-0389

Open Mic Afternoon At The Palace - Nanango

The Palace Hotel in Fitzroy Street, Nanango will be hosting an Open Mic Afternoon from 1:00pm to around 5:30pm today. A PA system is supplied - just bring your voice and/or instrument - and there's no admission. More info? Phone the hotel on (07) 4163-1287.

Mothers Day Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner - Blackbutt

The Radnor Hotel in Coulson Street, Blackbutt will be offering a Mothers Day Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner today, but bookings are advisable if you want to be certain of a seat at any of these. You can make one by phoning the hotel on (07) 4163-0203.

Mothers Day Lunch & Dinner - Blackbutt

Entertainer Cort Campbell will be performing over a Motherrs Day Lunch at the Bunyanut Cafe's bistro in Coulson Street, Blackbutt from 11:00am to 2:00pm today, and again over a Mothers Day Dinner from 5:00pm to 8:00pm tonight. Admission is free - lunch or dinner isn't - but you should phone the cafe on (07) 4163-0375 if you want to be certain of a seat.

Mothers Day Lunch - Maidenwell

The Maidenwell Hotel in the heart of Maidenwell will be running a Mothers Day Lunch offering spit roast beef or pork and live entertainment from Uncle Bob's Jug Band from 11:30am onwards today. There's also free camping near the pub if you want to stay over.

Mothers Day High Tea - Yarraman

The Royal Hotel in Toomey Street, Yarraman will be running a Mothers Day High Tea at 12:30pm today. Guests can choose from a $45 per ticket Classic High Tea or a $50 per ticket Celebration High Tea that includes a glass of champers on arrival (children's tickets to both versions are $15). Places are limited, though, so a booking is essential: (07) 4163-8219.

Mothers Day Breakfast & Lunch - Yarraman

The Farmhouse Coffee Lounge Cafe in Toomey Street, Yarraman will be offering a Mothers Day breakfast and lunch today, and all diners will go into a draw to win a luxury goods hamper (the winner will be drawn on Sunday afternoon, and notified by phone).

Mothers Day Lunch - Nanango

The Nanango Services Club in George Street, Nanango will be offering a two-course Mothers Day Lunch from noon today. The lunch will offer guests a choice of two mains, two desserts and a complimentary glass of champers or pot of beer for $40 per head. Reservations are advisable, though: (07) 4163-1375

Mothers Day Lunch - Nanango

The Palace Hotel in Drayton Street, Nanango will be running a Mothers Day Lunch from 11:30am to 2:30pm today, offering a choice of two entrees, three mains and two desserts for $50 per head. Places are limited, though, so a booking is essential: (07) 4163-1287

Sunday Bingo - Wondai

Bingo games will be held at the Wondai RSL in Mackenzie Street, Wondai this afternoon, with eyes down from 1:30pm. There will be 3 jackpots and 15 games on offer, and the kitchen will be open for light meals. Proceeds will go to help Wondai RSL veterans. More details? Phone (07) 4168-5297.

Chris Wenner - Kingaroy

Entertainer Chris Wenner will be performing at the Commercial Hotel at the corner of Glendon and Haly Streets, Kingaroy from 12:00 noon to around 6:00pm tonight. Admission is free. More details from the hotel on (07) 4162-1380.

Mothers Day Breakfast - Kingaroy

The Carrollee Hotel in King Street, Kingaroy will be offering a Mothers Day Breakfast from 8:00am to 10:30am this morning.

Mothers Day Lunch - Proston

The Golden Spurs Hotel in Blake Street, Proston will be offering a three course Mothers Day Lunch from 11:30am today, offering a choice of two entrees, two mains and two desserts for just $30 per head. Bookings are highly advisable, though, and you can make one by phoning the Spurs on (07) 4168-9069.

Proston Rally & Burnouts

The Proston Car Rally Club will be holding the second (and final) day of their quarterly Proston Rally at their racing track today (the club's track is located 7.5km west of Proston at 757 Proston-Boondooma Road). Racing will commence early this morning and wrap up around 2:00pm this afternoon. Up to 50 cars attend Proston Rally Club meetings from all over Queensland and NSW and spectators are very welcome. There'll also be a BBQ and soft drinks stand running throughout the event, as well as a hearty breakfast supplied by the Proston Lions club available early on Sunday morning. Hot showers, toilets and free camping are available on site too. Admission to the Rally just a gold coin donation for spectators and everyone is welcome! More details? Phone 0458-689-446.

Mothers Day Lunch - Murgon

The Murgon Services Club will be offering a 3-course Mothers Day Lunch from noon today, offering a choice of three entrees, two mains and two desserts for just $37 per head. Bookings are advisable: (07) 4168-1819.

Kumbia Museum

The Kumbia and District Historical Society's museum, located in the Federation Heritage Centre behind Kumbia Hall in Bell Street, will be open from 1:30pm to 3:30pm this afternoon. The museum contains an excellent photographic display of local history and is well worth a visit. More details? Phone Gayle on (07) 4164-4175.