Do you have toys, clothes, and/or books that your children have outgrown? Join us for a morning of toy, clothes, and book swapping! While the swapping gets done, we have creative and sensory play activities so everyone is sure to be entertained. In collaboration with Mountain Kids Sensory Play and 1 Million Turtles Community Conservation Program … Read more
Join us for a relaxed round table discussion with local experts to find out what’s been happening in our area and help plan for the future of our region. From 1pm – 4pm November 26th, 2022 in the Waratah Room at Mt Tomah Botanical Gardens. Round Table Discussion led by Billy Gruner. Guest speakers: Allen … Read more
Playback Theatre re-enacts stories and moments told from audience member’s lives. The improvisations of troupe members are unique and they contribute to reflection, connection and community. The Blue Mountains Playback Theatre Company will bring a special focus on community and resilience – in recognition of the tough few years we have been through, and as … Read more
Join Deputy Mayor Dr Sarah Redshaw, Prof Amanda Howard, Michael Morris and community voices to explore shared responsibility, what we have learned, and how communities are responding to an escalation of climate disasters. Beyond the Street: the need to develop the level of community? Contemplating risk, mutual understanding and shared responsibility as an individual, a … Read more
Imagining & Developing a Wellbeing Economy for the Blue Mountains Together An Action for Community and Environment (ACE) workshop for the Festival of Resilience. Is it possible for us in the Blue Mountains to survive the uncertain future we face with climate change? Perhaps even to thrive? We think we can! Join us as we … Read more
Chapters and Leaves will be hosting songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Ann Palumbo playing her own material as part of the annual Faulconbridge Fence Art initiative. This is a community even which encourages residents to get creative and hang art works on their fence or house frontage for the weekend. Beginning during lockdown, it was very popular … Read more
FUSION BOUTIQUE presents MELBOURNE SONGWRITERS COLLECTIVE Featuring CHEV PERSON + PIA NESVARA + STAV. in Concert at Junction142, Katoomba, Blue Mountains Fusion Boutique Presents MELBOURNE SONGWRITERS COLLECTIVE Featuring CHEV PERSON + PIA NESVARA + STAV. + Special Guest TBA Live in Concert at Junction142 SATURDAY 29th October 2022 Doors Open 7:30pm | Show Start 8pm … Read more
Join us at 9.30am until 12.30 pm for a comprehensive tour of the main FiF Headquarters and how-to workshop by FiF Coordinator Manu ! Location: Clear View Parade Hazelbrook (see ticket link for more info) In this three hour morning/afternoon session, you will learn: Why backyard and community farms are vital to a resilient future … Read more
What histories of resilience are here? What brings us together today? What do we imagine for a future of planetary health in the Blue Mountains? We invite you to collaborate in a free family friendly art project where together, we will create a layered collage of our journey toward planetary health and a resilient Blue … Read more
Probus Clubs provide friendship, fun and fellowship for active retirees through outings, club meetings with speakers and various activities. As we know, connection with others is key to the health and wellbeing of people through all stages of their lives. Friendship in retirement is key to a positive outlook and greater resilience as we age. … Read more
The Festival of Resilience recognises that Dharug and Gundungurra Traditional Owners have a continuous and deep connection to their Country and that this is of great cultural significance to Aboriginal people, both locally and in the region.
Always was, always will be, Aboriginal land.
The Festival of Resilience is a partnership between Resilient Blue Mountains and the Blue Mountains City Council.
Seed funding for the Festival of Resilience has been provided through the NSW State Government Bushfire Community Recovery and Resilience Fund.
