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Mother's Day

Today is the second Sunday in May: Mother's 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 Mother's 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, 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 all wars. But in Australia, the day simply celebrates motherhood and thanking our Mums.

Most South Burnett pubs and clubs will be featuring special lunch or dinner menus today, but you'll have to book!

Mother's Day Classic - Wondai

The annual Mother's Day Classic Community Fun Run / Walk - a fundraiser for the Breast Cancer Foundation - will be held at Wondai today. Registrations will start near the rail trail (behind the Wondai RSL Club) at 8:15am. Entrants can then set off at 8:55am on either a 4km or 8km run along the South Burnett Rail Trail. Walkers will start their 4km walk at 9:00am. Wondai Lions will be on site to serve up breakfasts. Registrations and donations can also be made online.

Mother's Day High Tea - Nanango

Treat mum to a Mother's Day High Tea at historic Ringsfield House, 41-45 Alfred Street, Nanango, from 10:30am today. There'll be sweet and savoury treats available plus tea and coffee. Tickets are $40 per person (plus $5 for an optional glass of bubbly). Tickets can be booked online. Funds raised will go towards the preservation of Ringsfield House.

Mother's Day Lunch - Kingaroy

The Kingaroy RSL Club, in Markwell Street, Kingaroy, is holding a special Mother's Day lunch from noon to 2:00pm today. There's a special menu for $47.50 for main course and dessert - and every mum will receive a lucky door ticket. To book a table, phone (07) 4162-1755.

Wondai Community Share

A Wondai Community Share is held on the second Sunday of every month from 2:00pm at Dingo Creek Park on the Bunya Highway north of the Wondai CBD. Bring along any excess fruit, vegetables, baked goods or other household items you have to swap with others for things you need, or simply to give away. Everyone is welcome!

Murgon Sunday 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 run on the second Sunday of each month and offer locally made crafts, foods and produce - always an interesting Sunday morning out. New stallholders are always welcome too! More details? Phone 0408-076-665.

Annual Bird Show - Nanango

The Burnett Bird Keepers Association will be holding their annual show from 9:00am to noon today at the Nanango Showgrounds. There will birds for sale as well as trade stalls. Everyone is welcome! Entry is just $2:00. More info? Phone Damien on 0447-664-227.

Jaydin Shingleton - Linville

Jaydin Shingleton will be performing at the Linville Hotel in George Street, Linville from 11:30am this morning. The hotel's kitchen will also be open with a special menu for Mother's Day. More details? Phone the hotel on (07) 5424-7280.

SB Western Performance Club Shows - Nanango

The South Burnett Western Performance Club is hosting the second of their two weekend events today at their grounds on racecourse Road at Nanango. Today's Mother's Day event is a Beginner, Improver and Open Show judged by Tasmyn Rigato. More information is available on the club's Facebook page

Kilkivan Campdraft

The Kilkivan Show and Campdraft Association is running the annual two-day Kilkivan Campdraft this weekend at Kilkivan Showgrounds in Mudlo Road. Today's Day 2 action will kick off at 6:30am with the Restricted Open followed by Junior, Juvenile and Maiden / Novice B rounds, the Maiden B final and the Novice B final. There'll also be a bar in operation and hot meals will be available. Admission is free for spectators and everyone is welcome. More info? Phone Maree 0488-682-074.

Harvest Share & Swap - Yarraman

A free community produce swap is held every Sunday from 9:00am to 10:00am at The Pink Flamingo, 19 Toomey Street, Yarraman. This is an opportunity to share your unwanted produce, seeds or seedlings.

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.

Free Sunday Lunch - Kingaroy

A free community lunch is available every Sunday from 12:30pm to 1:30pm at The Old Railway Station building, O'Neill Square, in Kingaroy. The Community Serving Community Meals Project is co-ordinated by the South Burnett Support Alliance and relies on volunteers from the local community.