Grandparents & Elders Day success
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Blue Mountains City Council hosted an event on 4 November to celebrate Grandparents and Elders and the role they play in our society – both the things they have done, and the things they keep doing.
Young and old enjoyed various activities on the day including giant chess, rock painting, story time, bug identification, woodwork, “Retro Hello” letter writing, strengthening class.
Many attendees also listened to local Darug elder, Chris Tobin, as he spoke about the Aboriginal significance of the Wentworth Falls Lake site.
Cr Don McGregor, who launched the event on behalf of the Mayor, said: “It’s wonderful to be working in partnership with our local community in acknowledging the valuable relationship between children and elders.”
More people are living longer than ever and people aged 65 and over represent a significant and growing sector of our Blue Mountains community.
“Grandparents and Elders Day provided an opportunity for families to celebrate the value of older people in our community,” Cr McGregor said.
Local schools and musicians also performed on the day and artworks and stories from children focusing on how they value their grandparents and elders were on display.
Photo: The festivities and performances were thoroughly enjoyed by those who attended the event.