We are back to a shower or two, as the weather forecast for the next few days, according to the Bureau of Meteorology.

The good news is we are talking a 50% chance and only 1 to 2mm at the most. Mostly sunny skies return next Wednesday.

The BOM says Saturday's rain is most likely to occur in the late morning, which will make for perfect winter weather for the 2025 Lismore Lantern Parade.

Festivities kick off from 12 noon in the Lismore CBD with the Market deLight offering delicious regional food, arts and crafts and pop-up shops from the CBD.

Kids Fest runs from 12 noon to 4:30pm with street performers, a jumping castle, giant street games and more activities.

The Heartbeats Festival Stage is on Carrington Street, the southern end of the Magellan Street intersection. Local talent drawn from the Northern Rivers will perform, including Evans Head K-12 school, Kadina High campus, the Northern Rivers Conservatorium Youth Jazz Orchestra, Timbuktu, Isabella a Cappella and more.

The Lismore Lantern Parade begins at 5:30pm, departing Victoria Street, down Molesworth, right onto Magellan, left onto Dawson and into the northern gates of Oakes Oval where the Fiery Finale will take place. The best view will be from the grandstands. You can purchase your tickets here.

For something completely different, the Viking Village is at the Lismore Showgrounds on Saturday and Sunday, 10am to 4pm and 10am to 3pm.

You can observe what life was like at a medieval Viking village as more than 12 re-enactors from local and interstate clubs will come together to recreate combat, craft & cooking displays and an archery competition for the kids. Food trucks and coffee will be available on-site. Entry is via Dunoon Road, with a $5 entry fee for adults. Children 12 and under are free.

The Lismore Farmers Market gets underway at 7:30 tomorrow morning at the Lismore Showgrounds in North Lismore.

Fresh fruit and veg, hot coffee, tea and breakfast are on offer. The CWA Lismore Evening Branch will have the van there selling their famous pickles and preserves, as well as recycled hot water bottles and dog coats for your furry family members.

Tomorrow (Saturday) is International Yoga Day, and to celebrate, there will be a free yoga event at The Quad from 10am to 12 noon.

The event will include a group yoga session, a panel discussion on the science of yoga, followed by a children's yoga class. BYO yoga mat.

The Lismore Heights Sports Club (118a High Street) is hosting a Winter Wonderland Extravaganza to raise money for the Lismore Base Auxiliary.

You will enjoy a complimentary cocktail on arrival, a three-course Christmas-themed buffet, raffles, games, and entertainment by the Cath Simes band. Tickets cost $100 per ticket, with $10 going to the Lismore Base Auxiliary. Tickets can be purchased from the Lismore Heights Sports Club. Call 02 6624 3040 for more information.

The club also has Christmas with Rubella on Sunday at $40 per ticket, with $5 going towards the Lismore Base Auxiliary.

There is plenty of live music around Lismore over the weekend.

The Northern Rivers Hotel has Dan Grace tonight from 6pm and Doc Rock on Saturday night from 7pm.

The Lismore Workers Club has Harry Nichols in the main lounge from 5pm tonight and Alex McLeod Saturday night from 5pm.

Kevin Bloody Wilson performs at the Lismore Workers Club next Wednesday night (June 25) from 7:30pm. Tickets available here.

Coming up at the Workers Club:

• Dorothy the Dinosaur's Spectacular Show No. 2 has tickets available at 12 noon on Sunday, June 27 at 12 noon. The 10am show is sold out.
• Herman's Hermits, yes, the original English band from the '60s, is on stage on Friday, August 8. Tickets $59.
• Fleetwood Max (cover band) will be performing all the big songs from the legendary Fleetwood Mac on Thursday, August 14.

There has been no movement in the price of fuel in the last seven days. Here is the list of the cheapest service stations, saving you the most money in each town:

• E10 is 167.9 at the 7-Eleven in South Lismore, 172.5 at The United on Johnston Street in Casino, and 157.5 at the Mobil and The Metro on River Street, Ballina.
• Unleaded 91 is 169.9 across Lismore, 174.5 at The United on Johnston Street in Casino, and 159.5 at the Metro and the Mobil on River Street, Ballina.
• U95 is 177.5 at the two Independents (Brad & Sharon) on Terania Street, North Lismore, 194.9 at the Ampol on Dyrabba Street in Casino, and 171.5 at The Metro on River Street, Ballina.
• U98 is 185.9 at the Liberty on Ballina Road in Lismore, and the Liberty on Union Street, South Lismore, 196.9 at Liberty's on Hare and Centre Street in Casino, and 180.5 at The Mobil and Metro on River Street in Ballina.
• Diesel is 174.9 at the Astron on Ballina Road in Lismore, 175.5 at The United in Casino, and 182.5 at The Mobil and The Metro on River Street in Ballina.

Have a great weekend!

Now, have a laugh with the Friday Funnies.....