Discover sailing day
Come and give sailing a try! All welcome, no experience required. This is a family friendly event and life jackets will be provided. The bar and restaurant will be open so come along and make a day of it on Sunday 27 October, 10am – 2pm at the Royal Yacht Club of Victoria, 120 Nelson Place, Williamstown.
■ www.rycv.com.au or www.revolutionise.com.au/rycv/events/259140
Halloween Festival
Get ready for an unforgettable day of family fun and community spirit at the much-anticipated Halloween Festival in Altona Meadows on Sunday October 27. Organised entirely by dedicated volunteers, this fourth-annual event takes place from 2pm to 7pm at the AB Shaw Reserve in Hall Ave, Altona Meadows. Entry is absolutely free and everyone is invited to enjoy the vibrant onstage entertainment throughout the afternoon.
■Jodie Martin 0418464524 altonameadowsca@gmail.com
Point Gellibrand Rotary Club
The Rotary Club of Point Gellibrand meets at a local Williamstown restaurant on the first and third Tuesday of the month from 6pm for a 6.30 dinner meeting. The club has some great speakers and we need new, energetic and enthusiastic members who want to make a difference in the community and join our fun club.
■Go to www.rotarypointgellibrand.com.au or Facebook page www.facebook.com/pointgellibrandrotary, or call Pam on 0418347691 or email rotarypointgellibrand@gmail.com
2024 U3A ART EXHIBITION
This year marks the third year of the U3A Hobsons Bay/Williamstown Art Exhibition from October 15-30.
The exhibition brings together a number of art groups within U3A, including a drawing group, two painting groups and an abstract art discussion group.
These groups are part of U3A Hobsons Bay/Williamstown which provides educational, creative and leisure activities for seniors.
The artworks produced by the art groups are varied, driven mostly by individual’s choice and interest. As well as producing impressive artworks, the groups share ideas, critique each other’s work and socialize. There are lots of laughs and new friendships created.
U3A always welcomes new members of all ages and abilities (including absolute beginners). As they say, you are never too old to start a new activity!
For more information about joining U3A and getting involved in the art groups, or any other activities, visit
■https://u3ahbwilli.org.au/memberships/ or call 0437 622 602 or email info@u3ahbwilli.org.au
Jazz Night
Prepare for an unforgettable evening! Join us for dinner followed by and exception jazz performance and a lively late dance session. Featuring the Martini Set, it’s sure to be a swinging night. Dinner from 6pm, jazz from 7pm. Free entry, bookings essential.
Saturday October 26 2024.
Royal Yacht Club of Victoria, 120 Nelson Place, Williamstown.
■www.rycv.com.au
Stony Creek Music Festival
Rebecca Barnard and Shane O’Mara and some of the finest musos in the country will entertain with classic Rolling Stones hits. The day’s line up includes The Black Curtains, Rosaries, Bowlos, and Introducing Delsinki and the Quiet Coachman. The day will also feature Belle the princess on roller skates, face painting and lots of yummy food, and so much more. It’s a family day so bring a picnic. Saturday 19 October, from 1pm to 6pm at McNish Reserve, Court Street,Yarraville.
■ Michael Clarke 0434 473 734
Garden club
The Hobson’s Bay Garden Club is looking for new members. All new members who are keen gardeners and looking to make new friendships are welcome to join. Meeting consists of listening to guest speakers, taking part in the trading table, and most importantly enjoying afternoon tea while doing so. The group meets on the third Monday of the month at the Youth Hall on the corner of Civic Parade and Sugar Gum Drive at 1pm. The annual spring show will be held on Monday, October 21 at 1pm at the hall. All Welcome.
■ Enquiries Kay 0411 793 534
100 years of Barkly Street
Barkly Street Uniting Cricket Club is preparing to celebrate 100 years this 2024-25 cricket season.
The club is keen to hear from any “Streeters” (past players, family and friends of the club) who can share their memories.
Musicians welcome
Do you play any percussion, brass or woodwind instruments? The Hobsons Bay City Band is seeking musicians to join their community band. Please note that rehearsals are held under the directorship of Wayne Bowden OAM every Monday evening from 7.30pm at the Spotswood South Kingsville RSL, 59 The Avenue, Spotswood.
■ Hannah Prouse, hbcityband@gmail.com or check URL www.hbcb.org.au
Fiddle group
The Newport Folk and Fiddle Beginner Play Along Group is a great place for beginners or those with some experience, to play music in a safe, casual and welcoming environment. Come on down, have some fun, make new friends, have a cuppa and maybe even learn something new. All instruments and levels of expertise are welcomed where the main aim is to enjoy music and have fun. Children are also most welcome. The third Saturday of the month, from 6.30pm to 8.30pm, at 2nd Newport Scouts, 6 Market Street, Newport.
■ www.nffc.org.au/beginner-playalong
Intro to computers course
For beginners and those looking to refresh skills. The computer lab is fully equipped for interactive and hands-on learning. Accessing information, resources, file management, emails, Microsoft Office, AI and online safety. At 43 Mason Street, Newport.
■ 9391 8504, outlets@outletsco-op.com.au
Positions vacant
Join the Hobsons Bay Community Fund (HBCF) as a committee member to support and strengthen your local community. It is seeking to fill the treasurer’s role as well as other voluntary positions.
Everyday English language course
For women of all ages and backgrounds with English as a second language. Practice speaking English in different situations, and make new friends. Fridays, 10am-noon. At 43 Mason Street, Newport.
■ 9391 8504, outlets@outletsco-op.com.au
Social card games
Interested in playing social card games? Canasta, poker and/or others. Weekday mornings or afternoons at 43 Mason Street, Newport.
■9391 8504, email outlets@outletsco-op.com.au
Little athletics
Williamstown Little Athletics track and field Season for ages 5-16 has begun. A free two-week trial is available to new members.
■Register at LAVic.com.au
Community Jumble Sale
Saturday, November 9, 9am – 4pm at Pilgrim Uniting Church hall, cnr Bayview Road and Montague Street, Yarraville. Entry from Montague Street.
Barbeque, music and 30 tables of pre-loved games, books, clothes, plants and homewares.
■ Ros Harris 0401 932 414
Walking Football (Soccer)
For anyone aged 50 & over, we have participants in their 70s. Any fitness level – no running allowed. This is a social activity for fun & a bit of exercise, no experience necessary. Supported by Hobsons Bay Council & Football Victoria, this is a free activity each Wednesday Morning from 10am to 11am indoors at the Sports Centre, Andrew Park Drive (Queens Rd), Altona.
■ Mike, 0423-291-708.
Keeping up with technology
Scams, MyGov, software, online shopping, banking, email, whatever. We all need to keep up with the internet, IT, computers, and changing technology. Join one our Computer classes, we cover the basics. Classes every day of the week , mornings and afternoons, in Williamstown and Altona North.
■ Lynne, 9397-6168.
Braybrook Community Centre Events
Optimising your resume and cover letter with AI,10.30am-12pm, November 12,$10. Beginners guide to composting, 10am-12pm, October 28, free. Bachata Latin dance, 6-8pm,
Oct 3- Dec12, $5 per class. Drought proofing your garden, 10am-12pm, November 14, free. A celebration of créole cuisine 10am-12.30pm, November 18, $20. A trio of Asian delights: learn how to cook Vietnamese pork and prawn spring rolls, Chinese prawn wontons in chilli oil and Japanese chicken gyoza with a tangy dressing. 10am-1pm, October 16, $20.
Braybrook Community Centre 107-139 Churchill Ave, Braybrook 3019
■ T 03 9188 5800 | E braycomm@maribyrnong.vic.gov.au
