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7 things to do in Maribyrnong & Hobsons Bay

 

From yoga for seniors to Book Week fun, here’s 7 things to do in Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay.

 

Gentle yoga for seniors

Stay fit and active by learning yoga in a safe, pain-free environment at Maribyrnong Community Centre. Monday mornings until September 14, gold coin donation.

■ 9032 4305, www.maribyrnong.vic.gov.au

 

Skate art

Artist Brett Ashby’s workshops for young people will focus on stencil and paste-up creations, culminating in public art pieces at Yarraville Skate Park. The free workshops for people aged 12-25 years old will be held at Phoenix Youth Centre, 72 Buckley Street 4.30-5.30pm Thursdays in August, followed by a paint day from 2pm Saturday, August 29.

■ 9091 4700

 

Musical moments

Caroline Chisholm Catholic College students and teachers will present Disney musical Mulan Jr next week. Performances at 7pm, August 20 and 21, at 204 Churchill Avenue, Braybrook.

■ www.cccc.vic.edu.au

 

Feel good

Highpoint is hosting its first Feel Good Festival from August 20-23. The event includes workshops and craft, an adult size ball pit, a free flower delivery service and Instagram pods offering the chance to win prizes.

 

Callin’ wimmin

Willin Wimmin choir call women who love to sing – no audition or previous experience required. Rehearsals in Williamstown, 7.30pm Wednesdays.

■ Steph, 0409 856 071 or choir_ww@yahoo.com.au

 

Book Week fun

Children’s Book Week at Maribyrnong Community Centre, 10.30-11.30am Monday, August 24. Bookings essential.

■ 9032 4305, www.maribyrnong.vic.gov.au

 

School reunion

Altona North Primary School celebrates its 50th anniversary reunion on Sunday, August 23 with afternoon tea from 1.30-4.30pm. See photos of five decades.

www.altonanorthps.vic.edu.au

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