It’s hoped the success of a Children’s Week event at West Footscray Neighbourhood House (WFNH) on Friday will lead to more local families attending the community centre.
Thanks to a grant from the state government, the WFNH held an art and craft day on October 25 as part of Children’s Week 2024.
“We had about 25 families turn up, which was great for us,” said WHNH community and engagement manager Shannon Snowden.
“It’s exposure for the neighbourhood house and all the things we offer,” said Ms Snowden of the event which took place at their headquarters above the West Footscray Library.
“People just don’t realise we’re there.”
The families who found their way there on Friday morning certainly enjoyed themselves though, with arts and crafts, painting, bubbles and a healthy morning tea featuring fruit, cheese, crackers and carrots, among the attractions on offer.
As Ms Snowden explained, the main activity for children on the day was making so-called “little wooden buddies”
“We were getting the kids to make little wooden and art and craft people that they could either take home or leave for our community garden we’re trying to get off the ground,” she said, adding that once the sun came out late in the morning everyone was able to go outside to enjoy the community garden, one of many initiatives she hopes will attract more people to the neighbourhood house.
The next major event coming up at the WFNH is the Maribyrnong Garage Sale Trail on Saturday, November 9.
Spots are still available and those want to sign up or learn more about the WFNH can visit: wfnh.org.au
Cade Lucas
