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Huge Clearance Sale
Saturday 4th November 10am – 1pm. Massive clearance sale of Op Shop stock including Christmas decorations, clothes, toys, books, shoes, CD’s, DVD’s, games and lots more. Williamstown Uniting Church 36 Electra St. Enter via church car park in Pasco Street Williamstown.
Fridays by the Bay
The program is Social Activity Group that runs every second Friday.
For people 18-65 from Hobsons Bay, and who are not eligible for other support programs.
Activities include art and craft, wellbeing activities, guest speakers and outings. A light lunch is included.
Dates for 2023, October 20, November 3, 17, December 1,15.
Louis Joel Arts and Community 5 Sargood Street, Altona
Community Jumble Sale
The Pilgrim Uniting Church hall are hosting an event with BBQ, music and 30 tables of pre-loved games, books, clothes, plants and homewares on Saturday 18 November 9 am – 2 pm, on the Cnr Bayview Road and Montague Street, Yarraville. Enter from Montague Street.
I’M STILL LEARNING INC are running a hands on x 2 hour x 4 week Basic Home Maintenance course starting on 8th November – 29th November at the Louis Joel Arts and Community Centre from 7.15pm – 9.15pm. The course covers safety in the home, how to repair a leaking tap, how to safely use a battery operated drill and using the drill to build a take home toolbox.
The cost for the 4 week course is a $25 refundable deposit subject to terms and conditions.
■ Mandy 0451 717 401
Maribyrnong Boxing Club has reopened 11 Months after the Maribyrnong floods of Oct 2022.
New and former members of the Maribyrnong Community Youth Club Inc, are welcome to attend training sessions on Monday 6.00pm -8.00pm , Thursday 6.45 pm -7.45pm and Sunday 10.00am -11.00am. Traditional “Method style Boxing” taught.
Boxing for fitness Classes, beginners, Youth and Adults and also competition available.
Club premises are located under Grandstand on Maribyrnong Reserve Cnr. Hortense street and Middle road Maribyrnong
■ Secretary : email nugara.david@hotmail.com or Mob 0413495836
LAVERTON COMMUNITY CHOIR
Laverton community choir is looking for people to join them as they start rehearsing Christmas Carols, as well as other popular songs in their repertoire. No experience necessary and no auditions.
Group meets on Thursday evenings during school term from 7-9 pm (including supper) at Laverton P12 College, Gate 1 / 91 Bladin Street, Laverton.
■ Sue 0418 386 147
Walking Football (Soccer)
For ages 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 lunchtime (12 till 1) indoors at the Sports Centre, Andrew Park Drive (Queens Rd), Altona.
■ Mike 0423-291-708.
Braybrook Community Hub
Hatha yoga online
Practice yoga in the comfort of your own home with Sue via Zoom. A general Hatha Yoga style practice suitable for all levels, concluding with deep relaxation.
Time: 6-7pm
Date: Weekly, 2 Oct – 4 Dec
Cost: $60 per 10 week term | $6 per session
Small steps walking group
Are you looking for a fun and social way to stay active? Join the Braybrook Community Hub walking group. Get some fresh air, make new friends and enjoy the benefits of walking. Or come for social connections, bikkies and a cuppa.
Time: 10.30 -11.30am
Date: Every Wednesday, free
Craft
Looking for a group that can help inspire, teach and support you in your craft endeavours? Bring along whatever you are working on and enjoy a morning with like-minded people.
Time: 10am-12pm at the Braybrook Community Hub.
Date: Weekly, 5 October – 7 Dec
Cost: $30 Full | $15 Concession
Meditation for stress management
Meditate under the guidance of an experienced teacher through visualisation, breath and movement. This term you will also be guided to create a vision board. A form of mindful planning combining the psychological process of visualizing, preparing for the future, and assigning action steps including milestones and to review your progress. This class will also be live streamed for you to join from home .
Time: 10-11am at the Braybrook Community Hub
Date: Weekly, until 6 Dec
Cost: $60 per 10 week term | 6 per session
Spice-up for your next BBQ
You have probably heard everyone talking about Barbie, and rightly so: the weather is warming up and the barbie needs firing up! Make your next BBQ a hit with marinated dishes inspired by fires and food from around the world. Register online to book.
Time: 10am -12pm at Braybrook Community Hub.
Date: 15 November
Cost: $20
Boxing
Maribyrnong Boxing Club has reopened 11 months after the Maribyrnong floods of Oct 2022. New and former members of the Maribyrnong Community Youth Club Inc, are welcome to attend training sessions on Monday 6pm -8pm , Thursday 6.45 pm -7.45pm and Sunday 10am -11am. Traditional “method style boxing” taught.
Boxing for fitness classes, beginners, youth and adults and also competition available.
Club premises are located under the grandstand on Maribyrnong Reserve Corner Hortense Street and Middle road, Maribyrnong
■ Secretary : email nugara.david@hotmail.com or Mob 0413495836
Laverton Community Choir
Laverton community choir is looking for people to join them as they start rehearsing Christmas carols, as well as other popular songs in their repertoire. No experience necessary and no auditions.
Group meets on Thursday evenings during school term from 7-9 pm (including supper) at Laverton P12 College, Gate 1 / 91 Bladin Street, Laverton.
■ Sue 0418 386 147
Walking football (soccer)
For ages 50 and over, walking football has participants in their 70s. Any fitness level – no running allowed. This is a social activity for fun and a bit of exercise, no experience necessary. Supported by Hobsons Bay Council and Football Victoria. This is a free activity each Wednesday lunchtime (12 till 1pm) indoors at the Sports Centre, Andrew Park Drive (Queens Road), Altona.
■ Mike 0423-291-708.
CCN Choir
Christchurch Newport Choir is looking for people who enjoy singing and like Christmas carols to join the choir as they prepare some songs for the coming Christmas season. No experience necessary.
Rehearsals are on Thursday nights at 7pm, at Christchurch, 61 Mason St, Newport.
■ Contact: Voola 0414690448, vfh2055@gmail.com
Book sale
Friends of Altona Library hold a monthly book sale on the first Tuesday, Friday and Saturday of each month at the rear of Altona Library 123 Queen Street Altona. access via Coles carpark, from 10am-1pm.
Altona Girl Guides
Altona Girl Guides currently have vacancies for girls aged five-plus who would like to learn new skills, gain confidence,and expand their friendship circle while having fun.
English lessons
Want to learn English in a fun and relaxed setting? Build your English, digital and employability skills with the Adult Migrant English Program (AMEP). Williamstown. Laverton Community Education Centre now offers free AMEP classes to eligible clients at Joan Kirner House in Williamstown. Classes are on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 9.30am-3pm. Childcare is available for children who are under school age.
■ 93692726.
Computers, crafts, conversation
Whatever your learning interests and needs, Outlets Newport Community Education Centre has hands-on, face-to-face classes for you or a friend. Contact the centre today to find something for you!
■ 9391 8504, or outlets@outletsco-op.com.au
