Newport Bowls Club
Now that the weather is warming up and daylight saving has arrived, during October the club will have free barefoot bowling on Fridays from 5pm. Bowls and tuition provided. Bar open from 4pm. Bistro meals available from 5 to 8pm.
■ For enquiries or bookings, contact the club on 0478 529 521 or email: info@newportbowls.com.au
Sing with Willin Wimmin choir
Discover the joy of group singing with the friendly women at WiIlin Wimmin choir in Williamstown. New members are always welcome, no audition. The group sings contemporary, folk, choral and world repertoire in acapella style. The choir meets Wednesday evenings during school terms, 7.30 – 9.30pm at the Dennis Reserve Centre, 109 Ferguson St Williamstown.
■ willinwimmin.org.au or contact us at willin.wimmin@gmail.com
Choir Jam: Community Choirs Gathering in the West!
Choir Jam, an afternoon celebrating the community choirs of Hobson’s Bay and Wyndham at the Laverton Community Hub. Hosted by a collection of local choirs including Willin Wimmin, Newport Community Choir, Laverton Community Choir, With One Voice Wyndham and Hobson’s Bay with special guests Western Melbourne Men’s Chorus, it’s all about making new connections. Date: Sat November 9, 1:00pm-4:30pm at Laverton Community Hub.
■Details: cmvic.org.au/
Royal Yacht Club of Victoria Open Day
Come along to our public open day. Enjoy a drink or lunch on the deck while you watch the yachts come and go and listen to live music.
Bar and kitchen open, child & pet friendly. Free entry, all welcome!
Saturday, November 17, 2024, 10am to 2pm.
Royal Yacht Club of Victoria, 120 Nelson Place, Williamstown.
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.
Laverton Bowls Club
Experience the fun and skill of lawn bowls, a game which is suitable for all ages. Laverton Bowls Club is recruiting new members, so if you are looking for a friendly atmosphere and the opportunity to bowl both socially or at pennant level Laverton is the place to be. Come to the club on Tuesday or Thursday mornings for practise beginning at 10am. All welcome at 77-87 Hall Street, Altona Meadows.
■ 9369 1034 or email : secretary@lavertonbowls.com.au
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
Altona Day View Club
The Altona Day View Club meets on the third Wednesday each Month at 11am, at the Altona RSL 31 Sargood Street., Altona.
■Jan, 0419 159 783
Woodcarving workshop
The woodcarving workshop meets on Tuesdays at 9.30am-noon at Hobsons Bay Men’s Shed, 280 Queens Street, Altona. All levels of ability in this ancient, international craft are welcome, women included, starter tools and timber available.
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
Westgate diabetes
Westgate Diabetes support group meets on the first Tuesday each month at Altona Bowling club at 10am.
■Elaine0415 030 996.
Altona Day View Club
Meets on the third Wednesday each Month at the Altona R.S.L at 11am.
■ Jan 0419 159 783
Free English conversation class
Is English your second language? Do you want to improve your English skills and meet new people? Practise English conversation in informal interactive group sessions. Light refreshments provided. Mondays during school terms, from 1-3pm, at the Altona Library.
■ Joe Pellone, 0431 915 970, or joepellone@gmail.com, or Jill Mackenzie, 0439 994 705, or jill.mackenzie111@gmail.com
Willy walking group
A free walking group meets every Wednesday, during school terms, at 10.15- 11am, from Joan Kirner House, 14 Thompson Street, Williamstown.
■ Tahlia, 9397 6168
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
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.
Alcoholics Anonymous
Regular meetings of Alcoholics Anonymous are held at St Andrew’s Church Hall, Williamstown, Wednesdays at 7pm, and Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Newport, Thursdays at 6.30pm and Saturdays at 8.30am. All welcome including friends and family of people with drinking problems.
■ 1300 22 22 22, or www.aatimes.org.au
Wednesday walking group
The Williamstown Community Centre offers a regular Wednesday walking group that walks the local area, 10.15-11am. New members are welcome. This activity is free and includes morning tea.
■ 9397 6168
Williamstown Craft Market
Commonwealth Reserve comes alive on the third Sunday of the month for the Williamstown Craft Market. The market boasts more than 50 stalls showcasing everything from handmade craft, homegrown produce and food vendors. There will also be live music. From 10am- 4pm.
■ www.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au/Community/Whats-On/Williamstown-Craft-Market
Laverton Community Choir
The choir is welcoming new members, especially male voices. If you love singing and would like to be part of a choir, come along and try out your vocal cords with this fun and welcoming group of singers. There are no auditions and you don’t need to be able to read music. The group meets on Thursday evenings during school terms at Laverton P12 College, 91 Bladin Street, Laverton, from 7-9pm.
■ Sue, 0418 386 147, or lavertoncommunitychoir@gmail.com
Mouth Organ Band
Yarraville Mouth Organ Band is looking for new members. Band practice is held on Friday evenings at 8pm in the band hall at 203 Williamstown Road, Yarraville. For great music in a friendly atmosphere feel free to call in one Friday evening.
■ Heather 9399 2190 or ymob1933@yahoo.com.au
