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Art class

The Braybrook and Maidstone Neighbourhood House is excited to welcome back the talented artist Beverly Inch, for a one-time art class on Monday, March 31, at 1:00 PM.

Bookings are essential as seats are limited.

We look forward to seeing you there!

■ To book call BMNH on (03) 9317 5610 or 0428904068 or email: office@bmnh.org.au

Braybrook and Maidstone walking group

The Braybrook and Maidstone Neighbourhood House are holding a walking group from 9am to 10am every second Wednesday. The walking group is open to everyone and start from the neighbourhood house at 113 Melon Street, Braybrook. The next walk is on Wednesday, April 2.

■ 93175610 or jodie@bmnh.org.au

Summer Sounds

Country music will come to Footscray on Sunday, March 30 when Summer Sounds on the River takes place on the Maribyrnong River Reserve Landings between the Joseph Road apartments and the Heavenly Queen Temple. Melbourne country music supergroup, The Silver Saddles, featuring St Kilda music identity Freg Negro, will play a number of sets from 4pm to 7pm. Entry is free and food trucks are available. Alcohol is prohibited.

■ events@josephroad.com.au

Heritage Walks

Enjoy a leisurely 90 minute walk around historic Williamstown and nearby suburbs with guide John Becroft. Walks start at 9-20 a.m. each Tuesday outside the Visitor Information Centre in Nelson Place.

■ John Becroft 0418-377-336

Sincerely Yours – Playing Second Fiddle

Come enjoy a social afternoon with a musical performance followed by afternoon tea and the opportunity to access locally set up community stalls.

Little Pine Tree Productions and Westgate Neighbourhood Fund are proud to present the free community event on Monday April 14 from 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM at Williamstown Town Hall.

■ Bookings: https://www.trybooking.com/CXLKQ, email: littlepinetreeproduction@gmail.com

Walking group

The Mighty West Heart Foundation Community Walking Group meets Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 10am. Walk at your own pace for up to 60 minutes. Discover the many health benefits (physical and psychological) of walking together. All welcome.

■ 0411 566 862

Royal Yacht Club of Victoria lunch specials

Enjoy midweek lunch specials each Wednesday: $10 entrée, $20 main course.

RYCV 120 Nelson Place, Williamstown.

■ Reservations: www.rycv.com.au

Altona North Combined Probus

The Altona North Combined Probus Club meets on the fourth Wednesday of each month at Altona Sports Club. Includes a speaker, organised trips and outings, and a friendly atmosphere.

■ Lesley, 0414 481 442

National seniors meeting

On the first Wednesday of every month at 1.30pm, the metro west branch of national seniors meets at the Deer Park Club, with meals available to purchase. The group also holds lunches on different Fridays each month, as well as activities such as theatre visits, bus trips and more.

■ 0425 713 004, or lesley1.collins@outlook.com

Williamstown Bridge Club.

The club has bridge sessions each week on Wednesdays at 7.25pm, Fridays at 1.25pm for experienced players, and a supervised session on Fridays at 9.50am at Hobsons Bay Sport & Game Fishing Club, 17 Altona Road, Altona. Beginners lessons begin in May. All levels welcome and partners can be provided.

■ Sandi 0417315760, Alan,0430 309 255, or www.bridgewebs.com/williamstown

Gardening workshops

Resilient summer gardens: Tuesday, March 25, 1.00pm – 2.00 pm.Get tips on maintaining a vibrant communal space during the summer heat and learn techniques to build a resilient garden that thrives through the seasons.

All workshops held at Spotswood Community House, 598 Melbourne Rd, Spotswood Vic 3188.

■ Almari van der Merwe, Cultivating Community, 0466 406 510, www.cultivatingcommunity.org.au

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