All aboard: Celebrity dads — comedian Tim Ross and Dr Andrew Rochford — have partnered with Thomas & Friends to commemorate 70 years of ‘brand heritage’ with a series of storybook readings. Children are welcome to jump aboard the tank engines from 3pm-4pm this Saturday at Target, Highpoint Shopping Centre, Maribyrnong. Details: 93181699
Tracky Dack Day: Hold a ‘Tracky Dack Day’ this month at school, work, club or with your mates. Collect a gold coin donation from those who attend and help the TLC for Kids charity, which supports children in hospital. Details: trackydackday.com.au
Williamstown films: This community film group looks at old and new films at the Mechanics Institute, corner Melbourne Road and Electra Street, Williamstown, 7.30pm on the last Wednesday of the month. Details: 93976000
Fruit & veg swap: Come swap and share home produce at Altona’s fruit and vegie swap, Logan Reserve, 10.30am-11.30am this Saturday. Details: Mara, 0466 341 498
Join up: The Merchant Navy War Service League is looking for new members. War service not necessary. For more information, call 59952741 or 97433016
Big morning tea: Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea is at Altona Tennis Club, Fresno Street, Altona, from 11am tomorrow. . Donations go to the Breast Cancer Council, Details: 0418437780
Living the blues: Catch Mysterious Mose live at Newport, supported by Travelling Concessions, at Newport Bowls Club, 7.30pm, May 17. Cost: $8/$12. Details: sleverton@envirorisk.com.au
Support group: A support group is forming in Altona Meadows for myalgic encephalomyelitis, chronic fatigue syndrome and fibromyalgia sufferers. Details: 9942 7835
Carer Support: Grow Better Together Carers Group is for friends and family of those affected by mental health issues. Free and confidential meetings are held twice a month in Laverton. Details: 1800558268
