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WHAT’S ON: Maribyrnong, Hobsons Bay

WALKABOUT

Step back in time and unlock the secrets of Williamstown with free guided heritage walking tours, from 2.15pm on Tuesdays and 11.45am on Fridays, until November 29.

hobsonsbaytickets.com.au or call 9932 4310

BEER O’CLOCK

The Williamstown Heritage Beer and Cider Festival celebrates the significance of pubs in Williamstown, since the first licence was granted to the Steampacket Hotel in 1839. Over-18s only. This Saturday, Robertson Reserve, corner Cole and Hanmer streets, Williamstown.

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EXHIBITION

Weaving Exhibition and Art Sauce Workshop is from 11am-3pm this Sunday at Woods Street Arts Space, 44 Woods Street, Laverton.

■ arts@hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au orfacebook.com/woodsstreetarts

LAVERTON FESTIVAL

This is a free event for families and includes rides, entertainment, show bags, and market stalls. 11am-4pm, Sunday, at Aviation Road and rear car park, Laverton.

facebook.com/LavertonFestival

FOR MUMS

Australian Breastfeeding Association hosts a friendly catch-up with expectant, new
and experienced mums who can learn more about breastfeeding and parenting. 10-11.30am, November 27, at St Stephens Church Rooms, 179 Melbourne Road, Williamstown.

■ 9327 2799 or hobsonsbayaba@gmail.com

TWILIGHT MARKET

Altona P-9 College has a free Twilight

Market from 3.15-7.30pm Friday. There will be food stalls and a kiddies’ corner with jumping castle and other activities.. Special appearances by Peppa Pig and a Ninja Turtle. Bring a tin of food to donate to a local food bank and receive a free raffle ticket for the door prize. Corner of Grieve and Civic parades, Altona.

■ 9250 8050

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