Come and learn how to paint using acrylics. Whether you're a beginner, or you already have painting skills, Cheryl will support and teach you techniques that will bring your vision to life.
Two class times available
10am-12:30pm
7pm-9:30pm
$225.00 (9 lessons)
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Janet will be leading Qigong Monday afternoons in term 3.
The class is Level 1 Open Sky Qigong.
This session is designed for all abilities and fitness levels. Support workers welcome.
The session is suitable for seniors, carers and people with disabilities.
Every Monday
12:30pm-1:15pm
Cost $5.00
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Every Monday meet people, make friends and have fun.
Enjoy a weekly chit chat, plus activities like games, dancing, movies and sharing stories.
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Support workers welcome. Our centre is accessible, welcoming and friendly.
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10:0am-11:30am
Cost FREE or gold coin which would be appreciated.
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Call 94346717 to book or for more information.
Eligible for income earners $60,000 or less.
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Bring all paperwork (group certificate/s receipts etc), your MyGov login details (if your have one).
From 29th July to 28th October.
9:30am-11:30am - half hour appointments
Cost FREE
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Call 9434 6717 for an appointment with Gary.
Come join Kathleen to personalize your own terracotta herb planter. Everyone will then get to plant some herbs in their planter to take home.
The pots would make a beautiful Christmas gift for a loved one or for yourself!
All materials provided.
Monday 11th Nov
7:00pm-8:00pm
Cost $5.00
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Come join us to make and take home your own mini succulent Christmas tree. All materials provided.
Cancellations less that 48 hours before the event are non-refundable. Ticket is transferable.
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Monday 9th Dec
7:00pm-8:00am
Cost $10.00
Book here.
Learn to make a wreath using native and local plants. Materials provided and participants get to take home a wreath.
Cancellations less that 48 hours before the event are non-refundable. Ticket is transferable.
Monday 16th Dec
7:00am-8:30pm Cost $10.00
Book here.
Join this fun and creative art class with Cheryl where you're free to explore any kind of art medium you choose to complete your project. You will be guided through your project to complete your creative goal.
Support workers welcome.
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9.30-11:30am
10 lessons Cost $160.00
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1:00pm-3:00pm
10 lessons Cost $160.00
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Join us in an informal lunch and enjoy a delicious meal. Most meals are vegetarian.
Please note we can not cater for all food allergies.
Support workers welcome.
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12:00pm-1:00pm
Cost FREE
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A great dance fitness class for beginners, or those that are wanting to take it a little slower.
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Run by Kyle from Pit Stop Dance Fitness.
This class avoids jumping and movements that are overly quick.
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Every Tuesday
5:30pm-6:00pm
6:00pm-6:30pm
Cos $5.OO
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Join Liz and explore Gresswell Forest on this weekly guided walk.
A great way to meet new people.
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For all fitness levels.
9am -10:00am - terms 1 & 4
10:00am - 11:00am terms 1 & 3
Cost FREE
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Come along and join enjoy an indoor movie matinee with others.
Snacks included.
22nd Oct - book here
12th Nov
Come along before hand to our FREE community lunch from 12:00-1:00pm
1:00pm-3:00pm
Cost $5
Come and learn how to paint using acrylics. Whether you're a beginner, or you already have painting skills, Cheryl will support and teach you techniques that will bring your vision to life.
7pm-9:30pm
$250.00 (10 lessons)
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Our friendship group is a great way for you to meet members of the community and make friends. A safe and inclusive space to engage and talk with others.
Available for all abilities & support workers welcome.
10:30am-12:30pm
Cost $4 per session
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Sindhu's classes are accessible & adaptable to everyone in the community, from beginner to more experienced.
Join her to give yourself a nourishing experience.
7:00pm-8:00pm BOOK HERE
$12.50 per class
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If you need help booking multiple sessions click here.
Scams affect so many people. Come to a two-hour workshop to learn:
- types of scams and how to spot them
- how to avoid scams and practical steps to be safer
- where to get help and support
Location
Watsonia Neighbourhood House
47 Lambourn Road, Watsonia
After the session, a financial counsellor will be available to answer your questions and refer you to nearby support services.
Refreshments provided. All workshops are free, bookings are essential.
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Wed 23rd Oct
6;30pm - 8:30pm
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Cost FREE
Book here.​
Come along and get involved with this social sewing group.
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The Boomerang Bags group are helping reduce the use of plastic bags by using donated fabrics to make tote bags.
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This group very charitable also contributing to other communities that can utilise the bags they make.
10:00am-12:00pm
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Join Liz as she takes us on a guided op shop tour in Warrandyte.
This will be a great morning with others, combined with some inexpensive retail therapy.
Will will meet here at Watsonia Neighbourhood House at 10:00am and drive to Sydney Rd.
Afterwards you can return with us or continue the day on your own.
Wednesday 16th October
10:00am-1:00pm
Cost $5.00 which includes transport.
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Hang out with Shannon & other men to develop connections & mate ship over talking and some lunch.
Wednesdays 1:00pm - 3:00pm
No booking required - just turn up!
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Cost - FREE
We are located at 47 Lambourn Road, Watsonia (next to Aminya Reserve).
Our centre is accessible and we have plenty of onsite parking.
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A new book club is starting here at Watsonia Neighbourhood House.
This book club group is a little different. You can choose the book you’d like to read, based on a chosen theme, then come together each month as a group and share what you’ve read with others.
Dates and themes for the rest of the year:
9th October – Most recent read
13th November – Australian author
11th December – A holiday themed book
Wednesday 9th October
7:00pm-8:00pm
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For writers of all abilities to share their writing, and workshop their stories in an inclusive supportive group.
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Support workers welcome to join
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4th Wednesday of every month.
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7:00pm-8:30pm
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For more information call 9434 6717 or email admin@watsonianh.org.au
Join our monthly book club where you will all read the same book, and come together to discuss it. A great way to make new friends within the community.
1st THURSDAY of the month
9:30am-11:30am
$10 annual fee + $4 per session
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Sindhu's classes are accessible & adaptable to everyone in the community, from beginner to more experienced.
Join her to give yourself a nourishing experience.
7:00pm-8:00pm
BOOK HERE
$12.50 per class
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If you need help booking multiple sessions click here.
Our carers support groups is a great opportunity to discuss the role of a support worker and be supported by others.
2nd THURSDAY of the month
10:30am-12:00pm FREE
Cost FREE
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Supportive group, make new friends with the craft of your choice.
All crafting levels welcome.
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This group is for all abilities.
7:00pm-8:00pm
Cost FREE​
Come and learn with Carol how to stitch, knit or crochet a project of your choice. Carrol will support and teach you techniques that will bring your vision to life.
10:30pm-12:30pm
$100 (10 lessons)
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Come and learn with Cheryl how to paint using acrylics. Whether you're a beginner, or you already have painting skills, Cheryl will support and teach you techniques that will bring your vision to life.
10:00am-12:30pm
2:30pm-5:00pm
$250 (10 lessons)
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Come along with your unfinished sewing projects to this class, and enjoy the day with others in a social group.
Third Saturday of each month.
19th Oct and 16th Nov
10:00pm-3:00pm
Cost $7
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Come along to the Plant to Harvest series held monthly at Sustainable Macleod Community Garden, run by Sustainable Macleod in partnership with Watsonia Neighbourhood House.
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A comprehensive 12 month course covering planting, harvesting and all the jobs required in the garden each month. The Community Garden will be used to showcase all that needs to be done each month.
First Saturday of each month and a new topic discussed.
5th Oct book here
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Cost $5
Come join Ravi to make and take home your own insect hotel.
The insect hotel will be a log with holes drilled in for critters and a plate on top. The plate will protect the log and can be a bee drinking station or bird feeder.
Ticket includes a BBQ lunch before the workshop at noon.
If you would like to book in to our composting workshop after lunch at 1:00pm, please book here.
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Sunday 13th Oct
10:00am-12:00pm
Cost $5 per person or $10 per family
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Come join Jo to learn how to build and use a garden compost. Jo will demonstrate how to build and monitor its health.
Bring along some kitchen or garden scraps (nothing weedy please) to build a nutritious compost while discussing all things decomposition.
Please also bring along some gardening gloves to use on the day and feel free to bring along samples or photos of your compost at home if you would like advice from Jo.
Ticket includes a BBQ lunch before the workshop at noon.
If you would like to book in to our insect hotel before lunch at 12:00pm, please book here.
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Sunday 13th Oct
1:00pm-3:00pm
Cost $5 per person or $10 per family
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Come join Ravi to make and take home your own nesting box made from upcycled pallets.
All materials provided.
Ravi will demonstrate how to safely use and upcycle used pallets. Participants will be able to decorate and personalize their own nesting box.
All children need to be supervised by a responsible adult.
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Sunday 3rd Nov
10:00am-12:00pm
Cost $5
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