BLUE AND WHITE DANCE
The Campion Old Boys’ Association is holding its annual Blue and
White Dance. Next Generation and DJ Phillip are the live acts. Proceeds
will go to the group’s scholarship program in India.
■ St Anthony’s Hall, Buckley Street,
Noble Park. 7.30pm-1am Saturday, August 31. Tickets $18, BYO drinks.
Dress neat, no jeans or sneakers. Call Ashton Ashokkumar on 9546 1166.
SUNDAY STROLLS
The Berwick and District Bushwalking Club hosts bushwalks in the
district for people of all abilities, ages and levels of fitness. The
club can include a stroll in a park, an easy walk in the metro area or a
challenging walk in the bush. The group focuses on socialising, has a
monthly club dinner and organises weekends away.
■ Sundays and mid-week. $3 per walk, trial discount. Call 9700 1158 or visit berwickbwc.org.au.
MENTAL HEALTH
The Grow-Better Together carer group offers support for the
family, friends and carers of people affected by mental health issues.
■ ERMHA, 67 Robinson Street, Dandenong. At 12.30pm the first and third Tuesday of each month, bookings not required. Call 1800 558 268.
BOOK CLUB
Avid readers have the opportunity to join a group of like-minded
bookworms at a centre for creative spirituality. Members will have their
minds challenged by a variety of material while enjoying a cuppa.
■ The Open Door, 110 Ann Street, Dandenong. At 7pm-8pm, third Monday of each month. Gold coin donation. Call 9791 8664.
PLANTING DAY
Mark your calendar for a day of fresh air and good deeds with
other friendly green thumbs at a spring planting day. Planting
indigenous plants in Dandenong’s parks and reserves encourages wildlife.
An animal show and Live Steamers Mini Trains will attend. Take gloves
and suitable footwear.
■ Alex Wilkie Nature Reserve, Mackay Street, Springvale South. At 10am-2pm Saturday September 7. Free, bookings essential. Call 8571 1702.
DRAWING CLASSES
Drawing for Children and Adults takes students through the
creative process of drawing simple compositions using light and shadow.
The course aims to enhance and extend creative development.
■ Noble Park Community Centre, Ross
Reserve, Memorial Drive, Noble Park. Beginner children, 4.30pm-6.30pm
Wednesday; intermediate children, 4.30pm-6.30pm Thursday; adults,
7pm-9pm Thursday. Eight-week term $150 includes all materials. Call 9547
5801 or nobleparkcommunitycentre.org.au.