Once Were Leaders – An Evening with Max Gillies
MAX Gillies shares his memories of a life spent on the fringes of power and politics and goes through the archives of some of his favourite game-changing speeches.
A keen observer of politics for half a century, Max Gillies take audiences on a comedic journey with parodies from Hawke to Thatcher.
– Drum Theatre, corner of Lonsdale and Walker streets, Dandenong. Friday 20 November, at 8pm. Cost: Drum friend $35, adults $40, concessions $37.50, groups of more than four $37.50.
Problem drinkers
ALCOHOLICS anonymous family groups for relatives and friends of problem drinkers hold sessions to help support those affected by alcohol abuse.
– Andrews Centre, corner Hanna Drive and Heatherton Road, Endeavour Hills. Meet on Mondays from 10am. For more details call 1300 252 666 or visit www.al-anon.org/australia
Springvale Garden Club
GREEN thumbs unite to listen to guest speaker Helen Lovel from Neutrog Garden Products. The night will include door prizes, supper and a trading table.
– The Senior Citizens Hall, The Crescent, Springvale. Wednesday 18 November. Doors open 7.30pm. Entry $2. Don’t have to be a gardener to join the group. For more information call Cheryl Johnson on 9551 3197.
Gaslight
AFTER a few years The Drum Theatre will welcome back ‘Gaslight’ with their sparkling Spirit of Christmas 2015 production. Led by compere Chris McKenna and starring tenor Roy Best, along with singer and actress Cheryl Darvidis, the event will showcase beloved Christmas carols as well as contemporary songs.
– Drum Theatre, corner Lonsdale and Walker streets, Dandenong. Drum friend $16, adult $22, group of four-plus $18 per person. Wednesday 25 November, at 10.30am.
Public forum
Neighbourhood Watch Greater Dandenong is holding an information night with guest speaker Leading Senior Constable Paul Peebles from the proactive policing unit in Greater Dandenong .
– Paddy O’Donoghue Centre, 18 Buckley Street, Noble Park, Wednesday 18 November, from 7.30pm to 9pm.
Market
PLANTS, bric-a-brac, face painting, a sausage sizzle, toys, art and craft, a jumping castle and giant slide will be on offer at Springvale Park Special Developmental School’s first market.
Proceeds will go towards a liberty swing, which is specially designed for children in wheelchairs.
– Springvale Park Special Developmental School, 13-15 Sandown Road, Springvale (opposite the railway station), 8am to noon, on Sunday 15 November. The stalls are priced from $15. Call 9546 7666 for more information or to get involved.
View Club
THE Dandenong Evening VIEW Club’s next dinner will include a speech by guest speaker Don Bergman. Mr Bergman will be speaking about the Shrine of Remembrance. VIEW club supports the Smith Family’s ‘Learning for Life Program’. New members and guests are welcome.
– Dandenong RSL, 44-50 Clow Street, Dandenong. The next dinner meeting of the will be held on 10 November, at 7pm. Bookings essential. For details phone Brigitte on 9795 1222.
Hallam kogo
KOGO stands for ‘knit one give one’ and is a group of avid knitters creating items for disadvantaged community members. The group is looking for more knitters and donations of wool.
– Hallam Community Learning Centre, 56 Kays Avenue, Hallam, on Tuesdays from 12.30pm, patterns supplied.
Sewing circle
NO EXPERIENCE is required to join the Open Door sewing circle.
The group is for those who enjoy sewing, new projects and who would like to work on individual projects in a friendly environment.
– The Open Door, 110 Ann Street, Dandenong. Every Tuesday, except school holidays, between 10am and noon. Suggested donation $4. For more details phone Trish or Jo on 9791 8664.
Healthy and deadly
YOUNG people can learn about looking after themselves and their mob, meet new people, learn skills, connect with their culture and more at this Koorie program.
It’s for ages 14 to 21 and food is provided.
– YStop Dandenong, 39a Clow Street, opposite Dandenong Market. Tuesdays, 4pm to 6.30pm. Call Youth Services on 9793 2155 for more information.
Rock and roll dance class
JOIN in on the fun and learn to rock and roll, swing and line dance with like-minded people.
– Edinburgh Hall, corner of Edinburgh and Dowling streets, Springvale North. Every Tuesday evening from 7.30pm to 10pm. Each class is $12 or $15 for multiple classes on the same night. Contact Lou Mingaars on 0413 393 345 for more information.
Probus
THE Combined Probus Club of Waverley Gardens provides guest speakers, the dine out, garden, wanderers, walking, card, craft and coffee groups and trips and outings. New members are made welcome.
– Vegas Venue, Waverley Gardens Shopping Centre, corner of Police and Jacksons roads, Mulgrave. Meet on the last Tuesday of each month from 9.45am to noon. Phone Don Lambie on 9560 6046 or Rick on 9801 4049 or email wavgardcomprob@gmail.com for more details.
Grief support
KEYSBOROUGH Learning Centre will host Rainbows for the Children of Australia’s after school program to help kids deal with life challenges such as death and divorce.
– Keysborough Learning Centre, 402 Corrigan Road, Keysborough. Tuesdays during terms two and four, 4.30pm to 5.30pm. Bookings are essential. Register interest on 9798 7005, Monday to Friday, 9am to 4.30pm.
Library Toddler Time
THESE free sessions are designed to help children aged two to three to develop their imagination and vocabulary and find a love for books and reading.
Toddler Time also helps carers to learn songs, finger plays and nursery rhymes to enjoy at home.
– Springvale Library, 411 Springvale Road, Springvale, and Dandenong Library, 225 Lonsdale Street, Dandenong, on Mondays at 10.30am. Bookings are not required. The sessions don’t run on school or public holidays. Phone 1300 630 920 for more information.
The Social Knitwork
KNITTERS and those who want to learn the craft can join the Social Knitwork each Wednesday morning.
Make new friends while developing skills and sharing patterns and stories.
– Dandenong Library, level two, 225 Lonsdale Street, Dandenong. Wednesdays, 10.30am to noon. No bookings required.
