Walk Against Family Violence
Meet at Dandenong Market and walk to Harmony Square for our annual walk against family violence. Hear from guest speaker Liana Papoutsis, a dedicated social change advocate who has lived experience of surviving family violence.
– Tuesday 21 November, meet 11.15am at Dandenong Market. Free event. No bookings required.
Cultural Sketch
You don’t need to be a visual artist to enjoy an evening of Cultural Sketching, just bring your enthusiasm, interest and willingness to have a go. In November, Kobi Sainty will be our Cultural Sketch presenter and model. Materials will be provided. Refreshments and alcohol will be served at this session. For ages 18+.
– Tuesday 14 November, 6pm -8pm at Walker Street Gallery and Arts Centre, Walker and Robinson streets, Dandenong. Free event. Registrations required. Details: greaterdandenong.vic.gov.au/greater-dandenong-council/events/cultural-sketch
Dinner with a VIEW
Guest speaker Jennifer Evans will speak about the ’Horisons of Hope’ Ministries at the next Dandenong Evening VIEW Club dinner. VIEW stands for Voice, Interests and Education for women and the Club supports the SMITH Family’s Learning for Life Program.
– Tuesday, 14 November, 7pm at the Dandenong RSL. Bookings essential. Details: Brigitte, 0491 626 527.
Historical costume talk
Emigration, Dress and Australian Colonial Society, 1820s – 1860s will consider the nature of colonial society and the immigrants experience through the lens of dress. Presenter Laura Jocic, is a curator and dress historian with expertise in nineteenth and twentieth century Australian and international fashion and textiles. Run in conjunction with the Heritage Hill exhibition Yesteryear: a glimpse into Greater Dandenong’s Past. Followed by afternoon tea.
– Wednesday 15 November, 1.30pm-3.30pm at Benga, Heritage Hill Museum and Historic Gardens, 66 McCrae Street, Dandenong. Free event. Bookings required. Details: 8571 1000
Community Conversation – Shape Springvale
The Draft Springvale Revitalisation Action Plan is now ready for community review. Officers will be available to talk with you at our community conversation pop up. Khmer, Vietnamese, Mandarin, Cantonese and Teochew interpreters will be present to assist with the conversation.
– Friday 17 November, 2pm-5pm at Springvale Community Hub, 5 Hillcrest Grove, Springvale. Free event, no bookings required.
Citizens Talking Climate Change
Join for an evening cuppa where you can discuss climate action and solutions for living sustainably now. Discussion topics vary each month, which will be climate action and environment related. Please bring-your-own mug/cup.
– Friday, 17 November, 7pm-8pm at Springvale Community Hub – Mitchell Hall, 5 Hillcrest Grove, Springvale. Bookings recommended. Details: greaterdandenong.vic.gov.au/greater-dandenong-council/events/citizens-talking-climate-change
Detox Your Home – Dandenong
Detox your Home is a safe, free and easy-to-use service to dispose of unwanted, highly toxic household chemicals without harming your health or the environment. The collected items are recycled for recovery and diverted from landfill.
– Saturday 18 November, 9am-3pm at Gloria Pyke Netball Complex, Bennet Street, Dandenong. Free event. Details: greaterdandenong.vic.gov.au/detox-your-home-dandenong
Keysie Christmas Market
Come along and get all your Christmas shopping done at this vibrant outdoor community market event in Keysborough. Live entertainment, stalls and delicious food. Dogs on leashes welcome.
– Sunday 19 November, 10am-2pm at Springers Leisure Centre, 400 Cheltenham Road, Keysborough. Free event. Purchases at own cost.
Diwali at Dandenong Market
This free, indoor, family-friendly celebration is a beloved tradition at Dandenong Market. A sensory extravaganza of entertainment, arts, crafts, and a delectable array of flavours.
– Sunday 19 November, 11am-3pm at Dandenong Market, Cleeland Street, Dandenong. Free event
Hallam Friends of the Red Cross
Our final meeting for 2023 plans for community activities in 2024. All welcome, bring your ideas to help us connect with the community in better ways.
– Tuesday 21 November, 10.30am at Hallam Community Learning Centre, Kays Avenue, Hallam. (the next meeting after this is 20 February 2024). Details: Robert Read, 0455 566 570.
Question the Space
Enjoy works by artists Rachel Burke, Ross Coulter, Jordan Fleming, Guerrilla Girls, Melbourne Art Library, Kent Morris, Dean Norton, Tina Patlas, Kenny Pittock, Nick Selenitsch and TextaQueen. Artwork locations include Walker Street Gallery and various venues around central Dandenong.
– Tuesday 21 November – Friday 1 March at Walker Street Gallery and Arts Centre, corner Walker and Robinson streets, Dandenong (open Tuesday-Friday, 12pm-4pm).
Reuse and Recycle Drop Off Day
Get rid of larger unwanted household goods suitable for donating or electronic and household goods suitable for recycling. Acceptable items include furniture, bikes, homewares, clothes and linen, TVs, computers, whitegoods, mattress and electrical appliances. Please bring along your recycling day brochure. Residents are to remain inside their cars at all times.
– Saturday 25 November, 8am-1pm at Greaves Reserve, 20 Bennet Street, Dandenong. Free event. No registrations needed. Details: greaterdandenong.vic.gov.au/recycle-day
Garden open day
Maralinga Community Garden’s next open day will be held on the inaugural National Community Gardens Day.
– Saturday 26 November, 10am-12pm at Chandler Road Reserve, Keysborough.
Neighbourhood Watch public forum
Greater Dandenong Neighbourhood Watch celebrates 40 years of Neighbourhood Watch in Victoria with a public forum, safety information session, AGM and supper. Guest speaker: Detective Senior Sergeant Rachel Marshall, an Officer in Charge at Dandenong police station who has served in CIU, sexual offences and child abuse units. All welcome.
– Wednesday 29 November, 7pm for 7.30pm start at Paddy O’Donoghue Centre, 18-34 Buckley Street, Noble Park. (Ample parking at the rear of centre, off Frank Street). Bookings: trybooking.com/CLYOJ
Art exhibition and book launch
Celebrate the amazing talent of The Art of Soul and Creative Writing Groups at this community event. Launch of the book ‘Hopes and Dreams’ with readings and signings by authors, original artworks of Open Door artists, light finger food, champagne and games. Artworks, books and handmade cards, cushions, junk journals and diaries for sale. Raffle raising funds for Friends of Refugees.
– Thursday 30 November 11am-2pm at 110 Ann Street, Dandenong.
Yesteryear: A Glimpse into Greater Dandenong’s Past
This exhibition explores our region’s changing landscape and rich historical narratives through selected artworks, images and objects from Council’s Civic and Cultural Heritage Collection and local historical society collections.
– Open Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, 10am to 2pm (until 24 November) at Benga, Heritage Hill Museum and Historic Gardens, 66 McCrae Street, Dandenong. Free event.
Interfaith Network tour
Join a guided public tour of places of worship in the South East – Emir Sultan Mosque, Gurdwara Sri Guru Granth Sahib temple, St John’s German Lutheran Church and Chua Quan Thanh (Tao Temple).
– Wednesday 13 December 8.30am-3pm; $25 (plus $10-$15 donation for lunch at St John’s). Details: Helen Heath: 8774 7662, 0421 829 563 or education@interfaithnetwork.org.au
Adult Exercise
Improve fitness and energy levels for good health and wellbeing at this adult exercise group class on Tuesdays and Thursdays. This is a self-paced, gentle aerobics class suitable for all levels.
– Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9.30am at Jan Wilson Community Centre, Halton Road, Noble Park North; $5 per session. No registrations required. Details: 8571 1436 or communityfacilities@cgd.vic.gov.au
Fun for retirees
New members from Dandenong North and Noble Park are sought by the Waverley Gardens Combined Probus Club. In addition to other activities, club members also meet for coffee & listen to a guest speaker.
– last Tuesday of the month (next on 31 October) 9.45am-noon at Southern Community Centre, 27 Rupert Dr, Mulgrave (near Police Rd). Details: Don, 9560 6046.
Meditation and positive thinking
Learn how to make your mind your best friend through open-eyed meditation. Led by Bhavani Padmanabhan, these free sessions are open to all. Presented by Bakhtar Community Organisation and The Brahma Kumaris Organisation.
– Saturdays 2pm at 23-47 Gunns Road, Hallam. Registrations: 9703 2555 or 0403 551 596.
Weekly badminton
Adults welcome (Mondays 7pm-9pm) and ladies and retired (Wednesdays 12pm-2.30pm).
– Hallam Badminton Club, Frawley Road Recreation Reserve; $5.
Multicultural seniors activities
Keysborough Multicultural Senior Citizens Inc is an over-55s club, with bingo on the first, second and fourth Tuesdays of the month, line dancing on Wednesdays, ballroom dancing lessons on Thursdays. We are in need of a few volunteers able to arrange tables and chairs on Tuesdays from 10.15am to 11.00am.
– Rowley Allan Reserve, 352 Cheltenham Road Keysborough. Tea and coffee is supplied for all activities. Membership $10. Details: Julie, 0428 561 694
Mindfulness meditation
Held weekly for people to learn the basic skills of concentration. Meditation may benefit people with spiritual and mental health support.
– Thursdays, 2.30pm-3pm at Dandenong Hospital’s Sacred Space, 135 David Street, Dandenong. Free, no bookings required. Details: Chuentat Kang, 0405 421 706 or chuentat@hotmail.com
Yoga Classes
For all ages, experience and abilities. Mats and other equipment available. No Booking required.
– Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9.30am-10.30am at Noble Park Community Centre, Memorial Drive, Noble Park; $5 per class or $40 for 10 classes. Details: programs@nobleparkcc.org.au or 9547 5801
