Perc.U.lations
A regular poetry and spoken word event including an open mic and a featured poet. Committed to featuring at least 50 per cent poets who identify as women or gender-diverse throughout the year.
– Second Saturday of the month (next 10 May), 2pm- 3pm (poetry workshop), 3pm-5pm (open mic) at Kafé on Hemmings, 86 Hemmings Street, Dandenong; pay as you feel. Details: thesandandthefrog@gmail.com
Pop-in blood donations
One in three people in Greater Dandenong will need blood, and they need people like you to give it. To donate, register at lifeblood.com.au/donor-centre/vic/dandenong-pop-up-donor-centre
– Monday 5 May – Friday 9 May at St Mary’s Community Centre, New Street, Dandenong.
Navigating grief
A specialist grief practitioner from Grief Australia will be leading a session to demystify grief and the expectations people hold of themselves during mourning. Discussion on the emotional, physical and spiritual ways we can support ourselves during times of despair and sorrow. Sessions limited to 15 people.
– Wednesdays, 7 May, 2 July, 3 September, 5 November at Nolan Room, Bunurong Memorial Park, 790 Frankston-Dandenong Road, Dandenong South. Free event. Register at smct.org.au/events/navigating-grief-bunurong
Cultural Sketch
A unique evening of art and storytelling from three remarkable creatives behind the exhibition Confluence, currently on at Walker Street Gallery and Arts Centre. Artists are Dylan Singh from The Dreaming Project, and Ivan Masic and Lee Ramseyer from Little Projector Company. Sketch and draw the presenters, their favourite objects, the music, or respond creatively to the stories being shared. No experience needed.
– Thursday 8 May, 6pm-8pm at The Castle, 61 Princes Highway, Dandenong. Free event. Registrations essential at greaterdandenong.vic.gov.au/greater-dandenong-council/events/cultural-sketch-castle-confluence
Springvale Urban Harvest
Come along to swap excess homegrown produce and gardening extras and meet like-minded growers in the area. Supported by The Greater Dandenong Seed Library and the Springvale Community Hub Clothes Swap.
– Second Saturday of the month (next 10 May) 1pm-3pm at Springvale Community Hub, 5 Hillcrest Grove, Springvale. Free event.
Clothes swap
Community members are invited to contribute up to 10 items of clothing, shoes and/or accessories. All items must be clean, in good condition and ready to display on the day.
– Saturday 10 May, 1pm-3pm at Springvale Community Hub, 5 Hillcrest Grove, Springvale. Free event. Details: Zoe, mohlz@icloud.com
Advanced vegie-growing
If you already know the basics of growing food and want to take your vegetable garden to the next level, join us for a session presented by Kat Lavers. Learn how to get more produce with less effort and design a garden that provides food all year. You’ll discover the best planting times, how to spread out your harvest, and other tips for small urban gardens.
– Saturday 10 May, 2pm-3.30pm at Springvale Community Hub, 5 Hillcrest Grove, Springvale. Free event, registration required at greaterdandenong.vic.gov.au/greater-dandenong-council/events/sustainability-saturdays-advanced-gardeners-guide-growing-veggies
2A Frank Street Open Space launch
Live music performances, craft activities, roving children’s performers and giveaways. Meet the artists behind public artworks in Noble Park, check out the NPK Digital Trail and enjoy a free hot drink from the Noble Brew mobile coffee cart.
– Thursday 15 May, 10.30am-11.30am at Frank Street Open Space, 2A Frank Street, Noble Park.
Chai Time
Join us for a special afternoon of delicious connoisseur canapés, sweet treats, and premium tea, all while supporting Wellsprings for Women’s Emergency Relief Program.
– Saturday 17 May (note date has changed!), 2pm-5pm at Kennedy Hall, Killester College, 433 Springvale Rd, Springvale. RSVP by Thursday, 17 April.
Alex Wilkie Nature Reserve open day
Take a ranger-guided or self-guided tour along the Nature Trail through stunning bushland. Bring some food and enjoy the picnic facilities. Open to all ages.
– Sunday 18 May, 10am-5pm at Alex Wilkie Nature Reserve, Mackay Street, Springvale South. Free event.
Friends of the Red Cross Hallam
All welcome to our next meeting, with a friendly cupper.
– Tuesday 20 May, 10.30am at Hallam Community Learning Centre, 57 Kays Avenue, Hallam. Details: Robert Read, 0455 566 570
Broadway Legends concert
Cranbourne Chorale presents “Broadway Legends” with guest artists Teresa Ingrilli and Stephen Coutts. Afternoon tea included and served after the performance.
– 22 June 2.30pm at Cranbourne Community Theatre, Brunt Street, Cranbourne. Tickets: cranbournechorale.com.au/events, 0438 358 032 or at the door; $25/$20/under 12 $5.
Online banking for beginners.
Workshop designed to help learners understand how to make online payments and manage your bank accounts through apps and websites.
Mondays 6.30pm-8.30pm at Noble Park Community Centre, Memorial Drive, Noble Park; $20 per term.
Homeschool Enrichment Class
This class is designed to provide additional learning experiences outside of the standard homeschooling curriculum, with a focus on specific subjects and skills.
– Tuesdays 11.30am-1pm at Noble Park Community Centre, Memorial Drive, Noble Park; $5/session.
Citizenship Test Preparation
We will help you to improve your English and understand the questions and answers in the citizenship test.
– Thursdays 6.30pm-8.30pm at Noble Park Community Centre, Memorial Drive, Noble Park; $20/term.
9 by 5 exhibition
Artists from around Australia present their creativity on panels measuring nine inches by five inches in a wide variety of styles.
– Mondays-Fridays until 5 May, 10am-4pm (and select Saturdays 8 March, 22 March and 5 April, 10.30am-2.30pm) at Drum Theatre, corner Walker and Lonsdale streets, Dandenong. Free event.
“WE” – Women’s Empowerment Workshops
Developed for disadvantaged women in Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) communities in Dandenong. The workshops are designed to enhance social cohesion and self-advocacy in a fun and supportive environment. Topics around personal welbeing such as fitness, nutrition, finance, mindfulness, and creative art.
– Wednesdays 10.30am-12.30pm at Paddy O’Donoghue Centre, 18-34 Buckley Street, Noble Park. Free event. Details: Rachel, 0491 144 836 or rachelw@adec.org.au
Register at greaterdandenong.vic.gov.au/greater-dandenong-council/events/we-womens-empowerment-workshops
Multicultural Anxiety Support Group
Inclusive and confidential space for people of varying ethnic and cultural backgrounds who experience persistent anxiety. Regular meetings held online on Zoom, with friendly volunteers.
– First Monday of each month, 6pm-7.30pm. Free event, register at greaterdandenong.vic.gov.au/greater-dandenong-council/events/multicultural-anxiety-support-group
Conversation Corner
The Conversation Corner is a safe space to share stories and build new connections. Anyone is welcome to join, no bookings required, and newcomers are welcome anytime.
– Wednesdays 1pm at Noble Park Community Centre, Memorial Drive. Free event.
All Abilities Garden
Become a part of the team that cultivates our brand new All Abilities Garden. You will plan, grow, and take care of the wonderful garden designed by members of the disability community for people of all abilities.
– Tuesdays 1pm at Noble Park Community Centre, Memorial Drive. Free event.
We Built This City
Come and see stories behind Greater Dandenong’s favourite heritage places through short videos, historic objects, photographs and oral histories from Council and local historical society collections.
– Wednesdays and Thursdays (excluding public holidays) until 18 May 2025 at Benga, Heritage Hill Museum and Historic Gardens, 66 McCrae Street, Dandenong. Free event.
Sandown Probus
Are you retired or semi-retired and would like to stay engaged and connected with others? Come along and see if you would like to join Sandown Probus Club. Enjoy the opportunity to make new friends, expand your interests, participate in the variety of activities and hear guest speakers on a wide range of subjects.
– 2nd Monday of each month at Club Noble, Moodemere Street, Noble Park. Details: probussouthpacific.org/microsites/sandown or Marion, 0458 660 016.
Soccer registrations open
Expressions of interest open for new players across all age groups at Springvale City Soccer Club – Miniroos 7-12, Juniors 13-16, Boys and Girls Youth 17-23, as well as mens and womens’ thirds, reserves and seniors. Miniroos and juniors training powered by No Limits Aquila Academy. Details: springvalecitysc.com.au/
Come Dance with Me – Line Dancing
Come along and learn tips and techniques to this line dancing activity. Learn it well and learn from scratch from patient instructor. Suitable and tailored for all ages. No partner necessary. Wear casual clothing, bring water bottle, closed shoes and positive attitude.
– Tuesdays from 5.45pm-6.30pm (school terms only) at Springers Leisure Centre, 400 Cheltenham Road, Keysborough; $10 prepaid classes / $15 casual attendance – a five-week package that can be repeated. Details: 0412 296 827 or mariepietersz@hotmail.com
Noble Park Probus
A warm invitation is extended to anyone in the local community who is aged 55 and over, not working full time to visit us with a view to becoming a member at Noble Park Combined Probus Club. Meets monthly for morning tea and an interesting guest speaker. Also special lunches, day trips and extended trips such as to Bright. We make sure we promote the Probus core values of ’Friendship, fellowship and fun’.
– first Monday of the month, 10am at Club Noble. Details: Roslyn, rgrassham07@gmail.com or 0410628249.
Dandenong senior activities
Dandenong over 60’s Club (but over 50s are welcome). Join us for fun and games.
– Mondays 1pm-4pm (except public holidays) at The Dandenong Club, cnr Stud and Heatherton roads. Details: Carol, 0431 755 466
Senior activities Keysborough
Keysborough & District Multicultural Senior Citizens Inc is an over 55s club with bingo on first, second and fourth Tuesday of the month ($3 entry and $1.50 per bingo book), live concerts with professional entertainers on third and fifth Tuesday of the month, line dancing on Wednesdays ($3 entry), Thursday ballroom dancing lessons (12.30pm-1pm) and ballroom dancing (1pm-3pm, $3 entry).
– 1pm-3pm Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays at the Rowley Allan Reserve 352 Cheltenham Road Keysborough. Tea and coffee provided. Details: Julie, 0428 561 694.
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 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.
