Portrait Drawing
Beginner-friendly in portrait drawing, with artist Ariel De Ramos. Materials provided. Library membership is required to register.
– Tuesday 20 January, 10.30am-12pm, Keysborough Community Hub 10 Villiers Road, Keysborough. Registration required at: https://greaterdandenong-events.bookable.net.au/#!/event-detail/ev_91d32be659514cd9ab61baaf2151c9f5
Charlie Sillypants
Fun, creative interactive show for children. Library membership is required to register.
-Tuesday 20 January, 2.30pm-3.30pm, Dandenong Library 225 Lonsdale Street, Dandenong. Free event, registration required at greaterdandenong-events.bookable.net.au/#!/event-detail/ev_8c1d2975a9f94d77956c0ec8e9698b3a
Puzzles and games
Bring the family and join in the fun with LEGO board games and puzzles suitable for families.
-Wednesday 21 January, 10:30am-12pm, Springvale Library 5 Hillcrest Grove, Springvale. Library membership required. Free event, registration required at greaterdandenong-events.bookable.net.au/#!/event-detail/ev_91df1bc67ba240aa8e9f2df501f68fa9
Slime workshop
Children will love getting hands-on to create fluffy and galaxy slimes guided by expert slime master. All supplies are included, from lab coats and glitter to containers for taking their slime home. Suitable for ages 6-13 years. All guardians are required to stay with their child throughout the session to assist with the workshop.
-Thursday 22 January, 2.30pm-3.30pm, Keysborough Community Hub 10 Villiers Rd, Keysborough. Free event, registration required at greaterdandenong-events.bookable.net.au/#!/event-detail/ev_cb1a63546de54e038fa566a770ec3769
Create a small masterpiece
Join professional artist Skye Petho in this hands-on workshop, so you can start creating your small masterpiece for the upcoming 9 by 5 art awards. Ask questions, get support, and dedicate this time to your small, but impactful, art. Suitable for all artistic levels. 18+ (this workshop is not suitable for children). Please bring your own art materials. Held online and in-person.
– Thursday 22 January, 6pm-9pm at Walker Street Gallery and Arts Centre, cnr Walker and, Robinson streets, Dandenong. Free event, bookings essential at greaterdandenong-events.bookable.net.au/#!/event-detail/ev_5a221b583e39461e8d163331566c0689
NGV Kids activities
Children are invited to explore the natural world through engaging in creative activities by contemporary artist, Olaf Breuning suitable for ages 5-12 years at Springvale Library.
-Friday 23 January, 10:30-11:30am at Springvale Library 5 Hillcrest Grove, Springvale. Free event, registration is required at greaterdandenong-events.bookable.net.au/#!/event-detail/ev_161e346f8a18499cbfeb4aba54a2651d
Silent Disco
Interactive games, dance-offs and plenty of great music suitable for ages 5-12 years.
– Friday 23 January, 2.30pm-3.30pm at Springvale Library, 5 Hillcrest Grove, Springvale. Library membership required. Free event, registration is required at greaterdandenong-events.bookable.net.au/#!/event-detail/ev_ee69d81e0dfd476683e3fb0960c4e6d0
Make Your Move fun run
Get ready to run, jog, walk or roll to conquer Dandenong Park’s 5-kilometre course at Greater Dandenong’s annual fun run. Meet behind the toilet block and briefing will be held in front of the stage area. Free sausage sizzle for registered participants.
– Saturday 24 January, 7.30am-9.30am at Dandenong Park, 42 Pultney Street, Dandenong. Free event, registrations required at surveymonkey.com/r/M8P7YBN
Polymer Clay Workshop
This beginner-friendly workshop will guide you through the process of shaping and designing your own unique clay creations. Perfect for earrings, pendants, or keychains. No prior experience needed.
-Tuesday 27 January, 10.30am -12pm, Dandenong Library 225 Lonsdale Street, Dandenong. Library membership required. Free event, registration is required at greaterdandenong-events.bookable.net.au/#!/event-detail/ev_297561b3621c483f872e421a15d6a7a7
Blooming Water Art
This free workshop offers new flower-themed designs and deeper creative techniques designed for those aged 16 and over.
-Thursday 29 January, 6.30pm-8pm, Keysborough Community Hub 10 Villiers Rd, Keysborough. Library membership required. Free event, registration required at greaterdandenong-events.bookable.net.au/#!/event-detail/ev_ef962a1f3a8c43a1985c4cc34ad6dd59
Reuse and Recycle Drop Off Day
The event gives you the opportunity to get rid of any larger unwanted household goods suitable for donating or electronic and household goods suitable for recycling. To avoid missing out, it is highly recommended for resident to attend as early as possible.
– Saturday 31 January 8am-1pm at Greaves Reserve, 20 Bennet Street, Dandenong. Free event. Details: 8571 1000 or greaterdandenong.vic.gov.au/recycle-day
History of Dandenong Town Hall
The Place To Be: Dandenong Town Hall exhibition is celebrating 135 years of the iconic venue —now cherished as the Drum Theatre— which has stood as a cornerstone of local life. Explore its remarkable journey through photographs, fashion, stories, and shared memories.
– Mondays to Fridays, 10am-4pm until 20 February at Drum Theatre, 226 Lonsdale Street, Dandenong and Wednesdays and Thursdays 10am-2pm at Heritage Hill Museum and Historic Gardens (Benga), 66 McCrae Street, Dandenong; free event.
Keysborough Probus Club
Probus Club invites retired or semi-retired seniors to join the club, offering outings, morning teas, film afternoons and friendships.
-First Thursday of the month, 10am at the South Eastern Masonic Centre, 270 Hutton Road, Keysborough. Contact: Judy Kemp 0429982422 or kempptr@bigpond.net.au
Free Social Knitwork
Come along and make new friends while building on skills, sharing patterns, stories and good times.
– Wednesdays 10am-12.30pm, Dandenong Library 225 Lonsdale Street, Dandenong. Registrations not required.
Indoor Pickleball
Casual, indoor pickleball sessions starting from Wednesday 28 January onwards. All equipment provided during this coach-free session.
– Mondays 5:30-6:30pm and Wednesdays 10am-11am at Olive Road Sporting Complex, 2 Frawley Road, Eumemmerring; free cost, or Sundays 12.30pm-2.30pm at Vickerman Building, Casey Stadium, Cranbourne; $6.20 for two hours. Bookings: trybooking.com/events/landing/1343237 (Olive Road) or 5996 6052 (Casey Stadium).
“WE” – Women’s Empowerment Workshops
Workshops designed to uplift and empower women from all backgrounds in a fun and supportive environment. Topics around personal welbeing such as Self Defence, Financial Independence, Bollywood dancing, Psychology and Japanese Ink Art.
– Wednesdays 10.30am-12.30pm at Paddy O’Donoghue Centre, 18-34 Buckley Street, Noble Park. Free event. Details: 0490 059 026 or kerry@adec.org.au
Register at https://forms.gle/XnfaMAUHPHqBYq5u5
Noble Park playgroup
Spend time with other parents, grandparents and guardians for social interaction as your children play. All families with children aged 0-5 are welcome no matter your circumstances, background or cultural identity. Please bring along a piece of fruit to share for afternoon tea, and watch as the kids enjoy our jumping castle, craft, library and numerous other toys.
– Wednesdays 9.30am at Noble Park Community Centre, Memorial Drive, Noble Park; $4 per session.
Laps & Lattes
Walk with a group around Ross Reserve to talk, stay fit, and enjoy a coffee and chat back at the Community Centre every Friday morning, a fun and social way to start the weekend.
– Fridays 9.30am at Noble Park Community Centre, Memorial Drive, Noble Park; free event.
Free mental health support
Mental Health and Wellbeing Local are offering free support at the Springvale Community Hub if you would like to talk to someone about your mental health and wellbeing. For people aged 26 years and over. You don’t need a referral, Medicare card or visa. Interpreters available. Walk-ins welcome.
– Mondays, 10am to 2pm at Springvale Community Hub (Meeting Room 2), 5 Hillcrest Grove, Springvale. Free event. Details: 8908 1800 or dandenonglocal@mindaustralia.org.au
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.
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.
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
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.
