What\’s On
SPECIAL guest speaker all the way from Perth Gerry O’Neill will discuss spirituality and the Francis Effect which will focus on Pope Francis.
– The Open Door, 110 Ann Street, Dandenong, Wednesday 29 July, 5.30pm to 6.30pm. Phone 9791 8664 to book a place. Suggested donation: $5
Come dance with me
FOR those looking for a new hobby, dance might be it. Nuline dance teaches choreographed routines to a wide variety of music genres – Latin, pop, Celtic, country and more. Those taking part will be able to dancercize and socialize their bodies and mind with all ages and levels. No partner or experience is required.
– Keysborough. For more details phone 0412 296 827.
Storyteller
ONE of Australia’s favourite storytellers Graeme Connors is performing live on stage with his legendary band in a two-hour performance celebrating 25 years since the release of his pioneering hit album North. Hear all the songs from North performed live together with a selection of number one chart hits from his 17 album catalogue.
– Drum Theatre, 226 Lonsdale Street, Dandenong, Saturday 1 August, 7.30pm. Visit www.drumtheatre.com.au or contact the box office on 8571 1666.
De-clutter therapy
GUEST speaker Carol Martyn also known as Dr De Clutter will be speaking about de-cluttering technology in support of the Smith Family’s learning for life program.
– Dandenong RSL 44-50 Clow Street, Dandenong, on Tuesday 11 August at 7pm. Bookings essential. For details phone Brigitte on 9795 1222.
Art show
THE Noble Park Community Centre and the Honourable Mark Dreyfus QC, MP invites visitors to the launch of the 2015 Noble Park Community Centre 10th Birthday Art Show and morning tea.
– Noble Park Community Centre. Ross Reserve, Memorial Drive, Noble Park, on Thursday 23 July at 10.30am. Book by 3 July on 9547 5801 or at info@nobleparkcommunitycentre.org.au.
Meditation retreat day
THE Open Door group is holding a winter meditation retreat day to connect people with their inner silence, stillness and movement led by Ellie Chatto.
Moving towards the winter solstice can be a period for inward reflection, rest and cultivating a sense of calm.
Paying attention to dreams is also associated with introspection and receptivity which provides participants with an opportunity to process them through creative activities and writing.
– Open Door, 110 Ann Street, Dandenong, on Sunday 2 August from 9.30am to 2.30pm. Suggested donation $10 which includes a light lunch.
Home Here Now exhibition
HOME Here Now is an exhibition that aims to celebrate the vision and voices of now established Australian artists who arrived in Australia from another culture. Some of these artists arrived as refugees. Artists include Rubaba Haider, Kosar Majani, Khaled Sabsabi, Hossein Valamanesh, Guan Wei and Gosia Wlodarczak.
– Walker Street Gallery and Arts Centre, corner Robinson and Walker streets, Dandenong. The exhibition will run until 1 August. Entry is free. Gallery hours are Monday to Friday 11am to 5pm and Saturday 11am to 3pm.
Relay for Life
THE City of Greater Dandenong’s 2015 Relay for Life is already in planning and the team is hoping to get new members to raise money for the Cancer Council.
– Saturday 10 October, 3pm start to Sunday 11 October 9am finish. Ross Reserve Athletics Track, Memorial Drive, Noble Park.
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. Phone Youth Services on 9793 2155 for more information.
Teen tales
WATCH a teen film at the Dandenong Civic Centre. Teenage films are shown two days a week throughout June and July.
– Dandenong Civic Square, 225 Lonsdale Street, Dandenong. Open air event. Every Monday and Friday throughout June and July from 2.30pm. Seats are limited. For more information visit ATOM Awards 2015 website.
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 Street, 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.
Ballroom dancing
JOIN in the social mixed styles of ballroom dancing at the Burden Park Bowling Club.
There is ballroom dancing every Monday from 6.30pm to 10pm, and every fifth Saturday there is dancing from 1pm to 5pm and ballroom from 8pm to 11pm.
BYO supper, drinks and glasses.
– Burden Park Bowling Club, corner Heatherton and Springvale roads, Springvale South. Mondays are $5 per person and Saturdays are $8 per person. Phone June on 9798 1784 or Ray on 9547 1907 for more information.
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. Call 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.
