What’s On

Cemetery tour
JOIN the free annual tour of the rich military history of Springvale Botanical Cemetery and the Springvale War Cemetery within the grounds of Springvale Botanical Cemetery on Anzac Day.
– Meet at Cafe Vita at 11.45 am on 25 April. Further details 8558 8210.
Farm swap
MYUNA Farm hosts a produce swap on the second Saturday of every month.
Residents can swap their excess home-grown produce with other participants. There’s no money exchanged – just items swapped.
– Myuna Farm, 182 Kidds Road, Doveton. Saturday 14 May, 9am to 10am. Call 9706 9944 for more information.
Green thumbs
THE Springvale Garden Club’s guest speaker this month is Kathleen Lawson – a chiropractor who’ll tell guests how to look after themselves while gardening.
New members are welcome.
– Springvale Senior Citizens Hall, The Crescent, Springvale. Wednesday 20 April, 7.30pm for an 8pm start. The $2 entry fee covers door prizes, supper and a trading table. Call Cheryl Johnson on 9551 3197 for more information.
Ultimate ABBA Show
GOLD is the name of the newest ABBA tribute show to hit Dandenong.
– Drum Theatre, corner Lonsdale and Walker streets, Dandenong. Saturday 14 May, 8pm. Tickets are priced from $49.90. Visit www.drumtheatre.com.au or call 8571 1666.
Alex Wilkie Nature Reserve
DISCOVER the natural beauty of Alex Wilkie Nature Reserve at open days held every Friday and the third Sunday of the month.
Take a picnic and wander the grounds to view a variety of flora and fauna. Park rangers are available for guided tours.
– Alex Wilkie Nature Reserve, Mackay Street, Springvale South.
Family fun at the library
PLAYING with Lego, chess, puzzles and games together can improve literacy, numeracy, spatial awareness, socially appropriate behaviour and fair play.
A parent or carer must accompany children to this free activity. Sessions are not held during school or public holidays.
– Springvale Library, 411 Springvale Road, Springvale. Saturdays, 11am to noon. Dandenong Library, 225 Lonsdale Street, Dandenong. Fridays, 4pm to 5pm. Call 1300 630 920 for more information.
Fusion Theatre
THIS is a company of performers of different abilities based in Dandenong.
It started as a drama group in 1997 and now has three performance ensembles.
Members collaborate with professional theatre makers to devise theatre performances based on their ideas, stories and imagination.
– Walker Street Gallery and Arts Centre, corner Robinson and Walker streets, Dandenong. Wednesdays from 10am to noon and 5pm to 7pm. Email jo.raphael@deakin.edu.au or call 0407 301 378 for more information.
The Social Knitwork
KNIT, make new friends, develop new skills and share patterns, stories and good times.
The sessions are free and no bookings are required.
– Level 2, Dandenong Library, 225 Lonsdale Street, Dandenong. Wednesdays during school terms, 10.30am.
Support for diabetics
THE Dandenong and District Diabetic Support Group meets on the second Tuesday of the month.
Participants share information, have a chat, provide support and meet other people facing the same situation.
– Room 3, Paddy O’Donoghue Centre, 18-34 Buckley Street, Noble Park. Tuesdays, 2pm. Call Lesley Jarutis on 9546 2346 or email lesleyj941@hotmail.com for more information.
Library Storytime
ENJOY free storytime designed to help children aged three and over to develop their imagination and vocabulary.
– Springvale Library, 411 Springvale Road, Springvale, and Dandenong Library, 225 Lonsdale Street, Dandenong. Thursdays during school terms, 10.30am. Call 1300 630 920 for more information.
Library Toddler Time
LISTENING to stories helps children develop their imagination and vocabulary.
These free sessions are for children aged two to three years old.
– Springvale Library, 411 Springvale Road, Springvale. Dandenong Library, 225 Lonsdale Street, Dandenong. Mondays during school terms at 10.30am.
Neighbourhood Watch
PUBLIC forum and information night hosted by Greater Dandenong Neighbourhood Watch. Guest speaker is Mark Carter from the City of Greater Dandenong youth services team. Police will also be there to answer questions.
– Wednesday 18 May, 7.30pm, Paddy O’Donoghue Centre, 18 Buckley Street, Noble Park. Inquiries 0407 325 030
Learning centre
Bookings now being taken for term two for daytime and evening classes at the Keysborough Learning Centre.
Courses include first aid (CPR and HLTAID004), English (all levels, accredited and pre-accredited); certificate three in early childhood education and care, certificate three in aged care, certificate three in business administration (medical).
The centre also offers English classes, beginners to advanced learners. Build skills in speaking, reading, writing and listening. Courses available for all levels. Free level assessment and placement advice.
– Keysborough Learning Centre. Phone 9798 7005 or email info@klckeys.com.au.
Music at the market
DANDENONG Market is hosting live music on Sundays.
– Dandenong Market, corner Cleeland and Clow streets, Dandenong. Sunday 24 April, 11am to 2pm.
Conversation Circle
MAKE new friends while practising English in a friendly, relaxed and safe environment.
– Dandenong Library, 225 Lonsdale Street, Dandenong. Thursdays during school terms, 6pm to 7.30pm. Low to intermediate English required. No booking required. Tuesdays during school terms, 6pm to 7.30pm. Advanced English and prior assessment and booking required. Call 1300 630 920 or see library staff.