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| Mini Chefs
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Wednesday, May 15, 2013
to Wednesday, June 05, 2013
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
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A four week class suitable for children 6 - 12 years who love cooking or would like to learn cooking skills. Maximum 10 children per session.
Bring along an apron and two containers to each class.
Cost: $60 (includes ingredients)
LOCATION: Maribyrnong Community Centre
CONTACT NAME: Maribyrnong Community Centre PHONE: 0390324305
EMAIL: maricomm@maribyrnong.vic.gov.au
WEB: http://www.maribyrnong.vic.gov.au/Page/
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| Climate Change and Religion: an Interfaith Gathering.
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Monday, May 20, 2013
5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
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Join the Brimbank and Maribyrnong Interfaith Network for a FREE evening of workshops about faith and the environment and a light dinner.
Participants will have the opportunity to:
• discuss and share their relationship with their faith and the environment
• learn how people of a range of faiths consider the environment and climate change
• hear about Brimbank City Council’s project exploring the knowledge, skills and practices relating to sustainability in local Burmese, Indian, Sudanese and Vietnamese communities
• view the short film “Living with Climate Change”, featuring some Network Committee members
• hear a report on the Network’s 2012-13 activities
• welcome the new 2013-14 Network Committee
All community members and agencies welcome (bookings essential for catering purposes.
To RSVP, please contact Maxine this week on 9249 4814 or email info@bmin.org.au
LOCATION: Reception Room, Maribyrnong City Council Town Hall, Cnr Hyde and Napier Streets, Footscray
CONTACT NAME: Maxine Grierson PHONE: 0392494814
EMAIL: info@bmin.org.au
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| Indian Cooking Workshop – Vegetarian dishes
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Tuesday, May 21, 2013
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
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In this workshop you will observe how to make various Indian vegetarian dishes, you will also assist in the cooking process & pick up some great advice & techniques along the way. BYO container to take some samples home.
Cost: $40
LOCATION: Yarraville Community Centre
CONTACT NAME: Kate PHONE: 0396871560
EMAIL: info@ycc.net.au
WEB: http://www.ycc.net.au
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| Inspiration & Mood Board Creation
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Wednesday, May 22, 2013
to Thursday, May 23, 2013
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Wednesday 22 May 10.00am – 1.00pm (1 session) Or Thursday 23 May 6.30pm – 9.30pm (1 session)
Learn how to create a mood board & understand your own design style to implement into your own home. You will learn how to draw ideas out & how to create images to tell a story on paper.
Cost: $84 / Con $82
LOCATION: Yarraville Communty Centre
CONTACT NAME: Kate PHONE: 0396871560
EMAIL: info@ycc.net.au
WEB: http://www.ycc.net.au
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| Vietnamese Cooking Workshop – Pho
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Wednesday, May 22, 2013
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
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Learn to make your very own Vietnamese Pho. Pho (pronounced phur) is a deceivingly light, super fragrant soup eaten by many Australians and is a Vietnamese favourite. Van and Vy will show you how to make a quality stock (both chicken & beef) with cinnamon, star anise and cardamom pods. Learn to make one of Vietnamese people's favourite meals to eat at home. Take home some secrets for your next home cooked meal!
Cost: $40
LOCATION: Yarraville Community Centre
CONTACT NAME: Kate PHONE: 0396871560
EMAIL: info@ycc.net.au
WEB: http://www.ycc.net.au
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| Starting School Information Evening
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Wednesday, May 22, 2013
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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Presentations from early childhood consultants and educators and a panel of early childhood practioners to answer questions.
LOCATION: Reception Room - Town Hall Maribyrnong City Council cnr Hyde and Napier Sts Footscray
PHONE: 0396880200
EMAIL: infoearlyyears@maribyrnong.vic.gov.au
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| National Reconciliation Week
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Thursday, May 23, 2013
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Join the reconciliation conversation this year with the Maribyrnong Reconciliation Group. Celebrate the rich culture and history of the First Australians and reflect on the shared histories and achievements Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians have made towards reconciliation.
LOCATION: Various
WEB: http://www.reconciliation.org.au
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| Toy & Doll Making – An Introduction
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Thursday, May 23, 2013
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
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Thursday 23 May 6.00pm – 9.00pm (1 session)
Enjoy the pleasure of seeing your child play with toys which you have made. Using simple hand stitching and pure wool felt you will begin your journey into the world of hand-made toys and dolls. In this workshop you will complete a simple animal and small pocket doll to take home.
Cost: $40 / Con $35
LOCATION: Yarraville Community Centre
CONTACT NAME: Kate PHONE: 0396871560
EMAIL: info@ycc.net.au
WEB: http://www.ycc.net.au
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| Introduction to Home Brewing
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Thursday, May 23, 2013
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
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Learn how to make incredible and inexpensive beer at home. You will be shown how to make beer with basic equipment from your home. Save money and make friends with the "intro to home brewing" course. Objectives covered include, the origin/history of beer, understanding of different home brewing styles, difference between Ales and Lagers, brewing basics & equipment sterilization
Cost: $50 / Con $45
LOCATION: Yarraville Community Centre
CONTACT NAME: Kate PHONE: 0396871560
EMAIL: info@ycc.net.au
WEB: http://www.ycc.net.au
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| Free Seminar - Understanding Children's Behaviour
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Thursday, May 23, 2013
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
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Early Childhood Management Services (ECMS) invites all parents to attend a free seminar on "Understanding Childrens Behaviour".
The session will be presented by Shona Bass, Director of Early Life Foundations.
At this session Shona will provide you with valuable information about understanding, and practical strategies for managing your child’s/ children’s behaviour. Shona has worked in the education sector for thirty years and completed her PhD at the University of Melbourne, specialising in children’s growth and development.
LOCATION: Whitten Oval, Meeting Room, Footscray
CONTACT NAME: Eva PHONE: 0384811125
EMAIL: ebrennan@ecms.org.au
WEB: http://ucbfootscray.eventbrite.com.au
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| National Walk Safely to School Day
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Friday, May 24, 2013
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Walk Safely to School Day is an annual, national event that encourages all primary school students to walk safely, and commute actively, to school. Now in its fourteenth year, this community event promotes better attitudes to road safety, health, public transport and the environment. Parents and carers are encouraged to walk their children to school on Friday 24 May 2013. For more info and to discover the best walking route to your school visit: www.walk.com.au.
WEB: http://www.walk.com.au
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| How to Write a Great Blog 2 – Writing Blog Content
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Saturday, May 25, 2013
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Saturday 25 May 10.00am – 1.00pm (1 session)
All you wanted to know about how to write great content for your blog, continuous writing and the importance of regular posts. This is a great workshop if you have already have an existing blog &are wanting to improve it or have completed our How to write a great blog – setting up course.
Cost: $36 / Con $32
LOCATION: Yarraville Community Centre
CONTACT NAME: Kate PHONE: 0396871560
EMAIL: info@ycc.net.au
WEB: http://www.ycc.net.au
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| Jam, Pickles & Preserves
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Saturday, May 25, 2013
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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This fun, hands-on workshop incorporates the basics of pickling and preserving, including preparation, jar sterilisation, setting points and bottling. Using local seasonal produce (including stone fruit, tomatoes, capsicums and chillies), we'll discuss the role of these techniques in reducing food waste and making what we eat last longer. Bring along an apron and bag to take home your creations
Cost: $50 / Con $45
LOCATION: Yarraville Community Centre
CONTACT NAME: Kate PHONE: 0396871560
EMAIL: info@ycc.net.au
WEB: http://www.ycc.net.au
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| Toy & Doll Making – An Introduction
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Saturday, May 25, 2013
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Saturday 25 May 10.30am – 1.30pm (1 session)
Enjoy the pleasure of seeing your child play with toys which you have made. Using simple hand stitching and pure wool felt you will begin your journey into the world of hand-made toys and dolls. In this workshop you will complete a simple animal and small pocket doll to take home.
Cost: $40 / Con $35
LOCATION: Yarraville Community Centre
CONTACT NAME: Kate PHONE: 0396871560
EMAIL: info@ycc.net.au
WEB: http://www.ycc.net.au
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| Cordial & Ginger Beer Making
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Saturday, May 25, 2013
1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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Seasonal fruits and herbs have long been recognised for their flavours and health-giving benefits. Learn to make homemade lemonade, ginger beer and other tasty drinks in this fun, hands on workshop. Please bring along one or two clean, dry & sterilized 1.25l soft drink bottles. The workshop includes recipes and handmade products to take home.
Cost: $45 / Con $40
LOCATION: Yarraville Community Centre
CONTACT NAME: Kate PHONE: 0396871560
EMAIL: info@ycc.net.au
WEB: http://www.ycc.net.au
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| Introduction to Computers - Intensive
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Monday, May 27, 2013
to Friday, May 31, 2013
10:00 AM - 3:30 PM
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Monday 27, Tuesday 28, Thursday 30 & Friday 31 May 10.00am – 3.30pm (4 sessions)
Designed for complete beginners – in this intensive course, after four weeks, you’ll feel confident and able to find your way around the computer. Learn to create new documents, email, save your work, use the internet, maintain online security and shop online. You’ll also learn the basics of social media (Facebook, Twitter, Skype etc). No experience needed, ideal for older learners & people seeking employment. BYO lunch.
Cost: $99.40 / Con $70.60
LOCATION: Yarraville Community Centre
CONTACT NAME: Kate PHONE: 0396871560
EMAIL: info@ycc.net.au
WEB: http://www.ycc.net.au
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| Home Decorating 101
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Tuesday, May 28, 2013
to Tuesday, June 04, 2013
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Tuesday 28 May 10.00am – 1.00pm (2 sessions)
Learn about & express your own interior design style in this innovative workshop! You will learn how to use simple tricks of the decorating trade to transform your home. Perfect for the beginner home decorator or if you are decorating on a budget. You will be creating a bedroom & making a story board to show your selections.
Cost: $135 / Con $130
LOCATION: Yarraville Community Centre
CONTACT NAME: Kate PHONE: 0396871560
EMAIL: info@ycc.net.au
WEB: http://www.ycc.net.au
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| Yarraville Healthy Ageing Expo
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Wednesday, May 29, 2013
9:30 AM - 2:30 PM
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Morning Tea 9.30am
More than a dozen Healthy Ageing information stalls
Wicked Widows - A 40 minute comedy about three widows!
Lunch
Tom Hafey - AFL supercoach and motivational lifestyle speaker
Gabrielle Parbo's Variety Show
1.15 - 2.30pm
LOCATION: Yarraville Senior Citizens Centre, 49 Fehon Street, Yarraville
CONTACT NAME: Community Wellbeing PHONE: 0396880342
EMAIL: gabbi.finlay@maribyrnong.vic.gov.au
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| Vietnamese Cooking Workshop – Dumplingss
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Wednesday, May 29, 2013
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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Learn the basics of making super delicious dumplings with Van & Vy. Whether you like them steamed, pan fried or in hot broth, dumplings are real crowd pleasers and been around for thousands of years. If you have always wanted to learn to make dumplings, here is your chance.
Cost: $25
LOCATION: Yarraville Community Centre
CONTACT NAME: Kate PHONE: 0396871560
EMAIL: info@ycc.net.au
WEB: http://www.ycc.net.au
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| Information session about the rail noise policy
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Thursday, May 30, 2013
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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The Regional Rail Link Authority (RRLA) is applying the Victorian Government’s new ‘Passenger Rail Infrastructure Noise’ policy, to consider locations where future rail noise may need to be addressed.
This public meeting will address how the noise policy will be implemented to the Regional Rail Link project.
LOCATION: Dancing Dog, 42A Albert Street, Footscray
WEB: http://www.regionalraillink.vic.gov.au/home
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| Understanding Colour
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Thursday, May 30, 2013
to Thursday, June 06, 2013
6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
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Thursday 30 May 6.30pm – 9.30pm (2 sessions)
This workshop will teach you about colour theories, principles & elements as well as how to make the most of colours & the best way to use them in your own spaces. You will be making story boards with paint samples & images.
Cost: $135 / Con $130
LOCATION: Yarraville Community Centre
CONTACT NAME: Kate PHONE: 0396871560
EMAIL: info@ycc.net.au
WEB: http://www.ycc.net.au
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