Wednesday, 25 November 2009
to Tuesday, 1 December 2009
“Home” is where the HeArt is ADEC ArtAbility™ Exhibition. 80 ethnic artists of all ages with origins from Syria, Poland, Vietnam, China and more, will unite at a special art exhibition to be staged at Federation Square during.
“ADEC ArtAbility™ is a free exhibition which provides children and adults who are living with cerebral palsy, depression, physical and a broad range of disabilities the opportunity to shine, by engaging thousands of people through their artwork and creativity.
LOCATION: Atrium Foyer, Federation Square, City CONTACT NAME: Emma Joughin PHONE: 95341285 EMAIL: emma.nicolaarchercommunications@gmail.com WEB: http://www.adec.org.au
Housing - The Art of Community
Tuesday, 1 December 2009
to Sunday, 6 December 2009
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
In 1943 Abraham Maslow theorised that in order for the person to reach their full potential, some basic needs had to be met. This exhibition celebrates the most fundamental need of shelter as having a place that one can call home, is where dreams are born.
To celebrate Housing Week, several community housing tenants came together to produce raw art for this exhibition and to share with you their thoughts and feelings and their life’s passions.
Housing – the Art of Community will graciously be supported by local artists from the studios of Mream.
LOCATION: Dancing Dog Cafe CONTACT NAME: Klaus Lange PHONE: 0402354157 EMAIL: klaus@ych.org.au
TRUGO TRAINING
Tuesday, 1 December 2009
10:30 AM - 3:00 PM
Every Tuesday at 10.30am
LOCATION: Yarraville Senior Citizens Centre CONTACT NAME: John McMahon PHONE: 93146324
Identifying and Retaining your Organisations Talent
Wednesday, 2 December 2009
7:30 AM - 9:30 AM
Our presenter Peter Hosie has over 27 years experience in the Training, Development and Assessment Industry. This session will provide you with information on Talent Management and give you some insight on how to retain your talent and identify your future leaders. Light breakfast provided.
LOCATION: Leadership Management Australia, Suite 314, 1 Thomas Holmes Street, Maribyrnong
Information Session: Kindergarten changes in the City of Maribyrnong
Wednesday, 2 December 2009
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
By 2013, every child across Australia will be able to attend 15 hours of early childhood education before beginning school.
The early childhood education reform is the result of the Council of Australian Government’s National Partnerships Agreement on Early Childhood Education. The Federal Government has committed $210.6 million to Victoria to accommodate the changes.
Over the next four years Council will work with the community to ensure children in the City of Maribyrnong will be able to access the required kindergarten hours under the reform.
The session will include an overview of the reform and discussion on the approach for planning and achieving the increase in hours and capacity across the City of Maribyrnong.
LOCATION: Maribyrnong City Council, Community Wellbeing Meeting Rooms 1 & 2, Corner Hyde and Napier Streets, Footscray CONTACT NAME: Sue Smith PHONE: 9688 0122 EMAIL: sue.smith@maribyrnong.vic.gov.au
International Day of People with a Disability
Thursday, 3 December 2009
12:00 NOON - 2:00 PM
On 3 December every year International Day of People with Disability (IDPwD) is celebrated worldwide recognising the achievements and contributions of people with disability. IDPwD brings together people with disability and the general community and aims to showcase the skills, abilities, contributions and achievements of people with disability.
In recognition of IDPwD, Maribyrnong City Council is celebrating the achievements of community members of all abilities with a FREE event full of singing, comedy and arts.
Come along and hear renowned comedienne Stella Young as well as the outstanding singers of the Yarraville Community Choir. Then take it up a notch with some feet tapping, finger snapping swing music from the Fabulous Baylor Brothers as well as the premiere of DVD 'For Art's Sake' highlighting the 'Snapshots of Maribyrnong' the first MetroAccess project in the City of Maribyrnong.
LOCATION: Reception Room, Council Offices, cnr Hyde and Napier Streets, Footscray CONTACT NAME: Christine Stevens, Diversity Support Officer PHONE: 9688 0453 EMAIL: christine.stevens@maribyrnong.vic.gov.au WEB: http://www.idpwd.com.au
Food Safety Training Lev 1 and or Lev 2
Friday, 4 December 2009
Food Safety Training - Training and Assessment provided by CFT International RTO 21120 Level 1 SITXOHS002A – Hospitality, HLTFS207B – Health, FDFCORFSY1A – Food Processing Friday 4 December 9.00am-1.00pm A Nationally Accredited Certificate course for those who are working in or pursuing a career in Community and Health Services, in food processing, food hospitality and packaging industries.
Level 2 SITXFSA001A – Hospitality, HLTFS310B - Health, FDFCORFSY2A – Food Processing Friday 4 December 1.30pm-5.30pm Designed for the Food Safety Supervisor, Level 1 training is a pre-requisite. Cost Level 1 $95 Level 2 $115
LOCATION: 114 Blackwood St Yarraville 3013 CONTACT NAME: Sue Paligorova PHONE: 9687 1560 EMAIL: yarracc@ycc.net.au
Using eBay
Saturday, 5 December 2009
10:00 AM - 12:00 NOON
A one-day workshop in using eBay to sell and purchase items for sale by auction over the Internet. This course will also introduce you to other online services. Cost: $22 con $20
LOCATION: Yarraville Community Centre 114 Balckwood St Yarraville CONTACT NAME: Sue Paligorova PHONE: 039687 1560 EMAIL: yarracc@ycc.net.au
Water Safety Day @ Maribyrnong Aquatic Centre - MAC
Sunday, 6 December 2009
12:00 NOON - 4:00 PM
Learn some vital skills to keep safe in the water this summer.
CPR practice and information sessions •12 years and over at 12.30pm bookings req. •Resuscitate-a-Mate 8 – 12 years at 1.45pm – bookings req. •Water safety simulations •Survival and swimming in low or no visibility conditions •Capsized watercraft or confined spaces •Survival and swimming in rips, currents and waves
Pool inflatable activities will open for use from 3pm – 4pm
Every Tuesday at 10.30am
LOCATION: Yarraville Senior Citizens Centre CONTACT NAME: John McMahon PHONE: 93146324
SUMMER PARTY with Police Band (Older Adults)
Thursday, 10 December 2009
FREE - BYO Lunch
LOCATION: Maribyrnong Community Centre, Randall Street, Maribyrnong CONTACT NAME: Mary Jo Quenette PHONE: 96880342 EMAIL: mary.j.quenette@maribyrnong.vic.gov.au
Christmas Shopping for Older Adults
Tuesday, 15 December 2009
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
FREE - community transport for eligible residents. Bookings required
LOCATION: Central West, Ashley Street, Braybrook CONTACT NAME: Mary Jo Quenette PHONE: 96880342 EMAIL: mary.j.quenette@maribyrnong.vic.gov.au
TRUGO TRAINING
Tuesday, 15 December 2009
10:30 AM - 3:00 PM
Every Tuesday at 10.30am
LOCATION: Yarraville Senior Citizens Centre CONTACT NAME: John McMahon PHONE: 93146324
Christmas Shopping for Older Adults
Tuesday, 15 December 2009
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Free - community transport for eligible residents. Bookings required.
LOCATION: Central West, Ashley Street, Braybrook CONTACT NAME: Mary Jo Quenette PHONE: 96880342 EMAIL: mary.j.quenette@maribyrnong.vic.gov.au
Music, Cruise and BBQ for Older Adults
Friday, 18 December 2009
$10 for cruise and barbecue. Bookings required.
LOCATION: Pipemakers Park, Warrs Road, Maribyrnong CONTACT NAME: Mary Jo Quenette PHONE: 96880342 EMAIL: mary.j.quenette@maribyrnong.vic.gov.au
Christmas Lunch and Show for Older Adults
Monday, 21 December 2009
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Rick Charles show at Yarraville Club $10 for lunch and show. Bookings required for lunch - call 96894529
LOCATION: Stephens Street, Yarraville CONTACT NAME: Mary Jo Quenette PHONE: 9688 0342 EMAIL: mary.j.quenette@maribyrnong.vic.gov.au
Altona Cemetery Visit for Older Adults
Tuesday, 22 December 2009
Bookings required for $6.25 lunch. FREE community transport for eligible residents. Bookings required for transport and lunch.
LOCATION: Altona Cemetery CONTACT NAME: Mary Jo Quenette PHONE: 96880342 EMAIL: mary.j.quenette@maribyrnong.vic.gov.au
Footscray Cemetery Visit for Older Adults
Tuesday, 22 December 2009
Bookings required for $6.25 lunch FREE community transport for eligible residents. Bookings required for transport and lunch
LOCATION: Footscray Cemetery CONTACT NAME: Mary Jo Quenette PHONE: 96880342 EMAIL: mary.j.quenette@maribyrnong.vic.gov.au
Christmas Shopping for Older Adults
Tuesday, 22 December 2009
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
FREE - community transport for eligible residents. Bookings required
LOCATION: Central West, Ashley Street, Braybrook CONTACT NAME: Mary Jo Quenette PHONE: 96880342 EMAIL: mary.j.quenette@maribyrnong.vic.gov.au
TRUGO TRAINING
Tuesday, 22 December 2009
10:30 AM - 3:00 PM
Every Tuesday at 10.30am
LOCATION: Yarraville Senior Citizens Centre CONTACT NAME: John McMahon PHONE: 93146324
Werribee Rose Garden Visit for older adults
Tuesday, 29 December 2009
BYO Lunch or purchase picnic lunch from $8.90 Free Community transport for eligible residents. Bookings required.
LOCATION: Werribee Rose Garden CONTACT NAME: Mary Jo Quenette PHONE: 96880342 EMAIL: mary.j.quenette@maribyrnong.vic.gov.au
Altona Cemetery Visit for Older Adults
Tuesday, 29 December 2009
Bookings required for $6.25 lunch. FREE community transport for eligible residents. Bookings required for transport and lunch.
LOCATION: Altona Cemetery CONTACT NAME: Mary Jo Quenette PHONE: 96880342 EMAIL: mary.j.quenette@maribyrnong.vic.gov.au
Footscray Cemetery Visit for Older Adults
Tuesday, 29 December 2009
Bookings required for $6.25 lunch FREE community transport for eligible residents. Bookings required for transport and lunch
LOCATION: Footscray Cemetery CONTACT NAME: Mary Jo Quenette PHONE: 96880342 EMAIL: mary.j.quenette@maribyrnong.vic.gov.au
TRUGO TRAINING
Tuesday, 29 December 2009
10:30 AM - 3:00 PM
Every Tuesday at 10.30am
LOCATION: Yarraville Senior Citizens Centre CONTACT NAME: John McMahon PHONE: 93146324
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