Community Calendar is made available free of charge to not-for-profit organisations to keep the public informed of special events and activities. Send item details to Star Community Calendar, 17 Assembly Dr, Tullamarine, 3043, or email to star@starnewsgroup.com.au.
Deadline for copy and announcements
is noon Wednesday.
Hobsons Bay Men’s Shed
THE group is planning to hold a health and well-being discussion. Expressions of interest should be made to Sokrates: 9398 1166 or Bill: 8307 8872. Date to be advised.
Diabetes support WEST GATE diabetes support group meets first Tuesday of the month at Altona Bowling club, Civic Parade, Altona, 10am till noon. Inquiries: Elaine 9025 0695.
Friendship Group FRIENDSHIP Group for singles over 45 meet Wednesday evenings for coffee and chat, social activities at the weekend. Established in 2000. Inquiries: Better 9369 3605 or Graham 9315 1532.
New City Band home THE Hobsons Bay City Band is looking to recruit brass, percussion and wind instrument players. The Band has relocated and now rehearses every Monday from 7pm to 9.30pm at the Newport Lakes Primary School, Elizabeth St, Newport. Inquiries: Lesley on 0403 851 076 or email hbcb@bigpond.com or check URL www.hbcb.org.au
Courses in Willy COURSES at Williamstown Community and Education Centre – New Term 3. Brochure now available. New courses in computers, sewing, cooking for children and adults as well as Wellbeing Thru Art for Adults 55+ years plus our continuing programs in pilates, yoga and art and computers will commence in August. Child Care is provided for courses running Tuesday mornings and afternoons and Thursday and Friday mornings. Inquiries: Jenny on 9397 6168.
Louis Joel Centre CALL in for the Term 3 brochure at the Louis Joel Arts and Community Centre or check our website www.louisjlcc.com.au for a great variety of activities. Inquiries: 9398 2511.
Painting classes PAINTING classes are being conducted at Williamstown Community and Education Centre. Come and socialise in a friendly art environment on Thursday mornings or join our yoga or pilates weekly morning sessions. Childcare is available at minimal cost. New term three brochures available late June. Inquiries: Jenny 9397 6168..
Computer classes
LEARN how to use a computer and discover the internet. Find out how to blog, how to shop online and how to keep your children safe in cyberspace. These and other free and low cost computer classes are available in the welcoming environment of Hobsons Bay Libraries.
Volunteers wanted INTERCHANGE Western is recruiting volunteers to support families caring for a child with a disability. Can you help once a month for a few hours a day or overnight in your own home? Inquiries: Wendy or Sally on 9396 1111.
Health information and support HAVE some fun, make new friends and learn new skills. Sunrise Women’s Group invites women with a disability to monthly health information and support groups at Laverton and Werribee. Inquiries: Lindy 9689 9588 or email Linda@whwest.org.au
Children’s activities CHILDREN’S activities at the Louis Joel Arts and Community Centre includes art activities, Prep for Prep and dramawerks. Expressions of interest required for Mini Maestros in 3rd term. Inquiries: 9398 2511.
Leisure courses OUTLETS Community Centre runs many educational and leisure courses for adults. Join in at any time, Term 2 courses are up and running. For a detailed course program call 9391 8504 or drop in at 43 Mason St, Newport.
Writing Group SCRIBBLERS Writing Group meets on the first Wednesday of the month at The Louis Joel Centre, Sargood St. Altona from 1-3pm. Inquiries: Jo on 9369 5272.