What's On Issue 11: August - October

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eResources Online Databases

Access a world of information and recreation through our online databases. The collection includes the following databases and more: AMES English Online

Road to IELTS

Good Reading

Lynda

SpineOut magazine

PK*Mag

Who else writes like?

IndieFlix

Transparent Language Online Zinio Computer School

Your Tutor

Early Experiences in Australasia

Who next..?

Ancestry Library Edition is also available for use within the library only.

Download free eBooks and Audio books Access a large collection of downloadable eBooks and Audio books including classics, new releases, non-fiction and bestsellers for all ages.

Download wirelessly to your compatible eReader, iPad, smart phone, mp3 player, PC and laptop anytime, 24 hours a day. Simply browse, check out, download and enjoy!

KITE MAKING P2

HANNAH KENT P7

Workshops, Programs and Events

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Digital Literacy

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Meet the Author

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Children’s Programs

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School Holidays

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City of Marion libraries are vibrant, modern, community spaces that help thousands of people find all sorts of information.

You can also enjoy free events, classes, workshops and activities.

This edition of 'What’s On' gives you a guide to upcoming events and things to do at your local library throughout August, September and October 2016.

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Families 12 SMART PHONE PHOTOGRAPHY P5

OCTOBER SCHOOL HOLIDAYS P 10

City of Marion acknowledges that it is part of Kaurna land and recognises the Kaurna people as the traditional and continuing custodians of the land.

Marion Heritage Resource Centre

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Arts & Culture @ Marion

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Neighbourhood Centres

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Business Marion

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Workshops, Programs and Events 2

Vintage Teacup Pincushions Beat the winter blues by getting creative! Come and make a pincushion from a teacup.

Bringing together some vintage lace and doilies, and of course a lovely teacup and saucer to make a practical gift for yourself or a friend. We'll supply everything, just bring along your creativity!

Presented by Sue Freer, Sue's Upcycled Vintage Tuesday 16 August, 10.30am–12.30pm Park Holme Library Duncan Avenue, PARK HOLME 5043 T 8375 6785 Cost $10 per person Payable at time of booking

What a Load of Rubbish!

Have you ever wondered what happens to your recycling once it is collected from the kerb? Where does it go and what happens to it? This fun and informative presentation will give you an insight into the role that recycling plays in our consumer society and how we can play a significant role in resource recovery by simply rethinking how we dispose of waste materials.

Presented by Allison Byrne, Waste Education Officer, CoM Tuesday 9 August, 1.30pm–2.30pm Cove Civic Centre 1 Ragamuffin Drive, HALLETT COVE 5158 T 8375 6785 FREE! Bookings Essential

Mindfulness involves being aware of and accepting the full experience of life as it unfolds; this involves all our senses, thoughts and emotions. It also brings with it the essential components of kindness and a gentle attitude toward oneself and others. This session will provide a brief introduction to Mindfulness and consider practical ways to begin to explore it further.

Presented by Barb Hancock, Adelaide Mindfulness

Zentangle & Doodle Mindful Art Workshop Zentangling is an easy to learn method of creating beautiful abstract drawings using repeating patterns. It is a fascinating new art form that is fun and relaxing.

Zentangles are used as a form of art therapy or active meditation – where the emphasis is on the method and process of creation, rather than the finished piece.

Presented by Elizabeth James, Lotus Star

Tuesday 23 August, 10.30am–11.30am Park Holme Library Duncan Avenue, PARK HOLME 5043 T 8375 6785

Sunday 28 August, 1.30pm–3.30pm Marion Cultural Centre Library 287 Diagonal Road, OAKLANDS PARK 5046 T 8375 6785

FREE! Bookings Essential

FREE! Bookings Essential

Learn How to Love Me: Writing a Romance Synopsis This workshop will show you what publishers and agents want to know and what you can leave out of your synopsis. We will use the classic romantic comedy, French Kiss, to show all you need to know to get your message across.

Presented by author Maggie Mundy Wednesday 7 September, 1pm–3pm Park Holme Library Duncan Avenue, PARK HOLME 5043 T 8375 6785 FREE! Bookings Essential

NEST Cooking & Nutrition The NEST program teaches participants the skills and knowledge to nurture themselves through guidance around healthier eating choices and food preparation.

Workshops will focus on teaching you skills to create low cost, nutritious healthy meals and will break down barriers associated with food planning and preparation.

Presented by OzHarvest SA. 6 x weeks beginning Tuesday 13 September - Tuesday 18 October, 10.30pm–12.30pm Cove Civic Centre 1 Ragamuffin Drive, HALLETT COVE 5158 T 8375 6785

Workshops, Programs and Events

Introduction to Mindfulness

Cost $60pp for 6 week course Payable at time of booking To book online visit marion.sa.gov.au/events-calendar

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Sell Your Crafts to the World - How to Sell on ETSY Make money doing what you love!

Our main focus will be on ETSY, a global marketplace for handmade, vintage and craft supplies, but we will briefly look at various methods and venues for online selling. We'll cover the basics of how to open a shop, through to how to get sales.

Presented by Sue Freer.

Saturday 24 September, 1.30pm–3.30pm Cove Civic Centre 1 Ragamuffin Drive, HALLETT COVE 5158 T 8375 6785 FREE! Bookings Essential

Miracle in a Suitcase Back by popular demand! It's all about the fabric, the fit and the formula - learn how to travel for a month in Europe with a cabin size bag. Topics covered include how to pack for a holiday, what to pack, colour combinations, luggage and handbags, accessories, travel tips, emergency kit and more!

Presented by Marilyn Little.

Saturday 22 October, 10.30am–12 noon Marion Cultural Centre – Sturt Room 287 Diagonal Road, OAKLANDS PARK 5046 T 8375 6785 FREE! Bookings Essential

Library Online Database Workshops

Mobile Device Help

This course teaches you how to get the most out of your smartphone camera and the numerous photography apps on the market.

Learn to take great shots using techniques that make your subject stand out. Photography principles such as lighting, composition and editing will also be covered.

Access a world of information and recreation through the library online databases - all for free! Learn a new language, read an eBook, download an eMagazine, brush up on your English, get help with your CV and more.

Need some help with your iPad, tablet, laptop or smartphone? Book in for a free 45 minute one-to-one session. Bring your own device.

Friday 12 August 10am–11am Cove Civic Centre, 1 Ragamuffin Drive, HALLETT COVE 5158

FREE! Bookings Essential

Participants are required to bring a smartphone equipped with camera functions.

Saturday 10 September, 11am–1pm Cove Civic Centre 1 Ragamuffin Drive, HALLETT COVE 5158 T 8375 6785 Cost $10 per person Payable at time of booking

Sessions are available at each of our library branches.

Digital Literacy

Smart Phone Photography

Tuesday 20 September 10am–11am Cultural Centre, 287 Diagonal Road OAKLANDS PARK SA 5046 Wednesday 26 October 10am–11am Park Home Library, Duncan Avenue PARK HOLME SA 5043 FREE! Bookings Essential

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Meet the Author

Meet the Author: Ali Clarke in conversation with Liane Moriarty If only they’d said no ... What if they hadn’t gone? It was just a backyard barbeque. They didn’t know their hosts that well. They could so easily have said no. But Clementine and her husband Sam said yes, and now they can never change what they did and didn’t do that day. ABC Radio's Ali Clarke talks to best-selling author Liane Moriarty about how she uses her unique, razor-sharp observational skills to sift through the emerging fault lines of seemingly happy families.

Books available for sale thanks to Booked at North Adelaide Thursday 11 August, 7pm–8pm (followed by book signing) Marion Cultural Centre - Domain Theatre 287 Diagonal Road, OAKLANDS PARK 5046 T 8375 6785 FREE! Bookings Essential

Liane Moriarty

Thursday 11th August, 7pm–8pm

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Meet the Author

Meet the Author: Laura Kroetsch in conversation with Hannah Kent Adelaide Writers Week Director Laura Kroetsch talks to Hannah Kent about her long awaited novel, The Good People. The follow up to her award-winning and bestselling debut Burial Rites. Inspired by a true story: In 1825, in a remote Irish valley, three women are brought together by strange and troubling events.

Books available for sale thanks to Booked at North Adelaide Friday 14 October, 7pm–8pm (followed by book signing) Marion Cultural Centre - Domain Theatre 287 Diagonal Road, OAKLANDS PARK 5046 T 8375 6785 FREE! Bookings Essential

Hannah Kent

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Children's Programs

Baby Bounce A fun interactive session aimed at introducing babies and young children to libraries, action songs, nursery rhymes and rhythm.

Tuesday: Cultural Centre Library Wednesday: Cove Civic Centre Thursday: Park Holme Library 9.30am–10am FREE every week during the school term.

Children must be accompanied by an adult.

No need to book, just come along!

T 8375 6785 W www.marion.sa.gov.au/libraries

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New times and days!

A wonderful opportunity to have fun together, meet new friends, listen to stories and make something to take home and stick on the fridge!

Straight af ter Baby Bounce

Children's Programs

Storytelling for pre-schoolers Tuesday: Cultural Centre Library Wednesday: Cove Civic Centre Thursday: Park Holme Library 10.30am–11.15am FREE every week during the school term.

Children must be accompanied by an adult.

No need to book, just come along!

T 8375 6785 W www.marion.sa.gov.au/libraries

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R E B O T C O

MakerSpace @ Marion Recycle, reuse and re-create! Come and enjoy upcycling and creating amazing artworks from a treasure trove of discarded materials. We encourage you to share the photos of your works of art on Facebook and tag our new City of Marion Libraries page!

Available during library opening times at all branches of the Marion library.

All ages welcome Tuesday 4 October to Sunday 9 October, during opening hours Cultural Centre Library 287 Diagonal Road OAKLANDS PARK SA 5046 Park Home Library Duncan Avenue PARK HOLME SA 5043 Cove Civic Centre Library 1 Ragamuffin Drive HALLETT COVE SA 5158 FREE! No need to book, just come along

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CSI Forensics

LEGO Robotics Workshop

Crawl inside the Star Dome! An inflatable, portable planetarium that helps you discover the beauty and wonders of the universe. Learn about day and night, seasons, stars, planets, and much more!

All ages welcome.

Fancy being a detective and solving major crimes? Come along and learn how the experts do it - examine a fingerprint, analyse DNA and learn the science of examining clues left behind at crime scenes.

Bookings open Monday 29 August

Bookings open Monday 29 August

Monday 10 October, 10am–11am Cove Civic Centre 1 Ragamuffin Drive, HALLETT COVE 5158 T 8375 6785

Tuesday 11 October, 10am–11am Marion Cultural Centre 287 Diagonal Road, OAKLANDS PARK 5046 T 8375 6785

Be inspiried by Robogals in this fun and educational workshop, learning the basics of engineering, robotics and programming using LEGO Mindstorms NXT kits. Robogals is a voluntary organization run by students, designed to bring fun into learning and to inspire young women into Science, Engineering and Technology.

Suitable for ages 8 years and over.

FREE! Bookings Essential

FREE! Bookings Essential

Suitable for ages 6 years and over.

Bookings open Monday 29 August Wednesday 12 October 2pm–3pm Cove Civic Centre, 1 Ragamuffin Drive, HALLETT COVE 5158

July School Holidays

Seeing Stars in the StarDome

Thursday 13 October 2pm–3pm Park Home Library, Duncan Avenue PARK HOLME SA 5043 FREE! Bookings Essential

To book online vi sit marion.sa.gov.au/ whats-on-for-kid s

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Families

Kite Making Workshop

Twilight Storytime

Help Your Child Achieve Their Best

Dads! Celebrate Father’s Day with your children by making & flying (weather permitting) your own kite. One kite per child.

Presented by Active Education.

Join us in the library for a special twilight storytelling session with a special guest storyteller. Kids can wear their PJ's and bring along their favourite teddy bear and enjoy snacks & craft after storytime!

Come along and find ways in which you can initiate changes to get things back on track if warning signs are emerging. Identify the factors that will have, or continue to have, a positive impact on home and school life and enhance your child's self-esteem and mental health. Presented by Keith Miller (M Spec ED, Grad Dip Ed Counselling)

Bookings open Monday 25 July Saturday 3 September, 2pm–3pm Cove Civic Centre 1 Ragamuffin Drive, HALLETT COVE 5158 T 8375 6785 FREE! Bookings Essential

Thursday 8 September, 6pm–6.45pm Cove Civic Centre 1 Ragamuffin Drive, HALLETT COVE 5158 T 8375 6785 FREE! Bookings Essential

Wednesday 12 October, 6.30pm–8.30pm Marion Cultural Centre – Sturt Room 287 Diagonal Road, OAKLANDS PARK 5046 T 8375 6785 FREE! Bookings Essential

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It's C J Dennis's 140th Birthday!

Presented by Trove expert, Elaine Beales, this enjoyable session will show how you can successfully compile and write your family history using things you can find in the wonderfully rich Trove resources. Create a fascinating family story with the real flavour of the times they lived in! Afternoon tea included.

Enjoy a relaxing afternoon listening to a colourful storytelling tribute to poet C J Dennis, 140 years to the day he was born! Hear some of his most popular and well-loved creations performed by storyteller and musician Tony Wight from the Storytelling Guild of Australia.

Afternoon tea included

Monday 29 August, 2pm–4pm Marion Heritage Research Centre 245 Sturt Road, STURT 5047 T 7420 6455 FREE! Bookings Essential

Wednesday 7 September, 2pm–4pm Marion Heritage Research Centre 245 Sturt Road, STURT 5047 T 7420 6455 FREE! Bookings Essential

The Story of Sturt Road

Australians in Battle 1916

What was Sturt Road like before the whoosh of busy traffic it is now? Come and hear researcher, Ian Morphett, share his discoveries about the people and buildings who used to be here and what life was like on Sturt Road in Marion's rural and historic past.

You could be surprised! One hour talk followed by questions and afternoon tea.

Major Chris Roe, Manager of the Army Museum of South Australia, presents a talk about battles Australians fought in 100 years ago. Fromelles and Pozieres are two names memorable for being amongst the 'first and the worst' the Australians experienced in WW1 Europe. Come and enjoy a fascinating presentation from an experienced and knowledgeable speaker.

Tuesday 27 September, 2pm–4pm Marion Heritage Research Centre 245 Sturt Road, STURT 5047 T 7420 6455 FREE! Bookings Essential

Tuesday 25 October, 2pm–4pm Marion Heritage Research Centre 245 Sturt Road, STURT 5047 T 7420 6455

Marion Heritage Research Centre

Writing Your Family History with Trove

FREE! Bookings Essential

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Arts & Culture @ Marion

Quick Fix QUICK FIX is an entertaining accessible dance theatre work. It is like a flicking video clip of stories, questions and parodies depicting the overloading nature of our modern world, with the intention to provoke personal questioning, ie; Where do you place yourself in all this? What are your morals and ethics amongst the continuous stimuli? What do you choose?

Friday 5 August, 8pm Marion Cultural Centre – Domain Theatre 287 Diagonal Road, OAKLANDS PARK 5046 Tickets $33/$28 concession Bookings Essential (Call 8375 6855)

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Billy My Life – Tribute to Billy Joel Join us on a journey of a remarkable career - the highs, the lows, private & public life, family and relationships, but most importantly the music. Featuring live performances of his greatest songs, along with audio visual footage and narration allow us to take you right into the world of Billy Joel.

Tuesday 9 August, 11am Marion Cultural Centre – Domain Theatre 287 Diagonal Road, OAKLANDS PARK 5046 Tickets $17 Bookings Essential (Call 8375 6855)

The BordererS

Lucky Seven

Matt Tarrant one of Australia’s most popular magicians. Don’t expect rabbits, hats or capes – this is the new era of Magic. Isaac Lomman is a Comedy Stage Hypnotist, a unique entertainer who fuses the power of hypnosis with hilarious routines to create stars out of members of the audience. Isaac creates hilarity from volunteers only that join him on stage to experience this powerful mental state of focus and imagination.

We welcome a performance guaranteed to get your toes tapping and even get you up and dancing. Scottish / Irish / Australian band The BordererS are the most successful and entertaining Celtic / Rock / Roots band in Australia bringing you songs from their brand new Double album "Caledonia Man” as well as their extensive back catalogue.

Adelaide’s hottest swing band…

When a like minded attachment of musical aficionados' grace the stage the result speaks for itself.

To encapsulate a genre of music that appeals to all generations is a winning formula effortlessly perfected by the band 'Lucky Seven'.

Friday 2 September, 8pm Marion Cultural Centre – Domain Theatre 287 Diagonal Road, OAKLANDS PARK 5046 Tickets $33/$28 concession Bookings Essential (Call 8375 6855)

Tuesday 13 September, 11am Marion Cultural Centre – Domain Theatre 287 Diagonal Road, OAKLANDS PARK 5046 Tickets $17

Friday 30 September, 8pm Marion Cultural Centre – Domain Theatre 287 Diagonal Road, OAKLANDS PARK 5046 Tickets $33/$28 concession Bookings Essential (Call 8375 6855)

Frank Ferrante in An Evening with Groucho Out of the Square (OOTS) is very excited to present Frank Ferrante (Groucho) who is described by The New York Times as “the greatest living interpreter of Groucho Marx’s material.” Join with us in celebrating the life of America’s most gifted funny man.

Tuesday 11 October, 11am Marion Cultural Centre – Domain Theatre 287 Diagonal Road, OAKLANDS PARK 5046

Arts & Culture @ Marion

Magic & Hypnosis

Tickets $17 Bookings Essential (Call 8375 6855)

Bookings Essential (Call 8375 6855)

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Cooinda Neighbourhood Centre

Lunch With Friends The Olympics Come along to our monthly seniors' lunch group and enjoy good company, guest speakers and theme days. Get in the Olympic spirit this month as Rachel Sporn, former Australian basketball player and three times Olympian shares her experiences of attending the games.

Tuesday 2 August, 1pm Cooinda Neighbourhood Centre 245 Sturt Road, STURT 5047 T 8375 6703 Cost $7 Bookings Essential (Call 8375 6703)

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Adult Learner's Week Financial Health Workshops book in for variety of sessions to assist you with managing money. Topics to be confirmed but will focus on: Budgeting, Payment options for Hardship, Concession options, Debt traps & Scams, Wills, Power of Attorney, Advanced Care Directives, Water & Energy Bills, Credit Cards, Loans on a Low income and Savvy ways to Shop.

Tuesday 6 September, 1.30pm Cooinda Neighbourhood Centre 245 Sturt Road, STURT 5047 T 8375 6703 FREE! Bookings are appreciated

For more info visit marion.sa.gov.au/cooinda

The Good Life - Personal Alarms Our group meets monthly for lunch and a session on a range of wellbeing, lifestyle and health topics. Our presenter from the Independent Living Centre SA will provide information about the various types of personal alarms.

While the information will be of a general nature it will assist you in understanding what is offered and questions to ask when selecting a personal alarm.

Tuesday 13 September, 1pm Cooinda Neighbourhood Centre 245 Sturt Road, STURT 5047 T 8375 6703 Cost $7 Bookings Essential (Call 8375 6703)

Speaking Spanish Spanish for complete beginners and those with a little knowledge.

Delivered by native speaker. In this course you will learn how to ask simple questions, talk about yourself, make enquiries and socialise. Covers basic grammar with conversational practice.

Digressions into culture will bring the language alive for you. By the end of the course, with proper home practice, you should be able to make yourself understood by a native speaker.

Starts Wednesday 27 July, 10am–11am Glandore Community Centre 25 Naldera Street, GLANDORE 5037 T 8371 1139 Cost $50 Bookings Essential (Call 8371 1139)

SALA Exhibition

Adult Learner's Week

Beginners wanting to learn ukulele can now do so at our new 8 week long Friday group. This is a relaxed group with the focus on fun, our attentive tutor Sharon will have you strumming a tune in no time. Ukuleles are available for purchase from music stores for around $30.

Our SALA Exhibition has been put together by participants, volunteers and Tutors at Glandore Community Centre, collectively known as Gallery 25. Artists are showcasing their work some of which is available for sale.

Financial Health Workshops book in for variety of sessions to assist you with managing money. Topics to be confirmed but will focus on: Budgeting, Payment options for Hardship, Concession options, Debt traps & Scams, Wills, Power of Attorney, Advanced Care Directives, Water & Energy Bills, Credit Cards, Loans on a Low income and Savvy ways to Shop.

Starts Friday 29 July, 1.30pm–3.30pm for 10 weeks Glandore Community Centre 25 Naldera Street, GLANDORE 5037 T 8371 1139 Cost $50 (includes a take home instruction book) Bookings Essential

Starts Saturday 13 August, 2pm–5pm Also open 20 & 27 August 2pm–5pm Friday 19 August 6pm–8pm Glandore Community Centre 25 Naldera Street, GLANDORE 5037 T 8371 1139 FREE

Tuesday 6 September, 10am Glandore Community Centre 25 Naldera Street, GLANDORE 5037 T 8371 1139 FREE! Bookings Essential

Living Well In Marion Information Session The City of Marion provides information, support and opportunities for you to remain independent in your home, socially connected and active within your local community. Over morning tea learn about our services that will support you in your home and the community, the range of activities and groups on offer at our Neighbourhood Centres, Libraries, transport assistance and volunteering opportunities.

Tuesday 16 August, 10.30am Glandore Community Centre 25 Naldera Street, GLANDORE 5037 T 8371 1139

FREE! Bookings Essential For more info visit marion.sa.gov.au/glandore

Glandore Community Centre

Beginners Ukulele Group

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Mitchell Park Neighbourhood Centre 18

Adult Learner's Week

Get your Learner’s Permit

Blokes Time Out

Financial Health Workshops - book in for variety of sessions to assist you with managing money. Topics to be confirmed but will focus on: Budgeting, Payment options for Hardship, Concession options, Debt traps & Scams, Wills, Power of Attorney, Advanced Care Directives, Water & Energy Bills, Credit Cards, Loans on a Low income and Savvy ways to Shop.

Learn about driver responsibilities, road rules, signs and markings and get the opportunity to try out practice tests on the Centre’s computers to pass your written driving test.

Each Thursday a group of retired men meet at the Centre to catch up and chat about anything and everything over a BBQ breakfast and cuppa.

Friday 29 July, 10am–1pm for 10 weeks Mitchell Park Neighbourhood Centre 1 Cumbria Court, MITCHELL PARK 5043 T 8375 6804

Thursdays, 9am–11.30am weekly Mitchell Park Neighbourhood Centre 1 Cumbria Court, MITCHELL PARK 5043 T 8375 6804

Wednesday 7 September, 12.30pm Mitchell Park Neighbourhood Centre 1 Cumbria Court, MITCHELL PARK 5043 T 8375 6804 FREE! Bookings Essential

For more info visit marion.sa.gov.au/mitchell-park-neighbourhood-centre

Cost $5

French Conversation

Parents and Prams Exercise Class

Learn how to choose your personal crystal, cleanse, clear and charge them, how crystals benefit your everyday life, how to sense the energy of crystals and use them to heal, and how chakras, colours and gemstones work togther.

If you like the French language and would like to participate in conversation classes, this group meets every Tuesay for conversation, grammar, dvd's, morning teas and more. A friendly group who welcome new participants.

Bring bubs in a pram, come alone or bring a friend. This is a great hour where you can exericse and meet other mums and dads.

Suitable for all fitness levels.

Tuesday evenings, 5.30pm–7pm or Wednesday 11am–12.30pm Trott Park Neighbourhood Centre 34 Hessing Crescent TROTT PARK 5158 T 8387 2074

Tuesdays, 10am–12noon Trott Park Neighbourhood Centre 34 Hessing Crescent TROTT PARK 5158 T 8387 2074

Tuesdays, 11.15am–12.15pm Trott Park Neighbourhood Centre 34 Hessing Crescent TROTT PARK 5158 T 8387 2074 Cost $6 per class

Cost $3 per week

Cost $5 Bookings Essential (Call 8387 2074)

For more info visit marion.sa.gov.au/trott-park-neighbourhood-centre

The City of Marion Community bus provides transport for residents in the Hallett Cove, Sheidow Park and Trott Park areas on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. Eligible residents are transported to the Hallett Cove and Westfield Marion shopping centres as well as visiting the Cove Civic Centre library. Call 8375 6821 for more information.

Trott Park Neighbourhood Centre

Crystal Club

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Business Marion

Presentation Skills for Small Business

Will your idea work as a business?

Practical ways to grow your business using web platforms.

Topics covered include:

This workshop is for those who have an idea or product but as yet have not established a business and/or achieved a meaningful level of sales.

>> Cloud Accounting >> Business Cloud Solutions >> Website Design, and >> Social Media Participants will receive ideas, strategies and concepts that can be implemented in their business.

Thursday 12 May, 5pm–7.30pm Cove Civic Centre 1 Ragamuffin Drive, HALLETT COVE 5158 FREE! Bookings Essential

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This session looks at the steps needed to ensure success in the following:

Workplace Wellbeing Learn how to create an effective and high performing workplace. At this workshop you will learn: >>

What creates happy, productive workplaces

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What will reduce performance in your workplace

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The key needs at work for today’s workforce that will help you attract and retain good employees

>> Market Research >> Developing a prototype >> Preparing your business model >> Commercialising your product/ service Thursday 15 September, 5.30pm–7.30pm Cove Civic Centre 1 Ragamuffin Drive, HALLETT COVE 5158

FREE! Bookings Essential To book online visit marion.sa.gov.au/business-events

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Avoid the 3 signs of a miserable job – know what to do instead to create a happy, high performing workplace.

Thursday 13 October, 5.30pm–6.30pm Cove Civic Centre 1 Ragamuffin Drive, HALLETT COVE 5158 FREE! Bookings Essential

Tonsley Small Business Advisory Service This service offers free one-onone advisory sessions for those wishing to start a business or operating an existing small business in the Southern Adelaide region. The Tonsley Small Business Advisory Service can help you to: >> Plan for or grow your business >> Market your product or service >> Determine the best business model for you >> Understand where to go for funding or specialised help FREE! By appointment Contact Bob Sloan T 0417 731 125 E bob@sa-bic.com.au

Marion Cultural Centre

Living Kaurna Cultural Centre

1 Ragamuffin Drive, Hallett Cove, SA 5158 T 8375 6755

287 Diagonal Road, Oaklands Park, SA 5046 T 8375 6855

Warriparinga Way (off Sturt Road) Bedford Park, SA 5042 T 8357 5900

The Cove Civic Centre is home to a library, enterprise hub and community spaces. It holds a diverse range of activities for all sections of the community as well as supporting local businesses with their endeavours.

The Marion Cultural Centre holds many different events throughout the year, offering something for everyone. To find out more about what is happening at MCC visit marion.sa.gov.au/whatson-at-the-mcc and download the August to October 2016 brochure.

Over eons of time, the Kaurna people of the Adelaide Plains have gathered at Warriparinga. The Living Kaurna Cultural Centre was built here to ensure that Kaurna culture, and the Dreaming Story of the Land, is passed on from generation to generation.

Marion Outdoor Swimming Centre

Arts and Cultural Development

Marion Heritage Research Centre 245 Sturt Road, Sturt, SA 5047 T 7420 6455 The centre located in the old ‘Red House’, next to the administration building, provides a focal point for Marion’s cultural heritage. Documents and photographs relating to Marion’s history are preserved, stored, shared and researched from here.

Oaklands Road (Corner Hendrie Street), Park Holme, SA 5043 T 8267 4939 The Marion Swimming Centre is a premier open air swimming facility set in grassed and shady grounds and located in the heart of Marion, offering summertime fun and relaxation for everyone.

Neighbourhood and Community Centres Cooinda, Glandore, Mitchell Park, Trott Park T 8375 6600 Neighbourhood Centres aim to respond to the health, welfare, social, educational and recreational needs of the community. As well as having a huge choice of what to do, you are guaranteed a warm and welcoming environment with great staff, helpful volunteers and good company.

245 Sturt Road, Sturt, SA 5046 T 8375 6600 Council provides opportunities for residents to participate in arts and cultural development programs and projects which express the identity of our local area, explore new ideas and encourage cultural connections between diverse community groups including age, ability, sexuality and ethnicity.

For more programs, events, workshops and venues in Marion Visit the City of Marion Events calendar at marion.sa.gov.au for all City of Marion events or phone 8375 6600

Venue Details

Cove Civic Centre

LIBRARY LOCATIONS AND OPENING TIMES

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday

CULTURAL CENTRE

COVE CIVIC CENTRE

PARK HOLME

287 Diagonal Road, Oaklands Park, SA 5046

1 Ragamuffin Drive, Hallett Cove, SA 5158

Duncan Avenue, Park Holme, SA 5043

T 8375 6785

T 8375 6755

T 8375 6745

9.30am – 7pm 9.30am – 7pm 9.30am – 5pm 9.30am – 7pm 9.30am – 5pm 10am – 4pm 1pm – 4pm

9.30am – 5pm 9.30am – 7pm 9.30am – 5pm 9.30am – 7pm 9.30am – 5pm 10am – 4pm 1pm – 4pm

9.30am – 5pm 9.30am – 5pm 9.30am – 7pm 9.30am – 5pm 9.30am – 5pm 10am – 4pm Closed

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libraryevents@marion.sa.gov.au