Get Creative Creative programs for adults and children
Term 3 Program Commencing July 2016
We are pleased to be able to provide accessible events. There is also a disability toilet and change room at the Dandenong Civic Centre which provides an accessible toilet, showering and changing facility.
8 week program from 25 July – 18 September Day
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday Friday Saturday Other Events 30 June 10 July 12 July 7 August 8 August 8 & 15 August 9 August 14 August 17 August 5 September 13 September 14 September 3 October
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2pm – 3pm
Yoga for Seniors
Heritage Hill
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4pm – 6pm
Gaming Development
Dandenong Library
3
4.15pm –5.45pm
Art Club
The Drum
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6pm – 7pm
Yoga
Heritage Hill
5
6pm – 7pm
Bollywood for Beginners
The Drum
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7.30pm – 9pm
Modern Jive
The Drum
7
4pm – 5.30pm
Makerspace Tech Tuesday
Dandenong Library
8
4.15pm – 5.45pm
Circus Club
The Drum
9
7pm – 9pm
Creative Commune
Heritage Hill
10
10am
The Social Knitwork
Dandenong Library
12
10.30am – 11.30am
Koala Gym
The Castle
13
4pm – 5.30pm
The Zephyr Sessions: Open Art Studio for Emerging Artists
Heritage Hill
14
5.10pm & 6.20pm
Yoga
Heritage Hill
5
6.30pm – 8.30pm
Life Drawing
Heritage Hill
15
6.30pm – 8.30pm
Textile Tasters
Heritage Hill
16
6.30pm – 8.30pm
Comic Books & Graphic Novels Pre-Press Tutorials
Dandenong Library
18
10.30am – 1pm
Macramé & Creative Art
Heritage Hill
19
1pm – 3pm
Sewing for Beginners with Twich
Walker Street Gallery
20
The Hive Network Seminar, Heritage Hill Walker Street Gallery Music Series, Walker Street Gallery Art Series, Dandenong Library Heritage Hill Open Art Day: Cultural Threads, Heritage Hill Monday Midday Movie, Walker Street Gallery Basket Weaving with Adrienne Kneebone, Heritage Hill Art Series, Dandenong Library Walker Street Gallery Music Series, Walker Street Gallery Garden Melodies, Heritage Hill Monday Midday Movie, Walker Street Gallery Art Series, Dandenong Library Garden Melodies, Heritage Hill Monday Midday Movie, Walker Street Gallery
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Yoga for Seniors Mondays 2pm - 3pm
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Heritage Hill 55+ $60 per term / $10 per class
You can do yoga at any age - really! Yoga is about flexibility and balance - two things we lose with age. In this class you will increase your flexibility and strength through low-impact moves.
Weekly program
Bookings: greaterdandenong.com/arts or phone 8571 1666
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Gaming Development Mondays 4pm - 6pm
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Dandenong Library 9+ Free
If you’ve ever been interested in learning how to create video games, now is the time to learn! On Monday afternoons, you’ll learn the basics of design and coding to develop your own game using the online tools, Scratch and Unity.
Weekly program
Bookings essential: 1300 630 920 or in person at libraries
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Art Club Mondays 4.15pm - 5.45pm
Ages Cost
The Drum 5-12 years old $70 per term / $10 per class
This term at Art Club, your child will visualise and create the ‘Under the Sea’ exhibition at the Drum Theatre. The exhibition will be on display throughout the September school holidays, as part of the Greater Dandenong Children’s Festival.
Weekly program
Bookings: greaterdandenong.com/arts or phone 8571 1666
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Yoga
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Mondays 6pm - 7pm Wednesdays 5.10pm - 6.10pm 6.20pm - 7.20pm
Ages Cost
Heritage Hill Adults $19 per class (discount term passes available)
Join yogi Jo Odessa and enjoy yoga classes amidst the tranquil surroundings of Heritage Hill. Classes are small and tailored to suit individual needs.
Weekly program
For bookings and enquiries contact: Jo on 0405 427 183 / jo@odessagallery.com
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Bollywood for beginners Mondays 6pm - 7pm
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Ages Cost
The Drum 16+ Adults $105 per term / $15 per class Concession $84 per term / $12 per class
Have fun while learning the moves to bring out your inner Bollywood star. Explore this high energy, colourful and vibrant dance form.
Weekly program
Bookings: greaterdandenong.com/arts or phone 8571 1666
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Modern JIVE Mondays 7.30pm - 9pm
Ages Cost
The Drum 16+ Adults $105 per term / $15 per class Concession $84 per term / $12 per class
Come along each week to learn the steps of Modern Jive and build your repertoire. Singles and couples welcomed to the hour long class, followed by a social dance to practice your moves. Photo credit: Carla Marie Photography
Weekly program
Bookings: greaterdandenong.com/arts or phone 8571 1666
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Makerspace tech tuesday Tuesdays 4pm - 5.30pm
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Dandenong Library 12-25 years Free
Explore and discover the fun you can have with electronics, 3D printing and design.
Weekly program Drop-in session; no bookings required.
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Circus Club Tuesdays 4.15pm - 5.45pm
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The Drum 5-12 years $70 per term / $10 per class
Increase your child’s confidence, self esteem and ability to work in a team, all while learning FUN circus skills.
Weekly program Bookings: greaterdandenong.com/arts or phone 8571 1666
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Creative commune Tuesdays 7pm - 9pm
Ages Cost
Heritage Hill 16+ Varies per class
Creative Commune is back spreading their creativity once again with short courses - delivered in a fun and social environment. Do one or do them all, you’re bound to learn something creative!
Weekly program
For bookings and more information: www.creativecommune.com.au or email hello@creativecommune.com.au
11 26 July Indie Photography Workshop Jakub and Zosia are a brother /sister combo aka Aparat Photography! They will share tips and tricks to inspire you to go out and take some awesome pictures covering photo basics, bridal and portraits. 2 August Make it: Polymer Earrings Have a crafty night in and design your own earrings! In this twohour workshop, you will learn how to get started with this fun and easy medium of Polymer Clay. 9 August The Art of Lettering Harmony Wong is a graphic designer and hand lettering extraordinaire. She will teach you the basic forms of lettering, through drawing and designing. 16 August Make it: Concrete Stools Inspired by the latest ideas in industrial interior design? Come along to this workshop where you can start creating your own furniture collection with a concrete stool.
23 August Terrarium Time In this beginner’s class you will learn how to put your very own terrarium together and learn how to look after it. 30 August Paper Cutting Workshop Be inspired to create some incredible works by facilitator Bee Pea Tea, with this introduction into Paper Cutting. 6 September Creative Vegan Desserts Come along and learn how to create amazing desserts to ‘blow the socks off’ your guests at a dinner party! 13 September Lego Brooches and Earrings Led by a Lego master builder, come along to this up-cycling extravaganza, where you will build your own brooches and earrings! There is always time to play with Lego!
Weekly program
For bookings and more information: www.creativecommune.com.au or email hello@creativecommune.com.au
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The Social Knitwork Wednesdays 10am
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Ages Cost
Dandenong Library All welcome Free
Join the Social Knitwork and make new friends while sharing patterns, skills and stories.
Weekly program
No bookings necessary
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Koala Gym
Ages Cost
Wednesdays 10.30am - 11.30am
The Castle 3-4 year old $64 per term / $8 per class
A fun and exciting developmental gymnastic program for kinder aged girls and boys. It’s designed to enhance learning and motor development skills through a wide range of activities and games.
Weekly program Bookings: greaterdandenong.com/arts or phone 8571 1666
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The Zephyr sessions:
Open Art Studio for Emerging Artists Wednesdays 4pm - 5.30pm
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Heritage Hill 12-25 year old Free
Are you a young emerging artist that needs a place to work? Join ‘The Zephyr Sessions’ at Heritage Hill - a free weekly workshop where you can learn different artistic methods to express your creativity. ‘The Zephyr Sessions’ are run in conjunction with the City of Greater Dandenong’s Y-Stop, in preparing artistic works for the ‘Self(y)’ exhibition. For more information on how to get involved, visit www.youth. greaterdandenong.com
Weekly program For more information phone 8571 5488 or email bflood@cgd.vic.gov.au
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Life drawing Wednesdays 6.30pm - 8.30pm
Ages Cost
Heritage Hill 18+ Adults $108 per term / $18 per class Concession $90 per term / $15 per class
Learn drawing techniques with an emphasis on how the body is formed using a variety of materials such as contĂŠ, graphite, ink, charcoal and permanent markers on different drawing surfaces.
Weekly program Bookings: greaterdandenong.com/arts or phone 8571 1666
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Textile Tasters
Ages Cost
Thursdays in August 6.30pm - 8.30pm
Heritage Hill 16+ Adults $60 per term / $20 per class Concession $51 per term / $17 per class
Be inspired by Greater Dandenong’s Cultural Threads textiles celebration throughout the month of August and learn a few new skills.
Weekly program
Bookings: greaterdandenong.com/arts or phone 8571 1666
17 4 August Introduction to Weaving Learn all the basics to create a Weaving Masterpiece with Rachel Wood from Wunder Weave. 11 August Introduction to Crocheting Learn the basics to create your very own granny square, with Instagram sensation Chili Philly (@chilphilly) 18 August Introduction to Cross-stitch In this workshop run by artist and craftivist Sayraphim Lothian, you will learn how to cross stitch and how to use these new skills to create your own work of art. 25 August Cactus Plant Making Choose from colourful recycled materials to create a one-of-a-kind gorgeous hand stitched fabric cactus - the perfect un-killable plant for your home or office space!
Weekly program
Bookings: greaterdandenong.com/arts or phone 8571 1666
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Comic Books and Graphic Novels Pre-Press Tutorials Thursdays 6.30pm - 8.30pm
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Dandenong Library 16+ Adults $140 Concession $119
Learn the principles of design and layout for your comic book zine, illustrated booklet or graphic novel to send to print as small press or professional printing. Classes will use Adobe CS5 Photoshop 12.0 and InDesign 7.0.
Weekly program
Bookings: greaterdandenong.com/arts or phone 8571 1666
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Friday Morning Art Sessions Fridays 10.30am - 1pm
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Heritage Hill 16+
5 - 26 August Introduction to Macramé Adults $45 for four weeks / $15 per class Concession $36 for four weeks / $12 per class In August learn the basics to the popular 70’s craft, Macramé. It’s an easy, affordable craft to learn, and all you need is just a basic knowledge of knot tying. 7 - 16 September Creative Art & Mixed Media Adults $30 for three weeks / $15 per class Concession $24 for three weeks / $12 per class In September come along and learn how to create a unique 3D canvas using mixed media. Create something special from your very own treasures.
Weekly program
Bookings: greaterdandenong.com/arts or phone 8571 1666
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Sewing for beginners with twich Saturdays 1pm - 3pm
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Ages Cost
Walker Street Gallery 16+ Adults $105 per term / $30 per fortnight Concession $84 per term / $24 per class
Ever wanted to learn how to use a sewing machine? Now you can with Twich Sewing Collective. They will take you through the basic steps to make simple, useful items. You will learn how to use a sewing machine, its terminology and how to troubleshoot problems. Week 1 & 2: Cushion cover Week 3 & 4: Make an apron Week 5 & 6: Cosmetic bag Week 7 & 8: Make a tote bag
Weekly program Bookings: greaterdandenong.com/arts or phone 8571 1666
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The Hive Creative Network Seminar 6.30pm - 8.30pm Thursday 30 June
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Heritage Hill All ages Free
New to blogging or wondering what all the fuss is about? The next Hive Creative Network Seminar facilitated by artist and blogger Sayraphim Lothian will talk you through some of the basics of blogging. These seminars are a great opportunity to meet and network with other artists.
Special Event RSVP: arts@cgd.vic.gov.au or call 8571 5141
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Walker Street Gallery Music Series Sundays 2.30pm re
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Ages Cost
Walker Street Gallery and Arts Centre All ages Adults $10 / Concession $7
Looking for something to do on a Sunday afternoon? Come down to the Walker Street Gallery and experience some live music in the beautiful gallery space.
Sunday 10 July – Taqi Khan Acclaimed Hazara musician Taqi Khan performs traditional Hazara songs with a new contemporary pop interpretation, such as pop and hip hop.
Sunday 14 August – Sophi Koh, with Caerwen Martin & Louise Woodward Sophie Koh is a pop performer who first came to prominence on Triple J’s Unearthed and has since toured with the likes of Paul Kelly, Pete Murray and Howie Day. She’ll be performing material from her new album which features pop songs influenced by Chinese poetry.
Special Event Bookings: greaterdandenong.com/arts or phone 8571 1666
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Art series Tuesdays 6.30pm - 8.30pm
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Dandenong Library All ages Free
Tuesday 12 July – Glass Fabric Bring along a piece of fabric or pattern of personal significance and add your contribution to this large scale installation.
Tuesday 9 August – Book Repurposing Up-cycle old books into cool Book Art with some folding, cutting and gluing! Tuesday 13 September – Traditional Photography Danica Chappell is an artist exploring traditional photographic history and methods. She will lead a workshop where you can produce your own prints, using historic methods of photography.
Special Event Bookings preferred: 9706 8441
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Heritage Hill open art day:
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"Cultural Threads" Sunday 7 August 12pm - 4pm
Heritage Hill All ages Gold coin donation at the door $5 for the valuation
Make, see, do at Heritage Hill Open Art Day! Bring along your family and friends to explore Heritage Hill. Take a Heritage tour and have some fun making some crafty things.
Special Event Enquiries: greaterdandenong.com/arts or phone 8571 1666
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Monday Midday Movies 12pm
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Ages Cost
Walker Street Gallery and Arts Centre All ages $5 for the movie $12 for movie and lunch
Come along for an intimate movie experience at Walker Street Gallery to watch some classic films which delight the young and young at heart. Monday 8 August: Gentlemen Prefer Blondes Monday 5 September: To Catch a Thief Monday 3 October: Take Me Out to the Ball Game
Special Event Bookings: greaterdandenong.com/arts or phone 8571 1666
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Basket weaving with adrienne kneebone Monday 8 & 15 August 10.30am - 12.30pm
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Heritage Hill 16+ Adults $15 per class Concession $12 per class
In this hands-on workshop you’ll learn the traditional techniques to basket weaving. Over two weeks you’ll learn how to create baskets using the Coiled Basketry and Blanket Stitch techniques.
Special Event Enquiries: greaterdandenong.com/arts or phone 8571 1666
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Garden Melodies Wednesdays 10.30am - 11.30am (morning tea from 10am)
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Heritage Hill All ages $8.50
Take the time to make a cuppa and enjoy some beautiful live melodies from some well-loved local artists.
Wednesday 17 August – Jane O’Toole A morning not to be missed, Jane O’Toole will delight you with a mix of musical and opera favourites, as well as some old-time ballads and songs. Wednesday 14 September – Chris Newman Chris is a renowned, well respected and popular solo artist. He performs many different genres ranging from old time through to Country, and Rock and Roll.
Special Event Bookings: greaterdandenong.com/arts or phone 8571 1666
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Fusion Theatre
Community Arts in Dandenong
Connection Gallery Connection Gallery is a group of emerging artists from Monash University who love to share their passion, experience and knowledge. With a belief that art is for everybody, Connection Gallery provides programs for the community to participate in. For more information, visit www.connectiongallery. com.au or contact Mehdi at jaghurimehdi@yahoo.com.au or call 0435 043 329.
Fusion Theatre is a Dandenong based Theatre Company, which welcomes performers of all abilities, and reflects the diversity of our community. For more information contact Jo Raphael (artistic director) jo.raphael@deakin.edu.au or 0407 301 378.
Space2B: READY TO FLY PROGRAM Ready to Fly is a personsalised mentor and training program for local refugees. It’s designed to help them start their own small business, using their creative skills. Developed with and for newly arrived creatives, the program is a platform to form connections, get real life work experience and work side-by-side with established designers. For more information, contact Lucy or Janine at hello@ space2be.com.au.
Enquiries: greaterdandenong.com/arts or phone 8571 1666
BOOKING INFO For all booking enquiries, please phone or visit The Drum’s Box Office: 8571 1666 226 Lonsdale Street, Dandenong Monday – Friday, 9am – 5pm Bookings are essential. To purchase or for further information phone 8571 1666 or visit greaterdandenong.com/arts
VENUE INFORMATION Drum Theatre 226 Lonsdale Street, Dandenong The Castle Hemming’s Park, Dandenong (enter via the service lane) Heritage Hill & Historical Gardens 66 McCrae Street, Dandenong Walker Street Gallery & Arts Centre Corner of Walker & Robinsons streets, Dandenong Dandenong Library 225 Lonsdale Street, Dandenong Springvale Library 411 Springvale Road, Springvale