TERM 4 PROGRAM ~ 2016 CHALK PAINTING WORKSHOP Furniture Painting with Chalk powder Dates: Time: lunch Cost:
CELEBRATE SENIORS WEEK
Saturday 29th October 9.30 for a 10am start to 3pm. BYO $160
Kaylene will introduce you to the world of chalk paint and how easy it is to transform a tired piece of furniture into a new cherished piece. You learn a step by step process in the preparation of your furniture piece, the mixing and the application of Webster’s chalk paint. We will also explore the protective and decorative finishes using the beautiful all natural L’Essentiel waxes. You will also receive a Workshop Goodie Bag with everything you need to begin your painting journey. Requirements list available when you enrol.
WEDNESDAY 5TH OCTOBER Activities throughout the day. Starting the day with Steady Feet class at 9. 30 Bingo at 11.00 Free Community Lunch at 12.30 (booking required) After lunch our guest speaker Years Ahead presentation from the RACV Door prize and bingo prizes from local businesses. We also have a range of Tai chi and fitness classes see the Shire Brochure and our website for details
BUSINESS BASICS Date:
Starting Monday 3rd October fortnightly over 10 weeks. Time: 9.30-12.30pm Cost: $150 Do you run a small business and want help or have a business idea for a product or service and run a business from home. This course will provide you with the skills and knowledge to plan, set up and operate your home based business. This course will mainly be run in a face to face classroom with resources and activities also provided online. Participants in this class may be able to access our *Family Learning Support funding to subsidise the cost of childcare to participate in this course. *Eligibility requirements apply
COMMUNICATING WITH SOCIAL MEDIA Date: Thursday 20th October —1st December Time: 7.00 to 9.00pm Cost: $120 Social Media is the new way to communicate. Implement social media strategies that source new members or customers, and connect with your community. An introduction for existing and new businesses to understand how to harness social media to build the business. You will learn marketing skills, define your goals and implement a social media strategy using various platforms to reach your customers. Participants in this class may be able to access our *Family Learning Support funding to subsidise the cost of childcare to participate in this course. Getting started, setting up your small business. A combination of face to face and online study.
W: www.meredithcommunitycentre.com.au E: learnlocal@meredithcommunitycentre.com.au http://www.facebook.com/MeredithCommunityCentre 4 Russell St. Meredith Vic. 3333 Ph. 5286 0700 Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9am to 3pm Friday Closed
COMPUTER
TECHNOLOGY CLASSES
COMPUTERS NEXT STEP Intel ® Easy Steps Dates: Time: Cost:
Wednesday 19th October– 30th November 7 weeks 9:30-12pm $80 (Tuition $22/resource $43)
20 hours that could change your life... If the world of computers baffles you but you are finding you need to learn some basic skills to move into the digital world? Intel® Learn Easy Steps will give you the practical skills you need.
IPADS NEXT STEP at MEREDITH Dates: Time: Cost:
Wednesday 19th October– 30th November 7 weeks 1-3pm $70 (Tuition $22/resource $43)
Every time we have this class participants are amazed at all of the things that they had not realised their iPad can do. We explore your iPad in more depth. You can try before you buy using one of our class iPads to help you decide if it is a useful tool for you. Explore operations, trouble shooting and help. Check out books, photos and apps to suit your own interests.
CREATE A WORDPRESS WEBSITE Date: Time: Cost:
Wednesday 26th October-7th December 6-8pm $85
There are millions of WordPress sites around the world. WordPress is an amazing, flexible and easy to use application that you can use to create and maintain a website for your business or for your hobby or personal interest. Learn how to create your own website platform which you can easily maintain yourself.
OTHER GROUPS MEREDITH SEW N SEWS Bring along whatever you are working on and join this group to get your projects completed in a friendly social setting. Meets Mondays at the Meredith Community Centre in the Studio, from 1.30—3.30pm
MEREDITH GARDEN CLUB– NEW We are looking for expressions of interest to start up the Meredith Gardening club to be held at the Meredith Community Centre. Are you interested in sharing ideas and information, Or get the new garden beds planted up and growing at the centre.
CREATIVE PAINTING—FOLK ART Dates: Friday from 7th October Time: 9.30-11.30pm Cost: $5 per class Have fun and learn to use acrylic paints for painting pictures and decorating a variety of items.
PERSONAL INTEREST RIBBON STAR QUILT Date: Wednesday 9th November Time: 10.00-3.00pm Cost: $40 Please collect materials list Make a simple ribbon star block using strip piecing, then choose to put it together with simple sashing, or on point with striped triangles.
LEARN ABOUT YOUR MACHINE AND BASIC SEWING Dates: Monday 7th & 14th November Time: 10-12pm Cost: $25 In this class you will learn how to use your sewing machine and overlocker. Also learn how to make a basic garment, hemming and use a commercial pattern. Materials will be supplied. BYO your own sewing machine or use one of ours.
BEAUTIFUL BEADS Date: Sunday 30th October Time: 10.00 – 3.00 pm Cost: $60. Including clay, jewellery findings and materials. Explore the delights of working with polymer clay which lends itself to a wide range of effects to make your own unique jewellery. This introductory course will show you where to begin, the tools you need and how to create stunning and wearable jewellery. You will be amazed at what you can create.
NATURAL SKIN CARE PRODUCTS Date: Time: Cost:
Saturday 12th November 10-12.30pm $50 Maximum 8 places available Learn how to make skincare products such as moisturiser, luscious lip balm, and gentle body scrub from pure, natural household items. Ingredients, jars and recipes provided. Wear old clothes or bring an apron as this is a hands-on class.
COOKING CLASSES: Gluten free & PIZZA OVEN We are planning cooking sessions in Term 4 which will be advertised in the Meredith Newsletter, Facebook and our website when dates are confirmed. Please register your interest so we can keep you informed.
TUCKERS INFORMATION SESSION Date: Monday 17th October Time: 10.30—11.30am Cost: FREE Session Federal Budget changes are coming for retirees. We can explain how you can maximise your pension entitlement by using smart funeral planning. Tuckers are offering free information talks for community groups to explain the benefits of pre paid funeral bonds.
HEALTH AND WELL-BEING TAI CHI
FUN AND FITNESS FUN FITNESS FOR EVERYONE –Katrina Date: Friday 7th October —16th December 2-3pm Cost: $99.00 11 weeks or $10 Casual At the Meredith Community Centre. “Strength and fitness” class suitable for all age groups. Suitable for men and women of all fitness levels and abilities and will benefit those with health conditions, including osteoporosis, arthritis, diabetes and chronic heart disease. All classes are supervised by a qualified and experienced trainer.
Tai Chi is a moving form of meditation, with a low impact on the body that helps to maintain a healthy body and mind. Each class is structured to ease the participant through particular movements. Participants of varying ages and abilities are encouraged to learn at their own pace, gaining greater strength and balance. The advanced class with Patricia shows you advanced moves in Tai Chi that help with your physical and mental-well being. Desma’s and Sandra’s classes introduce you to the moves that help you learn to control your breathing and improve your well-being.
STEADY FEET IN MEREDITH Steady Feet is a program designed for older adults to reduce the risk of falls by performing exercises to challenge the balance systems and to increase strength and flexibility of the lower limb muscles. The program will consist of weekly sessions (including a pre-test session and a post-test session excluding school and public holidays). Each session, conducted by qualified exercise professionals, will run for approximately one hour, incorporating an exercise component and an opportunity to socialise and have a cup of tea or coffee afterwards. Before commencing the program all participants will require a signed medical check by their Doctor within the last 12 months. Continuing on Wednesdays 5th October until 30th November 2016 9.30-10.30am (45 minutes to 1 hour of exercises) at the Meredith Community Centre, 4 Russell Street, Meredith – In the studio $5.00 per session If you have more questions or would like to register your interest please contact Andrew Smith from the Bannockburn YMCA on 52812316 or email bannockburn@ymca.org.au
WEEKNIGHT WORK OUT–Michael At the Meredith Community Centre. Date: Wednesday evenings Time: 5-6pm Cost: $100.00 10 weeks Week night workouts is an instructed fitness class for people of all ages who cannot make it through the day due to work or family. Instructed by Michael who has a background in Exercise Science, he aims to provide classes that are fun as well as physically challenging.
Intro Meredith @ Community Centre Date:
Tuesday October 4th-December 6th
Duration
10 weeks,
Time:
9.30-10.30am
Cost:
$115
Teacher:
Sandra
$13 Casual
Advanced - Meredith @ Meredith Memorial Hall, Date:
Tuesday October 4th-December 6th
Duration
10 weeks
Time:
11.30-12.30pm
Cost:
$115 $13 Casual
Teacher:
Patricia
Bannockburn - Evening class for inner health @ Bannockburn Family Services Centre Date:
Tuesday October 4th-December 6th
Duration: 10 Weeks Time:
5-6pm OR 6-30-7.30pm
Cost:
$115
Teacher:
Desma
$13 Casual
Teesdale @ Teesdale Hall Date:
Thursday October 6th-December 8th
Duration: 10 weeks Time:
9.30am-10.30am
Cost:
$115
Teacher:
Desma
$13 Casual
ACTIVITIES AND SERVICES
MYGOV MADE EASY WORKSHOP Monday 17th October 10.00am-11.00am
Occasional Care We have experienced and qualified childcare educators committed to providing a quality service in a warm friendly environment. Our program is designed to meet the individual needs of your child and the needs of the group. We welcome you to come and visit the Centre and talk to our staff. 3 Hour sessions—Mon, Tue and Thur 9.15 to 12.15 5 Hour sessions—Wed and Fri 9.15 to 2.15 Kinder pick up session Mon, Tue and Thur 2.00 to 3.15. Children will be either taken over to the Primary school by our teacher to join the after school program at 3.15 or you can collect your kinder and school aged child at the same time. The service is registered with DET so that you can access the Childcare Benefit and Childcare Rebate, which assists in making care in our Centre affordable. We currently have vacancies so give us a call
Caring staff and a quality program
Centrelink are providing a workshop to assist you set up and use myGov, a way to access government services online. A secure myGov account lets you link a range of Australian Government services and access them all in one place. Venue: Meredith Community Learning Hub, 4 Russell Street, Meredith Enquiries and RSVP: Kim 5342 7000 or NorthernCommunityCentre2@gplains.vic.gov.au Cost: Free
OTHER USER GROUPS MEREDITH LIONS CLUB Lions club meet the first Tuesday of the month at the Meredith Community Centre contact 0473 380 552 for more details.
MEREDITH LANDCARE Meredith Landcare, contact 5286 1250
POLICE PADDOCKS Meredith Police Paddocks, contact 5286 1273
MEREDITH PLAYGROUP Held on Thursdays from 9.30-11.30am Various fun activities are organised over the term for the children. This is a great way to meet other parents and children in the community. Contact the Centre for further information.
OTHER SERVICES PUBLIC INTERNET-COMPUTER Internet and computers available for public use on Mon, Tues, Wed and Thurs only when qualified staff are in attendance. $2.00 per hour plus a printing charge. PHOTOCOPYING: Black & white and colour. During office hours. LAMINATING This service is available for sizes A3 & A4.
MEREDITH NEWSLETTER news@meredithnews.com.au
ROOM HIRE
The Community Centre has rooms to hire for group meetings as well as for training purposes. Great local facilities at Reasonable rates.
GOLDEN PLAINS MOBILE LIBRARY Every Thursday 9.00-10.30am.
MATERNAL HEALTH NURSE Contact Golden Plains Shire service on 5220 7230. Please check our website for more information about our Learn local programs funded through the Victorian government.
ENROLMENT INFORMATION The Meredith Community Centre aim to provide activities to suit a range of tastes and interests. Sometimes if we do not have sufficient enrolments to cover our costs we may not be able to run and advertised class. COURSE FEES All ACFE classes are in line with the Ministerial Fees and Charges Policy. Additional Course amenity fees may apply.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT The Meredith Community Centre acknowledges the ongoing funding and support made available by the State Government of Victoria ( Adult & Community and Further Education (ACFE) and the Department of Health & Human Services.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES We welcome and encourage people of all abilities within our region to participate in the classes and activities offered at the Community Centre. PRIVACY This organization respects your right to information privacy. Information collected is held in accordance with the Privacy Laws. Please contact the House if you would like any further information on privacy.