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Courses & Activities Term 4 2017
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ICE Education Program for Families Mental Health Week Celebration
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M.A.P.S. Pre-School
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Little da Vincis Bells and Beats Yoga for Kids Move, Groove and Sing! Music and Movement Accredited Training
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Provide Responsible Service of Alcohol Use Hygienic Practices for Food Safety
Lifestyle
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Yoga Classes Budgeting for Christmas How to manage the Silly Season Meditation Classes Zumba & Zumba Gold Gambling Information Sessions Learn to Cook Paella Adult Vocal Ensemble Mental Health Workshop
Computers & Technology Free Tech Help iPad for Beginners Online Shopping
Children / Youth
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The Lab Guitar 4 Kids Young Wolves Experimental Painting Class
Arts & Craft
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Quirky Craft Sit and Sew Studio 14 Painting with Parkinson’s
ICE Education Program for Families
‘Breakthrough’ is an initiative of the Victorian Government’s Ice Action Plan. This two night program covers key issues about ice, it’s effects on the brain and body, the relationship between drug use and mental health, strategies for dealing with the ice user and access to support and resources. The program is equally suitable for both interested community members and families who are directly impacted by a loved one’s ice use. When | Thursday 19th and 26th October 6.30-8.30pm Attendance is free but registration is essential via www.breakthroughforfamilies.com/ or call Fiona Raw on 5261 2583
Mental Health Week Celebration
Jan Cheatley (Resident Counsellor), will facilitate an interactive program where people can share and learn from each other’s experiences. We will explore ways of improving our mental well-being and offer strategies to enhance our quality of life. We will look at the power of; Self talk, Self esteem, Mindfulness, Shifting depression and Gratitude approaches. Bring your ideas and ways of lightening the journey. Look forward to some empowering new mind sets! Morning tea included. When | Thursday 26th October 9am-11am Attendance is free but RSVP essential via 5261 2583
M.A.P.s MORNING ACTIVITY PROGRAM FOR KIDS & PARENTS Little da Vincis: Mondays 9.30-10.00am for 3-5 yrs - Painting, drawing, cutting and pasting. Lots of fun craft activities, prepare to get messy! Bells & Beats: Tuesdays 9.30-10am and 10.30am-11am for 0-5 yrs Songs, music, movement, dance & fun with instruments Yoga for Kids: New! Tuesdays 11.30-12.00pm - fast and active play while warming up to and playing with Yoga poses. Suitable for walking to 3 year old. Move, Groove and Sing!: Wednesdays 9.30-10am for 0-5 yrs - Packed full of fun and energetic action songs and activities to get your little ones singing, moving and grooving! Music and Movement: Thursdays 9.30-10am for 0-5 yrs - A creative movement program in which children sing, dance and explore fun ways of moving to music All sessions are $3 per child—just turn up! Term time only. PRAMS OUTSIDE PLEASE UNLESS YOU HAVE A SLEEPING BABY. All sessions work best with parent/carer involvement and participation.
www.springcreekcommunityhouse.org.au
Accredited Training Provide Responsible Service of Alcohol
(SITHFAB201) This course meets the requirements for workplaces in responsible service of alcohol within the hospitality industry or within local sporting clubs. This unit will give the learner a statement of attainment for the unit completed as part of the Certificate II in Hospitality. When | Thursday 23rd November 6pm-10pm (4 hours) Cost | $70 Enrolments | 5255 4294
Use Hygienic Practices for Food safety SITXFSA101 (Food Handling) In this one day course you shall learn the fundamental information required to work safely and hygienically with food. When | TBA (7 hours) Cost | $130 Enrolments | 5255 4294 These courses are provided by Ocean Grove Neighbourhood Centre (RTO) but take place at Spring Creek Community House.
Lifestyle All Abilities Yoga Class Yoga can be practised by EveryBody no matter your ability! ‘I find the benefits of Yoga so valuable to individuals with special needs and I draw on creativity and uses of props to make classes engaging and an enjoyable experience! ‘ Rachel Thompson, instructor. When | Mondays 1.15pm Cost | $15 casual Reservations 0423 532 236 (NDIS registered provider)
How to manage the ‘Silly Season’ A light hearted look at the inevitable stress in our lives and how we deal with it, especially pre Xmas! We’ll share easy to use strategies and techniques to ease the load. We’ll also explore responses to stress that are realistic, healthy and effective. When | Thursday 9th November 11am-12pm Cost | Gold coin
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Yoga for Wholeness Classes combine a balance of Asana (postures), Pranayama (breath), Meditation and Relaxation. Drawing together the aspects of Body, Mind and Spirit. For new and current Yoga practitioners. When | Fridays 9.15am-10.30am term time (last session for year 15th December) Cost
| $12 casual
Budgeting for Christmas
Dzogchen Meditation
Do you overspend each Christmas and then struggle through January and beyond? In this fun workshop with ‘Frugal Fiona’, learn how to crack a Christmas budget (instead of an overpriced bonbon) along with other ways to save money around Christmas time!
The ancient art of Dzogchen meditation allows the mind, body and energy to rest all at once. Attendees will be taken through guided mindfulness and Shamatha meditation practices to help focus and calm the mind. When | Fortnightly on Sundays between 10am and 11am Cost | $10 per session
When | Thursday 9th November 1pm-2pm Cost | Gold coin RSVP essential: 5261 2583
Meditation through Chanting Experience the purifying effect of Yoga Kirtan. Free ‘Meditation through Chanting’ every second Wednesday. When | Every second Wednesday 6.30-8.00pm Cost | Free Enquiries 5248 3713
Sunday Community Meditation Group Learn how to heal your body and still your mind for health and wellbeing. Beginners welcome. When | Every Sunday 10am to 11am. Term time only Cost | Gold coin donation Registration: Call or text Nikki on 0400 497 024
Contact: Alex 0407 018 498
Zumba & Zumba Gold Zumba is a fusion of Latin dance, music and rhythm with a full body aerobic workout which burns calories and gets you fit without even realising it! When | Mondays 5pm-5.45pm Zumba Gold (lower intensity class) and Zumba 6pm-7pm Cost | $10 per class, 6 class pre-paid card $50, 10 class pre-paid card $80 No booking required
Gambling Information Sessions These sessions will cover some of the issues around gambling as well as ways to get help for a person struggling to control or stop their gambling or those loved ones who’d like to gain strategies and support to manage. When | Thursday 7th September 2-3pm, also Thursday October 12th 2-3pm Cost: Free Registrations: Barb 5278 8122
SPRING CREEK COMMUNITY HOUSE - Office Hours 9am-2pm Mon-Fri
14 Price Street Torqua
Living and Learning Locally
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Learn to cook Paella Learn to make a delicious seafood Paella with our tutor Julie. Participants will help in the preparation and share the finished product. Bring a container to take your share home in! When | Monday 20th November 1.30-3.30 Cost
| $15 person. Max 8
Enrolments essential 5261 2583
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Computers & Technology Free Tech Help Do you need help with your phone/laptop? Jezza can help! When | Wednesdays 9.30am1pm Cost | Free Register for a 40 minute one on one appointment 5261 2583 (maximum 2 appointments per term) Contact 5261 2583
Adult Vocal Ensemble This popular singing group is open to anyone, beginner or experienced, who loves to sing. Teaching basic singing technique and part-singing skills through a variety of musical styles. When | Tuesdays 5.30-7.00 term time only Cost | $10 per week Enrolment essential 5261 2583
Mental Health Workshop ‘Building a Future (BAF) Snapshot’ is a free two session workshop in which Wellways Australia introduces participants to the complexities of mental health and suggests coping strategies when things go off kilter. The program provides family members, friends and carers of someone living with mental health issues with essential information and support. See page 11 for further information. Afternoon tea provided. When | Wednesday 18th & 25th October 1.30-4.30pm Enrolments via Janette Korolew 5292 1686 or jkorolew@wellways.org
Tel: 5261 2583
Children / Youth The Lab
The Lab welcomes ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder) children between the ages of 9 and 17 with a knack for all things technological! With a great social atmosphere for budding programmers, digital artists and general techno-geeks looking for a safe place to learn or just have fun playing Minecraft or dungeons and dragons style gaming. When | Mondays 4.30-6.30pm Cost | $20 per session Contact justin@thelab.org.au to enrol and for further details
iPad for Beginners This course will introduce you to your iPad. Learn how to navigate through the various screens, control the settings so they work best for you, make the best use of contacts, maps, email, your calendar, notes and a variety of pre- installed apps. Discover some wonderful apps that can make your life even more fun and exciting. Join the ever growing community of iPad users who are changing the way we look and interact with the world. No prior knowledge required. When | Wednesdays 1pm-3pm starting November 1st for five weeks Cost | $105 Contact 5261 2583 to enrol
Online Shopping Meet our new tutor Emma Martin and learn about Online Shopping including; risks, fraud and scams. Be shown a typical shopping cart system. Learn how to make a purchase and what to expect from most online retailers. Look at different types of online purchases and how their basic shopping cart systems work, i.e. ticket purchases, hotel stay bookings, groceries, clothing, etc. When | Tuesday October 31st 10.30am-12.30pm Cost | $25 Contact 5261 2583 to enrol
Guitar 4 Kids Lessons are aimed at introducing your child to music basics and playing guitar in a fun and easy going way. Sarah is a qualified music teacher with over fifteen years experience. When | Mondays,Wednesdays and Thursdays Cost | $12.50 for half hour Contact Sarah 0466 113 138
Young Wolves: Tutoring Maths and Literacy
Grades 5 & 6, free 40 minute tutoring sessions in Maths and Literacy. When | Tuesdays and Thursdays (Term Time) 4.00 pm - 6.00 pm Cost | Free Registration/enquiries: 5261 2583
Experimental Painting Class - years 8-12 Come along and have fun creating different techniques with Water colours. Aquarells, solid and liquid watercolours will be explored. Professional Artist and Qualified Art Teacher, Denise Walker, will provide students with an exciting program filled with enquiry learning, demonstrations and examples. Art education is woven into the 8 week program starting Wed 18th October, Term 4, 4.30. All materials are included along with lots of take home media to use. Call Denise on 0409 981210 or email info@denisewalkerart.com
email: administration@torquaycommunityhouse.org.au
Advertised commencement dates are subject to change (postponing rather than cancelling) Whilst every effort is made to advise clients of variations, always enquire with us to establish the current situation Telephone: 5261 2583 Office Hours: 9am to 3.30pm Monday to Thursday Email: administration@torquaycommunityhouse.org.au
Web Site: www.springcreekcommunityhouse.org.au
Community Groups, Support and Referral Services Available at SCCH Arts & Crafts Quirky Craft
Come and join our group; bring your craft, work on projects together and take part in special workshops. Every Wednesday 10.30am-12pm
Sit and Sew
ENROLMENT AND PAYMENT OPTIONS: In person, Online, Cash, Cheque, Money Order, EFTPOS or Credit card Enrolment not confirmed until receipt of payment Cancellations will incur a 10% administration fee and no refund is payable if cancellation is received less than 5 working days prior to the commencement date. Special circumstances may be taken into consideration. If Spring Creek Community House deems it necessary to cancel the course, a full refund will be payable.
This newly established group welcomes all who would like to get together for a sew and a chat! When | 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month 1.303.30pm Cost | $3 per session
Studio 14
Join this friendly & informal group with Acrylics with Jan Dick on Tuesdays and Watercolours on Thursdays with Pat McKenzie 1.00pm 3.30 $20 membership each term (per class) and tutor fee per session.
Painting with Parkinson’s WHERE TO FIND US ...
This art therapy program is fun, therapeutic and social and with art activities designed to help people living with conditions like Parkinson’s, MS, Early Onset Dementia and Acquired Brain Injury. This session is led by Art Therapists. When | Mondays weekly term Time 10.45am-12.45pm
NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS Sundays 5pm-6.30pm A.A. (Alcoholics Anonymous) Wednesdays 7.30-8.30pm SURF COAST LEGAL AID By appointment only 5261 2583 FOOD AID DROP OFF POINT SPRING CREEK COUNSELLING BOOK CLUB 3rd Tuesday of month 7.309.00pm JUSTICE OF THE PEACE Every Friday 10am - 11am (term time) BOOK EXCHANGE & JIGSAW LIBRARY Monday to Friday 9am-1pm Enquiries 5261 2583 COMMUNITY KITCHEN Mondays 10am-1pm, 5261 2583 MORNING ACTIVITY PROGRAM STUDIO 14 YOUNG WOLVES QUIRKY CRAFT/SIT N SEW
FARMGATE FOODS U3A SURFCOAST TAX HELP FREE TECH HELP
Cost | $10 per session all materials included Please be advised that anyone who requires mobility assistance on a visit to the house will need to have their carers remain with them.
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