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WHITEHORSE CALENDAR
Whitehorse Performing Arts
Higher Power - Melbourne Chamber Orchestra
We depart with Bach in his relentless quest for perfection in the Brandenburg concertos, and find Ross Edwards in one of his most tranquil and contemplative moods for Veni creator spiritus. Polyphonic Voices join MCO, inviting you into choral music’s warm embrace.
When: Saturday 6 May, 7.30pm
Where: One Community, Blackburn
Cost: Full $55, Conc $52, Under 30s $30
Sparrows of Kabul
Fred Smith and band present this extraordinary song cycle on Australia’s involvement in Afghanistan, culminating in the dramatic evacuation from Kabul in August 2021.
When: Saturday 27 May, 7.30pm
Where: One Community, Blackburn
Cost: Full $52, Conc $49, Under 30s $30
WIN! Whitehorse performing arts has a double pass to Sparrows of Kabul on Saturday 27 May at 7.30pm to give away this month. The first person to call the Box Office on 9262 6555 at 10am on Tuesday 16 May will win.
Activate Whitehorse
Family pram walking group
The walks will begin and finish at Britannia Mall in Mitcham with a stop at Halliday Park. The Parent Resource Officer will be available to answer any questions about Council services.
When: Thursday 4 and 11 May, 10am to 12pm.
Where: Britannia Mall, Mitcham Age Range: All parents and carers of children aged 0 to 3.
Cost: Free. Plus a free coffee voucher Bookings essential: www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/activate
Parenting Information Forums
School Readiness
This webinar will help you understand more about when to send your child to school, what your child needs for a positive transition to school and how to support them at home.
When: Wednesday 17 May, 7pm to 8:30pm
Age Range: Parents of Children
4-6 years
Cost: Free online webinar
Bookings essential: from 15 April, www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/ school-readiness-0
Pruning keeps trees clear of power lines
Mums on Drums
It Takes Two
Join Karla Hillam and Jonathan Guthrie-Jones as they take you back to the 50s, 60s, 70s and the 80s performing their favourite duets.
When: Wednesday 10 May, 11am
Where: Stairway, Vermont
Cost: Full $22 Group (10+) $20, Complimentary morning tea
Melbourne International Comedy Festival Roadshow
Get ready for a stellar line-up with Roadshow favourites alongside the most talked-about breakthrough stars of the moment, together in one jam-packed show.
When: Tuesday 16 May, 7.30pm
Where: One Community, Blackburn
Cost: Full $45, Conc $42, Under 30s $30
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FESTIVAL
The Push All-Ages Tour –Teenage Dads and JAGUAR JONZE headlining.
This event is being staged and programmed by local young people, through the Victorian Government FReeZA program –a youth development initiative that provides young people with industry skills and experiences in staging events in their local communities.
When: Friday 12th May
Where: Box Hill Town Hall
Cost: $30 (plus booking fees)
Bookings essential: bit.ly/43nS6W6
Mums are invited to drum it out this Mother’s Day with professional drummer Kofi, Kunkpe. Kunkpe is a musician from Ghana, West Africa, who is passionate about sharing his culture. This event is open to all skill levels and abilities.
When: Friday 12 May, 11am-1pm
Where: Britannia Mall
Cost: Free
Bookings essential: www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/activate
Pruning will occur in Forest Hill during May. Pruning is done in accordance with the Electric Safety (Electric Line Clearance) Regulations 2020 and also with Council’s Electric Line Clearance Management Plan.
More information: www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/ naturestrips
Kids Immunisations
Council provides free vaccinations against infectious diseases for children aged from six weeks to 19 years old, as well as a limited range of vaccines for eligible adults in accordance with the National Immunisation Program Schedule.
Zero Waste Produce Bag Making Workshop
Zero Waste Victoria are running a DIY produce bag making workshop using pre-loved curtains. No sewing experience necessary.
When: Friday 5 May, 12pm-2pm
Where: Red Activation Pod, Box Hill Mall
Cost: Free
Council has a booking system for the Public Immunisation Program. To make a booking, please phone 9262 6197. Those without a booking will not be vaccinated. Scan the QR code for the immunisation schedule:
