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October 2019

SeniorsFestival

Glen Eira City Council

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Mayor’sWelcome

It is with great pleasure that I invite senior residents of Glen Eira to take part in this year’s Seniors Festival. This year’s theme Go for it epitomises that the festival is the perfect opportunity for all senior members of our community to take part in a range of activities available throughout the Festival.

Over the month of October, Glen Eira City Council will host a range of events and activities that celebrate the diversity of our senior residents and promote healthy ageing.

The Glen Eira Seniors Festival is a wonderful opportunity to demonstrate our commitment to our senior residents. In this brochure you will find details of concerts, seminars, walking tours, talks, library activities and social and physical activities conducted by both council and community groups. Activities will be held throughout the municipality highlighting the diverse interests that shape the lives of our senior citizens.

I encourage you, your friends and family to participate in the wide variety of cultural, social, physical and intellectual pursuits across our City.

I thank the various community groups who will open their doors and welcome new senior residents to join in their activities.

There is definitely something for everyone in this year’s program and I look forward to seeing you in October. Remember to Go for it and celebrate the 2019 Seniors Festival in Glen Eira.

Jamie Hyams Mayor of Glen Eira

Glen Eira City Council Seniors Festival 2019

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How to use this booklet:The events and activities in this brochure are listed in two sections:• Council events — page 4 to 23.• Community events — page 24 to 39.

How to participate in the Festival:1. Read through the booklet and choose the events and activities that you

would like to participate in.2. Take note of the booking date, booking requirements and phone number.3. Make contact on the relevant date and phone number.4. Turn up, meet new people, learn new things and have a great time.

All event details were correct at time of printing, but are subject to change without notice.

Eight days of free public transportAs a Victorian Seniors card holder, you can get out and explore metropolitan Melbourne and regional Victoria with free travel from Sunday 6 October to Sunday 13 October.

How to travelRemember to always carry your Seniors myki and Victorian Seniors Card with you on public transport. Touch on and off as usual, you won’t be charged.

On regional services that don’t use myki, show your Victorian Seniors Card to the conductor or bus driver.

Where you can goYou’ll be able to travel for free on all public transport in Victoria, including:

• Melbourne trains, trams and buses; and• regional trains, coaches and buses (including regional town bus services).

Some private bus operators and airport services are excluded, find out more at ptv.vic.gov.au

We recommend travelling during off-peak hours (weekdays between 9am and 4pm, or after 6pm, and on weekends) — you’ll be more likely to find a seat.

All events have disabled access and/or toilets, unless otherwise stated.

CouncilEvents

CELEBRATING SENIORS AND WHO WE ARE

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Love Cosies 1–30 October

Carnegie Library and Community Centre — Foyer 7 Shepparson Avenue, Carnegie

Cost: FreeBookings: Not requiredContact: Council’s Service Centre

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Love Cosies: The Tea Cosy project is an initiative of Celebrate Ageing. The project has recently been an opportunity for local preschool children to share their thoughts about an older person in their life. The result is a display of pictures words and drawings that offer older people the opportunity to feel the warmth and love that others have for them.

Residents are invited to visit the display and children can have fun at the craft bench creating their own Love Cosy picture to add to the display or take home to a loved older person.

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Caulfield Park Pavilion Balaclava Road, Caulfield North (Melway ref: 59 C12)

Cost: FreeBookings: Essential by

Tuesday 1 OctoberContact: Council’s Service Centre

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Join us for a wonderful informative afternoon with Kenton Penley Miller and the Melbourne Gay and Lesbian Chorus (MGLC).

The afternoon will begin with a guest performance by the MGLC. MGLC is an award-winning choir, with a passionate commitment to creating community through music. The Chorus offers a supportive environment for enjoyable learning

and performance and is a proud role model in the LGBTI community since its inception in 1990.

Kenton Penley Miller will discuss his role as Principal Advisor to the Commissioner for Gender and Sexuality. Kenton has worked in numerous LGBTI public health and social justice roles over the years. He has also been co-convenor of the Victorian Gay and Lesbian Rights Lobby, media spokesperson for Lesbian and Gay Community Action and helped with the establishment of Transgender Victoria.

A most enjoyable high tea will conclude the afternoon. Council invites all seniors to join them for this wonderful afternoon and a highlight of our festival events.

A conversation with Kenton Penley Miller with guest performance by the Melbourne Gay and Lesbian Chorus

Thursday 3 October 2pm–4pm


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Cost: See belowBookings: Not requiredContact: Glen Eira Leisure on

9575 7100 or email [email protected]

Take the opportunity from Monday 7 October to Sunday 13 October to find out about the range of classes that seniors can take part in.

Join us for morning tea on Monday 7 October at GESAC or Tuesday 8 October at Caulfield Recreation Centre and take the opportunity to chat with other members and also staff about what’s on offer.

Senior residents are invited to try some free sessions at Glen Eira Leisure during this week.

Activate membership (for over 60s) is just $17.95 per week and during October there is no joining and administration fees.

We look forward to helping all the seniors in the Glen Eira Community get active and healthy.

*Please note: participants must complete a health screen form before attending their free session.

Glen Eira Leisure special seniors offers

Monday 7 to Sunday 13 October

Glen Eira Sports and Aquatic Centre (GESAC) 200 East Boundary Road, Bentleigh East

Caulfield Recreation Centre 6 Maple Street, Caulfield


Morning walks in Glen Eira parks

Mondays throughout October 9.30am–10.30am

Caulfield Park Balaclava Road, Caulfield North (meet at car park adjacent to Caulfield Cricket Club Pavilion)

Wednesdays throughout October 9am–10am

Hodgson Reserve Higgins Road, Bentleigh (meet at Bentleigh McKinnon Youth Centre)


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Take time to enjoy a morning walk in beautiful surroundings during this year’s Festival. Council operates morning walks for seniors weekly at Caulfield Park and Hodgson Reserve. New participants can enjoy free walks throughout October. The one hour sessions include warm-up and cool down exercises.

Please note: wear loose, comfortable clothing and flat, non-slip, supportive shoes.

Mind GamesWednesdays and Fridays throughout October 2pm–4pm

Caulfield Library (Wednesdays)Bentleigh, Carnegie and Elsternwick Libraries (Fridays)

Cost: FreeBookings: Not requiredContact: library.gleneira.vic.gov.au

or 9524 3700

If you love chess, scrabble, word games, brain twisters and meeting people, then join our Mind Games groups for adults.

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Like a Yarn?

Wednesdays throughout October 2pm–3.30pm

Bentleigh Library Jasper Road, Bentleigh

Thursdays throughout October 11am–12.30pm

Carnegie Library and Community Centre Shepparson Avenue, Carnegie

Cost: FreeBookings: Not requiredContact: library.gleneira.vic.gov.au

or 9524 3700

Do you enjoy knitting, crochet or needlework and like to meet people with similar interests? Well gather your yarns and threads and come along.

Senior power strength training classes

Monday 7 October 9am–10am Thursday 10 October 9am–10am

Bentleigh Seniors Citizens Centre 2 Arthur Street, Bentleigh

Cost: FreeBookings: EssentialContact: Council’s Service Centre

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Senior power strength training classes provide a range of benefits, including increased muscle strength, improved balance and assistance in the prevention of bone fractures from osteoporosis. A range of hand held weights are available at the class. Participants need to bring an exercise mat or rug for floor exercises. Please wear loose, comfortable clothing and flat, non-slip, supportive shoes.

Please note: participants must complete a health screen form before attending their free session.


Caulfield Park Pavilion Balaclava Road, Caulfield North (Melway ref: 59 C12)

Cost: FreeBookings: Essential by Friday 4

OctoberContact: Council’s Service Centre

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Popular speaker Maggie Flanagan is back with a new workshop that is sure to inspire. Maggie is a wellness and nutrition coach, qualified trainer and teacher and a counsellor who has been conducting innovative community health education courses for 19 years, including the popular Super brain train workshop held during last year’s festival. Light refreshments will be provided.

How to eat healthy on a tight budget incorporates an interactive hands-on style, designed to facilitate connections between participants. Food sourcing, nutrition and preparation tips are woven between verbal and physical activities for an active and social-connectivity learning style. Notes and reading lists are available for participants. Aspects covered during the session include:

• sourcing food;• growing food;• connecting with community via food;• meal planning techniques and

recipes;• creating quality balanced meals; • breakfast/packed lunch ideas; • leftover ideas; and• healthier snacking.

How to eat healthy on a tight budgetTuesday 8 October 1.30pm–3.30pm

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Glen Eira Town Hall — Auditorium Corner Glen Eira and Hawthorn Roads, Caulfield

Cost: FreeBookings: Essential (bookings by

phone only) Open 10am Friday 13 September Limit of nine seats (a table) per booking

Contact: Council’s Service Centre on 9524 3333

Glen Eira City Council welcomes senior residents to a fabulous, free concert to celebrate the Seniors Festival.

Celebrating 20 years of concerts and unforgettable memories along the way; this fabulous show will feature charismatic and talented performers Susan Correll, David

Gould, Jennifer Lee, Col Perkins and Brendan Scott. Unforgettable Memories will highlight some of our favorite moments over those 20 years, ageless standards and songs from stage and screen.

Join us for a delightful afternoon of entertainment, as we reminisce with great music while enjoying a lovely afternoon tea.

Please note: this event is by reserved table seating only. This event is available for Glen Eira residents only.

Public transport is a great option to attend this event with free public travel available from Sunday 6 to Sunday 13 October.

Tram 64 Stop 54

Unforgettable Memories — Seniors ConcertFriday 11 October 1.30pm–3.45pm (doors open 1pm)

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Glen Eira Town Hall — Theatrette Corner Glen Eira and Hawthorn Roads, Caulfield

Cost: FreeBookings: Essential open 9am

Friday 13 SeptemberContact: library.gleneira.vic.gov.au

or 9524 3700

Join author and psychologist Gwenda Beed Davey for International Day of the Girl Child as she discusses her book Girl Talk highlighting how life has changed for Australian girls between 1910 and 2010 through the voices of 10 women.

In her book, the 10 Australian-born women talk about their childhood. Two world wars, the Great Depression and terrible epidemics like diphtheria and polio. Death was often not far away. But they never stopped dancing, or exploring, or playing.

Gwenda Beed Davey has drawn on her years of experience in child development and oral history to show what it was like to be a girl, in 1910, 1930, 1960, or 2010.

Limited access.

Girl Talk: One Hundred Years of Australian Girls’ ChildhoodFriday 11 October 7pm–8pm


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Elsternwick Historic walking tourMonday 14 October or Monday 21 October 2pm–4pm

Meeting place: Elsternwick Plaza Corner Glenhuntly Road and Elsternwick Place, Elsternwick

Cost: FreeBookings: Essential Contact: Council’s Service Centre

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Did you know that the first electric tram service ran down Glenhuntly Road in 1913? Or that Elsternwick Plaza was once used for bandstand concerts?

Join Council’s history and heritage officer on a tour around some of Elsternwick’s key historic sites. Tour includes a coffee stop at Caulfield-Elsternwick RSL.

Please note: this event may be cancelled in the case of inclement weather. Participants will be notified in advance.

Image credit: Elsternwick Railway Reserve (detail), c.1910. Image courtesy State Library of Victoria.

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Glen Eira Town Hall — Auditorium Corner Glen Eira and Hawthorn Roads, Caulfield

Cost: FreeBookings: Essential by Monday 14


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Scams can have significant financial and emotional implications. A partnership has been formed with Victoria Police and Neighbourhood Watch to deliver a Scams and Travelling Conmen Forum for Community Safety Month.

The Forum will highlight the various trends and deceiving tactics scammers may use when targeting their victims.

There will be an opportunity for Q and A and further discussion.

Light refreshments will be provided.

Topics covered in this session include: • identifying scams;• financial cost of scams;• different types of scams;• identity theft;• how to protect yourself;• telemarketing;• fake tradies and travelling

conmen; and• the role of Consumer Affairs

Victoria.


Scams and Travelling Conmen ForumTuesday 15 October 10am–12pm

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Cost: FreeBookings: Essential by Friday 11


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Are you a carer in Glen Eira? Do you provide care and support to a family member or friend who is an older person or who has a disability?

If so, take some time out and join us for the spectacular film The Greatest Showman starring Hugh Jackman.

Enjoy a light luncheon after the movie and chat with other carers.

Please advise us if you have specific food and/or mobility requirements.

Limited access.

Carer’s movie lunch — Carer’s Week Event: The Greatest Showman

Tuesday 15 October 10.30am–2pm

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Rippon Lea Estate 192 Hotham Road, Elsternwick

Cost: FreeBookings: Essential by Monday 14


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Feel like a break from your role as a carer? Never been to Rippon Lea Estate and Gardens? Then come along and enjoy a morning tea at Rippon Lea Estate and Gardens and chat to other carers.

After a splendid morning tea, Rippon Lea Estate’s caretaker will chat to the group about its history and then invite everyone to a free tour of the Estate and Gardens.

Rippon Lea Estate morning tea — Carer’s Week Event

Thursday 17 October 10am–12pm

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Cost: FreeBookings: Essential — bookings

open 9am, Thursday 19 September

Contact: library.gleneira.vic.gov.au or 9524 3700

Elio Simonetti is the real thing. Just watch him go voilà unlike anything anywhere. Pure wonders draped in delight. No camera tricks. There is only one Elio Simonetti. He’s flummoxed audiences everywhere. Now it’s your turn!

A vibrant blend of visual magic and cerebral illusion, speckled with curious anecdotes and a selected history of mystery, all presented with flair by artistic conjuror Elio Simonetti.

Please note: this magic show is for adults only. Although this show contains no profanity or coarse language, it is intended for adults rather than children. And after all, it will give you something to tell your grandkids about.

Limited access.

Works of Wonder



Glen Eira Town Hall — TheatretteCorner Glen Eira and Hawthorn Roads, Caulfield

Cost: FreeBookings: Essential by Thursday 17


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Three women meet for lunch in strange circumstances. First of all, the hostess fails to appear. Secondly, they all turn out to be widows, one of them still grieving. Gradually, the purpose for the ‘surprise’ lunch becomes clear.

Written by Alan Hopgood from the research of Dr Susan Feldman the play has been described as wicked and funny.

The play starring Margot Knight, Kirsty Child and Jenny Seedsman has toured widely and proved so popular that a second act was added to follow the later lives of the widows.

Join us for a glass of wine before the show then following the performance enjoy light refreshments and a chance to meet the cast.

Please note: doors open at 2pm.

Limited access.

Wicked Widows: A wickedly funny comedy by Alan Hopgood

Sunday 20 October 2pm–4.30pm, showtime: 2.30pm

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Pop-up playgroup and mini pets

Tuesday 22 October 9.30am–11.30am

118 Leila Road, Carnegie


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Come and join us for a morning of fun and games.

Playgroup Victoria will host a range of activities for the young and young at heart. We will also have mini pets to feed, pat and hold.

The playgroup will celebrate the connection between generations, bringing children, parents and seniors together.


Bus will depart Duncan MacKinnon Pavilion car park Corner North and Murrumbeena Roads, Murrumbeena

Cost: FreeBookings: Essential by Thursday 17

October (limited places available)

Contact: Council’s Service Centre on 9524 3333

The world class Springvale Botanical Cemetery is arguably Australia’s most beautiful cemetery with an abundance of highly landscaped gardens, towering trees, striking water features and more than 29,500 roses.

Join a fun and informative bus tour, which will showcase Springvale’s magnificent botanical gardens, multi-cultural diversity and history. You will discover that the Springvale Botanical Cemetery is a welcoming community space with a wonderful café and beautiful places to rest and relax.

After the tour, the Springvale Botanical Cemetery will give a short presentation on services available to suit all religious, cultural and personal preferences. The tour will conclude with a light lunch.

Please note: this tour is available for Glen Eira residents only. Bus will depart 10am sharp and return at approximately 2.30pm.

Springvale Botanical Cemetery tour

Tuesday 22 October 10am–2.30pm

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Town Hall history tour

Thursday 24 October 10.30am–12pm

Glen Eira Town Hall Corner Glen Eira and Hawthorn Roads, Caulfield

Meet at Service Centre foyer

Cost: FreeBookings: Essential by Tuesday 22


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Join Council’s history and heritage officer on an informative walk. You will discover how this local icon came to be. Hear about the many special events held within its walls.

The tour also includes light refreshments and a special viewing of the historical short film Caulfield: A Living City (1963).

Limited access.

Caring for personal collections

Monday 28 October 11am–12pm

Glen Eira Town Hall — Caulfield Cup Room Corner Glen Eira and Hawthorn Roads, Caulfield

Cost: FreeBookings: Essential Contact: Council’s Service Centre

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From antiques and heirlooms to letters and photographs, many of us have collections of personally significant materials but may be unsure how to best care for them.

Join Glen Eira City Council’s history and heritage officer who will take you through some of the risks to our personal collections and the simple things we can do to help preserve them.

Image credit: Caulfield Post Office and Court House, c.1914–1930. Image courtesy State Library of Victoria


Mallanbool Reserve Corner Leila and Murrumbeena Roads, Murrumbeena

Meet at Frogs Hollow Playground Packer Park, Leila Road Murrumbeena

Cost: FreeBookings: Essential by Tuesday 29


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Mallanbool Reserve is more than just a park. It’s a cultural and botanical trail on the history of the original

inhabitants of the area, the Boon Wurrung people of the Kulin nation.

Guided by a representative of the Boon Wurrung Foundation we will be taken on a journey through the First Nation people’s way of life, which included harvesting plants, fishing and hunting. The botanical element outlines the native plant life that was abundant before European settlement.

We invite residents to join us on the last day of the Seniors Festival with this fascinating guided walk followed by a light lunch.

Indigenous flora and fauna walk @ Mallanbool Reserve

Thursday 31 October 11am–1pm

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Glen Eira Town Hall — TheatretteCorner Glen Eira and Hawthorn Roads, Caulfield

Cost: FreeBookings: EssentialContact: 136 357 (quote Oakleigh seminars) or email [email protected]

Light supper will be served before each seminar.

Presented by the Department of Human Services Financial Information Services, an independent and unbiased service of the Australian Government.

Limited access.

Seminar one: Aged pension and your choices Wednesday 2 October

*Eligibility criteria, *Income and assets test, *Concessions

Seminar two: Understanding retirement income streams Monday 7 October

*How income streams work — both account-based and annuities *Investment considerations *Social security assessment *Tax assessment

Seminar three: Accommodation options in retirement Wednesday 16 October

*Downsizing *Retirement villages *Granny flats *Home equity conversion loans (please note: this seminar does not include aged care).

Seminar four: Aged care fees and charges Wednesday 23 October

*Overview of fees and charges for home care and permanent residential age care. *Options for your former home. *Pension issues.

Free financial information seminars

Seminars will run from 6.30pm–8.30pm

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CELEBRATING SENIORS AND WHO WE ARE

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Micare Carnegie Chinese Social Support Group

Tuesday 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 October, 9.30am–12.30pmCarnegie Chinese Social Support Group 64 Rosstown Road, Carnegie

Cost: $2Bookings: EssentialContact: 0410 799 771

Seniors from a Chinese background are invited to come and enjoy an opportunity to meet new people. Activities include gentle exercises, singing and storytelling, board games, crafts, outings and excursions and celebration of culturally significant events.

Scrabble

Tuesday 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 October, 10am

KG Putt Senior Citizens ClubBentleigh Senior Citizens Centre2 Arthur Street, Bentleigh

Cost: FreeBookings: Not requiredContact: Cheryl 9557 5739

Scrabble is a great word game for getting your mind active and a great social outlet.

Social athletics — running and walking

Tuesday 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 October, 7pmVictorian Masters Athletics Duncan MacKinnon Reserve Corner North and Murrumbeena Roads, Murrumbeena

Cost: $4Bookings: Not required

Victorian Masters Athletics offers structured running and walking events for all ages. The accent is on social interaction and keeping healthy.

Square dancing

Tuesday 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 October, 7.30pm

Thursday 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 October, 9.30amKG Putt Senior Citizens Club Bentleigh Senior Citizens Centre 2 Arthur Street, Bentleigh


Square dancing is a fun way to improve your fitness and memory and make new friends.

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Table tennis

Tuesday 1, 15, 22, 29 October

Thursday 3, 17, 24, 31 October 7.40pm

Saturday 5, 12, 19, 26 October and Sunday 6 October, 1pm

KG Putt Senior Citizens Club Bentleigh Senior Citizens Centre 2 Arthur Street, Bentleigh

Cost: FreeBookings: Not requiredContact: Marlene 0421 160 722

[email protected] Cheryl 9557 5739 for Saturday and Sunday sessions

Table tennis offers great mind-body stimulation, aerobic exercise and social interaction. Benefits include improving hand-eye co-ordination.

Micare Bentleigh Chinese Social Support Group

Wednesday 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 October, 9am–3pm

Bentleigh Chinese Social Support Group, Moorleigh Multicultural Senior Citizens Centre 92 Bignell Road, Bentleigh East

Cost: $12

Bookings: Essential

Contact: 9728 7431 or 0405 226 265

Seniors from a Chinese background are invited to come and enjoy an opportunity to meet new people. Activities include gentle exercises, singing and storytelling, board games, crafts, outings and excursions and celebration of culturally significant events. Lunch included.


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Micare Greek Social Support Group

Thursday 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 October, 9.30am–12.30pm

Greek Social Support Group 64 Rosstown Road, Carnegie

Cost: $2

Bookings: Essential

Contact: 0405 226 265

Seniors from a Greek background are invited to come and enjoy an opportunity to meet new people. Activities include gentle exercises, singing and storytelling, board games, crafts, outings and excursions and celebration of culturally significant events.

Line dancingThursday 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 October, 1pm

KG Putt Senior Citizens Club Bentleigh Seniors Citizens Centre 2 Arthur Street, Bentleigh

Cost: Free

Bookings: Not required

Contact: Cheryl 9557 5739

Take to the floor and challenge your body and mind with some line dancing.

Snooker and billiards

Thursday 3, 17, 24, 31 October 1.30pmSaturday 5, 12, 19, 26 October 1pm

Monday 7, 14, 21, 28 October 1pm

Tuesday 8, 15, 22, 29 October 7.35pm



Playing snooker and billiards keeps your brain sharp and helps you relax.

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Table tennis

Friday 4, 11, 18, 25 October 10am–12noon

Monday 7, 14, 21, 28 October 12pm–2.30pmOrmond Senior Citizens Club Ormond Senior Citizens Centre 2 Newham Grove, Ormond

Cost: FreeBookings: preferred but can drop inContact: Hilda 0400 300 339

Come join in for a friendly game of table tennis. Afternoon tea will be provided.

Line dancing

Friday 4, 11, 18, 25 October 12.15pm–1pmOrmond Senior Citizens Club Ormond Senior Citizens Centre 2 Newham Grove, Ormond

Cost: FreeBookings: Preferred but can drop inContact: Hilda 0400 300 339

Come join us on the dance floor. Lots of fun and a great way to stay fit.

Downsizing and decluttering workshop

Friday 4 October 1.30pm–3pmThe Bentleigh Club Yawla Street, Bentleigh

Cost: $5Bookings: EssentialContact: Julia 0404 293 485

Looking to downsize and not sure where to start? Come and learn how to relieve the stress of decluttering and feel more confident and in control on your downsizing journey. Refreshments included.


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Classic movie night

Saturday 5 October 5.30pm fish and chips and movie

6.15pm movie only


Cost: $12 supper and movie$2 movie only

Bookings: EssentialContact: Cheryl 9557 5739

Sit back, relax and enjoy a classic movie at the club. Before the movie enjoy fish and chips for supper. Contact Cheryl for bookings and to know what movie is on show.

Zumba gold

Sunday 6 October 10am–11amOrmond Senior Citizens Club Ormond Senior Citizens Centre 2 Newham Grove, Ormond

Cost: FreeBookings: Preferred but can drop inContact: Hilda 0400 300 339

Zumba is a great way to stay fit so come along and join in.

Swimming — at your own ability and pace

Sunday 6, 13 and 20 October 10am–11.45amBentleigh RSL Swimming Club Caulfield Grammar School — indoor pool Gate 3 217 Glen Eira Road, St Kilda East

Cost: FreeBookings: EssentialContact: Frank 0413 422 608 or

www.bentleighrsl.com.au/swimmingclub

The Bentleigh RSL Swimming Club welcomes senior residents to join them for a swim. The club caters for all fitness levels and anyone able to swim 25 meters can participate and have fun — no matter how fast or slow you are.

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Ballroom dancing

Sunday 6 October 12.30pm



Join members for an afternoon of ballroom dancing. It’s fun, it’s social and is great for mind and body.

Tai Chi

Monday 7 and 14 October 11.45am


Cost: FreeBookings: EssentialContact: Jill 9584 2428

Tai Chi with Jill is a wonderful way to improve your wellbeing both physically and mentally. The class is designed to promote a comfortable and enjoyable way to learn the basic movements of Tai Chi. Wear loose comfortable clothing and flat shoes.

Micare Social Support Group

Monday 7, 14, 21, 28 October 1.30pm–4.30pm

Multicultural Social Support Group Moorleigh Multicultural Senior Citizens Centre 92 Bignell Road, Bentleigh East

Cost: $12Bookings: EssentialContact: Lydia 9576 4038 or

0409 402 981

Drop in and join other independent multicultural seniors in the afternoon for some fun activities. There will be cards, music, chess, backgammon, dominoes, knitting, and craft activities. Light refreshments served.


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Carpet bowls

Monday 7, 14, 21, 28 October 1pm



This low impact social exercise can improve fitness and co-ordination.

YogaMonday 7, 14, 21, 28 October 6pm


Cost: FreeBookings: Not RequiredContact: Alma 0417 162 542

Come and enjoy a yoga class. Yoga is a group of physical, mental and spiritual practices that is wonderful for your mind, body and spirit.

Scottish country dancing

Monday 7, 14 and 21 October 7.30pm


Cost: FreeBookings: Not RequiredContact: Lorraine 0427 715 676

Scottish dancing encourages upright posture and keeps muscles strong and responsive and the social aspect makes it a fun way to support healthy ageing. No partners needed.

Classic morning tea and movie

Tuesday 8 October 10.30am

Classic Residences Cinema 3 Brewer Road, Brighton East

Cost: FreeBookings: EssentialContact: Julie or Lisa 9599 2244

Come along for morning tea and a classic movie in the gold class cinema at Classic Residences.

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Happy Hour — The Power of Happier AgeingTuesday 8 October 10.30am–12noon

Duncan MacKinnon Pavilion Corner North and Murrumbeena Roads, Murrumbeena

Cost: FreeBookings: EssentialContact: Matthew Fitton

1300 010 247

Happy Hour is a free, one hour, hands-on workshop designed to give older people the tools and confidence to maintain a sense of purpose and possibility as they age. Presented by Nurse Next Door, The Power of Happier Ageing provides proven ways to enhance well-being and is presented by their team of highly qualified nurses and carers.

The one hour workshop includes activities such as:• finding out how old you would be

(if you didn’t know how old you are!);

• understanding the difference between a fixed and growth mindset;

• practising the three steps towards identifying and tackling challenges with a sense of possibility;

• identifying daily opportunities to practise intentional happiness; and

• learning simple meditation and mindfulness techniques.

Everyone leaves with a happiness tool kit — information and resources to continue practising what has been learnt during the workshop.


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Café Bazaar celebration

Tuesday 8 October 1pm–4pm

Café Bazaar Moorleigh Moorleigh Community Village Room 28, Chris Koutoumas Wing 92 Bignell Road, Bentleigh East

Cost: $5Bookings: EssentialContact: Sophie 0433 332 642

Come and join us for an afternoon filled with music, activities and light refreshments.

Introduction to Scottish country dancing

Tuesday 8 October 1.30pm


Cost: FreeBookings: Not requiredContact: Merilyn 9578 1062

[email protected]

An introduction to Scottish country dancing with toe-tapping music. Join in or watch jigs, reels and Scotland’s own Strathspey. Includes tea and coffee.

Men’s only exercise class

Tuesday 8 and 15 October 4pm–5pm

Caulfield South Community House 450 Kooyong Road, Caulfield South

Cost: $5

Bookings: Essential

Contact: Andrea or Rachel 9596 8643

A combination exercise program incorporating low level cardio, weights and resistance bands and barre beams. Our qualified exercise tutor will have you looking and feeling healthier and stronger in no time.

iPad trial

Wednesday 9 October 10.30am–12pm

Glen Eira Adult Learning Centre 260 Booran Road, Ormond

Cost: FreeBookings: EssentialContact: Shikha or Sandra

9578 8996

Come and try a 90 minute iPad class for free — iPads provided.

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Get to know Windows 10

Wednesday 9 October 12.30pm–2pm



9578 8996

Sit’n’stitch — embroidered card making class

Thursday 10 and 17 October 12.30pm–2.30pm

Caulfield South Community House 450 Kooyong Road, Caulfield South

Cost: $5Bookings: EssentialContact: Andrea or Rachel

9596 8643

Learn and develop hand embroidery skills and receive a free embroidery kit to work on at the session. Take home a beautiful hand-made card to use for a special occasion. Afternoon tea provided.

Game of chess anyone?

Saturday 12, 19 and 26 October 1pm–4pm

Ormond Senior Citizens Club Ormond Senior Citizens Centre 2 Newham Grove, Ormond

Cost: $5Bookings: Preferred but can drop inContact: Hilda 0400 300 339

Come join in for a friendly game of chess. Refreshments provided.

Dinner and show

Sunday 13 October 5pm

Nadezhda Russian Senior Citizens Club Caulfield Senior Citizens Centre 8 Cedar Street, Caulfield South

Cost: $15 members $18 non members

Bookings: EssentialContact: Yudif Goldenberg

9572 3928

Nadezhda Russian Senior Citizens Club invites residents to join them for a wonderful evening concert of music and songs, dinner and dancing.


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Painting and drawing

Thursday 17, 24 and 31 October 9am–11am



9578 8996

Learn to paint and draw whilst exploring different art forms in a stimulating class.

Please note: limited places available.

Sewing for a cause!

Thursday 17, 24 and 31 October 1pm–3pm



9578 8996

Help make bags from recycled or unused fabric to help save the environment. No sewing skills required — just enthusiasm.

Yoga

Thursday 17, 24 and 31 October 7.30pm–8.30pm

Glen Eira Adult Learning Centre Ormond Uniting Church Hall 421 North Road, Ormond


9578 8996

Come and enjoy a gentle paced yoga class that facilitates deep relaxation and breathing to restore, renew and heal the body.

Spit roast lunch

Saturday 19 October 11.45am–4pm

DJ Coakley Senior Citizens Club East Bentleigh Senior Citizens Centre 1 Derry Street, Bentleigh East

Cost: $20Bookings: EssentialContact: Gwen 9563 7468 or

9570 4917

Celebrate the Festival at a wonderful afternoon of food, entertainment, dancing and lots of fun. A spit roast lunch and afternoon tea are included.

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Mind games — RummyO and Crazy Whist

Saturday 19 October 7.15pm


Cost: $1Bookings: Not requiredContact: Marlene 0421 160 722

[email protected]

Join us for a night of games that are fun and test your mind.

Sunday afternoon concert

Sunday 20 October 1.30pm

KG Putt Senior Citizens Club Bentleigh Seniors Citizens Centre 2 Arthur Street, Bentleigh

Cost: $5Bookings: EssentialContact: Cheryl 9557 5739

Join us for a great concert and afternoon tea. Entertainer Chris Newman sings all types of popular music including Neil Diamond and Elvis Presley and is sure to entertain.

Boyd artist walk and talk — Brighton General Cemetery

Sunday 20 October 2pm–4pm

Brighton General Cemetery Corner Hawthorn and North Roads Brighton East**Meet at the Hawthorn Road gate (near Sheffield Street)

Cost: $5 (special Seniors Festival rate)

Bookings: EssentialContact: www.trybooking.com/

BDZJAIf you are unable to book through Try Booking, please contact Council’s Service Centre on 9524 3333

Established in 1854, Brighton General Cemetery is the final resting place of many notable Victorians, including members of the remarkable Boyd dynasty of artists.

Join Sally Boyd for a special tour and an insight into the significance of her unique artistic family, and connections to other artists buried at the cemetery. Includes light afternoon tea.

Please note: this walk is not suitable for walkers or wheelchairs.


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Social ballroom dancing

Monday 21 October 12pm–3.30pm

Caulfield Over 50s Dance Group Glen Eira Town Hall — Auditorium Corner Glen Eira and Hawthorn Roads, Caulfield

Cost: $6Bookings: Not requiredContact: Nick 0497 725 351

Caulfield Over 50s Dance Group invites you to take to the floor while The Chordette and Friends Dance Band play great music. There will be door prizes for the barn dance and Monte Carlo and afternoon tea provided.

If using public transport: Tram No 64 Stop 54. Greek Celebration Day

Wednesday 23 October 12pm–4.30pm

Kondia Limnos Senior Citizens Club Moorleigh Community Village 92 Bignell Road, Bentleigh East

Cost: $5Bookings: Essential Contact: Tina 0411 304 954

Kondia Limnos Senior Citizens Club invites residents to celebrate the Seniors Festival with traditional food, music and dancing.


A game of Finska anyone?


Caulfield South Community House 450 Kooyong Road Caulfield South

Cost: $5Bookings: Essential Contact: Andrea or Rachel

9596 8643

Would you like to try a game of Finska, played in our wonderful community garden? Finska is a unique and seriously addictive game — this session will provide a fun and friendly opportunity for anyone who loves a competitive game while enjoying the outdoors. Set in our beautiful community garden, your entry fee will also include a delicious afternoon tea.

Spotlight on Glen Eira U3A

Thursday 24 October 1.30pm–3pm

Glen Eira U3A 1151 Glenhuntly Road, Glen Huntly (enter via Woolworths car park)Cost: FreeBookings: EssentialContact: Reception 9572 0571

Come and join us for the afternoon to find out about all the courses available for retired and semi-retired people and be shown around the facilities. Meet some tutors and volunteers. Explore opportunities to pursue your interests and join in some activities.

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From Sussex to Ormond @ Box Cottage Museum

Sunday 27 October 2pm–4pmBox Cottage Museum, Joyce Park Jasper Road, Ormond (Mel ref: 68 F9)

Cost: $2Bookings: Not required Contact: Carol 9579 4467

for group bookings

Find out about all the interesting things to see at Box Cottage Museum. The Cottage maintained beautifully by The Moorabbin Historical Society is a reconstruction of a small pioneer cottage of the area, which was thought to be built in the 1850s and named after long standing residents William and Elizabeth Box.

Guides will open the cottage to groups on other days by appointment only at $5 per person.

Yoga

Tuesday 29 October 7pm–8.30pmOrmond Senior Citizens Club Ormond Senior Citizens Centre 2 Newham Grove, Ormond

Cost: FreeBookings: preferred but can drop inContact: Hilda 0400 300 339

Come join in for a session of yoga at your own pace. BYO mat and blanket for final relaxation and meditation.

Glen Eira City CouncilCorner Glen Eira and Hawthorn Roads Caulfield Phone: 9524 3333Fax: 9523 0339Email: [email protected] Website: www.gleneira.vic.gov.au

National Relay Service: TTY dial 13 36 77 or Speak and Listen 1300 555 727 or www.iprelay.com.au then enter 03 9524 3333

Bentleigh. Bentleigh East. Brighton East. Carnegie. Caulfield. Elsternwick. Gardenvale. Glen Huntly. McKinnon. Murrumbeena. Ormond. St Kilda East.

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