37a Gardiner Street, Goolwa
Opening times:
Monday – Friday
9.00am – 3.00pm
Phone: 8555 3941
Email: [email protected]
Acknowledgement of country
We acknowledge this Land that we meet and work on is the land of the Ngarrindjeri
People and we respect their Spiritual relationship with their Country. We also
acknowledge the Ngarrindjeri People as the custodians of the lower Murray, Lakes
and Coorong and that their Cultural and heritage beliefs are still important to the
living Ngarrindjeri People today.
Our Vision
A strong, vibrant and inclusive community in which people feel supported to connect
and learn from each other
Mission
To develop, embrace and share, skills and knowledge; Engage and contribute to a
common purpose; Inspire to explore opportunities
Partnerships
Alexandrina Council – Alexandrina Council is a local government area in the
Fleurieu and Kangaroo Island region of South Australia.
http://www.alexandrina.sa.gov.au. Street Address: 11 Cadell Street, GOOLWA SA
Australia, 5214. Postal Address: PO Box 21, GOOLWA SA, SA,
APM (Advanced Personnel Management) – is a leading Australian-owned
international human services organisation delivering employment, injury
management/vocational rehabilitation, assessment, allied health intervention and
community care (aged care and disability care) services.
Key Contacts for this Partnership:
Advanced Personnel Management: Michael Harris, EC. 08 8552 6061.
Alex FM
Funding Support
Alexandrina Council DCSI (Department of Communities and Social
Inclusion)
Goolwa and District Community Bank
Goolwa Lions Department Social Services Positive Partnerships Aspire to Inspire
Staff
Karen Barrett – Centre Manager
Care Vaughan – Create and Connect Program Coordinator
Leigh Marshall – Music Matters Program Coordinator
Victoria Shaw – Shared Skills Program Coordinator
Association Information
Textile Creating and Revamping-
9.30am -12.00pm ($5.00 members - $10.00 non-members)
For knitting, crochet, embroidery, felting, sewing and quilting etc.
Bring your own materials and ideas
Create new or complete unfinished projects
Goolwa South Coast Facebookers “Cuppa Friendship” – 1:00pm – 3:00pm
(gold coin donation)
This is a thriving group of online members who meet at the Goolwa Community
Centre in a safe and supported environment.
Occasional specialty talks, activities and presentations on alternate weeks
Goolwa South Coast Facebookers
Mondays – 16 October - 15 December
Create and Connect - 10:00am-2:00pm ($5.00 members - $10.00 non-
members). Art and Wellbeing program - Limited places on transport available. Join us at Tuesday Workshops for our Community Lunch for only $4.00. ** Membership forms available at reception. Why not signup on the day?
The focus of our Create and Connect workshops is “Art for Wellbeing”. Through
guided tutelage in painting, drawing, collage, textiles, sculpture and other disciplines
we find the enjoyment within the process of creating. Using a variety of fun and
experimental techniques participants are encouraged to find a path of expression in
which their own personal creative flower blooms.
Within the program year we will be engaging in exhibitions in- house and within the
community, to further enhance the confidence and experience of Create and
Connect participants.
The Key elements of the program are – Creative – Community – Confidence
Tuesdays – 16 October - 15 December
Music Matters ‘The Connections’ Jams Fortnightly 10:00am-2:00pm ($5.00 DSP or members - $10.00 non-members). 17th & 31st Oct, 14th & 28th Nov, 12th Dec. A Community music program welcoming all levels of ability, the group participates in various:
Community event performances CD creation Radio announcements
Leather workshop 1.00 – 3.00pm ($5.00) Leatherwork program is a supported group in which you can learn the art of leather making. Come and speak with our volunteers about a project you have in mind and see some of the beautiful leatherwork for sale here at the Goolwa Community Centre.
Shared Skills Program 3.45pm – 5.45pm ($5.00) (Preregistration is required – Cost $5.00 per session) – 31st Oct – 5th December Shared Skills Program in a dynamic youth program supported by local community for young people 10 – 13 years. The young people will gain additional skills through the support from the local community who will share their knowledge and skills on a variety of topics.
Gift Making - Time to start the gift making for Christmas. Items include: Card making, Bath salts, Gardeners’ pack, Fridge magnets, Children’s special extra activity
Tuesdays – 16 October - 15 December
6.00pm Tuesdays– 16 October - 12 December
Create and Connect - 10:00am-2:00pm ($5.00 DSP or members; $10.00 non- members) - Art and Wellbeing program
The focus of our Create and Connect workshops is
“Art for Wellbeing”. Through guided tutelage in
painting, drawing, collage, textiles, sculpture and other
disciplines we find the enjoyment within the process of
creating. Using a variety of fun and experimental
techniques participants are encouraged to find a path
of expression in which their own personal creative
flower blooms.
Within the program year we will be engaging in
exhibitions, in- house and within the community, to
further enhance the confidence and experience of
Create and Connect participants.
The Key elements of the program are – creative – community – confidence
TaKeTiNa – Wednesdays 6.00pm – 7.00pm – Gold coin donation.
Facilitated by Heather Seyhun and Tony Hole
Wear comfortable clothes
Booking via: Reception 8555 3941 Email: [email protected]
Come and experience a journey into rhythms and
self. TaKeTiNa is a musical process that creates a
state of inner presence for personal development.
Discover an inner stillness and peaceful state
within, as you join us on this guided rhythmic
journey that activates our human and musical
potential through rhythm.
This workshop is an experience that brings you home within the self. A journey into
mindfulness. Rhythm reflects life in all its complexity. TaKeTiNa process guides
participants to apply different rhythms in the feet, the hands and the voice to form a
beautiful multi layered and textured sound fabric. Experiencing these rhythms is like
“coming home”.
For more information contact Heather on 0422 375 820.
Wednesdays – 16 October - 15 December
Dad Factor Group – 12:30pm - 2:30pm (FREE)
Light lunch and child minding assistance provided. A group aimed to provide opportunities for Fathers, Grand Fathers, Uncles and Male carers to get together and discuss their roles and build supports around parenting. The group aims to provide information and encourage interaction on a range of issues relating to fatherhood. To address the way we communicate with our children and to explore ways in which we, as dads can encourage physical, mental, social and emotional development in our families.
The group also works on various projects i.e. building a wooden workbench for
community use; repurposing wooden boat for children’s playground; involvement in
White Ribbon Day activities
Thursdays – 16 October - 15 December
ACE Program – Building Blocks to Employment 9.00am – 12.00pm. Free Course – Morning tea provided. Bookings Essential Create and write a thought-provoking Cover Letter for your potential employer Create a professional and individual resume Employability Skills –learn these skills to be the best employee you can Interview skills for employment
Thursdays – 16 October - 15 December
Shared Skills Program with Alex FM Community Radio – Intro to Media - 3.35pm – 5.45pm – 4 weeks starting 16th November ($5.00) Registration forms available from the Community Centre - (Preregistration is required as spaces are limited – Cost $5.00 per session, after school snack provided). Location: Alex FM 96.3 Community Radio Station, Laurie Lane Goolwa.
(Superintendent Cottage behind the RSL Building)
ACE Program 9.00am – 12.00pm Free Course – Morning tea provided. Bookings Essential Blind Tastings, Get to know your local produce, Budgeting, Create a group cook book, Share each other’s food journey, Teach each other some of your knowledge, Nutrition, Be food savvy –practically and financially, Food hygiene and preparation, The full affair –invitations, setting the table, decorations, shopping list, materials/utensils, Plan, cook and share with someone you care about.
Fridays – 16 October - 15 December
Kaleidoscopes – 1.00 – 3.00pm – ($5.00) NB: Bookings essential
Call the Goolwa Community Centre on 8555 3941 or
Email: [email protected]
Fridays – 16 October - 15 December
Current and Upcoming Events
Port Elliot Computing Centre –
Port Elliot Uniting Church
44 North Terrace Port Elliot, SA 5212
Learning & support centre for computing and internet
Phone: Miriam Danial 8552 9664 or Kate Waldmann 0439609933
Hours: Wed 10am-12 noon & 1pm-3pm; Sat 10am–12.00pm
Fees: a small fee for service & assistance
Access: Wheelchair, Disability toilets and parking
Other Community Information
CD by ‘The Connections’ is available to
purchase at the Goolwa Community centre. All
proceeds support the centre from at a cost of
$15.00. All proceeds support the centre.
Thank you to the Alexandrina Council
“Connecting Communities through the Arts
Grant”, which made this production possible.
A range of colourful large themed flags are available for a small hire fee per flag (size – 120 x
110cm). Image themes include various: Dog; Fish; Whale; Octopus; Caterpillar; Frog; Bird;
Music; Boats; Moon and more.
Why not use as a display to draw attention at your next upcoming event.
Contact reception: [email protected]
‘The Connections’ - CD Sales
Flag Hire Available
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Alexandrina Connect Inc. encourages you to become a member.
You will receive:
- Regular emails of activities, events and training happening at the centre
- Discounts on workshops
- Invitations to Members only themed events
- Volunteer opportunities
Membership Application/Renewal
for membership with Alexandrina Connect Incorporated
$20 per year
First Name: _______________________________ Last Name: ______________________________
Residential Address: ____________________________________________________________________
Postal Address: ________________________________________________________________________
Home Phone: ______________________________ Mobile Phone: ____________________________
Email: ____________________________________
As a registered member with the Association:
- acknowledge my responsibilities as a member to RSVP to the AGM - agree to behave respectfully - am over 18 - the information provided by me is true and correct
__________________________________ _______ _____/_____/_____
Signature Date
Where did you hear about Alexandrina Connect Inc.?
The Community Centre – Goolwa Facebook Media Word of mouth
Other: _______________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________
Banking Details:
Goolwa and District Community Bank Branch
33 Hutchison Street, Shop 3A Goolwa Shopping Centre Goolwa Village Shopping Centre
Account Name: Alexandrina Connect Inc.
BSB: 633 000
Account Number: 154 799 886
Please return to: Alexandrina Connect Inc.
P.O. Box 2051 Goolwa SA 5214
You can also drop this off at The Community Centre – 37a Gardiner Street, Goolwa
(Mon – Fri 9.00am to 3.00pm) – Phone: 8555 3941
For Office Use Only:
Date Paid:
If you are interested in volunteering talk to Alexandrina Connect Inc. Volunteer
Coordinator regarding your interest and discuss what sort of activity you are
interested in.
Complete an Alexandrina Connect Inc. Volunteer Registration form prior to
commencing a role. You may be required to undergo a police security check or
provide your current clearance certificate.
You will be assigned a role with a clear position description. If an appropriate role
does not exist at the time, you have the opportunity to be registered on our volunteer
database for future reference.
You will be provided with induction training designed to inform you about Alexandrina
Connect Inc., your role and the job itself, as well as safe work practices. Please read
appropriate Policies and Procedures as they relate to your role.
You will be required to take part in any appropriate training; this will be scheduled for
you by the Volunteer Coordinator.
You and Volunteering
Shared Skills Goolwa program is looking for volunteers to share their
skills/hobbies with young people in the following areas.
Wood work Computing Craft Painting
Cooking Recycled creations Gardening
Street Art Felting Clay/Pottery Sewing
Volunteers required for:
The Goolwa Community Centre required volunteers for
Kitchen/Foodie
Reception
Transport Assistant (non-driving)
Program Administration Tasks
Bookkeeper (MYOB)
“Friends of the Goolwa Community Centre” general helper – assist as Gallery sitter,
Craft/Knitter, etc.…..
Alexandrina connect incorporated required volunteers for:
Committee Member
Contact: Karen Barrett, Centre Manager – [email protected]
2017 Volunteers Required
Goolwa Community Centre Collaborations or Partnerships
Leigh Marshal & Care Vaughan
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Creative Works
Photos
Joshua Pearce & Lee Kleinig Karen Vivian Comic Workshop
Nat Young & Linda Goels John Rogerson & Matt Jones
We are wheelchair accessible. Please let us know if you have any special needs or if
you require support to enable you to participate fully.
Open: Monday to Friday 9.00am to 3.00pm
Phone: 8555 3941 Email: [email protected]
Website: http://www.alexandrinaconnect.org.au
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alexandrinaconnect
Accessibility
Visit us at: 37a Gardiner Street, Goolwa