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Course & Activity Guide

Your Community Centres in Maroondah

30 Glen Park Road, Bayswater North VIC 3153

Ph: 9720 5097 Web: www.glenparkcc.com.au

ABN: 66 587 052 638 Inc. Association: A0041265X

35 - 39 Tortice Drive, Ringwood North VIC 3134

Ph: 9876 3421 Web: www.nrch.org.au ABN: 78 052 679 939

Inc. Association: A0004693Z

Bedford Park, Rosewarne Lane, Ringwood VIC 3134

Ph: 9870 2602 Web: www.crccinc.org.au

ABN: 82 757 628 466 Inc. Association: A0002320N

42 - 78 Allambanan Drive, Bayswater North 3153

Ph: 9720 0877 Web: www.arrabri.org ABN: 65 282 972 116

Inc. Association: A0055935T

76 - 86 Croydon Hills Drive, Croydon Hills 31369722 8942 | [email protected] | www.yarrunga.org.au Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 9am - 4pmInc. No. A0036088A | ABN 62 340 040 053

The Team at YarrungaCentre Staff

Manager: Sam Blackwell Delise Nunis

Program, Services & Community Support: Jen Schrader Administration/Reception:

Committee of Governance

Chairperson: Peter Feeney Secretary: Suzanne Tobin Treasurer: Garth Whitchurch Members: Jim Colebatch

Volunteers

We have a great team of volunteers who contribute many valuable hours of their time to help run programs, groups

Venue Hire Are you looking for a beautiful space to hire for your next function?

Yarrunga Community Centre has a range of rooms available including a hall that seats up to 140 and meeting rooms overlooking the lake for smaller groups or one-on-one consultations. Our rooms are perfect for events, courses, meetings and workshops and suit support groups, training groups, businesses and individuals.

Rooms start from $18.50 for regular business hire and $14

Contact Yarrunga Community Centre on (03) 9722 8942 or [email protected] for more information, a tour, or to make your booking.

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Community EventsNeighbour DayNeighbour Day falls in our holiday break this year, so for the last week of term we will open the Coffee Hub every morning from 9-11am. Feel free to drop in for a coffee, biscuit and chat for $3, and bring your friends and neighbours too.

Community WorksCarers Community Hub at YarrungaThe iDareU Carers Community Hub is a place where carers can network with others, pursue a hobby, relax and access valuable disability resources all in one place. They are held on the 4th Sunday of the month from 1.30pm – 4.30pm. This is a space available for all carers – whether your loved one is in the NDIS or not. For more information - [email protected]

Friends of YarrungaFriends of Yarrunga is a group that helps out with some easy and basic maintenance and upkeep; or promotion of Centre activities and programs; or assistance at special events and celebrations. If you would like more information on joining please contact us.

Regal Sleep SolutionsDon’t forget our supporting partner ‘Regal Sleep Solutions’. If you’re looking for a new bed contact Regal Sleep Solutions in Croydon – you’ll get professional advice, save money and the Centre receives a donation. Enquire at Reception.

Welcome to Term 1Welcome to a new year. We hope you enjoyed your holiday break and have come back refreshed and ready for a year full of connecting, learning and having fun. As always, if there is anything you would like us to consider in terms of new programs and activities, please come in and have a chat – our doors are always open and we would love to hear your opinions and feedback. Here’s to a wonderful year together.

76 - 86 Croydon Hills Drive, Croydon Hills 3136 Ph: 9722 8942 | Web: www.yarrunga.org.au Inc. No. A0036088A | ABN 62 340 040 053

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SupportersYarrunga gratefully acknowledges support from and partnership with the following organisations:

Thank YouMCC – Arts and Cultural Grant funding (2019/20) to fund a Look What I Can Do Art and Craft Market for 2020

ACFE – Capacity and Innovation Funding (CAIF)

A huge thank you to everyone who contributes groceries to the Croydon Hills Baptist Church and the Maroondah Links Trolley – there is a whole community out there who are hugely grateful for your generosity.

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Art and Enterprise Skills This program teaches skills in either jewellery making, woodwork or painting, as well as exploring how to extend artwork into different formats, enter markets and exhibitions, display work on social media and developing a portfolio. These skills can be used to pursue opportunities for employment or further study.

Woodwork Mondays, 5pm – 8pm

Jewellery Making Tuesdays, 10.30am – 1.30pm

Painting Fridays, 10am – 2pm

Planning for Success This program is for people who do not have a

will explore skills, identify skills gaps, create

creating an employment/study pathway.

Wednesdays, 1pm – 3pm 12.02.20 – 04.03.20 (4 weeks) $21

Introduction to EventManagement This program will teach some basic event management skills and offer students a practical opportunity to help organise the ‘Look What I Can Do’ market to be held on 21 March 2020. It is ideal for students doing an Art and Enterprise program as the market will feature their work, but is also open to anybody else interested learning these skills.

Thursdays, 1pm – 3pm

Communication Skills for Work and Community

language other than English. It will help improve English speaking/reading skills for everyday

undertake more advanced English as a Second Language classes.

Wednesdays, 10am – 12pm

Computer Taming

this program will help you de-mystify your computer by helping you master some basic

commonly used programs.

Thursdays, 9am – 12pm

Courses with the L symbol are funded by Learn Local. Contact Yarrunga for term dates and pricing.

Barista TasterOur Barista Taster sessions will introduce you to the world of coffee making and the basics of making an espresso shot, stretching and texturing milk and making some of the more commonly ordered coffees. Interested participants can then transition into our full Barista Skills Training.

Thursdays, 9.30am – 12pm 13.02.20 – 05.03.20 (4 weeks) $50

Barista Skills Training Learn the art of coffee making including how to make a great espresso shot, stretching and texturing milk, and some coffee art basics. You will also learn how to use various machines including set up, clean up and OH&S.

Tuesdays, 5.30pm – 7.30pm

Barista Skills 1:1Would you like to have a 1:1 session to brush up your Barista Skills? It’s a great opportunity for people applying for jobs in cafes.

Call for available days and times. $50 per session

Introduction to Hospitality Students will learn basic cooking methods, food preparation, OH&S and food handling skills. It will help participants gain preliminary skills to take them into further training or employment, and improve independent living skills.

Thursdays, 5.30 – 8pm

7 SeedsEnglish Writing and Speech Classes

These fun, activity-based classes give primary and secondary school students additional help

Small class sizes create a supportive environment; students are given individual

feedback each term; parents are encouraged to

For more information and pricing contactMandy Yang 0422 719 555

Yarrunga CraftersJoin this welcoming, friendly group while you work on your quilting, sewing, embroidery, crochet, knitting or any other craft. Sewing machines and ironing facilities are available.

Mondays, 12.30pm – 3pm, 20.01.20 – 14.12.20 (excl 27.01, 09.03, 13.04, 08.06, 29.06, 21.09, 02.11)

Wednesdays, 1.15pm – 3.45pm, 22.01.20 – 16.12.20

$5 annual membership plus $2 per meeting

Yarrunga Indoor Bowls

new social group activity.

Mondays, 11.30am – 2pm 20.01.20 – 14.12.20 (excl 27.01, 09.03, 13.04, 08.06, 29.06, 21.09, 02.11) $5 annual membership plus $2 per meeting

Yarrunga Writers Enhance your writing skills in this weekly workshop – it’s a great way to broaden your skills and share your love of writing.

Mondays, 1pm – 3pm 03.02.20 – 14.12.20 (excl 09.03, 13.04, 08.06, 29.06, 21.09, 02.11) $5 annual membership plus $80 yearly program fee

Book Clubs Book Clubs add value to your reading by stimulating new insights and understandings through discussion. Join one of our monthly meetings.

Fees: $95; 2020 membership (this fee is inclusive of library fees and social group membership fees)

Strength for Life®

designed for people aged 50+. All new participants are required to attend an introductory and welcome session and provide a current medical clearance – forms are available online or from

Summer Program: 12pm – 1pm, Tuesdays 07.01.20 – 21.01.20 (3 weeks), Fee $25

Introductory Session: 9.30am - 11.15am, Thursday, 23.01.20, Fee $21

Monday classes: 9am – 10am & 3pm - 4pm, 7 week term, 03.02.20 – 23.03.20 (excl 09.03.20), Fee $58.50

Tuesday classes: 11am – 12pm, 9 week term, 28.01.20 – 24.03.20, Fee $75.30

12.30pm – 1.30pm, 8 week term, 04.02.20 – 24.03.20, Fee $66.95

Wednesday classes: 9am - 10am, 9 week term, 29.01.20 – 25.03.20, Fee $75.30

Thursday classes: 9.30am - 10.30am & 8pm - 9pm, 9 week term, 30.01.20 – 26.03.20, Fee $75.30

Friday classes: 9am – 10am & 11am – 12pm, 9 week term, 31.01.20 – 27.03.20, Fee $75.30

40+ Fitness

class is perfect for people aged 40+. Exercises range from low to high intensity and you work at

All new participants must provide medical self-assessment – forms are available online or from

Mondays, 7pm – 8pm 03.02.20 – 23.03.20, excl 09.03.20 (7 weeks) $95.10 (conc $84.90)

Thursdays, 11am – 12pm 30.01.20 – 26.03.20 (9 weeks) $122.20 (conc $109.10)

Zumba Gold®

is lower intensity. Dance your way to fun and

Tuesdays, 2pm – 3pm 28.01.20 – 24.03.20 (9 weeks) $119.90 (conc $107)

Tai Chi Tai Chi is aeasy to learn and suitable for a wide range of ability. Our Beginners class is perfect for people who need more time and instruction to learn the basics and can be done standing or seated.

Intermediate Wednesdays, 10am -11am 29.01.20 – 25.03.20 (9 weeks) $133.80 (conc $119.40)

Beginners Wednesdays, 11.15am – 12.15pm 29.01.20 – 25.03.20 (9 weeks) $133.80 (conc $119.40)

PilatesPilates emphasises postural alignment, breathing, core stability and improves co-ordination and balance. The Beginners class is a perfect opportunity to learn Pilates with extra time and attention from the tutor to master the basics of form and technique.

Intermediate Tuesdays, 7pm – 8pm 28.01.20 – 24.03.20 (9 weeks) $122.20 (conc $109.10)

Beginners Fridays, 9.30am – 10.30am 31.01.20 – 27.03.20 (9 weeks) $122.20 (conc $109.10)

Yoga Yoga incorporates movement, breathing, relaxation and meditation techniques. Movements can be adapted to suit a range of ability.

Mondays, 7pm – 8.30pm 03.02.20 – 23.03.20 excl 09.03.20 (7 weeks) $122.20 (conc $109.10)

Tuesdays, 9am – 10.30am 04.02.20 – 24.03.20 (8 weeks) $139.75 (conc $124.75)

Saturdays, 9.15 am – 10.45am 01.02.20 – 28.03.20 excl 07.03.20 (8 weeks) $134.70 (conc $120.20)

Book Lovers Book Club 1st Tuesday of the month 04.02.20 – 01.12.20, 10.45am - 12.15pm

Redit Book Club 2nd Wednesday of the month 12.02.20 – 09.12.20, 7.30pm - 9.00pm

OM:NI (Older Men, New Ideas) This group brings together men aged over 50 years. Come and develop new friendships and participate in activities to promote health and wellbeing of men.

Every 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month 23.01.20 – 10.12.20 (excl 24.09) 10am - 12pm $5 annual membership plus $2 per meeting

Yarrunga Walkers Explore the beauty of your local area. Walks are around one hour long at a moderate pace, followed by a cuppa and chat back at Yarrunga.

Fridays, 9.15am – 10.30am approx. 24.01.20 – 11.12.20 (excl 10.04, 03.07, 25.09) $5 annual membership plus $2 per meeting

Yarrunga Retirees This independent group holds a range of different activities including a monthly meeting. Guests are welcome for a nominal cost. For more information contact [email protected].

2nd Wednesday of the month $30 annual membership plus activity costs

Connect & BelongEverybody wants to belong somewhere

Feel Alive: Take time to moveYour body longs to feel alive

Move ForwardNever stop learning, because life never stops teaching

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CHILD CARE

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Hi there!We are a Baptist faith community

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Bite Sized ActivitiesDare to try something new

Online Short Courses On-line learning is a great and affordable way to learn in the comfort of your own home and your own time. Yarrunga offers access to on-line learning for professional development and personal interest. Over 300 interactive on-line courses are available with real tutors who will respond to your questions.

View a full list of courses available and tutor details at www.ed2go.com/r-yarrunga. Courses start from $205 and run over a six-week period. Please contact Yarrunga Community Centre for more information.

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YCC course guide term 1 2020 LR - Yarrunga …Regal Sleep Solutions Don’t forget our supporting partner ‘Regal Sleep Solutions’. If you’re looking for a new bed contact Regal