Melton South Community Centre
Melton South Community Centre’s Term 4 program of classes has been announced. There are lots of activities and classes to join, including computers, cooking, first aid, yoga, and more. Call the centre or visit its website for further information.
■ 9747 8576 or meltonsouth.org.au
Rope
By Arrangement with ORiGiN™ Theatrical On Behalf of Samuel French A Concord Theatricals Company. Directed by Shannon Nicholson. Get ready for a thrilling, edge-of-your-seat drama. Rope, the classic suspense play by Patrick Hamilton, delves into the twisted minds of two friends who take crime to an unnerving new level. Their chilling experiment with murder, based on the real-life Leopold and Loeb case, is about to unravel in a way you won’t forget. Experience the tension, mystery, and dark psychological drama this October at Moonlite Theatre. Perfromances will take place on Friday, October 17 and Friday, October 24 from 8pm and Saturday, October 18, and Saturday, October 25 from 2pm and 8pm at Holy Trinity Anglican Church Hall, 19 Gisborne Road, Bacchus Marsh. Tickets cost $20.
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Women’s Support Group
Women’s Support Group Melton is for any women who feel they would like to attend a peer support group which is relaxed, friendly and non-judgemental. The group meets weekly at 1pm on Mondays (except for public holidays) at Djerriwarrh Neighbourhood House, 239 Station Road, Melton. The group can discuss most subjects that may be of help
■ https://ow.ly/QVwJ50Q5g42
Caroline Springs Rotary
The Rotary Club of Caroline Springs is inviting new guests to join its meetings in person or via Zoom. Meetings are held every Wednesday at the Western Emergency Relief Network in Ravenhall from 7pm.
■ rotarycarolinesprings@gmail.com
Melton Men’s Group
Melton Men’s Group meets every Thursday from 5-8 pm at Arnolds Creek Children’s and Community Centre at 19 Claret Ash Boulevard, Harkness. Focusing on senior men’s mental and physical wellbeing. Join them for a cuppa and a chat, listen to guest speakers and participate in activities including, carpet bowls, pool, table tennis, cards and chess.
■ Trevor 0404 494 649 or https://meltonmensgroup.home.blog/
Take weight off naturally
Struggling to lose weight? Struggling to get motivated? Want to try and do it in a friendly and less stressful atmosphere? Come and join TOWN (Take Weight Off Naturally) every Tuesday at 6pm at the Darlingsford Barn, Darlingsford Boulevard, Melton.
■ Catherine, 0416 612 517, or Bob, 0411 824 739
Parkinson’s support group
The Melton Parkinson’s Support Group meets on the second Thursday of the month, 10.30am-12.30pm, at Kurunjang Community Centre, 33-35 Mowbray Crescent, Kurunjang. New members and carers are welcome.
■ Helen, 0409 186 576
Melton Bridge Club
The Melton Bridge Club has weekly social bridge sessions at the Melton Library on Fridays from 10am-noon. Come along to play an exciting, social card game and have loads of fun. Bridge offers the suspense of poker, the cerebral qualities of chess and the excitement of athletic sports, all in a relaxed and social setting. If you like playing cards this is for you.
■ Rosemary, 0407 894 817
Melton South Knit & Natter
All are welcome to join this social crafting group, running at the Melton South Community Centre each Monday from 10am-noon. Bring along any knitting or crochet projects and work on them while sharing tips, learning skills and catching up over a cuppa.
■ 9747 8576
U3A Melton
U3A Melton offers among its activities a book group, Australian history and a gentle exercise class for those 55 and older who are retired or semi-retired who wish to stay mentally and physically active.
■ 0419 563 016
Melton Combined Probus Club
The Melton Probus Club meets on the first Tuesday of each month at the Melton Dart Club, 63a Reserve Road, from 9.45am.
■ 9746 0271
Community singing group
If you love to sing, come join the Melton Singers. The group rehearses regularly and also performs at aged care facilities. The group is very relaxed and sings songs mainly from the 1960s and 70s. It meets Tuesdays at 10am.
■ Val, 0418 667 150
Melton Trauma Teddies
Melton Trauma Teddies are seeking volunteers to assist with knitting, stuffing, or stitching teddy-bears that go to children in their time of need.
■ Jean 0412 931 498
Boomerang Bags Bacchus Marsh
Boomerang Bags Bacchus Marsh make reusable shopping bags from rescued fabric. They need people to cut, sew, iron and market our bags. The group meets on the first Sunday each month at Darley Neighbourhood House, 2-5pm.
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Bacchus Marsh and District Garden Club
The club meets on the second Tuesday of each month except January, from 7.30pm, at The Laurels, 229 Main Street, Bacchus Marsh. Guest speakers and supper provided.New members welcome.
■ Michelle, 0421 106 268
Fishing club
Didyabringyarodalong Angling Club of Melton and Bacchus Marsh is a fishing club that welcomes and encourages people of all ages, genders and fishing abilities to partake in enjoying the outdoors in a relaxing and friendly environment. The club holds monthly fishing competitions at various locations, fresh and saltwater. New members are most welcome.
■ Andrew, 0407 303 438, or Wayne, 0414 785 366
Bacchus Marsh Flower and Garden Show
Save the date for a local family event on the weekend of October 25 and 26. Flowers, produce, crafts, photo competitions, plant sales, children’s activities, and more!
Darley Neighbourhood House
The Darley Neighbourhood House and Learning Centre is at 33-35 Jonathan Drive, Darley. It offers free and low-cost activities for all. There is a monthly repair cafe, a community pantry, a fortnightly chatty cafe and venue hire is available.
■ www.bit.ly/DNHnow, or 53674390
Lights of Wisdom
The Bahá’ís of Moorabool warmly invite you to ’Lights of Wisdom’ – a monthly event providing an opportunity to relax in a tranquil environment and reflect on inspiring themes. The event is held on the first Friday of each month from 7.30–8.30pm at the Lerderderg Library in Bacchus Marsh. The next event will be on October 3 on International Peace Day This is a free community event open to all.
Women for Justice Conference
Grace Community Church is hosting two sessions as part of its Women for Justice Conference on October 4 from 10am to 3pm. A $10 donation covers refreshments, lunch, and a gift bag. The two sessions will be the ’Justice for our World’ and ’Justice for our Country’ in the morning, and in the afternoon, a panel and discussion about justice for our community with intercultural speakers, questions, and discussion concerning how we can support people in our community experiencing disadvantage and injustice. The event will be hosted at Grace Community Church, 15-17 Yuille Street, Melton. Register by September 28.
■ admin@gracecommunitymelton.org.au, (03) 9746 0488
