Maidstone Community Centre
Maidstone Community Centre is a Council run multi-purpose community centre that welcomes people of all ages, cultures and abilities. We provide an exciting range of community programs and activities focused towards enriching and supporting our community. Our programs include health and wellbeing; language and literacy; digital literacy; art and craft; social and recreational programs.
Setting Up an Online Business - T4 2021
Wednesday 5 October 2022
This FREE 10 week very hands on course is designed for beginners, covering essential first steps such as: registering your business name, building and maintaining a website, using WordPress, managing website content adding images, and a blog, and utilising social media to drive traffic to your Website.
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Kids Can Cook Vegetarian & Gluten free- T3 2022 Week Two
Wednesday 28 September 2022
These fun-filled cooking classes will get kids making Pad Thai, Veggie Burgers, Spanish Tortilla, hummus, guacamole, smoothies, banana bread and bliss balls, while learning basic knife handling skills. Age 6 -12yrs. Book in week 1, 2 or both!
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Maidstone Community Playgroup - T3 2022
Between Wednesday 13 July 2022 and Wednesday 28 September 2022
Run by an experienced facilitator, children will explore the delights of painting, play dough, dress ups, water play and planting in our gorgeous garden. Special pampering sessions for mums and dads. Please only enrol your children. Adult enrolments are not required.
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Kids Can Cook Vegetarian & Gluten free - T3 2022 Week One
Wednesday 21 September 2022
These fun-filled cooking classes will get kids making Pad Thai, Veggie Burgers, Spanish Tortilla, hummus, guacamole, smoothies, banana bread and bliss balls, while learning basic knife handling skills. Age 6 -12yrs. Book in week 1, 2 or both!
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Women’s Only Yoga - T3 2022
Between Thursday 14 July 2022 and Thursday 22 September 2022
Come and increase your physical health and wellbeing by joining Cecilia’s women’s only yoga. This class will help improve your flexibility, increase muscle tone, and help you unwind and de-stress. Tailored to suit all levels.
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Monday Evening Slow Flow Yoga class for Men & Women - T3 202
Between Monday 11 July 2022 and Monday 19 September 2022
Let Cecilia guide you through a relaxing, slow flowing yoga class to unwind after your day. Enjoy gentle meditation and breathing and finish the class with a long guided Savasana.
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Music for Hip Toddlers - Friday - T3 2022
Friday 15 July 2022
Come on a rollicking ride through dance and percussion and rock out with Razz. Suitable for 0 - 4 years.
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Pilates - T3 2022
Between Thursday 14 July 2022 and Thursday 15 September 2022
Pilates is a form of exercise which concentrates on strengthening the body with an emphasis on core strength. This helps to improve general fitness and overall well-being. After a few months of practicing, most people notice a difference in flexibility, balance, and coordination. Along with muscles being strengthened and lengthened.
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New parents group - T3 2022
Thursday 21 July 2022
New parent groups give you the opportunity to meet other first-time parents with babies of a similar age and interact. This casual and supportive group for parents of 3 to 8 month old's to chat about the ups, downs and sideways of being a new parent.
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Latin American Women's Social Group - T3 2022
Thursday 14 July 2022
This Spanish speaking group comes together to enjoy a friendly chat, a light lunch and a cuppa. Participants are welcome to bring along something crafty to keep their fingers busy!
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Tablet and Device class - T3 2022
Thursday 14 July 2022
Learn to use your device, whether its a tablet, smartphone or iPad, to reconnect with family and friends, connect with your community and interests through online group activities, or to watch documentaries and movies.
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Music for Hip Toddlers - Thursday - T3 2022
Thursday 14 July 2022
Come on a rollicking ride through dance and percussion and rock out with Razz. Suitable for 0 - 4 years.
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Setting Up an Online Business - Term 3 2022
Wednesday 13 July 2022
This FREE 10 week very hands on course is designed for people with good computer skills but new to setting up a website. Covering essential first steps such as: registering your business name, building and maintaining a website, using Bluehost/WordPress, managing website content adding images, and a blog, and utilising social media to drive traffic to your Website.
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Positive Steps Walking Group - T3 2022
Between Wednesday 13 July 2022 and Wednesday 14 September 2022
Walking is a great way to boost your strength, fitness and general wellbeing. Join us for a brisk walk around Maidstone or a gentle stroll around the park. On your return, enjoy a cuppa and a chat.
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Card Playing - T3 2022
Wednesday 13 July 2022
This friendly card group meets every Wednesday and loves playing 500. They are also open to playing new suggested games like Euchre. All beginners are welcome!
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Social Drop-In Table Tennis Fun - T3 2022
Between Tuesday 12 July 2022 and Tuesday 13 September 2022
If you love playing table tennis in an informal and fun setting, pop over on Tuesday and have a bash. Invite your friends and enjoy a great afternoon while meeting new people. All are
welcome!
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Vietnamese Playgroup - T3 2022
Between Tuesday 12 July 2022 and Tuesday 13 September 2022
This friendly playgroup for residents of Maribyrnong offers art and craft activities and bilingual story time to support children’s fine motor skills and language development. We also support and link parents to local communities, early childhood services and increase families’ social networks in the community through outings and celebrating special events. Healthy snacks are provided. Please contact the lovely facilitator Thuy via email at thuy.pham@avwa.org.au for more information.
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Drop In Social Baking T3 2022
Between Tuesday 12 July 2022 and Tuesday 13 September 2022
If you want to come together in a relaxed and informal way and just hang out, chat and bake with others in our fabulous kitchen, well here’s your chance. This is a great way to meet other locals while having fun! Please bring your own ingredients.
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TAI CHI FOR MIND POWER & MEMORY - T3 2022
Between Monday 11 July 2022 and Monday 12 September 2022
A focus on increasing both fitness and concentration with Mei to create calm and well - being.
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Spanish Speaking Playgroup T3 2022
Between Monday 11 July 2022 and Monday 12 September 2022
This wonderful new group is for Spanish speaking families. Children will have the opportunity to practice the language through songs, games, and general conversation. Only Spanish will be spoken.
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Full Moon Festival - T3 2022
Friday 9 September 2022
This year in partnership with the Australian Vietnamese Women’s Association we will be celebrating the Full Moon Festival with young and old alike! This will be a relaxed, fun afternoon where children get to make lovely little lanterns and dance, and the elderly get to perform and sing on stage. Come and sample some light afternoon tea including traditional Moon Cake, tea and coffee.
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Beyond Beginners Funky Sewing for Men & Women - T3 2022
Friday 19 August 2022
Over four fun-filled relaxed sessions students will learn the basics of using a pattern as well as sewing techniques involved in making their own A - line skirt or cute pants with an elastic band (both with pockets!) Basic sewing machine experience required.
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Singaporean Hawker Delights - T3 2022
Thursday 8 September 2022
The wonderful Deb Ong, former owner of Jack B. Nimble, will be cooking up a superb, authentic, aromatic Hainanese chicken dish! The succulent poached chicken will be accompanied with the traditional chicken broth, fragrant rice and garlic and chilli dip. This class will be truly amazing and not to be missed.
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Bread Making, Bagel and Pretzel Workshop - T3 2022
Thursday 1 September 2022
Come and learn the basics of bread making! Together we’ll create some classic French baguettes and rolls, New York style soft yet chewy bagels, and twisted pretzels with yummy toppings to go with some dipping sauces and spreads!
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Mindful Art Making - T3 2022
Tuesday 9 August 2022
Increase your sense of calm and connection. Join art therapist Suzie who will facilitate a variety of mindful artmaking activities using a different modality (drawing, stitching, collage and clay) each week. Open to everyone – no previous art experience required.
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Art and About Tour - T3 2022
Friday 26 August 2022
Why not meet new people and join this fabulous street art walking tour throughout Maidstone, West Footscray and Seddon, with local artist Amanda Neville? This will be a relaxed, fun morning admiring many local, beautiful murals that reveal our vibrant history. Wear comfy shoes, bring some water and a sense of adventure. Meeting at the Maidstone Community Centre. Complimentary tea or coffee! You will need to make your own way home from Seddon (perhaps share an Uber).
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Vegan Cooking with a Nordic Twist - T3 2022
Thursday 25 August 2022
This unique cooking class will show you how to create delicious Swedish meatballs and a beetroot salad, a tantalising Nordic root veggie soup with barley, herbs and heavenly Swedish cinnamon buns.
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Spread the Warmth Winter Lunch - T3 2022
Wednesday 24 August 2022
We will be hosting a lovely casual lunch if you would like to join us for a delicious, bowl of authentic curry laksa lovingly made Deb Ong, a well known local chef!
Come along and meet other locals in this relaxed space and see what else our Centre has to offer. Everyone is welcome!
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Home Maintenance Class for Women - T3 2022
Saturday 6 August 2022
If you’ve ever wanted to know how to do some basic things around the house, here’s your chance! In these three super hands on sessions you’ll learn how to hang pictures and curtain rails, change washers, fix door handles, attach door stoppers, apply grout, painting and basic electricals!
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Sacred Cacao Ceremony - T3 2022
Wednesday 10 August 2022
Catalina, who is from Colombia, will be facilitating this special ceremony which helps you focus on your hopes, dreams and wishes!
The main goal is to open and connect with your heart. The intention is set when adding your ingredients to prepare the cacao, which include ceremonial cacao, sea salt, cayenne pepper and spices of your choice such as cinnamon, nutmeg and coconut sugar. The end of the ceremony will finish with a guided meditation. Book quickly!
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Sustainable Parenting - T3 2022
Wednesday 10 August 2022
Having a baby brings with it a whole heap of happiness, sleep deprivation and waste. Kids have tiny feet but huge footprints. This workshop will discuss some easy-to-action ways to maintain an eco-friendly lifestyle while navigating the big, wild world of parenthood. This will include an introduction to cloth nappies as well as a bundle of tips and tricks for reducing your overall carbon footprint.
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Winter Cooking with Rachel Pitts - T3 2022
Thursday 28 July 2022
Following her sell-out autumn class, Rachel Pitts is back with simple Winter favourites. We’ll be rolling out rotis made of sweet potato and wholemeal flour spiked with cardamom, and whipping up a special paneer makhani (cubes of Indian cheese cooked in a buttery tomato and cashew sauce). Also on the menu is a fun Japanese salad of spinach and walnuts, and a three-ingredient lemon ice cream.
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Card Playing - T2 2022
Wednesday 27 April 2022
This friendly card group meets every Wednesday and loves playing 500. They are also open to playing new suggested games like Euchre. All beginners are welcome!
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Maidstone Community Playgroup - T2 2022
Between Wednesday 4 May 2022 and Wednesday 6 July 2022
Run by an experienced facilitator, children will explore the delights of painting, play dough, dress ups, water play and planting in our gorgeous garden. Special pampering sessions for mums and dads. Please only enrol your children. Adult enrolments are not required.
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Kids Can Cook Vegetarian - T2 2022 Week Two
Monday 4 July 2022
This fun filled vegetarian four week class will get your kids making pizzas, pasta, smoothies, muffins and more while learning basic knife handling skills. Age 6 -12yrs.
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Social Drop-In Table Tennis Fun - T2 2022
Between Tuesday 26 April 2022 and Tuesday 28 June 2022
If you love playing table tennis in an informal and fun setting, pop over on Tuesday and have a bash. Invite your friends and enjoy a great afternoon while meeting new people. All are
welcome!
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Kids Can Cook Vegetarian - T2 2022 Week One
Monday 27 June 2022
This fun filled vegetarian four week class will get your kids making pizzas, pasta, smoothies, muffins and more while learning basic knife handling skills. Age 6 -12yrs.
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Monday Evening Slow Flow Yoga class for Men & Women - T2
Between Monday 2 May 2022 and Monday 27 June 2022
Let Cecilia guide you through a relaxing, slow flowing yoga class to unwind after your day. Enjoy gentle meditation and breathing and finish the class with a long guided Savasana.
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Beginners Plus Computers - Friday - Semester 1 2022
Friday 24 June 2022
Designed for people who have some knowledge of computers. Introduces
students to the basics of how a computer works, Microsoft Word and the internet.
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Intermediate Computers Fridays - Semester 1 2022
4 February - 24 June 2022
Learn to produce well-designed documents in Excel and Word; download, edit and back-up your photos; and create a slideshow with PowerPoint.
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Rainbow Playgroup - T2 2022
Between Friday 29 April 2022 and Friday 24 June 2022
This group has been created as a social group for gay, lesbian, queer, transgender and intersex parents and their parent friends in Melbourne’s inner west.
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Music for Hip Toddlers - Friday - T2 2022
Friday 29 April 2022
Come on a rollicking ride through dance and percussion and rock out with Razz. Suitable for 0 - 4 years.
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Latin American Women's Social Group - T2 2022
Thursday 28 April 2022
This Spanish speaking group comes together to enjoy a friendly chat, a light lunch and a cuppa. Participants are welcome to bring along something crafty to keep their fingers busy!
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Women’s Only Yoga - T2 2022
Between Thursday 28 April 2022 and Thursday 23 June 2022
Come and increase your physical health and wellbeing by joining Cecilia’s women’s only yoga. This class will help improve your flexibility, increase muscle tone, and help you unwind and de-stress. Tailored to suit all levels.
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Music for Hip Toddlers - Thursday - T2 2022
Thursday 28 April 2022
Come on a rollicking ride through dance and percussion and rock out with Razz. Suitable for 0 - 4 years.
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Positive Steps Walking Group - T2 2022
Between Wednesday 27 April 2022 and Wednesday 22 June 2022
Walking is a great way to boost your strength, fitness and general wellbeing. Join us for a brisk walk around Maidstone or a gentle stroll around the park. On your return, enjoy a cuppa and a chat.
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Tablet and Device class - T2 2022
Tuesday 26 April 2022
Learn to use your device, whether its a tablet, smartphone or iPad to reconnect with distant family and friends, connect more with your community and your interests through online group activities, watch docos and movies.
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Digital Workshops for Absolute Beginners - T2 2022
Between Tuesday 24 May 2022 and Tuesday 21 June 2022
Enrol into one or all of our five sessions including: Introduction to Email, Introduction to the Internet Safety and Scams; Introduction to Google including Maps; Introduction to Social Media including Facebook, Instagram and YouTube; and an Introduction to Be Connected an online learning website. Bring your own device -IPad, phone or laptop Auspiced by Australian Multicultural Community Services. Click calendar for individual sessions.
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Pilates - T2 2022
Between Tuesday 26 April 2022 and Tuesday 21 June 2022
Pilates is a form of exercise which concentrates on strengthening the body with an emphasis on core strength. This helps to improve general fitness and overall well-being. After a few months of practicing, most people notice a difference in flexibility, balance, and coordination. Along with muscles being strengthened and lengthened.
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Intermediate Computers Mondays - Semester 1 2022
Monday 20 June 2022
Learn to produce well-designed documents in Excel and Word; download, edit and back-up your photos; and create a slideshow with PowerPoint.
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TAI CHI FOR MIND POWER & MEMORY - T2 2022
Between Monday 2 May 2022 and Monday 20 June 2022
A focus on increasing both fitness and concentration with Mei to create calm and well - being.
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Spanish Speaking Playgroup T2 2022
Between Monday 2 May 2022 and Monday 20 June 2022
This wonderful new group is for Spanish speaking families. Children will have the opportunity to practice the language through songs, games, and general conversation. Only Spanish will be spoken.
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Beginners Computers Monday - Semester 1 2022
Monday 31 January 2022
Designed specifically for people with little or no computer knowledge. Learn how to use computer hardware and software, internet safety and how to Google search for information. You will also learn how to create simple documents using Microsoft, Word and Excel.
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Funky Sewing for Men & Women - T2 2022
Friday 27 May 2022
After four fun - filled, relaxed sessions students will walk away having made a little top, zip pouch and sling bag. No sewing experience required.
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Hearty Jewish Vegan Cooking - T2 2022
Thursday 16 June 2022
If you’re interested in eating delicious soups this is the workshop for you! Come and learn how to make authentic vegan Matzah ball soup, Russian cabbage borscht, mouth – watering cream of broccoli soup and a hearty Winter stew called cholent. You won’t be disappointed!
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Native Plants for Food as Medicine T2 2021
Friday 10 June 2022
Join Ella Boyen to learn about native plants, many local to Melbourne, and their different uses for food and medicine. Be it berries, leaves, roots or seasons and spices. Australia’s native plants offer an abundance of ingredients for a native kitchen garden.
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French and Vietnamese Fusion
Thursday 9 June 2022
Come and see how a delicious Spicy Vietnamese Beef Stew is created with the lovely Anastasia. It’s an adaptation of the French Boeuf Bourguigon (Burgundy beef) that includes aromatic spices of the Silk Road. You’ll also learn how to make a delicate, simple chiffon cake with lemongrass, ginger cream and lime curd!
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Ready Set Work Barista - T2 2022
Monday 6 June 2022
This is a fantastic 2 day practical course designed to prepare people for work or training in the vibrant café scene. You’ll learn how to operate a commercial coffee machine, learn about the origins of coffee, make a range of coffees, increase your confidence and improve your job ready skills. Don’t miss out, limited places. This is run in partnership with Jesuit Social Services your details will be sent them so they can forward and process your enrolment forms.
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Home Maintenance Class for Women - T2 2022
Friday 20 May 2022
If you’ve ever wanted to know how to do some basic things around the house, here’s your chance! In these three super hands on sessions you’ll learn how to hang pictures and curtain rails, change washers, fix door handles, attach door stoppers, apply grout, painting and basic electricals!
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Country Women's Association Afternoon Tea - T2 2022
Thursday 2 June 2022
This fun event with the CWA ladies should tickle your fancy! You’ll cook alongside some wonderful women and learn to whip up delectable egg sandwiches, delicious mini quiches, divine scones and a heavenly apple tea cake. You’ll then have the opportunity to enjoy a fun little afternoon tea with a group of lovely locals. Limited places.
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Art and About Tour - T2 2022
Tuesday 31 May 2022
Why not meet new people and join this fabulous street art walking tour throughout Footscray, with local artist Amanda Neville? This will be a relaxed, fun morning admiring many local, beautiful murals and great graffiti. Wear comfy shoes, bring some water and a sense of adventure. Meeting at the ASRC car park in Footscray and ending at Myrtle Café for a complimentary tea or coffee!
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Mindful Art Making - T2 2022
Tuesday 10 May 2022
Increase your sense of calm and connection. Join art therapist Suzie who will facilitate a variety of mindful artmaking activities using a different modality (drawing, stitching, collage and clay) each week. Open to everyone – no previous art experience required.
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Autumn Cooking with Rachel Pitts - T2 2022
Thursday 19 May 2022
Rachel is a local recipe writer who recently created four beautiful seasonal cookbooks full of interesting global recipes. In 2020 she ran her Summer cooking class, and finally, we have Rachel’s Autumn class! She’ll be making an amazing mixed vegetable curry from Bangladesh, a North African grilled capsicum and egg salad, and Indonesian tomato sambal. There will also be a spectacular fruity dessert!
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Maidstone Community Playgroup - T1 2022
Between Wednesday 2 February 2022 and Wednesday 27 April 2022
Run by an experienced facilitator, children will explore the delights of painting, play dough, dress ups, water play and planting in our gorgeous garden. Special pampering sessions for mums and dads. Please only enrol your children. Adult enrolments are not required.
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Creating a Unique Zine - T1 2022
Friday 22 April 2022
In this fun workshop students will learn how to put together their own zine - it could be a book, a comic, a story, or anything you dream up! Students will have access to an amazing array of craft materials including: markers, pastels, pains, stamps, and many more. They are welcome to bring any comics they are already working on! All students will go home with a unique zine to keep forever. Suitable for primary school age kids age 8 –12yrs.
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Kids Can Cook Vegetarian - T1 2022 - Week Two
Wednesday 20 April 2022
This fun filled vegetarian four week class will get your kids making pizzas, pasta, smoothies, muffins and more while learning basic knife handling skills. Age 6 -12yrs.
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Kids Can Cook Vegetarian - T1 2022
Wednesday 13 April 2022
This fun filled vegetarian four week class will get your kids making pizzas, pasta, smoothies, muffins and more while learning basic knife handling skills. Age 6 -12yrs.
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Spanish Speaking Playgroup T1 2022
Between Monday 31 January 2022 and Monday 18 April 2022
This wonderful new group is for Spanish speaking families. Children will have the opportunity to practice the language through songs, games, and general conversation. Only Spanish will be spoken.
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Kids Can Cook Vegetarian - T1 2022 Week One
Thursday 14 April 2022
This fun filled vegetarian four week class will get your kids making pizzas, pasta, smoothies, muffins and more while learning basic knife handling skills. Age 6 -12yrs.
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Women’s Only Yoga - T1 2022
Between Thursday 3 February 2022 and Thursday 14 April 2022
Come and increase your physical health and wellbeing by joining Gemma our new women’s only yoga instructor. This class will help improve your flexibility, increase muscle tone, and help you unwind and de-stress. Tailored to suit all levels.
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Funky Sewing for Men & Women - T1 2022
Friday 18 March 2022
After four fun - filled, relaxed sessions students will walk away having made a little top, zip pouch and sling bag. No sewing experience required.
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Rainbow Playgroup - T1 2022
Between Friday 4 February 2022 and Friday 8 April 2022
This group has been created as a social group for gay, lesbian, queer, transgender and intersex parents and their parent friends in Melbourne’s inner west.
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Latin American Women's Social Group - 2022
Thursday 3 February 2022
Hola, habla Español? This Spanish speaking group comes together to enjoy a friendly chat, a light lunch and a cuppa. Participants are welcome to bring along something crafty to keep their fingers busy!
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Algerian, Egyptian and Mauritania Food Affair - T1 2022
Thursday 7 April 2022
Enjoy the aromatic, tantalising flavours of Algerian olive chicken and spicy meatball stew cooked in a tagine, the warm rich delights of Egyptian Eggplant mesa’a’ah, and the gentle, flavours of a Mauritanian fish and vegetable dish called Thieboudienne.
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Music for Hip Toddlers - Thursday - T1 2022
Thursday 3 February 2022
Come on a rollicking ride through dance and percussion and rock out with Razz. Suitable for 0-4 years.
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Card Playing - T1 2022
Wednesday 2 February 2022
This friendly card group meets every Wednesday and loves playing 500. They are also open to playing new suggested games like Euchre. All beginners are welcome!
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Climate Emergency - T1 2022
Wednesday 6 April 2022
Join us for this informative and interactive session where we discuss climate change, one of the most important issues of our modern age. The workshop will address key questions including: what is the climate emergency, and why is it so important that we take urgent action? What are the local impacts? What are some of the things we can do to be a part of the solution?
We’ll be hearing from expert speakers on the science, as well as inviting you to share your lived climate change experience
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Tablet and Device class - Semester 1 2022
1 February - 5 April 2022
Learn to use your device whether its a Tablet, Smartphone or IPad to: reconnect with distant family and friends using social media and skype, connect more with your community and your interests through online group activities, watch docos and movies. online via zoom.
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Soap and Shampoo Bar Making
5 April 10am - 12pm
This fabulous workshop will teach you how to make soap and shampoo bars using the hot press method. You'll learn to make gorgeous soap and shampoo with a coconut base, essential oils and other goodies. Samples supplied.
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Monday Evening Slow Flow Yoga for Men & Women-T1 2022 Online
Between Monday 31 January 2022 and Monday 4 April 2022
Let Fleur guide you through a relaxing, slow flowing yoga class to unwind after your day. Enjoy gentle meditation and breathing and finish the class with a long guided Savasana. These classes will be running online on Zoom
Tai Chi for Mind Power & Memory - T1 2022
Between Monday 31 January 2022 and Monday 4 April 2022
A focus on increasing both fitness and concentration with Mei to create calm and well - being.
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English as an Additional Language
Monday 14 February 2022
Improve everyday English skills through reading, writing, speaking and listening. This class also runs on Thursdays
9.30 - 1.30pm
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Tai Chi Mid Level - T1 2022
Between Monday 31 January 2022 and Monday 4 April 2022
This art form has been practiced for thousands of years to cultivate the physical and psychological wellbeing of many. A simple and elegant movement class with the kind and patient Antonio.
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TAI CHI ALL ABILITIES - T1 2022
Between Monday 31 January 2022 and Monday 4 April 2022
This art form has been practiced for thousands of years to cultivate the physical and psychological wellbeing of many. A simple and elegant movement class with the kind and patient Antonio. If keen to join mid-level class, need to talk with Antonio first.
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Self Defence for Seniors - T1 2022
Tuesday 29 March 2022
Self defence for seniors is a great way to get active while learning a new and important skill. This session builds confidence and awareness around personal safety by learning easy to use actions in a range of scenarios. The session will include striking soft pads, working in pairs and having a good old chat about any of the community's concerns or fears when it comes to their safety. No fitness requirements, run by a female instructor.
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Exploring and Supporting Anxiety - T1 2022
Saturday 5 March 2022
This free online four-week program is run by Lucy Liga, a local yoga and qigong practitioner. Qigong helps to connect the mind to breath and physical movements. It helps calm the mind and relieves anxiety and emotional stress. In these sessions Lucy will explore what anxiety is and help you recognise
anxiety in the body and use breath work, qigong and mindfulness as tools to be able to draw on when experiencing being overwhelmed, or stressed.
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Mindful Art Making - T1 2022
Tuesday 1 March 2022
Increase your sense of calm and connection. Join art therapist Suzie who will facilitate a variety of mindful artmaking activities using a different modality (drawing, stitching, collage and clay) each week. Open to everyone – no previous art experience required.
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Medicinal Herbs and Spices 101 - T1 2022
Monday 21 March 2022
Come and learn about everyday herbs and spices to support your immune system during the Autumn months. Delicious juices and warm drinks will be concocted to demonstrate the power of food as medicine.
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Art and About Tour - T1 2022
Friday 18 March 2022
Come and join this fabulous street art walking tour throughout Maidstone, West Footscray and Seddon with local artist Amanda Neville. This will be a relaxed, fun morning admiring many of Maribyrnong’s beautiful murals. Wear comfy shoes, bring some water and a sense of adventure. Meeting at the Maidstone Community Centre. You will need to make your own way home from Seddon.
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Parenting Workshop - T1 2022 (CANCELLED)
Thursday 17 March 2022
Come and join this welcoming, relaxed and inclusive space for a discussion with Parents about Being Parents with Janine Hildebrand!. We’ll be covering topics such as the importance of self care, acknowledging the changes and stages of parenting, managing relationships, finding time and balance in your life and other topics important to you!
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Flatbread Making Workshop T1 2022
Wednesday 16 March 2022
Come and learn how to make delicious naan, rotis and warm flaky chapatis! These tasty unleavened breads are all surprisingly easy to make and can be eaten with any meal. You’ll enjoy them with a spicy red dahl on the day.
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Ethiopian Coffee Ceremony - T1 2022
Friday 11 March 2022
Enjoy being a part of a traditional Ethiopian coffee ceremony and learn about it’s significance for the Ethiopian community. This session will be run by two lovely local Ethiopian women who want to share their culture and enjoy a cup of coffee with you all. Traditional snacks will also be served.
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MamaWest Kid’s Haircuts - T1 2022
Monday 7 March 2022
We are so lucky to have the fabulous Sheridan from MamaWest come and show you some simple techniques to cut your children’s hair. Sheridan will demonstrate how to trim fringes, long and curly hair with real little people!
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Sustainable Parenting - T1 2022
Wednesday 2 March 2022
Having a baby brings with it a whole heap of happiness, sleep deprivation and waste! Kids have tiny feet but HUGE footprints!
This fab workshop will discuss some easy-to-action ways to maintain an eco-friendly lifestyle while navigating the big, wild world of parenthood. This will include an intro to cloth nappies as well as a bundle of tips and tricks for reducing your overall footprint.
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Baking with CWA - T1 2022
Thursday 24 February 2022
We are so happy to have the legendary Footscray CWA ladies back to teach you how to make all the good ol’ fashion favourites. Delicious shortbread, heavenly light sponges and the perfect pav are on the menu!
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Picnic In the Park - T1 2022
Sunday 20 February 2022
We will be hosting another fabulous Picnic in the Park during Random Acts of Kindness Week. There will be complimentary sweet treats, reptile petting, a kid’s treasure hunt, nature creations, table tennis, live music and of course random acts of kindness! All are welcome.
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Beginners Plus Computers - Wednesday - Semester 1 2022
Wednesday 2 February 2022
Designed for people who have some knowledge of computers. Introduces
students to the basics of how a computer works, Microsoft Word and the internet.
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Positive Steps Walking Group - T1 2022
Between Wednesday 12 January 2022 and Wednesday 2 February 2022
Walking is a great way to boost your strength, fitness and general wellbeing. Join us for a brisk walk around Maidstone or a gentle stroll around the park. On your return, enjoy a cuppa and a chat.
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Man Walk
Saturday 18 December 2021
Join a relaxed walk and talk with other local fellas. Come once to check it out or every week if you like! Walk for 30-45 minutes, finish with a coffee, before getting on with your day. Tell a mate or come on your own!
Maidstone Community Centre
Music for Hip Toddlers - Friday - T4 Onsite
12 November - 17 December 2021
Come on a rollicking ride through dance and percussion and rock out with Razz. Suitable for 0-4 years.
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Women’s Only Yoga - T4 Onsite
Between Thursday 11 November 2021 and Thursday 16 December 2021
Come and increase your physical health and wellbeing by joining Gemma our new women’s only yoga instructor. This class will help improve your flexibility, increase muscle tone, and help you unwind and de-stress. Tailored to suit all levels.
Maidstone Community Centre
Music for Hip Toddlers - Thursday - T4 Onsite
Thursday 11 November 2021
Come on a rollicking ride through dance and percussion and rock out with Razz. Suitable for 0-4 years.
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Maidstone Community Playgroup T 1 - 4 2021
Between Wednesday 3 February 2021 and Wednesday 15 December 2021
Run by an experienced facilitator, children will explore the delights of painting, play dough, dress ups, water play and planting in our gorgeous garden. Special pampering sessions for mums and dads.
Please only enrol your children. Adult enrolments are not required.
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IPad/Smart Phone Class - T4 2021
5 October- 15 December 2021
Learn to use your device whether its a Tablet, Smartphone or IPad to: reconnect with distant family and friends using social media and skype, connect more with your community and your interests through online group activities, watch docos and movies. online via zoom.
Maidstone Community Centre
Positive Steps Walking Group - T1 2021
Between Wednesday 13 January 2021 and Wednesday 15 December 2021
Walking is a great way to boost your strength, fitness and general wellbeing. Join us for a brisk walk around Maidstone or a gentle stroll around the park. On your return, enjoy a cuppa and a chat.
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Stretch and Release - T4 2021 Online
Between Tuesday 5 October 2021 and Tuesday 14 December 2021
We invite you to come along to a new stretch and release 20 minute session via zoom with Fleur. You will have the opportunity to move your body, stretch your muscles and release any unwanted tension. What a great way to start your day!
Monday Evening Slow Flow Yoga Class for Men & Women- T4 2021
Between Monday 4 October 2021 and Monday 13 December 2021
Let Fleur guide you through a relaxing, slow flowing yoga class to unwind after your day. Enjoy gentle meditation and breathing and finish the class with a long guided Savasana.
Tai Chi for Mind Power & Memory - T4 2021
Between Monday 8 November 2021 and Monday 13 December 2021
A focus on increasing both fitness and concentration with the energetic Mei.
Maidstone Community Centre
Spanish Speaking Playgroup
Between Monday 26 April 2021 and Monday 13 December 2021
This wonderful new group is for Spanish speaking families. Children will have the opportunity to practice the language through songs, games, and general conversation. Participants hope to create lifetime friendships with other Spanish speaking families so the children can grow up using their native language. Only Spanish will be spoken . Please just enrol your children. Adult enrolment is not required.
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TAI CHI ALL ABILITIES - T4
Between Monday 8 November 2021 and Monday 13 December 2021
This art form has been practiced for thousands of years to cultivate the physical and psychological wellbeing of many. A simple and elegant movement class with the kind and patient Antonio. If keen to join mid-level class need to talk with Antonio first
Maidstone Community Centre
Tai Chi Mid Level - T4
Between Monday 8 November 2021 and Monday 13 December 2021
This art form has been practiced for thousands of years to cultivate the physical and psychological wellbeing of many. A simple and elegant movement class with the kind and patient Antonio.
Maidstone Community Centre
Stories, Music and Make Believe - T4 Onsite
8 November - 13 December 2021
So much fun can be found in every book. Climb inside the characters with Razz, creator of Music for Hip Toddlers. There are songs to sing, dances, dress ups, puzzles and puppets. Suitable 2–5 years.
Maidstone Community Centre
Rainbow Playgroup - T4 Onsite
Between Friday 5 November 2021 and Friday 10 December 2021
This group has been created as a social group for gay, lesbian, queer, transgender and intersex parents and their parent friends in Melbourne’s inner west.
Maidstone Community Centre
Kids Can Cook Vegetarian - T4 2021
Wednesday 10 November 2021
This fun filled vegetarian four week class will get your kids making pizzas, pasta, smoothies, muffins and more while learning basic knife handling skills. Age 6 -12yrs.
Maidstone Community Centre
Spring into Gardening - T4 2021
Thursday 25 November 2021
Discover the joys of edible gardening this spring with Ella Boyen from Compost Community. In this 2 hour hands-on workshop, we’ll cover everything you need to know to plant an edible garden this Spring; from what plants to put in the ground right now, to improving your soil health, managing pests, and companion planting.
Maidstone Community Centre
North African Food Affair- T4 2021
Thursday 25 November 2021
If you want to explore the tantalising, deep, aromatic flavours and spices of Morocco, Tunisia and Libya well here’s your chance! Think preserved lemons, olives and turmeric, dried fruits and nuts, cinnamon, dates, nutmeg and succulent fall off the bone chicken. You’ll be creating and sitting down to eat a beautiful Moroccan Chicken, a fragrant Tunisian Pilaf and mouth watering Libyan date filled biscuits!
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Portuguese Cooking Delights - T4 2021
Thursday 18 November 2021
This traditional Portuguese cooking workshop will be amazing. Run by Luis from our People of Maidstone post, he will teach you how to make Caldo Verde a kale and chorizo soup, fresh cod fish cakes, tomato rice and roast piri piri chicken, a delicious salad and of course those mouth watering Portuguese tarts!
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Dog grooming -T4 2021 (CANCELLED)
Monday 15 November 2021
Ever wanted to know how to maintain your dog's coat between grooms? Do you have a pooch that is reluctant to be brushed? Come and learn some tips, techniques and much more with Dog Groomer Holly from Darlings Dog Grooming. Oh and be sure to bring pictures of your pooches! Please DO NOT BRING YOUR DOG WITH YOU.
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Resilience Q and A with Guest Speakers
Saturday 23 October 2021
A relaxed and informal facilitated Q & A on exploring resilience and how you can support yourself during these uncertain times. Featuring carefully selected guest speakers from different walks of life, with rich and varied life experience to share. Online.
A Zoom meeting link will be emailed to you prior to class commencement.
Frida Kahlo Cooking Extravaganza - T4 2021
Thursday 11 November 2021
Who wants to make a corn pudding with cream, chilli sauce, a baked chicken with smoked paprika, lemon and olives, maple green beans with toasted almonds and lime, and a superb Myan chocolate tart with chilli and cinnamon!? Woo hoo!
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Spicy Winter Asian Soups with Deb Ong - T4 2021
Wednesday 10 November 2021
Who wants to come and learn how to make authentic Thai, Malaysian and Singaporean steamy soups? Deb Ong, former owner of Jack B Nimble, will teach you how to make a superb Tom Kha Gai - A Thai soup traditionally made with chicken, coconut milk and flavoured with galangal, chilli, coriander, and lemongrass. A delicate Singaporean fish soup made with ginger and collard greens and a surprise Nonya ‘dessert’ soup made with sago pearls!
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Skateboard Deck Painting - T4 2021
21 September 9:30 - 12:30pm
Paint your own amazing skateboard in this three hour workshop with Anna from A is for Art. Students will first learn how to sketch a design on paper, then transfer it onto the board and colour using paint and markers. And finally how to seal with lacquer. No experience necessary. Suitable for kids aged 8-14 years old. Wheels not provided.
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Music for Hip Toddlers - Friday T4 Online
Between Friday 8 October 2021 and Friday 5 November 2021
Come on a rollicking ride through dance and percussion and rock out with Razz. Suitable for 0-4 years.
Women’s Only Yoga - T4 Online
Between Thursday 7 October 2021 and Thursday 4 November 2021
Come and increase your physical health and wellbeing by joining Fleur’s women’s only yoga. This class will help improve your flexibility, increase muscle tone, and help you unwind and de-stress. Tailored to suit all levels.
Maidstone Community Centre
Music for Hip Toddlers - Thursday - T4 Online
Between Thursday 7 October 2021 and Thursday 4 November 2021
Come on a rollicking ride through dance and percussion and rock out with Razz. Suitable for 0-4 years.
Writing Your Life Story with a Humorous Twist - T4 2021
Tuesday 2 November 2021
Everyone has stories. Join award winning screenwriter and novelist Christine Grace and embark on a fun filled 6 week exploration of the memoir genre. Using play and memory, participants will learn useful writing techniques to kick start their projects. All within a supportive
Stories, Music & Make Believe - Online T4 2021
Between Monday 4 October 2021 and Monday 1 November 2021
So much fun can be found in every book. Climb inside the characters with Razz, creator of Music for Hip Toddlers. There are songs to sing, dances, dress ups, puzzles and puppets. Suitable 2–5 years.
Rainbow Playgroup
Between Friday 23 April 2021 and Friday 1 October 2021
This group has been created as a social group for gay, lesbian, queer, transgender and intersex parents and their parent friends in Melbourne’s inner west.
Their hope is to connect LGBTQI parents so they can create positive friendships with other families and their children can feel part of a bigger community.
Families who are friends of LGBTQI families are also welcome.
Please just enrol your children. Adult enrolment is not required.
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Maidstone Reading Club Volunteers
Between Thursday 25 February 2021 and Friday 1 October 2021
Come along for one - to - one reading, group reading and literacy based fun activities.
Afternoon tea is also provided. The club is aimed at primary aged children who may not get to read at home, can’t afford tuition or find reading challenging.
Turn up on a Thursday to see if this club is suitable for your child.
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Kids Can Cook Vegetarian - T3 2021 School Holiday
Wednesday 22 September 2021
This fun filled vegetarian four week class will get your kids making pizzas, pasta, smoothies, muffins and more while learning basic knife handling skills. Age 6 -12yrs.
Maidstone Community Centre
Man Walk - T3 2021
Saturday 3 July 2021
Join a relaxed walk and talk with other local fellas. Come once to check it out or every week if you like! Walk for 30-45 minutes, finish with a coffee, before getting on with your day. Tell a mate or come on your own!
Maidstone Community Centre
Music for Hip Toddlers - Friday T3 2021
Friday 17 September 2021
Come on a rollicking ride through dance and percussion and ROCK OUT with Razz. Suitable for 0 - 4 years.
Maidstone Community Centre
Women’s Only Yoga - T3 2021
Between Thursday 15 July 2021 and Thursday 16 September 2021
Come and increase your physical health and wellbeing by joining Fleur’s women’s only yoga. This class will help improve your flexibility, increase muscle tone, and help you unwind and de-stress. Tailored to suit all levels.
Maidstone Community Centre
Music for Hip Toddlers - Thursday T3 2021
Thursday 16 September 2021
Come on a rollicking ride through dance and percussion and ROCK OUT with Razz. Suitable for 0 - 4 years.
Maidstone Community Centre
Monday Evening Slow Flow Yoga for Men and Women - T3 2021
Between Monday 12 July 2021 and Monday 13 September 2021
Let Fleur guide you through a relaxing, slow flowing yoga class to unwind after your day. Enjoy gentle meditation and breathing and finish the class with a long guided Savasana.
Maidstone Community Centre
Tai Chi for Mind Power & Memory - T3 2021
Between Monday 12 July 2021 and Monday 13 September 2021
A focus on increasing both fitness and concentration with the energetic Mei.
Maidstone Community Centre
Tai Chi for all Abilities - T3 2021
Between Monday 12 July 2021 and Monday 13 September 2021
This art form has been practiced for thousands of years to cultivate the physical and psychological wellbeing of many. A simple and elegant movement class with the kind and patient Antonio. If keen to join mid-level class need to talk with Antonio first
Maidstone Community Centre
Tai Chi Mid Level - T3 2021
Between Monday 12 July 2021 and Monday 13 September 2021
This art form has been practiced for thousands of years to cultivate the physical and psychological wellbeing of many. A simple and elegant movement class with the kind and patient Antonio.
Maidstone Community Centre
Stories, Music and Make Believe T3 2021
Monday 13 September 2021
So much fun can be found in every book. Climb inside the characters with Razz, creator of Music for Hip Toddlers. There are songs to sing and numbers to count, dances, dress ups, puzzles and puppets. Suitable 2 – 5 years.
Maidstone Community Centre
Sustainable Parenting - T3 2021
Thursday 9 September 2021
Having a baby brings with it a whole heap of happiness, sleep deprivation and waste! Kids have tiny feet but HUGE footprints!
This fab workshop will discuss some easy-to-action ways to maintain an eco-friendly lifestyle while navigating the big, wild world of parenthood. This will include an intro to cloth nappies as well as a bundle of tips and tricks for reducing your overall footprint. All are welcome including kids!
Maidstone Community Centre
Spring into Gardening - T3 2021
Thursday 2 September 2021
Discover the joys of edible gardening this spring with Ella Boyen from Compost Community. In this 2 hour hands-on workshop, we’ll cover everything you need to know to plant an edible garden this Spring; from what plants to put in the ground right now, to improving your soil health, managing pests, and companion planting.
Maidstone Community Centre
Mexican Folk Art ‘Nicho’ Shadow Box - T3 2021
Tuesday 31 August 2021
In this 3.5 hour workshop, students will be given creative freedom to design and construct a Nicho shrine shadow box, including painting the base, cutting and colouring tin, decorating using a large variety of traditional and pop culture mixed media and finally creating a collage base picture. All materials provided.
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Funky Sewing Basics for Men & Women - T3 2021-CANCELLED
Monday 30 August 2021
Students will walk away having made a little top, zip pouch and sling bag. No sewing experience required.
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Exploring and Supporting Anxiety - T3 2021
Saturday 7 August 2021
This FREE online four-week program is run by Lucy Liga, a local yoga and qigong practitioner. Qigong helps to connect the mind to the breath and physical movements. It helps calm the mind and relieves anxiety and emotional stress. In these sessions Lucy will explore what anxiety is and help you recognise anxiety in the body and use breath work, qigong and mindfulness as tools to be able to draw on when experiencing being overwhelmed, stressed or anxious.
Maidstone Community Centre
Ethiopian Coffee Ceremony - T3 2021
Friday 13 August 2021
Come and enjoy being a part of a traditional coffee ceremony and learn about it’s significance for the Ethiopian community. This session will be run by two lovely, local Ethiopian women who want to share their culture and enjoy a cup of coffee with you all. Traditional snacks will also be served.
Maidstone Community Centre
Social Drop-In Pool & Table Tennis Fun - T2 2021
Between Tuesday 27 April 2021 and Thursday 5 August 2021
If you love playing pool, billiards, snooker or table tennis or just want to learn, come and visit us on Tuesday afternoons or Thursday evenings to hang out, meet some people and have a cuppa. Everyone is welcome, we’d love to see you there!
Maidstone Community Centre
Sustainable Parenting - T3 2021
Wednesday 4 August 2021
Having a baby brings with it a whole heap of happiness, sleep deprivation and waste! Kids have tiny feet but HUGE footprints!
This fab workshop will discuss some easy-to-action ways to maintain an eco-friendly lifestyle while navigating the big, wild world of parenthood. This will include an intro to cloth nappies as well as a bundle of tips and tricks for reducing your overall footprint. All are welcome including kids!
Maidstone Community Centre
Casual Pool and Table Tennis Fun - T3 2021
Between Tuesday 29 June 2021 and Tuesday 20 July 2021
If you love playing pool, billiards, snooker or table tennis or just want to learn, come and visit us on Tuesday afternoons or Thursday evenings to hang out, meet some people and have a cuppa. All welcome over 18years. We’d love to see you there!
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Global Bread Making Workshop - T2 2021
Wednesday 14 July 2021
There's something magical about making bread at home. Come and learn how to make Anjera, a popular breakfast flat bread, eaten in Kenya and Somalia, spiced with cumin, fennel, nigella seeds, garlic and turmeric powder. A delicious spongy sourdough flat bread, crusty white dinner rolls and a wholemeal pita bread for falafels and salad. An aromatic vegetable curry will be whipped up to accompany the breads.
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IPad/Smart Phone Class - T3 2021
Tuesday 13 July 2021
Learn to use your device whether its a Tablet, Smartphone or IPad to: reconnect with distant family and friends using social media and skype, connect more with your community and your interests through online group activities, watch docos and movies.
Maidstone Community Centre
Kids Can Cook Vegetarian School Holiday - T2 2021
Thursday 8 July 2021
This fun filled vegetarian four week class will get your kids making pizzas, pasta, smoothies, muffins, soufflés and more while learning basic knife handling skills. Age 6-12yrs.
Maidstone Community Centre
Slime Making T2 School Holiday Program
2 July 10 - 11am
In this super fun workshop you will have access to ingredients to make one fluffy slime and one clear slime where you can add colour, glitters, foam beads and more! Book in early.
Age 5 -10yrs
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Beginner Plus Computers - Fridays Semester 1 2021
Friday 5 February 2021
Designed for people who have some knowledge of computers. Introduces
students to the basics of how a computer works, Microsoft Word and the internet.
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Funky Sewing Basic T2 2021
Friday 4 June 2021
Students will walk away having made a little top, zip pouch and sling bag. No sewing experience required.
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Music for Hip Toddlers - Friday T2 2021
Between Friday 23 April 2021 and Friday 25 June 2021
Come on a rollicking ride through dance and percussion and ROCK OUT with Razz.
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Maidstone Reading Club - T1 2021
Thursday 4 February 2021
Come along for one - to - one reading, group reading and literacy based fun activities.
Afternoon tea is also provided. The club is aimed at primary aged children who may not get to read at home, can’t afford tuition or find reading challenging.
Turn up on a Thursday to see if this club is suitable for your child.
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Intermediate Computer Thursday - Semester 1 2021
Thursday 4 February 2021
This course expands on our Beginners Plus classes. Learn to produce well-download and back-up your photos; use a photo editing program; create a slideshow.
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Women's Only Yoga T2 2021
Between Thursday 22 April 2021 and Thursday 24 June 2021
Come and increase your physical health and wellbeing by joining Fleur’s Women’s Only Yoga. This class will help improve your flexibility, increase muscle tone, and help you unwind and de-stress. Tailored to suit all levels from beginners to advanced. Classes will be held outside in the park if the weather is nice!
Maidstone Community Centre
Music For Hip Toddlers - Thurday T2 2021
Between Thursday 22 April 2021 and Thursday 24 June 2021
Come on a rollicking ride through dance and percussion and ROCK OUT with Razz, the Mighty bUZZniks’ front person! You and your mini people will leave feeling great, with songs you don’t mind having stuck in your head! Suitable for 0-4 years.
Maidstone Community Centre
Café Operations 5 week FREE Course - T2 2021
Between Wednesday 19 May 2021 and Wednesday 23 June 2021
Do you know anyone interested in working in the popular café scene? Our accredited course combines practical training on a commercial espresso machine with training in effective customer service techniques. The course develops employability skills, and improves the language and literacy skills required for employment in hospitality.
Enrolment Sessions
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Beginners Plus Computers - Wednesday - Semester 1 2021
Wednesday 3 February 2021
Designed for people who have some knowledge of computers. Introduces
students to the basics of how a computer works, Microsoft Word and the internet.
Maidstone Community Centre
IPad/Smart Phone Class - T1 2021
Between Tuesday 2 February 2021 and Tuesday 9 February 2021
Learn to use your device whether its a Tablet, Smartphone or IPad to: reconnect with distant family and friends using social media and skype, connect more with your community and your interests through online group activities, watch docos and movies, access health and wellbeing information.
Maidstone Community Centre
Yoga for All - Kids are Welcome T2 2021
Between Tuesday 20 April 2021 and Tuesday 22 June 2021
Join Fleur in this relaxing , gentle yoga class designed for all ages and levels. Young kids are welcome. Come along, breathe, move and take time out for you!
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Monday Evening Slow Flow Yoga Class T2 2021
Between Monday 19 April 2021 and Monday 21 June 2021
Let Fleur guide you through a relaxing, slow flowing yoga class to unwind after your day. Enjoy gentle meditation and breathing and finish the class with a long guided Savasana.
Maidstone Community Centre
Intermediate Computers Mondays - Semester 1 2021
1 Feb - 21 June
Learn to produce well-designed documents in Excel and Word; download, edit and back-up your photos; and create a slideshow with PowerPoint.
Maidstone Community Cetre
Tai Chi For Mind Power and Memory T2 2021
Between Monday 19 April 2021 and Monday 21 June 2021
A focus on increasing both fitness and concentration with the energetic Mei.
Maidstone Community Centre
Beginners Plus Computers Monday - Semester 1 2021
Monday 1 February 2021
Designed for people who have some knowledge of computers. Introduces
students to the basics of how a computer works, Microsoft Word and the Internet.
Maidstone Community Centre
Tai Chi For All Abilities - T2 2021
Between Monday 19 April 2021 and Monday 21 June 2021
This art form has been practiced for thousands of years to cultivate the physical and psychological wellbeing of many. A Simple and elegant movement class with the kind and patient Maureen and Antonio.
Maidstone Community Centre
Tai Chi For Disability - T2 2021
Between Monday 19 April 2021 and Monday 21 June 2021
This art form has been practiced for thousands of years to cultivate the physical and psychological wellbeing of many. A Simple and elegant movement class with the kind and patient Maureen and Antonio.
Maidstone Community Centre
Exploring and Supporting Anxiety T2 2021
Saturday 29 May 2021
This FREE online four-week program is run by Lucy Liga, a local yoga and qigong practitioner. Qigong helps to connect the mind to the breath and physical movements. It helps calm the mind and relieves anxiety and emotional stress. In these sessions Lucy will explore what anxiety is and help you recognise anxiety in the body and use breath work, qigong and mindfulness as tools to be able to draw on when experiencing being overwhelmed, stressed or anxious.
Art and About Tour - T2 2021
Thursday 17 June 2021
Come and join this fabulous street art walking tour throughout Maidstone, West Footscray and Seddon with local Artist/tour guide Amanda Neville, and guest artist Justine McAllister. These artworks reveal our vibrant history. You’ll also get to hang out in a local café and have afternoon tea provided while discussing what you’ve seen and it’s value and significance to the city. This will be a fun and casual event! This will roughly be a 4ks walk.
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Ethiopian Cooking with a Twist - T2 2021
Thursday 17 June 2021
Think Ethiopian baos with a dori wot and tibbs filling! You’ll also be tempted by an aromatic Buddha bowl including Alicha (potatoes, carrots, cabbage and green beans) a beetroot salad, a spicy lentil dahl, chickpeas and toasted injera!
Maidstone Community Centre
Stories, Music and Make Believe T2 2021
Between Monday 19 April 2021 and Monday 31 May 2021
So much fun can be found in every book. Climb inside the characters with Razz, creator of Music for Hip Toddlers. There are songs to sing and numbers to count, dances, dress ups, puzzles and puppets. Suitable 2 – 5 years.
Maidstone Community Centre
Worm Farming, Composting and Bokashi Workshop - T2 2021
Friday 28 May 2021
Come and celebrate World Composting Day and learn about the different ways of composting including bokashi, vermaculture and hot compost, whether you have just a balcony or a huge backyard! Learn tips to manage the system for success including troubleshooting, harvesting and using the compost you have produced.
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Medicinal Herbs and Spices 101 T2 2021
Thursday 20 May 2021
Come and join our wonderful naturopath Anna, to learn about everyday herbs and spices that are good for you and will help you improve your health and boost your immune system over winter.
Delicious juices and warm drinks will be concocted to demonstrate the power of food as medicine.
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Hawkers Food Workshop T2 2021
Wednesday 19 May 2021
Come and learn how to make authentic Hawker style food with Deb Ong, former owner and chef of Jack B Nimble, will teach you how to make a superb Singaporean style curry laksa, a mouth watering rojak salad, and a beautiful sweet filled pandan crepe, traditionally called a ‘kuih dadar’.
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Indigenous Weaving Worshops - T2 2021
Tuesday 18 May 2021
Lorraine Brigdale is a YortaYorta artist who resides on DjaDjaWurrung country in Bendigo. Her practice includes Basket Weaving, Painting and paintmaking. Her basket work is a skill learned from Indigenous family and sisters. She has been weaving baskets and mats for most of her adult life. Lorraine feels that basket weaving groups become a setting for peace, healing, communication and friendship.
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Art and About T2 2021
Tuesday 18 May 2021
Come and join this fabulous street art walking tour throughout Footscray with local Artist, Amanda Neville. These artworks reveal our vibrant history. You’ll also get to hang out in a local café and have afternoon tea provided . This will be a fun and casual event! This will roughly be a 4ks walk.
Maidstone Community Centre
Kids Can Cook Vegetarian - T2 2021
Wednesday 5 May 2021
Your children can look forward to floury faces, sticky fingers and messy bench tops while exploring the delights of cooking. This fun filled vegetarian four week class will get your kids making pizzas, pasta, smoothies, muffins, soufflés and more while learning basic knife handling skills. Age 6-12yrs.
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Kombucha, Kim Chi, Kefir and Fermented Cashew Cheese T2 2021
Tuesday 4 May 2021
Come and learn how to make these traditional fermentations to improve your gut health and boost your immune system. It will be fun, cheap and easy learning to make four different kinds of fermented foods.
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Slime Making Workshop T2 2021
Thursday 29 April 2021
In this super fun workshop you will have access to ingredients to make one fluffy slime and one clear slime where you can add colour, glitters, foam beads and more! Book in early. Limited places. Age 4 -10yrs. Children under 5 need to be accompanied by a carer.
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Setting Up an Online Business - T2 2021
Wednesday 21 April 2021
This FREE 10 week very hands on course is designed for beginners, covering essential first steps such as: registering your business name, building and maintaining a website, using WordPress, managing website content adding images, and a blog, and utilising social media to drive traffic to your Website.
Maidstone Community Centre
Ready Set Work Barista - T1 2021
Thursday 8 April 2021
This is a fantastic 2 day practical course designed to prepare people for work or training in the vibrant café scene. You’ll learn how to operate a commercial coffee machine, learn about the origins of coffee, make a range of coffees, increase your confidence and improve your job ready skills. Don’t miss out, limited places. Run in partnership with Jesuit Social Services.
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Raw Vegan Food Workshop with Julia T1 2021
Tuesday 30 March 2021
In this beautiful two hour class you’ll learn how to make and enjoy a delicious Mediterranean Kale Salad, Gazpacho Andaluz, Vegetable Nori Rolls, Daikon Noodles with Gingered Tahini Sauce and an amazing Raw Chocolate Avocado Mousse!
Maidstone Community Centre
Tai Chi for Mind Power & Memory - T1 2021
Between Monday 1 February 2021 and Monday 29 March 2021
A focus on increasing both fitness and concentration with the energetic Mei.
Maidstone Community Centre
Funky Sewing Basics for Men & Women
Sunday 28 March 2021
Students will walk away having made a little top, zip pouch and sling bag. No sewing experience required.
Maidstone Community Centre
Exploring and Supporting Anxiety - T1 2021
Saturday 6 March 2021
This FREE online four week program is run by Lucy Liga, a local yoga and qigong practitioner. Qigong helps to connect the mind to the breath and physical movements. It helps calm the mind and relieves anxiety and emotional stress. In these sessions Lucy will explore what anxiety is and help you recognise anxiety in the body and use breath work, qigong and mindfulness as tools to be able to draw on when experiencing being overwhelmed, stressed or anxious.
Funky Sewing Basics for Men and Women - T1 2021
Friday 5 March 2021
Students will walk away having made a little top, zip pouch and sling bag. No sewing experience required.
Maidstone Community Centre
Music for Hip Toddlers - Friday T1 2021
Between Friday 5 February 2021 and Friday 26 March 2021
Come on a rollicking ride through dance and percussion and ROCK OUT with Razz.
Maidstone Community Centre
Women's Only Yoga - T1 2021
Between Thursday 4 February 2021 and Thursday 25 March 2021
Come and increase your physical health and wellbeing by joining Fleur’s Women’s Only Yoga. This class will help improve your flexibility, increase muscle tone, and help you unwind and de-stress. Tailored to suit all levels from beginners to advanced. Classes will be held outside in the park if the weather is nice!
Maidstone Community Centre
Music for Hip Toddlers - Thursday - T1 2021
Between Thursday 4 February 2021 and Thursday 18 March 2021
Come on a rollicking ride through dance and percussion and ROCK OUT with Razz, the Mighty bUZZniks’ front person! You and your mini people will leave feeling great, with songs you don’t mind having stuck in your head! Suitable for 0-4 years.
Maidstone Community Centre
Kenyan Coastal Cooking with Saida - T1 2021
Wednesday 17 March 2021
Come and learn how to make Saida’s meat Pilau, chapatis, potato bhajia and sweet mahamri. These beautiful dishes reflect the confluence of Arabic, South Asian and East African traditions. Think cloves, nutmeg, cinnamon and cardamom which have magically worked their way into Swahili cuisine and has given coastal Kenyan food it’s intense flavour.
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Multicultural Vegan Feast
Tuesday 16 March 2021
Celebrating our Multicultural Community
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Stories, Music and Make Believe T1 2021
Between Monday 1 February 2021 and Monday 15 March 2021
So much fun can be found in every book. Climb inside the characters with Razz, creator of Music for Hip Toddlers. There are songs to sing and numbers to count, dances, dress ups, puzzles and puppets. Suitable 2 – 5 years.
Maidstone Community Centre
Art and About - T1 2021
Tuesday 9 March 2021
Come and join this fabulous street art walking tour throughout Footscray with local artist Amanda Neville. These artworks reveal our vibrant history. You’ll also get to hang out in a local café, and have afternoon tea provided while discussing what you’ve seen, and it’s value and significance to the city. This will be a fun and casual event!
Maidstone Community Centre
Ethiopian Cooking with a Twist - T1 2021
Tuesday 2 March 2021
Who would like to experience Saida’s delicious Ethiopian baos with a dori wot and tibbs filling? She’ll also tempt you with an aromatic Buddha bowl including Alicha (potatoes, carrots, cabbage and green beans) a beetroot salad, a spicy lentil dahl, chickpeas and toasted injera!
Maidstone Community Centre
Essential Oil Workshop for Anxiety -T1 2021
Saturday 27 February 2021
In this online class you will learn about what anxiety actually is, some simple techniques to manage thoughts relating to anxiety based on the Cognitive Behavioural Model and Mindfulness. You will also learn how to incorporate essential oils into your mood management regime. Pay directly to tutor.
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Vegan Workshop with an Indigenous Twist
Wednesday 24 February 2021
Join Julia Grueskin, a fabulous plant-based chef for a yummy, healthy, and educational workshop with an indigenous Australian twist using herbs and bushfoods.
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Billiards For Men and Women T1 2021
Between Tuesday 9 February 2021 and Tuesday 23 February 2021
Come along and join in the fun. All you need is a cue, to be over 55 and to become a club member. The Snooker competitions has both team and single tournaments. We practice on Tuesdays and play competitions on Fridays.
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