Monash Council Arts, Culture & Events Team
Hello, welcome to the Monash Council Arts, Culture & Events page. Here you will see a list of events that we are currently taking bookings for.
Exhibition Opening - An evening with Jessie Turner
Thursday 10 July 2025
Join us during NAIDOC week for our Exhibition opening & Artist Talk, ' How animals see death' by Jessie Turner.
'How animals see death' examines death-related behaviours and species-specific rituals in animals, challenging the long-held assumption that non-human species lack an understanding of death. This belief has long been used to position humans as uniquely intelligent or spiritually superior reinforcing the notion that consciousness is a distinctly human trait. Drawing on anecdotal observation, scientific research, and speculative thinking, this series seeks to unsettle this narrative and expand how we perceive animal consciousness and responses to death.
Using still-life photography, a medium historically linked to death through its stillness and spectral quality, the work brings to light the emotional, cognitive, and even spiritual dimensions of how animals experience death.
Jessie Turner is a Nari Nari and Wotjobaluk artist living and making work on Wurundjeri land.
Monash Civic Centre Foyer
Layers of Country - An Evening with Artist Simone Thomson
Tuesday 8 July 2025
Join us for a special exhibition opening event for 'Layers of Country' with Simone Thomson and enjoy a traditional Welcome to Country, Smoking Ceremony, didgeridoo performance and artist talk.
Simone is a Wurundjeri Woi-Wurrung and Yorta-Yorta woman through her mother, and Irish and Scottish through my father. Her people are river people. Her deep connection to Country — to the sacred waterways of Birrarung and Dhungala, to the River Redgum trees and rainforests, the skies and mountains — were born before her physical self and are at the heart of her practice.
“We are people of the earth; we are people of Country. Our heartbeat can be felt in the gentle vibrations underfoot, that consistent thudding of an ancient, timeless pulse. This is the truth of the land. It holds secrets and stories and wants to be remembered. These works reflect the dimensionality and spirit of the land, and the essence of ancestral knowledge passed down over thousands of years.” Simone Thomson
The Track Gallery - Mount Waverley Community Centre
Winter Series 2025 - The Australian Barbra Streisand Show
Friday 4 July 2025
In a homage to the show stopping six-decade long career, Rachael Grace presents 'The Australian Barbra Streisand Show'.
Performing songs from the sensational catalogue of Streisand's classic films, musicals and hit records, 'The Australian Barbra Show' honours the endless talent and legacy of this icon of musica royalty. Featuring hits from 'Funny Girl', 'The Way We Were', 'A Star is Born' and many more.
Featuring singing sensation Rachael Grace, accompanied by her incredible band with musical direction and piano accompaniment by the amazing John Thorn, supplementary vocals by songbird Kara Ciezki.
For a fun and playful night of multi-genre excellence, book now!
Clayton Community Centre - Theatrette
Winter Series 2025 - Brooklyn '86
Friday 6 June 2025
Brooklyn ‘86 are a New Orleans style brass band, inspired by the traditions of the famous city. With modern influences including The Rebirth Brass Band, The Hot 8 Brass Band and The Hackney Colliery Band, Brooklyn '86 brings elements of trad, jazz, hip-hop and funk to their take on the brass band tradition.
THE COUNT'S | MONASH UNIVERSITY CLAYTON
The Creative’s Marketing Blueprint
Saturday 3 May 2025
Join us for a hands-on, real-world workshop that demystifies marketing for creatives. We’ll focus on self- branding, the must-haves for your website, and stress-free social media.
This professional development workshop will provide a practical, straightforward introduction to the basics of marketing for creatives. Featuring two workshops from expert educators Creative Plus Business—focused on Marketing and Branding for artists—and an artist-led panel on Arts Marketing in Practice, this event is perfect for creatives of all levels and practices.
If you are unable to attend in person and would like to explore other opportunities to access the event, please get in touch with us.
Part of the creativeRISE Professional Development series presented by Monash City Council, Greater Dandenong City Council and the Maroondah Arts Collective from Maroondah City Council.
Wheelers Hill Meeting Room
MCGP First Aid Training
Tuesday 1 April 2025
These First Aid Workshops provide applicants with an opportunity to get their Level 2 First Aid to help with running your grant programs and events.
Sessions are open for people aged 16+
We are offering two sessions:
Both on Tuesday 1 April
Group 1 – Full day in person course (no pre-e-learning) 9am-5pm
Group 2 – Blended course with pre-e-learning and assessment needed to be completed and then 4pm-5.30pm in person learning
Monash Civic Centre
Clayton Festival
Sunday 16 March 2025
Clayton Festival is a FREE community celebration for families and kids featuring live entertainment, creative activities, food trucks and roving performers. Clayton Festival reflects our vibrant and diverse community, and we welcome everyone to join us for an exciting day in Clayton!
The festival is held in the heart of Clayton business district, within the car park of Clayton Community Centre and Clayton Aquatic and Health Club.
Clayton Community Centre Car Park
Live at Warrawee
Saturday 15 February 2025
Live at Warrawee is our premier live music event.
We are thrilled to announce our 2025 line up featuring headline act Taylor Henderson and supporting acts That Gold Street Sound, Austral, Blanco Tranco, Mr Muk, Superhoodz Crew and of course our incredible MC, Candy Hertz!
Live at Warrawee is an event for the whole family, with chilled picnic vibes and a range of musical genres, local playground, roving performers with bubbles throughout the afternoon and fire spinning from 6.45pm, and a special music art drop-in workshop event for the kids to create their own vinyl record cover!
There will also be plenty of great food available onsite including local brewery Kaiju Beer & Pizza who will run a pop-up bar offering drinks, and a nice place to sit and enjoy the show. Not to mention Oakleigh’s renowned Eaton Mall, located right next door!
We would like to acknowledge the support we have received through Revive Live – an Australian Government initiative.
Warrawee Park
Nanyubak in Photographs
Tuesday 17 December 2024
Please join us to launch Nanyubak in Photographs, celebrating the mural artwork of Gunditjmara, Yorta Yorta and Wemba Wemba man Tommy Day III.
Photographs by Clinton Plowman of Flash Studios.
Located in Oakleigh on Wurundjeri Land, Nanyubak celebrates First Nations culture and fosters a sense of community. Named after a Yorta Yorta word meaning ‘to dream the future’, Nanyubak depicts the lines of connection that bind people to the land and to each other. Bunjil the Eagle and Waa the Crow feature prominently, while the teal thread of the local Scotchmans Creek runs throughout. Gum leaves feature in the work, welcoming people to the lands of the Traditional Owners, the Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung People.
Tuesday 17 December
6.00pm – 7.30pm
Monash Civic Centre Gallery (293 Springvale Road, Glen Waverley)
RSVP: By 15 December
Light supper will be provided
Civic Gallery
Monash Carols by Candlelight
Saturday 7 December 2024
Join us for another spectacular Carols by Candlelight at Jells Park on Saturday 7 December.
Festivities will begin at 5.30pm with children's activities and pre-show entertainment including talented locals.
The Main Concert begins at 7.30pm and will feature some Monash favourites as well as some new guest soloists.
Jells Park
Family Fun Day
Sunday 10 November 2024
Family Fun Day is set to return on Sunday 10 November 2024 from 10am – 3pm at Batesford Reserve!
This is a FREE community event which will feature live performances and entertainment with loads of family-friendly activities including kids’ craft sessions, amusement rides, sporting activities, music and dancing.
Batesford Reserve
FAS Awards - Presentation
Monday 28 October 2024
2024 FAS Awards Presentation Day
Join us for the 2024 For Arts’ Sake (FAS) Awards presentation on Monday, 28 October, from 10am at the Monash Civic Centre to celebrates the winners of this amazing new art award dedicated to local artists!
The FAS Awards celebrates visual artists and champions the creative industries, offering a prize pool worth over $6,000. Additionally, Monash will award an in-kind solo exhibition opportunity at the Monash Civic Gallery.
Refreshments will be provided, so please register your interest to join us for this exciting event!
Monash Civic Centre
Winter Series 2024 - The Beach Boys v Frankie Valli Tribute
Sunday 4 August 2024
An Australian tribute to The Beach Boys and Frankie Valli & the 4 Seasons goes ahead-to-head in one huge show!
One afternoon jam-packed with classics hits! From Surfin’ USA to Walk Like a Man and Good Vibration to Can’t Take My Eyes Off You.
This show ROCKS!!
CLAYTON THEATRE
Sofie Dieu Artist Talk
Friday 2 August 2024
Join artist Sofie Dieu as she speaks about her silent film, I Am Water.
I Am Water is a silent film that speaks of first-generation Australian women and their connection to water. Dieu performs in a dress that is a result of a collaboration between the artist and 50 migrant women living in the suburbs of Melbourne, namely the City of Monash. Their personal narratives and their yearning for home are revealed in each one of the 60 embroideries that were created and sewn together to form a three-meter diameter gown.
This film was shot in the Victorian Alps of Australia and was later edited in the artist' studio in Brunswick/Beleke-bek.
Civic Gallery
Petroglyph Workshop with artist Kobi Sainty
Thursday 18 July 2024
Join The Track Gallery exhibiting artist, Kobi Sainty for a lunchtime workshop recreating Bunurong rock art.
Learn about the Country we live on and delve into the stories and connections that First Nations peoples have shared for thousands of years.
As a proud Palawa and Bunurong man, Kobi's artwork reflects the rich cultural heritage and contemporary experiences of First Nations peoples.
Civic Centre, Ground Meeting Room 2 & 3
Winter Series 2024 - La Mauvaise Réputation
Friday 5 July 2024
This French jazz and swing virtuosos La Mauvaise Réputation are Australia’s most authentic interpreters of the wild rhythms and passion of 1930s Parisian hot jazz and the beautiful melodies of classic French chanson - sung en français bien sûr.
OAKLEIGH-CARNEGIE RSL
Winter Series 2024 - The Dancin Man
Friday 7 June 2024
Get along to this all singing, all dancing, one-man show!
This show takes you through the ‘classic decades’ where music and dance had style, grace, and charisma, accompanied by a three-piece band!
Sit back, relax, and enjoy this high energy show while Luke sings, dances and entertains you.
THE COUNT'S | MONASH UNIVERSITY CLAYTON
Fire, Home and Personal Safety with Fire Rescue & Vic Pol
Thursday 30 May 2024
Fire Home and Personal Safety
With Special Guest Speakers:
Senior Constable, Sara Coe, Victoria Police and Firefighter and Shane McCluskey, Multicultural Liaison Officer, Fire Rescue Vic.
Date Thursday 30th May
Time 7.00 -9.00pm
Venue Mt Waverley Community Centre, Lounge Room
Light snacks and refreshments provided
Mount Waverley Community Centre - Lounge Room
Fire, Home and Personal Safety with Fire Rescue & Vic Pol (CANCELLED)
Thursday 18 April 2024
Join us to hear from Senior Constable Sara Coe, Victoria Police. Followed by a presentation from Firefighter and Multicultural Liaison Officer, Shane McCluskey, Fire Rescue Victoria. This session provides valuable information and advice from leading experts to help keep yourself, your family and your home safe, secure and fire safe, and know what to do in an emergency. There will be an opportunity to meet our local emergency services teams and a Q&A. Light Snacks and Refreshments Provided
Clayton Community Centre Meeting Room (next to library)
Monash Carols by Candlelight
Sunday 3 December 2023
CAROLS POSTPONED UNTIL– SUNDAY 3 DECEMBER
We regret to inform you that we have had to make the decision to postpone this evening’s Carols By Candlelight event for 24 hours, with it now taking place tomorrow, Sunday 3 December.
We have continued to monitor the weather at Jells Park throughout the week, however today’s unexpected heavier rain/storm has now made the event unsafe to continue for both attendees and performers and the site needs the additional time to drain.
We understand that many people who were planning to attend this evening will not be able to and we’re sorry about that. But hopefully a lot of our community will be able to make it tomorrow night.
We are incredibly grateful to our performers and Carols cast for their flexibility and willingness to ensure we can deliver our Carols event to the community.
Thank you for your understanding and we hope to see you tomorrow evening.
Jells Park
STAYING SAFE IN A HEATWAVE
Thursday 23 November 2023
Learn what you can do to stay safe and cool during heatwaves at this special presentation with Ambulance Victoria. Talk to paramedics at our session and find out what you can do to keep yourself and your loved ones safe in the hot summer months. A free light lunch and refreshments will be provided.
Clayton Community Centre
Workshop: Live Music Action Plan Consultation
Wednesday 27 September 2023
The City of Monash is creating a Live Music Action Plan to support and grow an active, rich and diverse music culture in the municipality.
These workshops are for key stakeholders providing the music community and industry with the opportunity to bring their innovative and future-focused ideas to help inform the plan.
As an identified stakeholder, we’d like to include you in this workshop and provide you with an early draft document for feedback.
Civic Centre - Glen Waverley
Kungari Comedy at Clayton
Thursday 6 July 2023
Kungari Comedy brings you Victoria's funniest Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander comedians. They are all alumni from the Melbourne International Comedy Festival's Deadly Funny program. Each act brings their own funny stories about their experiences of being Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander in Australia.
Clayton Community Centre Theatrette
Winter Series 2023 - Community Choir
Sunday 25 June 2023
Whether you’re a diva or a warbler, it doesn’t matter - you’re welcome. Music and singing is for everybody!
By the end of the session, you will be an integral part of a choir belting out a song in three-part harmony.
Mt Waverley Community Centre (Hall A)
Winter Series 2023 - Baby Love
Sunday 18 June 2023
Women of Soul Collective presents Baby Love, a special interactive experience for babies to 4 year olds.
In this session artists sing, play percussion and dance with the whole family.
CLAYTON COMMUNITY CENTRE
Winter Series 2023 - Piano Pop
Friday 9 June 2023
Melbourne’s own Drew Downing brings his high energy to The Count’s. With his infamous stage band in
tow, Drew ignites the room through a collection of rock and roll, jazz and pop favourites.
THE COUNT'S | MONASH UNIVERSITY CLAYTON
Workshop: Sustaining your creative practice
Saturday 3 June 2023
Join us for a day-long deep dive into you and your creative practice.
In this workshop we will explore how to get started (or restarted), how to build the resources you need and make a plan to put it into action. You will walk away feeling refreshed, inspired, and ready to create the career you want.
This session will cover how to establish your business model, how to balance different kinds of income, who else you need to help you succeed and how to set professional, personal, and creative goals.
About the presenter
Debby Maziarz is a community development practitioner and creative entrepreneur who mentors artists, organisations and communities to create solid plans for resourcing their work. Renowned for unearthing innovative and ‘fundable’ ideas, Debby is driven to build the capacity of artists to get their important work done.
Presented by Monash Creative Industries Program
Wheelers Hill Library Meeting Room
Winter Series 2023 - Sing & Swing!
Friday 2 June 2023
Join us for an hour of singing and swinging as we step back in time to the 1920s! This Brooks & Baker Productions, will have you toe tappin' and dancing up a storm.
OAKLEIGH HALL
Workshop: Exploring Photomontage with Ratipahn Bunthanorm
Saturday 29 April 2023
Explore the themes and techniques of photomontage and create a new work from magazines, found objects and your own imagination. Learn how to use the images you see as your colour-filled palette in a relaxed and fun afternoon.
Suitable for adults.
About the Artist
Ratiphan Bunthanorm creates work using upcyled and reclaimed materials using a collage technique known as photomontage. From her home studio in Clayton, she explores her interests in surrealist landscapes and offers a colourful and joyous take on our modern world.
This workshop is presented as part of The Track Gallery program.
Image Credit: ‘Rainbow blueweiss’ by Ratipahn Bunthanorm
The Track Gallery - Mount Waverley Community Centre
Workshop: Creative Collage for Kids with Ratipahn Bunthanorm
Saturday 15 April 2023
Create your own artwork using pictures of your favourite things. In this hands-on workshop you will create a magical collage that is only limited by your imagination.
Suitable for children aged 8-12 years. All children must attend with an adult.
About the Artist
Ratiphan Bunthanorm creates work using upcyled and reclaimed materials using a collage technique known as photomontage. From her home studio in Clayton, she explores her interests in surrealist landscapes and offers a colourful and joyous take on our modern world.
This workshop is presented as part of The Track Gallery program.
Image Credit: ‘The Grid’ by Ratipahn Bunthanorm
The Track Gallery - Mount Waverley Community Centre
Workshop: DIY fundraising for artists and arts groups
Tuesday 4 April 2023
Do you have money questions? Wondering why you never seem to have enough or where it even comes from?
In this workshop, we’ll develop a DIY plan for fundraising and sponsorship strategies that work, using the power of your networks and passionate supporters.
The session will cover fundraising, sponsorships, developing a giving campaign and the pathways to access support from people who already love what you do.
Presented by Monash Creative Industries Program
Wheelers Hill Library Meeting Room
Getting out there – streaming, radio, getting gigs
Friday 17 March 2023
How do I get my music out there?
In this workshop Owen McKern from PBS and Venue booker, Juliette Lalli, discuss how to get onto streaming sites, how to get your music on radio, and how to approach getting gigs.
The event is supported by the Victorian Government through Creative Victoria’s On the Road Again initiative, designed to bring back local live music events.
Oakleigh Chambers
Pathways to Success
Friday 17 March 2023
Are you thinking about getting a manager? Wondering how to progress your music career?
In this workshop an artist and their manager unpack how they work together, what their roles are and how to build and market a career in music.
This workshop will be facilitated by Leesa Snider (Achord Agency) and Loretta Miller.
The event is supported by the Victorian Government through Creative Victoria’s On the Road Again initiative, designed to bring back local live music events.
Oakleigh Chambers
Ascension Artist Development Program
Thursday 16 March 2023
Exclusive workshop with THNDO.
Ascension Artist Development Program: is a short music workshop on release and promotional strategies from recording, publishing and promoting your music.
The workshop will be how to write a biography, update social media channels to align with brand, how to write a press release and how to create a release timeline.
The final 20 minutes of the workshop will be an in conversation with an artist where we'll share our insights on navigating the Australian music industry as signed and unsigned artists.
The event is supported by the Victorian Government through Creative Victoria’s On the Road Again initiative, designed to bring back local live music events.
Oakleigh Chambers
DIY Marketing and PR for the independent artist
Thursday 16 March 2023
In this informative workshop, Chelsea Wilson and Linda Catalano (Women of Soul Collective) share essential marketing and promotion information for artists. Covering:
- Creating a press release
- Pitching shows/albums to media
- Socials
- Developing promotional materials
The event is supported by the Victorian Government through Creative Victoria’s On the Road Again initiative, designed to bring back local live music events.
Oakleigh Chambers
Show Me The Money
Wednesday 15 March 2023
Come learn about some of the different revenue streams for artists .
Dale Packard (Music Victoria) and Glen Bennie (APRA AMCOS) shine a light on publishing, royalties, and how to apply for grants and funding.
The event is supported by the Victorian Government through Creative Victoria’s On the Road Again initiative, designed to bring back local live music events.
Oakleigh Chambers
Essentials for the Self-Managed Artist
Wednesday 15 March 2023
Essential for the self-managed artist, this workshop, run by Chelsea Wilson and Linda Catalano (Women of Soul Collective), discusses goal setting, developing a strategy for your tours and releases, time management, creating your ‘team’ and much more.
The event is supported by the Victorian Government through Creative Victoria’s On the Road Again initiative, designed to bring back local live music events.
Oakleigh Chambers
Untangling the tangle of an art career
Tuesday 7 March 2023
megan evans has had a long career as an artist, working for over 40 years in many disciplines. In that time she has made many mistakes and learnt a lot from those mistakes. The path of an artist is full of twists and turns.
This session will both enlighten and challenge you to examine the reality of what it takes to commit yourself for the long haul.
megan shares generously what not to do, based on bad decisions she made, and how to plot a future that will become a life's path not a quick fix to fame and fortune.
About the presenter
dr. megan evans is a multidisciplinary artist, working in video, photography, sculpture, and installation. megan's work is informed by social issues, examining the nature of belonging and the impact of colonisation on identity, both self and nation.
www.meganevansartist.com
Image Credit: megan evans, Sins of the Father, 2018, courtesy of the artist
Presented by City of Monash Creative Industries Program
Wheelers Hill Library Meeting Room
Test (CANCELLED)
Friday 10 February 2023
test
clayton hall
Making Great Events Happen
Tuesday 7 February 2023
Have you got a big idea for a great event, but not sure how to make it happen?
Join us for a workshop about events – why we hold them and what you need to know before you start planning. Get practical advice on what you need to do, what an event permit is, and access assistance to dream up your event. Understand who your audience is and how to invite the whole community to get involved.
This session will cover event planning, permits, budgets and funding, as well as marketing.
Presented by Monash City Council’s Creative Industries Program
Wheelers Hill Library Meeting Room
Monash Networking Event
Friday 4 November 2022
Events are back and Monash Council would like to invite you and a friend to join us for an evening of networking, food and live music.
Celebrating the adoption of the new Monash Arts & Culture Strategy, come along and meet like-minded event industry artists, performers, suppliers and Event Organisers.
This is a great way to connect with the local community creatives whilst enjoying live music and some light refreshments.
Join us on Friday 4 November from 5pm until 7pm at Clayton Community Centre.
Don’t forget to bring your business cards and get your hashtags ready.
We have limited numbers so groups and businesses are only able to secure 2 spots.
Clayton Community Centre
Winter Concert Series 2022 - The Cosmic Cats
Sunday 10 July 2022
Monash Council presents the final of four Winter Concert Series for 2022 with the Cosmic Cats
Clayton Theatrette, Clayton Community Centre
Winter Concert Series 2022 - NAIDOC Week - Pirritu
Thursday 7 July 2022
Ngiyampaa man and First Nations singer-songwriter Pirritu’s music is gentle, honest and melodic, enticing you into the depths of his personal journey, to sing you a story of sadness, love and hope.
For details about other upcoming concerts in the series please visit www.monash.vic.gov.au/festivals
Mount Waverley Community Centre
Artist Talk - Dr Paola Balla
Thursday 7 July 2022
Join Dr Paola Balla in The Track Gallery as she shares her thoughts and knowledge of Treaty and First Nations ways of being, knowing & doing.
Track Gallery, Mount Waverley Community Centre
Refugee Week Film Night - AKONI
Friday 24 June 2022
A homeless Nigerian refugee struggles to integrate into Australian society after escaping the clutches of Boko Haram. While living on the streets and on the receiving end of racist taunts from a group of drunks, a young woman comes to his aid and offers him a place to stay. Struggling with her own heartbreak, she soon finds solace in her unlikely new companion as he opens her up to a world beyond her current life of modelling, parties and social media. Light finger food and refreshments provided
Clayton Theatre, Clayton Community Centre
Winter Concert Series 2022 - Cookin' On 3 Burners
Sunday 19 June 2022
SUNDAY 19 JUNE - 2pm-3pm
FREE CONCERTS - FOR ALL AGES
Monash Council presents the first of four Winter Concert Series for 2022 at The Count's with Australia’s hardest hitting Hammond Organ Trio, Cookin' On 3 Burners.
Clayton Theatrette
End of Ramadan Dinner Celebration and Women’s Safety event
Friday 20 May 2022
Please join us to share a meal together and celebrate the end of Ramadan. Everyone welcome! A wonderful opportunity to get to know your fellow Muslim and diverse community and hear from inspirational women in a welcoming environment. Please advise of any dietary needs. All food is Halal. Proof of Covid vaccination must be shown upon arrival.
Oakleigh Hall
Valley Reserve - Aboriginal Cultural Walk & Food Experience
Saturday 14 May 2022
Enjoy a guided walk through Valley Reserve with an Aboriginal Elder who will share First Nation’s knowledge and understanding of Culture and Country.
Afterwards you can experience delicious Aboriginal inspired foods prepared on the day by Mullum Mullum Indigenous Gathering Place (BBQ meat/vegetarian options, salads).
Valley Reserve
Clayton Community Lunch
Wednesday 24 November 2021
A joint initiative between Dixon House and Monash Council’s Hello Neighbour Project.
The lunch provides an opportunity to get to know the local community and celebrate Monash's multicultural community over a delicious lunch.
This event is an opportunity to welcome our community including international students, and enjoy a meal together while making some new connections.
Learn about some of the local services and programs available to you and your family, and get to know your neighbours.
Dixon House Neighbourhood Centre
Managing Stress in Uncertain Times
Tuesday 28 September 2021
The City of Monash is inviting Monash University students to join this free online workshop run by Balance4Life.
Let’s build our resilience muscle in these uncertain times and get some AIR.
By having Emotional Self Awareness for ourselves, we can better serve others.
Acknowledge – these are difficult times
Innovate – look for creative solutions
Relax – develop a regular meditation /relaxation practice
Winter Concert Series 2021 - Sol Nation (CANCELLED)
Sunday 12 September 2021
Monash Council presents the third of four Winter Concert Series for 2021. Held at Oakleigh Carnegie RSL with Sol Nation.
Oakleigh Carnegie RSL
Resilience Against Racism - Workshop 5
Thursday 9 September 2021
At times you may want to support your friends & community to cope with or hold a space to discuss racism when you know there are people who oppose it.
These are important conversations & challenging to do & require an expanded capacity to listen to all sides with empathy.
We aim to help you expand the capacity & build the confidence to respond to others emotional needs with a higher level of sensitively & empathy and also ensuring your own perspectives are heard & your own needs are met.
Winter Concert Series 2021 - The Cosmic Cats (CANCELLED)
Sunday 5 September 2021
Monash Council presents the final of four Winter Concert Series for 2021 with the Cosmic Cats
Clayton Theatrette, Clayton Community Centre
Resilience Against Racism - Workshop 4
Thursday 2 September 2021
One of the key ways to fight racism is to be proud of your own cultural heritage rather than rejecting it in order to “fit-in” to Australian society.
Research suggested that having a positive cultural identity and strong sense of self is particularly helpful in combating race-related stress and stereotype threat.
This workshop helps you reconnect with your cultural strengths, values and beliefs and reinforce pride in your cultural identity and thereby help you build confidence.
Managing Stress in Uncertain Times
Tuesday 31 August 2021
The City of Monash is inviting Holmesglen TAFE students to join this free online workshop run by Balance4Life.
Let’s build our resilience muscle in these uncertain times and get some AIR.
By having Emotional Self Awareness for ourselves, we can better serve others.
Acknowledge – these are difficult times
Innovate – look for creative solutions
Relax – develop a regular meditation /relaxation practice
Resilience Against Racism - Workshop 3
Thursday 26 August 2021
It can be challenging to discuss the topic of racism when the space and people around you does not support the discussion, however we know that racism still impacts on your wellbeing and is a barrier to your full belonging in Australia.
The workshop aims to support you to develop effective communication skills to challenge racism, express disapproval and express your needs assertively on the spot.
Resilience Against Racism - Workshop 2
Thursday 19 August 2021
The impact of challenging emotions may linger long after a racism incident.
This workshop supports you to develop the skills to make sense of your incident and the ability to shift any challenging thoughts and direct them positively to create change. This may include negative self-talk after adversity and regain optimism in life.
This workshop is suitable for people who have:
-experienced racism
-directly witnessed racism
Resilience Against Racism - Workshop 1
Thursday 12 August 2021
Experiencing racism or witnessing racism directly & indirectly can be overwhelming and often trigger challenging emotional responses, such as fear, anger and shame.
This workshop aims to help you build the skills to understand your emotions after racial incidents, particularly those who feel overwhelmed, and will help you return to emotional balance and calmness.
This workshop is suitable for people who have:
-experienced racism
-directly witnessed racism
-indirectly witnessed racism
Aboriginal Garden Walking Tour & Food Experience
Tuesday 27 July 2021
Enjoy a guided walk through the Aboriginal Garden at Monash University Clayton.
Hear from the Aboriginal Unit and learn about Indigenous plants, culture and country.
After the walk you can experience some Aboriginal inspired food and enjoy some time meeting and talking with new people.
Monash Aboriginal Garden
Eid-al-Adha Celebration Dinner
Friday 23 July 2021
Please join us to share a meal together and celebrate the Eid-al-Adha Hajj Festival.
This is a wonderful opportunity to immerse yourself in a different culture, learn about the five pillars of Islam and get to know your fellow Muslim and diverse neighbours.
All Welcome!
An initiative of the African Women & Families Network and Hello Neighbour.
Proudly supported by the City of Monash
Oakleigh Hall
Valley Reserve - Aboriginal Cultural Walk & Food Experience
Saturday 17 July 2021
Enjoy a guided walk through Valley Reserve with an Aboriginal Elder who will share First Nation’s knowledge and understanding of Culture and Country.
Afterwards you can experience delicious Aboriginal inspired foods prepared on the day by Mullum Mullum Indigenous Gathering Place (BBQ meat/vegetarian options, salads).
Valley Reserve
The Truth is Longer Than a Lie
Thursday 1 July 2021
"THE TRUTH IS LONGER THAN A LIE"
a critically acclaimed play about child abuse
Clayton Theatrette
Refugee Week Concert - Saray Iluminado
Friday 25 June 2021
Join us in the spirit of unity to celebrate Refugee Week at this free performance by Saray Iluminado.
Saray Iluminado specialises in Sevdah, the traditional music from Bosnia and Herzegovina and Sephardic Jewish music from the Balkans.
The ensemble has a distinctive performance style that blends borders of acoustic music and story-telling rituals.
Clayton Theatrette, Clayton Community Centre
End of Ramadan Celebration Dinner
Friday 28 May 2021
Please join us to share a meal together and celebrate the End of Ramadan.
This is a wonderful opportunity to immerse yourself in a different culture and get to know your fellow Muslim and diverse neighbours.
All Welcome!
An initiative of the African Women & Families Network and Hello Neighbour.
Proudly supported by the City of Monash
Oakleigh Hall
Community Lunch
Wednesday 26 May 2021
A joint initiative between Dixon House and Monash Council’s Hello Neighbour Project.
The lunch provides an opportunity to get to know the local community and celebrate Monash's multicultural community over a delicious lunch.
This event is an opportunity to welcome our community including international students, and enjoy a meal together while making some new connections.
Learn about some of the local services and programs available to you and your family, and get to know your neighbours.
Dixon House Neighbourhood Centre
End of Ramadan Celebration Dinner
Thursday 6 May 2021
Please join us to share a meal together and celebrate the End of Ramadan.
This is a wonderful opportunity to immerse yourself in a different culture and get to know your fellow Muslim neighbours.
Oakleigh Hall
Live at Warrawee presented by the City of Monash
Saturday 27 March 2021
PLEASE RETURN UNWANTED TICKETS THROUGH THIS SITE!
A waiting list will be created once the event is booked out for returns.
Please book tickets in the name of the people who will be using the tickets not the person making the booking as we need this information for contact tracing purposes.
Please note this is a pet free event
**Attendees under the age of 18 will need to be accompanied by an adult to attend the event**
Warrawee Park
Managing your waste - support for Monash University students
Between Wednesday 24 February 2021 and Sunday 28 February 2021
Managing your waste - support for Monash University students
Enviro Bingo
Saturday 20 February 2021
Calling all sustainability champions! Take part in Enviro Bingo and discover some of the great sustainable initiatives around Clayton and beyond, and what simple actions you can take to care for the environment. Follow the bingo card to perform environmentally friendly actions, find habitats of your city’s wildlife residents and learn more about what it means to be sustainable.
Flavours of Monash Virtual Dinner Party
Saturday 27 February 2021
Flavours of Monash Virtual Dinner Party
Sounding Clayton
Between Sunday 21 February 2021 and Saturday 27 February 2021
This creative workshop is about improvising music with the sounds of your environment. Come together with your community to listen to Clayton in new and interesting ways.
Young Environmental Mentors Zoom Room
Saturday 27 February 2021
What does it take to be a young environmental leader in 2021? Join Monash Council's young sustainability leaders as they discuss youth involvement in some of the planet's greatest challenges, from climate action to deforestation. Expect tips and tricks for younger people who are making their name in environmental action and those aspiring to be the next Greta. This young people-friendly event is supported by Monash Youth Council.
How you can reduce your waste and recycle right
Between Wednesday 24 February 2021 and Saturday 27 February 2021
How you can reduce your waste and recycle right
Solar and energy efficiency at home
Between Wednesday 24 February 2021 and Saturday 27 February 2021
Solar and energy efficiency at home
Bollywood Studio with We and You
Saturday 27 February 2021
Welcome to Bollywood studio! Imagine yourself dancing on Bollywood songs. Learn the bollywood dance steps and tricks directly from the experts Pari and Rajshree from Hum Tum Task Force Inc.
Kid-aoke
Saturday 27 February 2021
Kid-aoke, the at-home karaoke party just for kids, is back! An instant hit after it premiered at Melbourne Fringe, Kid-aoke is part dress-up party, part singlaong and a music lesson in disguise! Hosted by performance artist Bae Marie this lively singalong is a must for 5-10 year olds. Everyone will love this safe, inclusive and wacky online celebration of singing. Dress up and express yourself, young superstars of the future!
Care to Share
Between Tuesday 23 February 2021 and Saturday 27 February 2021
Pre and school aged children learn techniques to freely express their feelings by 'painting them' in these warm, supported workshops. Using colour, children and accompanying adults are encouraged to visualise the colour of their emotions in a non-judgemental environment
Create a Fantasy Menu
Between Monday 22 February 2021 and Saturday 27 February 2021
Calling all magical artist who love to create fantasy art with their wild imaginations and magical arty hands.
Connected
Friday 26 February 2021
A live online show that takes place on two sides of a screen: Lawrence’s and yours. Performed on Zoom, this unique interactive comedy show gives you the bests seats in the house - at your home.
Film Premiere: Water Ritual, Poetry and Drawing for Women
Friday 26 February 2021
Acclaimed artist Sofie Dieu premieres her digital animation Water Ritual, the culmination of art and poetry workshops held over several weeks as part of the online Festival. Using the Exquisite Corpse, a Surrealist art technique favoured by Frida Kahlo, Sofie playfully encourages participants to disrupt the mind's love of order. The result is a surprising narrative of stories and pictures which she captures in her short film. Followed by an Artist Q+A.
Intercultural High Tea Book Club
Friday 26 February 2021
90 minutes is all it takes to widen your circle of friendship to others with fascinatingly different traditions, backgrounds and cultures to your own. Monash Interfaith Gathering opens up their highly sought after Intercultural High Tea Book Club to new members exclusively for Clayton Festival.
Zumbini® with Elleesa
Between Monday 22 February 2021 and Thursday 25 February 2021
Designed by Zumba® and BabyFirst for children and their caregivers, Zumbini® with Elleesa combines music and movement to create the ultimate bonding experience. Sing, dance, and play with your little one, while developing their social, cognitive, emotional and motor skills. The creators of Zumba® have found a way to create a program that makes childhood education engaging and fun.
Bridging the Gap: Indigenous Art & Contemporary Life
Between Thursday 28 January 2021 and Thursday 25 February 2021
Budding artists aged 10+ are invited to try their hand at applying ancient indigenous techniques to modern art. Regarded as one of the oldest forms of art in the world, Warli art is Indigenous to India and produced by the Warli tribe. Through its rejection of contemporary culture, the Warli tribes' style of painting remains relatively unchanged with elements of nature and farming remaining focal points.
Cartoon Drawing Workshop
Between Tuesday 23 February 2021 and Thursday 25 February 2021
Cartoon drawing workshop
Wearable Art
Thursday 25 February 2021
Join local silversmith Sarah Munnings in a one hour online class to learn to create your own jewellery using art work, wrapping paper, old books or even your own art work.
Creating a habitat garden for wildlife
Wednesday 24 February 2021
Creating a habitat garden for wildlife
Uniting Monash Chinese Family Playgroup Online
Wednesday 24 February 2021
This special online Chinese Family Playgroup session features a craft session and music, singing and storytelling session.
CHEERS...!! Mocktail Mixology Workshop
Sunday 21 February 2021
Are you ready to impress your family and friends with the beautiful & delicious drinks at your next party? Clayton festival with 'Dream n Create Events' is bringing a mocktail making workshop on 21st Feb 2021 at 4pm. There’s no mocking, these are alcohol-free favourites. They’re fun, sometimes fizzy, and always 5-star refreshing!!
Workshops: Water Ritual, Poetry and Drawing for Women
Between Saturday 20 February 2021 and Sunday 21 February 2021
New Australian women are invited to take part in an abstract drawing and a poetry writing workshops with artist Sofie Dieu.
Clayton Festival Chess Extravaganza:
Sunday 21 February 2021
Learning openings, tactics, endgames
Clayton Festival Chess Extravaganza:
Sunday 21 February 2021
Challenge a Victorian Champion
Clayton Festival Chess Extravaganza: Introduction to Basics
Sunday 21 February 2021
Show off your Queen's Gambit with live chess tournaments and seminars. Victorian Chess Champion, World Chess Federation Master Chris Wallis joins Dark Horse Chess and Clayton & Clarinda Leadership Group for a day of chess tutorials and tournaments that will enthuse beginners and strategists.
Try Calisthenics Online
Sunday 21 February 2021
Come join the Aurora Calisthenics coaches for a virtual trial of calisthenics, including a group warm up and stretch, fun games and learning short calisthenics routines!
Chinese Lantern Making
Saturday 20 February 2021
The event plans to demonstrate on how to make Chinese lanterns. The interactive Chinese Lantern Making Workshop is a free event for all ages and has participated successfully at Clayton Festival for many years.
Watercolour Native Birds with Marloes
Wednesday 27 January 2021
Join wildlife artist Marloes and learn to paint native birds with watercolours. Marloes will guide you through the steps and methods for applying and manipulating these mediums, as well as tricks and tips to get awesomely realistic (and sometimes not so realistic) effects. Join us for a fun session that’s a great way to start your journey into watercolour as a medium.
Bee a Pollinator! Native bees with Katrina
Tuesday 26 January 2021
Bee a pollinator! Join bee guru Katrina to learn about our fascinating native bees and how to promote biodiversity in your own backyard. Discover how to spot a native bee, understand their important role in pollinating your garden veggies and learn how to create the ultimate native bee paradise in your garden for these intriguing little pollinators. In this online class we will cover:
• An introduction to native bees
• Your backyard and its role in supporting local biodiversity
Watercolour Native Flowers with Fran
Monday 25 January 2021
Join us and explore the world of watercolours and learn how to paint lovely native flowers in this beginners class. Fran will guide you through the steps and methods for applying and manipulating these mediums, as well as tricks and tips to get awesomely realistic effects to create leaves and native flowers. What will you need for this class?
• The ZOOM meeting platform on your computer, mobile or tablet device.
• A reference picture at the size you wish to paint, Watercolour paper and paints
Bush Toy Weaving
Sunday 24 January 2021
Create your own bush toy weaving made from natural materials and listen to master weaver and Taungurung woman Cassie Leatham share her knowledge and stories of the bush.
This free online workshop is designed for ages 5 plus. After making a booking, you will be sent a list of materials to collect from around your house and garden prior to attending the online the workshop.
Cassie Leatham is from the Taungurung people from the Kulin Nation. She is an Indigenous artist and master weaver.
Planning your native garden with Beth
Sunday 24 January 2021
Ever wondered about native gardening but don’t know where to begin? Many of us have faced the challenge of keeping our gardens green and alive in summer despite water restrictions, damaging weather and going on vacation.
Sometimes the problem isn’t our care of our gardens but the species of plants that inhabit it. This workshop will cover;
. Prepping your native garden and reasons to go native
• A plan for your native garden along with plant lists
• Resources for buying your plants
City of Monash - Macramé Christmas Tree online workshop
Thursday 17 December 2020
Presented by Laneway Learning, this workshop is offered free to Monash residents as part of the Monash Carols by Candlelight 2020 program
This event is online. A link will be sent to your email before the class.
City of Monash - Origami Gift Wrapping Online Workshop
Tuesday 15 December 2020
Presented by Laneway Learning, this workshop is offered free to Monash residents as part of the Monash Carols by Candlelight 2020 program
This event is online. A link will be sent to your email before the class.
City of Monash - Christmas Glitter Frame online workshop
Saturday 12 December 2020
Presented by KraftyKats, this workshop is offered free to Monash residents as part of the Monash Carols by Candlelight 2020 program
This event is online. A link will be sent to your email before the class.
City of Monash - Beaded Elf online workshop
Thursday 10 December 2020
Presented by KraftyKats, this workshop is offered free to Monash residents as part of the Monash Carols by Candlelight 2020 program
This event is online. A link will be sent to your email before the class.
City of Monash - Traditional Shortbread online cook-along
Wednesday 9 December 2020
Presented by Laneway Learning, this workshop is offered free to Monash residents as part of the Monash Carols by Candlelight 2020 program
This event is online. A link will be sent to your email before the class.
City of Monash - Hugs pop-up greeting card online workshop
Tuesday 8 December 2020
Presented by Laneway Learning, this workshop is offered free to Monash residents as part of the Monash Carols by Candlelight 2020 program
This event is online. A link will be sent to your email before the class.
Making the Invisible Visible - Sir John Monash Lecture 2020
Friday 27 November 2020
For the 2020 Sir John Monash Lecture City of Monash presents a panel discussion on Indigenous Country and culture through the prism of contemporary art, design and architecture practices. Our panel members will discuss their individual practices and their shared interest in revealing the layers of history and memory that reside in place through Indigenous art and design action.
Panel members: Dr Peta Clancy, Dr Brian Martin and Jefa Greenaway RAIA MDIA.
Moderator: Rhoda Roberts AO
Bushtukka Presentation with Cassie Leatham
Saturday 14 November 2020
NAIDOC Week 2020
Chinese Lantern Making Workshop with Helen Wu
Wednesday 21 October 2020
Join Monash resident and Hello Neighbour Ambassador Helen Wu at this free online workshop and learn how to make a traditional Chinese Lantern. A lantern making kit will be posted to you one week prior to the workshop.
City of Monash - Curating an Exhibition Under Covid-19
Thursday 15 October 2020
Are you a visual artist? Do you exhibit your work or aspire to do so? If so, this workshop is for you. We will discuss the many processes, stages and questions that artists and curators go through to take an artwork from creation to placement on a gallery wall.
Interesting, yes, but not so simple right now when galleries are closed due to Covid-19. How do we overcome this problem? The workshop will explore the options and solutions for exhibiting online.
City of Monash - Smartphone Photography workshop
Tuesday 22 September 2020
Presented by Laneway Learning, this workshop is offered free to Monash residents as part of the City of Monash Creatively Connected 2020 program.
City of Monash - Smartphone Videography workshop
Tuesday 15 September 2020
Presented by Laneway Learning, this workshop is offered free to Monash residents as part of the City of Monash Creatively Connected 2020 program.
City of Monash - Instagram Tips and Tricks online workshop
Monday 14 September 2020
Presented by Laneway Learning, this workshop is offered free to Monash residents as part of the City of Monash Creatively Connected 2020 program.
Childrens Art Class - Oil Pastel Project
Sunday 12 July 2020
This class is for City of Monash Residents only. Proof of address is required! This class is aimed at children 8 to 15 years of age!
Online via Zoom
Effective Grant Writing with Debby Maziarz
Between Thursday 9 July 2020 and Saturday 11 July 2020
Free online workshop
Childrens Art Class - Doodle Art
Thursday 2 July 2020
This class is for Monash residents only. Proof of address is required! This class is aimed at students 8 to 15 years of age!
Online via Zoom
Slow Stitching - Monash Arts and Culture
Wednesday 10 June 2020
These classes are for City of Monash residents only. Proof of address is required.
Online via zoom
Happy Houseplants - Monash Arts and Culture
Tuesday 2 June 2020
This class is for City of Monash Residents only. Proof of address is required!
Online via Zoom
Introduction to Wurundjeri Culture
Thursday 28 May 2020
This event is an online event!
Online via Zoom
Introduction Boonwurrung Culture
Wednesday 27 May 2020
An introduction into Boonwurrung culture including history, present day, ancestors, language, plants and creation stories.
Online via Zoom
Get to know your camera - Monash Arts + Culture
Wednesday 27 May 2020
This class is for City of Monash Residents only. Proof of address is required!
Online via Zoom!
Instagram Stories - Monash Arts + Culture
Monday 25 May 2020
This class is for City of Monash residents only. Proof of address is required!
Online via Zoom
Kombucha Basics: Brewing to Bottling - Monash Arts + Culture
Tuesday 19 May 2020
These classes are for City of Monash residents only. Proof of address is required.
Online via Zoom. A link will be sent to your email before the class.
Modern Still Life Watercolours - Monash Arts and Culture
Monday 11 May 2020
These classes are for City of Monash residents only. Proof of address is required.
This event is online. A link will be sent to your email before the class.
Learn to Make Sauerkraut - Monash Arts + Culture
Thursday 7 May 2020
These classes are for City of Monash residents only. Proof of address is required
This event is on Zoom. A link will be sent to your email before the class.
Crochet 101 - City of Monash Arts and Culture
Wednesday 6 May 2020
These classes are for City of Monash residents only. Proof of address is required.
This event is online. A link will be sent to your email before the class.
How to start a podcast - City of Monash Arts and Culture
Tuesday 5 May 2020
These classes are for City of Monash residents only. Proof of address is required
This event is on Zoom. A link will be sent to your email before the class.
Mindful Doodling - City of Monash Arts and Culture
Monday 4 May 2020
These classes are for City of Monash residents only. Proof of address is required.
This event is online. A link will be sent to your email before the class.
Smartphone Photography - City of Monash Arts and Culture
Friday 1 May 2020
These classes are for City of Monash residents only. Proof of address is required.
This event is online. A link will be sent to your email before the class.
Planning your Native Garden -City of Monash Arts and Culture
Thursday 30 April 2020
These classes are for City of Monash residents only. Proof of address is required.
This event is online. A link will be sent to your email before the class.
Cook Along: Korean Kimchi Pancakes - Monash Arts and Culture
Thursday 30 April 2020
These classes are for City of Monash residents only. Proof of address is required!
This event is online. A link will be sent to your email before the class.
Macrame Wall Hangers - City of Monash Arts and Culture
Wednesday 29 April 2020
These classes are for City of Monash residents only. Proof of address is required.
This event is online. A link will be sent to your email before the class.
Paper Jewellery - City of Monash Arts and Culture
Wednesday 29 April 2020
These classes are for City of Monash residents only. Proof of address is required.
This event is online. A link will be sent to your email before the class.
August Winter Concert 2019 - Motor City Sounds
Sunday 25 August 2019
Motor City Sounds plays tribute to and recreates the sound and atmosphere of the classic era of Motown and Soul from the 60s & early 70s, with authentic arrangements and instrumentation.
Packing dance floors wherever they play, they bring an energy that can only be created by a live 10-piece band. Performing songs from artists such as Stevie Wonder, Jackson 5, The Supremes and The Temptations.
For details about other upcoming concerts in the series please visit www.monash.vic.gov.au/festiv
Jazz Club - Monash University Clayton Campus
Naidoc Winter Concert 2019 - Kutcha Edwards
Thursday 11 July 2019
Kutcha Edwards is one of Australia’s most respected and inspiring Aboriginal singer/songwriters.
‘Music is not what I do, it is who I am. My songs may be contemporary but they are over 40,000 years old. They come through me from my ancestors and my people and they tell our stories’.
For details about other upcoming concerts in the series please visit www.monash.vic.gov.au/festivals
Mount Waverley Community Centre
July Winter Concert 2019 - All Day Fritz
Sunday 7 July 2019
All Day Fritz are well-known Melbourne performers who enthusiastically play musical shows that are genuinely for everybody, adults and kids alike.
The music is rootsy, swingy, jazzy, rocky, rowdy, mellow, groovy and harmonious.
People of all ages can have a ball, dance their pants off, or relax, and enjoy the four part harmonies, original tunes and great songs from a range of musical places.
For details about other upcoming concerts in the series please visit www.monash.vic.gov.au/fes
Oakleigh Lounge
June Winter Concert 2019 - King Arthur
Sunday 2 June 2019
Capturing the magic of the classic legend and its characters, Alpha’s King Arthur is a wonderfully engaging show, utilising the classic myth to create a lot of fun.
The show allows the audience to resonate and be inspired as they connect in with the characters in the story.
There is even a chance for the audience to try and pull the sword out of the stone!
Aimed at Prep-Year 9's
For details about other upcoming concerts in the series please visit www.monash.vic.gov.au/festivals
Oakleigh Hall
