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Princess Hill Community Centre

Princes Hill Community Centre is a place where people can learn new skills, meet with social groups, and access information.

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Friday Morning Life Drawing 2024

Between Friday 19 April 2024 and Friday 20 December 2024
Enjoy two and a half hours of untutored life drawing in our beautiful light-filled studio with professional LMS models. With easels and tables available to use and paper to purchase, all you need to bring are your materials to draw poses ranging from quick to extended as the session progresses.
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Long Pose Life Drawing Term 2 2024

Between Friday 26 April 2024 and Friday 28 June 2024
Draw a professional model in our beautiful light-filled studio with easels and tables provided. Bring your own materials or buy paper from us. The pose will be held for the entire session. This class is untutored and suitable for all levels.
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History Walk and Talk - Victorian Grandeur (April 27, 2024)

Saturday 27 April 2024
Carlton has probably the best examples in Australia of the eloquent 'boom era’ architecture of the late 19th century, complete with English style squares, and generously designed streets of south Carlton, laid out in the 1850's by Robert Hoddle, who also designed the grid of Melbourne's central business district. Join local historian Jeff Atkinson for a walk through some of south Carlton’s most picturesque and historic streets, and enjoy some of its grandest buildings. An easy-paced walk on mostly flat ground, however, sensible shoes are recommended for some uneven surfaces, as well as a hat, and water. Meeting place for local history walk is Grattan st, Drummond ST, Carlton Vic 3054
Meeting place for local history walk
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Tutored Life Drawing with Patrick Loverso Term 2 2024

Between Saturday 27 April 2024 and Saturday 22 June 2024
Learn the basics of life drawing with our expert artist and tutor, Patrick Loverso, in this 9 week course, weekly on Saturdays, 3–5 pm. Gain skills in observing, drawing, and understanding the human figure. The course runs from April 27 - June 22 inclusive. This booking is for the entire course. Materials provided.
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Express Life Drawing 2024

Between Sunday 21 April 2024 and Sunday 8 December 2024
Get ready for rapid-fire drawing in our new express pose session. Fast poses to keep you on your toes! Enjoy two hours of life drawing in our beautiful light-filled studio with professional LMS models. With easels and tables available to use and paper to purchase, all you need to bring are your materials!
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Book Club 2024

Between Wednesday 1 May 2024 and Wednesday 4 December 2024
Meet, discuss, and read with us at Princes Hill Community Centre. One off payment is for the entire year and we meet on the first Wednesday of the month at 7:30pm. Just pay your fee once and then confirm attendance by selecting 'I've already paid' option for subsequent dates.
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String 2024

Between Friday 19 April 2024 and Friday 13 December 2024
For beginners & returning musicians of violin, viola, cello or double bass. BYO instrument, music stand & sense of humour. Music supplied, all ages welcome. Please book your first session and pay registration. Choose the subsequent sessions you wish to attend and select the “Already Paid” option and let coordinator Dianna Walpole when you will be attending. This is to ensure we know who will be present and can plan accordingly.
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Tapestry Weaving 2024

Between Saturday 20 April 2024 and Saturday 7 December 2024
Learn tapestry weaving from our expert tutor, Hannah Rother-Gelder in a friendly, workshop-style environment. Tapestry weaving is a weft-based weaving where the warp is completely covered. The proposed image is marked on the weft as a guide using a cartoon (drawing) behind the warp as a further guide when weaving. Students will be guided through the process of this particular method of weaving. 5 inital classes are required in order to build your skills and knowledge of tapestry weaving. After these inital sessions you will become a member of the tapestry weaving group. Beginners welcome. All materials supplied. Partially supported by a Yarra Grant.
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Japanese Katazome Stenciling

Saturday 4 May 2024
Katazome is a traditional Japanese stencil method, that uses a paste resist to protect areas of paper or cloth from dye applications, resulting in striking contrasting patterns. Katazome stencil techniques can be used for decorative imagery in artworks, on home decor items and even on clothing. In this workshop we will be creating and applying our own katazome stencil patterns on Japanese papers and using a traditional Japanese kakkishibu (green persimmon) dye to create colour contrast. You will learn how to make and apply katazome paste, create stencil patterns and use kakkishibu dye. You will go home with your own Katazome stencil artwork and an appreciation for this ancient technique.
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History Walk and Talk - Princes Hill (April 20, 2024)

Saturday 20 April 2024
Meeting at Princes Hill Community Centre you will be lead on a fascinating walk of Princes Hill and hear tales both true and tall. Will you find secrets in the gravestones? Hear the roar of the crowd as your team kicks a goal? Wish you had bought that property in the seventies? Join local historian Jeff Atkinson from the Carlton Community History Group for a walk around this interesting part of Carlton, and hear of its history and the history of iconic places such as Princes Park, the Carlton Football Ground, and the Melbourne General cemetery. Hear stories of past conflicts, and see fine examples of different architectural styles of the late 19th and early 20th century. An easy-paced walk on mostly flat ground, however, sensible shoes are recommended for some uneven surfaces, as well as a hat, and water.
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Casual Life Drawing with Patrick Loverso

Between Saturday 3 February 2024 and Saturday 13 April 2024
Learn the basics of life drawing with our expert artist and tutor, Patrick Loverso. Casual classes where you can gain skills in observing, drawing, and understanding the human figure. An opportunity to build on and practice your life drawing skills.
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Creative Kids Holiday Program April 2024

Friday 12 April 2024
Join in the fun in our regular PHCC School Holiday Art Program for Kids! These holidays students will have the opportunity to explore the work of artist Henri Matisse and will create a series of painted paper collages. Students will be guided by art teacher, Hannah Rother-Gelder and explore the concept of "Drawing with Scissors”, fine tuning their creative observations of line, colour, shape, and form. Morning tea and all materials are provided. Prior to the program an enrolment form will be emailed to you requesting emergency contact details, participants details and any other requirements of the venue.
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Long Pose Life Drawing Term 1 2024

Between Friday 23 February 2024 and Friday 22 March 2024
Draw a professional model in our beautiful light-filled studio with easels and tables provided. Bring your own materials or buy paper from us. The pose will be held for the entire session. This class is untutored and suitable for all levels.
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Creative Kids Holiday Program January 2024

Wednesday 24 January 2024
Come for a creative morning of weaving and painting with Hannah Rother-Gelder. LIMITED SPACES AVAILABLE! Children will begin to learn the process of weaving on a card loom and wool. They will be able to participate in the class and then take home their own loom and weaving instructions to continue at home! The painting will be a fun, collaborative session where children will respond to music and create both large scale and individual smaller painted works, exploring the ‘felt experience’ using a range of senses to paint. In between the activities a small snack will be provided and a short movement activity to break up the morning. Prior to the program an enrolment form will be emailed to you requesting emergency contact details, participants details and any other requirements of the venue.
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Tutored Life Drawing with Patrick Loverso

Between Saturday 18 November 2023 and Saturday 16 December 2023
Learn the basics of life drawing with our expert artist and tutor, Patrick Loverso, in this 5 week course, weekly on Saturdays, 3–5 pm. Gain skills in observing, drawing, and understanding the human figure. The course runs from 18 November to December 16 inclusive. This booking is for the entire course. Materials provided.
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Tapestry Weaving with Hannah Rother-Gelder

Between Saturday 21 October 2023 and Saturday 16 December 2023
Learn tapestry weaving from our expert tutor, Hannah Rother-Gelder in a friendly, workshop-style environment in these fortnightly classes. Tapestry weaving is a weft-based weaving where the warp is completely covered. The proposed image is marked on the weft as a guide using a cartoon (drawing) behind the warp as a further guide when weaving. Students will be guided through the process of this particular method of weaving. Beginners welcome. All materials supplied. Partially supported by a Yarra Grant.
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Fortnightly String Group

Between Friday 10 February 2023 and Friday 15 December 2023
For beginners & returning musicians of violin, viola, cello or double bass. BYO instrument, music stand & sense of humour. Music supplied, all ages welcome. $25 yearly registration fee. Fortnightly on Fridays. Breaks for school term holidays. Regarding booking: Please book your first session and pay the fee. Choose the subsequent sessions you wish to attend and select the "Already Paid" option and let coordinator Dianna Walpole when you will be attending. This is to ensure we know who will be present and can plan accordingly.
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Friday Morning Life Drawing

Between Tuesday 17 January 2023 and Friday 15 December 2023
Enjoy two and a half hours of untutored life drawing in our beautiful light-filled studio with professional LMS models. With easels and tables available to use and paper to purchase, all you need to bring are your materials to draw poses ranging from quick to extended as the session progresses. (Please note: the new day is Friday)
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Book Club Term 2, 2023

Between Wednesday 2 August 2023 and Wednesday 6 December 2023
Meet, discuss, and read with us at Princes Hill Community Centre. One off payment is for the entire term. and we meet on the first Wednesday of the month at 7:30pm. Just pay your fee once and then confirm attendance by selecting 'I've already paid' option for subsequent dates.
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Express Life Drawing

Between Sunday 22 January 2023 and Sunday 3 December 2023
Get ready for rapid-fire drawing in our new express pose session. Fast poses to keep you on your toes! Enjoy two hours of life drawing in our beautiful light-filled studio with professional LMS models. With easels and tables available to use and paper to purchase, all you need to bring are your materials!
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Botanically Print Your Own Silk Scarf with Anzara Clark

Saturday 25 November 2023
Botanically print a beautiful silk scarf with local leaves and take it home to wear. While your scarf is in the cooking pot, learn more about mordanting, eco-printing and preparing fabric. We will also make some direct flower contact prints on paper. A pre-mordanted silk scarf will be provided for you to take home at the end of the workshop. Bring along any leaves and flowers you would like to use in your eco-printing and bring a hammer to use for the flower contact printing. NB: These workshops are suitable for all skill levels. The facilitator can help you make choices appropriate for your skill set. All materials provided.
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Cemetery History Walk

Saturday 14 October 2023
Curious about the interred occupants of the Melbourne General Cemetery? You will be amazed at some of the stories our local historian has to share on this incredible tour, presented in conjunction with Senior's Week. Join local historian and author, Jeff Atkinson from the Carlton Community History Group on a walking tour through this iconic and historic cemetery as he shares stories about the fascinating characters buried there. An easy-paced walk on mostly flat ground, however, sensible shoes are recommended for some uneven surfaces, as well as a hat, and water. This is an outdoor event, so dress for the weather. Please arrive at the meeting place (PHCC) 10 - 15 minutes beforehand so we can leave together in a timely fashion. Partially supported by a City of Yarra Grant.
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Jewish & Italian Carlton History Walk

Saturday 7 October 2023
Want to know more about Carlton’s Jewish and Italian émigré history? Do you have links with the past or memories to share about this vibrant area? This fascinating walk is sure to engage your senses as well as your curiosity. Join local historian and author, Jeff Atkinson from the Carlton Community History Group on a walking tour of Carlton's historic streets; visit the sites of synagogues, churches and iconic businesses; and hear stories of crimes, disputes and those who prospered and struggled. An easy-paced walk on mostly flat ground, however, sensible shoes are recommended for some uneven surfaces, as well as a hat, and water. This is an outdoor event, so dress for the weather. Parking can be hard to find in this area so please factor this into your travel time. There are trams close by. Presented in conjunction with Senior's Week. Partially supported by a City of Yarra Grant.
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Tutored Life Drawing with Patrick Loverso

Saturday 15 July 2023
Learn the basics of life drawing with our expert artist and tutor, Patrick Loverso, in this 8-week course weekly on Saturdays, 3–5 pm. Gain skills in observing, drawing, and understanding the human figure. The course runs from 15 July – 9 September inclusive, with no class on 29 July. This booking is for the entire course. Materials provided.
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Tutored General Drawing With Patrick Loverso

Between Saturday 15 July 2023 and Saturday 9 September 2023
Join your instructor, artist Patrick Loverso and learn to draw. 
Tailored towards learners of all levels, particularly beginners, you will learn to confidently observe and draw a variety of subject matter with a variety of materials. Impress your friends with your new-found skills and meet like-minded people in this social class in a beautiful light-filled studio. All materials provided.
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Information Session on Women's Health and Wellbeing

Tuesday 5 September 2023
As a part of Jean Hailes Women’s Health Week we are hosting a free information session. The event will be in a relaxed environment with light refreshments provided. It will be a space for information and resources to be shared and for like-minded women to be included in discussions covering such topics as menopause, mental health, bladder and bowel, periods and many others. Jean Hailes Women’s Health Week runs from 4 to 8 September 2023. Find more info here: https://www.jeanhailes.org.au/womens-health-week
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Paper Flowers Workshop with Anzara Clark

Saturday 2 September 2023
Just in time to celebrate spring. Under the guidance of our expert artist tutor, Anzara Clark, learn how to make a variety of beautiful and vibrant paper flowers, using a range of techniques to create different types of petals, leaves, and flower forms. Use them to brighten up a room, on hats, as gifts, or for other creative projects. Templates and all materials provided.
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Death Café with Dr Annie Bolitho

Saturday 5 August 2023
Death Café creates conversations in which death is a part of everyday life. Join us at Princes Hill Community Centre for this free event where we’ll be warm and cosy, with tea and cakes provided. Perhaps you’ll decide to come with a friend but if you choose to come alone you’ll feel welcome and at ease.  You’ll have a chance to speak or simply listen to a wide range of stories, experiences, and questions. Death Café is an open conversation. Please note: Death Cafés offer a unique opportunity. We’d like to make sure everyone who’d like to can come. If you can’t make it, please let us know so we can offer your place to someone else. Learn more about your facilitator, Dr Annie Bolitho: anniebolitho.com.au Find out more about the Death Café: https://www.anniebolitho.com.au/blog/what-people-say-about-being-at-a-death-cafe-is-reassuring
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Momento Mori and Memory Objects with Anzara Clark (CANCELLED)

Saturday 5 August 2023
Memory objects can bring comfort, preserve special memories, and support our ongoing relationships with loved ones who have died. Momento mori are objects that remind us of our mortality in order to prompt us to live life to the full. In this workshop we will be making memory objects from textiles and/or other suitable objects. Chosen materials could have belonged to a loved one who has died or who is living with a life limiting illness, or simply be materials that inspire the maker. Make a memory object to leave to a loved one when you are no longer here or work on one to hold treasured memories of loved ones. Learn skills that you can take away with you and continue your memory making journey. Bring along treasured textiles and choose from a range of objects; including soft toys, cushions, journal cover, aprons, pin-cushion, tea cosy and more. Or choose a unique object that is special to you.
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Tapestry Weaving with Hannah Rother-Gelder

Between Saturday 20 May 2023 and Saturday 29 July 2023
Learn tapestry weaving from our expert tutor, Hannah Rother-Gelder in a friendly, workshop-style environment in these fortnightly classes. Tapestry weaving is a weft-based weaving where the warp is completely covered. The proposed image is marked on the weft as a guide using a cartoon (drawing) behind the warp as a further guide when weaving. Students will be guided through the process of this particular method of weaving. Beginners welcome. All materials supplied. Partially supported by a Yarra Grant.
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Long Pose Life Drawing

Between Friday 31 March 2023 and Friday 30 June 2023
Draw a professional model in our beautiful light-filled studio with easels and tables provided. Bring your own materials or buy paper from us. The pose will be held for the entire session. This class is untutored and suitable for all levels.
Princes Hill Community Centre
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Tutored Life Drawing with Patrick Loverso

Saturday 29 April 2023
Learn the basics of life drawing with our expert artist and tutor, Patrick Loverso, in this 9-week course weekly on Saturdays, 3–5 pm. Gain skills in observing, drawing, and understanding the human figure. The course runs from 29 April – 24 June inclusive. This booking is for the entire course. Materials provided.
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Tutored General Drawing With Patrick Loverso

Between Saturday 29 April 2023 and Saturday 24 June 2023
Join your instructor, artist Patrick Loverso and learn to draw. 
Tailored towards learners of all levels, particularly beginners, you will learn to confidently observe and draw a variety of subject matter with a variety of materials. Impress your friends with your new-found skills and meet like-minded people in this social class in a beautiful light-filled studio. All materials provided.
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Putting Our Heads Together - Wearable Art Headwear Workshop (CANCELLED)

Saturday 27 May 2023
Presented in conjunction with NGV's Melbourne Design Week (MDW), this arts project aims to establish community connections through art and design while exploring ideas and ways of improving the world we live in. You are invited to make wearable art headwear using primarily recycled and recyclable materials in a one-day workshop hosted by award-winning artist, Anzara Clark. Stretch your creative boundaries and explore visual design possibilities while learning new skills. Designing and making conceptually based artwork in a collective setting supports community connections and the sharing of ideas and information. The headwear created will be exhibited at Princes Hill Community Centre and an online exhibit of the works will be included on the Princes Hill Community Centre website.
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Jewish & Italian Carlton History Walk

Between Saturday 6 May 2023 and Saturday 27 May 2023
Want to know more about Carlton’s Jewish and Italian émigré history? Do you have links with the past or memories to share about this vibrant area? This fascinating walk is sure to engage your senses as well as your curiosity. Join local historian and author, Jeff Atkinson from the Carlton Community History Group on a walking tour of Carlton's historic streets; visit the sites of synagogues, churches and iconic businesses; and hear stories of crimes, disputes and those who prospered and struggled. An easy-paced walk on mostly flat ground, however, sensible shoes are recommended for some uneven surfaces, as well as a hat, and water. This is an outdoor event, so dress for the weather. Parking can be hard to find in this area so please factor this into your travel time. There are trams close by. Presented in conjunction with The National Trust Australian Heritage Week.
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Trades Hall Tour

Friday 12 May 2023
Victoria’s Trades Hall, rising grandly from the northern edge of the Melbourne CBD, is a national treasure and a symbol of the aspirations of the Australian people. For over 150 years the Trades Hall building has given form to dreams of a better life for working people and their families. It is the birthplace of organised labour in Australia, and the campaign headquarters of the world's first 8-hour day, the campaign against conscription in WWI, the "Green Bans" of the 1970s, the struggle for equal pay, and the Marriage Equality "YES!" campaign. Walk in the footsteps of John Curtin, Zelda D'Aprano, Bob Hawke and other giants of labour history, and be inspired by the stories of our movement. Princes Hill Community Centre and The Carlton Community History Group under the guidance of the Trades Hall Council Staff, present a tour of Trades Hall in Lygon Street, Carlton. Presented in conjunction with The National Trust Australian Heritage Week.
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South Cemetery History Walk

Saturday 29 April 2023
Curious about the interred occupants of the Melbourne General Cemetery? You will be amazed at some of the stories our local historian has to share on this incredible tour, presented in conjunction with The National Trust Australian Heritage Week. Join local historian and author, Jeff Atkinson from the Carlton Community History Group on a walking tour through this iconic and historic cemetery as he shares stories about the fascinating characters buried there. An easy-paced walk on mostly flat ground, however, sensible shoes are recommended for some uneven surfaces, as well as a hat, and water. This is an outdoor event, so dress for the weather. Please arrive at the meeting place (PHCC) 10 - 15 minutes beforehand so we can leave together in a timely fashion.
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Princes Hill History Walk

Saturday 22 April 2023
Come on an urban walking adventure and share your stories on this walk, presented in conjunction with The National Trust Australian Heritage Week.Explore Princes Hill and hear tales both true and tall. Will you find secrets in the gravestones? Hear the roar of the crowd as your team kicks a goal? Wish you had bought that property in the seventies? Join local historian Jeff Atkinson from the Carlton Community History Group for a walk around this interesting part of Carlton, and hear of its history and the history of iconic places such as Princes Park, the Carlton Football Ground, and the Melbourne General cemetery. Hear stories of past conflicts, and see fine examples of different architectural styles of the late 19th and early 20th century. An easy-paced walk on mostly flat ground, however, sensible shoes are recommended for some uneven surfaces, as well as a hat, and water.
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Weaving Workshop with Hannah Rother-Gelder

Monday 17 April 2023
5-day weaving workshop with all materials supplied. The workshop runs from 17–21 April, inclusive, with 2-hour classes running between 10am–12pm on each day. This booking is for the entire course. Tapestry weaving is a weft-based weaving where the warp is completely covered. The proposed image is marked on the weft as a guide using a cartoon (drawing) behind the warp as a further guide when weaving. Each day, students will be guided through the process of this particular method of weaving. Day 1: Set up frame, warp up the loom, create a floor. Day 2: Hitch on and level base Day 3: beginning to weave – closed and open shed – working with one or two bobbins Day 4: Change colour and begin shapes – introduce stepping Day 5: Introduce hatching
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Book Club Term 1 2023

Between Wednesday 1 February 2023 and Wednesday 5 April 2023
Meet, discuss, and read with us at Princes Hill Community Centre. One off payment is for the entire term. and we meet on the first Wednesday of the month at 7:30pm. Dates for term 1 are Feb 1, 1 March and April 5. Just pay your fee once and then confirm attendance by selecting 'I've already paid' option for subsequent dates.
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Woven Sustainable Baskets with Anzara Clark

Saturday 1 April 2023
Learn to make simple sustainable woven baskets from recycled and discarded materials such as newspaper, recycled textiles, garden prunings and even kitchen throwaways. Good for the environment and great for home decoration, gifts, quick storage solutions or just for the fun of creating. Explore simple weaving and twining techniques, including starting and finishing processes, and make a basket to take home with you. Basic materials will also be supplied, but feel free to bring along any natural or recycled materials and yarns you would like to experiment with. Suitable for beginner and intermediate basket makers.
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Mindful Observation Workshop

Tuesday 14 February 2023
You are invited to slow down as you are guided through a series of creative observational drawing and writing activities (pre-existing drawing and writing skills are not essential). The aim is to be in the moment and create a body of work as a starting point for your own project. You will focus on the process rather than a particular outcome. Ideal for anyone wanting to bring mindfulness into their practice, this workshop is suitable for beginners to professionals in any field, particularly those who are seeking new inspiration and motivation. Bring a sketchbook or notebook and mark-making materials or a digital device if you prefer. The workshop fee includes a complimentary workbook, herbal teas, and reference materials to use during the session. Presented in partnership NGV's Melbourne
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Princes Hill Book Club

Monday 26 December 2022
A place to regularly discuss books read as a group. (Please ignore the date listed here. First session is 8 Feb 2022. This is just a place to pay your yearly registration fee).
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Tutored Life Drawing 9-Week Course with Patrick Loverso

Saturday 8 October 2022
Learn the basics of Life Drawing with our expert artist and tutor, Patrick Loverso in this 9-week course held on Saturday afternoons from 3–5pm, from 8 October – 17 December 2022 (with 29 Oct off for Melb Cup). Working in our gorgeous light-filled studio, with all materials supplied, you will gain confidence and skills in observing, drawing, and understanding the human figure.
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Sketching for Beginners

Between Saturday 1 October 2022 and Saturday 17 December 2022
Learn to sketch with artist Patrick Loverso every Saturday from 8 October until 17 December (with 29 October off for Melbourne Cup). $25 registration fee for the course, regardless of amount of sessions attended. Proudly supported by Yarra City Grant. All materials supplied
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Meditation and Mindfulness: 5 Sessions

Monday 3 October 2022
With Sian Fereday. In this course, learn easy techniques for mindfulness-based relaxation and sensible, practical approaches to integrate them into your busy lives. Relax your body and mind, and in turn improve your focus, sleep, stress and pain management. PLEASE NOTE: this class is delivered fortnightly from 3 October until November 28, from 6:45pm to 7:45 pm. The ticket price is for the 5 sessions in this course.
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Historical Walks in Carlton - South Parkville

Sunday 16 October 2022
Guided by a local historian, explore the atmospheric streets of South Parkville and nearby Royal Park. See a 19th century pre-fabricated building, the site of a notorious crime, and many fine examples of Victorian architecture.
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Historical Walks in Carlton - North Carlton

Sunday 9 October 2022
Guided by a local historian, explore North Carlton’s nineteenth-century streetscapes and learn about its history, its forgotten prison, and stories of the Jewish and Italian migrants who settled there.
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Historical Walks in Carlton - South Carlton

Sunday 2 October 2022
Guided by a local historian, discover remnants of early Carlton before the era of the cast-iron terraces, and learn of its more notorious crimes, notable migrants, and more recent controversies.
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MONDAY NIGHT PILATES 10 SESSIONS

Monday 4 July 2022
NEW DATE beginning 4 July, Emma Waldron presents a mat-work pilates class suitable for beginners  Mats will be provided by PHCC or bring your own. 10 classes for $150.00. With a Certificate IV in matwork and reformer pilates from Breathe Education, Emma has worked previously at KX Pilates Studios in Fitzroy, Northcote, and Mitcham teaching reformer pilates. Please note: This booking is for a term of 10 sessions, starting on July 4 and is not transferable.
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Meditation and Mindfulness: 5 Sessions

Monday 18 July 2022
With Sian Fereday. Learn easy techniques for mindfulness-based relaxation and sensible, practical approaches to integrate them into your busy lives. Relax your body and mind, and in turn improve your focus, sleep, stress and pain management. Please note: this class is delivered fortnightly from July 18. The ticket price is for 5 sessions in this course.
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Tutored Life Drawing for beginners

Saturday 16 July 2022
Learn to see and draw the figure. Improve your skills with expert tuition. Advanced students are also welcome. Materials provided. This booking is for the 9 week course which starts on Saturday 16 July.
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Tour of Trades Hall Building

Friday 8 July 2022
Princes Hill Community Centre and The Carlton Community History Group under the guidance of the Trades Hall Council Staff, present a tour of Trades Hall in Lygon Street, Carlton. This is one of Melbourne’s most historic buildings, famous for unionism in Victoria in the 19th century and the anti-conscription campaigns of 1916 and 1917. Visit some rarely seen parts of the building and hear of the events that happened in its corridors, rooms, and tower.
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Journal Making with Anzara Clark

Saturday 18 June 2022
Learn construction methods for journals such as simple binding stitches and concertina folds. Find new ways to tell your stories using new and recycled papers, collage, botanically printed papers as well as found and treasured objects. A variety of materials will be available, but feel free to bring your own. Suitable for all levels of experience.
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Beeswax Wraps (CANCELLED)

Saturday 4 June 2022
Make your own wraps from cotton and beeswax - an amazing eco-sustainable alternative for single-use plastic wrap. Materials provided. Tutor Anne Douglas.
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Introduction to Macramé

Saturday 28 May 2022
Learn easy but effective macramé techniques to make a simple project that will impress your friends!. Materials provided. Tutor Anne Douglas will guide you through the steps and beginners are welcome.
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Manicure Workshop with Voula

Thursday 26 May 2022
Learn to file, buff, shape, and apply nail polish correctly and professionally, and lastly everyone’s favourite how to massage their hands and arms. You will also learn about nail disorders and diseases. The cost includes a pack of professional products; file, buffer, cuticle pusher, and cuticle oil for you to take home.
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Kokedama With Anne Douglas

Saturday 21 May 2022
Create a Kokedama: a Japanese-style ornamental moss ball hanging plant. All materials and instruction will be provided for you to make a wonderful living creation to take home.
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Paper Manipulation Techniques (Joomchi, Momogami, Kami-ito)

Saturday 7 May 2022
With Anzara Clark. Explore different ways of manipulating paper. Using the traditional Korean and Japanese techniques of Joomchi (paper felting), Momigami (paper strengthening and texturing and Shifu or Kamiko (fine paper yarn making). Create papers for use in bookmaking, image-making, sculptural applications or even for clothing.
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Eco-dyeing/Botanical Printing/Yarn Making with Anzara Clark

Saturday 30 April 2022
Create beautiful art papers using simple natural dyeing, botanical and rust printing techniques with sustainable practices that are easy to carry out at home. While your papers cook in the dye pot, learn to make hand twisted yarn from plant fibre and paper.
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Write Your Memoir / Tell Your Story ~ 6 week course

Saturday 30 April 2022
6 week course with Nicola Hardy. Do you have a story to tell but find the idea of writing the greatest memoir EVER intimidating? No matter what your skill level, learn writing techniques to communicate your personal story. Experience workshop-style writing sessions with ample skill-building and practical outcomes. Write, share and grow and develop your style and unique voice. Everyone welcome, suited to ages 17 and up.
Princes Hill Community Centre
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Historical Walks Around Carlton 2 - Melb. General Cemetery

Saturday 30 April 2022
Melbourne General Cemetery is the oldest and most historic of our existing cemeteries. Learn about its history, and about some of the interesting or notorious characters who are buried there. This tour is in two parts, over two successive Saturdays. This booking is for Part 2, the northern part of the cemetery. Starting point – Princes Hill Community Centre, 5 Bagung Lane, Princes Hill.
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Historical Walks Around Carlton 1 - Melb. General Cemetery

Saturday 23 April 2022
Melbourne General Cemetery is the oldest and most historic of our existing cemeteries. Learn about its history, and about some of the interesting or notorious characters who are buried there. This tour is in two parts, over two successive Saturdays. This booking is for Part 1, the southern part of the cemetery. Starting point – Princes Hill Community Centre, 5 Bagung Lane, Princes Hill.
Princes Hill Community Centre
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Genealogy Workshop with Jane Turton

Sunday 3 April 2022
Are you curious about your family history but don’t know where to start? Come along and talk to our expert genealogist and have your questions answered. With a wealth of experience and knowledge, Jane will help you along the exciting path of researching your family tree.
Princes Hill Community Centre
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Visible Mending: Boro & Sachiko Stitching with Anzara Clark

Saturday 26 March 2022
Learn traditional Japanese mending techniques using visible hand stitching to create beautiful and unique textiles. Boro is a patching and mending technique used to create beautiful and unique textile pieces. Sachiko is a traditional Japanese stitching and embroidery style used for functional and decorative purposes. This workshop is suitable for all skill levels. Materials are provided but feel free to bring your own fabrics.
Princes Hill Community Centre
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Meditation and Mindfulness

Between Monday 21 February 2022 and Monday 21 March 2022
Practice mindfulness-based meditation in a group setting in our tranquil upstairs studio.
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Natural Beauty Coffee Scrub

Saturday 5 March 2022
Make a natural and gorgeously invigorating exfoliating body scrub from fresh coffee grounds and coconut oil with optional essential oil frgrance. All materials provided. Take home your creations in our famous glass jars or bring your own!
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String Group

Thursday 17 February 2022
For beginners & returning musicians of violin, viola, cello or double bass. BYO instrument, music stand & sense of humour. Music supplied, all ages welcome. $25 yearly registration fee. Sessions every Friday. Breaks for school term holidays. Regarding booking: Please book in to your first session and pay the fee. Let coordinator Dianna Walpole know which sessions you will be attending. This is to ensure we know who will be attending and adhere to class number restrictions.
Princes Hill Community Centre
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Anzara Clark Fan Club Sign Up

Thursday 17 February 2022
Join the waiting list and be the first to know when Anzara Clark's craft classes are announced.
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Local History TALK - Crime in Carlton

Saturday 22 January 2022
In this talk, local historian Jeff Atkinson will introduce you to the petty criminals that inhabited Carlton in the early days, the prostitutes and larrikins, as well as the more colourful crime figures, and the infamous murders that occurred in Carlton, covering the period from the time the suburb was first settled until the present.
Princes Hill Community Centre
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Felt Embroidery

Saturday 11 December 2021
Learn a range of embroidery techniques and create striking felt designs that can be used as adornments to bags, cushions, clothing or whatever else you’d like. In this workshop we will attach them to a cushion. All materials are supplied.
Princes Hill Community Centre
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Local History TALK – Carlton During World War Two

Saturday 4 December 2021
Carlton, like the rest of Melbourne, was severely affected by the Second World War. Particularly affected were Carlton’s Jewish community as news reached them of concentration camps, and the Italian community who suddenly found themselves classed as ‘enemy agents’. In this illustrated presentation by historian Jeff Atkinson you will hear of the impact this and the threat of invasion, residents leaving for service, and shortages had on the local community.
Princes Hill Community Centre
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Artist Books and Journals

Saturday 4 December 2021
Come on a creative journey and explore the world of artist books and journals. Learn construction methods such as simple binding stitches and concertina folds. Using new and recycled papers, collage, botanically printed papers as well as found and treasured objects, create your own artist book or journal. A variety of materials will be available, but feel free to bring any items that you would like to incorporate into your artist book. Suitable for all levels of experience.
Princes Hill Community Centre
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Local History WALK - Historic Carlton: Victorian Grandeur

Saturday 4 December 2021
Carlton has probably the best examples in Australia of the eloquent 'boom era’ architecture of the late 19th century, complete with English type squares, and generously designed streets, laid out in the 1850's by Robert Hoddle, who also designed the grid of Melbourne's central business district. Join local historian Jeff Atkinson for a walk through some of south Carlton’s most picturesque and historic streets, and enjoy some of its grandest buildings.
Meeting place for local history walk
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String Group

Between Friday 3 September 2021 and Friday 3 December 2021
For beginners and returning musicians of violin, viola, cello or double bass. BYO instrument, music stand and sense of humour. Music supplied, all ages welcome. $25 registration fee for the entire semester. Regarding booking: Please book in to your first session with the registration fee and select the 'paid' option for subsequent sessions. This is to ensure we know who will be attending and adhere to class number restrictions. Thanks. Co-ordinator: Dianna Walpole.
Princes Hill Community Centre
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Eco-Dyeing

Saturday 27 November 2021
Begin an eco-dyeing adventure in this workshop hosted by Anzara Clark. Create beautiful art papers using simple natural dyeing, botanical and rust printing techniques. Gain an understanding of sustainable dyeing and natural mordanting practices that are easy to carry out at home. While your papers cook in the dye pot, learn to make hand twisted yarn from plant fibre and paper.
Princes Hill Community Centre
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Tai Chi for Beginners

Thursday 25 November 2021
A 10-week beginner's level Tai Chi course, every Thursday evenings from the course will run from Thursday 25 November until Thursday 16 December and resumes 3 February 2022. By booking this place, you are enrolled in the entire course. Single sessions are not available.
Princes Hill Community Centre - Upstairs Studio
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Local History WALK - Historic Princes Hill

Saturday 20 November 2021
Join local historian Jeff Atkinson for a walk around this interesting part of Carlton, and hear of its history and the history of iconic places such as Princes Park, the Carlton Football Ground and the Melbourne General cemetery. Hear stories of past conflicts, and see fine examples of different architectural styles of the late 19th and early 20th century. Meet at 10.30am at the Princes Hill Community Centre, 5 Bagung Lane, Princes Hill.
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The Inner Circle Railway Line

Saturday 16 October 2021
An illustrated presentation on the ill-conceived Inner Circle railway line that ran through North Carlton and North Fitzroy from 1888 until its closure 90 years later. The talk will take place on Zoom, please enrol to receive the link.
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Local History TALK - The Inner Circle Railway Line

Saturday 2 October 2021
ONLINE ZOOM SESSIONS. An illustrated presentation by local historian Jeff Atkinson on the ill-conceived Inner Circle railway line that ran through North Carlton and North Fitzroy from 1888 until its closure 90 years later. Learn of the political events that led to it being constructed, and the struggle by local residents and Norm Gallagher to have the land along which it ran converted into a park.
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Crochet and Knit Group

Between Wednesday 21 July 2021 and Wednesday 29 September 2021
Wednesdays fortnightly 1 – 3 pm (alternating with Mahjong) Tutor: Anne Douglas Learn to crochet & knit, all levels welcome. Are you left handed? No problem our talented tutor can teach you too. Bring your own project or start one with us, needles and wool provided for beginners. $10 per semester.
Princes Hill Community Centre
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Tai Chi for Beginners

Thursday 5 August 2021
A 10 week beginner's level Tai Chi course, every Thursday evening from 5 August to 7 October 2021. By booking this place, you are enrolled in the entire course. Single sessions are not available.
Princes Hill Community Centre - Upstairs Studio
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Eco Dyeing

Saturday 31 July 2021
Begin an eco-dyeing adventure in this workshop hosted by Anzara Clark. Create beautiful art papers using simple natural dyeing, botanical and rust printing techniques. Gain an understanding of sustainable dyeing and natural mordanting practices that are easy to carry out at home. While your papers cook in the dye pot, learn to make hand twisted yarn from plant fibre and paper.
Princes Hill Community Centre
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Stamp Carving Workshop

Sunday 11 July 2021
Learn to hand carve a gorgeous and unique rubber stamp in this hands-on social workshop with all materials provided. Stationery enthusiast and stamping expert, Ellie, will take you through all the steps to create your masterpiece which you can then take home to enjoy. Supported by City of Yarra funding.
Princes Hill Community Centre
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Crochet & Knit Club

Between Wednesday 14 April 2021 and Wednesday 30 June 2021
Learn to crochet & knit, have a chat and troubleshoot your project. Left handed? No problem, our talented tutor can teach you too. Bring your own project or start one with us. Needles and wool provided for beginners. Tutor: Anne Douglas
Princes Hill Community Centre
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Stationery and Journalling Meetup

Saturday 15 May 2021
Stationery Lovers Unite! Bring your journals and planners, your washi tapes, stamps and any other stationery supplies and join us for an afternoon of show and tell, journalling and swooning! Hosts Connie (@pepperconarts) and Nicola (@exploration_equipment) welcome one and all, from newbies, to confirmed stationery-a-holics, to this regular event where they will share the secrets of their stash and offer tips and techniques in a fun and friendly environment.
Princes Hill Community Centre
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History Walk - Jewish and Italian Carlton

Saturday 15 May 2021
Celebrate Heritage Week with local historian and author, Jeff Atkinson, as he takes you on a tour through the Carlton's historic streets. Visit the sites of synagogues, churches and iconic business. Listen to the stories of crimes, disputes and those who prospered and struggled. We will meet at Macarthur Square near Rathdowne St, Carlton, prior to heading off on our journey together.
Macarthur Square
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Meditation Course for Beginners

Monday May 3 to 24 Inclusive
In this 4 week course, we will cover some easy techniques for mindfulness-based relaxation and sensible, practical approaches to integrate them into your busy lives. With these meditation techniques you can learn how to relax your body and mind, which in turn can improve your focus and improve your sleep. These techniques also form the basis for stress reduction and pain management. Mondays from 6pm – 7pm, May 3, 10, 17 and 24.
Princes Hill Community Centre
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History Walk - Melbourne General Cemetery

Saturday 24 April 2021
Celebrate Heritage Week with local historian and author, Jeff Atkinson, as he takes you on a tour through the Melbourne Cemetery to learn all about the fascinating characters buried there. We will meet at Princes Hill Community Centre prior to heading to the cemetery as a group.
Princes Hill Community Centre
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Terrarium Workshop

Saturday 17 April 2021
Tutor Anne Douglas will show you how to build your own mini eco-system in this hands-on terrarium workshop. All materials will be provided.
Princes Hill Community Centre