Nature Connection
Nature Connection for adults with disability and their carers can reduce stress and boost wellbeing. Spend time in beautiful parkland with activities designed for you. Light refreshments. Mobility aids welcome. Led by Dr Liz Cyarto, certified nature and forest therapy guide. Sessions are free to attend and will take place at the Lakes Reserve, Taylors Lakes on November 1 and 6 from 10am-noon.
■ bit.ly/NatureSessionsBrimbank or 0481 977 970
Craft market
The Lakes Estate retirement community is hosting a craft market day with handmade knitted items, crocheted blankets, homemade cakes and slices, plants, pickles, relishes and jams, and handmade cards for sale. The market will take place on Friday 14 November from 10am-1pm at the community centre on 800 Kings Road, Taylors Lakes.
Men’s Health Project – bocce, blokes and burgers
Come along for a relaxed afternoon of friendly competition, great conversations, and sizzling burgers. Whether you’re a bocce pro or just keen for a laugh, this event is a great way to connect, unwind, and enjoy some time with mates. The event will run from 11am-1pm on Thursday 30 October at Westvale Community Centre – 45 Kings Road, Kings Park VIC 3021
■ trybooking.com/events/landing/1463624
Halloween Blue Light Disco
Get ready for a Spooktacular night of fun. The disco is open to children from years three to six. Food and lollies for sale on the night. Tickets are $10. The event will take place on Friday 31 October from 6-8pm at St Albans Community Centre, 33 Princess Street, St Albans
■ trybooking.com/events/landing/1370374
Deer Park Christmas Carols
Sunshine Community Brass (Band) and the Lions Club of Deer Park present “Christmas Carols 2025” to be held at Sassella Park 119 Station Road Deer Park on Saturday 6 December, including a visit from Santa, face-painting, a wheelbarrow raffle, glo-sticks, glo-bracelets, Lions Christmas cakes and a traditional BBQ. The fun starts at 7pm. Free entry and BYO chairs.
Women’s only conversation English
Duke Street Community House is inviting locals to make friends, learn new skills and practice English in this fun and free women’s social group. Tuesdays during school terms, 9.30am-noon, at Duke Street Community House, 27 Duke Street, Sunshine.
■ 9311 9973, or dukest@dsch.org.au
Popcorn Musical Fun and Learning
Join Popcorn Musical Fun and Learning, a free, evidence-based early education program that combines music, play, and connection for families with children aged 0-5 years. Running for eight weeks, on Tuesdays, 10.30am12.30pm, this program is designed to incorporate singing, stories, and fun activities to support your child’s development. Running from February 11 onwards at the Sunshine Heights Playgroup Centre, 105 Glengala Road.
■ 9663 6733, or events@ds.org.au
Crafternoons
Duke Street Community House is inviting locals to a free adult social opportunity to get together and be creative. Learn a new craft or bring along your own craft projects. Tuesdays during school terms, 12.30-2.30pm, at the Duke Street Community House, 27 Duke Street, Sunshine.
■ 9311 9973, or dukest@dsch.org.au
Over 50’s club
The Keilor Over 50’s Recreation Club meets at Kealba Hall, 24 McShane Drive, Kealba, on Tuesdays, from 10am-3pm, and Wednesdays, from 7-10pm. Have a coffee and a chat, play social table tennis, pool and card games, go on organised outings and enjoy barbecues. First two visits are free then annual membership fees apply.
■ Graeme, 0404 809 640, keilorover50@gmail.com, www.keilorover50.com.au
Sunshine Community Brass
Sunshine Community Brass is looking for trumpet and percussion players to join its vibrant band of musicians. With more than 90 years of history, the band rehearses at 45 Furlong Road, North Sunshine, on Tuesdays, from 7.30pm.
■Andrew, 0419 444 620
Deer Park Probus Club
The Deer Park Probus Club meets at the Deer Park Club, 780 Ballarat Road, Deer Park on the second Wednesday of the month from February to December. Meet at 10am followed by lunch available from 12pm. The club offers bus trips, lunches, morning melodies etc. New members welcome.
■0427 495 584
Keilor Park Tennis Club social night
Join the club on Monday nights for a free social hit and get to know other club members. All levels are welcome. Female players are also required for Thursday competition from 10am-2pm and also for the B-grade mixed team on Wednesday, 7-9pm.
■ keilorparktennis@gmail.com
Al-Anon Family Groups
Al-Anon Family Groups is offering help and hope to anyone living in an unhappy home because a loved one drinks too much. There are no contracts to sign, just a voluntary donation to cover room rental. Confidentiality is protected. Confidential meetings held at the Delahay Community Centre, 70 Copperfield Drive every Wednesday, from 1-2:30pm. New members welcome. No appointment necessary.
■Helpline, 1300 252 666
Musicians Wanted
Westgate Concert Band is seeking new members. Do you play Woodwind, Brass or Percussion and are looking for a welcoming place to play enjoyable and challenging music?
Rehearsals are held Saturday mornings during school terms, 9am-noon, at Braybrook College.
■ westgateconcertband@gmail.com
Deer Park Lions Club
Deer Park Lions Club is looking for new members. It holds dinner meetings on the first Wednesday of every month at the Deer Park Senior Citizens Club, 119 Station Road, Deer Park.
■Michael, 0417 307 572
Women working together
A program connecting women aged 50 and above and in need of assistance, with mentors and mentees. Open to women across the western suburbs, including Brimbank.
■ 9655 2131, EmploymentSupport@cotavic.org.au, or cotavic.org.au/our-programs/employment-support/
National seniors meeting
On the first Wednesday of every month at 1.30pm, the metro west branch of national seniors meets at the Deer Park Club, with meals available to purchase. The group also holds lunches on different Fridays each month, as well as activities such as theatre visits, bus trips and more.
■ 0425 713 004, or lesley1.collins@outlook.com
Learn to Relax Group
IPC Health’s Living Well team is running a free Learn to Relax Group at IPC Health Deer Park, 106 Station Road, every Tuesday at 11am. This group is for people 18 years and older who are interested in learning how to relax and finding ways to effectively manage their stress. Registration is required.
■ livingwell@ipchealth.com.au, or 1300 472 432
