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Make the most of senior fun

Seniors will be spoilt for choice in St Albans, when the Bowery Theatre hosts two events for elders to enjoy.

Saturday, October 26 will mark a full day of activities that include free pampering, food, art and conversation.

From 11am to 2pm, The Treasures project will take place, featuring seven seniors who have been interviewed by curious young people.

They will tell stories of what has been loved and lost, surviving wars, poverty, migration, hard work and extraordinary changes over 100 years.

Also at the Bowery from 11am to 12.10pm, seniors are encouraged to celebrate the incredible life and music of the Forces Sweetheart.

Bringing to life the music from the 40’s to 60’s, the concert is full of insightful facts and music to have attendees laughing and singing along.

Entry is free, but bookings are required: trybooking.com/events/landing/1262217

Footy lunch

On Monday, October 21 the Brimbank Anglican Church hall in Keilor will hold a free footy legends lunch that people aged 60 and above can attend.

Join footy legends Kevin Sheedy and David Schwartz for a series of keynote speeches and an interactive question and answer session.

Kevin Sheedy is one of Australia’s most celebrated and enduring sporting figures. Listen to him share insights into his 50 year career as player and coach, his role in establishing the AFL Coaches Association and his support of anti-racial vilification laws in the game.

Strongly regarded for his service to sport and the community, Sheedy has been an AFL innovator, especially his work with Aboriginal players and their commuities.

David Schwartz will share personal insights into his AFL career, where he is renowned for his exciting playing style.

Tickets: trybooking.com/events/landing/1272211

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