This May, older residents in Brimbank are being urged to put on their dancing shoes and twist down to Sassella Park Hall to have a jive and rock & roll to non-stop 1950s music.
As part of the Sincerely Yours initiative, which is supported by Brimbank council, the Twist, Shout and Loco With Me event is all about having a dance and a laugh according to the program’s creative producer and director Victoria Mantynen.
Ms Mantynen said the event offered an opportunity for the local older population to socialise.
“Often seniors of our community find themselves unable to access community events and become isolated, this event is to directly target this deficiency,” she said.
“Research has shown that music and physical activity helps social, mental and physical wellbeing.
“The event will provide the opportunity for spending time with friends and family and creating new connections.”
According to Ms Mantynen, the Sassella Park Hall venue is completely accessible including for those with mobility aids.
Broadly, the program aims to link the neighbourhood together through community driven engagement opportunities as well.
“It also gives the opportunity for council run programs and local clubs and groups the chance to have a free stall to increase their participation levels,” Ms Mantynen said.
“It’ll be a great time — you can enjoy a nice cuppa and afternoon tea whilst connecting with other residents and community groups that are local to Brimbank.”
Details: www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1334662
