Come along to this fun new class where you will learn how to make decorative items from recycled materials such as plastic bottles. Make ‘recycled art’ flowers and pot plant holders. Bring empty clean plastic bottles, all other materials provided. 

Dates to be confirmed

1pm-5pm, 4th Saturday of every month 

Boomerang Bags is a community initiative where volunteers make reusable bags from recycled fabric and provide them to the community as a sustainable alternative to plastic bags. Help make bags at the fortnightly sew-ing bees. Tasks include cutting materials, ironing, screen printing and sewing. All ages welcome and no experience required. Free event. No bookings need-ed. 

Enquiries - Amanda on 0422 529 573 or BBEndeavourHills@gmail.com 

Discover the world of papercraft and enjoy making handmade greeting cards. You will be shown the basics and learn techniques to make cards in a small friendly group environment. 

FRIDAY 10.30am-12.30pm
13 Oct—3 Nov (4 weeks)

Don’t miss these fabulous cardmaking workshops. Try out different techniques using inks, stamps, dies, and more. Includes materials. BYO basic tool kit, eg scissors, glue, tape. 

Wednesdays 10.30am-12.00pm
10 Nov and 1 Dec

A friendly group for all levels, from beginners to advanced (our friendly volunteer can show beginners how to get started). Enjoy some company and a chat while you knit or crochet. You can either knit a pro-ject for yourself or you may like to knit for charity. BYO needles and wool. 

Dates to be confirmed

Choose and work on your own projects (whether it is patchwork or embroi-dery) with help and advice from the tutor. For the beginner the tutor can help select designs, teach techniques and give suggestions on colours. 

THURSDAY 10.00am-11.00am
7 Oct—9 Dec (10 weeks) 

A hearing check is a screening that helps identify people that may have hearing loss. Appointments take 15 minutes and services are provided by Hearing Australia. Book a free hearing check to-day and take the first step to rediscovering the sounds you love. 

Dates to be confirmed

Zumba combines hypnotic Latin rhythms and easy-to-follow moves to create a unique fitness program that is so much fun you won’t even count it as hard work. 

Phone Claudia on 0481 170 788 for bookings and enquiries. 

Dates to be confirmed

Promotes harmony of mind and body. Tai Chi is meditation in motion, movements are slow and gentle. Classes include muscle stretching and relaxation. Suitable for all ages. All classes are inclusive and suitable for beginners and intermediate. For bookings and enquiries phone Sandra 0402 739 702. 

Dates to be confirmed

This class focuses on general English and learning skills to help you with everyday living. A mixed level class suitable for all levels. This is a Learn Local endorsed course. 

Tuesday 9.00am-1.00pm
5 Oct-21 Dec (11 weeks)

Join us for this 2 part series to learn how to make photobooks out of your digital pictures. In the first session we’ll introduce you to a number of ser-vices available online or on your computer which you can use to design and order your own photobooks. Part 2 will be your chance to work on your first book with help and support from library staff. In partnership with Endeavour Hills Library—sessions to be held at the library. 

If possible please bring laptop and digital photos to work with. 

Dates to be confirmed

Want to know more about your smart phone? These sessions are designed to help older people with any questions you may have about your smart phones and to help you engage with digital literacy. You will receive information on technical matters to help you get the most out of your smart phone. Learn about functions, settings, emailing, apps, what they do and how to keep safe online. Bookings essential—phone 9700 3789 

Information Sessions 

Dates to be confirmed

Half hour one on one appointments available

Dates to be confirmed

In a small group setting, learn how to set up an email, browse the internet, use Facebook and Skype, get tips about online safety and much more. Suitable for people who have completed one of our computer classes or have some computer experience. 

Dates to be confirmed

Do you have trouble with managing money and financial matters? A financial counsellor will be available by appointment for free counselling advice. Phone 9700 3789 to book an appointment. 

This course covers topics such as getting to know your camera; understanding the main controls on your camera (DSLR) and their functions; changing the settings and shooting in different modes; and basic photography terms such as aperture, shutter and ISO setting. Learn techniques and tips with lighting, contrast, composition and using different settings and filters to take great photos. What to bring: Notepad and pen, fully charged camera, and instruction manual. 

Monday 10.30am-12.00pm
25 Oct-8 Nov (3 weeks)

We can help eligible community members apply for the State Government’s $250 Power Saving Bonus. This one-off $250 payment is designed to help ease the cost of living for eligible Victorian households during the pandemic. 

Applications for the Power Saving Bonus are made online. If you do not have access to, or are uncomfortable using technology, we can help you complete the application. To be eligible, you must : 

• Have a Victorian residential electricity account, and 
• Be receiving payments under one of the following concession programs: 
• Centrelink Pensioner Concession 
• JobSeeker, Youth Allowance, Austudy or Abstudy 
• Dept of Veterans Affairs Pensioner Concession or hold DVA Gold Card. 

What you need to bring when you apply: 

1. Your electricity bill, either on paper or electronically. 
2. Your Concession Card. 
3. Your bank details (BSB and account number), so the government can pay you via electronic funds transfer. 

Appointments to help you apply for the Power Saving Bonus available on Fridays between 9am-12pm. For bookings phone 9700 3789.