International Women's Day - International Lunch

BYO plate to share from your culture or what else takes your fancy! The event is an opportunity to swap stories, build friendships, and share food with each other!

Wednesday 12th March 12 noon to 2 pm

TERM 1 WORKSHOPS 2025

Cultural Cooking Series: Thai

Learn how to make an exciting Pad Thai dish, as part of our Cultural Cooking Series. Learn about the cultural significance and stories behind the recipes you are cooking, and share your lunch together afterwards. Contact: rebeccah@djerriwarrh.org

Thursday 13 March 10am - 12pm 1 session $15

Art Workshops

Join our resident artist, Vicki as she guides you through three workshops creating your own watercolour masterpiece! Learn how to draw and paint florals on to canvas and take home to show off to your family and friends! Three fun workshops in a relaxed and social environment.

Monday 17th, 24th & 31st March 12:30pm - 2:30pm

Clay-Making Workshop

Enjoy the art of clay-making in this Valentine’s Day special workshop. Make your own “love-bird” by learning to mould, sculpt and paint your own clay piece, over two fun and engaging workshops.

Friday 14th February & Friday 21st February, 10.00am - 12.00pm COST: $40 for the two sessions

FREE ON-GOING GROUPS

Monthly Carer’s Morning Tea

Carers in Melton are invited to a monthly morning tea, to connect and feel supported by other carers. This monthly event is intended for carers to take some time out for themselves, and to attend without the person they care for.

Dates: 20 Feb 2025, 20 March 2025, 10 April 2025, 15 May 2025, 19 June 2025 Supported by Merri Health’s Carers Gateway Program, bookings are preferred by contacting SCP@merrihealth.org.au or click on the link

Women’s Social

Meet other local women, inspire and support each other, and develop new friendships. This group is an opportunity for local women to come together, and enjoy some time out.

Wednesdays Weekly, 10.00am – 11.30am FREE Contact: rebeccah@djerriwarrh.org

Bingo

Come and join us for a fun and social game of Bingo, where its less about the prizes and more about the laughs. All equipment provided, just bring yourselves.

Thursdays Weekly, 9.30am - 11.00am FREE Contact: rebeccah@djerriwarrh.org

CHATTY CAFE EVENT

Looking for a friendly spot to chat and connect? The Chatty Café group, held at The Latin in Wallace Square, Melton – is open to all residents that may be looking for someone to share a coffee with. The Chatty Café is a great way to meet new people and be around others from your local area. Val, our lead volunteer, helps everyone feel welcome and included. Come in and have chat with a Neighbour.

Fridays Weekly 10am Venue: The Latin, 10 Wallace Square Melton Free tea and coffee available to all groups Contact rebeccah@djerriwarrh.org

THE MELTON SINGERS

If you are interested in community singing, no experience needed, come and join us on a Tuesday at Melton Central, for rehearsals, and occasional performances at local aged care centres. Beginners welcome, in this friendly and welcoming group.

Tuesdays Weekly 10am Free Contact Val on 0418667150

Produce Swaps

Do you grow your own fruits, vegetables, herbs, seedlings, or flowers? Are you open to exchanging surplus produce, connecting with fellow gardeners and engaging with your local community? Come along to our bi-monthly produce days, where you can interact with other local gardeners and trade your excess produce whilst having a cup of tea or coffee. Share tips, tricks and insights from your gardening experience and learn something new.

Dates: Last Thursday of every second month 27th February, 17th April, 26th June, 28th August, 30th October, 18th December

GOOD THYMES GARDENING GROUP

Build new friendships and join us for plenty of laughs, as we share seeds, produce and new skills we have learnt along the way. We use the principal methods of both organic and sustainable gardening practices and have established a vegetable wicking bed system. We are a group that thrives on exchanged information, and welcome beginners and established gardeners who like to get their hands dirty.

Thursdays Weekly 9.30am - 12.00pm (summer times) FREE Contact: rebeccah@djerriwarrh.org

Women’s Support Group

The Women’s Support Group provides a mental health support program for local women of all ages. It is a space where women can come together to share their experiences, offer mutual support, and foster personal growth

Mondays Weekly, 1.00pm - 2.30pm FREE Contact: rebeccah@djerriwarrh.org

MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS SUPPORT GROUP

A newly established peer support group for people, family and carers affected by multiple sclerosis. These fortnightly sessions are designed to provide support and connection in a safe and trusting space.

Tuesdays Fortnightly 1:30pm – 3:30pm FREE February: 4th, 18th March: 4th, 18th April: 1st, 29th, May: 13th, 27th, June; 10th, 24th July: 22nd August: 5th, 19th September: 2nd, 16th October: 14th, 28th November: 11th, 25th December: 9th Contact rebeccah@djerriwarrh.org