Refugee Week expo
Find out about the support services available to refugees and asylum seekers at Hume council’s Refugee Week expo on Monday, June 20, at Hume Global Learning Centre, Pascoe Vale Road, Broadmeadows, from 9am. There will be presentations by community organisations that help refugees and asylum seekers with health, accommodation and education access, as well as performances by Aboriginal and African dancers.
Enjoy some fun at the farm
Join in the playgroup at Creeds Farm Living and Learning Centre, 2 Snugburgh Way, Epping North, on Tuesdays from 10am until noon. Cost $3.
■ 9023 4606
Big week for the first Australians
Learn about Aboriginal culture and decorate boomerangs with dot paintings at The Age library, 1093 Pascoe Vale Road, Broadmeadows, on Wednesday, July 6, 2-3pm, as part of Hume council’s NAIDOC Week celebrations. The event is open to children aged five and more.
■ 9356 6900
Neighbourhood courses
Thomastown neighbourhood house is offering two classes during third term. English classes for asylum seekers will run on Mondays and Fridays from 10am until noon, while volunteer and management training classes will run on Thursdays from 10am until 2pm.
■ 8376 6939
Diet with a difference
That Sugar Film writer and director, Damon Gameau will visit The Age library, 1093 Pascoe Vale Road, Broadmeadows, on Saturday, June 25, 2-3.30pm to talk about a high-sugar, low-fat diet with insights into the food and sugar industries. Book now.
■ 9356 6900
Lights, camera, action
Learn basic filming tips and techniques over two sessions at Lalor library, 2A May Road, Lalor. The sessions are on Wednesday, June 29, and July 6, 1-3pm. Open to children aged 12 and older. Bookings essential.
■ 9465 2353
Youth disability forum
Secondary school students with a disability can find out about pathways after they finish school during an information session from 6-8pm on Thursday, June 16, at Whittlesea council’s Fountain View room, 25 Ferres Boulevard, South Morang. Industry professionals from local educational institutions will be on hand to answer questions and help students make the transition from high school.
■ Bookings: baseline@whittlesea.vic.gov.au
Chinese commemoration
Whittlesea Chinese Association will celebrate its 10th anniversary on Saturday, June 18, with a banquet dinner and the launch of a commemorative book. At the Golden Lead Chinese Restaurant, 417-419 High Street, Preston, from 6pm. Cost $60.
■ 0432 267 557
