COMMUNITY CALENDAR: Northern suburbs

Celebrate music in Hume

The Hume Festival of Music will be held across the city from November 14-23, showcasing community cultural events and headline artists, both local and from farther afield. The 10-day festival offers 33 events at venues across Hume.

9205 2200

Tulla toxic tip meeting

The Tullamarine Toxic Dump Action Group meets tonight, from 7.15-9.15, to discuss concerns about tip site rehabilitation and a new buffer land rezoning proposal. Hume Global Learning Centre, 1093 Pascoe Vale Road, Broadmeadows.

■ 9397 1185

Wipe out racism

Help wipe out racism in Whittlesea. At a meeting tomorrow, 6-8pm, suggest ideas for actions to include in the council’s new anti-racism strategy. The strategy will outline a co-ordinated range of activities aimed at preventing race-based discrimination while supporting local Aboriginal and multicultural communities. Whittlesea council offices, Civic Centre,
25 Ferres Boulevard, South Morang.

■ 9217 2174

Hume business breakfast

Victoria Police Chief Commissioner Ken Lay will speak at a Hume business breakfast on Friday, November 14, 7-9am. Hume mayor Adem Atmaca is encouraging people from industry and businesses to join this experienced public servant and speaker.

Aitken Hill, 20 Dunhelen Lane, Yuroke; $55

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Safety tips for the fire season

Protect your home and family in the advent of fire – learn what to do before summer arrives and what to do if a fire starts. You’ll be better prepared by attending an Epping fire awareness session, Sunday, November 16, 10am-noon, at Lehmans Park. The CFA education bus will be there, along with fire trucks, kids’ activities and a sausage sizzle.

■ 8746 1400

State Library talk

Visit the National Seniors Greensborough branch on Tuesday, November 18, 9.30am. Guest speaker Cathy Miller will cover what’s on at the State Library. Over 50s welcome. Greensborough RSL, 111 Main Street.

■ 9459 0653

Community theatre premier

Feat in Space Theatre Company presents its season of the play Receivers on November 20, 7.30pm. Feat Theatre, 12/62-64 Oakover Road, Preston.

■ 0407 245 115

Movie night at Meadowglen

Help raise money for the Cancer Council at an outdoor movie night at Meadowglen Athletics Track on Saturday, December 6. The animated movie Frozen will be screened and Santa will be guest of honour.

■ 8418 6247

Netball registration day

Plenty Valley Netball Association is taking registrations for new teams and players for the 2015 season on December 6, 11.30am-1.30pm. Bundoora Netball and Sports Centre, Building 203 RMIT University, McKimmies Road, Bundoora.

■ Sue, 94640043

Brush up your art skills

Bundoora Community Centre is offering painting, craft and exercise classes for men and women. Call for a brochure.

■ 9467 6305