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8 things to in Hume/Whittlesea

Art for beginners

Learn to paint landscapes, portraits, still life and a variety of subjects using water colours and acrylics during term two at Mernda Community Centre, 2 Heals Road, Mernda. Term starts on Tuesday, April 26, from 10am-noon. Cost $10 per session.

■9717 8050

 

Anzac presentation

Epping RSL president Herb Mason will talk about the life of a soldier in Australia’s armed forces at Lalor Library, 2A May Road, Lalor, on Thursday, April 21, from 10-11am.

■ 9465 2353

 

Energy bill help

Learn how to manage rising electricity bills this winter at Whittlesea Community Activity Centre, 57-61 Laurel Street, Whittlesea, on Wednesday, April 20, from 11am-3pm. Kildonan Uniting Care will be on hand to give advice on how to stay warm for less and keep your energy bills under control.

■ 0408 406 237

 

Essential oils for mums and bubs

Learn how to use essential oils safely and effectively with children at Lalor Library, 2A May Road, Lalor, on Monday, May 2, from 11am-noon. Health coach Elise Roberts will advise on using oils in the home as a natural alternative to cleaning products, and for common ailments, such as colic and cradle cap.

■ 9465 2353

 

Mother’s Day story time

Make a special gift for your mum during a crafty story time at Craigieburn library, 75-79 Central Park Avenue, Craigieburn, on Tuesday, May 3, from 2-2.45pm or Wednesday, May 4, from 11am-noon.

humelibraries.vic.gov.au

 

Secrets of happiness revealed

Happiness Anywhere Anytime author, Dr Bruce Wells will share his four-step program of simple exercises that help people achieve greater happiness during a presentation and demonstration at the The Age Library, 1093 Pascoe Vale Road, Broadmeadows on Saturday, April 23, from 1-2pm. Bookings essential.

humelibraries.vic.gov.au

 

Thomastown courses

Thomastown Neighbourhood House is offering four classes throughout term two. Try your hand at meditation, or enrol in introduction to office skills, introduction to event planning, or English as a second language.

■ 8376 6939

 

Learn Maltese

The Maltese Language Teachers Associations of Victoria are organising Maltese classes for adults at Mill Park. All classes are held on weekdays from 6.30-8.30pm.

■ Mark, 0400 307 945 or learnmaltesevic@gmail.com

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