Bush explorers
Children can explore nature, go on a scavenger hunt and dig for worms at a bush explorers event at Woodland Waters Reserve, Waterview Drive, Mernda on Sunday, April 29, 9.30-11.30am. Open to children aged 2-5 and their carers. Registration required.
Art show
Members of the Craigieburn Art Group will be displaying their work at the Gee Lee-Wik Doleen Gallery at the Hume Global Learning Centre, Craigieburn until Sunday, May 20. The exhibition will showcase some of the group’s finest works. At 75-95 Central Park Avenue.
■ 9356 6980
Floristry demonstration
Be creative, gain new skills and take your love of flowers a step further by learning how to create flower arrangements the professional way at The Age Library’s floristry workshop on Thursday, April 26, 6.30-7.30pm. At 1093 Pascoe Vale Road, Broadmeadows. Bookings essential.
■ 9356 6900
Nannas makers market
Browse the stalls at the Nannas Makers Market on Saturday, April 28, 10am-1pm, at the Uniting Church Hall, 105 Schotters Road, Mernda.
There will be handmade items including jams and preserves, fragrant candles and tote bags for sale.
■ facebook.com/nannasmakersmarket
Volunteer needed
The Melbourne City Mission Community Visitors Scheme is seeking an English-speaking volunteer to regularly visit an elderly person living in his own home in Mill Park.
■ 9486 8436 or cvs@mcm.org.au
DIY comics
Children can learn to make their own comics at Thomastown library on Thursday, April 26, 4-5pm. Expert illustrators will be on hand to help children create their own worlds and characters. At 52 Main Street. Open to children aged 8 and above.
■ 9464 1864
Live music
Head to South Morang’s Zait Lounge and Bar on Friday, April 27, to hear local rock band Lost Property from 9pm.
■ facebook.com/lostpropertyband
Church seminars
The Potter’s House church, Mill Park, will host seven seminars on dealing with anxiety, depression and feelings of hopelessness from May 5-10, at 14 The Link.
