Safety first
Supported by Whittlesea City Council, the recently established Whittlesea Community Leadership Network gives members access to resources, support and training to help build community and partnerships. As part of this initiative, Metropolitan Fire Brigade and Country Fire Authority will host a home fire safety workshop on Monday, July 22, at 6.30pm. Light supper provided. Civic Centre, 25 Ferres Boulevard, South Morang. Free.
Details: call 9217 2023.
Work out the smart way
If you feel you waste time and need to manage it better in your business, this business organisation seminar is for you. The two-hour session will help identify distractions, work out how to remove them and how to effectively prioritise your time. You will also learn productivity strategies and tips on how to create more time in the work day. On Wednesday, July 17, 6pm-8pm at City of Whittlesea council offices, 25 Ferres Boulevard, South Morang. Cost $20.
Details: call 9217 2278.
Dora cuts to the chase
If your kids love Dora the Explorer and need a haircut, take them to Just Cuts Plenty Valley where they can watch the new Dora the Explorer: It’s Haircut Day DVD and receive a free Dora gift. While the little ones enjoy the Dora treatment, you can treat yourself to a style cut and receive a free shampoo and relaxing scalp massage. No appointment necessary. Just Cuts, store 69, level G, 415 McDonalds Road, Mill Park. Offer is valid until Friday, July 19.
Details: call 9436 7066.
Ways to better health
Maxine Bennett is the author of How I Became a Human Guinea Pig: Health Tips for Busy People, which explores the myths about staying healthy and what works. She will run an hour-long session to discuss what she has tried and tested, including ‘‘do drugs do all that they promise or are there better ways?’’ She believes that one size may not fit all. The book is for sale on the night. On Wednesday, July 17, 7pm-8pm, Mill Park library, 394 Plenty Road, Mill Park. Free.
Details: call 9437 8189.
Ripper reads
Laurimar Primary School is hosting a book fair that promises fantastic second-hand reads at bargain prices for all ages. Bring bags or boxes to carry home your purchases. Cash payments only. Book donations are welcome before the event. On Saturday, July 20, 9am-3pm at Laurimar primary, Flaxen Hills Road, Doreen. Entry is a gold coin donation.
Details: call Anna on 0438 525 559.
