TO MARKET, TO MARKET
The Highlands Farmers’ and Community Market is on again this Saturday. Offering fresh seasonal produce, wine, unique handmade arts and crafts, jewellery, sweet treats, toys and free family entertainment set in the beautiful surrounds of Highlands Lake. August 17 at Highlands shopping centre, 300-332 Grand Boulevard, from 9am-2pm. Gold coin entry.
■ Details: 0498 632 824 or highlandsfarmersmarket.com.
GET IN CHECKMATE
Develop your chess skills with an interesting and challenging game of chess as part of The Age Library’s chess club. All skill levels are welcome with no bookings required. Simply bring your game face and join in a game at this all-ages club. Every Thursday, 4-8pm at The Age Library, 1093 Pascoe Vale Road, Broadmeadows. Free.
■ Details: 9356 6900.
YOU’RE THE VOICE
Choir group With One Voice is ideal for aspiring singers of all ages and languages. Participants are encouraged to join in with performances and then network over supper. It’s a safe and supportive way to improve your English skills, enhance your abilities and ‘network’. No experience is necessary and new members are welcome. Every Wednesday at The Homestead Community and Learning Centre, 30 Wiltshire Drive, Roxburgh Park, from 6-7.15pm. Cost to attend is by donation (concession card holders are admitted for free).
■ Details: 8679 6088 or creativityaustralia.org.au.
THROUGH THE LENS
Inspired by lens-based observation Microscopic/Telescopic, showcases Melbourne artists Melinda Capp and Daniel Armstrong’s art practices in multimedia, photo-media and installation. Their sound is inspired by microscopic observations such as plankton and single-cell organisms, and giant stars and galaxies seen through the telescope. The exhibition features porcelain objects, hand-held microscopes and optical instruments for viewing screen-based images and photos. Opens August 21 at Bundoora Homestead Art Centre, 7-27 Snake Gully Road. Open Wednesday to Sunday. Free.
■ Details: 9496 1060 or visit bundoorahomestead.com.
FUN AND FELLOWSHIP
Active retirees are invited to join the Probus Club of Craigieburn for social interaction, activities and friendship. The club has recently formed and welcomes new members. The group meets every Monday from 10.30am at Craigieburn Sporting Club, Craigieburn Road West. Free.
■ Details: 0414 572 744.
SINGING FOR A HEALTHY SUPPER
Join Aunty Rozzy as she encourages children to read, sing, dance and socialise while educating them about healthy eating. Aunty Rozzy will have your little ones learning to like new and different fruits and vegetables. This Yummy Tummy Time session is suitable for children aged 2-6. August 20, at 10am, 11am and noon outside Kmart at Westfield Plenty Valley, 415 McDonalds Road, Mill Park. Free.
■ Details: 9404 4511 or westfield.com.au/plentyvalley.
