Children’s language
Learn about children’s language development and behaviour from birth to three years. This workshop will explore language development and the way it impacts on behaviour, play and social skills. It’s on April 8, 6.30-8.30pm, at Whittlesea council offices. The session will be facilitated by speech pathologist Heather Venditti and is recommended for early-years educators.
■ 9404 8865
Foster carers needed
Ever thought about fostering children who need to live away from their families due to neglect, abuse or family crisis? Find out if it’s for you at an information night in Preston on Wednesday, April 15, from 7pm. Phone Anglicare Broadmeadows for an information kit and venue details.
■ Kay, 9301 5200
Have fun, help hospital appeal
Stuck for an idea to entertain the kids this Easter? Head along to Thomastown Recreation and Aquatic Centre on Friday April 3, from 9am-1pm. TRAC is raising money for the Good Friday Appeal on a day it would usually be closed. Staff are volunteering their time to offer residents discounted $5 access to the pools and gym or $10 for pool entry plus a fitness class.
National Youth Week
Hume’s young people are invited to celebrate National Youth Week with a range of free and fun events happening across the city from April 10-19. Kick off celebrations at Hume’s Youth Centre Open Day which will include a DJ and hip-hop dance workshops, street art demonstrations and workshops, 3D printing demonstrations, and zine- and badge-making. The youth open day is April 10, noon-5pm, at Youth Central, 33-37 Pearcedale Parade, Broadmeadows.
■ 9404 8863
Compost workshop
Get your hands dirty learning how to make the most of your compost on April 11, 10am-noon, at Carome Homestead, 10 Hathfelde Boulevard, Mernda. You’ll walk away with an understanding of effective composting and how to manage a compost garden. Bookings are essential.
■ Fiona, 0407 138 396
Hume volunteer expo
The Hume Volunteer Expo will feature more than 50 organisations and 200 volunteer opportunities. Exhibitors will include community groups, local government, charities and environment organisations. There will also be opportunities to meet present volunteers and talk with them about their experiences. April 29, 11am-4pm, at Hume Global Learning Centre, 1093 Pascoe Vale Road, Broadmeadows.
