TERM 3 PROGRAM, 2012 Free and affordable activities for residents: 16 July – 21 September 2012 School holiday activities: 2 July – 13 July 2012 Newington Community Centre HOW TO ENROL? For most courses, bookings are essential. Lifelong Learning Program Enrolment Form is available online at: www.auburn.nsw.gov.au. Term enrolment starts on Monday 2 July 2012 at 9am and close Sunday 15 July 2012 at 5pm. Courses without enrolments be cancelled. Enrolments are accepted on a first in, first served basis. Receipts are available upon request on the first day of the class. Payment: Please pay your fee on the first day of the class (cash only). High school students are welcome to attend adult courses. Lidcombe Library & Community Centre Preschool Story Time Tuesdays (during the school term only), 11am-12pm (Age: 0-5 years) FREE Lidcombe Library Enquiries: 9649 9387 After School Craft Thursdays (during the school term only), 3.30pm FREE Lidcombe Library Enquiries: 9649 9387 Line Dancing for Adults Charlie Mifsud Wednesdays, 18 July – 19 September, 7.30pm-10pm $6 per session Have fun and learn new dance steps in a friendly and safe atmosphere. Note: No class on 12 September Lidcombe Community Centre Enquiries: 9735 1306 ZUMBA for Adults Antonia Escobar Thursdays, 19 July – 20 September, 6.30pm-7.30pm $65 (9 weeks) Get ready to “Join the Party” and see a whole new side of yourself! Note: No class on 13 September Lidcombe Community Centre *Bookings essential BollyworX Fitness for Adults Maxine Simmons Saturdays, 21 July – 15 September, 12.30am-1.30pm $60 (9 weeks) It’s not just a dance, but full body workout that is fun body movements with Bollywood music. BollyworX is exceptionally easy and fun for all age groups and all fitness levels. Lidcombe Community Centre *Bookings essential Regents Park Library & Community Centre Preschool Story Time Mondays (during the school term only), 11am-12pm (Age: 0-5 years) FREE Regents Park Library Enquiries: 9644 7558 After School Craft Wednesdays (during the school term only), 3:30pm FREE Regents Park Library Enquiries: 9644 7558 ZUMBA Gold for Seniors Antonia Escobar Mondays, 23 July – 17 September, 9.15am-10am $25 (9 weeks) A fun program for older adults or beginners with lower impact, modified moves. It’s a dancefitness class that feels friendly, and most of all, fun. Note: Free to participants who meet the Healthy Communities Initiative guidelines. For information please contact Mary Schulha on 9735 1343 Regents Park Community Centre *Bookings essential Gentle Exercise for Seniors Maxine Simmons Wednesdays, 25 July – 19 September, 9am-10am $25 (9 weeks) Gentle exercise incorporating strength and balance exercises aimed at falls prevention and fun. Regents Park Community Centre Enquiries: 9735 1306 Cosmetic Care for Seniors Maxine Simmons Wednesdays, 25 July – 19 September, 10.15am-11.15am $2 per session Indulge your hands with a little pampering. Regents Park Community Centre Enquiries: 9735 1306 Kids Yoga Carmella Baynie Mondays, 23 July – 17 September, 4.30pm-5.30pm $50 (9 weeks) Taekwondo for Children Assaf Hobeika Tuesdays, 24 July – 18 September, 5.15pm-6pm (Age: 5+ years) $50 (9 weeks) Fun, energetic classes for children. Introduce them to the healthy benefits of yoga from an early age. Children will learn concentration, focus, how to release energy, to breathe correctly, respect for self, others and the environment, in a supportive and relaxed setting. Yoga teacher of over twenty years. The program help keep kids physically fit, and help with the benefits of good behaviour, teamwork, good manners, patience and trying their best. Newington Community Centre *Bookings essential Newington Community Centre *Bookings essential Cake Decorating Classes for Adults Selina Withaneachi Tuesdays, 24 July – 21 August, 6pm-8.30pm $60 (5 weeks) (materials not included) Learn to make a variety of flowers with gum paste, cover a cake and decorate with icing and gum paste flowers. Note: There will be additional costs for materials/tools which will be discussed on the first night Yoga & Relaxation Carmella Baynie Mondays, 23 July – 17 September, 6pm-7.15pm $60 (9 weeks) Energise the body, loosen the joints, relax and restore with yoga and relaxation classes. An easy, fun class for all levels. Gentle limbering, deep breath work, with light meditation, for a deeply relaxing experience. Students need to bring a yoga mat. Yoga teacher of over twenty years. Newington Community Centre *Bookings essential ZUMBA Fitness Michelle Klintworth Mondays, 23 July – 17 September, 7.30pm-8.30pm $65 (9 weeks) Newington Community Centre *Bookings essential Designing with Colour and Fabric Run by TAFE Wednesdays, 25 July – 19 September, 6pm-9pm $60 (9 weeks) A short course in mixing and matching soft furnishings for your home. Note: To apply for this class you must attend an information and enrolment session on 25 July, 6pm at Newington Community Centre Newington Community Centre *Bookings essential ZUMBA Gold for Seniors Michelle Klintworth Tuesdays, 24 July – 18 September, 9.15am-10am $25 (9 weeks) A fun program for older adults or beginners with lower impact, modified moves. It’s a dance-fitness class that feels friendly, and most of all, fun. Note: Free to participants who meet the Healthy Communities Initiative guidelines. For information please contact Mary Schulha on 9735 1343 Newington Community Centre *Bookings essential Musical Theatre Classes for Children Lara Barazi Clingan Tuesdays, 24 July – 18 September, 4pm-5pm (Age: 5+ years) $50 (9 weeks) A jam packed class for children to improve their singing, dancing and acting skills. Great for confidence building and lots of fun! Newington Community Centre *Bookings essential Newington Community Choir (Newington Singers) Lara Barazi Clingan Fridays, 20 July – 21 September, 10am-12pm $40 per term A choir for adults of all singing levels, to make music and magic with classical and contemporary repertoire - no experience necessary. Note: This term includes Opera Australia project rehearsals and performance at the Opera House Newington Community Centre *Bookings essential ZUMBA Fitness Michelle Klintworth Fridays, 27 July – 21 September, 7pm-8pm $65 (9 weeks) Get ready to “Join the Party” and see a whole new side of yourself! Newington Community Centre *Bookings essential Pilates for Adults Maggi Davila Saturdays, 21 July – 15 September, 8.30am-9.30am $65 (9 weeks) Pilates is suitable for anyone who wants to improve muscle strength and flexibility, improve co-ordination and balance, tone muscles and improve posture. An exercise mat, towel and water bottle are required. Note: Free to participants who meet the Healthy Communities Initiative guidelines. For information please contact Mary Schulha on 9735 1343 Newington Community Centre *Bookings essential Get ready to “Join the Party” and see a whole new side of yourself! Newington Community Centre *Bookings essential Auburn Centre for Community Pilates for Adults Lisi Hannan Thursdays, 26 July – 20 September, 6pm-7pm $65 (9 weeks) Pilates is suitable for anyone who wants to improve muscle strength and flexibility, improve co-ordination and balance, tone muscles and improve posture. An exercise mat, towel and water bottle are required. Basic Computer Skills Vinnie Ravilla Saturdays, 21 July – 18 August, 10am-12pm $30 (5 weeks) If you are new to the computer or just want to know more about how it works, then this course is for you. Newington Community Centre *Bookings essential Cake Decorating Classes for Adults Ranjo Beadle Mondays, 23 July – 13 August, 11am-2pm $60 (4 weeks) (materials not included) Are you wondering how to produce perfect bows in all shapes and sizes to embellish your cakes? Then this techniques class is for you! In this class you will learn different kinds of bows, and also how to adjust them for different sizes and shapes of cake. Get ready to shake, twist and roll those hips! Newington Community Centre *Bookings essential Floristry Stage 2 Run by TAFE Thursdays, 19 July – 29 September, 6pm-9pm $60 (15 weeks) Note 1: No new intakes Note 2: No classes on 16 & 23 August Newington Community Centre Cake Decorating Classes for Adults Selina Withaneachi Saturdays, 21 July – 18 August, 12pm-2.30pm $60 (5 weeks) (materials not included) Learn to make a variety of flowers with gum paste, cover a cake and decorate with icing and gum paste flowers. Note: There will be additional costs for materials/tools which will be discussed on the first day Newington Community Centre *Bookings essential Fun, energetic classes for children. Introduce them to the healthy benefits of yoga from an early age. Children will learn concentration, focus, how to release energy, to breathe correctly, respect for self, others and the environment, in a supportive and relaxed setting. Yoga teacher of over twenty years. Auburn Centre for Community *Bookings essential Auburn Centre for Community *Bookings essential Pilates for Adults Lisi Hannan Mondays, 23 July – 17 September, 9.30am-10.30am $65 (9 weeks) Yoga & Relaxation Carmella Baynie Wednesdays, 25 July – 19 September, 6pm-7.15pm $65 (9 weeks) Pilates is suitable for anyone who wants to improve muscle strength and flexibility, improve co-ordination and balance, tone muscles and improve posture. An exercise mat, towel and water bottle are required. Note: Free to participants who meet the Healthy Communities Initiative guidelines. For information please contact Mary Schulha on 9735 1343 Auburn Centre for Community *Bookings essential Energise the body, loosen the joints, relax and restore with yoga and relaxation classes. An easy, fun class for all standards. Gentle limbering, deep breath work, with light meditation, for a deeply relaxing experience. Students need to bring a yoga mat. Yoga teacher of over twenty years. Auburn Centre for Community *Bookings essential Floristry Stage 1 Run by TAFE Thursdays, for 15 WEEKS, 10am-1pm $60 (15 weeks) Learn basic floral techniques, including wiring flowers, floral composition and arrangements. Note 1: To apply for this class you must attend an information and enrolment session on 19 July, 10am at Auburn Centre for Community Note 2: Flowers are not provided Auburn Community Choir Lara Barazi Clingan Tuesdays, 17 July – 18 September, 7pm-9pm $40 per term A choir for adults of all singing levels to make music and magic with all sorts of fun repertoire - no experience necessary. Note: This term includes Opera Australia project rehearsals and performance at the Opera House Auburn Centre for Community *Bookings essential Newington Community Centre *Bookings essential Belly Dancing for Fun & Fitness Lisi Hannan Thursdays, 26 July – 20 September, 7.15pm-8.15pm $65 (9 weeks) Kids Yoga Carmella Baynie Wednesdays, 25 July – 19 September, 4.30pm-5.30pm $50 (9 weeks) Hypnobirthing Natalie Meade Saturdays, 25 August – 29 September, 9.45am-11.30am + 30min Q’s (optional) $65 (5 weeks) (incl. textbook, notes, CD) A comprehensive and eyeopening birth education program that achieves shorter, more comfortable births. With hypnobirthing you will be in control and experience harmony with your body and with your support person. Pregnant woman + 1 support person (22 week gestation plus). Note: No class on 8 September Newington Community Centre *Bookings essential Auburn Centre for Community Musical Theatre Classes for Children Lara Barazi Clingan Saturdays, 21 July – 22 September, 10am-11am (Age: 5+ years) $50 per term A jam packed class for children to improve their singing, dancing and acting skills. Great for confidence building and lots of fun! births. With hypnobirthing you will be in control and experience harmony with your body and with your support person. Pregnant woman + 1 support person (22 week gestation plus). Auburn Centre for Community *Bookings essential Cake Decorating Classes for Adults Ranjo Beadle Saturdays, 25 August – 15 September, 12pm-3pm $60 (4 weeks) (materials not included) In this course you will make a floral spray or cake topper focusing on the Cymbidium Orchid. Learn the importance of using modelling paste, drying time, shape forming, wiring, colouring, filling, arranging, storing and creating ‘real’ looking flowers for your cakes. Auburn Centre for Community *Bookings essential Bollywood for Adults Farah Nezza Sundays, 22 July – 16 September, 12.30pm-1.30pm $60 (9 weeks) Experience this exciting form of Modern Indian dance combining: Bhangra. Classical Indian, Arabic and Western Jazz, Funk and Hip-Hop performed to the latest movie songs. It’s all about having fun! Auburn Centre for Community *Bookings essential Bollywood for Adults Farah Nezza Sundays, 22 July – 16 September, 1.45pm-2.45pm $60 (9 weeks) Experience this exciting form of Modern Indian dance combining: Bhangra, Classical Indian, Arabic and Western Jazz, Funk and Hip-Hop performed to the latest movie songs. It’s all about having fun! Auburn Centre for Community *Bookings essential Auburn Centre for Community *Bookings essential Singing Master Classes for Adults Lara Barazi Clingan Saturdays, 21 July – 22 September, 11am-12pm $60 per term An opportunity for adults of all singing levels to improve their confidence and technique in a supportive and relaxed environment. Auburn Centre for Community *Bookings essential Hypnobirthing Natalie Meade Saturdays, 14 July – 11 August, 9.45am-11.30am + 30min Q’s (optional) $65 (5 weeks) (incl. textbook, notes, CD) A comprehensive and eye-opening birth education program that achieves shorter, more comfortable Tai Chi at the Peacock Gallery Frank Lee Sundays, 22 July – 16 September, 11.30am-12.30pm $25 (9 weeks) A gentle relaxing exercise that helps to improve balance, coordination, flexibility and also promotes mental focus and concentration. Note: Free to participants who meet the Healthy Communities Initiative guidelines. For information please contact Mary Schulha on 9735 1343 Peacock Gallery (Corner of Chiswick Rd & Chisholm Rd, Auburn) *Bookings essential Berala Public School School Holiday Activities July 2012 After School Arts Program Michelle Tran Mondays, 23 July – 17 September, 3.15pm-4.15pm (Years: 3-6, new students only) $30 (9 weeks) For information on Youth Programs call Council’s Youth Community Development Officer on 9735 1226 PARTY GAMES With the theme of “Exotic Animals”, students will develop a painted ceramic tile which will be permanently installed at Berala Station. Mr Wan’s Classroom *Bookings essential Hip-Hop for Children Janani Beadle Mondays, 23 July – 17 September, 4.15pm-5pm (Age: 5+ years) $50 (9 weeks) Hip hop dancing is an ideal way to express creativeness. Learn breaking, popping, locking and freestyle and have heaps of fun doing it. Main Hall *Bookings essential Taekwondo for Children Assaf Hobeika Mondays, 23 July – 17 September, 5.15pm-6pm (Age: 5+ years) $50 (9 weeks) The program help keep kids physically fit and help with the benefits of good behaviour, teamwork, good manners, patience and trying their best. Main Hall *Bookings essential Booking fee: 50c Auburn Library Mon 2 July, 11am-12pm Tue 3 July, 11am-12pm Mon 9 July, 11am-12pm Tue 10 July, 11am-12pm Pilates for Adults Antonia Escobar Mondays, 23 July – 17 September, 6.15pm-7.15pm $65 (9 weeks) Pilates is suitable for anyone who wants to improve muscle strength and flexibility, improve co-ordination and balance, tone muscles and improve posture. An exercise mat, towel and water bottle are required. Note: Free to participants who meet the Healthy Communities Initiative guidelines. For information please contact Mary Schulha on 9735 1343 Main Hall *Bookings essential ZUMBA for Adults Antonia Escobar Mondays, 23 July – 17 September, 7.30pm-8.30pm $65 (9 weeks) Get ready to “Join the Party” and see a whole new side of yourself! Main Hall *Bookings essential Chess Coaching Club for Children TBA Tuesdays, 24 July – 18 September, 4.15pm-5.15pm (Age: 5+ years) $50 (9 weeks) Learn how to play chess and improve your problem solving and mathematics skills. Regents Park Library Wed 4 July, 10am-11am FREE activity - no bookings required! Regents Park Library Mon 2 July, 1pm-3pm Lidcombe Library Tue 3 July, 1pm-3pm Auburn Library Tue 10 July, 1pm-2pm Lidcombe Library Thu 12 July, 10am-11am Regents Park Library Fri 6 July,11am-12pm LET’S PAINT! Musical Theatre Classes for Children Lara Barazi Clingan Tuesdays, 24 July – 18 September, 5.30pm-6.30pm (Age: 5+ years) $50 (9 weeks) Auburn Library Tue 3 July, 1pm-2pm Booking fee: 50c Newington Community Centre Thu 5 July, 2pm-3pm Regents Park Library Mon 9 July, 1pm-2pm Lidcombe Library Tue 10 July, 11am-12pm Meet outside the Main Hall *Bookings essential COMMUNITY CENTRE LOCATIONS Booking fee: 50c Lidcombe Library Wed 4 July, 11am-12pm Auburn Library Thu 5 July, 11am-12pm Council provides free and affordable activities for residents at the Auburn, Lidcombe, Newington and Regents Park Community Centres and Berala Public School and a range of school holiday activities at Auburn Library and the Library branches. FUN WITH BEADS CRAFT TABLE Booking fee: 50c ABOUT YOUR LOCAL COMMUNITY CENTRE Auburn Library Wed 4 July, 1pm-3pm Thu 5 July, 1pm-3pm Regents Park Library Wed 11 July, 10am-11am Mr Wan’s Classroom *Bookings essential A jam packed class for children to improve their singing, dancing and acting skills. Great for confidence building and lots of fun! FREE PLAY WITH LEGO AUBURN CENTRE FOR COMMUNITY Corner of Macquarie Rd and Hutchinson St, Auburn NEWINGTON COMMUNITY CENTRE Corner of Avenues of Europe and Asia, Newington LIDCOMBE COMMUNITY CENTRE 3 Bridge St, Lidcombe (underneath Lidcombe Library) REGENTS PARK COMMUNITY CENTRE Amy St, Regents Park (behind Regents Park Library) Newington Community Centre Thu 12 July, 1.30pm-2.30pm * All activities are suitable for school-aged children who can work independently. Due to space restrictions it is not possible for parents to accompany their children. * Tickets can be purchased at Auburn, Lidcombe and Regents Park Libraries and at Newington Community Centre/Library (during the opening hours) from Monday 18 June 2012. All fees must be paid for at the time of booking. Limited tickets are available. FOR ENQUIRIES Telephone: 9735 1306 Email: [email protected] For further information visit: www.auburn.nsw.gov.au To plan your trip: Call the Transport Info-Line on 131 500 or visit www.131500.com.au Did you know that you can hire the Auburn, Lidcombe, Newington and Regents Park Community Centres? Please contact Council’s Customer Service Centre on 9735 1222 for further information What’s On What’s On in Auburn GROUP EXHIBITION Spirited Impressions of Historic Rookwood Cemetery AUBURN WELCOMES YOU Wednesday 1 August 2012 2012 MAYORAL ART AND PHOTOGRAPHIC AWARDS EXHIBITION 3 August – 11 August 2012 18 August – 30 September 2012 Auburn Town Hall, 1 Susan Street, Auburn in the Council Foyer/Atrium, Civic Place, 1 Susan Street, Auburn This event welcomes all new residents to our area - particularly new migrants and refugees. The aim is to provide information about Council Services and other local community organisations and community networks available in our area. The event will include information displays from local services as well as information sessions in English, Dari, Arabic and Mandarin. An exhibition of the entries produced in 2012 by artists (aged 16+) living or working in the Auburn Local Government Area (Auburn, Berala, Lidcombe, Newington, Regents Park, Rookwood, Wentworth Point, Silverwater). Check the Council website, Peacock Gallery or at Council libraries for the Art and Photography Prize entry forms. ENTRIES AND APPLICATION FORMS DUE 18-22 JULY 2012 at Auburn Library Topics: Employments Rights, Tenancy Rights and Council Services CHERRY BLOSSOM FESTIVAL 18 August – 26 August 2012 Eight artists respond to the historical significance and beauty of Rookwood Necropolis which is the largest multicultural necropolis in the Southern Hemisphere, in the midst of Auburn Local Government Area. Sydney Olympic Park, Lisa Huelin (2011 winner) Past Winners Exhibition 30 June – 5 August 2012 For more information, contact 9735 1362. An exhibition of selected works that have won the Auburn Mayoral and Photography prize over previous years. Featuring performances, art and garden workshops, and activities for all ages. Cherry Blossom Festival Program coming to Council website soon: www.auburn.nsw.gov.au ART & PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOPS Drawing Workshop DRAWING WITH CHARCOALS Thursday 12 July 2012, 12.30pm-2.30pm (Ages 10+, including adults) FREE Note: for this activity, please bring along an object of personal significance that you would like to draw. Photography Workshop PHOTOJOURNALISM – Documenting the local area and personal stories Saturday 14 July 2012, 12.30pm-2.30pm (Ages 10+, including adults) FREE at the Auburn Botanic Gardens, taking place in the Japanese Gardens and Peacock Gallery Bouquet #6, Benedict Ernst BENEDICT ERNST The Visitors Gift: a contemporary re-imagining of the tale of Sen no Rikyu and the Diamyo 18 August – 30 September 2012 Winner of the Peacock Gallery Residency prize for his sculptural work as part of Hidden: A Rookwood Sculpture Walk 2011, Benedict responds to the Japanese Gardens to create Japanese inspired arrangements using recycled and found materials. HIDDEN: SCULPTURE EXHIBITION 1 September – 14 October 2012 in the Anglican and General section of Rookwood Cemetery, starting at the Northern end of Hawthorne Avenue, Rookwood www.rookwoodcemetery.com.au/hidden-2012 Auburn City Council is pleased to be a partner organisation again in 2012. The Peacock Gallery and Auburn Arts Studio is located at the Auburn Botanic Gardens, Corner of Chiswick & Chisholm Roads, Auburn. General admission and activities are free. The site offers onsite parking and public transport is available from Auburn Train Station. For further information and to register for activities please contact Auburn City Council on 9735 1396 or email [email protected]. The gallery is open Wednesday – Sunday from 12pm-4pm. Please check the Council website at www.auburn.nsw.gov.au to confirm times and for further details.
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