Term 4 2014 26 Mahogany Avenue Frankston North 3200 Ph: (03) 9786 1445 (03) 9773 5804 Fax: (03) 9773 6757 [email protected] www.mahogany.org.au ● Information & Services ● Recreation ● Music & Dance ● Art & Craft ● Senior Citizens ● Children’s & Family Activities Coordinator ● Youth Activities Jenni Sheedy ● Computers & Internet ● Skills Development ● Community Activities & Events ● Support ● Health & Wellbeing ● Venue Hire Office Hours Office Hours Monday to Thursday: Monday to Thursday: 9.00am-4.30pm 9.00am-4.30pm Friday: Friday: 9.00am-2.30pm 9.00am-2.30pm School Holiday Office Hours School Holiday Office Hours Tuesday to Thursday: Tuesday to Thursday: 10.00am-3.00pm 10.00am-2.30pm Many groups & activities continue Manyasgroups activities continue as usual -&contact leaders/ usual Contact leaders/facilitators for facilitators for details details Note: Office hours and classes & activities are subject to change Note: Opening hours and classes/ activities arewithout subject notice to change without Melway Ref: 99 J8 ABN 88 087 475 489 Information Enrolments All activities/programs require a completed enrolment form prior to comencement. Fees Activity/program fees are payable prior to commencement. GST will be charged where applicable. All fees are kept to a minimum. We do not want people to feel excluded because of financial difficulties. If the cost is a problem please speak to the Coordinator to discuss other alternatives (confidentiality is assured at all times. Payments Payments can be made in person during office hours or directly to the activity/ program facilitator or nominated representative. We also accept credit card payments by phone and direct bank deposit. Cancellations If we need to cancel an activity/program we will notify you as soon as possible. Please advise Reception on 9786 1445 or the activity/program facilitator or nominated representative if you need to cancel. Refunds Refunds will be considered if a minimum of 7 days notice is given prior to commencement of the activity/program. An administration charge of $5 will apply. Payment will be refunded in full if a activity/program is cancelled by us. Waiting List Leave your details to be notified when a activity/program is starting or a vacancy occurs. Please feel free to speak to the Coordinator regarding any suggestions, recommendations, concerns or grievances Services • Drop In - enjoy a cuppa & chat in our lounge • Information & Referrals • Printing - Black A4 - Colour A4 • $0.20 per page $0.50 per page Photocopying - A4 (single side) - A4 (double sided) - A3 • Laminating - Card - A4 - A3 • $0.90 each $1.60 each $3.00 each Fax (sending) - Local - STD - Extra Pages • $0.20 per page $0.30 per page $0.40 per page $1.00 first page $2.00 first page $0.50 each Fax (receiving) Page 2 $0.20 per page Recreation It's Your Word Against Mine Scrabble Club Tuesdays 12.00noon-4.00pm Enjoy working your brain and meeting people? Come & join our Scrabble club! We cater for players of all abilities and new players are always welcome. Cost: $4.00 per session Mahogany Indoor Bowls Club Wednesdays 10.00am-1.30pm Enjoy indoor carpet bowls in the Jack Verity Hall with a social group of men and women. Members compete in mixed teams of players. The principle aim of the game is the same as all other bowls disciplines: to deliver your bowl closer to the jack than your opponent. Cost: $4.00 per week Contact: Phyllis 9786 9920 Friendly Card Player Group - 500 Wednesdays 7.30pm-10.30pm in the Hall No gambling, no joining fee, free tea and coffee. Join us to have fun! Cost: $3.00 per week MCOFFEES Social Group 1st Friday of each month 11.30am-1.30pm Mahogany Centre Over Fifty Fives Entertainment Eating & Socializing Social and recreational group with fun, friendship and light lunch for men & women 55+ Cost: $4.00 per person Phone: 9786 1445 Mahogany Neighbourhood Centre acknowledges the support of the Victorian Government and Frankston City Council Page 3 Music & Dance The People Place Music Club 3rd Sunday of each month 1.00pm-4.00pm Spot acts, no booking needed, just bring your guitar, another instrument or voice and show up to the place with the most friendliest and relaxed atmosphere around. Everyone, including audience members, is made to feel special and welcome here. Cost: $5.00 per person Contact: Jamez 0437 665 328 Mahogany Bluegrass Music Club 1st Sunday of each month 1.30pm-4.30pm at Dromana Community Hall Cnr. Hodginson Street & Verdon Street, Dromana Bring your preferred Bluegrass instrument and be a part of the Mahogany Bluegrass group. Learn new songs to sing and play, practice with us, or just watch if you can stand not participating in this fun monthly event. Cost: $5.00 per person Contact: Jamez 0437 665 328 Mahoguitar Mountain Music Guitar Lessons Tuesdays 5.00pm-6.00pm (beginners) Tuesdays 6.00pm-7.00pm (intermediate) Acoustic Guitar lessons in the Mahogany Green Room. You must bring your own acoustic guitar and music stand. Practice at home is required. Cost: $80.00 term fee Contact: Jamez 0437 665 328 or [email protected] Extreme Dance Factory Wednesday & Thursday evenings in the Hall Classes in Tap, Ballet, Jazz and Hip Hop for all ages from 4 to 99. No term fees - pay as you come. No weekend classes. No costume making or buying. Contact: Debbie 0411 036 043 or email [email protected] Page 4 Art & Craft The Mahogany Quilters - Patchwork Classes Facilitator: Cheryl Billing Smith Fridays 10.00am-12.00noon The Mahogany Quilters aim to foster and promote an interest in patchwork and quilting while supporting and encouraging the get-together of like minded people to share their love of the craft, learn new skills and develop new friendships. First class FREE! Cost: $15.00 per class plus materials Contact: Cheryl 0417 124 881 $5 discount if attending both Patchwork and Learn to Sew classes Learn to Sew Facilitator: Cheryl Billing Smith Fridays 12.30pm-2.30pm Would you like to learn to sew, use a sewing machine and make some practical things for you and your family? We will start you off with simple, practical, easy projects and show you how to use a sewing machine, how to read a pattern, and how to sew a straight seam. Patterns will be provided. First class FREE! Cost: $15.00 per class plus materials Contact: Cheryl 0417 124 881 Senior Citizens Seniors Festival 2014 MCCOFFEES Frankston Laughter Club Friday 3 October Wednesday 22 October 11.00am-1.00pm 1.45pm-2.30pm Cost: $4.00 Cost: $2.00 Bookings: 9786 1445 Frankston North Senior Citizens Mondays 10.00am-2.00pm Cards and games. Contact: Gwen 9786 3859 Page 5 Children’s & Family Activities Take-A-Break Occasional Childcare (Licensed Children’s Service) Weekdays 9.30am-12.30pm (bookings essential) Open age childcare sessions with a program specifically designed each week to teach new skills and further develop existing skills in an interesting fun and social setting for children. Sessions are staffed by experienced and qualified childcare workers. Cost: $18.00 per session (one child) ($6.00 discount for each additional child from the same family) ‘KID’elicious Fun Friday 3 October 10.00am-1.00pm Children’s activity day for 3-7 year olds. Come and join in the fun of a play day followed by a healthy lunch at Mahogany Neighbourhood Centre these school holidays. Children must have adult/guardian supervision during the session. Lunch will be provided - please inform us if your child has any special dietary requirements. Bookings: 9786 1445 Cost: $5.00 per family Kinderballet Thursday 9:45am-10:30am - 3½ to 5 year olds (Tots) Thursday 10:35am-11:05am - 2 to 3½ year olds (Mummy & Me) A fun introduction to classical ballet for pre-schoolers. • fun and imaginative programs • themed classes • friendly, low-key environment • no uniforms/costumes to make or buy • limited class sizes and affordably priced • no big concerts See www.kinderballet.com.au for more details. Contact: 1300 606 949 Page 6 HIPPY Frankston North Would you like to be more involved in your children's learning and prepare them for a confident start to school? The Home Interaction Program for Parents and Youngsters (HIPPY) is a two-year home-based learning program for parents and carers of four and five year old children. It is FREE for participating families as it is funded by the Australian Government. If you live in Frankston North, Belvedere or Karingal and have a child who will be starting Prep in 2016, please contact Louise Mackinnon on 0429 861 118 to find out more. Youth Activities The Hangout - Frankston North Be part of something awesome and get involved with Frankston North Hangout at Mahogany Integrated Services Hub. Mondays 3.30pm-5.30pm: Primas Club (Grades 5-6) Tuesdays 3.15pm-5.30pm: Drop In (Years 7-12) Wednesdays 3.15pm-5.30pm: Textas (Years 7-12) Thursdays 3.15pm-5.30pm: Life Skills (Years 7-12) Fridays 3.15pm-5.30pm: G.O.L.F. (Years 7-12) Contact Anne on 0437 126 002 or Tom on 0488 591 855 Website: www.frankston.vic.gov.au/youth Facebook: www.facebook.com/TheHangouts-Frankston Detour at Mahogany Integrated Services Hub Melbourne City Mission's Detour service works with young people aged 12–24 who are dealing with problems at home and feel they need to move out or who have recently left home and are having trouble finding a secure place to live. Contact: 1800 338 687 (free from a landline) Available Mon–Fri 9.00am-8.00pm, Sat–Sun 10.00am–6.00pm Facebook: www.facebook.com/detourprogram Twitter: www.twitter.com/detourprogram Page 7 Skills Development Short & Sweet Creative Writing Facilitator: Alex Ruschanow 2nd & 4th Wednesdays of the month 10.00am-12.00noon Participants are encouraged and prompted to write a short piece, then to read it out and share input and ideas with each other. Cost: $5.00 per class Bookings: 9786 1445 or [email protected] Community Kitchens Tuesdays 12.00pm-2.30pm: Kitchen Wizards Cost: $7.50 (includes all ingredients) Phone: 9786 1445 for more information DIY for Women at Pines Community Men’s Shed Saturdays 10.00am-3.00pm • Learn how to use power tools • Learn woodworking and basic carpentry skills, using a lathe, bandsaw, etc. • DIY woodworking projects Cost: $10.00 per session For bookings or more information contact Rick on 9786 1008 or 0458 382 512 or email [email protected] Community Activities & Events Tax Help Mon, Tue & Fri 10.00am-3.00pm by appointment ends 31 October Tax Help is a network of community volunteers and community centres who provide a free and confidential service to help people complete their tax returns during tax time. Volunteers are fully trained, accredited and supported by the Australian Taxation Office (ATO). Tax Help is suitable for people earning around $50,000 or less a year with fairly straightforward tax affairs. To book an appointment phone: 9786 1445 Page 8 Free Christmas Lunch Thursday 25 December 2014 City Life will be providing a free Christmas Lunch at Mahogany Neighbourhood Centre again this year. Phone: 9770 0660 or email [email protected] Support Counselling One hour sessions by appointment When the pressures of life appear overwhelming and hope seems difficult to maintain, there’s always a listening ear and an uplifting spirit to assist you in finding your way. Come along and release your burdens in a confidential, peaceful & supportive environment. Anxiety & grief counselling a specialty. Cost: $35.00 per session (or $25.00 with concession card) Contact: Sandra 0407 337 232 Narcotics Anonymous Wednesdays 12.30pm-2.00pm in the Annex NA is a fellowship of men and women who desire freedom from all addiction. We come together to share our experience, strength and hope. All are welcome. Contact: 9525 2833 AA Big Book Study Group Mondays 7.30pm-10.00pm in the Annex Alcoholics Anonymous Thursdays 7.30pm-10.00pm in the main building AA is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism. Information: 9429 1833 Page 9 Health & Wellbeing Frankston Laughter Club Facilitated by trained Laughter Leaders Wednesdays 1.45pm-2.30pm Experience the fun of a laughter session! Share laughter with people who want to laugh for no reason and gain the health benefits of laughter with tension releasing exercises, gentle breathing, stretching and relaxation. Sessions are suitable for everyone of any age and ability. Stay for a cuppa afterwards. Cost: $2.00 admission Contact: 9786 1445 or [email protected] John’s Fitness Class Facilitator: John Sinclair Mondays 1.00pm-2.30pm in the Annex Groove yourself into shape with John. Feel the music and let loose. Exercises, Zumba, stretch, resistance training and relaxation. Cost: $6.00 per class For more details phone: 9786 1445 Agestrong Monday & Thursday mornings in the Annex Agestrong is designed with safety in mind and is suitable for men and women between 60-90 years of age, active or inactive, recovering after illness or with chronic health conditions. Courses include Introductory Agestrong, Self Management, Gentle Exercise & Independent Exercise. Doctor’s consent is required. Cost: $4.50 per session For more details or to register phone: 1300 665 781 Stronger With Age Mondays & Thursdays 3.00pm-4.00pm An exercise and social group for people who have completed the Agestrong courses. Cost: $4.00 per session Contact: Thelma 9786 6536 Page 10 Tai Chi Tutor: Zandra Daniels Tuesdays 9.30am-10.30am in the Hall Tai Chi is something people of any age can learn. The movements are slow & gentle, and you can work at your own level. Many older people can do Tai Chi even with arthritis. Participants must be members of U3A Frankston. For more information contact U3A on 9770 1042 or email [email protected] New Horizons Women’s Group Thursdays 12.30pm-3.30pm New Horizons is a group for women in their 40’s, 50’s & 60’s where members focus on maintaining a positive lifestyle for women in our community. We have an emphasis on relaxation, socialization, support and fun in a friendly relaxed atmosphere and strive to gain enjoyment in life, promoting wellness, self esteem and a positive future. Cost: $4.00 per week Contact: Toni 9786 8082 Who Am I? Finding Your Authentic Self Through the Arts Facilitator: Sandra Garnier Fridays 10.00am-12.30pm in the Annex (start date to be advised) This is a 4 week course for women aged 25-60 in personal development using the arts (drawing, collage, sculpture, movement and role play/drama) as a means of inquiry into the question of “Who am I?” The course is hands on and consists of a personal journey of discovery, aided by friendship with other members of the group. Topics covered are: • Self care • Emotions - how they can aid your journey through life • Identify personal strengths and goals • Identify your authentic self & find your unique path through life Cost: $60.00 course fee or $15.00 per session (includes all materials & supplies) Contact: Sandra 0407 337 232 Page 11 Venue Hire • • • • • • • Meeting Rooms (up to 25 people) for meetings or training sessions Consulting Room (1 to 4 people) for interviews, counselling, meetings Lounge Area (up to 30 people) for meetings or forums Annex (up to 50 people) for meetings, training, groups, parties, family events Hall with Stage (seats 200) for weddings, parties, workshops, seminars Kitchen (semi-commercial) bring your own cooking utensils and equipment Computer Room 10 computers with Windows 7, Office 2010 and high speed internet For rates and availability phone Lindsay on 9786 1445 Permanent & casual hirers welcome Computers & Internet Public Internet Access @ Mahogany Mon to Thu 9.00am-4.15pm, Fri 9.00am-2.15pm (Tue to Thu 10.00am-2.45pm during school holidays) 60 minutes: $2.00 30 minutes: $1.00 15 minutes: $0.50 To book a computer phone 9786 1445 Bring a USB flash drive if you need to save information. Printing is available: 20c per black & white A4 page 50c per colour A4 page This project/activity received funding from the Australian Government Page 12
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