Term 1, 2020BrochureJanuary 29 - March 27

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Welcome to Term 1, 2020Welcome to our new Term 1 brochure, have a flick through and see if something interests you. There’s a selection of locally led classes to enjoy as well as expert sessions, groups, and interesting workshops to liven up your weekends.

Share your passion! If you have a skill or special area of expertise, come and talk to us about how you can share it - we’d love to hear from you and running a class may be easier than you think!

Did you know you can get our brochure online every term? Just let us know or you can go directly to our website, scroll down, and enter your email address in the box provided. Save trees and stay up to date on activities, classes and events.

A little about us: we are a neighbourhood house originally started by the Creswick community in the early 1980s. We are an incorporated, not-for-profit organisation dedicated to community development, education, and training. Governed by a volunteer Committee of Management we are funded in part by The Department of Health & Human Services and partly self-funded.

Talk to us about volunteer opportunities - everything from cleaning, gardening, maintenance, administration, and committee of management - we value your input. Or just drop in for a cup of tea in the sunny kitchen. Kim, Annemarie, Derek, Tim, & our many amazing volunteers

Our CommitteeWe appreciate all our volunteers here at the Centre including our Committee of Management members: Chrissy Austin, Di Oram, Francis Hooper, Gayle Roberts, Ian Kronberger, Jenni Sewell, Kiyoko & Glen Harris, and Trish McMahon.

Creswick Neighbourhood Centre is a not-for-profit organisation governed by a volunteer Committee of Management. Opinions/advice expressed by tutors, trainers, and contractors at the Centre may not reflect those of Staff, Volunteers and Committee of Management.

Incorporation: A0013426B ABN: 72 933 882 251

Postal Address:PO Box 96, Creswick 3363

Cover photo credit: Thanks to local photographer, Jennie Boyd. See more of Jennie’s work at: https://www.facebook.com/Jennieboydphotos/

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Services• Creswick Market the 3rd Saturday of every month• Community Garden• Wholefoods Co-op• Free computer and Internet access• Baby capsule hire• Colour A3 Photocopying and Printing• Meeting, Venue/Room, and Hall Hire• Community facilities• Resume assistance

How to Register for a ClassPhone, email, or drop in to put your name down for a course or workshop and staff will remind you when payment is due one week before the scheduled start date of a class. Refunds are available when the Centre is notified within three working days of the class start date. We now offer pay online with TryBooking for some classes. Please include your phone number and we will confirm with you before the class goes ahead. All classes and workshops at the Centre need a minimum number of students enrolled to commence. Payment plans can be arranged for people who may be experiencing special circumstances and/or require extra time to pay off a course. Class dates and times change from time to time so please make sure you register, and include your phone number if by email, and we will keep you in the loop.

Getting InvolvedThere are lots of opportunities for volunteering at the Centre including: housekeeping, gardening, teaching, committee of management, reception,and more. Talk to us about it - we’d love to work with you.

The Purposes of Our AssociationTo provide education, engagement, and volunteering opportunities to Creswick and its community through the provision of welcoming community spaces for all, provision of life-long learning, and support of community connectedness and participation. To endeavour to address isolation through equity and inclusion. To strengthen community through support of diversity and promotion of participation. To facilitate community development and capacity building by supporting individuals and groups. To promote programs and processes to address locally identified needs. Feedback WelcomeWe welcome your ideas, compliments, and complaints. Whilst we regularly ask for your feedback in classes you attend, and there is a suggestion box in the foyer, we are happy to hear from you in any shape or form including in a message, by mail or email, in person, or anonymously. We have a grievance policy on the notice board and we are always happy to give or forward you a copy. Don’t be shy - help us be the best we can be.

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Young PeopleCreswick Community PlaygroupPlaygroup is a great opportunity to meet other parents and children - socialising is good for kids and their grown-ups! Playgroup happens in the Playscape and in the Hall on wetter days. Wear weather appropriate clothing and footwear.Thursdays from 13 February, 10 - 11.30am In the Natural Playscape & The Hall$2 - Ongoing, just come along

Kids Craft Club Primary aged young people are invited to come along each week and get creative with a range of fun, artistic and craft skills including drawing and textiles. This term we will be making felt necklaces/ bracelets, origami flowers, candle glass jars, mini felt treats, and a tie-dyed t-shirt or socks. You will need to bring along an item to dye and a drink and snack each week. Places are limited and registration is essential. Parents need to organise transport to and from the activity. Thank you to Creswick Pharmacy, Flemos, and Creswick IGA for their ongoing sponsorship. Registrations essential: 5345 2356Fridays from February 14, 4.15 – 5.30pm Maximum fee - $36 + $6 materials 6 Sessions Teacher: Lauren Taylor

An arts program for kidsPrimary school-aged children will learn and practice different styles of art, including (Plein Air) Landscape, Still Life, and (paint-a-mate) Portraiture, using a range of mediums including watercolour and acrylic. We will visit the onsite community garden and talk about how food is grown through the seasons. We will then create a large mural on the CNC water tank on the theme of four seasons in the Community Garden. Families will be invited to see the art work created in the program and the mural at a launch and exhibition at Creswick Market in April. A healthy snack will be provided at each session. Bring a paint smock/shirt. Thanks to Hepburn Shire Council Community Grants Program for subsidising this activity.Thursdays from 20 February 4-6pm, 6 Sessions + Saturdays March 28 & April 4, 11am – 2pm $40Teacher: Di Lehne Assistant: Jacqueline Symens

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Provide FIRST AID Get the skills you may need some day to save a life:• Manage an unconscious casualty• Basic Life Support - DRABCD • Cardiopulmonary resuscitation - adult, child, and infant • Airway obstruction / asthma / anaphylaxis • Wounds, bleeds, and shock management • Communicate details of the incident • Automated External Defibrillation • Legal issues / infection control • Heart attack / stroke • Poisons , bites, and stings • Fractures, dislocations, sprains, strains • Spinal injury / head injury / chest injury / burns • Diabetes / epilepsy / fainting / drowning On successful completion, receive a Statement of Attainment for the nationally accredited course ‘PROVIDE FIRST AID HLTAID003.’ Tuesday 12 May, 10am – 5pm + Pre-course activity book$175 Training Provider: Vic First Aid

Provide CPRStatement of Attainment for the nationally accredited course ‘PROVIDE CPR HLTAID001.’Tuesday 12 May, 10am – 12.30pm $75 Training Provider: Vic First Aid

Work & Life

Early Childhood Music and Movement ClassesExposure to a high quality music program from a young age optimises childhood development. Come along to weekly music sessions.

• Music is a universal source of pleasure, regardless of a person’s age or degree of development. • Every child is born with musical potential and an innate ability to respond to music – this is important to encourage. • Research constantly links the use of music and musical activities to key areas of development in early childhood – physical, cognitive, social-emotional and language development. • Anne is an early-childhood music specialist with over 20 years teaching experience. She is fully endorsed by Hepburn Maternal and Child Health Services

Thursday mornings from 6 February, 9.15-9.45am $104 - 8 Sessions Sibling discount available Places are limited - to book contact Anne Belcher 0400543020 or branchintomusic@gmail.com

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I.T. Help! - One:One Do you need some one-on-one assistance to get your technology problems solved? Assistance is available for most I.T. device including smart phones, tablets, laptops, PCs, and including software and hardware issues. Fridays from 7 February, 45 minute sessions by appointment: 5345 2356 $15 Tutor: Matthew Drysdale

Wordpress WebdesignNeed a website for your business? Older style websites can be clunky and hard to manage. Using Wordpress you can design a simple yet effective website that won’t cost you the earth. With no ‘hard to manage’ back end your website can be anything from 1 page to 55. Basic computer skills are required. Join us for two, two hour group sessions and one half hour 1:1 session Wednesdays from March 4, 6-8.00pm, $100 - 3 sessions Tutor: Clay Ravin

Technology for Home & Business

Mental Health First Aid TrainingLearn about signs and symptoms of mental health problems, how to help and what support is available. Develop new skills and improve your understanding of mental health. Explore how to provide a practical mental health first aid response and where to go for assistance in a mental health crisis. Held over two full days, this heavily subsidised course is a great opportunity for people to learn about Mental Health First Aid. Free resources provided, morning/afternoon tea and lunch included. Please advise us of any dietary requirements when you register.Tuesdays May 19 & 26, 9am – 4.30pm $50 - 2 SessionsPlaces are limited and registrations essential: 5345 2356Facilitator: Brian Dunn, Hepburn Health ServiceTo find out more about the course visit www.mhfa.com.au

Infant and Child First Aid and CPRJoin Linnea Byrne - part of The Parentmedic Movement, in a judgement free and supportive child and breastfeeding friendly environment to learn skills to help a baby or child in a critical emergency situation. Ideal for new parents, grandparents or anyone providing care to babies, infants, and children. This course is non-accredited and there are no exams. It is designed to explore a variety of topics to give you strategies to cope while waiting for expert medical assistance including: CPR and airway management, choking, temperature management, febrile convulsions/seizures, poisoning, rashes, head injuries, allergies and anaphylaxis. Saturday 29 February 10am – 1pm $45Places are limited and bookings are essential: 53452356Parentmedic Educator: Linnea Byrne

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Art Exhibitions

Harvest Market

Harvest Feast

Bush Dance

Live Theatre

Talks & Demo Day

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Interest & Information

A Casket for YouDying is never our favourite topic of discussion, even though it is the most definite. Imagine if you could build and decorate your own casket over two days and have someone help you transport it to your home. In this two day workshop your casket begins as a blank canvass and you get to make it as fun or sombre, bright or calm as you want – whatever matches who you are and what’s important to you in life. Your casket, once made can sit comfortably in your home as a piece of artistic furniture, be used for storage, or as a place for you to stow your funeral wishes and directions such as a list of your favourite flowers and songs. Add a throw rug and a few cushions and it will blend right in – or become a talking point for some honest and heartfelt conversations. Your casket will come in a flat-pack that you can put together with our help and then decorate as artistically or fancifully as you like. You can use photos, paints, textas or whatever takes your fancy. Bring along your lunch, art materials of choice, sense of humour, and favourite hanky. Fee includes casket and transport.Saturday/Sunday 7 & 8 March 2020, 10am – 3pm, 2 Sessions$700 Flat pack casket $195 Class & amenity fee (including delivery)Facilitator: Jennie Barnes – Last Expressions

Introduction to the Share Market for Complete BeginnersThese days you can invest in the Australian share market with as little as $5 and make a trade from your smart phone with just a few clicks. But knowing what to invest in and how to take precautions against risk requires some basic knowledge. This workshop for beginners will introduce you to the basic way that online trading works and how to take your first steps. It will cover how to reduce risk and costs. It is especially suited to young people wanting to build significant wealth for the long term or for older workers looking to create a safety net outside their superannuation. Saturday 14 March, 9.30am -12.30pm $10 Tutor: Patrick Hockey*Disclaimer: The information provided in this course is not intended as legal, financial or in-vestment advice and should not be relied on as such. Before making any commitment of a legal or financial nature you should seek advice from a qualified and registered legal practitioner or financial or investment adviser.

Family History GroupThis friendly group researches family histories on a world-wide scale. You can join this group of enthusiastic people who happily share knowledge and experience to help you discover your ancestors. Many historical records and other resources are available, including Victorian records from 1836. Come along for part of, or the whole session. Each session includes both structured presentations and informal time to conduct your own research. Bring lunch. Wednesdays Ongoing, 10am - 4pm, $20 annual fee + $5 per sessionFacilitator: Adele Morrison

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Basic PhotographyWant to do more with your camera? This series of workshops will help you to understand your camera and what it can do including exposure modes, the basics of aperture, shutter speed, and ISO, cards and file formats and the basics of the exposure triangle. We will cover aperture and shutter speed with relation to depth of field and motion, use the light meter, histograms and feedback from the screen, colour balance and manual mode, and explore subject matter, lenses and perspective. Learn to adjust the depth of field and shutter speeds in relation to the subject as well as looking at light, character direction and colour, and how to see the light source and recognise its quality and relation to subject. Follow up questions invited after each session via email and cheat sheets and suggested web links provided. Bring your camera, charger, and download cord. Class size is a maximum of eight people.Sundays from 1 March, 10am – 12pm, 4 Sessions $120 Photographer: Terry Hope

Advanced PhotographyA continuation in more depth for people who have completed our basic course or for those who are across the basics and want to take a deeper dive. Explore light, analyse paintings and photographs, and discuss composition – the rules and when to break them. Discover the story, directing attention and awareness of relationships between background, foreground and subject. Dive into the great themes - portrait, landscape, photojournalism and still-life. Take a dip into post production - storage and archiving, editing, printing and output, and print houses and book services. Follow up questions invited after each session via email and cheat sheets and suggested web links provided. Bring your camera, charger, and download cord.Sundays TBA, 10am – 12pm, 4 Sessions $120 Photographer: Terry Hope

Life DrawingBeginners and more advanced artists are welcome to come along and draw or paint the human form with inspiration from nude life models in a series of short poses followed by a long pose for a more finished drawing. Tuition and individual assistance can be provided on request. BYO materials. Tuesdays from 28 February, 6 - 8pm $20 per Session - Ongoing Tutor: Selwyn Rodda

Art GroupSit in the sunny hall and listen to relaxing music while you paint to your artistic heart’s content. Bring along your current painting project or begin a new one. This friendly group meets weekly to share their passion for painting and always welcomes newcomers. BYO materials and lunch.Tuesdays from 21 January, 12 – 3pm $5 Per session - Just come alongArtist: Pam Worswick

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Making a Functional Melon BasketLearn how to use natural materials to make a small melon basket using the traditional basketry technique of ribbed construction. We will start by lashing two intersecting hoops together to create a basic framework. As we weave, ribs will be inserted into the lashing to provide structural integrity and strength to the basket. We will create the woven surface using a technique called randing, which is the moving a single weaver inside and outside alternating ribs. Jodie Goldring is a Sculptor and Art Teacher who has a broad range of creative experiences to share. A range of plant material will be provided such as iris, red-hot poker, bulrushes, watsonia and willow. Information about how to collect, dry and prepare your own materials to use at home is included in this workshop. Please bring an apron, scissors, secateurs and some lunch.Saturday February 29, 10am-4pm, $80/$65 Concession + $20 material feeTutor: Jodie Goldring

Making a Sculptural BasketLearn how to use metal mesh or chicken wire to construct a basic form such as a cylinder. We will surround it with silver birch branches or vines which will be lashed to the framework to create a sculptural basket. Lashing is a technique to hold things in place securely, in this case we will use wire to lash natural materials onto the metal framework. These baskets can be used to house a pot plant or for decoration around your home and garden.Jodie Goldring is a Sculptor and Art Teacher who has a broad range of creative experiences to share. Materials will be provided as well as information about how to source and prepare your own materials to use at home. Please bring an apron, gloves, safety glasses, wire cutters (if you have them) and some lunch.Saturday 13 June, 10am-4pm, $80/$65 Concession+ $20 material feeTutor: Jodie Goldring

Making a Willow Bird using Random WeavingThis is an indoor activity where you will learn how to use locally sourced wild willow to make a decorative yet functional garden structure. We will start by familiarising ourselves with bird shapes before making a basic framework from wire that will be temporarily secured to a wooden base. We can then learn the technique of random weaving willow to ‘flesh out’ the bird. For fine features we can random weave the strappy leaves of the local plant lomandra longifolia. Jodie Goldring is a Sculptor and Art Teacher who has a broad range of creative experiences to share. Materials will be provided as well as information about how to source and prepare your own materials to use at home. Please bring an apron, scissors, secateurs and some lunch.Saturday 12 September, 10am-4pm, $80/$65 Concession + $20 material feeTutor: Jodie Goldring

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Kokedama Making WorkshopKokedama is a lovely addition to your home and would make a beautiful personalised gift. Kokedama means ‘moss ball’ in Japanese and is a traditional Japanese art form that uses moss to house a plant and its roots. The plants roots and soil are covered with moss and bound together tightly with twine. The moss retains water and replaces the need for a pot. Learn how to create a Kokedama moss ball, using simple steps and tips to make it easy, as well as how to care for your Kokedama at home. This is a beginners class and no experience is necessary. You don’t need to bring a thing and the end of the class take home two beautiful and decorative plants. Early bookings are essential as materials need to be organised.Sunday 1 March 1pm – 3.30pm $45 + Materials fee $35Tutors: Sharon Joy and Gayle Roberts

Upholster a ChairA fun DIY beginners workshop where you can upholster a dining chair, piano stool, or simple accent chair. Learn skills and upholstering tips including how to re-web, cut and attach foam, and correctly remove and reupholster your piece with new or recycled fabric. Gain an understanding of the tools and skills needed to tackle similar projects at home. Materials supplied include any webbing, foam, and dacron needed as well as tools to use on the day. BYO chair and fabric; however fabric is available for pre-order, let us know if you are interested. Bring along some lunch or visit the historical Glenlyon General Store. Sunday TBC, 11am – 4pm $150+$50 materials feeTeacher: Andy Hemming - The Upholstery House VictoriaVenue: Glenlyon (46km from Creswick)

Blacksmithing - An ancient craftBlacksmithing: The basics & beyondAn introduction followed by technique and further skills development. Blacksmithingis an ancient craft and is now considered a rare trade due to dwindling numbers ofpractitioners. Murray has been a blacksmith since the 1970s, and he is experiencedin forging items such as utility and ornamental items, tools, jewellery, and knives.Learn how to prepare your fire, discuss and view a demonstration of the essentialelements, safety, and how fire levels affect metals. In further sessions you will takepart in various talks such and demonstrations, and hands on skills developmentincluding: forging and hammering techniques, make a fire rake and other smalltools. Wear covered shoes and fire resistant (natural fibre) clothing. Pitched atadults, participants can expect to take home a fire rake, plus other small items iftime permits. Students who have completed the introduction are welcome to join this class on the Sunday.Saturday & Sunday March 28 & 29, 1 - 4.30pm $160 + $20 materials fee Sunday only $80 + $15 materials fee2 Sessions, Blacksmith: Murray Shanaughan

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Hatha Morning Yoga Regular yoga practice improves physical and mental fitness. Yoga postures develop core strength and flexibility and balance the body and mind creating an overall feeling of peace and wellbeing. Students new to yoga or with a pre-existing condition are to advise the yoga teacher on commencement of the class, and check with their GP. Bring a yoga mat, cushion for support, a warm blanket and comfortable clothing. Beginners and experienced students are all welcome.Wednesdays from 5 February 9-10am $96/$80 Conc. - 8 SessionsTutor: Kriya

Hatha Night Yoga Practice weekly Hatha Yoga with an emphasis on core strength, postural alignment and integrating body, mind and spirit. Regular yoga practice improves physical and mental fitness. Yoga postures develop core strength and flexibility and balance the body and mind creating an overall feeling of peace and wellbeing. Students new to yoga or with a pre-existing condition are to advise the yoga teacher on commencement of the class, and check with their GP. Bring a yoga mat, cushion for support, a warm blanket and comfortable clothing. Beginners and experienced students are all welcome.Mondays from 10 February, 6-7pm $72/$60 Concession - 6 SessionsTutor: Irina De Loche

Yoga NidraYoga Nidra is a simple and effective yoga meditation technique usually practiced in a lying down position (Shavasana). It creates a state of deep relaxation of the entire body and mind. The yoga nidra practice involves simple breathing techniques, and the setting of intentions for positive change. Yoga Nidra is a proven tool to help manage anxiety, stress and chronic pain. Bring along a yoga mat, favourite cushion for support, a blanket for warmth and comfortable clothing. Mondays from 10 February, 7.05 - 7.35pm $10/$8 Concession per session6 Sessions - Just go along Tutor: Irina De Loche

Laughter Club – free weekly community workshopJoin us in a safe and friendly environment as we do a range of gentle activities that involve laughter, breathing and relaxation. Even if we are feeling miserable or stressed, we can transform our mood by laughing for no reason: studies show that our brains can’t tell the difference between simulated and real laughter. When we laugh, blood flow increases by around 50% and our immune and nervous systems are stimulated. Children accompanied and supervised by an adult are also welcome.Wednesdays from 12 February 8.15 - 8.45 am- 7 SessionsVenue on registration: 5345 2356 FreeLaughter Leader: Jane Neville

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Change Your Mood – Change Your LifeExplore the transformative benefit of laughter and take that energy to review where you’ve been, where you are and where you want to be in all aspects of your life. This full day workshop, using proven goal setting techniques, focuses on developing a positive and realistic plan for your future and also gives you the option later on to review your progress and address any challenges. All you need to bring along for this workshop is your enthusiasm and some lunch. Jane is an educator and energetic and inclusive presenter who delivers transformative workshops for business and industry and is keen to share her experience within her own community to help improve wellbeing. Saturday 14 March 10am- 4pm $180 Facilitator: Jane Neville

Meditation for Well-Being and RelaxationThis program is suitable for beginners and for those already practising. It will cover a range of techniques, including relaxation, breath and body awareness, mantra and self-inquiry. The benefits of meditation are universal and immense. Research has shown that regular meditation changes the brain in many positive ways and reduces stress. Meditation helps counter anxiety and worrying thoughts, and leads to a clearer, more peaceful mind. “As a long time teacher, I have seen meditation change people’s lives, so come along, join me on this journey and give it a try.” Wednesdays from 26 February, 6-7pm $48 - 4 Sessions Tutor: Robyn Jones

Staying Strong Regular exercise assists avoid diabetes, improves balance, agility, and bone density, increasing joint flexibility, and general fitness for health. This is a fun and friendly class for adult men and women of all ages. Students new to exercise or those with a pre-existing condition are advised to seek advice from their GP before undertaking any new activity. Wear comfortable clothing and bring a drink bottle. Mondays & Wednesdays, 2 - 3pm, Instructor: Roberta Rice $3 per session Ongoing – A joint CNC and U3A partnership activity

Wuji Tai ChiA form of Chinese martial art practiced for its defense training, health benefits, and meditation. The term Tai Chi (Taiji in Mandarin) refers to a philosophy of the forces of yin and yang, related to the moves of Tai Chi which are especially known for being practiced with relatively slow movements. Benefits of practicing Tai Chi include:stress reduction, improved sleep, promotion of weight loss, increased physical function, flexible joint movement, increased range of motion, improved balance, and improved concentration & focusWednesdays TBC, 6.30 - 7.30pm, 6 Sessions $108/72 ConcessionTeacher: Adrian Walker – Wuji School of Tai Chi

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Music & DanceJam Sessions in the HallFriendly, casual jam sessions welcome singers and musicians of all skill levels and musical tastes. Bring your instrument of choice including your voice and join in these free flowing, fun sessions. Audience also welcome. Registration is not necessary – just come along. Visit the facebook group for session updates: Creswick Friday Night Music Jams/FacebookFridays 7-9pm $2 - Ongoing

U3A Ballroom DancingThis happy group of passionate ballroom dancers welcome new people to come along and join our class. We teach a range of styles: Modern - Waltz, Foxtrot, Tango, Quickstep. Latin - Rhumba and Cha Cha. New Vogue/Sequence - Swing Waltz, Merilyn, Dynasty Blues, New Vogue Modern Waltz, Tangoette and many more. A joint U3A and CNC activity.Tuesdays, 9.30am - 11.30am Free for U3A Members $5 per class for non membersTeachers: Elizabeth Howard and Andrew O’Connell

Neighbourhood Centre Ballroom Tea DanceThis happy group of passionate ballroom dancers bring a charming and fun tea dance event to Creswick. Beginners and experienced dancers are welcome to come along and join in an afternoon of new vogue dancing including The Barn Dance, Merilyn, Swing and Parma Waltzes, The Pride of Erin, and more. Enjoy a selection of beautiful nostalgic music from the 1930s - 50s, raffles, prizes, and a delicious high tea. Bring a plate of afternoon tea to share. Saturday 2 May, 2-6pm $10 - includes raffle tickets Facilitated by Elizabeth & Andrew O’ConnellVenue: Creswick Neighbourhood Centre Hall

Neighbourhood Centre Charity Gala BallAll are invited to come along and dance a range of favourite ballroom dances including The Barn Dance, Merilyn, Swing and Parma Waltzes, The Pride of Erin, and more. Supper included. Doors open from 7pm. Funds raised support activities and maintenance in the neighbourhood centre hall.Saturday 19 September 7.30 – 11.30pm $22 includes a raffle ticket and door prize Bookings essentialTickets available online at www.trybooking.com from June 2020Facilitated by Elizabeth & Andrew O’ConnellVenue: Creswick Town Hall

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More than MushroomsJoin us for this meander among the mushrooms of the native and exotic vegetation of the Gong Gong area. Topics covered include: what fungi do in ecosystems, how fungi support the health and resilience of almost every plant species, and what we can do to ensure the future survival of fungi. Participants will learn the basics of fungus identification in the field including the familiar mushrooms but also various other types of fungi. Discover how we differentiate edible and toxic fungi, and why particular fungi grow in association with particular tree species or habitat types. These questions along with your own will be answered during the foray.Be sure to dress warmly as the foray will go ahead regardless of weather. Supplementary notes will be provided.Friday 10 April, 9am - 11.30am (Good Friday) $35 Venue: Meeting point available on registration - GONG GONG area near BallaratPresenter: Field Naturalist - Alison Pouliot

Natural Skin-care ProductsLearn how to make your own skincare products at home from pure and naturalhousehold items. Make a soothing moisturiser, luscious lip balm, and gentle bodyscrub to take home. Save money making your own products or gifts for your familyand be confident of the safe ingredients used. All ingredients and jars are providedas well as recipes so you can make more at home. Bring along an apron or wearold clothes as this is a hands-on class.Saturday 23 May, 12 – 2pm, $35 + $10 Materials fee Tutor: Dora Berenyi

Slow Clothing Sewing Group There is a new/old movement around – the ‘Slow Clothing Movement’. “It is a way of thinking about and choosing clothes to ensure they bring meaning, value and joy to every day” - Jane Milbourne, (sustainability consultant and founder of Textile Beat). This group will explore the concept of slow clothing, sharing how ‘we can do it’ - take control of the ethical and environmental impact of our clothing. Join us in this space to create, learn, share, and explore these concepts in a practical way. Learn how to re-purpose clothing, repair, remake, find new uses, adapt, and salvage. There are several sewing machines available to use, or bring your own. Share your skills or learn a few more. Bring along your ideas and clothing or material for your project and let’s see what we recreate. If you need more information let us know and the tutors will contact you.1st & 3rd Thursday of every month 6.30 - 8.30pmFebruary 6 & 20, March 5 & 19 - $5 per session Facilitator: Trish Stannus

Our Environment

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Make Bees Wax WrapsIn this workshop you will learn the skills required to make bees wax wraps from home as well as making a few on the day to take home. Bees wax wraps are reusable and easily replace plastic cling wrap for wrapping and covering food. Bring along two or three pieces of cotton material cut into 30cm x 30cm squares, other materials provided.Saturday 9 May, 10-11.30am $25 + $10 Materials fee Tutor: Dora Berenyi

An Introduction to How Crystals & Minerals FormEver wondered how those sparkly stones in your jewellery were formed? Have you looked at your favourite crystals and wondered how they came to be that shape and colour? This informal workshop explores the circumstances that lead to the formation of some of the common stones and minerals. A bit of basic geology - study of the earth, will be incorporated to help in understanding how some of these crystals come into being. No prior knowledge is needed, just curiosity and a desire to discover. Tania’s interest in crystals led her to do a Geology degree. Year 12 prospective geology students may also enjoy this workshop. Bring along some lunch and your favourite crystals.Saturday 30 May, 10.30am - 3.30pm $50Tutor: Tania Weymouth B.Sc. (Hons) in Geology

Wool Craft WorkshopBe part of the slow cloth movement and learn the skills and knowledge necessary to prepare raw fleece and manipulate it by hand into single and plyed yarns suitable for hand knitting, crochet, weaving, and felting. With patience, practice, and persistence you will be able to craft your own unique items, limited only by your imagination. Some materials are provided and a simple list of extra things to bring along will be available on enrolment. Spinners also welcome BYO - Spinning wheelSunday TBC, 9.30am – 4.30pm $65 + $25 Materials feeTutor: Sarah Coates

What is Plarning?Join this friendly group who make mats, re-usable bags, and other items from used plastic shopping bags. They begin by making yarn called ‘Plarn’ - plastic yarn. The technique from there is straight forward and practice improves your technique. Mats are distributed through the Soup Bus in Ballarat, to those sleeping rough. Plarn can be used to crochet mats for pets. Plarning helps reduce the amount of plastic which ends up in landfill or in our oceans.Tuesdays, 10.30am - 11.30pm ongoing - just come along FreeFacilitator: Anne Chamberlain

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Chainsaw Operation & MaintenanceLearn from a professional instructor to an industry standard all aspects of chainsaw operation, chainsaw selection, maintenance and cross cut techniques, OH&S, operator safety, maintaining and sharpening your saw, and environmental concerns. For the absolute beginner through to the casual user wishing to upgrade This workshop combines both theory and practical application. Bring along your chainsaw if you have one, lunch, and wear weather appropriate clothing. Participants must wear steel cap boots.Saturday/Sunday 30 TBC, 8.30am – 4.30pm $165

Portuguese KnittingEver wanted to speed up your knitting? Tried Continental and it just doesn’t feel right? Learn the unique style of Portuguese knitting where the wool and needles are held in one hand as with British knitting, so no need to swap hands. No previous experience is required just come along with some cotton yarn and a pair of needles and you will pick it up in no time. Dora will get you started on a reusable cotton dishcloth and it’s so quick and easy to pick up you’ll be well on the way by the end of the class. Wednesday 4 March, 10 – 11.30am $15 Tutor: Dora Berenyi

Creswick Essential Bags Initiative A helping hand for local people

CEBI provides personal care items for community members in need.

Get involved - New and unopened personal care items, (shampoo, soap, deodorant, etc.) can be donated directly to the Neighbourhood Centre or contact us to find out more 5345 2356.

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Transition CreswickRebuilding a sustainable future together. A friendly and passionate, local group affiliated with the world-wide Transition Towns movement. People get together to make positive change at a grass roots level. Aims of the movement include developing diverse responses and projects to address climate change and peak oil: building resilience, self-sufficiency, re-localising economies and fostering creative contentment. Current running and planned projects include Boomerang Bags, ZNET rollout, home energy auditing, LETs trading scheme, community dinners, food & produce swap, and an annual Harvest Festival held in April. If you would like to get involved give us a call. Join our monthly newsletter and become a member.Contact/Find Us: facebook.com/transitiontowncrewick oremail: transitioncreswick@gmail.com. Phone: Tim 0425716544, or Jane 0402811659

Monthly Food & Produce ‘Swap It’ EventTransition Creswick and Creswick Community Garden present a food, produce and seed swap morning. A fun way to share your excess home-grown and homemade produce with others, reduce waste, meet people, exchange ideas. Swap your eggs for some lemons, or your tomato seeds for lettuce seedlings, worm juice for your jam... no money changes hands. Tea, coffee, and Norm’s own wood fired pizza available by donation.The fourth Saturday of every month 9.30 - 11.30amRear of Creswick Neighbourhood Centre Ongoing - just come along.

The CwickTransition Creswick in association with various sustainability minded local groups is putting together a monthly online newsletter called The Cwick. We are looking for people and community groups to contribute stories, event notices, pictures, editorial support, and ideas that help to raise awareness of issues around climate change, the environment, community resilience, food security, lower carbon emission activities, and other similar issues. If you think you might have something to offer, or know someone doing something interesting or innovative in these areas, please get in touch via email at transitioncreswick@gmail.com. Or find us on Facebook: fb.com/transitiontowncreswick

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Make Goats CheeseMake delicious French-farmhouse style goats cheese to take home. The class size is small, and fully hands on. Bring along an apron, 4 litre ice cream container and lunch.Sunday 23 February 2020, 10am - 1.30pm $60 + Materials fee $30Tutor: Nardia Baxter - Goldfields Cheese

Sourdough Bread Making Home bakers can make their own tasty French Farmhouse style loaf. Mix dough, knead, shape, and then bake some lovely fresh loaves. Bring along some lunch, a large bowl, and a jar or container with a large opening to take home your starter; a pen; a tea towel; and of course - your favourite apron.Sunday 29 March, 10am – 2pm $60 + $10 Materials fee Tutor: Robyn Mensch

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Market Dates 2020January 18thFebruary 15th

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Over 90 stalls of fresh local produce, hot food & coffee, cakes art & handmade

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In the GardenCreswick Community GardenMeet to share skills and experiences growing food in the shared community garden. The garden provides an opportunity to learn about propagation, planting out, and looking after your crop. If you plan your garden right, you can enjoy the fruits of your labour without having to spend hours tending it. Maintain a community bed, or just come down to discuss and learn. Worm and composting workshops are held the third Saturday of every month at Creswick Market from 10.30am. Monthly produce swap meets are held in partnership with the Transitions Creswick Group every 4th Saturday of every month at 9.30am. 8am Saturday mornings and other days by arrangement $10 per termCommunity Garden Guru: Norm Beshara

Edible Wild Plants WalkEnjoy a leisurely stroll through the back streets, lanes, and gardens of Creswick in search of edible wild plants. You might be surprised to discover edible and tasty plants growing right under your feet that in the past you have destroyed or ignored. Discuss the culinary and medicinal uses of a variety of wild plants or weeds and get tips on where to look to find them all year round as well as learning about which ones to avoid. Once you’ve collected a variety of wild plants enjoy a demonstration and tasting of how these plants can be used in your kitchen. Bring along lunch.Sunday June 14,10am – 2pm, $55 Bookings essentialTutor: Alexis Pitsopoulos

Creswick WholefoodsBe part of something whole...

• Fresh, whole & organic produce• Locally sourced products• Seasonal vegie boxes• Intentionally plastic free• Buy a little/buy a lot• Community led initiative

Thursdays 9.30 - 11.30am & 4.30 - 6.30pm Saturdays 9.30am – 11.30pm/Market Day 1-3pmLocated at the rear of the neighbourhood centrecreswickwholefoods@gmail.comFind us on facebook: facebook.com/creswickwholefoodscollective

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bendigobank.com.au

Creswick & District Community Bank® Branch

Making great things happen.When you bank with Creswick & District Community Bank® Branch great things happen in your community.

Local projects find funding. Local clubs find sponsorship. Local schools benefit.

And, you can access a suite of financial services rivalling any bank in the country.

So, if you’re not banking with us already, drop by and be part of something bigger.

Drop into your nearest branch at 1 Raglan Street, Creswick or phone 5345 1233 to find out more.

Bendigo and Adelaide Bank Limited, ABN 11 068 049 178 AFSL/ Australian Credit Licence 237879. S53092-3 (384118_v2) (25/01/2018)

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Creswick Neighbourhood Centre19-21 Victoria Street, Creswick

Monday - Friday9.30am - 4.30pm

info@creswicknc.org.aucreswicknc.org.au

(03) 5345 2356