DIGITAL ESSENTIALS, 10 WEEK COURSE
When: Wednesdays, 10:00pm – 12:00pm
Where: St Kilda Library Community Room, 150 Carlisle St, St Kilda
When: Wednesdays, 1:00pm – 3:00pm
Where: Alma Road Community House, 200 Alma Rd, St Kilda East
Bookings Essential: phone us on 9525 8746 to reserve your spot.
Digital Essentials Level 1 is a 10 week course designed to help learners understand the basics of various areas of technology, including different digital devices, and the ways people can use these devices to connect with others and access services over the Internet.
This program is suited to learners who have very limited or no experience with computers and devices.
What you will learn:
- Using a smartphone
- Using SMS
- Connecting and working safely
- Navigating the internet
- Using email
For eligibility and further information please call (03) 9525 8746 or click the button below:
WORK THIS WAY EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM
When:Tuesdays 6 August to 10 September
Tuesdays, 10:00am – 12:30pm
Where: Christ Church Community Centre, 14 Acland St, St Kilda
Enrolment Essential: phone: (03) 9525 8746 to enroll – no cost.
Eligibility criteria applies
Under the expert guidance of the OzHarvest Nutrition, Education & Skills Training (NEST) team, learn about:
- Nutrition
- How to cook easy and healthy recipes
- Store food safely
- Plan meals and reduce waste
- Save money on your food budget
Following this program, there will be an opportunity to gain a Certificate in Safe Food Handling and support to find work experience or a job.
For eligibility and further information please call (03) 9525 8746 or click the button below:
WORK THIS WAY EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM
When:14 August – 2 October
Wednesdays 1:00pm – 3:30pm
Where: Christ Church Community Centre, 14 Acland St, St Kilda
Enrolment Essential: phone: (03) 9525 8746 to enroll – no cost. Eligibility criteria applies
Learn skills in gardening, including:
- home composting,
- mulching techniques,
- organic pest control,
- growing plants in raised garden beds and pots,
- irrigation
- sustainability practices,
operating gardening equipment and - garden and lawn maintenance.
Practice your skills through work experience, with the opportunity to gain relevant certificates and potential to start a new job
For eligibility and further information please call (03) 9525 8746 or click the button below:
WILD AT HEART MUSIC COURSE
When: Starting 17 July
Wednesdays, 11:00am – 5:00pm
Where: Sol Green Community Centre, cnr Coventry & Montague Sts, South Melbourne
Enrolment Essential: Contact Wild at Heart on
0402 812 428 to enquire and register
Develop your musical, songwriting, recording and performing skills at these group classes in South Melbourne. Great opportunity to connect with other musicians and have fun playing the instruments you love.
What you will learn:
- Songwriting
- Recording
- Playing with others
- Performance
- In past years groups have gone onto perform live gigs.
Contact Wild at Heart to join 0402 812 428
ART CLASSES
When: Starting 18 July
Thursdays, 10:00am – 12:00pm or 1:00pm – 3:00pm
Where: Alma Road Community House, 200 Alma Rd, St Kilda East
Bookings Essential: phone us on (03) 9525 8746 to reserve your spot.
Cost: $50 per term
Bring out your inner creativity! Create different forms of art by mastering different techniques in painting, mosaic and more. No prior art experience necessary.
What you will learn:
- Develop techniques in drawing, mosaics, painting, lino-cut, mixed media.
- Create your own artwork.
- Display your work.
- Learn about the visual arts industry.
For eligibility and further information please call (03) 9525 8746 or click the button below:
FAMILY IN FOCUS
When: Terms 3 – dates to be confirmed
Where: PPCG, 161 Chapel St, St Kilda & Christ Church Community Centre, 14 Acland St, St Kilda
Bookings Essential: phone us on 9525 8746 to reserve your spot.
Family in Focus is a free course is for parents who want to build on knowledge, and explore new skills that they can pass this on to their children. It is a series of 5 introductory workshops, with the opportunity to continue exploring areas of interest.
What you will learn:
- Money-wise tips for you and your children
- Going online for school and community connection
- Building resilience in yourself and your children
- Tips for positive parenting
- Cooking for a healthy family.
For eligibility and further information please call (03) 9525 8746
Whilst face to face classes were on hold, our team put together some online resources for you to engage with. These short videos cover financial topics as well as health and wellbeing through COVID-19.
Topics:
- Managing your energy bills;
- Mental wellbeing and COVID-19;
- Dealing with debt;
- Borrowing money.
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Recreational Activities
When: Tuesdays, 2:30 – 3.30pm
Where: PCYC, 79 Inkerman Street, St Kilda
Cost: $50 per semester
Kickstart your health and wellbeing and meet some new people along the way. Classes are run in a welcoming and non-judgmental space, and all levels are encouraged!
To join, please download and fill in the information form (at link below) and email it to arch-support@ppcg.org.au or call (03) 9525 8746
When: Saturdays, every 5-6 weeks (all day activity)
Next Session: 14 September, 2024
Where: Arthur’s Seat
Cost: $6.00, bookings are essential
Connect with nature and other people in your community on our much loved bushwalks. It’s a wonderful opportunity to take a breath from the pace of the city and to do something positive for your physical and mental wellbeing.
Walks are easy grade and lunch is provided.
For eligibility and further information please call (03) 9525 8746 or click the button below:
Upcoming 2024 Bushwalks:
- 26 Oct – Sugarloaf Reservoir
- 14 Dec – Olinda/Sherbrook
NB. The dates and locations are subject to change in accordance to weather conditions.
When: First Wednesday of the month, 10:30am – 12:00pm
Next Session: 2 October, 2024
Where: Kerferd Rd Pier, Albert Park
Cost: Free, bookings are essential
What could be better than casting a line and relaxing by the bay with new friends? Whether you are new to fishing or an experienced angler, the wonderful crew at Fishcare will make you feel welcome. This is an all abilities activity and equipment is provided, so come along and join the fun!
For eligibility and further information please call (03) 9525 8746 or click the button below:
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ALMA ROAD COMMUNITY HOUSE
When: Fridays, 10:00am – 12:00pm
Where: Alma Road Community House, 200 Alma Rd, St Kilda East
Cost: Free
Looking for an easy easy way to connect in your neighbourhood?
Drop in for a cuppa and a chat – Drinks and snacks provided.
Everyone welcome!
For more information, email:
arch-support@ppcg.org.au or call (03) 9525 8746
When: Mondays, 6:45pm – 9:30pm & Thursdays, 7:15pm – 10.00pm (during the school term)
Where: Alma Road Community House, 200 Alma Rd, St Kilda East
Cost: Small fees apply
Whether you are new to the game or a chess master, this is a great opportunity to improve your game, stimulate your mind and connect with other people. Join for games, tournaments and more.
For more information, visit:
W: stkildachess.org.au
When: First Saturday of the month, 10:30am – 12:30pm
Where: Alma Road Community House, 200 Alma Rd, St Kilda East
Cost: Free
The Autistic Book Club celebrates and supports the Autistic community and culture. You don’t need to have read the book of the month to attend. The book club welcomes Autistic members who are NB, women or LGBTQIA+.
All meetings and membership are free.
To join head to the Meetup page
When: Saturdays, 4:00pm – 5:30pm – Check meeting lists here
Where: Alma Road Community House, 200 Alma Rd, St Kilda East
Cost: Voluntary donation
A twelve step program for people struggling with co-dependency. Gather together to support and share with each other in a journey of self-discovery.
For more information, contact:
E: codastkilda@gmail.com
W: codependentsanonymous.org.au/
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