Forget Me Not cafe
Carers and loved ones living with dementia in rural Casey are invited to connect over music, morning tea and gentle activities. Held at Blind Bight Community Centre, this welcoming event introduces the bi-monthly program by Koo Wee Rup Regional Health Service. Morning tea included.
– Thursday 9 October 10am-12pm at Blind Bight Community Centre, 42 Anchorage Drive, Blind Bight; free event. Details: casey.vic.gov.au/ageing-positively-festival
Casey Pacers walking group
Relaxed, self-paced walk around the outside of Fountain Gate Shopping Centre. Meet outside Casey ARC, 10 Patrick Northeast Drive, Narre Warren.
– Thursday 9 October 10.30am-11.30am; free event. Details: casey.vic.gov.au/ageing-positively-festival
Myuna Farm walks
Join us for a walk around the Myuna Farm wetlands this Walktober. Free admission to Myuna Farm is included with your ticket.
– Thursdays during October 11am-12pm at Myuna Farm, 182 Kidds Road, Doveton; free event
Student-seniors exchange
An afternoon of connection between seniors and students from Cranbourne West Secondary College. Share skills like knitting or playing the ukulele. Swap stories, and enjoy refreshments.
– Thursday 9 October 12pm-2pm at Cranbourne West Community Hub, 4 Flicka Boulevard, Cranbourne West; free event. Details: casey.vic.gov.au/ageing-positively-festival
Active mat Pilates
A light-paced session for older adults with warm-up, simple exercises using weights or bands, and a relaxing cool down.
– Friday 10 October 8.20am-9.10am at Casey ARC, 10 Patrick Northeast Drive, Narre Warren; free event. Details: casey.vic.gov.au/ageing-positively-festival
U3A open day
Meet our talented tutors and group members as they showcase their skills and lead engaging activities. Light refreshments available.
– Friday 10 October 10am-1pm at 20-22 Bowen Street, Cranbourne; free event. Details: casey.vic.gov.au/ageing-positively-festival
Spring Plant Sale
A large variety of Australian native plants will be available. A plant list will be available on our website approximately a week before the sale. EFTPOS is available. Hosted by the Growing Friends group of the Cranbourne Friends of the Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria.
– Saturday 11 October and Sunday 12 October, 10am-4pm at Royal Botanic Garden Victoria – Cranbourne, cnr Ballarto Road and Botanic Drive, Cranbourne (near the kiosk at the northern end of the Australian Garden).
Yarn-making mandalas
Create vibrant Mandala designs using hula hoops and colourful yarn in this intergenerational activity. Kinders, schools, and aged care groups are invited to connect through storytelling, relaxation, and shared creativity. Finished artworks will be displayed across participating venues.
– Saturday 11 October 10am-1pm at Akoonah Park, 2 Cardinia Street, Berwick; free event. Details: casey.vic.gov.au/ageing-positively-festival
Work ready skills
Free two-hour session to help you prepare for the workplace and thrive in your career. Learn to succeed in job interviews, build confidence and resilience, create a positive workplace, tackle bullying, set a growth mindset and change workplace culture for the better. Guest presenter is corporate consultant, CEO and author Dr Jamel Kaur Singh.
– Saturday 11 October, 5pm-7pm at House of Refuge, 25 Melverton Drive Hallam. Bookings: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/work-ready-skills-cq-tickets-1740583033709?aff=oddtdtcreator Details: 0426 254 647 or info@CulturalEducation.com.au
Diwali festival
Enjoy a day of shared sweets, delicious food, and vibrant performances including folk dance and Punjabi Bhangra.
– Sunday 12 October 11am-3pm at 25 Boland Drive, Lyndhurst; free event. Details: casey.vic.gov.au/ageing-positively-festival
Baby and kids market
Bumble Bee Baby and Children’s Markets hosts up to 65 stalls with bargains on new, handmade and preloved baby and children’s goods for all ages. Coffee van on hand.
– Sunday 12 October, 9am-12pm at Berwick Fields Primary School 35 Gwendoline Drive; $2 adults, children under 12 free. Free parking. Details: info@thebumblebees.com.au, 0410 043 549 or thebumblebees.com.au
Community dance
Bringing together people of all ages and nationalities from across our community. Everyone is welcome.
– Sunday 12 October 1pm-5pm at Cranbourne Senior Citizens Club, 1 Codrington Street, Cranbourne; free event. Details: casey.vic.gov.au/ageing-positively-festival
Live at Home for Longer morning tea
Join Latrobe Community Health’s presentation to learn about retirement, super, pension eligibility and housing options while enjoying a relaxed high tea.
– Monday 13 October 10.30am-12pm at Balla Balla Community Centre; free event. Bookings essential at balla.balla.com.au or 5990 0900.
Recycling tour
Come and visit the new Recycling Education Centre based at Cleanaway in Hallam. Learn what happens to your recycling once it leaves the kerb, and what goes into which bins at home. No parking at the site, shuttle bus running from Hallam Senior Citizens Centre.
– Monday 13 October 10am-1pm at Cleanaway Education Centre, 2 Princes Domain Drive, Hallam. Free event, bookings essential. Details: casey.vic.gov.au/ageing-positively-festival
Record your family history
In this one hour workshop Nina will take you through what to include, why your life story and family history matters, the legacy of recording your story, in your voice for the people who love you. Every participant comes away with enough information to get started on a do-it-yourself family recording project.
– Monday 13 October 11am-12pm at Cranbourne Library, 65 Berwick-Cranbourne Road, Cranbourne East; free event. Bookings essential. Details: casey.vic.gov.au/ageing-positively-festival
Walking group
A relaxed, self-paced walk indoors, and a great way to stay active and social – rain or shine!
– Tuesday 14 October, 7.45am-8.45am at Endeavour Hills Shopping Centre, Matthew Flinders Avenue, Endeavour Hills (meet at Kmart entrance); free event. Details: casey.vic.gov.au/ageing-positively-festival
Family history group
Narre Warren & District Family History Group general meeting. Our librarian and research officer will be demonstrating how to use TinyCat to find books and magazines and Victorian collections for everything else in the Lorraine Taylor Research Room. All welcome.
– Wednesday, 15 October 7.30pm at 110 High Street Berwick; $5. Details: Jane 0412 084 671 or president@nwfhg.org.au
Creative mosaics
Create a beautiful mosaic tile for your home or garden over a three-week period. Learn essential techniques including design, glass cutting, tiling, and grouting. Participants must attend all three sessions.
– Wednesdays 15, 22 and 29 October, 9.30am-12pm at Endeavour Hills Neighbourhood Centre, 10 Raymond McMahon Boulevard, Endeavour Hills; free event. Bookings at casey.vic.gov.au/ageing-positively-festival
Country western
Marcia Rae will perform your favourite country western hits, accompanied by a light lunch and plenty of fun.
– Wednesday 15 October 11.30am-2pm at Narre Warren Seniors, 192-196 Centre Road, Narre Warren; $5. Details: casey.vic.gov.au/ageing-positively-festival
Bridge club
Berwick Bridge Club is offering a free introduction to bridge.
– Wednesday 15 October 1pm-3pm and 22 October 1pm-3pm at Brentwood Park Neighbourhood House, 21a Bemersyde Drive, Berwick; free event. Details: Maree Thorpe, 9702 2348 or admin@bridgevictoria.au
Slot-car racing
Relive childhood memories, share laughs, and enjoy the thrill of the track with fellow enthusiasts.
– Thursday 16 October, 10am-12pm at Mr Slot Car, 3/42-46 Hallam South Road, Hallam; free event. Details: casey.vic.gov.au/ageing-positively-festival
Waste tour
Ever wondered what happens to your waste after it leaves the kerb? Join us for a guided bus tour from Bunjil Place to key facilities including a composting facility, closed landfill, general waste processor, and recycling education centre.
– Thursday 16 October 9am-4.30pm at Bunjil Place, 2 Patrick Northeast Drive, Narre Warren; free. Details: casey.vic.gov.au/ageing-positively-festival
Park history tour
Aboard a comfortable, accessible shuttle, you can explore the beauty and history of Wilson Botanic Park with a knowledgeable guide. Tea, coffee, biscuits after the tour.
– Thursday 16 October 10.30am-11.30am at Wilson Botanic Park, 668 Princes Highway, Berwick; free event. Details: casey.vic.gov.au/ageing-positively-festival
Intro to chess
Perfect for beginners or those wanting to refresh their skills. No experience required. Morning tea provided.
– Thursday 16 October 11am-1pm at AVEO Botanic Gardens Retirement Village, 41 Craig Road, Junction Village; free event. Details: casey.vic.gov.au/ageing-positively-festival
Light-paced dance
Move to the music at your own pace in this light and social dance session. Morning tea provided.
– Thursday 16 October 12pm-12.45pm at Casey Stadium, 65 Berwick-Cranbourne Road, Cranbourne East; free event. Details: casey.vic.gov.au/ageing-positively-festival
Music for young and old
Live music featuring rising stars from Louise Berkelmans Vocal Performance School and the seasoned sounds of Bluegrass band Weathered Heads. Light refreshments, tea, coffee, wine, and beer available for purchase.
– Friday 17 October 6.30pm-10pm at Old Cheese Factory, 54 Homestead Road, Berwick; $15. Details: casey.vic.gov.au/ageing-positively-festival
Scams awareness
Free workshop and high tea for seniors, CALD and all abilities communities. Learn how to spot scams, protect your information and stay safe online with Scamwatch. Includes Q&A, tips and a catered high tea.
– Tuesday 21 October 10am-12pm at Balla Balla Community Centre; free event. Bookings essential at balla.balla.com.au or 5990 0900.
Puppet show for pre-schoolers
Puppet Kerfuffle – All About the Animals Show – a lively puppet show for pre-schoolers with stories, songs, and laughs. Children will explore resilience, uniqueness, and adapting to change, while learning about their rights in a fun and age-appropriate way.
– Friday 24 October 10.30am -11.30am at Balla Balla Community Centre; free event. Bookings essential at balla.balla.com.au or 5990 0900.
Save the Date – Halloween 2025
Get your scariest costumes ready and come along to the Old Cheese Factory for a night of spooky, kids fun.
– Friday 31 October, 5pm-9pm at Old Cheese Factory, Homestead Road, Berwick. Tickets on sale early October.
Indoor Pickleball
Casual, indoor pickleball sessions. All equipment provided during this coach-free session.
– Mondays 7pm-8pm and Wednesdays 10am-11am at Olive Road Sporting Complex, 2 Frawley Road, Eumemmerring; free cost, or Sundays 12.30pm-2.30pm at Vickerman Building, Casey Stadium, Cranbourne; $6.20 for two hours. Bookings: trybooking.com/events/landing/1343237 (Olive Road) or 5996 6052 (Casey Stadium).
Health & Wellbeing
Term 3 Health & Wellbeing classes starting in October: yoga, pilates, zumba, meditation and ‘move, relax and recharge’. Term 4 enrolments open online.
– Balla Balla Community Centre; free event. Bookings at balla.balla.com.au/health-wellbeing/ or 5990 0900.
U3A Casey – Pyrographic Art
Calling all seniors to try this unique craft. Also known as Woodburning Art, Pokerwork or Wood Burning, this artistic craft can be done on wood, leather, cork, canvas. Wood is provided for free, and a pyrography tool is available for use during the first session. After your first try out, U3A membership is $30 (July to Dec) to continue with Pyrographic Art, or to take part in any of our other 75 classes.
– Mondays 10am to 12noon at Lynbrook Community Centre, 2 Harris St, Lynbrook. Details: u3acasey.org.au or 0493 280 458
Scrabble in Berwick
Fridays 9.30am-12.00pm at Berwick Neighbourhood Centre, 112 High Street, Berwick. Details: David, 0433 566 456.
U3A Casey – Activities for Seniors
With over 580 members and 75 different classes, U3A Casey offers you a wide range of activities including Arts & Crafts, Music, Book Clubs, Social Clubs, Low-Impact Sports, Fitness, Cooking … and many more.
You can attend up to three classes for free to see if you like the classes before registering to join U3A Casey.
Membership from January to December is $60, or from July to December is $30, which allows you to choose to join any of our classes (subject to available vacancies).
Details: u3acasey.org.au, 0493 280 458 or caseyu3a@gmail.com
Morning Melodies
Join us at Morning Melodies for heartwarming performances filled with the songs you know and love!
– 2nd Tuesday each month at Balla Balla Community Centre: Bookings: balla.balla.com.au or 5990 0900.
U3A Cranbourne
Social group for people over 50 with many interesting and creative activities. Gardens group, art and craft groups, calligraphy, scrabble, singing for fun, quilling, resin making, and card making, beginner ukuele and guitar, line dancing. Our membership fee of $50 per year entitles you to join as many classes as you wish.
Details: www.u3acranbourne.org.au or 0493 991 919
Men’s Shed Junction Village Inc.
Retired men are most welcome to visit the Shed and have a chat/cuppa to check out our fully equipped Shed (lots of “toys” to play with!) and see what we do for the community. They do not need any woodwork experience as Shed members are happy to pass on their experience in an enjoyable and friendly atmosphere.
– Mondays 9am-11.30am and Wednesdays and Fridays from 9am-2.30pm at 41 Craig Road, Junction Village. Details: Garry, 0408 141 734.
Cranbourne Senior Citizens Club
We meet weekly for a range of different events, including bus trips, community days, games, coffee and chat, bingo, dancing and carpet bowls. Weekly activity times – Line Dancing Mon.10am-12pm, New Vogue and Old Time Dance Tue. 1pm-3:30pm, Carpet Bowls Wed. & Sat. 11:30am-2:30pm, Bingo Thur. 11am-2pm.
– 1 Codrington St, Cranbourne. Details: Marilyn, 0432 107 590 or facebook.com/groups/487808127399953
Narre Warren Senior Citizens Centre
A friendly seniors Club offering many activities, including dancing, garden group, indoor carpet bowls, table tennis, gentle exercises and friendly card games.
– main club day on Wednesdays, 9.30am-3pm at 192-196 Centre Road near the Narre Warren Station. Details: 9783 7112, 0426 736 467, or narrewarrenseniors@gmail.com
Blind Bight Community Centre
Craft gift making for adults, Tuesdays 12.30pm to 2.30pm; $3 per class. Playgroup, Wednesdays 10.30am-noon; $5 per family. Knit and crochet, Wednesdays 12pm-2pm. Line dancing, Wednesdays 1pm-2pm; $10 per class.
– 42 Anchorage Dr, Blind Bight. Bookings: blindbightcommunitycentre.com.au
Casey Cardinia Life Activities Club
Weekly social activities with dancing, trips away via coach, a weekly morning coffee club, monthly Saturday country pub lunches, monthly Tuesday dine-outs, a weekly walking group, a weekly table tennis group, seasonal daytime musical theatre outings, entertainment function days and more.
– Thursdays 2pm for socialising and low-key dancing at Brentwood Park Neighbourhood House at 21A Bemersyde Drive or Wednesdays 10am for coffee and chats at the new François cafe in front of Myer in Fountain Gate. Details: Gloria, 0468 363 616.
Combined Probus Club of Narre Warren
The club welcomes men and women for bowling, armchair travel, book clubs, walk and talk, happy snappers and cards.
– Details: Heather, hsims14@gmail.com
Berwick Springs VIEW Club
Affiliated with The Smith Family, the not-for-profit organisation raises funds for 10 Learning for Life students to assist with education expenses. Monthly lunches with a guest speaker, as well as casual morning tea and lunch for interested ladies.
– First Monday of each month, 11.15am at Berwick Springs Hotel function room. Details: Shirley, 0438 191 759 or berwicksprings.viewclub@gmail.com
BADFolk Club
Berwick and District Folk Club meets on the third Friday of each month.
– Doors open at 6.30pm, with the music running from 7pm to 10pm with entry $15. Details: badfolkclub.org or Edward, 0418 535 264.
Craft classes
Join Berwick Activities Group’s Elizabeth to discover the world of papercraft and have a chat with like-minded people.
– Tuesdays 10am-noon at Timbarra Community Centre; $5 per class, all materials supplied. Details: admin@berwicknc.com.au or 9704 1863.
Chair dancing
Would you enjoy exercising from the comfort of your chair? Includes fun and uplifting songs and different styles and eras of music
– Wednesdays 10.45am-11.30am on Wednesdays at Timbarra Community Centre; $8 per session. Details: admin@berwicknc.com.au or 9704 1863.
DnD at Orana
Dungeons and Dragons (DnD) is an inclusive tabletop, fantasy, role-playing game.
– Second Saturday of each month, 1pm-9pm at Orana Community Place, 16/18 Playwright St, Clyde North. Details: Jonathan Whelan, thestoryweaver.dnd@gmail.com
Weekly badminton
– Mondays 7pm-9pm and Wednesdays 12pm-2.30pm at Hallam Badminton Club, Frawley Road Recreation Reserve; $5.
