What’s On
ON ITS first trip down-under Cirque Africa will land in Lyndhurst this month.
Having toured the globe for eight years and performed in Hollywood and for Dolly Parton in France, the new show will tour Australia and New Zealand for the next two years.
The 90-minute performance combines acrobatics, theatre, song and dance and Mr Berman said it is a great celebration of African culture.
The cast will be dressed in more than 200 bespoke African costumes and will be joined by an eight piece live band.
– Marriot Waters Shopping Centre, Thompsons Road and Marriott Boulevard, Lyndhurst. Friday 24 July until Sunday 23 August. To book tickets visit www.cirqueafrica.com.au.
Cinema songs
CONCERT Cranbourne Chorale presents Let’s Go to the Movies, a part of the City of Casey Winter Arts Program.
The afternoon will feature the choir singing golden hits from the silver screen and let audience members test their knowledge of the movies to see if they can identify where the songs are from.
– Casey Grammar School, 3 New Holland Drive, Cranbourne, at the Performing Arts Centre. Sunday 16 August, 2pm. Pre-sale tickets, adult $20, concession $15, child $6. Door sales, adult $25, concession $20, child $6. For inquiries or bookings contact Jennie on 5998 7485 or Kate on 9799 1268. Credit card bookings at www.trybooking.com/HIDQ.
Birthday celebrations
U3A Cranbourne is celebrating its 10th birthday and how far it has come in 10 years.
The club has changed locations and added many new classes, including a knitting, cycling and movie theatre group.
This term the club has introduced iPhones, iPads, smartphones and Android tablet classes and is looking for more people to learn how to use them.
– Conference Hall, 3/65 Berwick-Cranbourne Road. For more information contact Anne Thompson on 5996 7841 or 0419 509 875.
Jugularity musical comedy
WITH more than 27 years entertaining, Jugularity’s brand of madcap musical comedy combines skilled, inspiring musicianship with comedy cabaret and includes lively, upbeat, eclectic versions of jazz, folk, blues, rap, country, gypsy and more.
The show is family friendly and includes audience involvement with support act Badfolk Berwick and District Folk Club.
– The Old Cheese Factory, 34 Homestead Road, Berwick. Friday July 17 from 7.30pm. Entry is $12 for adults at the door.
Lynbrook winter talent showcase
SINGERS, musicians, comedians, dancers, magicians, bands and alike are invited to the Lynbrook winter talent showcase.
About seven local performers are already locked in and the Lynbrook Residents Association is looking for more talent.
The event is not a competition and performers have to live locally.
– Saturday 22 August. Phone 0433 311 333 or visit lynbrook.org.au for more information. Expression of interest forms are currently being taken.
Crystals workshop
THE Learn About Crystals workshop will teach participants about the energy of crystals.
The course covers how to use the healing properties of crystals, how to do chakra balancing, working with a pendulum, gem essences and the elixir of the crystals. The classes will also teach how to cleanse and recharge crystals for maximum results.
– Balla Balla Community Centre, 65 Berwick-Cranbourne Road, Cranbourne East. Tuesday 28 July for two weeks. 1pm to 3pm. Cost is $40.
Hand sewing workshop
JOIN acclaimed textile artist Leesa Chandler and her team on a week-long series of workshops exploring the art of hand sewing and stitchery techniques.
There will be a pop-up design studio, sewing studio and shop with workshops run by Leesa. Suitable for people with some experience in sewing.
– Corner of Ballarto Road and Botanic Drive, Cranbourne, off South Gippsland Highway. Meet at the Visitor Centre, 10am to noon and 1.30pm to 3.30pm on Tuesday 18 August and Sunday 23 August.
Mental health
GROW is offering a unique 12-step recovery focused program to those suffering from stress, anxiety, depression and other emotional difficulties.
Gold coin donation appreciated.
– The Berwick Group meets at the Berwick Neighbourhood Centre, 112 High Street, Berwick, Wednesdays at 10am. Contact the GROW Community Centre on 1800 558 268 or visit www.grow.net.au for more information.
Narre Warren seniors
JOIN the seniors’ club in Narre Warren for a jam packed July, with sing-along mornings and entertainment from Chris Newman.
– 192/196 Centre Road, Narre Warren. Multicultural day Wednesday 29 July. All other weekly activities such as indoor bowls, line dancing, gentle exercise, table tennis, cards and darts to continue as usual.
Play bridge
U3A Cranbourne is looking for more people to play bridge and join its memoirs class which teaches participants how to collate past memories.
– U3A rooms at 3/65 Berwick-Cranbourne Road opposite Casey Race Swimming Pool. Bridge will be held on Friday afternoons between 12.30pm and 2.30pm. Anyone who is interested in doing a class at U3A Cranbourne can phone Anne Thompson on 5996 7841 or 0419 509 875.
Cooking with dad
The Cook it With Dad program is an opportunity for fathers and children to cook together.
They can learn how to cook healthy meals with dad, spend some quality time together and strengthen their relationship as they meet other families and learn life skills as a team.
– Selandra Family and Children’s Centre, 45 Haflinger Avenue, Clyde North, Saturday 21 February to Saturday 12 December, 10.30am to noon. Held every Saturday during school terms. Registration is essential with the City of Casey on 9705 5200 or email dadsmatter@casey.vic.gov.au.
Make moisturiser
FACE and body moisturiser workshop will teach the method of preparing and combining all natural ingredients to create a healthy face and body moisturiser.
Each participant will take home a jar of each moisturiser they make along with the recipes.
Ingredients will be available on the day to purchase to be able to make moisturiser at home. Cost includes all materials.
– Balla Balla Community Centre, 65 Berwick-Cranbourne Road, Cranbourne East. Tuesday 11 August for one week. 1pm to 3pm. Cost $32.
Free hearing tests
BETTER Hearing Australia will offer free consultations and hearing tests in Lynbrook to help people who suffer from hearing loss to better manage their condition.
The not-for-profit organisation provides hearing tests, hearing screenings, understanding hearing test results and advice on managing hearing loss or tinnitus.
Better Hearing Australia (Vic) also runs the Victorian Hearing Aid Bank where eligible people can access free hearing aids.
– Lynbrook Community Centre, corner Lynbrook Boulevard and Harris Street from 9.30am to 4.30pm on 6 August, 3 September, 1 October, 5 November and 3 December. For further information contact Better Hearing Australia on 1300 242 842 or visit www.betterhearing.org.au.
Walk the centre
CRANBOURNE Park offers health walks where participants are taken by a qualified instructor from the YMCA.
Registrations can be taken on the day and participants are encouraged to wear loose fitting clothes and comfortable walking shoes.
– Tuesdays and Thursdays at 7.40am in the fresh food area and the walk finishes at 8.45am.
Bowls and bingo
HALLAM Senior Citizens Centre is open Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday and offers carpet bowls, bingo, games, club room events and day tours.
New members are welcome.
– 4 Princess Domain Drive, Hallam. For more information contact president Paul Lorenzo on 9703 1068 or secretary Dorothy Mickelson on 9796 7580.
Digital camera classes
LEARN how to get the best out of a digital camera with digital SLR classes.
– Hallam Community Learning Centre, 56 Kays Avenue, Hallam, on Monday and Wednesday mornings from 9.45am to 11.45am. Phone 9703 1688 for more details.
Indoor bowls
ENJOY an indoor full size regulation bowls day with all bowls supplied and coaching for beginners along with a cup of tea afterward.
– Casey Indoor Sports Centre, 65 Berwick-Cranbourne Road. Friday mornings from 10am to noon. No charge on first day. Phone Ron on 5990 9048 or 0411 126 946 for more details.
Park run
PARTICIPATE with more than 100 others in a free five kilometre timed event every Saturday morning.
The event caters for serious runners and for those wanting a jog or even a walk.
– Saturdays at 8am at Berwick Springs. Visit the Berwick Springs parkrun website for more information.
