Slime Cup
NICKELODEON Australia is turning up the slime-o-meter and bringing its new adventure series Slime Cup to Narre Warren. The slimey event is open to youths aged nine to 13. To enter, kids can submit their audition videos online or for the first time ever, pre-register to complete a series of challenges at on-ground events in Melbourne. From that 16 teams will be selected to compete in the semi-finals, which is a series of larger-than-life challenges that will test stamina, strength and stomachs to determine the final four teams. At the finale four teams will compete to win the ultimate prize of becoming the Guardians of Slime at Nickelodeon’s flagship event in September.
– The on ground events will be held at Westfield Fountain Gate, 352 Princes Highway on Sunday 10 April from 10am to 4pm. To register visit nick.com.au.
U3A Cranbourne
THE U3A Cranbourne’s second term will start on Monday 11 April and U3A is looking for new members. This term will offer folk art, bridge, mahjong, click clack and chat knitting group along with singing for fun, cycling. U3A is also looking for a crochet teacher to start up a class.
– Casey Indoor Leisure Centre 3/65 Berwick-Cranbourne Road, Cranbourne. For more information contact Anne Thompson, tutor and co-ordinator on 5996 7841.
The Big Freeze Festival
MELBOURNE’S newest winter festival is coming to Cranbourne. For 10 days over the July school holidays, families will be able to experience snow along with snowman building and an enchanted forest, a giant snow globe, inflatable slides and character appearances. The festival will deliver days full of fun, workshops and rainy day arts and crafts.
– Cranbourne Racecourse, Grant Street, from Saturday 2 July to Sunday 10 July between 9am and 5pm.
Lee Kernaghan at Hallam Hotel
AUSTRALIAN country music legend Lee Kernaghan is taking his The Songs and The Stories in Concert show on the road and will play at the Hallam Hotel in May. The show will feature songs from his most recent album, Spirit of the Anzacs, which was the biggest selling Australian album of 2015.
– Hallam Hotel, Thursday 19 May, 8.30pm. For more information call (03) 8786 0200 or visit www.moshtix.com.au.
Casey Kids Carnival
JOIN the Minions and the Wizard of Oz cast at this year’s Casey Kids Carnival. The crazy Minions and loveable characters from The Wizard of Oz will entertain crowds at the free carnival.
– Akoonah Park, Berwick. Saturday 9 April between 11am and 4pm.
Mental health program
GROW offers a 12 step recovery focused program to those suffering from stress, anxiety, depression and other emotional difficulties.
– Berwick Neighbourhood Centre 112 High Street, Berwick, every Wednesday at 10am. For further information contact GROW Community Centre on 1800 558 268 or visit www.grow.org.au. Gold coin donation appreciated.
Indoor lawn balls
GET active with full size indoor lawn bowls, free coaching and morning tea at the Casey Indoor Sports Centre.
– New Holland Drive, Cranbourne East, every Friday morning from 10am to noon, morning tea costs $5.
Meditation for beginners
MASTER techniques to observe thoughts, feelings and emotions. The classes involve deep breathing techniques and allow participants to focus on the moment and achieve a deep sense of relaxation. Learn about the mind, body connection and discover a more peaceful and harmonious life.
– Balla Balla Community Centre, Cranbourne East. Bookings are essential on 5990 0900. Classes will start once group numbers are finalised.
Cranbourne Blue Light Disco
The first senior disco will be held on Saturday 16 April for kids from year seven to 10. High school students will need to present an ID card upon entry.
– Cranbourne Public Hall, High Street, Cranbourne. 6pm to 9pm. Cost: $10. No passouts and police on duty.
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.
Ultimate ABBA Show
GOLD is the name of the newest ABBA tribute show to hit Dandenong. Dancing Queen: The 40th Anniversary Tour has been staged around Australia and performed to more than 20,000 people since it started in 2014.
– Drum Theatre, corner Lonsdale and Walker streets, Dandenong. Saturday 14 May, 8pm. Tickets adult $59.90, concession $49.90, child under 16 years old $49.90.
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.
Car boot and market sale
THE Cranbourne Bowling Club holdsa car boot and market sale on the first Sunday of every month.
– 5 Grant Street / PO Box 126 Cranbourne, free entry, Cost: $10 per car. For more information call Shirley Venville on 0411774783 or email crannybowls@bigpond.com.
