Slime Cup
NICKELODEON Australia is turning up the slime-o-meter and bringing its new adventure series Slime Cup to Narre Warren. The slimy 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.
Cover letter and resume writing
LEARN how to create a professional cover letter and resume. These one-on-one sessions will be tailored to the needs of the individual and will also provide essential interview tips and techniques. Students should bring copies of qualifications, completed trainings and their current resume.
– Balla Balla Community Centre, Cranbourne East. Wednesday 13 April for 11 weeks. Book by appointment from 1pm to 3pm. Cost $5 per one hour session. Bookings essential call 5990 0900.
U3A Cranbourne
THE U3A Cranbourne will start its second term for 2016 on Monday 11 April. The group currently has vacancies in folk art, bridge, mahjong, click clack and chat (knitting), singing for fun, cycling, discussion group, and crochet.
– Casey Indoor Leisure Centre 3/65 Berwick-Cranbourne Road, Cranbourne. For more information contact Anne Thompson, tutor and co-ordinator on 5996 7841.
Lee Kernaghan
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 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.
Yoga for all
IYENGA Yoga focuses on the structural alignment of the body through the performance of posture and breath control. This style of yoga is perfectly designed for all fitness levels and is excellent for beginners, the elderly and those recovering from injury. This unique practice explores the union of mind, body and soul for strength and vitality.
– Balla Balla Community Centre, Cranbourne East. Thursday 14 April for 11 weeks. 1pm to 2.30pm. Bookings are essential on 5990 0900.
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 holds a car boot and market sale on the first Sunday of every month.
– 5 Grant Street / PO Box 126, Cranbourne. Free entry, $10 per car. For more information call Shirley Venville on 0411 774 783 or email crannybowls@bigpond.com.
