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  1. 2022 Festival Program
    1. Bayside Healthy Ageing
    2. Seniors Festival
      1. 80+
        1. activities & events
      2. P Month long celebrations P Live performances P Come and try something new P Health and wellbeing activities
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          1. Event Bookings
          2. Now Open
            1. bayside.vic.gov.au/seniorsfestival
            1. [email protected]
          5. Discover more and scan the QR code using the camera app on your smartphone and tap the pop up.
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          7. Great care has been taken to ensure the accuracy of the information in the program, however in this COVID 19 environment details are subject to change without notice. Please note the material outlined in this booklet was accurate at the time of going to print.
          8. To stay up to date with the latest news or if you need assistance with booking into an event, contact the community group directly or Council’s Healthy Ageing team on 9599 4373, email [email protected] or visit bayside.vic.gov.au/seniorsfestival
          9. Thank you to our front cover volunteers Penny, Karin and Graham from Brighton Bayside Life Activities Club (BBLAC). Photo taken at Half Moon Bay.
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            1. Participating Bayside groups, clubs and services
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                2. Bayside Gallery
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                2. Bayside Japan Club
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                2. Bayside Library Service • Bayside U3A
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                2. Bayside Veterans Cricket Club
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                2. BirdLife Bayside
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                2. Brighton Bayside Life Activities Club (BBLAC)
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                2. Brighton Croquet Club
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                2. Brighton Historical Society
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                2. Castlefield Community Centre
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                2. Culture Connect Chinese Australia Brighton Beach Inc.
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                2. Dance for Parkinson's & Wellbeing Hampton
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                2. Hampton Community Centre & Highett Neighbourhood House
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                2. Modern Line Dancing Inc.
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                2. Sandbelt Toastmasters Club
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                2. Sandringham and District Historical Society & The George Aveo
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                2. Sandringham Croquet Club Inc.
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                2. Sandringham Life Activities Club
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                2. Sandybeach Centre
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                2. Senior Russian Social Club " Friendship"
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                2. Silver Salties
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                2. Sing Australia Bayside
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                2. Southern Basketball Association
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                2. St Agnes Anglican Church
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                2. St Michael's Anglican Church Beaumaris
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                2. Vocally Wild Choir Inc.
          2. Bayside City Council proudly acknowledges the Bunurong People of the Kulin Nation as the Traditional Owners and Custodians of this land, and we pay our respects to their Elders, past, present and emerging.
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          1. Bayside Healthy Ageing
        1. Seniors Festival
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    1. Welcome
    2. Bayside City Council is proud to present the Bayside Healthy Ageing Seniors Festival which offers a diverse calendar of events throughout the month of October. It is an opportunity to safely connect with the community, meet new people, try something different and celebrate together.
    3. This year’s theme “Takin’ It Easy” encourages seniors aged 55+ to get involved in the festival however they feel most comfortable. Council has worked with local community groups, centres and clubs to put together a calendar of 80+ FREE and low-cost activities and events. There is something for everyone, including live music performances, arts, history, tours, dance, information sessions, sport, recreation, wellbeing, plus so much more!
    4. If you have been wanting to find out what’s on offer within your community or to explore something new in a COVIDSafe environment, now is the time! Read on to view the full program.
    5. Bayside City Council would like to thank all participating community groups, clubs, organisations and their respective volunteers for their valuable contribution in supporting active and healthy ageing in Bayside. We hope you enjoy the 2022 Bayside Healthy Ageing Seniors Festival! A festival of celebration, connection and fun!
      1. Discover more of the Bayside Healthy Ageing Seniors Festival at bayside.vic.gov.au/seniorsfestival
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      1. Staying safe while we stay connected
      2. The health and safety of our community remains a priority. Event organisers have measures in place to maximise COVIDSafe events.
      3. Individuals have a role to play in staying safe by wearing a face mask indoors if unable to maintain
      4. 1.5 metres from others and staying home if feeling unwell.
      1. Healthy Ageing in Bayside
      2. A healthy, active, and inclusive community is a priority for Council. That is why we provide information and create awareness on a variety of issues and topics that pertain to seniors. We support and work closely with local seniors’ groups, clubs, and community centres in Bayside.
        1. [email protected]
      1. Public transport and parking during the festival
          1. www.ptv.vic.gov.au
      3. If travelling by car, please allow time for parking and always check for any parking restrictions.
      4. Festival Highlights SENIORS EXPO & NEIL DIAMOND TRIBUTE SHOW EMERGING PERFORMERS SAUSAGE SIZZLE CHATTY CAFE BAYSIDE GALLERY BAYSIDE U3A OPEN DAY FIRST AID We're having a celebration and you are invited!
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      1. Brighton Town Hall Precinct
        1. Cnr Carpenter and Wilson Sts, Brighton
        2. SATURDAY 8 OCTOBER
          1. 11am – 4pm
          2. Bring the family and join us at the Brighton Town Hall Precinct for a fun and informative day out.
          3. We have a range of exciting FREE activities for the whole family, including a coffee cart, sausages cooked by Brighton North Rotary Club, sweet treats from the Country Women’s Association, Chatty Café, seniors’ expo, live music performances, a photo booth and meet award-winning TV personality Carol O’Halloran who will be MC for the day.
          4. Bayside Gallery is opening their doors for their Past Lives exhibition which highlights significant events and characters that have shaped Bayside’s past and Bayside U3A will be holding an Open Day and Art & Craft show in the Brighton Courthouse.
          5. We encourage and welcome you and your family to take part in the festival activities, make new friends and explore other interests.
        1. See next page for full details
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        3. Festival Highlights Saturday 8 October
          1. OUTSIDE
          2. INSIDE
            1. Food
            2. Grab a FREE sausage in bread that has been cooked to perfection by the Rotary Club of Brighton North.
            1. Hot Drinks
            2. BYO mug or KeepCup where possible, and grab a hot drink from Coffee Rider & Co.
            3. We are offering FREE hot drinks to the first 100 people.
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            1. Chatty Café
              1. chattycafeaustralia.org.au
            1. Emerging Performers
            2. 11am – 1pm | FREE
            3. Let our local Bayside young emerging musicians entertain you as you enjoy a sausage in bread and coffee outside in the beautiful grounds.
            1. FOYER
            2. Food & Drink
            3. Enjoy some sweet treats from the Bayside Country Women’s Association.
            1. Photo Booth
            2. The awesome photo booth will ensure you have fun, and capture photos as a reminder of the event that you can take home with you.
            1. MASTER OF CEREMONIES
            2. Carol O’Halloran - TV presenter, author, keynote speaker and Best Seniors TV Personality 2021.
            1. EXHIBITOR HALL
            2. Seniors Expo
            3. 11am – 3pm | FREE
            4. Connect with over 20 exhibitors and meet community groups and organisations delivering activities and programs in the Bayside area.
            1. MAIN STAGE
            2. Diamond Downunder – Neil Diamond Tribute Shows
            3. From the glittering outfits to the sound of his voice, seeing is believing! Don’t miss the opportunity to see Australia's No. 1 Neil Diamond Tribute Show Diamond Downunder featuring the vibrant and dynamic performer Anthony Diamond and band.
            4. CONCERT 1: 1pm – 2pm CONCERT 2: 3pm – 4pm
              1. bayside.vic.gov.au/ seniorsfestival
              1. [email protected]
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            9. BAYSIDE U3A OPEN DAY
        1. Bayside U3A Open Day and Art & Craft Show
        2. Brighton Courthouse 63 Carpenter St, Brighton
        3. 11am – 4pm | FREE
        4. Get to know Bayside U3A at our Open Day and Art & Craft Show. Speak to our members, learn about our extensive range of classes and activities and see the art works, sculptures, quilting, embroidery and bead work they have created. There will be something of interest for everyone.
        5. Bookings not required.
          1. [email protected]
        7. BAYSIDE GALLERY
        1. Past Lives Bayside Stories Exhibition
        2. Bayside Gallery - Corner Wilson and Carpenter St, Brighton
        3. 11am – 4pm | FREE
        4. Past Lives highlight significant events and characters that have shaped Bayside’s past.
        5. Drawing from Bayside City Council’s collection and from the local historical societies, the exhibition will explore topics such as Brighton’s 19th century land boom and important well-known identities such as Thomas Bent, as well as fascinating untold stories from our community.
        6. For more information contact Bayside Gallery on on 9261 7111.
        7. The Weatherly family c. 1900, sepia photograph. Bayside City Council Art and Heritage Collection.
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        9. Festival Highlights
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        1. Bring It Home Concert
        2. St Kilda Town Hall, 99a Carlisle Street, St Kilda
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        4. THURSDAY 13 OCTOBER
        5. 1pm – 3.15pm
        6. The Victorian Seniors Festival and the Cities of Bayside, Port Phillip, Stonnington and Glen Eira invite you to Bring it Home, a great show celebrating seniors and senior artists. Featuring high quality live music, special guests including the likes of Wilbur Wilde, Rebecca Barnard and Alison Ferrier, stories, belly laughs, sing-along, dancing, radio plays, interviews and more. Audience members can be as visible and involved as they choose, or sit back, relax and enjoy the party atmosphere.
        7. The creative development of Bring it Home has been supported by Yarra City Arts and Age and Disability Services, Regional Arts Victoria and the City of Darebin.
        8. BOOKINGS
            1. [email protected]
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            2. Booking Code: BAYSIDE
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            2. Full name of each person you are booking for
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            2. Contact phone number
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            2. Contact email address
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            2. Whether you require wheelchair access
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            2. Whether you require Council’s bus transport service to and from venue. Bus will depart from Sandringham.
        11. HOW TO GET THERE
        12. Council’s Bus Transport Service
        13. A private bus will be available for Bayside residents to and from the venue on a first come first served basis. Bus will depart from Tjilatjirrin Reserve, Spring St, Sandringham at 12:15pm. Bookings essential. Limited seats available.
        14. Public Transport
        15. Sandringham line train to Balaclava Station and walk approx. 10 minutes to venue or connect with #16 Tram from Carlisle St to St Kilda Town Hall.
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        1. Vocally Wild
        2. Brighton Town Hall, Cnr Carpenter and Wilson Sts, Brighton
        3. SUNDAY 16 OCTOBER
          1. 3pm – 5pm
        1. Downsizing & Decluttering Information Session
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        3. Sandringham Library, Multi-purpose room, 8 Waltham St, Sandringham
        4. FRIDAY 21 OCTOBER
        5. The Vocally Wild Choir, a Bayside based community choir led by Musical Director Dr Bill Miles invite you to their Spring Concert. The concert will celebrate the choir’s return to singing and showcase young, local and exceptionally talented musicians. They include Emma Lippa (Piano) who has played for both the Bolshoi and Australian Ballet, Charlotte Miles (Cello), is already well known internationally and her brother 17-year-old Jamie Miles (Viola) who plays nationally with the Australian Youth Orchestra, a
        6. COST
        7. $15 (over 16 years). $8 (6 - 16 years). FREE for under 6 years.
        8. BOOKINGS
            1. www.trybooking.com/CBRMF
        10. or cash at the door (unless sold out).
          1. 10am – 12noon
          2. If you are looking to downsize soon and you are feeling completely overwhelmed, you are not alone. We understand you have a big job ahead and it may feel incredibly daunting. Your situation may be imminent, or you may be in no immediate hurry, just looking to plan for your future.
          3. Join Julia Dyer, for a FREE, independent session about downsizing. Julia will also share her effective 5-step decluttering plan to help relieve the stress of decluttering. After this session, you will feel more confident and in control of your next move.
          4. BOOKINGS
            1. [email protected]
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        1. Volunteering
          1. is a valued and integral part of the Bayside community. Across the municipality, Bayside hosts a range of clubs, community groups and organisations that rely on the knowledge and expertise of volunteers.
          2. Council hosts over 30 volunteer programs ranging from environmental conservation, library services, gallery, aged services, youth services, sustainability, and social and community connection. You can volunteer as little or as much as you like – many of our volunteer programs provide flexibility and can work around you!
          3. [email protected]
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        1. Bayside Healthy Ageing Reference Group
          1. Now seeking expressions of interest
          2. Council is seeking expressions of interest from Bayside residents aged 55+ to join the Bayside Healthy Ageing Reference Group (BHARG). BHARG members provide Council with feedback in relation to policies, plans and services affecting older residents. Membership is for two years with a maximum term of four years. A minimum of four BHARG meetings are held annually with the first meeting in February 2023.
            1. bayside.vic.gov.au/BHARG
            2. [email protected]
          4. Nominations close Friday 14 October 2022.
        1. Garage Sale Trail
          1. Choose to reuse and participate in the nation’s biggest garage sale by buying or selling your pre-loved stuff online or in your community during Garage Sale Trail.
          2. Not only can you make or save some money, but you’ll also keep items circulating in use for longer reducing your carbon, waste, and water footprint. It’s the circular economy in action!
              1. www.garagesaletrail.com.au/Bayside
          4. So, take this opportunity to declutter, meet your neighbours, and have some fun. Sell, shop, and learn on the Garage Sale Trail.
          5. 1 October – United Nations International Day of Older Persons www.un.org/en/observances/older-persons-day 7 October – Ageism Awareness Day www.everyagecounts.org.au/aad_2022 Significant days
              1. MONDAY 3 OCTOBER
              1. 9:30am
              2. Silver Salties Yoga
              3. Sandringham
              4. Bookings are essential
              1. – 10:15am
              2. hosted by Silver Salties
              3. Life Saving
              4. 0435 953 585
              1. FREE
              2. Experience the positive mind and body benefits of Yoga. Led by a trained instructor learn how to improve your wellbeing with gentle movements, quiet contemplation, focus and breathing.
              3. Club Beach Road opposite The Crescent Park, Sandringham
              4. membership@sandringhamlsc .org.au
              1. 6pm
              2. World Habitat Day: Gardening For Biodiversity
              3. Beaumaris
              4. Bookings are essential
              1. – 7pm
              2. With Gio Fitzpatrick
              3. Library
              4. 9261 7125
              1. FREE
              2. hosted by Bayside Library Service Join us this World Habitat Day to hear multi-award-winning naturalist and author of "The Gardener's Guide to the Birds of South East Melbourne", Gio Fitzpatrick. Gio believes that if native biodiversity is to survive into the long term, we need to welcome it into our gardens and city streets.
              3. 96 Reserve Rd, Beaumaris
              4. bayside.vic.gov.au/ seniorsfestival
              1. TUESDAY 4 OCTOBER
              1. 9:30am –
              2. Silver Salties Tai Chi
              3. Sandringham
              4. Bookings are essential
              1. 10:30am
              2. hosted by Silver Salties
              3. Life Saving
              4. 0435 953 585
              1. FREE
              2. Tai Chi is characterised by movements that are flowing and gentle which is great for older adults wanting a low-impact, slower paced workout. Join this FREE class to experience the benefits first hand.
              3. Club Beach Road opposite The Crescent Park, Sandringham
              4. membership@sandringhamlsc .org.au
              1. 10am –
              2. Inspiration and motivation for Seniors
              3. Brighton
              4. Bookings are essential
              1. 12noon
              2. hosted by Brighton Bayside Life Activity Club
              3. Seniors
              4. trybooking.com/CBKFU
              1. $10.00
              2. A challenge for all seniors to rediscover their sense of purpose by developing a positive personal plan. This workshop will help you grow to reach your full potential. Learn to evaluate 8 areas of your personal wellness and discover ways to enhance your self esteem. Comprehensive workbook provided.
              3. Centre 23 Durrant St, Brighton
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              1. 11am –
              2. One-on-One Device Advice
              3. Beaumaris
              4. Bookings are essential
              1. 12noon
              2. hosted by Bayside Library Service
              3. Library
              4. 9261 7125
              1. FREE
              2. Book into these fifteen minute one-on-one sessions with a staff member for help with your device such as iPad, smartphone, laptop or tablet.
              3. 96 Reserve Rd, Beaumaris
              4. bayside.vic.gov.au/ seniorsfestival
              1. Time
              2. Event
              3. Where
              4. Bookings
              1. WEDNESDAY 5 OCTOBER
              1. 10am
              2. Walking Basketball
              3. Sandringham
              4. No bookings are required
              1. – 11am
              2. hosted by Southern Basketball Association
              3. Leisure
              4. 0409 630 122
              1. FREE
              2. Walking basketball welcomes people of all ages and abilities. The sessions include a warm-up, teaching of basic basketball skills followed by a game at the end. It doesn’t matter if you have never played the game of basketball before as this will still be a level playing field for everyone within a social, fun and non-competitive environment.
              3. Centre 150 Tulip St, Cheltenham
              4. nathan@southernbasketball. com.au
              1. 6pm
              2. Regenerating Australia -Film screening
              3. Sandringham
              4. Bookings are essential
              1. – 7:15pm
              2. hosted by Bayside City Council
              3. Library
              4. 9599 4495
              1. FREE
              2. Join the Environmental and Sustainability team for a FREE screening of short film Regenerating Australia followed by a Q&A panel with experts in biodiversity, climate change and health and renewable energy.
              3. (Multipurpose Room) 8 Waltham St, Sandringham
              4. [email protected] bayside.vic.gov.au/ seniorsfestival
              1. 6:30pm
              2. Line Dancing
              3. Brighton
              4. No bookings are required
              1. – 7:30pm
              2. hosted by Modern Line Dancing Inc.
              3. Seniors
              4. modernlinedancinginc@gmail.
              1. FREE
              2. Come and try modern line dancing to many styles of music including Cha Cha, Bachata, Tango and Sambo. This class is about having fun, social interaction and cultural enrichment.
              3. Centre 23 Durrant St, Brighton
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              1. THURSDAY 6 OCTOBER
              1. 10am
              2. Veterans (Over 60's) Cricket
              3. Dendy Park
              4. No bookings are required
              1. – 12noon
              2. hosted by Bayside Veterans Cricket Club
              3. (cricket
              4. [email protected]
              1. FREE
              2. If you are 60+ years and a lover of cricket, then drop by the cricket nets at Dendy Park to meet past and present players. The club provides a variety of opportunities to connect with like-minded people including weekday and Sunday games, training, exercises and plenty of time for socialising.
              3. practice nets) Breen Drive, Brighton East
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              1. 10:30am
              2. Silver Salties Fitness Class
              3. Sandringham
              4. Bookings are essential
              1. – 11:15am
              2. hosted by Silver Salties
              3. Life Saving
              4. 0435 953 585
              1. FREE
              2. The Silver Salties functional fitness class will help you to lose weight, build balance stability, increase muscular strength, endurance, flexibility and aerobic capacity.
              3. Club Beach Road opposite The Crescent Park, Sandringham
              4. membership@sandringhamlsc. org.au
              1. 11am –
              2. Discover the history of your house
              3. Brighton
              4. Bookings are essential
              1. 12noon
              2. hosted by Bayside Library Service
              3. Library
              4. 9261 7125
              1. FREE
              2. This session can help you to find out how to research the history of your house, recognise the style of house and find out who may have lived in your house previously.
              3. 14 Wilson St, Brighton
              4. bayside.vic.gov.au/ seniorsfestival
              1. THURSDAY 6 OCTOBER
              1. 1:30pm
              2. Bonsai Plants - Guest speaker and Garden Club
              3. Castlefield
              4. Bookings are essential
              1. – 3:30pm
              2. hosted by Castlefield Community Centre
              3. Community
              4. 9068 3882
              1. FREE
              2. Join us for a cup of tea and special garden club event. Victor Byrdy from the Bonsai Society of Victoria will share a display of trees that will enhance your knowledge, appreciation and interest in this wonderful art form. You will learn how to care for a bonsai and have the opportunity to purchase your own.
              3. Centre 505 Bluff Rd, Hampton
              4. [email protected] socialplanet.com.au/request/ guest/activity?id=8557
              1. FRIDAY 7 OCTOBER
              1. 9:30am
              2. Silver Salties Pilates
              3. Sandringham
              4. Bookings are essential
              1. – 10:15am
              2. hosted by Silver Salties
              3. Life Saving
              4. 0435 953 585
              1. FREE
              2. Pilates increases strength and flexibility in both the core and the legs, which positively affects strength and balance. Join this FREE class to experience the benefits first hand.
              3. Club Beach Road opposite The Crescent Park, Sandringham
              4. membership@sandringhamlsc. org.au
              1. SATURDAY 8 OCTOBER
              1. 11am
              2. Seniors Expo and Neil Diamond tribute concert
              3. Brighton
              4. Bookings are essential
              1. – 4pm
              2. hosted by Bayside City Council
              3. Town Hall
              4. for concerts
              1. $5.00
              2. Celebrate being a senior with live music and
              3. Cnr of
              4. 9599 4373
              1. CONCERT ONLY (NOREFUNDS)
              2. entertainment at the Brighton Town Hall, while connecting with local community groups and organisations delivering services in the Bayside area at the Seniors Expo. A fun and informative day out!
              3. Carpenter and Wilson Sts, Brighton
              4. bayside.vic.gov.au/seniorsfestival
              1. 11am
              2. Open Day and Art & Craft Show
              3. Brighton
              4. No bookings are required
              1. – 4pm
              2. hosted by Bayside U3A
              3. Courthouse
              4. 9589 3798
              1. FREE
              2. Get to know Bayside U3A at our Open Day and Art & Craft Show. Speak to our members, learn about our extensive range of classes and activities and see the art works, sculptures, quilting, embroidery and bead work they have created. There will be something of interest to everyone.
              3. 63 Carpenter St, Brighton
              1. 11am
              2. Past Lives: Bayside Stories Exhibition
              3. Bayside
              4. No bookings are required
              1. – 4pm
              2. hosted by Bayside Gallery
              3. Gallery
              4. 9261 7111
              1. FREE
              2. Past lives highlights significant events and characters that have shaped Bayside’s past. Drawing from Bayside City Council’s collection and from the local historical societies, the exhibition will explore topics such as Brighton’s 19th century land boom and important well-known identities such as Thomas Bent, as well as fascinating untold stories from our community.
              3. Cnr Carpenter and Wilson Sts, Brighton
              1. SUNDAY 9 OCTOBER
              1. 2pm
              2. Come & Try Croquet
              3. Sandringham
              4. Bookings are essential
              1. – 4pm
              2. hosted by Sandringham Croquet Club Inc.
              3. Croquet Club
              4. [email protected]
              1. FREE
              2. Golf Croquet is a game that can be played at any
              3. 96 Beach Rd,
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              1. age. It provides gentle, low impact physical activity
              2. Sandringham
              1. in an outdoor setting. Members from this friendly
              2. (on the city
              1. and sociable club will be on hand to explain and
              2. side of the
              1. demonstrate the basic skills required to play the
              2. B10 car park,
              1. game. All you need to bring is flat soled shoes, clothing
              2. opposite
              1. appropriate to the weather conditions and a give it a
              2. Abbott St)
              1. go attitude!
              1. MONDAY 10 OCTOBER
              1. 9:30am
              2. Silver Salties Yoga
              3. Sandringham
              4. Bookings are essential
              1. – 10:15am
              2. hosted by Silver Salties
              3. Life Saving
              4. 0435 953 585
              1. FREE
              2. Experience the positive mind and body benefits of Yoga. Led by a trained instructor, learn how to improve your wellbeing with gentle movements, quiet contemplation, focus and breathing.
              3. Club Beach Road opposite The Crescent Park, Sandringham
              4. membership@sandringhamlsc. org.au
              1. 6pm
              2. Library Art for Fun
              3. Beaumaris
              4. Bookings are essential
              1. – 7pm
              2. hosted by Bayside Library Service
              3. Library
              4. 9261 7125
              1. FREE
              2. Join us at Beaumaris library for an evening of art exploration, where the focus is on the process and not the outcome. Have fun and explore different media each week. Check in closer to the time for updates on what we'll be doing each week.
              3. 96 Reserve Rd, Beaumaris
              4. bayside.vic.gov.au/seniorsfestival
              1. 11:30am –
              2. Exercise Class
              3. Hampton
              4. Bookings are essential
              1. 12:30pm
              2. hosted by Hampton Community Centre
              3. Community
              4. 0492 800 592
              1. FREE
              2. Join us for some gentle exercise, designed to introduce seniors to the importance of movement in a safe and enjoyable way.
              3. Centre 14 Willis St, Hampton
              4. [email protected]
              1. 1pm
              2. YOGAMIGOS
              3. Hampton
              4. Bookings are essential
              1. – 2pm
              2. hosted by Hampton Community Centre
              3. Community
              4. 0492 800 592
              1. FREE
              2. This is a fun, inclusive and engaging class focusing on relaxation, mindfulness, breathing techniques and so much more.
              3. Centre 14 Willis St, Hampton
              4. [email protected]
              1. 2pm
              2. Celebrating Seniors on Film
              3. Hampton
              4. Bookings are essential
              1. – 4pm
              2. hosted by Hampton Community Centre
              3. Community
              4. 0492 800 592
              1. FREE
              2. We invite you to stroll around and see the talent of our entrants photography in this ode to seniors competition, whilst listening to the sweet sounds from Gabriel on piano. Light refreshments provided.
              3. Centre 14 Willis St, Hampton
              4. [email protected]
              1. TUESDAY 11 OCTOBER
              1. 9:30am –
              2. Silver Salties Tai Chi
              3. Sandringham
              4. Bookings are essential
              1. 10:30am
              2. hosted by Silver Salties
              3. Life Saving
              4. 0435 953 585
              1. FREE
              2. Tai Chi is characterised by movements that are flowing and gentle which is great for older adults wanting a low-impact, slower paced workout. Join this FREE class to experience the benefits first hand.
              3. Club Beach Road opposite The Crescent Park, Sandringham
              4. membership@sandringhamlsc. org.au
              1. 11am –
              2. One-on-One Device Advice
              3. Beaumaris
              4. Bookings are essential
              1. 12noon
              2. hosted by Bayside Library Service
              3. Library
              4. 9261 7125
              1. FREE
              2. Book into these fifteen minute one-on-one sessions with a staff member for help with your device such as iPad, smartphone, laptop or tablet.
              3. 96 Reserve Rd, Beaumaris
              4. bayside.vic.gov.au/ seniorsfestival
              1. 2pm
              2. Beachside walk
              3. Meet at
              4. No bookings are required
              1. – 4pm
              2. hosted by Brighton Bayside Life Activities Club
              3. Foreshore
              4. [email protected]
              1. FREE
              2. (BBLAC) Join a group to walk from Head St (Elwood beach end) to the Royal Brighton Yacht Club for coffee and back.
              3. Trail Head St, Elwood
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              1. 6pm
              2. "27 Letters to My Daughter" with Ella Ward on
              3. Sandringham
              4. Bookings are essential
              1. – 7pm
              2. International Day of the Girl Child
              3. Library
              4. 9261 7125
              1. FREE
              2. hosted by Bayside Library Service The United Nations General Assembly declared October 11 as the International Day of the Girl Child, to recognize girls’ rights and the unique challenges girls face around the world. Local author Ella Ward has faced unique challenges and has written a beautiful, tender, funny and poignant guide on how to really live, from a mother to her daughter.
              3. 8 Waltham St, Sandringham
              4. bayside.vic.gov.au/ seniorsfestival
              1. WEDNESDAY 12 OCTOBER
              1. 1pm
              2. Art class with Janis
              3. Castlefield
              4. Bookings are essential
              1. – 3pm
              2. hosted by Castlefield Community Centre
              3. Community
              4. 9068 3882
              1. FREE
              2. Discover your inner artist using a guided process with artist Janis Morgan. This will be a supportive group that is appropriate for people of all abilities. No experience necessary.
              3. Centre 505 Bluff Rd, Hampton
              4. [email protected] socialplanet.com.au/request/ guest/activity?id=8397
              1. 2:30pm
              2. Introducing library eResources
              3. Sandringham
              4. Bookings are essential
              1. – 4:30pm
              2. hosted by Bayside Library Service
              3. Library
              4. 9261 7125
              1. FREE
              2. In this session, run by our own librarians, you can learn how to access some of our incredible eResources, all FREE with your library card.
              3. 8 Waltham St, Sandringham
              4. bayside.vic.gov.au/ seniorsfestival
              1. Time
              2. Event
              3. Where
              4. Bookings
              1. THURSDAY 13 OCTOBER
              1. 8:30am
              2. Morning walk
              3. 2B North Rd
              4. No bookings are required
              1. – 9:45am
              2. hosted by Brighton Bayside Life Activities Club
              3. Brighton
              4. [email protected]
              1. FREE
              2. (BBLAC) Walk along the beachfront from North Rd to Point Ormond and back before having coffee.
              1. 9am –
              2. Bird walk at Ricketts Point
              3. Ricketts Point
              4. Bookings are essential
              1. 10:30am
              2. hosted by BirdLife Bayside
              3. 407 Beach Rd,
              4. 0433 015 282
              1. FREE
              2. Join BirdLife Bayside for a leisurely bird walk around Ricketts Point. Meet in the car park to the south (left) of the kiosk. A fee is payable unless you have a City of Bayside parking sticker; free parking on Beach Road and Reserve Road. Toilets available.
              3. Beaumaris (To the left)
              4. [email protected]
              1. 10:30am
              2. Silver Salties Fitness Class
              3. Sandringham
              4. Bookings are essential
              1. – 11:15am
              2. hosted by Silver Salties
              3. Life Saving
              4. 0435 953 585
              1. FREE
              2. The Silver Salties functional fitness class will help you to lose weight, build balance stability, increase muscular strength, endurance, flexibility and aerobic capacity.
              3. Club Beach Road opposite The Crescent Park, Sandringham
              4. membership@sandringhamlsc. org.au
              1. 1pm
              2. Bring it Home
              3. St Kilda Town
              4. Bookings are essential
              1. – 3:15pm
              2. hosted by Cities of Bayside, Port Phillip,
              3. Hall
              4. (Refer to page 8 for booking
              1. FREE
              2. Stonnington and Glen Eira We welcome you to a musical party with well known artists and musicians. A 70 minute live performance. Sing, dance or simply sit back and soak up the ambience - this is one party not to be missed!
              3. 99a Carlisle St, St Kilda
              4. process) 0421 853 266 [email protected]
              1. 6pm
              2. Nourish Dinner
              3. Highett
              4. Bookings are essential
              1. – 8pm
              2. hosted by Highett Neighbourhood House
              3. Neighbourhood
              4. 0492 800 592
              1. FREE
              2. Enjoy a FREE nutritious dinner with us and members of your community over good food and music. Spaces are limited.
              3. House 2 Livingston St, Highett
              4. [email protected]
              1. FRIDAY 14 OCTOBER
              1. 9am –
              2. FREE Hearing Test
              3. Sandybeach
              4. Bookings are essential
              1. 12noon
              2. hosted by Sandybeach Centre
              3. Centre
              4. 9598 2155
              1. FREE
              2. Sandybeach Centre invite residents to a FREE hearing test by Hearing Australia in their fully equipped mobile hearing van. Wander down and let this government funded service help you rediscover the joy of sound!
              3. 2 Sims St, Sandringham
              1. Time
              2. Event
              3. Where
              4. Bookings
              1. FRIDAY 14 OCTOBER
              1. 9:30am –
              2. Silver Salties Come & Try Morning
              3. Sandringham
              4. Bookings are essential
              1. 11:30am
              2. hosted by Silver Salties
              3. Life Saving
              4. 0435 953 585
              1. FREE
              2. Silver Salties is a low impact, fitness and wellbeing program offering over 60's social and active participation opportunities. Wander down
              3. Club Beach Road opposite The
              4. membership@sandringhamlsc. org.au
              1. to the Sandringham Life Saving Club on Friday
              2. Crescent Park,
              1. 14th October for a come and try morning to find
              2. Sandringham
              1. out more and to enjoy FREE Yoga, Pilates, Swim
              1. Confidence, Group Functional Fitness, Tai Chi
              1. and more.
              1. 10am –
              2. High Tea at Castlefield
              3. Castlefield
              4. No bookings are required
              1. 11:30am
              2. hosted by Castlefield Community Centre
              3. Community
              4. 9068 3882
              1. FREE
              2. Join us for high tea at Castlefield Community Centre. Enjoy a cuppa whilst meeting others from Bayside. Come by yourself or with a friend. We look forward to seeing you.
              3. Centre 505 Bluff Rd, Hampton
              1. 11:30am –
              2. Movement to Music Class
              3. Highett
              4. Bookings are essential
              1. 12:30pm
              2. hosted by Highett Neighbourhood House
              3. Neighbourhood
              4. 0492 800 592
              1. FREE
              2. Move and groove to the classic hits in this fun and lively class whilst improving your health and vitality.
              3. House 2 Livingston St, Highett
              4. [email protected]
              1. 1pm
              2. YOGAMIGOS
              3. Highett
              4. Bookings are essential
              1. – 2pm
              2. hosted by Highett Neighbourhood House
              3. Neighbourhood
              4. 0492 800 592
              1. FREE
              2. This is a fun, inclusive and engaging class focusing on relaxation, mindfulness, breathing techniques and so much more.
              3. House 2 Livingston St, Highett
              4. [email protected]
              1. SATURDAY 15 OCTOBER
              1. 1pm
              2. Come and Try Croquet
              3. Brighton
              4. No bookings are required
              1. – 3pm
              2. hosted by Brighton Croquet Club
              3. Croquet Club
              4. brightoncroquetclub@gmail.
              1. FREE
              2. Let us introduce you to the sport of croquet. Playing croquet is a social activity that offers gentle exercise and mental stimulation. Open to all ages and genders, it is a lot of fun.
              3. 6 Bleazby Ave, Brighton
              4. com
              1. 2pm
              2. Beaumaris Modern Bus Tour
              3. Beaumaris
              4. Bookings are essential
              1. – 4pm
              2. hosted by Bayside Gallery
              3. bus departure
              4. 9261 7111
              1. $15.00
              2. Join Curator, Andrew Gaynor, and Beaumaris Modern Author and designer, Fiona Austin, for this rare insight into the stunning mid-century architecture within Beaumaris. You will be bussed around the picturesque streets of Beaumaris, whilst viewing and hearing about some of the most stunning examples of these homes in Bayside, and Australia. Bus departure location will be shared with ticket holders prior to the day.
              3. location to be advised
              4. bayside.vic.gov.au/seniorsfestival
              1. SUNDAY 16 OCTOBER
              1. 10.00am
              2. The Japanese Experience
              3. Hampton
              4. Bookings are essential
              1. – 12noon
              2. hosted by Bayside Japan Club
              3. Seniors
              4. [email protected]
              1. GOLD
              2. Come and enjoy the warm hospitality of the Bayside
              3. Centre
                1. Figure
              1. COIN
              2. Japan Club. Join regulars for a special celebration
              3. 14 Service St
              1. DONATION
              2. of traditional Japanese culture. There will be an introduction to Origami, Sumie, Calligraphy, and an Ikebana demonstration. The morning will finish with a beautiful tea ceremony. Everyone is warmly welcome.
              3. Hampton
              1. 1pm
              2. The Japanese Experience
              3. Hampton
              4. Bookings are essential
              1. – 3pm
              2. hosted by Bayside Japan Club
              3. Seniors
              4. [email protected]
              1. GOLD COIN DONATION
              2. Come and enjoy the warm hospitality of the Bayside Japan Club. Join regulars for a Kimono experience and how to make earrings. The afternoon concludes with a beautiful tea ceremony. Everyone is warmly welcome.
              3. Centre 14 Service St Hampton
                1. Figure
              1. 2pm
              2. History of Sandringham (and its trams!)
              3. The George
              4. Bookings are essential
              1. – 4pm
              2. hosted by Sandringham and District Historical
              3. Retirement
              4. 9133 8788
              1. FREE
              2. Society and The George Aveo Dip your toes into some of the fascinating history of Sandringham, including the Sandringham trams. Take this opportunity to view photo collections, books, and to find out about the Sandringham Historical Walk. You are invited to bring your historical photos and memories to share and enjoy. Afternoon tea will be provided.
              3. Village, Aveo 15 George St, Sandringham
              1. 3pm
              2. Vocally Wild Choir 'Spring Concert'
              3. Brighton
              4. Bookings are essential
              1. – 5pm
              2. hosted by Vocally Wild Choir Inc.
              3. Town Hall
              4. [email protected]
              1. SEE COSTS
              2. Vocally Wild Choir, a Bayside based community choir, led by Musical Director Dr. Bill Miles with Emma Lippa, piano accompanist, will present a 90-minute Spring Concert at the Brighton Town Hall on Sunday, 16th October. The concert will celebrate the Choir's return to singing after a disrupted couple of years and showcase young, local, and exceptionally talented musicians. Includes afternoon tea. $15 (over 16 years) $8 (6-16 years) FREE (Under 6 years)
              3. Cnr Carpenter and Wilson Sts, Brighton
              4. trybooking.com/CBRMF
              1. MONDAY 17 OCTOBER
              1. 9:30am –
              2. Silver Salties Yoga
              3. Sandringham
              4. Bookings are essential
              1. 10:15am
              2. hosted by Silver Salties
              3. Life Saving
              4. 0435 953 585
              1. FREE
              2. Experience the positive mind and body benefits of Yoga. Led by a trained instructor learn how to improve your wellbeing with gentle movements, quiet contemplation, focus and breathing.
              3. Club Beach Road opposite The Crescent Park, Sandringham
              4. membership@sandringhamlsc. org.au
              1. 6pm
              2. Library Art for Fun
              3. Beaumaris
              4. Bookings are essential
              1. – 7pm
              2. hosted by Bayside Library Service
              3. Library
              4. 9261 7125
              1. FREE
              2. Join us at Beaumaris library for an evening of art exploration, where the focus is on the process and not the outcome. Have fun and explore different media each week. Check in closer to the time for updates on what we'll be doing each week.
              3. 96 Reserve Rd, Beaumaris
              4. bayside.vic.gov.au/ seniorsfestival
              1. TUESDAY 18 OCTOBER
              1. 9:30am –
              2. Silver Salties Tai Chi
              3. Sandringham
              4. Bookings are essential
              1. 10:30am
              2. hosted by Silver Salties
              3. Life Saving
              4. 0435 953 585
              1. FREE
              2. Tai Chi is characterised by movements that are flowing and gentle which is great for older adults wanting a low-impact, slower paced workout. Join this FREE class to experience the benefits first hand.
              3. Club Beach Road opposite The Crescent Park, Sandringham
              4. membership@sandringhamlsc. org.au
              1. 11am – 12noon FREE
              2. One-on-One Device Advice hosted by Bayside Library Service Book into these fifteen minute one-on-one sessions with a staff member for help with your device such asiPad, smartphone, laptop or tablet.
              3. Beaumaris Library 96 Reserve Rd, Beaumaris
              4. Bookings are essential 9261 7125 bayside.vic.gov.au/ seniorsfestival
              1. 1pm – 3pm FREE
              2. Healthy Dumpling Making Masterclass hosted by Culture Connect Chinese Australia Brighton Beach Inc. Learn how to make healthy and delicious dumplings and experience how cooking connects cultures! Tastings included.
              3. Brighton Seniors Centre and on-line 23 Durrant St, Brighton
              4. Bookings are essential [email protected] trybooking.com/CBGBM
              1. TUESDAY 18 OCTOBER
              1. 1pm
              2. Come & Try Croquet
              3. Sandringham
              4. Bookings are essential
              1. – 3pm
              2. hosted by Sandringham Croquet Club Inc.
              3. Croquet Club
              4. [email protected]
              1. FREE
              2. Golf Croquet is a game that can be played at any
              3. 96 Beach Rd,
                1. Figure
              1. age. It provides gentle, low impact physical activity
              2. Sandringham
              1. in an outdoor setting. Members from this friendly
              2. (on the city
              1. and sociable club will be on hand to explain and
              2. side of the
              1. demonstrate the basic skills required to play the
              2. B10 car park,
              1. game. All you need to bring is flat soled shoes,
              2. opposite
              1. clothing appropriate to the weather conditions
              2. Abbott St)
              1. and a give it a go attitude!
              1. 1pm –
              2. Carers Lunch
              3. Sandringham
              4. Bookings are essential
              1. 2:30pm
              2. hosted by Sandybeach Centre
              3. Hotel
              4. 9598 2155
              1. $5.00
              2. In recognition of Carers Week, Sandybeach is hosting a "Thank You" lunch for Bayside Carers. If you are someone who provides unpaid care and support to family members or friends, join us for lunch for some respite and connect with other local carers.
              3. 118 Beach Rd, Sandringham
              4. sandybeach.org.au
              1. 1:30pm
              2. Merry Melodies Concert
              3. St Agnes
              4. No bookings are required
              1. – 4pm
              2. hosted by St Agnes Anglican Church
              3. Anglican
              1. $10.00
              2. Enjoy a two hour live concert featuring a
              3. Church
              1. ON
              2. four piece band and retired professional musical
              3. 35 Arkaringa
              1. ARRIVAL
              2. stage performers. We welcome the audience to
              3. Crescent,
              1. CASH
              2. sing-a-long to songs from popular shows and
              3. Black Rock
              1. ONLY
              2. musicals of yesteryear. Afternoon tea is included.
              1. 6pm –
              2. World Menopause Day: Kanopy Film Screening
              3. Sandringham
              4. Bookings are essential
              1. 7:30pm
              2. "Aurore"
              3. Library
              4. 9261 7125
              1. FREE
              2. 8 Waltham St, Sandringham
              3. bayside.vic.gov.au/ seniorsfestival
              1. WEDNESDAY 19 OCTOBER
              1. 9:30am
              2. Easy bike ride
              3. Middle
              4. No bookings are required
              1. – 11am
              2. hosted by Brighton Bayside Life Activities Club
              3. Brighton
              4. [email protected]
              1. FREE
              2. (BBLAC) Ride approximately 6km from Middle Brighton Baths to the Beachcomber Cafe in St Kilda for coffee and back.
              3. Baths 251 Esplanade, Brighton
                1. Figure
              1. WEDNESDAY 19 OCTOBER
              1. 10am –
              2. Silver Salties Be Confident Swimming in the Bay
              3. Sandringham
              4. Bookings are essential
              1. 10:45am
              2. hosted by Silver Salties
              3. Life Saving
              4. 0435 953 585
              1. FREE
              2. The Silver Salties swimming classes are open
              3. Club
              4. membership@sandringhamlsc.
              1. for swimmers of all levels and abilities.
              2. Beach Road
              3. org.au
              1. An instructor will be on site to help build your
              2. opposite
                1. Figure
              1. confidence to swim in open water (in the Bay).
              2. The Crescent
              1. As swimming is non-weight-bearing and friendly on
              2. Park,
              1. the joints, there is no better way to exercise as we age.
              2. Sandringham
              1. 11am –
              2. Heritage walk: Homes of Church Street Hill
              3. Meet outside
              4. Bookings are essential
              1. 12noon
              2. hosted by Brighton Historical Society
              3. the Half Moon
              4. 9553 8650
              1. $10.00 PER PERSON
              2. Join Brighton Historical Society volunteers on a guided walk along Church Street Hill. You will hear about some of the early homes and families who lived in the area from the mid1800s.
              3. Hotel 120 Church St, Middle Brighton
              4. [email protected]
              1. 12:30pm
              2. $250 Power Saving Bonus Information Session
              3. Sandringham
              4. Bookings are essential
              1. – 1:30pm
              2. hosted by Bayside Library Service
              3. Library
              4. 9261 7125
              1. FREE
              2. The $250 Power Saving Bonus for Victorian households is a one-off $250 payment to ease cost-of-living pressures and encourage Victorians to compare their household energy prices and save money. This information session will step you through the application process. To be eligible for the saving bonus, you must be a Victorian residential energy consumer and be an electricity account holder.
              3. 8 Waltham St, Sandringham
              4. bayside.vic.gov.au/ seniorsfestival
              1. 3:30pm
              2. $250 Power Saving Bonus Information Session
              3. Brighton
              4. Bookings are essential
              1. – 4:30pm
              2. At Brighton Library
              3. Library
              4. 9261 7125
              1. FREE
              2. hosted by Bayside Library Service The $250 Power Saving Bonus for Victorian households is a one-off $250 payment to ease cost-of-living pressures and encourage Victorians to compare their household energy prices and save money. This information session will step you through the application process. To be eligible for the saving bonus, you must be a Victorian residential energy consumer and be an electricity account holder.
              3. 14 Wilson St, Brighton
              4. bayside.vic.gov.au/ seniorsfestival
              1. THURSDAY 20 OCTOBER
              1. 10am –
              2. Come and try seated to standing dance class
              3. Hampton
              4. Bookings are essential
              1. 12noon
              2. hosted by Dance for Parkinson's & Wellbeing
              3. Seniors
              4. 0417 071 364
              1. FREE
              2. Hampton Join experienced dance teacher Shannon Parsons as she guides you through a seated to standing dance class. People of all abilities and mobilities are welcome to join the fun of dancing to great music. Includes morning tea and terrific social connections.
              3. Centre 14 Service St, Hampton
              4. [email protected]
              1. THURSDAY 20 OCTOBER
              1. 10:30am
              2. Silver Salties Fitness Class
              3. Sandringham
              4. Bookings are essential
              1. – 11:15am
              2. hosted by Silver Salties
              3. Life Saving
              4. 0435 953 585
              1. FREE
              2. The Silver Salties functional fitness class will help you to lose weight, build balance stability, increase muscular strength, endurance, flexibility and aerobic capacity.
              3. Club Beach Road opposite The Crescent Park, Sandringham
              4. membership@sandringhamlsc. org.au
              1. 1pm
              2. Bicycle Repair Workshop
              3. Bayside
              4. Bookings are essential
              1. – 4pm
              2. hosted by Bayside City Council
              3. City Council
              4. 9599 4495
              1. FREE
              2. In this FREE hands-on workshop, learn skills in bicycle repair and maintenance, including adjusting the seat, tuning gears and brakes and changing tyres.
              3. Corporate Centre 76 Royal Ave, Sandringham
              4. [email protected] bayside.vic.gov.au/ seniorsfestival
              1. 6pm
              2. "A Kind Of Magic" With Anna Spargo-Ryan
              3. Sandringham
              4. Bookings are essential
              1. – 7pm
              2. hosted by Bayside Library Service
              3. Library
              4. 9261 7125
              1. FREE
              2. Join award-winning local author Anna Spargo-Ryan in conversation with Claire Halliday. They'll discuss Anna's brand new, sharp-eyed and illuminating memoir that pieces together the relationships between time, mental illness, and our brain as the keeper of our stories.
              3. 8 Waltham St, Sandringham
              4. bayside.vic.gov.au/ seniorsfestival
              1. FRIDAY 21 OCTOBER
              1. 9:30am
              2. Silver Salties Pilates
              3. Sandringham
              4. Bookings are essential
              1. – 10:15am
              2. hosted by Silver Salties
              3. Life Saving
              4. 0435 953 585
              1. FREE
              2. Pilates increases strength and flexibility in both the core and the legs, which positively affects strength and balance. Join this FREE class to experience the benefits first hand.
              3. Club Beach Road opposite The Crescent Park, Sandringham
              4. membership@sandringhamlsc. org.au
              1. 10am –
              2. Downsizing and Decluttering Information
              3. Sandringham
              4. Bookings are essential
              1. 11:30am
              2. Session
              3. Library
              4. 0404 293 485
              1. FREE
              2. hosted by Bayside City Council
              3. (Multipurpose
              4. info@downsizingconnections.
              1. Looking to downsize and not sure where to start?
              2. room)
              3. com.au
              1. Come and learn how to relieve the stress of
              2. 8 Waltham
              1. decluttering, feel more confident and in control of
              2. Street,
              1. your downsizing journey.
              2. Sandringham
              1. SATURDAY 22 OCTOBER
              1. 9am – 11:30am FREE
              2. Celebrate Children's Week hosted by Bayside City Council Each year Children’s Week, held on the fourth week in October, celebrates the right of all children to enjoy childhood and creates a time for children to demonstrate their skills, talents and abilities. To celebrate, there will be FREE activities including an animal farm, wild action zoo, face painting and more!
              3. Bayside City Council Corporate Centre 76 Royal Ave, Sandringham
              4. No bookings are required Leanne - 9599 4324
              1. SATURDAY 22 OCTOBER
              1. 1pm –
              2. Big Draw at Bayside Gallery
              3. Bayside
              4. No bookings are required
              1. 4:30pm
              2. hosted by Bayside Gallery
              3. Gallery
              4. 9261 7111
              1. FREE
              2. Come on down to the Bayside Gallery to celebrate Big Draw, an annual international event that celebrates drawing! This year, bring the whole family along, and have some fun with chalk! This artist guided afternoon will be a hit with young and old alike!
              3. Cnr Carpenter and Wilson Sts, Brighton
              1. SUNDAY 23 OCTOBER
              1. 2:30pm
              2. Family Fun for Young and Old : Learn to Draw
              3. St Michaels
              4. Bookings are essential
              1. – 3:30pm
              2. Cartoons
              3. Anglican
              4. 9589 3094
              1. FREE
              2. hosted by St Michael's Anglican Church Beaumaris Cardytoons creator and presenter Brett Cardwell will guide children, their parents, grandparents and
              3. Church Hall 28 Dalgetty Rd Beaumaris
              4. beaumarisanglican@westnet. com.au
              1. carers in the skills of cartooning as they produce
              2. 3193
              1. their own works of contemporary art. This is an
              1. intergenerational event. Refreshments will be
              1. provided afterwards.
              1. 3pm
              2. Live musical performance
              3. Hampton
              4. Bookings are essential
              1. – 6pm
              2. hosted by Senior Russian Social Club " Friendship"
              3. Seniors
              4. Roza - 0406 494 188
              1. SEE COSTS
              2. This event will certainly entertain you. Enjoy a live musical performance by The Lotus Choir, directed by Michael Gorlin. This choir promotes multicultural music by singing in various languages including Ukrainian, Russian, and English. This is followed by a 2 course meal and dancing under the guidance of professional singer and presenter Regina Fridburg. Members - $15.00 Guests - $20.00
              3. Centre 14 Service St, Hampton
              4. Rachel - 0423 488 094
              1. MONDAY 24 OCTOBER
              1. 9:30am –
              2. Silver Salties Yoga
              3. Sandringham
              4. Bookings are essential
              1. 10:15am
              2. hosted by Silver Salties
              3. Life Saving
              4. 0435 953 585
              1. FREE
              2. Experience the positive mind and body benefits
              3. Club
              4. membership@sandringhamlsc.
              1. of Yoga. Led by a trained instructor learn how to
              2. Beach Road
              3. org.au
              1. improve your wellbeing with gentle movements,
              2. opposite
                1. Figure
              1. quiet contemplation, focus and breathing.
              2. The Crescent
              1. Park,
              1. Sandringham
              1. 6pm
              2. Library Art for Fun
              3. Beaumaris
              4. Bookings are essential
              1. – 7pm
              2. hosted by Bayside Library Service
              3. Library
              4. 9261 7125
              1. FREE
              2. Join us at Beaumaris library for an evening of art exploration, where the focus is on the process and not the outcome. Have fun and explore different media each week. Check in closer to the time for updates on what we'll be doing each week.
              3. 96 Reserve Rd, Beaumaris
              4. bayside.vic.gov.au/ seniorsfestival
              1. TUESDAY 25 OCTOBER
              1. 9am –
              2. Bird walk at Cheltenham Park
              3. Cheltenham
              4. Bookings are essential
              1. 10:30am
              2. hosted by BirdLife Bayside
              3. Park
              4. 0433 015 282
              1. FREE
              2. Join BirdLife Bayside for a leisurely bird walk around Cheltenham Park. Meet in the first car park off Park Road. Toilets available.
              3. Meet in the first car park off Park Rd, Cheltenham
              4. [email protected]
              1. 9:30am –
              2. Silver Salties Tai Chi
              3. Sandringham
              4. Bookings are essential
              1. 10:30am
              2. hosted by Silver Salties
              3. Life Saving
              4. 0435 953 585
              1. FREE
              2. Tai Chi is characterised by movements that are flowing and gentle which is great for older adults wanting a low-impact, slower paced workout. Join this FREE class to experience the benefits first hand.
              3. Club Beach Road opposite The Crescent Park, Sandringham
              4. membership@sandringhamlsc. org.au
              1. 11am –
              2. One-on-One Device Advice
              3. Beaumaris
              4. Bookings are essential
              1. 12noon
              2. hosted by Bayside Library Service
              3. Library
              4. 9261 7125
              1. FREE
              2. Book into these fifteen minute one-on-one sessions with a staff member for help with your device such as iPad, smartphone, laptop or tablet.
              3. 96 Reserve Rd, Beaumaris
              4. bayside.vic.gov.au/ seniorsfestival
              1. 2pm
              2. Beachside walk
              3. Car park B13
              4. No bookings are required
              1. – 4pm
              2. hosted by Brighton Bayside Life Activities Club
              3. Beach Rd
              4. [email protected]
              1. FREE
              2. (BBLAC) Join a group to walk from Half Moon Bay to Bluff Rd Black Rock for coffee and back.
              3. opposite Eliza St, Black Rock
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              1. WEDNESDAY 26 OCTOBER
              1. 10am –
              2. Silver Salties Be Confident Swimming in the Bay
              3. Sandringham
              4. Bookings are essential
              1. 10:45am
              2. hosted by Silver Salties
              3. Life Saving
              4. 0435 953 585
              1. FREE
                1. -
              3. Club Beach Road opposite The Crescent Park, Sandringham
              4. membership@sandringhamlsc. org.au
              1. 2pm
              2. Come and Try Community Singing
              3. Hampton
              4. No bookings are required
              1. – 4pm
              2. hosted by Sing Australia Bayside
              3. Community
              1. FREE
              2. At Sing Australia we believe singing is for everyone and that every voice is beautiful and cherished. We welcome you to come along and join local community members as we sing popular songs in a supportive environment. You will be surprised how alive you will feel after 1.5 hours of singing. Stay back to socialise and chat over a cuppa.
              3. Centre 14 Willis St, Hampton
              1. Time
              2. Event
              3. Where
              4. Bookings
              1. WEDNESDAY 26 OCTOBER
              1. 2:30pm
              2. Purposeful Retirement : How to bring happiness and
              3. St Michael's
              4. Bookings are essential
              1. – 4pm
              2. meaning to your retirement
              3. Anglican
              4. 9589 3094
              1. FREE
              2. hosted by St Michael's Anglican Church Beaumaris Paul Arnott from Q4 is dedicated to helping people live life to the full in the fourth quarter of their life by re-thinking the prevailing narrative of retirement. Paul, a former ABC radio current affairs interviewer, producer and presenter will be sharing his wisdom on retirement in this participatory workshop.
              3. Church 28 Dalgetty Rd Beaumaris 3193
              4. beaumarisanglican@ westnet.com.au
              1. 7.30pm – 9.30pm FREE
              2. Come and Try Toastmasters hosted by Sandbelt Toastmasters Club Whether you want to develop public speaking skills, exercise the mind, or simply enjoy an evening of live, interactive entertainment, Sandbelt Toastmasters Club is the place for you! A light supper will be provided at intermission."
              3. Beaumaris Library Multipurpose room/small hall (use Library entry) 96 Reserve Rd, Beaumaris
              4. Bookings are essential 0419 507 952
              1. THURSDAY 27 OCTOBER
              1. 10:30am – 11:15am FREE
              2. Silver Salties Fitness Class hosted by Silver Salties The Silver Salties functional fitness class will help you to lose weight, build balance stability, increase muscular strength, endurance, flexibility and aerobic capacity.
              3. Sandringham Life Saving Club Beach Road opposite The Crescent Park, Sandringham
              4. Bookings are essential 0435 953 585 membership@ sandringhamlsc.org.au
              1. 6pm – 9pm FREE
              2. Kiss the Ground - Film Screening hosted by Bayside City Council Join us for a FREE screening of award-winning documentary film Kiss the Ground. Narrated by Woody Harrelson, the film explores the practice of regenerative agriculture and its powerful role in reversing climate change.
              3. Classic Cinemas 9 Gordon St, Elsternwick
              4. Bookings are essential 9599 4495 [email protected]. gov.au bayside.vic.gov.au/ seniorsfestival
              1. 6pm
              2. "The Soulmate" with Sally Hepworth
              3. Brighton Library
              4. Bookings are essential
              1. – 7pm FREE
              2. hosted by Bayside Library Service Join New York Times bestselling local author Sally
              3. 14 Wilson St, Brighton
              4. 9261 7125 bayside.vic.gov.au/
              1. Hepworth as she talks about her latest novel "The Soulmate", described by Trent Dalton as “Endlessly
              2. seniorsfestival
              1. mysterious. Sally is a born storyteller, delivering scalpel-
              1. cut insights into modern marriage and the things we
              1. overlook in the name of love. The Soulmate is Sally at her
              1. page-turning, knuckle-biting best.”
              1. FRIDAY 28 OCTOBER
              1. 9:30am – 10:15am FREE
              2. Silver Salties Pilates hosted by Silver Salties Pilates increases strength and flexibility in both the core and the legs, which positively affects strength and balance. Join this free class to experience the benefits first hand.
              3. Sandringham Life Saving Club Beach Road opposite The Crescent Park, Sandringham
              4. Bookings are essential 0435 953 585 membership@ sandringhamlsc.org.au
              1. 10am
              2. Life activities offerings
              3. Masonic Hall
              4. No bookings are
              1. – 11am
              2. hosted by Sandringham Life Activities Club (SLAC)
              3. 23 Abbott St,
              4. required
              1. FREE
              2. If you are young at heart and keen to meet friendly, like minded people, join us for a chat over morning tea and discover the wide range of social, physical and wellbeing activities and special events on offer at the Sandringham Life Activities Club.
              3. Sandringham
              4. secretary@ lifesandringham.org.au
              1. Time
              2. Event
              3. Where
              4. Bookings
              1. SUNDAY 30 OCTOBER
              1. 2pm –
              2. Special Sunday Storytime For Children's Week /
              3. Sandringham
              4. Bookings are essential
              1. 2:30pm
              2. Grandparents' Day
              3. Library
              4. 9261 7125
              1. FREE
              2. hosted by Bayside Library Service Join us this Grandparents' Day at Sandringham
              3. 8 Waltham St, Sandringham
              4. bayside.vic.gov.au/ seniorsfestival
              1. Library for a special, Sunday afternoon storytime. Everyone is welcome. We know that not everyone has grandparents nearby or who are able to be involved, so this storytime celebrates Children's Week and all our diverse families. Hang around after the storytime to play, colour-in or just hang out. Our libraries all have buckets of beautiful books, as well as toys to play with from the amazing Bayside Toy Library.
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              1. MONDAY 31 OCTOBER
              1. 10:30am – 11:45am FREE
              2. Morning Melodies hosted by St Michael's Anglican Church Beaumaris A morning of entertainment and rollicking fun with songs from the 60s and 70s by guest performer Greg Salter with morning tea to follow.
              3. St Michaels Anglican Church 28 Dalgetty Rd Beaumaris
              4. Bookings are essential 9589 3094 beaumarisanglican@ westnet.com.au
              1. 6pm
              2. Library Art for Fun
              3. Beaumaris
              4. Bookings are essential
              1. – 7pm
              2. hosted by Bayside Library Service
              3. Library
              4. 9261 7125
              1. FREE
              2. Join us at Beaumaris library for an evening of art exploration, where the focus is on the process and not the outcome. Have fun and explore different media each week. Check in closer to the time for updates on what we'll be doing each week.
              3. 96 Reserve Rd, Beaumaris
              4. bayside.vic.gov.au/ seniorsfestival
              1. SATURDAY 1 – 23 OCTOBER
              1. Wed & Fri
              2. Past Lives: Bayside Stories Exhibition
              3. Bayside
              4. No bookings are required
              1. 11am – 5pm
              2. hosted by Bayside Gallery
              3. Gallery
              4. 9261 7111
              1. Sat & Sun 1pm – 5pm FREE
              2. Past lives highlights significant events and characters that have shaped Bayside’s past. Drawing from Bayside City Council’s collection and from the local historical societies, the exhibition will explore topics such as Brighton’s 19th century land boom and important well-known identities such as Thomas Bent, as well as fascinating untold stories from our community.
              3. Cnr Carpenter and Wilson Sts, Brighton
              1. MONDAY 3 – 31 OCTOBER
              1. 9:15am
              2. FREE Month Trial of Programs
              3. Sandybeach
              4. Bookings are essential
              1. – 4:15pm
              2. hosted by Sandybeach Centre
              3. Centre
              4. 9598 2155
              1. FREE
              2. Sandybeach Centre is an inclusive organisation that offers programs and services for people to meet, connect, learn and have fun. During the month of October 2022, they are offering FREE trials in any of their programs. Visit www.sandybeach.org.au/courses-and-activities or call today. Places are limited.
              3. 2 Sims St, Sandringham
              4. MONTH LONG EVENT
          13. From 2 to 9 October take advantage of free public transport with your Seniors myki and Victorian Seniors card.
          14. Explore Melbourne and regional Victoria or experience the many live Seniors Festival events.
            1. Catch public transport and save on petrol and the stress of looking for a park.
            2. Plan your journey at ptv.vic.gov.au/seniorsfestival
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