BOOKINGS

SUPPORTS

Activity costs will vary. For cash payments or assistance with bookings please call 5222 3911 or email getactive@leisurenetwoks.org

Book in three easy steps. 1 – Go to website 2 – find event 3 – select event and follow the prompts

This program is suitable for people who can be supported in a 1:4 ratio. If you require a more support please call us to discuss.

MEET NEW PEOPLE and develop friendships

BUILD YOUR CAPACITY to access your local community and surrounding areas

MAKE NEW CONTACTS in your community and widen your circles of support

OPPORTUNITIES to try new things and challenge yourself

BRING YOUR IDEAS and help to build the program that you want

OUTCOMESYOU CAN EXPECT FROM ATTENDING SOCIAL SATURDAYS

www.leisurenetworks.org/find-whats-onBookings open Monday 27th November 2017

January - June 2018

MEETING AND PICK UP POINTSEach activity has a meeting and pick up location listed. Please ensure you keep this with you as a reference. Should the location change a text message will be sent at least 24 hours prior with details.

WHAT TO BRING A day pack with a hat, water bottle, and sunscreen and in winter,

rain jacket, is always recommended. Each activity has specifics listed. If we require you to bring any other last minute items you

will be sent a text at least 24 hours prior to the activity.

REFUNDSIf you cancel from an activity we are not obliged to provide a

refund. Refunds will be determined based on time out from activity, ability to fill your place and whether tickets have

been pre-purchased.

TRANSPORTHome pick-ups / drop offs can sometimes be arranged. Please call us on 5222 3911 to discuss.

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FEBRUARY

MARCH

PIRATE SUNDAYS @ POLLY WOODSIDE Sunday 4th February 9.30am – 4pm Cost: $8

Drop off/pick up location: LN Headquarters, 4 Verner St, South Geelong What to bring: Companion Card (if you have one), lunch and snacks.Arrrghh me hearties! It’s Pirate day. Please note, as a Sunday activity this will have a higher cost out of your NDIS Plan.

RIVERWALK PLAY PARK @ WERRIBEE/ ALTONA BEACH Saturday 3rd March 9am – 3.30pm Cost: FREE

Drop off/pick up location: LN Headquarters, 4 Verner St, South GeelongWhat to bring: Lunch (snacks provided), hat and sunscreen, bathers and towel plus spare clothes.Make a splash at Werribee’s Riverwalk play park. Pack your bathers and get ready to have a blast at this awesome outdoor water playground. After this, we will head to Altona beach for some lunch and exploring.

SOVEREIGN HILL OVERNIGHT CAMP 17th – 18th March

NATIONAL SPORTS MUSEUM Saturday 17th February 9am – 4.30pm Cost: $10

Drop off/pick up location: South Geelong Train Station, Yarra St, South GeelongWhat to bring: MYKI, Companion Card (if you have one), lunch (snacks provided). Take the train to Melbourne to explore the National Sports Museum at the MCG and try out some of the super fun activities they have there.

ROCK OUT DISCO NIGHT Saturday 24th March 5pm – 8pm Cost FREE

Drop off/pick up location: LN Headquarters, 4 Verner St, South GeelongWhat to bring: Nothing!We have the disco ball, the karaoke machine, the food and the fun, all you need to bring is your dancing shoes!

EASTER SATURDAY – NO ACTIVITIES Saturday 31st March

APRILSCHOOL HOLIDAYS – NO ACTIVITIES Saturday 7th April

MAY

YOU YANGS/ SERENDIP SANCTUARY EXPLORE Saturday 28th April 9am – 3pm Cost FREE

Drop off/pick up location: LN Headquarters, 4 Verner St, South GeelongWhat to bring: A couple of snacks, hat and sunscreen.A favourite for our Social Saturdays, head to the You Yangs to explore the beautiful bushland, cook up a BBQ and then spend some time at Serendip Sanctuary.

SUPATRAMP Saturday 12th May 10am – 3pm Cost $15

Drop off/pick up location: LN Headquarters, 4 Verner St, South GeelongWhat to bring: Lunch (snacks provided).Jump, bounce, climb, laugh, and eat. It’s all at Supatramp! The afternoon will include a surprise trip somewhere fun.

BALLARAT WILDLIFE PARK Saturday 14th April 9am – 4pm Cost $15

Drop off/pick up location: LN Headquarters, 4 Verner St, South GeelongWhat to bring: Companion card (if you have one), lunch and snacks, hat and sunscreen.The little penguins have arrived at Ballarat Wildlife park, so come with us as we go and say hi to them and all their animal friends.

TIMEZONE AND LUNCH Saturday 26th May 10am – 3pm Cost $10

Drop off/pick up location: LN Headquarters, 4 Verner St, South GeelongWhat to bring: Companion Card (if you have one), snacks (lunch provided).Take on your mates at Timezone, before heading back to LN to cook up a yummy lunch together.

JUNETHE AVENGERS S.T.A.T.I.O.N Saturday 9th June 9am – 4.30pm Cost $15

Drop off/pick up location: LN Headquarters, 4 Verner St, South GeelongWhat to bring: MYKI, Companion Card (if you have one), lunch (snacks provided).The Avengers have come to Melbourne, so we are going to visit their training station. This one is going to be AWESOME!

MAKE YOUR OWN DREAM CATCHER Saturday 23rd June 10am – 3pm Cost $5

Drop off/pick up location: LN Headquarters, 4 Verner St, South GeelongWhat to bring: Nothing!Spend the day getting crafty as we make our own special dreamcatchers to take home.

FEBRUARYBEAUTY AND THE BEAST @ GPAC Saturday 3rd February 12pm – 5pm Cost: $40

Drop off/pick up location: GPAC, 50 Little Malop St (entrance opposite the Geelong Library)What to bring: Companion Card (if you have one), lunch and snacks.Be our guest as we head off to see the much-loved story of Belle and the Beast come to life on stage.

NIGHT JAR MARKET Friday 16th February 5pm – 9pm Cost: FREE

Drop off/pick up location: GPAC, 50 Little Malop St (entrance opposite the Geelong Library)What to bring: Companion Card (if you have one), money to buy food/ stallholder goods if you wish.Get involved in Geelong’s favourite summer night market. Tonight you will be able to try food from lots of different countries, dance to great local music and if you wish, buy some local produce and trinkets.

APOLLO BAY WEEKEND AWAY 9th – 11th February

PAKO FESTA Saturday 24th February 10.30am – 3pm Cost: FREE

Drop off/pick up location: LN Headquarters, 4 Verner St, South GeelongWhat to bring: Lunch and snacks (or money to buy food).Geelong’s most visited local festival is back for a day of colour, fun and celebration.

STAND UP PADDLE BOARDING Saturday 3th March 10am – 4pm Cost: $25

Drop off/pick up location: LN Headquarters, 4 Verner St, South GeelongWhat to bring: Snacks (BBQ lunch provided), bathers and towel, spare clothes to change in to.Head down to the river for a day of SUP’ing! You will need to refuel after a big day so a BBQ lunch will be in order!

MARCH

MOVIES AND LUNCH Saturday 10th March 10am – 3pm Cost: $10

Drop off/pick up location: LN Headquarters, 4 Verner St, South GeelongWhat to bring: Companion Card (if you have one), snacks for the movie or money to buy food.See the latest movie and enjoy a nice lunch with friends. Movie options: Black Panther, Game Night, Tomb Raider.

HORSE RIDING Saturday 17th March 10am – 4pm Cost: $25

Drop off/pick up location: LN Headquarters, 4 Verner St, South GeelongWhat to bring: Appropriate clothing including closed toed shoes, lunch and snacks.Giddy up! Head off on a lovely trail ride for the day.

APRIL

LERDERDERG GORGE BUSHWALK/BBQ Saturday 14th April 9am – 4pm Cost: FREE

Drop off/pick up location: LN Headquarters, 4 Verner St, South GeelongWhat to bring: Snacks, appropriate walking attire, hat and sunscreen.Drive out to Bacchus Marsh for a lovely day out at the Lerderderg state park.

ROCK OUT DISCO NIGHT Saturday 12th May 5pm – 9.30pm Cost: FREE

Drop off/pick up location: LN Headquarters, 4 Verner St, South GeelongWhat to bring: Nothing!We have the disco ball, the karaoke machine, the food and the fun, all you need to bring is your dancing shoes!

BALLARAT WILDLIFE PARK Saturday 21st April 9am – 4pm Cost: $20

Drop off/pick up location: LN Headquarters, 4 Verner St, South GeelongWhat to bring: Companion card (if you have one), lunch and snacks, hat and sunscreen.The little penguins have arrived at Ballarat Wildlife park, so come with us as we go and say hi to them and all their animal friends.

DAYLESFORD WEEKEND AWAY 27th – 29th April

MELBOURNE DOG LOVERS SHOW Saturday 5th May 9am – 5pm Cost: $15

Drop off/pick up location: LN Headquarters, 4 Verner St, South GeelongWhat to bring: Companion Card (if you have one), money for lunch or a packed lunch (snacks provided).It is one of the biggest dog events in the world, with trick shows, celebrity vets, and many fun dog themed activities. It’s sure to be a great day out.

NATIONAL SPORTS MUSEUM Saturday 24th March 9am – 4.30pm Cost: $10

Drop off/pick up location: South Geelong Train Station, Yarra St, South GeelongWhat to bring: MYKI, Companion Card (if you have one), lunch (snacks provided). Take the train to Melbourne to explore the National Sports Museum at the MCG and try out some of the super fun activities they have there.

EASTER SATURDAY – NO ACTIVITIES Saturday 31st March

SCHOOL HOLIDAYS – NO ACTIVITIES Saturday 7th April

MAY

IMAX MELBOURNE MUSEUM Saturday 19th May 9am – 4.30pm Cost: $15

Drop off/pick up location: South Geelong Train Station, Yarra St, South GeelongWhat to bring: MYKI, Companion Card (if you have one), money for lunch or a packed lunch (snacks provided).See a movie on the BIG screen, and then wander the Melbourne Museum’s latest exhibits.

BRIGHT WEEKEND AWAY 25th – 27th May

THE AVENGERS S.T.A.T.I.O.N Saturday 2nd June 9am – 4.30pm Cost: $15

Drop off/pick up location: LN Headquarters, 4 Verner St, South GeelongWhat to bring: MYKI, Companion Card (if you have one), lunch (snacks provided).The Avengers have come to Melbourne, so we are going to visit their training station. This one is going to be AWESOME!

GEELONG V NORTH MELBOURNE Saturday 9th June 12am – 5pm Cost: $20

Drop off/pick up location: LN Headquarters, 4 Verner St, South GeelongWhat to bring: Companion Card (if you have one), snacks (lunch provided).Cheer on the Cats as they take on the Kangaroos. Make sure you rug up as it could get a little chilly!

JUNE

MAKE YOUR OWN DREAM CATCHER Saturday 16th June 10am – 3pm Cost: $5

Drop off/pick up location: LN Headquarters, 4 Verner St, South GeelongWhat to bring: Nothing!Spend the day getting crafty as we make our own special dreamcatchers to take home.

TIMEZONE AND LUNCH Saturday 23rd June 10am – 3pm Cost: $10

Drop off/pick up location: LN Headquarters, 4 Verner St, South GeelongWhat to bring: Companion Card (if you have one), snacks (lunch provided).Take on your mates at Timezone, before heading back to LN to cook up a yummy lunch together.

OZ COMIC CON Saturday 30th June 9am – 4.30pm Cost: $25

Drop off/pick up location: LN Headquarters, 4 Verner St, South GeelongWhat to bring: MYKI, Companion Card (if you have one), lunch and snacksGet your superhero on as we visit Oz Comic Con, the biggest comic book exhibition in the Southern Hemisphere.

WINERY LUNCH DAY Saturday 3th February 11am – 4pm Cost: $10

Drop off/pick up location: Geelong : LN Headquarters, 4 Verner St, South GeelongWhat to bring: Money for lunch or packed lunch, picnic blanket if you have one.Head off for a lovely day visiting some wineries, enjoying a picnic lunch and doing a couple of wine tastings.

FEBRUARY

STAND UP PADDLE BOARDING Saturday 10th February 10am – 4pm Cost: $25

Drop off/pick up location: Geelong : LN Headquarters, 4 Verner St, South GeelongWhat to bring: Snacks (BBQ lunch provided), bathers and towel, spare clothes to change in to.Head down to the river for a day of SUP’ing! You will need to refuel after a big day so a BBQ lunch will be in order!

NIGHT JAR MARKET Friday 16th February 5pm – 9pm Cost: FREE

Drop off/pick up location: Geelong: GPAC, 50 Little Malop St (entrance opposite the Geelong Library)What to bring: Companion Card (if you have one), money to buy food/ stallholder goods if you wish.Get involved in Geelong’s favourite summer night market. Tonight you will be able to try food from lots of different countries, dance to great local music and if you wish, buy some local produce and trinkets.

WAVE POOL/ SWIMMING @ MSAC Saturday 17th February 10am – 4pm Cost: $10

Drop off/pick up location: Geelong : LN Headquarters, 4 Verner St, South GeelongMelbourne: Epping Hub, 713 High St, EppingWhat to bring: Bathers, towel, change of clothes, snacks and lunch (or money to buy lunch).Cool down with a day at MSAC’s famous wave pool and waterslides. Or if you would prefer a bit more of a relax, chill out with a session in the spa. (Please advise us of your swimming ability on booking).

PAKO FESTA Saturday 24th February 10.30am – 3pm Cost: FREE

Drop off/pick up location: Geelong : LN Headquarters, 4 Verner St, South GeelongWhat to bring: Lunch and snacks (or money to buy food).Geelong’s most visited local festival is back for a day of colour, fun and celebration.

BALLARAT WILDLIFE PARK Saturday 3rd March 9am – 4pm Cost: $25

Drop off/pick up location: Geelong : LN Headquarters, 4 Verner St, South GeelongWhat to bring: Companion card (if you have one), lunch and snacks, hat and sunscreen.The little penguins have arrived at Ballarat Wildlife park, so come with us as we go and say hi to them and all their animal friends.

MARCH

NATIONAL SPORTS MUSEUM Saturday 10th March 9am – 4.30pm Cost: $20

Drop off/pick up location: Geelong: South Geelong Train Station, Yarra St, South GeelongMelbourne: Epping Railway Station, cnr Davisson St/ Cooper St, EppingWhat to bring: MYKI, Companion Card (if you have one), lunch (snacks provided).Take the train to explore the National Sports Museum at the MCG and try out some of the super fun activities they have there.

BARWON HEADS FESTIVAL OF THE SEA Saturday 17th March 10am – 3pm Cost: FREE

Drop off/pick up location: Geelong: Geelong: LN Headquarters, 4 Verner St, South GeelongWhat to bring: Spending money/ packed lunch.A great weekend celebrating all the great things about our surf coast. The highlight of the festival is the annual Barwon River duck race.

EASTER SATURDAY – NO ACTIVITIES Saturday 31st March

BINGO @ THE PALAIS Saturday 14th April 12pm – 5pm Cost: $10

Drop off/pick up location: Geelong : LN Headquarters, 4 Verner St, South GeelongWhat to bring: Companion Card (if you have one), lunch – snacks provided.LEGS 11! After many requests, we have decided to head off for a fun afternoon of bingo!

APRILSCHOOL HOLIDAYS – NO ACTIVITIES Saturday 7th April

AVALON RACEWAY SPRINT CARS Saturday 21st April 4pm – 10pm Cost: $20

Drop off/pick up location: Geelong : LN Headquarters, 4 Verner St, South GeelongWhat to bring: Companion Card (if you have one), money for dinner and snacks. Earplugs suggested for those that struggle with loud noises. We are off to the place for pace to see the 360 Sprint car Digger Cup –A event. Enjoy the night and cheer on your favourite.

MELBOURNE FLOWER AND GARDEN SHOW Saturday 24th March 9am – 4.30pm Cost: $20

Drop off/pick up location: Geelong: LN Headquarters, 4 Verner St, South GeelongMelbourne: Epping Railway Station, cnr Davisson St/ Cooper St, Epping

What to bring: Companion Card (if you have one), MYKI, and money for lunch or a packed lunch.The Melbourne Flower and Garden show is Victoria’s best smelling and most colourful show of the year! Come along for a day of serenity in the gardens.

MELBOURNE DOG LOVERS SHOW Saturday 5th May 9am – 5pm Cost: $15

Drop off/pick up location: Geelong: LN Headquarters, 4 Verner St, South GeelongMelbourne: Epping Railway Station, cnr Davisson St/ Cooper St, EppingWhat to bring: Companion Card (if you have one), money for lunch or a packed lunch (snacks provided).It is one of the biggest dog events in the world, with trick shows, celebrity vets, and many fun dog themed activities. It’s sure to be a great day out.

MAY

BIKE RIDING AND SNAPSHOT PHOTOGRAPHY Saturday 12th May 9am – 4pm Cost: FREE

Drop off/pick up location: Geelong: LN Headquarters, 4 Verner St, South GeelongWhat to bring: Helmet, bike (if you have one – we have limited bikes), camera, lunch and snacks. Head off on a bike adventure around the Barwon River. Bring a camera if you wish to take some happy snaps of your day. We will stop off somewhere peaceful for a nice picnic lunch.

WITCHES IN BRITCHES CABARET THEATRE Saturday 19th May 5pm – 11pm Cost: $60

Drop off/pick up location: Geelong: LN Headquarters, 4 Verner St, South GeelongMelbourne: Epping Railway Station, cnr Davisson St/ Cooper St, EppingWhat to bring: Companion card (if you have one), spending money if you wish.Our big event for the first half of the year is a trip to Witches in Britches. Enjoy a great night out with dinner and a show that will sure to have you laughing all night.

THE AVENGERS S.T.A.T.I.O.N Saturday 26th May 9am – 4.30pm Cost: $15

Drop off/pick up location: Geelong: LN Headquarters, 4 Verner St, South GeelongMelbourne: Epping Railway Station, cnr Davisson St/ Cooper St, EppingWhat to bring: MYKI, Companion Card (if you have one), lunch (snacks provided).The Avengers have come to Melbourne, so we are going to visit their training station. This one is going to be AWESOME!

LERDERDERG GORGE BUSHWALK/BBQ Saturday 28th April 9am – 4pm Cost: FREE

Drop off/pick up location: Geelong : LN Headquarters, 4 Verner St, South GeelongWhat to bring: Snacks, appropriate walking attire, hat and sunscreen.Drive out to Bacchus Marsh for a lovely day out at the Lerderderg state park.

OURBIG

EVENT

MAKE YOUR OWN DREAM CATCHER Saturday 2th June 10am – 3pm Cost: $5

Drop off/pick up location: Geelong: LN Headquarters, 4 Verner St, South GeelongWhat to bring: Nothing!Spend the day getting crafty as we make our own special dreamcatchers to take home.

JUNE

SOUTH MELBOURNE MARKETS Saturday 9th June 9am – 3pm Cost: FREE

Drop off/pick up location: Geelong: LN Headquarters, 4 Verner St, South GeelongMelbourne: Epping Railway Station, cnr Davisson St/ Cooper St, EppingWhat to bring: Spending money or packed lunch.A foodie’s delight! Head up to Melbourne to explore the many delicious wonders of the South Melbourne Markets. Grab a bargain and sample some of the goodies.

LUNA PARK Saturday 16th June 9am – 4.30pm Cost: $20

Drop off/pick up location: Geelong: LN Headquarters, 4 Verner St, South GeelongMelbourne: Epping Railway Station, cnr Davisson St/ Cooper St, EppingWhat to bring: MYKI, Companion Card (if you have one), money for food or packed lunch.$20 covers 2 rides per person. Extra ride tickets can be purchased at the cost of the participant.

MOVIES AND LUNCH Saturday 23rd June 10am – 3pm Cost: $10

Drop off/pick up location: Geelong: LN Headquarters, 4 Verner St, South GeelongWhat to bring: Companion Card (if you have one), snacks for the movie or money to buy food.See the latest movie and enjoy a nice lunch with friends. Movie options: Jurassic World, The Incredibles 2, Oceans Eight.

OZ COMIC CON Saturday 30th June 9am – 4.30pm Cost: $30

Drop off/pick up location: Geelong: LN Headquarters, 4 Verner St, South GeelongMelbourne: Epping Railway Station, cnr Davisson St/ Cooper St, EppingWhat to bring: MYKI, Companion Card (if you have one), lunch and snacks.Get your superhero on as we visit Oz Comic Con, the biggest comic book exhibition in the Southern Hemisphere.

OURBIG

EVENT

Leisure Networks are excited to bring a new opportunity to Cats fan’s in 2018 with a regular program that will allow us to attend all of the Cats home games for the 2018 season. You can book expression of interest tickets via our website, and a staff member will be in touch to go through the details with you.

Each game will meet at Leisure Networks Headquarters, 4 Verner St South Geelong and we will walk over to our seats after a quick bite to eat.

CATS CLUB

Geelong v St Kilda Sunday 15th April 4.40pm

Geelong v Sydney Swans Saturday 28th April 1.45pm

Geelong v GWS Saturday 4th May 7.50pm

Geelong v Carlton Saturday 26th May 7.25pm

Geelong v North Melbourne Saturday 9th June 1.45pm

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