Welcome to Winter term! Come on over for a cuppa and a chat about what we have on offer. Meet the neighbours and get involved in events, programs, workshops, volunteering and sharing your ideas for your community.

Payments can be made through each office, eftpos available, or trybooking.com Trybooking keywords: EastCoburgNH, NewlandsNH

Sessions may be cancelled if enough enrollments have not been made 1 week prior to the start date.

Once your enrolment is confirmed and paid it cannot be refunded.

If you are experiencing financial difficulty please contact us.

We are gathering as community on the land of the Wurundjeri people, the traditional custodians, and we pay our respect to them and their culture, and to their elders, past, present and emerging.

ABN: 54 794 801 039. Inc. A0099426K

All of our activities are open to all ages and all abilities, and we are access friendly. Both houses have 1 (one) individual hearing system available. Please advise of any access requirements two weeks before your activity starts.

Large print program available on request.

There’s more to come, so stay tuned on Facebook (Coburg Neighbourhood Houses)or ask to go on our mailing list.

East Coburg House32 Nicholson Streeteastcoburg@necchi.orgCall 9913 5472

Newlands House20 Murray Roadnewlands@necchi.orgCall 8528 2332

Thank you to our major sponsors

Call InCall in and visit us at Newlands or East Coburg house. Volunteer! Or have an idea for a program, workshop or gathering? We would love to hear from you.

Community ChoirA true community choir, inclusive, eat together and no auditions.

White Gum PottersJoin this group of enthusiastic amateur potters. No need to bring anything, just come in clothes that you don’t mind getting dirty. Every Thursday.

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Programs: Term 3, 2019

East Coburg Neighbourhood House

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Let’s Play!10am–12pm 8 sessions from 25 JulyDrop in playgroup. Come along for a morning of play and meet your neighbours. Gold coin donation.

Computer Basics & Beyond12–1pm 8 sessions from 25 JulyBuild confidence using a computer, email and the internet in a friendly facilitated class. $60 waged / $50 seniors or unwaged.

Computer Club for Grown Ups1.30–2.30pm 8 sessions from 25 JulyBring your own laptop or device to learn how to use your device well. $60 waged /$50 unwaged.

English Classes 6.30–7.30pm 8 sessions from 25 JulyImprove your English in a friendly group. All welcome. Gold coin donation.

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Tea Time 10am–12pm From 15 JulyCome for tea, coffee, conversation and connection. Everyone welcome. Gold coin donation.

English Classes 10.30–11.30am 8 sessions from 22 JulyPractice your English and grammar in this welcoming group. Gold coin donation.

Pilates 3.30–4.30pm 8 sessions from 22 July An exercise focused on muscular balance, resulting in improved posture and increased strength. Beginners welcome. $110 waged / $90 unwaged.

Homework Club 4–5.30pm 8 sessions from 22 July English, Science and Math tutoring and homework help for kids from Grade 5 to Year 12. Bookings essential. Gold coin donation.

Please book your place at least 1 week prior. Once your enrolment is confirmed and paid it cannot be refunded. To book: phone 9913 5472, email eastcoburg@necchi.org or visit Trybooking.com and search for EastCoburgNH.

Girls Shine Bright4–5.30pm, 8 sessions from 23 JulyFor young women to develop self-expression through creative arts (painting, drawing, clay, body movement). $100 waged / $80 unwaged.

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Arabic Women’s Group10am–1pm 10 sessions from 16 JulyJoin this social group for Arabic speaking women. Excursions, speakers and events. Gold coin donation /membership.

Intro to Sewing & Mending1–3pm 8 sessions from 23 JulyA facilitated flexible class, teaching the basics of sewing and mending techniques. Led by a local educator. Bring your own machine or use ours. $95 waged / $85 unwaged.

Little Artists Workshop4–5pm 8 sessions from 23 JulyDo you have a little artist, looking for an afterschool activity? Art class for primary school aged kids led by a local artist. $75 waged / $60 unwaged.

Community Choir 5.30–7.30pmA true community choir, all ages, all abilities welcome to join, share supper and meet others. Led by a local choir facilitator. Donations + memberships.

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Early Morning Yoga 6.30–7.30am 10 sessions from 17 JulyWould you like to improve your flexibility and relax your mind? Come and join in! Beginners welcome. $122 waged / $105 unwaged.

Evening Yoga 7.30–8.30pm 10 sessions from 17 JulyWould you like to improve your flexibility and relax your mind? Come and join in! Beginners welcome. $122 waged /$105 unwaged.

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Open Studio 10am–12pm 11 sessions from 12 JulyFor artists living with a disability. Run by a professional facilitator. Beginners welcome, some materials supplied. $165 ($15 casual).

Community LunchFortnightly, 12.30–2pm From 26 JulyCome and join our community lunch, a great opportunity to meet new friends and enjoy some delicious food. All welcome! Please RSVP for this event. FREE.

Morning Yoga8.30–9.30am 10 sessions from 20 JulyJoin us for this Hatha Yoga class to improve flexibility, strength and relaxation. $122 waged /$105 unwaged.

Sewing for KidsGroup 1: 10.30am–12.30pm Group 2: 1–3pm8 sessions from 27 JulySome machines provided or BYO. $125 waged / $100 unwaged.

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Gentle Walking Group 12pmWalking from the neighbourhood house to Merri Creek and return. Call 9913 5472 to register. All welcome. FREE.

Veggie Swap10–11.30am, fourth Sunday of the monthShare excess produce with your community. Meet at Egan Reserve or East Coburg House if it’s raining.

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Community Climate Action Workshop Series2–4pm, 2nd and 4th Saturdays of each month. From 27 JulyGet informed, learn new skills and connect with other locals who are seeking to be part of the solution to the climate crisis. Workshop details to be announced soon: please contact the Newlands Neighbourhood House or newlandsparentsforclimate@gmail.com to register your interest.

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Tai Chi with Wai Chun9.30–10.30am: Intermediate10.45–11.45am: Beginner 9 sessions from 25 JulyLearn traditional Yang style: 85 forms to improve balance and encourage mental relaxation too. $85 waged / $70 unwaged.

Parents Yoga with Trish 12–1pm 9 sessions from 25 JulyGet back into Yoga and bring your children with you, cared for by volunteers in the same room. $90 waged / $75 unwaged.

Amaze – Autism Spectrum Support Group 10.30am–12pm 4th Wednesday of the monthCome and talk about NDIS and your daily life with peers. FREE.

MS Peer Support Group 1–3.30pm 1st Wednesday of the monthA friendly discussion group for people living with MS. FREE.

Garden Group 1.30–3pmIf you are interested in helping us turn our garden into a food forest, let us know!

White Gum Potters Afternoon group: 3–6pm Evening group: 6–9pm From 25 JulyA group of enthusiastic amateur potters of varying experience. Beginners welcome. $5 per session.

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Carers Singing6.30–8pm Fortnightly from 31 JulyAll abilities welcome to join our relaxed and friendly choir. To book call Deb at Carers Link 9495 2500. FREE.

Mums & Bubs Yoga with Grete1.30–2.30pm 6 sessions from 17 JulyYoga to connect with your baby. It is recommended to wait 6-8 weeks post birth. Suitable for babies before crawling! $75 waged / $60 unwaged.

Men’s Support Group6.30–9.30pm Fortnightly from 24 JulyDevelop skills for purpose and connection as responsible men in our families, workplaces and communities. All welcome. Gold coin donation.

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Yoga with Simona 6.30–7.30pm 9 sessions from 22 JulyThis class merges Hatha Yoga with an intuitive fluidity. $100 waged / $80 unwaged.

Tai Chi with Wai Chun 7.45–8.45pm: All levels 9 sessions from 22 JulyLearn traditional Yang style: 42 forms to improve balance and encourage mental relaxation too. $85 waged / $70 unwaged.

Messy Play 10–11am 9 sessions from 22 JulyFor children 5 and under. Babies are welcome to this fun, sensory play. $130 waged / $110 unwaged per family.

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Spanish Playgroup9.30–11.30amPlaygroup for Spanish-speaking families! Gold coin donation. Bookings essential.

Tea Time – Women Only12–1.30pm From 23 JulyCome for a tea or coffee. All women and babies are welcome. Share your ideas, skills, hobbies, recipes… We plan parties, too. Gold coin donation.

Messy Play 2.15–3.15pm 9 sessions from 23 JulyFor children 5 and under. Babies are also welcome to this fun sensory play. $130 waged / $110 unwaged per family.

Coding Club with Andy 4.30–5.30pm 9 sessions from 23 JulyCome along with your child to enjoy a fun coding program. For kids up to 15 years old. Gold coin donation.

Yoga with Simona 6.30–7.30pm 9 sessions from 23 JulyThis class merges Hatha Yoga with an intuitive fluidity. $100 waged / $80 unwaged.

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Let’s play! 9.30–11.30am 9 sessions from 26 JulyA facilitated playgroup for families to come together and have fun. $115 waged / $100 unwaged per family.

Inclusive Yoga 12.30–1.30pm 9 sessions from 26 JulySupportive Hatha yoga group for people with chronic pain, disability, anxiety and other health issues. $10 casual.

Please book your place at least 1 week prior. Once your enrolment is confirmed and paid it cannot be refunded. To book: phone 8528 2332, email newlands@necchi.org or visit Trybooking.com and search for NewlandsNH.

Events and Workshops: Term 3, 2019

East Coburg NewlandsMeditation (Yoga Nidra)Take some time out for you! Come along to this guided meditation practice, combining the benefits of relaxation, mediation and intention. $15 waged / $12 unwaged.

Community OutingsOnce a month we meet at East Coburg house and venture out for a day trip on tram number 1. Don’t forget your MYKI card. All Welcome. FREE.

Fun and Easy Collage Cards Monthly Workshop From 9 JulyFacilitated class where you will learn to create collage cards, using symbolism and self-reflection. Based on the theories of Seena Frost’s work ‘Soul Collage’. FREE.

Creative Writing Weekly Workshop A fun new workshop to express your creative side. Tailored for teens and young adults to practice writing. Novels and short stories welcome! Gold coin donation.

Friday Garden Club We are looking for local gardening enthusiasts, gurus and experts to create a gardening club, to select plants and maintain the community garden on a regular basis!

Plastic Free July Join East Coburg Neighbourhood House in reducing single-use disposable plastic such as bags, straws, water bottles etc.

Times and dates for these events and workshops are to be advised. Please call 9913 5472 for details.

Other groups that use East Coburg Neighbourhood House

• ABC Friends • Adult Children of Alcoholics & Dysfunctional Families (ACA)• Anxiety Disorders Association of Victoria (ADAVIC)• Creative Healing Counselling and Art Therapy• Kaixen Chinese • Merri Creek Club • Mini Maestros • Coburg Writers Group • Pentridge Action Group • Persian Musicians • Stop Adani • Wills Action Group • University of the Third Age (U3A)

Pottery Day! Exhibition, Sale and Clay Activities10am–4pm on 5 JulyExhibition of the work of the White Gum Potters, some of which will be for sale. Adults can try using clay and children are invited to make cartoon clay characters or paint clay characters that they can take home. Artists will be available to answer questions about the group.

Kids Singing (6–8 years): Musical Animals9.30–11.30am on 8 JulyA great introduction to singing, vocalising sounds and what better sounds to make than all the sounds you hear in a zoo and on a farm! $30.

Kids Singing (8–10 years): Music Theater, a Taster9.30–11.30am on 11 JulyDrama and singing is such a great way to express and be creative. A taster workshop for young’ns on music and theatre, we’ll sing almost all the songs from Annie and have fun pushing comfort zones and being brave. $30.

Men’s Singing6.30–8.30pm on 2 August and 6 SeptemberWe can all sing (it’s true). It lifts moods and makes us connect with our fellow singers. Designed to be a 100% safe space for you to be yourself, have a boogie and maybe even impersonate Elvis using a broom. This group is for all men who want to sing in a 2 to 3 part choir (once we have the numbers) and be challenged musically. $30.

Technology Workshops for Seniors10am–12pm on 6 August: Android phone/tablet 10am–12pm on 3 September: Apple phone/tabletTechnology is moving quickly. As the younger generation adopt these devices, they would like us to start using them too….but they just give us the device and expect us to know what to do with it! Bring your device to learn the basics and get some tips and tricks. $20.

Astronomy Group with Bob7.30–9pm on 30 August and 27 SeptemberMeet on the last Friday of the month, depending on weather conditions. Bob will bring a telescope and binoculars. Feel free to bring your own. Kids are encouraged to attend. FREE.

Large print program available on request