All sessions are free. Bookings are essential.

MarchRaising children in a digital worldDate: Wednesday 11 March, 7pm-9pm Venue: Jindi Family and Community Centre 48 Breadalbane Avenue, MerndaBookings: trybooking.com/BGFLQ Enquiries:FamilyServicesEducationOfficer familytraining@whittlesea.vic.gov.auPhone: 9404 8865Cost: $22Facilitator:MartineOglethorpeDoyouworryabouthowmuchtimeyourchildspendsplayingwithtechnology?Doyouargueabouttimespentondevices,playing video games or hanging out on social media?Doyoufindyourselfthinkingaboutthedigitalfootprinttheyarecreating?Thesearesomequestionsparentsareaskingthemselves on a daily basis and are concerned about the long-term impact this may have on our children.Martine’strainingwillhelpyoufindthebalance in managing gaming, digital distractionsandthecrucialroletheparenthasin a digital world. The session will also discuss the great elements of advancing technology and the online world, whilst minimising the dangersandpitfallsandtohelpchildrenmanagetheirtimeondevices.Recommended for: parents/carers of young people

FebruaryTuning into teens (6 week program)Date: Monday 10, 17, 24 February & 2, 16, 23 March, 6.30pm-8.30pm Venue: NorthsideChristianCollege 31 McLeans Road, BundooraBookings: trybooking.com/BGJYREnquiries:FamilyServicesEducationOfficer familytraining@whittlesea.vic.gov.auPhone: 9404 8865Cost: FreeFacilitator: ParentZoneWould you like to learn how to:• Understandyourteen’semotions?• Beawareandmanageyouremotions?• Buildattachmentandteachingthroughemotionalexperiences?

•Help your teen understand and manage theiremotions?

•Develop skills to assist your teen in problem solving?

This course provides a number of skills and strategiestohelpwitheverydayparentingchallenges,basedonemotionallytunedparenting.Recommended for: parents/carers of young people (aged 10-25)

Wishing away worriesDate: Tuesday 11 February, 6.30pm-8.30pm Venue: Jindi Family and Community Centre 48 Breadalbane Avenue, MerndaBookings: trybooking.com/BGJYXEnquiries:FamilyServicesEducationOfficer familytraining@whittlesea.vic.gov.auPhone: 9404 8865Cost: FreeFacilitator: ParentZoneFear and anxiety are part of a normal range of emotions,butthereseemstobeanincreasingnumber of parents and carers who believe their children worry too much. What is normal, and who is really doing all the worrying.Recommended for: parents/carers of children

Bringing up great kids (6 week program)Date: Tuesday 18, 25 February & 3, 10, 17, 24 March, 10am-12pm Venue: OrchardRoadCommunityand Early Learning Centre 121OrchardRd,DoreenBookings: trybooking.com/BGJZAEnquiries:FamilyServicesEducationOfficer familytraining@whittlesea.vic.gov.auPhone: 9404 8865Cost: FreeFacilitator: Drummond Street Services and ParentZoneBringingupgreatkidsparentingprogramisamindfulparentingprogramwhichgivesparents the skills to slow down and respond to children in a calm and relaxed manner, leading tolessstressintheirlivesandpositivechangesin their children’s behaviour. The program supports parents as they explore what influencestheirparentingpractices,andthemessages their passing onto their children. No childcare is available for the six week programRecommended for: parents/carers of children (aged 2-10)

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Parenting teens in creative waysDate: Wednesday 25 March, 6.30pm-8.30pm Venue: Community Room, EDGE Community Space, ShopMM1WestfieldPlenty Valley, 415 McDonalds Rd, Mill ParkBookings: trybooking.com/BGNFIEnquiries:FamilyServicesEducationOfficer familytraining@whittlesea.vic.gov.auPhone: 9404 8865Cost: FreeFacilitator:SallyTyrrell,CityofWhittleseaApracticalskillsworkshopforparentsofteenswithacreativearttwist.Thisisafreeworkshop for parents and carers who live in theCityofWhittlesea,focussingonhelpingyoutounderstandyourteenagers’emotionsanddeveloppracticalskillsandstrategies.Topics will include: •Understanding brain development. Why do youngpeoplebehavethewaytheydo?

• Strategies to talk with your teenager• Creativestrategiestokeepyourselfand

your teenager calm.Recommended for: parents/carers of young people (aged 10-25 )

Strategies for AutismDate: Thursday 26 March, 6.30pm-8.30pm Venue: BarryRoadCommunityActivity Centre, 36 Barry Road, ThomastownBookings: trybooking.com/BGFMGEnquiries:FamilyServicesEducationOfficer familytraining@whittlesea.vic.gov.auPhone: 9404 8865Cost: FreeFacilitator: ParentZone NorthernThissessionwillbrieflydiscussthecharacteristicsofAutismandhowitimpactsdaily life. The speaker will also discuss some key strategies which workers can use when supportingchildren.Aswellasarangeofpracticaltips,therewillbesomeinteractiveactivitieswhereparticipantscansharetheirexperiences and ideas from any previous work. Experience in working with individuals with Autismisnotrequired.Recommended for:supportingfamilieswithchildrendiagnosedwithAutism

AprilParenting toddlers’ information sessionDate: Monday 20 April, 10am-11.30am Venue: Jindi Family and Community Centre 48 Breadalbane Avenue, MerndaBookings: trybooking.com/BGJZXEnquiries:FamilyServicesEducationOfficer familytraining@whittlesea.vic.gov.auPhone: 9404 8865Cost: FreeFacilitator: Drummond Street ServicesThis session aims to assist parents/carers to betterunderstandtheirtoddler.Parents/carerswillbeprovidedwithvaluableinformationontoddler development, helpful responses to typical toddler behaviour and useful strategies to manage challenging toddler behaviours.Recommended for: parents/carers of children (aged 2-4)

Supporting your LGBTIQ+ and non-binary young personDate: Wednesday 22 April, 6.30pm-8.30pm Venue: Community Room, EDGE Community Space,ShopMM1WestfieldPlenty Valley, 415 McDonalds Rd, Mill ParkBookings: trybooking.com/BGNFREnquiries:FamilyServicesEducationOfficer familytraining@whittlesea.vic.gov.auPhone: 9404 8865Cost: FreeFacilitator: Queerspace @ Drummond Street ServicesSupportingyourLGBTIQ+andnon-binarychildaims to provide family members and carers withinformationonlanguage,experiences,research and referrals.Recommended for: parents/carers of young people (aged 10-25)

Bookings are essential

Free drug and alcohol information sessionDate: Wednesday 18 March, 6.30pm-8.30pm Venue: Community Room, EDGE Community Space,ShopMM1WestfieldPlenty Valley, 415 McDonalds Rd, Mill ParkBookings: trybooking.com/BGRKOEnquiries:FamilyServicesEducationOfficer familytraining@whittlesea.vic.gov.auPhone: 9404 8865Cost: FreeFacilitator: Paul Papadatos and Tariro Chikoka, YouthProjectsCoveringarangeofdifferenttopicstosupportparents.• TheImpactofdevelopmentwhenusing

substances.•How to approach the topic with a young

person.• Debunking myths about drug and alcohol use.•Q&A on drug and alcohol for parents.

Recommended for: parents/carers of young people (aged 10-25)

Developmental milestonesDate: Friday 20 March, 10am-12pm Venue: Jindi Family and Community Centre 48 Breadalbane Avenue, MerndaBookings: trybooking.com/BGJZIEnquiries:FamilyServicesEducationOfficer familytraining@whittlesea.vic.gov.auPhone: 9404 8865Cost: FreeFacilitator: ParentZoneDuring this session parents will explore what the development stages are in the firstfiveyears,howtheenvironment,genesandparentingstylecanimpactonthisdevelopment and what parents can do to activelysupportchilddevelopment.Recommended for: parents/carers of preschool children

Grab BagsIs your child aged 12 – 17 years and looking for fun activities in the school holidays?BaselineforYoungPeopleofferanaffordablepackwithavarietyofactivitiesforyoungpeopletoparticipateinduringtheholidays.ActivitiesmayincludeZoneBowling,MiniGolf,Movieticket,RoyalMelbourne Show, Laser Tag and Funfields(conditions apply).

Sold at different locations in the municipality prior to school holidays.

Call 9404 8800 for further information

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Circle of Security Parenting (8 week program)Date: Thursday 23, 30 April, 7, 14, 21, 28 May and 4, 11 June, 10am-12pm Venue: Life Without Barriers Shop 5, 560-610 High Street, EppingBookings: trybooking.com/BGUNJEnquiries:FamilyServicesEducationOfficer familytraining@whittlesea.vic.gov.auPhone: 9404 8865Cost: FreeFacilitator: Life Without Barriers and ParentZoneCircleofSecurityParentingisarelationshipbasedparentingprogramthatexploreshowparentscanenhancetheirattachmentwiththeir children. No childcare is available for this eight week program. Recommended for: parents/carers of children (aged 0-5)

MayRaising resilient teensDate: Wednesday 6 May, 6.30pm-8.30pm Venue: LaurimarCommunityActivityCentre 110 Hazel Glen Drive, DoreenBookings: trybooking.com/BGKAQEnquiries:FamilyServicesEducationOfficer familytraining@whittlesea.vic.gov.auPhone: 9404 8865Cost: FreeFacilitator: ParentZoneThis is a free workshop for parents and carers of teenagers. The topics will include what is resilience?Howcanwebuildtheresilienceof our teens and how to connect with and understandyourteenager?Parentswillalsobeintroduced to an evidence based strategy to help build resilience.Recommended for: parents/carers of young people or preteen children (aged 10-25)

Communication development for children 0-3 years of ageDate: Friday 8 May, 10am-12pm Venue: Jindi Family and Community Centre 48 Breadalbane Avenue, MerndaBookings: trybooking.com/BGGPAEnquiries:FamilyServicesEducationOfficer familytraining@whittlesea.vic.gov.auPhone: 9404 8865Cost: FreeFacilitator: DPV HealthThissessionwillexploretypicalcommunicationdevelopmentinchildren0-3yearsofage.Itwill include when to seek help and strategies tohelpwithcommunicationdevelopment.Recommended for: parents/carers of children

Understanding body imageDate: Wednesday 20 May, 6.30pm-8.30pm Venue: Community Room, EDGE Community Space,ShopMM1WestfieldPlenty Valley, 415 McDonalds Rd, Mill ParkBookings: trybooking.com/BGNGAEnquiries:FamilyServicesEducationOfficer familytraining@whittlesea.vic.gov.auPhone: 9404 8865Cost: FreeFacilitator:TheBodyLoveCollectiveA session designed to support parents of young people to understand commonly experienced and highly prevalent experiences withnegativebodyimage,bodydissatisfaction,and self-worth. The session will cover an understanding of the societal context around theseissuesandprovidetipsandtricksonhowto best support the young people in your life.Recommended for: parents/carers of young people (aged 10-25)

School Readiness – How can I prepare?Date: Tuesday 26 May, 7pm-8.30pm Venue: Epping Views Primary School 20MansfieldStreet,EppingBookings: trybooking.com/BGGPF Enquiries:FamilyServicesEducationOfficer familytraining@whittlesea.vic.gov.auPhone: 9404 8865Cost: FreeFacilitator:CityofWhittleseaEarlyYearsTeamHowdoyouknowwhenyourchildisready?Whatdoesschoolreadinessmean?The messages that come from the community can be confusing for parents and knowing whenistherighttimetosendyourchildtoschool.OurPanelofspeakerswillbeabletounpacktheconcernsandquestionsthatmostparentsmayhavebeforestartingschool.Practicalstrategies,readinessindicatorsandsupport services for parents are provided in this session. Ifyouarethinkingofstartingschoolnextyear,then this session is for you.Recommended for: parents/carers of children

JuneEarly Years Parent InformationDate: Thursday 4 June, 10am-12pm Venue: Mill Park Library, 394 Plenty Road, Mill ParkEnquiries:FamilyServicesEducationOfficer familytraining@whittlesea.vic.gov.auPhone: 9404 8865Cost: FreeFacilitator:CityofWhittleseaEarlyYearsTeamComealongtoastorytimeatyourlocallibrarywithyourchildren.AfterthesessionyouwillbeabletomeetwiththeCityofWhittleseaEarlyYearsstafftodiscussarangeoftopicsrelatingtoyourchildrenandbeinformedonprograms and events in the community.Recommended for: parents/carers of children

Communication development for children 4-6 years of ageDate: Wednesday 17 June, 10am-12pm Venue: Community Room, EDGE Community Space,ShopMM1WestfieldPlenty Valley, 415 McDonalds Rd, Mill Park Bookings: trybooking.com/BGNGNEnquiries:FamilyServicesEducationOfficer familytraining@whittlesea.vic.gov.auPhone: 9404 8865Cost: FreeFacilitator: DPV HealthThissessionwillexploretypicalcommunicationdevelopmentinchildren4-6yearsofage.Itwill include when to seek help and strategies tohelpwithcommunicationdevelopment.Recommended for: parents/carers of children

Bookings are essential

Tuning into kids parenting program (6 week program)Date: Tuesday 28 April, 5, 12, 19, 26 May and 2 June, 10am-12pm Venue: Epping Views Primary School 20MansfieldStreet,EppingBookings: trybooking.com/BGKAFEnquiries:FamilyServicesEducationOfficer familytraining@whittlesea.vic.gov.auPhone: 9404 8865Cost: FreeFacilitator: Drummond Street ServicesWould you like to learn how to:• Understandyourchild’semotions?• Beawareandmanageyouremotions?• Buildattachmentandteachingthroughemotionalexperiences?

•Help your child understand and manage theiremotions?

•Develop skills to assist your child in problem solving?

This course provides a number of skills and strategiestohelpwitheverydayparentingchallenges,basedonemotionallytunedparenting.No childcare is available for this six week program Recommended for: parents/carers of children

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AugustParents building solutions (6 week program)Date: Wednesday 5, 12, 19, 26 August and 2 September, 10am-12pm Venue: Community Room, EDGE Community Space,ShopMM1WestfieldPlenty Valley, 415 McDonalds Rd, Mill ParkBookings: trybooking.com/BGKBYEnquiries:FamilyServicesEducationOfficer familytraining@whittlesea.vic.gov.auPhone: 9404 8865Cost: FreeFacilitator: ParentZoneDo you want to:• Helpyourteencopeinachaoticworld?• Improveyourteen’sconfidenceandself-esteem?

• Helpyourteendealwithanxiousfeelings?• Developstrategiestomanageanger?• Talksoyourteenswilllisten?

Come along to these six sessions to learn strategies, share stories and takesometimeoutforyou!Recommended for: parents/carers of young people (aged 10-25)

Date/Venue: Check Council’s website Enquiries: Maternal & Child Health Nurse familytraining@whittlesea.vic.gov.auPhone: 9404 8858Facilitator: CityofWhittleseaEarlyYearsTeamandserviceproviders

Wishing away worriesDate: Wednesday 29 July, 6.30pm-8.30pm Venue: Community Room, EDGE Community Space,ShopMM1WestfieldPlenty Valley, 415 McDonalds Rd, Mill ParkBookings: trybooking.com/BGKBSEnquiries:FamilyServicesEducationOfficer familytraining@whittlesea.vic.gov.auPhone: 9404 8865Cost: FreeFacilitator: ParentZoneThis workshop is for parents and carers of teenagers. The topics will include what do our teens worry about, how we can support our teens with their anxiety and when we need to callonadditionalresources.Recommended for: parents/carers of young people (aged 10-25)

National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children’s DayAfamilyandchildren’sfreeeventwillbeheldtocelebrateNationalAboriginalandTorresStraitIslanderChildren’sDay.Thedaywillbe filledwithanumberofactivitiesincludingtraditionalgames, music,facepainting,artsandcrafts.

NAIDOC Week 6-12 July

NAIDOCWeekisatimetocelebrate Aboriginal and Torres Strait history, culture andachievements.ItisanopportunitytorecognisethecontributionstheIndigenous

Australians make to our country and society.Foractivitiesandeventspleasevisit

Council’s website.

The reality of the cyber world for young people Date: Wednesday 24 June, 6.30pm-8.30pm Venue: Community Room, EDGE Community Space,ShopMM1WestfieldPlenty Valley, 415 McDonalds Rd, Mill ParkBookings: trybooking.com/BGOTTEnquiries:FamilyServicesEducationOfficer familytraining@whittlesea.vic.gov.auPhone: 9404 8865Cost: FreeFacilitator:KimWood,AustinHealthand SallyTyrrell,CityofWhittleseaThis session is aimed to assist parents of young people to navigate the cyber world. This workshop will provide you with strategies on how to engage your young person in responsiblecyberusageandalsoofferoptionsforassistancewhensituationsmaydeteriorate. Recommended for: parents/ carers of young people (aged 10-25)

JulyTaming the tantrum: understanding and responding to toddlers’ tantrumsDate: Wed. 22 July, 6.30-8.30pm Venue: RiversideCommunityActivity Centre, 8 Doreen Rogan Way South MorangBookings: trybooking.com/BGKBNEnquiries:FamilyServicesEducationOfficer familytraining@whittlesea.vic.gov.auPhone: 9404 8865Cost: FreeFacilitator: Kids First AustraliaToddler tantrums are normal, but stressful for everyone. Learn why they occur, what may triggerthemandpracticalskillsandstrategiesto respond.Recommended for: parents/carers of children (aged 0-5)

Dealing with preschool behavioursDate: Friday 24 July, 10am-12pm Venue: Jindi Family and Community Centre 48 Breadalbane Avenue, MerndaBookings: trybooking.com/BGKBPEnquiries:FamilyServicesEducationOfficer familytraining@whittlesea.vic.gov.auPhone: 9404 8865Cost: FreeFacilitator: ParentZoneParents will be supported to understand the reasons behind their children’s behaviours and develop new strategies to manage these behaviours.Recommended for: parents/carers of children

All sessions are free. Bookings are essential.

Reducing young people’s stress and anxiety using art and mindfulnessDate: Wednesday 5 August, 6.30pm-8.30pm Venue: Jindi Family and Community Centre 48 Breadalbane Avenue, MerndaBookings: trybooking.com/BGNGZEnquiries:FamilyServicesEducationOfficer familytraining@whittlesea.vic.gov.auPhone: 9404 8865Cost: FreeFacilitator:SallyTyrrell,CityofWhittleseaThis is a free workshop for parents and carers wholiveintheCityofWhittlesea,focussingon teaching parents’ ways to help reduce young people’s stress and anxiety through mindfulnessandcreativeartactivities.Apracticalskillsworkshopforparents.Topics will include: • Basic theory on Mindfulness and how it affectsthebrainandlessensstressandanxiety.

• ThedifferentwaystopracticeMindfulnessand integrate it into their lives.

• Arangeofpracticalandexpressivecopingstrategies.

Recommended for: parents/carers of young people (aged 10-25)

Is my child ready for kindergarten?Date: Thursday 6 August, 6.30pm-8.30pm Venue: CityofWhittlesea,CouncilOffices, Fountain View Room 25 Ferres Boulevard, South MorangBookings: trybooking.com/BGKYE Enquiries:FamilyServicesEducationOfficer familytraining@whittlesea.vic.gov.auPhone: 9404 8865Cost: FreeFacilitator: TBAAn opportunity for parents and carers of toddlers/pre-schoolers to meet educators, AlliedHealthstafftohelpidentifyifyourchildis ready for kindergarten and what you can dotohelppreparethemforapositivestart.Recommended for: parents/carers of children (aged 2-4)

For parents/carers and grandparentsThe Bringing Up Kids Expo will bring together family support agencies to provide information on services, programs and events offered in the City of Whittlesea for your family. Activities for children will be provided.

Date: Wednesday 9 September, 10am-1pmVenue: BarryRoadCommunityActivityCentre 36 Barry Road, ThomastownBookings: trybooking.com/BGGPPEnquiries:FamilyServicesEducationOfficer familytraining@whittlesea.vic.gov.auPhone: 9404 8865Facilitator:CityofWhittleseaEarlyYearsTeam and service providers

Bringing Up Kids Expo

Early Years Parent InformationDate: Thursday 13 August, 10am-12pm Venue: Lalor Library, 2a May Road, Lalor Enquiries:FamilyServicesEducationOfficer familytraining@whittlesea.vic.gov.auPhone: 9404 8865Cost: FreeFacilitator:CityofWhittleseaEarlyYearsTeamComealongtoastorytimeatyourlocallibrarywithyourchildren.AfterthesessionyouwillbeabletomeetwiththeCityofWhittleseaEarlyYearsstafftodicussarangeoftopicsrelatingtoyourchildrenandbeinformedonprograms and events in the community.Recommended for: parents/carers of children

Bookings are essential

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Contact usFamily Services: 9404 8870 • FamilyServicesEducationOfficer: 9404 8865 Email: familytraining@whittlesea.vic.gov.au • Website: whittlesea.vic.gov.au

CityofWhittleseawelcomesyourcommentsandsuggestionsonthetrainingsessionsandprograms

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Bullying in the offline worldDate: Tuesday 25 August, 6.30pm-8.30pm Venue: Mernda Villages Community ActivityCentre 70 Mernda Village Drive, MerndaBookings: trybooking.com/BGUQYEnquiries:FamilyServicesEducationOfficer familytraining@whittlesea.vic.gov.auPhone: 9404 8865Cost: $33Facilitator:AlannahandMadelinefoundationThis workshop provides an understanding of bullyingthatoccursoffline,bullyingbehaviourand how to recognise it, and strategies for preventionandmanagement.•Understanding the importance of a definitionofbullyingandstrategiesforpreventionandmanagement

• Knowledgeofwhatconstitutesbullyingbehaviour and how to recognise it

•Understanding why children bully and avoiding labelling

•How to work with the school.Recommended for: parents/carers of children and young people

SeptemberSupporting your LGBTIQ+ and non-binary childDate: Thursday 10 September, 6.30pm-8.30pm Venue: Community Room, EDGE Community Space,ShopMM1WestfieldPlenty Valley, 415 McDonalds Rd, Mill ParkBookings: trybooking.com/BGNHJEnquiries:FamilyServicesEducationOfficer familytraining@whittlesea.vic.gov.auPhone: 9404 8865Cost: FreeFacilitator: Queerspace @ Drummond Street ServicesSupportingyourLGBTIQ+andnon-binarychildaims to provide family members and carers withinformationonlanguage,experiences,research and referrals.Recommended for: parents/carers of young people (aged 10-25)

OctoberTuning into Teens (6 week program)Date: Wednesday14,21,28Octoberand 4, 11, 18 November, 10am-12pm Venue: Community Room, EDGE Community Space,ShopMM1WestfieldPlenty Valley, 415 McDonalds Rd, Mill ParkBookings: trybooking.com/BGOUB3Enquiries:FamilyServicesEducationOfficer familytraining@whittlesea.vic.gov.auPhone: 9404 8865Cost: FreeFacilitator: ParentZoneWouldyouliketolearnhowtobebetterattalkingwithyourteen,bebetteratunderstanding your teen, help your teen learn tomanagetheiremotions,helptopreventbehaviour problems in your teen and teach yourteentodealwithconflict?Recommended for: parents/carers of young people (aged 10-25)

Super Kids SundayDate: Sunday18October,12pm-4pmVenue: Check Council’s website: www.whittlesea.vic.gov.auIgniteyourchild’simaginationatthisever-popular children’s week FREE event. Bring thekidsalongforanafternoonofchildren’sentertainment featuring live entertainment andinteractiveplayactivities.

Dads building solutions (3 week program)Date: Thursday29Octoberand 5 & 12 November, 6.30pm-9pm Venue: Community Room, EDGE Community Space,ShopMM1WestfieldPlenty Valley, 415 McDonalds Rd, Mill ParkBookings: trybooking.com/BGKCBEnquiries:FamilyServicesEducationOfficer familytraining@whittlesea.vic.gov.auPhone: 9404 8865Cost: FreeFacilitator: ParentZoneBased on ParentZone’s Parents Building Solutions,thisprogrammewillenabledadstocometogethertodiscusswhatparentingissues and concerns they have and together they will work on strategies and ideas on how to become the dad they want to be. The dads willbeguidedtoidentifythekeyareasofsupporttheyneedinparentingtheirteens.Recommended for: dads/fathers of young people (aged 10-25)

NovemberEarly Years Parent InformationDate: Monday 16 November, 10am-11.30amVenue: WhittleseaLibrary, 57-61LaurelStreet,WhittleseaEnquiries:FamilyServicesEducationOfficer familytraining@whittlesea.vic.gov.auPhone: 9404 8865Cost: FreeFacilitator:CityofWhittleseaEarlyYearsTeamComealongtoastorytimeatyourlocallibrarywithyourchildren.AfterthesessionyouwillbeabletomeetwiththeCityofWhittleseaEarlyYearsstaffdiscussarangeoftopicsrelatingtoyourchildrenandbeinformedonprograms and events in the community.Recommended for: parents/carers of children

Raising adventurous and colourful eatersDate: Friday16October,10am-12pm Venue: Jindi Family and Community Centre 48 Breadalbane Avenue, Mernda Bookings: trybooking.com/BGGPTEnquiries:FamilyServicesEducationOfficer familytraining@whittlesea.vic.gov.auPhone: 9404 8865Cost: FreeFacilitator: DPV HealthThissessionwillprovideinformationandpracticaltipsonraisingadventurousandcolourful eaters.Recommended for: parents/carers of children