Calendar

 

May
10
Fri
First aid for seniors @ Diamond Creek Neighbourhood House
May 10 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm

This session will prepare you for possible emergencies. The topics will include: falls and fractures; cuts and scrapes; infections and burns; cardiovascular problems (cardiac arrest and angina); heat- and cold-related illness; stroke/asthma; diabetes/anaphylaxis; and seizure. It will also include ways to do CPR without you being on the floor.

May
16
Thu
Speakeasy – gangsters and gambling palace @ Heidelberg Golf Club
May 16 @ 6:30 pm – 11:00 pm

This event will feature cabaret performances, 1920s and 30s jazz, dancing, gaming (only toy money!) and prohibition iniquities! Dress code: tassels, top hats, feather boas, gangsters, flappers, pin stripes and zoot suits. Drinks at bar prices.

May
26
Sun
An afternoon at court @ Warrandyte Community Centre, The Victory Room
May 26 @ 3:00 pm – 4:15 pm

The Courtly Arts Performers of Victoria will step back in time to present a cornucopia of Medieval, Renaissance and Baroque dance, music and song from the Royal Courts of England, Germany, Italy and France. Featuring the Courtly Arts Renaissance & Baroque dancers and musicians, with vocalists Sarah Amos and Natalie Maroki.

Jun
4
Tue
Bunnings garden club @ Bunnings Eltham
Jun 4 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm

Caring for indoor plants over winter. Therapeutic plants such as lavender, mint and camomile. Make your own teas.

D.I.Y – make your own window seal planter box.

Jun
15
Sat
Open Cellars of Nillumbik @ Various wineries in Nillumbik
Jun 15 @ 11:00 am – 5:00 pm

On both 15th and 16th of June.

Visit any or all of the family-owned wineries in Nillumbik, each with an individual style, where the grapes are hand-picked and hand-crushed by family and friends in the traditional style, with wines developed on site. This is a chance to sample wines at wineries not always open to the public. You will also find food to complement the wine, as well as live music and artworks from local artists at some venues. There is no entry fee, or tasting fee, at any of the venues.

The participating wineries usually include: Buttermans Track, Easthill Estate, Hildebrand Ridge Organic Vineyard, Kings of Kangaroo Ground, Nillumbik Estate, Panton Hill Vineyard & Winery, Punch Wines, Shaws Road Winery, Swipers Gully Vineyard, Watson’s Creek Wines, Wedgetail Estate and Yarrambat Estate Vineyard.

Jun
16
Sun
Open Cellars of Nillumbik @ Various wineries in Nillumbik
Jun 16 @ 11:00 am – 5:00 pm

On both 15th and 16th of June.

Visit any or all of the family-owned wineries in Nillumbik, each with an individual style, where the grapes are hand-picked and hand-crushed by family and friends in the traditional style, with wines developed on site. This is a chance to sample wines at wineries not always open to the public. You will also find food to complement the wine, as well as live music and artworks from local artists at some venues. There is no entry fee, or tasting fee, at any of the venues.

The participating wineries usually include: Buttermans Track, Easthill Estate, Hildebrand Ridge Organic Vineyard, Kings of Kangaroo Ground, Nillumbik Estate, Panton Hill Vineyard & Winery, Punch Wines, Shaws Road Winery, Swipers Gully Vineyard, Watson’s Creek Wines, Wedgetail Estate and Yarrambat Estate Vineyard.

Jun
17
Mon
Protecting your rights @ Hurstbridge Community Hub
Jun 17 @ 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm

This session will provide an overview of elder abuse (different types), risks, prevention and support through Seniors Rights Victoria and other key agencies as well as the importance of having a Power of Attorney in place.

To book your place, contact the Council’s Positive Ageing Officer by phone (0437 676 617) or email (positive.ageing@nillumbik.vic.gov.au).

Jun
19
Wed
Money, ageing and family @ Diamond Valley Library
Jun 19 @ 9:30 am – 12:00 pm

This session will cover what you should consider when moving in with children, children moving back home, lending money to family and the importance of having a Power of Attorney in place. There will also be an opportunity to participate in the ‘warm safe home’ art project.

To book your place, contact the Council’s Positive Ageing Officer by phone (0437 676 617) or email (positive.ageing@nillumbik.vic.gov.au).

Aug
15
Thu
Eltham Rotary Art Show gala opening night @ Eltham Community and Reception Centre,
Aug 15 @ 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm

Attend the opening, preview the show and find out the awards.

Aug
16
Fri
Eltham Rotary Art Show @ Eltham Community and Reception Centre,
Aug 16 @ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm

The 2024 show will focus on 3D art: ceramics, sculpture, glass, jewellery and woodwork.

Eltham Rotary Art Show @ Eltham Community and Reception Centre,
Aug 16 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

The 2024 show will focus on 3D art: ceramics, sculpture, glass, jewellery and woodwork.

Aug
17
Sat
Eltham Rotary Art Show @ Eltham Community and Reception Centre,
Aug 17 @ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm

The 2024 show will focus on 3D art: ceramics, sculpture, glass, jewellery and woodwork.

Nov
9
Sat
Eltham & District Woodworkers Annual Exhibition @ Eltham Community and Reception Centre,
Nov 9 @ 9:00 am – 5:00 pm

There will be extensive displays of their members’ work, with many items for sale. There will also be demonstrations of various woodworking techniques. Current groups include cabinet making, carving, woodturning, musical instrument, box making, pyrography and scroll sawing.

Nov
10
Sun
Eltham & District Woodworkers Annual Exhibition @ Eltham Community and Reception Centre,
Nov 10 @ 9:00 am – 5:00 pm

There will be extensive displays of their members’ work, with many items for sale. There will also be demonstrations of various woodworking techniques. Current groups include cabinet making, carving, woodturning, musical instrument, box making, pyrography and scroll sawing.

Nov
16
Sat
Nillumbik Artists Open Studios @ Various around
Nov 16 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Artists Open Studios will be on Saturday 27th April, Sunday 28th April, Saturday 4th May and Sunday 5th May, each 10am-5pm.

Around 30 studios will be open to the public, displaying a wide range of techniques and art forms. Download the studio guide.

Nov
17
Sun
Nillumbik Artists Open Studios @ Various around
Nov 17 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Artists Open Studios will be on Saturday 27th April, Sunday 28th April, Saturday 4th May and Sunday 5th May, each 10am-5pm.

Around 30 studios will be open to the public, displaying a wide range of techniques and art forms. Download the studio guide.

Nov
23
Sat
Nillumbik Artists Open Studios @ Various around
Nov 23 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Artists Open Studios will be on Saturday 27th April, Sunday 28th April, Saturday 4th May and Sunday 5th May, each 10am-5pm.

Around 30 studios will be open to the public, displaying a wide range of techniques and art forms. Download the studio guide.

Nov
24
Sun
Nillumbik Artists Open Studios @ Various around
Nov 24 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Artists Open Studios will be on Saturday 27th April, Sunday 28th April, Saturday 4th May and Sunday 5th May, each 10am-5pm.

Around 30 studios will be open to the public, displaying a wide range of techniques and art forms. Download the studio guide.