R U OK? Day - September events - Whittlesea Council

Event details

Description:: To recognise R U OK? Day, we'll be hosting community-focused events throughout the month of September.
Date:: From Wednesday, 6 September 2023 to
Friday, 15 September 2023
Time: 9:00AM — 4:00PM
Location:: Various locations across the City of Whittlesea
Contact:: City of Whittlesea
Phone:: 9217 2170
Cost:: Free

Highlights

The City of Whittlesea is proud to take part in R U OK? Day, an initiative that encourages meaningful conversations and promotes a culture of open communication and support within our community.

Throughout September, we have a series of engaging events and activities planned across Community Activity Centres in the City of Whittlesea. These events are designed to foster connections, promote well-being, and encourage open conversations.

Epping

Epping Community Centre - Wednesday 6 September from 10am

Join us for a morning of connection and wellness with free morning tea, barista-brewed coffee, and Zumba classes for parents and children.

Galada Community Centre - Thursday 14 September, 1 - 3pm

Experience a heartfelt Punjabi R U OK? Day conversation session in partnership with DPV Health, featuring an R U OK? Day ambassador and enjoy free afternoon tea.

South Morang

Civic Centre - Monday 11 September, 10.30am - 12.30pm

Engage in an Arabic R U OK? Day conversation session with an R U OK? Day ambassador in collaboration with DPV Health, followed by a complimentary morning tea.

Riverside Community Activity Centre - Monday 11 September – Friday 15 September

Visit our Conversation Corner all week to discover resources that will help you have meaningful conversations with your loved ones.

Wollert

Ganbu Gulinj Community Activity Centre - Tuesday 12 September, 11.30am - 12.30pm

We are teaming up with The Hub 3757 to create a gratitude wall and host a badge making workshop with free morning tea.

Kirrip Community Centre - Wednesday 13 September, 11am – 12pm

Join us for a free morning tea session in partnership with Neami National.

Whittlesea

Whittlesea Community Garden - Thursday 14 September, 10am – 12pm

Enjoy a free morning tea amid the serene Whittlesea Community Garden and unleash your creativity with a mindful art activity. Guest speakers from Victoria Police, LIFT mental health, and Expresso Legal will join us.