Seniors Festival 2023

This October, we extend a warm invitation to senior residents to enjoy an array of events, activities, and even enjoy free travel, all in the spirit of this year's festival theme: Learn, Love, Live.  

Supported by the Victorian Government, City of Whittlesea’s Seniors Festival celebrates the diverse contributions of our seniors and offer exciting opportunities for new experiences.  

Join us as we learn, love, and live through workshops, social gatherings, come-and-try events, and a whole lot of fun! 

For further information or assistance with booking, please call City of Whittlesea’s Aging Well team on 9217 2170, or email ageingwell@whittlesea.vic.gov.au.

 

 

Senior’s Festival Launch and Hobby Showcase

Monday 2 October, 10.30am - 12pm 

Join us for the Seniors Festival launch and enjoy morning tea and a showcase of senior’s hobbies in the City of Whittlesea. 

Location: Civic Centre, 25 Ferres Boulevard, South Morang 
Brought to you by: City of Whittlesea

 

Japanese ink art with Junko Azukawa  

Tuesday 3 October, 10am – 12pm 

Experience Japanese ink art, Sumi-e, with Junko Azukawa. You’ll learn to create your own ink, different ink tones and brush techniques. Sumi-e is a powerful way to be in the moment and aware of your surroundings, to express the connection between nature and your inner self. All materials and a morning tea will be provided. 

Location: Sherwin Rise Retirement Village, 40 Chetwynd Grove Wollert
Brought to you by: Keyton  

 

Hearing Bus 

Wednesday 4 October, 9am - 3.30pm 

Get a free hearing check and advice on hearing health at Yarra Plenty Regional Library’s Hearing Bus event. 

Location: Mill Park Library, 394 Plenty Rd, Mill Park 
Brought to you by: Yarra Plenty Regional Library 

 

Golf Clinic for Beginners

Wednesday 4 October, 10am  -12pm  

New to golf? Join us for a beginners clinic and morning tea at the Growling Frog Golf Course. 

Location: Growling Frog Golf Course, 1910 Donnybrook Rd, Woodstock
Brought to you by: City of Whittlesea

 

Diabetes and Healthy Eating for Older Adults 

Thursday 5 October, 11am – 12.30 pm 

Join Yarra Plenty Regional Library for an informative session on managing diabetes through healthy eating. 

Location: Lalor Library, 2A May Road, Lalor 
Brought to you by: Yarra Plenty Regional Library 

 

Whittlesea U3A Expo 

Saturday 7 October, 9.30am - 2.30pm 

Explore Whittlesea U3A's activities, upcoming events and more through displays, information booths, stalls, and a Digital Literacy stand. 

Location: May Road Senior Citizen Centre, 2B May Road, Lalor
Brought to you by: Whittlesea U3A

No booking necessary. 

 

Virtual Reality Experience 

Tuesday 10 October, 11am - 1pm 

Immerse yourself in a virtual world at Yarra Plenty Regional Library’s VR Experience event. 

Location: Thomastown Library, 52 Main St, Thomastown 
Brought to you by: Yarra Plenty Regional Library 

 

Golf Clinic for Beginners

Wednesday 11 October, 10am  -12pm 

New to golf? Join us for a beginners clinic and morning tea at the Growling Frog Golf Course. 

Location: Growling Frog Golf Course, 1910 Donnybrook Rd, Woodstock
Brought to you by: City of Whittlesea

 

Line Dancing for Beginners

Wednesday 11 October, 9.15am - 10.15am 

Join a weekly line dancing class aimed at beginners and enjoy simple instruction from an experienced teacher. 

Location: Epping Memorial Hall, 827 High St, Epping
Brought to you by: Whittlesea U3A, 0412 230 561

 

Intergenerational Storytime 

Wednesday 11 October, 10.30am - 11am 

Enjoy stories, singing and rhymes with your grandchild. 

Location: Lalor Library, 2A May Road, Lalor 
Brought to you by: Yarra Plenty Regional Library 

 

Morning Melodies

Thursday 12 October, 10.30am - 12pm 

Delight in morning melodies with musical entertainment and conversations over morning tea. 

Location: Mernda Village Community Activity Centre, 70 Mernda Village Drive, Mernda
Brought to you by: City of Whittlesea

 

Singing for Joy

Thursday 12 October, 3.30pm - 5.30pm 

Join a weekly singing group for fun and enthusiastic singing sessions. No experience required. 

Location:
Brought to you by: Whittlesea U3A, 0412 230 561 

  

Recipe Reminisce 

Friday 13 October, 1.30pm - 3pm 

Share and savour nostalgic recipes at our Recipe Reminisce gathering. 

Location: Lalor Library, 2A May Road, Lalor 
Brought to you by: Yarra Plenty Regional Library 

 

Wills Information Session 

Thursday 16 October, 1pm - 2pm 

Learn about wills and estate planning to secure your future. 

Location: Mill Park Library, 394 Plenty Road, Mill Park 
Brought to you by: Yarra Plenty Regional Library 

 

Seniors Exercise Park Launch

Tuesday 17 October, 10am - 11.30am 

Try our new outdoor exercise space with guidance from trained staff and volunteers. 

Location: Seniors Exercise Park, 36 Barry Road, Thomastown
Brought to you by: City of Whittlesea

 

Seniors Trivia Challenge

Wednesday 18 October, 1pm - 3pm 

Test your knowledge across various topics in this interactive trivia challenge. 

Location: Whittlesea Library, 57-61 Laurel St, Whittlesea
Brought to you by: Yarra Plenty Regional Library, (03) 9716 3028 

 

Tenpin Bowling 

Friday 20 October, 10am – 12pm 

Join us for a friendly competition with fun-filled game of tenpin bowling. Free morning tea and award ceremony is included.  

Location: Oz Tenpin Epping, Unit 41/53 Miller St, Epping
Brought to you by: City of Whittlesea

 

Scam Awareness and Computer Security

Friday 20 October, 12pm – 1pm 

Protect yourself from scams and online threats with Scamwatch. 

Location: Thomastown Library, 52 Main St, Thomastown 
Brought to you by: Yarra Plenty Regional Library 

 

Multicultural Cinema Screening: Brothers from Malta 

Monday 23 October, 10am - 12pm 

Enjoy a screening of the international film ‘Brothers from Malta’ in the PRACC theatre. Brothers must break their 7-year silence when they're forced to road trip across California. 

Location: Plenty Ranges Arts and Convention Centre (PRACC), 35 Ferres Boulevard, South Morang
Brought to you by: City of Whittlesea

 

Fashion Fun and Fizz  

Tuesday 24 October, 12 – 2pm 

Enjoy a special jazz performance from Jen Hawley with a glass of sparkling on arrival and light lunch. Following a short tour of the Sherwin Rise Wellness Hub and the Orion display suite guests will enjoy a fashion parade and presentation from Donna Bracken, the designer and creative behind U and I Designs. U and I Designs provides beautiful, high-quality clothing developed specifically for the over 55's, with an expertly curated range of stylish garments that are designed to fit and flatter.

Location: Sherwin Rise Retirement Village, 40 Chetwynd Grove Wollert 
Brought to you by: Keyton 

 

Virtual Reality Experience 

Tuesday 24 October, 11am - 1pm 

Immerse yourself in a virtual world at our VR Experience event. 

Location: Mill Park Library, 394 Plenty Rd, Mill Park 
Brought to you by: Yarra Plenty Regional Library 

 

Carpet Bowls

Thursday 26 October, 9am – 3.30pm 

We're teaming up with City of Banyule to host a day of carpet bowls. Take part in a tournament or  the ‘come and try’ session and enjoy a free lunch and morning tea. 

Location: Thomastown Recreation and Aquatic Centre, 52 - 54 Main Street, Thomastown
Brought to you by: City of Whittlesea and City of Banyule

 

Music Performance with Alexandra 

Thursday 26 October, 1.30 - 2.30pm 

Enjoy a music performance with local singer Alexandra, who will perform classic hits from across the generations. 

Location: Lalor Library, 2A May Road, Lalor 
Brought to you by: Yarra Plenty Regional Library 

 

Mindfulness and Relaxation Program

Friday 27 October, 10 - 11.30am 

Join us for a mindfulness and relaxation program with morning tea. 

Location: Lalor Library, 2a May Road, Lalor
Brought to you by: City of Whittlesea

 

Scam Awareness and Online Security 

Monday 30 October, 2 – 3pm  

Stay safe online by learning about scam awareness and online security. 

Location: Mill Park Library, 394 Plenty Rd, Mill Park 
Brought to you by: Yarra Plenty Regional Library 

 

Morning Melodies

Tuesday 31 October, 10.30am - 12pm 

Enjoy morning melodies with music entertainment from Dame Cara Lynn. 

Location: Kirrip Community Centre, 35 De Rossi Boulevard, Wollert
Brought to you by: City of Whittlesea

 

Active Adults Program

Every Wednesday, 11am - 11.45am 

Join a fun group exercise program using light weights, chairs, and resistance bands. 

Location: Thomastown Recreation and Aquatic Centre, 52 - 54 Main Street, Thomastown
Cost: $7.50 per session. Pay at TRAC reception upon arrival or call ahead on 99463 0700. 
Brought to you by: Thomastown Recreation and Aquatic Centre 

 

Aqua Zumba Program

Every Friday, 7pm - 7.45pm 

Enjoy a fun Aqua Zumba program set to upbeat songs in the warm pool. 

Location: Thomastown Recreation and Aquatic Centre, 52 - 54 Main Street, Thomastown 
Cost: $7.50 per session. Pay at TRAC reception upon arrival or call ahead on 99463 0700
Brought to you by: Thomastown Recreation and Aquatic Centre  

 

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