Do you have a smartphone or tablet and have a question on how to do something? This informal Q&A drop-in session will give you the opportunity to ask our librarian for help. Learn accessibility settings, how to download an app or how to use the calendar for reminders. Join with others at this roundtable Tech Help session; their question may be something you would also like to know. 

Join Sustainable Gardening Australia to learn how to grow your own cut flowers. 

The session covers choosing the best location, soil preparation, what to grow when, and tips for getting the best blooms from what you grow.

 This event is supported by North East Link Program’s North East Community Fund.

Footy 4 Fun inclusion is for children aged 5 to 12 that identify as having a disability.

The program will involve fun and modified AFL and sport activities delivered in a safe and inclusive environment.

All abilities are welcome, no prior experience playing AFL is needed.

Facility is wheelchair accessible.

Plenty of parking available on site. 

Come along to MY Hub to get support with writing your resume and preparing for interviews.

Support includes:

• CV and resume creation
• interview preparation
• dealing with anxiety
• problem solving for workplace issues
• general career pathway advice.

Support is provided by Manningham Youth Services. 

Registration is not required, pop into MY Hub to get started!

Does your dog:

• Bark when you are not at home?
• Become destructive in the house?
• Have toilet accidents even if they are toilet trained?

Your dog may be feeling distressed about being left alone.

Come along to this informative evening at which experienced animal behaviourist, Elonnah Dutton, will help you to understand what may be worrying your fur-baby.

Join us for an informative evening presented by Leanne Carney, owner of A Dog’s Life – Pet First Aid Care and Nutrition, and learn about:

• The history of pet food
• Introduction to the basics of raw feeding
• Nutritional needs for life stages
• Raw vs Cooked vs Commercial
• Supplements
• Reading Pet Food Labels
• How much and how often to feed
• Basic recipes
   

Join us inside Kevin Heinze GROW Doncaster for our annual Spring Celebration in support of our vital work! This is your annual opportunity to see behind the scenes at Kevin Heinze GROW and see what we do – plus support our transformative work in the community. 

Proudly supported by Manningham Council's Community Grants program.



 

This event is for gardening enthusiasts, families, community members, KHG supporters, Therapeutic Horticulture professionals, and anyone interested in learning more about Kevin Heinze Grow - a fantastic opportunity to meet our friendly team and learn more about our therapeutic gardening program as well as other programs and services.

 

Caroline Ellen is one of Australia's most trusted parent educators. Through her presentations, podcast, online courses, private coaching, and online membership, she has helped thousands of families build stronger connections. After 15 years of being a social worker specialising in children and families, Caroline has seen first hand what information and support parents really need in order to make changes at home. Caroline delivers difficult, often challenging information in a style that feels relatable, reassuring, and safe.

In Kids, nudes & the internet, Caroline provides practical resources and advice you can put into immediate action. We'll explore what you can do to reduce the risk of harm, and how to take action if things go wrong.

Caroline's advice is clear, actionable, and empowering. Parents walk away feeling more confident about what action they can be taken to protect their children and ensure a safer, stronger future.

This event is proudly supported by Manningham Councils Community Grants Program.

Learn more about your legal rights whilst planning for your future during this free webinar.

Anita Koochew from Eastern Community Legal Centre will deliver an online information session on the role of Powers of Attorney and other Substitute Decision Making mechanisms to support people with a disability and their carers.

This event is being delivered as part of Victorian Law Week 2024. 

Join Eastern Community Legal Centre (ECLC) for Taking Charge: Planning for the future, including healthy ageing, wills and powers of attorney.

Visit The Pines, Bulleen and Warrandyte Libraries during Victorian Law Week (20 to 26 May) to learn about legal issues relevant to you and your community.

Information brochures from ECLC will be made available from information stalls.

Join Laura Battley, Registered Clinical Psychotherapist, Arts Therapist and Professional Development Trainer in this restorative session for Carers.

SoulCollage® provides a useful tool for self-reflection and self-care through creativity, imagery, and calming breathwork.

Connecting creative expression, mindfulness, and bodily awareness, you will tune into your inner resources to develop an empowering, wellbeing practice.  

The theme of this Business Breakfast focuses on the "Value of financial advice".

Lead by Asel Bolotbek of Fiducian Financial Services, this session will assist members and guests in discovering the essential role professional monetary advice plays in creating a sound financial future.

The Manningham Business Network Inc. (MBN) is your local business network that is open to all small and medium businesses in the Manningham area.

Join Veronica from A Hand to Help as she shares tried and true methods to help:

•  downsize
•  declutter
•  and spring clean to make space for growth and new possibilities.

Plus, how to recycle to reduce landfill in a mindful and thoughtful way, and part with possessions while reflecting on the memoires they evoke. 

This is a free event, however registrations are essential. 

Contact Pines Learning to register.

Understand the basics of technology, including smartphones and other digital devices. Learn about their functionality and the ways you can use these devices to connect with others and access services over the internet.

The topics covered include:

• using your smartphone
• using SMS
• connecting and working safely
• navigating the internet
• using email
• using social media
• using apps and software
• everyday technology
• staying safe online.

Have you ever wanted to play music but weren’t sure where to start? 

Well, look no further! The ukelele is a versatile and welcoming instrument for beginners.

Learn and play in a relaxed and social environment with experienced music educator, Nick Anthony, who will guide you on your burgeoning musical journey.

Car parking is available onsite and Bus 905 stops at Thompsons Road / Sunhill Road bus stop.
 

Alison Evans, from local digital marketing agency Pinpoint Local, is a specialist in Google Business Profile optimisation strategies.

In this session she will help you get what you need most - more customers, more leads and more sales with SEO strategies and a Google Business Profile.

Alison will also give you an insight into the new AI Google Search.

Active Manningham is running an online workshop to assist sports clubs understand marketing, promotion and social media.

MK Consulting will facilitate the session. Topics covered include:

• Effective marketing strategies for community sport.
• Understand how to tailor your marketing and promotion to reach diverse audiences.
• Learn how to maximise your club’s social media impact.

Active Manningham is running an online workshop to assist sports clubs with membership retention and acquisition.

MK Consulting will facilitate the session. Topics covered include:

• Unpacking the latest participation data and trends impacting membership in community sport
• Understanding barriers and motivating factors for sports participation to increase retention
• Learning how to grow and diversify your membership base.

Come and join this free and useful session to learn how to navigate common online forms on your phone.

We cover common Council forms, how to update your Medicare details and Centrelink forms.

• bring your own smartphone
• no experience required
• iPhone and Android supported.
• bookings required (limited spots available).

Hosted by Living and Learning at Ajani.

Presented by Cancer Council Victoria and BreastScreen Victoria, this free session will cover topics such as

• keeping yourself and your family healthy
• the free national screening programs
• ways to prevent cancer and how to undertake free easy and painless screening at home or at a clinic

Content is particularly relevant to those up to 75 years of age, however all welcome.

 

Places are limited - bookings essential.