The great people at the Greythorn Bowls Club are huge supporters of Live Music in Manningham and many are fellow music folk, so we're in great hands.

On Thursday 6 November they are hosting an Open Mic Night and we thought it would be a great chance for us all to gather together, maybe play a tune or two?

As a part of the Live and Local program with Manningham Council these meet ups are an opportunity for us to connect as a community and shape the Live and Local Program and the future of Live Music in Manningham.

Come to one or all and let’s make music happen locally!

All people passionate about live music who live or play in Manningham are welcome.

Details

Date: Thursday 6 November 2025

Time: 6.30pm to 8.00pm - Open Mic starts at 7.30pm

Venue: Greythorn Bowling Club

7 Gregory Ct, Doncaster VIC 3108

Check out more info about the venue here: Greythorn Bowling Club Doncaster – In the heart of Manningham

Access information

Greythorn Bowling Club is a flat wheelchair accessible building with no stairs. For more information regarding venue accessibility please contact them directly by phone on 0417 396 470

For all other access enquiries please email arts@manningham.vic.gov.au or call 9840 9444.

Doncaster resident Al Turley will be offering a staged reading of his new musical.  

With music by Jason Whatt and direction by Beth Mondragon Williams, this is a story of love and mayhem when two bachelor residents of Sunnyside Retirement Village are captivated by a new female occupant.

Hosted by Manningham Council and delivered by Leisure Networks.

This free webinar will focus on the essentials of sponsorship and fundraising - two vital tools for building a sustainable and successful club. 

This session will give you the confidence and know-how to boost your club’s income and strengthen community connections.

What you'll learn:

• Why sponsors matter
• How to attract sponsors and how to create a proposal – examples and case studies provided
• How to sell your club 
• Who potential sponsors are and how to identify the right fit for your club
• Practical strategies to approach and maintain sponsorship relationships
• Innovative sponsor and fundraising ideas
• Strategies and tips on fundraising 

Carers Saturday cuppa and chat is a chance for all people who are currently caring for people with disability and mental health to reconnect and find support over a free cuppa.

The session will be facilitated by Dr Nakisa Malakooti.  Dr Malakooti is a carer and a neuroscientist and has lived at Manningham for the last 27 years. She is a strong advocate for carers, disability, mental health and those with dementia.

The Florentine Muse: Echoes of the Medici in the courts of Europe.

Join the Courtly Arts Performers as we seek out traces of the Medici in music and dances from the early Renaissance to the Baroque. Enjoy our court costumes, period instruments, and meticulously researched choreographies.

Booking essential.
 

Skate Park Leagues (SPL) is coming to Warrandyte! Locals will battle it out in the skate, scoot and BMX competitions to decide the winner. 

Athletes can compete to be crowned the winner of not only Warrandyte, but also the Victorian Melbourne Metro. Points from each round accumulate throughout the year to decide the best of 2023.

Entry is free and people of all ages and abilities can have a go.

Those still finding their feet get the opportunity to have a go, improve skills and confidence and interact with the pros.

Prizes will be raffled off between competitors so everyone has a chance at taking something home.

Event schedule:

• Scoot - 11.00am
• BMX - 12.30pm
• Skate - 1.30pm

SPL competitions give the community the opportunity to come together, watch and support the talent, get involved and cheer on their own.

The Warrandyte round of SPL has been brought to life through a partnership between Manningham Council, The Y, Victorian Skateboarding Association (VSA), AusCycling and Skate Australia.  

Ausome Hoops delivers weekly programs to kids on the spectrum, providing a safe, inclusive space where they can learn how to play basketball free from the judgment from others that may be present in mainstream sports programs.
The program was created after Phoebe McShane saw a lack of Autism-Inclusive sport programs available for her younger brother. His experiences saw him struggle to stick to a sport for more than 6 months due to the lack of knowledge and support from coaches and peers. He had tried just about every sport offered in their area but hadn’t found the right fit. And from here, Ausome Hoops was born!
Bulleen Boomers have been running Ausome Hoops for three years now, positively impacting the lives of not only the participants, but their families as well.
“Ausome Hoops is the best part of our week! My son loves the sessions, and I can sit back and relax, knowing he is in great hands. I used to help with him in the sessions when he first started, but he is so confident now that I can step away and just enjoy watching him!”

Please contact Jen for further information or if you require an invoice for NDIS before registering to attend.

Are you a person with disability? Are you on the NDIS or not on the NDIS? Perhaps you're a carer, friend, family member, or just interested in disability inclusion?
Do you want to know more about local opportunities for people with disability and how to remove barriers to inclusion?

The expo includes:

• Support services
• Social inclusion 
• Arts
• Sport
• Recreation
• Housing
• Education
• Employment

Celebrating International Day of People with Disability, come along to Inclusive Connections.

The expo, in Function Room 1 and 2, starting at 12.00pm

We'll have many service providers for you to connect with. Discover what services and programs are available for people with disability in Manningham.

Speaker program, in Function Room 3 , starting at 12.20pm 

There’ll be three live talks and a panel on during the event. Topics include:

• Navigating the NDIS, with Christine Scott from VALID
• An easy guide to the Social Model of Disability, with Mark Glascodine
• Inclusive fashion, with JAM the label
• A panel discussion about barriers and enablers to access and inclusion, with the Manningham Disability Advisory Committee

Art exhibition, in the foyer  

Art by world renowned artist with disability, Alan Constable, in the foyer of the Civic Centre. This exhibition will run from 17 November to 17 December.

This is a mask friendly event and includes a quiet space. 

Power 2 Pedal is a fun and welcoming program, delivered in a safe environment where kids and teens with autism will learn and develop their bike riding skills.

This program will also support people to build their skills and confidence to be able to include bike riding in their everyday life, for example riding to school.

When

Each Monday between  22 April and 27 May 2024 (six week program). 

Cost

$90 or participants can use NDIS plans to pay for the program.

Intermediate (Level 2)

This level is designed for those who are confident riding but need to refine their skills. Focus areas may be controlling/turning, braking, scanning, gear changing and hazard awareness. Participants will also get the opportunity to learn new BMX skills and ride on the BMX track.

If your child is a less experienced rider, register for the Level 1 (beginner) program instead.

Each session will have a maximum of 10 participants with two coaches.

Support staff

We recommend all participants have someone with them at the program to support their development one-on-one.

Please note that support staff are not organised through this program. Should participant support be required, please organise this through a disability service provider (such as Leisure Networks). 

What to bring

Participants are encouraged to bring their own bike and helmet. If this is not possible and you require access to equipment or you are unsure what level would be appropriate for your child, please phone Tori on 0434 412 989 or email tori.honner@leisurenetworks.org.

Places are limited in this program and registration is required.

Power 2 Pedal is supported by VicHealth in partnership with Aus Cycling, Manningham Council, and the Park Orchards BMX club.

 For more information read the flyer below.

Come down and give bowls a go! 

Everyone is welcome to join us for a fun-filled day of bowls, friendship, and community spirit. 

Enjoy free coaching, a sausage sizzle, ice cream for kids, and afternoon tea.

Drinks will be available at member prices.

No experience needed - just bring your enthusiasm!

Bring the family for a fun weekend at the Veneto Club to celebrate all things Salami

Festivities will include:

• Tasting and sales
• Live Entertainment
• Demonstations
• Salami judging
• Food and drink stalls

The upcoming event will feature three expert speakers offering valuable insights for seniors and their families. 

Join us for this practical, actionable, professional and motivating triple bill event featuring:

• Ilya Egorov from Balance Financial Group - a Financial Advisor
• Professional Organiser, Veronica Kennedy from A Hand to Help 
• Dianne Grace from Dianne Grace Family Law

Parking available at The Pines Learning Centre car park. Some disabled parking places are available.

Places are limited and registration is essential. 

Contact The Pines Learning Centre on 9842 6726 or visit our website.