FREE Enjoy reading, watching movies or having an interesting chat about the latest news? Come along for a cuppa and biscuits and have a look at our large collection of books and DVDs. All welcome. No bookings required. Meets fortnightly on Wednesday LOCATION: Caroline Springs Library
Writers Group @ Caroline Springs Library
Wednesday, 8 October 2008
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
The writers group meets every Wednesday @ 6:30pm at the Caroline Springs Library. For enquiries contact 9747 5300.
LOCATION: Caroline Springs Library
Detox Your Home and Re-Sale Centre Grand Opening
Thursday, 9 October 2008
1:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Two new services for Melton Residents will open today at the Melton Recycling Centre:
The Detox Your Home Centre will accept: paint, flourescent tubes and globes, barbeque gas cylinders and household and car batteries for recycling.
The Re-Sale Centre will accept used items such as: furniture, electrical equipment, plumbing fixtures, building products, toys, books , records, clothing, garden furniture, kitchen ware, crockery and toys. These items will be sold in the re-sale centre.
To attend the event you must RSVP. Refreshments will be provided.
The Centre's hours after the opening will be: Monday to Friday: 8am - 4pm Weekends and Public Holidays: 9am - 4pm
LOCATION: Ferris Road Melton South (Melways 3443 H1). CONTACT NAME: Gerard Jones PHONE: 9747 7200 EMAIL: gerardj@melton.vic.gov.au
Belly Dancing @ Melton Waves
Friday, 10 October 2008
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
BELLY DANCING with Deb Ford. Come along and have a laugh and build killer abs! FREE for members, or $50 for the 6 week course for non members
Our new come and try classes last for 6 weeks. Then the class will change to something NEW, something that you would not normally see as a part of our group fitness timetable! Be sure to keep an eye out for all our come and try classes. LOCATION: Melton Waves CONTACT NAME: Paige PHONE: 9747 4340 EMAIL: paige@meltonwaves.com.au WEB: http://www.meltonwaves.com.au
Melton Bushwalkers Club Activity
Saturday, 11 October 2008
8:00 AM
A circuit walk beggining at Robson Track (near Blue Gum Track) to Hogan Track No. 1 and Hogan track. This walk is 14km and will take approxiamtely 5-6 hours to complete.
LOCATION: Lerderderg State Park CONTACT NAME: Terry Manning PHONE: 9743 7441
Friends of Toolern Creek Platypus Festival
Saturday, 11 October 2008
12:00 NOON - 4:00 PM
Friends of Toolern Creek Platypus Festival Fun for everyone of all ages environmental groups, face painting,jumpimg castle, snake man, children's activites and much more
LOCATION: Tamar Drive and Raymond Street CONTACT NAME: Lyn Holdsworth PHONE: 97470525 EMAIL: lynholdsworth@optusnet.com.au WEB: http://www.fotc.com.au
Seniors Dinner Dance
Saturday, 11 October 2008
6:30 PM - 11:00 PM
Entertainment will be provided by renowned performer Tony Pantano. His performance is a recipe of ballads, classical, rock and a sprinkle of humour, topped by his rich warm voice, captivates the most demanding audiences which has made Tony Pantano a most sought after performer.
You'll also enjoy a scrumptious meal as part of your entry to the event. All this for only $22.
Bookings are essential and tickets will sell out, so get in early. They're on sale at the Melton Visitor Information Centre 322 High St, Melton.
LOCATION: Community Hall, Melton Civic Centre CONTACT NAME: Visitor Information Centre PHONE: 9747 7300 EMAIL: visitor@melton.vic.gov.au
The Springs Market
Sunday, 12 October 2008
9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
The Springs Market dishes up some of Victoria’s finest wares and freshest local produce.
Sample and buy from over 50 boutique stalls featuring local artists, contemporary crafts, gardening ideas and giftware.
Also featuring quality farmers market produce such as fruit, herbs and vegetables, fine wine, cheeses and smallgoods.
Free entertainment throughout the day. Gold coin donation requested. 2nd Sunday of every month. LOCATION: Caroline Springs College, Creekside Campus. The Crossing, Caroline Springs. CONTACT NAME: Abbie James PHONE: 03 9569 4767 EMAIL: info@inseasonmarkets.com.au WEB: http://www.inseasonmarkets.com.au
Senior's Movie Morning
Tuesday, 14 October 2008
10:00 AM - 12:00 NOON
Join us at the Caroline Springs Library for a free showing of Casablanca. Light refreshments provided. Bookings essential
LOCATION: Caroline Springs Library
Writers Group @ Caroline Springs Library
Wednesday, 15 October 2008
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
The writers group meets every Wednesday @ 6:30pm at the Caroline Springs Library. For enquiries contact 9747 5300.
LOCATION: Caroline Springs Library
Rotary Club of Melton present: Captain Spalding
Friday, 17 October 2008
6:30 PM - 12:00 AM
Charity Ball Pre-dinner drinks 6.30 till 7.00pm 4 Course Meal All inclusive Beer, Wine and Soft drink. Tables of 10 or 12 available Dress code applies (formal after five) $90 Per person
entry by gold coin donation (to support Melton Street Surfers)
Other Melton Idol Dates: 14 June - Registration and Auditions 2 August - 1st Heat 16 August - Junior Final 13 September - Quarter Final 6 November - Grand Final
Check the events calendar for more information LOCATION: Melton Civic Centre, High Street CONTACT NAME: Val PHONE: 0414 769 605
Family Fishing Expo & Lions Club Mobility Picnic
Sunday, 19 October 2008
9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
A FREE day for the community, organised by Melton Shire Council, the Didyoubringyourrodalong Angling Club and Melton Lions Club.
About the Family Fishing Expo: Registered participants must be 16 years and under, however everyone is welcome to come and enjoy a day of fishing and family entertainment. Participants who register will receive a free sausage sizzle and Fishing Expo showbag (limited showbags available).
About the Lions Club Mobility Picnic: The Lions Club of Melton is hosting 'Walk for an Aussie Kid'.
Walkers will complete 1,2,3,4, or 5 circuits of the 1 kilometre walking track, which circumnavigates Navan Park.
All proceeds go to the Australian Lions Children's Mobility Foundation.
Musical entertainment will be provided by CC ROCK and free face painting and jumping castle will be onsite.
The Family Fishing Expo & Lions Club Mobility Picnic is kindly supported by:
Hooked on Bait & Tackle The Marine Shop Koliou Hardware Fishing Tackle Victoria Fishing Monthly South East West & North Angler Fisheries Victoria Future Fish Marine Safety Victoria Melton Express Telegraph 979 FM Melton South Family Butcher Bakers Delight
LOCATION: Navan Park, Centenary Avenue, Melton CONTACT NAME: Melton Visitor Information Centre PHONE: 9747 7300 EMAIL: visitor@melton.vic.gov.au
Water Week Idol
Tuesday, 21 October 2008
10:30 AM - 2:00 PM
"Water Week Idol" is a competition and event to celebrate National Water Week 2008.
It is a joint initiative of Melbourne Water (through Werribee Plains Waterwatch), City West Water and Western Water.
All schools in the service areas of these organisations were invited to participate.
Participants will be judged on songs they have composed about water conservation, water supply, sewage treatment, the water cycle and/or waterways health.
The work of regional entrants in the National Water Week Poster Competition will be displayed at this event.
LOCATION: Melton Community Hall CONTACT NAME: Rebecca Colless PHONE: 9218 5421 EMAIL: rebecca.colless@westernwater.com.au
National Water Week Poster Competition
Tuesday, 21 October 2008
10:30 AM - 2:00 PM
The work of regional entrants in the National Water Week poster competition will be displayed, during the Water Week Idol Competition
LOCATION: Melton Community Hall CONTACT NAME: Rebecca Colless PHONE: 9218 5421 EMAIL: rebecca.colless@westernwater.com.au
Coffee and Chat Club
Wednesday, 22 October 2008
11:00 AM - 12:00 NOON
FREE Enjoy reading, watching movies or having an interesting chat about the latest news? Come along for a cuppa and biscuits and have a look at our large collection of books and DVDs. All welcome. No bookings required. Meets fortnightly on Wednesday LOCATION: Caroline Springs Library
Melton Shire Council Family Fun Day
Wednesday, 22 October 2008
12:00 NOON - 3:00 PM
Celebrating Children's Week with a range of fun activities for children under school age and their families. All activities are free.
LOCATION: Community Hall - 232 High Street Melton
Writers Group @ Caroline Springs Library
Wednesday, 22 October 2008
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
The writers group meets every Wednesday @ 6:30pm at the Caroline Springs Library. For enquiries contact 9747 5300.
LOCATION: Caroline Springs Library
A fun filled family event with free entry to all areas of the centre all day, loads of aquatic games and activities, plenty of prizes and giveaways and special open day offers on memberships and learn to swim. Mark this one on your calander as an event not to be missed.
LOCATION: Melton Waves Leisure Centre CONTACT NAME: Liz PHONE: 97474322 EMAIL: lwilson@belgravialeisure.com.au WEB: http://www.meltonwaves.com.au
Melton Bushwalkers Club Activity
Sunday, 26 October 2008
8:00 AM
A part of the Yarra Ranges National Park, this is a little known goldfield area where evidence of deep shafts, tunnels, open cut mining and sluicing activities are still in evidence. The walk is all on track and is well signposted. A good opportunity to see if the grass really is greener on the other side!
LOCATION: Mcmahon's Creek Goldfield - Warburton CONTACT NAME: Terry Manning PHONE: 9743 7441
Internet for Beginners
Monday, 27 October 2008
11:00 AM - 12:00 NOON
Bookings Essential Learn the basics of the Internet in this friendly, hands-on session. Classes cost $5.50 (4.40 concession).
LOCATION: Caroline Springs Civic Centre/Library 193 Caroline Springs Blvd.
Seniors Safety Forum
Tuesday, 28 October 2008
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
October is Community Safety Month and this Safety Forum is a chance to raise any safety issues or ideas you feel need the attention of the Police or Council. You'll also hear about a range of Police and Council activities making your community a safer place for everyone.
Refreshments will be provided.
LOCATION: Melton Seniors Centre, 1 McKenzie St CONTACT NAME: Melton Shire Council PHONE: 9747 7200 EMAIL: csu@melton.vic.gov.au
Writers Group @ Caroline Springs Library
Wednesday, 29 October 2008
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
The writers group meets every Wednesday @ 6:30pm at the Caroline Springs Library. For enquiries contact 9747 5300.
LOCATION: Caroline Springs Library
Coffee and Chat Club
