Point Cook Community Learning Centre - 2016

Point Cook Community Learning Centre Newsletter
1-21 Cheetham Street, Point Cook
Phone 9395 6399 email: [email protected]
Term
3 2016
Term
1, 2015
Term 1 2016
For details take a peek inside
or speak to our friendly staff!
Zongzi dumplings for everyone!
The
Point
Cook
Chinese
Friendship Group celebrated the
Dumpling
Festival
reliving
pleasures of days gone by. The
festival is celebrated on the 5th
day of the 5th month of the
Chinese Lunar calendar, this year
falling on 9 June. Festivities included song, dance & mouth
watering Zongzi, yummy moments of yesteryear, steaming
fragrant parcels of sticky rice and meat treats wrapped in
bamboo leaves. The group meets at the Centre every
Thursday between 10am-4pm.
RED
Recycling & Education=Difference
Recycling your soft plastics made even easier with
a RED bin now located at the Centre. Western
Regional Environment Centre together with
Wyndham LitterWatch RED launched their Litter
Watch ‘Soft Plastic’ recycling pilot project. The
project encourages residents to recycle soft plastics
which will be recycled by Australian owned
company REPLAS into 200 useful products such as
outdoor furniture & decking. The project was
launched by the Honourable Joanne Ryan MP,
Councillors Bob Fairclough & Intaj Khan.
RACE
Hengameh Ghaderi INTIMACY a photographic exhibition
Hengameh and her family immigrated to Australia from Iran ten years ago,
first to Geelong and then Point Cook. She studied photographic imaging at
RMIT, finishing in 2015. Intimacy will be her first public exhibition outside of
RMIT. Her stunning family photographic portraits capture peaceful,
contemplative moments with the subjects singularly framed in intimate
stances in public places. Surfacing inner thoughts and emotions leave it to
the viewer to interpret. There is the presence of protest, loneliness and
isolation, telling another visual story, to which the backgrounds add further
depth.
Opening
6pm Thursday 28 July 2016
Exhibition Dates
29 July— 5 September
Point Cook Community Learning Centre
#wyndhamarts
[email protected]
experiencewyndham.com.au/
artsculture
Community Centre Programs
Early Years
Time & Day
For More Information
Wyndham City Council Maternal & Child Health
Offer professional nursing support and advice for
parents with children from birth to school age.
Appointment Only
9742 8148
Web: www.wyndham.vic.gov.au
No cost
select ‘Maternal & Child Health Services’
Wyndham City Council Immunisation dates
Free childhood immunisations
Tuesdays 12 July, 9 August, 6 September
Wednesdays 6 July, 3 August, 14 September
Tuesdays
1pm—2pm
Wednesdays
9.30am—11am
Environmental Health 9742 0736
No appointments are necessary
Wyndham City Council First Time Parents Group
Meet friendly local parents, talk about your kids and
have fun! Share experiences, get advice, give support
& make new friends. Introduction to solid, baby
massage & getting to know your baby also available.
Tuesdays
1:30pm—3:30pm
9742 8148
Web: www.wyndham.vic.gov.au
select Maternal and Child Health in
‘Services’
Parenting Pop-up Sessions
Strategies to support your parenting. Get connected
to local services such Maternal Child Health &
Kindergarten. Meet local families in your area.
Mondays
1pm—2:30pm
Wyndham City Council
4 Year Old Kindergarten Services
For information on how to enrol your 4 year old child
at a Council owned and operated kindergarten.
Weekly sessions
Early Years Children’s Programs
All children under the age of 13 attending Library
programs must be accompanied by an adult.
Baby Time (ages 0–12months)
(School Terms only)
Rhyme Time (ages 1-3 years old)
Monday &
Wednesday 2pm
Tuesdays 11am
Tuesday & Thursday
9:30am
Fridays 11am
Cost
No cost
No appointment required - just turn up
For further information
9742 8159
Kindergarten Enrolment Officer
9742 8172
No cost
No Cost
Fees
Apply
Point Cook Library 9395 7966
Bookings essential
*All Point Cook Library pre-school
programs require bookings.
Please contact the library on
9395 7966 or book online through our
Events Calendar:
www.wyndham.vic.gov.au/libraries
Story Time (ages 3-5 year olds)
Wednesday 10:30am
Saturday Songs and Stories
Saturdays 10:30am
3+ Activity Program ECMS
Early Childhood Management Services provides a 3+
activity group to provide fun and learning experiences
for children aged 3 years and over.
Thursdays
9am—12pm &
1pm—4pm
Early Childhood Management
Faith Kids Playgroup
Educational activity stations, craft, inside & outside
play time, mat time, rhyme, music, song & story time.
Please contact us or come down to the Centre for a
free trial session.
Mondays
9:15am—10:45am
Wednesdays
12.45pm -2.15pm
Angela 9393 2333
[email protected]
Sanctuary Lakes Activity Playgroup
Craft activities, music, inside and outside free play for
children over 1 years of age.
Fridays
11am-1pm
[email protected]
Little Buddies Toy Library
Please contact the Toy Library if you are interested in
becoming a member.
Tues 9:30am—11am
Friday 12pm-1:30pm
Sat 9:30am-11:30am
8353 1196
Wyndham Twins Playgroup
Fun, relaxed, creative & stimulating environment with
organised activities for pre-schoolers. Provides
excellent support for parents of multiple births.
1st, 2nd & 3rd
Tuesday of month
10.30m—12:30pm
 Kelly 0490 021 336
Services (ECMS) 9731 7948
[email protected]
www.facebook.com/FaithkidsPlaygroup
Membership required
[email protected]
No cost
Fees
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Fees
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Fees
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Fees
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Fees
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Early Years
Time & Day
For More Information
Chinese Parenting Support Group
Are you a bit worried about parenting your little ones?
Confused with all the information out there? Talk and
share experiences and support each other.
Saturday
1pm—3pm
9 July & 1 October
星期六 1 pm—3pm
Lisi Lai or 9395 6399
[email protected] or
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太多的信息有没有让你变得更疑惑？
让我们一起来分享经验，互相帮助吧。
[email protected]
Cost
No Cost
联系方式：9395 6399 或
[email protected]
本活动无需预先报名
费用：免费
歡迎所有家長參加
Bilingual Playgroup (Chinese & English)
Learn & have fun with stories, games, songs
& rhymes in both languages for children over 2 years.
Fridays 2pm
Fortnightly
Starting 29/4
Jessica 8353 8095 or 0430 518 303
[email protected]
Hey Dee Ho Music Program
Dynamic music program for parents & children (under
5 years)
 Marie 0457 301 878
Tiny Tutu’s
Beginner Ballet class for children aged 18 mths -7 yrs.
Wednesday
9:15am
Fridays 9.15am &
10am
Fridays
9am—11am
Kids Programs
Time & Day For More Information
Chinese Watercolour & Brushwork for kids
Learn this traditional practice with Master Cam Sieu.
Saturdays
10am—11am
9395 6399
[email protected]
$80 term
E L School Of Talent
A program dedicated to helping kids aged 5-18 years to
discover their inner ability to express themselves,
through drama and dance.
Tuesdays
4.30pm—6:30pm
Elisabetta 0435 734 363
Fees
Apply
Guitar Lessons
Beginners acoustic guitar group lessons for primary
school aged children (BYO Guitar).
Mondays &
Thursdays
4pm—7.30pm
9395 6399
[email protected]
$60 term
Rise & Shine Children’s Choir
Stage performance training; singing, actions & basic
music knowledge.
Saturdays
3pm—4:30pm
Jiashan Hu 0433 996 442
[email protected]
Fees
Apply
Wynbay Blue Light Disco
Underage disco for primary school aged kids.
8 July, 12 August & 9 September
Fridays
7pm—9.30pm
sharp
Penny 0402 956 857 or 9731 2500
$8 per
disco
Kids Cooking with Qualified Chef Veera
Monday or
Kids aged 7-12 years learn how to create their own
Tuesday
dishes such as healthy snacks, patisserie, baking & even 4pm—5:30pm
chocolate work.
9395 6399
[email protected]
$95 per
term
Limited Places Available
(7 weeks )
Australian Air League Point Cook Squadron
For boys & girls with a passion for aviation, fun &
adventure. Cadets 8–18 years, Spitfires 6–7 years if
that sounds like you - we'd love to hear from you!
School term only
Wednesdays
6.30pm—8.30 pm
David Boyde 1800 502 175
Fees
Apply
Junior Chess Club
For primary school aged children.
Must know how to play Chess
School terms only
Tuesdays
4pm—5pm
Lego Club
For children 12 years and under.
Every second
Friday 4pm - 5pm
Point Cook Kids Club
School terms only
Make fun craft, draw comics, write stories, talk about Wednesdays 4pm
your favourite books, watch movies & more.
[email protected]
Web: www.heydeehomusic.com.au
1300 245 060
Web: www.tinytutus.com.au
Point Cook Library
9395 7966
$5/$2
concession
per session
Fees
Apply
Fees
Apply
Cost
(6 weeks)
(8 weeks )
No cost
Kids Programs
Time & Day
For More Information
Cost
New Star Art School Melbourne’s leading children’s art
school, specialises in developing the full potential in young students through a
unique art education program, based upon key Eastern and Western art education systems. The programs are designed for children aged between 3.5 to 16
years; runs within school term.
Thursday: 4.30pm to 6pm (5 - 12 years)
Fridays: 4.15pm-5.45pm (5 - 12 years)
Sundays: 1pm to 2pm (3.5 - 5 years)
Sundays: 2.30pm - 4pm (5 - 8 years)
Contact: Marina 0425 139 033
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.newstarart.com
Roopa 0411 296 442
 [email protected]
Bal Yoga
Specialising in yoga for children aged 8 to 14 years.
Take a journey to the centre of your being & discover
who you really are.
Zumba Kids
Give your kids the boost they need to soar
tomorrow. Little ones let loose & begin a journey to a
healthy future.
Thursdays
4:30pm—5:30pm
Yoga for Kids
A great way for kids to have fun, reduce
anxiety, develop body awareness, motor
development and help them feel connect to and in
control of their bodies.
Kids 3-5 years
Sundays 9am
Kids 6-9 years
Sundays 9:30am
[email protected]
www.facebook.com/littlelegsfitness
Fees
Apply
Youth
Time & Day
For More Information
Cost
Urban Vibes
A multi-cultural music program with a focus on
shared cultural exchange, arts and craft.
Mondays
(school term only)
5pm—7pm
Girls Stuff
Centre-based activities & excursions based around
young girls interests. Great opportunity to try
something different chill out have a bite to eat and
meet new friends.
Tuesdays
3.30pm—5.30pm
Guys Stuff
Centre-based activities & excursions based around
young guys interests. Great opportunity to try
something different chill out have a bite to eat &
meet new friends.
Wednesdays
4pm—6pm
Point Cook Prime Force Leadership Committee
For young people 15-25 years interested in
developing leadership skills.
Thursdays
3.30pm—5:30pm
www.pranayogastudio.com.au
Kids 3-5 years
Sundays 10am
Kids 6-9 years
Sundays 10:30am
0412 965 928
Fees
Apply
Youth Services @
Point Cook
All programs run from the new
Youth Space during School Terms
Only
Level 1
Suite 703 Main Street
Point Cook Town Centre
All
programs
No cost!
 Youth Services 8375 2346
Gamers Den
Fridays
Focuses on console and classic games such as 3.30pm—6pm
Carcassone Tsuro and Pandemic.
Study Sesh
Safe study space for young people from year levels 712. Bring a group or study alone!
Wednesdays
3.30pm—5.30pm
This program will be held at Point Cook
Community Learning Centre
1-21 Cheetham Street, Point Cook
 Youth Services 8375 2346
Recreation & Leisure
Time & Day
Dance 101: Latin Dancing
Fun, fitness and friendship for men & women of all
levels. Latin dance steps to “get you moving”. Great
way to lose weight, de-stress and laugh!
Thursdays
6.30pm —8.30pm
For More Information
 Olga 0419 392 308
 [email protected]
Cost
Fees
Apply
New this term
Multicultural Cooking Group
Learn how to cook & share food from different cultures
Great way to meet new people.
Mondays
$30 per term
10am—12.30pm
Includes meal
9395 6399
[email protected]
Recreation & Leisure
Time & Day
For More Information
Cost
Point Cook Walking Group
Interested walkers meet at the Point Cook Dry
Cleaners.
Mondays, Tuesdays
& Wednesdays
9am
Bev 9395 1953
Heartmoves
A Heart Foundation approved gentle exercise
program providing a fun, social and safe way to be
active. Run by Point Cook Physiotherapy.
Wednesdays
12pm – 1pm
Maia Songcuan 9395 3499
or PCCLC Community Centre on 9395 6399
Prana Yoga Studio
Integral Hatha Yoga for all ages and levels.
Create an peaceful body, peaceful mind & useful
life.
Fridays
6am-7am
Saturdays
7.30am—8.30am
Roopa 0411 296 442
 [email protected]
www.pranayogastudio.com.au
Fees
Apply
Yoga @ PCCLC
Come and try this traditional Yoga for adults
facilitated by Centre Volunteer Avi.
Mondays
6:15pm—7pm
9395 6399
[email protected]
$50 per
term
Shiamak Davar International
Bollywood, Jazz Contemporary & Hip Hop dance
classes for Kids, Teens & Adults
Mondays
6pm—9.30pm
Sundays 9am-12pm
No Cost
$6 per
session
(10 classes)
Ladies Zumba (Mum’s are welcome to bring kids) Sundays
Take ‘work’ out of workout, by mixing low intensity 11am—12pm
& high intensity moves for an
interval style, calorie burning dance fitness party.
Knights of the Square Table
All aged chess program. Come along and play or
improve your skill.
Tuesday 5pm-8pm
Bookbinding workshop
Learn how to create your own hand stitched and
bound hard cover journal in this 3-hour class.
Suitable for beginners, all materials are supplied
and you’ll leave with your own handmade book.
Monday
5 September
1-4pm
Darshan/Vihang 0499 888 115
[email protected]
0412 965 928
[email protected]
www.facebook.com/littlelegsfitness
Point Cook Library 9395 7966
Bookings essential
Fees
Apply
Fees
Apply
No cost
Wikipedia Edit-a-thon
Tuesday
Learn how to edit articles , add references, content 5 September
and photos
1-4pm
Melbourne Yangtze Choir
Chinese Choir: singing, dancing, learning musical
skills, learning English songs and practice for
community performances
Saturdays
6.30pm—8.30pm
Owen Guo 0406 371 703
[email protected]
Fees
Apply
Salsa in Motion
Learn to dance Salsa! All adult ages, no partner
needed. Meet new people, have fun!
Free 15 mins tryout!
Mondays Beginners
7pm—8pm
Intermediate
8pm—9pm
Michael 0430 355 888
 [email protected]
Fees
Apply
PCCLC Friendship Group: Looking for a social outlet?
Talk to c
e
staff or c ntre
all us
9395 63 on
99
Wednesdays
1—2.30pm
No Cost
Recreation & Leisure
Time & Day
For More Information
Chinese Watercolour & Brushwork for Adults
Learning this traditional art form with Renowned
Master Cam Sieu.
Saturdays
11am—1pm
9395 6399
[email protected] $80 term
Cake Decorating
Beginners to Advanced classes available.
Tuesdays 7pm—9pm
Saturdays 1—3pm
9395 6399
Seniors Morning Tea & Conversational English
Come join us to meet and connect with other
people in your community. A great way to practise
conversational English & build new friendships!
Wednesdays
9am—11am
3 times a month
Starting 27 April
Facilitated by FaithLife Church Seniors
Point Cook Social Craft Program
Join local residents Gillian, Fiona & Gail. Bring
along your knitting, crochet, sewing, drawing,
embroidery, macramé, jewellery making or any
portable craft.
Wednesdays
10am—12pm
9395 6399
[email protected]
Shree Laxminarayan Satsang Dev Mandal
Teaches values of life, spiritual activities, kids
learning activities - language classes, paintings etc
Sundays
4.30pm—7.30pm
Amit Maru 0430 115 567
Point Cook Chinese Friendship Group
Group was formed to give Mandarin-speaking
migrants a place to find friends. Meet weekly to
dance, sing, learn songs in English, healthy lunch
and play a game of Ping Pong.
Thursdays
10am—4pm
Contact Michael Tan
[email protected]
Western Gymkhana Club Inc.
A not-for-profit community club for families with
the aim to bring social, recreational, cultural and
development opportunities to its members.
We also have regular dance program and outdoor
sports groups running across the week
1st Saturday of the Month
6.30pm—9.30pm
(Members Family Social
Events)
Thursdays 7pm—8.30pm
Sudhir Juneja 0415 661 021
Christ New Creation Fellowship Church
Meets for social and spiritual growth, to influence
righteousness and discipline in the community.
Sundays
12pm-4pm
Pastor Art Badua 0449 204 477
No Cost
Point Cook Adventist Community Church
Revelation Seminar –What the Future Brings
Is there any Hope for our Planet?
Saturdays
3.30pm—6.30pm
Tuesdays 7—8.30pm
Danijela 0423 371 841/8361 9070
[email protected]
No Cost
Lets Meet up
Are you new to the area or just want to make new
friends? Come along, have a cuppa and get to
know other members of the community.
Fridays
12.30pm—3.30pm
我們見面吧 你是新來的區域，或者只是想結交新朋友？來吧，有
一杯茶，了解社區的其他成員
Cost
(6weeks)
(materials not included)
No bookings required
$150
Per term
No Cost
No cost
星期五
12.30 pm-3.30pm
www.westerngymkhanaclub.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/
WesternGymkhanaClub
Fees
Apply
Fees
Apply
No cost
9395 6399
[email protected] 免費
Education & Training
Time & Day
For More Information
Cost
Volunteers West Outreach Program
Volunteering matching service for Wyndham
residents.
Fridays
9am—4pm
To make an appointment
9398 1233 or 9395 6399
No cost
Tech Help Sessions This is not a class
Want to ask a basic technology related question?
Drop in anytime during the scheduled times.
Mondays
3.30pm—4.30pm
One-on-One IT Tech Help
Get focused support with computers &
technology. Bring your own devices or use the
library’s computer.
Tuesdays 2pm-3pm
Wednesdays 11am-12pm
Thursdays 2pm-3pm
Max 2 sessions per person
Resume writing and interview techniques
Learn how to create the perfect resume & cover
letter. Discover some essential interview & key
selection criteria tips plus much more.
Fridays 12.30pm
22 July
2 September
14 October
Point Cook French Club
French for kids is a fun way to learn through
games, stories, songs and activities – a learning
program designed especially for 3 —12 year olds.
Bonus access to Babelzone and CD song book
Mondays
3—5 yrs 4pm—4.45pm
6+yrs 4.45pm—5.30pm
Jim Callahan 0432 719 034
[email protected]
Telugu Association of Australia
Language classes that promote multiculturalism
and fellowship
Saturdays
4.30pm—6.30pm
Satya Pavan Matampally
Sempoasip Abacus Coaching Centre
Improves children’s focus & concentration by
developing both left & right brain.
Mondays 4pm—5.30pm
Wednesdays
4.30pm—6.30pm
Saturdays 9am—1pm
Hany 0431 830 359
Abacus 4 Kids
Innovative & fun way for kids to learn
mathematic skills and enhance concentration.
Tuesday & Wednesday
4.30pm—6pm
Fridays
5—6.30pm
 Jaslyn Toh 0408 089 889
[email protected]
MPM Maths Classes
A maths program with a great reputation in
Singapore & Taiwan for primary aged school
students who want to do selective schooling or
scholarship.
Mondays 4—5.30pm
Saturdays 3—4.30pm
Tim 0433 079 448
[email protected]
Ace Learning Centre
Provides Maths & English Tutoring for pre-school
to Year 10. Individualised study plans aligned to
Australian school curriculum.
Saturdays
9am—1pm
2pm—4pm
Ashwin Shah 0414 434 770
Happy Learning Education Centre
Provides Mandarin (Chinese) Class and
well as Art Classes for adults and children
Saturdays
1pm—2pm
Jessica 0430 518 303
[email protected]
Active Language Academy
Provides Mandarin lessons for school
kids. School holiday programs also available.
Tuesdays
4.30pm—6pm
Stacey 0452 587 719
[email protected] Fees
English Conversational Class
Need help with your English: come along to this
informal English Conversational Program. A great
way to meet new people and an opportunity to
practice your English in a friendly environment.
Mondays
10am—11.30am
Tuesdays
9.30am—10.30am
11.30pm—1pm
Point Cook Community Learning
AMES @ Point Cook CLC
English classes for newly arrived migrants and
refugees, includes introduction to the community
and services.
Mondays, Tuesdays &
Saturdays
8.30am—12.30pm
Fridays 10am—2pm
Werribee AMES 8744 0011
[email protected]
Point Cook Library 9395 7966
No cost
Bookings essential
0422 211 036
[email protected]
Web: www.facebook.com/
sempoaSIPAustralia
http://www.mpmmath.com
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Centre 9395 6399
[email protected]
No Cost
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Education & Training
Time & Day
For More Information
Cost
Beginners Computer Classes
Do you have little or no experience with
computers? Come & learn some computer basics.
School Terms only
Wednesdays
1.30pm—3.30pm
4 week Course
Point Cook Library 9395 7966
No cost
Get to know your Smart Phone (any type)
Learn how to use your smart phone! Messages,
calendars, emailing, internet search, maps, app
downloads, Facetime, Skype & much more.
Wednesday
7 September
9am—12pm
Point Cook Community Learning
Digital Literacy
Next step Part 1 - early intermediate level
For people who have basic computer skills. Covers
Microsoft Office Word & Excel, Windows operating
system, keyboard shortcuts, pixels & paint.
Saturdays
12.30—3.30pm
16 July—17 September
Digital Literacy
Next step Part 2 - intermediate level
Microsoft Office Word, Excel & PowerPoint
Tuesdays
9am—12pm
12 July—13 September
Digital Literacy - Advanced
For people who have intermediate computer skills
& would like to get skills in Google search & drive,
Gmail, documents, sheets, presentations, Microsoft
Office Outlook, Word, Excel & Publisher.
Tuesdays
12.15pm—3.15pm
12 July—13 September
Delivered by WCEC
(Wyndham Community &
Education Centre)
Introduction to MYOB
Practical hands on course designed to teach
computerised accounting package MYOB.
Thursdays
9am—12pm
14 July—15 September
Saturdays
9.30—12.30pm
16 July—17 September
Point Cook Community Learning
NEW
Introduction to Bookkeeping
Designed for people starting their own business or
who want to broaden their knowledge of business
finance or improve their job opportunities.
Tuesdays
6pm—9pm
12 July—13 September
Thursdays
12.3—3.30pm
14 July—15 September
Chinese Digital Literacy & English Conversation
Absolute basic computer beginners program
specific for people with Chinese background. Also
improve your spoken English & grammar skills
through conversation in a relaxed environment.
Mondays or
Fridays
9am—12pm
Bookings essential
$35 or
$20 cons
per term
Centre 9395 6399
[email protected]
Point Cook Community Learning
Centre 9395 6399
[email protected]
$35 or
$20 cons
per term
上课时间：要么 星期
五 或星期
09.00—13 00
$35 or
$20 cons
per term
($65 for
study
material)
$35 or
$20 cons
per term
($37 for
study
material)
计算机基础和英语会话班
此课程是为中国背景的人准备的课程，通过英语会话
改进英语口语及语法的能力。
如有意学习者，请提前预定，每学期的费用：
No cost
Centre 9395 6399
[email protected]
库克角社区中心电话： 9395 6399
Partnership grows stronger to bring
“Learn Local” , low cost & affordable programs into the heart of Point Cook
Together with Wyndham Community & Education Centre we continue to bring a suite of development
opportunities to Point Cook. Currently running from the centre are MYOB, Digital Literacy: Intermediate 1, 2 &
Advanced, Bookkeeping and English Conversation & Digital Literacy for people of Chinese background. Watch
out for the continuation of these and other programs throughout the year.