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FEATURED: Job-ready courses for people seeking employment or curious about further study (see page 12-14 for details)

Contents

Get started Courses • Community programs • Child care

Cafés • Heart of Thornbury • Venue hire

TERM 2 - 2021

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CONTACT USPreston 218-220 High Street Preston VIC 3072 T: 03 9484 5806 E: connect@bridgedarebin.org.au H: 8.30am-3.30pm

Thornbury 131 Shaftesbury Parade Thornbury VIC 3071 T: 03 9480 0466 E: connect@bridgedarebin.org.au H: 9am-3pm

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About usBridge Darebin is an award-winning organisation with a 39-year history in community development and education. We empower our community by offering adult education, children’s services, social activities and support services.

Bridge Darebin is a social enterprise offering a welcoming learning environment for adults, vibrant child care centre and a range of modern facilities for hire.

Whether you’re looking to make a start with computers, develop your artistic talents or get involved in your community, we are here to help you move forward.

SUPPORTED BY CITY OF DAREBIN

Bridge Darebin is the trading name of Preston Neighbourhood House Inc., ABN 66 801 857 062.

About us 2Contact us 3What we do 5Child care 6-7Course enrolment information 8Course fees & payment 9Job Club 10Tiered Training and Transition (TTT) 11Job-ready courses 12-14Computer courses 15-17English courses 18Health & exercise courses 19Art & craft courses 20-21Community programs 22Other programs at Bridge Darebin 23Heart of Thornbury and Makers Market 24-25Moon Rabbit cafés and Bulk Foods Collective 26-28McGrath Estate Agents Inner North 29Volunteering 30Venue hire 31Donations 32Sponsoring community development 33Important dates 34Where to find us 35

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Bridge Darebin acknowledges that the Wurundjeri people of the Kulin Nation are the Traditional Owners of the land on which we operate.

We pay our respects to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, and to Elders past, present and emerging.

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CHILD CARE

We’ve been providing outstanding occasional child care for over 20 years, led by passionate, supportive, experienced educators. See pages 6-7 for details. COURSES

We deliver a variety of education programs including art, exercise, computers and employability skills (see pages 10-22). Get $20 off courses marked * if you pay by 1 April. Courses marked ◊ are Jobactive-approved and will count toward a job seeker’s AAR.

COMMUNITY PROGRAMS

We facilitate community engagement through programs such as Laneway Lunches, a two-course meal served each Friday. See page 22 for details.

VENUE HIRE

We have numerous spaces for hire across multiple sites, available for meetings, children’s birthday parties, gatherings, workshops and functions. See page 31 for more information.

MOON RABBIT: CAFÉ, CATERING & BULK FOODS

Moon Rabbit, our environmentally innovative café (see pages 26-28) is also a training facility for students in our TTT program. We now offer catering and bulk foods, too.

Moon Rabbit won the Keep Victoria Beautiful - Sustainable Cities Award, Sustainability Award at the 2020 Darebin Community Awards and the Philantrophy and Community Service award at the 2020 Northern Business Achievement Awards. The TTT program won the Creating Local Solutions Award at the 2019 Victorian Learn Local Awards.

HEART OF THORNBURY

Heart Of Thornbury brings a whole range of events, classes, workshops, gatherings and collaborations to our neighbourhood, including our much-loved Makers Market. See page 24-25 for details..

What we do

Bridge Darebin offers a range of services across multiple sites.

My son is always excited to attend child care and loves the educators. They’re warm and nurturing and I’m very grateful for their care and expertise.

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Child care

LEARNING BASED ON PLAY

Bridge Darebin has been providing outstanding occasional child care in Darebin for over 20 years, led by passionate, supportive and experienced educators. Our focus is on activities and experiences that encourage children to explore, experiment, participate and play in a gentle and encouraging learning environment.

We have a unique and secure outdoor space, books, dress-ups, arts and crafts and educational toys. Our educators are fully qualified and registered, programming all sessions according to the Early Years Learning Framework.

We also run specialised children’s activities during school holidays and rent our spaces for children’s parties.

Program Day Dates Times Fees Location

Occasional careMon, Tues, Wed, Thurs

& Friongoing 9am-4pm $112 per

sessionThornbury

Enrolment is required before commencing child care.

Child care requires a minimum booking of a term (9-10 weeks) or you can book annually, and is available for 48 weeks of the year from the 20th January 2021. We are also a Child Care Subsidy-approved centre (see page 8).

To enrol your child: please call our Thornbury office at 03 9480 0466 to confirm availability.

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CHILD CARE Bridge Darebin is registered for the Child Care Subsidy; up to 85% of childcare fees may be claimed by eligible families. Visit www.education.gov.au/ChildCarePackage to confirm your eligibility.

ADULT, COMMUNITY & FURTHER EDUCATION (ACFE) SUBSIDISED COURSE FEES Subsidised course fees are available for students who are ACFE-eligible. To be eligible for ACFE funding you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or an Australian permanent resident. ABORIGINAL AND TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER STUDENTS We offer additional discounts and free scholarships for certain courses to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students. Please get in touch for more information: edm@bridgedarebin.org.au

DISCOUNTS Get $20 off courses marked * by paying by 1 April 2021. Some courses can be commenced after the start date; enquire at our offices for details.

COURSE MATERIALS Bridge Darebin will advise students prior to course commencement if there are course material fees to be paid. This is a separate payment, in addition to the course fee. REFUNDS If you wish to withdraw once the course has started, you may be charged a penalty fee. Refunds and make-up classes will be processed on a case-by-case basis. Please get in touch for more information by calling our office at 03 9484 5806 or emailing connect@bridgedarebin.org.au CANCELLATIONS Course commencement is subject to sufficient enrolments – minimum and maximum class sizes apply to all courses. In the event of a course cancellation, all fees will be refunded in full by direct payment to your nominated bank account. Our fees policy can be provided on request.

PUBLIC & SCHOOL HOLIDAYS We are closed on public holidays. Some courses may operate during school holidays; your tutor will advise if this is the case.

Course enrolment information Course fees & paymentThere are three ways to complete your course booking:

y Visit a Bridge Darebin office in person during office hours (pg 3) and fill out an Enrolment Form, bring proof of ID and arrange your preferred payment option (details below)

y Download and print the Enrolment Form from the Bridge Darebin ‘Course Overview’ webpage and complete a hard copy to return to the office as above OR download and complete the form electronically and email with proof of ID to connect@bridgedarebin.org.au

y Complete the entire booking and payment process online via the Book Now button featured on each course listing on the Bridge Dare-bin website, visit www.bridgedarebin.org.au

PAYMENT DETAILS

Bridge Darebin accepts payments by cash, cheque, EFTPOS, credit card (in person or over the phone) or bank transfer. We also accept direct debit; book for the entire

Direct deposit details:

Bank Bendigo Bank

Account name Preston Neighbourhood House

BSB 633-000

Account number 1285 76022

Reference area Your surname, course name and time

term, but payments can be debited in weekly or fortnightly instalments (an external transaction fee of $1.35 applies to each debit).

Concession price is available for Pension or Healthcare-card holders for government-funded programs (ACFE). A Victorian Seniors Card is also accepted for non-funded programs. If enrolling online, your concession/pension/seniors card must be presented at our office or emailed to connect@bridgedarebin.org.au prior to commencement.

Discounts apply for early payment or payment of multiple courses, or multiple terms, in the same year.

Tiered Training & Transition (TTT)

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Job Club

TTT is an award-winning work-readiness hospitality program for young people on the autism spectrum and neurodiverse youth. This practical course supports students to make a successful transition to sustainable employment or further studies. Throughout the 20-week course, learners build vocational skills in barista training, customer service and back of house hospitality, as well as employability and interpersonal skills.

Features: y One convenient location for classes and Moon Rabbit café

placement y Ongoing support through in-class and placement support worker y Gaining hands-on training, industry practical work-placement

opportunities at Moon Rabbit and transferable employment skills Info session: Please join us for a TTT morning tea and info session to meet previous TTT students, hear about the program, and see if it’s a good fit for you or your clients. TTT info session will take place on Thursday 8 April, 10.30am-12.30pm. Email edm@bridgedarebin.org.au to register your attendance. Parents and carers are welcome to come along too.

Program Day Starts Times Sessions Fees Location

Tiered Training & Transition

Mon, Tue Wed, Thurs & Fri 03/05/21 9.30am-

2.30pm 70 To be advised; contact our office for details Preston

With the employment landscape looking very different this year due to the Covid-19 pandemic, we have a new-look Job Club.

Bridge Darebin is now offering FREE 30 minute, individual Career Support & Information Sessions each week with a qualified Career Counsellor.

Explore your options in an informal and supportive setting - either online or in person - and get assistance with:

y Job searching and preparation - writing a resume, cover letters and job applications

y Career assessment/profiling - learn about what jobs and pathways suit your interests, skills and values

y Training and pathways information - navigating study, apprenticeships or traineeships and funding available to support them

y General career counselling

To book your session email preston@bridgedarebin.org.au or call 03 9484 5806.

Program Day Starts Times Sessions Fees Location

Job Club Wed 21/04/21 12.30-2.30pm ongoing Free Preston

Intercultural Centre Job Club Wed 21/04/21 10-11.30am ongoing Free Intercultrual

Centre

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Job-ready programs

STEP UP TO WORK Develop your job search, application and interview skills with the support of a career coach. Prepare for work or volunteer opportunities and build your confidence and self-esteem.

STEP UP TO WORK (18-25YRS)Be supported by a career coach in this course to build your skills, confidence, create your own resume and cover letter, learn how to address job selection criteria and prepare for job interviews.

INTRO TO EVENT MANAGEMENT This course covers a range of areas from event policy and strategy to creative thinking and innovation. Students will receive first-hand experience by supporting and coordinating a Bridge Darebin event as part of the course.

MONEY MATTERS: FINANCIAL LITERACY FOR WOMEN Learn the essential numeracy skills you need to successfully understand financial negotiation, management and self-advocacy to take control of your money and achieve your financial milestones.

MICROBUSINESS FOR MAKERS This online course for makers will guide you through the step-by-step process of creating a sustainable creative business. Develop a business plan, learn basic accountancy skills, product development and marketing strategies.

SUSTAINABILITY FOR HOME, WORK AND COMMUNITY Gain understanding of climate change and sustainability in this course to be better equipped to live sustainably, manage household waste and explore further training and employment pathways within the expanding sustainability industry SUSTAINABLE FUTURES: A FAMILY CO-LEARNING PROGRAM This program provides hands-on opportunities for parents/carers with young children to learn about sustainability and the environment. It includes a combination of family activities, career support and guidance, to re-engage parent/carers in education and explore employment pathways that align with their values. Up to 2 children may atttend with each parent.

INTRO TO URBAN FARMING During this hands-on course you will learn the principles of urban agriculture including how to design, build and maintain a productive farm in limited space. Gain an understanding of the wide range of production systems and pathways to employment in this field.

SOFT SKILLS IN THE WORKPLACE Ideal for those considering working or volunteering in a people-facing role, this short course builds skills in communication, understanding organisational culture and teamwork.

INTRO TO HEALTH AND AGED CARE Develop a foundational understanding of the everyday tasks, responsibilities, safe practice and people skills required for exploring education and employment pathways in the health and aged care industries.

ENGLISH FOR HEALTH SERVICES Build your English language skills for the health services sector, and develop the confidence to prepare for jobs in these important industries. Activities include group projects, online research, industry guest speakers and visits to other businesses and facilities.

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Job-ready programs

Course Day Starts Times Sessions Conc. Fee

ACFE full fee

Fee for service Location

Step Up to Work ◊

Mon & Wed

10/05/2 9.30am-2.30pm 8 $73* $138* $684* Thornbury

Step Up to Work ◊ (18-25 yrs)

Tue 10/05/21 1-3.30pm 5 $65* $97* $370* Preston

Intro to Event Mangement ◊ Tue 04/05/21 10am-

1.30pm 8 $71* $125* $580* Thornbury

Money Matters: Financial Literacy for Women ◊

Wed 05/05/21 10am-12.30pm 8 $68* $111* $475* Online

Microbusiness for Makers ◊ Wed 12/05/21 10am-12pm 7 $65* $95* $350* Online

Sustainability for Home, Work, Community ◊

Fri 07/05/21 9.30am-12.30pm 8 $68* $111* $475* Thornbury

Sustainable Futures: A Family Co- Learning Program

Tue 27/04/21 9.30-11.30am 5 $42 $61 - Preston

Intro to Urban Farming ◊ Tue 20/04/21 9.30am-

1.30pm 8 $72* $131* $632* Preston

Soft Skills in the Workplace ◊ Fri 14/05/21 10am-12pm 4 $62* $81* $245* Online

Intro to Health and Aged Care ◊ Sat 24/04/21 10am-

2.30pm 10 $76* $152* $789* Thornbury

English for Health Services ◊

Wed & Fri 21/04/21 9.30am-1pm 20 $78* $164* $892* Thornbury

◊ = JOBACTIVE APPROVED ACTIVITY * APPLICABLE FOR $20 EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT

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Computer courses

COMPUTER SKILLS FOR THE WORKPLACE – BEGINNERS Learn basic computer skills needed for the workplace such as using the internet, email and Microsoft Office applications including Word and Excel. Create simple documents and develop your digital skills to help you find work or go on to further study.

COMPUTER SKILLS FOR THE WORKPLACE – INTERMEDIATE & ADVANCED Advance your workplace computer skills in Microsoft Office programs and learn how to use cloud technology. Learn how to insert and edit images, use mail merge, create forms and charts, create and deliver a PowerPoint presentation, and use formulas and develop a budget in Excel.

INTRO TO CLOUD-BASED WORKPLACE Develop your digital literacy and cloud-based computing skills in this dynamic short course. Aimed at giving you confidence to work remotely, you’ll learn introductions to cloud-based applications including Microsoft 365, Google Drive, Zoom and Canva.

FAST-TRACK BEGINNERS This course is designed for job-seekers looking to quickly upskill in order to search for jobs online and complete online applications. You will learn how to operate a computer, navigate the internet, use email and Microsoft Word, create a great-looking resume and confidently search online for employment or study opportunities.

FAST-TRACK INTERMEDIATE Learn the tools to gain more confidence in searching and applying for employment. Develop skills in advanced email functions such as digital signatures and attachments, Microsoft Word features and cloud-based technology to store data. As part of this course, you will set up online profiles for job search websites and create your own LinkedIn profile.

ENGLISH THROUGH COMPUTERS This course is designed to develop your English language skills while also gaining basic computer skills. Learn how to use everyday apps, websites and internet resources for learning English in a supportive environment.

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Course Day Starts Times Sessions Conc. fee

ACFE full fee

Fee for service Location

Computer skills for the workplace – Beginners ◊

Tue & Thur 20/04/21 12.30-3.30pm 18 $76* $152* $789* Preston

Computer skills for the workplace – Intermediate ◊

Tue & Thur 20/04/21Tues 9.30am-

12pm; Thur 1-3.30pm

18 $76* $152* $789* Online

Computer skills for the workplace – Advanced ◊

Thur & Fri 22/04/21 9.30am-12pm 18 $76* $152* $789* Online

Intro to cloud-based workplace Wed 05/05/21 10am-12pm 5 $62* $81* $245* Online

Fast-track Beginners Tue 20/04/21 6-8pm 5 $65* $98* $371* Preston

Fast-track Intermediate Mon 19/04/21 6-8pm 5 $65* $98* $371* Online

Fast-track Intermediate Tue 25/05/21 6-8pm 5 $65* $98* $371* Preston

English Through Computers Tue & Thur 18/05/21 9.30am-12pm 8 $68* $111* $475* Preston

The Foundations - Excel Holiday Intensive

Tue, Wed & Thur 13/04/21 10am-3pm 3 $65* $98* $371* Preston

The Foundations - Excel Sat 08/05/21 9.30am-12pm 5 $65* $98* $371* Preston

The Foundations - Word Wed 12/05/21 9.30am-12pm 5 $65* $98* $371* Online

Be Connected Wed 28/04/21 1-2.45pm 6 - - Free Preston

Be Connected - Mandarin Mon 26/04/21 12.30-2.15pm 6 - - Free Thornbury

◊ = JOBACTIVE APPROVED ACTIVITY * APPLICABLE FOR $20 EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT

THE FOUNDATIONS - EXCEL Dive deeper into the world of Excel and gain skills to be able to use spreadsheets and formulas for work, study or home management. This course is suited for learners who are already comfortable on a computer, but want to build skills in Microsoft Excel.

THE FOUNDATIONS - WORD Become more confident with Word and cloud-based documents. After this short course learners will be able to create clear and well-formatted documents for work or study, as well as learn all the short-cuts to use Word more effectively.

BE CONNECTED Free face-to-face beginner computer lessons to anyone over 50. Through personalised support, you’ll be able to learn skills like shopping onilne, staying connected to family and friends, sharing holiday photos and much more.

BE CONNECTED - MANDARIN Free face-to-face beginner computer lessons to anyone over 50. This course is taught in English and Mandarin & Cantonese. Resources will be in English, with additional translation support offered in Mandarin & Cantonese.

Computer courses

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English courses

EVERYDAY ENGLISH

Develop your English skills in four key areas: reading, writing, conversation and pronunciation. This course is open to all visa holders and is suitable for lower level English speakers.

COFFEE AND CONVERSATIONS

Develop your English skills in this facilitated social group for Intermediate and Advanced English speakers, where you can discuss current events and practice conversational skills. Suitable for higher level English speakers and former Advanced English students. *Coffee and tea not included

ADVANCED ENGLISH FOR THE WORKPLACE

This course is designed for higher level English speakers to gain more confidence with their English skills in everyday work situations. These include writing emails and reports, calling customers and holding meetings with colleagues. Learners willl further develop their reading, writing and speaking skills using everyday materials such as case studies, articles and videos.

Course Day Starts Times Sessions Conc. Fee

ACFE full fee

Fee for service Location

Everyday English Wed & Fri 21/04/21 9.30am-12.30pm 18 - - $35 Preston

Advanced English for the Workplace Tue & Thur 20/04/21 9.30am-

12.30pm 18 - - $35 Preston Hub

Coffee and Conversations Wed 28/04/21 9.30am-

12pm 6 - - $20 Preston

TAI CHI Learn Tai Chi, combining exercise and relaxation, from a Tai Chi master. Try Beginners 1 if you’re new to Tai Chi, Beginners 2 if you’ve been practising for a while or Intermediate to increase your skills and stamina.

WALKING GROUP Get fit while socialising! Walk around some iconic Darebin nature sites and learn about the plants, animals and Indigenous heritage that are important to our local area. Coffee is included.

YOGA Suitable for all ages and abilities, Yoga is the perfect way to improve your physical confidence, flexibility and basic meditation techniques. This gentle program is based on Hatha Yoga.

ZUMBA (WOMEN ONLY)® Come and dance! This program is supported by Darebin City Council. If you are a Darebin resident, you are eligible to a funded place and only required to make a gold coin donation each session. Proof of residence will be required to finalise enrolment.

Health & exercise

Course Day Starts Times Sessions Conc. fee ACFE full fee

Fee for service Location

Tai Chi – Beginners 1 Mon 19/04/21 11-12pm 9 $117 - $144 Preston

Tai Chi - Beginners 2 Mon 19/04/21 1.15-2.15pm 9 $117 - $144 Preston

Tai Chi –Intermediate Mon 19/04/21 12-1pm 9 $117 - $144 Preston

Contact Tara directly to enrol in Tai Chi – info@jinli.com.au or 0407 941 101

Walking Group Wed 21/04/21 9.30-11.30am 9 $110* - $128* Preston

Yoga Tue 27/04/21 6.35-7.50pm 8 $127* - $143* Preston

Zumba® Wed 28/04/21 6-7pm 9 $127* - $143* Preston

* APPLICABLE FOR $20 EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT

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Art & craft

CREATIVE WRITING Professional author Ingrid Laguna will provide inspiring writing activities and learning tasks, as well as support and guidance, to those who are interested in developing their writing skills. Examine the essential aspects of the writing craft, from creating characters that are alive on the page, to narrative tension, plotting structure, dialogue, setting, the editing process, and what makes a good writer. All welcome. RESOURCEFUL CRAFTING WITH KIDS Join us over the school holidays for a family-friends arts and craft session using materials that would otherwise go to landfill. Learning will extend beyond the workshop to provide ideas for adults and carers keen to explore and enjoy open-ended play with their kids. Join us for both sessions, or just one! STUDIO ARTS Explore your creativity in a range of artistic media and subject matter. Go at your own pace with the support of a friendly and experienced art teacher.

ADAPTIVE ARTS Join this fun and inclusive virtual space for people with special needs. Connect with others in an engaging way and make new friends through social interaction, participation and creative expression.

POTTERY Develop new pottery techniques at our Thornbury Arts Hub, with classes suitable for all skill levels. Learn the fundamentals of hand building with clay, or continue to develop your skills and work on your own projects at your own pace.

POTTERY: INTRO TO HAND BUILDING This guided course is ideal for beginners who want to learn the skills, technique and craft behind hand building. You will learn hand building fundamentals and experiment with various techniques. Please note these are our only structured courses, the other pottery sessions are self-paced, in which students are at different levels working on their own projects with 1-1 support from the tutor.

Course Day Times Starts Sessions Conc. fee

ACFE full fee

Fee for service Location

Creative Writing Thur 4-6pm 22/04/21 6 $213* - $231* Thornbury

Resourceful Crafting with Kids

Fri 10-11am 09/04/21 1 $22* - $26 Thornbury

Resourceful Crafting with Kids

Fri 10-11am 16/04/21 1 $22 - $26 Thornbury

Studio Arts Thur 10am-1pm 22/04/21 9 $279* - $306* Arts Hub

Adaptive Arts Mon 10-11.30am 10/05/21 5 $128* - $140* Online

Pottery

Tue 1-3pm 20/04/21 10 $320* - $350* Arts Hub

Tue 7-9pm 20/04/21 10 $320* - $350* Arts Hub

Wed 7-9pm 21/04/21 10 $320* - $350* Arts Hub

Thur 1.30-3.30pm 22/04/21 10 $320* - $350* Arts Hub

Fri 10am-12pm 23/04/21 10 $320* - $350* Arts Hub

Sat 10am-12pm 24/04/21 10 $320* - $350* Arts Hub

Sat 2-4pm 24/04/21 10 $320* - $350* Arts Hub

Pottery: Intro to hand building

Mon 7-9pm 19/04/21 9 $298* - $325* Arts Hub

Pottery: Intro to hand building

Thur 7-9pm 22/04/21 10 $320* - $350* Arts Hub

Pottery for Kids Tue 4-5.30pm 20/04/21 10 $300* - $320* Arts Hub

* APPLICABLE FOR $20 EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT

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LANEWAY LUNCHES & SOCIAL ACTIVITIES Our Laneway Lunches are set to return in mid-May 2021, where we provide a two-course community lunch for $2 every Friday, followed by various social activities such as bingo. Come for lunch and stay for the conversation. Develop skills, get creative, have fun and engage with others. No booking is required.

MOVING STARS Moving Stars is a supportive group for adults with special needs to express their creativity and make friends. Moving Stars combines movement, dance, music, drama, art and relaxation for two hours of fun on Monday nights.

SOCIAL LAWN BOWLS Have fun with our social lawn-bowls group at Kingsbury Bowls Club. This program is for learners with additional needs; carers are welcome too.

Program Day Starts Times Sessions Conc. fee

ACFE full fee

Fee for service Location

Social Lawn Bowls Thur To be

advised 10-11.30am 9 - - $117 Kingsbury Bowls Club

Moving Stars Mon 26/04/21 6.30-8.30pm 8 - - $154 Thornbury

Laneway Lunches & Activities

Fri To be advised 12-2pm 9 - - $2 Preston

Community programs

Group Location Contact details

AA meetings Preston 1300 222 222 www.aa.org.au

ARC Children’s Choir Preston Amelia van Lint: 0434 356 688

Balanced Life Development – self help for addictions Preston Hugh K : 0402 400 761

Blossoming Heart Yoga & Dance Thornbury Mary Jo Straford: 0409 850 828

Capoeira Brasil Melbourne - Team Javali ThornburyKim Loeun (Javali)

0481136790 capoeiramelb@gmail.com

Congregation of Christians in Australia Preston Roberto Catena: 0411 161 019 r_catena@outlook.com

Down Town Dance Academy Preston Naomi Barr: 0429 402 934

Expression Australia – sign language (Auslan) classes Preston auslan@expression.com.au

Greek Women of the Northern Suburbs“Anemones” Greek dancing Preston Faye Petroulakis:

0431 727 161

Hand of God Church Preston Vignes Velautham: 0435 034 697

Japan Karate Association Preston Ciaran Horgan: chorgan@internode.on.net

Our venue hirers provide a diverse range of programming for adults & children at our Preston & Thornbury sites; contact each organiser for details.

Other programs

In addition to hosting the much-loved Makers Market, you can also visit the HOT Shop ONLINE, which is a carefully curated quality line-up of stores open 24/7 so you can find your favourite stallholders all year-round. HOT also reguarly brings classes, workshops, social gatherings, collaborations and more to our neighbourhood. From family-friendly mixed media arts, to pottery and Bridge Darebin Queer Gathering, we provide a safe and welcoming place for our local community to gather, create and connect through our events. Find out more by visiting www.heartofthornbury.org.au

Upcoming events and workshops Art and Wellbeing Series: A weekly social space where participants of all abilities come together to learn new skills, consider wellness and art through nature and meet new people, guided by art therapist Sarah Folley. Join us for exciting nature-inspired activities, including making nature brushes, plant-based paints, leaf stitching, and more!

Heart Of Thornbury

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HOT - Makers Market

Heart Of Thornbury hosts the Makers Market four times a year at the Bridge Darebin Community Hall in Thornbury.

These quartely Saturday markets celebrate the work of crafters, creatives and artisits and provides visitors with the opportunity to meet the handmakers in person and get a true understanding of their special talents.

With environmentally innovative cafe Moon Rabbit joining in the fun, it’s the perfect place to meet up with friends, grab a cuppa, eat some cake and shop direct with the stall holders!

To find out about our upcoming markets or to have a look at our online HOT Shop, visit www.heartofthornbury.org.au

Pictured: Kurinuki Vase by HOT Maker Dawn Waswick.

Program Day Starts Times Sessions Conc. Fee for service Location

Resourceful Crafting with Kids Fri 09/04/21 10-11am 1 $22 $26 Thornbury

Resourceful Crafting with Kids Fri 16/04/21 10-11am 1 $22 $26 Thornbury

Creative Writing Thur 22/04/21 4-6pm 6 $213* $231* Thornbury

Drag Games Night Thur 22/04/21 to be advised 1 - to be advised Thornbury

Art and Wellbeing Fri 23/04/21 1-3pm 6 - $60 Thornbury Arts Hub

Queer Film Screening Thur 13/05/21 to be advised 1 - to be advised Thornbury Picture House

* APPLICABLE FOR $20 EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT

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MOON RABBIT ON THE HOP

Our mobile café launched in late 2020 as one of the first mobile, disposable coffee-cup free offerings.

You can find On the Hop hopping around local parks in Darebin serving up delicious food and drinks.

To keep us moving towards our zero-waste mission, you can BYO or BORROW a mug/glass jar, or BORROW a Wangim Keep Cup and return later.

To find where we’re hopping to and see the menu visit www.moonrabbit.org.au

Moon Rabbit is an award-winning, environmentally innovative café situated in the front of Bridge Darebin: Preston. The Age called our coffee “pitch-perfect”, our jaffles “excellent” and our sweet treats “the stuff of the CWA’s fever dreams”.

Our Preston café is a practical training site for students in our TTT vocational program, who gain skills in customer service, teamwork, food preparation and coffee preparation (see pg 11).

Any profits from Moon Rabbit cafe and On the Hop will be used to support our community programs that are currently underfunded, such as Laneway Lunches, which provides two-course meals to 40-60 people each Friday (see pg 22).

SUSTAINABILITY AT THE FOREFRONT

Moon Rabbit was the proud winner of the Community Waste category in “Keep Victoria Beautiful - Sustainable Cities Award”. You won’t find any disposable takeaway cups, plastic takeaway containers, plastic drink bottles or plastic drinking straws here.

Bring your own mug, borrow a pre-loved mug, glass jar or Wangim Cup from our collection, or purchase a Moon Rabbit reusable cup.

In 2020 we prevented more than 15,000 disposable coffee cups from ending up in landfill!

Moon Rabbit Preston is open Monday to Friday, and closed on weekends and public holidays.

For more information and to view our café menu visit www.moonrabbit.org.au

Moon Rabbit cafés

Moon Rabbit Bulk Foods Collective (BFC) offers affordable, everday pantry items in bulk, to help achieve a plastic-free Darebin and create a more sustainable community. Buy only what you need, BYO containers and avoid unneccessary packaging.

Our product list includes grains, gluten-free options, nuts, dried fruit, popcorn, chocolates, coffee and tea, soap, cleaning products and more.

SHOP DAYS

Bulk Foods Collective is open weekly on Wednesdays 9am-2pm and Saturdays 9am-1pm at 218 High St, Preston.

MEMBERSHIP OPTIONS

BFC membership entitles you to a 10% - 50% discount.

Pricing:

y TIER 1: $15 per year. Tier 1 members must commit to volunteering twice per year on shop days

y TIER 2: $36 per year with no volunteering requirements

y CONCESSION TIER: free for concession-card holders who can meet volunteering requirements

For more details and the full product list visit www.moonrabbit.org.au

Bulk Foods Collective

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McGrath Estate AgentsInner North

PROUD SPONSOR OF MOON RABBIT

At McGrath Estate Agents Northcote, we are passionate about investing in organisations that want to use that investment to nourish, nurture and promote the community spirit.

This is why we have chosen to align ourselves with Bridge Darebin.

Our real estate agency is about giving back to the people who make this city great and we take so much pride in supporting Bridge Darebin, who do this so well.

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Volunteering with Bridge Darebin is an excellent way to connect with and support your community – an opportunity to use and build on existing skills and learn new ones.

Volunteering also provides the opportunity to gain confidence in a supportive work environment while looking for paid employment.

If you’d like to find out more about our vibrant volunteer program, call Preston on 03 9484 5806 or email connect@bridgedarebin.org.au

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES ARE AVAILABLE FOR:

y Laneway Lunch assistants

y Classroom assistants (including English, computer, cooking and pottery classes)

y Admin assistants

y Child care assistants

y Moon Rabbit café assistant

Volunteering

Venue hireWe have a range of rooms for hire in Preston and Thornbury, available by the hour, by the day or ongoing. Spaces include:

y A variety of meeting rooms, training rooms and halls with capacity from 10 to 120 (COVID-Safe capacity limits apply)

y Two fully equipped commercial kitchens

y Computer lab

y Children’s party room with outdoor play area

Additional equipment is available for hire – including TVs, built-in projectors, laptops*, iPads* and a PA system* – for all your meeting, presentation and learning needs (*available during business hours at our Preston site only; additional fees apply).

Visit www.bridgedarebin.org.au or call 03 9484 5806 (Preston) or 03 9480 0466 (Thornbury) for more information.

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Bridge Darebin connects with more than 4,000 local people every week, through educational and leisure programs, children’s services, markets, community events and forums.

Bridge Darebin also runs a number of community programs specifically designed to support and connect disadvantaged people with their community. We rely on the generosity of sponsors to fund these programs. Without this important support we could not assist our marginalised community members to improve their lives.

Bridge Darebin offers local businesses the opportunity to support and connect with their community, and promote themselves to a large number of potential customers.

Some of the benefits of sponsorship:

y Access to a large, local audience

y Engage with our most disadvantaged and marginalised locals, through high-quality programs

y Branding opportunities for specific community programs

y Additional acknowledgment on Bridge Darebin communications

y Cash donations and gifts are fully tax-deductible, as Preston Neighbourhood House is a registered charity

To find out more please get in touch with our Chief Executive Officer, Chris Lombardo 03 9484 5806 ceo@bridgedarebin.org.au

Sponsoring community development

If you would like to make a donation to Bridge Darebin, you can be assured that it will have a huge impact. Every cent is dedicated to making the maximum positive impact in our community.

Bridge Darebin is registered as a charity with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ABN 66 801 857 062); donations of $2 or more are tax-deductible.

Donations

Where to find us

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Important dates

Date Event

Thursday 18 March National Close the Gap Day

Wednesday 31 March Transgender Day of Visibility

Thursday 1 April Last day for $20 discount on Term 2 courses

Friday 2 to Tuesday 6 April Easter holidays(Bridge Darebin & Moon Rabbit closed)

Monday 19 April Term 2 commences

Monday 17 MayIDAHOBIT - International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, Intersexism & Transphobia

Wednesday 26 May National Sorry Day

Wednesday 27 May - Thursday 3 June

National Reconcilliation Week

Thursday 3 June Mabo Day

Saturday 12 JuneHOT Makers Market at Bridge Darebin Community Hall (99 Leinster Grove)

Bridge Darebin acknowledges that the Wurundjeri people of the Kulin Nation are the Traditional Owners of the land on which we operate. We pay our respects to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, and to Elders past, present and emerging.

Find out more at www.bridgedarebin.org.au