HUME CITY COUNCILHOMESTEAD COMMUNITY AND LEARNING CENTRETerm 3, 2017www.hume.vic.gov.au/homestead

HOMESTEAD COMMUNITY AND LEARNING CENTRE 30 Whiltshire Drive, Roxburgh Park Melway ref: 179 G7 PO Box 119, Dallas Vic 3047

Monday to Friday, 8.30am–5pm 9205 2760

@ homestead@hume.vic.gov.au www.hume.vic.gov.au/homesteadSupported by

the Victorian Government

How to Enrol ■You can enrol in person or by mail (please see postal

address below). Payments can only be made by Eftpos or cheque. No cash transactions.

■Cash payments can only be made at Hume City Council Customer Service Centres.

■If sending a cheque, please make it payable to Hume City Council.

THE LAST DAY FOR TERM 3 ENROLMENT:

Thursday 13 July 2017

ONCE YOU HAVE ENROLLED: ■A course outline and a requirement list will be issued.

Please purchase the materials on this list before the course commences.

■Once a course commences, no refunds are payable if you miss a class/es.

■Enrolment form and payment to be completed prior to dates stated above.

■Classes will be cancelled if there is a lack of enrolments. In this case a refund will be issued. Refunds to be collected within three months of payment.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION:92052760duringofficehours

“I was not able to speak a word of English when I first joined the English Class at the Homestead. I

enjoyed studying and did lots of home study with my family to improve my English. Now I am very proud

to have a full time job and I am thankful for my tutor and my fellow students.

Lisa EAL Language Student

Homestead Advisory Committee MeetingsThe Advisory Committee’s primary purpose is to provide input into annual planning of programs and courses delivered at the Homestead Community and Learning Centre taking into consideration the local knowledge and identified needs of the community/community of interest.

For more information: 9205 2760

Culture and Support GroupsThe following groups meet regularly to organise activities and provide social support for the community:

Alcoholics Anonymous 0414 241 937

North West Sew’n’Sews 0417 587 265

Aus Yaylacik Friendship 0490 338 600 Association

Homestead Bookworms 0427 151 451

Roxy Learning Group 0402 536 552

Homestead Gallery for Hire Available for hire, the Homestead Gallery is an ideal venue for parties, meetings or art exhibitions.

For booking information: 9205 2760

SCHOOL HOLIDAYS

Scratch Board Boomerang - NAIDOC week

Ages 5-12Make a fun boomerang picture by engraving on a scratch board.

Tuesday 4 July 10:30–11:30am

CD Decorating

Ages 5-12Get Creative with recycled DVD discs and special markers

Tuesday 11 July 10:30–11:30am

Language Literacy and NumeracyEnglish as an Additional Language (EAL)These classes are designed for people seeking to build confi dence in English reading, writing, listening and speaking skills. Learn with qualifi ed tutors in a friendly environment catering to all language levels. New learners will be required to attend a language assessment interview. Please make an appointment for assessment and enrolment. This is a pathways program to further study or employment.

65, 48 concession Full list and timetable is available fromouroffice

EAL BEGINNERS

Mondays & Fridays 9am–12pm

Fridays 12.30pm–3pm

EAL INTERMEDIATE

Mondays, Tuesdays & Wednesdays 9.30am–12.30pm

EAL LEVEL 1

Tuesdays & Fridays 9am–12pm Fridays 12.30pm–3pm

EAL LEVEL 2

Mondays 12:30pm–3pm Tuesdays & Thursdays 9.30am–12.30pm

Sewing SkillsThis course is designed for beginners to intermediate learners. Our industry trained tutor will guide you in making a garment, understanding patterns, alterations or fi tting adjustments. Bring your own fabric and sewing machine if you have one, or use ours.

Tutor: Cathy Jackson

100, 75 concession Tuesdays from 18 July (10 weeks) 9.30am–12.30pm

Cooking for LifeMeet our Chef and learn about food, food preparation and the skills to prepare wholesome meals. Learn to cook meals from scratch for your family and enjoy preparing meals with an enthusiastic group.

Tutor: Surinder Marwah

100, 75 concession Wednesdays from 19 July

(10 weeks) 9.30am–1pm

English For Life and WorkEnhance your English skills to better assist with life and work environments. This class is facilitated by one of our English tutors. This course will improve your learning and give you practical language and literacy skills that you can use every day.

Tutor: Lima Ajum

65, 48 concession Tuesdays from 18 July (10 Weeks) 6.30pm–9pm

Computer BasicsLooking to be tech savvy? Join our computer basics classes that cater for beginners and those looking to improve existing skills. Classes cover a wide range of topics tailored to the group needs. Registration essential.

15, 5 concession or seniors card Fridays from 21 July (10 weeks) 10am–12pm

Digital Literacy for Work Environments (Vietnamese)This course is aimed at complete beginners as well as people who would like to be equipped with offi ce based computer skills for employment.

Tutor: Trong Nguyen

65, 48 concession Tuesdays from 18 July (10 weeks) 9am–12pm

Net.HelpLearn how to use the internet and email in a FREE introductory training session available to Hume residents. Register your interest and arrange a convenient training time.

No Charge By appointment at the Homestead

Photography BasicsAn exciting eight week photography program with a creative professional. Learn the techniques for good images, aperture and depth of fi eld, composition and so much more.

Tutor: Carmen Caruana

110 Monday from 31 July (8 weeks) 6.30pm –8:30pm

Transferring Vinyl Records and Tapes to Digital Do you have a large vinyl record collection? Do you have your memories on VHS tapes? Want to keep them safe and secure? Learn the legal way to transfer them to digital format. Registration essential.

15, 5 concession Tuesday evenings from 1 August

(3 weeks)

6.30pm–8.30pm

Introduction to eBay and GumtreeeBay and Gumtree are great online market places. Learn how to set up an account, securely buy and sell all sorts of items, and participate in auctions. Registration essential.

15, 5 concession Tuesday evenings from 5 September

(2 weeks) 6.30 pm–8.30pm

TERM 3 17 July – 22 September 2017

Employment and Career Planning

Get that Job! Sick of spending hours on applying for jobs you never hear back about? Thinking about changing jobs but not sure where to start? Trying to get back into the workforce? This 2.5 hour workshop covers key information needed to successfully develop a strategy for fi nding and applying for jobs. The topics covered will include developing a job search strategy, cover letter and resumes. All participants will also have access to free resume reviewing and individual careers counselling through the RMIT Skills and Jobs Centre as a follow up session. 15, 5 concession Tuesday 22 August 12.30pm–3pm

15, 5 concession Tuesday 21 November 12.30pm–3pm

Health and WellbeingYogaAn active workout that incorporates posture, movement, breathing exercises, relaxation and meditation. Please bring your own mat.

Tutor: Rudi Valenzuela

80 Tuesdays from 18 July

(10 weeks) 6pm–7pm

Tutor: Rudi Valenzuela

80 Thurdays from 20 July

(10 weeks) 6pm–7pm

Tutor: Alicia Mateo

80 Fridays from 21 July

(10 weeks) 9.30am–10.30am

Yoga for Children 7+Learn techniques that help develop concentration and focus. This is an active workout for your child to build strength, balance and confi dence. Please bring your own mat.

Tutor: Rudi Valenzuela

80 Thurdays from 20 July

(10 weeks) 7pm–8pm

Latin DanceFeel the music, move to the beat and enjoy the passion of Latin dance. Ideal for beginners, no partners required, our energetic and enthusiastic tutor will help you get fi t while having fun.

Tutor: Analia Herbes

64 Mondays from 1 August

(8 weeks) 7pm–8pm

Pilates with AliciaImprove your posture, strength, balance and overall sense of wellbeing. Please bring your own mat.

Tutor: Alicia Mateo

80 Thurdays from 20 July

(10 weeks) 9.30–10.30am

Ladies Activity GroupJoin friendly local senior ladies who meet regularly for social conversation and board games at the Homestead.

15, 5 concession (Annually) Tuesdays from 18 July 11am–2:30pm

Women’s Support GroupA group of women of varied ages and cultures who meet in a safe and confi dential space at the Homestead sharing a meal and discussing life issues.

15, 5 concession (Annually) Mondays 17 July 11am–2:30pm

Recreation and ArtsMake-Up ArtistryLearn how to care for your skin, create a glowing natural look and apply makeup in three fabulous workshops. Melissa Dragonstar is a make-up artist and stylist. She will take course participants through the essential steps of knowing skin types, skin care, selecting and applying foundations, colours and contouring. These three workshops are ideal for anyone interested in self application or in make-up artistry. Limited spaces are available.

Tutor: Melissa Dragonstar

130 plus materials Thursday from 31 August (3 weeks) 6.30pm–8pm

Cake DecoratingBe inspired by the art of cake decoration with an experienced local tutor. Learn to make fl owers, butterfl ies and bees. Become skilled at art of piping and working with fondant. Full details of term structure and requirements are available from our offi ce.

Tutor: Sezay Mustafa

80 plus materials Mondays from 24 July (8 weeks) 7pm–9pm