Manningham Seniors Festival 2019

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Manningham Seniors Festival 2019Get into it

CONTENTSMayor’s welcome

Citizen of the Year

Premier events

Programs and workshops

Using public transport

Health and fitness

Dementia friendly Manningham

Celebration and social

Celebration Day

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Manningham Seniors Festival is supported by the Victorian Government as part of the Victorian Seniors Festival - the theme for 2019 is Get into it.

As part of the Victorian Seniors Festival, we‘re delighted to bring you a jam-packed program of Council and community run-events (mostly free or low cost) throughout the month of October.

I am always pleased to acknowledge the achievements of our Senior Citizens and at this year’s Civic Awards, we recognised Hardy Shum as ‘Citizen of Year’. Hardy has been actively involved with the Chinese senior citizens building a community and a sense of home for new immigrants over the past 23 years.

The festival is a wonderful opportunity to have some fun, try something new and make friends. You will find many of our clubs, community groups and organisations are hosting special events, we’ve listed some in this program. We’re delighted to launch this year’s festival on Wednesday 2 October with a special Wine and Cheese Music Evening – All you need is love! a tribute to the Beatles with the Australian Beetlez Show. Get your dancing shoes on and join in the fun.

Once again, we’re hosting a Seniors Morning Tea and partnering with Victoria Police to present a Senior Safety and Wellbeing Café Chat at MC Square. Learn about safety and wellbeing topics including safety in the home and staying safe online.

To get the most of what’s happening throughout Manningham’s Seniors Festival, read our program booklet and register early for events and activities.

Find out more visit manningham.vic.gov.au/seniors-festival

Wishing you a sensational Seniors Festival!

Cr Paula PiccininiMayor

MAYOR’S WELCOME

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Hardy has been actively involved with the Chinese Senior Citizens in Manningham for the past 23 years and has led the Club as President for the past 15 years.

Hardy has given new migrants in an unfamiliar country peace of mind, a sense of belonging and cultural identity and the feeling of care and support. Over the 23 years he has built the Chinese Senior Citizen’s Club into a place to forge new bonds of kinship, friendship, community and a sense of home. This counters the social isolation and loneliness that can threaten the mental and physical wellbeing of senior adults.

He made a commitment to use his own experience to help ease the transition for newcomers from Asia to Australia, so that they could set up a fulfilling and purposeful life, and call our country home.

RECOGNISING OUR SENIORS: CITIZEN OF THE YEAR, HARDY SHUM

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Wednesday 2 October 7.00pm to 9.30pmSeniors cheese and wine music evening Join us for a night of entertainment with cheese and wine, as we pay tribute to the Beatles with the Australian Beeltez Show. Proudly supported by Vals Café.

Wine and cheese

Manningham Civic Centre 699 Doncaster Road Doncaster

On site parking

Bookings essential

$5

9840 9700

manningham.vic.gov.au/seniors-festival

Friday, 11 October 10.00am to 12.00noonSeniors morning tea Hosted by 89.9 FM breakfast radio presenter Lucy Holmes with entertainment by SOS the Australian ABBA tribute show.

Morning tea

Manningham Civic Centre 699 Doncaster Road Doncaster

On site parking Shuttle bus available

Bookings essential

Free

9840 9700


Friday 11 October 12.45pm to 2.00pmSeniors safety and wellbeing café chatAfter a morning of dancing at the seniors morning tea, have a chat with our safety and wellbeing partners. Enjoy afternoon tea and learn about a range of safety and wellbeing topics including safety in the home and staying safe online.

Afternoon tea

MC Square 687 Doncaster Road Doncaster

On site parking

Bookings essential

Free

9840 9700


PREMIER EVENTS

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Thursday 10 October 2.00pm to 3.00pmIntroduction to the internet for seniorsYou can shop, research and connect with people on the internet. This is a beginners class for those new to using the internet, getting you started in searching the world wide web.

Bulleen Library Bulleen Plaza 79-109 Manningham Road Bulleen

On site parking Bookings essential

Free 9896 8450

wml.vic.gov.au

Thursday 10 October 10.30am to 12.00pmIntroduction to facebook for seniorsLearn about social networking —how to setup a Facebook account, post messages and use the privacy settings. Requirements: Your own phone, laptop or iPad and a registered email address.

Doncaster Library MC Square 687 Doncaster Road Doncaster


Free 9877 8500

wml.vic.gov.au

Tuesday 15 October 11.00am to 12.00pmIntroduction to email for seniorsLearn how to write and send emails, add attachments and how to organise your inbox. Requirements: mouse skills, registered email address.



Free 9895 4250

wml.vic.gov.au

PROGRAMS AND WORKSHOPS

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Tuesday 15 October 1.30pm to 3.00pmDigitally restore old photographsDo you have cherished photographs that have seen better days? Learn to use apps to digitally restore and touch-up old photographs so they look good as new. All equipment provided.

The Pines Library corner Reynolds and Blackburn roads East Doncaster


Free 9877 8500

wml.vic.gov.au

Wednesday 16 October 10.30am to 12.00pmiPhone and iPad for beginners for seniors Get to know your iPhone or iPad as we learn to navigate buttons, features, accessibility functions, and apps. Requirements: your own iPhone or iPad, Apple ID, library card and PIN.



Free 9877 8500

wml.vic.gov.au

Thursday 17 October 1.00pm to 2.00pmIntroduction to 3D printing for seniorsKeeping an active mind means stepping out of your comfort zone and learning something totally new. Come along and be challenged with a new activity; you might discover a hidden talent.



Free 9877 8500

wml.vic.gov.au

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Thursday 17 October 1.00pm to 2.30pmIntroduction to the internet in Chinese for seniors You can shop, research and connect with people on the internet. This is a beginners class for those new to using the internet, getting you started in searching the worldwide web.



Free 9877 8550

wml.vic.gov.au

Thursday 17 October 10.00am to 11.30pmVirtual reality meditation experience for seniorsTry a virtual reality meditation experience at the library and enjoy a brief escape to a simpler world. Please note: Individuals will be given five minutes each for the VR experience and are not required to stay for the full time.



Free 9877 8500

wml.vic.gov.au

Friday 18 October 10.00am to 12.00pmBrain challengeThis is a fun and interactive social morning to help keep your mind active and alert. Stay afterwards and enjoy a morning tea.

Morning tea Manningham Civic Centre 699 Doncaster Road Doncaster

On site parking Shuttle bus available

Bookings essential $3

9840 9700 manningham.vic.gov.au/

seniors-festival

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Monday 21 October 1.30pm to 3.00pmMoney, ageing and familyThis session looks at some of the issues to think about if your living arrangements are changing, including how to protect your rights and continue to have a fulfilling lifestyle. A free information booklet will be available at the session. Presented by Seniors Rights Victoria.

Mullum Mullum Stadium 31 Springvale Road Donvale


Free

9840 9700 manningham.vic.gov.au/

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Monday 21 October 1.30pm to 3.00pmLight-up bookmarks for seniorsCreate a simple electronic light-up bookmark out of coloured paper, conductive copper tape, an LED and a watch battery. All equipment provided. No prior experience necessary.



Free 9896 8450

wml.vic.gov.au

Thursday 24 October 10.30am to 12.00pmNavigating my aged careIf you are just starting out on your age care journey, Learn how to navigate age care support services that can assist you to remain living independently in your own home.

Mullum Mullum Stadium 31 Springvale Road Donvale

On site parking Free

Bookings essential

9840 9700

manningham.vic.gov.au/ seniors-festival

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Thursday 24 October 2.00pm to 3.00pmIntroduction to email for seniorsLearn how to write and send emails, add attachments and how to organise your inbox. Requirements: mouse skills and a registered email address.

Warrandyte Library Warrandyte Community Centre, 168 Yarra Street Warrandyte


Free 9896 8450

wml.vic.gov.au

Friday 25 October 11.00am to 12.00pmDigital musicNo more records, tapes or CDs. Come and learn how to purchase, download and play music on digital devices. Learn how to create and manage playlists, listen to digital radio and use bluetooth speakers.



Free 9877 8500

wml.vic.gov.au

Monday 28 October 10.00am to 2.00pmChinese Seniors Social Support day centre open dayCome along and meet the Chinese Community Social Services Inc. team and get involved in some fun activities and worshops. Food demonstrations, music sessions and games will be conducted in Cantonese and Mandarin with English translations available.

Ss Peter and Paul’s Catholic Church 23 Leeds Street Doncaster East

On site parking Free 9898 1965 ccssci.org.au

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Tuesday 29 October 11.30am to 12.00pmThe sharing economy — what is that?Airbnb, Uber, UberEats, Airtasker. Not sure what they are and how to use them? Learn about these and other sharing economy initiatives and how they can help you in your everyday life.



Free 9877 8500

wml.vic.gov.au

Wednesday 30 October 1.30pm to 3.30pmCrafty ways to wrap giftsGift wrapping has special meaning and often, the wrapping can mean as much as the gift inside. Learn different ways to wrap that special gift and enjoy an afternoon tea.

Afternoon tea MC Square Level 2, Studio 4 687 Doncaster Road Doncaster


$3 9840 9700 manningham.vic.gov.au/

seniors-festival

Using public transportFree public transport for Victorian Seniors Card holders runs from Sunday 6 October to Sunday 13 October and includes all metropolitan and V/Line services. Remember carry your Seniors myki card and Victorian Seniors Card with you on public transport, including:• Melbourne trains, trams and

buses• regional trains, coaches and

buses (including regional town bus services).

Don’t forgot to touch on and off as usual — you won’t be charged. On regional services that don’t use myki, just show your Victorian Seniors Card to the conductor or bus driver.

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HEALTH AND FITNESSTuesday 1 to Thursday 31 OctoberFree seven day pass for seniorsEnjoy a free seven day pass to use at Aquarena during the month of October for Seniors Festival participants. You must activate your pass with Aquarena staff prior to commencing. *Terms and conditions apply

Aquarena 139-153 Williamsons Road Lower Templestowe

On site parking Bus 279, 293 and 902 access

Bookings essential: visit.news/ales624

Free 9848 0000

aquarena.com.au

Tuesday 1 October to Wednesday 30 October 9.30am to 10.30amFree cardio tennis for seniorsCome along to free cardio tennis for seniors at Templestowe Park Tennis Club. Go at your own pace with the support of others and a qualified coach.

Templestowe Park Tennis Club 94-140 Porter Street Templestowe


Free 0402 296 835

[email protected]

Every Wednesday 2 October to 30 October 9.45am to 10.30amGentle exerciseA great variety of fun easy to follow exercises to increase range of movement, coordination, balance and strength. Can be taken seated.

Warrandyte Neighbourhood House 168 Yarra Street, Warrandyte Enter via deck on Webb Street

Parking is available at rear of building

Free 9844 1839 warrandyteneighbourhood

house.org.au

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Monday 7 October to Wednesday 29 October Mondays 12.30pm to 3.00pm Wednesdays and Fridays 10.00am to 12.00pmSocial sportsSocial sports sessions open to players of all abilities. YMCA provides a Senior Sports Program which is for all members of the public aged 50 years and over. Enjoy the fitness, health and social benefits of participating in social sports including badminton and table tennis.

Donvale Indoor Sports Centre 360 Springvale Road Donvale

On site parking Free for first two weeks

of the festival, $5 following manningham.ymca.org.au/

Programs/Pages/Table-Tennis.aspx

Friday 4, 11, 18 and 25 October 1.00pm to 4.00pmLawn bowls at Templestowe Bowling ClubCome along and try lawn bowls. Bring a friend and a sense of fun and trying something different. Flat soled shoes or runners will be required and all other equipment will be supplied. Members will be there to show you how to bowl and answer any questions.

Templestowe Bowling Club 1 Swilk Street Templestowe

On site parking Bookings essential for groups over four people

$5 per head templestowebowlingclub.

com.au

Sunday 6 October 11.00am to 4.00pmSeniors bowls dayEnjoy a day on the bowling green and experience the hospitality Doncaster Bowling Club. No experience needed, all bowlers welcome.

Afternoon tea Doncaster Bowling Club 2-50 JJ Tully Drive, Doncaster (directly behind the Manningham Civic Centre)

On site parking 907, 902 and 295 bus access

Free 9848 1479 doncaterbowlingclub.org.au

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Tuesday 15 October 11.00am to 12.00pm, 1.00pm to 2.00pm Wednesday 23 October 11.30am to 12.30pmMomentum come and try sessionsAs the specialists in older adult fitness, classes are safe, fun, low impact and easy to pick up. Designed for everyone to progress at their own rate, regardless of their fitness level or physical ability.

Followed by light refreshments Aquarena 139-153 Williamsons Road Lower Templestowe

On site parking Bus 279, 293 and 902 access

Bookings essential forms.gle/YJTSivqvFYzX2xzo9

Free 9848 0000

aquarena.com.au

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Dementia Friendly ManninghamManningham has been recognised for ‘working towards a Dementia-Friendly Organisation’ by Dementia Australia’s Dementia Friendly Communities program.

We are committed to improving the way our services meet the needs of residents living with dementia, so they can be supported to stay in their homes and communities longer.

In 2015, we established the Manningham Local Dementia Alliance Group (MLDAG) and

have taken the lead role to work through a number of key actions, including a range of activities to raise community awareness. Last year we launched our Dementia Information Card in partnership with MLDAG.

An estimated 436,000 people live with dementia in Australia. Without medical breakthroughs, this number is projected to reach 1.1 million by 2058. According to Dementia Australia, approximately 70 per cent of

people with dementia continue to live in the community. Our aim is to support them to remain active participants in our community and to have a good quality of life.

For more information:

manningham.vic.gov.au/dementia-friendly-manningham

dementiafriendly.org.au

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CELEBRATION AND SOCIALMonday 1 October to Saturday 28 October, 10.00am to 5.00pm Walk of Art — Keeping it RealVisit our visual celebration of life, be inspired and enjoy the images of real and everyday Manningham residents pursuing their passions, connections and skills.

MC Square, Level 2 687 Doncaster Road Doncaster

On site parking Free

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Exhibition Launch Thursday 3 October 1.30pm to 3.00pm

Monday 7 October 11.00am to 11.45amCelebrate our seniors —special storytimes with morning teaLet’s celebrate all the older people who make the lives of young people so special. Stories, songs and morning tea provided. Please notify staff of any food allergies in the morning before the event commences.

Morning tea Bulleen Library, Bulleen Plaza 79-109 Manningham Road Bulleen

On site parking Free 9896 8450

wml.vic.gov.au

Tuesday 8 October 10.30am to 1.30pmMorning tea plusJoin us for a lovely morning tea and lunch with Greek music and dance. Organised by the Greek Elderly Citizens Club of Manningham.

Morning tea Ajani Reserve 284 Thompsons Road Lower Templestowe


Free 9850 8854


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Wednesday 9 October 11.00am to 11.45amCelebrate our seniors — special storytimes with morning teaLet’s celebrate all the older people who make the lives of young people so special. Stories, songs and morning tea provided. Please notify staff of any food allergies in the morning before the event commences.

Morning tea Doncaster Library, MC Square 687 Doncaster Road Doncaster


wml.vic.gov.au

Wednesday 9 October 11.00am to 11.45amCelebrate our seniors —special storytimes with morning teaLet’s celebrate all the older people who make the lives of young people so special. Stories, songs and morning tea provided. Please notify staff of any food allergies in the morning before the event commences.

Morning tea Warrandyte Library Warrandyte Community Centre, 168 Yarra Street Warrandyte


wml.vic.gov.au

Thursday 10 October 11.00am to 11.45amCelebrate our seniors —special storytimes with morning teaLet’s celebrate all the older people who make the lives of young people so special. Stories, songs and morning tea provided. Please notify staff of any food allergies in the morning before the event commences.

Morning tea The Pines Library corner Reynolds and Blackburn roads East Doncaster


wml.vic.gov.au

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Monday 14 October 10.00am to 12.00pmWalk the burbs — Banksia Park BulleenA chance to meet some new walking friends while enjoying the fresh air that surrounds beautiful Banksia Park. Stay afterwards and enjoy a complimentary morning tea.

Morning tea Banksia Park Templestowe Road Bulleen

Bookings essential Free 9840 9700

Shuttle bus service available from Manningham Civic Centre, 699 Doncaster Road Doncaster


Tuesday 15 October 10.00am to 12.00pmSenior carers morning teaCarers are an integral part of our community. To celebrate Carers Week, we invite carers to come along and enjoy a morning tea celebration.

Morning tea Manningham Civic Centre 699 Doncaster Road Doncaster


Free 9840 9700 manningham.vic.gov.au/

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Wednesday 16 October 10.00am to 12.00pmShow tunes sing-a-longCome and sing along with popular show tunes that we all know and love and then quench your thirst after all that singing with morning tea.

Morning tea MC Square Level 2, Studio 6 687 Doncaster Road Doncaster


Free 9840 9700 socialsupport@

manningham.vic.gov.au

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Saturday 19 October 10.00am to 4.00pmManningham seniors expoCelebrate positive ageing with live entertainment performed by senior groups in Manningham. Free health screenings, giveaways and informative talks will also be on offer. Meet exhibitors offering choices for active and healthy ageing.

Food and coffee trucks Templestowe Baptist Church 103-105 Andersons Creek Road Doncaster East

On site parking 305 bus access

Free 0427 040 894

csccm.info/seniors-expo/index.html

Thursday 24 October 10.00am to 12.00pmAveo’s food trailSip, sample and delight your senses at Aveo’s Food & Wine Festival this October. Enjoy good food, wine tasting, live music and cooking demonstrations at an Aveo community.

Food and wine Aveo Domaine 31-43 Victoria Street Doncaster

On site parking More parks available on Victoria Street

Free 8573 8288

aveo.com.au/events

Advertise your event or activity in the 2020 Seniors Festival programWith the growing success of festivals in Manningham, our community would like to take part in more local activities and events. If your event or activity is targeted at people over 65 years of age, at no or low cost and is run during the month of October, register with us and we will help promote it.

For more information contact Aged and Disability Support Services

[email protected]

9840 9700

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The Victorian Seniors Festival is a fun time to celebrate and try something new with more than 2,500 free or low cost events across Victoria.

For more information pick up a Victoria Seniors Festival program at any Coles store, library or neighbourhood house or visit: seniorsonline.vic.gov.au

Sunday 6 October, 10.30am to 4.00pmCelebration DayGet together and celebrate with music, dancing, our festival of choirs, roaming troubadours, active living demonstrations, sponsor and partner stalls. U3A activities and much more. Sit and soak up the great sounds or get up and dance.

Federation Square Paid parking on site Flinders Street station in walking distance

Free

Interpreter service 9840 9355

Manningham Seniors Festival 2019

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