Homemade delights: ‘‘Make it, bake it, grow it’’ is the motto of the Nunawading Craft and Produce Market, which provides the community with a range of goods such as clothing, toys, jewellery, gifts, plants, gourmet foods and fresh produce. The market is held at Whitehorse Civic Centre, 397 Whitehorse Road from 9am–2pm on the fourth Sunday of each month. For more information, call 0412 324 249 or visit artsnunawading.org.au February 26.
Maintain your marbles: If you’re looking to improve your memory, release stress and keep those brain cells working, you’re invited to participate in Brain Gym. Enjoy a pleasant walk by the Yarra River in Warrandyte followed by a presentation by author Marion Penman about her book Losing Your Marbles, A Journey into Alzheimers. The cost is $10 and includes a healthy lunch. At Warrandyte Neighbourhood House, 168 Yarra Street, Warrandyte, from 8.45am–2pm. For more information, call 9844 1839. February 23.
Being green: As part of Melbourne’s Sustainable Living Festival, Bulleen Art and Garden will host a night of discussion, performance, song and art to raise funds for Sustainable Gardening Australia. Between 5pm-6pm there will group walk around the Yarra and grounds, with gardener Jane Edmanson. For more information call 8850 3030 or email Meredith@baag.com.au February 23.
Twist and shout: Ever wanted to learn balloonology? Learn basic balloon-twisting skills including the lock twist, loops and ears in a fun class. Shapes will include dogs, swans and hats. Cost is $20 and includes materials, notes and use of a pump. Classes are held at 7 Greenwood Street, Burwood. For more information, call Alison Yiu on 9888 0234. February 29 from 1-3pm or March 1 from 7pm—9pm.
Cinema under the stars: Enjoy a night out while watching family-friendly animation Rio. Bring a picnic and chairs or a rug, or buy food and drinks at the venue. From 8.30pm-10.30pm at Finns Reserve, Templestowe Lower. For more information, call 9840 9381. February 24.
Anyone for tennis? The Serpell Tennis Club Open Day is a great opportunity for people of all ages to come and try their hand at tennis. Raquets are available to borrow, and visitors are asked to wear flat-soled sporting shoes and sunscreen. From 11am–3pm at the Serpell Tennis Club, Burleigh Drive, Templestowe. For more information, call 9816 3337 during business hours, or 9848 1232 after hours. February 26.
Winning moves: If you like board games, you’ll love Giant Monopoly. Whitehorse Rotoract is presenting Giant Monopoly as a fund-raiser for the Brahminy Foundation’s new library. Grab a group of friends and come along for a great night of entertainment. Fabulous prizes are up for grabs, regardless of whether you’re a property tycoon or stuck in jail. The event will be held at Box Hill Town Hall, 1022 Whitehorse Road. Cost is $15, BYO drinks and nibblies. To make a booking, call 0421 500 136 or email info@whitehorserotoract.org.au February 25.
Come together: Everyone is welcome to attend a World Day of Prayer meeting at the Salvation Army Church, 17–23 Nelson Road, Box Hill. Morning tea will be served from 9.30am, and the meeting will begin at 10.15am. For more information, email
corps.boxhill@aus.salvationarm y.org March 2.
Stay healthy: Manningham’s Healthy Lifestyles week is on again. Activities include art lectures, come and try days for sport, food and wine events and health and wellbeing forums. The opening event will feature demonstrations from celebrity chef Elizabeth Chong and Vasili Kanidiadis from Vasili’s Garden will be held on Thursday, February 23 at the civic centre, 699 Doncaster Road, Doncaster. For a full list of activities visit manningham.vic.gov.au Until March 4.
Bring your little devils: Children aged 5–12 can learn basic circus skills in a fun environment at Little Devils Children’s Circus workshops. Comfortable clothing and shoes are required. The workshops will be held at Domeney Recreation Centre in Park Orchards. The first session is on from 4pm–5pm, with another session held from 5pm–6pm. Cost is $5 per session. For more information, call 9876 4381. February 24.
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