For the social
Twilight Gin Tasting
Beaconsfield Neighbourhood Centre 8 O'Neil Rd, Beaconsfield, Vic, AustraliaCome and experience a variety of ways to enjoy Gin including cocktails like Martini, Gin Fizz and Singapore Sling along with the wonderful gin and tonic and infused gins too. Nibbles are also provided in a warm and welcoming environment to taste, relax and enjoy. Friday 24th February 7.30pm start. Cost $50 per person. For designated drivers and non-drinkers just wanting to socialise enjoying soft drinks and nibbles, a reduced fee of $10 per person will apply. Bookings are essential by Friday 17th February to ensure correct numbers are catered for.
BNC Wine Club
Beaconsfield Neighbourhood Centre 8 O'Neil Rd, Beaconsfield, Vic, AustraliaWe welcome new and familiar faces to this social gathering where we will taste different wines and learn the various origins and qualities whilst enjoying some tasty nibbles. If you are looking for something friendly, social and a bit of fun, come and join us. Thursday 30th March 7.00pm-9.00pm. Cost $15 per person and bookings are essential to confirm numbers and amount of bottles required.
Fancy Fishbowl 2
Create a stunning coffee table arrangement in a glass fishbowl using calming, neutral shades of green and white. Thursday 16th March 7.00pm-9.00pm. Cost $75 with all materials included. SOLD OUT Thursday 23rd March 7.00pm-9.00pm. Cost $75 with all materials included. EXTRA DATE ADDED.
Monday Table Tennis for Over 50s
Beaconsfield Neighbourhood Centre 8 O'Neil Rd, Beaconsfield, Vic, AustraliaAll levels welcome for this fun group having time keeping fit, enjoying a cuppa and a social chat. Term 1- Starts Monday 30th January 12.30pm-3.00pm for 10 weeks. Term 2- Starts Monday 24th April 12.30pm-3.00pm for 9 weeks. Term 3- Starts Monday 10th July 12.30pm-3.00pm for 10 weeks. Term 4- Starts Monday 2nd October 12.30pm-3.00pm for 11 weeks. See also Thursday Table Tennis for Over 50s and Friday Competition Table Tennis for more dates. Some sessions may run during the school holidays - check with reception staff for details. Cost $4 per session.
Knitting Group
Beaconsfield Neighbourhood Centre 8 O'Neil Rd, Beaconsfield, Vic, AustraliaCome and join us for charity knitting and crochet sessions which help Bless Collective and Beaconsfield Ambulance Service. Many families are in need and we hope this fun and rewarding session will help to make and donate those required items. There is no charge for this session. Term 1- Starts Monday 30th January 12.30pm-3.00pm for 9 weeks. (No session Monday 13th March- Labour Day) Term 2- Starts Monday 24th April 12.30pm-3.00pm for 8 weeks. (No session 12th June- King's Birthday) Term 3- Starts Monday 10th July 12.30pm-3.00pm for 10 weeks. Term 2- Starts Monday 2nd October 12.30pm-3.00pm for 11 weeks.
Midway
Beaconsfield Neighbourhood Centre 8 O'Neil Rd, Beaconsfield, Vic, AustraliaThis friendly and fun-loving 60s plus women's group meet weekly for activities, games, a good chat and afternoon tea. Term 1 starts Monday 30th January 1.00pm-3.00pm for 9 weeks. (Please note there will be no session on Monday 13th March- Labour Day) Term 2 starts Monday 24th April 1.00pm-3.00pm for 9 weeks. (Please note there will be no session on Monday 12th June- King's Birthday) Term 3 starts Monday 10th July 1.00pm-3.00pm for 10 weeks. Term 4 starts Monday 2nd October 1.00pm-3.00pm for 11 weeks. Cost $4 per session.
Beginners Drawing with Janine Wednesday
Beaconsfield Neighbourhood Centre 8 O'Neil Rd, Beaconsfield, Vic, AustraliaThis is a figure drawing class for beginners where we will concentrate on figure drawing (clothes on!) in addition to general drawing including some perspective. We will provide easels, tables and large drawing paper. You bring along a 4B or 6B pencil and charcoal or some coloured oil pastels if you prefer. Bring an A3 sketch pad if you would like to work on a smaller scale. Term 1- Starts Wednesday 1st February 12.30pm-3.00pm for 10 weeks. Cost $140. Term 2- Starts Wednesday 26th April 12.30pm-3.00pm for 9 weeks. Cost $126. Term 3- Starts Wednesday 12th July 12.30pm-3.00pm for 10 weeks. Cost $140. Term 4- Starts Wednesday 4th October 12.30pm-3.00pm for 10 weeks. Cost $140. (No session Wednesday 8th November).
Painting in Acrylics am
Beaconsfield Neighbourhood Centre 8 O'Neil Rd, Beaconsfield, Vic, AustraliaA fun, casual and social painting class. Beginners to advanced. Learn basic techniques or expand your skills in this Adults Only class. Term 4- Starts Thursday 5th October 9.30am-12 noon or 12.30pm-3.00pm for 10 weeks. Cost $160. (No session Thursday 9th November).
Patchwork/Quilting/Craft Group
Beaconsfield Neighbourhood Centre 8 O'Neil Rd, Beaconsfield, Vic, AustraliaAll are welcome to come along to this social group where you can finish off your own projects and start new ones. A lovely group of ladies and a friendly atmosphere. Term 1- Starts Thursday 2nd February 9.30am-12 noon for 10 weeks. Term 2- Starts Thursday 27th April 9.30am-12 noon for 9 weeks. Term 3- Starts Thursday 13th July 9.30am-12 noon for 10 weeks. Term 4- Starts Thursday 5th October 9.30am-12 noon for 11 weeks. Cost $4 per session.
Easy Beginner Line Dancing with Anna
Beaconsfield Neighbourhood Centre 8 O'Neil Rd, Beaconsfield, Vic, AustraliaJoin the line dancing community and open a new world of friends, fun and laughs. Good exercise for body and mind. Term 1- Starts Thursday 16th February 9.45am-10.45 am for 8 weeks. Cost $5 per week.
Dancercise
Beaconsfield Neighbourhood Centre 8 O'Neil Rd, Beaconsfield, Vic, AustraliaEnjoy a great workout, and musically nurture your senses with Latin body moves to Cha Cha Cha, Samba, Jive and Jazz to get that body pumping! Firstly, warm up to motivational music then get into the groove with simple dance moves at a faster pace. This is followed by a slow Rumba cool-down, and relaxing floor stretches to dreamy music to complete your workout experience. You can bring your own mat (or they are available at the Centre). Join a class that feeds the body, mind and soul! Term 1- Starts Thursday 2nd February 11.15am-12.15pm for 10 weeks. Cost $120. Term 2- Starts Thursday 27th April 11.15am-12.15pm for 9 weeks. Cost $108. Term 3- Starts Thursday 13th July 11.15am-12.15pm for 10 weeks. Cost $120. Term 4- Starts Thursday 5th October 11.15am-12.15pm for 11 weeks. Cost $132.
Painting in Acrylics pm
Beaconsfield Neighbourhood Centre 8 O'Neil Rd, Beaconsfield, Vic, AustraliaA fun, casual and social painting class. Beginners to advanced. Learn basic techniques or expand your skills in this Adults Only class. Term 4- Starts Thursday 5th October 9.30am-12 noon or 12.30pm-3.00pm for 10 weeks. Cost $160. (No session Thursday 9th November).
Thursday Table Tennis for Over 50s
Beaconsfield Neighbourhood Centre 8 O'Neil Rd, Beaconsfield, Vic, AustraliaAll levels welcome for this fun group having time keeping fit, enjoying a cuppa and a social chat. Term 1- Starts Thursday 2nd February 12.30pm-3.00pm for 10 weeks. Term 2- Starts Thursday 27th April 12.30pm-3.00pm for 9 weeks. Term 3- Starts Thursday 13th July 12.30pm-3.00pm for 10 weeks. Term 4- Starts Thursday 5th October 12.30pm-3.00pm for 11 weeks. See also Monday Table Tennis for Over 50s and Friday Competition Table Tennis for more dates. Some sessions may run during the school holidays – check with reception staff for details. Cost $4 per session.
Sewing Sisters
Beaconsfield Neighbourhood Centre 8 O'Neil Rd, Beaconsfield, Vic, AustraliaJoin this informal, friendly group from beginners to experienced. Share skills and finish off those UFOs in Quilting, Patchwork and Embroidery. New sisters are very welcome.. Term 1- Starts Friday 3rd February 9.30am-1.00pm for 9 weeks. Term 2- Starts Friday 28th April 9.30am-1.00pm for 9 weeks. Term 3- Starts Friday 14th July 9.30am-1.00pm for 10 weeks. Term 4- Starts Friday 6th October 9.30am-1.00pm for 11 weeks. Cost $4 per session.
BNC Walking Group
Beaconsfield Neighbourhood Centre 8 O'Neil Rd, Beaconsfield, Vic, AustraliaWould you like to be part of a local walking group, socialise while you get some fresh air and exercise? Meet at the Centre each Friday and take it from there. There is no charge for this session but please contact the Centre to register for this group. Term 1- Starts Friday 3rd February 10.00am for 9 weeks. Term 2- Starts Friday 28th April 10.00am for 9 weeks. Term 3- Starts Friday 14th July 10.00am for 10 weeks. Term 4- Starts Friday 6th October 10.00am for 11 weeks.
Write Away
Beaconsfield Neighbourhood Centre 8 O'Neil Rd, Beaconsfield, Vic, AustraliaA great social group bringing together budding journalists and writers. Share your ideas and stories whilst learning some new methods with like-minded people. All levels and abilities welcome. Term 1 starts Friday 3rd February 10.00am-12 noon and runs fortnightly during term time. Term 2 starts Friday 28th April 10.00am-12 noon and runs fortnightly during term time. Term 3 starts Friday 14th July 10.00am-12 noon and runs fortnightly during term time. Term 4 starts Friday 6th October 10.00am-12 noon and runs fortnightly during term time. Cost is just a Gold coin donation per session.
Friday Competition Table Tennis
Beaconsfield Neighbourhood Centre 8 O'Neil Rd, Beaconsfield, Vic, AustraliaEnjoy some competitive table tennis: this group is keeping fit with games suited to more experienced players, but still enjoying a cuppa and a social chat. Term 1- Starts Friday 3rd February 12 noon-3.00pm for 9 weeks. Term 2- Starts Friday 28th April 12 noon-3.00pm for 9 weeks. Term 3- Starts Friday 14th July12 noon-3.00pm for 10 weeks. Term 4- Starts Friday 6th October 12 noon-3.00pm for 11 weeks. See Monday and Thursday Table Tennis for Over 50s for other dates with more casual play. Some sessions may run during the school holidays – check with reception staff for details. Cost $4 per session.
Monday Table Tennis for Over 50s
Beaconsfield Neighbourhood Centre 8 O'Neil Rd, Beaconsfield, Vic, AustraliaAll levels welcome for this fun group having time keeping fit, enjoying a cuppa and a social chat. Term 1- Starts Monday 30th January 12.30pm-3.00pm for 10 weeks. Term 2- Starts Monday 24th April 12.30pm-3.00pm for 9 weeks. Term 3- Starts Monday 10th July 12.30pm-3.00pm for 10 weeks. Term 4- Starts Monday 2nd October 12.30pm-3.00pm for 11 weeks. See also Thursday Table Tennis for Over 50s and Friday Competition Table Tennis for more dates. Some sessions may run during the school holidays - check with reception staff for details. Cost $4 per session.
Knitting Group
Beaconsfield Neighbourhood Centre 8 O'Neil Rd, Beaconsfield, Vic, AustraliaCome and join us for charity knitting and crochet sessions which help Bless Collective and Beaconsfield Ambulance Service. Many families are in need and we hope this fun and rewarding session will help to make and donate those required items. There is no charge for this session. Term 1- Starts Monday 30th January 12.30pm-3.00pm for 9 weeks. (No session Monday 13th March- Labour Day) Term 2- Starts Monday 24th April 12.30pm-3.00pm for 8 weeks. (No session 12th June- King's Birthday) Term 3- Starts Monday 10th July 12.30pm-3.00pm for 10 weeks. Term 2- Starts Monday 2nd October 12.30pm-3.00pm for 11 weeks.
Midway
Beaconsfield Neighbourhood Centre 8 O'Neil Rd, Beaconsfield, Vic, AustraliaThis friendly and fun-loving 60s plus women's group meet weekly for activities, games, a good chat and afternoon tea. Term 1 starts Monday 30th January 1.00pm-3.00pm for 9 weeks. (Please note there will be no session on Monday 13th March- Labour Day) Term 2 starts Monday 24th April 1.00pm-3.00pm for 9 weeks. (Please note there will be no session on Monday 12th June- King's Birthday) Term 3 starts Monday 10th July 1.00pm-3.00pm for 10 weeks. Term 4 starts Monday 2nd October 1.00pm-3.00pm for 11 weeks. Cost $4 per session.
General Line Dancing with Anna
Beaconsfield Neighbourhood Centre 8 O'Neil Rd, Beaconsfield, Vic, AustraliaCome along and enjoy all types of music in this fun and social class. Term 1- Starts Tuesday 31st January 10.00am-12 noon for 10 weeks. Term 2- Starts Tuesday 2nd May 10.00am-12 noon for 8 weeks. Term 3- Starts Tuesday 11th July 10.00am-12 noon for 10 weeks. Term 4- Starts Tuesday 3rd October 10.00am-12 noon for 10 weeks (No session Tuesday 7th November- Melbourne Cup). Cost $7 per session.
Beginners Drawing with Janine Tuesday
Beaconsfield Neighbourhood Centre 8 O'Neil Rd, Beaconsfield, Vic, AustraliaThis is a figure drawing class for beginners where we will concentrate on figure drawing (clothes on!) in addition to general drawing including some perspective. We will provide easels, tables and large drawing paper. You bring along a 4B or 6B pencil and charcoal or some coloured oil pastels if you prefer. Bring an A3 sketch pad if you would like to work on a smaller scale. Term 1- Starts Tuesday 31st January 12.30pm-3.00pm for 10 weeks. Cost $140. Term 2- Starts Tuesday 2nd May 12.30pm-3.00pm for 8 weeks. Cost $112. Term 3- Starts Tuesday 11th July 12.30pm-3.00pm for 10 weeks. Cost $140. Term 4- Starts Tuesday 3rd October 12.30pm-3.00pm for 10 weeks. Cost $140. (No session Tuesday 7th November- Melbourne Cup).
New Vogue, Ballroom and Latin Dancing
Beaconsfield Neighbourhood Centre 8 O'Neil Rd, Beaconsfield, Vic, AustraliaThis class is most suitable for those who have enjoyed some experience dancing New Vogue, Ballroom or Latin, or other styles, in social or class settings. We continue on from the Beginners class by learning new and interesting dances, within the three styles, for participants to further enjoy. The fun learning process continues, as does the social and health benefit for everyone. Come and join us! Term 1- Starts Tuesday 7th February 7.00pm-8.00pm for 9 weeks. Cost $108. Term 2- Starts Tuesday 2nd May 7.00pm-8.00pm for 9 weeks. Cost $108. Term 3- Starts Tuesday 11th July 7.00pm-8.00pm for 10 weeks. Cost $120. Term 4- Starts Tuesday 3rd October 7.00pm-8.00pm for 10 weeks. Cost $120. (No session Tuesday 7th November- Melbourne Cup)
Beginners Drawing with Janine Wednesday
Beaconsfield Neighbourhood Centre 8 O'Neil Rd, Beaconsfield, Vic, AustraliaThis is a figure drawing class for beginners where we will concentrate on figure drawing (clothes on!) in addition to general drawing including some perspective. We will provide easels, tables and large drawing paper. You bring along a 4B or 6B pencil and charcoal or some coloured oil pastels if you prefer. Bring an A3 sketch pad if you would like to work on a smaller scale. Term 1- Starts Wednesday 1st February 12.30pm-3.00pm for 10 weeks. Cost $140. Term 2- Starts Wednesday 26th April 12.30pm-3.00pm for 9 weeks. Cost $126. Term 3- Starts Wednesday 12th July 12.30pm-3.00pm for 10 weeks. Cost $140. Term 4- Starts Wednesday 4th October 12.30pm-3.00pm for 10 weeks. Cost $140. (No session Wednesday 8th November).
