For a full list of activities and programs available during the term, please download a copy of our Term 1 2020 brochure.
Or alternatively, check out our new 4 page A3 brochure here
Programs at Burwood Neighbourhood House
Community Lunches
12:00pm
Every Second Tuesday
$10
Meals for the community, by the community. Come and enjoy a sit-down, home-cooked lunch and a great conversation!
BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL
Vegan Cooking
Tuesdays 12:30pm
August 4 - 18th
$16
Enjoy the cooking classes, learn to make healthy vegan meals, and enjoy tastings and take home recipies.
BOOKINGS IN ADVANCE
Daffodil Day Luncheon
Friday 12:00pm
August 28th
$16
Come for a luncheon and meet new friends! The money raised will help to support the Cancer Council.
BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL
Zumba for over 40s
Fridays 9.30am - 10.30am
17th July - 18th September
10 weeks $160 Early Bird $130
Come and join the party.
Fun & fitness!!
Kids Chess Club
Tuesdays and Thursdays
13th July - 18th September
$15 per session
Come along and socialize while playing and enjoying one of the oldest and most played games. Beginners and advanced classes are available.
Children's Art Class
Saturdays 9:30am - 10:30am
Come along and learn how to create a magnificent masterpiece.
BOOKINGS ESSENITAL
Hearing Checks
August 5th
FREE!!
Book a free hearing check with Hearing Australia. Call us to book your session!
A reminder to all students to please DO NOT attend classes if you have been in contact with a confirmed COVID-19 case, or if you are suffering from any cold or flu-like symptoms.
Hatha Yoga
Mondays 9:05am - 10:05am
13th July - 14th September
10 wks $175 Early Bird: $120
Stretches focusing on the spine to help with flexibility. Includes breathing techniques, meditation and relaxation.
Mat Pilates (all levels)
Mondays 7:00pm - 8:00pm
13th July - 14th September
10 weeks $185 Early Bird $130
Improve flexibility, build strength and develop core control.
What Google can do for you
Friday 10:00am - 12:00pm
21st August
$40
Come along and learn what you can do using Google! Learn about searching, how to set up a Gmail account, using Google Maps for directions and more!
Computers for Beginners
Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays 10:00am - 12:00pm
From $15/h (Small classes min 3)
Individual Sessions from $40 p/h
Learn all the basics to get you started using a computer. Individual sessions are also available to suit your time and needs.
BOOKINGS REQUIRED.
Tai Chi
Thursdays 11.30am - 12.30pm
6th February - 26th March
8 weeks $88 Early Bird: $76
Improve balance, flexibility and coordiantion.
Social Walking
Wednesdays 10.30am - 11.30am
15th July– 16th September
$2 per session
Come and get fit! Enjoy a local walk in a group and come back to the house for tea/coffee/cold drink.
All ages welcome.
Social Scrabble
Wednesdays 10:00am - 1:00pm
15th July – 16th September
10 weeks $60 Early Bird $40
Yes we do have scrabble dictionaries.
Come for the challenge.
Community Bus Trips
10:00am Sharp
3rd Thurs of the month
See more of Melbourne and our community with the convenience of a bus trip!
From $25
16th July: Olinda Only Mine Choc Factory
21st August: Daffodil Day at house
17th September: Hop on Hop off Sight Seeing Tour
Ladies Social Group
12:30pm - 2:00pm
First Monday of the Month
$3 per session (or $15 p/a)
Meet new friends while while sharing a plate of your favourite food over lunch. Go out to new coffee trips movies, shopping trips, etc.
Cards Social Group
Fridays 1:00pm - 3:00pm
17th July - 18th September
$4 per Session
Come along, make new friends, and show us your favourite card game!
Contact office for details
Getting the best from Gmail
Friday 10:00am - 12:00pm
28th August - 4th September
$80
Learn to set up and use a Gmail account. We will cover everything from account creation and setup, to writing and filing emails.
Exercise for Falls Prevention
14th July – 15th September
Tuesdays 2:00pm - 3:00pm 10 weeks $155 Early Bird $105
Recommended exercises by GPs to reduces the rate and risk of falls. Maintain your function, mobility and independence.
Swap, Shuffle & Share
From 10am
1st Saturday of every month.
Home grown, home made.
Meet up with other gardeners and share your knowledge, ideas, inspirations and excess produce.
Strength Training
Thursdays 10am - 11am
16th July - 17th September
10 Wks $145 Early Bird $95
Improve your body strength - fight osteoporosis.
Weights are provided.
Book Club
2nd Monday of the month
Monday 10:00am - 11:00am
$3.50 per session
Come along and discuss great books with like minded friends! Our book club provides a relaxed atmosphere to meet like minded people over a cup of tea and share a common passion
Chit and Chatter
Fridays 1:30pm - 2:30pm
17th July - 18th September
$3 per session
Come along and socialize with other members of the community. Have a chat about current events, entertainment, or anything that interests you, over afternoon tea or coffee.
Boroondara Toastmasters
7.30pm
1st & 3rd Thurs in month
Separate fees apply
Become the Speaker & Leader you want to be.
Learn new skills for your personal development.
Speak confidently with Toastmasters
ph 9808 6292
Meditation
Mondays 10:15am - 11:15am
Tuesdays 7:30pm - 8:30pm
13th July - 14th September
$3.50 Per session
Relax & refresh the body, mind & soul.
MYOB Intro or Quickbooks Intro
5th August - 9th September
7:00pm - 9:00pm
$120
Learn data entry with this home/office accounting program.
Social Craft
Every 1st Monday
FREE!
Do you love crafting and getting together with friends? Why not do both at the same time and join our Social Craft Club? Bring your own craft project, or do one of ours on behalf of local charities.
Introduction to Excel
Fridays 10:00am - 12:00pm
4th - 18th August
3 weeks, 2 hours per week
$120
Learn how to set up your budget on a spreadsheet and much more.
BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL!
Ebay/Gumtree Workshop
1:00am - 3:00pm
26th August
$40
Learn how to create an account, how to buy items and list items for sale. Declutter the house and get some extra cash for yourself, or buy gifts for family and friends!
Introduction to Excel
Fridays 10:00am - 12:00pm
17th - 31st July
3 weeks, 2 hours per week
$120
Learn how to set up your budget on a spreadsheet and much more.
Bookings essential!
Unfortunately, due to the return to COVID-19 stage three restrictions we have to close our doors again.
Stay safe, stay healthy and we will be able to see each other again soon.
In the meantime, we still have things available for you:
Daffodil Day
Daffodil day is scheduled for August 28th, and if we are permitted to open by that date, it will go ahead.
However, if you don't feel confident to go out at that time, please email us and we will arrange a Zoom Link.
Home Cooked
Meals
If you're in need for a home cooked meal,
please contact the house by phone or email and we will arrange a time to come and pick up your meal.
Pot it Forward
Know you're adding some colour to someone's day. Take a pot, plant it, deliver it to the house and we will sell it.
Create-a-Card
Have an Occasion that is coming up that you need a card for, why not make one and post it on our Facebook page for others to get inspiration from.
If you need a hand, we have a very talented tutor that could show you how to make one.
Knitting Volunteers
Needed
We need some volunteers for a community care project to sew up hygiene bags for the End Trachoma Project. Ring us or email us for further information.
Share your
Jigsaws and DVDs
Do you have any Jigsaws, or DVDs that you no longer require? Then why not drop them off, on our Veranda. Feel free to take one to do for yourself, once completed return to our swap box.
Homemade Jams
We are so sorry that you have not seen us at Forest Hill Chase during this time. If you have a favorite jam, or you if you would just want a homemade jam. Just simply email us and we will deliver one to you
Walking during Lockdown
While we still can’t get together and walk at this time. We would still love to hear about the great walking trails, or streets you have found!
