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Silk Floral with Betty

Beaconsfield Neighbourhood Centre 8 O'Neil Rd, Beaconsfield, Vic, Australia

Flowers don’t always need to be disposable! In this workshop you will produce a silk flower arrangement which will stand the test of time and become a beautiful long term feature in your home. Friday 18th November 12.30pm-2.30pm. Cost $45 including all materials. Please bring a pair of scissors or secateurs to this class.  

$45

Event Series Food from the heart of Cairo with Mary

Food from the heart of Cairo with Mary

Beaconsfield Neighbourhood Centre 8 O'Neil Rd, Beaconsfield, Vic, Australia

Experience a little Egyptian magic learning how to cook dishes such as Tagine, Kebbeh Nayye and Baked Zucchini with Lamb (Casserole). At the end of the class, you will sit down as a group to taste and enjoy the meals you have prepared.  Starts Tuesday 29th November 11.00am-3.00pm for 2 weeks (finish time is approximate). Cost $80 including all ingredients and materials.

$80
Event Series Computer Maintenance and Internet Safety

Computer Maintenance and Internet Safety

Beaconsfield Neighbourhood Centre 8 O'Neil Rd, Beaconsfield, Vic, Australia

We rely more and more on technology in everyday life, therefore gaining an understanding of computer maintenance and tools is paramount. Learn how to protect yourself, your computer and privacy on the internet and discuss some security concerns when using your computer. BYO USB stick. Starts Wednesday 30 November 9.30am-1.00pm for 2 weeks. Cost $35.

$35

Christmas Floral with Betty

Beaconsfield Neighbourhood Centre 8 O'Neil Rd, Beaconsfield, Vic, Australia

It’s the most wonderful time of the year and this class will give you some ideas to make a Christmas floral arrangement and add some festive décor to your home. Friday 9th December 12.30pm-2.30pm. Cost $45 including all materials. Please bring a pair of scissors or secateurs to this class.  

$45
Event Series Gentle Start Computers for Seniors

Gentle Start Computers for Seniors

Beaconsfield Neighbourhood Centre 8 O'Neil Rd, Beaconsfield, Vic, Australia

You perhaps have used a computer occasionally but would like to know more about their workings? Gain confidence in using them by learning how they can aid you in everyday life activities. Bring your own laptop or use one of ours. Starts Tuesday 25th October 9.30am-12.30pm for 8 weeks. Cost $50. Please note there will be no class on Tuesday 1st November. 

$50

Wedding Floral

Beaconsfield Neighbourhood Centre 8 O'Neil Rd, Beaconsfield, Vic, Australia

Weddings can be expensive and flowers are no exception. Let Betty teach you how to make your own buttonholes and small bouquets to add that special personal touch to the big day of someone you love. Friday 17th February 12.30pm-2.30pm.  Cost $50 including all materials.

$50

Summer Flower Bouquet

Beaconsfield Neighbourhood Centre 8 O'Neil Rd, Beaconsfield, Vic, Australia

Learn how to arrange and wrap a beautiful selection of fresh summer blooms in a loose, relaxed style. Thursday 23rd February 7.00pm-9.00pm. Cost $75 with all materials included. 

$75

Twilight Gin Tasting

Beaconsfield Neighbourhood Centre 8 O'Neil Rd, Beaconsfield, Vic, Australia

Come 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.

$50
Event Series Greek Cooking with Mary

Greek Cooking with Mary

Beaconsfield Neighbourhood Centre 8 O'Neil Rd, Beaconsfield, Vic, Australia

Soak up the flavours of Greece where you will make both sweet and savoury dishes. Please contact the office to find out this term's menu. At the end of the class, you will sit down as a group to taste and enjoy the meals you have prepared.  Starts Tuesday 21st February 6.00pm-9.30m for 2 weeks (finish time is approximate). Cost $80 including all ingredients and materials.  

$80

Fancy Fishbowl

Beaconsfield Neighbourhood Centre 8 O'Neil Rd, Beaconsfield, Vic, Australia

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.

$75
Event Series Italian Cooking with Mary

Italian Cooking with Mary

Beaconsfield Neighbourhood Centre 8 O'Neil Rd, Beaconsfield, Vic, Australia

Come and join Mary in learning the basics of Italian cooking with tasty dishes like Mama's Artichoke Stew, Nonna's Saucy Meatballs with Baked Potato and Baked stuffed tomatoes. At the end of the class, you will sit down as a group to taste and enjoy the meals you have prepared.  Starts Tuesday 7th March 6.00pm-9.30pm for 3 weeks (finish time is approximate). Cost $100 including all ingredients and materials.

$100

BNC Wine Club

Beaconsfield Neighbourhood Centre 8 O'Neil Rd, Beaconsfield, Vic, Australia

We 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.  

$15

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.

$75

Easter decorative floral

Beaconsfield Neighbourhood Centre 8 O'Neil Rd, Beaconsfield, Vic, Australia

Come along to this hands-on class where you will make a beautiful table decoration for your Easter celebrations. Friday 31st March 12.30pm-2.30pm. Cost $50 including all materials.

$50

Elegant Hatbox Design

Beaconsfield Neighbourhood Centre 8 O'Neil Rd, Beaconsfield, Vic, Australia

Using a selection of roses and other seasonal flowers, we will learn how to create an elegant design in a beautiful hatbox. Thursday 6th April 7.00pm-9.00pm. Cost $75 with all materials included. 

$75

Event Series Beginners Drawing with Janine (Tuesday session)

Beginners Drawing with Janine Tuesday

Beaconsfield Neighbourhood Centre 8 O'Neil Rd, Beaconsfield, Vic, Australia

This 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).

$140

Event Series Midway

Midway

Beaconsfield Neighbourhood Centre 8 O'Neil Rd, Beaconsfield, Vic, Australia

This friendly and fun-loving 60s plus women's group meet weekly for activities, games, a good chat and afternoon tea. Term 1 starts Monday 29th January 1.00pm-3.00pm for 8 weeks. (Please note there will be no session on Monday 11th March- Labour Day) Term 2 starts Monday 15th April 1.00pm-3.00pm for 10 weeks. (Please note there will be no session on Monday 10th June- King's Birthday) Term 3 starts Monday 15th July 1.00pm-3.00pm for 10 weeks. Term 4 starts Monday 7th October 1.00pm-3.00pm for 10 weeks. Cost $4 per session.  

$4

Event Series BNC Walking Group

BNC Walking Group

Beaconsfield Neighbourhood Centre 8 O'Neil Rd, Beaconsfield, Vic, Australia

Would 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 2nd February 10.00am for 8 weeks. Term 2- Starts Friday 19th April 10.00am for 11 weeks. Term 3- Starts Friday 19th July 10.00am for 10 weeks. Term 4- Starts Friday 11th October 10.00am for 10 weeks.

FREE

Be My Galentine

Beaconsfield Neighbourhood Centre 8 O'Neil Rd, Beaconsfield, Vic, Australia

Celebrating friendship and sisterhood with a St Valentine inspired design. Thursday 8th February 7.00pm-9.00pm. Cost $75 with all materials included.

$75
Event Series Men’s Group- Invitation to men over 50

Men’s Group- Invitation to men over 50

Beaconsfield Neighbourhood Centre 8 O'Neil Rd, Beaconsfield, Vic, Australia

Meet, talk and enjoy the company of others in this informative and private session discussing issues that can arise as you near or enter retirement. Term 1- Monday 19th February and Monday 18th March 9.30am-12 noon. Term 2- Monday 15th April, Monday 20th May and Monday 17th June 9.30am-12 noon. Term 3- Monday 15th July, Monday 19th August and Monday 16th September 9.30am-12 noon. Term 4- Monday 21st October and Monday 18th November (December session to be confirmed)  9.30am-12 noon. First session is free then $5 per session thereafter.

$5

Ceramic Pot Arrangement

Beaconsfield Neighbourhood Centre 8 O'Neil Rd, Beaconsfield, Vic, Australia

Coffee table arrangement in a classy, ceramic pot with calming, neutral shades. Thursday 22nd February 7.00pm-9.00pm. Cost $75 with all materials included.

$75

Event Series Painting with Watercolours

Painting with Watercolours

Beaconsfield Neighbourhood Centre 8 O'Neil Rd, Beaconsfield, Vic, Australia

Looking to dip your toes into the world of watercolour painting? Join our beginners class where you will learn the fundamentals of watercolour painting techniques, colour mixing and brushwork. A materials list will be provided on booking. Term 1- Starts Monday 12th February 10.00am-11.00am for 4 weeks. Cost $50.

$50

Elegant Hatbox Design

Beaconsfield Neighbourhood Centre 8 O'Neil Rd, Beaconsfield, Vic, Australia

A delightful design filled with seasonal blooms and presented in a beautiful hatbox. Thursday 7th March 7.00pm-9.00pm. Cost $75 with all materials included.

$75

BNC Wine Club with a twist!

Beaconsfield Neighbourhood Centre 8 O'Neil Rd, Beaconsfield, Vic, Australia

Let’s twist again into this long Labour Day weekend! Come dressed in your 1950’s gear and join us for a fun night. You’ll start with a cocktail on arrival, followed by tastings of 2 red wines, 2 white and a sparkling. Finish up with a dessert cocktail and enjoy canapes and finger food all night long. Friday 8th March 7.00pm start. Cost $40 per person with all drinks and food included. For designated drivers and non-drinkers just wanting to socialise enjoying soft drinks and nibbles, a reduced price of $15 per person will apply. Bookings essential by Friday 1st March for catering purposes.  

$40
Event Series Resilience- Break or Bounce.

Resilience- Break or Bounce.

Beaconsfield Neighbourhood Centre 8 O'Neil Rd, Beaconsfield, Vic, Australia

A discovery path for you by Life Coach Geoff Edwards. How resilient are you? Put aside an hour in your week to focus on you, understand how you face adversity and come back stronger than ever. Starts Tuesday 20th February 7.00pm-8.00pm for 5 weeks. Cost $75.

$75

Easter Bunny

Beaconsfield Neighbourhood Centre 8 O'Neil Rd, Beaconsfield, Vic, Australia

Pastel blooms in pretty hessian bags with a seasonal twist for Easter. Thursday 21st March 7.00pm-9.00pm. Cost $75 with all materials included.

$75
Event Series Digital Essentials Level 2

Digital Essentials Level 2

Beaconsfield Neighbourhood Centre 8 O'Neil Rd, Beaconsfield, Vic, Australia

This course is for those wanting to build their computer skills the following areas:   Email skills Creating in Word and Powerpoint Finding information online Being social Managing information Connecting to devices Being safe and secure.  Starts Monday 5th February 9.30am-12 noon for 7 weeks. Cost $50 including course notes. Please note there will be no session on Monday 11th March- Labour Day. 

$50
Event Series Beginners iPad

Beginners iPad

Beaconsfield Neighbourhood Centre 8 O'Neil Rd, Beaconsfield, Vic, Australia

Designed to improve your confidence in using technology with your own iPad in a supportive classroom environment.  You will gain confidence in using everyday technology including:  Using your iPad  Starting Apps  Working with Apps  Navigating the internet  Using email  Changing settings on your iPad  Setting up Security and Privacy on your iPad.  Starts Tuesday 6th February 9.00am-12 noon for 8 weeks. Cost $50 including course notes. 

$50
Event Series Beginners Ballroom Dancing

Beginners Ballroom Dancing

Beaconsfield Neighbourhood Centre 8 O'Neil Rd, Beaconsfield, Vic, Australia

If you can say  “Oh I’ve never done that”  -  now is your chance! Start the New Year with the joy of dance.  Enjoy some easy New Vogue, Ballroom and Latin moves to a variety of  rhythms, such as Waltz, Quickstep, Rumba, Jive, and Cha Cha Cha!  Release that stress, and improve your mental and physical health.  At the same time, meet some new friends!  Everyone welcome!  No previous experience necessary. Term 1- Starts Thursday 8th February 7.30pm-8.30pm for 8 weeks. Cost $112.