Maribyrnong Community Centre

🫓Do you live alone and sick of eating the same thing four days in a row? Cooking for one doesn’t have to be boring or wasteful.
Join Scott in this interactive workshop where you will learn to cook healthy, low-waste meals for one.
Likely recipes are: Marry Me Chickpeas, Eggs for One, Rice Paper Pizza, and Single-serve Chocolate Cake.

Date: Thursday, 20 August
Time: 10-11am
Cost: Free

Registrations essential: https://maribyrnong-events.bookable.net.au/ #!/event-detail/ev_bbe6c0669c4c4cdcb92c3db10d16fea3

☕️Chatty Cafe is a global movement promoting connected and social communities. Come along for an informal chat and a cuppa. Who knows who you will meet there, you might find your next best friend. No registration necessary, simply turn up at Maribyrnong Community Centre the second Thursday of every month. See you there!

Next Chatty Cafe: This Thursday, 13 August
Time: 10-11am

Get ready everyone... it's happening THIS weekend!
Join us for our Dying to Know Expo and chat with experts about all things end-of-life planning. It might sound serious, but it will be a fun, informative and life-affirming day.
Free event (bookings preferred).
Book tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/the-west-talks-death-a-dying-to-know-day-expo-tickets-1989771230313

☘️Garden Tools Maintenance

A correctly sharpened and maintained garden tool will not only last longer but will be easier and safer to use. Most garden tools are designed to cut in one way or another, and a sharp edge will greatly reduce crushing and splitting of roots and stems. Therefore, a sharp tool means lower incidence of disease entering the plant through cuts that cannot heal cleanly. Good gardening tool are an investment that can be made to last for many years if properly maintained and even grandad’s old shovel can be restored to use for another generation.

Date: Wednesday, 5 August
Cost:Free

https://maribyrnong-events.bookable.net.au/ #!/event-detail/ev_7de3ca1245c94b798fa4a3c6e7f8edc7

We're hosting an expo – Dying to Know!
Join us for A Fabulous Day Out... with a Difference.
Think end-of-life planning is depressing or boring? Think again! Come for the facts, stay for the fun. Enjoy free entry, expert advice, and a complimentary afternoon tea.
Discover practical information on:
• Dying differently
• Estate and legal planning
• Digital legacies
• And so much more
Saturday 8 August
12.30pm – 4.30pm
Maribyrnong Community Centre
9 Randall Street, Maribyrnong
Book through the link: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/the-west-talks-death-a-dying-to-know-day-expo-tickets-1989771230313

On Monday 27 July the Australian Government will test their new warning system called AusAlert.

You’ll receive a test alert at 2pm AEST if you have a compatible mobile device on this day.

AusAlert is a fast and reliable message system that:
• helps communities be better prepared during local and national emergencies
• helps the Australian Government and Emergency Services keep Australians safer.

Make sure your mobile device has the latest software version today.

To learn more, visit ausalert.gov.au

🌱Spots are filling up fast for our Reusable Produce Bags Workshop this Saturday!

In this workshop, participants will hand-sew two lightweight drawstring bags from cotton fabric- perfect for carrying fruit and vegetables. With just a few simple stitches and a drawstring, you'll take home something you'll use every single week.

All materials provided. No experience needed. Suitable for ages 12+

Proudly part of Plastic Free July Maribyrnong.

Time: 10am - 12pm
Date: Saturday, 18 July
Cost: Free, registrations essential

https://maribyrnong-events.bookable.net.au/ #!/event-detail/ev_363d540e62fe4566936586fc51a2ae09

Elder rights Join us for an information session on the value of advocacy, navigating the aged care system.