BLacktown City Council - Libraries Media Diary - March 2017

MEDIA RELEASE

MEDIA DIARY

March 2017

Media Enquiries:

Alan Gale – (02) 9839 6409            alan.gale@blacktown.nsw.gov.au
Angela Ranke – (02) 9839 6564     angela.ranke@blacktown.nsw.gov.au

March – December

Blacktown: Join the book club

Want to be part of a book club? Or already a member of a book club and would like to access the libraries book kits, then contact Shayne to register your book club.

Call Shayne on 9839 6687 for further information or email Shayne.Bray@blacktown.nsw.gov.au

Max Webber Library, Cnr Flushcombe Rd & Alpha St, Blacktown
Our Library @ The Mount Druitt Hub, Ayres Gr, Mount Druitt

Dennis Johnson Library, cnr Stanhope Pkwy & Sentry Dr, Stanhope Gardens

Lalor Park Library, cnr Freeman St & Northcott Rd, Lalor Park

Riverstone Library & Digital Hub, 1st Floor Riverstone Village, cnr Market St & Riverstone Pde, Riverstone

March – December

Blacktown: Play Chess at Max Webber Library

Library members aged 12+ can borrow a library chess set for 90 minutes and play with friends within the library. Limited sets are available. Use your library card at the service desk on the ground floor to borrow a chess set.

Max Webber Library, Cnr Flushcombe Rd & Alpha St, Blacktown

March – December

Baby Rhyme Time at Blacktown City Libraries

Develop your baby’s language skills for FREE with the Baby Rhyme Time Program. Have fun singing, clapping and dancing with other parents and babies. Weekly sessions are available for parents and babies (0-2 years) during the school term.

For more information visit www.libraries.blacktown.nsw.gov.au/Whats_On/Events/Childrens_Activities_and_Events

Session times as below:

Max Webber Library, Blacktown

Monday, 10.00 am – 10.30 am & 11.00 am – 11.30 am

Tuesday, 10.00 am – 10.30 am & 11.00 am – 11.30 am

Wednesday, 10.00 am – 10.30 am & 11.00 am – 11.30 am

Max Webber Library, cnr Flushcombe Rd & Alpha St, Blacktown

Our Library @ The Mount Druitt Hub

Tuesday 10.30 am – 11.00 am

Thursday 10.30 am – 11.00 am

Our Library @ The Mount Druitt Hub, Ayres Gr, Mount Druitt

Dennis Johnson Library, Stanhope Gardens

Tuesday, 10.30 am -11.00 am & 11.15 am – 11.45 am

Thursday, 10.30 am -11.00 am & 11.15 am – 11.45 am

Dennis Johnson Library, cnr Stanhope Pkwy & Sentry Dr, Stanhope Gardens

Lalor Park Library

Wednesday, 10.00 am – 10.30 am

Friday, 10.00 am – 10.30 am

Saturday, 10.00 am – 10.30 am

Lalor Park Library, cnr Freeman St & Northcott Rd, Lalor Park

Riverstone Library & Digital Hub

Tuesday 10.30 am – 11.00 am

Riverstone Library & Digital Hub, 1st Floor Riverstone Village, cnr Market St & Riverstone Pde, Riverstone

March – December

Storytime at Blacktown City Libraries

Come and join in the storytime fun, with stories, rhymes and craft activities.

These sessions are free and suitable for children aged from 3 years to 5 years.

For more information visit www.libraries.blacktown.nsw.gov.au/Whats_On/Events/Childrens_Activities_and_Events 

Times and locations are listed below:

Max Webber Library, Blacktown

Thursday 10.00 am – 11.00 am

Thursday 11.30 am – 12.30 pm

Max Webber Library, Cnr. Flushcombe Rd and Alpha St, Blacktown

Our Library @ The Hub Mount Druitt

Monday 10.30 am – 11.30 am

Our Library @ The Mount Druitt Hub, Ayres Gr Mount Druitt

Dennis Johnson Library, Stanhope Gardens

Wednesday 10.30 am – 11.30 am

Friday 10.30 am – 11.30 am

Collect a free voucher from 10.00 am to attend.

Dennis Johnson Library, Cnr. Stanhope Pkwy and Sentry Dr, Stanhope Gardens

Lalor Park Library

Wednesday 10.30 am – 11.30 am

Lalor Park Library, Cnr. Freeman St and Northcott Rd, Lalor Park

Riverstone Library & Digital Hub

Wednesday 10.30 am – 11.30 am

Riverstone Library & Digital Hub, 1st Floor Riverstone Village, cnr Market St & Riverstone Pde, Riverstone

March – December

Multicultural Storytime at Blacktown City Libraries

Multicultural Storytime is a FREE, fun filled hour for pre-schoolers, their parents and carers. There will be stories and songs from different countries and interesting craft activities.

Sessions continue throughout the school term.

For more information, phone Blacktown City Libraries on 9839 6677 or visit www.libraries.blacktown.nsw,gov.au/Whats_On/Events/Childrens_Activities_and_Events

Max Webber Library, Blacktown.

Fridays 10.00 am -11.00 am & 11.30 am – 12.30 pm

Max Webber Library, cnr. Flushcombe Rd & Alpha St, Blacktown

Our Library @ The Mount Druitt Hub

Wednesdays 10.30 am – 11.30 am

Our Library @ The Mount Druitt Hub, Ayres Gr, Mount Druitt

Dennis Johnson Library

Fourth Wednesday of the month 10.30 am – 11.30 am

Dennis Johnson Library, cnr Stanhope Pkwy & Sentry Dr, Stanhope Gardens

Lalor Park Library

Third Wednesday of the month 10.30 am – 11.30 am

Lalor Park Library, cnr Freeman St & Northcott Rd, Lalor Park

Riverstone Library & Digital Hub

Second Wednesday of the month 10.30 am – 11.00 am

Riverstone Library & Digital Hub, 1st Floor Riverstone Village, cnr Market St & Riverstone Pde, Riverstone

Wednesday, 1 March – Wednesday, 5 April

Mount Druitt: Slam poetry workshops
4.00 pm – 5.00 pm

Are you interested in honing your writing and performance skill in slam poetry? Come to the FREE slam poetry workshops! The first Wednesday of each month will be held at Our Library @ The Mount Druitt Hub, and every other Wednesday will be at The Street University, Mount Druitt. Open to all levels of poets and writers, aged 16-24. No bookings required. Our Library @ The Mount Druitt Hub, Ayres Gr, Mount Druitt

Wednesday, 1 March – Wednesday, 5 April
Stanhope Gardens: Little Diggers’ Book Club
4.00 pm – 4.30 pm For children aged 5-8 years.
Come join us at the Little Diggers’ Book Club, where we dig into exciting book adventures! Enjoy fun stories, theme-related activities and making new friends. Spaces are limited! Bookings essential by contacting the library on 02 9421 2670. Dennis Johnson Library, Cnr Stanhope Pkwy & Sentry Dr, Stanhope Gardens
Wednesday, 1 March – Wednesday, 5 April
Mount Druitt: Coding Club
4.00 pm – 5.00 pm

Create. Code. Tell stories: a Google CS First Program. Create and share your own digital stories! Use the computer to design your stories, create and share your own animations and learn how technology is used in the film and media industry. No previous computer experience is necessary. Open to ages 12-18. 18-24 year olds can register as a Coding Club mentor and learn the basics of coding while helping younger participants.

Bookings essential mtdruittcoding.eventbrite.com.au

Our Library @ The Mount Druitt Hub, Ayres Gr, Mount Druitt

Thursdays, March – December
Blacktown: Knitting Group
1.00 pm
Novice and experienced knitters are invited to knit squares for the organisation Wrap With Love. Bring along your knitting needles and wool to help Wrap With Love distribute colourful wraps to communities in need around the world. Group meets every Thursday in the Lounge Area on Ground Floor. For more information call 02 9839 6648. Max Webber Library, cnr Flushcombe Rd & Alpha St, Blacktown


Thursdays, March - December
Blacktown: UFO (UnFinished Objects) Club
6.00 pm – 7.00 pm

Come and join the UFO (UnFinished Objects) Club. Have you got a stash of unfinished craft objects hiding around the house? Come along and get motivated to finish them off.

For more information contact Luke on 9839 6687 or by email: luke.brown@blacktown.nsw.gov.au

Max Webber Library, cnr Flushcombe Rd & Alpha St, Blacktown

Thursday, 2 March

Blacktown: Summer Reading Program Presentation Evening

6.00 pm – 7:30 pm

Children who participated in the Summer Reading Program are invited to attend this presentation evening along with their guests. Certificates of participation will be awarded and prizes of books packs for the family will be drawn during the evening.

For more information phone 9839 6609. To book srp2017presentationeveningblacktown.eventbrite.com.au

Bowman Hall, Civic Centre, Campbell Street, Blacktown

Friday, 3 March
Blacktown: Tech Savvy Seniors Cantonese – Introduction to Computers
10.00 am – 12.00 pm Free technology training sessions for seniors. The training will be delivered in Cantonese and in presented in partnership with Telstra. Bookings are essential techsavvy2017cantonese.eventbrite.com.au For more information call 9839 6620 Max Webber Library, cnr Flushcombe Rd & Alpha St, Blacktown

Fridays, March - December

Blacktown: Tai Chi for Arthritis

2.00 pm – 3.00 pm

Tai Chi is back for 2017! Increase muscle strength and flexibility, learn to support and protect your joints, improve your posture and reduce the pain and stiffness associated with arthritis. Tai Chi is all about improving your physical and mental balance. If you have never tried Tai Chi, this program is the perfect introduction! Runs every Friday, beginning March 3. Instructor: Winnie Tan. For more information contact Suzanne on 9839 6648 or by email Suzanne.ebzery@blacktown.nsw.gov.au.

Max Webber Library, children’s area, cnr Flushcombe Rd & Alpha St, Blacktown

Sunday, March 5
Blacktown: All About Women Satellite Event
10.30 am – 1.15 pm All About Women returns to the Sydney Opera House on 5 March as a prelude to International Women’s Day on 8 March. In its fifth year, All About Women is one of Sydney Opera House’s flagship festivals. It’s a full day of talks and discussions about ideas that matter and provides an important platform for women’s voices. In partnership with Sydney Opera House, Blacktown City Libraries brings you a live stream of two of the festival's key talks. Bookings required aaw2017.eventbrite.com.au Max Webber Library, children’s area, cnr Flushcombe Rd & Alpha St, Blacktown

Monday, 6 March – Thursday, 30 March
Blacktown: English Conversation Classes Term 1 – Post Beginner & Intermediate
10.00 am – 12.00 pm English Conversation Classes are for those with simple reading and speaking skills who want to improve confidence when speaking English. They will learn some Australian English. Bookings are essential. Bookings close Tuesday, 31 January. For application forms and bookings, visit the Reference Desk at Max Webber Library. For more information call Joelmon Zungar on 02 9839 6611. Max Webber Library, cnr Flushcombe Rd & Alpha St, Blacktown

Mondays, March – December Lalor Park: Volunteer Computer Tutoring
10.30 am – 11.30 am and 11.30 am – 12.30 pm One on one computer tutoring for beginners. These sessions are run by library volunteers in partnership with Blacktown City Libraries.
Bookings essential. For more information or to book, call 9624 5243. Lalor Park Library, Cnr. Freeman St and Northcott Rd, Lalor Park

Tuesday, 7 March – Tuesday, 28 March
Blacktown: Computer Club
4.00 pm – 5.30 pm

Join our new Computer Club and make new friends while you learn! Computer Club is a weekly informal meet-up for beginner level computer users. Bring along your own device or try our one of ours. It’s an opportunity to learn and share, ask questions and make new friends. Open to ages 18+
Register your interest at ccfeb.eventbrite.com.au Max Webber Library, cnr Flushcombe Rd & Alpha St, Blacktown

Thursday, 9 March
Riverstone: Basics – Cybersafety
2.00 pm – 3.30 pm

Develop the habits that help keep you safe from identity theft and online scams. All you need are basic computer and mouse skills. Bookings are essential: cybersafetyriv2017.eventbrite.com.au or call 9627-3823 Riverstone Library & Digital Hub, 1st Floor Riverstone Village, cnr Market St & Riverstone Pde, Riverstone

Thursday, 9 March
Blacktown: So You Want To Be An Author?
6.00 pm – 7.30 pm What are the real costs of making a book? What can go wrong? What does a writer need to know? These questions are just some that will be addressed in this interactive workshop, as Lisa shares with you the best-kept secrets of the publishing industry today. Lisa Hanrahan has worked in the book publishing industry for over twenty five years, including ten years at Random House producing numerous critically acclaimed books to running her own successful boutique independent publishing companies. Bookings required wanttobeanauthor.eventbrite.com.au For more information call 9839 6637 Max Webber Library, cnr Flushcombe Rd & Alpha St, Blacktown

Friday, 10 March 2017
Union Picnic Day All libraries except Max Webber Library, Blacktown will be closed on Friday, 10 March 2017 for Union Picnic Day. Max Webber Library will be open from 9.30 am – 5.00 pm For more information, phone Blacktown City Libraries on 9839 6677 Max Webber Library, Cnr Flushcombe Rd & Alpha St, Blacktown
Our Library @ The Mount Druitt Hub, Ayres Gr, Mount Druitt

Dennis Johnson Library, cnr Stanhope Pkwy & Sentry Dr, Stanhope Gardens

Lalor Park Library, cnr Freeman St & Northcott Rd, Lalor Park

Riverstone Library & Digital Hub, 1st Floor Riverstone Village, cnr Market St & Riverstone Pde, Riverstone

Friday, 10 March
Blacktown: Tech Savvy Seniors Cantonese – Introduction to the internet Part 1
10.00 am – 12.00 pm Free technology training sessions for seniors. The training will be delivered in Cantonese and in presented in partnership with Telstra. Bookings are essential techsavvy2017cantonese.eventbrite.com.au For more information call 9839 6620 Max Webber Library, cnr Flushcombe Rd & Alpha St, Blacktown

Saturday, 11 March

Stanhope Gardens: Stanhope Scribes – Writing Group

2.00 pm – 3.30 pm

Looking for a writing group? Come and join the Stanhope Scribes. Develop your skills, share your work and meet new friends. An informal and supportive writers group for adults, meeting monthly at Dennis Johnson Library, Stanhope Gardens.

For more info contact Richard at Dennis Johnson Library on 9421 2670 or Richard.james@blacktown.nsw.gov.au

Dennis Johnson Library, Cnr Stanhope Pkwy & Sentry Dr, Stanhope Gardens

Friday, 17 March 2017
Blacktown: Tech Savvy Seniors Cantonese – Introduction to the internet Part 2
10.00 am – 12.00 pm Free technology training sessions for seniors. The training will be delivered in Cantonese and presented in partnership with Telstra. Bookings are essential techsavvy2017cantonese.eventbrite.com.au For more information call 9839 6620 Max Webber Library, cnr Flushcombe Rd & Alpha St, Blacktown

Saturday, 18 March
Blacktown: Big Screen Movie
2.00 pm Movie: Mr Turner, Rated M – Mature themes and sex scenes The British landscape painter JMW Turner, also known as the ‘painter of light’ is remembered as a difficult man who was both revered and reviled by the public and the Arts establishment of the day. This free event is for library members. No booking necessary. Please arrive 10 minutes early for a 2.00 pm start and bring your library card to the screening. For more information call 9839 6620. Max Webber Library Function Centre, Level 1, cnr Flushcombe Rd & Alpha St, Blacktown

Tuesday, 20 March
Mount Druitt: Girls Only Program
4.00 pm – 5.30 pm Come chill, chat and create. Each month you will work on take home art projects such as designing your own tee, jewellery making and many more.
This is a free event. Bookings are essential – girlsonlyprogram.eventbrite.com.au For more info contact Amy at Our Library @ The Mount Druitt Hub on 8886 2000 or amy.roache@blacktown.nsw.gov.au. Our Library @ The Mount Druitt Hub, Ayres Gr, Mount Druitt


Thursday, 23 March
Blacktown: Basics – The Internet
2.30 pm – 4.00 pm Learn how to use the internet to search for information, to share information and to connect with others. All you need are basic computer and mouse skills. Own device optional. Bookings are essential: internetbtn2017.eventbrite.com.au or call 9839 6620 Max Webber Library, cnr Flushcombe Rd & Alpha St, Blacktown

Friday, 24 March
Blacktown: Tech Savvy Seniors Cantonese – Introduction to email
10.00 am – 12.00 pm Free technology training sessions for seniors. The training will be delivered in Cantonese and in presented in partnership with Telstra. Bookings are essential techsavvy2017cantonese.eventbrite.com.au For more information call 9839 6620 Max Webber Library, cnr Flushcombe Rd & Alpha St, Blacktown

Mondays, 27 March – December
Lalor Park: Knitting Group
10.30 am Novice and experienced knitters are invited to knit squares for the organisation Wrap With Love. Bring along your knitting needles and wool to help Wrap With Love distributes colourful wraps to communities in need around the world. Tea, coffee and good company provided. This group meets every Monday. For more information call 9624 5243. Lalor Park Library, cnr Freeman St & Northcott Rd, Lalor Park

Tuesday, 28 March
Blacktown: Genealogy Appointment
10.00 am – 11.00 am Do you need help with your family research? Our volunteer can provide one on one help in getting started in genealogy or in resolving a research roadblock. Bookings essential http://www.libraries.blacktown.nsw.gov.au/Library_Services/Library_Services/Family_History/Genealogy_Appointments or contact Jan Herivel on 9839 6622 jan.herivel@blacktown.nsw.gov.au

Thursday, 30 March
Mount Druitt: Basics – Microsoft Word
2:00 pm – 3:30 pm Learn about the basic functions and features of Microsoft Word. All you need are basic computer and mouse skills. Bookings are essential: wordmtd2017.eventbrite.com.au or call 8886-2000 Our Library @ The Mount Druitt Hub, Ayres Gr, Mount Druitt

Online Requuest To NSW Pemier Asking For 100% Air-Conditioned Buses Within NSW Bus Region 1

Today, I have published an online  message, directly to  the NSW Premier for requesting 100% air-conditioned  fleet of buses to and from Mount Druitt, within  NSW Bus Region 1. Here is the online request:

Good Morning Gladys Berejiklian
NSW Premier,

Congratulations on your to NSW Premier.

In Mount Druitt, you know myself as a former public transport and recently as a community advocate with both my website and Face Book  Group of 'whyilovemountdruitt'. We, at times are neglected  in the past because of our  negative history that has been presented of our area. In fact our area is changing with  growth population and we have  a majority of our  young and medium-aged community working hard to have family and make our community a stronger and educated community.

At present, we have faced situations where both  bus and  train commuters and bus drivers are  under conditions that you wouldn't hear of our current day of age. We understand that after 25 years of releasing air-conditioned buses into our NSW Bus Region 1, we have still got  many buses running around the area providing discomfort  to both commuters and drivers (which could cause accidents). We as a community cannot wait until 2022, for the completion of air-conditioned buses as our climate changes and we reach more heated Summer periods.

I also understand the same situation maybe in other NSW Bus Regions or worse.

Personally, if you were to travel on an unair-conditioned bus, you would not feel that is just to pay the full Opal fare and increases we have just accepted.

On behalf of our community, I ask that you and the NSW Government provide a quick remedy to this situation and supply 100% air-conditioned buses in  sooner time than 2022. We actually need them now.

The community is banding together behind this issue and would like to see a quick resolution to this matter. You only need to read comments on  local Face Book groups and local Newspapers to understand.

I thank you for taking time, to read this message and request and would be quite happy to meet/discuss this issue in the future, should you desire to do so.

Published 28th February, 2017  online to NSW Premier

Blacktown City Seniors Festival Diary March 2017

MEDIA RELEASE

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
24 February, 2017

March Blacktown Seniors Festival
Media Diary

Friday 3 March

Young at Heart – Free

8:40am

This 45 minute land based exercise class includes a gentle warm up, cardiovascular exercise and light resistance training.

No bookings required. Must present seniors card at reception.

For more information call 9622 2279.

Blacktown Aquatic Centre, 4 Boyd Street, Blacktown

Friday 3 March

Aqua Aerobics – Free

9:30am

Aqua Aerobics is a fantastic, simple to follow program which is a low impact, total body workout. Class includes toning with the aqua dumbbells and noodles. Suitable for everyone!

No bookings required. Must present seniors card at reception.

For more information call the Centre on 8822 6000.

Emerton Leisure Centre, 35 Jersey Road, Emerton

Friday 3 March

Age Well, Stay Connected

9.30am to 1.30pm

Connect with local support services through information stalls and activities.  Find out first-hand how they can support you to live active and healthy lives with improved physical and mental wellbeing.  Enjoy morning tea and performance by Simply Voices Seniors Choir. 

Bookings are essential

For more information visit https://agewellstayconnected.eventbrite.com.au or call 9839 6287

Venue: Blacktown Senior Citizens Centre, Gribble Place, Blacktown

Friday 3 March

Aqua Combo – Free

9:30am

A combination of shallow and deep water moves.

No bookings required. Must present seniors card at reception.

For more information call the Centre on 9622 2279.

Blacktown Aquatic Centre, 4 Boyd Street, Blacktown

Friday 3 March

Your Wellbeing, Your Plan Information Session

10.00am to 11am and 11.30am to 12.30pm

We all wish to age well. A big part of this is considering our wellbeing. This interactive information session facilitated by the Council of the Ageing (COTA) peer educators explore the possibilities/advantages of staying well as you age, your options for increasing wellbeing, getting community and aged care services on board to assist you and how this can improve local and community services for everyone.

Hosted by Blacktown City Council, Blacktown Country Women’s Association and the Council of the Ageing. 

Places are limited and bookings are essential

For more information visit https://yourwellbeing2.eventbrite.com.au or call 9839 6287

Blacktown Country Women’s Association, Gribble Place, Blacktown

Friday 3 March

Blacktown Workers’ Club Seniors Festival Concert

10.30am to 12.30pm

Make new friends and discover what ‘social days’ are like at Blacktown Meals on Wheels. See for yourself we offer more than just a meal!  Be quick to book your spot for this free community lunch. 

Hosted by Blacktown City Council and Blacktown Meals on Wheels.

Places are limited and bookings are essential

For more information visit https://seniorsfestivalcommunitylunch.eventbrite.com.au or call 9839 6287

Blacktown Meals on Wheels, Gribble Place, Blacktown 

Friday 3 March

Seniors Festival Community Lunch

12.00pm to 2.00pm

Council and the Blacktown Workers Club continue their long association by hosting a Seniors Festival concert on Friday 3 March. This gives seniors the opportunity to get along to watch some great entertainment in the comfort of one of Blacktown’s great licensed premises and of course the opportunity to meet friends in a convivial social gathering.

Blacktown Workers Club, Campbell Street, Blacktown 

Friday 3 March

Pool Entry – Free

Come on down to the Centre and enjoy a leisurely swim or do a few laps.

Must present seniors card at reception.

For more information call the Centre on 9625 6360

Mount Druitt Swimming Centre, Mount Street, Mount Druitt

Friday 3 March

Pool Entry – Free

Come on down to the Centre and enjoy a leisurely swim or do a few laps.

Must present seniors card at reception.

For more information call the Centre on 9627 1496

Riverstone Swimming Centre, Corner of Market Street & Garfield Road, Riverstone

Friday 3 March

AFL games and kids clinic – Free

To celebrate Senior’s week, the AFL would like to offer you the opportunity to watch both the GWS GIANTS Women’s and Men’s teams play at Blacktown International Sportspark! There’s also the opportunity to register your grandchildren in an exclusive AFL clinic to be held between games. Game information as follows:

5:05pm - GWS GIANTS v Fremantle – AFLW

7pm - AFL Kids Clinic

7:45pm - GWS GIANTS v Sydney Swans

Limited number of complimentary tickets available for seniors, as well as limited spots available for the kids clinic.

For further information or to secure your place call 8867 7400 or email catherine.rogan@afl.com.au

Blacktown International Sportspark Sydney, Eastern Road, Rooty Hill

Saturday 4 March

10.30am to 3.00pm

Band of All Ages: Performance Workshop 1

Band of All Ages is an intergenerational and cross cultural project lead by Linda Marr that engages singers, dancers and musicians of all ages.  Bring your instruments, musical skills, existing compositions and understanding of musical genres to the collaborative space to explore and share your expertise.

Bookings essential

For more information visit https://blacktownartscentre.eventbrite.com.au or call 9839 6287 / 9839 6558.

Blacktown Arts Centre, 78 Flushcombe Road, Blacktown

Monday 6 March

Young at Heart – Free

8:40am

This 45 minute land based exercise class includes a gentle warm up, cardiovascular exercise and light resistance training.

No bookings required. Must present seniors card at reception.

For more information call 9622 2279.

Blacktown Aquatic Centre, 4 Boyd Street, Blacktown

Monday 6 March

Aqua Aerobics – Free

9:30am

Aqua Aerobics is a fantastic, simple to follow program which is a low impact, total body workout. Class includes toning with the aqua dumbbells and noodles. Suitable for everyone!

No bookings required. Must present seniors card at reception.

For more information call the Centre on 8822 6000.

Emerton Leisure Centre, 35 Jersey Road, Emerton

Monday 6 March

Aqua Aerobics – Free

9:30am

Aqua Aerobics is a fantastic, simple to follow program which is a low impact, total body workout. Class includes toning with the aqua dumbbells and noodles. Suitable for everyone!

Places are limited and bookings are essential. Must present seniors card at reception.

For more information call the Centre on 9421 2600

Blacktown Leisure Centre, Stanhope, Corner of Stanhope Parkway and Sentry Drive, Stanhope Gardens

 Monday 6 March

‘Grey Gourmets’ cooking class and health presentation – Free

11am

Learn how to cook meals which are easy, quick and healthy.

Places are limited and bookings are essential. Must present seniors card at reception.

For more information call the Centre on 9421 2600

Blacktown Leisure Centre, Stanhope, Corner of Stanhope Parkway and Sentry Drive, Stanhope Gardens

Monday 6 March

Aqua Deep Water – Free

9:30am

A cardiovascular and resistance workout while suspended in by buoyancy belt in deep water. Reduced impact and jarring on joints. Resistance equipment will be utilized.

Suitable for people who are confident in deep water.

No bookings required. Must present seniors card at reception.

For more information call the Centre on 9622 2279.

Blacktown Aquatic Centre, 4 Boyd Street, Blacktown

Monday 6 March

Aqua Combo – Free

12pm

A combination of shallow and deep water moves.

No bookings required. Must present seniors card at reception.

For more information call the Centre on 9622 2279.

Blacktown Aquatic Centre, 4 Boyd Street, Blacktown

Monday 6 March

Pool Entry – Free

Come on down to the Centre, enjoy a leisurely swim, do a few laps or take part in our Aqua Exercise class at 5:15pm.

Must present seniors card at reception.

For more information call the Centre on 9625 6360

Mount Druitt Swimming Centre, Mount Street, Mount Druitt

Monday 6 March

Pool Entry – Free

Come on down to the Centre and enjoy a leisurely swim or do a few laps.

Must present seniors card at reception.

For more information call the Centre on 9627 1496

Riverstone Swimming Centre, Corner of Market Street & Garfield Road, Riverstone

Tuesday 7 March

Young at Heart – Free

8:40am

This 45 minute land based exercise class includes a gentle warm up, cardiovascular exercise and light resistance training.

No bookings required. Must present seniors card at reception.

For more information call 9622 2279.

Blacktown Aquatic Centre, 4 Boyd Street, Blacktown

Tuesday 7 March

Young at Heart – Free

10:30am

This 45 minute land based exercise class includes a gentle warm up, cardiovascular exercise and light resistance training.

No bookings required. Must present seniors card at reception.

For more information call the centre on 8822 6000.

Emerton Leisure Centre, 35 Jersey Road, Emerton

Tuesday 7 March

Aqua Aerobics – Free

9:30am

Aqua Aerobics is a fantastic, simple to follow program which is a low impact, total body workout. Class includes toning with the aqua dumbbells and noodles. Suitable for everyone!

Places are limited and bookings are essential. Must present seniors card at reception.

For more information call the Centre on 9421 2600

Blacktown Leisure Centre, Stanhope, Corner of Stanhope Parkway and Sentry Drive, Stanhope Gardens

Tuesday 7 March

Young at Heart Aqua - Free

11:30am

This 45 minute low impact water class offers a total body workout which Includes toning with the aqua dumbbells and noodles.

No bookings required. Must present seniors card at reception.

For more information call the centre on 8822 6000.

Emerton Leisure Centre, 35 Jersey Road, Emerton

Tuesday 7 March

Tennis lesson and social play – Free

2pm

Learn to the skill of tennis and get some helpful tips off our staff during the lesson before having a social hit with friends.

Places are limited and registration is required. Must present seniors card at reception.

For more information call the Centre on 9421 2600

Blacktown Leisure Centre, Stanhope, Corner of Stanhope Parkway and Sentry Drive, Stanhope Gardens

Tuesday 7 March

Pool Entry – Free

Come on down to the Centre and enjoy a leisurely swim or do a few laps.

Must present seniors card at reception.

For more information call the Centre on 9625 6360

Mount Druitt Swimming Centre, Mount Street, Mount Druitt

Tuesday 7 March

Pool Entry – Free

Come on down to the Centre, enjoy a leisurely swim, do a few laps or take part in our Aqua Exercise class at 5:15pm.

Must present seniors card at reception.

For more information call the Centre on 9627 1496

Riverstone Swimming Centre, Corner of Market Street & Garfield Road, Riverstone

Wednesday 8 March

Young at Heart – Free

8:40am

This 45 minute land based exercise class includes a gentle warm up, cardiovascular exercise and light resistance training.

No bookings required. Must present seniors card at reception.

For more information call 9622 2279.

Blacktown Aquatic Centre, 4 Boyd Street, Blacktown

Wednesday 8 March

Aqua Aerobics – Free

9:30am

Aqua Aerobics is a fantastic, simple to follow program which is a low impact, total body workout. Class includes toning with the aqua dumbbells and noodles. Suitable for everyone!

Places are limited and bookings are essential. Must present seniors card at reception.

For more information call the Centre on 9421 2600

Blacktown Leisure Centre, Stanhope, Corner of Stanhope Parkway and Sentry Drive, Stanhope Gardens

Wednesday 8 March

Aqua Combo – Free

9:30am

A combination of shallow and deep water moves.

No bookings required. Must present seniors card at reception.

For more information call the Centre on 9622 2279.

Blacktown Aquatic Centre, 4 Boyd Street, Blacktown

Wednesday 8 March

Classic  movie screening with tea and cake – Free

12pm

Sit back, relax and enjoy a movie followed by some tea and cake.

Places are limited and bookings are essential. Must present seniors card at reception.

For more information call the Centre on 9421 2600

Blacktown Leisure Centre, Stanhope, Corner of Stanhope Parkway and Sentry Drive, Stanhope Gardens

Wednesday 8 March

Pool Entry – Free

Come on down to the Centre, enjoy a leisurely swim , do a few laps or take part in our Aqua Exercise class at 5:15pm.

Must present seniors card at reception.

For more information call the Centre on 9625 6360

Mount Druitt Swimming Centre, Mount Street, Mount Druitt

Wednesday 8 March

Pool Entry – Free

Come on down to the Centre and enjoy a leisurely swim or do a few laps.

Must present seniors card at reception.

For more information call the Centre on 9627 1496

Riverstone Swimming Centre, Corner of Market Street & Garfield Road, Riverstone

Thursday 9 March

Young at Heart – Free

8:40am

This 45 minute land based exercise class includes a gentle warm up, cardiovascular exercise and light resistance training.

No bookings required. Must present seniors card at reception.

For more information call 9622 2279.

Blacktown Aquatic Centre, 4 Boyd Street, Blacktown

Thursday 9 March

Aqua Aerobics – Free

9:30am

Aqua Aerobics is a fantastic, simple to follow program which is a low impact, total body workout. Class includes toning with the aqua dumbbells and noodles. Suitable for everyone!

Places are limited and bookings are essential. Must present seniors card at reception.

For more information call the Centre on 9421 2600

Blacktown Leisure Centre, Stanhope, Corner of Stanhope Parkway and Sentry Drive, Stanhope Gardens

Thursday 9 March

Tennis lesson and social play – Free

9am

Learn to the skill of tennis and get some helpful tips off our staff during the lesson before having a social hit with friends.

Places are limited and registration is required. Must present seniors card at reception.

For more information call the Centre on 9421 2600

Blacktown Leisure Centre, Stanhope, Corner of Stanhope Parkway and Sentry Drive, Stanhope Gardens

Thursday 9 March

Pool Entry – Free

Come on down to the Centre and enjoy a leisurely swim or do a few laps.

Must present seniors card at reception.

For more information call the Centre on 9625 6360

Mount Druitt Swimming Centre, Mount Street, Mount Druitt

Thursday 9 March

Pool Entry – Free

Come on down to the Centre, enjoy a leisurely swim or take part in our Aqua Exercise class at 5:15pm.

Must present seniors card at reception.

For more information call the Centre on 9627 1496

Riverstone Swimming Centre, Corner of Market Street & Garfield Road, Riverstone

Friday 10 March

Young at Heart – Free

8:40am

This 45 minute land based exercise class includes a gentle warm up, cardiovascular exercise and light resistance training.

No bookings required. Must present seniors card at reception.

For more information call 9622 2279.

Blacktown Aquatic Centre, 4 Boyd Street, Blacktown

Friday 10 March

Aqua Aerobics – Free

9:30am

Aqua Aerobics is a fantastic, simple to follow program which is a low impact, total body workout. Class includes toning with the aqua dumbbells and noodles. Suitable for everyone!

No bookings required. Must present seniors card at reception.

For more information call the Centre on 8822 6000.

Emerton Leisure Centre, 35 Jersey Road, Emerton

Friday 10 March

Young at Heart Aqua – Free

9:30am

This 45 minute low impact water class offers a total body workout which Includes toning with the aqua dumbbells and noodles.

For more information call the Centre on 9421 2600

Blacktown Leisure Centre, Stanhope, Corner of Stanhope Parkway and Sentry Drive, Stanhope Gardens

Friday 10 March

Aqua Deep – Free

9:30am

An effective all over cardiovascular and resistance body workout while suspended by a buoyancy belt in deep water.

Suitable for people who are confident in deep water.

No bookings required. Must present seniors card at reception.

For more information call the Centre on 9622 2279.

Blacktown Aquatic Centre, 4 Boyd Street, Blacktown

Friday 10 March

Young at Heart  – Free

11:00am

This 45 minute land based exercise class includes a gentle warm up, cardiovascular exercise and light resistance training.

For more information call the Centre on 9421 2600

Blacktown Leisure Centre, Stanhope, Corner of Stanhope Parkway and Sentry Drive, Stanhope Gardens

Friday 10 March

Pool Entry – Free

Come on down to the Centre and enjoy a leisurely swim or do a few laps.

Must present seniors card at reception.

For more information call the Centre on 9625 6360

Mount Druitt Swimming Centre, Mount Street, Mount Druitt

Friday 10 March

Pool Entry – Free

Come on down to the Centre and enjoy a leisurely swim or do a few laps.

Must present seniors card at reception.

For more information call the Centre on 9627 1496

Riverstone Swimming Centre, Corner of Market Street & Garfield Road, Riverstone

Saturday 11 March

10.30am to 2.00pm

Band of All Ages: Performance Workshop 2

Band of All Ages is an intergenerational and cross cultural project lead by Linda Marr that engages singers, dancers and musicians of all ages.  Bring your instruments, musical skills, existing compositions and understanding of musical genres to the collaborative space to explore and share your expertise. This is the second performance workshop.  Participants need to be available to attend both workshops and the show at 3pm on 11 March.

Bookings essential

For more information visit https://blacktownartscentre.eventbrite.com.au or call 9839 6287/ 9839 6558.

Blacktown Arts Centre, 78 Flushcombe Road, Blacktown

Saturday 11 March

3.00pm to 4.00pm

Band of All Ages: The Show

Band of All Ages is an intergenerational and cross cultural show that engages singers, dancers and musicians of all ages.  The performers lead by Linda Marr have collaboratively jammed, danced and sung together during two workshops that have facilitated intergenerational exchange of musical skills and interests.  Come support this showcase of talents that makes a positive value statement about older and younger people in our community.

Bookings essential

For more information visit https://blacktownartscentre.eventbrite.com.au or call 9839 6287/ 9839 6558.

Blacktown Arts Centre, 78 Flushcombe Road, Blacktown

Saturday 11 March

Pool Entry – Free

Come on down to the Centre and enjoy a leisurely swim, do a few laps or take part in our 9:30am Aqua Zumba class.

Must present seniors card at reception.

For more information call the Centre on 9625 6360

Mount Druitt Swimming Centre, Mount Street, Mount Druitt

Saturday 11 March

Pool Entry – Free

Come on down to the Centre and enjoy a leisurely swim or do a few laps.

Must present seniors card at reception.

For more information call the Centre on 9627 1496

Riverstone Swimming Centre, Corner of Market Street & Garfield Road, Riverstone

Sunday 12 March

Seniors Festival Lunch and Concert

12.00pm to 3.00pm

Seniors Festival 2017 concludes with a lunch and concert in the Bowman Hall. Over 400 local seniors come along and enjoy social company, a lovely lunch prepared by the local girl guides and the day wraps up with a great show. This year the show included Australia’s funniest and best ventriloquist Darren Carr and the Paul McGovern Eagles tribute show.

Bowman Hall, Campbell Street, Blacktown 

Sunday 12 March

Pool Entry – Free

Come on down to the Centre and enjoy a leisurely swim or do a few laps.

Must present seniors card at reception.

For more information call the Centre on 9625 6360

Mount Druitt Swimming Centre, Mount Street, Mount Druitt

Sunday 12 March

Pool Entry – Free

Come on down to the Centre and enjoy a leisurely swim or do a few laps.

Must present seniors card at reception.

For more information call the Centre on 9627 1496

Riverstone Swimming Centre, Corner of Market Street & Garfield Road, Riverstone