NEWSLETTER NOVEMBER DECEMBER & JANUARY 2018

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1 NEWSLETTER NOVEMBER DECEMBER & JANUARY 2018 Balwyn Evergreen Balwyn Evergreen Centre Centre Welcome to our Newsletter for November, December & January As this is our last Newsletter for the year, the staff of Evergreen would like to wish everyone a safe and Happy Christmas and New Year. A huge thank you to all our members for their support and participation throughout Another thank you to our wonderful staff and volunteers for their time and help and fabulous senses of humour. Take care, have a lovely break and we will see you in Page 1 of 20 Balwyn Evergreen Centre 45 Talbot Ave, Balwyn, Victoria, 3103 Ph: (03) Fax: (03) brenda.dennis@balwynevergreen.org.au Website:

2 Evergreen Events Shopping Bus Need help getting back and from the Supermarket? A shopping bus runs on Monday with pickups starting at 9:00am. You will be taken to Balwyn Woolworths before being collected and taken home. The cost is $10.00 and you will need to contact Brenda on to see if you are eligible for this service. Evergreen Podiatry Every Friday we have a Podiatrist available at Balwyn Evergreen Centre. To make a booking please call the office on *Discounted rates for members* There is a $20.00 fee for failure to notify us if you do not turn up for an appointment. Hair Dresser On Wednesdays, we have our wonderful hairdresser, Annette, at Balwyn Evergreen Centre for a competitive price. Call for an appointment. Accompanied Appointments Would you feel more comfortable if you were accompanied to and from your appointment? Evergreen now offers this service with competitive prices, so call Brenda on to place a booking today. This service is eligible for inclusion under a Home Care Package so if you have a package and wish to fund it, please contact Brenda to discuss. Balwyn Evergreen Volunteers Christmas Party On Wednesday the 20th of December, we have a Christmas party for Balwyn Evergreen Volunteers from 12:00 noon till 2:30pm. Call reception on by 15th of December if you are interested. Yearly Subscriptions $35.00 per annum Membership provides cheaper exercise classes on your second visit with the third visit being free (Must all be within the same week). Reduced podiatry, free cards, craft, fashion & fabric, walking group. Page 2 of 20

3 Evergreen Events Understanding Technology Want to know how to use your mobile phone more effectively, understand how to operate your ipad or Tablet? Learn about online banking? Skype with your loved ones? Ebay? Sessions runs on Thursdays & Fridays from 10:30am to 12:00pm. Cost per session - $25.00 Please ring for a booking. VHS to DVD Service Save your precious memories by converting your old VHS tapes into DVDs. In doing so, it ensures protection of your recorded memories from fading or breakage over time. Bring in your tapes so we can begin converting to DVD and onto a USB stick. Community Lunch On Wednesday, there is a community lunch at Evergreen as well as special lunches or BBQ's during the year. There is often a concert in the afternoon followed by afternoon tea. If that doesn't appeal to you, there is also an exercise session followed by morning tea. We also have art groups running in the afternoon as well! Lots to do on Wednesday! For more information, please call Brenda on Christmas Lunch Wednesday 6th December at 12 noon. A Home Cooked Lunch including a glass wine at a cost of $ Please contact Reception on to place a booking. Please enquire at Reception or contact Brenda on A fee applies for this service. Page 3 of 20

4 Active Living Program November January 2018 This program provides a day of interesting and varied activities for the frailer members of our Community. Morning tea and lunch are served. The program runs from 10:30am to 3:00pm at the Evergreen Centre on Thursdays and Fridays. Activities include exercises, music, cognitive and physical games and more. If you are interested in knowing more, please ring Brenda on or brenda.dennis@balwynevergreen.org.au Date Activities for Thursday 2nd November Dance 9th November Remembrance Day Activities (Wartime Games, Poppy Craft, Europe Quiz) 16th November Summer Fun Activities (Water Guns, Pool Noodles) 23rd November Physical Games for Summer (Tennis, Cricket, Soccer) 30th November Minute to Win It Mini Games 7th December Tis the Season / Gingerbread Men Cooking, X-Mas Carols, Guess the X-Mas card on CD, Blindfold Drawing. 14th December Exercises, Pass the Parcel Gift Game, Draw the pompom, Large Dominoes, X- Mas Bingo. 11th January Welcome Back / Summer Holiday Activities (Aussie Holiday Reminisce, Aussie Landmarks). 18th January Summer Games (Cricket, Soccer), Board Games (Dominoes, Jigsaws, Jangle, etc). 25th January Australia Day Date Activities for Friday 3rd November Melbourne Cup (Hat Craft, Horse Race) 10th November Remembrance Day Activities (Wartime Games, Songs, Military Quiz / Song, Crossword) 17th November Group Games / Board Games & Mini Games 24th November Old Time Entertainment (TV Quizzes / Remembrance, Radio Shows) 1st December December is here! Gingerbread Men Cooking, X-Mas Word Search & More. 8th December Exercises, Bagging up & Decorating Gingerbread Men, X-Mas Memory Tray, Card Gift Game, Rock Paper Scissors. 15th December Exercises, Skittles / Indoor Carpet Bowls, X-Mas Hangman, X-Mas Carols, X- Mas Bingo 12th January Welcome Back / Group Games, Physical Games, Mini Games (Pool Noodles, Minute to Win It). 19th January Australia day / Aussie Open Page 4 of 20

5 Companion Animal Volunteer Support (CAVS) Program Companion Animal Volunteer Support (CAVS) Program Assisting People and their pets at Home For many people pets are the most important companion in their lives but illness or frailty can make caring for pets too difficult to manage alone. Companion Animal Volunteer Support (CAVS) helps frail older people and people with disabilities to care for their animal companions at home. Walking the Dog Regular exercise helps keep a dog happy and healthy. If illness, injury or other changes in circumstances prevents an owner from walking their dog, a CAVS volunteer can help. Washing and Grooming a Pet Reduced strength and mobility in older age can make pet care activities like washing and grooming too hard to manage. CAVS volunteers can assist with day-today care of pets such as feeding a cat, cleaning out a bird cage or grooming and washing a dog. Transporting a Pet CAVS volunteers can also help by transporting pets to the vet when necessary. How to Apply for CAVS Assistance If because of frailty or disability, require assistance to continue living independently with your pet, you can apply to the Companion Animal Volunteer Support program for help. To access the service, you must become a Member of Balwyn Evergreen and pay the Annual Membership fee. To apply for CAVS assistance please contact the CAVS Co-ordinator by calling or to brenda.dennis@balwynevergreen.org.au. Page 5 of 20

6 Outings - November 2017 Monday Outing Program November Talbot Avenue Balwyn VIC 3103 Call to make a booking. Date 27 November Early Start 8:45am Transport $17.00 Entry $15.00 Concession $12.00 Outings: Starts 10:00am unless specified The Costume Designer: Edith Bendigo Art Gallery Bendigo Edith Head is considered the most significant costume designer in film history, and today her name is synonymous with Hollywood costume during the twentieth century. The Costume Designer brings together more than seventy costumes designed by Head from the 1930s to the 1960s. Page 6 of 20

7 Tuesday Outings November 2017 Tuesday Outing Program November Talbot Avenue Balwyn VIC 3103 Call to make a booking. Date Outings: Starts 10:00am unless specified 7th November *** NO OUTING *** MELBOURNE CUP HOLIDAY 14th November Senior Menu - $9.90 FyansFord Hotel FyansFord Early Start 9:30am Fyansford is a township on the western edge of Geelong, named after Captain Foster Fyans who came to Geelong as a Police magistrate in November Fyansford is one of the earliest places of settlement in the Geelong region. Fyans established his police camp nearby where the Moorabool could be forded - giving the name Fyan's Ford. There are a number of heritage listed sites in Fyansford including the Barwon Paper Mill Complex, the old Fyansford bridge and the Fyansford Hotel, which was established in st November Senior Menu - $ th November Morning Tea Westmeadows Hotel Westmeadows We ll drive out towards the airport to the leafy suburb of Westmeadows. The original Broadmeadows Village was established here nestling alongside the Moonee Ponds Creek, but is now west of the present suburb of Broadmeadows. The first Broadmeadows township was laid out by a Government survey in 1850 and the first Broadmeadows Post Office opened here on 1 January This was renamed Broadmeadows West in 1955 then Westmeadows in Ardlie Street was its commercial centre with the Westmeadows Tavern (formerly the Broadmeadows Hotel) at its heart. Toolangi Tavern Toolangi Early Start 9:30am Toolangi is a rural township in Victoria, it is situated on the edge of the Toolangi State Forest, just over an hour's drive from Melbourne and only ten minutes from the famous Yarra Valley wine district. The name Toolangi is an Aboriginal word meaning tall trees. The tavern features an open fire in winter, a deck for those warm summer days, and huge windows that look out onto the state forest. We will stop on the way weather permitting for morning. Page 7 of 20

8 Tuesday Outings December 2017 Tuesday Outing Program December Talbot Avenue Balwyn VIC 3103 Call to make a booking. Date 5th December Outings: Starts 10:00am unless specified Beechworth Bakery Healesville A halfway point on the way to Lake Eildon and the gateway to the alpine area. A great day out in the country. 12th December Peninsula Galleries Mornington Peninsula Galleries Red Hill is the Mornington Peninsula's major classic and contemporary fine art gallery. The gallery's unique casual sophistication features the finest works of art in original oil, acrylic, watercolor, contemporary sculpture, ceramics, and exquisite jewelry. Page 8 of 20

9 Tuesday Outings January 2018 Tuesday Outing Program January Talbot Avenue Balwyn VIC 3103 Call to make a booking. Date 9th January Senior Menu: $12 - $16 16th January 23rd January Senior Menu: $12.00 Outings: Starts 10:00am unless specified Seaford Hotel Seaford The Seaford Hotel is a lovely hotel enjoyed by locals and visitors. We also get a drive to the beach. Yarra Valley Deli & Café Wandin North Delight in artisan smallgoods and scrumptious café cuisine at Yarra Valley Deli & Café, a local hotspot found on Warburton Highway in Wandin North. Light and warm inside, visitors slide into black leather booths for a bite to eat with friends, surrounded by charming country touches and colourful aesthetics while the tempting aromas of freshly baked goods waft throughout. Royal Hotel Essendon Essendon The Royal Hotel is a great place to unwind and kick back in a very relaxed and pleasant atmosphere. 30th January Melba s Gift Book & Yarra Ranges Region Museum Lilydale An incredible collection of works from the original Melba Gift Book of Australian Art & Literature. Celebrate the work of some of Australia's most important and well-known artists and authors and discover how they helped our 'Queen of Song' create Melba's Gift Book of Australian Art and Literature. Showcasing original works from this popular book, published in 1915 in aid of the Belgian Relief Fund. Explore the idea of charity, what it meant in wartime and what it means today. Page 9 of 20

10 Thursday Outings November 2017 Thursday Outing Program November Talbot Avenue Balwyn VIC 3103 Call to make a booking. Date 2nd November 9th November 16th November Museum Entry - $ rd November 30th November Outings: Starts 10:00am unless specified Flying Tarts Bakery Kinglake West Nestled in the farmlands of Kinglake West, the staff at the Flying Tarts bakery (known affectionately as the Tarts ) will look after you with their friendly and efficient service, while their Award-Winning Head Pastry Chef, Alvin Charles, will amaze you with his pastries, pies and cakes. 50 Acres Bar & Bistro Cheltenham 50 Acres is a bar and bistro located within the recently renovated Cheltenham Moorabbin RSL. Surrounded by the vast parklands of the Kingston Heath Reserve, it is the perfect environment to enjoy lunch in a warm and friendly atmosphere. Upper Yarra Museum & Upper Yarra RSL Yarra Junction Early Start 9:30am The Museum s greatest treasure is the restored Heritage Station built in 1888 at Lilydale and relocated to Yarra Junction in (circa)1915. The original station rooms have been renamed and house a collection of historical Upper Yarra artefacts. The Ticket Room boasts a collection of donated items and a military display. The adjacent general waiting room contains the indigenous exhibition while the Ladies waiting room is representative of a lady s lifestyle of the 1880 s period. Lunch afterwards is at the Upper Yarra RSL. Rivers Café & Providore Yarrambat Enjoy some shopping at the food store, home and gifts store or the nursery before having a lovely lunch at the Rivers Café whilst you overlook the ducks on the lake from the deck area. Warrantina Lavender Farm Wandin Yallock Warrantina boasts acres of lavender where visitors are invited to stroll along the different rows of species, breathe the fresh country air, and enjoy the display gardens and views of distant hills across the Yarra Ranges. Refreshments and a selection of products are available from the gift store in the Lavender Cottage Tea Rooms. Page 10 of 20

11 Thursday Outings December 2017 Thursday Outing Program December Talbot Avenue Balwyn VIC 3103 Call to make a booking. Date 7th December Outings: Starts 10:00am unless specified Krash & Co Café Sunbury Krash & Co is a fresh and welcome space owned by Sunbury residents Ashley & Nicole. The menu caters to a wide variety of customers. We endeavor to make our food onsite - all our cakes, slices & muffins are all made fresh in store. 14th December Transport: $17.00 Picnic Cost: $15.00 Ticket Cost: $15.00 Arthurs Seat with Balwyn Blokes Dromana The all-weather Eagle carries passengers between the Base Station in Dromana to the summit of Arthurs Seat, passing high over the beautiful State Park. A combination of enclosed and open cabins provides an allweather experience for passengers. Page 11 of 20

12 Thursday Outings January 2018 Thursday Outing Program January Talbot Avenue Balwyn VIC 3103 Call to make a booking. Date 11th January Outings: Starts 10:00am unless specified Macedon Macedon is nestled at the foothills of Macedon Ranges. Serving all day breakfast, lunch and fully licensed. Housemade cakes & slices free of refined sugar, dairy, gluten & vegan friendly. We offer fresh almond cashew milk, cold-pressed juices & smoothies. 18th January PJ Marybrooke Manor Sherbrooke A magnificent National Trust listed reception centre and guest house. 25th January Church & Main Healesville We are renowned for our extensive menu that has options for Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian, Healthy and kids meals. At Church & Main you re guaranteed a great seasonal menu of freshly prepared dishes made with healthy local produce. Page 12 of 20

13 Balwyn Blokes November - January 2018 Thursday Outing Program November - January Talbot Avenue Balwyn VIC 3103 Call to make a booking. Date 2nd November Transport: $17.00 Senior Menu: $ th November Transport: $17.00 Museum Entry: $ th November Transport: $ th December Transport: $17.00 Picnic Cost: $15.00 Ticket Cost: $ th January Transport: $17.00 Senior Menu: $ th January Transport: $17.00 Outings: Starts 10:00am unless specified West Meadows Tavern West Meadows The original Broadmeadows Village was established at this site in 1850, alongside the Moonee Ponds Creek, but is now west of the present suburb of Broadmeadows, hence the name change. Upper Yarra Museum Yarra Junction & Upper Yarra RSL Early Start 9:30am The museum s greatest treasure is the restored Heritage Station built in 1888 with original station rooms housing a collection of historical Upper Yarra artefacts. C Blunt Boat Builders & Morning Star Hotel Williamstown Early Start 9:30am Since 1858, C. Blunt Boat Builder has seen five generations of boat builders building and restoring all manner of craft, from ship repair timberwork to small classic rowing boats. Arthurs Seat Dromana The all-weather Eagle carries passengers between the Base Station in Dromana to the summit of Arthurs Seat, passing high over the beautiful State Park. A combination of enclosed and open cabins provides an all-weather experience for passengers. Seaford Hotel Seaford The Seaford Hotel is located on Frankston-Dandenong Road and is a favourite with locals and visitors alike. Beechworth Bakery Healesville Being a halfway point on the way to Lake Eildon and the gateway to the alpine area. The wonderful staff will take good care of us. Page 13 of 20

14 Price Changes 1st November Dear Balwyn Evergreen Centre Members & Attendees, The cost of operating the many programs offered by Balwyn Evergreen continue to increase. As a Not for Profit entity, we need to ensure that losses incurred do not eat into our accumulated assets and investment funds. All activities provided at Balwyn Evergreen Centre need to as a minimum break even. For this purpose, we have set out below a listing of activity session charges effective from 1st of November We do hope you continue to enjoy the many activities that Brenda and her team present to you each week. Balwyn Evergreen Centre Price Changes for Activities Effective from 1st November 2017 Activity Current Fee Increased Fee Club Lunch $15.00 $15.00 Concert $10.00 $10.00 Lunch & Concert Bundle $22.00 $22.00 Art Class $20.00 $22.00 Podiatry Member $45.00 $50.00 Podiatry Non-Member $60.0 $60.00 Exercise Member $11.00 $11.00 Exercise Non-Member $13.00 $13.00 Transport Local Pick Ups $10.00 $12.00 Transport Outings $15.00 $17.00 Active Living Group $7.60 $8.00 Membership $35.00 $35.00 Exercise: Attending more than one session Monday Friday Currently members pay $8.00 for a second exercise session and receive the third exercise session free of charge. From 1 November 2017, members will pay $8.00 per session for a second and third session attended Monday Friday. There will be no free exercise sessions. This is due to the increased cost of exercise instructors. Page 14 of 20

15 Holiday Opening & Closing Dates Balwyn Evergreen Centre Opening & Closing Dates over the Christmas Holiday The Centre Closes on 20th of December 2017 and reopens on Monday 8th of January 2018 Time Activity Closing Date Opening Date Monday 9:00am Shopping Bus 18th December 8th January :15am Zumba Gold 11th December 8th January :30am Exercise to Music 11th December 8th January :45am Strength and Balance 11th December 8th January :00pm Craft 18th December 8th January 2018 Tuesday 9:30am Men s Exercise Group 12th December 9th January :00am Tuesday Ramblers Bus Trip 12th December 9th January :45am Strength Exercise Class 12th December 9th January :00pm Body Balance Class 12th December 9th January :45pm Strength Exercise Class 12th December 9th January 2018 Wednesday 10:00am Hairdressing 29th November 17th January :15am Strength and Gentle Exercise 13th December 10th January :00pm Evergreen Club 13th December 10th January :00pm Art Therapy 13th December 24th January :00pm Craft Group 13th December 24th January 2018 Thursday 9:30am Men s Exercise 14th December 11th January 2018 Movement to Music 14th December 11th January :00am Thursday Tourist Bus Trip 14th December 11th January 2018 Walking Group 14th December 11th January :30am Balwyn Blokes 14th December 11th January 2018 Active Living Program 14th December 11th January :00am Gentle Exercise 14th December 11th January 2018 Friday 9:00am Podiatry 15th December 12th January :00am Tai Chi for Balance 15th December 12th January :30am Active Living Program 15th December 12th January :00am Gentle Exercise Group 15th December 12th January 2018 Page 15 of 20

16 Senior s Exercises Exercise is an integral part of the programs at Balwyn Evergreen. Each class has a different feel, our instructors support and encourage each participant to achieve and satisfy their needs and goals. Our ability to provide classes where people of all abilities feel comfortable exercising together is unique. After each class, we encourage all to stay and enjoy refreshments together in a social and friendly environment. For more information or to place a booking, please call Movement to Music If you are looking for a more active exercise class then read on! Movement to Music is a fun filled class with lots of action. Classes are held on Thursday from 9:30am to 10:30am. To book, please call No Falls Program This 15-week program is an ideal way to help lower your risk of falling run by a qualified instructor. Cost - $11.00 for Members OR $13.00 for non-members. To book a session, please contact Leonie or Brenda on Page 16 of 20

17 Arts & Crafts Art Workshop The Studio offers an inclusive bright social space for people of all ages and abilities. You can work on your own art or develop new skills in many of the artistic mediums on hand including: drawing, painting, sculpture, photography and others. Materials are provided at an affordable cost. Each session is guided by an Artist with a back-ground in fine arts. Class Times Wednesday: 12:00pm 3:00pm Contact: Brenda Dennis at Arts & Crafts Come and try Arts & Crafts. From Floristry to Sewing. From Tapestry to Decoupage And Everything in Between. Every Wednesday at 1:00 3:00pm Balwyn Evergreen Centre 45 Talbot Ave, Balwyn VIC 3103 Ph: (03) Page 17 of 20

18 Evergreen Wednesday Program - November Date Activities Special Afternoon Events 1st November 8th November 15th November 22th November 29th November Treasures of Life 1:15pm: Concert by Paul Gulinello Treasures of Life 1:15pm: Guest Speaker Beyond Blue 1:15pm: Concert by Gavin Liddell 10:00am 1:00pm: Guest Speaker Sally McNally (Jams and Preserves for Sale) 1:15pm: Video 10:00am 1:00pm: All the Rage (Gifts for Xmas) 1:15pm: Trivia Afternoon Page 18 of 20

19 Evergreen Wednesday Program December & January Date Activities Special Afternoon Events 6th December Treasures of Life 10:00am 12:00pm: Trading Table X-Mas Lunch Home Cooked! 1:15pm: Sister Act 13th December 1st January 10th January 17th January 24th January 31st January Centre Closed due to New Year Holiday. Treasures of Life Last Club Day for 2017 Outing for Members Treasures of Life Eliza s Music Treasures of Life Guest Speaker: Adriana from Human Seeds Animal Sanctuary Pianist - TBA Concert: Cherry Music Entertainment Page 19 of 20

20 Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday 9:00am - 10:00am - 3:00pm 1:00pm Hairdressing Bridge (Every 6 weeks) 9:00am Shopping bus 9:15am Zumba Gold 10:30am Exercise to Music 11.45am Strength & Balance Class 1:00pm Craft/Art 1:00pm Card Games What s Happening November 2017 to January :30am Men s Exercise Group 10:00am Tuesday Ramblers Bus Trip 10:45am Strength Exercise Class 12:00pm Body Balance Class 1:45pm Strength Exercise Class 10:15am Strength & Gentle Exercise Classes 12:00pm Evergreen Club Lunch 12:00pm - 3:00pm Art Lessons Floristry/Craft 1:30pm Evergreen Club Concert/Activity 1:00pm - 3:00pm Cards Group 9:30am Men s Exercise Group Movement to Music 10:00am Thursday Tourists / Walking Group 10:30am Balwyn Blokes (Fortnightly) 10:30am Active Living Program 11:00am Gentle Exercise Group 9:00am - 1:00pm Podiatry 10:00am Tai Chi for Balance 10:30am Active Living Program 11:00am Gentle Exercise Group Cabinet Donations I know many like to rummage through the cabinet for a bargain but we need some more stock! If you have anything to donate, please bring it in or if you need it picked up, give us a call on Page 20 of 20