8 things to do around Wyndham

Winter is coming

A weekend festival, called Winter will transform Werribee’s CBD on July 1 and 2 and will feature street performers Born in a Taxi, acrobatic group Strange Fruit, family movies and evening arts experiences.

www.experiencewyndham.com.au

 

Ready to relax

Learn different stress release techniques with gentle hatha yoga, mindful meditation and progressive body relaxation classes. Classes run Tuesdays between 7.30-8.30pm during school terms at Crossroads Uniting Church, corner Duncans Road and Synnot Street, Werribee. Cost $15. Bring a yoga mat and blanket and wear comfortable clothes.

nadia@readytorelax.com.au or 0448 505 687

 

Girl power

Soroptimist International is a global volunteer women’s service club that works to support women and children. The group meets on the second Monday of each month at the Jamieson Way Community Centre in Point Cook. New members are welcome.

■ Karen, 0419 426 274 or sivicmembership@yahoo.com.au

 

Find your centre

Celestial Tai Chi College is taking registrations for tai chi classes at Kelly Park Centre, Synnot Street, Werribee, on Thursdays from 7pm in term 3.

■ 0418 512 255

 

For a touch of culture

An exhibition at the Wyndham Art Gallery, 177 Watton Street, features paintings, prints, ceramics and photographs that map the artists’ views of Wyndham. The works are by mother-and-son team Sue Anderson and Aubrey Comben and will be on display until June 26.

www.wyncc.com.au/art_gallery

 

English tutors wanted

AMES Australia Werribee needs volunteers for one or two hours a week to help new arrivals learn English. Free training.

■ Katherine, 8744 0011, email coccolik@ames.net.au

 

Sing your heart out

Werribee Community Singers are looking for new members. They meet at Guide Hall, Powell Street, Hoppers Crossing, on Wednesdays, from 7-9pm. No auditions.

■ Helen, 0407 493 065

 

New insights for old drivers

The next senior drivers expo will be on June4 from 9.45am at Hobsons Bay council civic offices, 115 Civic Parade, Altona. The RoadSafe Westgate Community Road Safety Council will provide information about road laws, health and the effects of medicines. Participants get a free and confidential driving assessment in their own car and an assessment of its safety and roadworthiness. Bookings essential.

■ Leigh, 9315 9464