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Dying to Know Cafe

Drop in for a cuppa and a chat to find out more about death, dying and advanced care planning at Mercy Place Wyndham, 39 Deutgam Street, Werribee, on June 7 from 10am-noon. A palliative care nurse and other experts will be on hand for any questions.

■ 8734 6500, email sfrykberg@mercy.com.au or kredmond@mercy.com.au

Do you have knee pain?

If you are aged over 50 and have had knee pain on most days of the past month, you may be eligible to take part in a new research study conducted by the department of physiotherapy at the University of Melbourne. The study compares the effects of different types of footwear on knee pain symptoms. Participants will be asked to wear study shoes daily for six months. If eligible, you will receive two pairs of shoes for free.

www.footstepstudy.com.au or email Penny, penelopec@unimelb.edu.au

Free bicycle classes for women

Accredited bicycle trainers are running free bike riding classes for women on Friday afternoons from 12.30-3pm until June 22 at the Werribee Men’s Shed, rear of 55- 57a Kookaburra Avenue. Bicycles, helmets and high energy snacks supplied. Please wear enclosed shoes and comfortable clothing.

■ Christine, 0409 521 998 or email cstorie@optusnet.com.au

Winter Street Party

See the city light up after dark, with light installations, street performers, children’s activities and winter treats from city traders on June 29 from 4-9pm. This year’s program will bring a touch of magic across Station Place, Watton Street, Wedge Street Piazza and the Wyndham Cultural Centre.

www.facebook.com/werribeecitycentre

Community group Pilates

Come along to a community group Pilates class at Mainview Boulevard Reserve, Mainview Boulevard, Truganina, June 5, 11.30am-12.15pm. Enjoy a class full of fun, fitness, motivation and conversation. The first session is free, subsequent classes are $15. Children welcome.

■ 8742 8000 or email

enquiries@grangecommunity.org.au

Girls on the green

Ladies, head down to Werribee Bowls Club, 239 Watton Street, Werribee, on June 3 from noon-3pm and give lawn bowls a go. Play with either bare feet or flat shoes. Experienced bowlers will be on hand to provide the basics. Cost is $10 for bowls and a barbecue lunch.

■ Neil, 9861 7112 or neilg@bowlsvic.org.au