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SENIORS’ SHOPPING BONANZAFrom Tuesday, October 1 to Saturday,October 19Venue: Participating <strong>Wodonga</strong> businessesTime: Trading hoursFee: Various deals and specials available onpresentation <strong>of</strong> Seniors CardEnquiries: <strong>Wodonga</strong> Chamber <strong>of</strong> Commerce on(02) 6056 8302Shop <strong>Wodonga</strong> and bag some great deals!Special coupons and vouchers will be distributedat seniors’ events, participating central businessarea businesses, <strong>Wodonga</strong> Council reception,The Cube <strong>Wodonga</strong> and TAFEspace. Findout about participating businesses online atwodongachamber.com.<strong>au</strong>/shop-wodonga/COLLEEN HEWETT CONCERT ANDMORNING TEATuesday, October 1Venue: The Cube <strong>Wodonga</strong>Time: 9.15am – <strong>Wodonga</strong> Community Choirperformance10am - concert11am – morning teaFee: FreeBookings required: (02) 6022 9311, in person oronline at thecubewodonga.com.<strong>au</strong>/tickets by Wednesday, September 25Ticket collection: The Cube <strong>Wodonga</strong> box <strong>of</strong>ficeColleen Hewett was one <strong>of</strong> the most successfuland popular female artists <strong>of</strong> the 1970s inAustralia. Born in Bendigo, <strong>Vic</strong>toria in 1950, she hasreleased seven albums and more than 15 singlesincluding the number one hit single ‘Day By Day’.Almost a decade later she had another numberone hit with ‘Dreaming My Dreams With You’.2Make sure you mark out the month <strong>of</strong>October in your calendar for <strong>Wodonga</strong> SeniorCelebrations 2013. The festival coincides withthe <strong>Vic</strong>torian Seniors Festival, which is anopportunity to celebrate the rich contributions<strong>of</strong> older people within the community.Cast in the musical Godspell at the original PlayboxTheatre in Melbourne, she received a gold recordfor ‘Day By Day’ (1972), her song from the show.These successes led to her being crowned Queen<strong>of</strong> Pop two years running. She later achieved tw<strong>of</strong>urther gold records for ‘Dreaming My Dreams WithYou’ (1980) and her version <strong>of</strong> ‘Wind Beneath MyWings’ (1983).ALBURY/WODONGA AGED CARE EXPOTuesday, October 1Venue: Senior Citizens’ Centre, Havelock St,<strong>Wodonga</strong>Time: 11am to 2pmFee: FreeEnquiries: (02) 6056 8777What services are available for seniors in Albury/<strong>Wodonga</strong>? Come along to the Albury/<strong>Wodonga</strong>Aged Care Expo where aged care facilities andother related businesses in the local area willprovide information under the one ro<strong>of</strong>, promotingtheir services to the senior community. Sponsoredand facilitated by Generations Personal andPr<strong>of</strong>essional Advice.MYSTERY BUS TOURSWednesday, October 2Thursday, October 10Tuesday, October 29Venues: They’re a mystery!Time: Departing from Woodland Grove busstop at 9am and returning approx. 5pmFee: $10Bookings required: (02) 6022 9311 or in personat The Cube <strong>Wodonga</strong> box <strong>of</strong>fice byWednesday, September 18. A ballotsystem will apply as there is limitedseating. Maximum bookings <strong>of</strong> twoseats per person and one mystery tourdate only.Payment: To be made after successfulparticipants have been notified atThe Cube <strong>Wodonga</strong> box <strong>of</strong>fice.In true mystery bus tour style, locations will berevealed on the day.


LOVE THY NEIGHBOUR!Thursday, October 3Venue: Hume Room, Suite 6, 91 Hume St,<strong>Wodonga</strong>Time: 2pm to 3pmFee: Free (including light afternoon tea)Enquiries: Alison Maher on 1800 918 377 or(02) 6057 5000Are your neighbours giving you grief? Come to thisjoint session and learn about common types <strong>of</strong>neighbourhood disputes such as dogs, trees andfences, and discover how to resolve them. Hostedby the Hume Riverina Community Legal Service andthe Dispute Settlement Centre <strong>Vic</strong>toria.OLD TIME DANCE – SENIOR CITIZENSWODONGAFriday, October 4Venue: Senior Citizens’ Centre, Havelock St,<strong>Wodonga</strong>Time: 7.30pm to 11.30pmFee: $5 plus bring a plate <strong>of</strong> supper to shareEnquiries: Carol Keep on (02) 6056 0462 orCharlie Caldwell on (02) 6059 2875Bohun’s Orchestra will be providing music for anevening <strong>of</strong> dancing, fun and prizes. Even if youhaven’t danced for years, come along and have ago. Beginners are welcome. Enjoy supper and chatduring a break.GARDENING WORKSHOP ANDWOOD-FIRED PIZZA OVEN LUNCHFriday, October 4Saturday, October 19Venue: Birallee Park Neighbourhood House,39 Emerald Ave, <strong>Wodonga</strong>Time: 10am to 3pmFee: Gold coin donationBookings required: Rebecca Chettleburgh on(02) 6059 2590Drop in and join in fun and interactive workshopsthat will be running continuously throughout theday. Learn more about irrigation, worm farming andplanting veggies in small spaces. Afterwards, relaxand enjoy a delicious pizza cooked in the woodfiredpizza oven.‘MY LIFE AS A PIANO’ - JAN PRESTONFriday, October 4Venue: Arts Space <strong>Wodonga</strong>,cnr Hovell and Lawrence streets,<strong>Wodonga</strong>Time: 7.30pm to 10pmFee: $25Bookings required: (02) 6022 9311, in person oronline at thecubewodonga.com.<strong>au</strong>/ticketsTicket collection/payment: The Cube <strong>Wodonga</strong>box <strong>of</strong>ficeJoin Jan Preston and enjoy her toe-tappingboogie piano show My Life As A Piano, showingextraordinary images <strong>of</strong> pianos you could neverhave imagined.MOVIE IN THE CUBE WODONGACOURTYARD – ‘THE SAPPHIRES’Sunday, October 6Venue: The Cube <strong>Wodonga</strong> CourtyardTime: 7pm - <strong>Wodonga</strong> Community Choirperformance7.30pm - movieFee: Free - bring your own chair or picnicrugEnquiries: (02) 6022 9311Optional: Pre-movie dinner at Rubix Café with achoice <strong>of</strong> two light main meals at $10each. Bookings essential on(02) 6056 7737.This movie is proudly brought to you by The Grange.Set in the heady days <strong>of</strong> 1968, four young andtalented singers from a remote Aboriginal missionare discovered by an unlikely talent scout. Theall-girl group formed The Sapphires and graspedthe chance <strong>of</strong> a lifetime when they were <strong>of</strong>feredtheir first real gig – entertaining the US troops inVietnam. For the girls, a whole new world <strong>of</strong> sex,war, politics and soul opens before them. Basedon a true story. Starring Deborah Mailman, JessicaM<strong>au</strong>boy, Chris O’Dowd, Miranda Tapsell and ShariSebbens. Rated PG. 103 mins.3


A friendly and happyculture in a safe andsecure environment.Dedicated to providing aged, community care and lifestyle optionsto the people <strong>of</strong> our region with respect, dignity and choiceSenior Celebrations is on again and Westmont Aged Care Servicesis delighted to be involved with this popular event. Westmont invitesyou to come and enjoy ‘Wheels at Westmont’, a display <strong>of</strong> antiquemotorcycles, heritage cars, classic cars and hot rods. Entertainmentwill be provided by the very talented Glenn Starr.Westmont is set amongst be<strong>au</strong>tiful gardens at Baranduda so thereis plenty <strong>of</strong> space to sit, relax and enjoy the surroundings. For thosevisitors who are interested in what Westmont has to <strong>of</strong>fer, staff will beconducting guided tours <strong>of</strong> the homestead, assisted living apartmentsand villas. If you are unable to make it on the day, just give our staff acall and they will be happy to show you around at another time.Westmont is a community-owned, not-for-pr<strong>of</strong>it organisation and<strong>of</strong>fers a range <strong>of</strong> services to the ageing population <strong>of</strong> <strong>Wodonga</strong> andthe surrounding area. Westmont prides itself on providing a truly“ageing in place” environment, as we <strong>of</strong>fer a range <strong>of</strong> services whichinclude residential aged care, respite, assisted living, independentliving and community care.Morning tea and a light lunch will be served for a small fee, so comealong and bring a friend, or two, and let Westmont staff show youtheir hospitality.See page 14 for further details.


BORDER BUSH WALKING CLUB –COME TRY BUSHWALKINGWednesday, October 9Venue: Meet at Willow Park, <strong>of</strong>f Pearce St,<strong>Wodonga</strong>, then car pool toMcFarlane’s HillTime: 10am to 12.30pmFee: $5Enquiries: P<strong>au</strong>line McL<strong>au</strong>ghlin on 0437 031 157Enjoy a leisurely 4km walk on McFarlane’s Hillin West <strong>Wodonga</strong> with spectacular views over<strong>Wodonga</strong>. Wear comfortable shoes and bringdrinking water and morning tea.FUN FINDING FAMILY – BUT HOW?Friday, October 11Venue: Senior Citizens’ Centre, Havelock St,<strong>Wodonga</strong>Time: 1.30pm to 3.30pmFee: FreeBookings required: Norma on (02) 6024 1591 orWendy on 0447 035 725Learn how to start your family tree by joining the<strong>Wodonga</strong> Family History Society for cake andtea. This session will introduce the basics andfun <strong>of</strong> family history research by <strong>of</strong>fering helpand guidance to get you started. Free starterpackage and afternoon tea included.YMCA – COME TRY AQUA MOVERSWednesdays – October 9, 16 and 23Venue: <strong>Wodonga</strong> Sports and Leisure Centre,Hedgerow Crt, <strong>Wodonga</strong>Time: 10.30am to 11.30amFee: FreeBookings required: (02) 6058 2555A workout using the resistance <strong>of</strong> water to gainefficient results without the impact on joints.ANTIQUES AND COLLECTABLESVALUATION DAYSaturday, October 12Venue: Senior Citizens’ Centre, Havelock St,<strong>Wodonga</strong>Time: 10am to 3.30pmFee: $5 per itemEnquiries: Uta Wiltshire on 0412 241 186 or JuneShanahan on (02) 6025 1324Have your treasures valued by Elizabeth Stevens,well-known antique dealer from 2UE’s AntiquesAnd Collectables program which is heard through2AY. Elizabeth is a qualified antique dealer,diamond valuer and gemologist. Hosted jointly bythe <strong>Wodonga</strong> and Albury historical societies.COME TRY GOLF CROQUET AND MORNING TEAThursday, October 10Sunday, October 20Venue: <strong>Wodonga</strong> Tennis Centre, Dalgleish St,<strong>Wodonga</strong>Time: 9.30am to 10.30amFee: FreeBookings required: Veronica Foard on(02) 6059 2378 or 0407 662 013Golf croquet is played all year round by peoplefrom all walks <strong>of</strong> life and from all age groups.Unlike some other sports, men and women play onequal terms. All equipment provided. Please wearflat-soled shoes. A hat, sunscreen and drink arerecommended. Light morning tea provided afterthe game.SATURDAY ART BUZZSaturday, October 12Venue: Arts Space <strong>Wodonga</strong>, cnr Hovell andLawrence streets, <strong>Wodonga</strong>Time: 10.30am to 11.30amFee: Gold coin donationBookings required: Leisa Whyte on(02) 6022 9609View the current exhibition and then join thevisual art workshop designed for families andgrandparents with children up to nine years.6


WODONGA GARDENS RETIREMENTESTATE OPEN DAYSaturday, October 12Venue: 2 Flinders Way, West <strong>Wodonga</strong>Time: 11am to 3pmFee: FreeEnquiries: Ruth Kernaghan on 1300 133 893Come along to the estate’s open day and findout why retirement living is all about lifestyle.View the fabulous villas, listen to GrooveyardHammond Combo, discover crafts and jewelleryand taste some wonderful wine from MorrisWines, Rutherglen and Amulet Vineyard,Beechworth. Free s<strong>au</strong>sage sizzle and afternoontea provided.PARKINSON’S AWARENESS WALKSunday, October 13Venue: Sumsion Gardens, Huon St, <strong>Wodonga</strong>Time: 11amFee: Gold coin donationEnquiries: Alys Cummings on (02) 6051 7440Come and enjoy a walk around <strong>Wodonga</strong>’sbe<strong>au</strong>tiful Sumsion Gardens and help raiseawareness <strong>of</strong> Parkinson’s and connect with localsupport groups. Participants are encouragedto wear purple and black on the day – to standout! Hosted by the Parkinson’s support groups<strong>of</strong> Albury-<strong>Wodonga</strong>, Beechworth, Corryong andAlbury <strong>Wodonga</strong> Health.This movie is proudly brought to you by The Grange.A deeply moving love story about a couple intheir twilight years. Laced with wry humour, StillMine tells the heartfelt tale <strong>of</strong> a farmer in ruralNew Brunswick who comes up against the local<strong>au</strong>thorities when he sets out to build a moresuitable house for his ailing wife. Based on a truestory. Starring James Cromwell, Genevieve Bujoldand Ronan Rees. Rated PG. 102 mins.CREATIVE LEARNERS –COME TRY GENTLE EXERCISEMondays – October 14, 21 and 28Venue: Albury <strong>Wodonga</strong> Community College,63 High St, <strong>Wodonga</strong>Time: 9am to 10amFee: FreeEnquiries: Betty Ferguson on (02) 6059 5165Come and try gentle exercise to music atCreative Learners. For both men and women- easy to manage for the older person. Someexercises on a chair.MOVIE IN THE CUBE WODONGACOURTYARD – ‘STILL MINE’Sunday, October 13Venue: The Cube <strong>Wodonga</strong> CourtyardTime: 7pm – <strong>Wodonga</strong> Community Choirperformance7.30pm - movieFee: Free – bring your own chair or picnic rugEnquiries: (02) 6022 9311Optional: Pre-movie dinner at Rubix Café with achoice <strong>of</strong> two light main meals at $10each. Bookings essential on(02) 6056 7737.BONEGILLA WALK AND TALK –‘NEWCOMER/OLD HANDS’Monday, October 14Venue: Bonegilla Migrant Experience,82 Bonegilla Rd, BonegillaTime: 2pmFee: FreeBookings required: (02) 6020 6912Share your stories about life in <strong>Wodonga</strong> in the1950s and 1960s with Pr<strong>of</strong>essor Bruce Pennayas he uses photographs, sketches and maps totrigger thoughts about the community’s responsesto post-war immigration. Come to share a memory(and a cuppa) or simply come along to learn moreabout your community and its recent past. Held inconjunction with <strong>Wodonga</strong> Historical Society.7


October at a glanceday Friday SaturdaySundaybonanzar!opal)3 431Seniors’ shopping bonanzaGardening workshop andwood-fired pizza oven lunchMy Life As A Piano -Jan PrestonOld time dance – Senior Citizens<strong>Wodonga</strong>Seniors’ shopping bonanza5 6Seniors’ shopping bonanzaMovie in The Cube <strong>Wodonga</strong>Courtyard - The Sapphiresand <strong>Wodonga</strong> Community Choirperformancequet and10 11 12Seniors’ shoppingbonanzaFun finding family - buthow?Seniors’ shoppingbonanzaAntiques and collectablesvaluation daySaturday Art Buzz<strong>Wodonga</strong> Gardens RetirementEstate open daySeniors’ shoppingbonanzaParkinson’s awarenesswalkMovie in The Cube <strong>Wodonga</strong>Courtyard – Still Mine and<strong>Wodonga</strong> Community Choirperformance13ie Murray And Its17 1819Creative Learners - Cometry strength trainingOld time danceGardening workshopand woodfired pizzaoven lunchBig SingC<strong>au</strong>lfield Cup race day –<strong>Wodonga</strong> and District Turf ClubCome try golf croquetand morning tea20November datesFriday, November 1andpilatesal)24 25 26 27Creative Learners -Come try strengthtrainingIris flower display and open gardenGrease (The Musical)Snooker open day -Commercial Club AlburyWestmont Open Day -Classic, heritage, customcars and vintagemotorcycles displayBaranduda Men’s Shedopen dayGrease (The Musical)Mother and SonGrease (The Musical)Saturday, November 2Mother and SonGrease (The Musical)Sunday, November 3Mother and SonThursday, November 7Frankie J Holden andWilbur Wilde – On TheProwl, Legends <strong>of</strong> Ol’559


SINGING FOR FUN – SING AUSTRALIAALBURY/WODONGAMondays, October 14, 21 and 28Venue: Senior Citizens’ Centre, Havelock St,<strong>Wodonga</strong>Time: 7.30pm to 9.30pmFee: FreeEnquiries: Kath Duggan on (02) 6024 7846Sing along with Sing Australia at their practicenights for fun and stress relief. Lots <strong>of</strong> songs andl<strong>au</strong>ghter, with a wide repertoire from folk to pop.Share in a cup <strong>of</strong> tea and chat during a break.SCRAPBOOKING PAGE WORKSHOPTuesdays, October 15 and 29Venue: Scrapville, 7 Morrison St, <strong>Wodonga</strong>Time: 10am to 11.30amFee: $10 per classBookings required: Janet Watt on (02) 6056 7258Seniors will enjoy a Make And Take Class tailoredfor simplicity. All requirements will be included inthe kit and we’ll show you how to put together ascrapbook page to take home. Class attendees willbe <strong>of</strong>fered a 12 per cent discount on purchasesfollowing the class.LUNCHEON AND ENTERTAINMENTBY PETE DENAHYTuesday, October 15Venue: The Clubhouse Bar and Bistro,10 Clubhouse Place, <strong>Wodonga</strong>Time: NoonFee: $10Bookings required: (02) 6022 9311 or in personat The Cube <strong>Wodonga</strong> box <strong>of</strong>fice byWednesday, October 9Ticket collection/payment: The Cube <strong>Wodonga</strong>box <strong>of</strong>ficeEnjoy a two-course lunch in the relaxing surroundsoverlooking the golf course while being entertainedby Yackandandah-based musician, Pete Denahy.Denahy won a Golden Guitar Award at theAustralian Country Music Awards in Tamworth in2013 for a song called ‘Yackandandah 1852’. Hismusical world extends from packed venues atmusic festivals to picking tunes under a tree withfriends. He manages to juggle a two-headed career<strong>of</strong> comedy and bluegrass music with successfulreleases <strong>of</strong> both on CD in the last three years.CREATIVE LEARNERS –COME TRY STRENGTH TRAININGWednesdays, October 16, 23 and 30Fridays - October 18 and 25Venue: Albury <strong>Wodonga</strong> Community College,63 High St, <strong>Wodonga</strong>Time: 8.30am to 9.45amFee: FreeEnquiries: Betty Ferguson on (02) 6059 5165Come and try strength training at CreativeLearners. For both men and women, work at yourown level <strong>of</strong> fitness to build strength and assistbalance. All abilities welcome.COMMUNITY GROWTH BUS TOURWednesday, October 16Venue: Various locations around the city <strong>of</strong><strong>Wodonga</strong>Time: Departing from the council chambers,Level 2, 104 Hovell St, <strong>Wodonga</strong> at 9amand returning at 11amFee: FreeBookings required: Fiona Keeble on(02) 6022 9202Want to know what’s going on in <strong>Wodonga</strong>? Thispresentation and tour will be hosted by a <strong>Wodonga</strong>councillor and will provide an opportunity to learnmore about the future direction <strong>of</strong> <strong>Wodonga</strong>. Youwill be given an insight into the forthcoming majorprojects and initiatives that are set to shape andenhance the dynamic city <strong>of</strong> <strong>Wodonga</strong> in the next20 to 50 years.10


LIFE BEGINS AT 50Wednesday, October 16Venue: Quest <strong>Wodonga</strong>, 46 Reid St, <strong>Wodonga</strong>Time: 3pm to 4pmFee: FreeBookings required: Darcy Bishop on(02) 6043 8300Be a tourist without leaving <strong>Wodonga</strong>! Enjoy a tour<strong>of</strong> the newest accommodation <strong>Wodonga</strong> has to<strong>of</strong>fer, then stroll through the walkway to enjoy anafternoon tea at Huon Hill.FLUFF AND STUFF MINI WORKSHOPSThursday, October 17Venue: Arts Space <strong>Wodonga</strong>,cnr Hovell and Lawrence streets,<strong>Wodonga</strong>Time: 5.30pm to 7.30pmFee: $12Bookings required: Stacey Harrison on(02) 6022 9609Ticket collection/payment: Arts Space<strong>Wodonga</strong>Join in a series <strong>of</strong> mini workshops facilitated bylocal textile artists. The workshops are held once amonth on a Thursday. October’s workshop will bemaking felt flowers.MANN LECTURE – ‘THE MURRAY ANDITS PEOPLE’Thursday, October 17Venue: Building 6, Main Lecture Theatre,La Trobe University, University Drive,<strong>Wodonga</strong>Time: 6pmFee: FreeBookings required: Cindy or Michelle on(02) 6024 9820A public lecture presented by the Albury-<strong>Wodonga</strong> campus <strong>of</strong> La Trobe University to giveappropriate expression to the unique historical,cultural and lifestyle influences that expoundthe vitality and spirit <strong>of</strong> the people <strong>of</strong> the Borderregion.GARDENS BUS TOURThursday, October 17Venue: Various gardens throughout thelocal regionTime: Departing from Woodland Grovebus stop at 9am and returningapproximately 5pmFee: $10Bookings required: (02) 6022 9311 or in personat The Cube <strong>Wodonga</strong> box <strong>of</strong>fice byWednesday, September 18. A ballotsystem will apply as there is limitedseating. Maximum bookings <strong>of</strong> twoseats per person.Payment: To be made after successfulparticipants have been notified at TheCube <strong>Wodonga</strong> box <strong>of</strong>fice.Are you an avid gardener or simply enjoy visitingbe<strong>au</strong>tiful gardens? Then join this tour and delightin the be<strong>au</strong>ty <strong>of</strong>fered by various gardens locatedthroughout the local region. Fee includes morningtea and lunch.OLD TIME DANCEFriday, October 18Venue: Community Centre at Westmont AgedCare Services, 265 Baranduda Blvd,BarandudaTime: 2pm to 5pmFee: Gold coin donationBookings required: Chris Boyer (02) 6043 9832A tea dance in the style <strong>of</strong> yesteryear with musicby the ‘Elastics’ Dance Band.11


BIG SINGSaturday, October 19Venue: Arts Space <strong>Wodonga</strong>, cnr Hovell andLawrence streets, <strong>Wodonga</strong>Time: 12.30pm to 4.30pm (doors open12.15pm)Fee: $15 (includes refreshments)Bookings required: (02) 6022 9311, in person oronline at thecubewodonga.com.<strong>au</strong>/ticketsTicket collection/payment: The Cube <strong>Wodonga</strong>box <strong>of</strong>ficeThe Big Sing provides an opportunity to participatein group singing and to learn about making musicin a relaxed environment. Big Sing is for all ages,abilities and levels <strong>of</strong> experience.CREATIVE LEARNERS OPEN DAYMonday, October 21Venue: Albury <strong>Wodonga</strong> Community College,63 High St, <strong>Wodonga</strong>Time: 10am to 2pmFee: FreeEnquiries: Carol Keep on (02) 6056 0462Come along and learn about the variety <strong>of</strong> courseshosted by Creative Learners. Includes gentleexercise, embroidery, stain glass, patchwork andquilting, art and line dancing, to name a few. Allactivities are carried out in a friendly atmosphere.CAULFIELD CUP RACE DAY -WODONGA AND DISTRICT TURF CLUBSaturday, October 19Venue: Nell Wilson Pavilion, <strong>Wodonga</strong>Racecourse, Hamilton Smith Drive,<strong>Wodonga</strong>Time: 1pm to 5pmFee: $10Bookings required: (02) 6022 9311, in person oronline at thecubewodonga.com.<strong>au</strong>/tickets by Friday, October 11Ticket collection/payment: The Cube <strong>Wodonga</strong>box <strong>of</strong>ficeDress up and enjoy a day at the races. Fee includesracecourse entry, race book, afternoon tea,private tote, television screen and private bar withdiscounted drinks. Join in the fun competitionson the day – best dressed male and female, andbest hat. Great prizes to be won. Group bookingswelcome.IRIS FLOWER DISPLAY AND OPEN GARDENFrom Tuesday, October 22 toFriday, October 25Venue: 14 Riversdale Place, West <strong>Wodonga</strong>Time: 9am to 6pmFee: Free for seniors and carersEnquiries: Maria on 0413 188 375. Groups <strong>of</strong>four or more are requested to book inadvance.An ever-evolving garden with extensiveplantings <strong>of</strong> dwarf, median and tall bearded iris,complemented by roses, annuals, spring bulbs,salvias and flowering perennials. Meander aroundthe display garden. All varieties are named for easyidentification. Tim Taylor, a qualified nurserymanand iris hybridiser, will provide short talks anddemonstrations each day. The barn will be setup with a cut flower display and a photographysection for those that are unable to walk aroundthe garden. Free tea and c<strong>of</strong>fee will be available.Groups most welcome.12


YMCA – COME TRY PILATESThursday, October 24Venue: <strong>Wodonga</strong> Sports and Leisure Centre,Hedgerow Crt, <strong>Wodonga</strong>Time: 11.30am to 12.30pmFee: FreeBookings required: (02) 6058 2555A series <strong>of</strong> exercises designed to strengthen coremuscles to help support strength, balance andposture.SNOOKER OPEN DAY –COMMERCIAL CLUB ALBURYSaturday, October 26Venue: Commercial Club, 618 Dean St, AlburyTime: 10am to 2pmFee: FreeEnquiries: Elizabeth Cuzner on 0447 467 359Have you ever wondered about or wanted to tryyour hand at the game <strong>of</strong> snooker? Now is yourchance to learn, or if you have played in youryounger years, to come back to playing. Snookeris a very pleasant pastime that can be enjoyedby people <strong>of</strong> all ages. Lessons will be provided forinterested people. Tea and c<strong>of</strong>fee provided.14‘GREASE (The Musical)’Thursdays – October 24 and October 31Fridays – October 25 and November 1Saturdays – October 26 and November 2Venue: Albury Entertainment Centre,Swift St, AlburyTime: 8pmFee: $38.50 adults and $33 concessionBookings required: Phone (02) 6043 5610, inperson at the Albury EntertainmentCentre, or online at alburycity.nsw.<strong>gov</strong>.<strong>au</strong>/entertainmentGet ready to dust <strong>of</strong>f your leather jackets, pullon your bobby-socks and take a trip to 1959 as“bad boy” Danny and “the girl next door” Sandyfall in love all over again. It’s got groove, it’s gotmeaning and it’s burning up the quarter mile withits irresistible mix <strong>of</strong> adolescent angst, vibrantphysicality and 1950s pop culture. Brought toyou by Livid Productions, this stage performance<strong>of</strong> Grease is truly electrifyin!WESTMONT OPEN DAY -CLASSIC, HERITAGE, CUSTOM CARS ANDVINTAGE MOTORCYCLES DISPLAYSaturday, October 26Venue: Westmont Aged Care Services,265 Baranduda Blvd, BarandudaTime: 10am to 2pmFee: FreeEnquiries: Amanda Payne on (02) 6043 9999Come along and enjoy a display <strong>of</strong> classic,heritage, custom cars and vintage motorcycles.All visitors are welcome to have a tour <strong>of</strong> theWestmont facilities. Tours will be conductedat 10.30am, 11.30am, 12.30pm and 1.30pm.Live entertainment provided. Light lunch andmorning tea will be available for a small fee. TheBaranduda Men’s Shed (located at Westmont)will also be open.BARANDUDA MEN’S SHED OPEN DAYSaturday, October 26Venue: Westmont Aged Care Services,265 Baranduda Blvd, BarandudaTime: 10.30am to 4pmFee: FreeEnquiries: Bob Cox on 0408 700 660Come visit the men’s shed and learn about thevariety <strong>of</strong> activities on <strong>of</strong>fer. The shed is a placefor men to come together, to capture and share


their skills and experiences. Activities includewoodwork, welding, volunteering and assistingat local schools, voluntary community work andsocial interaction.CYCLING FOR SENIORS - ALBURY WODONGAPEDAL POWER INC.Wednesday, October 30Venue: Starting and finishing at Les Stone Park,Lawrence St, <strong>Wodonga</strong>Time: 5.30pmFee: FreeBookings required: Tony McLeod-Nibbs on(02) 6025 8856 or 0408 205 794Approximately 20km ride utilising <strong>Wodonga</strong>’sbike tracks, depending on availability on theday. Suitable for any type <strong>of</strong> bike and for bothbeginner and experienced riders. Gentle slopesbut no hills, and an <strong>of</strong>f-road trail with only a fewroad crossings. Slow pace. Expected to take onehour. Finishes with a barbecue.GARDENING WORKSHOPThursday, October 31Venue: Bunnings <strong>Wodonga</strong>, Anzac Parade,<strong>Wodonga</strong>Time: 10amFee: FreeBookings required: Jade Whittaker on(02) 6043 8900Come to the Do It Yourself area at Bunnings<strong>Wodonga</strong> and join in a fun gardening workshop.Morning tea and giveaways provided.‘MOTHER AND SON’Thursday, October 31 - 7.30pmFriday, November 1 - 7.30pmSaturday, November 2 - 2pm and 7.30pmSunday, November 3 - 2pmVenue: The Cube <strong>Wodonga</strong>Time: As aboveFee: $20 – special for seniors onlyBookings required: (02) 6022 9311, in person oronline at thecubewodonga.com.<strong>au</strong>/ticketsTicket collection/payment: The Cube <strong>Wodonga</strong>box <strong>of</strong>ficeArthur Beare is a 40-something-year-old son stillliving at home taking care <strong>of</strong> his senile motherMaggie. However, no matter what he does,he cannot seem to get ahead and is alwayscoming unstuck. Whereas Robert (his brother)cannot put a foot wrong in his mother’s eyes,even though all he is after is his mother’s hiddenmoney.FRANKIE J HOLDEN AND WILBUR WILDE –‘ON THE PROWL, LEGENDS OF OL’55’Thursday, November 7Venue: The Cube <strong>Wodonga</strong>Time: 9.30am morning tea and show from10.30amFee: $10 (includes morning tea)Bookings required: (02) 6022 9311, in person oronline at thecubewodonga.com.<strong>au</strong>/ticketsTicket collection/payment: The Cube <strong>Wodonga</strong>box <strong>of</strong>ficeTwo <strong>of</strong> Australia’s most recognised rock starlegends are back. From Ol’55 to Jo Jo Zep andThe Falcons, Hey Hey It’s Saturday, In MelbourneTonight, Underbelly and a host <strong>of</strong> music, stageand television hits between the two, FrankieJ Holden and Wilbur Wilde will play all the oldfavourites and have a few stories intertwined tokeep you l<strong>au</strong>ghing and dancing in your seat.15

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