Vermont South Community House

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1 Vermont South Community House 1 Karobran Drive Vermont South 3133 Ph: [email protected] Web: Courses & Activities Term Oct - 18 Dec The Café House United We Stand With Coffee In Hand OPEN NOW Monday-Friday 8.45am-2.30pm We hope you will support our 1 new Social Enterprise.

2 HOUSE INFORMATION At Vermont South Community House we provide a variety of courses and activities - educational, recreational, environmental, and social - that will suit people of all ages and abilities, and from many walks of life and cultural backgrounds. Our classes and groups encourage community-based learning and provide support in a friendly and welcoming environment. By participating in them, you can build social connections and networks and further develop your sense of community spirit. About the House Our office hours are 9am - 4pm Monday Thursday and 9am - 3pm Friday. Staff comprise of Sharon Smart (Manager) and Office staff, Helen Crisp, Nicole Harman, Colette Doyle and Maria Patsavouras. Our Child Care Coordinator is Leanne Michaud supported by Nicole Badcock, Colette Doyle, Patricia Molesworth, Mei Yun Pang and Helen Pearce. We would also like to thank all our volunteers that contribute their time. Our website address is For enquiries please telephone: or [email protected] ENROLMENT & PAYMENT INFORMATION Enrolments for all classes can be made by contacting the Community House on or [email protected]. You can also enrol for our funded courses online Enrolments are confirmed by payment of course fees via: EFTPOS, credit card, cheque, cash and direct debit using the following bank details (Name: Vermont South Community House BSB: Account Number: Please add your Surname and Course in the description). Then please [email protected] to advise of payment via this method. Credit card payments can also be made over the phone. ($2.00 surcharge for credit card payments) Fees are to be paid IN FULL AT TIME OF ENROLMENT. If classes are to be cancelled, a full refund will be made. No refund will be given once a course commences. 2

3 Funding Bodies & Grants We gratefully acknowledge the support of the following funding bodies: Adult, Community & Further Education Board (ACFE - Learn Local) City of Whitehorse Department of Education and Training (DET) Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Vermont South Community House is one of 10 Houses (in the City of Whitehorse): Avenue Neighbourhood Eley Kerrimuir Neighbourhood House Bennettswood Neighbourhood House Koonung Cottage Community House Box Hill South Neighbourhood House Louise Multicultural Community Centre Burwood Neighbourhood House Mitcham Community House Clota Cottage Neighbourhood House Where to find us Vermont South Community House 1 Karobran Drive, Vermont South VIC 3133 (Melway Ref 62 G7) 3

4 HOUSE & ENROLMENT INFORMATION 2 FUNDED COURSES 6 INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY 6 VOCATIONAL 7 ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE 8 HOSPITALITY COURSES 9 CHILDCARE AND PRE KINDER PROGRAM 10 SOCIAL GROUPS 10 CHILDREN S COURSES & ACTIVITIES 11 ART & CRAFT COURSES 17 HEALTH, FITNESS & WELLBEING COURSES 18 GENERAL INTEREST COURSES 21 NEW COURSES - TERM Funded Courses Digital Media Horticulture Hospitality Courses Accredited Barista Cake Decorating Food Hygiene RSA Bar & Mixology Cooking in a Wood Fire Oven Basic Indian Cooking Basic Coffee Making Art and Craft Courses Expressive Art General Interest Facebook Intermediate Introduction to Macs Sensory Garden Workshop Rooms : Art Room (AR), Banks Room (BR), Café / Training Room (CTR), Child Care Room (CCR), Computer Room (CR), Function Room (FR) 4

5 COURSE INDEX FUNDED COURSES 6 Painting 11 INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY 6 Toy Library 11 Digital Media 6 ART AND CRAFT COURSES 17 Excel 2013 Intermediate 6 Art Classes 17 Intermediate Computers 6 Calligraphy 17 Introduction to Computers with Windows 10 6 Chinese Brush Painting 17 ipads 7 Drawing & Painting 17 MYOB Advanced 7 Expressive Art 17 Web Design Dreamweaver 7 Mosaics - Self Directed Group 17 VOCATIONAL 7 Patchwork & Appliqué 17 Basic Digital Photography 7 Sketching 17 Horticulture 7 Water Colour Painting 17 Massage and Relaxation 7 HEALTH, FITNESS & WELLBEING 18 ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE (ESL) 8 Meditation 18 ESL Beginners 8 NuLine Dance 18 ESL Conversation 8 Pilates 18 HOSPITALITY COURSES 9 Strength Training 18 CHILD CARE AND PRE KINDER PROGRAM 10 Weight Loss Challenge 18 Child Care / Occasional Care 10 Weight Watchers 18 Pre Kinder Program 10 Yoga and Relaxation 18 SOCIAL GROUPS 10 GENERAL INTEREST COURSES 21 Book Club 10 Android Smart Phones & Tablets 21 Communications Group 10 Buying and Selling Online 21 Knitting Group 10 Facebook Introduction 21 Chess for Children 10 Facebook Intermediate 21 CHILDREN S COURSES AND ACTIVITIES 11 French Beginners 21 Creative Art for Children 8-12 years 11 French Beginners Plus 21 Creative Writing for Children 8-12 years 11 French Intermediate 21 Greek Playgroup 11 Guitar for Adults 21 Guitar (GuitarStart ) 11 Introduction to Macs 21 Japanese Youchien 11 Intermediate ipads 21 Mini Maestros 11 Sensory Garden Workshop 21 5 Twitter, Instagram & Skype 21

6 FUNDED COURSES Vermont South Community House is a Learn Local organisation. We are provided funding support from Adult Community & Further Education Board (ACFE) that enables classes to be offered at reduced prices. Classes cost $50.00 (manuals are an extra cost). Please contact the office on for further information on these courses, or visit our website: to learn more. Funded Courses - Information Technology Digital Media (Photos, Music & Video) Ref: 15DLdigmedia with Scott (CR) Come to this exciting class to learn to use scanners, taking photos, using Picasa, Interactive Whiteboard, animation, MP3 player, itunes, WinAmp, designing 3D logos, Moviemaker, imovie. Tuesday 13 Oct 8 Dec (8 wks) 9.30am 12.00pm $50.00 (No class Tuesday 3rd Nov) (manual additional $20.00) Excel 2013 Intermediate with Scott (CR) Ref: 15DLExcelB Learners will build on the skills and knowledge gained in the Beginners Course. Learn to use pivot tables, convert text to columns, using functions, filtering, macros and more. Wednesday 14 Oct 2 Dec (8 wks) 6.45pm-9.15pm $50.00 (manual additional $40.00) Intermediate Computers with Scott (CR) Ref: 15DLInComB Learn to copy and rename folders, organise files, search techniques on the internet, use Word confidently templates, inserting clip art, pictures, shapes, SmartArt, track changes, tables and mail merge. Friday 16 Oct 4 Dec (8 wks) 9.30am 12.00pm $50.00 (manual additional $20.00) Pre-requisite: Introduction to Computers Introduction to Computers with Windows 10 Ref: 15DLIntCom with Scott (CR) An opportunity to learn basic computer skills, word processing, Excel, Internet, and for everyday activities or work environment. Thursday 15 Oct 3 Dec (8 wks) 9.30am 12.00pm $50.00 (manual additional $20.00) 6

7 ipads with Scott (CR) Ref: 15DLITiPad Learners will have the opportunity to learn all aspects of the ipad capabilities including Apps. Friday 9 Oct 27 Nov (8 wks) 1.00pm 3.30pm $50.00 (manual additional $20.00) MYOB Advanced with Sandra (CR) Ref: 15VOCmyobB Learners will build on their skills developed in the MYOB Beginners course Wednesday 14 Oct 2 Dec (8 wks) 12.30pm-3.00pm $50.00 (manual additional $40.00) Web Design Dreamweaver with Caroline (CR) Ref: 15DLwebdes At the completion of the course learners will use Dreamweaver to be able to identify design practices, source content, design and test websites for broken links, browser compatibility and publish to remote server and update and maintain website. Thursday 15 Oct 3 Dec (8 wks) 7.00pm 9.30pm $50.00 (manual additional $40.00) Funded Courses - Vocational Basic Digital Photography with Vanessa (CR) Ref: 15VOCPhotoA This course focuses on learning how to use a Digital SLR camera. Participants will get a working knowledge of their camera, how to use the manual functions and apply them effectively, through a wide variety of practical exercises. Wednesday 7 Oct 25 Nov (8 wks) 9.30am 12.00pm $50.00 Horticulture with Robyn (AR) Ref: 15VOChort An introductory hands on course. Topics will include garden maintenance propagation, properties of soil, sowing, planting, use of fertilisers and pesticides and seasonal operations. Wednesday 14 Oct 2 Dec (8 wks) 9.30am 12.00pm $50.00 Massage and Relaxation with Lena (CCR) Ref: 15VOCmassage This is a hands-on course focussing on the different types and techniques of massage therapy and relaxation. Pathway to Certificate IV Massage Therapy. Thursday 15 Oct 3 Dec (8 wks) 6.30pm 9.00pm $50.00 Please Note: For all IT funded classes, weeks 1 & 8 will finish 1/2 hour later 7 Note: Other non funded IT classes pg21

8 Funded Courses - English as a Second Language (ESL) ESL Beginners with Virginia Monday Ref: 15ALNeslA 5 Oct 7 Dec (10 wks) 9.30am 12.30pm (CR) This is a course in the use of the English language at a basic level; it is designed for beginners. Topics will include learning to use common words in speaking, reading, writing, computing and activities of daily living in Australian culture. This course provides a pathway to other classes at VSCH including ESL Conversation and to volunteer work and employment. ESL Conversation with Virginia Ref: 15ALNeslB Monday 5 Oct 7 Dec (10 wks) 1.00pm 4.00pm (CR) Wednesday 7 Oct 9 Dec (10 wks) 1.00pm 4.00pm (AR) Thursday 8 Oct 10 Dec (10 wks) 6.30pm 9.30pm (BR) This is continuing from the ESL Beginners class. Learners will be able to function more fully in Australian society, access further training and improve employment opportunities. This course enhances the listening and speaking outcomes of the English as a Second Language courses. These classes may incorporate some computer work. ESL classes welcome all languages/cultures ATTEND 3 ESL CLASSES FOR THE PRICE OF 1 ($50.00) 8

9 HOSPITALITY Courses Accredited Accredited Barista (CTR) Cost: $60.00 Wednesday 18 Nov (1 wk) 6.00pm-10.00pm This course has been designed for the serious coffee maker who would like to become a professional Barista. Pre requisite is a completed food hygiene course pre enrolment. Food Hygiene (CTR) Cost: $60.00 Wednesday 14 Oct (1 wk) 6.00pm-10.00pm This is a minimum requirement for people wishing to work as a food handler. No pre requisites required. A great start for those entering cafes, restaurants and function work. RSA (Responsible Service of Alcohol) (CTR) Cost: $60.00 Wednesday 21 Oct (1 wk) 6.00pm-10.00pm Non Accredited Bar & Mixology (CTR) Cost: $50.00 Wednesday 28 Oct (1 wk) 6.00pm-10.00pm This is a basic introduction to bar work and cocktail preparation and designed for anyone that maybe interested in working in a bar, café or club environment. Basic Coffee Making (CTR) Cost: $50.00 Wednesday 11 Nov (1 wk) 7.00pm-10.00pm For lovers of espresso coffee or someone wanting to work in a café environment this course provides basic skills of making a variety of espresso coffees and texturing milk. Basic Indian Cooking with Minnie (CTR) Cost $ $10pw food Thursday 15 Oct 3 Dec (8 wks) 6.00pm 9.00pm New class covering the basics of Indian Cooking. Learn how to cook basic curries, breads, salads and desserts. 2 dishes per session (main and dessert). Cake Decorating with Jeanine (FR) Cost: $90.00 Thursday 22 Oct 26 Nov (6 wks) 7.30pm 9.30pm This class will suit those interested in learning about Modern cake decorating design Class will include a fondant covered chocolate mud cake, and chocolate modelling. Cooking in a Wood Fire Oven (CTR) Cost: $50.00 Wednesday 25 Nov (1 wk) 7.00pm-10.00pm This course will suit those who have or are considering purchasing a wood fired oven. Learn how to prepare the oven at the right temperature, have the right equipment and create wood fired delights. 9

10 CHILD CARE & PRE KINDER PROGRAM Child Care / Occasional Care Child Care is available Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 9.00am pm to provide the opportunity for parents to take a break, attend classes and for children to learn socialisation skills. Pre-Kinder Program Pre-Kinder Program is available Tuesday and Thursday from 9.15am 2.15pm. It is a structured program (based on the Early Years Learning Framework) for 3-4 year olds, which promotes independence, and socialisation. We include music, indoor and outdoor play, craft, movement and portfolios. SOCIAL GROUPS Book Club (CTR) Participants can join Book Club at any time and are welcome to come along and have a look before joining. Monday 19 Oct, 16 Nov & 21 Dec 7.30pm-9.00pm Cost: $POA per session Communications Group (CCR) This friendly group meets to explore skills of better communication. Tuesday 6 Oct, 10 Nov & 1 Dec (3 sessions) 7.30pm 9.30pm Cost: $6.00 session Knitting Group (FR) A friendly knitting group meets socially on Thursday afternoons and helps to support various charities. Thursday 8 Oct 10 Dec 12.15pm 3.30pm Cost: gold coin donation NEW! Chess For Children! Learn to play & enjoy Chess in a friendly and supportive environment. Contact : Meeta or Harien for more information. 10

11 CHILDREN S Courses & Activities Please contact the office on for further information on these courses, or visit our website: to learn more. Creative Art for Children 8 12 year olds with Heather (AR) Tuesday 6 Oct 8 Dec (9 wks) 4.00pm 5.30pm Cost: $90.00 (No class Tuesday 3rd Nov) All materials included Come and let your imagination run wild through the magic of art. Using paints, pastels and other wonderful art tools. In addition we will have fun with clay and 3D activities. Bring an art smock Creative Writing for Children 8 12 year olds with Liliane (BR) Friday 9 Oct 11 Dec (8 wks) 4.00pm 5.30pm Cost: $ (No classes Friday 16th October & Friday 20th Nov) Greek Playgroup with Helen (FR) Cost: $POA Wednesday 9.30am 11.00am & Thursday 10.00am 12.00pm For enrolments contact Helen Lambris on Guitar (GuitarStart ) for children 8+ with Des (CCR) Cost: $POA Wednesdays 7 Oct 9 Dec (10 weeks) 3.45pm onwards For enrolments contact Des on or [email protected] Japanese Youchien Pre-school Language & Cultural Program (FR) with Yuka & Yuko Cost: $ Tuesday 6 Oct 1 Dec (8 wks) 12.00pm 2.30pm (No class Tuesday 3rd Nov) Mini Maestros with Judy (BR) Cost: $POA Thursday 8 Oct 3 Dec (10 wks) Mornings For enrolments contact Judy on or [email protected] Painting with Susan (AR) Cost: $ Wednesday 7 Oct 9 Dec (10 wks) 4.00pm 5.30pm Toy Library (BR) Annual Membership Cost: $50.00 Monday 9.30am 12.30pm & Saturday 9.30am 11.30am (during school term only) Last day in 2015 is Saturday 12th December. Reopening Saturday 30th January

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14 OPEN NOW Monday-Friday 8.45am-2.30pm Monday-Friday Free Wi-Fi Use of environmentally friendly BioCups Catering available for enquiries contact Present this coupon to redeem a FREE coffee, tea or hot chocolate 14

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16 and 10.00am-4.00pm 1.00pm-4.00pm Michael Sukkar Federal Member of Parliament, Neil Angus, State Member of Parliament and Raylene Carr, Councillor for Morack Ward will be our officials to open The Café House During the Café Opening Ceremony, Awards will be presented to our Workplace Training Strategies Certificate III Hospitality and Food Processing students. EVERYONE WELCOME TO ATTEND THESE EVENTS Café will be open from 10am-4pm both days of the Art & Craft Exhibition for visitors to enjoy beverages including coffee, tea, fruit juices, water, coconut water and milk drinks and food such as cakes, slices, sandwiches, Devonshire tea and a BBQ. 16

17 ART & CRAFT Courses Please contact the office on for further information on these courses, or visit our website: to learn more ALL LEVELS WELCOME. Art Classes with Sue (AR) Cost: $ Thursday 8 Oct 10 Dec (9 wks) 10.00am 12.00pm / 1.00pm 3.00pm (No class Thursday 12th Nov) Calligraphy with Lyne (CR) Cost $ Tuesday 22 Sept-8 Dec (9 wks) 12.45pm 3.00pm (No classes Tuesday 12th, 19th, 26th Oct and 3rd Nov) Chinese Brush Painting with Echo (AR) Cost: $ Tuesday 6 Oct-15 Dec (10 wks) 9.30am 11.30am (No class Tuesday 3rd Nov) Drawing & Painting with Owen (AR) Cost: $ Thursday 8 Oct 10 Dec (10 wks) 7.30pm 9.30pm Expressive Art with Heather (AR) SPECIAL INTRODUCTORY PRICE Wednesday 7 Oct 9 Dec (10 wks) 7.00pm 9.00pm Cost: $50.00 Come along and de-stress in a creative, fun and safe environment. Learn to release tensions through the expression of art: painting, drawing and collage. Materials provided (excluding canvasses) Mosaics Self Directed Group (No Tutor) (AR) Cost: $50.00 Friday 9 Oct 11 Dec (10 wks) 10.00am 12.00pm / 1.00pm 3.00pm Patchwork & Applique with Jill (BR) Cost: $ Wednesday 7 Oct-9 Dec (10 wks) 9.30am 12.00pm / 1.00pm 3.30pm Sketching with Glenyce (BR) Cost: $ Tuesday 6 Oct-8 Dec (8 wks) 9.30am 12.00pm (No classes Tuesday 3rd & 10 Nov) Water Colour Painting with Glenyce (AR) Monday 5 Oct-7 Dec (8 wks) 10.00am 12.30pm Cost: $ Tuesday 6 Oct-8 Dec (8 wks) 12.30pm 3.00pm Cost: $ (No classes Monday 2nd & 9th Nov and Tuesday 3rd & 10th Nov) ASK AT OFFICE FOR COURSE REQUIREMENTS LIST 17

18 HEALTH, FITNESS & WELLBEING Courses Please contact the office on for further information on these courses, or visit our website: to learn more. Meditation with Tony and Tamara (FR) Cost: $75.00 Meditation is a great tool for relaxing the body and calming the mind. Come and see how. Tuesday 6 Oct-10 Nov (5 wks) 8.15pm-9.30pm (No class Tuesday 3rd Nov) Tuesday 17 Nov-15 Dec (5 wks) 8.15pm-9.30pm NuLine Dance with Marie (FR) Mondays 11.00am-12.00pm. For further information contact Marie on Pilates with Jenny (BR/FR) Cost: $ Tuesday 6 Oct-8 Dec (9 wks) 5.00pm 6.00pm / 6.15pm 7.15pm / 7.30pm-8.30pm (New Beginners class) (No class Tuesday 3rd Nov ) Friday 9 Oct 11 Dec (9 wks) Cost: $ am 10.15am / 10.30am 11.30am / 11.45am 12.45pm (No class Friday 16th October ) Bring along a Pilates mat Strength Training with Muriel (FR) Cost: $90.00 Monday 5 Oct-7 Dec (10 wks) 1.00pm 2.00pm / 2.00pm 3.00pm Wednesday 7 Oct-9 Dec (10 wks) 12.00pm 1.00pm / 1.00pm 2.00pm Weight Loss Challenge (CTR) Cost: $POA 10 week weight loss challenge starts on Tuesday 6th October at 6pm. Please contact Maria/ Hubert on or for more information Weight Watchers (FR) Monday 5.30pm 7.30pm For further enquiries & bookings contact Weight Watchers on Cost: $POA Yoga & Relaxation with Karyn (Mon) / Cheryl (Wed) (BR) Cost: $ Monday 5 Oct-7 Dec (10 wks) 6.30pm 7.45pm / 8.00pm 9.15pm Wednesday 7 Oct-9 Dec (10 wks) 5.30pm 6.45pm / 7.00pm 8.15pm / 8.30pm 9.45pm Bring along a yoga mat and blanket (for the relaxation/meditation segment) Is looking for a male or female retired or semi retired mainly to work some Thursdays and Fridays generally between 11.00am to 2.00pm You will be taught to cut keys and serve customers in my shop in Vermont South that I have had for 28 years. For more information contact Noel on or [email protected] 18

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21 GENERAL INTEREST Courses Please contact the office on for further information on these courses, or visit our website: to learn more. Android Smart Phones & Tablets with Scott (CR) Cost $55.00 Thursday 19 Nov 26 Nov (2 wks) 1.00pm 3.30pm Android devices can include Samsung, HTC, and Huawei. Not Apple devices Buying and Selling Online Using Ebay / Gumtree (CR) Cost $55.00 Thursday 8 Oct 15 Oct (2 wks) 1.00pm 3.30pm Facebook Introduction with Scott (CR) Cost $30.00 Thursday 5 Nov (1 wk) 1.00pm 3.30pm Facebook Intermediate with Scott (CR) Cost $30.00 Thursday 12 Nov (1 wk) 1.00pm 3.30pm French Beginners with Vanessa (BR) Cost: $ Thursday 8 Oct-10 Dec (10 wks) 1.00pm 3.00pm French Beginners Plus with Vanessa (BR) Cost $ Friday 9 Oct-11 Dec (9 wks) 1.00pm 3.00pm (No class Friday 16th October) French Intermediate with Vanessa (BR) Cost $ Friday 9 Oct-11 Dec (9 wks) 10.00am 12.00pm (No class Friday 16th October) Guitar for Adults with Des (CCR) Cost: $POA Wednesdays 7th October - 9th December (10 weeks) 7.00pm onwards For enrolments contact Des on or [email protected] Introduction to Macs with Scott (CR) Cost $30.00 Thursday 22 Oct(1 wk) 1.00pm 3.30pm Intermediate IPADs with Scott (CR) Cost: $75.00 Thursday 3 Dec 17 Dec (3 wks) 1.00pm-3.00pm Sensory Garden Workshop with Robyn (AR) Cost: $50.00 Saturday 24 Oct 14 Nov (4 wks) 10.00am-12.30pm Learn how to create a sensory garden that can benefit those with anxiety, depression, or dementia, or simply for pure enjoyment and stress relief, using the therapeutic principles of colour, scent, sound, taste and touch. BYO boots, gloves and hat Twitter, Instagram & Skype with Scott (CR) Cost $30.00 Thursday 29 Oct (1 wk) 1.00pm 3.30pm 21

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26 VOLUNTEERS NEEDED We are looking for people who would like to volunteer their time and / or gain experience in the following areas: Gardening / Hospitality (Café help) We are also looking for people willing to become Distributors to help distribute the VSCH Course Guides and newsletters If you are interested or want to find out more information please contact the Community House on or [email protected]. YOUR HELP WOULD BE GREATLY APPRECIATED 26

27 We have been in business in the local community for 53 years. Don t be duped by excessive discounts; you can t buy experience. It ll cost you more in the long run. And remember you only get what you pay for. Call for experienced lady or gent instructors ADVERTISING RATES VERMONT SOUTH COMMUNITY NEWS Distributed to 4,000 homes in Vermont South 1/4 Page $ /3 Page $ /2 Page $75.00 Full Page $ Full Page Colour $ Prices include GST. For more information phone or [email protected] Vermont South Community House does not endorse the products or services of any advertisement, paid 27 or unpaid, printed in this newsletter.

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