Nicholson Street Community House produces a programme of classes and events on a semester basis, in January and June of each year. Our current programme (Semester 2, 2011) is available for download as a PDF document [360KB] , and is listed below. Please note that the downloadable programme does not include changes that may be made during the course of the semester.
You may download an enrolment form [PDF file, 103KB], which should be completed and mailed back to the House. Occasional Childcare and 3 Year Old Activity Group require a different enrolment form [PDF file, 154 KB]. Please note that these forms are dated 2010. They will still be accepted in 2011.
Please note: Changes to the programme are noted on the NEWS page and are shown in the list below by strikethrough and annotations in red (cancelled classes) and green (other changes). The downloadable version of the programme does not reflect these changes.
All classes require a certain number of enrollees to run. Classes that don't meet this quota are cancelled or postponed. If you are interested in a class that is cancelled, please contact the House, as they can often be rescheduled if there is sufficient demand.
Please also note that some courses are run by outside organisations that hire space at the House. The programme listing for those courses includes a name and contact details: any enquiries and enrolments should be directed to the person listed rather than to the House.
NSCH 2011 Semester 2 Programme
PAINTING CLASS (WEDNESDAYS)
This class is taught by a professional artist. Learn correct techniques and experiment with different styles of painting using acrylics. Materials are supplied.
- TERM 3: STARTS JULY 20th
- TERM 4: STARTS OCTOBER 12th
- TIME: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
- COST: $120 FOR 8 WEEKS [$15 PER CLASS] or $20 PER CLASS CASUAL ATTENDANCE
PAINTING CLASS (TUESDAY EVENINGS)
This class is taught by a professional artist. Learn correct techniques and experiment with different styles of painting using acrylics. Materials are supplied.
- TERM 3: STARTS JULY 19th
- TERM 4: STARTS OCTOBER 11th
- TIME: 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
- COST: $120 FOR 8 WEEKS
NEW! BAUBLES AND BEADS (MONDAYS, MONTHLY)
Learn to make unique pieces of costume jewellery at these monthly workshops. Instructions and tools supplied.
- DATES: AUGUST 1st, SEPTEMBER 5th, OCTOBER 10th, NOVEMBER 7th, DECEMBER 5th.
- MONTHLY WORKSHOPS
- TIME: 12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
- COST: $5 PER WORKSHOP
- MATERIALS: BYO or PURCHASE FROM THE TUTOR FOR $5 - $10 PER WORKSHOP
Learn to make table designs, vase arrangements, a corsage and buttonhole and many other beautiful floral designs, from a fully qualified floral artist. This course will introduce you to the exciting world of flower arranging. Individual tuition means you can start at any time.
- ONGOING - START AT ANY TIME
- COST: $100 FOR 10 WEEKS
- Students need to provide their own flowers and sundries, or your tutor can provide them at cost
- Contact Cherie on 0411 691 073 for further information about fees, times, and to enrol .
SIMPLE SEWING (MONDAYS)
Learn to sew at your own pace, with the help of an experienced seamstress. Classes are suitable for beginners and more experienced students. Sewing machines and equipment are supplied. Bring your own pattern and fabric.
- TERM 3: STARTS JULY 18th
- TERM 4: STARTS OCTOBER 10th
- $50 FOR 6 WEEKS
- TIME: 10:00 AM - 12:00 NOON
OCCASIONAL CHILDCARE PROGRAMME (MONDAY - WEDNESDAY)
- For children aged 0 - 5 years. Children learn social skills and engage in age-appropriate activities in a supervised and friendly environment.
- Parents are encouraged to vist the Centre prior to enrolling your children. Please contact the Office to arrange an appointment.
- This service is very heavily booked. Parents must call well in advance to arrange a place. There is a very strict limit on the number of children that can be accommodated by the service at any one time. Children who cannot be placed at the time will be placed on a waiting list.
- SEMESTER 2 COMMENCES ON MONDAY, JULY 18th
- MON, TUES, WED, THURS 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
- COST PER SESSION (FULL FEE): 1 CHILD $23, 2 CHILDREN $35, 3 CHILDREN $46
- COST PER SESSION (CONCESSION): 1 CHILD $20, 2 CHILDREN $30, 3 CHILDREN $40
- LIMITED PROGRAMME DURING TERM BREAKS
- BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL .
- For further information and bookings, please phone us on 9386 8377.
- THIS PROGRAMME IS THREATENED BY STATE GOVERNMENT FUNDING CUTS! PLEASE SEE THIS ENTRY FOR MORE INFORMATION.
THREE YEAR OLD ACTIVITY GROUP (MONDAYS, TUESDAYS)
A group for 3-4 year old children to enjoy a range of developmental pre-kinder activities. The group is led by a qualified childcare worker. Children may be enrolled for one or two sessions per week. Please note that there is NO provision for casual attendance.
- TERM 3: STARTS JULY 18th (10 WEEKS)
- TERM 4: STARTS OCTOBER 10th (MONDAYS 10 WEEKS, TUESDAYS 9 WEEKS - NO SESSION MELBOURNE CUP DAY, NOVEMBER 1st)
- TIME: 1:00 PM - 3:45 PM
- COST: FEE BASED ON $20 PER WEEK (1 SESSION) or $38 PER WEEK (2 SESSIONS)
- Fees are payable at the beginning of each term.
KID’S ART (THURSDAYS - AFTER SCHOOL)
A unique programme for children aged 6-12 years. These courses offer a wide range of art experiences each term including drawing, collage, painting, sculpture and much more. Classes are taught by a professional art teacher. All materials supplied.
- TERM 3: STARTS JULY 21st
- TERM 4: STARTS OCTOBER 13th
- TIME: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
- COST: $108 FOR 8 WEEKS
KID’S ART (SATURDAYS)
A unique programme for children aged 6-12 years. These courses offer a wide range of art experiences each term including drawing, collage, painting, sculpture and much more. Classes are taught by a professional art teacher. All materials supplied.
- TERM 3: STARTS JULY 23rd
- TERM 4: STARTS OCTOBER 15th (NO CLASS OCTOBER 29th)
- TIME: 10:00 AM - 12:00 NOON
- COST: $108 FOR 8 WEEKS
NEW! CREATIVE WRITING FOR CHILDREN AND PARENTS WORKSHOP (SATURDAY)
An opportunity for children and their parent(s) to have some fun and express themselves through creative writing. Participants will write and illustrate a short story. Suitable for children aged 11-14.
- TERM 3: SATURDAY AUGUST 13th
- TIME: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
- COST: $5 PER FAMILY
NEW! "LEARN ITALIAN" PLAYGROUP (THURSDAYS)
An opportunity for you and your child to spend time playing together in an immersive Italian language and cultural experience. No knowledge of Italian is necessary.
- TERM 3: STARTS JULY 21st
- TERM 4: STARTS OCTOBER 13th
- TIME: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
- COST: $110 PER FAMILY FOR 10 WEEKS
Preschool Dance Session for Mums/Dads and Kids.
Come learn to roar like a Tiger, dance like a Snake and snap like a Croc in a weekly dance class featuring Storytelling, dance, drama and games. Fun for kids and parents. Suitable for babies to 3 y.o.
- TERM 3: STARTS AUGUST 5th
- TERM 4: STARTS OCTOBER 14th
- TIME: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
- COST: $10 FULL, $8 CONCESSION (PER SESSION)
- Contact: Lucille 0421 000 281 for enquiries or to enrol
NEW! OFFICE 2010 ESSENTIALS (THURSDAYS)
Refresh your skills and learn to use Microsoft Office 2010 proficiently. Course covers basic applications of Word, Excel, Access and Outlook. Enjoy a small, personalized class with plenty of time for questions. Familiarity with a previous version of Microsoft Office essential.
- TERM 3: STARTS AUGUST 18th
- TIME: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
- COST: $80 FOR 5 WEEKS
NEW! INVITATIONS FOR SPECIAL OCCASIONS (THURSDAYS)
Learn to create invitations and flyers for special occasions, business purposes, etc, using basic Microsoft software and “freeware”. Basic computer skills required. BYO USB flash drive to save your creations.
- TERM 3: STARTS AUGUST 18th
- TIME: 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
- COST: $70 FOR 4 WEEKS
RETURNING! PC USERS GROUP (TUESDAYS)
A social group for mature people with an interest in computers. Develop and enhance your computer skills in a friendly, supportive atmosphere.
- STARTS: JULY 19th
- TIME: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
- COST: $22 PER TERM
COMPUTERS & INTERNET FOR COMMUNITY USE
Our computers are available for public use during office hours. Access the internet, type documents or study online. Please phone first to check availability.
- COST: FREE!
- There is a charge for printing.
- Please phone to check availability.
HEALTH & WELL-BEING
ADAVIC ANXIETY SUPPORT GROUP (MONDAY EVENINGS)
Provides a forum for discussion in a safe and confidential environment. The group is guided by a facilitator.
- ONGOING
- TIME: 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
- COST: $3 PER SESSION FOR ADAVIC MEMBERS
- COST: $5 PER SESSION FOR NON-MEMBERS
- Contact ADAVIC (Anxiety Disorders Association of Victoria) on 9853 8089 for further information.
PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT
BRIDGES PROGRAMME (THURSDAYS)
Participants enjoy a range of art and craft based activities in a fun and social environment with the support of trained staff.
- This programme operates in partnership with Melbourne CityMission.
- For further details, please contact Terry on 9304 1523.
ENGLISH FOR ARABIC SPEAKING WOMEN (WEDNESDAYS)
A specialised, accredited English class for women of Arabic speaking background. Learn to speak, read and write English with confidence in a warm community setting.
- TERM 3: STARTS JULY 20th
- TERM 4: STARTS OCTOBER 12th
- TIME: 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
- COURSE FEE PAYABLE ON ENROLMENT
- This programme is offered in partnership with Arabic Welfare and Moreland Adult Education.
- For further information and enrolment, please contact Amal on 9380 9536.
This course is designed for members of the public to learn how to assist someone who is developing a mental illness or is in a mental health crisis. Mental health first aid is most relevant in situations when it is first becoming apparent to others that a person in their family, social or professional network is developing a mental health problem, but the course also provides information on how to assist a person who has a history of mental illness or longer term mental health problems.
Course covers depression, anxiety, psychosis, substance abuse, suicidal thoughts and behaviours, non-suicidal self injury, panic attacks, traumatic events, etc.
- Due to circumstances beyond our control we are unable to confirm a date for this course at the time of printing. Please let us know if you’re interested and we will contact you as soon as we have confirmation.
- The most likely class time is Tuesday mornings (4 sessions).
SPECIAL INTEREST GROUPS
CREATIVE WRITING WORKSHOPS (WEDNESDAYS)
A group for those who like to read and to write. Gain useful tips on structure, style and technique as your writing is workshopped in our friendly group. Gain inspiration to write your story, poem or novel as you read and discuss fiction by published authors.
- TERM 3: STARTS JULY 20th
- TERM 4: STARTS OCTOBER 12th
- TIME: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
- COST: $4 PER SESSION
- Class does not meet every week. Please contact us to confirm that the class is running on any given week.
WOMEN'S SOCIAL GROUP (THURSDAYS)
The group meets on a weekly basis to enjoy a diverse programme of activities, including guest speakers, cooking, crafts activities and occasional outings.
- TERM 3: STARTS JULY 21st
- TERM 4: STARTS OCTOBER 13th
- TIME: 10:00 AM - 12:00 NOON
- COST: $4 PER SESSION
COMMUNITY KITCHEN (MONDAYS)
Come along and learn a new recipe each week and cook with friends. The focus is on low-cost meals made with healthy ingredients. Each participant receives a small portion to take home. BYO container, all ingredients supplied.
- TERM 3: STARTS AUGUST 1st
- TERM 4: STARTS OCTOBER 13th
- TIME: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
- COST: $4 PER SESSION
NEW! TUESDAY TALKS (TUESDAYS, MONTHLY)
Meet new friends and enjoy a presentation from a guest speaker around a topic of interest, e.g. personal safety, human rights, health services and much more. Afternoon tea provided.
- DATES: AUGUST 2nd, SEPTEMBER 6th, OCTOBER 11th, NOVEMBER 8th, DECEMBER 6th
- TIME: 12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
- COST: GOLD COIN DONATION PER SESSION
- Please register your attendance one week in advance.
- Contact us or watch website for details of specific programme.
NEW! NEW WAYS FORWARD (MONDAYS, MONTHLY)
A social support and advocacy group for the parents and carers of children and young adults with disabilities. Share your experience and explore options for education, recreation and social activities for your child and your family.
- DATES: AUGUST 15th, SEPTEMBER 19th, OCTOBER 24th, NOVEMBER 21st, DECEMBER 12th
- TIME: 12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
- COST: GOLD COIN DONATION PER SESSION
NEW! RESIDENTS' ACTION GROUP (WEDNESDAYS, FORTNIGHTLY)
Meet your neighbours and work together to improve the safety, environment and services within our local area. Learn about your local Neighbourhood House and the resources available to you here. Group meets on a fortnightly basis.
- STARTS: SEPTEMBER 7 th
- TIME: 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
- COST: FREE
- Please register your attendance in advance.
NEW! WOMEN'S DANCE GROUP (SUNDAYS, MONTHLY)
Details to be advised.
- DATES: AUGUST 28th, SEPTEMBER 25th, OCTOBER 30th, NOVEMBER 27th
- Contact: Lucille 0421 000 281 for enquiries or to enrol
If you are interested in volunteering at Nicholson Street Community House, please see our Volunteering page.
COMMUNITY GROUP TRAINING FOR VOLUNTEERS
Low cost training programmes are available to people who are volunteers for organisations within the City of Moreland. These classes are funded by Moreland City Council.
Course include:
- Computer skills
- First Aid
- Food Handling
- Committee training
For details of this semester’s programme, please contact us for a course brochure.
ELIGIBILITY
To be eligible to enrol in these programmes you must be currently volunteering for a City of Moreland-based group, club or organisation.
Some places may be available for full-fee-paying participants.
To enrol or for further enquiries please contact us.
SPECIAL EVENTS
To be advised.