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Events Calendar
AUBURN FESTIVAL• Saturday29September,2pm-6pm
Auburn Town Centre, Auburn Road, Auburn
DIWALI• Saturday27October
Wentworthville Town Centre, Station Street, Wentworthville
CHRISTMAS IN THE GARDENS• Saturday8December
Auburn Botanic Gardens, Corner of Chiswick and Chisholm Roads, Auburn
TOWN CENTRE CHRISTMAS TREE FESTIVITIES • Variousdates
Various Town Centres throughout Cumberland
TERM 4 PROGRAMOctober - December 2018
REGISTRATIONSANDPAYMENTSREGISTRATIONS(FREEPROGRAMS)Registrations are essential for most programs.
Register online at cumberland.nsw.gov.au/lifelonglearning or contact the phone number listed where indicated.
Note: Programs with low enrolments may be cancelled.
PAYMENTS(PAIDPROGRAMS)• Pay online: cumberland.nsw.gov.au/lifelonglearning
• Pay in person: at Cumberland Council’s administration buildings (Auburn and Merrylands)
• Card-based payments can be made at Auburn Centre for Community and Berala Community Centre during business hours, contact centre staff on (02) 8757 9000
• For payments for Over 55s programs: contact the Social Inclusion Team on (02) 8757 9031 or email social.inclusion@cumberland.nsw.gov.au
For more details on programs and payment options visit: cumberland.nsw.gov.au/lifelonglearning
GENERALENQUIRIESContact Customer Service on
T: (02) 8757 9036
E:lifelonglearningofficer@cumberland.nsw.gov.au
REFUNDSPlease submit your request for refunds to theLifelongLearningOfficer
T: (02) 8757 9036
E:lifelonglearningofficer@cumberland.nsw.gov.au
For programs paid online, please submit your request via Eventbrite.com
FEEDbAckANDFAcILITATORSPlease submit your feedback or interest in facilitating to the Lifelong Learning Officer
T: (02) 8757 9036
E:lifelonglearningofficer@cumberland.nsw.gov.au
DISCLAIMER: Participants of allprograms do so at their own risk andbased on an assessment of their ownhealth, wellbeing and capacity to do so. It remains at all times the participant’s responsibility to consult with their healthcare professional and receive approval prior to participation.
PUBLIC HOLIDAYS: Programs will not run if they fall on public holidays.
Lifelong Learning Program
ARTS . BUSINESS . COMMUNITY CENTRES . CULTURE
Celebrate Your Town, Your Stories
Programs for Children and Young People
Free ProgramsYOUTHPROGRAMS(Ages: 12-18 years)
Sports programs, music, soccer, end of month Oz Tag and BBQ, pool table, PS4 and more! Connect with other young people in the area and chat with our youth workers!
Delivered by Cumberland Multicultural Community Services.
• Fridays(19October-14December),3pm-6pm Berala Community CentreEnquiries: 8757 9026
cUMbERLANDYOUTHcENTRESActivities for youth aged 12-18 years around Cumberland at Granville Youth and Community Recreation Centre, Guildford Youth Centre and Wentworthville Youth Centre.
Enquiries: 9840 9911 or 0484 007 863
bEYOUPLAYGROUP(Ages: 0-5 years)
Encourages early learning, social interaction, physical activity and a great place for caregivers to have a cuppa!
During school term:
• Thursdays,10am-11.30amGranville Youth and CommunityRecreation CentreEnquiries: 8757 9027
Creative ArtscUMbERLANDcOMMUNITYcHOIRCombined choir representing all of Cumberland. For all singing abilities, no experience necessary.
$55 per term
• Tuesdays(16October-18December),7pm-9pmAuburn Centre for CommunityEnquiries: 8757 9036
Food and CulturecUMbERLANDFOODIESGROUP(MIXEDLEVEL)(NEW)Calling all passionate foodies, from home cooks and to seasoned food connoisseurs. Join our food focused social club and share your tips and tricks of the culinary kind and with like-minded food enthusiasts! Topics can range from ingredients, kitchen techniques or aspecificdishthat’sachallengeoraculturaltreat. Skill level is not important, as the aim of the group is to support peer based learning.
Note: Please bring an apron.
$25 per student
• Saturdays(3,10&17November),10am-2pmAuburn Centre for Community
cUMbERLANDbAkERSGROUP(bEGINNERS)(NEW)Calling all bakers to professional pastry makers. Join our baking group and not only learn the basics, but also master the trickier aspects of baking.Youwillgaintheconfidenceandskilltobake brilliant and delectable treats for yourself, friends and family. Skill level is not important, as the aim of the group is to support peer based learning.
Note: Please bring an apron.
$25 per student
• Saturdays(1,15&22December),10am-2pmAuburn Centre for Community
Free Programs YARNUP-cHAT,OUTINGSANDLUNcHPROGRAM(Ages: For Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders over 50 years or people with disability over 18 years)
This is a casual get together for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander service users. Transport and lunch is provided.
• Fridays(onceamonth),10am-3pmLane Street Cottage, 42 Lane Street, WentworthvilleEnquiries: 8757 9031
SILVERSURFERS(Ages: For seniors over 65 years and people with disability over 18 years)
A volunteer is available to assist and teach anyone who is interested in learning how to surf the internet. Learn how to stay in touch with loved ones near and far! Bookings required.
• Fridays(19October-14December),10am-12pmGuildford Community CentreEnquiries: 8757 9031
SOcIALcLUb:NIckNAckkNITTERS• Fridays,11.30am-3pm
(continues during school holidays)Berala Community CentreEnquiries: 8757 9026
LINEDANcING(Ages: For people over 55 years only)
$60 per term
• Tuesdays(16October-18December),10am-12pmGranville Youth and Community Recreation CentreEnquiries: 8757 9031
ZUMbAGOLD(Ages: For people over 55 years only)
$40 per term
• Wednesdays(17October-19December),9.30am-10.30amPemulwuy Allan G Ezzy Community Centre
• Thursdays(18October-13December),9am-10amBerala Community Centre
Enquiries: 8757 9031
PAINTINGcLASS(Ages: For people over 55 years only)
$60 per term
• Fridays(19October-14December),10am-12pmGranville Youth and Community Recreation CentreEnquiries: 8757 9031
SocialWELLNESSAcTIVITIES(Ages: For seniors over 65 years and people with disability over 18 years)
A range of activities are provided including armchair travel, indoor sports, games, singing, craft and more! Get your hearts moving with gentle exercises each day. It could be Tai Chair, Zumba Gold, Move It or Lose It and Chair Aerobics! There are also guest speakers and performers throughout the month. Transport is available.
Meal $8, Transport $10.40, Activity $4
• Mondays,TuesdaysandFridays(15October-19December),10am-2pmGuildford Community Centre
• Wednesdays(17October-19December),10am-2pmBerala Community Centre
• Thursdays(18October-13December),10am-2pmGranville Youth and Community Recreation Centre
Enquiries: 8757 9031
SOcIALOUTINGS,DINE-INFILMS,FRIDAYFEAST,bINGO,bOWLSANDMORE(Ages: For seniors over 65 years and people with disability over 18 years)
A range of social programs run daily as well as Filipino, Maltese, Spanish, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and Male Only groups.
Small fees apply
• MondaytoFriday(15October-19December),9am-3pmGuildford Community CentreEnquiries: 8757 9031
Over 55s ProgramsAll enquiries and payments for Over 55s programs: contact Social Inclusion Team on 8757 9031 or email social.inclusion@cumberland.nsw.gov.au
GENTLEFITNESS(Ages: For people over 55 years only)
$40 per term
• Mondays(15October-17December),9am-10amRegents Park Community Centre
• Tuesdays(16October-18December),10am-11amMerrylands Community Centre (Miller Street Room)
• Wednesdays(17October-19December),9am-10amAuburn Centre for Community
• Thursdays(18October-13December),9am-10am(NEW)Wentworthville Community Centre (Grevillea Room)
• Fridays(19October-14December),9am-10amBerala Community Centre
Enquiries: 8757 9031
Free Programs All programs are FREE and held at the Peacock Gallery and Auburn Arts Studio unless otherwise stated. Please book at peacockgalleryauburn.eventbrite.com.au
Enquiries: 8757 9029
School holidays at the Peacock Gallery - creative and fun art and skills based workshops.
MAkERScIRcLE(Ages: For artists and craftspeople of all experience levels, children must be accompanied by an adult or guardian aged 18+)
Share and learn new skills. For artists and craftspeople of all experience levels - work on your own project or learn something new in this free craft workshop.
• FirstThursdayofthemonth(6October,1November,6December),11.30am-1.30pm
cREATIVEcONNEcTIONS(Ages: All ages and experience levels, children must be accompanied by an adult or guardian aged 18+)
Fun art activities for all ages and abilities. Take a closer look at the artwork in the exhibition with a gallery guide and then create your own artwork. Family friendly.
• Sundays(until16December),12pm-3pm(except public holidays)
Arts Programsat the Peacock Gallery
Education and Learning MATHSLESSONSFORPRIMARYAGEDSTUDENTS(Ages: 6-12 years*)
*Note: Children must be accompanied by an adult.
$70 per term (first session free)
• Thursdays(18October-13December),4pm-5pmBerala Community CentreEnquiries: 8757 9026
Free Programs
PROGRAMS@LIbRARIESCumberland Council Library Services offers a range of activities for both children and adults. Children’s activities include weekly sessions for babies and toddlers, homework help for school aged children and school holiday activities. For adults we run different classes and assistance programs including English Conversation Classes, Family History Research Assistance, computer classes and help sessions, jobseekingassistance,formfillingservices and Justice of the Peace sessions. Adults can also join one of our social clubs such as book clubs, knitting clubs, a creative writing club, a movie club and a board games club. People unable to visit the Library can access recreational and educational material from our online resources. Information about locations and times for these and other activities and resources can be found on our website at library.cumberland.nsw.gov.au or call us on 9735 1399.
JUSTIcESOFTHEPEAcE(JP)SERVIcES*JPs are persons authorised to witness and sign statutory declarations, affidavitsandcertifydocuments.
*Note: This service is provided by volunteers and is subject to changes based on their availability. Please contact the library or centre before attending to ensure the JP is onsite. For a full schedule of JP Services across Cumberland visit: cumberland.nsw.gov.au/library
Enquiries: 9735 1399
• Thursdays,10am-12pmAuburn Centre for CommunityEnquiries: 8757 9028
• Thursdays,10am-11amBerala Community Centre
ENGLISHcONVERSATIONcLASSESImproveyourEnglishandrefineyourconversation skills in a friendly class run by volunteer tutors.Check the program for classes on the Library website: cumberland.nsw.gov.au/libraryEnquiries: 9735 1399• Mondays,11am-1pm• Wednesdays,10am-12pm• Fridays,10am-12pm(NEW)Auburn Centre for CommunityEnquiries: 8757 9028
ENGLISHcONVERSATIONcLASS(MANDARINORcHINESESPEAkINGbAckGROUND)Learn basic writing and conversation in English for beginners of a Mandarin speaking background.• Tuesdays,10am-1pm
(during school term only)Berala Community CentreEnquiries: 8757 9026
MANDARINLANGUAGEcLASS-bEGINNERS(during school term only)Learn basic writing and conversation in Mandarin.Note: Proficiency in English required.• Fridays,6.30pm-8.30pm
Berala Community CentreEnquiries: 8757 9026
cONNEcTTOWORk(JObSEARcHANDADVIcE,RESUMEHELP,INTERVIEWSkILLS)Looking for a job in Australia? Need help with your resume? Want to practise your interview skills? Drop in or make an appointment to receive free employment advice at Auburn or Merrylands Library.
• AuburnLibrary » Wednesdays, 9.30am-4.30pm
(drop in) » Thursdays, 9.30am-1pm
(by appointment, 9735 1399)
• MerrylandsLibrary » Thursdays, 2pm-4.30pm
Enquiries: 0490 386 001 (Wed - Fri) or 9735 1399
cOMPUTERcLASSES(continues during school holidays)
• Auburncentreforcommunity » Mondays, 10am-12pm » Wednesdays, 10am-12pm
Enquiries: 8757 9028
• beralacommunitycentre » Thursdays, 10am-12pm
Enquiries: 8757 9026
Flavours of Auburn ExploretheflavoursandculturesofAuburn by taking part in a walking food and culture tour or a hands-on cooking class at a local community centre.
COOKING CLASSESLearn the secrets of cuisines from around the world in our hands-on cooking classes delivered by local chefs and home cooks and enjoy a beautiful dinner at the end. Note: Please contact us for dietary requirements.Enquiries: 8757 9796
EGYPTIAN (Ages: 12+ years)$70 adults, $50 local residents, $45 concession • Friday26October,6pm-9pm
Auburn Centre for Community
ETHIOPIAN(Ages: 12+ years)$70 adults, $50 local residents, $45 concession • Friday9November,6pm-9pm
Auburn Centre for Community
AFGHANI(Ages: 12+ years)$70 adults, $50 local residents, $45 concession • Friday7December,6pm-9pm
Auburn Centre for Community
PAkISTANIAges: 12+ years)$70 adults, $50 local residents, $45 concession • Friday23November,6pm-9pm
Auburn Centre for Community
FOOD AND CULTURE TOURSMeet Cumberland’s hospitable, welcoming community and delve into their diverse cuisines and cultures while visiting a range of local businesses sharing with you their delicacies and stories.Note: Please contact us for dietary requirements.Enquiries: 8757 9796
TURkISH(Ages: All ages)$70 adults, $50 local residents, $45 concession • Saturday13October,10.30am-1.30pm
Meet at Auburn Station
MIDDLEEASTERN(Ages: All ages)$70 adults, $50 local residents, $45 concession • Saturday17November,10.30am-1.30pmMeet at Auburn Station
TURkISH(Ages: All ages)$70 adults, $50 local residents, $45 concession • Saturday1December,10.30am-1.30pm
Meet at Auburn Station
Tofindoutmoreaboutupcomingclassesand tours go to:
flavoursofauburn.com.au
Lifelong Learning Program Locations
AUbURNcENTREFORcOMMUNITYCorner of Macquarie Road and Hutchinson Street, Auburn Enquiries: 8757 9028auburncentreforcommunity@cumberland.nsw.gov.au
bERALAcOMMUNITYcENTRECorner of Woodburn Road and Tilba Street, Berala Enquiries: 8757 9026beralacommunitycentre@cumberland.nsw.gov.au
GRANVILLEYOUTHANDcOMMUNITYREcREATIONcENTRE3A Memorial Drive, Granville Enquiries: 8757 9027granvillecommunitycentre@cumberland.nsw.gov.au
GUILDFORDcOMMUNITYcENTRE367 Guildford Road, GuildfordEnquiries: 9632 2765
PEAcOckGALLERYANDAUbURNARTSSTUDIO/AUbURNbOTANIcGARDENS Corner of Chiswick and Chisholm Roads, Auburn Enquiries: 8757 9029 or 8757 9000
PEMULWUYALLANGEZZYcOMMUNITYcENTRE1 Newport Street, PemulwuyEnquiries: 8757 9000
Mobility access is available offering a clear path of travel throughout the venue
A clear path of travel throughout the venue for those who are blind or have low vision
For more information on Council’s Community Facilities visit:
www.cumberland.nsw.gov.au/recreation/facility-bookings/community-centres
Council runs a FREE service on weekends (Sat and Sun) and Access Loop bus on weekdays (Tues - Fri) to the Auburn Botanic Gardens and other community centres. For further details visit: www.cumberland.nsw.gov.au/bus-service
ToPlanyourTrip:Call the Transport Info-Line on 131 500 or visit www.transportnsw.info
Did you know that you can hire Community Centres and the Japanese Gardens for private functions? Please phone Customer Service on (02) 8757 9000 for further information.
Cumberland Council16 Memorial Avenue, PO Box 42, Merrylands NSW 2160
T 8757 9000 F 9840 9734 W cumberland.nsw.gov.au Ecouncil@cumberland.nsw.gov.auCumberlandCouncilSydney
Health, Fitness and Recreation PILATES(Ages: 18+ years)
$70 per term
• Mondays(15October-17December),6.30pm-7.30pm(NEW)Guildford Community Centre
• Tuesdays(16October-18December),6.15pm-7.15pm(WOMEN ONLY)Berala Community Centre
• Thursdays(18October-13December),7.30pm-8.30pmPemulwuy Allan G Ezzy Community Centre
Enquiries: 8757 9036
ZUMbA(Ages: 18+ years)
$70 per term
• Wednesdays(17October-19December),7.30pm-8.30pmPemulwuy Allan G Ezzy Community Centre
• Wednesdays(17October-19December),6.30pm-7.30pm(WOMEN ONLY)Berala Community Centre
• Thursdays(18October-13December),6.30pm-7.30pm(NEW)Guildford Community Centre
• Fridays(19October-14December),10.15am-11.15amBerala Community Centre
Enquiries: 8757 9036
YOGAANDRELAXATION(Ages: 18+ years)
$70 per term
• Tuesdays(16October-18December),6.30pm-7.30pm(NEW)Guildford Community Centre
• Wednesdays(17October-19December),7.45pm-8.45pmBerala Community Centre
Enquiries: 8757 9036
bOOTcAMP(Ages: 18+ years)
$70 per term
• Thursdays(18October-13December),6.15pm-7.15pmPemulwuy Allan G Ezzy Community CentreEnquiries: 8757 9036
PAMPERINGSESSIONS-MANIcUREORPEDIcURE(NEW)(Ages: 18+ years)
$20 per session (60 mins)
• Mondays(15October-26November),10am-2pmBerala Community Centre
• Sundays(21October-2December),10am-2pmAuburn Centre for Community
Enquiries: 8757 9036
Free ProgramsTAbLETENNIS(continues during school holidays)
Table tennis is a fun exercise and social activity.
• Mondays,2pm-5pm• Fridays,2.30pm-5.30pmBerala Community CentreEnquiries: 8757 9026
Business Support
Free Programs DISCOVER CUMBERLANDbUSTOURResidents will explore Council facilities,findoutaboutfreeandaffordable services and visit some of Cumberland’s landmarks. A light lunch will be provided. The tour is accessible and offers limited wheelchair seats.
• Wednesday28November,10am-2pmMerrylandsOffice,16 Memorial Avenue, MerrylandsEnquiries: 8757 9796
bUSINESScONNEcTbUS&LIVEMUSIcExperienced Business Connect advisors will provide personalised support on how to start, grow, or innovate your business in the dedicated advisory bus. Meanwhile a live music performance will celebrate the visit of the business bus in Cumberland.
• Tuesday9October,9am-4pmMerrylands (Open Space beside McFarlane Street Carpark)Bookings/Enquiries: 8757 9491
cELEbRATETHESUccESSOFSMALLbUSINESSINcUMbERLANDA networking event with keynote speakers from relevant industries, celebrating the contribution of small business to Cumberland’s economy. Presented by Cumberland Council in partnership with Merrylands Chamber of Commerce and Cumberland Business Chamber.
• Thursday18October,6.30pm-8.30pmThe Holroyd Centre, 17 Miller Street, MerrylandsBookings/Enquiries: 8757 9491
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