A warm welcome to the Belgrave Lake Park Cottage! Nestled among the trees of Belgrave Lake Park, the Cottage is the perfect venue for playgroups and children’s parties. Come and play!
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March 4th
Stop the press! Eastern Regional Libraries are having a BOOK SALE in Scoresby on March 11 and 12. All funds raised going toward getting essential items to people experiencing homelessness. Warning: there may not be any kid’s books left if you get there after me 😬😬
Books For Beds - Giant Book Sale (fundraiser For 'Backpack Bed For Homeless')
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Come on down to Your Library's giant book sale and get a mystery box of books for $5. All funds raised go to 'Backpack Bed for Homeless'! Select a box of Adult Fiction, Non-Fiction or Junior items. Th...
March 4th
This week’s recommended read: Where the Sea Meets the Sky. This is a lovely engaging read about a brave curious little sea otter. Available from Eastern Regional Libraries.
March 3rd
Folks! Roll up roll up to our upcoming CLOTHES SWAP. Should be a fab evening with delicious vegan share platters, adults and kids clothes, a raffle with great prizes, drinks and good times. All funds raised go towards BLPC Playgroup, goodness knows we need them post covid!
NightlightsFriday March 19th, 2021, 7:30PMBelgrave Lake Park Cottage PlaygroupBelgrave Lake Park Cottage Playgroup presents Nightlights, bi-monthly social event open to all community members.
THIS MONTH- Nightlights: Swap and Share!
This Nightlights is a fundraiser featuring a clothes swap and delicious share plates prepared by vegan cooking extraordinaire Jennifer McAdam.
All proceeds go towards Belgrave Lake Park Cottage Playgroup. This event will help BLPC Playgroup fundraise for the installation of a new electric oven and replenishing our sandpit. Like so many organisations and businesses, our bank account took a big hit during covid - so we need all the help we can get!
Cost: $10 for members, $15 for non-members. Kids Welcome.
Bookings essential. Follow the link to book today: www.trybooking.com/BOPDJ
MORE INFO:
Wholesome platters will include decadent plant-based cheeses, creamy and zesty dips made with local produce and scrumptious home-baked goodies.
Booze and delicious non-alcoholic beverages will be available by donation for a rollicking good time while you peruse an array of FREE clothes and shoes all whilst nibbling on a tasty treat. Feel free to BYO if you prefer.
Bring your old hole-ridden clothes and linen etc to add to our 'rag bag' and save from landfill. We will take them to a recycling facility to be turned into rags - gold coin donation.
Get a raffle ticket to go in the draw for some awesome prizes including an Artful Splodgers art pack and a voucher for face painting at your kiddos’ next birthday party!
The fine print:
• Adult and children’s clothes, shoes and small bags are all welcome
• All items should be in a clean condition
• Any unwanted items will be delivered to a local op-shop
• Included in your ticket is a delicious share plate, tea and coffee. Alcoholic drinks and delicious non-alcohol drinks (eg. kombucha) available for a donation. BYO alcohol is fine too.
Can't make it but keen to support? Great condition, clean, pre-loved clothes can be dropped in the foyer of Belgrave Lake Park Cottage from Monday March 15. If the Cottage is locked/unattended when you arrive, please leave them inside the gate at the front door.
Bookings essential. Follow the link to book today: www.trybooking.com/BOPDJ
Nightlights
THIS MONTH- Nightlights: Swap and Share!
This Nightlights is a fundraiser featuring a clothes swap and delicious share plates prepared by vegan cooking extraordinaire Jennifer McAdam.
All proceeds go towards Belgrave Lake Park Cottage Playgroup. This event will help BLPC Playgroup fundraise for the installation of a new electric oven and replenishing our sandpit. Like so many organisations and businesses, our bank account took a big hit during covid - so we need all the help we can get!
Cost: $10 for members, $15 for non-members. Kids Welcome.
Bookings essential. Follow the link to book today: www.trybooking.com/BOPDJ
MORE INFO:
Wholesome platters will include decadent plant-based cheeses, creamy and zesty dips made with local produce and scrumptious home-baked goodies.
Booze and delicious non-alcoholic beverages will be available by donation for a rollicking good time while you peruse an array of FREE clothes and shoes all whilst nibbling on a tasty treat. Feel free to BYO if you prefer.
Bring your old hole-ridden clothes and linen etc to add to our 'rag bag' and save from landfill. We will take them to a recycling facility to be turned into rags - gold coin donation.
Get a raffle ticket to go in the draw for some awesome prizes including an Artful Splodgers art pack and a voucher for face painting at your kiddos’ next birthday party!
The fine print:
• Adult and children’s clothes, shoes and small bags are all welcome
• All items should be in a clean condition
• Any unwanted items will be delivered to a local op-shop
• Included in your ticket is a delicious share plate, tea and coffee. Alcoholic drinks and delicious non-alcohol drinks (eg. kombucha) available for a donation. BYO alcohol is fine too.
Can't make it but keen to support? Great condition, clean, pre-loved clothes can be dropped in the foyer of Belgrave Lake Park Cottage from Monday March 15. If the Cottage is locked/unattended when you arrive, please leave them inside the gate at the front door.
Bookings essential. Follow the link to book today: www.trybooking.com/BOPDJ
March 1st
Get yourselves up to Belgrave Library folks! Cute big library bags for $8, Storytime sessions, and BOOKS! Just. So. Many. Good books!
February 25th
Holiday Fun at Belgrave Lake Park CottageWednesday April 14th, 2021, 10:00AM29 Park Drive Belgrave Lake ParkJoin us for a fun-filled holiday playtime at Belgrave Lake Park Cottage!
Two sessions available. Programs differ.
**AM SESSION**
10-11am: Amy's Autumn Art Session
11-11.30am: Break
11.30-12pm: Drumming Circle with Soul Circles Drumming
Amy's Autumn Art Session:
Join Amy for some Autumn Arty fun!
Together we will explore colour, texture and shape to create beautiful collage out of natural materials. Tailored to all abilities this will be a relaxing child lead art class.
Drumming Circle:
Kids of all ages will enjoy exploring their unique rhythm and creativity in this West African inspired drumming circle, facilitated by Soul Circles Drumming: www.soulcirclesdrumming.com/
**PM SESSION**
1-1.30pm: Drumming Circle with Soul Circles Drumming
1.30-2pm: Break
2-2.45pm: Abraunicorm Magic Show with with Fairy Freckles
Drumming Circle: see above
Abraunicorm Magic Show with with Fairy Freckles:
Fairy Freckles has a new deluxe magic show. Is it Abracadabra or stinky socks that makes the magic work?
Suitable for kids 2.5 years +
All Welcome!
Free for playgroup members
$10 for non-members
Children 0- 6
Our COVID-safe plan necessitates capacity caps...
So grab those tickets now!
Two sessions available. Programs differ.
**AM SESSION**
10-11am: Amy's Autumn Art Session
11-11.30am: Break
11.30-12pm: Drumming Circle with Soul Circles Drumming
Amy's Autumn Art Session:
Join Amy for some Autumn Arty fun!
Together we will explore colour, texture and shape to create beautiful collage out of natural materials. Tailored to all abilities this will be a relaxing child lead art class.
Drumming Circle:
Kids of all ages will enjoy exploring their unique rhythm and creativity in this West African inspired drumming circle, facilitated by Soul Circles Drumming: www.soulcirclesdrumming.com/
**PM SESSION**
1-1.30pm: Drumming Circle with Soul Circles Drumming
1.30-2pm: Break
2-2.45pm: Abraunicorm Magic Show with with Fairy Freckles
Drumming Circle: see above
Abraunicorm Magic Show with with Fairy Freckles:
Fairy Freckles has a new deluxe magic show. Is it Abracadabra or stinky socks that makes the magic work?
Suitable for kids 2.5 years +
All Welcome!
Free for playgroup members
$10 for non-members
Children 0- 6
Our COVID-safe plan necessitates capacity caps...
So grab those tickets now!
February 24th
This week’s featured playspace: teeny tiny playground at Howard Norman Reserve beside Mount Dandenong shops.
This is a small and simple affair, the main draw card being the chance to potter about in the nearby shops, which are delightfully local (including a great fruit and veg shop, and an organics shop). They stand in stark contrast to other towns on the Ridge like Sassafras and Olinda which cater predominantly to tourists. Do it!
This is a small and simple affair, the main draw card being the chance to potter about in the nearby shops, which are delightfully local (including a great fruit and veg shop, and an organics shop). They stand in stark contrast to other towns on the Ridge like Sassafras and Olinda which cater predominantly to tourists. Do it!
February 23rd
Just a reminder for those that have booked, this is TONIGHT!
There is one spot still available if anyone would like to attend.
First Aid for ParentsTuesday February 23rd, 2021, 7:00PMBelgrave Lake Park Cottage PlaygroupCome along to this First Aid for Parents Session at Belgrave Lake Park Cottage, presented by Parentmedic.
ABOUT PARENTMEDIC
Parentmedic Baby & Child First Aid sessions are provided in your home or location by a Parentmedic Educator.
All Parentmedic Educators have completed specialised education with The Parentmedic Movement to ensure they are up to date with current recommendations and first aid regulations.
ABOUT THE SESSION
You will learn information in children's health, first aid and safety in a warm and friendly environment. The session aims to help you feel more confident and prepared in handling common childhood health issues and knowing what to do in an emergency.
You will learn:-
Baby + Child CPR
Safe Eating + First Aid for Choking
Head injuries
Allergies + Anaphylaxis-
Fevers + Temperature Management
AND MORE!
Cost: $30
You can RSVP and pay for the session here:
mailtrack.io/trace/link/f04c70d403f5e484418ab5175508ae5fe4e6ed58?url=https%3A%2F%2Fevents.humanit...
There is one spot still available if anyone would like to attend.
First Aid for Parents
ABOUT PARENTMEDIC
Parentmedic Baby & Child First Aid sessions are provided in your home or location by a Parentmedic Educator.
All Parentmedic Educators have completed specialised education with The Parentmedic Movement to ensure they are up to date with current recommendations and first aid regulations.
ABOUT THE SESSION
You will learn information in children's health, first aid and safety in a warm and friendly environment. The session aims to help you feel more confident and prepared in handling common childhood health issues and knowing what to do in an emergency.
You will learn:-
Baby + Child CPR
Safe Eating + First Aid for Choking
Head injuries
Allergies + Anaphylaxis-
Fevers + Temperature Management
AND MORE!
Cost: $30
You can RSVP and pay for the session here:
mailtrack.io/trace/link/f04c70d403f5e484418ab5175508ae5fe4e6ed58?url=https%3A%2F%2Fevents.humanit...
February 19th
Our first Goodnights event for the year is happening NOW. Learning about Aboriginal incarceration, the Black Lives Matter movement and what we can do about this issue.. Oh, and weaving 😉
February 19th
Do you live in Monbulk or go there regularly to shop? The Council is improving the recreation reserve near the Woolworths, including improving the play space. Now is the time to get in and let them know what you think about their proposed plan! Feedback open until March 10.
Head here for more info: www.yarraranges.vic.gov.au/Council/Engage-Yarra-Ranges/Monbulk-Recreation-Reserve-Playspace-and-C...
Head here for more info: www.yarraranges.vic.gov.au/Council/Engage-Yarra-Ranges/Monbulk-Recreation-Reserve-Playspace-and-C...