What’s On At Home? September 2020 Edition

What’s On At Home?

September 2020 edition

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This newsletter contains information about a range of free and low-cost activities and resources that young people and their families can access from home.

If you would like to contact us about this document, or if you have any other enquiries relating to Brimbank Youth Services, please call 9249 4110 or email bys@brimbank.vic.gov.au.

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The BOLD Source Magazine Callouts | 10-25 YEAR OLDS | The BOLD Source team is looking to publish young people’s creative works, both visual and written, that relates to the theme Transformation / Metamorphosis. They want to see your opinion essays, short stories, poetry, drawings, photography, comics, and more!

Interested in submitting? Get in touch with BYS! Email: bys@brimbank.vic.gov.au Brimbank Libraries School Holiday Program | PRIMARY STUDENTS | The Libraries have put together a fun line-up of activities to for you to check out. For more information on what’s on and to register your spot, visit the link below! No cost.

Super Science | TUE 22 September | 2.00-2.45PM Mad Scientists | WED 23 September | 2.00-2.45PM Marvellous Minibeasts | FRI 25 Sep | 10.30-11.15AM Bees Knees | WED 30 September | 10.30-11.15AM Giant Bubbles | FRI 2 October | 2.00-2.45PM Minibeast Craft Activities | available on YouTube Link: Click here Brimbank Libraries School Holiday Program | 1625 YEAR OLDS | The Libraries have put together a fun line-up of activities to for you to check out. For more information on what’s on and to register your spot, visit the link below! No cost.

An Emerging Brimbank Artists Journey | WED 30 September | 2.00PM Writing Workshop | THURS 24 September | 2.00PM Create a Macramé Plant Hanger | TUE 29 September | 2.00PM Start Your Own Business: Business Basics | THURS 1 October | 2.00PM Link: Click here Study Support In Brimbank | STUDENTS | A guide of local Study Support programs currently being offered across Brimbank.

Link: Click here Scholarship Support | STUDENTS | 1 on 1 help for young people applying for scholarships. Bookings essential. Please call 9249 4116 or email learning@brimbank.vic.gov.au to make an appointment.

Beyond Your Resume | JOBSEEKERS | Get help with writing cover letters, responding to key selection criteria, applying for jobs online and interview preparation. Bookings essential. Please call 9249 4116 or email learning@brimbank.vic.gov.au to make an appointment.

The Bowery Theatre | FAMILY-FRIENDLY | STACC has heaps of online events to check out, including workshops, galleries, web series, theatre and more!

Link: https://bowerystacc.com.au/events/ Zoom VCE Study Support | VCE STUDENTS | 2 facilitated VCE Revision sessions aiming to help you prepare for your final exams. No cost ZOOM | THURS 1 October | 11.00AM-12.30PM Link: Register here Healthy & Well-thy | 16-25 YEAR OLDS | Join us as we discuss ways to be safe and healthy; and learn some practical tools around lifestyle and wellness.

Weekly Friday sessions from 4.00-4.45PM. No cost.

Link: Register here Spoonsville in Brimbank | ALL AGES | Get active and explore using this map of all the Spoonsville we have found in Brimbank. Spoonsville art activity packs are available for Brimbank residents only.

Contact us for a pack, available for pick up or contactless delivery. Numbers are limited. No cost.

Call 9249 4665 or NHCCSocial@brimbank.vic.gov.au Family Fun Trivia | ALL AGES | In this trivia quiz, families will be pitted against families to see who can get the most answers correct. The winners get a family fun entertainment pack (board games, cards, puzzles, books, etc.). No cost, registration required.

ZOOM | WED 23 September | 2.00-3.00PM ZOOM | WED 30 September | 7.00-8.00PM Call 9249 4665 or NHCCSocial@brimbank.vic.gov.au We Got You Art Therapy sessions | 11-17 YEAR OLDS | Explore emotions, self-awareness, self-esteem and work on social skills through visual arts. Facilitated

by Indigenous artist Ngardarb Francine Riches.

Register to get your activity pack- pick up or delivery available. No cost.

ZOOM | THURS 24 September | 4.00-5.30PM ZOOM | THURS 1 October | 4.00-5.30PM 9249 4665 or NHCCSocial@brimbank.vic.gov.au

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Zine making – JOY it’s all in your imagination! | 912 YEAR OLDS | If you like crafting or want to try a new creative path just for the fun of it- this is for YOU. Register to get your zine making pack- pick up or delivery available. No cost, ZOOM | THURS 24 September | 1.00-2.30PM ZOOM | THURS 1 October | 1.00-2.30PM 9249 4665 or NHCCSocial@brimbank.vic.gov.au

Art Sessions | 12-25 YEAR OLDS | Learn about different styles of art. Grab whatever you’ve got at home and get creative. These sessions will be facilitated by another young person and will be a space to socialise, connect and learn! No cost.

ZOOM | THURS 24 September | 5.30-6.30PM ZOOM | THURS 1 October | 5.30-6.30PM Register: phoenix@maribyrnong.vic.gov.au

House Hunt | ALL AGES | Join us for a fast-paced, around the house scavenger hunt! No cost, registration required. Call 9249 4665.

ZOOM | FRI 25 September | 10.00-10.45AM ZOOM | FRI 2 September | 5.00-5.45PM

Talk to a Youth Worker | Maribyrnong Youth Services will continue to provide local young people with individual support during COVID-19 restrictions.

Whether you’re looking for specific information on services that can help, or just for a chat. No cost.

Link: Access the service here.

What’s On In Maribyrnong Isolation Creations | A series of workshops, performances and activities for you to watch and join from home! Showcasing local talented young people. New videos added regularly.

Links: Website and YouTube Music Creators Workshop | 12-25 YEAR OLDS | Connect with music creators online. Share your music ideas and get advice from other music makers about lyric writing, song creation, producing and recording. No cost.

ZOOM | MON 21 September | 5.30-6.30PM ZOOM | MON 28 September | 5.30-6.30PM Register: phoenix@maribyrnong.vic.gov.au L2R Dance Session | 12-25 YEAR OLDS | Participate in a high-quality hip-hop dance session with Daisuke. No cost.

ZOOM | TUE 22 September | 1.00-2.00PM Register: phoenix@maribyrnong.vic.gov.au Quiz Game Challenge | 12-25 YEAR OLDS | Join the Maribyrnong Youth Advisory Committee (MYAC) for a night of games. By participating, you will go in the draw to win one of 4 $50 vouchers. No cost.

ZOOM | WED 23 September | 5.00-6.00PM Register: phoenix@maribyrnong.vic.gov.au FRI Night Live | 12-25 YEAR OLDS | Interactive music program by young people. No cost.

ZOOM | FRI 25 September | 6.00PM-7.00PM ZOOM | FRI 2 October | 6.00PM-7.00PM Register: phoenix@maribyrnong.vic.gov.au

What’s On In Hobson’s Bay Heartspace | 12-25 YEAR OLDS | This creative arts program invites youth to experience the momentto-moment shifts in their body and minds, using materials like clay, watercolour and more. No cost.

ZOOM | MON 21 September | 4.00PM-5.00PM ZOOM | MON 28 September | 4.00-5.00PM ZOOM | MON 5 October | 4.00-5.00PM Register: www.hobsonsbay.vic.gov/holidayprogram Branding Yourself Workshop | 12-25 YEAR OLDS | Do Want to learn how you can promote yourself on LinkedIn? Westside FReeZA presents a workshop that will focus on how to use LinkedIn to network and market yourself professionally. No cost.

ZOOM | WED 23 September | 1.00-2.30PM Register: www.hobsonsbay.vic.gov/holidayprogram Resume-Writing Workshop | 12-25 YEAR OLDS | Do you get stuck writing your resume? Learn some tips and tricks on how to secure an interview by marketing your skills and structuring your resume so that you stand out above the crowd. No cost.

ZOOM | FRI 25 September | 1.00-2.00PM Register: www.hobsonsbay.vic.gov/holidayprogram Cover Letter Workshop | 12-25 YEAR OLDS | Learn the three steps to writing a cover letter that will make the process easy and enable employers to understand what you have to offer. No cost.

ZOOM | WED 30 September | 1.00-2.00PM Register: www.hobsonsbay.vic.gov/holidayprogram

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What’s On In Melton

What’s On In Melbourne

Free School Holiday Program | A range of free, fun, arts, crafts, recreation and conversation activities for youth. Limited spots available in two separate activity age groups (one for 12-17 YEAR OLDS and another for 18-25 YEAR OLDS). Check out the link below for a full list of activities.

Link: melton.vic.gov.au/FSHA

What’s On Today | The City of Melbourne website has a list of virtual events you can check out, including podcasts, classes, archives and more.

Link: Click here

What’s On In Wyndham Wyndham Youth Services | Check out the website!

Link: https://www.wyndham.vic.gov.au/services/youth -services

What’s On In Moonee Valley Yspace | 12-25 YEAR OLDS | Are you impacted by restrictions? Stuck at home? Need to connect with others? Stay social and connected with your friends through our online hangout Yspace. Come for casual chats, games and support.

ZOOM | EVERY THURS | 5.00-6.00PM Link: https://valleyyouth.org.au/programs/yspace/ Contact: youth@mvcc.vic.gov.au or 9243 1225 FReeZA Ableton Workshop | 12-25 YEAR OLDS | Learn what you need to know to get started in music production using Ableton Live. Come along and save your free spot through our Valley Youth website or emailing us. No cost.

ZOOM | MON 28 September | 2.00-4.00PM Link: https://valleyyouth.org.au/ Contact: youth@mvcc.vic.gov.au or 9243 1225 Rainbow Valley | 12-25 YEAR OLDS | A welcoming, safe space for young people to hang out, create events, support each other and express who they are. If you identify as same-sex attracted, queer, bisexual, intersex, transgender, asexual, gender diverse, questioning or curious. No cost.

ZOOM | FRI 25 September | 5.00-6.00PM Link: https://valleyyouth.org.au/programs/rainbowvalley/

Zoos Victoria | Virtual tours, live animal cams and more!

Link: https://www.zoo.org.au/animals-at-home/ Virtual SEA LIFE Holiday Camp | Visit SEA LIFE via Zoom and talk to keepers, meet animals and take part in fun challenges. Designed to be interactive and hosted by a marine education expert, featuring a different animal each day! Sessions run for 3 hours from 9.00AM-12.00PM (with breaks). Cost: $49 Link: https://www.melbourneaquarium.com.au/explore/ sea-life-holiday-camp/ Scienceworks | Explore their range of creative, family-friendly, hands-on activities!

Link: https://museumsvictoria.com.au/scienceworks/athome/play/ Junior Rangers | Free activities that will help you understand the environment and uncover the wonders of Victoria's parks.

Link: https://juniorrangers.com.au/make-and-do/ NGV Kids | Continue to connect with art and each other from home with the Gallery’s free online live events, activity sheets, games and eBooks.

Link: https://www.ngv.vic.gov.au/kids/ Disability Sport at Home Sessions | An online disability sport series. 6 sessions on offer. Each session runs for 30 minutes via Zoom and has been designed to be inclusive of people with disability. No previous experience is necessary. No cost.

TENPIN BOWLING | WED 16 September | 12:30-1PM TABLE TENNIS | WED 23 September | 12.00-12:30PM SPECIAL OLYMPICS | SAT 26 September | 11-11:30AM GYMNASTICS | WED 30 September | 12:30AM-1.00PM HOCKEY | WED 7 October | 1.00PM-1:30PM LAWN BOWLS | FRI 9 October | 12.00-12:30PM Link: Click here to register

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Other Things to Check Out Play Games

Brimbank Youth Services

NASA Kids’ Club | Play and learn about NASA. Link: https://www.nasa.gov/kidsclub/index.html

B-Heard Youth Support Program | The team is still working to support young people during these difficult times. While face-to-face counselling and support services have been suspended, we continue to take referrals for phone and/or video sessions.

Playing Cards | Play card games with your friends and family. Includes chess, Go Fish and more!

Link: http://playingcards.io/ Board Game Arena | Make a free account and play online board games with your friends.

Link: https://en.boardgamearena.com/

Contact | If you would like to speak to someone on our team, please call or email us.

Phone: 9249 4110 Email: bys@brimbank.vic.gov.au

Jigsaw Puzzles | Free online puzzles! Play solo or with friends.

Link: https://jigsawpuzzles.io/

Website | Find information on what services we provide, articles on our blog and more!

Link: https://brimbankyouth.com/

JeopardyLabs | A free website that allows you to create a customized jeopardy template.

Link: https://jeopardylabs.com/

Social Media | We share loads of free online resources, media, updates, stories, events and tips to help you get through this time, so follow us now!

Facebook: @brimbankyouth Instagram: @brimbankyouth

Scattergories | A free website that generates random scattergories list. Make sure you click on the “Categories” button and select the “Childfriendly” option for a safe and fun game!

Link: https://swellgarfo.com/scattergories/

Stuff to Watch Brimbank Leisure Centres | Videos of workouts you can do from home and more.

Link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWbIiiJGlF Q7TT1uS78yh3g/videos Brimbank Live + OPPORTUNITY TO BE A RADIO HOST | Listen to local podcasts and explore a variety of interesting shows and topics! Want to be a radio host yourself? Apply now by emailing brimbanklivefm@gmail.com. No previous experience required, just be passionate and ready to learn! This opportunity is available for ages 12+.

Link: https://www.livefm.online/brimbank-live BYS Wellbeing Video | Learn how to make pancakes and have good mental health!

Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YNy8hg_sCo&t=6s

What’s On At Home: April and July Editions | If you haven’t already, make sure to check out the previous editions of WOAH for a list of other fun activities that you can do from home.

Link: https://brimbankyouth.com/whats-on-athome-july2020/ Link: https://brimbankyouth.com/whats-on-athome-april-2020/ The BOLD Source Issue 1: Advocacy | Check out our free youth magazine, composed of stories created and edited by local young people.

Link: https://brimbankyouth.com/the-bold-sourceissue-1-advocacy/ Brimbank City Council Coronavirus Updates | Stay up to date with what the City of Brimbank is doing during the pandemic.

Link: https://www.brimbank.vic.gov.au/emergencyinformation/coronavirus-covid-19 L2P Program | A program to help you learn to drive.

Link: https://brimbankyouth.com/programs/l2plearner-driving-program/

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Other Things to Check Out YMCA

Stay Connected!

Virtual Y | An online platform where you can access exclusive fitness, nutrition, wellbeing, family and youth-friendly content! https://virtualy.ymca.org.au/

Hobsons Bay UP Facebook: @HobsonsBayUP Instagram: @hobsonsbayup Website: https://linktr.ee/hobsonsbayup Email: adminys@hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au

Innovation Youth Centre The Survive and Thrive Manual | IYC developed a great survival self-help manual resource to help young people in lockdown. The manual has directories to services based in Melbourne’s North, social groups and boredom busters.

Link: Click here to access.

100 Story Building Learn At Home Resources | UNDER 12s | Are you a young writer? Cultivate a creative mindset with this list of free activities that will help you with generating ideas, moving past writing blocks and more.

Link: https://www.100storybuilding.org.au/learnat-home-resources Link: A User’s Guide to A Pandemic (a publication written by young writers)

Headspace Australia COVID-19 Information | Resources to help you deal with how coronavirus is affecting you and your mental health.

Link: https://headspace.org.au/covid-19/

CMY MY CONNECT | The Centre for Multicultural Youth has launched a new initiative called MY CONNECT, a free and confidential info line during coronavirus (COVID-19) that helps young people to understand what support they are eligible for.

Available Mon to Fri from 8.00AM-8.00PM Contact: call 03 9340 3770 or email myconnect@cmy.net.au

Maribyrnong Youth Services Facebook: @PhoenixYouthCentre Instagram: @phoenix_youth Website: http://www.phoenixyouth.com.au/ Email: phoenix@maribyrnong.vic.gov.au Melton Youth Services Facebook: @cityofmeltonyouthservices Instagram: @meltonyouth Website: Click here to access the website.

Email: yse@melton.vic.gov.au Moonee Valley Youth Services Facebook: @ValleyYouthMV Instagram: @valleyyouthmv Website: https://linktr.ee/valleyyouthmv Email: youth@mvcc.vic.gov.au Wyndham Youth Services Facebook: @youthinwyndham Instagram: @youthinwyndham Website: Click here to access the website.

Email: youthinwyndham@wyndham.vic.gov.au

For Parents Click for Vic | A curated selection of the many local businesses who can deliver straight to your door.

Link: https://www.visitvictoria.com/things-todo/click-for-vic COVID-19 Guide for Parents | UNICEF Parenting have created several helpful resources to help you navigate the pandemic as a parent.

Link: Click here Supporting Children During the COVID-19 Pandemic | Emerging Minds have tons of helpful information to help parents support their kids during this time.

Link: Click here to access the website.

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