Music to your ears in times like this PLAY-based music making has long been known to foster creativity, encourage brain development and strengthen bonds. And while some families are still able to access in-person tuition, the changing landscape of 2020 has meant that creatives have had to think outside the box when it comes to the best way to tender their offering to their communities. After many years of delivering music classes in group and one on one settings, Julie Murray, the music-making-marvel behind Sounds Like This, is delighted to now be taking all the fun into her online sessions. With group classes for all ages from babies to big kids, the young and the young-at-heart now have easy access to the magic of music. “Being able to deliver moments of joy, right into your loungeroom is what Sounds Like This Online is all about. Making music together strengthens your bond with your child and allows you to enjoy all the eye-sparkly alchemy of
connection” says Julie, who holds a Bachelor of Music Education. With a focus on simplicity and accessibility, joining in on the fun is easy! Using Facebook to access several sessions a week, you and your children can join Julie live or catch up on your class at a time that suits you. Fees are charged per household so the more, the merrier. The best part? There’s no sign-up costs or ongoing commitment. Simply pay a small membership fee, week to week, and you can enjoy as many of the week’s classes as your heart desires. Each class includes stories, songs and all of the pleasure that comes with new discoveries. If playing, singing and being silly with your children, in the comfort of your own home, sounds like music to your ears then Sounds Like This Online may be just what you have been waiting for. Book at www.soundslikethis.com.au
FIVE year olds Georgie McCarthy and Alannah Turner, of Mt Eliza, at the multiple birth association event. Picture: Supplied
The joys of multiple births TEN multiple-birth families from Frankston and the Mornington Peninsula met at Angus and Rose at The Briars, Mount Martha, Sunday 15 March. The families are members of the Frankston and Mornington Peninsula Multiple Birth Association which provides peer support for parents of multiple birth children (twins, triplets or more). Families expecting twins or more babies are encouraged to connect with others as multiplebirth parents are at increased risk of perinatal health issues, such as anxiety and depression. Services provided by the association include subsidised playgroups in conjunction with
Chisholm TAFE, library, equipment hire, inhome support, and meals for families with new multiple babies, as well as social meetings and family functions. “We had a lovely afternoon in the gardens, sharing afternoon tea, bug hunting and potting activities for the kids and a chance to catch up with other multiple birth families and have ‘support from those who know’,” member Ariane Tebb said. “The peer support and a chance for the adults and the kids to meet new people and see familiar faces again was refreshing and invaluable. It was a chance to celebrate the joys and unique challenges of having twins, triplets or more.”
Attention Schools, sporting clubs & community groups
Free advertising listings Each month the Frankston Times will run a Community Events page, where your school or organisation can promote upcoming events, fund raisers, social events, etc. at no charge. This page is sponsored by Frankston Arts Centre, and listings are completely free. Lisiting should be about 40 words and include event name, date, time & address.
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Join S ounds Like T his’ LIVE music-makin g s essions, ever y we ekday from the comfort and safety of your own home. T hes e fun, music e ducation s essions are perfe ct for babies, t o ddlers, kinder kids and youn g primar y age d children.
live online sessions
A we ekly sub s cription of $12 enables access t o our Faceb o ok Group, with LIVE and int eractive s essions r unnin g 12 times e ach we ek. Join the fun! ca nc el a ny t ime.
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PO Box 588, Hastings 3915 or email communityevents@mpnews.com.au
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Frankston Times
31 March 2020
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