Welcome to Curious!
We believe learning is for life. If you can imagine something, you can do it. Thanks to ideas and feedback from past participants and the Fremantle community, we have created this program for diverse interests, and people of all ages and abilities. If you have an idea or want to inspire others with your talents we would love to hear from you. Curious programs happen at these locations. Please check the venue details for each program.
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The Meeting Place 245 South Terrace South Fremantle
WA Maritime Museum Victoria Quay Fremantle
Fremantle Leisure Centre 10 Shuffrey Street Fremantle
Fremantle Arts Centre 1 Finnerty Street Fremantle
Hilton Harvest Rennie Cresent North Hilton
Dick Lawrence Oval 138 Lefroy Road Beaconsfield
Bistro 21 21 Ocean Drive South Fremantle
Sullivan Hall 2 Nannine Avenue White Gum Valley
Fremantle PCYC 34 Paget Street Hilton
Samson Recreation Centre 44 McCombe Street Samson
Walyalup Aboriginal Cultural Centre 12 Captains Lane Fremantle
Fremantle Library and Wanjoo Lounge 70 Parry Street Fremantle
Italian Club Fremantle 65 Marine Terrace Fremantle
Melville LeisureFit 431 Canning Highway Melville
Leighton Beach Leighton Beach Blvd North Fremantle
Contents Get Creative
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Get Learning
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Get Healthy
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Get Social
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Get Involved
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Curious Youth
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Curious Kids
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Bookings and more info
Programs and events are subject to sufficient enrolment numbers and may be cancelled prior to commencement. Check the individual program listing. If no booking information is given, please contact Phone: 08 9432 9999 TTY: 08 9432 9777 Email: curious@fremantle.wa.gov.au Web: fremantle.wa.gov.au/curious For cash payments, please book in person at the Fremantle Library. @fremantlelibrary
A phone solution for people who are deaf or have a hearing or speech impairment. Phone: 1800 555 660 Information is available in alternative formats on request.
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Get Creative Creative. [adj] Relating to or Fabric Sculptures Come and Try for over 55s. Using a range involving the use of the of colourful patterned fabrics, wire, imagination or original ideas to buttons, other embellishments and loads of creativity, we’ll design and create something. create playful fabric sculptures. All materials supplied.
Mondays 6 to 27 May 11.00 am to 1.00 pm Fremantle Library Free
Airing of the Quilts
Come along to the Airing of the Quilts. An exhibition of beautiful traditional and modern quilts flying in the wind. Quilts and crafts made by local quilters and the Fremantle Soroptomists. If you’d like to hang some of your own quilts, call Ronelle on 0421 556 387.
Saturday 11 May 1.00 to 4.00pm The Meeting Place Free
Ukulele in the Parlour
Ukulele is accessible for all. This playful, fun and encouraging class will have you strumming and singing by the end of 4 weeks. Everyone is welcome. BYO ukulele.
Thursdays 6 to 27 June 10.00 am to 12.00 noon The Meeting Place $17 quarter
Knitting and Crochet Circle
Join the crochet & knitting circle in making rugs for Kids in Wheelchairs Inc. Donation of wool always welcome.
Tuesdays 2 April to 25 June 9.30 to 11.00 am Wanjoo lounge Free 4
Bookings: fremantle.wa.gov.au/curious
Get Creative Memory Boxes - Curating Your Life
These three sessions will explore the art of curating important photos and mementos about ourselves and our families. We’ll look at collecting and what items might go in a memory box, make a personal memory box and then bring along your completed box to share morning tea and the stories behind your personal treasures.
Tuesdays 14 to 28 May 9.30 to 11.00 am The Meeting Place $15
Bookmaking
Make three beautiful handmade books. Learn how to bind, stitch, cover and assemble your own books made from leather, book cloth and specialist materials. Individualise your books by hand embellishing. For more information visit bridgetseaton.com or email bridgetseaton@outlook.com
Saturday 25 May 1.00 to 6.00 pm The Meeting Place $70 + $45 materials fee
Walyalup Kannajil - Singing in Language
Learn to sing Aboriginal songs in a friendly & inclusive environment - all backgrounds & abilities welcome! Led by award-winning Kobi Morrison, with special guest Elders & musicians. More information at walyalupkannajil@gmail.com or facebook.com/WalyalupKannajil. No bookings required.
Wednesdays 8 May to 26 June 6.30 to 8.30 pm The Meeting Place $10/$5 (conc/unwaged) session
Bookings: fremantle.wa.gov.au/curious
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Opening hours Thursday to Friday: 10.00 am to 3.00pm Saturday: 12.00 noon to 3.00 pm
Free Film Fridays Fridays 12.00 noon to 2.00 pm Bookings essential 5 April: Harold 12 April: Servant or Slave 3 May: Connection to Country 10 May: The Song Keepers 17 May: Mabo–Life of an island Man 24 May: Utopia 31 May: In Between Songs
Art Workshops Thursdays 4 to 11 April 11.30 am to 2.00 pm Saturday 25 May I 12.30 to 3.00 pm $45, Bookings essential Learn about the evolution and history of Aboriginal art, language and traditional tools with Whadjuk/Balladong Nyoongar artist Jade Dolman. Design and paint your own artwork on individual canvases.
Djeran Cultural Walk Saturdays 6 to 13 April 12.00 noon to 2.00 pm $25, Bookings essential Join Justin Martin for a walk through the local Bather's Beach precinct. Learn about the seasons, animals and bush tucker. Discover the significance of the area for Nyoongar people.
School Holiday Face Painting Saturday 20 April I 12.30 to 2.30 pm $5, Bookings essential Face painting with Indigenous designs including native animal tracks, plants and symbols.
Community Canvas Friday 26 April I 12.00 noon to 2.00 pm $15, Bookings essential Looking for a fun social activity? Come and help paint a unique community canvas. Make your mark and make history! The beautiful painting will be proudly displayed at the Walyalup Aboriginal Cultural Centre.
Nyoongar Singing Masterclass Saturdays 27 April, 4 to 18 May 12.00 noon to 2.00 pm $80, Bookings essential Celebrate 2019, the International Year of Indigenous languages. Join multi awardwinning musicians, Gina Williams and Guy Ghouse for a 4 week masterclass in Nyoongar language singing. Help keep the Nyoongar language alive in this fun and interactive course. The masterclass finishes with a small concert for friends and family.
Nyoongar Song and Dance Workshop
Dot Painting for Over 55s
Thursday 18 April 12.00 noon to 1.00 pm $20, Bookings essential Learn about Nyoongar culture through language and movement. Find out about traditional life, language and native animals. For ages 5 and up.
Thursdays 2 to 30 May 12.00 noon to 2.00 pm FREE, Bookings essential Nyoongar Artist, Sharon Calgaret presents this dot painting class where you’ll learn about Nyoongar culture, symbols, and create your very own dot painting.
Opening hours Thursday to Friday: 10.00 am to 3.00pm Saturday: 12.00 noon to 3.00 pm
Makuru Cultural Walk
Aboriginal Art Classes
Saturday 1 June 12.00 noon to 2.00 pm $25 single or $75 family (4 people) Bookings essential. Take a guided walk through the local Bather's Beach precinct, including the roundhouse and find out about the local significance of the area for Nyoongar people while learning about bush tucker, animals, insects and the seasons.
Saturday 8, 15 June 12.00 noon to 2.00 pm $25 single or $75 family (4 people) Bookings essential. Learn about the evolution of and history, traditional tools and the language of Aboriginal art. Materials supplied.
Cultural Storytelling Activity Fridays 1, 4, 21, 28 June 12.00 noon to 2.00 pm $20 single or $70 family (4 people) Bookings essential. Learn about culture through story telling, the Nyoongar seasons, symbols and tools, language and local knowledge.
Nyoongar Wangkaniny – Language classes Saturdays 22, 29 June and 6, 13 20 July 1.00 to 2.00 pm or 2.00 to 3.00 pm $20 single or $50 family (2 adults, 2 children), bookings essential. Keep the Nyoongar language alive at the Walyalup Aboriginal Cultural Centre with casual beginner classes. Note: Program is subject to change. Children under 10 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian
Tickets available from Eventbrite.com To register or for more information call (08) 9432 9680 or email wacc@fremantle.wa.gov.au www.facebook.com/walyalup www.fremantle.wa.gov.au/wacc
Get Learning Learning. [n] The acquisition of knowledge or skills through study, experience or being taught.
Who Wouldn’t Want to be Living Smart
Start living smarter at home by learning how to reduce water use, cut waste to landfill, grow your own food, swap to no-chemical cleaning and live more simply. Living Smart is an award-winning 7 week course that will inspire you to make sustainable changes in your environment. Meet other like-minded community members and discover practical ways to live a healthier lifestyle and be more gentle on the planet. This is an interactive course, with lots of hands on activities. For more information, visit beaconsfieldlivingsmart.eventbrite.com.au
Tuesdays 14 May to 25 June 6.30 to 9.00 pm Dick Lawrence Oval Clubrooms $80/$40 (concession) 8
Live Well Longer - Ageing at Home
Live Well Longer – ageing at home is a small organisation formed by three friends with first hand experience of helping their elderly parents remain living independently at home. Jill will provide an overview of the government’s home aged care programs, as well as tips and strategies to help navigate the system, plan for the future and explore the options for staying at home.
Monday 15 April 10.00 to 11.00 am Fremantle Library Free
Have a Plan for Living at Home as You Age
This hands on workshop provides participants with independent information, strategies and tools required to develop a individual plan for ageing at home. The Live Well Longer planning guide will help participants identify the essential components of an effective whole of life plan, guide how to engage with family and friends and help participants know when to start planning. For more information or to book visit livewelllonger.eventbrite.com.au
Tuesday 30 April 10.00 am to 12.00 noon Fremantle Library $40 per person or $60 per couple
Bookings: fremantle.wa.gov.au/curious
Get Learning Energy Medicine
Come and Try for over 55s: Learn exercises that may help to switch on the brain, stay grounded, balanced, breathe better, increase blood circulation and assist with healing physically, mentally and emotionally. Learn some techniques to practise and enhance your daily life. They are slow, gentle and can be done sitting or standing.
Mondays 10 to 24 June 10.00 am to 12.00 noon Fremantle Library Free
Finding Your Way Through Fremantle’s History
Trying to research the history of your Fremantle house or ancestor? Are you stuck down a research path going nowhere? Join the City’s Local History Engagement Officer, Lucy Hair, as she guides you through useful sources of information available at the Fremantle History Centre and elsewhere. Morning tea will be provided.
Work Matters: Craft Your Career
Set clear career goals, discover a variety of tools to assist you with career planning and find easy tips and trick to build a successful career path.
Wednesday 10 April 10.00 am to 12.00 noon The Meeting Place $10
Work Matters: The Hidden Job Market Did you know that 80% of jobs are not advertised? Come along to this workshop and learn how to unearth hidden job opportunities and discover new approaches and techniques for job searching.
Wednesday 3 April 10.00 am to 12.00 noon The Meeting Place $10
Thursday 9 May 2.00 to 3.00 pm Wednesday 22 May 10.00 to 11.00 am Fremantle Library Free
Bookings: fremantle.wa.gov.au/curious
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Get Learning Introduction to Computers
For the complete beginner. These two sessions will cover the absolute essentials and help familiarise you with the computer. Bring your own portable laptop, if you have one.
Thursday 2 and 9 May 9.30 to 11.30 am The Meeting Place Free
Search and Browse the Internet
Create, Edit and Save Word Documents
Learn the basics of creating a Word document. Make changes and save to a folder. You will need basic computer knowledge to attend this workshop. BYO your own laptop, if you have one.
Thursday 30 May 9.30 to 11.30 am The Meeting Place Free
Download and Store Your
Learn the basics of how to find Photos information on the internet using a search Bring your camera or phone, plus engine. Discover the world at your connecting cords, to this hands-on fingertips! BYO own device, if you have one. workshop and learn how to download and Thursday 16 May store your photos. You will also need to 9.30 to 11.30 am bring along either a USB or laptop.
The Meeting Place Free
Emailing with Gmail
Thursday 6 June 9.30 to 11.30 am The Meeting Place Free
Create your own Gmail email account or bring along your existing Gmail address and password. Learn to send and receive emails. BYO own device and you will need to bring your mobile phone if you are setting up a new account.
Thursday 23 May 9.30 to 11.30 am The Meeting Place Free
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Bookings: fremantle.wa.gov.au/curious
Get Learning Tech Help Wednesdays
Want to know how to use your new laptop, iPad or mobile phone? Would you like to learn Facebook, or Skype? Bring along your charged device.
Wednesdays 3 April to 26 June 10.00 to 11.00 am Wanjoo Lounge Free
iPad Users Group
Get to Know Your iPhone
Learn more about your iPhone settings, display features and sounds. Bring your fully charge iPhone.
Thursday 13 June 9.30 to 11.30 am The Meeting Place Free
Come and Try for over 55s: Learn to get connected, shop online and enjoy games, music and talking to family and friends via Skype. Bring your own iPad if you have one. Come even if you don’t, as the Library has some iPad you can use. You can attend 1 or more sessions.
Fridays 3 to 24 May 11.30 am to 12.30 pm Fremantle Library Free
Get to Know Your Android Phone
Learn more about your Android phone settings, display features and sounds. Bring your fully charged phone.
Thursday 20 June 9.30 to 11.30 am The Meeting Place Free
Bookings: fremantle.wa.gov.au/curious
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Get Learning Spanish Basics
Embark on a fun and adventurous 8 week journey into the lively Spanish language. Yvonne leads this playful, interactive class with an emphasis on conversation and complementary grammar. Students should bring notebooks, pens and a Spanish-English dictionary, if possible.
Wednesdays 1 May to 19 June 6.00 to 7.30 pm The Meeting Place $99 quarter
Spanish Ongoing
Continue your journey with the Spanish language. Build skills and confidence over 8 weeks of fun and laughter. Open to those that have mastered the basics or already have some basic knowledge of Spanish.
Thursday 2 May to 20 June 6.00 to 7.30 pm The Meeting Place $99 quarter
Nyoongar Language Beginners
Keep our language alive with Nyoongar woman Sharon Gregory. Beginner classes are designed to offer an introduction to the Nyoongar language that is easy to follow and loads of fun. No class on 3 June.
Mondays 29 April to 24 June 4.30 to 5.30 pm The Meeting Place $75 quarter 12
Bookings: fremantle.wa.gov.au/curious
Get Learning Nyoongar Language Ongoing
Do you have the basics of the Nyoongar language down and want to build upon your knowledge? Join Sharon and grow your skills to the next level. Must have completed the beginners class. No class on 3 June.
Mondays 29 April to 24 June 5.30 to 6.30 pm The Meeting Place $75 quarter
Italian Basics
Come along and join Elisa for an 8-week introduction to the colourful Italian language. Classes are fun, supportive and interactive. Appropriate for both new beginners and those who have learned a little bit of Italian. No class on 22 April.
Mondays 1 April to 27 May 10.00 to 11.30 am The Meeting Place $99 quarter
Italian Ongoing
If you already have a good grasp of basic Italian, join Elisa over 8 weeks to expand your vocabulary and boost your confidence in speaking! If unsure if this class is suitable, contact us on 08 9432 9676 or email curious@fremantle.wa.gov.au. No class on 25 April.
Thursdays 4 April to 30 May 10.00 to 11.30 am The Meeting Place $99 quarter
Bookings: fremantle.wa.gov.au/curious
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The Meeting Place
Jenkin Street
Patisserie La Vespa
South Terrace
Artist’s impression. Subject to change.
Copper Chimney
South Terrace Streetscape Improvement We’ll be commencing in-ground drainage works at the intersection of Jenkin Street and South Terrace in May. Access will be maintained during this time; however, at times traffic may be reduced to one lane.
What to expect during this time Traffic management will be in place at all times to facilitate safe traffic movement. The drainage works will include installation of new pipework, replacement of damaged soak wells and installation of new drains. The drainage upgrade is to prepare for the next section of the South Terrace streetscape improvement. Design inspiration for this section is the mosaic outside The Meeting Place, part of a community-led bush tucker art project launched in 2008.
To find out more, visit fremantle.wa.gov.au/southterrace
Get Healthy Health. [noun] The state of being free from illness or injury. A person’s mental or physical condition.
Ladies Netball
Gentle Flow Yoga
Mondays and Wednesdays 6.20 pm Thursdays 9.15 to 11.45 am 1 April to 27 June Samson Recreation Centre $53 team per game (+ registration)
Come and Try for over 55s: This gentle flow class will help you gain energy, flexibility, balance and focus. The poses are modified to suit anyone. BYO exercise mat and a light blanket.
Mondays 1 April to 24 June 6.30 to 7.30 pm Sullivan Hall Free
Seniors Badminton
For over 55’s: Join this all-inclusive badminton class, get fit and connect with new people. To book call 08 9432 9992.
Mondays and Wednesdays 1 April to 26 June 12.30 to 2.30 pm Samson Recreation Centre $7.10 session 16
Looking for a team activity? Come down to Samson and enjoy our friendly netball competition. Bring a team or leave your name and we will do our best to find a team for you. All skill levels welcome. For more information call 08 9432 9992.
Hatha Yoga at Samson Rec
Hatha Yoga is the gentle practice of physical postures, breathing and meditation with the goal of bringing about a sound, healthy body and a clear, peaceful mind. All levels welcome. For more information call 08 9432 9992.
Mondays 29 April to 1 July 10.00 to 11.30 am Samson Recreation Centre $12.20 session
Bookings: fremantle.wa.gov.au/curious
Get Healthy
Chair Yoga
Ayurveda Self Care
Learn about your constitution, daily and seasonal rhythms, marmas, meridians, detoxification, oils and make self-care products to take home. This series of four workshops will guide you through Ayurvedic practices for your overall health, oral health, facial and skin care, as well as self-massage. To book visit ayurvedic-self-care.eventbrite.com.
Wednesdays 1 to 22 May 10.00 am to 12.00 noon The Meeting Place From $20 session
Chair Pilates
Come and Try for over 55s: Chair Pilates is designed to heighten your body and movement awareness. This class is for people who have not exercised in a while. Instructor Christiane McDougall will encourage you in this low-impact class to think about how you perform everyday movements with ease.
Come and Try for over 55s: Enjoy the benefits of yoga in a gentle class accessible to anyone. Practice seated or standing yoga poses to help benefit your mobility, flexibility and relaxation, with the chair providing you more support and stability. If you thought yoga was too difficult for you, now is the time to try. Be brave - you can do it.
Wednesdays and Fridays 3 April to 17 May 10.00 to 11.00 am Fremantle Library Free
Ankle and Knee Mobility
Fremantle Leisure Centre is hosting a free workshop on The Importance of ankle and knee mobility, a podiatrists approach. Presented by Kent Hungerford from Low Level Laser Therapy. An educational presentation with light activities followed by tea and coffee. For more information or to book email heatherh@fremantle.wa.gov.au.
Tuesday 16 April 11.30 am to 1.00 pm Fremantle Leisure Centre Free
Saturdays 1 June to 6 July 11.00 am to 12.00 noon Fremantle Library Free
Bookings: fremantle.wa.gov.au/curious
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Get Healthy
Wise Women Empowering Group
Come and Try for over 55s: For women stepping into their wisdom years, wanting to embrace the change in their life in a positive and fun way. Learn strategies and techniques, how to move forward to thrive with gentleness, grace and strength. Christine Morrison provides a confidential, safe, nurturing and acceping space. Come feel the heart to heart connection, and step into your power as the Wise Woman and begin your journey to become the best version of yourself.
Wednesdays 3 to 24 April 10.00 am to 12.00 noon Sullivan Hall Free
Samson Inclusion Program
This program aims to assist and support individuals with a disability to access mainstream sport or recreation clubs in their local area and is supported and run by the Fremantle Table Tennis Club. Tuesdays: Soccer. Wednesdays: Table Tennis, Badminton and Basketball. For more information call Jokic on 0421 499 027 or Samson Rec on 9432 9992.
Gypsy Caravan Tribal Belly Dancing
Come and Try for over 55s. Want to move, dance and feel alive. Feel the echoes of the ancients, find your inner goddess. Join Richelle and laugh, feel beautiful and get your hips moving.
Wednesdays 1 May to 5 June 12.30 to 1.30 pm Sullivan Hall Free
Healthy Lifestyles Expo for 55+
Find out what services, clubs and social groups are in your area. Over 80 stalls to visit and lots of activities to join.
Friday 29 March 10.00 am to 2.00 pm LeisureFit Melville Free
Tuesdays 30 April to 2 July 12.00 noon to 1.00 pm Wednesdays 3 April to 26 June 9.30 to 11.30am Samson Recreation Centre $5.00 session
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Bookings: fremantle.wa.gov.au/curious
Get Social Shut Up and Write!
This democratic creative writing group allows writers of all abilities and genres to develop their skills and swap ideas.
Tuesdays 2 April, 7 May, 4 June with Gary McHugh and/or Tuesdays 16 April, 21 May, 18 June with Danielle Haigh 6.00 to 9.00 pm The Meeting Place $8.00 quarter
Social. [noun] Relating to or Time Out to Quilt designed for activities in which Become a Cosy Quilter! Bring your UFOs (unfinished objects), fabrics and machines. people meet each other for This is a social group for quilters to sew pleasure. together and have a yarn. Italian Conversation
Join this Italian conversation group to practice your Italian speaking skills.
Tuesdays 2 April to 25 June 10.00 to 11.30 am The Meeting Place $17.00 quarter
I Spy Quilts
Join this dedicated group of quilters to make a quilt for children in foster care.
Fridays fortnightly 5 April to 28 June 9.00 am to 12.00 noon The Meeting Place $13.00 quarter
Bookings: fremantle.wa.gov.au/curious
Fridays 5 April to 28 June 9.30 am to 1.00 pm The Meeting Place $17.00 quarter
Memory CafĂŠ
Join our social group which provides support to people living with dementia and those around them. Come and meet other like-minded people over coffee in a casual, friendly cafĂŠ.
Second Wednesday of the month 10 April, 8 May, 12 June 10.00 to 11.30 am Bistro 21 Free
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Get Social
Dance Hall Days
Come and Try for over 55s: Join us for monthly dances and enjoy a variety of live bands, starting with a dance lesson from 2.00 to 3.00 pm. No booking required. Light refreshement available.
Fridays 17 May and 21 June 2.00 to 5.00 pm Italian Club Fremantle Free
Freo Social Walkers
Love to walk? Meet up for a weekly jaunt around Fremantle with this friendly ongoing social group, finishing up with a coffee and chat. Once a month someone brings along a home cooked yummy treat to share over coffee. Walking is a great way to stay healthy, meet new people and expand social connections. No bookings required.
Tuesdays 2 April to 25 June 7.30 to 9.00 am The Meeting Place Free
Lunchtime Movies
Join our FREE lunchtime movies. Check the Library Facebook page or the poster in the Wanjoo Lounge to find out what’s screening each week. No bookings required.
Wednesdays 3 April to 26 June 12.30 to 2.30 pm Fremantle Library Free
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Bookings: fremantle.wa.gov.au/curious
Get Social Wednesdays Walkers
Come and Try for over 55s: Join our weekly social, exploration around Fremantle and end with a coffee and chat at a cafĂŠ.
Wednesdays 3 April to 26 June 9.30 to 11.00 am Wanjoo lounge Free
Veggi Chit Chat
Have fun cooking and sharing a vegetarian meal with this friendly group. You do not have to be a vegetarian to enjoy the delicious recipes and ideas that are shared by all. Minimal cost of ingredients to be shared by the group members.
Thursdays fortnightly 4 April to 27 June 10.00 am to 1.00 pm The Meeting Place $13.00 quarter
Bookings: fremantle.wa.gov.au/curious
French Conversation
Suits good beginner and intermediate level French speakers. Emphasis is on using practical everyday French with greater confidence, proficiency and expanding knowledge in all things French. No session on 19 April.
Fridays 5 April to 28 June 10.00 to 11.30 am The Meeting Place $17.00 quarter
Boomerang Bags and Bunting
Handcrafted boomerang bags and bunting are helping people make the switch to plastic free living. This volunteer run sewing group connects those who are keen to be crafty while helping the environment.
Tuesdays Fortnightly 9 April to 18 June 12.00 to 3.00 pm The Meeting Place Free
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CITY OF FREMANTLE
BOOK CLUBS
RECYCLING ROAD SHOW
Get Involved Involve. [verb] Cause to participate in an activity or situation. Be or become occupied or engrossed in something.
Dementia Carer’s Support Group
If you are caring for someone with dementia who is still living in the community, join Alzheimer’s WA Carers group. Meet other with similar experiences, share ideas and receive emotional support. For information email support@alzheimers.org.au or call 08 9388 2800.
Second Tuesday of the month 9 April, 14 May, 11 June 10.00 am to 12.00 noon The Meeting Place Free
Green Thumbs Gardening Day
Come along and learn all about the City’s verge garden program, composting, verge garden design, alternative Green Waste systems and more. Get your hands dirty and help plant the new Hilton Harvest Verge Garden. Native and food seedlings available.
Saturday 4 May 10.00 am to 1.00 pm Hilton Harvest Community Garden Free
Even Keel
Rebuild your life after having a setback due to mental health. Discover what you really want; learn how to grow within and beyond. For more information call 08 9477 0461 or 0408 202 747.
First Saturday of the month 6 April, 4 May, 1 June 1.00 to 2.00 pm The Meeting Place Free Bookings: fremantle.wa.gov.au/curious
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Get Involved Speak Easy
A support group for people who stutter. For more information call 08 9225 4111.
Tuesdays 2 April to 25 June 6.00 to 7.30 pm The Meeting Place Free
Fremantle Grow Group
Grow offers peer support meetings for mental health and wellbeing for no charge. For more information call 08 9228 1411.
Wednesdays 3 April to 26 June 10.00 am to 12.00 noon The Meeting Place Free
Saturday Morning AA Steps Group
churchfreo
Saturdays 6 April to 29 June 10.30 to 11.30 am The Meeting Place Free
Sundays 7 April to 30 June 9.45 to 11.00 am The Meeting Place Free
AA is a fellowship of people whose primary purpose is to stay sober and help others to achieve sobriety. For more information call 08 9325 3566.
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Join us for weekly gatherings of churchfreo, a community of Jesus followers based in and around the Fremantle area. All are welcome. For more information visit churchfreo.com.au.
Bookings: fremantle.wa.gov.au/curious
Curious Youth
Youth. [noun] the state or Adulting 101 - Writing an quality of being young, esp. of Effective Resume For ages 15 to 25: Your resume is one of being energetic and lively. A your most important job search tools. This time of adventure and 2 hour workshop will give the tools and know-how to create a winning resume. experimentation. Freo YA Book Club
For ages 14+: Love Young Adult fiction and want to join a book club where you’re pretty much guaranteed to like the books? Join us for the Freo YA Book Club, a brand new free book club for people who love to read YA! Bookings essential.
Last Wednesday of the month 24 April, 29 May, 26 June 6.00 to 7.30 pm The Meeting Place Free
Adulting 101 - Don’t Regret Your Debt
For ages 15 to 25: Credit cards and mobile phones … what happens when you can’t meet the payments? How cool is AfterPay! Well maybe not that cool. This workshop will be an eye opener into the world of money, pay day lenders and contracts. You’ll also receive a free copy of the Barefoot Investor to take home. Bookings essential.
Wednesday 24 April 1.00 to 3.00 pm Fremantle Library Free
Bookings: fremantle.wa.gov.au/curious
BYO device or use a supplied laptop. Bookings essential.
Wednesday 17 April 1.00 to 4.00pm Fremantle Library Free
Adulting 101 - How to Be Fearless
For ages 15 to 25: The greatest regrets we have in life are the chances we didn’t take, the moments we let slip by and the ones we didn’t even dare to begin. Courage is a learnable skill and your worst fears can be managed through careful and intelligent planning using what we call Tactical Action. Bookings essential.
Tuesday 23 April 1.00 to 2.00 pm Fremantle Library Free
Adulting 101 - Interview Skills For ages 15 to 25: Top tips to help you stand out from the competition. Gain confidence with mock interviews and encouraging feedback. This workshop will help you ACE your next job interview! Bookings essential.
Friday 26 April 1.00 to 3.30 pm Fremantle Library Free
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Curious Kids Curious. [adj] eager to know or learn something. Expressing curiousity. Buster - It’s All About Play
For ages 0 to 5: Free, multi-sensory, handson, active and child-centred program that offers creative and fun opportunities for families to learn and play together.
Tuesday 30 April to Friday 5 July 9.30 to 11.30 am Tuesdays: Hilton PCYC Wednesdays: Fremantle Arts Centre Fridays: WA Maritime Museum, Australia II Gallery Free
Freo Plays Super Smash Bros Ultimate For ages 10- 17: Come and test your skills in a Super Smash Bros Ultimate Tournament on the Switch, with each school holidays bringing us closer to the December grand final against City of Canning’s best! This unique tournament, in partnership with the City of Canning Libraries will be the second of the qualifying stages, with a semi-final coming in the October holidays.
Monday 15 July 2.00 to 5.00 pm Fremantle Library Free
South Freo Bub Hub
We welcome families with children aged 0-5 years to share in discovery, fun and friendship! Our kids enjoy toys, a sandpit, messy play, crafts, painting, National Simultaneous books and singing; while parents/carers can enjoy a cuppa and share the Storytime at Buster Come along to an extra special Buster It’s All journey of caring for small children. About Play session and join in the fun with Facebook us at ‘South Freo Bub Hub’, email us at southfreobubhub@gmail.com National Simultaneous Storytime! At the or just come along! Family Membership same time, all around the country, people also includes access to our toy library. will be reading the same story - Alpacas with Maracas by Matt Cosgrove. Come along, Take some of the fun home with you! Mondays 29 April to 1 July play, get your face painted by the Freedom Fairies, and have a ball! 9.30 to 11.30 am
Wednesday 22 May 9.30 to 11.30 am Fremantle Arts Centre Free 26
The Meeting Place Two free trial days, $35 term or $105 year, $5 drop-in.
Bookings: fremantle.wa.gov.au/curious
Curious Kids CoderDojo Freo
For ages 7+: Young people who use code to develop apps, games and websites are invited to bring their own inspiration, ideas and knowledge into the Dojo. Develop your skills in Scratch, Edison, HTML, CSS, Python and much more! Mentors are on hand to help learn new skills and solve problems.
Wednesdays 1 May to 3 July 3.30 to 5.00 pm Fremantle Library Free
It’s All About Story
For ages 2 - 5: Come and learn new stories, rhymes and songs in an interactive session your child will love. Enjoy reading books, meeting and talking with new friends.
Thursdays 2 May to 4 July 9.30 to 10.30 am Fremantle Library Free
Bookings: fremantle.wa.gov.au/curious
It’s All About Rhyme
For ages 0 to 2: Come and learn new rhymes and songs in an interactive session your baby will love. Enjoy sharing books, meeting and talking with new friends.
Tuesdays 30 April to 2 July 9.30 to 10.00 am Fremantle Library Free
Freo Plays - Free Play Sessions
For ages 7+: Did you know that Fremantle Library has robots, Nintendo Switches, Nintendo Labo, and board games? Free, unstructured play sessions using Fremantle Library’s latest attractions are happening in 2019.
Tuesdays Fortnightly 30 April to 25 June 3.30 to 5.30 pm Fremantle Library Free
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The Meeting Place has four comfortable, affordable rooms for hire, ideal for community and local interest groups. Rooms are available for workshops, meetings, courses or seminars. For more information on room hire fees and availability or to make an appointment to view the rooms, please contact The Meeting Place at meetingplace@fremantle.wa.gov.au or call 08 9432 9676.