Ballan Community Centre & Mechanics Institute Reserve 5368 1934 in Ballan, Victoria | Non-profit organisation

Ballan Community Centre & Mechanics Institute Reserve 5368 1934

Locality: Ballan, Victoria

Phone: +61 3 5368 1934

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25.01.2022 Tai Chi Beginners Dates: Thu 16 Jul 17 Sep Time: 6.30pm 7.30pm Sessions: 10, weekly Cost: $ 140... Class size: Minimum 8 to proceed Originating in China, Tai Chi is the practice of slow meditative physical exercise designed for relaxation, balance and health. Tai Chi combines both physical and mental focus to help restore order and control to a hectic and stressful life. Growing in worldwide popularity, Tai Chi has been recognised as helping people live longer, improve strength, balance and flexibility it can also help with sleep quality and reducing the risk of falls. Beginners can join their instructor Patrick who has trained in China and is part of the Lilac Moon Tai Chi school. See more

25.01.2022 Mens Program Meetings Monday mornings Dates: Mon (Jan Dec) Time: 10.00am 1.00pm Sessions: Weekly ... Cost: $ 5.00 Join this enthusiastic & active group. Enjoy an inviting and safe environment. Are you looking to find fellowship and enjoyment in active community involvement and excursions. All fellas welcome! Coffee and a chat 9 -10; and then on to a meeting at 10am: planning events and enjoying interesting talks. This is followed by Lunch. See more

24.01.2022 The Ballan Community House is holding their sausage sizzle outside Steptoe this morning. Make your donation to our Community House by grabbing a sausage now! Ends at 1.30 Photos & story by Concetta McFall

23.01.2022 Ballan Winterknits 2020 Bringing the magic of the ocean to Ballan! Story and photo by Concetta McFall

22.01.2022 Book Club Discussion Dates: Mon, 24 Feb 26 Nov Time: 7.00pm 9.00pm Sessions: Monthly, 4th Mon of the month Cost: $50 per year, (Includes $17 Library book fee)... Join this stimulating Group for interesting and animated discussion and analysis every month. Contact Community House office for more information and the reading list. See more

22.01.2022 All non-essential courses at Community Houses cannot start as yet. We are hopeful that we will have some good news from the Victorian Government, next Sunday, which will allow in-person attendance to these courses to be held from Monday 9th November.

22.01.2022 Speciality Quilt Shaggy Squares Dates: Mon 24 Aug Time: 10.00am 3.00pm Sessions: Single Session ... Cost: $30 Use up your scraps, multi -coloured or use a colour scheme, pick a size. Borders optional . See more

21.01.2022 The sun has come out and a friendly greeting heralds the return of Ballan Farmer's Market! Story and photo by Concetta McFall

16.01.2022 Halloween in Ballan Photos by Concetta McFall

16.01.2022 Introduction to Meditation Tutor: LETICIA DORNELLES Dates: Mon 20 Jul 14 Sep Time: 6.00pm 6.50pm (50 mins) Sessions: 9, weekly (followed by Yoga)... Cost: $100 Enrol in Meditation and learn about this essential skill and its different styles for the Modern era. See more

14.01.2022 Has your income been impacted by COVID-19? Are you concerned about money? Moorabool Shire Council, in partnership with Darley Neighbourhood House and Ballan Community House, is hosting an online session with Salvation Army Financial Counsellor Leanne Garth, free to everyone in the community. This session will provide practical advice on how to stay in control of your finances during this difficult period. Wednesday, 28 October, 2020 - 16:00 to 17:00 For more information and to register: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/moorabool-moneycare-youre-t(link is external) or go to moorabool.vic.gov.au/events For more information please call the CASI Community Connector on 5366 7100.

14.01.2022 Ballan Winterknits 2020 If the cap fits.........! Photos: Concetta McFall

13.01.2022 Drawing & Painting for Children Dates: Thu 30 Jul-3 Sep Time: 4.00pm 5.00pm Sessions: 6, weekly Cost: $75 - Book early ... Class size: Maximum 6 per class An informative Art class for children aged 8 to 13 years, or by arrangement. Contact the office for equipment & materials list. In Term 1 if there are any high school students, this Art Class will be extended from 4pm to 5.30pm. Four to Five oclock for the younger students and 4.30 to 5.30 for the high school students. Please contact the BDCH Office for a materials list. See more

13.01.2022 Ballan Winterknits 2020. A tree enjoys a hug. What the world needs now is a group hug but its not possible at this stage. Keeping fingers crossed, a COVID19 vaccine will be developed in the not too distant future. Story and photo by Concetta McFall

13.01.2022 Magpies are not the only bird zealously guarding their territory during its nesting season. Another species found in Ballan is the Plover. These birds lay their eggs on open ground and fly overhead, screeching continuously to ward off trepassers. Photo and story. Concetta McFall

12.01.2022 Ballan Winterknits 2020 These bears are snug in their enclosure and catching up with the news of a bygone era. Photos and story by Concetta McFall

11.01.2022 Ballan Winterknits 2020 Keeping a car under wraps till Spring Photo by Concetta McFall

10.01.2022 Wombat Arts Workshop Alternate Mondays Contact the Ballan Community House for details, or phone the Wombat Arts Group on 5368 2084.

10.01.2022 *Please Note: Due to Covid-19 restrictions Calligraphy is cancelled for Term 3

10.01.2022 Mens Program Meetings Monday mornings Dates: Mon (Jan Dec) Time: 10.00am 1.00pm Sessions: Weekly... Cost: $ 5.00 Join this enthusiastic & active group. Enjoy an inviting and safe environment. Are you looking to find fellowship and enjoyment in active community involvement and excursions. All fellas welcome! Coffee and a chat 9 -10; and then on to a meeting at 10am: planning events and enjoying interesting talks. This is followed by Lunch. See more

10.01.2022 Ballan Film Society Time: Venue open 3pm Screening Time 3.30pm Sessions: 2nd Sunday each month (Unless otherwise advised)... Reduced program to recom-mence 26 July Cost: $43 for new members for re-mainder of 2020 [including BDCH Membership] (Vouchers) $30 for 3 films JOIN THE BALLAN FILM SOCIETY AND ENJOY THE REMAINING SCREENINGS FOR THE YEAR & Community House Membership The aim of the Film Society is to encourage interest in film as a medium for public education, information and entertainment by means of the exhibition of films of artistic, cultural or informative character. Ring the BDCH Office for further information, if you wish to join the Society, or visit the website www.ballancommunityhouse.com.au/film-society/ See more

09.01.2022 Ballan Winterknits 2020 Inglis Street is blessed with multiple verandahs which adds to Ballans charm. Some of these posts are showcased in this collage. Photo and story by Concetta McFall

09.01.2022 Lions Club of Ballan Contact: SHARON MURPHY Enquiries: 0412 819 110 Location: Mechanics Institute Green Room Time: 7.00pm 9.00pm (Mon)... 3.00pm 4.30pm (Sun) Sessions: Twice, Monthly 1st Mon, 3rd Sun of Month See more

09.01.2022 Lego Creative Play Starts: Wed 29 Jul 16 Sep Time: 4pm 5pm Sessions: 8, weekly Costs: $64... Class size: Minimum 3 to proceed Max 6 A chance for children from 6 to 9 years to play, be creative and be challenged while building with Lego, in a supportive and co-operative environment with a qualified Primary Teacher. Lego materials supplied. See more

09.01.2022 Yoga for the modern age. Our dedicated Yoga teacher Leticia has been posting Yoga classes via Facebook and YouTube since lock down started in March. As we are now in our 2nd lock down she is holding live classes via Zoom so her students can finish the term.

06.01.2022 Ballan Film Society Looking ahead to 2021, if you are interested in films come and join the Film Society for interesting screenings and lively discussions Usual time: 3pm, last Sunday each month

06.01.2022 Ballan Winterknits 2020 Another wonderful creation by a local Ballan artist bringing brightness to our gray winter.

05.01.2022 Covid-19 has changed operating procedures for all of us. In May this year a vehicle crashed through the car park wall into our office, we relocated to a temporary office in the building. Lets hope we can get back to normal very soon.

05.01.2022 A sign of hope, a rainbow arches across the sky. Story and photo by Concetta McFall

04.01.2022 Winter 2020 has come to an end . Springtime is here at last. photos by Concetta McFall

03.01.2022 Due to Covid-19 Stage 3 Restrictions The Ballan Community House is closed. Two classes will continue with a mixture of on-line and face to face. Others will continue on-line only Office contact hours are: 10 am 1 pm Monday to Thursday . Ph: 53681934 or [email protected]

03.01.2022 Kevin Manning the barbie outside Steptoes this morning Photo by Concetta McFall

02.01.2022 Ballan Winterknits 2020 A tea party ensemble! Photo by Concetta McFall

01.01.2022 Bobbin Lace Dates: Sat 5 Sep Time: 10.00am 4.00pm Sessions: One day workshop. Cost: $35... Class size: Minimum 4 to proceed Max 5 Bobbin Lace it is reviving due to its use in jewellery and the spread of interest on the web. See more

01.01.2022 Bush Walking for Leisure Dates: Fri 17 Jul 11 Sep Time: 10am 2.00pm Sessions: Fortnightly (weather permitting) Cost: $4 per Walk ... Join this Bush-Walking Group to explore areas of historical and geological interest and beauty in the Moorabool Shire and surrounding areas. See more

01.01.2022 A sign of our COVID-19 times - Waiting for our school children to return. Story and photo by Concetta McFall