Want to get to know the community a little better? Joining classes, programs and events at Mernda Community House is a great way to meet people while also getting something of value for yourself.
The best part? Most of what we offer is free for you to participate! We do the work behind the scenes to find funding to deliver our programs to you. It is part of our efforts to make as much of what we do accessible and affordable to everyone in our local community.
Adults Activities
The Hive Craft Group
The Hive is a friendly and welcoming craft and social connection group that welcomes all to join them. The group loves a good chat whilst working on their own craft project or simply doing some mindful coloring whilst listening to the gentle and supportive conversations. And of course, there is plenty of expertise to share if you need some craft tips!
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Every Wednesday 10 am – 12 pm during school terms
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Free
Sustainable Gardening
If you have a love of gardening, whether that is sharing your gardening know-how or learning from others, then our Community Garden and Sustainable Gardening class is for you! In this class, you will get your hands dirty in your outdoor classroom – the garden. Learn from knowledgeable teachers and students alike.
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Every Wednesday 10.00 – 12.00 pm during the school term
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$50 per term (exemptions apply)
English Conversations
Come and join our lively English Conversation Classes and meet amazing people from your local community. These classes are delivered by experienced teachers from Prace. Learn everyday English to better help you reach your work, social and life goals.
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Every Thursday 9.30 am – 12.00 pm during school terms
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Free
Sewing for Beginners
Do you have an interest in sewing? Do you have a sewing machine at home that is sitting in the cupboard? Why not dust it off and join Gnanes, a qualified seamstress who will be introducing you to the craft of sewing? In this class, you will learn how to create simple to medium-level clothing projects.
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Classes are available on Saturday (and Sunday for a limited period) 10.00 am – 1:00 pm
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$110 for 8 classes
Women's* Shed
Come and join us at the Mernda Community House and unleash your inner carpenter/handyperson/tiler/and more! Learn how to use hand and power tools, work with wood and other materials, and learn the ins and outs of simple fix-it jobs while in the company of other budding handywomen. The Shed is filled with the sounds of hammers, sawing, and, of course, laughter.
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Each Friday 9.30 am – 12:30 pm during the school term
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Material Fee: $50 / Term
Dance Movement and Art Therapy for Carers
Take some time out for yourself and join other local carers in a facilitated group that offers you techniques for bringing some calmness into your busy and challenging life. Your facilitator comes with highly regarded qualifications and experience to lead you through a variety of activities.
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Every second Monday 10.00 am – 12.00 pm during school terms (check the calendar for dates)
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Free
Intro to Fashion Sewing
Intro to fashion sewing builds your skills to create clothing for you and your family. Join our experienced teacher as she takes you through from basics to medium-level sewing skills including some pattern-making and techniques for taking measurements to create a perfectly fitted garment.
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Every Tuesday 10.00 am – 1.00 pm during the school term
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$50 per term (exemptions apply)
Intro to Horticulture
Join the Intro to Horticulture class and build your gardening knowledge and skills. You will learn the basics of complete gardening knowledge including how to care for soils, pests, and diseases, what to plant where pruning and so much more. This class is delivered in the classroom with some hands-on.
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Every Wednesday 1.00 pm – 3.00 pm during school terms
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Free
Wood Work
Have you wanted a chance to learn wood work skills, learn how to use power tools safely, understand joinery skills or create bespoke projects? This program will teach beginners how to do this and more. Based at Mernda Community House Community Shed facility.
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Every Thursday 10.00 am – 1.00 pm during school terms
$50 per term (exemptions apply)
Kids Activities
Programs
Mernda Repair Café
Have something you love that isn’t working and needs repairing? Come to Mernda Repair Café and let our skilled repairers get fixed. The service is open once a month. Please check the dates and availability of repairers on the Mernda Community House website.
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Once a month on a Saturday 10.00 am – 2.00 pm
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Free