Activities for over 55s

The Ashburton Support Group meetings happen on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month, either in person or on Zoom, from 7 pm to 9 pm. They are for family members and friends of loved ones with problematic alcohol, drug, or gambling use. They are led by volunteers with their own lived experience, and provide safe, confidential, and friendly places where members can learn strategies on how to cope, gain information and support and be among people who understand. All meetings are free, but you need to call to book a place at a meeting.

Learn how to do cryptic crossword puzzles for some fantastic mental exercise! Online sessions via zoom. Two sessions run on Monday. The morning session runs from 10:30 am to 11:30 am and is for participants who have experience doing cryptic crosswords, and the afternoon session runs from 2:30 pm to 3:30 pm and is for participants who have experience doing cryptic crosswords. Cost: $40, and you must be a member to participate ($15 per year for adults).

Unlock the power of collaboration and organisation. Learn essential skills to create, edit and share documents and spreadsheets seamlessly.

As a Boroondara library member, you have free access to a wide variety of films and music through streaming services. This allows you to play movies and songs on a phone, tablet, computer, or television screen using a casting service or HDMI cable. If you're not already a member of the Boroondara Library Service you can join online.

We hold regular activities and events including guest speakers, book club and trivia nights. Refer to our website for full particulars of the activities of our club. Second Tuesday of the month from 10 am to 12 pm. Cost: contact club for details.

Intermediate French for those with 18 to 24 months’ experience. Immerse yourself in the beauty of the French language, develop an understanding of the culture and traditions. Presented by Hawthorn Community House. Anyone can attend regardless of location.

The Australian Music Vault has asked some of the country’s most influential trailblazers and unsung heroes to open up about their lives in music as part of their Long Play Series. View the videos for free.

Language and conversation class for students with 6+ years experience. Thursday class online via Zoom.