Continuing to create, build, strengthen and connect our community.

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We offer courses, workshops and spaces to hire. We’re big on building activities to connect the Woodend community and support our local volunteer groups to have a go.

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We offer a range of services for our local community including a food pantry, community library, recycling, printing and photocopying.

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We have a selection of rooms and equipment available to hire. Whether it's a social gathering, lunch, workshop or meeting, we can accommodate you!

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What's On

This term we are offering a wide range of exciting courses, and workshops.
There is something for everyone. If you’re new to Woodend, come and say hello at the House, we’d love to welcome you in person!

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Download Term 2 2025 Program

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✨ Get Creative, Active and Connected this term at the Woodend Neighbourhood House! ✨

Looking for fun and enriching activities for your kids in Term 2? We've got you covered with Art & Yoga classes designed to inspire imagination, movement, and social connection!

🎨 Art Club for Kids
Let their creativity shine!
🖌️ Ages 2–5: Wednesdays, 2:00pm – 3:00pm
🖌️ Prep – Grade 4: Wednesdays, 3:45pm – 5:00pm
🖌️ Grade 5 & 6: Wednesdays, 5:15pm – 6:30pm

🧘‍♀️ Yoga for Kids
Stretch, breathe, and have fun!
🌈 Bendy Buddies (Ages 2–5): Tuesdays, 9:30am – 10:00am
🌈 Creative Yoga (Prep – Grade 6): Wednesdays, 3:45pm – 5:00pm

📍 All classes held at Woodend Neighbourhood House

🎟️ Book now or register interest:
👉 https://www.socialplanet.com.au/at/woodend-neighbourhood-house/collection/350

Let’s make Term 2 full of colour, calm, and community! 🌟

TAKE TIME TO NURTURE YOURSELF

Discover a range of classes at Woodend Neighbourhood House designed to support your physical and mental wellbeing.

🌿 Grounding Hatha Yoga *NEW*
🪑 Supported Hatha Yoga *NEW*
🕊️ Tai Chi & Qigong *NEW*
🧘‍♀️ Hatha Yoga with Chitra
🧓 Yoga for Seniors and Chronic Conditions
🧘 Guided Meditation
🧠 Mindfulness & Meditation
🌬️ Gentle Yoga, Qi Gong & Guided Meditation
🎶 Woodend Kirtan

Find our more via our website.

🐣 Spots still available for our Easter-tastic Workshop – happening tomorrow at Woodend Neighbourhood House! 🎉

Join us for a fun, hands-on session with Creative Me and make your very own Easter decoration using pipe cleaners, a wooden log, and plenty of imagination! ✨

Perfect for kids looking to get crafty and create something special to wow theirloved ones this Easter. 🌸🐰

🎨 Bookings essential – secure your spot now via our website.

SCHOOL HOLIDAY OPENING HOURS

RECEPTION: Open weekdays between 9am and 3pm, except for the following days:

Friday 11th April - Closed
Friday 18th April - Closed (Good Friday)
Monday 21st April - Closed (Easter Monday)
Friday 25th April - Closed (Anzac Day)

FOOD BANK: Open Mondays and Fridays between 12.30pm and 2.30pm, except for the following day:

Monday 21st April - Closed (Easter Monday)

From regular favourites such as the Community Lunch, Bike Shed and Hatha Yoga to new offerings including an intergenerational playgroup with our friends at Woodend Playgroup, a Community Gardening Group, Tai Chi, Dungeons & Dragons, and a new social group called 'Puzzles and Chat'.... there's lots to discover at the Woodend Neighbourhood House!

Download your copy of the Term 2 brochure from our website or pop into the House to grab your copy.

We can't wait to welcome you to the House!

Do you have a surplus of zucchinis in your home garden?

We're planning zucchini slice for our next Community Lunch and would love your donations.

Zucchinis can be dropped off to reception at the Woodend Neighbourhood House between Monday 7th April to Thursday 10th April (9am - 3pm).

Thank you in advance!

Join us tomorrow at the Woodend Neighbourhood House for a tree pruning hands-on demonstration.

🗓️ Friday 4th April
⏰ 10am - 12noon

Bring gardening gloves and secateurs (if you have them) 🌿

🌱 Join Our New Community Gardening Group! 🌱

We’re launching a brand-new Community Gardening Group — and you’re invited to the very first session this Thursday!

Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just curious to learn, this is a welcoming space to connect, enjoy the outdoors, and grow something wonderful together.

Here’s what we’ll be up to in the weeks ahead:

👩‍🌾 Vegetable Gardening: Plant, tend, and harvest fresh produce.
🌿 General Gardening: Help with seasonal tasks like weeding, watering, and nurturing the space.
☕ Tea & Chat: Take a break, sip some tea, and share stories with new friends.

First Session: Thursday 20 March, 10am – 12pm
Where: Woodend Neighbourhood House
Cost: Free! Tools provided — just bring your enthusiasm (and maybe some gardening gloves).

Be part of this exciting new group from day one!

Register your interest on our website and come grow with us!
https://www.socialplanet.com.au/activity/view?id=33773

There are just three more weeks of school until the Easter School Holidays are upon us!

Check out what's happening at the Woodend Neighbourhood House:

🌷Imaginary Insects Craft Workshop - Prep to Grade 6 (Mon 7 Apr)
🌷 Storyboard Drama Workshop - Prep to Grade 6 (Wed 9 Apr)
🌷Bendy Buddies Preschoolers aged 2 - 5 years (Thurs 10 Apr)
🌷 Creative Yoga for Kids - Prep to Grade 6 (Thurs 10 Apr)
🌷Yoga for Teens - Years 7 - 12 (Thurs 10 Apr)
🌷 Sun Catcher Craft Workshop - Prep to Grade 6 (Mon 14 Apr)
🌷Easter Craft Workshop - Prep to Grade 6 (Wed 16 Apr)

Find out all the details and make a booking via our website.

THE OUR VILLAGE VAN IS ON ITS WAY - next Thursday 20th March!

Drop off your items to the Woodend Neighbourhood House on Tuesday 18th or Wednesday 19th March (9am - 3pm) or first thing Thursday morning. We'll make sure your donations are in the van and on their way to a family in need.

But who are Our Village? It's the new name of St Kilda Mums, Geelong Mums and Eureka Mums. Together, as Our Village, they will increase their impact for vulnerable babies, children and the environment.

To find if your items can be donated to Our Village, visit their website.

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