The ever-entertaining 2023 Victorian Seniors Festival continues. Until October 31, senior citizens in Greater Shepparton are invited to partake in free to low-cost activities. Find details of some of week three’s events below:
Tuesday, October 17
Flock of Ages — Pottery Bird Making Workshop
Add some clay to your day! In this pottery workshop, instructors will guide you through creating a clay bird with unique patterns and designs. Once the creations are dried, organisers will fire them in the kiln, and the flock will be installed on a wall for all to enjoy. No experience required. Stop by any time between 9.30am and 2pm.
When: Between 9.30am and 2pm
Where: Shepparton Access, 227 Wyndham St, Shepparton
Cost: Free
Contact: Shepparton Access on 5831 6180
Thursday, October 19
Access free online magazines and newspapers — Access Australia and Libby
At Shepparton Library, staff welcome you to their information session. Learn how to access thousands of free online magazines and newspapers through Access Australia and Libby. All you need is a library card.
When: 10.30am
Where: Shepparton Library, 41-43 Marungi St, Shepparton
Cost: Free
Contact: For more information or to book, contact Shepparton Library on 1300 374 765 or email shepparton@gvlibraries.com.au
Author talk — Helen Elliott
Helen Elliott is the next novelist scheduled to give an author talk at Tatura Library. Helen will speak about her recent book, Eleven Letters to You, an original memoir relaying her childhood in the suburbs of Melbourne in the 1950s and ’60s pre-feminism. Afternoon tea provided. Bookings preferred.
When: 2.30pm
Where: Tatura Library, 12-16 Casey St, Tatura
Cost: Free
Contact: For more information or to book, contact Tatura Library on 1300 374 765 or email tatura@gvlibraries.com.au
Friday, October 20
LGBTIQA+ seniors luncheon — Silver Rainbows Program launch
With Greater Shepparton City Council’s support, GV Pride is launching its newest program, ‘Silver Rainbows Social Support Group’. The event centres on inclusiveness and diversity, and GV Pride will provide information on engagement and upcoming social activities. Bookings required.
When: 12.30pm
Where: Fryers St Food Store, 53 Fryers St, Shepparton,
Cost: Free admission, pay for food as you order
Contact: GV Pride on 0493 442 601
October 21 and 22
Model Railway Exhibition
All aboard the Model Railway Exhibition — a showcase of model train layouts from Greater Shepparton, Melbourne, Wangaratta, Sydney and beyond. There’ll be historical and collectible displays, model railway and rail memorabilia sales, and displays from remote control cars and planes, drones and Lego. Plus, a ‘U-drive’ layout allows children to run some extraordinary engines. Refreshments available.
When: Saturday, October 21, from 9am to 5.30pm, and Sunday, October 22, from 10am to 4pm
Where: McIntosh Centre, Shepparton Showgrounds, High St, Shepparton
Cost: Adults $10, children (5-10) $5