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Here's what's on this week in Moonee Valley
Moonee Valley is proud to host a vibrant arts, culture, activities, and events program throughout the year. With a booming selection of activities happening around Moonee Valley, there's something for everyone to get up to this week to beat the boredom blues. We have many free and low cost activities occurring every week, suitable for people of all ages. So browse the list of things happening this week and treat yourself to some local entertainment.
August
Sing, play and make friends at Playgroup13aug10:00am12:00pm10:00am - 12:00pm Djerring Flemington Hub
Time
Wednesday, 13 August 2025 10:00am - 12:00pm
Location
Djerring Flemington Hub
25 Mt Alexander Road, Flemington.
Event Details
Bring your little ones along to our popular weekly playground sessions, featuring a range of activities and toys to support your child’s development. Happy Hearts is free play with a short
Event Details
Bring your little ones along to our popular weekly playground sessions, featuring a range of activities and toys to support your child’s development.
Happy Hearts is free play with a short guided group singalong.
This is a great way to meet other families, support your child’s learning and have fun!
For bookings or enquiries, please email WomenFamilies-Djerring@mvcc.vic.gov.au or call Djerring Flemington Hub on 8325 1800
Time
Wednesday, 13 August 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm
Location
Online Event
Event Details
Come to the Moonee Valley Aged Care Provider Network event to connect, share knowledge, and collaborate for better care outcomes! Welcome to
Event Details
Welcome to the Moonee Valley Aged Care Provider Network!
Date: Wednesday, 13 August 2025
Time: 11 – 12 pm
Platform: Microsoft Teams
Topic: Planning Session 2025-2026
The Aged Care Provider Network supports CHSP providers, and this session will focus on identifying key topics and activities of interest for the year ahead. Insights gathered will help shape a tailored calendar of forums and workshops that align with provider priorities and promote quality and person-centred care.
Time
Thursday, 14 August 2025 10:00am - 11:30am
Location
Incinerator Gallery
180 Holmes Road, Aberfeldie, VIC 3040
Event Details
Improve, practise and refine your drawing abilities in a supportive and encouraging environment at the iconic Incinerator Gallery. Whether you are a beginner or experienced artist our art
Event Details
Improve, practise and refine your drawing abilities in a supportive and encouraging environment at the iconic Incinerator Gallery.
Whether you are a beginner or experienced artist our art educator Fiona Cabassi will guide and assist you in developing your drawing skills. Artworks on display will broaden your perspectives and inspire creativity.
Free, bookings required.
Sing, play and make friends at Playgroup14aug10:00am12:00pm10:00am - 12:00pm Djerring Flemington Hub
Time
Thursday, 14 August 2025 10:00am - 12:00pm
Location
Djerring Flemington Hub
25 Mt Alexander Road, Flemington.
Event Details
Bring your little ones along to our popular weekly playground sessions, featuring a range of activities and toys to support your child’s development. Happy Hearts is free play with a short
Event Details
Bring your little ones along to our popular weekly playground sessions, featuring a range of activities and toys to support your child’s development.
Happy Hearts is free play with a short guided group singalong.
This is a great way to meet other families, support your child’s learning and have fun!
For bookings or enquiries, please email WomenFamilies-Djerring@mvcc.vic.gov.au or call Djerring Flemington Hub on 8325 1800
Time
Thursday, 14 August 2025 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Location
Online Event
Event Details
Our Community Grants team invite you to join our FREE online workshop, to assist you in applying for a Biannual Community Grant.
Event Details
Moonee Valley City Council is currently offering funding through the Community Grants Program to support First Peoples, community groups, organisations, Moonee Valley businesses and artists who work in Moonee Valley.
This informative workshop will strengthen your Biannual Community Grant application and improve your chances of a successful grant outcome.
Workshop topics will include:
- Checking your eligibility for a Moonee Valley City Council Biannual Grant
- How to write clear and relevant answers within the grant application form
- Working with an auspice
- Identifying your project partners
- How to prepare your project budget
If you have any questions, or would like to request an interpreter, please contact the Community Grants team on 9243 1664 or communitygrants@mvcc.vic.gov.au
Please note that this workshop is specific for the Moonee Valley City Council Biannual Grant program.
A Teams link for this workshop will be sent to your nominated email address prior to the event.
Time
Saturday, 16 August 2025 11:00am - 1:30pm
Location
Flemington Library
313 Racecourse Rd
Event Details
Imagine extraordinary futures for real and fictional worlds with inventor Steve Mushin. Steve is the creator of ‘ULTRAWILD’, a book of 100+ inventions to transform cities into super cool future
Event Details
Imagine extraordinary futures for real and fictional worlds with inventor Steve Mushin. Steve is the creator of ‘ULTRAWILD’, a book of 100+ inventions to transform cities into super cool future ecosystems – and you’re invited to join the engineering team! Take part in high energy drawing and design activities while Steve shares funny and inspiring stories about his inventions in this hands-on workshop.
Ages: 12-18
Cost: FREE
Time
Saturday, 16 August 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Location
Flemington Library
313 Racecourse Rd
Event Details
Amie Kaufman is a New York Times, USA Today and internationally bestselling author of science fiction and fantasy books including the ‘Starbound’ trilogy and ‘The Illuminae Files’. Amie will discuss
Event Details
Amie Kaufman is a New York Times, USA Today and internationally bestselling author of science fiction and fantasy books including the ‘Starbound’ trilogy and ‘The Illuminae Files’. Amie will discuss how she uses science to drive the plot of her novels and how she generates scientifically plausible ideas.
14+ years
Cost: FREE
Sing, play and make friends at Playgroup20aug10:00am12:00pm10:00am - 12:00pm Djerring Flemington Hub
Time
Wednesday, 20 August 2025 10:00am - 12:00pm
Location
Djerring Flemington Hub
25 Mt Alexander Road, Flemington.
Event Details
Bring your little ones along to our popular weekly playground sessions, featuring a range of activities and toys to support your child’s development. Happy Hearts is free play with a short
Event Details
Bring your little ones along to our popular weekly playground sessions, featuring a range of activities and toys to support your child’s development.
Happy Hearts is free play with a short guided group singalong.
This is a great way to meet other families, support your child’s learning and have fun!
For bookings or enquiries, please email WomenFamilies-Djerring@mvcc.vic.gov.au or call Djerring Flemington Hub on 8325 1800
Time
Wednesday, 20 August 2025 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Location
Online Event
Event Details
Mental Health Awareness Session A mentally healthy workplace is not just a benefit; it’s a catalyst for productivity, creativity, and overall employee satisfaction. Our mental health awareness session is
Event Details
Mental Health Awareness Session
A mentally healthy workplace is not just a benefit; it’s a catalyst for productivity, creativity, and overall employee satisfaction.
Our mental health awareness session is designed for workplaces with 10-100 employees, aiming to bring wellbeing into the spotlight and to create healthier and more supportive environments where everyone can thrive.
In just one hour, your employees will expand their understanding of crucial topics, including the most common mental health conditions in Australia, underlying causes of poor mental health, how to have supportive conversations, tips for managing their own mental health, and more.
This session is an opportunity to enhance awareness and contribute to a healthier workplace for everyone.
Learning outcomes
During this 1-hour session your employees will increase their knowledge of the following:
- Most common mental health conditions in Australia.
- What causes poor mental health.
- What treatments are available.
- How do I have a supportive conversation.
- What if I want to disclose.
- Your role in a mentally healthy workplace.
- Tips for managing your own mental health.
Maylene Yinarr Trio – Echoes of the Earth20aug8:00pm9:00pm8:00pm - 9:00pm Clocktower Centre
Time
Wednesday, 20 August 2025 8:00pm - 9:00pm
Location
Clocktower Centre
750 Mount Alexander Road, Moonee Ponds
Event Details
Experience music that speaks to the spirit of connection and the next generation of Australian singer songwriter from Melbourne-born singer songwriter music, Maylene Yinarr and special guests Phoebe Elsworth
Event Details
Experience music that speaks to the spirit of connection and the next generation of Australian singer songwriter from Melbourne-born singer songwriter music, Maylene Yinarr and special guests Phoebe Elsworth and James Seymour.
Following the release of her debut single, ‘This is For Us’, Maylene’s songs reflect her Indigenous heritage and personal journey, touching on the everyday struggles and triumphs in grief and peace.
Incinerator Art Club 202521aug10:00am11:30am10:00am - 11:30am Incinerator Gallery
Time
Thursday, 21 August 2025 10:00am - 11:30am
Location
Incinerator Gallery
180 Holmes Road, Aberfeldie, VIC 3040
Event Details
This monthly series invites you to discover captivating stories within the visual arts realm and connect with our local creative community. Led by art educator, Adrian Montana, each
Event Details
This monthly series invites you to discover captivating stories within the visual arts realm and connect with our local creative community.
Led by art educator, Adrian Montana, each session begins with an informal gathering over a cup of tea or coffee, fostering connections among participants with a shared interest in art and culture. Whether you’re a seasoned art lover or just starting your journey, this is an inclusive space for everyone.
Free, bookings essential.
Sing, play and make friends at Playgroup21aug10:00am12:00pm10:00am - 12:00pm Djerring Flemington Hub
Time
Thursday, 21 August 2025 10:00am - 12:00pm
Location
Djerring Flemington Hub
25 Mt Alexander Road, Flemington.
Event Details
Bring your little ones along to our popular weekly playground sessions, featuring a range of activities and toys to support your child’s development. Happy Hearts is free play with a short
Event Details
Bring your little ones along to our popular weekly playground sessions, featuring a range of activities and toys to support your child’s development.
Happy Hearts is free play with a short guided group singalong.
This is a great way to meet other families, support your child’s learning and have fun!
For bookings or enquiries, please email WomenFamilies-Djerring@mvcc.vic.gov.au or call Djerring Flemington Hub on 8325 1800