Seniors Festival 2021: local events + Mona Vale and Dee Why Mini Expos Will Showcase local seniors groups
A three week celebration: April 13th - 30th, 2021
Every year Council coordinates the Northern Beaches Seniors Festival, with a program of activities focusing on health and mental stimulation, food and nutrition, multicultural and intergenerational relationships, technology, accommodation and local service options.
The festival program aims to encourage over 60s to connect with their community and develop new skills and interests.
Download the printed program here or search the full listing of festival events and activities at: www.northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au/services/seniors/seniors-festival
As part of the program Council will be coordinating two Meet Your Local Seniors Groups mini expos where you'll be able to find a group especially for you at:
- Northern Beaches PCYC, Dee Why, on Friday 16 April, and
- Mona Vale Memorial Hall on Friday 23 April.
Please note, all face-to-face activities are subject to change in accordance with NSW Public Health Orders. Face-to-face activities will have COVID-19 safety measures in place including venue number limits, mandatory sign-in, and social distancing and hygiene measures. Wearing a face mask is recommended.
Events include:
Walking Basketball
Tuesday April 13th, 9.30 AM - 10.30 AM
Warriewood Valley Sports Courts, Warriewood
A special session for seniors to come and try the low-impact, slower pace and social game of Walking Basketball – give it a shot!
Free. Registration recommended due to limited spaces: bnsw.com.au/walking-basketball
Contact: amy.nolan@bnsw.com.au or 8765 8555
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Ivanhoe Park Botanic Garden Walk & Talk
Tuesday April 13th, 10.00 AM - 12.00 PM or 2.00 PM - 4.00 PM
Manly Oval Pavilion, Manly
Enjoy a day of discovery during the Seniors Festival to hear about the history of Ivanhoe Park and the local area.
Free. Bookings essential by 9 April on 0412 267 744 or info@friendsivanhoeparkbotanicgarden.com
Numbers strictly limited to 25 per session. Limited street parking available. Council carparks nearby in Whistler Street and Central Avenue. Public transport stops nearby. Please wear walking shoes, hat and sunscreen. Reasonable level of fitness required.
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Walking Basketball
Tuesday April 13th, 12.00 PM - 1.00 PM
Avalon Recreation Centre, Avalon Beach
A special session for seniors to come and try the low-impact, slower pace and social game of Walking Basketball – give it a shot!
Free. Registration recommended due to limited spaces: bnsw.com.au/walking-basketball
Contact: amy.nolan@bnsw.com.au or 8765 8555
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Epic change: Technological advances of the past 25 years and how we can benefit
Wed April 14th, 10.00 AM - 12.00 PM
Tramshed Arts and Community Centre, Narrabeen
An engaging presentation on how technology has advanced in the past 25 years
Free. Bookings essential due to limited numbers: bookingscompalsnb@gmail.com
RSVP by Saturday 3 April
Enquiries: 9450 1909
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Healthy Ageing with Professor Susan Kurrle
Wed 14 April 14th, 12.00 PM - 1.00 PM
Get expert tips on how to age successfully. Online event
Professor Susan Kurrle, eminent geriatrician, will be coming to us live to discuss how to age successfully and the importance of staying active. Supported by local councils in the Northern Sydney region.
Free webinar. Bookings essential via northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au. Enquiries: seniors@northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au
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Money matters: Financial information seminar
Thursday April 15th, 10.00 AM - 11.30 AM
Pittwater Village, Mona Vale
This free seminar will help you navigate planning for retirement.
Free. Refreshments provided. Bookings essential by 14 April: 9479 5800 or email robyn.strevens@lendlease.com
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Get the most out of your smartphone photography
Thursday April 15th
3.00 PM - 4.00 PM
Create beautiful images with your smartphone. Online Event. Your smartphone is a powerful tool. Join this webinar to learn how to use your phone’s camera to create beautiful images with the guidance of professional photographer, Alfonso Calero.
Zoom Webinar $15 per person.
Registration: https://bit.ly/308b3Nd
Enquiries: alfonso@alfonso.com.au
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Willandra Wanderers – Walking in Nature
Friday 16 April, 10am – 4pm
Saturday 17 April, 10am – 4pm
Willandra Village, 81 Willandra Road, Cromer
Free. Bookings essential by 12 April: 9971 8035 or willandra@australianunity.com.au
Please wear walking shoes, hat and sunscreen. Reasonable level of fitness required. Walk is approximately one hour. Street parking available. Take a walk through the stunning Willandra Village surrounds.
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Meet your local seniors groups – Mini Expo, Dee Why
Friday April 16th, 10.30 AM - 1.00 PM
PCYC, Dee Why
Come along and find out about friendly local seniors groups. There are many local seniors groups on the Northern Beaches, and this is your opportunity to get to meet them. Whether you like to dance or sing or be arty and crafty. Or if you’d like to learn about technology or expand your knowledge of other topics, join a walking group, or just simply socialise, there’s a group out there for you.
There will also be topical presentations on health and wellbeing as well as giveaways throughout the day.
Exhibitors include: Balgowlah Rotary, Forest Computer Pals, Forest Men's Kitchen, Forest Seniors Mah-jong Group, Manly Branch - Country Women's Association, Manly Club for Seniors, Manly Computer Pals, Northern Beaches Computer Pals, Northern Beaches Creative Leisure & Learning, Northside Ukulele Group, Peninsula Dining Club, CCNB, Easylink Community Transport, MWP Care, Northern Beaches Community Connect
Presentations on:
- Bone health for seniors
- Health system for seniors
(Presentations sponsored by Sydney North Health Network)
Bookings: No bookings necessary. However venue numbers will be monitored (164 capacity) and mask wearing will be encouraged. Transport: Free transport from Easylink community transport can be arranged, phone 9919 0700. Conditions apply.
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Open Day at Manly Croquet Club
Saturday, April 17th 2021 - 10:00am to 3:00pm
Come along and sample the game of croquet. Throughout the day members will show you the essentials you need to enjoy playing this wonderful game.
Free. Contact the Club: 0401 248 390. Club located behind the Manly Seniors Centre.
Manly Croquet Club
275B Pittwater Road, Manly
Website: https://www.manlycroquet.com/
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Seniors Festival - Multicultural Celebration
Saturday, April 17th 2021 - 11:00am to 1:00pm
Walter Gors Park, Dee Why
Free. Northern Beaches Multicultural Communities Inc. invites seniors to celebrate Seniors Festival as recognition of their significant contribution to their families and communities. Sponsored by a NSW Government Seniors Festival grant.
Come along for to Walter Gors Park to enjoy:
- Great food and music
- Fun activities for seniors - games and tai chi
Dietician available for brief consultations as well. Enquires and RSVPs: Please call Mila on 0402 494 490 or email nbmcincorporated@gmail.com
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Movie Club - April
Sunday, April 18th 2021 - 1:30pm to 3:30pm
Mona Vale Library, Mona Vale
Free. Enquiries 8495 5028. A special movie screening for seniors on the big-ish screen at the Library - as part of the Seniors Festival.
Enjoy free monthly screenings on the big-ish screen at the Library. Third Sunday of the month.
What film is it? Due to copyright we cannot publish the name here but check out the clues below to see if you can guess or head to Mona Vale Library for full listings.
- 2019 comedy-drama film written and directed by Armando Lannucci.
- Based on the 1850 Victorian era novel David Copperfield by Charles Dickens.
- Stars Dev Patel as the title character.
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Seniors’ Festival - Seaweed Arboretum exhibition tour
Monday April 19th, 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Manly Art Gallery & Museum
Free. Book Here. Enjoy a guided walk through this unique exhibition which explores the intersection of art and science, celebrating the extraordinary world of our hidden underwater forests.
‘Seaweed Arboretum’, by artists Jennifer Turpin and Michaelie Crawford of Turpin Crawford Studio, is part of Manly’s Seaweed Forests Festival, a unique collaboration between the artists and Sydney Institute of Marine Science (SIMS).
The Festival’s innovative program of talks, workshops and events will bring MAG&M to life between April 10 and May 9. This project is supported by SIMS and the NSW My Communities Program. Numbers strictly limited to 35
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Buy Sell Online Workshop
Monday, April 19th 2021 - 1:00pm to 2:30pm
Warringah Mall Library, Brookvale
Free. Book Here. A special session for seniors to learn how to buy and sell online, and in turn keep these items out of landfill.
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Interactive Workshop for Seniors
Monday, April 19th 2021 - 4:00pm to 6:00pm
St John’s Anglican Church, Dee Why
Free. Northern Beaches Multicultural Communities Inc. invites seniors to this interactive workshop to hear about:
- Optimising your health
- Effectively communicating your needs
- Staying connected during pandemic and beyond
- COVID-19 vaccination – information in your language
Afternoon tea available. Sponsored by a NSW Government Seniors Festival grant. Learn about staying connected during the pandemic and other vital wellbeing topic for seniors.
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Zoom Workshop for Tibetan Seniors
Tuesday, April 20th 2021 - 10:00am to 12:00pm
Brookvale Community Centre, 2 Alfred road, Brookvale
Free. Bookings essential. Practical Workshop for Tibetan speaking seniors to learn how to use Zoom in order to stay connected to family and friends anywhere. Workshop facilitated by Northern Beaches Computer Pals for Seniors with the assistance of a Tibetan speaking worker and volunteers.
Participants required to bring their own laptop/tablet or smartphone. Morning tea and light lunch provided. Transport provided.
Supported by NSW Government through Seniors Festival Grants. Contact Community Northern Beaches - Dhondup on 0452 202 530. Email dhondup@cnb.org.au
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Betty Morrison talk
Tuesday April 20th, 10.30 – 11.30am
Avalon Library, 59A Old Barrenjoey Rd, Avalon Beach
Cost: $5. Morning tea provided. Book and pay at Avalon Library, limited numbers. Enquiries: 9918 3013
Join local studies Librarian Sharelle Ravenscroft for a glimpse into the life of local identity Betty Morrison through historical images and oral interviews from the library collection.
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Grandparents as Carers
Tuesday 20 April 20th, 12.15 – 2.15pm
Free webinar. Registration: trybooking.com/716250
Enquiries: seniors@northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au
Counsellor Trish Sara tackles the topic of childcare expectations and arrangements when you take on the rewarding role of caring for your grandchildren. We will also briefly cover Children’s First Aid and courses that you can take. Supported by local councils in the Northern Sydney region.
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Safety on our Roads - Workshop for Seniors
Wednesday April 21st, 1 – 3pm
Narraweena Community Centre, 74 Oceana St, Narraweena.
Free. Numbers strictly limited. Bookings essential by April 16th at northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au Enquires: 8495 5014 or roadsafety@northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au
Workshop for Seniors - Do you think you know everything about being a good driver, passenger or pedestrian? Get up to date information on how to use our roads and paths in this interactive session.
Afternoon tea and lucky draw prizes included.
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History of the Northern Beaches talk
Wednesday 21 April, 6 – 7pm
Manly Library, 1 Market Place, Manly
Cost: $5. Snacks provided. Bookings essential. Numbers strictly limited. Enquiries: 8495 5028
Join local studies historian Michelle Richmond for a glimpse into the past of the Northern Beaches through historical images and maps from the Library’s collection
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Leila Jeffreys: Birdland exhibition tour
Thursday April 22nd, 10 – 11am
Manly Art Gallery & Museum, Manly.
Free. Bookings online by 19 April. Numbers strictly limited to 35. Click ‘Talks & Events’ on our website magam.com.au
Enjoy a guided walk through this special exhibition by acclaimed Australian artist Leila Jeffreys, best known for her arresting and mysterious images of birds that explore and subvert the traditions of portraiture.
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U3A – History of the Quarantine Station
Thursday, April 22nd 2021 - 10:00am to 12:00pm
North Curl Curl Community Centre, 2 Griffin Rd, North Curl Curl
Free. Registrations essential as places are strictly limited. Please email ruth.buchanan@bigpond.com
The Northern Beaches Region of the University of the Third Age (U3A) would like to invite non-members during Seniors Festival, to sample a selection of our wonderfully diverse program of presentations and courses. Hear a presentation from the NSW Maritime Museum about the history of the Quarantine Station, in particular its importance for infection control in the new colony.
About U3A
U3A is a worldwide organisation that enables retired people to engage with others who share a love of learning and interests. No entry qualifications are required and there are no exams. U3A Membership - annual membership of $75 entitles members to attend as many talks, courses and events throughout the seven Sydney U3A regions.
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Meet your local seniors groups – Mini Expo, Mona Vale
Friday, April 23rd 2021 - 1:00pm to 3:30pm
Mona Vale Memorial Hall, 1 Park Street, Mona Vale
Free. There are many local seniors groups on the Northern Beaches, and this is your opportunity to get to meet them. Whether you like to dance or sing or be arty and crafty. Or if you’d like to learn about technology or expand your knowledge of other topics, join a walking group, or just simply socialise, there’s a group out there for you.
There will also be topical presentations on health and wellbeing as well as giveaways throughout the day.
Exhibitors include: Avalon Computer Pals, Forest Men's Kitchen, Manly Branch - Country Women's Association, Northern Beaches Creative Leisure & Learning, Northern Beaches Prostate Cancer Support Group, Northside Ukulele Group, University of the Third Age (U3A) - Northern Beaches Region, CCNB, Easylink Community Transport, Northern Beaches Community Connect,
Presentations on:
- Bone health for seniors
- Health system for seniors
(Presentations sponsored by Sydney North Health Network)
Bookings: No bookings necessary. However venue numbers will be monitored (venue capacity 120) and mask wearing will be encouraged.
Transport: Free transport from Easylink community transport can be arranged, phone 9919 0700. Conditions apply.
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Where There’s a Will There’s a Wake - Book Launch
Monday April 26th, 6 - 7:30 pm
Mona Vale Memorial Hall, 1 Park St, Mona Vale
Free catered event. Bookings essential. Bookings and enquiries: Karin Slade: 0412 269 049 or email: admin@cateringbydesign.com.au . RSVP by Monday 21 April
Book Launch - Written to help empower people to own their end of life choices, wake caterer and funeral director Karin Slade will talk about how to establish your own clear guidelines, your options and rights, and how to plan ahead of time a celebration of your own life or help a loved one who is dying.
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History Alive! Walking Tour of Manly Cemetery
Tuesday April 27th, 9.30 – 10.30am
Free. Bookings essential as numbers limited by Monday 19 April: 8495 6127 or cemeteries@northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au
Discover amazing headstones of Manly’s early pioneers, hear about the tragic death of Australia’s first female commercial pilot and help solve a possible murder mystery.
Manly Cemetery, cnr Hill St & Griffiths St, Fairlight (opposite Manly West School) 9.30am: Meet on Hill Street, followed by refreshments. Parking on site and in surrounding streets.
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Science presentation with Laurie Wilson
Tuesday, April 27th 2021 - 10:00am to 12:00pm
North Curl Curl Community Centre, 2 Griffin Rd, North Curl Curl
Free. Registrations essential as places are strictly limited. Please email ruth.buchanan@bigpond.com.
The Northern Beaches Region of the University of the Third Age (U3A) would like to invite non-members during Seniors Festival, to sample a selection of our wonderfully diverse program of presentations and courses. Hear from Laurie Wilson who is an expert in their field of science. For seniors who enjoy science, this presentation is for you. This is one of a series of regular U3A science talks on alternate Tuesdays.
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U3A – The Music of Vienna
Tuesday, April 27th 2021 - 11:00am to 1:00pm
The Tramshed Arts & Community Centre, 1395A Pittwater Rd, Narrabeen
Free. Registrations essential as places are strictly limited. Please email ramccull@gmail.com
The Northern Beaches Region of the University of the Third Age (U3A) would like to invite members and non-members during Seniors Festival. Learn about the great composers who have lived and worked in the city of Vienna – a city which has produced and housed more composers than any other.
From Haydn and Mozart to Mahler and Franz Lehar, come and enjoy listening to some wonderful music and enjoy being part of a friendly group.
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Helpful apps for your smart device
Tuesday 27 April, 3 – 4pm
Free webinar. Registration: https://bit.ly/2PMm2dn Enquiries: beconnected@esafety.gov.au
Brought to you by the eSafety Commissioner, this webinar will provide useful tips to get the greatest benefit from the apps on your smartphone. The webinar covers: what’s an app, where to download them, helpful apps and app management.
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History Alive! Walking Tour of Mona Vale Cemetery
Wednesday April 28th, 9.30 – 11am
Stroll through Mona Vale Cemetery and see inscriptions and symbolic religious art and hear stories of the pioneers who settled and developed the area.
Free. Bookings essential as numbers limited by Monday 19 April: 8495 6127 or cemeteries@northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au . Parking on site and bus stop nearby.
Mona Vale Cemetery, 107 Mona Vale Rd, Mona Vale (vehicle entry via Fazzolari Avenue) 9.30am: Meet at Cemetery Caretaker’s Office followed by refreshments.
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Easylink wonderful afternoon of wellness
Thursday April 29th, 12 – 2pm
Curl Curl Sports Centre, 240 Abbott Road, North Curl Curl.
Cost: $15 includes lunch, exercise class and transport to & from your home. Bookings essential due to limited numbers by 19 April: 9919 0700 or bookings@easylink.com.au
Enjoy lunch together and then a group exercise class focussed on improving balance and mobility. The class will be facilitated by expert exercise physiologists from Active Seniors, Dee Why.
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Services to support you to stay at home as you get older
Thursday April 29th, 1 – 3pm
Free webinar. Registration: trybooking.com/716232
Enquiries: seniors@northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au
Want to know more about help at home for older people? Join this webinar to hear from aged care professionals about what services are available to support you or your loved ones. Supported by local councils in the Northern Sydney region.
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Accidental Counsellor Training for Seniors
Friday April 30th, 9am – 1.30pm
Lifeline Northern Beaches, 310 Sydney Road, Balgowlah.
Free. Limited places available. Registration at northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au Enquiries: 8495 5104
Accidental Counsellor training will equip you to recognise when others are struggling, respond appropriately with confidence and refer someone to the best community-based help on the Northern Beaches. Training provided by Lifeline Northern Beaches
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Save your furniture from landfill
Friday April 30th, 10 – 11.30am
Craft Room, North Balgowlah Community Centre, 10 Bardoo Ave, North Balgowlah.
Free, bookings essential due to limited numbers by 28 April. Bookings and enquiries: Sarah Macaulay, 0421 962 831 or sarah@sarahmacaulaystudio.com.au
Join local artisan Sarah Macaulay to learn easy to achieve tips on upcycling old furniture and saving your family heirlooms. That tired old piece is waiting to be transformed into a thing of beauty.
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U3A: The art and photography of Gallipoli
Friday, April 30th 2021 - 10:00am to 12:00pm
Lionel Watts Sports & Community Centre, Blackbutts Rd, Frenchs Forest
Registrations essential as places are strictly limited. Email: john@wattever.com.
The Northern Beaches Region of the University of the Third Age (U3A) would like to invite non-members during Seniors Festival, to sample a selection of our wonderfully diverse program of presentations and courses.
Hear Harvey Broadbent’s presentation about war artists and photographers from both sides chronicling the campaign. The presentation outlines how paintings and photographs determined attitudes to the Gallipoli campaign.
