Is it time to unleash your creativity?

Once you arrive at Paint and Sip the tunes will be flowing with an artist helping you set up, and turn your blank canvas into a masterpiece! You’ll then be guided through the artwork step-by-step, singing, laughing, and enjoying the atmosphere with other carers. Lunch and non-alcoholic refreshments provided.

 

When:

Thursday 19 September, 11:00am – 2:00pm

 

Where:

Pinot and Picasso: 274 Hargreaves Mall, Bendigo

 

EOIs close:

Monday 19 August.

Enjoy a Japanese feast

Socialise with other carers over a delicious Japanese All You Can Eat feast at Okami
Bendigo. There is a wide range of mouth-watering dishes to choose from, each crafted fresh with every order. Meal and dessert provided. Drinks other than water are not provided and can be purchased at the bar.

 

When:

Wednesday 18 September, 6:30pm – 8:30pm

 

Where:

Okami: 215-217 Barnard Street, Bendigo

 

EOIs close:

Sunday 18 August.

Step into a world of movies

Join other carers for a coffee catch-up at the Eaglehawk Bakery, then walk down to
the nearby Star Cinema for an afternoon movie. Sit back and relax in the comfortable couches at the historical Star Cinema. Bakery tea/coffee and cinema admission included.

Please note bakery lunch and cinema snacks are not included.

 

When:

Thursday 12 September, 11:30am – 3:00pm

 

Where:

Eaglehawk Bakery: 80 High Street, Eaglehawk
Star Cinema: Town Hall, Peg Leg Road, Eaglehawk

 

EOIs close:

Monday 12 August.

Enjoy some good company and food

Sometimes it can feel like you’re on your own in your caring role. Come and meet other carers in your area, and make new connections over a relaxed lunch at Pistol Pete’s Food n Blues Restaurant, Geelong.

 

When:

Friday 6 September, 12:00pm – 2:30pm

 

Where:

Pistol Pete’s Food n Blues: 93 Little Malop Street, Geelong

 

EOIs close:

Tuesday 6 August.

Luxuriate with some pamering

It’s time for some well-deserved pampering. Luxuriate in a decadent 60-minute massage designed to relax your mind and body, ease nervous tension and stimulate blood flow. This full body massage combines gentle rhythmic motions with an aromatic warmed oil to encourage a heightened state of relaxation.

 

When:

Thursday 29 August, 10:00am – 3:45pm.
(The 1hr treatments will be scheduled throughout this timeframe)

 

Where:

Ballarat Sanctuary Day Spa: Mercure Hotel, 613 Main Road, Golden Point

 

EOIs close:

Monday 29 July.

Give your tastebuds a treat

Cooking can be fun, especially when you get to taste it! Join other carers for a Middle Eastern cooking class with experienced teacher Natalie. We learn how to make Middle Eastern dip and dessert which we can enjoy on the day. Lunch, tea and coffee provided.

 

When:

Friday 23 August, 10:30am – 2:00pm

 

Where:

Rotary Function Centre: 26 High Street, Kangaroo Flat (Opposite APCO)

 

EOIs close:

Tuesday 23 July.

Step into a world of cinema

Join other carers for an evening movie in Eaglehawk. Sit back and relax in the comfortable couches at the historical Star Cinema. Ticket admission provided.

Please note that cinema snacks/refreshments are not provided.

 

When:

Thursday 22 August, 7:30pm – 10:30pm

 

Where:

Star Cinema: Town Hall, Peg Leg Road, Eaglehawk

 

EOIs close:

Monday 22 July.

Join fellow carers for a delicious lunch

Join other carers for a delicious lunch catch-up at Lake View Hotel, Bendigo. Main meal, dessert and non-alcoholic drink provided.

 

When:

Saturday 17 August, 12:00pm – 3:00pm

 

Where:

Lake View Hotel: 204 McCrae Street, Bendigo

 

EOIs close:

Wednesday 17 July.

Join fellow carers for a relaxing lunch

Sometimes it can feel like you’re on your own in your caring role. Come and meet other carers in your area, and make new connections over a relaxed lunch at Flying Brick Cider House, Wallington.

 

When:

Thursday 1 August, 12:00pm – 2:30pm

 

Where:

Flying Brick Cider House: 1251-1269 Bellarine Highway, Wallington

 

EOIs close:

Monday 1 July.

It’s time to be festive!

Join other carers for a hearty Christmas in July lunch at the Boundary Hotel, Bendigo.
Main meal, dessert and non-alcoholic drink provided.

 

When:

Thursday 25 July, 12:00pm – 3:00pm

 

Where:

Old Boundary Hotel: 2 Milroy Street, Bendigo

 

EOIs close:

Tuesday 25 June.

Delight in being pampered

Enjoy some ‘me’ time with a 45-minute relaxation massage. Meredith from Basic Kneads Massage Therapy, Ararat will tend to your tired muscles leaving you refreshed and relaxed.

 

When:

Monday 22 July 2024, 9:00am – 1:30pm
(The 45min treatments will be scheduled throughout this timeframe)

 

Where:

Basic Kneads Massage Therapy: 186 Barkly Street, Ararat

 

EOIs close:

Saturday 22 June.

Relax with a magical sound bath

Join us for the perfect nurturing ritual at Lotus Yoga Studio. As you are welcomed into a beautifully open and loving space, you are invited to look inward on a journey through the body and mind. The session begins with a guided meditation, then transitions into a magical sound bath.

Yoga Nidra gives you the opportunity to enjoy complete relaxation and reset the nervous system. The best part is there is nothing expected of you, just bring yourself and find a spot to create your safe space.

 

When:

Saturday 20 July, 11:30am – 12:45pm

 

Where:

Lotus Yoga Studio: 71 Bellarine Highway, Point Lonsdale

 

EOIs close:

Thursday 20 June.