Special Interest at Creswick
Research world-wide records with guidance from ‘old hands' who know some of the tricks of the trade or research on your own if you prefer. Victorian records from 1836 onwards are available plus research materials, field trips and occasional speakers. To make the most of your research time, register your area of interest with the office before attending. Private research is undertaken on request. Come along for an hour or stay for the whole session.
Award winning research by the University of Ballarat's Dr Fred Cahir has broken new ground on the nature of contact between Indigenous people and the gold rushes. His research exposes some of the myths and untold stories surrounding Indigenous and non-Indigenous relations during the 19th century. Fred's talk will focus on the Central Highlands region with a focus on the Creswick district.
(4 sessions) $50 Bookings essential: Kim Arthur
If you've always wondered how they do it come and see Barbara. She has all the clues and tips to get you started working out the tricky business of cryptic crosswords.
This course is primarily for people who have completed the Beginners French 1 class or already have a very basic knowledge of this beautiful language.
Researching Your Family History
Research world-wide records with guidance from ‘old hands' who know some of the tricks of the trade or research on your own if you prefer. Victorian records from 1836 onwards are available plus research materials, field trips and occasional speakers. To make the most of your research time, register your area of interest with the office before attending. Private research is undertaken on request. Come along for an hour or stay for the whole session.
Wednesdays 10.00am - 4.00pm (ongoing) $5 per session
Facilitator: Adele Morrison
Local Indigenous People and the Gold Rush
Award winning research by the University of Ballarat's Dr Fred Cahir has broken new ground on the nature of contact between Indigenous people and the gold rushes. His research exposes some of the myths and untold stories surrounding Indigenous and non-Indigenous relations during the 19th century. Fred's talk will focus on the Central Highlands region with a focus on the Creswick district.
Thursday September 9 (1 session) from 7pm Facilitator: Dr Fred Cahir Gold coin donation
Basic Puppy Training
You can teach your pup to sit, drop, walk without pulling, stop biting and more using modern friendly training methods. There is time for questions at the end of each class. Bring food treats and puppies favourite toys.
(4 sessions) $50 Bookings essential: Kim Arthur
(After Hours) 0407 867 413
Creswick Neighbourhood Centre Hall
Cryptic Crosswords
If you've always wondered how they do it come and see Barbara. She has all the clues and tips to get you started working out the tricky business of cryptic crosswords.
One to one sessions are available: 5345 2356
Beginners French 1
If you are interested in an absolute beginners French language class phone the Centre with your contact details and we can organise a class when we have enough student interest.
Beginners French 2
This course is primarily for people who have completed the Beginners French 1 class or already have a very basic knowledge of this beautiful language.
Bookings and enquiries: Alastair Hurst 5345 1089
Persephone's Book Club
This friendly group reads and discusses 12 books per year. The group is currently full and the Centre is collecting expressions of interest to start a second separate group.
Phone the Centre and put your name down: 5345 2356
Community Singing Group
The Centre is collecting expressions of interest for an all ability mixed singing group. Sing your favourite songs and have some fun, no special ability is needed just a desire to sing.
Register your interest: 5345 2356
