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Seniors Festival 2024

The Victorian Seniors Festival is a major state-wide festival for and involving seniors.

The festival runs from 1–31 October every year, with free and low-cost events right across Victoria.

This year's theme is Explore. Engage. Evolve.

Council, together with local community groups and organisations have organised lots of local events - whether you’re interested in hands-on workshops or uplifting performances, there’s something to inspire everyone.

Council will also take the opportunity to recognise its senior volunteers during the festival by gifting five volunteers with a special hamper. Read their inspiring stories here.

Events in Kyneton

Event name	Dates and times	Details
Aqua Aerobics	Wednesday 2 October, 2pm	Kyneton Toyota Sports & Aquatic Centre, 4 Victoria Street Enquiries: call (03) 5421 1477
Free swim	6, 13, 20 and 27 October	Kyneton Toyota Sports & Aquatic Centre, 4 Victoria Street Enquiries: call (03) 5421 1477 Valid for Seniors Card holders.
Art in Practice	Wednesday 16 October, 10am-1pm	Kyneton Community House, 34 Mollison Street Enquiries: call (03) 5422 3433
Author Talk: Greg Wilson - Tales from an Ancient Marathoner	Thursday 24 October, 5.30pm-6.30pm	Kyneton Library, 3 Baynton Street Book your spot
Author Talk: Robyn Howarth - Faraday: A Community Rediscovered	Wednesday 9 October, 2pm-3pm	Kyneton Library, 3 Baynton Street Book your spot
BYO Craft and Preemie Hearts	Friday 4 October, 2pm-3pm	Kyneton Library, 3 Baynton Street Drop-in, no bookings required
Celebrating Seniors Lunch	Wednesday 23 October, 12.30pm	Kyneton Community House Good Food Hub, 35 High Street Enquiries: call (03) 5422 3433
Come journey down memory lane through music, laughter and food	Thursday 17 October, 11am-12pm	Kyneton Senior Citizens Club RSVP required. Lunch optional at your own cost. Call Marj on 0419 124 159 or email kynetonseniors@outlook.com
Croquet Club - Social Play	2, 5, 7, 12, 14, 16, 19, 21, 23, 26, 28, 30 October from 1pm-3.30pm	17 Ebden St, Kyneton Enquiries: call Jenny on 0414 371 262.
Friday at U3A – Presenter and a cuppa: Tooth and Nail - the story of the rabbit in Australia, presented by Dr. Brian Coman	Friday 11 October, 2pm-3pm	Red Brick Hall, 23 Yaldwyn Street West No booking required.
Friday at U3A – Presenter and a cuppa: The Ethics of Gene Editing, presented by Dr. Christopher Gyngell	Friday 18 October 18, 2pm-3pm	Red Brick Hall, 23 Yaldwyn Street West No booking required.
Friday at U3A – Presenter and a cuppa: Alzheimers, presented by Dr. Kathryn Nicholson	Friday 25 October, 2pm-3pm	Red Brick Hall, 23 Yaldwyn Street West No booking required.
Garden Club including cuppa and chat	Friday 18 October, 10am-12noon	Kyneton Community House, 34 Mollison Street Enquiries: call (03) 5422 3433
Give golf a go!	4, 11, 18, 25 October from 1pm-3pm	Kyneton Golf Club, 61 Blackhill Road Call Julie on 0400 669 832.
Introduction to Birding Apps	Monday 21 October, 2.30pm-3.30pm	Kyneton Library, 3 Baynton Street Book your spot
Kyneton Ladies Shed	1, 8, 15, 22, 29 October from 10am-2pm	2 Riverwalk Boulevarde, Kyneton Enquiries: call Ian on 0490 814 223
Kyneton Mens Shed	2, 3, 4, 9, 10, 11, 16, 17, 18, 23, 24, 25, 30, 31 October from 10am-2pm	2 Riverwalk Boulevarde, Kyneton Enquiries: call Ian on 0490 814 223
Lawn Bowls	3, 10, 17, 24, 31 October from 1pm-2pm	Kyneton Bowling Club, 61-79 Mollison Street. Enquiries: call (03) 5422 1902
~~Out Doors Inc - Nature Walk at Hanging Rock~~ Cancelled	~~Monday 14 October, 10am-3pm~~	~~Meet at Kyneton Administration Centre, 129 Mollison Street.~~ ~~Enquiries: call (03) 9417 2111~~
Pathways for Carers Walk	Friday 4 October, 10am	Meet at the corner of Clowes and Mollison Streets
Social Craft	8, 15, 22, 29 October	Kyneton Community House Good Food Hub, 35 High Street Enquiries: call (03) 5422 3433
Staying Strong (gym)	Wednesday 9 October, 2pm	Kyneton Toyota Sports & Aquatic Centre, 4 Victoria Street Enquiries: call (03) 5421 1477
U3A – Come and walk the Labyrinth, with music and arts educator Stephen Holgate	Tuesday 15 October, 10am	Our Lady of the Rosary Church, 53 Ebden Street No booking required (this will be a gentle fifteen-minute walk)
U3A – Drone field demonstration presented by aerospace engineer Cullum Revell	Monday 14 October, 12.30pm-1.30pm	Kyneton Showgrounds, 184-194 Mollison Street No booking required
Writing Workshop: Memoir for Seniors with Lee Kofman	Wednesday 9 October, 10am	Kyneton Library, 3 Baynton Street Book your spot
Nurses, Medicine and Caring in the Macedon Ranges - Kyneton Museum exhibition	Thursday 10 October, 11am-4pm	Kyneton Museum, 67 Piper Street Free entry

Events in Romsey

Event name	Dates and times	Details
Author Talk: Tim Forcey – My Efficient Electric Home Handbook	Thursday 10 October, 2.30pm-3.30pm	Romsey Library, 96-100 Main Street Book your spot
Coffee & Craft	2, 9, 23, 30 October, 10am-1.30pm	Romsey Co-Op, 126 Main Street Call (03) 5429 6724
Community Lunch	Wednesday 23 October, 12.30pm	Romsey Neighbourhood House, 96-100 Main Street Call (03) 5429 6724
Craft	1, 8, 15, 22, 29 October from 12.30pm-2.30pm	Romsey Neighbourhood House, 96-100 Main Street Call (03) 5429 6724
Gym – Back in the Game	Thursday 31 October, 9.30am	Romsey Recreation Centre, 12 Park Lane Enquiries: call (03) 5429 5637
Gentle Exercise for Seniors	2, 7, 9, 14, 16, 21, 23, 28, 30 October at 11.30am	St. Mary's, 85 Main Road, Romsey
Lawn Bowls	3, 10, 17, 24, 31 October, 1pm onwards	Romsey Bowling Club, 20 Park Lane Enquiries: call Simon on 0419 977 447 Note: this Couzens Lane location that was advertised in the local newspaper for this event was incorrect. The correct location is Park Lane.
Library Film Club: Miss Pettigrew Lives for a Day	Wednesday 9 October, 10.30am-12.15pm	Romsey Library Book your spot
Postural Therapy	1, 8, 15, October, 1pm-1.45pm	Romsey Neighbourhood House, 96-100 Main Street Call (03) 5429 6724
Postural Therapy	3, 10, 17 October, 5.30pm-6.30pm	Romsey Neighbourhood House, 96-100 Main Street Call (03) 5429 6724
Romsey Golf Club	Tuesday 8 October, 10am-12noon	7 Park Lane, Romsey Enquiries: call Elaine on 0400 768 040
Romsey Mens Shed	Tuesday 8 October, 10am-12 noon	47 Barry Street, Romsey Enquiries: call Eric on 0418 338 319 or email romseyms@gmail.com
Staying Strong (gym)	Monday 7 October, 10.45am	Romsey Recreation Centre, 12 Park Lane Enquiries: call (03) 5429 5637
Sunbury Cobaw Healthy LBGTI Ageing: LGBTQI Untold Histories Documentary and Panel discussion with afternoon tea	Thursday 10 October, 2pm-4pm	Romsey Library, 96-100 Main Street Enquiries: call (03) 5421 1666 or email healthpromotion@scchc.org.au
Walking Group	1, 8, 15, 22, 29 October from 9am-11am	Meet outside Romsey Laundromat, 87 Main Street Enquiries: call Leonie 0439 968 168.

Events in Lancefield

Event name	Dates and times	Details
Lancefield Men’s Shed - Social catch-up with lunch available	2, 9, 16, 23, 30 October from 10.30am-1pm	76 High Street, Lancefield Enquiries: call Russell on 0418 665 344
Craft – Boomerang bags	9, 16, 23, 30 October from 10.30am-12noon	Lancefield Neighbourhood House, 78 High Street Enquiries: call Pat on 0417 103 064
Morning Tea & Health Check	Tuesday 29 October	Lancefield Neighbourhood House, 78 High Street Enquiries: call (03) 5429 1214
Postural Alignment & Balance Therapy	1, 3, 7, 8, 10, 14, 15, 17 October from 11.30am-12.30pm	Lancefield Neighbourhood House, 78 High Street Enquiries: call (03) 5429 1214

Events in Gisborne

Event name	Dates and times	Details
Activities & community lunch (in Riddells Creek)	Thursday 3 October	Bookings essential. Call Kristen at Macedon Ranges Health on (03) 5428 0300.
Aqua Aerobics	Thursday 10 October, 2pm	Gisborne Aquatic Centre, 6 Aitken Street Enquiries: call (03) 5421 1452
Free swim	6, 13, 20, 27 October	Gisborne Aquatic Centre, 6 Aitken Street Enquiries: call (03) 5421 1452 Valid for Seniors Card holders.
BBQ lunch (weather permitting)	Thursday 17 October	Bookings essential. Call Kristen at Macedon Ranges Health on (03) 5428 0300.
Boardgames & afternoon tea	Monday 14 October, 1.30pm-3.30pm	Macedon Ranges Further Education Centre, 12 Hamilton Street Enquiries: call (03) 5428 3799.
Coffee, Craft & Chat	Monday 21 October, 10.30am-12pm	The Stadium, 95 Melton Rd, Gisborne Enquiries: call Margaret, Country Women's Association, on 0407 315 314.
Crochet & Conversation	Monday 7 October, 2.30pm-3.30pm	Gisborne Library, 8 Hamilton Street Book your spot
Croquet	Monday 14 October, 11am-3pm	Macedon Ranges Croquet Club at Dixon Field, Robertson Street Enquiries: call Terry on 0447 613 777.
Ferry from Queenscliff to Sorrento for lunch (weather permitting)	Monday 28 October	Bookings essential. Call Kristen at Macedon Ranges Health on (03) 5428 0300.
Gisborne Golf Club	2, 9, 16, 23 October, 10am-12noon	25 Daly Street, Gisborne Enquiries: call Matthew on (03) 5428 2493.
In-house activities & a community lunch (in Woodend)	Tuesday 8 October	Bookings essential. Call Kristen at Macedon Ranges Health on (03) 5428 0300.
Lawn Bowls	4, 11, 18, 25 October, 4-5pm	Gisborne Bowls Club, 2 Kilmore Road Enquiries: call Peter on 0402 088 491.
Library Film Club: High Ground	Wednesday 9 October, 1pm-2.45pm	Gisborne Library, 8 Hamilton Street Book your spot
Morning Melodies (in Sunbury) followed by a lunch out	Monday 7 October	Bookings essential. Call Kristen at Macedon Ranges Health on (03) 5428 0300.
Open day Gisborne Men's Shed	2, 3, 7, 9, 10, 14, 16, 17, 21, 23, 24, 28, 30, 31 October, 9am-12pm	Men's Shed, 10 Lyell Street, Gisborne Enquiries: Call Ray (03) 5428 0300 or email gisbornemensshed@gmail.com
Pilates + Senior Reformer classes	2, 9, 16 October, 11.30am-12pm	33A Brantome Street, Gisborne Enquiries: call Susan 0480 112 091 or email gisborne@pilatesplusstudios.com.au
Staying Strong (gym)	Thursday 17 October, 2pm	Gisborne Fitness Centre, 8A Hamilton Street Enquiries: call (03) 5428 3318
Yarra Valley Chocolate Factory	Thursday 17 October	Bookings essential. Call Kristen at Macedon Ranges Health on (03) 5428 0300.

Events in Woodend

Event name	Dates and times	Details
Author Talk: Tim Forcey – My Efficient Electric Home Handbook	Thursday 10 October, 6-7pm	Woodend Library, corner High and Forest Street Book your spot
Carers Afternoon Tea and Guest Speaker – Niki Moko (Carer Support Services, Bendigo Health)	Wednesday 16 October, 1-3pm	Woodend Neighbourhood House, 47 Forest St Enquiries: call (03) 5427 1845
Cooking Demonstration and discussion	Thursday 3 October 10am-11am and 1-2pm	Life and Fork Cooking School, 318 Ashbourne Road, Woodend Enquiries: call Erica on 0458 440 733
Craft & Chat	Wednesday 2 October, 2-4pm	Woodend Library, corner High and Forest Streets Book your spot
Diabetes Vic – Carb Smart	Monday 21 October, 9.30am-12.30pm	Woodend Library Meeting rooms, corner High and Forest Streets Register online or call the NDSS Helpline on 1800 637 700
Diabetes Vic – Footsmart	Monday 21 October, 1:30-3:30pm	Woodend Library Meeting rooms, corner High and Forest Streets Register online or call the NDSS Helpline on 1800 637 700
Flow-Reformer Pilates	8, 15, 22, 29 October, 10.30am-11.15am	Slow Studios, top floor at 103-105 High Street. Enquries: call 0417 427 542
Grandparents Storytime	22, 25 October, 10am-10.45am	Woodend Library, corner High and Forest Streets Drop-in with your grandchildren.
Staying strong (gym)	Friday 11 October, 10.15am	Buffalo Sports Stadium, 1-29 Forest Street Enquiries: call (03) 5427 3411
Stretch and Flow-Reformer Pilates	Tuesday 1 October,10.30am-11.15am	Slow Studios, top floor at 103-105 High Street. Enquries: call 0417 427 542
Walking Football	9, 16, 23, 30 October, 1.30pm-3pm	Buffalo Sports Stadium, 1-29 Forest Street Drop-in or call Steve on 0401 140 718
Woodend Hanging Rock Pétanque Club Afternoon tea and Demonstration	Monday 14 October, 2pm	Old Woodend Racecourse, 1-27 Forest Street Enquiries: call Louise on 0438 302 218
Woodend Mens Shed open day – free sausage sizzle and coffee	Saturday 12 October, 10am-2pm	988 Blackforest Drive, Woodend Enquiries: call Bill on 0408 428 493 or Bob on 0418 322 680.

Events in Macedon/Mount Macedon

Event name	Dates and times	Details
Canasta Club	Wednesday 9 October, 2pm-5pm	Macedon and Mount Macedon Community House, 47 Victoria Street Enquiries: email hello@mmmcommunityhouse.org
Craft Circle Group	3, 10, 17, 24, 31 October, 10am-12pm	Macedon and Mount Macedon Community House, 47 Victoria Street Enquiries: email hello@mmmcommunityhouse.org
Gentle Yoga & Yin Yoga	2, 9 October, 6:30-7.30pm	Macedon and Mount Macedon Community House, 47 Victoria Street Enquiries: email hello@mmmcommunityhouse.org
Lawn Bowls	9, 16, 23, 30 October, 10am-12pm	Macedon Ranges Bowling Club, 37 Waterfalls Road (Tony Clarke Recreation Reserve, Macedon) Enquiries: call Leslie on 0417 996 767 or Greg on 0417 364 787.
Pickle Ball	Wednesday 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 October 12.15-1.15pm Friday 4, 11, 18, 25 October 10.15am-12.15pm	Tony Clarke Stadium, 37 Waterfalls Road, Macedon Enquiries: Call Peter on 0428 850 125
The Happy House Singers (no experience necessary)	10, 24 October, 7.30pm-9pm	Macedon and Mount Macedon Community House, 47 Victoria Street Enquiries: email hello@mmmcommunityhouse.org
The Permies @ the House – permaculture gardening	4, 11, 18, 25 October, 10am-12pm	Macedon and Mount Macedon Community House, 47 Victoria Street Enquiries: email hello@mmmcommunityhouse.org

Events online

Event name	Dates and times	Details
Better Balance – online	Tuesday 15 October, 9.30am	Book your spot Enquiries: call Carol at Third Age Fitness on 0411 246 741.
Building Strength – online	Wednesday 9 October, 10am	Book your spot Enquiries: call Carol at Third Age Fitness on 0411 246 741.
Chair Cardio – online	Tuesday 1 October, 9.30am	Book your spot Enquiries: call Carol at Third Age Fitness on 0411 246 741.
Dance Party – online	Friday 25 October, 10am	Book your spot Enquiries: call Carol at Third Age Fitness on 0411 246 741.

You can also browse the state-wide Seniors Festival Events Calendar to find out what's on in other locations outside of the Macedon Ranges.

Victorian Seniors Card holders can also enjoy eight days of free public transport from 6 to 13 October 2024.

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