Escape the lull of winter with Hobsons Bay City Council’s annual Spring into Life program! Running from 17 to 30 September, Spring into Life has a range of free and low cost health and wellbeing activities happening across all the suburbs. This is your chance to to get out and get active and great opportunity to try something new. There’s something for everyone, with activities ranging from Zumba classes, swing dancing, healthy kids’ cooking class, Pilates and more! Most are free with bookings required on some activities. There are heaps of activities for the FULL PROGRAM CLICK HERE

Here are just TEN of Mamma's top picks things to make a note of in the calendar!

FREE Spring crafts for pre-school children
Wednesday 19 September 9.30am to 11.00am Altona Meadows Community Centre 28 Trafalgar Avenue, Altona Meadows Play, learn and create with inspiration and materials gathered from the garden and surrounds. A parent or carer is required to stay with each child and are highly encouraged to join the activities. Bookings: 9315 8244 or info@altonameadowscc.com.au

FREE - Parkrun Altona Beach
Saturday 22 and 29 September 8am to 9am
At Apex Park, Corner of Wilga Avenue and Queen Street, Altona
A FREE 5km timed event held every Saturday. Run or walk, everyone is welcome! Bookings: Register at www.parkrun.com.au

FREE - Yoga for kids
Wednesday 26 September 11.30am to 12.30pm
at: Altona Meadows Library and Learning Centre 2 Newham Way, Altona Meadows
This session will include creative dance and yoga. Children’s Yoga helps with strength, flexibility, enhances concentration, helps build inner confidence, calms the mind and reduces stress and anxiety. Ages 5 to 12. Bookings essential: libraries.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au

FREE - Yoga for kids: parent and pre-school children
Wednesday 26 September 10am to 11am
At: Altona Meadows Library & Learning Centre 2 Newham Way, Altona Meadows
A fun, exciting and beneficial experience for both parent and child. This session will introduce yoga using creative dance. Suitable for Pre-school children 2 to 5 years accompanied by a parent or carer. Bookings essential: libraries.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au

FREE - Tiny Tots dance party
Thursday 27 September 10.30am to 12pm
At: Altona North Community Library Corner Millers and McArthurs Roads, Altona North Calling all tiny dancers! Have you got a little one that loves to groove and move? Join us for a Tiny Tot dance party. Dancing with your babies and toddlers helps them to learn and grow and it’s fun to boot! Ages 0 to 5. Bookings: libraries.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au

FREE - Breakin’ a Sweat with Mamma
Tuesday 18 and 25 September 9.40am to 10.40am
At: Newport Community Hub 13–17 Mason Street, Newport
Enjoy a fun mothers’ and daughters’ Zumba class with the Australian Women’s Fitness Class. Improve health and teach young children the importance of physical activity. Suitable for adult women and children aged 8 to 16. Bookings: email mervat.05@hotmail.com

FREE - Clubbercise: kids dancing Zumba FREE
Tuesday 25 September 2.30pm to 3.30pm
At: Newport Community Hub 13 Mason Street, Newport
Feel like a dance? And in the dark with glow sticks? Come and have a boogie at Clubbercise with Jade from BeDanceFit. Suitable for young people aged 5 to 12. Bookings essential: libraries.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au

FREE - Wriggle & Read: spring edition
Monday 24 September 9.30am to 10.30am
At: Paine Reserve, Newport Community Hub 13 Mason Street, Newport
Join us outside under a tree at Newport Community Hub for this special spring-themed Wriggle & Read! Suitable for children up to 7 years of age bookings not required - click here for more info

FREE - Healthy Kids cooking program
Tuesday 25 September 10.30am to 1pm
At: South Kingsville Community Centre 43 Paxton Street, South Kingsville
Children will love making a healthy and delicious meal with our qualified chef. They will learn how to prepare a healthy, nutritious meal using ingredients picked from the community garden. Ages 8+. Bookings: 9399 3000 or admin@skcc.net.au

FREE - Heritage walking tours
Tuesday 18 and 25 September Friday 21 and 28 September 11.45am to 12.45pm
At: Visitor Information Centre Nelson Place, Williamstown
Unlock the secrets of the historic Williamstown waterfront and seaport on a FREE guided walking tour. Explore hidden lanes, a burial ground, historic buildings and monuments. Bookings: 9932 4310 or visit www.hobsonsbaytickets.com.au

the nitty gritty

Held at various locations across Hobsons Bay

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