Located at 23 Alexandra St, Mooroopna, it’s open Monday to Friday from 9am to 3pm. Phone 5825 1774. Learn more at meac.com.au or on Facebook.
CLUBS/GROUPS
Friends of Numurkah Library
The Numurkah Friends of the Library promotes community awareness, supports library services through fundraising, holds monthly meetings on the first Wednesday at 5.30pm, runs a Back Door Book Sale on the first Saturday, and welcomes new members— contact 1300 374 765 or email numurkah@gvlibraries.com.au for more information.
Shepparton Men’s Shed
The shed operates regularly on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9.30am to 2.30pm at Flexible Learning Centre, Shepparton. Join in for social interaction, listening to guest speakers and making/repairing things. Phone Gary Gray on 5827 1495 or 0458 380 357, or email gazzagg1950@gmail.com
Pickleball in Shepparton
Come and try on Sundays at Visy Community Centre, Parkside Dve, Shepparton. Free introduction with all equipment provided. Starts from 9.30am to 11.30am for ages 18 and above. Register your interest at hello.sheppartonpickleball@gmail.com
EVENTS
Tatura - Dunk & Skate
Council has finished building the new skate park and basketball court in Tatura. The Community Development team will run a celebration event to mark the opening of this youth spot. There will be an interactive Skateboarding workshop and a basketball workshop and much more. The free event is at the Tatura Skate Park, Memorial Place from 10.30am to 1.30pm on Monday, September 22. For details, contact Arpita Khare on 0418 574 542.
Stanhope Food & Wine Festival
Stanhope & District Development Committee is holding the Stanhope Food & Wine Festival on Sunday, October 5 from 11am to 4pm. The street party will include a variety of activities, including food and wine from local vendors, music and children's entertainment. Cost is a gold coin donation. For details, contact Christine on 0427 539 110.
MUSEUMS
Murchison Heritage Centre
Discover Murchison’s rich history at the Heritage Centre, 4 Stevenson St. Explore fascinating displays, short films and stories about the Aboriginal Protectorate, early irrigation, local POW camps, the Murchison meteorite and more. Open Saturdays 10am to noon or by appointment. Currently closed until mid-September. For group bookings, contact Janet on 5826 2363 or email murch.hs@outlook.com
Shepparton Heritage Centre Museum
Discover Shepparton’s rich history at the newly refreshed Heritage Centre Museum, located at 152 Welsford St (opposite the police station). Open Tuesday to Sunday, 10:30am to 4pm, the museum features changing exhibitions, hidden treasures and engaging displays. School and community groups are welcome for pre-booked, tailored tours, along with casual visitors. The Shepparton Family History Group has merged with the Shepparton Heritage Centre to form The History Hub, offering access to archives, historical maps, and preserved Shepparton newspapers (open Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 9am to 1pm), with an Immigration & Migration Showcase in development to celebrate the contributions of migrants from the 1920s to 1950s to the region’s agriculture and industry. For details, phone 4831 8659.
LIBRARY LINES
Craft circle
Happy Hookers: Meet every Friday from 10am to noon in the sunny corner of Mooroopna Library. Bring your crochet and knitting projects and join in the fun and laughter.
The Knitters: Meet every Friday from 10am to noon at Shepparton Library. Bring your knitting or crochet projects and join the circle for a friendly chat and yarn fun.
CONTACT
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