Here is your chance to get active! So join us every Thursday morning at 8.00am at the Ellenbrook Central Community Space (at the bottom of the escalator) between Coles and K-mart. Walk with one of our Ellenbrook Mile hosts as we circle inside the shopping centre in air-conditioned comfort and meet new friends.

Each lap is approximately one kilometre & our goal is to complete 4 laps. However, only you know your fitness level best so you can sit out a lap or part of a lap if you so wish. You are in charge!

And that's not all. You may wish to join us for a friendly chat & cuppa afterwards at one of the cafes in the shopping centre.

We hope to see you soon.

Cris H

Weekly Mall Walking - Ellenbrook Central Shopping Centre

Ellenbrook Central

Playing board and card games, table tennis and carpet bowls
in a friendly atmosphere
Morning tea provided for a gold coin donation
Come and have fun!

Typically this group has 10+ particpants so don't think you are the only one coming (advertised elsewhere).

monika +paul Redman

Capricorn Games

Oldham Park Clubrooms

Join The Singing Ukes at The John Wellard Community Centre in Wellard every Thursday morning, through school term as everyone is lead in song & strum for this fun ukulele play-along session starting at 9.30am

All levels of experience are welcome. For anyone who is just interested in coming along to see what all the fun is about, we have a limited number of ukulele's on hand for you to use during the session.

We ask everyone to have their ukes tuned prior to the session every Thursday @ 9.30am All songsheets are projected onto a screen for everyone to see. You are welcome to bring along some morning tea to share if you so wish.

FREE EVENT - EVERYONE IS WELCOME TO JOIN US

Inger Ward

Wellard Singing Ukes

John Wellard Community Centre

Your invited to join Befriend Host Jeanne & friends on Tuesday and / or Thursday mornings @ The Dome in Waikiki to play Canasta or Rummikub.

No matter what your skill level is for these games you are welcome to join us and we can either show you how to play or just be ready to join in the challenge of the game with others.

Look for the Yellow Befriend Flag and you'll find us enjoying a cuppa, good conversation & of course a game or two!

Rummykub & Canasta @ Waikiki Dome

Dôme Café

Let's get writing!

We're a couple of local writers keen to share the beautiful space at Perth City Farm with some other wordsmiths! Join us for some quiet writing time, some prompts, some chats and maybe a sneaky coffee and wander through the farm.

Suitable for writers of all kinds, at any stage of their writing journey. Bring your writing materials and your creative vibes.

Perth City Farm is a working not-for-profit permaculture farm. If you'd like to wander through the garden bring a hat and wear sunscreen. We often run the group outside in the shade - for COVID safety and because it's lovely :) There is currently no cafe on-site, so BYO coffee if desired.

Some of our members like to continue talking about their creative work, and exchange feedback, over lunch afterwards and you're very welcome to join them.

Be aware the parking around City Farm is limited, it would be worth considering public transport.

We want to support COVID safety. We welcome masks and social distancing, please let us know if you have particular preferences.

Mallery

Writers at the Farm (East Perth)

Perth City Farm

This group makes reusable fabric bags using re-cycled materials providing a sustainable alternative to plastic bags.

No experience necessary. Plenty of things for "non-sewists" to do as well.
Coffee etc available for purchase from the cafe.
Come along to join in, or just have a chat.

This group will be cancelled on hot days (32'C or more) as the venue is small and the air-con insufficient

**This meetup event is not monitored by the host. For any enquiries or to let the host know you will be attending please contact Ann on 0403 922 670**

Ann Taylor

Rags to Bags - Alkimos

Sprout Hub Alkimos Vista

**Acts of Kindness and Creating and Acts of Kindness Diary and Card Set – November 21st – 12 pm to 2 pm**
Alongside other people from your local community, discover how small acts of kindness boost the givers’ well-being and foster greater community trust, safety, a sense of belonging and connection.
You’ll be invited to create an Acts of Kindness Diary and Kindness Cards, to equip you with tools to begin sprinkling kindness throughout your community.
𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗶𝘀 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗳𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗶𝗳 𝘆𝗼𝘂…
\- Are curious about the wellbeing habit of kindness
\- Wanting to connect with people from your local community
\- Would like some inspiration to begin to gift acts of kindness
𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁:
\- Some structured learning
\- Reflective conversation prompts
\- Time to get creative as you create kindness resources
\- Chatting with others and sharing your experiences $if you are comfortable$
𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗯𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴...
\- Yourself\, as you are
\- Reading glasses if you need them
\- An open heart and open mind
You’ll receive notes on the topic and all the materials for creating a kindness diary and cards are supplied.
If you have any questions or requests for how we can make this event accessible and comfortable for you, please email Karen at karen@befriend.org.au
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𝗪𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗷𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝘀𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗹𝗶𝗸𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀?
This creative workshop is part of the Creative Flourishing series all about connection, community and you! We’ll explore the topics of gratefulness, the art of saying thank you, community connection and acts of kindness to bring us closer and boost our well-being.
You’re welcome to attend them all, attend just one, or however many you choose.
The experiences are:

* **Cultivating Gratefulness and Grateful Journal Making – August 29th – 12 pm to 2 pm**

Discover the magic of grateful living! We’ll explore how expressing gratitude can strengthen bonds and brighten our communities. Plus, you’ll craft your very own gratefulness journal to take home.

* **The Art of Saying Thank You and Thank You Card Making – September 26th – 12 pm to 2 pm**

In this digital age, a handmade “Thank You Card” is a delightful gesture.
Join us to learn about the well-being science and the “how” of saying “Thank You” and create beautiful, heartfelt “Thank You Cards” that spread joy to both the giver and the receiver and foster a deeper sense of connection.

* **Your Vision for A Thriving Community and Vision Boarding – October 31st – 12 pm to 2 pm**

Let your creative juices flow as you open to creating a free-flowing vision board, with a lens on what a thriving connected community means and looks like to you.
Vision boarding is a great way to clarify thinking on a particular topic.

* **Acts of Kindness and Kindness Calendar Making – November 21st – 12 pm to 2 pm**

Discover how small acts of kindness boost the givers’ well-being and foster greater community trust, safety, a sense of belonging and connection.
Create an Acts of Kindness Diary and start sprinkling acts of kindness throughout your community.
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**The Facilitator**
This experience will be facilitated by Befriend’s Community Enrichment Facilitator, Karen Haddon who has a wealth of experience in positive psychology and human flourishing. Karen has worked with elite sports teams, and people affected by cancer and other chronic health conditions. She has trained teachers in hundreds of primary schools across Australia to bring positive social and emotional well-being curriculums into their classrooms and, worked with Aboriginal youth workers in the Pilbara empowering them to engage Aboriginal youth in positive social and emotional well-being habits.
Karen’s colleagues and people who have taken courses with her describe Karen as compassionate, calming, and knowledgeable, someone who practices what she teaches and brings out the best in those around her.

Karen Haddon

Acts of Kindness - Create a Kindness Calendar and Cards

Piara Waters Library

Enjoy the meandering peaceful bushland and flat paths that are in Henley Reserve park and bushland with friendly locals!

Mostly shady and cool, there are two paths to choose: stay on the paved path near the basketball court and playground, ideal for people with walkers, prams, crutches and wheelchairs. Or, extend your walk with a venture into the bushland trail and enjoy the serenity of tree-lined paths. The bush trail is better suited to those who don't rely on wheels to move as in some places it is soft with sand, but mostly it is solid.

The full walk will take less than an hour to do.

Bring your hat, wear sunscreen and carry water.
The best parking is on Ringwood Loop. Meet at the basketball court for a quick meet and greet before moving on to the paved walk, followed by the bush walk for those eager to take on a little more of the walk.

Come along for a gentle stroll, enjoy the natural beauty of the reserve and meet others who love to celebrate the beautiful bushland of Kwinana or need a little inspiration to get mobile on an easy walking track.

Your group leader Kate looks forward to seeing you there!

Kate Crockett

Henley Reserve Weekly Walking Group

Henley Park

NEW LOCATION. We have moved to the FOMO Food Court located at 10 William St. Fremantle (south side of the old Myer building). We meet every Thursday for an early evening meal and a social chat in Fremantle. Whether you are a Freo local or not come down for a chat and enjoy some delicious, well priced food. We like to start early to avoid the crowds. Cost can range from $10 -$15 for a decent meal. All welcome. This event is alcohol free. Look for the Befriend flag on the table.

Bruce Angell

Befriend Market Meal -Fremantle /FOMO Freo Food Court 

Fremantle

Meet Monica and Caroline at the Tomato Lake cafe for a lesurely walk around the Lake . This is a dog friendly event so bring your fur babies if you wish.

Caroline Lissaman

Walk around the Lake

Tomato Lake

A safe environment to raise and discuss issues of concern and importance from an ethical, moral and humanitarian perspective. The big and not so big questions.

Bert Hetebry

Philosophy discussion group

Allara Share Place

Come and join us for knitting, crocheting and plenty of chatting.
Bring your own project, get inspiration, learn to knit or crochet or just come to chat. Everyone welcome.

If you’re new to the art of knitting or crocheting and want to learn bring 8ply or double knit wool in a bright or light colour and a size 3.5 or 4 hook for crocheting or a size 8 or 4 mm needles for knitting.

This group usually attracts a group of 10 or so people so don't think no one else is coming. It is also advertised elsewhere.

**Note: Joy does not monitor this Meetup post so please contact her on** **0403 157 822** to let her know to expect you. That way you can also be informed if there are any last minute changes (eg cancellation due to illness).

No cost, unless you want to order something from the cafe.

Joy Worthington

Merriwa Knit, Crochet, Patchwork and Chat

Cafe 115, True North Block

Befriend and Ellenbrook Mile are Crafting sMILEs at Ellenbrook Central Shopping Center.

come along and join us at the Ellenbrook Mile Community Space.

WHEN: Friday morning 9.30am TIll 11:30m
WHERE: Located within the Ellenbrook Central shops near Coles and Kmart end of the mall.

Feel free to Bring your own craft/project or explore and learn something new.

No experience necessary, curious minds welcome!

Some crafts activities available may be....
Crochet, knitting, macrame, french knitting, bead work and much more.

Plenty of parking, wheel chair chair friendly.
Looking forward to meeting you there.

\*\*Please note this meetup add will not be monitored\*\*

If you have any questions your welcome to SMS host Robyn 0483811426.

Robyn P

Crafting sMILEs

Come along and join this casual and welcoming craft group every Friday morning in the Isabella Corker Wing (White building in front of Medina Hall).

Starting at 10am til 1pm.

BYO project and supplies or just pop in to have a chat and see what others are working on.

This social craft group is quite varied in projects from Embroidery, 5D Diamond Painting, Knitting, Crocheting, Drawing and everything in between so plenty to be inspired by.

Free to Attend - No Need to Register just turn up!

Pam Denton

Friday Crafts @ Medina

Medina Hall

Learn and share the secrets to successfully quitting smoking. Make creative resources to help you stay on track mentally. Learn some breathing exercises to help regulate yourself rather than relying on smoke. Be supported by a friendly, encouraging group and have a platform for accountability.

Ex smokers are most welcome to come share their tips and offer their support.

Hayley Kolinski

Start Breathing - Smoking cessation peer support

Caversham Community Centre

Unanimously pick a movie to watch projected onto the wall just like at the cinemas!

Bring your kids if you like - there’s a playground directly outside our room door or we can watch kids movie - let’s be honest we all love a good kids movie. *Parents must be with kids at all times.

Some snacks will be provided but donations are greatly appreciated.

MovieTime!

Caversham Community Center

Come and join us for the healthiest “sundowner” going!

Each week we walk/roll/stroll for 60 minutes. Keep an eye on the start time as it changes every few weeks according to the time the sun sets!

We use the sealed path returning as the sun sets. There are plenty of benches with beautiful views to make use of if you prefer not to walk the whole distance – we will collect you on our way back. Stay on to watch the changing colors of the sunset and for a chat. You can even just come for the catch-up at the end!

We recommend comfortable shoes for walking, a hat, sunscreen and to bring water. Dogs on lead welcome. Look for the yellow Befriend flag.

This event usually attracts around 10 people so don't think you are the only one coming. (Advertised elsewhere)

Please let us know if there is anything we can do to make this event a safe and inclusive one for you

Garry

Burns Beach Sunset Walk

Burns Beach coastal walking path

Gentle Somatic Yoga will meet every Saturday morning.
Gentle Somatic Yoga® incorporates slow, mindful movements that unwind long held, stress-based patterns and/or injuries. Therapeutic and corrective exercises called Somatic Movement Flows® erase chronic muscle pain and significantly increase flexibility though self-correction. In Gentle Somatic Yoga® we do not intend to stretch muscles in order to achieve results. Instead, we go to the root cause of all muscular pain, which is found in the brain, and reprogram habitual patterns of stress held deep within the body (Soma). Most of the Somatic Movement Flows® are performed on the floor with a yoga mat and a blanket or beach towel which is used as support for your head and as a covering if you feel chilled.

Léa Fritsch

Gentle Yoga - Allara

Join Befriend Host Greg and friends every Saturday fortnight from 10am til 2pm where they share their passion for Crocheting & Knitting.

This meet up is a casual social craft meet up and no matter what skill level you are at everyone is welcome.

Be inspired by others or challenge yourself to master a new design.

If it's your first time - your welcome to just pop in for a cuppa & observe before you take up the threads and find yourself hooked!

Plenty of skilled and helpful hands ready to get a beginner started as well.

You'll find us in the comfy seats of The Dome lounge area just outside the library entrance in the Carol Adams Lobby of The Darius Wells Library & Resource Centre enjoying a cuppa & no doubt some laughs.

We look forward to meeting you & sharing some time together creating amazing pieces.

This is a free event & you are welcome to purchase food & drinks from The Dome at your own expense.

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Please note: If you are unwell or showing any flu like symptoms we ask you not to attend and look forward to catching up at another time.

We also request when attending any Befriend event during COVID-19 restrictions to please ensure you have your own hand wash or antiseptic wipes on hand. Please follow recommended personal hygiene & safe social distancing practices.

Greg Byron

Kwinana - Crochet & Knitting with Befriends

Darius Wells Library and Resource Centre

We're a friendly group of knitters and crocheters who support and inspire each other in the lovely gardens of Perth City Farm. Our group meets on the second and fourth Saturday of each month. Come along and enjoy working on your knitting or crochet projects with others. It’s ok if you’re a beginner, bring your equipment and let’s practice together!

We will most likely meet under the shade of the big tree on the farm, follow the path to your left as you walk in the front gate or ask at the Perth City Farm market stall if you're not sure. If it's raining we'll shift to the cafe.

The Markets will be in full swing during our session, so make sure you bring a bag and set some time aside to purchase some local produce.

If the weather is forecast to be very hot we may shift the time to earlier in the morning, so RSVP to ensure you get any messages.

Rachel Watts

Yarn & Yarning Stitch-in (East Perth)

Meet me for a casual coffee or late lunch at Cafe Cafe in Subiaco. Come along for a chat or to play games.

The cafe is directly above the Subiaco train station, across from Woolworths. There is free parking under Woolworths, or a short distance away under Coles.

Allyson Thomson

Cafe Cafe Subiaco

Café Café

Since this will be our last meeting of 2024, for a bit of fun, Debby will be showing us how to make easy felt Christmas Decorations.
About our group…. We are a happy group of “Yarnies” who make scarves, beanies, mittens, socks, gloves, knee-rugs/blankets and “fidget” items, which we donated to local aged care and homeless facilities. We meet on the 3rd Saturday of every month, to share ideas and chats and add our completed items, to the “Yarnie bank”, or collect a fresh share of materials from the “bank”, to take home and make more. Generally we spend a fun few hours, with friends who have shared interests. You do not have to be the best needle-crafter in town, as there are many others happy to help, teach and give advice. There are no costs involved! Now isn’t that great? Not much is free nowadays!
We have small and large projects to work on and heap of yarn, just bring along your own mug to enjoy a cuppa with us and needles/ hooks in case you want to get started at a project 😃
See you there!

Linda Malinowski

Befriend Northern Yarnies - Knitting, Crochet, Craft

Currambine Community Centre

Art from the garden or for the garden.
Easy art actiities which will be different each session. Equipment and art supplies supplied.

**This Meetup event is not monitored by the host.**
Please contact Trish on 0400 060 109 to let her know you are coming or for enquiries.

Trish Bleakley

Art at the Garden - Kinross

MacNaughton Park Clubroom

Join Befriend hosts Sandra and Caroline for a tea/coffee and chat while while enjoying the surrounds of Kinross Community Garden.

Watch the gardeners at work or even do some gardening yourself (completely optional).

BYO cup preferred
This event is advertised elsewhere so don't think you are the only one coming. Typically there are about 15 people.

**This meetup post is not monitored.**
**Please contact hosts via the following numbers:**
Sandra: 0412 877 175 or
Caroline: 0439 094 259

Lee Graf

Befriend at Kinross Community Garden

DADS!!!

This is for our **dads** out there
It's our chance - our time -to get out of the house - have a easy group talk so we can de stress from and Family matters that hurt us for a couple of hours and meet other dads going through the same feelings.

There are a few things we do to ensure everyone is ok with each other and that's

1. it's just for dads at this stage sorry to mums and kids but it is what it is
2. must be over age 18+
3. Accepting of a pre screen call for location and everyone's general safety we don't want any conflict of interest between people. Call 0450835702 (Mon-Thursday)

If your ok with that we have a great venue with all really affordable snacks and drinks at a very family oriented location which if you do think to accept the pre screen call then our group location will be shared at that moment

it's simple, non judgemental and the best part it's simply free (no cost) except if you choose to buy your own food/drinks.

Mike

Daddys time 

Cannington

Join Monica at Tomato Lake for a Picnic by the Lake. Please bring your own food , there are Bbq’s there to use,also drinks. I will have my Befriends Flag .

Monica Fitz

Picnic by the Lakes 

Tomato Lake, Car park 

Join CHRIS for a healthy burger or a salad and a chat on a Sunday afternoon. Make connections, new friends or just get out of the house for company. Everyone is very welcome. Expect to spend between $15-$30 on food and drinks. Venue: Grill’d Burgers, Great Eastern Highway, Belmont. After Epsom Avenue, Mitsubishi Trucks and opposite Ibis Budget Hotel.

Chris Trembath

Slow Sunday Lunch

Grill'd Burgers

Join us for a weekly walk or run.

Meet in the Manning Laneway, Welwyn Ave Manning (at the shops).

We will walk for around 3km, or run up to 5km and be back around 6:45am for a coffee at Henry M's.

Tell your friends.

Look out for the bright yellow Befriend sign.

To stay updated or ask questions, join our [WhatsApp](https://chat.whatsapp.com/KZY9dQgISCyIpPxXjEa60Q) group.

Rory

Manning Walk & Run - Weekstarter

Henry M's

**Pop-Up Community Lounge at John Wellard Community Centre**
*Opening Monday, 7th October - Every Monday, 9am to 3pm (until the end of the year)*

We welcome you to drop in to the new **Pop-Up Community Lounge** at John Wellard Community Centre! Join us any Monday from 9am to 3pm as we transform the foyer and office space into a vibrant hub of connection and creativity, open to everyone.

When you walk through the doors, you’ll be greeted with a warm, inviting atmosphere. **Make yourself a cuppa** and relax in our cozy space, featuring "linger longer" zones like our unique **Trinket Trade Tray** — a place where you can take a trinket and leave one in return. For book lovers, we offer a **Book Swap Station** and for those who enjoy games, we have **card and board games** available for friendly challenges.

Our local community artists have come together to add even more character to the lounge, with **artwork on loan** from talented locals, plus a special display by a poet. You’ll have the chance to **support the lounge** by purchasing arts and crafts from our **"Pay What Feels Fair" Arts & Crafts Station**, with all proceeds going towards keeping our free cuppa offering available to all.

Looking for something to do in Kwinana? Check out our **Info Station**, a one-stop spot for a calendar of local events, including everything offered by Befriend volunteers in the form of our meetups and activities at the Kwinana Senior Citizens Centre.

Before you leave, be sure to snap a picture of yourself for our **Community Vine**, adding your smiling face to the growing display of community spirit.

So come on down for a free cuppa, stay for the company and fun and leave with a smile. See you at the **Pop-Up Community Lounge** — where connection and creativity come together!

Pop Up Community Lounge @ Wellard

Welcome to the Junk Journal Junction!

Calling all crafty, creative connoisseurs and glue stick gurus! It's time to unleash your inner artist exploring the recycling art of found materials such as 'junk mail', old magazines and books, used and new envelopes, stickers, ribbon, lace and pretty much anything goes. Combined together we form signatures that make up a 'junk journal' that can be used for a number of purposes that suit yourself or for those you might gift one to.

They can be a place to record your thoughts and memories. It might be to have a home for special keepsakes from tickets to greeting cards or even contain your own poetry and more.

Some view a junk journal as 'that drawer' in ones kitchen that has a little bit of everything and anything!

So if you are at all curious about exploring the world of junk journals please join us on the last Monday of every month at John Wellard Community Centre for a meetup of whimsical wonders, where we turn ordinary into extraordinary and transform discarded treasures into timeless keepsakes.

Using a mishmash of paper scraps, ephemera, doodles and dreams these journals will be personal masterpieces in the making!

No need to be a seasoned crafter – whether you're a gluing rookie or a scissor savant, everyone is welcome! Grab your favourite glue of choice, dust off those neglected magazines, digital papers, stickers, ribbons or lace and prepare to make unique one off journals that will last a lifetime.

Expect laughter, creativity and alot of sharing of experiences as we explore the art of journalling with a twist. The hope is this group will share tips, swap supplies and create 'happy mail' whilst finding joy in turning the ordinary into the extraordinary.

So, mark your calendars, set your reminders, and get ready to embark on a monthly journey of creativity and camaraderie. The Junk Journal Junction Wellard on Runneymede Gate awaits – where every page tells a story and every meetup is a chapter in our creative adventure!

See you on the last Monday of the month – let the creative juices flow.

Junk Journal Junction

Hi I'm Jenna.

I'm starting a coffee paint & colour group at the dome in East Vic Park and after much consideration I've decided that this is an over 18's event.

It’s a fun way to connect with others locally in the community and get to know each other. Everyone’s welcome—we’ll enjoy a coffee together and be coloring in, I'll be bringing along coloring books, painting pads and oil pastels you're welcome to bring a friend and your own stuff.

I've made sure that the location is wheelchair accessible but if you have issues please contact me, there will be sensory toys

Look for the yellow bear 🐻 and Befriend flags and banners at the table to find

Please reach out with any accessibility needs so we can make this a safe and welcoming space for everyone! 🌼 My number is 0459565872 any questions

Jenna Devine 

Connect, Coffee & Color-In 

Dome, East Vic Park

At Zingo Bingo you can expect a fun filled event for people of all abilities and ages, including people with support workers.

This event provides an opportunity to socialise and engage with others in the community, fostering relationships and connections among participants.

Zingo Bingo is a place to have fun and enjoy a sense of belonging.

Cost $5.00 (**Support workers/ carers are free)**

BYO snacks and drinks

**Every Monday, 10 am to 12pm**

This Meetup event is not monitored

**Please contact Vicky on 0431 067 204 to let her know you are coming.**

Jack Arrah 

ZINGO BINGO - Woodvale

Chichester Hall Woodvale 

You are invited to join Befriend Host Suzie and friends on Monday's for a creative mosaic meetup in Mandurah.

The group meet from 12 noon til 3.30pm.

The cost of the session is $3 each which includes a cuppa.
Some supplies are on hand to purchase or share but you are most welcome to visit the group to see what everyone is working on for inspiration and see what supplies you will need to organise for your chosen projects.

You are welcome to bring along something to share for afternoon tea if you so wish.

Monday Mandurah Mosaics

Frasers Landing

If you want to learn to play Mah Jong then this might be the group for you! Mah Jong is a game of both luck and skill and while it can take a while to pick it up (be prepared to give it 6 weeks) it is a lot of fun once you know how.
Befriend hosts Caroline and Margarita will teach beginners in a light-hearted and fun atmosphere. There are only 8 places available and this is advertised elsewhere also. That's why securing your place with one of the hosts before turning up is essential. You can do so by texting them:

* Caroline: 0421 604 364
* Margarita: 0420 533 459

No charge, ordering food/drink from Dome at your own cost is optional.

Caroline chard

Mahjong for Beginners - Butler

Dome in Butler

Ukulele players and learners meet on a weekly basis to have fun and make music!

All ages welcome. (Minors accompanied by an adult)

Mondays 6:30 - 8pm (During school terms) at the Mary Lindsay Homestead, Yanchep

Cost $2 a session

Enquires: Sharon on 0439 696 052

Paige Wight

Two Rocks Yanchep Ukulele

Mary Lindsay Homestead

Join Befriend Host Melanie and friends every Monday night from 6.30pm til 9.30pm at The John Wellard Community Centre located on Runneymede Gate, Wellard.

Please enter via rear carpark and tap on side window if door locked to alert members in the group of your arrival.

You are welcome to bring along your own card or boardgames to play or challenge others at something on hand like Catan, Phase 10, Rummykin, Sequence, Quirkle and more

melanie sharp

Wellard Card & Boardgames 

Everyone is welcome to join Befriend Hosts Melanie & friends for a fun & friendly challenge of various card and boardgames.

From Phase 10 & Sequence Card games to Rummykub, Mahjong, Catan, Quirkle, Seafarers, Articulate, Skipbo and more!

Feel free to bring along your own snacks & non alcoholic drinks and any other games you would like to play.

All level of playing skill is welcome and it's always fun trying something new.

PLEASE NOTE THE COMMUNITY CENTRE IS NOT STAFFED SO PLEASE ENTER VIA REAR CARPARK & KNOCK ON SIDE WINDOW AND SOMEONE WILL COME TO OPEN UP FOR YOU.

Wellard Card & Boardgames Night

Swan Mindful Walkers Invites you to a unique roaming walking event designed for those seeking adventure and mindfulness in nature Join us while Escaping life's pressures, breathing in the fresh air and embracing the beauty that surrounds us.

Join us every second week at Whiteman Park for a serene walk amidst picturesque surroundings. On alternate weeks, we explore new locations, adding a touch of excitement to each gathering.
Our events span up to 5km, lasting approximately 1 to 1.5 hours, allowing you to immerse yourself in the beauty of nature while cultivating new friendships along the way.

*Don't forget to bring a bottle of water and suitable weather protection for your comfort.

This is a free event, offering you the chance to unwind and connect with like-minded individuals who share a passion for nature's wonders.
After our walk, we gather for a cuppa at a nearby café, extending the warmth of our community beyond the trails.
Come and experience the joy of mindful walking with us—where every step is a moment of peace, and every path leads to new friendships.

When joining our walk look out for the yellow Befriend flag!

***Please note that this event notice will not be monitored. For further location details and to join our upcoming walks, please contact Alice on 0417 486 594

Alice Roach

Swan Mindful Walkers

Whiteman Park

Ever wanted to learn how to Crochet?
Well two very talented locals to Kwinana Margie & Greg are keen to share their passion and skills with anyone who wants to learn.Their work is amazing to say the least.

You'll be in good hands with their patience and skill to teach you how to Crochet on your own. This one on one sharing of their gifts will see you joining the long list of people who they have introduced to the world of Crochet over the years that have continued on and won recognition, praise and awards for their work.

If you have a Size 4, 5 or 6 Crochet Hook and some 8 Ply wool please bring it along, but if not come along and there will be supplies on hand for the session.

We all know Crochet never goes out of fashion and it's amazing how popular and what practical, whimsical and versatile items can be produced as a result of this relaxing and once you know the basics easy craft/hobby.

Even if you're on the fence about it all pop in and say Hi to Greg & Margie upstairs at Darius Wells in the David Nelson Art Room next time your at the Dome or the Kwinana library on a Tuesday morning between 9am and 12 noon.

They'll be there hooks in hand and a welcoming smile to greet you.

Kwinana - Crochet for Absolute Beginners

Bring your stories to life.
Inject theatre into your oral storytelling & dramatic arcs into your creative writing.

Fun & games with Befriend Host Miranda and friends where storytelling, writing & drama are combined.

Embark on a journey of story, sharing and play. Harvest ancestral wisdom woven into traditional tales. Reflect and grow wise together through shared story. Oral storytelling is an age-old pathway to developing imagination, empathy and connection.

What we cover in these workshops:

* easy ways to remember story bones
* fleshing out stories with your own words and details
* developing inner story pictures
* how to pace & adapt a story
* reflective conversation
* theatre games to build confidence

Join us to:

* Grow your social confidence
* Make & develop friendships in your local area
* Connect to others more deeply through their stories
* Feel more connected in your local community

Starts 9:30am til 12 noon
@ The Koorliny Arts Centre in Kwinana.
We make a cuppa, have a chat & set up the room together from 9:30am, and start promptly with a guided meditation and story from 10am.

A FREE EVENT FOR ALL AGES AND STAGES 18 - 180+

Miranda Santalucia

Kwirky Kwinana Storytellers

Koorliny Arts Centre Kwinana

Come along to a one hour experience to think about what your next step towards connection might be!

There are many different reasons why we might be searching for new social connections. Connection, like food, is a basic human need! When we are hungry, we eat. So what happens when we are feeling a bit disconnected? We can take steps to connect with others.

We know this can be hard to know where to start, so we would love to invite you to a warm and gently structured session to think through what your next step for connecting with others might be.

**We will…**

💭 think about what our interests are (or what we are interested in trying)

🧠 brainstorm together different community spaces we know to meet people

📝 plan what a small next connection step might be (all sizes of steps are great!)

**So if you…**

* Feel ready to meet new people and would like some moral support to start
* Are new to Perth and are stuck on where to look
* Are unsure on what interests you can connect over with others

Come along to this short in-person session 😁

**What to expect...**

* Structured conversation and reflection time (about 1 hour)
* Informal chat and further questions (last 30 mins-ish)

**What to bring...**

* Yourself, as you are
* A piece of paper and pen to write on
* An open heart and open mind

**If you have any questions or requests for how this can be comfortable for you, message me on Meetup or email ella@befriend.org.au.**
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**Want to join more sessions like this?**

This workshop is part of the Your Journey, Your Way series all about connection, community and you! You’re welcome to attend them all, attend just the one, or attend multiple times.

They are run regularly so you can continue to drop in to the workshops at your own pace - it’s designed to be a DIY adventure! The experiences are:

**1\. Stepping Stones: Taking the next steps to connect with your community** **(Tuesday 26th November; 10am - 11:30am)**
Come along to start thinking about what your next step towards connection might be!

**2\. Kickstart your Community: The fundamentals of bringing people together $Tuesday 3rd December; 10am \- 12pm$**
Want to bring people together in your community? Get ideas and tips on how to start!

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Befriend is a community building organisation that exists to spark connections to create a connected, more inclusive Perth.

Our values are inclusion, fun, authenticity, curiosity and sustainability. Learn more about Befriend through our website: [https://befriend.org.au/](https://befriend.org.au/)

Befriend Team

Stepping Stones: Taking the Next Steps to Connect with Your Community 

George Burnett Leisure Centre  

The Swan Valley Memory Cafe meets at the Minchin Centre in Middle Swan.
SVMC offers social connection for people with dementia, their carers, and friends. Everyone is welcome.
The cafe is open to anyone looking to make social connections. People living with dementia require a carer to accompany them.
Come for a chat, play a few games or crafts, laugh, and develop a network of support and friendship.
Check out our [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/swanvalleymemorycafe/) page for upcoming events and activities!
Refreshments are provided. The building and toilets are easily accessible for people with mobility requirements. Parking is at the front of the centre.
Free of charge.
The cafe meets every Tuesday. Contact Jan O'Shea for any inquiries on 0419 850 633.

Jan O'Shea

Swan Valley Memory Cafe

65 Yule Ave

You're invited to join Befriend Host Pam & friends for this casual & fun Social Craft morning at The John Wellard Community Centre - Runneymede Gate, Wellard.

10am to 1pm

BYO Project to work on or simply call in to see what everyone else is doing, be inspired and join us for a cuppa & chat.

We have various crafts being worked on in the room at the same time, from sewing projects creating Quilts, Sacks, Critters, Cushions etc, alongside others working on their Scrapbooking Pages, 5D Diamond Paintings, Knitting & Crocheting, Paper Tole and much more, so whatever your current 'crafty' interest is you will be welcome in the craft room with us.

We have access to sewing machines & and overlocker onsite so no need bring your own machine but we advise you to bring your own sewing box as supplies are limited on the sewing trolley.

You are welcome to bring along some morning tea to share if you like and encouraged to bring along your own coffee cup.

Everyone is welcome to this FREE Craft Meetup.

**PLEASE NOTE THE COMMUNITY CENTRE IS NOT STAFFED SO PLEASE ENTER VIA REAR CARPARK & KNOCK ON SIDE WINDOW AND SOMEONE WILL COME TO OPEN UP FOR YOU.**

Wellard - Social Sewing & Craft Group

Join Holly and Vicky and get creative with crafts and enjoy making new friends. Bring along your creative ideas 💡✨️
All ablities welcome!

There will be a choice of crafts and these will vary from week to week: Salt painting, bottle craft, embroidery, card-making, scrapbooking, painting, slime and more!

$10 entry (covers cost of supplies)
Support workers/carers are free
BYO morning tea
Coffee, tea, milo supplied

Vicky O'Neill

Craft Hub - Woodvale

Chicchester Hall 

Do you have a great life story to tell?
Do you want to share that story?
Do you want help to bring your story to life?

Author ROB BRITZA (Wild Thing) will share his experience of memoir writing and show you how to shape memories and experiences into a story. You will learn about language, structure, and how to find your voice and more!

Please bring along a pen & notebook for yourself

Robert Britza

Memoir Writing

Come along and join us and make new friends.

Free event; $5 for a cuppa (optional).

Meet Chris Inside Dome.

Belmont Coffee Catchup

Drop in and purchase a cuppa and join this friendly group for a chat. There is usually up to eight people that attend this group.

Our friendly host Wendy will make you welcome.

This event page is not monitored by the Host so if you plan on attending please contact Wendy on 0405 875 756 for more information or to share any requirements you have.

Have a Chat - Lakelands

Muffin Break

Join Befriend Host Debbie & friends every Tuesday evening of the month for a fun filled night of music and song at Frasers Landing - 1 Landings Boulevard Coodanup.

All levels of experience are welcome from Ukulele Beginners to Future Rock Stars. For anyone who is just interested in coming along to see what all the fun is about, we have ukulele's on hand for you to use during the session.

We ask everyone to have their ukes tuned prior to the session. All song sheets are projected onto a screen for everyone to see.

Gold Coin Donation would be greatly appreciated.

EVERYONE OF ALL ABILITIES IS WELCOME TO JOIN US
Come to play, sing and just enjoy - All instruments are welcome

Debbie Tippett

Manjar Ukulele

Fraser Landing Community Centre

**Due to unforeseen circumstances the Manjar Ukulele group will be taking a short break and returning Tuesday, 5th November at Frasers Landing. We apologise for any inconvenience, but look forward to strumming with you again soon.**

Join Befriend Host Debbie every Tuesday evening of the month for a fun filled night of music and song at Frasers Landing - 1 Landings Boulevard Coodanup.

All levels of experience are welcome from Ukulele Beginners to Future Rock Stars. For anyone who is just interested in coming along to see what all the fun is about, we have a limited number of ukulele's on hand for you to use during the session.

We ask everyone to have their ukes tuned prior to the session. All song sheets are projected onto a screen for everyone to see.

Gold Coin Donation would be greatly appreciated to cover costs of incidentals.

EVERYONE OF ALL ABILITIES IS WELCOME TO JOIN US
Come to play, sing and just enjoy - All instruments are welcome

CANCELLED - Manjar Ukulele

Join Us for a Play & Connect meetup at William Bertram Community Centre!

Looking for a fun and friendly space for your little ones to play while you connect with other parents and caregivers? You're invited to our new Befriend hosted play & connect sessions, held every Wednesday from 9:30am to 11:30am at the William Bertram Community Centre located on Johnson Road, Bertram.

Open to children aged 0-5 years and their parents or caregivers, this inclusive, welcoming event is all about fostering community connections through play. Bring along a piece of fruit to share for morning tea and enjoy a relaxed morning where your little ones can explore, play and socialise in a safe and friendly environment.

Hosted by Emma, Mel, and Jemma, we’re excited to offer a space for everyone to feel at home, build friendships with other families in the local area. Whether you're new to the community or a regular, come join us and be part of the fun!

Please note, this is a family-friendly event and while we strive to provide a welcoming atmosphere, all children under 18 attending the meetup remain the sole responsibility of their accompanying adult for the duration of the session.

Everyone is welcome. We look forward to meeting you!

Bertram Parents Group + Play

William Bertram Community Centre

Join Befriend Hosts Linda, Sue and friends every Wednesday at the Darius Wells Resource and Library Centre - in the Carol Adams Lobby right next to the Dome Cafe for some Crochet, Knitting & other crafts along with a cuppa and friendly conversation.

All levels of skill are welcome and if you are a complete beginner there are many experienced hands willing to show you how it's done and before you know it you may be hooked too.

Linda Knowles

Kwinana Crochet, Knitting & Social Craft

Join Befriend Hosts Roger & Lorelle for this Fun, Casual Ukulele Strum & Sing Along every Wednesday from 2pm til 4pm at Greenfields Family & Community Centre located at 2 Waldron Boulevard, Greenfields

Gold Coin Entry and everyone 18+ is welcome

Mandurah Peel Singing Ukes

Greenfields Family & Community Centre

Join Anne-marie, Kerry-Anne & friends every Wednesday night from 7pm til 9pm at the John Wellard Community Centre for a social craft meetup.
BYO craft project to work on, or come along and see what others are doing that might inspire you to learn or try something new.
Entry via rear carpark and please press door bell if entry is locked and we will come & let you in.

Anne-Marie Silchinger

Crafty Well @ Wellard

If you’re feeling lonely or isolated, want to make new friends, or simply have some space in your diary to “Chat, Connect and Create” alongside other friendly local folk, we’d love to see you at our weekly Chat Connect Create Café Table.

Join us on Thursday mornings, from 10 am to 11:30 am, at Matty's Espresso Gelato Bar in Haynes

**What to Expect**
\- Good company
\- Friendly conversation
\- Creative activities \- we'll mix these up but expect card making\, puzzling\, paper and thread crafts
\- A complimentary coffee or tea

**Our Haynes Chat Connect Create's at Matty's Espresso and Gelato Bar will be hosted on the following Thursdays:**
November 7th, 14th and 28th
December 5th and 12th

The table is hosted by Befriend and the City of Armadale.

We look forward to meeting you.

Chat Connect Create Cafe Table - Haynes

Matty's Espresso Gelato Bar

Bring along your own craft , learn a new one or just come along for a chat. $5.00 for cuppa and extra if you want something to eat.

Friday Crafternoon

Address provided upon RSVP

You deserve some ‘me’ time. Come along to our room filled with diffused essential oils, make yourself a cuppa, treat yourself to a face mask and a manicure, colour in some pictures or do a bit of craft, explore various other relaxation techniques and of course socialise with other chilled out cucumbers like yourself!

Nourishing Me

Caversham

*Come join us at . . .*

**\*TablePOP!\*** -
***a monthly boardgaming avo***
***celebrating the most popular Universes of the Imagination!***
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\*Enjoy playing **together** for **fun** / to **socialise**!

\*We offer an engrossing **experience**
**playing** **great games** **in** **popular imagined worlds!**

\***We prep -> bring -> set up -> teach games** for each meet!

We adventurously **explore**
**ANY & ALL types of "boardgames" AKA "tabletop games"**,
**set in classic & fan-fave creative universes**,
from any & all media ---
*books, comic books, computer / console games & movies etc.*

**❖ AT THIS EVENT U CAN PLAY... ❖**
**☞ *A Secret Christmas-Style Grab-Bag Choice***
***Of Shorter Games Than Usual***
***Themed Around The 3 "S'es"*** *\-\-\-*
*(S)tar Trek + (S)tar Wars + (S)uper Heroes / Villains.*

**\*\*\*This time feel free to bring games with such themes -\*\*\***
**\*\*\*otherwise you DON'T need to bring or know a thing!\*\*\***

**But DO note TablePOP! usually plays games**
**more complicated than traditional family ones**
(e.g. Dominoes, Monopoly, Uno)**;**
**so if you prefer mainstream / simple games,**
**our meets won't be for you,**
*but there are many other boardgame meets*
*happening within Befriend & elsewhere*
*that will suit you well.*

**Worlds We'll Explore Into The Future Include...**
☞ *DC & Marvel Super Heroes*
☞ *Disney*
☞ *Doctor Who*
☞ *Star Trek*
☞ *Star Wars*
☞ *Tolkien!*

**❖ ALL EVENTS FREE & FOR ADULTS ❖**

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**\*We Next Meet At The TACTiCS Gamestore\***
( 119 Barrack St., Perth CBD )
**30 / 11 / 2024, 12:00 - 4:00ish**

(Yep we've scheduled to meet again sooner than usual,
because of busy December bookings,
& of course - Christmas!)

***We take a lunch / snack break;***
***bring your own***
***or buy at the many places nearby!***
***TACTiCS sells bottled water + soft drinks,***
***including sugarfree options!***

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***NEED SOME HELP***
***GETTING AROUND THE PERTH CBD . . . ?***

**\>\>\> MAP OF THE PERTH CBD**
**INC. ACCESSIBLE & SOME GENERAL TOILETS,**
**PARKING, PUBLIC TRANSPORT, TAXI RANKS**
**(Downloadable PDF file;**
**Note: department stores like 'David Jones' & 'Myers'**
**& larger malls such as 'Trinity Arcade'**
**also have restrooms):**
[iCITY MAP](https://rgcopcorpweb103-cdn-endpoint.azureedge.net/-/media/Project/COP/COP/COP/Assets/Maps/iCity-Map---Combined.pdf?modified=20230313051833&rev=c907828790534ad8b6b8fd6d718c5b5e&hash=85DE65E2992D75C30BF438B5745BDDC7)

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**\>\>\> GENERAL PARKING MAP:**
[www.parkopedia.com.au](https://www.parkopedia.com.au/)

**\>\>\> PARKING MAP INC\. ACCESSIBLE LOCATIONS**
**(CLICK 'FILTER SEARCH' THEN 'DISABILITY' TO SEE):**
[www.cityofperthparking.com.au](https://www.cityofperthparking.com.au/)

**\>\>\> ACCESSIBLE PARKING INFO:**
[www.cityofperthparking.com.au/index.php/disability-parking](https://www.cityofperthparking.com.au/index.php/disability-parking)

**\>\>\> CHEAPER & FREE PARKING INFO:**
[www.cityofperthparking.com.au/whats-new/3-hour-free-parking-weekends-public-holidays](https://www.cityofperthparking.com.au/whats-new/3-hour-free-parking-weekends-public-holidays)

[www.cityofperthparking.com.au/whats-new/1450-all-day-parking](https://www.cityofperthparking.com.au/whats-new/1450-all-day-parking)

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**\>\>\> TOILET FACILITIES INFO\,**
**INC. LINK TO SEARCHABLE MAP:**
[visitperth.com/getting-around/public-toilets](https://visitperth.com/getting-around/public-toilets)

Sucher

TablePOP! - Boardgames, Card & Dice Games - & More!

The Tactics Gamestore

Are you ready to discover the hidden treasures within your own being? Join us as we embark on a journey of self-discovery, healing, and spiritual growth. This transformative event is designed to guide you to your deepest truth and awaken the abundant potential that lies within you.

✨ What to Expect:

* Guided Self-Discovery Practices: Delve into powerful exercises that help you connect with your authentic self and your inner wisdom.
* Insightful Teachings: Explore the tools and teachings that illuminate the path to self-awareness, self-nurturing, and growth.
* Healing & Transformation: Release limiting beliefs and emotional blockages, clearing the way for personal freedom and abundance.
* Mindful Practices: Engage in grounding meditations, reflective journalling and presence affirming exercises to deepen your inner connection.
* Sacred Sharing Circles: Build community with like-minded seekers, offering and receiving support on this journey of awakening.
* Breathwork & Gentle Movement: Awaken your body’s energy with practices that bring balance and vitality.
* Sound Healing: Immerse yourself in the transformative power of sacred sounds and vibrations.

🌟 Who Is This For?

* Those seeking deeper self-awareness, clarity, peace and purpose
* Individuals ready to discover their true essence and divine potential
* Anyone looking to release past blockages and step into their authentic power
* Anyone on a path of spiritual awakening and growth
* Those looking for community, connection, and support on their journey

✨ Why Attend? This is more than just an event—it’s an invitation to awaken to the boundless wisdom and light within you. Through deep reflection, sacred nurturing practices, and a supportive community, you’ll learn how to access the inner riches of peace, joy, and purpose that are yours to claim.
Whether you're new to spirituality or have been on the path for years, this event will support you in deepening your practice and expanding your consciousness. Come as you are and leave feeling more aligned, centered, and connected to your highest self.

🌙 Limited spaces available – Be intentional about reserving your place at this transformative gathering. Save the date and time in your calendar and begin your journey of self-discovery.

Almudena

🌟 Unlock the Riches Within: A Journey of Self-Discovery 🌟

Victoria Park Community Space

Come meet Monica over coffee and cake if you wish. Bring your knitting,crochet,embroidery or other hand crafts for an afternoon of connecting and creating. All welcome from beginners to experts please meet at the Arger ( the kitchen like area), I will have the Befriend yellow flag.

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