What’s on

Cirque Mother Africa Celebrating 15 years and direct from a sell-out broadway season, Cirque Mother Africa is returning to Australia in 2023 with an all new show featuring the amazing hand to hand balancing act as seen on Australia’s Got Talent performed by the Ramadhani Brothers. The heartbeat of Africa pulsates throughout this jaw-dropping show as the musicians and artists transport audience members to the breath-taking continent of Africa. This 90-minute entertainment extravaganza combines the very best talent from nine African countries including Ethiopia, South Africa, Kenya and Tanzania to provide the wonder, suspense and joy that is Cirque Mother Africa. Seen by more than 2 MILLION people worldwide, Cirque Mother Africa is guaranteed to captivate audiences young and old. Combining the best of contortion, acrobatics, traditional dance, live music, pan spinning, hand balancing and so much more. Tickets available via the Bunjil Place website. Bunjil Place, 2 Patrick Northeast Drive Narre Warren, Saturday 29 April at 7.30pm.

Stephen K Amos

Stephen K Amos returns to Australia due to overwhelming popular demand.

Fresh from treading the boards in London’s West End, Stephen is back doing what he does best: stand-up comedy.

Join Stephen as he muses over the extraordinary events the world has faced over the last couple of years.

How did you get through it all? Stephen’s solution… find the funny.

When the world gives Stephen lemons, he simply adds gin, tonic, ice and a healthy dose of laughter.

So grab a drink, come down and enjoy an hour of solid jokes and guaranteed belly laughs.

Tickets available via the Cardinia Cultural Centre website.

Bunjil Place, 2 Patrick Northeast Drive, Narre Warren on Friday 21 April at 7:30pm.

Timbarra Over 50’s Social Club

The Timbarra Over 50’s Social Club will be celebrating its 30 year anniversary this July and new members are always welcome.

We meet in the Timbarra Community Hall which is part of the Berwick Neighbourhood Centre. Our activities include Indoor Carpet Bowls, Scrabble, Table Tennis and cards (500).

All activities occur in a very friendly atmosphere and nothing is taken too seriously.

We also hold an Old Time/New Vogue dance every Thursday night with the first half hour devoted to tuition.

Throughout the year we provide subsidised Day Trips and Luncheons for regular attendees.

In the near future our club will be looking at a name change to better attract a wider age range of interested adults.

For further details phone: Bruce 0447 554 475 or David 0433 566 456

Berwick Boutique Craft and Food Market

Spend your Saturday at the historic Old Cheese Factory in Berwick.

This lovely venue offers beautifully manicured gardens, a large children’s playground and barbecue/picnic facilities along with plenty of parking.

Step back in time and browse the wonderful and unique crafts and design from local makers and unwind from the week.

$5 onsite parking, dogs allowed.

34 Homestead Road, Berwick on Saturday 22 April from 9am-2pm.

Bumble Bee Baby and Children’s Markets

Bumble Bee Baby and Children’s Markets are excited to announce their upcoming market at Berwick Fields Primary School.

With up to 65 stall holders you are sure to snap up some bargains on new, handmade and preloved baby and children’s goods for all ages!

And of course they will have a coffee van on hand for all your caffeine needs!

At only $2 entry for adults (children under 12 free) and plenty of free parking it is the perfect Sunday morning outing.

Bring the whole family and be sure to share the event with your friends and extended family. The buzzier the better!

35 Gwendoline Drive, Berwick on Sunday 30 April from 9am-12pm.

Seniors and Active Retirees in Casey and Cardinia Areas.

Are you newly retired, new to the area or just wanting to enjoy your freedom or expand your social life?

Casey Cardinia Life Activities Club can offer you stimulating activities such as weekly social /chat activities with low key in-line dancing if you want to tap your feet and great afternoon teas, day / short and long trips away via (coach/ flights) , weekly morning coffee club , monthly Saturday country pub lunches, monthly evening dineouts, weekly table tennis club, walking groups, seasonal daytime musical theatre outings, and more ! We welcome all you gentlemen out there with time on your hands!

Ladies, come along, this is your time to meet like minded people and make those new friends.

Come along and get to know us by visiting us on a Thursday at 2 pm at Brentwood Park Neighbourhood House or join us on a Wednesday at 10am for a coffee at Little Sparrow Fountain Gate.

Or for more information contact Enquiry Officer Gloria 0468363616

Brentwood Park Community Centre Open Day

Brentwood Park Community Centre is once again welcoming everyone for an open day.

The day will include Children’s activities, market stalls, workshops and food vans.

21A Bemersyde Drive, Berwick on Saturday 29 April from 10am-2pm.

Anzac Day Dawn Service

The Anzac Day Dawn Service will be held at Officer Recreation Reserve.

Tea, Coffee, Bacon and Egg Rolls are available afterwards.

20 Starling Road, Officer on Tuesday 25 April at 5:45am.

Frog Census

City of Casey is hosting a frog-tastic event at Banjo Paterson Park.

Join the team to carry out some very important monitoring to record which frog species are calling the wetlands home.

Learn all about these frogs, how to identify them from their calls and how you can help protect their habitat.

Bring along a torch and your smart device and learn about the Melbourne Water Frog Census app.

The event is free.

Spots can be reserved via Eventbrite.

Banjo Paterson Park, Paterson Drive, Lynbrook, on Thursday 20 April 5pm-6.30pm.

Trash & Treasure Market

The first ever community Trash and Treasure market will be coming to Only Mine Chocolate Factory.

From decor, to electronics, CDs/DVSs, toys, apparel, and more both new and old will be available from the local community.

If you’re looking for a bargain there will be some great stuff to look through!

Located throughout the carpark and warehouse adjacent to the Only Mine Chocolate Factory.

The event will run alongside the Family Fun day, so you can keep the kids entertained with games while you check out the market.

The chocolate factory store will be open for your hot choc, desserts, chocolates and more.

Entry is free.

Only Mine Chocolate Factory, 2/31 Camino Crescent Cranbourne West on Sunday 16 April, 9am-3pm.

Kaleidoscope of Cultures

Come along to Casey Fields Playspace and Village Green in Cranbourne East for a celebration of Casey’s culturally diverse communities.

Connect with your local community, while enjoying live performances and free activities such as come and try sport and dance sessions and a kite making and flying session.

There will also be a range of stallholders and food vendors!

Casey Fields Playspace, 160 Berwick-Cranbourne Road, Cranbourne East, Sunday 23 April from 1pm-4pm.

Teddy Bears’ Picnic

If you go down to the Old Cheese Factory, you’ll never believe your eyes.

For every bear that ever there was, will gather there for certain because that’s the day the teddy bears have their picnic.

Gather your family and friends, pack your picnic blanket and join for a family day out in the Old Cheese Factory gardens.

Dance and sing with performers on stage, check your teddy is in the bear-y best of health at the teddy bear hospital and visit the pop-up activities throughout the grounds.

Recommended for children aged 2-10.

Cost of $2 per person (children under 12 months free).

Tickets coming soon.

34 Homestead Road, Berwick on 19 April at 9am.

An Evening of Mediumship

Join for an unforgettable evening of spiritual connection and messages from the beyond. Psychic medium Denise Wilkinson, along with her team of psychic mediums, will take the stage to deliver evidential proof of the afterlife through their unique platform work.

Be amazed as they connect with the spirit world and share messages of love and healing with members of the audience.

Whether you are seeking closure, guidance, or simply a sense of wonder, this is an event not to be missed.

Light refreshments will be provided, along with time to mingle and chat with the psychic mediums.

Bookings essential. Tickets available via Eventbrite for $39.

Timbarra Community Centre, Timbarra Way, Berwick on Friday 21 April at 7pm.