Conservation and Conversation working bees are a great way to learn more about some of Bayside's beautiful heathland, bushland and foreshore reserves and the volunteers who work hard to maintain and improve them. Come along and join in a regular working bee and hear more about the Reserve from the Volunteer Reserve Convenor while enjoying a cuppa with old friends and new. Two of our Reserves are holding Conversation and Conservation working bees, conveniently located a short walk from each other. 

Let’s celebrate Mother’s Day with a special mother and bubba pilates morning. Join Melanie, a physiotherapist and new mum, on Wednesday 1st May at Brighton Town Hall for a morning of movement. An exclusive babbling, burping and boob friendly event! Goodie bags and some exciting vouchers will be up for grabs on the day! Finding time for yourself to exercise can be difficult as a mum. We welcome your baby to take part in the action, be happy on the mat or even fast asleep. Secure your spot today for a morning of movement with mothers and bubbas!

Let’s celebrate Mother’s Day with a special mother and bubba pilates morning. Join Melanie, a physiotherapist and new mum, on Wednesday 1st May at Brighton Town Hall for a morning of movement. An exclusive babbling, burping and boob friendly event! Goodie bags and some exciting vouchers will be up for grabs on the day! Finding time for yourself to exercise can be difficult as a mum. We welcome your baby to take part in the action, be happy on the mat or even fast asleep. Secure your spot today for a morning of movement with mothers and bubbas!

You're invited to the opening of the 2024 Bayside Painting Prize exhibition, announcement of the winner of the $25,000 major prize and the $10,000 Beckett Local Prize. Visitors will also have the opportunity to vote for the $1,000 People's Choice Prize on the night.

Join us at Brighton Library to celebrate the release of Lisa Medved's debut art history novel, perfect for fans of Jessie Burton, Tracy Chevalier and Maggie O'Farrell. "The Engraver's Secret" is a stunning art history thriller set around the life, times, and feuds of the artist Peter Paul Rubens and tells the story of two women, a mysterious map, and a family secret spanning hundreds of years.

Did you know Black Rock House is the reason the suburb was named Black Rock? Come and step back in time to see the summer house of Victoria' first Auditor general and learn other wonderful lessons from this precious house. Open house is Sunday 1st Sunday of every month, between 1-4pm Devonshire tea is served between 1:30pm and 3:30pm Bookings essential for Devonshire tea via Friendsofblackrockhouse@gmail.com

Join us at Beaumaris Library to celebrate the release of Lisa Ireland's latest novel "The Studio Girls". You may know Lisa from "The One and Only Dolly Jamieson", her heartwarming 2023 novel that we absolutely adored, thanks in no small part to all the library love! Now Lisa's back with "The Studio Girls ", a sumptuous, nostalgic journey back to the glamorous Golden Age of cinema and the intoxicating world of Tinseltown, where nothing is quite what it seems . . .

Join us for the premiere of Merry Melodies in Hampton, a community singing live variety concert. Retired professional musicians and singers from theatre shows, cabaret and television will entertain you with classic songs from the 40’s and 50’s.*$10 cash at the door on the day; includes afternoon tea and a lucky door prize.Book Below 

Melinda Vander Reest from the Early Life Foundation presents an invaluable session about knowing when your child is ready to start kindergarten.

Tuning in to Kids is an evidenced based, 6-week parenting program for parents/carers to strengthen the emotional connection with their child/children. It teaches skills in emotion coaching to help your child develop skills of emotional intelligence. Children with greater emotional intelligence have been shown to be more resilient and have greater success in being able to self soothe when upset or angry, in making friendships, managing conflict, as well as a predictor of academic and career success.

Belinda Stone is a contemporary artist working from her studio in Beaumaris. In this exhibition Belinda explores colour palettes both calming and vibrant & explores staining on canvas and making marks into the paints using different textures. Belinda’s solo exhibition is at ChiaroScuro Art Studio and Gallery, 44 Edith St Beaumaris, opposite Beaumaris Primary School, Opening night is Friday 17th May 4pm - 7pm with wine and cheese, register by following the eventbooking link.

Join us this International Day Against LGBTQIA+ Discrimination at Sandringham Library to hear from Hannah McElhinney, author of "Rainbow History Class", your entry into LGBTQ+ history, sharing queer and trans stories from Ancient civilisations all the way up to the internet.