Magic 1278 continues to provide assistance to small and large community groups, by helping publicise their fundraising events, or events of public interest.

Magic 1278 is the only Melbourne commercial station to schedule free announcements for small community groups every hour of every day.

Email communitycalendar@magic1278.com.au with your fundraiser.

SOUTHERN SAFETY GROUP
Southern Safety Group have their first meeting for the year starting at 3pm Monday 27th February with  – Nada Wentzel - talking about “Neuroscience and the Art of Safety Leadership” Southern Safety Group members are free – non-members $5 -with annual membership at $25. Meeting is at Protector Alsafe, 42 Greens Rd, Dandenong. Bookings via email at gary.thexton@bigpond.com     

RELAY FOR LIFE
“Relay For Life” invite you to their annual Dinner to raise funds for cancer research – from 7pm Monday 27th February at  Maroondah Sports Club, Mt Dandenong Rd, East Ringwood.   Guest speaker is former AFL coach & player – David Parkin plus Raffles, Prizes and Auctions. Bring a Table of Friends! Remember – Celebrate – Fight Back. Register your team at www.relayforlife.org.au or 1300 65 65 85

LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS
Cardinia Performing Arts Company is a proud supporter of Heart For Kids and they welcome you to their latest production  “Little Shop of Horrors” – opening this Saturday 25th February and running through until Friday 9th March at the Cardinia Cultural Centre, Lakeside Boulevard, Pakenham. Tickets - adults $30, concession $27 and you can book at 0407 090 354 or online at www.trybooking.com

ANXIETY DISORDERS ASSOCIATION
Generalized Anxiety Disorder affects nearly 4% of Australians! Anxiety Disorders Association – a non-profit organization – is holding a lecture by Pauline McKinnon who will volunteer her time to talk about the 4 C’s – Courage – Commitment - Calmness & Change…and leave anxiety & panic behind! The talk is 7.30 Tuesday night 28th February at the Forest Hill, Horticultural Centre, Function Room.Entry for general public or $10 for ADAVIC Members. Book on 9853 8089 or visit www.adavic.org.au

STRATHMORE VIEW CLUB
Strathmore VIEW Club invites you to their next meeting at Ascot House, 50 Fenton St, Ascot Vale from midday Wed 29th February for a lovely 2 course meal, raffle & lucky door prizes. Guest speaker will give a talk on “Carers for Victorians”.  VIEW supports the Smith Family, helping to educate under privileged children, so they may get a good start in life. To book call Mirella on 9337 4723.  

CRUDEN FARM OPEN DAY
Dame Elisabeth Murdoch will open Cruden Farm from 10 - 3 Sun 26th Feb - to support Baker IDI Heart & Diabetes Institute. Something for everyone with a sausage sizzle, baby animals, children’s entertainment, a silent auction, music, raffles & stalls. Tickets $25 at the gate - children under 18 free! Cruden Farm is on Cranhaven Road, Langwarrin. Details with Sarah – 9944 7637.

ESSENDON HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Essendon Historical Society’s first meeting for the year takes place on Tuesday night 28th February from 7.30 in the form of a “Show and Tell”. Bring along your treasures to share. It’s free and everyone is welcome! “Show and Tell” is at 768 Mt Alexander Rd, Moonee Ponds. Details on 9370 4607.

WYNDHAM ROTARY CLUB FUN RUN / WALK
Wyndham Rotary Club is holding its Fun Run/Walk to raise funds for the Royal Children’s Hospital Good Friday Appeal! Starting time is 9am on Sunday 26th February… The course follows the scenic Werribee River and is ideal for first time runners, avid walkers and experienced runners. Enter as an individual, with friends/family or a corporate team. Lots of prizes and the first 500 online entrants get a free t-shirt! Details at www.wyndhamfunrun.org.

STAMP, COIN AND POSTCARDS SALE
Blackburn Missionary Stamp Club welcomes you to their Stamp – Coins and Postcards Sale from 9 to 3 - Sat 25th Feb at Burwood Heights Uniting Church cnr Burwood Hwy and Blackburn Road, Burwood East (opposite K-Mart) Light refreshments available – admission & parking free! Proceeds to various local charities.

BARBIE, FASHION AND CELEBRITY DOLL SALE
“Barbie, Fashion & Celebrity Doll Sale” is on from 12 - 4pm Sunday 26th February at the Phyllis Hore Room, Kew Library – off Cotham Rd, Kew and entry is just $2 adults, $1 for children. Enjoy vintage & modern Barbie, fashion & celebrity dolls 4 sale plus information and free valuations. Details at www.glamgal.net or call Mary – 0437 041 060. Proceeds to Variety the Children’s Charity Bike-a-thon Program.

BACK TO DON VALLY REUNION
“Back to Don Valley” Reunion promises a great afternoon from Midday on Sunday 26th February at Woori Yallock Hotel, Old Warburton Highway, Woori Yallock. Drinks at bar prices! RSVP by Friday 24th Feb to Isobell on 9725 2176 or email isabell.clavant@gmail.com.

CRAIGIEBURN ANNUAL ART EXHIBITION
Craigieburn Art Group welcomes you to their 22nd Annual Art Exhibition with Seascapes, Landscapes, Floral and Animal pieces in Oils, Pastels, Watercolours and Acrylics. Meet the artists at the Craigieburn Leisure Centre’s Function Room at Craigieburn Road West from 10 to 5 on Saturday and Sunday (25th/26th February) with admission free! Funds from the “Special Effort Raffle” to Craigieburn S.E.S. Details from Kathy – 9306 8600.

BIODIVERSITY IN YOUR BACKYARD WITH OUR OWN JANE EDMANSON
Bulleen Art & Garden celebrate the Earth’s life support system “GAIA” – in a night of discussion, performance, song and art! (This is part of Melbourne’s “Sustainable Living Festival” and raises funds for “Sustainable Gardening Australia”) Jane Edmanson will discuss biodiversity in the backyard – Jason Smith, from the Heide Museum will talk about Art – plus live music from Andy Jans-Brown…and much more. “Gaia Night” is on Thursday 23rd Feb - Bulleen Art &Garden, 6 Manningham Rd, Bulleen. Contact 8850 3030 or visit www.baag.com.au.

GO BEYOND ALL BORDERS
“Go Beyond All Borders” is holding a special Trivia Night and Silent Auction to help out the orphans of Malawi & Kenya! From 7 Friday night 24th February, you can pick up Paintings, Jewellery, AFL Memorabilia, Chef Master Classes, Surf Gear, Accomodation, & lots more at Amstel Golf Club, Cranbourne. Get a trivia team together & have a great night. Call Deb on 0438 533 473.

DONCASTER VIEW CLUB
Doncaster VIEW Club have their forst luncheon this year on Tuesday 21st February from 10.30am at Eastern Golf Club. Guest speaker will be from The Smith Family – the charity VIEW supports with their “learning for life” program for disadvantaged children and their families. Details from Laurice on 9877 3713.

ROY ORBISON TRIBUTE SHOW
YWCA Encore invites you to Australia’s No 1 Roy Orbison Tribute Show – “The Big O & Friends” – Sat 25th February. The show is at the Karralyka Centre, Mines Rd, Ringwood East, with special guests – those fabulous 60’s girls “The She-Laas”. Enjoy this great show and help raise funds for YWCA Encore – a gentle exercise program for women who have suffered and survived Breast Cancer. Bookings – 9870 2888.

SHOVE TUESDAY - FREE PANCAKES
St John’s Anglican Church invites you to enjoy free pancakes on  “Shrove Tuesday – 21st February – between 6 and 8 pm. St John’s - on the corner of Centre & Tucker Roads, Bentleigh. For more information call Yvonne on 9557 2226.

NATIONAL SENIORS
Visit “National Seniors” Greensborough Branch on Tuesday 21st February at Greensborough RSL, 111 Main St. Adele Thompson will tell of early Australian history with a talk entitled “The First Fleet”. Meals are available at the RSL bistro. Entry is a $3 donation – all over 50’s welcome. Details at www.greensboroughnationalseniors.com.au or from David on 9459 0653.

HAMPTON PARK PRIMARY SCHOOL'S 90TH ANNIVERSARY
Hampton Park Primary School is celebrating its 90th Anniversary this year, and would like past students, staff and families to join in the celebrations on Wednesday 22nd February. Hampton Park Primary is in Somerville Road, Hampton Park. Contact Denise on 9799 1440 or send an email to hampton.park.ps @ edumail.vic.gov.au.

REDUCE WORRY WITH ANXIETY DISORDER LECTURE
Generalized Anxiety Disorder affects nearly 4% of Australians! Anxiety Disorders Association – a non-profit organization – is holding a lecture by Clinical Psychologist Peter Kyriakoulis. Peter will be volunteering his time to help with cognitive techniques to reduce the worry and anxiety of the disorder. The talk is at 7.30 Thursday night 23rd Feb from at Clayton Hall. Entry is $20 or $10 for ADAVIC Members. Book on 9853 8089 or visit www.adavic.org.au.

DANCE FOR JUVENILE DIABETES
Saturday Night 25th Feb, you can enjoy the Good Times Band playing music for the Old Time/Nu Vogue Charity Dance at the Clyde Public Hall with proceeds to Juvenile Diabetes. Entry is $12 including Tea & Coffee – BYO Drinks & Supper. Dance runs from 8 to midnight with door and Raffle prizes! Call Elaine on 5629 5571.

GOLF DAY
Peninsula Branch of the Victoria Police Blue Ribbon Foundation invites you to its first Corporate GOLF Day Friday 23rd March at the Peninsula Country Golf Club. Get a group together now or enter individually for your chance to win great prizes – including a Car for a “hole in one”! All proceeds go to the Frankston & Rosebud Hospitals. To enter or become a sponsor – call Darryl on 9775 5978.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
Do you have good communication skills? Do you enjoy working with people? Monash/Waverley Community Information and Support Centre at 6 Holskamp St, Mt Waverley is looking for volunteers! Successful applicants need to do an accredited training course which starts in February. For more details, call 9807 5996.

GEELONG WEST TECH 50TH REUNION
Geelong West Tech is holding its 50th reunion! Since 1962 there has been a reunion every 5 years but this one is a milestone, and they would love all ex students to join in. The 50th reunion is planned for Friday 2nd March. To find out more contact Judy on 5229 2848.

If you missed our last Community Calendar (13-20 Feb) CLICK HERE