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.

LOCH WINTER MARKET
The Loch Winter Market is on at the Loch Public Hall, Smith Street, Loch on Sunday September 12th between 9:00am and 1:00pm.  Local produce on sale including plants, honey, jams, paintings, jewellery, hand-made cards, clothing, crafts, bric-a-brac, fruit and veg, apple juice and more.  Morning teas available and all funds raised to go towards the up keep of the Loch Public Hall. Enquiries: Jennie Kennedy 5659 4305.

PORT NEPEAN NATIONAL PARK
Sorrento Museum at the Mechanics Institute on Melbourne Road will host the Nepean Historical Society’s talk on the Point Nepean National Park with topics covering the many attractions and planned future works on Friday September 3rd at 8:00pm.  If you’d like to go, phone your booking at the museum on 5984 0255.
 
CHOIR OF HOPE & INSPIRATION
The Choir of Hope and Inspiration (formerly Choir of Hard Knocks) celebrates it’s 4th birthday with a concert on Wednesday September 8th at 7:30pm at BMW Edge, Federation Square.  Songs include the Choir’s new recording of Eurogliders hit “Heaven” with special guest Grace Knight and old favourites including Hallelujah.  Enquiries and bookings: Michelle 0431 145 060.
 
CARDINIA PERFORMING ARTS COMPANY
Not-for-profit theatre, the Cardinia Performing Arts Company will present the award winning “Music Man” at the Cultural Centre on Lakeside Boulevard from August 27th to September 3rd.  Tickets are $30, concession $27.  Bookings: 0407 090 354.
 
DUTCH BILLIARD CLUB
The not-for-profit Dutch Billiard Club is wanting new members to go along to their local competitions held on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.  You don’t need to be Dutch – just have a love for the game!  Venue is The Clubhouse in Keysborough and any proceeds raised go to Dutch aged care.  If you’re 50+ call Con: 9783 4843.  
 
DAME NELLIE MELBA PRESENTATION
Dame Nellie Melba, Queen of Song, in a dramatic musical presentation to be held at the Arden Crescent Uniting Church in Rosanna on Sunday September 12th at 2:00pm.  Soprano Louise Page with pianist Philippa Candy will portray the life and music of the legendary Dame Nellie – an afternoon not to miss!  Bookings: 9457 2595.
 
PENINSULA COUNTRY MUSIC
The Peninsula Country Music Club invite you t a fun afternoon at the Rye Civic Hall on Sunday September 12th at 1:00pm.  Entry is $6.00.  Drop by for a complimentary tea or coffee and meet a great bunch of people.  Enquiries: Ross 0408 854 056.
 
DINNER DANCE
The Italian Cultural Group is holding a dinner dance on Saturday 18th September at Bellevue Receptions, 11 Bell Street, East Coburg.  It features the “Trio Mandarano” 3-piece band and the participation of the vocal performers of the G.C.I.  This charity based event is family oriented entertainment suitable for people of all ages and background.  Admission is $38.00 per person and includes a 4-course meal, drinks and aperitif and starts at 6:30pm.  Bookings: Tony 0412 556 515.
 
MAROONDAH SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
Spend a relaxed afternoon with the Maroondah Symphony Orchestra at Luther College, Plymouth Road, Croydon on Sunday September 12th at 2:30pm.  The performance includes brilliant young violinist James Dong and Mozart’s Concerto No. 4.  Tickets at the door $20, concession $15.  Enquiries: Kendra 9725 2597.
 
MONBULK ROTARTY WALK
Step into spring with the Monbulk Rotary Walk on Sunday September 12th at Baynes Park Reserve.  Register at 8:00am for a 9:00am start.  Cost is $20 including a hearty breakfast on finish.  It’s an 8gm walk in beautiful surrounds with a 4 km optional!  Enquiries: Norma 9756 6098.
 
AFTERNOON TEA DANCE
Portarlington is the place for the popular Afternoon Tea Dance at Parks Hall on Sunday September 12th between 1:00pm and 4:00pm.  $5 entry with old time and nu vogue and a light afternoon tea – all in a relaxed atmosphere.  Enquiries: Lorraine 5259 3968.

 SINATRA SOCIAL EVENING
The Sinatra social evening will be held on Tuesday August 31st at 7:45pm at Box Hill RSL.  See “Portrait of an Album – L.A. is my Lady” with Frank Sinatra and Quincy Jones behind the scenes in their recording session.  Bookings: 9898 5992.
 
WHITEHORSE HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Whitehorse Historical Society will hold its Heritage Open Day at the museum complex, Deep Creek Road, Mitcham on Sunday September 12th from noon to 5:00pm.  All day attractions include “Art in Bark”, blacksmith, wood-turners and old fashioned picnic races plus refreshments!  Enquiries: Barbara 9874 6592.
 
AGATHA CHRISTIE PLAY
Agatha Christie’s “A Murder is Announced” can be seen at Eltham’s Performing Arts Centre in Research from Thursday September 2nd to Saturday September 18th.  Again, the Inspector with the help of Miss Marple are on the case!  Tickets $20, concession $16.  Bookings: 9437 1574.
 
2010 PIGGY BANK APPEAL
The Very Special Kids, 2010 Piggy Bank Appeal is on again September 3rd to 26th.  The hope is to raise $1 million so families of children with life threatening illness can get the very important support they need.  Find out more and go to www.vsk.org.au or free call 1800 888 875.
 
FATHERS DAY AFTERNOON OF JAZZ
Mornington RSL will celebrate Fathers Day with an afternoon of Jazz on Sunday September 5th from 12:30pm.  A group of Rocking Papa’s, all well known in the Melbourne Jazz scene will keep it on the move until 3:30pm.  Entry $12.  Bookings: 5975 2106.
 
HELP FIGHT CANCER
It’s the Fight Cancer Foundation’s spectacular Red Ball on Saturday September 3rd at Palladium at Crown.  Fabulous food, superb wines and fantastic entertainment with a masquerade theme.
You’re invited to attend this most prestigious event with tickets at $250 and bookings on 9342 7888.
 
HEIDELBERG VIEW CLUB
Heidelberg View Club, for ladies meets again at The Centre in Ivanhoe on Wednesday September 8th @11:15am.  There will be the usual lunch, an opportunity to meet new friends and special guest speaker highlighting the Edendale Farm Environmental Education Centre and all to support the charity The Smith Family.  Book to go along with Lorraine on 9499 3664.
 
MARIBYRNONG ORCHID SOCIETY
Maribyrnong Orchid Society holds its spring show (featuring Cymbidiums) at the local community centre in Randell Street, just near tram stop 45 on Saturday 4th and Sunday 5th September between 9:00am and 4:00pm.  Refreshments available with experts and demonstrations.  Entry $3.  Enquiries: Peter 5429 6538.
 
DROMANA ROTARY
Dromana Rotary will run a major fundraising craft expo featuring all your hobby needs plus demonstrations through the weekend with hot soup and scones on the go!  Entry is $5 and the venue is the Mornington Community Theatre on Saturday 4th and Sunday 5th September.
 
EXHIBITION
Tapestry of Talent – an exhibition by the Calvary Community and friends can be seen in Greensborough at the corner of Oldstead and Diamond Creek roads on Saturday 4th September between 10:00am and 5:00pm.  Fine art, with paintings, photography, and quilting, also collections of stamps, postcards plus travel and Tai Chi can be seen on DVD.  Entry is a gold coin donation.  Enquiries: 9435 2033.

CONCERT
“The Australian Youth Band in Concert” invite you to their Sunday afternoon show at 2:00pm to be held at the Methodist Ladies College at 207 Barkers Road Kew on September 5th.  The band is must back from a successful tour of North America with the fabulous works of Verdi, Mozart and more!  Tickets $25, concession $15.  Enquiries and bookings: Peg 0418 136 876.

 OPERATION HARMONY
The annual Frankston Police “Operation Harmony” concert is coming up on Sunday September 5th from 2:00pm at the Frankston Arts Centre.  Join our very own Jan Holmes as she hosts a great afternoon of music from the hugely talented Victoria Police Showband and Pipe Band.  Tickets are just $15 and ALL proceeds to Frankston and Peninsula charities.  Book now on 9784 1060.

 HEALESVILLE RACECOURSE MARKET
The Healesville Racecourse Market is on every 3rd Sunday of the month between 9:00am and 2:00pm.  Set among the beautiful tall trees you’ll find plenty of space to set up with a great range of stalls and espresso coffee!  Part proceeds go back to local projects and community groups.  Enquiries: Roseanne 0416 083 134.
 
    “ARE WE THERE YET?”
The Whitehorse Centre in Nunawading present “Are we there yet?” as a group of teens head off on their summer holidays around the world, including visits to Europe and even Broadway!  Produced and written by the biggest cast ever of local scouts and guides from Maroondah and Whitehorse districts.  Season from Friday August 27th to September 4th at 8:00pm.  Tickets from $10.  Bookings: 0434 492 220.

   THE SENIORS REGISTER
Cranbourne Police run the free service “The Seniors Register” for those isolated in the Casey area.  This is all done with the help of volunteers (also seniors).  If you would like to become involved and become a good communicator and listener once a week for 2 hours, phone Coral on 5991 0625 weekdays from 11:00am until 2:00pm.  All training, including first aid can be provided – that’s 5991 0625.

HEART FOUNDATION
This month the Heart Foundation invites you to become familiar with the signs of an attack and to learn what to do in this situation.  You’d be surprised – symptoms vary and may not always be severe.  Learn more from the website www.heartattackfacts.org.au

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