This class is for people of all abilities who enjoy expressing themselves creatively.  Activities include card making, simple mosaics, pot painting, plus more. Enjoy making things for yourself or others in a relaxed social environment. All materials provided.

Tutor  Ann Hood

Mondays  1pm-2.30pm

Cost:  Term 1 - $60 / Term 2 - $70

This course will teach you how to make a basic stencil design to apply an image to a screen and correct screen-printing techniques.  You will leave with your own unique design and hand-printed onto products of your choice.  Students are required to bring along up to four items from home (e.g. old pillowcases, scraps of fabric, tote bag, t-shirts). 

Laura has a background in Screen-Printing for Fine Art and Textiles.  She studied Screen-Printing and Design at the Queensland College of Art, and has also worked for textile design studio: Thea and Sami.  She now runs her own textile label called M3SH, as well as running workshops through her business called "Learn 2 Screen-Print".

Tutor: Laura Day

Saturday 17th March 1pm-5pm

Cost: $60/$40(conc)

Explore the creative arts and use your imagination to discover and experiment with new ways of making art in a fun and relaxed space. We offer two classes:

Tutor: Veronica Passmore

We offer two classes: Wednesday 3.45pm - 4.45pm (for 6-8 year olds)

and Wednesday 5.00 - 6.00pm (for 9-12 year olds) 

Cost: Term 1 - $72/$48(conc) / Term 2 - $90/$60 (conc)

Bookings Essential on 9376 6366  

An exciting introduction to the potential of writing for yourself and others. Explore a different aspect of writing on the first Wednesday of each month including character, story and dialogue. Work on your own pieces of writing in a structured and supportive environment. Tutor: Emilie Collyer (Dip. Prof. Editing & Writing)

Tutor  Emilie Collyer

Wednesday morning (1st of month) - 8 February, 7 March, 4 April, 2 May, 6 June, 4 July 

Time   10am - 12 noon

Cost    $15 / $10 (concession) per class

Bookings essential on 9376 6366 

These intensive workshops are co-facilitated by Emilie Collyer (Kensington Neighbourhood House resident creative writing teacher) along with a specialist guest writer in each category.  Writers will be announced closer to each date.

Short Stories - Saturday 24th March - 10am-1pm (bookings close 12 March) - What makes a great short story? This intensive workshop will give you the tools to imagine, write and polish a piece of short fiction.  Get insights and advice from an experienced short story writer.

Novel Writing - Saturday 28th April - 10am-1pm (bookings close 16 April) - Do you have an unfinished manuscript in the bottom drawer?  Whether you are at first idea, final draft, or somewhere in between, this workshop will equip you with tips and skills to get that novel finished.  Get advice from an experienced novelist.

Crime Writing - Saturday 16th June - 10am-1pm (bookings close 4 June) - The dark side of life fascinates readers and writers alike.  What makes a compelling crime story? How well do you have to know the rules of this genre - and when can you start breaking them? Get great tips from an experienced crime writer.

Cost  $35 / $25 (concession) per class

Group Meditation Class 

Starts 15 February for 7 weeks

You will learn how meditation can be a simple and powerful tool that can make tangible positive differences in your life.  In each class you will be guided in meditation to assist you in finding better health and wellbeing on your path to peacefulness. 

Instructor: Jacqui van Heerden

Wednesdays 7pm-8pm 

Cost: $70 / $50 (conc) for seven sessions

Please wear comfortable clothing as we will be taking our shoes off

This 14-week course will provide practical information and hands-on experience on how to design a food garden in the inner city using permaculture principles.  It will show you how easy it is to grow your own food organically and produce a yield.  Through the course participants will be able to design their own food gardens to implement at home.

Presenter: Jacqui van Heerden (Jacqui is a Permaculture Designer with a PDC from Ceres and is currently running a Permaculture kitchen garden program in the Juvenile Justice Centre in Parkville

Saturdays - 17 March-23 June 10am-11.30am

Cost: $180 / $100 (conc)

Bring your sewing machine and learn how to use it by sewing a simple project over the term. Some machines are available for those that don't have one. Suitable for children aged 10 and up.

Tutor  Alison Dew

Monday 3.45pm - 5pm

Cost: Term 1 - $70/$49(conc) / Term 2 - $100/$70 (conc)

Bookings Essential on 9376 6366

Sessions offer a variety of cardio work (with some boxing to get rid of that extra tension!), strength and conditioning work using hand weights and swiss balls to get you toned and terrific. Each session is different but you are guaranteed a great, fun workout! Sessions are held either at the Neighbourhood House or JJ Holland Park depending on the weather.

Bookings and enquiries can be made by telephoning Samantha on 0406 066 106.

Facilitator Samantha Flanagan

Wednesday 6.30pm - 7.30pm and

Saturday 8am - 9am 

Cost $12 / $10 concession per session 

Learn pattern making, dress making and how to re-fashion garments.  This is for beginners and for those who have not sewn for a very long time and would like to re-learn the basic skills of machine sewing.

Tutor: Alison Dew

Thursday 7-9pm

Cost: Term 1 - $136/$96 (conc) / Term 2 - $185/$130 (conc)

Many of us find ourselves throwing away uneaten food.  This workshop looks at portion sizes, ways of storing food and how to make the most of your fridge, freezer and pantry.  If like many people you are confused by "best before", use by, display until and "sell by" dates, then the workshops will help explain the difference.

Presenter: Cate Lawrence, Green Renters

Saturday 12 May 3pm-4.30pm

Cost: $5

Ever wanted to make your own preserves but not sure how? Do you have a glut of zucchinis or beetroot in the garden and would like to make something with them? This hands-on workshop will show you the basics of preserving, including preparation, jar sterilisation, setting points and bottling of chutneys and jams.

Presenter: Elizabeth Hoey, food writer

Saturday 31 March 3pm-4.30pm

Cost: $5

Join this exciting group and make beautiful mosaic designs on items of your choice. A contemplative or chatty class depending on your disposition. You will need to purchase your own materials but Ann is a great guide for imaginative and inexpensive ways for you to achieve your final product.

Tutor Ann Hood

Monday or Tuesday   7pm - 9pm

Cost  Term 1 - Monday - $90/$63(conc) / Tuesday - $104/$72(conc)

         Term 2 - Monday - $130/$90(conc) / Tuesday - $143/$99(conc)

Learn a range of creative art techniques suited to your personal preferences.  A chance to explore and discover your artistic talents in a relaxed and informal setting.  Veronica has a fine arts background and many years of experience.

Tutor: Veronica Passmore

Wednesday 1pm - 3 pm

Cost: Term 1 - $136/$96 (conc) / Term 2 - $170/$120 (conc)

Transform an old skirt into an updated piece of contemporary fashion.  BYO pre-loved skirt.  Sewing machines and tools provided.  Basic sewing skills required.

Tutor: Alison Dew

Saturday 19th May 1pm-4pm

Cost: $30 / $15 (conc)

End your day with a fun, energetic workout that improves coordination, cardio-vascular fitness and strength.  Have fun and challenge yourself in a supportive and non-competitive environment.  A great way to keep fit and active.

Tutor: Samantha Flanagan

Thursdays 3.45pm-4.30pm

Cost: Term 1 - $42/$28 (conc) / Term 2 - $60/$40 (conc)

The Kensington Neighbourhood House runs one day of school holiday activities each term break.  A full program of activities will be available two weeks prior to the date.  Email us to join our electronic mailing list on This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , otherwise keep an eye out in your child's school newsletter.

Wednesday 4 April and Thursday 4 July

Come and join this new walking group and explore Kensington and its surrounds.  Great exercise.  Suitable for all ages and abilities.  Prams and dogs on leads welcome.

Fridays 9.30 am - 10.30am

No Cost