Dear Alliance Members
7th April 2010
The Alliance Network March meeting minutes are available to download on the front page of the website.
Please find attached the 2010 Membership form for the Deception Bay Child and Family Alliance. Supporting the Alliance by committing to be a member, individual and/or organisation, adds Strength to our credibility and proves that the sector values our role as facilitator of information sharing, issue raising and collaborative action. Payment of annual membership will also add to our budget to promote the sustainability of the network and its functions. We do not want financial membership to exclude any members so to discuss fees or for further information contact Alison at alison@dbayfamilies.org
Please check the calendars in right side panel. To advertise your meeting or activity email details to info@dbayfamilies.org
The Service Directory needs to be maintained in order to be relevant. To have your service listed or to share information including any new contact details or to sign up for the newsletter please email info@dbayfamilies.org
Up and Coming Programs and Events:
COMMUNITY EVENTS
Open Day
Deception Bay Neighbourhood Centre
Wednesday 7th April10amCome and celebrate Community Centre Month with us. We'll have lots of entertainment, children's activities and food galore! Come along to find out more about the Neighbourhood Centre, how we might be able to help you or how you could get involved in activities, volunteering, courses and so on. To find out more phone Lisa or Marlene on 3204 2022.
Getting Involved In Your Community NOW!
Your Bay Your Say
Thursday 15th April Deception Bay Neighbourhood Centre 6.00pmBring your ideas to this community forum. Do you want to see more employment options for local people? Are you interested in local history? What is it that you love about living in the Bay? Do you want to see more youth activities happening? Bring along your friends and neighbours. For more information call Lisa 0437 225 612.
Candle Lighting Ceremony
Sausage Sizzle
Wednesday 5th MaySkye Blue ParkDeception Bay3.30pm Every year on the first Wednesday in May, people from around Australia remember those adults and children who have lost their lives as a result of domestic and family violence. The purpose of the candle lighting ceremony is not only to remember but also is an opportunity for the community to say "no" to domestic and family violence.
Under Fives Day May 2010
The Alliance and Playgroup Queensland are currently planning the first Under Fives Day for 2010. If you are interested in having a stall, or being on the planning committee, please phone Alison Wheeler, 0437 227698.
Meet and Greet
Deception Bay Shopping Centre
15th April, 25th May, 18th June.Once a month workers from the Deception Bay Neighbourhood Centre, Child and family Alliance, the Library and BoysTown will be at the shopping centre to meet people to find out more about what is going on in Deception Bay. Please drop by and say hello!
Wednesday Win
Deception Bay Neighbourhood Centre
31st March, 28th April, 26th May, 30th June (last Wednesday in the month)10amBring along an item to put on the table to be won. For example a can of baked beans from the cupboard, some lemons from the backyard tree or a hand knitted coat hanger. Everyone attending will take home something. There will be new people to meet, a scrumptious morning tea and lots of fun to be had.
Tea on the Terrace
Deception Bay Neighbourhood Centre
3rd Wednesday of the Month10am - 12noonJoin the staff and meet new people for a free morning tea to learn about new programs and services and to suggest ideas to staff.
Bus shopping run
Deception Bay Neighbourhood Centre
This service is available to parents with very young children and people who are not located on or close to bus routes. Please phone 3204 2022 for more information.
Pasifika Spectacular 2010
Deception Bay Reserve
Monday 3rd MayCnr Bailey Rd and Bayview Tce Deception Bay
Enjoy the talents from across the Pacific. For More information phone Caroline 0447 166 990.
Pacific Sports Day
Deception Bay Sports Oval
Monday 3rd May9.00amIf you would like to enter a team in Volley Ball, Netball or touch phone Anne-Marie on 0422 347 325.
Pacific Idol
For more information phone Sari 0420 645 583
FAMILIES
Deception Bay Neighbourhood Centre
Separation: what Now? What Next?
Friday 16th April - 21st May10am - 12noonFor more information or to register phone 3204 2022.
Noah's Ark
My Time Strathpine
1st and 3rd Thursdays Alf Shaw Community CentreSTRATHPINE9.30amAn informal group for parents and carers of a child with a disability where parents can meet and children can play. To register to attend a My Time group call 3391 2166 or email a.cutler@noahsark.net.au
PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT
Pan Pacific Oceania Inc (North Branch)
Skilling Queenslanders For Work
Get started on a path to training and employment. For more information call 293 4700 or visit our office at 16 Park rd Deception Bay.
Back To Work Course
Moreton Bay Community Learning Centre
Monday 12th April - Thursday 24th June Deception Bay Neighbourhood CentreMondays and Thursdays evenings6pm-9pmFor more information or to register phone 5495 1711
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Pasifika Parenting
Starts 20th April 2010 for 6 weeks.Based on Toolbox Parenting with Pacific Islander facilitators. To register contact Imeleta Mb: 0423 711 752.
Celbrate Don't Medicate
Dr Bob Jacobs
Tuesday 20th April 2010Deception Bay Neighbourhood Centre 1.00pm - 2.00pm
To register contact Alison Wheeler Mb: 0437 227 698 and download the flyer for more information.
Caboolture Regional Domestic Violence Service and Morteon Bay Regional Council
Understanding Domestic and Family Violence
5th May 2010Kallangur Community Centre1480 Anzac AveKallangur QLD9.00am - 4.30pm
A candle lighting event will follow to remember those who have died and their loved ones, due to family and domestic violence. To register for this free event email Jacqueline Pederson or call 3283 0285.
MEMBERS
To have your services and events advertised or to share information including any new contact details for the service directory or to sign up for the newsletter please email info@dbayfamilies.org
The Deception Bay Child and Family Alliance is supported by the Australian Government