Whroo Film Society Thu June 23–Brassed Off

Whroo Film Society’s feature film this month is Brassed Off.

Brassed Off is directed by Mark Herman and stars Pete Postlethwaite.

The film tells the story of a group of Yorskshire miners who form a male brass band to find solace from their harsh coal mining environment.

RCH News June 2 2011 – New signage – Planning – Term courses – Teleconferencing – Mens Shed

The Rushworth Community News page for June 2 is now online at http://rchnews.wordpress.com/2011/06/03/rch-news-june-2-2011/.

Alternatively you can view the RCH News page at http://docs.com/CGK6.

Whroo Film Society Thu May 26 2011–The Seven Year Itch

This month’s feature film to be shown by the Whroo Film Society is The Seven Year Itch, directed by Billy Wilder and starring Marilyn Monroe, Tom Ewell, Evelyn Keyes and Oscar Homolka.

Doors open at 6pm for the start of the movie night at 6.30pm.

If you wish to join in the Whroo Film Society’s monthly screenings, there’s a 3 month membership costing $17 or you can subscribe for a full movie season (February to November) for $45.

A meal on the night is extra $8.

RCH News May 19 2011 – Pizza party to celebrate Neighbourhood House Week – Radio station PowerCountryFM launch May 23 – New leadlight over front door

The May 19 2011 edition of RCH News is online at rchnews.wordpress.com.

There’s a report of the pizza lunch held during Neighbourhood House Week to which the local community was invited.

On May 23 Rushworth Community House in partnership with PowerCountryFM will officially launch the radio relay transmitter (transmitting on 88 FM) hosted at Rushworth Community House.

The front room of the House is being refurbished and part of that is a new leadlight created by Poppy Doyle over the front entrance.

RCH News for May 19 is also online at http://docs.com/C516.

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Invitation to official launch of PowerCountryFM radio at Rushworth Community House

I’m pleased to invite you to the official launch of the POWER COUNTRY FM relay transmitter installation at the Rushworth Community House on Monday 23^rd May 2011, at 12.15pm .

After the official launch, by the Mayor of Campaspe, Cr Neil Pankhurst, we would like you to join us in some light refreshment in our multi-purpose room.

The day will start off around 10am, with the outside broadcast van positioned at the front of the Rushworth Community House at 67 High Street, and will be broadcasting live on the airwaves – on 88FM frequency.

Please join us in the celebration of another milestone of Rushworth’s development, and we really look forward to seeing you next Monday 23^rd May.

Please support RCH to promote helping our community grow!

To assist with catering, we would appreciate a quick call or email to advise that you will be attending.

Kind regards,

Lyn Rumble

Manager

Rushworth Community House Inc

67 High Street, Rushworth, Vic 3612

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Zoom.it photos of RCH Genealogy Club research

Here are two photos taken of the research work carried out by the Genealogy Club at Rushworth Community House (the club meets each Friday afternoon. All the courses and events at RCH are on this link).

This shot shows some of the photos collected by the Genealogy Club.

Here’s a panorama of the computers, microfiche & display.

For each of the above, use the pan and zoom tools (or your mouse to drag and scroll wheel) that show on the photo.

Health services for the local area

Melbourne Medical Companion Project

Volunteer companions are now available to accompany you from Flinders Street Station and Southern Cross train and bus terminals to your health care appointments in central Melbourne.

Bookings are essential.

Phone 1300 700 399 to make a booking.

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Style Cafe by Bendigo Health

Bendigo Health Carer Support Services will begin conducting the Style Cafe support program once a month on a Tuesday beginning in June at Bendigo, Woodend, Echuca and Kerang.

The Style Cafe support service is for primay carers, family member and/or person over 65 with a diagnosis of early dementia.

Phone 1800 068 978 for more information.

The information above has been supplied by Waranga Community Health, a partner with Rushworth Community House. All Waranga Community Health services can be viewed at http://docs.com/8X89 and can be contacted on 5851 8000

Photos of research carried out by Genealogy Club

The Rushworth Community House Genealogy Club held a display of their research work at the Easter Festival on Saturday.

Browse through the following photos to view some of the results of their work.

		RCH Genealogy Club display Easter Festival 2011 VIEW SLIDE SHOW DOWNLOAD ALL

 

Click View Slide Show above to view the photo album.

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GA-01 – Neighborhood House Week  *SPECIAL*  Pizza Lunch

Please join us for our special joint celebration of Neighborhood House Week / National Volunteer Week with a fantastic Wood Fired Pizza Lunch

 

Dates:   Wed 11th May 2011 – 12 noon
Venue:   Rushworth Community Garden
Cost:      Free
Please RSVP to help with catering

SE01-  Astronomy – A Night at the Rushworth Observatory

In a galaxy far, far away…

See the beauty of our skies at night. Join in a magical night of stars & galaxies.

Dates:    To be advised
Times:    8.15pm at RCH
Cost:      $10 per person

Early bookings are essential.  First in with full
payment will secure your place in this much
sought after night. Max of 8 people.

MS-05  Beginners Welding

Learning some welding skills can be a fantastic asset to any householder – male or female.  This is always one of our most popular courses, so join in and learn all the basics. Whether its house maintenance or garden ornaments – this course will be a great asset!

Dates:   4 weeks starting Sat 7 May
Time:     2 hours per week from 1pm – 3pm
Cost:     $45.00

AC-07  Glass Bead Making

Working with glass is fascinating. Learn in this basics workshop a bit of history, how they are made and some precious hints and tips, and culminate by making one or two yourself.

Dates:   Friday 10th June 2011
Time:     9.30am – 12.30pm
Cost:     $25.00

Maximum class size is 8 people – so get your bookings in fast.

SE-04  –  Whroo Film Society

Come and view great classic movies. Meals available (at cost)  Bookings essential for catering purposes please.

Dates:   4th Thurs each month-Feb to Nov
Cost:     $17 subscription for 3 months or
            $45 for 1 year (Feb-Nov)
Times:   6.00pm  for movie start at 6.30pm
Where:   Multi Purpose Room at Rushworth Community House

SE-08 First Aid for Bubs

Come along to this very important session if you have babies or young children. The class will be run by a qualified instructor, and mannequins will be used for practise.

Dates: Wednesday 4th May 2011
Cost: $40.00
Time: 2 hours starting at 6.30pm

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An alternative (or addition) to the Tuesday evening sessions.

Dates:   Every Friday morning
Times:   10.30am – 12.45pm
Cost:     $5.50 per session

GH-01 RCH Genealogy Club

Curious about your ancestors?  Come along and join our friendly group where everyone helps each other.  Bring any information that you already have.  Internet & Microfiche viewing facilities are included in the price.

 

You don’t need to know what you’re looking for. . . .You just have to start looking!

Dates:   9 weeks starting 6th May
Times:   1pm – 4pm
Cost:     $80 initial Membership plus $15 per term thereafter.