Elwood St Kilda Neighbourhood Learning Centre |

Posted by Simone on 4 Feb 2012

The House

History The house was built in the 1860s and was named Kingsley. It has been an elegant homestead that has had several loving families sharing its space over the years. In the 1950’s the house was home to the Mayor of St Kilda. Around the early 1980’s the house was handed to the community to become a resource for everyone and has now been the centre of community work for Elwood and St....

Posted by ESNLC admin on 18 May 2015

About Poets Garden

Poets Garden is a community garden established in the parkland behind Elwood St Kilda Neighbourhood Learning Centre. The garden’s name reflects the neighbouring streets that have been named after various famous poets. Independent of ESNLC, the garden is managed by the membership group which is a not–for-profit incorporated organisation. The vision is to create an organic community garden in Elwood...

Posted by Simone on 21 Apr 2015

Courtyard Makeover

The courtyard renovation has been a project undertaken by the students from Berendale School as part of their Vocational Education Training (VET) in horticulture. Berendale School is a school that offers alternative education for students with a mild to moderate intellectual disability. This partnership to improve the courtyard has given the students the opportunity to experience working in a real life...

Posted by Simone on 4 Jan 2012

Room Hire

We have 5 rooms available for hire – 3 classrooms, a computer room and a beautiful function room. You can hire any space for your activity, to celebrate a birthday or to hold a workshop or meeting. Hirers have access to a kitchen equipped with a fridge, large oven and hot water on tap and to a kitchenette near the function room. There is an internal toilet for the use of people in...

Posted by Simone on 7 May 2013

English Language Classes

One of our main programs is education for adults, migrants and disengaged learners. Our education program concentrates on English and Computer courses. ESNLC has been working in the area for over 30 years and has experienced staff who teach in an informal environment, where you can share experiences with other students who are on similar pathways to you. Once you make the decision to study English,...

Posted by Simone on 13 Aug 2018

Small Business Development Series

Create a Website for your Small Business (Intro) No experience necessary. An introduction to creating your own website for your small business. Using WordPress, introduction to HTML (language for creating web pages) and SEO (Search Engine Optimisation) and an introduction to selling online. Mondays 7-9pm for 4 weeks starting 27th August. Cost: $25 for the 4 week course. Click here for more...

Posted by Simone on 31 Jul 2018

Tuning In to Kids Program- Tuesday 7 Aug

Tuning In to Kids program Tuning in to Kids (TITK) TM is a 6 week evidenced based parenting program that aims to give parents helpful ways of teaching their children the skills of emotional intelligence. The program teaches parents awareness and regulation of their own emotions, their children’s emotions, skills in assisting problem solving and how to guide children’s behavior with appropriate...

Posted by Simone on 25 Jun 2018

Positive Thinking Short Course

As part of our Community Workshop Series: Positive Thinking gives insights into the 4 types of thoughts, how to change unwanted habits of thinking, and how to create more positive attitudes. This course is held every Monday for 4 weeks from 7 to 8pm Commencing Monday 30 July 2018 Elwood St Kilda Neighbourhood Learning Centre 87 Tennyson Street, Elwood Bookings required: 9531 1954 or...

Posted by Simone on 13 Jun 2018

Walking Group – every Friday morning

This walking group has been going for years and departs in rain, hail or shine! Get your walking shoes on and bring some coins for a coffee on the beach half way. Please wear appropriate clothing and shoe wear and weather protection (sunscreen too!) *Come join us and stay fit whilst meeting new people. It’s a great way to make friends. Weekly: Friday at 9.30am sharp meeting out the front of ESNLC...

Posted by Melanie Norton on 21 May 2018

Entrepreneurial Skills Workshop – AirBnB- SOLD OUT

Click to Download Flyer Please note that this course is SOLD OUT. Entrepreneurial skills workshop AirBnB So many of us have most of our money tied up in our mortgage or rent. Make AirBnB work for you. þ Bring in some extra money in your own hours þ Learn how to start an AirBnB þ How to organise networks to help when you are away þ How to troubleshoot problems þ Find your AirBnB niche You...

Posted by Simone on 28 Jun 2017

Elwood Community Choir- Come sing!

Elwood Community Choir – singing! Come and have some fun singing in your own local choir! No auditions, all welcome. World music, music by Australian artists, pop, and more. Community gigs. Led by experienced choir leader Jeannie Marsh. Starting Wednesday 18th July until 19th September Day & time: Wednesday evening 7.30 pm to 9 pm Duration: 10 weeks Cost: $100 if paid in full by end of first...

Posted by Simone on 4 Apr 2017

Life Drawing

This great casual untutored Life Drawing comes to Elwood after a 25 year stint at the Linden Art Gallery. Anselm has built up a beautiful group of budding artists with all different skills and experience. Bring your own paper and drawing materials. Day & time: Thursday – 7.30pm to 9.30pm. Cost: $20 per session.

Posted by Simone on 19 Jan 2017

Good at Art

Afterschool Art discovering different mediums and techniques including painting, drawing, sculpture, printmaking and collage. Starting in Term 2 Day & time: Tuesday or Thursday – 4 pm to 5:30 pm Cost: $300 Register...

Posted by ESNLC admin on 4 Jan 2016

Reception and Administration Training Course- FREE!

Please note that this course is currently full in Elwood but Port Melbourne Neighbourhood Centre still has spots available. You can contact Karen McKnight on training@pmnc.org.au This course is designed to provide the on the job skills and experience required to undertake a range of tasks and procedures required to work as a receptionist/office administrator. A commitment of 8 hours per week will be...

Posted by Simone on 15 Jan 2015

Moving on UP! Pathways to career & personal success

Are you ready for a positive change? Moving on Up is a hands-on creative and holistic approach to job search, teaching writing techniques, digital media skills and motivation ideas. This free program will build your employability skills and capacity to work or volunteer. It will nurture your wellbeing, confidence and resilience. We will support you to set goals and take charge of your...

Posted by ESNLC admin on 5 Oct 2014

Baby and Child First Aid

Learn the essential skills to help your baby or child in an emergency. It is specifically designed for parents, grandparents and babysitters and will be conducted by experienced ambulance paramedics and paediatric nurses with years of experience caring for sick and injured children. Half day courses run regularly during the year. In 2018 classes will be held on the following dates: Sunday 1st...

Posted by Simone on 28 Apr 2014

Feldenkrais – “Bones for Life”®

Body alignment and Strengthening of Bone with increased Bone Density is achieved through the “Bones For Life”® Program. The program consists of a series of simple dynamic lessons to improve bone health with gentle weight bearing movements to stimulate bone strength and to ease joint pain with simple exercises. You will gain flexibility, improve your posture,and experience greater vitality and...

Posted by Simone on 7 Aug 2013

French

Our French teacher is a native speaker with experience teaching adults. No textbook is required, we provide you with all the materials and teaching support. New classes starting Term 1: Monday, Tuesday and Thursday evenings available. Duration: 8 weeks, 1hr 30 min per class Cost: $200 For more information call Amanda Burton on 0405 086 480. For enrolments and registration visit Frenchly...

Posted by Simone on 13 Aug 2018

Skills workshop – AirBnB

Entrepreneurial skills workshop – AirBnB So many of us have most of our money tied up in our mortgage or rent. Make AirBnB work for you. Bring in some extra money in your own hours Learn how to start an AirBnB How to organise networks to help when you are away How to troubleshoot problems Find your AirBnB niche You don’t even need to own a property! Use your whole house/flat or just a room. We...

Posted by Simone on 13 Aug 2018

Computer Skills – Small Business

Computer Skills for your Small Business Marketing your Business Money Management Create a logo Design the letterhead Create a business card Create a brochure Create a newsletter Create a basic money management worksheet Calculating cashflow with your spreadsheet Create an inventory Create a cash flow statement Online Marketing Managing Business Files Use powerpoint to make...

Posted by Simone on 13 Aug 2018

Website for your Small Business

Create a Website for your Small Business (Intro) Week 1 Week 3 Creating a website plan Common mistakes of small websites Introduction to WordPress Setting up a free WordPress account Linking pages together Adding media content Creating a contact page Week 2 Week 4 Creating and publishing pages Introduction to HTML Learning to write basic HTML Introduction to SEO SEO...