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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 4 Jan 2012

Roomers Magazine

Almost all contributors to ROOMERS are local residents or ex-residents of rooming houses, private hotels or supported residential services in St. Kilda, South and Port Melbourne. “ROOMERS” aims to give residents: an outlet to publish their creative work; the opportunity and incentive to improve literacy, creative and communication skills; access to a skilled mentor; access to current agency information...

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 5 Jan 2012

Internet Café – Mon- Thur 9.30-4.30 and Fri 9.30-1.30

The Internet Café @ ESNLC offers fast and stable internet at affordable rates. Open from 9:30am to 4:30pm Monday to Thursday and 9:30am to 1:30pm on Friday, the café has 4 computers available all of which are connected to printing services. A wireless connection (WiFi) is easily accessible if you prefer to use your own device such as an iPad, Tablet, Laptop or Smart Phone. Light refreshments such as tea...

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...

Posted by Simone on 17 Jun 2019

Chaos to Calm Lecture Series

July -August 2019 Want to reduce stress and improve your life? When we become stressed and overwhelmed, even trivial tasks can feel difficult. Sleep suffers. Health takes a hit. Relationships fall by the wayside. Personal finance can get out of control. But it doesn’t have to be this way. Come to one or all of these 1 hour seminars where you will gain practical tools to manage stress at Elwood...

Posted by Simone on 15 Apr 2019

Join our Team!

We are looking for new committee members to join our wonderful organisation If you believe in the value of the Community Education and Development provided by Elwood St Kilda Neighbourhood Learning Centre [ESNLC] and would like to be part of the Committee of Management then we have a place for you at our Committee table. ESNLC is looking for energetic, passionate people to: Influence policy...

Posted by Simone on 15 Apr 2019

Art for Wellness

These Arts for Wellness workshops will invite you to expand and maintain your wellness through Creative Arts Processes/ There will be refreshing opportunities for reflection, imagination, art material experimentation, and meeting like minded others. Sessions can also include creative resources, wellness references, and take away strategies to use in daily life. This series is facilitated by Sue...

Posted by Simone on 17 Sep 2018

Warrior Kids!

Creating Inspiring Warriors aged 8 – 12. The Warrior Kids program engages and encourages school children to practice gratitude, empathy and develop resilience in a safe & supportive environment. Resilience is a key theme woven throughout this session, empowering children to build their self-esteem and capacity to ‘self-regulate’ over the course of the program. Email:...

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 24th April until the 26th June 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 15 Apr 2019

English Classes for Russian Students

Это курс, чтобы помочь русским выучить или практиковать свой английский. Все уровни приветствуются! This is a course to help Russians learn or practice their English. All levels are welcome! Starting Tuesday 23rd April. Day & time: Tuesday – 1pm to 3.30pm Duration: 10 weeks Cost: $25 for the...