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Remember to bring your own water and wear shoes suitable for walking. Jane from Befriend, will lead us on a social walk through the local area. Please be prompt - the walk starts from Canning Vale Medical Centre at 8.30am. Suitable for varying levels of fitness.
If the group decides it is too wet and windy on the morning, we will move to the Coffee shop on the corner and have a good chat instead!

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Enjoy a healthy stroll along the coast at Cottesloe and soak up the magnificent ocean views. Group meets at 9am on the bike track next to the intersection of Marine Pde and Sydney St (see photo) South Cott. Brisk walk up to Cott main beach and back (4km), approx 60 mins return. Walkers welcome to go at their own pace. Dog friendly and a cuppa afterwards.

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Calling all ukulele players and lovers - whether you are an experienced player or always wanted to give it a try - head down to the John Wellard Community Centre in Wellard, and meet Paul and other uke lovers for "The Singing Ukes"!

Paul will have ukuleles for those who need one or you can bring your own.
This group meets every Thursday morning at 9.30 - 11.30am.

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Do you love crochet and knitting? Do you love meeting new people and having a chat?
Then come and join Befriend at Armadale Library, located inside Armadale Central Shopping Centre fortnightly on Thursdays commencing August 30th. 9.30 - 11.30 am
Bring your own materials and join the table. Hot drinks are available for $2 from the machine.
We will be in the Reading lounge at the rear of the library - look for the yellow Befriend flag on the table and come and join in.
Thanks to City of Armadale for use of this space.

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Come down to Melville Super Bowl and join your fellow bowlers for a morning of ten pin action. Knock down some pins and enjoy some great company as bowlers of all skill levels attempt to become the champion of the week. One game is the allotted time but you can play an extra game as for some one game is not enough! See you at Melville Super Bowl on Thursday mornings at 11 and enjoy the enthusiasm of your fellow bowlers.

Price- 1 Game $8.50 (Any additional game will be $8.50). This includes shoe hire. Please bring your own socks.

Where- 248 Stock Road, Melville, 6156
Free Parking in front of the Melville Superbowl.
501 Bus from Fremantle or Bull Creek stations (get off at Marmion St/Stock Rd corner).

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Join Anoosh, one of the nurses at the centre, for a cuppa and health chat. The topic for June is diabetes, so come and ask all those questions you have about diabetes.

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Venue: Kerry Street Pear Tree Cafe, 1 Kerry Street, Hamilton Hill

Come along and bring your craft project and enjoy a cuppa and chat while you create!

Have you lost your craft mojo? Come along and get inspired! Caroline is able to knitting, crochet and other craft skills. She would love other people to come along and share their favourite craft!

The Pear Tree is a lovely cafe with good coffee, delish food and really lovely staff. We would love to see you there!

Cost $5-$15 for food and drinks

Caroline will be at a table inside, look for the yellow crocheted flowers on the table.

Please note this event page is not being monitored by the host. Visit the Befriend website for the latest event infomation and to contact the host and other guests. www.befriend.org.au

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Now that summer is on its way out, and the hot weather is going, it's a great time to get out in the beautiful outdoors for some fresh air and exercise for a healthy mind and healthy body. Tomato Lake is an easy walk on concreted pathways the whole way around. People of all abilities very welcome. Walk at your own pace, and make new friends or renew acquaintances.

Meet at 4pm in the Oats Street Car park near the children's playground. Walk will commence at 4:15pm I will be there with the Yellow Befriend flag. My mobile number is 0434 944 548 in case you can't find me.

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Come down to the Old Shanghai on Thursday evenings for a variety of meals on offer and a good chat whilst enjoying dinner. There is a whole range of Asian food on offer, from Thai, Japanese, Chinese, Korean, Indian, and Malaysian, as well as an American food stall. There's even a dessert stall for those with a sweet tooth.

We'll be there every week to eat, talk, eat, catch up on the week that's been, eat, and generally gossip about anything that comes to mind, while eating.

Food ranges from $10 - $20 with most meals around $15 and is generally a type of street food. If it's warm we can sit outside and enjoy the Fremantle evening and if it's cold, there are heaters inside to keep us warm.

So if you feel like a good meal, a good chat, and the chance to try a different meal every Thursday, come down to Old Shanghai in Fremantle.

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Join Nancy for a fun night of quizzing and friendly rivalry.

Arrive at 6:30pm order your meal and settle in for the quiz which starts at 7:00pm and finishes about 9ish.

$16 includes dinner, quiz, lovely views and a few laughs. When you RSVP below, you are not charged. The $16 is payable at the bar when you order your meal on the night.

Look for Nancy with a Befriend flag at a table inside the downstairs bar and we look forward to seeing you there!

RSVPs will close at 6:30pm on the Tuesday 2 days before the event, so please RSVP early and we will save you a seat!

Want to host your own Befriend event? Visit http://befriend.org.au/start-here/social-network-volunteering/

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Befriend are going to the Armadale Bingo - join your host Maggi and co-host Jane for a night of number fun!
- Every Thursday (except Public Holidays) evening at Armadale Football Club, Gwynne Park, Seventh Road Armadale.
- Doors open from 5.30 Eyes down 7.30pm finishing about 10pm
- Costs are $1 parking, $3.00 per book and Flyers are $1.50 per sheet.
- Limited Snacks available for sale
- Sadly, no public transport is available to the Venue at those times.
- This is an alcohol free event - no Alcohol can be served or consumed on the premises whilst Bingo is in session
- Please RSVP so a table can be reserved - look for the yellow table top flag on the night.
- All proceeds go to Lions community projects.
- Phone or send an SMS to Maggi on 0433 472 428 with any questions and to RSVP.
RSVP are essential for this event so Maggi can allocate a table.

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Enjoy a healthy stroll along the coast at Cottesloe and soak up the magnificent ocean views. Group meets at 9am on the bike track next to the intersection of Marine Pde and Sydney St (see photo) South Cott. Brisk walk up to Cott main beach and back (4km), approx 60 mins return. Walkers welcome to go at their own pace. Dog friendly and a cuppa afterwards.

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We warm up by first walking once around Manning Lake (easy 20-minute walk with plenty of time to have a chat). Then we climb the stairs... slowly... It's a great aerobic workout and fitness test! If you can't do stairs, you have option of doing another lap of the lake. But there's a great panoramic view if you reach the lookout at the top of the stairs!

After we catch our breath, we continue the walk along a crushed-limestone track through the bush, arriving at another lookout, where the group does some exercises; usually step-ups, push-ups or whatever you fancy (again, it's optional).

The stairway is located at the south end of Davilak Avenue at Manning Park in Hamilton Hill. It has 192 steps, 50 landings and rest spots.

We meet in the carpark at the base of the Manning Park Stairs, Fridays 9.30am. (At the edge of the carpark that is...look towards the lake and you'll see us. If you spot a group of very athletic youngsters in short-shorts, that's not us!)

The walk takes just over an hour. Bring a bottle of water, hat, windcheater, rain jacket... There is a drinking fountain and toilets nearby. We walk all weathers, but we recommend you drink plenty of water before the walk, especially in summer. New members are very welcome!

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Volunteers from all walks of life get together to make re-useable fabric "Boomerang Bags" using recycled materials, to provide a sustainable alternative to plastic bags. The bags are given away to friends, family, colleagues, bagless strangers and so on, as a plastic bag alternative that can be used and reused, or passed on to others in need.

The bags create a platform to start conversations, make friends, up-cycle materials and work towards shifting society’s throw away mentality to a more sustainable revolution of re-use – one community, needle and thread at a time!

Thanks to wonderful donations from the local community, all materials are provided. BYO sewing machine if you would like to help out by sewing. No experience necessary, experienced sewists are available to help you if you are just starting out! Plenty of things for non-sewists to do as well.

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JOIN US EVERY FRIDAY MORNING THRU SCHOOL TERM FROM 10am TIL 1PM FOR A CASUAL CRAFT GROUP.

BYO WIPs OR NEW PROJECT TO START & IF YOU HAVEN'T GOT ANYTHING IN MIND OR ON THE GO, COME ALONG FOR A CUPPA & CHAT TO BE INSPIRED BY OTHER CRAFT MINDED PEOPLE.

FREE TO ATTEND

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Come along and join Jenny for a fun craft catch up.
Bring your own craft project and some lunch or snacks if you want them. There is a fridge, microwave and tea and coffee facilities at the venue, very kindly provided for our use by the Child and Parent Centre.

This is a child friendly venue, but please remember children are the responsibility of who they come with.

The craft group will be at the Child and Parent Centre on the edge of the East Maddington Primary School oval - Centre access and parking via Westfield Street.

This group will be meeting fortnightly.

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Come on down to the Annalakshmi (located on Barrack Square, Jetty 4 Riverside Dr) to enjoy the all you can eat Indian, vegetarian cuisine on a Friday afternoon (12:30PM). Pay what you feel as the restaurant operates on a donation basis.

Look out for the yellow befriend flag which will be placed on the table.

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Who doesn't like pizza, and who doesn't like a bit of fun with adult games? We're combining the two for a tasty treat & healthy fun. I will bring some games, but feel free to bring your own as well. We'll meet at indoor entrance of Tavolo which is opposite the cinema ticket stands.

Tavolo is a tasty, reasonably priced Italian restaurant. Please bring enough money for food and drinks. And bring your sense of fun and adventure too.

Meet at the entrance opposite the cinema ticket stands. Sandie will have the yellow Befriend flag.

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Enjoy a healthy stroll along the coast at Cottesloe and soak up the magnificent ocean views. Group meets at 9am on the bike track next to the intersection of Marine Pde and Sydney St (see photo) South Cott. Brisk walk up to Cott main beach and back (4km), approx 60 mins return. Walkers welcome to go at their own pace. Dog friendly and a cuppa afterwards.

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All welcome to an hour of gentle flow yoga that includes some stretching, balance, strength building, breathing and guided meditation. This is a free community class. Suitable for beginner or experienced yogis. Bring a mat if you have one. RSVP as numbers are limited due to size of space in the Kindle Room upstairs at The Foyer.

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Join Angela and this lovely group for a casual coffee and bring along your latest crochet or knitting project or start something new.

Every fortnight on Saturday
Cost: Free to come and join in, just buy your own cuppa and cake if you like

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Have you got the winter blues? No need to hibernate! As part of the Cosy @ the Quay series, Elizabeth Quay is hosting a series of winter events.

We are heading to three of them that are all happening at the same time! :D

1. Food Markets
Delight in a range of selected food stalls and get cosy underneath our heated, custom built dining hall over the Elizabeth Quay inlet.

2. Arts and Craft Markets
Meander through a range of high quality arts and crafts, all sheltered from the elements. The most cosy boutique arts and craft markets Perth has to offer.

3. Live Music
Enjoy some local talent while you dine in comfort, take in the city lights, and warm your bones in our heated alfresco areas.

Entry to all three is free. Bring along some money if you want to buy food/beverage/crafts.

For more info visit:

https://www.mra.wa.gov.au/see-and-do/elizabeth-quay/events/cosy-the-quay

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Let's meet to play mini golf at Holy Moly in Northbridge!

Please bring $18. This will get us 9 holes of Mini Golf.

Bonnie will wear a blue top and will wait for you out the front of Holy Moly.

Located just 5 minute walk from a blue cat stop it is easy to get to by public transport

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We will walk/roll for 30 minutes south of Burns Beach and then return as the sun sets. If you don't want to walk the whole distance there are plenty of benches with beautiful views to make use of. You can join us again on our way back. Generally we walk regardless of the weather. As someone dear to me used to say: "There is no such thing as bad weather, just bad clothing".
Wear comfortable shoes for walking. Dogs on lead welcome.

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Why should we be part of a community?

According to the Huffington Post, five benefits of being part of a community include: access to new knowledge, new personal connections, a source of inspiration, access to resources and a support network (read more here: https://www.huffingtonpost.com/jonathan-chan/the-5-benefits-of-communi_b_10390826.html).

The Victoria Park Community Games Night is brought to you by a collaboration of three like-minded community centred organisations, being the Victoria Park Community Centre, the Perth Active Depression Support Group and Befriend Inc. Community is the foundation that these three groups are built upon and although they all operate in different ways, they all share the same goal to form strong connections and communities, thereby improving the lives of their members.

The board games featured in the monthly games nights have all been crowdfunded and sourced from donations by the community. Our Complete games list is here:

- Monopoly Perth Edition
- Uno
- Telestrations
- Cards against humanity
- Settlers of Catan
- Trivial Pursuit
- Balderdash
- Jenga
- The logo game
- Exploding Kittens
- Imploding Kittens
- Sequence
- Man bites dog
- True of false card game
- 5 second Rule
- Guess who card game
- Jenga
- Mastermind
- Pictionary
- Scrabble
- Quoits
- Family charades
- Code names
- The irrational game
- Taboo
- Ludo
- Chess, Checkers & Backgammon
- Smart ass card game
- The game of things
- Connect 4
- Monopoly Deal
- Yahtzee
- Cluedo travel edition
- Upwords
- Scattergories
- Cranium
- Battleship
- Concept
- Split Second
- Dumb ass
- Fact or Crap

Entry is $5, which goes to the Victoria Park Community Centre to fund more games for the nights.

Feel free to bring your own food and drink, but no alcohol is permitted inside the venue.

This event repeats on the 4th Saturday of every month. We’d love for you to be a part of this community-focused event.

For more on the Victoria Park Community Centre please check their website here: http://vicparkcc.org.au/

For more on the Perth Active Depression Support Group please check their website here: https://www.perthadsg.com.au/

For more on Befriend please check their website here: https://befriend.org.au/

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Enjoy a healthy stroll along the coast at Cottesloe and soak up the magnificent ocean views. Group meets at 9am on the bike track next to the intersection of Marine Pde and Sydney St (see photo) South Cott. Brisk walk up to Cott main beach and back (4km), approx 60 mins return. Walkers welcome to go at their own pace. Dog friendly and a cuppa afterwards.

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It is June and that means winter is here! but there are no white walkers at this event only Befriend Bowlers, so why not come down for a game of ten pin bowling at Zone Bowling Morley with the fantastic Befriend Bowlers on Sunday the 23rd of June from 4:00pm to 6:00pm.

Whether this is your first time bowling or have been before, this monthly running event of Befriend Tenpin Bowling always brings a positive experience for our members, who enjoy a game of bowling and meeting new people. NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED!!! ALL ARE WELCOME :)

If befriend members can please arrive 10 minutes early we can get started exactly at 4 pm. The reception at Zone Bowling will be aware of our group so Tom will have a sheet which you will need to write down your name and number of games you want to bowl and at 4 pm you will need to just simply line up to pay for the number of games you want to play and get your bowling shoes!

The number of games is 2 but I always give members who want to do 1 game that option. The cost for two games varies on certain prices (e.g concession, companion card, full price) ranging from $6.50 - $30.

For more information on cost of games you can find on their website https://www.zonebowling.com/bowling-activities/pricing
https://www.zonebowling.com/bowling-activities/people-with-a-disability

(note:shoe hire on website price is not included when you go up to pay, food and drinks are optional and there is a cafe of yummy food and drinks available if you may so choose!)

Tom also recommends that if you do, for whatever reason are running late, please contact or message Tom on the befriend hotline number (see how to find us).

So he can notify reception that someone is still arriving. However there have been instances were members have missed out, but can still participate but generally only can end up playing one game.

So with that in mind for late members please make sure you arrive on time or if for what every reason cant make it, please unrsvp on meetup (just incase if there is a waiting list of members can join in and have fun!). But if running 10 minutes late, it shouldn't be a problem as most times members are still lining up to play their games!

Please Note: For any member in a wheelchair at Zone Bowling Morley there is only one wheelchair access ramp at the end of the bowling alley so make sure you please give tom the heads up on the Befriend Number so he can try to book down the end lanes near the wheelchair ramp a week before the event if possible!.

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Enjoy a healthy stroll along the coast at Cottesloe and soak up the magnificent ocean views. Group meets at 9am on the bike track next to the intersection of Marine Pde and Sydney St (see photo) South Cott. Brisk walk up to Cott main beach and back (4km), approx 60 mins return. Walkers welcome to go at their own pace. Dog friendly and a cuppa afterwards.

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Bring along your craft project or get inspired to try a new one.
Crochet, knitting, CD weaving, embroidery, needle felting, drawing, quilting and colouring in are but a few activities I’ve seen done relaxing over a cuppa and a chat.

We love show and share!

Cost: Reasonable cafe prices for food and drink.

Venue: Kerry Street Pear Tree Cafe, 1 Kerry Street, Hamilton Hill

I will be at a table inside, look for the yellow crocheted flowers on the table.

See you there,
Caroline

Please note this event page is not being monitored by the host. For any further questions feel free to contact the Befriend number on 0404 831 201 or 9520 8574

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Join in a lunch time walk if the weather is fine (or an indoor activity if the weather is too wet) with Exercise Physiologist Kyle and find 30 today.

It won't be too strenuous, the aim is to just get moving and to have a chat and think about good health.

We will meet outside GP Extra at 1 Chisham Ave (behind the Dome) and leave at 12pm sharp, returning by 12:30pm.

Finding your 30 minutes of physical activity a day can lead to a happier and healthier lifestyle for you and your family. Here’s why from Sports Australia:

Brain Health
Exercise training can increase brain size and improve memory - reducing the risk of dementia.

Mental Health
Regular physical activity reduces the risk of depression and has a range of benefits for mental health.

Social benefits
Organised physical activity creates opportunities for meeting new people and socialising.

Heart and Lung Health
Physical activity strengthens your heart and improves lung function – reducing your risk of coronary heart disease and heart attack.

Bone Health
Physical activity increases bone mineral density – important for bone strength; reducing risk of fractures and osteoporosis.

Environmental benefits
Physical activity, as a form of active transport, reduces our carbon foot print.

https://www.sportaus.gov.au/findyour30

So come and join in today.

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Enjoy a healthy stroll along the coast at Cottesloe and soak up the magnificent ocean views. Group meets at 9am on the bike track next to the intersection of Marine Pde and Sydney St (see photo) South Cott. Brisk walk up to Cott main beach and back (4km), approx 60 mins return. Walkers welcome to go at their own pace. Dog friendly and a cuppa afterwards.

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Hello members,
With this meetup we will go on a casual (speed around 16 to 20 km/h) ride to and from Woodmans Point (roughly 22km round trip).
The ride may involve some, but not much, quiet back street on road riding but mainly on a dual use path, with the route pretty much flat.

Then we'll have a coffee/drink at the cafe after (if you want).

What to bring :- some money for coffee/drink/treat, suitable clothing for the weather, water bottle, your bicycle and helmet.

Where to meet :- Meet at picnic bench closest to the cafe nearest to the bike rack (where the people are standing in the above photo).

If the weather is really bad then meet inside the cafe and we will just stay there, chill out, have a drink and a chinwag.

free parking available near the cafe.

hope to see you there.

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Hello members, slip on some comfortable walking shoes.

With this meetup we will have A slowish short (roughly 4kms round trip), walk talk to near the old South Fremantle Power house and back on a dual use path, with slight hills as it goes through the dunes.

Then we'll have a coffee/drink at the cafe after (if you want).

What to bring :- some money for coffee/drink/treat, suitable clothing for the weather, water bottle..

Where to meet :- Meet at picnic bench closest to the cafe nearest to the bike rack (where the people are standing in the above photo).

If the weather is really bad then meet inside the cafe and we will just stay there, chill out, have a drink and a chinwag.

How to get there :- catch the Fremantle blue CAT from the train station and get off at the first stop on Marine Tce After Douro Rd Stop ID: 10444, then walk to the cafe.
free parking available near the cafe.

hope to see you there.

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There are many places to investigate around the Perth city centre and we aim to find some of them. The Urban Walking Group picks a place to go every week and if the weather turns bad, we stick to the arcades and covered spaces. Join your fellow city walkers as we traverse the city paths looking at buildings and spaces we often commute past by bus or car but never look at more closely. We meet inside Citiplace Community Centre at Perth Train Station every Tuesday at 10am. Join your fellow city explorers to learn more about inner Perth. Look for the yellow flag and see you there.

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Would you like to become a Befriend Volunteer Host? To find out more about the host role, come along to the free two hour workshop and learn more about Befriend and the vital role of Event Host and Co Host.

Please arrive at 11.45 so we can start at 12 noon.

If you decide to become a volunteer Event Host or Co Host, it's best you have 100 points of ID with you so we can organise a police clearance. If you decide that these roles aren't for you, that is also fine, just let us know at the workshop.

We will be in the Green Room inside the library at Darius Wells Library and Resource Centre. Ask at reception or the library for directions to the room, or ask for Jodie.

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Come along and join us and make new friends.

Free event; $5 for a cuppa (optional).

Meet Chris at Table 16. ( behind meeting room)or ask at the counter.

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Now that summer is on its way out, and the hot weather is going, it's a great time to get out in the beautiful outdoors for some fresh air and exercise for a healthy mind and healthy body. Tomato Lake is an easy walk on concreted pathways the whole way around. People of all abilities very welcome. Walk at your own pace, and make new friends or renew acquaintances.

Meet at 4pm in the Oats Street Car park near the children's playground. Walk will commence at 4:15pm I will be there with the Yellow Befriend flag. My mobile number is 0434 944 548 in case you can't find me.

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Enjoy a healthy stroll along the coast at Cottesloe and soak up the magnificent ocean views. Group meets at 9am on the bike track next to the intersection of Marine Pde and Sydney St (see photo) South Cott. Brisk walk up to Cott main beach and back (4km), approx 60 mins return. Walkers welcome to go at their own pace. Dog friendly and a cuppa afterwards.

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Join Linda and this lovely group for a casual coffee and bring along your latest crochet or knitting project or start something new.

For beginners there is plenty of spare wool to try out and many helpful hands to show you the ropes (or the wools as the case may be :-)

Every Wednesday
Cost: Free to come and join in, just buy your own food and beverages

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If you're interested in good food, a nice coffee and interesting conversation, then come on down to Cranked Coffee Leederville. We will be there every Wednesday from 11.30am until 12.30pm and look forward to getting to know you. Look out for the yellow Befriend flag on the table.

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Join us for a mid week meal at Franks Texas Smokehouse in Vic Park! Majority of food options are meat based but some vegetarian side options.
Look for Danae in black befriend shirt and yellow befriend flag
Looking forward to seeing you all!
Please dress warm as venue is partially outside.

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Venue: Ruth Faulkner Public Library, 215 Wright Street Cloverdale

Meditation can help reduce stress, pain, anxiety and depression; increase focus, clarity, sleep, happiness and productivity; and create emotional balance.

Join Hana in the back meeting room at Ruth Faulkner Public Library to take part in this weekly commitment to your health.

$2 donation. Bring a cushion or yoga mat to sit on. Ask for Hana at the front counter.

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CRAFTY WELL TAKES A BREAK OVER SCHOOL HOLIDAYS.

WE WILL RECOMMENCE WEDNESDAY, 8th MAY

Come and join in at our Wednesday evening Craft and 5D Diamond art group in Wellard.

Put your creative skills to work in a friendly environment, have a catch up and craft with like minded people.

What to bring:
• A project to start or one you'd like to finish
• Craft materials and any equipment
• A gold coin for the tea lady
• And a friendly smile

Every Wednesday 7pm - 9pm

Venue: John Wellard Community Centre, Wellard, Corner of Runnymede Gate and The Strand.

Enter through the rear car park and press the doorbell for entry.

Inger, Laurie or Anne-marie will be happy to see you.

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Remember to bring your own water and wear shoes suitable for walking. Jane from Befriend, will lead us on a social walk through the local area. Please be prompt - the walk starts from Canning Vale Medical Centre at 8.30am. Suitable for varying levels of fitness.
If the group decides it is too wet and windy on the morning, we will move to the Coffee shop on the corner and have a good chat instead!

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