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Weekly walk starting from the north side of the South Beach Cafe- generally meeting at the bench pictured above. We walk south from there to C.Y. O'Connor beach. It's a 4Km round trip along the bike path. Nice ocean views along the way and pretty flat terrain. hang around for a coffee afterwards if you like.

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Your invited to join Befriend Host Jeanne & friends on Tuesday and / or Thursday mornings @ The Dome in Waikiki to play Canasta or Rummikub.

No matter what your skill level is for these games you are welcome to join us and we can either show you how to play or just be ready to join in the challenge of the game with others.

Look for the Yellow Befriend Flag and you'll find us enjoying a cuppa, good conversation & of course a game or two!

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During these challenging times surrounding Covid-19 we ask everyone who attends any Befriend Meetups to ensure you have your own hand wash or anticeptic wipes on hand.

Maintain the 1.5m social distancing recommendations where & when possible.

If you are feeling unwell or showing flu like symptoms, please stay home in consideration of others and for the benefit of your own speedy recovery.

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There are many places to investigate around the Perth city centre and we aim to find some of them. The CBD 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 at Citiplace Community Centre at Perth Train Station every Tuesday at 10am. Join your fellow city explorers to learn more about inner Perth. Enter the front sliding doors to get to reception. Look for the yellow flag in the dining room of the centre located through the doors to the right of the reception desk.

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Hello fellow crafters.

As we count down the days til school term signals our official start up for Crafty Beavers @ Bertram where we meet in the craft room at William Bertram Community Centre every Tuesday morning, some of us will take advantage of the community centres being open through school holidays and continue to meet every Tuesday morning from 10am til 12 noon for a casual catchup in the foyer space of the community centre.

You are welcome to bring along your craft project to work on and even if you just want to pop in for a cuppa and chat you'll find some of us there.

Please bring your own snacks and drinks if you so wish.

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It's always 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. We are often sitting near the BBQ and picnic table areas.

Walk will commence by 4:15pm. I will be there with the Yellow Befriend flag.

My mobile number is[masked] in case you can't find me.

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Join us as Boomerang Bags, we reuse old sheets, duvets, pilowcases, tablecloths and even reluv old projects. We make funky material bags to take shopping instead of plastic bag.

But we also make joey pouches, Uthanda dolls, premmie baby clothes for WA hospitals. We support local community needs by getting together over a cuppa and have a small imprint locally, within our state and Australia wide plus an international presence.

So far our Alkimos group has made over 3000 bags, saved manchester from landfill, responded passionately to wildife injured by bushfires, sending 5 sachels of pouches & medical supplies to NSW, then toasted our achievements with a good coffee and a tiny (in my opinion) piece of cake.

We meet weekly on a Wednesday at Alkimos pop up library from 9.30am to 2.30pm. Please come & join us

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Meet each week for an easy to mid level walk around the beautiful parkland of Manning Park. Length of walk can be between 2-4 Km depending on what people want to do on the day. Walk can include beautiful ocean views from the bushland ridge and a stroll past the historic Azelia Ley homestead. Meet on the grass area at the bottom of the car park near the "Manning Stairs" (see map). Look for the Befriend Flag. Group will be observing Social distancing practices.

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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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DUE TO COVID-19 no hugging, kissing, or shaking hands.
*Note* - From Dec 5, 2020, attendees will either have to sign in using the WA Safe App or manually write down their details. Cranked should have both options available.

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 tables out front or the back area of the cafe under the umbrella's next to the grassed area.

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The Bucket Club community group

In conjunction with the Befriend Social Network you are all welcome to come along to the newly created Bucket Club community group. The Bucket Club is about anyone who is keen to pursue some goals. Now these goals could be about anything basic or anything extreme, it really does not matter.

I personally know that to undertake some of these goals it takes research, energy, money, motivation, courage, time, friends, new friends, networking, health, education, and innovation.

For example some of the goals might be paying off some bills, travel, meeting new people, exercising, mental health improvement, making new friends, meeting more people from the local community, buying a car, seeing concerts, starting new courses, volunteering, languages, getting a job, stand-up comedy, new hobbies, seeing more of Perth, getting out of the house, saving money, or even to go shark cage diving.

The Bucket Club is for people of all ages, backgrounds, and cultures of course. Although if someone is under 18 years of age if they could please be accompanied by an adult!!!

Further Details

Time: 1pm to 2pm every Wednesday
Date: Commencing 21 October, 2020
Location: Clarkson Library
Cost: Free
Phone Number:[masked]
Befriend Social Network contact details: https://befriend.org.au/about-us/

One of the reasons I am really interested in starting the Bucket Club is because I believe we all have different skills, talents, energies, back grounds, and abilities to be able to possibly help and encourage each other to reach their goals.

It does not matter how big, silly, menial, cheap, expensive, or small the goal is. What is important is that it is your goal!!

Anyhow that's all folks. I look forward to meeting up with everyone so we can all help each other to pursue our goals and dreams. Please note more updated promotions will be advertised on the Befriend Facebook page, and the Meetup Website in the next few weeks.

Oh, don’t forget to bring along a pen and paper!!

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Due to COVID19, have your covid safe app on your phone, stay home if you feel unwell, no hand shaking, hugs, or hi five, bring your hand sanitizer and 1.5 meter social distancing---Come join us for 10 Pin Bowling at Rosemount Bowl in North Perth every Wednesday from 1:30pm. The cost is $8 per person for x1 game. The group meets just up stairs at ROSEMOUNT bowl at 1:20pm ,Shayne will be waiting with the Befriend yellow flag. Please join us for a afternoon of fun!!
If you are going on public transport Catch the 960 bus from PERTH BUSPORT and get off at NORTH PERTH PLAZA
Please note this is a alcohol free group, and first timers go half price and a free coffee, please be on time and please add a comment if you are going to be late thanks .Due to the most recent State Government announcements we are all required to register our information for contact tracing purposes when we arrive at our venue. This means recording your name, phone number, date and arrival time in a form . This is a government requirement to keep us all safe and manage the risk of COVID19 in Perth. If you have more questions about this you can read this helpful FAQ:
https://www.wa.gov.au/government/publications/covid-19-coronavirus-contact-registers-patrons-frequently-asked-questions

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If your looking for a mid week sugar hit we've got you covered if you join us each Wednesday at The Well in Wellard to enjoy a $8.50 Cake & Coffee Special just for Befriend guests from 2pm til 4pm

Befriend Community Builder - Inger & friends will be there ready to engage in light conversation.

Don't let me drink alone - We can have our Cake & Eat It Too!

Look for the Befriend Yellow Flag

The Well - 21 Chiswick Parade, Wellard WA 6170 Australia

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Bring your Ukelele and join in the fun at this social music group that welcomes people of all skill levels. Meets weekly Wednesdays 3.30pm to 5pm. Gold coin donation appreciated.

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Bring your Ukelele and join in the fun at this social music group that welcomes people of all skill levels. Meets weekly Wednesdays 3pm to 4.30pm. Gold coin donation for afternoon tea appreciated.

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Join us as we reuse old sheets, duvets, pilowcases, tablecloths and even reluv old projects. We make funky material bags to take shopping instead of plastic bags as Boomerang Bags.

But we also make joey pouches, Uthanda dolls, premmie baby clothes for WA hospitals. We support local community needs by getting together over a cuppa and have a small imprint locally, within our state and Australia wide plus an international presence.

So far our Alkimos group has made over BB 3000 bags, saved manchester from landfill, responded passionately to wildife injured by bushfires by sewing & knitting pouches, sending 5 sachels of pouches & medical supplies to NSW, then toasted our achievements with a good coffee and a tiny (in my opinion) piece of cake.

Any of these activities could be happening at Sprout. Lots to do and Boomerang Bags done on the day can be creative and funky or as cute as it's new owner (you get to take some home too!)

We meet weekly on a Thursday at Alkimos Sprout Hub from 9.00am to 11.00 am. Please come & join us

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Your invited to join Befriend Host Jeanne & friends on Tuesday and / or Thursday mornings @ The Dome in Waikiki to play Canasta or Rummikub.

No matter what your skill level is for these games you are welcome to join us and we can either show you how to play or just be ready to join in the challenge of the game with others.

Look for the Yellow Befriend Flag and you'll find us enjoying a cuppa, good conversation & of course a game or two!

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During these challenging times surrounding Covid-19 we ask everyone who attends any Befriend Meetups to ensure you have your own hand wash or anticeptic wipes on hand.

Maintain the 1.5m social distancing recommendations where & when possible.

If you are feeling unwell or showing flu like symptoms, please stay home in consideration of others and for the benefit of your own speedy recovery.

Visit Event page >>

Come along and enjoy some social bowling. No experience necessary. We get together every Thursday for some bowling. Cost is $8.70 for a 10 frame game. Meet at Melville - Superbowl in foyer area. Look for the Befriend flag.
Public transport option - 501 Bus from Fremantle Train Station.
Timetables on transperth.wa.gov.au

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It's always 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. We are often sitting near the BBQ and picnic table areas. Walk will commence by 4:15pm.

I will be there with the Yellow Befriend flag. My mobile number is[masked] in case you can't find me. Or the other co-host-- tim on[masked]

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Every Thursday we meet for an early evening meal and a social chat in Fremantle. Whether you are a Freo local or not come down for a chat and enjoy some delicious, well priced food. Located next to the Fremantle Markets, Henderson St. We like to start early to avoid the crowds. Cost can range from $10 -$15 for a decent meal. All welcome. This event is alcohol free. PLEASE NOTE due to COVID 19 , please stay home if you feel unwell, please practice 1.5 meter social distancing and no hand shaking, hugs or kissing.

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PLEASE NOTE due to COVID 19 ,have the COVID SAFE APP on your phone, please bring your hand sanitizer, please stay home if you feel unwell, please practice 1.5 meter social distancing and no hand shaking, hugs or kissing , a maximum of only 10 people may attend thanks--Join us for dinner at Old Shanghai Northbridge for a great selection of food (Thai, Chinese, Indian, Dim Sum, burgers & Korean) and good company. Please note this an alcohol free group. Prices range from $10-$20 for a meal. We meet every fortnight on a Thursday. Look out for host Shayne towards the back of the food hall sitting at a round table,Due to the most recent State Government announcements we are all required to register our information for contact tracing purposes when we arrive at our venue. This means recording your name, phone number, date and arrival time in a form. This is a government requirement to keep us all safe and manage the risk of COVID19 in Perth. If you have more questions about this you can read this helpful FAQ:
https://www.wa.gov.au/government/publications/covid-19-coronavirus-contact-registers-patrons-frequently-asked-questions

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Boomerang bags are about making bags , diverting waste, starting conversations, fostering sustainable behaviour and having lots of fun!

We accept donations of material, leftover projects, doona's and pillowcases and turn them into reusable bags you can use in daily life and in place of single use plastic bags.

We also sew at local fairs and expos. Everyone welcome, you don't need to know how to sew, there are lots of roles you can be involved in.

Join us! We meet weekly at Alkimos Beach Pop-Up library.

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Come and join us for knitting, crocheting and plenty of chatting.
Bring your own project, get inspiration, learn to knit or crochet or just come to chat. Everyone welcome.
We will meet at the rear of the 115 cafe.
No cost, unless you want to partake in the coffee and cake special.
Just look for the yellow Befriend flag or give me a call. Joy, Ph[masked]
If you’re new to the art of knitting or crocheting and want to learn bring 8ply or double knit wool in a bright or light colour and a size 3.5 or 4 hook for crocheting or a size 8 or 4 mm needles for knitting.
Running every Friday now.

This group usually attracts a group of 10 or so people so don't think no one else is coming. It is also advertised elsewhere.

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Befriend's Wellard Crafty friends will meet every Friday morning from 8th January til school term begins @ The John Wellard Community Centre in the upstairs meeting space.

You are welcome to bring along your crafts as there are tables and chairs available or just feel free to call in for a cuppa & chat if you wish.

You are welcome to bring along your own flask of tea/coffee & morning tea if you so wish as the kitchen facilities are limited for our use at the moment.

We look forward to meeting you & sharing some time together creating amazing pieces whilst making new friends.

This is a free event.

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Please Note:

As our Hosts are all Volunteers we request our guests take responsibility to be supportive of the current COVID Safety Plans when required. Your assistance with these guidelines is much appreciated by the entire Befriend Team.

Due to recent recommendations surrounding COVID-19 it is requested where possible you bring your own materials & equipment to work with & everyone is asked to bring along their own hand sanitiser or antiseptic wipes.

You may be asked to sign in on entry and it will be greatly appreciated if everyone assists with the setting up, cleaning and pack down of the craft room and practice 1.5m distancing whilst in attendance.

For everyone's peace of mind and help towards us all staying well, if you are experiencing any cold or flu symptoms please stay home to recover.

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Hello fellow crafters.

As we count down the days til school term signals our official start up for Connect 4 Craft @ Bertram where we meet in the craft room at William Bertram Community Centre every Friday morning, some of us will take advantage of the community centres being open through school holidays and continue to meet every Friday morning from 10am til 12 noon for a casual catchup in the foyer space of the community centre.

You are welcome to bring along your craft project to work on and even if you just want to pop in for a cuppa and chat you'll find some of us there.

Please bring your own snacks and drinks if you so wish.

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Come and join us for the healthiest “sundowner” going!

Each week we walk/roll/stroll for 30 minutes south of Burns Beach on the sealed path returning as the sun sets. There are plenty of benches with beautiful views to make use of if you prefer not to walk the whole distance – we will collect you on our way back. Stay on to watch the changing colors of the sunset and for a chat. You can even just come for the catch-up at the end!

During January we meet at 6.30pm. We recommend comfortable shoes for walking, a hat, sunscreen and to bring water.

Dogs on lead welcome. Look for the yellow Befriend flag

Group expectations to stay COVID safe:
- Continue physical distancing (keeping 1.5m distance from others)
- Stay home if unwell (e.g. fever, cough, runny nose, sore throat etc)
- Seek testing for any COVID-19 symptoms and report a positive test result to the Befriend team as soon as possible
- Practice good hand hygiene and cough or sneeze into your elbow

This event usually attracts 10+ people so don't think you are the only one coming. (Advertised elsewhere)

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Join Befriend Members every Saturday from 10am til 1pm where they share their passion for Crocheting & Knitting.

This meet up is a casual social craft meet up and no matter what skill level you are at everyone is welcome.

Be inspired by others or challenge yourself to master a new design.

If it's your first time - your welcome to just pop in for a cuppa & observe before you take up the threads and find yourself hooked!

Plenty of skilled and helpful hands ready to get a beginner started as well.

You'll find us in the comfy seats of The Dome lounge area just outside the library entrance in the Carol Adams Lobby of The Darius Wells Library & Resource Centre enjoying a cuppa & no doubt some laughs.

We look forward to meeting you & sharing some time together creating amazing pieces.

This is a free event & you are welcome to purchase food & drinks from The Dome at your own expense.

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Please note: If you are unwell or showing any flu like symptoms we ask you not to attend and look forward to catching up at another time.

We also request when attending any Befriend event during COVID-19 restrictions to please ensure you have your own hand wash or antiseptic wipes on hand. Please follow recommended personal hygiene & safe social distancing practices.

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Come join us for a coffee or fish and chips lunch(nice fish and chips) and a friendly chat with friends you have met before or to meet and make some new friends. There is a cafe and other food outlets in the centre where you can purchase something else and join us if you don't like fish and chips
Friends, family and anyone else are welcome to join us too.
The primary purpose of this group is for people who have had an Aquiured Brain injury in the past who would like to meet with understanding people with a common history or others who just like to make friends.

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We come together to sew and chat and create reusable shopping bags. All materials are donated and all bags made are given to the community to use. You do not need sewing skills there are many aspects to making the bag and our volunteers are happy to teach the basics. Anyone is welcome to attend. Everyone who does attend will need to sign in with ‘Safe WA’

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Casual dinner to talk and meet new friends....This dinner will be held at Oscar & Sons in Two Rocks...(https://www.google.com/maps/place/Oscar+%26+Sons/@-31.4968742,115.5827084,1414m/data=!3m1!1e3!4m5!3m4!1s0x2bd2a19a217a4663:0x4cc2edd96806e5be!8m2!3d-31.4943239!4d115.5847774

Website - http://www.oscarandsons.com.au/

RSVP need to be in by 20th January to ensure enough seating..

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Bring your knitting ... or any other project you want to work on. Spend two hours just enjoying "me time". Chill out with some lovely people who'll make you feel welcome.

This group does a wide variety of projects ... as a collective crafting group we also make Uthanda dolls, boobies for mastectomy patients and fun decorations like flowers & butterflies.

We're in the process of contributing to other community necessities here & abroad... we've got our hand up to make pouches for orphaned joeys .... and other projects for girls in South Africa .. come join us, many hands make light work (luckily we're not a kitchen where tooo many cooks.....)

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Start off your week with a casual walk and chat around Yokine Reserve. The Befriend group meets every Monday and walks along the footpath for approximately 3km's (one lap) or longer depending on what people want to do on the day. Look for Jon with a black baseball cap and sunglasses on the grassed area (eastern side) in front of the change rooms. Group will be observing social distancing practices. All levels of fitness welcome!

Bus 19 from Perth Busport. See Transperth for up to date info:
https://www.transperth.wa.gov.au/Journey-Planner

Befriend groups exist to grow inclusive communities in which all people are valued & belong. For further info about Befriend click on the following link: https://befriend.org.au/

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Beginners to advanced welcome. Bring your own materials or purchase a starter kit. $5.00 per session towards basic materials and tea/coffee.
For more information contact Befriend Host Irene on[masked].
Please wear closed in shoes and bring some safety glasses and an apron.

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Weekly walk starting from the north side of the South Beach Cafe- generally meeting at the bench pictured above. We walk south from there to C.Y. O'Connor beach. It's a 4Km round trip along the bike path. Nice ocean views along the way and pretty flat terrain. hang around for a coffee afterwards if you like.

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Your invited to join Befriend Host Jeanne & friends on Tuesday and / or Thursday mornings @ The Dome in Waikiki to play Canasta or Rummikub.

No matter what your skill level is for these games you are welcome to join us and we can either show you how to play or just be ready to join in the challenge of the game with others.

Look for the Yellow Befriend Flag and you'll find us enjoying a cuppa, good conversation & of course a game or two!

-----------------------------

During these challenging times surrounding Covid-19 we ask everyone who attends any Befriend Meetups to ensure you have your own hand wash or anticeptic wipes on hand.

Maintain the 1.5m social distancing recommendations where & when possible.

If you are feeling unwell or showing flu like symptoms, please stay home in consideration of others and for the benefit of your own speedy recovery.

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Come along and join us and make new friends.

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

Meet Chris Inside Dome.

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Come along and join us and make new friends.

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

Meet Chris Inside Dome.

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Join us as Boomerang Bags, we reuse old sheets, duvets, pilowcases, tablecloths and even reluv old projects. We make funky material bags to take shopping instead of plastic bag.

But we also make joey pouches, Uthanda dolls, premmie baby clothes for WA hospitals. We support local community needs by getting together over a cuppa and have a small imprint locally, within our state and Australia wide plus an international presence.

So far our Alkimos group has made over 3000 bags, saved manchester from landfill, responded passionately to wildife injured by bushfires, sending 5 sachels of pouches & medical supplies to NSW, then toasted our achievements with a good coffee and a tiny (in my opinion) piece of cake.

We meet weekly on a Wednesday at Alkimos pop up library from 9.30am to 2.30pm. Please come & join us

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Meet each week for an easy to mid level walk around the beautiful parkland of Manning Park. Length of walk can be between 2-4 Km depending on what people want to do on the day. Walk can include beautiful ocean views from the bushland ridge and a stroll past the historic Azelia Ley homestead. Meet on the grass area at the bottom of the car park near the "Manning Stairs" (see map). Look for the Befriend Flag. Group will be observing Social distancing practices.

Visit Event page >>

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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DUE TO COVID-19 no hugging, kissing, or shaking hands.
*Note* - From Dec 5, 2020, attendees will either have to sign in using the WA Safe App or manually write down their details. Cranked should have both options available.

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 tables out front or the back area of the cafe under the umbrella's next to the grassed area.

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The Bucket Club community group

In conjunction with the Befriend Social Network you are all welcome to come along to the newly created Bucket Club community group. The Bucket Club is about anyone who is keen to pursue some goals. Now these goals could be about anything basic or anything extreme, it really does not matter.

I personally know that to undertake some of these goals it takes research, energy, money, motivation, courage, time, friends, new friends, networking, health, education, and innovation.

For example some of the goals might be paying off some bills, travel, meeting new people, exercising, mental health improvement, making new friends, meeting more people from the local community, buying a car, seeing concerts, starting new courses, volunteering, languages, getting a job, stand-up comedy, new hobbies, seeing more of Perth, getting out of the house, saving money, or even to go shark cage diving.

The Bucket Club is for people of all ages, backgrounds, and cultures of course. Although if someone is under 18 years of age if they could please be accompanied by an adult!!!

Further Details

Time: 1pm to 2pm every Wednesday
Date: Commencing 21 October, 2020
Location: Clarkson Library
Cost: Free
Phone Number:[masked]
Befriend Social Network contact details: https://befriend.org.au/about-us/

One of the reasons I am really interested in starting the Bucket Club is because I believe we all have different skills, talents, energies, back grounds, and abilities to be able to possibly help and encourage each other to reach their goals.

It does not matter how big, silly, menial, cheap, expensive, or small the goal is. What is important is that it is your goal!!

Anyhow that's all folks. I look forward to meeting up with everyone so we can all help each other to pursue our goals and dreams. Please note more updated promotions will be advertised on the Befriend Facebook page, and the Meetup Website in the next few weeks.

Oh, don’t forget to bring along a pen and paper!!

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Due to COVID19, have your covid safe app on your phone, stay home if you feel unwell, no hand shaking, hugs, or hi five, bring your hand sanitizer and 1.5 meter social distancing---Come join us for 10 Pin Bowling at Rosemount Bowl in North Perth every Wednesday from 1:30pm. The cost is $8 per person for x1 game. The group meets just up stairs at ROSEMOUNT bowl at 1:20pm ,Shayne will be waiting with the Befriend yellow flag. Please join us for a afternoon of fun!!
If you are going on public transport Catch the 960 bus from PERTH BUSPORT and get off at NORTH PERTH PLAZA
Please note this is a alcohol free group, and first timers go half price and a free coffee, please be on time and please add a comment if you are going to be late thanks .Due to the most recent State Government announcements we are all required to register our information for contact tracing purposes when we arrive at our venue. This means recording your name, phone number, date and arrival time in a form . This is a government requirement to keep us all safe and manage the risk of COVID19 in Perth. If you have more questions about this you can read this helpful FAQ:
https://www.wa.gov.au/government/publications/covid-19-coronavirus-contact-registers-patrons-frequently-asked-questions

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If your looking for a mid week sugar hit we've got you covered if you join us each Wednesday at The Well in Wellard to enjoy a $8.50 Cake & Coffee Special just for Befriend guests from 2pm til 4pm

Befriend Community Builder - Inger & friends will be there ready to engage in light conversation.

Don't let me drink alone - We can have our Cake & Eat It Too!

Look for the Befriend Yellow Flag

The Well - 21 Chiswick Parade, Wellard WA 6170 Australia

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Bring your Ukelele and join in the fun at this social music group that welcomes people of all skill levels. Meets weekly Wednesdays 3.30pm to 5pm. Gold coin donation appreciated.

Visit Event page >>

Bring your Ukelele and join in the fun at this social music group that welcomes people of all skill levels. Meets weekly Wednesdays 3pm to 4.30pm. Gold coin donation for afternoon tea appreciated.

Visit Event page >>

Join us as we reuse old sheets, duvets, pilowcases, tablecloths and even reluv old projects. We make funky material bags to take shopping instead of plastic bags as Boomerang Bags.

But we also make joey pouches, Uthanda dolls, premmie baby clothes for WA hospitals. We support local community needs by getting together over a cuppa and have a small imprint locally, within our state and Australia wide plus an international presence.

So far our Alkimos group has made over BB 3000 bags, saved manchester from landfill, responded passionately to wildife injured by bushfires by sewing & knitting pouches, sending 5 sachels of pouches & medical supplies to NSW, then toasted our achievements with a good coffee and a tiny (in my opinion) piece of cake.

Any of these activities could be happening at Sprout. Lots to do and Boomerang Bags done on the day can be creative and funky or as cute as it's new owner (you get to take some home too!)

We meet weekly on a Thursday at Alkimos Sprout Hub from 9.00am to 11.00 am. Please come & join us

Visit Event page >>

Your invited to join Befriend Host Jeanne & friends on Tuesday and / or Thursday mornings @ The Dome in Waikiki to play Canasta or Rummikub.

No matter what your skill level is for these games you are welcome to join us and we can either show you how to play or just be ready to join in the challenge of the game with others.

Look for the Yellow Befriend Flag and you'll find us enjoying a cuppa, good conversation & of course a game or two!

-----------------------------

During these challenging times surrounding Covid-19 we ask everyone who attends any Befriend Meetups to ensure you have your own hand wash or anticeptic wipes on hand.

Maintain the 1.5m social distancing recommendations where & when possible.

If you are feeling unwell or showing flu like symptoms, please stay home in consideration of others and for the benefit of your own speedy recovery.

Visit Event page >>

Come along and enjoy some social bowling. No experience necessary. We get together every Thursday for some bowling. Cost is $8.70 for a 10 frame game. Meet at Melville - Superbowl in foyer area. Look for the Befriend flag.
Public transport option - 501 Bus from Fremantle Train Station.
Timetables on transperth.wa.gov.au

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Every Thursday we meet for an early evening meal and a social chat in Fremantle. Whether you are a Freo local or not come down for a chat and enjoy some delicious, well priced food. Located next to the Fremantle Markets, Henderson St. We like to start early to avoid the crowds. Cost can range from $10 -$15 for a decent meal. All welcome. This event is alcohol free. PLEASE NOTE due to COVID 19 , please stay home if you feel unwell, please practice 1.5 meter social distancing and no hand shaking, hugs or kissing.

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Join Nancy for a fun night of quizzing and friendly rivalry. Dress up for Australia Day is optional.

Arrive at 6:15pm order your meal and settle in for the quiz which starts at 7:00pm and finishes about 9ish.

$20 includes dinner, quiz, lovely views and a few laughs. When you RSVP below, you are not charged. The $20 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 7:00pm 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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Boomerang bags are about making bags , diverting waste, starting conversations, fostering sustainable behaviour and having lots of fun!

We accept donations of material, leftover projects, doona's and pillowcases and turn them into reusable bags you can use in daily life and in place of single use plastic bags.

We also sew at local fairs and expos. Everyone welcome, you don't need to know how to sew, there are lots of roles you can be involved in.

Join us! We meet weekly at Alkimos Beach Pop-Up library.

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Come and join us for knitting, crocheting and plenty of chatting.
Bring your own project, get inspiration, learn to knit or crochet or just come to chat. Everyone welcome.
We will meet at the rear of the 115 cafe.
No cost, unless you want to partake in the coffee and cake special.
Just look for the yellow Befriend flag or give me a call. Joy, Ph[masked]
If you’re new to the art of knitting or crocheting and want to learn bring 8ply or double knit wool in a bright or light colour and a size 3.5 or 4 hook for crocheting or a size 8 or 4 mm needles for knitting.
Running every Friday now.

This group usually attracts a group of 10 or so people so don't think no one else is coming. It is also advertised elsewhere.

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Befriend's Wellard Crafty friends will meet every Friday morning from 8th January til school term begins @ The John Wellard Community Centre in the upstairs meeting space.

You are welcome to bring along your crafts as there are tables and chairs available or just feel free to call in for a cuppa & chat if you wish.

You are welcome to bring along your own flask of tea/coffee & morning tea if you so wish as the kitchen facilities are limited for our use at the moment.

We look forward to meeting you & sharing some time together creating amazing pieces whilst making new friends.

This is a free event.

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Please Note:

As our Hosts are all Volunteers we request our guests take responsibility to be supportive of the current COVID Safety Plans when required. Your assistance with these guidelines is much appreciated by the entire Befriend Team.

Due to recent recommendations surrounding COVID-19 it is requested where possible you bring your own materials & equipment to work with & everyone is asked to bring along their own hand sanitiser or antiseptic wipes.

You may be asked to sign in on entry and it will be greatly appreciated if everyone assists with the setting up, cleaning and pack down of the craft room and practice 1.5m distancing whilst in attendance.

For everyone's peace of mind and help towards us all staying well, if you are experiencing any cold or flu symptoms please stay home to recover.

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Hello fellow crafters.

As we count down the days til school term signals our official start up for Connect 4 Craft @ Bertram where we meet in the craft room at William Bertram Community Centre every Friday morning, some of us will take advantage of the community centres being open through school holidays and continue to meet every Friday morning from 10am til 12 noon for a casual catchup in the foyer space of the community centre.

You are welcome to bring along your craft project to work on and even if you just want to pop in for a cuppa and chat you'll find some of us there.

Please bring your own snacks and drinks if you so wish.

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A casual cycling group starting at the car park next to the Narrow’s Bridge (Point Belches, Mill Point Rd South Perth).

The ride is about 12 km total and usually takes about 45 minutes.

Starting at Point Belches riding along the designated bike path along the Swan River to Optus Stadium. We then cycle on the Matagarup Bridge continuing to follow the river to Elizabeth Quay then cycling back to the starting point in South Perth.

What you need to bring:
Your own bike
A helmet
Enclosed shoes
A bike lock
water bottle

please be mindful of social distancing, and stay home if unwell.

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Bring along your own craft , learn a new one or just come along for a chat. $5.00 for cuppa and extra if you want something to eat.

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Come and join us for the healthiest “sundowner” going!

Each week we walk/roll/stroll for 30 minutes south of Burns Beach on the sealed path returning as the sun sets. There are plenty of benches with beautiful views to make use of if you prefer not to walk the whole distance – we will collect you on our way back. Stay on to watch the changing colors of the sunset and for a chat. You can even just come for the catch-up at the end!

During January we meet at 6.30pm. We recommend comfortable shoes for walking, a hat, sunscreen and to bring water.

Dogs on lead welcome. Look for the yellow Befriend flag

Group expectations to stay COVID safe:
- Continue physical distancing (keeping 1.5m distance from others)
- Stay home if unwell (e.g. fever, cough, runny nose, sore throat etc)
- Seek testing for any COVID-19 symptoms and report a positive test result to the Befriend team as soon as possible
- Practice good hand hygiene and cough or sneeze into your elbow

This event usually attracts 10+ people so don't think you are the only one coming. (Advertised elsewhere)

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Join Befriend Members every Saturday from 10am til 1pm where they share their passion for Crocheting & Knitting.

This meet up is a casual social craft meet up and no matter what skill level you are at everyone is welcome.

Be inspired by others or challenge yourself to master a new design.

If it's your first time - your welcome to just pop in for a cuppa & observe before you take up the threads and find yourself hooked!

Plenty of skilled and helpful hands ready to get a beginner started as well.

You'll find us in the comfy seats of The Dome lounge area just outside the library entrance in the Carol Adams Lobby of The Darius Wells Library & Resource Centre enjoying a cuppa & no doubt some laughs.

We look forward to meeting you & sharing some time together creating amazing pieces.

This is a free event & you are welcome to purchase food & drinks from The Dome at your own expense.

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Please note: If you are unwell or showing any flu like symptoms we ask you not to attend and look forward to catching up at another time.

We also request when attending any Befriend event during COVID-19 restrictions to please ensure you have your own hand wash or antiseptic wipes on hand. Please follow recommended personal hygiene & safe social distancing practices.

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Chow down on tasty burgers at Grill’d. Join SANDIE for a burger and chat on a lazy Sunday afternoon. Make connections, new friends or just get out of the house for company. Everyone is very welcome. Expect to spend between $15-$30 on food and drinks. Venue: Grill’d Burgers, Great Eastern Highway, Belmont. After Epsom Avenue, Mitsubishi Trucks and opposite Ibis Budget Hotel.

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Bring your knitting ... or any other project you want to work on. Spend two hours just enjoying "me time". Chill out with some lovely people who'll make you feel welcome.

This group does a wide variety of projects ... as a collective crafting group we also make Uthanda dolls, boobies for mastectomy patients and fun decorations like flowers & butterflies.

We're in the process of contributing to other community necessities here & abroad... we've got our hand up to make pouches for orphaned joeys .... and other projects for girls in South Africa .. come join us, many hands make light work (luckily we're not a kitchen where tooo many cooks.....)

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Start off your week with a casual walk and chat around Yokine Reserve. The Befriend group meets every Monday and walks along the footpath for approximately 3km's (one lap) or longer depending on what people want to do on the day. Look for Jon with a black baseball cap and sunglasses on the grassed area (eastern side) in front of the change rooms. Group will be observing social distancing practices. All levels of fitness welcome!

Bus 19 from Perth Busport. See Transperth for up to date info:
https://www.transperth.wa.gov.au/Journey-Planner

Befriend groups exist to grow inclusive communities in which all people are valued & belong. For further info about Befriend click on the following link: https://befriend.org.au/

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Your invited to join Befriend Host Diane & friends for a casual pub lunch at The Well Tavern in Wellard Village on Monday, 1st February @ 12 noon.

Great menu to choose from and please note lunch is at your own expense. The Well Tavern offers a Seniors Lunch Menu for $18.95 which includes 4 options and served with a glass of house wine or middy house beer. They have a large selection on their regular menu to choose from and for our Befriend Meetup Group The Well kindly offer us an $8.50 Coffee & Cake deal for those with room for a sweet treat.
(Please note: the $8.50 special is for a standard tea or coffee. Additional fee will be charged for an Iced Coffee or Iced Chocolate being ordered)

To view the menu please visit the link below
https://www.thewelltavern.com.au/our-menu/

The Well is right opposite the Wellard Train Station so easily accessible by public transport from either Perth or Mandurah direction.

Please RSVP your attendance.

If you are unwell or showing any flu like symptoms we ask you not to attend and look forward to catching up at another time.

We also request when attending any event during COVID-19 alerts to please ensure you have your own hand wash and/or antiseptic wipes on hand.

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Beginners to advanced welcome. Bring your own materials or purchase a starter kit. $5.00 per session towards basic materials and tea/coffee.
For more information contact Befriend Host Irene on[masked].
Please wear closed in shoes and bring some safety glasses and an apron.

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