What’s On in the Befriend Social Network?
You're invited!
Here’s what the Perth community is inviting you to over the next few weeks – come say hi!
If you’re looking to try out a new experience, learn a new skill, meet some new people, share something you love doing, get out and about in nature or just practice your social confidence… then you’ve come to the right place!
All Befriend groups are run and hosted by warm, everyday locals who bravely throw out an open-invitation to the world to just do something fun together – whether that’s a roll and stroll around the park, a game of bowling, or just a coffee and a chat, there’s always a spot in this community with your name in it!
Check out what local folks are hosting in the Befriend Social Network this month
Check out what’s happening in your local area this month with our interactive event map below. You can open the map in a full-screen window using the button beneath it.
If you find an event you like the sound of, click on it to head over to the community Meetup page where you can RSVP, reach out to the group host, and find all the information you need!
Upcoming Events
These downloadable calendars show you the groups that are getting together over the next few weeks in the following local areas. Have a browse and if you see something you like the sound of, message the group Host to let them know you’re coming… or just pop on by!
If you’d like to chat with one of our Community Building team about any of these gatherings or just because you need a little extra encouragement to get there, then reach out to us!
Same events, different way of viewing them!
Below you can view our upcoming events in a more regular calendar layout.
March 16, 2026
Possibility Fellowship 2026
March 13, 2026 – May 30, 2026
Reimagining new possibilities for how we live as communities, together.
What is the Possibility Fellowship?
The course aims to offer an embodied understanding of how communing and the quality of our relationships is the foundation of community. It hopes to nourish our individual and collective capacity to adapt to the ever-changing complexities of life, finding new ways of living together that are enlivening for us all.
Is this for me?
Yes, if you....
- Wish to connect more deeply with yourself and with others
- Are at a crossroads in your life and looking for new direction or inspiration
- Are active in community, supporting marginalised groups or advocating for change…
- Are seeking to find and nourish your own voice and calling, be it in the domain of policy or politics, science or scholarship
What might the benefits be?
You are likely to:
- Experience and deepen your capacity for ‘communing’ — showing up with one another with genuine appreciation and deep respect — as the foundation of community.
- Make and deepen relationships within and beyond your Fellowship group, including with people from diverse backgrounds and life experiences.
- Review your assumptions and perhaps see life and the world differently.
- Gain confidence and inspiration for combining with others and taking meaningful action.
- Play with the question “Who can I be with you, and who can you be with me?”
Please download the full fellowship PDF here
You can apply HERE or email Peter or Nicola if you have any questions:
What past participants had to say:
“Last weekend I finished the most amazing course I have done so far. Words would never be enough to express my journey throughout The Possibility Fellowship. The course was a story-filled exploration of what's possible for me and my communities, for reimagining new possibilities for me, others and the world.”
– Patricia Villa
“When I started I was in limbo. Do I walk back on the path I was going on, or do I try to find something different, something new? I learned that my community work doesn’t have to be grand, that it can start from the people all around me. The Fellowship experience gave me clarity about my gifts and confidence to give them.”
– Leo Wu
Please apply here
Buy Tickets6:00 am: Manning Walk & Run - Weekstarter
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March 16, 2026
Join us for a weekly walk or run.
Meet in the Manning Laneway, Welwyn Ave Manning (at the shops).
We will walk for around 3km, or run up to 5km and be back around 6:45am for a coffee at Henry M's.
Tell your friends.
Look out for the bright yellow Befriend sign.
To stay updated or ask questions, join our WhatsApp group.
10:00 am: Connect coffee and colour in 🎨☕️
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March 16, 2026
🎨☕ 🌈
Hi I'm Jenna
Come join us for coffee and coloring! It’s a fun way to connect with others locally in the community and get to know each other. Everyone’s welcome—we’ll enjoy a coffee together and be coloring in. I’ll be bringing along coloring books, painting pads and oil pastels
Feel free to bring along your own art project or invite a friend to join the fun!
This is an 18+ event.
Look for the yellow bear 🐻 and Befriend flags and banners at the table to find us!
Wheelchair accessibility – Let us know in advance so we can request the doors be opened.
Please reach out with any accessibility needs so we can make this a safe and welcoming space for everyone! 🌼 My number 0459565872 if you have any questions.
1:30 pm: Belmont: Crochet/ knitting at Craig care
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March 16, 2026
How does making toys using crochet techniques or knitting toys?
If you like the idea of doing that please join us at Craig Care retirement home in Ascot . We will be located in wellness area on the ground floor.
Please bring yarn, needles or crochet hooks and small scissors . I will also bring some yarn and knitting needles/ hooks if you need.
Please push the buzzer on the gate and say you’re with the Befriend group. Once in the lobby please are sign in using the pad provided . You will need to sign out as well.
There is a cafe onsite if you want to buy a coffee. There is parking availability onsite .
5:00 pm: Belmont: Board games at Dome Cafe
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March 16, 2026
Do you like board games?
Then join Caroline and Monica. At the Dome cafe meeting room every second Monday afternoon Belmont
We will be bringing several different games to play and welcome any to bring their own games.
Dinner can bee brought at thee Dome.
5:00 pm: Butler Mahjong
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March 16, 2026
Monday Mahjong Meetup - All Welcome!
Join us every Monday from 5.00 pm to 7.00 pm at Dome Butler for a relaxed and friendly Mahjong gathering.
Whether you're completely new or an experienced player, this group is all about connection, equal participation, and having fun together. We'll help beginners learn the basics, and seasoned players can enjoy lively games and great company.
Come along, make new friends, and enjoy a warm, inclusive atmosphere where everyone is welcome.
Bring your curiosity, your enthusiasm, and we'll supply the tiles!
6:15 pm: Two Rocks Yanchep Ukulele
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March 16, 2026
Ukulele players and learners meet on a weekly basis to have fun and make music!
All ages welcome. Minors to be accompanied by an adult
Mondays 6:15 - 8pm at Oldham Park Clubroom, Yanchep
Cost $2 a session
Enquires: Sharon on 0439 696 052
7:00 pm: Transform Your Relationships and Communication - Warwick
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March 16, 2026
Are you struggling with challenges in your relationships with others - at home, at work, or with friends?
Or have you had a falling out with someone you care about, and you want to heal and strengthen your relationship with them?
Or maybe your relationships are going well, but you want to deepen your connection and prevent future problems?
If so, come and join our free weekly class - a relaxed community space to explore practical tools, fresh ideas, and real conversations that help you communicate more effectively and strengthen your relationships.
This group is also advertised outside Meetup, and regulars don’t RSVP every week. So don’t worry if you don't see many attendees below - there’s always a great group there!
What You’ll Get Out of These Classes
Each week, we’ll explore key principles, techniques and skills to help you:
✅ Communicate more clearly and constructively
✅ Encourage others to open up and communicate freely with you
✅ Prevent misunderstandings, arguments and fights
✅ Navigate and handle painful emotions without shutting down or blowing up
✅ Resolve practical problems, contentious issues and conflicts in your relationships
✅ Rebuild trust, heal and strengthen your relationships
This class runs every week and focuses on a new topic each time - you’ll always learn a ton of new things and have plenty of “aha!” moments!
You can use what you learn in any relationship context (partners, families, friendships, colleagues, networks) so it’s totally fine to come if you’re single.
No previous experience or skills are needed, and people of any age, gender and background are welcome 🙂
Please note: This class is not a form of therapy or counselling. It’s a community-based space for reflection, discussion, and learning practical strategies. If you're facing a crisis or needing mental health support, please seek help from a qualified professional or support service.
What These Classes Look Like
Each class is a combination of:
👨🏼🏫 Interactive presentations
📋 Real life examples and case studies
🗨 Group discussion and Q&A
🛠 Practical exercises and activities
The classes always provide a safe and supportive environment, while being casual and fun - it's an awesome group of people!
You’ll have a great time and learn a ton of valuable stuff, and you’ll leave each class feeling clearer, more in control and really happy you came 🙂
Event Details
🗓 Day: Every Monday
⏰ Time: 7:00pm to ~8:30pm
📍 Where: Dorchester Hall - 2 Dugdale St (corner of Dorchester Ave) Warwick
💰 Cost: Free
📝 Bring: Pen and paper or device for notes
Come and join us - hit the "Attend" button to RSVP and we'll see you there!
About Your Host
Hi, I’m AJ.
I’ve been exploring relationships and communication passionately for the past 20 years, and I’ve been helping people in this area professionally for the past 10 years.
Over that time, I've built a huge base of knowledge, skills, tools and techniques, as well as developing a few systems and processes of my own.
I’m always excited to share what I've learned to help people transform their relationships and communication - and that’s what this class is all about!
I'm also passionate about contributing and having an impact. This class is my latest volunteer project, and I’d love for you to be part of it.
Feel free to reach out if you have any questions.
I’m looking forward to meeting and connecting with you 🙂
AJ
Frequently asked questions
How do I find groups taking place near me?
Hosts list their event on a website called Meetup. It’s easy to use, free to create a profile and simple to look at all the events taking place across Perth! Whilst there isn’t an easy way to see events geographically, Hosts usually list the location of the event in the title.
You can also check out the map above, where you can look at the red pins, which mark events taking place in that area over the next 7 days.
If none of this floats your boat, then just give us a call or text, and we can help you find a local event you might be interested in!
How will I know who the Host is when I get to the venue?
Look for a yellow Befriend flag or a yellow table topper! Once a Host completes our Host training workshop, they receive a flag and/or table topper to help their group stand out from the crowd! Many Hosts are available to contact via Meetup too, so once you’ve RSVP’d to a gathering, you could always reach out to say hello and warmly introduce yourself.
Can young people and children attend?
Generally speaking, Befriend groups are for adults over the age of 18. There might be the occasional event where this isn’t the case (e.g. a picnic or end-of-year celebration) but broadly speaking, the Befriend Social Network is for adults looking to make new connections.
Are support workers and carers welcome to attend a group too?
Of course! Befriend groups really are a welcoming, comfortable space for anyone to pop along to, so if you’re supporting someone who is keen to get out and socialise, you’d be very welcome to accompany them and participate as much or as little as you’d like. You do you!
I can’t see any events I want to go to / that are happening near me. What now?
All groups taking place across The Befriend Social Network are run by local community members around Perth who have a desire and passion for getting to know people in their local community. These wonderful humans are called Hosts. Our role as an organisation is really about supporting those local people and their groups to thrive.
We aren’t able to control which events take place, when, or where they happen, as it really takes a community member just like you to put their hand up to give hosting a local group a go!
So, if there’s nothing happening in your neighbourhood that takes your fancy, you might need to travel to another suburb to find something, or, hey, maybe it’s time for you to bring The Befriend Social Network to your ‘hood and become a Host so you can put on your own group!
How many people usually go to a gathering?
Groups are generally small gatherings of between 3-15 people. It varies, depending on the activity and sometimes, how long the group has been running.
I am a carer of someone who might really enjoy participating in The Befriend Social Network. How can I connect them with you?
Thanks for thinking of us – we’d love to share more information about Befriend with anyone who has a yearning for community, is keen to experience new things, or just wants to sweeten their social life. The best way to connect us is to pass on our contact information or send them a link to our website. They’d be welcome to email, call, text, or even direct message on our social accounts! Once we’ve heard from them, a Befriendly Community Builder can get in touch for a chat and see what we can do to support their connectedness!
