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Seniors Festival 2024

City of Parramatta Seniors Festival 2024 Events

 

The NSW Seniors Festival is an annual government initiative focused on celebrating the contributions of seniors in the local community. It is a great opportunity to explore your local area and find new ways to be social, learn new skills to improve quality of life and have fun!

City of Parramatta is committed to supporting the community in being active and engaged. This is done through a wide range of programs and services including accessible and inclusive fitness events held at the Parramatta Aquatic Centre, entertaining shows at the Riverside Theatre, fun workshops at various libraries, as well as online workshops for those who cannot physically attend events.

See below a wide range of free and discounted activities available for local seniors to enjoy during the 2024 festival.

29 February, 2024
  • The Wharf Revue is back for another year of sensational value!

    With over twenty-three years’ experience in the political satire space, Australia's most trusted revue-based practitioners continue the tradition with this year's hilarious offering: "Pride in Prejudice" ™.

    Date: 29 February - 2 March 2024
    Location/venue: Riverside Theatres
    Time: 29 Feb 7:30pm, 1 Mar 7:30pm, 2 Mar 2pm & 7:30pm
    Cost: From $59.50 (Senior Concession pricing available)

     

    Booking & Further details
4 March, 2024
7 March, 2024
  • Man playing the guitar

    Bob Marley: One Love celebrates the life and music of an icon who inspired generations through his message of love and unity.

    Through a powerful narrative of overcoming adversity, the film explores Bob Marley's revolutionary journey, showcasing the enduring impact of his messages of love and unity that continue to inspire generations.

    Date: 7 - 22 March 2024
    Time: 7 March 10:30am, 16 March 7:30pm, 22 March 7:30pm
    Location/venue: Riverside Theatres
    Cost from: $8 (Senior Concession pricing available)
     

    Booking & Further details
8 March, 2024
  • Wit

    Wit is not primarily a play about cancer, nor about the wit of John Donne – it is a play about the balance between head and heart; a play about life, death and the significance of a semicolon.

    Date: 8 - 9 March 2024
    Location/venue: Riverside Theatres
    Time: 8 Mar 8pm, 9 Mar 2:30pm & 8pm
    Cost: From $46, Seniors Concession pricing available

    Booking & Further details
  • Lady holding the TV camera

    Explore Australia's comedy legacy in a documentary on The Mavis Bramston Show.

    Since 1964, this groundbreaking political satire on ATN Channel 7 defined boldness, wit, and a reflection of the nation's soul. Led by a small cast, it set a lasting standard in TV comedy.

    Date: 8 – 16 March
    Time:  8 March 7:00pm, 14 March 10:30am, 16 March 3:00pm
    Location/venue: Riverside Theatres
    Cost from: $8 (Senior Concession pricing available)
     

    Booking & Further details
9 March, 2024
  • Man sitting on chair

    Hopes, dreams, and regrets are thrust into sharp focus in this one-man adaptation which explores the complexities of human emotions.

    Andrew Scott of Fleabag fame brings to life the emotions of hope, dreams, and regrets in a one-man adaptation of Chekhov's Uncle Vanya by Simon Stephens.

    Date: 9 – 17 March
    Time: 9 March 2:00pm, 15 March 7:00pm, 17 March 4:30pm
    Location/venue: Riverside Theatres
    Cost from: $20 (Senior Concession pricing available)
     

    Booking & Further details
  • Oscar nominated short films

    Oscar Animated and Live Action Shorts are at selected theatres during the 2024 Academy Awards.

    Watch the Live Action Short Films at Riverside Theatres which include “The After”, “Red, White and Blue”, “Knight of Fortune”, ”Invincible”, and “The Wonderful World of Henry Sugar”.

    Date: Saturday 9 March
    Time: 7:00pm
    Location/venue: Riverside Theatres
    Cost from: $11 (Senior Concession pricing available)
     

    Booking & Further details
10 March, 2024
  • Oscar nominated short films

    Oscar Animated and Live Action Shorts are at selected theatres during the 2024 Academy Awards.

    Watch the Animated Short Films at Riverside Theatres which include "Our Uniform," "Letter to a Pig," "Pachyderm," "Ninety-Five Senses," and "War is Over!" from various countries.

    Date: Sunday 10 March
    Time: 4:00pm
    Location/venue: Riverside Theatres
    Cost from: $11 (Senior Concession pricing available)
     

    Booking & Further details
11 March, 2024
  • Join the team at the PAC for a “Come and connect” event to celebrate Seniors Festival 2024.

    Meet the team for a launch event which includes a “Walk the ring” facility tour, where you can learn about our range of programs on offer and the benefits of adopting a healthy lifestyle.

    What to expect on the day

    • 11am to 12:00pm “Walk the ring” facility tour
    • 12:00pm to 12:30pm “Social tea and biscuits”
    • 12:30 to 3pm “Stay and play” enjoy full facility access
    • 1pm to 1:45pm Gentle Exercise Group fitness
    • 2:15 pm to 3pm Strength, stretch and balance Group Fitness

    Please, contact the customer service team to learn more.

    Date: Monday 11 March
    Time: 11am to 3pm
    Cost: FREE 
    Location: Parramatta Aquatic Centre at 7A Park Parade, Parramatta

    All participants who attend will receive 1 FREE facility access membership, limited between 9am to 3pm daily, expiring on Friday the 15th of March.

    *Spaces are limited, and bookings are essential. Please note that this is only available for people over the age of 60, people over the age of 50 with a lifelong disability and Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people over the age of 50.

    *Please select the button below that is applicable to you. All new visitors will be prompted to first set up a free guest account that will allow you access to the centre between Monday 11 March and Friday 15 March. Once set-up, you will then be able to view and book into the sessions available.

     

     

  • Join the PAC fitness team and get active with our new Gentle Exercise program.  
     
    Perfect for beginners and most abilities, enjoy low intensity and low impact exercises to keep your heart and lungs healthy.  
     
    Each session will be a mix of light aerobics, balance, co-ordination, strength, and mobility exercises to help you maintain a healthy lifestyle. 
     
    Modified exercises will be available to cater for beginners and most fitness levels. 

    Date: Monday 11 March
    Time: Monday 11 March 1pm-2pm (60min)
    Cost: FREE
    Location: Parramatta Aquatic Centre at 7A Park Parade, Parramatta

    *Spaces are limited, and bookings are essential. Please note that this is only available for people over the age of 60, people over the age of 50 with a lifelong disability and Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people over the age of 50.

    *Please select the button below that is applicable to you. All new visitors will be prompted to first set up a free guest account that will allow you access to the centre between Monday 11 March and Friday 15 March. Once set-up, you will then be able to view and book into the sessions available.

     

     

  • Join the PAC fitness team and get active with our new Strength, stretch and balance program. 
     
    Designed for all levels of ability, enjoy low impact exercises to keep your muscles strong and joints flexible.  Each session will begin with a mix of weights, balance, and co-ordination exercises, ending with a gentle stretch to keep you mobile. 
     
    Modified exercises will be available to cater for beginners and most fitness levels.   

    Date: Monday 11 March
    Time: 2:15pm - 3:00pm with Danielle (45min)
    Cost: FREE
    Location: Parramatta Aquatic Centre at 7A Park Parade, Parramatta

    *Spaces are limited, and bookings are essential. Please note that this is only available for people over the age of 60, people over the age of 50 with a lifelong disability and Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people over the age of 50.

    *Please select the button below that is applicable to you. All new visitors will be prompted to first set up a free guest account that will allow you access to the centre between Monday 11 March and Friday 15 March. Once set-up, you will then be able to view and book into the sessions available.

     

     

  • A low intensity and low impact exercise class designed to boost your overall health and wellbeing. Each session incorporates a mix of; light aerobics, balance, co-ordination, strength, and mobility to improve your joint, muscle, heart and lung health. 

    Date: Monday 11th and Monday 18th March 2024
    Location: Online - Zoom
    Time: 10:00AM to 10:45AM
    Cost: FREE

    Register here
  • Sound healing is an ancient wellness practice for healing, relaxation, and self-care. Singing Bowl Therapy uses metal bowls like musical instruments, that produce both sound and vibration.

    Date: Monday 11th March
    Time: 11:30AM - 12:30PM
    Cost: FREE
     

    Register here
  • Drop into the library to learn about maintaining a healthy brain and have fun with this informative display during NSW Seniors week.

    Date: Monday 11 - 24 March 2024
    Location/venue: Parramatta Library at PHIVE
    Time: 9:00am-5:00pm
    Cost: Free

     

    Booking & Further details
12 March, 2024
  • Delve into the captivating realm of botanical creativity and discover the art of preserving and arranging delicate blooms to craft your personalized, nature and inspired masterpieces.

    Date: 12 March 2024
    Location/venue: Carlingford Library
    Time: 10:30am-12:00pm
    Cost: Free

     

     

    Booking & Further details
  • Join the PAC fitness team and get active with our new Strength, stretch and balance program. 
     
    Designed for all levels of ability, enjoy low impact exercises to keep your muscles strong and joints flexible.  Each session will begin with a mix of weights, balance, and co-ordination exercises, ending with a gentle stretch to keep you mobile. 
     
    Modified exercises will be available to cater for beginners and most fitness levels.   

    Date: Tuesday 12 March
    Time: Tuesday 11am with Danielle (60min)
    Cost: FREE
    Location: Parramatta Aquatic Centre at 7A Park Parade, Parramatta

    *Spaces are limited, and bookings are essential. Please note that this is only available for people over the age of 60, people over the age of 50 with a lifelong disability and Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people over the age of 50.

    *Please select the button below that is applicable to you. All new visitors will be prompted to first set up a free guest account that will allow you access to the centre between Monday 11 March and Friday 15 March. Once set-up, you will then be able to view and book into the sessions available.

     

     

  • Join the PAC fitness team and get active with our new gentle aqua program. 
     
    In this very low impact group fitness class, enjoy the benefits of exercising in water to great music. 

    Boost circulation, improve mobility and keep your heart healthy, this session is designed for both beginners and intermediates.

    Modified exercises will be available to cater for beginners and most fitness levels.   

    Date: Tuesday 12 March
    Time slot:  12.30pm-1:15pm with Ing (45min) both days
    Cost: FREE
    Location: Parramatta Aquatic Centre at 7A Park Parade, Parramatta

    *Spaces are limited, and bookings are essential. Please note that this is only available for people over the age of 60, people over the age of 50 with a lifelong disability and Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people over the age of 50.

    *Please select the button below that is applicable to you. All new visitors will be prompted to first set up a free guest account that will allow you access to the centre between Monday 11 March and Friday 15 March. Once set-up, you will then be able to view and book into the sessions available.

     

     

  • The National Drowning Report for 2023 showed that 281 people drowned in Australian waterways.

    The PAC is passionate about keeping our community safe in, on and around water.

    This FREE session is facilitated by qualified aquatic staff and provides an opportunity to learn key drowning prevention and water safe actions, to help keep you and our community safe.

    Date: Tuesday 12 March
    Time: 12:30pm to 1pm (30min) 
    Cost: FREE
    Location: Parramatta Aquatic Centre at 7A Park Parade, Parramatta

    *Spaces are limited, and bookings are essential. Please note that this is only available for people over the age of 60, people over the age of 50 with a lifelong disability and Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people over the age of 50.

    *Please select the button below that is applicable to you. All new visitors will be prompted to first set up a free guest account that will allow you access to the centre between Monday 11 March and Friday 15 March. Once set-up, you will then be able to view and book into the sessions available.

     

     

  • Inspired by yoga, tai chi and breathing practices, Mobility Flow is a blend of low impact and low intensity exercises, poses and movement patterns designed to relieve muscle tightness, promote strength, and improve joint mobility.

    Date: Tuesday 12th and Tuesday 19th March 2024
    Location: Online - Zoom
    Time: 9:00AM to 9:45AM

    Register here
  • Enjoy low to moderate intensity aerobic exercises to great music, keeping your heart and lungs healthy. This program is progressive, gradually building your capacity to exercise by improving your stamina and endurance overtime. 

    Date: Tuesday 12th and Tuesday 19th March 2024
    Location: Online – Zoom
    Time: 10:00AM to 10:45AM
     

    Register here
  • Enjoy low to moderate intensity aerobic exercises to great music, keeping your heart and lungs healthy. This program is progressive, gradually building your capacity to exercise by improving your stamina and endurance overtime.

    Date: Tuesday 12th and Tuesday 19th March 2024 
    Location: Roselea Community Centre
    Time: 9:30AM to 10:15AM 
     

    Register here
  • A stronger core results in increased stability and improves balance, keeping healthy and active is a positive way to improve your health and build strength in your muscles. 

    Booking & Further details: To join this class please contact the community care team on (02) 9806 5121 or email communitycareadmin@cityofparramatta.nsw.gov.au

    Date: Tuesday 12th March
    Time: 09:15AM - 10:15AM
    Cost: FREE
     

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  • Zumba Gold is perfect for older adults who are looking for a modified Zumba® class that recreates the original moves you love at a lower-intensity. The design of the class introduces easy-to-follow Zumba® choreography that focuses on balance, range of motion and coordination. Come ready to sweat and prepare to leave empowered and feeling strong. The class focuses on all elements of fitness: cardiovascular, muscular conditioning, flexibility and balance.

    Booking & Further details: To join this class please contact the community care team on (02) 9806 5121 or email communitycareadmin@cityofparramatta.nsw.gov.au

    Date: Tuesday 12th March
    Time: 10:30AM - 11:30AM
    Cost: FREE
     

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13 March, 2024
  • A low intensity and low impact exercise class designed to boost your overall health and wellbeing. Each session incorporates a mix of; light aerobics, balance, co-ordination, strength, and mobility to improve your joint, muscle, heart and lung health.

    Date: Wednesday 13th and Wednesday 20th March 2024  
    Location: Wentworth Point Community Centre and Library
    Time: 12:30PM to 1:15PM
    Cost: FREE

    Register here
  • This program is designed to progressively strength your legs, upper body, core, forearm, and grip strength. Equipment needed: resistance bands/hand weights.

    Date: Wednesday 13th and Wednesday 20th March 2024  
    Location: Online – Zoom
    Time: 10:00AM to 10:45AM

    Register here
  • Join the PAC fitness team and get active with our new Gentle Exercise program.  
     
    Perfect for beginners and most abilities, enjoy low intensity and low impact exercises to keep your heart and lungs healthy.  
     
    Each session will be a mix of light aerobics, balance, co-ordination, strength, and mobility exercises to help you maintain a healthy lifestyle. 
     
    Modified exercises will be available to cater for beginners and most fitness levels. 

    Date: Wednesday 13 March
    Time: Wednesday 13 March 11am-12pm (60min)
    Cost: FREE
    Location: Parramatta Aquatic Centre at 7A Park Parade, Parramatta

    *Spaces are limited, and bookings are essential. Please note that this is only available for people over the age of 60, people over the age of 50 with a lifelong disability and Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people over the age of 50.

    *Please select the button below that is applicable to you. All new visitors will be prompted to first set up a free guest account that will allow you access to the centre between Monday 11 March and Friday 15 March. Once set-up, you will then be able to view and book into the sessions available.

     

     

  • The National Drowning Report for 2023 showed that 281 people drowned in Australian waterways.

    The PAC is passionate about keeping our community safe in, on and around water.

    This FREE session is facilitated by qualified aquatic staff and provides an opportunity to learn key drowning prevention and water safe actions, to help keep you and our community safe.

    Date: Wednesday 13 March
    Time: 12:30pm to 1pm (30min) 
    Cost: FREE
    Location: Parramatta Aquatic Centre at 7A Park Parade, Parramatta

    *Spaces are limited, and bookings are essential. Please note that this is only available for people over the age of 60, people over the age of 50 with a lifelong disability and Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people over the age of 50.

    *Please select the button below that is applicable to you. All new visitors will be prompted to first set up a free guest account that will allow you access to the centre between Monday 11 March and Friday 15 March. Once set-up, you will then be able to view and book into the sessions available.

     

     

  • It’s perfect for tired or sore muscles, ideal for beginners, or for those seeking slow and mindful practice to balance out the bustle.

    Booking & Further details: To join this class please contact the community care team on (02) 9806 5121 or email communitycareadmin@cityofparramatta.nsw.gov.au

    Date: Wednesday 13th March
    Time: 10:30AM - 11:30AM
    Cost: FREE
     

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  • Played as a singles or doubles game using 4 balls of different colours. The object is to get the balls through a series of hoops by a combination of shots whilst denying the opportunity of your opponent doing so. 

    Date: Wednesday 13th March
    Time: 09:00am - 11:00am
    Cost: FREE

    Register here
  • Discover the convenience of online banking in our workshop with Tech Savvy Seniors, presented in Mandarin. Held in the IDEAS Lab in Parramatta Library at PHIVE.

    Date: 13 March 2024
    Location/venue: Parramatta Library at PHIVE
    Time: 10:00am-12:00pm
    Cost: Free

     

    Booking & Further details
  • Learn how to organise and manage your computer files and other digital assets such as passwords, etc.

    Date: 13 March 2024
    Location/venue: Ermington Library
    Time: 2:00pm-3:00pm
    Cost: Free

     

    Booking & Further details
14 March, 2024
  • Delve into the captivating realm of botanical creativity and discover the art of preserving and arranging delicate blooms to craft your personalized, nature and inspired masterpieces.

    Date: 14 March 2024
    Location/venue: Constitution Hill Library
    Time: 10:30am-12:00pm
    Cost: Free

     

    Booking & Further details
  • Join the PAC fitness team and get active with our new Strength, stretch and balance program. 
     
    Designed for all levels of ability, enjoy low impact exercises to keep your muscles strong and joints flexible.  Each session will begin with a mix of weights, balance, and co-ordination exercises, ending with a gentle stretch to keep you mobile. 
     
    Modified exercises will be available to cater for beginners and most fitness levels.   

    Date: Thursday 14 March
    Time: Thursday 11am with May (60 min)
    Cost: FREE
    Location: Parramatta Aquatic Centre at 7A Park Parade, Parramatta

    *Spaces are limited, and bookings are essential. Please note that this is only available for people over the age of 60, people over the age of 50 with a lifelong disability and Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people over the age of 50.

    *Please select the button below that is applicable to you. All new visitors will be prompted to first set up a free guest account that will allow you access to the centre between Monday 11 March and Friday 15 March. Once set-up, you will then be able to view and book into the sessions available.

     

     

  • Join the PAC fitness team and get active with our new gentle aqua program. 
     
    In this very low impact group fitness class, enjoy the benefits of exercising in water to great music. 

    Boost circulation, improve mobility and keep your heart healthy, this session is designed for both beginners and intermediates.

    Modified exercises will be available to cater for beginners and most fitness levels.   

    Date: Thursday 14 March
    Time slot:  12.30pm-1:15pm with Ing (45min) both days
    Cost: FREE
    Location: Parramatta Aquatic Centre at 7A Park Parade, Parramatta

    *Spaces are limited, and bookings are essential. Please note that this is only available for people over the age of 60, people over the age of 50 with a lifelong disability and Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people over the age of 50.

    *Please select the button below that is applicable to you. All new visitors will be prompted to first set up a free guest account that will allow you access to the centre between Monday 11 March and Friday 15 March. Once set-up, you will then be able to view and book into the sessions available.

     

     

  • The National Drowning Report for 2023 showed that 281 people drowned in Australian waterways.

    The PAC is passionate about keeping our community safe in, on and around water.

    This FREE session is facilitated by qualified aquatic staff and provides an opportunity to learn key drowning prevention and water safe actions, to help keep you and our community safe.

    Date: Thursday 14 March
    Time: 12:30pm to 1pm (30min) 
    Cost: FREE
    Location: Parramatta Aquatic Centre at 7A Park Parade, Parramatta

    *Spaces are limited, and bookings are essential. Please note that this is only available for people over the age of 60, people over the age of 50 with a lifelong disability and Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people over the age of 50.

    *Please select the button below that is applicable to you. All new visitors will be prompted to first set up a free guest account that will allow you access to the centre between Monday 11 March and Friday 15 March. Once set-up, you will then be able to view and book into the sessions available.

     

     

  • "Meet Mark Cowper, an experienced tennis coach with a passion to teach and spread his love of tennis. This program is designed to improve your fundamentals in the skills of tennis with fun activities in a non-judgemental environment.

    Booking & Further details: To join this class please contact the community care team on (02) 9806 5121 or email communitycareadmin@cityofparramatta.nsw.gov.au

    Date: Thursday 14th March
    Time: 09:30AM - 10:30AM
    Cost: FREE
     

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  • Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of dementia and a rapidly growing medical crisis. In 25 years, 1 million people in Australia are expected to have dementia. Research into the causes of Alzheimer’s disease is urgently needed to help combat this and improve the lives of people touched by this disease.

    Date: 14 March 2024
    Location/venue: Parramatta Library at PHIVE
    Time: 11:00am-12:00pm
    Cost: Free

     

    Booking & Further details
15 March, 2024
  • Wrap up the week with our final event.

    Bring a thermos or your favourite mug (helps us reduce waste) and share a warm cup of tea/coffee and bite to eat with new friends. 

    This is a great opportunity to get to know your new friends a little better and make meaningful connections in your local community. You will also have the chance to interact with our staff and talk about your experience with the PAC.

    If you enjoyed your time with us, we encourage you to maintain your new healthy lifestyle and chat to staff about our discounted membership offers.

    Date: Friday 15 March 
    Time: 10am to 11:30am
    Location: Parramatta Aquatic Centre at 7A Park Parade, Parramatta

    Booking required; this event is open to all participants who registered for activities throughout the week. 

    *Please select the button below that is applicable to you. All new visitors will be prompted to first set up a free guest account that will allow you access to the centre between Monday 11 March and Friday 15 March. Once set-up, you will then be able to view and book into the sessions available.

     

     

  • A low intensity and low impact exercise class designed to boost your overall health and wellbeing. Each session incorporates a mix of; light aerobics, balance, co-ordination, strength, and mobility to improve your joint, muscle, heart and lung health.

    Date: Friday 15th and Friday 22nd March 2024
    Location: Online - Zoom
    Time: 10:00AM to 10:45AM
     

    Register here
  • Enjoy low to moderate intensity aerobic exercises to great music, keeping your heart and lungs healthy. This program is progressive, gradually building your capacity to exercise by improving your stamina and endurance overtime.

    Date: Friday 15th and Friday 22nd March 2024
    Location: Online - Zoom
    Time: 11:15AM to 12:00PM
     

    Register here
  • Participants come together for weekly to engage in light stretching and vocal warm-up exercises, to learn effective vocal technique, and to practice the songs chosen for that session. The exercises are designed to increase stamina and improve balance, posture, and breathing.

    Booking & Further details: To join this class please contact the community care team on (02) 9806 5121 or email communitycareadmin@cityofparramatta.nsw.gov.au

    Date: Friday 15th March
    Time: 10:00AM - 12:00PM
    Cost: FREE
     

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  • Join this invigorating one hour journey through Parramatta in the comfort of your chair. This presentation will give you historical and modern insights into Parramatta, how the town was established and why. Hear how the City developed into what you see today. After the talk join us for a cup of tea or coffee, ask questions and reminisce. This is brought to you by the City of Parramatta, PHIVE Programming as part of the yearly Seniors Festival.

    Bookings are essential.

    Date and Times
    Fri 15 Mar 2024 02:00PM-03:30PM
    Tue 19 Mar 2024 10:00AM-11:30AM

    Price
    FREE

    Venue
    PHIVE - 5 Parramatta Square, Parramatta NSW 2150

    Important Information:

    Bookings Close 1 day(s) before event date and time. This 1 hour presentation is free, however, registrations are required.  This activity is for Seniors 55 years and over only. 
    If for you are unable to attend, please contact us via: education@cityofparramatta.nsw.gov.au 

    Meet: Level 3, Room 3.01 (right hand side of lifts) PHIVE. Please arrive 5-10 minutes prior to commencement of activity 
     

    Booking
  • This workshop is about making you aware of some of the risks that exist on the internet, and the precautions you can take to defend yourself against them. It’s not that hard to keep yourself safe, you just need to follow some simple rules. You will learn the things that can potentially go wrong and the simple steps you can take to avoid them.

    Date: 15 March 2024
    Location/venue: Dundas Library
    Time: 10:00am-12:00pm
    Cost: Free

     

    Booking & Further details
19 March, 2024
  • A tussie mussie is a small flower arrangement of fragrant herbs and blooms popular in Victorian times. Join Darren, from the Royal Botanic Gardens to learn the art of floral arranging and the meaning of flowers.

    Date: 19 March 2024
    Location/venue: Parramatta Library at PHIVE
    Time: 10:00am-12:00pm
    Cost: Free

     

    Booking & Further details
  • Join this invigorating one hour journey through Parramatta in the comfort of your chair. This presentation will give you historical and modern insights into Parramatta, how the town was established and why. Hear how the City developed into what you see today. After the talk join us for a cup of tea or coffee, ask questions and reminisce. This is brought to you by the City of Parramatta, PHIVE Programming as part of the yearly Seniors Festival.

    Bookings are essential.

    Date and Times
    Tue 19 Mar 2024 10:00AM-11:30AM 

    Price
    FREE

    Venue
    PHIVE - 5 Parramatta Square, Parramatta NSW 2150

    Important Information:

    Bookings Close 1 day(s) before event date and time. This 1 hour presentation is free, however, registrations are required.  This activity is for Seniors 55 years and over only. 
    If for you are unable to attend, please contact us via: education@cityofparramatta.nsw.gov.au 

    Meet: Level 3, Room 3.01 (right hand side of lifts) PHIVE. Please arrive 5-10 minutes prior to commencement of activity 
     

    Booking
20 March, 2024
  • Walk through the internet’s most popular social media applications. By the end of this session you’ll have a good overview of what social media is and which services you can use and when, and what they can do. This event will be held in the IDEAS Lab on level 1 of Parramatta Library at PHIVE.

    Date: 20 - 27 March 2024
    Location/venue: Parramatta Library at PHIVE
    Time: 10:00am-12:00pm
    Cost: Free

     

    Booking & Further details
21 March, 2024
  • A star is born

    A film star's decline due to age and alcoholism coincides with young singer Esther Blodgett's rapid rise to Hollywood stardom. Renamed Vicki Lester, her marriage to the troubled star, Norman Maine, faces challenges, ending tragically as Maine battles career decline and alcoholism.

    Date: Thursday 21 March
    Time: 10:30am
    Location/venue: Riverside Theatres
    Cost from: $8 (Senior Concession pricing available)
     

    Booking & Further details
  • Red and purple background with wording My Favorite Things

    A star-studded concert at London's restored Theatre Royal Drury Lane celebrates the iconic partnership of Rodgers and Hammerstein. Directed by Christopher Gattelli, it features international talents and original arrangements of timeless songs from beloved musicals with a 40-piece orchestra.

    Date: 21 March – 4 April
    Time: 21 March 7:00pm, 23 March 4:00pm, 4 April 10:30am
    Location/venue: Riverside Theatres
    Cost from: $8 (Senior Concession pricing available)
     

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  • This seminar will be hosted by experts from the Age Lab, MARCS Institute for Brain, Behaviour and Development, Western Sydney University.

    Connect with researchers in interactive sessions, learn more about ageing and cognitive well-being, and bring home exclusive door gifts.

    Date: 21 March 2024
    Location/venue: Parramatta Library at PHIVE
    Time: 10:30am-11:30am
    Cost: Free

     

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23 March, 2024
  • Vika & Linda present a very special show, accompanied by their close collaborator and producer Cameron Bruce on grand piano, in a concert that will truly showcase the rich beauty of their voices together.

    Date: Saturday 23 March 2024
    Location/venue: Riverside Theatres
    Time: 8pm
    Cost: $68

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24 March, 2024
  • The multi-generational ensemble led by Hamed Sadeghi and comprised of internationally renowned Australian Jazz figures Sandy Evans, Paul Cutlan and Lloyd Swanton and rising stars Michael Avgenicos, Thomas Avgenicos and Adem Yilmaz, delivers a mystique work, filling you with love.

    Date: Sunday 24 March 2024
    Location/venue: Riverside Theatres
    Time: 4pm
    Cost: From $32.50 Seniors Concession pricing available

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28 March, 2024
  • Man and Woman in hats

    To make his ex-partner jealous, a nightclub performer hires a naive dancer. Astaire and Garland shine in the film, performing classic songs like "Easter Parade" and "Steppin' Out with My Baby" by Irving Berlin.

    Date: Thursday 28 March
    Time: 10:30am
    Location/venue: Riverside Theatres
    Cost from: $8 (Senior Concession pricing available)
     

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