The AWA has a number of Social and Activity Groups for it's members, catering for a diverse range of interests.
Angel Network
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The angel network keeps in touch and assists our members in times of joy and in times of grief.
If you know of someone who needs an Angel meal, greeting card, or just a friendly phone call, please contact me!
Bayside Memory Makers meets once a month for a few hours of scrapbooking. Morning tea is provided and Lunch is BYO.
We have access to Creative Memories consultant Brin Nadler for supplies and ideas, and welcome all AWA scrappers no matter what their scrapping "persuasion". It's a great day for fun, companionship and creativity. Please join us!
The Morning Book Talk Group meets once a month. Prior to our meeting, a choice of books are selected so that each member has time to read the book and come prepared to discuss their ideas. We choose a diverse selection of books and then meet up for coffee at a members house for the chance to share our thoughts on and disover other "secrets of reading". We always love to share our ideas as well as meet new faces. Any of those who fancy a read, please join us!
The evening Book Talk Group meets once a month. Prior to our meeting, a choice of books are selected so that each member has time to read the book and come prepared to discuss their ideas. We choose a diverse selection of books and then meet up for dinner at a restaurant (usually in the CBD) in keeping with the theme for our book. Over a delicious meal, we have the opportunity to share our thoughts and see others views about the books we've just completed. We always love to share our ideas as well as meet new faces. Any of those who fancy a read, please join us!
Strictly speaking, bunko is a game of dice, played in rounds. Players take turns rolling the dice and trying to accumulate as many points as possible to win each round. The game is played at tables of four in competing teams of two.
For us? Bunko is a social event. It's a party.. it's a blast! We get together once a month, leaving the cares and worries behind, to enjoy each others company and have a bit of fun. All are welcome to join. Please contact us if you're interested in finding out more about Bunko.
Class Acts
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Class Acts is a group of women who enjoy learning about Melbourne and all of it's cultural offerings. Our monthly group outings take us all around Melbourne, most recently to the National Gallery of Victoria for the Picasso exhibit. We are always looking for new and old members to spend a few hours discovering all that Melbourne has to offer
Morning Coffee meets once a month at a members house for a chance to catch up and say "hi". All are welcome to join us. We look forward to seeing you there!
Compass is an inter-denominational bible study group that meets twice a month at members homes for inspiring discussions, fellowship and of course coffee! We are currently studying "Becoming a Woman of Excellence." No experience in Bible study is necessary. We welcome new members however we are not set up to accomodate young children. Please let us know if you are interested.
We are a small group of members who get together in Cheryl's home in Canterbury for morning coffee, snacks, lunch and of course scrap booking. We share photos and memories chat the whole while and have lots of fun. Cheryl serves coffee, tea, and lunch but a plate to share is appreciated as well.
GenX is a group of young women who enjoy getting together for social activities outside of working hours, as most of us work the traditional 9-5. Past events have included dinner, drinks, bowling and movies, pampering weekends away, and creative endeavors.
We usually meet once a month, and sometimes have extra get togethers thrown in the mix. While events are generally "ladies only", there are partner/spouse inclusive events as well. We seem to have one or two new women join our group every month and we would love to continue growing. All are welcome!
The AWA Activity Golf meets once a month. Presently we're a small group, and no one is Greg Norman. If you're just learning or advanced and just looking for another opportunity to play, we'd love to have you join us. We normally play 9 holes in the morning taking turns deciding the golf course & stop for 1/2 hour for a coffee/sandwich at the end. ALL ARE WELCOME!!!
All things Gourmet meets once a month (except for Dec and Jan) with annual plans being set at the beginning of the year and hosts chosen for each month.
Each month, the host chooses a menu depending on her preferences and interests. 2 weeks prior to the meeting date the hostess mails out the menu and each member choses on a first come, first basis one dish to cook. The hostess provides wine, coffee and bread, etc. It's a wonderful afternoon to enjoy meeting new members and catching up with old friends while enjoying fine foods.
The great thing about our group activity is that you cook only cook one dish but you get to enjoy another 6-7 that make up the full lunch! New members are always welcome to our group. As not every member is not able to attend all the meetings, if you can come a few meetings a year, just sign up and come when you can. We are very relaxed food lovers. Have fun with us.
Like Jazz? Want to join in with others who enjoy Jazz too? We meet throughout the year and go listen to live jazz. Melbourne is the city for live music venues, so come and enjoy a relaxing night with us.
Feel the rythym! Join us for Latin American Dancing. Meeting several times throughout the year for a night of Latin Dancing - beginners and experienced are all welcome!
Mom and Tots Playgroup meets once a month and is an opportunity for the mothers to get out for a few hours to meeting up with other moms and allowing our young ones to socialize together. There are varying ages of children in our group, and all are welcome. So whether you've got a newborn through to toddlers and kids, come and join us, we'd love to have you.
Calling all Movie Buffs, or those who just enjoy a quality flick. Movie Night group gets together once a month at different venues around Melbourne (often the Jam Factory or Chadstones) to watch a movie and then follow up with dinner. We're always happy to have more join in, and spouse/partners are welcome as well.
Out-to-Lunch Bunch
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The Out to Lunch Bunch are a group of women who enjoy getting together on a monthly basis for a bite to eat, coffee and conversation. We meet out for lunch at restaurants across Melbourne and are always looking for new members to join us.
PALS are the Permanent Americans in our group. Those of us who are here for the long haul and want to meet and know others who are in the same boat. We meet and socialize on a quarterly basis for a chance to catch up and meet new and old members.
All are welcome!
Interested in a hit of tennis? Still learning or very experienced? We have members at all levels who enjoy a chance to get out and socialize and have a game. We're always looking for more people to join our social group for an hour or two of play.
All walkers - or "wannabe" walkers are invited to join us for a walk and a coffee. Mom with a and pram looking to get out? Or just want a bit of exercise and coffee? All are welcome and invited to join the group.
Enjoy a good glass of red? Want to learn more and share your hidden secrets with a group of wine lovers? Join our group to explore the diversity and spectrum of Australian wines. New and old members are always welcome!
