Reginald Murphy Community Centre open day

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Come check out the Reginald Murphy Community Centre open day - tons of fun activities, food, and a chance to meet your neighbours!

Reginald Murphy Community Centre

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Enjoy exercise classes, workshops and inclusive events at our 8 community and recreation centres.

Welcome to the Reginald Murphy Community Centre open day! Join us for a day filled with fun activities, tours, and more at our community centre. Explore our facilities, meet our staff, and learn about the programs we offer. Whether you're a long-time resident or new to the area, this event is a great opportunity to connect with your community. Bring your friends and family along for a day of excitement and discovery. We can't wait to see you there! Come and explore the <a href="https://www.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/community-centres/reginald-murphy-community-centre" title="https://www.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/community-centres/reginald-murphy-community-centre" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">centre's facilities</a>. Learn about our fantastic range of programs and services, and even try out a gentle exercise class and some singing!We’ve got an action-packed program of taster classes, a mental health art therapy workshop and a sausage sizzle!Our friendly team will show you around the centre and provide information about our classes, self-serve computers and other services.<a href="https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/reginald-murphy-community-centre-open-day-tickets-1038549007037?aff=oddtdtcreator" title="https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/reginald-murphy-community-centre-open-day-tickets-1038549007037?aff=oddtdtcreator">Bookings recommended</a> for each activity. Programs:<ul><li>10am to 12pm: acting class taste tester in Small Room</li><li>11:30am to 1:30pm: art therapy workshop with Mary-Helen</li><li>12pm: Acknowledgement of Country/ Official Ceremony of Open Day</li><li>12.15pm to 12.30pm: live music with Jay Dahzen</li><li>12:15pm to 1pm: Living Longer Living Stronger 50-minute exercise class</li><li>12:30pm to 1pm: singing group performance</li><li>1pm to 3pm: singing class workshop in small room area</li></ul> Other activities on the day:<ul><li>10am to 2pm: pop-up waste education stall - learn from our waste avoidance experts about free and <a href="https://cityofsydney.cmail19.com/t/j-l-gtrlljk-iyhhtyluuj-m/" title="https://cityofsydney.cmail19.com/t/j-l-gtrlljk-iyhhtyluuj-m/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">easy ways to recycle tricky household items</a> like blister packs, polystyrene, x-rays, CDs and paint.</li><li>12:30pm to 2pm: table tennis, snooker, cards, kids books and toys</li></ul>We aim to deliver inclusive and accessible events. If you have any particular access or communication needs, please contact Bishop, Community Services Worker, on 02 9265 9133 or <a href="mailto:blaryea@cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au" title="mailto:blaryea@cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">blaryea@cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au</a>The City of Sydney's <a href="https://www.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/community-centres/reginald-murphy-community-centre" title="https://www.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/community-centres/reginald-murphy-community-centre" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Reginald Murphy Community Centre</a> is open Monday to Friday, 9:30am until 3:30pm. There are a table tennis and snooker table, computers, wifi, books to borrow, a piano to play and sewing machines to use, and tea and coffee, all for free. Everyone is welcome!Subscribe to the <a href="https://confirmsubscription.com/h/j/B6990BA7933F416D" title="https://confirmsubscription.com/h/j/B6990BA7933F416D" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Reg Murphy Community Centre Newsletter</a>

Agenda

Learn from our teacher who has over 20 years experience in the industry. Suitable for adults. All levels of physical, mental and vocal ability welcome. No acting experience required.

Acting class taste tester

Learn from our waste avoidance experts about free and easy ways to recycle tricky household items like blister packs, polystyrene, x-rays, CDs and paint. 

Waste education pop-up stall

Included in General Admission registration.

Official proceedings and Acknowledgement of Country

Included in General Admission registration. 

Live music with Jay Dahzen

A progressive strength and balance program designed to improve your strength, balance and mobility. 

Living Longer Living Stronger gentle exercise class

A performance from our regular singing group at Reginald Murphy Community Centre. 

Singing group performance

Play with other visitors to the centre and get to know your neighbours. Included in General Admission registration. 

Table tennis, snooker, card games, kids books and toys

Art therapy is a safe and supportive space to explore and engage with the creative process. It can help you express yourself, focus, relax and connect with others. No art experience required.

Art therapy workshop

Sing together choir-style, guided by our professional singer-musician teacher. Learn technique, warm-ups, stage tricks and how to access vocal tools.