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• Choosing the Right Course for You ~ Choosing the right course is important for developing confidence and effective learning. Therefore, it is very important to start at the right level for you so you will feel comfortable and enjoy learning. If you are unsure or would like more information please contact our friendly staff who will assist you in choosing the right course.
  
  
• FREE Open Access Computer ~ An 'Open Access Computer' is now available at Williamstown Community and Education Centre during the following times: Monday to Friday 9:30 am to 12:30 pm and
  1:00 pm to 3:30 pm. Phone 9397 6168 to book.

• New Courses at Williamstown ~
  Office 2007 Update ~ Update your Office skills to Office 2007. Includes Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Publisher. Previous Office skills essential.
  
  Web Page Design using Dreamweaver 8 ~ Create a website with internal and external links, tables, graphics, buttons, style sheets, hot spots and more. Must be a competent Word user and know the basics of file management.

• Williamstown Information ~
  Language, Literacy and Numeracy Program (LLNP) ~ The language, literacy and numeracy program is available for people who are receiving Centrelink benefits and need to improve their written and spoken English to gain employment. the program is funded through the Department of Education and Workplace Relations and is free to participants. If you are interested in joining this program please visit your local Centrelink or contact Williamstown Community and Education Centre on 9397 6168.
  
  English as a Second Language ~ Do you want to learn English? Would you like to improve your reading and writing? Williamstown Community and Education Centre runs classes from many venues throughout Hobsons Bay at a very low cost. Phone Lynne or Jenny on 9397 6168.
  
  Adult Migrant Education Program (510 hours) ~ English language training for new arrivals in Australia to help improve their basic English Language skills. Please phone Lynne or Jenny on 9397 6168 for an appointment. Eligibility for this program depends on the type of Visa you have used to enter Australia.
  
  Centre User Groups ~Floydies Get Together (Ph: 9397 6168), Bone Boosters (Ph: 9397 6168), Camera Club (Ph: 9316 5778), Yoga - Saturday (Ph: 9391 5667, Willy War Games (Ph: 0404 879 657).

• New Courses at Spotswood ~
  Understanding Dyslexia ~ For teachers, parents and adult sufferers of dyslexia. Theory, understanding and strategies to assist. Arts based program. Phone Janet on 0404 865 691 for further details.
  
  Alcoholics Anonymous ~ Women's Group. Sunday Women's discussion meeting. Held at Spotswood Community House. Phone 9429 1833 for further details.
  
  Simply Raw - The Film Reversing ~ Diabetes in 30 days. Come and watch this informative DVD. Supper and discussion afterwards. Bookings essential.
  
  Tax Help ~ Tax Help for low income clients. Appointment only.
  
  
• Spotswood Infomation ~ Playgroups/Mothers Groups... Spotswood Community House currently has vacancies for playgroups and/or Mothers Groups. Spotswood House is the perfect venue for these activities. If you are looking for a venue for your group, give Spotswood a call on 9391 2613 or drop in and have a look at our newly renovated House.
  
  Hobsons Bay Men's Shed Network...Staff at Spotswood Community House are involved in the coordination of this network. The Hobsons Bay Men's Shed group will be relocating to their new premises in Queen Street, Altona Meadows. Phone the Centre on 9391 2613 for more information.
  
  Spotswood Centre User Groups ~ GROW (Ph: 9528 2977), Men's Shed (Ph: 9397 1173 or 9369 3584), Vic Boating Licence (Ph: 9555 5177), Education Support (Ph: 9397 7145 ~ Janet Albury).
  
  
• If you have any ideas for a class please let us know. Or if you would like to teach and offer something different tell us!
  
  
• Venue Hire ~ Low cost room hire available for most activities/functions at both Centres. Spotswood has a small cosy facility.