Marrar Woorn Neighbourhood House

Weaving & Spinning
2026-04-14 13:00 - 15:00, 2026-04-21 13:00 - 15:00, 2026-04-28 13:00 - 15:00, 2026-05-05 13:00 - 15:00, 2026-05-12 13:00 - 15:00, 2026-05-19 13:00 - 15:00, 2026-05-26 13:00 - 15:00, 2026-06-02 13:00 - 15:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | Marrar Woorn Neighbourhood House, 6 Pengilley Avenue, Apollo Bay, VIC, 3233, Australia
TUESDAYS, Weekly, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Marrar Woorn
BYO materials & equipment.

Open Studio Art Group
2026-04-14 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-04-21 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-04-28 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-05-05 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-05-12 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-05-19 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-05-26 13:00 - 16:00
A peer support art group held at Apollo Bay Community Hall (also known as the Apollo Bay Senior Center) at 4 Whelan Street.
The group meets weekly on Tuesdays during the school term.
BYO art materials in any medium. There is no cost to participate.

Weaving & Spinning
2026-04-16 13:00 - 15:00, 2026-05-21 13:00 - 15:00
TUESDAYS, Weekly, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
THURSDAYS, every first and third Thursday of the Month, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Marrar Woorn
BYO materials & equipment.

Colouring with Helen
2026-04-17 09:30 - 12:00, 2026-04-24 09:30 - 12:00, 2026-05-01 09:30 - 12:00, 2026-05-08 09:30 - 12:00, 2026-05-15 09:30 - 12:00, 2026-05-22 09:30 - 12:00, 2026-05-29 09:30 - 12:00
Colouring with Helen
Unwind, get creative, and enjoy some mindful colouring in a relaxed and friendly space.
Join Helen every Friday from April 24 to June 26th at Marrar Woorn Neighbourhood House.
🕤 9:30am
No experience needed—just come along and enjoy some calm, creative time.

Teddy Bear Making Course
2026-04-19 09:00 - 12:00, 2026-04-26 09:00 - 12:00
Learn to create a one-of-a-kind memory bear that reflects your style and personality!

Description

At the end of this workshop you will go home with your own, self-sewed bear. You can use fabric that you have brought yourself, or fabric that we have for you.
Our workshops are designed for all skill levels. Expect a fun experience as you enjoy a cuppa while getting creative. Work with high-quality materials and feel the joy of bringing your teddy bear to life. By the end of the course, you can take home a unique keepsake to cherish forever.
What you’ll get
• 2x 3-hour workshops • The creation of your unique bear • Step-by-step guidance from start to finish • Tea, coffee and bikkies available during the workshop • A unique keepsake (bear) that embodies your style and creativity to take home at the end of the workshops. Knowledge required
Beginner-friendly.
What to bring
BYO sewing machine if you have it (if not – we have some here) and perhaps fabric you would like to use. You could bring an old shirt from a loved one that you’d like to turn into a bear, a dress that you no longer fit but you love the fabric of, or clothing items from when your children were little that you’d like to make into a memento. Session repeats
This class series runs over 2 consecutive sessions, on April 19 and 26t from 9am to noon.
Suitable for
This class is great for individuals, friends and couples as well as for a date idea, birthday or hens party.

Paint Mini Coastal Art on Seashells
2026-04-30 14:00 - 16:00
Thursday 5th March
2pm to 4pm
Join us for a relaxed and creative workshop where you’ll transform seashells, beach rocks, or other found treasures into miniature coastal artworks. Using your favourite swimming spot or ocean view as inspiration, you’ll learn how to design and paint a beautiful beach scene perfectly suited to the shape of your chosen object.
Bring along a photo of a place you love by the sea, plus a couple of shells, stones, or beach finds to paint on. We’ll explore simple techniques for scaling down your image and simplifying your design so the most important features shine.
By the end of the session, you’ll head home with your own unique hand-painted beach scene — a small keepsake capturing the spirit of the coast.

Patchwork & Quilting Club
2026-05-05 13:30 - 16:00
All are welcome to join the Patchwork and Quilting Club!
Every 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month from 1:30pm to 4pm.Call Val on 0437637929 for more information.

Make a Mini Sea Creature
2026-05-14 14:00 - 16:00
Thursday May 14th, 2 pm – 4 pm
Join us for a hands-on creative workshop where you’ll sculpt your favourite sea creature in miniature. Using polymer clay, you’ll learn how to build a tiny creature full of personality and charm.
About the Instructor
We are thrilled to be joined by Suzette Jackson, a local artist, designer, and founder of Suzette Jackson Studio in Apollo Bay. With over 30 years of experience in interior architecture and sustainable design, Suzette’s artistic practice is grounded in a deep respect for materials and the natural environment.
As a co-founder of the local pottery club and an active member of the Apollo Bay arts scene, Suzette brings a wealth of technical knowledge in ceramics and sculpture. Her workshops are informed by her passion for thoughtful production and her connection to the Victorian coastline—making her the perfect guide to help you bring your own sea-inspired creation to life.
What to Expect
Bring along a couple of photos of your chosen sea creature in different poses. Suzette will guide you step-by-step through:

Shaping & Scaling: Building a solid foundation for your miniature.
Refining Form: Adding the small details that make a creature unique.
Character & Expression: Learning how to capture the “soul” of your animal.

By the end of the session, you’ll take home your own one-of-a-kind miniature animal—a small sculpture that celebrates the sea creatures you love.
Workshop Details

Location: Apollo Bay Community Hall, 4 Whelan Street.
Cost: $15 standard fee, free for concession card holders
Class Size: Limited to 12 people to ensure Suzette can provide individual assistance.
Materials: All modeling tools and polymer clay are provided.
Inspiration: Examples of finished art will be available for reference.

How to Join: Bookings are essential. Please secure your spot via the link below:
https://www.socialplanet.com.au/activity/view?id=49169

Introduction to exploring poetry!
2026-05-31 14:00 - 16:00
Join Tierney and Yasi from Melbourne-based poetry collective Slamtidote for a workshop deep-diving into expression through poetry.
In this session we will discuss finding inspiration in the everyday, channelling feelings and thoughts into words on a page and using art as an escape from this ever-chaotic world.
Tierney:
Tierney Khan is a writer and poet from Naarm/Melbourne. During the day you can find her working at publishing company Allen & Unwin, but by night she is either MC-ing the latest Slamtidote event, performing poetry at a fundraiser or just plain scribbling in her journal at home with her cats.
Yasi:
Yasi is a apprentice carpenter by day, a poet by night. Having been a social worker in his previous career, Yasi brings a broad range of creative experiences that he’s experienced in his life to the table. Having been a poet for over 10 years, Yasi now finds joy in organising poetry events and running workshops in Naarm/Melbourne, with a passion in sharing his passion for poetry with others!
Proudly Sponsored by Apollo Bay WORDfest and Marrar Woorn WORDfest is a subgroup of Apollo Bay Arts.
