Thursday 6 March, 2025
Food 4 Future is series of free workshops, funded by VicHealth, designed to help young people build essential life skills related to food.
Running every school holidays at Newcomb, Biyal-a Armstrong Creek, and Corio libraries, these 3 x free workshops teach meal planning, budgeting, shopping, and cooking in a fun and supportive environment. Participants can also gain a TAFE food handling certificate to boost their employability.
Workshops include: Food Around You – Enjoy free food and a take home meal from Feed Me while learning about food access and create an individual local food map. Food Handling Certificate – Complete a free TAFE-accredited certificate from The Gordon, with pre-session modules and a take-home kitchen kit. How to Make a Meal – Learn how to meal prep and budget with a take home a fresh veggie box and recipes from Common Ground..
Workshops are open to young people aged 15–24, with food and snacks provided. Attendees will also take home: • A prepared meal • A basic kitchen kit • A fresh veggie box to continue their learning at home.
Funded by VicHealth.
Limited spots are available, book here.
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We're reorganising things at Lara Library to improve the interior space and your access to the collection.
Just a friendly reminder that all libraries in the our network are closed over Easter and for the ANZAC Day public holiday.
We'd like to hear from you - submit your ideas and feedback to contribute to our next Library Plan.
We're seeking expressions of interest for engaging youth and children's events and workshops at our libraries.
Apply to display your art in our spacious glass cabinets for free at Biyal-a Armstrong Creek Library.
Donate fresh produce this summer to those experiencing food insecurity this December.
