Picabeen Activities

Picabeen provides a range of Activities and Classes which are all conducted by volunteers.
The activities at Picabeen not only enhance people’s skills; they also serve to build interpersonal relationships and create a sense of belonging.

All Abilities Art Class

The All Abilities Art Class has created some real masterpieces over time. Looking to learn a new skill or just enjoy the company of others while you create something new? Join them to learn or just to enjoy the creative atmosphere on Thursdays from 10 am to 12 noon – $5 charge.

English Conversation Class

For people from Non English speaking backgrounds. A friendly group of people from many countries work with our tutors to improve their spoken English. All levels of skills welcome from none to basic. Join this free activity from 9:30am -11:30am on Fridays. January. Classes are partially conducted on Zoom – please contact the Centre for meeting URL details

A free beginners English Class is also held at Picabeen Community Centre every Tuesday from 9.30 to 11.30am

Scrabble

Join the lovers of words on Friday mornings from 10 am as they challenge each other for the top score or just enjoy creating words. Gold coin donation appreciated.

Computer Training

One on one personal consultation or small group for basic computer skills such as emails, word documents, internet in comfortable surroundings – bookings essential – please ring 07 3354 2555 to arrange an appointment.

Playgroups

Join us for our playgroups on Fridays and Monday at Picabeen, 9.30 am to 11.30 am- Parents, grandparents and caregivers are welcome! We have arts and crafts, ride on toys, music and stories, water and sand play. A great way to introduce children into social interactions while letting the parents socialise as well. Gold Coin donation appreciated to assist with the purchase of new materials.

Sewing Circle

Held on Thursdays from 1pm to 4pm . Get creative and make something wonderful or help in a group project while enjoying the social chatting and laughter. Projects may include beautiful mosaics, painting, quilts and cloth dolls. A Gold Goin donation would be appreciated

Artists Social Circle

Each Friday afternoon from 1pm to 3pm – Painting pictures is enjoyable, satisfying, therapeutic, good for the soul, great for your social life, combats social isolation, and is good fun! – please bring your own materials and create within a supportive environment – gold coin donation appreciated