Seniors Festival has fun for all.

Residents aged 55 and over are invited to enjoy a lively and inclusive program of more than 90 events across the Peninsula, including:

Get Active Expo at YMCA Camp Manyung, Mount Eliza, October 1
New outdoor exercise parks for seniors at Mount Martha, October 7, and Hastings foreshore, October 10
Multicultural Film Festival, Peninsula Cinemas, Rosebud, October 18
Victorian Pride Centre bus tour, St Kilda, October 21
Concert by Fleetwood Mac tribute band Gypsy at George Jenkins Theatre, October 25.

The Shire is providing transport to some events, so phone 5950 1605 if you need a lift. The event guide is available at customer service centres, libraries, community centres and online.

All events are free or low cost and bookings are essential for most. For more information, email positiveageing@mornpen.vic.gov.au, phone 5950 1695 or go to mornpen.vic.gov.au/seniorsfestival

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