Family Friendly Events for October
We have a great new month of family events coming up for October! Spring has arrived, school holidays are here and Halloween just around the corner. If you’re looking for family-friendly events and activities for the month of October, then Buggybuddys has you covered! Check out our full list of exciting events around Perth including kids classes, festivals and outdoor events, school holiday activities and more for the whole family.
Bricktober 2024 – LEGO® Exhibition Perth – Celebrating 11 Years of Bricktober
Bricktober, a project of the Rotary Club of Ascot, is an annual event that showcases models built from LEGO® bricks, by amazing builders. A family-friendly event that brings the community together, Bricktober combines displays built from LEGO® bricks with LEGO® activities for all ages, LEGO® products and exclusive Bricktober merchandise and food and drinks from local community partners. Whether you are a LEGO® enthusiast or just looking for a fun day out with the family, Bricktober has something for everyone. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to see incredible LEGO® creations up close and participate in various activities designed to engage and entertain visitors of all ages on 5th and 6th October 2024 at Curtin Stadium. Just $45 for a family pass, or $15 for a single ticket Bricktober offers exceptional value for money with proceeds supporting local and international Rotary projects. GET TICKETS
Bloom Art Installation
Falcon Library and Community Centre will come alive with ocean creatures this Mandurah Arts Festival! This striking art installation features artwork by community members, created in a workshop by artists Julie Driver and Sharon Meredith. Using a combination of photography, digital art and crafting techniques, this installation brings the ocean into Falcon Library and Community Centre with a montaged seascape and dancing jellyfish to delight all ages. The artwork will serve as a backdrop for the Bloom Storytelling and Diorama Activity on Tuesday, 24 September 2024. This installation is free to view during library opening hours. Location – Falcon Library and Community Centre Date – Monday, 23 September – Saturday, 5 October 2024 Times – during library opening hours Weekdays – 9am-6pm Saturdays – 9am-5pm Bookings – not required Accessibility – wheelchair accessible, ACROD parking, accessible toilet onsite Acknowledgments – this event is presented by Sharon Meredith Photography
170th Toodyay Agricultural Show
Armadale Highland Gathering and the Perth Kilt Run
Family Nature Day (October 2024)
Embrace the weekend with a relaxing afternoon in the company of family and friends, surrounded by the beauty of Herdsman Lake! This FREE event has been sponsored by the WA Parks Foundation and their ‘Spring Into Parks’ initiative, and will feature some very special inclusions. This family event includes a range of fun children’s activities nestled under the trees. There will of course be the regular favourites too, including aquatic scooping, guided nature walks, and hands-on nature activities and crafts. You can also explore the centre and meet our animals, test the interactive exhibits, browse the gift shop, and grab a barista coffee, hot chocolate, or cookie from our coffee window Twitchers.
Entry is free but bookings are essential. All proceeds of the Family Nature Day go towards ongoing nature education & community initiatives. Can’t wait to see you there!
This event is supported by The WA Parks Foundation and their ‘Spring into Parks’ initiative. Thank you to Lotterywest for also supporting this project.
Children’s Week Bullsbrook Community Event
Celebrating “Children have the right to a clean and safe environment”, you’re invited to join us at our Bullsbrook Community Event on Saturday 19th October 2024 from 10am – 2pm.
This year’s event will be jam packed full of FREE, fun activities for the whole family.
Celebrating Children’s Week, connecting with family, community and nature!
All made possible thanks to the support of City of Swan, Kingsford Estate, Lotterywest and Department of Communities.
There will HEAPS to do and and it’s all FREE!
Welcome to Country
Traditional Dance
Drumming Workshop
Face Painting
West Oz Wildlife
Hip Hop Workshop
Lions Train & Eco Faeries
Stalls & Much more…
MINECRAFT CAMP (TUESDAY) – VICTORIA PARK
This fun and educational Minecraft camp will be held at the Victoria Park Community Centre on Tuesday the 1st of October. We use laptops (supplied) to unlock the true magic of JAVA Minecraft.
It’s a great school holiday activity and they can continue their learning and connections long after the workshop finishes. It’s being run by MindBuzz.
We will be working on multiple servers learning things like crafting, teleporting and how to navigate between worlds using commands. Minecraft commands are great for learning the building blocks of coding. We will start off in a tutorial section before graduating through levels of difficulty into the other servers/worlds. The day is designed to maximise collaboration between players and we place a heavy emphasis on caring for other players, helping out and being a leader.
All participants will receive FREE access to the MindBuzz camp world and online camper courses after the camp! Participants will also have the chance to earn leadership ranks on the day such as COACH, and MODERATOR.
See you in Vic Park for the Ultimate School Holiday Program: a fun and educational day at Minecraft Camp.
BOOK NOW! COST $89
Mini Science Play
Bite-Sized Science Blast! Ignite curiosity in just 3 hours!
Click here to find out more and book.
1 Oct, Mini Science Play, Ages 6+, $99, The Maker Space, Floreat Forum
Craft Day @ Manning Library
Drop-in to the library to do some crafting these school holidays. There will be five craft stations set up including bead-making and library bag decorating – the only limit is your imagination! All ages are welcome. The event is free and no bookings are required. Make sure you enter to win our door prize before you go. Important information about event:
- Parents/caregivers of children under 12 must remain in the library for the duration of the event.
- The event may be photographed for marketing purposes and you will have the option to opt-out on the day.
Willy Wonka Escape Room @ Wanneroo Library
Escape room is a themed puzzle room where you are completely immersed into a new reality and must use the clues around the room to ESCAPE!
Aussie Bird Count
Join the 2024 Aussie Bird Count during National Bird Week, 14 to 20 October! Make a difference to bird conservation by counting the birds that are counting on you. Participate in the Aussie Bird Count and use your observation skills for 20 minutes to make a simple but important contribution to Birdlife Australia’s conservation initiatives. Each year people across the country head out to their front yards, backyards, courtyards, parks and play areas to count how many birds they see to provide a snapshot of Australia’s more common bird species. It’s a fun, simple and safe activity observing nature, which is proven to provide benefits to mental health and wellbeing. Collecting this data at the same time each year allows us to look at the trends in our bird communities over time. Think of birds as a barometer for nature, their health and wellbeing are one of nature’s best indicators. Download the Aussie Bird Count app and get involved or learn more at aussiebirdcount.org.au.
Blocktober
Are you ready to unleash your inner Lego Champion? Do you miss the days of spending hours creating new kingdoms, magical creatures or futuristic vehicles from tiny building blocks?
Join a LEGO session for adults and young adults this October at Clarkson Library. These sessions set challenges for people aged 15 and older to create block masterpieces. Whether it is building blindfolded or a structure that will withstand an earthquake (or at least a shaking table) we will exercise our imaginations and take on our fellow builders in this hour of good old fashioned fun.
Participants can bring a buddy or team up.
Ages 15+
Saturday 5 October
11am – 12pm
Funky Snap Band Craft (8-11yrs)
Be creative, design and decorate a fabric wrist snap band for yourself or as a gift for a friend.
This is a free school holiday event and all craft materials will be provided.
Children under 10 years must be accompanied by an adult for each school holiday activity.
For children aged 8-11yrs.
Sailing with Animal Friends
Come to Mandurah Museum to create mixed media artwork with artist Sarah Petrich.
Constable Care Puppet Show
This fun puppet show teaches children how to identify an emergency; the correct phone numbers to use in a range of situations, and how they can play an active role in keeping their friends, family and community safe. Who do you call when you need help? There are many people in our community who can offer assistance, but sometimes there are too many numbers to choose from. Join Constable Care as he teaches Zac the right numbers to call when he is in emergency situations. The show addresses:
- How to identify an emergency
- Important phone numbers for Police, Crime, Stoppers and Emergency
- Community crime prevention
- How to report a crime
- How to make an anonymous report
This event is free however bookings are essential. Suitable for children ages 4 – 9 years. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Teddy Bears Picnic at the Quarry
Join us for a Teddy Bears Picnic at the Quarry with your favorite stuffed friends. Get ready for games, music, face painting and lots of picnic fun. Don’t forget to bring your own picnic blanket and basket full of goodies! This is an in-person event, so get ready to enjoy the fresh air and sunshine with your teddy bear by your side.
Bookings are not required but we encourage you to register your interest for updates and reminders.
This event is part of a series of activities celebrating the Town of Cambridge’s 30th anniversary. Find out what else is happening here.
Junior Chef Healthy Cooking Skills (8-11 years)
Want to learn some cooking skills over the school holidays? Join GrowCookEatWA for a 2-hour workshop designed to help children aged 8-11 years, to learn kitchen skills including hygiene and kitchen safety. Be inspired with some easy to put-together meals, and come home with a copy of the recipes so they can replicate these for you. Participants will cook, share and enjoy a meal together at the end of the workshop. Cost: $30 + online booking fee For children aged 8-11 years (Year 3-6). COST $30 + online booking fee Book now
Mandurah skatepark BMX Coaching session
Freestyle Now will be hosting a FREE BMX coaching session at the Mandruah skatepark. Participants in BMX/ MTB will be able to learn new tricks or get advice on tricks and have a stack of fun. These workshop sessions are more than just helping teach skills. These workshops are fun, informative and motivational. The squad members let the participants ride at their own level and encourage progression. All our instructors are very easy going and relate to the participants well. Our workshops cover all aspects of the sports, as well as equipment maintenance and personal safety issues. All equipment is checked prior to the participant’s involvement to make sure that it is in a safe condition and minor repairs or adjustments can be made if necessary. We do, however, reserve the right to not permit a participant to attend the workshop if we feel that their equipment does not meet safety requirements. All Thanks to the City of Mandurah.
Participants under the age of 6 will be taken on their ability to understand and follow instructions and to control their apparatus.
Tiny Doors of York 2024 New Trail
Time: All Day Location: Various locations around York Cost: Free
Audience: All Ages
Phone: 96411301 Email: info@york.wa.gov.au Website: visit.york.wa.gov.au Download Tiny Door Trail here
Mallscapes
About the Event
Mallscapes breathes vitality into Smart Street Mall with local artistry. Throughout the Mandurah Arts Festival, Smart Street Mall will undergo a creative transformation as vacant shop windows evolve into a dynamic gallery trail, highlighting the ingenuity of local artists Inspired by Peel’s interactive environmental ecosystems, artists will infuse their creativity into each display. Immerse yourself in this installation as the exhibition unfolds over the month, and vote for your favourite artworks. Winning artists will be announced at Peel Makers Market on Sunday, 29 September.
Location – Smart Street Mall (various shops)
Date –Friday, 6 September – Sunday, 6 October 2024
Times – all day
Bookings – not required
Accessibility – wheelchair accessible, Changing Places facility nearby
Acknowledgments – this event is presented by Peel ArtsConnect
ArtWave 2024
About the Event
Stunning works of art come to life on the most unusual of canvases – reclaimed surfboards! Artwave brings together Mandurah’s surfing heritage and eight diverse local artists to create a trail of surfboard artworks leading down Smart Street to the foreshore. Each surfboard tells a uniquely Mandurah story and has been adopted by a small shop or business based in Smart Street. Follow the trail to discover the stories behind the artworks and explore Smart Street’s unique shops and businesses. The surfboards will be displayed along Smart Street Mall throughout the Mandurah Arts Festival, with the winning collaboration will be announced on Sunday, 29 September at Mandurah Makers Market. Location – Smart Street Mall (various shops) Date –Friday, 6 September – Sunday, 6 October 2024 Times – all day Bookings – not required Accessibility – wheelchair accessible, Changing Places facility nearby Acknowledgments – this event is presented by Peel ArtsConnect
Greyhounds as Pets WA Open Day | Pat & Chat Sessions
Night Stalks 2024
Explore the hidden wonders of our amazing nocturnal wildlife and meet Waterford’s most famous resident, the microbat.
Event dates:
- 6.30-8.30pm, Thursday 26 September 2024
- 6.30-8.30pm, Friday 27 September 2024
- 6.30-8.30pm, Saturday 28 September 2024
- 6.30-8.30pm, Tuesday 1 October 2024
- 6.30-8.30pm, Wednesday 2 October 2024
- 6.30-8.30pm, Thursday 3 October 2024
- 6.30-8.30pm, Saturday 5 October 2024
Clay For Kids | School Holiday Program | East Metro
Clay For Kids is a school holiday program provided to young people 7 -12 years who are at risk of developing a mental health concern. Clay For Kids is a school holiday program for young people aged 7-12 who are at risk of developing a mental health concern. This program provides a therapeutic space to support the development of sensory and motor skills, self-esteem, expression, problem-solving, and discipline, all while fostering self-awareness in a calming and soothing environment. Program Aims:
- Improve emotional and mental wellbeing
- Develop positive coping strategies and skills
- Increase self-expression
- Enhance self-esteem and concentration
- Understand feelings and release negative emotions
Wanneroo Community Event
Illuminate – An Exploration of Light
Explore and play with LIGHT these school holidays. Children will have the opportunity to immerse themselves in illuminated experiences while experimenting, observing, wondering and creating. They will be able to play with light in numerous ways and grow an appreciation for the different colours, shapes, patterns and transparencies various light sources can make. They will also create two delightful projects – a star gazing box and a mini projector. The session is 1.5 hours and includes all materials for the exploration and project creation. Children will be supervised in the Discovery Centre Stem Lab and enjoy a break outside for morning tea (and to test out one of their projects!) The session will be run by Danielle (from WA Gould League & PLAY to Be). **Please note this is not a drop-off program and children must be accompanied by a responsible adult. However, carers are welcome to craft, enjoy a picnic on the grounds, and make full use of the barista coffee window and free Wifi.** Cost: $25 per participant (parents and carers are free of charge) including access to Discovery Centre included. Ages: Best suited for children aged 6-12 years. What To Bring: We recommend bringing a water bottle and wearing covered shoes for your visit.**
Homegrown
Enjoy an afternoon outdoors listening to incredible music at this one-of-a-kind event. Homegrown presents emerging musicians from Chop Street Music’s latest development program, where they have trained in songwriting and music industry topics. Performing a mix of original new songs and covers across a variety of musical genres, this performance will be sure to delight audiences of all ages. Bring along your picnic rug or outdoor chair and enjoy the food trucks on offer while you soak in the music. This is an alcohol, smoke and pet-free event. We encourage you to bring sunscreen and mosquito repellent. Parking available in Hall Park.
Unique Family Event: Strengthen Resilience in Children
In partnership with Susan Hughes, ADHD parent Coach and Educator, we’re thrilled to offer a combined session where parents can learn practical strategies to support their children’s resilience and emotional well-being. In partnership with Susan Hughes, ADHD Parent Coach and Educator, we’re thrilled to offer a combined session where parents can learn practical strategies to support their children’s resilience and emotional well-being. What to Expect For Parents Understanding Resilience: Learn what resilience looks like in children and how it impacts their overall development. Effective Strategies: Discover proven techniques to nurture resilience at home. Anxiety Awareness: Gain insights into recognising signs of anxiety and how to address it compassionately. Interactive Discussions: Engage in meaningful conversations with fellow parents and our expert facilitators. For Children: While you’re attending the workshop, your children will get creative in a workshop with Fiona Perrella, Resilience Educator and Founder of Strength Heroes. Mini Mistake Maker workshop Let’s turn mistakes into stepping stones! This fun and interactive workshop will help your child build confidence, manage emotions, and develop a growth mindset. Through creative activities, we’ll explore the way we react to mistakes and give strategies on how to manage our reactions to get a better response and bounce forward from challenges. Benefits for Kids: Enhance Creativity and Self Expression: Artistic activities will help children express themselves and feelings in a safe and supportive environment. Build Emotional Strength: Through art activities, children will explore their emotions and develop coping skills. Foster a Growth Mindset and Resilience: Fun and engaging activities will teach resilience and problem-solving skills. Meet Your Facilitators: Fiona Perrella: Resilience Educator, Strength Heroes: Fiona brings her years of experience in working with children and educators using art and play to foster emotional development and help children thrive. She has developed Strength Heroes programs which teach children the skills they need to manage their emotions and develop a growth mindset to have the confidence to engage with learning challenges. Susan Hughes, M.Ed. ACC: A dedicated ADHD parent coach and educator, Susan brings years of experience in guiding parents through the challenges and joys of raising resilient children. Her empathetic and supportive approach ensures you leave the workshop feeling empowered and equipped with practical tools. Why Attend? Whole Family Approach: Addressing both parental strategies and child-focused activities for comprehensive support. Expert Guidance: Benefit from the combined expertise of seasoned professionals in parenting and child development. Community Connection: Connect with other parents on a similar journey and build a supportive network. Register Today! Spaces are limited, so secure your spot now!
Book Tickets At Eventbrite Here.
5 Oct, Unique Family Event, Strengthening Children’s Resilience, $130, The Maker Space, Floreat Forum
Toddler and Adult Yoga (Ages 3-5)
Enjoy this special yoga session for toddlers and their parent/carer to promote both physical and mental wellbeing. Join us afterwards for Storytime. Presented by Nikki Di Costa.
Bookings are essential.
Please only book tickets for the number of children attending.
Children’s Writing Workshop with Norman Jorgensen
Join Children’s Literature Champion and award winning author Norman Jorgensen to learn how to come up with a fun story idea to write.
About the author:
Norman, who was inducted into the Hall of Fame of the Young Readers Book Awards in 2020, has written thirteen children’s and YA books and has won many awards, including the Book of the Year Award. He has also been won four children’s choice awards, the Crystal Kite Award from his peers, and The Henry Burgh Award in the USA. His life has been about books, having owned a bookshop, worked as a publisher’s agent and sold books to schools. In Flanders Fields, Jack’s Island, The Last Viking and The Smuggler’s Curse, his historical titles, have sold thousands of copies. Learn more about the Children’s Literature Champion Program on our website.
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Safe Space by the Bookcase
Weekly meet up for LGBTQIA+ teens and their allies in the Library. Come and join in for fun with crafts, activities, and good conversations. Every Mon | 3:30-5pm | Free | Fremantle Library
Cats & Dogs Quiz
These school holidays, check out Mandurah Museum’s latest photographic exhibition, all about seafaring cats and dogs who provided an important source of comfort and affection for crew members who were spending long periods away from loved ones at sea, taken from the 1900s to the 1950s. While you’re there, explore the museum’s collection as you search for cats and dogs throughout the galleries. Look high and low for some well-known cats and dogs, including Bluey, Garfield and Scooby-Doo. Read the clues to find the hidden animals and decode the message. When you have finished the quiz, fill in your details to go into the draw to win a prize. The lucky winner will receive a Simba the Lion King Cub LEGO set*
This is a self-guided activity, suitable for ages 5-12. Some assistance from parents may be required.
Call in anytime during opening hours at Mandurah Museum throughout the school holidays. No booking necessary. *Note: The winner will be selected at random from those who enter the competition. The winner will be drawn at 11am on Tuesday 8th of October and notified by phone on that day.
Acknowledgments – this event is presented by the City of Mandurah, exhibition provided by Australian National Maritime Museum
Come and Try Artistic Swimming – Beatty Park
Session is open to all children aged 7 to 14.
Participants to pay pool entry.
Bring along your usual swimming gear and goggles.
Basic swimming ability and confidence in the water is essential.
For more information, please visit www.synchrowa.org.au or send us a message on our Facebook page.
Comic Club
Know your Kakegurui from your Dogman? Are you well-versed in Tintin and fluent in Spiderman? Then heed the call of the Bat Signal because Comic Club is calling out to all enthusiasts like you! Dive into a vibrant space where comic lovers gather to discuss everything about graphic novels, comics, and manga. Connect with like-minded individuals, share your favorite reads, and uncover new treasures waiting to be explored. Join us for an enriching and enjoyable experience at Comic Club, where every page turns into an adventure! • Engage in lively discussions about your favorite comic series, characters, and story arcs. • Connect with fellow comic enthusiasts in a welcoming and friendly environment. • Expand your comic knowledge and appreciation through insightful conversations. • Explore a world of imagination where art and storytelling collide in captivating ways. Discover the wonders of our free Hoopla App boasting a colossal library of over 25,000 graphic novel titles waiting to be devoured! No booking required.
Painted Candles 11-17 years old
Join us for this free fun activity get creative decorating your own candles
Register your interest. This event is open for young people aged 11-17yrs, youth who do not meet the required age will have their ticket refunded.
Please ensure that you arrive 5 mins prior to the event start time to have your name marked off by one of the Youth Workers and bring your ticket with you.
PJs Movie & Pizza session (9-11yrs)
Jump into your favourite pyjamas, bring a comfy cushion/pillow to sit on, relax and enjoy a late afternoon movie session.
Pizza and drinks provided! Feel free to bring your own extra snack as well.
Gluten free option will be available.
For ages 9-11yrs.
Holiday Gymnastics
Holiday Gymnastics (from $15.70) Our holiday gymnastics program, for ages 18 months to 8 years, runs every Tuesday and Friday throughout the school holiday break. It’s a perfect way to keep the kids busy and active during the holidays as well as trial our program! Classes are filling up so be quick! Dates: 24 Sep @ 9:30am / 10:15am / 11:30am / 12:30pm 27 Sep @ 10:30am / 11:30am / 12:45pm 4 Oct @ 10:30am / 11:30am / 12:45pm BOOK NOW
Noongar Language Storytime with Dylan Collard
September School Holidays @ the Library Learn about Noongar Language and Culture through storytelling at South Perth Library this school holidays! Dylan is a Wadjak Balardong Noongar and will provide participants with an introduction to Noongar language, the language of the land that we live on. He will also share some stories in the language. Bookings are not required for this event. Important information about event
- Parents/caregivers of children under 12 must remain in the library for the duration of the event.
- The event may be photographed for marketing purposes and you will have the option to opt-out on the day.
- This event is intended for children aged 3-8.
COST Free
Wellbeing Wonderland | School Holiday Program | Mandurah
Wellbeing Wonderland is a school holiday program for young people aged 7-12 who are supporting a friend, family member, or relative with a mental health concern. Wellbeing Wonderland encourages the exploration of dreams, goals, and mindfulness, featuring inspiring and fun activities designed to motivate and support future success and life choices. Workshop Aims:
- Provide a sense of hope and ownership of their own story.
- Facilitate short-term and long-term goal setting.
- Increase self-esteem and a sense of purpose.
- Encourage exploration of dreams and goals.
- Identify potential barriers to success and strategies to overcome them.
- Promote mindfulness and relaxation.
Fine Tune Your Ride Workshop
Join People on Bicycles for this fun and educational session where children can learn to develop their bike riding skills.
This free bicycle education workshop is for children aged 9 and above with some basic riding ability. Please bring along your own bike or bikes will also be provided. Children are encouraged to stay for the two-hour session.
Please register one ticket for each child participating.
Weather permitting, the session will take place on the tennis courts behind Palms Community centre. Please bring your helmet and some water to drink.
Board Games Day @ South Perth Library
Drop into the library any time today to do play some board games! We have lots of games to choose from. All ages welcome. Important information about event
- Parents/caregivers of children under 12 must remain in the library for the duration of the event.
- The event may be photographed for marketing purposes and you will have the option to opt-out on the day.
COST Free, no booking required
Denim Jacket Painting Workshop (BYO denim jacket) – 10+ year olds
Green Girrawheen! Join us for a series of workshops focused on sustainability, DIY and upcycling from September to December at the Girrawheen Hub.
At this workshop you will learn how to paint onto denim fabrics and paint your own denim jacket or clothing piece.
Please BYO one piece of denim clothing (jacket, jean etc.)
When: Friday 4 October
Time: 10am
Where: Girrawheen Hub, 11 Patrick Court, Girrawheen (behind Girrawheen Library)
Cost: Free to attend – bookings essential
Houghton BMX / MTB Pump Track Jam Session
Freestyle Now will be hosting a FREE BMX /MTB pump track jam session at the Houghton Park pump track. All thanks to the City of Wanneroo.
Throughout the pump track jam session a variety of challenges will cater for all levels of abilities for participants. This is a chance for participants to showcase their abilities amongst their peers and for the community to see the pump track participants excelling in a positive way. Some of the types of challenges that might take place would include best trick, longest manual, most engaged rider, best youngest rider as well as some races. Prizes are given out to the winners of the challenges.
All equipment is checked prior to the participant’s involvement to make sure that it is in a safe condition and minor repairs, or adjustments can be made if necessary. We do, however, reserve the right to not permit a participant to attend the workshop if we feel that their equipment does not meet safety requirements.
Participants under the age of 6 will be taken on their ability to understand and follow instructions and to control their apparatus.
Night Stalk
Come along for a guided walk through Lightning Swamp Bushland on the lookout for some nocturnal creatures great and small.
For Ages 6+
Art for the Mind | School Holiday Program | North Metro
This 2 day School Holiday Program focuses on caring for others and self-regulation through engaging with art activities and games. Art for the Mind is a school holiday program for young people aged 7 -12 who are supporting a friend, family member, or relative with a mental health concern. This program uses the creative process of making art to improve physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Program Goals:
- Increase understanding of mental health and how art can support mental well-being.
- Explore ways of expressing yourself through art to improve self-esteem and awareness.
- Utilize the creative process of producing art to practice mindfulness and relieve stress.
- Discover how to use art to regulate emotions and practice self-care.
- Learn ways to continue and maintain art as a tool for sustaining mental health well-being.
This program also includes an exciting excursion to the Wanneroo Botanic Gardens & Mini Golf! When Thursday 3, Oct| 9:00 am – 4:00 pm Friday, 4 Oct| 9:00 am – 4:00 pm Who Young people aged 7-12 who have a family member or a friend living with a mental health challenge. Where Heathridge Community Centre Excursion Infomation Wanneroo Botanic Gardens & Mini Golf Bring Hat, sun cream, water bottle, enclosed shoes Refreshments Lunch and snacks will be provided on both days Cost Free Please note that this booking is an ‘Expression of Interest’ and not confirmation of attendance. A member of our team will contact you to complete the HelpingMinds registration and eligibility process. Please add Parent/Guardian details in the CONTACT INFORMATION section and young person’s details in the TICKET – EXPRESSION OF INTEREST section. If booking multiple tickets, please fill in one young person’s details per ticket. Want to know more or have some questions or having trouble registering? You can either: • email shp@helpingminds.org.au • call 9427 7100 and ask for SHP Administration See the link for terms and conditions. Event is free, but bookings are essential.
Groundswell Scarborough Skatepark Coaching
Thanks to the Groundswell festival, Freestyle Now will be holding skatepark skateboard, scooter, BMX and roller skate coaching workshops!The sessions will be open for participants for scooter, skateboard, BMX and rollerskates.
Times
BMX: 9am and 10am
Scooter: 9am and 10am
Skateboard: 11am and 12pm
Roller Skate: 11am and 12pm
Participants will learn confidence building techniques, skill development and trick tips . Our facilitators focus on all aspects of skatepark participation on the skill level of the participant. We analyse their skill level and work from that base and assist with confidence building. Skills can be taught but confidence cannot. It is important to not only just focus on skill building but confidence as well. By using their own skill base as a stepping stone we are able to help them advance. Our instructors speak the participant’s language and speak on their level. Our instructors relay this safety message to our participants and reiterate the importance of helmets and how they can minimize injuries. All participants would need their own equipment and would also be required to wear a helmet and closed in shoes.
Food Sensations for Children
Parents and carers of children 0-5 years are invited to join us for our free Food Sensations for Children program run by a qualified nutritionist. We provide free creche while you learn how to make cooking for your children quick and easy, what’s healthy and what’s not, get some lunchbox ideas and tips for making meal times more enjoyable. This is a popular program so email or text your interest to secure your place.
Bushfire Community Day 2024
DFES is proud to bring the successful Bushfire Community Day to the Perth Hills in collaboration with the City of Kalamunda.
Join us at the Kalamunda Community Centre on Sunday 6 October 2024 between 10am and 3pm. This family-friendly event is designed to cater to everyone, including your furry friends!
Located in Hedley Jorgensen Park, the Kalamunda Community Centre is a bespoke venue immersed in the bush offering amazing indoor and outdoor spaces – the perfect location for the fourth Bushfire Community Day!
Don’t miss out on the chance to meet DFES staff and local Bushfire Brigades and have fun learning how to prepare your home and family for the upcoming bushfire season. Through informative displays, demonstrations and interactive exhibits, the event is the perfect opportunity for DFES and partners to share valuable information to boost your bushfire preparedness efforts.
Kids can look forward to a variety of engaging, interactive exhibits and hands-on activities that will capture their attention and spark their curiosity.
Register your interest here and keep updated on event details, including the schedule of activities and any event changes.
Byford Food Truck Thursdays 2024
Mirrabooka Friday Market
The Mirrabooka Friday Market (previously known as the Balga Friday Market) are a volunteer-run, outdoor market held at Mirrabooka Open Space (behind Herb Graham Recreation Centre). The markets have been operating for 47 years with all profits reinvested back in to local sports, schools, community and senior groups, as well as special events to support the Telethon Institute. Market sellers offer a huge variety of new and second-hand items including homewares, clothing, toys, plants, gardening equipment and tools. There are also fresh fruit and vegetables, food and drink options and much more. It’s likely you will find something interesting, as well as a bargain or two, every time you visit! Parking is available onsite. BYO shopping bags. Not all sellers offer EFTPOS so please bring cash. Visit the Facebook page here.
Let’s Play! Armadale
Come and join us for a fun day of free children’s activities and entertainment, with information stalls providing support for parents and caregivers. What’s on:
- Jazzie Shazzie’s Show
- Information stalls
- Petting zoo
- Arts and crafts
- Face painting
- Free sausage sizzle
- and more!
Yellagonga Bat Walk and Talk
This special conservation event includes a talk about the amazing bats in our suburbs and then a short walk with bat detectors.
Let’s see what we can find!
Please bring a water bottle, head torch (not essential) and wear closed in shoes.
This event is held in conjunction with Conservation Council of WA
When: 6.30pm to 8pm, Wednesday 30 October
Where: Meet at Cockman House, 60 Ancestor Retreat, Woodvale
Picnic in the Park – South Perth(Mental Health Week ’24)
Join us for our Annual Picnic in the Park this Mental Health Week as we celebrate caregivers! Enjoy a relaxing morning with family and friends, filled with self-care activities and community connections. Plus, earn a FREE coffee when you participate in our fun stamp card challenge!
Learn more about the different local mental health services in your area.
When
Saturday, 5 October | 8:30 – 11:00am
Where
South Perth Esplanade Park (near the Mends St Jetty)
FIFO Family Meet-Up
Are you a FIFO family in Perth, wanting to meet others who get what it’s like to live the crazy FIFO life?
This free event is your opportunity to connect and have a cuppa with other local FIFO Families who ‘get it’, where you can begin to overcome the loneliness and isolation that too often comes with FIFO rosters and being a FIFO partner.
Bonus – you get an outing on a Saturday morning, where the kids are contained (fully-fenced play area), you’re inside if it rains and there are at least 4 coffee shops within max 1km of the venue (plus – a drive-through coffee shop up the road, so you don’t even need to wrangle the kids out of the car on your way to the meet-up – brilliant).
Act Now! Yes tickets are free but you must sign up to attend through Eventbrite, as numbers for the venue are capped and we don’t want you to miss out.
Busy Bee-Bot Bash
Learn how to program a Bee-Bot robot to complete some exciting challenges! Participants are encouraged to work with others, problem-solve, and use instructions provided to learn the basics of coding.
RAC Bike Basics- Childrens Learn to Ride
Engage your children in a two-hour workshop where they can learn how to ride a bike for the first time, acquire new skills, and gain confidence in handling a bike, hosted by the City of Cockburn.
Our industry experts, People on Bicycles will cover a range of topics listed below:
- Encouraging toddlers, small children to start balancing and learning to ride.
- Getting children and teenagers to ride and be competent and confident at navigating low traffic environments safely.
- Learning what a safe bike looks and feels like.
What you need to know:
- The meeting place is at netball courts, look out for RAC signage at Bakers Square.
- No cost
- Suitable for children 3 years and over
- Please bring water and enclosed shoes
- Bicycles and helmets will be provided. Please provide us with further information in your booking registration.
First Aid Heroes – a Constable Care Show
For children aged 4 to 9 years.
It’s just another day walking home from school, but Lily is about to become a hero! Saving the day for her friends in emergency situations, Lily learns what to do and who to contact to get help fast.
Using fun catchy songs and engaging scenarios, this show helps to introduce and reinforce the basics of First Aid and DRSABC.
Showing how to identify a medical emergency, how to get help and how to make an emergency call to 000, children learn vital skills around appropriate first aid responses to a range of emergency situations.
Bullsbrook skate park coaching session – skateboard, scooter, bmx
Freestyle Now will be hosting a FREE skatepark coaching workshop session at the Bullsbrook skate park. All thanks to the City of Swan. The workshop sessions would be open to any participant over the age of 6. Bring your own helmet.
Session 1 – 3:00pm – 4:30pm for 7-11years
Session 2 4:30pm – 6:00pm for 12 years +
Freestyle Now squad members will be present to offer participants technical advice, trick tips, skill development and skatepark etiquette.
Our facilitators analyse the participants’ skill level and work from that base and assist with confidence building. Skills can be taught but confidence cannot. It is important to not only just focus on skill building but confidence as well. By using their own skill base as a stepping stone we are able to help them advance. Our instructors speak the participants’ language and speak on their level. Our instructors relay this safety message to our participants and reiterate the importance of helmets and how they can minimise injuries.
All participants will need their own equipment and are required to wear a helmet and closed-in shoes. Participants with defective skateboards may not be able to participate. Our facilitators may not be able to make repairs to participants’ skateboards during the coaching session.
Participants under the age of 6 will be taken on their ability to understand and follow instructions and to control their apparatus.
Resilience for kids program.
Building Strong Minds
On the 9th of October, as part of Mental Health Awareness Week, Willow Training Centre will host a free after-school event for primary school children in years 3-6. The theme is resilience and building strong minds.
It is a time for children to play games, have fun, and learn a little about what it means to be resilient in a harsh world.
Packed with Goodness
Packing a healthy lunchbox fuels kids for their best possible day at school and helps form healthy habits. Come along to a free session for tips and advice on how to fuel little bodies with healthy food. At this session you will learn:
- New ideas to make lunchbox packing easy.
- Some easy and healthy snack ideas.
- How to understand food labels better.
Attendees will receive a pack full of great resources to take home! Scan the QR code to secure your place. Alternatively, click “Book Online” below.
PlayConnect+ Swan Playgroup
Connect with families at the NEW PlayConnect+ Swan Playgroup! Starting Friday 7th June
Fridays during term time
9:30am – 11:30am
Child and Parent Centre Swan Cockman Cross, Stratton
Bayswater Twilight Markets
. The markets are proudly brought to you by Future Bayswater Community Group and with generous support from Community Bank Bayswater and the City of Bayswater
Bedfordale Bush Market
We’ve been hard at work planning for this year’s markets and can’t wait to see you all there! Here are all the dates and themes so you can put them in your calendars 
. Our markets are held every 2nd Saturday of the month from Mar – Nov PS. If you would like to book a stall (we have some of the most affordable stallholder fees around) all of the info is available here – https://www.bedfordalemarkets.com.au/stallholder….
Sunday Spring Market at Alkimos Gateway
Come along to our Spring market at Alkimos Gateway for some great gifts for all the family. Running from 10-3 on the grassy area by the beach huts outside the IGA
Family Lego
Breathe life into your imagination. Family Lego sessions are for all ages and ability levels. Family Lego sessions will run every Sunday from 1pm – 3pm. Bookings are not required for these sessions. For more information please contact Mary Davies Library and Community Centre on 9591 0800 or email mdlcccontact@rockingham.wa.gov.au.
Made on the Left 2024 Christmas Market
Spring School Holiday 1:1 Resume Review Session for Young People
Have a resume that needs a boost?
Children’s Book Launch with Steve Heron
It’s time to celebrate! Cheeky Magpie Books Presents the launch of Steve Heron’s two latest picture books Do Skeletons Go To The Loo? and Fish Friends, as well as the re-release of a special edition of Steve’s middle-grade novel Maximus.
You are invited to join the antics, literary lunacy, and ceremonius celebration.
Toodyay Miniature Railway
We are cash only, 1st & 3rd Sunday of the month weather and volunteers permitting 11ish to 2:45ish The Toodyay Miniature Railway was opened in 1996 and is owned by a local hobby club. All rolling stock is privately owned by members. Trains run for approx. 8-9 minutes on the 1.1 km long track. Special runs (class excursions, birthdays,etc) are available (price on application).Trains consist of: petrol engines ‘diesels’, a coal fire steam locomotive and electric (24v) battery. The trains run continuously throughout the day when we have bums on the seats. No set time schedule for the trains to move away from the station.
Closed shoes must be worn. Enquiries to Toodyay Visitors Centre: 9574 9380
Halloween Indoor Market at Yanchep Central Shopping Centre
Come along for the Spooky Indoor Markets on Friday and Saturday running from 9-3. Stalls throughout the main mall with a wide range of products from Candles, Crystals, Artwork, Jewellery, Sweets, Soaps, Clothes, Plants and sooooo much more.
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Holly Clark is currently a stay at home mum of one, a self-confessed coffee addict and a baker of sweet treats. She studied Professional Writing and Editing, and occasionally writes on her recipe blog, Lucky Star’s Kitchen
