Family Friendly Events for April
Easter and school holidays are not far off! We’re well into Autumn now. Cooler weather should be here, and there are Easter celebrations are just around the corner. If you’re looking for family-friendly events and activities for the month of April, then Buggybuddys has you covered! Check out our list of fun events around Perth including outdoor events, Easter fun and more for the whole family.
Jurassic Kingdom
HIGHLIGHTS
- ● 20+ Lifesize Animatronic Dinosaurs
- ● Immersive Light Experiences
- ● 3D Dino Escape
- ● Prehistoric Education Zone
- ● Fossil Dig Pits
- ● Interactive Zones
- ● Dino Shop & Showbags
- ● The Nova 93.7 Raptor Paddock
- ● Dino Creation Lab
- ● Carnival Rides
- ● Sideshow Games
- ● Jurassic Attractions
- ● Skeletunnel
- ● Coffee Cafe
- ● Food Trucks & Chill Zones
Carnival Fever – Easter Holidays
Easter Weekend Extravaganza at Perth’s Outback Splash
Fremantle International Street Arts Festival
Easter Long Weekend Fun
WA Tree Festival – Local History, Art Activities and Nature Discovery
Very Arty Play Day
We are delighted to be partnering with Floreat Forum Shopping Centre to bring our Very Arty Day to Floreat. Join us for a day of arty adventures designed to delight. Children will create three different projects that change each holiday. Arty mediums include sculpture, painting, printmaking. This is a drop and leave workshop where we keep your kids engaged for the whole day. The best bit is we clean up the mess. While they are developing their fine motor skills, they will discover that working with natural materials requires patience and persistence. We will explore the different emotions that come with learning. This workshop will develop your children’s creativity and perseverance skills that will support learning in other parts of their life. Each child will bring home a worksheet that will give you strategies to help support their emotions so that you have a guide for how to help your child without taking over. Please note, this is not in an open area of the shopping centre but a secure pop up shop in Floreat Forum. Children will be supervised at all times. Suits: Ages 6+ Cost: $99
Mistake Maker Camp (2 Day program)
Imagine your child dealing with mistakes and facing worries with confidence and a growth mindset. In this two-day art and play program, kids will explore the art of being and thinking like a Mistake Maker through:
- creating three “make-something-great-from-a-mistake” art projects;
- learning strategies to think with a growth mindset and react with confidence and resilience when mistakes happen; and
- learning about famous Mistake Makers in history.
They will let their creativity flow as they complete artsy activities of Zen tangling, painting, drawing to scale, calming colouring in, weaving and clay sculpting. Your child will be surprised by how much they can achieve through thinking and behaving with a growth mindset. Suits: Ages 6+ Cost: $285 (covers both days)
Codebreakers and Quizmasters
Calling all young adventurers and problem-solving enthusiasts! Get ready to unleash your child’s brilliance and creativity in an action-packed challenge fun day like no other. This workshop is the ultimate boredom busting holiday activity. Work in groups to solve riddles, find hidden objects, identify your favourite song bite or sound effects (maybe even a funny fart!) and then we head outside for some crazy walk contests,, whacky relays and tennis ball contests all in a fun environment with the emphasis on competing not winning. These activities will leave the participants feeling accomplished and ready to take on any challenge life throws their way. These team activities are specially designed to cultivate essential social skills, helping your child blossom into a well-rounded individual. The challenges are designed for all talents, it is not about the most academic children winning but for everyone’s strengths to shine through. The last session we ran was a total blast….don’t miss out. Suits: Ages 6+ Cost: $99
Fairyshop Easter School Holiday Program 2024
Fairyshop Holiday program includes 3hrs of Fairytastic Fun. 3-7yrs Dancing, Games, Cookie Craft, Morning Tea & Disco Easter Bunny Fairies are going us these holidays, along with all our favourite princesses, fairies, cheerleader & Even trolls. Our event is drop off only & all children must be toilet trained.
April Holiday Doughnut Decorating – Whitford City (WA)
Join us at your local Krispy Kreme store this April holidays for a fun doughnut decorating activity.
April Holiday Doughnut Decorating – Hay St (WA)
Join us at your local Krispy Kreme store this April for a fun doughnut decorating activity.
Barista Brews
Chalk Pastel Koala (Ages 4-6)
Join us at one of the following classes:
Mt Pleasant Tue 2 April, 9-10am
East Vic. Park Thur 4 April, 12:30-1:30pm
Nedlands Wed 10 April, 1-2pm
Kingsley Fri 12 April, 12:30-1:30pm
April Holiday Doughnut Decorating – Cannington (WA)
Join us at your local Krispy Kreme store this April for a fun doughnut decorating activity.
Crabby (4-6 Years)
Currambine Wed 3 April, 9-10am
Mount Pleasant Wed 10 April, 11-12pm
East Vic. Park Thur 11 April, 9-10am
YoungMinds Dance Connection | School Holiday Program | Midland & Ellenbrook
Through dance movement, mindfulness and art activities, we will explore strategies to support mental health and wellbeing.
Edgewater Night Market
RAC Tow Safe
RAC encourages West Australians to travel safely and is offering free caravan and towing safety sessions to prepare you for your next trip.
Healthy Horizons | School Holiday Program | Mandurah
Empower young caregivers at Healthy Horizons event. Learn emotion regulation, boundaries, stress management for healthier relationships.
Girls/Ladies Only Bibra Lake Skateboard Clinic
Beyond Skate are running free Girls/Ladies Only Skateboarding Clinics at Bibra Lake Skatepark this summer. Register now!
Urban Rhythms – Joondalup Festival 2024
Urban Rhythms
Check out a cool new pop-up exhibition about the artists behind ARTBEAT, featuring images, sketches and insights into the work that goes into creating large-scale public artworks. Date Saturday 2 March – Saturday 13 April Time During Library opening hours which you can find here Location Joondalup Library This is a FREE event – no bookings required Suitable for all ages For more information please head to joondalupfestival.com.au To view our terms and conditions please click here.
Decorate your own 3D Wooden Bird Feeder (7-12yrs)
Join us for a morning of arty creativity and decorate your own 3D wooden bird feeder.
These wooden bird feeders can be decorated in a number of ways. You can paint them, use collage or even add glitter!
This is a free school holiday event and all craft materials will be supplied.
Children under 10 years must be accompanied by an adult for each school holiday activity.
For children aged 7-12yrs.
School Holiday Barista Program
MINECRAFT CAMP (TUESDAY)
This fun and educational Minecraft camp will be held at the East Victoria Park Community Centre on Tuesday the 2nd of April. We will be using laptops (supplied) to unlock the 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 East Vic Park for the Ultimate School Holiday Program: a fun and educational day at Minecraft Camp.
Easter Bilby Watercolour
Easter bilby watercolour!
Keep up the Easter fun at the start of these school holidays with a family-friendly watercolour workshop painting bilbies! Our very own Easter ‘bunny’ is very special and just as cute! Learn a bit about this vulnerable species while creating your own bilby artwork.
No artistic skills required, all materials provided !
Other Important Information:
- Please note this is not a drop-off program and children must be accompanied and supervised on site by a responsible adult; however, adults are welcome to make use of the coffee window and free Wifi.
- All participants require a ticket, guardians/ supervisors free of charge if not participating.
- Friends of the WA Gould League (Membership) receive 15% off all School Holiday Adventures at event registration.
- We suggest you bring a water bottle, hat, and wear covered shoes during your visit. We also suggest children ‘dress for mess’ if the workshop contains an art/craft component.
- All art materials to be provided.
MIND BUZZ MINECRAFT CAMP (WEDNESDAY)
This fun and educational Minecraft camp will be held at the amazing Port Kennedy Senior Campus of Rockingham Montessori School on Wednesday the 3rd of April. We will be using laptops (supplied) to unlock the 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.
School Holiday Fun
Need a break over the school holidays?
Why not book your child into the Calm and Confident
School Holiday Workshops
Your child will have a blast,
learn new things….
and you’ll get time to yourself!
Cupcake Decorating
Friendship Bracelet Workshop
Join us for a morning of friendship bracelet making these school holidays.
All beads and resources provided.
Listen to some music and enjoy the company of others.
Light refreshments provided.
Reccommended for 8 – 13 year olds.
Where:
Meerilinga Children and Community Services Beechboro
106 Amazon Drive, Beechboro
When:
Tuesday 2nd April 2024
10am – 11am
Cost:
FREE but bookings essential.
Contact:
Please contact Sarah Marron on (08) 9377 4749 or beechboro@meerilinga.org.au
for further information.
Sorrento Night Market
FOOD TRUCKS, GIFT STALLS, LIVE MUSIC, FREE FACE PAINTING, FAIRY, GOOD VIBES! PET FRIENDLY. EVERY FRIDAY NIGHT AT SEACREST PARK, SORRENTO
Gaming Unplugged
Gaming Unplugged
Tuesday 2 April 10am – 12pm
Ages 5+
Tickets on Sale – Monday 25 March 9.30am
Head into Subiaco Pop-Up Library and play some tabletop games. With a range of old classics and new favourites to play, grab your friends and try your luck.
Subiaco library runs a free school holiday program for school children aged six and up. An adult must accompany children, and remain within the library, during all activities.
Additional information
Getting to the event:
Subiaco Library has limited parking bays available at the rear of the building including two accessible parking bays. For more information on getting around Subiaco visit the city’s website.
Access and inclusion:
Subiaco Library is wheelchair accessible for additional information please contact Subiaco Library on 9237 9300.
Ticket information:
You are not required to bring a ticket with you. In the case of a booked-out event, names may be checked at the door.
More information:
For more events and programs at Subiaco Library visit the City of Subiaco events calendar, follow the Subiaco Library on Facebook or join the Cultural Services e-newsletter database by emailing library@subiaco.wa.gov.au
Bug Collage
Check out our great range of fun and creative activities as part of our school holiday program!
Using pictures from old magazines create your own unique bug collage with an unusual combination of pictures.
Use the template provided or you can create your own all while learning about the different parts of an insect!
Assemble your bug then add some legs with a metallic marker to really make it stand out.
See the School Holiday Guide for full details. Please note bookings are essential.
We hope you and your kids have a great school holiday!
Ages: 5 – 12
While our activities are designed for ages 5 – 12, younger children may require assistance from a parent or carer to complete the activity.
To assist with the smooth running of our School Holiday programmes:
· Please only book spaces for Children attending the activity.
· Please observe age guidelines, these are set based on type of activity or providers guidelines.
· If you are unable to attend a session, please cancel your bookings so another family can take your place.
Choc Box (Ages 7-14)
Free Community Movie
Come and Celebrate the school holidays with the youth team and enjoy an exciting family movie outdoors on the big screen. We will be watching “THE BAD GUYS”
There will be limited number free sausage sizzle, popcorn, fun activities and more… bring your picnic blanket, Chair, or bean bag relax and enjoy the outdoors movie on the big screen.
movie will be playing on the burrandah oval behind the youth centre building
movie starts at sunset
registrations not essential bring your family and friends.
Chess Holiday Program at Ellenbrook Library
This beginner’s chess program, lead by qualified teacher Dylan Gough, will help you improve and develop your chess skills!
Mills Park Free Skateboard Clinic
Beyond Skate are running free Skateboarding clinics at Mills Park this summer. Register now!
Tackers 1: Having Fun, Sailing course for 7 to 12 year olds
The Tackers program is specially designed for 7-12 year old children and everything from the colourful sails to the delivery of the program is tailored to be FUN. The Tackers 1 – Having Fun course requires no prior knowledge or boating experience, all we ask is that your little sailor is water confident. Australian Sailing qualified instructors will teach the basics of sailing, including all techniques required to set-up the boat, leave and return to the beach, sail around a course or to a destination and safety on the water. The courses also cover the basic rules of sailing, weather and knot tying. The focus is always to learn with fun and safety. Students will spend time on the water as well as many games on the beach. All equipment is included for sailing, including a Personal Flotation Device (life jacket) for each sailor, all you need to bring is sailing clothing and a snack for morning tea. Course Overview This course aims to provide children aged 7-12 with a fun, safe and affordable way to get into sailing. Course Prerequisites Water confident 7-12 years-old Who should do this course? This course is designed for participants who wish to have fun and learn the basics of sailing through games on and off the water. Course Outcome By the end of the Tackers 1 course, the participants will be able to: Steer with tiller extension under towing paddling power Tie a figure 8 knot, round twice and two half hitches Tack (push turn) Gybe (pull turn) Reach around a figure of 8 course using both tacking and gybing Sail with tiller extension Sail upwind and downwind by following the safety boat You will gain your Tackers 1 completion certificate.
Youth Week 2024 Basketball Competition
Gear up for an exciting experience at The City of Subiaco’s Youth Week 2024 Basketball event on Saturday 6 April 2024, from 10:30am to 2pm!
Stand a chance to win some amazing prizes, absorb pro-level basketball tips, tricks, and drills that will help polish up your skills! Whether you’re a skilled player or just eager to have fun and learn, this event is for you.
Please see below details on how to participate:
- The event is tailored to young people between the ages 12 – 25 years old.
- The event is an open- to-all mixed competition.
- Bring along your favourite basketball if you prefer to.
Please note that the event kicks off at 10.30am. We kindly advise that you arrive at least 15 minutes before to organise your teams.
We’ve got you covered with complimentary lunch and refreshments
Gather your friends and family and get ready to take part in an afternoon full of lots of fun!!!
Youth Week – SFX Makeup Workshop
Unlock the world of special effects makeup with the expertise of professional SFX makeup artist, Stephanie Davis! Dive into a hands-on experience where participants will master the techniques and processes on how to create burns, wounds and more. Witness firsthand how visual arts skills seamlessly transition into a thrilling and fulfilling career in the film and television industry! This workshop is not just informative; it’s an engaging and youth-centric celebration for Youth Week!
Make your own Croc Game Character Jibbitz at Beechboro Library
In this program we will explore using polymer clay to make our own jibbits. You will get to make two characters to take home!
Our school holidays programs are popular and often sell out. If this event has sold out, please join the waitlist and we’ll do our best to contact you when a spot becomes available.
Please book in as spaces are limited. For all inquiries contact Beechboro Public Library on (08) 9207 8585.
Please note that this program is suitable for ages 12 – 21, and is a hands-on workshop. Photographs and videos may be taken of the event. Please book one ticket for each person attending.
Kids School Holiday Pretzel Making Workshop
Join us at Pretzel in Fremantle for a fun and educational pretzel making workshop.
Kids Cooking Class (ages 5-8)
Let’s get the kids cooking this school holiday! Sign up for our cooking classes with Little Treasures Entertainment. Kids will practice kitchen skills, learn about food origins in our veggie garden, and enjoy eating their creations.
This class is tailored for ages 5 – 8. Parents, please stay for the duration of the class as children will need to be supervised at all times. Please note, due to the nature of this class, we cannot accomodate non-participating children.
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Piney Lakes Environmental Education Centre is accessed via the westbound lanes on Leach Hwy.
Sign up to the City of Melville Sustainability and Environment eNews to hear of upcoming events and initiatives.
Bring the following items for recycling at Piney Lakes when you attend a workshop: household batteries, printer cartridges, light globes, mobile phones and chargers, writing instruments, plastic bread tags, beauty packaging, oral care products, plastic bottle lids and medication blister packets.
Terracotta Flower Pot Painting (6-12yrs)
The perfect garden art project! Personalise your own terracotta flower pot ready for planting or a gift. Children will have the opportunity to paint a small terracotta flower pot in their own style using materials supplied. This would be perfect to take home and plant some seeds in.
This is a free school holiday event and all craft materials will be supplied.
Children under 10 years must be accompanied by an adult for each school holiday activity.
For children aged 6-12yrs.
Map Making
April School Holidays – The Golden Gumnut and Friends
Help the Golden Gumnut find its fruity friends!
Babushka (7-14yrs)
Woody’s World: Let’s Play Bush Cabaret
Join Woody and his colourful friends in this engaging show – it’s a kaleidoscope of old-school fun that blends music, puppetry, theatre, ukulele playing and loads of participation. Woody explains that this show is for the inner child in all of us: “It promotes natural play and harks back to a time when children played outdoors and life was simpler”. There is Froggie Show, Ralph the Tiger Snake and plenty of other surprises! OPTIONAL UKULELE WORKSHOP (FOR AGES 6-10) The pre-show workshop starts half an hour before the show and runs for approximately 20 minutes. It is aimed at children aged 6-10 years (any younger and they will struggle to play). Children who take part in the workshop can then be part of the finale in the show. A guardian must attend the pre-show workshop with the child/ren, but will not require a ticket. SUITABLE FOR: Children and their grown-ups! WHERE: Koorliny Arts Centre, Theatre 2 SEATING: Unreserved RUNNING TIME: 20 minutes (workshop) + 10 minute break + 50 minutes (show) WARNINGS: N/A
School Holiday Fun | Nyoongar Storytime & Dot Painting
Join us at the Walyalup Aboriginal Cultural Centre during the school holidays for some cultural kids activities.
Kids Cooking Class (ages 9 – 13)
Let’s get your tweens cooking this school holiday! Sign up for our cooking classes with Little Treasures Entertainment, for your kids to develop their budding cooking and kitchen skills.
This class is designed for ages 9 to 13. Parents, your supervision is optional, but you’re welcome to stay and enjoy the facilities. If dropping children off please ensure you arrive on time at 1.30pm to collect your child. Please note, due to the nature of this class, we cannot accomodate non-participating children.
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Piney Lakes Environmental Education Centre is accessed via the westbound lanes on Leach Hwy.
Sign up to the City of Melville Sustainability and Environment eNews to hear of upcoming events and initiatives.
Bring the following items for recycling at Piney Lakes when you attend a workshop: household batteries, printer cartridges, light globes, mobile phones and chargers, writing instruments, plastic bread tags, beauty packaging, oral care products, plastic bottle lids and medication blister packets.
Clay Ladybird (4-6yrs)
Lego Legends Club
Come along and join other Lego enthusiasts for an afternoon of creativity and building – a great way for your kids to unwind after school. All abilities welcome. Suitable for children aged four and older.
Science Fun, Magic and Model Making
Is your child a hands-on learner and budding scientist and loves to make models? Join us for a day of science and model making. This class is an opportunity for hands on exciting science experiments, magical world of maths by learning basic card tricks that they can wow their family and friends. Brand new projects so if your child has been before, it will be completely different. In the afternoon, children will become a Small World Maker. Each child will receive a Strength Heroes Architect Kit with a set number of 3D objects and shapes to make a real or imagined building sculpture or scene. It is amazing what kids come up with. We have had footy ovals, playgrounds and even a cat only beach. This class also includes a dose of resilience as we will explore how practice and perseverance is required to master new skills. Each child gets to take home their science creations and Architectural models. Suits: Ages 8+ Cost: $150
Wetland Wonders
Join us for an exciting hands-on program about wetlands and what makes them so special! Activities include: scooping for aquatic creatures and viewing under microscope magnification, a guided nature walk through our paperbark swamp, a ‘Bird Bingo’ challenge, leaf-litter sifting for invertabrates & beginner invertebrate classification. Please bring water, hat, and closed shoes. Best suited to children aged 5-12yrs, but all welcome. Tickets $25 per participant, with parents/carers/siblings under two free of charge. Friends of the WA Gould League receive a 15% discount on all School Holiday Adventures. Please login to the website to receive your discount when purchasing tickets. Please note that this is NOT a drop-off program, and all children must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Adults not wishing to particpate can make use of the coffee window and free Wi-Fi.
Gulliver’s Travels at the WA Museum Boola Bardip
Join us on the adventures of Gulliver’s Travels, presented by Australian Baroque at the WA Museum Boola Bardip.
Violinists Helen Kruger and Rachael Aquilina perform Telemann’s comic piece which tells the story of Gulliver’s Travels in the epic novel by Jonathan Swift.
This is a delightful and engaging program for ages 4+. The audience will be seated on cushions or chairs under the whale in Hackett Hall at the WA Museum Boola Bardip. The perfect family concert and holiday treat!
Booking website address: https://events.humanitix.com/gulliver-s-travels
Gulliver’s Travels at the WA Museum Boola Bardip
WA Museum Boola Bardip (HACKETT HALL), Roe Street, Perth Cultural Centre, Perth, WA, Australia
April 4 @ 9:30am – 10:15am & 11:30 – 12:15
MindBuzz Minecraft Camp (Thursday)
This fun and educational Minecraft camp will be held at the Joondalup Family Centre on Thursday the 4th of April. 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 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 Joondalup for the Ultimate School Holiday Program: a fun and educational day at Minecraft Camp.
Mini Master Kitchen & Zoo Excursion | School Holiday Program | Karrinyup
Free 2 day school holiday program for young people in school year 3 & 4, who has a family member or a friend living with a mental health challenge. The program focuses on exploring strengths & resilience using food and cooking skills as well as an excursion to Perth Zoo!
When
Thursday 4th April and Friday 5th April, 2024 | 9:30 am – 3:30 pm
Who
Children aged in Years 3 and 4 who has a family member or a friend living with a mental health challenge.
Where
Stirling Community Centres, Karrinyup on Davenport Street
Bring
Hat, sun cream, water bottle, enclosed shoes, HelpingMinds will provide aprons
Refreshments
Lunch and snacks will be provided
Cost
Free
Excursion Itinerary
Day 1: Parents/caregivers to drop kids off at Sorrento Community Hall at 9:30am and picked up at 3:30pm from Stirling Community Centres.
Day 2: Parents/caregivers to drop kids off at Stirling Community Centres for a 9:30am departure tp Perth Zoo and picked up at 3:30pm from Stirling Community Centres.
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
• or call 9427 7100 and ask for SHP Administration
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION
· If your child has not received support from HelpingMinds before (or within the last 6 months) a phone interview will need to take place with the parent/guardian
· A consent form will need to be signed by both parents.
· If children require medication throughout the day, they will be required to self-administer this.
· External support workers are not allowed at the workshop.
· Children require adequate independent coping skills to be able to deal with group situations.
· Your child must either have a family member or a friend living with mental health challenge or is at risk of developing mental health challenge themselves.
· All our workshops have a maximum capacity to ensure our counsellors can provide adequate professional support for all children attending.
· To give everyone in the community a fair chance, each child can enrol in a maximum of two workshops.
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Smiles & Excursion to AQWA | School Holiday Program | Armadale
SMILES is a 2 day educational therapy and resilience building workshop for 8-12 year olds who have a family member with a mental illness. Each activity focuses on equipping participants with the information and skills required to have a better understanding of their family members mental health and greater care taken for their own mental well-being.
When
Thursday, 4 April | 9:30 am – 3:00 pm
Friday, 5 April | 9:30 am – 3:00 pm
Who
Young people aged 8-12 who have a family member or a friend living with a mental health challenge.
Where
Churchman Brook Community Centre
Excursion Details
Parent/caregivers to drop off at Churchman Brook Community Centre at 9.30am for 10am departure to AQWA.
On return parent/caregivers to pick up at Churchman Brook Community Centre at 3:30 pm.
Bring
Hat, sunscreen & water bottle
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
This program is funded by the Mental Health Commission to provide support to young people caring for someone or with a loved one with a mental health concern. This program is provided at no cost to participants.
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Penguin Print (4-6yrs)
Kingsley Thur 4 April, 9:30-10:30am
East Vic. Park Mon 8 April, 9-10am
Leederville Thur 11 April, 10-11am
Mt Pleasant Fri 12 April, 9-10am
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.
Soar High | School Holiday Program | Ballajura
This 2-day school holiday will provide young people 8-12 years an opportunity to make and fly a kite, while exploring themes such as goal setting and strategies to assist young people in achieving the goals they set.
Day 2 includes an excursion to Fremantle Prison
When
Thursday, 4 April | 9:30 am – 3:30 pm
Friday, 5 April | 9:30 am – 3:30 pm
Who
For youth aged 8 to 12 who are at risk of developing a mental health challenge themselves. HelpingMinds offer support for young people, focusing on managing emotions, building resilience, and addressing concerns like anxious thoughts, emotional regulation, relationship complications, and sadness. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer treatment and management for individuals with diagnosed mental health conditions.
Where
Ballajura Community Centre, 69 Parkview Drive, Ballajura 6066
Excursion Itinerary
9.30am – Arrival at Ballajura Community Centre
10am – Bus to Fremantle Prison
11am – Arrival and Explore Fremantle Prison
12.30pm – Walk to Grill’d
1pm – Lunch at Grill’d
2pm – Play at Fremantle Esplanade Youth Plaza
2.30pm – Bus to Ballajura Community Centre
3.30pm – Collection from Ballajura Community Centre
Bring
Hat, sunscreen, ecncolsed shoes & water bottle
Refreshments
All food is provided
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
This program is funded by the Department of Social Services and is provided at no cost to participants. At this time this program is only provided for those residing in the City of Swan. We offer support for young people with a focus on managing emotions, building resilience, and addressing concerns like anxious thoughts, emotional regulation, relationship complications, sadness and more, though regrettably, we are currently unable to offer treatment and management for individuals with diagnosed mental health conditions.
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Art in April – with Olive Cheng
Art in April – Small details in nature with Olive Cheng
Thursday 4 April 10am – 11.30am
Ages 6+
Tickets on Sale – Monday 25 March 9.30am
Join fabulous local artist Olive Cheng and learn skills around observation, focus, sketching and showcasing the small details around us in nature.
PLEASE NOTE: – this is an art activity, please wear clothes that can get messy.
Art in April is a program aimed to develop and foster young artists before the opening of the Shaun Tan Award for Young Artists.
Subiaco library runs a free school holiday program for school children aged six and up. An adult must accompany children, and remain within the library, during all activities.
Additional information
Getting to the event:
Subiaco Library has limited parking bays available at the rear of the building including two accessible parking bays. For more information on getting around Subiaco visit the city’s website.
Access and inclusion:
Subiaco Library is wheelchair accessible for additional information please contact Subiaco Library on 9237 9300.
Ticket information:
You are not required to bring a ticket with you. In the case of a booked-out event, names may be checked at the door.
More information:
For more events and programs at Subiaco Library visit the City of Subiaco events calendar, follow the Subiaco Library on Facebook or join the Cultural Services e-newsletter database by emailing library@subiaco.wa.gov.au
Meet our WA Wildlife!
A school holiday experience for kids to get up close to some real life WA animals. Presented by WA Wildlife, a not-for-profit WA group dedicated to rescuing, treating and conserving native wildlife. This 60 minute session will give you the opportunity to get up close and personal with some of the animals and give information on what to do with injured animals and how to support our local biodiversity.
Parents/guardians are responsible for the supervision of the children in ther care at all times. This is NOT a drop and go event.
Piney Lakes Environmental Education Centre is accessed from the westbound lanes on Leach Hwy. Entry to the Centre is the first left turn after the Murdoch Dr/Leach Hwy lights. If coming from Fremantle direction, go over the Murdoch Dr/Leach Hwy lights, and turn westward using the dedicated U-turn bay on the right.
Subscribe to City of Melville Sustainability and Environment e-newsletter to stay up to date with upcoming events and initiatives.
Bring the following items for recycling at Piney Lakes when you attend a workshop: household batteries, printer cartridges, light globes, mobile phones and chargers, writing instruments, plastic bread tags, beauty packaging, oral care products, plastic bottle lids and medication blister packets.
Wonderful whimsical face planters (Ages 8-12)
In this fun and relaxing workshop children will create two whimsical clay face planters. They can be an animal, human or any face from your imagination. Della, an experienced clay artist and teacher will guide the children through the creative process to help them explore ideas and possibilities demonstrating the clay making skills to achieve pieces they love. Many clay tools , shaped cutters,stamps and other tools and equipment will help decorate their planters. The finished pieces will be bisque fired , clear glazed by Della and fired again . All planters will be weather proof ready for your garden patio. Your clay planters will be ready for collection in approximately 3weeks. BYO: Lunch (no nuts) Afternoon snack Water bottle Paint smock/old clothes
Museum Mornings – Intergenerational Archaeology Workshop
A special Museum Morning school holiday edition for all ages. Explore archaeological collections, learn to identify items from digs, and discover treasures found in Subiaco, from large displays to items unearthed in residents’ backyards. Engage in a unique learning experience with hands-on identification activities!
Museum Mornings are held on the first Thursday of the month at the Subiaco Museum with a free morning tea provided.
Book now to join this free event for older adults from 10am to11.30am to explore the Museum collection and discover new artefacts with a different theme each month.
Closest toilets are located at the Subiaco Pop-up Library.
Please do not attend if you are feeling unwell.
Further Information
Please provide any access or dietary requirements to ensure staff can best accommodate you.
Getting to the Museum
The Museum is located behind the Subiaco Library at 239 Rokeby Road, Subiaco, WA 6008.
Public Transport
The closest bus routes are the 97, 27 and 28. Visit transperth.wa.gov.au to plan your journey.
Parking
Parking (including ACROD) bays are available outside the Museum.
West Coast Fever Junior Clinic (11-16 yo)
Whether you’re a netball pro or just starting out, our West Coast Fever Junior Clinics are perfect for everyone. You can attend with a friend, bring your entire team or come on your own – you’ll have lots of fun while improving your netball skills!
Plus, West Coast Fever players will be in attendance, a fantastic opportunity to meet the new team and learn from the best!
Details
Date: Thursday 4 April 2024
Time: 10:30am – 1:00pm
Venue: Gold Netball Centre, 200 Selby Street, Jolimont, WA 6014
Cost: $55 per person
Age: 11 – 16 years old
Attendees will be split into their relevant age groups.
What to expect on the day:
- 2.5 hours of fun, friends and of course NETBALL!
- Junior development specific netball skills and drills
- Match Play
- World-class facilities at the Gold Netball Centre
- Accredited Netball WA Community Coaches delivering the program
- West Coast Fever players in attendance
- Plus, there are giveaways!
Dean Russo Painting (7-14yrs)
Board Game Group
Feeling board? Join the NEW board game group. Starting 07 March 2024 Are you a board game enthusiast? Or would you like to learn new board games? For anyone who loves to play board games or wants to learn to play. Join NOW! Starts 7 March 2024. Every Thursday (excluding school holidays) P: 9364 0148 OR E: bg.bc@melville.wa.gov.au
DecaDance Disco-tastic Easter Events
Looking for a Disco-tastic Easter Event Come along and let us entertain, 2 hrs of dancing with our in house DJ, games, prizes and plenty of Easter fun! Bookings essential!
Futures Lab: Make your own pixel art at Ballajura Library
If you enjoy the art style of classic retro games like Mario, Undertale or Sonic, come and learn how to design your own characters. Learn the basics behind digital art and design then make your own animated sprites!
Our school holidays programs are popular and often sell out. If this event has sold out, please join the waitlist and we’ll do our best to contact you when a spot becomes available.
Please book in as spaces are limited. For all inquiries contact Ballajura Public Library on (08) 9207 8686.
Please note that this program is suitable for ages 12+, and is a hands-on workshop. Photographs and videos may be taken of the event. Please book one ticket for each person attending.
Polymer clay workshop Ages 11 – 17yrs.
Join us for this fun activity!
Join us in getting creative with Polymer Clay
Register your interest. This event is open for young people aged 11-17 yrs, 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.
Please note that no food will be provided during this event. Water is available however we do encourage you to bring your own water bottle.
Duty of Care: The City of Canning is committed to providing safe and supported environments where young people can feel welcome and thrive. Our qualified youth team will do all they can to ensure young people are safe, supported and supervised during their time on our programs and in our centres. A large part of our Youth Service is delivering drop-in from youth centres and outreach activities at various locations; meaning young people can come and go as they please during opening times. Please note: if a young person chooses to leave in the middle of a program or centre open hours, they have the right to do so. City of Canning does not take responsibility for young people who leave the centre or are not in the premises. City of Canning youth staff do not have the authority to keep young people at our premises at the request of parents.
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For more information please contact one of our Youth Workers at youth@canning.wa.gov.au
Woolworths NetSetGO Clinic (5 – 10 year olds)
Join us for our upcoming Woolworths NetSetGO Clinic.
Designed exclusively for 5 – 10 year olds, this clinic is the place to learn, have fun and make friends.
Whether you’re new to netball or an experienced NetSetGO’er, bring a friend or go with your whole team! Spots are limited so get in quick.
Details
Date: Thursday 4th of April
Time: 1:30pm – 4:00pm
Venue: Gold Netball Centre, 200 Selby Street, Jolimont, WA 6014
Cost: $55 each participant
Age: 5 – 10 years old
Attendees will be split into their relevant age groups
What to expect on the day
- 2.5 hours of fun, friends and of course NETBALL!
- Level up your skills with age approrpiate netball skills and modified games, in accordance to Woolworths NetSetGO.
- World-class facilities at the Gold Netball Centre.
- Accredited Netball WA Community Coaches delivering the program.
- Plus, there are giveaways!
Hot Chocolate Mug
Keep the kids entertained these school holidays with a huge line up of FREE activities at our Libraries! Check out our great range of fun and creative activities as part of our school holiday program!
Perfect for the cooler weather, create your own unique design and decorate a ceramic mug perfect for hot chocolates! To add to your hot milk and create the perfect hot chocolate, you will create a delicious hot chocolate spoon including marshmallows.
Parents: this activity involves melted chocolate and your child may need assistance making their hot chocolate spoon. Chocolate and marshmallows are used to create the hot chocolate spoon, please make our team aware if your child has allergies.
See the School Holiday Guide for full details. Please note bookings are essential.
We hope you and your kids have a great school holiday!
Ages: 5 – 12
While our activities are designed for ages 5 – 12, younger children may require assistance from a parent or carer to complete the activity.
To assist with the smooth running of our School Holiday programmes:
· Please only book spaces for Children attending the activity.
· Please observe age guidelines, these are set based on type of activity or providers guidelines.
· If you are unable to attend a session, please cancel your bookings so another family can take your place.
Waste Less Modern Cloth Nappy Workshop
Goodbye disposable nappies – hello modern cloth!
Join Kam the Nappy Guru in this practical information session for a user friendly guide to navigating the world of modern cloth nappies.
Participants will leave the workshop with an understanding of the materials, laundering, money saving and environmental benefits, plus the design attributes: shaped, washable, fitted, reusable, comfortable, hygienic and importantly, no pins! Ticket holders will receive a modern cloth nappy sample pack to take home.
Note: this workshop is available to City of Armadale residents only and is limited to 15 tickets. Ticketholders will receive a free modern cloth nappy sample kit to take home. *Partners/caregivers are welcome to accompany ticket holders to the workshop, and do not require a ticket.
Youth Barista Training Course
Looking for your first job or wanting a new skill to help get your next? Join us at Leaf Bean Machine to start your Barista journey!
Kids School Holiday Event, Girrawheen Hub Get Together
Welcome to the Girrawheen Hub Get Together! Join us for a fun-filled day of community connection and activities. The event will take place at the Girrawheen Hub on Fri Apr 05 2024 starting at 09:00 AM. Come meet your neighbors, enjoy some delicious food, and participate in games and entertainment for all ages. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to connect with your local community and have a great time together. See you there!
Icecream Van
Coffee Van
Stalls
Face Painter
Bubble Fun
Train rides
Rock Painting
Games & Activities
MIND BUZZ MINECRAFT CAMP (FRIDAY)
This fun and educational Minecraft camp will be held at the Bibra Lake Community Centre on Friday the 5th of April. 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 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 Cockburn for the Ultimate School Holiday Program: a fun and educational day at Minecraft Camp.
Pirate 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!
KIDS HOLIDAY OBSTACLE COURSE EVENT
These awesome XLR8 Kids HOLIDAY events are simply the best, they are always fun, active, exciting and encouraging for all kids from 5 to 14 years!!! Mud, water, 30+ obstacles, a personalised certificate and a wristband for every participating child are all part of the amazing XLR8 Obstacle Course.
Kids of all athletic abilities are encouraged to join in as there is no better way to connect with their own inner warrior and with their sporty friends and fellow friendly racers whilst they run, walk, crawl, climb and jump their way through a fun-filled obstacle course that helps them discover just how XLR8 strong they really are. You can choose between the 1km, 2km or 3km run.
XLR8 doesn’t put any restrictions on what track you can do based on age, it is your choice – it is mostly your child’s ability, resilience and will-power that determines which track they will complete.
XLR8 Kids events provide a safe outdoor environment where having fun and getting muddy is mandatory! It inspires the kids to have a go and trust their own abilities!
New is a reduced rate for group bookings for those liking to join in for their birthday party, a team event or a friend’s outing.
You can register 1 child or multiple kids from 5 years to 14 years old at the same time or make a group booking at a discounted rate.
Note: PLEASE REGISTER THE PARTICIPATING CHILD/REN (don’t register yourself)!!! That way the ticket is in your child’s name and we can prepare the certificates correctly. We hope you can stay till all children have passed the finish line so your child can receive his or her own personalised certificate & wristband.
During the event, sit back (bring a camping chair/ blanket), relax, encourage the kids from the side, have a cuppa and enjoy whilst our fantastic team is on the course with your kids or be a part of the XLR8 team and volunteer!
For any questions please see FAQ online or contact us via baldivisfitness@gmail.com
Dinner at Dusk Port Coogee – Summer Edition
Kids 7-14years cupcake decorating class SOR
Learn how to pipe buttercream during this special event.
What’s included:
– six pre-baked cupcakes to decorate, includes take home box
– learn how to fill and hold a piping bag correctly
– decorate with your own designs, using the extensive range of sprinkles and colours available
– make you own fondant toppers to go on top of the cupcakes
– a recipe book to take home and try yourself.
The workshops will be hosted at Kardinya Lesser Hall Meeting room.
This event is suited for ages 7-14 years. Parents are kindly requested to enjoy a moment for themselves at a nearby cafe/shops etc as we get creative with our cupcakes.
Cakes and decorations contain gluten, dairy, and soy. Unfortunately no allergy options are available for this class.
Hosted by Bake with Carli. Carli holds a WWCC.
There are no refunds available, except for certain circumstances due to COVID-19. Read full workshop terms and conditions at www.bakewithcarli.com.au/terms-and-conditions
Virtual Reality (11+yrs) Session 1
Come and experience firsthand the amazing world of Virtual Reality.
For ages 11+yrs.
Dinner at Dusk Bunbury Koombana Bay – Summer Edition
Virtual Reality (11+yrs) Session 2
Virtual Reality will transport you to a world beyond your own. Come along for an out of world experience.
For 11+yrs.
NORANDA NIGHT BITES
Get amongst the community, enjoy a selection of delicious cuisine from food trucks and browse market stalls and local businesses each Thursday night at the Hawaiian Noranda Car Park during the summer months. For more information, visit Facebook.
Multicultural Mums and Bubs Playgroup | Beechboro
Take some time for yourself in a safe and supportive space to share your experiences and connect with other culturally diverse mums.
Nerf Night
Looking for a school holiday activity with a difference? Join us at Lollipop’s Bayswater for a Nerf battle through the playframe. We provide the kids with Nerf guns, ammo, vests, safety glasses AND a dinner! (nuggets, chips & Pop Top meal) all you need to bring are your socks and your best aim. Time for a Nerf battle! Gear up and put your game faces on! TICKET SALES ONLY! Limited tickets available! *Rules and conditions apply* *Socks must be worn* ***$28.95 per Ticket, Adults FREE*** Café will be open Nerf guns and bullets provided Nugget meal included in the ticket price Suitable for ages 4-11 years Hosted Games with supervision Get your tickets!
KINGSWAY COMMUNITY MARKET
WA Tree Festival – Manning Lake Tree Trail
“Introduction to Macro Photography” Workshop with Simon Cowling!
Join Us for “Introduction to Macro Photography” Workshop with Simon Cowling! Are you captivated by the intricate beauty of the small wonders around us? Dive into the fascinating world of macro photography with acclaimed local photographer, Simon Cowling, the creative force behind Temple Dog Photography!
Event Details:
Date: April 6 2024
Time: 10am
Location: Herdsman Lake Discovery Centre
Simon Cowling, with over 50 years of professional experience spanning the realms of advertising, design, and audio-visual industries, invites you to embark on a journey into the enchanting realm of macro photography. Known for his boundless passion for photography and unparalleled talent for teaching, Simon’s Introduction to Macro Photography workshop promises to be an enriching experience for enthusiasts of all skill levels. During this hands-on workshop, Simon will unravel the mysteries of macro photography, from understanding the essence of “macro” to exploring the essential gear required to capture mesmerizing up-close details. Whether you’re a novice eager to explore the world of macro or a seasoned photographer seeking to refine your skills, this workshop offers something for everyone. Join us as we venture into the realm of tiny wonders, photographing spiders and flowers up close, and uncovering the magic of macro photography. Please note that while this workshop serves as an introduction to macro photography, seasoned macro enthusiasts are also welcome to attend, as there’s always something new to learn and share among fellow photography enthusiasts.
Intrigued by the allure of macro photography? Curious about the gear and techniques to capture stunning up-close details? Eager to learn from Simon Cowling’s wealth of experience and expertise? Secure your spot now for this exclusive Introduction to Macro Photography workshop with Simon Cowling! Spaces are limited, so don’t miss out on this opportunity to expand your photographic horizons and capture the beauty of the miniature world.
Gear:
- Do you already have your camera? Great bring it!
- Do you want to try one of the OM System camera bodies? Let us know that’s the case and our team will do their best to loan you one the day
- Do you need a macro lens? Please let us know before hand as well, and we will do our best to have the one you wanna try out there.
- SD Card, bring yours so you can keep your images.
Tickets – $40pp – WA Gould League ‘Friends’ memberships receive 15% off when logged in to purchase tickets. Best suited ages 10yrs – adult PEASE NOTE, THIS IS NOT A DROP OFF PROGRAM AND CHILDREN REQUIRE ONSITE ADULT SUPERVISION. Parents/ carers not participating in the workshop are free to explore the Discovery Centre and make use of the coffee window, gift shop and free WiFi.
The Perth Italian Festival
Holi Festival Perth – 6th April 2024 – FREE Entry & Thandai**
* * This listing is for securing your DAY 1 Tickets to our TWO-DAY Holi Festival extravaganza on 6th & 7th of April 2024 at Ozone Reserve
– with our National Presenting partner Commonwealth Bank
Perth Holi Festival‘s main objective is to celebrate unity in diversity and bring our communities together on the occasion of Holi – Festival of Colours
It’s TWO whole days (and evenings) of celebrating with Colours – Song & Dance – Food & Drinks – Culture – Live Performances… and much, much more!
– General Entry is Free –
There will be Colours…Lots & Lots & Lots of Colours!
There will be Music and Djs
There will be Food and Drinks from many cuisines
There will be Multicultural Performances
There will be Giveaways & Heaps of Crowd engagement
AND
– as an Aussie FIRST – there will be – Holi After Dark!
Pack your bags, forget your troubles and bring the whole family to join in the festivities
Bring your positive energy and vibe to the music, sway to the beats and colour everyone with Holi Colours.
Enjoy a fun-filled family event that you’ll rave about for weeks – We can’t wait!
Get your Colours, Grab your besties and Jump right into the thick of it, as there is song and dance everywhere!
When you get a breather, browse the stalls, taste some samples, snag a bargain, and get exclusive promos before you jump back into the sights and sounds…
There will not be a single dull moment – THAT is what we can Promise You
Step 1 – Register for Day 1 or Day 2 or BOTH 😉
Step 2 – Show up with your Early Bird or All Day VIP Pass Or Holi After Dark tickets to get your amazingly refreshing Welcome Drink, fondly called Thandai.
We saved the BEST bit for the Last…
As an Aussie first, we invite you to Holi After Dark
At 8pm, we switch to UV Lights and play Holi with glow-in-the-dark colours!
PLUS – Light Shows, Special performances, Professional face/body painter to create special designs – This one is going in the history books. You’ve got to see it to believe it
Your ticket includes – 1x T-shirt, 1x Glow in the Dark Colour Packet , 1xThandai Drink
Your unending Love, Dedication and Loyalty have made our Holi Festival #SuperPopular
…As a result, the Free Ticket queues can get unpredictable and looooong…
But you can Avoid the queues and enter via separate Entry by getting either a
VIP ALL-DAY ACCESS PASS or GUARANTEED EXPRESS ENTRY PASS
(both have their own unique perks – and will save you heaps of time waiting in the sun)
Categories of Tickets – Explained
1 ) FREE Entry Tickets – Choose your Time Slot (wisely )
Select ONE timeslot from either 11am to 2pm | 2pm to 5pm | 5pm to 8pm
Be aware that at peak times, there may (will ) be queues and a bit of waiting involved. We’ll try our best to get everyone moving along to ensure a safe and happy experience.
2 ) GUARANTEED Express Entry Tickets –
Need to Guarantee your Entry with ZERO wait times on your selected timeslot? This one’s for you!
Avoid the crowds and queues & enter through a dedicated separate entry. With this ticket, you are Guaranteed an Express Entry. Just show up on your time-slot, get your bag check done and go straight in!
Perfect for families with seniors and/or young kids…if you’ve got generally impatient people in your group ( We all know one … or Ten) we couldn’t recommend this option more.
3 ) VIP ALL-DAY ACCESS PASS –
If you prefer the full VIP Treatment with amazing perks, this is it!
Picture this – You check into the event from a separate, dedicated – Queue Free entry. You’re greeted with warm smiles and a traditional Welcome Drink. You get your Official Holi T-shirt and Two Packets of Colours and within seconds… you’re in the thick of it!
PLUS – The VIP Pass comes with the added flexibility of entering and exiting whenever you want, as often as you want. Passouts are ALLOWED.
So make your day Extra Special, away from the hassles and queues, and attend as many sessions as you want. Simples!
4 ) Holi After Dark
We saved the BEST bit for the Last…As an Aussie first, we invite you to Holi After Dark. At 6pm, we switch to UV Lights and play Holi with glow-in-the-dark colours!
PLUS – Light Shows, Special performances – You’ve got to see it to believe it
Needs a separate ticket that includes 1x T-shirt, 1 x UV Special Colour Pack and Thandai Drink
This one is going in the history books # ChakDePhattey!
Sensory play at Beechboro Library
This engaging sensory session will allow your young person to enjoy their world in a fun and safe environment.
This program is designed to engage and challenge the understanding of object permanence and offers opportunities for babies and toddlers to practice posting techniques and problem solving through fun and exciting games.
Our school holidays programs are popular and often sell out. If this event has sold out, please join the waitlist and we’ll do our best to contact you when a spot becomes available.
Please book in as spaces are limited. For all inquiries contact Beechboro Public Library on (08) 9207 8585.
Please note that this program is suitable for children aged 0 – 2 years old, and is a hands-on workshop. Photographs and videos may be taken of the event. Please book one ticket for each person attending. Parents/caregivers must be in attendance but do not need to book a ticket for themselves.
Gourmet in The Park Glen Forrest
Perth Hills Events present Gourmet in The Park. Food * Gourmet food * Food trucks * Delish coffee and beverages * Wines * Distilleries – yes we have the biggest collection attending (you asked we pulled them in). * Beers * Chilli * Sauces * Oils * Sweet treats * Savoury delights * Pottery * Woodwork * Divine candles * Puppy treats. All of this under the trees with sweet sounds in the air and old fashioned quiet games for the kids, picnic rugs to sit on, trees to shelter from the sun and a wonderful day to be had.
Tug of War Competition
Round up your team and prepare to tug your way to victory in this exciting tug-of-war contest.
It’s a great opportunity to bond with friends, make new friends, and have some fun.
Prize
The winning team will choose which Shire of Harvey school* benefits from a $500 donation towards sporting equipment.
Each team must consist of two adults and four youths. The Shire staff present will seek to ensure that all teams are balanced in weight and strength. The Shire reserves the right to add a team member to a disadvantaged team. Should there be multiple teams from high schools and primary schools – there may be a high school and primary school division* ($250 each).
Safety
Footwear is compulsory. We recommend all participants wear strong flat footwear. No crocs or flip flops. Gloves and other safety equipment are recommended but are optional.
Liability
By participating all teams agree that they enter at their own risk and waive all claims against Shire of Harvey including all of their members and volunteers.
Rules and governing of competition
- All teams must have six members (this may be adjusted to balance team by Shire staff)
- All team members must be over 8 years old.
- Teams must nominate one member as a captain.
- Gloves may be worn.
- Footwear with any form of studs or spikes is forbidden and may result in disqualification.
- All teams must be ready to pull at their allotted start times – team organisers will be advised of times in advance of the competition.
- No anchorman – the rope is not be looped around waist only held
- All members must remain on their feet
- No hands are allowed to be persistently on the ground.
- Lots will be drawn to establish opponents in the first round.
- Before pulling the judge will order teams to “Pick up the rope”
- The judge will then ask both teams if they are ready then give the order “Take the strain”, at this point the teams should heel in and pull the rope tight. The judge will make sure that the teams are centred over the starting mark and, when they are balanced, the order “Pull” will be given.
- There will be a maximum of three pulls in a match and the first team to win two pulls will win the match and progress to the next round.
- Two warnings for rule infringements or inappropriate behaviour will be given. A third infringement will result in disqualification.
Family Nature Day
Embrace the weekend with a relaxing afternoon in the company of family and friends, surrounded by the beauty of Herdsman Lake! This family event includes a range of fun children’s activities nestled under the trees, as well as regular favourites, 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 bakery treat from our coffee window Twitchers.
Entry is $30 for families, $10 for individuals and free for Friends of the WA Gould League. Bookings are essential; please visit the WA Gould League website to secure your tickets. All proceeds of the Family Nature Day go towards ongoing nature education & community initiatives. Can’t wait to see you there!
Wanneroo Playgroup Open Day
MIND BUZZ MINECRAFT CAMP (MONDAY)
This fun and educational Minecraft camp will be held at Perth College on Monday the 8th of April. 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 at Perth College for the Ultimate School Holiday Program: a fun and educational day at Minecraft Camp.
Kids Textured Art with Tessa Ages 8+
We are so excited for this workshop. Your little creative will spend the morning getting creative with texture and colour. Tessa will teach the kids a trendy new technique – starting with applying the background colour, followed by an introduction to the texture technique and achieving the beautiful petal shapes with palette knives. Each child will head home with a stunning texture canvas. Don’t forget to bring your water bottle & wear old clothing
Very Arty Play Day
Join us for a day of arty adventures designed to delight. Children will create three different projects that change each holiday. Arty mediums include sculpture, painting, printmaking. This will be a fun, creative day that will keep your kids engaged for the whole day. The best bit is we clean up the mess. While they are developing their fine motor skills, they will discover that working with natural materials requires patience and persistence. We will explore the different emotions that come with learning. This workshop will develop your children’s creativity and perseverance skills that will support learning in other parts of their life. Each child will bring home a worksheet that will give you strategies to help support their emotions so that you have a guide for how to help your child without taking over. Suits: Ages 6+ Cost: $99
Weaving Magic
Kids love weaving. We think its the magic of a single thread becoming a piece of material. We love the pride that comes from the kids as they master a new skill. Most of all we love how weaving is such a peaceful activity. In this mindful workshop we explore how our brain learns and responds when we make a mistake or challenge. However, kids won’t know they are learning skills for life because we use the weaving as a teacher of these important lessons. Kids will weave using on a wooden loom to make a hanging weaving and they may even have time to make a simple basket. Suits: Ages 8+ Cost: $150
Nature Play in the Park – Cubby Building
Create your own Joke book with Mark Guthrie
Check out our great range of fun and creative activities as part of our school holiday program!
Create your own book of jokes with professional illustrator and writer Mark Guthrie, author of My First Book of Jokes. A fun family activity but writing and illustration will be involved. We promise you lots of laughs!
See the School Holiday Guide for full details. Please note bookings are essential.
We hope you and your kids have a great school holiday!
Ages: 5 – 12
While our activities are designed for ages 5 – 12, younger children may require assistance from a parent or carer to complete the activity.
To assist with the smooth running of our School Holiday programmes:
· Please only book spaces for Children attending the activity.
· Please observe age guidelines, these are set based on type of activity or providers guidelines.
· If you are unable to attend a session, please cancel your bookings so another family can take your place.
Easter school holidays kids art class- create your own bag
- Come and create this cute bunny tote bag, this is a fun and creative session ,( sutible for age 5-11 years old) .. can be used as a library bag..
- All materials provided.
- Places are limited.
Time: 8/4/24 10:30am – 12pm
Location : Goosbery Hill – Multi Use Facility , 42 Ledger Road, Gooseberry Hill WA.
- No refunds (unless the event is cancelled by the host ).
Create your own Superhero Character with Mark Guthrie
Check out our great range of fun and creative activities as part of our school holiday program!
Create your own Superhero Character
An action-packed ‘hands-on’ workshop where tips, tricks and ideas are explained and explored. Learn the ‘nuts and bolts’ of how to go about creating comics and develop your own Batman, Power-Ranger, Wonder Woman style character.
See the School Holiday Guide for full details. Please note bookings are essential.
We hope you and your kids have a great school holiday!
Ages: 5 – 12
While our activities are designed for ages 5 – 12, younger children may require assistance from a parent or carer to complete the activity.
To assist with the smooth running of our School Holiday programmes:
· Please only book spaces for Children attending the activity.
· Please observe age guidelines, these are set based on type of activity or providers guidelines.
· If you are unable to attend a session, please cancel your bookings so another family can take your place.
Kids Knitted Bag with It’s Pretty Knotted Ages 8+
Join us for an exciting workshop where you’ll learn the art of hand-knitting and create a beautiful velvet bag with accompanying accessories. You choose your own colour. In this workshop, we’ll guide you through the process of mastering basic knitting techniques and adding stylish embellishments to your finished bag. Don’t miss this chance to indulge in the luxurious world of velvet and knitting! (Embellishments at an extra cost) Ages 8+
Simple Sewing – Beautiful Bunny
Check out our great range of fun and creative activities as part of our school holiday program!
Make an easy to sew Bunny, with this simple pattern in colourful fabric. Learn how to make a pom-pom with fork, to add a tail to your bunny and we will finish it off with a simple ribbon around its neck.
Children attending this workshop will need an Adult to help with threading needles.
See the School Holiday Guide for full details. Please note bookings are essential.
We hope you and your kids have a great school holiday!
Ages: 8 – 12
While our activities are designed for ages 5 – 12, younger children may require assistance from a parent or carer to complete the activity.
To assist with the smooth running of our School Holiday programmes:
· Please only book spaces for Children attending the activity.
· Please observe age guidelines, these are set based on type of activity or providers guidelines.
· If you are unable to attend a session, please cancel your bookings so another family can take your place.
Mistake Maker Camp (2 Day program)
Imagine your child dealing with mistakes and facing worries with confidence and a growth mindset. In this two-day art and play program, kids will explore the art of being and thinking like a Mistake Maker through:
- creating three “make-something-great-from-a-mistake” art projects;
- learning strategies to think with a growth mindset and react with confidence and resilience when mistakes happen; and
- learning about famous Mistake Makers in history.
They will let their creativity flow as they complete artsy activities of Zen tangling, painting, drawing to scale, calming colouring in, weaving and clay sculpting. Your child will be surprised by how much they can achieve through thinking and behaving with a growth mindset. Not only will your child learn some new art skills, they will also learn resilience and mindfulness techniques and receive our Wizzy Dizzy to help manage their emotions when BIG emotions strike. Suits: Ages 6+ Cost: $285 (covers both days)
Kids First Aid with Royal Lifesaving WA at Midland Library
This first aid session is designed specifically for kids aged between 8-13, and includes fun, interactive activities to teach children skills that will equip them to assist in an emergency situation anywhere, anytime.
The aim of the course is to enable students to learn through the completion of hands-on activities and games, which will give them an understanding of how they can respond in day-to-day situations they may face. The course will cover the areas of emergency response, calling an ambulance, CPR, bandaging for bleeds, and the use and make-up of a first aid kit.
Please note: This is a full day workshop and participants are asked to bring a packed lunch, snacks and a water bottle. Attendees will remain in the library space for the duration of the workshop and guardians will be required to sign participants in and sign out.
Please book in as spaces are limited. For all inquiries contact Midland Public Library on (08) 9267 9020.
Please note that this program is suitable for children aged 8-13, and is a first aid class. Photographs and videos may be taken of the event. Please book one ticket for each person attending.
Mind Buzz Minecraft Camp (Tuesday)
This fun and educational Minecraft camp will be held at Perth College on Tuesday the 9th of April. 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 at Perth College for the Ultimate School Holiday Program: a fun and educational day at Minecraft Camp.
Codebreakers and Quizmasters
Calling all young adventurers and problem-solving enthusiasts! Get ready to unleash your child’s brilliance and creativity in an action-packed challenge fun day like no other. This workshop is the ultimate boredom busting holiday activity. Work in groups to solve riddles, find hidden objects, identify your favourite song bite or sound effects (maybe even a funny fart!) and then we head outside for some crazy walk contests, whacky relays and tennis ball contests all in a fun environment with the emphasis on competing not winning. These activities will leave the participants feeling accomplished and ready to take on any challenge life throws their way. These team activities are specially designed to cultivate essential social skills, helping your child blossom into a well-rounded individual. The challenges are designed for all talents, it is not about the most academic children winning but for everyone’s strengths to shine through. The last session we ran was a total blast….don’t miss out. Suits: Ages 6+ Cost: $99
Enchanted Lands (Age 5+) with Little Girls and Dinosaurs
Join us for a fun filled day of exploring far away lands clouded in mystery and intrigue. Where little minds and hands can come alive to explore and create their very own magical fairy tale inspired art pieces. We take a journey through story telling and art exploration to immerse ourselves in a time when fairy tales begun and create our very own characters, treasure maps and a world in a bottle to take home. We will learn to paint watercolour flowers and mushrooms too! Engage them in sensory creation with this long care day of exploring art, Rachel from Little Girls and Dinosaurs to guide the kids. What more could they want on the holidays? Ages 5+ Please bring morning tea, lunch, water bottle and messy play clothes. Book your space
Creative Arts Workshop for Children with Special Needs
Mini Paint a Pot Workshop – School Holiday activity 5-10 yr olds
Pop Down to Meerilinga Beechboro this school holidays to Paint a Pot!
All mini pots and resources provided.
Listen to some music and enjoy the company of others.
Light refreshments provided.
Reccommended for 5 – 10 year olds.
Proudly supported by Bunnings Malaga.
Where:
Meerilinga Children and Community Services Beechboro
106 Amazon Drive, Beechboro
When:
Tuesday 9th April 2024
10am – 11am
Cost:
FREE but bookings essential.
Contact:
Please contact Sarah Marron on (08) 9377 4749 or beechboro@meerilinga.org.au
for further information.
More Trees Please! (Ages 5-9yrs)
Looking for a fun activity to do with your kids this school holidays? Come along to Piney Lakes Environmental Education Centre to learn more about trees!
We will look at how trees support biodiversity, the ways they contribute to the carbon, oxygen and water cycles, and why they are important for combating climate change and improving liveability in urban areas.
This event will involve an outdoor walk, activities, and games. Please ensure your children are wearing appropriate “mess-making” clothing, hat, sunscreen and bring a water bottle.
This is not a drop-off event. Children must be supervised by a guardian/carer at all times.
Recommended for ages ~5-9 (other ages welcome if interested).
Please feel free to bring along snacks/lunch to enjoy in our amphitheatre.
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P iney Lakes Environmental Education Centre is accessed via the westbound lanes on Leach Hwy.
Sign up to the City of Melville Sustainability and Environment eNews to hear of upcoming events and initiatives.
Bring the following items for recycling at Piney Lakes when you attend a workshop: household batteries, printer cartridges, light globes, mobile phones and chargers, writing instruments, plastic bread tags, beauty packaging, oral care products, plastic bottle lids and medication blister packets.
Young Tree Whisperers with Faerie Cara @ Clarkson Library
‘The best time to plant a tree is 20 years ago, the second best time to plant a tree is now.’
To celebrate WA Tree Festival come join us for an enchanting morning with Faerie Cara! Discover the wonder of trees through stories and songs. From saplings to old growth forests, you’ll learn about the importance of your neighbourhood trees and how to take care of them.”
Through interactive activities and storytelling, children will discover the wonders of nature and develop a deeper appreciation for our leafy friends. Don’t miss this extraordinary opportunity to explore the mystical world of trees with Faerie Cara!
Each participant will take home their very own baby tree to plant and grow.”
Our Sustainability Series aims to engage and encourage our community members to learn about and commit to sustainability in our everyday lives.
Target audience: 4 years & over
Please cancel your tickets or advise one of our team if your plans change and you are unable to attend this event.
A Library Service Program in collaboration with Strategic Land Use Planning & Environment.
This Initiative is proudly co-funded by Water Corporation’s Waterwise Greening Scheme and forms part of our ambition for the City of Wanneroo to be a leading waterwise community.
Dinner at Dusk Singleton Summer Edition
Join us for Dinner at Dusk Singleton Summer Edition. Don’t settle for 5 stars, enjoy your dinner under all the stars in our southern skies from our line up of the best food trucks in Perth. We’ve curated an amazing food selection with wonderful live music to create an ambience you will love. Bring a blanket and set up with family and friends on the grass, or take up a seat at one of our complimentary tables. There is ample parking for those travelling from other areas too. The line up of Musicians and Food Truckers joining us will be posted in the event discussion the week prior to each event. Entry is Free. We’re all looking forward to seeing you there. Tag your mates and join us, It’s a community thing!
MT HAWTHORN HAWKERS MARKETS
Bring your friends, bring your family and bring your appetite to the Mt Hawthorn Hawkers Market. Family friendly | Dogs welcome (on lead) | Every Friday 29 September 2023 – 26 April 2024 Sweets and Beverages Bliss Baking Company Pink Panther Ice Cream Van The Juice Junky Wuyi Bubble Tea Cono Gelato Dinner Cucina Artisan Food Dentino’s Kitchen Emily’s Thai Kitchen Hungry Dragon Master Panda Osakaya Okonomiyaki Steam Bun Factory T-Sister The Little Phap Lalicious Pantry Ting’s Rougamo Gourmet Black Cockatoo Distillery Miss Cuppity’s Travelling Tea Rooms Dogs Nibblz and Dribblz Natural Dog Treats Entertainment Busker – Ari Davis Free Kids Zone – Messy Play “around the world” theme, face painting and a colouring in competition
Dinner at Dusk John Connell Reserve Leeming – Summer Edition
Egg Carton Mice
Check out our great range of fun and creative activities as part of our school holiday program!
Create your own little mouse family out of an egg carton, paper and wool. Then put together and decorate ‘the cheese’ house!
Put your egg cartons to good use and make some cute little mice, add some heart shaped ears and draw on a face with whiskers and you can have your own little pet mice without the smell.
Using a gift box, turn it into a little cheese house for them to live in and if you like you can also decorate a holiday house for them too.
See the School Holiday Guide for full details. Please note bookings are essential.
We hope you and your kids have a great school holiday!
Ages: 5 – 12
While our activities are designed for ages 5 – 12, younger children may require assistance from a parent or carer to complete the activity.
To assist with the smooth running of our School Holiday programmes:
· Please only book spaces for Children attending the activity.
· Please observe age guidelines, these are set based on type of activity or providers guidelines.
· If you are unable to attend a session, please cancel your bookings so another family can take your place.
Youth Adventure Camp | School Holiday Program | Ern Halliday
Join us for an overnight youth camp for young people aged in Year 7-9 (aged 12-14) supporting someone with a mental health challenge. The camp will be held at Ern Halliday and will include activities such as archery and flying fox, to help build confidence and resilience.
When
Tuesday, 9 April | 11:00am – Wednesday, 10 April | 11:00am.
Who
Young people aged 12 -14 who have a family member or a friend living with a mental health challenge.
Where
Ern Halliday Recreation Camp
Bring
Clothing for an over night stay, bathers, towel, bedding, hat, toiletries and suncream.
Refreshments
All food is provided
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
For Office Use Only: MarBrief1438
Art in April with Karen Blair – Character Drawing
Art in April – Character Drawings with Karen Blair
Tuesday 9 April – 1pm – 2.30pm
Ages 9+
Tickets on Sale – Monday 25 March 9.30am
Award winning illustrator/author Karen Blair will be talking specific techniques to get the most out of your watercolours. Karen loves to draw characters; old, young and in between inspired by everything around of her.
PLEASE NOTE: – this is an art activity, please wear clothes that can get messy.
Art in April is a program aimed to develop and foster young artists before the opening of the Shaun Tan Award for Young Artists.
Subiaco library runs a free school holiday program for school children aged six and up. An adult must accompany children, and remain within the library, during all activities.
Additional information
Getting to the event:
Subiaco Library has limited parking bays available at the rear of the building including two accessible parking bays. For more information on getting around Subiaco visit the city’s website.
Access and inclusion:
Subiaco Library is wheelchair accessible for additional information please contact Subiaco Library on 9237 9300.
Ticket information:
You are not required to bring a ticket with you. In the case of a booked-out event, names may be checked at the door.
More information:
For more events and programs at Subiaco Library visit the City of Subiaco events calendar, follow the Subiaco Library on Facebook or join the Cultural Services e-newsletter database by emailing library@subiaco.wa.gov.au
Painting with Natural Inks and Flower Pounding (Ages 6+) with Rivarossa Botanicals
Engage the kids in the craft of Natural Dyeing with Carly from Rivarossa Botanicals this school holidays! Creating their own design on hemp/linen fabric with flowers and leaves! Kids will also get the chance to paint with flowers using natural acid and alkaline to change the colours. When crafting their unique pieces, they will focus on the bundle dyeing technique as well as using the flower pounding technique. We try to use ethically sourced and earth friendly materials. No experience necessary!
PJs Movie & Popcorn Session (5-8yrs)
Kids, slip into your favourite PJ’s, bring a comfy cushion/pillow to sit on, and cosy up for a late
afternoon PJ and movie session.
There will be a movie screening, popcorn and drinks! Feel free to bring your own extra snack as well.
For ages 5-8yrs.
* Please note the movie will be rated PG or below. Should you need more information on the movie, please contact the library on 9531 7712.
Children under 10 years must be accompanied by an adult for each school holiday activity.
Mind Buzz Minecraft Camp (Wednesday)
This fun and educational Minecraft camp will be held at Perth College on Wednesday the 10th of April. 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 at Perth College for the Ultimate School Holiday Program: a fun and educational day at Minecraft Camp.
Science Fun, Magic and Model Making
Is your child a hands-on learner and budding scientist and loves to make models? Join us for a day of science and model making. This class is an opportunity for hands on exciting science experiments, magical world of maths by learning basic card tricks that they can wow their family and friends. Brand new projects so if your child has been before, it will be completely different. In the afternoon, children will become a Small World Maker. Each child will receive a Strength Heroes Architect Kit with a set number of 3D objects and shapes to make a real or imagined building sculpture or scene. It is amazing what kids come up with. We have had footy ovals, playgrounds and even a cat only beach. This class also includes a dose of resilience as we will explore how practice and perseverance is required to master new skills. Each child gets to take home their science creations and Architectural models. Suits: Ages 8+ Cost: $150
STEM – Animation Workshop (8-12yrs)
Kids, dive into the amazing world of animation with our exciting ocean-themed workshop!
Join us for a morning of creative fun as we explore the wonders of the deep blue sea. From colourful fish to majestic sea creatures, young animators will bring their imaginations to life. Kids will learn the basics of story boarding and animation creating their own underwater masterpieces. Get ready to make a splash in the world of animation!
NB. Kids to bring their own iPhone , iPad or any android device that can load up the app and a device stand/tripod.
Please ensure Stop Motion Studio is uploaded onto your device prior to arrival. It is recommended that participants download Stop Motion Studio Pro as this will offer more functionality.
Please turn off any timing restrictions on devices prior to the session so children can participate uninterrupted.
For ages 8-12yrs.
This project has received financial assistance from the Western Australian Government through the State Library of Western Australia.
Wellbeing Wonderland | School Holiday Program | South Perth
Free 2 day program focused on exploring hope, goal setting and maintaining wellbeing through group work and craft activities.
Day 1:
Children explore having a sense of hope, goal setting and how to maintain wellbeing through group work and craft activities.
Day 2:
Children visit the zoo. Connection to nature and exploring new surroundings help to support wellbeing.
Parents drop off and pick up from the zoo.
When
Wednesday, 10 April | 9:30 am – 3:00 pm
Thursday, 11 April | 9:30 am – 3:00 pm
Who
Young people aged 8-12 who have a family member or a friend living with mental health challenges.
Where
John McGrath Hall and Pavilion
97 Hensman Street, South Perth, WA, 6151
Excursion Details
Parents & Caregivers are asked to drop their children toPerth Zoo, 20 Labouchere rd South Perth.
Bring
Hat, sunscreen & water bottle
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
For Office Use Only: MarBrief1410
Nature Play in the Park – Flag Making
Worms, worms, worms!
This children’s school holiday workshop includes an entertaining presentation covering all the ‘ins and outs’ of worms, before the kids get their hands into masses of wriggling worms and create their own mini worm farm to take home!
- Suitable for children 5-12 years old
- Bring an empty clear plastic water bottle (1-2litres) with the neck cut off so that you can get your hand in there (to make their mini worm farm with)
- Each child must be supervised by an adult/parent for the workshop duration
- Please book participating children only
Facilitated by Vermiculture expert Kevin Smith (The Worm Shed) who has been working with worms and educating children for three decades!
Bizircus circus workshop at Bullsbrook Library
In this interactive circus workshop you’ll get to watch an entertaining demonstration of circus equipment and then get hands-on trying some of the various skills demonstrated. Get ready to try your hand at juggling, hula hoops, lasso, diablo, flower stick, poi, unicycle, mini bike, spinning plates, hat tricks and more!
Our school holidays programs are popular and often sell out. If this event has sold out, please join the waitlist and we’ll do our best to contact you when a spot becomes available.
Please book in as spaces are limited. For all inquiries contact Bullsbrook Public Library on (08) 9207 8989.
Please note that this program is suitable for children aged 7-12, and is a hands-on workshop. Photographs and videos may be taken of the event. Please book one ticket for each person attending. Parents must be in attendance but do not need to book themselves a ticket.
W.A Youth Week at Shepherds Bush
Tree-vitalise Your Spirit: Guided Meditation
Make a game out of mending at Guildford Town Hall
Join Artistic Disorder for ‘sew’ much fun as you learn how to make a travelling gameboard out of recycled materials. You’ll learn some basic sewing skills and learn how reusing and upcycling can help our planet.
Our school holidays programs are popular and often sell out. If this event has sold out, please join the waitlist and we’ll do our best to contact you when a spot becomes available.
Please book in as spaces are limited. For all inquiries contact Guildford Public Library on (08) 9207 8880.
Please note that this program is suitable for children aged 7 – 12, and is a hands-on workshop. Photographs and videos may be taken of the event. Please book one ticket for each person attending. Parents must be in attendance but do not need to book a ticket for themselves.
Futures Lab: Retro gaming at Old Midland Courthouse
Take turns in a fun and social environment alternating between playing and watching vintage games from classic consoles! Adapt to new situations, or else sit back and watch the chaos unfold on the spectator screen!
Please book in as spaces are limited. For all inquiries contact Midland Public Library on (08) 9267 9020.
Please note that this program is suitable for kids aged 12+, and is a hands-on workshop. Photographs and videos may be taken of the event. Please book one ticket for each person attending.
Netball WA Boys Clinic (Ages 10-13)
Our Netball WA Boys Clinics are perfect for boys build their netball skills and have fun with friends. The clinics are suitable for all levels of experience and will involve drills, skills, game play and more.
West Coast Mens and Mixed Netball Association players will be in attendance.
Details
Venue: Gold Netball Centre, 200 Selby Street, Jolimont, WA 6014
Cost: $40 per person
Age: 10-13
What to expect on the day
- 3 hours of fun, friends and of course NETBALL!
- Development of specific netball skills and drills
- Match Play
- World-class facilities at the Gold Netball Centre
- Accredited Netball WA Coaches delivering the program
- West Coast Mens and Mixed Netball Association players in attendance
Railway Square Artisan Markets 27th April
Immerse yourself in the vibrant community atmosphere and show some love to local creatives by perusing and purchasing the curated selection of great art for your walls, jewellery for special wear and every day, handmade clothing & accessories for the family, beautiful woodwork and amazing pottery! You are sure to find great birthday/anniversary gift ideas for friends and family too.
PLUS there is ‘MINI RSAMs’, an exciting selection of youth vendors aged 18 years and under! Look out for their special logo and support these fabulous up and comers!
Adding to the fun is music all day long, the chance to chat with neighbours, friendly volunteers and local business owners, indulge in a delicious meal or sweet treat from the food trucks on site.
Perth Hills Events supports – independent artists, crafters, makers, producers and creatives who take pride in what they make and share their passion with the wider community.
BAYSIE POP MARKET
A unique fusion Market combining slow-made local fashion, handmade beauty & accessories, pre-loved, up-cycled and vintage vendors.
100+ vendors poping up on the grounds at the Civic Centre Morley.
Shop ethical sourced, eco-friendly and organic products. Discover a variety of sustainable, slow-made, and handmade items from small businesses that prioritise the planet.
The Market Day would not be complete without food trucks and entertainment for the whole family.
Mark your calendars and come join us for a day of conscious shopping and supporting local talent. Together, we can make a difference and embrace a more sustainable future.
Market proudly supported by The City of Bayswater.
Hosted by Rag Pop Up & Inglewood Upmarket
Draw me a Character with Gabriel Evans
Check out our great range of fun and creative activities as part of our school holiday program!
Have you ever wondered how to draw a character in picture books? Sharpen your pencils and join author and illustrator, Gabriel Evans, for a fun session on making memorable animals and people for storybooks.
See the School Holiday Guide for full details. Please note bookings are essential.
We hope you and your kids have a great school holiday!
Ages: 5 – 12
While our activities are designed for ages 5 – 12, younger children may require assistance from a parent or carer to complete the activity.
To assist with the smooth running of our School Holiday programmes:
· Please only book spaces for Children attending the activity.
· Please observe age guidelines, these are set based on type of activity or providers guidelines.
· If you are unable to attend a session, please cancel your bookings so another family can take your place.
Build-A-Bear Workshop
Art in April – Watercolours at Theatre Gardens
Art in April – Watercolours at Theatre Gardens
Thursday 11 April – 9.30am – 11am
Ages 5+
Tickets on Sale – Monday 25 March 9.30am
Meet Subiaco Library offsite in Theatre Gardens and enjoy painting the scene around you. Focus in on the plants, paint the whole landscape or capture Bile Bob’s giant details.
We will be under the trees near the Giant Bilie Bob – near Hensman Road.
Caregivers are welcome to book a ticket and paint alongside their children.
Art in April is a program aimed to develop and foster young artists before the opening of the Shaun Tan Award for Young Artists.
Subiaco library runs a free school holiday program for school children aged six and up. An adult must accompany children, and remain within the library, during all activities.
Additional information
Getting to the event:
Subiaco Library has limited parking bays available at the rear of the building including two accessible parking bays. For more information on getting around Subiaco visit the city’s website.
Access and inclusion:
Subiaco Library is wheelchair accessible for additional information please contact Subiaco Library on 9237 9300.
Ticket information:
You are not required to bring a ticket with you. In the case of a booked-out event, names may be checked at the door.
More information:
For more events and programs at Subiaco Library visit the City of Subiaco events calendar, follow the Subiaco Library on Facebook or join the Cultural Services e-newsletter database by emailing library@subiaco.wa.gov.au
Mind Buzz Minecraft Camp (Thursday)
This fun and educational Minecraft camp will be held at the Grove Library on Thursday the 11th of April. 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 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 Cottesloe for the Ultimate School Holiday Program: a fun and educational day at Minecraft Camp.
Nature Journal the Season – Djeran (Season of Adulthood)
Nature Journal the Season – Djeran (Season of Adulthood) Create a nature journal page dedicated to the season. We’ll take a wander on the boardwalk and surrounds to discover what’s happening in nature during Djeran, taking photos or making a nature arrangement to inspire our page. This family-friendly workshop will be full of ideas for how to record the season in your nature journal, such as perpetual journals. BYO journal and drawing supplies, or use the provided materials. Ages 8+ recommended.
Other Important Information:
- Please note this is not a drop-off program and children must be accompanied and supervised on site by a responsible adult; however, adults are welcome to make use of the coffee window, free Wifi and explore the Centre & book/gift shop.
- All participants require a ticket, guardians/ supervisors free of charge if not participating.
- Friends of the WA Gould League (Membership) receive 15% off all School Holiday Adventures at event registration.
- We suggest you bring a water bottle, hat, and wear covered shoes during your visit. We also suggest children ‘dress for mess’ if the workshop contains an art/craft component.
- All art materials to be provided, however you are welcome to BYO your favourites!
Fishbowl Papercraft
Keep the kids entertained these school holidays with a huge line up of FREE activities at our Libraries! Check out our great range of fun and creative activities as part of our school holiday program!
Create your own bowl of Goldfish, in this fun papercraft activity. Your fish can swim through seaweed and create sparkly effects in the water and add some fishy bubbles. You won’t have to change the water or sprinkle food to keep these little fish swimming in their bowl.
See the School Holiday Guide for full details. Please note bookings are essential.
We hope you and your kids have a great school holiday!
Ages: 5 – 12
While our activities are designed for ages 5 – 12, younger children may require assistance from a parent or carer to complete the activity.
To assist with the smooth running of our School Holiday programmes:
· Please only book spaces for Children attending the activity.
· Please observe age guidelines, these are set based on type of activity or providers guidelines.
· If you are unable to attend a session, please cancel your bookings so another family can take your place.
Kids Macramé Wall Hanging Workshop (Ages 8+) with Liz Howe
Have heaps of fun in this 2.5-hour workshop learning how to create your very own Macramé Wall Hanging. It is suitable for beginners and no experience is necessary, as creator Liz will teach you basic knotting techniques for this beautiful wall hanging. Several colours will be available on the day to choose from so you can add your personal touch. All materials are supplied, and you get to take your masterpiece home with you! Morning tea will be provided Suitable for ages 8+
Mad science and musical instruments at Old Midland Courthouse
Using the magic of our makey-makey invention kits, create your own electronic musical instrument out of everyday materials like foil, cardboard and paperclips. Then program your creation with a selection of sounds using our laptops and Ableton music software. Finally, take a video of you playing your musical instrument to take home with you!
Our school holidays programs are popular and often sell out. If this event has sold out, please join the waitlist and we’ll do our best to contact you when a spot becomes available.
Please book in as spaces are limited. For all inquiries contact Midland Public Library on (08) 9207 8787.
Please note that this program is suitable for kids aged 9 – 12, and is a hands-on workshop. Photographs and videos may be taken of the event. Parents need to be in attendance but do not need to book a ticket.
Nature Play in the Park – Muddy Play
Mind Buzz Minecraft Camp (Friday)
This fun and educational Minecraft camp will be held at the Loftus Community Centre on Friday the 12th of April. 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 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 Leederville for the Ultimate School Holiday Program: a fun and educational day at Minecraft Camp.
Bassendean Markets
Morning Markets are held on the last Sunday of each month from May – September, 9am – 1.30pm Twilight Season (October to April)- markets are held on the last Saturday of the month in the evening except for December when it is held earlier due to Christmas. There is no market in January. Morning Season (May to September)- markets are held on the last Sunday of the month in the morning.
Special Effects Make Up Workshop
Makeup SFX workshops are a fun and interesting way to introduce students to new materials and skills.
Students get to see how visual arts skills and training translate into an exciting and rewarding career in the film and television industry!
Participants will develop and apply some of the techniques and processes used by makeup SFX artists, looking at shape, colour, line, space, texture and value, to create a look to resemble burns and bruises.
Younger participants may require an adult to stay.
Please advise the contact email address of any allergies and/or a latex allergy.
Lunch and refreshments provided.
WA Tree Festival – Nature and Time
Paint a Border collie – Kids art class- school holidays
Join the fun and creativity these school holidays as we are painting this cute border collie.
All materials supplied for your little artist to create his/hers master piece.
suitible for age 8-12.
- No refunds – unless the event is cancelled by the host.
- places are limited.
Brain games at Bullsbrook Library
We all know that the brain is the boss of our bodies – but did you know that our body can play tricks on our brain and vice versa? In this hands-on session, children will perform experiments that ‘trick’ the brain and body, learn about the importance of the nervous system in everyday life, and try out some techniques and tools to calm an over-excited or anxious brain.
Our school holidays programs are popular and often sell out. If this event has sold out, please join the waitlist and we’ll do our best to contact you when a spot becomes available.
Please book in as spaces are limited. For all inquiries contact Bullsbrook Public Library on (08) 9207 8989.
Please note that this program is suitable for children aged 5 – 12, and is a hands-on workshop. Photographs and videos may be taken of the event. Please book one ticket for each person attending. Parents must be in attendance but do not need to book a ticket for themselves.
Gaming Session @ Cannington Library Age 13-17
All youth aged between 13 – 17yrs are invited to register and join our youth workers for a special gaming session including Smash Bros., Mario Kart, Rocket League, and much more! Join us for some holiday fun! Play for fun and competition! Plus there will be Subway served to participants!
Register your interest to secure a place in the tournament. This event is open for young people aged 13-17yrs, youth who do not meet the required age will have their ticket refunded.
Please ensure that you arrive at 10.45am to start the event at 11am sharp, and please ensure you bring your ticket and have your name marked off by one of the Youth Workers when you arrive.
Note that there are two sessions – this is the first session.
Duty of Care: The City of Canning is committed to providing safe and supported environments where young people can feel welcome and thrive. Our qualified youth team will do all they can to ensure young people are safe, supported and supervised during their time on our programs and in our centres. A large part of our Youth Service is delivering drop-in from youth centres and outreach activities at various locations; meaning young people can come and go as they please during opening times. Please note: if a young person chooses to leave in the middle of a program or centre open hours, they have the right to do so. City of Canning does not take responsibility for young people who leave the centre or are not in the premises. City of Canning youth staff do not have the authority to keep young people at our premises at the request of parents.
Note: Participants will be playing Super Smash Bros Ultimate on a Nintendo Switch console (rated PG: Mild violence and themes)
For more information please contact one of our Youth team at youth.service@canning.wa.gov.au.
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Summer of Entertainment – Youth Fest
Market and Movies at Telethon Cinema Burswood
Pokemon Disco
Abra Kadabra Alakazam – Friday 12th April from 5:30 – 7:30pm will be a night of fun and games at our Pokemon Disco…. or should we call it our Poke-Ball?! We can’t wait to get a Pik-ach-u in your favourite Pokemon dress up while we Poliwhirl on the dance floor – it’s going to be so Tentacool! Don’t be a Slowpoke Drowzee Snorlax – get in quick for your tickets – there’ll be Ghastly Gloom if you miss out! Tickets are $19 including Kids Nugget Meal you say? Rai-chu are! Bring your spare Coles Builders – there’s a Chansey you can trade them to complete your set. Book now!
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….
Biodiversity Open Day – WA Tree Festival
Heating & cooling your home using trees
Tokyo Alley 12: Adventure
Yoga Under the Trees – WA Tree Festival
Aveley Community Festival 2024
Aveley Community Festival is back for 2024!! Arts, Culture & Sustainability & Environment! Join us for a fantastic day out!
Let’s Celebrate Belmont 125th Anniversary Party
Celebrate 125 years of the City of Belmont with roving entertainment, free rides and games, food trucks, face painting, discounted food vouchers and giveaways.
Dance and sing along to your favourite hit songs from the 80s, 90s and 00s live on stage, played by Stand and Deliver and GLAM!
Register and bring your free ticket to the event information booth to claim your $5 discount voucher to use at participating food trucks.*
For any enquiries regarding this event, please contact the City of Belmont via events@belmont.wa.gov.au.
Please note:
- *Limit of one voucher per person, while stocks last. Valid for Let’s Celebrate Belmont125th Anniversary Party event only. Not redeemable for cash. No change given.
- Do not attend if you have any flu-like symptoms and remember to follow hygienic practices.
- This is a smoke and alcohol free event.
- We encourage the use of alternative travel options including public transport, walking or cycling. Plan your journey with the Transperth Journey Planner.
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Storytime & Rhymetime – Tree Themed Sessions – WA Tree Festival
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
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