Let your child lead the way as you play!

Every Monday, Tuesday and Thursday morning, the Discovery Zone will be filled with items that are safe and inviting for tiny fingers and inquiring minds.

Our friendly staff will be there to greet you with lots of ideas on how to enjoy your playtime. You might even make some new friends as well!

These hands-on experiences are linked to the Early Years Learning Framework.

Days: Monday, Tuesday and Thursday
Dates: 4 February – 19 December. This program does not run over the holiday period.
Times: 10am – 12.30pm (arrive and leave at any time)
Cost: Free
Age: 0 – 5
Bookings: Required for groups of 8 or more. Call 1300 134 081

Subi Farmers Market is one of the oldest and original farmers market in WA, operating since 2009. We have a number of simple objectives.  We support a healthy and sustainable lifestyle.  We support WA farmers, growers and producers.  We create a welcoming place where you can meet friends, shop for wonderful produce and gourmet foods, enjoy some fantastic fresh food and drink for breakfast or brunch, listen to talented entertainers and know that the kids will be having a great time. We are very proud of our relationship with Subiaco Primary School.  They have welcomed us at their lovely school since the beginning.  Subi Farmers Market is a not-for-profit organisation that gives all of its profits to the school. We hope you enjoy attending Subi Farmers Market as much as we enjoy putting it on!  See you there next Saturday?

Leave the outside world behind as you immerse yourself in the incredible underwater world of sharks!

Our latest exhibition will take you on a journey through millions of years of evolution, leaving you with a whole new level of respect for the ocean’s oldest and most effective predator.

Produced on a size and scale never seen in Australia before, Planet Shark includes awe-inspiring models of real sharks, an extraordinary collection of shark teeth and jaws, and extremely old and rare fossils—some up to 370 million years old.

This exhibition also includes a walk through gallery where you will be mesmerised by stunning HD projections of underwater shark footage.

Whether sharks fill you with fear or fascination, Planet Shark: Predator or Prey will have you captivated from start to finish. Don’t miss out on this unique experience for young and old alike!

Story Time is aimed at pre-school children, aged two to four years. Celebrate the joy of language, books and libraries while helping your child to develop their interest in reading and learning.

Join fun, interactive sessions of stories, nursery rhymes and craft.

No bookings required.

For further information call 9400 4751.

Public run days are on the 3rd Sunday of each month from 10:00am – 2:00pm. Diesel services only.
Wilson Park Station Kent St. Wilson (Kent St. Weir)

JULY 2019

1st Sunday Run – 7th of July, 11:00am to 2:30pm – Niana Station

SCHOOL HOLIDAY RUN – Wednesday the 10th of July, 10:00am to 1:30pm – Wilson Park Station

SCHOOL HOLIDAY RUN – Wednesday the 17th of July, 10:00am to 1:30pm – Wilson Park Station

3rd Sunday Run – 21st of July, 10:00am to 1:30pm – Wilson Park Station 

When: Saturdays from 10.30am to 11am

Storytime at your library

And they all lived happily ever after….

Enjoy songs, stories, nursery rhymes and craft activities. These fantastic story time sessions for pre-school children are a special treat for mums, dads and grandparents as well.

Sessions are free, and run weekly on Saturdays from 10.30am to 11am including during school holidays. No bookings necessary.

Parents please note that children under 6 years old must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian at all times. Children between 6 and 12 years old must be accompanied by an adult, or older sibling (13 years and over).

When: Tuesdays, 9.30am – 10.30am

Get ready for school with this imaginative movement program.

Help your child develop their language and movement skills by singing songs and moving like animals in a fun, play environment.

Animal Move and Sing is a free program for children aged 2 – 4 years with their parents or carers (siblings are also welcome).

Parents please note that children under 6 years old must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian at all times.

Date: September 10

Time: 9:30 am – 10:30 am

Cost: Free

When: Wednesday 9.30am – 10.15am during school terms

It’s noisy. It’s fun. It’s free!

Help your child develop their imagination through play. This program offers families with young children opportunities to socialise and learn together.

This program runs during school terms for children aged one to five years old.

Term 3: Monday 22 July – Friday 27 September

Term 4: Monday 14 October – Thursday 19 December

Date: September 11

Time: 9:30 am – 10:15 am

Cost:Free

Welcome to the
SAKU BLOSSOM FESTIVAL by S&R Orchard

14-30 September 2019

Address: ‪46 Halleendale Rd. Walliston‬

Our Orchard is open in September for our annual Blossom Festival, and this year we are going Japanese. You can enjoy full bloom blossoms as you wander through Japanese art , Street food, and activities.

Take beautiful photos for Instagram or Facebook with our exquisite Japanese art – it’ll almost feel like you’re in Japan!

S&R Orchard in Perth WA is opening their gates for visitors to come and enjoy the magical spectacle of their orchard in full blossom.

Located just 30 minutes’ drive from Perth’s CBD, in the beautiful hills, come and breath in the fresh country air, smell the sweet blossoms and take your best photos of the stunning flowers…!

Bring your family, friends, picnic baskets, and come and spend the day in our lovely orchard. There will be traditional Japanese food and drink, an ice cream van, animal farm, and a bouncy castle for the kids.

ORCHARD, Picnic Grounds and Market Stalls
OPEN ‪8am – 5pm‬
Activities OPEN ‪9am – 3pm‬

FREE ACTIVITIES INCLUDE
Bouncy Castle
Animal Farm (weekends only)
Kids Veggie Planting (weekends only)
Flower Crown Making ($10 – weekends only)

ENTRY COST
Weekends Adult $10
KIDS UNDER 12 FREE
NO EFTPOS AVAILABLE
Please note all tickets are on entry

No bookings required
Plenty of parking available on site.

Photographers are welcome at no extra charge.

Pets Welcome.

Suitable for wheelchairs.

A free program that has been specifically designed for children aged 0-4 years, their parents and carers. Come along and play with the homemade toys, find the hidden wonders in the discovery boxes or cuddle up with a good book. It’s All About Play offers a fun environment where kids can be kids and adults can enjoy play time too!

No bookings required.

Where: Alkimos Pop-up Library, Gateway Shopping Precinct, Corner of Marmion Avenue and Graceful Boulevard
When: Every Tuesday // 9:30am to 11:30am during term times
Enquiries: 9407 1600 and 9405 5942

Where: Banksia Grove Community Centre, 14 Grass Tree Bend, Banksia Grove
When: Every Thursday // 9:30am to 11:30am during term times.
Enquiries: 9405 2722 or 9405 5942

Where: Clarkson Library, 27 Ocean Keys Boulevard, Clarkson
When: Every Friday // 9:00am to 11:00am during term times
Enquiries: 9405 5907 and 9405 5942

Where: Girrawheen Library, Patrick Court, Girrawheen
When: Every Monday // 9:00am to 11:00am during term times
Enquiries: 9342 8844 and 9405 5942

Where: Wanneroo Library Cnr Dundebar Road and Rocca Way, Wanneroo
When: Every Friday // 9:00am to 11:00am during term times
Enquiries: 9405 5940 and 9405 5942

Where: Yanchep/Two Rocks Library, Lisford Avenue, Two Rocks
When: Every Monday // 9:30am to 11:30am during term times
Enquiries: 9561 1110 and 9405 5942

Pixar Putt, a one-of-a-kind outdoor pop-up mini-golf experience, swings into action on The Plaza at RAC Arena for a 5-week season from 27 September – 3 November.

Inspired by some of Disney Pixar’s most adored films, Pixar Putt is set to take guests to infinity…and beyond!

Putt your way around 9 or 18 holes including Toy Story, The Incredibles, Finding Nemo, A Bug’s Life, Ratatouille, Monsters, Inc., Wall-E, Inside Out, Coco, The Good Dinosaur and more.

Pixar Putt is Perth’s hottest must-do attraction these school holidays!

HOURS OF OPERATION:
Sunday to Wednesday: 10am – 8pm (last entry 6.45pm)
Thursday to Saturday: 10am – 10pm (last entry 8.45pm)*
*7pm onwards is ‘After Dark’ for adults only

September 27

Time: 10:00 am – 10:00 pm

Is a free “”drop in” playgroup in a lovely outdoor setting. Come along and join in a variety of craft, games, stories, rhymes and other fun activities for children aged 0-5 years. Bring along a bottle of water, healthy snack and remember to be sun smart and slip, slop, slap.

Meet other parents, share in activities and find out what is available in the area. Enjoy playing, socialising and creating fun with your children in a great outdoor setting.

Sessions are held Tuesdays at Percy’s Park, Mead Street, Byford and Wednesdays at Memorial Park – Jull Street, Armadale.

Session times are 9:30am – 11:30am

The South Perth Toy Library is open for our community this morning!

Not a member yet? Come in and say hello, have a look at what we have to offer and have a play in the beautiful Comer Reserver play ground! If you are already a member, we look forward to catching up with you and helping you (your kiddos) check out new toys!

Join on line! https://sptl.setls.com.au/signup_online

Membership is $80/year (+$10 application fee). Members can borrow 5 toys every fortnight! Your kids may never be bored again and can boast that their parents are “Toy Librarians”. All members volunteer as Toy Librarians for a couple hours every term. Our toy library is a not for profit organisation run completely by local volunteers.

For more information:
https://southperthtoylibrary.weebly.com/

Looking for small group activities that take you beyond the four walls of your local watering hole? Let’s Roam is here to help. Sign up for a Perth scavenger hunt and put on your best Nick Cage impression as you seek out the national treasures hidden in Perth. This hunt will guide you through the cultural, historical, artistic, and zany Perth sights as you and your team contend for scavenger hunt glory.

The infamous Captain James Stirling declared that this was the most beautiful place in the world. On this fun-filled Perth scavenger hunt, find storied buildings, great green spaces and wondrous sculptures.

Who’s the loudest bird along Swan River? Who’s dancing (upside) down Hay Street Mall? Find out on this scavenger hunt of Perth!

Date: October 11
Cost: $11

A community event that promotes sustainable community living through a series of workshops, information talks, displays, craft stalls, demonstrations and performances.

We have carefully selected food vendors that sell delicious meals and snacks all made with local produce and only use minimal compostable packaging.

Transition Town Stirling is a small community group based in the City of Stirling in Perth, WA. We run and support a number of events throughout the year that explore local food production, sustainbility, waste, recycling and community building.

Run by Transition Town Stirling. Proudly supported by the City of Stirling.

Date: October 19
Time: 9:30 am – 3:00 pm

Art Upmarket is all about connecting art lovers with Perth’s best artists. Meet the artists and purchase art directly from them on the day. Fill your home with local art. The market will showcase a curated selection of more than 55 of Perth’s most talented artists in Winthrop Hall.

Saturday 19th October 2019 – 10am-4pm

Free entry and parking. Venue is easily accessible.

Venue: The University of Western Australia’s Winthrop Hall and Undercroft, 35 Stirling Highway, Crawley 6009

Website: www.perthupmarket.com.au Facebook.com/artupmarket www.instagram.com/artupmarket #artupmarket

Date:October 19

Time:10:00 am – 4:00 pm

Cost:Free

The inaugural Perth Greek Festival 2019 presented by LiveLighter is a major celebration of the impact of Greek culture on the development of Perth, celebrating the diversity of the different Greek community groups within the Hellenic Community of WA and sharing this with the people of Perth.
The Festival will feature a series of events and activities starting 19 October 2019, building up to the Greek Festival Day on 26 October to be held in Russell Square, Northbridge and culminating in Oxi Day (Greek National Day) on 28 October 2019 at Kings Park.

Events include:
– Greek Heritage Walking Trails – profiling the Greek people, businesses and cultural history of North Perth and Northbridge
– Planted, Plucked and Pickled – a journey from caring for your olive tree to harvesting the fruit
– The Greek Kitchen – a masterclass in in Greek classics for the everyday cook
– Greek Movie Nights – free screenings in Northbridge
– The Jews of Greece Photographic Exhibition – an insight into the life of Romaniote Jews and the smaller groups of Ashkenazi Jews of Europe that constitute the Greek-Jewish community.
– Boxopolis – working with local schools to create a cardboard chariots to be paraded on Festival Day
– Festival Day – the culmination of the Festival with food and market stalls, live performances, demonstrations and plenty of other activities

Perth Greek Festival is supported by the Office of Multicultural Interests, Lotterywest and the City of Perth

When: Saturday 19 October, 10.00am – 3.00pm
Sunday 20 October, 10.00am – 3.00pm

The Run-A-Muck family event presented by LiveLighter, is returning for its second year, transforming Harmony Fields open space into the ultimate obstacle course for a family fun day out.

Due to overwhelming popularity in 2018, this year there is DOUBLE the chance to Run-A-Muck, with the event extending over two days on an even bigger course.

Designed with fun and safety in mind, Run-A-Muck includes a range of obstacles that are both challenging and fun. Suitable for ages 3+ and for all fitness levels, this obstacle course spans over 300 metres and will be the largest inflatable obstacle course ever set up in Perth.

The course has been designed to allow participants to run at their own pace and is made up of a variety of giant inflatables as well as tunnels, waterslides, ball pits, foam slides and commando nets.

With such a range of obstacles to overcome, the Run-A-Muck course is an exciting challenge for experienced and beginner runners. Round up the kids, your friends and family and take on this awesome adventure challenge.

Tickets will be released soon.

The Bindoon Ag Show offers a family focused event with an agricultural theme for everyone to enjoy. Our event symbolises what it is to live and socialise in a small rural community. The event creates a forum for local businesses and producers to exhibit, display and participate in different arenas such as cattle, sheep, goats, home produce, craft and many more. The Show displays unique exhibits by local artists and crafters and has an extensive entertainment programme.

Join us to enjoy a fabulous family friendly day out in the Chittering Valley and as the afternoon progresses turn up the music and soak up the action of the rodeo and live band.

Camping is also available for those wanting to stay the night

You can “purchase” an early bird free kids ticket to the show and/or rodeo when you purchase an adult ticket of the same type, before the 14th September 2019.

A day for you and your fur buddies!!

With Dog related entertainment, stalls, information and presentations.

There will also be competitions such as obstacle courses, best tricks, best dressed dogs and also there will be a world record attempt to have the most dogs ‘married’ in one place.

We only need 400 dogs (200 couples) to ‘walk the red carpet’ and be unofficially wed!!

There will be food trucks for humans and activities for kids as well but this day is mainly about your dogs and there will be lots of selfie opportunities for you and your dog.

The evening will be rounded off with a free family friendly outdoor movie (Dog related) for all the humans and it will have a Dog theme (film TBC).

This event is brought to you by Baldivis Events and Parkland Heights estate and is going to be lots of fun.

Lots of prizes and lots of fun, lots of opportunity for you to showcase your dog.

Only social dogs are welcome and all dogs must be kept on a leash at all times please. There will be plenty of dog bags and bins and areas set aside for your dog to ‘conduct their business’

The Color Run is a five-kilometer, untimed event. At each kilometer mark, Color Runners are doused from head to toe in a different colored powder. Participants wear white at the starting line and finish the race plastered in color. Once the race is over, the fun continues at the Finish Festival, a larger-than-life party equipped with music, dancing, photo ops, activity booths, vendors, and more massive color throws., which create millions of vivid color combinations. Trust us, this is the best post-5K party on the planet!

WHAT TO EXPECT IN THE VILLAGE: 

• Massive Insta-worthy Color Throws every 15 mins:
• DJs and Dance Parties
• 7-Eleven Playground with FREE Slurpees, Fresh fruit, Krispy Kreme Doughnuts and Coffee!
• Extra sponsor freebies from Voost, Subaru, Harvest Snaps, and MORE
• PLUS MUCH MORE

Date: October 20

Time: 7:00 am – 1:00 pm

The Mandurah Children’s Festival is a FREE event which encourages participation in a number of fun family activities in a safe and friendly environment.

The festival is held on the Eastern foreshore, and coincides with National Children’s week. This year the theme of the festival is Communication.

There will be lots of activities, entertainment, learning opportunities and above all FUN!

+ FREE interactive workshops
+ FREE activities
+ FREE dress up competition
+ FREE stage entertainment

The Mandurah Children’s Festival will be host a number of stalls including food vans, market stalls and Mandjar Markets.

Come along on Sunday 20 October for a free, interactive day out with the whole family at another great City of Mandurah Event!

This year’s Mandurah Children’s Festival aims to be more inclusive by providing:

+ Changing Places (located behind the Visitor’s Centre)
+ Drop off / pick up zone (located in the rotunda car park near toilet block)
+ Inclusive activities
+ Auslan interpreter at the main stage
+ Sensory rest stop designed for those wishing to escape the hustle and bustle of the festival

Date: October 20

Time: 10:00 am – 3:00 pm

Cost:Free

FREE EVENT

We aim bigger and better each year bringing you lots of free and fun activities for the kiddies. This event focuses on ages 0 – 5 and it will not disappoint as we have regular live shows by one of our favourite and ever-popular groups Rock ‘n’ Toddle. They will be entertaining the kids throughout the day plus there will be a special guest appearance by ABC’s most popular owls, Hoot and Hootabelle.

It’s not a true Cockburn Teddy Bears Picnic without your usual favourites including:

Cuddly animal farm
Arts and craft activities
Hello Baby corner
Roaming teddies will be everywhere
Parenting information stalls
Rides and games and
$2.50 lunch packs from Friends of the Community or you’re more than welcome to pack your own picnic

It’s sure to be a day of exciting fun for your tot and family and we’d love to see you there.

Date: October 23

Time: 10:00 am – 1:00 pm

Cost: Free

This SIX-week course (Thursdays) is designed specifically for families with children over the age of 10. Inclusion is the key, and any adult involved in the parenting process is invited to come along and learn the skills needed to keep your family healthy.

Parents learn how to be leaders and role models in your family. Children learn how to be special and also how to belong. Both parents and children are invited to come together and learn the skills needed to keep your family healthy.

Participants learn:
* three basic skills: speak, listen and cooperate;
* six steps to resolving conflict;
* six steps to solving problems;
* three patterns that healthy families use.

Each family will learn:
* three ways to encourage one another;
* how to build on the strengths in their family;
* six rules for successful family meetings.

Fee: $120 per family (concession available)
To register for this course, please call (08) 6164 0239 to complete an enrolment form.

Date:October 24
Time:6:30 pm – 9:00 pm

This Christmas, relax and enjoy the festivities at The Pavilion, Marina Mindarie with a dining experience to remember.

Enjoy the Christmas spirit at our all-you-can-eat lunch, offering all your Christmas favourites including fresh seafood, gourmet antipasti, traditional roast meats from our live carvery station, along with all the trimmings, and a selection of decadent desserts, washed down with a variety of premium beverages.

Kids (big & small) will enjoy a visit from the Jolly Man in Red.

Adult – $150.00 – food & beverage
Teen ( 17 -13) – $75.00 – food & beverage
Child (12 – 4) – $40.00 – food & beverage Child Under 4yrs
Children under 4 years FREE

– Gourmet Christmas Buffet

– Three Hour Beverage Package
– Visit from Santa
– Kids Activities

BOOK NOW
https://www.trybooking.com/BCFDO
Or contact our friendly sales team on 08 9400 1188

E:Amie.Harvey@themarinamindarie.com

Christmas Day Buffet Menu 2019 **Coming Soon**

*Guests will dine on round tables of 10; smaller bookings will be shared

Cancellation Policy
Please note that all cancellations must be received in writing.
In the event of a cancellation, monies will be refunded if notifications are given within 30 days in writing

Date: October 25

Time: 11:30 am – 2:30 pm

Spot is one of the most loved dogs in the world, and he’s coming to Australia!

Spot and his friends are off on a new adventure to visit Spot’s Dad on the farm and meet the farm animals. But when they arrive, all the animals are lost! Can Spot and his friends find them all? They might need a little help from their new friends in the audience…

Eric Hill’s beloved puppy comes to life on stage with puppetry, songs, and puzzles for children aged 18 months+ and their adults.

Presented by arrangement with Salspot Limited, part of Penguin Random House.

Running times (subject to change) 55 mins

Premium

• $40.00 Admit

A Reserve

• $36.00 Admit

B Reserve

• $32.00 Admit

C Reserve – Restricted view

• $29.00 Admit

Groups (6+)

• $32.00 A Reserve
• $29.00 B Reserve
• Phone (08) 6212 9291 or email groups@ptt.wa.gov.au

Groups (Preschool 12+)

• $21.00 A Reserve
• $21.00 B Reserve
• Phone (08) 6212 9291 or email groups@ptt.wa.gov.au

Groups (School 20+)

• $21.00 A Reserve
• $21.00 B Reserve
• Receive 1 complimentary ticket for every 20 tickets purchased.
• Phone (08) 6212 9291 or email groups@ptt.wa.gov.au
  

Free – Under 12 months of age if sitting on a parents lap (Babes in arms policy)

Make Science Your Mission at the ChemCentre Open Day.

Tour the ChemCentre forensic science and environmental laboratories, have a blast at the explosive science shows and get hands on with chemistry.

Discover how ChemCentre help police investigate illicit drug laboratories; try on the Personal Protective Clothing and experience the life of a chemist who helps solve crime.
Explore the HAZMAT Emergency Response’s mobile chemistry laboratory and help detect the chemical risk with unique portable detectors.
Learn how ChemCentre Chemists and PathWest Forensic Pathologists use chemistry and science to investigate deaths.

Garden Lovers – Bring a sample of your backyard soil and our experts will analyse it to provide scientific insights into the chemistry of your garden.
Future Scientists – investigate becoming a chemist with the Royal Australian Chemical Institute, University of Western Australia, Edith Cowan University, Murdoch University and Curtin University.
Little Heroes – complete your mission, explore the world of chemistry, then collect your take home science kit.

This is your chance to meet the local science heroes who help protect the West Australian community in matters of public and environmental health, justice, safety and security.

Date: October 26

Time: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

Cost: Free

TAKE PRIDE IN RECYCLING! Recycle your unwanted, preloved goods while making money and supporting your community.

Reduce the amount of recyclable goods going into verge collections and general waste. By supporting this market you will be earning money while supporting the Swan Districts Lions Club, Midland, and by doing so will also support your local, national and international communities. Well done!

RAIN or SHINE

Sellers: No pre bookings. First to set up from 5am will have best choice of bays. Exit by 10:30am. Cash only: $10/bay or part of. You will be expected to follow the SDLC Flea Market rules.
Buyers: Entry is free. There will be donation stands within the market if you wish to support Lions and your community. Thank you!

FOR MORE DETAILS: https://swandistricts.wa.lions.org.au/ Facebook Swan Districts Lions email: swandistrictslions@gmail.com