July issue 2016

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Editor’s letter Hello and welcome to my July issue of Family Living Magazine.

Can you believe its the school holidays already? Hasn’t this term just flown by?

In this edition we have the essential July School Holiday Guide brought to you my Northern Beaches Kids Guide. This guide will give you some great ideas to ensure the holidays are filled with fun and adventure. We also have an article from Palm Beach Ferries to give you some family friendly outings on the water these holidays.

I also have a board game giveaway on page 23, so make sure you enter to win 1 of 3 prize packs.

We have a great article on how to save a relationship that has gone sour and also some finance and mortgage tips from the Rockpool People.

Last but not least we have our regular features; property of the month, recipes and whats on in July?

I hope you enjoy reading this edition and remember to tell our advertisers that you heard about them from Family Living Magazine so that we can continue to provide the magazine for free.

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In this issue…

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LJ Hooker- Property Of The Month

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How to Save A Relationship That’s Gone Sour?

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School Holiday Ferry Fun

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Love Raw Treats- A Personal Story

16

The Rockpool People- Finance & Mortgage Broker

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Smarty Pants Education

22

Top Family Board Games & GIVEAWAY!!

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July School Holiday Guide- Northern Beaches

29

Recipes

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What’s On In July?- Northern Beaches Kids Guide

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How To Save A Relationship That’s Gone Sour?

As

a human behavioural expert and speaker

at relationship seminars, I have worked with

resolve.

2. Understanding and communicating in each

hundreds of relationships to improve both

other’s values

partners’ appreciation for each other and share

Every human being living on planet earth lives

tools to overcome relationship-ending challenges.

their lives by a set of values. Their values dictate

In my time working with hundreds of cases over

and determine what they consider to be right and

the years, I have noticed certain rituals that allow

wrong, good and bad, their morals and ethics. Our

partners to last longer and experience greater

values are that of which we consider important

levels of love, gratitude and appreciation. I want

to us and we want to import into our mind and

to share this knowledge in hope that it will also

sphere of awareness.

empower your relationship life.

Whenever someone aligns with our highest So how do we experience deeper levels of love,

values, we pull them closer and call them friends.

gratitude and appreciation?

Whenever somebody rejects and puts down our

How do we save a relationship that has turning

highest values, we feel repulsed and call them

sour?

enemies. Our partners also experience the same emotional roller coasters. Our connection and

1. Be cautious of the elephant in the living

disconnect to our partners is dependent on our

room!

perceptions of our values and theirs. So the art of

It’s perfectly normal for us, our partners or the

learning to communicate in each other’s values

relationship to at times feel odd. We’re all humans

is the art of creating win-win conversations that

and have moments of emotional turmoil, the key is

leave both partners feeling highly fulfilled, truly

communication and action. It is the responsibility

inspired and valued without the need for pointless

of both partners to address the elephant in the

sacrificing of self for others.

living room and take action towards making sure it’s 100% addressed. The longer an issue is swept

3. Do something about what’s creating the

under the rug, the greater the charge that builds

sourness in the relationship

and sometimes, the harder it can be to later

Now that the elephants out of the room and

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something about what’s troubling both of you.

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your communicating effectively, it’s time to do

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School Holiday Ferry Fun If you are looking for an awe inspiring day out for the family these school holidays then why not take the kids to see the new Whale Watching Cruises brought to you by Fantasea Cruising Pittwater. You will not be disappointed watching these amazing kings of the sea up close in their natural habitat.

Fantasea Cruising Pittwater also offer a great service across to Ettalong where you can see Lion Island and Barrenjoey headland from the water and then visit the beautiful Central Coast to explore the picturesque seaside village of Ettalong.

Or why not catch a ferry to the Basin to see the Wallabies and have a picnic, go bushwalking or simply dig in the sand and search for starfish and shells.

Its right at our doorstep and bookings can be made online or in-store 1118 Barrenjoey Road Pam Beach (opposite the wharf).

For more info go to www.palmbeachferries.com.au or phone 9974 2411. * Infants under 5 years are FREE OF CHARGE for all services

Departure from Palm Beach Wharf and Ettalong • Licensed bar on board • Hosted experience with commentary • Complimentary tea/coffee* • Free Wi-Fi Book online, in store or over the phone * Food and beverage offerings will be subject to sea conditions

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A Personal Story Of Success 1. How and when was your company Love Raw Treats born?

The company was born in August 2015. ​After suffering from10 miscarriages and a failed IVF cycle which coupled with my anxiety, I was completely debilitated. I was always at the Doctors wondering what was wrong with me. I finally found an amazing friend Patrice Corrie who helped me find the right people (including herself) through her theta healing® techniques. I had the MTHFR gene, intolerances to gluten and dairy and parasites in my digestive system.

I surrounded myself with amazing services ranging from a holistic doctor, Dr Ameeta Gajjar, Alison Parsons and Sara Winchester kinesiologist/Chiro at Oasis Health. In order to do a complete parasite cleanse, my system needed a good clean up and to be sugar free.

I began making treats that weren’t available in the market place initially for myself, then for my family and friends and then for Patrice ‘s theta healing® courses then it just went from there I released my creativity side.

I’m in such a great place now.

2. What makes your treats unique in today’s market?

When making ‘Love Raw Treats’ treats, I use only premium quality ingredients.

Everything is free from gluten, dairy, soy, refined sugars, additives and preservatives.

All my treats are handcrafted by me and made with a lot of love. Everything is made from scratch so that I ensure the treat is exactly how I planned it should be – clean from all of the additives that seem to make people feel sick. All nuts are toasted to bring out the best of there flavours as well as adding a little more crunch.

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3. Can you give us an overview of the treats you currently have available?

Slices Peanut Snickers, Raw Caramel, Raw Cherry Slice, Raw Ferrero Brownies Walnut Paleo Brownie, Pecan Paleo Brownies with caramel coconut butter and pecan/walnuts on top Cakes Muffins in a variety of flavours, Banana Bread, Orange Jaffa cake, Lemon Honey and Almond cake. All cakes are

made with almond meal and no eggs.

Ice Creams Variety of flavours made with coconut milk This is a summary of my current treats but I have many more in recipe development stage so treats can be rotated to keep interest fresh.

4. Where can readers get their hands on your delicious treats?

Every second Friday I am at “The Beaches Markets” located at Pittwater Rugby Park, Warriewood. Good produce will ensure repeat business or You can buy directly from me.

I rely mostly on word of mouth Love Raw Treats website is a ‘work in progress’ 5. Do you cater for events, birthday parties etc?

I would love to. At the moment it is mainly for small parties, offices, events and birthday’s but given the opportunity I could cater for much larger numbers 6. What plans have you got for the future of Love Raw Treats?

My business goal is to make ‘Love Raw Treats’ a boutique producer of delicious love goodness which will fulfil a market niche and provide people who suffer from food intolerances with yummy treats. I would also love to teach other people how to reach there full self love potential with private theta healing, wellbeing and lifestyle consultations.

Amee can be contacted on 0404 037 903 amee@loverawtreats.com.au facebook.com/loverawtreats

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FITNESS

PILATES SESsIONS RUN BY QUALIFIED PHYSIOTHERAPISTS Located in Mona Vale in Sydney’s Northern Beaches, we enjoy developing individualised programs tailored to each person in order to achieve the benefits that come from doing Pilates.

This is a big difference between doing Pilates at Fix & Flex versus doing it in other settings.

After completing a thorough assessment, a personalized program that is unique to your body, needs and goals is developed for you by a qualified physiotherapist.

We then progress the exercises as you become stronger and as your body becomes more able.

Your session can be as gentle or as challenging as you want, whether you are suffering from pain, recovering from surgery, pregnant or an elite athlete.

We use traditional Pilates equipment such as the Reformer, Cadillac/Trapeze Table, Wunda Chair, and Mat, and also newly developed equipment called the SurfSet® and CoreAlign®.

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Finance & Mortgage Broker www.therockpoolpeople.com PH-8005 6001

WHY SHOULD I USE A FINANCE OR MORTGAGE BROKER? Finance and mortgage brokers act as your agent in a sometimes confusing and overcrowded market. That means, they are working on your behalf to find the best home loan or finance deal from a large array of lenders to suit YOUR personal or business circumstances.

While it can often be an option to borrow money from your existing bank or building society they may not necessarily offer the best deal for your requirements. Particularly if you are looking for finance for your business or for commercial property.

So finance brokers not only act as a comparison service to find you the best deal, but once that deal has been found they manage the application process on your behalf. Often their knowledge of the lending policies of different lenders can be the difference between a successful and an unsuccessful application.

save you money due to their knowledge of who has the best deals.

WILL IT COST ME ANYTHING TO USE A BROKER? No, it shouldn’t. With the possible exception of some vehicle and asset finance loans most broker’s commissions are paid by the lenders once a loan is settled. In fact, using a broker should

SHOULD I BE LOOKING TO REFINANCE MY MORTGAGE? Interest rates have reduced a lot over the past month, with lenders seemingly trying to outdo each other with some of their offerings. So if we can find a lender who is offering a much better deal than

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HOW DO BROKERS DIFFER FROM EACH OTHER? Generally, brokers have access to the same interest rates and loan products, certainly with the well-known lenders.

The real difference between brokers comes down to knowledge and understanding of those products, and how your borrowing needs fit in with the rest of your personal and financial aims and goals.

This knowledge and understanding affects the level of service a broker can provide.

At The Rockpool People we believe we score very highly on this! We also have a strong sense of community and social responsibility and support several small non-profit groups via the commission we earn from lenders.

your current mortgage provider then it could be worth switching depending on any costs involved. By switching lender and restructuring your loans you may not just save money each month but it might even be possible to fund renovations or improvements.

IS IT A GOOD TIME TO BE INVESTING IN PROPERTY? This is a very tough question and the answer depends on your circumstances, goals and timeline.

As we mentioned, interest rates are very low at the moment, even for investment property. But rental returns in much of Sydney are also very low. There are certain pockets of the country that are still experiencing good capital growth, but to access this we would recommend speaking to a property buyer’s agent.

We’d be happy to put you in touch with

someone.

We see property investment as a long term investment proposition. If you make good choices, structure your financing correctly, have a savvy accountant (we can put you in touch with one!), and importantly have patience, then property can be a sound addition to your overall investment portfolio.

Investing in commercial property may also be worth considering depending on your circumstances.

HOW CAN WE GET IN TOUCH WITH THE ROCKPOOL PEOPLE? We always love a chat about how we can help people. We can be reached on 8005 6001, info@therockpoolpeople.com on Facebook “The Rockpool People” and our website www.therockpoolpeople. com

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Celebrating

the successful completion of one of Smarty Pants Education’s Social Development Drama Workshops at a local Pittwater Primary School, founder and teacher Victoria E. Lockhart, is working hard to bring the cathartic medium of Drama to all schools in Pittwater and surrounds.

Every Drama Class and Workshop given

by Smarty Pants Education engages the children in exciting Drama activities including mime, characterisation and role-play to name a few. Stimulated through images, words and stories the children have great fun exploring the chosen theme and they feel great pride when building and performing their own improvisations to one another.

all know someone who has been the victim, bystander or bully.

Smarty Pants Education runs after school Drama Classes, Tutoring and Workshops through-out the Northern Beaches and would love to hear from you if your local School is interested in making Drama an addition to the activities available for the children in your locality.

Victoria E. Lockhart Teaching, Tutoring and Social Development 0405 146 345 victoria@smartypantseducation.com.au www.smartypantseducation.com.au

The recent Workshop on Bullying; a subject we can all relate to in one way, shape or form, enabled all the pupils to explore the questions of ‘What is a Bully?’, ‘Why do they behave that way?’, ‘What can we do about it?’,‘Who should we talk to?’ ‘Is it fair to get your own back on a Bully?’ and many more.

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CHARITY

Fight on the Beaches is a Northern Beaches charity raising money to fund cancer research. Over the past 2 years they have raised over $468 000 and have funded three brilliant young cancer researchers for a period of 12 months each as a result.

holiday activity packages, a beautiful Incu bag valued at $985, an Ubercircle original necklace and loads of other affordable options to suit all budgets,” says Chairperson Michelle HeatonArmstrong.

This year they hope to raise more than $250 000 for cancer research at their ‘Christmas in July’ Charity Ball hosted

by Richard Wilkins on Friday 8th July.

The majority of the funds raised will come through their online auction.

Belle Property, who are sponsoring the Ball, are also offering a 0% commission home sale. Whoever wins this at auction will sell their Northern Beaches home at auction and pay no commission to their local Belle Property agent. A fantastic opportunity to save thousands on your house or unit sale.

“The Fight on the Beaches Charity Ball is an evening of hope, hope that a cure for cancer will be found. Our online auction features incredible prizes from local and national business, all who want to show their support for a cure.

We have a $4500+ ring, a surfing trip to the Maldives worth $3500, school

Jump online to www.galabid.com/ fotb16 to view the more than 200 prizes on offer, with many starting at just $5.

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Top Family Board

Games These Holidays

Truth or Dare Ages: 12+, RRP: $24.00

This card game will have players learning secrets and laughing at each other while taking on bold challenges.

This classic game is a hit with players of all ages.

Stockists: Available at Toys2Go.com.au and all good toy retailers.

Switcheroo Ages: 10+, RRP: $27.95 The quick thinking category games that is fast, funny & frenetic! Players try to get rid of their cards first by responding to hilarious subjects. Play a card, slap the timer and pass to the next player…But be careful, a Switcheroo can happen at any time, changing up the subject, just when you have a great response in mind.

Stockist: Available at Big W (www.bigw. com.au), ABC Stores , Kidstuff, Myer, Toys R Us and www.Toys2Go.com.au

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Reverse Charades Ages: 6+, RRP: $31.95 Award-winning game with a hilarious twist on the classic charades.

Instead of one person acting out a clue for a team to guess, a team acts out clues for one person. In 60 seconds, teams attempt to guess as many words or phrases as they can and the team with the most correct guesses wins.

Stockist: Available at Big W (www.bigw. com.au), ABC Stores , Kidstuff, Myer, Toys R Us and www.Toys2Go.com.au

Smart Ass Ages:12+, RRP: $40.00 Here is the game for players who have been bursting to scream out the answer even when it’s not their turn.

Each question has ten clues. The first player to yell out the correct answer wins the round and takes a step closer to being the ultimate “Smart Ass”.

Stockists: Available at Toys2Go.com.au and all good toy retailers.

5 Second Rule Age 8+, RRP: $27.99 The game of quick thinking and fast talking.

It should be easy to name 3 breeds of dogs – but can you do it under the pressure of 5 seconds counting down?

It’s all in good fun with this fast-paced game.

Stockist: Available at Big W (www.bigw. com.au), ABC Stores, Kidstuff, Myer, Toys R Us and www.Toys2Go.com.au

I SPY Original Bingo Game Ages: 4+, RRP: $25.00 T a k i n g the award winning I Spy concept to the next level, this Bingo games uses unique cards to help kids learn their letters and work on their creative thinking. It’s a “Bingo” they can really learn from.

Stockist: Available at Toys2Go.com.au and all good toy retailers.

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July School Holiday Guide Applause Musical Theatre Workshops Our epic holiday workshops are a “one-stop-Performing Arts-shop” combining MUSIC, DRAMA and DANCE! Your child or teen will learn how to sing, act and dance/move to songs from a fun musical, plus gain acting skills through some cool drama activities, games and script work (from Year 3 upwards).

At the end of the workshop, the students will amaze you with a performance!

DEAL: Mention Family Living Magazine for 5% off!

Mobile: 0405 495 099 (Ingrid) Email: ingrid@applausemta.com.au Website: www.applausemta.com.au

Camp Blue Holiday Program Camp Blue Manly operates from The Stella Maris College each school holiday period. It is open for children aged K - Year 8.

Campers choose the activities they wish to do, participating in 4 sessions throughout the day and can select from a large range of activities depending on what program they choose including Parkour, Drama, Rock Climbing, Cooking, Robotics, a variety of sports and many more!

For more information visit our website at www.campblue.com.au or email manly@campblue.com.au or call the office 02 9400 9413.

Creative Coding, Code4Fun Sydney Programming School (Mosman) Would your child like to know how to code their own computer games or animated stories? Pretty cool, huh! These one-day programming sessions from Code4Fun provide a fun and engaging environment where children not only learn to program, but also have opportunities to be creative using code.

Computers are provided, and you don’t need to know anything about coding before you start! For children Y1 – Y6 students.

Contact: Email info@code4fun.com.au or www.code4fun.com.au

A NEW………..’GET READY’ Program

Designed with the developmental stages of 18mth to 2.5year olds in mind - Will soon be offered by RSGK Northern Beaches!!!

A 30 minute program with 10 sports offered over 2 terms, will fit in with our existing Multi-Sport & Exercise theme !!!

The program will be Sports based with a Gross Motor focus - 10 children per class with 2 instructors !!!

TERM 3 will see the start of this exciting NEW ADDITION to our program!!!

For further location and program information: claudia@readysteadygokids.com.au

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Find more local attractions and events at www.nbkidsguide.com.au

July School Holiday Guide July School Holiday Art Workshops at Sydney Art Space Sydney Art Space has a fabulous July School Holiday Art Program for ages 5-12 years which includes: Handbuilding in Clay.

Drawing; Painting, Cutting, Stitching and Assembling; Wax Resist Painting,;Crayons and Acrylics; Children’s Zine Workshop “My Own Dream Story”; 3D Sculptures using Cardboard, Wire and Paint; Origami Lampshade Making; and Collage, Painting, Printmaking and Assemblage.

Find out more at www.sydneyartspace.com under courses

Northern Beaches Orthodontics Special Holiday Offer Book an assessment for your child and receive a free consultation for you or another family member at the same appointment.

Your child’s teeth and jaws go through a very important period of development during primary school.

Early assessment by our approachable specialist orthodontists can simplify or avoid future treatment. A referral is not necessary.

Phone: 02 9981 3060 Website: www.northernbeachesorthodontics.com.au Email: reception@northernbeachesorthodontics.com.au

Complete Chiropractic After carrying around heavy backpacks, sitting at desks for prolonged periods, lots of falls and sports injuries, now is the perfect time to get the kids checked. At Complete Chiropractic we check your child’s alignment and posture and use gentle adjustments to relieve areas of tension. For the entire school holidays we are offering half price initial consultations for kids.

Phone: 9972 0040 Email: info@ccdy.com.au Website: www.completechirocare.com.au

Red Nose Kids Cuts

Special offer for the school holidays bring your DD in for a Princess Package: Includes: • Cut • Braids • Sparkles • Finger nails painted • A little lip gloss • Tiara • Lolly Pop • Small gift • Sticker All this for $28 ”Come in and see how much fun a trip to Red Nose can be” Call Kelly - 0426 893 030 or visit www.rednosekidscuts.com.au

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Find more local attractions and events at www.nbkidsguide.com.au

July School Holiday Guide Family Photo Mini Sessions What better time to capture some updated family photos than when the kids are on school holiday? Northern Beaches family photographer Daisy Stockbridge Photography is running a limited number of fun 30-minute mini sessions on July 14, 15 and 16 for just $150, which includes your shoot and 10 high res images, fully edited to print as you please.

For more information,visit www.daisystockbridgephotography.com or call 0406 932 902 and mention Family Living Magazine when booking.

Evolve Tennis Camps

Come and join in the FUN at our FANTASTIC School Holiday Camps at our Tennis Centres at both Collaroy Tennis Centre and Wyatt Park in Belrose.

• Suits ages 4 to 12 years • FREE Before AND After camp care.

Online bookings available at www.evolvetennisacademy.com/holiday_camps OR email us at evolvetennis@evolvetennisacademy.com Special Deal - Mention Northern Beaches Kids Guide or Family Living Magazine when booking and get 10% off!

Krav Maga Northern Beaches

Krav Maga Northern Beaches is holding a 3-day school holiday program that will teach your child how to protect themselves and help them grow in confidence and discipline.

Krav Maga’s self defence classes for children places emphasis on reducing threat, not causing harm. We teach kids that they can be strong as well as calm ... powerful as well as in control.

Dates : Monday 4th to Wednesday 6th July, 9am to 3pm Venue: 1/12 Rickard Rd North Narrabeen Cost: 1 day $90, 2 days $150, 3 days $195 To book a place please call or email Adam 0410 785 543 or info@kravmaganorthernbeaches.com.au

Art Workshops For The Kids & Family Heidi will guide you every step of the way, learning new techniques and methods in this fun and relaxing environment.

Saturday 2nd, Friday 15th, Saturday 16th & Monday 18th July TIME: 10am to 12pm BRING: Canvas & Idea - pic to paint PRICE: $35 WEAR: Old clothes Limited to 10 children each day only.

BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL Any questions please call me, Heidi: 0404 049 589 www.heidileewarta.com

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July School Holiday Guide Kids on the Coast School Holiday Program

Looking for something to do these School Holidays? At the Coastal Environment Centre Kids on The Coast School Holiday Program we are looking to put down the devices and get out and about in nature!

The Winter program ranges from Fun in the Kitchen and garden with our Little Green Chefs and the gang from Snack Habitat food truck, Getting out the compass and map for a day of adventure with Out and About Orienteering and Race around the Headlands. For those looking for the creative side we have our Beach Combing Sculpture Workshop.

Our group sizes are limited to 20 and led by qualified education staff.

Programs run from 10am-3pm Monday to Friday and cost $60.

For a full program of our activities these holidays visit: www.pittwater.nsw.gov.au/all_events/coastal_environment_centre Phone Enquiries: 1300 000 232

School Holiday’s at the Libraries Jacqueline Harvey Book Launch Monday 4 July, 10.30am-12pm, Forestville Library Scratch Game Coding Wednesday 6 July, 5-7pm, Warringah Mall Library Family Movie Nights 5.30-7.30pm Tuesday 5 July at Warringah Mall Library: Inside Out Thursday 7 July at Belrose Library: Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory (1971) Tuesday 12 July at Warringah Mall Library: Ice Age Thursday 14 July at Belrose Library: Aladdin Stop Motion Animation Wednesday 13 July at Warringah Mall Library from 10am Wednesday 13 July at Dee Why Library from 12.30pm Friday 15 July at Forestville Library from 10am Friday 15 July at Belrose Library from 12.30pm Bookings for all the above activities essential by calling 9942 2449

Manly Library: Midday Matinee For Children: Wednesday 6 July, 12noon Zentangle Art Class: Friday 8 July, 10.30am - 11.30am Bruce Mutard: For The Curious And Comic Lovers: Saturday 9 July, 12-2pm Minions & Monsters Tube Craft: Tuesday 12 July, 10.30am - 11.30am Teddy Bears Sleepover: Thursday 14 July, 5pm Winter Chess Tournament: Friday 15 July, 10.00am - 2.00pm To BOOK and find out more visit www.manly.nsw.gov.au/library

Mona Vale Library: Bark Painting with Chris Tobin: Tuesday 5 July, 10.30am-11.30am Rockin’ the Rock Pool: Wednesday 6 July, 10.30am-11.30am Story Stones: Indigenous Stories and Craft: Tuesday 12 July, 10.00am-12.00pm To BOOK and find out more visit www.pittwater.nsw.gov.au

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RECIPE

ORANGE SEED MUFFINS INGREDIENTS

METHOD

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1. Grease a 12-hole muffin tray or line with paper cases. Preheat the oven to 180C. 2. Tip the flour, sugar, baking powder, zest and seeds into a large mixing bowl and combine well.

3. In a jug or bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, juice, banana and oil.

4. Tip the wet ingredients into the dry and stir until just combined. Divide evenly between your muffin cases.

5. Cook for 20-25 minutes until golden and springy when touched.

6. Makes 12

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1 1/2 cups wholemeal flour 1/2 cup unrefined golden caster sugar (or whatever sugar/sweetener you like to use) 2 tsp baking powder Zest of 1 orange 3 tbsp pumpkin seeds (pepitas) 2 tbsp poppyseeds 2 tbsp chia seeds 1/4 cup milk 1 egg Juice 1 orange 1 overripe banana, mashed 1/2 cup grapeseed oil

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What’s On In July

This months highlight’s brought to you by Northern Beaches Kids Guide

FRIDAy 1ST

SATuRDAy 2nD

SunDAy 3RD

• Ladybug Free Class Harbord Scout Hall 9.45-10.30am

• Creative Movement Class DJAZZEX Brookvale 9-9.30am

• Water Inflatable Fun Warringah Aquatic Centre 1-4pm

• Goldilocks and 3 Bears Puppeteria Castle Cove 10.30-11am

• Kids & Teen Art Class

• Finding Dory Adventure Manly Sealife Sanctuary 9.30am-5pm (until 19 July)

MonDAy 4TH

Sydney Art Space, Mona Vale

9-11am TuESDAy 5TH

WEDnESDAy 6TH

• Slam Dunk Challenge Warriewood Square 10am-2pm

• Splash Dance ABC Kids Dee Why RSL Club 10.30-11.30am

• Midday Matinee Manly Library 12-1.30pm

• Old MacDonald’s Farm Puppeteria Castle Cove 10.30-10.45am

• Family Movie Night Warringah Mall Library 5.30-7.30pm

• Rockin’ the Rock Pool Mona Vale Library 10.30-11.30am

THuRSDAy 7TH

FRIDAy 8TH

SATuRDAy 9TH

• Wind In The Willows Puppeteria Castle Cove 1.30-2.15pm

• Zentangle Art Class Manly Library 10.30-11.30am

• Comic Con-versation Manly Library 12-2.30pm

• Family Movie Night Belrose Library 5.30-7.30pm

• Kids Pamper Lounge St Ives Village 10am & 2pm

• Warringah Community Markets Beacon Hill 12-4pm

SunDAy 10TH

MonDAy 11TH

TuESDAy 12TH

• Kids Day Terrey Hills Tavern 4-6pm

• Goldilocks and 3 Bears Puppeteria Castle Cove 10.30-11am

• Jewellery Box Craft St Ives Village 10am & 2pm

• Frenchs Forest Organic Market- Parkway Hotel 8am-1pm

• Hoop Shootin’ Challenge Warriewood Square 10am-2pm

• Minions & Monsters Craft Manly Library 10.30-11.30am

WEDnESDAy 13TH • Wiggles Fun Zone Belrose Supa Centa 11am-2pm

THuRSDAy 14TH • Crazy Science Kids Show Dee Why RSL Club 10.30-11.30am

• Kids Day Out Expo • Stop Motion Animation Pittwater RSL Club Workshops Dee Why Library 30 | familyliving magazine 10am-3pm 12.30-1.30 pm

FRIDAy 15TH • HIPPO! HIPPO! Glen St Theatre 10.30-11.30am • Kids Disco with DJ KitKat! Balgowlah RSL Club 5-7pm

SunDAy 17TH

• Manly Village Public School • Narrabeen Village Market Market - 8am-4pm Berry Reserve, narrabeen 8am-4pm • Finding Dory Adventure Manly Sealife Sanctuary 9.30am-5pm

TuESDAy 19TH

• Kids Day Terrey Hills Tavern 4-6pm WEDnESDAy 20TH

MonDAy 18TH • Toddler Time Manly Library 10.30-11.15am • Rhyme Time Dee Why Library 11-11.30am THuRSDAy 21ST

• Storytime Forestville Library 10.15-10.45am

• Peek a Boo Kindygym Pittwater Sports Centre 9-9.30am

• Storytime Forestville Library 10.15-10.45am

• Rhyme Time Wrringah Mall Library 11-11.30am

• Hoyts Prams at the Pix Hoyts Warringah Mall 11am-12.30pm

• Storytime Manly Library 10.30-11.15am

FRIDAy 22nD

SATuRDAy 23RD

SunDAy 24TH

• Beaches Market Rat Park Warriewood 8am-1pm

• Breastfeeding Workshop Allambie Hts Public Hall 2-5pm

• Frenchs Forest Organic Market Parkway Hotel 8am-1pm

• Ladybug Music Free Class Harbord Scout Hall 9.45-10.30am

• Kids & Teen Art Class Mona Vale 9-11am

• Kids Day Terrey Hills Tavern 4-6pm

MonDAy 25TH

TuESDAy 26TH

WEDnESDAy 27TH

• Toddler Time Manly Library 10.30-11.15am

• Storytime Forestville Library 10.15-10.45am

• Peek a Boo Kindygym Pittwater Sports Centre 9-9.30am

• Rhyme Time Dee Why Library 11-11.30am

• Rhyme Time Warringah Mall Library 11-11.30am

• Hoyts Prams at the Pix Hoyts Warringah Mall 11am-12.30pm

THuRSDAy 28TH

FRIDAy 29TH

• Storytime Warringah Mall Library 10.15-10.45am

• Beaches Market Rat Park Warriewood 8am-1pm

• Storytime Forestville Library 10.15-10.45am

• Drop In Kangamoose Music Dee Why Surf Club 10-10.45am

WHAT’S ON

SATuRDAy 16TH

SATuRDAy 30TH • Manly West Organic Market Manly West Public School 8am-1pm

SunDAy 31ST • Palm Beach Markets Governor Phillip Park 9am-3pm • Frenchs Forest Organic Market Parkway Hotel 8am-1pm

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