SCHOOL HOLIDAY GUIDE 2023 SCHOOL HOLIDAY GUIDE 2023
SEPTEMBER EDITION SEPTEMBER EDITION
SEPTEMBER SCHOOL HOLIDAYS
Water Smart Garden, Anderson Gardens
Free augmented reality hunt where you use your smartphone to see the artwork in Anderson Gardens come to life!
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WELCOME TO YOUR ACTION-PACKED GUIDE TO WHAT’S HAPPENING DURING THE SEPTEMBER SCHOOL HOLIDAYS.
With so many low-cost and no-cost activities on offer, Townsville’s youth won’t have a moment to spare.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
Townsville City Council has endeavoured to include activities that assist in the inclusion of children with disabilities or additional needs, young people from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds, and from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. These activities aim to remove barriers and provide social opportunities for all children, with the purpose of building capacity and inclusion within the Townsville community. All events are drug and alcohol free. Activities are FREE to attend unless otherwise specified. All event information has been provided by event/activity providers and Townsville City Council is not responsible for any error in the information received from those providers.
Townsville City Council acknowledges the Wulgurukaba of Gurambilbarra and Yunbenun, Bindal, Gugu Badhun and Nywaigi as the Traditional Owners of this land. We pay our respects to their cultures, their ancestors and their Elders – past and present – and all future generations.
GUIDE LEGEND
E Early Childhood (0 - 5 years)
P Primary School (5 - 12 years)
Y Youth (12 - 18 years)
A All ages
LARRIKIN PUPPET SHOW 11 Presented by Townsville Citylibraries LARRIKIN PUPPETRY WORKSHOP 12 Presented by Townsville Citylibraries UNDERWATER HOCKEY TRAINING 12 Presented by Townsville Tigersharks Underwater Hockey COME AND PLAY WITH CLAY 12 Presented by Stella Creative Pottery Classes SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAM 13 Presented by Ninja Parc Townsville MARITIME MEMORABILIA 13 Presented by Maritime Museum of Townsville FARMYARD FUN AT WILLOWS 13 Presented by Willows Shopping Centre MUSIC AS WRITING INSPIRATION 14 Presented by Townsville Citylibraries GYMNASTICS 14 Presented by Gymnastics Townsville LITTLE BUILDERS 14 Presented by Townsville City Galleries IN THIS GUIDE LITTLE DRAGONS 4 - 7 8 Presented by United Martial Arts and Fitness KIDS FESTIVAL 8 Presented by PUFT Events CASUAL PLAY 8 Presented by Ninja Parc Townsville GEL BLASTING 9 Presented by Fun Shot Fun DESIGN YOUR OWN SHIRT 9 Presented by Design Works Apparel SEA MONSTERS: PREHISTORIC OCEAN PREDATORS EXHIBITION 10 Presented by Museum of Tropical Queensland STEM FUN DAYS! 10 Presented by All Access Education MESSY PLAY IN THE PARK 11 Presented by Townsville Citylibraries BASKETBALL BOOTCAMP 11 Presented by One Basketball Academy
YOUTH STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING PROGRAM 15 Presented by PRIDE Human Performance ANDERSON GARDENS CONSERVATORY 15 Presented by Townsville City Council SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAM 15 Presented by Wildcatz Indoor Sports EZI KNOTS MACRAME 16 Presented by Ezi Knots 1/2 DAY CAMP 16 Presented by Momentum Gymnastics BOUNCE - TRAMPOLINE & TUMBLING 16 Presented by Momentum Gymnastics SKATEBOARD LESSONS HALFPIPE 17 Presented by Velocity21 STAND UP PADDLE & WING BOARD LESSONS 17 Presented by In the Loop Australia BRING A FRIEND 17 Presented by Momentum Gymnastics RESET 18 Presented by Youth RESET BALLOON BENDING WORKSHOPS 18 Presented by Townsville Citylibraries YOUTH SPORTS ACCELERATOR 18 Presented by PRIDE Human Performance HANDMADE HEADPIECES 19 Presented by Townsville City Galleries CHILDREN’S EMERGENCY AWARENESS PROGRAM 19 Presented by Lifesaving Hands COME N TRY 19 Presented by Momentum Gymnastics GRADES 3-8 CHEMISTRY CHAOS 20 Presented by STEM Sisterhood SONGTIME IN THE PARK 20 Presented by Townsville Citylibraries GRADES 3-8 EXCITING ELECTRONICS 21 Presented by STEM Sisterhood GRADES 3-8 RACING ROCKETS 21 Presented by STEM Sisterhood JUNIOR LANDCARE TREE PLANTING HOLIDAY EVENT 21 Presented by Coastal Dry Tropics Landcare
LITTLE DRAGONS 4 - 7
PRESENTED BY UNITED MARTIAL ARTS AND FITNESS
Little Dragons: more than just a martial arts class. Little Dragons helps kids aged 4-7 learn DISCIPLINE, TEAMWORK, CONFIDENCE, COMMITMENT and RESPECT. Engaging the Character Development System, this class builds skills in fitness and focus in a fun and engaging way!
WHEN
KIDS FESTIVAL
PRESENTED BY PUFT EVENTS
Food trucks, rides and amusements, duck racing, Timmy the Train, kids entertainment, face painting and a heap more.
WHEN 16 SEPT 2 - 8pm
CASUAL PLAY
PRESENTED BY NINJA PARC TOWNSVILLE
Swing, jump and climb your way through Ninja Parc! For people of all ages and ability, a Casual Play Pass gives you one-hour of total access to the Ninja Parc indoor obstacle course and its 20+ obstacles. Bookings are recommended. WHEN
WHERE Unit 3, 7 Civil Road, Garbutt
COST FREE BOOKINGS
Bookings required 0427 537 771
pablo@umfacademy.com.au
www.umfacademy.com.au
WHERE Peggy Banfield Park, Bushland Beach
COST FREE BOOKINGS
No bookings required 0402 162 800
cotters@puftevents.com.au
WHERE 18 Blackhawk Blvd, Thuringowa Central
COST $19.95 per person
BOOKINGS
No bookings required 0438 286 868
townsville@ninjaparc.com.au
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5.20pm 4.20 - 5pm 15
16 SEPT 4.40
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16 - 17 SEPT 18-22 SEPT 9am - 3pm 10am - 6pm 23-24 SEPT 25-29 SEPT 9am
3pm 10am
6pm
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GEL BLASTING
PRESENTED BY FUN SHOT FUN
Holiday Deals! 2 hours of fun. Supervised games, minimum age 10yrs. We provide the blaster, unlimited gel and protective eyewear. Book online and save $5. Some walk-ins available.
WHEN
16 SEPT - 1 OCT
10am - 12noon
DESIGN YOUR OWN SHIRT
PRESENTED BY DESIGN WORKS APPAREL
Try designing your own sun safe shirts! Visit our website to try our online design tool. Upload your own photo, add clipart, text and, design a shirt in your style! Our design tool is free to use anywhere with internet connection.
WHEN
16 SEPT - 2 OCT Anytime
WHERE
6A, 238 Woolcock St, Currajong or anywhere with internet connection
WHERE 3/16 High Range Drive, Thuringowa Central COST
$35 per person
BOOKINGS
Bookings required
0439 807 328
tsvfunshotfun@gmail.com
www.funshotfun.com.au
COST
FREE BOOKINGS
No bookings required (07) 4426 9492
admin@designworksaustralia.com
www.designworksaustralia.com
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SEA MONSTERS: PREHISTORIC OCEAN PREDATORS EXHIBITION
PRESENTED BY MUSEUM OF TROPICAL QUEENSLAND
Sea Monsters: Prehistoric Ocean Predators combines real fossils from millions of years ago, gigantic replicas including a 13m long Elasmosaurus and 9m Prognathdon, hands-on interactives and more. Discover the secrets of these monsters of the deep in this new exhibition!
WHEN
16 SEPT - 23 JAN 9.30am - 4pm
WHERE 70-102 Flinders Street, Townsville City
COST
From $10 per person
BOOKINGS
No bookings required
STEM FUN DAYS!
PRESENTED BY ALL ACCESS EDUCATION
Join us for fun filled days of science discovery and hands on fun! Half and full day options available! 17/9 - Space science, 18/9 - Kitchen Chemistry, 19/9 - Forensics, 20/9 - Engineering, 21/9 - Biodiversity. First floor location without wheelchair access.
WHEN
17 - 21 SEPT
9am - 3pm
WHERE Townsville Education Centre, 1-3 Smith Street, Hyde Park
COST
From $45 per person
BOOKINGS
Bookings required
0492 895 723
admin@allaccesseducation.com.au
www.trybooking.com/events/eventlist/ eventListingAccount/tec
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MESSY PLAY IN THE PARK
PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE CITYLIBRARIES
Unleash the mess! Increase your child’s confidence and develop their fine and gross motor skills by exploring fun, sensory and creative Messy Play. This session will feature Bluey themed activities!
WHEN
18 SEPT 9 - 11am WHERE Queens Gardens, North Ward COST FREE BOOKINGS
No bookings required
(07) 4727 8310
library@townsville.qld.gov.au
BASKETBALL BOOTCAMP
PRESENTED BY ONE BASKETBALL ACADEMY
One Basketball Academy will be holding a 2 hour basketball bootcamp activity suited for all skill levels. The day will include basketball fundamentals such as shooting, ball handling, passing and some fun basketball fitness activities, games and much more!
WHEN
18 SEPT 10am - 12noon
WHERE
TSP Building, Sports Precinct (Red Track) North Ward
COST FREE BOOKINGS
No bookings required 0488 713 929
hello@onebasketballacademy.com
LARRIKIN PUPPET SHOW
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PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE CITYLIBRARIES
Larrikin Puppets performs colourful, fastpaced, feel-good family puppet shows. Troggg, Marina, Frizzby and Flossy celebrate fun, joy, love, kindness, peace and diversity, encouraging audiences to talk, dance, sing and play along. Ages 0-8yrs.
18 Sept - Citylibraries Riverway
19 Sept - Citylibraries Aitkenvale
WHEN
18 - 19 SEPT
10.30 - 11.15am
WHERE Citylibraries Riverway, Village Boulevard Citylibraries Aitkenvale, Petunia Street
COST FREE BOOKINGS
Bookings required (07) 4727 8310
libraryexperiences@townsville.qld.gov.au
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BOOK
LARRIKIN PUPPETRY WORKSHOP
PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE CITYLIBRARIES
Learn the basic techniques that bring puppet characters to life in an interactive workshop with Larrikin Puppets. Participants will get a chance to practice puppetry techniques using real puppets. Ages 5yrs+.
18 Sept - Citylibraries Riverway
19 Sept - Citylibraries Aitkenvale
WHEN
18 - 19 SEPT
11.30am - 12.30pm
WHERE Citylibraries Riverway, Village Boulevard Citylibraries Aitkenvale, Petunia Street
COST
FREE
BOOKINGS
Bookings required (07) 4727 8310
libraryexperiences@townsville.qld.gov.au
UNDERWATER HOCKEY TRAINING
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PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE TIGERSHARKS UNDERWATER HOCKEY
We have regular underwater hockey training at Long Tan Memorial Pool and welcome new members of every age! The first 2 sessions are free! Come along with a friend or family! WHEN
COME AND PLAY WITH CLAY
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PRESENTED BY STELLA CREATIVE POTTERY CLASSES
Come and play with clay and create your masterpiece.
WHEN
18 - 22 SEPT 25 - 29 SEPT
10 - 11.30am 10 - 11.30am
WHERE Cleveland Terrace, North Ward
WHERE 316 Fulham Road, Heatley
COST
First 2 sessions are FREE
BOOKINGS
No bookings required 0421 880 629
Please note this venue is not wheelchair accessible.
COST
$25 per person which includes clay, materials and first firing.
BOOKINGS
Bookings required 0499 077 510
stella.thompson-wheway@hotmail.com
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SEPT 20 SEPT 6.45 - 8.15pm 6.45 - 8.15pm 25 SEPT 27 SEPT 6.45 - 8.15pm 6.45 - 8.15pm
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CITYLIBRARIES RIVERWAY 18 SEPT BOOK NOW CITYLIBRARIES AITKENVALE 19 SEPT
BOOK NOW
SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAM
MARITIME MEMORABILIA
PRESENTED BY NINJA PARC TOWNSVILLE
Our program is designed to get kids engaged in physical activity and learning new skills. Suitable for beginners and regulars. We scale the program to suit every kid’s abilities and interests. Drop your kids off, or sit and relax at our on-site cafe! Not recommended for children in wheelchairs. WHEN
PRESENTED BY MARITIME MUSEUM OF TOWNSVILLE
Hidden away in museum displays are examples of maritime memorabilia, such as watches, paperweights and other curios, each displaying a letter from the alphabet. Find the letters to form three words telling the level of the sea at low tide.
FARMYARD FUN AT WILLOWS
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PRESENTED BY WILLOWS SHOPPING CENTRE
Enjoy farmyard fun these school holidays at Willows! Check out and get up close with our fluffy, furry and feathered friends at our petting zoo. There will be playful baby goats, cute little pigs, sheep, chickens, cuddly rabbits and lots more on display at Willows.
WHEN 18 SEPT - 1 OCT 10am - 3pm
WHERE Willows Shopping Centre, Cnr Thuringowa Drive and Hervey Range Road, Kirwan
BOOKINGS
Bookings required 0438 286 868
townsville@ninjaparc.com.au
ninjaparc.com.au/groups/school-holidayprogram
Under $12 per person
BOOKINGS
No bookings required 0432 368 163
info@tmml.org.au
www.tmml.org.au/
COST FREE BOOKINGS
No bookings required (07) 4799 9100
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2 - 5pm 2 - 5pm WHERE 18 Blackhawk Blvd, Thuringowa Central COST $55 per person
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WHEN 18 - 23 SEPT 25 - 30 SEPT 9.30am - 1.30pm 9.30am - 1.30pm
South Townsville
WHERE 42-68 Palmer Street,
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MUSIC AS WRITING INSPIRATION
PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE CITYLIBRARIES
Townsville local children’s author, Steve Coleman, facilitates a writing workshop exploring how music inspires imagination and creativity. Proudly sponsored by the Townsville Writers and Publishers Centre. Ages 8-12yrs.
WHEN
19 SEPT 10 - 11am
GYMNASTICS
PRESENTED BY GYMNASTICS TOWNSVILLE
Half day (9am - 12noon) and full day (9 - 3pm) holiday camps offered at Gymnastics Townsville. Fully air conditioned venue, children will play a number of games and do activities and circuits throughout the gym, no gymnastics experience required. All abilities welcome— games and fun activities within the gymnasium for everyone.
WHEN
19 - 21 SEPT 26 - 28 SEPT
9am - 12noon or 3pm 9am - 12noon or 3pm
LITTLE BUILDERS
PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE CITY GALLERIES
Join us at Perc Tucker Regional Gallery and become inspired by the exhibition on display as you build your own house out of cardboard! Use the wide range of materials provided to personalise your creation!
WHEN
19 - 22 SEPT 10am - 12noon
WHERE Citylibraries Riverway, Village Boulevard
COST
FREE
BOOKINGS
Bookings required
(07) 4727 8310
libraryexperiences@townsville.qld.gov.au host7.evanced.info/townsville/evanced/ eventsignup.
WHERE 16 High Range Drive, Thuringowa
COST
Half day - $33 per person
Full day - $66 per person
BOOKINGS
Bookings required
(07) 4444 4553
info@gymtsv.com.au
WHERE Perc Tucker Regional Gallery, Cnr Denham & Flinders St, Townsville City
COST
FREE BOOKINGS
No bookings required
(07) 4727 9011
galleries@townsville.qld.gov.au
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YOUTH STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING PROGRAM
PRESENTED BY PRIDE HUMAN PERFORMANCE
Get ready for an action-packed holiday with Youth Holiday Sessions. Training sessions designed to elevate your sport, health, and fitness game! Led by expert coaches, these dynamic sessions cover everything from athletic skills and strength to mental resilience and nutrition. Modifications can be made for all levels, however some limits will apply for youth with mobility issues.
WHEN
19, 21 & 28 SEPT 10 - 11.30am
WHERE Shop 19, Annandale Central Shopping Centre, Annandale
COST
$40 per person, per session
BOOKINGS
Bookings required
(07) 4766 9477
admin@pridehumanperformance.com.au pridehumanperformance.com.au/Classes/ Holiday-Program-Single-Session
ANDERSON GARDENS CONSERVATORY
PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE CITY COUNCIL
The Anderson Gardens Conservatory is open Tuesday’s from 7.30am to 2.30pm and provides a free, all ages, all abilities experience. Explore the wide range of flora on display including pitcher plants, ant plants, bromeliads, orchids, flowering annuals and much more.
WHEN 19 & 26 SEPT
7.30am - 2.30pm
SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAM
PRESENTED BY WILDCATZ INDOOR SPORTS
Fully supervised school holiday fun! Perfect for ages 5 - 13. Play and learn sports, NERF wars and Ninja Parc! Lunch provided. Limited spaces available.
WHEN
20, 22 & 27 SEPT
9am - 3pm
WHERE
18 Black Hawk Blvd, Thuringowa Central COST
WHERE Anderson Botanic Gardens, Mundingburra
Single session - $40 per person
Double session - $70 per person
BOOKINGS
Bookings required
(07) 4723 1414
info@wildcatzindoorsports.com.au
shorturl.at/nstKM
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FREE BOOKINGS
bookings required
COST
No
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EZI KNOTS MACRAME
PRESENTED BY EZI KNOTS
Learning the art of macrame knots and creating a pattern to take home from the workshop.
WHEN 21 SEPT
10am - 12pm & 12 - 2pm
WHERE
387 Charles Street, Kirwan COST
$25 per person
BOOKINGS
Bookings required 0405 180 397
Anna.ollington4@hotmail.com
1/2 DAY CAMP
PRESENTED BY MOMENTUM GYMNASTICS
3 fun- filled hours in the gym. Consists of structured lesson, games, free play and more.
WHEN
22, 26 & 29 SEPT
8.30 - 11.30am
BOUNCE - TRAMPOLINE & TUMBLING
PRESENTED BY MOMENTUM GYMNASTICS
Trampoline and tumbling skills development and progressions.
WHEN
22, 26 & 29 SEPT
9 - 10am
WHERE 11/547 Woolcock Street, Mount Louisa COST
$35 per person
BOOKINGS
Bookings required 0427 079 703
info@momentumgymnastics.com.au
app.iclasspro.com/portal/momentum/ dashboard
WHERE
11/547 Woolcock Street, Mount Louisa
COST
$15 per person
BOOKINGS
Bookings required 0427 079 703
info@momentumgymnastics.com.au
app.iclasspro.com/portal/momentum/ dashboard
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SKATEBOARD LESSONS
HALFPIPE
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PRESENTED BY VELOCITY21
Learn how to skate on our indoor skate half pipe with our pro instructors. Lessons are 30 minutes and are discounted to $30 per person for a private lesson.
WHEN
22 SEPT - 8 OCT
4 - 5.30pm (Mon–Fri)
11am - 2pm (Sat & Sun)
STAND UP PADDLE & WING BOARD LESSONS
PRESENTED BY IN THE LOOP AUSTRALIA
Stand up paddle lessons: 1 hour with 1 hour free paddle afterwards. School holiday special $30 per person (valued at $60 per person). Wing board lessons: $30 per person.
WHEN
22 SEPT - 8 OCT
Lessons 6 - 10am
Paddle board hire 6am - 5pm
BRING A FRIEND
PRESENTED BY MOMENTUM GYMNASTICS
Book 2 pay for 1. Bring a friend for free.
WHEN
25 SEPT
4 - 5pm
WHERE 11/547 Woolcock Street, Mount Louisa
COST
$20 per person
WHERE 398 Flinders Street, Townsville City
COST
$30 per person
BOOKINGS
Bookings required
0478 546 444
info@velocity21.com.au
www.velocity21.com.au/products/proskateboard-lesson-1-hour
WHERE
Sailing Club behind Tobruk Memorial Pool, The Strand
COST
Lessons $30 per person
Paddle board hire $15 per hour
BOOKINGS
Bookings required 0415 837 484
zestyrental.checkfront.com/reserve/
BOOKINGS
Bookings required 0427 079 703
info@momentumgymnastics.com.au
https://app.iclasspro.com/portal/momentum/ dashboard
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BALLOON BENDING WORKSHOPS
RESET
PRESENTED BY YOUTH RESET
This is a yoga class suitable for youth that can sit, stand and/or lay on the floor. The RESET teacher will guide mindful movement, breathing strategies, meditation and relaxation. Everything is optional. Wear comfortable clothes. BYO water.
WHEN 25 SEPT 4 - 5pm
WHERE YogaHealth
262 Woolcock St, Currajong
COST
$5 per person
BOOKINGS
No bookings required 0401 401 446
jasmine@youthreset.com.au
PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE CITYLIBRARIES
Facilitated by Leta Howard from Townsville Angel Faces, balloon bending and creature creation with bio-degradable latex balloons. Ages 5-12yrs. Latex allergy warning—balloons used in this workshop are biodegradable latex.
WHEN
25 - 27 SEPT 10 - 11am
WHERE
25th - Citylibraries Riverway
26th - Citylibraries Flinders Street
27th - Citylibraries Aitkenvale
COST FREE
BOOKINGS
Bookings required
(07) 4727 8310
libraryexperiences@townsville.qld.gov.au
YOUTH SPORTS ACCELERATOR
PRESENTED BY PRIDE HUMAN PERFORMANCE
Are you ready to take your athletic skills to new heights? Designed for young athletes, this action-packed camp offers specialisations and is led by our expert coaches and performance specialists. Dive deep into high performance. There is significant physical activity involved in the camp. Participation can be adjusted to individual needs however there may be limitations for some participants.
WHEN 26 SEPT 9am - 4pm
WHERE Shop 19, Annandale Central Shopping Centre, Annandale
COST
$99 per person
BOOKINGS
Bookings required
(07) 4766 9477
admin@pridehumanperformance.com.au
pridehumanperformance.com.au/Classes/ Sports-Accelerator-Holiday-Session
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CITYLIBRARIES RIVERWAY 25 SEPT BOOK NOW CITYLIBRARIES FLINDERS STREET 26 SEPT BOOK NOW CITYLIBRARIES AITKENVALE 27 SEPT
BOOK NOW
HANDMADE HEADPIECES
PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE CITY GALLERIES
Join us at Pinnacles Gallery and create your own stylish hat or mask! Become inspired by the Wearable Art on display in the gallery and use a range of provided materials to put your own artistic twist on your creation!
WHEN
26 - 29 SEPT
10am - 12noon
WHERE Pinnacles Gallery, 20 Village Blv, Riverway Precinct, Thuringowa Central
COST
FREE BOOKINGS
No bookings required (07) 4773 8871
galleries@townsville.qld.gov.au
CHILDREN’S EMERGENCY AWARENESS PROGRAM
PRESENTED BY LIFESAVING HANDS
Children’s first aid for 5-11 year olds. Practice CPR on dummies, trainer AEDs, learn about bites, spiders and snakes and bleeding control. Activity requires person on floor to do CPR on mannequin for 2 minutes.
WHEN
27 SEPT
10 - 11.30am & 12 - 1.30pm
WHERE 387 Charles Street, Kirwan
COST
$20 per person
BOOKINGS
Bookings required 0405 180 397
lifesaving.handsnq@gmail.com
www.lifesavinghandsfirstaid.com.au
COME N TRY
PRESENTED BY MOMENTUM GYMNASTICS
Come n Try is about exposing kids to gymnastics. Come in for an hour and see if they enjoy gymnastics.
WHEN
28 SEPT
9 - 10am
WHERE 11/547 Woolcock Street, Mount Louisa
COST FREE
BOOKINGS
Bookings required 0427 079 703
info@momentumgymnastics.com.au
app.iclasspro.com/portal/momentum/ dashboard
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GRADES 3-8 CHEMISTRY CHAOS
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PRESENTED BY STEM SISTERHOOD
Female-only STEM Workshop. Explore chemistry in your own kitchen with these experiments you can take home and continue to test.
WHEN 28 SEPT 1 - 4pm
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PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE CITYLIBRARIES
Join us for a morning of talking, reading, singing and playing in the park. Join the songs and stories from 9.30 - 10am. Collect a First 5 Forever toolkit for your family. Bring your picnic blanket, hat, sunscreen, water bottle and snack.
WHEN 28 SEPT 8.30 - 11am
WHERE
4 Warburton Street, North Ward
COST
$30 per person
BOOKINGS
Bookings required
0476 004 868
stemsisterhood@outlook.com
www.eventbrite.com.au/e/grades-3-8chemistry-chaos-tickets-681291981657
WHERE
Bushland Beach Playground, Mount Low Parkway, Bushland Beach
COST FREE
BOOKINGS
No bookings required (07) 4727 8310
library@townsville.qld.gov.au
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GRADES 3-8 EXCITING ELECTRONICS
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PRESENTED BY STEM SISTERHOOD
Female-only STEM Workshop. Learn about electricity and circuits to make your own toys to take home.
WHEN 29 SEPT 9am - 12noon WHERE
4 Warburton Street, North Ward COST
$30 per person
BOOKINGS
Bookings required 0476 004 868
stemsisterhood@outlook.com
www.eventbrite.com.au/e/grades-3-8exciting-electronics-tickets-681314719667
GRADES 3-8 RACING ROCKETS
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PRESENTED BY STEM SISTERHOOD
Female-only STEM Workshop. Learn about design, engineering and aerodynamics as we launch our rockets!
WHEN
29 SEPT 2 - 5pm
WHERE
4 Warburton Street, North Ward COST
$30 per person
BOOKINGS
Bookings required 0476 004 868
stemsisterhood@outlook.com
www.eventbrite.com.au/e/grades-3-8-racingrockets-tickets-681332392527
JUNIOR LANDCARE TREE PLANTING HOLIDAY EVENT
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PRESENTED BY
COASTAL DRY TROPICS LANDCARE
Join us for tree planting and Water Detective activities at the Native Plant Nursery. Get your hands dirty, plant a tree, learn about being waterwise in your own garden. Free native plant and sausage sizzle.
WHEN 1 OCT 8 - 11am
WHERE
56 Cape Pallarenda Road, Rowes Bay
Some activities may occur in sandy areas which may be difficult to navigate with wheelchairs onsite.
COST FREE
BOOKINGS
No bookings required 0404 101 095
juniorlandcare@cdtli.org.au
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