School Holiday Guide 2019: Winter Edition

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whatson.townsville.qld.gov.au

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NORTH AUSTRALIAN FESTIVAL OF ARTS

JULY 2019 LAH LAH’S BIG LIVE BAND | WOLFGANG’S MAGICAL CIRCUS POSSUM MAGIC | CIRCUS WONDERLAND - A MERMAIDS TALE A PLAY DATE WITH JUSTINE CLARKE | KIDS DISCO AND MUCH MORE!

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WELCOME TO YOUR ACTION PACKED GUIDE TO WHAT’S HAPPENING DURING THE WINTER SCHOOL HOLIDAYS. With so many low-cost and no-cost activities on offer, Townsville’s youth won’t have a moment to spare.

This program can also be found online at townsville.qld.gov.au/schoolholidayguide

Townsville City Council has endeavoured to include a number of activities during the school holidays 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 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.

GUIDE LEGEND E Early Childhood (0-5yrs) P Primary School (5-12yrs) Y Youth (12-18yrs) A All ages QG

Queens Gardens

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Strand Park

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Fringe Festival

IN THIS GUIDE SWINGVILLE FESTIVAL

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KITE BOARDING

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ORIGAMI 14

BACK OF HOUSE TOURS

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SOFTIE FELTED CREATURES

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MIDDLE EASTERN GAMES

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DC-TRI TOUR (ELECTRIC TRIKES)

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ACROBATICS & ACRO DANCE

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DEAD PUPPET SOCIETY: THE VERY HUNGRY CATERPILLAR

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AERIAL SILKS

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PRINCESSES PROM NIGHT

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LINDY HOP DANCING ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS CLASSES

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DEAD PUPPET SOCIETY: PUPPETRY AND DESIGN

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CIRCUS WONDERLAND A MERMAID’S TALE

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HAIR ACCESSORIES

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WORLD GAMES WORKSHOP WITH SEAN MURPHY

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Presented By Swing Dancing Townsville Presented By Museum of Tropical Queensland Presented By Skin Surf & Ski

ALICE THROUGH THE LOOKING GLASS 7 Presented By TheatreiNQ

PADDLE BOARDING

Presented By In the Loop Australia

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Presented By Neighbourhood Sessions

Presented By Townsville Mini Golf

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INDOOR ROCK CLIMBING

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LITTLE EXPLORERS

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CREEKWATCH 12 Presented By Conservation Volunteers Australia

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Presented By Townsville Dance and Cheerleading

UNLIMITED MINI GOLF PLAY

COME & PLAY

Presented By Museum of Tropical Queensland

NECK OF THE WOODS MUSIC FESTIVAL 8

TDC CHEERLEADING WORKSHOPS

Presented By La Luna Youth Arts

Presented By Hot Rock Adventure Centre

Presented By Museum of Tropical Queensland

Presented By Townsville Floorball

Presented By La Luna Youth Arts

Presented By La Luna Youth Arts

EXCAVATED 7

FREE KID’S FLOORBALL SESSION

Presented By In the Loop Australia

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NOTCH CONNECT WINTER FUN

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Presented By North Townsville Community Hub Inc

MELVILLE’S FARM ANIMAL DISPLAY

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UNICORN ACADEMY

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Presented By Stockland Townsville Presented By La Luna Youth Arts

NO-OBLIGATION MARTIAL ART “TRYOUT CLASSES”

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SEWING 101

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HOLIDAY PLAY SESSIONS

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CHINESE PAPER LANTERNS

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Presented By Choi Kwang Do Master Academy Presented By Gymbaroo

Presented By La Luna Youth Arts Presented By Townsville City Council

Presented By Townsville City Council Presented By Townsville City Council

Presented By Townsville City Council

Presented By Hot Rock Adventure Centre Presented By Full Throttle Theatre Company

Presented By Swing Dancing Townsville

Presented By Townsville City Council

Presented By Wonderland Spiegeltent Presented By La Luna Youth Arts

Presented By Townsville City Council

WATPAC TOWNSVILLE 400

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KIDS’ PARTY CONFIDENTIAL WITH SEAN MURPHY

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Presented By WATPAC

Presented By Townsville City Council

ASTRONOMICAL 2.

THEATRE RESTAURANT

Presented By Full Throttle Theatre Company and NQ Starshine

PUPPETRY WORKSHOPS

Presented By Museum of Tropical Queensland

SCHOOL HOLIDAY SAILING

Presented By Townsville Sailing Club

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Presented By La Luna Youth Arts Presented By La Luna Youth Arts

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HANDSTANDS & CARTWHEELS

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CAKE DECORATING

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Presented By La Luna Youth Arts Presented By La Luna Youth Arts

COME & PLAY

Presented By La Luna Youth Arts

SMALL STAGE - YOUTH OPEN MIC NIGHT

Presented By Neighbourhood Sessions

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SPENDLESS SHOES KIDS MORNINGS 24

CUPCAKE DECORATING

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FORENSIC SCIENCE

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BIG SCREEN BOOK WITH DR CAMERON STELZER

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LAH-LAH’S BIG LIVE BAND

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WASTED PAINT - FOR KIDS!

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ENCHANTED FAIRY GARDEN

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RIVERWAY MOVIE NIGHT: SMALL FOOT

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FREE FAMILY FUN DAY

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Presented By Swing Dancing Townsville Presented By La Luna Youth Arts

Presented By Townsville City Council Presented By Wasted Paints

THE JOY OF RHYME WITH FUNKY CHICKEN AND DOUG THE BUG WITH CHRIS COLLIN Presented By Townsville City Council

CONTORTION 19 HULA HOOP MAKING

1940S LINDY HOP DANCE LESSONS

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Presented By La Luna Youth Arts Presented By Townsville City Council Presented By La Luna Youth Arts

Presented By Townsville City Council Presented By Townsville City Council

IMAGINATIVE ILLUSTRATION WITH DR CAMERON STELZER

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FREE ZUMBA KIDS CLASS

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STOP FRAME ANIMATION

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WOLFGANG’S MAGICAL MUSICAL CIRCUS

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LITTLE DAY OUT: AROUND THE WORLD

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YOUR SCHEDULE OF ACTIVITIES

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Presented By Townsville City Council Presented By La Luna Youth Arts

WRITE IT, READ IT, LIVE IT WITH DR CAMERON STELZER Presented By Townsville City Council

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Presented By La Luna Youth Arts

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SCHOOL HOLIDAY CLINIC

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Presented By Tennis Townsville

Presented By Latin Vibrations

Presented By Townsville City Council

LIGHTS, CAMERA, ACTION WITH DR CAMERON STELZER Presented By Townsville City Council

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Presented By Stockland Townsville

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SWINGVILLE FESTIVAL Y

PRESENTED BY SWING DANCING TOWNSVILLE This year we are offering a range of Lindy Hop & Rock’n Roll dance workshops with the fabulous Sydney Swing Katz as well as our pumping Saturday night 1950s Prom-themed Dance Ball with live Rock’n Roll Band 45RPM & live Swing Band Hot Club Quintet!

BACK OF HOUSE TOURS Y

PRESENTED BY MUSEUM OF TROPICAL QUEENSLAND Join us behind the scenes of the Museum!

Discover the fascinating stories behind some of the priceless artefacts in the Museum storerooms. Suitable for ages 12 and over.

Absolute Beginner Lindy Hop Dance Course Oonoonba Community Hall 28 June - 3.30pm to 5pm

WHEN 28 June - 7pm 1, 5, 8, 12 July - 10am & 2pm

Beginner Aerial Workshop - Gymnastics Townsville 28 June - 6pm to 8pm

WHERE Museum of Tropical Queensland

WHEN & WHERE

Lindy Hop Dance Workshops - Greek Community Function Centre 29 June - 9.30am to 3.30pm The SwingVille Prom Dance Ball! - Greek Community Function Centre 29 June 6.45pm Rock’n Roll Dance Workshops - Greek Community Function Centre 30 June - 9.30am to 11.50am

COST

$5 - $105

BOOKINGS

Required 0423 217 997 swingdancingtsv@gmail.com trybooking.com/eventlist/swingvillefestival

COST $10 per person BOOKINGS Required 4726 0600 mtq.qm.qld.gov.au

DC-TRI TOUR (ELECTRIC TRIKES) A

PRESENTED BY SKIN SURF & SKI Starting in the CBD, we’ll make our way to the Strand taking the scenic route and head towards the Jezzine Barracks to check out some lookout points around the area, finally crossing the boardwalk before making our way back to the CBD. WHEN 29 June to 14 July - 9am to 4pm WHERE Skin Surf & Ski 320-322 Flinders St, Townsville COST $30 per person (max 3 people tour) BOOKINGS Required 4772 6716 s3townsville@bigpond.com skinskisurf.net.au

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ALICE THROUGH THE LOOKING GLASS A

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PRESENTED BY THEATREINQ Back from the Rabbit-Hole, Alice is now all grown-up but is that a good thing? Has she forgotten her inner child? What lengths will her inner child go to ensure she’s not forgotten?

Be sun smart & wear insect repellent.

WHEN 29 & 30 June, 1 July - 10am & 3pm 4, 5, 6, 7, 11, 12, 13, 14 July - 10am WHERE Anderson Gardens (use Balls Lane Entrance) COST $20 per person BOOKINGS Required 0467 245 478 theatreinq@gmail.com theatreinq.com

PADDLE BOARDING A

PRESENTED BY IN THE LOOP AUSTRALIA Learn the basics of paddle boarding and have heaps of fun exploring the waters of The Strand greeting turtles in the early morning Must be able to swim.

WHEN 29 & 30 June - 7am to 9am 1 July - 8am to 10am 6 July - 7am to 9am WHERE The Strand COST $20 BOOKINGS Required 0415 837 484 marvin@intheloopkiteboarding.com intheloopkiteboarding.com

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PRESENTED BY MUSEUM OF TROPICAL QUEENSLAND Get digging and uncover secrets of long ago in this all new program. Have fun in the interactive Field School to complete your Junior Archaeologist passport and explore how scientists link their discoveries to people and stories from the past.

WHEN 29 June to 14 July - 9.30am to 5pm WHERE Museum of Tropical Queensland COST Free with Museum admission BOOKINGS No 4726 0600 mtq.qm.qld.gov.au

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NECK OF THE WOODS MUSIC FESTIVAL A

FREE KID’S FLOORBALL SESSION P

PRESENTED BY NEIGHBOURHOOD SESSIONS

PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE FLOORBALL

Neck Of The Woods Music Festival is a family friendly music and lifestyle festival that celebrates Australian original music, showcasing over 20 hours of some of the best upcoming songwriters and bands in the country. The festival also features two nights camping, lifestyle activities, workshops, art installations, an interactive children’s festival and a festival marketplace showcasing Townsville’s best street food and market stalls.

Floorball is a fast paced game that blends the greatest elements of ice hockey, indoor hockey and a wiffle ball! It’s an innovative sport that is quickly spreading across the world.

WHEN 29 June - 1pm to 11pm, 30 June - 9am to 11pm WHERE Neck Of The Woods Music Festival Riverway Drive, Pinnacles QLD COST Kids under 12 - FREE, Youth (12-17) - $75-100, Adults (18+) - $95-$145 BOOKINGS Required 0401 876 485 sales@neighbourhoodsessions.com notw.com.au

WHEN 30 June - 1.30pm to 2.30pm WHERE Heatley Cyclone Shelter, enter through the gates opposite Pizza Riviera on Fulham Road COST Free BOOKINGS No townsvillefloorball@gmail.com

TDC CHEERLEADING WORKSHOPS P

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PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE DANCE AND CHEERLEADING Wear training clothes, joggers, hair tied back, no jewellery.

WHEN Recreational Pom Recreation Cheer 1 July - 1pm to 3pm Y 4 July - 9am to 11am P 2 July - 9am to 11am P 4 July - 1pm to 3pm Y Beginning Tumble 2 July - 1pm to 3pm 3 July - 1pm to 3pm WHERE 3B/60 Keane Street, Currajong COST $20 BOOKINGS Required 0413 745 016 townsvilledance@bigpond.com

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UNLIMITED MINI GOLF PLAY A

PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE MINI GOLF Unlimited Mini Golf Fun. Play the 18 hole course set amongst the lush tropical garden backdrop all day long. Great value and top entertainment for all ages.

WHEN 1 to 5 July - 9am to 5pm 6 July - 9am to 9pm WHERE 17-19 Kings Road, West End COST $8 per child BOOKINGS No 0428 767 617 georgiestownsville@gmail.com townsvilleminigolf.com.au

NO-OBLIGATION MARTIAL ART “TRYOUT CLASSES” A

PRESENTED BY CHOI KWANG DO MASTER ACADEMY Have fun getting fit and focused while learning the Practical Self Defence of Choi Kwang Do with your own personal martial arts fitness program, designed and developed

by Internationally acclaimed professional martial artists.

WHEN 1 to 12 July - During opening hours WHERE Choi Kwang Do Master Academy 741 Riverway Drive, Thuringowa Central COST $34 BOOKINGS Required 4773 9794 info@choikwang-do.com.au choikwang-do.com.au

HOLIDAY PLAY SESSIONS E

PRESENTED BY GYMBAROO Come climb, slide, swing and play on our indoor play equipment.

We have a baby area, a sensory play area and our gym to help develop bodies and brains!

WHEN 2, 4, 9 & 11 July - 9am to 11am WHERE 50 Bamford Lane, Kirwan COST $15 a session BOOKINGS Required via facebook.com/events/332466710774150 0432 686 306 townsville@gymbaroo.com.au facebook.com/GymbarooTownsville

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KITE BOARDING A

SOFTIE FELTED CREATURES Y

ACROBATICS & ACRO DANCE Y

PRESENTED BY IN THE LOOP AUSTRALIA

PRESENTED BY LA LUNA YOUTH ARTS

PRESENTED BY LA LUNA YOUTH ARTS

Introduction to kite boarding the fastest growing fun sport in the world on Pallarenda, beach access 14. Must be able to swim.

Design and create your own softie! Using felt, buttons, sequins and stuffing bring your unique design to life. Learn pattern making skills as well as hand and machine sewing skills.

Recommended for audiences 9 & over.

Acro is the beautiful fusion of gymnastics, contortion and balance. Polish your handstand, cartwheel and walkovers and develop your tumbling skills with back flips, handsprings, layouts and aerial work. Please wear full length tights and a close fitting t-shirt.

Recommended for audiences 9 & over.

WHEN 2 & 4 July - 3pm to 5pm WHERE Pallarenda (access 14) COST $20 BOOKINGS Required 0415 837 484 marvin@intheloopkiteboarding.com intheloopkiteboarding.com

WHEN 2 July - 3.30pm to 5.30pm WHERE La Luna Youth Arts, Castletown COST $50 BOOKINGS Required 4773 6377 admin@lalunanq.com lalunanq.com

WHEN 2 July - 1.30pm to 3.30pm 4 July - 1.30pm to 3.30pm WHERE La Luna Youth Arts, Castletown COST $80 for the course of 2 workshops BOOKINGS Required 4773 6377 admin@lalunanq.com lalunanq.com

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PRESENTED BY LA LUNA YOUTH ARTS A range of visual art, dance, drama, STEM and circus workshops on offer.

WHEN 2 to 7July - 9am to 10.15 am (3-6 years), 10.30am to 11.45 (5-8 years), 12pm to 1.15pm (7-11 years) WHERE La Luna Youth Arts, Castletown COST Per participant $15 per workshop or 4 workshops for $50 BOOKINGS Required 4773 6377 admin@lalunanq.com lalunanq.com

INDOOR ROCK CLIMBING A

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PRESENTED BY HOT ROCK ADVENTURE CENTRE

PRESENTED BY MUSEUM OF TROPICAL QUEENSLAND

Holiday Climbing Classes are designed to introduce youth to Sport Climbing in a safe and controlled environment. The sessions are extremely fun and active with our instructors giving heaps of advice and encouragement.

Slack lining may also be included.

Perfect for mini fans of the Museum, this facilitated activity encourages fun, discovery and creativity based around a Museum object. Children learn about the object, hear a story and join in craft activities. Designed for children aged 3-6 years old.

WHEN 2 to 12 July - 1.30pm to 3pm

WHEN 2, 4, 9 & 11 July - 9.45am to 10.30am

WHERE Hot Rock Adventure Centre

WHERE Museum of Tropical Queensland

COST $20

COST Free with Museum admission

BOOKINGS Required

BOOKINGS No

0407 313 214 bookings@hotrockadventure.com.au hotrockadventure.com.au

4726 0600 mtq.qm.qld.gov.au

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CREEKWATCH A

NOTCH CONNECT WINTER FUN E

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PRESENTED BY CONSERVATION VOLUNTEERS AUSTRALIA

PRESENTED BY NORTH TOWNSVILLE COMMUNITY HUB INC

Creekwatch is a community based water quality monitoring and environmental program from Conservation Volunteers Australia.

Volunteers take part in water quality testing, revegetation, weed control and general clean-ups around their local area to make a difference to the environment. Please wear long sleeves, closed in shoes and a hat, bring water and snacks.

Week 1 - NAIDOC Art, Young Writer’s Workshop, Pancake Thursday, Nature Play.

Week 2 - Knit Club daily, Kid’s Kitchen, Clay Play Day, Zumba Kids, String Painting, Tie Dye. Check out our Facebook page for full details & bookings. Kids under 5 need parent/carer with them.

WHEN 2, 3, 9 & 10 July - 7.30am to 1pm

WHEN 2 to 5 July - 10am to 11.30am 8 to 12 July - 10am to 11.30am 8, 10, 12 July - 1.30pm to 3pm

WHERE Various Townsville waterways

WHERE 52 Palm Drive, Deeragun

COST Free BOOKINGS Required 0428 533 078 townsville@cva.org.au cva.org.au

COST Free BOOKINGS Required. For residents from Mt Louisa to Rollingstone only.

4751 6511 reception@notch.org.au notch.org.au

MELVILLE’S FARM ANIMAL DISPLAY A

PRESENTED BY STOCKLAND TOWNSVILLE Melville’s are bringing the farm to you these school holidays right here at Stockland Townsville! Visit the interactive and fun animal display and get up close and cuddly with baby chickens, lambs, baby goats, ducklings, guinea pigs, and piglets.

WHEN 2 July to 6 July - 9.30am to 2.30pm WHERE Stockland Townsville - Near Customer Care Desk COST Free BOOKINGS No 4779 6033 townsville@stockland.com.au

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UNICORN ACADEMY P

SEWING 101 P

PRESENTED BY LA LUNA YOUTH ARTS

PRESENTED BY LA LUNA YOUTH ARTS

In this course, you will make your very own unicorn accessories including an alicorn headpiece, mane and colourful tail. Learn how to act like a unicorn, practicing marvellous unicorn manners and spreading kindness throughout the land bringing happiness to all.

Learn the basics of sewing in this two-part course: how to use a sewing machine, techniques involving pockets, zippers, buttons and hand stitching for decoration as well as how to use a pattern, measuring, cutting and other fabric behaviours. Recommended for audiences 8 & over.

WHEN 3 & 4 July - 3.30pm to 5.30pm WHERE La Luna Youth Arts, Castletown COST $90 for the course of 2 workshops BOOKINGS Required 4773 6377 admin@lalunanq.com lalunanq.com

WHEN 3 & 5 July - 1.30pm to 3.30pm WHERE La Luna Youth Arts, Castletown COST $100 for the course of 2 workshops BOOKINGS Required 4773 6377 admin@lalunanq.com lalunanq.com

CHINESE PAPER LANTERNS P

PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE CITY COUNCIL Come and learn how to make and decorate colourful Chinese paper lanterns.

WHEN & WHEN 3 July - 1.30pm to 2.30pm 10 July - 12pm to 1pm & 1pm to 2pm CityLibraries Thuringowa Central 4773 8811 4 July - 1.30pm to 2.30pm 9 July - 12pm to 1pm & 1pm to 2pm CityLibraries Aitkenvale 4727 8310 COST Free BOOKINGS Required whatson@townsville.qld.gov.au whatson.townsville.qld.gov.au

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ORIGAMI P

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MIDDLE EASTERN GAMES P

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DEAD PUPPET SOCIETY: THE VERY HUNGRY CATERPILLAR

PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE CITY COUNCIL

PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE CITY COUNCIL

Come and choose an origami item you would like to create from drawings and books. Sarah and/or Natasha will be there to assist everyone.

Come and learn traditional Iraqi children’s games and Royal Game of Ur board game.

PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE CITY COUNCIL

WHEN & WHEN 3 July - 10am to 11am CityLibraries Thuringowa Central 4773 8811

Create your own puppet character in this workshop for kids! The workshop focuses on sculptural and mechanical techniques used to create puppets.

WHEN & WHERE 3 July - 11.30am to 1pm 10 July - 10am to 11.30am CityLibraries Thuringowa Central 4773 8811 4 July - 11.30am to 1pm 9 July - 10am to 11.30am CityLibraries Aitkenvale 4727 8310 COST Free BOOKINGS Required whatson@townsville.qld.gov.au whatson.townsville.qld.gov.au

4 July - 10am to 11am CityLibraries Aitkenvale 4727 8310 COST Free BOOKINGS Required whatson@townsville.qld.gov.au whatson.townsville.qld.gov.au

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WHEN 3 July - 10am to 11.30am, 12.30pm to 2pm & 2.30pm to 4pm WHERE The May Wirth - Strand Park COST Free BOOKINGS Required 4727 9797 ticketshop@townsville.qld.gov.au whatson.townsville.qld.gov.au

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PRINCESSES PROM NIGHT E

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PRESENTED BY HOT ROCK ADVENTURE CENTRE

PRESENTED BY FULL THROTTLE THEATRE COMPANY

Holiday Silk classes are for youth looking for some extra excitement during the school holidays. You will learn how to safely use Silks, plus some basic techniques and tricks. Classes are a single event for youth aged 12 & up.

Some upper body strength is useful!

Queen Babette decides to find a wife for her son Prince Charming and arranges a grand party. The Fairy Godmother rounds up four eligible princesses: Cinderella, Snow White, Rapunzel and Sleeping Beauty. Slapstick silliness ensues as love conquers all.

WHEN 3 & 10 July - 4.15pm to 5.15pm

WHEN 3, 4, 6 & 7 July - 10.30am to 12pm 3 & 5 July - 7pm to 8.30pm

WHERE Hot Rock Adventure Centre COST $20 BOOKINGS Required 0407 313214 bookings@hotrockadventure.com.au whatson.townsville.qld.gov.au

WHERE Perfume Gardens COST Family $60, Adult $25, Member $20, Primary school $8, High school & concession $15 BOOKINGS Required 0476 590 004 madonna@fullthrottletheatre.com fullthrottletheatre.com

LINDY HOP DANCING ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS CLASSES Y

PRESENTED BY SWING DANCING TOWNSVILLE Want to move and groove like they did in the 1940s? Want to feel the rhythm in your veins, the joy of moving with the music and with your dance partner? Want to get and stay fit and make new friends? Then you need to dance Lindy Hop! Come to our absolute beginner classes and learn the fundamentals of this joyful and smooth dance style.

No experience needed & no partner required.

WHEN 4 & 11 July - 6.30pm to 7.45pm WHERE Suburban Bowling Club 150 Charters Towers Road, Townsville COST Youth $5, Students/Pensioners $11, Adult $16 BOOKINGS At the door 0423 217 997 swingdancingtsv@gmail.com

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DEAD PUPPET SOCIETY: PUPPETRY AND DESIGN Y

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CIRCUS WONDERLAND - A MERMAID’S TALE A

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PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE CITY COUNCIL

PRESENTED BY WONDERLAND SPIEGELTENT

Create your own puppet character in this workshop for kids! The workshop focuses on sculptural and mechanical techniques used to create puppets.

An ALL NEW all-star line-up of fun and the Golden Era of Circus. Be astounded and amazed at the sideshow antics of a mesmerizing cast of world class circus performers presenting a hilarious and thrilling magical Circus Wonderland.

WHEN 4 July - 10am to 11.30am, 12.30pm to 2pm & 2.30pm to 4pm WHERE The May Wirth - Strand Park COST Free BOOKINGS Required 4727 9797 ticketshop@townsville.qld.gov.au whatson.townsville.qld.gov.au

HAIR ACCESSORIES P

PRESENTED BY LA LUNA YOUTH ARTS Learn how to design and make your own signature bows and headbands. Discover which styles and colours work together to show your personality through your hair accessories.

WHEN 5 July - 3.30pm to 5.30pm

WHEN 4 to 14 July - 2pm to 3pm

WHERE La Luna Youth Arts, Castletown

WHERE Wonderland Spielgeltent - Strand Park

COST $50

COST Adult $35, Age Pensioner $30, Tertiary St. Full-Time $30, School Student/Child $30, Group 4+ $30ea

BOOKINGS Required

BOOKINGS Required 4727 9797 ticketshop@townsville.qld.gov.au whatson.townsville.qld.gov.au

4773 6377 admin@lalunanq.com lalunanq.com

WORLD GAMES WORKSHOP WITH SEAN MURPHY P

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PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE CITY COUNCIL Travel the world through games at this fully-flexible interactive theatre production.

WHEN 5 July - 10am to 12noon 6 July - 1pm to 3pm WHERE The May Wirth - Strand Park COST Free BOOKINGS Required 4727 9797 ticketshop@townsville.qld.gov.au whatson.townsville.qld.gov.au

WATPAC TOWNSVILLE 400 Supercars is launching an exciting new kid-friendly experience to the Watpac Townsville 400. There will be plenty to entertain kids big and small with a dedicated chill out zone for parents. With a host of family fun both on and off the track, and free Trackside admission for kids 12 and under, you can bring the whole crew.

5 TO 7 JULY SUPERCARS.COM/TOWNSVILLE

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PRESENTED BY MUSEUM OF TROPICAL QUEENSLAND

PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE CITY COUNCIL

PRESENTED BY FULL THROTTLE THEATRE COMPANY AND NQ STARSHINE

A hilarious insider’s guide on how kids can create their own excitement without pining for Minecraft or dying to watch Despicable Me 2. Again.

Come along and laugh, learn and look at the various astronomical wonders through large computer controlled telescopes. This year we bring you our new telescope El Gordo – bigger than the average man. Now the audience can see planets like Pluto!

Master the art of puppetry with international production house and design company Dead Puppet Society. These workshops introduce kids to puppetry and how to explore their creative ideas through visual storytelling.

Includes all material and take home puppet.

Designed for ages 8 and above.

WHEN 5, 6, 12 & 13 July - 6.30pm to 9pm

WHEN 5, 6, 7 & 8 July - 10am to 11.30am & 1.30pm to 3pm

WHERE Barra Fun Park 505 Allambie Lane, Gumlow

WHERE Museum of Tropical Queensland

WHEN 5 July - 1pm to 3pm 6 July - 10am to 12pm WHERE The May Wirth - Strand Park COST Free BOOKINGS Required 4727 9797 ticketshop@townsville.qld.gov.au whatson.townsville.qld.gov.au

COST Adult $50, Child $20 BOOKINGS Required 0476 590 004 madonna@fullthrottletheatre.com fullthrottletheatre.com

COST $17.50 per person BOOKINGS Required 4726 0600 mtq.qm.qld.gov.au

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HULA HOOP MAKING P

PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE SAILING CLUB

PRESENTED BY LA LUNA YOUTH ARTS

PRESENTED BY LA LUNA YOUTH ARTS

Friday 5 July Fun aquatic play and sail day, open to all ages - games, paddle boarding, sailing and enjoying the marine environment.

In this course you will focus on increasing flexibility, improving your control and balance in order to execute controlled and impressive contortion moves. Participants must be comfortable with splits and back bends.

Design your own hula hoop and learn how to make it a reality. Once you have made your hula hoop, learn a variety of impressive tricks to show off to your friends and family.

Monday 8 - Thursday 11 July Tackers - 4 day learn to sail program.

WHEN 5 July - 9am to 4pm 8 to 11 July - 8am to 1pm

WHEN 6 July - 1.30pm to 3.30pm WHERE La Luna Youth Arts, Castletown

WHERE Townsville Sailing Club - The Strand

COST $40

COST Sail day $100 Tackers 4 day course $300

BOOKINGS Required

BOOKINGS Required 4772 1105 townsvillesailingclub@gmail.com townsvillesailing.com.au/events

4773 6377 admin@lalunanq.com lalunanq.com

WHEN 7 July - 1.30pm to 3.30pm WHERE La Luna Youth Arts, Castletown COST $50 BOOKINGS Required 4773 6377 admin@lalunanq.com lalunanq.com

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HANDSTANDS & CARTWHEELS P

CAKE DECORATING P

COME & PLAY E

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PRESENTED BY LA LUNA YOUTH ARTS

PRESENTED BY LA LUNA YOUTH ARTS

PRESENTED BY LA LUNA YOUTH ARTS

Learn the foundations of static tumbling techniques and get comfortable being upside down. Please wear full length tights and a close fitting t-shirt.

Learn how to create flowers and small decorations using icing in a piping bag to embellish your cakes. Learn to make buttercream icing so you can continue your cake decorating skills at home.

A range of visual art, dance, drama, STEM and circus workshops on offer!

WHEN 8 & 9 July - 3.30pm to 5.30pm WHERE La Luna Youth Arts, Castletown COST $80 for the course of 2 workshops BOOKINGS Required 4773 6377 admin@lalunanq.com lalunanq.com

WHEN 8 & 10 July - 1.30pm to 3.30pm

WHEN 8 to 14 July 9am to 10.15am for 3-6 years 10.30am to 11.45am for 5-8 years 12pm to 1.15pm for 7-11 years

WHERE La Luna Youth Arts, Castletown

WHERE La Luna Youth Arts, Castletown

COST $100 for the course of 2 workshops

COST Per participant $15 per workshop or 4 workshops for $50

BOOKINGS Required 4773 6377 admin@lalunanq.com lalunanq.com

BOOKINGS Required 4773 6377 admin@lalunanq.com lalunanq.com

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SMALL STAGE - YOUTH OPEN MIC NIGHT A

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1940S LINDY HOP DANCE LESSONS A

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PRESENTED BY NEIGHBOURHOOD SESSIONS

PRESENTED BY SWING DANCING TOWNSVILLE

Small Stage is Townsville’s Youth Open Mic Night for performers under 21 presented

by Neighbourhood Sessions. Small Stage offers an opportunity for young performers to showcase their talents and gain experience playing in front of a live audience!

Want to learn the Lindy Hop dancing which is spreading like wildfire across the globe? Want to combine exercise, fun, meeting others, and learning something new? Want to be able to move to amazing swing music?

WHEN 8 July - 5.30pm to 8.30pm WHERE Old Magistrates Court Cr Stokes & Sturt St COST $5 - purchase tickets at the event BOOKINGS No sales@neighbourhoodsessions.com neighbourhoodsessions.com

WHEN 8 July - 6pm to 7pm WHERE Strand Pier COST Free BOOKINGS No 0423 217 997 swingdancingtsv@gmail.com lalunanq.com

CUPCAKE DECORATING P

PRESENTED BY LA LUNA YOUTH ARTS Make your own buttercream icing, use a piping bag and learn how to create flowers and small decorations using fondant then embellish cupcakes into masterpieces.

WHEN 9 July - 1.30pm to 3pm WHERE La Luna Youth Arts, Castletown COST $30 BOOKINGS Required 4773 6377 admin@lalunanq.com lalunanq.com

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BIG SCREEN BOOK WITH DR CAMERON STELZER E

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PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE CITY COUNCIL Nothing fires a child’s imagination more than a well-told story by the author. Join Cameron Stelzer as he reads The Stroogle adventures, full of rhyme, rhythm and fun.

WHEN & WHERE 9 July - 10am to 11am Wonderland Spiegeltent - Strand Park 10 July - 10am to 11am The May Wirth - Strand Park

WASTED PAINT - FOR KIDS! P

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PRESENTED BY WASTED PAINTS Wasted Paint are hosting events for the kids for some school holiday fun, this July! The kids can put on an apron and learn to paint their very own little masterpieces step by step with a local art instructor.

WHEN 9, 10 & 11 July - 10am to 11.30am WHERE Neighbourhood Live House 81 Sturt Street, Townsville

11 July - 10am to 11am Wonderland Spiegeltent - Strand Park

COST Tickets are $25 and are available at facebook.com/wastedpaintstudio

COST Free

BOOKINGS Required

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THE JOY OF RHYME WITH FUNKY CHICKEN AND DOUG THE BUG WITH CHRIS COLLIN P

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PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE CITY COUNCIL Creating your own story with fun and funkiness!

This immersive presentation is adapted to suit all ages and includes a mix of narration of stories to amazing audio-visual slideshows, puppets, music/dance. Chris takes the audience through the creative process behind a picture book, culminating in a simple art activity where the audience starts their own creative project!

WHEN & WHERE 9 July - 11am to 12pm & 1pm to 2pm The May Wirth - Strand Park 10 July - 9am to 10am & 11am to 12noon Wonderland Spiegeltent - Strand Park COST Free BOOKINGS Required 4727 9797 ticketshop@townsville.qld.gov.au whatson.townsville.qld.gov.au

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IMAGINATIVE ILLUSTRATION WITH DR CAMERON STELZER P

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PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE CITY COUNCIL This is a fantastic introduction to illustration with an emphasis on imagination and creative problem solving.

WHEN 9 July - 2pm to 3pm 11 July - 12pm to 1pm WHERE Wonderland Spiegeltent - Strand Park COST Free BOOKINGS Required 4727 9797 ticketshop@townsville.qld.gov.au whatson.townsville.qld.gov.au

STOP FRAME ANIMATION P

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PRESENTED BY LA LUNA YOUTH ARTS Come and learn the art of stop frame animation; you will be the director, photographer and producer!

WHEN 10, 11 & 12 July - 3.30pm to 5.30pm WHERE La Luna Youth Arts, Castletown COST $150 for the course of 3 workshops BOOKINGS Required 4773 6377 admin@lalunanq.com lalunanq.com

WRITE IT, READ IT, LIVE IT WITH DR CAMERON STELZER P

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PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE CITY COUNCIL Take a behind the scenes look at how an illustrated novel is written, illustrated and compiled – from idea to reality.

WHEN & WHERE 10 July - 12pm to 1pm The May Wirth - Strand Park 11 July - 2pm to 3pm Wonderland Spiegeltent - Strand Park COST Free BOOKINGS Required 4727 9797 ticketshop@townsville.qld.gov.au whatson.townsville.qld.gov.au

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LIGHTS, CAMERA, ACTION WITH DR CAMERON STELZER P

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PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE CITY COUNCIL Yes, the book can be more exciting than the movie! Not for the faint-hearted, this workshop shows children how to create blockbuster action stories.

WHEN & WHERE 9 July - 12pm to 1pm Wonderland Spiegeltent - Strand Park 10 July - 2pm to 3pm The May Wirth - Strand Park COST Free BOOKINGS Required 4727 9797 ticketshop@townsville.qld.gov.au whatson.townsville.qld.gov.au

SCHOOL HOLIDAY CLINIC P

PRESENTED BY TENNIS TOWNSVILLE

SPENDLESS SHOES KIDS MORNINGS P

The Junior Tennis Clinic is a great way to fill in the holiday fun and exercise! The clinic teaches technique, ball skills, game play (and match play for the older children) The program is suitable for children of ALL ages (4-16 years) and abilities. Please bring hat, water and sunscreen.

PRESENTED BY STOCKLAND TOWNSVILLE

WHEN 9 to 11 July - 3.30 to 5.30pm

WHERE Stockland Townsville, near Customer Care Desk

WHERE Tennis Townsville 20 Burke Street, North Ward COST $80 per child, $150 for two or more siblings.

Casual rate $30 per person.

BOOKINGS Required 4721 5129 tennis@tennistownsville.org tennistownsville.org

Come and colour with Spendless Shoes.

Receive your own notebook and other goodies including a voucher to redeem in-store along the way!

WHEN 10 to 12 July - 10am to 1pm

COST Free BOOKINGS No 4779 6033 townsville@stockland.com.au

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FORENSIC SCIENCE P

PRESENTED BY LA LUNA YOUTH ARTS Learn how to lift fingerprints, interview witnesses, deduce your information about your suspect and gather evidence to solve a crime.

Pay attention though, a crime may happen right under your nose and we will need your help to solve it!

WHEN 11 & 12 July - 1.30pm to 3.30pm WHERE La Luna Youth Arts, Castletown COST $80 for the course of 2 workshops BOOKINGS Required 4773 6377 admin@lalunanq.com lalunanq.com

LAH-LAH’S BIG LIVE BAND A

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PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE CITY COUNCIL Lah-Lah is a band of five adorable friends who love singing and playing their instruments to make great music for families. Now in their eleventh year, Lah-Lah has become one of Australia’s most loved pre-school music groups.

WHEN 12 July - 10am to 10.45am & 1pm to 1.45pm WHERE The May Wirth - Strand Park COST $27.50 per person over 18 months old BOOKINGS Required 4727 9797 ticketshop@townsville.qld.gov.au whatson.townsville.qld.gov.au

ENCHANTED FAIRY GARDEN P

PRESENTED BY LA LUNA YOUTH ARTS Design and build an enchanting fairy garden filled with magic and miniature creations.

Learn book folding and make sculptures and fairy furniture using a range of materials and decorations. Create your own flower fairies to live in your garden.

WHEN 13 & 14 July - 1.30pm to 3.30pm WHERE La Luna Youth Arts, Castletown COST $90 BOOKINGS Required 4773 6377 admin@lalunanq.com lalunanq.com

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RIVERWAY MOVIE NIGHT: SMALL FOOT A

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PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE CITY COUNCIL Bring a blanket and cosy up under the stars and raintrees for the FREE screening of Smallfoot Join Migo a friendly Yeti as he discovers something that he didn’t know existed a human!

FREE FAMILY FUN DAY A

PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE CITY COUNCIL Join us at the Perc Tucker Regional Gallery for our Free Family Fun Day. Free art making activities for families. All materials are provided.

Drop in for 5 minutes or 2 hours.

WHEN 21 July - 10am to 12pm

WHEN 19 July - 6.30pm to 8pm

WHERE Perc Tucker Regional Gallery

WHERE Riverway Oval

COST Free

COST Free

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FREE ZUMBA KIDS CLASS P

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PRESENTED BY LATIN VIBRATIONS This free public event is for children of all ages (most suitable for 6-11 years) to join in an hour of dancing, cultural learning, fun and games!

Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. This is a physical activity, not designed for participants with special needs.

Limited modifications may be provided during the class as needed.

WHEN 21 July - 3.30pm to 4.30pm WHERE Move Haus - Queens Gardens COST Free BOOKINGS No 0422 198 369 iwannadance@latinvibrations.com.au whatson.townsville.qld.gov.au

WOLFGANG’S MAGICAL MUSICAL CIRCUS A QG

BY CIRCA CREATED BY YARON LIFSCHITZ WITH BENJAMIN KNAPTON AND THE CIRCA ENSEMBLE Straight from the score and onto the stage, the man known as Mozart appears amid a storm of powder, tumbling and twirling, as musical mayhem and movement fuse in this family show with a circus twist.

WHEN 19 - 20 July 6.30pm to 7.30pm

WHERE The May Wirth - Strand Park COST From $15 BOOKINGS Required through ticketshop.com.au 134 810 enquiries@townsville.qld.gov.au whatson.townsville.qld.gov.au

LITTLE DAY OUT: AROUND THE WORLD A QG

PRESENTED BY LA LUNA YOUTH ARTS Join us for an afternoon under the shady trees and enjoy the entertainment brought to you by various cultural groups. Join in the activities and crafts and try cuisine from various cultures.

Around the World is presented by La Luna Youth Arts and funded by the Queensland Government.

WHEN 21 July - 2pm to 5pm WHERE Queens Gardens

COST Free REGISTER nafa-tsv.com.au 134 810 enquiries@townsville.qld.gov.au whatson.townsville.qld.gov.au

 SEALINK SUNRISE SAVER*

FAMILY OFFER*

Half price adult and child fares on the 7.05am departure every day during the school holidays.

$66 family ferry tickets to Magnetic Island throughout the school holidays – that’s a $10 saving.

*Valid 29 June to 14 July 2019 For more information visit sealinkqld.com.au

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North Queensland’s Sculpture Festival Part of the North Australian Festival of Arts

26 JULY - 4 AUGUST 2019 OCTOPUS'S GARDEN WORKSHOPS

BLOCK PARTY

VARIOUS SESSIONS THROUGHOUT Octopus’s Garden Marquee, Strand Park

SUNDAY 4 AUGUST, 6 - 9PM Strand Park

Create underwater artworks in the Octopus’s Garden! Join us for free drop-in workshops inspired by Strand Ephemera while enjoying beautiful views along The Strand. Suitable for all ages.

Invite family and friends to enjoy Strand Ephemera’s final night for 2019. Celebrate with food trucks and music and remember to bring your lanterns to add twinkle to the evening!

ERTH'S DINOSAUR ZOO™ VARIOUS SESSIONS THROUGHOUT Wonderland Spiegeltent, Strand Park Dinosaurs, big and small, live on stage, with assistance from some lucky volunteers, make for both an informative and hilarious show. Tickets are free. Booking fees apply.

Visit ticketshop.com.au Image courtesy of Erth Visual & Physical Inc.

NORTH AUSTRALIAN FESTIVAL OF ARTS

PROJECTIONS LIGHT UP! 26 JULY - 4 AUGUST, 7 - 8:30PM Three locations: The Pier, Strand Park Beach, and Gregory Street Amphitheatre Strand Ephemera lights up! Take an evening stroll to see how the sculptures transform at night and discover three nocturnal artworks showcasing the talent of local and national projection artists.

For more information visit strandephemera.com.au

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