Winter Hot Pocket 2014

Hot Pocket 2014 winter school holiday guide

Supported by the Department of Communities, Child Safety and Disability Services.

www.townsville.qld.gov.au

2014 WINTER SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAM

funded by the department of communities, child safety and disability services in conjunction with townsville city council.

This program can also be found online at www.townsville.qld.gov.au The Townsville City Council have endeavoured to provide a number of activities during the school holidays that assist in the inclusion of children with disabilities or additional needs, children from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds and children from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse backgrounds. These activities, targeted to young people aged 10-25 and families, aim to remove barriers and provide social opportunities for all children, with the purpose of building capacity and inclusion within the Townsville community.

All Townsville City Council events are drug and alcohol free.

All activities are FREE unless otherwise specified.

Townsville City Council: 1300 878 001.

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Townsville City Council Events

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 young people won’t have a moment to spare. Don’t forget to check out the super savings in the back!

If you’re looking for events and workshops for children under five years of age, please refer to council’s Learn, Discover, Connect booklet, which can be downloaded from council’s website.

AUDIENCE KEY Primary School (5–12 years) Youth (12–18 years) All Ages (Community Events)

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OP ERATION X Saturday 28 June 4pm–10pm Riverway Skate Park

Featuring: >> Create Your Youth Week Showcase >> S kate / Scoot/ BMX at Operation X >> B e Active – Be Positive >> Skate of Mind >> Jam Corner

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age

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Saturday 28 June

Family Fun Day - Carnival Theme

program

All Ages

6

Saturday 28 June

30th Annual Filippo Mele Memorial Carnival

5 - 12

6

Saturday 28 June

Townsville Artist Market

All Ages

7

Sunday 29 June

Radio Controlled Model Aircraft Flying

9+

7

Sunday 29 June

Zorb Water Walking Balls

All Ages

8

Sunday 29 June

Let's Face It Portrait Drawing Workshop

12 - 25

8

Sunday 29 June

Funny Faces

5 - 12

9

Monday 30 June

Art Escape Winter School Holiday Program

5 - 12

9

Tuesday 1 July

Castle Hill PCYC Fun Day

5 - 18

10

Tuesday 1 July

LegoRama

All Ages

10

Tuesday 1 July

Pokemon Party

5 - 12

11

Tuesday 1 July

Tennis clinic

4 - 16

11

Tuesday 1 July

Cheaper Tuesdays

All Ages

11

Tuesday 1 July

Tots On Skates

Under 6

12

Tuesday 1 July

Creekwatch

All Ages

12

Tuesday 1 July

art-box: Art Activities for Under 5s

2-5

13

Wednesday 2 July

Townsville Basketball School Holidays Fun Day

All Ages

13

Wednesday 2 July

Just Jewellery

5 - 12

14

Wednesday 2 July

Get Active in Parks

10 - 18

14

Wednesday 2 July

Sunset Action

Under 18

14

Wednesday 2 July

Girls Night In - Handmade Jewellery

12 - 18

15

Wednesday 2 July

Fishing tips and lunch with Scott Hillier

5 - 12

15

Wednesday 2 July

Sk8way 1st Birthday Party

All Ages

16

Thursday 3 July

Play Pokemon

5 - 12

16

Thursday 3 July

From Page to Stage

All Ages

17

Thursday 3 July

PCYC 'Traditional Olympic Sports Fun Day'

5 - 18

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Thursday 3 July

Townsville 500 Super Welcome

All Ages

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age

pg

Friday 4 July

date

Rock 'n' Roll 80's Theme

program

All Ages

18

Friday 4 July

Hookin2Hockey

5+

19

Monday 7 July

Re-Cre8Tiv Kids Winter Workshops

5+

20

Monday 7 July

Art Escape Winter School Holiday Program

5 - 12

20

Monday 7 July

Tumbling & Tramp - Circus

7 - 12

21

Monday 7 July

Get Active in Parks

10 - 18

21

Tuesday 8 July

Pokemon Party

5 - 12

22

Tuesday 8 July

Shuffle & Shake - Dance

3-6

22

Tuesday 8 July

Dream Catchers - Visual Arts

7 - 12

22

Tuesday 8 July

Slacklining - Circus

5-8

23

Tuesday 8 July

Dance, Dance, Dance!

7 - 12

23

Tuesday 8 July

Stained Glass Windows - Visual Arts

3-6

23

Wednesday 9 July

Button Bling - Visual Arts

7 - 12

24

Wednesday 9 July

Balance & Circus Toys

7 - 12

24

Wednesday 9 July

Just Jewellery

5 - 12

24

Wednesday 9 July

Stamping - Visual Arts

3-6

25

Thursday 10 July

Polaroid Comic Book - Visual Arts

7 - 12

25

Thursday 10 July

FYI Focus on Youth Initiatives

14+

26

Thursday 10 July

Crazy Clay - Visual Arts

3-6

26

Thursday 10 July

Dancin' Feet - Dance

3-6

27

Friday 11 July

Lino Cuts - Visual Arts

7 - 12

27

Friday 11 July

Juggling & Spinning - Circus

5+

28

Friday 11 July

Hip Hop Express - Dance

7 - 12

28

Friday 11 July

Beautiful Birds - Visual Arts

3-6

28

Saturday 12 July

North Shore Festival of Fun

All Ages

29

Sunday 13 July

Silly Sunday

All Ages

29

Pottery Classes

All Ages

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What do you want to see happen in the Summer Holiday period? email >>

youth@townsville.qld.gov.au

Maggie Towns

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GET SOCIAL WITH COUNCIL

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YOUTH IN T SPOTLIG HE HT

FYI: FOCUS ON YOUTH INITIATIVES

Short Film Launch with Live Music / Thursday 10 July

FEAT. TILLY + PLAZA LIVE + HOOD RICH DJS ... and more

Ages 14+ / FREE EVENT 6.30pm - 1 1 pm

Old Courthouse Theatre

www.townsville.qld.gov.au Contact: Community Development 1300 878 001

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THEATRE COMPANY

PCYC FAMILY FUN DAY - CARNIVAL THEME Round up for a FREE morning of fun for everyone. Ride Nitro the mechanical bull, go crazy inside Walter the Inflatable Worm and test your stomach strapped into a Zorb ball. Lots to do, raffles and prizes to be won. when >> where >>

Saturday 28 June, 10am–1pm PCYC Upper Ross, 43 Allambie Lane, Rasmussen

For more information, phone 4789 2145. proudly supported by townsville city council

30TH ANNUAL FILIPPO MELE MEMORIAL CARNIVAL Please come down and support our U10–U13 Junior Soccer players from Townsville and surrounding regions. Free admission for all spectators. when >>

where >>

Saturday 28 June–Wednesday 2 July Saturday 28 Opening Ceremony at 12.30pm with games commencing shortly after 29, 30 June and 1 July games from 8am–4pm 2 July games from 8am–1pm Brolga Park, Murray Sporting Complex

For more information, phone Cara Grandy 4778 2955.

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TOWNSVILLE ARTIST MARKET Come along to the Townsville Artist Market at Riverway Arts Centre. The market has locally produced handmade arts and craft as well as entertainment. when >> where >>

Saturday 28 June, 12pm–3pm Riverway Arts Centre, 20 Village Boulevard, Thuringowa

For more information, phone 4727 9011.

RADIO CONTROLLED MODEL AIRCRAFT FLYING Come and fly a radio controlled model aircraft.

Instructors and aircraft will be provided with booking essential two days in advance. All visitors are welcome and BBQ will be held on Sunday 6 July.

Sunday 29 June, 9am–11.30am Tuesday 1 July, 9am–11am Sunday 6 July, 9am–11.30am Tuesday 8 July, 9am–11am Sunday 13 July, 9am–11.30am (Weather permitting) where >> TRACS Field, Racecourse Road, Cluden (off Port Access Road) booking >> Required. Phone 0429 943 767 or 0427 118 365 when >>

For ages 9 years and over. For more information visit www.tracs.org.au.

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ZORB WATER WALKING BALLS Climb inside our Zorb Water Walking Balls and walk on top of the water without getting wet. You can crawl, walk, run, jump, spin or just sit and relax in a 2 metre transparent plastic bubble. when >> where >> cost >>

Sunday 29 June, 10.30am–12.30pm Sunday 6 July, 10.30am–12.30pm Northern Beaches Leisure Centre, 7-31 Erskine Place, Burdell $5 per ride

For more information, phone 0403 329 803.

LET’S FACE IT PORTRAIT DRAWING WORKSHOP Sundays during the Glencore Percival Portrait Painting Prize come along for a series of free drawing workshops exploring portraiture.

Sunday 29 June, 11.30am–12.30pm Sunday 6 July, 11.30am–12.30pm Sunday 13 July, 11.30am– 12.30pm where >> Perc Tucker Regional Gallery, Corner of Denham and Flinders Streets booking >> Required. Phone 4727 9011 when >>

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FUNNY FACES Sundays during the Glencore Percival Portrait Painting Prize enjoy a free drop-in workshop at the Gallery, and make a collage portrait. when >>

where >>

Sunday 29 June, 10.30am–11.15am Sunday 6 July, 10.30am–11.15am Sunday 13 July, 10.30am–11.15am Perc Tucker Regional Gallery, Corner of Denham and Flinders Streets

ART ESCAPE WINTER SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAM Art Escape is Gallery Services school holiday program for budding young artists. This school holidays you can create creatures from clay and wire, learn how to screen print and do origami!

Monday 30 June, 10.30am–12.30pm Tuesday 1 July, 10.30am–12.30pm Wednesday 2 July, 10.30am–12.30pm Thursday 3 July, 10.30am–12.30pm Friday 4 July, 10.30am–12.30pm where >> Perc Tucker Regional Gallery, Corner of Denham and Flinders Streets cost >> $15 booking >> Required. Phone 4727 9011 when >>

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CASTLE HILL PCYC FUN DAY Come and enjoy the FREE fun day at Castle Hill PCYC. Full of excellent activities and entertainment, this is an event not to be missed. You will find something fun for everyone. See you there! when >>

where >>

Tuesday 1 July Session 1: 11am–1pm For PCYC Vacation Care Students (5–12 years) Session 2: 1pm–4pm Open to general public (all ages) Castle Hill PCYC, 4 Hugh Street, Belgian Gardens

For more information, phone 4772 3883.

LEGORAMA Build with Lego to your heart’s content. Stay for as long, or as little as you like. Holiday Care Groups please call to book. when >> where >>

1 July–13 July, library opening hours CityLibraries Thuringowa Central

For more information, phone 4773 8811.

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POKEMON PARTY Dive into the world of Pokemon with craft, trivia and more. Prizes to be won.

Tuesday 1 July, 9.30am–10.30am and 11am–12pm where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale booking >> Required. Book online or phone 4727 8310 when >>

TENNIS CLINIC Junior tennis clinic for kids of all ages (4–16 years) and abilities, teaching technique, ball skills, and game play. A great way to fill in the holidays with fun and exercise!

Tuesday 1 July, 3pm–5pm Wednesday 2 July, 3pm–5pm Thursday 3 July, 3pm–5pm where >> Tennis Townsville, 32 Burke St, North Ward cost >> $70 one child / $140 two or more siblings – this cost is for the three days booking >> Required. Phone 4721 5129 when >>

CHEAPER TUESDAYS Enjoy a cheap night out with all the family, experience all the fun and excitement of roller skating while watching videos from the 70s and 80s on the big screen.

Tuesday 1 July, 6.30pm–8.30pm Tuesday 8 July, 6.30pm–8.30pm where >> Sk8way Townsville cost >> $6 Entry, $4 Skate hire For more information, phone 4755 4422. when >>

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TOTS ON SKATES Introduce your young ones to the fun and excitement of roller skating. Games, activities and limited learn to skate instruction. Parents may skate. when >>

where >> cost >>

Tuesday 1 July, 9am–10am Thursday 3 July, 9am–10am Tuesday 8 July, 9am–10am Thursday 10 July, 9am–10am Sk8way Townsville Free

For more information, phone 4755 4422.

CREEKWATCH Join the team to monitor the health of the waterways around Townsville. You will catch macroinvertebrates (water bugs) and fish; and identify them. Learn how to take water samples and collect scientific data. Must be accompanied by adult.

Tuesday 1 July, 8am–1pm Wednesday 2 July, 8am–1pm Tuesday 8 July, 8am–1pm Wednesday 9 July, 8am–1pm where >> Various Creeks around Townsville booking >> Required. Email townsville@cva.org.au when >>

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ART-BOX: ART ACTIVITIES FOR UNDER 5S art-box is Gallery Services free program for under 5s.

Come along to Pinnacles Gallery on the first Tuesday of the month and to Perc Tucker Regional Gallery on the third Tuesday of the month for a free art workshop! when >> where >>

Tuesday 1 July, 10am–11am Pinnacles Gallery, 20 Village Boulevard, Thuringowa Central

For more information, phone 4727 9011.

TOWNSVILLE BASKETBALL SCHOOL HOLIDAY FUN DAY Come meet your local sporting heroes! Join players from the Townsville Crocodiles, Townsville Fire and Sporting Wheelies for an afternoon of basketball games and fun amusements. Try your hand at Wheelchair Basketball or just come check out the free rides and great family atmosphere on the day. There will also be rides for the kids! when >> where>> cost >>

Wednesday 2 July, 1pm–4pm Murray Lyons Cres Annandale Free

For more information Contact Townsville Basketball on 4778 3400. proudly supported by townsville city council

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JUST JEWELLERY Join us in the jewellery room and get creative. Bring your fun loom too and share what you’ve made.

Wednesday 2 July, 10am–11.30am CityLibraries Aitkenvale booking >> Required. Book online or phone 4727 8310 when >>

where >>

GET ACTIVE IN PARKS Enjoy self-challenging and confidence building activities using Parkour, Rock climbing wall, and the Gladiator challenge. Re-Cre8tiv Recycled Art workshop, Ball sports and colouring also available.

Closed-in shoes required. when >> where >>

Wednesday 2 July, 3pm–5pm Woodlands Skate Park, Deeragun

For more information, phone 4775 9101. proudly supported by townsville city council

SUNSET ACTION Free drop-in, after dark sports program for children and young people under 18 years. Come down to the outdoor basketball courts and have some fun! when >> where >>

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Wednesday 2 July, 5pm–7.30pm Wednesday 10 July, 5pm–7.30pm PCYC Upper Ross, 43 Allambie Lane, Rasmussen

For more information, phone 4789 2145.

GIRLS NIGHT IN HANDMADE JEWELLERY Make your own jewellery from crochet necklaces to felt hair accessories. Light refreshments included.

Wednesday 2 July, 6pm–8pm CityLibraries Thuringowa Central booking >> Required. Book online or phone 4773 8811 when >>

where >>

FISHING TIPS AND LUNCH WITH SCOTT HILLIER Bring the kids along to learn basic fishing tips from the fishing guru Scott Hillier. There will be activities, prizes and fun for all. Includes a kids meal for lunch.

Limited numbers so book early!

Wednesday 2 July, 11.30am–1pm Monday 7 July, 11.30am–1pm where >> Rock Paper Scissors, Hermit Park cost >> $5 booking >> Required. Phone 4779 7800 when >>

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SK8WAY 1ST BIRTHDAY PARTY It’s our first birthday so come along and enjoy roller skating as a recreation and help us celebrate our first 12 months. $10 entry fee also covers skate hire. when >> where >> cost >>

Wednesday 2 July, 4pm–8pm Sk8way Townsville $10

For more information, phone 4755 4422.

PLAY POKEMON Do you like Pokemon? Come join the fun. Bring your own cards and games, or not! Heaps of fun!

Thursday 3 July, 9.30am–11am Primary School (5–12 years) 11.30am–1pm High School (12–18 years) where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central when >> Thursday 10 July 9.30am–11am Primary School (5–12 years) 11.30am–1pm High School (12–18 years) where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale booking >> Required.

Online at www.townsville.qld.gov.au or phone 4773 8811 when >>

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FROM PAGE TO STAGE A theatre-triple bill, by and for young people, that draws inspiration from children’s stories. The Revolt of the Fairies and Elves, Wonderland Through the Looking Glass and The Snow Queen will be delightful school holiday entertainment. when >>

where >> cost >>

Thursday 3 July, 10am and 1pm Friday 4 July, 10am and 1pm Saturday 5 July, 2pm and 6pm Riverway Arts Centre $12 Young People, $20 Adults, $16 Concession, $56 Family

booking >> Required. Phone TicketShop 4727 9777

PCYC ‘TRADITIONAL OLYMPIC SPORTS FUN DAY’ Bring out your inner Olympian this school holiday and head to Townsville PCYC’s Traditional Olympic Sports Fun Day. Come and try a host of fun FREE activities with your friends, including archery, fencing and traditional sports to name a few. If you want more of a thrill there will be amusement slides and a mobile street art wall facilitated by the Youth Network NQ. Thursday 3 July, 1pm–3pm Townsville PCYC , Wellington St, Aitkenvale QLD 4814 Booking >> Parents, guardians or participants may be required to sign a waiver for some activities. Enclosed shoes required. when >>

where >>

For more information, phone 4779 5843. proudly supported by townsville city council

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TOWNSVILLE 500 SUPER WELCOME Get ready race fans to meet not one, not two, not three but all V8 Supercars Championship Drivers at this year’s Townsville 500 Super Welcome event at Jezzine Barracks! This is your only opportunity to see all Drivers together before the race begins.

Fans can get autographs, pose for photos and also be in the running to win some great prizes! Two Driver signing sessions will occur at 4.30pm and 5.30pm. Remember to get there early as large crowds are expected.

There will also be great roving entertainment, food court, car display and an outdoor cinema featuring Disney-Pixar’s Cars 2.

It’s a night of jam-packed action to prepare the city for the roar of the V8 Supercars! when >> where >>

Thursday 3 July, 4.30pm–8.30pm Jezzine Barracks (Kennedy Plaza)

For more information, phone 1300 878 001.

ROCK ‘N’ ROLL 80’S THEME Rock ‘n’ Roll 80’s theme! Cost is $10 per person if you come in themed costume, or $15 if not dressed in costume. Games to be played and prizes to be won.

Friday 4 July, 7pm–10pm Warrina Ice Rink cost >> $10 For more information, phone 4759 1777. when >>

where >>

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HOOKIN2HOCKEY session 1: A beginner program targeted for those who have never played hockey before. They will receive a hockey pack including: a ball, hockey stick, shin pads, mouthguard and an Australia singlet.

The session 1 coaching session is with qualified coaches – some have played and coached at state level. A packed lunch will need to be provided for a 30 minute lunch break.

The sessions total numbers will be capped at 30 with a coachparticipant ratio of at least 1:8.

session 2: Inclusive program for young people with disabilities. This is a fun opportunity to try something new.

You will receive a hockey pack including: a ball, hockey stick, shin pads, mouthguard and an Australia singlet.

This session, a carer/assistant will be needed for each child and the program will be capped at 16 participants.

Both sessions require water, sunscreen etc.

Friday 4 July 9am–2pm (Session 1) 2.30pm–4.30pm (Session 2)

Friday 11 July 9am–2pm (Session 1) 2.30pm–4.30pm (Session 2) where >> Townsville Hockey Association cost >> $40 per session booking >> Required. Email THA Office on office@townsvillehockey.com.au or phone 4778 4810 when >>

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RE-CRE8TIV KIDS WINTER WORKSHOPS Winter is going off with a bang at our fun upcycled art workshops! Join us for a rainbow loom masterclass, create a crazy circle montage or explore your own strengths via personal totems & whole body portraits.

Details at www.facebook.com/recre8tiv.

Monday 7 July, Tuesday 8 July, Wednesday 9 July, Thursday 10 July, Friday 11 July, 9am–11am, 11.30am–1.30pm, 2pm–4pm where >> North Townsville Community Hub, 52 Palm Drive, Deeragun cost >> $15 per child per workshop booking >> Required. Email recre8tiv@bigpond.com or phone 0414 647 709 when >>

ART ESCAPE WINTER SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAM Art Escape is Gallery Services’ school holiday art program for budding young artists. You can create creatures from clay, learn how to screen print and make origami.

Monday 7 July, 10.30am–12.30pm Tuesday 8 July, 10.30am–12.30pm Wednesday 9 July, 10.30am–12.30pm Thursday 10 July, 10.30am–12.30pm Friday 11 July, 10.30am–12.30pm where >> Pinnacles Gallery cost >> $15 booking >> Required. Phone 4727 9011 when >>

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TUMBLING & TRAMP - CIRCUS Jump, twist, flip, tumble, roll and walkover; learn trampolining & tumbling techniques.

Monday 7 July 9am (3–6 years), 11am (7–12 years)

Thursday 10 July 9am (3–6 years), 11am (7–12 years) where >> Riverway Arts Centre cost >> $15 booking >> Required. Phone 4773 6377 when >>

GET ACTIVE IN PARKS Enjoy Self challenging and confidence building activities using Parkour, Rock climbing wall, and Bungy Trampolines. Ball sports and colouring also available. Closed-in shoes required. when >> where >>

Monday 7 July, 3pm–5pm Jabiru Park, Condon

For more information, phone 4775 9101. proudly supported by townsville city council

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POKEMON PARTY Dive into the world of Pokemon with craft, trivia and more. Prizes to be won.

Tuesday 8 July, 9.30am–10.30am Tuesday 8 July, 11am–12pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central booking >> Required. Book online or phone 4773 8811 when >>

SHUFFLE & SHAKE - DANCE Enjoy movement, song and dance in this toe-tapping, action song wiggling and teddy-tumbling workshop.

Tuesday 8 July, 9am (3–6 years) Riverway Arts Centre cost >> $15 booking >> Required. Phone 4773 6377 when >>

where >>

DREAM CATCHERS - VISUAL ARTS Make a cane hoop and weave a variety of wool and beads to make a dream catcher worthy of catching your dreams.

Tuesday 8 July, 9am (7–12 years) Riverway Arts Centre cost >> $15 booking >> Required. Phone 4773 6377 when >>

where >>

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SLACKLINING - CIRCUS Learn how to mount, balance & walk on our flexible version of a tight wire.

Tuesday 8 July 9am (5–8 years), 11am (9+ years) where >> Riverway Arts Centre cost >> $15 booking >> Required. Phone 4773 6377 when >>

DANCE, DANCE, DANCE! Work together and choreograph a dance to a popular dance track.

Tuesday 8 July, 11am (7–12 years) Riverway Arts Centre cost >> $15 booking >> Required. Phone 4778 6377 when >>

where >>

STAINED GLASS WINDOWS - VISUAL ARTS Use wire, contact, & itsy bitsy coloured paper to make a super special stained glass window to hang in your room.

Tuesday 8 July, 11am (3–6 years) Riverway Arts Centre cost >> $15 booking >> Required. Phone 4773 6377 when >>

where >>

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BUTTON BLING VISUAL ARTS Create your own bracelets using buttons; they come in all different shapes, sizes, styles and colours, the sky’s the limit.

Wednesday 9 July, 9am (7–12 years) Riverway Arts Centre cost >> $15 booking >> Required. Phone 4773 6377 when >>

where >>

BALANCE & CIRCUS TOYS Balance on the walking globe and rola bola, hula hoop, spin plates and learn to use circus toys. when >> where >> cost >>

Wednesday 9 July 9am (3–6 years), 11am (7–12 years) Riverway Arts Centre $15

booking >> Required. Phone 4773 6377

JUST JEWELLERY Join us in the jewellery room and get creative. Bring your fun loom too and share what you’ve made.

Wednesday 9 July, 10am–11.30am CityLibraries Flinders Street booking >> Required. Book online or phone 4727 9666 when >>

where >>

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STAMPING - VISUAL ARTS Using an assortment of stamps and stamping ink, create artworks to hang on the wall or use as present wrapping paper.

Wednesday 9 July, 11am (3–6 years) Riverway Arts Centre cost >> $15 booking >> Required. Phone 4773 6377 when >>

where >>

POLAROID COMIC BOOK - VISUAL ARTS Create a story with polaroid photos using lego, toys & felt.

Thursday 10 July, 9am (7–12 years) Riverway Arts Centre cost >> $15 booking >> Required. Phone 4773 6377 when >>

where >>

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FYI FOCUS ON YOUTH INITIATIVES (YOUTH IN THE SPOTLIGHT) Short Film Launch. Shining the spotlight on Townsville’s young people in one night of short films, live music and more. Featuring: Plaza Live, Tilly, Hoodrich Dj’s and more! Ages: 14+. when >> where >>

Thursday 10 July, 6.30pm–11pm Old Courthouse Theatre

For more information visit www.townsville.qld.gov.au or contact Community Development 1300 878 001. proudly supported by townsville city council

CRAZY CLAY - VISUAL ARTS Using ‘no fire’ clay, create animals and creatures that can roam on play adventures with you.

Thursday 10 July, 11am (3–6 years) Riverway Arts Centre cost >> $15 booking >> Required. Phone 4773 6377 when >>

where >>

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DANCIN’ FEET - DANCE A dance class for littlies; explore creative movement and dance in a fun environment.

Friday 11 July, 9am (3–6 years) Riverway Arts Centre cost >> $15 booking >> Required. Phone 4773 6377 when >>

where >>

LINO CUTS VISUAL ARTS Learn how to use cutting knives and lino tools as you print your own cool picture.

Friday 11 July, 9am (7–12 years) Riverway Arts Centre cost >> $15 booking >> Required. Phone 4773 6377 when >>

where >>

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JUGGLING & SPINNING - CIRCUS Learn to juggle using scarves, rings & balls; Spin poi and meteors, as well as spinning staffs.

Friday 11 July 9am (5–8 years), 11am (9+ years) where >> Riverway Arts Centre cost >> $15 booking >> Required. Phone 4773 6377 when >>

HIP HOP EXPRESS - DANCE A non-stop class which embraces crazy moves, transfers & awesome tricks. Please bring water bottle and towel. when >> where >> cost >>

Friday 11 July, 11am (7–12 years) Riverway Arts Centre $15

booking >> Required. Phone 4773 6377

BEAUTIFUL BIRDS - VISUAL ARTS Using glue, confetti and glitter decorate cut-outs to create your own unique birds.

Friday 11 July, 11am (3–6 years) Riverway Arts Centre cost >> $15 booking >> Required. Phone 4773 6377 when >>

where >>

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NORTH SHORE FESTIVAL OF FUN Celebrate in all things FUN!! Rides, games, circus & fitness workshops, zorb balls, side show alley, food & market stalls, live entertainment and special guests!

Saturday 12 July, 9am–1pm Town Square, Main Street, North Shore For more information, phone 4758 6700. when >>

where >>

proudly supported by townsville city council

SILLY SUNDAY Enjoy your last day of school holidays and come on down to Warrina Ice Rink for $10 entry before lunch.

Sunday 13 July, 10am–12noon Warrina Ice Rink cost >> $10 For more information, phone 4759 1777. when >>

where >>

POTTERY CLASSES Pottery classes provide opportunity to discover once creativity. Learn from an experienced potter the art of hand building. Discover a new world or art and craft.

Pottery can be very therapeutic and lots of fun.

Tuesdays to Thursdays any time by mutual arrangement. where >> 15 Flower Street Railway Estate. booking >> Required. Phone 0499 077 510 when >>

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Townsville 500 Super Welcome 3 July, 4.30pm – 8.30pm Driver signings: 4.30pm and 5.30pm (more info on page 19)

parade ground and kennedy regiment plaza, jezzine barracks