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Alpine Shire
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Event Description
Join us for a very special Children's Week in the Alpine Shire. A live performance with a funky fresh approach to veggies that will have you singing, dancing and twirling with joy!
Event organizer
Alpine Shire Council
Age group
2 to 6 years
Date & time/s
Bright Library – 26 October 2pm
Mt Beauty Library – 27 October 11.30am
Myrtleford Library –28 October 12pm
Myrtleford Library –28 October 2pm
Booking contact name, phone, email
Tel (03) 5755 0555
Website
City of Ballarat
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Event Description
Ballarat Neighbourhood Centre invites children from Sebastopol and Delacombe early learning centres to a singalong, picnic, and blended play at the local adventure playground.
Event organizer
Ballarat Neighbourhood Centre
Age group
2 to 6 years
Date & time/s
25 October, 10 am to 11:30 am
Location
263 Vickers St
Sebastopol 3356
Booking contact name, phone, email
Maria Jones
Tel: (03) 5329 3273
Email engagement@ballaratnc.org.au
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
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Event Description
Kids aged 2 to 6 years old are invited to join in the fun at Food Is Free Inc. Little Sprouts interactive children’s garden workshop!
Dig, plant, play, learn! Storytelling, nature-hunts, worm farms, planting & more.
Free entry - all children plus parents/carers must register via Eventbrite to attend. Free morning tea for the kids.
Event organizer
Food Is Free Inc.
Age group
2 to 6 years
Date & time/s
24 October, 11 am to 12 pm
Location
Food Is Free Green Space
212 Ripon St S
Ballarat Central 3350
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
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Event Description
Come and join in the fun at this free event at the Art Gallery of Ballarat. There will be art activities, performers, sensory activities and more! No bookings necessary.
Event organizer
City of Ballarat
Age group
0 to 8 years
Date & time/s
22 October, 10 am to 1:00 pm
Location
Alfred Deakin Place and Art Gallery of Ballarat
40 Lydiard St North
Ballarat Central VIC 3350
Booking contact name, phone, email
Amy Treyvaud
Tel: 0419 282 390
Email amytreyvaud@ballarat.vic.gov.au
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
City of Banyule
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Event Description
Come and enjoy the day with your children. Life is about learning and letting your children explore, learn new skills in a creative friendly environment. Children will develop skills through their imagination and curiosity. Free activities including face painting, making balloon shapes, animal farm, dance with Emily, a treasure hunt and art activities followed by free sausage sizzle.
Event organizer
Rosanna Fire Station Community House
Age group
4 to 12 years
Date & time/s
22 October, 10 am to 1 pm - Various activities
22 October, 11 am to12 pm - Dance session
22 October, 11:30 am to 1 pm - BBQ
25 October, 4 pm to 5:30 pm - Watercolour session
Location
232 Lower Plenty Rd, Rosanna 3084
Lower Plenty Rd
Rosanna 3084
Website
Booking contact name, phone, email
Julie Murphy
tel: 03 9458 1935
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
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Event Description
Help us celebrate Children's Week at the Ivanhoe Library and Cultural Hub with a special story time and morning of sensory play and exploration for the very young. This is a free event for children age birth to 6 and their families.
Event organizer
Banyule City Council
Age group
0 to 6 years
Date & time/s
25 October, 10 am to 12:30 pm
Location
275 Upper Heidelberg Rd
Ivanhoe 3079
Website
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
City of Bayside
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Event Description
Calling all families in Bayside and Kingston! Come down to Castlefield Community Centre for free, fun activities, petting zoo and morning tea to celebrate Children's Week! Let your children guide you through the stations to create some special memories while connecting with other local families.
Event organizer
Castlefield Community Centre
Age group
0 to 6 years
Date & time/s
26 October, 9:30 am to 12:30 pm
Location
Castlefield Community Centre
505 Bluff Rd
Hampton 3188
Website
Booking contact name, phone, email
Sally Kuhr
tel: 03 9068 3882
Email castlefield@bayciss.org.au
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
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Event Description
Connect Health & Community presents Learn & Play Day. As part of Children’s Week 2022 we will be hosting two Learn & Play days filled with fun, learning and furry friends. Come along to one of our events to learn something new and join in all the fun!
Event organizer
Connect Health & Community
Age group
0-12 years
Date & time/s
25 October, 9:30 am to 12:30 pm
26 October, 9:30 am to 12:30 pm
Location
Peterson Youth Centre Highett & Harmony Hall, Dunkley Avenue/Fox Close, Highett
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
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Event Description
A celebration for all the birthdays our children missed due to Covid-19: Bayside Toy Library is hosting "The Greatest Birthday Party you (n)ever had!" on Saturday 29th October. Join us as we come together to celebrate our children's growth and resilience with family, friends, toys, party games, bubbles and more!
Event organizer
Bayside Toy Library
Age group
0 to 6 years
Date & time/s
29 October, 9:30 am to 12:30 pm
Location
212 Dendy St
Brighton East 3187
Website
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
City of Boroondara
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Event Description
Children's Week at Bowen Street Community Centre includes a Children's Art Exhibition, Pop up playgroups with craft activities, indigenous story time, and songs and Pop-in during the week for a visit to see our baby chickens hatch and hold a little chick!
Event organizer
Bowen Street Community Centre
Age group
Other: All ages are welcome to attend
Date & time/s
24 October, 1 am to 11 am - Grandparents playgroup
24 October, 9 am to 12 pm - French playgroup
25 October, 3 pm to 5 pm - New mothers playgroup
25 October, 9 am to 12 pm - Multiple birth playgroup
27 October, 9 am to 12 pm - Pop up playgroup
24 October to 30 October, 9 am to 5 pm - Chicken hatching
24 October to 30 October, 9 am to 5 pm - Art exhibition
Location
102 Bowen St
Camberwell 3124
Website
Booking contact name, phone, email
Mary Liston
tel :0404 803 649
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
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Event Description
Come along for a fun family morning at Canterbury Toy Library! Bring along your favourite cuddly toy to share the experience with you. There will be a toy hospital, fun games and activities and a quiet book corner and story time for when you're all ready for a rest.
Event organizer
Canterbury Area Toy Library Inc.
Age group
1 to 8 years old
Date & time/s
29 October, 10 am to 12.30 pm
Location
190A Canterbury Rd
Canterbury 3126
Website
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
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Event Description
Access Health and Community invite local families to join the Children's and Teddy's Day Out at Trentwood. Bring your special toys, and enjoy a live Cultural show to sing and dance along. Have your toys own passport stamped at each teddy station to check on their health, enjoy the craft station, and listen to our librarian read a story.
Event organizer
Access Health and Community
Age group
0 to 12 years
Date & time/s
27 October, 10 am to Midday
Location
Greythorn Community Hub
2 Centre Way
Balwyn North 3104
Website
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
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Event Description
Boroondara celebrates Children's Week with a morning of activities at our new regional playground at Victoria Park where it offers something for everyone. The activities will allow children the opportunity to engage in activities that support their wellbeing, healthy development and family connections.
Event organizer
Boroondara City Council
Age group
0 to 6 years
Date & time/s
26 October, 9:30 am to 12:30pm
Location
High St S
Kew 3101
Website
Booking contact name, phone, email
City of Boroondara
Tel: 03 9278 4444
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
City of Brimbank
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Event Description
Brimbank City Council is holding a Teddy Bear Picnic at Sunvale Community Park! Entertainment includes music and movement performers.
Event organizer
Brimbank City Council
Age group
0 to 6 years
Date & time/s
26 October, 11 am to 2 pm
Location
20 Neil St
Sunshine 3020
Website
Booking contact name, phone, email
Miriam Villalobos
tel: 0407 847 493
Email miriamv@brimbank.vic.gov.au
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
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Event Description
Polish Community Council of Victoria Inc invites Polish Saturday School students throughout Melbourne to join them for a Polish Young Talent Time and Disco. Students can perform songs, dance and play instruments. Light refreshments will be provided.
Event organizer
Polish Community Council of Victoria Inc
Age group
6 to 12 years
Date & time/s
22 October, 10 am to 3 pm
Location
Polish Club Albion
19 Carrington Drive, Albion VIC 3020
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
City of Casey
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Event Description
Join the Berwick Toy Library for a fun morning of singing, dancing and making music. Play with a variety of percussion instruments, make your own instrument, hear a story, sing and dance at Percussion Playtime sessions.
Event organizer
Berwick Toy Library Incorporated
Age group
0 to 6 years
Date & time/s
29 October, 9 am to 10 am
29 October, 10:30 am to 11:30 am
Location
Timbarra Community Centre
Timbarra Way, Berwick 3806
Website
Booking contact name, phone, email
Ashlea Kight
Email berwicktoylibrary@gmail.com
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
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Event Description
Come and try out Hip Hop with Casey and District Multiple Birth Association Inc at Addicted 2 Dance and make some new friends.
Event organizer
Casey and District Multiple Birth Association Inc
Age group
2 to 6 years
Date & time/s
27 October, 12:30 pm to 1 pm
28 October, 10:30 am to 11:15 am
29 October, 2 pm to 3 pm
Location
3/4 Vesper Dr
Narre Warren 3805
Booking contact name, phone, email
Sabrina Duchenne
Tel: 0413 961 140
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Event Description
Get creative, find your rhythm & feel the beats in our Children's Week African Drumming workshop. You will burn energy, have fun and enjoy a tasty lunch with us at Balla Balla Community Centre.
Event organizer
Balla Balla Community Centre
Age group
8 to 12 years
Date & time/s
22 October, 10.30 am to 1 pm
Location
65 Berwick-Cranbourne Rd
Cranbourne East 3977
Website
Booking contact name, phone, email
Lauren McCarthy
Tel: 03 5990 0900
Email programs@ballaballa.com.au
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
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Event Description
Join Melbourne Youth Chorale in the City of Casey for fun and engaging workshops on Wednesday 26 October! Play musical games and learn a song for performance at the end of the workshop! Workshops will focus on three different age-groups (6-8, 9-12,13-16).
Event organizer
Melbourne Youth Chorale
Age group
6 to 12 years
Date & time/s
26 October, 4.30 pm to 7.30pm
Location
8 ONeil Rd
Beaconsfield 3807
Website
Booking contact name, phone, email
Kerry Alexander
Telephone 0490 709 327
Email manager.myc@gmail.com
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
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Event Description
Explore your senses and join Hallam Community Learning Centre Inc for a Free Messy Play Day!
Become a human bubble or paint your toes?
Dive into the murky mists of slime and oobleck experiences and discover Dinosaur Mud!
Event organizer
Hallam Community Learning Centre Inc
Age group
0 to 5 years
Date & time/s
27 October, 9.45 am to 11.45 am
Location
Hallam Community Learning Centre Inc
56 Kays Ave
Hallam 3803
Website
Booking contact name, phone, email
Ainslie Thomson
Telephone 03 9703 1688
Email childcare@hallamclc.com.au
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
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Event Description
All young children are welcome down to the Old Cheese Factory Berwick to have a fun morning of music, building, water play, art and nature play. Explore the beautiful grounds of the Old Cheese Factory, bring a picnic, and help us celebrate children in Casey.
Event organizer
City Of Casey
Age group
0 to 6 years
Date & time/s
27 October, 9.30 AM to 12.30 PM
Location
Old Cheese Factory
34 Homestead Rd
Berwick 3806
Website
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
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Event Description
Let's Play is a facilitated semi structured playgroup for children aged 0 - 4 (pre prep) and their grown-ups.
The program includes free time with themed toys and outside play, a themed craft activity, snack time (to be provided by the family), story and mat time.
Child learn through play and our playgroup allows for fun and play in a supportive environment.
Event organizer
Brentwood Park Neighbourhood House inc
Age group
0 to 5 years
Date & time/s
Daily week of the 24th. – FULLY BOOKED
Location
Brentwood Park Neighbourhood House
21A Bemersyde Dr
Berwick 3806
Website
Booking contact name, phone, email
Telephone 03 8743 0671
Email admin@bpnh.org.au
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
Number of sessions
6 sessions – FULLY BOOKED
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Event Description
Join Yogi Divine Society Ltd for Belonging - Connecting Healthy Minds 2022 a workshop to help children aged 4-12 years understand the importance of health, wellbeing and safety. Activities include art, craft and drawing to explore Healthy Living, Standard of Living: A Basic Right.
Event organizer
Yogi Divine Society Ltd
Age group
4 to12
Date & time/s
29 October, 6 am to 8:30 pm
Location
Lynbrook Family and Children Centre
25 River Redgum Pl
Lynbrook 3975
Booking contact name, phone, email
Mantavya Patel
Telephone 0452 353 690
Email manan3690@gmail.com
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
City of Darebin
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Event Description
Children who attend Darebin Community Health during Children's Week will receive a craft pack. Children can draw, create and make a picture of their home and tell us what is healthy about it. Bring the picture back to Darabin Community Health to display the picture in the waiting room and receive a story book on different types of homes.
Event organizer
Darebin Community Health trading as Your Community Health
Age group
2 to 6 years
Date & time/s
24 October, 9 am to 4 pm
25 October, 9 am to 4 pm
26 October, 9 am to 4 pm
27 October, 9 am to 4 pm
Location
300 Bell St
Preston 3072
Website
Booking contact name, phone, email
Linda Crisci
Telephone 03 8458 6714
Email linda.crisci@yourch.org.au
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
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Event Description
“Old fashioned fun” will transport the grown ups back to their childhood and show the kids what fun looked like in the days before computers! Children will get an opportunity to do hands on activities like making friendship bracelets, juggling balls and paper mâché animals or cutting up playdough cookies.
Event organizer
Jika Jika Community Centre
Age group
0 to 12 years
Date & time/s
29 October, 2 pm to 5 pm
Location
2 East St
Northcote 3070
Website
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
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Event Description
This Children’s Week we are celebrating children’s sense of belonging and contribution to the natural world around them. Join in a 2 hour growing workshops for children and families and learn about seasonal produce, sensory and Indigenous plants. A free event for children and families to connect and play.
Event organizer
Preston Neighbourhood House
Age group
0 to 6 years
Date & time/s
27 October, 10 am to 12 pm
Location
131 Shaftesbury Pde
Thornbury 3071
Website
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
City of Frankston
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Event Description
Join Lyrebird Community Centre for a wonderfully engaging and magical Interactive Puppet Show.
Event organizer
Lyrebird Community Centre
Age group
0 to 12 years
Date & time/s
26 October, 4.30 pm to 6 pm
Location
Lyrebird Community Centre
203-205 Lyrebird Drive
Carrum Downs 3201
Website
Booking contact name, phone, email
Carolyn Walls
Telephone 03 9782 0133
Email admin@lyrebird.org.au
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
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Event Description
Join Frankston City Council for a day of free fun to celebrate Children's Week in Frankston. Come and explore a range of activities including build your own smoothie, yoga, sensory chill zone, and more. For children aged 0-6 years. Bookings required for large groups. See Frankston Council website for details.
Event organizer
Frankston City Council
Age group
0 to 6 years
Date & time/s
27 October, 10 am to 2 pm
Location
Cnr Young Street and Plowman Place
Frankston 3199
Website
Booking contact name, phone, email
Email playgroup@frankston.vic.gov.au
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
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Event Description
Join Belvedere Community Centre for an awesome morning of fun! Start with rhythm and rhymes where you can learn some sign language to the songs, followed by a fun move and groove session. Finally join us at our exciting messy playgroup where we have hands-on sensory, constructive and imaginative play.
Event organizer
Belvedere Community Centre Inc
Age group
0 to 6 years
Date & time/s
27 October, 9:30 am to 12 pm
Location
Davey Richardson Pavilion
151 East Rd
Seaford 3198
Website
Booking contact name, phone, email
Telephone 03 9776 8922
Email reception@belvedere.org.au
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
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Event Description
Join Orwil Street Community House for a facilitated long play session with loose parts play and arts and crafts using clean recycled, recovered and upcycled materials.
Event organizer
Orwil Street Community House INC
Age group
0 to 6 years
Date & time/s
24 October, 10 am to 1 pm
Location
Orwil Street Community House INC
16 Orwil St
Frankston 3199
Website
Booking contact name, phone, email
Karen Vanderkaay
Telephone 03 9783 5073
Email info@orwilst.org.au
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
City of Glen Eira
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Event Description
Join Glen Eira City Council to celebrating children and families in the community. Glen Eira City Council will host a range of hands on activities for children, families and seniors in our community. The Community Playgroup will celebrate the connection between generations - share activities including playdough, puzzles, building and outdoor games, songs and movement.
Event organizer
Glen Eira City Council
Age group
0 to 3 and seniors
Date & time/s
25 October, 9.30 am to 12.30 pm
Location
Packer Park
Website
Booking contact name, phone, email
Levi Levi
Telephone 0435 203 702
Email elevi@gleneira.vic.gov.au
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
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Event Description
"We Are Warriors" Children's Yoga - Sessions full of games, songs and imaginative play that engage children and give them the tools to feel calmer, happier, and more peaceful inside! All the while, building their confidence, resilience and self esteem. Sessions include classes with parents, carers or special friends.
Event organizer
Caulfield South Community House
Age group
0 to 6 years
Date & time/s
24 October, 10:30 am to 12 pm
26 October, 10 am to 10:30 am
27 October, 10:30 am to 12 pm
Location
Caulfield South Community House
450 Kooyong Rd
Caulfield South 3162
Website
Booking contact name, phone, email
Naomi Goldman
Telephone 03 9596 8643
Email admin@csch.org.au
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
City of Greater Bendigo
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Event Description
FunLoong Fun Day is a FREE community event for children & families to enjoy! The Hargreaves Mall & Williamson Street will be alive on Saturday October 29, with stage entertainment and free activities for all to enjoy!
Event organizer
City of Greater Bendigo
Age group
10-12 years
Date & time/s
29 October, 11 am to 2 pm
Location
Hargreaves Mall
Bendigo 3550
Website
Booking contact name, phone, email
Kristy Bennett
Telephone 03 5434 6327
Email k.bennett@bendigo.vic.gov.au
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
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Event Description
Join the Great Stupa for Peace Kids! An immersive introduction to Buddhism and Tibetan culture that develops wellbeing skills for life. Explore the Peace Park and go inside the most sacred building in Buddhism for; children's meditation, creative expression through art and interactive storytelling. Suitable for ages 6-12 years.
Event organizer
The Great Stupa of Universal Compassion
Age group
6 to 12 years
Date & time/s
22 October, 11 am to 12 pm - Ages 5-8
22 October, 1 pm to 2 pm - Ages 9-12
Location
The Great Stupa of Universal Compassion
25 Sandhurst Town Rd
Myers Flat 3556
Website
Booking contact name, phone, email
Alyce Crosbie
Telephone 03 5446 7568
Email tours@stupa.org.au
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
City of Greater Geelong
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Event Description
Join the City of Greater Geelong for 2.5 fun filled hours and travel around the globe, celebrating the cultural diversity in Geelong. Families and children 0-8 years are invited to attend our Kids Cultural Bonanza and enjoy numerous activities, games and crafts from around the world.
Event organizer
City of Greater Geelong
Age group
0 to 8
Date & time/s
24 October, 10 am to 12:30 pm - KidsCulture Fest
24 October, 9 am to 5 pm
25 October, 9 am to 5 pm
26 October, 9 am to 5 pm
27 October, 9 am to 5 pm
28 October, 9 am to 5 pm
Location
146 Purnell Rd
Corio 3214
Website
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
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Event Description
Ngarreemeelee-ngitj (To Dance Together)
This dance and cultural workshop run by Kristi and Tahlia will see children learn to dance with ochre and language, stimulating their minds, engaging their bodies and inspiring them to think creatively about the world around them, supporting their overall wellbeing and healthy development.
Event organizer
Geelong Arts Centre
Age group
2 to 6 years
Date & time/s
25 October, 10 am to 10:45 pm
25 October, 11:10 am to 11:55 am
25 October, 12:30 pm to 1:15 pm
Location
81 Ryrie St
Geelong 3220
Website
Booking contact name, phone, email
Emily Donoghue
Telephone 03 5225 1243
Email emily@geelongartscentre.org.au
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
City of Greater Shepparton
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Event Description
Children's Week 2022 will be held at Queens Gardens Shepparton with free activities and story times for children to participate in. Each child attending a session will receive a show bag of goodies.
Event organizer
Greater Shepparton City Council
Age group
0 to 6 years
Date & time/s
24 October, 10 am to 10:30 am
24 October, 11 am to 11:30 am
26 October, 10 am to 10:30 am
26 October, 11 am to 11:30 am
Location
Queens Garden
Shepparton 3632
Website
Booking contact name, phone, email
Julie Goodwin
Email julie.goodwin@shepparton.vic.gov.au
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
City of Hobsons Bay
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Event Description
Hobsons Bay City Council invites children and families to enjoy a free, fun and educational calendar of local events and activities that promotes children's wellbeing and healthy development.
Event organizer
Hobsons Bay City Council
Age group
0 to 12 years
Date & time/s
22 October, 10 am to 3 pm - Science drop-in sessions
22 October, 10 am to 12 pm - Art classes
24 October to to 30 October - On-demand Activity Sheet
24 October, 11 am to 11:45 am - Move it 4 Kids
25 October, 11 am to 11:45 am - Move it 4 Kids
26 October, 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm - Marvellous Minibeasts
26 October, 7:30pm to 8:30 pm - Understanding Children's Behaviour - parent webinar
27 October, 7:30pm to 9:30 pm - Raising an Emotionally Intelligent Child Webinar
27 October, 3:34pm to 5:15 pm - Trash Puppets - Puppet Workshop
Location
Various across the municipality
Website
Booking contact name, phone, email
Tienne Smith
Telephone 03 9932 1216
Email earlyyears@hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
City of Hume
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Event Description
Keep Music Alive day aims to promote the value of music. The event will include student performances, instrument petting zoos, drum/guitar/ukulele circles, instrument donation drives, free intro lessons, Bring a Friend to Lesson.
Event organizer
Star of Mesopotamia Inc.
Age group
6 to 12 years
Date & time/s
25 October, 6:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Location
Fr. Emmanuel Khoshaba Hall
93 Somerset Rd
Campbellfield 3061
Booking contact name, phone, email
Marim Elia
Telephone 0421 798 359
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
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Event Description
This event will provide the opportunity for children to experience a sense of identity, belonging and health & wellbeing through linking with community groups and services in the municipality. Families will be exposed to a range of community services and groups which they can learn more about.
Event organizer
Hume City Council
Age group
0 to 12 years
Date & time/s
26 October, 10 am to12 pm
Location
Tanderrum Way
Broadmeadows 3047
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
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Event Description
Come at join the fun at Attwood House's Playgroup! Engage with new friends from your local community and participate in fun activities over our three fun days full of activities. Head to the @Attwoodhouse Facebook Page for further info.
Event organizer
Attwood House Community Centre Assn
Age group
0 to 6 years
Date & time/s
24 October, 9:30 am to 1 pm
25 October, 9:30 am to 1 pm
26 October, 9:30 am to 1 pm
Location
202 Erinbank Cres
Attwood 3049
Website
Booking contact name, phone, email
Sil Cataldo
Telephone 03 9302 2643
Email admin@attwoodhouse.org.au
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
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Event Description
Join a Bush Walk and talk with a Local Elder. Learn about native plants and their traditional uses as food and medicine.
Event organizer
Sunbury Aboriginal Corporation
Age group
0 to 12 years
Date & time/s
23 October, 11 am to 3 pm
Location
Vaughan St
Sunbury 3429
Booking contact name, phone, email
Lucy Webster
Tel: 0406 174 764
Email sunburyaboriginal.efa@gmail.com
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
City of Kingston
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Event Description
Cheltenham Children’s Festival is a free community event offering a range of activities for children and their families including a stage performance, fire engine rides, face-painting, jumping castle, art, craft, and interactive play activities for all children aged 0 -12 years. Everyone welcome!
Event organizer
Cheltenham Community Centre
Age group
0 to 12 years
Date & time/s
22 October, 10 am to 1 pm
Location
Cheltenham Community Centre
8 Chesterville Rd
Cheltenham 3192
Website
Booking contact name, phone, email
Kim Wareham
Telephone 03 9583 0095
Email kimw@chelt.com.au
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
City of Knox
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Event Description
Learn how to make and perform a shadow puppet! In celebration of Children's Week, award winning arts company Lemony S. Puppet Theatre will run workshops teaching the art of making and performing with shadow puppets. Book now for 5 to 8 years and 9 to 12 years.
Event organizer
Eastern Regional Libraries
Age group
5 to 12 years
Date & time/s
26 October, 4 pm to 5:30 pm - 5 to 8 years
27 October, 4 pm to 5:30 pm - 3 to 12 years
Location
Miller's Homestead
Corner Melrose Court and Dorrigo Drive
Boronia 3155
Website
Booking contact name, phone, email
Emma Wallis
Telephone 0474 788 514
Email emma.wallis@erl.vic.gov.au
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
City of Latrobe
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Event Description
The Latrobe City Council Children's Expo is free event that attracts thousands of visitors each year. The expo connects local families with many early years service providers, along with delivering lots of fun activities and entertainment for children throughout the entire day.
Event organizer
Latrobe City Council
Age group
0 to 12 years
Date & time/s
27 October, 1 pm to 6 pm
Location
Gippsland Regional Indoor Sports Stadium
Catterick Crescent
Traralgon 3844
Website
Booking contact name, phone, email
Jacqueline Booth
Phone 0427 056 862
Email jacquie.booth@latrobe.vic.gov.au
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
City of Manningham
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Event Description
Join Park Orchards Community House & Learning Centre and many members of the community for a fantastic afternoon celebrating Children's Week. Meet visiting farm animals, take part in a family yoga session, sing and dance with local musicians and get down and dirty with messy play. Dinner will be provided by the Lions Club of Park Orchards.
Event organizer
Park Orchards Community House & Learning Centre
Age group
0 to 6 years
Date & time/s
27 October, 4:30 pm to 7 pm
Location
Park Orchards Community House & Learning Centre
572 Park Rd
Park Orchards 3114
Website
Booking contact name, phone, email
Pauline Fyffe
Tel: 03 9876 4381
Email: manager@parkorchards.org.au
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
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Event Description
Celebrate Children's Week with the Kids Carnival at Vantage Point there will be music, jumping castles, and all things carnival. Celebrate and have fun whilst promoting equality among all people, abilities, genders, and cultures.
Event organizer
Vantage Point Community
Age group
0 to 12 years
Date & time/s
22 October, 2 pm to 5 pm
Location
320 Reynolds Rd
Donvale 3111
Website
Booking contact name, phone, email
Asha Joseph
Email ajoseph@vantagepoint.church
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
City of Maribyrnong
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Event Description
Maribyrnong City Council is hosting a range of fun and engaging events across the municipality to celebrate Children’s Week, including Junior Ranger Nesting Box Workshops, activities at Braybrook hub, and Loose Parts Play sessions – interactive play activities where children and adults have the freedom to use their imaginations and create using ‘loose parts’.
Event organizer
Maribyrnong City Council
Age group
0 to 12 years
Date & time/s
24 October - Braybrook Community Hub and Library - range of activities 24 October to 28 October, including Burmese Bilingual Story Time, Playgroup Activities, MCH Outreach Session, Cycling with Children Information Session
24 October - Maribyrnong Junior Ranger Program - Bird Nesting Boxes week day TBC, Newells Paddock, Footscray
24 October - Maribyrnong Junior Ranger Program, Nesting Box Workshop, Cruickshank Park, Yarraville weekend date TBC
25 October, 10 am to 11:30 am - Loose Parts Play Session - Nudel Cart with facilitator, Footscray Library Courtyard
26 October, 10 am to 11:30 am - Loose Parts Play session - Imagination Playground, Yarraville Pop Up Park
26 October, 3 pm to 4:30 pm - Loose Parts Play session - Imagination Playground, Pipemakers Park
Location
Footscray Library
56 Paisley St
Footscray 3011
Website
Booking contact name, phone, email
Linda Harman
Tel: 03 9688 0211
Email linda.harman@maribyrnong.vic.gov.au
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
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Event Description
West Footscray Neighbourhood House is hosting three activities for Children's Week. Activities include a Teddy Bears Picnic at West Footscray Neighbourhood House, a Messy Play and Big Games Day held at Maidstone Child and Family Centre and a Music and Drama activity held at Angliss Neighbourhood House.
Event organizer
West Footscray Neighbourhood House Association
Age group
0 to 6 years
Date & time/s
24 October, 1 pm to 3 pm
24 October, 11 am to 12 pm
25 October, 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm
Location
Maidstone Child and Family Centre-Corner Burns and Sonley St Maidstone and Angliss Neighbourhood
House- 2/11 Vipont St Footscray1/539 Barkly St
West Footscray 3012
Booking contact name, phone, email
Tania Jorquera
Tel: 0481 843 225
Email programs@wfnh.com.au
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
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Event Description
Play in the early years provides the foundation for strong mental and physical health. Tweddle's Play and Learning session will offer parents, carers and their babies and toddlers with an educational and fun workshop using evidence based play activities. Facilitators will model play ideas and share insights and observations.
Event organizer
Tweddle Child and Family Health Service
Age group
6 to 12 years
Date & time/s
26 October, 10 am to 11.30 am
Website
Booking contact name, phone, email
Gottliebsen Gottliebsen
Phone 03 9689 1577
Email kerrie.gottliebsen@tweddle.org.au
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
City of Maroondah
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Event Description
Explore your child's growing independence and help them nurture their confidence with three fun activities. A free morning tea will be provided alongside COVID safe, hands-on activities for both you and your children.
Event organizer
Glen Park Community Centre
Age group
0 to 6 years
Date & time/s
28 October, 9:30 am to 11:30 am
Location
Glen Park Community Centre
30 Glen Park Rd
Bayswater North 3153
Website
Booking contact name, phone, email
Payton Downey
Phone 03 9720 5097
Email office@glenparkcc.com.au
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
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Event Description
A hands-on, spoons-out, peelers-up, chip-chop-tastic workshop making funky fresh food to wow your taste-buds and power your body. A fun afternoon for 9-12yr old's making, eating and learning about healthy food and drinks as well as giving back to the community through making soup for the local community meals program!
Event organizer
Ringwood Church of Christ
Age group
9 to 12 years
Date & time/s
27 October, 4 pm to 6 pm
Location
Ringwood Church of Christ
13 Bedford Road
Ringwood 3134
Website
Booking contact name, phone, email
Tiffany Gilmour
Phone 03 9870 8169
Email office@ringwoodchurch.org.au
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
-
Event Description
To celebrate Children's Week, we're inviting Maroondah children and their families to join us outside for pop-up Nature Play events. There will be craft activities and songs. Bookings essential
Event organizer
Maroondah City Council
Age group
2 to 6 years
Date & time/s
27 October, 10:30 am to 12 pm
27 October, 1 pm to 2:30 pm
Location
Warrien Reserve
Croydon 3136
Website
Booking contact name, phone, email
Cathie Wills
Email childrens.services.events@maroondah.vic.gov.au
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
City of Melbourne
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Event Description
Join the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers) in Australia Inc to cook and share meals together with children of all ages and socio-cultural backgrounds. Learn to bake bread and cook new foods, then paint, draw and reflect on these diverse experiences as a group.
Event organizer
The Religious Society of Friends (Quakers) in Australia Inc.
Age group
0 to 12 years
Date & time/s
22 October, 11 am to 3 pm
23 October, 12 pm to 3 pm
29 October, 11 am to 3 pm
30 October, 12 pm to 3 pm
Location
484 William Street
West Melbourne 3003
Website
Booking contact name, phone, email
Maxine Cooper
Phone 0408 934 482
Email maxineclaire.cooper@gmail.com
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
Other: Both in person and online if possible
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Event Description
Join the Melbourne Community Toy Library to play together and celebrate Children's Week! Melbourne Community Toy Library will be creating magical worlds, telling stories and bringing out some new toys for the occasion.
Event organizer
Melbourne Community Toy Library
Age group
0 to 3 years
Location
The Hub
Docklands 3000
Website
Booking contact name, phone, email
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
-
Event Description
Follow the clues! ACMI's animation discovery trail will take learners deep into the centrepiece exhibition The Story of the Moving Image. Create animated flip books and thaumatropes.
Event organizer
ACMI (Australian Centre for the Moving Image)
Age group
6 to 12 years
Date & time/s
24 October, 10 am to 3 pm
This special activity will be available to all young people under 12 who visit during Children's Week. Members of the public with children can engage in the activity between 12 pm and 5 pm each weekday without having to book.25 October, 10 am to 3 pm
This special activity will be available to all young people under 12 who visit during Children's Week. Members of the public with children can engage in the activity between 12 pm and 5 pm each weekday without having to book.26 October, 10 am to 3 pm
This special activity will be available to all young people under 12 who visit during Children's Week. Members of the public with children can engage in the activity between 12 pm and 5 pm each weekday without having to book.27 October, 10 am to 3 pm
This special activity will be available to all young people under 12 who visit during Children's Week. Members of the public with children can engage in the activity between 12 pm and 5 pm each weekday without having to book.28 October, 10 am to 3 pm
This special activity will be available to all young people under 12 who visit during Children's Week. Members of the public with children can engage in the activity between 12 pm and 5 pm each weekday without having to book.Location
ACMI
Melbourne 3000
Website
Booking contact name, phone, email
Noah Lowry
Tel: 03 8663 2447
Email education@acmi.net.au
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
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Event Description
Kids, come and join Parkville Gardens 'Amazing (not really a) Race'. Bring your running shoes and your thinking caps to complete the course's puzzles and challenges while you find the clues around the wetlands and sports fields off Oak Street, Parkville! Suits ages 5 to 12 years.
Event organizer
Parkville Gardens Residents Association Inc.
Age group
6 to 12 years
Date & time/s
23 October, 10 am to 11 am
Location
Ross Straw Field Pavilion, Trin Warren Tam Boore and sports fields.
Oak St
Parkville 3052
Booking contact name, phone, email
Faye Ryan
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
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Event Description
During Children’s Week we’re running several free events for children and families to support their health and wellbeing, including storytime, sing-alongs, and art activities. There’s something for everyone, see our events to connect with other children and families across the city. Grab a friend and join in the fun.
Event organizer
City of Melbourne
Age group
0-12 years
Date & time/s
various
Location
Ross Straw Field Pavilion, Trin Warren Tam Boore and sports fields.
Oak St
Parkville 3052
Website
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
City of Melton
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Event Description
Celebrate Children's Week and come along to a free family fun events hosted by Melton City Council - with arts and crafts, sports and outdoor play, there's something for everyone to enjoy!
Event organizer
Melton City Council
Age group
0 to 6 years and 6 to 12 years
Date & time/s
25 October, 10 am to 12:30 pm
27 October, 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm
Location
Melton Community Hall
238 High St
Melton 3337
Website
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
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Event Description
Syriac Children Entertainment day gives Syriac Community children who fled their countries as refugees due to discrimination and persecution, an opportunity to come together to play and connect with other children and have a day of fun and joy under supervision of adults including some parents.
Event organizer
Socio-Cultural Syriac Inc. Association
Age group
2 to13 years
Date & time/s
22 October, 11 am to 4 pm
Website
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
City of Monash
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Event Description
Teddy bears have disappeared into the bush, and are lost and may be hurt.
Come along to this FREE event and help us search for and rescue all teddy bears in the Teddy Bear Search and Rescue Mission.
After the teddies are found, there will be songs and stories with the teddies. When they are better, you can take them home.
No bookings necessary.
Event organizer
Monash City Council
Age group
0 to 6 years
Date & time/s
25 October, 10 am to 12 pm
Location
Valley Reserve
Waimarie Dr
Mount Waverley 3149
Website
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
City of Moonee Valley
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Event Description
Children from the Flemington Towers can come together to celebrate the unique contributions children make to their community, maintain their cultural background and enjoy art exhibitions, traditional dance, music, song and BBQ.
Event organizer
Multicultural Sudanese Centre
Age group
0 to 12 years
Date & time/s
23 October, 5 pm to 9 pm
29 October, 5 pm to 9 pm
30 October, 5 pm to 9 pm
Location
12 Holland Ct
Flemington 3031
Website
Booking contact name, phone, email
Elhadi Abass
Phone 0423 945 548
Email sudanesecentre@gmail.com
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
-
Event Description
Families of twins, triplets and higher order multiples are invited to celebrate Children's Week 2022 at Essendon Traffic School. Come along with bikes and scooters and enjoy learning about traffic safety, as well as a BBQ and the chance to meet other multiple birth families.
Event organizer
Northern and Inner Multiple Birth Association Inc
Age group
0 to 12 years
Date & time/s
30 October, 10 am to 2 pm
Location
Essendon Traffic School
Essendon 3040
Website
Booking contact name, phone, email
Moonee Valley City Council
Phone 03 9243 8888
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
-
Event Description
Moonee Valley City Council presents a series of virtual parent sessions that cover Moonee Valley City Council’s commitment to prioritising children's wellbeing and protection wherever they are in the municipality.
Event organizer
Moonee Valley City Council
Age group
0 to 12 years
Date & time/s
24 October, 7 pm to 9 pm
25 October, 7 pm to 9 pm
Location
9 Kellaway Ave
Moonee Ponds 3039
Website
Booking contact name, phone, email
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
virtual / online
City of Moreland
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Event Description
Join the Association for Vietnamese Cultures Studies for a Lantern Parade Festival, to lighten the hearts of our lanterneers, dear friends, community, family and friends afar. Starting with full moon story telling, followed by performing arts and the lantern parade.
Event organizer
Association for Vietnamese Cultures Studies
Age group
0 to 12 years
Date & time/s
23 October, 5 pm to 7 pm
Location
51 Mitchell St
Brunswick 3056
Booking contact name, phone, email
Mai Nguyen
Phone 0438 933 923
Email vietnamese.culture.studies@gmail.com
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
-
Event Description
Join Brunswick Neighbourhood House for a morning of feasting, music, dance and crafts! Children and parents are invited to bring a plate of food to share at our multicultural feast and take part in a crafts activity in our fun and inclusive mariachi workshop.
Event organizer
Brunswick Neighbourhood House Co-Operative Limited
Age group
2 to 6 years
Date & time/s
29 October, 10 am to 12 pm
Location
Warr Park De Carle Street
Brunswick 3056
Website
Booking contact name, phone, email
Phone 03 9386 9418
Email info@bnhc.vic.edu.au
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
Children’s Week Events in City of Port Phillip
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Event Description
The Elwood Children’s Festival includes an interactive art exhibition, a clay and natural object table, Playdoh table and Garden Games activities including sack races, egg and spoon races and cornhole boards.
Event organizer
Elwood Toy Library
Age group
0 to 6 years
Date & time/s
23 October, 10 am to 1 pm
Location
Chicken Park Playground
Behind the Elwood St Kilda Neighborhood Learning Centre
Elwood 3184
Website
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
-
Event Description
Come along and sing with ABRISA to learn songs your parents sang when they were young. It is a great opportunity celebrate diversity, share country of origin and try Brazilian food.
Event organizer
ABRISA - Brazilian Association for the Development and Interaction of Immigrants in Australia
Age group0 to 12 years
Date & time/s
22 October, 10:30 am to 1:30 pm
Location
252 Richardson St
Middle Park 3206
Website
Booking contact name, phone, email
Ana Claudia Leite
Email cultura@abrisa.org.au
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
City of Stonnington
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Event Description
Celebrate Children's Week at Prahran Community Learning Centre - learn how to have fun preparing and eating healthy snacks, have fun dressing up with a library visit, and enjoy a craft session with one of our qualified art teachers.
Event organizer
Prahran Community Learning Centre
Age group
0 to 3 years
Date & time/s
24 October, 1 pm 2 pm - Making and eating healthy snacks
26 October, 11 am to 12 pm - Dress up and book read
27 October, 11 am 12 pm - Get crafty with making mobiles
Location
40 Grattan St
Prahran 3181
Website
Booking contact name, phone, email
Irene Ly
Phone 03 9510 7052
Email admin@pclcentre.org.au
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
-
Event Description
The Stonnington Toy Library's Fun & Play Day celebrates Children's Week. Families with children aged 0-6 years are invited to play with farm animals, large toys and games and other sensory and craft activities, and a baby play zone.
Event organizer
Stonnington Toy Library Incorporated
Age group
0 to 6 years
Date & time/s
22 October, 9 am to 1 pm
Location
1 Winter St
Malvern 3144
Website
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
-
Event Description
Celebrate Children's week at Phoenix Park Neighbourhood House. A fun morning with a farmyard theme where families can experience real furry friends, or join a musical storytelling adventure with Gumnut Music. The morning is FREE for families to enjoy a fun, engaging and educational experience in your local neighbourhood.
Event organizer
Phoenix Park Neighbourhood House Inc.
Age group
0 to 12 years
Date & time/s
22 October, 9 am to 12 pm
22 October, 9:30 am to 10:15 am
22 October, 10:30 am to 11:15 am
Location
22 Rob Roy Rd
Malvern East 3145
Website
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
City of Warrnambool
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Event Description
Flagstaff Hill Maritime Village invites you to "Prams to Preps". Celebrate Children's Week on 26 October 2022 and experience the maritime village and the vibrancy of the 1800s from a child’s perspective. Enjoy traditional games, craft activities, learn about protecting penguins and meet the Maremma dogs that guard the Little Penguins on Middle Island in Warrnambool.
Event organizer
Flagstaff Hill Maritime Village
Age group
0 to 6 years
Date & time/s
26 October, 10 am to 1 pm
Location
89 Merri St
Warrnambool 3280
Website
Booking contact name, phone, email
Jan Barkla
Phone 03 5559 4600
Email jbarkla@warrnambool.vic.gov.au
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
City of Whittlesea
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Event Description
Ignite your child’s imagination at this ever-popular children’s week FREE event. Bring the kids along for an afternoon of children’s entertainment featuring live entertainment and interactive activities.
Event organizer
City of Whittlesea
Age group
0 to 12 years
Date & time/s
23 October, 12 pm to 3 pm
Location
Mill Park All Abilities Space Playground
Morang Dr
Mill Park 3082
Booking contact name, phone, email
Cappello Cappello
Phone 0418 504 750
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
City of Wodonga
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Event Description
The “I Am Me” project will support primary school students in regional Victoria to engage with concepts of positive self-identity, sense of belonging and security. Delivered through art-based wellbeing sessions, students will create self-reflective pieces that will feature in an art exhibition and an extensive social media campaign.
Event organizer
Upper Murray Family Care Inc
Age group
6 to 12 years
Date & time/s
24 October,10 am to 12 pm
25 October,10 am to 12 pm
26 October,10 am to 12 pm
28 October, 12 pm to 3 pm
Website
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
City of Wyndham
-
Event Description
Messy & Sensory Play with Jamieson Way Community Centre - Come along for some ooey gooey, icky sticky and squishy fun! Children aged 1-5 years can explore and experiment with different objects, materials, textures and sensations at their own pace.
Event organizer
Jamieson Way Community Centre
Age group
1 to 5 years
Date & time/s
26 October, 1 pm to 1.45 pm
Location
59 Jamieson Way
Point Cook 3030
Website
Booking contact name, phone, email
Phone 03 9395 3777
Email admin@jamiesonwaycc.org.au
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
-
Event Description
Karuna Children's Week Festival celebrates the Myanmar refugee communities' diverse culture, art, and history through traditional performance arts including singing, dancing, and musical instruments.
Event organizer
Karuna Compassion in Action
Age group
0 to 12 years
Date & time/s
22 October, 10 am to 5 pm
Location
5 Pine Ave
Werribee 3030
Booking contact name, phone, email
Nathan Buckley
Phone 0435 868 982
Email karunainaction@gmail.com
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
-
Event Description
A fun Barbecue day for local kids and their families to come together to participate in sports and a range of activities.
Event organizer
Western African Cultural Association
Age group
0 to 12 years
Date & time/s
29 October, 1 pm to 5 pm
Location
Mossfiel Dr
Hoppers Crossing 3029
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
City of Yarra
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Event Description
Come and enjoy our piece of paradise and get back to nature. Spend the day at the Collingwood Children's Farm creating lasting memories with friends and family...meet the farm animals, relax and have a picnic, enjoy the views and stroll amongst paddocks and gardens.
Event organizer
Yarra City Council
Age group
0 to 12 years
Date & time/s
26 October, 10 am 2 pm
Location
Collingwood Children's Farm
St Heliers St
Abbotsford 3067
Website
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
-
Event Description
Join North Carlton Railway Neighbourhood House for some fun and friendship at the old railway station in Princes Hill! Take part in a variety of fun activities and enjoy a delicious afternoon tea with other children from the local community
Event organizer
North Carlton Railway Neighbourhood House
Age group
6 to 12 years
Date & time/s
27 October, 3:30 pm 5:30 pm
Location
20 Solly Ave
Princes Hill 3054
Website
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
-
Event Description
It's magical watching our Children grow and observe the world around them. Our interactive workshop will engage Children in a variety of activities to help them develop their understanding of sustainability, health and self-expression. Children will participate in an art project, story-time, planting their own produce and a Zumba class!
Event organizer
Holden Street Neighbourhood House
Age group
0 to 12 years
Date & time/s
29 October, 9.30 am to 12 pm
Location
Holden Street Neighbourhood House
128 Holden Street
North Fitzroy 3068
Website
Booking contact name, phone, email
Bella Engelander
Phone 03 9489 9929
Email programs@holdenstreet.org.au
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
-
Event Description
Bush Playtime is a series of 3 events that creates an opportunity for families with young children to "discover" nature. Children and their families will be encouraged to be creative and use their imaginations as they explore the natural setting of Burnley Park.
Event organizer
Richmond Community Learning Centre Inc
Age group
0 to 3 years
Date & time/s
24 October, 10 am to 11:30 am
26 October, 10am to 11:30 am
28 October, 11 am to 12:30 am
Location
Park Grv
Burnley 3121
Website
Booking contact name, phone, email
Phone 03 9428 9901
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
-
Event Description
It's a party and you're invited! Collingwood Toy Library is marking our 30th birthday with an open day that celebrates the toy library's role in supporting children's wellbeing and healthy development. Entertainment will include children's performers and opportunities to connect and explore new play experiences.
Event organizer
Collingwood Toy Library
Age group
0 to 12 years
Date & time/s
29 October, 10 am to 12pm
Location
Cnr Lulie and Abbot Street
Abbotsford 3067
Website
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
-
Event Description
Come and bake with the Highrise Community Bakery bakers! See what goes into our famous focaccia and other baked goodies as we mix, knead and bake together in the beautiful wood fired oven located in the flourishing Fitzroy community garden. A hands on treat for the whole family!
Event organizer
Cultivating Community
Age group
6 to 12 years
Date & time/s
26 October, 10.30 am to 12.30 pm
Location
125 Napier St
Fitzroy 3065
Booking contact name, phone, email
Peta Christensen
Phone 0411 899 618
Email peta@cultivatingcommunity.org.au
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
-
Event Description
Come along to Junior Paddlers Day! Junior paddlers aged 6-12 from across Victoria are invited to come together for a fun-filled day of paddling games, technique training and races on the Yarra River designed just for you! Equipment provided. Booking essential.
Event organizer
Paddle Victoria (Marathon Committee)
Age group
6 to 12 years
Date & time/s
29 OCtober, 9 am to 3 pm
Location
INCC Boathouse, Fairfield Park
Fairfield 3078
Website
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
Colac Otway Shire
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Event Description
Colac Otway Shire community is invited to the annual children's week activities up in Colac's beautiful botanical gardens. Come and enjoy interacting with some reptiles and bugs. Dance up a storm with the local dance school or be creative with some art and craft activities
Event organizer
Colac Otway Shire Council
Age group
0 to 6 years
Date & time/s
27 October, 10 am to 2 pm
Location
Colac Botanical Gardens
Colac 3250
Website
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
-
Event Description
Calling all little growers and plant-lovers to the nursery!
Join us for a fun-filled day in the Southern Otway Landcare Network nursery with your family as we learn about plants, what helps them to grow & the best ones to encourage birds and bees to your garden.
Event organizer
Southern Otway Landcare Network
Age group
6 to 12 years
Date & time/s
22 October, 10 am to 1 pm
Location
125 Montrose Ave
Apollo Bay 3233
Website
Booking contact name, phone, email
Andrea de Kauwe
Tel: 0448 555 060
Email andrea.landcare@soln.org
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
Golden Plains Shire
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Event Description
Join Haddon Community Learning Centre Inc. and Creative ‘Trick of the Eye 3D Chalk,’ artist, Jimmi Buscombe for ‘hands-on’ craft activities to celebrate Children's Week! Be part of this creative community experience and see Jimmi and the children apply ‘magic’ to the front entrance of the Learning Centre.
Event organizer
Haddon Community Learning Centre Inc.
Age group
0 to 12 years
Date & time/s
22 October, 10 am to 2 pm
22 October,10:30 am to 12 pm
22 October, 10:30 am to 12 pm
22 October, 12 pm to 2 pm
22 October, 1 pm to 2 pm
22 October, 1 pm to 2 pm
Location
Haddon Community Learning Centre
396 Sago Hill Road,
Haddon 3351
Website
Booking contact name, phone, email
Joan Coker
Phone 03 5342 7050
Email manager@haddonlearning.org.au
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
City of Swan Hill
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Event Description
Roving Storytime takes children on a guided walk along Swan Hill's main street, singing nursery rhymes, reading stories and introduces them to 'places we go and people we meet'. Children will learn about local landmarks, businesses and organisations along the way. Roving Storytime is an interactive guided walk with lots of fun activities, people and places to visit and even a guest appearance from Captain Koala!
Event organizer
Swan Hill Regional Library
Age group
0 to 6 years
Date & time/s
26 October, 10 am to 12 pm
Location
53 Campbell St
Swan Hill 3585
Website
Booking contact name, phone, email
Kellie Carlo
(03) 5036 2480
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
Pyrenees Shire
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Event Description
Come one and all to help Pyrenees Shire Council celebrate Children's Week 2022. On Wednesday 26th of October, 2022 at Avoca Preschool joint the fun with Hey Dee Ho to dance and sing.
Event organizer
Pyrenees Shire Council
Age group
0 to 6 years
Date & time/s
26 October, 10:30 am to 12:30 pm
Location
22 Liebig St
Avoca 3467
Website
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
Rural City of Horsham
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Event Description
Animals of Oz come to Horsham is a chance to see some amazing animals, play with friends and enjoy morning and celebrate Children's Week at the Hub
Event organizer
Horsham Rural City Council
Age group
2 to 6 years
Date & time/s
24 October, 9:30 am to 10:30 am
24 October, 11 am to 12 pm
Location
Horsham Rural City Council
24 Kalkee Rd
Horsham 3400
Website
Booking contact name, phone, email
Cassandra Kelly
Phone 0418 661 243
Email cassandra.kelly@hrcc.vic.gov.au
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
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Event Description
Horsham Neighbourhood House Inc in conjunction with Casey Kosch First Training and Your Family Vet, present an Animal and Human First Aid class for children aged 9 to 13 years. Children will learn basic First Aid for humans and for their pets/animals. We hope to run or two sessions depending on uptake by participants.
Event organizer
Horsham Neighbourhood House Inc
Age group
6 to 12 years
Location
Horsham Neighbourhood House
13 Robin St
Horsham 3400
Website
Booking contact name, phone, email
Casey Kosch
Phone 0408 613 309
Email caseykoschfat@bigpond.com
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
Rural City of Mildura
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Event Description
Join CHAILIS for a Family Fun Day at the Mildura Race Course - October 23rd 2022 11am to 4pm.
Event organizer
Operation CHAILIS Inc
Age group
Other: 0-18 years
Date & time/s
23 October, 11 am to 4 pm
Location
516 Cureton Ave
Nichols Point 3501
Website
Booking contact name, phone, email
Jo Rodda
Phone 0400 697 868
Email info@chailis.org.au
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
Rural City of Wangaratta
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Event Description
A Multicultural Picnic where children can share experiences with friends from around the world, with exciting activities, demonstrating and displays as well as interesting food and drinks. Activities include bouncing castle, face painting, emergency services, police, ambulance, fire brigade, dancing demonstration from different ethnic group, martial arts, kite flying, shuttle board, Finska and Bocc.
Event organizer
North East Multicutural Association
Age group
0 to 12 years
Date & time/s
29 October, 11 am to 2 pm
Location
King George V Garden,
Ovens Street
Wangaratta 3677
Website
Booking contact name, phone, email
Robert Chatfield
Email nema@nema.org.au
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
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Event Description
Join Wangaratta Rural City Council and community organisations at Lions Park Wangaratta to celebrate Children's Week, foster partnerships with families and take part in activies and a sausage sizzle.
Event organizer
Wangaratta Rural City Council
Date & time/s
26 October, 10 am to 12 pm
Location
Tone Rd
Wangaratta 3677
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
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Event Description
Wangaratta Community Toy Library are providing Take home wellbeing packs for children during Children's Week. Packs include a range of activities that encourage childhood wellbeing including mindfulness, gratitude, emotional awareness and sensory strategies for stress management. Each pack will contain instructions for parental support, benefit for each type of activity, ways to incorporate activities into every day life and a selection of resources and sensory ingredients to get children started.
Event organizer
Wangaratta Community Toy Library
Age group
0 ot 12 years
Date & time/s
22 October, 10 am to 12 pm
Location
Wangaratta Community Toy Library
Cnr Burke & White Streets
Wangaratta 3677
Website
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
Other: Take home packs
Shire of Baw Baw
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Event Description
An interactive event aimed at children connecting with their parent/carers and other children in our community. The event is focused on playing and learning in a safe environment and will include sensory activities, story time, craft, messy play and face painting.
Event organizer
Baw Baw Shire Council
Age group
0 to 6 years
Date & time/s
25 October, 10 am to 1 pm
Location
12 George St
Warragul 3820
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
Shire of Buloke
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Event Description
Come along for fun and games at your local park that will get the energy flowing and smiles glowing! Lots of fun, free activities and healthy morning tea to fuel growing bodies and minds! Come and join East Wimmera Health Service and our partners for Children’s Week fun and frivolity!
Event organizer
East Wimmera Health Service
Age group
0 to 12 years
Date & time/s
28 October, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm - Memorial Park, Donald
Booking contact name, phone, email
Stacey Keller
Tel: 0467 746 606
Email stacey.keller@ewhs.org.au
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
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Event Description
Children's Week 2022! is a perfect time to exploring your back yard. The Donald Learning Group Inc. will provide take-home messy play packs for children aged 0-6 years. Each pack will contain colouring crayons, coloured rice, play dough, lara koala water plates, small toys, and lollies. There will be a picture competion - pictures will be displayed on the Donald Learning Group Inc window and certificates awarded to 1st, 2nd & 3rd.
Event organizer
Donald Learning Group Inc
Age group
0 to 6 years
Date & time/s
26 October, 9.30 am
Location
31 Woods St
Donald 3480
Website
Booking contact name, phone, email
Charmaine Delaney
Phone 0354971707
Email donaldlearninggroupinc@iinet.net.au
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
Other: Bags
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Event Description
Join musician, entertainer and ventriloquist CJ as he and his puppets perform an entertaining show featuring songs, comedy, catchy lyrics and dance moves.
Event organizer
Birchip Neighbourhood House
Age group
0 to 6 years
Date & time/s
28 October, 10 am to 12 pm
Location
Birchip Shire Hire
Cumming Ave
Birchip 3483
Website
Booking contact name, phone, email
CJ
Email support@crowdpleaser.com.au
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
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Event Description
Join Charlton Neighbourhood House for a very special family Storytime celebrating Children’s Week 2022. Healthy snacks will be provided for the children, and age-appropriate books (from Australian authors where possible) will be given away. Everyone welcome.
Event organizer
Charlton Neighbourhood House
Age group
0 to 12 years
Date & time/s
25 October, 09:30 am to 12:30 pm
Location
Charlton Library, Shire Hall
9 Armstrong Street
Website
Booking contact name, phone, email
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
-
Event Description
Come and have fun and express yourself creatively painting with watercolours at a workshop with acclaimed local artist Paul Oswin! Create a portrait, native animal or something meaningful to you with your friends from the community! Contribute to a large group artwork to be displayed to the local community!
Event organizer
Wycheproof Community Resource Centre Inc
Age group
6 to 12 years
Date & time/s
22 October, 10 am to 1 pm
Location
280 Broadway
Wycheproof 3527
Website
Booking contact name, phone, email
Tina Jones
Phone 03 54937455
Email mwcrc@wycheproofcrc.org.au
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
Shire of Campaspe
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Event Description
Supporting positive vibes for a healthy development includes a range of activities that support school students to develop skills in mindfulness such as gratitude and positive thinking. Activities include creating a glass stained kite sun catcher in the classroom and creating a classroom gratitude tree.
Event organizer
Kyabram District Health Service
Age group
6 to 2 years
Date & time/s
25 October, 10 am to 12 pm
Location
Tongala Primary School
28 Miller St
Tongala 3621
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
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Event Description
Children's Week events are back in Campaspe - Join the Early Years activities in your local parks.
Details available on Campaspe Shire Council Facebook page.
Event organizer
Campaspe Shire Council
Age group
0 to 6 years
Date & time/s
24 October, 10am to 12 pm - Wirima in Rotary Park, Rochester
25 October, 10 am to 12 pm - Echuca East Open Space
27 October, 10 am to 12 pm - John Pilley Reserve Kyabram Fauna Park
Location
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
Shire of Cardinia
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Event Description
Cockatoo Community House are offering free creative expression classes for children aged 6-12 years over Children's week. Immerse yourself in Creative Arts and Dance and find your passion through creative movement or creative expression. Learn to put together a original dance routine, or make an original piece of art.
Bookings are essential
Event organizer
Taskforce Community Agency
Age group
6 to 12 years
Date & time/s
25 October, 4 pm to 6 pm
26 October, 4 pm to 6 pm
27 October , 4 pm to 6 pm
Location
23 Bailey Rd
Cockatoo 3781
Website
Booking contact name, phone, email
Lisa Sawatzky
Tel: 03 5968 9031
Email cch@taskforce.org.au
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
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Event Description
To celebrate Children's Week Racing Hearts Therapy will host an open day at our new property in Pakenham. Children aged 8 years and above are invited to experience an equine assisted therapy session to learn life skills and grounding techniques in the presence of our beautiful retired racehorses
Event organizer
Racing Hearts Therapy Incorporated
Age group
6 years old and above
Date & time/s
25 October, 10 am to 11:30 am
25 October, 12 pm to 1:30 pm
Location
3215 Ballarto Rd
Pakenham South 3810
Website
Booking contact name, phone, email
Penny Takenaga
Mobile 0425723984
Email schools@racinghearts.com.au
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
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Event Description
Free Family Fun Event – Children’s Week 2022. Come along and join ParentZone Hub staff and volunteers at our free Children’s Week family fun event and celebration. Free activities including arts and crafts, games and fun for all the family
Event organizer
Anglicare Victoria
Age group
0 to 12 years
Date & time/s
28 October, 3.30 pm to 5.30 pm
Location
ParentZone Hub
Pakenham 3810
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
Shire of East Gippsland
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Event Description
Come along and have a fun time listening to stories singing songs and Creating a craft, Children will also get an opportunity to meet Bluey.
Event organizer
East Gippsland Shire Council
Age group
0 to 6 years
Date & time/s
28 October, 11 am to 12 pm
Location
Bairnsdale Library
22 Service St
Bairnsdale 3875
Website
Booking contact name, phone, email
Kylie Pinkerton
Phone 0351524225
Email library@egipps.vic.gov.au
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
Shire of Hepburn
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Event Description
Central Highlands Rural Health in partnership with the Creswick Neighbourhood Centre will facilitate two children-centred events/sessions which include:
- School-based event - facilitated physical activity and nutrition activities/games
- ‘Children’s Zone’ at the Creswick Market - children and their families can be active, play, interact, and be exposed to local services.
Event organizer
Central Highlands Rural Health
Age group
0 to 12 years
Date & time/s
22 October, 9 am-1 pm - Creswick Community Market 'children's zone'
25 October, 9:30 am to 11 am - School based event
Location
21/19 Victoria Street
Creswick 3363
Website
Booking contact name, phone, email
Anne Fraser
Tel: 0455 605 006
Email: anna.fraser@indigoshire.vic.gov.au
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
Shire of Hindmarsh
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Event Description
Join in the fun at Hindmarsh Shire Libraries this Children's Week with Jess from Young Expressions. Create with washi tape, play with your friends and make memories for you to take home. A FREE event for all families and will take place at Dimboola, Nhill, Jeparit and Rainbow libraries.
Event organizer
Hindmarsh Shire Council
Age group0 to 12 years
Date & time/s
24 October, 9:30 am to 12pm - Jeparit Library
26 October,9:30 am to 12pm - Rainbow Library
27 October, 2:30 pm-5pm - Nhill Library
28 October, 9:30 am-12pm - Dimboola Library
Location
Hindmarsh Shire Libraries Dimboola Branch
101 Lloyd Street
Dimboola 3414
Website
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
Shire of Indigo
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Event Description
Indigo Shire Council are hosting Greet and Meet Picnics throughout the Shire. Join the picnics for special story time, sing along with a special guest, games and free play. A healthy food snack will be provided, a coffee van and other family fun!
Event organizer
Indigo Shire Council
Age group
0 to 6 years
Date & time/s
24 October, 11 am to 1 pm
25 October, 11 am to 1 pm
26 October, 11 am to 1 pm
27 October, 11 am to 1 pm
Location
Booking contact name, phone, email
Anna Fraser
Tel: 0455 605 006
Email anna.fraser@indigoshire.vic.gov.au
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
Shire of Macedon Ranges
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Event Description
Learn, connect and play with all your senses at Sunbury and Cobaw Community Health's Children's Sensory Play Day in Woodend. Children can explore a range of play activities with all their senses and will be encouraged to choose a play activity that best suits their interests, health, developmental and wellbeing needs.
Event organizer
Sunbury and Cobaw Community Health
Age group
0 to 6 years
Date & time/s
26 October, 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm
Location
49 Forest St
Woodend 3442
Website
Booking contact name, phone, email
Nicola Dunn
Mobile 0491088586
Email Nicola.Dunn@scchc.org.au
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
-
Event Description
Ever wondered what a town that looks after itself looks like? Children that live in Riddells Creek between the ages of 6-12 are invited to come along during Children's Week to take an experimental and creative journey to find out what a Resilient Riddell looks like to them.
Event organizer
Riddells Creek Neighbourhood House Inc
Age group
6 to 12 years
Date & time/s
24 October, 3:45pm to 5 pm
27 October,3:45 pm to 5 pm
29 October, 10 am to 11:30 am
Location
59 Main Road
Riddells Creek 3431
Website
Booking contact name, phone, email
Celia Spykers
Phone 035428 7836
Email coordinator@riddellscreeknh.com.au
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
Shire of Mitchell
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Event Description
Join Kilmore Community Centre for lunch on 26 and 27 October 2022 to celebrate the diversity of the community. Bring a plate that reflects your families' food traditions and culture and join Kimore Community Centre to reflect on how best to save money on providing nutritious food for a child's wellbeing and healthy development.
Event organizer
Kilmore and District Community Group Inc.
Age group
0 to 6 years
Date & time/s
26 October, 10:30 am to 2 pm
27 October, 10:30 pm to 2 pm
Location
Kilmore And District Community Group Inc
38 Victoria Pde
Kilmore 3764
Booking contact name, phone, email
Madeleine Finnigan
Phone 035782 2319
Email madeleine@kilmorecommunitycentre.net.au
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
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Event Description
Radio comes to you' invites Grade 5 and 6 students at Pyalong Primary School, Upper Plenty Primary School and Willowmavin Primary to go ON AIR with local Community Radio Station OKR FM.
Event organizer
Mitchell Community Radio Inc
Age group
10 to 12 years
Date & time/s
25 October, 11:30 am to 1:30 pm - Pyalong
26 October, 11:30 am to 1:30 pm - Willowmavin
28 October, 11:30 am to 1:30 pm - Upper Plenty
Location
10 Bourke St
Pyalong 3521
Website
Booking contact name, phone, email
Mark Perrott
Tel: 0436331395
Email info@okrfm.com.au
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
-
Event Description
FamilyCare invites children to enter this year's Children's Week Colouring Competition with fantastic prizes for the whole family to enjoy! Colouring sheets can be collected from OurPlace at Seymour P12, Greater Beveridge Community Centre and 3756EarlyHelp in Wallan. Entrants will be displayed at each of these sites during Children's Week.
Event organizer
Goulburne Valley Family Care Inc
Age group
0 to12 years
Date & time/s
25 October, 11 am to 12 pm
26 October, 11 am to 12 pm
27 October, 11 am to 12 pm
Location
Greater Beveridge Community Centre
Beveridge 3753
Website
Booking contact name, phone, email
Exell Exell
Mobile 0418 549 155
Email rexell@familycare.net.au
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
-
Event Description
Mitchell Shire Council invites children aged 2-6 years to join Mindful Movement Sessions - a fun way to develop the cognitive and physical skills needed to become confident and involved learners and empower us to be in charge of our own health and physical wellbeing.
Event organizer
Mitchell Shire Council
Age group
2 to 6 years
Date & time/s
24 October, 10 am to 12 pm
25 October, 10 am to 12 pm
26 October, 10 am to 12 pm
28 October, 10 am to 12 pm
Location
113 High St
Broadford 3658
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
Other: During Kindergarten sessions
Shire of Moira
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Event Description
Play in the park with NCN Health. Enjoy a range of children's activities and information, including the very popular Blend-a-bike and giant games, even make your own badge. FREE and all are welcome.
Event organizer
NCN Health
Age group
0 to 12 years
Date & time/s
22 October, 9 am to 2 pm - Numurkah Market day
24 October, 10 am to 12 pm - Nathalia Play in the Park
25 October, 10 am to 12 pm - Cobram Play in the Park
Booking contact name, phone, email
Jenny Burrows
Tel: 035862 0560
Email jenny.burrows@ncnhealth.org.au
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
-
Event Description
Join Cobram Barooga Canoe Club for paddling fun! Children aged 6-12 years are invited to free introductory paddling sessions on the beautiful Murray River at Thompsons Beach, Cobram. Play games, learn new skills and get outside and active with your new paddling pals! Sessions run by qualified guides/instructors. Booking essential. All equipment supplied.
Event organizer
Cobram Barooga Canoe Club
Age group
6 to 12 years
Date & time/s
22 October, 10 am to 12 pm
22 October, 12 pm to 2 pm
29 October, 10 am to 12 pm
29 October, 12 pm to 2 pm
Location
2 Rockarama Rd
Cobram 3644
Website
Booking contact name, phone, email
Louise Greenwood
Mobile 0427360377
Email cobrambaroogacanoeclub@gmail.com
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
Shire of Moorabool
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Event Description
Celebrate Children's Week with us! We have a free community event for your children. Lets protect and uphold children's rights to support their wellbeing and healthy development.
Event organizer
Moorabool Shire Council
Age group
0 to 5 years
Date & time/s
24 October, 10 am to1 pm
Location
208 Main Street
Bacchus Marsh 3340
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
Shire of Mornington Peninsula
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Event Description
Join Rosebud Toy Library for our Big Play Day on Sunday 30th October 2022 and enjoy a morning of messy play and craft with your family.
Enjoy exploring play experiences full of slime, water, foam and more. Make sure you wear old clothes and are ready to get MESSY!
Event organizer
Rosebud Toy Library
Age group
0 to 6 years
Date & time/s
30 October, 10 am to 2 pm
Location
Rosebud West 3940
Website
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
-
Event Description
Be part of an Australian Wildlife Experience at Mount Eliza Neighbourhood House where you can see and touch a variety of animals with a professional wildlife facilitator. Open to children 0-6yrs with one adult, this free children's activity is part of Children's Week. Morning tea and refreshments will be available
Event organizer
Mount Eliza Neighbourhood House Inc
Age group
0 to 6 years
Date & time/s
26 October, 10.30 am 12.30 pm
Location
Mount Eliza Neighbourhood House
90-100 Canadian Bay Rd
Mount Eliza 3930
Website
Booking contact name, phone, email
Joanne Scanlan
Phone 03 9787 8160
Email info@mountelizanh.com.au
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
-
Event Description
Get creative for a Mini Art Show at Mornington Peninsula Libraries. Kids can get creative during Children's Week by collecting and designing a mini canvas which will be displayed in the libraries in a mini art show.
Event organizer
Mornington Peninsula Shire Council
Age group
0 to 12 years
Date & time/s
22 October, 9 am 2 pm
Location
7 High St
Hastings 3915
Website
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
-
Event Description
Messy Play Day! Hastings Toy Library is providing a great space for your child to explore their world while making a mess, and you don't have to clean up afterwards!
Event organizer
Hastings Toy Library
Age group
0 to 6 years
Date & time/s
26 October, 10 am to 11 am
Website
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
Shire of Mount Alexander
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Event Description
A guided story walk with a musical twist will bring a favourite storybook to life and lead families in procession from the Castlemaine Railway Station along Barker’s Creek. The procession finishes with an opportunity for children to design with natural materials from the Castlemaine Botanical Gardens and picnic with friends. In partnership with Goldfields Libraries, Healthy Heart of Victoria and Mount Alexander Council
Event organizer
Mount Alexander Shire Council
Age group
2 to 6 years
Date & time/s
28 October, 11.00 am to 11.30 am
Location
Castlemaine Railway Station
Gingell St entrance, Castlemaine 3450
Website
Booking contact name, phone, email
Sally Beattie
Tel: 0449 694 711
Email s.beattie@mountalexander.vic.gov.au
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
Shire of Moyne
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Event Description
Ready for some hands on (and a little bit messy) fun? In this hands on and very creative nature play at Port Fairy Community House, create creatures and creations out of natural clay, wild imaginations and nature’s loose parts.
Event organizer
Port Fairy Community Group Inc
Age group
0 to 6 years
Date & time/s
27 October, 10 am to 11.30 am
Location
Port Fairy Community House
5 Railway Place
Port Fairy 3284
Website
Booking contact name, phone, email
Fiona Hampson
Phone 03 5568 2681
Email info@portfairycommunityhouse.com.au
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
Shire of Nillumbik
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Event Description
Nillumbik Council Early Years in collaboration with partners across the community have pulled together a range of activities for Childrens week for children and families in our Shire. Activities include fun exercise classes for the whole family, story times, visits to Edendale, and, of course, the highlight of the week free 12 minute train rides on Diamond Valley Miniature Railway.
Event organizer
Nillumbik Shire Council
Age group
0 to 12 years
Date & time/s
Location
various locations
Website
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
-
Event Description
Join SHIFT (Sustainable Hurstbridge: Ideas for Transition Inc.) for a one-hour Sun/Solar Printing workshop. Children will learn the art of creating a unique fabric print using nature, specialty inks, and the power of the sun.
Event organizer
SHIFT (Sustainable Hurstbridge: Ideas for Transition Inc.)
Age group
6 to 12 years
Date & time/s
30/10/2022, 1 pm to 2 pm
Location
Hurstbridge Community Hub
50 Graysharps Rd
Hurstbridge 3099
Website
Booking contact name, phone, email
Jules Jay
Email contactus@shiftinc.org.au
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
Shire of Northern Grampians
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Event Description
Celebrate Children's Week with a bit of magic and fitness at your local Northern Grampians Libraries! A 45–50 minute high energy, interactive and educational show by Magic Jen and Fluffy puppet! Children will learn through music and movement about the importance of being fit, making healthy eating choices, etc. all while having fun!
Event organizer
Northern Grampians Libraries
Age group
2 to 6 years
Date & time/s
27 October, 10 am to 3.30 pm
Location
Hamilton Performing Arts Centre
113 Brown St
Hamilton 3300
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
Shire of Southern Grampians
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Event Description
''Magic Jenny and Fluffy Puppet' is a fun, interactive session for children aged 2-6years. Children will explore fitness and wellbeing through movement, dance, and hula hoops. Children will explore imagination, and will complete a simple craft at the conclusion of the show. A take-home activity bag will be provided.
Event organizer
Greater Hamilton Library - Southern Grampians Shire Council
Age group
2 to 6 years
Date & time/s
26 October, 10.30 am to 11.30 am
Location
105 Brown St
Hamilton 3300
Booking contact name, phone, email
Gina Makris
Phone 035573 0470
Email library@sthgrampians.vic.gov.au
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
Shire of Strathbogie
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Event Description
Did you know that more than 6,000 kilograms of clothing and textiles are sent to landfill every ten minutes?
Learn how to give old T-shirts a second life in this hands-on workshop! Find out about textile waste and how to turn a tired shirt into a keyring, necklace or headband.
Event organizer
Strathbogie Shire Council
Age group
6 to 12 years
Date & time/s
29 October, 10 am to 11:30 am
29 October, 2 pm to 3:30 pm
Location
1B Bury St
Euroa 3666
Website
Booking contact name, phone, email
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
-
Event Description
Bring the family along to celebrate children’s week at these free events. We have a variety of educational and fun workshops and activities for kids of all ages including;
- Recycled Textile Workshop: making cat and dog toys from recycled materials (7+years)
- Worm Farming: meet a worm and learn how to look after worms at home (4+years)
- Community Craft: get creative with recycled materials (all ages)
- Recycling Truck: see inside a real recycling truck (all ages)
- Toilet Lucky Dip: learn what should and shouldn’t be flushed (4+years)
- Choose Tap Water: design your own reusable mug (all ages)
Event organizer
Strathbogie Shire Council
Age group
0 to 12 years
Date & time/s
Sunday 30 October, 9.30am to 11.30am Nagambie Senior Citizens Centre, 358-360 High St, Nagambie
Sunday 30 October, 1.30pm to 3.30pm, Euroa Lawn Tennis Club, 38/52 TURNBULL Street, Euroa
Location
Nagambie Senior Citizens Centre, 358-360 High St, Nagambie
Euroa Lawn Tennis Club, 38/52 TURNBULL Street, Euroa
Website
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
Shire of West Wimmera
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Event Description
During Children's Week West Wimmera Shire Council will be hosting a free event for all kindergarten children. Magic Jenny will provide an interactive educational show where children will learn about the importance of being fit and healthy, including relaxation techniques through music and movement.
Event organizer
West Wimmera Shire Council
Age group
0 to 6 years
Date & time/s
26 October, 1 pm to 2 pm - Edenhope kindergaren
26 October, 2:45 pm to 3:45 pm - Goroke kindergarten
28 October, 10 am to 11 am - Kaniva kindergarten
Location
Edenhope kindergarten
Edenhope 3318
Website
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
Shire of Yarra Ranges
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Event Description
Yarra Ranges Council in partnership with Seville Community House, invites families to an afternoon/evening community picnic celebrating children's week in Yarra Ranges. With games, music, tee-pee building and planting this event connects community, friends and family. Bring along your picnics and dance, play and have a fun at the park!
Event organizer
Yarra Ranges Council
Date & time/s
23 October, 4:30 pm to 7 pm
Location
Seville Water Park and Playground
Seville 3139
Website
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
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Event Description
Join Dandenong Ranges Music Council to Sing up a Storm. The children of the Dandenong Ranges are invited to join together to sing about the growing forest being like the growing strength of kids after the natural disaster they survived on the night of June 9 last year. Led by local composer celebrity, Lady Shaula.
Event organizer
Dandenong Ranges Music Council
Age group
6 to 12 years
Date & time/s
22 October, 12pm to 5 pm - Record tutorial video and launch on YouTube
24 October, 10 am to 3:30 pm - Rehearsing from Video
28 October, 10 am to 11 am - Live rehearsal at Mt D P.S.
28 October, 11:30 am to 12:30 pm - Live rehearsal at Sassafras P.S.
28 October, 1:30 pm to 2:30 pm - Live rehearsal at Olinda P.S.
28 October, 7 pm to 8 pm - Performance & survival stories at Mt D P.S.
Location
Mount Dandenong Primary School
Farndons Rd
Mount Dandenong 3767
Website
Booking contact name, phone, email
Karen Noonan
Mobile 0424 910 282
Email karen@drmc.org.au
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
Other: Online and live event
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Event Description
All Fairies and Pirates are invited to a Dance Party!! Dress up and join us for a fun morning as we explore emotions through singing and dancing!
Event organizer
Japara Neighbourhood House Inc
Age group
0 to 12 years
Date & time/s
27 October, 10 am to 12 pm
Location
Japara Neighbourhood House Inc
54 Durham Rd
Kilsyth 3137
Website
Booking contact name, phone, email
Christie Humble
Phone 0397283587
Email community@japarahouse.com.au
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
Shire of Yarriambiack
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Event Description
Big Fun Games when "old school" and "new school" meet. Join Warracknabeal Neighbourhood House & Learning Centre to play inclusive versions of children's games and to create art together.
Event organizer
Warracknabeal Neighbourhood House & Learning Centre
Age group
0 to 6 years
Date & time/s
25 October, 9:30 am to 11:30 am
26 October, 9:30 am to 11:30 am
27 October, 9:30 am to 11:30 am
28 October, 9:30 am to 11:30 am
Location
Cox St
Warracknabeal 3393
Website
Booking contact name, phone, email
Phone 0353961360
Email info@wnhlc.com.au
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
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Event Description
A lovely relaxed morning at our local Park, where Pre- Kinder children and there parents/ Guardians can come and enjoy a range of activities on offer. Activities include craft, ball games, music and movement, bubbles, stories and more.
Event organizer
Yarriambiack Shire Council
Age group
0 to 3 years
Date & time/s
26 October, 10 am to 12 pm
Location
84 - 94 Craige Ave,
Warracknabeal 3393
Website
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
South Gippsland Shire
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Event Description
The Long Low Lunch is a children's garden party set around a low table serving up bite-sized, healthy delicious food for children. A celebration of Spring, local produce, community, wellbeing and healthy food choices.
Event organizer
Manna Gum Community House
Age group
0 to 12 years
Date & time/s
30 October, 11 am to 1 pm
Location
Manna Gum Community House
33 Station Road
Foster 3960
Website
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
Surf Coast Shire
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Event Description
The Surf Coast Kite Festival is a free outdoor event and welcomes people of all ages. The event will showcase spectacular giant kite displays, kite making, arts & crafts, face painting, live entertainment, interactive activities, food stalls and so much more.
Event organizer
Great Ocean Road Coast and Parks Authority
Age group
0 to 12 years
Date & time/s
23 October, 10 am to 2 pm
Location
Fisherman's Beach Foreshore
Torquay 3228
Website
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
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Event Description
Surf Coast Shire Council will host pop up community events in local townships to celebrate Children's Week, with fun and interactive vibrant activities that will capture the imagination of the children and engage them in hands on experiences.
Event organizer
Surf Coast Shire Council
Age group
0 to 12 years
Date & time/s
24 October, 10 am to 12 pm - Deans Marsh
25 October, 10:30 am to 12:30 pm - Moriac
26 October, 10am to 12 pm - Torquay
27/10/2022, 2pm to 4 pm - Winchelsea
Location
Opposite Deans Marsh Primary School next to Community Cottage
Behind Moriac Kindergarten
Elephant Walk Park
Torquay 3228 (Next to Winchelsea Kindergarten)
Website
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
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Event Description
Come along to Anglesea Community House during Children's week, for art and craft activities, calming yoga for children sessions and a range of fun sport activities.
Event organizer
Anglesea Community House Inc
Age group
0 to 12 years
Date & time/s
24 October, 11 am to 12 pm - Childcare activities
25 October, 11 am to 12 pm - Childcare activities
26 October, 4 pm to 5:30 pm - Sporting opportunity at Anglesea Football Netball Club
26 October, 4 pm to 5:30 pm - Art activities at Anglesea Community House
27 October, 9:30 am to 11:30 am - Anglesea Playgroup Activities
27 October, 11 am to 12 pm - Childcare activities
27 October, 4 pm to 5:30 pm -Felting workshop
28 October, 11 am to 12 pm - Childcare activities
Location
5 McMillan St
Anglesea 3230
Website
Booking contact name, phone, email
Julie Martin
Phone 0352632116
Email admin@anglesea.org.au
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
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Event Description
Do you sometimes feel snappy like a Croc or maybe you like to hide like a turtle?
Join us for a Reptile Afternoon Tea Party where you can meet some of Australia's most exciting reptiles, learn about your feeling, and catch up with children from your local community!
Event organizer
Deans Marsh Community Cottage
Age group
0 to 12 years
Date & time/s
25 October, 2:30 pm to 3:13 pm - Reptile Session for 0-5 years - hosted by Roaming Reptiles
25 October, 3:15 pm to 4 pm - Afternoon Tea for All Ages and Parents
25 October, 4 pm to 5 pm - Reptile Session for 6 - 12 years - hosted by Roaming Reptiles
Location
10 Pennyroyal Valley Rd
Deans Marsh 3235
Website
Booking contact name, phone, email
Caroline Shelbourne
Email cottage@deansmarsh.org.au
Type of activity (online/ virtual/ in person)
In person event
More information
For questions or information on Children's Week grants in Victoria, email childrens.week@education.vic.gov.au.
Reviewed 26 October 2022