Don’t let winter freeze the fun. There are many opportunities to make the most of the school holidays. So, what are you waiting for? Check out our hand-picked Top 5 activities in the Northern Beaches to have a blast this winter.
PLANETARIUM
Mona Vale | 5 July
Let your child’s curiosity go far and beyond with this out-of-this-world experience. Explore Indigenous Australian astronomy and discover how Indigenous cultures describe constellations.
‘Starr’s Planetarium’ is a fantastic show that will tell stories from across Australia and immerse all visitors in the ancestral cosmovision, laws of nature, traditions, history, and spirituality.
Aimed at children aged six to 12 or from Kindergarten to Year 6, this is an excellent opportunity to learn and celebrate NAIDOC week on 5 July.
Bookings are essential, and the cost is $5. For enquiries, call 8495 5028 or email libraryprograms@northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au.
EXPLORE YOUR LOCAL LIBRARY
Northern Beaches Libraries | July
Family story time, painting, and craft workshops are some of the many activities the libraries have planned (Brookvale, Dee Why, Forestville, Mona Vale).
Peg doll painting workshop: Children from 8 to 12 years old will have the opportunity to bring their favourite book characters or heroes to life at the peg doll painting workshop. Cost: $5.
Bookmark contest: prizes to be won and the best designs will be distributed in Northern Beaches libraries. Grab an entry form from any of the libraries. Entries close 16 July.
Teddy bear sleepover: There is a special storytime for the little ones in the family where they can bring their teddy bear or favourite toy to hear stories and sing songs before good night’s farewell to the toys.
More activities are planned on various dates and times. To book, see the Northern Beaches What’s On section, or call 8495 5028.
NATURE, ART AND FUN
Coastal Environment Centre | North Narrabeen | 5 and 12 July
Join other explorers and qualified education staff in a local adventure at the Coastal Environment Centre, and use ‘whatever you can find’ to make brilliant art creations.
The price is $70 and will be run on 5 and 12 July from 10am to 3pm, for children aged 6 to 12. For details, contact Hilary Hay 1300 000 232 or email cec@northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au.
TRAVEL IN TIME WITH THIS FOSSIL EXPLORATION
Coastal Environment Centre | North Narrabeen | 10 July
Is your child fascinated by dinosaurs, ancient creatures, or fossils? Join other junior geologists in this wild exploration of the Northern Beaches to discover the secrets hidden in the local rocks.
This adventure will unleash their imagination, creativity and the ability to uncover clues about the lost world of dinosaurs and ancient forests that dominated our lands once upon a time.
The day will include a coastal walk across to Turrimetta Beach, where the Coastal Environment Centre experts will help the explorers with discovery and identification and the opportunity to create their very own fossil to take home.
This event is for children aged 6-12 years and will take place on 10 July from 10am to 3pm. Contact Hilary Hay 1300 000 232 or email cec@northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au.
LET’S GET THE PARTY STARTED
at home!
Rainy or cold days can be an excellent opportunity or a great excuse to spend quality time with the family. Get everyone’s favourite snacks and transform a dull day into a private slumber party. Movie night? Series marathon? Boardgames? Family cooking time? There are many games and activities for you and your loved ones to enjoy. Prepare your home for a relaxed and carefree evening that you all will enjoy. And the best of all is not the low budget, but the opportunity to make the time to share the love and create memories that will last for a lifetime.