2023 Winter School Holiday Fun Guide

Saturday 24 June – Sunday 9 July 2023

WELCOME

Welcome to the Winter edition of the Love Central Geelong Fun Guide! This is your guide to all the best activities happening for the Winter School Holidays in Central Geelong – Saturday 24 June – Sunday 9 July 2023.

The program is a collection of activities, events and exhibitions for children 3-16 years, delivered by Central Geelong businesses and the City of Greater Geelong.

So, what are you waiting for? Start planning your school holidays!

BOOKINGS

See each activity for links and directions on how to book. Events and bookings are subject to change. Places are limited and capacity numbers will vary for each activity. Please contact the activity provider for further information or details about your booking.

We will endeavour to update our website as soon as possible should circumstances change.

For a list of specials and discounts from participating Central Geelong businesses, visit centralgeelong.com.au

NATIONAL WOOL MUSEUM

Visit www.nwm.vic.gov.au

WHERE 26 Moorabool Street

WE THE MAKERS FOR FAMILIES

Pick up your We the Makers family exhibition guide and take a journey through the exhibition. Explore the unique outfits of 20 emerging fashion designers from across Australia and around the world who are leading the way in sustainable fashion, innovation, and creativity.

Then drop into The Style Studio on Level 2. Take inspiration from the We the Makers designers to design your own sustainable outfit for your Peg Doll or create a whole new look for yourself using the vintage garments on the clothes rack. Make sure you take a walk along the runway or a photo in front of the We The Makers mural.

Drop in. Self-guided with parental/carer supervision.

WHEN Daily 10am - 5pm

COST Free with museum entry

JEWELLERY DESIGN WITH EMILY RASTAS

Join local artist and designer Emily Rastas for a unique jewellery making workshop where you’ll be provided with an array of jewellery findings and reclaimed beads/buttons to create one-ofa-kind pieces. You will be guided through the process of making stunning and sustainable jewellery. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced jewellery maker, this workshop is a great opportunity to explore your creativity and make something truly unique.

WHEN Tuesday 27 June 10.30am – 12pm (6 – 12 years), & 1.30pm – 3pm (13 – 17 years)

COST $12 per child

BOOK www.eventbrite.com.au/cc/winterschool-holidays-at-themuseum-2300319

LEARN TO SPIN AND FELT

Feeling crafty? Discover how wool fibres bind together to make your own yarns and felts using raw wool tops. Try your hand at a spinning wheel or drop spindle then make a felted bookmark, wall hanging or necklace to take home.

WHEN Thursday 29 June 10.30am – 12pm (6 – 12 years), & 1.30pm – 3pm (13 – 17 years)

COST $12 per child

BOOK www.eventbrite.com.au/cc/winterschool-holidays-at-themuseum-2300319

GEELONG WOMEN’S STREET ART PROGRAM

LEARN TO KNIT AND PLAIT

In this beginner-friendly class, you will learn all the basic skills needed to knit and plait up a storm. You’ll cast on and cast off, master knit and purl stitches and how to read a pattern. Want an extra challenge? We’ll all work together to make a giant plaited rope. Can we make it go around the studio?

WHEN Tuesday 4 July 10.30am – 12pm (6 – 12 years), & 1.30pm – 3pm (13 – 17 years)

COST $12 per child

BOOK www.eventbrite.com.au/cc/winterschool-holidays-at-themuseum-2300319

Welcome to the vibrant world of the Geelong Women’s Street Art Program! We invite you to join us in celebrating the extraordinary talent of female artists in Central Geelong. This special public art project, supported by the City of Greater Geelong’s Arts and Culture team, aims to highlight the incredible talents of women artists and their meaningful contributions to our public spaces.

Pause and appreciate the myriad of murals strewn across Central Geelong. These inspiring pieces offer a glimpse into the artistic journey and unique perspectives of some of Victoria’s best women artists.

WHERE For a full list of artists, mural locations and artist interviews please head to: www.geelongaustralia.com.au/ publicart/article/item/8da489064df9e19. aspx

Kerrie Poliness is represented by Anna Schwartz Gallery. This artwork is located in Minns Lane, Geelong.

PINOT & PICASSO WHERE 150 Ryrie Street

REX

Rex has a big heart, but very small hands. A fun and enjoyable paint with the use of cool blues with splashes of orange. Kids, join us to create your very own dino. Our kids sessions go for 90 minutes and are designed for ages 7+. This class is a great way for your child to express their creativity and learn painting techniques.

WHEN Thursday 29 June 1pm - 2.30pm

SID THE SLOTH

Come ‘hang’ out in our studio with Sid the sloth as we paint our way through the bushes to find him! Our kids’ sessions go for 90 minutes and are designed for ages 7+. This class is a great way for your child to express their creativity and learn a thing or two about painting techniques.

WHEN Tuesday 27 June 11am - 12.30pm

COST $39

www.pinotandpicasso.com.au/ geelong/session/39-kids-schoolholidays-sid/

COST $39

www.pinotandpicasso.com.au/ geelong/session/39-kids-schoolholidays-rex/

NEON NIGHTS: OLLIE

Let’s go under the sea and UV lights! This glowing Octopus will have the kids wiggling with excitement watching their artwork come to life with fluro colour. Perfect for your next family day out or leave the kids with us and you can sip on a cocktail at home!

WHEN Friday 30 June 11am - 12.30pm

COST $49

www.pinotandpicasso.com.au/ geelong/session/49-kids-schoolholidays-neon-nights-ollie/

BUTTERFLY

Fly away with creativity in our new butterfly artwork! Our kids’ sessions run for 90 minutes and are designed for ages 7+. They are a great way to get the kids creative and keep them busy!

WHEN Tuesday 4 July 2pm - 3.30pm

COST $39

www.pinotandpicasso.com.au/ geelong/session/39-kids-classbutterfly/

PO

This panda may not know kung fu but he sure is fun to paint! Join Po the Panda in our studio. Our kids’ sessions go for 90 minutes and are designed for ages 7+. This class is a great way for your child to express their creativity and learn a thing or two about painting techniques.

WHEN Wednesday 5 July 11am - 12.30pm

COST $39

www.pinotandpicasso.com.au/ geelong/session/39-kids-schoolholidays-po/

UNICORNS

Join us in the creation of everyone’s favourite magical creature! Not your ordinary horse. Our kids’ sessions go for 90 minutes and are designed for ages 7+. These art classes are perfect for encouraging children to express their creativity and learning new painting techniques and skills.

WHEN Friday 7 July 1pm - 2.30pm

COST $39

www.pinotandpicasso.com.au/ geelong/session/39-kids-schoolholidays-unicorns/

GEELONG ART CENTRE

Visit geelongartscentre.org.au/whats-on/all-events/ australian-ballet-school-holiday-workshops/ WHERE 81 Ryrie St

FAMILY MAGIC 2023: AUSTRALIAN BALLET WORKSHOPS

Explore the world of dance through warm-ups, dance exercises, and choreographic games.

You’ll learn about The Story of Pomi and Gobba, and hear about things such as costume design, music, and storytelling. Expect to move, dance, have fun and be creative! No ballet experience is required. There are three available sessions per age group across the 4-6 July. Parental/guardian supervision is required for all ages.

All children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times – guardians are not required to purchase a ticket.

In addition to attending your workshop, your ticket also gains you free access to the performance of Pomi and Gobba by The Australian Ballet. There are three performance times to choose from:

• Tuesday 4th July - 1:00pm - 1:30pm

• Wednesday 5th July - 1:00pm - 1:30pm

• Thursday 6th July - 1:00pm - 1:30pm

Just present your workshop ticket on arrival and enjoy..

TUESDAY 4 JULY

Ages: 3-5 years

10.30am - 11.15am

Ages: 6-8 years

11.30am - 12.15am

Ages: 9-12 years

2.00pm - 2.45pm

WEDNESDAY 5 JULY

Ages: 3-5 years

11.30am - 12.15am

Ages: 6-8 years

2.00pm - 2.45pm

Ages: 9-12 year

10.30am - 11.15am

THURSDAY 6 JULY

Ages: 3-5 years

2.00pm - 2.45pm

Ages: 6-8 years

10.30am - 11.15am

Ages: 9-12 years

11.30am - 12.15am

MUSE UM OF PLAY & ART (M o PA)

WHERE 51 Mckillop St

MOPA MAKERS: MONSTERS!

During each session at MoPA Geelong these winter holidays, Children are invited to create their own MoPA Monster; a multimodal paper puppet inspired by their own personality and uniqueness. Children will express their ideas and make meaning, while developing thinking skills and lifelong learning dispositions such as curiosity, persistence and creativity. With assistance from MoPA’s educators, visitors can get creative with a range of templates to build their one-of-a-kind monster, and will end up with their very own moving masterpiece to inspire further play and exploration when they take it home. The Museum sells out each day over the school holidays so be sure to jump online to book ahead! museumofplayandart.com.au

ON-STREET ENTERTAINMENT

WHEN

Every weekday of the school holidays. During the holidays MoPA runs 4x two-hour museum sessions each day, each starting at 9am, 11am, 1pm and 3pm.

BOOK

www.museumofplayandart.com.au/playgeelong

During the holidays tickets sell out, so it’s important to jump online and book ahead!

Enjoy the Central Geelong street entertainment program, featuring creative and quirky street performers, including singers, dancers, musicians, poets, circus performers, hula hoopers & more!

For a full schedule of performances on the Little Malop Central stage, please check www.centralgeelong.com.au

GEELONG LIBRARY & HERITAGE CENTRE

WHERE 51 Little Malop Street

Geelong Library & Heritage Centre has a range of FREE activities available for all ages.

THE JUNIOR MIX - TORN COLLAGE PORTRAITS

Mix it up with school holiday activities including art, craft, games, tech activities, LEGO and more. Ages 5+

WHEN Monday 26 June 10:30am – 11:30am

THE JUNIOR MIX - CHALK ART

Mix it up with school holiday activities including art, craft, games, tech activities, LEGO and more. Ages 8+

WHEN Tuesday 27 June 2:30pm – 3:30pm

GAMES OF THE WORLD

Test your wits by learning and playing games and puzzles from around our world! Learn about their origins and challenge each other in this fun-filled session. Ages 12+

WHEN Monday 26 June 2:30pm – 3:30pm

Tuesday 4 July 10:30am – 11:30am

BABY TIME

Join us for a fun-filled interactive session of songs and rhymes for babies and carers.

WHEN Monday 26 June

Tuesday 27 June

Wednesday 28 June

Monday 3 July

Tuesday 4 July

Wednesday 5 July 11:30am – 11:50am

THE JUNIOR MIX - WORLD OF COLOUR

Mix it up with school holiday activities including art, craft, games, tech activities, LEGO and more. All ages

WHEN Tuesday 27 June 10:30am – 11:30am

TRAVEL THE WORLD TALES

Round and round the world we’ll go! Where we land nobody knows! Learn about ‘Our People, Our World’ as we sing, rhyme, and tell stories along the way. Wear clothes suitable for a messy craft. Ages 5+

WHEN Wednesday 28 June 10:30am – 11:30am

Friday 7 July 10:30am – 11:30am

THE JUNIOR MIX - NAIDOC WEEK STORYTIME

Mix it up with school holiday activities including art, craft, games, tech activities, LEGO and more. All ages

WHEN Monday 3 July 10:30am – 11:30am

FAMILY MOVIE TIME - MARATHON

Join us for some family movie fun. BYO popcorn! Ages 8+.

WHEN Wednesday 28 June 2:30pm – 5:30pm

THE JUNIOR MIX - LEGO WORLD

Mix it up with school holiday activities including art, craft, games, tech activities, LEGO and more. Ages 6+

WHEN Thursday 29 June 2:30pm – 3:30pm

WRITE LIKE AN EGYPTIAN

Learn about our people and our world by looking at the mysterious Ancient Egypt. Discover how to write your own name - just like a Pharaoh! All ages.

WHEN Friday 30 June 10:30am – 11:30am

Thursday 6 July 2:30pm – 3:30pm

MINI MASTERPIECES

Express your view of our people and our world! Start your own mini gallery by creating a mini canvas painting and a mini easel to display it on. Ages 12+. Bookings required.

WHEN Friday 7 July 3:30pm to 4:00pm

THE JUNIOR MIX - I LOVE THAT WE’RE ALL DIFFERENT STORYTIME

Mix it up with school holiday activities including art, craft, games, tech activities, LEGO and more. Ages 5+

WHEN Wednesday 5 July 10:30am – 11:30am

THE ART OF TAROT

Let’s talk Tarot! Have you wondered where it originated? Want to create your own in your own artistic style? Here is your chance!

Ages 15+

WHEN Friday 30 June 2:30pm – 3:30pm

WORLD TRAVELLER

If you’re desperate to take off and travel our world, join us to discover how you can design the trip of a lifetime. Ages 15+

WHEN Monday 3 July 2:30pm – 3:30pm

THE YOUTH MIX - ROCK ART

Mix it up with a bit of art, craft, retro games, tech activities, and good company. Ages 12+

WHEN Wednesday 5 July 2:30pm – 3:30pm

WORLD QUEST

Jump onboard the library’s whirlwind tour: ‘Our People, Our World’! Bring along a travel buddy and discover different cultures and countries together. Ages 8+

WHEN Thursday 6 July 10:30am – 11:30am

CELEBRATE YOU - DIY BUNTING

Recycle and reuse to create colourful paper bunting that celebrates who you are and your favourite things. Ages 8+

WHEN Tuesday 4 July 2:30pm – 3:30pm

Bookings. Visit the website to check the Geelong Library & Heritage Centre events and to make bookings

www.grlc.vic.gov.au

PARKS & PLAYGROUNDS

Enjoy Central Geelong’s most loved playgrounds and parks. View our full list here: centralgeelong.com.au/parks

BRUSH & BUBBLES

WHERE 7 James Street

KIDS MONSTER MOULD CLASS

Attention all young aspiring artists and dinosaur enthusiasts! Come and unleash your creativity and bring your wildest monster creations to life! With our high-quality plaster moulds, measuring 19 cm in height and 12 cm in width, your child will be able to paint their very own unique monster designs.

Our experienced instructors will guide your child through the painting process, ensuring that they have a fun and enjoyable experience while also learning valuable artistic skills.

THE CAROUSEL

WHERE Eastern Beach Road

Come and spend some magical time at the beautifully restored Carousel at the Geelong Waterfront.

WHEN Monday-Friday 11.00 am – 4.30 pm

Saturday-Sunday 11.30 am – 5.00 pm

Ages 5-12 years

WHEN Friday 30 June 12pm

COST $40

BOOK www.brushnbubbles.com/ticketing

1.

The Carousel

2.

Steampacket Gardens

3.

Transvaal Square

4.

National Wool Museum

5.

Johnstone Park

6.

Geelong Library & Heritage Centre

7.

Geelong Gallery

8.

Westfield Geelong

9.

Green Spine

10. Market Square Shopping Centre

11.

Little Malop Central (LMC)

12.

Geelong Arts Centre

13.

Brush & Bubbles

Pinot & Picasso