SAT 17 SEP
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• Neverland Kids Club Event — Hyperdome • First 5 Forever • Neverland School Holiday Activation
SUN 18 SEP
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• Early Bird & Breakfast Markets • Neverland School Holiday Activation
MON 19 SEP
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• Cable Ski Logan Kids Camp (2 Days) • Movement Monkeys Sports Program • Choc’n’Chats Tours • First 5 Forever • Official launch of Children’s Festival with the Nature Play Passport • Penny the Pirate Story Time • Talk Like A Pirate Day • Neverland School Holiday Activation • Puppet Pets • Kids Yoga
TUE 20 SEP
10
• Movement Monkeys Sports Program • Crafty Kids • Clipperty Clipperty’s Exciting Discovery Show • First 5 Forever • Learn to Wakeboard • Circus Classes • Puppet Pets • Penny the Pirate Story Time • Neverland School Holiday Activation • LittleBits electronics for everyone • Family Movie - Jumanji
MORE ACTIVITIES • Book Exchange .......................p19 • Kingston Park Raceway ..........p25 • Library Locations......................p25 • Berry Patch ..............................p29 • Beenleigh Marketplace............p29 • Beenleigh Historical Village .....p39 • Daisy Hill Koala Centre ............p42 • Logan Art Gallery .....................p43 • Kid-friendly Parks ....................p44
WED 21 SEP
12
• Cornubia Park Sports Carnival • Kids’ Morning Out • Movement Monkeys Sports Program • First 5 Forever • Clay sea creatures with artist Marnie Linger • Family Movie - Zootopia • Family Movie - Frozen • Family Movie - Cats and Dogs • Sports Superstar • Neverland School Holiday Activation • Robot Picnic • Colourful Creations • Puppet Pets • Up-Cycling Materials for Families
THU 22 SEP
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• Kids Tours and Education Sessions Animal Management Centre • Cornubia Park Sports Carnival • Movement Monkeys Sports Program • First 5 Forever • Choc’n’Chats Tours • Zumba Kids • Clipperty Clipperty’s Exciting Discovery Show • Pokemon Picnic • Kids in the Kitchen • Futsal School Holiday Clinic • Cable Skiing for Kids • Family Movie - Princess Bride • Sports Superstar • Neverland School Holiday Activation • Puppet Pets • Music Workshop • Family Movie - Up
FRI 23 SEP
20
• Movement Monkeys Sports Program • Cornubia Park Sports Carnival • First 5 Forever • Multicultural Dance - ‘Mana’ the spirit of Polynesia • Illuminated papercuts: Moon Festival workshop with artist Pamela See • Crafternoon Tea • Play & Learn • Sports Superstar • Neverland School Holiday Activation • Bush Tucker Workshop
SAT 24 SEP
22
• Happy Camp • 3D Printing for Juniors • First 5 Forever • Indigenous Traditional Games • Aerial Acrobats • Junior RoboCreations • Sports Superstar • Neverland School Holiday Activation • Logan North Aquatic and Fitness Centre Come and Try Day
SUN 25 SEP
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• Early Bird & Breakfast Markets • Happy Camp • Row the River • Aerial Acrobats • Neverland School Holiday Activation
MON 26 SEP
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• Cable Ski Logan Kids Camp (2 Day) • First 5 Forever • Super Simple Illustration • Chocs’n’Chats Tours • Lah-Lah — Sing It Loud! • Hip Hop Dance Class • Aerial Acrobats • Neverland School Holiday Activation • Family Gardening Workshop: Create an Edible Planter • LittleBits electronics for everyone • Kids Alive Swim Program
TUE 27 SEP
30
• First 5 Forever • Photography • Balloon Animals Workshop • Super Simple Illustration • Aerial Acrobats • Neverland School Holiday Activation • Tech for Kids • Family Gardening Workshop • Kids Alive Swim Program • Family Movie - Tangled
WED 28 SEP
32
• Tech Junk Workshop with Substation 33 • Super Simple Illustration • Kids’ Morning Out • First 5 Forever • Printmaking: Drypoint etching • Family Movie - Zootopia • Aerial Acrobats • Sports Superstar • Neverland School Holiday Activation • Puppet Pets • Kids Yoga • Kids Alive Swim Program
THU 29 SEP
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• Animal Management Kids Tours • Multisports • First 5 Forever • Crafty Kids • Choc’n’Chats Tours • Yugambeh Bummaleir - Screen Printing • 3D Printing for Juniors • Aerial Acrobats • Sports Superstar • Neverland School Holiday Activation • Kids Alive Swim Program • Family Movie - Inside Out
FRI 30 SEP
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• Behind the scenes tour of the Browns Plains Landfill • First 5 Forever • Yugambeh Language Lesson • Play & Learn • Chess for Kids: Ages 4-6 • Chess for Kids: Ages 7+ • Aerial Acrobats • Sports Superstar • Neverland School Holiday Activation • Night Bird Dreaming • Cultural Dance • Kids Alive Swim Program • Library After Dark • Family Chill Out Space Eats & Beats, Underwood Park
SAT 1 OCT
40
• First 5 Forever • Sports Superstar • Neverland School Holiday Activation • Crafternoon Tea • Mud Play — Logan Muddy Monsters
SAT 17 SEP FIRST 5 FOREVER ACTIVITIES NEVERLAND KIDS CLUB EVENT — HYPERDOME
16 months and under 9.30am | Free | Logan Hyperdome Library 3–5 years 10.30am | Free | All City of Logan Libraries
9am–11am | $5 per child | 3–12 years
10 years and under 10.30am | Free | Logan West Library
Kids Club Members will have the exclusive opportunity to enjoy morning tea with Captain Hook, Tinker Bell and Peter Pan.
See page 15 for details.
Children can select a meal from the menu provided, as well as a gift, cupcake, balloon sword and face painting. The adventure continues with fun activities including 3D floor art and the official opening of Captain Hook’s Ship, the Jolly Roger, from 11am. Logan Hyperdome, Cnr Pacific Hwy & Bryants Rd, Loganholme Phone: 3801 9199 www.hyperdomeshopping.com.au
NEVERLAND SCHOOL HOLIDAY ACTIVATION 11am–3pm | Free | 3–12 years See page 9 for details. Logan Hyperdome.
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SUN 18 SEP EARLY BIRD & BREAKFAST MARKETS 6am–12pm | Free - $5 (depending on activity) | 3–12 years The Early Bird Markets are a Sunday celebration of all things Breakfast, Food, Produce, Provisions, Craft, Knick-Knacks and more. During the ImagiNation Children’s Festival, there will be fun activities to keep the kids entertained! Beenleigh Town Square Cnr James & Kent St, Beenleigh www.facebook.com/ earlybirdbreakfastmarkets
NEVERLAND SCHOOL HOLIDAY ACTIVATION 11am–3pm | Free | 3–12 years See page 9 for details. Logan Hyperdome.
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MON 19 SEP MOVEMENT MONKEYS SPORTS PROGRAM 9am–3pm | $99 early bird, $129 standard | 4–13 years See page 19 for details. Springwood State High School.
KIDS CAMP - CABLE SKI LOGAN (2 DAYS) BEGINNER TO INTERMEDIATE 7.30am–5pm (2 days) | Beginner to Intermediate $180, Sibling discount 25%, Members discount 25% | 3–15 years The two-day camp is designed to introduce new riders to the sport in the best way possible and develop riders’ board control and their understanding of basic tricks. The camp includes a one night stay at Cable Ski Logan, all food and two days of wakeboarding! All riders will receive a Kids Camp booklet to complete and some special prizes. Cable Ski Logan 80 Ferry Rd, Carbrook Phone: 3287 7777 Email: cableski@bigpond.com www.cableski.com.au
CHOC’N’CHATS TOURS 10am–10.30am | $9 per head (includes a chocolate gift to the value of $9) | All ages Learn all about the chocolate-making process from the experts in Logan. Bookings recommended. Poppy’s Chocolates 5/2 Spanns Rd, Beenleigh Phone: 3807 1936 www.poppyschocolate.com.au
FIRST 5 FOREVER ACTIVITIES 16 months and under 10am | Free | Logan Hyperdome Library 1–3 years 10am | Free | Beenleigh, Logan Central and Marsden Libraries 11am | Free | Logan Hyperdome Library See page 15 for details.
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IMAGINATION CHILDREN’S FESTIVAL OFFICIAL LAUNCH MONDAY 19 SEPTEMBER 10am–2pm | Free | All ages Keep the kids entertained these school holidays at the City of Logan’s ImagiNation Children’s Festival. A 14-day action-packed program brings together a monster-sized range of free and low-cost activities popping up in every corner of the city, sparking ImagiNation everywhere. The activities guarantee all-round good fun for the noughts to twelves age group. The ImagiNation festival will be officially launched at Mayes Cottage on Monday 19 September, with a day of family-friendly and fun activities from 10am to 2pm. Entry is free, so come along and join us at Mayes Cottage, 20 Mawarra Street, Kingston, 4114 For full details on upcoming events and activities, visit www.logan.qld.gov.au/ imagination. Mayes Cottage 20 Mawarra St, Kingston QLD 4114 Phone: 3412 4384
NATURE PLAY PASSPORT Attention all Logan Kids.... we have a mission for you! The fun and free Nature Play QLD “Passport to an Amazing Childhood” program challenges kids to complete nature play “missions” and record all of their adventures in their Nature Play Logan passport. Collect a free Nature Play Logan passport for your child at participating venues, register their details at mission control, let them choose their first nature play mission (some missions have been designed especially for Logan) and watch your kids become doers, not viewers. More information and to order your passport visit: www.logan.qld.gov.au/ natureplay
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MON 19 SEP PENNY THE PIRATE STORY
NEVERLAND SCHOOL
TIME
HOLIDAY ACTIVATION
11am, 12pm & 1pm | Free (bookings required) | 4–12 years Come dressed as a pirate and join in the fun as a storyteller reads Penny the Pirate, the first children’s book that is also an eye test thanks to OPSM. All children will receive a free book to take home. Grand Plaza outside OPSM 27 - 49 Browns Plains Rd, Browns Plains Phone: 3800 7700 www.grandplazashopping.com.au
TALK LIKE A PIRATE DAY — KIDS EVENT
11am–3pm | Free | 3–12 years See page 9 for details. Logan Hyperdome.
PUPPET PETS 1pm–2pm | Free (bookings required) | 5–12 years Create your own puppet pets or felt creature character. Logan Hyperdome Library 66 - 70 Mandew St, Shailer Park Phone: 3412 4120 www.loganlibraries.org/whats-on
9am–5pm | FREE | 3–12 years The Logan Hyperdome will become a hub for pirate enthusiasts. Dress up like a pirate and join in on funky pirate flash mobs or play on a pirate ship jumping castle. Participating retailers will offer exclusive ‘Pirate Rates’ for those who demonstrate their pirate flair! Logan Hyperdome Cnr Pacific Hwy & Bryants Rd, Loganholme Phone: 3801 9199 www.hyperdomeshopping.com.au
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KIDS YOGA 3pm–3.45pm | Free | 5–7 years Kids Yoga classes have been designed with props and games to help your child develop a mind and body connection, improve concentration and focus, refine balance and boost self-esteem and confidence. Bring along a yoga mat (or a towel) and a water bottle. Greenbank Community Centre 145 Teviot Rd, Greenbank Phone: 0435 592 295
Escape to a place where you never have to grow up… Find yourself in
Neverland
Visit a place where dreams are born and time is never planned. Your adventure begins with a little bit of pixie dust… Explore Captain Hook’s Pirate Ship, make your own pirate hat or fairy wings, see who will win a duel with Peter Pan and be mesmerised by a real live Mermaid! Logan Hyperdome Cnr Pacific Hwy & Bryants Rd, Loganholme Phone: 3801 9199 www.hyperdomeshopping.com.au
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TUE 20 SEP MOVEMENT MONKEYS
FIRST 5 FOREVER
SPORTS PROGRAM
ACTIVITIES
9am–3pm | $99 early bird, $129 standard | 4–13 years See page 19 for details. Springwood State High School.
CRAFTY KIDS
16 months and under 10am | Free | Beenleigh & Marsden Libraries | 1–3 years 10.30am | Free | Logan West Library 3–5 years 10am | Free | Logan Hyperdome Library See page 15 for details.
9.30am–11.30am | Free | 5–11 years There’s something in this arts and crafts session for everyone - dye a t-shirt, make a pretty card, learn how to knit a scarf, create a wind spinner, design a dreamcatcher or even paint a pet rock! Bring a hat, water bottle and a plain white t-shirt to be dyed. Springwood Community Centre 53–57 Cinderella Dr, Springwood Phone: 3808 4529
CLIPPERTY CLIPPERTY’S EXCITING DISCOVERY SHOW 10am–11am | Free (bookings required) | 3–8 years Come and see Brisbane author, storyteller, actor and performance artist, Paula White, as she entertains children with her show. Logan Hyperdome Library 66 - 70 Mandew St, Shailer Park Phone: 3412 4120 www.loganlibraries.org/whats-on
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LEARN TO WAKEBOARD 10.30am–11.30am | $15 per person Limited spaces (bookings required) | 8–12 years From beginners to advanced riders, Cable Ski Logan caters for all levels and no prior experience is required as we go through safety instruction, coaching and equipment use with you to make your experience as enjoyable as possible. Cable Ski Logan, 80 Ferry Rd, Carbrook Phone: 3287 7777 Email: cableski@bigpond.com www.cableski.com.au/
CIRCUS CLASSES 11am–12pm, 1pm–2pm & 2pm–3pm | $22 (bookings required) | 6–14 years One-hour workshops, classes include warm-up, wire-walking, diablo, plate-spinning, aerial lyra & aerial silks. Logan Metro 357 Browns Plains Rd, Crestmead To book tickets: www.artrainingcentre. com.au
NEVERLAND SCHOOL HOLIDAY ACTIVATION 11am–3pm | Free | 3–12 years See page 9 for details. Logan Hyperdome.
PUPPET PETS 2pm–3pm | Free (bookings required) | Logan North Library | 5–12 years Create your own puppet pets or felt creature character. Logan North Library Cnr Sports Dr & Springwood Rd Phone: 3412 4140 www.loganlibraries.org/whats-on
PENNY THE PIRATE STORY TIME 11am, 12pm & 1pm | Free (bookings required) | 4–12 years Come dressed as a pirate and join in the fun as a storyteller reads Penny the Pirate, the first children’s book that is also an eye test thanks to OPSM. All children will receive a free book to take home. Grand Plaza outside OPSM 27 - 49 Browns Plains Rd, Browns Plains Phone: 07 3800 7700 www.grandplazashopping.com.au
LITTLEBITS ELECTRONICS FOR EVERYONE - INVENT AND CREATE! 3.30pm–4.30pm | Free (bookings required) | 5–10 years Learn how easy it is to design your own circuits with LittleBits. Design, build and invent circuits that perform simple tasks. Parents and carers are required to stay and assist children. Logan Hyperdome Library 66 - 70 Mandew St, Shailer Park Phone: 3412 4120 www.loganlibraries.org/whats-on
FAMILY MOVIE - JUMANJI (RATED G) 5.30pm | Free | 3–8 years Free movie screening. Marsden Library 35 Chambers Flat Rd, Marsden Phone: 3412 4180 www.loganlibraries.org/whats-on
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WED 21 SEP CORNUBIA PARK SPORTS CARNIVAL 9am–3pm | $50 per child. Payment can be made via Direct Debit, EFTPOS or cash at the Cornubia Park Sports Centre | 5–11 years This is a full, exciting day for kids with various sports and activities! This physio-designed program teaches children the fundamentals of six different sports and develops essential motor skills in a fun, non-competitive environment. Why not enrol your child in the full 3 days from 21 to 23 September? Book quickly as spaces fill up fast! Registrations are required. Bring along a water bottle, lunch and a hat. Wear enclosed shoes. Cornubia Park Sports Centre 146 Bryants Rd, Shailer Park Phone: 3801 3566 Email: holidayprogram@loganbasketball.com
KIDS’ MORNING OUT 9am–11.30am | Free | 0–5 years A fun, interactive morning with stories, songs and rhymes for families. Logan Village Library Wharf Street, Logan Village Phone: 5546 3839 www.loganlibraries.org/whats-on
MOVEMENT MONKEYS SPORTS PROGRAM 9am–3pm | $99 early bird, $129 standard | 4–13 years See page 19 for details. Springwood State High School.
FIRST 5 FOREVER ACTIVITIES 16 months and under 9.30am | Free | Jimboomba Library 10am | Free | Logan Hyperdome Library 11am | Free | Logan North Library 1–3 years 10.30am | Free | Jimboomba Library 11am | Free | Logan Hyperdome Library 3–5 years 10am | Free | Logan Central, Logan North and Marsden Libraries 10.30am | Free | Logan West Library 11.30am | Free | Greenbank Library See page 15 for details.
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CLAY SEA CREATURES WITH ARTIST MARNIE LINGER 10.30am–12.30pm | Free (15 places available - bookings required) | 6–14 years (carers to remain with children under 7 years) Create a three-dimensional sea creature such as a fish, sea star or turtle in clay. Learn clay making techniques such as coiling or pinching. Logan Art Gallery Cnr Wembley Rd and Jacaranda Ave, Logan Central Phone: 3412 5519 Email: artgallery@logan.qld.gov.au
FAMILY MOVIE - CATS AND DOGS II (RATED G) 2pm | Free | All ages Free movie screening.
FAMILY MOVIE - ZOOTOPIA (RATED PG)
Logan West Library 69 Grand Plaza Drive, Browns Plains Phone: 3412 4160 www.loganlibraries.org/whats-on
1pm | Free | All ages Free movie screening. Logan Hyperdome Library 66 - 70 Mandew St, Shailer Park Phone: 3412 4120 www.loganlibraries.org/whats-on
SPORTS SUPERSTAR 11am–2pm | Free | 5–12 years See page 19 for details. Marsden Park Shopping Centre.
FAMILY MOVIE - FROZEN
NEVERLAND SCHOOL
(RATED PG)
HOLIDAY ACTIVATION
11am | Free | All ages
11am–3pm | Free | 3–12 years
Free movie screening.
See page 9 for details. Logan Hyperdome.
Marsden Library 35 Chambers Flat Rd, Marsden Phone: 3412 4180 www.loganlibraries.org/whats-on
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WED 21 SEP PUPPET PETS 1pm–2pm | Free (bookings required) | Logan West Library | 5–12 years
ROBOT PICNIC 12.30pm–2pm | Free (bookings required) | 3–12 years Love robots? Come and meet Beebot, Dash and Sphero at Logan Art Gallery at our very first robot picnic. Get these lovable robots rolling and exploring the gallery courtyard. Bring your own picnic rug, or use one of ours. Snacks provided.
Create your own puppet pets or felt creature character. Logan West Library 69 Grand Plaza Dr, Browns Plains Phone: 3412 4160 www.loganlibraries.org/whats-on
Logan Art Gallery Cnr Wembley Rd and Jacaranda Ave, Logan Central Phone: 3412 5519 Email: artgallery@logan.qld.gov.au
COLOURFUL CREATIONS 12.30pm–2.30pm | Free | 5–11 years
UP-CYCLING MATERIALS
Kids will love this fun, interactive and imaginative art workshop where they will explore different materials and techniques to create their very own artistic masterpieces. There is no right or wrong in these workshops, we encourage mistakes and mess!
FOR FAMILIES
Bring a water bottle and a smock/apron if you have one. Crestmead PCYC Gimlet St, Crestmead Phone: 3805 4100 14
3pm–4.30pm | Free (bookings required) | 5+ years Join Roman Spur to learn how to create practical stuff from recycled materials (wicking boxes, pots, solar cooker etc) and make a bean sprout farm to take home. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Logan North Library Cnr Sports Dr & Springwood Rd Phone: 3412 4140 www.loganlibraries.org/whats-on
Activities presented at Logan Libraries Did you know that the things your child learns in the first five years lasts their whole life? • You can build your child’s language and learning skills by attending our First 5 Forever programs. • Start now by attending a Baby time, Toddler time or Story time program. • Learn skills to continue your child’s learning at home. • Meet other families at free, weekly programs. • Sessions are specially designed for young children with lots of fun, noise and playful learning!
for young children Baby Time Recommended for ages 16 months and under. 30-minute session.
Please Note: Bookings not required. All welcome!
Beenleigh Tuesdays - 10am
Logan Central
Toddler Time
Logan North 11am
Logan Hyperdome Mondays and Wednesdays - 11am
Logan Central
Story Time -
Logan West
Logan North
Beenleigh
Fridays and Saturdays - 10.30am
Jimboomba Wednesdays and Thursdays -
10.30am
Marsden
Tuesdays - 10.30am
Greenbank Wednesdays - 11.30am Saturdays - 10.30am
Jimboomba
Tuesdays - 10am
Logan West
Fridays - 11am
Thursdays - 10am Saturdays - 10.30am
Marsden
Mondays - 10.30am
Wednesdays -
Beenleigh Mondays - 10am
Mondays - 10am
Recommended for ages 3 to 5 years. 45-minute session.
Jimboomba Wednesdays and Thursdays - 9.30am
Saturdays - 9.30am
Fridays - 10am
Recommended for ages 1 to 3 years. 30-minute session.
Logan Hyperdome Mondays and Wednesdays - 10am
Logan Central Wednesdays - 10am Saturdays - 10.30am
Mondays - 10am
Logan Hyperdome Tuesdays and Fridays - 10am Saturdays - 10.30am
Logan North Wednesdays and Fridays - 10am Saturdays - 10.30am The Hobbit: Wed 21 Sep - 10am
Logan West Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays - 10.30am
Sensory Story Time
Logan Village Saturdays -
10.30am
Marsden Wednesdays and Fridays - 10am Saturdays - 10.30am
Logan West
Recommended for Sat 17 Sep - 10.30am children aged 10 and under. This is an inclusive session for all. Staff use preschool-level stories and sensory resources. 30–45 minute session.
See page 25 for Library Locations.
Logan City Council Libraries proudly supports the First 5 Forever family literacy initiative, funded by the Queensland Government.
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THU 22 SEP KIDS TOURS AND
MOVEMENT MONKEYS
EDUCATION SESSIONS -
SPORTS PROGRAM
ANIMAL MANAGEMENT 9am–11am | Free (bookings required) | Up to 12 years Love pets? A helpful half-ay program to include - Animal management overview, bite/attack prevention, the needs of our pets, patting protocol and pat & play session (supervised). Animal Management Centre 213 Queens Rd, Kingston Email: amc@logan.qld.gov.au
CORNUBIA PARK SPORTS CARNIVAL 9am–3pm | $50 per child. Payment can be made via Direct Debit, EFTPOS or cash at the Cornubia Park Sports Centre | 5–11 years This is a full, exciting day for kids with various sports and activities! This physio-designed program teaches children the fundamentals of six different sports and develops essential motor skills in a fun, non-competitive environment. Why not enrol your child in the full 3 days from 21 to 23 September? Book quickly as spaces fill up fast! Registrations are required. Bring along a water bottle, lunch and a hat. Wear enclosed shoes. Cornubia Park Sports Centre 146 Bryants Rd, Shailer Park Phone: 3801 3566 Email: holidayprogram@loganbasketball.com 16
9am–3pm | $99 early bird, $129 standard | 4–13 years See page 19 for details. Springwood State High School.
FIRST 5 FOREVER ACTIVITIES 16 months and under 9.30am | Free | Jimboomba Library 1–3 years 10.30am | Free | Jimboomba Library 3–5 years 10am | Free | Beenleigh Library See page 15 for details.
CHOC’N’CHATS TOURS 10am–10.30am | $9 per head (includes a chocolate gift to the value of $9) | All ages Learn all about the chocolate-making process from the experts in Logan. Bookings recommended. Poppy’s Chocolates 5/2 Spanns Rd, Beenleigh Phone: 3807 1936 www.poppyschocolate.com.au
ZUMBA KIDS 10am–11am | Free | 5–11 years Fun fitness for kids! Zumba is a high-energy dance party where children can meet new friends and enjoy moving and grooving to their favourite top 40 hits. Bring a water bottle and a towel. Wear enclosed shoes. Tudor Park PCYC Tudor Park, 71 - 78 Clarks Rd, Loganholme Phone: 3805 4100
KIDS IN THE KITCHEN CLIPPERTY CLIPPERTY’S EXCITING DISCOVERY SHOW 10am–11am | Free (bookings required) | 3–8 years Come and see Brisbane author, storyteller, actor and performance artist, Paula White, as she entertains children with her show. Logan Central Library 26 Wilbur St, Logan Central Phone: 3412 4100 www.loganlibraries.org/whats-on
POKEMON PICNIC 10am–12pm | Free | 5–11 years Is your child crazy about Pokemon Go? Why not take them along to join PCYC’s youth team on a Pokemon hunt around the Crestmead Community Park followed by a healthy picnic in the park. Children will need to bring a phone with the Pokemon Go app already downloaded. Must wear enclosed shoes and bring a water bottle and a hat. Spaces are limited. Crestmead PCYC Gimlet St, Crestmead Phone: 3805 4100
10am–12.30pm | Free | 5–11 years Does your child want to learn how to cook? Kids in the Kitchen allows children and their parent/carer to engage together through healthy food preparation, cooking and eating. After cooking and eating together, children and parents/carers will complete a small ‘seasonal’ craft activity. Children will be able to take home their finished craft project. This is an activity for both children and parents/carers. Kingston East Neighbourhood Group 177 Meakin Rd, Slacks Creek Phone: 3808 1684
FUTSAL SCHOOL HOLIDAY CLINIC 9am–3pm | Whole day - $49 / Half day $29 | 6–14 years Futsal/Football oriented clinic. Fun-based activity to introduce the basic skills of Futsal. Activities will include drills and fun games. GOL Brasil Futsal Academy Mt Warren Sports Centre 2 Milne St, Mt Warren Park Phone: 0419 792 136 www.golbrasilacademy.com 17
CABLE SKIING FOR KIDS 10.30am–11.30am | $15 per person Limited spaces (bookings required) | 8–12 years
THU 22 SEP PUPPET PETS
From beginners to advanced riders, Cable Ski Logan caters for all levels and no prior experience is required as we go through safety instruction, coaching and equipment use with you to make your experience as enjoyable as possible.
11am–12pm | Free (bookings required) | 5–12 years
Cable Ski Logan 80 Ferry Rd, Carbrook Phone: 3287 7777 Email: cableski@bigpond.com www.cableski.com.au
Beenleigh Library Crete St, Beenleigh Phone: 3412 4130 www.loganlibraries.org/whats-on
FAMILY MOVIE - PRINCESS BRIDE (RATED G) 5.30pm | Free | All ages Free movie screening. Marsden Library 35 Chambers Flat Rd, Marsden Phone: 3412 4180 www.loganlibraries.org/whats-on
SPORTS SUPERSTAR
Create your own puppet pets or felt creature character.
MUSIC WORKSHOP 11.30am–12.30pm | Free | 5–11 years Does your child love music? This workshop will help them to develop their musical ability using beat, rhythm, movement and language. Kids can join in on the drumming circle, play with instruments and learn to sing a tune or two! Bring a water bottle. Tudor Park PCYC Tudor Park, 71 - 78 Clarks Rd, Loganholme Phone: 3805 4100
11am–2pm | Free | 5–12 years
FAMILY MOVIE - UP
See page 19 for details. Marsden Park Shopping Centre.
(RATED PG) 3.30pm | Free | All ages
NEVERLAND SCHOOL
Free movie screening.
HOLIDAY ACTIVATION
Logan Village Library Wharf St, Logan Village Phone: 5546 3939 www.loganlibraries.org/whats-on
11am–3pm | Free | 3–12 years 18
See page 9 for details. Logan Hyperdome.
Become a sports superstar these school holidays with Marsden’s sports arena located in the Marsden Park Shopping Centre. Children aged 5 to 12 will have the opportunity to take the sporting industry by storm as they compete in table tennis, basketball, ten pin bowling and soccer throughout these school holidays from 11am to 2pm Wednesday through to Saturday. Free activities. Marsden Park Shopping Centre 57-77 Chambers Flat Rd, Marsden
Movement Monkeys was founded by a group of dedicated coaches with the aim of introducing new sports to children, developing sport-specific skills, and social skills. The program runs for the week (Mon 19 Sep–Fri 23 Sep) from 9am to 3pm. Before and after hours care is also available. The program is open to children aged 4-13. Children will participate in 5-6 sessions per day rotating through a variety of sports (eg. tennis, golf, futsal/soccer, zova, netball, circus, basketball, taekwondo, cricket, AFL, handball, games/ teambuilding, dance, baseball, bowling, etc.) Cost: $99 early bird, $129 standard Springwood State High School 202 Springwood Rd, Springwood Phone: 0408 024 774 www.movementmonkeys.com.au
BOOK EXCHANGE – Marsden Park Shopping Centre 27 Aug–14 Nov | 9am–5pm | Free | 5–12 Years Something Old, Something New, Take A Book and Leave One Too. Customers can use this space to bring in old books to exchange for a new one FREE of charge. Various areas are available in the space for both adults and children to read. Children can sit around the campfire and share stories. Character Story Telling will be available every Thursday from 10am–12pm.
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FRI 23 SEP MOVEMENT MONKEYS
FIRST 5 FOREVER
SCHOOL HOLIDAY SPORTS
ACTIVITIES
PROGRAM 9am–3pm | $99 early bird, $129 standard | 4–13 years See page 19 for details. Springwood State High School.
CORNUBIA PARK SPORTS CARNIVAL
16 months and under 10am | Free | Logan Central Library 1–3 years 11am | Free | Logan North Library 3–5 years 10am | Free | Logan Hyperdome, Logan North and Marsden Libraries 10.30am | Free | Jimboomba and Logan West Libraries See page 15 for details.
9am–3pm | $50 per child. Payment can be made via Direct Debit, EFTPOS or cash at the Cornubia Park Sports Centre | 5–11 years This is a full, exciting day for kids with various sports and activities! This physio-designed program teaches children the fundamentals of six different sports and develops essential motor skills in a fun, non-competitive environment. Why not enrol your child in the full 3 days from 21 to 23 September? Book quickly as spaces fill up fast! Registrations are required. Bring along a water bottle, lunch and a hat. Wear enclosed shoes. Cornubia Park Sports Centre 146 Bryants Rd, Shailer Park Phone: 3801 3566 Email: holidayprogram@loganbasketball.com
MULTICULTURAL DANCE – ‘MANA’ THE SPIRIT OF POLYNESIA 10am–11am | Free | 5–11 years Come along and have fun learning dances from New Zealand, Fiji, Samoa, Hawaii and Native America – even some hip hop! Wear loose clothing to dance in, sneakers and bring along your water bottle and a small towel. Darlington Park Yarrabilba Dr, Yarrabilba Phone: 0414 813 656 Email: btmangakahia@gmail.com
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PLAY & LEARN ILLUMINATED PAPERCUTS: MOON FESTIVAL WORKSHOP WITH ARTIST PAMELA SEE 10am–12pm | Free (15 places available bookings required) | 8–15 years Lanterns play an integral role in the ‘midAutumn’ Moon Festival. In this workshop, participants will decorate a lantern using papercut motifs of their own design. Logan Art Gallery Cnr Wembley Rd and Jacaranda Ave, Logan Central Phone: 3412 5519 Email: artgallery@logan.qld.gov.au
11am | Free | 0–5 years A fun, interactive session of playing, talking and games for families. Healthy snacks provided. Jimboomba Library 18–22 Honora St, Jimboomba Phone: 3412 4190 www.loganlibraries.org/whats-on
SPORTS SUPERSTAR 11am–2pm | Free | 5–12 years See page 19 for details. Marsden Park Shopping Centre.
NEVERLAND SCHOOL CRAFTERNOON TEA 11am–1pm | Cost $10pp plus tea menu selection | 5+ years Devon Pixies and Kirrileigh Crafts bring you ‘Crafternoon Tea’ for the September school holidays. Sit and enjoy a cream tea or high tea, then take some time to make your individual paper and felt flowers. Suitable for ages 5 and up (parental / guardian supervision required), all craft supplies provided. Cost $10pp plus tea menu selection. Allow up to 2 hours for tea and craft activity - everyone gets to take home what they make. Devon Pixies 49–55 Quinzeh Creek Rd, Logan Village Phone: 0449 285 277 Email: tea@devonpixies.com www.devonpixies.com
HOLIDAY ACTIVATION 11am–3pm | Free | 3–12 years See page 9 for details. Logan Hyperdome.
BUSH TUCKER WORKSHOP 1pm–2pm | Free | 5–11 years Learn to identify local bush food species, incorporate bush food flavours in everyday cooking and tips on growing your own bush tucker garden. Spaces are limited. Yugambeh Museum 2 Plantation Rd, Beenleigh Phone: 3807 6155 Email: admin@yugambeh.com
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SAT 24 SEP
HAPPY CAMP
FIRST 5 FOREVER ACTIVITIES
8.30am–4pm | $30 one child, $50 two children, Group discounts $20 per child | 5–12 years Future & Hope. Group performances, arts & craft, creative workshops, outdoor activities, Sharma stories & Buddhism sessions. Lunch & refreshments provided. Chung Tian Temple 1034 Underwood Rd, Priestdale Phone: 3841 3511 Email: yad.queensland@gmail.com chungtian.org.au
16 months and under 9.30am | Free | Logan Hyperdome Library 3–5 years 10.30am | Free | All City of Logan Libraries See page 15 for details.
INDIGENOUS TRADITIONAL GAMES 10am–11am | Free | 5–11 years
9am–10am | Free (bookings required) | 5–12 years
Everyone is welcome to come along and learn about the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture through playing fun and interactive games traditionally played in Australian and Torres Strait Islander communities.
Experience 3D printing and learn how to create and print your own design.
Meet underneath pergola near Logan Central Police Station.
Jimboomba Library 18–22 Honora St, Jimboomba Phone: 3412 4190 www.loganlibraries.org/whats-on
Logan Gardens 12 Civic Pde, Logan Central Phone: 0478 570 474 Email: kelka23@hotmail.com
3D PRINTING FOR JUNIORS
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NEVERLAND SCHOOL HOLIDAY ACTIVATION AERIAL ACROBATS 11am, 12pm & 1pm | Free | All ages
11am–3pm | Free | 3–12 years See page 9 for details. Logan Hyperdome.
Lose yourself in a dazzling aerial artist performance that will leave you amazed and wanting more. Grand Plaza Centre Court 27 - 49 Browns Plains Rd, Browns Plains Phone: 3800 7700 www.grandplazashopping.com.au
JUNIOR ROBOCREATIONS 11am–12.30pm | Free (bookings required) | 5–9 years Fire up your imagination and create robotic masterpieces. We will be using LEGO WeDo and other platforms to build and explore different forms of robotics. Parents/carers are required to stay with children. Logan North Library Cnr Sports Drive & Springwood Rd Phone: 3412 4140 www.loganlibraries.org/whats-on
LOGAN NORTH AQUATIC AND FITNESS CENTRE COME AND TRY DAY 12pm–2pm | Free | All ages
SPORTS SUPERSTAR 11am–2pm | Free | 5–12 years See page 19 for details. Marsden Park Shopping Centre.
Free entry, free jumping castle for under 5s, use the pool, speak to our friendly staff and pick up information about the swim school, squad swimming, Logan Vikings and the gym. Logan North Aquatic and Fitness Centre 2 Sports Dr, Underwood Phone: 3412 5650 www.facebook.com/aqualoganqld
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SUN 25 SEP ROW THE RIVER EARLY BIRD & BREAKFAST MARKETS 6am–12pm | Free - $5 depending on activity | 3–12 years The Early Bird Markets are a Sunday celebration of all things Breakfast, Food, Produce, Provisions, Craft, Knick-Knacks and more. During the Imagination Children’s Festival there will be fun activities to keep the kids entertained! Beenleigh Town Square Cnr James & Kent St, Beenleigh www.facebook.com/ earlybirdbreakfastmarkets
HAPPY CAMP 8.30am–4pm | $30 one child, $50 two children, Group discounts $20 per child | 5–12 years Future & Hope. Group performances, arts & craft, creative workshops, outdoor activities, Sharma stories & Buddhism sessions. Lunch & refreshments provided. Chung Tian Temple 1034 Underwood Rd, Priestdale Phone: 3841 3511 Email: yad.queensland@gmail.com www.chungtian.org.au
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8am–9am & 9.30am–10.30am | Free (bookings required) | 8+ years Join us at the Logan River this World Rivers Day and try your hand at canoeing. Canoes will be supplied. Covered shoes must be worn. Waterford Bookings: www.logan.qld.gov.au/ environmentalevents Phone: 3412 4491
AERIAL ACROBATS 11am, 12pm & 1pm | Free | All ages Lose yourself in a dazzling aerial artist performance that will leave you amazed and wanting more. Grand Plaza Centre Court 27 - 49 Browns Plains Rd, Browns Plains Phone: 3800 7700 www.grandplazashopping.com.au
NEVERLAND SCHOOL HOLIDAY ACTIVATION 11am–3pm | Free | 3–12 years See page 9 for details. Logan Hyperdome.
Library locations Please see website for opening times: www.loganlibraries.org Access free WiFi at the library!
Beenleigh Library (Ph: 3412 4130), Crete St, Beenleigh, QLD 4207 Greenbank Library (Ph: 3297 5158), 145-167 Teviot Rd, Greenbank, QLD 4124
Jimboomba Library & Community Centre (Ph: 3412 4190), 18-22 Honora St, Jimboomba, QLD 4280 Logan Central Library (Ph: 3412 4100), 26 Wilbur St, Logan Central, QLD 4114 Logan Hyperdome Library (Ph: 3412 4120), 66-70 Mandew St, Shailer Park, QLD 4128 Logan North Library (Ph: 3412 4140), Cnr Sports Dr and Springwood Rd, Underwood, QLD 4119 Logan West Library (Ph: 3412 4160), 69 Grand Plaza Dr, Browns Plains, QLD 4118 Logan Village Library (Ph: 5546 3839), Wharf St, Logan Village, QLD 4207 Marsden Library (Ph: 3412 4180), 35 Chambers Flat Rd, Marsden, QLD 4132 Register online or at your closest Logan City Council library to get your
FREE library card.
www.loganlibraries.org
RK A P N O T S G N I K RACEWAY
ImagiNation Children’s Festival Special Ride packages: 5–9 year olds: $30 (normally $35) 10–16 year olds: $40 (normally $45) Book online to pre-pay and quote the code name ‘Imagination’ to obtain Festival discounts.
Open from 10am – 5pm daily. Phone: 3826 2255 Address: 20 Mudgee St, Kingston www.kingstonpark.com.au
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MON 26 SEP CABLE SKI LOGAN CAMP -
SUPER SIMPLE
INTERMEDIATE AND
ILLUSTRATION
ADVANCED 7.30am–5pm (2 days) | Intermediate to Advanced: $195, Sibling discount 25%, Members discount 25% | 3–15 years This two-day camp is for the more experienced riders and is designed to enhance skills by setting goals and coaching them to achieve them. Riders will be asked to write down their goals and all development in their Kids Camp booklet. The camp includes a one-night stay at Cable Ski Logan, all food and two days of wakeboarding! All riders will receive a Kids Camp booklet to complete and some special prizes. Cable Ski Logan 80 Ferry Rd, Carbrook Phone: 3287 7777 Email: cableski@bigpond.com www.cableski.com.au
FIRST 5 FOREVER
9.30am–10.30am | Logan Central Library 11.30am–12.30pm | Logan West Library 2pm–3pm | Jimboomba Library Free (bookings required) | 5–12 years Join Author/Illustrator Peter Carnavas for a fun session of super simple illustration. Using just circles, lines and dots, Peter will show you how to create interesting characters and tell your own stories by just using pictures. Logan Central Library 26 Wilbur St, Logan Central Phone: 3412 4100 Logan West Library 69 Grand Plaza Dr, Browns Plains Phone: 3412 4160 Jimboomba Library 18 - 22 Honora St, Jimboomba Phone: 3412 4190 www.loganlibraries.org/whats-on
CHOC’N’CHATS TOURS
ACTIVITIES 16 months and under 10am | Free | Logan Hyperdome Library 1–3 years 10am | Free | Beenleigh, Logan Central and Marsden Libraries 11am | Free | Logan Central Library See page 15 for details.
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10am–10.30am | $9 per head (includes a chocolate gift to the value of $9) | All ages Learn all about the chocolate-making process from the experts in Logan. Bookings recommended. Poppy’s Chocolates 5/2 Spanns Rd, Beenleigh Phone: 3807 1936 www.poppyschocolate.com.au
LAH-LAH - SING IT LOUD! 10am–11am | $25.50 | 12 months+ Sing it Loud! Is the brand new live musical extravaganza from Lah-Lah’s Big Live Band. The Stars of ABC KIDS will be playing up a storm in 2016 as they travel all over Australia with their biggest musical show ever! Meet Mister Saxophone, Squeezy Sneezy the piano accordion, Tom Tom on drums, Buzz the Bandleader, Lola the Dancing Double Bass and the ever loveable Lah-Lah as they share their love of making music and their wonderful musical instruments. Get ready to Sing It Loud! with Lah-Lah. Logan Entertainment Centre 170 Wembley Rd, Logan Central Phone: 3412 5626 www.loganentertainmentcentre.com.au
HIP HOP DANCE CLASS 10am–12pm | Free | 5–11 years Learn some hip hop dance moves in a fun and open environment. Bring a water bottle. Wear enclosed shoes and appropriate clothing to dance in. Gould Adams Community Centre 558-612 Kingston Rd, Kingston Phone: 3412 8222 Email: sports2@acsl.org.au
AERIAL ACROBATS 11am, 12pm & 1pm | Free | All ages Lose yourself in a dazzling aerial artist performance that will leave you amazed and wanting more. Grand Plaza Centre Ct 27 - 49 Browns Plains Rd, Browns Plains Phone: 3800 7700 www.grandplazashopping.com.au
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MON 26 SEP NEVERLAND SCHOOL HOLIDAY ACTIVATION
LITTLEBITS ELECTRONICS
11am–3pm | Free | 3–12 years
FOR EVERYONE - INVENT
See page 9 for details. Logan Hyperdome.
AND CREATE! 3.30pm–4.30pm | Free (bookings required) | 5–12 years Learn how easy it is to design your own circuits with LittleBits. Design, build and invent circuits that perform simple tasks. Parents and carers are required to stay and assist children. Marsden Library 35 Chambers Flat Rd, Marsden Phone: 3412 4180 www.loganlibraries.org/whats-on
KIDS ALIVE SWIM PROGRAM FAMILY GARDENING WORKSHOP: CREATE AN EDIBLE PLANTER 1.30pm–3pm | Free (bookings required) | 5–12 years Create your very own pot of yummy edible plants, including how to pot up, decorate, water, fertilise and care for your plants. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Logan Central Library 26 Wilbur St, Logan Central Phone: 3412 4100 www.loganlibraries.org/whats-on 28
3pm–5.30pm | Free (bookings required) | Early childhood Vital swimming skills and water awareness information are provided in five consecutive free classes at the Logan North Aquatic and Fitness Centre. Logan North Aquatic and Fitness Centre 2 Sports Dr Underwood Phone: 3412 5645 from Monday 19 Sep to book your free lesson www.facebook.com/aqualoganqld
912 Chambers Flat Rd, Chambers Flat Phone 5546 3652
BERRY PATCH Located in Chambers Flat, The Berry Patch grows strawberries from June to November annually. Once the crops are ripe and plentiful, generally around late July, the patches are opened up to public strawberry picking. Kids will love wandering the rows of strawberry plants searching for the biggest strawberry and picking all the ripe ones they find along the way. The farm is open to the public from 9am to 5pm Monday to Saturday and from 9am to 4pm on Sundays.
Sand Wizard fun at Beenleigh Marketplace these school holidays Monday 26th September to Saturday 1st October From 10am - 3pm daily Create your very own sand masterpiece these school holidays.
beenleighmarketplace.com.au
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TUE 27 SEP BALLOON ANIMALS WORKSHOP 11am | Free | 8 years and under Learn how to twist balloons into all sorts of animals in this fun workshop. It can be tricky, so parents/guardians are required to participate with children aged under 8 years.
FIRST 5 FOREVER ACTIVITIES 16 months and under 10am | Free | Beenleigh & Marsden Libraries 1–3 years 10.30am | Free | Logan West Library 3–5 years 10am | Free | Logan Hyperdome Library See page 15 for details.
PHOTOGRAPHY 10am–12pm | Free | 5–11 years This workshop will offer children the opportunity to learn some photography skills, become more aware of the environment and how to manipulate it through a camera lens, and develop confidence in their creative talents. Bring a camera, iPhone, iPad or tablet. Morning tea will be provided. Kingston East Neighbourhood Group 177 Meakin Rd, Slacks Creek Phone: 3808 1684 30
Logan Hyperdome Library 66–70 Mandew St, Shailer Park Phone: 3412 4120 www.loganlibraries.org/whats-on
SUPER SIMPLE ILLUSTRATION 11am–12pm | Marsden Library 1.30pm–2.30pm | Logan Village Library 3.30pm–4.30pm | Greenbank Library Free (bookings required) | 5–12 years Join Author/Illustrator Peter Carnavas for a fun session of super simple illustration. Using just circles, lines and dots, Peter will show you how to create interesting characters and tell your own stories by just using pictures. Marsden Library 35 Chambers Flat Rd, Marsden Phone: 3412 4180 Logan Village Library Wharf St, Logan Village Phone: 5546 3939 Greenbank Library 145 - 167 Teviot Rd, Greenbank Phone: 3297 5158 www.loganlibraries.org/whats-on
FAMILY GARDENING WORKSHOP AERIAL ACROBATS 11am, 12pm & 1pm | Free | All ages Lose yourself in a dazzling aerial artist performance that will leave you amazed and wanting more. Grand Plaza Centre Court 27 - 49 Browns Plains Rd, Browns Plains Phone: 3800 7700 www.grandplazashopping.com.au
NEVERLAND SCHOOL HOLIDAY ACTIVATION 11am–3pm | Free | 3–12 years See page 9 for details. Logan Hyperdome.
TECH FOR KIDS 2pm–3pm | Free (bookings required) | 6–12 years A hands-on iPad workshop for children aged 6-12 years. Discover fun apps to help children learn while they play, including apps that help to develop estimating and problem solving skills. Logan Hyperdome Library 66-70 Mandew St, Shailer Park Phone: 3412 4120 www.loganlibraries.org/whats-on
2pm–3.30pm | Free (bookings required) | 5–12 years A hosted demonstration on how to grow plants from seeds. Take something special home for your own garden. Parents and carers are required to assist children. Jimboomba Library 18 - 22 Honora St, Jimboomba Phone: 3412 4190 www.loganlibraries.org/whats-on
KIDS ALIVE SWIM PROGRAM 3pm–5.30pm | Free (bookings required) | Early childhood Vital swimming skills and water awareness information are provided in five consecutive free classes at the Logan North Aquatic and Fitness Centre. Logan North Aquatic and Fitness Centre 2 Sports Dr Underwood Phone: 3412 5645 from Monday 19 Sep to book your free lesson www.facebook.com/aqualoganqld
FAMILY MOVIE - TANGLED (RATED PG) 3pm | Free | 3–8 years Free movie screening. Logan Central Library 26 Wilbur St, Logan Central Phone: 3412 4100 www.loganlibraries.org/whats-on 31
WED 28 SEP
KIDS’ MORNING OUT 9am–11.30am | Free | 0–5 years A fun, interactive morning with stories, songs and rhymes for families.
TECH JUNK WORKSHOP WITH SUBSTATION 33
Logan Village Library Wharf St Logan Village Phone: 5546 3839 www.loganlibraries.org/whats-on
9.30am | Free | 8–14 years Recycle electronic waste with Substation 33. Explore the potential to create new projects out of recycled material. Parents/guardians must attend with children. Beenleigh Library Crete St, Beenleigh Phone: 3412 4130 www.loganlibraries.org/whats-on
SUPER SIMPLE ILLUSTRATION 10am–11am | Logan North Library 12pm–1pm | Logan Hyperdome Library 2.30pm–3.30pm | Beenleigh Library Free (bookings required) | 5–12 years Join Author/Illustrator Peter Carnavas for a fun session of super simple illustration. Using just circles, lines and dots, Peter will show you how to create interesting characters and tell your own stories by just using pictures. Logan North Library Cnr Sports Dr & Springwood Rd Phone: 3412 4140 Logan Hyperdome Library 66 - 70 Mandew St, Shailer Park Phone: 3412 4120 Beenleigh Library Crete St, Beenleigh Phone: 3412 4130 www.loganlibraries.org/whats-on 32
FIRST 5 FOREVER ACTIVITIES 16 months and under 9.30am | Free | Jimboomba Library 10am | Free | Logan Hyperdome Library 11am | Free | Logan North Library 1–3 years 10.30am | Free | Jimboomba Library 11am | Free | Logan Hyperdome Library 3–5 years 10am | Free | Logan Central, Logan North and Marsden Libraries 10.30am | Free | Logan West Library 11.30am | Free | Greenbank Library See page 15 for details.
PRINTMAKING: DRYPOINT ETCHING WITH ARTIST NICOLA HOOPER 10am–1pm | Free (15 places available bookings required) | 8–14 years Working from a photograph of yourself, create a dry point etching using Mylar film, oil-based printing ink and the printing press. What to bring: A4 size printed photograph or photocopy of a self-portrait (yourself). Logan Art Gallery Cnr Wembley Rd and Jacaranda Ave, Logan Central Phone: 3412 5519 Email: artgallery@logan.qld.gov.au
FAMILY MOVIE - ZOOTOPIA
PUPPET PETS
(RATED PG) 11am | Free | All ages Free movie screening. Marsden Library 35 Chambers Flat Rd, Marsden Phone: 3412 4180 www.loganlibraries.org/whats-on
AERIAL ACROBATS 11am, 12pm & 1pm | Free | All ages Lose yourself in a dazzling aerial artist performance that will leave you amazed and wanting more. Grand Plaza Centre Court 27 - 49 Browns Plains Rd, Browns Plains Phone: 3800 7700 www.grandplazashopping.com.au
SPORTS SUPERSTAR 11am–2pm | Free | 5–12 years See page 19 for details. Marsden Park Shopping Centre.
NEVERLAND SCHOOL HOLIDAY ACTIVATION 11am–3pm | Free | 3–12 years See page 9 for details. Logan Hyperdome.
1.30pm–2.30pm | Free (bookings required) | Logan Village Library 3.30pm–4.30pm | Free (bookings required) | Greenbank Library | 5–12 years Create your own puppet pets or felt creature character. Logan Village Library Wharf St, Logan Village Phone: 5546 3839 Greenbank Library 145 - 167 Teviot Rd, Greenbank Phone: 3297 5158 www.loganlibraries.org/whats-on
KIDS YOGA 3pm–3.45pm | Free | 8–11 years Kids Yoga classes have been designed with props and games to help your child develop a mind and body connection, improve concentration and focus, refine balance and boost self-esteem and confidence. Bring along a yoga mat (or a towel) and a water bottle. Greenbank Community Centre 145 Teviot Rd, Greenbank Phone: 0435 592 295
KIDS ALIVE SWIM PROGRAM 3pm–5.30pm | Free (bookings required) | Early childhood Vital swimming skills and water awareness information are provided in five consecutive free classes at the Logan North Aquatic and Fitness Centre. Logan North Aquatic and Fitness Centre 2 Sports Dr Underwood Phone: 3412 5645 from Monday 19 Sep to book your free lesson www.facebook.com/aqualoganqld
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THU 29 SEP FIRST 5 FOREVER ACTIVITIES 16 months and under 9.30am | Free | Jimboomba Library
KIDS TOURS AND EDUCATION SESSIONS ANIMAL MANAGEMENT
1–3 years 10.30am | Free | Jimboomba Library 3–5 years 10am | Free | Beenleigh Library See page 15 for details.
9am–11am | Free (bookings required) | Up to 12 years Love pets? A helpful half-day program to include - Animal management overview, bite/ attack prevention, the needs of our pets, patting protocol, and pat & play session (supervised). Animal Management Centre 213 Queens Rd, Kingston Email: amc@logan.qld.gov.au
CRAFTY KIDS 9.30am–11.30am | Free | 5–11 years There’s something in this arts and crafts session for everyone - dye a t-shirt, make a pretty card, learn how to knit a scarf, create a wind spinner, design a dreamcatcher or even paint a pet rock! Bring a hat, water bottle and a plain white t-shirt to be dyed.
MULTISPORTS 9am–12pm | Free | 5–11 years Try out a diverse range of sports and activities such as tennis, football, cricket and skill-based games… just to name a few! Bring a water bottle, hat and sunscreen. Wear enclosed shoes and appropriate clothes for physical activity. Gould Adams Community Centre 558-612 Kingston Rd, Kingston Phone: 3412 8222 Email: sports2@acsl.org.au 34
Springwood Community Centre 53-57 Cinderella Dr, Springwood Phone: 3808 4529
CHOC’N’CHATS TOURS 10am–10.30am | $9 per head (includes a chocolate gift to the value of $9) | All ages Learn all about the chocolate-making process from the experts in Logan. Bookings recommended. Poppy’s Chocolates 5/2 Spanns Rd, Beenleigh Phone: 3807 1936 www.poppyschocolate.com.au
SPORTS SUPERSTAR YUGAMBEH BUMMALEIR -
11am–2pm | Free | 5–12 years
SCREEN PRINTING
See page 19 for details. Marsden Park Shopping Centre.
10am–11am | Free | 5–11 years Yugambeh Bummaleir is an exploration of culture, storytelling, meaning and discovery, taking participants on an artistic and creative journey through the art of screen printing. Participants can bring their own item to screen print or the Yugambeh Museum will have bandanas available for purchase for $5 each. Yugambeh Museum 2 Plantation Rd, Beenleigh Phone: 3807 6155 Email: admin@yugambeh.com
3D PRINTING FOR JUNIORS 11am & 12pm | Free (bookings required) | 5–12 years Experience 3D printing and learn how to create and print your own design. Logan Hyperdome Library 66 - 70 Mandew St, Shailer Park Phone: 3412 4120 www.loganlibraries.org/whats-on
NEVERLAND SCHOOL HOLIDAY ACTIVATION 11am–3pm | Free | 3–12 years See page 9 for details. Logan Hyperdome.
KIDS ALIVE SWIM PROGRAM 3pm–5.30pm | Free (bookings required) | Early childhood Vital swimming skills and water awareness information are provided in five consecutive free classes at the Logan North Aquatic and Fitness Centre. Logan North Aquatic and Fitness Centre 2 Sports Drive Underwood Phone: 3412 5645 from Monday 19 Sep to book your free lesson www.facebook.com/aqualoganqld
FAMILY MOVIE - INSIDE OUT AERIAL ACROBATS
(RATED PG)
11am, 12pm & 1pm | Free | All ages
4pm | Free | All ages
Lose yourself in a dazzling aerial artist performance that will leave you amazed and wanting more.
Free movie screening.
Grand Plaza Centre Ct 27 - 49 Browns Plains Rd, Browns Plains Phone: 3800 7700 www.grandplazashopping.com.au
Greenbank Library 145 - 167 Teviot Rd, Greenbank Phone: 3297 5158 www.loganlibraries.org/whats-on 35
FRI 30 SEP FIRST 5 FOREVER ACTIVITIES 16 months and under 10am | Free | Logan Central Library 1–3 years 11am | Free | Logan North Library
BEHIND THE SCENES TOUR OF THE BROWNS PLAINS LANDFILL Tour times: 9am–9.45am; 10am–10.45am; 11am–11.45am | Free | All ages - children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult Have you ever wondered what happens to your rubbish once your bin is emptied? Why not come along on this eye opening tour of the Browns Plains landfill. Understand what happens to the various waste materials that cross the weighbridge, watch the heavy machinery in action on the landfill and take a tour around the Logan Recycle Markets and grab yourself a pre-loved bargain. Places are limited, so book your spot today. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Logan Waste and Recycling Facility 349 Browns Plains Rd, Heritage Park Phone: 0411 723 636 / 0413 051 110 www.logan.qld.gov.au/recycling
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3–5 years 10am | Free | Logan Hyperdome, Logan North and Marsden Libraries 10.30am | Free | Jimboomba and Logan West Libraries See page 15 for details.
YUGAMBEH LANGUAGE LESSON 10am–10.35am | Free | 5–11 years An introduction to the Yugambeh language! Yugambeh Museum 2 Plantation Rd, Beenleigh Phone: 3807 6155 Email: admin@yugambeh.com
PLAY & LEARN 11am | Free | 0–5 years A fun, interactive session of playing, talking and games for families. Healthy snacks provided. Jimboomba Library 18-22 Honora St, Jimboomba Phone: 3412 4190 www.loganlibraries.org/whats-on
CHESS FOR KIDS: AGES 4 - 6 YEARS 10.30am | Free | 4–6 years The classes work on the basics of piece movement. The class is focussed on stories, songs and movement as each child learns in their own way. Logan Hyperdome Library 66 - 70 Mandew St, Shailer Park Phone: 3412 4120 www.loganlibraries.org/whats-on
CHESS FOR KIDS:
SPORTS SUPERSTAR 11am–2pm | Free | 5–12 years See page 19 for details. Marsden Park Shopping Centre.
AGES 7+ YEARS NEVERLAND SCHOOL 11am | Free | 7+ years For new students, we work on learning the pieces through peer-assisted learning. We incorporate more chess puzzles and strategies into these classes in a fun and engaging environment. Logan Hyperdome Library 66 - 70 Mandew St, Shailer Park Phone: 3412 4120 www.loganlibraries.org/whats-on
HOLIDAY ACTIVATION 11am–3pm | Free | 3–12 years See page 9 for details. Logan Hyperdome.
NIGHT BIRD DREAMING 1pm–2pm | Free | 5–11 years
AERIAL ACROBATS 11am, 12pm & 1pm | Free | All ages Lose yourself in a dazzling aerial artist performance that will leave you amazed and wanting more. Grand Plaza Centre Ct 27 - 49 Browns Plains Rd, Browns Plains Phone: 3800 7700 www.grandplazashopping.com.au
Join Karang as he takes you on a journey deep into the past, to discover the Yugambeh Night Bird Dreaming. This live-action traditional performance brings to life the story of the wise owl, Karang, and the sneaky night bird, JinirJinir. Yugambeh Museum 2 Plantation Rd, Beenleigh Phone: 3807 6155 Email: admin@yugambeh.com 37
FRI 30 SEP CULTURAL DANCE 2.30pm–3.30pm | Free | 5–11 years Come along and have lots of fun learning dances from all around the world! Bring a water bottle and towel. Wear comfortable clothing (not skirts) and sneakers. Logan Central Community Centre 9-11 Jacaranda Ave, Logan Central Phone: 0432 244 955
LIBRARY AFTER DARK: FAMILY NIGHT IN KIDS ALIVE SWIM PROGRAM 3pm–5.30pm | Free (bookings required) | Early childhood Vital swimming skills and water awareness information are provided in five consecutive free classes at the Logan North Aquatic and Fitness Centre. Logan North Aquatic and Fitness Centre 2 Sports Dr Underwood Phone: 3412 5645 from Monday 19 Sep to book your free lesson www.facebook.com/aqualoganqld
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5.30pm–8pm | Free | Families with primary school aged children Join us for a fun-filled evening of movies, craft, online gaming and board games. Light refreshments provided. Children must be accompanied by a parent. Logan Hyperdome Library 66 - 70 Mandew St, Shailer Park Phone: 3412 4120 www.loganlibraries.org/whats-on
FRIDAY 30 SEPTEMBER 5PM – 9PM UNDERWOOD PARK UNDERWOOD ROAD PRIESTDALE
LO NE CA W TIO N!
FAMILY CHILL OUT SPACE AT EATS & BEATS 5pm–9pm | Free | 0–12 years
Underwood Park (Eats & Beats site), Underwood Rd, Priestdale
The Beenleigh Historical Village and Museum is an open-air museum at Main Street, Beenleigh. Discover the journey of years gone by. This popular tourist destination is a collection of our Early Australian heritage and memorabilia. Open Sunday to Friday 9am to 3pm. Beenleigh Historical Village & Museum 205 Main St, Beenleigh Phone: 3382 0608 www.beenleighhistoricalvillage.com.au
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SAT 1 OCT FIRST 5 FOREVER ACTIVITIES 16 months and under 9.30am | Free | Logan Hyperdome Library 3–5 years 10.30am | Free | All City of Logan Libraries See page 15 for details.
CRAFTERNOON TEA SPORTS SUPERSTAR 11am–2pm | Free | 5–12 years See page 19 for details. Marsden Park Shopping Centre.
NEVERLAND SCHOOL HOLIDAY ACTIVATION 11am–3pm | Free | 3–12 years See page 9 for details. Logan Hyperdome.
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1pm–3pm | Cost $10pp plus tea menu selection | 5+ years Devon Pixies and Kirrileigh Crafts bring you ‘Crafternoon Tea’ for these school holidays. Sit and enjoy a cream tea or high tea, then take some time to make your individual paper and felt flowers. Suitable for ages 5 and up (parental / guardian supervision required), all craft supplies provided. Cost $10pp plus tea menu selection. Allow up to 2 hours for tea and craft activity - everyone gets to take home what they make. Devon Pixies 49-55 Quinzeh Creek Rd, Logan Village Phone: 0449 285 277 Email: tea@devonpixies.com www.devonpixies.com
MUD PLAY - LOGAN MUDDY MONSTERS SATURDAY 1 OCTOBER 9am–11am & 12pm–2pm | Free (bookings required) | 0–12 years Kids will have a muddy good time at the Logan Muddy Monsters event which is brought to you by Logan City Council in partnership with Nature Play QLD. This free event will get your kids active outdoors while having too much fun playing in the mud!
Sign your kids up for an outrageous morning playing in the mud at Logan Muddy Monsters. Attention all little Logan monsters - come and play in our massive mud pit! Kids will have two hours of mind blowing free fun as they play in messy, muddy mayhem. Bookings for this free event are required as spots are limited. More information or to register visit www.logan.qld.gov.au/natureplay Logan River Parklands Blackbird St, Beenleigh Phone: 3412 4491 www.logan.qld.gov.au/natureplay
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Tug of War Muddy Sculptures Mud Treasure Hunt Mud Puddles Stuck in the Mud and other team games Mud Pie Bakery Cubby Building Your Nature Side Walk Story Rock Warrior Face Painting Sprinkles of Fun Mud Mountain Muddy Soccer Mud Target Shoot
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FREE TO VISIT DAISY HILL KOALA CENTRE 10am–4pm, 7 days | Free | All ages The Daisy Hill Conservation Park is 571 hectares of native forest inhabited by koalas in their natural environment. Spend a day here by spotting the abundant wildlife as you stroll through this beautiful natural setting. You will encounter wallabies, native birds – and if you’re observant – the shy and sleepy koala. The Daisy Hill Koala Centre has an observation tower and lots of information about this rare and beautiful creature. Be sure to pack a picnic lunch or barbecue and enjoy the native bushland setting while you dine out. Daisy Hill Koala Centre Daisy Hill Rd, Daisy Hill Phone: 3299 1032 Email: koala.centre@ehp.qld.gov.au www.ehp.qld.gov.au/wildlife/daisyhill-centre
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LOGAN ART GALLERY 10am–5pm, Tuesday to Saturday | Free | All ages Artwaves 2016: Logan and adjacent areas secondary schools art exhibition Artwaves is an annual art exhibition of work sourced from the creative and talented high school students in the Logan region. Artwaves aims to demonstrate the wealth of imagination and creativity present in the City of Logan and adjacent areas. Artwaves is sponsored by Oxlades, School Art Supplies, Eckersley’s and Buckham School Supplies.
Poppy Bax, Year 8, Quack (detail), 2015, ink on paper
On display from now until 8 October at the Logan Art Gallery, cnr Jacaranda Ave and Wembley Rd, Logan Central. Open Tuesday to Saturday 10am to 5pm. Logan Art Gallery Cnr Wembley Rd and Jacaranda Ave, Logan Central QLD 4114 Phone: 3412 5519 Email: artgallery@logan.qld.gov.au www.logan.qld.gov.au/artgallery
Samira Sultani, Year 8, Afghan woman, 2015, oil on canvas
2016 Logan and adjacent areas secondary schools art exhibition
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D’Artagnan Koeun, Year 10, Self-portrait (detail), 2015, acrylic on canvas
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KID-FRIENDLY PARKS ALEXANDER CLARK PARK
CRESTMEAD PARK
Dewar Dr, Loganholme
Gimlet St, Crestmead
Bordered by the Logan River, this park offers a range of facilities and activities including walking, picnic tables, toilets, barbecues, children’s playground, bikeways, walk the dog (on a leash), dog off-leash area, wheelchair access, paddle a canoe, bird watching, and fishing.
Barbecue (wood), basketball, BMX, dog off-leash area, picnic area, playground, skate facilities, toilets (including wheelchair toilets) and volleyball.
BERRINBA WETLANDS Wayne Goss Dr, Browns Plains Explore SouthWest 1 and the Berrinba Wetlands, 80 hectares of natural beauty and recreational facilities with over 8.5km of walking and bike tracks. There are 430,000 new native plants, 100 nesting boxes for birds, possums and gliders, and 8 km of walking tracks for everyone to enjoy. Get close to nature and learn more about the natural environment at Berrinba. SouthWest 1 highlights the best of local flora and fauna, with a key focus on preserving the environment for future generations. It is a nature lover’s haven featuring interactive LCD screen and viewing platform in the heart of the City of Logan.
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GREENWOOD LAKES
LOGAN RIVER PARKLANDS
Paradise Rd, Forestdale
Blackbird St, Beenleigh
Greenwood Lakes offers a range of facilities and activities including bushwalking, picnic tables, walk the dog (on a leash) and bird watching. Situated on the banks of Oxley Creek, this park is a haven for birds and other wildlife species. The boardwalk and viewing platform provide great opportunities for watching water birds on the lake area.
Barbeque (electric), boat ramp, fishing/pontoon, fitness equipment, picnic area, playground, toilets, volleyball and waterfront.
JIMBOOMBA PARK South St, Jimboomba Bike track, fitness equipment, picnic area, playground, skate facilities, toilets and walking track.
LOGAN GARDENS Civic Pde, Logan Central Barbeque (electric), bike track, bocce, disc golf, dog off-leash area, picnic area, playground (including an all abilities playspace), toilets (including wheelchair toilets) and walking track.
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KID-FRIENDLY PARKS MT WARREN OVAL 175 Beaudesert-Beenleigh Rd, Mount Warren Park Dog off-leash area, picnic area, playground and toilets.
REGENTS PARK Bennett Dr, Regents Park Barbeque (electric), dog off-leash area, fitness equipment, picnic area, playground and toilets.
SHAILER PIONEER PARK 6–12 Harley St, Shailer Park Barbecue, basketball court, picnic area, playground, tennis court, toilets (including wheelchair toilets).
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RIVERDALE PARK Armstrong Rd, Meadowbrook Boasting 10 hectares and bordering the banks of the Logan River, Riverdale Park offers an ideal place for exercise or fitness with bikeways and a fitness circuit with river views. The park has a floating gazebo over the small lagoon, which is a great place for weddings and a large gazebo designed for big groups which is on the hill. There are both electric and gas barbecue facilities as well as play equipment for children. Riverdale Park has a great off-leash area that accommodates for all of the family.
SPRINGWOOD
UNDERWOOD PARK
CONSERVATION PARK Underwood Rd, Priestdale Jardine Dr, Springwood Offers picnic tables, toilets, children’s playground, water, wheelchair access, walking tracks, lookout and bird watching. Featuring 36 hectares of open eucalypt forest making it interesting to explore with large boulders, balancing rocks, caves, cliffs and a gorge. You might catch a glimpse of koalas, water dragons, swamp wallabies and many species of birds. In late winter and spring you’ll see wildflowers in bloom. Springwood Conservation park is one of only two places in the City of Logan where Planchons Stringybark grows.
A beautiful large park with a range of facilities to suit everyone. There are many gazebos around the park, with barbeque facilities as well as a small gazebo behind the lagoon, making it an ideal venue for wedding ceremonies or other special occasions. The park also features a large play area with plenty of play equipment to keep them busy. Bring along your dog, as there is a large off-leash area where your pet can run around.
TYGUM PARK Tygum Rd, Waterford West Waterfront location with barbeque (electric), basketball, fishing/pontoon, picnic area, playground, toilets (including wheelchair toilets).
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City of Logan ImagiNation Children’s Festival Keep the kids entertained these school holidays at the City of Logan’s ImagiNation Children’s Festival. A 14-day action-packed program brings together a monster-sized range of free and low-cost activities popping up in every corner of the city, sparking ImagiNation everywhere. The activities guarantee all-round good fun for the naughts to twelves age group. Some sessions have limited spaces available, so be sure to book early to avoid disappointment. Conditions Program is subject to change. All content was correct at time of printing. Sessions requiring bookings may fill up quickly. For sessions advertised at Logan City Council Libraries a Library Card is required and can be obtained for FREE during your library visit or by logging onto www.loganlibraries.org/service/get-a-library-card Bookings, payments (where applicable) and enquiries should be made directly with each supplier per the individual listing.