SCHOOL HOLIDAY GUIDE 2023 SCHOOL HOLIDAY GUIDE 2023
EASTER EDITION
EASTER EDITION
FREE
SATURDAY 1 APRIL
9 - 11AM
Antics AvIary Antics AvIary
QUEENS GARDENS
Join Townsville City Council and Hands on Wildlife for a morning of animal discovery at the Percival Andrews Bird Aviary!
Meet the feathery friends who call the aviary home and some special guests including lizards, pythons and a squirrel glider.
whatson.townsville.qld.gov.au
EVENT!
HANDS ON WILDLIFE FREE FACE PAINTING
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IN 80 DAYS (82MINS)
Friday 21 April 2023, 6.30pm
Riverway Oval
What’s On Townsville
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WELCOME TO YOUR ACTION PACKED GUIDE TO WHAT’S HAPPENING DURING THE EASTER SCHOOL HOLIDAYS.
With so many low-cost and no-cost activities on offer, Townsville’s youth won’t have a moment to spare.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
Townsville City Council has endeavoured to include activities that assist in the inclusion of children with disabilities or additional needs, young people from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds, and from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. These activities aim to remove barriers and provide social opportunities for all children, with the purpose of building capacity and inclusion within the Townsville community. All events are drug and alcohol free. Activities are FREE unless otherwise specified. All event information has been provided by event/activity providers and Townsville City Council is not responsible for any error in the information received from those providers.
Townsville City Council acknowledges the Wulgurukaba of Gurambilbarra and Yunbenun, Bindal, Gugu Badhun and Nywaigi as the Traditional Owners of this land. We pay our respects to their cultures, their ancestors and their Elders – past and present – and all future generations.
HALF DAY CAMP 13 Presented by Momentum Gymnastics KIDS WOODWORKING 13 Presented by Life Skills Queensland Pty Ltd GET SET FOR WORK 14 Presented by IN-STeP SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAM 14 Presented by Ninja Parc Townsville POTTERY CLASS FOR SCHOOL CHILDREN 14 Presented by Stella’s Creative Pottery Class MARITIME QUIZ 15 Presented by Maritime Museum of Townsville BOUNCE - TRAMPOLINE & TUMBLING 15 Presented by Momentum Gymnastics DISC GOLF 15 Presented by North Queensland Disc Golf CREATE YOUR OWN DETECTIVE! –THE UNDERDOGS ARE ON THE CASE. 16 Presented by CityLibraries Townsville YOUTH STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING PROGRAM 16 Presented by PRIDE Human Performance ANDERSON GARDENS CONSERVATORY 16 Presented by Townsville City Council IN THIS GUIDE LIVE FM’S EASTER TREASURE TRAIL 8 Presented by 99.9 Live FM AVIARY ANTICS 8 Presented by Townsville City Council CASUAL PLAY 8 Presented by Ninja Parc Townsville CASUAL SPORTS ACTIVITY 10 Presented by Townsville Sports Precinct CAMO KIDS 10 Presented by Museum of Tropical Queensland EASTER SCAVENGER HUNT 10 Presented by CityLibraries Townsville SKATEBOARD LESSONS HALFPIPE 11 Presented by Velocity21 STAND UP PADDLE & WING BOARD LESSONS 11 Presented by In The Loop Australia BEES, BIRDS AND BIODIVERSITYPROGRAM FOR KIDS 11 Presented by Coastal Dry Tropics Landcare Inc. MESSY PLAY IN THE PARK 13 Presented by CityLibraries Townsville
E Early Childhood (0 - 5 years) P Primary School (5 - 12 years) NINJA GYM 18 Presented by Momentum Gymnastics EGG-STATIC PAINTERS 18 Presented by Townsville City Galleries HOLIDAY PROGRAM 18 Presented by Gymnastics Townsville SHAKE A TAIL FEATHER, BIN CHICKEN STYLE! 19 Presented by CityLibraries Townsville DANGEROUS FANTASY! – INVENTING NEW WORLDS AND THE WEIRD STUFF INSIDE THEM 19 Presented by CityLibraries Townsville SENSATIONAL GIRLS NETWORK FUN & FRIENDSHIPS WORKSHOP 19 Presented by Sensational Girls Network CUPCAKE DECORATING WORKSHOP 21 Presented by Shed 3 UNDER THE WATER COLOUR 21 Presented by CityLibraries Townsville MOVIES 21 Presented by Reading Cinemas Townsville GRADES 3-8 KITCHEN CHEMISTRY 22 Presented by STEM Sisterhood SAND ART TAKE-HOME PACKS 22 Presented by CityLibraries Townsville GRADES 3-8 THE SCIENCE OF SPORTS 22 Presented by STEM Sisterhood COLOURFUL CERAMICS 23 Presented by Townsville City Galleries GRADES 3-8 ENGINEERING EXPLORATION 23 Presented by STEM Sisterhood COMIC BOOK MAKING 24 Presented by CityLibraries Townsville FUN COMMUNICATION CLASS 24 Presented by Speakeze SONGTIME 24 Presented by CityLibraries Townsville MODEL MAKING 27 Presented by CityLibraries Townsville UNDER SEA PICTURE CREATION 27 Presented by CityLibraries Townsville GET READY TO TUMBLE 27 Presented by Momentum Gymnastics GUIDE LEGEND Y Youth (12 - 18 years) A All ages
LIVE FM’S EASTER TREASURE TRAIL
PRESENTED BY 99.9 LIVE FM
Pick up clues, vouchers and surprises for the kids along a trail! When you finish the trail you will go into the draw to win a getaway on the beautiful Magnetic Island!
It’s fun and easy for the whole family!
The trail is quite the distance around North Ward so kids will need transport to get around and someone with them.
WHEN 1 APR
8am - 12 noon
WHERE Gregory Street Amphitheatre, The Strand
COST
FREE BOOKINGS
Not required
0432 216 308
abigaill@livefm.com.au
AVIARY ANTICS
PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE CITY COUNCIL
Join Townsville City Council and Hands on Wildlife for a morning of animal discovery at the Percival Andrews Bird Aviary!
Meet the feathery friends who call the aviary home and some special guests including lizards, pythons and a squirrel glider.
WHEN 1 APR 9 - 11am
WHERE Queens Gardens, North Ward
COST
FREE
BOOKINGS
Not required whatson.townsville.qld.gov.au
CASUAL PLAY
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PRESENTED BY NINJA PARC TOWNSVILLE
Swing, jump and climb your way through Ninja Parc!
Suitable for all ages and abilities, a Casual Play Pass gives you one-hour of total access to the Ninja Parc indoor obstacle course and its 20+ obstacles.
Bookings are highly recommended.
WHEN
WHERE 18 Blackhawk Blvd, Thuringowa Central
COST
$19.95 per person
BOOKINGS
Bookings recommended 0427 139 762
townsville@ninjaparc.com.au
ninjaparc.com.au/casual-play/#casualplay
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1 - 2 APR & 15 - 16 APR 3 - 6 APR & 11 - 14 APR 9am
- 3pm 10am - 6pm
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Curious Kids!
Curious Kids introduces early science, technology, engineering and mathematics concepts through play-based learning. Encourage curiosity, discovery and creativity with FREE online learning challenges suitable for children under 5 years.
Townsville Citylibraries
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CASUAL SPORTS ACTIVITY
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PRESENTED BY
TOWNSVILLE SPORTS PRECINCT
Open each day, visit our 3 multi-purpose courts, with equipment available for basketball, netball, volleyball and futsal. Shoot around on your own, pop in with your family or friends, or organise a larger group to book an available court.
WHEN 1 APR - 16 APR
7am - 8pm
WHERE 24 Burke Street, North Ward
COST
From $5.10 each
BOOKINGS
Not required
(07) 4722 5389
tsrp@dtis.qld.gov.au
CAMO KIDS
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PRESENTED BY MUSEUM OF TROPICAL QUEENSLAND
Enlist in our exciting hands-on Camo Kids holiday program to celebrate the Action! Film and War exhibition.
Activities include: boot camp, optical toys workshop, orienteering trail, army dress ups and camo face painting, army displays and demonstrations and camo crafts.
WHEN 1 APR - 16 APR
9:30am - 4pm
WHERE 70-102 Flinders St, Townsville City
COST FREE with admission
BOOKINGS
Not required
(07) 4726 0600
EASTER SCAVENGER HUNT
E P Y PRESENTED BY
CITYLIBRARIES TOWNSVILLE
Join the Easter scavenger hunt at our CityLibraries branches! Find the golden bunny, let staff know what colour the egg is and win a prize. Happy holiday hunting…
WHEN 1 APR - 16 APR
During library opening hours WHERE Townsville CityLibraries
COST FREE BOOKINGS
Not required
(07) 4727 8310
libraryexperiences@townsville.qld.gov.au
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SKATEBOARD LESSONS HALFPIPE
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PRESENTED BY VELOCITY21
Learn how to skate on our indoor skate half pipe with our pro instructors.
Lessons are 30 minutes and are discounted to $30 per person for a private lesson.
WHEN
1 - 16 APR MON - FRI SAT & SUN
30 minute lessons 4 - 5:30pm 12 - 2pm
WHERE
398 Flinders Street, Townsville City
COST
$30 per person
BOOKINGS
Bookings required
0478 546 444
info@velocity21.com.au
velocity21.com.au/collections/pro-skatelessons
STAND UP PADDLE & WING BOARD LESSONS
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PRESENTED BY IN THE LOOP AUSTRALIA
Stand Up Paddle lessons 1 hour with 1 hour free paddle afterwards - school holiday special $30 per person (valued at $60 per person)
Wing board lessons $30 per person.
WHEN
1 - 16 APR
Lessons 6 - 10am
Paddle board hire 6am - 5pm
WHERE
Sailing Club behind Tobruk Memorial Pool, The Strand
COST
Lessons $30 per person
Paddle board hire $15 per hour
BOOKINGS
Bookings required 0415 837 484
zestyrental.checkfront.com/reserve/
BEES, BIRDS AND BIODIVERSITY - PROGRAM FOR KIDS
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PRESENTED BY COASTAL DRY TROPICS LANDCARE INC.
Join Junior Landcare, learn about native bees with NQ Bees and make a bee hotel to take home. Birdlife Townsville will guide wildlife walks along the Wetlands boardwalk and learn all about biodiversity with hands-on activities in our nursery. Unfortunately there are uneven surfaces which are unsealed.
WHEN
2 APR
8 - 11am
WHERE Bush Garden Nursery, 56 Cape Pallarenda Road, Rowes Bay
COST FREE BOOKINGS
Not required
0404 101 095
juniorlandcare@cdtli.org.au
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What’s On Townsville
Queensland Reds v New South Wales Waratahs
SATURDAY 6 MAY EVENTS CAPITAL of the NORTH
MESSY PLAY IN THE PARK
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PRESENTED BY CITYLIBRARIES TOWNSVILLE
Increase your child’s confidence, develop their fine and gross motor skills by exploring fun, sensory and creative Messy Play. Borrow picture books, meet other families and enjoy a morning in the park talking, reading, singing, and playing.
WHEN 3 APR 9 - 11am
HALF DAY CAMP
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PRESENTED BY MOMENTUM GYMNASTICS
Four hours of fun in the gym. Structured learning, games and free play.
WHEN
3 APR, 5 APR & 14 APR
8:30am - 12:30pm
WHERE
11/547 Woolcock Street, Mount Louisa
COST
$35 per person
KIDS WOODWORKING
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PRESENTED BY
LIFE SKILLS QUEENSLAND PTY LTD
A great activity for children and parents. Learn the basics of woodwork and resin in a safe, air-conditioned environment. Fun and easy projects. Open to children six years and older. A good time out. No experience required.
Closed in shoes are required. Parents are required to stay for children under 12 years old.
WHEN
3 APR 6 APR 13 APR
9:30 - 11:30am 1 - 3pm 1 - 3pm
WHERE
WHERE Sherriff Park, Mundingburra
COST
FREE BOOKINGS
Not required
(07) 4727 8310
libraryexperiences@townsville.qld.gov.au
BOOKINGS
Registration required
0427 079 703
info@momentumgymnastics.com.au
app.iclasspro.com/portal/momentum/booking
8 Horwood Street, Currajong
COST
$79 per person
BOOKINGS
Bookings required. 0421 184 418
sales@lifeskillsqueensland.com.au
lifeskillsqueensland.com.au/groupworkshops
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GET SET FOR WORK
PRESENTED BY IN-STEP
Fully funded youth program available for 15-19 year olds (not currently enrolled at school) to obtain work skills & Certificate II training to help on the pathway to gain employment.
Training sessions facilitated by IN-STeP from our Aitkenvale location.
WHEN
3 - 6 APR & 11 - 14 APR
9:30am - 2pm WHERE 25 Rendle Street, Aitkenvale COST
FREE
BOOKINGS
Bookings required
(07) 4725 2688
christine@in-step.com.au
in-step.com.au/programs/get-set-for-work/
SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAM
PRESENTED BY NINJA PARC TOWNSVILLE
3 hours of supervised fun for ages 6+!!
Everyone gets a snack and FREE Ninja Parc headband!
Drop your kids off, or sit back and relax at our cafe while your kids unleash on our obstacle course.
WHEN
3 - 7 APR & 10 APR
2 - 5pm WHERE 18 Blackhawk Blvd, Thuringowa Central COST
$55.00 per person
BOOKINGS
Bookings required 0427 139 762
townsville@ninjaparc.com.au
ninjaparc.com.au/school-holiday-program/
POTTERY CLASS FOR SCHOOL CHILDREN
PRESENTED BY STELLA’S CREATIVE POTTERY CLASS
Fun, entertainment, and learning basic skills of pottery classes available for 5 - 18 year olds. Materials and firing included in price.
People with all capabilities can join, but there is no wheelchair access at the location.
WHEN
3 - 7 APR & 10 - 14 APR
10 - 11:30am
WHERE Cleveland Terrace, North Ward
COST
$25 per person (including materials)
BOOKINGS
Please call Stella 0499 077 510 to book 0499 077 510
stella.thompson-wheway@hotmail.com
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MARITIME QUIZ
PRESENTED BY
MARITIME MUSEUM OF TOWNSVILLE
The Maritime Museum of Townsville is offering a new school holiday activity! Grab an activity sheet at reception, find various things on display and find the correct answer. Bring back the activity sheet to reception for a small prize.
WHEN 3 - 15 APR
9:30am - 1pm
WHERE 42-68 Palmer Street, South Townsville
COST
Under $20 per person
BOOKINGS
Not required
0432 368 163
info@tmml.org.au
BOUNCE - TRAMPOLINE & TUMBLING
PRESENTED BY MOMENTUM GYMNASTICS
Learn all the fun things gymnastics can offer on Olympic trampolines, in-ground tumble trampoline and airtracks.
WHEN 4 APR 9 - 10am
WHERE 11/547 Woolcock Street, Mount Louisa
COST $15 per person
BOOKINGS
Bookings required 0427 079 703
info@momentumgymnastics.com.au
app.iclasspro.com/portal/momentum/booking
DISC GOLF
PRESENTED BY
NORTH QUEENSLAND DISC GOLF
Come and try one of the fastest growing sports in Australia. Spend the morning learning to throw a frisbee and playing a game on Townsville’s free course. Outdoor walking and throwing a frisbee - weather permitting. Please be sun safe and bring your own water.
WHEN 4 APR 2 - 3:30pm
WHERE
Harris Crossing Disc Golf Course, Bohle Plains
COST
FREE
BOOKINGS
Not required 0434 107 329
nqdiscgolf@gmail.com
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CREATE YOUR OWN DETECTIVE! – THE UNDERDOGS ARE ON THE CASE.
PRESENTED BY CITYLIBRARIES TOWNSVILLE
A serious crime has taken place in Dogtown, SOMEONE HAS STOLEN ALL THE TENNIS BALLS just before the Grand Slam. Join author Kate Temple’s writing workshop to create your own detective story. Based on Kate’s graphic novel series The Underdogs.
WHEN 4 APR
1:30 - 2:30pm
WHERE CityLibraries, Flinders Street, Townsville City COST
FREE
BOOKINGS
Bookings required
(07) 4727 8310
libraryexperiences@townsville.qld.gov.au
whatson.townsville.qld.gov.au
YOUTH STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING PROGRAM
PRESENTED BY PRIDE HUMAN PERFORMANCE
90 minute sessions including strength, conditioning, nutrition (including morning tea) and mindset elements.
WHEN
4 APR, 6 APR, 11 APR & 13 APR
9 - 10:30am
WHERE
Shop 19, Annandale Central Shopping Centre, Annandale
COST
$40 per person
BOOKINGS
Bookings required
(07) 4766 9477
admin@pridehumanperformance.com.au
pridehumanperformance.com.au/Classes/ Holiday-Program-Single-Session
ANDERSON GARDENS CONSERVATORY
PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE CITY COUNCIL
The Anderson Gardens Conservatory is open every Tuesday 7:30am - 2:30pm and is a free, all ages, all abilities experience. Explore the wide range of flora on display including pitcher plants, bromeliads, caladiums, ant plants, flowering annuals and much more.
WHEN 4 APR, 11 APR, 18 APR, 25 APR
7:30am - 2:30pm
WHERE Anderson Gardens, Pimlico
COST FREE
BOOKINGS
Not required
0406 381 408
sam.croker@townsville.qld.gov.au
whatson.townsville.qld.gov.au
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WINTER SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAM CIRCUS | MUSIC | DANCE | THEATRE FUN FO R T HE W HOLE FAMI LY! Coming to NAFA in June & July Follow our socials to keep up to date @NAFATSV @nafa_tsv 23 JUNE - 9 JULY STRAND PARK
NINJA GYM
PRESENTED BY MOMENTUM GYMNASTICS
Jump, roll, crawl, climb and swing into our fun ninja circuits.
WHEN 4 APR, 13 APR
10 - 11am
WHERE 11/547 Woolcock Street, Mount Louisa
COST
$15 per person
BOOKINGS
Bookings required
0427 079 703
info@momentumgymnastics.com.au
app.iclasspro.com/portal/momentum/booking
EGG-STATIC PAINTERS
PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE CITY GALLERIES
Prepare for Easter with Townsville City Galleries at this fun and creative school holiday workshop! Paint your own paper mache egg to hang in your home, or use them in an Easter Egg Hunt, and celebrate this Easter.
All materials are provided on a first come, first serve basis. Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times.
WHEN 4 - 6 APR
10am - 12 noon
WHERE Flinders Lane, 376 Flinders Street, Townsville City
COST
FREE
BOOKINGS
Not required
(07) 4727 9011
galleries@townsville.qld.gov.au
whatson.townsville.qld.gov.au/events/eggstatic-painters
HOLIDAY PROGRAM
PRESENTED BY GYMNASTICS TOWNSVILLE
Gymnastics activities, ninja circuits, gym play and games.
Bring your own snacks, lunch and water bottle.
WHEN
4 - 6 APR 9am - 12 noon & 9am - 3pm
WHERE
16a High Range Drive, Thuringowa Central
COST
Half day $30 per person
Full day $60 per person
BOOKINGS
Bookings required
(07) 4444 4553
info@gymtsv.com.au
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SHAKE A TAIL FEATHER, BIN CHICKEN STYLE!
PRESENTED BY CITYLIBRARIES TOWNSVILLE
Join creator of Bin Chicken picture book series, Kate Temple, for a fun storytime with oodles of bin chicken stories. There will be a special appearance from the world’s biggest ibis! MaryWho? will have books for sale for signing.
WHEN
5 APR 9 - 11am
WHERE Sister Kenny Park, The Strand
COST
FREE BOOKINGS
Not required
(07) 4727 8310
libraryexperiences@townsville.qld.gov.au
DANGEROUS FANTASY! – INVENTING NEW WORLDS AND THE WEIRD STUFF INSIDE THEM
PRESENTED BY CITYLIBRARIES TOWNSVILLE
Do you like strange worlds and dangerous adventure, dreaming of travel to a place where time doesn’t exist, cats are fluffy and rude and cake is always on the menu? If the answer is yes, join Kate Temple’s writing workshop.
WHEN
5 APR
11:30am - 12:30pm
WHERE CityLibraries, Flinders Street, Townsville City
COST
FREE BOOKINGS
Bookings required
(07) 4727 8310
libraryexperiences@townsville.qld.gov.au
whatson.townsville.qld.gov.au
SENSATIONAL GIRLS NETWORK FUN & FRIENDSHIPS WORKSHOP
PRESENTED BY SENSATIONAL GIRLS NETWORK
Sensational Girl Power Workshops (age 5-13) are facilitated by Julie Vigor, teacher & founder of Sensational Girls Network. Drop your daughter off for lots of fun! There will be fun games and challenges, a photo booth and a craft activity.
WHEN
5 APR 9am - 12 noon
WHERE
Northshore Community Centre, Burdell
COST
$25 per person
BOOKINGS
Bookings required
0412 322 520
sensationalgirlsnetwork@outlook.com
townsvilletickets.com.au/event/sgn-funfriendship-holiday-workshop-17772
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IT’S TIME TO GET IN THE GAME!
HOME STAR (1 GAME)
MEMBERSHIP FROM $86 Reserved seat + merch pack + more!
Kids merchandise pack depicted Adults pack also available
JOIN NOW COWBOYS.COM.AU/HOMESTAR
CUPCAKE DECORATING WORKSHOP
PRESENTED BY SHED 3
Join us for an afternoon of tasty treats as you create the cutest cupcakes that your mind can imagine. Learn how to use a piping bag and let your creativity release.
•Gluten/ dairy free options
•Nut-free
•Afternoon tea provided
WHEN
5 APR & 12 APR 1 - 2:30pm
WHERE
13 - 15 Oonoonba Road, Idalia
COST
$30
BOOKINGS
Bookings required
0466 644 740
info@shed3.com.au
www.shed3.com.au
UNDER THE WATER COLOUR P
PRESENTED BY CITYLIBRARIES TOWNSVILLE
With beautiful watercolour paint and minimal resources, let your child discover, create, and explore with a fun new medium, creating a masterpiece worthy of wall display. Be inspired for your short story competition entry.
WHEN
6 APR 10am - 12 noon
WHERE
CityLibraries, Aitkenvale
COST
FREE
BOOKINGS
Not required
(07) 4727 8310
libraryexperiences@townsville.qld.gov.au
MOVIES A
PRESENTED BY READING CINEMAS TOWNSVILLE
This Easter Holidays The Super Mario Bros. Movie is coming to Reading Cinemas. We will have plenty of sessions for everyone to see. Session times will be available on our website.
WHEN
6 - 26 APR
Various
WHERE 30 Hervey Range Road, Thuringowa
COST
$14 per person
BOOKINGS
Not required
readingcinemas.com.au
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GRADES 3-8 KITCHEN CHEMISTRY
PRESENTED BY STEM SISTERHOOD
Female only STEM workshop. Explore chemistry in your own kitchen with these experiments you can take home and continue to test.
WHEN 11 APR 9 - 11am WHERE
4 Warburton Street, North Ward COST
$20 per person
BOOKINGS
Bookings required
0476 004 868
stemsisterhood@outlook.com
eventbrite.com.au/e/grades-3-8-kitchenchemistry-tickets-570769154907
SAND ART TAKE-HOME PACKS
PRESENTED BY CITYLIBRARIES TOWNSVILLE
Sprinkle some fun into the school holidays and create your own sand art. Be inspired for your short story competition entry. Available from Tuesday 11 April at Townsville CityLibraries Aitkenvale.
WHEN 11 APR 9am - 9pm WHERE CityLibraries, Aitkenvale
COST FREE BOOKINGS
Not required (07) 4727 8310
libraryexperiences@townsville.qld.gov.au
GRADES 3-8 THE SCIENCE OF SPORTS
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PRESENTED BY STEM SISTERHOOD
Female only STEM Workshop. Put yourself to the test, create your own anatomic models and find out just how much science goes into sports.
WHEN 11 APR 1 - 5pm WHERE
4 Warburton Street, North Ward
COST
$40 per person
BOOKINGS
Bookings required 0476 004 868
stemsisterhood@outlook.com
eventbrite.com.au/e/grades-3-8-the-scienceof-sports-tickets-570776657347
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COLOURFUL CERAMICS
A PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE CITY GALLERIES
Join Townsville City Galleries at our school holiday workshop: Colourful Ceramics! Use markers to decorate a ceramic artwork and display your masterpiece at home!
All materials are provided on a first come, first serve basis. Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times.
WHEN 11 - 14 APR
10am - 12 noon
WHERE Flinders Lane, 376 Flinders Street, Townsville City
COST
FREE
BOOKINGS
Not required
(07) 4727 9011
galleries@townsville.qld.gov.au
whatson.townsville.qld.gov.au/events/ colourful-ceramics
GRADES 3-8 ENGINEERING EXPLORATION
PRESENTED BY STEM SISTERHOOD
Female only STEM Workshop. Learn about what it takes to make a good design as you embark on a quest to build the best theme park ride.
WHEN 12 APR
9am - 3pm
WHERE
4 Warburton Street, North Ward
COST
$60 per person
BOOKINGS
Bookings required 0476 004 868
stemsisterhood@outlook.com
eventbrite.com.au/e/grades-3-8-engineeringexploration-tickets-570779305267
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COMIC BOOK MAKING
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PRESENTED BY
CITYLIBRARIES TOWNSVILLE
Go DRAWING MAD these holidays as Toonworld invites you to come on a journey filled with creativity and challenges in our comic book workshops. 3 workshops available (ages 5-8yrs, 8-12yrs, 12-16yrs).
WHEN
12 APR 9 - 10:30am, 10:45am - 12:15pm, 12:30 - 2pm
WHERE CityLibraries, Flinders Street, Townsville City
COST
FREE BOOKINGS
Bookings required
(07) 4727 8310
libraryexperiences@townsville.qld.gov.au
whatson.townsville.qld.gov.au
FUN COMMUNICATION CLASS
SONGTIME
PRESENTED BY SPEAKEZE
Students and parents testimonials prove itcommunication coaching brings a wealth of selfconfidence and self-esteem to young people. Children play fun communication games like the 7 second slide exercise and speed debating through which they learn structure and speech delivery.
No barriers - as long as they can speak.
WHEN 13 APR 10am - 3pm
WHERE 55-57 Fulham Road, Pimlico High School
COST
$49 per person
BOOKINGS
Bookings required 0447 011 483
info@speakeze.com.au
speakeze.com.au
PRESENTED BY CITYLIBRARIES TOWNSVILLE
At 9:30am, join our 30-minute Songtime with songs, rhymes and stories that will ignite your child’s imagination and accelerate their language development. Stay and play in the park with the toys, games and the playground.
WHEN
13 APR 9:30 - 11am
WHERE Charles Moroney Park, Kelso
COST FREE BOOKINGS
Not required
(07) 4727 8310
libraryexperiences@townsville.qld.gov.au
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Get active outdoors
394 parks
196 playgrounds
22 off-leash dog parks
3 world class botanic gardens
To find a park near you, visit Council’s website.
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MODEL MAKING
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PRESENTED BY CITYLIBRARIES TOWNSVILLE
Introducing Creaturetoons - where you can create a dinosaur or even Caesar’s Rome in less than an hour! Creaturetoons will have you captivated for hours long after they’ve have gone.
3 workshops available (5-8yrs, 8-12yrs, 12-16yrs).
WHEN
13 APR 9 - 10:30am, 10:45am - 12:15pm, 12:30 - 2pm
WHERE CityLibraries, Flinders Street, Townsville City
COST
FREE BOOKINGS
Bookings required
(07) 4727 8310
libraryexperiences@townsville.qld.gov.au
whatson.townsville.qld.gov.au
UNDER SEA PICTURE CREATION
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PRESENTED BY CITYLIBRARIES TOWNSVILLE
The sea is a fascinating place of amazing creatures! Enjoy using sea life felt shapes to create your very own underwater adventure picture. Be inspired for your short story competition entry.
WHEN
14 APR 10 - 11am
WHERE CityLibraries, Aitkenvale
COST FREE BOOKINGS
Not required
(07) 4727 8310
libraryexperiences@townsville.qld.gov.au
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PRESENTED BY MOMENTUM GYMNASTICS
Come and see what trampoline and tumbling is all about at this free event. We have Olympic trampolines, in-ground tumble tramp, resi pits and airtracks.
WHEN
14 APR 9 - 10am
WHERE
11/547 Woolcock Street, Mount Louisa
COST
FREE BOOKINGS
Bookings required 0427 079 703
info@momentumgymnastics.com.au
app.iclasspro.com/portal/momentum/booking
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13 48 10 townsville.qld.gov.au