CULTURE FAIR DURING HARMONY WEEK
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PRESENTED BY INTERNATIONAL YOUTH FELLOWSHIP INC.
Enjoy the Culture Fair, where individuals and groups from various cultural backgrounds can showcase their traditions, arts, and crafts. Whether it's through traditional performances, handicrafts, or informational displays, your participation will help promote understanding, appreciation, and respect among our diverse community.
WHEN
20 MAR 21 MAR
2 - 8pm 2 - 8pm
WHERE
55 Leopold St, Aitkenvale
COST
Free
BOOKINGS
No bookings required
0405 526 332
peterhong@goodnews.or.kr
LIVE FM’S EASTER TREASURE TRAIL
E P Y A
PRESENTED BY 99.9 LIVE FM
Venture through a series of locations picking up more clues, vouchers and fun surprises for the kids! It’s fun and easy for individuals AND families to complete. Park the car and complete the 40-minute trail on foot.
WHEN
23 MAR
8am - 12noon
WHERE
Gregory Street Amphitheatre, The Strand
COST
Free
BOOKINGS
No bookings required
07 4725 1299
abigaill@livefm.com.au
HIGH ROPES
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PRESENTED BY YWAM YOUTH PRECINCT
Book your spot on our next open day at our YWAM Precinct high ropes course.
WHEN
23 MAR
8 - 10am & 11am - 1pm
WHERE
312 Walker Street, Townsville City
COST $29 per person
BOOKINGS
Bookings required
https://lp.ywamtownsville.org/ saturdayhighropes
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EASTER BILBY HOLIDAY FUN
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PRESENTED BY QUEENSLAND
MUSEUM TROPICS
What has rabbit-like ears and delivers coloured eggs to children during Easter? The Easter Bilby! Complete the Bilby trail, learn about real bilbies, get a special prize, explore marsupial displays, and create a bilby mask all holidays at the museum!
WHEN
23 MAR - 14 APR
9.30am - 4pm
WHERE
70-102 Flinders Street, Townsville City
COST
Free BOOKINGS
No bookings required
07 4726 0600
info.mtq@qm.qld.gov.au
CINEMA UNDER THE STARS
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PRESENTED BY HIDDEN VALLEY CABINS & TOURS
Friday and Saturday night we will be hosting Cinema Under the Stars. We just ask you to let us know if you intend to tag along! Snack hampers available for purchase, popcorn popped over the fire and on Sunday there’ll be an Easter egg hunt.
PITSTOP KARTING SCHOOL HOLIDAY PASSES
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PRESENTED BY PITSTOP KARTING
School holiday passes available at Pitstop Karting for $90. Includes: 3 sessions, Pitstop Karting licence, small drink, Pitstop Karting lanyard. Race on in to experience the ultimate adrenalin rush!
WHEN
WHERE
67 McLennan Road, Hidden Valley
COST
Free BOOKINGS
Bookings required
0415 440 818
goodnitesleep@hiddenvalleycabins.com.au
Call to RSVP
- 6pm 10am - 8.30pm 10am - 6pm
WHERE
7 Caldwell Street, Garbutt
COST
$90 per person
BOOKINGS
No bookings required
07 4401 5045
contact@pitstopkarting.com.au
WHEN 29 MAR 30 MAR 31 MAR 6.458.30pm 6.458.30pm 8.309.45am
10am
7-APR 9 - 13 APR 14 APR 10am
29 - 30 MAR 31 MAR 2 - 6 APR
- 8pm 10am - 6pm 10am - 8.30pm
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DESIGN YOUR OWN SHIRT
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PRESENTED BY DESIGN WORKS APPAREL
Try designing your shirt print on our website from your home! Our design tool is easy to use for all ages. Upload your photos, add clipart and texts. Minimum order 5 shirts.
WHEN
29 MAR - 14 APR
9am - 5pm
WHERE
Online only
COST
Depending on the shirts ordered
BOOKINGS
No bookings required
0422 060 186
enquiry@designworksaustralia.com
CASUAL PLAY A
PRESENTED BY NINJA PARC TOWNSVILLE
For people of all ages and abilities - swing, jump and climb your way through Ninja Parc! Kids and adults can challenge themselves or each other to weave their way through the entire 20+ obstacle course at their own pace!
WHEN
30 - 31 MAR 2 - 5 APR 6 - 7 APR
9am - 3pm 10am - 6pm 9am - 3pm
8 - 12 APR
10am - 6pm
WHERE
18 Blackhawk Blvd, Thuringowa Central
COST
$20 per person
BOOKINGS
Bookings required
0427 139 762
townsville@ninjaparc.com.au
https://ninjaparc.com.au/casual-play
LET IT GROW! E P
PRESENTED BY WILLOWS SHOPPING CENTRE
Pop on your garden gloves and learn how to plant and grow your own fresh produce at the veggie patch!
WHEN
1 - 7 APR
10am - 2pm
WHERE
Willows Shopping Centre, Cnr Thuringowa Drive and Hervey Range Road, Kirwan
COST
Free
BOOKINGS
No bookings required
07 4799 9100
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SPACE SCIENCE
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PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE
EDUCATION CENTRE
Explore the vastness of outer space, create rockets and explore the dimensions of the solar system, and much, much more.
WHEN
2 APR
1 - 4pm
WHERE
8 Keane Street, Currajong
COST
$45 per person
BOOKINGS
Bookings required
0492 895 723
admin@allaccesseducation.com.au
https://www.trybooking.com/eventlist/tec
TEXTURES WITH CLAY A
PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE CITY GALLERIES
Experiment with textures and play with colour when you learn to create abstract shapes on canvas with clay. Get inspired by the contemporary artworks by artist Danish Quapoor in GOOD GRIEF exhibiting at Pinnacles Gallery.
WHEN
2 - 5 APR
10am - 12noon
WHERE
Pinnacles Gallery, 20 Village Blvd, Thuringowa Central
COST Free
BOOKINGS
No bookings required 07 4727 9011
galleries@townsville.qld.gov.au
SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAM
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PRESENTED BY NINJA PARC TOWNSVILLE
3 hours of fully-supervised fun! Snack and headband included. Drop the kids off, or sit back and relax at our on-site cafe while your kids unleash on our obstacle course! 10% off if booked before 29 March - use code EARLYBIRD.
WHEN
2 - 5 APR 8 - 12 APR
2 - 5pm 2 - 5pm
WHERE
18 Blackhawk Blvd, Thuringowa Central
COST
$55 per person
BOOKINGS
Bookings required 0427 13 9762
https://ninjaparc.com.au/groups/schoolholiday-program
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EASTER ENGINEERING EXCELLENCE
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PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE EDUCATION CENTRE
Build your very own egg catapult and see who can score the most! Then create your own harness to transport the delicate eggs along a zip wire to their nest. Plus, other fun engineering-based challenges!
WHEN
2 APR
9am - 12noon
WHERE
8 Keane Street, Currajong
COST
$45 per person
BOOKINGS
Bookings required
0492 895 723
admin@allaccesseducation.com.au
https://www.trybooking.com/eventlist/tec
BAREFOOT BOWLS
PRESENTED BY JUBILEE BOWLS CLUB
Lawn bowls for up to 10 children between ages 10 and 15. Bowls supplied. Learn the basics of the game while having fun.
WHEN 2 APR 11 APR
9.30 - 10.30am
9.30 - 10.30am
WHERE
13 Burdekin Street, Mundingburra
COST
$10 per person
BOOKINGS
Bookings required. Call to book.
0407 040 208
secretary@jubileebowlsclub.com.au
KIDS WOODWORKING
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PRESENTED BY LIFE SKILLS QUEENSLAND
A variety of workshops for all ages and abilities. The workshops are designed to give people a taste of woodworking, while maintaining a high level of safety. No experience required. Fun, hands-on practical projects.
WHEN
2 APR 4 APR 9 APR
3 - 5pm 3 - 5pm 3 - 5pm
11 APR
3 - 5pm
WHERE
8 Horwood St, Currajong
COST
$85 per person
BOOKINGS
Bookings required
0401 388 978
sales@lifeskillsqueensland.com.au
www.lifeskillsqueensland.com.au/groupworkshops
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PLAY2LEARN E
PRESENTED BY 54 REASONS
Play2learn is a 54 Reasons support playgroup where families can come to play with their children, assist their child to be ready for school, develop their parenting skills and connect with other families and community services.
WHEN
2 APR 4 APR 9 APR
9 - 11am 9 - 11am 9 - 11am
11 APR 9 - 11am
WHERE
Vincent State School, 280 Palmerston Street, Vincent
COST
Free BOOKINGS
No bookings required
0422 233 501
nqoffice@savethechildren.org.au
ANDERSON GARDENS CONSERVATORY A
PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE
BOTANIC GARDENS
The Anderson Gardens Conservatory is open every Tuesday 7:30am to 2:30pm and provides a free, all ages, all abilities experience. Explore the wide range of flora on display including pitcher plants, ant plants, bromeliads, orchids, flowering annuals and much more.
WHEN
2 APR 9 APR
7.30am - 2.30pm 7.30am - 2.30pm
WHERE
Anderson Botanic Gardens, Currajong
COST
Free BOOKINGS
No bookings required
13 48 10
SCHOOL HOLIDAY DEALS P
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PRESENTED BY FUN SHOT FUN
Gel blasting is an exciting adrenaline rush! We supply the blasters, gels, safety eyewear, plus the field is air-conditioned. Minimum age 10 years.
WHEN
2 - 14 APR 2 - 14 APR
10am - 12noon 1 - 3pm
WHERE
3/16 High Range Drive, Thuringowa Central
COST
$35 per person
BOOKINGS
No bookings required
0439 807 328
tsvfunshotfun@gmail.com
STEM-TASTIC ACTIVITY DAY P
PRESENTED BY THE TOWNSVILLE TOY LIBRARY
The Townsville Toy Library, with support from the Queensland Government, is hosting a FREE action-packed, interactive morning of STEM related activities for children aged 4-12 years old.
WHEN
3 APR
9.30am - 12.30pm
WHERE
Northern Beaches Community Centre, Burdell
COST
Free BOOKINGS
Bookings required
hello@townsvilletoylibrary.org.au
https://www.trybooking.com/CPFJK
WILD AND WONDERFUL CREATURE CARE WITH LUCINDA GIFFORD
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PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE CITYLIBRARIES
A lively presentation, where Lucinda will share her creative secrets, give valuable drawing tips and create a unique character. Using your imagination, draw a creature that has NEVER been drawn before and create a pet-care booklet for your kooky characters.
WHEN
3 APR 1 - 2pm
WHERE
Citylibraries Flinders Street, Townsville City
COST
Free BOOKINGS
Bookings required
07 4727 8310
library@townsville.qld.gov.au
https://whatson.townsville.qld.gov.au/events/ wild-and-wonderful-creature-care
CHARACTER COOKBOOK WITH LUCINDA GIFFORD P
PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE CITYLIBRARIES
We’ll look at Lucinda’s tried and tested recipes for drawing animals and characters – through using shapes, and adding expression, texture and context. Everyone will have their own wonderful selection of characters by the end of the day.
WHEN
3 APR
11am - 12noon
WHERE
Citylibraries Flinders Street, Townsville City
COST
Free BOOKINGS
Bookings required
07 4727 8310
library@townsville.qld.gov.au
https://whatson.townsville.qld.gov.au/events/ character-cookbook-with-lucinda-gifford
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WHITNEY AND BRITNEY CHICKEN DIVAS GUIDED STORYWALK
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PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE CITYLIBRARIES
Immerse yourself in Whitney and Britney’s adventures at our story walk at Sister Kenny Park (the fenced toddler playground at The Strand). Join us for a guided story walk with author and illustrator, Lucinda Gifford. Feather boas and sparkles are encouraged but not compulsory!
WHEN
3 APR 4 APR
9 - 10am 9 - 10am
WHERE
Fenced toddler playground, The Strand
COST
Free
BOOKINGS
Bookings required
07 4727 8310
library@townsville.qld.gov.au
https://whatson.townsville.qld.gov.au/events/
whitney-and-britney-chicken-divas-story-walk
SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAM
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PRESENTED BY WILDCATZ INDOOR SPORTS
Wildcatz School Holiday Program, the ultimate adventure for kids aged 5-13! Our program is fully supervised and offers a fantastic blend of educational sports, heart-pounding Nerf Wars, and thrilling Ninja Parc activities. Plus, we’ve got lunch covered!
WHEN
9am3pm 9am3pm 9am3pm 9am3pm
WHERE
18 Black Hawk Blvd, Thuringowa Central
COST
$40 per person
BOOKINGS
Bookings required
07 4723 1414
info@wildcatzindoorsports.com.au
https://www.wildcatzindoorsports.com.au/ book-online?category=bd2d4e51-c451-4f579f32-b94c11e72b38
ATOMIC SCIENCE
P Y
PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE EDUCATION CENTRE
Explore the smallest building blocks of the world and learn how they come together to create all things! Explore chemistry from the inside out!
WHEN
4 APR
9am - 12noon
WHERE
8 Keane Street, Currajong
COST
$45 per person
BOOKINGS
Bookings required
0492 895 723
admin@allaccesseducation.com.au
https://www.trybooking.com/eventlist/tec
APR 10
3 APR 5 APR 8
APR
CHEMISTRY CHAOS
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PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE
EDUCATION CENTRE
Follow on from atomic science and explore the higher-level chemical reactions that occur when atoms and molecules combine!
Fizz, sparkle, bubble and pop as we explore mixtures and messes and all things science.
WHEN
4 APR 1 - 4pm
WHERE
8 Keane Street, Currajong
COST
$45 per person
BOOKINGS
Bookings required 0492 895 723
admin@allaccesseducation.com.au
https://www.trybooking.com/eventlist/tec
CORNHOLE
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PRESENTED BY JUBILEE BOWLS CLUB
Cornhole (or bean bag toss) for up to 12 children between 10 and 15 years of age. You score when your bag stays on the board, or goes through the hole. Either singles or two person teams.
WHEN
4 APR 9 APR
9.30 - 10.30am 9.30 - 10.30am
WHERE
13 Burdekin Street, Mundingburra
COST
$10 per person
BOOKINGS
Bookings required. Call to book.
0407 040 208
secretary@jubileebowlsclub.com.au
WHERE WILD IDEAS COME FROM WITH LUCINDA GIFFORD
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PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE CITYLIBRARIES
Lucinda shares her creative techniques, as well as her creative failures! Through a series of wacky, lively and challenging activities come up with the WILDEST story ideas, learn creative concepts, and the tools to create future great works.
WHEN
4 APR
1 - 2pm
WHERE
Citylibraries Flinders Street, Townsville City
COST
Free
BOOKINGS
Bookings required
07 4727 8310
library@townsville.qld.gov.au
https://whatson.townsville.qld.gov.au/events/ where-wild-ideas-come-from-with-lucindagifford
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FUTURISTIC FUN WORKSHOP WITH LUCINDA GIFFORD
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PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE CITYLIBRARIES
Chaos and creativity combine in this wacky futuristic workshop with author and illustrator Lucinda Gifford. Based on the mind-bending concepts explored in This Book is a Time Machine, we will create future machines, wild robots, and bizarre landscapes!
WHEN
4 APR
11am - 12noon
WHERE
Citylibraries Flinders Street, Townsville City
COST
Free
BOOKINGS
Bookings required
07 4727 8310
library@townsville.qld.gov.au
https://whatson.townsville.qld.gov.au/events/ futuristic-fun-workshop-with-lucinda-gifford
EASTER HOLIDAY HAPPY CAT DAY
P
PRESENTED BY RSPCA
Join us for Happy Cat Day! Not sure what to do over the holidays? Well here’s a purr-fect idea.
WHEN
4 APR 11 APR
9 - 11am & 1 - 3pm 9 - 11am & 1 - 3pm
WHERE
1/3 Woodman Ct, West End
COST
Free
BOOKINGS
Bookings required
0448 135 856
abigail.robinson@rspcaqld.org.au
https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/easterholiday-happy-cat-day-tickets-827624486117
FORENSICS INVESTIGATION
P Y
PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE EDUCATION CENTRE
Keep that detective brain going as you move on from cracking codes to cracking cases! Can you solve the crime and use real scientific techniques to uncover clues to the criminals identity?
WHEN
5 APR 1 - 4pm
WHERE
8 Keane Street, Currajong
COST
$45 per person
BOOKINGS
Bookings required
0492 895 723
admin@allaccesseducation.com.au
https://www.trybooking.com/eventlist/tec
CODE CRACKERS
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PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE EDUCATION CENTRE
Use your problem solving skills to crack the codes, win points and prizes and become the ultimate puzzle master! Do you have what it takes to solve the riddles, clues and ciphers?
WHEN
5 APR
9am - 12noon
WHERE
8 Keane Street, Currajong
COST
$45 per person
BOOKINGS
Bookings required
0492 895 723
admin@allaccesseducation.com.au
https://www.trybooking.com/eventlist/tec
SCIENCE OF THE HUMAN BODY
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PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE EDUCATION CENTRE
Explore the wonders of the human body, conduct experiments to discover how your body systems work and delve in to the world of anatomy!
WHEN
8 APR
9am - 12noon
WHERE
8 Keane Street, Currajong
COST
$45 per person
BOOKINGS
Bookings required
0492 895 723
admin@allaccesseducation.com.au
https://www.trybooking.com/eventlist/tec
SCIENCE OF FIRE
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PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE EDUCATION CENTRE
For our final workshop of the holidays we’re getting hot! Let’s explore the science of fire, what does a fire need to burn and how can different factors affect its speed and intensity?
WHEN
8 APR
1 - 4pm
WHERE
8 Keane Street, Currajong
COST
$45 per person
BOOKINGS
Bookings required
0492 895 723
admin@allaccesseducation.com.au
https://www.trybooking.com/eventlist/tec
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TUMBLE UP
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PRESENTED BY CIRCUP ARTS
Embark on a thrilling journey into the world of acrobatics and unlock the daring acrobat within you! Join us for an exciting session where you’ll discover the art of tumbling, honing your agility, strength, and coordination.
WHEN
8 APR
5 - 7pm
WHERE
44 Charles St, Aitkenvale
COST
$30 per person
BOOKINGS
Bookings required
07 4778 3778 or 0432
117 993
admin@circuparts.com.au
Call or email to book
HANDS ON WILDLIFE
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PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE CITYLIBRARIES
Join Ranger Dan for a Hands on Wildlife show and be inspired to conserve our wildlife. You will be able to meet and pat some amazing animals too.
WHEN
8 APR
10am - 12noon
WHERE
Citylibraries Riverway, 20 Village Blvd, Thuringowa Central
COST
Free
BOOKINGS
Bookings required
07 4727 8310
library@townsville.qld.gov.au
https://whatson.townsville.qld.gov.au/events/ hands-on-wildlife
TOYS, TOTS AND TREATS
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PRESENTED BY YWAM PRECINCT CAFE
Visit the YWAM Precinct Cafe from 9:3010:30am every second Monday of the month and enjoy a coffee with other parents as your kids join the fun activities provided!
WHEN
8 APR
9.30 - 10.30am
WHERE
312 Walker Street, Townsville City
COST
Free
BOOKINGS
No bookings required
0456 899 058
precinctcafe@ywamships.org
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COME AND TRY CIRCUS
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PRESENTED BY CIRCUP ARTS
Students will have the opportunity to learn the art of juggling, tumbling, manipulation (trick sticks, spinning plates, staff, poi etc.)
WHEN
9 APR
5.30 - 7pm
WHERE
44 Charles St, Aitkenvale
COST
$25 per person
BOOKINGS
Bookings required
07 4778 3778 or 0432 117 993 admin@circuparts.com.au
Call or email to book
READING TO PETS P
PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE CITYLIBRARIES
Join Citylibraries at the Animal Care and Adoption Centre to read a book to a furry friend. Books provided or bring your own. A great way to encourage reading in the school holidays to a non-judgemental friendly audience.
WHEN
9 & 10 APR
11am - 12noon
WHERE
Animal Care and Adoption Centre, Shaw
COST
Free
BOOKINGS
Bookings required
07 4727 8310
library@townsville.qld.gov.au
https://whatson.townsville.qld.gov.au/events/ reading-to-pets
WEAVING WORKSHOPS A
PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE CITY GALLERIES
Learn various weaving techniques with the ‘Deadly Aunties’ from the beautiful Torres Strait Islands and transform a coconut palm frond into a windmill, a fish on a rod, or a small ball. Limited spaces available.
WHEN
9 APR 10 APR 11 APR
10am12noon 10am12noon 10am12noon
WHERE
Perc Tucker Regional Gallery, Cnr Denham & Flinders Street, Townsville City
COST
Free
BOOKINGS
No bookings required
07 4727 9011 galleries@townsville.qld.gov.au
22
MESSY PLAY ON THE ISLAND
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PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE CITYLIBRARIES
Unleash the mess! Increase your child’s confidence and develop their fine and gross motor skills by exploring fun, sensory and creative messy play featuring Bluey themed activities.
WHEN
9 APR
9 - 11am
WHERE
Alma Bay, Magnetic Island
COST
Free BOOKINGS
No bookings required
07 4727 8310
libraryexperiences@townsville.qld.gov.au
YOUTH DAY
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PRESENTED BY YOUTH RESET
Register on arrival for yoga, basketball, games, fitness, art, music & more. Hosted by Certified Social Enterprise Youth RESET: empowering our next generation with wellbeing programs. Youth Day is part of the Sundalah Wellness Festival: 7 - 21 April.
WHEN
9 APR
12 - 4pm
WHERE
Townsville Sports Precinct, 24 Burke Street, North Ward
COST
$15 per person
BOOKINGS
Bookings required
0401 401 446
hello@youthreset.com.au
https://festival.sundalah.com.au
COME AND TRY AERIAL ARTS
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PRESENTED BY CIRCUP ARTS
Dive into the captivating world of Vertical Dance & Aerial Silks. Experience the thrill of aerial acrobatics as performers gracefully manoeuvre while suspended from heights using ropes and silks.
WHEN
11 APR
5.30 - 7.30pm
WHERE
44 Charles St, Aitkenvale
COST
$40 per person
BOOKINGS
Bookings required. Call or email to book.
07 4778 3778 or 0432
117 993
admin@circuparts.com.au
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SONGTIME IN THE PARK
PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE CITYLIBRARIES
Join us for a morning of talking, reading, singing and playing in the park. Join in the songs and stories from 9.30 - 10am. Bring your picnic blanket, hat, sunscreen, water bottle and snack.
WHEN
11 APR
8.30 - 11am
WHERE
Little Reid Park, Cnr Flowers Street & First Street, Railway Estate
COST
Free
BOOKINGS
No bookings required
07 4727 8310
libraryexperiences@townsville.qld.gov.au
QYS - U MATTER
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PRESENTED BY QUEENSLAND YOUTH SERVICE
Come down and enjoy the afternoon. You could WIN a laptop plus other prizes up for grabs. Free food, activities and community stalls.
WHEN
11 APR
12 - 3pm
WHERE
Sherriff Park, Love Lane, Mundingburra
COST Free
BOOKINGS
No bookings required
0416 195 879
reconnecttl@qys.org.au
KIDS HOLIDAY CLUB
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PRESENTED BY ROSS RIVER ANGLICAN CHURCH
A free two-day Christian kids holiday club for children in years 2 to 6, run by Ross River Anglican Church and hosted by The Cathedral School.
WHEN
16 APR
8.30am - 3.30pm
WHERE
The Cathedral School, Mundingburra
COST
Free
BOOKINGS
Bookings required
0439 656 360
admin@rrachurch.com
rrachurch.com
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