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Events, Kids

ALICE IN WONDERLAND

Returning to Sydney after a 2022 Sell Out Season Royal Botanic Garden Sydney  8 – 23 APRIL 2023 This Easter school holiday, experience an adventure like no other as Lewis Carroll’s absurd  & wickedly clever classic ALICE IN WONDERLAND is brought to life in Glenn Elston’s  acclaimed production in the beautiful Royal Botanic Garden Sydney from 8 to 23 April.  Meet your favourite assortment of curious characters; the skittish, constantly late White  Rabbit, the Dodo and other birds who love a sing-along, the pepper-obsessed Duchess and  her extremely crazy cook, the Cheshire Cat who will leave you with a grin…

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Inspiration, Kids

Learning while playing

New Australian company creates sustainable educational ‘clever suitcases’ and  playmats in response to seeing too many very young kids on devices’.  ‘We were compelled to design a practical toy which helps parents find an  alternative to their children using devices when out and about’.  With their slogan “Learning while playing everywhere you go!”, The Wonderful Little Suitcase Company  reminds us of the beauty and benefits of play and that there are clever alternatives for young children to  using digital devices. This new Australian toy company has designed clever and completely original ‘pop up’ toy suitcases never  before seen, with different…

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Events, Kids

The Spot Festival

The Spot Festival is back this year on Sunday 26 March 2023 from 1pm until 8pm! Held at the intersection of St Pauls Street and Perouse Road, Randwick. The Spot Festival has grown to become a favourite in the Eastern Suburbs event circuit, and is Randwick’s biggest free outdoor festival held in March each year. Enjoy the end of summer at The Spot Festival – a splendid multicultural celebration of culture, food and live music. There are plenty of stallholders to peruse through, free kids activities on offer and cultural performances to enjoy. Entertainment Line up There will be plenty of…

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Events, Inspiration, Kids

Mini Musica’s first concert at Paddington

We are so excited to announce Mini Musica’s first concert at Paddington Uniting Church. Mini Musica concerts are delivered by professional musicians of international standing.  You can attend weekly or monthly – it’s up to you. Each venue hosts a monthly morning concert with various locations around Sydney including Paddington. Created by musical mums for lovers of live music with young families. Parents with limited time and resources when it comes to evening events can now introduce and share their love of live music in daylight hours with their children. Upcoming concerts at Paddington Uniting Church: Brilliance of Bach –…

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Inspiration, Kids

Top Tips For Teaching Your Children The Power Of Empathy

Parents have their work cut out for them to teach children all the important foundations of life, and how to respect our community. Teaching your child the power of empathy is an invaluable lesson, and one that will shape children into caring individuals who have empathy will all kinds of people. If you are already aware of the benefits of raising empathetic children but have no idea where to start, let’s cover some tips.  Supporting charities Supporting charities and making charitable donations is a perfect way to exemplify what it means to be empathetic and contribute to the support of…

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Inspiration, Kids

Fambo Queer Arts for Kids and Families

This event is resented by Waverley Council as part of Pride Amplified. Join with LGBTQIA+ artists and creatives for a fun day of art activities for ALL KINDS of kids and families. Visit the Rainbow Wall installation and add your own colourful self-portrait of your present, future or dream self.  Make your own unique Pride flag or pronoun badge, or get lost in a book in our queer story reading corner! In addition to Fambo’s great offerings, you can have a rainbow painted on your face and come together with other kids and families to celebrate the festivities of WorldPride!…

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Food, Inspiration, Kids, What to do

Grow It Local awards

  Grow It Local – your local grow community – is proud to announce the third annual Grow It Local Awards, a community-minded celebration of creativity & fun in homegrown culture. We invite Australian veggie gardeners to share what’s growing on in your patch — for the chance to win a host of excellent prizes! This year, we’re searching for winners in eight key categories: Biggest Vegetable Award Wonkiest Vegetable / Vegetable That Most Looks Like… The ‘Why I Love My Patch’ Award – because only a grower knows the feeling Australia’s Best Chicken Name Award Homegrown Hero – community champion…

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Kids, What to do

OPERA HOUSE LAUNCHES NEW KIDS PROGRAM OF THEATRE, MUSIC & WORKSHOPS

Sydney – Tuesday 31 January, 2023. The Sydney Opera House has unveiled its 2023 Kids and Families program featuring an array of local and international performances, workshops and experiences to inspire the next generation of creative thinkers. “I’m delighted to launch our 2023 kids program, which offers a range of experiences for all ages and interests, from exciting interpretations of classical myths to international stories of migration and adventure. Our heartwarming page to stage adaptations will delight lovers of the classics, and technology-led First Nations storytelling will immerse audiences in a breathtaking fusion of dance and art. Complementing our performance program…

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Kids, Parenting

From Struggling to Thriving: How Mums Are Helping Their Children in School

As a mother, there is nothing more important than ensuring your child’s success in school. But with so many demands on our time and resources, it can be difficult to know where to turn for help. That’s why many of us are turning to Tutero, an online tutoring service that is taking Australia by storm.  So… what is Tutero? Tutero offer personalised 1-on-1 online lessons that offer the best of both worlds: the convenience and flexibility of online learning, combined with the individual attention and expertise of a traditional tutor. Last year Tutero had over 1,250 happy parents and over…

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