Eastern Suburbs Mums

Summer School Holidays Activities at The Golden Sheaf

02/01/2024

The Golden Sheaf Hotel in Double Bay is back again with FREE activities for the kids on Sunday afternoons during the summer school holidays. Mark these dates down in your calendar for three fun and stress-free Sunday afternoons with the little ones. · Sunday 14th January 12:30pm – 3:30pm: Arts & Crafts. Unleash your creativity and craft a masterpiece to take home. · Sunday 21st January 12:30pm – 3:30pm: Plaster Painting. Pick your favourite shape and paint colours and create a work of art. · Sunday 28th January 12:30pm – 3:30pm: Face Painting. Transform into the superhero, animal, or fairy…

by jay

Events, Food

Green Square’s new outdoor fresh food market

01/01/2024

Green Square locals can enjoy a new shopping and dining destination with Zetland now home to a weekly fresh produce market. More than 50 stalls selling farm fresh and organic fruit and vegetables, as well as smoked seafood, baked goods and other gourmet treats will set up at Green Square plaza every Saturday from 8am to 2pm. Cured meats and cheese stalls will also join the markets from April. Homewares, fashion pieces and gifts, as well as live music and activities for kids, will also be at the community markets. Green Square Market will involve local businesses, organisations and performers….

by jay

Inspiration

Street Libraries

29/12/2023

Street libraries are community-led initiatives, which spread the joy of reading with visitors and locals alike. If you have ever wondered what they were, or wondered how to start one, here’s the scoop! Over the past few years, a growing number of Street Libraries have been popping up across Randwick City. Affixed to brick walls, standing on posts, tied to front gates, their brightly painted exterior inviting passers-by to pause on their journey and peruse the harlequin collection of books housed within. Local street librarian Lisa McCutchion takes great joy in curating her street library on St Marks Road, Randwick….

by jay

Events, School holidays, What to do

THE LISTIES: MAKE SOME NOISE!

29/12/2023

For over a decade the award-winning Listies have toured the world doing shows for literally gazillions of kidults (that’s kids and their adults). Now it’s your turn. Make Some Noise is a comedy concert for humans aged 4-400. Join the maestros of mirth, Rich and Matt, as they belt out a bunch of songs with the LOLs turned up to 11. Will they be in tune? Almost. In time? Not quite. In order? Definitely. Can Rich dance? Let’s find out. It’s a party for your ears and both of them are invited. Hilarious, fabulous fun for the whole family! Where: …

by jay

Health & Wellbeing, What to do

Yoga Walks

29/12/2023

Proudly supported by Woollahra Council. Yoga Walks bring together the multi-dimensional benefits of being in nature, walking, gentle movement, breathwork and mindfulness. This is a chance to connect with nature and to yourself, in a small group of up to 10, led by experienced yoga teachers. Enjoy a guided walk integrated with standing and seated yoga poses and incorporating breath and mindfulness practices. Invite silent contemplation and reflection. Learn more about First Nations’ connection to Country and “junga- ngarraanga miinggi” (hearing, listening, learning, feeling, thinking, understanding). Yoga Walks are 60 minutes in duration, suitable for all and ideal for seniors….

by jay

Health & Wellbeing, What to do

5 Free outdoor Workouts in the Woollahra Council area

28/12/2023

If your New Year’s resolution is to get fit, why not make the most of our beautiful local environment and take your workout outdoors. You don’t need a gym membership, most activities are free and they’re right at your doorstep. Here are five suggestions to get you motivated. 1. Try an outdoor gym Try a workout with a view at one of our outdoor gyms. You’ll find exercise equipment at Christison Park, Rushcutters Bay Park and Yarranabbe Park. The exercise equipment is different in each park, ranging from simple static equipment ideal for chin-ups, sit-ups and step-ups, to new interactive…

by jay

Monday's Mum Profiles

This Weeks Local Mum, Shelley Millingen

27/12/2023

Hello there, I’m Shell, and I’ve been calling the Eastern Suburbs home since 1994 when I first set foot in this colourful corner of Sydney. It’s the heart of my story, now shared with my two wonderful kids. My journey here has been as diverse as the Eastern Suburbs itself. For 15 years, I was immersed in the world of jewellery, showcasing my creations at Bondi and Paddington Markets. Each piece held a story, but life has a way of evolving. In 2018, I discovered a new calling at OzHarvest. When I first joined as a volunteer, my initial project…

by jay

Inspiration

Randwick and Waverley Councils promote Float to Survive message this summer

26/12/2023

Randwick and Waverley Councils are joining forces again this summer to help reduce the record number of drownings in Australia by encouraging people to “Float to Survive”. Float to Survive is a pilot water safety campaign launched by the two councils last December (2022) in partnership with the University of NSW (UNSW) Beach Safety Research Group (BSRG) to promote floating as the best chance of survival for swimmers who get into trouble in the water. Float to Survive was evaluated by the head of the BSRG, Professor Rob Brander (aka ‘Dr Rip’) who found it was an easy-to-understand and well…

by jay

Health & Wellbeing

The Best Ways to Keep Toddlers Safe from Germs

23/12/2023

You don’t want your little ones to get sick, and whenever they do, you probably wish you were able to protect them better. When you see your child feeling miserable and suffering from a cold or flu, do you think, “If only I could just put them in a bubble to keep them safe from all the germs”? You can’t, of course. Your child needs to be able to experience the world- to touch it and interact with it. They can’t do that if they are kept away from everything. However, there are some things that you can do to…

by jay

Kids, School holidays, What to do

OzHarvest Kids Cooking for a Cause in the holidays!

22/12/2023

OzHarvest’s Cooking for a Cause program is a very special way to connect with our mission and give back to the community. Held here in our kitchen, OzHarvest chefs teach zero-waste cooking skills and discover amazing tips and tricks while transforming rescued ingredients into gourmet meals that support people in need. We’re welcoming kids into the kitchen with their parents/caregivers during the holidays to experience the Cooking for a Cause magic! These sessions have been designed for both kids and adults to enjoy together and strikes the perfect balance – not too basic for the adults, and not too complex…

by jay

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Summer School Holidays Activities at The Golden Sheaf

Green Square’s new outdoor fresh food market

Street Libraries

THE LISTIES: MAKE SOME NOISE!

Yoga Walks

5 Free outdoor Workouts in the Woollahra Council area

This Weeks Local Mum, Shelley Millingen

Randwick and Waverley Councils promote Float to Survive message this summer

The Best Ways to Keep Toddlers Safe from Germs

OzHarvest Kids Cooking for a Cause in the holidays!

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