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Term Time Activities, classes & events in Perth WA
WAkids lists baby, toddler, primary age and teen classes, activities and family events happening during term time in Perth WA, the Western Suburbs, Subiaco, Fremantle and will soon be spreading further over the metro area.
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Animals & Nature
Behind the Scenes @
Chidlow Marsupial Hospital, 185 Anvil Way, Chidlow
Sat Feb 13th
2.00pm – 4.00pm
Ages 6 years and older
$17.00
Ever wanted to see what goes on in a ‘real’ animal hospital? Well, here is your chance. Join us ‘behind the scenes’ at Chidlow Marsupial Hospital. Meet the animals and their carers and learn all about the cuddly joeys and the heartache and joy that goes hand-in-hand with rehabilitating our native wildlife.
Art & Creative Workshops
Animation After School Club
Juniors 7 – 9 year olds 5 week course starting Tues 9th Feb
Seniors 10 – 14 year olds 5 week course starting Mon 8th Feb
4.00pm – 5.30pm
$50 non members, $40 members
The Digital Studio holds a whole host of classes ranging from Game making to Film Soundtrack and animation. Great for older children aged from 7 – 16 year olds.
Art & Culture
McCubbin: Last Impressions 1907 – 17 Exhibition
Sun 14th Feb
10.00am – 1.00pm
FREE! entry for all children until 1.oopm
A day filled with fun and entertainment for the whole family. Children can get hands-on in art-making activities, watch the amazing art of ice-sculpting, and see and participate in bush band performances. You also can have your face painted, play historical games, follow the children’s Art Trail, and listen to storytellers and bush poets
Sports Games & Clinics
Paramatta Eels Junior Development Clinic
Ken Allen, Fremantle
Fri 12th Feb
All Fremantle juniors are encouraged to come down to Ken Allen and participate in the clinic. It will be a great opportunity to see the likes of Jarryd Hayne, Fui Fui Moi Moi and Nathan Hindmarsh up close. All the Eels will be signing autographs and having their picture taken just like last season when the Sydney Roosters came over.
On Sunday 14th Feb the Eels play the Dragons in an early season trial at ME stadium.
The Dragons will use the Perth game to kick start their 2010 season against a confident Parramatta Eels who staged a stunning run in the final series this year to get through to the grand final. Buy tickets at Ticketmaster
Registration starts on 5th Feb at an AFL club near you.
Registrations start in mid February at a RUFC near you.
Kickin Back Pool Party – 9285 4343
Claremont Pool, Davies Rd, Claremont
Fri 12th Feb
Ages: 8 – 16 year olds
6.00 – 9.00pm
- Live DJ
- Bungy Run
- Dive Boards
- Pool Inflatables
- Mechanic Surf Board
- Bommie Competition
FREE!
5.30 – 7.00pm
Sun 14th Feb @ Mason’s Gardens, Dalkeith
- Midnight Sun – Groove/Soul/Pop
Sun 21st Feb @ Mt Claremont Community Centre
- Rough Housers – Rock ‘n’ Roll
Sun 28th Feb @ Dott Bennet Park, Smyth Rd, Nedlands
- Chris Murphy and the Holy Rollers – Rock ‘n’ Roll
What’s on at your local Library?
For Free library events check out our Libraries postings.
Black Dog Books
Melbourne publisher Black Dog Books are looking for some young folk to read some great upcoming new books and give some feedback.
If you’d like to be involved, Email KAREN
Father & Daughter Valentine Ball
Sheraton Hotel Grand Ballroom
Fri 12th Feb
6.45 – 9.15pm
Ideal for daughters aged 5 – 18 years old
Tickets from BOCS
5th Feb – 11th Mar 2010
Bookings from 8th Nov at BOCS or outlets (transactions fees DO NOT apply when purchasing through outlets)
Perth Writers Festival Precinct, UWA, Crawley
Sun 28 Feb
9.30am – 4.00pm
FREE!
Ages 1 – 13 years old and their families
Get creative with hands-on workshops and artistic games in the Kids Courtyard, listen to much-loved stories come to life, take part in competitions and activities, have a book signed and get your favourite author to answer all those burning questions you’ve been dying to ask.
FREE!
Fri 26th Feb @ Hillarys
Sat 27th Feb @ South Perth
Sun 28th Feb @ Bayswater
Asterix & the Vikings
Asterix and Obelix have been given a tough mission: transform the Chief’s lazy nephew Justforkix into a warrior. Meanwhile, a group of fearless Viking warriors travel to Asterix’s village on a quest to discover the meaning of fear, having heard that fear gives you wings. When Justforkix is kidnapped, Asterix and Obelix must mount a desperate rescue mission in order to save their protégé before the Chief discovers their incompetence.
- Picnickers are welcome from 6pm
- BBQ facilities onsite
- Entertainment from 6.30pm
- Film starts at sunset (approx 7.30pm)
- To ensure everyone has a good view of the screen, please only bring blankets or low chairs
Enrolments open from 29th Jan – 11th Feb for 20th Feb start
For a limited time only…..
Mon Feb 8th – Sun 21st
Activities start at 10.00am weekdays, 11.00am weekends
Toddlers under 5 year olds
Get ready to hear the pitter patter of little feet as toddlers take over Scitech for an entire fortnight in February! Parents are encouraged to bring children and babies under 5 along to enjoy a range of exciting science activities specifically geared for toddlers.
Children can sing and dance along to the Kangaroo Creek Gang and Puppet Shows, touch a baby animal in the petting zoo, create play-dough creations and blow bubbles – and the Baby Play Zone is especially good for the under 3’s.
Idibidi Kids is running a series of free infant and toddler massage sessions during Toddlerfest at Scitech in West Perth. For session times and info, please visit http://www.idibidikids.com.au learn fun ways to interact with your baby or toddler through massage and positive touch games to rhymes and songs. Natalie will explain the best time to massage your child and why massage and touch is beneficial for your child plus more. Guaranteed to be lots of fun (and educational too!). Natalie is the West Australian State Rep. for the International Association of Infant Massage (IAIM) and Massage in Schools Instructor with Massage in Schools Australia Inc.
