SCHOOL holidays are just around the corner, and for government run primary and secondary school students they officially begin on, gasp, Monday, July 7.
Across Mitchell Shire there’s plenty to do and see for young people.
At Wallan Library, Tuesday, July 8, there’s an exciting recycling challenge and participants will use cardboard tubes, cups and sticks to make the strongest and tallest beanstalk imaginable. The cost is free and the activity is most suited to young people aged five plus, and the fun runs from 1.30pm to 2.30pm.
What else?
Learn how to make a papercraft orchid that’s adorable and elegant to decorate your living space with or to give as a gift. All you need to know is what colour petals you prefer, and the workshop is free and suits ages seven onwards.
Bookings are essential and the workshop will be held at the Broadford Library on Wednesday, July 9 at 10.30am to 11.30am.
The papercraft orchid activity will also be held at the Wallan Library on Thursday, July 10 at 10.30am to 11.30 am and at the Seymour Library on Friday, July 11 at 1.30pm to 2.30pm.
In the afternoon, splash into inflatable madness at the Kilmore Leisure Centre from 12pm to 2pm to try your luck on crossing the inflatable slide and staying dry.
The cost is free for children currently enrolled as a swim school student and for children over the age of five, the cost is $10.
Back to the drawing board
Here’s a chance to get creative, relax, and connect with friends, (or make new ones) at Broadford Paint and Snack.
Bookings are essential, and it’s free to join in. Supplies and tasty snacks are provided, and this is an opportunity for youth aged 12–18 with all levels of artistic abilities, so find your favourite art smock and get to the Broadford Youth Room on Thursday, July 10 from 9.30am to 1pm.
There’s another sensory experience to try, its sandpainting in a kaleidoscope of colours at the Kilmore Library, from 1.30pm to 2.30pm. The activity is suitable for ages five and onwards, and there is no cost. What’s more, this is a project ideal for families, and one you can treasure for eternity.
To book or for more information, scan the QR code.
Ultimately, keep an eye on the Review as we look to bring you more holiday events.
Get arty with the Kilmore Art Society (KAS)
Artist and mentor, Jeannette Jain encourages primary school and secondary students to join their weekly gathering at the KAS studio in Kilmore.
There are two sessions to attend, and the cost is free. There is no need to register, just bring your imagination and some snacks along on Wednesday, July 9 and 16, to 15 Anvil Avenue, Kilmore from 10am.
“If you can hold a pencil, you can draw,” Ms Jain said.
“First efforts can be surprisingly good, and we find our mental health improves when we have company. Rug up though, we have heaters but it’s such a large space to keep warm.
“Students over ten are welcome to attend and we request that they be accompanied by a parent please.
“Members of the community are also welcome.”
Wellington Square, get it!
Since 2011, Minecraft became an overnight sensation for all ages to spend their leisure time building, rationing resources, and surviving in a virtual world.
Yes, it is nearly 15 years since the game took over our screens, and even educators became aware of the potential for it to teach students just about how immeasurable some of planet earth’s resources really are.
These school holidays, all ages can get a closer look at Minecraft characters at Wellington Square Shopping Centre.
Keep it a surprise for your tag-alongs or help them anticipate the day by dressing them up as Alex, Herobrine, Steve or a Creeper.
Wellington Square Shopping centre is the only off street, fully enclosed shopping outlet in Wallan making it perfect stop to shop on Friday, July 11 between 11am and 1pm.
