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The White Hat Guide to 20 Things to do with children during the School Holidays in Melbourne
- Go to the State Library - The State Library is like a large free theme park for the thinking person. There you will find numbers of major displays, the Stawell Gallery which has art associated with the growth of Melbourne, the Keith Murdoch Gallery with changing displays around various topics, a significant chess section where you can sit down for a game, activity areas for children and, of course, books.
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Hurstbridge Wattle Festival
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The festival celebrates Australian heritage, environment and community. Lots of family activities in cluding steam train rides. |
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Hurstbridge Village, Main Road Hurstbridge
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Free entry |
Enquiries: 1300 660 072 |
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Jhankar: A taste of India
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Come and see Anderson Park transform into a cultural wonderland with Jhankar.
Jhankar, the translation meaning 'musical chime', will feature an array of
traditional Indian music and dance along with contemporary Bollywood
performances.
Concert goers are invited to soak up all this fantastic afternoon will have
to offer. Take part in a dance workshop, watch the kids participate in a
traditional Indian game, or get your very own temporary Henna tattoo. Be swept
away by the rhythmic melodies, colour and atmosphere of this event. The City of
Boroondara would like to thank the Rajasthai Kutumb of Victoria who assisted in
planning this wonderful celebration of Indian tradition and culture.
(These events may be cancelled in the case of extreme wet weather or heat.
Please call 0411 199 122 on the day of the event for up to date information.) |
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Anderson Park, Hawthorn East
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Free |
Enquiries: (03) 9278 4770 |
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Medieval Festival
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Two days of Medieval entertainment including fireworks, jousting, archery, sword fighting, dancing, parades and market stalls and Medieval crafts. |
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Kryal Castle Ballarat
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Flying Display
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An interactive flying display at the RAAF Museum which introduces visitors to the history of Australian military aviation and provides an opprtunity to see the aircraft close up and ask questions of the pilot before they take to the skies. |
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1pm, Tue, Thur & Sun (except Christmas-New Year) |
RAAF Museum,
Point Cook
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Free |
Enquiries: (03) 9526 1300 |
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Community Come & Try Rowing
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Sessions open to males and females of all ages. Just turn up, Recive receive basic tuition in crews of 4 in an olympic-style shell (boat). |
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10—11.30am, first Sunday of month |
Y Rowing Centre, Cnr Lakeside Drive & Queens Road, Albert Park
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Family Day at Collingwood Children's Farm
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On Family Days there are free pony rides, hay rides, a BBQ and activities matching the monthly theme. |
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Family Bike Rides
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The Melton Cycling Club operates family bike rides along bike baths in Melton
and Caroline Springs and twice a month.
- Caroline Springs;- Every 1st Sunday of each month leaving the Civic
Centre.
- Melton:- Every 3rd Sunday of each month leaving Hannah Watts Park
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Story Time at Rippon Lea
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Stories & songs for the young ones under the shady Story Tree. Spend
some time exploring the gardens at the conclusion of Story Time. Mum, dad,
grandma or grandpa might even like to bring a picnic lunch. Story Time is
available for the cost of garden entry for adults ($7) and children over 3 years
old ($3). (Note on pricing) |
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Pirate Day at Polly Woodside
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X marks the spot at Polly Woodside. Dress as a pirate and head to Polly Woodside to search for illusive buried treasure, walk the plank, join in pirate arts and crafts and have your face painted. |
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11am to 4pm, first Sunday of month throughout 2011 |
Polly Woodside, 2A Clarendon
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Adult $15, Child $8, Concession $12, Family $42 |
Enquiries: (03) 8663 7260 |
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Moonlight Cinema in the Royal Botanic Gardens
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Watch a movie in the night air in the magical surroundings of Melbourne's
Royal Botanic Gardens. Tickets from $18/$16/$14 plus booking fee. Full details and bookings at
Moonlight Cinema. Entry is from Gate D on Birdwood Avenue (near the
intersection of Domain Road), South Yarra. Gates open at 7pm in December,
January and February, 6.30pm in March and screenings start at sundown. Food and
drink available together with a full bar on site.
- Thursday 15th December 2011 - The Descendants (M)
- Friday 16th December 2011 - The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn - Part 1
(M)
- Saturday 17th December 2011 - Alvin And The Chipmunks 3: Chipwrecked
(G)
- Sunday 18th December 2011 - Crazy, Stupid, Love. (M)
- Tuesday 20th December 2011 - In Time (M)
- Wednesday 21st December 2011 - Drive (MA15+)
- Thursday 22nd December 2011 - Arthur Christmas (G)
- Friday 23rd December 2011 - We Bought A Zoo (PG)
- Saturday 24th December 2011 - Monty Python's Life of Brian (M)
- Monday 26th December 2011 - Midnight In Paris (PG)
- Tuesday 27th December 2011 - The Rocky Horror Picture Show (M)
- Wednesday 28th December 2011 - The Smurfs (G)
- Thursday 29th December 2011 - Contagion (M)
- Friday 30th December 2011 - The Princess Bride (PG)
- Tuesday 3rd January 2012 - Moneyball (M)
- Wednesday 4th January 2012 - Arrietty (CTC)
- Thursday 5th January 2012 - Immortals (MA15+)
- Friday 6th January 2012 - The Ides Of March (M)
- Saturday 7th January 2012 - Ferris Bueller's Day Off (PG)
- Sunday 8th January 2012 - The Ages Of Love (MA15+)
- Tuesday 10th January 2012 - The Inbetweeners Movie (MA15+)
- Wednesday 11th January 2012 - The Breakfast Club (M)
- Thursday 12th January 2012 - Jack and Jill (PG)
- Friday 13th January 2012 - Puss In Boots (PG)
- Saturday 14th January 2012 - The Darkest Hour (CTC)
- Sunday 15th January 2012 -
Red Dog (PG) - Doggie
Night - Bring your dog along. (Rules Apply)
- Tuesday 17th January 2012 - Dirty Dancing (M)
- Wednesday 18th January 2012 - The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn - Part
1 (M)
- Friday 20th January 2012 - New Year's Eve (M)
- Saturday 21st January 2012 - Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol
(M)
- Sunday 22nd January 2012 - J. Edgar (M)
- Wednesday 25th January 2012 - A Few Best Men (CTC)
- Thursday 26th January 2012 - The Sitter (CTC)
- Friday 27th January 2012 - Midnight In Paris (PG)
- Saturday 28th January 2012 - Dolphin Tale (PG)
- Sunday 29th January 2012 - Buck (PG)
- Tuesday 31st January 2012 - Grease Sing-A-Long (PG)
- Wednesday 1st February 2012 - Attack The Block (MA15+)
- Thursday 2nd February 2012 - Tower Heist (M)
- Friday 3rd February 2012 - Warhorse (M)
- Saturday 4th February 2012 - Happy Feet Two (PG)
- Sunday 5th February 2012 - The Iron Lady (M)
- Tuesday 7th February 2012 - Flying Swords Of The Dragon Gate
(CTC)
- Wednesday 8th February 2012 - We Bought A Zoo (PG)
- Thursday 9th February 2012 - Carnage (CTC)
- Friday 10th February 2012 - Sherlock Holmes: A Game Of Shadows
(CTC)
- Saturday 11th February 2012 -
Don Giovanni (CTC)
- Tuesday 14th February 2012 - Breakfast at Tiffany's (PG)
- Wednesday 15th February 2012 = Melancholia (M)
- Thursday 16th February 2012 - The Descendants (M)
- Friday 17th February 2012 - The Skin I Live In (MA15+)
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Shakespeare Under The Stars
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For over 10 years White Hat has thoroughly recommended Shakespeare Under The
Stars in the Royal Botanic Gardens and this year is no exception This year the
Australian Shakespeare Company are presenting Glenn Elston’s new adaptation A
Midsummer Night’s Dream - Behind The Scenes. following Shakespeare's
Mechanicals as they 'workshop' which of Shakespeare's plays they should perform
for the Duke at his wedding celebration. As a result this production contains
well-known Shakespearian scenes from Macbeth, Hamlet, Antony
and Cleopatra, King Lear, Othello and Romeo and Juliet,
each given an additional comic treatment. The production aims to be entertaining
for everyone.
Full details, ticket prices and booking instructions at
Australian Shakespeare Company. |
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Open Garden - Henry garden
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 As part of the wonderful
Australia's
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10am to 4.30pm, 11th & 12th February 2012 |
3 Eugenia Court, Boronia
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$6 per head, children u.18 free |
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Kids at Victoria Park
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Kids, get ready for an exciting adventure when Stewie Koala, Ellie Emu, Suzie
Roo and friends come to visit from the Magical Mountains. They will tell you all
about their wonderful travels around Australia and get you dancing and singing
along with their friend Wozza. Alongside the concert there will be the chance to
get up close and personal with Australia's indigenous animals when Wild Action,
the travelling interactive animal show, bring out some of their furry friends
including koalas and fairy penguins.
With the Tree House Art Workshop, face painters and Danny the Clown also
close by, this event promises to be a great day out for the whole family.
(These events may be cancelled in the case of extreme wet weather or heat.
Please call 0411 199 122 on the day of the event for up to date information.) |
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Victoria Park, High Street, Kew
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Sidney Myer Free Concerts: No.1 - Russian Rhapsody
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 White
Hat always looks forward to the Sidney Myer Free Concerts as one of the
highlights of the summer in Melbourne. They are made available free to the
people of Melbourne (and visitors) through the philanthropy of the late
Sidney Myer and performed in the
wonderful outdoor Music Bowl which he also contributed to the city.
The first concert in the season features intense Russian music opening with
Rachmaninov's brooding
Isle of the Dead and concluding with his brilliant
Symphonic
Dances
Performed by The Melbourne Symphony Orchestra with Simon Hewett (conductor)
and Antoinette Halloran (soprano)
This is a free concert and details of conditions of entry and what you are
able to bring with you is available
here.
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Sidney Myer Free Concerts: No.2 - Kalkadunga
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White Hat always looks forward to the Sidney Myer Free Concerts as one of the
highlights of the summer in Melbourne. They are made available free to the
people of Melbourne (and visitors) through the philanthropy of the late
Sidney Myer and performed in the
wonderful outdoor Music Bowl which he also contributed to the city.
Here is your opportunity tp lie on your back under the stars while the
orchestra conjures up the spirit of Mexico, Finland and Aboriginal Melbourne. Of
course when the first white men arrived in Melbourne they wouldn't have heard
the didgeridoo - at that
time it was unknown to Aboriginal people in southern and eastern Australia as it
was confined confined to the Pilbara area. Some time after white settlement, the
'didge' began to spread around Australia and was soon incorporated into the
various local Aboriginal cultures around the country. You are unlikely to hear
it better played than by that wonderful musician,
William Barton
Performed by The Melbourne Symphony Orchestra with Benjamin Northey
(conductor) and William Barton
(didgeridoo).
This is a free concert and details of conditions of entry and what you are
able to bring with you is available
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Twilight Jazz Picnic at Cruden Farm
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 An
annual fundraising event for the
McClelland Gallery held
at Dame Elisabeth Murdoch's 'Cruden'
Farm'. Dame Elisabeth Murdoch's
wonderful property with its famous gardens is thrown open to the public for
occasional fundraising events such as this oneand Dame Elisabeth has long been a
generous patron of the arts and of the McClelland Gallery. Cruden Farm is on the
corner of Cranbourne-Frankston & Cranhaven Roads, Langwarrin (Mel. Ref. 103 G6).
Entry is only from Cranhaven Road, where there is ample parking in the grounds.
White Hat suggests you go out of your way to enjoy this wonderful event and
suggests you bring your own picnic. Full details at
McClelland Gallery.
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4pm to 8pm, 18th February 2012 |
Cruden Farm (enter
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$15 pre-purchase and $20 on the day at the gate. Children under 12 free. Note on pricing |
Bookings: (03) 9789 1671 |
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Sidney Myer Free Concerts: No.3 - Rising Star
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White
Hat always looks forward to the Sidney Myer Free Concerts as one of the
highlights of the summer in Melbourne. They are made available free to the
people of Melbourne (and visitors) through the philanthropy of the late
Sidney Myer and performed in the
wonderful outdoor Music Bowl which he also contributed to the city.
The remarkable music scheme that started in Venezuela in 1975 known as
Venezuelan Sistema has given the world some wonderful and inspiring
classical music performances and musicians. Diego Matheuz is one of the the
latest musicians to emerge from this powerhouse, and at just 26, is bringing his
combination of Latin flair and technical mastery to the world’s leading
orchestras. This concert is your chance to experience one of today’s rising
musical personalities in a program of sumptuous, powerful classics. He is joined
in this concert by Australian pianist Ian Munro.
Performed by The Melbourne Symphony Orchestra with Diego Matheuz (conductor)
and Ian Munro (piano)
This is a free concert and details of conditions of entry and what you are
able to bring with you is available
here.
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Sidney Myer Free Concerts: No.4 - Four South American Seasons
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White Hat always looks forward to the Sidney Myer Free Concerts as one of the
highlights of the summer in Melbourne. They are made available free to the
people of Melbourne (and visitors) through the philanthropy of the late
Sidney Myer and performed in the
wonderful outdoor Music Bowl which he also contributed to the city.
The Venezuelan conductor Diego Matheuz, here brings a celebration of dance
music which is sure to have patrons on the grass itching to get up and dance
because are not the simple repetitive rhythms of a Summdayze or Big
Day Out, but the full complex classical rhythms of a full orchestra.
Astor Piazzolla's masterpiece,
Four Seasons of Buenos Aires, is the Latin equivalent of
Vivaldi’s
famous work, and for it Matheuz
will be joined by young Australian violinist, Kristian Winther. The concert
culminates in a blaze of rhythmic energy with Moncayo’s jubilant
Huapango.
- Prokofiev
Romeo and Juliet: Suite No.2
- Marquez Danzon No.2
- Piazzolla
Four Seasons of Buenos Aires
- Moncayo Huapango
Performed by The Melbourne Symphony Orchestra with Diego Matheuz (conductor)
and Kristian Winther (violin).
This is a free concert and details of conditions of entry and what you are
able to bring with you is available
here.
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Plant Fair at Cruden Farm
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Presented by the wonderful Australia's Open Garden Scheme. This day is
gardener's heaven - possibly Australia's most famous garden and the opportunity
to buy a wide selection of rare and unusual plants. Over this one special
weekend, we're once again bringing together around 40 exhibitors from Victoria
and interstate. You can talk to the expert growers of the most interesting and
unusual plants, and find something out of the ordinary. With everything from
bulbs to trees, natives to exotics, plus garden art, tools, guest speakers and
demonstrations - it's an enticing destination for garden-lovers.
This year's Fair is at Cruden
Farm, the lifetime achievement of national treasure
Dame Elisabeth Murdoch. Dame
Elisabeth designed and planted the renowned herbaceous borders, picking garden,
shrub walks, tree-shaded lawns and one of Australia's most famous avenues, all
contributing to a place of rare beauty. You can leave your purchases in our
plant creche while you take a leisurely stroll around the garden. Refreshments
will be available throughout the day.
Address: enter from Cranhaven Rd, Langwarrin. Directions: Melway 103:G5.
Information for bus groups & garden clubs:
- Please note that there is NO access to Cruden Farm for buses of over 25
seats unless they have pre-booked and pre-paid.
- Please read the important information for bus companies & groups
here about ensuring access for your bus.
Information for the public:
- The public do not need to pre-book.
- Parking, including disabled parking, is in paddocks adjoining the
garden. Most areas of the garden are accessible for wheelchairs and walking
frames.
- Public Transport Access: Train to Frankston Station & then Bus (routes
789, 790 or 791) to Veronica Street.
- Please note that OGA do not organise buses for the public to travel this
event.
All enquiries (03) 5568 1138 during business hours |
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Cruden Farm (enter
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Sustainable Water Use
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 As well as a spectacular collection of salvias, perennials and natives in
their substantial garden, Pat and John Anderson also have a large and very
productive vegetable patch. They have devised a sustainable water supply of
collected rainwater, linked tanks and a gravity-fed system of drippers. While
most of the plants in the flower garden are drought-tolerant, this excellent and
achievable watering system ensures the garden's all-round success. See further
information at The White Hat
Guide to Water Sensitive Urban Design (WSUD)
John is a scientist and he will give talks and demonstrations on how he and
Pat collect, measure, store and use their water. Notes outlining their water
practices will also be available.
This event is part of the wonderful
Australian
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98 Bradleys Lane, Warrandyte
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The Wind in the Willows
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White Hat recommends that anyone with kids packs a picnic, packs the kids...
and joins Rat, Mole, Badger, Otter, Portly and, of course, Mr Toad, as they
bring to life Kenneth Grahame's immortal story of life on the riverbank in what
has become a deservedly well loved tradition in Melbourne. (No performance
Australia Day). Full details and booking information at
Wind in the Willows. |
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11am, Saturday 31st March 2012 |
Duneira, Officer Lane, Mt Macedon
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single tickets, $25, family of four (1 ticket admits four people) $90, handling fee may apply |
Enquiries & bookings: 1300 122 344 |
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Trees of Duneira
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 A grand avenue of 90 glorious
Dutch Elms leads into the beautiful hills
station garden that embraces an historically significant house dating from the
1870s. Duneira boasts a notable collection of mature trees including Himalayan
holly, rare cut-leaf walnut, maples, dogwoods, rhododendrons and impressive
conifers such as the Noble and Nordmann firs. Sweeping lawns with shrubberies
lead to a holly-hedged 'secret garden' showcasing a beautiful old Japanese
flowering cherry. This event is part of the wonderful
Australia's
Open Garden Scheme.
There will be talks about Duneira's magnificent trees at 11am & 2pm.
Address: Officer Lane, Mount Macedon Directions: Melway X909:G10. Vic Roads
415:C9. From Melbourne exit Calder Fwy (M79) at Mt Macedon; take Mt Macedon Rd
(C322) to Mt Macedon shops; travel further 2.4 km to Officer Lane on left. |
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Toorak Village Festival of Sculpture
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For the entire month of may, Toorak Village businesses will display 99 contemporary sculptures in their windows and bolted to the pavements along Toorak Road. Take your time surveying the sculptures as well as the shops. Please enjoy 'a decade of sculpture' and take advantage of the warm hospitality of the traders in the village. Catalogues are available from any of the shops in the village and all sculptures are for sale. Toorak Village is between Wallace Ave and Grange Rd, just east of Williams Rd. Simply catch the no 8 tram from Federation Square, along Toorak Road to stop no 35. |
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1st to 31st May 2012 (tbc) |
Toorak Village
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Scandinavian Christmas Bazaar
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Discover Scandinavia in Melbourne at the annual Scandinavian Christmas Bazaar
in the beautiful gardens of the Swedish Church, Toorak. Festive atmosphere with
stalls full of gorgeous items from Sweden, Denmark and Norway, especially
imported for the Bazaar. Handicrafts, Scandinavian food, entertainment and lots
of fun activities for the kids. Full information at
Scandinavian Christmas Bazaar. |
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1st & 2nd December 2012 (tbc) |
Toorak House, 21 St Georges Road, Toorak
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Christmas Eve Carols and Pageant at Cruden Farm
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(This event is to be confirmed for 2012) Bring the family to enjoy Christmas Carols with singers and band. This popular community event includes a live re-enactment of the first Christmas with a baby, stable and donkey. Children are welcome to take part as angels or shepherds.
Gate opens at 6.30pm – enter from Cranhaven Road, Langwarrin. BYO picnic, rug, insect repellent, warm clothes. NO candles or pets please. Entry by donation – net proceeds used to support the needy in the local area. |
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7.30 to 8.45 pm, 24th December 2012 (tbc) |
Cruden Farm (enter
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Carols by Candlelight
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An event that has become a popular part of the Melbourne calendar |
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Docklands New Year's Eve Entertainment & Fireworks
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Program to be verified including 9.30pm family fireworks and midnight fireworks |
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Waterfront City, Docklands
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Government House Open Day
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As part of Australia Day, citizens and visitors are invited to visit
Government House,
inspect many rooms not normally open to the public and enjoy a picnic on
the lawns. Music and entertainment throughout the day.
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10am to 3pm, 26th January 2013 (tbc) |
Government House
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Enquiries: (03) 9655 4211 |
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Australia Day Picnic & Historic Vehicles Display
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The popular historic vehicle display, with more than 500 veteran and vintage vehicles, entertainment, free activities and food stalls. |
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Running Days - The engines are impressive seen in action and on the last Sunday of each month (except December) many of them are fired up. There will always be at least one or two steam rollers or traction engines in steam, the stationary museum steams up, the big diesels and the vintage workshop also put on a display. There are over 400 engines and associated exhibits scattered through the exhibition sheds around the sites. The grounds have been developed from a raw industrial wasteland to a very pleasant park by the volunteer members of the club over the past 20 years with picnic tables, shade trees and BBQ facilities for picnickers. Ice Creams and cold drinks are available but no food except at rally times. The grounds and museum are open 11am till 4pm on Saturdays and Sundays except the Christmas - New Year period. The Miniature railway operates on Sundays (rides $2). Admission is by donation. To see it all running the best time to visit is rally time. Full information at Melbourne Steam Traction Engine
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National Steam Centre, 1200 Ferntree Gully Rd.,
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Enquiries: (03) 9763 1614 |
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Public run days once a month where a small charge applies. Children should be in the charge of an adult and enclosed footwear is required. Picnic and BBQ facilities are available. More information at the Mooroolbark & District Miniature Railway &
Steam Club website. |
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11am-4pm, 4th Sun of month (except Dec) |
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Kiloran Reserve, Hawthory Road,
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(Mel ref 51 F2) |
Enquiries: (03) 9723 1025 |
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Baby & Kids Market, Berwick
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The Baby & Kids Market offers a huge range of gorgeous & excellent quality preloved baby & kids goods. From prams to cots, toys to books and clothes to shoes; the market has it all. Plus handpicked local designers featuring their unique and stylish baby & kids goods. Plenty of free parking; Always indoors; Cash sales only; a small entry fee applies, kids free. 2010 dates 21/03/2010, 16/05/2010, 25/07/2010, 24/10/2010 |
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Berwick Leisure Centre, Manuka Rd
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Baby & Kids Market, Camberwell
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The Baby & Kids Market offers a huge range of gorgeous & excellent quality preloved baby & kids goods. From prams to cots, toys to books and clothes to shoes; the market has it all. Plus ‘handpicked’ local designers featuring their unique and stylish baby & kids goods. Plenty of free parking; Always indoors; Cash sales only; Entry $3, kids free. 30 November 2008, 22 February 2009, 26 March 2009, 17 May 2009, 26 July 2009, 18 October 2009. |
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9am to 1pm, selected dates |
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Camberwell Centre, 340 Camberwell Rd
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Enquiries: 1300 55 44 76 |
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Baby & Kids Market, Coburg
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The Baby & Kids Market offers a huge range of gorgeous & excellent quality preloved baby & kids goods. From prams to cots, toys to books and clothes to shoes; the market has it all. Plus handpicked local designers featuring their unique and stylish baby & kids goods. Always from 9am to 1pm; Plenty of free parking; Always indoors; Cash sales only; A small entry fee applies, kids free. 2010 dates - 20/02/2010, 22/05/2010, 14/08/2010, 9/10/2010 |
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9am to 1pm, selected dates |
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Coburg Town Hall, 90 Bell St
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Enquiries: 1300 55 44 76 |
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Baby & Kids Market, Croydon
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The Baby & Kids Market offers a huge range of gorgeous & excellent quality preloved baby & kids goods. From prams to cots, toys to books and clothes to shoes; the market has it all. Plus ‘handpicked’ local designers featuring their unique and stylish baby & kids goods. Plenty of free parking; Always indoors; Cash sales only; Entry $3, kids free. 24 May 2009, 2 August 2009, 11 October 2009. |
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9am to 1pm, selected dates |
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Croydon Leisure Centre, 11 Civic Square
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Enquiries: 1300 55 44 76 |
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Baby & Kids Market, Hawthorn
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The Baby & Kids Market offers a huge range of gorgeous & excellent quality preloved baby & kids goods. From prams to cots, toys to books and clothes to shoes; the market has it all. Plus ‘handpicked’ local designers featuring their unique and stylish baby & kids goods. Plenty of free parking; Always indoors; Cash sales only; Entry $3, kids free. 14 June 2009 |
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Hawthorn Town Hall, 360
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Baby & Kids Market, Malvern
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The Baby & Kids Market offers a huge range of gorgeous & excellent quality preloved baby & kids goods. From prams to cots, toys to books and clothes to shoes; the market has it all. Plus ‘handpicked’ local designers featuring their unique and stylish baby & kids goods. Plenty of free parking; Always indoors; Cash sales only; Entry $3, kids free. 23 August 2009. |
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Malvern Town Hall, Cnr Glenferrie Rd and High St
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Caribbean Gardens Market
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A large market picnic area and a big range of new and second hand goods. On Wednesdays entry is free and there is access to and general market, food stalls and playground. On Sundays there is an entry fee and as well as the market there is a children's train and boat rides, rock climbing. Caribbean Gardens Market is close to the Eastlink freeway and is now oppen Fridays as well as Wednesdays and Sundays. It is closed Christmas Day. |
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8.30am to 3pm Wednesdays; 8:30am -to 2pm Fridays; 8.30am to 4.30pm Sundays |
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Caribbean Gardens, Ferntree Gully Road,
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Children's Markets
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Do you have kids aged up to 6 years?
Stacks of outgrown excellent quality baby and children’s gear taking over your house?
Be a stallholder at the Children’s Markets and turn that clutter into cold hard cash; it’s a fun day out with other mums, easy and promotes recycling.
If you’re a designer of stylish and unique handcrafted children’s wares then this is the right place for you! We’d love to see your beautiful peices show cased here in our who’s there category below and on market day. $3 entry fee (kids free). Please note on the 14th of March, this market will move into the Main Street Festival as part of the Mordialloc Festival by the Bay More information at http://www.childrensmarkets.com.au/ |
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10am to 2pm, 2nd Sunday of even numbered months |
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Allen McLean Hall, Corner Lewis and Albert Streets
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Immigration Museum
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Covering Victoria's immigration history from the early 1800s to the present day. More information on the Immigration Museum. |
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Daily 10am-5pm |
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Melbourne Aquarium
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Daily 9.30am-6pm (last ticket sales 5pm) |
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Melbourne Tram Museum
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This museum is a short tram ride from the city and contains a significant
collection of heritage trams in the historic Hawthorn Tram Depot. It is open on
the second Saturday of each month a month.
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Second Saturday of the month |
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Hawthorn Tram Depot, cnr Power Street & Riverdale Road
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Hawthorn |
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National Gallery of Victoria - International Collection
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Melbourne's premier gallery of international art. More information at NGV - International Collection. |
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Peek A Boo Market - Baby & Childrens Market
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Peek A Boo Market your baby & childrens market offers huge bargain prices on quality pre loved items related from newborn, baby to preschool kids. You can find just about everything from furniture, clothing, toys, prams, books, high chairs to car seats and many more. Entry Fee $2. To Book A Stall visit our website at www.peekaboomarket.com.au |
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9am to 1pm, Sunday 3rd May & 14th June 2009 |
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Berwick Fields P/S - Gymnasium
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Tall Ship Enterprize
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Experience sailing on a replica of the ship that brought the first European Settlers to Melbourne. One hour sails, overnight adventure sails and many others. Fun for family and adventure seekers. More information about The Enterprize. |
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Gem Pier Williamstown, Melbourne and others including Docklands
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Watsonia Pre-Loved Kids Toys & Clothing Sale
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Stalls selling pre-loved babies and kids' toys, clothing and lots more. Bargains for everyone. No entry fees. Food available and kids entertainment. |
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9am to 1pm, Saturday 5th September 2009 |
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Diamond Village Shopping Centre, 78 Nepean Street
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