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Monday, 5 July 2010
Discovery space: Symbols of Australia 10 am - 1 pm
Australia is a land of symbols ranging from the kangaroo and Vegemite to the Sydney Harbour Bridge. In this fun and creative workshop discover Australia's best loved symbols and create your own sculpture. Ideal for families with children aged 5 to 12. No need to book! FREE
Monday 5 - Friday 9 July
Monday 12 - Friday 16 July
The Hall
National Museum of Australia
1800 026 132 information@nma.gov.au
Lawson Crescent, Acton Peninsula
Canberra ACT 2600 www.nma.gov.au
Monday 5 - Friday 9 July
Monday 12 - Friday 16 July
The Hall
National Museum of Australia
1800 026 132 information@nma.gov.au
Lawson Crescent, Acton Peninsula
Canberra ACT 2600 www.nma.gov.au
School Holiday Sessions 10 - 12.30
School Holiday Sessions at the Australian National Botanic Gardens
MAKING MUSIC
Walk through the Gardens to discover natural materials for musical instruments and try making music sticks or shakers. (suitable for children aged 3 – 10, parent supervision required)
When: Monday 5 & 12 July, 10.00 am - 11.00 am & 11.30 am – 12.30 pm
Where: Education Building
Cost: $5, $4 (Friends of the Gardens)
Bookings and enquiries: Bookings not required / (02) 6250 9408
MAKING MUSIC
Walk through the Gardens to discover natural materials for musical instruments and try making music sticks or shakers. (suitable for children aged 3 – 10, parent supervision required)
When: Monday 5 & 12 July, 10.00 am - 11.00 am & 11.30 am – 12.30 pm
Where: Education Building
Cost: $5, $4 (Friends of the Gardens)
Bookings and enquiries: Bookings not required / (02) 6250 9408
Showstoppers Holiday Club 9:30am - 12:30pm
Get excited for St Andrew’s … Showstoppers Holiday Club!
A Holiday Club programme for Primary School kids
Monday 5th July – Friday 9th July 2010
Curtain up at 9:30 am
Curtain call at 12:30 pm
St Andrew Presbyterian Church Hall, State Circle, Forrest
Get ready to lift the curtain on the greatest show on earth.
Showstoppers takes on a theatrical format exploring 5 stories from the Bible.
The hall will be set up as a theatre with a … booking office, red carpet, hall of fame, stage door & stars dressing rooms.
Look out for the … stage manager, drama troupe, director & music pit
There will be a serial drama each day titled “Search for a Star”.
Can’t wait to see you ALL there!
BOOK NOW: Church Office 6295 3457 or standrewcanberra@bigpond.com
Costs: $8 per day or $30 for week or $60 per family
A Holiday Club programme for Primary School kids
Monday 5th July – Friday 9th July 2010
Curtain up at 9:30 am
Curtain call at 12:30 pm
St Andrew Presbyterian Church Hall, State Circle, Forrest
Get ready to lift the curtain on the greatest show on earth.
Showstoppers takes on a theatrical format exploring 5 stories from the Bible.
The hall will be set up as a theatre with a … booking office, red carpet, hall of fame, stage door & stars dressing rooms.
Look out for the … stage manager, drama troupe, director & music pit
There will be a serial drama each day titled “Search for a Star”.
Can’t wait to see you ALL there!
BOOK NOW: Church Office 6295 3457 or standrewcanberra@bigpond.com
Costs: $8 per day or $30 for week or $60 per family
Australian Earth Sciences Convention Education and Careers Evening 4pm
A free Education and Careers Evening is being held between 4 and 6pm on Monday 5 July at Geoscience Australia’s building in Symonston, ACT.
The evening will be a great opportunity for young people, teachers, parents and members of the public to discover the career options and study pathways available in the earth sciences.
Entry is free and activities will include:
• Short talks from a range of earth scientists about their career pathways and current jobs.
• Displays showcasing current careers and educational opportunities in the earth sciences.
• Tours of the Australian Tsunami Warning Centre and the SHRIMP laboratory.
More information at: http://www.aesc2010.gsa.org.au/social.html
The evening will be a great opportunity for young people, teachers, parents and members of the public to discover the career options and study pathways available in the earth sciences.
Entry is free and activities will include:
• Short talks from a range of earth scientists about their career pathways and current jobs.
• Displays showcasing current careers and educational opportunities in the earth sciences.
• Tours of the Australian Tsunami Warning Centre and the SHRIMP laboratory.
More information at: http://www.aesc2010.gsa.org.au/social.html
Jeans for Genes Day All day
Jeans for Genes Day, born and bred in Australia, has grown to become one of our most important national fundraising days. Your support is hugely valued by the scientists at Children’s Medical Research Institute, as they unravel the mysteries of childhood diseases. We are asking all Australians to wear their jeans proudly and donate a gold coin on Friday August 6. Get your workplace, school or community involved simply register at www.jeansforgenes.org.au/register or contact us on 1800 GENIES (436 437)