School Holiday Program - April 2024

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Bookings are required for all sessions unless specified otherwise. Bookings open Monday 25 March at 10am.

This is an inclusive program. Children with disabilities may join programs regardless of their age, if the activity is suitable.

Week 1

Tuesday 2 April 

Paper Crafts Kit
Nature Take home an activity pack.
FREE. Ages 4-12.
Mulgrave Library, 10.30am-5pm

Wild Action
Learn about some of Australia’s endangered animals.
$4.40. Ages 6-12.
Glen Waverley Library, 2pm

Dangerous Dinosaurs
Enjoy dinosaur stories, then construct and decorate a dinosaur craft kit.
FREE. Ages 5-8.
Mount Waverley Library, 2.30pm

Wednesday 3 April

Storytime in the MAPh!
Join us in the Museum of Australian Photography for a fun- filled Storytime.
FREE. Ages 1-6. Bookings not required.
 Museum of Australian Photography, 10.30am

Paper Boats
Listen to the story Grumble Boats, then make your own paper boat.
FREE. Ages 5-7.
 
Oakleigh Library, 2.30pm

Ocean Wonders
Learn about shells, sharks and ancient marine animals with Museums Victoria. Includes a free showbag.
FREE. Ages 5-13.
 
Clayton Library
Session 1: 2.30pm-3pm
Session 2: 3pm-3.30pm

 

Thursday 4 April

Ready, Set, Race!
Join us for a round of Mario Kart on the Nintendo Switch. Prizes and snacks included.
FREE. Ages 8-14.
 
Clayton Library, 2.30pm-4pm

Writing and Cartooning Workshop
Join author Adam Wallace for a fun and interactive workshop.
$4.40. Ages 6-12.
 
Glen Waverley Library, 2.30pm

Botanical Art Workshop
Join artist Rachel Gyan for an art workshop.
$4.40. Ages 8-12.
 
Oakleigh Library, 2.30pm

Friday 5 April

DIY Pop-Up Cards
Get creative and make your own pop-up cards.
FREE. Ages 8-12.
Wheelers Hill Library, 2.30pm

 

 

Week 2

Monday 8 April

Dr Bethany’s ToothTales: Dental Music Show

Enjoy a show and take home a goodie bag.
$4.40. Ages 3-10.
Mulgrave Library, 10.30am

Fizzics Education: Exploring Science
Enjoy hands-on experiments.
$4.40. Ages 5-12.
Please note that parents will be unable to accompany their children for this session.
 
Mount Waverley Library, 2.30pm

Beaded Bracelets
Unleash your creativity and make your own beaded bracelets.
FREE. Ages 6-12.
 
Glen Waverley Library, 2.30pm

Tuesday 9 April

Backyard Diversity
An introduction to the amazing wildlife that can be found in Melbourne.
$4.40. Ages 7-12.
Please note that parents will be unable to accompany their children for this session.
 
Mount Waverley Library, 2.30pm

Origami Workshop
Learn the basics of origami and take home some amazing creations.
FREE. Ages 10-15.
 
Oakleigh Library, 2.30pm

Mystery Movie
Join us for a fun mystery movie. Hint: there is something extra-terrestrial! Rated PG.
FREE. Ages 6-12.
Please note that both parents/carers and children require a ticket.
 
Wheelers Hill Library, 2pm

 

Wednesday 10 April

Sri Lankan Dance Styles
Discover and learn Sri Lankan rhythms and dance styles.
FREE. Ages 5-13.
Clayton Library, 2.30pm

Thursday 11 April

STEM Activity
Make your own fruit-powered clock!
$4.40. Ages 7-13.
Clayton Library, 2.30pm

Yoga with FunFit
Join us for a yoga workshop.
$4.40.
G
len Waverley Library
Session 1: 2.30pm-3.15pm 
(Ages 6-8)
Session 2: 3.15pm-4pm (Ages 9-12)

Movie Screening: Bad Guys
Based on Aaron Blabey’s popular books, enjoy a screening of the movie adaptation of Bad Guys.
FREE. Ages 8+.
Please note that children must be accompanied by an adult, and both adults and children require a ticket.
 
Oakleigh Library, 2.30pm

Friday 12 April

Tim Credible: Magic and Comedy Show
A family friendly magic show that’s full of laughter and fun.
$4.40. Ages 5-12.
 
Wheelers Hill Library, 2pm

Help the Bees!
Join Friends With Honey to learn about the fascinating world of bees. Includes hands on activities and a honey tasting.
$4.40. Ages 4-7.
 
Oakleigh Library, 2.30pm