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15 September 2010. If there's something happening in and around Perth you think families 
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Note - Diary entries are placed at the discretion of the publisher.
 


Wednesday 1 

Fan-fairy-tastic School Holiday Program
Bookings now open for our fan-fairy-tastic school holiday program at The Fairies! 3 hours of fairy fun, including dancing, games, story time, fairy treats, prizes and more! $35 per session, payment required when booking is made. Pick-up and drop-off is allowed, or youíre more than welcome to stay and enjoy a coffee with us. Bookings essential as places limited, call now to avoid disappointment. www.thefairies.com The Fairies Joondalup 9300 9512, Rockingham 0438 314 341 or 0437 058 208.
 

Great Gardens Spring Series
Great Gardens workshops show you that you donít need a lot of money to create something special in the garden and by making simple changes in the home you can significantly reduce your energy bills and make your garden Waterwise, Fertiliserwise, Energywise, Moneywise and Environmentwise. All events are free but bookings are essential as the places fill up fast. Also on Sept 8, 21, 22 & 30. For workshop times, venues and more details visit www.greatgardens.info or phone 1300 36 98 33.
 

Event/Greater Union Cinemas Babes In Arms Sessions
Bring you and your babes along to the parent friendly movie sessions every Wed at 10.30am. Kids under 5yrs free! Check session times at
www.eventcinemas.com.au Also on Sept 8, 15 and 22. 

Toptots Parent and Child Workshops
Thereís still plenty of time to enjoy our special activities. Enquiries 0412 481 708, www.toptots.net.au or www.brbuildingblocks.com.au Also on Sept 2, 3, 8-10 15-17, 22-24. 

Active-ATE Events
Active-ATE has a variety of great events on throughout the month of Sept including: Disco, Fathers Day free burger for dad, ‡ price entry days, fruit & veg tasting, National Grandparents Day free coffee for grandparents, recipe sharing day, pre-loved market, disguising fruit & veg for kids and face painting. For dates and times call 9390 0404. 

Movie Masters Bubs Club
Bring your Bubs along to any Ace or Grand Cinema location and enjoy the latest films. Sessions have dim lighting and reduced sound levels, making it easier for you to attend to your babyís needs. Kids under 5 free! For ticket prices and session times visit www.moviemasters.com.au
 

Thursday 2 

Jazzie Cazzies Bullcreek
Fun filled with music, dance, singing and laughter. Come along with your under 5yr olds and your friends for a great morning. Open school holidays too. Off Benningfield Rd, Leeming/Bullcreek Scout Hall, behind tennis courts. Look for the flags. Starts 9:30am. Also on Sept 9, 16, 23 & 30. www.jazziecazzies.com.au 

Kumon Beldon Education Centre Information Session
Beldon Uniting Church, Pacific Way, Beldon, 5pmñ6pm. Contact Minakshi 0421 691 670 to RSVP.
 

LíAtelier for Children
At LíAtelier for children in Scarborough, our Preschool celebrates the wonder and excitement of early childhood. Our Reggio Emilia approach meets the special learning and developmental needs of children 2-5yrs old in a creative, explorative, educational, fun environment. Preschool is open 8am-5pm, Mon to Fri, 48 weeks of the year and is licensed for 30 children. Call LíAtelier on 9245 5243 to organise an orientation tour or visit www.latelierforchildren.com.au and fill out an expression of interest form.
 

Friday 3 

Australian Training Professionals
If you are currently working as a supervisor and would like to become a qualified trainer and assessor, contact Australian Training Professionals on 9330 3881 www.australiantrainingprofessionals.com.au
 

Light the Night
The Leukaemia Foundationís inspiring event to remember, celebrate and give hope to patients and families living with leukaemia, lymphomas, myeloma and related blood disorders. Throughout Sept and Oct 2010. Friends, families and work colleagues across Australia will carry coloured balloons with tiny lights inside. Find your nearest Light the Night at www.lightthenight.org.au www.lightthenight.org.au or call 1800 500 088. 

Jazzie Cazzies Is It
The best fun you will have with your under 5yr olds. Dance, sing and laugh for an hour of fun filled music, singing and activities. Join in and make memories with your children theyíll always remember. Bring friends or make new ones. Weíre open in the school holidays too. 64 Kitchener Rd Melville, 9:30am. Also on Sept 10, 17 & 24. www.jazziecazzies.com.au 

Kumon Cottesloe Education Centre Information Session
Christ Church Claremont, Parish Hall, (Cnr Stirling Hwy & Queenslea Dr) Claremont 1.45pm
. Contact Jaymi 9409 7766/0438 940 330 to RSVP. Also on 10, 17, 24 Sept. 

Kumon Leeming Education Centre Information Session
Maths, English & Japanese. Leeming Family Cntr, Cnr Aulberry Pde & Farrington St 5-5.40pm. 
Contact Ma 9312 2300 to RSVP.
 

Saturday 4 

Zumba Classes
Altone Park Leisure Centre, 332 Benara Rd Beechboro. Zumba is a fusion of Latin and International music dance themes creating a dynamic, exciting, effective fitness system. Itís a mixture of body sculpting movements with easy to follow dance steps. It's fun, different, easy and effective. Good for mind, body and soul.
10:30am. Also on Sept 11, 18 & 25. Call 9377 6181, www.swan.wa.gov.au/altonepark 

Handmade Childrenís Markets
Visit the HCM markets, showcasing quality handmade goods and services for children aged 0-10yo. A great shopping experience for the whole family featuring over 30 stalls, a sausage sizzle and free entertainment for the children. Contact Tash at tash@handmadechildrensmarkets.com or visit www.handmadechildrensmarkets.com
 

Bullying Workshop
11am-3pm, West Perth Kids Can Be Cruel - Understanding Bullying Workshop. Why kids bully and continue to bully, how to talk about it, how to help your child cope emotionally and what steps to take. Contact Clare at Harmony At Home for registration and information 9228 9520.
 

Kumon Carramar Education Centre Information Session
Carramar Community Cntr, Rawlina Park Wy, Carramar 10:30am. Contact Rekha 0448 982 412. 
Also on 14, 21 & 28 Sept.
 

Kumon Floreat/Dalkeith Education Centreís Info Session
St Nicholas Anglican Church Hall, 84 & 86 The Boulevard, Floreat 9.30am. Contact Amy 9450 6687/0433 801 381 to RSVP. Also on 18 Sept.
 

RFBYC Sail Training School
Childrenís holiday activity ñ learn to sail on the river at Mosman Bay. Five day courses for children from 6yo upwards.
Sept 4-10 Oct commencing 9am or 10am each morning. Call Barry Martin on 9384 9100 or email training@rfbyc.asn.au 

Sunday 5 

Pole Fever Beginners Pole Spin Workshop
Learn Pole Moves, Spinning Pole Moves, Combos, Routines Strengthening & Flexibility. 9am-12pm, $60. 5/21 Bonner Dr, Malaga. Ph 9209 2231. 

Spina Bifida Giant Fair
9am-3pm. Opposite the Motor Museum Bring the family to Whiteman Park and help Spina Bifida raise funds for their charity. www.whitemanpark.com
 

Monday 6 

Parent and Baby Holiday Swimming Lessons
Get into the water with your little one as they learn to swim. Classes held on Tues and Thurs in two day blocks from 28 Septñ7 Oct. Prices start from $25 depending on level. Enrol now! Call 9300 3355 or visit www.venueswest.wa.gov.au/aj
 

Holiday Swimming at Challenge Stadium
Enrol now, for Holiday Swimming Lessons at Challenge Stadium. These swimming lessons are extremely popular so be quick. Lessons run for 5 days during week 2 of the holidays from Mon 4 Oct to Fri 8 Oct. Prices start from $65 and vary according to level. Call 9441 8227 or visit www.venueswest.wa.gov.au/cs

 Leederville 1-2-3 Magic and Emotion Coaching Parenting Course
This course will be presented by Behaviour Tonics over 3 Mon evenings of the Sept 6, 13 & 20, 7pm-9:30pm. This programme is for parents and carers of children ages 2-12, and offers a humorous look at parenting, with a serious look at discipline. To enquire or register call 9382 1182 or go to
www.behaviourtonics.com.au 

Choices in Childbirth Community Midwifery WA
Covers models of maternity care available in Perth, including natural, hospital & home births, support options and the use of water during labour. Provides parents-to-be with the essentials for a well-informed and well-supported experience of pregnancy and childbirth. 7pm-9pm, North Fremantle. Also Sept 18, 10am-12pm Joondalup. Call 9430 6882 or email admin@cmwa.net.au
 

Jazzie Cazzies
A great way to kick start your week. Come and get your 30mins of basic exercise with your under 5yr olds, dancing, stamping, jumping, swinging your hips and laughing. Meet your friends there or come and make new ones. 64 Kitchener Rd, Melville. 9:30am, open school holidays too. Also on Sept 13, 20 & 27. www.jazziecazzies.com.au 

Kumon Joondalup Education Centre Information Session
Joondalup Library, Boas Avenue, Joondalup, 5-6pm. Contact Indrani 9305 6628. Also on 20 Sept.
 

Tuesday 7 

Zumba Classes
Altone Park Leisure Centre, 332 Benara Rd Beechboro. Zumba is a fusion of Latin and International music dance themes creating a dynamic, exciting, effective fitness system. Itís a mixture of body sculpting movements with easy to follow dance steps. It's fun, different, easy and effective. Good for mind, body and soul.
10:30am (crËche available), 5:45pm. Also on Sept 14, 21 & 28. Call 9377 6181, www.swan.wa.gov.au/altonepark 

Wembley 1-2-3 Magic and Emotion Coaching Parenting Course
This course will be presented by Behaviour Tonics over 3 Tues evenings of Sept 7, 14 & 21, 7:15pm-9:30pm. This programme is for parents and carers of children ages 2-12, and offers a humorous look at parenting, with a serious look at discipline. To enquire or register call 9382 1182 or go to
www.behaviourtonics.com.au 

Birthday Parties at The Fairies
Just like the TV Fairyland, parties are hosted by the magical Rainbow Fairy, with special invitations, a fairy helper, fairy food and drink, fairy games and prizes, party bags and a special birthday girl gift. $280 for 12 children, extras $19 per head. Visit www.thefairies.com The Fairies Rockingham - 0438 314 341 or 0437 058 208, Joondalup 9300 9512 or 0429 837 949.
 

Jazzie Cazzies
Combines music, dance, stretching and singing to create a fun filled hour for you and your under 5yr olds. Join in and get some basic exercise or sit and relax with your friends while your little ones join in with. Weíre open school holidays too. Corner of Preston Point Rd and Canning Hwy, East Fremantle, 9:45am. Also on Sept 14, 21 & 28. 

Kumon Mandurah Education Centre Information Session
Greenfields Family Community Cntr, Murdoch Drive, Greenfields, Mandurah, 4.45pm. 
Contact Lesley 9537 8027/0402 799 778. Also on 14 Sept.
 

Kumon Currambine Education Centre Information Session
Beumaris Sports Cntr, Currambine, 5-6pm. Contact Indrani 9305 6628. Also on 28 Sept.
 

My Gym ñ Free Play Invitation
What to do with the little one? Bring your child to any of this week's Free Play sessions at no charge (this week only, see website for schedule) and see for yourself what My Gym is all about. Limit 1 Free Play per child. Bookings essential. Call 1300 4 MYGYM or visit
www.My-Gym.com.au. My Gym Children's Fitness Center, 185 High Road, Willetton. Also on Sept 21. 

Understanding Incorporation Workshop
10am-12noon, venue to be confirmed, $10 members/$20 non members. RSVP to our Hotline on 1800 171 882 or email workshops@playgroupwa.com.au 

Wednesday 8 

Atwell 1-2-3 Magic and Emotion Coaching Parenting Course
This course will be presented by Behaviour Tonics over 3 Wed evenings of Sept 8, 15 & 22, 7pm-9:30pm. This programme is for parents and carers of children ages 2-12, and offers a humorous look at parenting, with a serious look at discipline. To enquire or register, call 9382 1182 or go to
www.behaviourtonics.com.au 

Australian Training Professionals
Childcare training is now available for mums and dads who wish to study via correspondence in the comfort of your own home. Employment prospects are excellent. Contact Australian Training Professionals on 9330 3881 or www.australiantrainingprofessionals.com.au
 

Kumon Dianella Education Centre Information Session
Jim Satchell Community Cntr, Light St, Dianella, 6pm. Contact Lynn 9306 1367. Also on 15, 22 Sept.
 

Thursday 9 

Kumon South Lake Education Centre Information Session
Maths, English & Japanese. South Lake Leisure Cntr, South Lake Dr, 4.45-5.25pm. 
Contact Max 9312 2300 to RSVP.
 

Buddy Thursday @ My Gym
If you and a buddy enrol as My Gym members today, each of you will receive 50% off your regular lifetime membership fee. Conditions apply. Call My Gym Children's Fitness Centres today on 1300 4 MYGYM to book your free trial, 185 High Rd, Willetton. Visit
www.My-Gym.com.au for details. Also on Sept 13. 

Friday 10 

Junior Soccer Holiday Clinic
Enrol now! This junior soccer holiday clinic is suitable for kids 6ñ12 yrs, costs $85 for a three day programme, held each week between 28 Septñ6 Oct. All participants will receive a complimentary T-shirt, water bottle and cap. Call 9300 3355 or visit www.venueswest.wa.gov.au/aj
 

Australian Training Professionals
If you would like to become a qualified trainer and assessor and you are currently working as a supervisor then donít delay in registering for our next Training and Assessment course. Contact Australian Training Professionals 9330 3881 www.australiantrainingprofessionals.com.au
 

Free Kindermusik Class
Enjoy free music and movement classes for babies, toddlers and preschoolers.
10:30am. 
Call 0431 153 418 or email edheadstart@gmail.com
 

Kumon Midland Education Centre Information Session
Swan Park Leisure Cntr, Gray Dr, Midvale, 5:30pm. Other dates available. 
Contact Donna 9454 2777/0410 427 277 to RSVP.
 

Saturday 11 

Active Birth Workshop Community Midwifery WA
An intensive workshop full of tips and techniques to prepare for a great birth including visualisations, birth positions (floor, bean bag, fit ball, bath), relaxation, massage and the role of support person. Ideal 3-4 weeks before due date. 1pm-5pm, North Fremantle or Bassendean. Also Sept 25 at Joondalup. Call 9430 6882 or email admin@cmwa.net.au
 

Kumon Hamersley Education Centre Information Session
Hamersley Community Cntr, Belvedere Rd, Hamersley.10amñ11am. 
Contact Meena 0409 957 605 to RSVP. Also on 25 Sept.
 

Monday 13 

Holiday Swim
Enrol now for the holiday Learn to Swim programme at Arena Joondalup. Lessons suitable for children aged 3ñ6yrs and held in week 2 of the holidays from 28 Sept to 8 Oct. Prices start from $50 and vary according to level and length of programme, 4 day and 5 day programmes available. Call 9300 3355 or visit www.venueswest.wa.gov.au/aj
 

Literacy and Numeracy Day
Preparing 2-5yr olds for school. Parents and kiddies get together for a day of fun activities to prepare them for school. 2pm-3:30pm. Call 0431 153 418 or email edheastart@gmail.com
 

Event/Greater Union Cinemas Babes In Arms Sessions
Bring you and your babes along to the parent friendly movie sessions every Wed at 10.30am. Kids under 5yrs free! Check session times at
www.eventcinemas.com.au Also on Oct 20 and 27. 

Kumon Subiaco Education Centre Information Session
Subiaco Youth Cntr, 325 Barker Rd, Subiaco, 7pm. Contact Scott 0418 164 797 to RSVP. 
Also on 20 Sept.
 

Kumon Ocean Reef Education & Quinns Rocks Centre Info Session
Ocean Reef Primary School, Kauffman Ave, Ocean Reef, 6.15pm-7.15pm. Contact Patsy 9307 8751 or email pkoh@kobot.com.au
 

Tuesday 14 

Vacation Care at Arena Joondalup
This school holiday programme is packed with excursions such as ten pin bowling, Darklight Laser Fun, roller skating, riding down our waterslides and much more. Suitable for kids aged 5-12yrs. Mon to Fri, 7am-6pm. Prices start from $49.50 per day. Call 9300 3355 or visit www.venueswest.wa.gov.au/aj 

Wednesday 15 

Teen Day Camps at Arena Joondalup
Keep your teens busy at our Teen Day Camps with loads of recreation based activities like canoeing, rock climbing and adventure world. For 12-15yr old high school students. Mon, Wed and Fri, 7am-6pm. Prices start from $60.50 per day. Call 9300 3355 or visit www.venueswest.wa.gov.au/aj
 

Breastfeeding Workshop Community Midwifery WA
Ideally taken before your babyís birth, this workshop will help you adjust to early parenthood with confidence. Learn how breastfeeding works, dispel myths, understand why breast milk is 'liquid gold', learn how to take care of your breasts and nipples, how to get started once your babyís born, where and when to get help, and beneficial foods to eat.
Individual lactation support offered Mon to Fri ñ call for an appointment. 10am-12pm, North Fremantle. Call 9430 6882 or email admin@cmwa.net.au 

Kidz Sportz Club
Have fun these school holidays with Kidz Sportz Club, for 5ñ12yr olds. This programme offers days full of fun sporting activities including mini golf, basketball, climbing wall, hockey and volleyball, all under the guidance of experienced and fun loving coaches. Commencing 4-8 Oct. Full days $49, half days $29. Call 9441 8233 or visit www.venueswest.wa.gov.au/cs
 

Thursday 16 

Kumon Kalamunda Education Centre Information Session
St Barnabas Church, 40 Railway Rd, Kalamunda, 6.15pm-7pm. Contact Keiko 9359 0461.
 

Pole Fever Beginners 2 Course
Follow on from Beginner 1 course, zoning in on technique and upper body strength. Weíll provide more strengthening exercises getting you ready to hit the Intermediate level. 8 wk course. Malaga Studio 5/21 Bonner Dr, Malaga. Ph 9209 2231 for times. 

Friday 17 

Pole Fever Beginners 1 Course
This course is designed to introduce you to the fine art of Pole Dancing. Learn various techniques, sexy pole spins, and various routines. Start noticing improvements in your upper body strength by the end of the course. 8 wk course starting Sept 17 & 20. Malaga Studio 5/21 Bonner Dr, Malaga. Ph 9209 2231 for times. 

Saturday 18 

Old Hands - Preparation for Childbirth
For growing families we offer either a refresher course to debrief birth and breastfeeding experiences to prepare for parenting more than one. 1pm-5pm, North Fremantle. Call 9430 6882 or email
admin@cmwa.net.au 

Australian Training Professionals
Education Support courses are available to students who wish to study 1 day a week for 7 weeks in our state of the art training centre with a combination of correspondence training. Obtain a national qualification under the guidance of our qualified and experienced teachers. Train to gain immediate employment and work school hours, have school holidays off. Call 9330 3881 www.australiantrainingprofessionals.com.au
 

The Birthday at Spare Parts Puppet Theatre
The present is wrapped, the candles are on the cake, the streamers and balloons are hanging in the backyard. Everything is ready for a birthday party! Join us to find out the very best thing that happens at a birthday! Fremantle: 18 Sept-10 Oct, Midland: Oct 14-16, Joondalup: Oct 21-23, Bunbury: Oct 28-30. Bookings Essential www.sppt.asn.au or 9335 5044. 

Sunday 19 

Trek the Trail
Join this free walking and cycling event along 8.4km of Railway Reserves Heritage Trail between Parkerville and Swan View through the picturesque John Forrest National Park. Enjoy the art, entertainment and unfolding history amongst the natural beauty of Perth Hills. Visit www.trekthetrail.com.au or call 9295 0202.
 

Meet Thomas the Tank Engine & Friends
9:30am-4pm, Whiteman Park Village
. Early bird tickets on sale until 13 Sept for $12. Contact 9534 3215 to book. For full details visit www.bennettbrookrailway.org 

Monday 20 

Altone Park Leisure Centre ñ Enrol Now
Enrolments open today for all of Altone Park Leisure Centreís term programs including, kindy gym, kids netball coaching, kids basketball coaching,
kids soccer coaching, swimming lessons, 3 and 4 year old kindy. Call 9377 6181, www.swan.wa.gov.au/altonepark 

Vaginal Birth After Caesarean Community Midwifery WA
This workshop is designed to help women who are interested in VBAC. It provides information on VBAC, as well as resources and emotional support. 10:30-12:30, North Fremantle. Call 9430 6882 or email
admin@cmwa.net.au 

Australian Training Professionals
Become a Childcare Worker by doing a correspondence course where you can study at home and not have to attend any lectures. Youíll obtain a nationally recognised Certificate III in Childrenís Services and be equipped for immediate employment. Call 9330 3881 www.australiantrainingprofessionals.com.au
 

Altone Park Leisure Centre School Holiday Program
Enrol now for our fun and exciting upcoming school holiday program. Children go on fun excursions and participate in lots of challenging and exciting in-centre days such as Mini Master Chef and Mad Science Day. Call 9377 6181.
 

The Fairies Dance Classes
The Fairies Joondalup & Rockingham now taking enrolments for Term 4 dance classes. Fairy Dancing, Bee Boyz, Fairy Drama, Mums & Bubs, Jazz, Ballet and Boys Hip-Hop are classes on offer. Lessons are held in our magical Fairyland Dance Studio, and your first class is a free trial. Trained teachers (and assistants) take the children into a divine world for their first dancing experience. Timetables available online at www.thefairies.com or contact The Fairies Rockingham 0438 314 341 or 0437 058 208, Joondalup 9300 9512.
 

Thursday 23 

Fantasia Lane Photography
Fantasia Lane Photography brings fantasies to life through unique photography prints. Your child could be a fairyqueen, battling dragons or being a pirate on the highseas! Specialising in pregnancy, newborns and family portraits can create your special keepsake. Visit their displays at Phoenix Shopping Cntr Sept 23, 24 and 25
, phone 9329 9359 or visit www.fantasialanephotography.com 

Pole Fever Intermediate 3 Course
This 8 week course will strengthen and condition your abs ready for the acrobatic tricks and intense pole grips which make our intermediate course what it is. 8 wk course. Malaga Studio 5/21 Bonner Dr, Malaga. Ph 9209 2231 for times. 

Saturday 25 

Kids/Youth Arts Classes
The Victoria Park Cntr for the Arts runs arts classes for kids/youth in drawing, painting, clay, cartooning, drama and jewellery/beading. For brochure phone 9470 5520, email vicparkarts@westnet.com.au or www.vicparkartcentre.com.au
 

Revolutions Transport Heritage Centre
Every day during school holidays at Whiteman Park, 10am-4pm. Make your own truck from recycled material, guess the mystery object to win a prize and share your thoughts on conservation in hot topics. For details of all school holiday activities visit www.whitemanpark.com
or call 9209 6000. 

Royal Perth Show, Conservation & Landcare Exhibition
Visit the Whiteman Park stand at the Conservation & Landcare Exhibition to win great prizes! 
Sept 25-2 Oct. www.whitemanpark.com 

Wiggles & Giggles Bellydance Party
Brentwood/Mt. Pleasant, ages 5-12yrs, 1-2pm, $10/child. Starts with a short performance with wings and sword. Then dress up in hip scarves, bindi's, and bandanna's, learn a fun and lively choreography, make up our own dance, then follow me to fast paced percussive music. Suits both girls and boys. Also Bollywood 2 Oct 1-2pm, Latin 9 Oct 1-2pm. Bookings essential, contact Michelle 0400 390 798 or michelle.bellydance@live.com.au www.wiggles-giggles.blogspot.com
 

Southern Cross Dance Concert
7pm at The Quarry Amphitheatre. Email info@southerncrossdance.com.au 
or call us on 0421 631 644 for tickets!
 

Sunday 26 

Start of Communicareís Vacation Program
Communicareís Vacation Program starts today in Riverton and Armadale. To enrol your children in a fun-filled program run by qualified staff in safe supportive environments call 9251 5707 or visit www.communicare.org.au. The program is available online for review.
 

Steam Train Rides
Stirling Miniature Railway, Vasto Pl, Balcatta, 10am-2pm. Family entry (6 max), $24, individuals $6. Picnic areas, BBQs & canteen. Covered footwear essential. Call 9349 0693.
 

School Holiday Arts Activities
For our school holiday arts activities at the Victoria Park Cntr for the Arts please contact Irena Harper on 9470 5520 or vicparkarts@westnet.com.au
 

Monday 27 

RFBYC Sail Training School
Childrenís holiday activity ñ learn to sail on the river at Mosman Bay. Five day courses for children from 6yo upwards.
27 Sept-1 Oct or Oct 4-10, commencing 9am or 10am each morning. Call Barry Martin on 9384 9100 or email training@rfbyc.asn.au 

Tuesday 28 

Dad 2 Dad Workshop Community Midwifery WA
A two hour workshop to prepare dads for the birth of their children facilitated by a male midwife and father of four. 7pm-9pm, Wembley. Call 9430 6882 or email admin@cmwa.net.au 

Naturaliste Marine Discovery Centre
Open 10am-4pm, Mon to Fri (closed public holidays), the NMDC is a great addition to your day out at Hillarys Boat Harbour. Enjoy our interactive displays or try one of our fun school holiday activities. For more info call 9203 0339 or visit www.nmdc.com.au
 

School Holiday Fun in Fairyland
School Holiday Fun in Fairyland has just begun! Time for fairy fans to sing and dance to The Fairies songs, listen to stories in "FairyMagination", make fairy craft, eat fairy food, what more could a fairy fan want. For more info and session times visit
www.thefairies.com The Fairies Joondalup 9300 9512, Rockingham 0438 314 341 or 0437 058 208. 

My Gym's Classes and Holiday Programmes
2 weeks of fun themed 3 hour holiday camps full of relays, games & craft for children from 3+ to 9yrs old. And for our younger friends up to 5yrs old, My Gym offers 2‡ hour ìDrop & Shopî sessions. Call My Gym Children's Fitness Centers today on 1300 4 MY GYM (or 6210 5920) or visit
www.My-Gym.com.au for all holiday programme dates and times. 185 High Road, Willetton. 

Wiggles & Giggles Bollywood Party
Claremont & Hamersley, ages 5-12yrs, 10-11am, $10/child. Starts with a short performance, then dress up in hip scarves, bindi's, and bandanna's, learn a fun and lively choreography, make up our own dance, then follow me to fast paced percussive music. Suits both girls and boys. Also Bellydance 29 Sept 11am-12, Latin 8 Oct 11am-12. Bookings essential, contact Michelle 0400 390 798 or michelle.bellydance@live.com.au www.wiggles-giggles.blogspot.com
 

Wednesday 29 

Looking for something unique this school holidays?
Tai Chi @ the Beach - Chi Time. Join us for Chi Time, a program specifically for parents and kids (6-12yrs). Experience Tai Chi in a relaxing, fun and non-competitive environment. Floreat Surf Club
, 11am, $20pp. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Bookings essential 9304 7511 www.taichiatthebeach.com.au 

Art for Young Kids (3-5yrs)
Arts/crafts with musical instruments, puppets and collage drawing. Drop your child off or join in for a colourful, creative and fun filled experience. Contact Trudy Gripton on 9562 5928 or 0405 411 502. 

Bellydance Choreography Workshop
Claremont, ages 10-15yrs, 11-3pm, $40/child. Kids create their own choreography to Arabic music. Basic bellydance moves will be taught. The focus is on music interpretation, fusion of different dance styles, and working in teams to create their own choreography. Bookings essential, contact Michelle 0400 390 798 or michelle.bellydance@live.com.au www.wiggles-giggles.blogspot.com
 

Thursday 30

 

Sea Monkeys Rock
What has eleven pairs of legs, three eyes and breathes through its feet? A sea monkey, of course! Discover why sea monkeys rock and take your new pets home with you. For information call 9203 0339 or visit www.nmdc.com.au bookings essential.
 

Tomatis Listening Assessments
Francoise Nicoloff will be running Tomatis listening assessments in Perth. Assessments are confirmed based on suitability for Tomatis Home Based Programs. For more information 1800 677 010 or visit www.tomatis.com.au 

Make Your Child Brilliant in Maths
7-9pm, $30 (includes snacks and full notes), ICE, 19 King William St, Bayswater. 
Call 9271 4200 to make bookings.
 

Jungle Sports
Term 4 registrations for 18mth-7yr old children. New Term 4 starts from 16 Oct at 7 indoor venues. Visit www.junglesports.com.au to register online or call Jungle HQ 9471 8444 for more details.
 

Riverlands School Open Morning
Nov 6.
Riverlands Montessori School, 299 Arthur St, West Swan. Parents are invited to book in for a tour of the school and participate in a question/answer session with the Principal 9am-11am, bookings essential, childcare available. Call 9250 6444 or admin@riverlands.wa.edu.au 

Tennis Challenge
A program for kids between 4-10yrs old. Suitable for all levels and are run indoors. Classes start this afternoon at Leisurelife Cntr, cnr Kent & Gloucester St, East Vic Park. Ph 0433 389 552 (Mark) or 0402 145 912 (Stracky). Also on Oct 21 Loftus Rec cntr.
 

School Holiday Drama
Second week of school holidays. For 9-16yr olds. Have more fun than you can imagine, build confidence and learn from a professional. Contact Danuta Stansall on 9387 5309 or 0439 691 213. 

Southern Cross Dance Enrolment Day
Oct 2, Term 4 enrolment day,
10am-12pm at SCD, 154 Balcatta Rd, Balcatta. Receive a 10% discount on this day! Email info@southerncrossdance.com.au for further info.

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