THE Christmas holidays are almost upon us, so why not get organised ahead of time and book your littlies in for some fun and creative activities at Hawkesbury Library and Gallery?
AT THE GALLERY
Hawkesbury Regional Gallery is located on the first floor at the Deerubbin Centre, 300 George Street, Windsor. Gallery activities are $15 per session ($12 for Gallery Members), and all materials are supplied. Bookings are essential, either online at hawkesburygallery.eventbrite.com or by phoning 4560 4441 (payment required when booking).
I CAN (SING) PAINT A RAINBOW
Friday, December 8 - Sunday, February 4
A colourful art lab full of drop-in art and craft-type activities, and a vibrant exhibition. Activities designed for ages 2+. Free, no need to book.
CLAY MONSTER PLANTERS
Wednesday, January 10, 10am - midday
Make your own creepy monsters to hide in your garden.
SCIENCE SCENE
Thursday, January 11, 10am - midday
Using chalk pastels make a brightly coloured science picture.
VINTAGE VAN
Friday, January 12, 10am - midday
Cut, paint and make a colourful card vintage van and matching caravan.
SUGAR SKULL PRINTMAKING
Wednesday, January 17, 10am - midday
Learn some simple yet effective printmaking techniques.
MINI MODEL WORLDS
Thursday, January 18, 10am - midday
Using model making components and random objects create your own hidden world in a box.
ACCORDION BOOK ART
Friday, January 19, 10am - midday
Create your own illustrated folded book.
AT THE LIBRARIES
Hawkesbury Central Library is located on the ground floor of the Deerubbin Centre on George Street in Windsor. Richmond Branch Library is at 29 West Market Street, Richmond. Book at hawkesburylibrary.eventbrite.com or 4560 4460 (payment required when booking).
SUMMER READING CLUB - GAME ON
Friday, December 1 - Wednesday, January 31
The Summer Reading Club theme is Game on! Young readers are invited to register and pick up a starter pack at either library, then dive into an assortment of books that celebrate Aussie sporting culture. The more books read, the more prizes received.
Central Library. Free - registration essential, for Library members 16 years and under.
GIANT GAMES
Tuesday, January 2 – Sunday, January 28
Challenge your friends and family to a range of giant games. Different games available each week.
Central Library. Free – no need to book.
Funny Magic Show
Monday, January 8, 11am
Magician Peter Wood presents a show full of intrigue, laughter and surprise.
Tebbutt Room, Deerubbin Centre. Free - bookings essential.
FAMILY MOVIE - GOOSEBUMPS (2015, COMEDY, PG, 99 MINS)
Thursday, January 11, 2pm
Tebbutt Room, Deerubbin Centre. Free - bookings essential.
3D PRINTER WORKSHOP
Tuesday, January 16, 10.30am
Using Tinkercad software, learn how to design and print your own 3D project.
Hawkesbury Central Library. $5 – bookings essential. For 10 years+.
CRAFTERNOONS - JUGGLING BALLS
Thursday, January 18, 2pm-4pm
Become a juggling pro using this hand crafted set of balls.
Richmond Branch Library. Free - bookings essential. For 5 years+.
CRAFTERNOONS - QUOITS SET
Tuesday, January 23, 2pm-4pm
Make the rings and stakes that are used for the game of ring toss.
Stan Stevens Studio, Deerubbin Centre. Free - bookings essential. For 5 years+.
- Check with the Gallery and Library for special Christmas trading hours.