Grace Agnes floral painting
Community school holiday guide
Basketball workshop | 8, 11, 15 & 18 July | 4:30-5:40pm | Lake Haven Recreation Centre, Lake Haven | $14.30
Learn to play basketball featuring drills, skill building and casual games. Make new friends over the course of the program. Bookings essential.
Pelican Time | Everday | 3:30pm | The Entrance | Free
The free education talks cover interesting facts on pelicans, including care and rescue of pelicans in the wild, plus ways that we can all help protect pelicans and their environment by being waste wise when fishing and visiting this area.
I Spy! | Mon 8 - Fri 19 July | 9am-5pm | Lake Haven Library | Free
Eagle-eyed visitors can look for a range of objects, animals, and characters with the help of fun clues.
Ink Resist Corals workshop | Mon 8 July | 1-3pm | Gosford Regional Gallery, East Gosford | $25.00
Kids will love being inspired by the wonderful and colourful world of corals, seaweeds and sea anemones! Using mixed media techniques create a colourful artwork.
Blue Porcelain watercolour workshop | Mon 8 July | 10am-12pm | Gosford Regional Gallery, East Gosford | $25.00
https://www.lovecentralcoast.com/events/school-holiday-workshops-blue-porcelain-in-watercolours-with-monika
Holiday learn to swim | 8-12 July | 9am-12pm | Peninsula Leisure Centre, Woy Woy | $87.00
Join the 5 day learn to swim program over the school holidays to develop swimming skills and fast track to the next level. The program will run for 5 consecutive days and each lesson is 30 minutes.
Wyrrabalong Aboriginal Cultural Tour | Mon 8 July | 10am-12pm | Bateau Bay picnic area, Bateau Bay | From $8
Walk alongside an Aboriginal guide in Wyrrabalong National Park and learn about the plants, animals and landscape while listening to cultural stories. Join an Aboriginal guide and learn about this park that hosts the last patch of coastal rainforest.
Kids creative painting class | 8 & 16 July | 11am |Gallery Container Toukley, Toukley | $25
oin local artist Grace Agnes at the Gallery Container in Toukley for a fun and engaging painting class tailored for kids aged 5 to 9 years. This one-hour session is perfect for the school holidays and offers a relaxed, creative approach to learning painti
Swim and Sport | 8, 9, 10, 15, 16 & 17 July | 9am-3pm | Peninsula Leisure Centre, Woy Woy | $49.00
: A fun-filled day of indoor sport, swimming, pool inflatable, games and activities, and more. For children 7-12 years, must be competent swimmers.
Stage shows at The Entrance | 8-12 July | 11am-2pm | Memorial Park, The Entrance | Free
Bob the Builder and Octonauts will be entertaining the kids these school holidays with free live stage shows at Memorial Park, The Entrance. No booking required, bring a picnic rug, grab a bite to eat from local eatery and enjoy the show in Memorial Park
Fun and games | Mon 8 - Fri 19 July | 9:30am-4:30pm | Kincumber Library | Free
Come and spend some time at Kincumber Library these holidays! Relax on a beanbag and play on the Playstation -we have a great selection of games with up to 4 controllers. Sit at one of our colouring-in stations, Lego tables and more.
Woolly alpaca wrapping| Tues 9 July | 10:30am | Gosford Library | $5.50
Create a 3D cardboard Llama & wrap it with different coloured wools.
Godzilla attacks Kaiju workshop| Tues 9 July | 1-3pm | Gosford Regional Gallery, East Gosford | $25.00
Learn to draw some iconic Japanese Kaiju (giant monsters!) such as Godzilla, Mothra and King Ghidora! Using watercolours to create fiery sunsets and stark silhouettes, students will create artworks reminiscent of movie posters!
Paints of war | Tues 9 July | 10:30am-3:30pm | Kincumber Library | $5.50
Let your imagination run wild as you learn methods and techniques used to paint miniature tabletop gaming models and create unique scenery to display them or use in your own games. Ages 12+.Breing your own lunch.
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory | Tue 9 - Sat 13 July | 10:30am | Laycock Street Community Theatre
You're invited into a world of pure imagination when Willy Wonka opens the gates to his chocolate factory to young Charlie Bucket and 4 other golden ticket holders
Zine Club workshop| Tues 9 July | 10am-12pm | Gosford Regional Gallery, East Gosford | $25.00
Be inspired by the creative realm of zine-making. Students will make a small folded booklet with images based on a topic of their interest.
Pet rock painting| Tues 9 July | 11am | Toukley Library | Free
Pick out a favourite rock and create your own cute pet using paint googly eyes and other bits and pieces from the craft box.
Jewelled Butterflies| Tues 9 July | 10am | Woy Woy Library | $5.50
Be guided on a step-by-step journey to create a dazzling butterfly using a range of mediums, including paint, jewels, crystal flakes and glitter. Please wear clothes suitable for painting.
NAIDOC scratch art | Tues 9 July | 10:00am | Erina Library | Free
Celebrate NAIDOC Week with this indigenous inspired scratch board art.
Unicorn and Dragon Clay Sculptures | Wed 10 July | 10am-12pm | Gosford Regional Gallery, East Gosford | $25.00
Come along and create air dry dragon or unicorn sculptures. Be guided how to add design elements and features to your sculpture!
Watercolour workshop| Wed 10 July | 11am | Gallery Container Toukley, Toukley | $25
Grace Agnes will provide step-by-step guidance, helping you gain knowledge on how to paint with beautiful watercolour techniques and unleash your artistic potential. Discover the joy of creating stunning artwork as you blend colours and have fun!
Expressive Drawing workshop | Wed 10 July | 1-3pm | Gosford Regional Gallery, East Gosford | $25.00
Join local artist Maree for this popular expressive drawing class using charcoal and pastels. All materials supplied. Students are asked to bring an old T-shirt to wear as protection.
Tales at the Tea House | Wed 10 July | 10:30am| Gosford Regional Gallery, East Gosford | Free
Join the gallery staff for fun stories, songs and craft in the Japanese Tea House at Gosford Regional Gallery. For ages 4-17 years.
Botanical watercolour workshop | Thurs 11 & Mon 15 July | 1-3pm | Gosford Regional Gallery, East Gosford | $25.00
A two-hour workshop with Tania Mason to introduce the art of painting with gouache and exploring the world of PLANTS! This is for beginners to advanced level high school students.
Create a .gif animation| Thurs 11 July | 2-4pm | Tuggerah Library | $5.50
Learn to create your own “.gif” animation in Procreate. Even if you are a beginner, you will be amazed at your ability to create short looping animations. Get the rundown on frames per second, onion skins, hold frame and more! Ideal f0r 12-17 year olds.
Lego challenge | Thurs 11 July | 3pm | Erina Library | Free
Let your imagination go wild and create a masterpiece in this exciting Lego challenge. Ideal for 5+ years.
Exploring the World of Critters workshop | Thurs 11 & Mon 15 July | 10am-12pm | Gosford Regional Gallery, East Gosford | $25.00
A two-hour workshop with Tania Mason to introduce the art of painting with gouache and exploring the world of critters! This is a beginner to advanced level.
Moth digital illustration | Thurs 11 July | 10:30am-12:30pm | Tuggerah Library | $5.50
Draw a moth using the symmetry tool on Procreate. We will explore colour, texture and blending modes. When we are finished, you will have a polished digital artwork for your portfolio. Ideal for beginners aged 12-17.
Graphic Marker workshop | Thurs 11 July | 11am | Gallery Container Toukley, Toukley | $15
Unlock your child’s creativity with a fun and engaging graphic markers class for 5 years and up. This playful session focuses on having fun while drawing, colouring and learning new skills
Taylor Swift Trivia | Thurs 11 July | 1pm | Lake Haven Library | Free
Are you a real Swifty? Come and test your Taylor Swift fan knowledge in a fun trivia game. If you get some wrong, just shake it off and breathe. Ages 12+.
Ninja and Geisha Masks workshop | Fri 12 July | 10am-12pm | Gosford Regional Gallery, East Gosford | $25.00
Join artist Maree and paint your very own Japanese Ninja mask or Geisha Girl mask. All materials supplied.
Whale treasure hunt at Bouddi | Friday 12 July | 10am-12pm | Putty Beach Campground, Killcare Heights | From $5
Come along on a treasure hunt these school holidays. Walking alongside a NPWS Discovery Ranger, you'll learn how to spot whales on their annual migration in Bouddi National Park. ring your binoculars and learn how to spot these magnificent giants!
Learn to skate | Fri 12 July | 10-2pm | Bato Yard Skate Park, Bateau Bay | Free
Free 'Learn to Skate' beginner class and mentoring skate session, followed by a Skate JAM for young people aged between 5-24 years. There are loads of prizes up for grabs. Expect great tunes and good vibes!
Mod Podge Hats| Fri 12 July | 10:30am | Umina Beach Library | $5.50
Transform an old comic book into a custom cap to take home and wear or display! Materials supplied, but feel free to bring your own image or patterned paper to create your own unique look.
Lego winter dinner | Fri 12 July | 3-4:15pm | Bateau Bay Library | Free
Lego Bay is hiring master chefs for its new restaurant! Design and build a delicious brick dinner and present it on a paper plate to be judged.
Australian Wildlife Show | Mon 15 July | 11am | Tuggerah Library | $5.50
Australian Wildlife Displays presents Backyard Biodiversity, giving you the chance to get up close and personal with a range of Australian animals that might live in your own backyard!
Brisbane Water Aboriginal Cultural Tour | Mon 15 July | 10am-12pm | Warrah Trig Road, Patonga |
Join an Aboriginal ranger on a family friendly guided tour in Brisbane Water National Park. Hear cultural stories as you walk along Doyles walking track, near Patonga. Discover a variety of plants that Aboriginal people used for food, shelter & medicine.
Learn to knit| Mon 15 July | 10am | Umina Beach Library | Free
Learn to knit with the Umina Beach library knitters, all abilities welcome from ages 6-12 years.
Australian Wildlife Show | Mon 15 July | 1pm | Woy Woy Library | $5.50
Australian Wildlife Displays presents Backyard Biodiversity, giving you the chance to get up close and personal with a range of Australian animals that might live in your own backyard!
Children are Stinky | Tue 16 July | 11am & 1pm | Laycock Street Community Theatre | From $20
Children are Stinky is an exciting award-winning children’s comedy by Circus Trick Tease. Still buzzing from sell-out seasons across the globe, this show is building momentum and continuing to captivate adults and children alike
Bonsai Wire Sculpture workshop | Tues 16 July | 1-3pm | Gosford Regional Gallery, East Gosford | $25.00
Students will create a mini bonsai tree sculpture from twisted wire that is adorned with beads. Creating bonsai trees is inspired by the ancient pines in the Japanese gardens.
Finger Knitting workshop | Tues 16 July | 10am-12pm | Gosford Regional Gallery, East Gosford | $25.00
Finger knitting is a great and fun activity that doesn't need many tools. Children will learn to finger knit fashionable bracelets and necklaces.
NAIDOC Storytime | Tues 16 July | 10:30am | Umina Beach Library | Free
Join us as the Aunties from Mingaletta present a Storytime to the children at Umina Beach Library.
Mystery Science Craft | Tues 16 July | 11am | Bateau Bay Library | Free
Get ready to be surprised with a mystery science craft of your choosing. Create something fun that you can take home and share these school holidays.
Aussie Board Games | Tues 16 July | 11am | Erina Library | Free
It’s the perfect time of year to stay cosy and play some new board games. Come along to Erina Library to have fun, make friends, and try new Aussie themed board games. Pass the Party Food, some iconic Aussie snacks will be provided.
Diamond Wall Art | Tues 16 July | 10:30am | Tuggerah Library | Free
Create a pop of colour for your wall with a vibrant wall hanging known as ‘Eye of God’. The wall hanging is created by weaving yarn in a diamond pattern around two sticks. All materials provided. Express your creativity!
Mario Olympic Challenge | Tues 16 July | 10:30am | 6-12 years old only | Kincumber Library | Free
Nintendo Switch Olympic Challenge – Mario Vs Sonic Challenge each other as Team Mario takes on Team Sonic on Nintendo Switch! Test your Olympic skills and work as a team in a friendly tournament.
Painting miniatures | Tues 16 July | 10am | Lake Haven Library | $5.50
Paint and keep a miniature figure to bring along to your favourite tabletop games. Paints and miniatures will be supplied but feel free to bring your own too! Ages 10-17 years.
Jewellery Making | Wed 17 July| 1-3pm | Gosford Regional Gallery, East Gosford | $25
Calling all junior jewellery designers! Unlock your inner fashionista in this exciting and fun workshop and create one of a kind jewellery pieces!
Whale watching talks | Wed 17 July | 1-:30am - 1:15pm | Crackneck Point Lookout, Bateau Bay | Free
Crackneck Point Lookout is a prime vantage point for spotting humpback whales as they migrate past our coastline. Join whale expert Jeannie Lawson for an interactive and informative talk about these huge mammals and try to spot some from the lookout!
Dungeons and Dragons | Wed 17 July | 10am & 1pm | Lake Haven Library | Free
Join in a one-shot adventure where you will experience the three pillars of Dungeons and Dragons gameplay: Exploration Social Interaction Combat For ages 10-17 years. Bring your tween/teen along!
Squishmallow portraits | Wed 17 July | 11am | Toukley Library | $5.50
Trace a picture of your favourite Squishmallow and transfer to a canvas paint board, then paint in your favourite colours. For ages 8-15 years. Bring your tween/teen along!
Woolly Wonders | Wed 17 July | 10:30am | Kariong Library | $5.50
Explore some woollen crafts over 3 exciting activities. For ages 6-12 years. Bring your tween along!
Mini loom workshop | Wed 17 July | 10am-12pm | Gosford Regional Gallery, East Gosford | $25.00
Students will learn the basics of weaving on a simple wooden pre wrapped weaving loom using colourful yarn. They will be creating mini wall hanging or a mat for a desk.
Mixed Media workshop | Thurs 18 July | 1-3pm | Gosford Regional Gallery, East Gosford | $25.00
Students will create a collage background to draw new artworks on top of using a range of materials such as charcoal, ink, acrylic, pens and pastels. *Please wear clothing appropriate for a messy class.
Inky Silhouettes workshop | Thurs 18 July | 10am-12pm | Gosford Regional Gallery, East Gosford | $25.00
In this fun class students will use different tonal washes of ink to create silhouettes of interesting still life objects. *Please wear clothing appropriate for a messy class.
Beginners Cricut workshop | Thurs 18 July | 10am | Umina Beach Library | $5.50
Cricut holiday program with RYSS Peninsula Youth Services. This limited-edition program will introduce and help build skills and knowledge of the Cricut craft tool. Learn the basics of design, vinyl cutting, & creating artwork with the templates provided
Minibeasts! | Thurs 18 July | 10:30am | 5-9 years old only | Erina Library | $5.50
Join Jacqui Love from Travelbugs Mobile Minibeasts for a fun, interactive, hands-on minibeasts incursion, featuring a colourful curation of large, live Australian invertebrate animals, such as insects, arachnids and more!
Minibeasts! | Thurs 18 July | 1:30pm | 5-9 years old only | Lake Haven Library | $5.50
Join Jacqui Love from Travelbugs Mobile Minibeasts for a fun, interactive, hands-on minibeasts incursion, featuring a colourful curation of large, live Australian invertebrate animals, such as insects, arachnids and more!
Lego tower workshop | Thurs 18 July | 10:30am | Kincumber Library | Free
Can your Lego tower withstand the winds and earthquakes of Kincumber Library? Build the tallest tower you can and see! All Lego provided.
Sand Art | Fri 19 July | 10:30am | Tuggerah Library | $5.50
Use coloured sand to bring a picture to life and become yours to take home. For ages 6-10 years.
Fun and games | Fri 19 July | 3pm | Bateau Bay Library | Free
Lego Bay calling all brilliant brick engineers for its space program! Design and build an awesome space craft that will get us to Mars first. 6-12 years
Foggy Forest| Fri 19 July | 10am-12pm | Gosford Regional Gallery, East Gosford | $25
Using layers of acrylic paint applied in thin washes, students will paint a forest scene that appears to be fading away into thick fog. *Please wear clothing appropriate for a messy class.
Collage Animals | Fri 19 July | 1-3pm | Gosford Regional Gallery, East Gosford | $25
In this class we will create a layered collage inspired by wonderful animals of all shapes and sizes. *Students will need to be able to cut small and intricate shapes out of paper by themselves.