WOODCHIX - Term 2 - Weekly Starting Mond 28th April at 10:30am - Also on Tuesdays
2025-04-28 10:30 - 15:00 (Australia/Sydney) | WoodChix, 5 Great Western Hwy, Emu Plains, NSW, 2750, Australia
Term 2.
Commences Monday 28th April.
Lessons available for Monday & Tuesdays.
Weeks follow school term:
Wk1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 9 ( due to public holiday and other teaching classes being on
Weeks 4, 7,8).
All classes 2 hours
Class Times:
Mondays: 10:30-12:30
Mondays: 1pm-3pm
Tuesdays: 9:30- 11:30
Tuesdays: 9:30- 11:30, 12-2pm
Tuesdays: 2:30 – 4:30.

Gill Enterkin
B. Teach, B.A, Grad Diploma FDR, Jp (NSW)
Cert IV Training & Assessment
Cert IV Mediation
Cert III Cabinet Making – Furniture
Head Woodchix
Woodchix Foundation

Info@woodchix.au
Mb: 0419262775
95 Great Western Hwy, Emu Plains NSW 2750

Woodchix.au

Hands on event: Cook4Good at Kids Giving Back (Homeschoolers giving back)
2025-04-29 10:00 - 12:00 | NSW
What: Hands on cooking session at Kids Giving Back. Kids Giving Back is a Not-for-Profit, service-learning organisation aiming to build generous generations.
When: 10am-12 noon, Tuesday 29 April
Who: Homeschoolers aged 8+
What:
Homeschoolers will work together to prepare a large number of nutritious meals full of colour and flavour at our Paddington Hub. These meals are then donated to one of the organisation’s charity partners who distribute the food to their homeless community. Event flyer is here.
Cost: $45 per child (strictly 8yo+). Payment directly to Kids Giving Back via this link: https://events.humanitix.com/homeschooling-families-cook4good
The organisers say:
The sessions are very hands-on and meaningful. The program is engaging and interactive and includes an informal discussion about homelessness. Prescribing to the EAR philosophy – Education, Action, and Reflection – our core of reflection and service makes us unique.
www.kidsgivingback.org

Equinox Martial Arts Academy - Homeschool Classes Tues & Thurs from 10:15am
2025-04-29 10:00 - 12:00 | NSW
Homeschool Classes now available at:

Equinox Martial Arts Academy
https://equinoxacademy.com.au/
Insta:@equinoxmartialarts
Location: 18/390 Eastern Valley Way, Roseville 2089
Number: 0422 132 651

Times:
TUESDAY and THURSDAY
10:15am – 11am 5 -6 year olds
11 – 12pm. 7+

🛹 Homeschool Skateboarding Sessions – Sydney Park
2025-05-02 10:00 - 11:00 | NSW
Skate Now is running Thursday morning group skateboarding lessons designed just for homeschoolers!

Ages 5–16
Small group format
Supportive, progressive learning
All gear provided if needed
Active Kids vouchers accepted

🕙 10am Thursdays | Term 2 starts May 2
📍 Sydney Park, St Peters
💲 $260 for 8 weeks | Book online: https://skate-now.com.au/book-now/

Rotary Youth Awards 2025
2025-05-04 | NSW
The Rotary Youth Awards aims to provide students with meaningful recognition for their diverse achievements and engagement within the community. Our goal for this award program is to provide the opportunity for students to gain knowledge, experiences and connections through a meaningful investment in their passions.

Through the award ceremony, we hope to join the community in celebration of our exceptional local youth. The event will be held on Sunday, 25th of May, in a location in Beecroft. Exact location and timing soon details are soon to come!

If you are student in Years 11 or 12 who embodies one of our many award categories, please nominate yourself. If you would like to nominate yourself for multiple awards please complete the form several times.

APPLICATIONS WILL CLOSE on Sunday the 4th of May 2025 at 11:59pm.
The award categories are as follows:

Volunteer of the Year
Young Sportsperson of the Year
Young Journalist of the Year
Young Performer of the Year
Young Engineer of the Year
Young Environmentalist of the Year
Young Entrepreneur of the Year
Young Creator of the Year
Young Changemaker of the Year
Bill Grant Memorial Award (Future Educator of the Year)

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeyVCpG-ZLvV4FGfA39kl8Dil1BLMgs0-yqU__8EBBptp53eg/viewform

Machu Picchu and the Golden Empires of Peru at Australian Museum 6 May 11:30am
2025-05-06 11:30 - 15:00 | Australian Museum, 1 William Street, Sydney, NSW, 2101, Australia
Explore the rich heritage of some of the world’s most captivating civilisations at the Australian Museum’s Machu Picchu and the Golden Empires of Peru exhibition. Using a combination of state-of-the-art projections, video and priceless artefacts, this immersive experience offers an unparalleled glimpse into the opulent history of the Andean people.
Come face to face with over 130 ancient artefacts including exquisite jewellery, funerary objects from royal tombs and one of the most impressive gold collections to tour the globe. These priceless treasures illuminate the artistic brilliance and cultural sophistication of ancient Peru, offering fascinating insights into the daily lives, spiritual beliefs and extraordinary achievements of these ancient civilisations.
Marvel at the wonders of legendary Machu Picchu, the pinnacle of Inca engineering. You’ll unravel the mysteries of how ancient Peruvian societies flourished in harmony with the challenging environment and learn why their innovations continue to inspire awe today.
NB! A small side area showcases erotic ceramic artefacts that illustrate the Andean fascination with natural life cycles, birth and death.
Each Child $16 only 1 parent per family
At the Australian Museum on the 6th May 2025 At 11:30am

Home School Sport Program- 10-week @1pm - Register by 4 May
2025-05-06 13:00 - 14:00 | NSW
Welcome to All Star Active’s 10-week Homeschool Fitness Program! 🎉
At All Star Active, we believe that movement is the foundation for learning, growth, and confidence. Our 10-week homeschool fitness program is designed to keep students active, engaged, and thriving through a dynamic blend of sports, fitness, and educational movement activities. With a focus on fun, skill development, and social connection, our sessions help kids build confidence, improve coordination, and develop a lifelong love for movement in a supportive and inclusive environment.

📍 Program Details:
Every Tuesday 1pm, Deverall Park Condell Park
MAY 6th – 8th July

Registration Link : https://forms.gle/VxTpcy6aBbfywRGn6

✅ 1-hour weekly sessions, 10 week program.
✅ Blended educational/curriculum and Multi-sport activities (Soccer, Basketball, Oztag, Fitness sessions & more), to promote educational development of health and wellbeing
✅ Fun, social & inclusive environment
✅ Option to use Active Kids vouchers, sibling discount available.
Registration closes 5th May.
All inquiries info@allstaractive.com.au 0473 029 379

Drawing and; Art Class with Belle Mitchell - ES1 and Stage 1 (Years K-2) - Weekly from 15 May @10am
2025-05-15 10:00 - 10:30 | NSW
Discover the Art of Australian Flora & Fauna with Belle Mitchelle!
We’re thrilled to welcome local artist Belle Mitchelle for a series of fun and creative art classes designed especially for young artists!
In these interactive, step-by-step lessons, students will:
🖍️ Begin with the basics — explore colour wheels and essential drawing techniques
✏️ Progress to sketching and shading with pencils
🎨 Add a splash of colour using watercolours
✨ Learn creative tips and tricks to level up their colouring skills
Belle’s classes are age-appropriate, ensuring each group gets the most out of their learning experience. Older student classes also available!
Each student will go home with:
✅ Their very own art masterpieces, ready to frame or hang on the fridge
✅ Handy worksheets to keep practicing at home
Let your child’s creativity bloom while discovering the beauty of Australian wildlife and plants in a fun, encouraging environment.
All materials (pencils, paper, and more) provided — just bring your imagination!
Spots are limited — don’t miss out!
Full Term and cash discounts available.
This is not a drop and leave service. All children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
THE DETAILS:
When: Held Every Thursday – Starting Thursday 15th May.
Time: 10am
Location: Held in Camden Markets Collective Workshop Space
125 Argyle Street, Camden
ES1 & Stage 1 (Years K-2)
Weekly at 10am
30 Min Session
$120 for full 8 weeks ($15 per class)
$20 per class for casual bookings
Cash $110 for term, paid in advance

Sessions Available to All – A Safe, Inclusive Space for Every Young Artist
We believe every child deserves the chance to explore their creativity. That’s why we’ve designed these art sessions to be welcoming, accessible, and supportive for kids of all ages and abilities.
With personal experience supporting children with allergies and neurodivergence, we’ve made sure to include:
Neurodivergent & Sensory-Friendly Sessions

Small group classes for comfort and calm
Low lighting to reduce sensory overload
No background music
A tub of shared fidget toys available during class

Dyslexia-Friendly Options

Worksheets can be printed on coloured paper (with pre-arrangement)
We also offer coloured reading aid sheets in 8 different shades on site

Wheelchair Accessible & Friendly Environment

Ramp access and disabled toilet available
Height-adjustable tables for comfort and inclusion

Allergy-Conscious & Safe Space

Workshop space is sterilized before each session
Workshop area is completely nut, gluten, egg, dairy, and corn free

Age Can Just Be A Number

Do you have a child who might be behind or ahead in learning?
Our sessions connect more with the Stages of the NSW Syllabus outcomes rather then ages.
So if your child is a prodigy like Sheldon Cooper or is developmentally behind, give us a call and we are happy to work with you on finding a session that works best for your child.

We are committed to making sure every child can feel safe, seen, and celebrated in our classes.
Terms and Conditions

All children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. This is not a drop and leave service.
All bookings are non refundable
We ask that all children and adults show respect to the teacher, each other and the space around them
In order to keep the space allergy controlled, all classes have a no food policy. You are welcome to bring a drink bottle to class but no food please.
All resources remain the property of Camden Markets and / or Belle Mitchelle both physically and intellectually.
This is a drawing and art class, the aim is to offer a space for your child to learn and hopefully develop skills in the area. There is no guarantee of skill improvement or skill absorption by the teacher.
All lessons are prepared with the NSW syllabus in mind, but we are not educators, just home schoolers and local artist and small businesses.
A copy of NSW syllabus points will be provided and a certificate of completion for all terms bookings is given.
All reporting and ultimate alignment to syllabus lies with the parent.

'Macbeth' performance @Seymour Centre, Thursday 25th May 2025 - 10am-Closed
2025-05-15 10:00 - 12:30 | Seymour Centre
Seymour Centre and Sport for Jove present
MACBETH
By William Shakespeare Recommended for ages 12+. Contains physical violence, adult themes, haze smoke, loud or sudden noises, strobe lighting and use of prop weapons.
“What’s done cannot be undone.”
Watch the premiere of an all-new production of Macbeth – a treat for teachers and students alike.
An unexpected prophecy at the close of a devastating war sends a national hero and his brilliant wife on a feverish and murderous quest for absolute power. With startlingly beautiful language, Shakespeare’s revered tragedy tears open the thin fabric between the temporal and magical worlds. This muscular, contemporary production looks at today’s world through Macbeth’s eyes – an epoch where doublespeak is rife, violence is a modern ecstasy and true loyalty is our most valuable commodity.
Shakespeare combines Scottish and English history with Greek myth to one simple end – to capture what it is to be human. What happens to us when we sacrifice our humanity to get ahead? We live in such a time, an unprecedented era that idolises fame and celebrity above leadership and morality. In such a time and place, perhaps even nature begins to fight back.
A boldly imaginative, fully contemporary and brand new production of Shakespeare’s Macbeth from Sport for Jove that is true to the text and full of engaging revelations, a wonderful experience for students and teachers.
This project has been assisted by the Australian Government through Creative Australia, its principal arts investment and advisory body.
Image credit: Dowling and Dowling Designs
“Sport for Jove did not disappoint! From the clever set design and the bold direction of the actors, it was a passionate and powerhouse performance of Macbeth. Thank you for providing another wonderful theatre experience for students.”
Kristy Styman, Teacher at TLSC Tumbi Umbi Campus
“A great performance to cap off the students’ studies of ‘Macbeth’. Stagecraft was innovative, particularly the use of lighting. Students found it engaging and it was certainly a rewarding experience.”
Helen Tran, English Teacher at Quakers Hill High School
“Clear storytelling, energetic performances, sharp staging, great swordplay and intelligent use of the language.”
Show Duration: approximately 120 minutes with no interval plus a 15-minute post-show Q&A for all daytime performances.
YOU MUST BE A SHEN MEMBER TO BOOK TICKETS. PLEASE ONLY BOOK FOR YOUR IMMEDIATE FAMILY. Ticket sales will end on 10th of March, unless sold out beforehand.
Please ensure you choose the correct ticket option when you are paying. People choosing Companion Card ticket must email a copy of the Companion Card to SHEN immediately after booking ticket(s).

The Classic Conjuring Magic Show
2025-05-17 19:00 - 20:10, 2025-06-21 19:00 - 20:10, 2025-07-12 19:00 - 20:10, 2025-09-06 19:00 - 20:10, 2025-10-04 08:00 - 17:00 | NSW
Enjoy the best of close-up magic with Dr Taliesin, master magician and member of the famous Magic Circle (UK), as he presents Classic Conjuring. Dubbed “absolutely brill” at its premiere at the 2018 Edinburgh Festival Fringe, a sophisticated world of wonder awaits you and your friends, as coins are plucked from thin air, cards transform and the laws of physics suspended, all within reach of your own hand.
Experience Dr Taliesin’s stylish freeform and highly interactive classic, contemporary and original close-up illusions, which delighted Australian audiences of all ages in its 2019 and 2020 seasons. Elegant and timeless, no two performances are the same, with spellbinding magic sure to leave you amused and amazed.
Bookings essential.

Dummy no changes
2025-05-18 | Actors Centre Australia (Sydney), Australia
testing current setup

'The World of Will' - workshop @Seymour Centre, Monday 26th May 2025 - 11am
2025-05-26 11:00 - 12:30 | Seymour Centre
Seymour Centre and Sport for Jove present
THE WORLD OF WILL
Introductory Shakespeare Workshop for Primary Stage 3Recommended for ages 10+ Join us on Seymour Centre’s big York Theatre stage to experience the world of William Shakespeare led by two experts from our resident company, Sport for Jove.
It’s never too early to welcome your students to the world of Shakespeare. All over the globe, schools are seeing the benefits of introducing these plays at a primary level. Let our two highly experienced teaching artists and actors take your class on an immersive, informative and fun journey through the world of William Shakespeare and his incredible works.
These sessions are designed to ignite the imagination, build confidence, work collaboratively and leave your class wanting to know more about history’s most prolific storyteller.
Part presentation part hands-on workshop, our goal is to make the experience fun, fear-free and unforgettable!

Workshop Duration: 90 minutes including short breaks.
YOU MUST BE A SHEN MEMBER TO BOOK TICKETS. PLEASE ONLY BOOK FOR YOUR IMMEDIATE FAMILY.
Ticket sales will end on the 7th April 2025, unless sold out beforehand.
Please ensure you choose the correct ticket option when you are paying. People choosing Companion Card ticket must email a copy of the Companion Card to SHEN immediately after booking ticket(s).

Homeschoolers giving back: Volunteer session at Thread Together
2025-06-03 09:00 - 11:00 | NSW
Homeschoolers giving back: Volunteer session at Thread Together
What: One-off volunteering session at NFP Thread Together. The charity receives donations of unsold clothes from big retailers and gets them to Australians in need – after natural disasters, women and children leaving domestic violence, and others in crisis.
During the session our group of 20 kids will take the new clothing donated from retailers and sort it into different categories and sizes. Thread Together relies on 6000 volunteers a year to do this! Parents can accompany their child but don’t need to pay. We will also learn where the clothes will go and who needs them.
VOLUNTEERING SESSION DETAILS:
When: 9-11am, Tuesday 3 June (please arrive 5 minutes early so we can start on time)
Where: Unit 21, Discovery Cove Industrial Estate, 1801 Botany Road, Banksmeadow (next door to the Discovery Cove Cafe).
Parking: There are allocated parking bays around the warehouse. There is also plenty of street parking on Botany Road. A parking map is also below.
Age group of participants: Best for 10yo plus although kids younger may join if you think they will be able to participate.
What to bring: A full water bottle, and a positive, can-do attitude! Please wear comfy clothing and closed toed shoes.
Cost: $33 per child ($30+GST)
How to book: We need to pay as one group so please contact the organiser (a SHEN parent) for payment details – she will then pay on our group’s behalf.
About Thread Together (great to look at with your child before the session):
https://threadtogether.org/
Parking map: https://threadtogether.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Thread-Together-Parking-Map-Marked-Up.pdf
General volunteer FAQs: (note our session is 2hrs not 3.5hrs, as kids/schools usually do this shorter session) – https://threadtogether.org/volunteer-faqs/
Here’s how they describe their work:
At Thread Together, we believe having access to new clothes plays a vital role in restoring dignity and creating brighter futures for those who need it most.
We source brand-new excess clothing and shoes from fashion brands and retailers, and distribute them at no cost to people in our community who are doing it tough, such as those experiencing homelessness, survivors of domestic abuse and youth at risk. We also support individuals and families affected by natural disasters.

‘A Bucket of Beetles’ Puppet Theatre @Sydney Opera House, Wednesday 4th June, 2025 - 10am
2025-06-04 10:00 - 11:30 | Sydney Opera House, Playhouse Theatre, Bennelong Point, Sydney, NSW, 2000, Australia
A Bucket of Beetles
Friendship, adventure and magical bugs
Wehea is a little boy who lives in a big rainforest. Just like many other people who live there, he has a special connection with nature. Even the smallest beings in the forest are his friends. One day, Wehea meets a very special beetle – a rhinoceros beetle – and together they embark on an epic, life-changing adventure.
Based on a story told by a four-year-old boy (all of the animal puppet designs in the show are based on his drawings) A Bucket of Beetles is more than just a story of a beautiful friendship. It’s a story about learning to appreciate the small things to then be able to appreciate bigger things.
Following successful tours across the US, Netherlands, Japan, South Korea, Malaysia and Singapore, Papermoon Puppet Theatre now brings this mesmerising show to the Sydney Opera House, for the first time for students of all ages from Stage 1 upwards.
“The standard of puppetry is extraordinary. The energy and artistic integrity of this company shines through in every scene.”

About Papermoon Puppet Theatre

Papermoon Puppet Theatre was founded in April 2006 in Yogyakarta, Indonesia by Co-Artistic Director Maria Tri Sulistyani (Ria). She has since nurtured, developed and expanded the company together with Co-Artistic Director Iwan Effendi, a visual artist and Papermoon’s puppet designer. Among other close collaborators, we work with a collective of puppeteers, which includes Anton Fajri, Pambo Priyojati, Beni Sanjaya, Muhammad Alhaq and Hardiansyah Yoga.
To date, Papermoon Puppet Theatre has created more than 30 puppet performances and visual art installations and exhibitions, and have toured to more than 10 countries. In 2008, they launched Pesta Boneka, an international puppet biennale that welcomes puppeteers from around the world to Yogyakarta, where they can share their work in a community setting.
The show duration is 65 minutes (50 minutes performance and 15 minutes Q&A).
Consider purchasing the accompanying Shadow Puppetry workshop on Wednesday 4th June at 12.30pm for an additional $15.50.
YOU MUST BE A SHEN MEMBER TO BOOK TICKETS. PLEASE ONLY BOOK FOR YOUR IMMEDIATE FAMILY.
Please ensure you choose the correct ticket option when you are paying. People choosing Companion Card ticket must email a copy of the Companion Card to SHEN immediately after booking ticket(s).

Shadow Puppet Theatre 'A Bucket of Beetles' workshop @Sydney Opera House, Wednesday 4th June, 2025 - 12.30pm
2025-06-04 12:30 - 14:00 | Sydney Opera House, Centre for Creativity, Bennelong Point, Sydney, NSW, 2000, Australia
Shadow Puppetry Installation Workshop
Inspired by A Bucket of Beetles
(Please note – it is advisable that you also attend the performance of ‘A Bucket of Beetles’ in conjunction with the workshop however, you can choose to just attend the workshop.)
‘Leonardo da Vinci would have loved this puppetry performance!’ Audience member of ‘A Bucket of Beetles’

Create shadow puppets with natural materials

Deepen student’s engagement with the performance of A Bucket of Beetles with this making workshop with Papermoon and their puppetry artists. Students make shadow installations using branches and leaves, to explore the magic of puppetry and the performance’s deep connection to nature and friendship.
In this workshop, students will:

Explore ways to bring objects, materials and figures to life using simple natural materials and light to create shadow puppet worlds.
Work with artists to create their own puppets using recycled and natural materials, and how these puppets can inform storytelling, set design and the audiences experience of the performance.
Learn about Indonesian approaches to puppetry story telling.

About Papermoon Puppet Theatre

Papermoon Puppet Theatre was founded in April 2006 in Yogyakarta, Indonesia by Co-Artistic Director Maria Tri Sulistyani (Ria). She has since nurtured, developed and expanded the company together with Co-Artistic Director Iwan Effendi, a visual artist and Papermoon’s puppet designer. Among other close collaborators, we work with a collective of puppeteers, which includes Anton Fajri, Pambo Priyojati, Beni Sanjaya, Muhammad Alhaq and Hardiansyah Yoga.
To date, Papermoon Puppet Theatre has created more than 30 puppet performances and visual art installations and exhibitions, and have toured to more than 10 countries. In 2008, they launched Pesta Boneka, an international puppet biennale that welcomes puppeteers from around the world to Yogyakarta, where they can share their work in a community setting.
The workshop duration is 90 minutes.
YOU MUST BE A SHEN MEMBER TO BOOK TICKETS. PLEASE ONLY BOOK FOR YOUR IMMEDIATE FAMILY.
PLEASE NOTE that parents can attend this workshop in a non-participating capacity. Parents will be able to sit in the back of the Creative Learning Space. Parents need to also purchase a ticket (even though free) at the time of booking.

Roald Dahl's 'The Twits' @Sydney Opera House, Wednesday 2nd July, 2025 - 12.30pm
2025-07-02 12:30 - 13:30 | Sydney Opera House, Playhouse Theatre, Bennelong Point, Sydney, NSW, 2000, Australia
You won’t believe your (glass) eyes!

Mr and Mrs Twit are the nastiest couple you could ever hope (not) to meet – both on a quest to be meaner than the other – but, who will outwit the Twits? Full of trickery and wickedly-funny pranks, this infamous pair ultimately highlight the need to treat others with love and care and spreading positivity is far more enjoyable.
Packed with Dahlicious mischief, hilarious mayhem and humongous belly laughs, The Twits is unmissable theatre for all ages, from the team that brought us the sold out season of Fantastic Mr Fox, George’s Marvelous Medicine and Revolting Rhymes & Dirty Beasts.
You’ve read the book – now get to the theatre and experience this family classic from the wacky mind of the world’s No. 1 Storyteller live on stage.
Sydney Opera House presents a Shake & Stir Theatre Co production
The show duration is 50 minutes
YOU MUST BE A SHEN MEMBER TO BOOK TICKETS. PLEASE ONLY BOOK FOR YOUR IMMEDIATE FAMILY.
Please ensure you choose the correct ticket option depending on whether you are paying by direct bank deposit or by PayPal.
People choosing Companion Card ticket must email a copy of the Companion Card to Shen immediately after booking ticket(s).

Keep Your Kids Safe from Online Predators - Online
2025-07-22 07:00 - 20:30 | NSW
Keep Your Kids Safe
from Online Predators

An information session by the Australian Federal Police for parents, carers and educators about online child sexual exploitation.
Please note that the presentation is not suitable for children due to the nature of the topics discussed.
DATE: Tuesday 22 July
TIME: 7-8.30pm
LOCATION: Online (link to be sent)
REGISTER: Click Here
Topics included within the presentation are specifically aimed at educating and increasing awareness about online child sexual exploitation including:

avoiding inappropriate contact

online grooming

self-generated content

sexual extortion

how to get help

The presentation will generally run for 60 minutes, with 30 minutes for questions and further discussion.
This session will not be recorded.
For support with registration or any questions please contact Anita Pesa, Child and Family Development Officer, on 0438 674 349.
Proudly bought to you by Canterbury-Bankstown Council.
Kind Regards
Anita Pesa
Child and Family Development Officer
T 02 9707 5585 M 0438 674 349
E Anita.Pesa@cbcity.nsw.gov.au
www.cbcity.nsw.gov.au

Online Family Meditation Course - Term 3, 2025
2025-07-30 19:00 - 19:30 | NSW
We’re delighted to offer our second online family meditation course for 2025. Over five short sessions, your family is invited to explore meditation together from the comfort of your own home.

Through simple meditations, games, and storytelling, we’ll gently explore values like togetherness, kindness, and mindfulness.
Facilitator: Zara Kaye When: Wednesdays, 7:00–7:30 PMDates: 30 July, 6, 13, 20, and 27 August Where: Online via Zoom

There is no fee for this course, though offerings are warmly appreciated at: https://www.drogmi.org/support-us.html
Bookings are essential – please email info@drogmi.org to register and receive the Zoom link.
A gentle way to pause together midweek and nurture stillness as a family.

Bell Shakespeare Junior Workshop - Introduction to Shakespeare Wed 6th August 9.30am-11.30am (Ages 7-10)
2025-08-06 09:30 - 11:30 | Bell Shakespeare Headquarters, 13 Hickson Rd, Dawes Point, NSW, 2000, Australia
Primary Workshop- Intro into Shakespeare
THIS IS A REPEAT OF WORKSHOP HELD IN JULY LAST YEAR. YOU CAN RE-DO THIS WORKSHOP BUT JUST NEED TO BE AWARE THAT THERE WILL BE OVERLAP WITH WHAT WAS LEARNT LAST YEAR.
9.30am – 11.30am
Ages 7-10
We believe our journey with Shakespeare should start young. Bell Shakespeare’s Intro to Shakespeare Primary workshop is designed to immerse students in Shakespeare through playful and interactive storytelling. Our teaching artists will take young students on a two-hour narrative journey through some of Shakespeare’s magical array of characters, from a number of plays. Students will learn about character, language techniques, and expanding vocabulary. We’ll intersperse creative and critical thinking activities throughout so you can continue to explore Shakespeare long after we’ve gone. Most importantly, we will deliver an entertaining, engaging and informative Shakespeare immersion that will have students on their feet, speaking and playing with Shakespeare.
This workshop has been very kindly subsidised by Bell Shakespeare
Maximum number of participants – 30
Workshop will be held at Bell Shakespeare premises – Pier 2/3, Walsh Bay Arts Precinct, Hickson Road, Dawes Point (in between The Rocks and Barangaroo)
Please note: an accompanying adult and younger (non-participating) siblings are permitted to attend as audience but need to be very quiet (noises, even whispers, carry and can be disruptive). We strongly suggest that if you have younger children, that you sit outside the room with them as it is difficult for them to be quiet and sit still for the two hours of the workshop. If you want a chat, then there are tables and chairs outside the workshop room or outside the pier with beautiful views of the Harbour and lots of restaurants/cafes. Once you are inside the workshop room, we respectfully ask that you not move from there as this can be very disruptive for the teacher(s) and the workshop participants.

Bell Shakespeare Junior Workshop - 'A Midsummer Night's Dream' Wed 6th August 12pm-2pm (Ages 8-12)
2025-08-06 12:00 - 14:00 | Bell Shakespeare Headquarters, 13 Hickson Rd, Dawes Point, NSW, 2000, Australia
Primary Workshop- A Midsummer Night’s Dream
THIS WORKSHOP IS DESIGNED TO BE A CONTINUATION OF LAST YEAR’S SHAKESPEARE WORKSHOP. YOU DON’T NEED TO HAVE DONE LAST YEAR’S WORKSHOP TO DO THIS ONE. YOU ALSO DON’T NEED TO KNOW THE PLAY TO DO THIS WORKSHOP.
12PM – 2PM
Ages 8-12
We believe our journey with Shakespeare should start young. Bell Shakespeare’s Intro to Shakespeare Primary workshop is designed to immerse students in Shakespeare through playful and interactive storytelling. Our teaching artists will take young students on a two-hour narrative journey in an introduction to Shakespeare’s ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream.’ Students will learn about character, language techniques, and expanding vocabulary. We’ll intersperse creative and critical thinking activities throughout so you can continue to explore Shakespeare long after we’ve gone. Most importantly, we will deliver an entertaining, engaging and informative Shakespeare immersion that will have students on their feet, speaking and playing with Shakespeare.
This workshop has been very kindly subsidised by Bell Shakespeare
Maximum number of participants – 30
Workshop will be held at Bell Shakespeare premises – Pier 2/3, Walsh Bay Arts Precinct, Hickson Road, Dawes Point (in between The Rocks and Barangaroo)
Please note: an accompanying adult and younger (non-participating) siblings are permitted to attend as audience but need to be very quiet (noises, even whispers, carry and can be disruptive). We strongly suggest that if you have younger children, that you sit outside the room with them as it is difficult for them to be quiet and sit still for the two hours of the workshop. If you want a chat, then there are tables and chairs outside the workshop room or outside the pier with beautiful views of the Harbour and lots of restaurants/cafes. Once you are inside the workshop room, we respectfully ask that you not move from there as this can be very disruptive for the teacher(s) and the workshop participants.

Bell Shakespeare Secondary Workshop - 'Romeo and Juliet' Wed 6th August 2.30pm-4.30pm (Ages 11 - 15)
2025-08-06 14:30 - 16:30 | Bell Shakespeare Headquarters, 13 Hickson Rd, Dawes Point, NSW, 2000, Australia
Secondary Workshop- Romeo and Juliet
THIS WORKSHOP IS DESIGNED TO BE A CONTINUATION OF LAST YEAR’S SHAKESPEARE WORKSHOP. YOU DON’T NEED TO HAVE DONE LAST YEAR’S WORKSHOP TO DO THIS ONE. YOU ALSO DON’T NEED TO KNOW THE PLAY TO DO THIS WORKSHOP.
2.30pm – 4.30pm
Ages 11 – 15
We believe our journey with Shakespeare should start young. Bell Shakespeare’s Intro to Shakespeare Primary workshop is designed to immerse students in Shakespeare through playful and interactive storytelling. Our teaching artists will take young students on a two-hour narrative journey in an introduction to Shakespeare’s ‘Romeo and Juliet.’ Students will learn about character, language techniques, and expanding vocabulary. We’ll intersperse creative and critical thinking activities throughout so you can continue to explore Shakespeare long after we’ve gone. Most importantly, we will deliver an entertaining, engaging and informative Shakespeare immersion that will have students on their feet, speaking and playing with Shakespeare.
This workshop has been very kindly subsidised by Bell Shakespeare
Maximum number of participants – 25
Workshop will be held at Bell Shakespeare premises – Pier 2/3, Walsh Bay Arts Precinct, Hickson Road, Dawes Point (in between The Rocks and Barangaroo)
Please note: an accompanying adult and younger (non-participating) siblings are permitted to attend as audience but need to be very quiet (noises, even whispers, carry and can be disruptive). We strongly suggest that if you have younger children, that you sit outside the room with them as it is difficult for them to be quiet and sit still for the two hours of the workshop. If you want a chat, then there are tables and chairs outside the workshop room or outside the pier with beautiful views of the Harbour and lots of restaurants/cafes. Once you are inside the workshop room, we respectfully ask that you not move from there as this can be very disruptive for the teacher(s) and the workshop participants.

‘A Very Old Man with Enormous Wings’ music, puppetry and live video projection @Sydney Opera House, Wednesday 13th August, 2025 - 10am
2025-08-13 10:00 - 11:30 | Sydney Opera House, Playhouse Theatre, Bennelong Point, Sydney, NSW, 2000, Australia
A Very Old Man with Enormous Wings
Inspired by the story by Gabriel Garcia Marquez
A magic-realist gem of theatre and storytelling from Ireland, using a combination of music, puppetry and live video projection.

A rich exploration of human nature

For students who love exquisite, beautifully crafted theatre, a magical realist gem inspired by legendary novelist Gabriel García Márquez’s darkly comic fairy tale, Un señor muy viejo con unas alas enormes.
In a kitchen, in a theatre, two storytellers and their audience discover something remarkable – a very old man with enormous wings – and invite us to speculate who he is. A neighbour believes he’s an angel, a priest claims he’s an imposter. Pilgrims ﬂock to see him, hoping to be healed by him. They leave with something different than what they expected.
Winner of Best Design at the Dublin Fringe (2019), talented theatre maker Dan Colley has created a perfect show for students gorgeously formed around music, puppetry and live video, but also thoughtful and emotionally rich in its exploration of human nature.
“Fifty minutes of near theatrical perfection.” The Arts Review
The show duration is 60 minutes (45 minutes performance and 15 minutes Q&A).
Consider also purchasing a ticket in the accompanying workshop ‘Stagecraft Design’ on Wednesday 13th August at 12.30pm for an additional $15.50.
YOU MUST BE A SHEN MEMBER TO BOOK TICKETS. PLEASE ONLY BOOK FOR YOUR IMMEDIATE FAMILY.
Please ensure you choose the correct ticket option when you are paying. People choosing Companion Card ticket must email a copy of the Companion Card to SHEN immediately after booking ticket(s).

Theatre Set Design & Stagecraft 'A Very Old Man with Enormous Wings' workshop @Sydney Opera House, Wednesday 13th August, 2025 - 12.30pm
2025-08-13 12:30 - 14:00 | Sydney Opera House, Centre for Creativity, Bennelong Point, Sydney, NSW, 2000, Australia
Theatre Set Design and Stagecraft Workshop
Inspired by A Very Old Man with Enormous Wings
(Please note – it is advisable that you also attend the performance of ‘A Very Old man with Enormous Wings’ in conjunction with the workshop however, you can choose to just attend the workshop.)
“There’s nothing better than having the opportunity to create a world that doesn’t, but could, exist” Christophe Lautrette
In this workshop students learn how to create dynamic spaces for live performance and theatre to build spaces of imagination for an audience.

Make a world for theatrical storytelling

In this fun and engaging workshop inspired by A Very Old Man with Enormous Wings, students have the opportunity to learn from Isabel Hudson, a set and costume designer to create their own miniature worlds. Step into the captivating world of theatrical design and scenography to learn unique approaches that take ideas from the page to the stage.
In this workshop students will:

Explore real-world examples to learn how a designer approaches the creative process.
Develop ideas and sketches to build students’ skills in stage and set design.
Create small scale models and prototypes for sets, props, characters and stages.
Consider how different challenges and parameters that develop their design choices to enhance or bring alive the script or how an audience interprets a performance.

The workshop duration is 90 minutes.
YOU MUST BE A SHEN MEMBER TO BOOK TICKETS. PLEASE ONLY BOOK FOR YOUR IMMEDIATE FAMILY.
PLEASE NOTE that parents can attend this workshop in a non-participating capacity. Parents will be able to sit in the back of the Creative Learning Space. Parents need to also purchase a ticket (even though free) at the time of booking.

Future Health Worldbuilding Competition 2025 - Info sessions 30th Aug & 10 Sept
2025-08-30 13:00 - 14:00 | NSW
This year, NSW Health is inviting students across the state to take on a unique and imaginative competition:
to step into the future and decide what comes next.
The Future Health Worldbuilding Competition 2025 is a call to action for young people to explore their creativity, critical thinking, and sense of social responsibility.
Worldbuilding is the practice of imagining, designing, and communicating the systems, values, and environments of an alternative or future world. It draws on skills in storytelling, systems thinking, ethics, and innovation which are all essential for thinking critically and creatively about change.
Students in Years 7-10 are invited to imagine and create a vision of a future healthcare system. Through art, writing, video, storytelling, design, or prototypes, they’ll craft their own future world where care is re-imagined for people, communities, and the planet.
Their ideas won’t be graded but they’ll be taken seriously. Submissions will help inform NSW Health’s strategic planning. Finalists will attend a Future Health Symposium at Westmead in Term 4, and winners will be offered a bespoke, behind-the-scenes tour of an innovative health care space and other great prizes.
Where it links to learning
Students will naturally draw on knowledge and skills from:

Science – understanding systems, health, and the role of innovation
PDHPE – exploring wellbeing, care equity, and community health
Technology – applying design thinking and digital creativity
English – crafting compelling narratives and persuasive ideas
Careers & Civics – imagining their future role in public life and shared systems

It’s also tightly aligned with NSW General Capabilities and IB Approaches to Learning, from creative and critical thinking to communication and intercultural understanding. How to get involved:
Support your students – share the website with them. Encourage them to watch the supporting materials and access the Canva workbook.
Join our Live Info Session – we’ve got two upcoming sessions… Sat 30th August 1-2pm and Wed 10th Sept 5-6pm.
Get all your questions answered, hear from the organisers, and learn how easy it is to support students through this challenge.
Register for updates – Stay in the loop with reminders, resources, and inspiration to share with your students. Register here.

NSW Art Gallery Learning Tour & Workshop - Tues 9th Sept
2025-09-09 10:00 - 14:00 | Art Gallery of NSW, Art Gallery Rd, Sydney, NSW, 2000, Australia
NSW Art Gallery learning tour and Workshop: Yolgnu Power
Tuesday 9th September, 2025
For primary Students – Stages 2-3
Tour (10am – 11.30am)
For almost 100 years, artists at Yirrkala have shared art as a means of cultural diplomacy – as a respectful assertion of power in its diverse forms, from sovereignty to influence, authority and control, to energy, strength and pride. Yolŋu power presents an opportunity to explore this art and its power to entice us into the Yolŋu world.
In this learning tour, students get up close to artworks and learn about the significant moments in Yirrkala’s history when artists have consciously altered their practice, developed new styles or embraced new mediums.
Led by an Art Gallery educator, this interactive session includes exhibition entry and is adapted for primary and secondary stages and their relevant curriculum outcomes.
Workshop (12.30pm – 2pm)
Led by an Art Gallery educator, students engage with works of art in the exhibition, learn about Yolŋu art and culture, and experiment with materials and techniques to create new work inspired by the artistic practices from Yirrkala in north-east Arnhem Land, Northern Territory.
This hands-on workshop includes exhibition entry and is designed for both primary and secondary students with stage appropriate curriculum outcomes for making and responding.
Parents are permitted to attend for free (please select parent free ticket). Please do not bring younger siblings to the tour and workshop (if you need to, there is plenty to do in and around the Art Gallery)
Each session is 1 ½ hours in duration
YOU MUST BE A SHEN MEMBER TO BOOK TICKETS. PLEASE ONLY BOOK FOR YOUR IMMEDIATE FAMILY.

HF 15@15: Youth Building Democracy Competition - applications are open until September 15, 2025.
2025-09-14 23:00 - 23:30 | NSW
15@15: Youth Building Democracy, our global competition inviting 15-year-olds to share their vision for a more secure and democratic world, which has been featured on CBC News: The National.
The creation of the application video could be a great school project for students looking for a meaningful and creative way to reflect on the world around them.
If you haven’t had a chance yet to share this opportunity with your network, there’s still time—applications are open until September 15, 2025.
This year, we are again offering winners:

A paid trip (with a parent or legal guardian) to the 2025 Halifax International Security Forum in Canada

The chance to meet with some of the world’s most influential leaders at the Forum

An opportunity to showcase their creativity and leadership to representatives from more than 80 countries at the Forum.

Competition Closes: September 15, 2025 | 11:59pm ET
2025 Halifax International Security Forum: November 21-23, 2025
Resources to Share:
To watch a video about 15@15 please visit: https://youtu.be/iNt3qTrwAqg
For more information, including application instructions, please visit: https://events.halifaxtheforum.org/15at15
To view CBC News: The National’s report on 15@15 competition, please visit: https://youtu.be/5DpDADNDi0I?si=JKWw1jktyGD4gE6G
To learn more about HFX and Halifax International Security Forum, please visit: https://halifaxtheforum.org/.
Participation is completely free, and the application is simple: a 15-second video about one positive change they’d like to see in the next 15 years.
If you have any questions or would like additional materials, feel free to reply to this email, or call me directly at +1 (202)594-9551.
Thank you so much for supporting young leaders in your community—we can’t wait to see the inspiring ideas they will share.
Warm regards,
Emily Law
Program Manager, HFX
