Calendar of Events
February 2012 Event Listings
Event Updates14 December 2011
Ford Focus Moonlight Cinema
14 December 2011 to 18 February 2012Royal Botanic Gardens, Birdwood Avenue, South Yarra
Moonlight Cinema is an outdoor cinema screening new release, classic and cult films on the lawns of the Royal Botanic Gardens. Some films are rated for adults only, however there are plenty of child-friendly screenings in the...
26 December 2011
Toytopia
26 December 2011 to 26 April 2012Franston Waterfront, Nepean Highway, Frankston
See 3,500 tonnes of sand transformed into sand sculptures by Australian and International sculptors depicting childhood playthings such as spinning tops, a Jack-in-a-box, teddy bears and much more! There will also be children's...
07 January 2012
Edendale Holiday activities
07 January 2012 to 05 February 2012Edendale Farm, 30 Gastons Road Eltham
Go along to Edendale these holidays and participate in activities such as watering the spiral art garden, water and chalk drawing, cuddling a guinea pig, or even holding a Spiny Leaf Stick Insect! Activities run at various...
21 January 2012
Zoo Twilights
21 January 2012 to 17 March 2012Melbourne Zoo, Elliott Avenue, Parkville, Melbourne
The Zoo Twilights concert series is back again on Saturdays and Sundays bigger and better than ever as part of Melbourne Zoo's 150th anniversary celebrations! The superb line-up of some of Australia's favourite artists,...
03 February 2012
Babes to Kids & Maternity Market
03 February 2012Caribbean Gardens and Market, 1280 Ferntree Gully Road, Scoresby
The Caribbean Gardens and Market holds this market on the first Friday of every month where you will find pre-loved baby to kids clothing, maternity wear, toys, cots, prams, change tables, blankets and heaps more! There are...
04 February 2012
St Kilda Festival
04 February 2012 to 12 February 2012Various venues throughout St Kilda
The St Kilda Festival is made up of three main components, providing plenty of fun and entertainment for everyone!
Yalukit Willam Ngargee: People Place Gathering - 4 February This is an outdoor Indigenous festival...
Local Food Swap - Diamond Creek
04 February 2012Front of Diamond Creek East Primary School, 129-163 Main Hurstbridge Road, Diamond Creek
Local Food Connect Inc aims to give people the opportunity to come together and swap their excess home grown produce, ideas, knowledge and skills. No money changes hands at local food swaps; the only currency is what you have...
Rivers Community Food Swap
04 February 2012Rivers of Yarrambat, 28 Kurrak Road Yarrambat
Go along to exchange your excess home grown fruit and vegies for another gardener's fresh produce. Swap seasonal produce, eggs, seedlings, recipes, preserves, growing hints, and more. Meet in the kitchen garden outside the...
Rhythm of Africa
04 February 2012 to 26 February 2012Werribee Open Range Zoo, off Princes Freeway, Werribee
Spend a Saturday or Sunday afternoon enjoying an 'out of Africa' experience with the family at Werribee Open Range Zoo. Set against the beautiful backdrop of the zoo, Rhythm of Africa brings you some of the best African music...
05 February 2012
Hurstbridge Farmers Market
05 February 2012Fergusons Paddock, enter from Hurstbridge - Arthurs Creek Road, Hurstbridge (Melway 185 J8)
This all weather market operates on the first Sunday of every month (except January) as an authentic farmers' market, with the emphasis on local fresh food and produce that is grown, reared, caught or made by the person selling...
Collingwood Children’s Farm - Family Day
05 February 2012Collingwood Children's Farm, St Heliers Street, Abbotsford
Take the kids for a great family day out and get a close up experience with real farm animals. You can help milk the cows at 10am and 4pm, have pony and hay rides between 10.30am and 2.30pm, enjoy a BBQ and lots of other fun...
Kids' Quest
05 February 2012Eltham-Montmorency Uniting Church, Corner Rattray and Mountainview Roads, Montmorency
Kids' Quest occurs monthly and is a fun time for children and families to gather together for stories with a faith theme, songs, activities and a light meal.
06 February 2012
Bedtime storytime
06 February 2012Eltham Library, Panther Place Eltham
Go along to join in on bedtime songs and stories.
07 February 2012
Bushfire Remembrance Service – St Andrews
07 February 2012St Andrews Church, Heidelberg-Kinglake Road
The St Andrews Memorial Working Group is mindful of the need for many people, directly and indirectly affected by the bushfires, to have the opportunity for quiet reflection with family and friends. To meet this need, and to...
Bushfire Remembrance Service – Strathewen
07 February 2012Strathewen Recreation Reserve Pavilion, Chadds Creek Road, Strathewen
The evening includes light refreshments followed by a guided walk to the Memorial site and a soil-turning ceremony. All are welcome and families are asked to take along a small plate to share for a light supper. Tea, coffee,...
Bushfire Remembrance Service - Whittlesea
07 February 2012Whittlesea Community Activity Centre, Laurel Street, Whittlesea
This third anniversary community memorial service will be held to remember the losses experienced through the 2009 Black Saturday Bushfires and provide a chance for people to gather together and pay their respects. You can take...
08 February 2012
Positive parenting course
08 February 2012Mill Park Community House, 68 Mill Park Drive, Mill Park
Parents and carers with young children can learn positive parenting skills throughout this practical seven week course, facilitated by a professional parent educator. This group meets every Wednesday from 8 February to 21...
10 February 2012
Melbourne Indigenous Arts Festival
10 February 2012 to 12 February 2012Various venues
This festival demonstrates the breadth of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island contemporary and traditional artistic expression and includes something for the whole family. Enjoy dance, live music, cabaret, visual art, theatre,...
Whittlesea Country Music Festival
10 February 2012 to 12 February 2012Assorted venues throughout the Whittlesea township
The Whittlesea Country Music Festival is a high-profile event held annually over three days celebrating all things country. The 2012 festival will host live music in local venues in the Whittlesea township on Friday night, a...
Positive parenting course
10 February 2012Mill Park Community House, 68 Mill Park Drive, Mill Park
Parents and carers with young children can learn positive parenting skills throughout this practical seven week course, facilitated by a professional parent educator. This group meets every Friday from 10 February to 23 March....
11 February 2012
Sustainable Living Festival
11 February 2012 to 26 February 2012Various venues across Melbourne
Australia is the lucky country. With our golden soil and wealth for toil and our beauty rich and rare we must feel pretty darn lucky, right? But what's our future look like? Can we sustain the great Australian way of life? It...
Local Food Swap – Greensborough
11 February 2012Churinga, 108 – 130 Diamond Creek Road, Greensborough
This food swap from Local Food Connect Inc gives you the opportunity to come together with others and swap your excess home grown produce, ideas, knowledge and skills. No money changes hands! The only currency is what you have...
12 February 2012
Free Garden Waste Drop Off Day
12 February 2012Recycling and Recovery Centre, 290 Yan Yean Road, Plenty
To assist you with preparing your property for the fire season, Council is providing residents with the opportunity to dispose of garden green waste, free of charge. The only materials accepted will be tree prunings, garden...
13 February 2012
Infant CPR
13 February 2012Hurstbridge Maternal and Child Health Centre, 50 Greysharps Road, Hurstbridge
This course from KMR Safety First is designed to provide knowledge and skills to new parents and care providers to perform the essential life saving techniques of infant Paediatric Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR). The cost...
14 February 2012
Tuning Into Kids
14 February 2012Whittlesea Council Offices, Waterlilly Room, 25 Ferres Boulevard, South Morang
This free parenting program from Parentzone Anglicare helps children learn to understand and regulate their emotions, improving their social skills and behaviour, particularly children with behaviour or anxiety problems.
Community Information Session with Dr. Rob Gordon
14 February 2012Kinglake Community Centre, Kinglake
Rob Gordon is a clinical psychologist with more than 25 years experience supporting the recovery of individuals and families following events such as the 1983 Ash Wednesday bushfires, the Bali bombings, the 2004 Boxing Day...
16 February 2012
Tunes in the Trees
16 February 2012The Ian Potter Foundation Children’s Garden, Royal Botanic Garden, Birdwood Avenue Melbourne
Another session will be held from 11am-11.45am.
Go along and enjoy songs and movement, with music inspired by the plants and animals of the garden. Suitable for children aged three to four years.
Joe Frost Live – Be the best parent you can be tour
16 February 2012Hisense Arena, Olympic Boulevard
See the world’s favourite nanny for the first time in Australia in her brand new live show! Jo Frost will share her unique insights into parenting in a fun, highly entertaining and informative event that will change the way...
18 February 2012
Local Food Swap – Hurstbridge
18 February 2012Allwood Neighbourhood House, 901 Main Road, Hurstbridge
This food swap from Local Food Connect Inc gives you the opportunity to come together with others and swap your excess home grown produce, ideas, knowledge and skills. No money changes hands! The only currency is what you have...
Introduction to Permaculture
18 February 2012Edendale Farm, Gastons Road, Eltham
Permaculture (permanent agriculture) is a design system for productive gardens that have the diversity, stability and resilience of natural ecosystems. If you have always been interested in permaculture, but were not quite sure...
19 February 2012
Eltham Community Craft and Produce Market
19 February 2012Panther Place, Eltham (Near Alistair Knox Park)
Enjoy a local community atmosphere in a delightful setting, eat some tasty food, take home a gift, buy some fresh fruit and vegetables, listen to good music or find a special artistic ornament or craft for your home. The market...
Eltham Copper Butterfly Walk and Talk
19 February 2012Pauline Toner Reserve, Eucalyptus Road, Eltham (meet at the information shelter)
The Friends of Eltham Copper Butterfly invite you to attend an informative walk and talk with Zoologist, Andrea Canzano where you will learn more about the Eltham Copper Butterfly. You will need to take a hat and wear sturdy...
Timor-Leste Festival
19 February 2012Queen Victoria Market, Queen Street, Melbourne
Celebrate the diversity and rich culture of the East Timorese people with the third annual Timor-Leste Culture and Food Festival at Queen Victoria Market. Take the family and experience traditional dance, music and...
Darebin Community and Kite Festival
19 February 2012All Nations Park, Munro Street, Northcote
Join in the fun at the Darebin Community and Kite Festival and enjoy the music, free activities and kite flying activities. There will also be a parade of colour, fresh food swap, kids zone, animal farm, free amusements, roving...
20 February 2012
Parenting after Separation
20 February 2012FamilyWorks, Unit 1/1-13 The Gateway, Broadmeadows
Parents and carers in separated families can gain support for themselves and their children, by attending this mixed gender six week program. The cost is $80 per person or $60 for concession. The group will meet each Monday...
21 February 2012
Reusable Nappy Information Session
21 February 2012Diamond Valley Library, Civic Drive, Greensborough
Confused about nappies? Find out how to save money and reduce your impact on the environment. Discover the many different types of reusable nappies, how much they cost and how many you're likely to need. There is no cost for...
23 February 2012
Manningham Healthy Lifestyle Week
23 February 2012 to 04 March 2012Various venues
Manningham Healthy Lifestyle Week is an opportunity to get active and learn about healthy living in fun and friendly environments. This year's program theme is Healthy Lifestyles, Healthy Minds and Healthy Communities. The...
Health and Happiness for Mind, Body and Soul
23 February 2012Simply Natural Therapies, 41 Tunstall Square, Doncaster East
When is the last time you felt truly well and happy? Explore a range of natural approaches to health that will enlighten your mind, nurture your body and soothe your soul. Learn some quick and effective techniques to manage...
24 February 2012
Little Devils Children's Circus Workshops
24 February 2012Domeney Recreation Centre, Rooms 4 & 5, 24-52 Knees Road, Park Orchards
Session One: 4pm to 5pm, Session Two: 5pm to 6pm
These sessions for children aged five to 12 years include lots of fun while participating in circus activities using equipment that will provide an exciting form of...
Eltham in Action Tour
24 February 2012Eltham College, 1660 Main Road, Eltham
Experience a typical school day at Eltham College and see interaction learning in action! You will be guided through this exciting and fun learning environment, drop into a class or two, get to know some of the staff and...
Better Homes & Gardens Expo
24 February 2012 to 26 February 2012Royal Exhibition Building, Nicholson Street, Carlton
Bringing to life the pages of Australia's favourite magazine this Expo brings together household names from the Better Homes and Gardens family, providing home makers, DIY enthusiasts, keen gardeners and aspiring chefs with...
Cinema Under the Stars - Rio
24 February 2012Finns Reserve, Duncan Street, Lower Templestowe (parking available via Duncan Street and Riverwood Lane)
This free outdoor cinema event will feature the hit movie Rio, an animated family movie rated G. Rio is the story of Blu, a male blue macaw, who is taken to Rio de Janeiro to mate with a female. He eventually...
25 February 2012
Eltham Jazz, Food and Wine Festival
25 February 2012 to 26 February 2012Eltham Town Square, Commercial Place, Eltham
This year's festival has one of the finest music programs, capturing the best of Australia's jazz and blues artists and their original music and interpretations. Showcasing great music from many artists including Bob...
Going Green Solutions for Home Owners
25 February 2012Panton Hill Living and Learning Centre, 18 Bishops Road, Panton Hill
Which home efficiency measures give you the best value for money? More than just solar, discover the most cost effective ways to reduce your energy and water use. Find out what else you can do to make your household more...
26 February 2012
Rivers High Tea and Jazz
26 February 2012Rivers of Yarrambat, 28 Kurrak Road, Yarrambat
Enjoy the sweet sounds of Jazz on the summer air while you indulge in divine chocolate brownie, cupcakes and scones, plus other assortments of sweet and savoury foods. Rivers High Tea is very popular so bookings are essential.
Egyptian Festival
26 February 2012Queen Victoria Market, Queen Street, Melbourne
Melbourne's vibrant Egyptian community makes a welcome appearance on the Queen Victoria Market's multicultural festival calendar this year. Take the family and celebrate the fabulous culture and traditions of this fascinating...
Teddy Bears' Picnic
26 February 2012Rippon Lea House & Gardens, 192 Hotham Street, Elsternwick
Join top rating children's characters and special guests, including Angelina Ballerina and Scooby Doo in this 22nd annual Teddy Bears' Picnic. There will be storytelling, face painting, pony rides, animal farm, boat rides, mini...
The Grimstones Hatched
26 February 2012The Arts Centre, 100 St Kilda Road, Melbourne
This gothic fairytale tells the story of the lovable Grimstone family through giant books, old-world marionettes and sign language. After the show you can join in the launch of the new novel The Grimstones: Hatched. The show...
Rockin' @ Redleap
26 February 2012Redleap Reservce, Redleap Avenue, Mill Park (Melway 9 K4)
This free children's concert features live performances by popular children's entertainers and performers. Other activities throughout the afternoon will include: free face painting, art activities, jumping castles and an...
27 February 2012
Healthy Families with Helpful Children
27 February 2012Civic Centre, Function Room 3, 699 Doncaster Road, Doncaster
Join Doncare Community Services for this information session on parenting to promote good relationships with, and greater cooperation from, children. The seminar considers the reasons children behave the way they do and how to...
28 February 2012
Yoga for Parent and Child
28 February 2012Doncaster Primary School, School Gym, Hummell Way, Doncaster
Parents and children are invited to experience a yoga session run by a qualified yoga teacher. Please take a yoga mat or towel. The cost is $2 per participant and bookings are essential.
29 February 2012
Parenting after Separation
29 February 2012FamilyWorks, Unit 1/1-13 The Gateway, Broadmeadows
Parents and carers in separated families can gain support for themselves and their children, by attending this mixed gender six week program. The cost is $80 per person or $60 for concession. The group will meet each Wednesday...