Friday, 10 January 2025

A slow start to the new year, but….

by BD Banks

Happy New Year!

Me again, Reader.

This new year is kicking my butt a little. It feels like there’s a lot of pressure to be “off to the races”.

Insta gurus keep asking me what my resolution is and serving me inspirational quotes that are anything but.

In fact, they’re making me feel a little bad about myself.

If you’re feeling like I am, that’s okay. Let’s give each other permission to not be on the ball 9 days into the new year, shall we?

Ahhh…that’s better, right?

Anyway, this is supposed to be about discovering the best things to do in Melbourne + Victoria with kids. So let me share some of my favourite resources with you:

It really goes without saying that these ARE NOT NEW but are some things I created last year that made me think, “Hey, Reader might not know about these yet.”

May you use this information to feel more productive about planning your family fun (even if your social media feeds are telling you to do something else).

Sending love,

Joyce xx

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What’s On

  • The Gruffalo (Sat Jan 11 – Sun Jan 12) Step into the deep, dark woods with this magical stage adaptation of the beloved children’s story.
  • Building Blocks: A Family Affair with Music In Exile (Sat Jan 11) Celebrate culture and connection through music and storytelling in this vibrant family-friendly event.
  • Antopia (Daily) Explore the fascinating world of ants with interactive exhibits and live displays perfect for curious young minds.
  • Museum of Play and Art (Daily) Dive into creativity and imagination at the newly opened MoPA Thomastown, a haven for hands-on fun for all ages.
  • Collection Store Tours (Sundays) Discover Australia’s rich performing arts history on this BTS tour of unique collections.
  • Summer at Grazeland (Fridays – Sundays) Have a night to remember at this buzzing summer hotspot featuring live music, delicious eats, and market stalls.
  • Integration: Immersive Exhibition (Tuesdays – Sundays until Feb 16) Enter an innovative world of immersive art with Kerri Hollingsworth’s captivating exhibition.
  • Gumbuya World (Daily) Make a splash at the upgraded Gumbuya World, now officially reopened with exciting new attractions.
  • Thursday Family Nights (Thurs Jan 16 & Jan 23) Enjoy an evening under the stars at Scienceworks with hands-on activities and family-friendly Planetarium shows.
  • SENSAS (Various dates until Thurs Feb 6) Engage your senses in this one-of-a-kind interactive journey brimming with delightful sensory surprises.

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