The spring school holiday runs from September 27 until October 12. Good luck.
Pirate Pete’s recycling adventure
When I think about sustainable living and recycling, my mind does not usually fly to maritime piracy and one-eyed bandits. However, at Artarmon Library, Pirate Pete and his parrot sidekick will be hosting a show for kids aged 4–7 teaching them about how we can be more sustainable in our day to day lives.
When: September 29, 11am
Where: 139 Artarmon Road
Price: Free
Family Bushwalk — Berry Island
The Heritage-listed reserve is home to native wildlife like ringtail possums and superb fairy-wrens. Keep an eye out for Indigenous rock carvings along the walking trail.
Where: Bottom of Shirley Road, Wollstonecraft
Price: Free
Image: North Sydney Council
Self-guided family tour: Cockatoo Island
While the guided tours of Cockatoo Island will set you back $20 a head for kids, you can always take a self-guided tour. You’ll need a guide booklet from the Visitor Centre.
Where: Cockatoo Island Visitor Centre
Price: $5 for a booklet
Image: Sydney Tourism
Eco Holidays — Gardening with seeds and seedlings
Teach your children well at this school holiday gardening workshop, where they can learn to plant seeds, make biodegradable pots and homemade seed-raising mix. Recommended for ages five to 10. Bookings required.
When: September 30, 10:30am
Where: 2 Balls Head Drive
Price: Free
Le Marché
The weekend the school holidays kick off, this French marketplace will be running in the heart of Willoughby. Come enjoy the accordion and taste the cheese.
When: September 28, 9am – 1:30pm
Where: 85 Penshurst Street, Willoughby
Price: Free
TechAware – Create your own VR worlds
At this VR experience workshop you can roadtest the hardware for free. Booking required, recommended for ages 13 and up.
When: October 2, 10am
Where: Chatswood Library
Price: Free
School holiday baking class
A good way to learn some practical life skills, this class will teach your kids the basics of baking and how to make some easy homemade treats. Ages 12–18.
When: September 30, 11am
Where: St Ives Community Centre
Price: $10
Image: Ku-ring-gai Council
Ping pong comp
Reckon you’re pretty decent on the paddles? Early in October, Gordon Library Youth Hub will host a friendly ping pong competition. For ages 12 – 18.
When: October 2, 2:30pm
Where: Gordon Library
Cost: $5 entry
Image Credit: North Sydney Council