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#1 What's On - CBD

  • Baby Bounce (Mondays + Wednesdays during school term) Interactive reading sessions with books, rhymes and stories for babies and toddlers to discover the joy of literature. Melbourne CBD
  • Groovy Tunes (Various dates from Thursday 4 Sep - Sunday 21 Sep) West African music and movement workshop with master drummer Kofi Kunkpe, featuring percussion and songs to take home. Melbourne CBD
  • Under 5s: Look Outside (Wednesday 3 Sep) Online art exploration session discovering nature-themed artworks from the NGV Collection, plus storytelling and creative activities. Melbourne CBD/Online

#2 What's On - NORTH

  • Rock-a-bye Baby ft. Wrong Way Up (Thursday 4 Sep) Kid-friendly live music performance by Afro-disco-psychedelic-boogie duo that's designed for both parents and children. Preston
  • Dino Days (Wednesdays) Dinosaur-themed fun for little ones featuring dino discos, dress-ups, story times and sensory soft play. Carlton
  • Under 5s Art Classes (Fridays during school term) Creative sessions exploring art materials and processes in a playful environment, with take-home artworks each week. Bundoora

#3 What's On - SOUTH

  • Italian Storytime (First Tuesday of every month, excl. November which is on the 11th) Monthly Italian language sessions featuring songs, stories and craft activities, welcoming everyone regardless of language background. Coburg
  • Grandparents Playgroup (Mondays + Fridays during school term) Free nature-inspired playgroup connecting grandparents and grandchildren through bush walks, bird watching and scavenger hunts. Portsea
  • Reading Rockets (Mondays) School readiness program for 4-5 year olds focusing on reading, writing and numeracy through hands-on activities and games. Mordialloc

#4 What's On - EAST

  • Multicultural Social Group (Thursdays during school term) Relaxed playgroup for international parents and local families to connect while children play in a welcoming space. Kilsyth
  • Live at the Library (Friday 5 Sep) Family-friendly acoustic music experience celebrating local talent in the cozy setting of Belgrave Library. Belgrave
  • Tiny Tots (Mondays during school term) Socialisation sessions for 12 months to 3 years, developing early literacy and communication skills through play. Kew

#5 What's On - WEST

  • Iramoo Community Centre Playgroup (Mondays + Tuesdays during school term) Facilitated playgroup sessions helping children develop social skills while parents connect in a supportive environment. Wyndham Vale
  • BOPS Music (Tuesdays during school term) Music curriculum for 1-5 year olds learning rhythm, tempo and melody through puppet shows, instruments and ensemble songs. Point Cook
  • Special Rhyme Time with Kathryn Mulqueeney (Tuesday 2 Sep) Wyndham Learning Festival celebration featuring picture book author with songs, rhymes and stories for early development. Werribee

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