Hi there Reader

Did you know one of my first jobs was working at a local water park (Amazons in Brisbane, if you’re a child of the 80s/90s)? I loved it—seeing families laugh together and share simple moments of joy.

A lot has changed since then, but one thing hasn’t—I’m still passionate about helping families create unforgettable memories.

That’s why I started Tot Hot or Not - to share the best local events, activities, and ideas that make spending time with your kids fun, stress-free, and meaningful.

With Spring school holidays just a few weeks away, it’s the perfect reminder of why I love what I do:

🌸 I get to inspire busy families to make the most of their time together.

🌸 I enjoy seeing families share their adventures with our community.

🌸 I love creating resources that take the stress out of planning, like our Spring 2025 printable guide.

Thank you for being part of this. Whether you’ve been here for years or just joined, I’m grateful for you.

Joyce xx

P.S. School holidays are coming soon, so we'll be sharing extra holiday-focused newsletters from next week. If you'd rather skip the holiday content and stick with our regular updates, just opt out here.

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Featured Event 💫

Elmo's Circus Dream (Daily until Sunday 31 Aug) Beloved Sesame Street characters come alive in this spectacular circus fusion featuring acrobatics, music and magical bedtime adventures. Taylors Lakes

Wish Upon a Star: The Disney Songbook (Saturday 30 Aug) Journey through a century of beloved Disney songs with Danielle Matthews and her 3-piece band in this family-friendly show. Bayswater
Hot Chocolate Festival at Yarra Valley (Friday 29 Aug - Sunday 31 Aug) Sip through 31 days of creative hot chocolate creations with special tasting sessions where you can make your own. Yarra Glen
Taste of Indonesia (Saturday 30 Aug - Sunday 31 Aug) Celebrate Indonesia's 80th Independence Day with authentic street food, live performances and sambal challenges at Queen Victoria Market. Melbourne CBD
Ganesh Festival (Saturday 30 Aug - Sunday 31 Aug) Join the joyful community celebration of Lord Ganesh with traditional rituals, cultural performances and shared festivities. Southbank
Bluey Live Interactive Experience (Daily until Sunday 31 Aug) Play favourite Bluey games and catch the beloved Heeler pup live on stage, included with your Werribee Zoo entry. Werribee South
Book Week at MoPA Geelong (Daily until Sunday 31 Aug) Write and illustrate your own "Book About Me" celebrating what makes each child uniquely wonderful. Geelong
Ballet of Lights: Peter Pan in a Sparkling Show (Sunday 31 Aug) Watch six glowing performers bring Peter Pan to life through dance and modern technology in this family-friendly take on the classic tale. Melbourne CBD
Soup Fest (Sunday 31 Aug) Annual community festival featuring hearty seasonal soups made from local produce, plus live music, workshops and family activities. Brunswick
Preston Market's Italian Day Festival (Sunday 31 Aug) Free family festa with live music, Tarantella dancers, authentic Italian treats and kids' activities from 8am-3pm. Preston

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