Hi there Reader

Valentine’s Day doesn’t have to be about roses and restaurants — it’s one of the loveliest opportunities to show our kids what love looks like in everyday life.

This weekend, try a simple “Appreciation Dinner.” Set the table nicely, light a candle, and go around sharing one thing you love about each other.

It sounds simple — but naming it out loud makes it stick. You might be surprised how much your kids have to say!

Happy Valentine’s Day to your beautiful families. ❤️

Joyce xx

P.S. Tot Perks Autumn/Winter is almost here.

We’re opening 6 months of member-only pop-up experiences, giveaways and insider perks — and waitlist members will get access to a special $49 price before it goes public.

If you love being first (and saving $10), join the waitlist before doors open publicly.

👉 Join the waitlist here​

Here’s the best of what's happening across Melbourne this weekend 👇

🗓️ Melbourne CBD ➝ See More

​Dewberry Roller-Rama (Friday 13 – Sunday 15 Feb) Roll back to the 90s at this free pop-up roller rink — pure 90s vibes, skating fun, and The Body Shop's cult Dewberry fragrance.📍 Southbank

​Family Weekend: Minecraft (Saturday 14 – Sunday 15 Feb) Design characters, craft shields, and tackle Minecraft challenges at this free family weekend packed with creative adventures for young builders.📍 CBD

🗓️ Melbourne NORTH ➝ See More ​

​Twilight Sounds 2026 (Saturday 14 Feb) Free, sensory-friendly live music on the oval with popular Australian artists, roving performers, creative kids' play, and food trucks on site.📍 Heidelberg

​Lunar New Year at Big Bowl Kitchen (Saturday 14 Feb) Celebrate the Year of the Horse with live Chinese music, a DIY lacquer fan workshop, free Honey Chicken tastings, and festive balloons and stickers.📍 Altona North

🗓️ Melbourne SOUTH ➝ See More ​

​Celebrating Lunar New Year (Saturday 14 Feb) Lion and Dragon Dances, Sichuan face-changing, Beijing Opera, kids' craft, calligraphy, and a community prayer tree at St Andrew's Brighton — all welcome.📍 Brighton

​St Kilda Festival 2025 (Saturday 14 – Sunday 15 Feb) Two massive days on the foreshore: First Peoples programming on Day 1, then a huge multi-stage event on Day 2.📍 St Kilda

🗓️ Melbourne EAST ➝ See More ​

​Lunar New Year in Boroondara (Sunday 15 Feb) Bring a picnic rug to Summer in the Park for free traditional dance, music, community performances, and a spectacular double Lion Dance finale.📍 Balwyn

​Summer Sundays (Sunday 15 Feb) Free water fun for the whole family with pool inflatables for ages 5–16, a DJ, games, relays, and food trucks — no bookings required.📍 Croydon

🗓️ Melbourne WEST ➝ See More ​

​Movies in the Park: Mamma Mia! (Saturday 14 Feb) Grab a picnic rug and settle in for a Valentine's evening outdoor screening of Mamma Mia! with ABBA classics under the twilight sky at Kelly Park.📍 Werribee

​Mediterranean Fiesta 2026 (Sunday 15 Feb) A free community celebration at Centreway with live music, dancing, and kids' activities honouring the Mediterranean spirit — no tickets needed.📍 Keilor East

BROWSE ALL EVENTS

Tot Perks is back — and this time it’s built for Autumn and Winter.

Instead of one big party, we’re rolling out multiple member-only pop-up experiences across the season — think special events, VIP extras and surprise perks you won’t see on the main list.

Here’s what members get:

✨ 6 months of member-only pop-up experiences
✨ Exclusive family giveaways
✨ Everyday savings that can cover your membership in a single outing

If you love being first, in-the-know, and just a little bit spoiled — Tot Perks is for you.

It’s $59 for 6 months — less than the cost of one family outing, for half a year of insider access.

We’re capping numbers while we trial the new format.

Waitlist families secure first access — and unlock the $49 waitlist price before it increases to $59 for everyone else.

JOIN THE WAITLIST