School Holiday Program

Stay entertained these school holidays with a range of fun and affordable activities! From sports to arts, environment, history, and family fun, there's something for all ages.   

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Solar Printing Magic: Create Art with the Power of the Sun!

Create magical cyanotype art using sunlight and objects to create beautiful blue prints. Discover this fun photographic art form that dates back to the 19th century.

When: Thursday 16 January 12pm - 1:30pm
Where: Box Hill Community Arts Centre
Age: 9 years +
Cost: $44
Bookings: Required

Kindy Clay - Baby Shark

Children and carers work together to make a clay baby shark. 

When: Thursday 16 January 9:30am - 10:30am
Where: Box Hill Community Arts Centre
Age: 3-5 years
Cost: $35
Bookings: Required

Garden Fairies and Guardians Capes Workshop - Cloned

Preschools accompanied by an adult will decorate cardboard wings and capes using flowers, leaves and paper. Then wear them for a magical garden adventure!

When: Friday 17 January 10am -11am
Where: Strathdon House and Orchard Precinct
Age: 3-5 years
Cost: $15
Bookings: Required

Garden Fairies and Guardians Capes Workshop

Preschools accompanied by an adult will decorate cardboard wings and capes using flowers, leaves and paper. Then wear them for a magical garden adventure!

When: Friday 17 January 10am -11am
Where: Strathdon House and Orchard Precinct
Age: 3-5 years
Cost: $15
Bookings: Required

Digital Art Procreate - Stylized Self-Portrait

Explore the basics of digital illustration in Procreate by creating a self-portrait focus on blending modes and textures. 

When: Friday 17 January 1pm - 3pm
Where: Box Hill Community Arts Centre
Age: 9-12 years
Cost: $50
Bookings: Required

Devonshire Tea at SH&OP

Explore a delightful Devonshire tea experience. Enjoy freshly baked scones with jam and cream, accompanied by cup of tea or coffee in a picturesque setting.

When: Friday 17 January 12pm - 1pm
Where: Strathdon House and Orchard Precinct
Age: Family
Cost: $8
Bookings: Required

Digital Art Procreate - Night in the Woods

Discover how to sketch, draw and paint digitally. Explore the basics of digital illustration in Procreate by working together on a fun project.

When: Friday 17 January 10:30am - 12:30pm
Where: Box Hill Community Arts Centre
Age: 9-12 years
Cost: $50
Bookings: Required

Family Treasure Hunt

Calling all kid detectives! Discover local history and creatures that live at Strathdon House. Families, bring your own picnic and rug, so you can stay on afterwards to enjoy the beautiful grounds. 

When: Friday 17 January 11am - 12pm & families invited to stay on for a picnic. 
Where: Strathdon House and Orchard Precinct
Age: 5-12 years old, children must be accompanied by a responsible guardian
Cost: $18
Bookings: Required