School Holiday Program

Stay entertained these winter 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.

Visit our website to view the full program and make a booking.

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two small hands tangled in 2-3 pieces of yarn

Embroidery Introduction - Wall Hanging

Discover the art of sewing. Use a plastic needle and wool to create a charming wall hanging on hessian fabric with a running stitch.

For: 8-12 years
Date: Thursday 4 July
Time: 11.30am – 1pm
Where: Strathdon House & Orchard Precinct
Cost: $44
Bookings required

3 canvas tote bags with different designs screen printed onto them

Kids Screen-Printing – Tote Bags

Print your style on tote bags and tees! In this hands-on workshop explore design principles and screen-printing techniques. BYO white cotton t-shirt.

For: 10 years +
When: Thursday 4 July
Time: 12.30pm – 2.30pm
Where: Box Hill Community Arts Centre
Cost: $65
Bookings required

two hands threading blue yarn around a carboard ring to make pom poms

Animal Pom-Poms

Kids learn easy pompom technique and craft adorable animals from pompoms. Make your creations free-standing, hang on a keyring, or stick on magnets.

For: 8-12 years
Date: Thursday 4 July
Time: 1.30pm – 3pm
Where: Strathdon House & Orchard Precinct
Cost: $44
Bookings required

three children sitting at a kitchen bench watching an adult whisk up something in a bowl

Mini Master Cooks – Sweet Bread Rolls

Calling all mini cooks aged 6-8! Whip up sweet bread rolls to take home, fill them with yumminess, and unleash your culinary magic.

For: 6-8 years
Date: Friday 5 July
Time: 10.30am – 12pm
Where: Strathdon House & Orchard Precinct
Cost: $48 per session
Bookings required

three children sitting at a wooden picnic table cutting up vegetables

Kids Mini Master Cooks – Bao Buns

Calling all mini cooks aged 9-12! Master the art of crafting delicious bao buns, steam them to perfection, and savour the culinary adventure.

For: 9-12 years
Date: Friday 5 July
Time: 12.45am – 2.12pm
Where: Strathdon House & Orchard Precinct
Cost: $48 per session
Bookings required

young child carving a clay animal with a metal tool

Kindy Clay – Bird in a Nest

Preschoolers and adults collaborate to craft clay birds in nests, fostering creativity and bonding.

For: 3-5 years
Date: Saturday 6 July
Time: 10am – 11am
Where: Strathdon House & Orchard Precinct
Cost: $35
Bookings required

A hand carved clay frog resting on the edge of a blue clay bowl

Kids Clay Creations – Frog in a Pond

Sculpt your own frog in a pond. Learn clay sculpting techniques and paint your masterpiece. Firing and glazing included.

For: 6-12 years
Date: Saturday 6 July
Time: 11.30am – 1pm
Where: Strathdon House & Orchard Precinct
Cost: $44
Bookings required

clay teapot carved in half so you can see inside the teapot

Teapots: The inside story

Discover special cut-out teapots at Schwerkolt Museum! Peek inside them to see how they are made before it gets its shiny coating.

For: 4-12 years
When: 6, 7, 13, & 14, July
Time: 1pm – 4pm
Where: Schwerkolt Museum Complex
Cost: Free
No bookings required

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