11 free things to do in Yass Valley this school holiday

Yass Valley Council is hosting a range of free activities to keep young people occupied these school holidays (4-15 July).

From workshops to movies, and taking a journey through Indigenous art and culture in a breathtaking new digital experience, there are a host of facilities and activities to keep the whole family occupied.

Here are just a few ideas to keep the young ones entertained this school holiday.

The Science of Bubbles

Don’t miss all the bubbletastic fun on offer this school holiday! The popular Poppy Bubble will deliver a super science show and invite everyone to make giant bubble wands at the end.

Date: Monday, 4 July Time: 2:30-3:30 pm Location: Yass Soldiers’ Memorial Hall Ages: All years Booking: Contact the library on 6226 1305 or via [email protected]

Movie - Abominable (PG)

Watch three friends embark on a quest to reunite a lost Yeti with his family. A beautifully animated movie that everyone will love.

Date: Tuesday, 5 July Time: 2-3:30 pm Location: Yass Valley Library Ages: 5+ years (15 spaces available) Booking: Contact the library on 6226 1305 or via [email protected]

Craft Workshop

Learn and celebrate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture in this fun craft workshop with Therese and Astrid at Yass Valley Library.

Date: Tuesday, 5 July Time: 10:30-11:30 am Location: Yass Valley Library Ages: Fully booked Booking: Contact the library on 6226 1305 or via [email protected]

Printmaking Workshop

Find a new purpose for potatoes from your kitchen in this NAIDOC-themed printmaking workshop. See how Ellen and Jess from Bandicute create handprinted garments and works using veggies on paper and even fabric.

Date: Wednesday, 6 July Time: 10:30-11:30 am Location: Yass Valley Library Ages: 6+ years (10 spaces available) Booking: Contact the library on 6226 1305 or via [email protected]

PCYC – School Holiday Break

Enjoy some fun activities outdoors including ball sports, team games, tug-o-war and a free lunch! Enjoy a great day supported by our local Police.

Date: Wednesday, 6 July Time: 10 am-2 pm Location: Riverbank Park, Yass Ages: 5-18 years Booking: None required

Visit the National Museum of Australia

Take a journey through Indigenous art and culture in ‘Connection’ - a breathtaking new digital experience in its world premiere at the National Museum of Australia in Canberra. Connection comes from the creators and producers of the most visited multi-sensory exhibition in the world, Van Gogh Alive.

Date: Thursday, 7 July Time: 9:15 am-2:30 pm Location: National Museum of Australia Ages: 12+ years

Booking: Contact the library on 6226 1305 or via [email protected]

Mosaic Workshop

Young people and their parents are invited to join mosaic artist Cayla Pothan in this hands-on and creative workshop. Together, you will design and build an indoor mosaic using the direct method. You’ll learn how to safely handle glass and build a mosaic to take home together. Jaffle and a drink are included.                           

Date: Thursday, 7 July Time: 10 am-2 pm Location: Tootsie Gallery Café Ages: 6-12 years with a parent (14 spaces (7 pairs of young person and adult) available) Booking: Online via www.trybooking.com/CANAI

Strange Objects Writing Workshop

Using unusual objects as an entry point, award-winning writer Kaaron Warren will lead participants on an exploration of storytelling as we try to solve the mystery of the items and who used them.

Date: Monday, 11 July Time: 2-3 pm Location: Yass Valley Library Ages: 12+ years (12 spaces available)

Booking: Contact the library on 6226 1305 or via [email protected]

Craft Workshop

Celebrate winter in this fun craft workshop with Therese and Astrid at Yass Valley Library.

Date: Tuesday, 12 July Time: 10:30-11:30 am Location: Yass Valley Library Ages: Fully booked

Word Picture Workshop

Join award-winning writer and performer of original poetry, Robyn Sykes, in this exciting word picture workshop. Robyn is a dynamic performer who entertains audiences around Australia.

Date: Wednesday, 13 July Time: 10:30 am-11:30 am Location: Yass Valley Library Ages: 8+ years (15 spaces available)

Booking: Contact the library on 6226 1305 or via [email protected]

Movie – Jungle Cruise (M)

Join fan favourites Dwayne Johnson and Emily Blunt for the adventure of a lifetime on Disney's Jungle Cruise, a rollicking thrill ride down the Amazon with wisecracking skipper Frank Wolff and intrepid researcher Dr. Lily Houghton.

Date: Thursday, 14 July Time: 10:30 am-12:30 pm Location: Yass Valley Library Ages: 12+ years (15 spaces available)

Booking: Contact the library on 6226 1305 or via [email protected]

SELF Workshop

Would you like to build more SELF-confidence? Do you want to increase your SELF-esteem? Would you like to learn some awesome SELF-defence moves? Achieve all this and make some new friends in this powerful workshop for teens.

Date: Thursday, 14 July Time: 10 am-1 pm Location: Tootsie Gallery Café Ages: 13-18 years (10 spaces available) Booking: Online via www.trybooking.com/CAMZE

Photo Necklace Workshop

Make a necklace and personalise it with your favourite photo!

Date: Friday, 15 July Time: 1:30 pm-3 pm

Location: Yass Valley Library Ages: 11+ years (15 spaces available)

Booking: Contact the library on 6226 1305 or via [email protected]

All activities are free. Spaces will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.

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