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Reynella East College presents Alice In Wonderland | 5 Aug 2016

[ August 5, 2016; 1:00 pm to 7:00 pm. ]
Alice In Wonderland is the Reynella East College whole school production 2016.

The performance features music, drama, dance and film and is based on the Lewis Carroll stories.

Alice journeys to Wonderland where she meets many quirky characters and discovers that she is courageous and strong despite the difficulites she meets along the way. She survives a […]

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Walk A Mile In My Boots | 29 Jul & 5 Aug 2016

[ July 29, 2016; 7:30 am; August 5, 2016; 7:30 am; ]
There Are Nearly 6,000 People Experiencing Homelessness in South Australia.
The Hutt Street Centre thinks that’s too many people facing poverty and disadvantage. Walk a mile in my boots is held annually during National Homelessness Prevention Week (August). Each year the Hutt Street Centre calls on South Australians to show their support for people facing homelessness by joining in and experiencing […]

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What is Science? | Young Explorers | 8 – 19 Aug 2016

[ August 8, 2016 1:00 pm to August 19, 2016 1:00 pm. ]
You’re never too young to get to know the Museum! During National Science Week, the South Australian Museum is inviting children to come and explore what science is and why it’s so important. Discover why we have museums and how museums choose what goes in the galleries!
The Young explorers program is designed especially for children aged […]

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RSPCA Cupcake Day | 15 Aug 2016

[ August 15, 2016; ]
RSPCA Cupcake Day: Fight animal cruelty with the power of cupcakes!
Cupcake Day for the RSPCA is all about baking, eating and, most importantly, fundraising for animals in need. When you put on your apron and whip out that mixing bowl, you are helping to ensure animals across Australia are treated with dignity and love. Who […]

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Finders Keepers Market

Finders Keepers Markets | Adelaide Showground |12 – 14 Aug 2016

[ August 12, 2016 to August 14, 2016. ]
Finders Keepers is a design market that features the work of independent makers from across Australia
The Finders Keepers markets are extremely excited to announce that they are bringing the huge Finders Keepers market fun south for the winter! That’s right, the country’s biggest and best art and design market will be headed to Adelaide for the […]

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Hahndorf Winter Lantern Festival | 13 Aug 2016

[ August 13, 2016; 3:00 pm to 8:00 pm. ]  
Come and be part of the Hahndorf Winter Lantern Festival!
Fancy an authentic winter festival that’s equal parts pretty and mindblowing?

In the Hills’ answer to Adelaide’s pop-up Alpine Winter Village, the Hahndorf Winter Lantern Festival is bringing magic to Hahndorf this month.

On Saturday 13 August 2016 the picturesque village of Hahndorf will transform into a paper lantern wonderland […]

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Carclew After School Animation Course

Carclew After School Animation Course | Bookings Open Now | Term 3: Aug to Sep 2016

[ August 1, 2016; 3:30 pm; August 8, 2016; 3:30 pm; August 15, 2016; 3:30 pm; August 22, 2016; 3:30 pm; August 29, 2016; 3:30 pm; September 5, 2016; 3:30 pm; September 12, 2016; 3:30 pm; September 19, 2016; 3:30 pm; ]
Carclew After School Animation Course | August – September 2016
Did you miss out on Carclew’s sold-out School Holiday Animation Workshops?

The good news is that in Term 3 2016 you can enrol in the new Carclew After School Animation Course. This 8 week course is run in association with GooRoo Animation.
What will you learn at the Carclew After […]

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Professor Flint’s a Brief History of Life, the Universe and Everything | Aug 2016

[ August 13, 2016 to August 21, 2016. ]
Don’t just sit there! Get your tickets now for “Professor Flint’s A Brief History of Life, the Universe, and Everything”. An awesomely prehistoric musical adventure for the whole family!
Every great story has a hero. In ‘Professor Flint’s a Brief History of Life, the Universe and Everything’, life itself, and its incredible ability to adapt and […]

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The Illusions of Magic

The Illusions of Magic | Victor Harbor | 20 Aug 2016

[ August 20, 2016; 7:00 pm; ]
The Illusions of Magic, South Australia’s biggest magic show
South Australia’s biggest magic show is coming to Victor Harbor. An opportunity to witness an amazing show on the Big Stage featuring a mix of magic and grand illusion with lots of audience participation. This will be an amazing event for the entire family.

The Illusions of Magic includes:

[…]

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Netball Quad Series | 31 Aug 2016

[ August 31, 2016; ]
Don’t miss your chance to see the Australian Diamonds play in Adelaide and Melbourne as part of the Netball Quad Series featuring the world’s top four netball nations.
Returning to Adelaide for the first time since 2013, the Diamonds – one of Australia’s most successful international teams – take on the England Roses on Wednesday, 31 […]

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Andy & Terry 78-Storey Treehouse Event | 17 Aug 2016

[ August 17, 2016; 6:00 pm; ]
Don’t miss this opportunity to spend the evening with Andy Griffiths & Terry Denton!
Andy & Terry will be speaking about their latest book, the 78-Storey Treehouse and all sorts of other things too. Ticket price includes a signed copy of the book. There will be an opportunity to have your photo taken with Andy & […]

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Disney Fairytale Film Festival | 30 Jul – 28 Aug 2016

[ July 30, 2016 to July 31, 2016. August 6, 2016 to August 7, 2016. August 13, 2016 to August 14, 2016. August 20, 2016 to August 21, 2016. August 27, 2016 to August 28, 2016. ]
Disney Fairytale Film Festival
Experience the magic of Disney’s live action classics with the Disney Fairytale Film Festival, exclusive to Event Cinemas Marion, GU Arndale and GU Film House Glenelg. The Disney Fairytale Festival will run each weekend from Saturday 30 July to Sunday 28 August, with a lineup of films the whole family will enjoy.

Moviegoers […]

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Game Obsession Expo

Game Obsession Expo | 7 Aug 2016

[ August 7, 2016; 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. ]
Organisation is well under way for the Mannum Agricultural Society’s (Mannum Show’s) new annual event the Game Obsession Expo
The Game Obsession Expo will be held on Sunday 7 August 2016 from 9am – 5pm.
This will be a fun event for all the family, focusing on all things game, obsession, hobby & interest related.

What can you see […]

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Science Alive! | 6 & 7 Aug 2016

[ August 6, 2016; 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. August 7, 2016; 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. ]
2016 is going to be the largest Science Alive! yet
With over 70 exhibitors already confirmed, 2016 is going to be the largest Science Alive! yet. Science Alive! is an expo designed for children to immerse themselves in the fun and excitement of learning “why things work and do what they do”. So consider the weekend of […]

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Emily Loves to Bounce

Emily Loves to Bounce | Patch Theatre | 6, 13 & 20 Aug 2016

[ August 6, 2016; 1:00 pm; August 13, 2016; 1:00 pm; August 20, 2016; 1:00 pm; ]
Patch Theatre presents Emily Loves to Bounce
Inspired by three of the most loved books by Stephen Michael King, Emily Loves to Bounce creates a whimsical world full of balls and boxes, where amazing ideas are expressed in extraordinary ways. Follow carefree Henry and practical Amy as they turn the world upside down and right way […]

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The Little Heroes Foundation Family Fun Run | 14 Aug 2016

[ August 14, 2016; 11:00 am; ]  

Be part of the exciting Adelaide Oval atmosphere at The Little Heroes Foundation Family Fun Run
The Little Heroes Foundation is the official Charity Partner of the South Australian Road Runners Club’s 2016 Athlete’s Foot Adelaide Marathon Festival.

As part of this, the foundation has taken ownership of the Family Fun Run which aims to get everyone involved, […]

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Peter Combe and the ASO: Mr Clicketty Cane and Other Tall Tales | 20 Aug 2016

[ August 20, 2016; 10:00 am; 12:00 pm; ]

One of Australia’s best known and most loved children’s songwriters, Peter Combe joins the Adelaide Symphony Orchestra to play some of his best known songs … and some newer ones as well.

Hear the tale of Mr Clicketty Cane who plays his silly game and asks everyone to wash their face in orange juice; Jack and […]

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Zirka Circus | Castle Plaza & West Lakes| 28 Jul – 28 Aug 2016

[ July 28, 2016 7:00 pm to August 28, 2016 7:00 pm. ]
Zirka Circus is back – in Edwardstown and West Lakes!
Zirka Circus, the first contemporary circus to be owned and operated in Australia by a woman is visiting Australia as part of its World Tour! Jeni Hou’s family has been entertaining crowds for 3 generations.

Zirka brings a fresh and exciting new look to circus in Australia. […]

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sensory screenings

Sensory Screenings | For Families & Children with Autism | Event Cinemas Marion

[ June 19, 2016; 11:00 am; July 24, 2016; 11:00 am; August 21, 2016; 11:00 am; ]
Specially presented movies for families and children on the spectrum
Event Cinemas Marion Sensory Screenings are specially presented films, with adjusted theatre conditions that better accommodate families & children on the Autism Spectrum or special needs.

Altered conditions include:

decreased volume
dimmed lighting
no allocated seating; and
the freedom to move.

All tickets to these sessions are $8.00 each.
Sensory Screenings film programme
June 19 […]

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family flix

Family Flix Movies at Mainline Drive-In | May-Aug 2016

[ May 28, 2016; 5:00 pm; June 4, 2016; 5:00 pm; June 11, 2016; 5:00 pm; June 18, 2016; 5:00 pm; June 25, 2016; 5:00 pm; July 2, 2016; 5:00 pm; July 9, 2016; 5:00 pm; July 16, 2016; 5:00 pm; July 23, 2016; 5:00 pm; July 30, 2016; 5:00 pm; August 6, 2016; 5:15 pm; August 13, 2016; 5:15 pm; ]
Experience drive-in movie excitement with your family
Wallis Mainline Drive-In are once again holding special Saturday movie nights dedicated for families.

They open an hour before the movie starts so you can get there early and enjoy a relaxed dinner before sitting back to watch the large outdoor screen.
What to bring to the Family Flix drive-in movies
Pack the […]

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Toolbox Parenting Middle Years Information Session | 18 Aug 2016

[ August 18, 2016; 9:30 am to 10:30 am. ]
Toolbox Parenting Group Middle Years (6-12) information session
Want to have heaps of fun with your kids and create a terrific family team armed with practical solutions for the tricky bits?

Toolbox Parenting information session
This is a free information session on 18 August 2016 at Magill Primary School.
It includes

an overview of the Middle Years (6-12) Toolbox Parenting […]

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Heartland | Something on Saturday 2016 | 27 Aug 2016

[ August 27, 2016; 1:00 pm; 3:00 pm; ]

Be inspired by the music of the Young Adelaide Voices Choir at the Adelaide Festival Centre.

Join the choristers of Young Adelaide Voices on the back of their June/July 2016 European tour with Heartland, a vocal journey through the heart of Australian music.  Collaborative, interactive, evocative, transfixing and atmospheric, we will imagine the Australian bush in […]

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Cosy Classics Movie Matinees | Woodville Town Hall | 29 May – 6 Oct 2016

[ May 29, 2016; July 3, 2016; July 21, 2016; 10:30 am; August 7, 2016; 1:00 pm; October 6, 2016; 10:30 am; ]

Get cosy over winter with matinee screenings of your favourite classic movies

The City of Charles Sturt is now celebrating its fifth Movie Series the “Cosy Classics Collection” in its historical Woodville Town Hall.
Screening every few weeks, the series will offer a true spectrum of culture, music and nostalgia, with dress up competitions for both the […]

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Kids Just Wanna Have Fun | Something on Saturday 2016 | 20 Aug 2016

[ August 20, 2016; 11:00 am to 11:50 am. 1:00 pm to 1:50 pm. ]

Kids Just Wanna Have Fun – Back to the 80s by The Dress Up Box.
Presented by Adelaide Festival Centre.

Parents/care-givers: did you wear acid wash denim, ra-ra skirts or legwarmers back in the day? Remember songs like ‘Oh Mickey’, ‘Jessie’s Girl’ or ‘The Final Countdown’?
Then this show is for you (and your kids!). In this fun musical […]

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My Family is Weirder Than Your Family | Something on Saturday 2016 | 13 Aug 2016

[ August 13, 2016; 11:00 am; 1:00 pm; ]

My Family is Weirder Than Your Family by Josh Earl.
Presented by Adelaide Festival Centre

Do you ever feel like you’re the only normal one in your family? That everyone else that shares a last name or a roof with you is just a little bit crazy? Well rest assured that Josh Earl feels your pain! Award-winning comedian […]

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Olé Flamenco Fun for Kids | Something on Saturday 2016 | 6 Aug 2016

[ August 6, 2016; 1:00 pm; ]

Olé Flamenco Fun for Kids by Studio Flamenco.
Presented by Adelaide Festival Centre.

Stamp your feet and clap your hands with Farida the Flamenco Fairy and friends!
Join Zoe Velez (flamenco singer and dancer extraordinaire and former Spanish Wiggle) and Studio Flamenco (as seen at WOMADelaide and the Adelaide International Guitar Festival) as they take you on an interactive […]

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Play School Live in Concert | Humpty’s Showtime | 12 – 21 Aug 2016

[ August 12, 2016 to August 21, 2016. ]
Play School Live in Concert “Humpty’s Showtime” 
Humpty is putting on a show! Join the presenters and Humpty as they gather together the Play School Toys to help with the big spectacular. There are starring roles for Jemima, Big Ted, Little Ted and guest appearances from other Play School favourites along the way. Filled with fun songs […]

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Red Umbrella Markets | Feb, May, Aug & Nov 2016

[ February 21, 2016; 10:00 am; May 29, 2016; 10:00 am; August 14, 2016; 10:00 am; November 20, 2016; 10:00 am; ]
Red Umbrella Market : shop local, buy handmade
Red Umbrella Market gives local South Australian makers and creators the chance to showcase their handmade items to the community.
What’s at the Red Umbrella Market?

homewares
jewellery and accessories
fashion, giftware
kids’ goodies
yummy food and drinks.

Where are the Red Umbrella Markets held?
The markets are held at the […]

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The Sound of Music the Musical | 9 – 21 Aug 2016

[ August 9, 2016 to August 21, 2016. ]

Following its record-breaking run at the London Palladium, the world’s best-loved musical, The Sound of Music the Musical is coming to Adelaide!
This lavish and critically acclaimed production tells the uplifting true story of the von Trapp family’s flight across the mountains and works its magic, for young and old alike.
Returning to the stage in the role of Captain von Trapp is the multi-talented […]

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START at the Art Gallery | Program Summary

[ March 6, 2016; 11:00 am; April 3, 2016; 11:00 am; 11:00 am; May 1, 2016; 11:00 am; June 5, 2016; 11:00 am; July 3, 2016; 11:00 am; August 7, 2016; 11:00 am; September 4, 2016; 11:00 am; October 2, 2016; 11:00 am; November 6, 2016; 11:00 am; December 4, 2016; 11:00 am; ]
START at the Art Gallery
The Art Gallery of South Australia offers an exciting introduction to visual art for children and families through START at the Gallery.
Held on the first Sunday of every month, the free START program includes art activities, tours, trails, live music and entertainment.
Suitable for ages 5-10 years (with parent/carer supervision required).
Cost is […]

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