march 2014 Articles

Dads Read Launch | Aldinga | 15 March 2014

[ March 15, 2014; 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. ]
Calling all dads, grandads and kids! Aldinga Library invite you to the launch of their Dads Read program. Dads Read encourages fathers to invest in their child’s future by choosing to read to them each day.
Visit Aldinga Library for the book launch ‘Little Chef Big Curse’ by local author Tilney Cotton, plus meet author Phil […]

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Community Safety Day | Elizabeth Downs | 1 March 2014

[ March 1, 2014; 11:00 am to 2:00 pm. ]
The Elizabeth neighbourhood policing team is hosting a Community Safety Day at the Elizabeth Downs Shopping Centre on Saturday, March 1st.  In conjunction with the Playford Council, the event will take place from 11am to 2pm and everyone is welcome.
The PACT (Police and Community Together) initiative will provide an opportunity for the community to […]

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Tell Me A Story 2014 | South Australian Museum

Tell Me a Story at the South Australian Museum is back in 2014 and they have doubled the number of sessions for this hugely popular free program.  Children and their families can enjoy an interactive experience that immerses them in the stories, objects and spaces of the Museum.
Experienced facilitators use play experiences to engage the […]

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Imagination Playground | Adelaide Writers’ Week Kids’ Days | 1 & 2 March 2014

[ March 1, 2014; 9:00 am; March 2, 2014; 9:00 am; ]
Imagination Playground is a breakthrough play space concept conceived and designed by architect David Rothwell.  Giant foam blocks, mats, wagons, fabric and crates overflow with creative potential for children to play, dream, build and explore endless possibilities.  Imagination Playground will be available for children to experience this weekend at the Adelaide Writers’ Week Kids’ Days […]

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Mum Central 2014 Lego Movie Fundraiser | 29 Mar 2014

[ March 29, 2014; 1:00 pm; ]
Grab the kids and join in for an afternoon of fun and laughter (superhero style) as Mum Central proudly present a PRE-RELEASE SCREENING of the 2014 Lego Movie!
That’s right, you’ll get to see the movie before it opens to the general public AND all profits raised will be donated directly to help fund research for […]

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Ended: WIN Tickets to see Le Petit Circus | Fringe 2014

Le Petit Circus is a family circus extravaganza! Returning with a 40 minute BRAND NEW SHOW! Amazing acrobatics, and stacks of silliness, perfect for children aged 3+, and the young at heart. This show returns for the fourth year with all new tricks and all new fun.
Le Petit Circus has been performing shows around Australia […]

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New Inflatable Fun Run Launch | Noarlunga | 10 March 2014

[ March 10, 2014; 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. ]
The Noarlunga Leisure Centre are inviting you to come and try their new Inflatable Fun Run on Adelaide Cup Day, Monday March 10th.  Just $5 entry will include unlimited turns on the Fun Run as well as the Tarzan Rope which will operate between 11.00am and 3.00pm. 
To find out more information visit the Noarlunga Leisure […]

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Mt Barker District Show | 22 March 2014

[ March 22, 2014; 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. ]
This year’s Mt Barker District Show is bound to be an exciting event for the whole family to enjoy. Featuring indoor and outdoor exhibits, market stalls, showcasing local arts, crafts and foods, farm animals, cooking and produce exhibitions, as well as the traditional fun of the carnival amusements, rides, clowns and bouncy castle and the rest, the […]

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Earth Hour | Lights Out for the Reef | 29 March 2014

[ March 29, 2014; 8:30 pm to 9:30 pm. ]
At 8:30pm on Saturday, 29 March 2014 we’re turning our lights off and shining a spotlight on climate change and the Great Barrier Reef.  In Sydney back in 2007, 2.2 million homes and businesses in Australia turned off their lights for one hour.  Only one year later the event had become a global sustainability movement […]

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Kids Comedy Gala | Adelaide Fringe 2014 Review

The Kids Comedy Gala is a good choice if you’re a little unsure of what to see at the Fringe.  It’s a selection of performers giving you a sample of their show so you get a good mix of different acts – from juggling and stand up to circus and magic tricks.  Our MC’s were […]

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Erth’s Dinosaur Zoo | Adelaide Fringe 2014 Review

It’s no surprise this week’s Adelaide Fringe Children’s Events Weekly Award Winner was Erth’s Dinosaur Zoo!  This live action show is absolutely fabulous and a must see for families, especially those with children aged five and over.  This is a Fringe show that educates and entertains both children and adults alike, with dinosaur facts galore […]

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Clean Up Australia Day | 2 March 2014

[ March 2, 2014; ]
Clean Up Australia Day is a simple way you can take action to clean up, fix up and conserve our prized Australian environment. In 2013 an estimated 550,300 volunteers removed 16,150 tonnes of rubbish at 7,341 sites right across the country – but they are hoping we can do better in 2014! So lend a hand […]

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Adelaide Noodle Nights + Markets | 21 February – 14 March 2014

[ February 21, 2014; 4:00 pm; February 28, 2014; 4:00 pm; March 7, 2014; 4:00 pm; March 14, 2014; 4:00 pm; ]
If you love Asian food get along to Adelaide Noodle Nights + Markets held at the newest hub of the Riverbank Precinct, The Blue Hive.  Running every Friday from February 21st through to March 14th, there will be free events with live music, kids activities and Asian Street Food. 
Each Friday evening from 4pm until […]

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Double Shot! Coffee Fiesta | Unley | 16 March 2014

[ March 16, 2014; 10:00 am; ]
Double Shot! Unley Coffee Fiesta is set to be the key event on the final day of the Adelaide Fringe 2014. This free community event will offer coffee tastings, gourmet food, local musicians, entertainment and a fun, family friendly atmosphere.
Grind. Blend. Taste. Feel the pulse at Unley’s Double Shot! Coffee Fiesta, celebrating their thriving coffee […]

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Ended: WIN Tickets to Monski Mouse’s Baby Disco Dance Hall | Fringe 2014 | Review

[ February 23, 2014; 11:00 am; March 2, 2014; 11:00 am; March 9, 2014; 11:00 am; March 10, 2014; 1:00 pm; March 16, 2014; 11:00 am; ]

THIS GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED.
Monski Mouse’s Baby Disco Dance Hall
DJ Monski Mouse brings her high-energy smash-hit parents’ and children’s dance event for under-fives back to the Spiegeltent. Heads and shoulders, knees and toes will be bopping to retro dance tracks, pop favourites and funky nursery rhymes.

Sold-out Adelaide Fringe, London Wonderground, Norfolk and Norwich Festival.

Following sell […]

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Goodwood Arthouse Marketplace at the Blue Hive | 21 Feb – 15 Mar 2014

Goodwood Arthouse Marketplace is a vibrant showcase of local designers and makers from the Adelaide and South Australian community.  Starting on the 21st of February until March 15th the Goodwood Arthouse Market place can be found at the Blue Hive on the Riverbank, right alongside the popular Adelaide Festival venue “Lola’s Pergola”.
Featuring wares from handpicked local artisans within an […]

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Spirit Festival 2014 | 15 & 16 March 2014

[ March 15, 2014 to March 16, 2014. ]
Tandanya National Aboriginal Cultural Institute is proud to host the annual Spirit Festival, South Australia’s premier Indigenous festival, bringing together dance, music, theatre, visual arts and more, at a free public event.  Held for the first time in 2014 at the redeveloped Tarntanyangga (Victoria Square), an important gathering place for the Kaurna people, the Spirit Festival […]

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The Amazing LEGO Race | State Library | 1 March 2014

[ March 1, 2014; ]
Are you the fastest LEGO® builder in town? If so, test your skills and book your spot now to compete in The Amazing LEGO® Race!  Entry is free and there will be several heats during the day with the final taking place at approximately 2.30pm.  Children aged 12 years and over can register to participate and there will […]

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Read To Me | Mem Fox & Andy Griffiths | 1 March 2014

[ March 1, 2014; ]
Two of Australia’s greatest advocates for children and reading are two of its most celebrated children’s writers.  This session, as part of the Adelaide Writers’ Week Kids’ Days, brings together the beloved author of Possum Magic, Mem Fox, and the maniacally fun Andy Griffiths for a conversation about writing for children, becoming advocates for literacy and […]

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The Curious Scrapbook of Josephine Bean | 5-9 March 2014

[ March 5, 2014 to March 9, 2014. ]

Wonderful things come in small packages in this witty and mysterious detective adventure starring the award-winning Reppe as professional scrapologist, Dr Patricia Baker.  Bit by bit, through careful examination of an old scrapbook’s quirky contents (seaweed, food stains, train ticket stubs, photos and a list of ‘dangerous things’ including porridge) we delve into a secret […]

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Mr Peabody & Sherman | The Dog Father of all Comedies!

The dazzlingly brilliant Mr. Peabody – who happens to be a dog – and his adopted boy Sherman embark on a comical time travel adventure through the defining moments of world history.  But even a transcendent genius like Peabody must grapple with the most daunting challenge of any era:  figuring out how to be a […]

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Dig It @ The Museum | 1 – 23 March 2014

[ March 1, 2014 to March 23, 2014. ]
Dig It @ The Museum is presented by the South Australian Museum in association with the 2014 Adelaide Festival.  Bring the kids along where they can dig to discover the amazing fossil history of South Australia. Learn more about life in the past and the stories in the rocks and bones. Uncover fossils in the dig pits […]

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Our Port Art Workshops | 9 to 16 year olds | Feb & Mar 2014

[ February 8, 2014; 2:00 pm; February 9, 2014; 2:00 pm; February 22, 2014; 2:00 pm; February 23, 2014; 2:00 pm; March 1, 2014; 2:00 pm; March 2, 2014; 2:00 pm; ]

Due to the popularity of the recent ‘aDOORable’ art workshops, Our Port will be running a series of new art workshops in February and early March — this time with canvas.

Local artist Mandi Glynn-Jones will run the workshops with children and teenagers. The works of art will be displayed in an exhibition at Forge Creative […]

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Cleland NightWalks | Feb, Mar & Apr 2014

[ February 28, 2014; 8:00 pm; March 28, 2014; 8:00 pm; April 11, 2014; 8:00 pm; April 24, 2014; 8:00 pm; ]
Cleland NightWalks
See what wakes up when the sun goes down at Cleland Wildlife Park and discover a world previously unseen by visitors!

After dark the park comes alive as potoroos, bettongs and bandicoots forage for food, bats wake up from their day-time slumber and wild possums come searching for fun. The park is also filled with […]

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The Garden of Unearthly Delights | Adelaide Fringe 2014

[ February 14, 2014 to March 16, 2014. ]
The Garden of Unearthly Delights is the most spectacular Adelaide Fringe venue that plays host to a myriad of entertainment for the whole family. Over the past twelve years, The Garden of Unearthly Delights has established itself as one of the most innovative and dynamic festival precincts in Australia, attracting more than 700,000 people of […]

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BankSA Free Concerts | Adelaide Fringe 2014

BankSA is proud to present in the Garden of Unearthly Delights the BankSA Free Concerts. Together, they present free concerts every Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday evenings. With free giveaways and excellent entertainment, come along and join in for some Garden fun.
This is a great way for audiences to sample the best comedy, music and […]

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Kids’ Days – Adelaide Writers’ Week | 1 & 2 March 2014

[ March 1, 2014; 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. March 2, 2014; 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. ]
Adelaide Writer’s Week, part of the Adelaide Festival, will run from March 1st until the 6th in 2014.  Kids’ Day last year was so popular that Writers’ Week decided to make the event last for two days in 2014, to be held over the weekend of March 1st and 2nd.
Bring the kids along  to join in […]

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Fun Fridays | Tea Tree Plaza | February – July 2014

Westfield Tea Tree Plaza Fun Fridays are free, fully interactive mornings with heaps of fun and crafty activities.  These mornings will be one month and are run by Splodge Children’s Entertainment.  They will focus on the development of fine motor skills, colour recognition and scissor work.  These activities are perfect for little ones getting ready to start school.
Monthly Themes […]

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Disney Princess Film Festival | February & March 2014

Event Cinema will host their next Disney Princess Film Festival starting from 15 February 2014 with all time favourite movies such as The Little Mermaid and Snow White.  Each movie will screen on a Saturday and Sunday morning.
Tickets are only $8* each and everyone will receive a Disney Princess guidebook to guide you through the festival. (*plus online […]

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Adelaide Fringe | 14 February – 16 March 2014

[ February 14, 2014 to March 16, 2014. ]
The month of March is always an exciting time in Adelaide with so much entertainment on offer, and once again the Adelaide Fringe will run for four weeks from mid February 2014.  This is such a special time of the year in Adelaide as the city comes alive.  There is something for absolutely everyone at the Fringe, from […]

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