Program Payments due April 6th (see back for details) First Aid Workshop with Frances Davidson A hands-on introductory workshop specifically designed for the Hub and aimed at all the family. A great opportunity to learn some basic practical first aid in a fun environment. Frances Davidson comes with a wealth of 'on the job' practical knowledge encompassing 25 years nursing experience including ICU and emergency. During this workshop Frances will first present information aimed at younger participants with lots of opportunities to play and practice. She will then cover topics aimed specifically at parents/carers and those kids wanting more information. Topics covered will include bandaging, stopping bleeding, getting help, spider bites, recovery position and more. A small first aid kit will also be included for each paying participant. Everyone is encouraged to bring along questions. WHEN: Tuesday 20th April - 10.30-12.30 WHERE: Mid Mountains Community Centre COST: $15 (HEA members)/$17 (non-HEA members) Physical Theatre Project with Naree Shields In this extended 8-week program participants will work collaboratively with Naree and each other to create and build a story of their choice. Naree specialises in physical theatre and clown. She has extensive experience in a variety of theatrical settings as a creator, director, performer and teacher. As we journey towards the final session, concurrent workshops will also be held at various points throughout the program including: action painting for backdrops, screen printing for cast and crew t-shirts and make-up and costume design. The program will close with a performance of the piece the kids have created and of course an obligatory cast and crew party! Participants are welcome to be involved in as much or as little as they want of this very exciting project. When booking into the course be sure to list your child's t-shirt size. WHEN: Tuesdays from 27th April until 15th June - 10.30-12.30 each week & 1.30-2.30 some weeks for concurrent workshops WHERE: Mid Mountains Community Centre COST: $90 (HEA members)/ $95 (non-HEA members) The Science of Slime Workshop Join David from Selwood Science and Puzzles as we have fun making and playing with different types of slime, including one that eventually bounces! You'll be able to take home what you make, so bring along a couple of containers. We'll be using some food colouring in this workshop, so please wear old clothes or bring some protective clothing with you. WHEN: Tuesday 22nd June - 10.30-12.30 WHERE: Mid Mountains Community Centre COST: $12 (HEA members)/$14 (non-HEA members) Fancy Dress Fantasy Fun Day Get dressed up and have fun storming the castle! Pick up a costume of your choice from the costume hire shop and come join friends for a morning of sliding, climbing, playing, tumbling and then some lunch. We have negotiated some great discounts on entry to Kids Kingdom in Katoomba and the bond for costume hire from JC Party Shop in Katoomba. On registration we will give further details on when and how to pick up costumes. WHEN: Tuesday 29th June WHERE: Kids Kingdom at the Katoomba Sport & Aquatic Centre - Catalina Ave Katoomba COST: $5 towards bond for costume hire - DUE 6th April $10 per costume hire - payable to JC Party Shop when picking up costume $5 entry into playland for 1-12 year olds - payable directly to Kids Kingdom on the day Adults go free at playcentre. Adults are of course more than welcome to organise their own costume hire if wanted ;) Formal sessions at The Hub run Tuesdays during term time between 10.30 & 12.30. There is the opportunity to socialise and hang out in the space which includes an outdoor area before and after the sessions. All home educating families - whether they participate in The Hub sessions or not - are invited to bring their lunch and spend some time together after the formal sessions.