Children's Week 2008
20th October to 28th October 2008
*Central Australian Events*
WHAT: Universal Children's Day - Fun Day
WHEN: 26 October from 9.30am - 12 noon
WHERE: John Flynn Uniting Church, Todd Mall
INFORMATION: Hundreds of activities, events, competitions, give-aways and fun for all is planned for this major event in the Todd Mall. Fun for all the family. This is one event not to be missed. Last year over 1,000 people participated and it looks like this year will be even bigger as Centralian families from across the district come together to celebrate the 10th anniversary of Universal Children's Day in Alice Springs.
CONTACT: Sharolyn Talbot (08) 8953 4059.
WHAT: Kittle Kids Celebration in the Children's Ward
WHEN: 12 noon - 1pm
WHERE: Children's Ward, Alice Springs Hospital
INFORMATION: Kittle Kids is a very special time for the kids in the Children's Ward of Alice Springs Hospital. Clown doctors come to entertain the children, there are hosts of things to see and do with face painting, balloon animals, loads of craft and fun for all. Yamba the Honey Ant from Imparja TV is always welcome and puts a smile on every child's face.
CONTACT: Sharolyn Talbot (08) 8953 4059
WHAT: Yulara Children's Movie Event and Art Works Display
WHEN: Saturday 27 and Sunday 28 October
WHERE: Ayers Rock Resort Auditorium
INFORMATION: A children's movie afternoon will be held with plenty of popcorn and an opportunity to display children's artwork and photos of children participating in various events held in the community throughout the year.
CONTACT: Mel Stewart (Yulara Advisory Committee) on (08) 8957 7403
WHAT: Story Telling and Activities
WHEN: Tuesday 23 and 10:15am and Thursday 25 October at 11:00am
WHERE: Alice Springs Library
INFORMATION: Come along to the Alice Springs Library and be transported into different worlds of fun, excitement, adventure and much more.
CONTACT: John on (08) 8950 0555
WHAT: Children's Week Athletics Pentathlon
WHEN: Saturday 27 October from 1:00pm - 4:00pm
WHERE: Head Street Oval, Alice Springs
INFORMATION: An open invitation for children of Alice Springs and Amoonguna to participate in the Pentathlon with the assistance of experienced athletes. The event encourages positive role models and how parents can best support kids to get involved and do well using positive messages and behaviours.
