If you've got little ones at home going crazy with cabin fever due to all this wet weather, or even thinking of ways to entertain primary school aged kids during the school holidays, I can highly recommend the ABC Reading Eggs program.
Aimed at 3-12 year olds, the program combines fun activities with educational tools to familiarise children with reading. Sign up for a free trial here.
Monday, 12 December 2011
Friday, 1 July 2011
Recommended websites
I've heard and read about some great websites recently with resources for Macarthur parents so I thought I'd list them here. I'll also add them to the Macarthur's Most blogroll permanently. Let me know if you'd like to see any others listed.
macarthurparents.com.au - provides articles and resources aimed at parents in the Macarthur area. Much of the information is focused on careers, training and employment so it's great for parents of adolescents and teens.
camdenmacarthurchildcare.com.au - a directory of child care services in Macarthur. It's doesn't provide comprehensive details of all centres but it's a good place to start if looking for child care and also provides links to professionals and other local services.
aroundyou.com.au - simply enter your postcode to find a list of upcoming events, courses, activities, shows and performances in the local area. You can sort by category (such as 'kids activities' or search by keyword and add events to your calendar with the click of a button. You can also get involved in charities and causes, and discover places to go.
macarthurparents.com.au - provides articles and resources aimed at parents in the Macarthur area. Much of the information is focused on careers, training and employment so it's great for parents of adolescents and teens.
camdenmacarthurchildcare.com.au - a directory of child care services in Macarthur. It's doesn't provide comprehensive details of all centres but it's a good place to start if looking for child care and also provides links to professionals and other local services.
aroundyou.com.au - simply enter your postcode to find a list of upcoming events, courses, activities, shows and performances in the local area. You can sort by category (such as 'kids activities' or search by keyword and add events to your calendar with the click of a button. You can also get involved in charities and causes, and discover places to go.
Wednesday, 29 June 2011
Running away with the circus
We went to see the Weber's Circus show at Camden Equestrian Park on Saturday afternoon. I haven't been to the circus since I was about 6 years old so I really didn't know what to expect but I was pleasantly surprised, although the performers made some of the stunts look way too easy. There really was something for everything and while keeping the 2yo still was sometimes a bit of a challenge, the older kids were focused on the ring the whole time. The staff were all friendly and helpful. We had A reserve seats and had a good view. The circus packed up and left yesterday but I highly recommend a visit next time they come to town.
On the way home, as the sun was setting over the pastures and wineries of Camden, hubby asked, "Where else can you live that's 15 minutes from fields and country?" Where else indeed. We love Macarthur.
On the way home, as the sun was setting over the pastures and wineries of Camden, hubby asked, "Where else can you live that's 15 minutes from fields and country?" Where else indeed. We love Macarthur.
Wednesday, 22 June 2011
More paediatric services needed
Campbelltown Hospital has a fantastic paediatric department and children's ward. But families with children requiring surgery or more serious illness often have to travel outside the area to Westmead Children's Hospital. A paediatric surgeon at Campbelltown Hospital would mean that some families wouldn't have to incur the heartache and cost of travelling substantial distances for treatment. Please sign the petition for an expanded paediatric team at Campbelltown Hospital because Macarthur kids deserve to be treated close to home: http://www.petitionbuzz.com/petitions/ctownpaediatric
Tuesday, 31 May 2011
My Macarthur Schools Challenge
The My Macarthur Schools Challenge is on again. If you shop at Macarthur Square, please consider supporting our local schools. All you have to do is present your receipt at the information desk on level one (near Dick Smith). $1 = 1 point for the school of your choosing. Click here to see what the participating schools would spend their prize money on.
Thursday, 28 April 2011
Narellan Playmaze
MM hope you had a wonderful Easter break. Unfortunately the weather wasn't very conducive to exploring outdoors over the long long weekend so much of our time was spent in the garden. We did pop out to Playmaze at Narellan earlier in the week and was pleased to discover they have expanded and fortified (security gate) on the toddler play area. They also ran a few Easter activities for the kids - basket and mask making. Check their website for more upcoming events and activities.
Saturday, 22 January 2011
Mega mini-golf / putt-putt
One of the newest attractions is Mega Mini Golf located in Rose Street, Campbelltown (off Blaxland Road on the other side to the pound). We went today for a 5 year old birthday party. It's a great place for kids aged 3 and up and they supply different club sizes to suit ages / height.
The golf 'course' of 18 holes is divided into three sections - jungle, Egypt, and Wild West. Some of the holes are easy, others challenging but all are fun. There's a 'cafe' area outside of the course with a small selection of drinks and foods which is stroller friendly for parents waiting for older kids to complete the course, although it's fun for adults too! You can take a stroller around the course but it's challenging negotiate and some lifting may be required over small steps. The course is not wheelchair accessible.
For parties, there's a party room upstairs and a staff member plays party games with the kids and serves chips, lollies and hot food (party pies, sausage rolls). Kids aren't taken around the course by staff but adults are allowed to go with them to supervise. The staff members we spoke today were all helpful and friendly.
During the school hols, Mega Mini Golf is open from 9am everyday. Normal opening times are 10am to 6pm Mon-Thurs and to 10pm on Fridays and Saturdays.
Admission prices are $8.90 for children 15 and under and $12.50 for adults. A family pass (2 adults, 2 children) is $36. Party packages start from $179 for 8 children.
Here's the website: http://www.megaminigolf.com.au/ and they're also on Facebook.
The golf 'course' of 18 holes is divided into three sections - jungle, Egypt, and Wild West. Some of the holes are easy, others challenging but all are fun. There's a 'cafe' area outside of the course with a small selection of drinks and foods which is stroller friendly for parents waiting for older kids to complete the course, although it's fun for adults too! You can take a stroller around the course but it's challenging negotiate and some lifting may be required over small steps. The course is not wheelchair accessible.
For parties, there's a party room upstairs and a staff member plays party games with the kids and serves chips, lollies and hot food (party pies, sausage rolls). Kids aren't taken around the course by staff but adults are allowed to go with them to supervise. The staff members we spoke today were all helpful and friendly.
During the school hols, Mega Mini Golf is open from 9am everyday. Normal opening times are 10am to 6pm Mon-Thurs and to 10pm on Fridays and Saturdays.
Admission prices are $8.90 for children 15 and under and $12.50 for adults. A family pass (2 adults, 2 children) is $36. Party packages start from $179 for 8 children.
Here's the website: http://www.megaminigolf.com.au/ and they're also on Facebook.
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