This Weekend

King's Way Kids Club, North Ryde Christian Church
22/02/2019 - 23/02/2019 @ 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm

FREE Kids Club for children Kindy to year 6

5:30-7pm Fridays during the school term

Join in for some awesome games and outings plus bible lessons and yummy food!

King’s Way is an activity of North Ryde Christian Church

More info here: https://northrydechurch.org/kingsway/

Pyrmont Growers Market
23/02/2019 @ 7:30 am - 12:00 pm

The Pyrmont Growers Market offers unique gourmet produce and top quality fresh food straight from the field and farm. Produced and operated by Pyrmont Ultimo Chamber of Commerce and proudly supported by The Star, our market is a green, sustainable, and relaxed community focused event.

Producers will offer a range of products and produce including organic meat, smoked fish, fresh fish, organic fruit and vegetables, free range eggs, fresh coconuts, dips, pates, nuts, spices, jams, herbs, handmade chocolates, mushrooms, cheese, cakes, pastries, a large variety of breads, wild flowers, organic coffee, gluten free sausages, olive oil, balsamic vinegars, freshly made pasta, bacon and eggs, a selection of hot foods and of course gourmet doggy treats!

More Info: http://pyrmontgrowersmarket.com.au

Fernwood Fitness Ryde FREE Open Day
23/02/2019 @ 8:00 am - 2:00 pm

A call out to all the wonderful Mums and Mums to Be in Ryde! 🤰 👩‍👧👩‍👦 If you have been thinking of checking out Fernwood Ryde, NOW is your chance!

You’re Invited To Fernwood Fitness Ryde’s FREE Open Day THIS Saturday 23rd February from 8am – 2 pm 🎉

🌟 What’s on? 🌟

💕 Classes all day

• 8.00-9.00am Pump
• 8.00-8.45am RPM
• 9.00-9.30am Cxworx
• 9.30-10.00am HIIT
• 9.30-10.30am Pilates
• 10.30-11.30am Piloxing
• 11.30-12.00pm Kids Fit ( Kids Only)

💕 New Mums and ‘Mums to be’

💕 Informational Sessions – 9.30-10.30am Pelvic floor talk by “Women’s health physiotherapist Tusanee” from The Fix Program

💕 Other Classes

• 10.30-11.00am mums & bubs Pilates presented by “head physio Katrina from The Fix Program
• 11.00-11.30am Strength
• 11.30-12.30pm Pilates

PLUS free spine checks and free bio-body scans! 💪

🗺 82 Belmore St Ryde
📱 9817 3500
🚗 Parking underground – access via Porter St

Rozelle Collectors Markets
23/02/2019 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm

When: Every Saturday and Sunday from 9am – 3pm

The Rozelle Collectors Market is Sydney’s favourite outdoor second hand, bric-a-brac and antique market. Stallholders have been selling their pre-loved wares to an ever-expanding audience in the grounds of the Rozelle Public School for over 20 years and the Rozelle Markets have developed a reputation as a brilliant spot for a poke about, a catch up with friends and place to bag some unique finds.

This convenient open-air market operates every Saturday and Sunday, year-round, and offers a beautiful outdoor setting alongside the historical buildings of the Rozelle Public School. The Markets are often listed as a must-do market experience for Sydneysiders and tourists from interstate and overseas.

Browse a huge range of pre-loved antiques, collectables, fashion, jewellery, art and music, all while being entertained by top-notch local performers. And when you’re in need of a break, local artisanal providores and international food stalls offer a delicious range of great value food.

More info here: http://rozellecollectorsmarket.com.au

Dads & Bubs Playgroup, West Ryde
23/02/2019 @ 9:30 am - 11:30 am

Did you know The Northern Centre hosts fun, free and supported playgroup that provides opportunities for Dads/carers and their children (0 – 5 years old) to explore the importance of play, whilst building on their parenting skills and developing social networks?

When: Saturdays 9 February to 11 May 2019

Time: 9:30am to 11:30am

Where: The Northern Centre, 3-5 Anthony Road, West Ryde

For more information about the playgroup or to book, please visit The Northern Centre’s website

Guardian Early Learning Group OPEN DAY
23/02/2019 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

You’re Invited to Explore Your Local Guardian Early Learning Centre (closest centres are Gladesville, Eastwood, Lane Cove and Homebush

Discover a day in the life of Guardian children by attending their National Open Day on February 23 at participating NSW centres. From 10am to 12pm, they invite you and your family to explore their centres to find out what makes learning at Guardian special.

On the day you’ll have the opportunity to:

• Meet their educators
• Explore the wondrous spaces
• Sample their seasonal menus
• Learn about the Guardian education approach
• Discover how they support children on their journey

Register for National Open Day here.

Lilypad Early Learning Centre, Top Ryde
23/02/2019 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Date: Saturday, 23rd February 2019
Time: 10am to 12pm

Lilypad ELC invites families to their official Lilypad Open Day, where children and families will be provided with a range of useful information and be able to participate in fun activities. You will be able to see their beautiful facilities and have the opportunity to answer any questions you might have about the centre.

Registration not required!

Light snacks and refreshments will be provided on the day, and families who make a tour booking or enrol their child on the day will receive a Lilypad gift bag.

The day’s activities will include:

• Children’s Entertainment Show: A range of activities such as face painting, balloon modelling, a parachute game, a disco party and bubble game will be provided for children between 10:30am and 11:30am.
• CCS & Enrolment Help Desk: Their Accounts Manager will be available to provide information about the latest changes to the Child Care Subsidy (CCS) and any other government funding/benefits for child care fees that might apply to your family. An experienced and qualified Early Childhood Teacher and Educational Leader will be assisting families by answering any general, educational or enrolment enquiries.
• Showcase of Curriculum & Learning Environments: Educators from each room will be showcasing their room and allow families to experience the varying learning environments and the curriculum requirements for their child.

Little Zak's Academy Ryde Open Day
23/02/2019 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

A day of fun and FREE festivities to celebrate the official opening of Little Zak’s Academy Ryde will be held at the innovative new childcare centre.

Little Zak’s Academy Ryde Open Day Festivities:

• FREE community event featuring: Face-painting, a Kindie Farm, Yoga classes for kids, science experiments, sausage sizzle and tours of the new premium-quality childcare centre
• WHEN: Saturday 23 February 2019, 10am-1pm
• WHERE: 87 Bowden Street Ryde NSW

Open to everyone at 87 Bowden Street Ryde, the day’s entertainment program includes a sausage sizzle, face-painting, a Kindie Farm, the hugely-popular Little Zak’s Academy Yoga Club classes for kids, live science experiments that are sure to delight and loads more fun for the young and young at heart.

An award-winning childcare provider of more than 25 years, Little Zak’s Academy operates centres across NSW and is renowned for its premium facilities, highly-qualified staff and unique programs for children aged 0-6 years.

The event will include tours of the cutting-edge Little Zak’s Academy Ryde centre, with the opportunity for parents to meet the Little Zak’s team of passionate early educators.

In addition to the Little Zak’s Yoga Club, Little Zak’s Academy’s exclusive programs include French classes, a prep school, the ‘Zakaroos’ soccer club, Zak’s Enviro where children learn about sustainability and Little Zak’s Kitchen where children learn to cook and eat healthy food. Privately owned and family-run, Little Zak’s Academy centres boast premium play equipment and an in-house chef and kitchen to encourage healthy and active children.

For more information and to register your interest in Little Zak’s Academy Ryde, visit littlezaks.com.au or call 1300-33-ZAKS.

Vietnamese Mental Health Support Group, West Ryde
23/02/2019 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Mental Health Carers NSW and WayAhead are running a support group for someone living with experience of mental ill-health &/or recovery and their families & carers.

This is a structured group where attendees discuss set topics as well as sharing personal experiences and information in a safe, friendly and supportive environment. All discussions are conducted in Vietnamese.

The group is free of charge and there is no need to book attendance.

More info here. 

The project was supported by funding from City of Ryde.

Eastwood Night Markets
23/02/2019 @ 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm

A weekly night market perfect for the family located in Eastwood Plaza every Saturday from 4.00pm to 10.00pm. Enjoy cultural food delights such as Chinese, Thai, Taiwanese, Malaysian, Wood Fire Pizza, Gelato and many more. Shop the stalls including different products every week and a big variety of pot plants to choose from.

Children can enjoy a jumping castle and fishing games every week.

More info here: https://www.ryde.nsw.gov.au/Events/Listing/Eastwood-Night-Markets

Tramsheds Growers Markets - Every Sunday!
24/02/2019 @ 8:00 am - 2:00 pm

Head to Tramsheds every Sunday for their Growers Markets from 8am-2pm!

In collaboration with Bodega 1904, the weekly Growers Markets feature a selection of seasonal fruit and veg from a selection of our favourite growers, sustainable products from community providores and a changing schedule of workshops and masterclasses featuring winemakers, cheesemakers, chefs, authors and artists.

Each Sunday there will be live entertainment from local musicians as well as special activities for the kids to enjoy!

More info here

My Kids Market NSW Five Dock
24/02/2019 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

My Kids Market NSW is the original and largest Market in Sydney to buy, sell and recycle quality pre-loved baby and kids goods! The Market is held in nine locations throughout the year including Five Dock, Lane Cove, Kellyville and NOW in Hornsby! Families can declutter their home and earn some extra cash by selling their gently used baby & kids items and shoppers will enjoy huge savings on all the popular brands when buying quality pre-loved items at a fraction of the cost of buying new. Everything families need can be bought and sold at My Kids Market NSW including baby and kids clothing, shoes, toys, books, prams, bikes, cots, highchairs, rockers and other nursery items.

The Market is held indoors at the Five Dock Leisure Centre with kids activities throughout the morning and there is a cafe on site so it’s a great morning out for the whole family.

Shopper entry $4 Adults, Kids FREE. Cash only, no ATM on site.

Pre Loved and Business Stalls are welcome and bookings NOW OPEN.

For more details or to book a stall head to the website https://www.mykidsmarketnsw.com.au/

Rozelle Collectors Markets
24/02/2019 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm

When: Every Saturday and Sunday from 9am – 3pm

The Rozelle Collectors Market is Sydney’s favourite outdoor second hand, bric-a-brac and antique market. Stallholders have been selling their pre-loved wares to an ever-expanding audience in the grounds of the Rozelle Public School for over 20 years and the Rozelle Markets have developed a reputation as a brilliant spot for a poke about, a catch up with friends and place to bag some unique finds.

This convenient open-air market operates every Saturday and Sunday, year-round, and offers a beautiful outdoor setting alongside the historical buildings of the Rozelle Public School. The Markets are often listed as a must-do market experience for Sydneysiders and tourists from interstate and overseas.

Browse a huge range of pre-loved antiques, collectables, fashion, jewellery, art and music, all while being entertained by top-notch local performers. And when you’re in need of a break, local artisanal providores and international food stalls offer a delicious range of great value food.

More info here: http://rozellecollectorsmarket.com.au

Blak Markets at Bare Island
24/02/2019 @ 9:30 am - 3:00 pm

Join Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artisans at the iconic Blak Markets at Bare Island La Perouse Sunday, February 24 from 9:30am to 3pm.

Arts and Craft have always been a focus at the Blak Markets and this market they will have the famous shellworkers from La Perouse, Auntie Esme Timbery and Marilyn Russell doing a shellwork workshop and selling their art.

This market will also feature Native plants including bushfoods, which are being developed by Indigigrow, the other social enterprise arm of the charity who runs the Blak Markets. 

The Blak Markets are a great chance to buy authentic unique gifts  knowing that 100% of the profits go back into Aboriginal communities. The Blak Markets feature authentic, original and affordable Aboriginal artworks, beauty products and one-of-a-kind homewares and jewellery as well as Indigenous inspired food and refreshments.

Along with a dance performance, Aboriginal singer/songwriter, Maddi Lyn who has a deep passion for Country Music will be singing on the day, along with a interactive session for the kids with Larry Brandy Storytellers.

For updates on our program on the day please visit their website https://blakmarkets.com/collections/workshops

Beat the Bottle Ryde
24/02/2019 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm