Where to Buy a Real Christmas Tree 2019

25 Nov 2019

Where to Buy a Real Christmas Tree 2019

by RDM | posted in: Christmas, Life | 0

Some of us love them, some of us aren’t fans. If REAL Christmas trees are your thing then here’s a list of local places to pick one up this Decembe…

23 Nov 2019

Budgeting Tips for the Festive Season

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Managing your day-to-day finances can be challenging enough so with the festive season approaching, The Northern Centre has put together some of t…

19 Nov 2019

Top 5 Christmas Gifts from Pandora Top Ryde City

by RDM | posted in: Christmas, Fashion & Beauty, Life | 0

If you’re aiming to give a special and meaningful gift that will stand the test of time and trends, Jewellery can be a great option. We visited Pandora …

15 Nov 2019

Easy Peasy Rum Balls & Minty Gin Cocktail

by RDM | posted in: Christmas, Food, Life | 0

by Rebecca Lee and Liz Hunter

Christmas is upon us yet again and we know how hectic things can be. With so much to do and gifts to buy, keep things simple a…

13 Nov 2019

Easy Christmas Craft For Kids

by RDM | posted in: Christmas, Craft, Life | 0

The lead up to Christmas and the traditions that go with it can be just as important as the big day itself. Crafting is always a fun way to get in the spiri…

6 Nov 2019

Light Up East Ryde 2019

by RDM | posted in: Christmas, Life | 0

East Ryde is going to be lit… literally!

Join The Rotary Club of Ryde at Sager Place East Ryde on Sunday 24th of November from 3-9p…

4 Nov 2019

Styling Tips for Your Christmas Table

by RDM | posted in: Christmas, Life | 0

by Liz Hunter and Rebecca Lee

Tablescaping can look so impressive and with the right tips can be an inexpensive way to bring cheer to your table. We put togeth…

4 Nov 2019

Our Favourite Christmas Ham

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by Rebecca Lee

Nothing says Christmas like a delicious baked ham. Every year after we decimated the presents at some ungodly hour, Mum would “…

13 Dec 2018

Christmas Shopping at Rhodes Waterside SORTED

by RDM | posted in: Christmas, Life | 0

Rhodes Waterside has everything you need to make Christmas extra special this year, from food items to decorations, gifts and more. Here’s where to …

5 Dec 2018

5 Tips for a Mentally Balanced Christmas

by RDM | posted in: Christmas, Life | 0

By Daniela Ho Tan, Clinical Psychologist at Mindwealth Psychology

Christmas often evokes thoughts of presents under the tree, laughter, food and …

What’s On

Sat January 18, 2020

Trial Drama Day, Killara
18/01/2020 - 19/01/2020 @ All Day

Love drama? Or curious and haven’t had the chance to start?

Many parents ask us if drama will be right for their child – some are worried that their child is too shy, others want to them to get more out of their creative mind. Others want to find a theatre community of like-minded young people.

Trial a Drama Class

Doing a trial is a great way for children who are really unsure to give it a go first, so we are offering an exciting Trial Drama Day.

Regular class fees for the term are $165 to $250 depending on the length of the class. Our Drama Holiday Workshops are $270 and run for a week, 3hrs per day, with full-day add-ons available.

Our Trial Drama Day is a free open day – the session will include:

1) A short introduction to drama
2) 45 min session with one of our teaching artists
3) The opportunity to meet and chat to Drama Centre staff to find out more about drama

Times and Age Groups

5-8yrs, 10am-11am
5-8yrs, 11am-12pm
9-12yrs, 12pm-1pm
9-12yrs, 1pm-2pm

We encourage parents to wait outside during the drama session, but do understand that new situations can be a challenge…and that’s ok!

Drama Timetable + Holiday Workshops

You can view the timetable of all Weekly Drama Classes on our website here: https://www.mstyp.org.au/term-dates–timetable.html

Drama Holiday Workshops run every school holiday holidays, with a full day option available.

North Ryde Farmers Market
18/01/2020 - 19/01/2020 @ 8:00 am - 1:00 pm

Welcome to North Ryde Farmers Market. Starting mid-September, this local Sydney growers market is on Saturdays from 8am-1pm. All fresh produce full of crafted artisanal goods and food from local producers. Come and get gluten-free, sugar-free cakes and baked products, fresh fruit and vegetables, meat, butter, cheese, flowers, plants and enjoy some time outdoor with your family.

Located in the car park of the North Ryde RSL in front of FITNESS FIRST at 27-41 Magdala Road North Ryde

Sun January 19, 2020

Lane Cove Makers Market
19/01/2020 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm

Lane Cove Plaza in the centre of the town comes alive with an array of unusual, unique handcrafted Australian made products. Artworks, jewellery, homewares, homemade jams and puddings and crafts are on display and there is always a buzz to see what’s new this month.

The market also provides musical buskers who create an infectious vibe that makes the market goers bust their best moves in the street!

Make sure you come along, browse the market, meet your friends and hang in ‘The Plaza’ on the 3rd Sunday of the month 9am to 3pm.

For more information: http://thebeachesmarket.com/market-lane-cove/

Mon January 20, 2020

Playgroups in the Ryde Area
20/01/2020 @ 9:00 am

We’ve created a listing of all the playgroups local to the Ryde area including times, activities and locations. Feel free to email us if you know something we don’t! You can also find more options on the Playgroups NSW website.

Monday

Cutler Parade Playgroup

2 Cutler Parade, North Ryde (behind Community Aid)

9.30am -11.30am Monday and Wednesday.

Cutler Parade playgroup is a friendly place for parents and carers to bring the kids each week. It runs on Mondays & Wednesdays. Fees are $30 per family a term.

North Ryde Coxs Road Playgroup

North Ryde School of Arts Community Centre (above the library) – 201 Cox’s Road, North Ryde

9.30am -11.30am during school term. All ages are welcome. The first two trial weeks are free. After that, you will be asked to become a member of Playgroup NSW and contribute $3 a week to cover costs.

Rydalmere Public School Playgroup

Rydalmere Public School – 397 Victoria Rd, Rydalmere

9:30am to 11:30am during school term for 0-5-year-olds Gold coin donation to attend.

West Ryde Wombats Playgroup

West Ryde Community Hall – 3/5 Anthony Road, West Ryde

9:30am – 11:30am Monday and Friday for children 0-5 years. The fee to attend is $20 per school term per family to cover the hall rent, toys, equipment and craft consumables. The playgroup is affiliated with Playgroup NSW.

Tuesday

Eastwood Young Mothers Playgroup

167 Shaftesbury Road, Eastwood

10am during school term. For Mums under 24ish with children of any age. Free entry, cake and coffee provided. For more information contact

Elsie: 9874 7458 or Julie: 0432 584 032 & julie.bullen@savethechildren.org.au

Italian Bilingual Playgroup, Meadowbank

30-32 See Street, Meadowbank

10am – 12pm Tuesdays and Thursdays for 2-5 year olds. Fun and interactive sessions in Italian and English filled with stories, games, music and art and craft activities, our playgroup makes learning another language fun.

Call 9807 2272 or email info@ibs.nsw.edu.au to reserve your spot.

Macquarie Anglican Playcentre

St George’s Hall Balaclava Rd Eastwood

10am – 12pm for 0-5-year-olds. Play with others, listen to Bible stories and have fun! Both playgroups are full but have a waitlist.

St John’s Anglican Church

152 Coxs Road, North Ryde

9.30am -11.30am every Tuesday morning during school term – $3 per session.

Villa Maria Playgroup

Holy Name of Mary Parish Hall, corner of Gladesville Rd and Mary St Hunters Hill

9.30am-11.30am during school term. Children from 0-5 years. All welcome. A gold coin donation is appreciated with each visit.

Wednesday

Cutler Parade Playgroup

2 Cutler Parade, North Ryde (behind Community Aid)

9.30am -11.30am Monday and Wednesday.

Cutler Parade playgroup is a friendly place for parents and carers to bring the kids each week. It runs on Mondays & Wednesdays. Fees are $30 per family a term.

Figtree Playgroup

Fairyland Hall – Church St, Hunters Hill

10am – 12pm for children 0-5 years old. Indoor and outdoor play, toys, games and craft. $30 per term per family or $7.50 per session per family. Bring a piece of fruit to share!

Magic of Storytelling Playgroup

Anzac Park, West Ryde

10am – 11.30am during school term. There are different stations set up (craft, blocks, books, babies, sport) plus the playground. Children can move between stations freely and there’s no need to stay for the full 1.5 hours

Our Lady Queen of Peace Gladesville Playgroup

Parish Hall – Cnr Westminster Road and Oxford Street, Gladesville

9:00am -10:30am during the school term for children 0-5 years old. There is craft, morning tea, prayer, story and music time.

West Ryde Anglican Playtime

Bellevue Ave and Dickson Ave, West Ryde (in the church)

10am – 11am during school term. All ages welcome.

Thursday

Italian Bilingual Playgroup, Meadowbank

30-32 See Street, Meadowbank

Call 9807 2272 or email info@ibs.nsw.edu.au to reserve your spot.

Gladesville-Boronia Park Uniting Church Playgroup

93 Pittwater Rd, Gladesville

9.30am – 11am during school term. Mums, Dads, Grandparents and Carers with their pre-school children get together to have fun playing, doing craft, singing and enjoying morning tea together. $2 per child. For more info contact Marilyn 0419164140.

Marsfield Minis Playgroup

Marsfield Community Church – 58-60 Agincourt Rd, Marsfield

10am-12pm during the school term for children 0-5 years. Free play, singing, story, craft and morning tea (provided). Cost is $35 per family per term or $5 per casual visit. Contact Liz to join 0438 328 807

North Ryde Cutler Parade Playgroup

2 Cutler Parade, North Ryde (behind Community Aid)

9.30am -11.30am Monday, Wednesday and Thursday.

River’s Edge Playgroup

River’s Edge Church – 7/ 2 Holker Street, Newington

10am to 11:30am during the school term. Enjoy coffee or tea whilst the kids enjoy playtime, craft and song and finish with morning tea (BYO). Suitable for kids 0-6 yrs and costs $2 per family, per visit.

For more information please contact Ali on 0409 635 802 or Ivanka on 0405 312 971

St Charles Primary School, Ryde

2a Charles Street, Ryde

9am – 11am during school term. Join in for a morning of craft, play and friendship. Bring along recess, ahat & water bottle for your child. Located in the Parish Centre.

For further information contact Philippa Manley philippa.manley@syd.catholic.edu.au

St Michael’s Meadowbank Playgroup

53 Maxim St Meadowbank – Parish hall (enter via school)

9.15am- 11am during term time in the Parish Hall. Enjoy a morning of friendship, play, arts and craft, group time with a book and songs, a morning tea and outside playground time. Bring $2 and a piece of fruit to share!

Each session is themed and full event details can be found on the Facebook page or by emailing the Family Educator – kirrily.mcdermott@syd.catholic.edu.au

West Epping Uniting Church Playgroup

West Epping Uniting Church – Carlingford Rd & Orchard St, Epping

9.30 – 11am for children 0-5 years old. Cost is $3, BYO a drink and snacks.

Friday

Junior Jivers

Christchurch Gladesville Upper Hall – entry from Western Crescent

10am – 11:45am during the school term. It is a music and movement group for children aged 2-5 years (younger siblings welcome) taught within a Christian context. The cost is $27 for the term for one child or $45 for 2 or more children ($3 per child per week/$5 per family per week).

Mainly Music, Epping

LifeWay Lutheran Church – 56 Norfolk Rd, Epping

10am – 12pm during the school term. Cost is $5 for one caregiver & one child. Additional children or adults are an extra $2 each (newborns – 18 months are free). The group is full but they welcome you to come along to one session for free and leave your details on the waitlist.

West Ryde Anglican Music and Play

Bellevue Ave and Dickson Ave, West Ryde (in the church)

10am – 11.30am during the school term. They sing, dance, play instruments, hear Bible stories, play, chat and have fun! There’s also a bible chat time that runs after the formal part of the program where parents are welcome to chat about the bible or hear Bible storytelling in Mandarin. All welcome, bring your own morning tea 🙂 The cost is $15 per term per family to cover craft supplies and to buy new equipment for the children.

West Ryde Wombats Playgroup

West Ryde Community Hall – 3/5 Anthony Road, West Ryde

9:30am – 11:30am Monday and Friday for children 0-5 years old. The fee to attend is $20 per school term per family to cover the hall rent, toys, equipment and craft consumables. The playgroup is affiliated with Playgroup NSW.

Library Story Time and Rhyme Time
20/01/2020 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am

Check out this link for a full listing of all kids activities at events at our local libraries including:

Ryde Library
Gladesville Library
West Ryde Library
Eastwood Library
North Ryde Library
Epping Library
Carlingford Library
Dundas Library
Parramatta Library

Christmas

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