Children’s Week, which takes place annually in October, recognises the talents, skills, achievements and rights of children.
From Saturday, October 18 to Sunday, October 26, celebrations will be held around Australia, with this year’s theme, ‘Everyone should know about Children’s Rights’, to be promoted nationwide.
Just weeks before the events begin, Strathbogie Shire Mayor Claire Ewart Kennedy has welcomed the celebration.
“Children’s Week is a special time to celebrate the creativity, achievements and rights of our young people,” she said.
“These events bring families and the community together, and give children a change to shine.
“We are proud to deliver these activities with support from the Flood Recovery Hub funding, helping our community recover from the 2022 floods while creating fun, safe experiences for children.”
In Strathbogie Shire, local kids will be able to participate in a range of activities.
Sleeping Beauty pantomime
A free pantomime for all ages, hosted by Strathbogie Shire Council and Alpha Shows, will be held on Saturday, October 18 from 1pm to 2.30pm at the Avenel Memorial Hall on Queen St.
Bookings, which are essential, can be made by heading to tinyurl.com/yceyzhy7
Children’s art show
At the Nagambie Mechanics Hall on High St, an art show displaying the talents of the region’s youth will be presented on Friday, October 24 from 4.30pm to 6pm.
Hosted by Nagambie Lakes Community House, primary school students can enter into the show to be awarded a prize if they place first, second or third.
For inquiries, contact Meredith from the community house on 0491 017 053.
Outdoor cinema
Nagambie Lakes Community House will be putting on a show at the St Joseph’s Primary School oval on High St.
Bring along a chair or rug, and delight in Clifford the Big Red Dog under the stars on Friday, October 24 from 8pm, or come along early to indulge in food trucks from 6pm.
For inquiries, contact Meredith from the community house on 0491 017 053.
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