πŸ”΅ School holiday fun

Good morning, Baysiders!

School holidays have officially crash-landed in our living room! πŸš€βœοΈπŸ“š

But don’t worry, we’ve got all the info you need to keep your kids (and yourself) entertained.

In today’s Redlands Round Up:

  • Cheers to the Olympics!πŸŽ‰

  • Brisbane Tiny Home Expo 2023 🏑

  • School holiday funπŸ’ƒ

  • The Ultimate Beatles Tribute Show

Let's dive in.

Digest

Cheers to the Olympics: Council's Commitment Pays Off!

Redland City Council is fully on board as a Junior Games Partner for the Brisbane 2032 Olympics and Paralympics! They'll be hosting Canoe Slalom events at the Redland Whitewater Centre.

But the venue is not jsut for games - it'll also serve as a global training hub for emergency service agencies worldwwide. The center is part of the 62-hectare Birkdale Community Precinct, set to bring transport upgrades and celebrate the area's farming heritage through the restoration of Willards Farm.

Beyond 2032, the Whitewater Centre will continue hosting top-tier events. πŸ₯‡πŸš£β€β™€οΈπŸŒŸ 

What’s happening in the Redlands 

🌟Ready for the Pho3nix Queensland Triathlon Series?

Join the fun at Australia's largest and baddest triathlon series, 5am this Sunday. They're setting up shop at some of Queensland's most stunning locations. Picture-perfect, right? πŸŒ…πŸŒ΄

So, mark you calendar for 5am this Sunday at the Raby Bay, Harbour Park, and let's cheer on our local triathletes make this triathlon!πŸŠβ€β™‚οΈπŸš΄β€β™€οΈπŸƒβ€β™‚οΈ

Sick of fuel prices? This might be for youπŸŽ‰

Join us at The Electric Vehicle Experience, where the Australian Electric Vehicle Association and the Tesla Owners Club of Australia are bringing an electrifying showcase to Redlands Coast.

Think boats, bikes, scooters, and cars, all powered by electricity, waiting for you to explore! Mark your calendar for this Sunday from 10 am to 1 pm at Redland Showgrounds (Norm Price Park, Cleveland).

Don't miss this electrifying opportunity to witness the future of transportation right in your backyard. See you there, fellow electric enthusiasts! πŸš—πŸ”‹πŸŒŸ

Brisbane Tiny Home Expo 2023 πŸŽ‰πŸ‘

If you're itching to get a sneak peek at all the cool exhibitors coming to the Brisbane Tiny Home Expo starting on Friday, September 29th, 2023, we've got just the thing for you.

Head over to the EVENT: Brisbane Tiny Home Expo 2023 discussion bar, where you'll find a treasure trove of pics and posts waiting for your eager eyes!

The expo is happening at Cleveland Showgrounds on Sept 29th (10 am - 3 pm), Sept 30th (9 am - 5 pm), and Oct 1st (9 am - 5 pm). πŸ‘‰Go here for all the event details, including tickets, kids, parking, and more.

School Holiday Fun 

🍩 Attention, junior donut lovers! 🍩

Little Workshops and The Donut Factory have teamed up to bring a sweet deal for kids this school holiday.

The deal? A chance to become Junior Donut Workers and create (and eat!) their very own loaded donuts - for FREE! πŸŽ‰

So if your little ones are fun and donut-lovers, bring them along to Capalaba Central at 10am-1pm between today and Saturday for hole lot of fun! 🍩🎈🎨

Time-traveling fun

This September school holidays, we're bringing back the classics – think horseshoes straight from our blacksmith's workshop, spiced up with some string and bling to create your very own good luck charm! 🌟 

Join us at 1:15 pm today at the Redland Museum for "Turning Back Time." Let's relive the nostalgia together with classic toys, crafts, and games that'll transport you to simpler days.πŸ˜„πŸš€

Glow-in-the-dark adventureβ›³οΈπŸŒŸ

Come light up your school holidays with Glow In The Dark Putt Putt! 

Here's the deal: if you play a round of putt putt after 5 PM during these school holidays, you get a FREE Glow Ball to use in your game! How cool is that?

Bring your whole family down to Alex Hills Putt Putt for some quality fun and unforgettable moments! βš‘πŸ‘¨β€πŸ‘©β€πŸ‘§β€πŸ‘¦

Get more glowy details at πŸ‘‰ https://thealexandrahillshotel.com.au/mini-golf/

School holidays just got tastier! πŸ˜‹

Here's a school holiday treat that'll make your taste buds dance and your wallet smile – the $5 Kids Little Diggers Meals special! πŸ”πŸŽ‰

Monday to Thursday, lunch and dinner, all throughout the school holidays- you can dig into a delicious meal for just five bucks! And guess what? Our Kids Bunker opens at 5.30 pm every night for even more fun! You can't miss out on this awesome deal and a whole lot of fun. Join us for a mealtime adventure. πŸ‘¦πŸ‘§πŸ½οΈ

Family Art Day: Bubble Plate Party!πŸŽ‰

Join us at Color My Pot at 10 am tomorrow for a Kids PAINTING Class featuring our exciting BUBBLE Plate project. You’ll dive into the world of art with us as we guide you through creating an underwater-themed plate.

You don't need any artistic skills to join us. And we wholeheartedly welcome children aged 7 and up, as well as parents, carers, and grandparents to get in on the artistic action too. Book your spot now and let's paint the town (or at least two plates) together!πŸ–ŒοΈπŸ€©

Calling all young witches, wizards and muggles! ✨

It's that time of year again – our legendary Harry Potter afternoon at Capalaba Library is back, and you won't want to miss it!

Get ready for enchanting games, mystical crafts, and loads of bewitching fun. The best part? you get to dress up in your most magical outfit to join the wizarding adventure!

So book your spot and join us 2pm tomorrow for a magical afternoon that's bound to leave you spellbound!🀩

All budding campfire chefs and outdoor food-lovers? πŸ•οΈπŸ΄

Join Scouts Queensland at IndigiScapes for an unforgettable camp cooking adventure, 9am on Monday.

Think cardboard box ovens for sausage rolls, chocolate cake in oranges, solar oven nachos, and classic damper on a stick - all to be enjoyed in the great outdoors. This culinary adventure is for ages 8 year and above, and it's a steal for just $25 per participant.

Don't forget to dress comfortably, wear closed-toe shoes, and bring sun protection and a water bottle. Register on Eventbrite now. πŸŒžπŸ«πŸŠπŸ”πŸ”₯🍽️

Serve, Rally, and Score Big – It's Pickleball Time πŸ“

Join us for a school holiday "COME & TRY Pickleball" event next Wednesday, from 9 am to 11 am at Wellington Point Tennis Courts.

It's a Pickleball fun morning designed for ages 8-14, and everyone's welcome. Get ready to experience the fastest-growing sport in the country!

But here's the catch: we've got limited spots, so act fast! It's just $5 for a 2-hour session. Grab your pals, and let's have a ball on the court! πŸŽΎπŸŽ‰

Pamela See's 3D Papercutting Lab for Teens! πŸŽ¨βœ‚οΈ

Artist Pamela See has a FREE 3D papercutting workshop lined up during this school holiday and it's happening on September 26th at 10 am in Cleveland Library.

Join us to learn cool papercutting secrets, awesome techniques, and create your own 3D papercutting masterpieces! πŸŒŸπŸ“œ

Book your spot now at πŸ‘‰ https://bit.ly/45tjqmD.

Kids Eat Free at the GrandyπŸ”

School holidays are in full swing, and the Grand View Hotel is your go-to destination for fun! πŸ₯³ 

  • Tuesdays are extra special with Kids Eat Free – just order a main meal, and your little ones eat on the house.

But that's not all – we've got exciting kids' packs to keep them entertained throughout the holidays.

  • Join us for face painting on September 24th and October 1st from 1-3 pm, to add a splash of creativity to their day. And on weekends, you can unwind to live music while your kids have a blast.

Don't miss out on the holiday excitement – book your table at the Grandy and let the good times roll! πŸ”πŸŽ΅πŸŽ¨πŸ‘¨β€πŸ‘©β€πŸ‘§β€πŸ‘¦

What’s happening nearby

πŸ’‘ Anyone Dying to Chat?

Tomorrow, come join us at the Death CafΓ© by the Bay for a free and friendly chat about life's big questions surrounding death and dying.

It's not counseling; it's a relaxed gathering where you bring your own coffee, snack from a local cafΓ©, and get the opportunity to "increase awareness of death with a view to helping people make the most of their (finite) lives.” Get more info here.

Weekend Bites

Guess what?

We're about to turn up the sparkle and groove with the most epic Neil Diamond Tribute night ever! πŸŽ€πŸ’ƒπŸ’Ž

Mark September 23rd on your calendar and head over to the Redlands Sporting Club because that's where the magic is happening. We're bringing you all the classic hits, the sing-along moments, and the kind of fun that makes you wanna dance like nobody's watching!

Get ready to sing your heart out and dance like a champ because this night is all about celebrating the one and only Neil Diamond. Don't miss out on the glittery, musical extravaganza of the year! πŸ•ΊπŸŽΆπŸŽ‰

Live Lowdown

🎢 A show to remember

There's an incredible lineup of nearly 100 performers ready to dazzle you at the Redland Performing Arts Centre, 2pm this Saturday.

There'll be dancers, singers, drummers, and even a disability group, plus the talented Redlands City Showband and guest artists Momentum – it's a variety extravaganza! Our fantastic hosts, Graham Colenutt and Jacob Cavanough, will keep you smileing all afternoon.

Come join the fun parade and let your enjoyment support a great cause – the Here’s to Life Disabilities and Health and Wellbeing programs. πŸŽ€πŸŽ¨πŸŽ‰

Where are the music lovers at?🎢🀩

The Beatlegs are bringing the Ultimate Beatles Tribute Show to the Cleveland Sands Hotel this month and it's gonna be lit!

They're here to make you dancing all night to Beatles classics with their iconic sound, Fab Four look, costume changes, and killer harmonies. πŸ•ΊπŸ’ƒ

Grab your tickets now at πŸ‘‰ https://avc.live/xpz3 It's a musical journey you won't want to miss! πŸŽŸοΈπŸŽ‰

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