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First Steps Playgroup Castlemaine
Phone: +61 418 138 435
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25.01.2022 Hi Playgroup families We hope youre keeping well. Check out the link below to get this weeks Kidzone magazine https://www.kidzonemag.com.au/
24.01.2022 Hi Playgroup families. We hope youve been keeping dry and warm the last few days while its been a bit wet and cold. Our friends at Shire Salvos in NSW have an playgroup called Music and Play every Friday at 10am. Just like us, they cant have people come to them at the moment, so theyre doing weekly videos of the songs that they would have sung together if they were meeting in person. Some are songs that you might already know, and others could be new to you. Check out this weeks video in the link below and maybe have a look at some previous weeks as well. Let us know which is your favorite song this week!
23.01.2022 Hi Playgroup families - it's been a while since we've updated our page, but we thought you might like to know about this webinar that's happening tonight.
22.01.2022 Have you noticed the different colours of leaves on the trees at the moment? Maybe youd like to go for a walk with your children and collect some Autumn leaves and then make a picture with them, or take a photo of something interesting on your walk. Share what youve been doing so that we can stay connected even though we cant hang out together at the moment.
22.01.2022 Guess whats coming!!! Time to go through your wardrobes and drawers so that you can be ready for the annual clothing swap. Details coming VERY soon. Therell be tables for accessories, shoes and homewares. So, spring clean, Marie Kondo or whatever works for you ... youve got about 4 weeks :)
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20.01.2022 Its today!!! Hooray. Who else is in?
19.01.2022 Monday we will return to playgroup to enjoy some relaxed colouring and catching up. We wish our friends who have started school or kinder all the best.
19.01.2022 We made I love you to pieces cards and they were a hit. So many new friends came to play and we reminisced while we listened to the story Are you my Mum being read to us.
18.01.2022 If you can make it to playgroup in the morning, we will be making hot cross scones. We have a big bag of flour to share so bring a container so you can take some home.
17.01.2022 Hi Playgroup families - its been a while since weve updated our page, but we thought you might like to know about this webinar thats happening tonight.
17.01.2022 Here is a little fun from Maryborough libraries story time.
16.01.2022 Bring your teddy bear and a hat tomorrow. A teddy bear picnic and some outside play whilst we decorate teddy bear biscuits.
16.01.2022 This week we have hit the jackpot. We have two special visitors. First up we have Nic coming to help us get active and have fun with a Get Fit with Nic session and for reading time we have Nanda coming to read to us. Nanda has written her very own book about what baby mammals eat. What a treat. Why not bring a friend to share the fun with.
15.01.2022 On International Volunteers Day we are celebrating all of our fabulous volunteers who have, again, put in an incredible effort over this past year! Thanks everyone! What you do make a difference to so many people in our community.
15.01.2022 This Sunday is the blessing of the back packs, this will be fun for all ages, from childcare, kinder, primary school and highschool...just bring your back pack. Sunday 10:30am at the hall.
14.01.2022 Carols in the Park has a new time and venue - much more weather friendly
14.01.2022 This weekend would have been our Red Shield Appeal annual Doorknock. You would have seen us at traffic lights, outside shops, and with enough volunteers, we would have been knocking on your front door. However this year we are doing things a little bit differently. If you would normally have thrown us a few coins through the car window, popped some in a tin outside the shops, or emptied your purse into a volunteers collection kit, please think about donating on line this weekend. Were a long way from our $5000 goal and need extra help! https://digitaldoorknock.salvationarmy.org.au/t/castlemaine
14.01.2022 Something fun to do, maybe as an Easter gift for family you wont be seeing due to physical distancing.
14.01.2022 Hi there Playgroup families. If your children enjoy our weekly Kidzone magazine, check out the link below to view it online while we enjoy some quality time home with the kids.
13.01.2022 They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old: Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn At the going down of the sun and in the morning We will remember them Lest we forget... Link to the Last Post: https://www.defence.gov.au///Last%20Post%2012_Track_12.mp3 Link to the Rouse: https://www.defence.gov.au/Ceremonial/audio/Army%20Rouse.mp3
12.01.2022 Wishing all our Playgroup Dads a very Happy Father's Day
11.01.2022 Wishing all our Playgroup Dads a very Happy Fathers Day
11.01.2022 Hi there playgroupers, We wont be back at playgroup until further notice due to Covid -19. We trust you are all doing ok, if not dont hesitate to contact us for a chat. Annita and David Allman [email protected] or Vicki via messenger. Be kind to yourselves and enjoy your time with eachother. Kidzones are available on line if you are looking for something to do...Ill find the link soon. Vicki
11.01.2022 Ready for a pre-Christmas shop? When - Thursday night, 28th 6-8pm Where - Salvo Thrift Shop, Barkly Street Cost - $15 includes dinner and your first bag to fill; extra bags will be $10 each. Whats next? Comment on this post to let us know who is coming PLUS your favourite pizza.... Please note - this is for playgroup families and not a public event. Ta See more
10.01.2022 Hi Playgroup families - we know that some of you are doing it tough at the moment, so wed like to share the following information with you. Weve been working with others in the community over the last couple of weeks to help provide assistance to people who are struggling with access to food at the moment. Were now ready to start helping people from tomorrow, so please see the information below and if you are in need of food assistance, contact Kelsey between 9am-3pm Monday to Friday to make an appointment for pick up or delivery. Phone: 0472 537 866 Email: [email protected]
08.01.2022 Playgroup families - we need your help! Normally at this time of year we would be doing all sorts of creative things in the community to raise funds for our annual Red Shield Appeal - but we have to do it a little bit differently this year, so were asking you to support us with our digital doorknock. There are three ways you can help make a difference for others in our community: 1. Join our digital doorknock team, and help us raise money for people in crisis in our local co...mmunity 2. Make a direct donation to our local work, or 3. Share, comment or like our post to help spread the word of our Digital Doorknock. And please, if you are in need of help or assistance, you can always send us a direct message on our Facebook page. The link below will take you to our donation page. Thank you for whatever you can do to help. https://digitaldoorknock.salvationarmy.org.au/t/castlemaine See more
07.01.2022 Hi Playgroup families. Were aware that things are a bit challenging at the moment, especially for those of us who are also navigating life with school aged children learning from home. Dr Coulson is offering a free webinar tonight that might be helpful for some of you. Check out the link below for more information...
05.01.2022 Today we celebrate and remember mums everywhere. Happy Mothers Day.
05.01.2022 Hi Playgroup families! We hope to make an announcement about reopening our Thrift Shop later in the week, but first...We have a job opportunity. We are looking for a new Thrift Shop Manager to oversee the daily operations of our shop. If you have Retail/Customer Service experience, please click on the link for the PD and apply today! https://salvationarmy.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com//Thrift-Shop-M
04.01.2022 Always a fun day for the family.
04.01.2022 Hey all our playgroup friends. Due to current and future restrictions we will break for the holidays a week early. This means we will not meet this Monday however I invite you all to share photos of an Easter craft you have made that we all might be able to also make at home. There are plenty of other child friendly activities you can do with your little one at home. I get alot of ideas from Pinterest. If at all you do feel overwhelmed with isolation please send me a message or give me a call. We are all in this together and I would love some of your inspirational ideas for my own childrens entertainment. See you when its over. Vicki Kerin. Xx
03.01.2022 Are you the parent of a child under two? Be part of a new walking group in Castlemaine for families with children under two years of age. Facilitated by the M...ount Alexander Early Years Steering Group, the group meet Fridays at 9.30am, at the Castlemaine Botanical Gardens rotunda for a chat and a lap of the gardens. With restrictions easing and the weather warming up, it's a great time to get outdoors, do some gentle exercise and connect with other families. A steering group member will be there to further connect you with other activities and services that are available in the shire. This is a COVID-Safe event and we ask that participants wear a mask (unless exempt) and practice social distancing. For more information, contact Edwina Reid, Early Years Project Officer, Mount Alexander Shire Council on 0439 189 148 or [email protected] Read more about the event here: https://bit.ly/MtAlexEYWalkingGroup
02.01.2022 This Monday is the last playgroup for 2019. We will be at the botanical gardens playground. Dont forget to bring a plate of food to share. Santa will visit and it will be a nice little relaxed end to our year.
02.01.2022 Check out some of these activities. I know it would have been school holidays today but under the circumstances might be good to do a playgroup activity occasionally. Enjoy spending time together.
01.01.2022 We are back...in the morning, 10-1130. Coloring fun and outdoor play. Older siblings on curriculum day welcome.
01.01.2022 This week marks the beginning of NAIDOC week when we celebrate the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We have asked the children in our church to colour in a sheet from their worship pack this week and take a photo of it with their hands or feet touching the ground. You might like to write out the words for your child and take a photo to put in the comments section as well. See the image for more details.
