For current events, refer to This Month and This Fortnight sections;

• Visit Blacktown website hosts an extensive events calendar specifically for the Blacktown area.
• Blacktown Council Events Calendar lists local events
• Baulkham Hills Library Events Calendar lists local events
• Business seminars and events may be found in the Small Business Events section

March/April 2010

‘Parenting tips’ with Ian Wallace

• When: Tuesday 16th March Time: 7.30 - 9pm
• Where: Marayong House, 64 Falmouth rd, Marayong
• Invited back because of the overwhelming feedback from parents. Ian will present a talk covering general parenting issues that arise from questions in the audience.
• Ian approaches parenting issues in a practical, supportive and no nonsense style.
• Do not miss this opportunity!
• Ian has appeared on “Mornings with Kerri – Anne’ and “ A Current Affair’ and written several books
• Cost: Free Bookings / Enquiries: Megan on 96266620

Hills Shire Library Events (Baulkham Hills, Rouse Hill, Castle Hill & other branches)

• March-April –Hills Pioneers 1810-1910 display at Castle Hill
• Glen McNamara - discusses his book 'Dirty Work' detailing his time undercover in the Australian Police Force
• March/April- Family Fun Fest at Rouse Hill.
  • Hands on activities, entertainment and lots of fun!
• March/April- Youth week photography competition, see staff for more details
• Nutrition Therapy seminar and cooking demonstration at Rouse Hill
• April - Musical Reptile Show at Castle Hill during the school holidays
• April - Science workshops at various branches during the school holidays
• Book events online: http://thehillsshirelibraryservice.eventbrite.com

Pre-school Storytime

Storytimes for preschoolers are held during school terms at all Hills Shire Library branches. These lively sessions are a great way to introduce preschoolers to a love of books.

• Baulkham Hills Tuesday & Friday 11.00am
• Carlingford Wednesday & Friday 10.30am
• Castle Hill Tuesday & Wednesday 10.30am & 11.15am
• Dural Thursday 10.30am
• Rouse Hill Tuesday & Friday 10.30am
• Please note: due to space restrictions participant numbers are limited at Castle Hill and Rouse Hill Special group visits are welcome by appointment at any branch

Disability Discos

• 10th March, 14th April (2nd Wednesday of each month) 6.30pm - 9.30pm
• Location: Castle Hill RSL
• Monthly discos for people with disabilities will be held at Castle Hill RSL.
• These discos are accessible for the wider community.
• In some cases carer support is required.
• Bookings with North West Disability Services are essential Email: enquiries@nwds.org.au or Ph: 9686 4155
• Cost: $10
• Web: www.nwds.org.au

Parenting Seminar with Dannielle Miller

• Date: Tuesday 16 March Time: 7.00pm - 8.30pm
• Location: Castle Hill Library
• Wake Up Sleeping Beauty : helping our daughters move beyond Bratz, Britney and Bacardi Breezers.
• Join Dannielle Miller, one of Australia’s foremost educators and authors on teenagers, for a presentation on the issues affecting our daughters today such as self esteem and binge drinking.
• She draws upon her years of experience as an educator and student welfare advocate to give you the tools to help your daughter cut through the negativity and bloom into a happy, confident teenage girl.
• A must for all parents of tween and teenage girls.
• Cost: $15pp (Tickets essential)
• Contact: 9761 4510 Tickets available from 15 February.
• Book events online: http://thehillsshirelibraryservice.eventbrite.com

Tiny Hands - Baby Sign Workshop

• Date: Friday 19 March 2010 Time: 10.30-11.30am
• Location: Castle Hill Library
• Discover your child’s potential and alleviate their frustration in this fun introduction to Baby Sign workshop.
• Participants will learn about the benefits of using speech and sign with your baby as well as taking home 56 signs and 2 sign songs.
• Cost: $10 pp (Tickets essential)
• Contact: 9761 4510 Tickets available from Monday 15 February.
• Book events online: http://thehillsshirelibraryservice.eventbrite.com

Manga Workshop for Teens!

• Date: Thursday 15 April 2010 Time: 10.30am -2pm
• Location: Castle Hill Library
• Take part in a Manga Cartooning Workshop during Youth Week.
• This workshop has been designed for people who have a basic knowledge of cartooning. It is perfect for those who want to learn how to draw using the popular Manga cartooning techniques as seen in Naruto, Yu-Gi-Oh and the many other graphic novels that The Hills Shire Library Service holds.
• Who: Young adults aged between 12-18 years
• Cost: FREE (Tickets essential)
• Free lunch of pizza and drinks provided
• Contact: 9761 4510
• Book events online: http://thehillsshirelibraryservice.eventbrite.com

Sherwood Ridge Show

• Saturday, March 27th 10:00am – 3:00pm
• Sherwood Ridge Public School 34 Rosebery Rd, Kellyville
  • Rides, Attractions and amusements for all the family
  • Live Entertainment (plus a visit from Easter Bunny)
  • Craft & Gifts
  • Face Painting
  • Show Bags
  • Trash n’ Treasure
  • Gourmet Food & Treats
  • Plaster Painting
  • Yummy Cakes, Ice creams & Snacks
  • Chocolate Wheel & Raffles
  • Pony Rides
  • Animal Farm
• Outside Stall Holders Invited – Contact: Julie Warner, P: 9634 8489 E: julie.warner@bigpond.com

If you are running a local event, you can send the details to us on an Events Publicity Form and we can publicise the event here (free for non profit charitable type organisations). Alternatively, you can simply email us at info@mylocalguide.net.au

If you know of a local event that you would like to see here contact us using a feedback form or email us at info@mylocalguide.net.au.