Summer Lovin’ Instagram Competition
From the bushwalks and the BBQs; to the weather and the water,
there’s lots to love about Lane Cove in the summertime. Show us your Lane Cove
summer for your chance to win one of three $50 Lane Cove Gift Cards! Simply
take a photo of how you’re spending summer in Lane Cove and tag
@lanecovecouncil_ and #LaneCoveSummer to enter. Entries will be accepted between
1 January and 28 February 2021. Entrants must be following @lanecovecouncil and
must tag @lanecovecouncil and #LaneCoveSummer to be eligible.
For full Terms and Conditions visit www.lanecove.nsw.gov.au/festivals
Ozobot Mazes
Create your own robot maze using Ozobots these school holidays. Learn to code their tracks and have some fun with technology! Free event for children aged 6-11 years.
Tuesday 5 January, 1:00pm – 2:00pm, Lane Cove Library, book online
Lane Cove Bush Kids - Cicada Days
Join us to look for these noisy and fascinating insects.
Wednesday 6 January, 9:45am - 11:15am, meet at Tambourine Bay Park, Tambourine Bay Rd, Riverview, book online
Lane Cove Bush Kids - Nature Ramble
A more challenging walk for children 5 years and older. This is a longer walk down into beautiful Bushland Park valley. We'll be doing some nature activities that involve reading and writing along the way.
Thursday 7 January, 9:45am - 11:30am (approx.), meet at the end of Panorama Rd, Lane Cove Bushland Park, Lane Cove, book online
Scratchboard Craft
Come along and scratch out your own designs with our scratch board craft! Free event for children aged 4-10 years.
Thursday 7 January, 11:00am – 12:00pm, Lane Cove Library, book online
Lane Cove Bush Kids - Mangroves and Mud
Kids love mud! Come along to explore mangrove habitat along the Lane Cove River.
Friday 8 January, 9:45am - 11:15am (approx.), meet at Blackman Park, far end of Lloyd Rees Drive, past the playground, Lane Cove West, book online
Paper Roll Creations
Make awesome creatures and creations using paper rolls. Create rockets, insects, ninja's and more! Free event for children aged 4-10 years.
Monday 11 January, 11:00am – 12:00pm, Greenwich Library, book online
Paper Ring Designs
Use recycled materials to create intricate designs using paper rings. Learn new craft techniques and enjoy the feeling of artistic creation. Free event for youth aged 11-17 years.
Monday 11 January, 3:30pm – 4:30pm, Lane Cove Library, book online
Paper Roll Creations
Make awesome creatures and creations using paper rolls. Create rockets, insects, ninja's and more! Free event for children aged 4-10 years.
Tuesday 12 January, 11:00am – 12:00pm, Lane Cove Library, book online
Lane Cove Bush Kids - Mangroves and Mud
Kids love mud! Come along to explore mangrove habitat along the Lane Cove River.
Wednesday 13 January, 9:45am - 11:15am (approx.), meet at Blackman Park, far end of Lloyd Rees Drive, past the playground, Lane Cove West, book online
HarbourCare Kayak Clean-up - Lane Cove West
Launch into the New Year by launching a kayak into the Lane Cove River, collecting marine litter as you paddle around Lane Cove’s estuarine ecosystems.
Kayaks supplied (sport/touring design), medium level fitness required, a little kayaking experience preferred but not necessary. Minimum age 11 years old. Under 16 years must be accompanied by an adult. Bags, gloves and litter pickers provided. BYO water. Must wear enclosed shoes to attend.
Wednesday 13 January, 12:30pm - 3:00pm, location provided upon booking, $7.50 per person, book online
Lane Cove Bush Kids - Cicada Days
Join us to look for these noisy and fascinating insects.
Thursday 14 January, 9:45am - 11:15am, meet at Tambourine Bay Park, Tambourine Bay Rd, Riverview, book online
Osmo Playspace
Come and try Osmo coding and games. A hands-on system that lets you compose music, run your own pizza shop, create artwork and train your brain with the genius kit. Free event for children aged 5-10 years.
Thursday 14 January, 2:00pm – 3:00pm, Lane Cove Library, book online
Lane Cove Bush Kids - Nature Ramble
A more challenging walk for children 5 years and older. This is a longer walk down into beautiful Bushland Park valley. We'll be doing some nature activities that involve reading and writing along the way.
Friday 15 January, 9:45am - 11:30am (approx.), meet at the end of Panorama Rd, Lane Cove Bushland Park, Lane Cove, book online
Lane Cove Youth Centre - Bush Tucker Workshop
The wonderful Jess Sinnot from Koori Kinnections is coming to Lane Cove Youth Centre to host an interactive workshop about cooking traditional bush tucker.
Monday 18 January, 10:30am - 2:30pm, Lane Cove Youth Centre, free event, book online
Osmo Playspace
Come and try Osmo coding and games. A hands-on system that lets you compose music, run your own pizza shop, create artwork and train your brain with the genius kit. Free event for children aged 5-10 years.
Monday 18 January, 11:00am – 12:00pm, Greenwich Library, book online
Lane Cove Bush Kids - Uno's Garden
Discover Uno and his garden full of Moopaloops, Puddlebuts, Tumbletops and a Snortlepig!
Tuesday 19 January, 9:45am - 11:15am (approx.), meet at Shell Park, Greenwich Road, Greenwich, book online
Lane Cove Youth Centre - Screens & Popcorn
Come on down! We're hosting a cruisy day of screen-based activities and popcorn at the centre. Lunch provided.
Tuesday 19 January, 10:30am - 3:30pm, Lane Cove Youth Centre, no bookings required
Fabric Decorating Craft
Design and decorate your own mini bags and fabric pieces with markers and recycled materials. Free event for children aged 6-12 years.
Tuesday 19 January, 11:00am – 12:00pm, Lane Cove Library, book online
Lane Cove Bush Kids - Mangroves and Mud
Kids love mud! Come along to explore mangrove habitat along the Lane Cove River.
Wednesday 20 January, 9:45am - 11:15am (approx.), meet at Blackman Park, far end of Lloyd Rees Drive, past the playground, Lane Cove West, book online
Lane Cove Youth Centre - Screen Printing with Matt
Come on down for a free screen printing workshop with Matt. Print on one of our tote bags or bring your own shirt or bag to print on. Lunch provided.
Wednesday 20 January, 11:00am - 1:00pm, Lane Cove Youth Centre, no bookings required.
Birding for Beginners
Enjoy a bushwalk with an experienced bird watcher to pick up handy tips on bird watching and how to distinguish between different kinds of birds. Be introduced to a wonderful variety of wrens, honeyeaters and other birdlife and help complete a bird survey! A great activity for families and those keen to discover more about our local birds. For ages 7 years and up.
Thursday 21 January, 8:30am - 10:30am, Ventemans Reach, Lane Cove West, book online
Lane Cove Bush Kids - Uno's Garden
Discover Uno and his garden full of Moopaloops, Puddlebuts, Tumbletops and a Snortlepig!
Thursday 21 January, 9:45am - 11:15am (approx.), meet at Shell Park, Greenwich Road, Greenwich, book online
Lane Cove Youth Centre - Trivia Extravaganza
Come on down to the centre for a fun-filled day of trivia and snacks. Prizes for winners.
Thursday 21 January, 12:30pm - 2:30pm, Lane Cove Youth Centre, no bookings required
Osmo Playspace
Come and try Osmo coding and games. A hands-on system that lets you compose music, run your own pizza shop, create artwork and train your brain with the genius kit. Free event for children aged 5-10 years.
Thursday 21 January, 2:00pm – 3:00pm, Lane Cove Library, book online
Lane Cove Bush Kids - Cicada Days
Join us to look for these noisy and fascinating insects.
Friday 22 January, 9:45am - 11:15am, meet at Tambourine Bay Park, Tambourine Bay Rd, Riverview, book online
Lane Cove Youth Centre - Friday Feast
Come down to the centre for a wonderful feast! Enjoy the last Friday of holidays in aircon! Hang out, play games and socialise before heading back to school.
Friday 22 January, 12:30pm - 2:30pm, Lane Cove Youth Centre, no bookings required
Possum Prowl Night Walk
Spot possums, search for geckoes and listen for bats with
our bat detector on this twilight bushwalk. See what wildlife comes out at
night! Bring a torch and wear sturdy shoes. For ages 7 years and up.
Friday 22 January, 7:45pm - 9:30pm, Batten Reserve, Lane Cove North, book online
Australia Day Picnic
Celebrate Australia Day in Lane Cove on Tuesday 26 January from 10:00am - 2:00pm with a special program of
local live music:
Lane Cove Plaza:
Phonic Duo, 10:00am – 12:00pm: Enjoy the vocal stylings of Lane Cove local Sal Rosen accompanied by Karl Bowles’ expert guitar work.
The Canopy
Cameraygal Wind Symphony: 10:00am – 10:45am
Tambourine Bay Wind Symphony: 11:00am – 11:45am
Phonic Duo: 12:00pm – 12:45pm
Home Grown Screen on the Green:
Sit back and enjoy two feel-good Aussie movies to round off your
Australia Day at The Canopy:
Paper Planes (G): 4:00pm – 5:45pm
The Sapphires (PG): 6:00pm – 7:45pm
This is a COVID Safe event. Numbers are strictly limited. Find out how to register from 12 January.
Preschool Storytime
Thursdays 14, 21 and 28 January, 11:00am – 11:30am, Lane Cove Library, Ages 3-6 years. Held weekly all year.
Bookings will be made available 48 hours prior to the event.
Book online: 14 January
Book online: 21 January
Book online: 28 January
