| Friday 21 October | Wednesday 26 October |
| Saturday 22 October | Thursday 27 October |
| Sunday 23 October | Friday 28 October |
| Monday 24 October | Saturday 29 October |
| Tuesday 25 October | Sunday 30 October |
OFFICIAL CHILDREN'S WEEK LAUNCH
The official launch of the Week will be held at the Art Gallery of South Australia, North Terrace. Launch of BankSA Child Art Week Exhibition. Celebrating International Year of Microcredit and Sport & Physical Activity. Performance by children from various schools. Compere: Jane Reilly, Channel 10. Sponsored by Bank SA and Art Gallery of SA. By invitation only.BE ACTIVE SPORT & PHYSICAL EDUCATION FOR SCHOOLS
Hundreds of children will gather at Rymill Park to participate in World Games and activity as a celebration of Sport & Physical Education. Activities will include physical and also learning aspects. Games from various countries including Japan, Indonesia and Slovenia. For enquiries contact Children's Week Association on 8232 3866.
Saturday 22 & Sunday 23 October
" WORKING SCIENTIFICALLY" with CSRIO's Double Helix Science Club
Hands-on science experiments with rocket launchers, gas explosions, dissolving sugars, speeding bubbles cells, solar cells, Newtonian cars and so much more! Most suitable ages: 7yrs to 14yrs with parents encouraged to attend. Venue: CSIRO Science Education Centre, Regency Institute of TAFE, Days Road, Regency Park. Sessions: 90 minutes - 10am, 12.30pm and 3pm. Bookings Essential. Contact ph 8348 2406, fax 8346 6311, email: rona.sakko@csiro.au"WALK ON THE WILD SIDE"...with Guides SA
A state camp for girls aged between 7 and 11 years participating in a large range of activities;- nocturnal walks, dawn walk and the wetlands tour.
Venue: Warrawong Earth Sanctuary, Mylor. Contact: Guides SA on 8418 0900.
BANKSA FAMILY DAY
The BankSA Family Day at the Art Gallery is being hedl in conjunction with the BankSA Child Art Week Exhibition. It's free, so bring along your picnic rugs and enjoy a day at the Art Gallery. Art and Craft activities, face painting, live music, clowns and sausage sizzle.
Time: 12noon to 3pm Venue: Art Gallery, North Tce"KIWANIS" PICNIC IN THE PARK at Bonython Park
A fantastic program of activities provided by the Kiwanis Club of Adelaide for 450 disabled and disadvantaged children and their carers. A whole of family concept for respite and enjoyment in a safe and relaxed atmosphere.
By invitation through local Kiwanis clubs. Contact: Kiwanis Club of Adelaide on 8293 2894UNAA 60 th ANNIVERSARY DINNER
The United Nations Association dinner to be held at the Prospect Town Hall in conjunction with the Regional Bahai Council of SA. Special guest speaker Professor John Langmore, Federal President UN Association of Australia. Evening includes musical interludes, silent auction and raffle. Time: 6.30pm Cost: $40 per person
Bookings essential by contacting UNAA (SA) on 8271 4433 Mon-Fri 10am-4pm or Baha'I office on 8298 7822 or 0414 371 561.CHILDREN'S SUNDAY
Uniting Churches will be celebrating Children's Week during church services throughout the state.
For details contact Uniting Church in Australia SA Synod on 8227 0822
CHILDREN'S WEEK AWARD RECEPTION at Government House.
Presentation of the Children's Week Awards recognising excellence in the provision of services to children presented by the Patron of Children's Week, Her Excellency Marjorie Jackson-Nelson, Governor of South Australia. By Invitation Only.
Time: 2.30pm Contact: Children's Week Association of SA on 8232 3866
NATIONAL PLAYGROUP DAY
Free Family Fun Day for playgroup children and their families at the Victoria Park Racecourse. Free activities and concerts. Refreshments and food available. Time: 10am to 2pm. Contact: Playgroup SA on 8344 2722WORLD TEACHERS DAY LAUNCH
Function held at the Richmond Primary School. Central observance of World Teachers Day which recognises the essential and valuable contribution which teachers make to students learning. By invitation only.
Organisations: AEU, Children's Week Association, SAASSO and SASPAC
Wednesday 26 October - UNIVERSAL CHILDREN'S DAY
CHILDRENS WORLD MISSION DAY
Catholic schools throughout the state will be praying for children in other countries. Families asked to contribute a gold coin for children's projects throughout the world. Contact: Catholic Mission on 8210 8224.DE LISSA ORATION PUBLIC LECTURE
Family Centred Approaches in Early Childhood Services
Innovation and Inspiration presented by Professor Dorothy Scott, Director: Centre for Child Protection, University of South Australia
Venue: Room H1-44 Amy Wheaton Building, UniSA, St Bernards Rd, Magill
Time: 7.00pm
RSVP: Janet McDowall 8302 4591 Enquiries: janet.mcdowall@unisa.edu.au
CHILDREN'S SAFETY CELEBRATION at Settlers Farm Primary School
A major celebration of children's safety with hands-on activities and displays in a range of settings including fire and emergency services, Safety Assist, police, ambulance and many safety services. School Assembly: 9.10am. Contact: Safer Communities Australia on 8373 0818. .
PRESENTATION OF THE MINISTER OF EDUCATION & CHILDREN'S SERVICES AWARDS
Presentation of awards to children who have demonstrated outstanding achievement at the Gilles Street Primary School. Minister for Education and Children's Services, Hon Dr Jane Lomax-Smith will present awards. For further information contact Children's Week Association on 8232 3866.WORLD TEACHERS DAY in schools
Ceremonies at schools throughout the state to celebrate the contribution of teachers. Students present certificates of recognition to teachers. Supported by AEU, SAASSO, SASPAC and Children's Week.
To order certificates contact SAASSO on 8223 2266 or Children's Week 8232 3866.
ETHNIC SCHOOLS CHILDREN'S DAY features a parade from Victoria Square at 10.30am, along King William Street to the Adelaide Festival Theatre Terrace for a concert on the lawned area . Official launch at 11am followed by concert performances on the lawned area from 11.15am onwards. 700 children, school community members, teachers and parents will participate. For further information contact Ethnic Schools Association on 8365 1255.
Saturday 29 & Sunday 30 October
"WORKING SCIENTIFICALLY" with CSRIO's Double Helix Science Club
Hands-on science experiments with rocket launchers, gas explosions, dissolving sugars, speeding bubbles cells, solar cells, Newtonian cars and so much more! Most suitable ages: 7yrs to 14yrs with parents encouraged to attend. Venue: CSIRO Science Education Centre, Regency Institute of TAFE, Days Road, Regency Park. Sessions: 90 minutes - 10am, 12.30pm and 3pm. Bookings Essential. Contact ph 8348 2406, fax 8346 6311, email: rona.sakko@csiro.auFUN AT THE POOL with Royal Life Saving Society Australia
A variety of physical activities for families at the swimming pool; duck races, rope throws, noodle race, boogie board races, survival circuit and lots more. FREE entry to pool. Prizes. Time: 1.30 to 3.30pm. Further details contact Royal Life Saving Society 8234 9244.
