Hi Reader

National Science Week is always one of my favourite weeks of the year.

It runs from this Saturday through to Sunday 23 August, and most council libraries and major institutions across Melbourne are throwing open dedicated programs for it.

There’s a great range of programs to choose from:

• ​Museums Victoria – talks, tours and hands-on activities across Melbourne Museum and Scienceworks
• ​Science Gallery Melbourne – a line-up of interactive exhibits and talks
• ​Hobsons Bay Libraries – a full week of free, family-friendly workshops
• ​Brimbank Libraries – another full week of free, family-friendly workshops

Want to find something closer to home? The official National Science Week website lets you search events by location, so you can see what’s on right in your own neighbourhood.

There’s something for everyone in this, whatever age you or your kids are.

That’s the beauty of science – there’s always something new to learn, and plenty of room to grow your curiosity no matter how much you already know!

Joyce xx

🌟 Featured Event

​Mrs. Doubtfire the Musical (Various dates from Wednesday 25 Nov – Sunday 17 Jan, 2027) The hit West End musical of the beloved film comedy lands in Melbourne, packed with big laughs and iconic moments. 📍CBD

🗓️ Melbourne CBD ➝ More CBD picks

​LEGOLAND Discovery Centre Sensory Sessions (Saturday 15 Aug) A calmer LEGOLAND visit with reduced sound and light, free entry for Companion Card holders. 📍CBD

​Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (Saturday 15 Aug) Celebrate India’s Independence Day at Fed Square with cultural performances, a flag-raising ceremony and free public screenings. 📍CBD

🗓️ Melbourne NORTH ➝ More north-side picks ​

​Collaborative Drawing with Briony Barr (Saturday 15 Aug) This free stem cell-inspired drawing session is part of a full day of hands-on art and science programming. 📍Parkville

​Silvers Circus (Thursdays – Sundays until 23 Aug) This reimagined circus spectacular brings elite global performers, plus a brand-new comic, to Epping for two hours of family fun. 📍Epping

🗓️ Melbourne SOUTH ➝ More south-side picks ​

​Victorian State Jigsaw Puzzle Competition (Saturday 15 Aug) Test your puzzling skills solo, in pairs or as a team, with a swap, raffle and prizes at Malvern Town Hall. 📍Malvern

​Winter Glow at Adventure Park Geelong (Saturday 15, 22 + 29 Aug) 300 tonnes of real snow, a new Ice Toboggan ride and unlimited theme park rides make this Geelong’s biggest winter yet. 📍Geelong

🗓️ Melbourne EAST ➝ More east-side picks ​

​Sky Country Tours (Friday 14 – Sunday 15 Aug) Astrophysicist Krystal De Napoli guides an evening under the stars exploring First Nations knowledge of the night sky. 📍Healesville

​LEGOLAND True Ninja Trials (Daily until Sunday 23 Aug) Kids can build spinners, battle elemental monsters and search for hidden ninja heroes in this hands-on challenge. 📍Chadstone

🗓️ Melbourne WEST ➝ More west-side picks ​

​National Science Week at Werribee Open Range Zoo (Various dates from Saturday 15 – Sunday 23 Aug) Enjoy an elephant trail, sustainability talks and a special World Elephant Day event with games and bracelet-making. 📍Werribee

​Science Studio – Taking Flight (Saturday 15 – Sunday 16 Aug) This hands-on STEM workshop at Scienceworks has kids and grown-ups building and experimenting with the science of flight. 📍Spotswood