The Federal Communiy Children’s Centre is once again hosting their popular Family Fun Day.
As a community-owned, not-for-profit centre, this year’s event will raise funds to install solar panels on the roof, furthering the centre’s sustainability initiatives.
Federal Community Children’s Centre Director, Mandala Dieh, says the centre is committed to operating as sustainably as possible. ‘Solar panels will not only help us do this, but will also reduce our operating costs as a not-for-profit centre.’
Families from across the Shire are invited to attend the free event, featuring a raffle, live music, food and cake stalls, and kids activities. Local band The Imprints will be playing an ambient set for children and parents, while Indigenous group Bunyarabugalma Yoga will be running yoga sessions that promote connection to Bundjalung Country and language. Activities include Jugun Dandii weaving, Bush Kindy flower painting, face-painting, fire truck and more.
The day will also include a fantastic raffle filled with prizes from local businesses such as Synthesis Organics and Calmer Chai, along with artworks by Indigenous artists.
More than just a fundraiser, the Family Fun Day is an opportunity for local families from the centre and all surrounding schools and communities to gather together and strengthen community ties.
‘The event is dearly loved by the children and such a wonderful chance for all local families to enjoy a day together’, said Ms Diehl. ’It’s an opportunity to strengthen our community ties, while also supporting the centre.’
Saturday, 18 October from 10am to 2pm. Federal Community Children’s Centre, 898 Binna Burra Road, Federal.
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