Local libraries and recreation facilities are getting ready to keep young minds busy these September school holidays. There’s no need to be bored with so many activities to spring into.
Schools have closed and reopen on Tuesday 1 October.
“The September holidays may be shorter, but that doesn’t mean there’s not much to do,” said Mayco Member for Community Services and Health Councillor Patricia van der Ross. “Our facilities are gearing up with a busy line-up of activities that cater for all age groups, whether you prefer to be inside, or out and about in the sun. I want to encourage our learners to enjoy the break and visit our libraries and recreation centres.
Activities at libraries include an obstacle course, arts and crafts, presentations from various City departments, Iziko Museum and the National Sea Rescue Institute. At the City’s recreation centres children can play indoor and outdoor sports, indigenous and board games.
To see what’s on at various libraries or recreation centres, check in at the front desk or visit www.capetown.gov.za/holidayprogrammes.
Programmes are subject to change. Contact the programme coordinators listed in the link for further details about activities at a recreation centre.
- The holiday programme at Strand Library, on the corner of Mills and Piet Retief Street, takes place from 10:00 to 12:00 on the given days. The programme includes: movies and popcorn on Monday 23 September; stories and craft about rhinos on Thursday 26 September; and games in the garden on Friday 27 September. For enquiries, contact Linda on 021 444 3106 or linda.bruwer@capetown.gov.za.
- The holiday programme at recreational venues in Sir Lowry’s Pass Village, Garden Village, Macassar, Nomzamo and Lwandle will run from Monday 23 September to Friday 29 September. Daily recreational activities, board games and sport play will take place between 09:00 and 16:00. For more information, contact Siphokazi Matholengwe on 072 969 6127 or siphokazi.matholengwe@capetown.gov.za.
