School Holidays: Songwriting Workshop with Malaika Mfalme

About this event

Learn the craft of songwriting with a singer, songwriter, and guitarist. This workshop offers hands-on guidance for those interested in creating their own music. 2. Succulent terrarium workshop ~~ Build your own miniature ecosystem in a hands-on workshop. You will learn about design, drainage, substrate layers, and selecting the right plants and vessels. The session also covers essential indoor plant care skills to help your new creation thrive. 3. 1000 Books Before School birthday celebration ~~ A celebratory event for children aged 0 to 5. Enjoy stories, music, treats, and balloons to mark the first birthday of the reading program. 4. All-vinyl DJ event ~~ An upbeat night of music featuring DJs playing exclusively on vinyl. Each performer will showcase their own individual style through their selected records. 5. 11th anniversary beatmaking battle ~~ Sixteen beatmakers compete head-to-head in an open-format battle. The competition is overseen by a five-person judging panel and includes a showcase by special guest DJ Spell. 6. All Play Day gaming event ~~ A large community gathering for fans of all types of games. Play everything from board games and tabletop RPGs to trading cards and video games. You can also meet local developers and explore upcoming titles. 7. Bledisloe Cup dining experience ~~ Enjoy a curated set menu before or after the big match. The dining experience features dishes such as Szechuan-inspired spiced lamb ribs and slow-cooked pork neck. 8. Pre- or post-match dining ~~ A dining experience for sporting fans featuring an à la carte lunch or a three-course dinner. It is a great way to celebrate the big event with exceptional food. 9. Mood Reader book club ~~ A cozy, intimate discussion centered on the book The Caretaker by Marcus Kliewer. The session includes prepared questions to facilitate conversation in a small group setting. 10. Incense making and burner workshop ~~ Create your own custom incense and a matching hand-built ceramic smoker. You will learn to blend pure woods, resins, and florals to build scents in layers. 11. Acoustic country and roots music ~~ An evening of all-original, all-acoustic music featuring songs of heartache and hope. Expect plenty of picking and strumming from this roots-focused performance. 12. Underground punk and metal night ~~ A high-energy night of electro-industrial thrash, hardcore, and death thrash. The lineup features several underground acts performing fast, heavy, and electronic-driven sets. 13. Afternoon of pop, rock, and blues ~~ Three solo performers share the stage for a diverse musical afternoon. The lineup includes artists with roots in legendary Sydney bands and contemporary music. 14. Afternoon of pop, rock, and blues ~~ Three solo performers share the stage for a diverse musical afternoon. The lineup includes artists with roots in legendary Sydney bands and contemporary music. 15. Indie rock and jangle pop live set ~~ An alternative band performs their original music, blending jazzy guitar tones with funky bass lines. Their sound spans genres from bossa nova to neo-soul. 16. Deep, soulful bass and dub night ~~ A celebration of sound system culture featuring diasporic sounds and low-end pressure. The event focuses on deep, soulful music rooted in dub, house, and techno. 17. Connection and quality music night ~~ An intentional and playful evening shaped by shared chemistry and creativity. The night focuses on building connections through a curated selection of music. 18. Live ska performance ~~ A high-energy live set featuring a large ensemble. The performance brings a wild, brass-heavy sound to the stage. 19. Heavy music reunion show ~~ A second performance following a massive response to the band's reunion announcement. Expect a night of heavy-hitting songs and nostalgia. 20. Album tour live set ~~ A live performance as part of a tour supporting a new album release. Experience the latest musical works from this artist in an intimate setting.