Exciting times ahead: Prepare to have a Monstrous Fun time at The Arts House and the highly anticipated return of Goodman Open House - the physical event!
The school holidays just got more fun-tastic!
Arts House Limited is organising two weekends of exciting family-friendly events for the June holidays: Monstrous Fun, a children’s literature-focused programme held at The Arts House from 17-19 June, and the return of the well-loved Goodman Open House in physical format on 25 June. School holiday plans – sorted! Read on to find out what you and the kids can expect from these events.
1. Team up with the kids for a Kids Yoga x Storytelling session
This unique yoga and storytelling session will bring you and your kid on a series of yoga poses as you listen to how the Mindful Monsters picked up their courage to save the world. Remember to come in comfy clothings and bring your own yoga mats!
Where: The Arts House, Gallery II
When: Multiple timings on 18-19 June 2022; check Monstrous Fun’s website for the schedule.
2. Make some monstrously cool craft
Love arts and craft? There are loads of artsy workshops at Monstrous Fun for you and the little one to participate in. Learn how to create a monster tote bag at Monster & Friends; paint your own fabric patch creature; or make up your own monster character at My Monster Story.
Where: The Arts House
When: Multiple timings on 17-19 June 2022; check Monstrous Fun’s website for the schedule.
3. Shop for books at the Children’s Book Fair
With over 100 children’s book titles to choose from, you’ll be spoilt for choice at Monstrous Fun’s Children’s Book Fair. The fair will feature a wide array of English, Chinese, Malay, and Tamil books, sourced from retailers like Booktique, Maha Yu Yi, and Tamilwithlove. So get ready to shop till you drop!
Where: The Arts House, Level One
When: 17-19 June 2022, 11am-5pm
4. Learn new moves at kid-friendly dance workshops
Groove to the music with the kiddos at any of Goodman Open House’s four dance and movement workshops! Parents with little ones can learn about the basics of creative movement at the Dance Workshop For Families and A Little RAW Workshop, the latter being an inclusive workshop designed for children aged four to ten. There’s also A Rhythmic Body that’s organised specially for teenagers and adults as well!
Where: Goodman Arts Centre
When: Multiple timings on 25 June 2022, check Goodman Open House’s website for the schedule.
5. Catch (and join) a live performance
What’s an open house at Goodman Arts Centre without a live performance? Expect to see a variety of shows that you can watch and even participate in, including a storytelling performance that will transport you to enchanted worlds, a contemporary dance about freedom, an interactive handbell performance, and more! Our top picks are The Adventures of Monkey and Crocodile and The Heavenly Sounds of Handbell Ringing.
Where: Goodman Arts Centre
When: Multiple timings on 25 June 2022; check Goodman Open House’s website for the schedule.
6. Grab a bite and shop for crafts at the Food and Art Market
Whether you’re looking for unique art pieces for your home; or you’re feeling a bit peckish – Goodman Open House’s Food and Art Market definitely has something that will catch your eye (and appetite). To celebrate the return of the physical Open House, this year’s Market will have a carnivalesque theme – so get ready to celebrate and revel in this much-missed carnival atmosphere!
Where: Goodman Arts Centre
When: 25 June 2022, 10am-5pm
See you at The Arts House and Goodman Arts Centre this school holiday!
This post is in partnership with Arts House Limited.