This calendar includes all those dates throughout the year that The Infants' Home marks as special because we have a direct or indirect interest in them – days that relate to our work; days that are important to our staff; or days that are of interest to our children.
Chinese New Year
Chinese New Year is the first day of the Chinese calendar and continues for 15 days. People wear red clothes, give children ‘lucky money’ in red envelopes and clean their houses to drive away the bad luck of the previous year. 2012 is the Year of the Dragon. Find out more...
Australia Day
A commemoration of the day the First Fleet landed in Sydney Cove in 1788, as well as a celebration of all the achievements of our country. Find out more...
HMAS Sydney Cocktail Party
Our annual fundraising event on board HMAS Sydney hosted this year by the Rotary Club of Strathfield, and Captain Luke Charles-Jones and the crew of the Sydney. Find out what happened...
Red Bug Playgroup
Red Bug Playgroup returns for 2012. Parents, grandparents and carers of children aged 0 to 6 years are welcome at this community playgroup, a partnership between Ashfield Council and The Infants’ Home. Red Bug is held in Ashfield Park each Monday morning during school term. EVERYONE WELCOME. Find out more...
Father's Playgroup
The Father's Playgroup returns for 2012. This group is for fathers, grandfathers, uncles, male carers and their young children; a regular Saturday morning get-together where kids can be kids, Dads can be Dads, and everyone has a fun time. EVERYONE WELCOME. Find out more...
MyTime Playgroup
The MyTime Playgroup returns for 2012. MyTime is a peer support group for parents, grandparents and carers of young children with a disability, developmental delay or chronic medical condition. MyTime is held fortnightly at The Infants' Home. Find out more...
International Asperger's Day
Celebrates the achievements of people with Asperger's Syndrome, a developmental disorder that affects how the brain processes information. Find out more...
International Mother Language Day
A day of multiculturalism and a chance to promote the preservation and protection of all languages. Find out more...
National Sunnies for Sight Day
A day for children to learn about their vision and how to protect their eyesight. Find out more...
Clean Up Australia Day
A day that encourages all Australians to take to their local park, beach, bushland or streets to help collect rubbish. Find out more...
International Women's Day
A day to celebrate the contribution and achievements of all women; an opportunity to remember the barriers women have broken through, and to mark their accomplishments. Find out more...
Carnival of Cultures
The Infants' Home is taking part in Ashfield Council's annual celebration of many cultures in one community. Kids will enjoy free rides, an animal farm, jumping castle and giant slide. Adults can tempt their tastebuds at the international food market. Find out more...
Harmony Day
A day for Australians to celebrate our cultural diversity. The message for Harmony Day is that 'everyone belongs', which means all Australians are a welcome part of our country, regardless of their background. It is an opportunity to celebrate what makes each Australia unique and share what we have in common. Find out more...
World Water Day
A day to focus attention on the need for fresh water, and the importance of the sustainable management of fresh water resources. Find out more...
National Playgroup Week
Playgroup Australia organises the annual National Playgroup Week to raise awareness of the importance of play for young children. Find out more...
Neighbour Day
Australia's annual celebration of community, which aims to encourage closer relationships between neighbours and to strengthen communities. Find out more...
Earth Hour
An international movement where everyone is encouraged to turn off all lights for an hour from 8.30pm. Earth Hour aims to increase awareness of the impact we have on our world through the use of fossil fuels and electricity. Find out more...
World Autism Awareness Day
A day to increase understanding about autism, a developmental disorder that impairs social interaction, communication and behaviour. Find out more...
Earth Day
A celebration of the fragile environment we all share; a day of conservation awareness for people of all ages. Find out more...
National Mothering Week
While Mother’s Day celebrates mothers, National Mothering Week aims to further recognise the importance of mothers in Australia – because one day just isn’t enough. Find out more...
The Infants' Home Art Show
Our annual art show is an opportunity for parents and carers to appreciate that developing a child’s creativity is as important as numeracy and literacy. The show is a chance for children to showcase their artwork, and for families to enjoy a day out together. EVERYONE WELCOME.
Mother's Day
The annual celebration of mothers and the special work they do for their families. Find out more about Mother's Day...
National Volunteer Week
Australia is home to more than 5 million people who volunteer. National Volunteer Week is an opportunity to thank these people for their contribution to our community. Find out more...
International Day of Families
An opporunity to raise awareness of issues relating to families around the world. Find out more...
Reconciliation Week
National Reconciliation Week celebrates the rich cultural heritage of Australia's Aborigines, and aims to continue reconciliatory efforts. Find out more...
World Environment Day
A day for people from all walks of life to come together to ensure a cleaner, greener and brighter outlook for themselves and future generations. Find out more...
Celebrate NAIDOC Week
NAIDOC celebrations are held around Australia to mark the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. Find out more...
World Population Day
A day that celebrates humanity and reminds us that we need to look after each other and the planet we live on. Find out more...
Schools Tree Day
Part of Australia’s biggest community tree-planting event. Since Tree Day started in 1996 more than 2 million volunteers have planted over 13 million native trees and shrubs. Find out more...
Cerebral Palsy Awareness Week
Aims to increase knowledge of the permanent and debilitating physical condition that affects movement. Cerebral Palsy is the most common physical disability in children. Find out more...
International Day of the World's Indigenous People
This day celebrates and recognises the stories, cultures and unique identities of indigenous peoples around the world. Find out more...
Children's Book Week
Schools and public libraries celebrate Children's Book Week every year by offering activities and competitions to encourage children to enjoy reading. Find out more...
Speech Pathology Week
Showcases the speech pathology profession and highlights how important literacy is to everybody at all stages of life. Find out more...
Father's Day
The annual celebration of fathers and the special work they do for their families. Remember: a father is a guy who has photos in his wallet where his money used to be. Find out more about Father's Day...
National Child Protection Week
A national campaign held annually throughout Australia to raise awareness about preventing child abuse. Find out more...
The United Nations' International Day of Peace
A global day when individuals, communities, and nations highlight their efforts to end conflict and promote peace. Find out more...
World Teacher's Day
Celebrates the essential roles of teachers in providing quality education at all levels. Find out more...
Be Kind to Animals Week
A week that is used to inspire people to make the world a better place for animals, and to encourage kindness to all animals. Find out more...
Global Handwashing Day
A day that raises awareness about the health benefits of handwashing with soap. Find out more...
The Infants' Home Carnival & Market Day
Our signature event for the year, this is a fun day out for the family in our beautiful heritage-listed grounds at Ashfield in Sydney's inner-west. EVERYONE WELCOME. Find out more from last year's event...
Children's Week
An annual event which celebrates the right of children to enjoy childhood. It is also a time for children to demonstrate their talents, skills and abilities. Find out more...
Occupational Therapy Week
A week to promote and celebrate the role of occupational therapists. OT enables people to live life to its fullest by enhancing their ability live better with injury, illness or disability. Find out more...
Diwali
This Hindu festival marks the change of seasons, which brings new opportunities and a fresh start for everyone. People pray for a successful and peaceful year and distribute sweets among their family and friends. Find out more...
Social Inclusion Week
A week to encourage communities to reconnect and be inclusive of all cultures, age groups, nationalities and the disadvantaged. Find out more...
White Ribbon Day
This campaign aims to raise awareness among Australian men and boys about the roles they can play to prevent violence against women. Find out more...
International Day of Persons with Disabilities
To promote a better understanding of disability issues with a focus on the rights of persons with disabilities. Find out more...
The Infants' Home Carols by Twilight
The 2012 edition of our popular gathering for families that helps everyone celebrate the start of Christmas. EVERYONE WELCOME. Find out more...
© 2012 The Infants' Home (Established 1874,
incorporated by Act of NSW Parliament in 1924)
Patron: Sir Nicholas Shehadie AC OBE,
ABN: 71 174 918 661
