Attracting almost a thousand participants over eleven sessions throughout the year, BMA Kidspace continued to be Artspace Mackay's most loved children's program.
The program, Mackay's longest-running art and music program for toddlers, topped off a wonderful year in 2024 with a blockbuster Christmas celebration of art and music.
Deputy Mayor Karen May said BMA Kidspace was not possible without the council's valuable partnership with BHP Mitsubishi Alliance (BMA).
"The continued support provided by BMA means we can bring this delightful social and creative event to our community free of charge," Cr May said.
Linda Murry, General Manager of BMA’s Hay Point Coal Terminal, said BMA is proud to continue its long-term support of the much-loved BMA Kidspace program for the Mackay region.
“Our employees and their families live and work in the region and being the program sponsor is a great way for BMA to contribute to the region’s vibrancy and liveability. BMA Kidspace helps our workforce and their families to feel connected to the community by getting kids involved in a fun and family-friendly event,” Ms Murry said.
If you have a toddler in your life, Artspace Mackay is excited to announce that BMA Kidspace is set to kick off again in 2025 on Tuesday, February 25.
Drop in anytime between 10am and 2pm for artist-run craft activities and live musical entertainment from 11.30am to 12.15pm.
Deputy Mayor Karen May said the program was a great opportunity for children under five to experiment and have fun with art in a safe, cooperative learning environment.
"We are pleased to have assembled another superb BMA Kidspace team of skilled local artists including Rosemary Payne, Traci Lietzke, Cordell Steer and Pam Hutley, alongside accomplished local musician Kathleen Campbell, who never fails to get her little audience up and dancing," Cr May said.
“After a fun-filled morning, we encourage families to relax over lunch or a coffee at Foodspace or stay and draw inspiration from the artwork on display,” she said.
Attend a BMA Kidspace event on the following dates:
• Tuesday, February 25
• Tuesday, March 25
• Tuesday, April 29
• Tuesday, May 27
• Tuesday, June 17
• Tuesday, July 29
• Tuesdays, August 19
• Tuesday, September 9
• Tuesday, October 21
• Tuesday, November 18
• Tuesday, December 9
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For regular updates on this ever-popular program, follow Artspace Mackay’s website and Facebook page.
Image left to right: Mayor Greg Williamson, BMA representatives David Bonney and Brad Chase, musician Kathleen Campbell, Santa Clause and Artspace team member Billie-Jo Ogilvie celebrating Christmas with children enjoying the last BMA Kidspace session for 2024
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