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FRIDAY 10 OCTOBER

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LANTERN MAKING WORKSHOPS (KIDS)

TIME: 10.00am - 1.00pm

VENUE: Maitland Regional Art Gallery

FREE

Make a paper lanterns to be part of the festival flotilla, released in the river as part of the Riverlights finale. 

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AQUA
VIBES

TIME: 1.00pm - 2.00pm

VENUE: Maitland Aquatic Centre

FREE

Come and join our water-based program. Listen to the beat of the music while having fun and exercising at the same time!

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STORIES FROM AROUND THE WORLD - RUSSIAN CULTURE

TIME: 10.30am - 11.30am

VENUE: East Maitland Library

FREE

Experience a joyful fusion of language, storytelling, drama and movement as this dynamic troupe brings cultural tales to life through stories and dance.

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STORIES FROM AROUND THE WORLD - UKRAINE CULTURE

TIME: 1.00pm - 2.00pm

VENUE: East Maitland Library

FREE

Experience a joyful fusion of language, storytelling, drama and movement through stories 
and dance.

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SINGING
CIRCLE

TIME: 12.30pm - 1.30pm

VENUE: Bourke Street Link

FREE

Singing together is a joyful, heart-opening way to connect. Explore simple yet powerful chants from many cultures and traditions.

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SPARK
WORKSHOP

TIME: 9.00am | 10.00am | 11.00am

VENUE: Bourke Street Link

FREE

Make an illuminated puppet with Curious Legends, then join the giant Fire & Water Spirits in the Riverlights parade at the Main Event!

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CAPOEIRA POP-UP CLASS

TIME: 10.30am | 11.00am | 11.30am | 12.00pm

VENUE: MRAG Lawn

FREE

Come try Capoeira, an Afro-Brazilian art form that blends martial arts, dance, and music into one dynamic art! 

EXPLORE MORE ABOUT THE WEEK PROGRAM

RIVERLIGHTS AT THE LEVEE

Join us in The Levee to celebrate all cultures. Collect your cultural passport and learn about new cultures.

SEE THE LEVEE COME TO LIFE

Download our schedule and map to help you get the most from Riverlights Finale.