25 ways to have fun with the kids this summer

It's summer, school's out and the children need to be entertained. Here are some great recreational activities for parents and children to do together. Whether it's a visit to the library, a swim at the pool, or a spot of bird watching, there are many fun activities to do locally, in Moreland.

1 It’s summer, it’s hot, make a splash at one of Moreland’s six pools.

2 Enjoy quiet afternoons with a new book from the Moreland library free book borrowing service.

3 Discover the natural delights of the 21 kilometre Merri Creek Trail on foot or by bike.

4 Challenge yourself and the kids to the Moonee Ponds Creek trail; it’s 24 kilometres!

5 Check out the variety of summer holiday activities offered at Moreland’s five libraries.

7 Play your way through all of Moreland’s 108 playgrounds!

8 Run a competition with your kids to spot the most pieces of Moreland’s public art.

9 For a spot of bird watching, head to the wetlands at Jacana Retarding Basin in Glenroy.

10 Enrol the kids in an aquatic program at a Moreland pool.

11 Take the bikes for a spin at the free Brunswick Velodrome.

12 Fill out an entry form for the Summer Reading festival at one of Moreland’s libraries.

13 Make a kite, and then test it at one of Moreland’s 430 parks and reserves.

14 Head to the organic farm at CERES Environmental Park.

15 Investigate the half and full day kids’ holiday programs at CERES.

16 Take in some soccer at the Moreland Mayor Charity Cup.

17 Visit the Counihan Gallery In Brunswick and view its contemporary art collection.

18 On those extra hot days, stay cool with some DVDs from your local library.

19 Visit the Oak Park Aquatic Centre for thrills on the giant water slide.

20 Check the listings for free outdoor movies.

21 Check out what’s on at the Mechanics Institute Performing Arts Centre in Brunswick.

22 Head to the skate park at Gaffney Street, Coburg – even if the kids don’t skate it is exciting to watch!

23 Hold a fully supervised Splash Pool Party at Oak Park Aquatic Centre.

24 Celebrate the end of school holidays at the Sydney Road Street Party.

25 And if you enjoyed number 24, then head to the Brunswick Music Festival for more music.