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DETAILS:1 ST IVES SHOPPING VILLAGE: Mona Vale Rd, St Ives. Check their website for details of kids activities.2 MAY GIBBS’ NUTCOTE: 5 Wallaringa Avenue, Neutral Bay. See www.maygibbs.com.au for more information.3 WIZZY WORLD: 372 Eastern Valley Way, Chatswood.4 CHIPMUNKS: Level 4, Macquarie Centre.5 SOFT PLAY: 17 Sefton Road, Thornleigh.Out & AboutOut & AboutSuburbSafari GREAT PLACES TO PLAYON THE NORTH SHOREEvery so often my wonderful parents and in-laws take my little one out for a day. They have found some lovely places which suit them just fine, so here are some child and grandparent accessible ideas.My little one loves the free Monday morning activities at St Ives Shopping Village. Activities vary, but the story time with a fairy is a favourite, and St Ives is always a great place to sneak in a baby chino or cappuccino to start the day.May Gibbs’ Nutcote in Neutral Bay is a lovely placefor the grandparents to enjoy. They can wander the original house and gardens where the Snugglepot and Cuddlepie stories were inspired and written. There are fantastic views, places to dress up as a gumnut character, and the grandparents can enjoy sharing a little of Sydney’s history. They can even buy a little gift at the end of the adventure.Grandparents love the play centres such as Wizzy World, Chipmunks or Soft Play. The more energetic grandpas may be able to climb and slide, but for most they are as relaxing for the oldies as they are tiring for the kids. I also find my parents have far more time to take my little one out for a walk or to a local park than I do.Finally, Grandparents have a great opportunity to slow down and share some of their interests with the next generation. Take them to the local library, let them see you sewing, knitting, gardening or cooking. Maybe one of your interests will become their skills, and will help to build a lifelong bond.BY ELISSA TOMLINS, LOCAL MUM... LET’S TALK GRANDPARENTS!www.livinglocalguide.com.au10 LIVING LOCAL SUMMER 2016/17 “Dream, Inspire, Grow”