Hobby

Hobbies are fun pursuits for Sims. Gain enthusiasm in hobbies by performing related activities. There are ten hobbies: Arts and Crafts, Cuisine, Film and Literature, Fitness, Games, Music and Dance, Nature, Science, Sports and Tinkering.

As Sims master activities they will unlock new interactions and uncover secret lots. A Sim has a predestined hobby and will gain enthusiasm in it faster than others.

Unlockable Interactions
All hobbies can unlock these interactions:
 * "Talk about Hobby"
 * "Read Section ..." in Newspaper
 * "Share Hobby Tips" with a Sim
 * A Sim with this interaction unlocked will automatically share tips with others who are doing a hobby activity
 * "Browse Web About Hobby"
 * "Blog Tips About Hobby" on the computer
 * "Instruct in Hobby"
 * "Be in the Zone"

Hobby specific interactions:
 * Cuisine: Serve "Chip", "Cheese" and "Appetizer" platters
 * Film and Literature: Participate in a Book Club
 * Science: Search for Constellations, Search for Planets, Search for UFOs (with the Telescope)
 * Nature: Go Hiking, Collect beetles, butterflies and spiders
 * Fitness: Go Jogging, Make Protein Shakes

Secret Lots
Only members of the Hobby Club have access to these lots. Meet Instructors and other enthusiasts, interact with hobby specific objects, enter food or dance competitions, etc.


 * Peerless Park (Nature)
 * Will's Garage (Tinkering)
 * Games of Glory (Games)
 * My Muse - Music & Dance Studio (Music and Dance)
 * Aspirational Laboratories (Science)
 * My Muse II - Arts and Crafts Studio (Arts and Crafts)
 * Sue's Secret Kitchen (Cuisine)
 * Platinum Gym (Fitness)
 * Dreamy Fields (Sports)
 * Desirable Discourse (Film and Literature)

Instructors
Instructors are NPCs that can be found on the secret lots and instruct Sims in their hobby.

Music and Dance

 * Ballet - Warm up at the ballet barre to maintain flexibility and keep your Sims on their toes.
 * Violin - Nimble fingers help your Sim coax sound out of a violin, while high creativity skills ensure that the notes ring true
 * Synthesizer - A bounty of sounds at your Sims fingertips, the synthesizer lets them make just the right noise whether they're practicing, composing, or playing for friends
 * Nursery Rhyme - (toddlers only) Teaching toddlers nursery rhymes helps them learn rhythm and simple tunes and it's fun!

Arts and Crafts

 * Pottery Wheel - Your Sim can make art that is both decorative and shapely whet they sidl up to the pottery wheel.
 * Sewing Machine - Start with the simple potholders and sew your sims masters more advanced attire. Even the linens can be in fashion!
 * Frames - Give your Sim's paintings the perfect touch with new frames. When they finish a painting at the easel, hang it on the wall. Then click the painting to add a frame. You can frame prints that your Sim draws on the drifting table (the Architecture Career reward) in the same way.
 * Activity Table - Whether they're drawing with crayons or building block skyscrapers, this is one spot where toddlers and older children can learn skills and socialize.

Sports

 * Soccer Net - Practice your Sim's precision aim under pressure as they fire a net-bursting shot on goal in this penalty kick scenario.
 * Football Toss - Polish your Sim's quarterback skills by throwing a perfect spiral (or for beginners, maybe sometimes a bit wobblier) to another Sim.
 * Basketball Court - The rhythmic bounce of the ball on the court, the airy swoosh as it passes cleanly through the net-sporty Sims will live shooting hoops alone or with friends.

Fitness

 * Jogging - Children, teen, and adult Sims can go for a run around the neighborhood and even invite other Sims along-a great way for parents to encourage fitness for younger sims. If your Sims have pets, they can even take their dog or cat along! (This activity is only available after your Sim has achieved a certain amount of enthusiasm for fitness.
 * Stationary Bike - They may not arrive in a different location, but steady pedaling helps keep Sims in sturdy shape.
 * Swimming - Children, teens, and adult Sims can go for a swim and gain Fitness enthusiasm

Science

 * Ant Habitat - Take a peek into the small but bustling world of your Sims very own formicaruim.
 * Telescope - Now your Sim can do more than just stargaze! From searching for constellations to seeking out planets to summoning alien life, the telescope offers scientifically-minded Sims a glimpse into another world.

Nature

 * Bird watching - Twitchers rejoice! Finally your Sims can get outdoors to watch a whole host of little winged wonders flying overhead.
 * Bug Collecting - Your Sims can go on a bug-hunting safari through their garden. Any creepy-crawlies they find are kept in their bug collection, which is initially kept in their inventory. You can take it out and display it so that they can see which insects they've harnesses and how much they still need to nab.
 * Hiking - Tromping through the woods is a great way to get a little exercise and a lot of fresh air while enjoying mother nature at her finest

Games

 * Video Games - Explore a resort town in MySims or take on a friend in FIFA 08. Your Sims can purchase new games for their consoles at shops that sell video games.
 * Board Games - Settle in for a night of family fun-or invite some friends over! Sims who play together build stronger relationships while engaging in these entertaining pursuits.

Cuisine

 * Cooking Competition - If your Sim can turn up the heat in the kitchen they can enter their best dishes in food contests. Top chefs can win blue ribbons and even cash prizes. Join the contest on any community lot which has a food competition table.
 * Nectar Bar - Sims can serve their guests delectable nectar to really get a party thumping. Choose from peach, grape, or berry flavors.
 * Platters of Food - As your Sim increases their enthusiasm for cuisine, they can gain the ability to serve platters of goodies from appetizers to cheese trays.

Tinkering

 * Tinker - Is your Sim unable to resist the urge to tinker with their household appliances? Such Sims get a kick out of winching the weight bench, tinkering with the tub, and finding other household appliances to fine-tune. Just make sure your Sim has enough mechanical skill to pursue this potentially shocking ability!
 * Remote controlled Vehicles- Sims can take control of a model helicopter or drive a remote-controlled car around the house
 * Model Train - Sims can meticulously create a picturesque landscape, complete with trees, water, and a town.
 * Restoring Cars - Turn a run-down car into a refurbished classic. Some Sims are never happier than when they're getting their hands dirty rebuilding an old automobile.

Film and Literature

 * Reading - Increase your Sims in an array of reading materials from ancient history to steamy romances to intense thrillers, your Sims can choose the type of book they curl up with.
 * Book Club - Sims can talk with other Sims and discuss books
 * Write a Novel - create a creepy horror story or pen a modern classic; your Sim can now author an assortment of masterpieces and then add their work to the collection in their bookcase.
 * Movie Mania - See any good films lately? Your Sims now have more choices than ever for what they watch on the box. With a variety of genres to choose from Sims are guaranteed to find something the whole family wants to watch!