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Toy Giveaway!

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Conversation Cards

Sword & Shield Sets

Micro Scooter

Knitted Diplodocuses

Driving Experience

Space Magnetic Pack

Mermaid Tails

Robo Wunderkind

Animal Wall Prints

Germ Attack Games

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Contact Us

What a Year!

Editor: Katy Stollery editor@familiesfife.co.uk Tel: 07768741400

While it is disappointing not to be printing this edition, I am delighted to bring you a digital magazine instead. It’s not long now until Christmas, and, whilst it will feel different to usual, there will still be plenty to organise.

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In This Issue

4 Education 6 Christmas (part 1) 10 Local Christmas Gift Guide 12 Unusual Christmas Gift Guide 14 Great Families Toy Giveaway 15 Christmas (part 2) 18 Early Years 20 Family Life 23 Christmas (part 3) 26 Dates for your Diary

So, we’ve got every angle covered!

In a bid to support local, we have a selection of local gift ideas for all the family. So do check it out and please support LOCAL when you can.

Alongside that are cooking, decoration and card-making ideas for a cheaper and more eco-friendly season, opportunities for giving to others – right through to the best family films and Christmas Eve traditions!

So, make sure to save the link and keep it handy!

Marking our 30 year anniversary we are also delighted to bring you the Great Families Toy Giveaway – check out page 11 to enter.

All that’s left is to wish you a Merry Christmas!

Katy Stollery

Katy Stollery, editor Families Fife and Tayside Magazine

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EDUCATION

Choosing a Tutor for your Child

Why Children Should Write Creatively

In the past, parents might employ a tutor, discreetly, to help their child keep up at school.

Now tutoring is higher profile and focuses on making students more academically competitive – getting ahead, not just keeping up. So if your child needs a tutor, how do you choose one?

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Every day children experience events that are new to them as well as adding new words to their vocabulary. These new experiences help them to develop a curious mind and can trigger ideas which then develop into stories or creative writing.

So what benefits does this have?

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By Kate Hilpern

Improving your Child’s Working Memory

Children use working memory all the time: to remember what they read in the previous paragraph of a book, when doing mental maths and to follow directions with lots of steps. The good news is that, if your child’s working memory seems poor, it can be improved with practice.

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Anti-Bullying Week 16-20 November

Protecting your Child from Cyberbullying

Recognising a Subtle Type of Bullying

It’s been reported that 82% of parents said that their children’s screen time increased during lockdown, with some having an extra four hours or more of non-school related screen time per day. Given this increase, there is no question that cases of bullying will have increased.

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By Tanith Carey Imagine this.

Annabel spots classmate, Lisa, whispering to her best friend, Eve. Later, Eve informs Annabel that she only wants to play with Lisa today – and the two girls don’t save Annabel a seat at lunch.

Tearful and confused, Annabel wonders what she has done wrong….

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CHRISTMAS

Crafty Christmas Gifts for Teachers Make a homemade gift to say thank you to your teacher for their support this year.

Make a Pebble Teacher Paper Weight

Decorate a Plant Pot

Make a Jar of Chocolate Brownie Mix

Bake Flowerpot Bread

Knit an Apple

Make a DIY Pencil Holder

Put Together a Tea Wreath

Create a Cactus Pet Rock

Make Hot Chocolate Stirrers

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CHRISTMAS

Seasonal Acts of Kindness

It’s a tough time for everybody, so here are some different ways to support those in need.

Centrepoint More Than a Christmas Dinner

NSPCC Letter from Santa

#FoodBankAdvent Reverse Calendar

RSPCA Christmas Appeal

Action for Children: Be a Secret Santa

BookTrust Give a Festive Book Parcel

Save the Children Christmas Jumper Day

Age UK Say Hello to an Older Neighbour

Wear a Christmas Hat Day Support this vital research on 18 December for Brain Tumour Research.

Donate when you order Help a homeless young a letter from Santa for your child. person this Christmas.

Help rescue an Support your local food bank. Collect a Reverse abandoned/neglected animal.

Advent Calendar.

Help a vulnerable child have a happier Christmas.

Brighten a vulnerable Ideas for supporting an child’s Christmas with a Get your silliest jumper older neighbour with special gift book parcel. small acts of kindness. out on 11 December and donate £2.

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CHRISTMAS

Seasonal Acts of Kindness

You may want to consider how you can be especially kind to those closer to you too.

Acts of Kindness to Family at Home

Community Acts of Kindness

Exchange hugs often. Affection makes everyone happier and healthier.

Happy Hour. Spend time telling jokes, funny stories and smiling at each other!

Do a chore without being asked.

Help out in the kitchen even if it’s not your job/turn.

Leave a loving note for another family member.

Compliment each other.

Say thank you – every time!

Make a Reverse Advent Calendar. Choose something to donate each day and drop all the items to a local charity in time for Christmas.

Give blood.

Make “thank you” window posters for key workers.

Donate to an animal shelter blankets/treats/toys.

Let someone go ahead of you in a queue.

Pick up litter.

Volunteer with a charity.

Sing Christmas carols outside someone’s house – remember to socially distance!

Give a Christmas plant to someone who doesn’t get outside much.

Call a friend you haven’t seen for a long time.

Text someone and wish them well.

Send an elderly neighbour a Christmas card.

Give a book that has inspired you.

Do some shopping for a neighbour/friend who needs help. familiesonline.co.uk

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CHRISTMAS

SHOP LOCAL: CHRISTMAS GIFT GUIDE The season of giving is just around the corner, and now more than ever little gestures of goodwill will make a big difference. As a local Fife and Tayside mag, we wanted to show our support for local businesses. Below we’ve pulled together a few of our favourite products and services with links to the business, Facebook or Etsy pages. Happy Shopping!

Elements Hypnotherapy.com Give the gift of CALM this Christmas. Amy Solon is a clinical hypnotherapist offering gentle therapeutic approaches to help you feel calm, confident and in control of your life and choices.

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Louise Lord does Arbonne Make bath time more magical for your little one with this children’s pamper bag. Containing hair and body wash duos in Sugar Cookie, Snickerdoodle and Gingerbread scents. These festive themed cookie scents smell so good, even adults can’t resist! (177ml each).

Eco-friendly too. Packaging made from recycled plastic and a fabric gift bag you can reuse.

Arbonne is a holistic approach to beauty, health and wellness to improve the mind, body and skin.

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The Celtic Weaver Beautiful woven wall hangings handcrafted in Fife by Nicola Simpson. Each item individually made with various colours and textures of yarn – they come ready to hang. Small hangings £20, larger £35. Purchase direct from Etsy shop or DM for bespoke pieces via Instagram @thecelticweaver. cruelty free. Products include, nutrition, skincare, hair care, make up, bath and body and our ABC children's range.

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Millie and Rosie Crafts Millie & Rosie Crafts based in Dunfermline, offers a gorgeous range of handmade & personalised gifts from Scottish inspired frames, needle felted items, jewellery to sewn items.

Prices start from as little as £2.

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Donna’s Book Shelf An Independent Usborne Organiser with a passion for growing little minds through a love of books. Shop with confidence at Donna’s Book Shelf where the right Usborne book for your child awaits you.

The range also includes exciting jigsaws, crafts, sticker books and more.

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Rowan Tree Gift Shop

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High Street, Falkland (directly opposite the Palace)

If you prefer to shop face to face, then check out The Rowan Tree Gift shop in Falkland.

Established for nearly 30 years, family owned and run we pride ourselves in sourcing quality, handmade, local accessories and gifts starting from as little as £2. From cosy knits and tweeds to pretty scarves and sparkly jewellery - step into an aladdin’s cave when you visit us. We look forward to welcoming you. familiesonline.co.uk

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CHRISTMAS

The Unusual Christmas Gift Guide Surprise your kids with some quirky gifts this Christmas!

Wooden Shield/ Sword Set

Perfectly designed for little hands and big adventures. Ages 4+. £15.

PomPom Climbing Triangle

Munchy Play Plate

Fun dining as little ones whizz toy cars/trains around meals. Ages 6mths+. £14.50.

Space Magnetic Pack

An affordable Christmas gift with an intergalactic theme.

Ages 5+. £25.

First-of-its-kind climbing triangle which can be folded away at night. Ages 3+. £325.

Young Driver Drive-tastic

Get behind the wheel for a memorable driving experience!

Ages 5+ £32.99.

Christmas Cracker Puzzles

Best Years Dino Love

Together Equal Conversation Cards

Gruffalo Micro Scooter

Bright, knitted diplodocus dinosaur – sturdy but soft too!

Age 0+. £14.99.

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Great stocking filler.

Thought-provoking conversation starters.

Ages 7+. £7.99.

Premium wooden puzzles in cracker packaging. Ages 3-8. £9.95.

Exclusive for 2020.

Range of prints and colours. Ages 1-5. From £95.95. familiesonline.co.uk

CHRISTMAS

The Unusual Christmas Gift Guide Surprise your kids with some quirky gifts this Christmas!

Horrible Science Germ Attack

Planet Mermaid Tails

Smart Counting Football

Junko Zoomer Kits

Follow Me Ball

Penguins On Ice

Robo Wunderkind

Engenius Contraptions Marble Run

Animal Wall Prints

Imagination-stimulating Beautifully designed board game with a and created mermaid topical subject! Ages tails. 100% swimmable!

8+. £19.99.

Ages 3+. From £33.99.

Counts up to 100 keepy-uppies with lights and sounds.

Ages 6+. £20.

Make junk into working A colour changing Unique, award-winning toys using problemmotorised ball for baby puzzle game with solving skills. Ages to follow. Ages: 6mths+ multi-level challenges.

6-10. From £9.99. £16.99.

Ages 6+ £19.99.

Award-winning robotics kits that teach coding through the joy of play. Ages 4-10.

From £199. familiesonline.co.uk

Wooden perpetual motion marble run.

Ages 10+. £28.99.

Bespoke, personalised animal wall or shelf prints. Ages 0+.

From £10.

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CHRISTMAS

The Great Families® Toy Giveaway!

WIN! 1 of 3

Mermaid Tails from Planet Mermaid

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Gruffalo Micro Scooter from Micro Scooter

Germ Attack Game from Horrible Science

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WIN! 1 of 5

Sword & Shield Sets from Green Owl Toys

Conversation Cards from Together Equal

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Child’s Animal Print from Lauren May Illustrates

Knitted Diplodocus from Best Years

Vroom Vroom Plate from Munchy Play

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1 of 2 Young Driver Driving Experience (10-17yrs)

Space Magnetic Set from Time Flies for Kids WIN!

Explorer Lite from Robo Wunderkind

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CHRISTMAS

Are You Dreaming of a Green Christmas?

Here are some of our ideas for an eco-friendly Christmas.

Buy a Living Christmas Tree

Keep it outside and bring in every year.

Free Christmas Gift Cheques

Avoid unnecessary gift giving and waste.

Pledge to do something instead.

Buy Reusable Crackers

Fill with your own special gifts and surprises. familiesonline.co.uk

Invest in a Reusable Advent Calendar Fill with your own treats each year.

Dedicate a Tree

Give a gift that keeps on growing.

Use Eco-Friendly Wrapping Paper

Make sure it is recyclable and, if possible, made from recycled paper.

Introduce Some Vegan Food

Reduce your carbon footprint by trying some vegan food.

Charity Christmas E-cards

Help a charity at same time as helping the planet.

Switch to LED Christmas Lights

Use up to 80% less energy than standard lights.

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CHRISTMAS

DIY Christmas Cards Kids love to make or colour their own and they are so much more special than bought cards!

Surprise Christmas Cracker Card

Tinsel Tree Card

Sesame Street Christmas Card

Hand-Stitched Christmas Cards

Confetti Christmas Card

Layered Christmas Tree Card

Snow Surprise Christmas Card

Reindeer Christmas Card

Fingerprint Light Cards

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CHRISTMAS

Christmas Eve Traditions

Mix and match ideas for different parts of the day and create family traditions that your children will treasure.

Morning

Afternoon

Posh breakfast. Enjoy pancakes and bacon using festive plates and cups.

Feed the birds. Hang edible treats or a feeder so the birds can have Christmas dinner!

Make reindeer food. Mix edible glitter and oats to sprinkle outside for Rudolph and friends.

Write a thank you letter to Santa. Encourage your kids to leave thank you notes for Santa.

Create a Santa sack for others.

Get your children to select unwanted toys for Santa to pick up and take to other children.

Bake something Christmassy.

Gingerbread, shortbread, cookies or a cake.

Exercise. A family walk or cycle will help your children settle to sleep on the big night.

Set up a treasure hunt. Leave clues around the house for kids to find a special Christmas Eve present like a tree decoration.

Family photoshoot. Take a family selfie. Compare with Christmas photos from previous years.

Play a game. Introduce a new card game or play a board game.

Evening Snuggle up and watch a film, read a Christmas story or watch a panto.

Leave food out for Santa. Don’t forget a carrot for Rudolph!

Enjoy virtual Christmas carols.

This year many organisations will be having carolling events online.

Go on a family Christmas light walk. Get some fresh air and check out the neighbourhood Christmas lights.

Carol singing. Wrap up warm and treat neighbours and friends to your angelic voices – at a safe distance!

Hang up the stockings.

Remember the most important tradition of all (as if you’d forget)! familiesonline.co.uk

November/ December 17

EARLY YEARS

Best Sing-Alongs for Learning Songs can help children learn and remember. Check out these great singalongs for under 5s.

Days of the Week Song

Counting to Ten in Four Languages There’s English, German, Portuguese and Indonesian.

Great for co-ordination and includes signing.

Shapes Song

Shape up with The Hippie Hippie Shapes in the CBeebies house.

Alphabet Song

Bring the alphabet to life with this memorable song and movement routine.

Months of the Year

Head, Shoulders, Knees and Toes

12 Days of Christmas

So Many Colours to See

Learn the days of the week with Buzz the Bandleader.

Teaches co-ordination and body parts.

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Sing and count with this popular Christmas song.

The Wheels on the Bus

Learn the months by singing along with Marvie from Sesame Street.

Learn about colours with The Wiggles.

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EARLY YEARS

The Importance of Toddler Play

By Dr Sarah Mundy

Play is an enjoyable part of childhood, and an important one for the developing brain. Through play, children develop physically, emotionally, cognitively and creatively. It allows them to engage in the world in a way that feels safe, explore different roles, address fears, and develop confidence.

Children who have parents who actively play with them, learn about sharing, problem solving and decision-making more quickly than those who don’t. Playing with your child also helps you understand their world and shows them you are interested in them, both important aspects of a secure attachment relationship, which is seen as the cornerstone of a child’s development.

So playing with our children is very important, even though prioritising this can be difficult. But how do we initiate play? And what do we do?

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Unlock Your Child’s Inner Superpowers

Children’s charity Barnardo’s has launched the Super Seekers activity packs for children aimed at helping to develop life skills such as kindness, creativity and resilience. The packs are designed to help children ages 3 to 5 years develop important life skills through fun and imaginative play.

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November/ December 19

FAMILY LIFE

Storytelling Ideas for Parents

By Becky Cranham www.planbee.com

Voice and Intonation Your tone of voice is crucial in engaging your children and helping them understand the story. Convey emotions by: Slowing or quickening your voice Changing the volume of your voice Making your voice higher/lower Use different voices for different characters.

Questions

Asking your child questions about what is happening and how they feel about it can help keep them engaged and following the plot.

Repeated Phrases Help Kids Join In

Think, the Three Little Pigs - “I’ll huff and I’ll puff and I’ll blow your house down!”

Try books like Not Now, Bernard Green Eggs and Ham We’re Going on a Bear Hunt Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?

Use Story Tools

Tired brain? Use tools like Roll and Write Story Ideas Generator to come up with basic plots.

Build on Familiar Stories…

Use Wordless Picture Books

…and change the setting, characters or details. Turn Snow White into a cat who runs away from the evil cat queen and lives with a group of seven friendly squirrels!

Describe the setting, characters, and what they say. Encourage your children to join in. Do they agree with your version? Can they make up their own? Try: Flotsam Flora and the Flamingo The Snowman Owl Bat Bat Owl Clown Mirror Journey Once Upon a Snowstorm

Or add your child as a character in stories like The Little Mermaid or modern classics like Bob the Builder.

Draw on Life Experiences You may, of course, embellish/ leave out certain details! Tell your children funny stories about when they were younger.

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Tell Stories Anytime, Anywhere…. …not just at bedtime!

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FAMILY LIFE

How to Have a Thrifty Christmas

How Many Toys Does a Child Need?

The pandemic, lockdown, a slowdown in the economy, and job losses have affected many people’s finances across the UK, meaning less money to spend on Christmas. So here are some great festive money-saving tips from our Families® experts, to help you enjoy Christmas without breaking the bank.

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Toys have a way of taking over.

Before you know it, you are knee-deep in discarded Lego and naked Barbie dolls. The children are bored, the house is a mess and no one is happy. Most families have too many toys and more toys actually equals less play. Why is this?

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Christmas if You’re Separated

By Rebecca Giraud and Bob Greig

All separated parents have a puzzle to solve at Christmas.

How are you going to create a Christmas that is affordable, achievable, pleases the kids and works for your child’s other parent? None of this is easy…

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November/ December 21

FAMILY LIFE

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Runners up will receive one of 5 sets of 7 Personalised Christmas Elf Letter NEWS or ACTIVITY Bundles.

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Top Self-Care Tips for Working Parents

The Covid-19 pandemic has been a huge test of parents’ resilience and adaptability. So how can you last the distance?

Mental well-being is crucial for the long haul - and because your mental health effects that of your children. Our friends at Working Mums have 8 top tips for looking after yourself if you’re a working parent.

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Letter from Santa

What could be more special than a letter in the post from Santa?

Children can receive a FREE letter from Santa via the Royal Mail if they post their letter to him by 11 December. Envelopes must have either a first or second class stamp and be addressed to Santa/Father Christmas, Santa’s Grotto, Reindeerland, XM4 5HQ. Letters must include your child’s full name and address.

Children can also receive a personalised reply from Santa via his elves at the NSPCC in exchange for a minimum £5 donation. Order online by 9 December. familiesonline.co.uk

CHRISTMAS

Christmas Decorations to Make with the Kids

Tree House Decoration

Paper Plate Christmas Tree Twirler

DIY Wrapping Paper

Snowman Lantern

Paper Angel Garlands

Pine Cone Mouse

Paper Ball Reindeer

3D Christmas Tree

Paper Plate Santa

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November/ December 23

CHRISTMAS

Christmas Cooking with the Kids Get the whole family busy in the kitchen with these exciting seasonal recipe ideas.

Mini Gingerbread Houses

Christmas Yoghurt Bark Slices

Rudolph Shortbread

Rudolph Pancakes

Santa Brownie Hats

Sweet Snowballs

Christmas Pudding Rice Krispie Cakes

Melted Snowmen Cookies

Kid’s Christmas Trifles

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CHRISTMAS

Best Family Christmas Movies Snuggle up on the sofa with your family and some Quality Street or mince pies to watch a classic Christmas movie!

Home Alone

Elf

The Holiday

An 8 year old boy protects his house from burglars when he is left home alone.

A man-sized Elf (Will Ferrell) wreaks havoc on the elf community.

Cheesy rom-com. Kate Winslett/Cameron Diaz find romance on a home swap.

How the Grinch Stole Christmas

It’s a Wonderful Life

The Muppet Christmas Carol

Love Actually

Miracle on 34th Street

Jim Carrey is the perfect Grinch in this memorable festive flick.

Great British actors, a brilliant soundtrack, a festive classic that can be watched every year! familiesonline.co.uk

Beautiful black and white classic for the whole family.

A Christmas remake that’s as charming as the 1947 original.

Loveable remake of Dickens classic, A Christmas Carol, with Michael Caine.

Nativity

Fondly remember the chaotic nativity plays you’ve all endured/ enjoyed!

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What’s On?

Dates for your diary...

PLEASE NOTE: All details were confirmed at the time of going to print. Due to the current restrictions, it is essential you phone/ email ahead to check that the date and time of activities list have not been amended and if advanced booking is required.

OKE, Party Bingo and Interactive Quiz.

WHEN: THURSDAY 26 TO 28 NOVEMBER Where: Errol Showground, between Dundee/Perth Age: Suitable for the whole family How Much: See website for prices. www.theparkinglotsocial.co.uk/ christmas/dundee-perth/ WHAT: CHRISTMAS VIRTUAL ONLINE EVENT WHEN: FRIDAY 27 TO SUNDAY 29 NOVEMBER Where: Online at Millie and Rosie Crafts Age: All welcome Cost: Free to look! Prices start from £2 @MillieandRosiecrafts on Facebook

NOVEMBER WHAT: FUTURE OF TRANSPORT WHEN: NOW UNTIL 30 DECEMBER – Open every Sat, Sun and Wednesday from 1st November Where: Dundee Museum of Transport, Dundee Age: All Ages How Much: £3+ upwards www.dmoft.co.uk/event/thefuture-of-transort-exhibition/ WHAT: MARY QUANT EXHIBITION, V&A MUSEUM DUNDEE WHEN: NOW UNTIL SUNDAY 17 JANUARY 2021 Where: V&A Museum, Dundee Age: All ages How Much: £6 - £10.50 www.vam.ac.uk/dundee/ exhibitions/mary-quant WHAT: BLOOMING MARVELLOUS WHEN: NOW UNTIL 14 FEBRUARY 2021 Where: Kirkcaldy Galleries Age: Suitable for the whole family How Much: Free – Booking required www.onfife.com/whats-on/detail/ blooming-marvellous-3 WHAT: BOOKBUG ONLINE SESSION WHEN: EVERY MONDAY IN NOVEMBER FOR 40 MINS Where: Online with Kirkcaldy Galleries Age: 0-4 years How Much: Free www.onfife.com/whats-on/detail/ bookbug-online-group-session-2 WHAT: LITTLE STARS ZOOM ONLINE CREATIVE PLAY WORKSHOPS – DRAMA, MUSIC AND MOVEMENT WHEN: TUESDAYS 3, 10, 17 + 24 NOVEMBER AND 1, 8 + 15 DECEMBER Time: 10am – 10.30am Location: Online via Zoom Age: Little stars under 5s How Much: £2 per date www.horsecross.co.uk

26 November/December

WHAT: EXPLORE! TRAVELLERS AND TRAILBLAZERS WHEN: SATURDAY 14 NOVEMBER TO SATURDAY 10 APRIL 2021 Where: Dunfermline Carnegie Library & Galleries Age: Suitable for the whole family How Much: Free www.onfife.com/venues/ dunfermline-carnegie-librarygalleries WHAT: BOWHOUSE MARKET WEEKENDS WHEN: SATURDAY 14 & SUNDAY 15 NOVEMBER, SATURDAY 12 & SUNDAY 13 DECEMBER Where: Bowhouse on Balcaskie Estate, East Neuk of Fife Age: All welcome How Much: Free entry www.bowhousefife.com

WHAT: CHRISTMAS FAYRE WHEN: SATURDAY 28 TO 29 NOVEMBER, 11AM TO 4PM Where: Hill of Tarvit Mansion and Gardens, Cupar Age: All Welcome How Much: Free entry www.nts.org.uk/visit/events/ christmas-fayre-at-hill-of-tarvitmansion WHAT: CHRISTMAS BAKING FOR CHILDREN WHEN: SATURDAY 28 TO 29 NOVEMBER, 11 AM, 1PM & 3PM Where: Hill of Tarvit Mansion and Gardens, Cupar Age: All Welcome How Much: £7.50 www.nts.org.uk/visit/events/ christmas-baking-for-children

DECEMBER

WHAT: LATE NIGHT CHRISTMAS SHOPPING, FALKLAND, FIFE WHEN: WEDNESDAY 18 AND 25 NOVEMBER, WEDNESDAY 2 DECEMBER Where: The Rowan Tree gift shop, High Street, Falkland (directly opposite front entrance gates to Palace) Age: All welcome Cost: Free entry, Prices start from £2

WHAT: MAGGIE’S ELF FAMILY FUN RUN WHEN: SUNDAY 6 DECEMBER Where: Virtual Age: Family How Much: Raise min of £50 donation www.eventbrite.com/e/elfvirtual-family-fun-run-2020tickets-122696591809 WHAT: CENTRAL FIFE OPEN STUDIOS FESTIVE POP UP WHEN: 5 & 6 DECEMBER, SATURDAY 10 am - 4.30 pm, Sunday, 11 am 4.30 pm Where: Burntisland Heritage Centre, 4 Kirkgate, Burntisland, KY3 9DB Cost: Free Entry Age: All Welcome www.centralfifeopenstudios.org

WHAT: OH YES WE ARE! A QUEST FOR LONG LOST LIGHT AND LAUGHTER We’re keeping the spirit of panto alive in Perth Theatre this Christmas with our physically distanced panto promenade. Also available live via Zoom.

WHEN: THU 10 – THU 24 DEC Time: various, see website for details Location: Perth Theatre or online via Zoom Price: £25; online £16 (inc £1.50 booking fee per ticket) www.horsecross.co.uk WHAT: BOWHOUSE MARKET WEEKENDS WHEN: Saturday 12 & Sunday 13 December Where: Bowhouse on Balcaskie Estate, East Neuk of Fife Age: All welcome How Much: Free entry www.bowhousefife.com

WHAT: CONIFOX’S DRIVE THRU CHRISTMAS EXPERIENCE WHEN: 3 TO 23 DECEMBER Where: Kirkliston, Edinburgh Age: Suitable for the whole family How Much: 2pm – 4pm (£20 per car) and 4pm – 9pm (£25 per car) www.conifox.co.uk WHAT: THE PARKING LOT WINTER FESTIVAL – including Adult Comedy Night, Movie Night (Home Alone / ELF) with Pre-show Live DJs, Panto Experience: Cinderella and The Big Weekender, CAR-A-

How Much: £10 donation www.eventbrite.com/e/carols-onyour-couch-tickets-94613771337

WHAT: MAGGIE’S CAROLS ON YOUR COUCH WHEN: THURSDAY 3 DECEMBER AT 19:30 Where: Online Age: All welcome

WHAT: ART-TASTIC WHEN: 19 DECEMBER TO 10 APRIL 2021 Where: St Andrews Museum, St Andrews Age: All welcome How Much: Free www.onfife.com/whats-on/detail/ art-tastic

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