What’s on
January Tuesday 1st January - Thursday 31st January 2013
The Ilam Folk Painting - the story of a village at Nicholson Gallery and Museum 10:00 to 16:00 (Closed on Sundays) Stockwell Street, Leek, ST13 6DW Inspired by the Bayeux Tapestry and 18th century Swedish naive art, this 18m long Ilam Folk Painting depicts the amazing history of the Staffordshire Peak District village of Ilam. A variety of activities will support this exhibition. Free entry. For more information call the art gallery on 01538 483740
Tuesday 1st January Sunday 6th January 2013
Ice skating at Trentham Estate 11.00am - 4.00pm Stone Road, ST4 8AX Trentham’s real Ice Rink is back in its beautiful lakeside setting - come along and take an exhilarating whirl around. Hot and cold drinks and snacks are available at the rink side.Each session starts on the hour and lasts 45 minutes. Please arrive 15 minutes before your session starts to collect your skates. Only 70 skaters are allowed on the ice for each session - so book ahead by calling 01782 646646! Skating boot sizes from child size 11 (29), to adult size 13 (48.5). For more information visit www.trentham.co.uk or tel 01782 646646
Wednesday 2nd January Sunday 6th January 2013
Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs at Stoke Repertory Theatre 14.15 and 19.15 Leek Road, Stoke-on-Trent, ST4 2TR Classic pantomime Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.£8.00 adults, £6.00 children/student/OAP. 10% discount on party bookings over 20. For more information or to book call 01782 317151
Wednesday 2nd January Saturday 5th January 2013
Cinderella at The Regent Theatre Piccadilly, ST1 1AP For more information or to book tickets tel- 01782 213800 or visithttp://www.atgtickets.com
Wednesday 2nd January Saturday 5th January 2013
Beauty and the Beast at Stafford Gatehouse Theatre 14.30 and 19.00 Eastgate Street, ST16 2LT To book call the box office on 01785 254653 or visit www.staffordgatehousetheatre.co.uk
Sunday 6th January 2013
New Year.....New Trail at RSPB Coombes Valley 10:00 to 13:00 Six Oaks Farm, Bradnop, Nr Leek, ST13 7EU Need a reason to get out and blow away the cobwebs after Christmas? £5.00 for adults, £3.00 for children Members half price (£2.50 & £1.50) For more information call 01538 384017
Monday 7th January Thurday 31st January 2013
Saturday 12th January Sunday 13th January 2013
Ice skating at Trentham Estate 11.00am - 4.00pm Stone Road, ST4 8AX Trentham’s real Ice Rink is back in its beautiful lakeside setting - come along and take an exhilarating whirl around. Hot and cold drinks and snacks are available at the rink side.Each session starts on the hour and lasts 45 minutes. Please arrive 15 minutes before your session starts to collect your skates. Only 70 skaters are allowed on the ice for each session - so book ahead by calling 01782 646646! Skating boot sizes from child size 11 (29), to adult size 13 (48.5). For more information visit www.trentham.co.uk or tel 01782 646646
Saturday 19th January Sunday 20th January 2013
Ice skating at Trentham Estate 11.00am - 4.00pm Stone Road, ST4 8AX Book ahead by calling 01782 646646! Skating boot sizes from child size 11 (29), to adult size 13 (48.5). For more information visit www.trentham.co.uk or tel 01782 646646
Tuesday 22nd January 2013
Fishy Tales at City Central Library 11:00 to 12:00 Bethesda Street, ST1 3RS Join them at their underwater storytime as they discover the creatures hiding beneath the deep blue sea. Followed by a craft activity to make your own beautiful Rainbow Fish. Suitable for babies, toddlers and preschool children. All children must be accompanied by a parent or carer. Free Event. For more information contact the City centre Library on 01782 238455
Saturday 26th January - Sunday 27th January 2013
Ice skating at Trentham Estate 11.00am - 4.00pm Stone Road, ST4 8AX Book ahead by calling 01782 646646! Skating boot sizes from child size 11 (29), to adult size 13 (48.5). For more information visit www.trentham.co.uk or tel 01782 646646
Garden sale at The Trentham Estate Stone Road, ST4 8AX Take an invigorating walk around the mile-long lake, through the historic gardens, parkland and woods or get active at the Adventure Playground. It certainly beats a visit to the gym! Warm up afterwards with a hot drink from the Italian Garden Tearoom, and take in the stunning panoramic views. *Not to be used in conjunction with any other offers, including 2for1s and Tesco Days Out Vouchers. All ticket categories are just £3.50 For more information visit www.trentham.co.uk or tel 01782 646646
Sunday 27th January 2013
Friday 10th January Sunday 12th January 2013
The Sound Of Music at The Regent Theatre Piccadilly, ST1 1AP The world famous heart-warming story of the von Trapp family and their escape from Nazi occupied Austria is brought to life in this lavish new production from Staffordshire’s Stage Productions. For more information or to book tickets tel- 01782 213800 or visit www.atgtickets.com
Beauty and the Beast at Stafford Gatehouse Theatre 14.30 (sunday only) and 19.00 Eastgate Street, ST16 2LT To book call the box office on 01785 254653 or visit www.staffordgatehousetheatre.co.uk
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Octonauts Character Appearance at The Potteries Shopping Centre Quadrant Road, ST1 1RZ Captain Barnacles and Kwazii character appearances at intervals throughout the day. Book FREE online from 13th January. For more information or to book tel- 01782 289822 or visit www.potteries.uk.com
Monday 28th January Thursday 31st January 2013
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