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YMCA day camps this February It’s not too late to book for this half term! From the 16th – 20th of February we’ll be swimming,
trampolining and dancing in locations all over Nottinghamshire. All of our sites are registered with Ofsted and our staff have extensive training so that day camps are a safe and fun place to be for your 4 – 14 year old. Camps are near to commuter routes and are open from 8am – 6pm for your convenience. To find out more and download our brochure visit
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Winning business skills for Dagfa School! During the Autumn term, the Nottingham Hospitals Charity ran Project 10, an exciting opportunity for pupils to demonstrate their business skills and raise money. Dagfa School Nottingham were chosen as one of the 10 schools and at the beginning of term, 10 groups of pupils were each given £10 to invest and make money with over an eight week period. During their Enrichment sessions on Wednesday afternoons, the pupils looked at business models and tried online business simulations before planning their own activities, which ranged from cake baking, to healthy fruit smoothies, to flavoured popcorn, to house cleaning, to selling time on computer games! The pupils really enjoyed the valuable experience of the pressure of running a
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business. The pupils raised an excellent amount of money for charity, and Dagfa were very proud when one of the teams won the overall Project 10 competition for the whole of Nottingham. Lucy Eastwood and Hana Hussain’s business, “Luna” was judged to have stood out from the rest of the competition by their resourcefulness and adaptability to the market. For more information about Dagfa School T: 0115 9138330 E: J_Logan@dagfaschool.notts.sch.uk www.dagfaschool.notts.sch.uk
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Party animals for extra special parties My name is Zoe Godfrey the owner of Party Animals. The idea of Party Animals came to me whilst travelling around Australia and New Zealand on an extended gap year, during which time I worked on cattle ranches, sheep farms and within the polo industry. Managing my current job as a riding school instructor alongside setting up Party Animals has not been easy but with the support of my family I am able to live my dream developing my own business and blessed to be working with children and animals every day. Party Animals gives children an experience they will never forget. Getting up close and personal with a variety of animals they may have never seen before never
mind encountered, learning where they came from and how to look after them. Having my own mini zoo at home and Pongo the skunk running around my house is now the norm for me and my family! Party Animals Ltd www.partyanimalsltd.vpweb.co.uk T: 07983 600879
.... East Midlands Fencing
Education & care The SENAD Group provide locally based specialist education, care and community support services for the most complex, vulnerable and hard to place young people and adults. Our services work with people with autism, mild to severe learning difficulties, mental health and challenging behaviour and are shaped to meet the changing needs of people as they move from childhood to adulthood and beyond. For more information please call our Referrals Officer, Caroline Eaton on Tel: 01332 378 840 Or visit www.senadgroup.com
The East Midlands Region Beginner and Intermediate Fencing Competition will be held at Clifton Leisure Centre on Saturday 7th Feb. The event is an excellent opportunity for participants to get their first taste of competitive fencing and for spectators to get a free, up-close view of a new sport. The event will be hosted by Radcliffe Sword Club who run regular beginners’ courses at Clifton Leisure Centre. Free entry and club members will be on-hand to explain the action to those who have not seen fencing before. The next courses start in the Easter term (from Tuesday 28th April), so why not sign up? East Midlands Region Beginner and Intermediate Fencing Competitions Clifton Leisure Centre, Southchurch Drive, Clifton NG11 8AB. Saturday 7th Feb from 0930. Radcliffe Sword Club www.radcliffeswordclub.co.uk email: radcliffeswordclub@gmail.com
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Jo Jingles – Gaynor celebrates 10 years of pre-school musical fun! Gaynor Smith is delighted to be celebrating her 10th Year as a Jo Jingles franchisee this year! Her passion for the business is stronger than ever running the countries leading music and movement experience with the educational slant for children aged from 3 months to 5 years.
The age specific classes are held in West Bridgford, Gamston, Mapperley, Wollaton, Long Eaton, Beeston, Bingham, Giltbrook and Ravenshead! ‘Jo Jingles is a highly established and successful programme which gives babies and toddlers a fun introduction to music through the use of songs, nursery rhymes, percussion instruments, movement and dance. We use high quality music, instruments and props. I feel so lucky to have such an amazing job!’ For further details on classes call Gaynor on:
0870 900 4567 Or email: gaynor.jojingles@ntlworld.com www.jojingles.com/nottingham
.... A Forward Thinking School for Your Child Today’s children may one day do jobs that don’t yet exist, using technologies not yet invented. At The Elms Junior School and Nursery, part of Trent College, we help children reach their unique potential, ready to make the most of their futures. We are a caring and friendly community who recognise that children will flourish at a school in which they are happy. We treat children as individuals and give them a wealth of opportunities to grow and develop; through small class sizes, specialist teaching, first class facilities and a warm, friendly atmosphere. At The Elms we understand that your child’s happiness and the quality of their education is your top priority and we are confident that we can meet your highest expectations. Contact us to find out more via www.elmsschool.net
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Free Trial available throughout February* Free Trial available Arnold StudyFebruary* Centre throughout 0115 8224711 Arnold Study Centre Sherwood Study Centre 0115 8224711
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Free Trial at your local Kumon study centre The Kumon Arnold and Sherwood Study Centres are offering a two-week Free Trial for new students throughout February. Take advantage of this opportunity and find out what your child can achieve through the Kumon Maths and English Programmes. Kumon offers individualised worksheetbased maths and English study programmes which are tailored to all ages and abilities. Established for over 50 years, the Kumon programmes enable children to develop their study skills and confidently tackle advanced work. Through the daily Kumon study programmes, your child will develop independent learning skills giving them the ability to learn for themselves so they do not become dependent on – or limited by – the skills and knowledge of others. For more information, please contact: Arnold Centre – Bilquees Akbar on 0115 8224711 or email arnold@kumoncentre.co.uk Sherwood Centre – Caroline Cochrane on 0115 8751271 or email sherwood@kumoncentre.co.uk www.kumon.co.uk
Contact your instructor for a FREE Trial Bilquees Akbar Bilquees Akbar0115 0115822 8224711 4711
.... New Youth Theatre Summer Camp A great opportunity for young performers aged 5-12 years to work towards a mini-production of “Matilda” in just 3 days. The workshops will include classes in acting, singing and dancing with the performance being held on the afternoon of the final day. This performance is free to parents and friends. The workshops will be held in the following venues: Methodist Church Centre, West Bridgford. 12th – 14th August (10am – 4pm daily) St John’s Old School, Mansfield, 19th – 21st August (10am – 4pm daily) The cost for the workshop is £70 includes free entry to the show. Places are already going fast so book early to avoid disappointment. To find out more or book a place call 01623 406284 or visit www.newyouththeatre. co.uk/mansfield or www.newyouththeatre. co.uk/nottingham
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Exciting times for Little Wickets
Iona School Open Morning
2015 sees their website release of two new Parent Testimonial videos. Little Wickets’ parents share their thoughts on all the cricket fun & games, the coaching quality; including Graeme Swann (Ex England Bowler & cricket commentator) & Chris Read (Nottinghamshire County Cricket’s Captain) Chris Read and his family share their thoughts on the best bits for their children at the regular weekly sessions and the Holiday Camps. Little Wickets offer Cricket Fun for the under 7s (with separate pre-school session kids can start as young as 2 ½) and Holiday Camps for all Primary School Kids Little Wickets 0115 924 8476 info@littlewickets.com www.littlewickets.com Be our Friends on Facebook (Little Wickets) and twitter (@littlewickets)
Founded in 1985, Iona School is an independent primary school offering Waldorf education based on the principles of Rudolf Steiner for children aged 3-11. The education at Iona School fosters healthy development in every child and enables them to reach their potential. We believe that education should be a continuing process, and our task is to stimulate and develop the faculties and skills which enable our pupils to learn for life…from life…throughout life. Our next Open Morning is on Thursday 5th February, 9.30am-12 noon. To register contact Dominique Allen, Admissions Manager on 0115 9415295. Further information about Iona School can be found on their website: www.theionaschool.org.uk
.... Why not celebrate in literary style? Nottinghamshire’s newest registration office offering wedding and civil partnership ceremonies is part of DH Lawrence Heritage Centre – Eastwood’s popular tourist attraction. The recently refurbished ceremony room, which can take up to 40 guests, has a light and modern look whilst retaining the venue’s original features. Options for catering, drinks and canapés are available and you can even have themed weddings linked to the building’s museum and art gallery. This simply stunning venue offers the ideal location for your special day. The charming parkland grounds provide the perfect backdrop for all your wedding photographs. Ceremonies start at just £100. Book your ceremony now by calling Nottinghamshire Registration Service on 0300 500 80 80. www.celebrateinnottinghamshire.co.uk
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Beeston Update! Stagecoach Theatre Arts
for young people aged 4 - 18years Nurturing and developing young people’s potential through dance, drama and singing.
Stagecoach Mansfield Call: 01623 642061 or email: mansfield@stagecoach.co.uk
www.stagecoach.co.uk/mansfield
Stagecoach Beeston 5 minutes from A52 Bramcote Island
Call: 01158 510352 or email: beeston@stagecoach.co.uk
www.stagecoach.co.uk/beeston
Enrolling now!
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Stagecoach Beeston (established in 2003) operates 36 weeks of the year on Saturdays at the Alderman White school in Bramcote. We provide quality training in the performing arts (dance, drama and singing) to children aged 4-18 years. In 2015, we are excited to be able to offer students (aged 6+) an exclusive opportunity to perform Horrible Histories - Groovy Greeks (Autumn term 2015). It is advisable to apply for a place early, as we expect a lot of interest in this! We are already enrolling for summer term 2015. We will also be going to see the show at the Nottingham Theatre Royal in November. In addition to exclusive offerings such as this, we offer workshops twice a year within the sessions. In recent years we have done a DJ workshop (and are about to do a second one!), a radio broadcast live online workshop and circus skills and stage make-up workshops.
Our students always arrive with a smile on their faces ready to start another exciting week with Stagecoach. Find out what it's all about by visiting www.stagecoach.co.uk/beeston , or call 0115 8510352 to discuss this directly with the school Principal, Debbie. Debbie is also available to contact by email on beeston@stagecoach.co.uk ENROLLING NOW FOR SUMMER TERM 2015.
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Design your way onto the Floral Trail A competition has been launched to give children and young people in Nottingham the opportunity to design two new sculptures for the city’s popular Floral Trail, which aims to make Nottingham as attractive a place as possible over the summer months to encourage more people to visit the city centre. The award-winning scheme is organised by Nottingham City Council as part of the Nottingham in Bloom campaign, in conjunction with the Nottingham Business Improvement District (BID). A key part of the city’s summer landscape for the past four years, the Floral Trail’s eye-catching planters are dotted around the city and contain imaginatively designed wicker sculptures which are planted with floral arrangements. Each one represents a different item that can be bought in the city centre or an item which shows how people can enjoy themselves in Nottingham. The 14-strong trail currently features: a handbag, a shoe, a perfume bottle, a jacket, a dress, a hat, a ring, a teapot, a chair, a champagne bottle, a guitar & treble clef, a coffee cup and last year’s competition winners, a cupcake and an ice-skate. The theme of this year’s competition is ‘Enjoying yourself in Nottingham’, for example, eating, drinking, shopping or leisure activities. The item could be something that represents the attractions and history of Nottingham such as a bike, football boots, theatre mask or cricket bat. It could be something to represent services and leisure time in the city, for instance a cocktail glass, cutlery or a hamburger or something you can buy in the city such as an umbrella, book, lamp or radio. Alternatively, young people can come up with their own ideas. The winning designs will be planted up with flowers and be on display in the city from June to the end of September 2015. Entrants must be under 18 and should send their entries to the Nottingham in Bloom team by 20th February 2015 for consideration. More information from the competitions page of the Nottingham in Bloom website www.nottinghamcity.gov.uk/bloom
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Award-winning storyteller entertains in Eastwood STORIES will be brought to life at a special Fairy Tale event at Eastwood’s D.H. Lawrence Heritage Centre, as professional storyteller Sophie Snell entertains children with a variety of traditional stories. Sophie will tell a variety of engaging traditional tales featuring dragons, giants, fairies, brave quests and clever heroines at the event at the Heritage Centre on Mansfield Road on Wednesday 18th February between 11.30am and 3.00pm with several sessions throughout the day at 11.30am, 12.30pm, 1.30pm and 2.30pm. Admission is £3.50 per child. All children must be accompanied by a responsible adult, with the first accompanying adult free and a £1.00 charge for additional adults.
.... Local play centre joins forces with Nottinghamshire schools to offer 100% attendance awards Pirate’s Play Centre of Sherwood, Nottingham, is teaming up with primary schools in the local area to provide an incentive scheme which will reward excellent school attendance. Pupils at the schools involved who show a record of 100% attendance each term will be treated to a free pass to Pirate’s Play Centre,
Sherwood’s popular play, party and laser centre. K Kerr, Manager of Pirate’s Play Centre, said: “We hope this scheme will be a great incentive which will encourage children to attend school with a positive attitude. As we have top-class café facilities at Pirate’s, serving specialty tea and freshly ground coffee with a brand new menu for 2015, we hope the free passes will be something that the parents and carers who ensure their child’s good attendance can enjoy as much as their children do.” Pirate's Play Centre has a junior play structure with giant astra-slide, sky glide and little tykes car track, with separate toddler and baby areas. Pirate's Play Centre can be found off Hucknall Road, at the bottom of Kelham Drive. 01159 603363 www.piratesplay.co.uk
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What’s On! Please check with the venue before travelling as details may change
Family Theatre
Sat 7th Feb: 4-6pm. A Komedy of Errors at Selston Parish Hall Starring Gerald the gentleman juggler – precise, short tempered, vain and Wallace the circus trainee – inexperienced…. From curtain up there’s trouble. When Gerald’s juggling partner walks out on him, he asks the agency to find a suitable replacement. With Wallace around, Gerald will need all his years of show business experience to keep the show on track. This wonderful family show is packed with music, dazzling juggling, daring unicycling, mystifying magic and hilarious comedy! T-01773 812012. E-bookings@selstonparishcouncil.co.uk
Sun 8th Feb: 1pm. Whatever the Weather at Lakeside Arts Centre
Suitable for 3-10 years and families, This quaint ornamental barometer, kept on a quiet wall, has told generation after generation what weather to expect today. When the little woman comes out it’s going to be sunny! When the little man comes out it’s going to rain! But what happens when the winds of change blow? T: 0115 846 7777 www.lakesidearts.org.uk
Wed 11th-Sat 14th Feb: WAVE at Nottingham Playhouse
Inspired by Shakespeare’s The Tempest, Wave explores the relationship between a parent and their offspring as they reach adulthood and leave home. It is written for an audience of teenagers and adults with severe learning disabilities along with their companions. Performed for small audiences in a purpose-built theatre, and featuring live music, singing and digital projection, this play offers a unique experience rich in action, colour, sound, touch and emotion. T-0115 941 9419
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Wed 11th-Sun 15th Feb: Les Miserables (School Edition) at Nottingham Arts Theatre
Set in France, in 1815, Les Miserables is the story of struggle and redemption against a backdrop of the French revolution. This legendary musical has been specially adapted to meet the needs of young performers. This author-approved edition has been abridged to a running time of just over two hours, while carefully maintaining the integrity of one the greatest musicals ever written. T- 0115 947 6096. www.nottingham-theatre.co.uk
Wed 11th-Thurs 12th Feb: 7pm. All Janus’ Children at Mansfield Palace Theatre
Janus, the Roman God, has set up an experiment. He wants to know if the innocence of youth will lead to young people instinctively learning how to survive. Young people aged 12-15 from two different time periods wake up one morning to find adults and younger children have disappeared. How will they survive? For the children of 1864, social class is an issue. Modern day kids are more bothered about technology grinding to a halt.T-01623633133. www.mansfield.gov.uk/palacetheatre
Sun 15th Feb: 11am and 3pm. Mansfield Palace Theatre hosts the official singalonga Frozen
On-screen Lyrics, a host, fancy dress competition, interactive fun pack and lots of audience participation! The host leads a 20 minutes warm up and shows the audience how to use the fun pack and then the audience become the stars! In the established Singalonga tradition, people dress up as their favourite character for the fancy dress competition and who wouldn’t want to be a Snow Queen for the day or Olaf the snowman, the coolest iceman ever! T-01623633133. www.mansfield.gov.uk/palacetheatre
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Sun 15th Feb: 1pm and 3.30pm. THE THREE WISE MONKEYS at Lakeside Arts Centre
Suitable for 3-7 years and their families. Hiccup Theatre bring their exciting style to this classic Japanese proverb, juggling live music, puppetry and mischievous storytelling into a brand new version perfect for little ones and their grown-ups by acclaimed Olivier Award winning writer Mike Kenny. Perfect for all little monkeys and their families! Make your own Seeno, Hearno and Sayno monkey. Free with a ticket for today’s show! T: 0115 846 7777 .www.lakesidearts.org.uk
Sun 22nd Feb: 2pm. 3 Pigs at Create Theatre, West Notts College
A sty full of stories and song! The Three Little Pigs, Susannah the Fanciful Sow and The Old Woman and her Pig are all brought to life with the amazing ingenuity and formidable storytelling skills of Rod Burnett and Storybox Theatre. This porcine show will send magic tingling up the spines of piglets, sows and boars of all ages! T-01623 413363. E- info@ createtheatre.co.uk
Tues 24th Feb: 7.30pm. Dr Jekyll & Mr Hyde at Mansfield Palace Theatre
Robert Louis Stevenson’s cult classic is reinterpreted in this modern adaptation set in an alternative London of the future. A devoted man of science, high-profile cancer specialist Dr Henry Jekyll’s controversial research leads him to accidentally unleash his ultimate inner demon: the infamous Mr Hyde. T-01623633133. www.mansfield.gov.uk/palacetheatre
Holiday Clubs and Camps Mon 16th-Fri 20th Feb: 8-6pm. YMCA February 15 Discovery Camp Wollaton £30.00 per day. 5-14 years. ymcadaycamps@nottsymca.org. T-0115 711 7006
Mon 16th-Fri 20th Feb: 8-6pm. YMCA February 15 Traditional Camp Kimberley
£30.00 per day. 5-14 years. ymcadaycamps@ nottsymca.org. T-0115 711 7006
Mon 16th-Fri 20th Feb: 8-6pm. YMCA Feb Camp 15 at Rushcliffe Leisure Centre £30.00 per day. 5-14 years. ymcadaycamps@ nottsymca.org. T-0115 711 7006
Mon 16th-Fri 20th Feb: 8-6pm. YMCA February 2015 Camp at Arnold Hill Academy
£30.00 per day. 5-14 years. ymcadaycamps@ nottsymca.org. T-0115 711 7006
Mon 16th-Fri 20th Feb: 8-3.30pm. YMCA February Camp 2015 at Aspley Youth and Community Centre
£14.75 per day. 5-14 years. ymcadaycamps@ nottsymca.org. T-0115 711 7006
Mon 16th-Wed 18th Feb: 9am-3.30pm Little Wickets Holiday Camp at Rushcliffe Leisure Centre
For 5 – 10 Year Olds. 4 Year Olds (even if they are at school full time) can do Mornings Only. Drop off from 8.30am and pick up until 4pm. The kids should bring their own packed lunch & drinks. We will be indoors most of the time. If the weather is fine there will be games & activities outside on the Astro turf & field. Places are limited. Early Booking Discounts are available. All abilities welcome. E- info@littlewickets.com. T- 0115 924 8476. www.littlewickets.com
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Mon 16th-Fri 20th Feb: 8.30am-5.30pm. Holiday Club at Dunkirk Fun Club Half days available: 8.30am-1.00pm or 1.00pm-5.30pm. Children bring their own packed lunch. We have a variety of activities on offer providing opportunities for free play, sport, games, arts, crafts,music or quiet activities, reading or homework. There are also board games, books, TV, Play station,computer/internet, table tennis and Nintendo Wii. T- 0115 9153273. E-funclub@ dunkirk.nottingham.sch.uk
Wed 18th-Thurs 19th Feb: 9.30-3.30pm. Simply Dance Holiday Club, Radcliffe on Trent Fri 20th Feb: 9.30-3.30pm. Simply Dance Holiday Club, Mapperley DANCE DRAMA, GAMES, ARTS & CRAFTS. £14 for standard day 9:30 am till 3:30 pm. £24 per day with early and late option from 8:30 am till 4:30 pm. T-07796352969. www. simplydancenottingham.blogspot.com
Excel Sports Coaching Camps 8.30-3.30 cost £14.99; 8.30-5.30pm cost £19.99 www. excelsportscoaching.co.uk Mon 16th Feb: 8.30-3.30pm. Ball Sports – Bingham Leisure Centre
Wed 18th Feb: 8.30-3.30pm. Gold Medal Games – Keyworth Leisure Centre Wed 18th Feb: 8.30-5.30pm. Football – Rushcliffe Arena Thurs 19th Feb: 8.30-3.30pm. Gymnastics – Keyworth Leisure Centre Thurs 19th Feb: 8.30-3.30pm. Racquet Sports – Bingham Leisure Centre Fri 20th Feb: 8.30-3.30pm. Gymnastics – Bingham Leisure Centre Fri 20th Feb: 8.30-5.30pm. Team Games – Rushcliffe Arena
Regular Venues Lakeside Arts Centre T: 0115 846 7777 . www.lakesidearts.org.uk
Tues 17th Feb: 10-2pm. CHINESE RIBBON DANCE & FAN DANCE WORKSHOP
Mon 16th Feb: 8.30-5.30pm. Net Sports – Rushcliffe Arena
10-11.30am (6-8 years). 12.30 - 2pm (912 years). £5. Learn the graceful art of fan dancing and ribbon dancing under the expert guidance of Dan Du, and share your progress with your family at the end of each session.
Tues 17th Feb: 8.30-3.30pm. Cheerleading - Bingham Leisure Centre
Wed 18th Feb: 10-2pm. CHINESE BRUSH PAINTING
Tues 17th Feb: 8.30-5.30pm. Ball Sports - Keyworth Leisure Centre Tues 17th Feb: 8.30-5.30pm. Street Dance – Rushcliffe Arena
Suitable for ages 6+. An opportunity to try out the ancient and delicate art of Chinese Brush Painting under the guidance of an expert. Learn about this fabulous art form and make some of your own distinctive oriental art work. Specialist brushes and paints are supplied.
Wed 18th Feb: 8.30-3.30pm. American Sports – Bingham Leisure Centre
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Thurs 19th Feb: 1.30-4pm. Big Heads Workshop for Families
Adults and children learning together; children must be accompanied by an adult and each require tickets. Starting in the exhibition, artist Chloe Langlois will be encouraging you to make your own pictures of human heads by experimenting with several printmaking techniques. £6.50 per person, must be prebooked
Thurs 19th -Fri 20th Feb: IN THE SHADOW OF WAR WORKSHOPS FOR YOUNG PEOPLE: Thurs 19th: 10-12.30pm Heads Up! 7-11yrs Using the exhibition as inspiration and working with mirrors to create self-portraits, Chloe Langlois will guide you through some enjoyable printmaking techniques. You will be able to take your own prints home at the end of the morning. £6.50, must be pre-booked
Fri 20th: 10-12.30pm PEOPLE IN CLAY. 7-11yrs
Ceramicist Katrin Moye will show you how to make a figure in clay taking ideas from the sculptures from the In The Shadow of War exhibition. Figures will be fired in a kiln ready to collect at a later date.
Fri 20th: 1.30 - 4pm. WARRIORS. 11-18yrs
Katrin Moye will guide you around the In The Shadow of War exhibition to collect ideas in a sketchbook before making a figure or relief tile in clay to express your own responses to war. Ceramics will be fired and can be collected at a later date.
Sat 21st Feb: 1-4pm. CHINESE ARTS AND CRAFTS DROP IN WORKSHOPS
Free. Suitable for ages 5+ with their families. Create some fabulous decorations to hang up in your home in readiness to welcome the Year of the Ram. Staff and students from the University of Nottingham Confucius Institute will help you to paint beautiful fans, cut-out wonderful paper lanterns and write New Year messages in Chinese Calligraphy.
Sat 21st Feb: 1-4.30pm. TRADITIONAL STORIES FROM CHINA TOLD BY NICKY RAFFERTY 1pm and 3.30pm. £3. Suitable for all. Running time: approximately 50 minutes. Consummate storyteller Nicky Rafferty will lead the audience on a journey through Chinese landscapes to discover a myriad of traditional folk tales.
Wollaton Hall
T: 0115 915 3900 E: wollaton@ncmg.org.uk Car parks are located throughout the site, with a charge of £2 for 3 hours or £4 per day. Mon 16th-Fri 20th Feb: 10-4pm. Ancient Creepy Crawlies!
Find the creepy crawlies that have made their way around the Hall (£1pp trail). Make and Take: 10am-12pm £2- Visit the great hall for a beastly time this half term. Try your hand at making masks, fossils and other mini beast related crafts. 2pm-4pm: Explore our mini beast collection box with exciting artefacts from the past. Car Parking Charges Apply and children must be accompanied by an adult.
Attenborough Nature Reserve T- 0115 972 1777
Sat 7th Feb: 10-2pm. Winter Tree ID Course
Learn to use twigs and buds in the classroom to identify our native trees before going out on the Reserve to test your knowledge. £6 per person. Please book in advance.
Sat 7th Feb: 1.30-3.30pm. Wild Kids Attenborough - Woodland Music
Join us as we explore the Attenborough Reserve and learn about our amazing wildlife. Suitable for children aged 4 and over. All children must be accompanied by an adult. £4 per child.
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Tues 17th Feb & Thurs 19th Feb: 10.1512.15pm. Birds, Birds, Birds! Have fun building a nest box, making some bird food, and discovering more about Attenborough’s feathery visitors. . £10 per family including one bird box.
garden trail (£1pp) and see if you can locate all of the missing garden tools. Complete the trail and win a prize! Our new play area equipment will also be ready so why not try your climbing skills! Car parking charges apply and children must be accompanied by an adult.
Sherwood Forest Country Park T- 01623 823202. £3 car parking charge Sat 14th Feb: 6.45-9.30pm. Stargazing Join the Rangers and staff from a local Observatory looking at the different constellations in the night sky. Booking is essential, £5 per person.
Sat 21st Feb: 11-12pm. Bird Feeders
Come along for this one hour session; making a selection of bird feeders and ideas to take away to help the birds in your garden. Spaces are limited so please book a place. Please bring a bag to take your bird feeders home in! Under 16’s must be accompanied by an adult. £2.50 per person
Rufford Abbey
T: 08449 80 80 80. £3 car parking charge Tues 17th Feb: 10-12pm. Brilliant Bird Boxes
Join the rangers at half term to celebrating national bird box week by making your own brilliant bird box or funky pine cone feeder to take home for the feathered friends that visit your garden. £5 per bird box / £1 per feeder
Newstead Abbey T: 01623 455 900
Mon 16th-Fri 20th Feb: 10-4pm. Stretch Your Legs! Try one of our circular walks and take in the beautiful scenic parkland that surrounds Newstead Abbey. Follow paths that meander past lakes, ponds and waterfalls. Try our
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New Art Exchange
T-0115 924 8630. INFO@NAE.ORG.UK. www.nae.org.uk Sat 14th Feb: 2-4pm. FAMILY WORKSHOP: A PHOTO PORTRAIT OF ME!
Bring your own photos, take some of Hyson Green, and we will put them together into a collage that is uniquely you! Age range: All are welcome (smaller children may need adult supervision). FREE. Booking is essential
Mon 16th-Fri 20th Feb: 2-4pm. HALF TERM DRAMA FOR FILM!
Using scripts, we will spend the week developing our performance skills as actors, but this time for film. Looking at lighting and sound, making storyboards and learning how to act in front of the camera, we end the week with a presentation of the work. No experience necessary. Age range: 10 – 16 yrs. FREE. To book a place on this workshop, please call the box office on 0115 924 8630
Mansfield Museum
T- 01623 463 088 E: mansfieldmuseum@ mansfield.gov.uk Mon 16th-Fri 20th Feb: 10-1pm. Half Term Fun-Art Beat! £1 per person Mon 16th Feb: Make a straw space rocket Tues 17th Feb: Design an alien hat
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Wed 18th Feb: Design your own planet
Sun 15th Feb: 9.30-11.30am. Bird Walk
Thurs 19th Feb: Make your own man in the moon
Join a local bird enthusiast for a walk around the Idle Valley Reserve. Please bring your binoculars. Donation welcome.
Fri 20th Feb: Make a paper bowl into an alien spaceship
Tues 17th Feb: 10-2pm. Half Term Discovery Trail
D.H. Lawrence Heritage Centre T- 01773 717 353. www. dhlawrenceheritage.org
Wed 18th Feb: 10-3pm. Storytelling and craft event Join professional storyteller Sophie Snell for Fairy Tales for all the family in the cosy storytelling nook at the D.H. Lawrence Heritage Centre. Hear about dragons, giants and boggarts, brave quests and clever heroines, fairies, banshees, selkies and other strange inhabitants of the world of fey. Children can also have-a-go at our fun crafts and follow a themed trail around the exhibition area with the chance to win a small treat. All children must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Storytelling sessions start at 11.30am, 12.30pm, 1.30pm and 2.30pm and will last for approximately 30 minutes per session. £3.50 per child. First accompanying adult free, £1.00 charge for additional adults
Pick up a Discovery Pack and explore the wildlife of the Idle Valley Nature Reserve. Great for all the family, £1.50 per pack.
Fri 20th Feb: 5.30-8pm. Wild Night – Stargazing!
Have a wild night at the Idle Valley Nature Reserve! This exciting event will be jampacked with cosmic activities, stargazing, talks, night time trails and much more. Great for all of the family! Book early to avoid disappointment.
Wed 25th Feb: 10.30-11.30am. Wild Tots A fun and wildlife-inspired parent and toddler session. For children aged 2 to 4 and their families. £3 for each child, who must be accompanied by an adult. Booking essential.
Idle Valley Nature Reserve T- 01777 713 945
Sat 7th-Sun 8th Feb: 10-4pm. Trees at Idle Valley
Come along to the Idle Valley Nature Reserve and find out more about the trees on the reserve and their management. Free.
Sun 8th Feb: 10.30-12pm. Wild Kids
This month we will be learning about winter trees. For children aged 5 and above, who must be accompanied by an adult. £3 per child. Booking essential.
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Other Events Sat 7th Feb: 9.30am. East Midlands Region Beginner and Intermediate Fencing Competitions at Clifton Leisure Centre
We expect to welcome new fencers from all over the region and the event is an excellent opportunity for participants to get their first taste of competitive fencing and for spectators to get a free, up-close view of a new sport. The event will be hosted by Radcliffe Sword Club who run regular beginners’ courses at Clifton Leisure Centre. Entry to the event is free for spectators and club members will be on-hand to explain the action to those who have not seen fencing before. The next courses start in the Easter term (from Tuesday 28th April), so why not sign up? You may be competing in next year’s event yourself. www. radcliffeswordclub.co.uk. E- radcliffeswordclub@gmail.com
Sat 7th Feb: 10-1pm. Table Top Sale at the Early Years Playgroup, Stapleford
Bake sale Teas & Coffees, 50p entry & £5 for a table.T-07939 852907
Sat 7th Feb: 2-3pm. National Libraries Day Farmyard Fun at Beeston Library
Listen to local author Jonathan Emmett read from his latest book and take part in the craft activity. Suitable for children aged 3 years upwards and their parents and carers. Due to restricted numbers a free ticket for this event is available at the help desk. T- 0115 925 5168/5084.E-beeston.library@nottscc.gov.uk
Sat 7th Feb: 10-3pm. Imagination Gaming at West Bridgford Library
Drop by for some family fun at the library as Imagination Gaming return with a variety of tabletop games to play together! A great way to spend National Libraries Day. Ages 7+.Under 11s must be accompa nied by an adult.T-0115 981 6506. E-westbridgford.library@nottscc.gov.uk. Free
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Sat 7th Feb: 11-11.45am. Elephant Hullaballoo at Beeston Library
Stories, rhymes and craft activity for 3-7 year olds and their parents and carers. This is a free event but due to restricted numbers a free ticket is available at the Library help desk. T- 0115 925 5168/5084.E-beeston.library@ nottscc.gov.uk
Sat 7th Feb: 2.30pm & 7.30pm. The Nutcracker- Moscow City Ballet at Nottingham Royal Concert Hall
An unmissable treat for all the family, MCB’s Nutcracker is an original interpretation of this eternal seasonal favourite. www.trch.co.uk
Sat 7th Feb: 10-12pm. Grimm Stories with the Babbling Vagabonds & Craft session at Kirkby in Ashfield Library
Join us for a great FREE event to celebrate National Libraries Day. Hear stories of the Brothers Grimm as they should be told with a master storyteller from the Babbling Vagabonds Storytelling Theatre company. Watch in wonder as the words come magically to life to reveal some of Grimm’s most famous tales. For everyone who loves a good story, aged 5 upwards. Join us from 10am for Fairy tale themed crafts, with the storyteller performing from 11am. Free. T-01623 753236. E-kirkbyinashfield.library@nottscc.gov.uk
Sat 7th Feb: 10.30-11.30am. Harry Potter Craft Event at Eastwood Library Craft activities based on the Harry Potter books. Fancy dress optional. Free. T: 01773 712 209. E: eastwood.library@nottscc.gov.uk
Sat 7th Feb: 2-2.45pm. Johnny and the Raindrops at Mansfield Library
A music gig especially for children up to age 7! Join Johnny and the Raindrops for original songs guaranteed to get children (and adults!) dancing and singing along. A great way to celebrate National Libraries Day. Booking advised. T- 01623 651 337. E-mansfield.library@nottscc.gov.uk. Free
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Sat 7th-Sat 28th Feb: Clay Owls at Gedling Library
In line with Harry Potter Book Night on Thursday 5th February, we will be making clay owls at Gedling Library throughout February so drop in and join us on Thursday afternoons, Saturday mornings and Tuesday morning during half term. Aprons will be provided and this event is suitable for children aged from 4 years plus .Free. T-0115 987 6886. E-gedling.library@nottscc.gov.uk.
Sat 7th-Sun 8th; 14th & 15th; 21& 22nd Feb and Sat 28th Feb-Sun 1st Mar: 113pm. Family Weekends at Nottingham Contemporary
Free, no need to book. Create recycled sculptures, fossilised objects and make your own mini garden to take home and tend. Make art inspired by our planet and its fragile future. Talk, create and chill together. Stay as long as you want. T-0115 948 9750. www.nottinghamcontemporary.org
Sat 7th-Sun 8th Feb: Freedom Dance & Performance at Nottingham Arts Theatre
“FREEDOM IN OZ” – Follow Freedom down the road as they take you on a magical musical ride, showcasing all the students of the school from aged just 2yrs old through to our senior pupils. This show has something for everyone; from ballet to hip-hop, contemporary to tap “Freedom in Oz” will have you dancing in your seats and singing along to some musical classics. T- 0115 947 6096. www.nottingham-theatre.co.uk
Sat 7th-Sun 22nd Feb: 10.30-4.30pm. February half term ’The Final Judgement’ at the Galleries of Justice Museum
Have you ever wondered when the final hanging took place on our site? Why did the courts close down to become the Galleries of Justice Museum? Who was the last prisoner to be executed here and why? What happened to the last prisoners when the county gaol closed? To kick start our 20th
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birthday celebrations, we will be presenting a brand new fun filled actor led tour through 5 floors of heritage. Suitable for families and individuals of all ages. T-0115 952 0555. www.galleriesofjustice.org.uk
Sat 7th Feb: 1-3pm. Grimm Stories with the Babbling Vagabonds & Craft session at Hucknall Library
Join us for a great FREE event to celebrate National Libraries Day. Hear stories of the Brothers Grimm as they should be told with a master storyteller from the Babbling Vagabonds Storytelling Theatre company. Watch in wonder as the words come magically to life to reveal some of Grimm’s most famous tales. For everyone who loves a good story, aged 5 upwards. Join us from 1.00pm for Fairy tale themed crafts, with the storyteller performing from 3.00pm. T-0115 9632035. Ehucknall.library@nottscc.gov.uk
Sun 8th Feb: 10-12pm. Miners’ Footsteps at Bestwood Country Park
Take the colliers’ path, which miners would have followed home to Redhill or Arnold. Circular walk via Bestwood Lodge and returning to the Dynamo House for delicious hot soup. £2 per person. T-0115 976 2422 or e-adele.williams@nottscc.gov.uk.
Wed 11th Feb: 4.30-6.30pm. Frozen Party at Planet Happy, Ripley £9.50 including refreshments ticket only. T- 01773 748600
Thurs12th Feb: 10-3pm. Disability One stop Shop -Pleasley Landmark Centre
Information & advice on how to access services, equipment and financial assistance for individuals and carers. Equipment demos available. Refreshments available. Free Entry T-01623 819820
Fri 13th Feb: 11-3pm. Food Market and Craft Fair at the John Godber Centre, Hucknall T-0115 963 9633
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Sat 14th Feb: 10-1pm. Sensational Science Week: Family Astronomy Workshops at Mansfield Library
Learn to locate major stars, constellations, planets and galaxies, and discover what astronomical events are coming in the next few months. Suitable for ages 7+. Adults and accompanied children welcome. Booking advised. FREE T- 01623 651 337. E-mansfield.library@nottscc.gov.uk
Sat 14th-Sun 22nd Feb: 10-7pm. Lost in Space Half Term at the National Space Centre
A half term we don’t want you getting lost in space, so join our Mission Commanders to discover the hidden delights of our Universe, as you take a journey with comets, asteroids, dwarf planets and the odd Martian Rover (not a B9 in sight!). Enjoy our six interactive galleries, 3D SIM ride and over 150 hands on interactive challenges. Sit back in the UK’s largest Planetarium for an award winning fulldome show (FREE show included in every day pass purchased). Come and join our talk to find out all about the weird and wonderful parts of the Solar System that are often forgotten. T- 0116 261 0261,info@spacecentre.co.uk
Sat 14th Feb: 10-1pm. Sensational Science Week: Family Astronomy Workshops at Mansfield Library
Learn to locate major stars, constellations, planets and galaxies, and discover what astronomical events are coming in the next few months. Suitable for ages 7+. Adults and accompanied children welcome. Booking advised. T- 01623 651 337. E-mansfield. library@nottscc.gov.uk. Free
Sun 15th Feb: 7.30pm. Marcia Jones School of Dance Present Step by Step at Nottingham Royal Concert Hall Prepare for a musical extravaganza featuring potential stars of the future. An all singing and dancing children’s spectacular show directed and produced by Marcia Jones. www.trch.co.uk
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Mon 16th Feb: 10-12.30pm. Make a Chinese Lantern at Beeston Library
Celebrate Chinese New Year by making your very own light-up lantern at our fun workshop. This workshop is for children aged 8 or over and they must be accompanied by an adult. This is a free event but a ticket is required - available at our help desk. T- 0115 925 5168/5084.E-beeston.library@nottscc.gov.uk
Mon 16th Feb: 10-3.30pm. Come and Meet Peter Rabbit at Hucknall Library
Join us for a day of fun with peter Rabbit. Crafts, Stories and Treasure Hunt, supported by Sure Start. Finishing with a picnic at 3pm. Appearances at 10.00am, 12.00noon, 2.00pm & 3.00pm. Free. T-0115 9632035. E- hucknall. library@nottscc.gov.uk
Mon 16th Feb: 11-12.30pm. Natural Art at the Forest Recreation Ground Use leaves, sticks, stones and other natural objects to make a really wild work of art! Meet at the pavilion. Please book ahead by calling Ranger Matt on 07508 439050 or e-mail matt.akers@nottinghamcity.gov.uk. Free
Mon 16th Feb: 2-3pm. Sensational Science Week: Mad Science Live! at Mansfield Library
Tues 17th Feb: 10.30-11.30am. Sensational Science Week: Mad Science Live! at West Bridgford Library Join the Mad Scientists for an hour of sensational science! Don’t miss this fully interactive Live Science Show. Part of our Sensational Science themed week in libraries. Suitable for children aged 5 + and their families. Booking strongly advised. £3 T-0115 981 6506. E- westbridgford.library@nottscc.gov.uk. Tues 17th Feb: 11-1pm. Nest Box Making at Bulwell Hall Park
It’s National Nest Box Week so why not come along and have a go at making one to put up in the park! Meet at the main car park by the golf pavilion.
Tues 17th-Fri 20th Feb: 11-3pm. February Half Term Activities at Nottingham Contemporary
Become an investigator in our Eco-Research Station. Where or what needs to be saved near you? Make a ribbon to take away and protect your special place or thing. Make a voice recording to create a manifesto. T-0115 948 9750. www.nottinghamcontemporary.org
Join the Mad Scientists for an hour of sensational science! Don’t miss this fully interactive Live Science Show. Part of our Sensational Science themed week in libraries. Suitable for children aged 5 + and their families. Booking strongly advised. T-01623 651 337. E-mansfield.library@nottscc.gov.uk. Free
Thurs 19th Feb: 10.30-12pm. Sensational Science at Bingham Library
Mon 16th Feb: 2-4pm. Children’s board games session at Kimberley Library
Enjoy our half-term screening of this fabulous animated adventure. By tying thousands of balloons to his home, 78 year-old Carl sets out for South America to fulfil a dream. An 8-year old wilderness explorer becomes an inadvertent stowaway. Pre-booking available. £2. T-01623 651 337. E- mansfield.library@nottscc.gov.uk
Come and join us – we will be playing a variety of board games. Free. T: 0115 9382322. E-mail: kimberley.library@nottscc.gov.uk
Half term fun at the library with science based stories and crafts – and added alien goo! Suitable for ages 7-11. Free.T-01949 837905. E-bingham.library@nottscc.gov.uk
Thurs 19th Feb: 11am. UP (U) at Mansfield Library
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Thurs 19th Feb: 1-3pm. Betty Ching Arts and Crafts Session at Hucknall Library
Chinese Paper Cutting. Free. T-0115 9632035. E- hucknall.library@nottscc.gov.uk
Thurs 19th Feb: 2-3.30pm. Laura Dockrill – Live at West Bridgford Library Laura Dockrill has performed poetry at festivals including Latitude. The writer and illustrator of Ugly Shy Girl joins us live at the library. Suitable for 12 – 19 year olds. Bookingessential. £3. T-0115 981 6506. Ewestbridgford.library@nottscc.gov.uk
Thurs 19-Fri 20th Feb: 7pm. County Youth Arts Showcase at Mansfield Palace Theatre
Each year, County Youth Arts Showcase brings together a spectacular collection of dance, music, drama and film. T-01623633133. www.mansfield.gov.uk/palacetheatre
Thurs 19th-Sat 21st Feb: 7.30pm. Cinderella at Colwick Community Centre T-0115 8471982. Tickets £4 and £3.
Fri 20th Feb: 10-1pm. Sensational Science Week: Family Astronomy Workshops at West Bridgford Library
Learn to locate major stars, constellations, planets and galaxies, and discover what astronomical events are coming in the next few months. Suitable for ages 7+. Adults and accompanied children welcome. Booking advised. T-0115 981 6506. E-westbridgford. library@nottscc.gov.uk. Free
Fri 20th Feb: 11-12pm. Harry Potter at Beeston Library
Come and join the fun and magic of our Harry Potter themed event. Games, craft and quizzes. Feel free to dress up as there will be a prize for the best dressed witch or wizard. This event is suitable for children aged 8 years and upwards. Free event but a ticket is required from the Library Helpdesk. T- 0115 925 5168/5084. E-beeston.library@nottscc.gov.uk
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Fri 20th Feb: 11-12.30pm. Orienteering Xplorer at the Forest Recreation Ground A great introduction to the sport with easy to follow maps. Fun for all the family! Meet at the pavilion. Free. Please book ahead by calling Ranger Matt on 07508 439050 or e-mail matt.akers@nottinghamcity.gov.uk.
Fri 20th Feb: 2.30pm. Postman Pat The Movie - U - Bonington Theatre, Arnold The film finds Pat, everyone’s favourite postman, coming face-to-face with the temptations of money, status and a shiny new suit when he enters a national TV talent show competition. £3.50 (£2.50 Film Club Members). Box Office 0115 956 0733
Fri 20th Feb: 6-10pm. Indoor Rowing Challenge in aid of Nottinghamshire Hospice at Bluecoat Academy, Aspley
Do you think you are Sir Steve Redgrave or Matthew Pinsent? Want to get fit in February or just want to try something new? Why not take on our indoor rowing challenge? Each team will consist of 6 rowers and your challenge, if you wish to accept, is to row the distance from Nottingham to Derby, 24,000 meters, as quickly as possible. The team to complete the challenge in the quickest time will be the Nottinghamshire Hospice Rowing winners. No rowing experience needed... just grit and determination to beat your opponents. Entry: £60 a team plus a minimum sponsorship of £50 per person. People can also register their interest online at www.nottshospice.org/Fundraise_for_us/ Charity_Challenge
Fri 20th Feb: 7.30-9.30pm. KidsGigs Presents: Taylor Swift & Olly Murs // Tribute Show at the John Godber Centre, Hucknall
Perfect Family Entertainment, Perfect For All Ages. Complete With Live Band, Full Stage Show with Dancers. Early Bird Tickets on Sale Now- from £6.50. https://www.eventbrite. co.uk/e/taylor-swift-olly-murs-tribute-showkidsgigscouk-tickets-14735888439
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Sat 21st Feb: 11am. The Mouthy Poets on Tour at Mansfield Library
Join the brilliant Mouthy Poets for a words & poetry workshop followed by a live performance. The Mouthy Poets are a spokenword collective, and promise chunky slices of poetry, drama and lots of energy! Suitable for 12 - 19 year olds. Booking advised. T-01623 651 337. E-mansfield.library@nottscc.gov.uk
Sat 21st Feb: 1-5pm. Chinese Lanterns and Dragons at Arno Hill Park
Chinese inspired arts and crafts activities for families throughout the afternoon along with a chance to hear traditional Chinese stories and songs. Free Chinese New Year inspired arts and crafts activities throughout the afternoon. Gedling Play Forum will be helping families to create lanterns, costumes and a raft of other lovely spring festival items to take home. Ling Peng will be joining us to share traditional Chinese stories, songs and crafts. A Lion Dance from the fantastic Seven Stars Praying Mantis Kung Fu team will take place during the afternoon and the event will finish with a lantern parade around the lake in Arnot Hill Park. Workshops at 1 - 2.30pm and 3 - 4.45pm. Traditional Lion Dance - 2.45pm. Lantern Parade around the lake - 5pm. Please note: places are limited at all workshops. To book a place visit http://www.gedling.gov.uk/ leisure/artseventsandplay/chinesenewyear
lectures and tour of the telescope dome lasting approximately 20 minutes each. This programme will continue throughout the evening. Our observational pad and telescopes will remain open as long as the weather permits, www.solarius.net
Sun 22nd Feb: 2-4pm. Rushcliffe Play Forum Chinese New Year 2015 at the Julien Cahn Pavilion, West Bridgford
There’ll be lots of fun table-top craft activities, all suitable for children aged four and over. Afterwards families are invited to proceed to the big outdoor firework show and celebration at Highfields Park. FREE
Sun 22nd Feb: 4.30-6pm. CHINESE NEW YEAR CELEBRATIONS 2015 at Highfields Park
FREE and suitable for all. It’s the 10th anniversary of the University of Nottingham in China, so we’ve planned a special programme to celebrate the special relationship between the University, the city and Ningbo. There will be screenings of some prize-winning films selected from the Chinese University Student Micro Film Festival, dancing from the Nottingham Chinese School, a special traditional story from China, magical FaceChanging performance, live music and dance performances leading to a fireworks finale. As ever, we advise you to wrap up warmly and be prepared for whatever the weather throws at us!
Sat 21st Feb: 3.00pm. Family Film: The Lorax (PG) at Nottingham Contemporary Fri 27th-sat 28th Feb: 7.30pm. Devas Enjoy a screening Dr. Seuss’ The Lorax, a film Dance School Annual show at Mansfield which brings the plight of the environment to Palace Theatre life for children through captivating characters. £8 and £8.50.To book please call 01623 £3pp (under 2’s free). . T-0115 948 9750. www. 633133. nottinghamcontemporary.org
Sat 21st Feb: 6.45pm. Sherwood Observatory Open Evening
If you are bringing young children it is advisable to come for the start. Entrance £5.00 adults / £1.00 under 16s. (Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult). No advance booking. We have a rolling programme of
Sat 28th Feb: 11-3pm. Open Day at Salterford House School, Calverton
For further details, please contact our Admissions Secretary on 01159652127 or office@salterfordhouseschool.co.uk
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GREAT DAYS OUT WITH THE KIDS!