North Tyneside Summer Festival 2018

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For more information call: (0191) 643 7409 email: events@northtyneside.gov.uk see: www.visitnorthtyneside.com

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Beach events Blue Reef Aquarium Wallsend Festival Mouth of the Tyne Festival Spanish City Plaza, Whitley Bay Old Low Light, North Shields Fish Quay St. Mary’s Lighthouse Segedunum Roman Fort, Wallsend Stephenson Railway Museum Tynemouth Priory and Castle Playhouse Whitley Bay North Tyneside Parks Libraries and Customer First Centres Other summer events Whitley Bay Classic Car Show

Events may be changed or cancelled at short notice for a variety of reasons so we advise that you check the latest information before making your journey.

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BEACH EVENTS 7 - 8 July - Tynemouth Longsands

Tynemouth Beach Volleyball Tournament All welcome! The 2-a-side will take place on Saturday and 4-a-side on Sunday.

For more information visit www.tynemouthbeachvolleyball.co.uk.

29 July, from 10am - Whitley Bay beach, outside of Rendezvous Café

Whitley Bay Sandcastle Competition Hundreds of people gather to test their sandcastle building abilities in return for prizes. For further information see www.visitnorthtyneside.com.

4 August - Tynemouth Longsands

Newcastle Falcons Touch Rugby Tournament This touch rugby event is made up from mixed teams and is a quick small sided non-contact version of rugby. For further information, contact Gavin Beasley on 0191 214 2803 or email gavin.beasley@newcastle-falcons.co.uk.

18 August, from 11am - Cullercoats RNLI

Cullercoats Harbour Day Entertainment, live music, stalls and refreshments.

For more information search for Cullercoats Lifeboat on Facebook.

BLUE REEF AQUARIUM For more information visit www.bluereefaquarium.co.uk.

21 – 23 July

Pirates and Mermaids Weekend Kick off the school holidays with a swashbuckling adventure where you can meet pirates and our very own mermaid!

24 July – 24 August

The ‘Tooth’ about Sharks This summer we are discovering the ‘tooth’ about sharks. We will be looking at the true stories behind films like Jaws, Finding Nemo and Shark Tale.

25 August – 2 September

Super Seals To end the summer we are celebrating our most popular residents - our seals. Join us to learn all about these amazing creatures and what we can do to help seals in the wild.

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Saturday 30 June – Wallsend Town Centre Sunday 1 July – The Green and Wallsend Parks Saturday will feature live music, a range of craft and food stalls outside of the Forum Shopping Centre, fairground rides, a display of vintage cars and lots of activities in Wallsend Customer First Centre including a screening of The Greatest Showman.

Wallsend Local History Society will be in Wallsend Indoor Market with their popular display about the town’s past.

On the Sunday, Wallsend Parks and Wallsend Hall will be teaming up again to offer a full day of entertainment including; live music, stalls, a fairground and lots of outdoor fun such as roaming street artists, a circus-themed obstacle course, music and skateboard demos.

Saturday music stages: Anson Stage

Atrium Stage in the Forum Shopping Centre

10.30am 11am 11.40am 12.15pm 1pm 1.45pm 2.30pm 3.15pm

11am 12pm 12.30pm

Armed Forces Celebration Wallsend Community Choir LD North East Burnside Community College Churchill Singers Chloe Hill Kyle Morley Junior Turner

2.15pm 3pm

Carville Primary Brittany Farrow Amanda Nicole School of Dance Dance Kaleidoscope Hellcats

Times are approximate and subject to change at short notice.

For more information see www.visitnorthtyneside.com.

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The Mouth of the Tyne Festival is back with spectacular live music concerts at Tynemouth Priory and Castle, free street entertainment, live jazz, special one-off attractions, arts and dance at Tynemouth Station and shows at Playhouse Whitley Bay and Tynemouth Surf Café.

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Mouth of the Tyne Festival is organised by North Tyneside Council and supported by ENGIE, Port of Tyne and Kier.

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SPANISH CITY PLAZA, WHITLEY BAY Head down to the Spanish City Plaza at weekends during the school holidays and look out for some traditional seaside fun.

There will be shuggy boats, hook-a-duck, and rides for small children.

There are special events taking place too.

Jazz by the Sea Foot-tapping tunes provided by some of the region’s best trad jazz bands – grab some food, relax and enjoy the music!

21 July 11am – 1pm: Lickety Split 1pm – 3pm: Alter Ego 3pm – 5pm: The Vieux Carre Jazzmen 22 July 11am – 1pm: Rendezvous Jazz 1pm – 3pm: Riviera Jazz Quartet

Songs by the Sea The North East has an abundance of musical talent and our summer programme of singers performing songs by the sea will give you the chance to see that for yourself.

28 July 11am – 12pm: Holly Rees An emerging singer-songwriter who grew up in the Durham Dales.

12pm – 2pm: Nearly Dennis Nearly Dennis plays popular covers with a blues twist.

2pm – 4pm: Charlie Whyte London-born guitarist who loops popular covers.

29 July 11am – 12pm: Kieran Taylor Kieran Taylor has an epic range of covers from 60s pop, rock and soul, up to present day.

12pm – 2pm: Sam Rea Sam Rea performs songs with a chilled-out vibe.

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2pm – 4pm: Lauren Lowes 21 year old Whitley Bay-based indie-folk singer-songwriter and guitarist.

Whitley Bay Sandcastle Competition 29 July The annual bucket and spade-a-thon returns to Whitley Bay beach with prizes on offer for the best creations.

Starts at 10am.

Whitley Bay Kite Festival 4 - 5 August Join some of the UK’s best kite flyers to see amazing displays in the sky above The Links in Whitley Bay.

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SPANISH CITY PLAZA, WHITLEY BAY Jazz by the Sea Foot-tapping tunes provided by some of the region’s best trad jazz bands – grab some food, relax and enjoy the music!

11 August 11am – 1pm: Classic Swing 1pm – 3pm: The Vieux Carre Jazzmen 12 August 11am – 1pm: Broadway Melody 1pm – 3pm: Maine Street Jazzmen

Spanish City Funfair 23 - 27 August It’s a twice-a-year institution as the summer’s five days of fairground fun comes to the Links.

Expect thrills, spills and much more.

Songs by the Sea The North East has an abundance of musical talent and our summer programme of singers performing songs by the sea will give you the chance to see that for yourself.

18 August 11am – 1pm: John Finnegan John plays older popular covers from 1960’s to 1980s.

1pm – 3pm: Amy Hopkinson Acoustic singer/songwriter performs covers from the likes of Fleetwood Mac and Bowie to KT Tunstall and Kasabian.

3pm – 4pm: Conor Walsh Conor is a Newcastle singer who plays contemporary acoustic-pop.

19 August 11am – 12pm: Marc Osborne Marc is a Hull-born acoustic artist performing popular covers with a folk twist.

12pm – 1pm: Stephen Mordue Stephen is a guitar vocalist from County Durham playing a mix of rock and pop covers.

1pm – 3pm: Dave Red Dave Red can rock any crowd and get everyone up and dancing. He does it week in and week out.

3pm – 4pm: Tall Shaves Tall Shaves are a folk-pop duo playing an eclectic mix of guitar, ukulele and percussion.

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OLD LOW LIGHT, NORTH SHIELDS FISH QUAY For more information or to book visit www.oldlowlight.co.uk or call 0191 257 4506.

14 July, 11am

North Shields Football Club Talk Join Trudi Panvalkar, curator of a summer exhibition on the history of North Shields Football Club for a taster of the exhibition to come. £3 per person.

30 July – 30 September

North Shields FC History Exhibition An exploration of the rise, fall and rebirth of North Shields FC. 1 August - 2 September

Kids Summer Trail Get your second sticker by taking part in the Old Low Light summer activities. £3 per adult, free for children.

8 September, 11am

North Shields First Motor Lifeboat Curator Dorothy Brownlee presents the first of three talks which explore the heroic actions of North Shield’s Lifeboats in the First World War. £3 per person.

23 September

Pop Up Exhibition: The Story of Fiddler’s Green and Lost Trawlers A celebration to mark the one year anniversary of the unveiling of the Fiddler’s Green Fishermen’s Memorial. £3 per person.

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ST. MARY’S LIGHTHOUSE, WHITLEY BAY For details or to book email stmaryslighthouse@northtyneside.gov.uk, call 0191 200 8650 or search for St. Mary’s Lighthouse and Visitor Centre on Facebook.

1 July, 11am – 1pm, 27 July, 10.30am – 12.30pm 2 August, 1pm – 3pm, 6 August, 2pm – 4pm 14 August, 11am – 1pm, 20 August, 2pm – 4pm 29 August, 11am – 1pm

Rockpool Rambles Learn the best techniques and explore the rock pools.

Suitable for over fives, booking essential, £3 per person including adults.

15 July, 12pm – 3pm 5 August, 12pm – 3pm

Seal Sundays Family friendly presentation and displays, crafts and quizzes all about seals. Presented by St. Mary’s Seal Watch in partnership with North Tyneside Council. For more information email stmaryssealwatch@outlook.com, call 07551 902204 or check St. Mary’s Seal Watch Facebook page.

22 July, 10am – 2pm

Stranding Egg Drop Challenge Messy and inventive family fun. Save an egg from breaking when it is dropped from the top of the lighthouse, all while stranded over the high tide on the island. Suitable for ages 5 and over, booking essential, £5 per person, please bring a packed picnic lunch.

26 July, 10.30am – 12.30pm 1 August, 10.30am – 12.30pm 16 August, 2pm – 4pm 24 August, 10.30am – 12.30pm 28 August, 10.30am – 12.30pm

Fossil Frolics Hunt for fossils and learn more about the prehistoric past of the island.

Suitable for all over 5 years old, booking essential, £3 per child.

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ST. MARY’S LIGHTHOUSE, WHITLEY BAY For details or to book email stmaryslighthouse@northtyneside.gov.uk, call 0191 200 8650 or search for St. Mary’s Lighthouse and Visitor Centre on Facebook.

22 July, 8pm - 10pm

Night Rockpool Ramble Ever wondered about what intertidal animals get up to in the middle of the night?! We are planning on finding out with our resident expert. Suitable for adults (over 16 years old), booking essential, £3 per person, please bring a head torch.

31 July, 10.30am - 3.30pm

Paper Bead Craft Help us recycle our old leaflets into paper beads, and make a piece of beautiful jewellery to take home. Suitable for ages 5 and over, drop in event, 50p per person.

31 August, 11am - 2pm

Lighthouse 120th Island Party A fun party to celebrate the lighthouse turning 120.

Bring your picnic baskets and enjoy the party atmosphere.

Suitable for all ages, drop in event, booking not required.

Access to tower and visitor centre available (normal admission charges apply).

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SEGEDUNUM ROMAN FORT, WALLSEND For more information visit www.segedunumromanfort.org.uk or call 0191 278 4217.

Until 21 September

Saving Face Exploring the story of the Roman helmet cheek piece, this exhibition examines the significance and evolution of the styles, design and symbols of these individual items, showcasing rarely seen objects from a private collection.

23, 30 July and 6, 13, 20, 27 August 10.30am - 11.30am: relaxed session for visitors with additional needs 11.30am - 3pm: general public session

Marvellous Mondays Join in with activities and crafts inspired by the objects and stories within the fort’s galleries, exhibitions and collections. Kids under 16 go free, adult admission applies.

4 August, 11am – 4pm

Hadrian Festival A variety of re-enactors and heritage craft artists will pay homage to Emperor Hadrian for the weekend. Browse the Roman Market, watch the Gladiators in action in the arena, have a go at archery or get involved with the craft activities.

18 August, 6pm - 10pm

Fun and Games: Roman Late on Hadrian’s Wall A rare opportunity to find out about Roman life after hours; including games, talks, music, food, drinks, tours and more.

Adults only. £10 per person, advance booking via the website essential.

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STEPHENSON RAILWAY MUSEUM For more details visit www.stephensonrailwaymuseum.org.uk or call 0191 200 7146.

Make & Take Thursday Thursday 26 July – Make a Victorian Puppet Theatre Thursday 2 August – Puppet Characters Thursday 9 August – Wonderful Windpower Thursday 16 August – Painting and Prints Thursday 23 August – Railway Wildlife Thursday 30 August – Views out of the Window 11am - 3pm Explore a collection of vintage trains and a range of free craft activities.

Suitable for 3 – 7 year olds. Charges apply for heritage train rides (selected times).

27 August, 11am - 3pm

Sci-Fi Fayre Don your Doctor Who scarf and fire up your light sabres ready for this year’s fayre. Traders will be selling everything from toys and comics to costumes and memorabilia, from Star Wars to Doctor Who and everything inbetween. Free entry.

8 September, 12pm and 2pm

Heritage Open Days – Workshop Tours Behind the scenes tour of the workshop. Free event, but booking essential.

9 September, 11.30am – 3pm

Heritage Open Days – Free Train Rides Ride our heritage railway for free.

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TYNEMOUTH PRIORY AND CASTLE

18 - 19 August

Clash of Knights Experience this all-action contest as four teams of knights battle it out for victory. In this adrenalin-fuelled combat only one team will triumph. Soak up the atmosphere in the medieval encampment as food cooks over an open fire and the musicians play. There are battle drills for budding young knights. Admission charges apply.

For further information call 0370 333 1181.

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PLAYHOUSE WHITLEY BAY For full listings or to book visit www.playhousewhitleybay.co.uk or call 0844 248 1588.

8 July, 1.30pm, 5.30pm

Pantomania What happens when the panto baddies threaten to pull out of all pantomimes forever unless they are allowed to win for a change?

A fun-packed performance full of songs and dances. Adults £12, Children £10 1 – 4 August, 2.30pm, 7pm

The Wizard of Oz Take a trip down the Yellow Brick Road this summer for a pantomime adventure beyond the rainbow. Starring Dani Harmer from Strictly Come Dancing and CBBC’s Tracey Beaker. £16, £14 conc.

6 and 29 August, 10am

Mister Twister Magic Show Join Mister Twister for a fast paced morning of fun and laughter. Enjoy an amazing magic show, balloon modelling, music, comedy and party games plus a specially made balloon for each child. £10 per child (1 adult free), £8 per child if two or more tickets bought at the same time (free adult places).

Circo Eia - inTarsi After successfully touring all over Europe, Catalan company Eia bring their award-winning acrobatic theatre show in Tarsi to the UK for the very first time.

Breathtaking acrobatic skills combined with wit, humour and slick choreography make this show a perfect mix for all the family.

A few smallish platforms, a trampoline, a teeter board and four men…watch as they run into, carry and throw each other in a circus show with constant movement that’s strong, poetic, funny and heart-warming.

This fabulous performance will be for one night only at Playhouse Whitley Bay on Friday 21 September.

Tickets are available at www.playhousewhitleybay.co.uk.

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NORTH TYNESIDE PARKS Rising Sun Countryside Centre Unless otherwise stated, all events must be booked online at www.risingsuncountrypark.eventbrite.com (fees apply).

30 June, 5pm – 11pm

St Oswald’s Lantern Walk Annual fundraising event at twilight.

To book visit www.stoswaldsuk.org.

6 July, 10am – 2.30pm

Party in the Park Relax on the café terrace and enjoy popular music performed by talented musicians from local schools. Free, just turn up.

14 July, 11am – 3pm

Guide Dogs Roadshow A family fun event. Just turn up. For full details visit www.guidedogs.org.uk.

15 July, 10.30am – 2.30pm

Rising Sun Scramble: North East Autism 5k Obstacle Event A fun 5k obstacle event. Register in advance at www.ne-as.org.uk.

23 July, 13 August, 20 August, 27 August: 10.30am – 12pm 22 August: 1.30pm – 3pm

Den Building Explore the woods and build a den using natural materials.

For ages 5+. £3 per child.

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NORTH TYNESIDE PARKS Rising Sun Countryside Centre Unless otherwise stated, all events must be booked online at www.risingsuncountrypark.eventbrite.com (fees apply).

23 July, 20 August, 27 August: 1.30pm – 3pm

Campfire Fun Make a campfire using natural materials, cook and enjoy tasty snacks around the fire. For ages 6+. £3.50 per child.

24 July, 31 July, 7 August, 14 August, 21 August, 28 August: 10.30am – 12pm

Giant’s Garden Paddle in the gentle stream, enjoy building a bridge, creating a den and more.

For ages up to 6 years. £3 per child.

25 July, 6 August, 10.30am – 12pm

Aquatic Adventures Delve beneath the surface to meet the residents of our ponds.

For ages 3+. £3 per child.

25 July, 6 August, 1.30pm – 3pm

Butterflies, Bugs and Beasties Look for butterflies in the park if it is sunny or for minibeasts if it is wet.

For ages 5+. £3 per child.

30 July, 29 August: 10.30am – 12pm

Treemendous Fun A morning of hands-on, tree-themed activities. Find a tree while blindfolded, make a tree clay face and identify some common tree species. For ages 5+. £3 per child.

30 July, 29 August: 1.30pm – 3pm

Get Crafty with Nature Use natural materials to create artworks such as a framed leaf print picture.

For ages 5+. £3 per child.

2 August, 13 August: 1.30pm – 3pm

Mini Beast Hunt Join the search for woodlice, centipedes and spiders. For ages 3+. £3 per child.

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NORTH TYNESIDE PARKS Rising Sun Countryside Centre Unless otherwise stated, all events must be booked online at www.risingsuncountrypark.eventbrite.com (fees apply).

15 August, 11am – 2pm

Teddy Bears Picnic Bring your teddy and enjoy a magic show, face painters, balloon artists, dancing and fun fair rides. Seek out The Three Bears House to make porridge, create crafts and enjoy a bear trail. £5 per person. Free for children under 3 (no ticket required).

21 August, 28 August: 11am – 12pm

Sand Art Bring out your creative streak with this eco-friendly, colourful and (almost) mess-free activity. Book online at www.lynn-bramley.eventbrite.com. Cost £3.80 per picture.

22 August, 10.30am – 12pm

Orienteering Get some handy orienteering hints and then embark on an adventure around the park using these map reading skills. Walk, run or cycle (bring your own bike).

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NORTH TYNESIDE PARKS Wallsend Parks Unless otherwise stated, all events must be booked online at www.wallsendparks.eventbrite.com (fees apply).

21 July, 4 August, 18 August: 1pm – 3pm

Bandstand Music Relax and enjoy live music from the park bandstand. Free, just turn up.

24 July, 31 July, 7 August, 14 August, 21 August, 28 August: 11am – 2pm

Games on the Green Test your skills against your family and friends at archery, mini golf and mini tennis. £1 per child, just turn up.

26 July, 1.30pm – 3pm

Story Telling Family storytelling event with Tony Wilson and Tom McConville who play guitar, ukulele and banjo. Free, just turn up.

2 August, 1.30pm – 3pm

Tree Trail and Park Walk Go on a ramble collecting seeds, leaves and twigs.

Discover more about tree species. £3 per child.

3 August, 11am – 2pm

Family Fun Day Get the family active at Sport North Tyneside’s fun day with games, challenges, music and more. Free, just turn up.

9 August, 1.30pm – 3pm

Mini Beast Hunt Join the search for woodlice, centipedes and spiders. For ages 3+. £3 per child.

23 August, 10am – 12pm or 1pm – 3pm

Water Play Day A fun-packed event for all the family. Bring your own water pistol and fill up from water stations on the green. May have to reschedule in the event of poor weather. £2 per child, per session.

25 August, 11am – 2pm

Annual Summer Dog Oscars Register your dog in advance, with awards for the dogs that look most like their owners, and ones who can’t stop wagging their tails. £1.50 per dog, per category.

Pay on the day.

30 August, 11am – 3pm

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Bring your picnic and enjoy family activities. Free, just turn up.

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NORTH TYNESIDE PARKS Northumberland Park Unless otherwise stated, all events must be booked online at www.northumberlandpark.eventbrite.com (fees apply).

14 July, 26 August: 1pm – 3pm

Bandstand Music Relax and enjoy live music from the park bandstand. Free, just turn up.

25 July, 10 August, 29 August: 10.30am – 2pm

Mini Beast Hunt Join the search for woodlice, centipedes and spiders. For ages 3+. £3 per child.

26 July, 2 August, 9 August, 16 August, 23 August, 30 August: 10.30am – 12pm

Nature Park Walk See who is hiding underneath the rocks and leaves and be amazed at just how many different species you can spot. For ages 3+, £3 per child.

27 July, 22 August, 10.30am – 12pm

Tree Trail and Park Walk Go on a ramble collecting seeds, leaves and twigs.

Discover more about tree species. £3 per child.

1 August, 17 August: 10.30am – 12pm

Butterflies, Bugs and Beasts Look for butterflies in the park if it is sunny or for minibeasts if it is wet. For ages 5+. £3 per child.

3 August, 31 August: 10.30am – 12pm

Kite Making Construct your own simple kite. £3 per child.

8 August, 10.30am – 12pm

Get Crafty with Nature Use natural materials to create artworks such as a framed leaf print picture.

For ages 5+. £3 per child.

17 August, 11am – 2pm

Family Fun Day Get the family active at Sport North Tyneside’s fun day with games, challenges, music and more.

Free, just turn up.

24 August, 10.30am – 12pm

Environment Art Use natural materials to create works of art. £3 per child.

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NORTH TYNESIDE PARKS Springfield Park Unless otherwise stated, all events must be booked online at www.bentonkillingworthspringfieldparks.eventbrite.com (fees apply).

27 July, 11am – 2pm

Family Fun Day Get the family active at Sport North Tyneside’s fun day with games, challenges, music and more. Free, just turn up.

8 August, 11am – 2pm

Art in the Park Bring your favourite nature illustration and transform it into a chalk pavement creation. £3 per child.

Benton Quarry Park Unless otherwise stated, all events must be booked online at www.bentonkillingworthspringfieldparks.eventbrite.com (fees apply).

14 August, 10.30am – 12pm, 1.30pm – 3pm

Mini Beast Hunt Join the search for woodlice, centipedes and spiders. For ages 3+. £3 per child.

Killingworth Lakeside Park Unless otherwise stated, all events must be booked online at www.bentonkillingworthspringfieldparks.eventbrite.com (fees apply).

15 August, 22 August: 10.30am – 12pm, 1.30pm – 3pm

Mini Beast Hunt Join the search for woodlice, centipedes and spiders. For ages 3+. £3 per child.

Marden Quarry Unless otherwise stated, all events must be booked online at www.churchillmardensouterparks.eventbrite.com (fees apply).

2 August, 1.30pm – 3pm

Get Crafty with Nature Use natural materials to create artworks such as a framed leaf print picture. For ages 5+. £3 per child.

9 August, 1.30pm – 3pm

Tree Trail and Park Walk Go on a ramble collecting seeds, leaves and twigs.

Discover more about tree species. £3 per child.

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NORTH TYNESIDE PARKS Marden Quarry Unless otherwise stated, all events must be booked online at www.churchillmardensouterparks.eventbrite.com (fees apply).

17 August, 1.30pm – 3pm

Butterflies, Bugs and Beasties Look for butterflies in the park if it is sunny or for minibeasts if it is wet. For ages 5+. £3 per child.

30 August, 1.30pm – 3pm

Kite Making Construct your own simple kite. £3 per child.

Churchill Playing Fields Unless otherwise stated, all events must be booked online at www.churchillmardensouterparks.eventbrite.com (fees apply).

26 July, 1.30pm – 3pm

Get Crafty with Nature Use natural materials to create artworks such as a framed leaf print picture.

For ages 5+. £3 per child.

10 August, 11am – 2pm

Family Fun Day Get the family active at Sport North Tyneside’s fun day with games, challenges, music and more. Free, just turn up.

10 August, 1.30pm – 3pm

Tree Trail and Park Walk Go on a ramble collecting seeds, leaves and twigs.

Discover more about tree species. £3 per child.

24 August, 1.30pm – 3pm

Butterflies, Bugs and Beasties Look for butterflies in the park if it is sunny or for minibeasts if it is wet.

For ages 5+. £3 per child.

31 August, 1.30pm – 3pm

Kite Making Construct your own simple kite. £3 per child.

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LIBRARIES AND CUSTOMER FIRST CENTRES

Launches 14 July

Summer Reading Challenge North Tyneside Libraries will keep young readers busy over the holidays with a free Summer Reading Challenge, in association with The Reading Agency.

This year’s theme is Mischief-Makers celebrating the 80th anniversary of the much-loved comic Beano. Follow clues to explore a map of Beanotown, meeting Dennis, Gnasher and friends along the way.

Sign up for the Challenge at your local library and then read at least six library books of your choice. Collect stickers as you go, complete the Challenge and attend a special ceremony to receive your medal.

Medal Ceremonies 28 August, 2pm – 3pm White Swan Customer First Centre, Killingworth

Animupps Puppet Show 29 August, 2.30pm – 3.30pm North Shields Customer First Centre

Mr Twister’s Magic Show 30 August, 2.30pm – 3.30pm Whitley Bay Customer First Centre

Jigsaw Entertainment 31 August, 2pm – 3pm Wallsend Customer First Centre

Mr Windbags All events are free but must be booked in advance. Children must be accompanied by an adult. For more information about the Summer Reading Challenge email library.events@northtyneside.gov.uk or call 0191 643 5833.

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LIBRARIES AND CUSTOMER FIRST CENTRES 23 July, 10.30am - 12.30pm and 1.30pm – 3.30pm White Swan Customer First Centre

Meet the Beano and Dandy Illustrator – Keith Robson Join Keith for a fun workshop as he demonstrates how to become a great illustrator. Suitable for ages 7+.

24 July, 10.30am Wideopen Library

Mischief and Mayhem Create a catapult and paper aeroplane and see how far they go with a prize for the furthest. Make a prank cake and just wait for someone to take a bite.

Suitable for ages 4+.

30 July, 10.30am, Tynemouth Library 9 August, 10am, John Willie Sams Centre, Dudley

Design Your Own Beano Pencil Case Transform a pencil case into a wonderful creation. Suitable for ages 4+.

31 July, 11am, Wallsend Customer First Centre 23 August, 2.30pm, Whitley Bay Customer First Centre

Big Bang Science Party Fun science experiments. Suitable for ages 4+.

3 August, 3pm Monkseaton Library

Busy Bee-Bots Busy Bee-Bots storytime with an hour of coding fun with smiley interactive robots.

Suitable for ages 5 – 7 years.

7 August, 11am, Forest Hall Library 14 August, 11am, Battle Hill Library

Sand Art Colourful fun with Kids Bee Happy. Choose your favourite Beano character, add some sparkly sand and have fun. Suitable for ages 3+.

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LIBRARIES AND CUSTOMER FIRST CENTRES 8 August, North Shields Customer First Centre (Age 6-8) 2pm – 2.30pm and 2.30pm – 3pm (Age 8+) 3pm – 3.30pm and 3.30pm – 4pm

Chris Cross Presents Magic Tricks to Fool Your Friends!

Be amazed by the marvellous tricks of Chris Cross, one of the North East’s favourite magicians.

17 August, 2.30pm, Longbenton Library 21 August, 2.30pm, Shiremoor Library

The Very Hungry Code-a-Pillar Hands-on coding fun with very friendly coding caterpillars. Interactive session including songs and storytime. Suitable for ages 3 – 5 years.

18 August, 11am Howdon Library

Beano Cupcake Decorating Decorate cupcakes with the Beano theme. Suitable for ages 4+.

24 August, from 3pm Cullercoats Library

Decorate Your Own Mischief Maker Cup For all budding artists, join in the fun and design your very own mischievous cup to take home. Suitable for ages 4+.

10 July, 6.30pm Cullercoats Library

Meet a Local Author: Alice J Black Alice’s debut novel, ‘The Doors’, was released in 2014 and the second, ‘A Shadowed Beginning’ followed in 2017. Alice will be talking about her work and answering questions. There will be an opportunity to buy signed books.

Free event. Booking essential.

11 September, 6.30pm Whitley Bay Customer First Centre

Scrummy Chocolate Tasting Evening Taste a range of chocolates, learn what makes great chocolate and discover the art of chocolate making. Tickets cost £6 and include chocolates and refreshments. Booking essential.

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SUMMER FAYRES Lots of free fun including fairground rides, face painting, craft stalls, tombola and more.

26 July, 11am – 2pm

John Willie Sams Centre, Dudley 2 August, 11am – 2pm

White Swan Customer First Centre, Killingworth

FILM CLUBS Forest Hall Library 24/28 July, 10.30am: Horrid Henry Movie (U) 31 July, 10.30am: Despicable Me 2 (U) 7 August, 2.30pm: Boss Baby (U) 14 August, 10.30am: Minions (U) 21/25 August, 10.30am: Top Cat: The Movie (U) 28 August, 10.30am: Yogi Bear (U)

Howdon Library – all 2.30pm 9 August: Peter Rabbit (PG) 23 August: Paddington 2 (PG)

North Shields Customer First Centre – all at 1pm 27 July: Guardians of the Galaxy 2 (PG12) 3 August: Spider-man Homecoming (PG12) 8 August: Cars 3 (U) 17 August: Paddington 2 (PG) 24 August: Ferdinand (PG) 31 August: Lego Ninjago Movie (U)

Shiremoor Library – 2.30pm 31 July: Paddington 2 (PG)

Wallsend Customer First Centre – all at 11am 25 July: Boss Baby (U) 1 August: Angry Birds (U) 8 August: Paddington 2 (PG) 15 August: Secret Life of Pets (U) 22 August: Storks (U) 29 August: Peter Rabbit (PG)

White Swan Customer First Centre 25 July, 11.00am: Despicable Me 3 (U) 8 August, 11.00am: Ferdinand (PG) 14 August, 1.30pm: Lego Ninjago Movie (U) 21 August, 1.30pm: Coco (PG)

Whitley Bay Customer First Centre – all at 10.30am 2 August: Swallows and Amazons (PG) 9 August: Despicable Me 3 (U) 23 August: Paddington 2 (PG)

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EVEN MORE SUMMER EVENTS! 24 June Spanish City Plaza, Whitley Bay

Spanish City Triathlon The Spanish City Triathlon returns. From first timers to elites, this is a race to suit everyone. For further information visit www.spanishcitytriathlon.co.uk.

24 June, 29 July, 26 August, 30 September - 10am – 3pm Whitley Bay Metro Station

Green Beans Community Market This community market is an opportunity for people to sample the goods of local producers and focuses on creativity, health and upcycling. There will be live entertainment, activities for children and a cafĂŠ. For more information email greenbeansmarket@gmail.com or follow Green Beans Market on Facebook.

7 July Shiremoor

Shiremoor Treat Established for over 100 years, this annual event features a fairground, a programme of sports and entertainment as well as local schoolchildren and community groups participating in a parade. For further information visit www.shiremoortreat.org.

15 July, from 11am North Shields Fish Quay

RNLI Day Entertainment, live music, stalls and refreshments.

For more information call 0191 257 0913.

15 July The Links, Whitley Bay

Whitley Bay Vintage Bus Rally See a fleet of vintage vehicles in a colourful display.

For more information visit www.nebpt.co.uk.

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EVEN MORE SUMMER EVENTS!

4 – 5 August, 11am - 4pm The Links, Whitley Bay

Whitley Bay Kite Festival Two days of spectacular kite displays by some of the UK’s best kite makers and display teams. See dozens of magical kites of all shapes, sizes and colours. Displays are weather dependant and subject to change. For more information see www.visitnorthtyneside.com.

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EVEN MORE SUMMER EVENTS! 12 August, 10am – 4pm Tynemouth Station

Book Fair Browse books on all topics and genres.

For more information see www.tynemouthstationbookfair.co.uk.

14 August – 2 September Beaconsfield, Tynemouth

Cirque du Hilarious Slapstick superstars and panto legends Danny Adams and Clive Webb will bring their famous Cirque Du Hilarious show to the coast for the first time as part of their Magical Mischief Tour.

To book tickets visit www.cirqueduhilarious.co.uk.

23 – 27 August The Links, Whitley Bay

Spanish City Summer Funfair The annual family funfair returns to the Links.

For more information contact 01429 824014.

25 August Various locations

Crossing the Tyne Buskers Festival Some of the region’s best musicians performing on both sides of the River Tyne. For more details visit the Facebook page.

26 August Tynemouth

The Great North Bike Ride A sponsored ride for the Chris Lucas Trust, from Seahouses to Tynemouth.

For further information visit www.greatnorthbikeride.com.

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EVEN MORE SUMMER EVENTS! 17 August – 1 September Various locations

Whitley Bay Film Festival Annual event celebrating great film in great locations.

For further information visit www.whitleybayfilmfestival.co.uk.

1 September, 10.30am start Parks Sports Centre, North Shields

Stride Out to the Lighthouse 10k Walk Starts at the Parks Sports Centre and ends at St. Mary’s Lighthouse.

To register search for Stride Out to the Lighthouse on Eventbrite.

6 – 9 and 13 - 16 September Various venues across North Tyneside

Heritage Open Days Dozens of North Tyneside venues will once again open their doors to the public. For further information visit www.heritageopendays.org.uk.

23 September, 11am – 4pm Clifford’s Fort, North Shields Fish Quay

Fiddler’s Green Day Live music, entertainment and a parade of local fishermen, in support of The North Shields Fishermen’s Heritage Project. The event is supported by Karbon Homes. For more information see www.visitnorthtyneside.com.

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SHOPPING CENTRES 1 August The Beacon Centre, North Shields

Animal Adventures Meet some exciting garden animals including a hedgehog, giant snail and a millipede, with an interactive, storytelling adventure inspired by Peter Rabbit. Storytelling sessions include animal handling and take place at 11am, 12noon and 1pm. Pre-booking is strongly advised due to limited availability.

To book your place visit the Centre’s Facebook page beaconcentrenorthshields.

For more information call 0191 258 3909.

21 July The Forum Shopping Centre, Wallsend

Intergalactic Fun A day of Star Wars fun. Join in the Jedi training, have your picture taken with Chewy, have your face painted or try out a galactic tattoo.

For more information call 0191 262 8230.

22 July, 3pm – 6pm

North Tyneside ‘Coastal Heroes’ Tour Celebrate local legends of TV, film and music. Hosted by Ray Laidlaw, the 3 hour tour will also include some very special guests and a break for refreshments. Pick up is from the Gibraltar Rock Pub in Tynemouth at 3pm. Tickets are £10. For more information visit www.tyneidols.com.

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Whitley Bay Classic Car Show

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The Links, Whitley Bay Sunday 16th September 2018 10am - 3pm Register via Eventbrite by searching for Whitley Bay Classic Car Show 2018.

For more information visit www.visitnorthtyneside.com

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