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In The Midlands& Black Country

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& Black CountryOCTOBER HALF TERM 2012 ISSUE

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WelcomeWe hope that you’ve been settling into school and

enjoying it. Now that the fi rst term is over it’s up to

us here at Primary Times to let you know what’s in

store for the coming months, so snuggle up and

keep warm with this fantastic new issue!

If you’re new to the Primary Times world well you’re

in for a treat and fi rst things fi rst, what do we all think

about when we think of October? Halloween and all that

comes with it! That’s right: super spooky goings on, so

turn to page xxx for our Roundabout guide to what’s

going bump in the night and rattling the chains of the

West Midlands! Plus we have info about where to watch

the sparks fl y for Bonfi re night. But be careful: keep a

distance from fi reworks and bonfi res.

Plus on top of all that we have our buzzing Theatre

listings, Book reviews, oads of great competitions to enter

and some delicious themed recipes to try, so what are

you waiting for?

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St John Ambulance has launched an online game to help introduce people to life saving fi rst aid. The aim of the game is to get the main character to the cinema to meet his friends, whilst gaining points by using basic fi rst aid along the way. This is an easy to use tool for children and prior fi rst aid knowledge is not required. The game can be found at www.sja.org.uk/rescuerun.

CALLING ALL SCHOOLS!

LASCO MATHS CHALLENGE

RESCUE RUN

The annual LASCO Maths challenge takes place on

1st February 2013 and is open to all primary and post

primary schools in the UK. Pupils can work as a class

team, communicating with pupils of a similar age and

ability in other schools. the 2012 Challenge had 10,000

participants, raing over £10,000 for charity. Check out

the site, www.lascomaths.com and in particular look for

the feedback about the challenge given by students...

they love it!

St John Ambulance has launched an online game to help introduce people to life saving fi rst aid.of the game is to get the main character to the cinema to meet his friends, whilst gaining points by using basic fi rst aid along the way. This is an easy to use tool for children and prior fi rst aid knowledge is not required. The game can be found at www.sja.org.uk/rescuerun.

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Wear a Hat Day!

Join the fun on March 28th 2013 and help fund the

fi ght against brain tumours

‘Wear a Hat Day’ is a fun way of increasing awareness and

getting people raising money for an often overlooked form

of cancer.

It’s a day every year that we ask people to wear a hat to

raise awareness and funds for vital research into brain

tumours. A day when we encourage people to make

donations in order to wear a hat to school, at work, at social

events or even at home.

Sue Farrington-Smith, Director of Brain Tumour Research,

comments ‘Brain tumour research receives less than 1% of

national cancer research spending in the UK yet this deadly

disease kills more children and adults under 40 than any

other cancer so please get involved on March 28th 2013.

Register your interest with

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Coughton Court, Baddesley Clinton and Packwood House Between Sat 27 October - Sun 4 November. Contact properties for opening dates and times This half term, visit the National Trust in Warwickshire for family fun days out. Don't miss Halloween at Baddesley and Packwood and the Gunpowder plotters at Coughton Court! www.nationaltrust.org.uk

oooo rHe knows when you are sleeping, he knows when you’re awakeHave your little ones been good this year? This Christmas, give your children the best present they can dream of: a letter from Santa. The NSPCC’s annual festive campaign asks for a small donation of £5 and in return your child will receive a fun, colourful, personalised letter from the man himself. Visit www.nspcc.org.uk/santa from October 1 for more information or call 0845 839 9304 to place your order.

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The Celtic druids of ancient Ireland celebrated their New Year on November 1st with a festival called ‘Samhain’. On the eve of this festival they would build a huge bonfi re to drive out the evil spirits before the onset of winter.The Christian church decided that the 1st November should be All Saints Day (or All Hallows as it was known in medieval times) and 31st October, the eve of this feast day became known as Hallows Eve – now called Halloween.We also get our tradition of wearing masks and dressing up in costumes from the Celts. They wore costumes made from animal heads and furs to the Samhain bonfi res to confuse the evil spirits!

The tradition of carving lanterns from pumpkins

is said to have originated in Ireland when a

mischievous blacksmith named Jack struck a

deal with the devil and was denied entry into

Heaven.

The story goes that the devil gave Jack a small ember (glowing coal)

in a carved out turnip to light his way in the darkness. When the Irish

emigrated to America, they took the tradition with them but used

pumpkins instead of turnips!

You could carve a traditional face into your pumpkin or, for a change,

why not try a bat, spider or cat shape instead. Make sure you have

an adult to help and be careful not to cut yourself. There are so many

sizes and shapes of pumpkins, turnips and squash available now

– why not stack them on top of each other and stick together with

toothpicks to create your own Halloween monster!

Trick or treating can be great fun but you should remember that some people can fi nd trick or treaters knocking on their door frightening, so only go to people you know or who have a pumpkin lantern displayed. Get yourself a great costume – dressing up is part of the fun.Make sure you’ve put a lantern in the window and have some treats ready by the door for when your friends come knocking.

If you do go trick or treating, follow these safety tips• Never trick-or-treat alone, ideally have a grown up or

at least 2 friends with you.• Carry a torch, wear a watch and tell someone what

time you will be back.• On dark roads, make sure you are visible to cars.• Only accept treats in the doorway, NEVER go

inside a stranger’s house.• Don’t throw ANYTHING at ANYONE!

Trick or treating can be great fun but you should Trick or treating can be great fun but you should

Fill a large basin with water. Drop in several apples.Kneel or stand by the side of the basin with your hands behind your back. Take a deep breath and open your mouth wide. Now comes the bobbing. Try to grab the apple with your teeth.

Put a bowl of lemon juice on the table. Give each guest a toothpick or a paintbrush and a piece of paper. Each guest must dip their toothpick or paintbrush into the lemon juice and then write a message on the paper.When it is dry swap messages with each other. If you hold the paper in front of a light bulb, the letters will darken revealing the secret message.

1. Cut out a cat shape from black felt or black cardboard or even paper.2. Use fabric paint or glue to add the eyes, nose, and whiskers.3. Cut out several tails from black felt or cardboard or paper and sew or glue the tails to a hook or pin that can be attached to the cat.4. Stick the cat shape onto a wall or door.5. Each person takes a turn (with a blindfold on) to try to stick the tail onto the cat.

WITCH’S FINGERSCook some sausages and cut them lengthways. Fan 5 of them out on a plate as fi ngers and put a dollop of ketchup on the end of each of them for red fi ngernails.FROG SPAWNMake up some green or yellow jelly and pour into small moulds or dishes. Leave for a few minutes to partially set and then add in some black sweets like wiggly worms or black jelly tots. Leave to set fully and then tell your friends to eat the tadpoles!

Wrap a large (clean!) bowl or basin in black paper to make your cauldron & decorate. Fill the cauldron

full of “witch’s brew.” Begin with a mixture of your favourite fruit juices, add some fi zzy water (or lemonade), add chunks of fruit (cut in star & moon shapes) and a few drops of green food colouring for an evil looking brew.

From spooky walks to pumpkin parties there are plenty of ways to scare yourself silly with the National Trust in the Midlands.Visit nationaltrust.org.uk/midlandspumpkin to find your spooky half-term adventure with the National Trust.

PLUS visit primarytimes.net/competitions.php for your chance to win a free National Trust family pass.

how will you keep the little ones busy this Halloween?

Discover Baddesley Clinton, Packwood House, Wightwick Manor and Gardens, Coughton Court, Charlecote Park and Upton House and Gardens.

© The National Trust 2012. Registered Charity No. 205846. © The National Trust Images/John Millar

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theatreIn the Midlands and Black Country

November 22-24

Angelina Ballerina: The Mousical Everyone’s favourite dancing mouse, Angelina Ballerina is back on stage. Angelina is pirouetting her way onto the stage in a magical show packed full of singing, dancing, entertainment and mouse-tastic tunes. Tickets are £15.50 for adults and £12.50 for children. Check website for performance times.

NIA Birmingham

Box Offi ce: 0844 338 8000King Edwards Road, Birmingham

www.thenia.co.uk

October 24 - November 4

Disney On Ice presents Passport to Adventure Pack your bags and get ready for an adventure with Mickey and Minnie Mouse. Disney On Ice presents Passport to Adventure which will see the duo embark on a magical journey, giving you the chance to see your favourite Disney characters live on ice. From Ariel and Sebastian’s enchanting undersea kingdom and the Pride Lands on The Lion King, to the starry skies of Peter Pan, this show is guaranteed to capture your imagination. Tickets are from £14.

Wolverhampton Grand

Box Offi ce: 01902 429212 Lichfi eld Street, Wolverhampton

www.grandtheatre.info

Artrix Theatre

Box Offi ce: 01527 577330 School Drive, Bromsgrove

www.artrix.co.uk

Sunday 18 November

TREASURE ISLANDShiver me timbers, it’s Treasure Island – with Jassa from Disney’s Art Attack!Ahoy there shipmates! Come and be a pirate. Set sail for fun and adventure with Jassa Ahluwalia as Jim Hawkins, Long John Silver, and all their friends in this wonderful show for all the family. Meet the Pirates, the pretty Island Princess and Mrs. Hawkins the cook, not forgetting Polly Parrot! When young Jim Hawkins discovers a secret treasure map an exciting story starts to unfold. Watch out for Black Dog who’s out to steal the treasure for himself and laugh with Silly Billy Bones - and Ben Gunn who likes nothing more than cheese! With plenty of comedy and music, colourful costumes and a strong storyline, this is terrifi c entertainment from The Derek Grant Organisation, producers of top quality shows at theatres all over the country, gaining reviews such as “utter delight from start to fi nish” (Dorset Evening Echo). Sunday 18th November at 2pmTickets from £9.50. £7.50 (over 60s & under 16s). £30 (Family - any 4)

December 8 - January 20

Jack And The BeanstalkThis Christmas, gather up your family, friends and neighbours and get yourself down to Wolverhampton Grand Theatre for their star studded pantomime extravaganza Jack And The Beanstalk, starring the fabulous Sherrie Hewson from Loose Women and Benidorm.Sherrie Hewson will be joined on stage by Keith Harris and the loveable Orville and Cuddles who will play Simple Simon, Jack’s brother.Joining Sherrie and Keith is former Coronation Street star Ken Morley as King Crumble, Grand Theatre favourite Niki Evans in the role of Fairy Fortune and Nigel Ellacott as Dame Trott. They have all been enlisted to help Jack save the Princess Apricot and defeat the evil giant!Jack And The Beanstalk promises to be another sensational combination of comedy, music and stunning special effects

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Birmingham Town Hall

Box Offi ce: 0121 345 0600Victoria Square, Birmingham

www.thsh.co.uk

Saturday 22 December - Wednesday 16 January 2013

The Gruffalo’s ChildFollowing hot on the heels of The Gruffalo’s sell out tour and his monstrous West End success comes The Gruffalo’s Child – with attitude! Just how brave is she? Find out for yourselves by joining her at Town Hall this Christmas.One wild and windy night the Gruffalo’s child ignores her father’s warning and tiptoes out into the snow. After all, the Big Bad Mouse doesn’t really exist… does he?Tall Stories Theatre Company returns, bringing Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffl er’s award-winning sequel to life in this magical, musical adaptation.Tickets from £10.50 plus £2.50 fee per transaction on all bookings except purchases made in person at the Box Offi ce.

28 Nov 2012 - 5 Jan 2013

Sleeping BeautyWritten and directed by Iain LauchlanSleeping Beauty tells the tale of a beautiful Princess who is cursed at her Christening by the wicked Fairy Carabosse, which means that on her 18th birthday she will prick her fi nger on a spinning wheel and die. The good Fairy Azuriel offers some hope. She changes the spell to ensure that the Princess won’t die but will fall into an enchanted sleep for 100 years from which she will only wake if kissed by the one she loves.Join Nurse Nanny Nora, Josh the Jester and the dashing Prince Valiant as they battle with dragons and time machines to ensure that the Prince is ready to wake the sleeping Princess on time.Tickets from £12, (kids from just £9) Concessions: £9 - £18

The Old Rep Theatre

Box Offi ce: 0121 245 4455Station Street, Birminghamwww.oldreptheatre.co.uk

14th November 2012 - 2nd February 2013

The Birmingham Stage Company

presents JAMES AND THE GIANT PEACHThe classic story of James, a lonely young boy who lives with Aunt Sponge and Aunt Spiker, two of the most revolting Aunts in England. They make him work and slave and never let him play with other children. Then one day he meets a mystical old man who gives him a bag that contains the strongest magic the world has ever known. When James accidentally spills the bag near an old peach tree, the most incredible things start to happen – and James’s adventure has just begun! Tickets from £12

Belgrade Theatre

Box Offi ce: 024 7684 6738 Belgrade Square, Coventry

www.belgrade.co.uk

Christmas 2012

We’re Going on a Bear HuntThu 29 Nov - Sun 30 DecAges: 3+

“A fun-filled frolic.” The Guardian

“A perfect mini-adventure…” The Daily Mail

Warwick Arts Centre @warwickarts box office: 024 7652 4524 / www.warwickartscentre.co.uk50p per ticket booking fee applies Warwick Arts Centre, The University of Warwick, Coventry, CV4 7AL

Sat 1 Dec 10am – 6pm & Sun 2 Dec 10am – 4pm. A weekend for families to get into the Christmas spirit at Warwick Arts Centre.

October 27 – November 4Family Fun Days – Halloween ‘who – dunnit’ at Baddesley Clinton

Enjoy our ‘whodunnit’ trail with activities to take home. 11am - 3.30pm. £2 for activities (usual admission applies). For more information visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk/baddesleyclinton.

October 27 – November 4Family Fun Days – Halloween at Packwood HouseHalloween story walk trail around the grounds with take home treats. 11am - 3.30pm. £2 for activities (usual admission applies). For more information visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk/packwood

October 27 – November 4Family Fun Days – Gunpowder and Ghosts at Coughton CourtStep in the dark world of the Gunpowder plotters and uncover Coughton’s links to the infamous Gunpowder Plot. 11am - 3.30pm. £2 for activities (usual admission applies). For more information visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk/coughtoncourt.

October 28

Poetic Piano at Coughton CourtLocal concert pianist and celebrated composer and poet Helena Cavam return to Coughton an informal concert with poetic interludes. Starts 3.30pm. £10 includes tea and cake. For more information visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk/coughtoncourt.

October 26

Cauldrons, Cats & Cobwebs: Halloween Extravaganza!Dress up in your scariest costumes and come along to a special evening of Halloween fun for all the family! Follow a spine tingling path through the atmospheric stores to see some of the scariest museum objects not usually on display - who knows what, or who, you might encounter along the way. Admission £1 per person.

Open from 6pm to 9pm. Visit www.bmag.org.uk/Museum-collections-centre for more information.

October 27

Structures of splendour Join Coventry Cathedral and The Herbert Art Gallery as they celebrate the national Big Draw event. Start your day at the cathedral (which will be open for free) and use the architecture to create beautiful drawings. Then take your drawings across to The Herbert and use them to inspire your decoration of large structures on display. Free event. Cathedral open from 10am to 2pm, The Herbert open from 11am to 3pm. Visit www.theherbert.org for more information.

October 22-26

Animal handling with Tropical Inc Join Steve and his feathery, hairy, slithery, scary and furry friends for a week of up close and personal animal fun at Thinktank Birmingham. Sessions at 12pm, 1.30pm and 3.30pm. Free to Thinktank ticket holders. Visit www.thinktank.ac for information and ticket prices.

October 23

Bookmaking bonanza! Hosted at the Museum of the Jewellery Quarter, this bookmaking workshop is great fun for all the family. Create a simple handmade concertina book, illustrated in a Gothic style using printing and collage techniques. Open from 1-3pm. Pre-booking essential. £2.50 per person. Visit www.bmag.org.uk for full details.

October 23

Family Make and Take at Blakesley HallMake a severed fi nger pencil. Suitable for 5’s and over. For more information on ticket prices and times visit www.bmag.org.uk/blakesley-hall.

October 23-28

Spooky SohoSoho’s spooky cellars are transformed into the Soho Dungeons for Halloween as we explore terrible tales of 18th Century crime and punishment. Free entry. Usual charges to historic house apply. Open from 12 noon to 4pm. Visit www.bmag.org.uk/soho-house for more information.

October 27

Taste of TormentA weekend of Halloween stories and activities – Stories for children for different ages groups. Visit if you Dare! Open from 12.00 to 4pm. Visit www.bmag.org.uk/aston-hall for more information.

October 27

Murder Mystery at Baddesley ClintonLook for clues and solve the mystery in the moated manor house and enjoy a three course dinner in the restaurant. Starts 6.30pm. Tickets £45. For more information visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk/baddesleyclinton.


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ScooterMania

October 10 – November 17

Lecture Brunches – Autumn Series at Baddesley ClintonEnjoy our popular series of brunch lectures. A

45 minute talk on a variety of topics followed

by a full English Breakfast. Tickets £15.

9.30am - 11am. For more information visit

www.nationaltrust.org.uk/baddesleyclinton.

October 21

Trafalgar Day at Soho House Celebrate Trafalgar Day at Soho House where

you can discover the story of Nelson’s visit

to the house in 1802 and learn all about the

signifi cance of Trafalgar Day. Open from

2.30-3.30pm. £2 entry, pre-booking essential.

Visit www.bmag.org.uk or call 0121 554 9122

to book.

ScooterManiaOctober 26 - March 3

This Autumn and Winter, be transported to the 1950s and 60s, as Coventry Transport Museum presents a delightful new exhibition of British scooters from these two fascinating decades. Whilst many people are familiar with the Italian scooters favoured by the Mod generation, this new exhibition showcases over 40 scooters made right here in Britain – and there are quite a few weird and wonderful surprises in store. All of the scooters on display were collected by one man, and they include well-known British names such as Triumph, BSA and Raleigh, as well as more ‘obscure’ manufacturers such as DMW, DKR and Dunkley, to offer a unique perspective on this iconic form of personal transport. Of course the scooters themselves are the stars of the show, but they are complemented by eye-catching displays of advertising, fashion and furnishings from the 50s and 60s, to create an experience that is both nostalgic and surprising, and is bound to get you talking! Open 10am to 5pm daily. Admission is FREE.

Enjoy our ‘whodunnit’ trail with activities to take Enjoy our ‘whodunnit’ trail with activities to take home. home. October 22-26

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Wightwick Manor Walking Festival See how fast you can walk or take a gentle stroll around the grounds of Wightwick Manor. There are a few inclines, but fantastic views at the end. Visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk or call 01902 760100 for more information. Open from 11am to 4pm. Free event, usual admission applies.

November 9-11

Cake International - The Sugarcraft, Cake Decorating & Baking ShowHave you joined the nation and embraced the ever-growing trend for cake decorating? If so, make sure you visit Cake International, where you will fi nd everything you need for this irresistible craft. Spend three days in cake heaven with all the latest ideas, supplies, competitions, demonstrations and workshops from industry experts. Over 100 exhibitions from across the globe will be offering the very latest cake decorating and sugarcraft supplies. Whether you are after cutters, moulds, stencils or sugarpaste, this is a must-visit show for cake enthusiasts. Open Friday 9 and Saturday 10 9am-5.30pm and Sunday 11 November 9am-5.00pm. Tickets £10 (available online) or £12 on the door.

November 16 - February 24

Revealed Government Art Collection ExhibitionBirmingham Museums are the fi rst venue for a tour of a major selection of works from the Government Art Collection. This is the fi rst time that such a large grouping of works have been shown together. Open Monday - Thursday 10.00am - 5.00pm, Friday 10.30am - 5.00pm, Sat 10.00am - 5.00pm, Sunday 12.30pm - 5.00pm. Entrance FREE. Visit www.bmag.org.uk/birmingham-museum for more information.

November 22 - 25

The Festive Gift FairThe fabulous Festive Gift Fair is returning to the NEC for four days from 22 – 25 November. Half the fun of Christmas is fi nding

unusual presents. If you like a lot of choice, then this is the Fair for you! There are brilliant

show offers, fabulous ideas and

affordable presents for everyone.

The Organisers take all the hard

work out of present-buying, bringing together a great mix of

325 stalls, brimming over with thousands of clever gifts for all

ages and tastes. You’ll see all your favourites as well as over

100 new companies at this year’s

bumper Fair. Open from 9.30am

to 5pm. For more information on

exhibitors and visiting the Fair, visit

www.festivegiftfair.co.uk.Save money by booking in advance – adult tickets are just £8.50. Book by phone by calling

The Ticket Factory on 0844 581

0808/0809. Or Book online at www.theticketfactory.com

November 24 – December 2

Winter Festival at Coughton CourtEnjoy the mansion dressed for

a traditional Christmas. Festive

market stalls and Coach House

gift shop, Christmas lunches, music and at the weekends, Father Christmas in his festive

sitting room. Normal admission

applies. For more information visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk/coughtoncourt.

December 3 - December 7

Blakesley Hall Christmas ToursA chance to see Blakesley Hall

decorated for Christmas and fi nd

out about Christmas customs

from the past. Entrance £5 per person. Visit www.bmag.org.uk/blakesley-hall for more information.

December 8 and 9

Christmas Wassail at Coughton CourtJoin our long established traditional Christmas Wassail, with stories and carols from Birmingham Crescent Theatre.

Mulled wine, a roaring fi re and

mince pies included. 4.30pm - 7.30pm. Admission: Adult £23, Child £10. Booking essential by calling 01789 400777 op 2. For more information visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk/coughtoncourt.

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The MAD Museum The brand new MAD Museum in Stratford upon Avon is now open and looking forward to welcoming you! Enter a world full of fascinating sights and sounds at The Mechanical Art and Design (MAD) Museum where Kinetic Art, Automota and Steampunk mechanisms come to life before your very eyes. The only museum of its kind in England, The MAD Museum holds more than 100 mesmerising exhibits by respected and pioneering artists

from all over the world. The machines range from dancing laser lights and clever robots to stunningly quirky clocks and roaring dinosaurs. Pascal Bettex’s two exhibiting pieces are loved by visitors as unlikely household objects take on new purposes while spinning, whirling

and fl ashing to amaze you. Visit

www.themadmuseum.co.uk for

all the information.

The Follies at Hawkstone Park The Follies is a fantasyland of ancient cliffs, crags, caves,

woods and monuments. Built

more than 200 years ago, the

magical landscape fell into

neglect and was lovingly restored

in 1993. Try your hand at archery,

clay pigeon shooting and much

more. Visit www.principal-hayley.

com/hawkstonepark for details

of events. School trips can also

be arranged: call 01948 841700

for more information.

Crash! Bang! Wallop! Crash! Bang! Wallop! has everything you and the little

ones needs for a good, fun

day out. The indoor adventure

wonderland where children can

spend hours fi ring cannons,

sliding down a double helix

tunnel slide, hiding in ball pits

and even getting exercise in the

sports area. Check out www.

crashbangwallop.bix for all the

details.

Oak House Museum The historical Oak House Museum in West Bromwich

dates back to between 1590

and 1630 (it’s so old that nobody

really knows how old it is!) and

it’s free to visit. Open Tuesday

and Wednesday from 1-4pm

during October and November.

Visit www.sandwell.gov.uk for

more information.

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December 8

Christmas Celebrations at the Museum of the Jewellery QuarterCostumed guided tours, carol singing by Enchant choir and festive

refreshments in the tearoom. Buy those last minute presents in our

lovely gift shop, or for a unique gift why not choose from our extensive

selection of exclusive designer jewellery. Visit www.bmag.org.uk/

museum-of-the-jewellery-quarter for more information.

December 8, 9, 15 & 16

Victorian Christmas Festive WeekendResidents at Blists Hill Victorian Town will be busy preparing

for Christmas this weekend. Come along and experience the

atmosphere of a bygone era and be treated to an array of traditional

celebrations from the 1800s; you can listen to brass bands, see

Father Christmas’ reindeer and do some Christmas present

shopping. Museum admission is £15.45 adults, £12.35 for 60 plus,

£10.25 children 5-18 years in full time education and under 5s free;

a family ticket (two adults and two children) at £46.50 is available

for the festive weekends only. A visit to see Father Christmas in his

Grotto is an additional £3.50 per child and includes a traditional gift.

Passport tickets are not valid for this event. Opens 10am - 4pm. For

details call 01952 433 424 or visit www.ironbridge.org.uk

Cost £9.99 per person (Tickets Non Transferrable or Refundable)

to include a gift for every child and a hot drink and mince pie for adults.

Boats depart every half hour: 9th, 15th, 16th, 22nd and23rd of December from 10am to 5pm(Access is from Birmingham New Road -not The Black Country Museum)Admin fee of £2 per booking for credit/debit card bookings

Come and join Aladdin and his mother,Widow Twankey in their secretunderground oriental town of Bilston.Help them from the Evil Queen whowants their magic lamp in order tobanish Father Christmas. Can you thinkof a magic wish to help them?

You then follow the secret tunnel toSanta’s magical workshop and meet“Tiny, the Fairy” who is Santa’s helper andwill help Santa to hand out his presents.

For just £9.99 per person, you aretreated to a journey by boat through anunderground winter wonderland. Eachchild gets to meet Father Christmas inhis magical workshop and receives a gift.Each adult receives a hot drink andmince pie.

Tickets are available from our booking office hotline

01384 236275or via our website www.dudleycanaltrust.org.uk

Travel by boat to see the Trust Drama Groupperform a pantomime in Singing Cavern

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By Kenneth Grahame,adapted for the stage by Alan Bennett, additional lyrics and music by Jeremy Sams

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AMAZING FAMILY DEAL!Up to two under-16s attendfor half price with everyfull-price adult ticket

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OCTOBER HALF TERM 2012 ISSUE 16Recipes supplied by www.eggrecipes.co.uk

Ingredients: 3tbsp olive oil1 onion (peeled and fi nely chopped)500g/1lb pumpkin (peeled, deseeded and chopped into cubes)400g/14oz sweet potatoes (peeled and chopped into cubes) zest and juice of two oranges2 cloves of garlic (peeled and sliced)1tsp ground coriander900ml/1½ pints vegetable stocksalt and freshly ground pepperMethod: Heat the oil in a large pan. Add the onion and cook over a low heat until softened

Add the chopped pumpkin and sweet potatoes, garlic, coriander, orange zest and juice Continue cooking for a few more minutes, adding a little more oil if requiredAdd the vegetable stock and season with salt and pepperBring to the boil, cover and simmer for about 30 minutes until the pumpkin and sweet potatoes are tenderLet the soup cool slightly before blending in a food processor or with a hand blender. Yum!

Pumpkin and Orange BrothIf you don’t wish to carve a pumpkin, then make some soup instead! Pretend you’re a witch stirring your cauldron. Double, double, toil and trouble..

Cooking up a ghoulish treat

with these tasty recipes

Sinister Bagel Sssssnake This is a fun way of serving bagels, and you can make the snake as long as you want depending on how many bagels you use!

Ingredients 2 (or as many as you can eat!) bagels

Egg salad topping: 2 or 3 large eggs 3 tbsp mayonnaise

1 tbsp snipped fresh chives 3 tbsp salad cresssalt and pepper

Tuna salad topping: 1 x 200g tin of tuna2 tbsp ketchup 2 tbsp crème fraiche or Greek yoghurt2 spring onions, fi nely sliced

Decoration: cherry tomatoes, halved chives, chopped1 stuffed olive, slicedstrip of sweet pepper

Method

Put the eggs in a saucepan of cold water and

bring to the boil. Reduce the heat and simmer

for 7-8 minutes so the yolk becomes solid.

Place the eggs in a bowl under cold running

water until they are completely cool. With an

adults’ help, peel the shell from the eggs.

Slice the bagels in half and then cut in half

down the centre to form a semi circle. Cut out

the head of the snake from one of the pieces

of bagel and the tail from another. Mix the

ingredients for the tuna salad topping and the

ingredients for the egg salad topping. Spread

half the bagels with the tuna topping and the

other half with the egg.

Decorate the tuna topping with the halved

cherry tomatoes and the egg topping with

strips of chives arranged in a crisscross

pattern. Arrange the bagels to form the body

of a snake (like ours in the picture), then

attach the head to the snake’s body and

arrange two slices of stuffed olive to form the

eyes and cut out a forked tongue shape from

the strip of sweet pepper.

Cooking up a ghoulish treat bagels, and you can make the snake as long as you want snake as long as you want

Cooking up a ghoulish treat This is a fun way of serving bagels, and you can make the snake as long as you want snake as long as you want

Cooking up a ghoulish treat This is a fun way of serving bagels, and you can make the snake as long as you want snake as long as you want

Cooking up a ghoulish treat

Sinister Bagel Sinister Bagel Sssssnake Sssssnake Sinister Bagel Sssssnake Sinister Bagel Sinister Bagel Sssssnake Sinister Bagel

This is a fun way of serving This is a fun way of serving bagels, and you can make the bagels, and you can make the

espr ice

Freaky Egg Heads

A fun way to prepare egg sandwiches.

Get creative designing creepy faces!

Method:

Put the eggs in a saucepan of cold water

and bring to the boil. Reduce the heat

and simmer for 7-8 minutes so the yolk

becomes solid. Place the eggs in a bowl

under cold running water until they are

completely cool. With an adults’ help, peel

the shell from the eggs.

Ask an adult to slice 2 eggs with an egg

slicer or knife. Set aside 8 slices for the

eyes. Place the remaining pieces in a bowl,

add the unsliced eggs, mash with a fork

and add the mayonnaise.

Spread the slices of bread with the butter

or margarine and cover with the egg

mayonnaise. Make faces on the bread

using toppings of your choice. We went for

grated carrot, sweet pepper, olives, salami,

gherkin, chives, basil and peas, but you

can use whatever you like! Get creative!

Ingredients:

7 large eggs3 ½ tbsp. mayonnaise

salt and pepper

4 slices of bread

butter or margarine for

spreading

Decoration:

grated carrot

sweet pepper

olivessalamigherkinchivesbasil peas

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t o 3 Ma rch 2013

An exhibition of British scooters

from the 1950s and 60s.

C O V E N T R Y T R A N S P O R T M U S E U M

27 Oct to 4 NovOctober Half Term ActivitiesScooter-themed trails and craftactivities for kids availablethroughout the holidays.

17 & 18 NovChristmas Craft FairGet your Christmas shoppingstarted early at this lovely event.

7PLUS SPECIAL EVENTS:

17 Nov Blitz Family DayKids can experience life during World War II, with a range of activities at Coventry TransportMuseum, Coventry Cathedral & The Herbert.

18 Nov Campers Christmas – Vans vs VespasA festive light display with a difference, as campervans and scooters get blinged up for Christmas.

2 DecChristmas Family DayGet into the festivespirit with loads ofChristmas family fun.

www.transport-museum.comTel: 024 7623 4270

All bookings are subject to a single transaction fee. All information correct at time of publishing.See website for all information. Tickets include showguide to the value of £7.50

Tickets also allow FREE entry into The Footman James Classic Motorbike Show,with 100s of fantastic classic bikes, special guests and live bike action!

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The Dreadful Dragon

(7-10)

Come to School Too,

Blue Kangaroo (6+)

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That fi rst day at school... is there anything quite like it? When Lily starts at a new school she asks her loveable Blue Kangaroo to come too. Lily thinks that Blue Kangaroo is worried about going too but deep down he can’t wait to explore new things, and to get involved with all the things that children get to explore at school. And that’s just the beginning, we wouldn’t spoil the rest of it! This is the eighth title in this hugely popular series, so there’s lots to explore if you enjoy this book.

Ronald the Magnifi cent is the youngest wizard in the Ronald the Magnifi cent is the youngest wizard in the Ronald the Magnifi cent is the youngest wizard in the Ronald the Magnifi cent is the youngest wizard in the Ronald the Magnifi cent is the youngest wizard in the Ronald the Magnifi cent is the youngest wizard in the Ronald the Magnifi cent is the youngest wizard in the Wizards’ Club. The trouble is, he is not a very good Wizards’ Club. The trouble is, he is not a very good Wizards’ Club. The trouble is, he is not a very good wizard and all the others tease him terribly. They wizard and all the others tease him terribly. They wizard and all the others tease him terribly. They don’t even let him have his own chair. What Ronald don’t even let him have his own chair. What Ronald don’t even let him have his own chair. What Ronald needs is a pet so at least somebody is on his side. needs is a pet so at least somebody is on his side. needs is a pet so at least somebody is on his side. But pets are not allowed, so Ronald has to magic his But pets are not allowed, so Ronald has to magic his But pets are not allowed, so Ronald has to magic his pet up in secret. And when he does get his pet, it is pet up in secret. And when he does get his pet, it is pet up in secret. And when he does get his pet, it is not as easily controlled as Ronald would have liked. not as easily controlled as Ronald would have liked. not as easily controlled as Ronald would have liked. This is a very funny book featuring wizards, fi re-This is a very funny book featuring wizards, fi re-This is a very funny book featuring wizards, fi re-This is a very funny book featuring wizards, fi re-This is a very funny book featuring wizards, fi re-This is a very funny book featuring wizards, fi re-breathing, some misplaced magic and a lot of breathing, some misplaced magic and a lot of breathing, some misplaced magic and a lot of breathing, some misplaced magic and a lot of breathing, some misplaced magic and a lot of breathing, some misplaced magic and a lot of sausages! Perfect!sausages! Perfect!sausages! Perfect!sausages! Perfect!sausages! Perfect!sausages! Perfect!sausages! Perfect!

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From the highest peaks, the highest-fl ying

aircraft, the fastest man, the biggest country

to the most venomous snake, this book has

it all. There’s no end to the wonderful and

fascinating facts you can learn about the

world, perfect for impressing your friends and

expanding your horizons. In fact you can play

a game with this book: pick a page, any page

and you will be assured to land on a new and

fun fact every single time.

Do you have trouble retaining important morsels of Do you have trouble retaining important morsels of Do you have trouble retaining important morsels of Do you have trouble retaining important morsels of Do you have trouble retaining important morsels of Do you have trouble retaining important morsels of Do you have trouble retaining important morsels of Do you have trouble retaining important morsels of

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Yes you read that right: this book features a zombie bird. Yes you read that right: this book features a zombie bird. Yes you read that right: this book features a zombie bird.

What is that you ask? Well that would be telling. All that What is that you ask? Well that would be telling. All that

we know is that people who read it couldn’t put it down we know is that people who read it couldn’t put it down

and found it a real laugh out loud experience, featuring

magic, mayhem, invisibility and a crazy sense of fun,

aimed at 7 or 8 year olds. As well as anyone above!aimed at 7 or 8 year olds. As well as anyone above!

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Our pick of the latest must-haves for

your bookshelf and e-readers

Easy Peasy Lemon Squeezy (7+)

Agatha Parrot and the

Zombie Bird (7+)

Do you have trouble retaining important morsels of Do you have trouble retaining important morsels of

information about Maths, Science, Language, Art and so information about Maths, Science, Language, Art and so

on? Well this brilliant book is for you. In fact it’s not just a on? Well this brilliant book is for you. In fact it’s not just a

book, it’s a brain booster, equipped with something called

a ‘Memory Gym’ containing simple and fun techniques to

increase memory power. Plus it’s full of great ilustrations

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That fi rst day at school... is there anything quite like it? When Lily starts at a new school she asks her loveable Blue Kangaroo to come too. Lily thinks that Blue Kangaroo is worried about going too but deep down he can’t wait to explore new things, and to get involved with all the things that children get to explore at school. And that’s just the beginning, we wouldn’t spoil the rest of it! This is the eighth title in this hugely popular series, so there’s lots to explore if you enjoy this book.


From the highest peaks, the highest-fl ying

The World’s Fastest, Spookiest,

Smelliest, Strongest Book (8+)Smelliest, Strongest Book (8+)

Jan Payne, Buster Books, £7.99

The Dreadful Dragon

Ronald the Magnifi cent is the youngest wizard in the Ronald the Magnifi cent is the youngest wizard in the

Kaye Umansky, Bloomsbury, £5.99

Do you have trouble retaining important morsels of Do you have trouble retaining important morsels of


Steve Martin, Buster Books, £7.99

Yes you read that right: this book features a zombie bird.

Kjartan Poskitt, Egmont, £5.99

We want to hear about your favourite books! Write to us at Primary Times, Publishing Ink, Fifth Floor, White House, 111 New Street, Birmingham, B2 4EU or email us at [email protected] and tell us about your favourite books and why you love them. You might even see your name here in the next issue!

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Join us for scientific fun at Thinktank this half term!• Brand new Science Garden • ‘Inside DNA’ Exhibition

• Daily Big Bang Show • BBC Prehistoric Autopsy - Uncovered

Thinktank, Birmingham Science Museum

T: 0121 202 2222 www.thinktank.ac

Millennium Point, Curzon Street, Birmingham B4 7XG

10% online

discount!

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Could you make the TIME TO CARE?• Do you have at least one spare

bedroom?

• Do you have the time to care for a child or sibling group?

• Are you willing to undertake training to become an Adopter or Foster Carer?

Say ‘yes’ to the questions above and you could easily consider Fostering as a new career …

Birmingham City Council has about 2000 children in its care at any given time and is looking for suitable individuals and families who might be able to provide caring and stable environments for them to live in on a short or long term basis.

One can only begin to imagine how devastating, traumatic and frightening life could become for a child who is removed from their parents, siblings, relatives or others close to them. Being placed in an environment where the household’s values are the same, food is similar and the language spoken

is familiar, can enable them to function and assist them when dealing with separation.

You, or someone you know, could ensure that a child / sisters and brothers could provide direction, peace and the ability to function in a loving, safe and stable environment.

Don’t count yourself out without talking to us first!

Contact us at the recruitment Centre on 0121 303 7575 for a chat or visit www.birmingham.gov.uk/fostering for further information.


Bonfire Night

the stars are the stars are the stars are the stars are the stars are the stars are the stars are the stars are the stars are the stars are the stars are the stars are the stars are the stars are the stars are the stars are the stars are the stars are the stars are the stars are the stars are the stars are the stars are the stars are the stars are bright – keep bright – keep bright – keep bright – keep bright – keep bright – keep bright – keep bright – keep bright – keep bright – keep bright – keep

your family safe on the nightFor a great Bonfi re Night, take a few minutes to

read our helpful guide!

If a fi re gets out of control, dial 999 and call out the fi re and rescue service.For further bonfi re and fi rework safety tips visit your local fi re service websites.

If you must light a bonfi re, follow these safety tips:

• Site the bonfi re well away from houses, garages, sheds, fences, overhead cables, trees and shrubs and well away from your fi reworks

• Before lighting, make sure there are no animals hiding inside

• Be careful when building the bonfi re, so it does not collapse once lit

• Don’t burn foam fi lled furniture, aerosols or tins of paint or bottles

• Never use fl ammable liquids – paraffi n or petrol – to light the fi re

• Keep everyone, especially children, away from the fi re

• In case of emergency, keep buckets of water, a garden hose of a fi re extinguisher ready

• When the party is over, pour water on the embers before leaving

We all know that fi reworks can be great fun if handled responsibly, however we would encourage people to go to an organised event if possible rather than having fi reworks in their own garden. If you do intend to have fi reworks at home, do follow the safety code:

• Keep fi reworks in a closed metal box and take them out one at a time

• Follow the manufacturer’s instructions on each fi rework. Read the instructions by torch light and not a naked fl ame and always buy fi reworks from a reputable source

• Light fi reworks at arm’s length using a safety fi rework lighter or fuse wick

• Stand back after lighting

• NEVER go back to a fi rework once lit, it may go off in your face

• Keep a bucket of water handy

• Collect used fi reworks with care, douse with water and bury them or place in a metal container

• Keep children under control

• Keep pets indoors

• Take care with sparklers – young children should not handle these

• NEVER throw fi reworks

• NEVER keep them in your pocket

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There’s a lot to do in Dudley if you’re looking for a fun family day out both inside and out. Sometimes it can be hard to choose what you want to do or to fi nd something that none of the family have done together before. That’s why heading down to Bowlplex Dudley is a great idea as it is something for all the family!Well fear no more! Bowlplex is the ideal place to bring the kids during the holidays, not only does our awesome ten-pin bowling cater to kids (and adults) of all ages, we also have lots of other things on site that will entertain them for hours no matter what their age.

Bowlplex Dudley BirthdaysStuck for that ingenious birthday party idea? Want something fun, different and action-packed for yours or your child’s birthday? Help is at hand as Bowlplex Dudley can offer just that, helping your birthday party be the best yet.If you have a birthday party with us you get all the following:• Unlimited tenpin bowling throughout• Platter meal to share• Unlimited Robinsons sugar free squash• Prizes, games and giveaways from a live entertainer• Extra special gift for the Birthday boy or girl

We’ve just made The Great Indoors even greater!Our brand new Activity Zone will soon be open at Bowlplex Dudley.Created in association with iKidz, this new addition to Bowlplex is the perfect family activity club where children of all ages can play, learn and relax to their heart’s content! Families get to enjoy this unique experience where emotions and physical activity run high to bring everyone together in fun, social surroundings.

For the grown ups we are proud to serve Costa Coffee so you can sit back whilst the children have all the fun!Join us for the opening events on the 27th and 28th October 2012 where we’re hosting a whole weekend of family fun and entertainment not to be missed! There’ll be face painters, competitions, games, prizes, and more!

Price ListChild under 1 year:FREE!Child under 3 years: £5Child over 3 years: £6Adult with child under 1 year: £1.50Adult with paying child: FREE!

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On what date is Halloween?Closing date: Friday, 30 November 2012.Find half-term fun near you at nationaltrust.org.uk/midlandspumpkin

WIN FAMILY TICKETS TO JACK AND THE BEANSTALKWolverhampton Grand Theatre is the place to be this Christmas as they pull back the curtains on ‘Jack And The Beanstalk’, starring Sherrie Hewson from Loose Women, which promises to be full of fun and excitement!

The Grand has very kindly given Primary Times some sets of family tickets (four tickets per family), so now is your chance to take part!

Sherrie Hewson will be joined on stage by Keith Harris and the loveable Orville and Cuddles who will play Simple Simon, Jack’s brother. Also onstage is former Coronation Street star Ken Morley as King Crumble, Niki Evans in the role of Fairy Fortune and Nigel Ellacott as Dame Trott. They have all been enlisted to help Jack save the Princess Apricot and defeat the evil giant!

To enter the competition please answer the following question

Keith Harris has another creature besides Orville with him in this years Jack and the Beanstalk... who is it?Closing date: Friday, 30 November 2012.Jack And The Beanstalk is at the Grand Theatre Wolverhampton from 8 December to 20 January 2013. To book tickets please call the Box Offi ce on 01902 42 92 12 or visit our website at www.grandtheatre.co.uk


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WIN A FAMILY TICKET TO JAMES AND THE GIANT PEACHThe Birmingham Stage Company is proud to present a brand new production of JAMES AND THE GIANT PEACH by Roald Dahl adapted by David Wood.

The classic story of James, a lonely young boy who lives with Aunt Sponge and Aunt Spiker, the most revolting Aunts in England. They make him work and slave and never let him play with other children. Then one day he meets a mystical old man who gives him a bag that contains the strongest magic the world has ever known. When James accidentally spills the bag near an old peach tree, the most incredible things start to happen – and James’s adventure has just begun!

This fantastic production is brought to you by Birmingham Stage Company following its acclaimed productions of GEORGE’S MARVELLOUS MEDICINE, HORRIBLE HISTORIES and THE JUNGLE BOOK. If you’re looking for fruitfi lled fun and wizzpopping wonders, then don’t miss James and his Giant Peach!

The Birmingham Stage Company has produced more productions of Roald Dahl than any other company in the world – so don’t miss this thrilling adventure coming this Christmas.

To win one of two family tickets to see James and the Giant Peach just answer the following question

Who wrote James and the Giant Peach? Closing date: Friday, 30 November 2012.James and the Giant Peach runs from the 14th November 2012 - 2nd February 2013at the Old Rep Theatrewww.oldreptheatre.org.uk

WIN A COPY OF EASY PEASY LEMON SQUEEZYDoes Maths leave you in a muddle? Struggle with Spelling? Do you fi nd History horrible? ‘Easy Peasy Lemon Squeezy’ is the mind-expanding book for you. Full of fun illustrations and juicy bite-sized facts, this book will not only help you learn but help keep WHAT you learn locked safely away. After dipping in and out of the many facts and subjects at hand, your grasp of general knowledge - including subjects such as geography, art, music and language - will feel just that little bit more sharp. The fun doesn’t stop there either, as the creators of the book have provided you with bonuses such as the marvellous ‘Memory Gym’ which will arm you with new tips and tricks to make those all-important facts stick for when you need them! In short this is a book you will dip in and out of time and time again as you progress in school, and best of all we have some beautiful hardback copies to give away to some lucky readers!

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What is the shape of the fruit on the cover?Closing date: Friday, 30 November 2012.

WIN TICKETS TO THE FESTIVE GIFT FAIR!The Festive Gift Fair is returning to the NEC for four days from 22 – 25 November.

Half the fun of Christmas is fi nding unusual presents for your family and friends. If you fi nd you are sometimes limited then this is the event for you.There are brilliant show offers, fabulous ideas and affordable presents for everyone.

There will be a wide mix of 325 stalls, brimming over with thousands of varied gifts for all ages and tastes. You’ll see familiar favourites as well as over one hundred new companies, along with food, drink and live music

For your chance to win a set of four tickets, simply answer this question

Where is the Festive Gift Fair taking place?Closing date: Friday, 16 November 2012.

To enter all our competitions, go to www.primarytimes.net/competitions or send your entry on a postcard with the name of the competition you wish to enter, your name, address and telephone number to Primary Times, Publishing Ink, Fifth Floor, White House, 111 New Street, Birmingham, B2 4EU by the closing date stated. You can go straight to our competitions page on our website by scanning this code with your smart phone. Good luck!

horrible? ‘Easy Peasy Lemon Squeezy’ is the mind-expanding book for you. Full of fun illustrations and juicy bite-sized facts, this book will not only help you learn but help keep WHAT you learn locked safely away. After dipping in and out of the many facts and subjects at hand, your grasp of general knowledge - including subjects such as geography, art, music and language - will feel just that little bit more sharp. The fun doesn’t stop there either, as the creators of the book have provided you with bonuses such as the marvellous ‘Memory Gym’ which will arm you with new tips and tricks to make those all-important facts stick for when you need them! In short this is a book you will dip in and out of time and time again as you progress in school, and best of all we have some beautiful hardback copies to give away to some lucky readers!

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What is the shape of the fruit on the cover?Closing date: Friday, 30 November 2012.

LITTLE ART CLUBWOLVERHAMPTON ART GALLERYLet little imaginations run wild with weekly art activities.£2 per session. Suitable for ages 7 and under.

OCTOBER - INSPIRED BY THE MARK SPEIGHT PROJECTSaturday 27 October 2012, 10.30am - 11.30am

NOVEMBER – INSPIRED BY POP ARTSaturday 3 November 2012, 10.30am - 11.30am

ART CLUBWOLVERHAMPTON ART GALLERYCreative activities suitable for 8-14 years, inspired by the Mark Speight project, with the opportunity to gain arts award accreditation. Over 8’s can be unaccompanied once contact details / medical info and permission slips have been provided.£2 per session. Suitable for 8 – 14 years.

OCTOBER – INSPIRED BY THE MARK SPEIGHT PROJECTSaturday 27 October 2012, 12pm – 1pmNOVEMBER – INSPIRED BY POP ARTSaturday 3 November 2012, 12pm – 1pm

Contact InformationBantock House MuseumT: 01902 552195www.wolverhamptonart.org.uk/bantock

Bilston Craft GalleryT: 01902 429212www.wolverhamptonart.org.uk/bilston

Wolverhampton Art GalleryT: 01902 552055www.wolverhamptonart.org.uk/wolves

THE BIG DRAW:2012 IN LINESMo 29 – Fr 2 Nov 11am – 3pmWolverhampton Art Gallery

Tu 30 Oct, 1pm – 3pmBantock House and MuseumThe Big Draw is the world’s biggest celebration of drawing. It has grown into a month-long festival throughout October all over the UK. Every year more people across the world join Big Draw events and engage in creative activities. Lots of fun and fantastic drawing activities for the half term week.Our theme for this year is ‘2012 in Lines’,see how you can describe this year’s exciting events through drawing. FREE, Drop in

Tuesday 30 Oct 11.15am – 12noonONCE UPON A TIME…Storytelling followed by craft activities.Bantock house and MuseumFree admission, drop in

Tuesday 30 Oct10.30am – 12noon & 1.30pm – 3pmTRANSFORM YOUR OLD TOYSBring along an old toy to transform into something new. Booking required, suitable for 5-12 years, children must be supervised.Bilston Craft Gallery, £2 per child

Wednesday 31 Oct 2pm – 5pmHALLOWEEN FUN DAYJoin us for an afternoon of Halloween fun and free craft activities. Meet snakes, bugs and frogs with Animal Mania! Enjoy face-painting (50p a go), the exhibition trail and prize for the best Halloween costume. For our very youngest visitors Craftplay will be open from 2 – 4 pm.Bilston Craft Gallery, FREE

Thursday 1 Nov10.30am - 12noon & 1pm - 2.30pmA SPARKLING DISPLAYChildren’s workshop to create dynamic pictures using a mix of materials.Bantock House and MuseumBooking essential, £2 per child (5 -14)

Thursday 1 Nov10am – 12noon & 1.30pm – 3.30pmSCARY SOCK MONSTER PUPPETSCreate a scary sock monster puppet for Halloween. Drop in workshop, suitable for 5-12 years, children must be supervised.Bilston Craft Gallery, £2 per child

Saturday 3 Nov11am – 4pmCRAFT FAIRSale of work by local makers including pottery, fabrics and jewellery.Bantock House Museum, FREE, Drop in

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