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Fun in Brum Easter 2016 25/03/2016 - 10/04/2016 Fun in Brum Easter 2016 25/03/2016 - 10/04/2016 Safeguarding Statement This list of events has been compiled by the Children's Information and Advice Service for information only. It is up to the parent/carer to decide what is most appropriate for their child. Please note that some of the events listed in this booklet are organised by third parties and neither the Children's Information and Advice Service nor Birmingham City Council take responsibility if any of these events are cancelled or changed. Please note the information has been gathered to support parents/carers in accessing activities for children and that Birmingham City Council does not in any way recommend or endorse any of the organisations other than services directly delivered by the council. It is the responsibility of parents/carers to carry out their own checks and to feel completely satisfied with the safety of their child and the quality of the service offered. Children's Information and Advice Service P.O. Box I6507, Birmingham B2 2EX 0121 303 1888 Email: [email protected] Fun in Brum Welcome to the latest edition of Fun In Brum produced by the Children's Information and Advice Service. We hope you find the information useful. There are loads of exciting things to do for all the family and some of them are totally free. We have added contact details of Birmingham Libraries which often run activities during school holidays. The activities are listed in date order. Fun for All This edition contains a wide range of activities including some for disabled children and young people up to the age of 19 in some cases. When we have been told that an activity or event is inclusive we have added the following text - If your child or young person has a disability, please call the organisation for further information. Whilst we have been assured these activities are inclusive we would always recommend that you call ahead to discuss your child’s needs to ensure they are able to meet them. Please note that some activities are only available to children and young people living in specific areas. Please contact activity organisers to check availability. Why not visit our websites..... Futher details of events can be found on the following websites:- www.birmingham.gov.uk/cias scroll down, select 'School Holiday' and see the attachments at the foot of the page. www.mycareinbirmingham.org.uk select Children and family Services enter the market place without logging in, select 'things to do' and then select 'events'. Easter Holiday Activities 2731 Come and join us at Thinktank for our Easter activities: Drop in Sessions Join us on the galleries for the ultimate interactive experiences. If you are more the sort of person that likes to get stuck in and do things for yourself, then these sessions were made just for you! Thinktank, Millenium Point, Curzon Street, Birmingham B4 7XG Date/s: 25/03/2016 - 10/04/2016 Time: 11am - 4pm Age Range: Family Event Cost: Thinktank charge entry applies Additional Information: Weekday activities take place on 25/03/2016 28/03/2016 - 01/04/2016 & 4/04/2016 - 08/04/2016. All activities free to Thinktank ticket holders. Hippity Hoppity Hurray 2721 Chick out our fantastic Easter activities at Selly Manor Museum. Make a cute chick card, brilliant bunny ears and play lots of fun games. Plus take part in our egg hunt Selly Manor Museum, Maple Road, Bournville, Birmingham B30 2AE Date/s: 25/03/2016 - 01/04/2016 Time: 10am - 5pm Age Range: Family Event Cost: Various - see additional information Additional Information: Please check website for opening times as these may vary on bank holidays/weekends at www.sellymanormuseum.org.uk Cost: Adults £4, Concessions £3, Children £2.50, Under 3's free, Family Tickets (2 adults and 3 children) £13 Page 3 of 58 Screen Juniors: Hop (U) 2733 Hop tells the comic tale of Fred, an out of work slacker who accidentally injures the Easter Bunny and must take him in as he recovers. As Fred struggles with the worlds worst house guest both will learn what it finally takes to grow up. mac Birmingham, Cannon Hill Park, Birmingham B12 9QH Date/s: 25 - 27/03/2016 Time: 12pm Age Range: U rated film Cost: £3 Additional Information: mac Birmingham, Cannon Hill Park, Birmingham B12 9QH Telephone: 0121 446 3232 www.macarts.co.uk 27/03/2016 - Relaxed screening aimed at children and young people with an Autistic Spectrum Condition, sensory and communications disorders, a learning disability or anyone who would benefit from a relaxed environment. Sound levels will be turned down, the lights left at a low level and film-goers are able to make noise and sit where they feel comfortable. Self - Led Easter Egg Trail - Woodgate Valley Country Park 2658 Start at the Visitor Centre, follow the clues around the country park, return your answer to the visitor centre before closing and collect a small prize. Woodgate Valley Country Park, Clapgate Lane, Birmingham B32 3DS Date/s: 25/03/2016 & 28/03/2016 Time: 11am - 3pm Age Range: Visit website Cost: Additional Information: The Visitor Centre, Clapgate Lane, Bartley Green, Birmingham B32 3DS. Website at www.birmingham.gov.uk/wvcp Page 4 of 58 Toddler Tennis Lessons 2673 Toddler Tennis is a specialist coaching company which uses fun, age appropriate activities designed to get 2-5 year olds active whilst developing new skills. Our exciting and structured programme allows children the opportunity to learn tennis specific skills, interact with other children and develop important social, mental and physical attributes. The Circle, Harborne, Birmingham, B17 9DY. Telephone: 07870 168 794 Email: [email protected] Moor Pool Hall is situated at the Circle, in the centre of the Moor Pool Garden Suburb conservation area and conveniently within walkinig distance of the Harborne High Street, Birmingham. Date/s: 26/03- 27/03/2016 & 9/04 - Time: 1pm - 1.30pm 10/04/2016 Age Range: 2 - 5 yrs Cost: £16 Additional Information: First lesson is free, following that you pay a minimum of 4 lessons upfront, this is due to hall costs. Animal Storytime - Soho House 2732 Storytime with author BB Taylor. Meet the real animals - Bubu the owl and Sox the raccoon. Soho House, 5 Soho Avenue, Handsworth, Birmingham B18 5LB. General enquires telephone number - 0121 348 8000 Date/s: 26/03/2016 Time: 12pm & 1.30pm Age Range: Family Event Cost: £2 per child per storytime Additional Information: Each storytime lasts approximately an hour including meeting the animals. Dragon Egg Hunt 2714 Dragons have been making nests at Sarehole Mill and we need help finding all the eggs. In this twist on the Easter Egg hunt you will learn about dragons and their origins. Sarehole Mill, Cole Bank Road, Hall Green, Birmingham B13 0BD Telephone: 0121 348 8160 Website: www.bmag.org.uk/sarehole-mill Date/s: 26/03/2016 - 10/04/2016 Time: 12pm - 4pm Age Range: Family Event Cost: £1 per child Additional Information: Price includes trail booklet and prize. Trail available during opening hours. Page 5 of 58 Easter Egg Trail - Sutton Park 2708 Take part in the self-led Easter activities in and around the Visitor Centre, aimed at families with younger children. Sutton Park, Visitor Centre, Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands B74 2YT Date/s: 26/03/2016 - 03/04/2016 Time: 10am - 3.30pm Age Range: Family Event Cost: Additional Information: Drop into the Visitor Centre, Park Road, Sutton Coldfield B74 2YT Easter Trail 2647 Set to work following the easter trail at Perry Hall Park. Answer all of the questions along the trail to earn an egg-shaped reward at the end. The trail starts at the Park Cabin, main entrance to Perry Hall Park, Perry Avenue, Perry Barr, Birmingham B42 1RS Telephone number: 0121 464 8728 Date/s: 26/03/2016 Time: 12pm - 3pm Age Range: Family Event Cost: Additional Information: Booking is required, please ring 0121 464 8728. Story time 2657 Come along and share a story with us! Bloomsbury library,The Pod,B7 4NX Date/s: 26/03/2016 Time: 2:30pm - 3:30pm Age Range: all children parents and carers Cost: Additional Information: Bloomsbury library is based in a static mobile van at The Pod. In keeping with health and safety, the numbers we can accommodate to an activity at any time on the van has to be strictly monitored, approximately 10-15 children at any one time. First come first served rule applies. Page 6 of 58 Yardley Arts Weekend 2717 A weekend of free arts and craft held by Arts In The Yard at Blakesley Hall. Activities on 26/03/2016 include: Easter card printing and Spring themed craft activities. Screen printing workshop. Bring in your own t shirt, bag or buy a tote bag to print your design onto. Get involved with facepainting from just £2.50 Activities on the 27/03/2016 include: Help the artist with Willow weaving. A willow weaver will be creating a wild boar for the Blakesley Gardens. Watch a traditional Mummers play (seasonal British folk play) Take part in singing workshops and have a go at Tudor dancing. Blakesley Hall, Blakesley Road, Yardley, Birmingham B25 8RN Date/s: 26/03/2016 & 27/03/2016 Time: 11am - 4pm Age Range: Family Event Cost: Free entry to the Hall all weekend Additional Information: All activities are free to take part in (face painting carries a small fee) Active Parks Conservation 2648 Conservation work is essential for good management of our open spaces. It's also a great exercise.
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