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Fun in Brum Easter Holiday 08/04/2017 to 23/04/2017 Fun in Brum Easter Holiday 08/04/2017 to 23/04/2017 Safeguarding Statement This list of events has been compiled by the Early Years 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 Early Years 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. Early Years Service P.O. Box I6453, Lancaster Circus, Birmingham B2 2ZJ 0121 216 3514/464 4437 Email: [email protected] Fun in Brum Welcome to the latest edition of Fun In Brum produced by the Early Years 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 website:- www.mycareinbirmingham.org.uk select Children and family Services enter the market place without logging in, select 'things to do' and then select 'events'. Beauty & the Beast (Certificate PG) 3117 Disney's animated classic takes on a new form, with a widened mythology. A young prince, imprisoned in the form of a beast, can be freed only by true love. What may be his only opportunity arrives when he meets Belle, the only human girl to ever visit the castle since it was enchanted. mac birmingham, Cannon Hill Park, Birmingham B12 9QH. Telephone No: 0121 446 3232 Website: www.macbirmingham.co.uk Date/s: 08/04/2017 to 13/04/2017 Time: See website for details Age Range: Family Event Cost: £9 - Concession £7 - £4 under 16s Additional Information: 09/04/2017 - Screening will be Audio Described and Subtitled mac birmingham is serious about film. We listen to our audiences to ensure you get the cinema experience you want. Please note that we do not admit latecomers after the main feature has started, and we have a limited food and drink policy. For more information on our refreshments policy. Billy Elliot - Birmingham Hippodrome 3089 Set in a small mining town in the north east of England, against the background of the 1984/’85 miners’ strike, Billy Elliot is the inspirational story of a young boy’s struggle against the odds to make his dream come true. Follow Billy’s journey as he stumbles out of the boxing ring and into a ballet class where he discovers a passion for dance that inspires his family and whole community and changes his life forever. Birmingham Hippodrome, Hurst Street, Southside, Birmingham B5 4TB Telephone No: 0844 338 5000 Website: www.birminghamhippodrome.com Date/s: 08/04 - 22/04/2017 Time: See website for details Age Range: 8+ Cost: See website for details Additional Information: Signed Performance - 18/04/2017 Captioned Performance - 20/04/2017 Audio Described Performance - 22/04/2017 Touch Tour - 22/04/2017 - Touch Tours give visually impaired patrons the opportunity to familiarise themselves with the set, props and costumes. Tours must be booked in advance through Ticket Sales on 0844 338 5000. Page 3 of 75 Childrens Kung Fu - Sutton Park 3154 Learn self defence and gain confidence while increasing flexibility, muscular strength and range of motion. Have fun, meet new people and keep fit. Sutton Park, Visitor Centre, Park Road, Sutton Coldfield B74 2YT Website: www.parklives.com Date/s: 8,15 & 22/04/2017 Time: 11am to 11.30am Age Range: Family Event Cost: Free Additional Information: Spaces are limited for more details and to book a place call 0121 218 3817 or 07789 691917. Location: Meet by Town Gate. What to bring: Water Suitable clothing and footwear Dragon Egg Hunt 3139 Dragons have made their nests at Sarehole Mill! Your mission, should you choose to accept, is to find the eggs around the Mill, solve the riddles and claim your prize. Sarehole Mill, Cole Bank Road, Hall Green, Birmingham B13 0BD. Telephone No: 0121 348 8160 Website: www.birminghammuseums.org.uk/sarehole Date/s: 08/04 & 09/04/2017 Time: 11am to 4pm Age Range: Family Event Cost: Adult £6 Children £3 Additional Information: Trail is included with normal admission prices. Easter Holiday Fun - Cadbury World 3084 Join in the fun over the Easter holiday with family entertainment every day. Enjoy live shows from our resident magicians, ventriloquists and more, with giggles and games for the whole family. The Cadbury characters will also be appearing to star in your photos. Cadbury World, Linden Road, Bournville, Birmingham B30 1JR Telephone No: 0844 880 7667 Website: www.cadburyworld.co.uk Date/s: 08/04/2017 to 23/04/2017 Time: See website for details Age Range: Family Event Cost: See website for details Page 4 of 75 Easter Pool Party - Cocks Moors Woods Leisure Centre 3196 Come to our Easter Pool Party Cocks Moors Woods Leisure Centre, Alcester Road South, Birmingham B14 6ER. Telephone No: 0121 516 5641 Website: www.birminghamleisure.com/cocks_moors_woods Date/s: 08/04/2017 Time: 3pm to 5pm Age Range: Family Event Cost: £5 Additional Information: Contact Cocks Moors Woods Leisure Centre for further information. Under 8's - Supervised Over 8's - Unsupervised Family Fun Day - Sutton Park 3213 A family fun day at Sutton Park for the Sutton community. Stalls, bouncy castles, donkey rides, and a dog show. We will be raising funds for Good Hope Hospital. Sutton Park, Banners Gate Entrance, Monmouth Drive, Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands B73 6SD Date/s: 08/04/2017 Time: 10am to 4pm Age Range: Family Event Cost: Adult £1, Children 50p Free Family Fun - Family Activities – Lickey Hills Country Park 3145 Family Activities – A range of free beginner sessions for everybody to enjoy. Including football, rounders, badminton, cricket, archery, tennis, and other games. Lickey Hills Country Park, The Visitor Centre, Warren Lane, Birmingham B45 8ER Website: www.parklives.com Date/s: 8,15 & 22/04/2017 Time: 12pm to 3pm Age Range: Family Event Cost: Free Additional Information: Meet at the Visitors Centre. Please log in or sign up to ParkLives to book an activity. Bring along a drink of water and ensure you wear suitable comfortable clothing. Page 5 of 75 Free Family Fun - Small Heath Park 3149 Family Activities – A range of free beginner sessions for everybody to enjoy. Including football, rounders, badminton, cricket, archery, tennis, and other games. Small Heath Park, Coventry Road, Birmingham B10 0EF Website: www.parklives.com Date/s: 8,15 & 22/04/2017 Time: 12.30pm to 3.30pm Age Range: Family Event Cost: Free Additional Information: Location: Meet at the play area. Please log in or sign up to ParkLives to book an activity. Bring along a drink of water and ensure that you are wearing suitable comfortable clothing. Free Family Fun - Sutton Park 3152 Family Activities – A range of free beginner sessions for everybody to enjoy. Including football, rounders, badminton, cricket, archery, tennis, and other games. Sutton Park, Visitor Centre, Park Road, Sutton Coldfield B74 2YT Website: www.parklives.com Date/s: 8,15 & 22/04/2017 Time: 11am to 3pm Age Range: Family Event Cost: Free Additional Information: Please log in or sign up to ParkLives to book an activity. Location: Meet at the Town Gate. What to bring: Water, Suitable comfortable clothing Free Family Fun - Ward End Park 3155 Family Activities – A range of free beginner sessions for everybody to enjoy. Including football, rounders, badminton, cricket, archery, tennis, and other games. Ward End Park, Washwood Heath Road, Birmingham B8 2HB Website: www.parklives.com Date/s: 8,15 & 22/04/2017 Time: 11am to 1pm Age Range: Family Event Cost: Free Additional Information: Please log in or sign up to ParkLives to book an activity. Location: Meet at the MUGA What to bring Water, Suitable comfortable clothing Page 6 of 75 Naomi's Wild and Scary - Town Hall 3081 Children’s TV presenter Naomi Wilkinson is embarking on a nationwide tour in Spring 2017. The show will be packed full of fun and surprises as Naomi is joined on stage by ‘Animal Mark’, and some of his scariest creatures. Join Naomi as she recalls some of her most exciting wildlife experiences from the far flung corners of the world and even introduces the audience to some of the most fierce and frightening animals she met along the way! The show is suitable for kids of all ages and guarantees a great time for the whole family.
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