fun in brum october 2012

Fun in Brum

Produced by Family Information Service

Please note that some activities are only available to children and young people living in specific areas. Please contact activity

organisers to check availability.

October Half Term 2012

Family Information Service, PO Box 16507, Birmingham, B2 2EX Telephone: 0121 303 3521 Email: [email protected] Website: www.birmingham.gov.uk/fis

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Safeguarding StatementThis list of events has been compiled by the Family Information Service for information only. It is up to the parent/carer to decide what is most appropriate for their child. 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.

Fun for All

We also produce the Birmingham Disabled Children’s Directory full of relevant information for parents and carers of disabled children. If you are interested in the FREE directory you can call our helpline or email us and we will be happy to add you to our mailing list. Call 0121 303 3521 or email: [email protected].

This edition contains a wide range of activities including some for disabled children and young people up to the age of 24 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.

Welcome to the latest edition of Fun In Brum for October 2012 produced by the Family Information Service (FIS). 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 to do. All the activities are in date order and we have added contact details of Libraries and playschemes happening across the city this Half Term.

Introduction

Fun in Brum - October 2012


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free@last Family Fun Zone

Star City, 32 Watson Road, Birmingham, B7 5SA.Contact: John Street on 0121 327 5959 or 07971 000 598Fun and activities for the whole family such as archery, kayaking, model making, arts & crafts, small toddler soft play area, jewellery many more.

20/10/2012 - 28/10/201212.00pm - 7.00pm

Please call for more details or just pop in and have a go.

Family Event

£3.50 per person

If your child or young person has a disability, please call for further information.

Knights & Legends Family Fun

The Learning Zone, Birmingham Museums, Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, Chamberlain Square, Birmingham, B3 3DHContact: Sarah Walker on 0121 464 5056For advance bookings contact the Box Office on 0121 303 1966, visit the Gas Hall reception desk or book on-line at www.bmag.org.ukMeet our knight, feel the weight of his armour and get dressed up at this family friendly event inspired by the very special painting The Lady of Shallot.

20/10/201211.00am - 4.00pm

Entry to the museum is free although most of the events have a small charge per child or per person.Please note that organised groups may not be able to be accommodated at busy times.

Family Event

£1.50 per child. Prices are fixed and some activities carry a charge per head.


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Spooky Spirals

Weoley Castle, Alwold Road, Birmingham, B29 5RXContact: 0121 464 2193Get creative with this drop-in family craft activity making spooky spirals.

20/10/201212.00pm - 2.00pm

Family Event

£1 per child

Make and Take Craft

The Activity Zone, Birmingham Museums, Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, Chamberlain Square, Birmingham, B3 3DHContact: Sarah Walker on 0121 464 5056For advance bookings contact the Box Office on 0121 303 1966, visit the Gas Hall reception desk or book on-line at www.bmag.org.ukGet creative with our hands-on craft session and take home your own masterpiece.

21/10/20121.00pm - 4.00pm


Family Event

£1 per child. Prices are fixed and some activities carry a charge per head.


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Ackers Whizz Kids

Ackers Adventure, Golden Hillock Road, Sparkbrook, Birmingham, B11 2PYContact: Sue Macbeath on 0121 772 5111Choose from a selection of skiing, climbing, canoeing or archery. Each session lasts for 1.5 hours with friendly, fully qualified instructors. All equipment provided.

22/10/2012 - 26/10/2012Please contact for times.

An adult responsible for the child must stay on site during the activity.

8 - 16 years

£8

There is a range of activities that are suitable for children and young people with disabilities.

Animal Handling with Tropical Inc

Thinktank Event Area Level 3 - Birmingham Science Museum, Millennium Point, Curzon Street, Birmingham, B4 7XGContact: Thinktank Box Office on 0121 202 2222A week of fun with feathery, slithery and scary animals.

22/10/2012 - 26/10/201212.00pm, 1.30pm, 3.30pm

Event is free to Thinktank ticket holders, otherwise charges apply.

Family Event

£8.40 children and concessions, £12.25 adults, £39 for family of 4


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Bats, Rats and Black Cats

Selly Manor, Maple Road, Bournville, Birmingham, B30 2AE Contact: Daniel Callicott on 0121 472 0199Spooktacular half-term craft activities, horrible Halloween hunt and yucky boxes.

22/10/2012 - 26/10/201210.00am - 5.00pm

Children must be accompanied.

All Ages

£3.50 adults, £1.50 children, £9.50 family


Bikeability

Ward End Park, Washwood Heath Road, Birmingham, B8 2HBContact: Andi Smith on 07553 371 127 or 0121 327 6951 Email: [email protected] kids can become safe, confident, cyclists by joining the bikeability sessions ranging from simple cycling games in the park through to more complicated road skills.

22/10/2012 - 25/10/20129.00am - 10.30am, 11.00am - 1.00pm, 1.30pm - 3.00pm, 3.15pm - 4.45pm

With a huge range of activities children can stay for more than one session each day if they wish. Sessions must be pre-booked.

7 - 14 years

£2 per session or £8 if you book full days for the week.



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Black History Photography Project

Oakland Young People Centre, Oaklands Road, Handsworth, Birmingham, B21 0NAContact: Russell Green on 0121 523 7702Working in partnership with the MAC/Vanley Burke for young people to create photographic skills and produce pictures for gallery project.

22/10/2012 - 26/10/201211.00am - 4.00pm

You can bring or buy your lunch.

12 - 16 years

FREE


Costume Day

The Learning Zone, Birmingham Museums, Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, Chamberlain Square, Birmingham, B3 3DHContact: Sarah Walker on 0121 464 5056For advance bookings contact the Box Office on 0121 303 1966, visit the Gas Hall reception desk or book on-line at www.bmag.org.ukCome along and meet the experts from our team of curators and find out all about the wonderful clothes people wore in the past. There will be plenty of chances to try on the clothes and a great chance for photos.

22/10/201211.00am - 4.00pm


Family Event

£1 per child. Prices are fixed and some activities carry a charge per head.


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Genetics I-DNA

Thinktank - Birmingham Science Museum, Millennium Point, Curzon Street, Birmingham, B4 7XGContact: Thinktank Box Office on 0121 202 2222Explore the interactive exhibition in the outside grounds of Thinktank, Birmingham Science Museum.

22/10/2012 - 26/10/201210.00am - 5.00pm

13 years+

FREE

Half Term Fun

Hickory Dickory's Playhouse, Findlay Road (just off the High Street), Kings Heath, Birmingham B14 7SN Contact: Alastair Hick on 0121 443 3939Various free craft and sporting activities including Halloween fun for children visiting the indoor adventure play and party centre and free cake decorating. There will also be the popular Halloween party on October 31st, 5.00pm - 7.00pm. Please call for prices.

22/10/2012 - 26/10/20129.30am - 6.30pm

Please visit the What's Happening page on: www.hickorydickorys.co.uk for times and details or contact reception on 0121 443 3939.Children visiting remain under the responsibility and supervision of their accompanying parent or guardian.

Up to 11 years (and no taller than 4ft 11ins or 150cm)

Free craft and sporting activities when admission is paid into the playhouse (£4.40 under 5's and £4.90 for ages 5 and over.

We have a range of activities that are suitable for children and young people with disabilities.


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Meet the Scientist

Thinktank Talking Point, Level 3 - Birmingham Science Museum, Millennium Point, Curzon Street, Birmingham, B4 7XGContact: Thinktank Box Office on 0121 202 2222Find out what happens at the cutting edge of science and talk to the people that are making it happen. Join our local research scientists for drop-in workshops that will make you think about everything from Metallurgy to Infectious Diseases!

22/10/2012 - 26/10/201211.00am - 4.00pm


Family Event


Midnight F.E.A.S.T.

Clifton Road Youth Centre, Clifton Road, Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands, Birmingham B73 6EBContact: 0121 440 8188 or email [email protected] Midnight will be showcasing its brand new creative arts week - Midnight F.E.A.S.T. This is a 3 day or 5 day extravaganza of film, acting, singing and dancing concluding with a big comedy based cabaret show.

22/10/2012 - 26/10/201210.00am - 4.00pm

7 - 16 years

£50 (3 days), £75 (5 days)


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Pat Benson Boxing Academy Evening Boxing Classes

Unit 2, 50 Adderley Street, Digbeth, Birmingham, B9 4EDContact: Paddy Benson on 07805 592938The club offers boxing, circuits and team games, so whether you want to be the next World title challenger or simply take more exercise, you will have fun along the way.

22/10/2012 - 28/10/20125.30pm - 7.30pm

Sports clothing required - no jewellery, jeans, boots etc. Water and suitable running shoes required.

10 - 16 years

£3 per session or £7 for all three sessions

Prehistoric Autopsy

Thinktank Events Suite, Level 3 - Birmingham Science Museum, Millennium Point, Curzon Street, Birmingham, B4 7XGContact: Thinktank Box Office on 0121 202 2222Discover how mankind has evolved over millions of years and what we have learnt about the diets and lifestyles of our ancestors through the excavation of graves.

22/10/2012 - 26/10/201211.00am - 4.00pm


All Ages Welcome



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Short Breaks for Disabled Children and Families

Bell Heath, Quantry Lane, Belbroughton, West Midlands, DY9 9UUContact: Sue Leslie on 01562 710227A 1-night fully-catered short break for disabled children to enjoy with their families (or carers). A variety of outdoor activities including climbing tower, bouldering, archery, bikes/trikes, low ropes, pond dipping, woodland walk, campfire.

22/10/2012 - 23/10/2012 (1 night), 25/10/2012 - 26/10/2012 (1 night)Arrive 10.00am - Depart 2.30pm (1st day), Arrive 10.00am - Depart 3.30pm (2nd day)

Please bring warm outdoor clothes and boots/outdoor shoes.

3 - 18 years

£15 per person

There is a range of activities that are suitable for children with disabilities.

Stories from the Web - Aliens, Monsters and Creepy Creatures

Online - www.storiesfromtheweb.org/Contact: Barry Griffiths on 0121 464 2893 or email: [email protected] to meet Aliens, Monsters and Creepy Creatures as Stories from the Web conjures up an assortment of spooky goodies. Plus you could win a copy of The Dalek Project, the new Doctor Who graphic novel in our latest competition.

22/10/2012 - 26/10/2012

Online access only - www.storiesfromtheweb.org/ Get your free secret password at your local Birmingham Library.

0 - Teens

FREE



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Straight Up Community Arts

Stirchley Community Centre, 1326 Pershore Road, Stirchley, Birmingham, B30 2XSContact: Ruchi Joshi on 07795 077 110Music activities for children and young people with ASD/learning disabilities or challenging behaviour as a result of an impairment.

22/10/2012 - 26/10/201210.00am - 2.30pm

Please bring a packed lunch and enough drinks each day.

6 - 18 years

FREE


Strokes Learn to Swim Lessons

Wyndley Leisure Centre, Clifton Road, Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham, B73 6EBContact: Helen Cartwright on 0121 464 7743Run various swimming lessons for a range of ages. Sessions include beginners and improvers classes, deep water confidence and 1 to 1 tuition.

22/10/2012 - 26/10/2012Various

Times and cost vary so please call for further details. All bookings are final therefore no refunds will be given. Your child or young person will need their own leisure card to book onto these courses.

3 - 15 years

Various



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The Big Bang Show

Thinktank Theatre - Birmingham Science Museum, Millennium Point, Curzon Street, Birmignham, B4 7XGContact: Thinktank Box Office on 0121 202 2222Vote to see your choices from our top ten list of big science demonstrations.

22/10/2012 - 26/10/20122.15pm, 3.15pm

Warning: this show contains loud noises and explosions. Event is free to Thinktank ticket holders, otherwise charges apply.

Family Event


Wands and Shields

The Learning Zone, Birmingham Museums, Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, Chamberlain Square, Birmingham, B3 3DHContact: Sarah Walker on 0121 464 5056For advance bookings contact the Box Office on 0121 303 1966, visit the Gas Hall reception desk or book on-line at www.bmag.org.ukWork with artist Anne Brierley to create your very own Halloween props.

22/10/201211.00am - 4.00pm


Family Event



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Big Brum History Day

The Birmingham History Galleries, Birmingham Museums, Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, Chamberlain Square, Birmingham, B3 3DHContact: Sarah Walker on 0121 464 5056For advance bookings, contact the Box Office: 0121 303 1966, visit the Gas Hall reception desk or book on-line at www.bmag.org.ukYour chance to chat to some of the lively characters from Birmingham's past whilst exploring our brand new history galleries.

23/10/201211.00am - 4.00pm


Family Event

FREE

Bookmaking Bonanza

Museum of the Jewellery Quarter, 75/80 Vyse Street, Hockley, Birmingham, B18 6HAContact: 0121 554 3598Bookmaking workshop with artist Ruth Swallow. Create a simple handmade concertina book, illustrated in a Gothic style using printing and collage techniques.

23/10/20121.00pm - 3.00pm

Booking essential.

5 years+

£2.50 per person


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Boulton's Big Draw

Soho House Museum, 5 Soho Avenue, Handsworth, Birmingham, B18 5LBContact: 0121 554 9122As part of the Big Draw, take part in funky art activities inspired by our new displays.

23/10/20121.30pm - 3.30pm

Normal charges to Historic House apply.

Family Event

FREE

Family Make and Take Activity

Blakesley Hall Museum, Blakesley Road, Yardley, Birmingham, B25 8RNContact: 0121 464 2193A fun and creative event making a severed finger pencil to take home.

23/10/201212.00pm - 3.00pm

Drop-in activity. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Entrance to the grounds is free - normal entry fees apply to the Hall.

5 years+

£1 per child


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Jeepers Creatures

Sheldon Library, Brays Road, Sheldon, Birmingham, B26 2RJContact: Val Fielding on 0121 464 3512A creepy crawly show for those who don't mind getting touchy feely with some creepy creatures.

23/10/20122.00pm - 3.00pm

There are limited spaces so book early.

5 - 11 years

FREE


Plague and Pestilence

Blakesley Hall Museum, Blakesley Road, Yardley, Birmingham, B25 8RNContact: 0121 464 2193Plague is rumoured at Blakesley Hall. See the plague infested Hall in disarray and dress in your scariest costume.

23/10/2012 - 28/10/201212.00pm - 4.00pm

Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Normal entry fees apply to the Hall.

Family Event

Children and under 16's free, £4 adults, £3 concessions.


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Spooky Soho

Soho House Museum, 5 Soho Avenue, Handsworth, Birmingham, B18 5LBContact: 0121 554 9122Soho's spooky cellars are transformed into the Soho Dungeons for Halloween as we explore terrible tales of 18th century crime and punishment. Free entry for all those in Halloween fancy dress.

23/10/2012 - 28/10/201212.00pm - 4.00pm


Family Event

FREE

The Big Draw

The Learning Zone, Birmingham Museums, Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, Chamberlain Square, Birmingham, B3 3DHContact: Sarah Walker on 0121 464 5056For advance bookings contact the Box Office on 0121 303 1966, visit the Gas Hall reception desk or book on-line at www.bmag.org.ukGet creative and join in with our history themed big draw event. Get hands-on and close-up to lots of different objects from the past and take home your own drawing.

23/10/201211.00am - 4.00pm


Family Event



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Boulton goes to Bollywood

Soho House Museum, 5 Soho Avenue, Handsworth, Birmingham, B18 5LBContact: 0121 554 9122To celebrate Black History Month, Soho House goes to Bollywood with free activities and workshops. Tours of the House explore intriguing links between the Lunar Society and the anti-slavery campaign in the 18th century.

24/10/201212.00pm - 4.00pm


Family Event

FREE


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Bug Zoo

The Learning Zone, Birmingham Museums, Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, Chamberlain Square, Birmingham, B3 3DHContact: Sarah Walker on 0121 464 5056For advance bookings contact the Box Office on 0121 303 1966, visit the Gas Hall reception desk or book on-line at www.bmag.org.ukThe exotic mini-beasts from Hatton Bug Zoo are visiting the museum especially for Halloween. Join the experts to find out more about lots of creepy creatures - from snakes and lizards, to bugs and toads.

24/10/2012 - 25/10/201211.00am - 4.00pm


If animals are present, every animal may not be available for the whole day and a lunch break will be taken.

Family Event

£1.50 per person. Prices are fixed and some activities carry a charge per head.

Funky Brooches

Museum of the Jewellery Quarter, 75/80 Vyse Street, Hockley, Birmingham, B18 6HAContact: 0121 554 3598Join design maker Anna Lorenz to create your own colourful brooch or pendant out of stamped plastic.

24/10/20121.00pm - 3.00pm

Booking essential.

5 years+

£2.50 per person


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How to make a Mummy Show

The Art Classroom, Birmingham Museums, Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, Chamberlain Square, Birmingham, B3 3DHContact: Sarah Walker on 0121 464 5056Ever wondered about the gruesome secrets behind Egyptian mummies? We will be finding out exactly how to make a mummy and uncovering some horrible Egyptian facts and myths in this friendly, fun and fact-filled show.

24/10/2012Timed shows been 11.00am and 4.00pm


Family Event


Midland Mencap Playscheme

The Enterprise Hub, Bottetourte Road, Weoley Castle, Birmingham B29 5TEContact: Nicci Butler on 0121 256 1500An enjoyable programme of leisure, play and outings for children and young people with a learning disability.

24/10/201210.00am - 3.30pm

Only available to children and young people who are known and assessed by Midland Mencap to access the service. All the activities are suitable for all/most children with disabilities.

8 - 14 years

£6.50 per session and cost for activity



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Midland Mencap Short Breaks

The Enterprise Hub, Bottetourte Road, Weoley Castle, Birmingham B29 5TEContact: Theo Venables on 0121 256 1500An enjoyable programme of leisure, play and outings for children and young people with a learning disability.

24/10/2012 - 25/10/201210.00am - 3.30pm

Only available to children and young people who are known and assessed by Midland Mencap to access the service. All the activities are suitable for all/most children with disabilities.

8 - 18 years

Cost for activity


Midland Mencap Youth Projects

Kennedy House, Bottetourte Road, Weoley Castle, Birmingham, B29 5TEContact: Ben Turner on 0121 256 1500An enjoyable programme of leisure, play and outings for children and young people with a learning disability.

24/10/201211.00am - 3.00pm

Only available to children and young people who are known and assessed by Midland Mencap to access the service.

14 - 18 years

£5 per session plus cost of activity



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Monster Mash

Quinton Library, Ridgeacre Road, Quinton, Birmingham B32 2TWContact: Wendy Stroud on 0121 464 7400Spooky stories and activity fun. Fancy dress welcome.

24/10/201210.00am - 11.00am

Ticket needed for session please ask at the library.

6 - 10 years

FREE


Colourful Kites

Hazelwell Park, Ripple Road, Birmingham, B30 2SAContact: Jan Tomlinson on 0121 464 8728Join the Ranger and learn how to make a basic kite decorate it and fly it in the park.

25/10/20121.00pm - 3.00pm

Limited places.

5 years+

FREE



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Halloween Crafts

Kings Norton Library, Pershore Road South, Birmingham, B30 3EUContact: Chris Lilley on 0121 464 1532Half Term fun at the library - Halloween Crafts.

25/10/201210.30am - 11.30am

Booking essential places are limited.

5 - 11 years

FREE

We have a range of activities that are suitable for children with disabilities.

Make a Mini Diary

Blakesley Hall, Blakesley Road, Yardley, Birmingham, B25 8RNContact: 0121 464 2193Create and make your own mini diary to take home.

25/10/201212.00pm - 3.00pm

No need to book as activities are drop-in, just turn up. Children must be accompanied at all times. Normal entry fees apply to the Hall.

Family Event

£1 per child


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Recycled Riches

Museum of the Jewellery Quarter, 75/80 Vyse Street, Hockley, Birmingham, B18 6HAContact: 0121 554 3598Join artist Jolene Smith to create designer jewellery from recycled materials.

25/10/20121.00pm - 3.00pm

Booking essential.

5 years+

£2.50 per person

The Smethwick Engine

Thinktank - Birmingham Science Museum, Millennium Point, Curzon Street, Birmingham, B4 7XGContact: Thinktank Box Office on 0121 202 2222Share the wonders of the world's oldest working steam engine as it pounds with power over 230 years after James Watt first built it.

25/10/201212.00pm, 3.00pm


All Ages Welcome



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Animalmania

The Learning Zone, Birmingham Museums, Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, Chamberlain Square, Birmingham, B3 3DHContact: Sarah Walker on 0121 464 5056For advance bookings contact the Box Office on 0121 303 1966, visit the Gas Hall reception desk or book on-line at www.bmag.org.ukAnimalmania are coming to visit the museum and they are bringing their weirdest and most wonderful creatures, from a skunk to snakes, for you to meet.

26/10/201211.00am - 4.00pm


If animals are present every animal may not be available for the whole day and a lunch break will be taken.

Family Event



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Cauldrons, Cats and Cobwebs: Halloween Extravaganza

Museum Collections Centre, 25 Dollman Street, Nechells, Birmingham, B7 4RQContact: 0121 303 1966Dress 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.

26/10/20126.00pm - 9.00pm

Family Event


Down in the Dell - Art in the Park

Muntz Park, Off Umberslade Road, Selly Oak, Birmingham B29 7TDContact: Jan Tomlinson on 0121 464 8728Join the Ranger to explore the Autumn park and make some land art, using natural materials and imagination.

26/10/201211.00am - 1.00pm

Bring your lunch. Wellingtons recommended and outdoor clothes.

3 years+ Family Event

FREE



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Half Term Family Workshops

Ikon Gallery, 1 Oozells Square, Brindleyplace, Birmingham, B1 2HSContact: Ikon on 0121 248 0708Join us for creative workshops and explore the current exhibitions and make original artwork.

26/10/201210.30am - 12.00pm (3 - 5years), 2.00pm - 4.00pm (6 years+)

Places are limited and should be reserved. Refreshments included. Please note that children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

Family Event

£2 per person, payable on the day

Halloween Crafts: Mask Making

The Art Classroom, Birmingham Museums, Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, Chamberlain Square, Birmingham, B3 3DHContact: Sarah Walker on 0121 464 5056For advance bookings contact the Box Office on 0121 303 1966, visit the Gas Hall reception desk or book on-line at www.bmag.org.ukMake your own spooky Halloween mask to wear - maybe you will be inspired by some of the spooky things in the museum collection?

25/10/201211.00am - 4.00pm


Family Event



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Jewellery Making

Museum of the Jewellery Quarter, 75/80 Vyse Street, Hockley, Birmingham, B18 6HAContact: 0121 554 3598Join design maker Bonnie Styles to create your own unique piece of jewellery.

26/10/20121.00pm - 3.00pm

Booking essential.

5 years+

£2.50 per person

Potions and Spells

The Art Classroom, Birmingham Museums, Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, Chamberlain Square, Birmingham, B3 3DHContact: Sarah Walker on 0121 464 5056For advance bookings contact the Box Office on 0121 303 1966, visit the Gas Hall reception desk or book on-line at www.bmag.org.ukArtist Anne Brierley will be running a Halloween workshop where you can concoct your own spooky potion out of our special ingredients.

26/10/201211.00am - 4.00pm


Family Event



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Meet the Anglo-Saxon Soldier

The Staffordshire Hoard Gallery, Birmingham Museums, Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, Chamberlain Square, Birmingham, B3 3DHContact: Sarah Walker on 0121 464 5056For advance bookings contact the Box Office on 0121 303 1966, visit the Gas Hall reception desk or book on-line at www.bmag.org.ukMeet our Anglo-Saxon soldier and find out more about life during the time of the Staffordshire Hoard.

27/10/2012-28/10/20121.00pm - 4.00pm


Family Event

FREE


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October Half Term Entertainment from The Wandering Vagabond

Centre for the Child, Central Library, Chamberlain Square, Birmingham, B3 3HQContact: Jacqui Adams on 0121 303 2421Email: [email protected] or visit www.birmingham.gov.uk/centreforthechildThe Wandering Vagabond will be there to entertain you. Where has he been? What has he seen? Come and find out if you dare? Tales and adventures to delight all the family.

27/10/201212.00pm and 2.00pm, 1.30pm and 4.00pm

Drop-in activity.

Family Event

FREE



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National Trust Walking Festival: Art and Walking

Ikon Gallery, 1 Oozells Square, Brindleyplace, Birmingham, B1 2HSContact: Barber on 0121414 2261to book a placeEmail: [email protected] the art of walking as part of the National Trust Walking Festival and enjoy a day of talks, walks and feasting. Following a tour at the Barber, take an autumnal stroll along a scenic stretch of the Birmingham canal to Brindleyplace, arriving at Ikon in time for Sunay lunch. You can later tour other exhibitions of work by designers and artists.

28/10/201211.00am - 3.00pm

Booking essential, meet in Barber Institute foyer. Organised in collaboration with the National Trust, Canal & River Trust and The Barber Institute of Fine Arts.

Two start times available: 10.30am or 11.30am

Family Event

£20 per person, includes lunch, (£5 without lunch)

Samuel Pepys - Fire and Plague

Blakesley Hall Museum, Blakesley Road, Yardley, Birmingham, B25 8RNContact: 0121 464 2193Samuel Pepys pays a visit to Blakesley Hall and reads from his diary, recounting scary stories of Fire and Plague!

28/10/201212.00pm - 4.00pm

Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Normal entry fees apply to the Hall.

Family Event

FREE


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Stories from the Web (ww.storiesfromtheweb.org/) is a FREE website used by children and young people from 0 to 16 years where you can find out about books, authors, illustrators and publishers. You can read extracts of books online and then get involved with the activities on the site. Drop into your local library for a user name and password.

LibrariesBelow is a list of Libraries in Birmingham where you can go along with your child/ren to choose their favourite books. Why not give your local library a call or visit the website www.birmingham.gov.uk/libraries for further details including any events and activities.

Library Telephone Library Telephone

Acocks Green Library 0121 464 1738 Kingstanding Library 0121 464 5193

Aston Library 0121 464 1184 Mere Green Library 0121 464 4592

Balsall Heath Library 0121 464 1962 Northfield Library 0121 464 1007

Bartley Green Library 0121 464 4473 Perry Common Library 0121 464 0481

Birchfield Library 0121 464 4202 Quinton Library 0121 464 7400

Bloomsbury library 0121 464 3466 Selly Oak Library 0121 464 0403

Boldmere Library 0121 464 1048 Shard End Library 0121 464 6779

Castle Vale Library 0121 464 7335 Sheldon Library 0121 464 3512

Centre For The Child 0121 303 2421 Small Heath Library 0121 464 6155

Druids Heath Library 0121 303 7171 South Yardley Library 0121 464 1944

Erdington Library 0121 464 0798 Sparkhill Library 0121 303 0732

Frankley Library 0121 464 7676 Spring Hill Library 0121 464 7422

Glebe Farm Library 0121 464 4210 Stirchley Library 0121 464 1534

Kents Moat Library 0121 464 5755 Tower Hill Library 0121 464 1948

Hall Green Library 0121 464 6633 Walmley Library 0121 464 1842

Handsworth Library 0121 464 1185 Ward End Library 0121 464 0366

Harborne Library 0121 464 1596 Weoley Castle Library 0121 464 1664

Kings Heath Library 0121 464 1515 West Heath Library 0121 464 7548

Kings Norton Library 0121 464 1532 Wydle Green Library 0121 386 5492

Yardley Wood Library 0121 464 2110


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Don't forget :All Birmingham children can swim for free at the council's swimming pools with a Passport to Leisure Card. For further details call your local leisure centre or visit the website www.birmingham.gov.uk/sport

Kids West Midlands work with disabled children, young people and their families, and can provide home visits and information on short breaks, assessing suitable settings that meet the child's/young persons needs. Kids also support settings and playschemes to work towards inclusion. For further details call 0121 675 1085 or visit the website www.kids.org.uk

Stuck for places to go? Why not visit Birmingham Museums

Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery - 0121 303 2834

Aston Hall - 0121 675 4722

Blakesley Hall and Weoley Castle - 0121 464 2193

Museum of the Jewellery Quarter - 0121 554 3598

Sarehole Mill - 0121 777 6612

Soho House - 0121 554 9122

Useful websites for holiday activities

www.visitbritain.com - Search for ideas for places to visit

www.netmums.com - Search for range of activities and ideas of places to go

www.Filter.me.uk - Range of projects for arts, sports and heritage

Weoley Castle - 0121 464 2193

www.familydaysout.co.uk - Search for ideas for free days out

www.bbc.co.uk - Search for ideas of places to go


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If you have any comments or suggestions about 'Fun In Brum', or you run activities during the school holiday and would like to be

listed in future editions, please email us on [email protected]

If you would like this document in a larger print please call 0121 303 3521


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