Raring2go! WHAT’S ON? Raring2go! WHAT’S ON? 4 raring2go.co.uk 5 7. Don’t step on a Bee Day Without the tireless work of our native bees, more than 1 third of everything we eat would quite simply disappear from tables across the country. Bees are vital for the ecosystem of the planet and yet they are under threat like never before. 8. The Commonwealth Games This summer’s Commonwealth Games takes places in the city of Birmingham. This festival of sport is a treat for families and many events are open for free public viewing whilst others are ticket only. Take a look at our feature on the Games in this edition. 9. Love Parks Week Returns Learn all about what you can do in your community to look after our beautiful Parks 10. National Cheesecake Day Celebrate in style with Baking Mad’s Baked Cheesecake recipe. It’s a 5 Star recipe and take it from us, it tastes absolutely delicious. A great recipe for little ones to try! AUGUST 11.Shine Night Walk 2022 Supporting the work of Cancer Research UK. Various dates across the UK. 12. It’s time for Playday 2022 Playday is the national day for play, traditionally held on the first Wednesday in August. It is the biggest play sector event in the UK, and possibly Europe! As well as a complete celebration of a child’s right to play, Playday is a campaign that highlights the importance and benefits of play in children’s lives. 13. Afternoon Tea Week 2022 Celebrating that most British tradition of Afternoon Tea, and providing the perfect excuse to catch up with loved ones over a cup of tea and some expertly created treats. SEPTEMBER 14. Organic September A celebration of everything organic and the hard work and dedication that goes into growing and making, working with nature, not against it. This is a fascinating insight into the world of organic products. 15. Heritage Open Days back HOD’s is the largest festival in England of history and culture. See hidden places and try out new experiences – it’s all FREE. 1. www.storymuseum.org.uk 2. www.childrensartweek.org.uk 3. www.raring2go.co.uk/?s=picnic 4. www.plasticfreejuly.org/get-involved 5. www.beachcleans.org.uk/get-involved 6. www.nationalbbqweek.co.uk 7. www.beegood.co.uk/blogs/news 8. www.birmingham2022.com 09. www.keepbritaintidy.org 10. www.raring2go.co.uk/recipes 11. www.cancerresearchuk.org 12. www.playday.org.uk 13. www.afternoontea.co.uk 14. www.goorganicuk.com 15. www.heritageopendays.org.uk Quick links to all featured Summer events JUNE 1.Future Comic Creators The Story Museum’s exhibition called KA-BOOM! The Art of Creating Comics, open’s on May 30th 2022 and will run until Spring 2023. It will inspire children to become the next generation of comic creators. KA-BOOM! will take visitors on an interactive journey through the comic-making process in the hope that it will encourage the next generation of comic artists and writers to be inspired. 2. Children's Art Week brings free events around the UK CAW is an annual UK-wide programme that gives children & young people the opportunity to get involved in a wide range of art activities online, at home and in schools. There are many events, activities & workshops for children of all ages and the aim is to encourage everyone to get involved. #GetKidsCreating. All events and activities are free to take part in using simple materials that can be found around the home. CAW is run by Engage, the national Association for Gallery Education. JULY 3. National Picnic Month As July arrives, so does Picnic Time especially when school ends. So it’s time to get out and about for some picnic fun in the sun (hopefully!) If you’re looking for ideas on places to picnic or delicious suggestions for what to inclue in a picnic, we’ve got lots of ideas on our website. 4. Plastic Free July Whether you’re a first timer looking for a few single-use plastics to avoid, or someone well on their way to a plastic free life, there are heaps of great suggestions and ideas to inspire you at home, work, school, and community. 5.Clean Beaches Week A wonderful initiative to clean up our beautiful shores. To get involved visit here. The future of our beatuful coastlines can be seriously improved if we all dig deep and offer a helping hand. 6. National BBQ Week Sometimes known as ‘Dad’s burnt the sausages week’. National BBQ Week celebrates it’s 26th week in 2022. So stock up on bangers, burgers, briquet and whatever else takes your fancy, and spark up the BBQ! Summer is here bringing lots of fun family times, events, awareness days and laughs. Here’s our top pick of things to do and get involved in this Summer. Check the QUICK LINKS panel on the next page for links direct to where the action is this Summer...
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