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Raring2go! WHAT’S ON? What’s On at the Theatre? 9 October – 3 November: Disney’s Aladdin Birmingham Hippodrome www.birminghamhippodrome.com 17 – 19 October: Awful Auntie Alexandra Theatre, Birmingham www.atgtickets.com 4 – 5 November: Swan Lake Belgrade Theatre, Coventry www.belgrade.co.uk 6 November: Nutcracker Belgrade Theatre, Coventry www.belgrade.co.uk 7 November – 19 January: The Red Shoes Swan Theatre, Stratford Upon Avon www.rsc.org.uk 20 November – 29 December: Finding Santa mac Birmingham www.macbirmingham.co.uk 20 November – 4 January: Dick Whittington Belgrade Theatre, Coventry www.belgrade.co.uk 22 November – 14 December: The Nutcracker 2024 Birmingham Hippodrome www.birminghamhippodrome.com 26 November – 31 December: Wizard of Oz The Old Rep, Birmingham www.oldrep.co.uk 30 November – 29 December: The Smeds and The Smoos Warwick Arts Centre www.warwickartscentre.co.uk 5 – 29 December: Father Christmas Belgrade Theatre, Coventry www.belgrade.co.uk Here are some of our favourite family friendly shows coming up at local theatres. 5 December – 12 January: The Snowflake The Rep, Birmingham www.birmingham-rep.co.uk 7 – 29 December: Alice in Wonderland The Albany Theatre, Coventry www.albanytheatre.co.uk 20 – 22 December: Elf The Musical bp Pulse Live, Birmingham www.bppulselive.co.uk 21 December – 2 February: Peter Pan Birmingham Hippodrome www.birminghamhippodrome.com 9 – 12 January: The Snowman The Rep, Birmingham www.birmingham-rep.co.uk 4 raring2go.co.uk
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Raring2go! WHAT’S ON? 6 raring2go.co.uk 1 - 18 & 21 – 25 October Magic Alley – Inquisition With a haunting ambiance and spine-tingling suspense, Inquisition promises a Halloween experience like no other, perfect for older children, teens and adults seeking an unforgettable journey into the darker realms of history. Sound and lighting effects are used but this is not a scare attraction so no one will jump out at you but there may be a character in the attraction on certain dates. Recommended for adults and children 8/9+ due to the themes of the event. Children under 6 will not be permitted entry and tickets purchased for younger children are not refundable. The experience lasts approximately an hour to an hour and a half. www.magicalleystratford.com 4 October – 3 November Drayton Manor – Spooktacular Halloween Get ready for a spine-tingling Halloween adventure at Drayton Manor Resort! From October 4th through 3rd November, enjoy family-friendly fun like Halloween themed entertainment, Trick or Treat with Sir Topham Hatt plus a brand new trail through the Castle. During Half Term, Follow the clues to begin your adventure around the park and find spooky animal themed hay bales. Find all 6 letters features on each hay bales to uncover the hidden word to win a prize. Also during half term, visit Carnival of Spooks, a walkthrough experience for the whole family to enjoy! Meet Witchy Woo and her spooky friends and see what treats you can find on your way! www.draytonmanor.co.uk 19 – 20 & 26 October – 3 November Magic Alley – Whispers of Witchcraft Journey back in time to a village shrouded in mystery and magic. The air is thick with whispers of witchcraft, and it’s up to you to uncover the truth. Can you solve the ancient puzzles, decode the cryptic riddles, and crack the secret codes to unveil the identities of the witches? Sound and lighting effects are used but this is not a scare attraction so no one will jump out at you but there may be a performer in the attraction especially over the half What’s On? Autumn 2024 term holiday. Perfect for brave souls aged 8 and up but parental discretion admits children from 6 if they love all things Halloween. This event is also suitable for older children including teens and adults. www.magicalleystratford.com 19 – 31 October Hatton Adventure World – Halloween Spooktacular Weekends from 19th October then 26th to 31st October. Join them for a Spooktacular Halloween Adventure! Are you ready for a day of frightfully good fun? Gather your little ghouls and goblins and head on down for an unforgettable Halloween extravaganza! Pumpkins will be available for purchase from our Pumpkin Patch, with prices ranging from £2 – £5. www.adventure.hattonworld.com 19 October – 3 November West Midlands Safari Park – Spooky Spectacular A fang-tastic Halloween adventure at West Midlands Safari Park, where there’s something for every little monster! This year, they’ve brewed up some extra-special activities that are sure to delight (and maybe just a little fright!). Watch Patch’s Silly Science Show, meet Mitzy Monster, follow the monster mystery trail, join the crazy craft club and enter the photo competition. www.wmsp.co.uk 25 October – 1 November Becketts Farm – Pumpkin extravaganza This year, the Pumpkin Extravaganza has been given the royal seal of approval from the Pumpkin Queen herself! With a brand new story-line to enjoy and pumpkin party theme! You are cordially invited along for a spooktacular adventure filled with pumpkin picking, jack-o’-lantern carving, and thrilling theatre! Bring your little monsters to an interactive pumpkin carving experience, where trained actors will entertain and amaze them! www.beckettsfarm.co.uk 26 – 27 October Solihull Spooktacular A free event with plenty of roaming street entertainment on hand to make sure your visit is one you won’t be forgetting in a hurry! www.solihullbid.co.uk
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Raring2go! WHAT’S ON? 8 raring2go.co.uk 26 October – 2 November Herbert Art Gallery and Museum – Skulls, spooky skeletons and animals This October half term, join the spooky family takeover at the Herbert Art Gallery! Transform their studio and beyond with your creative flair. Inspired by the Human Remains and Animal Taxidermy collections in the Collecting Coventry exhibit, you’ll craft vibrant chalk drawings, collaborative art pieces, cotton skeletons, and more. www.theherbert.org 26 October – 3 November Stratford Butterfly Farm – Dia de Muertos The Butterfly Farm will be celebrating the amazing migration story of the Monarch butterfly and why they are associated with Día de Muertos celebrations. Meet the Mini-Beasts and Butterfly Lifecycle Demonstrations held daily at 11:00 in the Discovery Zone. www.butterflyfarm.co.uk 26 October – 3 November Compton Verney – Halloween Trail Visit Compton Verney this October half term and pick up a trail to find the spooky pumpkins. Inspired by Chila Kumari Singh Burman and Louise Bourgeois’s Spider, take a journey throughout the grounds and uncover our neon spider pumpkins concealed in hidden areas. www.comptonverney.org.uk 26 October – 3 November British Motor Museum – Tech takes the wheel Families are invited to enjoy a range of activities inspired by the evolution of car design! From the classic sketchbook to 3D digital imagery, families can come along and learn how technology has allowed some of history’s best car designs to be brought to life! Half-Term at the Museum kicks off with the Great British Model Railway Show on Saturday 26 & Sunday 27 October. This special family friendly weekend is dedicated to model trains and features over 40 layouts of various scales. The event is one of the biggest model railway What’s On? Autumn 2024 shows in the calendar and one of the best in the Midlands. www.britishmotormuseum.co.uk 28 – 31 October St John’s House – St John’s Haunted House Get ready for a family friendly bone-chilling experience at St John’s Haunted House! Bring your friends and family along for screams and thrills! Get spooked as you explore rooms at St John’s House, see them as you’ve never seen them before. Discover the creepy story of Red Riding Hood, go on a trail through the woods and watch out for the Big Bad Wolf! Make slime to take home and get messy making potions and enjoy messy play. All activities take place inside or undercover outside. Adult tickets include a hot drink. www.heritage.warwickshire.gov.uk 28 October – 1 November Royal Shakespeare Company – October Half Term Activities Join a week of ghoulish fun and experience workshops and drop-in activities that uncover the tricks and treats of Shakespeare and making theatre. Throughout the week there will be opportunities to bring what you’ve learnt and made to the final event – The Twilight Takeover! www.rsc.org.uk 29 & 31 October, 15 & 21 December The Chocolate Shed – Chocolate Making Workshops Ideal for any weather, these sessions are a special treat. Each workshop is run with a seasonal twist. Suitable for children of all ages (5-16). Check website for the timing and recommended ages for each session. www.thechocolateshed.com 2nd November Hatton Country World – Fireworks Evening Experience a spectacular Fireworks Bonanza like never before! Join an unforgettable evening filled with dazzling fireworks that light up the night sky. Enjoy a mouth watering array of street food from around the world, explore thrilling rides at the fun fair, and be entertained by live performances that will leave you in awe. Take your family and friends to this family-friendly event for a night of fun, flavour, and fantastic fireworks. www.hattonworld.com
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Raring2go! WHAT’S ON? 10 raring2go.co.uk 14 - 17 November NEC Birmingham – Festive Gift Fair Be inspired and get your festive preparations off to a flying start at the ever-popular 4-day Festive Gift Fair this November. Now in its 27th fabulous year, it remains one of the most popular Christmas Shopping events in the UK for a good reason! The Fair will be bursting at the seams with a colourful, eclectic mix of unusual stocking fillers and presents, festive food and drink and great Christmas decorations for your home and garden. 325+ stalls all in one hall …. with clever gift ideas for all ages and tastes … and lots of Special Show Offers! www.festivegiftfair.co.uk 17 & 23 November The Chocolate Shed – Create your own Chocolate Advent Calendar What better way to kick start your festive season than creating your very own, bespoke, delicious chocolate Advent calendar! Taking place in our Warwickshire chocolaterie, those attending will have the opportunity try their hand (and sticky fingers) at chocolate making, moulding and decorating at least 24 fun festive shapes each. At the end of the workshop, each guest will take away the chocolate Advent calendar of their dreams, crafted by themselves. There will be plenty of Christmass-y chocolate cheer along the way (and nibbling). Ideal for guests aged 8 years and above. www.thechocolateshed.com 29 November – 1 December NEC Birmingham – MCM Comic Con MCM Comic Con is back at the NEC for all things comics, gaming, anime and more, with celebrity guests and fun for all the family. We’re looking forward to welcoming you back for another amazing show this year. www.mcmcomiccon.com What’s On? Autumn 2024 14 December – 5 January Compton Verney – Christmas Present Trail Oh no! Santa lost all of his presents somewhere in the grounds and galleries, would you help him in rescuing them all? Join a magical Christmas Present Trail through the beautiful galleries and grounds. Follow the illuminating lights and festive decorations to find all of Santa’s lost presents and figure out the hidden word to redeem for a sweet treat at the end. www.comptonverney.org.uk 15 – 23 December Solihull Festive Feast Held every December, the Festive Feast gives you the perfect excuse to take a break from that hectic Christmas shopping and enjoy a mulled wine and mince pie! Shoppers are treated to flavours from around the world with a wide range of hot foods to sample and cold items to take home for that Christmas pantry to share with your nearest and dearest. www.solihullbid.co.uk 27 – 30 December Herbert Art Gallery and Museum – Playful paper winter crafts Create soft snowy paper snowflakes, colourful paper polar bear sculptures, or explore other wintry possibilities. Use various paper types and both classic and modern folding techniques. Bring your creations to life with vibrant colours and embellishments. Take home these delightful art decorations or share them as keepsakes for loved ones. Simple designs for younger children and more challenging options for older children and adults, ensuring there’s something enjoyable for everyone. www.theherbert.org 27 December - 6 January Stratford Butterfly Farm – Christmas holidays Escape the winter chill and feel the festive warmth of a tropical rainforest. Meet the Mini-Beasts and Butterfly Lifecycle Demonstrations held daily at 11:00 in the Discovery Zone. Stratford-upon-Avon Butterfly Farm is open every day of the year, except Christmas Day. www.butterflyfarm.co.uk
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Raring2go! WHAT’S ON? 14 raring2go.co.uk 16 November – 24 December Magic Alley – Once Upon a Christmas Journey deeper into a magical land, the air is filled with the melodies of festive songs, leading you to the most cherished of all encounters – a visit with Father Christmas himself. His hearty laughter echoes through the crisp air, warming hearts even on the chilliest of nights. This is not just any place; it’s a realm where dreams are born and memories are made, where every moment is wrapped in the pure magic of Christmas. So, gather your loved ones and step into a storybook adventure that you’ll hold dear for a lifetime, for “Once Upon a Christmas” is more than an event—it’s a gateway to a world where the spirit of Christmas lives on forever. Different timed sessions run for children of different ages and those with SEN. www.magicalleystratford.com 22 November – 24 December West Midlands Safari Park – Santa Safari With an allocated time to see Santa, you will be greeted in the Discovery Trail by one of his helpful Elves who will magically transport you to the North Pole. New for this year is Santa’s Enchanted Elevator - a magical journey transporting you to the heart of the North Pole. Finally, you will arrive at Santa’s Grotto, so all that’s left to do is ring the magical doorbell and meet the big man himself. Head to one of the festive food outlets, to pick up your complimentary refreshments and don’t forget to pop to Mrs Claus’s Craft Club to make reindeer food and write your letter to Santa. www.wmsp.co.uk 23 November – 23 December Gloucestershire and Warwickshire Steam Railway – Santa Express Selected dates. Step into a world where the wonder of Christmas comes alive, where the joy of the season is wrapped in the rhythmic chug of a vintage steam train. Get ready for an enchanting adventure as we transport you to the North Pole and back. A beautifully restored steam train, adorned with festive decorations, sets the stage for an unforgettable experience. As you settle into your comfortable seat, the train whistles, and the Santa’s Diary journey begins, winding through the picturesque landscapes of the Cotswolds. When you get to ‘The North Pole’ you are invited to see Santa and the children receive a present from Santa and his elves - there are refreshments included in the price. www.gwsr.com 23 November – 31 December Drayton Manor – Christmas Wonderland Make epic memories at Drayton Manor Resort this Christmas. Packed full of festive family fun, the heart of the theme park will be decked with trees, lights and so much more creating the perfect Christmas Wonderland. Enjoy your favourite rides in Thomas Land (and a few bonus rides as a festive treat!), stroll through the zoo and, brand new for 2024: Festive Light Train, Rusty and Dusty’s Hot Chocolate Factory and Celebration Square - sparkling with a special Christmas glow and filled with festive treats, warming fire pits, live music and entertainment. And of course, no visit would be complete without a meet and greet with Santa! www.draytonmanor.co.uk 30 November – 24 December Hatton Adventure World – Enchanted Christmas Kingdom Weekends from 30 November then daily from 21 December. Step into a world of wonder and magic, where dreams come to life and festive enchantment knows no bounds. A festive extravaganza that promises to be the highlight of your Christmas season. Immerse yourself in the enchanting activities, delicious food, and visiting Father Christmas in his woodland grotto. Visit the glowing 3D forest, North Pole postal station, gingerbread factory and make your own reindeer food. www.adventure.hattonworld.com
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Party Time! The Chocolate Shed Celebrate your child’s birthday this year with a fun, creative and yummy(!) chocolate-making party at The Chocolate Shed. Suitable for children of all ages. Party-goers get to design, create and decorate chocolate pizzas, frogs, pictures, bars or truffles to take home and enjoy. Parties tailored to suit your child’s age & hobbies that will make their chocolate-y dreams come true. Tel: 01564 794718 www.thechocolateshed.com Fitt4Kids FITT4Kids offers to entertain your child/ children for their Birthday Party with a variety of games and competitions enabling you as parents to sit back and enjoy the celebration. FITT4Kids have three Birthday Party options for you to choose from each party lasts for 2 hours, consisting of 1hr and 45mins activities and 15mins for food (not provided by FITT4Kids), additional time can be accommodated by prior arrangement. www.fitt4kids.org.uk Jump In & Rush Trampoline Parks Birthdays just got bouncy. Lots of different packages available to enjoy one of these trampoline parks with your friends. Discounts available for weekday parties. www.gojumpin.com www.rushuk.com Raring2go! PARTIES 22 raring2go.co.uk Fired Crafts We put the ART back into Party. Let them get creative with our pottery party. We come to you with all that is needed for them to make a mini masterpiece and return up to 2 weeks later with their gift wrapped party bags with the finished piece inside. Plus a FREE personalised birthday plate for the lucky Birthday Boy or Girl! www.firedcrafts.com Team Super Sports Give them the ultimate sports party! Get in touch with the team to start building your child’s dream party. With access to first class facilities and excellent coaches, we can arrange a sports party to meet any/all requirements. www.teamsupersports.co.uk
Hatton Adventure World To provide you with the maximum flexibility and choice for your party we have options ranging from Party Venue hire to just admission for the Adventure World at a discounted party price. All party bookings include all day access to Hatton Adventure World for you and your guests, downloadable party invitations, a birthday card for the birthday child with a £5 Hatton voucher (£10 for Members), a pot of animal feed, per paying child (value £1) and access to Super Slide Mania. www.adventure.hattonworld.com Raring2go! PARTIES 23 LET’S PARTY! If you’re planning a kids party, we have lots of fun themes for you to choose from! SHOP NOW
24 raring2go.co.uk FIND YOUR HAPPY Emily Coxhead ISBN 9781529501476 A joyful and imaginative book of feelings from the creator of The Happy News, feeling happy is a wonderful thing! But do you ever feel sad or angry, frightened, or shy? Everyone does sometimes, but with a little help from Sloth and the people you love, there is always a way to FIND YOUR HAPPY! THE COLOUR MONSTER Anna Llenas ISBN 9781783704231 A picture book follow-up to The Colour Monster, Anna Llenas’s jaw-dropping pop-up book. One day, Colour Monster wakes up feeling very confused. His emotions are all over the place; he feels angry, happy, calm, sad and scared all at once! To help him, a little girl shows him what each feeling means through colour. What is the Colour Monster feeling? And can you help him feel a little less mixed up? WHEN CUCUMBER LOST HIS COOL Michelle Robinson ISBN 9780702305986 You wanna be cool? Then repeat after me: I am a cucumber, cool as can be!” But when Kevin starts to feel like his friends are leaving him out, something happens that has never happened before: KEVIN. LOSES. HIS. COOL! Will Kevin’s friends be there for him when he needs them most? WHEN I SEE RED Britta Teckentrup ISBN 9783791374949 The heroine of this beautifully Raring2go! READING Kenilworth Books, Talisman Square, Kenilworth CV8 1JB illustrated story feels her anger like a storm in a dark forest. It sweeps her away, and she thunders and howls. She pours down her emotions like sheets of rain; rage surges like a wind whipping angry waves. Her anger takes her on a wild ride. Appropriate for a wide variety of ages, this book illustrates many aspects of anger that are often hard to articulate- how overwhelming it is, how isolating, even scary. But it also shows anger to be a source of power and an agent for change. THE HUGASAURUS Rachel Bright ISBN 9781408356159 One sunny morning, a happy little Hugasaurus waves goodbye to her Pappysaur and sets off into the world on her own for the very first time. When she finds a playground, some new friends welcome her to their games. But it isn’t long before the other little dinosaurs start to squabble. Can Hugasaurus bring her new friends back together using the magical power of kindness? THE INVISIBLE STRING Patrice Karst ISBN 9780316486231 The Invisible String is the perfect tool for coping with all kinds of separation anxiety, loss, and grief. In this relatable and reassuring contemporary classic, a mother tells her two children that they’re all connected by an invisible string. “That’s impossible!” the children insist, but still they want to know more: “What kind of string?” The answer is the simple truth that binds us all: An Invisible String made of love. Emotional Literacy Bookseller, Deborah from Kenilworth Books shares a selection of books that are written specifically for children who might find expressing their feelings a little tricky. With the new term starting, many children are exploring new classrooms, teachers and friends. Chosen especially for their value in dealing with mental health issues, feelings and emotions, the books on this list can be used with children to start conversations that enable them to begin to make sense of their own feelings and understand ways to manage and deal with their emotions.
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Raring2go! Christmas Salt Dough Decoration You will need: .__ • Large Bowl • Cup of Salt • ? C::�ps of Flour • 3/4 Cup of Water • Spoon • Baking tray • Oven • Cutters • Paint • Ribbon I. Mix the salt and flour together, gradually stir in the water to make a dough 2. Knead on a work surface and roll out. Heat the oven to 180C 3. Use the cutters to cut out lots of shapes, put a hole at the top of each one with a pencil 4. Bake in the oven - length of time depends on size of shapes, but can be as long as 3 hours. (I have heard it can take 90 seconds in a microwave so this is worth a try! 5. Once the decorations have completely cooled you can paint" them! Use paints and glitter for extra Christmas sparkle. You can seal the decoration with a layer of PVA or varnish, but this is not essential. 6. Once the paint has dried you can thread them onto string or ribbon into a garland, or use ribbon and make individual decorations. You could also cut around your hand and make a Father Christmas (as above) and give as keepsake gifts. Grandparents would LOVE these! Raring2gol raring2go.co.uk 28 raring2go.co.uk
CAN YOU FIND THE ITEMS FROM THE CHEF’S SHOPPING LIST IN THE WORD SEARCH AND THEN FIND THE PICTURE OF THE SAME ITEM? Carrots Pepper Onion Pear Banana Radish Watermelon Grapes Apple Lemon Orange Oh no! The chef has lost 5 ladles. Can you find them to help finish the meal? I s H O
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