CO-OP Christmas Spectacular 154x155.indd 2 06/09/2023 12:37 HALLOWEEN P5 FREE TRIAL P13 COMPETITIONS P3 raring2go.co.uk AUTUMN 2023 WEST SUFFOLK MAGAZINE & WEBSITE THE GO-TO GUIDE FOR YOU AND YOUR CHILD For more delicious recipe www.raring Pumpkin Halloween Vanilla Cake Pops Pop • Makes 20 Portions s 20 Portions • Preparation 60 minutes ration 60 min • 25 minutes cooking time • 180 C°, 350 F°, Gas Mark 4 350 F Gas Mark 4 Ingredients For the Sponge ts For the Spo 115g Unsalted butter (soften 115g Billing n Billington’s ened), 115g Billington’s ingto ’s ed butter (soft 5g Bi ingtons Unrefined Golden Cast Sugar, 2 F e range lden Caster Sugar, 2 Free medium egg(s), 140g g , / p aising white flour, 1/2 tsp g(s), 140g Self-raising whit flour, /2 Baking powder, For the Buttercream r 200g Silver Spoon Icing Sugar, 85g U ed butter (softened), n Icing Sugar, 85g Unsalted butter (softened 1 tbsp Milk (semi-skimme tsp Nielsen-Massey Milk e mmed), 1 tsp Nielsen-Massey Vanilla Ex t For the g or the ation, 200 Orange xtract, For t e or the Decoration, 200g Orange candy me 1 t ing elts, 1 tube Writing icing (black) Method Step 1: h ven to 180°C (1 fan, gas Preheat the en to 180°C (160°C fan eat the oven to 180°C en to 180 C C fan mark 4 an 8” cake t nd l an8” mark 4). Grease and line an ” cake tin se and line an 8” ine an 8” n. Step 2: x her all of th ients together all of the e ingredient Mix toget all of the sponge in di together all o he spong ingredie ge ingredi until smooth. Mix toget s redient… the spo together all of the onge ingre Step 3: Pou the tin bake 20-25 tin and b u 0 d our into the tin and bake for 20 ke for 20 o the tin and bake fo minutes or un olden bro and oked unt ed or until golden brown and cooked olden br wn n cooke throughout. Step 4: re rack. ool on a wire rac Leave to cool on a wire rack. ool on a wire c This pong l s stale This sponge can be de days in advan an be de s in advan as sta ca be made days in advance as stale dvan e crumbs work well k w for cake pops. Step 5: To make ar the buttercream, beat together the icing sugar, ug m, beat tog he d a t butter, milk and va extract until smooth. a d vanilla extract u eperfect How to make the perfect buttercre m ke t ke the perfect buttercream tercr Step 6: cake When the ca e has fully cooled, crumble xi g b it up in a large mix ow and then mix togethe m r w n hen t up in a large mixing nd then mix together mixing bowl and then mix together t with the buttercream unt rcre ntil it combines into a stiff mixture. Step 7: Using a teaspoon scoop out the mixture and roll into walnut s d balls. Place o into walnut sized balls. Place on a ace o baking sheet. Step 8: Once all of the mixture has xture has been rolled, pop in the fridge chill for 20 min n the fri fridge to chill for 20 minut minutes. Step 9: Insert the cake pop sticks into each of the of th balls. Step 10: Melt the orange melts in t the orange candy melts in a heatproof bowl over simmerin immering water or in short bursts in the microwave. Step 11: Dip each of the cake pops in the coloured chocolate so at d chocolate so that they hat they are fully coated. Step 12: Allow the cake pops to drip dry, twirling the pops once dipped to av ce dipped to avoid avoid the chocolate running. Step 13: Once the cake pops are fully dried decorate the facial featu facial feature and feature an pumpkin stalks with writing icing. If you feel yourself getting a little ‘peckish’ this Halloween, we’ve got you covered with these tasty Halloween themed spooky treats... • • • • I • • • • M S w S a m b S o T t o c H M • • • • • M I • • M S S l S S S c S
Welcome to our Autumn magazine! I hope you all had a wonderful summer and have enjoyed settling back into the school routine. Although the new school year is well underway, the October half term will be here before you know it, along with bonfire night and halloween activities. The magazine is packed with ideas for all the family to enjoy. Maybe this term you are looking for a new club or class? We have lots on offer from dance sessions to swim lessons. Have fun and remember to mention Raring2go! when you visit places featured in this edition. Emily Editor & local mum Raring2go! WELCOME e: emily.parker@raring2go.co.uk t: 07841 337054 w: raring2go.co.uk/west-suffolk 3 Tickets to Co-op Juniors Christmas Spectacular Tickets to Ipswich Fireworks at Christchurch Park www.raring2go.co.uk/west-suffolk WIN
Raring2go! WHAT’S ON 4 raring2go.co.uk @suffolkarchives l www.suffolkarchives.co.uk/whatson WOLSEY’S IPSWICH 14 July - 29 October 2023 10am - 12.30pm or 1pm - 4pm Free entry As part of the Wolsey 550 project our summer exhibition explores the life and legacy of Cardinal Thomas Wolsey during the 550th anniversary of his birth. Ipswich born and raised, Wolsey rose from humble beginnings to become England’s most powerful man, working alongside King Henry VIII. We unearth a story of ambition, aspiration, and the ability for anyone to succeed. LET’S GET CRAFTY - HALLOWEEN Join us this half term at Suffolk Archives for spooky, crafty family fun! Featuring treasures from our own collection as well as spectacular loaned exhibits including Wolsey’s original Cardinal hat on loan from Christ Church College, Oxford. Suitable for all ages, come and explore the complex and inspiring story of Ipswich’s most famous son. BURY ST EDMUNDS Wed 25 October, 10.30am - 12.30pm. Ages 5 – 11, £2. LOWESTOFT Fri 27 October, 10.30am - 12pm. Ages 5 – 11, free entry. IPSWICH Tues 24 Wed 25 and Thurs 26 October, 10.30am - 12.30pm. Ages 5 - 11, £5.
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Raring2go! ClUBS & CLASSES 10 raring2go.co.uk www.LittleKickers.co.uk “Learning the FUNdamentals of Football” Football fun for children aged 18 months - 8 years. facebook.com/LittleKickersUKIpswich ipswich@littlekickers.co.uk 07762 341982 South Suffolk Fun and exciting classes 07580 693 747 Scan the QR code or visit our website to view our full timetable and book a class! Or contact Miss Abigail on: suffolksouth@babyballet.co.uk The CTC was founded by Bridie Rowe in 2009 and began its journey by offering summer workshops in a local school hall. They now have their own studios based in Needham Market providing a modern, vibrant and professional training hub fully equipped for the specific needs of the Performing Arts. With sprung flooring, Sonos surround sound, costume and props store, a scenic workshop, floor to ceiling mirrors and windows, the space is uniquely fresh and inviting. CTC Academy meets weekly during school term time providing young people aged 3-18 years with the opportunity to experience all aspects of performance – acting, singing and dance. With midweek and weekend classes, the CTC has something for everyone! From the budding performers who love to ACT, SING and DANCE to those who enjoy making new friends and gaining confidence… book your FREE TRIAL and join the CTC family today!
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Raring2go! WHAT’S ON 12 raring2go.co.uk Sarah Piano Teacher offers group piano lessons from her home in Acton, from ages 3+ using a specially designed group piano curriculum. Lessons include theory and rhythm games, movement, improvisation, composition and ensemble playing. Keynotes lessons are an innovative and creative introduction for beginners to the piano. The classes have up to 6 in a gouup with lessons held on a Wednesday, Thursday & Friday. Book a 3 week trial and the last session will be free. Two digital pianos and three keyboards are provided for the students to use during practice time. Christmas at the Mid-Suffolk Light Railway The Santa Special - a magical Christmas treat for children up to 10 A steam train ride from Brockford Station to ‘North Pole Halt’ where each child has an individual visit to Santa in his Christmas Guards Van. Plus a present for every child. £15.00 per person. Choose from December 2nd, 3rd, 9th, 10th, 16th & 17th For more information and booking via our website visit www.mslr.org.uk Or telephone 01449 766874 Tickets available from early October Brockford Station, Wetheringsett, Stowmarket, Suffolk IP14 5PW
Raring2go! EDUCATION 13 Inspire your child’s school year with Kumon’s Free Trial At your local Kumon Ipswich Central Study Centre, we aim to help children of any age and ability become confident, independent learners. Backed by more than 60 years of experience and refinement, the Kumon Method of Learning helps students maximise their ability and realise their potential by developing lifelong study skills and a passion for learning. To help your children experience the benefits of Kumon, the Kumon Ipswich Central Study Centre is offering a oneweek Free Trial of our Kumon study programmes to all new students from 1 October – 15 November 2023. Join the over 3.5 million students worldwide by booking a maths and English assessment, allowing us to precisely tailor our programmes to your child’s level of ability. For more information and to book your child’s Kumon Free Trial this autumn, contact your local Instructor, Sangeeta Kumar. www.kumon.co.uk/ipswich-central The Kumon Ipswich Central Study Centre is located at The Key, 15 St Margaret’s Plain, with classes running on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays.
14 raring2go.co.uk Raring2go! CLUBS & CLASSES The Quay School of Dance is a warm and friendly school offering classes in Ballet, Modern/Jazz, Tap & Street. We believe in providing fun and wellstructured classes in a positive and nurturing environment. We run Ballet, Tap & Modern lessons for children aged 3 & above and children can take exams through the I.S.T.D. if they wish. Children aged 6 & over can attend our Street Dance sessions. We offer fun, informal Tap classes for adults of all ages and abilities in Acton, Sudbury & Ixworth. Our Adult Ballet classes are very popular – they are a great way of improving posture, stamina and flexibility. Book in for a trial session! Quay School of Dance CLASSES HELD IN SUDBURY & IXWORTH, NR BURY ST EDMUNDS Pupils accepted from 3 years • Ballet • Modern • Jazz • Tap • Street • Cheer-leading • Adult Tap • Adult Ballet t: 07771 648649 e: quaydance@hotmail.co.uk www.quaydance.co.uk Exams - Shows - Summer Schools Quay Dance
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19 Raring2go! WHAT’S ON The annual Theatre Royal Bury St Edmunds pantomime is one not to be missed – and even more so this year with a very famous voice guest starring as the voice of The Magic Mirror. Join us in Buryland this Christmas for Snow White. Boo & hiss at Lady Lucretia (Snow White’s wicked Step-Mother) and Grumble, her snooty butler, as they plot to get rid of Snow White so Lucretia can become Queen. Fall in love with our feisty Snow who is actually more interested in fixing up her motorbike than becoming Queen! Swoon over Sir Nicholas of Norwich who thinks he’s ready to find love but is completely unprepared for a woman like Snow. Belly laugh as the palace cleaner, Dusty Crevice, joins Snow and Gladys the Groom along with seven disaffected and delinquent scouts to form an unlikely team for an assault on the castle, to win back the crown and place the true heir on the throne. Our Snow White is inspired by the late Queen Elizabeth II. During WWII, Princess Elizabeth was dubbed Princess Auto Mechanic after joining the Auxiliary Territorial Service to train as a mechanic. We love the idea of a young princess, more at home under the bonnet of a car than entertaining dignitaries. Add in Snow White’s pride and joy - a genuine Norton motorbike on stage - and this panto has everything you need for some family festive fun.
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RECIPES For more delicious recipe ideas visit our website www.raring2go.co.uk Pumpkin Halloween Vanilla Cake Pops Pop • Makes 20 Portions s 20 Portions • Preparation 60 minutes ration 60 min • 25 minutes cooking time • 180 C°, 350 F°, Gas Mark 4 350 F Gas Mark 4 Ingredients For the Sponge ts For the Spo 115g Unsalted butter (soften 115g Billing n Billington’s ened), 115g Billington’s ingto ’s ed butter (soft 5g Bi ingtons Unrefined Golden Cast Sugar, 2 F e range lden Caster Sugar, 2 Free medium egg(s), 140g g , / p aising white flour, 1/2 tsp g(s), 140g Self-raising whit flour, /2 Baking powder, For the Buttercream r 200g Silver Spoon Icing Sugar, 85g U ed butter (softened), n Icing Sugar, 85g Unsalted butter (softened 1 tbsp Milk (semi-skimme tsp Nielsen-Massey Milk e mmed), 1 tsp Nielsen-Massey Vanilla Ex t For the g or the ation, 200 Orange xtract, For t e or the Decoration, 200g Orange candy me 1 t ing elts, 1 tube Writing icing (black) Method Step 1: h ven to 180°C (1 fan, gas Preheat the en to 180°C (160°C fan eat the oven to 180°C en to 180 C C fan mark 4 an 8” cake t nd l an8” mark 4). Grease and line an ” cake tin se and line an 8” ine an 8” n. Step 2: x her all of th ients together all of the e ingredient Mix toget all of the sponge in di together all o he spong ingredie ge ingredi until smooth. Mix toget s redient… the spo together all of the onge ingre Step 3: Pou the tin bake 20-25 tin and b u 0 d our into the tin and bake for 20 ke for 20 o the tin and bake fo minutes or un olden bro and oked unt ed or until golden brown and cooked olden br wn n cooke throughout. Step 4: re rack. ool on a wire rac Leave to cool on a wire rack. ool on a wire c This pong l s stale This sponge can be de days in advan an be de s in advan as sta ca be made days in advance as stale dvan e crumbs work well k w for cake pops. Step 5: To make ar the buttercream, beat together the icing sugar, ug m, beat tog he d a t butter, milk and va extract until smooth. a d vanilla extract u eperfect How to make the perfect buttercre m ke t ke the perfect buttercream tercr Step 6: cake When the ca e has fully cooled, crumble xi g b it up in a large mix ow and then mix togethe m r w n hen t up in a large mixing nd then mix together mixing bowl and then mix together t with the buttercream unt rcre ntil it combines into a stiff mixture. Step 7: Using a teaspoon scoop out the mixture and roll into walnut s d balls. Place o into walnut sized balls. Place on a ace o baking sheet. Step 8: Once all of the mixture has xture has been rolled, pop in the fridge chill for 20 min n the fri fridge to chill for 20 minut minutes. Step 9: Insert the cake pop sticks into each of the of th balls. Step 10: Melt the orange melts in t the orange candy melts in a heatproof bowl over simmerin immering water or in short bursts in the microwave. Step 11: Dip each of the cake pops in the coloured chocolate so at d chocolate so that they hat they are fully coated. Step 12: Allow the cake pops to drip dry, twirling the pops once dipped to av ce dipped to avoid avoid the chocolate running. Step 13: Once the cake pops are fully dried decorate the facial featu facial feature and feature an pumpkin stalks with writing icing. Halloween recipes If you feel yourself getting a little ‘peckish’ this Halloween, we’ve got you covered with these tasty Halloween themed spooky treats... Spider Cookies • Makes 12 Portions • Not Suitable for freezing Suitable for freezing • Preparation 5 minutes • 1 minutes cooking time °, 275 F°, Gas Mark 1 • 140 C°, 275 Ingredients • 12 Chocolate Chip Cookies ers • 24 Malteasers Squar te Chocolate • 6 Squares White Chocolate • 12 Squares Dark or Milk Chocola or Milk Chocolate Method Step 1: Mi Dark/Milk chocolate over boiling Melt the Dark/Milk wave water of microwave water of in the microwave of in the microw Step 2: o an icing bag and draw 8 legs Put into an icing bag across the biscuit, and a couple of blobs in the he biscuit, and a coupl Malt middle. Before it dries add the 2 Malteasers to the efore it dries add th tick blobs of chocolate so that they sti chocolat Step 3: e and pipe 2 eyes Melt the white chocolate and pipe 2 eyes onto 1 Malteaser and 1 tail onto the other Malteaser. othe obviously a quick ‘cheats’ recipe! 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21 Raring2go! WHAT’S ON Beasts of the East at Hollow Trees Farm Mystical Beasts and Folklore Creatures from across East Anglia have made their way to our Farm Trail, just in time for Holloween! Each year we have some strange visitors, and this year is no exception! This October half term you can have a great day out exploring our Farm Trail and find out who, or what, is hiding here at Hollow Trees Farm! The Beasts of the East have scattered themselves all over our Farm…Can you Brave the Black Shucks Cave? Will you Slither Down the Sea Serpents Sledges or do you dare to ride the Beastly Barell Train? Make your way through the Land of Dragons and find some more Beasts of the East along the way! Enjoy our Holloween activities, plus all your usual ‘Farm Fun’ between Friday 20th and Sunday 29th October. Pre-booking is advised and entry is £9 per person if you book your tickets via hollowtrees. co.uk. (Walk-in entry price is £10 per person) You can find all the information you’ll need here too. There will be hot and cold food and drinks available to purchase throughout the day, and plenty of Pumpkins for sale! Keep an eye on our social media for all things Holloween! @hollowtreesfarm The Beasts of the East await your arrival!
Raring2go! WHAT’S ON 22 raring2go.co.uk Helping children who are nervous on fireworks night Every child is unique, some like fireworks more than others and some don’t want to watch them at all which is fine. If your child is nervous around loud noises or is autistic or has sensory issues, these are our suggested tips which may help. Explain what’s going to happen. Social or visual stories can be a great help. Let them know when they’re going, where they’re going and the different steps once you’re there. If you can include images, it will help. You can find videos of firework displays on YouTube if they have never watched a display before. Google ‘fireworks social stories’ for some ideas. Have plenty of distractions. Hungry children can become distressed children very quickly. Having snacks and drinks on hand can help, maybe even a hot chocolate on a cold night can keep children from worrying and keep their tummies happy too. Use ear defenders or ear plugs. Ear defenders obviously help with the noise, you might also find that they help other people realise your child may have extra needs and give them a bit of space! If your child isn’t a fan of ear defenders (especially as they get towards the teen years) Loop ear plugs are discreet and effective. Contact the venue If your child has a disability or condition, the venue may have a specific viewing area which might give them some extra space and help deal with the crowds. Comfy shoes! Footwear isn’t just essential for keeping little feet warm, some children find the vibrations from the fireworks as off putting as the sound. Having shoes with squishy soles doesn’t elimate the issue but it can reduce it. Consider something low key at home If the noise of fireworks is a big no, maybe toasting marshmallows over a fire basket would be better, or a few sparklers, or one of our favourites is a Mystical Flame sachet that makes the flames burn different colours. Wharever you do, stay safe and have fun. THE FIREWORK CODE ALWAYS FOLLOW THE FIREWORK CODE ✷ Do not buy fireworks from UNLICENCED retailers. These fireworks may be unsafe and illegal. ✷ Only buy fireworks that comply with current safety standards.* ✷ Always keep fireworks in a closed box. Take them out one at a time and close the box. ✷ Never put fireworks in your pocket. ✷ Be considerate. Let your neighbours know you will be having a display, especially if they are elderly or they have pets or children. ✷ Avoid setting fireworks off late at night, particularly if it is a school-night. ✷ Ensure your pets are safe. ✷ Carefully follow the instructions on EACH firework. ✷ Never go back to a lit firework unless the instructions advise otherwise. ✷ Never throw fireworks; it is dangerous. ✷ Light fireworks one at a time, at the end of the fuse, and at arm’s length. ✷ Light sparklers one at a time and wear suitable gloves, even when lighting them. ✷ Never give sparklers to a child under the age of 5. ✷ Never throw spent fireworks on a bonfire. STAY SAFE, BE CONSIDERATE, AND DON’T BECOME A NUISANCE. * All fireworks supplied by BFA members are tested to conform to the current safety standards. If you require more information, contact the seller or any member of the BFA. www.britishfireworksassociation.co.uk
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Raring2go! WHAT’S ON 24 raring2go.co.uk Glittering festive family show When it comes to family entertainment, no-one does it like the Co-op Juniors Theatre Company. As the largest youth musical theatre group in the UK, their annual Christmas Spectacular! at Snape Maltings concert hall is a Suffolk tradition that attracts audiences from all over East Anglia. This year marks the Co-op Juniors 80th anniversary and their 18th year at the world-famous concert hall. Decked with thousands of twinkling lights and a specially designed stage set sparkling with gold and red, the venue is the perfect way to get into the Christmas spirit! The cast of almost 100 young people, with 800 costumes, will set the stage alight with their selection of high-energy dance numbers, a stunning nativity scene, moving carols and more than a few surprises. Rehearsals are well under way, with a team of choreographers and musical director Jo King crafting the huge range of music into a seamless toe-tapping extravaganza. “We cover a diverse range of musical styles, there’s truly something for everyone and it’s a real joy for the creative team to see each one come to life in our Ipswich rehearsal studios.’’ Seasoned directors Oliver Brett and Lucy Allen work with Jo on the selection of music for this nonstop production, which lasts two hours with an interval. Says Oliver, ‘We want to send our audience home filled with Christmas spirit, having enjoyed a truly spectacular show!’ Christmas Spectacular! 13 performances 8th - 17th December. Tickets from £18. Book coopjuniors.co.uk/spectacular or call 01728 687110. Special offers for groups, under 16s, over 60s. CO-OP Christmas Spectacular 154x155.indd 2 06/09/2023 12:37
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