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I hope your 2024 is off to a fantastic start and you are looking forward to lots of family fun in the months ahead? Raring2go! HELLO 3 Welcome to the Winter issue of Raring2go! To help you I’ve packed this magazine with pages and pages of ideas including an A-Z of Great Days Out and Things to Do With Your Child on P16-17. If you have a bus, train, plane or car mad youngster check out our feature on P24-25. Get up-to-date with the Government’s childcare changes and what it could mean for your family on P22. Plus don’t miss your chance to win a free day out at some of our great, local attractions by entering our competitions on P30. As we start the new school term I’d like to say a great big thank you to all our schools, nurseries and venues who handout our magazine. I’d also like to ‘high-five’ our Raring2go! advertisers, I couldn’t do it without you. Last but not least, here’s a ‘shout-out’ to you - thank you for reading this magazine! Whatever you do, have fun and please mention Raring2go! whereever you go! Jo Messinger, Editor & Owner TEL 07762 204195 EMAIL wolverhampton@raring2go.co.uk FACEBOOK @raring2gowolverhampton 2024
This is a guide. Some details may change and some events require pre-booking. Please check with the venue before setting off. Continued on P6... Together, let’s make it count The RSPB is a registered charity in Eng and and Wales 207076, in Scot and SC037654. Robin by Mark Sisson (rspb-images.com) Every birdwatch ma ers Join hundreds of thousands of others and take part in Big Garden Birdwatch - the UK’s argest citizen science wildlife survey. Sign up, connect with nature and make your birdwatch count. P ay your part at www.rspb.org.uk Big Garden Birdwatch 26-28 January 2024 BGBW24_A5 Portrait_English_RSPB URL_AW_v1.indd 1 09/11/2023 18:19 Every Monday, term time only, from Mon 8 Jan onwards, 3-5pm. Additional Needs Session at Jungle Boogie, Codsall. This session features a quieter environment as it is not open to the general public. Siblings are welcome and it’s a great opportunity to meet other parents. £6 per child including juice and biscuits.01902 932742. www.jungle-boogie.co.uk Sundays and Wednesdays from now until Wed 31 January. New members go free at Crimson Tide Cheerleaders, Royal School, Wolverhampton. If you have always wanted to try out cheerleading now you can and it won’t cost a penny. Crimson Tide Cheer is offering free classes to new members during January so children can see if it is for them. For ages 4 years and upwards. No previous experience necessary. For more information contact 07470 462472 or visit www.facebook.com/crimsontidecheer Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from now until 10 February. Winter opening at West Midland Safari Park. www.wmsp.co.uk Mon 8 January - Sun 31 March. Winter Fun On The Farm, PLAY@ Lower Drayton Farm, Penkridge. Explore the ‘great indoors’ at PLAY@ Lower Drayton Farm – with 2km of indoor play space you can spend hours sliding, scrambling, climbing, bouncing and generally letting off steam (grown-ups get to join in too!) You’ll also find large and small animal zones undercover, with a packed programme of talks on all creatures, great & small. SAVE 10% online using code WVLAMBS. www.playatthefarm.co.uk Mon 8, 15, 22, 29 January. Wolves Play Café at All Saints Community Centre, WV2 1EL. Drop-in Play Cafe! Themed indoor play session. 10-12 and 12-2. Pay As You Feel supported by WVCA HOPE funding. www.wolvesplaycafe.org Sat 13 January. Wolves Play Café at Boundary Way Allotments, WV4 4NT. Winter Family Nature Play - themed outdoor play session. 10.15-11.30am. £6 per child - adults and under 9 months free. SAVE! Use code on site: R2G124 for 10% off. www.wolvesplaycafe.org Wed 24 January onwards. Cannock Chase Forest. The Gruffalo Party Trail. Celebrate the Gruffalo’s birthday. Find the missing party items, pick a present for the Gruffalo and enjoy lots more fun trail activities. www.forestryengland.uk 4 raring2go.co.uk Raring2go! WHAT’S ON? What’s On Winter?
5 Raring2go! PLACES TO GO For more info visit aspire-sports.co.uk or call 0121 663 1979 *Offer ends 5pm Friday 2nd February Ofsted registered Action-packed childcare this February Half Term BOOK ONLINE Monday 12th - Friday 16th February Open from 8am - 4pm For more info and to book your place visit activecamps.co.uk or call 01902 213 298 15% OFF* with code FEB24CW We have venues in Codsall Wombourne and Wodensfield
...Continued from P4 Continued on P10... SCAN TO BOOK www.wolvesplaycafe.org Sat 27 January. Tettenhall College Years 7-9 Entrance Assessments. For more information visit www.tettenhallcollege.co.uk Sat 27 January, 9.30am to 12.30pm. Wolverhampton Grammar School Junior School Open Morning (Year 1 to 6). www.wgs.org.uk FEBRUARY Fri 2 February. Tettenhall College, Wolverhampton. Year 12 Entrance Assessments. For more information visit www.tettenhallcollege.co.uk Sat 3 February, 9.30am to 12.30pm. Wolverhampton Grammar School Reception Open Morning. www.wgs.org.uk Mon 5, 12, 19, 26 February. Wolves Play Café at All Saints Community Centre, WV2 1EL. Drop-in Play Cafe! Themed indoor play session. 10-12 and 12-2. Pay As You Feel supported by WVCA HOPE funding. www.wolvesplaycafe.org Wed 7, 14, 21, 28 February. Wolves Play Café at Boundary Way Allotments, WV4 4NT. 10.15-11.30am - Wolves in the Woods (Under 7s). 12-2pm - Drop-in Nature Play (Under 7s). Pay As You Feel. www.wolvesplaycafe.org Thurs 8 Feb & Thurs 21 March. Thinktank Birmingham. Toddler Thursdays: Planetarium. Inspire your future scientists and astronauts by joining our family-friendly relaxed Planetarium experience. Join us as we explore our night sky, look for shapes and patterns in the stars, and use our imaginations to blast off to explore the Solar System! Our adventure will finish with immersive space imagery ideal for your young astronauts! 12 months-3 years.To book visit www.birminghammuseums.org.uk Fri 9, 16, 23 February. Wolves Play Café at Gatis Community Space, WV6 0ET. Wolves in the Woods (Under 7s). 10.15am-11.30am. Pay As You Feel supported by Prince of Wales Charitable Fund. www.wolvesplaycafe.org Fri 9 - Sat 10 February. Birmingham Rep. Can Bears Ski? Little Bear can’t hear Dad Bear calling, but feels the floor vibrate with heavy footstep. Little Bear can’t catch the funny joke at school when friends are laughing, but feels the crunch of snow on frozen pavements. Join Little Bear and Dad Bear as they learn how there are many ways to communicate love, and to find your place in the world. www.birmingham-rep.co.uk Sat 10 February onwards. West Midland Safari Park will be fully open every day. Look out for half term activities. www.wmsp.co.uk Sat 10 February - Fri 22 March. Lambs & Ewe, PLAY@ Lower Drayton Farm, Penkridge. From February half term through to Easter, PLAY@ visitors can learn all about the farm’s cutest new arrivals (and their mums)! Get up close to lambs & ewes in the lambing barn, watch a fun, interactive film all about sheep and test your knowledge in the sheep-y quiz trail. Plus, you get to explore the farm’s massive indoor and outdoor adventure play spaces and meet lots of other friendly animals, too! SAVE 10% online using code WVLAMBS. www.playatthefarm.co.uk 6 raring2go.co.uk Raring2go! WHAT’S ON?
st dinos in our ze! ial talk All the usual fun of the farm - indoor & outdoor adventure, friendly animals & more! PLUS Penkridge, Staffs ST19 5RE Book online: www.playatthefarm.co.uk SAVE 10%Use code WVLAMBS *Online PLAY@ tickets only. Does not apply to parties or special events. Fun, educational film about sheep Meet our lambs and ewes Learn lots of Sheep-y facts Learn lots of Sheep-y facts Help Farmer Ray find the lost sheep From February Half Term! Term! 2024 7 Raring2go! PLACES TO GO
FAMILY ACTIVITIES FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO BOOK, VISIT WWW.WOLVERHAMPTONART.ORG.UK/FAMILY-FRIENDLY-ACTIVITIES. Booking fees may apply. MASSIVE MAP DRAWING MARATHON! MONDAY 12 FEBRUARY 10.30AM TO 2.30PM Can you help cover a room in drawings? Draw big, draw small, on the floor and on the walls to help make a massive map of all our favourite bits of Wolverhampton. Suitable for all ages Free, drop in. DIGITAL DOODLES TUESDAY 13 FEBRUARY 11.00AM TO 2.00PM Play a drawing game, bring your own character to life as an animation, try out some light painting and follow the drawing trail around the art gallery. Suitable for children over 4 years old. £3, drop in and pay at reception. REFLEXIONS CRAFT AND CHAT WEDNESDAY 14 FEBRUARY 10.30AM TO 2.30PM Join the Reflexions Wolverhampton team for a drop-in session of mindful drawing for all ages. Suitable for all ages Free, drop in. WATERCOLOUR WORKSHOP FRIDAY 16 FEBRUARY 11.00AM TO 1.00PM Take your inspiration from the watercolour natural forms in the Drawing Attention exhibition and create a striking painting to take home. Suitable for ages 7 to 16 £5 per child. OCTOBER HALF TERM ACTIVITIES AT WOLVERHAMPTON ART GALLERY ALL SESSIONS SUITABLE FOR AGE 5 TO 12 YEARS OLD UNLESS OTHERWISE STATED PLEASE VISIT WOLVERHAMPTONART.ORG.UK/FAMILY-FRIENDLY-ACTIVITIES/ CHARACTERFUL CREATURES MONDAY 24 OCTOBER, 10.30AM TO 1.30PM, DROP IN Learn to make fuzzy pompoms and transform them into wonderful wildlife! We’ll have plenty of wool and lots of colourful crafty materials on hand to help you create some characterful creatures. £3 per child, book online or pay on the day AMAZING ANIMAL MASKS TUESDAY 25 OCTOBER, 10.30AM TO 1.30PM, DROP IN Create your own collaged animal mask using a variety of materials and techniques. Do you want to prowl, flap or hop in your animal disguise? £3 per child, book online or pay on the day WOLVERHAMPTON ARTS & CULTURE Wolverhampton Art Gallery has a packed programme of family-friendly fun during October half term, inspired by the Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition. See the website for more details – www.wolverhamptonart.org.uk/family-friendly-activities OCTOBER HALF TERM ACTIVITIES AT WOLVERHAMPTON ART GALLERY ALL SESSIONS SUITABLE FOR AGE 5 TO 12 YEARS OLD UNLESS OTHERWISE STATED PLEASE VISIT WOLVERHAMPTONART.ORG.UK/FAMILY-FRIENDLY-ACTIVITIES/ CHARACTERFUL CREATURES MONDAY 24 OCTOBER, 10.30AM TO 1.30PM, DROP IN Learn to make fuzzy pompoms and transform them into wonderful wildlife! We’ll have plenty of wool and lots of colourful crafty materials on hand to help you create some characterful creatures. £3 per child, book online or pay on the day AMAZING ANIMAL MASKS TUESDAY 25 OCTOBER, 10.30AM TO 1.30PM, DROP IN Create your own collaged animal mask using a variety of materials and techniques. Do you want to prowl, flap or hop in your animal disguise? £3 per child, book online or pay on the day WOLVERHAMPTON ARTS & CULTURE Wolverhampton Art Gallery has a packed programme of family-friendly fun during October half term, inspired by the Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition. See the website for more details – www.wolverhamptonart.org.uk/family-friendly-activities AT WOLVERHAMPTON ART GALLERY THIS FEBRUARY FESTIVAL OF DRAWING To celebrate the Drawing Attention exhibition we’re having a fun-filled half term all about drawing
WOLVES LIT FEST CHILDREN’S FESTIVAL SATURDAY 3 FEBRUARY - VARIOUS VENUES AND TIMES Ghosts, grandpas, and some great stories – there’s a line-up of fun-filled events for the Children’s Festival at Wolverhampton Libraries. Jump on board the Maharaja’s Express train, try out illustration and explore weird words! www.wolverhamptonart.org.uk WILD FROGS WEDNESDAY 26 OCTOBER, 10.30AM TO 1.30PM, DROP IN Go wild and make your own colourful, fun, tree-frog. Use all things decorative, we’ll use split-pins to make its arms and legs moveable. Help that frog strike a pose! £3 per child, book online or pay on the day CLAY CRITTERS THURSDAY 27 OCTOBER, 10.30AM TO 1.30PM, DROP IN Use clay and natural materials to model your favourite woodland wildlife. Foxes, squirrels, hedgehogs, badgers or even a tiny mouse! £3 per child, book online or pay on the day WOOLLY WILDLIFE FRIDAY 28 OCTOBER, 10.30AM TO 1.30PM, DROP IN Using pipe-cleaners and wool wrapping, make a soft sculpture of a furry friend to take home. £3 per child, book online or pay on the day COLOUR IN YOUR ART GALLERY SATURDAY 29 OCTOBER, 11AM TO 4PM, DROP IN Join artist Olivier Jamin to create a large-scale illustrated banner. Drop in any time to get creative and relax with some mindful colouring. A BSL interpreter will be present during the event. Free, suitable for all ages WOLVERHAMPTON ARTS & CULTURE www.wolverhamptonart.org.uk WILD FROGS WEDNESDAY 26 OCTOBER, 10.30AM TO 1.30PM, DROP IN Go wild and make your own colourful, fun, tree-frog. Use all things decorative, we’ll use split-pins to make its arms and legs moveable. Help that frog strike a pose! £3 per child, book online or pay on the day CLAY CRITTERS THURSDAY 27 OCTOBER, 10.30AM TO 1.30PM, DROP IN Use clay and natural materials to model your favourite woodland wildlife. Foxes, squirrels, hedgehogs, badgers or even a tiny mouse! £3 per child, book online or pay on the day WOOLLY WILDLIFE FRIDAY 28 OCTOBER, 10.30AM TO 1.30PM, DROP IN Using pipe-cleaners and wool wrapping, make a soft sculpture of a furry friend to take home. £3 per child, book online or pay on the day COLOUR IN YOUR ART GALLERY SATURDAY 29 OCTOBER, 11AM TO 4PM, DROP IN Join artist Olivier Jamin to create a large-scale illustrated banner. Drop in any time to get creative and relax with some mindful colouring. A BSL interpreter will be present during the event. Free, suitable for all ages WOLVERHAMPTON ARTS & CULTURE For more information and to book, visit the Wolves Lit Fest website: www.wolvesliteraturefestival.co.uk/children-families.html
Continued on P12... Continued from P6... Mon 12 - Fri 16 February, 8am - 4pm. Aspire Active Camps at South Staffordshire Leisure Centres in Wombourne & Codsall and Wodensfield Primary School, Wolverhampton. February Half Term. Multi Sports Academy: Ages 4 - 11 (4 years olds for half day only). Active Leaders: Ages 12-14 SAVE: Get 15% off with the code FEB24CW (offer ends 5pm 2 February) To book call 01902 213298 or visit www.aaeg.co.uk/active-camps Mon 12 - Fri 16 February. Kixx February Half Term Holiday Camp at The Khalsa Academy, Wolverhampton. Choose from football, dance and martial arts. The camps are completely free for children living in Wolverhampton. Book through www.yowolves.co.uk or for more details call 07834 073939, email martin@kixx.org.uk or visit www.facebook.com/KixxWolverhampton Tue 13 - Fri 16 February, 10am-3pm. Aston Hall & Birmingham Rep. Hunt for the Lost Time Machine. Birmingham Rep and Aston Hall invite you to take part in a brand-new project for those aged 9-12 this February half term. Expect twists and turns, shocks and surprises as you discover if there really are lost instructions on how to build a time machine! Discover the secrets of Aston Hall guided by the renowned time detective Phileas T. Darkmatter before heading to The Rep to solve the puzzle. Finish the week back at Aston Hall where you’ll take over the place in an exciting and epic conclusion which everyone can get involved in! www.birminghammuseums.org.uk Tue 13 - Sun 18 February. New Art Gallery Walsall, Punjabi Tuk Tuks. Visit Chila Kumari Singh Burman’s tuk tuk, then decorate our giant cardboard tuk tuk with collage papers, stickers and bling! FREE. Self-led activity. Drop - in during opening hours. www.thenewartgallerywalsall.org.uk Funded by: birminghammuseums.org.uk/thinktank • • 4k Planetarium • Outdoor Science Garden 10 raring2go.co.uk Raring2go! WHAT’S ON?
Tuesday – Saturday 10am-5pm, Sunday 12noon-4pm / Closed Mondays and Bank Holidays The New Art Gallery Walsall, Gallery Square, Walsall WS2 8LG 01922 654400 thenewartgallerywalsall.org.uk What are you waiting for? Visit today! GREAT FOR ALL THE FAMILY Family friendly Costa on the Ground Floor Near to M6 Buggy Friendly Weekly, Sunday Art Club! FREE EVENTS AND WORKSHOPS: Holiday workshops for all ages Community Days and Cultural Celebrations newartgallerywalsall thenewartgallerywalsall RaringToGo_Dec22.indd 1 14/12/2022 08:46:08 BABY & ME: Wednesdays: 10 January, 14 February, 13 March.10.30am-noon and 12.30 -2pm. For babies aged 0-24 months with their carers. £3 per child. Booking essential. SUNDAY ART CLUB: Meet artists and creatives, learn to paint, print, sculpt, craft and more! 12-3pm. Ages 4+. Free. Drop-in. 7 Jan - Dip Pens & Brushes: Indian Ink Drawings.14 Jan - Psychedelic Prints onto Fabric. 21 Jan - Clay Cats. 28 Jan - Animal/ Human Hybrid. 4 Feb - Sgraffito Suns & Moons. 11 Feb - Lunar New Year. 18 Feb - Charcoal & Eraser Drawings. 25 Feb - Spin Animations. 3 March - Colourful Comics! 10 March - Mothers’ Day Flower Cards. 17 March - Golden Mythological Beasts. 24 March - Tie Dye Mandala. 31 March - Decoupage Chickens. MINI MAKERS: Get creative, explore art materials and build fine motor skills. 13 Feb - Suns & Moons: Neon Painting & Sensory Play. 26 March - Cotton Wool Lambs and Sensory Play. 11am-1pm. Ages 2-4. £3. Drop-in. WEDNESDAYS FOR ALL: Fun, creative workshops for all the family! 3 Jan - 2024 Calendars: Wax resist and watercolour. 14 Feb - Create a Colouring Book! 27 March - Punjabi Pop Culture Collages.11am-3pm. Ages 4+. Free. Drop-in. THURSDAY SKILLS: 4 Jan - Basic Hand Stitching. 15 Feb - Painting with Palette Knives. 28 March - Phulkari Prints onto Fabric (am) Phulkari Embroidery Squares (pm). 11am-12.30pm: Age 4+. 1.30-3pm: Age 7+. Booking essential. www.thenewartgallerywalsall.org.uk Fun-packed family workshops January to March at the The New Art Gallery 11 Raring2go! THE NEW ART GALLERY WALSALL
...Continued from P10 Sat 24 February, 11am - 12pm & 1-2pm. New Art Gallery Walsall.Suns & Moons: Fantastic Journeys - Family Day. Join Peter and Nicola from Fantastic Journeys for an immersive music and colour experience. Using bright neon materials and exploring ancient rhythms this session takes inspiration from the giant neon sun and moon sculptures by Chila Kumari Singh Burman. Children will be listening, shaking, singing and moving to authentic South Asian sounds.These sessions are exclusively for children with profound & multiple learning disabilities (PMLD) and/or complex support needs, with their families. Free. Booking essential. Call 01922 654400. March Saturday 2 March,12-4pm. New Art Gallery Walsall, World Book Day Family Day: Draw Your Dreams! Join children’s author and illustrator Bec Tonks to draw your dreams! Make your mark on our colourful mural with pictures and words inspired by Chitra Ganesh’s mural and Ati Gor’s comic. Make a Bollywood bookmark! Storytelling at 12pm / Autism friendly story at 2pm.Take home a copy of the comic Brooklyn, Bollywood and the Rainbow Path. Come dressed in rainbows, flowers or bright colours. Prizes for the most colourful! Fri 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 March. Wolves Play Café at Gatis Community Space, WV6 0ET. Wolves in the Woods (Under 7s). 10.15am11.30am. Pay As You Feel. Supported by Prince of Wales Charitable Fund. www.wolvesplaycafe.org Mon 4, 11, 18, 25 March. Wolves Play Café at All Saints Community Centre, WV2 1EL. Drop-in Play Cafe! Themed indoor play session.10-12 and 12-2. Pay As You Feel. www.wolvesplaycafe.org Wed 6, 13, 20, 27 March. Wolves Play Café at Boundary Way Allotments, WV4 4NT.10.15-11.30am - Wolves in the Woods (Under 7s). 12-2pm - Drop-in Nature Play CLICK HERE (Under 7s). Pay As You Feel. www.wolvesplaycafe.org Thurs 14 - Sun 17 March. The Alexandra Theatre, Birmingham. Madagascar The Musical. www.atgtickets.com Thurs 28 March - Mon 1 April. NEC Birmingham - Insomnia The Gaming Festival. Get ready for the ultimate gaming experience. Immerse yourself in a world of non-stop gaming, with everything from the latest video games to retro classics. Meet fellow gamers, attend panels and meetand-greets with your favourite creators, and compete in tournaments for prizes. Plus there will be live performances, cosplay competitions, and the latest gaming gear in our marketplace. www.insomniagamingfestival.com Sat 23 March 12-4pm. New Art Gallery Walsall Holi 2024: Festival of Colours Community Day. Sun and Moon Spray Painting, Neon Sand Rangoli, Psychedelic Mandala Drawing, Bollywood Dreams Dance Company performances and workshops, Mehndi, South Asian food & Colour and Pattern Gallery Trail. FREE. Drop-in. Sun 24 March. Jurassic Adventure, Wolverhampton Grand Theatre. Meet the bravest of rangers as they take you on a journey through Jurassic Earth, introducing their herd of the most incredible Dinosaur species to have ever lived! www.grandtheatre.co.uk Tue 26 March - Fri 5 April. New Art Gallery, Mini Easter Egg Decorating. Self-led activity. Drop - in during opening hours. Free. www.thenewartgallerywalsall.org.uk 12 raring2go.co.uk Raring2go! WHAT’S ON? For more What’s On CLICK HERE
13 Raring2go! CLUBS & CLASSES Weekly football classes for ages 2 - 10 years School Holiday Camps Find your nearest class at kixx.org.uk Let’s get your little one swimming! 01694 731407 wibblewobble@waterbabies.co.uk There are few things in life that are more important than teaching little ones how to swim. Not only could it save their life…it’s a great way to develop strength, flexibility and coordination, overcome struggles and fears, make new friends, and develop skills that will last them a lifetime. So what are you waiting for? Join us anytime! Classes available now. When you’re ready, we’re ready.
14 raring2go.co.uk Raring2go! FEATURE 1 .co.uk Raring2go! The 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games will take place in Paris. To mark this occasion, Get Set (the official youth engagement programme from Team GB and ParalympicsGB), is on a mission to get children aged 5-11 and their families more active with their new virtual challenge – Path to Paris. Schools, community groups or families can set up teams for children to take part – and everyone can join in with the fun alongside them, completely for free! We all know how important it is to get children more active. Research has shown clear links between how active children are and the state of their mental wellbeing, even down to how much they are able to concentrate and their levels of selfesteem. Path to Paris provides a fantastic opportunity to bring positive change into all aspects of children’s lives, all while bringing families, school communities, and wider communities together. The challenge begins in Athens, the birthplace of the Olympic Games. From there, children will embark on a virtual journey around the world in a team bus, completing fun activities as they explore different places on their way to the Paris Games. Every physical activity logged will earn kilometres to power their virtual team bus to its final destination.Whether it’s jumping on the trampoline in the garden, playing wheelchair basketball, attending a weekly judo club, or dancing around the living room as a family, it all counts, so everyone can get involved and get their hearts racing doing something they enjoy. As well as getting active, children will learn about athletes and their sports, the history of the Games, and can also win incredible prizes as they complete the Path to Paris.The prizes range from sports equipment to support them to get and stay active, posters and stickers to help them track their progress, and even exclusive school visits from Olympic and Paralympic athletes! Team members might also get shout outs on social media from athletes, or win awards for their outstanding achievements, whether individually or as a family. Path to Paris uses a gamified approach designed to inspire and excite children to take part and keep moving.There are lots of motivational activities and videos to encourage them to stay active and build healthy habits, and in doing so, power their virtual team bus to Paris before the start of the Games. For more details and to get involved, visit our website, raring2go.co.uk… Join ‘Path to Paris’ from Team GB and Paralympics GB and inspire children to live more active lifestyles!
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Raring2go! WHAT’S ON? 16 raring2go.co.uk The Raring2go! A-Z of places to go and things to do with your child A1 B3 C3 D2 E1 F4 G2 H4 I 1 J8 K5 L1 M3 N1 O1 P3 Q10 R1 S1 T1 U1 Try a new ACTIVITY together at Ackers Adventure. Choose from skiing, toboganning, tubing and so many more 1 3 3 2 1 4 2 4 I 1 8 5 1 3 1 1 3 10 1 1 1 1 Watch a BUTTERFLY emerge from its chrysalis at Stratford Butterfly Farm and explore the tropical paradise CREATE your own pottery masterpiece at Codsall Hive A1 B3 C3 D2 E1 F4 G2 H4 I 1 J8 K5 L1 M3 N1 O1 P3 Q10 R1 S T U JUMP and bounce the winter blues away at AIRea51, Telford or Rush, Birmingham Trampoline Parks A1 B3 C3 D2 E1 F4 G2 H4 I 1 J8 K5 L1 M N O A1 B3 C3 D2 E1 F4 G2 H4 I 1 A1 B3 C3 D2 E1 F4 G2 H4 I 1 J8 K5 L1 M3 N1 O1 P Q1 R Be INSPIRED by visiting the New Art Gallery Walsall or Wolverhampton Museum and Art Gallery A1 B3 C3 D2 E1 F4 G2 H4 I 1 J8 K5 L1 M N O A1 B3 C3 D2 E1 F4 G2 H4 I 1 D2 E1 F G2 H4 I J8 K5 L M3 N1 O P3 Q10 R S1 T1 U V4 W4 X Y4 Z10 Adopt a rescued HORSE at Redwings Horse Sanctuary, Oxhill A1 B3 C3 D2 E1 F4 G2 H4 I 1 J8 K5 L1 M3 N1 O1 P3 Q10 R1 S1 T1 U1 V W X Wrap up warm and visit Cannock Chase Forest. Treat yourself to a hot drink and snack in the café after exploring the OUTDOOR space and adventure playground A1 B3 C3 D2 E1 F4 G2 H4 I 1 J8 K5 L1 M3 N1 O1 P Q R A1 B3 C3 D2 E1 F4 G2 H4 I 1 J8 K5 L1 M3 N1 O1 P3 Q10 R1 S1 T1 U1 V4 W4 X8 DISCOVER a new park or playground in your area Get your KICKS by visiting the Wolves Museum or a football match 1 3 3 2 1 4 2 4 1 8 5 1 3 1 1 3 10 1 1 1 1 4 4 8 EXPERIENCE the sights, sounds, smells and tastes of the shops, houses, and industrial workshops of the Black Country Living Museum Visit your local LIBRARY. Join in with their family activities or just find a new book to enjoy together. A1 B3 C3 D2 E1 F4 G2 H4 I 1 J8 K5 L1 M3 N1 O1 P Q R A1 B3 C3 D2 E1 F4 G2 H4 I 1 J8 K5 L1 1 3 3 2 1 F4 2 4 I 1 J8 5 L1 3 1 1 3 10 1 1 T1 1 4 4 X8 FEED the Farmyard Favourites at Hatton Adventure World and visit Lower Drayton Farm to get up close to large farm animals in the viewing barn A1 B3 C3 D2 E1 F4 G2 H4 I 1 J8 K5 L1 M3 N1 O1 P3 Q10 R1 S1 T1 U1 V W X Hear the story of the Midlands’ automotive industry from the costumed guides at the British MOTOR Museum 1 3 3 2 1 4 2 4 I 1 J8 5 1 2 1 2 4 I 8 5 3 1 3 10 1 1 4 4 4 10 Tee-off with a round of GOLF at Wolverhampton Adventure Golf 1 3 3 2 1 4 2 4 1 8 5 1 3 1 1 3 10 1 1 1 1 Make a list of NEW year resolutions, ideas, and challenges – stick it on the fridge and see if you can achieve them all in 2024 or Potsy Pamsy
Raring2go! WHAT’S ON? 17 V4 W4 X8 Y4 Z10 1 4 4 8 4 10 1 S1 T1 U1 V4 W4 X8 Y4 Z10 1 M3 N1 O1 P3 Q10 R1 S1 T1 U1 V4 W4 X8 Y4 Z10 1 Spend some QUIET time together on the sofa and watch a movie J8 K5 L1 M3 N1 O1 P3 Q10 R1 S1 T1 U1 V4 W4 X8 Y4 Z10 1 Go WILD on a safari drive at West Midland Safari Park P3 Q10 R1 S1 T1 U1 V4 W4 X8 Y4 Z10 1 M3 N1 O1 P3 Q10 R1 S1 T1 U1 V4 W4 X8 Y4 Z10 1 Take advantage of the option to stay warm and dry indoors while letting off some steam at a soft PLAY centre like Jungle Boogie in Codsall and Kids Funworld in Wombourne J8 K5 L1 M3 N1 O1 P3 Q10 R1 S1 T1 U1 V4 W4 X8 Y4 Z10 1 Save some money on days out and activities by making use of VOUCHERS and offers. Check out those on the Raring2go! website V4 W4 X8 Y4 Z10 1 P3 Q10 R1 S1 T1 U1 V4 W4 X8 Y4 Z10 1 Explore a magical world of dragons, fairies, wizards, time travel, pirates and possibly a UNICORN at Magic Alley, Stratford Y4 Z10 1 10 10 Get lost in a fantasy world or adventure with a new book to READ together X marks the spot – plan a treasure hunt around your home and/ or garden and challenge the children to find a hidden treasure at the end 4 10 1 P3 Q10 R1 S1 T1 U1 V4 W4 X8 Y4 Z10 1 SPLASH your way around the pool and slides at The Wave, Coventry M3 N1 O1 P3 Q10 R1 S1 T1 U1 V4 W4 X8 Y4 Z10 1 Create your own YUMMY delights by having a bake-off in your own kitchen. There’s lots of ideas at www.raring2go.co.uk/recipes Y4 Z10 1 V4 W4 X8 Y4 Z10 1 Visit one of our local THEATRES. There are lots of family shows planned at places like Wolverhampton Grand, Birmingham Rep and Theatre Severn 3 1 1 3 10 1 1 1 1 4 4 8 4 10 1 ZOOM into outer space in the 4K Planetarium and discover a world of science at Thinktank, Birmingham 4 4 8 4 10 1
18 raring2go.co.uk Raring2go! CHILDREN ALWAYS FIRST What Sets Us Apart: Children Always First stands out for its family-centric and therapeutic approach, placing the well-being of children as our number one priority. Rooted in family values, we provide an extensive youth support service and individualised care that ensures each child feels seen, heard and loved. The Support You Deserve: Becoming a foster carer is a transformative journey and we walk alongside you at every turn. Our dedicated team offers extensive support, from quality training, personalised guidance and a 24hour support telephone line. By nurturing a strong support system, we empower our carers to provide the best possible care for their children and young people. Enriching Experiences: Foster care for us, is about creating positive memories that last a lifetime. Our dedicated youth team provide exciting outings, educational activities, and a range of youth support services to ensure every child in our care has the opportunity to thrive, grow, and discover their full potential Join Our Compassionate Community: Children Always First is an invitation to be part of a community that believes in the transformative power of nurture and support. If you have a spare bedroom, a willingness to learn, and the dedication to make a difference then we welcome you to come and learn more. Ready for Change? Embark on a fulfilling journey with Children Always First. Becoming a foster carer will make an incredible difference to young people, and we’re here to guide you every step of the way. Together, let’s create a brighter future for children in need. www.childrenalwaysfirst.co.uk Embark on a fulfilling journey with Children Always First Every year in the UK, over 30,000 children come into care and need a foster home. At Children Always First, we are committed to creating a brighter future for children who need it most and are looking for more foster families to join us in our shared mission.
Year 5 Discovery Day Saturday 27th April 2024 Get a taste of life in our Senior School ahead of applying • Explore our fantastic facilities • Sample senior lessons Register via wgs.org.uk/discovery-day-registration Students must be currently in Year 5 and looking at entry to Year 7 in September 2025. Wolverhampton Grammar School Compton Road, Wolverhampton, WV3 9RB Registered charity (England and Wales no. 1125268) 01902 422939 admissions@wgs-sch.net An Independent Day School for Boys and Girls ages 4 – 18 years
20 raring2go.co.uk Raring2go! RARING2READ 3 Raring2go! BOOK REVIEWS Book Reviews Bookseller, Deborah from Kenilworth Books gives us a round up of some of the best books new out for children of all ages! Knight Sir Louis and the Sinister Snowball by The Brothers McLeod “Absolutely hilarious nonsense!” Louie Stowell In the fourth hilarious story about the brilliant, calm, ingenious 12-year-old Knight Sir Louis, Splint the Sinister Snowball has his icy eyes set on world domination with the help of his frosty siblings, Flint, Hint, Mint, Clint and Sharon. But champion dragon-slayer Louis isn’t about to let Castle Sideways become smothered in snow! Louis rides off to the legendary Brrrrrland with his friends, Reader Catalogue and Clunkalot, but waiting for them are goofy goblins, a talking carrot and the biggest meanest snowball in the whole wide world… Bursting with illustrations. The Superpets (and Me!) by Professor Noel Fitzpatrick Amazing True Stories of Incredible Animals from the Nation’s Favourite Supervet Discover the incredible stories of the brave animals he has worked with, from Peanut, the world’s first cat with two front bionic limbs, to Betsy, the six-month-old cockapoo, who was given a new lease of life when her crushed paw was replaced with a skateboard wheel! The perfect gift for young animal-lovers, packed with true tales that celebrate kindness, perseverance and the unbreakable bond between humans and animals. Kenilworth Books, Talisman Square, Kenilworth CV8 1JB Mermedusa by Thomas Taylor Perhaps here, finally, they - and the Malamander too - will discover the Deepest Secret of Eerie-on-Sea. Herbie and Violet’s fifth gripping adventure brings the internationally bestselling Eerie-on-Sea series to a heartstopping climax. It is midwinter once again, and the hosts of a paranormal podcast have descended on Eerie-on-Sea eager for a sighting of the legendary Malamander. Herbert Lemon, Lost-and-Founder at the Grand Nautilus Hotel, is feeling uneasy - and not just because of the visitors. Fletcher and the Seasons by Julia Rawlinson and Tiphanie Beeke Fletcher’s first ever board book is out now - Fletcher and the Seasons, published by Graffeg and gloriously illustrated by Tiphanie Beeke. ‘Fletcher journeys through the year exploring how the seasons change in this delightful board book featuring the characters from the popular Fletcher’s Four Seasons picture books.’ The Eyebrows of Doom by Steve Smallman “WE ARE THE EYEBROWS OF DOOM!” The Eyebrows of Doom are trying to take over the world! Join Dave and his friends as they try to stop them leaping from one unsuspecting animal to the next. And just when it looks as though the eyebrows’ antics have been thwarted. This hilarious rhyming romp will have readers young and old laughing out loud and is perfect for fans of Steve Smallman’s Poo in the Zoo series, Nibbles The Book Monster, You Can’t Take an Elephant on the Bus and Oi Frog!
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22 raring2go.co.uk Raring2go! FEATURE The government’s recently announced update to its childcare support system aims to allow more parents greater access to deatiled and personalised information about what they and their children are entitled to. An Eligibility checker childcarechoices.gov.uk now provides details on the support available to families, based on factors such as the child's age and family income. The government's largest-ever investment in childcare aims to save working parents up to £6,500 per year for those using 30 hours of childcare. Additionally, £100 million has been earmarked to areas around the UK to increase childcare settings' physical space and create thousands of new childcare places across the country. The Education Secretary strongly emphasised the government's commitment to providing accessible and flexible childcare, addressing the many challenges faced by working parents. The initiative includes offering quality childcare outside of school hours and increasing early years places where needed. Parents and care providers are encouraged to visit the Childcare Choices website to determine their eligibility for the various support options. As part of the childcare plan, £289 million has been allocated to local authorities from the wraparound childcare fund, ensuring primary school children can access childcare between 8 am and 6 pm. The goal is to achieve universal access to wraparound childcare for primary age school children in all areas by 2026. This announcement aligns with the Department for Work and Pensions' recent increase in monthly childcare support for parents on Universal Credit, reaching up to £951 for one child or £1,630 for two or more children. To further support boost childcare options, the childminder start-up grant scheme will open for applications by November 30, 2023. This grant, ranging from £600 to £1,200, has at its core the aim of encouraging more individuals to register as childminders and offer wider, more flexible childcare solutions. Simultaneously, the Department for Education has responded to the early years foundation stage (EYFS) consultation by implementing a range of changes to reduce regulatory burdens and to enhance the early years workforce. These adjustments, such as allowing managers to decide if students and apprentices can count in ratios, demonstrate the ongoing commitment to delivering high-quality, affordable childcare that aligns with parents' working lives. The comprehensive approach to childcare will be discussed at the early years British Irish council, emphasizing the collaborative efforts across member administrations. This synopsis has been prepared as a quick reference guide and is not definitive. For further information plus details on what you and your children are entitled to please visit: www.childcarechoices.gov.uk Revolutionising Childcare in the UK: A guide to recent changes and investment
23 Raring2go! PRE-SCHOOL Morning sessions Afternoon sessions Breakfast club sessions Funded and non-funded places for 2-5 year olds 30 hours available For more information or to arrange a visit contact Lisa on call: 07703 616822 email: pippinsdaycare@gmail.com facebook.com/pippinsdaycare Trinity Methodist Church, Histons Hill, Codsall REGISTER NOW FOR SEPTEMBER 2024 TGKindergarten@outlook.com BTettenhallGreenKindergarten United Reformed Church, Mount Road Tettenhall Wood WV6 8HT Ofsted rating ‘GOOD’ Tettenhall Green Kindergarten Breakfast & After School Club Offering a warm welcoming environment from 9am - 12.30pm Catering for 2 - 5 year olds during term time Breakfast Club from 7.30am with healthy breakfast Wraparound to Christchurch Nursery School available After School Club pick ups from Christchurch Infants & Juniors Schools - Craft activities and hot meal included. Tax Free Childcare and Childcare Vouchers accepted. Call Lisa on 07707 570044 Hot water bottle safety Preventing burns and scalds Experts have warned families about the dangers of giving hot water bottles to children after a rise in the number treated for serious burns. Data from the International Burn Injury Database (iBID), covering England and Wales, shows there were 99 burn injuries from hot water bottles treated in major burns departments in the first six months of 2023, up from 68 in the same period in 2022. The Child Accident Prevention Trust say: “Rubber deteriorates over time so old hot water bottles can break and cause serious burns. “It is advised to regularly check for signs of wear and tear and not use hot water bottles that are more than two years old. “This flower symbol, found on hot water bottles, indicates exactly when it was made. “The number in the middle is the year it was made, the flower segments represent the 12 months of the year and the dots inside those represent the number of weeks. So this hot water bottle was made in April 2021.” For more information on hot water bottle safety and how to treat a burn visit www.capt.org.uk To be in the next issue call Jo 07762 204195
Raring2go! PLACES TO GO 24 raring2go.co.uk Transport yourself around the Midlands this Autumn My children, like a huge number of others, went through a period when they were obsessed with vehicles and ‘things that go’! If you find yourself in the middle of this phase at the moment with your little one (or perhaps just fancy a day out somewhere different) here are some ideas for you: Birmingham Airport Viewing Area If you want an opportunity for the kids to see aircraft up close, Birmingham Airport’s free viewing area could be just the thing you are looking for. The area is located at Car Park 5, open 24 hours, and provides picnic benches and a great view of the runway. Remember that if you are arriving by car and parking here, normal car park rates apply. Alternatively, you can visit the designated viewing area at Sheldon Country Park. It lies just under a mile away from the farm buildings and can only be accessed on foot (no motor vehicles). RAF Cosford The Royal Air Force Museum Midlands offers a fun, free, award-winning day out for all the family. Visit the National Cold War Exhibition with its eye-catching architecture and design. Discover Cold War stories in immersive Hotspots; explore thrilling displays of aircraft, iconic cars, models, tanks and even life-sized Russian dolls. Come and marvel at the world’s oldest Spitfire and several other classic aircraft in the War in the Air Hangar. www.rafmuseum.org.uk/ midlands/ Coventry Transport Museum Coventry Transport Museum houses the largest publicly owned collection of British vehicles on the planet and tells the story of a city which changed the world through transport. Visitors can expect captivating displays, interactive galleries, and highly immersive exhibitions - a day to remember. www.transport-museum. com
Raring2go! PLACES TO GO 25 British Motor Museum This family-friendly Museum offers a colourful insight into the British motor industry – from the popular ‘Time Road’ to the ‘Under the Skin’ interactive zone, adults and children alike will find displays and exhibits to surprise and enlighten. From its earliest days the British motor industry has been a vital part of the economy and the lives of people living in the Midlands and it is still a hub for automotive creativity today. The Museum tells the story of the birth, decline and rebirth of the motor industry and the cars it produced, as well as celebrating the skills and creativity of the people who designed and built them. www.britishmotormuseum. co.uk Thinktank, Birmingham Science Museum Birmingham has always been a city in motion, but what made it such a major hub of transport during the industrial revolution? Find out first hand by seeing some of the remarkable machines that made it all happen. Learn about the complex web of canals, roads and railway networks that connected Birmingham to the rest of Britain and hear from the people who made, used and, ran them. See the iconic Spitfire and Hurricane hanging above your head. Over 11,000 Spitfires were built in Birmingham during World War Two. Stand behind the controls of the massive City of Birmingham Steam locomotive and find out how it works. See the amazing Railton Land Speed Car and, watch a film of it travelling at 394 miles per hour on its final record-breaking run. www.birminghammuseums.org.uk Thomas Land at Drayton Manor Resort With over 25 rides and attractions, there’s so much for Thomas fans to explore on The Island of Sodor at Drayton Manor. Whether you fancy a trip down Sodor Railway with Thomas, Rosie or Percy or you’d like to fly high with James, Harold and Jeremy, there are plenty of Thomas and friends themed attractions to explore. www.draytonmanor.co.uk Tettenhall Transport Heritage Centre Run by the community for the community. You can see model railway exhibitions, complete aircraft cockpits, a Dutch Burgers bicycle plus lots of old photos and memorabilia relating to transport used and made in Wolverhampton. www.facebook.com
26 raring2go.co.uk Raring2go! VOXBLOCK 1 1. Voxblock boosts literacy skillsListening to stories helps develop a child's vocabulary, comprehension, and language skills. 2. Voxblock is ready-to-play straight from the boxFree from Wifi and with no set-up - just press play! 3. Voxblock has hundreds of audiobooks Introduce children to a world of stories through a huge audiobook library. 4. Voxblock develops independence The player is easy-to-use and with no need for grown-ups, children can take control. 5. Voxblock is a gift that keeps giving Children enjoy Voxblock for years, not hours. Begin with a Voxblock Starter pack, it includes a Voxblock player and three audiobooks for £59.99. Buy at voxblock.co.uk reasons Voxblock makes the perfect audio player for kids. Meet Voxblock: the easy-to-use screen-free audiobook player for children 3-12. Designed by parents, it empowers children to listen to audio stories independently. starter pack 99 £5 p £59. b aud the 00% connectivity free ong battery life build your child’s literacy as it's unwrapped ready-to-play as soon diobook player e screen-free voxblock.co.uk 1 lo a r
27 Raring2go! QUIZ THE ANIMAL RIDDLES - WHO AM I? ANSWERS: 1. An Elephant • 2. A Cat • 3. A Snake 4. A Dog • 5. Sea Turtle • 6. Fish • 7. Parrot Answers at the bottom of the page. No cheating. 2 I AM A PET I LIKE MICE I HAVE NINE LIVES I PURR AND MEOW 1 I HAVE FOUR LEGS I LIVE IN AFRICA AND INDIA I AM BIG AND GREY I CLEAN IN THE RIVER 3 I HISS I CAN BE POISONOUS I AM LONG I HAVE A FORKED TONGUE 4 I HAVE FOUR LEGS I CAN LIVE IN A KENNEL I HAVE A GOOD SENSE OF SMELL I BARK 5 I CAN LIVE TO A VERY OLD AGE I AM VERY SLOW I LIVE IN THE SEA I HAVE A SHELL 6 I LIVE IN A TANK I EAT PROTEIN FLAKES I HAVE SCALES I SWIM 7 I STAND ON A PERCH I HAVE A BILL I HAVE FEATHERS I CAN FLY
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30 raring2go.co.uk Raring2go! WIN Competitions! To enter all the competitions on this page plus loads more and for terms and conditions CLICK HERE www.raring2go.co.uk Congratulations to our Autumn competition winners! Lower Drayton Farm tickets - Michael Bradley, Victoria Davis, Victoria Whitehouse, Victoria Stevens, Louise Yates & Jackie Ryan Treasure Island, Telford Theatre - Jenny Oliveira Snow White, Wolverhampton Grand Theatre - Maria Black My Christmas Orchestral Adventure - Gemma Blaney Festive Gift Fair - Zoe Lester, Gemma Blaney & Michael Bradley WIN tickets to Lambs & Ewe @ Lower Drayton Farm! We’ve teamed up with Staffordshire farm attraction PLAY@ Lower Drayton Farm to give away a family ticket (2 adults, 2 children) to the Lambs & Ewe event which runs from February half term until Easter. To win a family ticket for 2 adults & 2 children to Lower Drayton Farm CLICK HERE Closing date: Wed 31 January 2024 WIN a family ticket to Thinktank Birmingham! Thinktank is Birmingham’s award winning science museum for fun packed family days out. With over 200 hands-on displays on science and technology. It is also home to Mini Brum - an exciting child-sized world, aimed at under 8s. To win a family ticket to Thinktank Birmingham CLICK HERE Closing date: Fri 9 February 2024 WIN a family ticket to Dudley Zoo & Castle! Dudley Zoo & Castle is not only home to over 1,500 animals from over 200 species (including a large collection of endangered species), but also an 11thcentury castle, the world’s largest single collection of Tecton buildings, and an important geological site. To win a family ticket for Dudley Zoo & Castle CLICK HERE Closing date: Mon 5 February 2024 CLICK HERE
31 Raring2go! WIN WIN tickets to Black Country Living Museum! We have a family ticket for 5 up for grabs for ‘Halloween Nights’ at Black Country Living Museum. Running between Sat 28 -Tue 31 October (6.3010pm). Prepare to be spooked as Black Country Living Museum opens its doors to little devils and ghouls! To win a family ticket for 5 to the Black Country Museum visit www.raring2go.co.uk Closing date: Fri 20 October 2023 WIN tickets to the Festive Gift Fair at the NEC! The biggest and the most lively indoor Christmas shopping fair in the heart of the country is back...fabulous bargains, great musical entertainment and so much choice! Get your preparations off to a flying start. To win a pair of tickets to the Festive Gift Fair this November visit www.raring2go.co.uk Closing date: Sun 5 November 2023 WIN a family ticket to Peter Pan the Musical at The Old Rep in Birmingham! Join Peter Pan and his band of mischievous Lost Boys on a journey that will whisk you away and remind you of what it is to be a child again. Peter Pan The Musical runs from 5 - 31 December. To win a family ticket for 2 adults & 2 children to Peter Pan the Musical visit www.raring2go.co.uk Closing date: Fri 8 December 2023 WIN a family ticket to Snow White at Wolverhampton Grand Theatre! Take a bite of panto delight with spectacular scenery and costumes, magical special effects, wicked humour and plenty of audience participation! SNOW WHITE promises to be a festive spectacular for all ages this Christmas. To win a family ticket for 2 adults & 2 children on Sunday 3 December at 5pm to Snow White visit www.raring2go.co.uk Closing date: Sun 12 November 2023
Unlock your child’s potential with Stagecoach Performing Arts Singing, dancing and acting classes for 4 - 16 year olds, where students learn to embrace life with creativity and courage. Stagecoach Performing Arts Schools are operated under franchise and are independently owned by their Principals. Stagecoach is a registered trademark of Stagecoach Theatre Arts Ltd. w @ www.stagecoach.co.uk/wolverhampton wolverhampton@stagecoach.co.uk 07920 407046 Creative Courage For Life! SCHOOL NEW BRAND Stagecoach Wolverhampton REGISTERED Pay Using Childcare Vouchers OPENING JANUARY Find out more today: TETTENHALL COLLEGE WV6 8QX THURSDAY EVENINGS Ages 4 - 6 yrs: Ages 6 - 16 yrs: 4.30pm - 6pm 4.45pm - 7.45pm
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