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Fun in Brum

Easter

23rd March - 14th April 2013

Produced by the Family Information Service

Welcome to the latest edition of Fun In Brum for Easter 2013 produced by the Family Information Service (FIS). We hope you find the information useful. There are loads of exciting things to do for all the family and some of them are totally free. We have added contact details of Birmingham Libraries which often run activities during school holidays.

The activities are listed in date order.

Fun for All

This edition contains a wide range of activities including some for disabled children and young people up to the age of 19 in some cases. When we have been told that an activity or event is inclusive we have added the following text - If your child or young person has a disability, please call the organisation for further information. Whilst we have been assured these activities are inclusive we would always recommend that you call ahead to discuss your child’s needs to ensure they are able to meet them.

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

Fun in Brum - Easter 2013

Safeguarding Statement

This list of events has been compiled by the Family Information Service for information only. It is up to the parent/carer to decide what is most appropriate for their child. Please note that the events listed in this booklet are organised by third parties and neither the Family Information Service or Birmingham City Council take responsibility if any of these events are cancelled or changed.

Please note the information has been gathered to support parents/carers in accessing activities for children and that Birmingham City Council does not in any way recommend or endorse any of the organisations other than services directly delivered by the council.

It is the responsibility of parents/carers to carry out their own checks and to feel completely satisfied with the safety of their child and the quality of the service offered.

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Making a Masterpiece

Create a collage that represents where we live, shows what we do here and what we like the most about it. Join Lorna Rose, visual artist, on the mobile arts unit to make your mark.

23/03/2013

10:00 - 16:00

Most activities are suitable for all ages but please check age guidance on the website artsforumsellyoak.

Cost Details:

Free

Address:

Yardley Wood Library, Highfield Road, Birmingham, B14 4DU

Email:

artsforumsellyoak@

artsforumsellyoak.

Website:

Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

Please see website artsforumsellyoak. or email artsforumsellyoak@ for more details.

Other Information:

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Drawing The City

Draw the city with artist Sarah Taylor Silverwood, who will help you create big drawings of buildings, people and signs to add to the giant city.

23/03/2013

10:00 - 12:00

Most activities are suitable for all ages, but please check age guidance on the website artsforumsellyoak.

Cost Details:

Free

Address:

Druids Heath Library, 1 Idmiston Croft, Birmingham, B14 5NJ

Email:

artsforumsellyoak@

artsforumsellyoak.

Website:

Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

Please see website artsforumsellyoak. or email artsforumsellyoak@ for more details.

Other Information:

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Creche Care

Ever wish you could find a safe and secure place to drop off your under 8's while you have some me time? Maybe it's shopping, pampering or job interviews. What ever your needs....help is at hand. The creche is based at the Quinton Nursery which is conveniently located on the Hagley Road West for easy access into Birmingham or Merry Hill Shopping Centre.

23/03/2013 - 12/04/2013

07:30 - 18:00

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

Children/Young People with Disabilities:

Cost Details:

£4.50 per hour

Address:

815 Hagley Road West, Birmingham, B32 1AD

0121 422 3063

Telephone:

Ofsted registered.

The creche is opened throughout the year Monday to Friday.

Other Information:

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The Faces of Billesley

Contribute to a collaborative sculpture made up of faces from the local area. Artist Andrew Timms will be on hand to help you to photograph, print, iron and stitch their face into a large-scale 3D textile artwork that will become known as The Faces of Billesley.

23/03/2013

10:00 - 13:00

Most activities are suitable for all ages but please check age guidance on the website artsforumsellyoak.

Cost Details:

Free

Address:

Billesley Primary School, Trittiford Road, Birmingham, B13 0ES

Email:

artsforumsellyoak@

artsforumsellyoak.

Website:

Drop-in activity. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

Please see website artsforumsellyoak. or email artsforumsellyoak@ for more details.

Other Information:

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Selly Oak Traces of the Past (Still Walking)

Join local historian Ben Waddington on a 90 minute walk through Selly Oak looking for evidence of how we used to live and how we live now. Expect to encounter our industrial heritage, Victorian ornamentation, Edwardian lettering, lost rivers and a mermaid. Please wear suitable footwear.

24/03/2013

Please contact for times

Most activities are suitable for all ages but please check age guidance on the website artsforumsellyoak.

Cost Details:

Free

Address:

Arts Forum Selly Oak

Email:

artsforumsellyoak@

artsforumsellyoak.

Website:

Starts at 2.00pm at University South Gates, Bristol Road, Selly Oak, Birmingham, B29. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

Please pre-book by emailing artsforumsellyoak@ as limited spaces available on the day.

Other Information:

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Silks in the Park - CircusMASH

Have a go at flying in the trees. Join us for your chance to feel the thrill of the circus. Aerial Silk is a long piece of suspended material in which performers climb, pose and tumble to an audience below.

24/03/2013

10:30 - 16:30

Suitable for adults and children (4+)

Cost Details:

Free - thanks to Art Soak

Address:

Cotteridge Park, Franklin Road, Birmingham, B30 2HG

Email:

artsforumsellyoak@

artsforumsellyoak.

Website:

Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. This is a drop-in event at Cotteridge Park. No experience necessary.

Please see website artsforumsellyoak. or email artsforumsellyoak@ for more details.

Other Information:

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Recycled Jewellery Workshop

Join Jolene Smith and create designer jewellery from recycled materials that Jolene has collected over the years. Jolene has been designing and making contemporary jewellery since 1984.

24/03/2013

14:00 - 15:15

Most activities are suitable for all ages but please check age guidance on the website artsforumsellyoak.

Cost Details:

Free

Address:

Billesley Indoor Tennis Centre, Wheelers Lane, Birmingham, B13 0ST

Email:

artsforumsellyoak@

artsforumsellyoak.

Website:

Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. This is a drop-in event running at 2.00pm - 3.15pm and 3.15pm - 4.30pm. Restricted to a maximum of 15 participants at any one time.

Please see website artsforumsellyoak. or email artsforumsellyoak@ for more details.

Other Information:

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Blood Brothers - Play Version

This play is a non-musical version - it tells the story of twin brothers and what happens when their mother decides to have one of them adopted. Their contrasting upbringing and the hand fate deals them is fast-moving, perceptive and ultimately tragic.

28/03/2013 - 30/03/2013

Please contact for times

Teenagers+

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

Children/Young People with Disabilities:

Cost Details:

£10 per ticket

Address:

Crescent Theatre, Sheepcote Street, Birmingham, B16 8AE

0121 643 5858

Telephone:

Email:

admin@crescent-theatre.co.uk

crescent-theatre.co.uk

Website:

Starting at 7.15pm on Thursday, Friday and Saturday and also at 2.15pm on Saturday. See website crescent-theatre.co.uk for more details.

Other Information:

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Easter Eggstravaganza

Cadbury and the National Trust are teaming up to help families celebrate Easter weekend. Find all the Easter bunnies and eggs at the Birmingham Back to Backs to win a yummy chocolate egg.

To join with the Easter fun, visit or .uk.

29/03/2013 - 01/04/2013

Please contact for times

Family Event

Cost Details:

Please telephone to book tickets or to receive 5% discount book online.

Address:

Cadbury World, Linden Road, Birmingham, B30 1JR

0844 880 7667

Telephone:

cadburyworld.co.uk

Website:

Booking essential.

Other Information:

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Easter Eggstravaganza

Cadbury and the National Trust are teaming up to help families celebrate Easter weekend. Search for the Easter bunny or follow the egg trail at the Clent Hills and collect a chocolate treat. Little Chicks trail available for under 5s.

To join with the Easter fun, visit or .uk.

29/03/2013 - 30/03/2013

Please contact for times

Family Event

Cost Details:

Please telephone to book your tickets or to receive 5% discount book online.

Address:

Cadbury World, Linden Road, Birmingham, B30 1JR

0844 880 7667

Telephone:

cadburyworld.co.uk

Website:

Booking essential.

Other Information:

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Children's Plant Record Breakers Trail

The theme is Fabulous Food Trail. This children's trail is brand new, educational and fun.

What is the world's largest seed? What is the yukkiest plant? How big is the world's tallest tree? Find out the answers to these questions and more.

29/03/2013 - 14/04/2013

Please contact for times

The trail will be suitable for all ages (younger children will need help reading the question sheet from an adult.)

Cost Details:

£1.50

Address:

Birmingham Botanical Gardens, Westbourne Road, Birmingham, B15 3TR

0121 454 1860

Telephone:

Email:

admin@.uk

.uk

Website:

Available during Gardens' opening hours. There will be a brand new fun and educational children's trail that will change each month. Further trails will be available to buy each month, each costing £1.50.

Other Information:

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Garden's Explorer Family Backpacks

Get your family activity backpack bursting with creative activities and resources to help families to explore the Gardens. There will be three exciting and educational themes to choose from - Brilliant Birds, Tremendous Trees and Bugs and Beasties.

Each activity backpack can take up to 90 minutes to complete and aims to help families to get more of their visit.

29/03/2013 - 14/04/2013

Please contact for times

Activities are suitable for all ages (younger ones will need adult help.)

Cost Details:

£2 to hire (plus £8 refundable deposit)

Address:

Birmingham Botanical Gardens, Westbourne Road, Birmingham, B15 3TR

0121 454 1860

Telephone:

Email:

admin@.uk

.uk

Website:

Family backpacks are available to hire from the Garden's Main Reception desk every day during opening hours. On arrival just ask which themes are currently available and choose the one you want (limited availability.)

Other Information:

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Easter Basket Weaving

Park Rangers event. Come and learn how to weave your own Easter basket from willow.

29/03/2013

10:00 - 12:00

Family Event

Cost Details:

Free

Address:

Holly Road, Birmingham, B20 2BY

0121 464 8728

Telephone:

.uk/parks

Website:

Event taking place at Handsworth Park. Booking is essential in advance. Meet at the Sons of Rest Building, Holly Road, Handsworth, Birmingham.

Other Information:

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Easter Egg Hunt

Park Rangers event. Follow the Easter trail and join the Rangers and friends of Queslett Nature Reserve for an Easter egg hunt.

30/03/2013

11:00 - 12:30

Family Event

Cost Details:

Free

Address:

Queslett Nature Reserve, Ashworth Road, Birmingham, B42 2RB

0121 464 8728

Telephone:

.uk/parks

Website:

Meet at Ashworth Road, Queslett, Birmingham.

Other Information:

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Easter Eggstravaganza

Cadbury and the National Trust are teaming up to help families celebrate Easter weekend. Join the Easter trail at Kinver Edge and the Rock Houses. Find the Easter Bunny and collect a chocolate treat. Little Chicks trail available for under 5s.

To join in with the Easter fun, visit or .uk.

31/03/2013 - 01/04/2013

Please contact for times

Family Event.

Cost Details:

Please telephone to book your tickets or to receive 5% discount book online.

Address:

Cadbury World, Linden Road, Birmingham, B30 1JR

0844 880 7667

Telephone:

cadburyworld.co.uk

Website:

Booking essential.

Other Information:

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Easter Funday at Birmingham Botanical Gardens

An action packed day full of Easter fun, including a petting farm with rabbits, guinea pigs, chicks and ducklings. Have your photograph taken with the animals for a small fee. Plus lots of Easter fun including children's trail, egg hunt, crafts and face painting.

31/03/2013

11:00 - 15:00

Family Event

Cost Details:

Small fee. All under 16s are admitted free.

Address:

Birmingham Botanical Gardens, Westbourne Road, Birmingham, B15 3TR

0121 454 1860

Telephone:

Email:

admin@.uk

.uk

Website:

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Lickey Hills Walk

Park Rangers event. A guided walk to the Lickey Hills, all but a few sections off road. This walk is hilly in parts and not for the faint hearted.

31/03/2013

10:00 - 16:00

Family Event

Cost Details:

Free

Address:

Visitor Centre, Clapgate Lane, Birmingham, B32 3DS

0121 421 7575

Telephone:

Email:

Woodgate.valley.country.park@.uk

.uk/parks

Website:

Limited availability therefore booking is essential. Please bring a packed lunch. Transport back to the start of walk will be provided. Meet at the Visitor's Centre, Woodgate Valley Country Park.

Other Information:

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Easter Egg Trail

Park Rangers event. Take part in the self-led Easter activities around and from the Visitor Centre.

01/04/2013 - 14/04/2013

09:30 - 16:00

Family Event

Cost Details:

Free

Address:

Sutton Park Visitors Centre, Park Road, Birmingham, B74 2YT

0121 464 8728

Telephone:

.uk/parks

Website:

Start from the Visitor Centre.

Other Information:

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Family Fun Day

Celebrate World Autism day at the Thinktank in Birmingham. Come and see circus skills, the animal man's mini zoo, arts and creative crafts, giant games, music workshop and singalong, dance taster sessions, indoor picnic (bring your own food). You can also witness the launch of Birmingham City Council's Adult Autism Strategy.

02/04/2013

10:00 - 16:00

Family Event.

For children and adults with autism and their families.

Children/Young People with Disabilities:

Address:

Curzon Street, Birmingham, B4 7XG

0121 202 2222

Telephone:

Email:

findout@thinktank.ac

thinktank.ac

Website:

To guarantee your place you'll need to book in advance - call Lucy on 0121 450 7582 or email hello@.uk. There will be some spaces left on the day for those who want to turn up.

Other Information:

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Let's Go Fly a Kite

Park Rangers event. Make your own kite and see how high you can fly it. Guaranteed to fly.

02/04/2013

11:00 - 13:00

Family Event

Cost Details:

Small charge for materials.

Address:

Visitor Centre, Warren Lane, Birmingham, B45 8ER

0121 447 7106

Telephone:

Email:

lickyhill@.uk

.uk/lickeyhills

Website:

Booking is essential. Meet at the Visitor Centre.

Other Information:

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Animalmania

The very popular mobile zoo, Animalmania, are back to visit the museum and they will be bringing lots of baby animals just for the Easter holidays.

Event will be in the Learning Zone.

02/04/2013

11:00 - 16:00

Family event

Cost Details:

£1.50 per person (adults and children).

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

Address:

Museum And Art Gallery, Chamberlain Square, Birmingham, B3 3DH

0121 303 1966

Telephone:

Email:

bmag_enquiries@.uk

.uk

Website:

Please note this programme is subject to change. If animals are present every animal may not be available for the whole day and a lunch break will be taken. Please note that organised groups may not be accommodated at busy times.

All activities are drop-in - no need to book. Children must be accompanied at all times.

Other Information:

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Meet the Anglo-Saxon

Meet our friendly Anglo-Saxon and find out more about life during the time of the mysterious Staffordshire Hoard.

Event will be in The Staffordshire Hoard Gallery.

03/04/2013

11:00 - 16:00

Family Event

Cost Details:

Free

Address:

Museum And Art Gallery, Chamberlain Square, Birmingham, B3 3DH

0121 303 1966

Telephone:

Email:

bmag_enquiries@.uk

.uk

Website:

Please note this programme is subject to change.

All activities are drop-in - no need to book. Children must be accompanied at all times.

Other Information:

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Grow Your Own Kipsie Basket

Park Rangers event. Make your own traditional kipsie basket and try some container growing by planting your own salad herbs.

03/04/2013

14:00 - 16:00

Family Event

Cost Details:

Free

Address:

Kings Heath Park House, Vicarage Road, Birmingham, B14 7TQ

0121 464 8728

Telephone:

.uk/parks

Website:

Please telephone for further information. Meet at Kings Heath Park House.

Other Information:

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Easter Craft

Create your very own Easter craft to take home, working with artist Paula Woof.

Event will be in the Activity Zone

03/04/2013

11:00 - 16:00

Family Event

Cost Details:

£1 per child.

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

Address:

Museum And Art Gallery, Chamberlain Square, Birmingham, B3 3DH

0121 303 1966

Telephone:

Email:

bmag_enquiries@.uk

.uk

Website:

Please note this programme is subject to change. If animals are present every animal may not be available for the whole day and a lunch break will be taken. Please note that organised groups may not be accommodated at busy times.

All activities are drop-in - no need to book. Children must be accompanied at all times.

Other Information:

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Take 2 Rivers

Park Rangers event. Discover the hidden life in Birmingham's sister rivers with Ranger-led river dipping along the River Rea and the Cole. Fresh water survey.

04/04/2013

10:30 - 12:30

Family Event

Cost Details:

Free

Address:

Hazelwell Park, Newlands Road, Birmingham, B30 2RX

0121 464 8728

Telephone:

.uk/parks

Website:

Please telephone for further information. Wellies are recommended. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Meet by the Play Area Notice Board.

Other Information:

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Minibeast Roadshow

The creepy crawlies return to the museum. Join the experts to find out more about lots of creepy creatures - from snakes and lizards, to bugs and toads.

Event will be in The Learning Zone.

04/04/2013

11:00 - 16:00

Family Event

Cost Details:

£1.50 per person (adults and children).

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

Address:

Museum And Art Gallery, Chamberlain Square, Birmingham, B3 3DH

0121 303 1966

Telephone:

Email:

bmag_enquiries@.uk

.uk

Website:

Please note this programme is subject to change. If animals are present every animal may not be available for the whole day and a lunch break will be taken. Please note that organised groups may not be accommodated at busy times.

All activities are drop-in - no need to book. Children must be accompanied at all times.

Other Information:

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Mini-Beast Safari

Park Rangers event. Come and discover the smaller residents of the Lickey Hills and build a bug house to take home with you.

05/04/2013

11:00 - 13:00

Family Event

Cost Details:

Free

Address:

Visitor Centre, Warren Lane, Birmingham, B45 8ER

0121 447 7106

Telephone:

Email:

lickyhill@.uk

.uk/lickeyhills

Website:

Booking is essential - contact Lickey Rangers. Meet at the Visitor Centre.

Other Information:

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WALL.E

In the distant future, a small waste collecting robot inadvertently embarks on a space journey that will ultimately decide the fate of mankind. Showing at the Crescent Cinema.

07/04/2013

Please contact for times

Family Event

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

Children/Young People with Disabilities:

Cost Details:

Cinema Price: £5

Address:

Crescent Theatre, Sheepcote Street, Birmingham, B16 8AE

0121 643 5858

Telephone:

Email:

admin@crescent-theatre.co.uk

crescent-theatre.co.uk

Website:

Showing at 3.00pm. See website crescent-theatre.co.uk for more details.

Other Information:

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Down on the Farm

Park Rangers event. Come and have a look around the farm with the Ranger.

07/04/2013

14:00 - 15:00

All Ages Welcome

Cost Details:

Free

Address:

Old Rectory Farm, Ragley Drive, Birmingham, B26 3TU

0121 742 0226

Telephone:

Email:

sheldon.country.park@.uk

.uk/parks

Website:

Suitable for families and people of all ages. Please telephone for further information.

Other Information:

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Conservation Workday

Park Rangers event. Join the Woodgate Valley Conservation volunteers and help protect and enhance the country park. Meet new people, learn new skills and get fit at the same time.

07/04/2013

11:00 - 15:00

Family Event

Cost Details:

Free

Address:

Visitor Centre, Clapgate Lane, Birmingham, B32 3DS

0121 421 7575

Telephone:

Email:

Woodgate.valley.country.park@.uk

.uk/parks

Website:

Outdoor clothing is essential. Light refreshments will be provided. Meet at the Visitor Centre. Please telephone for further information.

Other Information:

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Nostalgia Walks

Park Rangers event. Part of a series of walks. Each walk aims to capture the seasonal and wildlife changes occurring through the park.

07/04/2013

10:30 - 14:00

Family Event

Cost Details:

Free

Address:

Cannon Hill Park, Russell Road, Birmingham, B13 8RD

0121 442 4226

Telephone:

Email:

Cannon.Hill.Park@.uk

.uk/parks

Website:

Please telephone for further information. Meet at the Garden Tea Rooms, Russell Road, Moseley, Birmingham, B13 8RD.

Other Information:

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Meet the Anglo-Saxon

Meet our friendly Anglo-Saxon and find out more about life during the time of the mysterious Staffordshire Hoard.

Event will be in The Staffordshire Hoard Gallery.

08/04/2013

11:00 - 16:00

Family Event

Cost Details:

Free

Address:

Museum And Art Gallery, Chamberlain Square, Birmingham, B3 3DH

0121 303 1966

Telephone:

Email:

bmag_enquiries@.uk

.uk

Website:

Please note this programme is subject to change.

All activities are drop-in - no need to book. Children must be accompanied at all times.

Other Information:

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Collage Workshop

Be inspired by our paintings and work with artist Susan Hull to collage your own springtime scene.

Event will be in The Activity Zone.

08/04/2013

11:00 - 16:00

Family Event

Address:

Museum And Art Gallery, Chamberlain Square, Birmingham, B3 3DH

0121 303 1966

Telephone:

Email:

bmag_enquiries@.uk

.uk

Website:

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Giant City Skyline Workshop

Take your inspiration from the surroundings of our exhibition Metropolis and help us create our own special city collage with artist Anne Brierley.

Event will be in The AV Room in the Gas Hall.

08/04/2013

11:00 - 16:00

Family Event

Cost Details:

£1.50 per child.

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

Address:

Museum And Art Gallery, Chamberlain Square, Birmingham, B3 3DH

0121 303 1966

Telephone:

Email:

bmag_enquiries@.uk

.uk

Website:

Please note this programme is subject to change.

All activities are drop-in - no need to book. Children must be accompanied at all times.

Other Information:

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Fox Hollies Easter Soccer Camp

The course will consist of skills and fun in the mornings. In the afternoons there will be refereed competitive matches. Each player will receive a medal.

08/04/2013 - 12/04/2013

10:00 - 15:00

Age Range:

6

13

years

-

Cost Details:

£45 / £27 Passport To Leisure (PTL) per week.

Address:

Shirley Road, Birmingham, B27 7NS

0121 464 4112

Telephone:

Email:

fox.hollies.lc@.uk

.uk/leisure

Website:

Please bring a packed lunch and cold drinks.

Other Information:

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Animalmania

The very popular mobile zoo, Animalmania, are back to visit the museum and they will be bringing lots of baby animals just for the Easter holidays.

Event will be in the Learning Zone.

09/04/2013

11:00 - 16:00

Family Event

Cost Details:

£1.50 per person (adults and children).

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

Address:

Museum And Art Gallery, Chamberlain Square, Birmingham, B3 3DH

0121 303 1966

Telephone:

Email:

bmag_enquiries@.uk

.uk

Website:

Please note this programme is subject to change. If animals are present every animal may not be available for the whole day and a lunch break will be taken. Please note that organised groups may not be accommodated at busy times.

All activities are drop-in - no need to book. Children must be accompanied at all times.

Other Information:

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Den Building

Park Rangers event. Join the Rangers in the woods and gather everything you need to make your own den.

09/04/2013

11:00 - 13:00

Family Event

Cost Details:

Free

Address:

Visitor Centre, Warren Lane, Birmingham, B45 8ER

0121 447 7106

Telephone:

Email:

lickyhill@.uk

.uk/lickeyhills

Website:

Booking is essential. Meet at the Visitor Centre.

Other Information:

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Walking With Dinosaurs - The Arena Spectacular

Based on the award-winning BBC television series. The show will see Tyrannosaurus Rex and his awe-inspiring life-size pals return to stalk UK shores once more, a whole 65 million years on.

10/04/2013 - 14/04/2013

Please contact for times

Family Event

Cost Details:

Cost varies: £45.00, £35.00 and £25.00 plus booking and transaction fees

Address:

National Indoor Arena, King Edwards Road, Birmingham, B1 2AA

0121 780 4141

Telephone:

Email:

info@necgroup.co.uk

thenia.co.uk

Website:

The show is running at various times - please see website thenia.co.uk for more details.

For tickets please contact the Ticket Hotline on 0844 338 8000 or buy tickets at

Other Information:

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Recycled Container Growing

Park Rangers event. What can you use to grow plants in? Find out about the pro's and con's of container growing from a trained member of staff. Bring your own container and have a go at growing plants.

10/04/2013

14:00 - 16:00

Family Event

Cost Details:

Free

Address:

Kings Heath Park House, Vicarage Road, Birmingham, B14 7TQ

0121 464 8728

Telephone:

.uk/parks

Website:

Please telephone for further information. Meet at Kings Heath Park House.

Other Information:

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Amazing Ancient Egyptians - Object Handling

Find out some amazing facts and have a go at handling real objects that are thousands of years old.

Event will be held in The Gallery 34 - Ancient Egypt

10/04/2013

11:00 - 16:00

Family Event.

Cost Details:

Free

Address:

Museum And Art Gallery, Chamberlain Square, Birmingham, B3 3DH

0121 303 1966

Telephone:

Email:

bmag_enquiries@.uk

.uk

Website:

Please note this programme is subject to change.

All activities are drop-in - no need to book. Children must be accompanied at all times.

Other Information:

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Badge Making

Come along and make your own badge to take home in this hands-on activity.

Event will be held in The Activity Zone.

10/04/2013

11:00 - 16:00

Family Event

Cost Details:

50p per badge.

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

Address:

Museum And Art Gallery, Chamberlain Square, Birmingham, B3 3DH

0121 303 1966

Telephone:

Email:

bmag_enquiries@.uk

.uk

Website:

Please note this programme is subject to change.

All activities are drop-in - no need to book. Children must be accompanied at all times.

Other Information:

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Take 2 Rivers

Park Rangers event. Discover the hidden life in Birmingham's sister rivers with Ranger-led river dipping along the River Rea and the Cole. Fresh water survey.

11/04/2013

10:30 - 12:30

Family Event

Cost Details:

Free

Address:

Sarehole Mill, Cole Bank Road, Birmingham, B13 0BD

0121 777 6612

Telephone:

Email:

irene.deboo@.uk

.uk/sarehole-mill

Website:

Please contact Hall Green/Selly Oak Rangers on 0121 464 8729. Wellies are recommended. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Meet at Sarehole Mill.

Other Information:

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Stories of Wonder

Featuring The Lion, The Witch, and the Wardrobe, adapted from the book by C.S. Lewis. Adventures, fears, terrors and excitement are all part of the experience as we voyage through life. Four children journey to another world of magic, enchantment and mystery.

11/04/2013 - 13/04/2013

Please contact for times

Teenagers+

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

Children/Young People with Disabilities:

Cost Details:

£9 per ticket, concessions £6

Address:

Crescent Theatre, Sheepcote Street, Birmingham, B16 8AE

0121 643 5858

Telephone:

Email:

admin@crescent-theatre.co.uk

crescent-theatre.co.uk

Website:

Starting at 7.30pm on Thursday, Friday and Saturday and also at 2.00pm on Saturday. See website crescent-theatre.co.uk for more details.

Other Information:

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Minibeast Roadshow

The creepy crawlies return to the museum. Join the experts to find out more about lots of creepy creatures - from snakes and lizards, to bugs and toads.

Event will be in The Learning Zone.

11/04/2013

11:00 - 16:00

Family Event

Cost Details:

£1.50 per person (adults and children).

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

Address:

Museum And Art Gallery, Chamberlain Square, Birmingham, B3 3DH

0121 303 1966

Telephone:

Email:

bmag_enquiries@.uk

.uk

Website:

Please note this programme is subject to change. If animals are present every animal may not be available for the whole day and a lunch break will be taken. Please note that organised groups may not be accommodated at busy times.

All activities are drop-in - no need to book. Children must be accompanied at all times.

Other Information:

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Cyanotype Workshop

Work with artist Lorraine Bates to try a special process of photographic printing and design your own city themed print to take home.

Event will be in the AV Room in the Gas Hall.

12/04/2013

11:00 - 16:00

Family Event

Cost Details:

£1.50 per child.

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

Address:

Museum And Art Gallery, Chamberlain Square, Birmingham, B3 3DH

0121 303 1966

Telephone:

Email:

bmag_enquiries@.uk

.uk

Website:

Please note this programme is subject to change.

All activities are drop-in - no need to book. Children must be accompanied at all times.

Other Information:

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Deadly Dragonflies

Park Rangers event. Activity involves hunting for Dragonflies down at the pond and making your very own Dragonfly to take home.

12/04/2013

11:00 - 13:00

Family Event

Cost Details:

Free

Address:

Visitor Centre, Warren Lane, Birmingham, B45 8ER

0121 447 7106

Telephone:

Email:

lickyhill@.uk

.uk/lickeyhills

Website:

Booking is essential. Meet at the Visitor Centre.

Other Information:

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Libraries

Below is a list of Libraries in Birmingham where you can go along with your children to choose their favourite books. Why not give your local library a call or visit the website .uk/libraries for further details including any events and activities they may be running.

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All Birmingham children can swim for free at the council's swimming pools with a Passport to Leisure Card. For further details call your local leisure centre or visit the website .uk/sport

Kids West Midlands work with disabled children, young people and their families to assess suitable settings that meet the child's/young person's needs.

Kids also support settings to work towards inclusion.

For further details call 0121 355 2707 or visit the website .uk

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

Be Safe Be Seen

Remember if you are going out over this winter wear bright and reflective clothing. Most pedestrian accidents occur in the winter months. Keep your child safe, wear bright or reflective clothing and help motorists see them.

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Useful websites for holiday activities

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

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

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

- Search for a range of activities and ideas of places to go

- Search for ideas for places to visit

Stuck for places to go? Why not visit Birmingham Museums

Aston Hall - 0121 675 4722 - Guided Tours only - every Wednesday

Blakesley Hall and Weoley Castle - 0121 464 2193

Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery - 0121 303 2834

Museum of the Jewellery Quarter - 0121 554 3598

Sarehole Mill - 0121 777 6612

Soho House - 0121 554 9122

Weoley Castle - 0121 464 2193

If you have any comments or suggestions about 'Fun In Brum', or you run activities during the school holidays and would like to be listed in future editions, please email us at familyinformation@.uk

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If you would like the Fun in Brum in a larger print please call 0121 303 3521

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