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Yorkshire Sculpture Park, Wakefield
By Fiona McKim on 26/07/2011 11:22:17
Get hands-on with a day out at this open air interactive art experience
, providing a sensory experience where all ages are invited to view, touch and feed their imagination.Family X-Factor By dismantling the barriers between nature and sculpture, this day out is the perfect introduction to modern art for younger children. Whilst
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Barefoot Books Big Weekend
By Fiona McKim on 27/09/2011 18:09:43
Celebrate the power of storytelling at this enchanting arts event
In 1992, two young mothers decided to start up a unique publishing house with eco-friendly values and an imaginative output which would “spark curiosity, inspire creativity” and “instil a respect for the diversity of the planet”.Nearly two decades
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National Storytelling Week 2012
By Fiona McKim on 12/01/2012 11:18:23
Celebrate the art of oratory excellence at these fun family events
Family StorytellingJanuary 28Gather round Society for Storytelling members, Pippa Reid and Claudia Mernick at Harrow Arts Centre for a family storytelling session followed by a crafty workshop inspired by the tales of the day.Storytelling Bus
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Five things to find at the seaside
By Kate Donoughue on 05/07/2011 13:25:24
When you're bored of building sandcastles, there are lots of other things to do by the sea
1 PebblesLook at the pebbles on the beach and see if you can match them to the rocks in the nearby cliffs. Large pebbles are great for making beach art or even just for spelling out a child’s name. Collect large smooth pebbles to make paperweights
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The Big Draw 2011
By Fiona McKim on 14/10/2011 12:55:11
Celebrate the power of the pencil with this nationwide campaign for drawing
October 19,20Create your own life-sized paper doll then dress her up in the latest paper fashion finery at the North Lanarkshire Council Museums And Heritage Section.Find our pick of the best family days out in your area here
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This month in Manchester…
By Helen McKay-Ferguson on 04/08/2010 14:16:53
Three fun family activities for the holidays
3AZ; www.thelowry.comEATTeddy Bear’s PicnicWhat: Bears, eats and Build-a-Bear goodie bags for the first 100 child/teddy bear duos to arrive.Why: It’s alfresco eating at it’s most child-friendly.When: August 8, 12–4pm.Where: Piccadilly Gardens; www
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Fabulous February half-term outings
By Georgina Cox on 10/02/2012 15:12:36
Our pick of the best family events in your area
ActivitiesFebruary 11–19Seaton Delaval Hall in Tyne And Wear will be offering a variety of nature themed activities including wildflower planting, willow weaving, beehive and honey making demonstrations.Wake Up WallingtonFebruary 13–17Celebrate the beginning
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May/June Half-term events for the Midlands
By Helen McKay-Ferguson on 18/05/2011 12:53:11
Our pick of fun family activities for the half-term holidays
believe out of everyday objects at the Warwick Arts Centre.Spark Children’s Art Festival May 31–June 12Ignite the imagination with the Spark Children’s Art Festival in Leicester. The feast of fun includes everything from monkey mask making to finger
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May/June Half-term events for Scotland
By Helen McKay-Ferguson on 18/05/2011 12:50:30
Our pick of fun family activities for the half-term holidays
Burns An’ A’ That Festival May 25–30Head down to the beach for arts and crafts, Punch And Judy puppet shows, piping bands and more as part of the Burns An’ A’ That Festival in Ayr.Three Harbours Arts Festival May 28–June 5The fishing towns
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Museums made easy
By Helen McKay-Ferguson on 05/05/2010 13:32:37
Where to have a cultural and family-friendly day out
is the Herbert Art Gallery and Museum, Coventry. The Herbert, which has collections associated with or collected for the people of Coventry, scored top marks on the Kids In Museums Manifesto’s 20 ways to make a museum family-friendly, which include being
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