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February Diary
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Learn coding the easy way in Techniquest’s Lab, with the fantastically fun LEGO Robot workshops! Our science communicators will help you to construct your robot, and program it using an iPad to move, make sounds, change direction, detect distance and more.
Techniquest, Cardiff Bay www.techniquest.org
As well as being the all-round entertainer we all know and love from the telly, Count Arthur Strong is also a lifelong fan of astronomy, since having been given a microscope, or whatever it is they use, for Christmas when he was a small precocious baby. In this, his brand-new show, he seamlessly combines the very best showbiz entertainment you’ll currently find, in the world, possibly? as he wrestles with some of the big questions that other all-round entertainers shy away from. Such as: Are we alone in the universe? Is there life on Mars bars? 2lbs of potatoes. Packet of ginger nuts. Don’t lose this shopping list.
Sherman Theatre, Cardiff www.shermantheatre.co.uk
The sessions take place on the second Saturday of the month (10.30 – 12.00). Meet outside the Secret Garden Café which is next to the Education Centre. Vicky the Ranger leads these sessions and it’s a great way to get outdoors, meet new people enjoy the fresh air and get some exercise.
FUN DOESN’T GET MUCH BIGGER THAN THIS! The UK’s largest animatronic T-Rex will be on display in Mermaid Quay in Cardiff Bay, from 8 – 23 February. Dubbed Quay-Rex, the 18 metre long and 5 metre tall life-like dinosaur features a moving head, tail, eyes and arms as well as a terrifying roar. It will fill up most of Tacoma Square – in the heart of Mermaid Quay – and its head will be as high as the terrace level.
Mermaid Quay, Cardiff Bay www.mermaidquay.co.uk
The residents of Chipping Cleghorn are astonished to read an advert in the local newspaper that a murder will take place this coming Friday at Little Paddocks, the home of Letitia Blacklock. Unable to resist, the group gather at the house at the appointed time, when the lights go out and a gun is fired. Enter Miss Marple, who must unravel a complex series of relationships and events to solve the mystery of the killer3
New Theatre, Cardiff www.newtheatrecardiff.co.uk
Riverside Real Food will be at the Museum once again for their monthly pop-up food market. A chance to support local food producers, pick up something delicious to take home and enjoy a visit to the Museum.
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Ever wanted to learn to skate? Here’s your chance! Sign up to the Crash Course at Viola Arena from Monday 17th – Friday 21st February. £50 includes a 30 minute lesson per day, skate hire and free public skate session.
Viola Arena, Cardiff Bay www.violaarena.com
Hear from a panel of entrepreneur guest speakers who all own businesses within the sports, health and wellbeing sectors.
Cardiff Met University, Llandaff Campus www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/entrepreneurship
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Come and join a night of fun activities, mysteries and experiments. Meet scientists and engineers from the Museum and Cardiff University and have a go at some awesome experiments. Tickets for this amazing evening can be booked at www.eventbrite.co.uk and are free!
National Museum Cardiff www.museum.wales/cardiff/
The Samye Foundation is delighted to welcome Alistair Appleton to their mindfulness centre in Cardiff. Alistair is generously giving his time to help raise money towards the running costs of the charity, so that they can continue to provide mindfulness and meditation training to individuals and businesses. Alistair will give a talk on 'The Puzzle of Purification: If we're already enlightened, why practice?' You can be assured of an engaging and entertaining evening, and a very warm welcome awaits you.
Dust off your air guitars for an evening of the very best classic rock anthems from legends past and present! Let them take you on a roller coaster journey of classic rock nostalgia, performing hit after hit, live with stunning accuracy and high energy accompanied by an incredible light and projection show.
The Globe, Cardiff www.globecardiffmusic.com
Renowned for his monstrous live sets, expect a high energy performance filled with his classic hits such as ‘Changed The Way You Kiss Me’, ‘Kickstarts’, ‘Stay Awake’, and ‘We’ll Be Coming Back’. You’ll also hear songs from his last project ‘Bangers & Ballads’ such as ‘Show Me How To Love’ as well as his massive new tune ‘Click’.
Tramshed, Cardiff www.tramshedcardiff.com
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Embark on a thrilling night of adventure with a brandnew collection of short films from the world’s most prestigious mountain film festival! Join the world’s best adventure film-makers and explorers as they push themselves to the limits in the most remote and stunning corners of the globe. Witness epic humanpowered feats, life-affirming challenges and mindblowing cinematography – all on the big screen!
St David’s Hall, Cardiff www.stdavidshallcardiff.co.uk
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The world famous Harlem Globetrotters, featuring some of the most electrifying athletes on the planet, are bringing their spectacular show to the UK as part of their 2020 Pushing the Limits World Tour. New to this year’s tour, and never been done before, the Globetrotters will attempt a new world record live at each game on tour this year, hoping to add to their list of impressive accolades and innovations.
