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Welcome & Contents Families
April felt like one long holiday with Easter and (love it or hate it) the Royal Wedding. So we’re now fully refreshed and back in the routine of work, school, football, play dates and parks. But we’re not giving up the holiday feeling that easily, with the Brighton Festival promising a host of fabulous family friendly events, lots of which are free, starting with the children’s parade. Good luck if you’re in it and if your not, go and marvel at the enthusiasm, creativity and energy of our kids in the city. Happy festival from everyone at Families Sussex Coast! Families Sussex Coast covers: Brighton, Hove, Eastbourne, Worthing, Lewes, Burgess Hill, Hassocks and everywhere in between. Next issue July/August 2011: Advertising and editorial deadline is 17 June. You can contribute to Families Sussex Coast through advertising, editorial and our what’s on pages. Contact Families Sussex Coast: 01273 231155 editor@familiessussexcoast.co.uk Families Sussex Coast, PO Box 5189, Brighton BN50 9WN Printed by: Bishops Printers, www.bishops.co.uk Families Sussex Coast is printed using paper from sustainable forests. The pulp is cleaned using an elemental chlorine free process. Please recycle your copy of Families Sussex Coast when you have finished with it. Copyright: Families Sussex Coast, April 2011. Data protection: If you send us your name and address in order to receive free samples or to enter a competition, we may supply your details to the company offering the samples or prizes. If you would prefer us NOT to do so, please state this clearly on your entry. Disclaimer: We take care preparing this magazine but the publishers and distributors cannot be held responsible for the claims of advertisers, nor for the accuracy of the contents nor for any consequence. Families Group: Families Sussex Coast is part of a group established in 1990 and headed by Families South West. All magazines in the Group are independently owned and operated under licence.
May / June 2011
What’s inside
News and competitions 4-5 The Circus project, little luvvies, foster care, win tickets to The Wiggles and Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
Party ideas
Bright ideas and partying with prudence
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Parties to do near you 8-9 Where to find local entertainers, venues, balloons and cake.
Exchange for life
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Where I live
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Brighton Festival
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Families lunch offer
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What’s on
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How to do a French exchange
Hove seafront
All the best things to with the kids in Brighton Festival and Brighton Festival Fringe
Feed your family for £12.
The Kite Festival, Shaun the sheep, Brighton Japan Festival and lots more.
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The Circus Barracudas in Brighton this summer Project The Circus Project in Hove aims to give everyone the opportunity to try circus skills. Children can try trapeze, rope, silks and learn performance skills. In all, The Circus Project trains over 70 children every week, who get to perform little shows and cabarets at Hangleton Community Centre, Hove. For more about The Circus Project, contact 01273 884732 or visit www.thecircusproject.co.uk
Unique Fingerprint Jewellery
Barracudas, the UK’s
drama, archery, climbing wall, plus much more!
Number 1 operator of
There really is something for everyone. The
activity day camps will
camp is registered with Ofsted so you can be
be opening its doors in
confident the camp is safe and secure, with
Brighton this summer
caring and experienced staff. Standard opening
offering fun and exciting
hours are 8.30am to 5.30pm with the option to
activities for children
extend the hours from 8am to 6pm if you need
age 4 1⁄2 to 16 years.
more flexibility.
Opening dates are 1-26 August 2011 at the Brighton & Hove High School. Over 100 activities will be on offer including motor sports, fencing, arts and crafts, tennis, circus skills, football, dance,
Last minute family holidays
Established in 2006, FingerPrint
discounts on offer, so give Barracudas a call now on 0845 1235299 to request your free colour brochure or visit www.barracudas.co.uk.
Exploring space through drama
This term, Perform children in Sussex will not they’ll be exploring outer space too. The junior
of the UK’s leading designers of
astronauts will meet the Sparkly Spaceman
unique bespoke silver jewellery.
and learn the Zero Gravity Groove and won’t
Using a combination of traditional
notice how much they are improving their
jewellery making techniques and modern
communication, concentration and
metal technology they create beautiful individual pieces of jewellery that incorporate
Cottage in Brittany, France
your loved one’s fingerprint, hand or footprint
If you fancy a last minute holiday then visit
and even artwork.
www.RecommendedFamilyHolidays.com for holidays that are recommended by other mums and dads.
Fingerprint Studio in Hertfordshire, Jill
co-ordination skills. Perform’s Principal Lucy Quick says “We have some amazing improvisations, songs, and role play all about outer space. The term will be fun packed and exhilarating, and a must for any young explorer”. Any interested 4-8 year olds can try out the classes by attending a free trial session.
Fairbrother is now the FingerPrint Jewellery
Summer school holiday availability is filling
designer in the Sussex area. She is proud
up fast but if you are able to go outside this
to offer a personal service to her customers.
period, then there are some great offers.
As well as attending shows, events and
There is 25% off some French properties
private parties, Jill is also available for private
before the end of May, 10% discount off
appointments at no extra cost. There is a
peak summer availability in a catered villa in
fantastic range of products to suit everyone for
South West France and 5% discount for 14
all occasions. An item of FingerPrint jewellery
day bookings in Devon.
For more information contact: 0845 400 4000
is the ultimate gift to give or receive and is a
www.RecommendedFamilyHolidays.com
enquiries@perform.org.uk www.perform.org.uk
truly unique keepsake. For more information contact 07788 672571 or visit www.fingerprint-jewellery.co.uk/brighton.
Success
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summer taking advantage of the early booking
just be having fun acting, singing and dancing,
Jewellery has fast become one
After completing extensive training at the
Many children have already booked in for the
Classes Run on Mondays in Haywards Heath, Thursdays in Brighton, Fridays in Lewes and Saturdays in Horsham and Hove. Perform will also be running summer holiday workshops for 4-8 year olds with the theme of Peter Pan.
Little Luvvies in the spotlight This spring, ‘Little Luvvies’
News & competitions Families
WIN tickets to the Wiggles
is launching in central
The Wiggles are very proud to be
Brighton and there’s
bringing their Greatest Hits Tour
plenty to shout about.
to the Brighton Centre on 28th
Little Luvvies is different from anything Brighton
May. The band will be celebrating
and Hove currently has to offer. Not only do
their 20th birthday with hits such as ‘Hot Potato’, and ‘Toot Toot
the little luvvies gain the benefit of expressing themselves through drama, dance and music,
Chugga Chugga Big Red Car’. For your chance to win
but use Makaton sign language too.
a family ticket to see the Wiggles answer this. What birthday are the Wiggles celebrating this year?
The classes are for toddlers to 10 years and will
Send your answer with your name, address and
be held at the city central Brighthelm Centre. The
phone number to editor@familiessussexcoast.co.uk or
first term will feature an exclusive workshop run
Families Sussex Coast, PO Box 5189, Brighton BN50
by CBeebies presenter Justin Fletcher. Pupils
9WN by 18th May.
will also be taking part in a yearly theatrical performance. Founded in 2003, Little Luvvies
To book tickets for Wiggles call 0844 8471515 or
combines professionalism with a personal touch.
visit www.brightoncentre.co.uk.
To book your free trial session contact
*Terms and conditions: Family ticket can contain a mixture of children and adult tickets. Tickets are valid for the performance on 28th May at 4pm. No purchase necessary. Tickets are non-exchangeable.
info@littleluvviesbrighton.co.uk or 01273 737 912.
WIN tickets to Joseph and
the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat is coming to the Theatre Royal Brighton from 21–26 June. Keith Jack, runner up in the BBC TV series Any Dream Will Do, takes the title role in the sparkling musical. For your chance to win a family ticket, simple answer this: Who won the BBC TV series Any Dream Will Do? Send your answer with your name, address and phone number to editor@familiessussexcoast.
Foster care fortnight Foster care fortnight will be running from 16-29 May to promote fostering and encourage more people to become foster carers. Since 2007 the number of children living in foster care has risen by more than 6,000 when there was already a shortage of nearly 10,000 foster carers across the UK. This is putting the fostering system under immense pressure. Foster Care Fortnight 2011 will highlight the need for more foster carers and call on everyone to get behind fostering and support children in care.
co.uk or to Families Sussex Coast, PO Box 5189,
If you are interested in fostering there are local events
Brighton BN50 9WN by 31st May.
running for you to find out more:
To book tickets for Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat call 0844 871 7650 or visit www.ambassadortickets.com/brighton. *Terms and conditions: Family ticket can contain a mixture of children and adult tickets. Tickets are valid from 21-26 June. No purchase necessary. Tickets are non-exchangeable.
19 May, 6-9pm: Information evening East Sussex County Council’s Fostering Service. County Hall, Lewes. 01323 747499 www.eastsussex.gov.uk/fostering. 28-29 May: Spring Fiesta East Sussex County Council’s Fostering Service will be at the Spring Fiesta event in Eastbourne. 01323 747499 www.eastsussex.gov.uk/fostering.
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Bright ideas for birthdays
by Robina Cowan
Did someone say party? Yes, I’m afraid so. One thing’s as sure as eggs is eggs - your child will have another birthday in the next year. you to return to your quiet, tidy house afterwards. Try child-friendly restaurants, bowling alleys, go-karting, indoor playcentres, sports clubs, the zoo, a pottery painting studio or cinema.
★ TIP: Book well ahead. There are only so many party groups venues can accommodate at any given time - you don’t want to be scratching around at the last minute and end up having to book ‘second best’.
Themed parties A great idea when your child has a particular interest, themes can be explored in many different ways. How about a drama, musical, circus Party at Drusillas
It’s Families to the rescue - we’ve put on our party hats to find the best
or magic party, a sports party; or get crafty making bags, jewellery or cookies, or print t-shirts to match the theme.
suppliers around to ensure your ‘do’ is one they’ll talk about, until at least
★ TIP: Take the theme throughout the party - print off related pictures
next year...
from the web as wall decorations, ask the guests to dress up with a prize
Crowd control: entertainers
for the best home-made hat.
Bubbles, puppets, drama, music, ‘make’ party or magician? A good
Top tips
entertainer will bring your party to life and keep the children enthralled
★ It’s all in the timing: For little children, 11am-1pm or 12-2pm are
while you enjoy the fun from a safe distance.
★ TIP: Children’s entertainers generally have vast experience and contacts which you can tap into. Ask them about local venues for hire, a
best. Most of them have been up since six and they’re past their best by the afternoon. For older children a lunchtime slot or mid afternoon start will work.
realistic timetable and suitable prizes as well as the entertainment itself.
★ Liaise with parents whose children have birthdays around the
Find out their preferred age group, and the maximum number of children
same time. If you both book the same day for a party, the guest list will
they will cope with - too many and you’ll not get the best out of them.
be tricky. Joining forces is a much better idea - you can share the costs
Write down everything you’ve agreed together so there is no doubt on the day.
and the hassle.
Take them out: venues
★ Keep the food simple and don’t over cater. Most children are too
It might feel less imaginative than an organised bunfight at yours, but do you really have the time, energy and creativity to decorate your house as
excited to have a big appetite. Limit the junk food and remember some children maybe vegetarian or have a food intolerance.
a fairy or superhero den, then clear it all up four hours later? Thought not.
★ Sleepovers: come midnight, you’ll be regretting it... Planning
Happily there are plenty of places where all you have to do is pay the
ahead is key. Read our ‘been there, done that’ parent’s guide: go to
per-head charge and the guests will be entertained and fed, leaving
www.familiesonline.co.uk and type ‘successful sleepovers’ into the search box.
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Partying
Party feature Families
with prudence Parties can be costly, so we’ve put together a list of top tips all about cutting cost that involve a little extra effort on your part but without being a party pooper.
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Share your party You’ll half the cost and the
more the merrier - however, beware of parties with flocks of children as they can be impersonal and a little unruly.
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Avoid expensive party bags You could not do party bags altogether and just offer mini bags of
sweets, but if that’s a step too far then try these: n Use brown paper bags or even sandwich bags. n The cake is the sweet treat in your party bag. n Books from www.thebookpeople.co.uk can be less than £1 each. n Car boot sale toys are always cheap. Give them a clean, wrap them up, put them in a lucky dip and your guests will be chuffed to bits.
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Simplify your party menu Pizza delivered to your party is a great idea and for drinks do squash
rather than juices. Jelly is cheaper and more amusing than biscuits or fairy cakes.
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Get creative with your party entertainment It’s much more fun (but hard work) to do the entertainment yourself,
and children love traditional games, plus parents will be impressed. Try these: n Pass the parcel with forfeits, musical bumps and dancing competition. n Make a junk robot – save all your recycled bits and the kids can have fun sticking and painting or do a massive collage together. n The newspaper game is brilliant fun – a pile of broadsheets, two teams, screw up the paper into balls, shout “GO” and the winning team is the one with least on their side. n Paint a plant pot. This doubles as an activity and a going home gift and you could add seeds like sunflowers or cress seeds too.
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Party in the park or garden If you’re lucky enough to have a spring or summer birthday then the
park or garden is a must.
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Do your venue research or use your house For kids born at colder times of year it’s hard to avoid hiring a venue
so do your research. Check church halls and council run venues like leisure centres or playgroups. If you are brave enough to have a party in your home then use big sheets so the mess can be cleared easily and create boundaries for the guests – you don’t want to find jelly in your bed!
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All you need to party Party entertainment
Absolute Events Circus workshops, balloon modelling, giant bubbles, caricature and silhouette portraits. 07554 738 249 www.gamesagogo.co.uk Ace Tec Leisure Bouncy castles, children’s disco games. Creating party smiles for over 20 years. 01273 430431 www.ace-leisure.com Animal Magic Mobile petting zoo with over 37 species including meerkats. 01323 482211 www.animal-magic.co.uk Aunty Freckles Painting, balloon modelling and clowning. Can also bring party food and party bags. 01273 846758 www.auntyfreckles.com
Miss Sparkle Puppets, theme parties, balloons, magic and treasure hunts. 01273 880490. Mr Marvel Magic, Punch & Judy, disco, bubbles and snow. 0800 6128135 www.mrmarvel.com
Mr Pineapple Head Clown Physical comedy clown show. 01273 473913 www.mrpineapplehead.co.uk
Mr pumpkin Suitable for 2-6 year olds. Magic, balloons, cuddly puppets and party games prizes for all the children. 01903 525902 07957761748
Brillo the Clown For 3-8 year olds. Show with clowning, magic, unicycling and juggling. 01273 584544 www.brillotheclown.co.uk
Paul Winter – Children’s entertainer Magic, puppets, balloon modelling, games, competitions and discos. 01273 676138 www.paulwinterentertains.com
Caterpillar Music Party A fun hour with kids’ magic, action songs, dancing with puppets, instruments, parachute play and games. 01903 230810 worthing@caterpillarmusic.com
Perform Parties Drama, dance and singing with games and themes for all ages. 0845 400 4000 www.performparties.org.uk
Childrens Parties Sussex Themed parties with disco and games. Themes include Ben 10, Super Mario, Barbie and Glee. 01273 327551 www.childrenspartiessussex.co.uk Circus Brighton Fire dancing and circus workshop with hooping, diabalo, poi, stilt walking. 0800 433 4618 www.circusbrighton.co.uk
Clown Buz Children’s Show Balancing, slap stick, magic, disco, clown faces and for bigger events a miniature car. 01903 244920 paulbuz@btinternet.com Dandelion Puppets Wildlife stories and/or games. 01273 857482 www.dandelionpuppets.co.uk Dotty Children’s Entertainer For 2 – 7 years, light hearted comedy magic slap stick, puppets, story telling, balloon making, games, dancing and singing. 01273 502 www.dottyworld.com Fred’s Flying Circus Clowns, magicians, fire-eaters and balloon modelling or a circus workshop. 07974 345679 www.fredsflyingcircus.co.uk Incy Wincy Music Parties For ages 1-3 years. Traditional nursery rhymes with puppets, scarves, parachute, instruments, bubbles and a birthday present for the birthday child. 01273 277688 www.incywincymusic.co.uk
Just 4 Kids Discos Disco parties for ages 4-11 years. 07522 899820 www.just4kidsdiscos.com Lily Lou Entertainment Fairytales, pirates, glitter disco, High School Musical and many more styles. 0800 4334618 www.fairyparty.co.uk Lagoon Watersports Parties Windsurfing, sailing, canoeing, wakeboarding and watersports parties for age 6+. 01273 424842 www.lagoonwatersports.co.uk
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Mick Casey Entertainments Magicians, clowns, children’s discos, bouncy castles and face painting. 01273 596908 mickcaseyentertainment@hotmail.co.uk
The Painting Pottery Cafe Paint pots with friends in the party room. The birthday child will receive a piggy bank signed by all guests. Also learn to throw a pot party. 01273 628952 www.paintingpotterycafe.co.uk
Impulse Leisure Bouncy castle, ball pool, games, sports – football, basketball, netball and racket sports. Southwick also offers trampolining and go-karting and Wadurs offers raft style pool parties. www.impulseleisure.co.uk
Patchwork Parties Eco themed parties with fairies, superheroes, circus or crafts. Also provide food, cake and eco party bags.
King Alfred Leisure Centre Parties can include bouncy castle, tiny terror trikes, football and pool parties. 01273 290290 www.kingalfredleisure.co.uk
07930 892733 www.patchwork-parties.co.uk
Knockhatch Adventure Park Parties in the park with all the main attractions including the soft play area, party food, bags and invites. 01323 442051 www.knockhatch.com
Picturesque Beading parties for children age 7-11. 01903 718978 www.picturespquebeadart.co.uk The pottery house café Paint from a large selection including Disney characters, animals, clocks, trinket boxes, money boxes. Order food or bring your own. 01273 773697 The Pottery Fun Factory Worthing and Ferring Paint a mug, plate, bowl, pot, character, moneybox. 01903 211322 www.potteryfunfactory.co.uk
Pete’s magic Magic show, balloon animals and party games. 01273 844136 www.parlourmagic.co.uk
Red Jelly parties Creative play parties for ages 6 and under. Party themes include magical mermaids, pirate adventure and blast off. Children decorate huge, cardboard castles, rockets or make giant collages. 01273 930013 www.redjellykids.co.uk
Potty the Pirate Leading magician and puppeteer in Sussex, magic, puppets, balloons and singalong tunes! 01273 220299 www.pottythepirate.com
Sew Retro parties For age 7+. Sew Retro come to you and you and your guests make a party bag out of recycled or vintage material. 07581 028706 www.sewretro.co.uk,
Premier Rides
Splodge Craft Parties Craft and games, craft and jewellery and bear making. 01323 728230 www.splodgecraftparties.co.uk
Funfair, fairground rides and attractions.
01403 270076 www.premierrides.com
Robbie the magician Magic show for children of all ages – with a live rabbit! 01903 734171 www.robbiethemagician.com Talking Tots Traditional games and talking tots activities. 07827 697523 Tatty Bumpkin parties Yoga adventure parties - music, dance, stories, games and relaxation. 08456 808 041 www.brighton.tattybumpkin.com Tomfoolery A young dynamic children’s entertainer with bags of energy - high energy parties with music, games, dancing, magic, balloons and buckets of laughter! 01903 815728 www.partytom.co.uk The Silly Simon Show An exciting show with audience participation and magic, balloons and puppets.
01903 530880 www.sillysimonshow.co.uk
Tumble Tots Parties For ages 1 - 6 with specially designed equipment, action songs and lots of fun. 01323 892234 sarah.delaloye-dean@tumbletots.com
Craft parties Arty parties A unique party where each child leaves with a gift - their own work of art. 07989 472760 www.arty-facts.co.uk
Magic Martin Magical miracles and entertainment.
Hands-On Pottery Parties Choose making with clay or painting and everyone gets their own memento.
01903 532413 www.thisismagicmartin.com
01273 300198 www.hands-onpottery.com
Monkey Bizness Party room,food, invites and hours of Monkey Bizness fun! 08458 739645 www.monkey-bizness.co.uk Observatory Science Centre birthday parties For ages 6–12. Includes the giant science equipment, a visit to one of the telescope domes, a fun science based activity and birthday tea. www.the-observatory.org Portslade Sports Centre Bouncy castles and soft play for little ones, party games for older ones and team sports for big kids. 01273 411100 www.portsladesportscentre.co.uk Stoneywish Nature reserve Ditchling Hire the function room and garden and take kids into the reserve. 01273 843498 www.stoneywish.com Washbrooks Farm, Hurstpierpoint Book the barn room so kids can use all the facilities. Can provide food and party bags. 01273 832201 www.washbrooks.co.uk
Party venues
Westows Softplay, bouncy castles, football with your own themed party room, food, party bags – just bring your own cake. 01273 721338 www.westows.com
Bluebell Railway Childrens Parties A ride on the train with party food in the restaurant before or after and a present for the birthday child. 01825 720800
Zoooper Birthdays at Drusillas Park Includes party tea, access to the zoo, play areas and rides on Thomas & FriendsTM train. 01323 874100 www.drusillas.co.uk
Dizzy Birthday Parties at Paradise Park Hot buffet, party bags, all the attractions and a visit from Dizzy the Dinosaur. 01273 512123 www.paradisepark.co.uk
Party supplies
Duke of York cinema kids’ club parties A film with popcorn and the birthday child can start the film. Can include games, facepainting, food and party bags. 01273 818549
Dyke Road Park Café Hire the room, next to the park and they can provide the food and even a BBQ. 01273 554441
Esporta Birthday Parties Esporta, Brighton Health and Racquet Club
Swimming parties, football parties, disco parties and fun and games. 01273 667827 www.esporta.com
Funplex Brighton Soft play area with party room, party food, just bring your own cake and party bags. 01273 690888 www.funplex.co.uk Gymboree Parties for ages 1-5. Softplay, activities, songs and games. 01273 772900 www.gymboree-uk.com
Beautiful Bunting Handmade cotton bunting including princess and pirate bunting. 01273 479464 www.beautifulbunting.co.uk Fanciful Cakes Children’s party cakes made to order. 07733 119386 www.fancifulcakes.co.uk Bubbles Party Shop Everything you need for a party including balloons for ages 1 to 100! 41 Southwick Square, Southwick 01273 593060 www.bubbles-partyshop.co.uk
Tea Cups & Tiaras Children’s table and chair hire and beautifully themed party décor kits to wow your guests - perfect for any celebration. info@teacupsandtiaras.co.uk 07749 573509
Boing Boing Bouncy Castles Adult and kids bouncy castles. 01273 595892 www.boingboingcastles.co.uk
Sugar Loaf Party Shop Enterprise Shopping Centre, Eastbourne Sugar craft for cake decorating, balloons, banners and bunting for parties. 01323 728750
Parties Families
Parties to try near you... Parties with Perform
Perform Parties are high energy combining
Dandelion Puppets parties Dandelion Puppets brings the excitement
way. The parties can also include traditional
of nature and wildlife to your child’s party.
games to music with or without small toys
Children love to learn about nature and
for prizes and puppet making workshops
Dandelion Puppet’s tales, for 3-8 year
where the children get to perform their own
olds encourage the children to talk about
shows at the end. Dandelion Puppets also
the animals and ask questions. Dandelion
cater for parties in parks and fetes.
puppets parties include seasonal rustic
For more information contact 01273 857482
puppet adventures that teach children about
sheila@dandelionpuppets.co.uk.
British wildlife in an interactive and humorous
drama, dance and singing with fun games, stories and improvisations. Party leaders arrive with colourful costumes, props and music to create a fantasy land with themes for ages 1-12 years. Themes include fairies and elves, mermaids and pirates, Peppa Pig, superheroes,
Children’s
Artyfacts art parties
PARTIES
Children’s Parties have
musical madness, Mamma Mia and dance
been running and
fantastic. For more information contact 0845
organizing parties for
400 4000, www.performparties.org.uk.
the last seven years. Packages include
Party award nomination
unique party games
Artyfacts art parties let your child create their
for Caterpillar Music
and over 50 themes to choose from making
own party theme, be it super heroes, music
sure that all children are catered for from
idols or dragons or any other character they
Congratulations to Victoria Kennedy of
aged 2 to 17. From disco parties to games
love. All Artyfacts’s parties are unique to the
based parties, balloon modelling to face
individual so no two parties will ever be the
painting and brand new game show based
same.
Caterpillar Music who has been nominated for What’s On 4 Little Ones national awards for Most Outstanding Activity Leader for the Under
parties, there is something for everyone.
5s and Best Children’s Party Entertainment.
Children’s parties have seven branches
After discussing your theme prior to the party,
nationwide and are growing. To find out more
Artyfacts will come to your own home or venue
You can vote for Victoria until 6th May.
visit www.wearechildrensparties.co.uk or
and create sculptures, paintings and models for
Visit www.whatson4littleones.co.uk/
call 01273 327 551.
your child and guests to take home and keep.
awards-voting.asp
For more information contact 07989 472760 www.arty-facts.co.uk.
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Exchange for life
By Joanna Moorhead
Learning a language can be the key to your child’s future, giving them an invaluable skill that will set them up for life. A French exchange can be a fun and interesting part of learning. Most companies recommend exchanging when your child is 12 or over, for a maximum of 2 weeks. Most exchange companies are available to provide assistance with translation and travel advice and to generally act as a ‘go-between’ if this is needed. Although you will make your own travel arrangements, the French family is contracted to meet your child at the nearest port, railway station or airport.
Top tips When you’re choosing a family to exchange with, make sure you look for Your child is immersed in the culture of the country, which often proves to be the most effective way of rapidly improving language skills. “They develop greater mental agility, better communication skills and awareness of another culture,” says Annie, a mother of 3 who is a great fan of French exchanges. “Beyond the academic benefits, exchange visits are a wonderful way to develop your child’s self-confidence and inter-personal skills and for them to make new friends.” But how easy is to organise a French exchange, and how do you start going about it? Many schools have their own exchange programmes, however more and more parents are opting to organise exchanges through a number of different companies, all of whom will help you to arrange the swap. Here is our guide to help you navigate your way through arranging an exchange, so that your child has a successful and enjoyable experience.
The basics Exchange visits are based on reciprocal hospitality - your child will stay with a French family and one of the French family’s children will stay with you. Once you register with an exchange company, they will ‘match’ you with a French family based on age, interests and family background and then discuss with you possible dates of visits. Finding dates that work for both families can be tricky, so try to be as flexible as possible. An exchange should only cost you a minimal fee to arrange, and then the cost of your child’s transportation. Be aware of some of the expensive foreign language travel programmes that sometimes masquerade as exchanges.
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a match not only with your child’s age but also their interests - shared passions are often the key to a successful exchange, whether it be football, horse riding or music. A reputable exchange site will help you find a good match. n Once you have chosen a family, encourage your child to communicate in French with to their exchange by telephone or email. n Make sure your child’s health records are up to date and write a parental authorisation in case of medical emergency. n Don’t forget to pack a camera, a notebook, an MP3 player for the trip and a welcome present for their exchange’s family. n Make sure your child has full travel insurance and an E111 form. Sending your child off to live with another family can be stressful. “You need to be bold, have an open mind and be willing to trust another family with your child,” says Annie. “In return, when it is your time to host somebody else’s child, you will need to provide for them and make sure they feel equally at home. But I promise you, it’s all worth it. You will be giving your child the gift of a new language and a friend for life.”
Websites www.linguisticexchange.com. www.french-exchange.co.uk www.enfamille.com www.lingoo.eu/language-exchange-french.html
Where I live Families
Where I live... Hove, seafront Every issue of Families magazine we ask you about where you live – what’s it like, your favourite place to go and things to do both here and further afield… Jenny lives in Hove near the
Favourite club or class
seafront with her partner and three
Mini Music in Hove with Miriam. www.minimusic.info
children, 17 year old Danny, !2 year old Ted and 6 year old Joya.
Favourite outing (in this area)
Jenny produces organic, ethically
Cycling along under the cliff path, way past the Marina and on to Saltdean
produced baby and children’s
for a lovely cuppa at Whitecliffs Café with the kids or just the two of us.
clothing. For more information visit www.babyblack and www.supernaturalkidsclothing.
Favourite café Café O, Portland Road. They do really lovely home made food, they’re great with kids and they have gluten free stuff.
Favourite park Stoneham Park. I know its not the prettiest, but the café and community is great and my kids spend many happy hours their with all their friends.
Favourite restaurant Sams of Kemptown – no competition, I love it.
Favourite shop Tribeca in Bond Street – for clothes.
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Favourite big day out (any area) Going to family festivals. Last year the one at St Annes Wells Gardens was ace with great music, great stalls, delicious food and sunshine!
Favourite children’s party venue/entertainer Furry Friends – make your own furry animals – Furtastic!
What was your best day out last year Driving around the Downs, in the rain, ending up at Bills in Lewes – very nice!
The worse thing about your area Dog poo – everywhere!
Favourite holiday destination Anywhere sunny with a pool which caters for all of our kid’s – Mark Warner’s places are good for this.
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Our What’s On pages are put together several weeks beforehand and whilst we aim to be as accurate as we can, there may be some changes. Always contact the venue in advance to check details. Derek Landry Skulduggery Pleasant
Brighton Festival 7-29 May
All Brighton Festival tickets are available from the Brighton Dome ticket office. 01273 709709 www.brightonfestival.org
Age 9+ 8 May, 2pm Corn Exchange Brighton Dome Join Derek Landry for another riproaring murder mystery in the latest installment in the Skulduggery Pleasant series.
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7-8 May, 8.30-10.30pm
St Ann’s Wells Garden French outdoor alchemists Compagnie Carabosse fan the flames of our imaginations with elemental Fire Garden.
The Boat Project 8 May 12-5pm
Jubilee Square Meet Lone Twin and a professional boat building team who are creating a beautiful 30ft sea-facing vessel. Donate your wood. Ideally a piece with a story that somehow features in your life.
The Owl and the Pussycat 8 May Sallis Benney Theatre Follow the owl and the pussycat with puppetry, live music and lots of nonsense.
Performance, installation, collaborative composition and the ultimate interactive theatre for children (and their families).
Dance inspired music theatre for children and their grown-ups about a little bird in a big city.
Interactive Storytelling and drawing with Guy Parker-Rees Age 3-6 21 May, 10.30am Jubilee Library Ants in your Pants author Guy ParkerRees creates a new character with some hilarious animal movement and noise games.
Happy Birthday Peepo Age 2-5 21 May, 12.30pm and 2.30pm Jubilee Library The book’s glorious rhymes and rhythms are brought to life with songs, games and peeping good fun.
Poetry and Storytelling with Sean Taylor Age 3-6 22 May, 10.30am Jubilee Library
Learn to write poems and experience live storytelling in this interactive workshop for young children.
Children’s parade lunch offer
Feed your family for £12
On Saturday 7th May take this voucher or mention Families Sussex Coast to Viva Paella on Upper Gardner Street in the North Laine, Brighton and get 2 adult portions and 2 child portions of delicious paella for just £12 (usually £20).
Viva Paella cook authentic paella for weddings, parties and events. www.vivapaella.co.uk 01273 550524 *Offer available on Saturday 7th May only and comprises of 2 adult portions and 2 child portions of paella from Viva Paella, Upper Gardner Street. Subject to availability.
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Wind in the Willows At Herstmonceux Castle - what could be more delightful. 12 June
21-22 May The Old Market
14-15 May Sallis Benney Theatre
Jardin Flambleau
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Play Please!
Draw Me A Bird
Sydney Street to Madeira Drive Children kick start the festival in a cavalcade of colour, music and fanfare with effigies, costumes and giant puppets.
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26-29 May St Nicholas Rest Garden
7 May, From 10.30am
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Children’s Parade Enthusiasm, colour, noise - celebrate with the kids in the city. Brighton, 7 May Kite Festival This was our favourite event last year. Just pray for wind! 28-29 May
As You Like It
Children’s Parade
favourites Our top picks for May and June
Charlie Higson’s History of Horror Age 10+ 28 May, 4pm Sallis Benney Theatre
Join Charlie Higson for grisly storytelling and all things horror.
Celebrating the delights of love, romance, poetry, slapstick and passion.
Queen of Hearts Children’s Book Quiz
Interactive Illustration with Bruce Ingman Age 3-6
29 May, 4pm Sallis Benney Restaurant
22 May, 2pm Jubilee Library
Enjoy an afternoon of picture book fun with imaginative drawing activities.
Chris Bradford Samurai vs Ninja! Age 9+ 27 May, 5pm Sallis Benney Theatre
Witness an authentic samurai sword display, storytelling and challenge the ninja!
Nicky Sharratt
28 May, 10am Sallis Benney Theatre Join the creator of Shark in the Park and Eat Your Peas for fun and frivolity.
Anthony Browne Age 5+ 28 May, 12 noon Sallis Benney Theatre
Interactive event about looking, drawing and dreaming with the creator of Me and You and Willy the Wimp.
Martin Brown Horrible Histories Age 8+ 28 May, 2pm Sallis Benney Theatre
Learn how to draw the nasty bits of history - the horrible way!
Age 7+ A topsy turvy children’s book quiz with tea, cake and plenty of prizes.
Brighton Festival Fringe 7-30 May All Brighton Festival Fringe tickets are available from the Brighton Dome ticket office. 01273 709709 www.brightonfestivalfringe.org.uk
James Campbell’s Comedy 4 Kids Age 6+ 7 May Komedia
Stand up comedian for children without the rude words.
Cloud Kids
7 May, 2pm - midnight The Foundry Face painting, music workshops, story telling, bands and DJs.
What’s on Families
To publicise your event in Families Sussex Coast what’s on pages email editor@familiessussexcoast.co.uk.. Comedy Club 4 Kids 7 May Komedia
The best comedians on the UK circuit without the rude bits!
Mr Pineapple Head 7, 8, 15, 22, 28 May 12.30-1.30pm The Brunswick
Family clown theatre show.
Alice The Dreaming Child 7, 14, 21 and 28 May Marlborough Theatre
A lively romp through some of Alice’s adventures.
The Classics of Magic
7, 8, 14, 15, 21, 22, 28 and 29 May Laughing Horse @ The Temple Unorthodox presentation of magic’s greatest illusions.
Youth Arts Festival 7-15 May Various venues
Creative work produced by young people aged 11-25 - see website for full detail of dance, music, drama and workshops. www.youthartsfestivalbrighton.org.uk
The Tim Bat Trick Show
8, 15, 22, 29 May 12-1pm The Old Courtroom Gentleman Juggler Tim performs skilful trickery and quirky comedy with hilarity and audience participation.
Wallstories Age 3+ 8, 22, 29 May 3-3.45pm The Nightingale Dining Room Cinema, books and cartoons rolled into one: beautifully illustrated stories on the wall.
Red Jelly Family Creative Play Party 14 May, 10.30-11.30am Hove Methodist Church
With a theme of knights and princesses there will be art and lots of mess.
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The Fire Children; Mosaic Puppet Theatre Age 5 and under 14 May Jubilee Library A tale of the first people on earth with music, songs and dance to join in.
Baby Loves Disco 6 months - age 7 15 May Komedia Dance party for adults and children.
King of Puppets, Queen of Piers
15-30 May 11am - 5pm Fishing quarter gallery Punch and Judy and a hands-on exhibition about their life as seaside entertainers.
Cultures Club Fringe Fest Five 18 May 5-8.30pm Friends Meeting House
Performances by young people including dance, song, rap, graffit and circus skills.
Shakespeare for Lunch: Romeo & Juliet Age 7+ 19-20 May Sallis Benney Theatre Adaptation of Shakespeare’s tragedy accessible for children.
The Clock Master 28-30 May Marlborough Theatre
The story of a girl and a shop of clockwork wonders performed with music, animation and puppetry.
The Tempest
28-29 May City College Brighton & Hove A colourful and dynamic production with special effects you can see and feel to entertain all ages.
Suitcase Circus 28-30 May Komedia Studio
A hilarious and interactive spectacular with live music.
1-4 June Connaught Theatre, Worthing A dazzling new musical adaptation of the story of Bobbie, Peter and Phyllis in the Railway Children. 01903 206206 www.worthingtheatres.co.uk
Theatre Annie
17-21 May Devonshire Park Theatre, Eastbourne The story of orphan Annie and her dog, Sandy with songs like Tomorrow and You’re never fully dressed without a smile. 01323 412000 www.eastbournetheatres.co.uk
The Pirates of Penzance 1-4 June Blatchington Mill School, Hove
Brighton Theatre Group presents over 50 youngsters aged 8-18 years old, in the classic swashbuckling, comic opera. 01273 583478 www.brightontheatregroup.ticketsource.co.uk
Vienna Festival Ballet Cinderella 26 May Pavilion Theatre, Worthing
Spirit of the Dance
Full band, catchy songs, silly stories, oogy gloop and fun for the whole family.
The Railway Children
A hilarious mix of rock and roll ‘n’ poetry, stand up, story telling and pantomime.
Go-karts, climbing wall, displays, games, fun, stalls and more.
22 May, 3-4.15pm Komedia
Roary zooms into Worthing for the very first time in a brand new live stage show! 01903 206206 www.worthingtheatres.co.uk
29 May Komedia
21 May Woodingdean Primary School
Excellent (pirate) songs for children
29 May Connaught Theatre, Worthing
Cautionary Tales for Children II
This full-length version of one of the best known fairytales features a specially commissioned score. 01903 206206 www.worthingtheatres.co.uk
Deans Festival
Roary the Racing Car
28 May Pavilion Theatre, Worthing This powerful show combines heart-pounding Irish dance with the sensual Latino rhythms of flamenco. 01903 206206 www.worthingtheatres.co.uk
The Wiggles 28 May Brighton Centre
The Wiggles will celebrate their 20th birthday so with twenty years of hits such as Hot Potato and Rock A Bye Your Bear. 0844 8471515 www.brightoncentre.co.uk
Wind in the Willows
12 June Open air theatre in front of Herstmonceux Castle Enjoy the classic story of ratty, mole, badger and toad in beautiful surroundings. There is also a workshop for children beforehand. 01323 834553 www.cambridgetouringtheatre.co.uk
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Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat 21-26 June Theatre Royal Brighton
Retelling the Biblical story of Joseph and the coat of many colours. 08448 717 650 www.ambassadortickets.com/brighton
Cinema Big Scream!
Duke of York Cinema, Brighton Every Wednesday morning at 11am mums, dads and carers with babies under one can enjoy a great film at the Duke of York Cinema, Brighton. See website for films. www.picturehouses.co.uk
Saturday morning Kids’ Club
Duke of York cinema, Brighton Starts 10.30am with drawing and a competition with a film at 11am. Check website for films. 0871 704 2056 www.picturehouses.co.uk
Saturday morning pictures Connaught 2 Screen, Worthing Every Saturday at 10.15am Check website for films. 01903 206206 www.worthingtheatres.co.uk
Evening Batwalk
12 May and 16 June Arundel Wetlands Centre Watch the pipistrelles emerge at dusk and track up to 5 species with bat detectors to learn their different calls. Watch the bats feeding over Swan Lake. 01903 883355 www.wwt.org.uk
Mumpreneurs Networking Club
May 13 and June 10: Lime House Cafe, St Pauls Church, Worthing May 19 and June 16: Chambers Bistro Old Town Hall, Shoreham May 27 and June 24: David Lloyd Centre, Brighton Marina May 19 and June 17: The Woolpack Inn, West Street, Burgess Hill www.agoodgossip.co.uk
Weekend Away - Bring a sleeping bag! Age 10+ 14-15 May Seven Sisters Country Park
On Saturday head for Cliff End and the rock pools to explore. After supper under the stars, take a bat walk over the park. Sleep in the camping barn or bring your own tent. On Sunday after a hearty breakfast take part in a beach clean. 01273 497561 www.sussexwt.org.uk
Earthship Tours
Activities and events
15 May, 5 and 19 June Stanmer Park, Brighton
Story time and singing
Dragonflies Den
Every week day at 4pm and singing Friday at 10.30am
The Book Nook, First Avenue, Hove 01273 911988 www.booknookuk.com
Sing out!
Every Monday 7pm St Michael and All Angels Church Hall, South Street, Lancing A light-hearted sing. All welcome. janine.mare@ropetacklecentre.co.uk 01273 464440
Storytime Every week
Hove Library Fridays at 10.15am 01273 290700 Jubilee Library Wednesdays 10.15am 01273 296960
Experience the eco-build and be inspired to respond to climate change. www.lowcarbon.co.uk
15 May Ditchling Common
Games, activities and a guided walk looking at the varied habitats of Ditchling Common. Follow the dragonfly trail and have a go at pond dipping to explore the special habitat of dragonflies and other pond life. 01273 497561 www.sussexwt.org.uk
Heroes Run 15 May
Hove Seafront Dress up as a hero and run, jog, walk, anything really along Hove seafront in either a 10k or 5k run. There’s even a 500m dash for the kids. www.heroesrun.org.uk
Mondays and Fridays 10.30 - 11.30am The Bridge Inn, High Street, Shoreham-by-Sea
Artists Open Houses 2-29 May (weekends only)
Brighton A diverse and exciting range of work Something for every taste and purse in houses around Brighton. www.aoh.org.uk
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21-22 May West Lawns, Eastbourne An action-packed weekend with road races, family rides, mountain biking, unicycle display, stunt bikes, wattbike challenge, Rollapaluza and much more. www.visiteastbourne.com
Fun Fair
27 May - 4 June Princes Park Enjoy a wide range of funfair rides for all ages www.visiteastbourne.com
Eastbourne Spring Fiesta
28-29 May Western Lawns, Eastbourne A variety of cultural entertainment including modern jive, jazz Band and morris dancing. www.visiteastbourne.com
Wildlife Safari 28 May Ditchling Common
Discover the simple art of being a wildlife detective as we explore and enjoy the sights, sounds and smells of this ancient common as the sun goes down. www.sussexwt.org.uk
Kite Festival
28-29 May Stanmer Park, Brighton Beautiful free event bringing an array of kites in all sorts of shapes, sizes and colour and amazing kite displays. www.brightonkiteflyers.co.uk
Shaun the Sheep and Timmy 30 May Drusillas Park Shaun the Sheep and Timmy will be flocking to Drusillas to make a special guest appearance. 01323 874100 www.drusillas.co.uk
Zany Zone
30 May The Observatory Science Centre, Herstmonceux Drop-in for some crafty experiments. 01323 832731 www.the-observatory.org
Half term at the Observatory Science Centre 30 May - 5 June The Observatory Science Centre, Herstmonceux
Tots That Rock
Singing and dancing and chat with other mums, dads and carers. Just turn up. 07961 363658
Eastbourne Cycling Festival
In addition to the hands-on exhibits there will be daily telescope tours and a Fantastic Science Show. 01323 832731 www.the-observatory.org
St Ann’s Wells Spring Festival
No Place Like Home
Free event which includes kids fun zone, Red Mutha’s Kids Rave, bingo, bouncy castles, arts and crafts, story telling, Shakespeare, opera, samba and more. www.stannswellgardens.co.uk
Find out how you can make a perfect home for your pets and discover some amazing animal architects. Booking essential. 01825 880461 www.raystede.org
21 May, 11am-7pm St Ann’s Wells Gardens, Hove
31 May Raystede Animal Centre, Ringmer
Carpower half day workshop Age 6+ 1 June The Observatory Science Centre, Herstmonceux Build your own car and hovercraft and find out how far they travel using the power of gravity, balloons, propellers or solar panels. Which goes faster? 01323 832731 www.the-observatory.org
Adur Festival
3-19 June Various venues, Shoreham-by-Sea Adur District will come alive with over 100 varied events, performances, exhibitions, workshops, arts and entertainment for all the family - truly a fortnight of fun and festivities. www.adurfestival.com
Kemp Town Carnival 4 June
Kemp Town, Brighton The Parade of Flowers (very large samba parade), bands, a robot parade, a small army of street performers, Capoeira displays, choirs, dance troupes, graffiti workshops, break dancing, a fashion event, art and book fairs, community market, a children’s area, magicians, creative workshops....and more! www.kemptowncarnival.com
Hassocks Artists Open Houses 4-5 June Hassocks
The event provides an opportunity to view a variety of work in artists’ own homes and studios throughout Hassocks/Keymer and to buy unique items direct from the artist or maker. johngilbert3@btinternet.com
London to Brighton car run 5 June
Madeira Drive, Brighton The run, for pre-1979 cars, is a touring assembly for enthusiasts from all over the United Kingdom and Western Europe. www.classicmotorshow.com.
Springwatch 5 June
Stanmer Park, Brighton Join the Sussex Wildlife Trust for a whole day out celebrating Big Nature! Explore the wild zones from downland to woodland, marine and city, and have a go at the many hands-on activities. www.sussexwt.org.uk.
Shoreham Summer Food and Drink Festival 11-12 June Various venues, Shoreham-by-Sea
A celebration of great food and drink as local and regional producers and suppliers of Speciality Food & Drink will be promoting and sampling a wide range of their produce. www.adur.gov.uk
The Art of Giving
Preston Park, Brighton A large scale free event. Starting with the largest exhibition of sports and physical activities ever seen in Brighton & Hove. www.takepartbrightonandhove.com
Towner Gallery, Eastbourne Celebrating ongoing philanthropy with works on show that range from a rarely seen 16th century triptych to a contemporary light sculpture donated after Towner’s opening exhibition by Ivàn Navarro. www.townereastbourne.org.uk
25 June - 10 July
Worthing Open Houses
18, 19, 25 and 26 June, 2, 3 July Worthing A chance to visit over 45 venues to look at, and buy, the works of over 200 artists. www.worthingopenhouses.com
Brighton Japan Festival 18-26 June Various venues in Brighton
A 9-day celebration of Japanese food and culture including creative workshops, installation art, and authentic cuisine. www.brightonjapan.com
Children’s Parade
18 June, 10am Starts at the Splashpoint, Worthing The theme is “Outer Space” and the parade will be full of colour, excitement and the infectious beat of samba music. www.visitworthing.co.uk
Lions Donkey Derby and Fun day 19 June Buckingham Park, Shoreham-by-Sea
The day include a full donkey race programme, displays of some classic and vintage vehicles, stalls, and lots of other attractions. www.adureastlions.org.uk
London to Brighton Bike Ride 19 June
Clapham Common to Madeira Drive Annual fundraising bike ride for 27,000 cyclists riding 56 miles for good causes, culminating in a buzzing atmosphere on Brighton seafront. www.bhf.org.uk
Snake Saturday 25 June Drusillas Park Snake experts will be displaying some of their most commonly feared animals in the Discovery Centre. 01323 874100 www.drusillas.co.uk
What’s on Families
Take Part
Spider Sunday 26 June Drusillas Park Spider experts from the British Tarantula Society will be displaying some of their most commonly feared animals in the Discovery Centre. 01323 874100 www.drusillas.co.uk
Paddle Round the Pier 2-3 July
Hove Lawns Europe’s biggest FREE beach and watersports festival. features the very best in water, street & urban sports, live music, kids entertainment, ‘have a go’ opportunities. www.paddleroundthepier.com
Story Magic
Sensory story telling for children with special needs Last Saturday every month Jubilee Library, Brighton Discover the magic of sensory stories particularly suited to children with profound and multiple learning disabilities. 01273 296960 www.brighton-hove.gov.uk
9 April - 9 October
To call the Wind, to Strike the Butterfly 26 March - 9 July
Worthing Museum and Art Gallery Artist and printmaker Carol Wagstaff uses the museum’s collections to influence a new body of work.This exhibition will display her interpretations alongside the range of works that have inspired her from across our eclectic range. www.worthingmuseum.co.uk
Mr Watt, Grumpy Man of Metal 18 March - 28 September Hove Museum and Art Gallery Mr Watt, Grumpy Man of Metal, lives in a metal world and makes metal things – a crab’s bicycle, a flying machine, a new kind of trumpet - an exhibition of metal pieces that will appeal to adults and children alike. 03000 290900 www.brighton-hove-museum.org.uk
Behind the scenes at Preston Manor 25 March and 21 April
Galleries and museums Early years Age 2-5
Brighton and Hove Museums Sessions include art and stories. 01273 290900 www.brighton-hove-museum.org.uk
Green Light Wanes... 26 March - 19 June
Towner Gallery, Eastbourne New work by painter Elizabeth Magill. Each painting is its own enchanting world, its landscapes flickering in and out of view, mirroring the way we all see the world. www.townereastbourne.org.uk
Preston Manor, Brighton For the first time ever Preston Manor opens hidden parts of the house on these very special new tours. 03000 290900 www.brighton-hove-rpml.org.uk
Radical Bloomsbury: The Art of Duncan Grant and Vanessa Bell, 1905-1925 16 April to 9 October 2011 Brighton Museum and Art Gallery
The exhibition looks at the contribution of Vanessa Bell and Duncan Grant to the development of 20th-century British painting, exploring the relationship between the Bloomsbury artists and avant-garde art from 1905 to 1925. 03000 290900 www.brighton-hove-museum.org.uk
Farmers’ markets Churchill Square Farmers Market
Every Wednesday 10am-4pm
Mermaid Market Saturdays and Sundays 11am-4pm
Brighton Marina Square
Brighton Farm Market Every Saturday 9am-3pm North Road, Brighton www.brightonfarmmarket.co.uk
Upper Gardner Street Market Every Saturday 7am-5pm Upper Gardner Street, Brighton www.brightonfarmmarket.co.uk
Shoreham Farmers’ Market
Second Saturday every month 9am-1pm East Street, Shoreham-by-Sea
Worthing Farmers’ Market
Fourth Saturday each month South Street Square, Worthing 01903 203252
Lewes Farmers’ Market First Saturday every month
Cliffe Pedestrian Precinct, Lewes 01273 470900 www.commoncause.org.uk
Motcombe Village Farmers’ Market
Last Sat each month 10-1pm Community Wise, Ocklynge Road, Eastbourne 01323 722924
Southwick Country Market Every Friday 9.15-11am Garden Room, Southwick Community Centre Homemade cakes, plants, fresh eggs, handmade crafts and gifts. figarosfancies@googlemail.com
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