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IN NOTTINGHAM JUNE-SEPTEMBER 2011 EVENTS MUSEUMS EXHIBITIONS FAMILY FUN AND MORE! Includes information on lots of FREE and great value things to do... www.mynottingham.gov.uk/whatson

23 JULY - 3 SEPTEMBER

NOTTINGHAM RIVIERA OLD MARKET SQUARE

Your Guide to Nottingham Events

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Four months of FREE and great value events, culture and fun for everyone!

28 MAY - 5 JUNE

NOTTINGHAM CHILDREN’S WEEK VARIOUS CITY VENUES Come and join us for some FREE and great value events and activities for children and families to enjoy during May half-term week, at various locations across the city.

HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE: CHILDREN’S PICNIC FREE SUNDAY 29 MAY, 11AM - 5PM WOLLATON PARK* Bring a picnic and enjoy a fun filled day. Discover fairytales and fantasy though storytelling, take part in the best dressed teddy competition and get creative!

FAMILY SPORTS DAY FREE SATURDAY 4 JUNE, 11AM-5PM FOREST RECREATION GROUND Fun activities for all ages to enjoy including traditional sports day games, soft play, climbing wall, bouncy castles and much more!

Look online for daily events and activities at local libraries, Children’s Centres, museums, galleries and parks across the city.

For the full Children’s Week Programme visit www.mynottingham.gov.uk/ childrensweek *Car parking charges apply.

All information in this brochure is correct at time of print. To check listings closer to the time visit: www.mynottingham.gov.uk/whatson. We reserve the right to cancel events due to circumstances beyond our control.

24 JULY

SPLENDOUR FESTIVAL WOLLATON PARK ADMISSION AND CAR PARKING CHARGES APPLY Gates open 12noon The music event of the year is back for a fourth year on Sunday 24th July at Wollaton Park. With the Scissor Sisters, Blondie, Eliza Doolittle, Feeder, Cast and many many more, it is an event not to be missed.

Tickets are from just £15 and great discounts are available for people living in Nottingham.

Have your Citycard at the ready when you buy at Rock City or Royal Centre box offices, any Council leisure centre or online at www.splendourfestival.com

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Four months of FREE and great value events, culture and fun for everyone!

26 MAY - 11 JUNE

28 MAY - 12 JUNE

23 JULY - 3 SEPTEMBER

NOTTINGHAM EUROPEAN ARTS & THEATRE FESTIVAL

NOTTINGHAM FESTIVAL OF TENNIS & AEGON TROPHY

NOTTINGHAM RIVIERA

The NEAT 11 festival showcases first class art and theatre in Nottingham; truly offering the best that the City has. It brings together the key art and theatre venues across the city within the one festival. The programme is vigorous, intriguing and uplifting.

It demonstrates the variety of approaches to the making of theatre locally and internationally and will ensure plentiful surprises, delights and challenges.

NOTTINGHAM TENNIS CENTRE FREE Tennis fans in Nottingham are set for a double dose of world-class tennis this summer. The AEGON Trophy will be followed by the AEGON Nottingham Challenge the week after as part of the Nottingham Festival of Tennis, giving fans the chance to watch some of their favourite players, FREE of charge. Nottingham Tennis Centre will hold the tournaments featuring some of Britain's established stars and promising youngsters.

5 JUNE

AUTOKARNA AND EVENING POST MOTOR SHOW WOLLATON PARK FREE ADMISSION PARKING £4 Over 500 vintage, veteran, classic and new cars, autojumble and family entertainment.

OLD MARKET SQUARE, FREE The Old Market Square is transformed into a seaside themed playground, complete with sand, giant paddling pool and fairground rides. This is the perfect way to keep children (and adults!) entertained during the summer. For details visit www.mynottingham.gov.uk/ seaside 25 - 26 JUNE

ARMED FORCES WEEKEND NOTTINGHAM CASTLE, BREWHOUSE YARD & MARKET SQUARE 25 JUNE 10.30 - 5PM 26 JUNE 10.30 - 4PM (5pm finish in Market Square) FREE ENTRY A weekend of family fun to celebrate and honour Britain’s armed forces - past, present and future - with live music, arena events, displays and activities galore.

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Street Art has been kindly supported by POSCA The water-based paint marker suitable for all surfaces Image (centre) Kerry Roper: Modern Youth E326-21010 © Kerry Roper. Courtesy of Kerry Roper

Exhibition organised by the Victoria and Albert Museum, London

5 - 7 AUGUST

2 JULY - 25 SEPTEMBER

RIVERSIDE FESTIVAL

STREET ART; CONTEMPORARY PRINTS FROM THE V&A

VICTORIA EMBANKMENT FREE* Nottingham’s largest outdoor festival returns to the beautiful Trent riverside with live music, street theatre, global crafts and food stalls, arts zone and street fair plus Saturday night’s spectacular firework display. *Car parking charges apply.

22 - 24 JULY

2011 OPEN WEEKEND: COUNTDOWN TO THE OLYMPICS VARIOUS CITY VENUES Nottingham will be marking 1 year to go until the London 2012 Olympics with a range of sports, cultural and family fun activities at various venues over the weekend. Look out for further info on how you can be part of it.

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NOTTINGHAM CASTLE A touring exhibition which explores the way in which street art has moved away from the painted wall into the medium of printmaking. It showcases both British and international artists, including Banksy, D*Face, Eine, Miss Tic and Swoon. Street Art is accompanied by a series of exhibitions, free workshops, film/documentary screenings and public talks. Exhibition organised

by The Victoria and Albert Museum, London.

4 JUNE ONWARDS - 13 DATES

BANDS IN THE PARK VARIOUS CITY LOCATIONS, FREE Live brass band music for all. www.mynottingham.gov.uk/ bandsintheparks

START SATURDAY 11 JUNE BRAND NEW!

ROBIN HOOD’S TOWN TOUR On Saturdays and Sundays throughout the summer, explore the cultural gems of Nottingham on a town tour with its most famous son, Robin Hood. Learn how simple ballads over 700 years old grew into one of the greatest stories ever told.

Tours cost adult £10, child £5, and include entry to Nottingham Castle and Brewhouse Yard.

Ticket must be used within 24 hours of the tour. www.mynottingham.gov.uk/ nottinghamcastle 8 - 11 SEPTEMBER

HERITAGE OPEN DAYS VARIOUS LOCATIONS, FREE A great opportunity to join guided tours and talks and learn about the hidden gems in Nottingham.

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Outdoor Theatre Season 2011

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Dust off your picnic blanket and hamper and come on down to Nottingham's Outdoor Theatre. Book now!

FRIDAY 15 & SATURDAY 16 JULY, 7.30PM TWELFTH NIGHT NEWSTEAD ABBEY Following a shipwreck, Viola is washed ashore in Illyria, a country where everything is illogical, delirious, and completely topsy turvy. It could all end in tears - even if most of them are of laughter.

The historic grounds of Nottingham Castle and Newstead Abbey provide enchanting settings in which to enjoy theatre in the summer evening light.

FRIDAY 8 & SATURDAY 9 JULY 7.30PM MACBETH NOTTINGHAM CASTLE Macbeth - Shakespeare's spookiest of plays and darkest of dark tragedies becomes a spine tingling, eye popping, rib tickling comedy! Lots of witches, lots of laughs! Expect this battle against good and evil to be a physically exciting spectacle!

SUNDAY 10 JULY 7PM A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM NEWSTEAD ABBEY Young lovers. An oppressive father. A forced marriage. A troupe of grandiose amateur players. A recipe for a comedy so charming, so hilarious and so utterly enchanting that it has been delighting audiences for hundreds of years!

WEDNESDAY 20 JULY, 7.30PM PRIDE AND PREJUDICE NOTTINGHAM CASTLE Jane Austen's most popular classic - "Pride and Prejudice" is brought to life and our very own Mr Darcy will make you tingle with anticipation!

FRIDAY 29 JULY, 6.30PM PINOCCHIO NOTTINGHAM CASTLE Geppetto the wood carver's puppet Pinocchio goes on a quest to become a "real boy" by proving himself brave, honest and generous. Performance includes song, dance and plenty of mischief making.

THURSDAY 4 AUGUST, 6.30PM THE CANTERBURY TALES NOTTINGHAM CASTLE Expect music, laughter and tears as a cast of larger-than-life characters tell their tales of deception and redemption, magic and majesty, life and death. Oh, and talking chickens.

Suitable for all the family.

FRIDAY 12 AUGUST, 7PM FANTASTIC MR FOX NEWSTEAD ABBEY All Mr Fox wants from life is to feed his family but three cruel, mean and most ruthless farmers are determined to put a stop to Mr Fox once and for all.

FRIDAY 19 AUGUST, 7.30PM THE PIRATES OF PENZANCE NEWSTEAD ABBEY Gilbert and Sullivan's most popular comic opera about an apprentice pirate, born on 29th February, who learns he is contracted to the pirates until his 21st BIRTHDAY, not his 21st year. Great musical fun!

FRIDAY 26 & SATURDAY 27 AUGUST, 7.30PM TAMING OF THE SHREW NOTTINGHAM CASTLE The classic play “The Taming of the Shrew” returns. Everyone in Padua wants to marry Bianca, but Bianca isn't free to marry until her shrewish sister, Kate finds a husband!

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Festival and Events Dates for Your Diary

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13 - 15 OCTOBER ROBIN HOOD BEER FESTIVAL NOTTINGHAM CASTLE A choice of over 700 beers, entertainment, local food.

25 - 29 OCTOBER GAMECITY GameCity, the world’s best loved cultural videogames festival, returns.

GOOSE FAIR

9 JULY STREET RACING OLD MARKET SQUARE Races from 10:30am, suitable for 6-19 year olds. All welcome! 60m races in an 8 lane running track.

30 JULY NOTTINGHAMSHIRE PRIDE FOREST RECREATION GROUND, FREE Lesbian, gay, bisexual and transexual festival with live music and performances.

CARIBBEAN CARNIVAL

13-14 AUGUST CARIBBEAN CARNIVAL FOREST RECREATION GROUND, FREE Experience the sights and sounds of the Caribbean - live music, arts and craft stalls, carnival parade (Sunday) and global market.

11 SEPTEMBER EXPERIAN ROBIN HOOD FESTIVAL OF RUNNING VICTORIA EMBANKMENT Nottingham’s favourite marathon!

7 AUGUST NOTTINGHAM MELA VICTORIA EMBANKMENT, FREE A celebration of Asian culture with live music, dancing, arts, crafts and food stalls.

1 OCTOBER - 30 NOVEMBER NOTTINGHAM BLACK HISTORY SEASON VARIOUS LOCATIONS Events and exhibitions exploring and celebrating black culture and heritage.

29 JUNE - 10 JULY NOTTINGHAM FOOD AND DRINK FESTIVAL A 12-day celebration of fantastic food and drink with special events such as cocktail flaring, belly dancing, 50s diner nights and wine tasting sessions. www.wearenottingham.co.uk/ foodfestival.php

5 - 9 OCTOBER GOOSE FAIR FOREST RECREATION GROUND, FREE ENTRY Over 500 attractions, thrilling white knuckle rides, children and family rides. Plus fairground treats, market stalls and an unbeatable atmosphere.

29 - 30 OCTOBER ROBIN HOOD PAGEANT NOTTINGHAM CASTLE ADMISSION CHARGES APPLY Celebrate the region’s most famous legend in a pageant for all the family to enjoy. With medieval re-enactments, live jousting tournaments, music and much more.

5 NOVEMBER BONFIRE NIGHT FOREST RECREATION GROUND, FREE Nottingham’s FREE annual bonfire night and fireworks display.

19 NOVEMBER 2011 11 MARCH 2012 FLASHBACK ANISH KAPOOR NOTTINGHAM CASTLE A major new exhibition by one of the UK's leading artists of sensual and beguiling sculptures. ● NOVEMBER/DECEMBER Look out for the return of the Winter Wonderland to the Old Market Square!

Venues

NOTTINGHAM CASTLE & ART GALLERY OFF FRIAR LANE, NOTTINGHAM NG1 6EL TEL: 0115 915 3700 www.mynottingham.gov.uk/ nottinghamcastle Nottingham Castle is a magnificent 17th century ducal mansion built on the site of an original Medieval Castle, with spectacular views across the city. The Castle has a turbulent past, linked to kings and conquerors and still has a maze of original caves hidden beneath its imposing walls. You can take a tour of the caves and discover King David's dungeon, the Duke of Newcastle's Wine Cellar and Mortimer's Hole. For tour times please check our website.

Nottingham Castle today is a vibrant museum, with galleries that bring the best regional, national and international artists’ work to the City.

A wide selection of delicious refreshments are available in the Café.

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THE MUSEUM OF NOTTINGHAM LIFE AT BREWHOUSE YARD CASTLE BOULEVARD, NOTTINGHAM NG7 1FB TEL: 0115 915 3640 www.mynottingham.gov.uk/ nottinghamlife This fascinating museum tells the story of life in Nottingham over the last 300 years. The museum offers a specific insight into the social history of Nottingham, and the objects used by local people over the last few centuries.

Housed in five 17th century cottages the Museum of Nottingham Life has a variety of intriguing attractions, including: the history of the Brewhouse Yard site, reconstructed rooms, shops and gallery displays featuring toys and stories.

There’s also a reconstructed Victorian schoolroom in the adjacent Rock Cottage.

GREEN’S WINDMILL WINDMILL LANE, SNEINTON, NOTTINGHAM NG2 4QB TEL: 0115 915 6878 www.mynottingham.gov.uk/ greensmill FREE ENTRY Green’s Mill, once home to the 19th century miller and celebrated mathematician George Green, is the only citybased windmill in the UK. Many types of flour are still produced at the mill today and available to buy when on your visit. You can also enjoy a tour to see the the inner workings of the mill.

Green’s Mill also houses a Science Centre which has a range of hands-on interactive exhibits, perfect for the whole family to enjoy.

A wide variety of activities take place at the mill including bread baking, kite making and weather mobiles. Visit website for details.

Also perfect for children’s birthday parties, private tours and pre-booked groups.

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VENUE INFORMATION For museum and art gallery opening times and admission charges please visit their individual web pages or ring the site.

RAVENSHEAD, NOTTINGHAMSHIRE NG15 8NA TEL: 01623 455 900 www.mynottingham.gov.uk/ newsteadabbey Once home to the great romantic poet Lord Byron, there is much to see and do at this picturesque site. All year round visitors can enjoy its stunning grounds. Covering over 300 acres the gardens and parklands feature paths that meander past lakes, ponds and waterfalls.

From April to September, visitors may also explore the historic house via house tours. These take place at 1pm, 2pm and 3pm (subject to demand), last approximately 45 minutes, and take in medieval cloisters, splendid Victorian room settings and even the private apartments of Byron. The house is also available for private tours and special events, these must be arranged in advanced. Minimum of 10 people per party.

The Café at the Abbey is open daily.

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WOLLATON HALL AND DEER PARK

• Wollaton Hall and Deer Park closures

WOLLATON PARK, NOTTINGHAM NG8 2AE TEL: 0115 915 3900 www.mynottingham.gov.uk/ wollatonhall FREE ENTRY New parking charges apply

We apologise for any inconvenience during closures. Wollaton Hall is closed from 20 June - 6 July.

Wollaton Park is closed from 27 June - 4 July.

These dates may change. Check www.mynottingham.gov.uk/ wollatonhall or phone 0115 915 3900 before your visit.

Wollaton Hall and Deer Park is one of the country’s finest Grade One listed Elizabethan mansions, set within 500 acres of beautiful parkland. This magnificent site invites visitors of all ages to experience a wealth of stunning architecture, interesting permanent and temporary exhibitions, a packed events programme, along with an array of wildlife, all set within dramatic, natural landscapes.

Go behind the scenes on a variety of guided tours available throughout the year and on demand for groups. Other special events include costumed tours, puppet shows, craft fairs, Segway tours and our popular spooky Ghost Nights (not for the faint hearted!)

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The online What’s On Guide includes up to date listings from Nottingham City Council venues, Galleries of Justice, Lakeside Arts Centre, New Art Exchange, Nottingham Contemporary, Nottingham Playhouse, Rock City, Royal Centre and CapitalFM Arena.

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THE ART OF ADVERTISING JOHN PLAYER’S 2 JULY - 25 SEPTEMBER NOTTINGHAM CASTLE John Player & Sons was established in Broad Marsh in 1877.

The company went on to become a major presence in the city, employing thousands of local people on its site in Radford. This exhibition charts the evolution of the tobacco firm’s advertising approaches, beginning in the 1880s and running through until the 1960s. The pieces reflect changing attitudes in society, as well as developments in graphic design and marketing practices. The exhibition features "The Sailor and The Showcards", a film created

by Nottingham Museum's Young Arts Collective and playwright Andy Barrett.

EVENTS TO ACCOMPANY THE ART OF ADVERTISING CURATOR’S TALK 10 JULY 12.30 - 1.15PM FREE TALK, NAA NOTTINGHAM CASTLE Establishing the Brand The earliest surviving examples of Player's advertising provide a fascinating insight into brand development. For example did you know the original Player's trademark featured Nottingham Castle? Maria Erskine, Keeper of Community History, will give an illustrated talk on trends in the pre-war era.

STOP PRESS FESTIVAL OF BRITISH ARCHAEOLOGY 22 & 29 JULY

MUSEUM OF NOTTINGHAM LIFE BREWHOUSE YARD Call 0115 913 3640 for details.

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EXHIBITION TALK BY PROF. CHRIS WRIGLEY, NOTTINGHAM UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF HISTORY 27 JULY 12.30 - 1.15PM FREE TALK, NAA NOTTINGHAM CASTLE The Home Front in the First World War: Of munitions, textiles and cigarettes.

The war saw shortages of labour and imported raw materials, leading to dilemmas of scarcity and choice, with munitions a high priority, textiles less so, and cigarettes a matter of morale for the fighting and the home fronts.

EXHIBITION TALK 17 AUGUST 12.30 - 1.15PM FREE TALK, NAA NOTTINGHAM CASTLE Lighting Up History A look through the business records of the famous Nottingham-based tobacco company, led by Archivist Richard Burman, drawing from the documents held at Nottinghamshire Archives.

EXHIBITION TALK BY PROF. ELIZABETH HARVEY, NOTTINGHAM UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF HISTORY 21 SEPTEMBER 12.30 - 1.15PM FREE TALK, NAA NOTTINGHAM CASTLE John Player’s advertising campaigns in the 1950s and 1960s. We often associate Player’s classic adverts with naval motifs and the ‘sailor’ - but following the Second World War these images were accompanied by a new emphasis on glamour, pleasure and romance. How can we read such images and what does this tell us about the social and cultural trends of the time?

Booking essential for all talks: 0115 915 3700 (limited places available)

Art and Exhibitions

GOLDEN PROSPECTS FROM THE END OF JULY 2011 NOTTINGHAM CASTLE Just in time for the summer holidays the newly refurbished Family gallery will re-open at the end of July 2011.

The theme of ‘Golden Prospects’ invites our younger visitors to enjoy paintings and objects depicting journeys and exploration across the Big Wide World. Put on your cloak, jump in the boat, follow the map and travel wherever your imagination takes you. CAA. NAA SNEINTON ARTIST’S SUMMER SHOWCASE 2 & 3 JULY 11AM - 4PM, FREE GREEN’S WINDMILL Paintings, photography, ceramics, paper sculpture, textiles, jewellery and the Erstz Museum. Work will be on sale.

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TREASURES FROM THE TRENT: LOG BOATS 4 AUGUST 1 - 2PM NOTTINGHAM CASTLE A talk to accompany the ‘Along the River Trent’ exhibition on the Mezzanine. A chance to find out about our wonderful Iron Age log boats, recovered during dredging at Clifton and Holme Pierrepont in the 1930s and 1960s. Find out why each site has an important archaeological claim to fame! Studio 2. Meet in the History Gallery. NAA ALONG THE RIVER TRENT ARCHAEOLOGICAL OBJECT HANDLING 16 JULY 2-4PM

NOTTINGHAM CASTLE This is a chance to handle items found on or near the Trent that weren’t in the Exhibition. Meet the Archaeological Collections Officer in the Mezzanine Gallery.

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BLOCKWERK ORCHESTRA & THE NEW LONG GALLERY DISPLAYS APRIL TO OCTOBER 10AM - 5PM NOTTINGHAM CASTLE Artfully Sighted (a group from Nottinghamshire Royal Society for the Blind) commissioned digital artist Noel Murphy and musician and sonic artist Tom Hill to lead them in the design and production of an innovative and multisensory installation, Blockwerk Orchestra. Blockwerk Orchestra invites you to explore art through sound and music and to become part of a multi-sensory orchestra.

Suitable for children and adults.

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Heritage

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TOURS OF WOLLATON HALL £2.50 ADULTS, £2 CONCESSIONS WOLLATON HALL* Join our guide for a fascinating 45 minute tour of the Hall to hear its intriguing history. Tours run throughout the day, everyday (subject to daily conditions).

Please call 0115 915 3900 for further information.

A DAY WITH NATURE 26 MAY - 4 SEPTEMBER THURSDAY - SUNDAY 11AM - 4PM WOLLATON PARK* (COURTYARD STUDIO) With the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB). + RSPB FAMILY FUN DAY 3 JULY Family activities in the park.

LADIES DAY 12 JUNE 2PM, £15 PER PERSON NEWSTEAD ABBEY GARDEN ROOM & FRENCH GARDEN Celebrate Royal Ascot with a special Ladies Day champagne afternoon tea in the beautiful garden room. Dress to impress, prize for the best hat!

Booking essential: 01623 455900 SUMMER FELT BUNTING 25 JUNE 10AM - 12.30PM £20 INCLUDING MATERIALS AND REFRESHMENTS GREEN’S WINDMILL Felt your own bright bunting. For 16+ years. Booking essential: 0115 958 9203

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AFTERNOON TEA EVERY SUNDAY JUNE, JULY & AUGUST 2PM & 3PM. £10 PER PERSON. NEWSTEAD ABBEY Join us for traditional afternoon tea in the Garden Room and French Garden. Booking essential: 01623 455900

HOUSE TOURS NEWSTEAD ABBEY EVERY SUNDAY 1PM, 2PM, 3PM. £10 PER PERSON INCLUDES HOUSE TOUR, GARDEN ENTRY AND A DRINK IN THE CAFÉ AT THE ABBEY. Pre-booking essential. Specialised tours available on request.

SUNDAY STEAMINGS 31 JULY, 28 AUGUST 25 SEPTEMBER 10AM - 4PM, ADULTS £1 CHILDREN FREE INDUSTRIAL MUSEUM WOLLATON HALL* Experience the golden age of steam with the Nottingham Arkwright Society. CAA

ABBEY AMBLES 6 & 27 AUGUST 2PM, £20 NEWSTEAD ABBEY Tour the house and grounds rounded off with afternoon tea.

Booking essential: 01623 455900

MOTH WATCH 8 AND 27 JULY 10.30PM - MIDNIGHT £2 GREEN’S WINDMILL Join the staff for a moth watching session. Booking essential. CAA SUNDAY SEGWAYS 31 JULY, 28 AUGUST 25 SEPTEMBER 10AM - 4PM TOURS £10 PER PERSON (30 MINS). TASTER SESSIONS £3 (5 MINS).

WOLLATON HALL* Try out our brilliant Segways on a tour around the park.

(Height/age restrictions apply).

REGENCY DAYS 1 - 7 AUGUST 11AM - 4PM £1 NEWSTEAD ABBEY Explore Newstead’s collection of fine dressing up attire. Suitable for all ages. CAA. NAA

LUCKY BAGS 17 SEPTEMBER 10AM - 12.30PM, £20 GREEN’S WINDMILL Create and embellish felt bags or purses. For 16+ years.

Booking essential: 0115 915 9203 WOLLATON’S WAR 17 - 18 SEPTEMBER WOLLATON HALL & PARK* Find out about the role Wollaton Park played during World War II. WEDDING FAIR 2 OCTOBER, 11AM - 4PM NEWSTEAD ABBEY NAA Everything you need to plan your big day. Details: 01623 455900. ● DATE FOR YOUR DIARY HALLOWEEN MARKET WOLLATON HALL* 29 - 30 OCTOBER *Car parking charges apply to all events at Wollaton Hall.

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Family Fun

15 GREEN’S MILL MOUSE TRAIL EVERY MONDAY 11AM - 3PM £1 GREEN’S WINDMILL Follow the mill mouse trail looking for Monty the mouse and solving clues around the windmill. Win a Green’s Mill badge! 3+ years. CAA

ROBIN HOOD AND HARI AT THE CASTLE BACKPACKS EVERY SATURDAY 11AM - 3PM FREE ACTIVITIES NOTTINGHAM CASTLE Follow Robin Hood and Hari in two new family trails, and complete the fun activities in the Castle’s galleries. For 5 - 10 years. CAA. NAA FUN TRAILS AT NOTTINGHAM CASTLE TUESDAY TO SUNDAY 10AM - 5PM FREE TRAILS NOTTINGHAM CASTLE Try our fun trails at Nottingham Castle. Explore the objects and galleries and find out about some of the city’s best-loved characters and the history of the Castle. Suitable for children and adults. CAA. NAA MINI MEADOW SEED GIVEAWAY EVENT 29 MAY, 31 JULY, 21 AUGUST, AND 11 SEPTEMBER 11AM - 4PM NEWSTEAD ABBEY Join Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust for their Mini Meadow Seed pack Giveaway event.

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ROTOCOPTERS AND SPINNING BLIMPS 2 JUNE 2PM - 3.30PM £1 GREEN’S WINDMILL Drop in and make simple flying things from paper. For 3+ years.

CAA STRAWBERRY AND CREAM MUFFINS 3 JUNE 11AM - 1PM £5 GREEN’S WINDMILL Using Green’s Mill flour to make scrumptious muffins. To include a guided tour of the windmill. For 7+ years. CAA Booking essential: 0115 915 6878.

SNEINTON FESTIVAL LAUNCH PICNIC AT THE MILL 25 JUNE 11AM - 4PM FREE SMALL CHARGE FOR FACE PAINTING GREEN’S WINDMILL Bring a picnic and come along to the Sneinton Festival launch day. Kite making, face painting, Viking games and crafts. This event launches a week of activities for Sneinton Festival.

Look out for the Festival programme for details.

MUSICAL SHAKERS 10 JULY 11AM - 1PM £2.50 GREEN’S WINDMILL Come along and make 2 simple shakers from metal, wood and beads. For 5+ years. CAA SEASIDE WINDMILLS 11 JULY 11AM - 12.30PM £2 GREEN’S WINDMILL Make and decorate simple seaside windmills to take home.

For 3+ years. CAA SLUGS & BUGS 25 - 31 JULY 11AM - 4PM £1 INCLUDES PRIZE. NEWSTEAD ABBEY Take part in exciting activities including fun quizzes and trails through the grounds. Suitable for children of all ages.

CAA. NAA COOKIE CUTTER PIZZA 29 JULY AND 11 AUGUST 11AM - 12.30PM £2 GREEN’S WINDMILL Drop in for a shorter version of our bake and take sessions using organic Green’s Mill flour.

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Family Fun

PLAY DOUGH 31 JULY 11AM - 12.30PM £1 GREEN’S WINDMILL See play dough being made from Green’s Mill flour then shape the fresh warm dough into fun shapes of your choice.

For 2+ years. CAA HARI AND BIBI’S MUSEUM ADVENTURES 2 AND 16 AUGUST 2PM- 3.30PM NOTTINGHAM CASTLE Hear Hari and Bibi’s stories told by their creator Panya Banjoka and try out some simple activities. For 3 - 8 years. CAA DOODLE BUG MURAL 3 AUGUST 11AM - 3PM, FREE WOLLATON HALL Come and help us create a big bug mural in the Great Hall.

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THE BIG DOODLE! 4, 11, 18 and 25 AUGUST 11AM - 4PM NOTTINGHAM CASTLE Get involved in an on-going live drawing project with local street artists, Ging and Small Kid. No art skills required. Old clothes recommended. Suitable for all ages. CAA. NAA SUN CATCHERS 5 AUGUST 11AM - 1PM 50P MUSEUM OF NOTTINGHAM LIFE BREWHOUSE YARD Make a glittering mobile to catch the summer sun. For 5 years+.

CAA. NAA SILLY SCIENCE DEMOS AND ACTIVITIES 5,12 AND 19 AUGUST 11AM - 1PM £5 GREEN’S WINDMILL Join staff for some fantastic science demonstrations and activities, followed by a guided tour of the windmill. For 5+ years. CAA

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WINDSOCKS 6 AUGUST 2PM - 3.30PM £2 GREEN’S WINDMILL Create a decorative windsock to blow gently in the wind. Use as a location mark on camping holidays! For 3+ years. CAA SEASIDE WINDMILLS 7 AUGUST 2PM - 3.30PM £2 GREEN’S WINDMILL Make and decorate simple seaside windmills to take home.

For 3+ years. CAA FOREST FRIENDS 8 - 14 AUGUST 11AM - 4PM £1 INCLUDES PRIZE NEWSTEAD ABBEY Take part in exciting activities including fun quizzes and trails through the grounds. Suitable for children of all ages.

CAA. NAA BUGS BALL 10 AUGUST 11AM - 12.30PM & 1- 2.30PM £1 PER SESSION WOLLATON HALL You are invited to a Bugs Ball.

Make a mask, try some balloon modelling and take a turn on the dance floor with Fairy Dazzle.

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FOSSIL FRIDAY 12 AUGUST 11.30AM - 12PM 12.30PM - 1PM, 2PM - 2.30PM 3PM - 3.30PM £2 PER SESSION WOLLATON HALL HALF HOUR SESSIONS THROUGHOUT THE DAY Find a plaster cast replica of a fossil in the sand, decorate it and take it home. Learn about the fossil you found. For 5+ years.

Limited availability so booking essential: 0115 915 3935. Car parking charges apply. CAA SPARKLE & SHINE 12 AUGUST 11AM - 1PM MUSEUM OF NOTTINGHAM LIFE BREWHOUSE YARD Pick up some tips from years gone by from Hettie the Housemaid. For 5 years+.

CAA. NAA VICTORIAN FUN AND GAMES 15 - 21 AUGUST 11AM - 4PM £1 NEWSTEAD ABBEY Step back in time and test your hand at some of the exciting games enjoyed by children in the Victorian era. CAA. NAA

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CATERPILLAR PUPPET BUG 17 AUGUST 11AM - 1PM 50p WOLLATON HALL Make a bouncy caterpillar puppet. Car parking charges apply. CAA

UGLY BUGS 24 AUGUST 11AM - 1PM £1 WOLLATON HALL Create your own ugly bug!

Car parking charges apply. CAA

CHOCOLATE MUFFINS 18 AUGUST 11AM - 1PM £5 GREEN’S WINDMILL Using Green’s Mill flour make scrumptious muffins. Includes guided tour of the windmill. For 5 - 11 years. Booking essential: 0115 915 6878. CAA

CHALKING IN THE MILL YARD 25 AUGUST 11AM - 12.30PM FREE GREEN’S WINDMILL Draw your favourite characters on the stones in the mill yard.

All welcome (weather permitting).

CAA

UV MAGIC FRIENDSHIP BRACELET 19 AUGUST 11AM - 1PM 50p MUSEUM OF NOTTINGHAM LIFE BREWHOUSE YARD Make a friendship bracelet that will change colour in the sun.

For 5 years+. CAA. NAA

SUN CLOCK 26 AUGUST 11AM - 1PM £1 MUSEUM OF NOTTINGHAM LIFE BREWHOUSE YARD Impress your friends by being able to tell the time without a watch! For 5 years+. CAA. NAA

SAFARI WITH LIVINGSTONE 22 - 28 AUGUST 11AM - 4PM £1 INCLUDES PRIZE NEWSTEAD ABBEY Take part in exciting activities including fun quizzes and trails through the grounds. Suitable for children of all ages. CAA

BESIDE THE SEA 29 AUGUST - 4 SEPTEMBER 11AM - 4PM £1 INCLUDES PRIZE NEWSTEAD ABBEY Exciting activities, fun quizzes and trails through the grounds.

Suitable for children of all ages.

CAA

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Family Fun BUG MARKS 31 AUGUST 11AM - 1PM 50P WOLLATON HALL Create a stylish bookmark for your favourite book!

Car parking charges apply.

CAA

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BAKING BREAD 2 SEPTEMBER 11AM - 1PM £5 GREEN’S WINDMILL Use Green’s Mill flour to bake delicious bread rolls. Includes a guided tour of the windmill. For 3 - 6 years. Booking essential: 0115 915 6878. CAA

WILDLIFE TRUST - ‘WILDLIFE IN THE CITY’ DAYS OUT www.nottinghamcity.gov.uk/wildlife GO WILD AT WOLLATON 29 JULY, 9 AUGUST 11AM - 3PM 19 AUGUST, FROM 7PM ALL FREE WOLLATON PARK Join Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust's Wildlife in the City Team for a range of drop in nature themed activities for all the family. Meet outside adjacent to the Yard Gallery.

For further details contact Erin McDaid on 0115 958 8242. Car parking charges apply.

EVENING WILDLIFE WALK 17 AUGUST 7PM FREE WOLLATON PARK Join the City Team for an evening stroll to explore the wilder side of this well known park taking in important woodland, meadow and wetland habitats. Meet in the top car park nearest the Hall. For details contact on Lynn Victor 0115 958 8242. Car parking charges apply.

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Green’s Windmill Birthday Parties!

SATURDAYS AND SUNDAYS THROUGHOUT THE YEAR, FROM £100 MONDAY TO THURSDAY DURING SCHOOL HOLIDAYS (EXCLUSIVE SITE USE PARTIES) FROM £150.

ROOM HIRE ONLY FROM £40

17 -18 JUNE FINE FOOD MARKET OLD MARKET SQUARE 15 - 16 JULY FINE FOOD MARKET OLD MARKET SQUARE 19 - 20 AUGUST FINE FOOD MARKET OLD MARKET SQUARE 29 - 30 AUGUST SUMMER CRAFT FAIR WOLLATON HALL 16 - 17 SEPTEMBER FINE FOOD MARKET OLD MARKET SQUARE

Celebrate your birthday at GREEN’S WINDMILL! Parties last for 2 hours with a choice of baking, craft or silly science parties.

Or maybe you would like to create a party yourself! For options, details and availability call 0115 915 6878.

Events at Libraries CELEBRATING LOCAL HISTORY! THROUGHOUT MAY, FREE NOTTINGHAM CITY LIBRARIES Nottingham City Libraries will be hosting a range of FREE events and activities to celebrate Local History Month in May. From Luddites to Gargoyles, surname origins to the county gaol - find out about YOUR local history!

Visit www.mynottingham.gov.uk/ localstudies to find out more.

FESTIVAL OF READING MAY - JULY NOTTINGHAM CITY LIBRARIES The Festival of Reading is a summer celebration of books and reading, featuring a wide variety of events across Nottingham City Libraries and other venues. Highlights include top author Jim Crace, Crime Readers’ Day, Pub Quiz, Literary Cafes and an Alt. Fiction Day. Visit www.mynottingham.gov.uk/ festivalofreading for details.

COMPUTER LEARNING: EBAY 10 MAY BILBOROUGH LIBRARY 11 MAY RADFORD-LENTON LIBRARY BOTH 10AM - 12.30PM FREE Shop safely online with an introduction to eBay, for inexperienced computer learners.

All sessions are for adults only and you must book in advance as these sessions are very popular: call 0115 915 5795 to book at Bilborough and 0115 915 1790 to book at RadfordLenton.

GIANT BOOK SALE 20 MAY 9AM - 5.30PM 21 MAY 9AM - 12.30PM FREE ENTRY NOTTINGHAM CENTRAL LIBRARY Come and browse ex-library stock and pick up a bargain!

Contact the library on 0115 915 2824 for further information.

CELEBRATING CHILDREN’S WEEK NATIONAL FAMILY WEEK 30 MAY - 5 JUNE, FREE EVENTS AT ASPLEY, BILBOROUGH, NOTTINGHAM CENTRAL AND WOLLATON LIBRARIES AND THE VICTORIA CENTRE Join us for some special fun with magician Jeffrey Jumper, Johnny and the Raindrops and pirate stories and crafts. Visit www.mynottingham.gov.uk/ libraries for details.

NOTTINGHAM WILDLIFE TRUST 8 JUNE, 2PM, FREE BILBOROUGH LIBRARY Find out about the urban wildlife on your doorstep with the experts from the Nottingham Wildlife Trust. For more information contact Bilborough Library: 0115 915 5795.

For full information about Libraries call 0115 915 2828 or visit www.mynottingham.gov.uk/libraries

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CIRCUS STARS CHILDREN’S SUMMER READING CHALLENGE 23 JULY - 10 SEPTEMBER NOTTINGHAM CITY LIBRARIES FREE Looking for a challenge? Visit your library this summer and join the challenge to read six books.

Receive give-aways and a medal and certificate if you succeed!

You can also enjoy circus themed events and storytimes at your local library. Further details available from each library and at www.mynottingham.gov.uk/ libraries from the end of June.

ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS FAMILY HISTORY COURSE 14, 21 & 28 SEPTEMBER 9.30AM - 12.30PM, NOTTINGHAM CENTRAL LIBRARY This popular 3 part family history course returns for anyone who wants to learn how to get started and pick up tips for tracing their family history. Cost £25 for whole course or £10 per session. For further details and to book your place, contact the Local Studies Library on 0115 915 2873 or via email local_studies.library @nottinghamcity.gov.uk

Events at Parks

ALL EVENTS LISTED ON THIS PAGE ARE FREE

ORIENTEERING Come and have a go at the combined skills of map reading and physical exercise.

WILDLIFE WALKS Join the Park Ranger for an informative walk around the City’s parks and nature reserves.

1 JUNE 1PM - 3PM BULWELL HALL PARK Meet at the main car park by the pavilion.

5 JUNE 10AM COLWICK WOODS Meet at the entrance on Sneinton Boulevard opposite the junction with Highcliffe Road.

2 JUNE 1PM - 3PM WOODTHORPE GRANGE PARK Meet near the Woodthorpe grange main entrance.

27 JULY 1PM - 3PM SOUTHGLADE PARK Meet at the entrance to the Leisure Centre.

WILDLIFE WATCH Are you 8 - 13 years old?

Interested in nature exploration and discovery, games and practical activities with other young people? Then come along and join in the fun with Wildlife Watch group. Under 8’s welcome but must be accompanied by an adult.

Please come dressed for the weather.

4 JUNE, 2 JULY, 6 AUGUST 3 SEPTEMBER 10.30AM - 12.30PM BULWELL HALL PARK Meet by the Toy Library near the main entrance to Bulwell Hall Park off Sandhurst Road.

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7 AUGUST 10.30AM DAYBROOK & VALLEY ROAD WATER MEADOW Meet at 5 Ways Public House on Edwards Lane.

4 SEPTEMBER 10.30AM SNAPE WOOD & SELLERS WOOD Meet outside Snape Wood Community Centre.

LONGEST DAY EVENING WALK 21 JUNE 7PM FOREST RECREATION GROUND Meet at the Pirate Ship. Join the Park Ranger for a summer solstice stroll around four historical sites starting in the Forest Recreation Ground, taking in parts of the Rock Cemetery, the Arboretum and finishing in the General Cemetery.

WORLD RANGER DAY 31 JULY 11AM - 5PM WOODTHORPE GRANGE PARK Try your hand at pond dipping, butterfly spotting, survival skills, nest box making, orienteering and many other activities, all on World Ranger Day.

For the full Parks event programme call 0115 915 2733 or visit www.mynottingham.gov.uk/parkevents

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POND DIPPING Come and take a dip into the watery world of pond dwellers and discover the variety of life that exists in your local green space.

4 AUGUST 1PM - 3PM VERNON PARK Meet at the lake by the Vernon Road entrance near the library.

9 AUGUST 1PM - 3PM COLWICK PARK Meet at the Adventure Centre.

15 AUGUST 1PM - 3PM MARTIN’S POND Meet at Russell Drive entrance.

24 AUGUST 1PM - 3PM HOLME PIT Meet at Holme Pit Pond.

BAT WALKS Join the Park Ranger for an evening walk to discover and identify which bats are living in this urban environment.

1 SEPTEMBER 7.45PM WOODTHORPE GRANGE PARK Meet in front of Woodthorpe Grange building.

6 SEPTEMBER 7.45PM MARTIN’S POND Meet at Russell avenue entrance.

12 SEPTEMBER 7.30PM BULWELL BOGS & ALONG THE RIVER LEEN Meet at the Tram stop.

21 SEPTEMBER 7.15PM FOREST RECREATION GROUND & ROCK CEMETARY Meet at the Pirate Ship.

FAMILY FUN AT LAKESIDE Create, explore & enjoy!

Wheee!

LAKESIDE’S INTERNATIONAL CHILDREN’S THEATRE & DANCE FESTIVAL! 30 MAY - 8 JUNE 2011

With tons of fabulous theatre and dance from as far as Spain and Denmark, plus a variety of fun activities in Highfields Park on Saturday 4 & Sunday 5 June, Wheee! 2011 is a family festival not to be missed!

Lots of fun for little ones and their families!

SUMMER SCHOOLS All Summer Schools are £75 for the week.

1 - 5 AUGUST 8-12 YEARS

8 - 12 AUGUST 12+ YEARS

15 - 19 AUGUST 8+ YEARS

OUTDOORS INDOORS

THE SOCIAL NETWORK

CREATE A PLAY IN A WEEK

Use the natural landscape at Lakeside to create an incredible wildlife installation.

Using theatre to explore the phenomenon of Facebook and social networking, create an original play based on participants experiences.

LAKESIDE ARTS CENTRE UNIVERSITY PARK, NOTTINGHAM BOX OFFICE 0115 846 7777 WWW.LAKESIDEARTS.ORG.UK

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Week-by-Week Diary Planner Use this handy planner to check out the major events and what’s happening at Nottingham’s museums and heritage sites. To find out what’s happening at other culture and entertainment venues across Nottingham check out the venue guide on page 30 or visit www.mynottingham.gov.uk/whatson.

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ALL INFORMATION CORRECT AT TIME OF PRINT. We reserve the right to cancel events due to circumstances beyond our control.

❤ To check details of children’s week events visit www.mynottingham.gov.uk/childrensweek

Concessions available on some charges - check detailed entry.

A&E = Arts and Exhibitions NAA = Normal Admission applies CAA = Children must be accompanied by an adult *Car parking charge apply to all events at Wollaton Hall and Deer Park DATES

WHAT’S ON

EVENT TYPE / CHARGE / VENUE / PAGE

Every Saturday

Robin Hood & Hari Backpacks

Event / NAA. CAA / Nottingham Castle / 15

Tues to Sun

Fun Trails At Nottingham Castle

Event / NAA. CAA / Nottingham Castle / 15

Daily

Green’s Mill Mouse Trail

Event / £1 / CAA / Green’s Windmill / 15

18 March - 31 Jul

The Art of Advertising John Player ‘s

A&E / NAA / Nottingham Castle / 11

April To Oct

Blockwerk Orchestra & The New Long Gallery Displays

A&E / NAA / Nottingham Castle / 13

26 May - 11 Jun

Nottingham European Arts & Theatre Festival

Event / CHECK / Various city venues / 4 www.neatfestival.co.uk

28 May - 5 Jun

The Villianous Sheriff Of Nottingham Puts Robin Hood On Trial

Children’s Week / Children & concs £6.95, £8.95 adults Galleries Of Justice / ❤

28 May - 12 Jun

Nottingham Festival of Tennis and Aegon Trophy

Event / FREE / Nottingham Tennis Centre / 4

Starts 11 Jun (every Sat & Sun)

Robin Hood's Town Tour -

Event / Tours cost adult £10, child £5 and include entry to Nottingham Castle and Brewhouse Yard / 5

2 July - 25 Sept

The Art Of Advertising John Player’s

A&E / NAA / Nottingham Castle / 11

2 July - 25 Sept

Street Art; Contemporary Prints From The V&A

A&E / NAA / Nottingham Castle / 5

From end of July

Golden Prospects

A&E / NAA.. CAA / Nottingham Castle / 13

23 July - 3 Sept

Nottingham Riviera

Event / FREE / Old Market Square / 4

5 Aug - 18 Sept

Nottingham Outlaws Photography Exhibition

A&E / NAA / Museum Of Nottingham Life

24 Sept - 13 Nov

Nottingham And Notts. Photographic Society Exhibition

A&E / NAA / Museum Of Nottingham Life

Night Of Festivals: Box Of Tricks

Children's Week / FREE / Old Market Square / see website

28 May

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DATES

WHAT’S ON

EVENT TYPE / CHARGE / VENUE / PAGE

28 May

New Robin Hood and Hari At The Castle Backpacks

Children's Week / NAA / Nottingham Castle / 15

28 May

Parachutes

Children's Week / £1 / Green’s Windmill / ❤

28 May - 8 Jun

Lakeside International Children’s Theatre and Dance Festival

Children's Week / Various / Lakeside Arts Centre & Highfields Park / ❤

29 May - 5 June

Nottingham Children’s Week

Event / CHECK / Various City venues / ❤

29 May

Children’s Picnic

Children's Week / FREE / Wollaton Hall* / 3

29 May

Seaside Windmills

Children's Week / £1 / Green’s Windmill / ❤

30 May

Goldilocks Mock Trail For Children

Children's Week / £6.95 / Galleries Of Justice / ❤

30 May

Pizza Baking

Children's Week / £3 / Green’s Windmill / ❤

30 May - 4 Jun

Winnie The Pooh (U)

Children's Week / £3.50 / Broadway Cinema / ❤

31 May

Watery Wildlife

Children's Week / £5 per child, £1 discount for subsequent child Attenborough Nature Reserve / ❤

31 May

Tudor Trails And Colouring

Children's Week / 50p / Wollaton Hall* / ❤

31 May - 2 Jun

Wild Story Challenge

Children's Week / FREE / Nottingham Contemporary / ❤

31 May - 3 Jun

One Little Word

Children's Week / FREE / Children’s Centre Across City / ❤

1 Jun

National Family Week Celebration

Children's Week / FREE / Victoria Shopping Centre / ❤

1 Jun

Nature’s Trails

Children's Week / FREE / Queen's Walk Recreation Ground / ❤

1 Jun

Be A Trail Finder

Children's Week / FREE / Bulwell Hall Park / ❤

1 Jun

Family Growing Group

Children's Week / FREE / Brewsters Road, St Ann’s / ❤

1 Jun

Popinjay

Children's Week / £1 for 3 arrows / Wollaton Hall* / ❤

1 - 3 Jun

Kingdom Kids Holiday Club

Children's Week / £2 per day / St Christopher’S Church Hall / ❤

2 Jun

Rotocopters And Spinning Blimps

Children's Week Event / £1 / Green’s Windmill / 15

2 Jun

Be A Trail Finder

Children's Week / FREE / Woodthorpe Grange Park / ❤

2 Jun

Magnificent Masks

Children's Week / £1 / Wollaton Hall* / ❤

2 Jun

Magic Fun With Jeffrey Jumper

Children's Week / FREE / Wollaton Library / ❤

2 Jun

Magic Fun With Jeffrey Jumper

Children's Week / FREE / Bilborough Library / ❤

2 Jun

Cloth Tales And Stitchy Stories

Children's Week / NAA / Nottingham Castle / ❤

2 - 3 Jun

Watery Wildlife

Children's Week / £5 per child £1 discount for subsequent child Attenborough Nature Reserve / ❤

3 Jun

Strawberry And Cream Muffins

Event / £5 / Green’s Windmill / 15

3 Jun

Jonny And The Raindrops

Children's Week / FREE / Aspley Library / ❤

3 Jun

Growing Up!

Children's Week / FREE / Old Market Square / ❤

4 Jun

Shiver Me Timbers!

Pirate Stories & Crafts

Children's Week / FREE / Central Library / ❤

4 Jun

National Family Week Sports Day

Children's Week / FREE / Forest Recreation Ground / ❤

4 Jun

New Robin Hood and Hari At The Castle Backpacks

Children's Week / NAA / Nottingham Castle / 15

4 Jun

Wildlife Watch - Pond Dipping

Children's Week / FREE / Bulwell Hall Park / 23

4 Jun

Bongo Baby Bop

Children's Week / £6 per child, adults FREE / Life At The Centre / ❤

4 Jun

My Dream Day

Children's Week / FREE / New Art Exchange / ❤

DATES

WHAT’S ON

EVENT TYPE / CHARGE / VENUE / PAGE

5 Jun

Wildlife Walk

Children's Week / FREE / Colwick Woods / 23

5 Jun

Autokarna and The Nottingham Post Motor Show

Children's Week / FREE / Wollaton Park* / 4

12 Jun

Ladies Day

Event / 15.00 / Newstead Abbey / 14

25 Jun

Summer Felt Bunting

Workshop / £20 / Green’s Windmill / 14

25 Jun

Sneinton Festival Launch - Picnic

Event / FREE / Green’s Windmill / 15

25 - 26 Jun

Armed Forces Weekend

Event / CHECK / Nottingham Castle / 4

29 June - 10 Jul

Nottingham Food and Drink Festival

Event / CHECK / Various city venues

2 - 3 Jul

Sneinton Artist’s Summer Showcase

Exhibition / FREE / Green’s Windmill / 13

8 & 9 July

Outdoor Theatre - Macbeth

Theatre / £14 Adults, £12 Senior Citizens/Students, £10 Children Nottingham Castle / 6

8 Jul

Moth Watch

Event / £2 / Green’s Windmill / 14

9 Jul

Street Racing

Event / FREE / Old Market Square / 7

10 Jul

Curator’s Talk

A&E / NAA / Nottingham Castle / 11

10 Jul

Outdoor Theatre A Midsummer Nights Dream

Theatre / CHECK / Newstead Abbey / 6

10 Jul

Musical Shakers

Event / £2.50 / Green’s Windmill / 15

11 Jul

Seaside Windmills

Event / £2 / Green’s Windmill / 15

15 - 16 Jul

Outdoor Theatre - Twelfth Night

Theatre / Adults £12.00, Concessions £10.00 / Newstead Abbey / 6

16 Jul

Archaeological Object Handling

Event / NAA / Nottingham Castle / see website

20 Jul

Pride And Prejudice

Theatre / £14 Adults, £12 Senior Citizens/Students, £10 Children Nottingham Castle / 6

22 Jul

Festival Of British Archaeology/ Open Weekend:

A&E / Free entry for YAC members, £2.50 Museum Of Nottingham Life / see website

22 - 24 Jul

2011 Open Weekend: Countdown to The Olympics

Event / CHECK / Various city venues / 15

23 Jul

Parachute Games

Event / FREE / Green’s Windmill

24 Jul

Splendour

Event / Admission charges apply / Wollaton Park* / 3

25 - 31 Jul

Slugs and Bugs

A&E / £1 / Newstead Abbey / 15

27 Jul

Exhibition Talk By Prof. Chris Wrigley

FREE / NAA / Nottingham Castle / 11

27 Jul

Moth Watch

Event / £2 / Green’s Windmill / 14

28 Jul

Bug Hunt And Mask Making

Event / £2 / Green’s Windmill

29 Jul

Pinocchio

Theatre / £14 Adults, £12 Senior Citizens/Students, £10 Children Nottingham Castle / 6

29 Jul

Festival Of British Archaeology/ Open Weekend

A&E / Free entry for YAC members, £2.50 Museum Of Nottingham Life / see website

29 Jul

Cookie Cutter Pizza

Event / £2 / Green’s Windmill / 15

30 Jul

Nottinghamshire Pride

Event / FREE / Forest Recreation Ground / 7

31 Jul

Playdough

Event / £1 / Green’s Windmill / 14

1 - 7 Aug

Regency Days

Event / £1 / Newstead Abbey / 16

2 Aug

Hari And Bibi’s Museum Adventures

Event / CAA / Nottingham Castle / 16

4 Aug

Treasures From The Trent: Log Boats

A&E / NAA / Nottingham Castle / 13

4 Aug

The Big Doodle!

Event / NAA. CAA / Nottingham Castle / 16

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Other City Venues

*Age restrictions apply for events.

Contact venue for more information.

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BODEGA SOCIAL CLUB* CC

NOTTINGHAM CONTEMPORARY

23 Pelham Street, Nottingham NG1 2ED. Tel: 08713 100 000 www.thebodegasocialclub.co.uk

Weekday Cross, Nottingham NG1 2GB. www.nottinghamcontemporary.org

BROADWAY CINEMA

NOTTINGHAM PLAYHOUSE CC

14-18 Broad Street, Nottingham NG1 3AL. Tel: 0115 952 6611 www.broadway.org.uk

Wellington Circus, Nottingham NG1 5AF. Tel: 0115 941 9419 www.nottinghamplayhouse.co.uk

GALLERIES OF JUSTICE CC

RESCUE ROOMS* CC

High Pavement, The Lace Market, Nottingham NG1 1HN. Tel: 0115 952 0555 www.nccl.org.uk

Masonic Place, Goldsmith Street, Nottingham NG1 5GG. Tel: 08713 100 000 www.rescuerooms.com

THE GLEE CLUB

ROCK CITY* CC

British Waterways Building, The Waterfront, off Canal Street, Nottingham, NG1 7EH Tel: 0871 472 0400 www.glee.co.uk

8 Talbot Street, Nottingham, NG1 5GG. Tel: 08713 100 000 www.rock-city.co.uk

LACEMARKET THEATRE

ROYAL CENTRE

Halifax Place, Nottingham NG1 1QN. Tel: 0115 950 7201 www.lacemarkettheatre.co.uk

Theatre Square, Nottingham NG1 5ND. Tel: 0115 989 5555 www.royalcentre-nottingham.co.uk

LAKESIDE ARTS CENTRE CC

CAPITAL FM ARENA

University Park, Nottingham NG7 2RD. Tel: 0115 846 7777 www.lakesidearts.org.uk

Bolero Square, The Lace Market, Nottingham, NG1 1LA. Tel: 08444 124 624 www.trentfmarenanottingham.com

NEW ART EXCHANGE

CC = Citycard discounts available.

See below for details.

Gregory Boulevard, Nottingham NG7 6BE. Tel: 0115 924 8630 www.thenewartexchange.org.uk

NOTTINGHAM ARTS THEATRE 12 George Street, Nottingham, NG1 3BE. Tel: 0115 947 6096 www.nottingham-theatre.co.uk

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DATES

WHAT’S ON

EVENT TYPE / CHARGE / VENUE / PAGE

4 Aug

The Canterbury Tales

Theatre / £14 Adults, £12 Senior Citizens/Students, £10 Children / Nottingham Castle / 6

5 - 7 Aug

Riverside Festival

Event / FREE / Victoria Embankment / 5

5 Aug

Sun Catchers

A&E / 50P. NAA. CAA / Museum Of Nottingham Life

5 Aug

Silly Science Demos And Activities

Event / £5 / Green’s Windmill / 16

6 Aug

Abbey Ambles

Tour / £20.00 / Newstead Abbey / 14

6 Aug

Windsocks

Event / £2 / Green’s Windmill / 16

7 Aug

Nottingham Mela

Event / FREE / Victoria Embankment / 7

7 Aug

Seaside Windmills

Event / £2 / Green’s Windmill / 16

8 - 14 Aug

Forest Friends

A&E / £1 / Newstead Abbey / 16

9 Aug

History Mystery

Event / CAA / Nottingham Castle / see website

11 Aug

The Big Doodle!

Event / NAA. CAA / Nottingham Castle / 16

11 Aug

Cookie Cutter Pizza

Event / £2 / Green’s Windmill / 15

12 Aug

Sparkle and Shine

A&E / NAA. CAA / The Museum Of Nottingham Life / 17

12 Aug

Outdoor Theatre - Fantastic Mr Fox

A&E / Adults £11, Concessions £8.00, Family Ticket £34.00 Newstead Abbey / 6

12 Aug

Silly Science Demos And Activities

Event / £5 / Green’s Windmill / 16

13 - 14 Aug

Caribbean Carnival

Event / FREE / Forest Recreation Ground / 7

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15 - 21 Aug

Victorian Fun And Games

A&E / £1 / Newstead Abbey / 17

16 Aug

Hari And Bibi’s Museum Adventures

Event / CAA / Nottingham Castle / 16

18 Aug

The Big Doodle!!

Event / NAA. CAA / Nottingham Castle / 16

18 Aug

Chocolate Muffins

Event / £5 / Green’s Windmill / 17

19 Aug

UV Magic Friendship Bracelet

A&E / 50P NAA. CAA / The Museum Of Nottingham Life / 17

19 Aug

Outdoor Theatre - Pirates Of Penzance Theatre / Adults £15.00, Concessions £12.00 / Newstead Abbey / 6

19 Aug

Silly Science Demos And Activities

Event / £5 / Green’s Windmill / 16

22 - 28 Aug

Safari With Livingstone

A&E / £1 / Newstead Abbey / 17

25 Aug

The Big Doodle!

Event / NAA. CAA / Nottingham Castle / 15

25 Aug

Chalking In The Mill Yard

Event / FREE / Green’s Windmill / 17

26 Aug

Sun Clock

A&E / £1.NAA. CAA / The Museum Of Nottingham Life / 17

26 - 27 Aug

Outdoor Theatre Taming Of The Shrew

Theatre / £14 Adults, £12 Senior Citizens/Students/£10 Children Nottingham Castle / 6

27 Aug

Abbey Ambles

Tour / £20.00 / Newstead Abbey / 14

29 Aug - 4 Sep

Beside The Sea

A&E / £1 / Newstead Abbey / 17

2 Sep

Baking Bread

Event / £5 / Green’s Windmill / 19

8 Sep

Tour Of The John Player’s Archive

Heritage / NAA / Off Site Store, Near Nott’m Train Station / see website

8 - 11 Sep

Heritage Open Days

Heritage / FREE / Various city locations / 5

17 Sep

Lucky Bags

Workshop / £20 / Green’s Windmill / 14

21 Sep

Exhibition Talk: Prof. Elizabeth Harvey

A&E / NAA / Nottingham Castle / 11

All information in this brochure correct at time of print. To check listings closer to the time please visit the website: www.mynottingham.gov.uk/whatson. We reserve the right to cancel events due to circumstances beyond our control.