Primary Times In Hereford & Worcester - OCTOBER HALF TERM 2019

30,431 COPIES FOR FAMILIES OF PRIMARY SCHOOL CHILDREN

Hereford & Worcester

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At The Swan Theatre, Worcester See page three for more information

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Bookstore In Hereford & Worcester

Second Floor, Richardson House, 21/24 New St, Worcester. WR1 2DP. Tel: 01905 723011 Fax: 01905 780103 Publishing Editor: Dawn Pardoe - 01905 727909 Design and Production: Paul Blyth Sales & PR : Rachel Seabright - 01905 727900 • rachel@pw-media.co.uk Primary Times is independently published and distributed free through Infant and Junior Schools throughout Hereford & Worcester. It is also available by subscription at £50 per year. Its aims are to inform families and children of current educational issues, forthcoming events, courses and attractions and to give teachers, pupils and parents the opportunity to participate in the magazine by adding to its contents or joining in the competitions which we run. It is not our intention to publish any racist, sexist or politically based material whatsoever. We also undertake not to carry any advertising which we would consider to be offensive to young families or harmful to the best interests of young children. Primary Times would like to thank all the schools for their assistance in distributing the magazine and for their contributions to its contents. We would also like to thank all the advertisers who have supported this publication and therefore made it possible. Please support their endeavours when and where you can. The copyright on all written material, logos and advertising artwork produced by our studio remains with Primary Times or the relevant contributor. Primary Times is currently publishing over 2,672,883 copies per issue throughout the counties of: Avon, Bedfordshire & Luton, Berkshire, Birmingham & Black Country, Buckinghamshire & Milton Keynes, Cambridgeshire, Cardiff & The Vale, South West Wales, Newport & Monmouthshire, Cheshire & The Wirral, Cornwall, Cumbria, Derbyshire, Devon, Dorset, Edinburgh & The Lothians, Fife, Tayside & Central Scotland, Glasgow & West of Scotland, Essex (North & Mid, South & West), Gloucestershire, Greater Manchester, Hampshire, Hereford & Worcester, Hertfordshire, Ireland (Dublin, Leinster, South and West), Kent (East, North & West), Lancashire, Leicestershire & Rutland, Lincolnshire, London (East, North, South East, South West, South, West), Merseyside, Newcastle, Gateshead and Northumberland, Newport & Monmouthshire, Norfolk, Northamptonshire, Nottinghamshire, Oxfordshire, Plymouth, Somerset, Staffordshire & Stoke on Trent, Sunderland & Durham, Surrey, Sussex (East & West), Tees Valley, Warwickshire and Solihull, Wiltshire, Yorkshire (North & East, South and West). For further details contact The Primary Times Team on 01905 723011

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New books for October ..........................................................................................

Roundabout

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Trick or Treat

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Stay Safe During Pumpkin Season

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Inspire Them,,,

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Sing! Dance! Act!

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Five tips for a fun Halloween ..........................................................................................

Staying safe whilst pumpkin carving ..........................................................................................

News from your area ..........................................................................................

To tell a spine-tingling tale ..........................................................................................

Explore the performing arts ..........................................................................................

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Are you Struggling with making Child Arrangements with your Former Partner?

Talking to a third person can help you make arrangements for the future. Our Principal Mediator Claire Jackson is FMC Accredited and a former family barrister. Wye Valley Mediation provides a calm and safe haven where you can each speak and be heard. Your children can also have a voice if you wish.

We can talk about: • The children’s living arrangements • • Organising your finances for the future • The family home • • Other assest and property • Maintenance • Pensions • The Fred Bulmer Centre, Wall Street, Hereford HR4 9HP The Annexe, Town Council Offices, Broad Street, Hay-on-Wye HR3 5DB

Tel: 01432 806222 | Email: info@wyevalleymediation.co.uk www.wyevalleymediation.co.uk

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MUM FROM MALVERN

PRESENTED WITH NATIONAL AWARD The Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT) has presented Malvern-based mum Lynette Webster with a prestigious Giving Voice Award. Lynette was recognised for raising public awareness of children’s communication needs through the national media.

The annual Giving Voice Awards celebrate those who have campaigned to highlight how speech and language therapy transforms lives.

They are presented to individuals and organisations that have made particularly valuable contributions

to improving the lives of people with communication and/or swallowing needs.

condition which affects the ability of a child to coordinate movements to produce speech.

Following the June publication of the Children’s Commissioner for England’s, damning report We Need to Talk: Access to Speech and Language Therapy, Lynette Webster was interviewed live on the BBC Victoria Derbyshire television programme and Channel 5 News about her fight to get her son, Patrick, the speech and language therapy support he needs. Patrick, age 4, has severe developmental verbal dyspraxia – a

The Giving Voice Awards judges were grateful to Lynette for providing the public with a valuable insight into how children benefit from speech and language therapy and the consequences of them not getting the support they need.

Lynette’s powerful interview shined a light on how the current postcode lottery of speech and language therapy provision for children is completely unacceptable in the 21st century. n

EVACUATION ON THE SEVERN VALLEY RAILWAY Even with the incessant heavy rain, Year 2 pupils from Bromsgrove PrePreparatory School enjoyed a stunning start to their “We’ll Meet Again” topic when they were evacuated by train on the Severn Valley Railway, through the English countryside.

During the day, the children experienced first-hand the life of an evacuee in wartime Britain. They took part in a variety of wartime themed activities, from carrying out household tasks in a WWII parlour, playing traditional 1940s games, to making a bucket chain, and experiencing an Anderson shelter during an air-raid drill. n

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Trinity Primary School

Believe and Achieve Trinity is a vibrant and exciting learning environment. Our children are excited by their learning experiences and are kind to others. Our site boasts fantastic outdoor grounds for sporting and Forest School experiences as well as our own swimming pool.

Our recent Ofsted Inspection (June 2018) describes the school as “… a harmonious and ambitious community.”

If you would like to visit us and find out for yourself, please phone the school office on 01432 266268 to make an appointment.

Mrs K Weston, Headteacher

Trinity Primary School

Barricombe Drive, Moor Farm,Hereford, HR4 0NU Tel: 01432 266268 • Email: admin@trinity.hereford.sch.uk

Please visit our school website on www.trinity.hereford.sch.uk

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TAKE A LEAF! Autumnal flavoured Family Pottery Fun at Eastnor Pottery. Saturday at 10am, 11.30am, 1.30pm and 3pm. Make and paint a clay leaf tile to be fired, glazed and cherished forever! Places cost £20 per person. Telephone or email booking essential. 01531 633886 admin@eastnorpottery.co.uk

Thursdays Throughout October YOUNG AT ART: CRAFTY FUN FOR TODDLERS Enjoy exploring, listening and making with your little ones. Looking for a hands-on and fun toddler session? Come and join a themed art session, especially designed for under 5s. Each week explore clay, paint and craft materials to make something lovely, and cosy up for story time. Sessions are led by experienced staff Kate Phillipson, Learning and Communities Co-ordinator for Museums Worcestershire, and Jane Stephens for The Hive 2pm – 3.30pm. The venue will alternate between the Worcester City Art Gallery & Museum’s welcoming activity space and The Hive’s family area. Young at Art sessions will run throughout autumn up to Christmas 2019, with the final installment of the season on 19 December. Sessions run Thursdays 2pm-3:30pm, there is a £3 charge to cover craft materials per child. Both Worcester City Art Gallery & Museum and The Hive are free to enter. www. museumsworcestershire.org.uk/ whats-on/

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Saturdays Throughout October POTTER’S WHEEL WORKSHOPS Spend the day or weekend relaxing and creating pots on the potter’s wheel. £150 day £280 weekend.

Includes materials, refreshments and lunch. Tel 01531 633886 or email admin@eastnorpottery.co.uk

Thursday 17th Sunday 19th ALCESTER & ARDEN FOOD FESTIVALS The Alcester Food Festival will display products like cheeses, pies, bread, cakes, fresh and cured meats, sausages, fruit and vegetables, a pig roast, awardwinning street food, handmade chocolates, local beers, ciders and wines and much more. For more information, go to www. alcesterfoodfestival.org.uk ARTS & CRAFTS FAIR Open 9-4pm at The Guildhall in Worcester City Centre. Gifts for everyone, from cards to embroidery, paintings and beyond – all created by talented local craftspeople.

Tuesday 22nd HALF TERM FUN DAY Waterworks Museum, Hereford.

Junk-modelling, painting and family fun. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Established in 1974, the Waterworks Museum is an independent working museum concerned primarily, but not exclusively, with the story of the supply of water for public consumption from earliest habitation to the close of the 20th century. waterworksmuseum.org.uk

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ELIZABETHAN LIVING HISTORY Harvington Hall, Harvington, Worcestershire, DY10 4LR. We’ll be closing the season by celebrating Harvington Hall’s Elizabethan heyday. Join us for a full weekend of merriments, including archery, musket fire, dancing, music, medicine and cookery of the Elizabethan era.

Saturday 26th October Saturday 2nd November

HALF TERM HALLOWEEN FUN The Almonry Museum, Abbey Gate, Evesham, WR11 4BQ. Saturday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday Next On: October 26th 2019 at 10:00am to 4:00pm Normal entry fees apply. Contact: tic@almonry.ndo. co.uk 01386 446944. www.almonryevesham.org

Saturday 26th & Sunday 27th WORCESTERSHIRE ANTIQUES FAIR Chateau Impney Hotel & Exhibition Centre, Worcester. “Quality Antiques Fair at the Chateau Impney Hotel Droitwich” Worcestershire Antiques Fair will offer Furniture including Country and Period Oak Furniture, Mahogany and Pine, Arts and Crafts, Painted, Decorative, Deco, etc.

Dining Tables and Chairs, Chests, Desks, Chest of Drawers, Bookcases, etc. Clocks including Long Cases, Barometers, Fine Art, Contemporary Art, Books, Deco, Oriental, Oils, Watercolours, Maps and Prints, Ceramics, Glass, Jewellery, Textiles, Lighting, Coins, etc.

Tuesday 29th October Friday 1st November HARTLEBURY HALLOWEEN Hartlebury Castle, Hartlebury, Hartlebury, DY11 7XZ. Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday at 11:00am-4:00pm.Fun family craft activities including making Spooky Clay Boggarts and Firework Art, and a Pumpkin Trail around the Castle.

You can also carve a pumpkin for your Halloween celebrations (until 31 Oct only). £2 additional charge applies per child per day to take part in the activities plus a small charge for pumpkins. Contact: museum@ worcestershire.gov.uk 01299 250416 Admission Adults £9, Concessions £8, Children £5, Family £25.

HALLOWEEN FILM -ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW Let’s do the Timewarp again! A night og Halloween fun with a screening of the classic Rocky Horror Picture Show. Drinks and spooky music to swing your hips to! (rating 15+)

Doors open 7pm at Worcester Arts Workshop , with the screening starting at 8pm. Tickets are £7.50. www.worcesterartsworkshop.org.uk

Wednesday 30th & Thursday 31st HALLOWEEN ACTIVITY DAYS Oaker Wood, nr. Leominster. Book your children in for some woodland Halloween and Outdoor Adventure this October Half Term. Multiactivity for children aged 7-12 years. www.oakerwoodleisure.co.uk/holiday

Thursday 31st HALLOWEEN GIN FESTIVAL Join us for an evening of ‘boos and booze’, as we host a Halloween Gin Festival special at Piston Gin Distillery, in aid of Midlands Air Ambulance Charity, in association with EBC Group and Hallmark Hulme Solicitors. Piston Distillery was founded in 2018 at the old Royal Worcester Porcelain Works on the banks of The River Servern. They have been awarded prestigious Gold, Silver and Bronze medallions for its full range at the 2019 San Francisco World Spirit Competition. The evening will consist of a selection of gin tasting, plus your ticket includes 2 x Double G&T’s and 10% off any purchase on the night in the Piston Gin shop.

The cost is from £28 at Piston Distillery, Severn Street, Worcester.

NOVEMBER Throughout November TAKE A LEAF! Autumnal flavoured Family Pottery Fun at Eastnor Pottery. Saturday at 10am, 11.30am, 1.30pm and 3pm. Make and paint a clay leaf tile to be fired, glazed and cherished forever! Places cost £20 per person. Telephone or email booking essential. 01531 633886 admin@eastnorpottery.co.uk

Thursdays Throughout November YOUNG AT ART: CRAFTY FUN FOR TODDLERS Enjoy exploring, listening and making with your little ones. Looking for a hands-on and fun toddler session?

Come and join a themed art session, especially designed for under 5s.

Each week explore clay, paint and craft materials to make something lovely, and cosy up for story time.

Sessions are led by experienced staff Kate Phillipson, Learning and Communities Co-ordinator for Museums Worcestershire, and Jane

Unlock your child’s potential with Stagecoach Performing Arts Singing, dancing and acting classes for 4 - 18 year olds, where students learn to embrace life with creativity and courage

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R Stephens for The Hive 2pm – 3.30pm.

The venue will alternate between the Worcester City Art Gallery & Museum’s welcoming activity space and The Hive’s family area. Young at Art sessions will run throughout autumn up to Christmas 2019, with the final installment of the season on 19 December. Sessions run Thursdays 2pm-3:30pm, there is a £3 charge to cover craft materials per child. Both Worcester City Art Gallery & Museum and The Hive are free to enter. www. museumsworcestershire.org.uk/ whats-on/.

Saturdays Throughout November POTTER’S WHEEL WORKSHOPS Spend the day or weekend relaxing and creating pots on the potter’s wheel. £150 day £280 weekend.

Includes materials, refreshments and lunch. Tel 01531 633886 or email admin@eastnorpottery.co.uk

Friday 1st SPECTACULAR SPOOKY FAMILY NIGHT Holiday Inn - Bromsgrove.

Kidderminster Road, Bromsgrove, B61 9AB. A frightful finger buffet, ghoulish games & Monster music for all the family. 6.30pm-10pm.

Bar open and booking is essential.

FAMILY FIREWORKS Hogarth Stone Manor, Stone, Kiddermister. Join us for a spectacular Fireworks event, that will dazzle and delight! A fantastic night out for all the family, come and join the team as they set Guy Fawkes Night off with a bang Support KEMP Hospice – the Wyre Forest Hospice! Doors open at 6.30pm Fireworks at 8.00pm Close 9.00pm. £5.00 adults £3.00 children (10 and under). £2.00 per entry goes to Kemp Hospice.

Pulled Pork Baps or Hogarths Hot Dogs available at £5.00 with chips or single bap/ hot dog £3.50 Vegetarian Option Available. Tickets to be purchased in advance to get your wristbands call the hotel 01562 777 555 or email reception. stonemanor@hogarths.co.uk

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ADVENTURE DAY Oaker Wood, nr. Leominster.

Adventure Day for teenagers including High Ropes and Paintball.

Prices from £15 for a half day session. www.oakerwoodleisure.co.uk/holiday

Saturday 2nd WYCHAVON FESTIVAL OF BRASS ENTERTAINMENT CONTEST De Montfort School, Four Pools Road, Evesham, WR11 1DQ. The Wychavon Festival of Brass (WFB) Entertainment Contest attracts brass bands from across the UK and this year, from Bavaria in Germany.

A brass band competition of growing national and international importance, Wychavon offers everyone a wonderful day out!

On show will be a fantastic mix of every style and genre of music composed or arranged for brass band. Well over fifty bands compete for lucrative prizes so any visitor to the contest is sure to see the very best that bands can play and do! The bands really spread their wings and deliver not only an eclectic mix of musical styles but also throw in a lot of visual choreography, films and use props to ensure their performance attracts the attention of the judges!

Twelve hours of music in four competition halls is the order of the day. And 2019 sees WFB celebrate thirty years of success in delivering on of the UK’s most beloved contests. To mark the occasion there will be a beer tent, pig roast and FIREWORKS! See you there!

9am-9pm. £10 on the door. Free to Under 10s. Contact: contest@ festivalofbrass.co.uk 07970 816696 WORCESTER BONFIRE, FAIRGROUND AND FIREWORKS 2019 Worcester Racecourse, Worcester Racecourse, Grand Stand Road, Pitchcroft, WR1 3EJ. Worcester’s primary bonfire event with all proceeds going to charity!

Saturday 2nd & Sunday 3rd THE NATIONAL PET SHOW UK’s ‘ultimate day out for animal lovers of all ages’ returns to Birmingham. It returns to Birmingham’s NEC on the Saturday 2 and Sunday 3 November. Bigger, better and furrier than ever, The National Pet Show will showcase so much more than just pups and pussycats. Tagging along will be everything from reptiles to rabbits, ponies to parrots and goldfish to guinea pigs, just to start! It’s fun for all the family as animal lovers great and small can learn about a myriad of species and breeds – as well as

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getting the chance to stroke them and take selfies with them along the way. There’ll be enthralling educational talks from experts plus ongoing animal demonstrations while the displays will have visitors clapping, cheering, and even joining in. More on the National Pet Show can be found at: www. thenationalpetshow.com Adults £19.90 Family: 2 adults & 2 children - £16.00 Child aged 6 to 16 - £15.50 Visitors are not permitted to bring their pets to the show, however there will be many types of animals to see.

Food Festival is on Saturday in the Market Square with over 40 local exhibitors. Hay Does Vintage on Sunday in the Market Square, Cheese market and Butter Market.

All this and a spectacular line up of talks and music and poetry. Prices apply at individual events. hayfestival.com/winterweekend

Friday 29th November Friday 6th December

FIREWORKS DISPLAY Fireworks Hereford Racecourse.

The biggest firework display returns for it’s 43rd year. Hereford Round Table is committed to raising money for the local community and every penny of profit from the event will be donated to charitable causes.

LATE NIGHT CHRISTMAS SHOPPING IN BROADWAY The Late Night Christmas Shopping evenings will be from 5.30pm8.30pm. Lovely festive atmosphere with beautiful Christmas lights, music, mulled wine, festive food, plus Great Shops & Eateries! The perfect opportunity to enjoy the beginning of the Season of Goodwill and stock up on gifts. The Local Fire Service will also be Fund Raising. www.broadway-cotswolds.co.uk

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LUDLOW MEDIEVAL CHRISTMAS FAYRE Visit Ludlow Castle for food and drink, entertainment, shopping and more at the 21st anniversary of this unique Christmas event. Mingle with medieval jesters and enjoy live music as you browse over 100 stalls selling quality wares, handmade gifts and seasonal products. You’re bound to find the perfect presents – and unique treats for yourself too! Why not tickle your taste buds with our tempting food and drink stalls? With a full timetable of entertainment all weekend including music, comedy, fighting knights, theatre and puppets, the Fayre is fantastic fun for all ages! Join in our carol singing sessions and our panto – oh yes you will! Have a go at archery and swordfighting or why not try your hand at juggling and circus skills? www.ludlowmedievalchristmas.co.uk

DRAKELOW TUNNELS GHOST HUNT Drakelow Tunnels, Wolverley and Cookley, Kidderminster, DY11 5SW. 8:30pm. Billed as one of the most terrifying networks of tunnels, Drakelow in Kidderminster is one venue that you don’t want to miss!

The tunnels cover around 285,000 sq ft and were formerly built as a secret military compound and used during World war 2 and during the cold war. But what makes the tunnels so notoriously active?

Its said that the workers who built this structure did so under terrible conditions. There were many accidents resulting in several deaths! Combined with a pitch black atmosphere and situated beneath a sacred hill, the tunnels are also alleged to be haunted by monks.

Are you brave enough to take on the challenge? £40. Tel: 07305826116

Thursday 28th November Sunday 1st December

Saturday 30th November - Saturday 21st December

HAY FESTIVAL WINTER WEEKEND Festival magic for all the family.

Enjoy Hay Festival Winter Weekend and the start of Advent in Hay on Wye. Hay Festival Winter Weekend is an annual festival of ideas just before Christmas in Hay-on-Wye. Events take place at venues around the town, and include a wide range of author conversations, music, comedy and performance, as well as workshops for young people. The programme also includes: The switching on of Hay Christmas Lights where local choirs will sing and there will be mince pies and mulled wine. Hay Winter

GUILD OF CRAFTSMEN’S CHRISTMAS SHOW The Herefordshire Guild of Craftsmen’s Christmas Show will see the medieval Black and White hall in the centre of Ledbury transformed into a festive emporium for the first two weeks in December when 20 highly skilled craftsmen bring their latest beautifully handcrafted work to this annual event. A loyal following has developed over the years with visitors keen to buy unique, affordable gifts direct from the makers who will be on hand to chat and wrap on a rota basis. herefordcraftguild.org.uk

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Fun Childrens Halloween & Christmas Workshops at

Safehaven Parrot & Animal Therapy Farm

West Acre, Weston Road, Bretforton, Evesham Worcestershire, WR11 7QA

£10 per child. Early Bird Tickets £8 per child for Christmas until end of November. All children must be accompanied by an Adult. Tickets (Non Refundable) must be pre booked, only limited spaces available.

3 hour session includes: SafeHaven Farm Visit & Animal handling, Workshop Themed Craft activities, Farm Theme Activity Trail, Fun Fancy Dress Photobooth To book please visit: www.somethingdifferentjk.co.uk For more information contact Jo: Tel: 07915602711 • Email: somethingdifferent470@gmail.com

Something Different Spiritual Gifts Healing & Events Birthday Party Bookings at Safehaven also available Please contact Kim & Chris: Tel: 01386 574620 • Email: contactus@safehavenparrotrefuge.co.uk Registered Charity Number: 1075873

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Venues in

Tewkesbury

Tel: 07926 312645

Ross on Wye

Tel: 07725 228016

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KAZ & ANNIE’S, CERAMICS AND MORE -

POTTERY PAINTING IN EVESHAM AND MORE... birthday parties, have hosted Hen parties, Cubs and Rainbows and run regular needle felting classes together with going into schools to do painted Christmas baubles. Kaz & Annie’s are now stockists for Eat, Sleep, Doodle and have started with the pencil case range, 3 different designs are available.

Kaz & Annie’s, Ceramics and More will be celebrating their first birthday in October and what an exciting year so far. They were shortlisted for the Best Start Up Business in the Enterprising Worcestershire Awards 2019, run regular Powertex workshops including

They have lots more planned for the year ahead, during their birthday week (half term) as a special thank you to all that have supported them, there will be cake and coffee/squash for all painters/ decopatchers. They have new spooky ceramics for Halloween and have extended their opening hours on Thursdays til 4.30pm until the end of October.

They also have a needle felting special to create your own Poppy badge for Remembrance Sunday (donation to the RBL). Many more courses and workshops are found on their facebook page or website.

Both Kaz & Annie would like to thank everyone who has supported them over the year and look forward to seeing you again and also meeting new customers.

Also they are joining with other ceramic studios across the country and taking part in The Great Pudsey Paintathon in November, more details will be on their facebook page and website in the coming month, booking will be essential for this event.

Don’t forget if you are looking for a unique gift, Kaz & Annie’s also do hand and footprint Silver jewellery and if you are undecided or looking for something different they do gift vouchers.

BULLY-PROOF YOUR CHILD WITH TAEKWONDO!

As parents we worry what our children experience when we’re not there to watch over them; if they will be able to handle situations with confidence and protect themselves if needed. All we can do is our best to equip them with the skills they need in life. You make them safer in water with swimming lessons. Make them safer on the streets with Taekwondo.

Taekwondo teaches knowledge of self defence and the values needed to be the strongest, best version of themselves.

Courtesy, integrity, perseverance, self control and indomitable spirit are the tenets of the art and build good character in the young members.

The Korean art has many gains for children including improving their fitness, strength, flexibility and agility. Instructors take pride to instil a sense of confidence in students

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that with hard work and self-belief, anything is possible.

At Wyre Forest Taekwondo we help reduce bullying by teaching our little ones about positive body language, the power of words, and the value of walking away. We stress the importance of communication with all adults around you to make them aware of any situation at the earliest stage. We also focus on how to treat others, being includers and being aware of how words and behaviour can hurt others.

When an incident occurs, instructors are approached by individual students to give practical advice on a particular ‘attack’ e.g. hair pulling or being backed into a corner.

Students are taught strong defensive methods which are enough to put off any bully. The classes also touch on stranger danger and releasing from the grasp of a grown up.

If your child is a victim of bullying, enrolling them in a martial arts class will provide them with the skill, confidence and knowledge to bully-proof themselves. It will give them and you confidence as they grow into a young adult that the only person who should worry is the one who tries to mess with your child.

Book your complimentary trial class with TAGB WYRE FOREST TAEKWONDO today!

Mulitiple classes 7 days a week in your local area, suitable for every family’s busy schedule!

Contact us now to book your FREE trial: 07885 293088. www.WyreForestTaekwondo.com

Let us help YOUR family to improve themselves!

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WORCESTER ROUNDTABLE

BONFIRE, FAIRGROUND AND FIREWORKS DISPLAY For over 50 years volunteers from the Worcester Round Table have organised the Bonfire and Fireworks celebrations at Worcester Racecourse to raise money for local good causes and charities.

All of these charities do fantastic work in the local area and are staffed with extremely passionate and hard working individuals who we hope to continue to offer support to.

All profits made at this bonfire are distributed throughout the year to Worcester based, grass routes charities. Due to the generosity of the Worcestershire public last year we were able to support:

We have worked hard with the firework team, security, council and fair ground owners to make this community event even more family friendly and fun for all in a safe environment.

• Kinship Carers with a day trip for kinship children who are permanently looked after by family and friend carers.

• The Myriad Centre with sensory musical sessions for children with Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD).

• Headway Worcestershire setting up a Worcester based support group for local people effected by brain injury • Good Soil Worcester with craft therapy and farm activities for vulnerable adults in the Worcester area • Impact with a day trip for children with SEMH/EBD difficulties within Worcestershire

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Ticket Prices: £2.25 for a child (<18) £5.50 for an adult £13 for a family of 4 (2+2) when bought in advance from: www.billetto.co.uk (and search: Worcester Round Table).

Gates will open at 5.30pm and the firework display will start 7.30pm on Saturday November 2nd. To accommodate the youngest visitors and keep all warm we are lighting the bonfire at 6:15pm. We have rides suitable for all ages.

We look forward to seeing you, your family and friends again this year. If you want to find out more about all the other activities we do or want to get involved then do talk to one of our members as well! n

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Crescents Ballet School Principal: Ms Jane Chance L.R.A.D., A.I.S.T.D. (M.D.)

Come and join the fun

With nearly 100 classes a week, for tots to adults, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve got you covered!

We offer ballet, tap, modern, commercial, street, lyrical, contemporary, acro and pointe work to name a few!

Multiple class and sibling discounts also offered.

Classes in Worcester & Droitwich

Enrol now and see where dancing stars are created...

For more information call 07971 902 952 or 01905 724614

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The Artrix Tel: 01527 577330 NICK SHARRATT’S RIGHT ROYAL DRAWALONG Tuesday 29th October. A family-friendly, fun filled drawalong for all ages. Join acclaimed children’s writer and illustrator Nick Sharratt and draw along with him! He’ll be showing you how to sketch favourite characters like Tracy Beaker and Timothy Pope, sharing ways of creating fantastic creatures like dragons and unicorns, and giving loads of top tips. And to celebrate his latest book ‘Nice Work for the Cat and the King’ everything will have a special ‘royal’ twist! Nick has illustrated close to 260 books. He’s worked with authors including Julia Donaldson, Michael Rosen and Kes Gray, and his books include You Choose, Shark in the Park and Pants. He’s also the illustrator of Dame Jacqueline Wilson’s phenomenally popular children’s novels. He’s been awarded a gold Blue Peter badge too! Bring pencils, paper and something to lean on and expect plenty of chances to join in. Running time 75 minutes, no interval. Suitable for everyone aged 4 years and above. 2pm.

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The courtyard Tel: 01432 340555 NORWICH PUPPET THEATRE COMPANY PRESENT: HANSEL & GRETEL Monday 28 October. Presented by: Goody and Storey & Norwich Puppet Theatre. Running time: 55 minutes. Ages: 3+. Deep in an enchanted forest, everybody’s looking for something to eat. A tasty treat, a sticky sweet – some children’s feet? Hansel and Gretel are lost, searching for a way home, only to find themselves on the menu of a sweet-toothed witch. Goody and Storey and Norwich Puppet Theatre present a colourful retelling of the classic Grimms’ fairy tale, serving up a feast of delicious music, dynamic scenery and knock-your-socks-off puppetry. A show to tickle your eyes, your ears, and your tastebuds. £7.50

GARLIC THEATRE PRESENT: JACK AND THE BEANS TALK Tuesday 29th October. Jack lives on a small farm with his mum with very little to eat. Imagine his surprise when he swops his cow for some magic beans and starts to hear a whispering in the breeze and a giant rumble in the sky. Charming and inventive with plenty of interaction, an enormous beanstalk, bags of gold and a smelly old giant. An ideal gentle introduction to theatre, for ages 3 – 7. £7.50

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SCIENCE MADE SIMPLE PRESENT: CARTOON SCIENCE Thursday 31st October. Want to discover the differences between cartoon science and real science? We look at Friction, materials, gravity, the laws of motion and more. The show features original animated clips, audience interaction and lot of demonstrations of ‘real-world’ science. £7.50

HALF A STRING PRESENT: UNDER THE FROZEN MOON RELAXED PERFORMANCE Saturday 23rd November. It’s so cold in Nunavut that the moon has frozen. A greedy dragon has gobbled every fire and every light leaving only the white glow of the frozen moon. Under the dazzling aurora and glittering stars, Amkas family huddle together, fishing for eels and knitting plenty of hats. In this heart-warming tale, a fierce, courageous young girl sets out to confront the dragon who has hoarded all the fire and lights for himself. With lively poetry, transforming sets, exciting puppetry and atmospheric live music, Under the Frozen Moon brings life to a beautiful world of ice and adventure.

Suitable for young children (3+), aimed at the whole family. £7.50

evesham arts Tel: 01386 446944 THE VERY HUNGRY CATERPILLAR SHOW Sunday 20th October. 75 puppets, 4 Eric Carle stories Following seasons in London and New York, one of the most iconic characters in children’s literature will wiggle his way to the Evesham this October month in celebration of a big birthday. The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show will play two performances only at Evesham Arts Centre on Sunday 20th October, as part of a major UK Tour celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the book. The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show features a menagerie of 75 enchanting puppets during a magical 60-minute show that faithfully adapts four of Eric Carle’s best loved books for the stage. The 50th Anniversary production will feature a brand-new line-up of stories for 2019. Shows begin at 1:30pm and 4pm Tickets £13.

malvern theatre Tel: 0845 287 2146 HALLOWEEN MUSICAL THEATRE WORKSHOP Tuesday 29th October. Come and join us this Halloween half term for some haunting musical theatre fun. Working on dance numbers

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from spooky spectacles such as Little Shop of Horrors, Wicked, The Addams Family and many more!

Bring your fancy dress and join those ghouls dancing to the beat!

The day will finish with an informal showing of work for friends and family. This workshop will be led by Kate-Anne Fenton, a professional actor and dancer. Kate-Anne is a Musical Theatre graduate of Bird College. Kate-Ann has a wide-range of theatre credits including the UK Tour of ‘Crazy For You’, ‘Spirit of The Dance’ and Qdos Pantomimes. Kate is a qualified dance teacher with the Imperial Society of Teachers of Dance and has a wealth of teaching experience across the country!

10am-4pm, ages 8 – 16yrs £25. For more information, please email bridget@malvern-theatres.co.uk or call 01684 580956

DEAR SANTA Tuesday 3rd & Wednesday 4th December. From the author of the well-loved children’s book DEAR ZOO, Rod Campbell. Santa is determined to deliver the most fantastic Christmas present to our little hero Sarah. But he doesn’t get it right straight away! With the help of his cheeky Elf, he finally settles on something ‘perfect’, just in time for Christmas Eve. All the ingredients of Rod Campbell’s ingeniously simple and charming style are brought to life on stage, plus a whole lot more… with music, laughter and plenty of audience participation.

Plus the opportunity to meet Santa himself after the show! A perfect introduction to theatre for those aged 2 to 7 years old, DEAR SANTA is a Christmas present children and parents alike will never forget.

Tickets £15.12, Members discounts apply. Family of 4 £54.88. School groups £11.20 (Bookable through the box office on 01684 892277). Show Times: Tues 3rd December at 1.30pm & 4.30pm, Wed 4th December at 10am & 1.30pm

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Market theatre Tel: 07967 517125 THE ROTSOME WORDS OF ROALD DAHL Saturday 16th November.

Following a successful performance at the Edinburgh International Book Festival: calling all human beans!

Get ready to be goose-gruggled and fluckgungled with word wizards Sara-Jane Arbury and Katie Balson as they take a light-hearted look at some of the naughtiest words and phrases created by the infamously inventive children’s author, Roald Dahl. Discover the most mischievously rude words in his whizzpopping world and uncover some frobscottling facts.

You’ll learn how to curse like a Giant and insult like a Trunchbull in an anarchic hour of foulsome fun! Expect wacky word games, explosive expletives, bellowing matches and plenty of poppyrot!

Suitable for 6yrs+ And Ledbury Books and Maps will be selling books after the show! Standard:£6 Family: £20. 2:30pm.

norbury theatre Tel: 01905 770154 ‘ANNIE’ Thursday 17th - Sunday 20th & Thursday 24th Saturday 26th October.

The Norbury Players present an amateur production presented by arrangement with Music Theatre International (Europe). All authorised performance materials are also supplied by MTI Europe www.mtishows,co.uk. Based on the popular comic strip by Harold Gray, Annie has become a worldwide phenomenon and was the winner of seven Tony Awards, including Best Musical. The beloved book and score by Tony Award winners,

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Thomas Meehan, Charles Strouse and Martin Charnin, features some of the greatest musical theatre hits ever written, including ‘Tomorrow’.

With equal measures of pluck and positivity, little orphan Annie charms everyone’s hearts despite a next-to-nothing start in 1930s New York City. She is determined to find the parents who abandoned her years ago on the doorstep of a New York City Orphanage that is run by the cruel, embittered Miss Hannigan. With the help of the other girls in the Orphanage, Annie escapes to the wondrous world of NYC. In adventure after funfilled adventure, Annie foils Miss Hannigan’s evil machinations and even befriends President Franklin Delano Roosevelt! She finds a new home and family in billionaire, Oliver Warbucks, his personal secretary, Grace Farrell, and a lovable mutt named Sandy. 7:30pm, Matinée Sunday 20th & Saturday 26th 2:30pm. Tickets £15/13.

CHILDREN’S THEATRE ‘LONG JOHN’S TREASURE’

BY MAX HOLLIS Saturday 19th October.

The Norbury Players present an amateur production A play performed by adults especially for children aged 3 - 10 years. They make a fun birthday treat!

2:30pm Tickets £2.00

CHILDREN’S THEATRE Saturday 16th November. The Norbury Players present an amateur production, a play performed by adults especially for children aged 3 - 10 years. They make a fun birthday treat! 2:30pm. Tickets £2.00

‘JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT’ Wednesday 27th - Saturday 30th November. Norbury youth present an amateur youth production by arrangement with the Really Useful Group Ltd. Sha la la Joseph you’re doing fine. You and your dreamcoat ahead of your time! One of the most enduring shows of all time Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat is a re-imagining of the Biblical story of Joseph, his father Jacob, eleven brothers and the coat of many colours. Told entirely through song with the help of the main character Narrator, the musical follows preferred son Joseph. After being

sold into slavery by his brothers, he ingratiates himself with Egyptian noble Potiphar, but ends up in jail after refusing the amorous advances of Potiphar’s wife. While imprisoned, Joseph discovers his ability to interpret dreams, and he soon finds himself in front of the mighty but troubled, Elvis-inspired, Pharaoh.

Joseph’s solution to Egypt’s famine elevates him to Pharaoh’s right-hand man and reunites him with his family.

The magical musical is full of catchy songs in a variety of styles, from a parody of French ballads 7:30pm, Matinée Saturday 30th 2:30pm Tickets £15/13

Number 8 Tel: 01386 555488 LES PETITS THEATRE COMPANY: CAPTAIN FLINN & THE PIRATE DINOSAURS: THE MAGIC CUTLASS Friday 1st November.

Captain Flinn is ready for an adventure! Les Petits theatre company return to the high seas to bring you this highly anticipated sequel based on the book by Giles Andreae and Russell Ayto. When Flinn is in the middle of his school play his old nemesis, Mr T the T-Rex, appears and kidnaps his friends forcing them to hunt for the Magic Cutlass; a sword that grants any wish. The children are whisked away for another fantastic adventure to a world of devious dinosaurs, deep sea dangers and smelly sausages! All aboard for a non-stop action packed theatrical experience with live music, puppetry and dastardly dinosaurs!

Suitable for age 3+ - 2.30pm Tickets: £11, 16 & under £9 1hr

PERSHORE OPERATIC & DRAMATIC SOCIETY: ALICE’S ADVENTURES IN WONDERLAND & THROUGH THE LOOKING GLASS Monday 2nd - Saturday 7th December. PODS’ festive show, invites audiences of all ages to come and join Alice on her journey through Wonderland. The colourful, larger than life characters fill every scene with energy and laughter, in a show packed with popular songs from across the decades – some beautiful, some lively! A family show not to be missed! Suitable for ages 6+ 7.30pm, Saturday 2.30pm & 7.30pm. Tickets:

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Monday £11, Tuesday – Thursday £13, Friday £15, Saturday matinee £11, Saturday evening £15.

palace theatre Tel: 01527 65203 FAMILY FUN MAGIC SHOW Saturday 26th October.

Professor Pepperpot returns to The Palace Studio this Autumn and brings you yet another Fun Filled Fantastical Show. Professor Pepperpot’s Family Fun Show is a mixture of Magic Balloons and Slapstick fun that will be enjoyed by everyone, no matter what your age. Performing to 1000’s of children each and every year, the Professor’s Children’s Parties are the talk of the neighbourhood.

“All the children were talking about you at school on Monday saying how funny you were” is just one of the many positive comments the Professor has received this year. The Professor has performed in front of Kings and Queens and several other Cambridge Colleges and his reputation as the “Other Mr Tumble” is something he is learning to live with. If you, or your child, has never seen Professor Pepperpot at a School Show or even at a friend’s party, now is your chance to witness the “Best Childrens’ Entertainer on the Planet” according to little Jess. Book your tickets NOW! The Professor Pepperpot Family Fun Show is bound to sell out fast. Tickets from £6.50

A TRIBUTE TO ARIANA AND JOJO SWIA Saturday 26th October.

The U.K.’s number one tributes to global superstar Ariana Grande & kids’ sensation JoJo Siwa together in the most exciting new Pop production of 2019! ARIANA GRANDE, Ariana’s music videos have been viewed a total of more than nine billion times online. Her accolades include three American

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Music Awards, three MTV Europe Music Awards, an MTV Video Music Award and four Grammy Award nominations. JOJO SIWA, with 8.5 million YouTube subscribers and 7.5 million Instagram followers, JoJo Siwa is THE biggest teen star of her generation. A role model to millions of young girls around the world; there’s just no stopping her!

With six hit singles to her name including ‘Kid In A Candy Store,’ ‘Boomerang’ and ‘Hold The Drama,’ JoJo was always bound to be a star… and she’s still only 15! She loves to sing and dance and wear her signature bows! Bows that are now known globally and represent her fans called the “Siwanatorz”. The next big adventure in JoJo’s already incredible career is her very first tour in 2019. Tickets £16

SNOW QUEEN Friday 1st November. When Kay is abducted to the Snow Queen’s frozen palace, his best friend Gerda sets out to rescue him… but will she reach the Snow Queen before it’s too late? Anton Benson Productions are proud to present a magical new adaptation of the timeless Hans Christian Andersen story that inspired Frozen, brought to life by an ensemble of actor-musicians, illusion and puppetry. Star casting to be announced. A magical theatre experience for all the family, Tickets from £13

ALADDIN JUNIOR Sunday 3rd November. Come and join us on a magical journey to the fabled city of Agrabah, where carpets fly, genies are real and anybody can become somebody. A one-hour musical stage show based on the beloved Disney film with new songs and score performed by students from Stagecoach Redditch ages 4 - 18. Tickets from £14.

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worcesterartsworkshop Tel: 01905 25053 POTTERY CLUB 4-11YEARS Saturdays until 26th October.

11.15am-12.15pm and 12.30pm1.30pm. £54.

ADVANCED POTTERY FOR YOUNG POTTERS Saturdays until 26th October.

10am-11am and 2.30pm-3.30pm. £54.

OCTOBER ART CAMP FOR LOOKED AFTER CHILDREN Monday 28th October - Friday 1st November. Free (funded

by The Virtual School). A 5 day holiday arts camp for looked after young people aged 6-11 years which will focus on ‘well-being’ and will include drumming, dancing, performing, art and making a film!

OCTOBER ART CAMP Tuesday 29th - Thursday 31st October. 10am – 3pm. £60.

TRANSLUCENT YOUTH DANCE COMPANY 11+ Thursdays, 4.45pm-6.15pm.

Cost: £7.50 per session at the The Theatre an audition is required. Contact Anna translucentdancecompany@gmail.com

worcester live Tel: 01905 611427 RHUBARB THEATRE PRESENTS THE GRUFFALO – INTERACTIVE STORYTELLING Tuesday 29th October. The Bransford Trust Studio, Swan Theatre. ‘A mouse took a walk through the deep dark wood…’ … but it’s full of danger and he’s going to need to keep his wits about him! Join Rhubarb Theatre as they explore Julia Donaldson’s classic tale of The Gruffalo and the colourful characters that we meet in the deep dark wood. Using storytelling, movement, acting out, song and craft, this is the perfect half term treat for little ones. Perfect for ages 4 to 7 – Running time approx.

1 hour. Time: 11am, Price: £6.50, Adults £6

PEACE AT LAST Wednesday 30th October.

The Swan Theatre. Based on the picture book by Jill Murphy. Mr Bear can’t sleep. Mrs Bear is snoring.

So he goes to sleep in Baby Bear’s room. But Baby Bear is pretending to be an aeroplane. So he goes to sleep in the living room… Olivier award-winning OperaUpClose team up with Gallions Primary School in Newham to create a new opera for 3-5-year-olds, based on Jill Murphy’s much-loved picture book, which has been delighting families for generations. Performed in a new composition for three singers, accompanied by harp and woodwind, Peace At Last will tour to schools and theatres across the UK throughout 2019. Running time approx 30 minutes, followed by playtime. Time: 11am Price: £8

STAC PRESENTS CHILDREN’S THEATRE - A WISH IN TIME Saturday 9th November.

Written and directed by Carolyn Young (Amateur Hirer) at the Swan Theatre. Join in the fun, songs and audience participation in popular plays for two-to-nine-year-olds.

When Grimley the gnome invites his friends for tea, his magic pocket watch disappears. If it has been stolen, can a culprit be found? Is there a link to a number of strange happenings that have occurred recently? Can someone be made to see the error of his ways? Time: 10.30 & 11.45am. Price: £2.50 (Groups of 10 or more £2.25 per ticket, Under 2s free)

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However, we would advise parents to phone and check details prior to making a long trip... or promise!

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