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07 FEBRUARY PARENTING TOOLS FOR OUR CHILDREN & US – VIRTUAL EVENT Lets make life easier! There are many ways to help our children that are free and often overlooked. Each month these tools & practices are shared through live open dialogs. Connect with parents worldwide who raise children considered highly sensitive, autistic, ADD/ADHD, or have complex or other special needs. Dr. Elizabeth Joy Shaffer, OTD, OTR/L, hosts this event. She is a U.S. board-certified occupational therapist (& mom) passionate about sharing insights and information to promote parents and children s health and wellbeing. Throughout the last 20 years, Elizabeth has worked with thousands of parents, children, and professionals in North America, South America, Europe, Eastern Europe, Australia, and Africa. She understands the dynamics of living with neurodiversity from the individual s perspective, parent, and therapist. Take a break and join us. It s free! We meet on the second Monday of each month in 2022. 5pm. www. meetup.com/tools-for-parents-who-want-tostress-less-love-more/events/nfdmrsydcdbsb/

11 FEBRUARY WATTS GALLERY – ARTISTS’ VILLAGE Watts Gallery - Artists’ Village, Down Lane, Guildford. GU3 1DQ. 10am-4pm.. Uncover one of Surrey’s true hidden gems with this visit to Watts Gallery – Artists’ Village. This unique site is the joint architectural legacy of the acclaimed Victorian artist George Frederic Watts and renowned designer Mary Watts. Enjoy a private, 75-minute guided tour of Limnerslease House and Studios, the Arts & Crafts home and studios of the Watts’, newly reopened after redevelopment. Afterwards refresh with a well-earned tea, coffee and biscuit before enjoying the extensive grounds. Also don’t miss the ‘Uncommon Power’ exhibition by Lucy and Catherine Madox Brown, exploring the life, art and feminist legacies of these two significant ‘lost Pre-Raphaelite’ artists. Parking is available on site and sensible shoes are advised for walking in the grounds to Limnerlease House. A full itinerary will be made available prior to the visit.

TRAILS AND TALES: GREEN EGGS AND HAM Gatton Park, Reigate, RH2 0TW. 10am2.30pm. Listen to the story of “Magpie’s Treasure” by Kate Slater, with a craft activity then explore a trail around the garden. Another final craft can be completed in the cabin or taken away. Ideal for children aged 2-4 years. 10–11.30am or 1-2.30pm. £6.50 per child. Booking essential online at www. gattonpark.co.uk. events@gatton-park.org.uk WILLOW IN THE WOODS (MORNING) Birtley Woodland Art Space, Birtley Estate, Birtley Road, Bramley, Guildford. GU5 0LB. Join Lorraine for a morning and/ or afternoon, outdoor craft workshop and learn to weave with Willow to create an art piece, a Sculpture you can be proud of! Our woodland art space is nestled within the woodland beyond the lake on the Birtley Estate in Bramley, a beautiful Surrey Hills location, so picturesque with its lakes and gardens and woodland walks and not surprisingly it is classified as an “AONB” an area of outstanding natural beauty! £45

12 FEBRUARY TANDRIDGE MUM2MUM MARKET The Arc, 39 Weston Drive, Caterham, Surrey, CR3 5XY. Tandridge Mum2Mum Market Nearly New Sale is a place to buy and sell* pre-loved pregnancy, maternity, babies and children’s items (0-6 years). 10:30-12:30 £2 entry for adults, children free Free parking, refreshments available, baby changing available, breastfeeding welcomed. Soft play on site (additional fee). *To sell items please book a stall: www.mum2mummarket.co.uk 13 FEBRUARY SNOWDROP DAY – NATIONAL GARDEN SCHEME Gatton Park Gatton Park, Reigate, RH2 0TW. 12noon-5pm. Park and gardens are open to view the snowdrops. Takeaway refreshments available to purchase plus a small plant sale. Gardens open 12-5pm. Book online at www.gattonpark.co.uk. £6 per adult, children go free (payment on the day £7 per adult).

13 – 20 FEBRUARY FEBRUARY HALF TERM MAKE SPACE Watts Gallery - Artists’ Village, Down Lane, Guildford. GU3 1DQ. 10.30am-11.30am, 1pm2pm, 3pm-4pm. Adults free with admission. £3 per child | Friends free. Clore Learning Studio. Book as an add-on to admission to Watts Gallery – Artists’ Village. All ages (ideal for 5+). Pick up a multi-sensory explorer kit to discover the amazing ceiling decorations created by Mary Watts. Make your own plaster tile inspired by the symbols you found and your own ideas in the Clore Learning Studio.

14 - 18 FEBRUARY HALF TERM TUMBLE CAMP Flair Gymnastics : GUILDFORD SPECTRUM, Parkway, Guildford. Super-charge your child’s learning during the holidays and accelerate their confidence and gym skills too! 4 action-packed hours of the most

exciting holiday camp programme around! 9am-1pm. 3 Super-FUN learning zones! TUMBLE - TRAMPOLINE - ACROBATIC. Amazing coaching professionals!Children are grouped by age and then by ability | We welcome all abilities at camp, from Beginner (no past experience) - through to Expert (can backflip or somersault). It is important to note that advanced skills where physical coach support (or shadow supporting) would normally be used shall not be taught at camp. 9am: Arrival, 1pm: Pick-Up. Prices from £44. www.ukflair.com

FEBRUARY HALF TERM: THE ARTISTS’ HOUSE Watts Gallery - Artists’ Village, Down Lane, Guildford. GU3 1DQ. Escape the cold and step inside the artists’ house; let your imagination whisk you away with the sounds and stories that inspired Mary and G F Watts and create your own plaster tile inspired by your adventures.

SCL HEROES FEBRUARY HALF TERM HOLIDAY CLUB Send Barns Lane, Woking. GU23 7BS. Our SCL Heroes February Half Term Holiday Club provide 5 days of superhero fun! Packed with over 30 themed activities, including sports, team games and arts and crafts, we have something for everyone to enjoy. From Hand Print Hero’s to Bench Ball, every activity has been designed and tailored to each age group to ensure maximum enjoyment. Our younger children will get stuck into fully themed activities, using their imagination and creative freedom to complete exciting projects, whilst the older groups are able to enjoy more flexibility and independence, designed to develop and motivate individuals. Our holiday clubs run from 10-4, with Early Kickstarter (8am start) and Extended Energy (till 6pm) sessions available. SINGLE DAY: Standard Day (9:45am - 4pm) - £28.00. Extended Day: (8am - 6pm) - £32.00 WEEK RATES (Book for the whole week to save 10%.): Standard Week - £126.00. Standard Week - £126.00.

SURREY CAMP Bishopsgate School. If the chance to dive into the world of artificial intelligence, code new robots, and gain a deeper understanding of HTML coding sounds like something your kid would love then we have the perfect holiday camp for them! This February half term, we are running a week-long camp to give children a hands-on and immersive technology experience. As one of the few technology camp providers in England, our teachers develop interactive courses for students, teaching key computer science and coding skills, whilst allowing them to explore their creativity. Perfect for tech-savvy geniuses or for introducing beginners to the world of STEM education. Please note that the camp is available to children aged between 5 and 11 years old only. nextthing.education/ product/surrey-bishopsgate-school/

15 - 19 FEBRUARY THE PIRATES OF PENZANCE Godalming Borough Hall Bridge Street, Surrey, GU7 1HR. Godalming Operatic Society presents one of Gilbert & Sullivan’s most popular operettas, The Pirates of Penzance. The story features a band of pirates and their young apprentice Frederic who, having reached 21, is about to be released from his indentures and has sworn to take vengeance on them. Add in a Major General and his large collection of daughters, a bumbling collection of Cornish policemen and such coincidences as Frederic’s birthday falling on February 29th and we have all the ingredients for a hilarious evening’s entertainment, with some of the most memorable songs in the G&S cannon. Godalming Operatic Society is widely regarded as one of the country’s leading G&S societies and has performed in several international festivals. They will be accompanied by a full professional orchestra and the production will be fully staged with stunning costumes. Our performances often sell out, so book early to avoid disappointment. Box office 01252 703376 or online from: www.ticketsource.co.uk/ godalmingoperatic

15 FEBRUARY FOR 5 - 7 YEAR OLDS: KALEIDOSCOPES The Lightbox, Chobham Road, Woking, GU21 4AA. Create some fun, dazzling patterns by making your very own kaleidoscope to explore light, reflections, and symmetry. Workshop for 5-7 year olds. 10.30am - 12.00pm £9.50 per child. Accompanying Adult Free. For 8 - 11 year olds: Learn How to Create Op Art. Be inspired by our exhibition Bridget Riley: Pleasures of Sight and learn how to create your own Op Art paintings in this workshop for 8-11-yearolds. All materials included.1.30pm - 3.00pm. £9.50 Per Child.

17 FEBRUARY FREE COFFEE CONCERT Guildford Cathedral Stag Hill, Guildford, Surrey, GU2 7UP. A free coffee concert with performances by the Rhythm of Life Community Choir. Tea and coffee will be available in the Cathedral from 10:30am.The concert starts at 11.15am. Free admission - all welcome. events@guildford-cathedral.org

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GYMNASTICS AND SQUAD CAMP Rosebery School, Epsom, Surrey. StarTastic February Half Term Camp Open to members & non-members 3+ (must be able to independently take themselves to the toilet) If your child/children is attending the whole day please select the ‘Free Time/ Lunch Hour’ session unless your child/ children are going home for lunch (no food is provided by Star-Tastic). Catch up coupons are available, please email info@ startasticgymnastics.com £16.60.

17 - 24 FEBRUARY JUNIOR SQUASH HOLIDAY CAMP (8-16 YRS) Guildford Surrey. A Junior holiday camp for children with little experience of playing squash or complete beginners. The emphasis will be on rules, basic techniques and lots of fun skills and matchplay. £14. 2pm-4pm. www.surreysportspark.co.uk

18 & 19 FEBRUARY FAMILY TOUR: THE ARTISTS’ HOUSE Watts Gallery - Artists’ Village, Down Lane, Guildford. GU3 1DQ. 10.30-11am, 12-12.30pm, 2-2.30pm, 3-3.30pm. Free with admission. Limnerslease House. Book as an add-on to admission to Watts Gallery – Artists’ Village. All ages (ideal for 5+). Go back in time to 1903 and explore Limnerslease house in the company of a very special guide in this fun family adventure! Armed with mirror and binoculars explore the artists’- home and hear the stories that inspired the fabulous ceiling decorations.

19 FEBRUARY GUILDFORD’S CRAFT & FLEA Guildford Cathedral, Guildford. Craft & Flea is a collection of independent makers, collectors, designers and creatives all under one roof! Shop SMALL and shop LOCAL in our authentic crafty twist on the traditional flea-market with a huge selection of products from illustration to vintage bric-a-brac, plants to jewellery, ceramics to candles and SO much more! This is not a typical craft fair. Stalls have been handpicked based on their high quality, on-trend products. We can’t wait to see you there! 10:00 am to 4:00 pm £2.50 Entry Under 12’s – FREE (does not require a ticket)

REDHILL BRICK AND MODEL SHOW We’re back for 2022. Come and join us for our brick and model show for a chance to see exhibits of Lego, model railways, robots and more. 10am-4pm @redhillbrickandmodelshow 21 FEBRUARY - 7 MARCH CRACKING THE CRYPTIC CROSSWORD CODE The Guildford Institute Ward Street, Guildford GU1 4LH. Are you baffled by cryptic crosswords? If you like wit and wordplay, you’ll enjoy deciphering the coded language of their clues. In this handson course, long-time crossword compiler and editor Susan Purcell will introduce you to the world of cryptic crosswords and their specialised language. We’ll tackle a recent crossword from a broadsheet newspaper together.Please bring a pen or pencil, copies of the crosswords will be provided. Suitable for absolute beginners. Length of course: 3 Mondays. Time: 10:30am - 12:30pm. Tutor: Susan Purcell MA FCIL. www.guildford-institute.org.uk

22 FEBRUARY INDIAN COOKERY LESSONS Mandira’s Kitchen Silent Pool, Shere Road, Albury, Guildford, GU5 9BW. 6pm-9pm. Love Indian food but have no idea where to begin? Our half-day sessions are perfect for enthusiastic beginners and experienced cooks alike. We start with a spice master class over a cup of chai and samosas, where you learn how to properly use spices as well as create personal blends, and then move on to handson cooking of five delicious dishes which you then enjoy. Recipes, ingredients and instructions are provided and all you need to bring is lots of enthusiasm and a sense of adventure. enquiries@mandiraskitchen.com. Price: £90.

STORYTELLING FOR UNDER 5’S The Lightbox gallery and museum , Chobham Road , Woking, GU21 4AA. Join us for some stories, rhymes, and hands-on creative fun either in the studio or around the gallery. Spaces are limited and will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis at Reception from 10.30am on the day. Children must be accompanied by an adult. 11.00am - 11.40am Free Entry. £3 Suggested Donation

26 FEBRUARY FUTURE SCHOOLS FAIR 2022 We are delighted, once again, to host the Danes Hill School Future Schools’ Fair on Saturday 26 February 2022, 10am - 12pm. With over 50 of the top senior schools in the UK in attendance, this invaluable morning offers parents, and children, the perfect opportunity to explore the benefits of a private senior school education. There will be a wide range of senior schools exhibiting, including single sex and co-educational, boarding and day, 11+ and 13+ entry schools. It will give families the unique opportunity to speak to the admissions staff and heads of these prestigious schools. 10:00 to 12:00 This event will be most beneficial for parents of children in Year 4 and Year 5 but, of course, families with younger children are most welcome. Please register your interest for the Danes Hill School Future Schools’ Fair 2022 at www.daneshillschool.co.uk/news/ future-schools-fair

02 MARCH CATHEDRAL TOTS FOR PRESCHOOLERS As the Cathedral marks Ash Wednesday today, Cathedral Tots will explore this idea and learn more about Lent – we will talk about Pancake Day too! Join us in the Cathedral to hear about the special story of Jesus’s time in the wilderness, and to enjoy craft activities, refreshments and fellowship. Parents/carers can bring along pre-schoolers and toddlers to this informal service. 10am – 11.30am. schools@guildford-cathedral.org

6 MARCH KIDS RUN WITH HALSTEAD PREPARATORY SCHOOL FOR GIRLS Attracting 500+ local children each year, the Mercer Surrey Half Marathon Kids Run – sponsored by Halstead Preparatory School for Girls – is an ideal and effective opportunity for children to support both their local community and charitable causes, whilst having fun with friends and family. Huge medal. Instant results (chip timing) The Kids Run encourages children to experience the exciting atmosphere generated surrounding sports events which not only showcases running as a standalone sport, but inspires children to lead active and healthy lifestyles. With full road closures in place and dedicated team of volunteers, the safety of each individual child is fully addressed and catered for. Starting from the main event gantry, the children have made a tradition of sprinting the first 100m – which never fails to get the crowd going! They race along a fully-closed 2km route which is lined with marshals, live bands and cheering spectators. All children are applauded across the finish line and receive a huge medal (amongst other treats) which they will treasure for years. The Kids Run is designed for children to complete themselves, but if your children would prefer to run with you that’s no problem. All children must be registered to run, but there is no need to register chaperones. Children with chaperones should start at the back of the pack. Child Safety and Repatriation Policy - Your children’s safety is taken very seriously. Parents, please be patient and remain calm. Kids Run marshals are instructed to follow a repatriation procedure to return all children to the correct adults. The procedure will be outlined in the prerace briefing notes sent out a week before the race. £12. 9.20am.

08 MARCH STORYTELLING FOR UNDER 5’S The Lightbox gallery and Museum , Chobham Road , Woking , GU21 4AA. Join us for some stories, rhymes, and hands-on creative fun either in the studio or around the gallery. Spaces are limited and will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis at Reception from 10.30am on the day. Children must be accompanied by an adult. 11.00am - 11.40am - Free entry. £3 Suggested Donation

11 MARCH PAINTING FOR UNDER 5S THE LIGHTBOX, CHOBHAM ROAD, WOKING, GU21 4AA. Dress for mess and join us for some sensory painting fun. All materials included. Advance booking required. Children must be accompanied by an adult. 11am-11.40am. £4 per Child • Accompanying Adult Free.

22 MARCH STORYTELLING FOR UNDER 5’S The Lightbox gallery and museum, Chobham Road, Woking, GU21 4AA. Join us for some stories, rhymes, and hands-on creative fun either in the studio or around the gallery. Spaces are limited and will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis at Reception from 10.30am on the day. Children must be accompanied by an adult. 11am -11.40am. Free Entry. £3 Suggested Donation

26 MARCH DINOSAUR ADVENTURE LIVE Harlequin Theatre Warwick Quadrant, Redhill, Surrey, RH1 1NN.“The Greatest Prehistoric Show on Earth” 65 million years in the making… Are you ready for the adventure? Join our intrepid dinosaur adventurers as we journey to a world of living, breathing dinosaurs. Walk with us through the Jurassic era on an unforgettable interactive experience as we introduce you to some of the most incredible species ever to have lived on Earth. Feel the excitement of meeting life-like dinosaurs face-to-face and hearing the tremendous roar of a T-Rex. Learn their history and even feed them, but watch out – you could be on the menu! This awe-inspiring stage show captivates both the young and young at heart, immersing audiences in an enthralling and realistic world of dinosaurs. You won’t want to miss this adventure of a lifetime, so hold onto you hats as this show will blow you away!“It’s Totally T-Rex-iffic!” at 11:30am, 2pm and 4pm.