Family Fun
Young hearts run free
WITH TONS OF COOL CINEMA SCREENINGS, EXHILARATING LIVE EVENTS AND WONDROUS WORKSHOPS TO DIVE INTO… SHIFTER OF SHAPES FROM 23 SEPTEMBER
Throughout September and beyond, Seven Stories are inviting you and your little explorers to dive into a wonderful workshop! Join Seven Stories as they showcase Robert Macfarlane and Jackie Morris’ new novel, The Lost Spells, through an immersive exhibition experience that invites you to step into nature and lose yourself in the magic of the great outdoors. Here, you’ll be able to gaze at Jackie’s original paintings, enjoy a scintillating visit to the Lost Spells Den where you’ll hear Rachel Newton’s bespoke soundtrack, and even have the chance to peer into a wild landscape where a hive of activity awaits! Tickets start from £6.50 per person, see you in the lost world this summer! sevenstories.org.uk
SILENT DISCO ADVENTURE TOUR 25 SEPTEMBER & 2 OCTOBER
Get your groove on with a silent disco through the streets of NE1! Starting from The Gate, strut your stuff and show off your pop star voice as you boogie your way around the Toon taking in the incredibly historic streets and famous landmarks as you delight curious onlookers! With young groovers able to enjoy funky rhythms and iconic hits from all decades, Silent Disco Adventure Tours are a certified hoot, with all members of the family welcome to come along and two-step their way through the city. Expect a barrel of laughs, dodgy dancing and some pretty impressive views of our lush city with this crazy shindig! silentadventures.co.uk
Family Fun at Newcastle Cathedral
23, 28 & 30 SEPTEMBER
What a way to introduce little ones to the awe-inspiring magic of Newcastle Cathedral. Following a historic makeover, this beautiful venue has flung their historic doors open and they’re inviting families from across the region to settle in for an exciting series of drop-in, creative play sessions! Changing each week, families can embark on a self-led tour as they explore a series of brand new creative play stations dotted around the Cathedral that have been specially designed to help you and your loved ones discover this historic place and its stunning grounds through a raft of fun and engaging activities. A free event to get involved in, next time you’re in the city - head over to this beautiful building and lose yourself in the city's history… newcastlecathedral.org.uk
ALL THINGS BABY 25 SEPTEMBER
Calling all new parents and parents-to-be out there! Our chums at John Lewis are hosting an unmissable family event this September as they explore All Things Baby with a range of industry experts. Taking place in-store on Saturday 25th September, All Things Baby will be a celebration of your little ones as expert partners offer top tips, leading brand representatives reveal all about the latest kit on the market and specialists discuss baby and toddler experiences that’ll leave you feeling inspired, equipped and confident when it comes to the world of parenting. No need to book in advance, just round your clan up and head over to John Lewis between 10am and 4pm for a day of parenting paraphernalia! johnlewis.com
DIGGING DEEP: INDUSTRIAL ARTISTRY FAMILY OPEN DAY 25 SEPTEMBER
Our chums at The Common Room have a brilliant family open day taking place this September, and if exploring the North’s industrial heritage through vibrant art, cool poetry and creative writing sounds like just the ticket, then a trip over to Westgate Road exploring their new exhibition, Digging Deep! A bold new display centred around Stella Chadwick’s stunning Black Miner Stained Glass Window, Digging Deep uncovers the hidden histories of black miners and engineers in the North East. As part of the exhibition, you and your gang will create your own piece of art inspired by Stella masterpiece, engage in sensational storytime and even take a stab at creative writing inspired by the exhibition. Don’t miss out on this fab free event taking place in the city centre! thecommonroom.org.uk
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TINY SPARKS 29 SEPTEMBER
Wander over to Discovery Museum this autumn for an award-winning play session inspired by the incredible exhibitions currently on show! Aimed at curious creators and inspiring inventors, Tiny Sparks allows children’s imaginations to run wild with exciting stories, wonderful workshops and marvellous music-based activities around groundbreaking scientific discoveries and inventions. You'll have yourself a budding builder in no time! discoverymuseum.org.uk
