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October Half Term Edition Issue 106 9 Oct - 19 Nov 2017

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By now hopefully all ‘first timers’ will have settled down in school and be ready for the first school holiday of the year. School holidays are really the time that Primary Times is invaluable as our listings are so comprehensive that if we don’t know about it, it’s not happening (with only one or two exceptions!)

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There’s so much happening over the next few weeks. Don’t forget to check through the listings for Halloween parties, fireworks displays, events for Museums at Night and a real spectacular event for those who can get to central London, the Lord Mayor’s Show on 11 November. Whatever you get up to this half term, have a brilliant time.

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Sparkly Fireworks Night will soon be here. There are some really useful guidelines available for firework safety on the Fire Service website. Take a look at www.fireservice.co.uk/safety/ firework-safety. They have tips on how to keep children safe, who should use sparklers, where to buy fireworks, which ones to buy, how to set them off and what you will need on the night. The main thing is Be Safe, not Sorry.

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Film Preview Guide LEGO Ninjago Movie

A new animated adventure in Warner Bros. Pictures’ LEGO franchise is in cinemas on 13 October.The LEGO Ninjago Movie, starring Jackie Chan, depicts the battle for Ninjago City as it calls to action young Master Builder Lloyd, aka the Green Ninja. Crowds cheer the Green Ninja as a hero, but when he takes his mask off people only see him as Lloyd, the boy unfortunate enough to be the son of The Worst Guy Ever, Garmadon. It’s hard for him to make friends or get through the day because Garmadon ruins everything, but Lloyd still yearns to have some sort of relationship with his dad.Along with his friends, who are all secret ninja warriors, and led by Master Wu, as wise-cracking as he is wise, the team must defeat Garmadon. Pitting mech against mech and father against son, the epic showdown will test this ﬁerce but undisciplined team of modern-day ninjas who must learn to check their egos and pull together to unleash their inner power of Spinjitzu. For more information visit www.legoninjagomovie.com.

Paddington 2

Paddington is back on our screens on 10 November with Hugh Grant and Brendan Gleeson joining the all-star returning cast including Hugh Bonneville, Julie Walters, Jim Broadbent, Imelda Staunton and Peter Capaldi with Ben Whishaw as the voice of Paddington. The much-anticipated sequel ﬁnds Paddington happily settled with the Brown family in Windsor Gardens, where he has become a popular member of the community, spreading joy and marmalade wherever he goes.While searching for the perfect present for his beloved Aunt Lucy’s hundredth birthday, Paddington spots a unique pop-up book in Mr Gruber’s antique shop and embarks upon a series of odd jobs to buy it. But when the book is stolen, it’s up to Paddington and the Browns to unmask the thief. Hugh Grant plays Windsor Gardens’ local celebrity, Phoenix Buchanan, a vain, charming acting legend whose star has fallen somewhat in recent years. Brendan Gleeson plays “Knuckles” McGinty, a notorious safe-cracker and legendary strongman who becomes an unexpected new ally for Paddington.Will the nation’s much loved bear be able to recover the stolen book?

Thor: Ragnarok

Are you a fan of Marvel characters? If you are, you’re in for a treat as not one but two characters, the Hulk and Thor, are featured in the new release from Disney. Imprisoned on the other side of the universe, the mighty Thor ﬁnds himself in a deadly gladiatorial contest that pits him against the Hulk, his former ally and fellow Avenger.Thor’s quest for survival leads him in a race against time to prevent the all-powerful Hela from destroying his home world and the Asgardian civilization.Thor: Ragnarok is released in cinemas on 24 October.

WIN WIN WIN WIN WIN WIN WIN To be in with a chance of winning one of ﬁve copies of Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul on DVD, send an email to competitions@ primarytimes.biz with ‘Wimpy Kid’ as the subject by Friday 3 November. Don’t forget to include your name, age, address, school and contact telephone number.

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A Unique Kids Book Club

Bookabees, a new book club solely for kids, aims to create a magical and educational experience around children’s reading. With 31% of children unable to find things to read which interest them, Bookabees mission is simple - to get more of the right books into more children’s hands. The ideal gift experience for parents, grandparents or relatives to give, Bookabees enables you to choose from three subscription levels – Little (one book per month @ £4.99), Big (three books per month @ £8.99) and Bigger (5 books per month @ £10.99). Suitable for children 0-11yrs, Bookabees curates personalised book lists for each child based on their likes, dislikes and previous book selections. It then amalgamates this information with a clever ‘recommended for’ algorithm and the handpicked lists are popped in a queue ready to be viewed. The titles in the top of the queue are delivered each month along with a range of fun, educational activity surprises such as stickers, paper aeroplanes, bookmarks and make your own do not disturb signs. The Bookabees subscription packages are 100% flexible and the level can be changed or cancelled at any time. Inspire your child’s love of reading by signing up at www.bookabees.com.

Charity Christmas Card Shops

The festive season gets underway when the Cards for Good Causes pop-up charity Christmas card shop opens up. Buying Christmas cards through Cards for Good Causes is the best way to get access to the widest selection of Christmas cards available as well as a fantastic range of seasonal gifts and products, while supporting a range of national and local charities. There are more than 250 charities represented including Cancer Research UK, Barnardo’s, NSPCC, Alzheimer’s Society and RNLI as well as a number of local charities including Kent, Surrey and Sussex Air Ambulance, Hi Kent and Make a Wish. In the past ten years, charities have received more than £40 million from Cards for Good Causes, who give at least 70p in every pound to the charity. There are several different Cards for Good Causes shops in East Kent including locations in Faversham and Hythe Libraries as well as other sites in Canterbury and Tenterden. For more information about locations and opening times visit www.cardsforcharity.co.uk.

Traditional Kent Oast House Weekend Treat B&B Set in the heart of the peaceful village of Shipbourne, near Tonbridge, this traditional roundel oast house is totally selfcontained with its own private entrance. Guests will find a generous continental breakfast provided for them in the oast kitchenette. Price for double occupancy from £70 per night (incl breakfast)

BearManorOast@hotmail.co.uk 01732 811 256 • www.bearmanoroast.co.uk

At Stagecoach students learn so much more than how to sing, dance and act. Stagecoach help children blossom into well-rounded individuals ready to embrace life and all its opportunities. With more than 28 years experience in teaching the performing arts, Stagecoach understands how to get the best out of its young performers. They delight in seeing students have fun, make friends, learn skills and discover hidden talents. The school encourages children to take ‘safe risks’ through rehearsals and performance, which brings out a willingness to take on new challenges. Children will learn to sing, dance and act while developing a broad range of life skills. Stagecoach was founded in 1988 and is the largest part-time performing arts franchise in the world with 600 schools across the UK and a presence in 10 other countries. Every year students have the opportunity to perform on a public stage in London. Many students choose to be examined and earn themselves credits and valuable extra UCAS points in the higher grades. There is always something exciting to be found at Stagecoach. Contact the Ashford centre for more information on 01233 611 696, the Whitstable and Faversham centre on 01843 639 021 or visit the website at www.stagecoach.co.uk.

Children’s Birthday Parties at Bewl Water

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With all of the fun activities at Bewl Water, it’s the perfect venue to hold your children’s birthday parties! There are a selection of activity based parties for you to choose from including Mini Ranger Safari, Cycling Parties, Laser Challenge. They’re all action packed and ideal for a range of ages. For something more traditional, Bewl Water offer classic children’s birthday parties which can be tailored around your child including traditional party games such as pass the parcel, musical chairs and musical statues. They can also offer treasure hunts, giant jenga, bouncy castle hire and their very own Bewl Nature Trail. For mini-dancers, why not hold a disco party in the Waterfront Café? For the adventurous you could have your children’s party out on the water in The Bewl Belle. Bewl Water even have a special pirate theme party on the Bewl Belle which is always a great success for children’s parties. There really is something for everyone at Bewl Water. With a specialist child friendly team who love to run children’s parties, it means more fun for everyone. Parents have the chance to relax knowing everyone is having the best time. Make your next children’s party an experience to remember with Bewl Water. Enquire today by calling 01892 890 000.

Design the Primary Times Christmas Card

Every year, we at Primary Times send out thousands of Christmas cards and we’d like you to help us create the picture for this year’s card. It can be any picture you like to do with Christmas in some way.You might like to make it Father Christmas, a snowman, Rudolf with his red nose or maybe a nativity scene.You can draw or paint your picture. Our picture shows our card from last year which was designed for us by Sanuli Athauola from White Meadows Primary School. Teachers and schools are very welcome to send in a whole class’s entries in a single envelope. The winner will see their design used for the Primary Times Christmas Card and will also receive fifty copies of the card with envelopes. For full details of how to enter, see our competition page.

Mummy Puff Pastry Pizza Pies

Pile the toppings in the centre of each circle, leaving a small strip around the edges clear. Cut the leftover pastry into strips and drape over the toppings to create mummy bandage patterns, pushing There’s nothing quite so scary as an ancient Egyptian the edges down so that they stick to the pastry circles. mummy all wrapped up in bandages and ready to Brush over with beaten egg. Tidy up the edges by chase you round the house. Not so scary but lots of cutting off the excess with the same circle cutter you fun are these Mummy Puff Pastry Pizza Pies. They’re used to cut out the original circles. easy to make and really quite healthy. Bake in the oven for around 15 minutes until cooked Ingredients: 375g ready rolled puff pastry, through and golden. Remove from the oven and leave 2tbsp tomato puree,1/4 bell pepper finely chopped,1 to cool for a few minutes. To make the eyes, cut small spring onion finely chopped, 25g mini pepperoni slices, circles from the leftover cheese slices, then dot the 75g grated cheddar cheese and slices for the eyes, and ‘eyes’ with an edible marker pen or if you don’t have 1 beaten egg. Edible marker pen or food colouring. one, use a little food colouring with a fine paintbrush. Pop two eyes onto each mummy pie then hand them Method: Preheat the oven to 200°C (Gas mark 6), 180°C for a fan oven. Line a couple of baking round to all your friends and family. Wait for them to tell you how clever you are and not a scary trays with greaseproof or baking paper. Using a large circle cutter, cut out circles of Mummy in sight! pastry and place on your lined baking trays. With thanks to Grace Hall at Spread a thin layer of tomato puree Eats Amazing for the recipe. over each circle. www.eatsamazing.co.uk

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What’s On Your family diary for October and November Ongoing Until 24 Oct

Seal and Wildlife Watching Trips, The Kiosk Pier Yard, Ramsgate, CT11 8LS Take a trip to an active seal colony inside a National Nature Reserve. The trips are timed to coincide with tidal flows for the best chance of seeing these wonderful mammals in their natural habitat. For more information, times and to book visit www.seasearcher.co.uk

Until 31 Oct

The Battle of Margate 1387, Market Place, Margate, CT9 1ER An exhibition of a very important sea battle. Fought off Margate between the English Fleet and a combined French, Flemish and Spanish Fleet which resulted in a resounding victory for the English under the Earls of Essex and Nottingham. For more information visit www.visitkent.co.uk

The Big Draw Festival, Nationwide The Big Draw Festival is for anyone who loves to draw, as well as those who think they can’t! It’s an opportunity to join a global community in celebration of the universal language of drawing. For a full list of the venues taking part or to register visit www.thebigdraw. org

Until 26 Nov

Painting with Rainbows, The Historic Dockyard, Chatham, ME4 4TE Travel the world through Michael Foreman’s drawings from his sketchbook, which went with him everywhere. With storytelling, activities and even a chance for one of the ARP Wardens to lead you into the Air Raid Shelters for an immersive experience of life during WWII. For more information visit www.thedockyard.co.uk

October Fri 13 – Sun 15 Oct

MCE Insurance British Superbike Championship, Brands Hatch, Longfield, DA3 8NG A huge hit with motor racing fans, and regularly boasting huge crowds and a fantastic atmosphere, plus

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breath taking action on the track. Under 13s free. To book tickets and for more information visit www.brandshatch.co.uk

Fri 13 – Tues 31 Oct

The Little Monster Hunt, Bluewater Shopping Centre, Greenhithe, DA9 9ST Twelve spooky little monsters, including Frankenstein, Dracula and The Mummy, will be on the loose in Bluewater in the run up to Halloween.You can take part for free by picking up a map from the concierge desk outside M&S on the lower mall, and will receive a prize when they complete the hunt. For more information visit www.bluewater.co.uk

Sat 14 Oct

Boot Fair and Clearance Sale, The Lord Whisky Sanctuary Fund, Stelling Minnis, CT4 6AN Boots from 8am. Go along and enjoy the boot fair and clearance sale plus help raise vital funds for the sanctuary. To find out more about the event call 01303 862 622 or visit www.lordwhisky.co.uk

Carnival, Faversham Town Centre, ME13 8BD 6.30pm. Faversham’s illuminated carnival parade tours the town centre, starting from Whitstable Road. For more information visit www.faversham.org

Sat 14 – Sun 15 Oct

Pick your Own Pumpkin, Pumpkin Moon, Maidstone,

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10am-4pm. Go along to pick your own pumpkin with over fifty varieties to choose from. Borrow a wheelbarrow or bring some strong bags to carry your pumpkin in. For more information visit www. pumpkinmoon.uk

Halloween Pumpkins, Pick your Own Pumpkin, Ashford, TN25 7HY Pull on your wellies and go and pick your own pumpkin for Halloween. FREE entry, just pay for what you pick. For more information visit www. pickyourownpumpkin.farm

Spook Academy, The Canterbury Tales, CT1 2TG 12noon-4pm. Enrol in the medieval attractions Spook Academy. Children will learn how to scare their parents in Ghoul School and meet Professor Spring. Families are encouraged to dress up and the best costume will receive a gift. For more information visit www. canterburytales.org.uk

Sat 14 Oct – Sat 4 Nov Canterbury Festival, Various Locations in Canterbury

The largest festival of arts and culture in the region will provide a wide range of events, including music, theatre and dance, comedy, science, exhibitions, walks and talks. For more information visit www. canterburyfestival.co.uk

Sun 15 Oct

Betteshanger Bikers, Betteshanger Park, Deal, CT14 0BF 10am–11.30am. Get expert coaching, learn awesome cycling skills and take part in fun and exciting games from the British Cycling qualified coaches. Ages 8-14. Book on 01304 619 227. For more information visit www. betteshanger-park.co.uk

Puppetry and Crafts, Dreamland, Margate, CT9 1XJ 11am–3pm. Join friends, Teddy and Betty, for an afternoon of arts and crafts. Explore storytelling with Teddy and Betty puppet shows and even take part in your own puppet making. A drop in session. Charges apply. For more information visit www.dreamland.co.uk

T & B Puppet Show & Craft Workshops, Dreamland, Margate, CT9 1XJ 11am–3pm. Go along to see the T&B Puppet Show and enjoy some craft workshops. Charges apply. For more information and to book visit www.dreamland.co.uk

Tues 17 Oct

Photo Days, Wildwood Trust, Herne Bay, CT6 7LQ (Also 28 Nov) An opportunity to take close-up photos of the animals with the resident photographer Dave Butcher. Different animals will be photographed across the day, with animal feeds for the more elusive ones to help you get close views. For more information and to book visit www.wildwoodtrust.org

Tues 17 – Sun 22 Oct

Dynasty, Chinese State Circus, Jackson’s Recreation Ground, Rochester ME1 1DU Enjoy a majestic world of spellbinding acrobatics, breath taking bravery and effortless elegance. For more information and to book visit www. chinesestatecircus.com

Thurs 19 Oct

Hobbit Day Celebration, Strood Library, Rochester, ME2 4TJ 9am-5pm. Go along for a fun day out packed with pop-in activities. Costumes are encouraged. Ages 4-10. For more information call 01634 337 799.

Fri 20 – Sun 29 Oct

Pick your Own Pumpkin, Pumpkin Moon, Maidstone, ME14 3BE 10am-4pm. Go along to pick your own pumpkin with over fifty varieties to choose from. Borrow a wheelbarrow or bring some strong bags to carry your pumpkin in. For more information visit www. pumpkinmoon.uk

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Simple Simon

This Half Term time enjoy a funtastic live stage adventure from children’s favourite Simple Simon at the Winter Gardens Margate. In this latest adventure, Fairy Moonbeam needs Simon and his pet cat Tommy to help save Princess Lily from the evil clutches of Wicked Witch Wilhelma and her horrible henchman ‘Grot’. This special Halloween Spooky Adventure from Gordon Clarkson Productions is full of thrills, chills, ghosts and ghouls with songs and comedy as well as lots of joining in. Particularly popular are the ‘Stage Spots’ where lucky children are selected at random to get up on the stage to take part in games and songs to win small prizes. Plus, to celebrate Halloween, anyone who comes in scary fancy dress will get a special balloon to take home with them. The show is on for one performance only on Thursday 26 October at the Winter Gardens Margate. Doors open at 2pm for curtain up at 2.30pm. The show will conclude at 4.30pm. Tickets are priced at £7.50 with a family ticket for 4 at a discounted £28. To book your tickets call the box office on 01843 292 795. For more information visit www.gordonclarksonproductions.co.uk.

Canterbury Festival

Canterbury Festival is bursting at the seams with family-friendly events for all ages; from disco dancing to slapstick comedy, puppetry to pub quizzes and gory history to forensic investigations. Big and small humans can enjoy entertainment of all varieties during the October Half Term and beyond, including a one-off circus extravaganza, ‘The Greatest Little Show on Earth’, curated especially for the Festival and set in the other-worldly setting of the Spiegeltent. Perennial favourites such as Baby Loves Disco, the original family dance party for parents and children, and the amazing Trash Test Dummies, whose award-winning, side-splitting slapstick comedy routine all the way from Australia takes the household wheelie bin to new heights, are joined by many more family-friendly productions. Many shows will also offer free post-show events in the Discover Hub, where kids can take part in workshops alongside performers and receive an Arts Award certificate. For more information visit www.canterburyfestival.co.uk

Family Theatre

A Christmas Carol in Church

Theatre company, This is My Theatre, are inviting audiences to join them as they bring Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol to historic and rural churches this December. On Christmas Eve, Ebenezer Scrooge, a mean-spirited and miserly old man, is visited by the ghost of his business partner Jacob Marley. Shown Christmas’ Past, Present and Future he is offered the chance of redemption...but will he take it? This stunning one-act adaptation with traditional carols for all to sing and festive refreshments will definitely get all of the family in the mood for Christmas.Visit www.thisismytheatre.com for details of the full tour.

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Stick Man

Peter Pan

What starts off as a morning jog becomes quite the misadventure for Stick Man: a dog wants to play fetch with him, a swan builds a nest with him, and he even ends up on a fire! How will Stick Man ever get back to the family tree? Ages 3+.

The Ramshackle House

Box Office: 01795 594 460 22 Oct

The Three Musketeers

Slapstick comedy trio ‘The Three Half Pints’ (as seen on CBeebies) come to Faversham with their hilarious act ‘The Three Musketeers’. Ages 5 -11.

30 Oct

Nightmare on Panto Street

When all the pantomime heroes get together, it takes a super hero to save the happy ending! This is a trick-and-treat of a panto.

Astor Deal Box Office: 01304 370 220 4 Nov

Book Story

A story about some books. In a library ... But these are no ordinary books and this is no ordinary library. It’s Brian’s library, a wonderful, magical place where the books like to flutter their pages and let their shelves go. Ages 5+.

Avenue Sittingbourne Box Office: 01795 471 140 16 – 18 Nov

A Christmas Carol

Gulbenkian Canterbury Box Office: 01227 769 075 15 Oct

Storyteller, Storyteller

What happens when two children’s storytellers arrive at the same place at the same time to tell their stories?? A head to head that leads to a feast of clowning, physical silliness and some magical non-verbal storytelling.

22 Oct

Bookstory

Ugly Duckling

In a festive mood, the ladies of the Farndale Avenue Housing Estate Townswomen’s Guild Dramatic Society portray their stage version of A Christmas Carol.

Charlton Park, Canterbury Box Office: 01227 831 355 29 Oct

Penny Dreadful

There are chills and chuckles in abundance with this original one-woman show featuring Sweeney Todd’s partner in crime, Mrs Lovett. Suitable for children and the young and heart. 8

Rattling windows, wobbly floorboards and a crumbling roof... What will Christmas be like for the family that calls this rickety house their home? Will it be ready in time for the festivities? Ages 3+.

6 – 10 Dec

The Little Match Girl

Based on Hans Christian Andersen’s classic story, this touching tale of an impoverished young street girl’s hopes and dreams is beautifully told through dance, song and original music performed live on stage. Ages 5+.

This is the story of some books Leas Cliff Hall who live in a library. But this is no ordinary library. It’s a Folkestone wonderful, magical Box Office: 01303 228 Enjoy place where the 600 the show! books like to flutter Until 14 Nov their pages and let And don’t their shelves go…. War Horse forget to say Ages 5+. An unforgettable you saw it in theatrical event Primary 27 Oct which takes Times! The Steadfast audiences on an extraordinary journey from Tin Soldier the fields of rural Devon to the This playful retelling of Hans trenches of First World War Christian Andersen’s poetic France. story uses light, projected animations and simple Marlowe Canterbury materials that are skilfully Box Office: 01227 787 787 transformed through puppetry. Ages 3+. 19 Oct

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On Christmas Eve, Ebenezer Scrooge is visited by a series of ghosts. In turn, they display the memories of his past, reveal his current unhappy life and uncover what his future may hold.

Metropole Arts Centre Folkestone Box Office: 01303 255 070 30 Oct

Crafty’s Creepy Castle

Go along in your scariest costume and join the adventure to find the hidden treasure, then meet Crafty afterwards to receive a special Trick or Treat present. Ages 2-7.

Quarterhouse Folkestone Box Office: 01303 760 750 23 – 24 Oct

The Hogwallops

Meet The Hogwallops, a family unlike all others. Every day activities are extreme, with simple tasks such as bedtime and teeth brushing needing a bungee and high level jet-spray. Ages 5.

A show with bold choreography which blends the classical and the contemporary dance.

St. Mary’s Hall Studio Canterbury

The Owl and the Pussycat

9 Oct - 19 Nov ‘17

Box Office: 01843 863 701 25 Nov

Ballet Black

23 – 24 Oct

In a nest at the edge of a pond a flock of baby ducklings find an enormous egg in their midst, here the story begins, of the most unusual duckling the pond has ever seen - Ugly Duckling! Ages 3+.

Memorial Broadstairs A Christmas Carol

24 – 26 Nov

Alexander Centre, Faversham

There will be lots of audience participation and spectacular special effects, this promises to be the biggest and funniest pantomime ever.

Let’s All Dance company combines fantastic dancing, beautiful costumes and crystal clear storytelling to engage and delight young audiences. Ages 2-11.

26 Oct

The Dream Factory

A story of a young girl who has lost her ability to dream. You’ll embark on a magical adventure to find out where dreams are made, what they look like… and even what they smell like. Ages 4-9.

Box Office: 01227 378 188 23 Oct

Dr Death and the Medievil Medicine Show

A funny and highly engaging history of medicine, hygiene, anatomy and disease. This show promises Blood, guts and more. Ages 7+.

Box Office: www. canterburyfestival.co.uk 24 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 25 Oct

The Slightly Fat Show

Expect staggering stunts, lots of laughs and orchestrated mayhem to dazzle and delight. A night of variety suitable for the whole family, best described as â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Cirque Du Soleil meets Monty Pythonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;. Ages 7+.

25 Oct

The Origin of Speciesâ&#x20AC;Ś

the Park? From the team behind â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;The Hairy Maclary showâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; â&#x20AC;&#x201C; see all 3 of Nick Sharrattâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Shark in the Parkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; books live on Stage! Ages 3+.

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The Hartleypool Monkey

A boisterous crew tell this timely tale through spirited sea shanties and mischievous puppetry from Gyre & Gimble, original puppeteers on War Horse and the team behind Running Wild. Ages 10+.

12 Nov Enjoy The Night Pirates the show! A tale of a group of And donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t little girl pirates who forget to say descend on a young you saw it in boy called Tom at

Box Office: 01843 292795 www.margatewintergardens.co.uk

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SPOOKY HALLOWEEN ADVENTURE Thursday 26 October 2017

Doors 2pm. Curtain up 2.30pm (concludes by 4.30pm)

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Spiegeltent, Canterbury

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International smash hit The Origin of Species is a show for Primary bedtime. Eager to join young and old alike, the pirate adventure, Times! telling the incredible Tom uses his house as a tale of how Charles Darwin pirate ship and sets sail to retrieve came to discover the secrets stolen treasure. Ages 3+. of evolution. Incredible puns, 16 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 17 Nov songs, and silliness. Ages 7+.

26 Oct

Curious Creatures

Meet creatures of all shapes and sizes: from performing fleas, skateboarding snails and gymnastic gerbils to an irritable alligator, an overexcited elephant and a very intelligent orangutan. Ages 5+.

28 Oct

Trash Test Dummies

This award-winning, sidesplitting slapstick comedy routine takes the household wheelie bin to new heights. Showcasing a stunning array of jaw dropping acrobatics, juggling and stunt work. Ages 3+.

Shakespeare Schools Festival 2017

Whether you are a parent, friend or another local school, we invite you to an exhilarating evening of theatre where you will see Shakespeareâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s stories brought to life like never before.

Winter Gardens Margate Box Office: 01843 292 795 14 Oct

Mister Maker and the Shapes Live!

With a fabulous supporting cast and art at its heart, this live show encourages Mini Makers and grown-ups to sing, dance and make some noise! Ages 2-8.

4 Nov

The Greatest Little Show on Earth

This one-off circus extravaganza is curated especially for the Canterbury Festival. Expect mouth juggling, illusions, and comic mayhem for all. Ages 3+.

15 Oct

Sleeping Beauty

A classic fairy tale set to Tchaikovskyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s magnificent score, stunning choreography, beautiful costumes all combine to portray the struggle between good and evil. Brought to you by Vienna Festival Ballet.

Theatre Royal Margate Box Office: 01843 292 795 21 Oct

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6–11pm. Experience the darker side of Dreamland this Halloween. 6 Scare Mazes set throughout the entire amusement park are sure to send a chill down the spine. A no scare ticket is available for those who do not wish to access the mazes. For more information and to book visit www.dreamland.co.uk

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Pub Quiz for Kids, Festival Spiegeltent, Kingsmead, Canterbury CT1 1SZ 2pm. This fantastically fun family quiz is hosted by Patrick Monahan, one of the UK’s favourite standups and it promises to go where no quiz has gone before. Prepare for huge laughs and wonderful fun for the whole family. Ages 5+. For more information visit www. canterburyfestival.co.uk

Birchington Indoor Fair, The Centre, Birchington, CT7 9EG 9am-12noon. Go along to help raise vital funds for The Lord Whisky Sanctuary Fund. For more information visit www.lordwhisky. co.uk

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Go and explore the Enchanted Garden (behind Commissioner’s House) which will be transformed with all manner of mythical beasts, sprites and fairies that will captivate children of all ages. There will be pumpkin carving, fairy trail and more. For more information visit www.thedockyard.co.uk

Pull on your wellies and go and pick your own pumpkin for Halloween. FREE entry, just pay for what you pick. For more information visit www. pickyourownpumpkin.farm

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Go along for a day of fun which includes Spooky Fancy Dress Day, Halloween Talks, Top Trump Trails, and Medieval weekend and much more. For more information and to look visit www.wildwoodtrust. org.uk

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Step in to The Historic Dockyard Chatham’s Enchanted Garden this October Half Term, for a week full of magic, myths and captivating fun. The magnificent grounds of the Commissioner’s House will be transformed into an Enchanted Garden from 21 to 29 October with pumpkin carving taking place inside the Edwardian greenhouse! Why make a mess at home when you can carve your pumpkin in between the greenery whilst looking out across the Enchanted Garden? Try to find all the fairies in the trails and don’t miss out on hands-on fun for the whole family including storytelling or unique craft sessions. Also not to miss is Painting with Rainbows – A Michael Foreman exhibition originated by Seven Stories. Snuggle into one of the cosy reading corners, sketch away in drawing activities and there’s even a chance for an air raid experience.

Get Spooked, Dreamland, Margate, CT9 1XJ Enjoy lots of Halloween-themed activities at the park this half term, including wand-making workshops, Halloween Pirate School and Teddy & Betty’s Spooky Adventure Show. The Gruffalo will make an appearance on 26th. For times and more information visit www. dreamland.co.uk/events.

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10am-4pm. Feeling brave enough to take on Kent’s most haunted castle? Prepare to be scared this Autumn Half Term as a frighteningly fun day out awaits you. Admission charges apply. For more information visit www.englishheritage.org.uk/dover-castle

Halloween Half Term Treats, Betteshanger Park, Deal, CT14 0BF Be afraid - a hair-raising half term is planned at Betteshanger Park with spectacularly spooky family activities taking place throughout the week, including a Halloween

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Fun Days Out with the Family There’s loads to explore and maybe you’ll discover the artist within yourself too! This is all included in the annual ticket which allows you explore the Historic Dockyard including three historic warships and 10 museum galleries. There is something to enchant everyone at The Historic Dockyard Chatham this October Half Term so make sure to visit www.thedockyard.co.uk to find out more.

Half Term Fun for your Witches & Wizards

Be afraid - a hair-raising Half Term is planned at Betteshanger Park with spectacularly spooky family activities taking place throughout the week. Head out on the Halloween Trail from 21-29 October to discover some creepy goings on. Follow Tawny Owl, Guardian of the Woods, and his loyal friend Spider on a mysterious self-guided trail around the Park. Get up close to one of nature’s most beautiful nocturnal creatures with the Owl Encounter session on 22 October. Meet a range of different owls, learn about their behaviour and witness the majestic night predators soar above your head. Save your kitchen from getting messy and carve your pumpkins at Betteshanger Park from 23-29 October. There will be lots of ghoulish ideas to get you started at the carving station. On 28 and 29 October, head deep into the woods to conjure up some friendly forest spirits.Young witches and wizards can work together to make broomsticks, wands and spider webs. They’ll toast sticky marshmallows over the open fire and explore the woods hunting for creepy crawlies.

As darkness descends on 28 October, head to the Open Air Cinema to watch cult family favourite, Hocus Pocus (1993) under the stars. Pack a comfy chair, a warm blanket and enjoy an alternative cinema experience under the stars. Join in with Halloween family fun at Betteshanger Park. For more information, visit www.betteshanger-park.co.uk/halloween.

Wacky Witches and Wizards at Leeds Castle

This Halloween Half Term you’ll find wacky witches and wizards around the Castle grounds and be able to listen to their spooky tales although beware, they often get themselves in a monster muddle. Silly sorcerers are making big mistakes. Note them on your trail card to be rewarded with a chocolate prize. A spooky quest is available in the Woodland Walk for younger visitors (a small charge applies). Join in the fancy dress competition at 2pm each day, dance in the children’s ‘Monster Mash Ball’ and take part in ghoulish games. On 4 and 5 November be amazed by the biggest and best fireworks in the South East of England. This year the incredible display will be themed around the ‘Best of British’. Listen out for some iconic British songs in this patriotic evening of pyrotechnics. Arrive from 2pm onwards to enjoy live music, entertainment, a falconry display, and the maze as well as play areas and a variety of delicious food options. Then from 5.30pm music, projections and fireworks will combine against the beautiful backdrop of the castle. Live music will carry on after the display at 6.30pm. Prices are Adults £22, Children (4-15 years) £14.50 with under 4yrs free. Book online or call the booking office on 01622 767 865. Under 4 years tickets must be reserved at the time of booking.

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Autumn Fun in the Woods

Autumn is a spectacular season as our trees transform from lush greens into stunning displays of red, gold and brown. Embrace the crisp air and celebrate with these top ideas from the Woodland Trust. As the days shorten and temperatures drop, our woodlands show signs of the new season. Walk along wooded paths, crunch on fallen leaves and smell fruits ripening in hedgerows. Use the Woodland Trust website to find a wood near you and experience the amazing autumn colour. Autumn is an enchanting time to be out in the woods and get muddy together with your family.Visit the Nature Detectives online for lots of exciting ideas to tempt kids – and grown-ups – from bat spotting to twilight treks. Head off on an autumn scavenger hunt to see how many autumnal signs you can discover while you’re out and about, or try collecting fallen leaves and conkers and make a wonderful woodland collage. Why not celebrate the season at one of the Woodland Trust’s events? Light up at a lantern-making workshop, discover magical mushrooms on a fungal foray, pull on your wellies for a woodland wander or get crafty with crispy leaves. Don’t forget to tell the Woodland Trust what you see. Recording your seasonal sightings with Nature’s Calendar will help scientists observe how the changing climate is affecting the UK’s wildlife. Can you take a note of the first signs of autumn, from ripe berries to leaves changing colour? Head to www.woodlandtrust.org.uk for more great ideas to embrace the autumn season. Photo credit: WTML

Halloween at the Rare Breeds Centre

From wand-making workshops for the most powerful witches or wizards in all of Kent to creating monsters with paint and making your own slime, fun-packed and free arts and crafts sessions will keep the little funsters entertained throughout the Half Term. Other daily activities for Get Spooked include Halloween Pirate School, Teddy and Betty’s Spooky Adventure Show, a ghost hunt, games, dance, learning about and meeting creepy crawlies in the Dreamland Ark and much, much more! Venturing out of the deep, dark wood, The Gruffalo will be making a special appearance at Dreamland on Thursday 26 October. Come and see the world’s best-loved monster. The Gruffalo will be making personal appearances at intervals throughout the day. For opening times and more information, please visit www.dreamland. co.uk/events.

Spell Binding Adventures at Kent & East Sussex Railway

Enjoy a fun day out at Tenterden’s Steam Railway this Halloween (Tuesday 24 to Thursday 26 October) with a return journey between Tenterden and Bodiam stations. Enjoy all the free family-friendly events as part of the Halloween High Jinx including ‘Mr Mystery’ magic show and pumpkin carving. At Bodiam station watch some exhilarating birds of prey flying demonstrations. Train travel and events are all included with the purchase of a Travelcard. Discounted advance TravelCards are available online: Family £36.20, Adult £16.20, Child (3-15) £10.80. When purchased on the day TravelCards are: Family £38, Adult £18, Child (3-15) £12.

Things are about to get a little spooky on the farm. We dare you join in at the Rare Breeds Centre for a Half Term Week filled with ghosts, ghouls and of course a whole lot of fearsome fun. From Saturday 21 to Sunday 29 October, families can enjoy a whole host of Halloween fun at the Rare Breeds Centre including the Spooks Trail, only for the brave. Go along and meet Vunderbar the Wizard who will be in the Discovery room telling spooky stories and singing scary songs on weekdays. Get messy in Cauldron Cookery Courses for kids on weekends. Get a fearsome face paint and take part in the fancy dress competition. Watch a swashbuckling adventure unfold before your eyes with performances of ‘Pirate Island’ by Wiley Wolf Productions. Look out for Halloween characters around the farm and join in with The Devil’s Pig Race – if you dare. Plus (for those who are not too keen on Halloween) everyone can enjoy all the usual fun of the farm with friendly animals and Big Red Trailer Rides. For more information, call 01233 861 508 or visit www.rarebreeds. org.uk.

Get Spooked at Dreamland Margate

This October sees the return of family-favourite, Get Spooked, at Dreamland Margate. Open on every day of the school holidays (21 until 29 October), the amusement park beside the seaside will have vintage rides and heaps of entertainment featuring special Halloween-themed activities for the kids.

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On Friday 27 October, take a spine tingling ride on the Fright Night Express – if you dare. Visit the railway from 4.30pm for a Fright Night workshop including pumpkin modelling and facepainting. Spooky music and an amazing live Firebreather will add to the atmosphere before everyone boards the Fright Night Express in time for a 6.30pm departure. Tickets for the Fright Night cost £18 for adults and children aged 3-15. Booking is essential, go to www. kesr.org.uk or call 01580 765 155. Photo credit: Stuart Kirk

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October Trail, Owl Encounter, Pumpkin carving and much more. For more information visit www. betteshanger-park.co.uk

October Half Term Fun, Port Lympne Wild Animal Park, Nr Hythe, CT21 4PD 9.30am-5pm.Take part in spine tingling activities including eerie enrichment workshops, to make treats for the animals and pumpkin carving sessions. Take part in the trail through Dinosaur Forest to win a prize, and much more. For more information and to book visit www.aspinallfoundation.org

Halloween Half Term Fun, Hop Farm, Tonbridge, TN12 6PY 10am–4pm. Treat the children for a spook-tastic feast of fun. Dress up in your best Halloween fancy dress and enjoy pumpkin carving, magic show, zombie shoot out and competition, face painting, creepy storytelling, monster mash disco and much more. For more information visit www.thehopfarm. co.uk

Halloween Fear and Fun, Rare Breeds Centre, Ashford, TN26 3RJ 10.30am-5.30pm. Join in a spooky Half Term week, filled with spooks, ghouls and lots of fun on the farm. Look out for Halloween characters, have your face painted, join in the fancy dress competition, meet Vunderbar the Wizard and lots more. For more information visit www.rarebreeds.org.uk

Half Term Spooky Activities, Howletts Wild Animal Park, Bekesbourne Nr Canterbury, CT4 5AE 9.30am–5pm. Take part in spooky activities and games including trails to win prizes, creepy crafts, pumpkin carving sessions and face painting. Dress to impress on Sunday 29 October and enter the frightening fancy dress competition to win a Howletts goody bag! For more information visit www. aspinallfoundation.org/howletts

Sun 22 Oct

Owl Encounter, Betteshanger Country Park, Deal, CT14 0BF 10am-4pm. Get up close and meet a range a different Owls, learn about their behaviour and witness the majestic night predators soar slightly above your head. Flying displays are at 12noon and 3pm. For more information visit www. betteshangercountrypark.co.uk

Baby Loves Disco, Festival Spiegeltent, Kingsmead Car Park, Canterbury CT1 1SZ 2pm. Back by popular demand, the original family dance party for parents and children. With face painting, balloons, a dress-up area and a selfie booth for the kids (and a licensed bar for the parents). For more information visit www. canterburyfestival.co.uk

Sun 22 Oct – Sun 5 Nov Autumn Activity Trail, Lullingstone Coutnry Park, Eysford, DA4 0JF

10am–3pm. Explore the woods following the self-led activity trail and see what you can discover about the park. All completed trails will receive a small prize. For more information visit www. whatsoninkentlocal.com

Mon 23 Oct

Story Telling Session around ‘The Wonder Tails’, Waterstones, Rye, TN31 7JF Author Nikki Bradford-Le Brooy will be in store hosting an interactive story telling session based around her book ‘The Wonder Tails’. Come along to hear some brilliant stories about animals set in the local area. Free event, ages 5-8. For more information visit www.waterstones.com

Storytime and Crafts with Cath Jones, Waterstones, Canterbury, CT1 2SJ 3pm. Come along and meet author Cath Jones as she reads from her picture book ‘Bonkers About Beetroot’. There will also

Sat 21 – Tues 31 Oct Broadwitch Hauntfest, Broadditch Farm Shop, Southfleet DA13 9PU

Activities include Haunted Wood Tours, the Boo Bungalow, Monster Madness, pumpkin carving workshops and lots, lots more. Activities and times vary day to day. For more information and to book tickets visit www.spookycastle. co.uk

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be crafts and free beetroot seeds with every purchase of the book. For more information visit www. waterstones.com

Brilliant Bands and Doodle Live Tour, Theatre Royal, Margate, CT1 1PW 1pm. Go along to a fun interactive monster drawing event with live music! Take a pencil and paper, learn to doodle just like Tom Gates and hear DUDE3 Tom’s favourite band. Presented by Liz Pichon. For more information and to book visit www.theatreroyalmargate.com/ event/liz-pichon

Pumpkin Carving, Betteshanger Country Park, Deal, CT14 0BF 11am–3pm. Save your kitchen from getting messy this Halloween and carve your pumpkins at the park. There will be lots of ghoulish ideas to get you started at our carving station. No need to book. Charges apply. For more information visit www.betteshangercountrypark. co.uk

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The Big Draw Festival, Canterbury Cathedral CT1 2EH 11am–4pm. This year’s Big Draw Festival is designed to get your doodles moving.You decide whether to get animated, theatrical, illusionary, technical or messy. All activities are free but normal entry charges apply. For more information visit www.canterburycathedral.org

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Autumn Week, Godington House and Gardens, Ashford, TN23 3BP 1-4pm. Go along and enjoy daily seasonal activities throughout the week. Charges apply. For more information visit www. godintonhouse.co.uk

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Roman Life and the Art of Roman Cookery, Folkestone Museum, CT20 1DY 10am-4pm. Ever wonder what the Romans ate 2000 years ago? Learn to cook like the Romans, see and touch real Roman objects and learn more about Roman life in Folkestone. Admission Free. No booking required, just turn up. For more information visit www. folkestonemuseum.co.uk

Mon 23 – Sun 29 Oct Pumpkin Treasure Hunt, Waterstones, Canterbury, CT1 2SJ 9am. How many pumpkins are hiding in our children’s section? Find all of them to win some sweet treats! For more information visit www. waterstones.com

Witches and Wizards Academy, Leeds Castle, Maidstone, ME17 1PL Budding witches and wizards will be put to the test and take part in a whole range of magical mayhem that will have children spookily entertained all day long as they hop from one ghoulish activity to another. Charges apply. For more information visit www. leeds-castle.com

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Bikordeon, Festival Spiegeltent, Kingsmead Car Park, Canterbury CT1 1SZ 2pm. Embark on an interactive and sensory journey discovering fascinating sounds and instruments, surprising sights, unexpected smells and fantastic textures. For more information visit www.canterburyfestival. co.uk

Tues 24 – Thurs 26 Oct Halloween High Jinx, Kent & East Sussex Railway, Tenterden, TN30 6HE

10am–5pm. Enjoy a train ride from Tenterden to Bodiam. Go dressed as wizards or witches for spellbinding adventures. There will be Mr Mystery magic show, Birds of Prey display at Bodiam, pumpkin carving and face painting. For more information visit www.kesr.org.uk

Half Term Children’s Arts Workshops, The Horsebridge Centre, Whitstable, CT5 1AF Go along to discover and discuss the life and work of various artists. Several workshops will be held over the two days. Ages 5-11. For more information and to book visit www.dotkids.co.uk

Really Wild Wooders Forest School Holiday Club, Betteshanger, Deal, CT14 0BF 9am–3pm. Learn how to use a whole range of different tools, lighting fires, camp fire cooking, creating woodland crafts, and more.Your little ones will come home mucky, exhausted and full of stories. Charges apply. For more information and to book visit www. betteshangercountrypark.co.uk

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Education News Ashford School

There were some brilliant individual successes and a great overall score at A Level for Ashford School students this year – and nearly three quarters of them have achieved their first choice place of further study. One fifth of all grades were A* and nearly half were at A*/A. Other highlights include 16 A*s for Mathematics, four A*s and 7 As for Physics and, of the two students who sat Music A Level, one achieved A* and the other an A. Head of the Senior School, Mr Tom Wilding, told Primary Times, “This impressive set of results once again reflects the hard work, aspirations and determination of our students to achieve their very best and the dedication and commitment of our specialist staff in supporting them. We have seen some truly exceptional results across the board and we wish our Class of 2017 every success and happiness as they embark on the next stage of their lives.” Ashford School has open days on 12 October, 7 and 22 November and 4 December. For more information about both the school and their open days, call 01233 739 030 or email registrar@ashfordschool.co.uk.

in purpose-built studios, balanced with learning the core International Primary Curriculum. With arts development central to the school, a year-long learning arrangement with the award-winning Turner Contemporary in Margate is already under way. The world of arts is very much to the fore, with pupils being introduced to their new school houses, named after modern luminaries – their House Heroes. They are: award-winning international contemporary artist Tracey Emin who comes from Margate (Emin House) acclaimed dancer, writer and television celebrity Darcey Bussell (Bussell House) broadcaster, actor, DJ, and musician Idris Elba (Elba House) and choral conductor and broadcaster Gareth Malone (Malone House). The pupils are settling into their spacious and bright new world and have already got into the swing of their link with the local gallery, creating pictures of the distinctive centre at Margate harbour and making models of it from recycled materials. For more information, contact Mr Budge on 01843 582 847 or email enquiries@ramsgateartsprimaryschool.co.uk.

Wear Your Whiskers

You’ve done own clothes day.You’ve worn a hat.You’ve worn your jeans and you’ve worn clothes of so many different colours. But you’ve never done this. You’ve never worn whiskers (except for that maths teacher who really does need a shave)! Friday 27 October will be a day like no other as the nation gets fur-bulous.

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“Bright, beautiful and brilliant” – that’s what pupils feel about Thanet’s first specialist arts primary school which opened its doors at the start of the 2017 school year. The brand new £4 million state-of-the-art building is the latest home for the school, which has been operating from mobile classrooms on the Chilton Primary site in the town after initially launching as Ramsgate Free School in September 2015. The new specialist curriculum has a pioneering focus on art, drama, dance and music being taught for half of every day 16

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Ramsgate Arts Primary School has now relocated to its new modern spacious building. Limited places are available

For more information telephone 01843 582847 or go to our website www.ramsgateartsprimaryschool.co.uk to find out more

Books for Struggling Readers

Reading Stars Plus is Ransom’s new reading programme to support older, more struggling readers. There are 30 Reading Stars Plus books which are all high interest age, low reading age books, with an interest age of 9-13 years and a reading age of 4-7 years. The range includes both fiction and non-fiction titles with both boy and girl appeal across the range. These are fresh, modern books designed to assist children who have fallen behind with reading and need structured help. These books

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However you choose to Wear Your Whiskers you’ll be helping dogs and cats who have nowhere else to turn. Every year Battersea Dogs & Cats Home take in thousands of unwanted, abandoned and lost pets who just want to find someone to love them. Whether you raise £10 or £1,000, every penny will help provide them with the vital medical care, attention and love they need. Through your generosity, dogs and cats can embark on new lives and find loving new homes. Get your class together. Paint or stick on some whiskers for the day and donate £1 for every child who takes part to help the dogs and cats at Battersea Dogs & Cats Home. If you’d really like to make the most of the day, Battersea Dogs & Cats Home can provide resources and lesson plans linked to the curriculum suitable for foundation level up to KS2 and beyond. A Day & Boarding school for girls and boys aged 7-19 with Dyslexia, Dyspraxia & Dyscalculia

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Saturday 11 November 2017 Daily minibus service from:Tonbridge/Tunbridge Wells area, Wadhurst, Hawkhurst, Ashford & Tenterden area. To register please email office@frewencollege.co.uk or telephone 01797 252494 Frewen College, Rye Road, Northiam, East Sussex, TN31 6NL

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VOICE TRIALS for boys aged 7 & 8 11th November 2017 Enquiries are welcome at any time

Substantial scholarships are awarded and choristers benefit from an all-round excellent education at St Edmund’s School Canterbury. The Master of Choristers, David Flood, is always pleased to meet and advise parents and their sons.

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are available individually, in packs of 6 and as a complete set of 30. The Reading Stars Plus series includes titles written by respected, educational writers such as Jill Atkins, Barbara Catchpole, John Townsend and Stephen Rickard.

Barnardo’s Launches Free LGBTQ Resources

Barnardo’s has launched free lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and questioning (LGBTQ) resources to help teachers better educate children about same sex relationships and gender and sexual identities. The free LGBTQ resources aimed at primary and secondary schools have been launched by the UK’s largest children’s charity to sit alongside their existing Real Love Rocks resources which teach children and young people about healthy relationships and awareness of child sexual exploitation. Teachers attending Barnardo’s Real Love Rocks training sessions have called for support as they felt unsure what they were allowed to teach about lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans relationships. Many teachers said they would not feel confident in their response if a child raised a question about gender or sexual identity in the classroom and wanted more LGBTQ inclusive curriculum content for sex and relationship education classes. The new animations and classroom activities have been developed to help address these gaps and are tailored to

be age appropriate, educating children at primary school level about the different make up of families in society, with the aim of dispelling stereotypes about gender and sexual identity. To download the free LGBTQ resources or to find out more about Barnardo’s existing Real Love Rocks education materials, please visit www.barnardosrealloverocks.org.uk.

Even More 11+ Practice from CGP! With new releases every year, educational publisher CGP’s hugely popular 11+ range now includes more practice than ever before. Their existing Study Books, Practice Books and Practice Test Papers are joined by a whole host of new ‘10-Minute Tests’ books. The latest arrivals are sure to continue winning over pupils, parents and tutors alike. CGP’s uniquely friendly and accessible 11+ books offer pupils in-depth coverage of every 11+ subject for all major test providers. By providing the most realistic practice possible (and clear explanations of every answer), the CGP range helps pupils build the skills and confidence they need to succeed in the real tests. The full CGP 11+ range for ages 7-11 is available from Amazon, Waterstones, WH Smith and other good bookshops as well as directly from CGP’s website at www.cgp11plus.co.uk

What’s Better than a Day of Sport? A week of sport, that’s what! Sport Relief is back from 17-23 March. As well as The Mile, there’s a week of activities to choose from. It’s the ultimate ‘feel good, do good’ event for any school. It’s the perfect opportunity to have fun, bring the whole school community together, and teach your pupils about the real difference they can make to people’s lives. Put the date in the school calendar now and make sure your pupils don’t miss out. To get you off to a flying start, Primary Times has worked with Sport Relief to put together a free fundraising pack, full of ideas, posters, balloons and stickers. The pack also contains curriculum-linked resources to make sure that your Sport Relief event is also a time for your pupils to learn about the difference between their lives and the lives of others. Save the date and order your free primary fundraising pack at www.sportrelief. com/primarytimes. Last year thousands of schools and nurseries across the country got involved with anything from running a sponsored-mile to taking part in a 24 hour badminton tournament. Everyone had a great time and raised a staggering £6 million in the process. Michelle Golan, from Childs Hill Primary School in North London, sees Sport Relief as a great way for her pupils to learn about the wider world. She told Primary Times, “Our school believes it is extremely important to support Sport Relief. Our pupils always have lots of fun and work together to help improve the lives of those less fortunate than us. The materials produced by Sport Relief are really useful and inspiring, and help our pupils to see how their contributions can help change the lives of others forever.” 18

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October Autumn Adventures, Walmer Castle, Deal, CT14 7LJ 10am–4pm. Go along for fun activities in the Autumn garden. Get hands on den building along the woodland walk, enjoy fruits of harvest and discover the garden’s wildlife. For more information visit www.english-heritage.org.uk

Tues 24 – Fri 27 Oct

Explorer Backpacks, Canterbury Cathedral CT1 2EH 11am–4pm. A fun and interactive trail to help children aged 3-12 investigate the hidden wonders of the Cathedral. Backpacks are free to use, but normal entry charges apply. For more information visit www.canterbury-cathedral.org

Wed 25 Oct

What a Hoot, Romney Marsh Visitor Centre, New Romney, TN28 8AY 11.30am. Owls and more! Kent Owl Academy will give an informative talk about lots of facts on owls and other birds of prey. They will bring live owls to get up close to and watch them fly. Plus trails and quizzes and owl crafts. For more information and to book visit www.kentwildlifetrust.org.uk

The Big Draw – Living Lines, Sidney Cooper Gallery, Canterbury, CT1 2BQ Create your very own animated flip book to take away and become a part of the living animation as you record your journey in, out and around the gallery workshop. Free, drop in event. For more information visit www.npg.org.uk

Wed 25 – Fri 27 Oct Half Term Children’s Film Making Course, The Horsebridge Centre, Whitstable, CT5 1AF

10am–12noon. The course focuses on film-making on the iPad using iMovie.Your child will look at story genres, developing a story, exploring elements of pre-production, production & postproduction using story generation and more. Ages 8-14. Booking essential. For more information visit www.dotkids.co.uk

Wed 25 – Sun 29 Oct

Paulos Circus, Millbrook Garden Centre, Staplehurst, TN12 9BT Showcasing a brand new thrilling autumn show the Paulos Circus promises to create unforgettable circus memories for all the family. Includes clowns, acrobats, aerial skills, magic, wire walkers, jugglers, unicyclists, and many more amazing acts. For more information and to book visit www.millbrookgc.co.uk

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Animal Encounters, join in if you dare. Enjoy the ghoulish Halloween themed food and the slimy dessert buffet in the ‘Room of Darkness’. For more information and to book visit www.rhdr.org.uk

Thurs 26 Oct

Half Term Activities, Barton’s Point Coastal Park, Sheerness, ME12 2BX

12noon–4pm.Venturing out of the deep, dark wood, The Gruffalo is making personal appearances at Dreamland throughout the afternoon. Go and see the world’s best-loved monster and don’t forget to take your camera! For more information visit www. dreamland.co.uk/events

There will be activities and workshops daily such as Paint a Mug, Pumpkin Carving and Build a Guy. Charges apply. For more information visit www. bartonspointcoastalpark.co.uk

Meet the Gruffalo, Dreamland, Margate, CT9 1XJ

Fri 27 Oct

Fright Night Express, Kent & East Sussex Railway, Tenterden, TN30 6HE Be amazed by the live fire breather and entertained by spooky music. Once on board, be prepared to be frightened silly with ghostly goings on at stations with a firework display. For more information and to book visit www.kesr.org.uk

Scary Scavenger Hunt and Creepy Crafts, Westgate Parks, Canterbury, CT1 2BX 10am-3pm. Go along to see how many spooky things can you spot hidden around Toddler’s Cove and the Westgate Gardens. Pick up your spotter sheet from Friends of Westgate parks information and receive a small prize. For more information visit www. westgateparks.co.uk

Fri 27 Oct – Tues 31 Oct Halloween, Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway, Hythe Station, TN28 8PL (Selected dates) Beware, ghostly games and activities including a creepy crawly visit from Amazing

Children’s Holiday Workshops, Pick ‘n Paint a Pot, Cliftonville, CT9 2RL Go along during the holiday for some fun. Each day there will be a different workshop. For more information and to book visit www.picknpaintapot.co.uk

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Sat 28 Oct

Halloween Pumpkin Carving, Millbrook Garden Centre, Staplehurst, TN12 9BT 2pm. Watch a pumpkin-carving demo before carving your own pumpkin and take home. Charges apply. For more information and to book visit www.millbrookgc.co.uk

Halloween Disco, Bewl Water, Country Park, Lamberhust, TN3 8JH 2–4pm. Put on your freakiest fancy dress, hop on your broomsticks and fly over to Bewl Water this Halloween. Take the family to a disco, face painting and Halloween games at The Waterfront. For more information and to book visit www.bewlwater.co.uk

Open Air Cinema: Hocus Pocus, Betteshanger Country Park, Deal CT1 0BF Doors 6pm, film 7pm. Go along to see the cult family favourite, Hocus Pocus (1993). Pack a comfy chair, a warm blanket and a hamper. Sit back, popcorn in hand; relax and enjoy an alternative cinema experience under the stars. For more information and to book visit www.betteshangercountrypark. co.uk

Fireworks Spectacular, Hop Farm, Tonbridge, TN12 6PY 6–11pm. Get ready for a magnificent fireworks display, funfair and more at The Hop Farm with plenty of attractions including the animal farm, outdoor adventure play area, and magic castle, all open during the day before the display. For more information and to book visit www.hopfarm.co.uk

Sat 28 – Sun 29 Oct

Woodland Witches and Wizards, Betteshanger Country Park, Deal, CT14 0BF 10am and 1.30pm. Go along to make broomsticks, wands and spider webs.You’ll toast sticky marshmallows over the open fire and explore the woods hunting for creepy crawlies. Wear your favourite Halloween costumes. Ages 4-11. For more information visit www. betteshangercountrypark.co.uk

Sat 28 – Tues 31 Oct Halloween Train of Terror, East Kent Railway Trust, Shepherdswell, CT15 7PD

The Train of Terror makes a return with lots of spooky things going on. Book if you dare! Charges apply. To book tickets, times and for more information visit www. eastkentrailway.co.uk

Sun 29 Oct

Family Friendly Ceilidh, Festival Spiegeltent, Kingsmead Car Park, Canterbury CT1 1SZ 2pm. Dance and learn the secrets of Scotland’s most famous shindig at Canterbury Festival. Ages 5+. For more information visit www. canterburyfestival.co.uk

Open Day, Bredgar & Wormshill Light Railway, Sittingbourne, ME9 8AT A delightful 2 foot gauge line in the heart of Kent.View a whole range of steam locomotives of varying gauges, freight and carriage stock, and railway artefacts. Enjoy walks in the woods or just sit and watch the trains go by. Charges apply. For times visit www.bwlr.co.uk

Children’s Toys Bring & Buy Sale, Crampton Tower Museum, Broadstairs, CT10 2AB 11am–3pm. Ask the children to clear out those old toys in good time for Christmas! For more information visit www. cramptontower.co.uk

Halloween Disco, Quex Park and Powell-Cotton Museum, Birchington, CT7 0BH (Also 31 Oct) Go along and join in for Ghoulish Games, Scary Disco Dancing and Trick or Treating. Ticket price is inclusive of Party Food Box. Fancy dress is optional for Adults. For more information visit www.quexpark.co.uk/events

Halloween at Belmont House and Gardens, Faversham, ME13 0HH 12noon–3pm. Children can reveal their inner artist with pumpkin carving and creepy craft making

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Win Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul on DVD Following on from ‘Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days’, the events in ‘Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul’ take place one year later. A Heffley family road trip to attend Meemaw’s 90th birthday party goes hilariously off course thanks to Greg’s newest scheme to get to a video gaming convention. Based on one of the best-selling book series of all time, this family cross-country adventure turns into an experience the Heffleys will never forget. Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul is available on Digital Download now and Blu-ray™ and DVD on 23 October, from Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment.

Win a copy of Guinness World Records: Amazing Animals For the first time, Guinness World Records is providing the animal lover in the family with some of the world’s most fur-nomenal creatures, peculiar pets, wacky wildlife, and cute critters. The brand new Guinness World Records: Amazing Animals features surfing pigs, talking gorillas, and a rabbit that plays basketball! Test your wildlife knowledge with fun quizzes and puzzles plus find out if your pet is a secret Einstein with exclusive IQ tests. Create your very own recordbreaking animal with an online game or try making an origami zoo. It makes for an exciting, engaging and educational gift available for purchase in stores and online. For your chance to win one of ten Amazing Animals books, tell us what animal you’d like for a pet. See below for details of how to enter.

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October with ‘Creative Mash Ups’. There will also be a spooky trail around our gardens for everyone to enjoy. For more information visit www. belmont-house.org

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Girls’ Choir, Canterbury Cathedral, CT1 2EH Girls aged 12 are invited to audition for the Girls’ Choir. Directed by Assistant Organist, David Newsholme, the Girls’ Choir has been growing since it began in 2014. They sing at evensong once a fortnight and at other events throughout the year. For more details email david.newsholome@ canterbury-cathedral.org

Swalecliffe & Chestfield Autumn Bazaar, The Community Centre, Swalecliffe, CT5 2QU 9.30am-12.30pm. Go along and help raise vital funds for the Lord Whisky Sanctuary Fund. To find out more about the event call 01303 862 622 or visit www.lordwhisky. co.uk

Tyler Hill Bonfire, Tyler Hill Recreation Ground, Canterbury, CT2 9NH Gates open to fairground rides at 5.30pm, food is sold from 6pm, the bonfire will be lit at 6.45pm and the display starts at 7.30pm. There will be music, food and a variety of stalls. For more information visit www.tylerhillbonfire.co.uk

Firework Themed Activities, Dover Museum, CT16 1PH 10.30am-3pm. Join in with family Firework activities - fun for children of all ages. Free. For more information visit www. dovermuseum.co.uk

Bonfire & Firework Event, Quex Park and Powell Cotton Museum, Birchington, CT7 0BH

Motor Mania featuring Fireworks, Lydden Hill Race Circuit, Canterbury, CT4 6ET With a variety of different motorsport disciplines from the car and bike world in attendance, this is an event not to be missed. When darkness falls the fireworks will begin. For more information and to book visit www.lyddenhill. co.uk

Sat 4 – Sun 5 Nov

Fireworks Spectacular, Leeds Castle, Maidstone, ME17 1PL This year the incredible display will be themed around the ‘Best of British’. Arrive from 2pm onwards (car park open 1pm) to enjoy live music, entertainment, falconry display, maze and play areas. Charges apply. For more information and to book visit www.leeds-castle.com

Sat 4 – Sat 25 Nov

Children’s Workshops, Pick ‘n’ Paint a Pot, Cliftonville, CT9 2RL (Saturday only). Go along and enjoy a painting ceramics or a weaving workshop which are Christmas themed. For more information and to book visit www.picknpaintapot. co.uk

Sat 11 Nov

Animal Den, Quarterhouse, Folkstone, CT20 1BN A mini-performance and story sharing experience for children and families supported by current research into urban wildlife, habitat, wilderness and biodiversity. Supported by House/Tipping Point seed funding. A free event. Ages 4+. For more information and to book visit www.quarterhouse.co.uk

Cathedral Choir Voice Trials, Canterbury Cathedral CT1 2EH Boys aged 7 and 8 are invited to audition for the Cathedral Choir. Substantial scholarships are awarded and choristers benefit from an all-round excellent education at St Edmund’s School,

5-9pm. This year’s theme is Disney. Go and see Mickey, Minnie, Disney princesses and others. There will be a funfair, two firework displays and bonfire. With onsite entertainment, food and drink, this will be a great night out for all the family. For more information and to book visit www.quexpark.co.uk

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Lyminge Autumn Bazaar, Lyminge Village Hall, Folkestone, CT18 8EW 10am-1pm. Go along and help raise vital funds for the Lord Whisky Sanctuary Fund. To find out more about the event call 01303 862 622 or visit www.lordwhisky.co.uk

Sat 18 Nov

Launch of Children’s Competition, Herne Bay Museum and Gallery, CT6 5EJ Go along and design your own party clothes inspired by the 1920s. For more information visit www. theseasidemuseumhernebay.org

Fri 24 Nov

Tenterden Town Christmas Lights, TN30 6AN 4.30pm. The procession departs from Tenterden Junior School at 4.30pm and ends by the Town Hall at 5.30pm, after which the Christmas lights will be switched on. This event is part of the very popular Tenterden Christmas Market. For more information visit www.mytenterden.co.uk

Sat 25 Nov

Christmas Bazaar, Reculver & Beltinge Memorial Hall, Herne Bay, CT6 6PL 9.30am-12.30pm. Go along to help raise vital funds for the Lord Whisky Sanctuary Fund. For more information visit www.lordwhisky. co.uk

Toy Fair, Hornby Visitor Centre, Margate, CT9 4JX The Hornby Visitor Centre is holding its first ever Toy Collector’s Fair. Go along to see a range of toys and curiosities from across the ages. For more information visit www.hornby.com/hornbyvisitor-centre

Children’s Workshop, Herne Bay Museum and Gallery CT6 5EJ Go along for some fun in making a 1920s party headband for Christmas. For more information visit www. theseasidemuseumhernebay.org

Sat 25 – Sun 26 Nov

Christmas Market, Belmont House & Gardens, Faversham, ME13 0HH 10am–3pm. Keep it Local and Belmont House are getting together to bring you a two-day Christmas Market with a variety of locally hand-made gifts and treats. For more information visit www. belmont-house.org

The Christmas Market, Leeds Castle, Maidstone, ME17 1PL (Also 2-3, 9-10 and 16-17 Dec) Discover a splendid array of seasonal gifts, toys, festive decorations, specialist food and drink. Be enchanted by the reindeer and birds of prey while traditional funfair rides and live music keep everyone entertained. For more information visit www. leeds-castle.com

Father Christmas, Leeds Castle, Maidstone, ME17 1PL (Also 2-3, 9-10 and 16-17 Dec) Wander through the Christmas Market to an enchanted path leading to a magical grotto. Father Christmas will be waiting to greet you. Those who have been good will receive a traditional gift to take home. For more information and to book visit www.leeds-castle. com

Sat 25 Nov – Sun 24 Dec The History of Christmas Carols, Hever Castle Nr Edenbridge, TN8 7NG

(Selected dates) Do you know the stories behind some of the bestknown Christmas carols? Walk through the rooms of the Castle adorned with beautiful decorations and welcoming log fires to learn about the history of these seasonal songs. For more information visit www.hevercastle.co.uk

Sun 26 Nov

Baba Yaga & Other Stories, Quarterhouse, Folkestone, CT20 1BN 10.30am. Go along and hear about Baba Yaga, the witch who flies around in a mortar and dwells in a hut that stands on a chicken leg, a magic fish, or a firebird. Ages 6+. Charges apply. For more information and to book visit www.quarterhouse.co.uk

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