Primary Times Birmingham & Black Country Back to School 2016

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Until 10 Sept
May the Force be with you
Dudley Museum and Art Gallery,
DY1 1HU 10:00am-4:00pm
Private collection of everything
Star Wars that Lego can produce.
Closed Sundays. T: 01384 815575
www.dudley.gov.uk
Until 20 Nov
Nature Notes
The Herbert Gallery, CV1 5QP
A multi-sensory exhibition, explore local
wildlife like never before. Uncover the
brilliance of the natural world and investigate
how wildlife adapts and changes through the
seasons. Discover things to touch and smell,
exciting interactive activities, beautiful
artworks and real natural history
specimens that will change the
way you look at the world
around you! T: 024 7623 7521
www.theherbert.org
Until 15 Jan
Brick Wonders Family Day
The Herbert Gallery, CV1 5QP
10:00am-3:00pm Calling LEGO®
builders and mini-brick architects big and
small… A world of imagination and creativity
is waiting for you! Discover the endless
possibilities of these much loved little bricks,
as we journey through history and around the
globe. A treat for all ages, bring your curiosity,
build your imagination and explore the world
brick by brick. With over 70 awe inspiring
models, including the Great Wall of China
and Niagara Falls, marvel at the shapes and
structures that can be snapped together to
create the most iconic man-made, natural and
ancient wonders of the world. T: 024 7623 7521
www.theherbert.org
8 – 11 Sept
Heritage Open Day
Bagot’s Castle, CV8 3AR
FREE EVENT Bagot’s Castle probably built
sometime in the 1380s by Sir William Bagot
a distinguished nobleman is thought to
have entertained Richard II. Artefacts and
photographs from the excavation work are
on display. Walk to the ruins of the Castle and
Summer house, visiting the Bagot goats and
Herdwick sheep on your way then stroll along
the River Sowe and visit the fishponds. Picnic
area with seating available. Also on site is the
former tank testing area used by Alvis Motor
Company. www.bagotscastle.org.uk
9 – 19 Sept
RYA Level 1-2 Dinghy Sailing Course
Himley Hall and Park, DY3 4DF
12:00noon An intensive, but fun, course over
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Please always check
with the venue.
two weekends leading to Royal
Yachting Association Level 1 and/
or Level 2 qualification. After this,
you will have the skills to sail a
boat in good weather
conditions. Suitable for adults
and children aged 8 plus. Booking
essential. T: 01902 341754
www.dudley.gov.uk
10 Sept
Heritage Open Day
Moseley Old Hall Lane, WV10 7HY
FREE ENTRY 11:00am-5:00pm Children can
dress up in costumes of the period and try out
traditional games. Entry to the house will be
by timed tickets and you will be able to meet
costumed guides throughout the house.
T: 01902 782808
www.nationaltrust.org.uk
Heritage Open Day -
Costumed Guided Tours
Museum Of The Jewellery
Quarter, B18 6HA
FREE ENTRY 10:30am-5:00pm
Special costumed guided tours of
the historic Smith & Pepper jewellery
factory. Booking recommended
T: 0121 348 8263
www.birminghammuseums.org.uk
Heritage Open Day - Back to Backs: All
the Fun of the Courtyard Fete
Back to Backs, 61-63 Hurst Street, B5 4TE
FREE ENTRY 10:00am-4:15pm Join us for all the
fun of the courtyard fete. Take a tour around
the ground floor to experience life here and
meet characters from the 1840s to the 1970s.
From the 1840s to the 1970s, see how people
lived and worked in our courtyard. Come and
see the meal time ready kitchen of Mrs Oldfield
and take a peek at George Saunders tailor shop.
Take in the smells of our privies and brewhouse
and maybe take a turn at the washing. Take
part in our rag rugging and traditional crafts
demonstration in the exhibition space.
T: 0344 800 1895 www.nationaltrust.org.uk
Heritage Open Day - Explorers Activity
Black Country Living Museum, DY1 4SQ
FREE EVENT 10:30am-3:30pm Timed behind
the scenes tours throughout the day giving
visitors the opportunity to meet the Curators
and see some of the Museum’s hidden
treasures and curiosities. Booking essential
T: 0121 520 8054 www.bclm.co.uk
Heritage Open Day- Spring Hill Library
Spring Hill Library, B18 7BH
FREE ENTRY 9:00am-1:00pm and 2:00pm-
5:00pm Spring Hill Library opened in 1893
and is one of the oldest of the original
Birmingham branch libraries. It is a Grade
2 listed building with unique and original
features. Two organised tours and impromptu
guides throughout the day. There will be a local
history quiz and a colouring competition for
children with a prize. T: 0121 464 7422
www.heritageopendays.org.uk
Heritage Open Day- Beryl of the Baths:
Interactive Storytelling
Stirchley Baths, B30 2JT FREE EVENT 2:00pm-
3:00pm. Time travel with Beryl through the
history of Stirchley Baths in this fun, interactive
and lively storytelling session designed for
children between 3 and 6 years of age and their
families. Discover together daily life and events
at the former wash house and swimming pool
from the early 20th century to the present day.
Booking essential T: 0121 464 9072
www.stirchleybaths.org
Heritage Open Day
Sunnycroft, TF1 2DR FREE EVENT 10:30am-
5:00pm Ever wondered what lies behind the
green gates? T: 01952 242884
www.nationaltrust.org.uk
Heritage Open Day - First World War
Schooldays
The Old Clifton School FREE ENTRY 11:00am-
4:00pm A chance to visit the Old Clifton School,
and First World War schoolroom, with activities
including: writing with pen and ink; chanting
tables and air raid practice in case of Zeppelin
attack. Taster classes will be held with a teacher
at 11:30am and 2:30pm and are limited to 30
pupils. Event not suitable for children under the
age of 5. T: 0121 464 4376
www.balsallheathhistory.co.uk
Saturday Craft Club
Selly Oak Library, B29 6AE FREE EVENT 11:00am-
12:00noon. Craft sessions for children and their
carers. T: 0121 464 0403
www.libraryofbirmingham.com
Big Fun Run
Cannon Hill Park, B13 8RD
FREE FOR UNDER 5’s 11:00am Run for fitness,
run for charity, run for fun...just run!! There’s
no pressure, just some easy moves and lots of
laughs. In fact, you can run, jog, walk, dance or
whatever other method you choose to
complete the 5k route. Dress code is fun
with fancy dress always welcome, however
a comfortable pair of trainers is a must! For
registration T: 0121 442 4226
www.bigfunrun.com
Bat Walk
Charlecote, CV35 9ER
7:30pm-8:30pm The walk is led by
Warwickshire Bat Group who will provide
detectors for you to hear the bats. Bring a torch
and you might be lucky enough to catch a
glimpse of these fantastic creatures. Suitable
for ages 8 plus. Tickets £5. To book
T: 01789 470277 www.nationaltrust.org.uk
Coventry Transport Museum Open Store
Day
Coventry Transport Museum, CV1 1JD
FREE EVENT 10:30am-3:30pm A fantastic
chance to travel on the Museum’s 1963 Daimler
Double Decker Bus to view the museum’s offsite
vehicle store. There will be expert staff and
volunteers on hand to talk about the collection.
Booking essential T: 024 7623 4270
www.transport-museum.com
Tractor Folk
Coventry Transport Museum, CV1 1JD
FREE EVENT 1:00pm-2:30pm Live acoustic
musical performance from Wes Finch on our
Village Green. This is kindly supported by
Michael McEntee and the Big Comfy Bookshop.
T: 024 7623 4270 www.transport-museum.com
The Chocolate 5k - Dorridge
Dorridge Village Hall, B93 8QA
2:00pm Charity Fun Run for Birmingham
St Mary’s Hospice. Runners will approach
chocolate stations along the 5k course offering
a variety of chocolate treats and plenty of
water to keep you hydrated. On finishing the
course, runners will receive a chocolate medal
and gain free entry into the post-run chocolate
buffet which is sure to leave you feeling sweet.
Please note that all participants under the age
of 16 MUST be accompanied by an adult.
Additional refreshments, games and
entertainment will also be available. Adults
£15, Children (5- 6) £10, Under 5s go free.
Booking essential T: 0121 472 1191
www.birminghamhospice.org.uk
Craft Club
Dudley Library, DY1 1HR
FREE EVENT 3:00pm-4:00pm Come and join in
craft activities. Suitable for children 5-12 years
old. T: 01384 812 885 www.dudley.gov.uk
Sticky Saturday
Dudley Museum and Art Gallery, DY1 1HU
FREE ENTRY 1:30pm-3:30pm Have a go at
being messy and sticky…and we tidy up. Quick,
simple crafts to make and take home with you.
Drop in at any time but allow 30 mins. Suitable
for ages 4 plus. T: 01384 815575
www.dudley.gov.uk
Roald Dahl’s War
Royal Air Force Museum, TF11 8UP
2:00pm To celebrate Roald Dahl’s 100th
birthday, historian, Graham Laurie will be
looking at Roald Dahl’s career from leaving
school, his employment with Shell and his
first overseas post in East Africa, to his life in
the RAF and finally to his becoming a writer.
Recommended for families with children aged
10 and over. Tickets £5. T: 01902 377922
www.rafmuseum.org
Leftover Craft Day
Halesowen Library, B63 4AZ
10:00am-12:00noon Part of the Summer
Reading Challenge and Activities. T: 01384
812983 www.dudley.gov.uk
Tree-mendous Tales
Hall Green Library, B28 9AD
FREE EVENT 2:00pm-3:00pm Come along to
traditional storytelling sessions with local
storytellers Pyn Stockman and Sharon Carr who
will whisk you off into imaginary worlds of
wonder, laughter and happy endings!
Family event suitable for all ages.
T: 0121 464 6633
www.libraryofbirmingham.com
Heritage Open Day
Hanbury Hall, WR9 7EA
FREE EVENT 10:30am-5:00pm Enjoy a whole
day of things to see and do. T: 0844 249 1895
www.nationaltrust.org.uk
Educational Computer Games Club
Birchfield Library, B6 6AH
11:30am-12:30am Using computer games for
educational purposes for children 6-11 years.
T: 0121 464 4202 www.libraryofbirmingham.com
10 – 11 Sept
Heritage Open Day - ‘Open Aston’
Aston Hall, B6 6JD
FREE ENTRY 11:00am-4:00pm Explore the
historic Hall and find out more about the
house’s long and sometimes bloody history,
with help from knowledgeable costumed staff
and volunteers. T: 0121 348 8000
www.birminghammuseums.org.uk
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