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DAYS OUT • EDUCATION • COMPETITIONS • FAMILY FUN<br />
BACK TO SCHOOL <strong>2018</strong><br />
5 SEP – 7 OCT
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<strong>Leicestershire</strong><br />
BACK TO SCHOOL <strong>2018</strong><br />
5 SEP – 9 OCT<br />
Contents<br />
4 News<br />
6 WOW: Family events<br />
8 <strong>Back</strong> To <strong>School</strong> Fun<br />
14 Fun & Fiction<br />
18 Inspire Them <strong>to</strong> Draw<br />
20 Box Office<br />
22 Competitions<br />
Dear Readers,<br />
Welcome <strong>to</strong> our back <strong>to</strong> school edition! We hope you had a<br />
wonderful summer break and have been enjoying the recent<br />
sunshine, and are now feeling refreshed and ready <strong>to</strong> start<br />
another school year.<br />
We also want <strong>to</strong> give a warm welcome <strong>to</strong> all of our new<br />
readers who are just starting their first year of school. It’s such<br />
an exciting time and a whole new chapter in life, and we hope<br />
your first few weeks are everything you’d hoped they’d be. For<br />
all of our regular readers, we hope your new school year brings<br />
positive change and many more opportunities for fun with your<br />
families.<br />
In this edition you’ll find lots of upcoming local activities and<br />
events on our WOW pages, many of which are free and low<br />
cost. Don’t forget <strong>to</strong> check out our box office page <strong>to</strong>o for an<br />
array of local theatre performances suitable for your little ones!<br />
Details of our Christmas card competition are inside <strong>to</strong>o and<br />
we can’t wait <strong>to</strong> receive your entries!<br />
With very best wishes,<br />
The <strong>Primary</strong> <strong>Times</strong> Team<br />
BACK TO<br />
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NEWS<br />
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NEWS<br />
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Community Open Day at<br />
<strong>Leicestershire</strong> Fire & Rescue Service<br />
<strong>Leicestershire</strong> Fire and Rescue<br />
Service open their doors <strong>to</strong> everyone<br />
in their local community at Community<br />
Station Open Days throughout the<br />
year at many of our fire and rescue<br />
stations. These hugely popular days<br />
feature a wide variety of events and<br />
activities and give you an opportunity<br />
<strong>to</strong> meet your local firefighters and see<br />
your local station. Their overall aim is<br />
<strong>to</strong> promote fire safety messages in an<br />
engaging way, by incorporating lots<br />
of fun activities for kids and adults<br />
including:<br />
Fire Engines, Smoke House<br />
Challenge, Specialist Appliances<br />
and Equipment, Rescue and Fire<br />
Demonstrations, Bouncy Castle, Meet<br />
the Search and Rescue Dogs, Stalls<br />
and Games, Food/Refreshments and<br />
lots more…<br />
For more information on where and<br />
when your local Community Station<br />
Open Days will be taking place this<br />
year, see below, visit<br />
www.leicestershire-fire.gov.uk/<br />
whats-happening/communitystation-open-days<br />
COMMUNITY STATION OPEN DAYS:<br />
Sunday 16 September<br />
Hinckley Fire and Rescue Station,<br />
11:00 – 15:00 HOURS<br />
Sunday 23 September<br />
Loughborough Fire and<br />
Rescue Station,<br />
10:00 – 16:00 HOURS<br />
<strong>Leicestershire</strong> Folk Tales for Children<br />
The His<strong>to</strong>ry Press is delighted <strong>to</strong><br />
announce the forthcoming release of<br />
‘<strong>Leicestershire</strong> Folk Tales for Children’<br />
by Tom Phillips. Featuring specially<br />
commissioned illustrations by a local<br />
artist and part of a new series of folk<br />
tales for children from Britain’s finest<br />
s<strong>to</strong>rytellers,<br />
The His<strong>to</strong>ry Press is the premier<br />
contemporary resource for<br />
British folk tales.<br />
Everywhere has a s<strong>to</strong>ry <strong>to</strong> tell. Every<br />
building, road, forest or field. Some<br />
are true, some, not so. These s<strong>to</strong>ries<br />
Join in with the UKs biggest<br />
mass participation event for<br />
primary schools children!<br />
29TH SEPTEMBER<br />
3RD NOVEMBER<br />
1ST DECEMBER<br />
Now in its eighth year at Prestwold<br />
Hall the event has grown and<br />
grown with almost 150 schools<br />
taking part in 2017.<br />
have been passed down through the<br />
ages so as we do not forget them, and<br />
now they are being passed on <strong>to</strong> you.<br />
These s<strong>to</strong>ries will open your eyes <strong>to</strong><br />
the wonders of what lies just around<br />
the corner. You will become the<br />
keeper of these local tales.<br />
A book <strong>to</strong> read on your own, <strong>to</strong>gether<br />
or out loud. Bring our folk tales <strong>to</strong> life<br />
and let them leap off the page. To win<br />
a signed copy turn <strong>to</strong> page 22.<br />
To request a review copy or author<br />
interview, please contact Zara at<br />
zdavis@thehis<strong>to</strong>rypress.co.uk<br />
<strong>Primary</strong> <strong>School</strong>s Cross Country <strong>2018</strong><br />
If you haven't taken part as a school<br />
before, or perhaps have not been for<br />
a few years please contact the event<br />
organiser John Skeving<strong>to</strong>n. He will be<br />
able <strong>to</strong> answer all of your queries and<br />
hopefully help you <strong>to</strong> get as many of<br />
your budding young runners <strong>to</strong> the<br />
<strong>2018</strong> events and beyond!<br />
www.lrsport.org/events/<strong>2018</strong>/09/<br />
leicestershire-primary-schools-cross-country<br />
Parents in Sport Week <strong>2018</strong><br />
After another successful week of<br />
highlighting the important role parents<br />
play in sport in 2017, they’ve finalised<br />
the dates for this year’s event.<br />
This year’s Parents in Sport Week<br />
takes place 1 – 7 Oc<strong>to</strong>ber <strong>2018</strong>. For<br />
regular updates about news and<br />
activities for the week, sign up at<br />
https://thecpsu.org.uk/parents/<br />
They’ll be asking sports <strong>to</strong> share<br />
their efforts <strong>to</strong> involve parents<br />
during the week with the hashtag<br />
#InvolvingParents on social media.<br />
Again this year, they’ll be promoting<br />
the work they do <strong>to</strong> help sports<br />
engage with parents, and the great<br />
work with parents that’s already<br />
happening across sport.<br />
On social media, search for the<br />
hashtags #ParentsinSportWeek<strong>2018</strong><br />
and #SportsParents.<br />
Keep your eye on the website and<br />
make sure you’re following them on<br />
Twitter @TheCPSU for all the latest<br />
news on Parents in Sport Week <strong>2018</strong>.<br />
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<strong>Primary</strong> <strong>School</strong> Admissions<br />
Parents and carers of children turning<br />
five from September 2019 can start<br />
<strong>to</strong> apply for a school place from<br />
1st June <strong>2018</strong>, <strong>to</strong> the closing date<br />
of 15th January 2019. In addition, if<br />
your child is transferring from Infant<br />
<strong>to</strong> Junior <strong>School</strong> you can start <strong>to</strong><br />
apply for a school place from 1st<br />
September <strong>2018</strong> <strong>to</strong> the closing<br />
date of 15th January 2019. You must<br />
apply for a school place through<br />
the home Local Authority that you<br />
live in, and the best way <strong>to</strong> apply if<br />
you live in <strong>Leicestershire</strong> is through<br />
our online system. Before applying I<br />
would encourage that you read the<br />
publication entitled “Your Guide <strong>to</strong><br />
Education” as it will guide you through<br />
Secondary <strong>School</strong> Admissions<br />
Parents and carers of children in Year<br />
6 of primary schools from September<br />
<strong>2018</strong> can start <strong>to</strong> apply from 1st<br />
September <strong>2018</strong> <strong>to</strong> the closing date<br />
of 31st Oc<strong>to</strong>ber <strong>2018</strong> for a secondary<br />
school place. You must apply for<br />
a school place through the home<br />
Unlimited Fun at 360 Play<br />
whatever the weather!<br />
360 Street at all 360 Play centres, is<br />
somewhere children of all abilities<br />
and interests can play <strong>to</strong>gether in<br />
a fantastic imaginary world of role<br />
play. Messy Play provides a whole<br />
host of creative activities. There are<br />
sessions running throughout the week<br />
for preschoolers and during school<br />
holidays for all.<br />
Outside Play areas are great <strong>to</strong><br />
continue the adventure with sandpits,<br />
climbing, play houses and boats.<br />
Dodgems and Carousels are there<br />
when kids are ready <strong>to</strong> take a break<br />
from soft play. With trains, fire engines,<br />
planes, horses and many more<br />
characters and every go is free, so<br />
they can enjoy as many rides as they<br />
like. The cafe bar makes for a great<br />
pit-s<strong>to</strong>p and serves a wide selection<br />
of snacks, beverages and family<br />
favourite meal options.<br />
Parties - There are 5 different party<br />
packages <strong>to</strong> choose from and you can<br />
personalise your party with optional<br />
extras.<br />
One of the best things about 360<br />
is that there’s no limit on play time<br />
so you can stay as long as you like!<br />
If you’re a frequent visi<strong>to</strong>r, the Play<br />
Passes offer great value for money<br />
and also make great gifts.<br />
360play.co.uk/Basildon · Farnborough<br />
· Leicester · Mil<strong>to</strong>n Keynes ·<br />
Redditch · Stevenage<br />
Local Authority that you live in, and<br />
the best way <strong>to</strong> apply if you live in<br />
<strong>Leicestershire</strong>, is through our<br />
online system. Before applying I<br />
would encourage that you read the<br />
publication entitled “Your Guide <strong>to</strong><br />
Education” as it will guide you through<br />
Introducing<br />
Boost After <strong>School</strong> Club<br />
Boost Leicester is proud <strong>to</strong> announce<br />
the arrival of BOOST AFTER SCHOOL<br />
CLUB, 4-6pm. This involves a session<br />
utilising of the whole park and<br />
activities. This includes an Interactive<br />
Climbing Wall, Basketball Hoop,<br />
Trapeze, Wipeout, Battle Beam,<br />
Cardio Wall, Extra Large Foam Pit and<br />
loads of trampolines for you <strong>to</strong> enjoy<br />
for up <strong>to</strong> 2 whole hours. In addition<br />
the process as well as advise you on<br />
related matters.<br />
This can be found by following the link<br />
www.leicestershire.gov.uk/education-and-children/schools-colleges-and-academies/school-admissions/your-guide-<strong>to</strong>-education<br />
the process as well as advise you on<br />
related matters.<br />
This can be found by following the link<br />
www.leicestershire.gov.uk/education-and-children/schools-colleges-and-academies/school-admissions/your-guide-<strong>to</strong>-education<br />
<strong>to</strong> this it includes a delicious meal<br />
deal. Make sure you book online <strong>to</strong><br />
guarantee the best price and your<br />
place on the day. Be quick, space is<br />
limited.<br />
TAKE A PEEK AT OUR PARK AT<br />
www.boosttrampolineparks.co.uk<br />
or www.facebook.com/boosttrampolineleicester/<br />
Getting back in<strong>to</strong><br />
good routines<br />
After all the lighter nights and<br />
relaxed summer holidays, it can<br />
take a bit of adjustment <strong>to</strong> get back<br />
in<strong>to</strong> the routine of school life. But<br />
routines are important both for<br />
children and for families. They help<br />
children feel secure because they<br />
understand what is expected of<br />
them. They help reduce behaviour<br />
problems and ensure children are<br />
ready for learning. In short, they<br />
mean less stress for everyone!<br />
Here are some tips for establishing<br />
good routines:<br />
• Support children <strong>to</strong> take<br />
responsibility for getting<br />
themselves organised for school<br />
the night before; getting uniform,<br />
homework, P.E. kit and school bag<br />
ready.<br />
• Allow more time than you think<br />
you need in the morning - an extra<br />
20 minutes can make the world of<br />
difference for setting a calm <strong>to</strong>ne<br />
for the day.<br />
• Don’t take over when your child’s<br />
getting dressed ‘<strong>to</strong> save time’.<br />
If you always do but<strong>to</strong>ns etc for<br />
them, they will struggle <strong>to</strong> do<br />
these things independently and<br />
may feel upset when it’s expected<br />
of them at school<br />
• Breakfast is known as ‘the most<br />
important meal of the day’ for a<br />
reason! If children really don’t feel<br />
hungry first thing, take a cereal<br />
bar or some fruit <strong>to</strong> eat on the<br />
way <strong>to</strong> school. Breakfast gives<br />
children the energy they need <strong>to</strong><br />
concentrate.<br />
• Avoid bombarding your child with<br />
lots of questions when they get<br />
back from school, as they’re likely<br />
be in need of some down time.<br />
Make time <strong>to</strong> listen when they’re<br />
ready – dinner times are a great<br />
opportunity <strong>to</strong> talk through the<br />
highs and lows of the day.<br />
• <strong>Primary</strong> school children should<br />
be getting 10 – 11 hours’ sleep a<br />
night, so need <strong>to</strong> be getting ready<br />
for bed at a reasonable time.<br />
Remember, <strong>to</strong>o much screen time<br />
late in the day leads <strong>to</strong> poor sleep<br />
patterns.<br />
If you need further support with<br />
establishing good routines, contact<br />
your public health nursing team.<br />
NEWS<br />
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WHAT’S ON WHERE<br />
WOW!<br />
what’s on where<br />
Karts 4 Kids parties<br />
We specialise in entertaining children<br />
with a driving experience<br />
they won’t forget, driving the newest<br />
electric go-karts within an<br />
inflatable perimeter. They can all<br />
practise their driving skills, play<br />
games and race one another, and<br />
then the birthday child will do<br />
the final lap of honour.<br />
Parties are for up 20 children aged<br />
4-10, both boys and girls.<br />
They typically last 1 hour and can be<br />
held indoors or outdoors.<br />
Karts 4 Kids off er a variety of party<br />
packages including party food,<br />
party bags, medals, ‘Mario & Luigi’<br />
lookalike racing mascots and even<br />
a bespoke birthday cake, <strong>to</strong> make<br />
your little one’s birthday special.<br />
Book our Oadby venue and get<br />
access <strong>to</strong> their bouncy castle.<br />
Now covering even more areas.<br />
FOR MORE INFORMATION<br />
07512 955 111<br />
info@karts4kids.co.uk<br />
www.karts4kids.co.uk<br />
5 Sep - 29 Sep<br />
You’re Hired!<br />
Harborough Museum<br />
Market Harborough, LE16 7LT<br />
www.harboroughmuseum.org.uk<br />
Experience the s<strong>to</strong>ries of young people<br />
entering the world of work, learning a trade<br />
or craft and the his<strong>to</strong>ry of apprenticeships<br />
in Market Harborough. Try out bricklaying<br />
and see what it was like <strong>to</strong> be a Vic<strong>to</strong>rian<br />
chimney sweep in special interactive areas<br />
of the exhibition, as well as trying on dressing-up<br />
costumes.<br />
6 Sep - 10 Sep<br />
FIA European Drag<br />
Racing Championships<br />
Santa Pod Raceway NN29 7XA<br />
www.santapod.co.uk<br />
The final round of the acclaimed European<br />
Drag Racing Championship, this televised<br />
final is where racers put it all on the line <strong>to</strong><br />
decide who claims the crown! This event<br />
exemplifies the very greatest, fastest,<br />
loudest and craziest spectacles in drag<br />
racing as the most brutal machines in<br />
Europe pit themselves head <strong>to</strong> head over<br />
an entire weekend of epic rubber burning,<br />
nitro-snorting insanity!<br />
6 Sep - 4 Oct<br />
Castanet Kids<br />
Gorse Hill City Farm Leicester, LE4 0FJ<br />
www.gorsehillcityfarm.org.uk<br />
Sensory music for babies and <strong>to</strong>ddlers from<br />
10:30 <strong>to</strong> 11:30 on the 1st and 3rd Thursday<br />
of the month.<br />
But<strong>to</strong>n Bucks Club<br />
Bel<strong>to</strong>n House NG32 2LS<br />
www.nationaltrust.org.uk<br />
Bring your <strong>to</strong>ddler along <strong>to</strong> enjoy s<strong>to</strong>ries,<br />
rhymes and crafts in the Discovery Centre<br />
on the first and third Thursday of each<br />
month. All activities are designed for<br />
children aged 18 months <strong>to</strong> 4 years old<br />
and will involve some exploration of the<br />
Gardens and House. There are two identical<br />
sessions each Thursday, 10am-10.45am and<br />
11.15am-12noon.<br />
7 Sep - 9 Sep<br />
Diesel Gala<br />
Great Central Railway PLC<br />
Loughborough, LE11 1RW<br />
www.gcrailway.co.uk<br />
We’re delighted <strong>to</strong> announce that Warship<br />
D832 “Onslaught” will be one of the guest<br />
locomotives at the event, and will also be<br />
joined by a Class 66 from GB Railfreight<br />
plus much more.<br />
7 Sep - 28 Sep<br />
Mini Makers Club<br />
<strong>Leicestershire</strong> Craft Centre Market<br />
Harborough, LE16 7NJ<br />
www.leicestershirecraftcentre.co.uk<br />
Aimed at preschoolers and runs in blocks of<br />
4 weeks. Every week there are lovely creative<br />
activities <strong>to</strong> try involving lots of different<br />
materials. We try painting, sticking, modelling,<br />
stamping, snipping and lots more; all<br />
designed <strong>to</strong> develop your child’s fine mo<strong>to</strong>r<br />
skills and creative thinking. The sessions<br />
are run by Hannah, a qualified primary<br />
school teacher, with heaps of experience of<br />
working with young children.<br />
7 Sep - 8 Sep<br />
Traditional and Native<br />
Breeds National Show<br />
Mel<strong>to</strong>n Mowbray Market LE13 1JY<br />
www.mel<strong>to</strong>nmowbraymarket.co.uk<br />
The Traditional and Native Breeds National<br />
Show and Sale is a unique National event<br />
held at Mel<strong>to</strong>n Mowbray. The event has<br />
been a fabulous success, with close <strong>to</strong><br />
1000 sheep each year, from 24 different<br />
UK Traditional and Native breeds, a good<br />
selection of cattle and pigs, and a fantastic<br />
poultry and waterfowl sale.<br />
8 Sep<br />
Bike Festival<br />
New College Learning & Sports Village<br />
LE3 6RJ<br />
www.visitleicester.info<br />
The event will include; organised family-friendly<br />
neighbourhood rides, Let’s Ride<br />
Pop-up – A chance <strong>to</strong> ride Leicester Cycle<br />
Circuit for all ages and abilities – including<br />
bike hire and taster Coaching Sessions for<br />
5-16yr old’s, meet Leicester Forest Rockets<br />
Junior Coaching Sessions, try out an e-bike<br />
and much more.<br />
Edingale Summer Show<br />
Edingale Village Hall B79 9JL<br />
www.edingalevillagehall.co.uk<br />
Come along and enjoy a traditional summer<br />
show including produce, cooking, crafts,<br />
animals and his<strong>to</strong>ry exhibitions. A variety of<br />
children’s entertainment, live music, morris<br />
dancing, dog show (entries on the day for<br />
many categories). Vintage trac<strong>to</strong>rs, mo<strong>to</strong>r<br />
cars and bikes. Wide variety of food and<br />
drink available including café, barbecue<br />
and indoor and outdoor bars.<br />
Horticultural Show<br />
The Community Centre Leicester, LE2 9PQ<br />
There are plenty of classes for the children<br />
<strong>to</strong> enter; they are all free! - prizes and certificates<br />
will be awarded! We always have<br />
an Auction of produce after the prize giving<br />
with at least half the proceeds going <strong>to</strong><br />
Rainbows Children Hospice Leicester.<br />
Castle Doning<strong>to</strong>n Farmers’ Market<br />
Bondgate Castle Doning<strong>to</strong>n, DE74 2NR<br />
http://cdfm.co.uk<br />
With local, seasonal stalls, all with very<br />
competitive prices without sacrificing<br />
quality. With cookery demonstrations by<br />
local chefs and entertainment there is a<br />
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The Reading Shop<br />
has simple aims:<br />
“we only take children who are<br />
showing a significant delay in<br />
learning <strong>to</strong> read and spell and<br />
we don’t give up until they have<br />
caught up.” We recognise that<br />
parents who bring their children<br />
<strong>to</strong> us have often endured<br />
months if not years of worry. In<br />
our friendly and comfortable<br />
premises, they can relax and see<br />
that their children are enjoying<br />
their lessons and making<br />
progress.<br />
Please telephone 079739528<br />
for further information.<br />
WHAT’S ON WHERE<br />
great community atmosphere, giving an<br />
enjoyable shopping experience with the<br />
added bonus of reducing food miles.<br />
Teenage Market<br />
Market Place Mel<strong>to</strong>n Mowbray, LE13 1XD<br />
https://theteenagemarket.co.uk<br />
The Teenage Market gives young people<br />
a free platform <strong>to</strong> showcase their creative<br />
talents. We welcome both groups and<br />
individuals and encourage anyone <strong>to</strong> try out<br />
their trader or performer skills. It’s Free <strong>to</strong><br />
take part and stalls, stage and microphones<br />
will all be provided!<br />
Wildlife Watch Group - Hedgerows!<br />
Attenborough Arboretum Leicester, LE2 3PF<br />
www.lrwt.org.uk<br />
HEDGEROWS! Find out why our hedgerows<br />
are so important, what they are made of<br />
and who lives there. Make a natural paintbrush<br />
and paints. Wildlife Watch groups are<br />
suitable for children aged 5 -12 years. Children<br />
aged under 8 must be accompanied<br />
by an adult. Booking essential.<br />
Family Forest Fun<br />
Kedles<strong>to</strong>n Hall DE22 5JH<br />
www.nationaltrust.org.uk<br />
Come along for a mix of craft, games, s<strong>to</strong>ries<br />
and woodland skills aimed at children<br />
aged from 5-9 years old. Children should<br />
be accompanied by adults and dressed for<br />
the outdoors. The session will go ahead rain<br />
or shine, but may be cancelled in the event<br />
of high winds.<br />
Raucous Races<br />
Vic<strong>to</strong>ria Park, Leicester, LE1 7RY<br />
https://fovp-leicester.org.uk<br />
Step back in time at a Vic<strong>to</strong>rian-themed<br />
family fun day, there will be a variety of<br />
performances and activities led by a cast<br />
of costumed characters. Visi<strong>to</strong>rs can enjoy<br />
tea in fine china in the pop-up Vic<strong>to</strong>rian tea<br />
room, listen <strong>to</strong> a live brass band, peruse<br />
stalls and have their pho<strong>to</strong> taken in the Vic<strong>to</strong>rian<br />
pho<strong>to</strong> booth. Children can also have<br />
a go on the ‘horseyhopper’ obstacle race,<br />
get creative with arts and crafts, and enjoy<br />
s<strong>to</strong>rytelling and shadow puppet theatre<br />
along with other games and activities.<br />
Let the Bells Ring Out!<br />
St Denys Church Ibs<strong>to</strong>ck, LE67 6PB<br />
www.nwleics.gov.uk<br />
Ibs<strong>to</strong>ck St Denys Church is celebrating the<br />
Res<strong>to</strong>ration of the Bells with a Family Fun<br />
Event. Starts at 2pm. Listen <strong>to</strong> the Bells<br />
being rung and have a go yourself, bring<br />
your teddy bears for a parachute jump from<br />
the Tower, journey back in time with Ibs<strong>to</strong>ck<br />
His<strong>to</strong>rical Society and join in the fun and<br />
games for the family as well as sampling<br />
delicious homemade cakes, bakes and<br />
refreshments.<br />
8 Sep - 6 Oct<br />
Rutland Water Parkrun<br />
Rutland Water Oakham, LE15 8HD<br />
www.anglianwaterparks.co.uk<br />
12:00:00 AM FREE! Every Saturday - 5km<br />
run. Please register before your first run;<br />
you will not need <strong>to</strong> register again after this.<br />
Don’t forget <strong>to</strong> bring a printed copy of your<br />
barcode (request a reminder). If you forget<br />
it, you won’t get a time. Please come along<br />
and join in whatever your pace, we all run<br />
for enjoyment!<br />
Saturday S<strong>to</strong>ries<br />
Market Harborough Library LE16 7LT<br />
www.harboroughmuseum.org.uk<br />
Drop in and join us on Saturdays at 10.30am<br />
for s<strong>to</strong>ry and rhyme time suitable for children<br />
of all ages.<br />
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WHAT’S ON WHERE<br />
8 Sep - 9 Sep<br />
Free Taster Session at RugbyTots<br />
Brauns<strong>to</strong>ne Leisure Centre LE3 1JN<br />
www.rugby<strong>to</strong>ts.co.uk<br />
Book a FREE Taster session with Dave.<br />
cullen@Rugby<strong>to</strong>ts.co.uk<br />
Lubenham Scarecrow Festival<br />
Lubenham LE16 9TN<br />
www.facebook.com/Lubenham-Scarecrow-Festival<br />
Held over two days the festival features<br />
hundreds of scarecrows lovingly handcrafted<br />
by locals, non-s<strong>to</strong>p trac<strong>to</strong>r <strong>to</strong>urs of the<br />
village, a mega-fete featuring more than<br />
150 food and product stalls, live music, free<br />
parking and free entry. Free entry. Free<br />
parking. Free fun!<br />
Dressing Vic<strong>to</strong>ria<br />
Nunea<strong>to</strong>n Museum & Art Gallery CV11 5TU<br />
www.nunea<strong>to</strong>nandbedworth.gov.uk<br />
As worn by Jenna Coleman in the hit TV<br />
programme, these jaw-dropping costumes<br />
have been brought <strong>to</strong> Nunea<strong>to</strong>n for this<br />
very special show. Vic<strong>to</strong>ria’s wedding dress<br />
and her coronation robes are set <strong>to</strong> be<br />
included in this exciting line-up – not <strong>to</strong> be<br />
missed!<br />
9 Sep<br />
Heritage Open Day<br />
Century Theatre Coalville, LE67 3LN<br />
www.centurytheatre.co.uk<br />
Here at the Century Theatre we are throwing<br />
our doors open <strong>to</strong> anyone who would<br />
like <strong>to</strong> visit and learn more about the his<strong>to</strong>ry<br />
of the theatre. We will be holding guided<br />
<strong>to</strong>urs of the backstage area, See where<br />
Dame Judi Dench and Helen Mirren once<br />
trod the boards and put on their make up in<br />
this small, unique and fascinating theatre.<br />
Seaside Fun Day<br />
Abbey Pumping Station, Leicester, LE4 5PX<br />
www.abbeypumpingstation.org<br />
This is our 10th Seaside Day at the museum,<br />
so enjoy the Sun, Sea and Sand once again,<br />
relax in a deck chair or bring along your<br />
swimsuit and join us on the museum’s<br />
beach, while the children build sand castles<br />
and waterways before the autumn is upon<br />
us. Experience all the sights and sounds of<br />
a traditional day at the seaside without the<br />
travelling but don’t forget <strong>to</strong> take a trip on<br />
our narrow gauge railway.<br />
Sunday Munch<br />
Town Centre Hinckley, LE10 OAT<br />
https://hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk<br />
FREE! Join the fun in the Market Place<br />
where there will be a selection of stalls<br />
comprising local food, arts, crafts and collectibles,<br />
as well as community stalls.<br />
Crafty Sunday<br />
Woolsthorpe Manor NG33 5PD<br />
www.nationaltrust.org.uk<br />
We’re inviting local stallholders <strong>to</strong> bring<br />
their wares <strong>to</strong> Woolsthorpe for a mini-craft<br />
event - just drop in and see what’s here!<br />
Leicester Vegan Market<br />
Market Place, Leicester, LE1 5HQ<br />
www.facebook.com/<br />
leicestervegancommunity<br />
Talks, entertainment, kids area, stalls, and<br />
of course lots and lots of vegan food, all in<br />
the heart of a diverse community here in<br />
Leicester!<br />
Morley Village Show and Fun Day<br />
Morley <strong>Primary</strong> <strong>School</strong> DE7 6DG<br />
www.morley.derbyshire.sch.uk<br />
The Morley Show & Fun Day returns this<br />
year on September 9th and will feature<br />
BBC Radio Derby’s Andy Twigge as guest<br />
auctioneer. Show entries will be accepted<br />
in the school from 9.30-10.30am on the day.<br />
We have an interesting variety of traditional<br />
and creative sections for both adults and<br />
children - and with cash prizes for all winners<br />
up for grabs, this is a great opportunity<br />
<strong>to</strong> get creative over the summer!<br />
9 Sep - 10 Sep<br />
Meet Bradgate Park’s Ances<strong>to</strong>rs<br />
Bradgate Park New<strong>to</strong>wn<br />
Linford, LE6 0HE<br />
www.bradgatepark.org<br />
The Parks his<strong>to</strong>ry is most varied and has<br />
many s<strong>to</strong>ries <strong>to</strong> tell so come and meet the<br />
characters who once lived, worked of had a<br />
big impact upon the Parks his<strong>to</strong>ry. Our team<br />
of time travelling volunteers can escort you<br />
across the Park or you can go rogue and<br />
follow your own trail. There will be camps,<br />
battles, activities <strong>to</strong> try with Romans, Medieval,<br />
Tudor, English Civil War and Vic<strong>to</strong>rians<br />
many more.<br />
9 Sep - 16 Sep<br />
Edible Forest Festival<br />
Charnwood Forest Loughborough, LE12<br />
www.goleicestershire.com<br />
Enjoy amazing food and drink experiences<br />
in unique locations across Charnwood<br />
Forest. Enjoy time with the family at the<br />
Forest Food Adventures, take afternoon tea<br />
in the iconic Old John Tower at Bradgate<br />
Park, experience the unique Forest Pods,<br />
savour a forest inspired gourmet dining<br />
experience in a <strong>to</strong>p-secret location and<br />
much, much more!<br />
10 Sep<br />
Small Space Day<br />
National Space Centre<br />
Leicester, LE4 5NS<br />
https://spacecentre.co.uk<br />
Combining s<strong>to</strong>ries, songs and trails, this<br />
is a fun and interactive way for young<br />
children <strong>to</strong> continue their early educational<br />
development. There is also the chance <strong>to</strong><br />
see a special show featuring the planets,<br />
and even meet our own astronaut, George!<br />
The building and all activities are dedicated<br />
<strong>to</strong> our smallest visi<strong>to</strong>rs, so this is a great way<br />
<strong>to</strong> enjoy the National Space Centre, with<br />
lots of extra activities <strong>to</strong> keep young hands<br />
and minds busy.<br />
14 Sep - 18 Sep<br />
Ashby Statutes Fair<br />
Market Street and Brook<br />
Street Ashby de la Zouch, LE65<br />
www.nwleics.gov.uk<br />
Ashby Statutes is a travelling funfair, held<br />
every September. Instituted by Royal<br />
Statute, it was originally a hiring fair, where<br />
domestic servants and farmworkers would<br />
be hired for the year, now a mix of modern<br />
and traditional rides for all the family.<br />
14 Sep - 15 Sep<br />
Heritage Open Day<br />
De Montfort Hall Leicester, LE1 7RU<br />
www.demontforthall.co.uk<br />
Get a rare glimpse behind the scenes of<br />
one of East Midlands’ largest entertainment<br />
venues. Built in 1913 originally as a<br />
concert hall, you can join a walking <strong>to</strong>ur of<br />
the workings of the Hall’s magnificent pipe<br />
organ, visit the dressing rooms used by the<br />
stars, step out on<strong>to</strong> the stage and learn<br />
about what goes on behind the scenes at<br />
this glorious venue.<br />
15 Sep<br />
Community Open Day<br />
Rainbows Hospice for Children and<br />
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Lancaster Academy<br />
“I am proud <strong>to</strong> be the Principal at The Lancaster Academy. We are part of the<br />
‘Learning without Limits’ Academy Trust whose aim is <strong>to</strong> enable students <strong>to</strong><br />
‘grow, thrive and be visible’ in all aspects of personal and academic development.<br />
This a very exciting time <strong>to</strong> be joining us as we are making rapid progress on our<br />
journey of improvement. Welcoming girls through our doors for the first time<br />
ever, makes this a very important point in the his<strong>to</strong>ry of Lancaster. Through drive<br />
and ambition, our aim is <strong>to</strong> transform Lancaster in<strong>to</strong> a thriving and successful<br />
academy at the heart of the community; one <strong>to</strong> be proud of. We are proud of our<br />
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very diverse ethnic, cultural and religious intake, which contributes <strong>to</strong> the ethos<br />
here, encapsulated in our vision for the school: ‘Pride in Lancaster.’ We expect<br />
every student <strong>to</strong> excel by attaching huge importance <strong>to</strong> developing the individual<br />
‘characteristics’ of Preparedness, Resilience, Integrity, Diversity and Enterprise.<br />
Every day is an open day at The Lancaster Academy. If you would like the<br />
opportunity <strong>to</strong> look round during the academy day, you will be warmly welcomed.<br />
Please make an appointment.”<br />
Anna Fisher, Principal.<br />
WHAT’S ON WHERE<br />
Young People Loughborough, LE11 2HS<br />
www.rainbows.co.uk<br />
This year’s Community Open Day promises<br />
<strong>to</strong> offer something for all the family,<br />
complete with kids’ activities, live music,<br />
craft stalls, a giant BBQ and lots of cake,<br />
as Rainbows once again opens its doors <strong>to</strong><br />
the public. Explore our improved gardens -<br />
including a NEW music area. Oh and did we<br />
mention cake?<br />
Music in the Mead<br />
Town Centre Hinckley, LE10 OAT<br />
https://hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk<br />
FREE! Performing in the Bandstand, Tuxedo<br />
Junction, an award-winning Barbershop<br />
choir, perform a mix of contemporary song<br />
and traditional barbershop.<br />
Wildlife & His<strong>to</strong>ry<br />
Hallgates Leicester, LE7 7HQ<br />
www.bradgatepark.org<br />
A Wildlife & His<strong>to</strong>ry Walk of Swithland<br />
Wood; through this ancient woodland<br />
containing some of the best remaining examples<br />
of oak wood in Charnwood Forest.<br />
With rich and varied flora and fauna and<br />
also home <strong>to</strong> a diverse butterfly, moth and<br />
bird population. Learn about the his<strong>to</strong>ric<br />
Swithland slate quarries and how the Wood<br />
is managed <strong>to</strong>day.<br />
Kids with cameras<br />
Calke Abbey DE73 7JF<br />
www.nationaltrust.org.uk<br />
Come and join the pho<strong>to</strong>graphy team on<br />
a kid’s camera walk and have some fun<br />
looking for different views <strong>to</strong> pho<strong>to</strong>graph.<br />
Pick up some handy tips and tricks along<br />
the way.<br />
15 Sep - 16 Sep<br />
Belgrave Food & Garden Festival<br />
Belgrave Hall, Leicester, LE4 5<br />
www.leicester.gov.uk<br />
A showcase for local suppliers, Belgrave<br />
Food & Garden Festival invites you <strong>to</strong> enjoy<br />
our green spaces and celebrate tastes<br />
from around the world and closer <strong>to</strong> home.<br />
This year’s theme is ‘healthy for you and<br />
the environment’ and we will have a wide<br />
variety of stalls offering locally-produced<br />
foods, beverages and garden-related items<br />
for sale.<br />
15 Sep - 6 Oct<br />
Childrens’ Sewing Club<br />
<strong>Leicestershire</strong> Craft Centre Market<br />
Harborough, LE16 7NJ<br />
www.leicestershirecraftcentre.co.uk<br />
Aimed at beginner sewers aged 7-11, we<br />
undertake lots of different projects building<br />
up cutting and sewing skills along the way.<br />
Projects can include, soft <strong>to</strong>ys, patchwork,<br />
applique and simple dressmaking.<br />
15 Sep - 4 Nov<br />
Hickman’s Insecta Extaodinaire<br />
Nunea<strong>to</strong>n Museum & Art Gallery CV11<br />
5TU<br />
www.nunea<strong>to</strong>nandbedworth.gov.uk<br />
Roll-up, roll-up! Welcome <strong>to</strong> ‘Hickman’s<br />
Insecta Extraordinaire’! This array of<br />
mind-bending prints inspired by the traditional<br />
Vic<strong>to</strong>rian flea circus is a must-see for<br />
curious minds and anyone with a taste for<br />
the wacky. So…if a picture of a frog being<br />
<strong>to</strong>wed on a bike by a fly remotely tickles<br />
your fancy be sure <strong>to</strong> catch this all-round<br />
show-s<strong>to</strong>pper!<br />
16 Sep<br />
Ashby Farmers Market<br />
North Street Car Park Ashby de la<br />
Zouch, LE65 1HU<br />
www.facebook.com/Ashby-de-la-Zouch-<br />
Farmers-Market<br />
A fun way <strong>to</strong> buy locally grown and produced<br />
goods. There is an excellent range<br />
of produce including beef, pork, lamb, local<br />
fruit, vegetables, speciality artisan cheeses,<br />
jams, honey, preserves, cakes, ice cream,<br />
pies, wine, beer, chocolates, soaps, plants<br />
and other luxury items.<br />
Coalville Colour Run<br />
Coalville Park LE67 3<br />
www.facebook.com/coalvillecolourrun<br />
Grab your family or running buddies<br />
and sign up <strong>to</strong> be a part of Coalville’s<br />
most colourful event! This is a fun event,<br />
incorporating a run (or walk) through our<br />
wonderful <strong>to</strong>wn, paint stations where you<br />
are sure <strong>to</strong> get covered in different colours<br />
of powder paint and then a grand finish at<br />
Coalville Park.<br />
Fire Station Open Days<br />
Hinckley Fire and Rescue Station LE10 1IL<br />
www.leicestershire-fire.gov.uk<br />
These hugely popular days feature a wide<br />
variety of events and activities and give you<br />
an opportunity <strong>to</strong> meet your local firefighters<br />
and see your local station. Their overall<br />
aim is <strong>to</strong> promote fire safety messages in<br />
an engaging way, by incorporating lots of<br />
fun activities for kids and adults including:<br />
Fire Engines, Smoke House Challenge,<br />
Specialist Appliances and Equipment,<br />
Rescue and Fire Demonstrations, Bouncy<br />
Castle, Meet the Search and Rescue Dogs,<br />
Stalls and Games, Food and Refreshments<br />
and lots more!<br />
Heritage Open Day<br />
Century Theatre Coalville, LE67 3LN<br />
www.centurytheatre.co.uk<br />
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Lionheart Academies Trust<br />
Lionheart Academies Trust has<br />
ambitious aims for their schools<br />
and the learners they work with.<br />
As a trust they support schools<br />
and communities by having the<br />
very highest standards of teaching<br />
and learning in positive and<br />
nurturing learning environments.<br />
With Beauchamp as lead school<br />
all Lionheart schools share their<br />
experience and skills, ensuring a<br />
consistent and constructive approach<br />
<strong>to</strong> teaching across all key stages.<br />
Across the trust they encourage the<br />
au<strong>to</strong>nomy, ethos, and identity of each<br />
school; this means that the diversity<br />
of the communities they serve is fully<br />
represented, building on the needs<br />
and experiences of both learners and<br />
parents/carers.<br />
Learners, parents and carers can<br />
be confident that each school in the<br />
trust is focused on the academic<br />
and personal progress of every<br />
learner, this holistic approach is best<br />
for success in school and beyond<br />
as learners become happy, skilled,<br />
confident young people. They are<br />
proud of the achievements of their<br />
learners and proud of the role<br />
Lionheart takes in their journey.<br />
If you are interested in taking a place<br />
at a Lionheart school please visit<br />
lionhearttrust.org.uk<br />
WHAT’S ON WHERE<br />
Here at the Century Theatre we are throwing<br />
our doors open <strong>to</strong> anyone who would<br />
like <strong>to</strong> visit and learn more about the his<strong>to</strong>ry<br />
of the theatre. We will be holding guided<br />
<strong>to</strong>urs of the backstage area, See where<br />
Dame Judi Dench and Helen Mirren once<br />
trod the boards.<br />
Hinckley Classic Mo<strong>to</strong>rshow<br />
Town Centre Hinckley, LE10 OAT<br />
www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk<br />
FREE! More than 600 Classic vehicle<br />
owners from all over the Midlands filled<br />
Hinckley Town Centre on a Sunday last year<br />
<strong>to</strong> show off their beautiful and carefully res<strong>to</strong>red<br />
machines <strong>to</strong> a crowd of some 17,000.<br />
Organised by the Hinckley BID - this year’s<br />
8th annual Hinckley Classic Mo<strong>to</strong>r Show will<br />
again comprise of cars, vans, mo<strong>to</strong>rbikes<br />
and scooters.<br />
22 Sep<br />
Old John Tower Tour<br />
Hunts Hill car park New<strong>to</strong>wn Linford,<br />
LE6 0AH<br />
www.bradgatepark.org<br />
Old John Tower & Natural His<strong>to</strong>ry walk and<br />
<strong>to</strong>ur; this unique <strong>to</strong>ur offers a rare opportunity<br />
<strong>to</strong> see inside the Tower and enjoy the<br />
amazing panoramic views of <strong>Leicestershire</strong>.<br />
Learn about the windmill that previously<br />
s<strong>to</strong>od on the hill and the legends associated<br />
with it and also the racecourse around<br />
the base of the hill. Limited spaces, booking<br />
essential.<br />
Rainbows Bubble Rush<br />
Abbey Park, Leicester, LE4 5AQ<br />
www.rainbows.co.uk<br />
The Bubble Rush is not your average 5k<br />
fun run. At every kilometre point there’ll<br />
be a bubble station where one of our<br />
high-powered foam cannons will be blowing<br />
out 30 cubic metres a minute of frothy<br />
colourful bubbles <strong>to</strong> make a 4ft bubble<br />
wall! You won’t want <strong>to</strong> miss this fantastic<br />
family-friendly 5K event.<br />
22 Sep - 23 Sep<br />
Trampoline and Tumbling British<br />
Championships<br />
Arena Birmingham B1 2AA<br />
www.british-gymnastics.org<br />
<strong>2018</strong> has been a brilliant year so far for our<br />
gymnasts, with 13 major medals gained in<br />
the recent European Championships, so<br />
this is a fantastic opportunity <strong>to</strong> be wowed<br />
by first class performances from both our<br />
senior squad and our up-and-coming stars,<br />
guaranteeing <strong>to</strong> leave the crowds stunned<br />
Cavendish’s Horses<br />
Bolsover Castle Derbyshire, S44 6PR<br />
www.english-heritage.org.uk<br />
Witness expert horsemen in flamboyant<br />
17th century costume, training for art and<br />
battle <strong>to</strong> baroque music in spectacular<br />
surroundings. With their elegant Spanish<br />
Horses, the Atkinson Action Horses will<br />
amaze you with a demonstration of skilled<br />
horsemanship displaying the complicated<br />
movements. Suitable for all, perfect for<br />
families and those interested in horses..<br />
23 Sep<br />
Charity Mixed Netball Tournament<br />
Catmose Sports Centre Oakham, LE15<br />
6RP<br />
www.rcnl.co.uk<br />
Rutland County Netball League are hosting<br />
a charity mixed netball <strong>to</strong>urnament in aid<br />
of Scottys little Soldiers. £30 per team,<br />
payment with entry forms confirms your<br />
place. Raffle, childrens bouncy castle, all<br />
abilities welcome.<br />
Fire Station Open Days<br />
Loughborough Fire and Rescue Station<br />
LE11 3GE<br />
www.leicestershire-fire.gov.uk<br />
These hugely popular days feature a wide<br />
variety of events and activities and give you<br />
an opportunity <strong>to</strong> meet your local firefighters<br />
and see your local station. Their overall<br />
aim is <strong>to</strong> promote fire safety messages in an<br />
engaging way, by incorporating lots of fun<br />
activities for kids and adults including: Fire<br />
Engines, Smoke House Challenge, Specialist<br />
Appliances and Equipment, Rescue and<br />
Fire Demonstrations, Bouncy Castle, Meet<br />
the Search and Rescue Dogs, Stalls and<br />
Games, Food and Refreshments.<br />
Open Day at Shepshed Watermill<br />
Shepshed Watermill Loughborough, LE12 9RP<br />
www.shepshedwatermill.co.uk<br />
Special Open Day, come and view the<br />
his<strong>to</strong>ric mill dating back and recorded in the<br />
doomsday book 1080; what was it like <strong>to</strong> be<br />
a miller and find out how <strong>to</strong> work the wheel.<br />
MiniFest<br />
Stanford Hall Lutterworth, LE17 6DH<br />
https://britishminiclub.co.uk<br />
Join us for the last BMC event of the year<br />
with the largest gathering of both classic<br />
Mini’s & modern MiniI’s of the year. This is<br />
a fantastic show with everything for the<br />
Mini enthusiast with the live arena that<br />
always attracts the crowds for our sound off<br />
competitions.<br />
Vintage Fair & Dog Show<br />
Tree<strong>to</strong>ps Hospice Care DE72 3SS<br />
www.tree<strong>to</strong>pshospice.org.uk<br />
Over 80 Vintage vehicles, as well as stalls<br />
and live music from the Cherrys, fun for the<br />
whole family young and old, with a “just for<br />
fun” Dog Show staring at 12 noon. Register<br />
your dog in<strong>to</strong> the 8 categories £2 per dog<br />
per category.<br />
25 Sep<br />
Classic Car Meet<br />
Bosworth Water Park Nunea<strong>to</strong>n,<br />
CV13 6PD<br />
www.bosworthwatertrust.co.uk<br />
Come and join us for this family orientated<br />
evening, with over 150 classic, American<br />
and cus<strong>to</strong>m vehicles.<br />
25 Sep - 31 Oct<br />
The Beano Comic Art Exhibition<br />
Charnwood Museum Gallery Loughborough,<br />
LE11 3DU<br />
www.loogabarooga.co.uk<br />
This specially commissioned exhibition<br />
of Comic Art celebrates the most popular<br />
characters in the longest-running British<br />
children’s comic, including Dennis the<br />
Menace, the Bash Street Kids and Minnie<br />
the Minx – who have been familiar <strong>to</strong> generations<br />
of British schoolkids.<br />
26 Sep - 30 Sep<br />
Gravity Fields Festival<br />
various venues<br />
https://gravityfields.co.uk<br />
Gravity Fields is a festival of science,<br />
arts, heritage, music, drama and outdoor<br />
spectacular in and around Grantham <strong>to</strong><br />
celebrate Sir Isaac New<strong>to</strong>n’s legacy. During<br />
the festival enjoy experts sharing their passion,<br />
expand your knowledge or walk in the<br />
footsteps of one of the greatest scientific<br />
minds, Sir Isaac New<strong>to</strong>n.<br />
28 Sep<br />
Xplorer ‘Maths Mayhem’<br />
Hollycroft Park Hinckley, LE100BG<br />
www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk<br />
FREE! Fun orienteering challenge for the<br />
whole family. Meet at the bowling green<br />
entrance of Hollycroft Park.<br />
28 Sep - 30 Sep<br />
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Fullhurst Community College<br />
To be part of Fullhurst Community<br />
College is <strong>to</strong> transform lives. We are<br />
proud <strong>to</strong> serve a diverse community<br />
of over 1000 students, aged 11-16<br />
years, on our large site in south west<br />
Leicester and are oversubscribed<br />
each year. Over the next four years<br />
we will continue <strong>to</strong> expand <strong>to</strong><br />
accommodate 1500 students.<br />
To facilitate this, a new £15 million<br />
build is being developed in<br />
conjunction with Leicester City<br />
Council on Ellesmere Road.<br />
We will be utilising these state of<br />
the art facilities, as a Key Stage 3 hub,<br />
from August 2019.<br />
Our priority is <strong>to</strong> provide the highest<br />
quality education for every student<br />
in a supportive and inspiring<br />
environment. It is our aim that<br />
students leave Fullhurst Community<br />
College as successful, confident<br />
and responsible young people<br />
equipped with academic qualifications<br />
as well as the personal and<br />
social skills <strong>to</strong> enable them make a<br />
positive contribution <strong>to</strong> society.<br />
We warmly invite you <strong>to</strong> attend our<br />
open evening on Thursday 20th<br />
September from 5pm-7.30pm <strong>to</strong><br />
find out more. Should you require<br />
any further information or wish <strong>to</strong><br />
arrange a visit, please do not hesitate<br />
<strong>to</strong> get in <strong>to</strong>uch.<br />
WHAT’S ON WHERE<br />
BMX National Series<br />
Leicester Huncote Hornets BMX Racing<br />
Club LE9 3BN<br />
www.leicesterhuncotehornets.com<br />
BMXers competition welcomes Rounds<br />
10 & 11 of the <strong>2018</strong> British Cycling HSBC<br />
UK BMX National Series. Enjoy two days at<br />
Leicester Huncote Hornets for an epic two<br />
days of non-s<strong>to</strong>p action and watch some of<br />
the nations best riders head <strong>to</strong> head.<br />
29 Sep<br />
Animal Encounters<br />
Cherry Lane - Glebe Countesthorpe,<br />
LE8 5QP<br />
www.cherry-lane.co.uk<br />
The whole family is welcome <strong>to</strong> enjoy<br />
our hands on educational fun experience,<br />
getting up close <strong>to</strong> many animals from tarantulas,<br />
snakes, lizards, <strong>to</strong>r<strong>to</strong>ises, meerkats,<br />
raccons, foxes, skunks and more. We have<br />
four session times <strong>to</strong> choose from 11am,<br />
12.30pm, 2pm & 3.30pm with each session<br />
will last one hour and fifteen minutes.<br />
<strong>Leicestershire</strong> <strong>Primary</strong> <strong>School</strong>s Cross<br />
Country<br />
Prestwold Hall Loughborough, LE12 5SQ<br />
fun<strong>to</strong>run.co.uk<br />
The biggest primary cross country league<br />
in the UK (and probably beyond)! We have<br />
races for all age groups from year 3 <strong>to</strong> year<br />
6 with separate races for boys and girls.<br />
Little Mess - Outer Space<br />
Thurmas<strong>to</strong>n Old <strong>School</strong> Church and<br />
Community Centre Leicester LE4 8BD<br />
leicestershire-rutland.thelittlesensory.co<br />
Each month we deliver a different exciting<br />
theme for our Messy Play Events. All of our<br />
events are suitable for 6 months (or sitting<br />
un-aided) up <strong>to</strong> five years. We also have a<br />
crafts corner for older siblings up <strong>to</strong> the age<br />
of ten years.<br />
Baby & Children’s Market<br />
Rawlins Academy Loughborough, LE12 8DY<br />
www.babyandchildrensmarket.co.uk<br />
40 stalls of excellent quality nearly new and<br />
new baby & children’s items from birth <strong>to</strong> six<br />
years all under on roof! Great brands selling<br />
at bargain prices!<br />
29 Sep - 30 Sep<br />
Cavendish’s Horses<br />
Bolsover Castle Derbyshire, S44 6PR<br />
www.english-heritage.org.uk<br />
Witness expert horsemen in flamboyant<br />
17th century costume, training for art and<br />
battle <strong>to</strong> baroque music in spectacular<br />
surroundings. With their elegant Spanish<br />
Horses, the Atkinson Action Horses will<br />
amaze you with a demonstration of skilled<br />
horsemanship displaying the complicated<br />
movements. Suitable for all, perfect for<br />
families and those interested in horses.<br />
4 Oct - 7 Oct<br />
Autumn Steam Gala<br />
Great Central Railway PLC<br />
Loughborough, LE11 1RW<br />
www.gcrailway.co.uk<br />
Mel<strong>to</strong>n Food and Drink Festival<br />
The Cattle Market, Mel<strong>to</strong>n Mowbray, LE13 1JY<br />
www.goleicestershire.com<br />
Live demonstrations from professional<br />
chefs such as Rachel Green and Jo Pratt<br />
<strong>to</strong>ok place in the Food Theatre with expert<br />
butchers showing people how <strong>to</strong> carve and<br />
cook the best joints of meat, entertainment<br />
came from a gospel choir and ukulele<br />
band and there was a new, enlarged Kids<br />
Food Zone.<br />
Apple Weekend<br />
Lyveden PE8 5AT<br />
www.nationaltrust.org.uk<br />
Join us for a celebration of our orchard<br />
and its produce. Take part in apple juicing<br />
sessions over the weekend and learn more<br />
about the heritage fruit varieties grown in<br />
our res<strong>to</strong>red Elizabethan orchard.<br />
6 Oct<br />
Burghley at Twilight<br />
Burghley PE9 3JY<br />
www.burghley.co.uk<br />
Great houses like Burghley were built for<br />
entertaining and are often at their best<br />
just after the main visi<strong>to</strong>rs have left and<br />
the twilight seeps in through the windows<br />
which combined with the soft lighting of<br />
the artworks evokes the feeling of travelling<br />
back in time <strong>to</strong> when the House would have<br />
seen endless evenings of entertaining from<br />
supper parties <strong>to</strong> balls.<br />
6 Oct - 7 Oct<br />
Uppingham Oc<strong>to</strong>ber Festival<br />
The Market Place Uppingham, LE15 9QH<br />
www.marketsquaregroup.co.uk<br />
Oc<strong>to</strong>ber Festival, in the centre of <strong>to</strong>wn on<br />
the market place. Food, music, beer and<br />
cider festival <strong>to</strong>gether with some special<br />
seasonal activities and entertainments all<br />
contribute <strong>to</strong> this Autumnal celebration.<br />
7 Oct<br />
Autumn Birdwatch<br />
Barnsdale Gardens Oakham, LE15 8AH<br />
http://barnsdalegardens.co.uk<br />
Meet our bird-watching experts and take<br />
a twitcher’s <strong>to</strong>ur of Barnsdale with Phil<br />
Rudkin; our 38 gardens provide a wide<br />
variety of habitats for wildlife and even the<br />
youngest visi<strong>to</strong>r will be able <strong>to</strong> get a great<br />
view using our woodland webcam. Make<br />
a simple bird feeder <strong>to</strong> take home, so grab<br />
your binoculars - everyone is welcome,<br />
young and old!<br />
Apple Day<br />
Calke Abbey DE73 7JF<br />
www.nationaltrust.org.uk<br />
Join us at one of our most popular events<br />
this autumn and celebrate the English<br />
apple. There will be juicing, tasting, games<br />
and apple advice, with something for all<br />
the family. A garden ticket is required for<br />
this event.<br />
Organising<br />
an event?<br />
Why not get it listed in the<br />
UK’s biggest magazine for<br />
families. Contact us <strong>to</strong>day<br />
via our web site <strong>to</strong> get<br />
your event listed.<br />
www.primarytimes.<br />
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Three cheers for amazing readers<br />
Reading – posters, signs, instructions,<br />
labels, magazines, books! The list<br />
seems endless and we get so much<br />
information through reading. Isn’t<br />
reading just great?<br />
Have you ever been so carried away<br />
in reading a really great book that<br />
time just flashed by? Imagine the joy<br />
of seeing your child fascinated by a<br />
fantastic fantasy, saucer-eyed by a<br />
mysterious myth, gripped by<br />
a horrific horror or blown away by<br />
a brilliant biography.<br />
The more your child reads, the better<br />
their writing will become. Books feed<br />
your child’s imagination. The greater<br />
the range of books that children<br />
reads, the more imaginative they will<br />
become. Thinking up ideas for their<br />
own s<strong>to</strong>ries will become easier.<br />
If your child struggles <strong>to</strong> read, at<br />
Kip McGrath we can help your<br />
child become a remarkable reader.<br />
Here at Kip McGrath, we can make<br />
a real difference <strong>to</strong> your child’s<br />
reading through our proven reading<br />
programme. We can also suggest<br />
reading books that your child might<br />
be happy <strong>to</strong> read! There are just so<br />
many <strong>to</strong> choose from!<br />
Reading accurately, speedily and<br />
with understanding is so important.<br />
Contact your local Kip McGrath Centre<br />
in Hinckley, Leicester South (Oadby)<br />
and Loughborough <strong>to</strong> book your Free<br />
Assessment.<br />
See our contact details below or go<br />
<strong>to</strong> www.kipmcgrath.co.uk<br />
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WHAT’S ON WHERE<br />
<strong>Leicestershire</strong> Craft Centre Events<br />
<strong>Back</strong> <strong>to</strong> <strong>School</strong><br />
MINI MAKERS (PRESCHOOLERS)<br />
Starts Fri 7th Sept for<br />
4 weeks After <strong>School</strong><br />
ART CLUB (7-11YRS)<br />
Starts Tues 11th Sept for 4 weeks<br />
CHILDREN'S SATURDAY<br />
SEWING CLUB (AGE 11+)<br />
Starts 15th Sept for 4 weeks<br />
CHILDREN'S SATURDAY<br />
SEWING CLUB (AGE 7-11)<br />
Starts 15th Sept for 4 weeks<br />
Oc<strong>to</strong>ber half term<br />
CRAZY COLLAGE (6+)<br />
Mon 15th Oct, 10.30-12.00 - £9<br />
LITTLE CRAFTERS (4-7YRS)<br />
Mon 15th Oct, 14.00-15.00 - £7<br />
AUTUMN NATURE CRAFTS (6+)<br />
Tues 16th Oct, 14.00-15.30 - £9<br />
SEW A CLOUD CUSHION (7+)<br />
Weds 17th Oct, 14.00-16.00 - £17<br />
LANTERN MAKING<br />
Thurs 18th Oct, 10.00-12.00 - £16<br />
HAND SEWN<br />
AUTUMN DECORATIONS (6+)<br />
Fri 19th Oct - 10.30-12.00 - £10<br />
SCRAPBOOKING (7+)<br />
Fri 19th Oct - 13.30-15.30 - £8<br />
www.leicestershirecraftcentre.co.uk<br />
How <strong>to</strong> Boost Word Power<br />
The Equazen range of brain health<br />
supplements, available in a liquid<br />
(citrus), chews (strawberry; tropical<br />
fruit) and family capsules is the result<br />
of many years of science. Equazen’s<br />
unique evidence-based formulation<br />
incorporates the specific blends of<br />
omega-3 and omega-6, all tailor made<br />
<strong>to</strong> meet our needs at key life stages.<br />
And, NEW Equazen+, includes the<br />
same omega-3 and omega-6 blend<br />
as well as a Vitamins A, B, C, D, E, Iron<br />
and Zinc. Extensively researched,<br />
Equazen helps benefit children when<br />
it comes <strong>to</strong> reading and behaviour<br />
with a 64% improvement in reading<br />
comprehension; faster phonological<br />
decoding by 10% and visual analysis<br />
up by 8%. www.equazen.co.uk.<br />
Leicester Vocal Tech<br />
Book the ultimate singing-themed<br />
birthday party at Leicester Vocal<br />
Tech for the budding singer and their<br />
friends! Our Karaoke Birthday Bash<br />
party package is perfect for children<br />
and teenagers who love <strong>to</strong> sing and<br />
perform. We give you the ‘WOW’<br />
fac<strong>to</strong>r with a VIP affair, a red carpet<br />
entrance, your own performance<br />
stage and many more extras<br />
for an unforgettable birthday party.<br />
Choose from Silver, Gold or Platinum<br />
Karaoke Birthday Bash packages<br />
starting at £149 including venue<br />
decorations, party host, snacks and<br />
unlimited refreshments!<br />
We make it as easy as cake for you.<br />
Leicester Vocal Tech<br />
Leicester LE35AW • 01162221268 •<br />
info@leicestervocaltech.co.uk<br />
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Bel<strong>to</strong>n House<br />
NG32 2LS<br />
www.nationaltrust.org.uk<br />
The Greatest Showman<br />
7 Sept<br />
OPEN AIR SHOW: Pack up a picnic and<br />
enjoy this outdoor screening under<br />
the summer sky and stars on Bel<strong>to</strong>n’s<br />
Oval Lawn. Hugh Jackman tackles the<br />
legendary figure of P.T. Barnum in the<br />
mostly true tale of his life, brought <strong>to</strong> life<br />
with music! Please come prepared with<br />
appropriate clothing for the weather.<br />
Ghostbusters<br />
8 Sept<br />
OPEN AIR SHOW: ‘Who ya gonna call?’<br />
Bill Murray, Dan Aykroyd and Sigourney<br />
Weaver star in the classic ‘80s supernatural<br />
comedy. After the members of<br />
a team of scientists lose their cushy<br />
positions at a university in New York City,<br />
they decide <strong>to</strong> become ghostbusters<br />
<strong>to</strong> wage a high-tech battle with the<br />
supernatural.<br />
Curve<br />
Leicester, LE1 1SB<br />
www.curveonline.co.uk<br />
The Play That Goes Wrong<br />
3-8 Sept<br />
Fawlty Towers meets Noises Off in this<br />
multi award-winning smash hit comedy,<br />
the Cornley Polytechnic Drama Society<br />
are putting on a 1920s murder mystery,<br />
but as the title suggests, everything that<br />
can go wrong… does! Don’t miss this<br />
brilliantly funny comedy that’s guaranteed<br />
<strong>to</strong> leave you aching with laughter!<br />
Ages 8+<br />
Little Baby Bum Live<br />
11-13 Sept<br />
Step in<strong>to</strong> the magical and colourful<br />
world of Little Baby Bum. Join Mia,<br />
Jacus, Twinkle and their Nursery Rhyme<br />
friends at the world premiere of a brand<br />
new LIVE show. An online and digital TV<br />
sensation, Little Baby Bum is the world’s<br />
largest educational YouTube channel<br />
with over 21 million subscribers and 20<br />
billion views.<br />
De Montfort Hall<br />
Leicester, LE1 7RU<br />
www.demontforthall.co.uk<br />
Raiders Of The Lost Ark In<br />
Concert<br />
18 Sept<br />
The film that gave the world one of its<br />
greatest movie heroes, Indiana Jones, is<br />
back and better than ever before! Relive<br />
the magic on the silver screen with the<br />
original great adventure… Raiders of<br />
the Lost Ark… with John Williams’ epic<br />
score performed live <strong>to</strong> picture by a full<br />
symphony orchestra.<br />
Traditional Tales<br />
6 Oct<br />
Dress up as your favourite character<br />
from a fairy tale and come and enjoy this<br />
1 hour 15 minute session with s<strong>to</strong>ryteller<br />
and performer Lindsey Warnes Carroll.<br />
This interactive s<strong>to</strong>rytelling session is<br />
based on our best-loved fairy-tales,<br />
including Peter Pan - this year’s pan<strong>to</strong><br />
at De Montfort Hall and will include<br />
craft-making, actions and songs <strong>to</strong><br />
accompany the s<strong>to</strong>ries. Most suited <strong>to</strong><br />
children aged from three <strong>to</strong> eight years<br />
and their grown-ups.<br />
Derby Theatre<br />
Derby, DE1 2NF<br />
www.derbytheatre.co.uk<br />
Leaf<br />
15 Sept<br />
Join us as we tell the life s<strong>to</strong>ry of a very<br />
special leaf in this warm, intimate and<br />
playful new piece for under 3s inspired<br />
by nature and the seasons. Framed<br />
within an evocative soundscape, this is<br />
the perfect introduction <strong>to</strong> theatre for<br />
the very young. Children will be invited<br />
on<strong>to</strong> the stage <strong>to</strong> play among the leaves<br />
and explore a landscape created by the<br />
changing seasons.<br />
Haymarket Theatre<br />
Leicester, LE1 3AF<br />
www.haytheatre.com<br />
Chitty Chitty Bang Bang<br />
11-15 Sept<br />
Leicester Amateur Operatic Society<br />
presents a fantastic musical adventure<br />
with an out-of-this-world car which flies<br />
through the air and sails the seas. Based<br />
on the beloved 1968 film of Ian Flem-<br />
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ing’s children’s book, and featuring an<br />
unforgettable score, Chitty Chitty Bang<br />
Bang is the perfect family musical that’s<br />
“Truly Scrumptious”!<br />
Leicester Es<strong>to</strong>nian House<br />
Leicester, LE3 5RS<br />
https://ev100songanddance.es<strong>to</strong>nians.co.uk<br />
Song and Dance Festival<br />
7-8 Sept<br />
The event brings <strong>to</strong>gether Es<strong>to</strong>nian<br />
choirs and folk dance groups from 15<br />
European countries, performances<br />
will take the audience on a musical<br />
journey through the last 100 years of<br />
Es<strong>to</strong>nian his<strong>to</strong>ry - from the manifes<strong>to</strong> of<br />
independence in 1918, World War II and<br />
Soviet occupation when many Es<strong>to</strong>nians<br />
fled <strong>to</strong> western Europe, through <strong>to</strong> the<br />
singing revolution and re-independence<br />
culminating in contemporary choir<br />
music.<br />
Loughborough Town Hall<br />
Loughborough, LE11 3EB<br />
www.loughborough<strong>to</strong>wnhall.co.uk<br />
Teletubbies Live<br />
7-8 Sept<br />
Join Tinky Winky, Dipsy, Laa-Laa and<br />
Po in a show full of love and laughter<br />
as they explore the magical world of<br />
Teletubbyland. Look out for the Tubby<br />
Phone, Noo-Noo and Sun Baby in a fun,<br />
bright and safe world which captures<br />
young children’s imaginations. Join in<br />
and enjoy beloved features from the TV<br />
series along with brand new songs.<br />
Peppa Pig’s Adventure<br />
16-17 Oct<br />
Peppa Pig and friends are back in the<br />
brand new live show Peppa Pig’s Adventure!<br />
Join Peppa as she gets ready <strong>to</strong> go<br />
on an exciting camping trip <strong>to</strong> the woods<br />
with George and her school friends,<br />
including Pedro Pony, Suzy Sheep and<br />
Gerald Giraffe. With lunch-boxes packed<br />
and Daddy Pig driving the bus, Peppa<br />
and friends are excited about their outdoor<br />
adventure, full of games, laughter<br />
and live music!<br />
Mel<strong>to</strong>n Theatre<br />
Mel<strong>to</strong>n Mowbray, LE13 0HJ<br />
www.mel<strong>to</strong>ntheatre.co.uk<br />
West Side S<strong>to</strong>ry<br />
11-15 Sept<br />
Inspired by the timeless s<strong>to</strong>ry of Romeo<br />
and Juliet, West Side S<strong>to</strong>ry takes Shakespeare’s<br />
star-crossed lovers and places<br />
them in the vibrant battleground of<br />
New York City’s West Side in the 1950’s.<br />
With soaring, sophisticated, and diverse<br />
melodies, energetic and athletic dance<br />
battles, and its remarkably salient social<br />
message; one of theatre’s most revolutionary<br />
and most loved treasures.<br />
Starlets <strong>School</strong> of Performing<br />
Arts<br />
29-30 Sept<br />
The Starlets are celebrating their 10th<br />
Anniversary in spectacular style, with a<br />
high energy showcase of all styles of<br />
dance!<br />
Nottingham Lakeside Arts<br />
Nottingham, NG7 2RD<br />
www.lakesidearts.org.uk<br />
Sleepyhead<br />
7 Oct<br />
It’s been a long day for Dad and he can<br />
hardly keep his eyes open. All he wants<br />
is for Baby <strong>to</strong> go <strong>to</strong> sleep so he can<br />
catch up on a little shut-eye <strong>to</strong>o. Dad’s<br />
usually got some tricks up his sleeve<br />
<strong>to</strong> help send Baby off <strong>to</strong> the Land of<br />
Nod. But <strong>to</strong>night, Baby has other ideas…<br />
let the fun and games begin! Plus, why<br />
not come along <strong>to</strong> our Mischief-Making<br />
Drama Workshop, 2-3pm?<br />
Stamford Theatre<br />
Stamford, PE9 2DL<br />
www.stamfordartscentre.com<br />
Jeeves and Wooster<br />
11-15 Sept<br />
Jeeves and Wooster in Perfect Nonsense<br />
Leave your troubles outside’ and<br />
relax in<strong>to</strong> Wodehouse’s world of ridiculous<br />
problems and juvenile behaviour<br />
with the marvellous Jeeves ready, as<br />
ever, at the last possible moment, <strong>to</strong><br />
solve all. Romp your way through Bertie’s<br />
usual, eccentric muddle of a life donning<br />
many guises <strong>to</strong> illustrate his tale.<br />
The Core at Corby Cube<br />
Corby, NN17 1QG<br />
www.thecorecorby.com<br />
Dinosaur World Live<br />
26-27 Sept<br />
Dare <strong>to</strong> experience the dangers and<br />
delights of Dinosaur World in this<br />
interactive new show for all the family.<br />
Grab your compass and join our intrepid<br />
explorer across unchartered terri<strong>to</strong>ries <strong>to</strong><br />
discover a pre-his<strong>to</strong>ric world of as<strong>to</strong>nishing<br />
(and remarkably life-like) dinosaurs.A<br />
special meet and greet after the show<br />
offers all our brave explorers the chance<br />
<strong>to</strong> make a new dinosaur friend.<br />
The Little Theatre<br />
Leicester, LE1 6PW<br />
www.thelittletheatre.net<br />
Cats<br />
18-22 Sept<br />
From the company that performed<br />
the sold out run of Les Miserables in<br />
September 2017 you can now enjoy<br />
Andrew Lloyd Webber’s masterpiece,<br />
Cats. Based on ‘Old Possum’s Book<br />
Of Practical Cats’ by T.S.Eliot. Music by<br />
Andrew Lloyd Webber.<br />
The Y Theatre<br />
Leicester, LE1 6EY<br />
www.leicesterymca.co.uk/theatre<br />
Harry & Chris Save the World<br />
5 Oct<br />
Harry and Chris are the hottest comedy-rap-jazz<br />
duo out there. They might<br />
also be the only one. “A wonderful blend<br />
of infectious songs packed with sharp,<br />
clever wordplay... Harry and Chris’ family<br />
friendly set leaves the audience with a<br />
smile on their face and the catchy tunes<br />
stuck in their head for the rest of the<br />
day.” The Sunday Post.<br />
Frenzy Youth Theatre<br />
Come and join Frenzy Youth Theatre<br />
in September for the start of our<br />
new term! We are a dynamic theatre<br />
company with the emphasis on<br />
imagination and the power of play. Our<br />
classes allow youngsters <strong>to</strong> explore<br />
creatively in a non competitive<br />
environment whilst having lots<br />
and lots of fun! We offer Drama &<br />
The world-famous Philharmonia<br />
Orchestra, resident orchestra at De<br />
Montfort Hall, comes <strong>to</strong> Leicester<br />
this Oc<strong>to</strong>ber and November with The<br />
Virtual Orchestra, a free experience<br />
for all the family that gives everyone<br />
the opportunity <strong>to</strong> experience a<br />
symphony orchestra up-close.<br />
The ISKCON Centre becomes<br />
home <strong>to</strong> a 10-room installation that<br />
showcases the internal workings of<br />
the Philharmonia as the orchestra<br />
performs Holst’s The Planets, and<br />
virtual reality headsets that transport<br />
you <strong>to</strong> a concert hall stage where you<br />
can see and hear the orchestra up<br />
close in 360-degree virtual reality.<br />
You can experience The Virtual<br />
Orchestra by booking on<strong>to</strong> a family<br />
workshop, a friendly bespoke session<br />
S<strong>to</strong>rytelling for 22 months-3 years,<br />
Drama & Imaginative Play classes for<br />
ages 3-5 and Youth Theatre Sessions<br />
for ages 4-7, 8-12 & 13-18. Contact<br />
Frenzy <strong>to</strong>day <strong>to</strong> book your trial - we<br />
look forward <strong>to</strong> welcoming you in<strong>to</strong><br />
the Frenzy Family!<br />
www.frenzyyouththeatre.co.uk<br />
Free Virtual Orchestra experience<br />
by Philharmonia Orchestra<br />
filled with fun hands-on activities for<br />
all ages including the opportunity<br />
<strong>to</strong> play along with the music in the<br />
orchestra’s percussion room.<br />
On 17 November the orchestra will<br />
perform a live family-friendly concert<br />
at Leicester’s Haymarket Theatre,<br />
conceived for audiences who have<br />
experienced The Virtual Orchestra.<br />
The concert is short, friendly and<br />
informal and presented by a specialist<br />
<strong>to</strong> guide you through the music,<br />
including the enchanting main theme<br />
<strong>to</strong> Harry Potter, music from Star Wars<br />
and excerpts from Holst’s The Planets.<br />
For more information and <strong>to</strong> book<br />
tickets for family workshops and for<br />
the live concert, visit<br />
philharmonia.co.uk/virtualorchestra<br />
or call 0800 652 6717.<br />
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