1. Fun in Brum
October Half Term 2012
Produced by Family Information Service
Please note that some activities are only available to children and
young people living in specific areas. Please contact activity
organisers to check availability.
Family Information Service, PO Box 16507, Birmingham, B2 2EX Telephone: 0121 303 3521
Email: familyinformation@birmingham.gov.uk Website: www.birmingham.gov.uk/fis
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2. Fun in Brum - October 2012
Introduction
Welcome to the latest edition of Fun In Brum for October 2012 produced
by the Family Information Service (FIS). We hope you find the information
useful. There are loads of exciting things to do for all the family and some
of them are totally free to do. All the activities are in date order and we
have added contact details of Libraries and playschemes happening
across the city this Half Term.
Fun for All
This edition contains a wide range of activities including some for
disabled children and young people up to the age of 24 in some cases.
When we have been told that an activity or event is inclusive we have
added the following text – If your child or young person has a disability,
please call the organisation for further information. Whilst we have been
assured these activities are inclusive we would always recommend that
you call ahead to discuss your child’s needs to ensure they are able to
meet them.
We also produce the Birmingham Disabled Children’s Directory full of
relevant information for parents and carers of disabled children. If you are
interested in the FREE directory you can call our helpline or email us and
we will be happy to add you to our mailing list. Call 0121 303 3521 or
email: familyinformation@birmingham.gov.uk.
Safeguarding Statement
This list of events has been compiled by the Family Information Service for
information only. It is up to the parent/carer to decide what is most appropriate
for their child.
Please note the information has been gathered to support parents/carers in
accessing activities for children and that Birmingham City Council does not in
any way recommend or endorse any of the organisations other than services
directly delivered by the council.
It is the responsibility of parents/carers to carry out their own checks and to feel
completely satisfied with the safety of their child and the quality of the service
offered.
Family Information Service, PO Box 16507, Birmingham, B2 2EX Telephone: 0121 303 3521
Email: familyinformation@birmingham.gov.uk Website: www.birmingham.gov.uk/fis
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3. free@last Family Fun Zone
20/10/2012 - 28/10/2012
12.00pm - 7.00pm
Star City, 32 Watson Road, Birmingham, B7 5SA.
Contact: John Street on 0121 327 5959 or 07971 000 598
Fun and activities for the whole family such as archery, kayaking, model
making, arts & crafts, small toddler soft play area, jewellery many more.
Family Event
£3.50 per person
Please call for more details or just pop in and have a go.
If your child or young person has a disability, please call for further
information.
Knights & Legends Family Fun
20/10/2012
11.00am - 4.00pm
The Learning Zone, Birmingham Museums, Birmingham Museum
and Art Gallery, Chamberlain Square, Birmingham, B3 3DH
Contact: Sarah Walker on 0121 464 5056
For advance bookings contact the Box Office on 0121 303 1966, visit
the Gas Hall reception desk or book on-line at www.bmag.org.uk
Meet our knight, feel the weight of his armour and get dressed up at this
family friendly event inspired by the very special painting The Lady of
Shallot.
Family Event
£1.50 per child. Prices are fixed and some activities carry a charge
per head.
Entry to the museum is free although most of the events have a small
charge per child or per person.
Please note that organised groups may not be able to be accommodated
at busy times.
Family Information Service, PO Box 16507, Birmingham, B2 2EX Telephone: 0121 303 3521
Email: familyinformation@birmingham.gov.uk Website: www.birmingham.gov.uk/fis
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4. Spooky Spirals
20/10/2012
12.00pm - 2.00pm
Weoley Castle, Alwold Road, Birmingham, B29 5RX
Contact: 0121 464 2193
Get creative with this drop-in family craft activity making spooky spirals.
Family Event
£1 per child
Make and Take Craft
21/10/2012
1.00pm - 4.00pm
The Activity Zone, Birmingham Museums, Birmingham Museum and
Art Gallery, Chamberlain Square, Birmingham, B3 3DH
Contact: Sarah Walker on 0121 464 5056
For advance bookings contact the Box Office on 0121 303 1966, visit
the Gas Hall reception desk or book on-line at www.bmag.org.uk
Get creative with our hands-on craft session and take home your own
masterpiece.
Family Event
£1 per child. Prices are fixed and some activities carry a charge per
head.
Entry to the museum is free although most of the events have a small
charge per child or per person.
Please note that organised groups may not be able to be accommodated
at busy times.
Family Information Service, PO Box 16507, Birmingham, B2 2EX Telephone: 0121 303 3521
Email: familyinformation@birmingham.gov.uk Website: www.birmingham.gov.uk/fis
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5. Ackers Whizz Kids
22/10/2012 - 26/10/2012
Please contact for times.
Ackers Adventure, Golden Hillock Road, Sparkbrook, Birmingham,
B11 2PY
Contact: Sue Macbeath on 0121 772 5111
Choose from a selection of skiing, climbing, canoeing or archery. Each
session lasts for 1.5 hours with friendly, fully qualified instructors. All
equipment provided.
8 - 16 years
£8
An adult responsible for the child must stay on site during the activity.
There is a range of activities that are suitable for children and young
people with disabilities.
Animal Handling with Tropical Inc
22/10/2012 - 26/10/2012
12.00pm, 1.30pm, 3.30pm
Thinktank Event Area Level 3 - Birmingham Science Museum,
Millennium Point, Curzon Street, Birmingham, B4 7XG
Contact: Thinktank Box Office on 0121 202 2222
A week of fun with feathery, slithery and scary animals.
Family Event
£8.40 children and concessions, £12.25 adults, £39 for family of 4
Event is free to Thinktank ticket holders, otherwise charges apply.
Family Information Service, PO Box 16507, Birmingham, B2 2EX Telephone: 0121 303 3521
Email: familyinformation@birmingham.gov.uk Website: www.birmingham.gov.uk/fis
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6. Bats, Rats and Black Cats
22/10/2012 - 26/10/2012
10.00am - 5.00pm
Selly Manor, Maple Road, Bournville, Birmingham, B30 2AE
Contact: Daniel Callicott on 0121 472 0199
Spooktacular half-term craft activities, horrible Halloween hunt and yucky
boxes.
All Ages
£3.50 adults, £1.50 children, £9.50 family
Children must be accompanied.
There is a range of activities that are suitable for children and young
people with disabilities.
Bikeability
22/10/2012 - 25/10/2012
9.00am - 10.30am, 11.00am - 1.00pm, 1.30pm - 3.00pm, 3.15pm -
4.45pm
Ward End Park, Washwood Heath Road, Birmingham, B8 2HB
Contact: Andi Smith on 07553 371 127 or 0121 327 6951 Email:
info@urbancycles.org.uk
Your kids can become safe, confident, cyclists by joining the bikeability
sessions ranging from simple cycling games in the park through to more
complicated road skills.
7 - 14 years
£2 per session or £8 if you book full days for the week.
With a huge range of activities children can stay for more than one
session each day if they wish. Sessions must be pre-booked.
There is a range of activities that are suitable for children and young
people with disabilities.
Family Information Service, PO Box 16507, Birmingham, B2 2EX Telephone: 0121 303 3521
Email: familyinformation@birmingham.gov.uk Website: www.birmingham.gov.uk/fis
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7. Black History Photography Project
22/10/2012 - 26/10/2012
11.00am - 4.00pm
Oakland Young People Centre, Oaklands Road, Handsworth,
Birmingham, B21 0NA
Contact: Russell Green on 0121 523 7702
Working in partnership with the MAC/Vanley Burke for young people to
create photographic skills and produce pictures for gallery project.
12 - 16 years
FREE
You can bring or buy your lunch.
There is a range of activities that are suitable for children and young
people with disabilities.
Costume Day
22/10/2012
11.00am - 4.00pm
The Learning Zone, Birmingham Museums, Birmingham Museum
and Art Gallery, Chamberlain Square, Birmingham, B3 3DH
Contact: Sarah Walker on 0121 464 5056
For advance bookings contact the Box Office on 0121 303 1966, visit
the Gas Hall reception desk or book on-line at www.bmag.org.uk
Come along and meet the experts from our team of curators and find out
all about the wonderful clothes people wore in the past. There will be
plenty of chances to try on the clothes and a great chance for photos.
Family Event
£1 per child. Prices are fixed and some activities carry a charge per
head.
Entry to the museum is free although most of the events have a small
charge per child or per person.
Please note that organised groups may not be able to be accommodated
at busy times.
Family Information Service, PO Box 16507, Birmingham, B2 2EX Telephone: 0121 303 3521
Email: familyinformation@birmingham.gov.uk Website: www.birmingham.gov.uk/fis
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8. Genetics I-DNA
22/10/2012 - 26/10/2012
10.00am - 5.00pm
Thinktank - Birmingham Science Museum, Millennium Point, Curzon
Street, Birmingham, B4 7XG
Contact: Thinktank Box Office on 0121 202 2222
Explore the interactive exhibition in the outside grounds of Thinktank,
Birmingham Science Museum.
13 years+
FREE
Half Term Fun
22/10/2012 - 26/10/2012
9.30am - 6.30pm
Hickory Dickory's Playhouse, Findlay Road (just off the High Street),
Kings Heath, Birmingham B14 7SN
Contact: Alastair Hick on 0121 443 3939
Various free craft and sporting activities including Halloween fun for
children visiting the indoor adventure play and party centre and free cake
decorating. There will also be the popular Halloween party on October
31st, 5.00pm - 7.00pm. Please call for prices.
Up to 11 years (and no taller than 4ft 11ins or 150cm)
Free craft and sporting activities when admission is paid into the
playhouse (£4.40 under 5's and £4.90 for ages 5 and over.
Please visit the What's Happening page on: www.hickorydickorys.co.uk
for times and details or contact reception on 0121 443 3939.
Children visiting remain under the responsibility and supervision of their
accompanying parent or guardian.
We have a range of activities that are suitable for children and young
people with disabilities.
Family Information Service, PO Box 16507, Birmingham, B2 2EX Telephone: 0121 303 3521
Email: familyinformation@birmingham.gov.uk Website: www.birmingham.gov.uk/fis
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9. Meet the Scientist
22/10/2012 - 26/10/2012
11.00am - 4.00pm
Thinktank Talking Point, Level 3 - Birmingham Science Museum,
Millennium Point, Curzon Street, Birmingham, B4 7XG
Contact: Thinktank Box Office on 0121 202 2222
Find out what happens at the cutting edge of science and talk to the
people that are making it happen. Join our local research scientists for
drop-in workshops that will make you think about everything from
Metallurgy to Infectious Diseases!
Family Event
£8.40 children and concessions, £12.25 adults, £39 for family of 4
Event is free to Thinktank ticket holders, otherwise charges apply.
Midnight F.E.A.S.T.
22/10/2012 - 26/10/2012
10.00am - 4.00pm
Clifton Road Youth Centre, Clifton Road, Sutton Coldfield, West
Midlands, Birmingham B73 6EB
Contact: 0121 440 8188 or email
midnightfeast@roundmidnight.org.uk
Round Midnight will be showcasing its brand new creative arts week -
Midnight F.E.A.S.T. This is a 3 day or 5 day extravaganza of film, acting,
singing and dancing concluding with a big comedy based cabaret show.
7 - 16 years
£50 (3 days), £75 (5 days)
Family Information Service, PO Box 16507, Birmingham, B2 2EX Telephone: 0121 303 3521
Email: familyinformation@birmingham.gov.uk Website: www.birmingham.gov.uk/fis
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10. Pat Benson Boxing Academy Evening Boxing Classes
22/10/2012 - 28/10/2012
5.30pm - 7.30pm
Unit 2, 50 Adderley Street, Digbeth, Birmingham, B9 4ED
Contact: Paddy Benson on 07805 592938
The club offers boxing, circuits and team games, so whether you want to
be the next World title challenger or simply take more exercise, you will
have fun along the way.
10 - 16 years
£3 per session or £7 for all three sessions
Sports clothing required - no jewellery, jeans, boots etc.
Water and suitable running shoes required.
Prehistoric Autopsy
22/10/2012 - 26/10/2012
11.00am - 4.00pm
Thinktank Events Suite, Level 3 - Birmingham Science Museum,
Millennium Point, Curzon Street, Birmingham, B4 7XG
Contact: Thinktank Box Office on 0121 202 2222
Discover how mankind has evolved over millions of years and what we
have learnt about the diets and lifestyles of our ancestors through the
excavation of graves.
All Ages Welcome
£8.40 children and concessions, £12.25 adults, £39 for family of 4
Event is free to Thinktank ticket holders, otherwise charges apply.
Family Information Service, PO Box 16507, Birmingham, B2 2EX Telephone: 0121 303 3521
Email: familyinformation@birmingham.gov.uk Website: www.birmingham.gov.uk/fis
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11. Short Breaks for Disabled Children and Families
22/10/2012 - 23/10/2012 (1 night), 25/10/2012 - 26/10/2012 (1 night)
Arrive 10.00am - Depart 2.30pm (1st day), Arrive 10.00am - Depart
3.30pm (2nd day)
Bell Heath, Quantry Lane, Belbroughton, West Midlands, DY9 9UU
Contact: Sue Leslie on 01562 710227
A 1-night fully-catered short break for disabled children to enjoy with their
families (or carers). A variety of outdoor activities including climbing
tower, bouldering, archery, bikes/trikes, low ropes, pond dipping,
woodland walk, campfire.
3 - 18 years
£15 per person
Please bring warm outdoor clothes and boots/outdoor shoes.
There is a range of activities that are suitable for children with disabilities.
Stories from the Web - Aliens, Monsters and Creepy
Creatures
22/10/2012 - 26/10/2012
Online - www.storiesfromtheweb.org/
Contact: Barry Griffiths on 0121 464 2893 or email:
storiesfromtheweb@birmingham.gov.uk
Prepare to meet Aliens, Monsters and Creepy Creatures as Stories from
the Web conjures up an assortment of spooky goodies. Plus you could
win a copy of The Dalek Project, the new Doctor Who graphic novel in
our latest competition.
0 - Teens
FREE
Online access only - www.storiesfromtheweb.org/ Get your free secret
password at your local Birmingham Library.
There is a range of activities that are suitable for children and young
people with disabilities.
Family Information Service, PO Box 16507, Birmingham, B2 2EX Telephone: 0121 303 3521
Email: familyinformation@birmingham.gov.uk Website: www.birmingham.gov.uk/fis
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12. Straight Up Community Arts
22/10/2012 - 26/10/2012
10.00am - 2.30pm
Stirchley Community Centre, 1326 Pershore Road, Stirchley,
Birmingham, B30 2XS
Contact: Ruchi Joshi on 07795 077 110
Music activities for children and young people with ASD/learning
disabilities or challenging behaviour as a result of an impairment.
6 - 18 years
FREE
Please bring a packed lunch and enough drinks each day.
There is a range of activities that are suitable for children and young
people with disabilities.
Strokes Learn to Swim Lessons
22/10/2012 - 26/10/2012
Various
Wyndley Leisure Centre, Clifton Road, Sutton Coldfield,
Birmingham, B73 6EB
Contact: Helen Cartwright on 0121 464 7743
Run various swimming lessons for a range of ages. Sessions include
beginners and improvers classes, deep water confidence and 1 to 1
tuition.
3 - 15 years
Various
Times and cost vary so please call for further details. All bookings are
final therefore no refunds will be given. Your child or young person will
need their own leisure card to book onto these courses.
There is a range of activities that are suitable for children and young
people with disabilities.
Family Information Service, PO Box 16507, Birmingham, B2 2EX Telephone: 0121 303 3521
Email: familyinformation@birmingham.gov.uk Website: www.birmingham.gov.uk/fis
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13. The Big Bang Show
22/10/2012 - 26/10/2012
2.15pm, 3.15pm
Thinktank Theatre - Birmingham Science Museum, Millennium Point,
Curzon Street, Birmignham, B4 7XG
Contact: Thinktank Box Office on 0121 202 2222
Vote to see your choices from our top ten list of big science
demonstrations.
Family Event
£8.40 children and concessions, £12.25 adults, £39 for family of 4
Warning: this show contains loud noises and explosions.
Event is free to Thinktank ticket holders, otherwise charges apply.
Wands and Shields
22/10/2012
11.00am - 4.00pm
The Learning Zone, Birmingham Museums, Birmingham Museum
and Art Gallery, Chamberlain Square, Birmingham, B3 3DH
Contact: Sarah Walker on 0121 464 5056
For advance bookings contact the Box Office on 0121 303 1966, visit
the Gas Hall reception desk or book on-line at www.bmag.org.uk
Work with artist Anne Brierley to create your very own Halloween props.
Family Event
£1.50 per child. Prices are fixed and some activities carry a charge
per head.
Entry to the museum is free although most of the events have a small
charge per child or per person.
Please note that organised groups may not be able to be accommodated
at busy times.
Family Information Service, PO Box 16507, Birmingham, B2 2EX Telephone: 0121 303 3521
Email: familyinformation@birmingham.gov.uk Website: www.birmingham.gov.uk/fis
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14. Big Brum History Day
23/10/2012
11.00am - 4.00pm
The Birmingham History Galleries, Birmingham Museums,
Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, Chamberlain Square,
Birmingham, B3 3DH
Contact: Sarah Walker on 0121 464 5056
For advance bookings, contact the Box Office: 0121 303 1966, visit
the Gas Hall reception desk or book on-line at www.bmag.org.uk
Your chance to chat to some of the lively characters from Birmingham's
past whilst exploring our brand new history galleries.
Family Event
FREE
Entry to the museum is free although most of the events have a small
charge per child or per person.
Please note that organised groups may not be able to be accommodated
at busy times.
Bookmaking Bonanza
23/10/2012
1.00pm - 3.00pm
Museum of the Jewellery Quarter, 75/80 Vyse Street, Hockley,
Birmingham, B18 6HA
Contact: 0121 554 3598
Bookmaking workshop with artist Ruth Swallow. Create a simple
handmade concertina book, illustrated in a Gothic style using printing and
collage techniques.
5 years+
£2.50 per person
Booking essential.
Family Information Service, PO Box 16507, Birmingham, B2 2EX Telephone: 0121 303 3521
Email: familyinformation@birmingham.gov.uk Website: www.birmingham.gov.uk/fis
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15. Boulton's Big Draw
23/10/2012
1.30pm - 3.30pm
Soho House Museum, 5 Soho Avenue, Handsworth, Birmingham,
B18 5LB
Contact: 0121 554 9122
As part of the Big Draw, take part in funky art activities inspired by our
new displays.
Family Event
FREE
Normal charges to Historic House apply.
Family Make and Take Activity
23/10/2012
12.00pm - 3.00pm
Blakesley Hall Museum, Blakesley Road, Yardley, Birmingham, B25
8RN
Contact: 0121 464 2193
A fun and creative event making a severed finger pencil to take home.
5 years+
£1 per child
Drop-in activity. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Entrance to the grounds is free - normal entry fees apply to the Hall.
Family Information Service, PO Box 16507, Birmingham, B2 2EX Telephone: 0121 303 3521
Email: familyinformation@birmingham.gov.uk Website: www.birmingham.gov.uk/fis
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16. Jeepers Creatures
23/10/2012
2.00pm - 3.00pm
Sheldon Library, Brays Road, Sheldon, Birmingham, B26 2RJ
Contact: Val Fielding on 0121 464 3512
A creepy crawly show for those who don't mind getting touchy feely with
some creepy creatures.
5 - 11 years
FREE
There are limited spaces so book early.
There is a range of activities that are suitable for children and young
people with disabilities.
Plague and Pestilence
23/10/2012 - 28/10/2012
12.00pm - 4.00pm
Blakesley Hall Museum, Blakesley Road, Yardley, Birmingham, B25
8RN
Contact: 0121 464 2193
Plague is rumoured at Blakesley Hall. See the plague infested Hall in
disarray and dress in your scariest costume.
Family Event
Children and under 16's free, £4 adults, £3 concessions.
Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Normal entry fees
apply to the Hall.
Family Information Service, PO Box 16507, Birmingham, B2 2EX Telephone: 0121 303 3521
Email: familyinformation@birmingham.gov.uk Website: www.birmingham.gov.uk/fis
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17. Spooky Soho
23/10/2012 - 28/10/2012
12.00pm - 4.00pm
Soho House Museum, 5 Soho Avenue, Handsworth, Birmingham,
B18 5LB
Contact: 0121 554 9122
Soho's spooky cellars are transformed into the Soho Dungeons for
Halloween as we explore terrible tales of 18th century crime and
punishment. Free entry for all those in Halloween fancy dress.
Family Event
FREE
Normal charges to Historic House apply.
The Big Draw
23/10/2012
11.00am - 4.00pm
The Learning Zone, Birmingham Museums, Birmingham Museum
and Art Gallery, Chamberlain Square, Birmingham, B3 3DH
Contact: Sarah Walker on 0121 464 5056
For advance bookings contact the Box Office on 0121 303 1966, visit
the Gas Hall reception desk or book on-line at www.bmag.org.uk
Get creative and join in with our history themed big draw event. Get
hands-on and close-up to lots of different objects from the past and take
home your own drawing.
Family Event
£1.50 per child. Prices are fixed and some activities carry a charge
per head.
Entry to the museum is free although most of the events have a small
charge per child or per person.
Please note that organised groups may not be able to be accommodated
at busy times.
Family Information Service, PO Box 16507, Birmingham, B2 2EX Telephone: 0121 303 3521
Email: familyinformation@birmingham.gov.uk Website: www.birmingham.gov.uk/fis
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18. Boulton goes to Bollywood
24/10/2012
12.00pm - 4.00pm
Soho House Museum, 5 Soho Avenue, Handsworth, Birmingham,
B18 5LB
Contact: 0121 554 9122
To celebrate Black History Month, Soho House goes to Bollywood with
free activities and workshops. Tours of the House explore intriguing links
between the Lunar Society and the anti-slavery campaign in the 18th
century.
Family Event
FREE
Normal charges to Historic House apply.
Family Information Service, PO Box 16507, Birmingham, B2 2EX Telephone: 0121 303 3521
Email: familyinformation@birmingham.gov.uk Website: www.birmingham.gov.uk/fis
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19. Bug Zoo
24/10/2012 - 25/10/2012
11.00am - 4.00pm
The Learning Zone, Birmingham Museums, Birmingham Museum
and Art Gallery, Chamberlain Square, Birmingham, B3 3DH
Contact: Sarah Walker on 0121 464 5056
For advance bookings contact the Box Office on 0121 303 1966, visit
the Gas Hall reception desk or book on-line at www.bmag.org.uk
The exotic mini-beasts from Hatton Bug Zoo are visiting the museum
especially for Halloween. Join the experts to find out more about lots of
creepy creatures - from snakes and lizards, to bugs and toads.
Family Event
£1.50 per person. Prices are fixed and some activities carry a charge
per head.
Entry to the museum is free although most of the events have a small
charge per child or per person.
Please note that organised groups may not be able to be accommodated
at busy times.
If animals are present, every animal may not be available for the whole
day and a lunch break will be taken.
Funky Brooches
24/10/2012
1.00pm - 3.00pm
Museum of the Jewellery Quarter, 75/80 Vyse Street, Hockley,
Birmingham, B18 6HA
Contact: 0121 554 3598
Join design maker Anna Lorenz to create your own colourful brooch or
pendant out of stamped plastic.
5 years+
£2.50 per person
Booking essential.
Family Information Service, PO Box 16507, Birmingham, B2 2EX Telephone: 0121 303 3521
Email: familyinformation@birmingham.gov.uk Website: www.birmingham.gov.uk/fis
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20. How to make a Mummy Show
24/10/2012
Timed shows been 11.00am and 4.00pm
The Art Classroom, Birmingham Museums, Birmingham Museum
and Art Gallery, Chamberlain Square, Birmingham, B3 3DH
Contact: Sarah Walker on 0121 464 5056
Ever wondered about the gruesome secrets behind Egyptian mummies?
We will be finding out exactly how to make a mummy and uncovering
some horrible Egyptian facts and myths in this friendly, fun and fact-filled
show.
Family Event
£1.00 per child. Prices are fixed and some activities carry a charge
per head.
Entry to the museum is free although most of the events have a small
charge per child or per person.
Please note that organised groups may not be able to be accommodated
at busy times.
Midland Mencap Playscheme
24/10/2012
10.00am - 3.30pm
The Enterprise Hub, Bottetourte Road, Weoley Castle, Birmingham
B29 5TE
Contact: Nicci Butler on 0121 256 1500
An enjoyable programme of leisure, play and outings for children and
young people with a learning disability.
8 - 14 years
£6.50 per session and cost for activity
Only available to children and young people who are known and
assessed by Midland Mencap to access the service.
All the activities are suitable for all/most children with disabilities.
If your child or young person has a disability, please call for further
information.
Family Information Service, PO Box 16507, Birmingham, B2 2EX Telephone: 0121 303 3521
Email: familyinformation@birmingham.gov.uk Website: www.birmingham.gov.uk/fis
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21. Midland Mencap Short Breaks
24/10/2012 - 25/10/2012
10.00am - 3.30pm
The Enterprise Hub, Bottetourte Road, Weoley Castle, Birmingham
B29 5TE
Contact: Theo Venables on 0121 256 1500
An enjoyable programme of leisure, play and outings for children and
young people with a learning disability.
8 - 18 years
Cost for activity
Only available to children and young people who are known and
assessed by Midland Mencap to access the service. All the activities are
suitable for all/most children with disabilities.
If your child or young person has a disability, please call for further
information.
Midland Mencap Youth Projects
24/10/2012
11.00am - 3.00pm
Kennedy House, Bottetourte Road, Weoley Castle, Birmingham, B29
5TE
Contact: Ben Turner on 0121 256 1500
An enjoyable programme of leisure, play and outings for children and
young people with a learning disability.
14 - 18 years
£5 per session plus cost of activity
Only available to children and young people who are known and
assessed by Midland Mencap to access the service.
If your child or young person has a disability, please call for further
information.
Family Information Service, PO Box 16507, Birmingham, B2 2EX Telephone: 0121 303 3521
Email: familyinformation@birmingham.gov.uk Website: www.birmingham.gov.uk/fis
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22. Monster Mash
24/10/2012
10.00am - 11.00am
Quinton Library, Ridgeacre Road, Quinton, Birmingham B32 2TW
Contact: Wendy Stroud on 0121 464 7400
Spooky stories and activity fun. Fancy dress welcome.
6 - 10 years
FREE
Ticket needed for session please ask at the library.
There is a range of activities that are suitable for children and young
people with disabilities.
Colourful Kites
25/10/2012
1.00pm - 3.00pm
Hazelwell Park, Ripple Road, Birmingham, B30 2SA
Contact: Jan Tomlinson on 0121 464 8728
Join the Ranger and learn how to make a basic kite decorate it and fly it
in the park.
5 years+
FREE
Limited places.
There is a range of activities that are suitable for children and young
people with disabilities.
Family Information Service, PO Box 16507, Birmingham, B2 2EX Telephone: 0121 303 3521
Email: familyinformation@birmingham.gov.uk Website: www.birmingham.gov.uk/fis
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23. Halloween Crafts
25/10/2012
10.30am - 11.30am
Kings Norton Library, Pershore Road South, Birmingham, B30 3EU
Contact: Chris Lilley on 0121 464 1532
Half Term fun at the library - Halloween Crafts.
5 - 11 years
FREE
Booking essential places are limited.
We have a range of activities that are suitable for children with disabilities.
Make a Mini Diary
25/10/2012
12.00pm - 3.00pm
Blakesley Hall, Blakesley Road, Yardley, Birmingham, B25 8RN
Contact: 0121 464 2193
Create and make your own mini diary to take home.
Family Event
£1 per child
No need to book as activities are drop-in, just turn up. Children must be
accompanied at all times. Normal entry fees apply to the Hall.
Family Information Service, PO Box 16507, Birmingham, B2 2EX Telephone: 0121 303 3521
Email: familyinformation@birmingham.gov.uk Website: www.birmingham.gov.uk/fis
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24. Recycled Riches
25/10/2012
1.00pm - 3.00pm
Museum of the Jewellery Quarter, 75/80 Vyse Street, Hockley,
Birmingham, B18 6HA
Contact: 0121 554 3598
Join artist Jolene Smith to create designer jewellery from recycled
materials.
5 years+
£2.50 per person
Booking essential.
The Smethwick Engine
25/10/2012
12.00pm, 3.00pm
Thinktank - Birmingham Science Museum, Millennium Point, Curzon
Street, Birmingham, B4 7XG
Contact: Thinktank Box Office on 0121 202 2222
Share the wonders of the world's oldest working steam engine as it
pounds with power over 230 years after James Watt first built it.
All Ages Welcome
£8.40 children and concessions, £12.25 adults, £39 for family of 4
Event is free to Thinktank ticket holders, otherwise charges apply.
Family Information Service, PO Box 16507, Birmingham, B2 2EX Telephone: 0121 303 3521
Email: familyinformation@birmingham.gov.uk Website: www.birmingham.gov.uk/fis
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25. Animalmania
26/10/2012
11.00am - 4.00pm
The Learning Zone, Birmingham Museums, Birmingham Museum
and Art Gallery, Chamberlain Square, Birmingham, B3 3DH
Contact: Sarah Walker on 0121 464 5056
For advance bookings contact the Box Office on 0121 303 1966, visit
the Gas Hall reception desk or book on-line at www.bmag.org.uk
Animalmania are coming to visit the museum and they are bringing their
weirdest and most wonderful creatures, from a skunk to snakes, for you
to meet.
Family Event
£1.50 per person. Prices are fixed and some activities carry a
charge per head.
Entry to the museum is free although most of the events have a small
charge per child or per person.
Please note that organised groups may not be able to be accommodated
at busy times.
If animals are present every animal may not be available for the whole
day and a lunch break will be taken.
Family Information Service, PO Box 16507, Birmingham, B2 2EX Telephone: 0121 303 3521
Email: familyinformation@birmingham.gov.uk Website: www.birmingham.gov.uk/fis
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26. Cauldrons, Cats and Cobwebs: Halloween Extravaganza
26/10/2012
6.00pm - 9.00pm
Museum Collections Centre, 25 Dollman Street, Nechells,
Birmingham, B7 4RQ
Contact: 0121 303 1966
Dress up in your scariest costumes and come along to a special evening
of Halloween fun for all the family. Follow a spine tingling path through the
atmospheric stores to see some of the scariest museum objects not
usually on display.
Family Event
£1.00 per person. Prices are fixed and some activities carry a
charge per head.
Down in the Dell - Art in the Park
26/10/2012
11.00am - 1.00pm
Muntz Park, Off Umberslade Road, Selly Oak, Birmingham B29 7TD
Contact: Jan Tomlinson on 0121 464 8728
Join the Ranger to explore the Autumn park and make some land art,
using natural materials and imagination.
3 years+ Family Event
FREE
Bring your lunch. Wellingtons recommended and outdoor clothes.
There is a range of activities that are suitable for children and young
people with disabilities.
Family Information Service, PO Box 16507, Birmingham, B2 2EX Telephone: 0121 303 3521
Email: familyinformation@birmingham.gov.uk Website: www.birmingham.gov.uk/fis
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27. Half Term Family Workshops
26/10/2012
10.30am - 12.00pm (3 - 5years), 2.00pm - 4.00pm (6 years+)
Ikon Gallery, 1 Oozells Square, Brindleyplace, Birmingham, B1 2HS
Contact: Ikon on 0121 248 0708
Join us for creative workshops and explore the current exhibitions and
make original artwork.
Family Event
£2 per person, payable on the day
Places are limited and should be reserved. Refreshments included.
Please note that children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Halloween Crafts: Mask Making
25/10/2012
11.00am - 4.00pm
The Art Classroom, Birmingham Museums, Birmingham Museum
and Art Gallery, Chamberlain Square, Birmingham, B3 3DH
Contact: Sarah Walker on 0121 464 5056
For advance bookings contact the Box Office on 0121 303 1966, visit
the Gas Hall reception desk or book on-line at www.bmag.org.uk
Make your own spooky Halloween mask to wear - maybe you will be
inspired by some of the spooky things in the museum collection?
Family Event
£1.50 per child. Prices are fixed and some activities carry a charge
per head.
Entry to the museum is free although most of the events have a small
charge per child or per person.
Please note that organised groups may not be able to be accommodated
at busy times.
Family Information Service, PO Box 16507, Birmingham, B2 2EX Telephone: 0121 303 3521
Email: familyinformation@birmingham.gov.uk Website: www.birmingham.gov.uk/fis
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28. Jewellery Making
26/10/2012
1.00pm - 3.00pm
Museum of the Jewellery Quarter, 75/80 Vyse Street, Hockley,
Birmingham, B18 6HA
Contact: 0121 554 3598
Join design maker Bonnie Styles to create your own unique piece of
jewellery.
5 years+
£2.50 per person
Booking essential.
Potions and Spells
26/10/2012
11.00am - 4.00pm
The Art Classroom, Birmingham Museums, Birmingham Museum
and Art Gallery, Chamberlain Square, Birmingham, B3 3DH
Contact: Sarah Walker on 0121 464 5056
For advance bookings contact the Box Office on 0121 303 1966, visit
the Gas Hall reception desk or book on-line at www.bmag.org.uk
Artist Anne Brierley will be running a Halloween workshop where you can
concoct your own spooky potion out of our special ingredients.
Family Event
£1.50 per child. Prices are fixed and some activities carry a charge
per head.
Entry to the museum is free although most of the events have a small
charge per child or per person.
Please note that organised groups may not be able to be accommodated
at busy times.
Family Information Service, PO Box 16507, Birmingham, B2 2EX Telephone: 0121 303 3521
Email: familyinformation@birmingham.gov.uk Website: www.birmingham.gov.uk/fis
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29. Meet the Anglo-Saxon Soldier
27/10/2012-28/10/2012
1.00pm - 4.00pm
The Staffordshire Hoard Gallery, Birmingham Museums,
Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, Chamberlain Square,
Birmingham, B3 3DH
Contact: Sarah Walker on 0121 464 5056
For advance bookings contact the Box Office on 0121 303 1966, visit
the Gas Hall reception desk or book on-line at www.bmag.org.uk
Meet our Anglo-Saxon soldier and find out more about life during the time
of the Staffordshire Hoard.
Family Event
FREE
Entry to the museum is free although most of the events have a small
charge per child or per person.
Please note that organised groups may not be able to be accommodated
at busy times.
Family Information Service, PO Box 16507, Birmingham, B2 2EX Telephone: 0121 303 3521
Email: familyinformation@birmingham.gov.uk Website: www.birmingham.gov.uk/fis
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30. October Half Term Entertainment from The Wandering
Vagabond
27/10/2012
12.00pm and 2.00pm, 1.30pm and 4.00pm
Centre for the Child, Central Library, Chamberlain Square,
Birmingham, B3 3HQ
Contact: Jacqui Adams on 0121 303 2421
Email: centre.for.the.child@birmingham.gov.uk or visit
www.birmingham.gov.uk/centreforthechild
The Wandering Vagabond will be there to entertain you. Where has he
been? What has he seen? Come and find out if you dare? Tales and
adventures to delight all the family.
Family Event
FREE
Drop-in activity.
There is a range of activities that are suitable for children and young
people with disabilities.
Family Information Service, PO Box 16507, Birmingham, B2 2EX Telephone: 0121 303 3521
Email: familyinformation@birmingham.gov.uk Website: www.birmingham.gov.uk/fis
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31. National Trust Walking Festival: Art and Walking
28/10/2012
11.00am - 3.00pm
Ikon Gallery, 1 Oozells Square, Brindleyplace, Birmingham, B1 2HS
Contact: Barber on 0121414 2261to book a place
Email: education@barber.org.uk
Celebrate the art of walking as part of the National Trust Walking Festival
and enjoy a day of talks, walks and feasting. Following a tour at the
Barber, take an autumnal stroll along a scenic stretch of the Birmingham
canal to Brindleyplace, arriving at Ikon in time for Sunay lunch. You can
later tour other exhibitions of work by designers and artists.
Family Event
£20 per person, includes lunch, (£5 without lunch)
Booking essential, meet in Barber Institute foyer. Organised in
collaboration with the National Trust, Canal & River Trust and The Barber
Institute of Fine Arts.
Two start times available: 10.30am or 11.30am
Samuel Pepys - Fire and Plague
28/10/2012
12.00pm - 4.00pm
Blakesley Hall Museum, Blakesley Road, Yardley, Birmingham, B25
8RN
Contact: 0121 464 2193
Samuel Pepys pays a visit to Blakesley Hall and reads from his diary,
recounting scary stories of Fire and Plague!
Family Event
FREE
Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Normal entry fees
apply to the Hall.
Family Information Service, PO Box 16507, Birmingham, B2 2EX Telephone: 0121 303 3521
Email: familyinformation@birmingham.gov.uk Website: www.birmingham.gov.uk/fis
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32. Libraries
Below is a list of Libraries in Birmingham where you can go along with your
child/ren to choose their favourite books. Why not give your local library a
call or visit the website www.birmingham.gov.uk/libraries for further details
including any events and activities.
Library Telephone Library Telephone
Acocks Green Library 0121 464 1738 Kingstanding Library 0121 464 5193
Aston Library 0121 464 1184 Mere Green Library 0121 464 4592
Balsall Heath Library 0121 464 1962 Northfield Library 0121 464 1007
Bartley Green Library 0121 464 4473 Perry Common Library 0121 464 0481
Birchfield Library 0121 464 4202 Quinton Library 0121 464 7400
Bloomsbury library 0121 464 3466 Selly Oak Library 0121 464 0403
Boldmere Library 0121 464 1048 Shard End Library 0121 464 6779
Castle Vale Library 0121 464 7335 Sheldon Library 0121 464 3512
Centre For The Child 0121 303 2421 Small Heath Library 0121 464 6155
Druids Heath Library 0121 303 7171 South Yardley Library 0121 464 1944
Erdington Library 0121 464 0798 Sparkhill Library 0121 303 0732
Frankley Library 0121 464 7676 Spring Hill Library 0121 464 7422
Glebe Farm Library 0121 464 4210 Stirchley Library 0121 464 1534
Kents Moat Library 0121 464 5755 Tower Hill Library 0121 464 1948
Hall Green Library 0121 464 6633 Walmley Library 0121 464 1842
Handsworth Library 0121 464 1185 Ward End Library 0121 464 0366
Harborne Library 0121 464 1596 Weoley Castle Library 0121 464 1664
Kings Heath Library 0121 464 1515 West Heath Library 0121 464 7548
Kings Norton Library 0121 464 1532 Wydle Green Library 0121 386 5492
Yardley Wood Library 0121 464 2110
Stories from the Web (ww.storiesfromtheweb.org/) is a
FREE website used by children and young people from 0
to 16 years where you can find out about books, authors,
illustrators and publishers. You can read extracts of
books online and then get involved with the activities on
the site. Drop into your local library for a user name and
password.
Family Information Service, PO Box 16507, Birmingham, B2 2EX Telephone: 0121 303 3521
Email: familyinformation@birmingham.gov.uk Website: www.birmingham.gov.uk/fis
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33. Don't forget :
All Birmingham children can swim for free at
the council's swimming pools with a Passport to
Leisure Card. For further details call your local
leisure centre or visit the website
www.birmingham.gov.uk/sport
Kids West Midlands work with disabled children,
young people and their families, and can provide
home visits and information on short breaks,
assessing suitable settings that meet the child's/young
persons needs. Kids also support settings and
playschemes to work towards inclusion. For further
details call 0121 675 1085 or visit the website
www.kids.org.uk
Stuck for places to go? Why not visit Birmingham Museums
Aston Hall - 0121 675 4722
Blakesley Hall and Weoley Castle - 0121 464 2193
Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery - 0121 303 2834
Museum of the Jewellery Quarter - 0121 554 3598
Sarehole Mill - 0121 777 6612
Soho House - 0121 554 9122
Weoley Castle - 0121 464 2193
Useful websites for holiday activities
www.bbc.co.uk - Search for ideas of places to go
www.familydaysout.co.uk - Search for ideas for free days out
www.Filter.me.uk - Range of projects for arts, sports and heritage
www.netmums.com - Search for range of activities and ideas of places to go
www.visitbritain.com - Search for ideas for places to visit
Family Information Service, PO Box 16507, Birmingham, B2 2EX Telephone: 0121 303 3521
Email: familyinformation@birmingham.gov.uk Website: www.birmingham.gov.uk/fis
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34. Notes
Family Information Service, PO Box 16507, Birmingham, B2 2EX Telephone: 0121 303 3521
Email: familyinformation@birmingham.gov.uk Website: www.birmingham.gov.uk/fis
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35. Notes
Family Information Service, PO Box 16507, Birmingham, B2 2EX Telephone: 0121 303 3521
Email: familyinformation@birmingham.gov.uk Website: www.birmingham.gov.uk/fis
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36. If you would like this document in a larger print please
call 0121 303 3521
If you have any comments or suggestions about 'Fun In Brum', or
you run activities during the school holiday and would like to be
listed in future editions, please email us on
familyinformation@birmingham.gov.uk
Family Information Service, PO Box 16507, Birmingham, B2 2EX Telephone: 0121 303 3521
Email: familyinformation@birmingham.gov.uk Website: www.birmingham.gov.uk/fis
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