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		1	2 Hove Museum – Picture and Story Time Hove Museum – Picture and Story Time 2nd Feb 2012 10:00 am – 2nd Feb 2012 12:00 pm Explore the galleries at Hove Museum, make a picture and listen to a story. FREE, for children aged 2 – 5 years, just drop-in! ————————————————————————- Drop in sessions every Monday and Thursday from…	3 India – Early Years Workshops for 2-5 Year Olds India - Early Years Workshops for 2-5 Year Olds 3rd Feb 2012 10:30 am – 3rd Feb 2012 12:00 pm Early Years sessions include art activities, a museum expedition, a story and handling some museum objects. Age – 2-5 year olds only. All children must be accompanied by…	4 PRIMPOT’S – Pottery in the Park Workshop PRIMPOT’S - Pottery in the Park Workshop 4th Feb 2012 10:30 am – 4th Feb 2012 12:30 pm PRIMPOT’S – Pottery in the Park Workshops are weekend, half-day events suitable for children and adults involving an educational element. (Please contact Steve Quinn for Primpot’s latest Diary of Events… Craft Session at Hove Library Craft Session at Hove Library 4th Feb 2012 10:30 am – 4th Feb 2012 12:30 pm Make a book cover for your favourite book, part of National Libraries Day 2012. A free event and no booking required. Suitable for under 12’s. Please call 01273 296937 for more information, or… Bird Boxes for Spring – Lewes Bird Boxes for Spring - Lewes 4th Feb 2012 11:00 am – 4th Feb 2012 1:00 pm Come and make a bird box for our feathered friends and some edible treats for them too. Suitable for 6-11 year olds. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Some all-weather… Cookery Doodle Doo – Garden Cupcakes (with tasty bugs!) Cookery Doodle Doo - Garden Cupcakes (with tasty bugs!) 4th Feb 2012 11:00 am – 4th Feb 2012 12:00 pm In our first exciting session at The Happy Cell in Hove we’ll be making delicious Garden Cupcakes complete with creepy-crawlies! Garden cupcakes are packed with vegetables, but taste like squidgy chocolate – amazing!… Tiggle’s Chocolate Telescope Tiggle’s Chocolate Telescope 4th Feb 2012 11:00 am – 4th Feb 2012 12:00 pm Story-time at Waterstone’s bookshop in Brighton, usually followed by arts and crafts activities, and occasionally authors are there for book signings. Every Saturday in February, this is a FREE event. Anyone under… Woodkids – Feed the birds Woodkids – Feed the birds 4th Feb 2012 2:00 pm – 4th Feb 2012 3:00 pm It’s the hungry season for our feathered friends, so help the birds in the wood by putting out a range of delicious treats. Learn which birds like what food, and… The Sound of the Jungle – Red Jelly The Sound of the Jungle - Red Jelly 4th Feb 2012 3:30 pm – 4th Feb 2012 4:25 pm Brought to you by Red Jelly creative play: Join our jungle chorus and help us make some fantastic jungle noises! We’ll be decorating jungle drums, making lion faces, painting a…	5 Red Riding Hood – Brighton Dome Red Riding Hood - Brighton Dome A young girl, a hungry wolf, and a walk through the woods ? it sounds like a recipe for disaster. But Red Riding Hood’s not scared… Well maybe she is,just… Seedy Sunday 2012 Seedy Sunday 2012 5th Feb 2012 10:00 am – 5th Feb 2012 4:30 pm Brighton’s largest and longest established seed swap event is back for its 11th year and is expected to be even bigger than previous years. Seedy Sunday 2012 will be held on… The Sundae Club at Komedia Brighton The Sundae Club at Komedia Brighton 5th Feb 2012 11:00 am – 5th Feb 2012 4:00 pm A brand new playful monthly event for children and their families takes over all floors! The Sundae Club is a new event in association with the Brighton & Hove Children’s… Woodkids – Fire! Wilderness Wood Woodkids – Fire! Wilderness Wood 5th Feb 2012 2:00 pm – 5th Feb 2012 3:00 pm Learn how to make a fire using natural materials (without the need for matches!) and toast delicious marshmallows. Child (4+ yrs – unders 7s must be accompanied) £6.00, adult £4.40 (prices… Saltdean Community Café & FREE Kids Play afternoon Saltdean Community Café & FREE Kids Play afternoon 5th Feb 2012 2:00 pm – 5th Feb 2012 5:00 pm This is a volunteer-run café within the beautiful Art Deco Saltdean Lido. The café is open on Sundays only, 2-5pm. I’m told that they serve lovely soup, delicious cakes, with… Free Interactive Puppet Show at Brighton Museum Free Interactive Puppet Show at Brighton Museum 5th Feb 2012 3:45 pm – 5th Feb 2012 4:30 pm As part of Brighton Dome’s theatrical puppetry season, Brighton Museum are offering the opportunity to have a go at making a shadow puppet. Places are limited, so if you’re not…
6 Hove Museum – Picture and Story Time Hove Museum – Picture and Story Time 6th Feb 2012 10:00 am – 6th Feb 2012 12:00 pm Explore the galleries at Hove Museum, make a picture and listen to a story. FREE, for children aged 2 – 5 years, just drop-in! ————————————————————————- Drop in sessions every Monday and Thursday from…	7	8	9 Hove Museum – Picture and Story Time Hove Museum – Picture and Story Time 9th Feb 2012 10:00 am – 9th Feb 2012 12:00 pm Explore the galleries at Hove Museum, make a picture and listen to a story. FREE, for children aged 2 – 5 years, just drop-in! ————————————————————————- Drop in sessions every Monday and Thursday from…	10	11 Brighton Science Festival 2012 Brighton Science Festival 2012 The Brighton Science Festival 2012, February 11th – 26th 2012 is a festival for grown ups and children of all ages, with numerous family friendly activities such as the hugely popular… Robot Animation Workshop at Hove Museum Robot Animation Workshop at Hove Museum In groups, create your own robotic characters and backdrops. Bring them to life using our animation software and premiere your films in front of the group! This is a FREE event!… BuildBrighton Electronics Workshop – Soldering is Easy! BuildBrighton Electronics Workshop – Soldering is Easy! These events are suitable for children aged 12+, and are part of the Brighton Science Festival 2012 Soldering is Easy and Arduino Coding For this year’s Science Festival, BuildBrighton – Brighton’s Hackspace… Fishers Farm – Tatty Teddy Fun Days Fishers Farm - Tatty Teddy Fun Days Fishers are proud to be joining paws again for 2012 with Tatty Teddy! Enjoy treasure hunts, photo-shoots and a life-size Tatty Teddy at the park for the ‘Tatty Teddy Fun… Valentine’s Day card making Valentine’s Day card making Use our craft materials to make a Valentine’s day card for the one you love! February half term activities for children at Hollingbury Library. This event is on Saturday 11 February,… Magic Show with Marvin’s School of Magic at The Book Nook Magic Show with Marvin’s School of Magic at The Book Nook Discover ‘The Peppers and the International Magic Guys’, at this magic show, at The Book Nook! Starts – 11am Ages 6+. Must Book. Cost £6 per family (includes magic show, copy of the… BRIGHT SPARKS – Family Fun Weekend, Brighton Science Festival BRIGHT SPARKS - Family Fun Weekend, Brighton Science Festival 11th Feb 2012 10:00 am – 11th Feb 2012 5:00 pm Family Fun Days Looking for something different to do this half term? Why not come along to Brighton Science Festival’s Family Fun Days at Hove Park School. Most young kids are curious… Education China – Chinese paper handcrafts Education China - Chinese paper handcrafts 11th Feb 2012 10:00 am – 11th Feb 2012 11:00 am Monthly Chinese themed activities for children in Hove Library run by a group of friendly and experienced Chinese teachers. Our staff all come from an educational background and have worked… Fantastic Fruit and Victorious Vegetables! – Hangleton Library Fantastic Fruit and Victorious Vegetables! - Hangleton Library 11th Feb 2012 10:00 am – 11th Feb 2012 11:30 am Make fabulous craft creations! Design and create your very own fruit and vegetable art pictures to take home, Badge Making. Join our fruit and vegetable hunt and enter a prize draw! Suitable… Bird Boxes for Spring – Woods Mill, Henfield Bird Boxes for Spring - Woods Mill, Henfield 11th Feb 2012 11:00 am – 11th Feb 2012 1:00 pm Come and make a bird box for our feathered friends and some edible treats for them too. Suitable for 6-11 year olds. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Sorry no… Valentines Day Cooking Special! Valentines Day Cooking Special! 11th Feb 2012 11:00 am – 11th Feb 2012 12:00 pm Grab the kids and head down to The Happy Cell in Hove for some truly lovely Valentine’s Day treats! For this special class we’ll be making Meringue Melting Hearts served on… Tiggle’s Chocolate Telescope Tiggle’s Chocolate Telescope 11th Feb 2012 11:00 am – 11th Feb 2012 12:00 pm Story-time at Waterstones bookshop in Brighton, usually followed by arts and crafts activities, and occasionally authors are there for book signings. Every Saturday in February, this is a FREE event. Anyone under… Woodkids – Camp Building Woodkids – Camp Building 11th Feb 2012 2:00 pm – 11th Feb 2012 3:00 pm Venture into the woods to build a spectacular camp with whatever materials you can find. Let your imagination run wild, but remember you’ll need to protect yourself from the elements! Children… Spooky Storytelling at Preston Manor Spooky Storytelling at Preston Manor 11th Feb 2012 7:00 pm – 11th Feb 2012 8:00 pm Do you dare to join our engaging storyteller for a series of freaky fables and terrifying tales at the spooktacular Preston Manor? Suitable for adults, and children aged 6+. All children…	12 Brighton Science Festival 2012 Brighton Science Festival 2012 The Brighton Science Festival 2012, February 11th – 26th 2012 is a festival for grown ups and children of all ages, with numerous family friendly activities such as the hugely popular… Fishers Farm – Tatty Teddy Fun Days Fishers Farm - Tatty Teddy Fun Days Fishers are proud to be joining paws again for 2012 with Tatty Teddy! Enjoy treasure hunts, photo-shoots and a life-size Tatty Teddy at the park for the ‘Tatty Teddy Fun… WHITE HEAT – Brighton Science Festival Family Fun Weekend WHITE HEAT - Brighton Science Festival Family Fun Weekend 12th Feb 2012 10:00 am – 12th Feb 2012 5:00 pm Family Fun Days Looking for something different to do this half term? Why not come along to Brighton Science Festival’s Family Fun Days at Hove Park School. Most young kids are curious… Colour the World – Creative Workshop Colour the World - Creative Workshop 12th Feb 2012 10:30 am – 12th Feb 2012 12:30 pm Valentine’s Origami heart craft and yoga adventure. Learn to make a Valentine Origami heart and join some interactive story-style yoga adventures. There is a big emphasis on children having fun… Creepy-Crawlies at Drusillas Creepy-Crawlies at Drusillas 12th Feb 2012 11:00 am – 12th Feb 2012 4:00 pm Creep down to Drusillas Park and meet some amazing mini monsters. The Discovery Centre, open between 11am and 4pm, will be swarming with weird insects, slimy molluscs and scary spiders… Saltdean Community Café & FREE Kids Play afternoon Saltdean Community Café & FREE Kids Play afternoon 12th Feb 2012 2:00 pm – 12th Feb 2012 5:00 pm This is a volunteer-run café within the beautiful Art Deco Saltdean Lido. The café is open on Sundays only, 2-5pm. I’m told that they serve lovely soup, delicious cakes, with… Smoke and Mirrors Presents…How to be Magic! Brighton Science Festival Smoke and Mirrors Presents…How to be Magic! Brighton Science Festival 12th Feb 2012 5:30 pm – 12th Feb 2012 7:00 pm Explore the science of magic and the magic of science. Learn tricks from top magicians and see if you can bamboozle our boffins. A science magic show that promises to…
13 Brighton Science Festival 2012 Brighton Science Festival 2012 The Brighton Science Festival 2012, February 11th – 26th 2012 is a festival for grown ups and children of all ages, with numerous family friendly activities such as the hugely popular… Multisports and Fun Club – Portslade Sports Centre Multisports and Fun Club - Portslade Sports Centre This half term holiday club is on from 13th-17th February. There is a Fun club for 4-8 year olds at 10am-12pm each day, and a Multisports club for 8-12 year… Crafty Week at Rottingdean Library Crafty Week at Rottingdean Library A variety of crafts available for children aged 6+ during half- term week. Activities held throughout the day on Monday 13, Thursday 16 and Saturday 18 February. Just drop in –… B Starz Academy Half Term Boot Camp B Starz Academy Half Term Boot Camp After the huge success of last year’s camps, the B Starz Academy returns this half term with a smash hit all singing, all dancing Boot Camp. The Bstarz team of professional… Fireman Sam: Pontypandy Rocks! Theatre Royal Brighton Fireman Sam: Pontypandy Rocks! Theatre Royal Brighton The Hero next door is back due to popular demand with his live stage show Pontypandy Rocks, at Theatre Royal Brighton! Join Fireman Sam, and all his friends, as Pontypandy… February half term Theatre Workshop – Winter wonderland February half term Theatre Workshop – Winter wonderland ACT! DANCE! SING! February Half Term drama workshop for children aged 4-13 years. The theme will be ’Winter Wonderland’- which includes extracts from ‘Narnia’, modern ‘pop’ songs, as well as classic… February Half Term Holiday Club – Class of Their Own February Half Term Holiday Club - Class of Their Own Class Of Their Own provide high quality, affordable and secure Holiday Club play provision for children aged 4 – 11 years. Since 2001 we have been providing the children of… Valentine’s Day card making Valentine’s Day card making Use our craft materials to make a Valentine’s day card for the one you love! February half term activities for children at Hollingbury Library. Saturday 11 February, 10-1pm and 2-3.45pm, and… Artroom Brighton February half term workshops Artroom Brighton February half term workshops Artroom Brighton is running a series of one day art workshops for children during the February half term. Artroom Brighton is a cutting edge art school for children and young people… Multi-sports sessions at King Alfred Multi-sports sessions at King Alfred These half term holiday sessions are running from 13th-17th February. Albion in the Community are providing high quality multi-sports sessions every day, at the King Alfred Leisure Centre in Hove.… February Half Term ‘Queen’ workshop February Half Term 'Queen' workshop 13th Feb 2012 9:00 am – 13th Feb 2012 4:00 pm JK Theatre Arts will be running a one day Queen workshop on Monday 13th February (Half Term) at the Park Centre, Burgess Hill. There will be two workshops taking place,… Woodkids – Fairy Gardens Woodkids – Fairy Gardens 13th Feb 2012 10:30 am – 13th Feb 2012 11:30 am Do you believe in fairies? Find the enchanted fairy glade and listen to a story about woodland elves. Make a secret garden for the elves and fairies to enjoy and… Drop in activities in the Zany Zone – Observatory Science Centre Drop in activities in the Zany Zone - Observatory Science Centre 13th Feb 2012 11:00 am – 13th Feb 2012 4:00 pm In the February half term holidays, come and make helicopters, jumping beans, star wheels and much more. The activities also include simple science experiments, colouring and intriguing puzzles. Cost: Normal admission price http://www.the-observatory.org/admission-prices plus… Story telling at Coldean Library Story telling at Coldean Library 13th Feb 2012 3:30 pm – 13th Feb 2012 4:00 pm Pre-school story telling session with Michael Olden Please call 01273 296902 for more information, or visit http://www.brighton-hove-rpml.org.uk/Libraries/sites/Coldean/Pages/home.aspx	14 Brighton Science Festival 2012 Brighton Science Festival 2012 The Brighton Science Festival 2012, February 11th – 26th 2012 is a festival for grown ups and children of all ages, with numerous family friendly activities such as the hugely popular… Multisports and Fun Club – Portslade Sports Centre Multisports and Fun Club - Portslade Sports Centre This half term holiday club is on from 13th-17th February. There is a Fun club for 4-8 year olds at 10am-12pm each day, and a Multisports club for 8-12 year… B Starz Academy Half Term Boot Camp B Starz Academy Half Term Boot Camp After the huge success of last year’s camps, the B Starz Academy returns this half term with a smash hit all singing, all dancing Boot Camp. The Bstarz team of professional… February half term Theatre Workshop – Winter wonderland February half term Theatre Workshop – Winter wonderland ACT! DANCE! SING! February Half Term drama workshop for children aged 4-13 years. The theme will be ’Winter Wonderland’- which includes extracts from ‘Narnia’, modern ‘pop’ songs, as well as classic… February Half Term Holiday Club – Class of Their Own February Half Term Holiday Club - Class of Their Own Class Of Their Own provide high quality, affordable and secure Holiday Club play provision for children aged 4 – 11 years. Since 2001 we have been providing the children of… Artroom Brighton February half term workshops Artroom Brighton February half term workshops Artroom Brighton is running a series of one day art workshops for children during the February half term. Artroom Brighton is a cutting edge art school for children and young people… Multi-sports sessions at King Alfred Multi-sports sessions at King Alfred These half term holiday sessions are running from 13th-17th February. Albion in the Community are providing high quality multi-sports sessions every day, at the King Alfred Leisure Centre in Hove.… Mad Science Shows at Churchill Square Mad Science Shows at Churchill Square Churchill Square To Host Mad Science Shows for Free Half Term Fun! The Olympic Games come early to Brighton during half term as a team of Mad Scientists takes over the… Robot Challenge! Robot Challenge! February half term activities at Hove Museum! In small groups, build and decorate light-seeking robots. Pit them against each other in a race around a giant maze. There can be… ‘Valentine Work Out!’ half day workshops – Observatory Science Centre 'Valentine Work Out!' half day workshops - Observatory Science Centre In this Olympic year you will be learning all about the heart and how athletes keep going! You will also get your own heart pumping, check out your pulse and… Print, Stitch, Make Print, Stitch, Make 14th Feb 2012 9:00 am – 14th Feb 2012 3:00 pm Valentines Day sewing machine workshop, for children aged 8-13 years. Please telephone 07920 482310 for more details and/or to book. Valentine themed making workshop Valentine themed making workshop 14th Feb 2012 9:30 am – 14th Feb 2012 11:00 am This half term workshop is suitable for both boys and girls! Children can make Valentine cards and gifts to take home. Suitable for ages 18 months- 10 years, cost is… Puppy Love at Raystede Animal Welfare Centre Puppy Love at Raystede Animal Welfare Centre 14th Feb 2012 10:00 am – 14th Feb 2012 2:00 pm Do you love dogs? Enjoy a fun packed day out meeting some canine lonely hearts, at the Raystede Centre for Animal Welfare. These events are open to all the family and… Pocket Science Funfair – Brighton Science Festival Pocket Science Funfair - Brighton Science Festival 14th Feb 2012 11:00 am – 14th Feb 2012 4:00 pm The Pocket Science Festival can unfold itself into any space. Here, at the Latest Music Bar, it will keep you happy for as long as it takes with open ended… Valentines Day Cooking Special! Valentines Day Cooking Special! 14th Feb 2012 11:00 am – 14th Feb 2012 12:30 pm It is half-term so grab the kids and head down to The Happy Cell in Hove for some truly lovely Valentine’s Day treats! For this special extended class we’ll be making… Environmental Games & Craft Activities at Whitehawk Library Environmental Games & Craft Activities at Whitehawk Library 14th Feb 2012 11:00 am – 14th Feb 2012 12:30 pm February half term environmental games & craft activities for children. For more information please visit http://www.brighton-hove-rpml.org.uk/Libraries/sites/Whitehawk/Pages/home.aspx or call 01273 296924. Active for Life – Multi Sports Active for Life - Multi Sports 14th Feb 2012 11:00 am – 14th Feb 2012 1:00 pm Join the Active for Life Team this February Half Term to take part in a number of FREE activities around the City! This multi sports session includes pool, table tennis, uni… Playbus Playbus 14th Feb 2012 11:00 am – 14th Feb 2012 3:00 pm The Brighton & Hove Playbus will be at The Level today, 11am-3pm. Suitable for children aged 4-11 years, all activities are FREE! The bus provides open access play opportunities, inviting… Woodkids – Woodland Monsters Woodkids – Woodland Monsters 14th Feb 2012 1:30 pm – 14th Feb 2012 2:30 pm Venture into the deep dark woods in search of a monster! Listen to his story, camouflage yourself then follow the clues to his hiding place. Child (3+ yrs) £6.00, adult £4.40… Art and Craft Activities at Patcham Library Art and Craft Activities at Patcham Library 14th Feb 2012 2:30 pm – 14th Feb 2012 4:00 pm February half term: Come along and have some fun, just drop in to Patcham Library. Art and Crafts activities, making masks and more! For more information please call 01273 296912, or visit …	15 Brighton Science Festival 2012 Brighton Science Festival 2012 The Brighton Science Festival 2012, February 11th – 26th 2012 is a festival for grown ups and children of all ages, with numerous family friendly activities such as the hugely popular… Multisports and Fun Club – Portslade Sports Centre Multisports and Fun Club - Portslade Sports Centre This half term holiday club is on from 13th-17th February. There is a Fun club for 4-8 year olds at 10am-12pm each day, and a Multisports club for 8-12 year… B Starz Academy Half Term Boot Camp B Starz Academy Half Term Boot Camp After the huge success of last year’s camps, the B Starz Academy returns this half term with a smash hit all singing, all dancing Boot Camp. The Bstarz team of professional… February half term Theatre Workshop – Winter wonderland February half term Theatre Workshop – Winter wonderland ACT! DANCE! SING! February Half Term drama workshop for children aged 4-13 years. The theme will be ’Winter Wonderland’- which includes extracts from ‘Narnia’, modern ‘pop’ songs, as well as classic… February Half Term Holiday Club – Class of Their Own February Half Term Holiday Club - Class of Their Own Class Of Their Own provide high quality, affordable and secure Holiday Club play provision for children aged 4 – 11 years. Since 2001 we have been providing the children of… Artroom Brighton February half term workshops Artroom Brighton February half term workshops Artroom Brighton is running a series of one day art workshops for children during the February half term. Artroom Brighton is a cutting edge art school for children and young people… Multi-sports sessions at King Alfred Multi-sports sessions at King Alfred These half term holiday sessions are running from 13th-17th February. Albion in the Community are providing high quality multi-sports sessions every day, at the King Alfred Leisure Centre in Hove.… Mad Science Shows at Churchill Square Mad Science Shows at Churchill Square Churchill Square To Host Mad Science Shows for Free Half Term Fun! The Olympic Games come early to Brighton during half term as a team of Mad Scientists takes over the… Dinosaur Disaster at Booth Museum Dinosaur Disaster at Booth Museum February half term activities at Booth Museum! In association with the Brighton Science Festival, find out more about the world of dinosaurs at this child-friendly talk. Did a catastrophic event overcome… ‘Arty Stars and Planets’ half day workshops 'Arty Stars and Planets' half day workshops Be crafty and creative decorating your own stars and planets to take home. Workshop materials include water-based paint, glue and glitter. Half term activities at the Observatory Science Centre. Please wear suitable… Fat Controller at Drusillas Fat Controller at Drusillas The Fat Controller will be causing a locomotion, when he alights at the park to take control of the efficient running of the railway. Make tracks to Tidmouth Hault and… Drum Unity workshop Drum Unity workshop Holiday club for kids with drum circle, samba band and drum kit tuition. Workshop times: 10am-12.30pm (for 5-9 year olds) and 2-4pm (for 10-14 year olds). Cost is £20 per… Junior Book Club for ages 6-9 at Book Nook Junior Book Club for ages 6-9 at Book Nook At last a juniors book club! If you are aged between 6-9 years old now you have the opportunity to discover new books, talk about your favourite stories and get… “Pet at Home” Kids’ holiday Pet club "Pet at Home" Kids' holiday Pet club WILD BIRD FUN AT PETS AT HOME KIDS’ HOLIDAY PET CLUB – BRIGHTON Pets at Home stores in Brighton are holding free workshops for children throughout the half term holidays designed… Active for Life – Soup & Stomp plus Tree Planting Active for Life - Soup & Stomp plus Tree Planting 15th Feb 2012 11:00 am – 15th Feb 2012 3:00 pm Join the Active for Life Team this February Half Term to take part in a number of FREE activities around the City! In “Soup and Stomp” everyone can get involved in… Fun and Climb at Yellowave Beachsports Fun and Climb at Yellowave Beachsports 15th Feb 2012 1:00 pm – 15th Feb 2012 2:00 pm Half Term Fun and Climb at Yellowave Beachsports Suitable for children aged 6-9 yrs Cost £5.50 (includes a drink) For more information please call 01273 672222, or visit http://www.yellowave.co.uk/content/kids Beach Volleyball at Yellowave Beachsports Beach Volleyball at Yellowave Beachsports 15th Feb 2012 2:00 pm – 15th Feb 2012 3:00 pm Half-term Beach Volleyball at Yellowave Beachsports For children aged 10-14 yrs. Cost £5.50 (includes a drink) For more information please call 01273 672222, or visit http://www.yellowave.co.uk/content/kids In The Beginning – In The End. Brighton Science Festival In The Beginning - In The End. Brighton Science Festival 15th Feb 2012 2:30 pm – 15th Feb 2012 4:30 pm Story-telling in the Jubilee Library, featuring creation myths (lots of them) and destruction myths (not so many – you can make up your own) Some of the most colourful tales in… Bookmark Crafts at Portslade Library Bookmark Crafts at Portslade Library 15th Feb 2012 2:30 pm – 15th Feb 2012 4:00 pm Make your own unique bookmark, at Portslade Library. 50p per bookmark Book your place to avoid disappointment, phone Portslade library on 01273 296914 or see a member of staff to book. Or…	16 Brighton Science Festival 2012 Brighton Science Festival 2012 The Brighton Science Festival 2012, February 11th – 26th 2012 is a festival for grown ups and children of all ages, with numerous family friendly activities such as the hugely popular… Multisports and Fun Club – Portslade Sports Centre Multisports and Fun Club - Portslade Sports Centre This half term holiday club is on from 13th-17th February. There is a Fun club for 4-8 year olds at 10am-12pm each day, and a Multisports club for 8-12 year… February Half Term Holiday Club – Class of Their Own February Half Term Holiday Club - Class of Their Own Class Of Their Own provide high quality, affordable and secure Holiday Club play provision for children aged 4 – 11 years. Since 2001 we have been providing the children of… Artroom Brighton February half term workshops Artroom Brighton February half term workshops Artroom Brighton is running a series of one day art workshops for children during the February half term. Artroom Brighton is a cutting edge art school for children and young people… Multi-sports sessions at King Alfred Multi-sports sessions at King Alfred These half term holiday sessions are running from 13th-17th February. Albion in the Community are providing high quality multi-sports sessions every day, at the King Alfred Leisure Centre in Hove.… Mad Science Shows at Churchill Square Mad Science Shows at Churchill Square Churchill Square To Host Mad Science Shows for Free Half Term Fun! The Olympic Games come early to Brighton during half term as a team of Mad Scientists takes over the… “Pet at Home” Kids’ holiday Pet club "Pet at Home" Kids' holiday Pet club WILD BIRD FUN AT PETS AT HOME KIDS’ HOLIDAY PET CLUB – BRIGHTON Pets at Home stores in Brighton are holding free workshops for children throughout the half term holidays designed… Studio Day: Art of the Arctic Studio Day: Art of the Arctic A workshop for families to explore objects from our Arctic collection. This event is run by young people from the Museum Collective (see Young People section for details) http://www.brighton-hove-rpml.org.uk/discoveryandlearning/youngpeople/Pages/home.aspx A World… Studio Days: Create your own Robot Studio Days: Create your own Robot Create a robot from card and other craft materials, taking inspiration from the variety of shapes and colours of robots on display in the Robot Invasion exhibition. Times: 10.30am-12.30pm, 1.30-3.30pm… Crafty Week at Rottingdean Library Crafty Week at Rottingdean Library A variety of crafts available for children aged 6+ during half- term week. Activities held throughout the day on Monday 13, Thursday 16 and Saturday 18 February. Just drop in –… ‘Curious about Chemistry?’ half day workshops 'Curious about Chemistry?' half day workshops Come and have a go at some exciting chemistry experiments, at the Observatory Science Centre. Time: 10.30am – 1pm for 6-9 years and 2pm – 4.30pm for 9+ years Cost: £9.50 per child – this is… Puppy Love at Raystede Animal Welfare Centre Puppy Love at Raystede Animal Welfare Centre 16th Feb 2012 10:00 am – 16th Feb 2012 2:00 pm Love is in the air! Come and give some Valentine’s love to our furry kennel chums. Animal crazy 8-12 year olds are invited to learn about their favourite pets. They will… Family Stay & Make Event at Whitehawk Library Family Stay & Make Event at Whitehawk Library 16th Feb 2012 10:00 am – 16th Feb 2012 11:30 am During the February half term, “Family Stay & Make” event run by the Whitehawk Inn. Stargazing theme, make creatures from outer space & planets. Suitable for 3 yrs plus. http://www.brighton-hove-rpml.org.uk/Libraries/sites/Whitehawk/Pages/home.aspx or call 01273… Woodkids – Fire! Wilderness Wood Woodkids – Fire! Wilderness Wood 16th Feb 2012 10:30 am – 16th Feb 2012 12:30 pm Learn new fire skills out in the wood using a bow drill, cramp balls and firesteels, and brew hot drinks in a Kelly Kettle . Child (8+ yrs) £8.00; Adult £8.00;… Active for Life – Soup and Stomp Active for Life - Soup and Stomp 16th Feb 2012 11:00 am – 16th Feb 2012 3:00 pm Join the Active for Life Team this February Half Term to take part in a number of FREE activities around the City! Everyone can get involved in preparing vegetables for the… Active for Life – Street Games Active for Life - Street Games 16th Feb 2012 12:45 pm – 16th Feb 2012 4:00 pm Join the Active for Life Team this February Half Term to take part in a number of FREE activities around the City! Bring some mates along for a FREE afternoon to… Woodkids – We’re going on a bear hunt at Wilderness Wood Woodkids – We’re going on a bear hunt at Wilderness Wood 16th Feb 2012 2:00 pm – 16th Feb 2012 3:00 pm Recreate this great story in the woods. We’re not scared! February half term activities for children at Wilderness Wood. Child (3-6 yrs) £6.00 Accompanying adult (compulsory) £4.40 (prices include full day’s… Playbus Playbus 16th Feb 2012 2:00 pm – 16th Feb 2012 5:00 pm The Brighton & Hove Playbus will be on Harmsworth Crescent, Hangleton today, 2pm-5pm. Suitable for children aged 4-11 years, all activities are FREE! The bus provides open access play opportunities,…	17 Brighton Science Festival 2012 Brighton Science Festival 2012 The Brighton Science Festival 2012, February 11th – 26th 2012 is a festival for grown ups and children of all ages, with numerous family friendly activities such as the hugely popular… Multisports and Fun Club – Portslade Sports Centre Multisports and Fun Club - Portslade Sports Centre This half term holiday club is on from 13th-17th February. There is a Fun club for 4-8 year olds at 10am-12pm each day, and a Multisports club for 8-12 year… February Half Term Holiday Club – Class of Their Own February Half Term Holiday Club - Class of Their Own Class Of Their Own provide high quality, affordable and secure Holiday Club play provision for children aged 4 – 11 years. Since 2001 we have been providing the children of… Artroom Brighton February half term workshops Artroom Brighton February half term workshops Artroom Brighton is running a series of one day art workshops for children during the February half term. Artroom Brighton is a cutting edge art school for children and young people… Multi-sports sessions at King Alfred Multi-sports sessions at King Alfred These half term holiday sessions are running from 13th-17th February. Albion in the Community are providing high quality multi-sports sessions every day, at the King Alfred Leisure Centre in Hove.… Mad Science Shows at Churchill Square Mad Science Shows at Churchill Square Churchill Square To Host Mad Science Shows for Free Half Term Fun! The Olympic Games come early to Brighton during half term as a team of Mad Scientists takes over the… “Pet at Home” Kids’ holiday Pet club "Pet at Home" Kids' holiday Pet club WILD BIRD FUN AT PETS AT HOME KIDS’ HOLIDAY PET CLUB – BRIGHTON Pets at Home stores in Brighton are holding free workshops for children throughout the half term holidays designed… Studio Days: Create your own Robot Studio Days: Create your own Robot Create a robot from card and other craft materials, taking inspiration from the variety of shapes and colours of robots on display in the Robot Invasion exhibition. Times: 10.30am-12.30pm, 1.30-3.30pm… The Court Farm Project – Video Film Making Course For Kids The Court Farm Project - Video Film Making Course For Kids Kids Film Project Friday 17th & Sat 18th February 10am-4.30pm FEBRUARY HALF TERM PLACES AVAILABLE NOW… FOR THE COURT FARM VIDEO FILM MAKING PROJECT 2012 The good news… Bitesize Movies will be running The Court… Messy Melodies – Music and Messy Play for Children Messy Melodies - Music and Messy Play for Children Come and explore “Whatever Next” by Jill Murphy. Older and younger siblings can come and explore this classic book in half term. We can all use our imagination to blast into space… Active for Life – Skate Event Active for Life - Skate Event 17th Feb 2012 10:00 am – 17th Feb 2012 12:00 pm Join the Active for Life Team this February Half Term to take part in a number of FREE activities around the City! Come along and enjoy some skate games and skate… What does a Museum Curator do? What does a Museum Curator do? 17th Feb 2012 2:00 pm – 17th Feb 2012 4:00 pm Is this the job for you? Join the Curator of World Art to find out more about her job in this practical workshop. You will decide how to collect, categorise…	18 Brighton Science Festival 2012 Brighton Science Festival 2012 The Brighton Science Festival 2012, February 11th – 26th 2012 is a festival for grown ups and children of all ages, with numerous family friendly activities such as the hugely popular… The Court Farm Project – Video Film Making Course For Kids The Court Farm Project - Video Film Making Course For Kids Kids Film Project Friday 17th & Sat 18th February 10am-4.30pm FEBRUARY HALF TERM PLACES AVAILABLE NOW… FOR THE COURT FARM VIDEO FILM MAKING PROJECT 2012 The good news… Bitesize Movies will be running The Court… Robot Animation Workshop at Hove Museum Robot Animation Workshop at Hove Museum In groups, create your own robotic characters and backdrops. Bring them to life using our animation software and premiere your films in front of the group! This is a FREE event!… Free Children’s Storytelling at Brighton Dome Free Children's Storytelling at Brighton Dome Experience the magic of live storytelling as playwright/theatre director Dvora Liberman conjures an enchanting world of wonder tales, folk tales, animal stories and ancient myths from around the world. These… Brazilian Carnival Workshop and Party – Brighton Dome Brazilian Carnival Workshop and Party - Brighton Dome Be part of an authentic carnival and celebrate in hot Brazilian style. Fun for the entire family! Enjoy an afternoon of Latin delights starting with samba dance and drumming workshops led… Crafty Week at Rottingdean Library Crafty Week at Rottingdean Library A variety of crafts available for children aged 6+ during half term week. Activities held throughout the day on Monday 13, Thursday 16 and Saturday 18 February. Just drop in –… What Can Possibly Go Wrong? Brighton Science Festival What Can Possibly Go Wrong? Brighton Science Festival 18th Feb 2012 10:00 am – 18th Feb 2012 4:00 pm Ecological disasters and how to avoid them. Build a wind turbine in Jonathan Hare’s famous Windmill workshop, among other planet-friendly games. With a demostration on how the 3 little pigs… BuildBrighton Electronics Workshop: Arduino Coding with Protosnap BuildBrighton Electronics Workshop: Arduino Coding with Protosnap 18th Feb 2012 11:00 am – 18th Feb 2012 5:00 pm These events are suitable for children aged 12+, and are part of the Brighton Science Festival 2012 Soldering is Easy and Arduino Coding For this year’s Science Festival, BuildBrighton – Brighton’s Hackspace… The Chewy Gummy Physics Funfair – Brighton Science Festival The Chewy Gummy Physics Funfair - Brighton Science Festival 18th Feb 2012 11:00 am – 18th Feb 2012 6:00 pm Experience science at its most succulent at The Chewy Gummy Physics Funfair: send your tongue on a taste-tripping adventure with the help of miracle berries, indulge in a calorie-free feast… Bird Boxes for Spring – Stanmer Park, Sussex Wildlife Trust Bird Boxes for Spring - Stanmer Park, Sussex Wildlife Trust 18th Feb 2012 11:00 am – 18th Feb 2012 1:00 pm Come and make a bird box for our feathered friends and some edible treats for them too.. Suitable for 6-11 year olds. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Not suitable… Tiggle’s Chocolate Telescope Tiggle’s Chocolate Telescope 18th Feb 2012 11:00 am – 18th Feb 2012 12:00 pm Story-time at Waterstones bookshop in Brighton, usually followed by arts and crafts activities, and occasionally authors are there for book signings. Every Saturday in February, this is a FREE event. Anyone under… Streetfunk Dance Masterclass Streetfunk Dance Masterclass 18th Feb 2012 1:00 pm – 18th Feb 2012 4:00 pm Join the legendary local streetdance company Streetfunk to learn some new moves based on dance traditions from around the world. A World Stories event. Free - 14-24 years. Please book in…	19 Brighton Science Festival 2012 Brighton Science Festival 2012 The Brighton Science Festival 2012, February 11th – 26th 2012 is a festival for grown ups and children of all ages, with numerous family friendly activities such as the hugely popular… Brighton Half Marathon 2012 – Youth Races Brighton Half Marathon 2012 - Youth Races The Brighton Half Marathon Youth Races are aimed at young runners of all abilities who want to experience the crossing of a big finish line and be part of the… Quabinet of Quantum Quriosities – Brighton Science Festival Quabinet of Quantum Quriosities - Brighton Science Festival 19th Feb 2012 10:00 am – 19th Feb 2012 4:30 pm Just when we think we’re catching a glimpse of the Higgs Boson, those naughty neutrinos make a break for it, faster than the speed of light. What is quantum all… Make It! Brighton Science Festival Make It! Brighton Science Festival 19th Feb 2012 10:00 am – 19th Feb 2012 6:00 pm Crafty family fun with the experts. Join Brighton Belles WI, Sew Retro, Quilty Pleasures, The Wool Bar and a host of craft superstars for an afternoon of family-friendly fun with… Woodkids – Build a Bird Box at Wilderness Wood Woodkids – Build a Bird Box at Wilderness Wood 19th Feb 2012 2:00 pm – 19th Feb 2012 4:00 pm Learn some new skills & house some new feathered friends: Make a wooden birdbox in our workshop to take home for your garden. Child (8+ yrs) £12.50 For more information or to book… Saltdean Community Café & FREE Kids Play afternoon Saltdean Community Café & FREE Kids Play afternoon 19th Feb 2012 2:00 pm – 19th Feb 2012 5:00 pm This is a volunteer-run café within the beautiful Art Deco Saltdean Lido. The café is open on Sundays only, 2-5pm. I’m told that they serve lovely soup, delicious cakes, with…
20 Brighton Science Festival 2012 Brighton Science Festival 2012 The Brighton Science Festival 2012, February 11th – 26th 2012 is a festival for grown ups and children of all ages, with numerous family friendly activities such as the hugely popular… Hove Museum – Picture and Story Time Hove Museum – Picture and Story Time 20th Feb 2012 10:00 am – 20th Feb 2012 12:00 pm Explore the galleries at Hove Museum, make a picture and listen to a story. FREE, for children aged 2 – 5 years, just drop-in! ————————————————————————- Drop in sessions every Monday and Thursday from… Reading to Your Children Workshop at Book Nook! Reading to Your Children Workshop at Book Nook! 20th Feb 2012 10:00 am – 20th Feb 2012 11:00 am Reading to Your Children Workshop – FREE. This is a unique opportunity to attend a workshop run by professional actress, voice artist and trainer, Philippa Hammond, on reading to your…	21 Brighton Science Festival 2012 Brighton Science Festival 2012 The Brighton Science Festival 2012, February 11th – 26th 2012 is a festival for grown ups and children of all ages, with numerous family friendly activities such as the hugely popular… Africa – Early Years Workshops for 2-5 Year Olds Africa - Early Years Workshops for 2-5 Year Olds 21st Feb 2012 10:30 am – 21st Feb 2012 12:00 pm Early Years sessions include art activities, a museum expedition, a story and handling some museum objects. Age – 2-5 year olds only. All children must be accompanied by…	22 Brighton Science Festival 2012 Brighton Science Festival 2012 The Brighton Science Festival 2012, February 11th – 26th 2012 is a festival for grown ups and children of all ages, with numerous family friendly activities such as the hugely popular… Simply Brilliant – Brighton Science Festival Simply Brilliant - Brighton Science Festival We celebrate a magic evening of inventions – yours, ours and Trevor Baylis’s. Roll up your sleeves and play. Build your own spectrometers using a CD & kitchen roll tube. Team…	23 Brighton Science Festival 2012 Brighton Science Festival 2012 The Brighton Science Festival 2012, February 11th – 26th 2012 is a festival for grown ups and children of all ages, with numerous family friendly activities such as the hugely popular… Hove Museum – Picture and Story Time Hove Museum – Picture and Story Time 23rd Feb 2012 10:00 am – 23rd Feb 2012 12:00 pm Explore the galleries at Hove Museum, make a picture and listen to a story. FREE, for children aged 2 – 5 years, just drop-in! ————————————————————————- Drop in sessions every Monday and Thursday from… Baby Rangers at Raystede Animal Welfare Centre Baby Rangers at Raystede Animal Welfare Centre 23rd Feb 2012 10:00 am – 23rd Feb 2012 11:30 am Drop-in with your little treasures for a morning of singing, signing, sensory games and new experiences which will help them develop in to little animal lovers. Last Thursday of the month… After-School Crafts Session at Woodingdean Library After-School Crafts Session at Woodingdean Library 23rd Feb 2012 3:00 pm – 23rd Feb 2012 5:00 pm Cut Out, Colour-in, Make and Create! After school craft session for children, at Woodingdean Library in Brighton. Suitable for children aged 4-12 years Please call 01273 296928 for more infomation, or visit http://www.brighton-hove-rpml.org.uk/Libraries/sites/woodingdean/Pages/home.aspx The Science of Bees – Brighton Science Festival The Science of Bees - Brighton Science Festival 23rd Feb 2012 6:30 pm – 23rd Feb 2012 8:30 pm Want to learn the waggle dance? Find out more about the plight of British bees, what Sussex is doing to save them, and what you can do in your own… LGBT Adoption and Fostering Information Event LGBT Adoption and Fostering Information Event 23rd Feb 2012 7:00 pm – 23rd Feb 2012 8:30 pm Your chance to learn about adoption and fostering. Not sure which could suit you? This is an ideal opportunity to hear from social workers and speak to people who have adopted…	24 Brighton Science Festival 2012 Brighton Science Festival 2012 The Brighton Science Festival 2012, February 11th – 26th 2012 is a festival for grown ups and children of all ages, with numerous family friendly activities such as the hugely popular… Modelworld 2012 at Brighton Centre Modelworld 2012 at Brighton Centre Modelworld is a unique exhibition showcasing models of all types from around the country. The show is now in its 34th year. Having started out as a model railway show… Rocks and Sands Rocks and Sands 24th Feb 2012 10:30 am – 24th Feb 2012 12:00 pm Early Years sessions include art activities, a museum expedition, a story and handling some museum objects. Age – 2-5 year olds only. All children must be accompanied by…	25 Brighton Science Festival 2012 Brighton Science Festival 2012 The Brighton Science Festival 2012, February 11th – 26th 2012 is a festival for grown ups and children of all ages, with numerous family friendly activities such as the hugely popular… Modelworld 2012 at Brighton Centre Modelworld 2012 at Brighton Centre Modelworld is a unique exhibition showcasing models of all types from around the country. The show is now in its 34th year. Having started out as a model railway show… Kids Popcorn Comedy – Komedia Kids Popcorn Comedy - Komedia Following their hugely successful gigs for grown-ups, we’ve teamed up with Popcorn Comedy for an extra special kid-friendly show, featuring the very best in short funny films and live stand-up from famous… Lucy Hawking: George and the Big Bang Lucy Hawking: George and the Big Bang Lucy Hawking will be visiting The Book Nook to talk about her new title George and the Big Bang. Discover the mysteries of physics, science and the universe with George, his… Raystede Animal Welfare Centre – Thinking of getting a pet? Raystede Animal Welfare Centre - Thinking of getting a pet? 25th Feb 2012 10:00 am – 25th Feb 2012 3:00 pm So… You are thinking about getting a pet? Friendly, helpful session for families considering a new pet, at the Raystede Animal Welfare Centre. FREE to book For more information please visit www.raystede.org/learning ,… Decorate a bug stick at Moulsecoomb Library Decorate a bug stick at Moulsecoomb Library 25th Feb 2012 10:30 am – 25th Feb 2012 12:00 pm Make your own wooden bug stick. Choose from a Spider, caterpillar, flu or butterfly, and decorate your own pet bug! Phone Moulsecoomb Library to book, spaces are limited 01273 296910, or… Story Magic at Jubilee Library Story Magic at Jubilee Library 25th Feb 2012 10:30 am – 25th Feb 2012 11:10 am Discover the magic of sensory stories in sessions designed for children and young people with special needs. Experienced staff share “Bag Books”, vivid multisensory stories particularly suited to children with… Woodkids – Plant a Christmas Tree at Wilderness Wood Woodkids – Plant a Christmas Tree at Wilderness Wood 25th Feb 2012 11:00 am – 25th Feb 2012 12:30 pm Give the wood new trees after Christmas! Plant baby trees in our Christmas tree plantation and learn the secrets of growing healthy trees. Make a wooden marker post for your… Tiggle’s Chocolate Telescope Tiggle’s Chocolate Telescope 25th Feb 2012 11:00 am – 25th Feb 2012 12:00 pm Story-time at Waterstones bookshop in Brighton, usually followed by arts and crafts activities, and occasionally authors are there for book signings. Every Saturday in February, this is a FREE event. Anyone under… Kids’ Cooking Class: Snow Bear Creams! Kids' Cooking Class: Snow Bear Creams! 25th Feb 2012 2:00 pm – 25th Feb 2012 3:00 pm Polar bears would probably quite enjoy a good peppermint cream given the opportunity. It is very unlikely that you will ever get close enough to ask one, so in this class we…	26 Brighton Science Festival 2012 Brighton Science Festival 2012 The Brighton Science Festival 2012, February 11th – 26th 2012 is a festival for grown ups and children of all ages, with numerous family friendly activities such as the hugely popular… Modelworld 2012 at Brighton Centre Modelworld 2012 at Brighton Centre Modelworld is a unique exhibition showcasing models of all types from around the country. The show is now in its 34th year. Having started out as a model railway show… Saltdean Community Café & FREE Kids Play afternoon Saltdean Community Café & FREE Kids Play afternoon 26th Feb 2012 2:00 pm – 26th Feb 2012 5:00 pm This is a volunteer-run café within the beautiful Art Deco Saltdean Lido. The café is open on Sundays only, 2-5pm. I’m told that they serve lovely soup, delicious cakes, with…
27 Hove Museum – Picture and Story Time Hove Museum – Picture and Story Time 27th Feb 2012 10:00 am – 27th Feb 2012 12:00 pm Explore the galleries at Hove Museum, make a picture and listen to a story. FREE, for children aged 2 – 5 years, just drop-in! ————————————————————————- Drop in sessions every Monday and Thursday from…	28	29