BIGGING UP HOLBEIN
Children's Event
Children (7 years and older) are invited to create one of 9 sections of Hans Holbein's 'The Ambassadors' which will be collated to form a giant reproduction at the end of the session. Figure outlines will be provided - just bring a lively imagination!
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Presented By: Arts Festival Committee
Venue: Guild Hall
Date & Time: Sat 1st
Two Sessions
10:30am - 12:00pm &
1:30pm - 3:00pm
Tickets: Each session limited to 9 places. To register
interest email
info@jennifergerardgallery.com or
telephone 01235 527508 |
DRAGONS, KNIGHTS AND GOBLINS
Children’s author and illustrator, David Melling, writer of such
hugely popular books as The Kiss That Missed, will be talking about his work and sharing drawing tips. With his new Goblins books a storming success, this event is sure to be an inspiration to any aspiring young artist or reader. Age 4+.
Please see www.mostly-books.co.uk/festival for more details of book-related events. |
Presented By: Mostly Books
Venue: Roysse Room,
Guild Hall
Date & Time: Sat 1st
11:00pm
Tickets: £4 adults
£2 children
from Mostly Books or
on the door |
MAKE A CARD FOR MOTHERS DAY
Cut, stick, glue, colour. The ladies of Dunmore Pre-school will be guiding youngsters to make a delightful card for mum and prove that you are never too young to create a work of art. Prepare to be inspired and take away something special. Ages 3 – 8. Parent or carer needs to stay, but needn’t get messy. Coffee and cake available. |
Presented By: Mostly Books and Dunmore Pre-School
Venue: Roysse Room, Guild Hall
Date & Time: Sat 1st
12:00pm
Tickets: £3 from Mostly Books or on the door |
RHYMETIMES
Fun and enjoyable session for babies, toddlers, parents, carers and childminders with nursery rhymes, stories, colouring and craft
activities. |
Presented By: Abingdon Library
Venue: Abingdon Library
Date & Time: Wed 5th & Wed 12th
10:00am – 10:30am
Tickets: Free drop-in sessions so no need to book |
WORLD BOOK DAY STORYTIME
Join in the annual global celebration of children’s reading by coming along to a special storytime at 2pm and again at 3.45pm. All children will receive a free book. See more at www.mostly-books.co.uk/festival. |
Presented By: Mostly Books
Venue: Mostly Books,
Stert Street
Date & Time: Thur 6th
2:00pm – 4:00pm
Free Event |
THE ART OF "POETRY AND
PICTURES"
WITH NICK OWEN
An art installation and poetry performance featuring the poetry and pictures of Nick Owen. Nick introduces a genre that is taking off on line, connecting visual and poetic imagery. You are invited to become involved in “Wychwood Poetry and Pictures”. |
Presented By: Abingdon Library
Venue: Abingdon Library
Date & Time: Thur 6th
1:30pm - 2:30pm
for year 10 pupils from local schools and
7:00pm - 8:30pm open session aimed primarily at adults
Tickets: Free. Afternoon session reserved for pupils from local secondary schools. Tickets available for evening session. Ring 01235 520374 to book a place or ask in the Library. |
PUPPET MAKING &
STORYTELLING WORKSHOP WITH HELEN JACOBS
A workshop run by Helen Jacobs, a local artist, providing
children from Kingfisher school with the opportunity to make their own puppets from a variety of different materials. |
Presented By: Abingdon Library
Venue: Abingdon Library
Date & Time: Fri 7th
10:00am – 12:00pm
Tickets: Free – event reserved for pupils from Kingfisher School. |
BABY BOOKWORMS
Ever wondered when to introduce your baby to a book? Babies can enjoy exploring texture, shape and sound in this fun-filled
interactive session. A perfect way to stimulate your child's growing mind and developing senses and introduce your child to the
wonderful world of books.
See more at www.mostly-books.co.uk/festival. |
Presented By: Mostly Books
Venue: Roysse Room,
Guild Hall
Date & Time: Sat 15th
10:30am
Tickets: £4 for parent and baby
from Mostly Books or
on the door |
RIDDLES AND RHYMES -
STORY TIME
Come and listen to some great poems and stories that play with words. Guess the answers to the riddles, create your own shape poems and join in with colouring and craft activities. The works of poets and authors such as Roald Dahl, Colin McNaughton, John Foster, Tony Mitton, Roger McGough and Lawrence Anholt will be featured. |
Presented By: Abingdon Library
Venue: Abingdon Library
Date & Time: Sat 15th
11:00am - 12:00pm
Tickets: Free |
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