As the festive season quickly approaches, we have organised a few events for everyone to enjoy!
Peter Pan Christmas Raffle
Tickets for our Christmas raffle are due to go on sale shortly!!!
We have placed a list on each class's door, of items that we require for our Christmas hampers. We would be most grateful of any contributions you may be able to provide us with.
Christmas Party - 15th December
The children will be enjoying a Christmas party between 1-4pm. Party/festive dress is optional.
Christmas Carol Service (Classroom only) - 18th December
We will be hosting our annual Christmas Carol Service from 4pm, in the Classroom. This service is for the "Classroom" children and their families only.
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Wednesday, 26 November 2014
Sunday, 23 November 2014
Christmas Opening Hours
As we approach this year's festive period, please take note of our opening hours below.
Tuesday, 23rd December - Normal hours
Wednesday, 24th December - 8am - 4pm - normal attendees only
Thursday, 25th December - Closed
Friday, 26th December. - Closed
Monday, 29th December - Closed
Tuesday, 30th December - Closed
Wednesday, 31st December - Closed
Thursday, 1st January - Closed
Friday, 2nd January - Open - Normal hours
Thank you.
Peter Pan Nursery Team
*** Notice to parents regarding parking - 25th & 26th November ***
We have been advised that the hospital's one-way system will be closed between 7:30-18:00, this Tuesday and Wednesday.
The hospital exit will instead become a temporary two-way system, in which both incoming and outgoing traffic will travel.
Please allow some extra time as we are expecting some delays. A number of construction vehicles are due to be on site, which may cause some congestion.
We apologise for any inconvenience.
Peter Pan Nursery Team
We have been advised that the hospital's one-way system will be closed between 7:30-18:00, this Tuesday and Wednesday.
The hospital exit will instead become a temporary two-way system, in which both incoming and outgoing traffic will travel.
Please allow some extra time as we are expecting some delays. A number of construction vehicles are due to be on site, which may cause some congestion.
We apologise for any inconvenience.
Peter Pan Nursery Team
Friday, 31 October 2014
Lantern magic at Chester Zoo - 4-23 Dec 2014
This Christmas sees the return of Chester Zoo's popular Lantern Magic experience between 4th-23rd December 2014.
Write your letter to Santa and get creative in the lantern workshop before experiencing the nocturnal sounds of the zoo after dark. Journey through an enchanted illuminated trail leading to a spectacular display of animal lanterns.
You can also make a Christmas wish and hang it on the giant wishing tree and say 'hello' to Santa. The Fruit Bat Forest and the Elephant House will also be open.
There will be plenty of deliciously tasty treats plus enjoy a free winter warming drink.
Book your tickets at www.chesterzoo.org/christmas
Write your letter to Santa and get creative in the lantern workshop before experiencing the nocturnal sounds of the zoo after dark. Journey through an enchanted illuminated trail leading to a spectacular display of animal lanterns.
You can also make a Christmas wish and hang it on the giant wishing tree and say 'hello' to Santa. The Fruit Bat Forest and the Elephant House will also be open.
There will be plenty of deliciously tasty treats plus enjoy a free winter warming drink.
Book your tickets at www.chesterzoo.org/christmas
Tuesday, 28 October 2014
Halloween at Ty Mawr - 30 Oct
An afternoon of spooky Halloween fun for all the family at Ty Mawr Country Park on 30th October 2014, between 1.30 - 3.30pm.
Wednesday, 22 October 2014
Halloween fun at The Plassey - 25 Oct
Join in the Halloween themed fun day at Plassey Leisure Park on Saturday 25th October with Halloween crafts, including paintings and jewellery making, 'horrid hair', face painting, a bouncy castle and a Halloween disco.
Children are encouraged to dress up in their best Halloween costumes.
Visit The Plassey website for more information or Tel: 01978 780277
Children are encouraged to dress up in their best Halloween costumes.
Visit The Plassey website for more information or Tel: 01978 780277
Tuesday, 21 October 2014
October events at Wrexham parks
28th October 2014, 1.30-3.30pm
Autumn Leaf Decorations - create an autumnal decoration at this fun drop-in session for all the family (£2.50)
Nant Mill Country Park, Wrexham
29th October 2014, 1.30 - 3.30pm
Spooky Masks - Create a scary mask at this fun drop-in session for all the family. (£2.50)
Alyn Waters Country Park, Gwersyllt, Wrexham
Autumn Leaf Decorations - create an autumnal decoration at this fun drop-in session for all the family (£2.50)
Nant Mill Country Park, Wrexham
29th October 2014, 1.30 - 3.30pm
Spooky Masks - Create a scary mask at this fun drop-in session for all the family. (£2.50)
Alyn Waters Country Park, Gwersyllt, Wrexham
Monday, 20 October 2014
RAF Cosford - Half-term activities 27-31 October
Family activities for the autumn half term are programmed in at Cosford from Monday 27th October to Friday 31st October 2014 as follows:
Monday 27th October - Parachutes & Gliders
Choose from one of our designs or make your own gliders and see how far they fly. You can also decorate and make your very own parachute with all materials supplied. This activity costs £1.00 per person to participate.
Tuesday 28th October 2014 - Parachutes & Gliders
Choose from one of our designs or make your own and see how far they fly. You can also decorate and make your very own parachute with all materials supplied. This activity costs £1.00 per person to participate.
Wednesday 29th October - Airfix Model Making
In association with Airfix families can work together to build a World War One Sopwith Pup or Albatross to take home. The activity costs £3.00 per person and materials will be supplied.
Please note: This activity is not suitable for children under 5. Children will need to be supervised by an adult and will require assistance with the model making.
Thursday 30th October - Halloween Crafts
As Halloween approaches our activities turn spooky with funky foam 'trick or treat' pots and key rings. This activity costs £1.00 per person and includes materials.
Friday 31st October 2014 - Halloween Crafts
On All Hallow's Eve our activities turn spooky with funky foam 'trick or treat' pots and key rings. This activity costs £1.00 per person and includes materials.
All activities will be taking place in Hangar 1 from 11.30am to 3.30pm. Tickets can be purchased from the Visitor Centre on arrival.
Free admission to RAF Cosford (although car parking charges apply)
http://www.rafmuseum.org.uk/cosford/whats-going-on/events/half-term-activitie/
Monday 27th October - Parachutes & Gliders
Choose from one of our designs or make your own gliders and see how far they fly. You can also decorate and make your very own parachute with all materials supplied. This activity costs £1.00 per person to participate.
Tuesday 28th October 2014 - Parachutes & Gliders
Choose from one of our designs or make your own and see how far they fly. You can also decorate and make your very own parachute with all materials supplied. This activity costs £1.00 per person to participate.
Wednesday 29th October - Airfix Model Making
In association with Airfix families can work together to build a World War One Sopwith Pup or Albatross to take home. The activity costs £3.00 per person and materials will be supplied.
Please note: This activity is not suitable for children under 5. Children will need to be supervised by an adult and will require assistance with the model making.
Thursday 30th October - Halloween Crafts
As Halloween approaches our activities turn spooky with funky foam 'trick or treat' pots and key rings. This activity costs £1.00 per person and includes materials.
Friday 31st October 2014 - Halloween Crafts
On All Hallow's Eve our activities turn spooky with funky foam 'trick or treat' pots and key rings. This activity costs £1.00 per person and includes materials.
All activities will be taking place in Hangar 1 from 11.30am to 3.30pm. Tickets can be purchased from the Visitor Centre on arrival.
Free admission to RAF Cosford (although car parking charges apply)
http://www.rafmuseum.org.uk/cosford/whats-going-on/events/half-term-activitie/
Saturday, 18 October 2014
Spooky events at Tatton Park
Ghosts in the Garden
When
From Saturday 25 October 2014 to Sunday 2 November 2014
Location
Tatton Park, Knutsford, Cheshire, WA16 6QN
Description
Go ghost hunting in the gardens this half-term but be prepared to be (slightly) scared as you track them down. There will be spooky story telling in the eerie Tower garden at weekends. A visit to the Gardens at this time of year isn't complete without the gardener's amazing annual display of autumn vegetables. Save money by buying a Totally Tatton Ticket allowing entry to 3 of the following attractions over half-term (the Gardens, Mansion, Farm and haunted Old Hall). Adult £11, Child £5.50, Family £27.50. Single entry Adult £6, Child £4, Family £16.
Telephone
01625 374400
Timings
Normal opening times apply
Cost
Normal entry charges apply; £5 car entry charges apply
Halloween Hauntings at the Old Hall
When
From Saturday 25 October 2014 to Friday 31 October 2014
Location
Tatton Park, Knutsford, Cheshire, WA16 6QN
Description
Dear Boils and Ghouls...Oh, sorry, I meant to say boys and girls. I'll bet you're not scared when you visit the Horrendously Haunted Old Hall. So drag along those fearful friends and groaning grown ups and show them how brave you are. Meet our spirits and spectres. Which is real and what is not? Will you get the feeling of being watched? Are the ghosts fiendishly friendly or terrifyingly terrible? Are they especially spiteful or simply simperingly soft? It's up to you to find out, if you dare, by helping us haunt the hall. BE WARNED – YOU COULD BE REALLY SCARED! Some people may find the haunted hall ever so frightening but that's half the fun. Isn't it? Solve the Horrible History Mystery and Quiz. Story telling. Face Painting and Mask Making. Adult £6, Child £4.50, Family £17. Open 12pm to 5pm (last entry 4pm). Save money by buying a Totally Tatton Ticket allowing entry to 3 of the following attractions over half term (the Gardens, Mansion, Farm and haunted Old Hall) Adult £11, Child £5.50, Family £27.50.
Telephone
01625 374400
Timings
12pm to 5pm (last entry 4pm); £5 car entry charge applies
Visit Tatton Hall website for more information
Friday, 17 October 2014
Spooky times at Park Hall Farm 24 Oct - 2 Nov
Park Hall Farms's spooky spectacular event starts on 24th October until 2nd November, 10-4.
Will you escape from the Halloween maze or will you fall victim to the ghostly surprises in there?
For a not quite so scary experience try the fun Halloween themed games and pumpkin carving.
Normal entry fees apply (pumpkin carving costs extra but you do get to keep your creations).
Visit Park Hall Farm website for more information
Will you escape from the Halloween maze or will you fall victim to the ghostly surprises in there?
For a not quite so scary experience try the fun Halloween themed games and pumpkin carving.
Normal entry fees apply (pumpkin carving costs extra but you do get to keep your creations).
Visit Park Hall Farm website for more information
Wednesday, 15 October 2014
Spooky Science at Techniquest
Join in some of the most startling science experiments around at Techniquest Wrexham on 18-19th October and 25th-31st October 2014.
Ghostly goings-on, supernatural slime and brewing blood....fiendishly good fun for all ages!
Shows start at 1:00pm and 3:30pm and are included in the standard entry price.
Visit Techniquest website for more information
Ghostly goings-on, supernatural slime and brewing blood....fiendishly good fun for all ages!
Shows start at 1:00pm and 3:30pm and are included in the standard entry price.
Visit Techniquest website for more information
Tuesday, 14 October 2014
Half term fun at Ludlow castle - 29th October
October Half Term Fun Day
* Castle Tours with Lady Caroline - 11.00am, 1.00pm and 3.00pm
* Living history displays
* Try your hand at archery
* Meet meercats
* Get up close to creepy crawlies
Adults £6.50 Seniors £6.00 Children £3.00 Family £17.50
Some of these activities will be subject to the right weather conditions
Visit Ludlow Event page for more information
* Castle Tours with Lady Caroline - 11.00am, 1.00pm and 3.00pm
* Living history displays
* Try your hand at archery
* Meet meercats
* Get up close to creepy crawlies
Adults £6.50 Seniors £6.00 Children £3.00 Family £17.50
Some of these activities will be subject to the right weather conditions
Visit Ludlow Event page for more information
Friday, 10 October 2014
We're going Orange for Orangutans - Fri 17th Oct
We are supporting Chester Zoo and Act for Wildlife's 'Go Orange for Orangutans' fundraising event!
Orangutans are one of our closest relatives. We share OVER 96% of our DNA with them and, along with humans, they're the only great ape to live outside of Africa.
Known as the 'old man of the forest', they're also the only apes that spend almost their entire lives in the rainforest canopies of Sumatra and Borneo. Their treetop homes are some of the oldest on earth and had remained almost unchanged for the past 70 million years. However in the 21st century the demand for timber, palm oil, roads, agricultural land and space for mining means huge areas of the forest have now been lost, taking with it the homes of orangutans. With their numbers dwindling we're on the verge of losing this species FOREVER. Go Orange for Orangutans and help replant the rainforest to save our cousins in the wild.
Go Orange for Orangutans Day at the Nursery!
We are suggesting that your donate a pound and that your little one comes dressed in orange! You don't have to be completely orange but a hat, t-shirt, socks, dress would be fine.
100% of money raised will go to the charity.
For more information on 'Go Orange for Orangutans' visit: http://www.actforwildlife.org.uk/go-orange-for-orangutans/go-orange-for-orangutans#register
To find out more about the threat to orangutans and other animals visit: www.facebook.com/IfTheyreGone
Orangutans are one of our closest relatives. We share OVER 96% of our DNA with them and, along with humans, they're the only great ape to live outside of Africa.
Known as the 'old man of the forest', they're also the only apes that spend almost their entire lives in the rainforest canopies of Sumatra and Borneo. Their treetop homes are some of the oldest on earth and had remained almost unchanged for the past 70 million years. However in the 21st century the demand for timber, palm oil, roads, agricultural land and space for mining means huge areas of the forest have now been lost, taking with it the homes of orangutans. With their numbers dwindling we're on the verge of losing this species FOREVER. Go Orange for Orangutans and help replant the rainforest to save our cousins in the wild.
Go Orange for Orangutans Day at the Nursery!
We are suggesting that your donate a pound and that your little one comes dressed in orange! You don't have to be completely orange but a hat, t-shirt, socks, dress would be fine.
100% of money raised will go to the charity.
For more information on 'Go Orange for Orangutans' visit: http://www.actforwildlife.org.uk/go-orange-for-orangutans/go-orange-for-orangutans#register
To find out more about the threat to orangutans and other animals visit: www.facebook.com/IfTheyreGone
Tuesday, 7 October 2014
Macmillan Coffee Morning
We would like to thank everyone who joined us at our coffee morning, in support of Macmillan's "World's Biggest Coffee Morning," held at the nursery on Saturday, 27th September.
We raised £193.47!!!
Thank you!
Peter Pan Nursery Team
We raised £193.47!!!
Thank you!
Peter Pan Nursery Team
Parent Group Meeting
Many apologies for this last minute post!
Hopefully you will have seen some recent posters, inviting you to join our "Parent Group" at the nursery tomorrow (Wednesday, 8th October) at 7pm.
This is a great opportunity to meet with other parents and staff, to discuss various fundraising initiatives.
Hope you can join, everyone is welcome!
Hopefully you will have seen some recent posters, inviting you to join our "Parent Group" at the nursery tomorrow (Wednesday, 8th October) at 7pm.
This is a great opportunity to meet with other parents and staff, to discuss various fundraising initiatives.
Hope you can join, everyone is welcome!
Monday, 29 September 2014
Apple festival at Erddig 4th/5th October
Apple festival is back for its 24th year. There is plenty on offer for everyone to enjoy, including cooking demonstrations, cider making, a cider bar, live music, storytelling and of course plenty of apples!
4 and 5 October 2014, 11am, last admission 4pm.
Free event but Normal admission applies
Access to the garden and Wolf Den Play Area
More Information: General Office, 01978 355314, erddig@nationaltrust.org.uk
http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/erddig/things-to-see-and-do/events/
4 and 5 October 2014, 11am, last admission 4pm.
Free event but Normal admission applies
Access to the garden and Wolf Den Play Area
More Information: General Office, 01978 355314, erddig@nationaltrust.org.uk
http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/erddig/things-to-see-and-do/events/
Sunday, 28 September 2014
Tatton Apple Day, 5th October
When
On Sunday 5 October 2014
Location
Tatton Park, Knutsford, Cheshire, WA16 6QN
Description
A scrumptious Sunday at the Farm and in the Gardens to celebrate the wonderful apple. Join in games and children's activities. In the Gardens, taste delicious varieties from Tatton's historic orchards and enjoy free 1-hour talks on pruning, training and caring for your own apple trees. Apple goods on sale in the shops and restaurant.
Contact
Tatton Park
Telephone
01625 374400
Timings
Normal opening times apply
Cost
Normal entry charges apply. £5 car entry charge applies.
For more information visit Tatton Park website
Friday, 26 September 2014
Help our hedgehogs this Autumn
Autumn is a busy time in the garden for wildlife, as hibernating creatures such as hedgehogs prepare for the winter months ahead. The People’s Trust for Endangered Species (PTES) and British Hedgehog Preservation Society (BHPS) have together produced a free seasonal guide on how to make your autumn garden hedgehog-friendly.
In Britain, hedgehog populations have plummeted by a quarter in the last decade. Our once common garden friend is in serious trouble!
Help hedgehogs by taking part in Hedgehog Street and following the tips in the A-Z Guide to helping hedgehogs in Autumn.
In Britain, hedgehog populations have plummeted by a quarter in the last decade. Our once common garden friend is in serious trouble!
Help hedgehogs by taking part in Hedgehog Street and following the tips in the A-Z Guide to helping hedgehogs in Autumn.
Tuesday, 23 September 2014
Treat yourself at the Odeon - 40% off tickets
Treat yourself to an evening out (or the kids) by making the most of cheaper Odeon tickets.
Enter your email address online at Odeon by Thu 16 Oct, and get a voucher for 40% off cinema tickets (including 3D shows). Just print or show on your smartphone at the box office to get 40% off all tickets bought in one transaction.
The voucher's valid on all ticket types, including adult, child, senior and student. You can use it as many times as you like before Thu 16 Oct.
You can also get the discount online by using the code FILM40 but there's an extra 50p booking fee included in the online ticket price, and a 21p card handling fee at the checkout.
There are some exclusions so check the Terms and Conditions when you get your voucher.
http://www.odeon.co.uk/40percentoff/
The closest Odeon to Oswestry is at Eagles Meadow Shopping Centre in Wrexham
Enter your email address online at Odeon by Thu 16 Oct, and get a voucher for 40% off cinema tickets (including 3D shows). Just print or show on your smartphone at the box office to get 40% off all tickets bought in one transaction.
The voucher's valid on all ticket types, including adult, child, senior and student. You can use it as many times as you like before Thu 16 Oct.
You can also get the discount online by using the code FILM40 but there's an extra 50p booking fee included in the online ticket price, and a 21p card handling fee at the checkout.
There are some exclusions so check the Terms and Conditions when you get your voucher.
http://www.odeon.co.uk/40percentoff/
The closest Odeon to Oswestry is at Eagles Meadow Shopping Centre in Wrexham
Saturday, 20 September 2014
Join us for coffee to support Macmillan - Sat 27th Sept
We would like to invite you along to our coffee morning in support of Macmillan's 'World's Biggest Coffee Morning' on Saturday 27th September 2014, between 10am - 12 midday.
Thank you!
Peter Pan Nursery Team
- Join us for a cuppa
- Meet the staff
- Look around the nursery
Thank you!
Peter Pan Nursery Team
Tuesday, 16 September 2014
Float your boat at Whitchurch boat rally - 20/21 Sept
Head to Whitchurch the weekend of 20th and 21st September for the popular boat rally. There will be stalls and refreshments and of course lots of beautifully decorated narrowboats on show.
The boat decoration theme this year is 'The Horse' as 2014 is the Chinese Year of the Horse, and horses, or more usually mules, were used to tow narrowboats before diesel engines arrived on the scene.
For more information visit the Whitchurch Waterways website
The boat decoration theme this year is 'The Horse' as 2014 is the Chinese Year of the Horse, and horses, or more usually mules, were used to tow narrowboats before diesel engines arrived on the scene.
For more information visit the Whitchurch Waterways website
Monday, 15 September 2014
Harvest Festival at the Farm - Tatton Park 20-21 Sep
When
From Saturday 20 September 2014 to Sunday 21 September 2014
Location
Tatton Park, Knutsford, Cheshire, WA16 6QN
Description
A chance to celebrate the annual harvest by joining in with the farm's very own harvest festival. See the steam engine running, have a go at scarecrow making and spinning, Make your own corn doll, sheep racing and woodturning demos. Harvest Blessing 2pm with the Preston Brook brass band. Please feel free to bring your own pets to be blessed!
Contact
Tatton Park
Telephone
01625 374400
Timings
Normal opening times apply
Cost
Normal charges apply. £5 car entry charge applies.
Saturday, 13 September 2014
Merefest 2014 - 20th September
Come along to the Shropshire Wildlife Trust's annual family fun day.
11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Crenmorne Gardens, The Mere, Ellesmere
Following the success of last year's Merefest at Cholmondeley, this year's Meres and Mosses Festival moves to Ellesmere and promises to be bigger and better than ever. The festival is completely FREE to enter and will have lots of fun activities on offer.
Over 30 activities are now booked in for Merefest'14. Just to give an idea of what to expect:
• Fishing demonstrations
• Canoeing on the Mere
• Cheese making
• Willow weaving
• Lantern making
• Pond dipping
In addition, there will be two marquees on the site, each housing numerous craft and local produce stalls and science-based fun activities for the whole family to enjoy. A range of hot food will also be available to buy on the day from Maynards Farm, Crumperie Crepes and Food on Fire.
There will be free parking available in a field accessible from Swan Hill for the day and in Ellesmere town centre.
In the evening......A Lantern Procession and Shadow Play will take place in Cremorne Gardens, Ellesmere at 7.30pm.
There will be a procession of lanterns through the woods by the Mere with a few surprises along the way leading to an enchanting Shadow Play: Heronsilver!
Telephone 01743 284 275
Visit the Meres and Mosses Website
11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Crenmorne Gardens, The Mere, Ellesmere
Following the success of last year's Merefest at Cholmondeley, this year's Meres and Mosses Festival moves to Ellesmere and promises to be bigger and better than ever. The festival is completely FREE to enter and will have lots of fun activities on offer.
Over 30 activities are now booked in for Merefest'14. Just to give an idea of what to expect:
• Fishing demonstrations
• Canoeing on the Mere
• Cheese making
• Willow weaving
• Lantern making
• Pond dipping
In addition, there will be two marquees on the site, each housing numerous craft and local produce stalls and science-based fun activities for the whole family to enjoy. A range of hot food will also be available to buy on the day from Maynards Farm, Crumperie Crepes and Food on Fire.
There will be free parking available in a field accessible from Swan Hill for the day and in Ellesmere town centre.
In the evening......A Lantern Procession and Shadow Play will take place in Cremorne Gardens, Ellesmere at 7.30pm.
There will be a procession of lanterns through the woods by the Mere with a few surprises along the way leading to an enchanting Shadow Play: Heronsilver!
Telephone 01743 284 275
Visit the Meres and Mosses Website
Thursday, 11 September 2014
New chef starts!
This week we are welcoming Jackie Gough to the Peter Pan Nursery Team!
Jackie is our new Chef bringing with her lots of experience (she previously was at the Nuffield Hospital for six years) and fresh ideas for our menus.
Jackie is our new Chef bringing with her lots of experience (she previously was at the Nuffield Hospital for six years) and fresh ideas for our menus.
Wednesday, 10 September 2014
Lantern Procession Workshops - 13/14 September
Join us for Lantern Procession Workshops!
This is part of the Meres and Mosses Festival ‘Merefest 2014‘ on 20th September and we will be running free community lantern making workshops on the 13th & 14th of September in the large room at Little Poppets Nursery on Wharf Road in Ellesmere between 2pm and 4pm for everyone who wants to be involved.
Workshops are open to all ages however children of primary school age must be accompanied by an adult and please wear old clothes as this can get messy!
If you want to know more please contact: info@fizzgigs.co.uk or visit Fizzgigs Website
This is part of the Meres and Mosses Festival ‘Merefest 2014‘ on 20th September and we will be running free community lantern making workshops on the 13th & 14th of September in the large room at Little Poppets Nursery on Wharf Road in Ellesmere between 2pm and 4pm for everyone who wants to be involved.
Workshops are open to all ages however children of primary school age must be accompanied by an adult and please wear old clothes as this can get messy!
If you want to know more please contact: info@fizzgigs.co.uk or visit Fizzgigs Website
Tuesday, 9 September 2014
Museums of Cheshire Open their doors for free 13-14 Sept
Cheshire's favourite museums will be offering free entry this weekend, including Catalyst Science Discovery Centre, Cheshire Military Museum, Macclesfield Silk Museum, Norton Priory Museum & Gardens and Port Sunlight Museum.
Enjoy special talks and tours taking place at the Grosvenor Museum, Weaver Hall Museum, Stretton Water Mill, the Lion Salt Works, Paradise Mill, Engelsea Brook Chapel and Museum, Birkenhead Priory and the Williamson Art Gallery.
Whatever your age or interest there is plenty to see and do at the Museums of Cheshire.
Monday, 8 September 2014
Lucy's School of Dance - Gresford
**NEW DANCE CLASSES - LUCY'S SCHOOL OF DANCE**
Musical Theatre classes
are fun and energetic and great for children who may be a little shy but are desperate to be little performers!
are fun and energetic and great for children who may be a little shy but are desperate to be little performers!
* Monday night *
4pm - age 3 1/2 - 5
4:30pm - age 6-8
5:15pm - age 9+
Ballet
is great for developing imagination, posture, strength and flexibility.
*Thursday night*
2:45pm - Baby ballet from age 2 1/2...
3:20pm - age 3+4
3:50pm - age 5 +6
4:20pm - age 7+
Classes are held in The Church House, Gresford, Wrexham (it is located opposite All Saints Church)
Contact Lucy for more information - 07983887064
Sunday, 7 September 2014
Brand new family martial arts centre - Wrexham
Ady Jones Tae Kwon Do school is opening a brand new Family Martial Arts centre in Wrexham, less than 5 minutes from the A483.
The Family Martial Arts Centre is the first of its kind to open in Wrexham and boasts a full matted training area of over 2, 400 square feet, as well as a fully enclosed mezzanine viewing area and café, changing facilities and a gym area.
Classes are available seven days a week, catering for children aged 3 years up to adults. Including beginners, juniors, ladies only classes and family classes.
Open weekend - Saturday 13th and Sunday 14th September, 10am - 4pm.
Receive a voucher for 4 free lessons without obligations this weekend only!
Unit 4A, Abbey Road North, Wrexham Industrial Estate, Wrexham, LL13 9RX.
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Ady Jones is a 6th Degree Black Belt and Double World Champion. Ady Jones Tae Kwon Do schools currently train over 200 students and area affiliated with the Taekwondo Association of Great Britain. Many of the students go on to win medals and championships internationally.
For more information on classes or to see a timetable visit: www.livetaekwondo.co.uk or call Ady on 07968 542174
The Family Martial Arts Centre is the first of its kind to open in Wrexham and boasts a full matted training area of over 2, 400 square feet, as well as a fully enclosed mezzanine viewing area and café, changing facilities and a gym area.
Classes are available seven days a week, catering for children aged 3 years up to adults. Including beginners, juniors, ladies only classes and family classes.
Open weekend - Saturday 13th and Sunday 14th September, 10am - 4pm.
Receive a voucher for 4 free lessons without obligations this weekend only!
Unit 4A, Abbey Road North, Wrexham Industrial Estate, Wrexham, LL13 9RX.
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Ady Jones is a 6th Degree Black Belt and Double World Champion. Ady Jones Tae Kwon Do schools currently train over 200 students and area affiliated with the Taekwondo Association of Great Britain. Many of the students go on to win medals and championships internationally.
For more information on classes or to see a timetable visit: www.livetaekwondo.co.uk or call Ady on 07968 542174
Saturday, 6 September 2014
Frozen in the Woods this half-term - Cheshire Falconry
Frozen in the Woods - October Half Term
The performance is a 25 minute experience where audience will be walked through our frozen woodland to our performance area where they will be seated and introduced to Princess Elsa. The audience will then see Princess Elsa perform the hit song "Let It Go", and afterwards will have the opportunity to meet and have their photograph taken with her should they bring their own camera along.
The show is an undercover outdoor show, so warm clothing may be necessary.
The price is £10 per child (with one free adult per child) - children under 2 years old are free with any paid ticket.
Shows will be running everyday between 25th October 2014 and 2nd November 2014 at Cheshire Falconry.
FROZEN TICKETS WILL BE AVAILABLE FROM SATURDAY 6TH SEPTEMBER PLEASE CALL 01606882223
Found on: http://www.holidaypirates.com/others/frozen-in-the-woods-october-half-term-just-gbp-10-per-person?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=cheap+holidays&utm_campaign=hp.com
Cheshire Falconry Facebook page
The performance is a 25 minute experience where audience will be walked through our frozen woodland to our performance area where they will be seated and introduced to Princess Elsa. The audience will then see Princess Elsa perform the hit song "Let It Go", and afterwards will have the opportunity to meet and have their photograph taken with her should they bring their own camera along.
The show is an undercover outdoor show, so warm clothing may be necessary.
The price is £10 per child (with one free adult per child) - children under 2 years old are free with any paid ticket.
Shows will be running everyday between 25th October 2014 and 2nd November 2014 at Cheshire Falconry.
FROZEN TICKETS WILL BE AVAILABLE FROM SATURDAY 6TH SEPTEMBER PLEASE CALL 01606882223
Found on: http://www.holidaypirates.com/others/frozen-in-the-woods-october-half-term-just-gbp-10-per-person?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=cheap+holidays&utm_campaign=hp.com
Cheshire Falconry Facebook page
Friday, 5 September 2014
Wrexham shoe shops on the move!
If you ever shop for shoes for your little one in the Wrexham area please be aware that:
- Brantano on Island Green (next to TK Maxx) has now closed down.
The nearest stores are Shrewsbury and Broughton (nr Chester). If you work for the NHS, don't forget to take your payslip as you can get discount!
- Clarks in has moved from Regent Street to a new and larger store on Eagles Meadow (near Dorothy Perkins, Next and Debenhams).
- Brantano on Island Green (next to TK Maxx) has now closed down.
The nearest stores are Shrewsbury and Broughton (nr Chester). If you work for the NHS, don't forget to take your payslip as you can get discount!
- Clarks in has moved from Regent Street to a new and larger store on Eagles Meadow (near Dorothy Perkins, Next and Debenhams).
Tuesday, 2 September 2014
Chester Zoo on TV - Wednesday 3rd September
First showing at 9pm on Wednesday 3 September, Our Zoo, is a six-part BBC drama following the inspiring story of Chester Zoo's founder George Mottershead and his family in the 1930s.
With incredible single-mindedness, George Mottershead drove himself and his family to realise his ambition to transform a ramshackle house on the outskirts of Chester into a unique visitor attraction that would change forever the way zoos kept animals.
The drama follows George’s inspiring and challenging journey as he moves his wife, two young daughters and parents - along with a monkey and a parrot - into a draughty old stately home. With a derelict plot of land, mounting debts, no resources or manpower and a concerted campaign from the local villagers to halt George's plans entirely.
It’s a race against time for the Mottersheads to build and open their zoo before the harsh winter sets in - or the bailiffs arrive.
See the trailer at: http://www.chesterzoo.org/global/about-us/our-zoo-bbc-drama
With incredible single-mindedness, George Mottershead drove himself and his family to realise his ambition to transform a ramshackle house on the outskirts of Chester into a unique visitor attraction that would change forever the way zoos kept animals.
The drama follows George’s inspiring and challenging journey as he moves his wife, two young daughters and parents - along with a monkey and a parrot - into a draughty old stately home. With a derelict plot of land, mounting debts, no resources or manpower and a concerted campaign from the local villagers to halt George's plans entirely.
It’s a race against time for the Mottersheads to build and open their zoo before the harsh winter sets in - or the bailiffs arrive.
See the trailer at: http://www.chesterzoo.org/global/about-us/our-zoo-bbc-drama
Sunday, 31 August 2014
Saturday, 30 August 2014
Malpas Vintage Weekend 6-7th September
The first Malpas Yesteryear Rally was held in 1972 and is now held annually on the second weekend after the August Bank Holiday. This year it is 6th-7th September; Gates open at 10am ad close at 5pm.
It is held at Hampton, Malpas, Cheshire. Alongside the A41, fourteen miles south of Chester, six miles north of Whitchurch, Shropshire. Post Code SY14 8JN.
There are about a thousand exhibits including:
- Tractors and Barn Engines
- Working Displays
- Vintage Cars and Motorcycles
- Woodsawing and Threshing
- Demonstration of steam
- Traditional skill demostrations
- Commerical and Military Vehicles
- Bicycles / Prams
- Auto Jumble and Trace Stands
- Craft and Model Tents
- Heavy Haulage Displays
- Family Entertainment
- Refreshments and Bar Available
There is also an old time fairground and other family entertainments. Plenty for all the family to see and enjoy.
Gate prices Adult £9, Seniors £8, Children £4, under 5s free. A family ticket is £24.
Dogs welcome on leads.
Public camping available.
http://www.malpas-yesteryear-rally.co.uk/rally.htm
It is held at Hampton, Malpas, Cheshire. Alongside the A41, fourteen miles south of Chester, six miles north of Whitchurch, Shropshire. Post Code SY14 8JN.
There are about a thousand exhibits including:
- Tractors and Barn Engines
- Working Displays
- Vintage Cars and Motorcycles
- Woodsawing and Threshing
- Demonstration of steam
- Traditional skill demostrations
- Commerical and Military Vehicles
- Bicycles / Prams
- Auto Jumble and Trace Stands
- Craft and Model Tents
- Heavy Haulage Displays
- Family Entertainment
- Refreshments and Bar Available
There is also an old time fairground and other family entertainments. Plenty for all the family to see and enjoy.
Gate prices Adult £9, Seniors £8, Children £4, under 5s free. A family ticket is £24.
Dogs welcome on leads.
Public camping available.
http://www.malpas-yesteryear-rally.co.uk/rally.htm
Tuesday, 26 August 2014
Thank you visit from Guide Dog Association
Thank you so much for bringing in your plastic milk bottle tops. The Guide Dog Association have been so impressed that they are coming to visit to say thank you!
Lin Stapley and Woody the guide dog will be coming in on Thursday 4th September 2014 at 10am to meet the children.
However, we still have more to collect so please carry on bringing the washed plastic milk bottle tops and put them in the container near the classroom door.
Thank you!
Lin Stapley and Woody the guide dog will be coming in on Thursday 4th September 2014 at 10am to meet the children.
However, we still have more to collect so please carry on bringing the washed plastic milk bottle tops and put them in the container near the classroom door.
Thank you!
Wednesday, 20 August 2014
G'day! - all about the land of Oz
Last week the classroom children spent the week learning about Australia.
They designed their own boomerangs, had Australian flag paint-on tattoos, listened to a didgeridoo but the highlight must have been the BBQ and bushtucker trial food!
Mealworm smoothie, Bug surprise, fish eyes and Witchetty grubs were all on the menu for the children to brave....
and here are the Queen and King of the Bushtucker trial!
This week they are learning all about China!
Sunday, 17 August 2014
Nursery closed Bank Holiday Monday - Reminder
Just a reminder that the nursery will be closed on Monday 25th August for the public holiday.
Wednesday, 13 August 2014
"Let it go!" - Sing a long with Frozen at Wrexham Odeon from Friday
As part of Odeon Kids there will be special Sing-a-Long showings of Disney's Frozen film each day from Friday 15th August until Thursday 21st August at Wrexham Eagles Meadow Odeon.
The film starts at 11am, and tickets are £2.50 per person as it is a Kids Club price - bargain!
So be prepared to join in with 'Do you want to build a snowman?' and belt out 'Let it go' for a fun time at the flicks (ear plugs not included!)!
For more information on Wrexham Eagles Meadow Odeon visit: http://www.odeon.co.uk/cinemas/wrexham_eagles_meadow/173/
For more information on Odeon Kids and future films planned visit: http://www.odeon.co.uk/kids/
Pay and Display parking is available at Eagles Meadow and up to three hours is £4.40, or Crescent Road car park, which is close by, is £1.50 for three hours or more.
The film starts at 11am, and tickets are £2.50 per person as it is a Kids Club price - bargain!
So be prepared to join in with 'Do you want to build a snowman?' and belt out 'Let it go' for a fun time at the flicks (ear plugs not included!)!
For more information on Wrexham Eagles Meadow Odeon visit: http://www.odeon.co.uk/cinemas/wrexham_eagles_meadow/173/
For more information on Odeon Kids and future films planned visit: http://www.odeon.co.uk/kids/
Pay and Display parking is available at Eagles Meadow and up to three hours is £4.40, or Crescent Road car park, which is close by, is £1.50 for three hours or more.
Monday, 11 August 2014
Dancing Diggers at MOD Stafford Open Day - 30 Aug 2014
Catch the only UK appearance of the JCB dancing diggers at the MOD Stafford Open Day
Follow JCB Kids Facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/jcbkids?fref=nf
Oh no it's the Gruffalo - Theatr Clwyd
Don’t miss Tall Stories’ hit musical stage adaptation of the award winning picture book, The Gruffalo by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler.
Meet a wheeler-dealer Fox, an eccentric old Owl and a maraca-shaking, party mad Snake! Mouse can scare these hungry animals away with tall stories of the terrifying Gruffalo, but what happens when he comes face to face with the very creature he imagined...?
The Gruffalo is the perfect family treat with plenty of songs, laughs and scary fun for children aged 3+ and their grown-ups.
Watch a sneak preview online at www.gruffalolive.com
£11 p. ticket
Running time: 55 minutes (no interval)
Shows from 30 September – 04 October 2014
- 1.30pm & 4.30pm Tuesday
- 10.30am & 4.30pm Thursday – Friday
- 10am & 12pm Saturday -
Theatr Clwyd, Mold - See more at: http://www.clwyd-theatr-cymru.co.uk/en/whats_on/event/38572#sthash.s3YGZUEr.dpuf
Note from a parent:
Before booking tickets please watch the sneak preview online (see link above) because the costumes are not like the characters in the books and are a bit more imaginative and this might not suit every child who is expecting the usual Gruffalo costume!
Meet a wheeler-dealer Fox, an eccentric old Owl and a maraca-shaking, party mad Snake! Mouse can scare these hungry animals away with tall stories of the terrifying Gruffalo, but what happens when he comes face to face with the very creature he imagined...?
The Gruffalo is the perfect family treat with plenty of songs, laughs and scary fun for children aged 3+ and their grown-ups.
Watch a sneak preview online at www.gruffalolive.com
£11 p. ticket
Running time: 55 minutes (no interval)
Shows from 30 September – 04 October 2014
- 1.30pm & 4.30pm Tuesday
- 10.30am & 4.30pm Thursday – Friday
- 10am & 12pm Saturday -
Theatr Clwyd, Mold - See more at: http://www.clwyd-theatr-cymru.co.uk/en/whats_on/event/38572#sthash.s3YGZUEr.dpuf
Note from a parent:
Before booking tickets please watch the sneak preview online (see link above) because the costumes are not like the characters in the books and are a bit more imaginative and this might not suit every child who is expecting the usual Gruffalo costume!
Sunday, 10 August 2014
There was an old woman who lived in a shoe - Theatr Clwyd
There’s a problem with shoes. They keep getting mixed up. That man has a welly on one foot, and a fluffy slipper on the other. The woman over there is wearing a flip flop and a football boot. Some people don’t have any shoes at all! What’s going on? Has that woman who lives in a shoe got anything to do with this?
Help us find out in Oily Cart’s beautiful new show for children from 3 to 5, their families and friends.
Join us on a journey through the sights, scents textures and sounds of this multi-sensory Oily Cart Wonderland in the company of a live musician, plenty of puppets and all sorts of shoes.
From Oily Cart, the company who brought you Mr and Mrs Moon last year.
www.oilycart.org.uk
Suitable for 3 – 5 year old.
Dates: 20 – 31 January 2015
- See more at: http://www.clwyd-theatr-cymru.co.uk/en/whats_on/event/37972#sthash.Y75Y2R2p.dpuf
Theatr Clwyd, Mold, Flintshire.
Help us find out in Oily Cart’s beautiful new show for children from 3 to 5, their families and friends.
Join us on a journey through the sights, scents textures and sounds of this multi-sensory Oily Cart Wonderland in the company of a live musician, plenty of puppets and all sorts of shoes.
From Oily Cart, the company who brought you Mr and Mrs Moon last year.
www.oilycart.org.uk
Suitable for 3 – 5 year old.
Dates: 20 – 31 January 2015
- See more at: http://www.clwyd-theatr-cymru.co.uk/en/whats_on/event/37972#sthash.Y75Y2R2p.dpuf
Theatr Clwyd, Mold, Flintshire.
Friday, 8 August 2014
Farewell to Liz / ideas for new menu
This week we said a big thank you and farewell to Liz, our chef at the nursery, after 12 years!
Liz has semi-retired and is moving on to work part-time at The Marches School in Oswestry.
We have recruited a new chef who will be starting in a few weeks but in the meantime, it will be chef's Lynn and Sue in the kitchen preparing morning break and tea time meals!
Therefore we are reviewing our menu and we are looking for suggestions on what we can offer at break and tea time (4pm) so please pass on any ideas to the Nursery Office for consideration.
Liz has semi-retired and is moving on to work part-time at The Marches School in Oswestry.
We have recruited a new chef who will be starting in a few weeks but in the meantime, it will be chef's Lynn and Sue in the kitchen preparing morning break and tea time meals!
Therefore we are reviewing our menu and we are looking for suggestions on what we can offer at break and tea time (4pm) so please pass on any ideas to the Nursery Office for consideration.
Monday, 4 August 2014
Celebrity TV characters at Eagles Meadow in August - Wrexham
Every Tuesday in August, join one of your favourite TV characters, including Mike the Knight, Leo & Raph from Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Fireman Sam and Lau Lau from Waybuloo for a meet and greet event at Eagles Meadow Wrexham!
Visit the shopping centre where the characters will be appearing at intervals between 11am and 3.30pm don't forget your camera!
- Tuesday 5th August Mike the Knight
- Tuesday 12th August Leo and Raph from Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
- Tuesday 19th August Fireman Sam
- Tuesday 26 August - Lau Lau from Waybuloo
http://www.eagles-meadow.co.uk/events-digwyddiadau/554-celebrity-summer-at-eagles-meadow-shopping-centre
Eagles Meadow Shopping Centre in Wrexham has its own underground car park but if you are happy to walk a little way for a cheaper fare, use the Council's Crescent Road Car Park which is opposite Eagles Meadow (the Debenhams side) just up the road by the Mecca Bingo which is £1.50 over 2hrs and free after 3pm. For more details on the car park see: http://www.wrexham.gov.uk/english/travel/car_parks/town_centre_carparks.htm
Visit the shopping centre where the characters will be appearing at intervals between 11am and 3.30pm don't forget your camera!
- Tuesday 5th August Mike the Knight
- Tuesday 12th August Leo and Raph from Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
- Tuesday 19th August Fireman Sam
- Tuesday 26 August - Lau Lau from Waybuloo
http://www.eagles-meadow.co.uk/events-digwyddiadau/554-celebrity-summer-at-eagles-meadow-shopping-centre
Eagles Meadow Shopping Centre in Wrexham has its own underground car park but if you are happy to walk a little way for a cheaper fare, use the Council's Crescent Road Car Park which is opposite Eagles Meadow (the Debenhams side) just up the road by the Mecca Bingo which is £1.50 over 2hrs and free after 3pm. For more details on the car park see: http://www.wrexham.gov.uk/english/travel/car_parks/town_centre_carparks.htm
Sunday, 3 August 2014
Summer Raffle Update
A big thank you to all those who bought raffle tickets or donated prizes for our Summer Raffle.
A total of £371 was raised for the charitable funds!
If anyone has any suggestions on how we can spend the charitable funds please let us know!
Thank you
Peter Pan Nursery Parent Support Group
A total of £371 was raised for the charitable funds!
If anyone has any suggestions on how we can spend the charitable funds please let us know!
Thank you
Peter Pan Nursery Parent Support Group
Saturday, 2 August 2014
Little Howard's Big Show for Kids - Rhos, Wrexham
An award-winning children's show is coming to The Stiwt in Rhos, Wrexham.
Little Howard's Big Show for Kids, a BBC TV favourite on CBBC, is bringing its tour The Stiwt on Saturday 1st November 2014, at 2.00pm.
Tickets are priced at £16 for an adult and child, or £10 per adult and £8 per child.
Tickets can be purchased from the Stiwt Box Office: 01978 841300.
Visit the CBBC page: http://www.bbc.co.uk/cbbc/shows/little-howards-big-question
Visit the Tour page: http://www.littlehoward.co.uk/
Little Howard's Big Show for Kids, a BBC TV favourite on CBBC, is bringing its tour The Stiwt on Saturday 1st November 2014, at 2.00pm.
Tickets are priced at £16 for an adult and child, or £10 per adult and £8 per child.
Tickets can be purchased from the Stiwt Box Office: 01978 841300.
Visit the CBBC page: http://www.bbc.co.uk/cbbc/shows/little-howards-big-question
Visit the Tour page: http://www.littlehoward.co.uk/
Friday, 1 August 2014
Country of the week is India!
This week the country that the classroom children have been learning about is India!
They have been trying out dancing .....
They have been trying out dancing .....
and curry, poppadums and naan bread!
Wednesday, 30 July 2014
Open Day at Wrexham FC - Saturday 2nd August
Wrexham Football Club is holding an open day this weekend.
The Glyndwr Racecourse Stadium on Mold Road, Wrexham, plays host to the open day on Saturday between 10am and 2pm, where you can go along and watch a training session and get autographs / photos with the players.
A question and answer session will take place at 1pm with first-team manager, Kevin Wilkin, in the Centenary Club.
There will be opportunities to speak with players throughout the day and a barbecue will also be on offer.
There will be an exhibition on the 80th Gresford Mining Disaster, the army and fire brigade will be in attendance, and much more.
Entry is free of charge.
http://www.wrexhamafc.co.uk/news/article/open-day-advert-14.07.29-1790133.aspx
The Glyndwr Racecourse Stadium on Mold Road, Wrexham, plays host to the open day on Saturday between 10am and 2pm, where you can go along and watch a training session and get autographs / photos with the players.
A question and answer session will take place at 1pm with first-team manager, Kevin Wilkin, in the Centenary Club.
There will be opportunities to speak with players throughout the day and a barbecue will also be on offer.
There will be an exhibition on the 80th Gresford Mining Disaster, the army and fire brigade will be in attendance, and much more.
Entry is free of charge.
http://www.wrexhamafc.co.uk/news/article/open-day-advert-14.07.29-1790133.aspx
Tuesday, 29 July 2014
August Events at Wrexham Parks
Tuesday 5 August
Nant Mill – Big Duck Race Day
Lots of fun and games and a chance to win £50!
From 1.30pm All ages Some activities free
Wednesday 6 August
Ponciau Banks – Pop-up Puppets
Make easy pop-up puppets to amuse your friends
Drop in at the Bowling Pavilion from 1.30pm – 3.30pm
All ages £2.50
Wednesday 6 August
A|yn Waters – Finger Paint Creations
Messy & Fun
Drop in 1.30pm – 3.30pm All Ages £2.50
Thursday 7 August
Ty Mawr – Magnetic minibeasts, Make a magnet for your fridge!
Sessions from 1.30pm – 3.30pm
All ages £2.50
Tuesday 12 August
Nant Mill – Clay Birds
Drop in from 1.30-3.30pm All ages £2.50
Wednesday 13 August
Ponciau Banks – Professional BMX Coaching
A day of expert coaching.
10.00am – 3.30pm (bring packed lunch)
Age 7+ £3 Limited places.
Telephone 01978 844028 to book in advance
Wednesday 13 August
Alyn Waters – Family Orienteering
Have a go at our child friendly course
1.30pm – 3.30pm All Ages £2.50 per group
Thursday 14 August
Bellevue Park - Tennis Coaching
Learn from a qualified coach.,Meet at the courts
1.30pm – 3.30pm Ages 6-14 Free
Thursday 14 August
Ty Mawr – Puppets Pals - Make a simple puppet and star in your own show!
Sessions from 1.30pm – 3.30pm All ages £2.50
Tuesday 19 August
Nant Mill – Bug hotels -Make homes for garden creepy crawlies
Drop in from 1.30-3.30pm All ages £2.50
Wednesday 20 August
Alyn Waters – Fantastic Felts - Create great collages using felts.
Drop in 1.30pm – 3.30pm All Ages £2.50
Wednesday 20 August
Ponciau Banks – Lavender Bags - Make easy lavender bags to sweeten your home.
Drop in at the Bowling Pavilion from 1.30pm – 3.30pm
All ages £2.50
Thursday 21 August
Bellevue Park – Wood cookie art - Create colourful jewellery and sculptures
with wood
Meet by the play area 1.30pm – 3.30pm
All Ages £2.50
Thursday 21 August
Ty Mawr – Collage cards
Sessions from 1.30pm – 3.30pm
All ages £2.50
Tuesday 26 August
Acton – Tennis Coaching, Free Tennis Coaching
Meet at the courts
1pm – 3pm Free
Wednesday 27 August
Alyn Waters – Spoon People, Create your own spoon character.
Drop in 1.30pm – 3.30pm
All Ages £2.50
Thursday 28 August
Ty Mawr – Old Macdonald Day
See the animals, make a badge and have a tractor ride!
1.30pm – 3.30pm
All ages £3
Download the 2014 Events booklet: http://www.wrexham.gov.uk/assets/pdfs/countryside/events_2014.pdf
Nant Mill – Big Duck Race Day
Lots of fun and games and a chance to win £50!
From 1.30pm All ages Some activities free
Wednesday 6 August
Ponciau Banks – Pop-up Puppets
Make easy pop-up puppets to amuse your friends
Drop in at the Bowling Pavilion from 1.30pm – 3.30pm
All ages £2.50
Wednesday 6 August
A|yn Waters – Finger Paint Creations
Messy & Fun
Drop in 1.30pm – 3.30pm All Ages £2.50
Thursday 7 August
Ty Mawr – Magnetic minibeasts, Make a magnet for your fridge!
Sessions from 1.30pm – 3.30pm
All ages £2.50
Tuesday 12 August
Nant Mill – Clay Birds
Drop in from 1.30-3.30pm All ages £2.50
Wednesday 13 August
Ponciau Banks – Professional BMX Coaching
A day of expert coaching.
10.00am – 3.30pm (bring packed lunch)
Age 7+ £3 Limited places.
Telephone 01978 844028 to book in advance
Wednesday 13 August
Alyn Waters – Family Orienteering
Have a go at our child friendly course
1.30pm – 3.30pm All Ages £2.50 per group
Thursday 14 August
Bellevue Park - Tennis Coaching
Learn from a qualified coach.,Meet at the courts
1.30pm – 3.30pm Ages 6-14 Free
Thursday 14 August
Ty Mawr – Puppets Pals - Make a simple puppet and star in your own show!
Sessions from 1.30pm – 3.30pm All ages £2.50
Tuesday 19 August
Nant Mill – Bug hotels -Make homes for garden creepy crawlies
Drop in from 1.30-3.30pm All ages £2.50
Wednesday 20 August
Alyn Waters – Fantastic Felts - Create great collages using felts.
Drop in 1.30pm – 3.30pm All Ages £2.50
Wednesday 20 August
Ponciau Banks – Lavender Bags - Make easy lavender bags to sweeten your home.
Drop in at the Bowling Pavilion from 1.30pm – 3.30pm
All ages £2.50
Thursday 21 August
Bellevue Park – Wood cookie art - Create colourful jewellery and sculptures
with wood
Meet by the play area 1.30pm – 3.30pm
All Ages £2.50
Thursday 21 August
Ty Mawr – Collage cards
Sessions from 1.30pm – 3.30pm
All ages £2.50
Tuesday 26 August
Acton – Tennis Coaching, Free Tennis Coaching
Meet at the courts
1pm – 3pm Free
Wednesday 27 August
Alyn Waters – Spoon People, Create your own spoon character.
Drop in 1.30pm – 3.30pm
All Ages £2.50
Thursday 28 August
Ty Mawr – Old Macdonald Day
See the animals, make a badge and have a tractor ride!
1.30pm – 3.30pm
All ages £3
Download the 2014 Events booklet: http://www.wrexham.gov.uk/assets/pdfs/countryside/events_2014.pdf
Monday, 28 July 2014
Wrexfest 2014 - 1-2 Aug
Following last year's success Wrexfest is back!
The fun begins on 1st August, with an evening of live music and continues on the Saturday with a family fun day on Llwyn Isaf, (next to Public Library) Queen's Square (near BHS and Café Nero) and Saith Seren (pub).
There will be local bands, solo artists, dance groups, mini rides, bouncy castles, face painting, craft stalls, small business stalls and much more.
For more information visit the group Facebook page at:
https://www.facebook.com/events/1467059676864334/
The fun begins on 1st August, with an evening of live music and continues on the Saturday with a family fun day on Llwyn Isaf, (next to Public Library) Queen's Square (near BHS and Café Nero) and Saith Seren (pub).
There will be local bands, solo artists, dance groups, mini rides, bouncy castles, face painting, craft stalls, small business stalls and much more.
For more information visit the group Facebook page at:
https://www.facebook.com/events/1467059676864334/
Sunday, 27 July 2014
Ciao from the classroom children!
Over the summer the classroom children are learning about a different country each week.
This week was Italy and they had fun making pizzas....
This week was Italy and they had fun making pizzas....
...and fresh lemonade...
....delizioso!!
Saturday, 26 July 2014
CarFest at Oulton Park 1-3 August
The biggest and best festival of all things to do with the motor car returns to Oulton Park in August, all in aid of BBC's Children in Need and headed up by Radio 2 DJ, Chris Evans.
With more than 40 stalls, CarFest has become one of the summer's most family friendly and fun filled festivals, with a mix of amazing cars, live music and great festival food.
For more information visit: www.carfest.org
With more than 40 stalls, CarFest has become one of the summer's most family friendly and fun filled festivals, with a mix of amazing cars, live music and great festival food.
For more information visit: www.carfest.org
Friday, 25 July 2014
Family Saturdays in Chester
Every Saturday throughout July and August
The perfect solution to all those ‘what on Earth can we do with the children’ dilemmas, Family Saturdays takes over Chester’s Roman Amphitheatre every Saturday afternoon throughout July and August.
Fun-tastic, family-friendly and completely free, these sunny Saturday afternoons will see the amphitheatre transformed into an arena of gigantic games, epic storytelling and…the beach? Find out the answer to that burning question – just why a raven’s like a writing desk – at the Mad Hatter’s Tea Party, or mark the centenary of WW1 with themed activities and workshops. You may even spot a re-enacted Roman soldier or two as Chester’s ancient history is brought marching into the 21st century.
Simply pop down anytime between 12-4pm and join in!
26th July – Over the Top
2nd August – What did the Romans do for us?!
9th August – The Mad Hatter’s Tea Party
16th August – Gigantic Games!
23rd August – Summer Holidays
30th August – Fantasy, Folklore and Fairytales
Visit: http://www.mbnaguide.co.uk/familysaturdays/
The perfect solution to all those ‘what on Earth can we do with the children’ dilemmas, Family Saturdays takes over Chester’s Roman Amphitheatre every Saturday afternoon throughout July and August.
Fun-tastic, family-friendly and completely free, these sunny Saturday afternoons will see the amphitheatre transformed into an arena of gigantic games, epic storytelling and…the beach? Find out the answer to that burning question – just why a raven’s like a writing desk – at the Mad Hatter’s Tea Party, or mark the centenary of WW1 with themed activities and workshops. You may even spot a re-enacted Roman soldier or two as Chester’s ancient history is brought marching into the 21st century.
Simply pop down anytime between 12-4pm and join in!
26th July – Over the Top
2nd August – What did the Romans do for us?!
9th August – The Mad Hatter’s Tea Party
16th August – Gigantic Games!
23rd August – Summer Holidays
30th August – Fantasy, Folklore and Fairytales
Visit: http://www.mbnaguide.co.uk/familysaturdays/
Thursday, 24 July 2014
Children turn up to support JCB Marathon!
Esmor Davies will be driving his custom painted Welsh Dragon JCB over 2000 miles at a maximum speed of 28mph in order to raise money for the visually impaired. Some of the beneficiaries of his sponsored ride include the national charities Blind Veterans UK and Guide Dog Training School (which the classroom children are also supporting by collecting milk bottle tops).
The nursery children were thrilled to be able to get up so close to this special JCB and Esmor was kind enough to let them sit in the cab, and for some of the very brave children, even in the scoop!
He is hoping to raise over £100,000 so if you would like to donate to Esmor’s JCB Marathon please visit: https://www.justgiving.com/esmorsjcbmarathon/
Tuesday, 22 July 2014
Plassey's Craft and Country Fair Weekend - 26-27th July
On 26th and 27th July there will be more than 40 stalls of crafts, food and gifts joining the Plassey's resident shops.
There'll be children's crafts and activities in the tea garden, falconry displays, and a fun trail for families to complete, giving everyone the chance to be entered into a free prize draw for a children's goodie hamper.
Also, don't miss the exciting new Welsh castle themed Adventure Play Park which is free for all the children to enjoy.
Free entry and free parking.
Plassey Leisure Park, Eyton, Wrexham. Visit: www.plassey.com
There'll be children's crafts and activities in the tea garden, falconry displays, and a fun trail for families to complete, giving everyone the chance to be entered into a free prize draw for a children's goodie hamper.
Also, don't miss the exciting new Welsh castle themed Adventure Play Park which is free for all the children to enjoy.
Free entry and free parking.
Plassey Leisure Park, Eyton, Wrexham. Visit: www.plassey.com
Monday, 21 July 2014
Bug Bonanza at Chirk Castle
Explore the Chirk Castle Estate, discovering remote, quiet corners and go on a self-led or a guided bug hunt to discover the creatures that live there.
- 23rd and 30th July
- 6th, 13th, 20th and 27th August.
For more information see: http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/chirk-castle/things-to-see-and-do/events/
- 23rd and 30th July
- 6th, 13th, 20th and 27th August.
For more information see: http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/chirk-castle/things-to-see-and-do/events/
Sunday, 20 July 2014
Summer Raffle Reminder
Only a £1 per ticket to enter!
To remind you of the prizes here is a recent photo of the raffle prize table:
New Wow Board!
Have you noticed that the Wow Board has had a makeover?
It is now a wonderful peacock body (not unlike Percy the Peacock who lives in the hospital grounds!) but needs some feathers (colourful paper hands) adding with your little ones successes!
It is now a wonderful peacock body (not unlike Percy the Peacock who lives in the hospital grounds!) but needs some feathers (colourful paper hands) adding with your little ones successes!
Saturday, 19 July 2014
Elf and Fairy Wands - 23rd Jul 2014
Collect magical things from around the park to create your very own elf or fairy wand!
When: 23rd July 2014, 11.00-2.00
Where: Loggerheads Country Park, Mold, CH7 5LH
For more information and events visit: http://www.clwydianrangeanddeevalleyaonb.org.uk/events/ and click on the View 'Out and About 2014' directory.
When: 23rd July 2014, 11.00-2.00
Where: Loggerheads Country Park, Mold, CH7 5LH
For more information and events visit: http://www.clwydianrangeanddeevalleyaonb.org.uk/events/ and click on the View 'Out and About 2014' directory.
Friday, 18 July 2014
We need your milk bottle tops!
The classroom children are supporting the Guide Dogs for the Blind Association by collecting milk bottle tops as part of fundraising.
Please could you bring washed milk bottle tops and put them in the container near the classroom door (past the clothes storage unit)?
If we can fill a black bin bag then hopefully we can have a visit from a guide dog and someone from the Association!
Thank you!
Please could you bring washed milk bottle tops and put them in the container near the classroom door (past the clothes storage unit)?
If we can fill a black bin bag then hopefully we can have a visit from a guide dog and someone from the Association!
Thank you!
Thursday, 17 July 2014
Milkshake at Rhyl Pavilion - 11th August
Performance: Monday 11th August @ 1pm & 3.30pm
Ticket Prices: Adults £13, children £11, family ticket £44
Description: Starring some of your milkshake favourites this brand new musical spectacular is sure to have children up on their feet and singing at the top of their voices!
Joining this fantastic show will be two milkshake presenters, who will take us on a fun milkshake adventure; bound to dazzle and delight!
The show features brand new songs, classic favourites and funky dance routines, plus plenty of laughter, bags of audience interaction and bucket loads of fun for all the family too!
http://www.rhylpavilion.co.uk/?p=5540
Ticket Prices: Adults £13, children £11, family ticket £44
Description: Starring some of your milkshake favourites this brand new musical spectacular is sure to have children up on their feet and singing at the top of their voices!
Joining this fantastic show will be two milkshake presenters, who will take us on a fun milkshake adventure; bound to dazzle and delight!
The show features brand new songs, classic favourites and funky dance routines, plus plenty of laughter, bags of audience interaction and bucket loads of fun for all the family too!
http://www.rhylpavilion.co.uk/?p=5540
Tuesday, 15 July 2014
July Events at Wrexham Parks
Tuesday 22 July
Nant Mill – Summer sun catchers
Drop in from 1.30-3.30pm All ages £2.50
Wednesday 23 July
Ponciau Banks – Print a Pretty Picture, Easy to do for little ones too!
Drop in at the Bowling Pavilion from 1.30pm – 3.30pm
All ages £2.50
Wednesday 23 July
Alyn Waters – Clay Play
Fun with clay Sessions 1.30pm – 3.30pm All Ages £2.50
Thursday 24 July
Ty Mawr – Community Fun Day From 1.30pm All ages
Free entry Car park £2
Saturday 26 July
Bellevue Park - Offa Carnival
Community Carnival with a range of attractions
11.00am – 3.00pm Free entry
Tuesday 29 July
Nant Mill – Animal Bookmarks
Drop in from 1.30-3.30pm All ages £2.50
Wednesday 30 July
Alyn Waters – Beautiful Butterfly’s, Create a colourful butterfly - Drop in 1.30pm – 3.30pm
All Ages, £2.50
Thursday 31 July
Bellevue Park – Colour crowns, Make your own fancy crown!
Meet by the play area
1.30pm – 3.30pm All Ages £2.50
Thursday 31 July
Ty Mawr – Clay cows and pottery pigs!, Make a clay creature to take home
Sessions from 1.30 – 3.30pm All ages £2.50
Download the 2014 Events booklet: http://www.wrexham.gov.uk/assets/pdfs/countryside/events_2014.pdf
Nant Mill – Summer sun catchers
Drop in from 1.30-3.30pm All ages £2.50
Wednesday 23 July
Ponciau Banks – Print a Pretty Picture, Easy to do for little ones too!
Drop in at the Bowling Pavilion from 1.30pm – 3.30pm
All ages £2.50
Wednesday 23 July
Alyn Waters – Clay Play
Fun with clay Sessions 1.30pm – 3.30pm All Ages £2.50
Thursday 24 July
Ty Mawr – Community Fun Day From 1.30pm All ages
Free entry Car park £2
Saturday 26 July
Bellevue Park - Offa Carnival
Community Carnival with a range of attractions
11.00am – 3.00pm Free entry
Tuesday 29 July
Nant Mill – Animal Bookmarks
Drop in from 1.30-3.30pm All ages £2.50
Wednesday 30 July
Alyn Waters – Beautiful Butterfly’s, Create a colourful butterfly - Drop in 1.30pm – 3.30pm
All Ages, £2.50
Thursday 31 July
Bellevue Park – Colour crowns, Make your own fancy crown!
Meet by the play area
1.30pm – 3.30pm All Ages £2.50
Thursday 31 July
Ty Mawr – Clay cows and pottery pigs!, Make a clay creature to take home
Sessions from 1.30 – 3.30pm All ages £2.50
Download the 2014 Events booklet: http://www.wrexham.gov.uk/assets/pdfs/countryside/events_2014.pdf
Monday, 14 July 2014
A-Star Sports Summer Clubs
A-Star Sports, Wrexham, Oswestry & Whitchurch (WOW) are running some fun summer holiday club sessions suitable for ages 3 to 10 year olds. Lots of fun and games:
- Coedpoeth Parish Hall (LL11 3TD) on Mondays from 9:00am - 5:00pm (morning and afternoon sessions available). Dates: July 21st and 28th and August 4th 11th and 18th. Half day £12 and Full day £24.
- Canolfan Ceiriog Centre, Glyn Ceiriog on Fridays.
July 25th and August 1st, 8th, 15th and the 29th.
- St Margaret's Church Hall, Chester Road, Garden Village (LL11 2PW) on Mondays (9.00-11.30). Parents can leave their Children or Stay. Booking essential. Cost is £8.50. Drinks and fruit provided.
Contact Adrian on 07795691417 or email adrian.dunn@a-starsports.co.uk
Booking forms at www.a-starsports.co.uk/local-classes/wrexham-oswestry-whitchurch
Visit the Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/AStarSports.WOW
- Coedpoeth Parish Hall (LL11 3TD) on Mondays from 9:00am - 5:00pm (morning and afternoon sessions available). Dates: July 21st and 28th and August 4th 11th and 18th. Half day £12 and Full day £24.
- Canolfan Ceiriog Centre, Glyn Ceiriog on Fridays.
July 25th and August 1st, 8th, 15th and the 29th.
- St Margaret's Church Hall, Chester Road, Garden Village (LL11 2PW) on Mondays (9.00-11.30). Parents can leave their Children or Stay. Booking essential. Cost is £8.50. Drinks and fruit provided.
Contact Adrian on 07795691417 or email adrian.dunn@a-starsports.co.uk
Booking forms at www.a-starsports.co.uk/local-classes/wrexham-oswestry-whitchurch
Visit the Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/AStarSports.WOW
Sunday, 13 July 2014
Friday, 11 July 2014
Den building weekend at Chirk Castle - 12-13 July
Build a den, impress one of Chirk's rangers and tick another thing off your list of your '50 things to do before you're 11' list..
http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/chirk-castle/things-to-see-and-do/events/
http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/chirk-castle/things-to-see-and-do/events/
Thursday, 10 July 2014
Get messy at Wrexham Museum - 24th July
A messy craft session for three to six year olds will be held at Wrexham Museum on 24th July.
Come along to this drop in session to make two crafts to take home.
Booking is strongly advise on 01978 297460
Come along to this drop in session to make two crafts to take home.
Booking is strongly advise on 01978 297460
Wednesday, 9 July 2014
Day out with Thomas at Llangollen
Thomas the Tank Engine is back at Llangollen Railway Station.
This fun filled event offers children and their families the opportunity to take a ride with Thomas, meet the Fat Controller and enjoy trips on Thomas's friends.
2nd, 3rd, 7th and 10th August.
Visit: www.llangollen-railway.co.uk or call 01978 860979
This fun filled event offers children and their families the opportunity to take a ride with Thomas, meet the Fat Controller and enjoy trips on Thomas's friends.
2nd, 3rd, 7th and 10th August.
Visit: www.llangollen-railway.co.uk or call 01978 860979
Tuesday, 8 July 2014
Summer Events at Moreton Park Garden Centre
Keep the children entertained this summer at the Garden Centre…
Owl Roadshow
Visit members of Owl Rescue, along with a selection of real birds. This drop in roadshow will promote an awareness of the conservation needs of owls at home and abroad and of their natural habitats within the environment. Throughout the day there will be a rare opportunity to hold the owls (small donation to the Owl Charity required).This event is hosted by Owl Rescue. This is an organization dedicated to the care and rehabilitation of owls and other birds of prey together with education of conservation and the environment to make sure that these birds are around for the next generation. For more information on the work of the Owl Rescue organisation please visit their website www.owlrescue.co.uk
Pot a Plant
Thursday 7th August 10am to 11am
Decorate a terraocota pot, with paints and stickers. Pot a plant in your unique container to take home and watch grow..
Variety Entertainment Show
Thursday 14th August 9.30 to 11am
A variety entertainment show including comedy, magic, and balloon modeling with audience participation.
Reptile Roadshow
Thursday August 28th 9.30am to 10.30am
An exotic animal presentation, with around 40 animals including snakes, lizards and spiders. Touch, hold and learn about the animal environment, how they protect themselves and how adaption, natural selection and evolution have shaped the way they look and feel.
For the online booking form and to download the summer events brochure visit: http://www.moretonpark.com/summerevents
Owl Roadshow
- Saturday 19th July
- Saturday 26th July
Visit members of Owl Rescue, along with a selection of real birds. This drop in roadshow will promote an awareness of the conservation needs of owls at home and abroad and of their natural habitats within the environment. Throughout the day there will be a rare opportunity to hold the owls (small donation to the Owl Charity required).This event is hosted by Owl Rescue. This is an organization dedicated to the care and rehabilitation of owls and other birds of prey together with education of conservation and the environment to make sure that these birds are around for the next generation. For more information on the work of the Owl Rescue organisation please visit their website www.owlrescue.co.uk
Children’s Craft Session
- Wednesday 30th July 10am to 11 am
- Tuesday 19th August 10am to 11am
£3.50 per child BOOKING REQUIRED
Thursday 7th August 10am to 11am
Decorate a terraocota pot, with paints and stickers. Pot a plant in your unique container to take home and watch grow..
£3.50 per pot. All materials included. BOOKING REQUIRED
Variety Entertainment Show
Thursday 14th August 9.30 to 11am
A variety entertainment show including comedy, magic, and balloon modeling with audience participation.
£4 per child BOOKING REQUIRED
Reptile Roadshow
Thursday August 28th 9.30am to 10.30am
An exotic animal presentation, with around 40 animals including snakes, lizards and spiders. Touch, hold and learn about the animal environment, how they protect themselves and how adaption, natural selection and evolution have shaped the way they look and feel.
£4 per child (accompanying adult no charge) BOOKING REQUIRED
For the online booking form and to download the summer events brochure visit: http://www.moretonpark.com/summerevents
Friday, 4 July 2014
Fun at Ty Mawr - Sun 6th July
Ty Mawr Country Park, Cefn Mawr is hosting a funday for all the family in its barn, from 1pm until 3pm on Sunday 6th July 2014.
Activities on offer will include free face painting, glitter tattoos, games and refreshments.
Entry into the barn is free, with £1 entry per family for a treasure hunt.
For more information contact Julia Chaplin on 01978 366115
Activities on offer will include free face painting, glitter tattoos, games and refreshments.
Entry into the barn is free, with £1 entry per family for a treasure hunt.
For more information contact Julia Chaplin on 01978 366115
Thursday, 3 July 2014
Family Fun Day at Chester Races - 3rd August 2014
It is the 19th annual Family Fun Day on Sunday 3rd August.
Clutching BBQs and picnic hampers and with happy smiles on their faces, thousands will make their way onto the open course for a fabulous day of fun.
For racegoers and familes it is a fantastic value day out!
However, it’s the children who are in for a real treat as this year there will be even more free entertainment for little ones to enjoy.
http://www.chester-races.co.uk/racing/fixtures/mbna-family-funday-sunday-3-august
Clutching BBQs and picnic hampers and with happy smiles on their faces, thousands will make their way onto the open course for a fabulous day of fun.
For racegoers and familes it is a fantastic value day out!
However, it’s the children who are in for a real treat as this year there will be even more free entertainment for little ones to enjoy.
http://www.chester-races.co.uk/racing/fixtures/mbna-family-funday-sunday-3-august
Tuesday, 1 July 2014
Summer Raffle time!
It's time for our summer raffle so please check your child's bag for raffle tickets from today so that you don't miss out!
The draw will take place on 18th July 2014.
The main prizes will be a cash prize, a pamper hamper and a drinks hamper but keep your eye on the display table as there will also be many great smaller prizes too.
All money raised goes towards the Nursery Charity Fund which this year has allowed us to:
- put money aside for an outdoor shelter
- bought drums and wall chimes for the garden
- bought a wooden mushroom table and stools for the garden
- bought a new storage unit for the classroom enabling a storage area to be created for prams, buggies and car seats.
We are also looking into purchasing artificial grass to make some of the garden areas more user friendly in wet weather, so watch this space.
We are always looking for ideas on how best to spend the money so if you have any suggestions please do let us know!
The draw will take place on 18th July 2014.
The main prizes will be a cash prize, a pamper hamper and a drinks hamper but keep your eye on the display table as there will also be many great smaller prizes too.
All money raised goes towards the Nursery Charity Fund which this year has allowed us to:
- put money aside for an outdoor shelter
- bought drums and wall chimes for the garden
- bought a wooden mushroom table and stools for the garden
- bought a new storage unit for the classroom enabling a storage area to be created for prams, buggies and car seats.
We are also looking into purchasing artificial grass to make some of the garden areas more user friendly in wet weather, so watch this space.
We are always looking for ideas on how best to spend the money so if you have any suggestions please do let us know!
Monday, 30 June 2014
Winners announced for CILIP Carnegie and Kate Greenaway Children's Book Awards 2014
Kevin Brooks and Jon Klassen were announced as the winners of the 2014 CILIP Carnegie and Kate Greenaway Medals, the awards that authors and illustrators say that they 'most want to win'.
Brooks was awarded the CILIP Carnegie Medal for The Bunker Diary (Puffin), a fictional diary of a kidnapped boy held hostage in a bunker.
Klassen - the first Canadian to be awarded the prestigious illustration prize - won the CILIP Kate Greenaway Medal for This is Not My Hat (Walker Books), which sees a thieving fish get his comeuppance.
For the official press release see: http://carnegiegreenaway.org.uk/pressdesk/press.php?release=pres_2014_winner_announce.html
Brooks was awarded the CILIP Carnegie Medal for The Bunker Diary (Puffin), a fictional diary of a kidnapped boy held hostage in a bunker.
Klassen - the first Canadian to be awarded the prestigious illustration prize - won the CILIP Kate Greenaway Medal for This is Not My Hat (Walker Books), which sees a thieving fish get his comeuppance.
For the official press release see: http://carnegiegreenaway.org.uk/pressdesk/press.php?release=pres_2014_winner_announce.html
Sunday, 29 June 2014
Dragons at the flicks
Animated family adventure 'How To Train Your Dragon 2' sees Toothless and Hiccup fly back on to screens for another fantastical adventure.
Taking place five years after the first film, the story rejoins the Vikings and dragons as they live harmoniously on Berk enjoying races in the sky. During one of their high-flying games, Hiccup and Toothless encounter a herd of wild dragons led by a mysterious Dragon Rider and once again, they find themselves fighting to keep the peace in their kingdom.
'How To Train Your Dragon 2' features the voices of Jay Baruchel, Kristen Wiig, Jonah Hill and Gerard Butler.
Regional releases: 'How To Train Your Dragon 2' will be released on the June 27th in Scotland and Ireland. In England it will preview on the 28th - 29th June, the 4th-6th July and will be released on the 11th of July. Please check your local cinema for details.
Visit: https://www.howtotrainyourdragon.com/movies/how-to-train-your-dragon-2 for trailers, film information, games
Taking place five years after the first film, the story rejoins the Vikings and dragons as they live harmoniously on Berk enjoying races in the sky. During one of their high-flying games, Hiccup and Toothless encounter a herd of wild dragons led by a mysterious Dragon Rider and once again, they find themselves fighting to keep the peace in their kingdom.
'How To Train Your Dragon 2' features the voices of Jay Baruchel, Kristen Wiig, Jonah Hill and Gerard Butler.
Regional releases: 'How To Train Your Dragon 2' will be released on the June 27th in Scotland and Ireland. In England it will preview on the 28th - 29th June, the 4th-6th July and will be released on the 11th of July. Please check your local cinema for details.
Visit: https://www.howtotrainyourdragon.com/movies/how-to-train-your-dragon-2 for trailers, film information, games
Friday, 27 June 2014
Preparing for school and other transitions
We have already said goodbye to some of our classroom children as they graduate from our nursery to Primary School.
At least 35 children will leave us by the end of August so to prepare them for their next big adventure we have been organising lots of school type activities such dressing up in the local school jumpers and uniforms, bringing a packed lunch in, having a water bottle and talking about school in books and display work.
We are planning a classroom group photograph which will be taken before the end of term and presented along with a book as a farewell gift.
What about the other rooms?
The Baby room's and Toddler room will also experience some changes because as space allows some of the older children in each room will spend time in the next room up so they can familiarise themselves with the staff and new room. The time spent on transition varies according to a child's need as we have found some prefer a longer transition time (couple of days over weeks) and others prefer a very quick one. Please do talk to the staff if you have any concerns.
At least 35 children will leave us by the end of August so to prepare them for their next big adventure we have been organising lots of school type activities such dressing up in the local school jumpers and uniforms, bringing a packed lunch in, having a water bottle and talking about school in books and display work.
We are planning a classroom group photograph which will be taken before the end of term and presented along with a book as a farewell gift.
What about the other rooms?
The Baby room's and Toddler room will also experience some changes because as space allows some of the older children in each room will spend time in the next room up so they can familiarise themselves with the staff and new room. The time spent on transition varies according to a child's need as we have found some prefer a longer transition time (couple of days over weeks) and others prefer a very quick one. Please do talk to the staff if you have any concerns.
Get read to 'Wow' us across the nursery
The Wow board is now ready to be used across the whole nursery so pick up your leaves and discuss with your little one what they would like to put on, bring them in and hang them up for us all to see!
Feedback from parents already using it has been great and the nursery staff use them to share within the rooms.
For more information on the Wow Board please see the previous posts at: http://www.peterpannursery.blogspot.co.uk/search/label/Wow%20Board
Feedback from parents already using it has been great and the nursery staff use them to share within the rooms.
For more information on the Wow Board please see the previous posts at: http://www.peterpannursery.blogspot.co.uk/search/label/Wow%20Board
Building work at the nursery
You may have noticed all the scaffolding around the nursery at the moment. This is because we are getting a new roof over the classroom and toddler area. Please take care when entering and exiting the nursery where there are fences.
We are also hoping the work on the outdoor area soon. The supplies have all been purchased so we are just awaiting the roof to be done and then a date for the work to commence on creating a roof over the decking area to create shade in summer and shelter in the wetter times!
We are also hoping the work on the outdoor area soon. The supplies have all been purchased so we are just awaiting the roof to be done and then a date for the work to commence on creating a roof over the decking area to create shade in summer and shelter in the wetter times!
Chicken pox information
There have been quite a few children affected by the chicken pox virus recently so we thought that we should signpost you to a high quality health resource with information on the signs, symptoms and treatment.
http://www.nhs.uk/conditions/Chickenpox/Pages/Introduction.aspx
To prevent spreading the infection, please keep children off nursery until all the spots have crusted over, thank you.
http://www.nhs.uk/conditions/Chickenpox/Pages/Introduction.aspx
To prevent spreading the infection, please keep children off nursery until all the spots have crusted over, thank you.
Wednesday, 18 June 2014
Conwy Pirate Festival - 28-29th June
Grab your shipmates and join the fun and games in Conwy!
Pirate-themed activities include tug-of-war and sea shanty singing sessions!
For more information visit: http://conwypirates.co.uk/
Pirate-themed activities include tug-of-war and sea shanty singing sessions!
For more information visit: http://conwypirates.co.uk/
Sunday, 15 June 2014
We all love Mr Ginge!
Looking for Mr Ginge, the nursery cat, is one of the highlights of a entering the nursery for many of the children first thing in the morning. They love to stroke and make a fuss and he is very gentle and enjoys the attention.
We thought you might want to know a bit more about him:
His usual place is asleep either on the chair in the foyer (when it's hot) or in the nursery office, but he also has a bed in the summer house.
Mr Ginge adopted the nursery in 2012 following a dog attack where he was grabbed on the back. You may notice that he prefers being stroked on his head as a consequence of this. The vet's age guess would make him around four years old.
Apart from sleeping and attention he absolutely loves his Dreamie treats and chicken.
We thought you might want to know a bit more about him:
His usual place is asleep either on the chair in the foyer (when it's hot) or in the nursery office, but he also has a bed in the summer house.
Mr Ginge adopted the nursery in 2012 following a dog attack where he was grabbed on the back. You may notice that he prefers being stroked on his head as a consequence of this. The vet's age guess would make him around four years old.
Apart from sleeping and attention he absolutely loves his Dreamie treats and chicken.
Saturday, 14 June 2014
Chester's Midsummer Watch Parade, 21-22 June
The annual extravaganza is best known for its fantastic characters - dragons, green men, giants, angels, devils and even full-size elephants are among the characters that can be seen wandering the streets of Chester city centre.
This year's Midsummer Watch Parade will be held in Chester city centre on 21st and 22nd June, starting at 2pm.
Find out more about the parade and its history at www.midsummerwatch.co.uk
This year's Midsummer Watch Parade will be held in Chester city centre on 21st and 22nd June, starting at 2pm.
Find out more about the parade and its history at www.midsummerwatch.co.uk
Friday, 13 June 2014
New noticeboard for parents
Have you noticed the colourful 'buzzing' noticeboard as you come into the nursery?
This is a new board for parents to help explain the 'characteristics of learning' that are used every day with the children. We know that you are often rushing through, but if you get chance please do take a look at the information.
This is a new board for parents to help explain the 'characteristics of learning' that are used every day with the children. We know that you are often rushing through, but if you get chance please do take a look at the information.
Wednesday, 11 June 2014
You suggested, we bought....
A big thank you for all the money that you have helped us to raise over the last 18 months.
We are pleased to tell you that based on some great parent and staff suggestions we have recently purchased:
1. Garden drums and wall chimes (to be fitted in the outdoor area)
2. Toadstool table and chairs
3. Additional unit for storing coats and bags for the classroom to be able to use the small room near the nursery office as dedicated area for prams, buggies and car seats you need for pick-ups.
Please keep the great ideas coming!
We are pleased to tell you that based on some great parent and staff suggestions we have recently purchased:
1. Garden drums and wall chimes (to be fitted in the outdoor area)
2. Toadstool table and chairs
3. Additional unit for storing coats and bags for the classroom to be able to use the small room near the nursery office as dedicated area for prams, buggies and car seats you need for pick-ups.
Please keep the great ideas coming!
Tuesday, 10 June 2014
Parent Support Meeting 18 June @ 7pm
You are all invited to come along to the next Nursery Parent Support Group meeting which will be held on Wednesday 18th June 2014 at 7.00pm at the nursery.
We discuss fundraising activities, how to spend the charitable funds, and discuss ideas put forward by parents and staff for improving the nursery over a nice cup of tea and coffee.
We are very keen for new members to join this time as the existing group will be losing some of its members (our Treasurer and Blog editor) as their nursery children move on to school in September, so please do let us know if you are interested even if you cannot make the next meeting.
We only meet four times a year for about an hour, and outside of the the meetings it is up to you how much time you want to commit from designing a poster, liaising with the nursery office team, adding an event onto our blog (no IT skills needed!), shopping for raffle items, taking notes at the meeting or just contributing to the discussion at the meeting. In addition to supporting the nursery, you can also use it for personal development perhaps to support a new role or job application, or just to try out something new!
If you are unable to come next week but have any feedback or suggestions please leave these with the nursery office staff for the group to discuss.
Look forward to hearing from you!
Siobahn - Blog Editor
On behalf of the Parent Support Group
We discuss fundraising activities, how to spend the charitable funds, and discuss ideas put forward by parents and staff for improving the nursery over a nice cup of tea and coffee.
We are very keen for new members to join this time as the existing group will be losing some of its members (our Treasurer and Blog editor) as their nursery children move on to school in September, so please do let us know if you are interested even if you cannot make the next meeting.
We only meet four times a year for about an hour, and outside of the the meetings it is up to you how much time you want to commit from designing a poster, liaising with the nursery office team, adding an event onto our blog (no IT skills needed!), shopping for raffle items, taking notes at the meeting or just contributing to the discussion at the meeting. In addition to supporting the nursery, you can also use it for personal development perhaps to support a new role or job application, or just to try out something new!
If you are unable to come next week but have any feedback or suggestions please leave these with the nursery office staff for the group to discuss.
Look forward to hearing from you!
Siobahn - Blog Editor
On behalf of the Parent Support Group
Saturday, 7 June 2014
Summer Fayre - League of Friends, RJAH Hospital - 28th June
The annual League of Friends Summer Fayre will held on Saturday 28th June 2014, 12midday - 4.00pm at the hospital.
There will be:
Download the poster
For more information contact 01691 404401
There will be:
- live music
- refreshments / bar
- lots of stalls selling plants, cakes
- children's entertainment from Wyn the storyteller
Download the poster
For more information contact 01691 404401
Saturday, 31 May 2014
Get into swimming with Get Wet Swim Scheme!
Get into swimming with Get Wet Swim Scheme at Rhyn Park Swimming Pool, St Martins.
Free trial lesson and 10% discount off your first block of lessons!
Childrens' Swimming Lessons (30 min sessions for children aged 3+)
- Wednesdays 4.00-6.00pm
- Thursdays 4.30-6.00pm
- Fridays 5.00-6.00pm
- Saturdays 10.00-11.30am
Children are taught in small groups with teachers in the water and on the poolside.
For further details or to make a booking please contact Yvonne Edwards 07925 828580.
Free trial lesson and 10% discount off your first block of lessons!
Childrens' Swimming Lessons (30 min sessions for children aged 3+)
- Wednesdays 4.00-6.00pm
- Thursdays 4.30-6.00pm
- Fridays 5.00-6.00pm
- Saturdays 10.00-11.30am
Children are taught in small groups with teachers in the water and on the poolside.
For further details or to make a booking please contact Yvonne Edwards 07925 828580.
Tuesday, 27 May 2014
Wrexham FC 150th Anniversary Pop-Up Museum 29-31 May 2013
Are you a fan of Wrexham FC?
This May half term, don’t miss a chance to celebrate 150 years of your favourite football team at Eagles Meadow.
From Thursday 29th to Saturday 31st May, from 11am to 4pm, Eagles Meadow is hosting a special pop up Memorabilia Museum to celebrate 150 years of Wrexham FC!
There will be interactive exhibits based on some of the biggest moments in the clubs history, a memorabilia wall with items donated by Wrexham FC fans, famous firsts, a players tunnel and free family fun including table football tournaments and treasure hunts!
As part of the museum, we are appealing to fans for all manner of interesting artefacts including photographs, posters, football shirts, balls, clothing, equipment, cups, medals, sashes, certificates that may be out there. If fans can loan this to us, we will put it on display whilst the museum is open.
Visit the Eagles Meadow website at: http://www.eagles-meadow.co.uk/events-digwyddiadau/253-150-years-of-wrexham-fc
This May half term, don’t miss a chance to celebrate 150 years of your favourite football team at Eagles Meadow.
From Thursday 29th to Saturday 31st May, from 11am to 4pm, Eagles Meadow is hosting a special pop up Memorabilia Museum to celebrate 150 years of Wrexham FC!
There will be interactive exhibits based on some of the biggest moments in the clubs history, a memorabilia wall with items donated by Wrexham FC fans, famous firsts, a players tunnel and free family fun including table football tournaments and treasure hunts!
As part of the museum, we are appealing to fans for all manner of interesting artefacts including photographs, posters, football shirts, balls, clothing, equipment, cups, medals, sashes, certificates that may be out there. If fans can loan this to us, we will put it on display whilst the museum is open.
Visit the Eagles Meadow website at: http://www.eagles-meadow.co.uk/events-digwyddiadau/253-150-years-of-wrexham-fc
Saturday, 24 May 2014
Day out with Thomas, 31st May - 1st June
Thomas the Tank Engine returns to Llangollen Railway Station!
Children and their families can take a ride with Thomas, meet the fat controller and enjoy trips aboard Thomas' friends.
Visit: http://www.llangollen-railway.co.uk/event.php?id=152 for more information and tickets.
Children and their families can take a ride with Thomas, meet the fat controller and enjoy trips aboard Thomas' friends.
Visit: http://www.llangollen-railway.co.uk/event.php?id=152 for more information and tickets.
Friday, 23 May 2014
Cheshire's Amazed by Science events
Venues across Cheshire are hosting an 'Amazed by Science week of events for all ages:
Visit: http://amazedbyscience.co.uk/events for the various events but they include rockets, stargazing and all about bees!
Visit: http://amazedbyscience.co.uk/events for the various events but they include rockets, stargazing and all about bees!
Thursday, 22 May 2014
Sheep shearing and woolly wonders at Ty Mawr - 29 May
Watch sheep shearing and spinning and try wool crafts at Ty Mawr on Thursday 29th May 2014.
Sessions from 1.30 - 3.30 pm (all ages)
Sessions from 1.30 - 3.30 pm (all ages)
Wednesday, 21 May 2014
Are you brave enough to hold a snake or tarantula?
Are you brave enough to hold a snake or a tarantula, a scorpion or a lizard?
Simon Airey brings his array of exotic animals to Powys Castle
Wednesday, 28 May 2014 12pm - 3:15 pm Free event (normal admission charges apply)
More Information: Ruth Scutter, 01938 551929, ruth.scutter@nationaltrust.org.uk
Simon Airey brings his array of exotic animals to Powys Castle
Wednesday, 28 May 2014 12pm - 3:15 pm Free event (normal admission charges apply)
More Information: Ruth Scutter, 01938 551929, ruth.scutter@nationaltrust.org.uk
Tuesday, 20 May 2014
Hay Rack Farm - perfect for kids (and parents) after Cheshire Oaks shopping!
Have you ever braved Cheshire Oaks Shopping Village (near Ellesmere Port) with the kids, perhaps to get kitted out for bargain clothes or Clarks shoes from the outlet store and need somewhere to chill where the kids can play?
Well we've found a small farm just a few minutes drive from Cheshire Oaks that is perfect for them to have fun and for you to unwind after shopping!
Hay Rack Café and Farm can be found at Church Farm on the A5117 approximately a mile from Cheshire Oaks so only a few minutes drive back towards the motorway, over the roundabout , take the exit signposted Stanlow, past the posh car dealerships and follow the road until you see the sign on the right (opposite the Stanlow processing plant).
There's a farm shop, a tack shop, a café which does Kelly's ice cream, homemade cakes, sandwiches and hot food, cold/hot drinks. In a corner of the café is an area where children can paint ceramics (charges apply) or for a small entry charge of £1 per adult or child over the age of 2, you can go through the café to the outside area where there is a play area with climbing frames, slides and sit on tractors as well as lots of animals to see!
You can buy food at £1 a bag for a variety of animals including donkeys, goats, chickens, rabbits and ducks. At this time of year there are still some lambs which can be fed (supervised by staff) by the children using bottles of milk.
Visit their Facebook page
Visit their Website
Well we've found a small farm just a few minutes drive from Cheshire Oaks that is perfect for them to have fun and for you to unwind after shopping!
Hay Rack Café and Farm can be found at Church Farm on the A5117 approximately a mile from Cheshire Oaks so only a few minutes drive back towards the motorway, over the roundabout , take the exit signposted Stanlow, past the posh car dealerships and follow the road until you see the sign on the right (opposite the Stanlow processing plant).
There's a farm shop, a tack shop, a café which does Kelly's ice cream, homemade cakes, sandwiches and hot food, cold/hot drinks. In a corner of the café is an area where children can paint ceramics (charges apply) or for a small entry charge of £1 per adult or child over the age of 2, you can go through the café to the outside area where there is a play area with climbing frames, slides and sit on tractors as well as lots of animals to see!
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| Feeding the kids! |
You can buy food at £1 a bag for a variety of animals including donkeys, goats, chickens, rabbits and ducks. At this time of year there are still some lambs which can be fed (supervised by staff) by the children using bottles of milk.
Visit their Facebook page
Visit their Website
Monday, 19 May 2014
Postman Pat: the movie - opening in cinemas 23rd May 2014
Postman Pat: the movie will be opening in cinemas on 23rd May 2014.
Synopsis
The film finds Pat, everyone’s favourite postman, coming face-to-face with the temptations of money, status and a shiny new suit when he enters a national TV talent show competition that threatens to tear him away from his hometown of Greendale and his family and friends.
What happens when kindness meets selfishness? When local fame meets Global notoriety? Will a nice cup of tea be kicked aside by a Frappacapacino?
Pat is set to find out as he falls for the age-old temptation of the grass being greener…
View the trailer at: http://www.postmanpatthemovieuk.co.uk/index.html
Synopsis
The film finds Pat, everyone’s favourite postman, coming face-to-face with the temptations of money, status and a shiny new suit when he enters a national TV talent show competition that threatens to tear him away from his hometown of Greendale and his family and friends.
What happens when kindness meets selfishness? When local fame meets Global notoriety? Will a nice cup of tea be kicked aside by a Frappacapacino?
Pat is set to find out as he falls for the age-old temptation of the grass being greener…
View the trailer at: http://www.postmanpatthemovieuk.co.uk/index.html
Saturday, 17 May 2014
NCT Chester Nearly New Sale, 7th June 2014
The next NCT Chester Nearly New Sale will be on Saturday 7th June 2014 at Blacon High School, Melbourne Rd, Chester, CH1 5JH
Open to all 12.00 - 1:30pm
(early entry 11.30 for NCT members)
For information email: NNS.Chester@nct.org.uk
Open to all 12.00 - 1:30pm
(early entry 11.30 for NCT members)
For information email: NNS.Chester@nct.org.uk
Sunday, 11 May 2014
Pond dipping and Bug hunting, 17-18 May at Powys Castle
Hunt for creepy crawlies, under rocks and logs in Powys wilderness, or catch dragonflies, skaters and waterboatmen and discover what lurks in the waters of the Stable Pond!
17th-18th May at Powys Castle, normal admission applies, £2 per activity
More Information: Ruth Scutter, 01938 551929, ruth.scutter@nationaltrust.org.uk
17th-18th May at Powys Castle, normal admission applies, £2 per activity
More Information: Ruth Scutter, 01938 551929, ruth.scutter@nationaltrust.org.uk
Friday, 9 May 2014
Ding Dong!
In case you haven't already noticed we now have a new door bell at the main door. You now need to press the 'Call' button for the buzzer to sound inside.
Art for All - 10th May, nr Llangollen
Art for all is a community art project at the World Heritage Site, Pontcysyllte.
The project needs your help and ideas to brighten up the pathway from Wimbourne Gate to Trevor Wharf. So go along to the first of many free and interactive community arts sessions being held over the coming months and help decide which artist will lead the work.
When: Saturday 10th May 2014, 10.30am - 2.30pm
Where: Trevor and Garth Community Centre
Open to all ages and abilities.
Lunch time refreshments provided.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
For further information on this event ring: Ceri Postle on 01978 292450
http://www.pontcysyllte-aqueduct.co.uk/en-gb/events/2014/may/art-for-all-wimbourne-gate-community-art-project/
The project needs your help and ideas to brighten up the pathway from Wimbourne Gate to Trevor Wharf. So go along to the first of many free and interactive community arts sessions being held over the coming months and help decide which artist will lead the work.
When: Saturday 10th May 2014, 10.30am - 2.30pm
Where: Trevor and Garth Community Centre
Open to all ages and abilities.
Lunch time refreshments provided.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
For further information on this event ring: Ceri Postle on 01978 292450
http://www.pontcysyllte-aqueduct.co.uk/en-gb/events/2014/may/art-for-all-wimbourne-gate-community-art-project/
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