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Glorius Gosepl - a Singing Saturday
18-02-2012 - 18-02-2012
Come and experience the uplifting sound of Gospel music, from gorgeous melodies and harmonies to rhythms...
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Phil Cool
18-02-2012 - 18-02-2012
The original Mr. Rubber Face, Phil can metamorphose with ease from the Pope to Sylvester Stallone ......
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Mike Gunn & Sean Collins: Still on the Roadshow
18-02-2012 - 18-02-2012
Two of the UK's most sought after stand-ups have teamed up to present a unique double-headline show....
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Grace Ellen & Friends
18-02-2012 - 18-02-2012
Enjoy the smouldering, sultry tones of Grace Ellen and her band for an evening of songs from the Great...
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Stephanie Oade and Jennie-Helen Moston
18-02-2012 - 18-02-2012
This much acclaimed duo will perform Faure's Elegie, Macmillan's Kiss on Wood, Schumann Adagio and Allegro...
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The Little Big Club
18-02-2012 - 18-02-2012
A fantastic new show from Hit Entertainment and Premier Productions featuring Bob The Builder, Barney,...
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Heart to Heart
18-02-2012 - 18-02-2012
Valentine Special PMG Live Ltd presents - HEART TO HEART An Evening of Classic Love Songs Hosted...
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Livewire - The AC/DC Show
18-02-2012 - 18-02-2012
Live/Wire - The AC/DC show with a big difference! Both the Bon Scott & Brian Johnson eras of the band...
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The Phoenix and the Carpet
18-02-2012 - 18-02-2012
On a cold November night, four adventurous children set off through old London town to buy a new carpet,...
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DLI Dads
18-02-2012 - 18-02-2012
Feeling Creative? Go and join DLI for some fun, hands on activities! Activities for Dads and their...
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Adult Overnight Bushcraft Experience at Cragside with Wild Harmony
18-02-2012 - 18-02-2012
Want adventure in the outdoors? Get in to bushcraft. Choose from either a family taster course or an...
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Make a Bug Box
18-02-2012 - 18-02-2012
Get back to nature at half-term with children's activities such as Making a Bug Box. Create a cosy...
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The Grinning Idiot Comedy Club
18-02-2012 - 18-02-2012
The Grinning Idiot is quickly establishing itself an enviable reputation as providing the best nights...
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UP (U)
18-02-2012 - 18-02-2012
By tying thousands of balloon to his home, 78-year-old Carl Fredricksen sets out to fulfill his lifelong...
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The Leland Schmidt String Quartet
18-02-2012 - 18-02-2012
After their sellout show in aid of the Clarence Adoo Trust, the Leland Schmidt Quartet return once more...
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Billy Goats Gruff
17-02-2012 - 18-02-2012
This is the simple story of three hungry goats and a grumpy old troll. Watch out for the dance of the...
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Get Going at Wallington
17-02-2012 - 18-02-2012
Come along and find out about the many volunteering opportunities available here at Wallington, from...
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Awesome Activities: Colour Wheel
18-02-2012 - 19-02-2012
Join Locomotion's Learning Team to create a railway-themed collage. Supported by PPG Aerospace.Choose...
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Birthday Blaze
18-02-2012 - 19-02-2012
A FREE celebration taking place on Grey Street. Deep inside Theatre Royal a figure is busy, conjuring...
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Drawing Inspiration
16-02-2012 - 18-02-2012
After the success of hosting the Turner Prize 2011, BALTIC Centre for Contemporary Art and its team of...
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Footloose
15-02-2012 - 18-02-2012
Students from Queen’s Campus Durham University’s Infinity Musical Theatre Society present the smash-hit...
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Alvin and The Chipmunks - Chipwrecked (U)
17-02-2012 - 20-02-2012
Animated comedy starring the voices of Justin Long, Matthew Gray Gubler and Jesse McCartney. Playing...
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Bombay Beach
18-02-2012 - 21-02-2012
First-time director Alma Har’el’s innovative, ethereal and distinctive documentary focuses...
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All The Fun of the Fair
14-02-2012 - 18-02-2012
Following a record breaking West End season TV's newest EastEnders star, David Essex leads the cast of...
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Tynemouth Amateur Operatic Society presents Annie
14-02-2012 - 18-02-2012
Last staged to great acclaim by Tynemouth AOS in 1996, Annie is a Broadway musical based upon the popular...
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Blyth Valley Scouts Gang Show
14-02-2012 - 18-02-2012
The Blyth Valley Gang Show is a family variety show, and the aim of the show is to give young people...
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J. Edgar (15)
17-02-2012 - 22-02-2012
Academy Award-winning director Clint Eastwood returns with this richly detailed biopic exploring the...
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The Iron Lady (12A)
18-02-2012 - 23-02-2012
The story of Margaret Thatcher, a woman who smashed through the barriers of gender and class to be heard...
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The Descendants (15)
17-02-2012 - 23-02-2012
The king of grown up American Indie comedy Alexander Payne (Sideways, About Schmidt) teams up with Hollywood’s...
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The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo (18)
17-02-2012 - 23-02-2012
This English-language adaptation of the Swedish novel by Stieg Larsson follows a disgraced journalist,...
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Carnage (15)
17-02-2012 - 23-02-2012
Roman Polanski returns with this wickedly funny pop at the middle classes starring Kate Winslet, Christoph...
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Man on a Ledge (12A)
17-02-2012 - 23-02-2012
As a police psychologist works to talk down an ex-con who is threatening to jump from a Manhattan hotel...
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Water Wizards
11-02-2012 - 19-02-2012
Get hands on and investigate the wonder of water for yourself. Just like Lord Armstrong you can experiment...
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February Half Term activities
11-02-2012 - 19-02-2012
Activities will include wildflower planting, willow weaving, beehive and honey making demonstrations.
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Special House Opening
11-02-2012 - 19-02-2012
Your chance to look around the House at Wallington before the new season officially starts. There will...
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The Muppets (U)
10-02-2012 - 23-02-2012
With the help of three fans, The Muppets must reunite to save their old theater from a greedy oil tycoon. SATURDAY...
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TICKET OFFER
16-02-2012 - 02-03-2012
Queen's Hall Arts Centre in Hexham is offering you the chance to see one of the following productions...
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Nativities by Zoe Cooper
14-02-2012 - 03-03-2012
Directed by Max Roberts Nativities is a darkly comic new play set in the world of petty office politics,...
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Journey 2: The Mysterious Land (PG)
03-02-2012 - 23-02-2012
Sean Anderson partners with his mom's boyfriend on a mission to find his grandfather, who is thought...
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History of the City Library Exhibition
28-01-2012 - 22-02-2012
Level 6, City Library Photographic exhibition charting the history of Newcastle City Library from...
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Fabric of Dance
21-01-2012 - 18-02-2012
An Installation by November Club in Gallery One. A celebration of form and dance, drawing on the sculptural...
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Lampworking Courses
28-01-2012 - 25-02-2012
Ever wanted to try making coloured glass beads like the Venetians? This is an opportunity to try the...
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Wild at Heart
30-01-2012 - 27-02-2012
An exhibition of paintings and sketches of British birds by Newcastle based artist Vanessa Foley. "I...
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Northern Region Film & TV Archives
11-02-2012 - 10-03-2012
Gallery Two will be showing historic television from the 40s, 60s and 70s of Northumberland and Newcastle...
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Silver Jewellery Courses - Beginners
18-01-2012 - 22-02-2012
Develop ideas and designs to make one-off silver jewellery. There is also a chance to learn about silver...
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Free Newsreel shows
01-02-2012 - 08-03-2012
The Tyneside’s Birthday Newsreel Screening daily until Thu 8 March February 1937....
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Silver Jewellery Courses - Intermediates
18-01-2012 - 29-02-2012
Develop ideas and designs to make one-off silver jewellery. There is also a chance to learn about silver...
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Kalki Mansel Glass
12-01-2012 - 29-02-2012
A chance to see unusual glass pieces by former University of Sunderland graduate Kalki Mansel, as well...
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Tea Dance
10-01-2012 - 28-02-2012
A weekly event at BATH. Enjoy an afternoon of dancing in the Eden Theatre, under the expert guidance...
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Holocaust Memorial Day Exhibitions
09-01-2012 - 29-02-2012
The Artefacts Exhibition Level 2, City Library A fascinating exhibition of wartime artefacts compiled...
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Cluster Arts Exhibition
16-01-2012 - 09-03-2012
A unique exhibition of contemporary work inspired by the area’s industrial heritage. Among the slumbering...
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The Thursday Singers
26-01-2012 - 22-03-2012
A new daytime choir in Berwick for adults who like to sing... with Alison Coates & Anne Suggate The...
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Shared Skies
03-01-2012 - 29-02-2012
Cultures from all over the world have looked and wondered and told stories about the night sky, the sun...
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Un-dress: Re-dress
08-02-2012 - 07-04-2012
Science and design come together in an exhibition of innovation in contemporary costume. Using ‘smart...
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Designer Bookbinders Exhibition
20-01-2012 - 23-03-2012
The Designer Bookbinders UK exhibition highlights the skill of the hand-bound book with some outstanding...
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Recycled Glass Jewellery
22-01-2012 - 30-03-2012
Create a beautiful brooch, necklace or bracelet from recycled glass bottles and jars or other items....
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Gibside Food & Craft Market
07-01-2012 - 17-03-2012
Tasty seasonal produce and high quality crafts from local farmers and producers on the first and third...
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Silver Singers Stanley
16-01-2012 - 26-03-2012
If you’re 50+ and love to sing, this is the workshop for you. No auditions or sight-reading ability needed...
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Salsa Beginners
10-01-2012 - 27-03-2012
Salsa is a fiery and flirtatious style of dance. Whether you come with friends, a partner or alone,...
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SPECTRUM: Animation Club for young people
14-01-2012 - 31-03-2012
SPECTRUM NGC's digital art club for young people. During 12 sessions you will create and develop animation...
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Make-it
11-02-2012 - 29-04-2012
Brand new exploratory activities! Make-it Interactive Zone - Saturday 11 February - Sunday 29 April Lots...
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Health Walk
07-12-2011 - 25-02-2012
Join Gibsides ongoing programme of health walks. Exercise at an easy pace with a friendly group and the...
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Shakespeare in Art
28-01-2012 - 21-04-2012
To celebrate the 175th birthday of Newcastle’s Theatre Royal in 2012, the Laing will host an exhibition...
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19th Century Art in Newcastle
11-02-2012 - 06-05-2012
During the 19th century, Newcastle was home to a thriving art world. This exhibition explores the work...
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Itinerant Drawing from Latin America curated by Tanya Barson
25-11-2011 - 19-02-2012
This exhibition presents the work of artists from across Latin America who share an engagement with the...
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The Peripatetic School: Itinerant Drawing from Latin America
25-11-2011 - 19-02-2012
Curated by Tanya Barson for the Drawing Room. This exhibition presents the work of artists from across...
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My Transporter Bridge
21-11-2011 - 19-02-2012
To mark the 100th birthday of the Transporter Bridge mima has teamed up with the Evening Gazette to launch...
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Between Dimensions: The representation of the object
25-11-2011 - 24-02-2012
mima’s major winter exhibition Between Dimensions showcases still life works from the collections of...
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All-white still life plinth
25-11-2011 - 24-02-2012
Use mima's drawing resources to create your own response to the bespoke all-white still life plinth situated...
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Free Guided Tours
14-01-2012 - 14-04-2012
The Tyneside Cinema is a unique and historic building that’s well worth seeing first-hand. You...
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Medieval Mixture
28-01-2012 - 28-04-2012
Join this friendly, enthusiastic group to enjoy singing medieval & renaissance music. Some sight reading...
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What Friends have done for Middlesbrough: A 5th birthday exhibition
18-11-2011 - 19-02-2012
It’s mima’s birthday on 27 January 2012 and we’ve decided to celebrate! This exhibition will look deep...
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mini mima
17-11-2011 - 19-02-2012
A fun interactive session with art activities, free play, circle time and refreshments for 0-4s and their...
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Saturday Art Trolley
14-11-2011 - 19-02-2012
Hands-on creative sessions, suitable for all the family. Work with Jackie, mima’s Trolley Leader,...
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Once upon a time...
10-02-2012 - 18-05-2012
When10 Feb – 18 May 2012 Where City Library, Newcastle upon Tyne (map) Description Level...
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Once upon a time...
10-02-2012 - 18-05-2012
Level 4, City Library A display of beautifully illustrated classic books for children, including children’s...
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Classics
11-02-2012 - 20-05-2012
Life’s classic hands on exhibits will once again be in use, including the sound mirrors, magnet table,...
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Ancient Wisdom
11-02-2012 - 20-05-2012
Find out what the ancients did for us. Shoot down a castle wall with a Roman catapult and see how...
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Northern City Renaissance
21-01-2012 - 06-05-2012
Centred on Sting’s commissioned painting 'Northern City Renaissance, Newcastle, England' (2004-2008)...
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Sunlit Pleasures: Painting in Newlyn & St Ives
Killhope - The North Of England Lead Mining Museum
02-02-2012 - 22-05-2012
Between about 1880 and 1930, the small Cornish fishing village of Newlyn became a magnet for artists....
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The Railway Rascals
09-02-2012 - 31-05-2012
Thursdays from 10.15 – 11.30am (during term-time) Join Geraldine for stories, singing and fun craft...
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Public Conservation of Sunderland Art Collection
Sunderland Museum & Winter Gardens
16-02-2012 - 07-06-2012
Visitors will be able to watch as delicate conservation work is carried out on paintings from the Sunderland...
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Olympic Posters
11-02-2012 - 05-06-2012
The 1972 Munich Olympic Games was supported, for the first time, by an advertising campaign using posters...
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Sun Down at Gibside - Beer Garden & Pub
30-12-2011 - 27-04-2012
Back by popular demand, probably the biggest family beer garden in Gateshead. Relax outdoors with crackling...
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Dutch Landscapes: Paintings from the Royal Collection
12-11-2011 - 11-03-2012
Dutch Landscapes: Paintings from the Royal Collection, brings together 38 remarkable works from the ‘golden...
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Art for Sunderland
Sunderland Museum & Winter Gardens
28-01-2012 - 05-06-2012
This exhibition tells the story of how the paintings collection at Sunderland Museum & Winter Gardens...
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Winter Gardens
Sunderland Museum & Winter Gardens
01-11-2011 - 31-03-2012
Come and experience a garden for all seasons, and discover the plants that feed, clothe and protect us...
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The Railway Rascals
09-02-2012 - 12-07-2012
Join Tracy for stories, singing and fun craft activities in the Children’s Gallery. Socialise with...
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Cullercoats: An Artists' Colony by the Sea
Segedunum Roman Fort, Baths and Museum
22-10-2011 - 15-04-2012
The small fishing village of Cullercoats was once the centre of a thriving artistic community. Its story...
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Glass Jewellery
29-09-2011 - 05-04-2012
Produce your own one-off glass jewellery using kiln forming techniques. Through experimentation you will...
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Cultural Quayside Hunt
16-09-2011 - 31-03-2012
Explore concealed streets, admire eclectic architecture and stop by tucked away taverns. HiddenCity...
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Alien Egg Hunt
Woodhorn Museum and Northumberland Archives
11-02-2012 - 01-09-2012
Help save Woodhorn from an Alien Invasion! One of the alien from our Invasion exhibition has escaped...
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Invasion!
Woodhorn Museum and Northumberland Archives
11-02-2012 - 03-09-2012
If the world of sci-fi holds a special place in your heart, and the possibility of maybe one day standing...
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We Are Astronomers
05-09-2011 - 31-03-2012
Do you know what an astronomer does? This spectacular full-dome show will lead you into their exciting...
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In the Limelight: Newcastle's Theatrical History
04-02-2012 - 16-09-2012
Celebrating the 175th Anniversary of Newcastle’s Theatre Royal, Discovery Museum will explore the...
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City Centre Reading Groups
01-08-2011 - 31-03-2012
City Library We meet on the first Monday each month, 6:30pm – 7:30pm. For more information...
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Graphic Novel Reading Group
01-08-2011 - 31-03-2012
The Newcastle Graphic Novel Reading Group now meets every two weeks on a Tuesday between 6:00 -...
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Poetry Reading Group
01-08-2011 - 31-03-2012
We meet on the second Wednesday of each month between 6:30pm - 7:45pm. For more information contact Sharon...
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VIP Reading Group, Monday afternoon at Mea House
01-08-2011 - 31-03-2012
Run by library staff in partnership with the Newcastle Society for Blind People (NSBP). We are a small,...
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The Sunderland Room
01-08-2011 - 31-03-2012
National Glass Centre is pleased to present the new improved Sunderland Room, now with a permanent exhibition...
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One to One Glass Blowing
01-08-2011 - 31-03-2012
The 'One to One' Glass Blowing package offers an unforgettable, intensive, 'hands on' glass blowing experience...
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History Talks Programme
Sunderland Museum & Winter Gardens
16-02-2012 - 02-12-2012
These talks are brought to the museum by the Friends of Sunderland Museums (FOSUMS). Everyone is welcome,...
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Saturday Art Classes for Over 8s
07-01-2012 - 01-12-2012
10.30am - 12pm. On the first Saturday of each month, come and join us in some Saturday art fun for...
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Watercolour Gems
16-07-2011 - 13-06-2012
Some of the biggest names in British watercolours of the 18th and 19th centuries are included in the...
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Charles Dickens' 200th Anniversary: Model House
28-01-2012 - 31-12-2012
Sat 28 Jan 12 - Mon 31 Dec 12 A display of Dickens-related objects to mark the anniversary, including...
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Portrait: 1600 - 2000
04-02-2012 - 31-01-2013
Featuring portraits in a range of styles, from the 17th century right up to the present day, this exhibition...
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Tiny Tweeties
02-09-2011 - 31-08-2012
Early years development specialists Tiny Tweeties will be bringing their own unique brand of fun-packed...
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Deep Sea
01-04-2011 - 31-03-2012
Plunge to the ocean depths to search for whales, giant squid and other creatures of the deep. This is...
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King James Bible
08-04-2011 - 08-04-2012
The Treasures of St Cuthbert are joined by some of the biblical rarities from the Cathedral’s collections...
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Outdoor Art - Budding Artist Programme
21-08-2011 - 21-08-2012
Children can join us in The Garden to paint, sketch, collage and draw to their heart's content with our...
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Barnaby Barford, The Big Win
03-09-2011 - 23-09-2012
Barnaby Barford, the artist who creates unique ceramic narrative pieces reflecting today’s society,...
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Bespoke Glass Workshops and Projects
01-07-2011 - 31-07-2012
National Glass Centre is able to deliver practical workshops and projects in glass to schools, colleges,...
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Self-led Visits for School Groups
01-07-2011 - 31-07-2012
There is no charge for groups to visit under their own steam. A range of information and supporting materials...
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Teacher CPD Sessions
01-07-2011 - 31-07-2012
National Glass Centre is able to deliver practical Continuing Professional Development sessions to groups...
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School Workshops
01-07-2011 - 31-07-2012
Explore & Create: History of Sunderland Tuesdays or Thursdays (during term time) 10.00am - 12.30pm EXPLORE:...
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School Workshops
01-07-2011 - 31-07-2012
Changing States, Science of Glass Creative Workshops Suitable for Key Stages 1 and 2 Tuesdays/ Thursdays...
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The Station Gardens
19-10-2011 - 19-12-2012
The Museum now has its very own Station Gardens, and next to the old railway track there is a new wildflower...
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The Wagon Shed
22-10-2011 - 31-12-2012
The new Wagon Shed at the Sidings holds two railway wagons which originate from the early 20th century...
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Human Life Exhibition - permanent
01-01-2011 - 01-04-2012
Ever wondered how Eskimos manage to live in the Arctic, how you find water in the depths of the desert...
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What's your story: Discovering Family History
11-02-2011 - 27-05-2012
This exciting new exhibition will celebrate family histories of local people and equip people with the...
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Watercolour: Works from the Shipley Collection
19-01-2012 - 18-05-2013
A new exhibition showcasing highlights from the Shipley’s 19th and 20th century British watercolour...
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Drawing in the gallery
01-01-2011 - 01-01-2013
mima welcomes individual observational drawing in the galleries and around the building. So why not...
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Conservation Workshop
01-09-2011 - 01-09-2013
Get a great view of NRM Shildon's rail restoration projects from the viewing platform in the Collection...
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Tea Dance
29-11-2011 - 17-12-2013
Weekly event. Enjoy an afternoon of dancing in the Eden Theatre, under the expert guidance of John Beaty....
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Young Explorers' Zone
19-02-2011 - 19-02-2015
A NEW hands-on area at Life for under 7s. Are you looking for exciting activities to...
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Human Life Exhibition
01-01-2008 - 01-01-2015
Ever wondered how Eskimos manage to live in the Arctic, how you find water in the depths of the desert...
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