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Our sites have loads of fantastic events going on over the autumn half term - and lots of them are FREE. Make sure you don't miss out. Check out the rundown of what's on below. You can find out about more events across Stoke-on-Trent at https://www.stoke.gov.uk/events. See the previous 'council news' bulletin for information about what's on at our museums.
Libraries
There’s lots going on at the city’s libraries this half term, including a big celebration of reading and writing. Activities include:
• The Mysterious Case of the Four Quarters – Monday, October 28 to Wednesday, October 30. FREE. Guardians of a mysterious book will take over Stoke-on-Trent libraries this half term as part of a new project celebrating reading and writing. The characters from The Mysterious Case of the Four Quarters will take families on a secret mission among the bookshelves as they tell the tale of a magical world facing its darkest hour. In a world where stories come to life, failure could mean the world is never the same again.
These performances will form part of the Adventures With Words project - put together by Stoke-On-Trent libraries and arts organisation B arts. There will be four shows each day. The Mysterious Case of the Four Quarters tickets must be booked in advance by contacting your local library. The performance is suitable for children aged five to 14 and children under eight years old must be accompanied by a parent or carer. Shows last approximately 30 minutes and will move around the library area. More information can be found at https://www.stoke.gov.uk/adventureswithwords.
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• Spooky story time and craft session – Stoke Library – Wednesday, October 30, 1.30pm to 3pm. FREE. Listen to spooky stories and create some spine-tingling Halloween crafts. This is a free family activity. Children under eight will need to be accompanied by a parent or carer.
• Storytime and craft sessions – Bentilee, City Central and Stoke Libraries – Saturday, November 2, 11am to 12pm.
• We’re Going On A Bear Hunt / Small Talk family fun day – Central Forest Park – Friday, November 1, 10am to 3pm. The Little Library Van will be at this event organised by the National Literacy Trust. The activities celebrate the 30th anniversary of beloved children’s book We're Going on a Bear Hunt. Children who take part in the activities will be given a free tote bag to take home, filled with goodies including a new book, bubbles, activity sheets and a fridge magnet. Details at https://literacytrust.org.uk/news
Across all city libraries, there will also be the usual weekly story bears, singing bears, and bouncing bears activities.
For more details, visit www.stoke.gov.uk/libraries (follow the link to children’s library services) or www.facebook.com/stokeontrentlibraries
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Leisure centres
There are also events going on in our leisure centres - check out some of these activities:
Dimensions Leisure Centre
• Halloween Blood Pool Party – Thursday, October 31, 5.30pm to 7pm or 7.30pm to 9pm. There will be loads of spooktacular activities going on throughout the party, including arts and crafts, pumpkin carving and a fancy dress competition.
Also, staff will be dressed up in spooky costumes to make the party even more special. Limited availability - to book tickets, please call 01782 233500 or pop in and speak to the reception team.
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• Port Vale Foundation Football Camp – Monday, October 28 to Friday, November 1 – 9am to 3.30pm. Pre-paid, £12 per day / £50 per week. On the day, £14 per day / £60 per week. Book now by calling 01782 757066. For more information, email foundation.trust@port-vale.co.uk.
• Port Vale Foundation Girls Only Football – Tuesday, October 29 and Thursday, October 31 – 9am to 3.30pm. Pre-paid, £12 per day / £20 both days. On the day, £14 per day / £25 both days. Book now by calling 01782 757066. For more information, email foundation.trust@port-vale.co.uk.
New Horizons Sport and Leisure Centre
This autumn, New Horizons has an offer of any half term activity session for £2.50 or two sessions for only £3.50. T's & C's apply, please speak to a member of the team for more information.
• Floats & toys family fun swim. Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 12pm to 4pm. Tuesday and Thursday, 10am to 4pm. Get ready for some of the best family fun, with lots of toys and floats in the water.
• Bouncy castle and sports hall games. Monday to Friday, 12pm to 4pm. Bounce a ball or bounce yourself! The bouncy castle is available every day. Games include indoor football, basketball, badminton, table tennis, and other activities.
Please note: The centre will open the pool from 10am to 4pm on both Tuesday and Thursday for the family fun swim. The aqua run sessions will not be running this half term.
For more details call 01782 235037.
For more information about our leisure centres, visit https://www.stoke.gov.uk/leisure.
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Markets
• Halloween Spooktacular – Stoke market – Wednesday, October 30, 10.30am to 3pm. The market is holding a FREE indoor trick or treat and bug hunt.
• Halloween activities – Longton market – Wednesday, October 30 and Friday, November 1, 10am to 2pm. Face painting, balloon modelling, and spooky treasure hunt with prizes and a colouring station. All activities are free.
https://www.stoke.gov.uk/markets
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