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SUMMARY:Open Doors Poetry with Leanne Moden
DESCRIPTION:Visit the studio on the top floor of the National Civil War Centre where Open Doors artist-in-residence\, Leanne Moden\, has been writing poems\, stories and scripts based on the museum’s collections. \nWhile you’re there\, try your hand at Leanne’s self-led wordy arts and crafts. \nOpen Doors is a programme of arts activity that is part of the heritage and culture offer in Newark and Sherwood. In 2023\, the Palace Theatre and the National Civil War Centre were awarded funding from Arts Council England to become National Portfolio Organisations. The three-year programme\, Open Doors\, increases creative opportunities for young people and underserved groups\, and helps us support the needs and interests of our communities. \nLeanne has also written Newark Book Festival a beautiful 10th Birthday Poem\, I Know You. You can read and watch a reading of the full poem here.  \nSuitable for all ages. Children must be accompanied by an adult during their visit.
URL:https://www.newarkbookfestival.org.uk/event/open-doors-poetry-with-leanne-moden/
LOCATION:National Civil War Centre (Upstairs)\, National Civil War Centre\, 14 Appleton Gate\, Newark\, Nottinghamshire\, NG24 1JY
CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Family Friendly,Free Event,Workshop
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260711
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260713
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SUMMARY:Meet Peter Rabbit at Waterstones Newark
DESCRIPTION:Join the team at Waterstones Newark for a weekend of hopping good fun! Meet Peter Rabbit and join the hunt to find the squad of cute and cool characters who have escaped and hidden around the store. Can you find them all to win a sweet treat? A family-friendly activity with appearances from the childhood classic character. \nPeter Rabbit will be spotted at intervals throughout the weekend: \n\nSaturday 11th July: 10am\, 2pm and 4pm\nSunday 12th July: 11am\, 1pm and 3pm
URL:https://www.newarkbookfestival.org.uk/event/meet-peter-rabbit-at-waterstones-newark/
LOCATION:Waterstones Newark\, Waterstones Newark\, 36 Stodman Street\, Newark\, Nottinghamshire\, NG24 1AW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Free Event
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SUMMARY:The Singing Mermaid - Rhubarb Theatre
DESCRIPTION:Dive into a magical undersea adventure with professional actor Kirsty Baker from Rhubarb Theatre. The Singing Mermaid will captivate you with her lively interactive storytelling before you get hands-on in a creative workshop\, perfect for sparking young imaginations. \nThere are three free sessions to join\, but booking is required: \n\nBook Tickets: 9am – 10am\nBook Tickets: 10.30am – 11.30am\nBook Tickets: 12pm – 1pm
URL:https://www.newarkbookfestival.org.uk/event/the-singing-mermaid-rhubarb-theatre/
LOCATION:St Mary Magdalene Church\, Church Walk\, Newark\, NG24 1JS
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Free Event
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260711T130000
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SUMMARY:The Doodling Poet
DESCRIPTION:Expect laughter\, creativity\, and a whirlwind of imagination with Chris White\, writer\, illustrator\, and performance poet from Derby. Known as The Doodling Poet\, Chris brings his books\, including The A–Z of Completely Made-Up Dinosaurs and Don’t Put Dave in the Microwave!\, to life.  \nPacked with doodles and poems\, you’re invited to draw\, write\, and let your imagination run wild. Find The Doodling Poet pop-up in and around Newark Library.
URL:https://www.newarkbookfestival.org.uk/event/the-doodling-poet/
LOCATION:Newark Library\, Newark Library\, Beaumond Gardens\, Baldertongate\, Newark\, Nottinghamshire\, NG24 1UW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Free Event
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260711T113000
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SUMMARY:The Singing Mermaid - Rhubarb Theatre
DESCRIPTION:Dive into a magical undersea adventure with professional actor Kirsty Baker from Rhubarb Theatre. The Singing Mermaid will captivate you with her lively interactive storytelling before you get hands-on in a creative workshop\, perfect for sparking young imaginations. \nThere are three free sessions to join\, but booking is required: \n\nBook Tickets: 9am – 10am\nBook Tickets: 10.30am – 11.30am\nBook Tickets: 12pm – 1pm
URL:https://www.newarkbookfestival.org.uk/event/the-singing-mermaid-rhubarb-theatre-2/
LOCATION:St Mary Magdalene Church\, Church Walk\, Newark\, NG24 1JS
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Free Event
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260711T120000
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SUMMARY:The Storm Cloud - Frances Stickley
DESCRIPTION:Listen to the story of The Storm Cloud\, read by children’s book author Frances Stickley\, before having some fun with arts and crafts to make your own Storm Cloud dreamcatcher to take home and finish. \nPerfect for children aged 5+\, join us for a free family-friendly event as part of Newark Book Festival in the children’s section of Newark Library. No need to book! Just turn up for the start time to catch the start of the story.
URL:https://www.newarkbookfestival.org.uk/event/the-storm-cloud-frances-stickley/
LOCATION:Newark Library Children’s Area\, Beaumond Gardens\, Balderton Gate\, Newark\, NG24 1UW
CATEGORIES:Book Reading,Family Friendly,Free Event
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SUMMARY:The Singing Mermaid - Rhubarb Theatre
DESCRIPTION:Dive into a magical undersea adventure with professional actor Kirsty Baker from Rhubarb Theatre. The Singing Mermaid will captivate you with her lively interactive storytelling before you get hands-on in a creative workshop\, perfect for sparking young imaginations. \nThere are three free sessions to join\, but booking is required: \n\nBook Tickets: 9am – 10am\nBook Tickets: 10.30am – 11.30am\nBook Tickets: 12pm – 1pm
URL:https://www.newarkbookfestival.org.uk/event/the-singing-mermaid-rhubarb-theatre-3/
LOCATION:St Mary Magdalene Church\, Church Walk\, Newark\, NG24 1JS
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Free Event
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