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SUMMARY:Rap School Poetic Flow with Rob Bradley
DESCRIPTION:In The Rap School\, Rob combines the power of poetry\, rhythm\, and performance to help young people find their voice through rap. Kicking things off with a live freestyle using words from the audience\, Rob sets the stage with his signature wit\, wordplay\, and infectious energy. \nExplore key techniques of rap writing\, from rhyme and rhythm to flow and lyricism\, and craft your own original verses during the workshop before taking to the stage to perform your rap in a supportive and inspiring atmosphere—boosting confidence and showcasing talent. \nRob has performed across the globe—from New York’s underground clubs to major festivals across Europe. He’s given multiple TEDx talks and is celebrated for his compelling storytelling and unmatched freestyle skills. Drawing on influences like The Fugees\, 2Pac and The Notorious B.I.G.\, Rob’s work is all about truth\, creativity\, and connection. \nPerfect for teens and young adults (and their parents\, too)\, this is a must-attend event for anyone into rap\, poetry\, or self-expression. No experience needed—just bring your energy and imagination. Recommended 7+
URL:https://www.newarkbookfestival.org.uk/event/rap-school-poetic-flow-with-rob-bradley/
LOCATION:Newark Town Hall\, Newark Town Hall\, Market Place\, Newark\, Nottinghamshire\, NG24 1DU
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Poetry,Teen & Young Adult,Workshop
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250713T123000
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SUMMARY:Writing The World - Walk & Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Bring your imagination and your walking feet\, and get ready to Write the World\, in this walk and writing workshop as part of Newark Book Festival. Where every step uncovers a new idea.   \nThis unique session invites writers aged 9+ and their parents to take inspiration from their surroundings as they walk through Newark’s historic streets and green spaces. Along the way\, Amy will guide you through a series of writing exercises designed to sharpen your use of sensory description\, detail\, and contrast—all essential skills for crafting vivid\, engaging stories. \nBy writing on location\, you’ll experience how setting can influence atmosphere and bring your writing to life in new and unexpected ways. Let the real world feed your imagination. \nPractice important writing techniques and you walk around Newark\, such as using sensory description\, capturing detail and creating contrast. Expect fresh air\, creative flow\, and plenty of moments that might just spark your next big idea. \nBring a notebook\, a pen\, and comfortable walking shoes—and let Newark be your muse.\nMeet Note everyone will now meet outside the Castle Gates opposite Gannets.
URL:https://www.newarkbookfestival.org.uk/event/writing-the-world-walk-workshop/
LOCATION:Newark Castle\, Newark Castle\, Castlegate\, Newark\, NG24 1BG
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Workshop
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250713T120000
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SUMMARY:Oaklore - Jules Acton
DESCRIPTION:What links Robin Hood\, Shakespeare\, fungi\, and folklore? Discover the surprising and magical history of Britain’s most iconic tree in this captivating book talk with Jules Acton\, author of Oaklore: Adventures in a World of Extraordinary Trees. \nA former journalist and long-time environmental advocate\, Jules has worked with the Woodland Trust\, the Wildlife Trusts\, and WaterAid. In Oaklore\, Jules Acton explores how oak trees have shaped British culture\, mythology\, and the natural world.  \nFrom their role in crafting ancient ink to their place in poetry\, sorcery\, and sacred rituals\, oaks have inspired stories\, art\, songs\, and traditions for generations. Jules’ talk will feature fascinating insights from the book\, including encounters with legendary trees like Sherwood’s Medusa Oak and Cheshire’s Marton Oak\, and will include tips on reconnecting with nature in your own life. \nJoin in for a lively\, thought-provoking journey through tangled roots and timeless tales—an event perfect for nature lovers\, history buffs\, and curious minds alike. The talk will be followed by a book signing. \nLet yourself be enchanted by the oak—king of the woods and keeper of countless stories.
URL:https://www.newarkbookfestival.org.uk/event/oaklore-jules-acton/
LOCATION:Tudor Hall\, National Civil War Centre\, National Civil War Centre\, 14 Appleton Gate\, Newark\, Nottinghamshire\, NG24 1JY
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Trails,Workshop
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250713T150000
DTSTAMP:20260424T183540
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SUMMARY:En Plein Aire - Paint Club with Urban Canvas
DESCRIPTION:Paint what you see and explore the joy of creating art in the open air—just like the French Impressionists! Materials provided\, no experience needed. Just drop in and get creative.
URL:https://www.newarkbookfestival.org.uk/event/en-plein-aire-paint-club-with-urban-canvas/
LOCATION:Newark Market Place\, Newark Royal Market\, Market Place\, Newark\, Nottinghamshire\, NG24 1DU
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Free Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250712T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250712T160000
DTSTAMP:20260424T183540
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SUMMARY:Dragons and Fairytale Fun
DESCRIPTION:Join the Inspire Learning and Music teams in a Dragons and Fairytale themed afternoon\, with drop-in arts and crafts\, have-a-go music sessions and meet Sapphire the Dragon and her friend Sparky. \nMake a fire-breathing paper dragon\, fold your own origami frog prince\, and sit down with local picture book illustrator Vicky Kuhn for some fairytale colouring in. Create some dragon cartoons with the Doodling Poet Chris White. Write a funny\, happy or sad poem about\, ‘What a Dragon would say’\, and make your dragon puppets and fairytale tower or castle to take home. \nPerfect for any aged creative!
URL:https://www.newarkbookfestival.org.uk/event/dragons-and-fairytale-fun/
LOCATION:Inspire\, Newark Buttermarket (upstairs)
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Free Event
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SUMMARY:Bookbench Storytime: Castles in the Air Bench
DESCRIPTION:Continuing the Dragons and Fairytale theme from Inspired Learning and Music teams’ event\, Dragons & Fairytale Fun. Join storyteller Nicky Rafferty (at 12pm and 1pm) and our festival’s Young Ambassadors (at 2pm) for some mythical\, magical\, made-up storytime fun at the Castle in the Air Bookbench found inside Buttermarket.  \nIdeal for story-lovers aged 2 – 10 years
URL:https://www.newarkbookfestival.org.uk/event/bookbench-storytime-castles-in-the-air-bench/
LOCATION:Inspire\, Newark Buttermarket (upstairs)
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Free Event
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SUMMARY:Bookbench Storytime: Newark By Day/Night Bench
DESCRIPTION:Join Newark Book Festival’s Young Ambassadors for a free storytime session at the Newark By Day/Night Bookbench.  \nYou’ll find our magical Young Ambassador storytellers and the BookBench opposite Letsxcape inside Newark Town Hall. Go through the Market Place entrance and you won’t miss it!  \nIt’s a FREE event! Just pop along on the day to enjoy our stories.  \n 
URL:https://www.newarkbookfestival.org.uk/event/bookbench-storytime-newark-by-day-night-bench/
LOCATION:Newark Town Hall\, Newark Town Hall\, Market Place\, Newark\, Nottinghamshire\, NG24 1DU
CATEGORIES:Book Reading,Family Friendly,Free Event
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250712T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T183540
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SUMMARY:2025 Summer Reading Challenge - Story Garden
DESCRIPTION:The World Famous Story Emporium is putting on gardening gloves and wellies and loading up its wheelbarrow with pens and paper for some story-inspired green-fingered crafty fun. Join Ally Pally Arts in sowing stories and harvesting happy endings at Newark Library to launch the Summer Reading Challenge. \nNo need to book\, drop into Newark Library and enjoy this free event.
URL:https://www.newarkbookfestival.org.uk/event/2025-summer-reading-challenge-story-garden/
LOCATION:Newark Library Children’s Area\, Beaumond Gardens\, Balderton Gate\, Newark\, NG24 1UW
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Free Event
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250711T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T183540
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SUMMARY:Bookbench Storytime: Shimmer & Shine Bench
DESCRIPTION:Meet local Newark-based author Emma Oldham at the Shimmer and Shine Bookbench by artist Carla Dee inside Newark Art Gallery for a storytelling session of The Whale Who Disappeared. \nPerfect for ages 2-6 years.\nNo need to book just turn up and enjoy!
URL:https://www.newarkbookfestival.org.uk/event/bookbench-storytime-shimmer-shine-bench/
LOCATION:Newark Art Gallery\, 42A Kirk Gate\, Newark\, NG24 1AB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Book Reading,Family Friendly,Free Event
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250711T103000
DTSTAMP:20260424T183540
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250515T213205Z
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SUMMARY:Do Lions Hate Haircuts: Storytime and Craft session
DESCRIPTION:Join children’s author Bethany Walker for a lively and laughter-filled morning inspired by her hilarious picture book\, Do Lions Hate Haircuts? This fun and interactive event is perfect for little ones who love stories\, silliness\, and getting crafty! \nMeet Leonard the Lion—an impeccably groomed feline with very strong opinions about his hair. In this engaging storytelling session\, Bethany will bring Leonard’s tale to life\, complete with audience interaction and plenty of giggles. Find out why Leonard is so fussy about his mane\, and what happens when things go a little… wild at the hair salon! \nAfter the story\, get creative with a roaringly fun craft activity. Kids will design and collage their very own fabulous hairstyle for Leonard—will it be curly\, spiky\, stripy\, rainbow-coloured\, or something entirely unexpected? All materials will be provided\, and children are encouraged to bring their imagination (and maybe a bit of sparkle too!). \nBeautifully illustrated by Steph Laberis\, Do Lions Hate Haircuts? is a joyful celebration of self-expression and the power of being yourself—perfect for children aged 3–7 and their grown-ups. \nSpaces are limited\, so book early to avoid disappointment. We can’t wait to see your wild and wonderful lion styles!
URL:https://www.newarkbookfestival.org.uk/event/do-lions-hate-haircuts-storytime-and-craft-session/
LOCATION:Newark Library Children’s Area\, Beaumond Gardens\, Balderton Gate\, Newark\, NG24 1UW
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240714T163000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240714T173000
DTSTAMP:20260424T183540
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SUMMARY:Reggie Houser Has The Power - Helen Rutter
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the last festival event of the season at the National Civil War Centre\, for a laugh-out-loud book talk and reading by Helen Rutter and her latest story\, Reggie Houser Has The Power. \nLearn all about Reggie\, a boy with ADHD who goes on a mission to learn mind control. Will Reggie’s incredible talent solve all his problems or just get him into deep trouble? Interviewed by Kate Hancock. \nSuitable for 8-12 year olds. \n 
URL:https://www.newarkbookfestival.org.uk/event/reggie-houser-has-the-power-helen-rutter/
LOCATION:Tudor Hall\, National Civil War Centre\, National Civil War Centre\, 14 Appleton Gate\, Newark\, Nottinghamshire\, NG24 1JY
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240714T143000
DTSTAMP:20260424T183540
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SUMMARY:Beetlejuice! Wacky Walkabout with Rhubarb Theatre
DESCRIPTION:Watch out\, watch out\, Beetlejuice is about. These chilling characters are rolling into town\, they’ll make you spin the wheel of chance\, I hope you’re ready to have a dance! \nEnjoy live street performances and a Wacky Walkabout with Rhubarb Theatre at the Newark Book Festival Literature Village at Newark’s Market Place. With two performances throughout the day on Sunday. \nGuaranteed entertainment for all the family (adults included!) Rhubarb Theatre’s Beetlejuice! Wacky Walkabout featured character interaction\, dance\, music\, a lot of laughter\, and even more mischief! \nBeetlejuice! Wacky Walkabout Performance Times: \n\n1pm – 1.30pm\n2pm – 2.30pm\n\n 
URL:https://www.newarkbookfestival.org.uk/event/beetlejuice-rhubarb-theatre-wacky-walkabout/
LOCATION:Newark Market Place\, Newark Royal Market\, Market Place\, Newark\, Nottinghamshire\, NG24 1DU
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Free Event
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240714T124500
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SUMMARY:Nicci and her Strictly Canine Dancing Dogs!
DESCRIPTION:We welcome Nicci and her wonderful Strictly Canine Dancing Dogs on Sunday 14th July 12.15pm – 12.45pm in Newark market place. \nNicci and her dogs have won Crufts a total of 6 times and she is currently 4th in the world in DogDance. Nicci and my dogs perform at events around the country and have been featured in various tv programmes and advert campaigns. \nNicci will be raising money with her show for the European champs at end of July\, so please do support them by donating whilst watching their amazing event. \nFREE
URL:https://www.newarkbookfestival.org.uk/event/nicci-and-her-strictly-canine-dancing-dogs/
LOCATION:Newark Market Place\, Newark Royal Market\, Market Place\, Newark\, Nottinghamshire\, NG24 1DU
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Free Event,Fringe Event,Market
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240714T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T183540
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SUMMARY:Walkabout with Daisy
DESCRIPTION:Join Daisy for a walkabout at the Literature Village for a morning with hula hoops\, skipping ropes\, bean bags\, and a bag full of challenges to get everyone involved\, big or small playing all day! \n 
URL:https://www.newarkbookfestival.org.uk/event/walkabout-with-daisy/
LOCATION:Newark Market Place\, Newark Royal Market\, Market Place\, Newark\, Nottinghamshire\, NG24 1DU
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Free Event
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240714T110000
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SUMMARY:Newark BookBenches: Storytelling with Emma Oldham
DESCRIPTION:Meet me at the Benches! Meet author Emma Oldham at the Shimmer and Shine BookBench by artist Carla Dee at Riverside Park for a storytelling session of The Whale Who Disappeared. \nDive into an ocean of adventure with Arry\, the young hero who brought back the magic of the sea! Learn what special superpowers live inside you to help protect our planet too. \nWe’ve all heard the tale of the snail and the whale\,\nBut it’s not the only whale tale to be told.\nYou see\, another exists\, one truly magnificent\nAnd it starts with a clever six-year-old… \nHead over the bridge and see if you can spot the shimmery BookBench from the bridge entrance\, opposite Newark Castle/near Riverside Park.
URL:https://www.newarkbookfestival.org.uk/event/newark-bookbenches-storytelling-with-emma-oldham/
LOCATION:Riverside Park\, Riverside Park\, Great North Road\, Newark
CATEGORIES:Book Reading,Family Friendly,Free Event
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240714T160000
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SUMMARY:Play at the Castle
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy an entire day of free family fun in the grounds of Newark Castle. Take part in arts and crafts workshops\, be entertained by street theatre\, relax with authors and illustrators\, and have a go in the sports zone with the Open Doors team from the Palace Theatre. \n And don’t forget to look out for our 2024 Trail as created by our schools – all based on play!  \nFull event programme…\nThe Book-Ends – Rhubarb Theatre\n10am – 10.30am & 11am – 11.30am\nThe Book-Ends popup to bring their stories to life! With a rickety old book cart and some novel ideas\, surprises leap off every page wherever our papery pals roam. Join the book-bonkers buddies as they act out tales of whales\, bonkers bears and manic monsters. Be amazed as they twist the fantastic adventures of pathetic pirates\, merry musketeers and hairy hairdressers. Full of music\, comedy and general silliness! \nStorybook Emporium\n10am – 4pm\, Drop-in crafts\nHop\, skip and jump your way over to the Ally Pally Arts “World Famous Story Emporium”\, back by popular demand for more story-inspired crafty fun and games! \nBookBench Art with Vicky Kuhn\n10am – 4pm\, Drop-in crafts\nA drop-in arts and crafts workshop inspired by the Newark Creates BookBench trail with picturebook illustrator and fabulous BookBench designer\, Vicky Kuhn. \nPlay Tales with Nicky Rafferty\n 10am – 4pm\nJoin in with interactive crafty tales with storyteller Nicky Rafferty. \nFamily Yoga with Peaceful Possums and Emma Oldham\n12pm – 12.45pm // 1.30pm – 2.15pm\nWith storytelling\, imagination\, music and games\, enjoy family yoga sessions with Peaceful Possums Yoga based on The Whale Who Disappeared by Emma Oldham\, who is joining in with the fun\, too! There will also be a mindful area for children to chill out during the day\, including colouring and sensory resources\, ideal for children with neurodiversity or young children to have a break. \nAll events are free and suitable for all ages (including adults!)
URL:https://www.newarkbookfestival.org.uk/event/play-at-the-castle/
LOCATION:Newark Castle\, Newark Castle\, Castlegate\, Newark\, NG24 1BG
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Free Event
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240714T150000
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SUMMARY:Urban Canvas Word Art
DESCRIPTION:Urban Canvas is bringing more interactive and live pavement art to the streets of Newark during the festival this year. \nFollowing their visit to Newark for Rainbow Road\, Historical Street Games and 3D Pavement Art in 2023\, UK-based pavement artists Philip Battle and Catherine McMahon are back. \nFind them at the Literature Village to discover what they are creating for Newark Book Festival and join in with some street art yourself. \n 
URL:https://www.newarkbookfestival.org.uk/event/urban-canvas-word-art/
LOCATION:Newark Market Place\, Newark Royal Market\, Market Place\, Newark\, Nottinghamshire\, NG24 1DU
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Free Event
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240713T160000
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SUMMARY:Play in an Inspiring way!
DESCRIPTION:Join the Inspire Learning and Music teams throughout the day and have a go at playing a musical instrument you’ve never tried before\, create your own curious peg doll characters\, make your own dressing-up props\, and dress up for a sensational selfie in a giant\, Inspire photo frame. \nYou’ll also have the chance to design your own mathematical game or puzzle with their Multiply team and try your hand at balloon modelling with the Joker entertainers\, plus choose from bountiful book stalls filling the mezzanine floor. \nLocation: Inspire Buttermarket\, First Floor (above Tambo Lounge)
URL:https://www.newarkbookfestival.org.uk/event/play-in-an-inspiring-way/
LOCATION:Newark Buttermarket\, Inspire Buttermarket\, First Floor\, The Buttermarket\, Middlegate\, Newark\, Nottinghamshire\, NG24 1AL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Free Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240713T113000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240713T140000
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SUMMARY:Saving Hanno Reading & Workshop - Miriam Halahmy
DESCRIPTION:Join Miriam Halahmy’s beautiful interactive storytelling of a German Jewish boy who comes to London in 1939 on the Kindertransport and has to save his dog’s life. \nThis event is split into two: a reading of Miriam’s beautiful story\, Saving Hanno\, and after a short break\, a writing\, drama and discussion workshop – where everyone will be given a pet! Suitable for ages 7+. \nSaving Hanno Reading\n11.30am – 12.30pm \nBring a cash donation and pay what you can for the reading of Saving Hanno. \nWriting\, Drama & Discussion Workshop\n1pm – 2pm \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.newarkbookfestival.org.uk/event/saving-hanno-miriam-halahmy/
LOCATION:Byron Room\, Upstairs\, Newark Palace Theatre\, Appleton Gate\, Newark\, NG24 1JY.\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Book Reading,Family Friendly,Workshop
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240713T160000
DTSTAMP:20260424T183540
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SUMMARY:Shed of Stories
DESCRIPTION:Capture the words and stories as they tumble out of a mysterious shed and onto the cobblestones of Newark Market Place. You’ll be leaving with wonderful tunes stuck in your head\, magical words in your minds\, and surrounded by laughter in this family-friendly story space packed with books and toys for all to enjoy. \nStorytelling sessions take place:\n10:15\, 11:15\, 12:15\, 1:15\, 2:15 and 3:15.
URL:https://www.newarkbookfestival.org.uk/event/shed-of-stories/
LOCATION:Newark Market Place\, Newark Royal Market\, Market Place\, Newark\, Nottinghamshire\, NG24 1DU
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Free Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240713T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240713T110000
DTSTAMP:20260424T183540
CREATED:20240510T090030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240606T072149Z
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SUMMARY:This Rock is Mine - Alice McKinley
DESCRIPTION:Joining us for our Summer Reading Challenge event this year is picture-book illustrator Alice McKinley with This Rock is Mine. \nAlice will read the heartwarming tale about a quarrel between two hilariously stubborn frogs and a rock they are both claiming to be theirs\, before live drawing and teaching kids (and adults alike) to draw their own amphibian friend. \nSuitable for children aged 3 – 7 years. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.newarkbookfestival.org.uk/event/this-rock-is-mine-alice-mckinley/
LOCATION:Beanblock\, Beanblock\, Unit 24\, 15 St Marks Place\, St Marks Lane\,\, Newark\, Nottinghamshire\, NG24 1XS
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Free Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240713T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240713T103000
DTSTAMP:20260424T183540
CREATED:20240510T090042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240613T142339Z
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SUMMARY:Kids VS Adults Poetry Workshop with Joseph Coelho
DESCRIPTION:In this fun and interactive workshop\, where kids and adults go head to head\, children’s author and poet Joseph Coelho gives you the tools and inspiration to write poetry about any topic! \nSuitable for children aged 7 – 11 years & their grown ups.
URL:https://www.newarkbookfestival.org.uk/event/kids-vs-adults-poetry-workshop-with-joseph-coelho/
LOCATION:Inspire\, Newark Buttermarket (upstairs)
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Poetry,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240712T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240712T153000
DTSTAMP:20260424T183540
CREATED:20240510T090008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240510T215755Z
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SUMMARY:Play With Your Food - Ally Pally Arts Story Emporium
DESCRIPTION:Join Ally Pally Arts at the Literature Village within Newark Market Place at their fictional food market stall and get creative playing with your food! \nThey’re stocking up on stolen tarts\, escapee gingerbread men\, giant turnips\, porridge (hot\, cold and just right) and golden eggs\, and they would love you to help them magic up a stall jam-packed with more made-up menus\, delicious delicacies and gruesome goodies from your favourite stories. \nJust bring yourselves and your wonderful imaginations and we craft up a feast fit for a fairytale. Suitable for all ages\, this “sticky hands” free creative workshop is perfect for the home-educated community. \nNo need to book tickets! Just turn up and let your imaginations run wild at the Story Emporium this summer.
URL:https://www.newarkbookfestival.org.uk/event/ally-pally-arts-story-emporium/
LOCATION:Newark Market Place\, Newark Royal Market\, Market Place\, Newark\, Nottinghamshire\, NG24 1DU
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Free Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240711T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240711T104000
DTSTAMP:20260424T183540
CREATED:20240510T090021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240510T220110Z
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SUMMARY:Little Roars Musical Play
DESCRIPTION:Little Roars Musical Play is a fun and engaging event filled with songs\, puppets\, bubbles\, instruments and more for your kids. \nHead down to St Mary Magdelene Church on the opening morning of Newark Book Festival for a free musical play session\, led by Charlotte Lion. \nSuitable for ages 0-5 years.
URL:https://www.newarkbookfestival.org.uk/event/little-roars-musical-play/
LOCATION:St Mary Magdalene Church\, Church Walk\, Newark\, NG24 1JS
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Free Event,Music
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240711
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240715
DTSTAMP:20260424T183540
CREATED:20240503T170428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240510T142618Z
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SUMMARY:Literature Village Newark Market Place
DESCRIPTION:Meander along Newark’s Royal Market in the Literature Village and soak up the festival vibes where you can meet authors\, publishers\, charities\, crafty artisans and much more! \nHere you’ll find street performances\, music and workshops\, and the Festival Stall where you can pick up your very own Newark Book Festival merchandise and sign up to become a Festival Friend. \nThursday 11th July 10am – 3.30pm\nFriday 12th July 10am – 3.30pm\nSaturday 13th July 9.30am – 4pm\nSunday 14th July 10am – 3.30pm \n 
URL:https://www.newarkbookfestival.org.uk/event/newark-book-festival-literature-village/
LOCATION:Newark Market Place\, Newark Royal Market\, Market Place\, Newark\, Nottinghamshire\, NG24 1DU
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Free Event,Market
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240601
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240715
DTSTAMP:20260424T183540
CREATED:20240531T114547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240613T142548Z
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SUMMARY:Crack the Code: Detective Trail
DESCRIPTION:Barry the Bookworm has been kidnapped\, and the Newark Book Festival team have been desperately trying to find him in time for the Castle Family Day on Sunday 14th July. \nWe need your help to become a detective for the day\, follow the trail of clues left with various businesses and venues across Newark and let us know where you think he is. It’s a top-secret detective trail\, so gather your most trusted friends and ensure no businesses let slip to each other. We don’t want this news to reach the Bramley Newspaper! \nDon’t forget to bring your magnifying glass and notebook. \nHow to take part in the Crack the Code: Detective Trail\n\nRead the letter we’ve left for you to get started\nGet prepared by downloading and printing the clue sheet\, or use the digital form to add in your answers as you go along\nChoose your starting location\nFollow the trail around Newark\, doing from clue to clue\, until you have gathered them all\nSubmit your answer by email\n\nCorrectly discover where Barry the Bookworm has been kept prisoner and we’ll add you to the prize draw. All participants will be emailed a certificate of completion. \n  \nSTART THE DETECTIVE TRAIL
URL:https://www.newarkbookfestival.org.uk/event/crack-the-code-detective-trail/
LOCATION:Newark Town Centre\, NG24 1DU
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Free Event,Trails
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