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2024 Summer Reading Challenge Craft Event ‘Elmer’

Northampton Museum And Art Gallery 4-6 Guildhall Rd,, Northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

The Summer Reading Challenge is the UK's biggest free reading promotion for children; it's run by charity The Reading Agency and delivered in partnership with Public Libraries. We've teamed up with @createcharity this summer to bring you #MarvellousMakers! Join the Summer Reading Challenge craft event ‘Elmer’ at Northampton Museum & Art Gallery on Tuesday 6th August at 10:30am. Explore your creativity while you learn new skills, make new friends, and have a great time! This is a free event suitable for ages 4 – 12 years old. Pre-booking is essential; to reserve your spot please email us at Northampton.LibraryPlus@westnorthants.gov.uk, call us on 0300 126 7000 or speak to a member of staff when you are visiting Northamptonshire Central Library. This summer, join in the Challenge to discover your own creativity through reading. The Challenge and bookings for all events will start on 6th July 2024.

STEM 2024 Summer Reading Challenge Craft Event ‘Bee Bots’

Northampton Central Library Abington Street, Northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

The Summer Reading Challenge is the UK's biggest free reading promotion for children; it's run by charity The Reading Agency and delivered in partnership with Public Libraries. We've teamed up with @createcharity this summer to bring you #MarvellousMakers! Join STEM Summer Reading Challenge craft event ‘Bee Bots’ at Northamptonshire Central Library on Tuesday 6th August at 10:30am. Explore your creativity while you learn new skills, make new friends, and have a great time! This is a free event suitable for ages 4 – 12 years old. Pre-booking is essential; to reserve your spot please email us at Northampton.LibraryPlus@westnorthants.gov.uk, call us on 0300 126 7000 or speak to a member of staff when you are visiting Northamptonshire Central Library. This summer, join in the Challenge to discover your own creativity through reading. The Challenge and bookings for all events will start on 6th July 2024.

Northamptonshire Natural History Society – MICROSCOPY

Northamptonshire Natural History Society The Humfrey Rooms, 10 Castilian Terrace, Northampton, Northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

When: Tue, 6 August, 7:30pm – 9:30pm Description: USING STEREO MICROSCOPES TO VIEW HOUSEHOLD AND ANY OTHER OBJECTS WHICH WE MIGHT NOT THINK OF VIEWING! Meeting led by Tim Newton. Use your imagination, bring you own items if you wish. No microscope, don’t worry use one of ours! Find out more at www.nnhs.info/

Free painting Painting Workshop with Nadine Platt

78 Derngate Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1UH

Nadine Platt invites all Beginners Artist to attend her FREE Painting Demonstration Workshop 78 DERNGATE-Renee Mackintosh Museum in Northampton DATE& ΤΙΜΕ: 7th of August at 10am- 12 noon to Enroll or for more information please email to: nadine@nadinegallery.co.uk

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Titanic: Honour and Glory

Northampton Museum And Art Gallery 4-6 Guildhall Rd,, Northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

This exciting exhibition brings to life the history of the legendary ocean liner, the Royal Mail Steamer Titanic. From her conception to her premature demise, Titanic has become one of the most famous ocean liners in the world, displaying artefacts from the disaster and props from the blockbuster film, Titanic

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Elmer and Friends: The Colourful World of David McKee

Northampton Museum And Art Gallery 4-6 Guildhall Rd,, Northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

Something for all the family with this summer exhibition in the art galleries. Northampton Museum and Art Gallery Saturday 6 July - Sunday 8 September As if by magic, Elmer, Mr Benn, and Bernard will be appearing at Northampton Museum and Art Gallery as the colourful world of David McKee is brought to life through original paintings, storyboards and illustrations, film, and interactives. There is something for big and little kids to discover as these well-loved characters are revealed. An exhibition from Seven Stories, The National Centre for Children’s Books. Full details at www.northamptonmuseums.com/directory-record/479/ Plan your visit

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Pop in Wednesdays

Northampton Museum And Art Gallery 4-6 Guildhall Rd,, Northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

Wednesdays on 31 July, 7 August, 21 August, 28 August 12-4pm Free, donations appreciated based on what you can afford to pay. Pop in to the museum as a family to enjoy some fun hands-on activities. Suitable for families. Drop-in no booking required.

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Titanic: Honour and Glory

Northampton Museum And Art Gallery 4-6 Guildhall Rd,, Northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

This exciting exhibition brings to life the history of the legendary ocean liner, the Royal Mail Steamer Titanic. From her conception to her premature demise, Titanic has become one of the most famous ocean liners in the world, displaying artefacts from the disaster and props from the blockbuster film, Titanic

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Elmer and Friends: The Colourful World of David McKee

Northampton Museum And Art Gallery 4-6 Guildhall Rd,, Northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

Something for all the family with this summer exhibition in the art galleries. Northampton Museum and Art Gallery Saturday 6 July - Sunday 8 September As if by magic, Elmer, Mr Benn, and Bernard will be appearing at Northampton Museum and Art Gallery as the colourful world of David McKee is brought to life through original paintings, storyboards and illustrations, film, and interactives. There is something for big and little kids to discover as these well-loved characters are revealed. An exhibition from Seven Stories, The National Centre for Children’s Books. Full details at www.northamptonmuseums.com/directory-record/479/ Plan your visit

A Home for Harmony at Northamptonshire Central Library

Northampton Central Library Abington Street, Northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

"A Home for Harmony" follows the touching story of Sam, a disabled person, and their loyal assistance dog, Bouncer. Their home is disrupted when a stray cat named Harmony appears on their doorstep and is welcomed into their family. This act of kindness leads to growing frustration and unhappiness in Bouncer, causing a rift between the two animals. However, when an unexpected event leaves Sam missing, Bouncer and Harmony must overcome their differences, rescue their beloved owner, and decide if they can truly learn to live together in harmony. Please follow the link to find out more about a people's theatre collective production 'A Home for Harmony' - https://www.peoplestheatrecollective.org.uk/a-home-for... 'A Home for Harmony' will be performed at Northamptonshire Central Library on Thursday 8th of August at 10:30am. The free performance is suitable for under 5s and their families. Please speak to a member of staff or email northampton.libraryplus@westnorthants.gov.uk to book your place.

Northamptonshire Natural History Society – GENERAL

Northamptonshire Natural History Society The Humfrey Rooms, 10 Castilian Terrace, Northampton, Northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

When: Thu, 8 August, 2:30pm – 4:30pm Description: THE WEATHER BUSINESS - PART 2 by Jim Bacon. A showing of the recording of the 2008 Humfrey Lecture given by Jim Bacon, a professional weather forecaster / TV presenter. He covers amongst other items; how to identify clouds, the role of satellites, radar and computers in creating a weather forecast. Find out more at www.nnhs.info/

Book Club at The Eccentric Englishman

The Eccentric Englishman 21 St Giles' Street, northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

Who’s coming to book club? Every second Thursday of the month, next month is the above book. No need to reserve a place, come along and meet new people in a safe and friendly environment from 6pm. This months book is the cover photo

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