Every Saturday Middlesbrough Central Library, Centre Square, Middlesbrough TS1 2AY


Chess Club Have fun learning how to play chess on Saturday morning 10am-12pm. Supported by Chess in Schools and Communities. Free and suitable for all ages.


Every Saturday North Ormesby Community Hub, Derwent Street, Middlesbrough TS3 6JB


REGULAR EVENTS


Wednesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday The Elmwood Centre, 53 Darlington Road, Hartburn, TS18 5EP


The Cabbage Patch Shop New, preloved and handmade children's clothes. Quality brands at affordable prices. Age ranges from newborn to 8 years. Create a beautiful unique home with our classic architectural salvages and quality reclamations. We’re here to help you find your style with our statement pieces, handmade mementos and work of local artists. Treat yourself or your loved ones to a gift they’ll never forget. Located in the white cottage to the right of the main building. Opening hours are: 12 noon – 4pm Wednesday, Thursday & Fridays & 10am – 3pm Saturdays. Take a look on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/TheCa bbagePatchHartburn Follow us on instagram: TheCabbagePatchHartburn


Every weekday afternoon and evening Experteez Learning, Community Zone, Talbot Street, Stockton TS20 2AY


Personalised Tuition and Exam


Coaching For all ages and abilities in English, Maths and Science (up to A-level) with a fully qualified teacher in a vibrant and focused environment. Call Max on 07563 870666 or 01642 363333.


Every Day North East Area Bubble Football, UV Disco & Nerf


Parties! Children’s Parties for ages 8+. Also adults. Male, female or mixed groups. Choose from Bubble Football – guaranteed fun & laughter. UV Glow in the Dark Disco. Nerf Wars Party – 20 guns, hundreds of bullets and UV Battles. Also, Team Building, Corporate & Charity Events. Stag & Hen Do’s and Tournaments. Contact Mark for more details on 07909 683847 or 01642 275988. www.bubblefootballnortheast.co.uk Email: bubblefootballnortheast@gmail.com Facebook/bubblefootballnortheast Twitter: @bubblenortheast


Mondays -Thorntree Hub, Middlesbrough, Wednesdays & Fridays - St. Cuthbert’s Church Hall, Billingham


White Tiger All Stars Taekwondo is a modern martial art and an Olympic sport. It’s a great way to learn self defence, discipline and respect whilst getting fit. The classes are run by qualified 6th dan black belt instructors with international fighting experience. Classes held on the following days: Monday: 4 years to 7 years – 5pm-6pm, 7 years and above – 6pm- 7.30pm. White Tiger Fight Class – 7.30pm – 9pm. Anyone above 8 years can join in the first


class if they wish. Wednesday & Friday, 6 – 8pm. Contact Steven Harbisher on 07538 926521. www.whitetigerallstars.co.uk


Every Saturday during term time Mima, Middlesbrough TS1 2AZ


Saturday Family Art Trolley Children of all ages can enjoy being creative with family and friends. A facilitator leads drop-in sessions with making ideas and imaginative activities. This year the focus is on the new Middlesbrough Collection display which features works selected by the community, visitors and curatorial staff. Artworks in the Collection date from the mid- 1800s to the present day.1.00pm - 4.00pm. Free, no booking required. Tel: 01642 931232| e: mima@tees.ac.uk | www.visitmima.com


Every Saturday Billingham Library


Lego Club Show off your Lego skills and test the limits of your imagination! Build the best structure and it will be displayed in the library all week long.10am to 12pm – Drop-in – 5 to 11 year olds. Children under 10 years must be accompanied by an adult. Billingham Town Centre, 01642 528084. billingham.library@stockton.gov.uk


Every Saturday Stockton Central Library


Coding Club Find out more about how to use code, create your own computer games, websites and other exciting things! 10am to 12pm – Drop-in – 8 to 11 year olds. Children under 10 years must be accompanied by an adult. Church Road, 01642 526522. stockton.library@stockton.gov.uk


Every Saturday – Starting 3rd February Thornaby Central Library


Chess for All Learn to play or perfect your moves. Whether you’re a beginner or a grandmaster come along and play. Supported by CSC: www.chessinschools.co.uk 10am to 12pm – Drop-in – Over 8’s. Children under 10 years must be accompanied by an adult. The Pavilion, 01642 528117. thornaby.central.library@stockton.gov.uk


Every Saturday Stockton Central Library


Chess for All Learn to play or perfect your moves. Whether you’re a beginner or a grandmaster come along and play. Supported by CSC: www.chessinschools.co.uk 1pm to 3pm – Drop-in – Over 8’s. Children under 10 years must be accompanied by an adult. Church Road, 01642 526522. stockton.library@stockton.gov.uk


Lego Club Have fun making Lego creations every Saturday 10-11.30am. Free.


Every Saturday Crown Street Library, Darlington


Saturday Storyclub Weekly story clubs for ages 3–7 years. 10.30am. Stories and crafts. Free. Booking not required.


Every Monday Middlesbrough Central Library, Centre Square, Middlesbrough TS1 2AY


Lego Club Have fun making Lego creations every Monday 4-5.15pm. Free.


Mondays Hartlepool


Special Needs sessions at Mister


Twisters 4 – 6pm (Term Time) & 10am – 12 noon (School Holidays) The sessions have been running for a year now and have been providing families with children that have a variety of extra requirements from learning difficulties, physical disability or emotional and behavioural difficulties. We aim to provide a focus group for local families to be able to bring along their children - along with brothers, sisters & cousins to be able to enjoy the soft play experience - and also to meet other families in similar situations to theirs. Mister Twisters, Unit 23, Brenda Road, Hartlepool, TS25 1PE. More information on our sessions on 01429 275777.


Saturday South Park Darlington


Park run South Park. 5k run. Pre-registration required www.parkrun.org.uk/southparkdarlington


Until Sunday 4 March Head of Steam Railway Museum, Darlington Victorian Optical Toys Explore fascinating toys from the 19th century. These toys turn still images into moving pictures creating a magical pastime. 11am – 3.30pm. Call 01325 405060 or visit www.head-of-steam.co.uk; email: headofsteam@darlington.gov.uk


Until Sunday 4th February 2018 Preston Park Museum & Grounds, Stockton


Brick History: Walk through history in LEGO® bricks


Amazing historical scenes made from LEGO bricks. ‘Brick History’ is a whistle-stop tour of the last 13.8 billion years, from the Big Bang through to modern day. Tickets: £5 per person / under-5s free (includes a day visit to the museum) For more information, visit www.prestonparkmuseum.co.uk or call 01642 527375.


Thursday 1st February Crown Street Library, Darlington


Harry Potter Night


Doors open at 3.30pm – 5.30pm with street magic and Harry Potter themed games on the lead up to the magic show. The hour long magic show starts at 4.30pm and is suitable for children aged 6 -11 years. Potter themed fancy dress is encouraged. The event is free no booking required.


Thursday 1st February Middlesbrough Central Library, Centre Square, Middlesbrough TS1 2AY


Harry Potter Book Night Harry Potter Book Night is back! Celebrate the magic as our glorious Reference Library is transformed into Hogwarts for one night only! Enjoy amazing magic shows with our very own Hogwarts Professor. Meet the Fantastic Beasts from Kirkleatham Owl Centre including rats, snakes and owls. Visit our British Library ‘Harry Potter: A History of Magic’ exhibition. Create fabulous magical creature crafts and lego models and have fun seeking clues in our special treasure hunt. Tilly’s Cupcakes will be selling gorgeous Harry Potter themed cupcakes and we'll also have a gorgeous sweet stall. PLUS Galaxy shop will be attending with fabulous Harry Potter merchandise for sale! Suitable for ages 4-11. Tickets £1 per child. Places must be reserved on 01642 729002.


Thursday 1st February Stockton Central Library


Harry Potter Book Night 2018 This year discover Fantastic Beasts and share the magic of Harry Potter at the 4th annual Harry Potter Book Night. Look out for further information and book your tickets from Thursday 4th January 2018: www.hpbnstocktonlibraries.eventbrite.co.uk 4pm to 5pm – Autism Friendly Session and 5pm to 7pm – General Admission. Booking essential – Suitable for all ages – Free. Children under 10 years must be accompanied by an adult. Church Road, 01642 526522. stockton.library@stockton.gov.uk


Until Sunday 18th March 2018 Preston Park Museum & Grounds, Stockton


Joanne Willcox – Wildlife Artist This talented local wildlife artist is inspired to capture the uniqueness and beauty of animals. A passionate supporter of the World Wildlife Fund, she hopes her work will encourage awareness of endangered species. Free with museum admission. For more information, visit www.prestonparkmuseum.co.uk or call 01642 527375.


Until Sunday 11th March 2018 Preston Park Museum & Grounds, Stockton


A Winter Skirmish: The Battle of Yarm, 1643


An exhibition commemorating the 375th anniversary of a local battle, which was fought by the Royalists and Parliamentarians during the English Civil War. Free with museum admission.10am-4pm. For more information, visit www.prestonparkmuseum.co.uk or call 01642 527375.


www.primarytimes.co.uk/teesside 29th January 2018 – 18th March 2018


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