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events for 07/08/2008

Holmes and the Ripper by Brian Clements - 07:30PM 07/08/2008
location - Theatre Royal, Nottingham
London 1888. The Ripper stalks the streets of Whitechapel: putting the fear in the hearts of the people, but how much longer can the Ripper's reign of terror continue now that Sherlock Holmes and Doctor Watsion have become involved in one of the most notoriously grisly periods in London's history?


Beyond the Sea- Story making - 02:00PM 07/08/2008
location - Nottingham Castle, Friar Lane, Nottingham
Become a story detective with Ruth Dawes and explore the Beyond the Sea Gallery to create unique stories. Suitable for 3 -8 years, children must be accompanied by an adult.


Advance Gliders - 10:30AM 07/08/2008
location - Green’s Windmill, Sneinton, Nottingham
Learn about aerodynamics and paper engineering and construct a streamlined glider, to be launched vertically using an elastic band. Note this is not normal paper plane making and involves the technique of layering card and using pva glue. Suitable for 8 years+


Stretchy Trains - 10:30AM 07/08/2008
location - The Silk Mill, Derby
Discover the museum’s Midland Railway model in this themed craft activity. The Silk Mill. Suitable for children aged seven and under. No need to book, just drop in. Free of charge.


Nottingham Playday - 10:00AM 07/08/2008
location - Harvey Hadden Sports Complex, Nottingham
Come along and enjoy activities including inflatable fun, arts & craft workshops and field & track sports activities. On the day look out for the special Festival music stage. This event is part of Nottingham Children’s Festival 2008.
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Horrible Histories - 10:30AM 07/08/2008
location - Theatre Royal, Nottingham
The Theatre Royal Nottingham and the Birmingham Stage Company are proud to present HORRIBLE HISTORIES NOTTINGHAM. It's Nottingham history with the nasty bits left in! Written especially by Terry Deary, this fantastic live show will provide a foul but fascinating tour of the city’s savage sites, from the rotten Romans to the vile Victorians, and stars that ruthless rascal Robin Hood.


Creature Clay Day - 10:30AM 07/08/2008
location - New Walk Museum & Art Gallery, Leicester
Make clay animal figures with wiggly eyes inspired by the ‘Animated Adventures’ exhibition in this drop in event. £1.50 for activities.