What’s on in Aberdeen City & Shire
Looking for something to do over the next week with the kids in Aberdeen City & Shire, then why not check out one of these family friendly events?
** Mummy Mimi provides this page for information only and cannot guarantee accuracy. Events are subject to change and/or cancellation. If any doubt, please contact the event organisers for confirmation**
Organiser: Culter Village Hall
Where: 178 North Deeside Road, Peterculter, Aberdeen, AB14 0UD
Date: Saturday 22nd April 2017
Time: 3:30PM – 7:00PM
Description: Cinema Event showing Rogue One A Star Wars Story.
Doors open 3.30pm film starts 4pm
Tickets £2.50 on the door includes free soft or hot drink
Tuck shop selling popcorn, hotdogs, sweets and drinks
This film is a 12A and is not suitable for young children.
Website: https://www.facebook.com/Culter-Village-Hall-553093404712775/
Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/338005449934433
Organiser: Bettridge Centre
Where: Coastal Park, Newtonhill, Aberdeenshire AB39 3UL
Date: Saturday 22nd April 2017
Time: 9:45AM – 11:00AM
Description: Coastal Play is a children’s soft play area for children aged toddler to 10 (height restrictions will apply and take precedence over age).
We provide a huge play area that includes 2 Bouncy Castles, one with slide, Soft Play Pods; Shapes, plus Bouncers, Inflatable Pitch and toddler area.
It’s a great space for running around and letting off some steam – especially when the weather outside’s not so nice!
Coastal Cafe provides a seating area where parents can see children at all times while enjoying a coffee and snack.
Numbers are limited, so please call us on 01569 731320 to reserve your space.
Website: http://www.bettridgecentre.org.uk/
Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/266080327149419
Organiser: Granite City Comic Con
Where: Tempo, Bon Accord Centre, Aberdeen AB25 1HZ
Date: Saturday 22nd April 2017
Time: 10:00AM – 5:00PM
Description: TeamGCCC will be descending upon Tempo to help raise funds for CLAN Cancer Support.
If you’ve some geeky goodies that deserve a second chance, bring them along and see what else has been brought along for trade. We just ask that all goods are in a reasonable state of repair and that every exchange is met with a donation into the CLAN charity bucket.
We will of course have some fantastic costumers along for the day for you to get your photos taken with and in the spirit for Granite City Comic Con 2017
Website: https://www.facebook.com/granitecitycomiccon/
Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1949780248577607
Organiser: Culter Village Hall
Where: Culter Village Hall, 178 North Deeside Road, Peterculter, Aberdeen, AB14 0UD
Date: Saturday 22nd April 2017
Time: 10:30AM – 1:00PM
Description: Our Family film for April is Disney’s Moana.
Doors open 10.30am film starts at 11am
Tickets on the door £2.50 includes free soft or hot drink
Tuck Shop selling popcorn, Hotdogs, sweets and drinks
Website: https://www.facebook.com/Culter-Village-Hall-553093404712775/
Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1684460891851629
Beauty and the Beast Colouring In
Organiser: Waterstones
Where: Waterstones, 3-7 Union Bridge, Aberdeen AB11 6BG
Date: Saturday 22nd April 2017
Time: 11:00AM – 1:00PM
Description: Beauty and the Beast Colouring In
Would you like to help us colour in this gorgeous poster?
Then “be our guest” on Saturday the 22nd of April because we’re on for a morning full of colour, glitter and fun!
We’ll have all kinds of pens and pencils but feel free to bring your own. Meet us at 11am in the children’s department and “we’ll provide the rest”!
There will be a prize draw at 12pm for everyone who comes dressed up!
Website: https://www.facebook.com/WaterstonesABDN/
Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1895756953971394
Organiser: Aberdeen Science Centre
Where: Aberdeen Science Centre, 179 Constitution Street, Aberdeen AB24 5TU
Date: Saturday 22nd April 2017
Time: 1:00PM – 3:00PM
Description: Disaster has struck! Our engineering club has been shipwrecked on a deserted island on our way to a big science show in the Caribbean!
Join us in a club that will think creatively, while working in teams to design products and solve problems week by week to make our life on our island better (and perhaps eventually escape!)
Each session will start with setting the problem up followed by a brainstorm and design session. Ideas, Ideas, Ideas! We will then go on to build, test, evaluate and redesign models. As a group we will then discuss results, highlighting challenging areas, particularly effective designs and ways we could continue to develop our ideas. These problems will then be linked to real world problems where groups have used ‘everyday engineering’ to come up with solutions to challenging situations.
The club will run for four consecutive Saturdays starting on Saturday 22 April until Saturday 13 May. Places are limited and are allocated on a first come first served basis. For the whole term, membership is £45 and includes the cost of materials. This club is best suited to those aged 8-12 years.
To book now, email STEMclub@ASC.scot or phone 01224 640340. See below for more info on this exciting club!
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WHAT IS ENGINEERING CLUB
For children aged 8-12 years this club offers a fun and inspiring way to engage with Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths. Each session includes hands-on activities themed around a topic. Sessions are facilitated by Aberdeen Science Centre staff. Academic and industry professionals periodically participate to share their knowledge and passion. Each session includes a snack.
It is recommended that parents / guardians drop members at the Centre and pick them up at the end of the session. Alternatively parents / guardians can wait in The Tramsheds Coffee (although this will close at 4pm), Shop or stay with children if preferred or required by the needs of the child.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to call us on 01224 640340 or send us an email at: STEMClub@ASC.scot
Website: http://aberdeensciencecentre.org/
Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1370609329649301
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Organiser: FunBox
Where: Portlethen Academy, Bruntland Rd, Portlethen, Aberdeen AB12 4QL
Date: Saturday 22nd April 2017
Time: 1:00PM – 5:30PM
Description: FUNBOX presents HIGHLAND FLING as they return to Portlethen Academy Theatre for these very special performances – both shows will be filmed for their next DVD
Hoots mon and help ma boab! Take the high road (or the low road) and get roamin in the gloamin for Funbox’s brand new show. Join Anya, Kevin and Gary as they take a trip to the Highlands of Scotland to battle midgies, become monarchs of the glen and hear the skirl of the bagpipes in their latest singalong adventure.
There’s silliness galore and songs to sing in this crazy new show for 2017. You’ll need to help us get the Funbox open – which contains everything you need to sing a song or have an adventure – but which of our special keys should we use? You may even be lucky enough to help the gang on stage!
Packed with family favourites like ‘Did You Ever See A Lassie?’, ‘Ally Bally’, and ‘Tattie Soup’, as well as brand new songs, Highland Fling is the perfect treat for kids of all ages – from nought to ninety
Wear something Tartan
All profits from the show will be used as extra funding for Fishermoss Primary School in Portlethen.
Show times are:
1.00 & 3.30pm – and tickets are selling FAST! Don’t delay, get yours today. Call the Aberdeen Box Office on 01224 641122 or online at:aberdeenperformingarts.com
Website: https://www.funbox.co.uk/event/saturday-22nd-april-portlethen-academy-theatre/
Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/283590092083338
Organiser: Turriff Winter Wonderland
Where: The Den, Turriff, Aberdeenshire
Date: Sunday 23rd April 2017
Time: 10:00AM – 2:00PM
Description: We are holding a car boot sale to raise funds for Turriff Winter Wonderland
If you would like to book a space please message us on the Facebook link below, or call 07816174107
Spaces must be booked.
Car boot sale open from 10am-2pm
Sellers can arrive from 9:15am onwards.
Website: https://www.facebook.com/Turriff-Winter-Wonderland-602223989978593/
Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/110792106133935
Organiser: Drum Castle, Garden & Estate
Where: Drum Castle, Banchory, Aberdeenshire AB31 5
Date: Sunday 23rd April 2017
Time: 12:00PM – 4:00PM
Description: Drive It Day
This year, the classic car run organised by the Federation of British Historical Vehicle Clubs has picked Drum Castle as its destination! Come and see over 80 classic cars on the South Lawn from noon until 4pm.
Admission to the South Lawn is free, but usual Castle entry rates apply. For more information, please call 01330 700334.
Website: https://www.facebook.com/DrumCastleGardenEstate/
Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1737368993240409
Organiser: BCD Events
Where: Hazlehead Park, Aberdeen AB15 8
Date: Sunday 23rd April 2017
Time: 12:00PM – 3:00PM
Description: Beauty and The Beast Afternoon Tea
As the launch of the live action film Beauty and the Beast is upon us BCD Events are hosting a charity afternoon tea themed around Beauty and the Beast at Hazlehead Park Cafe on Sunday April 23rd 2017 starting 12 Noon.
This charity event in association with Guide Dogs is perfect for families with children as there will be childrens entertainment.
Childrens Entertainment Includes:
Meet Belle and get a photo taken with her
Beauty and the Beast Crafts
Face Painting and Glitter Tattoo (Small additional Charge)
For the Adults:
A bar for refreshments
Raffle
Ticket pricing
Afternoon Tea With Prosecco (18 and over): £20pp
Afternoon Tea: £15pp
Under 5’s Lunchbox: £7.50
Tickets can be purchased at https://goo.gl/forms/
Contact Details: bcdevents2017@outlook.com
All proceeds will go to Guide Dogs charity.
Website: https://www.facebook.com/BCD-Events-966591890043156/
Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1858465254403429
Mud Pies on Monday Mornings
Organiser: Mud Pies
Where: Hazlehead Park – The small swing park on Groats Road, in between Hazlehead Academy and the main park itself.
Date: Mondays from 24th April – 22nd May 217
Time: 10:00AM – 11:30AM
Description: Mud Pies on Monday Mornings
Come along to this 5 week course in Hazlehead Park with your 2 to 5 year old to discover nature, play and explore outdoors and get a fun dose of Vitamin N(ature)! Stomp in mud, make mud pies, climb hills, have snack and LOTS more!
Mondays 24 April to 22 May – 10am to 11.30am
Website: http://www.mudpieadventures.co.uk/
Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/724387687721781
Mud Pies on Monday Afternoons
Organiser: Mud Pies
Where: Hazlehead Park – The small swing park on Groats Road, in between Hazlehead Academy and the main park itself.
Date: Mondays from 24th April – 22nd May 217
Time: 1:00PM – 2:30PM
Description: Mud Pies on Monday Afternoons
Come along to this 5 week course in Hazlehead Park, Aberdeen, with your 2 to 5 year old to discover nature, play and explore outdoors and get a fun dose of Vitamin N(ature)! Stomp in mud, make mud pies and other things, climb hills, have snack and LOTS more!
Mondays 24 April to 22 May – 1pn to 2.30pm
Website: http://www.mudpieadventures.co.uk/
Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/187199101783634
Organiser: Mess Around North Aberdeenshire
Where: 25 Shore Street, Macduff, Aberdeenshire AB44 1UB
Date: Wednesday 26th April 2017
Time: 10:30AM – 11:30AM
Description: Messy Play – Macduff Eggstravaganza Party
Website: https://www.facebook.com/MessAroundNorthAberdeenshire/
Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1332358793493285
Organiser: Waterstones
Where: Waterstones 3-7 Union Bridge, Aberdeen AB11 6BG
Date: Wednesday 26th April 2017
Time: 10:30AM – 11:00AM
Description: Nursery Rhymes & Story Time
Come along every Wednesday for a fun half-hour of Nursery Rhymes and story time in the Children’s department!
Bring your wee ones along and we’ll sing along to the most popular and beloved classics!
All together now:
“One, two, three four five,
Once I caught a fish alive…”
We hope to see you there!
Website: https://www.facebook.com/WaterstonesABDN/
Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/520802914974170
We hope this has given you some inspiration for the week ahead. Let us know in the comments below or over on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter what you get up too!
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