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**

Gordon’s Mills Loose Parts Play

Organiser: Aberdeen Play Forum

Where: Gordon Mills Road Play Park

 Date:  Friday 7th April 2017
Time:  1:30PM – 3:30PM

Description: Aberdeen Play Forum is hosting a play session at Gordon Mills Road Play park!

No need to book or pay, just come along and play!

Bus Route: Gordon Mills Road – Bus no. Platinum 19
Meadow Place – Bus no. 8,9, Platinum 19

At Aberdeen Play Forum we run play sessions in parks and green spaces around the city during school holidays. We provide our loose parts kit for children and families to play with.

Loose Parts are materials which children can move, adapt, control, change and manipulate in their play. Loose parts play offers children high levels of creativity and choice. The materials can be whatever the child wants them to be – the possibilities are endless. There are no set instructions with loose parts – children have to use their imagination, take control and lead their own play. With a little imagination they can be transformed into almost anything… Tarpaulins turn into dens, crates and tyres could be a car or a bus, pipes for water play and lots more!

Children must be accompanied by a parent or carer at sessions, and Aberdeen Play Forum are not responsible for participants. Sessions are run as ‘drop-ins’ and operate as per ‘Street Play’ programmes: they are free of charge and not compulsory; participants who feel the session is unsuitable for them are free to leave at any time or will not attend; participants use their own discretion; participants are responsible for their own health, safety and general well-being; Staff, Aberdeen Play Forum and Aberlour Childcare Trust are not responsible for participants.

All of our Play Rangers are trained in first aid. Each Play Ranger Carries with them a rucksack which contains: First Aid Kit, Poo Bags, Wipes, Bin bags and a copy of our Policies&Procedures/Risk Benefit Assessments.

Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/434907806856718

Coastal Play

Organiser: Bettridge Centre

Where: Coastal Park, Newtonhill, Aberdeenshire AB39 3UL

 Date:  Saturday 8th 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/1829449473961928

Megga Family Fun Day

Organiser: Aberdeenshire UK Mega 2019

Where: Dess, Aboyne, Aberdeenshire AB34 5BD 

Date:  Saturday 8th April 2017
Time:  11:00AM – 4:00PM

Description: Join the Aberdeenshire Mega 2019 team for a day of fun with a climbing wall, bouncy castle and body zorbs.

Farmer Ken will be on the BBQ, there’ll be a tuck shop and candy floss too!

We have an amazing facepainter coming along as well as lots of games throughout the day.

Easter family fun for kids of all ages

Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/258425804602191

Puppet Animation Festival: Jack and the Beans Talk

Organiser: APA Events

Where: 5 West North Street, Aberdeen, AB24 5AT 

Date:  Saturday 8th April 2017
Time:  2:00 PM – 4:00PM

Description: Puppet Animation Festival: Jack and the Beans Talk

Garlic Theatre

Was it a dream or did I hear a talking bean?

Jack lives on a small farm with his mum and very little to eat. He likes to talk to the birds, his cow and anyone who will listen. Imagine his surprise when he swops his cow for some magic beans and starts to hear a whispering in the breeze and a giant rumble in the sky …

Charming and inventive with plenty of interaction, an enormous beanstalk, bags of gold and a smelly old giant, Jack and the Beans Talk is a cautionary tale about what might happen if you throw things out of the window!

A fresh and funny retelling of the traditional story and an ideal gentle introduction to theatre, from the company that brought you Shoe Kangaroo and the Big Bad Boot, Billy Goats Gruff and There’s A Monster in My Piano.

“We had a fabulous afternoon with the wonderful Garlic Theatre Company who retold a traditional tale using their beautiful, ingenious puppets. Jack and the Beans Talk had all the classic characters and kept us enthralled!” Audience Member

Duration: 45 mins

Ages: 3-7 years

Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/288664544886620

Cinema at the Barn

Organiser: The Barn

Where: Woodend Barn, Banchory, Aberdeenshire AB31 5QA

Description: CINEMA LISTINGS AT THE BARN / APRIL – JUNE

SUNDAY 9 APRIL @ 1.30PM – MY NEIGHBOUR TOTORO (PG)

This acclaimed animated tale by director Hayao Miyazaki follows schoolgirl Satsuke (Dakota Fanning) and her younger sister, Mei (Elle Fanning), while they encounter and befriend playful spirits in their new house and the nearby forest, most notably the massive cuddly creature known as Totoro. part of MiniFest.

BOOK TICKETS: https://goo.gl/GmVRbs

WED 12 APRIL @ 2.00PM – The BFG (PG)

Based on Roald Dahl’s classic novel, and directed by Steven Spielberg, we’re delighted to screen the latest film adaptation of The BFG this school holidays.

BOOK TICKETS: https://goo.gl/pzKZar

WED 12 APRIL @ 7.30PM – The Danish Girl (15)

A fictitious love story loosely inspired by the lives of Danish artists Lili Elbe and Gerda Wegener. Lili and Gerda’s marriage and work evolve as they navigate Lili’s groundbreaking journey as a transgender pioneer.

BOOK TICKETS: https://goo.gl/6xmXry

Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1478400878839501

Design Your Own Ceramics – Workshops for Children

Organiser: The Gordon Highlanders Museum

Where: St. Luke’s  Viewfield Road, Aberdeen,  AB15 7XH

 Date:  Monday 10th April 2017
Time:  11:00AM – 12:00PM OR 14:00PM – 15:00PM

Description: 2 x Easter Holiday Craft Workshops for Children.

Children will be invited to choose from a range of plain ceramic/porcelain items including mugs, magnets, hanging decorations and decorative pots.

They will use special porcelain pens to create designs of their choosing.

Suitable for children 4-12 years old.

Booking Required £3.00 per child (no charge for accompanying adults).

To book, please email alice.walton@gordonhighlanders.com or telephone 01224 498926

Website:  http://www.gordonhighlanders.com/

Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1911885985764742

Balnagask Cirlce Loose Parts Play

Organiser: Aberdeen Play Forum

Where: Balnagask Circle Play Park AB11 8TT

 Date:  Monday 10th April 2017
Time:  1:30PM – 4:30PM

Description: Aberdeen Play Forum is hosting a play session at Balnagask Circle Play Park!

No need to book or pay, just come along and play!

Bus Route: Balnagask Cirlce – Bus no. 5,

At Aberdeen Play Forum we run play sessions in parks and green spaces around the city during school holidays. We provide our loose parts kit for children and families to play with.

Loose Parts are materials which children can move, adapt, control, change and manipulate in their play. Loose parts play offers children high levels of creativity and choice. The materials can be whatever the child wants them to be – the possibilities are endless. There are no set instructions with loose parts – children have to use their imagination, take control and lead their own play. With a little imagination they can be transformed into almost anything… Tarpaulins turn into dens, crates and tyres could be a car or a bus, pipes for water play and lots more!

Children must be accompanied by a parent or carer at sessions, and Aberdeen Play Forum are not responsible for participants. Sessions are run as ‘drop-ins’ and operate as per ‘Street Play’ programmes: they are free of charge and not compulsory; participants who feel the session is unsuitable for them are free to leave at any time or will not attend; participants use their own discretion; participants are responsible for their own health, safety and general well-being; Staff, Aberdeen Play Forum and Aberlour Childcare Trust are not responsible for participants.

Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1809172012681722

Melting Medals Craft Workshops for Children

Organiser: The Gordon Highlanders Museum

Where: St. Luke’s  Viewfield Road, Aberdeen, , AB15 7XH

 Date: Tuesday 11th April 2017
Time:  11:00AM – 12:30PM OR 14:00PM – 15:30PM

Description: Easter Holiday Craft Sessions for Children at The Gordon Highlanders Museum

Children will be invited to see and learn about some of the Museum’s most impressive medals. Then using foam, plastic cups, pens and the magic of science they will be able to design and create their own medals to take away with them.

Suitable for children 4 – 12 years old.

Booking Required. £3.00 per child (no charge for accompanying adults).

To book, please email alice.walton@gordonhighlanders.com or telephone 01224 498926

Website:  http://www.gordonhighlanders.com/

Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/717086931803687

Bumps, Buggy and Babywearing Walk – Haddo House

Organiser: NCT Aberdeen City & Shire

Where: Haddo House, Ellon, Aberdeenshire AB41 7

 Date:  Tuesday 11th April 2017
Time:  2:00PM – 4:00PM

Description: Come join us for a walk and play at Haddo House. Meet at the information board in the car park.

Website:  https://www.facebook.com/nctaberdeencityandshire/

Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/798341993648943

Puppet Animation Festival: Willie the Wicked Wolf

Organiser: Bettridge Centre

Where: Coastal Park, Newtonhill, Aberdeenshire AB39 3UL

 Date:  Tuesday 11th April 2017
Time:  2:00PM – 3:00PM

Description: Willie is an outrageous but loveable rogue, whose interests include food, motorbikes and rock’n’roll. He plans to eat Granny and Red Riding Hood but fails miserably because of his unreliable motorbike. Luckily Granny is a good mechanic. Unluckily she is not a good driver…how will it end? Happily of course, if the audience helps!

The puppets are all hand operated within a rickety seaside style puppet booth, which heaves around alarmingly throughout the performance issuing bubbles, smoke, occasional jets of water and a variety of props.

Suitable for children aged 5+
Tickets: Full £7, OAP £7, Concession £6, Family of 4 (max 2 adults) £24

Website:  http://www.bettridgecentre.org.uk/

Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1871116693109913

Easter Egg Hunt!

Organiser: Gaelic Playgroup Aberdeen (Croileagan Obar Dheathain)

Where: Hazelhead Woods, Aberdeen AB15 9

 Date:  Wednesday 12th April 2017
Time:  10:00AM – 11:55AM

Description: Easter Egg Hunt!

A fundraising event to take part in our traditional egg hunt, decorate and roll eggs, have a picnic and explore some spring activities. Contributions to the picnic are welcome.

£5 per family and all proceeds will be used to buy new books, DVD’s and hopefully make a reading corner.

These will be available to borrow home, as well as used in the sessions.

Everyone welcome – siblings, friends, gme, sgoil araich etc x

Website:  https://sites.google.com/site/croileagan/home

Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1440885315936325

Don’t forget we have an events calendar with the latest events for kids and families in Aberdeen City & Shire!

Beech Road Loose Parts Play

Organiser: Aberdeen Play Forum

Where: Beech Road Play Park AB16 7UR 

Date:  Wednesday 12th April 2017
Time:  10:00AM – 12:00PM

Description: Aberdeen Play Forum is hosting a play session at Beech Road Play Park!

No need to book or pay, just come along and play!

Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/195970194227591

Queens Link Loose Parts Play

Organiser: Aberdeen Play Forum

Where: Queens Links Play park AB24 5NR

 Date:  Wednesday 12th April 2017
Time:  1:30PM – 3:30PM

Description: Aberdeen Play Forum is hosting a play session at Queens Links Play park!

No need to book or pay, just come along and play!

Bus Route: Beach Esplanade – Bus no.15

Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/997472027051099

Puppet Animation Festival: Dinosaur Detectives

Organiser: APA Events

Where: 5 West North Street, Aberdeen AB24 5AT

Date:  Wednesday 12th April 2017
Time:  2:00PM – 4:00PM

Description: Puppet Animation Festival: Dinosaur Detectives

Clydebuilt Puppet Theatre

The Dinosaur Detectives weave their way through the audience looking for clues about the past, they discover a secret doorway, inside there are a number of cases, cases that contain the stories of the people who discovered dinosaur bones in Victorian times.

The Dinosaur Detectives follow a fascinating journey surrounding the first fossil finds of Mary Anning, William Buckland and Gideon Mantell. Their finds changed the face of history. A performance with rod puppets, shadow play and large-scale projections shows the fascination, fun and the conflict that surrounds the search for dinosaurs.

All the projections and puppetry are part of an open stage production. Clydebuilt also bring along a ‘Fossil Table’ for the end of the show where the audience can handle fossils including real bones and dinosaur poo!

Duration: 60 mins

Ages: 5 years +

Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/723274147852649

Rock Pooling at Cove

Organiser: Aberdeen City Council Countryside Rangers

Where: Colsea Road, Cove Bay, Aberdeen AB12 3

 Date:  Thursday 13th April 2017
Time:  10:00AM – 11:30AM

Description: Residents of the rock pools need to be tough as life is constantly changing and every tide may bring in new arrivals. Join a Countryside Ranger at Cove for an opportunity to explore the rock pools, meet some of the rock pool residents and create some wild beach art. Remember to bring wellies!

Meet at the Colsea Road car park. First Bus number 3 will take you to Cove Road.

Suitable for children aged 8 and up. Under 16’s must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

Please call the Countryside Rangers on 01224 326429 or email countrysideranger@aberdeencity.gov.uk to book your place.

Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1256804821107232

Cadbury Easter Egg Hunt

Organiser: Crathes Castle, Garden & Estate

Where: Crathes Castle, Garden & Estate , Banchory, Aberdeenshire AB31 5

Date:  Friday 14th – Monday 17th April 2017
Time:  10:00AM – 4:00PM

Description: The Easter Bunny has been up to his old tricks again! He’s left clues at Crathes Castle, Garden & Estate. Let your kids follow the clues, solve the puzzle and claim a chocolatey reward!

£3 per hunt (Usual entry prices apply if you’d like to visit the castle)

Once you have completed the egg hunt you can hop to your hearts content with a selection of inflatables provided by Team Challenge Company – Inflatable ticket: £3

Website:  http://www.nts.org.uk/CrathesCastle

Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1064866043622944

Cadbury’s Egg Hunt at Leith Hall

Organiser: Leith Hall Gardens & Estate

Where: Kennethmont, Huntly, Aberdeenshire AB54 4

Date:  Friday 14th – Monday 17th April 2017
Time:  10:00AM – 4:00PM

Description: Easter has returned to Leith Hall!

Children entry is £2.50

Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/638612246325026

Fun with Fossils

Organiser: Aberdeen Science Centre

Where: 179 Constitution Street, Aberdeen AB24 5TU

 Date:  Friday 14th April 2017
Time:  10:00AM – 5:00PM

Description: Join us for an exciting day of discover as we delve into the prehistoric and look at fossils, dinosaurs, and palaeontology!

This is a drop-in event from 10am-5pm.

The day will include:

Storytelling sessions

Dino dig pits for the younger visitors

Fossil finding activities

Hands-on activities on the exhibition floor with experiments you can try at home

Our dinosaur mural wall

Giants of the Past show

Make your own fossil workshop, come make your own fossils with us and take home a piece of the past!

Science demonstrations all about fossils

The fossil roadshow – meet expert palaeontologists and show them your fossils, they can identify fossils you bring from home

TED talk screening and live Q&A with Ken Lacovara – the ‘dino man’ shows you how hunting for dinosaurs showed him his place in the universe

Normal entry prices apply – £5.75 Adult, £4.50 Child, £18.00 Family

Website:  http://aberdeensciencecentre.org/

Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1846112232323953

Fyvie Castle Cadbury’s Easter Egg Trail

Organiser: Fyvie Castle

Where: Fyvie Castle, Fyvie, Aberdeenshire AB53 8JS

Date:  Friday 14th, Sunday 16th & Monday 17th April 2017
Time:  10:00AM – 4:00PM

Description: Come do the Easter Egg trail in the beautiful grounds of Fyvie Castle

No booking necessary.

Trail sheets only £2 per child.

Castle, Tearoom, and Shop open as normal.

Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/131429714057677

NTS/Cadbury Egg Hunt

Organiser: Haddo House & Country Park

Where: Haddo House & Country Park, Ellon, Aberdeenshire, AB41 7EQ

Date:  Friday 14th – Monday 17th April 2017
Time:  10:00AM – 4:00PM

Description: £3 per child per hunt

Collect your hunt map, follow the clues, solve the puzzle and claim your chocolatey reward! Each hunt is completely different – the perfect excuse to hop along to more than one! To have the most fun, we recommend you visit our Cadbury Egg Hunt on Friday, Saturday or Monday – there’ are 2 Easter events taking place on the Sunday, so it’ll be eggstra busy!

£3 per hunt (Usual entry prices apply if you’d like to visit the house).

For further information please call 01651 851440

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After the successful trial last year, all vehicle entry to Haddo on Easter Sunday (Sunday only, does not apply to Friday, Saturday or Monday) will be by pre-booked parking pass only.

Passes will be available at visithaddo.com from 11am on Saturday 11th March, a second batch will be available from 11am on Saturday 18th March.

You can also purchase passes from the Visitor Centre between midday and 4pm on Saturday 11th and Saturday 18th March.

Passes will cost £5 per car. This charge only applies to vehicles entering the main gates, pedestrians/cyclists can enter for free and do not need a pass.

Website:  http://visithaddo.com/

Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1841181239464069

Seaton Park Loose Parts Play

Organiser: Aberdeen Play Forum

Where: Seaton Play park

 Date:  Friday 14th April 2017
Time:  1:30PM – 3:30PM

Description: Aberdeen Play Forum is hosting a play session at Seaton Play park!

No need to book or pay, just come along and play!

Bus Route: Beach Esplanade – Bus no.15

Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/805604179594282

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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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**

Garden Tot’s Spring Special

Organiser: Woodend Barn

Where: The Barn, Woodend Barn, Banchory, Aberdeenshire AB31 5QA

Date: Friday 31 March 2017

Time: three sessions to choose from: 10:00am, 11:45am or 1:30pm

Description: Join outdoor expert Mandy Tulloch in our wild garden for some springtime fun, especially for young children.

Explore the garden and gather grass and twigs to create your very own bird’s nest to celebrate the start of Easter. Early booking recommended.

£5 per child (Must be accompanied by an adult)

BOOK: https://goo.gl/CwY972

Cinema Event – Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them (12A)

Organiser: Culter Village Hall

Where: Culter Village Hall, 178 North Deeside Road, Peterculter, Aberdeen AB14 0UD

Date: Friday 31st March 2017
Time: 7.00pm – 10.00pm

Description: A special end of term cinema showing Fantastic Beasts and where to find them.
Doors open 6.30pm film starts at 7pm
Tickets on the door £2.50 includes free soft drink
Tuck shop selling pop corn, hotdogs, sweets and drinks
This film is a 12A and not suitable for younger children.

Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/801670683334476

Easter at Bon Accord

Where: Bon Accord Shopping Centre

Date: 1st -16th April 2017
Time: 12.00pm – 4.00pm each day near the Kids Zone

Description: Various events including –

Easter Colouring Workshops

12- 4pm each day near the Kids Zone

Egg Hunt

Find all 12 giant eggs hidden around the centre before the Easter bunny does!

Take part in any of our Easter activities and you will be entered into a prize draw to win an Easter bundle which includes a £50 Bon Accord & St Nicholas gift card and of course chocolate!

Website: http://www.bonaccordandstnicholas.com

Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/400711856969080

Absafe Monthly Car Boot and Craft Sale

Organiser: Absafe

Where: Absafe, The Safe, 26 Corunna Road, Bridge of Don, Aberdeen AB23 8DU

Date: Saturday 1st April 2017
Time: Opens to public at 9am

Description: £10 per space. (Must be booked in advance)

Includes hot drink

To book contact victoria@absafe.org.uk

Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/231552353977495

Incredible Power of Light: The Laser Roadshow!

Organiser: Aberdeen Science Centre

Where: Aberdeen Science Centre, 179 Constitution Street, Aberdeen,  AB24 5TU

Date:  Wednesday 29th March – Wednesday 5th April 2017
Time: 10.00am – 4.00pm

Description: We’re hosting STFC’s Incredible Power of Light: Lasers roadshow!

Come explore a range of state-of-the-art laser technology provided by the Central Laser Facility (CLF) and how lasers take a role in every day life. You have until the 1 June to join us to explore!

Accompanied with this our Laser and Light show will show you the science behind lasers, and we’ll have hands-on activities on the floor.

The exhibition features interactive exhibits including a walk-through of the laser area of the Vulcan laser, informative artwork and digital media.

Normal entry prices apply

Website: aberdeensciencecentre.org/visit-us

Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/393811507654920

International Children’s Book Day

Organiser: White Horse Hotel & Restaurant

Where: White Horse Hotel & Restaurant, Old Road, Balmedie AB23 8

Date: Sunday 2nd April 2017

Description: On the 2nd of April its international children’s book day and to celebrate we are putting on two story sessions. 20 tickets available per session.

There will be crafts, a walk around whilst telling the story then lunch/ dinner.

The first is the Gruffalo 1030 – 12. Recommended for 5 years and under. A mouse took a stroll through the deep dark wood. A fox saw the mouse and the mouse looked good.” Walk further into the deep dark wood, and discover what happens when the quick-thinking mouse comes face to face with an owl, a snake and a hungry gruffalo . . .

Finished with a picnic style lunch.

The second is Gigantosaurus 230 – 4pm. This is recommended for 7 and under. Bonehead, Tiny, Fin and Bill are four tiny and terribly cute dinosaurs who like spending their days playing. Their mums warn them to beware of the Gigantosaurus, but like most children do they take any notice? Why, of course not! Well actually … Bonehead does. He keeps tricking his friends by calling out the Gigantosaurus is coming. But what happens when the Gigantosaurus really does come???

Finished with dinner from the children’s menu.

Tickets £6 – 20 available

Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/132482340610463

April Sling Meet And 2nd Birthday Party!

Organiser: NCT Aberdeen City & Shire

Where: Methodist Church, 8 Crown Terrace

Date: Wednesday 5th April 2017
Time: 10.00am – 12.00pm

Description: It is the April sling meet! It may be the Easter holidays but we will still be here. It’s our 2nd birthday so watch out for some surprises!

Come along to hire one of our carriers, see a demo, have a look at some carriers on our popular ‘try me’ table or just to have a coffee and cake with other parents.

Older siblings are very welcome to come along too.

£2 per family, join http://www.facebook.com/groups/nctaberdeenslinglibraryandmeet for further details

Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/2053559161537348

Easter Family Fun

Organiser: The Creation Station Turriff and Surrounding Areas

Where: Delgatie Castle, Turriff, Aberdeenshire

Date:  Wednesday 5th April 2017
Time: 10.30am – 12.30pm

Description: Join us for some Easter Family Fun and make some eggcellent Easter inspired arts and crafts, suitable for all ages from 6 months.

Mummies, daddies, grandparents, carers all welcome

Wonderful new venue at Delgatie Castle where you can enjoy a lovely lunch or tea and scone in the Lairds Kitchen afterwards.

Tickets are £10 and £5 for siblings.

Email janpalmer@thecreationstation.co.uk to book

Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1387017668030293

Don’t forget we have an events calendar with the latest events for kids and families in Aberdeen City & Shire

Bushcraft Skills for Young People

Organiser: Haddo House & Country Park

Where: Haddo House & Country Park, Ellon, Aberdeenshire AB41 7EQ

Date:  Wednesday 5th April 2017
Time: 10.30am – 12.00pm or 12.30pm – 2.00pm

Description: Join Aberdeenshire Council Ranger Service and Haddo House & Country Park to learn essential bushcraft and camping skills, or to improve on your existing skills. Sessions may include campfire set-up/take down; knots and ropes; basic knife skills; saws and other hand tools; safe campfire lighting and campfire cookery.

Activities suitable for 7yrs plus accompanied by an adult. Younger children may come along but will not be able to take part in most or all of the activities. Activities may be weather dependent, if there’s something you particularly want to learn let us know when booking and we’ll do our best to include it.

£5 per child per session (no charge for non-participating younger children), advance booking essential.

To book email haddo@visithaddo.com or call 01651 851041

Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/253578811756880

Room on the Broom

Organiser: APA Events

Where: His Majesty’s Theatre, Rosemount Viaduct, Aberdeen AB25 1GL

Date:  Wednesday 5th & Thursday 6th April 2017
Time: Wed 1.30pm & 4.30pm | Thu 10.30am & 1.30pm

Description: Tall Stories in association with Kenny Wax Family Entertainment Ltd presents

Tall Stories’ magical musical stage adaptation of Room on the Broom by Julia Donaldson & Axel Scheffler flies into town!

How the cat purred and how the witch grinned As they sat on their broomstick and flew through the wind. The witch and her cat are flying happily along on their broomstick when a stormy wind blows the witch’s hat, bow and wand away into the night.

A helpful dog, bird and frog find the witch’s lost things and all hop on the broom for a ride. But this broomstick’s not meant for five and – CRACK! – it snaps in two! Songs, laughs and scary fun for children aged 3 and up (and their grown-ups).

Website: http://www.aberdeenperformingarts.com/events/room-on-the-broom-2017

Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/656978394453153

The Tin Forest: Puppet Animation Festival

Organiser: APA Events

Where: The Lemon Tree, 5 West North Street, Aberdeen AB24 5AT

Date: Thursday 6th April 2017
Time: 2.00pm – 4.00pm

Description: PuppetCraft

The Tin Forest is about a lonely old man who lives in a dreary junkyard, full of other people’s broken and unwanted junk. He dreams that one day his world will be full of life, colour and sound. His wish is about to come true…

An uplifting, humorous and touching show, full of visual invention, puppetry and live music…with mechanical birds, a wind-up circus and exotic animals. The show has no words and is based on the book by Helen Ward, illustrated by Wayne Anderson, published by Templar.

“A simple story, beautifully staged” TimeOut

Duration: 45 mins
Ages: 3 years +

Website: http://www.aberdeenperformingarts.com/events/the-tin-forest-puppet-animation-festival

Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1982204512009298

Snuffling About – Badgers at Drum!

Organiser: Drum Castle, Garden & Estate

Where: Drum Castle, Aberdeen AB31 5

Date: Thursday 6th April 2017
Time: 10.30am – 12.00pm

Description: Discover more about the badgers living in the woods at Drum. What they eat, where they make their homes and the clues they leave behind. What are snuffle holes and how would we recognise one?

Children £5.00

All our events begin and end in the property’s car park where there is a car parking charge for non-members.

Some of our trails are not suitable for pushchairs.
Please let us know if you have any special requirements.

Children’s walks aimed at 5-11 year olds
Book on line www.nts.org.uk
Information & Enquiries 01330 844810

Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/395554420825555/

MiniFest at The Barn

Organiser: Woodend Barn

Where: The Barn, Woodend Barn, Banchory, Aberdeenshire AB31 5QA

Date: Thursday 6th – Sunday 9th April 2017

Description: Free Drop-In Activities between 10.00am – 4.00pm. No booking required.

Arts & Crafts in the Gallery – try out a selection of arts and crafts activities.
Nature Trail in the Wild Garden – see if you can find all the plants and bugs on our garden trail.
Reading Corner in the Barn gallery – relax indoors with a book, in partnership with Banchory Library

Various performances and workshops over the few days, for more details see the event listing

Pokemon Drama Workshop

Organiser: Beacon & Bucksburn Community Association

Where: Beacon & Bucksburn Community Association, Kepplehills Road, Aberdeen AB21 9PL

Date:  Friday 7th April 2017
Time: 9.00am – 4.00pm

Description: Come along and join Marie on a fun filled day of drama and games with our Pokemon themed workshop. So whether your new to Pokemon on the ultimate Pokemon trainer, come along and join in on the fun. .

Open to all Primary Aged children.
Please bring a packed lunch

Price: £20
Contact: Michelle on 07753228625 or Bbclaenquiries@gmail.com
Please note places are limited so book to avoid disappointment.

Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1388473197894194

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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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**

Haddo Children’s Theatre – Bugsy Malone

Organiser: Haddo House & Country Park

Where: Haddo House & Country Park, Ellon, Aberdeenshire AB41 7EQ

Date:  Thursday 16th – Sunday 19th March 2017

Description: Haddo Children’s Theatre are coming back to Haddo for their annual performances! This year they have been working hard on a version of BUGSY MALONE! An action packed gangster musical!

Words and Music by PAUL WILLIAMS

Libretto by ALAN PARKER

By arrangement with Warner / Chappell Music Ltd administered by Faber Music Ltd.

The show dates are as follows:

Friday 17th @ 7pm – Saturday 18th @ 2.30pm – Sunday 19th @ 2.30pm

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Tickets are £7.50 per adult, £5 for children and concessions.

Tickets are available from the Haddo NTS Shop, Formartines, J&K Shoes 9Ellon), Spar (Tarves), cast members and Claire Murphy on 07855790444

Website:  http://visithaddo.com/

Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/261332814313170/

Bridge of Don Baby Carrier Drop In March

Organiser: Close and Calm

Where: St. Columba’s Church, Braehead Way, Bridge of Don, Aberdeen 

Date:  Friday 17 March 2017
Time: 9:15 AM – 10:30 AM

Description: We’re delighted to announce the start of a new baby carrier / sling meet in Bridge of Don! This will be held one Friday morning a month, from 9:15 – 10:45 at St. Columba’s Church, Braehead Way, Bridge of Don.

There will be trained baby carrying advice from Jess Hippey, owner of Close and Calm, and a sling library with a large selection of rentals available. Should you wish to go on to buy a carrier after this, please inform Jess as discount codes are available for customers.

We will charge a £2 entry fee to cover room hire, insurance and professional fees but will serve you tea, coffee and yummy cakes in exchange. Children , partners and family are welcome, and there is an unsupervised creche area available.

We’re very lucky to also have a breastfeeding peer supporter Lynn Miller present at most meetings, as we recognise advice and support for this is often needed too 🙂

We’re a friendly, welcoming bunch and look forward to meeting you. Our hope is to try and build an informative and supportive community so the more the merrier.

Website:  http://www.closeandcalm.co.uk/

Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1519071431734745/

Discovery Day: British Science Association

Organiser: Aberdeen Science Centre

Where: Aberdeen Science Centre, 179 Constitution Street, Aberdeen,  AB24 5TU

 Date:  Saturday 18 March 2017
Time: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Description: Join us for a day of discovery as part of British Science Week! Brought to you by the British Science Association Branch in Aberdeen with Aberdeen Science Centre.

We will bring you special stalls from Opal Community Scientists, Biological records for the North East of Scotland, the Countryside Rangers, Techfest, RSPB, and more this day will be hands-on and suitable for all the family.

There will be shows, and activities on the floor all day. We ask for just a £1 donation at the door from visitors.

This event is part of British Science Week in Aberdeen. Check out the full programme at http://www.abdn.ac.uk/engage/bsw

Website:  http://aberdeensciencecentre.org/

Facebook Page/Event: http://aberdeensciencecentre.org/events/british-science-week-discovery-day/

Slow Motion  – Family Fun Day

Organiser: Woodend Barn

Where: The Barn, Woodend Barn, Banchory, Aberdeenshire AB31 5QA 

Date:  Saturday 18 March 2017
Time: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Description: Family Fun Day

Exhibition Explorers Fun for all the family. Explore our current exhibition ‘Slow Motion’ and create your own artwork using a variety of techniques and materials. Free, just drop-in.

Website:  http://www.woodendbarn.co.uk/

Positive Birth Meeting – March

Organiser: Positive Birth Movement Aberdeen

Where: Books and Beans, 22 Belmont Street, Aberdeen,  AB10 1JH 

Date:  Saturday 18 March 2017
Time: 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM

Description: The Positive Birth Movement believes that communication is the key to shaking up birth.

By coming together, in real life and online, and sharing experiences, feelings, knowledge and wisdom, women can take back childbirth. That’s why Aberdeen mums come together once per month to share their positive experiences about childbirth/parenting.

This months topic: “Positive Birth” and the launch of the Positive Birth Book by Milli Hill!

Our group is free to attend and we welcome all expectant couples, birth professionals/workers and babies/children. Space is limited so if you would like to join us please confirm your spot asap!

We are meeting at: Books and Beans | Barbers Area

Website:  http://grantmethod.wixsite.com/pbmaberdeen

Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/746801052152529/

Coffee Morning in Aid of Kiddiwinks

Organiser: Kiddiwinks of Kemnay

Where: Kemnay Village Hall, 8 Aquithie Rd, Kemnay, Aberdeenshire AB51 5SS 

Date:  Saturday 18 March 2017
Time: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Description: Kiddiwinks are holding a coffee morning on Saturday 18th March at Kemnay Village hall from 10am until 1pm.

No admission fee but donations are welcome.

Website:  https://www.facebook.com/Kiddiwinks.of.Kemnay/

Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1442393526059195/

Have you checked out our giveaway section?

Why not enter our competition to win a family meal for five from Thaikhun?

Charity Screening – Jurassic Park

Organiser: Christopher’s CLAN Challenge

Where: Belmont Cinema, Belmont Street, Aberdeen,  AB10 1JH

 Date:  Sunday 19 March 2017
Time: 10:30 AM – 12:45 PM

Description: Join us for an adventure 65 million years in the making and help raise money for Christopher’s CLAN Challenge, a 12 month effort to raise £20k for teenagers and their families affected by cancer.

All money raised will be used by CLAN to support teenagers here in North East Scotland.

Adults £10 inc. popcorn & drink

Children £5 inc. snack bag & drink

Website:  https://www.facebook.com/ChristophersCLANChallenge/

Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1894678164085092/

Bumps, Buggy and Babywearing Walk

Organiser: NCT Aberdeen City & Shire

Where: Duthie Park, Polmuir Road, Aberdeen,  AB11 7 

Date:  Friday 24 March 2017
Time: 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM

Description: Join us for our first bumps, buggy and babywearing walk of the year!

If you’re expecting a baby and want to meet others mums and mums to be, or are a mum/parent already, then you are all very welcome to join us on Friday 24th March from 1.30 onwards, at Duthie Park.

Get some spring time fresh air, stretch your legs and enjoy a gentle stroll with other parents. Whether your wee one is in a bump, buggy, baby carrier or running under their own steam, we’d love to see you there! Pm the Facebook page or email aberdeen@nct.org.uk for more information

MEET POINT – OUTSIDE WINTER GARDENS IN DUTHIE PARK. 1.30 FOR 1.45 DEPARTURE.

Website:  https://www.facebook.com/nctaberdeencityandshire/

Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1821404831517436/

Little Explorer Day: Weird Weather

Organiser: Aberdeen Science Centre

Where: Aberdeen Science Centre, 179 Constitution Street, Aberdeen, AB24 5TU  

Date:  Saturday 25 March 2017
Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Description: Join us on the 25 March to discover what extreme weather means to us! With hands-on activities, storytelling, colouring and play, this is best suited for little scientists AGED 3-5 YEARS as we explore how rain works and play with thermochromic paper!

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Little Explorer Days offer fun, hands-on science based activities that encourage learning through play and are suited for little scientists aged 3-5 years.

Each Little Explorer Day workshop lasts approximately 30 minutes and is supported by related activity tables on the Exhibition Floor.

These days are open to both the public and groups however if you are wishing to attend with a group then we would recommend you book in advance. Please contact a member of the STEM Learning Team on 01224 640 340 for more details.

Prices

On Little Explorer Days, normal entry prices apply.

Website:  http://aberdeensciencecentre.org/

Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1894421857491686/

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!

If you have an event you would like listed in a future ‘What’s on’ post and event calendar drop us an email at mimi@mummymimi.co.uk or contact us over on Facebook