What’s on in Aberdeen City & Shire for Kids and Families
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**
The Secret World of Gases
Organiser: Aberdeen Science Centre
Where: Aberdeen Science Centre, 179 Constitution Street, Aberdeen AB24 5TU
Description: Take part in the Secret World of Gases from 10th February till the 11th of March and discover how gases will be used in the future. Find out how cold liquid nitrogen is, and how air can become a liquid. Explore how hydrogen could power our future, heat our homes, and run our buses.
This show is suitable for families with children aged 5-12.
The Secret World of Gases is a two-year national programme that is engaging, inspiring and involving school-age children and their families with the amazing stories and science of gases. The programme investigates the latest innovations, dispels myths and explores how gases will be used for a greener future. Delivery of the activities begins in the nine science centres in 2018.
The programme is led by the UK Association for Science and Discovery Centres and funded by The Royal Society of Chemistry and BOC, the UK’s biggest industrial and medical gases company.
The event says 10am – 5pm but make sure to check the opening times as we are not open until 5pm every day.
Description: Fly into Wynford and show off your muscles at our SUPERHERO WEEKEND!
Dress up and show us you’ve got what it takes to be a REAL SUPERHERO in our time-trial Superhero Obstacle Course!
Standard admission prices apply. Tickets can be purchased on the day.
Dress-up Competition – Upload your superhero dress-up photos, taken at Wynford, to our Facebook page to be in with a chance of winning a prize! Don’t forget to Tag us and make it public, otherwise we can’t see it!
Family Roller Disco ( Session 1/Session 2) – Aberdeen
Organiser: United SK8S
Where: Beach Leisure Centre, Aberdeen AB24 5NR
Date: Saturday 17th February 2018 Time: 16:00 – 19:30
Description: TWO SESSIONS TO CHOOSE FROM! Family Roller Disco
Session 1 4-5.30pm
Session 2 6-7.30pm
United SK8S are Rolling back into The Beach Leisure Centre on Saturday 17th February. We are excited to bring you another fabulous Family Roller Disco with skates for hire and great music to SK8 to. Fun for all the family and giggles guaranteed! So why not join us, learn a new skill and keep fit while you don’t even know you are. Let’s Roll Aberdeen! Cant wait to SK8 you all again soon.
You can select the section you want on our ticket site.
Date: Sunday 18th February 2018 Time: Sunday 18th February 2018 10:00 – Sunday 18th February 2018 17:00
Description: Age range from baby/toddler through to 11 years approx
(there will be a ball pit and toys set aside for the younger ones to enjoy)
Fantastic range of bouncy castles, soft play, ball pit & toys is coming to Stonehaven.
**Please note each session times in poster and that we are limited to 35 kids at a time**
Delighted to also have Face Painting by Lynn and Isabelle’s Pop Up Grub coming along (please note entry fee is for the inflatables only and Face Painting and Food is not included in the ticket price)
We also have a DJ on the day to keep us entertained with some cool tunes.
Description: What makes a sound? How do we hear? On Little Explorer Day on 20th & 24th Feb when we’ll explore how vibrations work to make a sound in instruments, using hands-on craft and learning through play. Join us on the floor for more fun with sound as we make (rudimentary) phones and communicate by picking up good vibrations.
Recommended for children aged 3-5.
These Little Explorer Days are open to all.
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.
Did you see out post on my 5 favourite things to do with my 3 year old in Aberdeen City & Shire? You can check it out here.
Haar Rock Minions Club (Loirston)
Organiser: Haar Rock Coffee
Where: Haar Rock Coffee, Loirston Avenue 73, Aberdeen AB123
Date: Thursday 22nd February 2018 Time: 18:00 – 19:30
Description: At Haar Rock we are enjoying engaging with the youth’s in our local community and are excited to be extending our organised clubs .
We are excited to introduce to you the Haar Rock Minions that will start weekly from Thursday the 8th of Feb.
£2 entry for all with lots of snacks, drinks and goodies available for £1 each. Plenty to entertain the youngsters with some ad hoc entertainment lined up as we go.
Where: Cults Kirk Centre, 404 North Deeside Road, AB15 9TD
Date: Friday 23rd February 2018 Time: 11:00 – 13:00
Description: The Fourth Trimester group is a regular mother and baby support group, especially designed for mothers with babies 3 months old and under, along with mamas to be. The fourth trimester (the three months after birth) are a rollercoaster of hormones, sleep deprivation, and learning while you get to grips with looking after your beautiful new baby. Finding a support network of mums who really get what you are going through is so important, and that’s how this group came to be. There’s no expectations, and no judgement – just come as you are (even if you are on day 3 of dry shampooing your hair) and find hot tea/coffee, cake, sling advice and support, + lots of reassuring and inspiring chat from mums who ‘get it’.
Come along to our first group between 11-1 (drop in, no need to book) on Friday 23rd February, at Cults Kirk Centre. You’ll find us in the spacious Bennachie room, with lift access and plenty of space to park your buggy. A £2 suggested donation to cover room hire is appreciated.
Cults Kirk Centre has parking, and can also be easily accessed on the number 19 route.
If you need more information, please email solastamama@gmail.com
And the support doesn’t end there – join the Solasta Mamas Facebook group to connect with other local mums, and share the trials, tribulations and triumphs of life with a tiny human, without having to move off the sofa – click here http://www.facebook.com/groups/solastamamameetups
Date: Friday 23rd February 2018 Time: 13:30 – 14:15
Description: A fun, multi-sensory experience for all children. All ages welcome however the activities are suitable for children aged 6 months to 4 years old.
Admission is only £1.50 per child and children under 6 months are free. No need to book, simply pay on arrival.
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
Don’t forget you can also check out our events calendar for planning ahead with events in Aberdeen City & Shire.
Friday Favourites | Things to do with my 3 year old in Aberdeen City & Shire
I thought this week I would share 5 of my favourite things to do out and about in Aberdeen City & Shire with S.
Visit the winter gardens at Duthie park
S loves the Winter Gardens and could quite happily spend a good hour or so going around them showing you were everything is. The fish are usually first on his list to go to and say hi! Usually we also end up down at the play park with the wooden frames down near riverside drive or going for a walk round the park with S attempting to ride his scooter or bike (or rather pushing him on one of them!)
Visiting the grounds of National Trust for Scotland Properties
Crathes Castle and Drum Castle are relatively short drives from where we live and I loved exploring the gardens last year. We’ve been to a couple other properties but hoping to see more during the year as we have a family membership which is only £7.50 per month – a huge saving on the entry prices of the properties and even the price of parking if you go regularly.
Parent & Toddler Ice Skating Sessions
We discovered this a couple of months ago, the session run on Tuesdays and Thursdays. We have gone a few time on my Thursday’s off and it has been great fun each time we have went. Plus S is becoming more confident at trying new things on the ice rather than just heading for the cosy coupe each time! It’s a great way of getting them introduced to ice skating and we both enjoy it.
Pets Corner at Hazlehead Park
We bought an annual family pass for Pets Corner which was £30. S loves seeing animals, especially watching fish swim around so he always enjoys a visit here. We usually follow our visit with a trip to the café for coffee & babychino’s, usually with a wee treat or a spot of lunch.
Soft Play and/or Trampolining
S loves soft play and now he’s at an age where he can go off exploring without necessarily needing a hand from mum or dad, although he does sometimes still make us crawl through it with him. We’ve been to quite a few soft plays near us and he likes them all & they all serve coffee so it’s a win win situation! I do tend to only go to soft play when it is the quieter time, such as on any days off I have during the week or first thing at weekends.
What are your favourite thing to do with your wee one in Aberdeen City & Shire?
We’re always looking for new adventures in the area, let us know in the comments below or over on Facebook what you like to do with your wee one?
What’s on in Aberdeen City & Shire for Kids and Families
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**
Spectra 2018 Light Festival
Organiser: Aberdeen City Council – City Events & Spectra Festival
Where: Spectra Festival, Union Terrace Gardens, Aberdeen AB10 1NJ
Description: Running for four nights between the 8th–11th February 2018 SPECTRA, Aberdeen’s stunning Festival of Light, will return to celebrate the Scottish Year of Young People through this year’s theme ‘Play the Night’. Bringing together leading international artists with Scottish collaborators and developing new talent, the festival will deliver a four-day light and music exhibition using new technologies and tools to animate Union Terrace Gardens, the Kirk of St Nicholas, and Marischal College.
Alongside our oustanding light festival, we are introducing our new music programme to SPECTRA 2018. Music venues across the city will be brought to life by a smorgasbord of Nordic and UK talent with late night sessions with some of Europe’s top DJ’s. The line up for the music programme will be announced next week -stay tuned for more info!
Our two-day Catalyst Conference also returns on 9-10 February and will bring together successful cultural leaders, artists and experts from across Europe and within the UK to present their strategy around cultural development in Aberdeen.
Organised by Aberdeen City Council in partnership with Curated Place, SPECTRA will once again light up the winter nights offering more experiences of light and sound than ever before.
Where: Haar Rock Coffee, Loirston Avenue 73, Aberdeen AB123
Date: Friday 9th February 2018 Time: 18:00 – 19:30
Description: Haar Rock is delighted to continue our weekly event for Primary 5 to 6 kids at our loirston shop. The youngsters have been great playing the PS4,snooker, table tennis, games, music and mingling. This week we have lots of nail varnishes for the girls to get their nails done along with a wii, disco lights, lots of games and dance mat, still more new equipment and entertainment items being sourced to keep the kids amused whilst catching up with their mates.
Where: Haar Rock Coffee, Loirston Avenue 73, Aberdeen AB123
Date: Friday 9th February 2018 Time: 20:00 – 22:00
Description: Haar Rock is delighted to continue our weekly event for Primary 7 and S1 kids at our loirston shop. We have been delighted to engage with the youths and enjoy A Dance off or two. Karaoke to come this week along with a wii and dance mat, lots of new equipment and entertainment items being sourced to keep the kids amused whilst catching up with their mates.
Where: Bettridge Centre, Greystone Pl, Newtonhill, Aberdeenshire AB39 3UL
Date: Saturday 10th February 2018 Time: 09:45 – 11:00
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.
Date: Saturday 10th February 2018 Time: 10:00 – 15:00
Description: A host of artisan food and drink producers are back in the West End on Saturday 10th February to showcase their delectable delights, just in time for Valentines! If food is the way to your beloved’s heart, then make sure you pick up everything you need from our first 2018 market, to serve up the dinner of dreams! Or why not treat yourself to a tasty tipple, gorgeous granola or nourishing nut butter – its time to love our local produce.
Description: We will open our enchanted fairy wood this weekend and the Monday for half term (all weather permitting) and our cafe will be serving home made soup and scones along with a variety of cakes. Come along and see what our team have been working on visit the animals and if you are feeling more energetic take a walk round the farm paths . There are lots of wildlife to be seen
Wooly hats, warm clothes and boots strongly advised
(Please note this will be the last weekend the fairy wood and café will be open in February as we are closing the farm from Tuesday 13th February till Saturday 3rd March to allow us to do some work in the toilets and kitchens)
Description: Take part in the Secret World of Gases from 10th February till the 11th of March and discover how gases will be used in the future. Explore how hydrogen is used to power many things in our daily lives!
This show is suitable for families with children aged 5-12.
The Secret World of Gases is a two-year national programme that is engaging, inspiring and involving school-age children and their families with the amazing stories and science of gases. The programme investigates the latest innovations, dispels myths and explores how gases will be used for a greener future. Delivery of the activities begins in the nine science centres in 2018.
The programme is led by the UK Association for Science and Discovery Centres and funded by The Royal Society of Chemistry and BOC, the UK’s biggest industrial and medical gases company.
Please note this show will run on weekends and during the mid-term, as well we close at 1500 on Tuesdays.
Where: DoubleTree by Hilton, Beach Boulevard, Aberdeen AB24 5EF
Date: Saturday 10th February 2018 Time: 11:00 – 13:00 and 15:00 – 17:00
Description: Love Rara’s Valentine’s Disco is a fun event for all ages with games, dancing and entertainment all included it really is a fun day out for all the family.
We have two discos running at
11am-1pm and
3pm-5pm
Our Valentines Disco is a great way to spend your Valentine’s weekend with the family and you will get to met some well known Love Rara Characters, do lots of dancing, play games and see some performances! We will be offering Love Rara Face Painting and Glitter Tattoos on the day for £2 each to add some dazzle to the disco. Food and drink is available to purchase from the Hilton Hotel as well.
Tickets are £6 per person. Both children and adults need to purchase a ticket due to room size capacity for health and safety.
Please contact loveraraltd@yahoo.com to book your tickets now. Don’t leave it too late as last year this event sold out in 3 hours!!
Description: Children’s Stone Painting session- Our volunteers who have created our fabulous enchanted wood are looking forward to help you decorate some stones – large or small, so make some rustic animals, beasties , bugs , funny faces or scary grins the choice is yours . We will place them into a special new area within our enchanted fairy wood over the next few weeks. All the materials will be supplied just bring your imagination and have some fun. Children should be 4yrs upwards and need to be accompanied by an adult to help. No admission fee, no booking required- We would just kindly ask for a donation to cover the materials
You don’t have to come to weekly classes to attend. The price includes siblings, parents and family members. Come along and enjoy music, singing, dancing, signing, lights, hearts and make amazing memories with the most amazing love in your life…… Your beautiful baby ♥️ our fabulous photo booth will also be available to capture some brilliant photos x
Where: Haar Rock Coffee, Loirston Avenue 73, Aberdeen AB123
Date: Saturday 10th February 2018 Time: 14:00 – 15:30
Description: Come and Join us to see whats on offer for our newly introduced Girls Afternoon Tea Parties!!
With cakes, sandwiches, nail painting, glitter tattoos, Disco music and disco lights you can try out what we have to offer for a special price of only £5!!!
Book in your daughter and any of her friends to come along and join the party for only £5. They will be guaranteed a good time and at a bargain price!
Date: Sunday 11th February 2018 Time: 12:30 – 15:30
Description: WORKSHOP – Geeky Needle Felting with Hobbit Leathers
AGE – Adults and Children over 12 years old
WHEN – Sunday 11th February 2018
TIME – 12:30pm to 3:30pm
WHERE – Geek Bothy, Unit 3 Transition Extreme, Links Road, Aberdeen, AB24 5NN
FREE PARKING IN CAR PARK
COST – £20 per person
Come along and learn to needle felt with like-minded geeky crafters. Perfect for complete beginners as every stage of the process is explained.
Make felt bauble type ornaments in the shapes of geeky characters like ‘Totoro’, ‘Mike Wazowski’ from Monsters Inc., B-B8 from Star Wars, an Angry Bird or Pokemon Poke Ball. Your creations can be a geeky treat for yourself or also make brilliant gifts. They can simply sit on your bookshelf or windowsill, or be made into hanging ornaments.
You will be provided with a spherical blank felt ball called a ‘core’ (making these balls takes a while so we do it for you to leave you time to do the fun bit!), which you will then work on, adding colours and attachments to complete your creation.
Enjoy a relaxing crafty session and blether with fellow geeks in the quirky and exciting Geek Bothy.
All materials, demonstrations and a little snack and drink are included in the price.
Please note that workshops are non refundable and dates can not be swapped, you are welcome to give your place to someone else, it doesn’t have to be the named person that booked the workshop attending. If the maker and/or Geek Bothy cancel the workshop a full refund will be issued.
Where: His Majesty’s Theatre, Rosemount Viaduct, Aberdeen AB25 1GL
Date: Sunday 11th February 2018 Time: 15:00 – 16:00
Description: Family Concert: The perfect introduction to classical music for all ages!
Over the past few years the BBC’s Ten Pieces initiative has opened up the world of classical music to a generation of children, and inspired them to develop their own creative responses to ten specially-chosen pieces of music. Featuring famous music such as Beethoven’s Fifth Symphony, and Stravinsky’s The Firebird, there’s no better way to introduce children to the amazing sounds of a live orchestra and to some of the greatest music ever written. The concert will last approximately one hour with no interval.
Where: St Francis of Assis Rc Church, Deeside Gardens 231, Aberdeen AB157
Date: Monday 12th February 2018 Time: 10:00 – 11:30
Description: Join us on Monday 12th February for our first Nappy Library & Meet of 2018.
This is the first meet up without the Sling Library, but the session will form part of our Waddling to Toddling Group.
The Nappy Library & Meet will run from 10am to 11:30am, where there will be kits to hire, help with your own cloth nappies, a play area for babies and toddlers and not forgetting tea, coffee and cake!!
Going forward, the Nappy Library & Meet will be held the second Monday of the month at the Waddling to Toddling Group.
Date: Monday 12th February 2018 Time: 10:30 – 14:30
Description: If you love making stuff then don’t miss out on our Valentine-themed arts and craft activities! All materials provided. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Organiser: Aberdeen City Council Countryside Ranger Service
Where: Pocket Garden, Spital
Date: Monday 12th February 2018 Time: 11:00 – 13:00
Description: Come along and join the Coutryside Rangers getting our hands dirty making bird feeders that you can take home for your local birdlife to enjoy!
Meet at the Pocket Garden on the Spital, Old Aberdeen (just down from Shakes n Cakes). First Bus 20 & 25 go to the Spital.
Booking essential as places are limited. Please call 01224 326 429 or email countrysideranger@aberdeencity.gov.uk to book your FREE place.
Perfect for younger children under 7, when accompanied by a responsible adult.
Organiser: Aberdeen City Council Countryside Ranger Service
Where: Pocket Garden, Spital
Date: Monday 12th February 2018 Time: 14:00 – 16:00
Description: Over the year the Rangers have collected lots of scraps of wood left over from projects. Come and help us turn them into bird boxes or feeders which you can take home and hang in time for National Nest Box Week and the nesting season.
Why not challenge the Rangers? Bring along your broken bird boxes or any other items you think we could repurpose into a spectacular wildlife attraction for your garden.
Meet at the Pocket Garden on the Spital, Old Aberdeen (just down from Shakes n Cakes). First Bus 20 & 25 go to the Spital.
Booking essential as places are limited. Please call 01224 326 429 or email countrysideranger@aberdeencity.gov.uk to book your FREE place.
Perfect for children over 7, when accompanied by a responsible adult.
Date: Tuesday 13th February 2018 Time: 14:00 – 15:00
Description: What kinds of energy do we use in the North East? In this hands-on workshop devised by Aberdeen Science Centre and Vatenfall, one of Europe’s largest producers of electricity, test your design and experimentation skills by learning how to build and measure the electrical output of a wind turbine.
Date: Wednesday 14th February 2018 Time: 14:00 – 16:00
Description: Looking to keep the children entertained this half term? Come along and join in our valentine craft’s afternoon.
Many craft ideas and options available or maybe you can come up with your own designs. Great interactive and creative way to spend an afternoon.
2pm till 4pm. Suitable for all ages.
Booking is not required for this activity.
£3 per child. All craft materials are provided.
Children to be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Why not make a day of it and come along to meet some of the current Belwade residents and groom one of our adorable ponies in the morning. Booking is required for this activity as spaces are limited. £4 per child. 11.30am till 1pm.
Our Bistro is open 11am till 4pm. Lunches are served between 11.30am and 2.30pm, teas, coffees and delicious treats and cakes available to purchase throughout the day.
For further information on Belwade Farm or any of the activities we offer please call 013398 85398 or email lisagardiner@worldhorsewelfare.org.
Where: Haar Rock Coffee, Loirston Avenue 73, Aberdeen AB123
Date: Thursday 15th February 2018 Time: 18:00 – 19:30
Description: At Haar Rock we are enjoying engaging with the youth’s in our local community and are excited to be extending our organised clubs .
We are excited to introduce to you the Haar Rock Minions that will start weekly from Thursday the 8th of Feb.
£2 entry for all with lots of snacks, drinks and goodies available for £1 each. Plenty to entertain the youngsters with some ad hoc entertainment lined up as we go.
Where: St. Columba’s Church, Braehead Way, Aberdeen AB22 8RR
Date: Friday 16th February 2018 Time: 09:30 – 10:45
Description: We’re delighted to be able to hold a Baby Carrier Drop In Session every month in Bridge of Don
Feel free to bring your stretchy wrap from the Scottish Baby Box as we’d love to give you a hand.
There will be trained baby carrying advice from Jess Hippey, owner of Close and Calm, and a large selection of carriers and wraps available for trying and for hiring. 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. Children are always welcome.
We’re very lucky to also have a breastfeeding peer supporter present at most meetings.
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.
You’re also always welcome to bring your own carriers for help too.
Where: Haar Rock Coffee, Loirston Avenue 73, Aberdeen AB123
Date: Friday 16th February 2018 Time: 20:00 – 22:00
Description: Haar Rock is delighted to continue our weekly event for Primary 7 and S1 kids at our loirston shop. We have been delighted to engage with the youths and enjoy A Dance off or two. Karaoke to come this week along with a wii and dance mat, lots of new equipment and entertainment items being sourced to keep the kids amused whilst catching up with their mates.
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
Don’t forget you can also check out our events calendar for planning ahead with events in Aberdeen City & Shire.
Each month I am going to set myself 5 goals, they may be personal, blog or fitness related but I’m hoping doing this will help me get back on track with things after December and January.
1. Aiming to post 2 – 3 blog posts per week.
2. Learn how to use more of the features on my camera and take more photos with S at weekends.
3. Get back on track with healthy eating and structured workouts – so the jeans fit better as they are still a little tight after the festive period! I love the gym but also food especially chocolate. So it’s back to tracking food on myfitnesspal, workouts through my Fitbit and using my food & fitness instagram to create some accountability.
4. Attempt a Vlog over on my YouTube Channel where I’m speaking more to the camera – or at least work on building up to this with Instagram stories as a starting point (You can find us over on instagram here.)
5. Read a complete book – something I have not done is forever but I’m going to make myself read on my Kindle before bed instead of scrolling through my phone. Also hoping this helps with getting better sleep, plus I signed up to Kindle Unlimited on a deal where you get 3 months for £1.99 so I want to make the most of it!
For February I have decided I’m going to start sharing some of my favourite things in a Friday post, if all goes well and I have more to share then it may become a regular feature on my blog.
Instagram Stories
I *may* be a bit of an instagram addict – I would say it’s my favourite social media site, close with Facebook. There are a few people who’s stories I make a point of checking out regularly and I thought I would share who’s stories I have been loving recently.
Sarah is someone I have followed on Instagram for a couple of years since discovering her blog and YouTube channel over 2 years ago – and she’s originally from Aberdeen!
I find her one of the most relatable people on Instagram and find her an inspiration – she has a fab blog, YouTube channel and Instagram page whilst also working and raising two little ones.
She is always very honest and doesn’t just share the ‘perfect’ moments – especially when her husband Robert is away on deployment with the Navy. Her husband Robert can also be found on Instagram at @thisdadalife
I discovered Nyomi a couple of months ago and love watching her stories – she has such a lovely accent! She’s also another very relatable working mum of two and blogger.
She recently introduced her partner to the world of Instagram Stories and they are both hilarious! He can be found at @papagingeuk. I think they need to do more Instagram Lives together – I loved the random one the other week battling for viewers whist they were both live streaming.
Courtney is a straight talking personal trainer based in London. She gives sound advice and doesn’t follow the trends but instead tells you like it is.
Her personal training studio looks amazing as does all her fitness gear and food! Her training stories are great for extra inspiration. Her stories of the classes she goes to makes me wish I lived in London as there seems so much more on offer down their gym/fitness and healthy food (eating out) wise.
Anna is a psychotherapist and a mum of two. She gives an honest insight into mum life and has lots great posts on her instagram feed based around her knowledge as a psychotherapist.
Anna is also one of the creators of Blom Cards, which are psychologically-grounded insights & challenges to help you bloom. I have a set myself and they are great for practicing some self-care.
Her stories usually consist of her workouts in her home gym, and these are great for gaining ideas on what to do in the gym and what exercises to group together. Her overall attitude to working out, eating healthily and life in general come across in such as positive, motivating and upbeat way.
Her profile is set to private so I hope she doesn’t mind me including her in this post.
Who do you watch on Instagram?
Do let me know who you love watching on instagram in the comments below or over on facebook – I love finding new people to follow!
You can fine me over at @mummy.mimi.x over on Instagram
What’s on in Aberdeen City & Shire for Kids and Families
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**
Nature Reserve Conservation Day – Pond Pick me up!
Organiser: Aberdeen City Council Countryside Ranger Service
Where: Kincorth Hill Nature Reserve, Aberdeen AB12 5
Date: Saturday 3rd February 2018 Time: 10:00 – 15:00
Description: Help the Countryside Rangers make more space for our newts and other freshwater animals and plants by clearing vegetation away from the pond.
Gloves, tools, and hot drinks will be provided but please bring a packed lunch. Don’t forget to wear wellies!
Meet at the reserve car park at Abbotswell Crescent. First bus 18 stops next tot he car park.
Booking essential as places are limited – please call 01224 326 429 or email countrysideranger@aberdeencity.gov.uk to book your FREE place!
Suitable for adults and children over 5 when accompanied by a responsible adult.
Description: Discover what electricity actually is, how we look beyond our own planet and more as we explore what our universe is made of from the very tiny to the incredibly large in this exciting show created by the Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC)
This new show will be on for the public and be included in your entry fee.
Where: Bettridge Centre, Greystone Pl, Newtonhill, AB39 3UL
Date: Saturday 3rd February 2018 Time: 19:30 – 21:30
Description: A return to the Bettridge Centre in Newtonhill is in their sights, as the WrestleZone grapplers continue their first foots into 2018.
Bodyslams and suplexes are on the bill as the thrilling family-friendly action gets ready to rock the Aberdeenshire Town on Saturday 3rd February.
And what better way to see of the cold than support your local WrestleZone heroes such as “The Revolutionary” Damien, “Red-Haired Warrior” Scotty Swift and “Fully Loaded” Zach Dynamite.
Previous events at the Bettridge Centre have whipped up a storm and we can’t wait to see what the wrestlers have in store for this year’s event.
You can pick-up advance e-tickets now from Ringside World which give you priority entry to the event. These are priced £12 for adults and £10 for under 14s.
An exclusive online family ticket is available for £35, offering entry for 2 adults and 2 children or 1 adult and 3 children. This offer is ONLY AVAILABLE ONLINE
Pay-at-the-door admission will also be available on the night. Doors open at 7pm with the first bout on at 7.30pm.
More information is available by calling 07855 121777 and leaving your name, number and a short message.
Where: DoubleTree by Hilton Aberdeen Treetops, 161 Springfield Road, Aberdeen
Date: Sunday 4th February 2018 Time: 10:30 – 13:00
Description: Shop smartly, be savvy and save. Find everything you need for baby and children up to 9 years of age, all under the one roof, all on the same day. Whether it’s large items from our Large Items Gallery, or clothes, toys, and equipment from our quality nearly-new stalls, you’re guaranteed to find what you’re looking for – why pay more when you can pay less – now that’s being smart!
Description: Running for four nights between the 8th–11th February 2018 SPECTRA, Aberdeen’s stunning Festival of Light, will return to celebrate the Scottish Year of Young People through this year’s theme ‘Play the Night’. Bringing together leading international artists with Scottish collaborators and developing new talent, the festival will deliver a four-day light and music exhibition using new technologies and tools to animate Union Terrace Gardens, the Kirk of St Nicholas, and Marischal College.
Alongside our oustanding light festival, we are introducing our new music programme to SPECTRA 2018. Music venues across the city will be brought to life by a smorgasbord of Nordic and UK talent with late night sessions with some of Europe’s top DJ’s. The line up for the music programme will be announced next week -stay tuned for more info!
Our two-day Catalyst Conference also returns on 9-10 February and will bring together successful cultural leaders, artists and experts from across Europe and within the UK to present their strategy around cultural development in Aberdeen.
Organised by Aberdeen City Council in partnership with Curated Place, SPECTRA will once again light up the winter nights offering more experiences of light and sound than ever before.
Organiser: Hidden Aberdeen Tours & The Cult of Coffee
Where: The Cult of Coffee, 28 Esslemont Avenue, Aberdeen, AB25 1SN
Date: Thursday 8th February 2018 Time: 19:00 – 21:30
Description: A selection of tall tales, half-truths and actual whacky happenings from Aberdeen’s history and folklore. Did you know that Harry Houdini, world famous escapologist came to Aberdeen in 1908 and carried out a crazy stunt in the Dee? Was William Wallace’s arm buried in Old Aberdeen or Torry? Did Hitler really plan to use Marischal College if the Nazis had invaded Scotland? And did a woman and her son kill the Laird of Northfield centuries ago?
These and many more urban legends of the city will be presented in the cosy surroundings of our new favourite venue, The Cult of Coffee – owners Paul and Louise say they will have loads of new cakes to tempt you, so do join us for this storytelling event.
Doors open 7pm; Dog-friendly venue
AND the original Hidden Aberdeen book will be on sale
Book your ticket at Ticketsource (click the link “Find Tickets”)
£10.00 entry all tickets
Not suitable for under 10s.
Parking on street Esslemont Ave, Leadside Road, (metered) and the Grammar School car park (free).
Date: Saturday 24th February 2018 Time: 11:00 – 12:30
Description: It’s time for our first Nearly New Sale of the year, as our sellers have a huge post Christmas clearout.
Volunteers are on hand for advice and help during the sale, if you have a shopping list ask a volunteer to point you in the right direction.
We will lend you a shopping bag to collect your goodies in then have a one stop checkout with chip and pin facilities, also a reclaim area where large bulky items can be safely left whilst you continue to shop.
Cots, toys, highchairs, walkers, puzzles, bouncy chairs, bikes, ride on’s, bumbo’s, stair gates, more toys, books, DVD’s, computer games, curtains, lampshades, bedding, maternity equipment & clothing, dressing up clothes, more toys, moses baskets, prams, slings, re-useable nappies, clothes carefully displayed from newborn up to approx 10 years, scooters, carriers, playmats, bouncy chairs, jumperoo’s, travel cots, kids furniture – all dependant on what our sellers decide to bring! We can’t sell baby car seats or items that require a plug.
Our sales are 100% powered by volunteers and a % of the takings goes back into the NCT the UK’s largest parenting charity to support work locally and nationally.
Ready to become a seller? Keep an eye out on our facebook page for registration opening.
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
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What’s on in Aberdeen City & Shire for Kids and Families
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**
Baby Carrier Drop In Session – Inverurie
Organiser: Close and Calm
Where: St Andrews Church, High Street, Inverurie, Aberdeenshire
Date: Friday 26th January 2018 Time: 09:45 – 11:15
Description: We’re delighted to be able to hold a Baby Carrier Drop In Session every month in Inverurie.
Feel free to bring your stretchy wrap from the Scottish Baby Box as we’d love to give you a hand.
There will be trained baby carrying advice from Jess Hippey, owner of Close and Calm, and a large selection of carriers and wraps available for trying and for hiring. 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. Children are always welcome.
We’re very lucky to also have a breastfeeding peer supporter present at most meetings.
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.
You’re also always welcome to bring your own carriers for help too.
Description: To mark the end of the Haddo Regeneration Project we will be celebrating Haddo with lights and projections. For three nights Haddo House will be the backdrop to projections that illustrate some of the things we do at Haddo, and how we are all part of the Haddo community. The Wallace Monument and Old Pheasantry will also be lit up.
We invite you to come along and enjoy Haddo in the dark (this is not a guided walk, you are free to roam as you please), but also to take lots of pictures. We will run a photography competition with a prize for the most imaginative/interesting/atmospheric picture taken whilst the lights are in situ. Please send photos to Suzanna: haddo@visithaddo.com
The tearoom will not be open, but please feel free to take a flask of something hot and tasty to enjoy on your visit.
Date: Saturday 27th January 2018 Time: 9:00AM – 3:00PM
Description: Belmont St Market Aberdeen is the new name for the farmers’ market at this popular location. It takes place on the last Saturday of the month, with weekly markets in December, from 9am till 3pm.
Where: Bettridge Centre, Greystone Pl, Newtonhill, Aberdeenshire AB39 3UL
Date: Saturday 27th January 2018 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.
Organiser: Aberdeen City Council Countryside Ranger Service
Where: Scotstown Moor, Aberdeen AB22 8
Date: Saturday 27th January 2018 Time: 10:00AM – 3:00PM
Description: A second chance to wage war on the gorse and broom growing in the Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) at Scotstown Moor Local Nature Reserve! Help to restore the heathland habitat and encourage native plants to grow.
If the weather is suitable to have a fire we will burn the cut gorse on site and have a lunchtime treat of baked potatoes and toasted marshmallows.
Gloves, tools and hot drinks will be provided but please bring a packed lunch and wear clothing suitable for the weather. Suitable for adults and children over the age of 5.
Meet at the reserve car park off Scotstown Road. First Bus 2 goes to Scotstown Road and 8 goes to Dubford Road.
Booking essential as places are limited – call 01224 326 429 or email countrysideranger@aberdeencity.gov.uk to book your FREE place.
Where: RSPB Loch of Strathbeg, Starnafin, Fraserburgh, Aberdeenshire AB43 8QN
Date: Saturday 27th January 2018 Time: 10:00AM – 2:00PM
Description: Join us anytime between 10 and 2 at Loch of Strathbeg Visitor Centre and help us out with our Big Garden Birdwatch. Find out more about the count and prepare for your own Birdwatch at home.
Little Explorer Days: Colour, Light & All things Bright
Organiser: Aberdeen Science Centre
Where: Aberdeen Science Centre, 179 Constitution Street, Aberdeen, AB24 5TU
Date: Saturday 27th January 2018 Time: 10:00AM – 5:00PM
Description: Join us on the 23rd January to discover the world colour and light! What objects make light? What are shadows? This and more with hands-on activities, storytelling and play. Best suited for little scientists AGED 3-5 YEARS.
Recommended for children aged 3-5.
These Little Explorer Days are open to public and groups.
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
Where: The Barn, Burn o Bennie, Banchory, Aberdeenshire AB31 5QA
Date: Saturday 27th January 2018 Time: 7:30PM – 11:00PM
Description: Burns Ceilidh with Hehir, Jones and MacCallum
Join us as we continue the national Burn’s celebrations with Barn favourites Hehir, Jones and MacCallum as they provide an evening of lively traditional music to set your feet tapping and get you onto the dance floor.
Buchanan Food will be serving up traditional hearty haggis to keep those energy levels up. A great night of dancing guaranteed!
Part of the Barn’s fundraising efforts throughout the year.
Nature Nippers: Feathery Friends of Leith Hall Estate
Organiser: North East Ranger Service
Where: Leith Hall Gardens & Estate, Kennethmont, Huntly, Aberdeenshire AB54 4NQ
Date: Monday 29th January 2018 Time: 1:00PM – 2:00PM
Description: For 1-5 year olds and their guardians. Join the Ranger service for a fun walk in the woods to find out about the birds of Leith Hall estate.
Make your own bird feeder and maybe try out building your own nest! Tickets £4.50 available by booking online.
Where: Waterstones, 3-7 Union Bridge, Aberdeen AB11 6BG
Date: Thursday 1st February 2018 Time: 5:30PM – 7:00PM
Description: That time of year is back! We’re celebrating all things Potter on Thursday 1st February and this year’s theme is Fantastic Beasts.
Everyone gets their cloaks, Hogwarts uniforms and 20’s frocks out and join us for an evening of fun and games at Waterstones!
On this night we’ll be attending a Fantastic Beasts class and you should listen closely as there’ll be a hunt for them right after! While you’re at it keep your eyes peeled for Niffler’s chocolate coins jar and guess how many he’s collected.
There’ll be a crafts area where you can decorate dragons’ eggs or make your own Death Eater mask… Terrifying I know!
For the older crowd we’ll be playing out brand new board game – Harry Potter Hogwarts Battle.
We’ll also be running a fancy dress competition and the winner will be decided at the end of the evening.
Please call the shop on 01224 592440 to reserve a place.
We are looking forward to our Potter night and hope you are too!
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
Don’t forget you can also check out our events calendar for planning ahead with events in Aberdeen City & Shire.
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