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What’s Onat The HiveMay - August 2016Coming up:National Bookstart Week &The Summer Reading ChallengeChildren’s theatre – Journey of the TurtlePrize Winning Illustration ExhibitionOnline Skills – Mini Courseswww.thehiveworcester.org

welcomeWelcome to the summer edition of The Hive’s What’sOn. We are looking forward to warmer days, holidaysand a season full of entertainment for everyone to enjoy.We are excited about our new programme, whichincludes more live performances for families, the launchof this year’s Summer Reading Challenge, with a RoaldDahl theme and a brand new Minecraft drama club forchildren. The atrium continues to host some wonderfulillustration exhibitions and look out for Angela Landels’exciting art show on Level 0. We are also celebratingthe Queen’s 90th birthday putting together a videoarchive of what Her Majesty means to you; come downand have your 90 seconds of fame recorded for yearsto come. We have the usual array of regular activitiesto enjoy including Oscar-winning films and coursesand talks covering all sorts of subjects. And if you are aparent with a child going to university for the first time,with all of our academic resources, The Hive is the placeto find all sorts of help, advice and support this summer.The Hive prides itself on being a place of discovery andinspiration, so as the holidays approach, do take thetime to wander down and see what we have on offer.Laura Worsfold, Business Development Managerwww.thehiveworcester.org

ContentsSeason’s ProgrammeLive PerformancesRegular Activities03 Journey of the Turtle The Magnetic Diaries The Quiet Compere04Young at ArtHalf Term HolidayNational Bookstart WeekSummer Reading Challenge07Workshops & Courses08Leisure & Adult LearningMinecraft & DramaUniversity HelpExplore the PastBusiness EventsExhibitions 1214SpotlightThe RevenantLady in the VanRoomCelebrations for the QueenYoung People 19 20Chapter 5 Teen Book ClubOpen Mic NightsWorcester Young Writers’ GroupWorcester Youth TheatreMakersAdultsIllustration ExhibitionsWorcester Society of ArtistsBattle of the SommeFossils in the GeoParkFilmsChildren Rat-a-tat Tales Chatterbooks Code ClubAll About Books 19 Wacky Wednesdays Bounce & Rhyme Baby Latte WorcesterChildren & Families Babies & Toddlers22IT & Job Seeking SupportHealth WalksCrafty CornerReaders’ GroupsHub SurgeriesHive Shops25Opening Times25Prices & Making a Booking2515book tickets online www.thehiveworcester.org

season’sprogramme:This season offers exciting andvibrant exhibitions, more liveperformances, a new film seriesand a brand new Minecraft dramaclub for children.2 www.thehiveworcester.org

LivePerformancesJourney of the Turtle– Lempen TheatreIn the beginning turtle was shinyand fast,always impatient, always in a hurry,but then one day he had a terribleaccident A charming tale, created throughthe imagination of two childrenand the atmosphere of a specialhill, which follows the story ofone crazy turtle. A beautiful storytold with table top puppets,shadows, traditional storytellingand atmospheric sound-scape.Suitable for everyone over the age of 5.Thursday 28 July, 2pm(Performance 50 minutes)Adults 5, children 3, babes in arms free.Reaction Theatre Makers– The Magnetic DiariesEmma Bailey is a modern dayMadame Bovary, battling with astifling middle-class lifestyle, thwarteddreams and untreatable depression.In desperation, she embarkson a course of pioneering braintherapy and documents her journeythrough raw, open-heart poetry.Dramatised from Sarah James’award-winning collection of poems.Tuesday 14 June, doors open 7.30pm,performance starts 8pm.The Quiet CompereEstablished poets and emergingvoices. Ten poets, ten minutes each.Including: Nina Lewis, Sarah L Dixon,Bobby Parker, Jasmine Gardosi, KenEvans, Holly Magill, Jess May Davies,Leon Priestnall, Adam Horovitz.Friday 17 June, doors open 7pm,performances start 7.15pm.The Magnetic Diaries and The QuietCompere are part of Worcester LitFest2016. Tickets for each event are 8 inadvance ( 6 concessions), 10 on thedoor, purchase via Worcester LitFestwebsite worcslitfest.co.uk/programmetickets-2016book tickets online www.thehiveworcester.org 3

Half Term HolidayChildren& FamiliesThere is always somethingfun to do in the children’slibrary. Rediscover favouriteauthors, uncover new ones,follow exciting trails – you neverknow what you will find.Rat-a-tat TalesListen out for the rat-a-tat in thechildren’s library. Storytime is aboutto begin interactive stories suited tochildren aged 6 and under – but greatfun for those with a big kid inside.Wednesday 1 June, 11am & 2.45pmCredits for the Children’s Universityscheme can be gained from mostof our 5-14 year old activities.Young at Art – exploring,listening, makingSessions for the under 5’s.No booking required. 3.00 per child,payable on the day at each venue.Thursday mornings, 10.30am – 12pmSeaside Fun5 & 19 May – at The Hive12 & 26 May – at the Art GalleryToy Time9 & 23 June – at The Hive16 June – at the Art GalleryYoung at Art is run in partnership withWorcester City Art Gallery & Museum.www.worcestershire.gov.uk/museumsAll About DogsTalk to The Dogs Trust and hear abouttheir top dog caring tips, meet a guidedog and pet therapy dog and join inthe special dog themed story andactivity sessions.Thursday 2 JuneDoggy Tails storytime – 10.30am,12pm, 2pm. No booking required.Activity session – 10.50am, 12.20pm,2.20pm. Make and take away a dogfinger puppet. Booking essential asspaces are limited.Pat & chat – meet guide dog puppy’sand guide dogs in training in the atrium12 – 2pm.Meet a pets as therapy dog – learnhow dogs help relieve stress and lots ofother jobs 3.30 – 4.30pm.4 book tickets online www.thehiveworcester.org

National BookstartWeek, 6 – 12 JuneA national initiative to encouragefamilies to read every day as a funshared experience.Join us from 10am – 3pm as TheHive goes Under the Sea with lotsof fun themed sessions: play on TheHive beach; meet the Bookstart bear;share books together; and lots more.Monday 6 JuneLittle Makers* – 10amBaby Sensory* – 2pm (session for 0-13 months)Rat-a-tat Tales – 10.15am & 2.15pmTuesday 7 JuneBounce & Rhyme – 10amDinky Dancers* – 1.30pm (session for2-4 years)Rat-a-tat Tales – 1.45pmWednesday 8 JuneTiny Talk* – 10am (session for 0-18 months)Rat-a-tat Tales – 10.15amWacky Wednesdays & WorcestershireNappy Advisory Service 1.30 – 3pmRat-a-tat Tales – 2.45pmThursday 9 JuneRat-a-tat Tales – 10.15am & 1.45pmYoung at Art 10.30am – 12pm ( 3 per child)Debutots* 1.30pmFriday 10 JuneBounce & Rhyme – 11amBaby Latte & Worcester BreastFeeding Support – 11.30amWorcestershire Nappy AdvisoryService 11.30am – 12.30pmBaby Yoga* – 1pm (for children below 1 year)Rat-a-tat Tales – 1.15pm* Each activity is 1 per child, bookable inadvance, places limited.Flo of the Somme:The Story of a World War 1Mercy DogJoin us for book chat, fun literarygames and activities and to discovernew books and authors both on theshelves and online! For young peopleaged 7-12 years. Focus on Flo of theSomme: The Story of a World War 1Mercy Dog.11 July, 4.45 – 5.45pmThis book will also be the theme for ourRat-a-tat Tales on 9 July.Pirates, Pants &WellyphantsFamily activity sessions organised byWorcester City Art Gallery &Museum to accompany theirexhibition about children’s illustratorand author Nick Sharratt.Tuesday 26 July & 16 August11.30am, 2 per person.Hogwarts for MugglesFamily magic making workshopwith professional magician. Suitablefor children aged 7-14 years,accompanied by an adult.Thursday 4 & 18 August, 10am – 12pm 13.00. Book tickets onlinewww.worcestershire.gov.uk/coursesbook tickets online www.thehiveworcester.org 5

Summer ReadingChallenge – The BigFriendly Read2016 marks 100 years since the birthof Roald Dahl, the world’s numberone storyteller. To celebrate, we willhave lots of gloriumptious treats foreveryone to enjoy when you read your6 books this summer.The Summer Reading Challengelaunches in Worcestershire atNational Trust Croome on 25 Junewith entertainment from artists,authors and performers. Entry isfree for the whole family if you signup to the Summer ReadingChallenge on the day.As you continue to complete the challengeof reading 6 books, you get free entry totwo further fun days out at National TrustCroome on Wednesday 27 July andWednesday 24 August.Every week throughoutthe summerEvery week throughout the summeryou can enjoy daily activities in thechildren’s library at The Hive, allbased on your favourite Roald Dahlbooks. Hear the best bits of thebooks read aloud at 11.30am and2.30pm. Explore Danny’s caravanof stories. Will you win theGolden Ticket? Or mix the bestMarvellous Medicine?Every day during opening hours.Danny Champion of the World25 – 31 JulyThe Wherever People will be visiting TheHive during this week and bringing alongtheir caravan.Charlie and Chocolate Factory1 – 7 AugustThe BFG8 – 14 AugustJames and the Giant Peach15 – 21 AugustGeorge’s Marvellous Medicine22 – 28 AugustFantastic Mr Fox29 August – 4 SeptemberEvery ThursdayMake and take a squiffling (BFG forbrilliant!) surprise home with youand hear the best bits of thebooks read aloud.11am – 12pm, 2.50 per childBooking essential. See What’s On/familyevents on the website for further details.6 book tickets online www.thehiveworcester.org

All About BooksSamuel Telford DuttonThe author, Edward Dorricott, willbe signing copies of his new book‘Samuel Telford Dutton – RailwaySignal Engineer of Worcester’.During the Victorian era, Dutton wasa manufacturer of note in the city. Hecontributed to Worcester’s public lifeas a city councillor and through hisinvolvement in the community.Saturday 18 June, 11am – 3pmThe book signing will be in the atrium.At 3pm Edward will lead a guided walkin the locality to sites connected withSamuel Dutton.Visit the Book DoctorStuck in a reading rut? Gone offreading? Want to try somethingnew or different? Consult with ourBook Doctor who can help adviseon new or interesting titles orgenres you may not have heard of.Sessions last for around ½ hour andcan be booked via the website.Friday 20 May, 2 – 4pmThursday 28 July, 6 – 8pmWednesday 10 August, 10am – 12pmCalling all Book Groups How can we help you? We'd love to hear from book groups abouthow you use your library, what support you'd like, involve you in bookrecommendations and doing online book reviews.Please email thehivelibrary@worcestershire.gov.uk with your detailsand we'll get in touch or fill in our quick 5 minute survey available via ourwebsite homepage.book tickets online www.thehiveworcester.org 7

Leisure & AdultLearning CoursesWorkshops& CoursesSpanish for BeginnersWednesday 18 May – 29 June1 – 3pm or 6.30 – 8.30pm, 65A range of courses areavailable across theyear including; leisureand adult learningcourses, history andarchaeology workshops,breakfast meetings andbusiness events.Spanish Post BeginnersProgramme contributorsinclude WorcestershireCounty Council Librariesand Learning Service,Worcestershire Archiveand Archaeology Service,the University of Worcesterand local businesses.Tai Chi for BeginnersMonday 16 May – 27 June, 6 – 8pm, 56Creative WritingSaturday 11 June – 16 July10am – 12pm, 47.50Hogwarts for MugglesThursday 4 & 18 August10am – 12pm, 13For children aged 7-14, accompanied by an adultWednesday 15 June – 13 July7 – 8pm, 35. FREE taster session Wednesday8 June, 7 – 8pmPersonal Awareness &Self-Protection for BeginnersMonday 6 June – 11 July, 6 – 7pm, 40Singing for PleasureTuesday 14 June – 19 July, 1 – 2pm, 35Emergency First Aid in theWorkplace Level 2Wednesday 18 May, 9am – 4pm, 52Keeping up with theChildren – Basic MathsMondays 16 May to 11 July10am – 12pm, 68.50. FREE to concessionsSee www.worcestershire.gov.uk/courses for further information and tomake a course booking.8 book tickets online