Mon 29th May - Sunday 4th June - What’s in the Book? The seventeen million books of Janet & Allan Ahlberg
What's in the Book? celebrates the Ahlberg's creative partnership and explores the wonderful books they made. Discover where they got their ideas and how they turned them into highly original books that are clever, funny and have massive appeal to both children and adults. Favourites include The Jolly Postman, Each Peach Pear Plum and Burglar Bill.
Children can take charge at The Jolly Postman’s Post Office, become stars of the Each Peach Theatre, as well as dive into a variety of hands-on activities for all ages. The under 5’s can catch Storytime in the bookshop everyday at 11am.
Wed 31st May – ‘Friendly Matches’ Football mania at Seven Stories
Inspired by Allan Ahlberg’s ‘Friendly Matches’ and a huge football fanatic himself, join the team for a great line up of football favourites. Create your own Dream Team, make your own football puppets and join our football hunt. Plus, watch out for our comic referee and coach on the line keeping you all in tow! And don’t panic for all those who can’t stand football, usual activities will be available, and our two interactive exhibitions will be open for your entertainment.
Sunday 4th June - Here, There and Everywhere with Chris Bostock
Sunday Storytelling with A Bit Crack. Join Chris Bostock as he travels around the world, in stories that will take us from the tops of mountains to the bottom of the sea, through dark jungles and over plains, but always back in time for tea. Suitable for all ages, in the Attic. Sessions at 1pm, 1.45pm & 2.30pm.
Thursday 8th June - David Almond Book Launch
Talented local author David Almond pops in to launch the paperback of his latest book Clay. Special school and group session’s 11-12noon, workshop for creative writing students, 16-21 years. 1-2pm session for KS3 11-13 years.
Available to the public 3.30 – 4.30pm for a bookshop signing. Free.
Fri 9th June – Talking Words and Pictures with Eric Maddern and Paul Hess
Author and illustrator event: School session 1pm - 2pm, from years 5 & 6. This is an opportunity for schools groups to meet an author and illustrator team and explore how they work together to create their picture books. Eric and Paul will discuss their books and their working partnership followed by a Q & A session.
Available to the public 2.30pm for a bookshop signing. Free.
Sat 10th June– Eric Maddern and Paul Hess
Author and illustrator event: Eric Maddern is an Australian-born singer, storyteller, writer and teacher. He’s long been curious about the old tales that connect us to spirit, ancestors and land. Paul Hess is a fellow Australian who went to Art College in Sydney before going on to work in various design studios both in Sydney and London. Paul began illustrating full-time in 1991 and has illustrated several children's books, attracting acclaim for his stylishly funny artwork. This is a chance to get to know Eric and Paul's books and hear about how they work together. Family audience. Sessions at 11am and 1.30 pm in Artist's Attic followed by a bookshop signing.
Mon 12th June - Brian Jacques
Author event: His books have thrilled readers all over the world. Inspired by the classic adventure stories of his childhood, not to mention his many real-life travels, Brian Jacques has conjured up the magical world of Redwall. Brian will be talking about High Rhulian, the latest in the series which blends fantasy, adventure and nail-biting suspense in the true tradition of the Redwall saga. 6pm in the Bookshop. Free.
Sat 7th & Sun 8th July – Tony Ross and Jeanne Willis
Author and illustrator event: Much loved children’s duo Tony Ross and Jeanne Willis are available for an interactive family event, talking you through their inspiration, ideas and favourite stories. Times are yet to be confirmed but log onto our website for further information.
Pre-booking is advisable for most events.
Access to events is through normal admission to the centre for which standard admission charges apply. Events outside of normal centre opening hours may be subject to an individual price.
For bookings please call 0845 271 0777.
Please note it is essential that school sessions are pre-booked, call Liz Paton on
Half Term at Seven Stories
May Half Term
Mon 29th May - Sunday 4th June - What’s in the Book? The seventeen million books of Janet & Allan Ahlberg
What's in the Book? celebrates the Ahlberg's creative partnership and explores the wonderful books they made. Discover where they got their ideas and how they turned them into highly original books that are clever, funny and have massive appeal to both children and adults. Favourites include The Jolly Postman, Each Peach Pear Plum and Burglar Bill.
Children can take charge at The Jolly Postman’s Post Office, become stars of the Each Peach Theatre, as well as dive into a variety of hands-on activities for all ages. The under 5’s can catch Storytime in the bookshop everyday at 11am.
Wed 31st May – ‘Friendly Matches’ Football mania at Seven Stories
Inspired by Allan Ahlberg’s ‘Friendly Matches’ and a huge football fanatic himself, join the team for a great line up of football favourites. Create your own Dream Team, make your own football puppets and join our football hunt. Plus, watch out for our comic referee and coach on the line keeping you all in tow! And don’t panic for all those who can’t stand football, usual activities will be available, and our two interactive exhibitions will be open for your entertainment.
Sunday 4th June - Here, There and Everywhere with Chris Bostock
Sunday Storytelling with A Bit Crack. Join Chris Bostock as he travels around the world, in stories that will take us from the tops of mountains to the bottom of the sea, through dark jungles and over plains, but always back in time for tea. Suitable for all ages, in the Attic. Sessions at 1pm, 1.45pm & 2.30pm.
Thursday 8th June - David Almond Book Launch
Talented local author David Almond pops in to launch the paperback of his latest book Clay. Special school and group session’s 11-12noon, workshop for creative writing students, 16-21 years. 1-2pm session for KS3 11-13 years.
Available to the public 3.30 – 4.30pm for a bookshop signing. Free.
Fri 9th June – Talking Words and Pictures with Eric Maddern and Paul Hess
Author and illustrator event: School session 1pm - 2pm, from years 5 & 6. This is an opportunity for schools groups to meet an author and illustrator team and explore how they work together to create their picture books. Eric and Paul will discuss their books and their working partnership followed by a Q & A session.
Available to the public 2.30pm for a bookshop signing. Free.
Sat 10th June– Eric Maddern and Paul Hess
Author and illustrator event: Eric Maddern is an Australian-born singer, storyteller, writer and teacher. He’s long been curious about the old tales that connect us to spirit, ancestors and land. Paul Hess is a fellow Australian who went to Art College in Sydney before going on to work in various design studios both in Sydney and London. Paul began illustrating full-time in 1991 and has illustrated several children's books, attracting acclaim for his stylishly funny artwork. This is a chance to get to know Eric and Paul's books and hear about how they work together. Family audience. Sessions at 11am and 1.30 pm in Artist's Attic followed by a bookshop signing.
Mon 12th June - Brian Jacques
Author event: His books have thrilled readers all over the world. Inspired by the classic adventure stories of his childhood, not to mention his many real-life travels, Brian Jacques has conjured up the magical world of Redwall. Brian will be talking about High Rhulian, the latest in the series which blends fantasy, adventure and nail-biting suspense in the true tradition of the Redwall saga. 6pm in the Bookshop. Free.
Sat 7th & Sun 8th July – Tony Ross and Jeanne Willis
Author and illustrator event: Much loved children’s duo Tony Ross and Jeanne Willis are available for an interactive family event, talking you through their inspiration, ideas and favourite stories. Times are yet to be confirmed but log onto our website for further information.
Pre-booking is advisable for most events.
Access to events is through normal admission to the centre for which standard admission charges apply. Events outside of normal centre opening hours may be subject to an individual price.
For bookings please call 0845 271 0777.
Please note it is essential that school sessions are pre-booked, call Liz Paton on
0845 271 0777 for details.
For more information and updated event details please refer to www.sevenstories.org.uk
Seven Stories 30 Lime Street, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 2PQ, Tel: 0845 271 077 www.sevenstories.org.uk
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