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August
Tuesdays - Term Time
From 15/01/2008
Rivarate Ladies Choir
Rivarate Ladies Choir are looking for new members. No need to audition, if you enjoy singing come along and give us a try.  We meet on a Tuesday during term time. For more information please contact us.
Times: 
8pm to 9.30pm
Contact: 
Dorothy 0118 901 7601 or Judy 0118 969 5737
Venue: 
Sonning C of E Primary School, Liguge Way, Sonning
Prices: 
£30 per term
17 March to 6 September 2008
From 17/03/2008 08:00  To 06/09/2008 20:00
Wokingham Language Intuition Study
Volunteers requested for a 75-minute, computer-based interview about the English language.
Times: 
8am to 8pm Monday to Saturday
Contact: 
Matt Moreland, PhD Student, Department of Applied Linguistics, University of Reading
Venue: 
Norreys Church, Wokingham or Whiteknights Campus, University of Reading
 
07514 498 581
 
 
Prices: 
£5 travel expenses offered
Monday evenings
From 12/05/2008 18:30
Beginners Tai Chi - Yang style
A new Yang style Tai Chi class starts on Monday, 12th May, in Twyford. 
 
There is also a Taster for those who have never tried Tai Chi before and are unsure whether to commit themselves  This will take place on 28th April from 6:30pm - 7:30pm. 
 
To enrol please visit our website.
Times: 
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Contact: 
info@berkshiretaichi.co.uk
Venue: 
St. Thomas More's Catholic Church Hall, London Road, Twyford.
 
07814 969 540
 
 
Prices: 
£30 per calendar month
Every Saturday from 21 June
From 21/06/2008 10:30  To 27/12/2008 12:30
Warhammer Club
Come and play Warhammer 40K, Lord of the Rings and Warhammer Fantasy! No experience necessary – all equipment provided. 
Times: 
10:30am - 12:30pm
Contact: 
Winnersh Library 0118 974 7979
Venue: 
Winnersh Library
 
0118 974 7979
 
 
Prices: 
£2 Places must be booked
Saturday 26th July to Saturday 9th August
From 26/07/2008 10:00  To 09/08/2008 17:30
Wokingham and District Arts Group 53rd Summer Exhibition
A 2 week exhibition of paintings, ceramics and jewellery.
Times: 
10am to 5:30pm, late night Thursday 8pm.
Contact: 
Chris Parry - telephone: 0118 978 3040
Venue: 
St Paul's Parish Rooms, Reading Road, Wokingham
 
0118 979 2122
Prices: 
Free
1, 8, 15 and 22 August
From 01/08/2008 14:30  To 22/08/2008 15:30
Team Read Champions League
Join our Team Read reading challenge and come along to our weekly Team Read Champions League! Free weekly fun for 5 to 12s - just drop in. Get ideas of fun sporty books and cool new authors, plus test your knowledge with sporty games and quizzes.
Times: 
2.30pm - 3.30pm
Contact: 
Twyford Library 0118 934 0800
Venue: 
Twyford Library
 
0118 934 0800
 
 
Prices: 
Free 
No need to book just drop in
4th - 8th August 2008
From 04/08/2008  To 08/08/2008
Learn to Sail
The Black Swan Sailing Club will be running sailing courses for all levels during the summer holidays.
Times: 
10am - 4.30pm
Contact: 
The Training Administrator 0787 679 8090
Venue: 
Dinton Pastures
 
0118 934 4424
 
 
5, 12, 19 and 26 August
From 05/08/2008 14:00  To 26/08/2008 16:00
Team Read Champions League
Join our Team Read reading challenge and come along to our weekly Team Read Champions League! Free weekly fun for 5 to 12s - just drop in. Get ideas of fun sporty books and cool new authors, plus test your knowledge with sporty games and quizzes.
Times: 
2pm - 4pm
Contact: 
Lower Earley Library 0118 931 2150
Venue: 
Lower Earley Library
 
0118 931 2150
 
 
Prices: 
Free 
No need to book - just drop in
7, 14, 21 and 28 August
From 07/08/2008 10:00  To 28/08/2008 12:00
Team Read Champions League
Join our Team Read reading challenge and come along to our weekly Team Read Champions League! Free weekly fun for five to 12s - just drop in. Get ideas of fun sporty books and cool new authors, plus test your knowledge with sporty games and quizzes.
Times: 
10am - 12noon
Contact: 
Woodley Library 0118 969 0304
Venue: 
Woodley Library
 
0118 969 0304
 
 
Prices: 
Free 
No need to book - just drop in
7, 14, 21 and 28 August
From 07/08/2008 14:30  To 28/08/2008 16:30
Team Read Champions League
Join our Team Read reading challenge and come along to our weekly Team Read Champions League! Free weekly fun for 5 to 12's - just drop in. Get ideas of fun sporty books and cool new authors, plus test ypur knowledge with sporty games and quizzes.
Times: 
2.30pm - 4.30pm
Contact: 
Wokingham Library 0118 978 1368
Venue: 
Wokingham Library
 
0118 978 1368
 
 
Prices: 
Free
Friday 8th August
From 08/08/2008 13:00  To 08/08/2008 17:15
Ready, Steady, Camp Cook
Another session with our very own survival ranger. Learn the art of camp cooking, whilst brushing up on your fire-lighting skills and constructing cooking gadgets. Then learn how to identify edible foods and make safety signals.
Times: 
1pm or 2pm till 5.15pm
Contact: 
Please book by ringing the Countryside Service on 0118 934 2016 or email countryside@wokingham.gov.uk
Venue: 
Dinton Pastures Country Park, Hurst
 
Prices: 
£15 for 2pm start or £20 for 1pm start (includes lunch box and supervised lunch time)
9 August 2008
From 09/08/2008 10:30  To 09/08/2008 11:30
The work of the RSPB - Finding out about birds
A talk by the RSPB - Royal Society for the Protection of Birds. Find out about the Society's conservation work and learn how to identify different birds. Free events for adults and families with children aged 8 and over
Times: 
10:30am - 11:30am
Contact: 
Wokingham Library 0118 978 1368
Venue: 
Wokingham Library
 
0118 978 1368
 
 
Prices: 
Free 
Places must be booked
Monday 11th August
From 11/08/2008 10:00  To 11/08/2008 16:00
Puppet Shows
Fun and thought-provoking shows with an environmental theme, including Fred the Purple Monster and Mrs Pottytree's flying carpet. Sessions throughout the day.
Times: 
10am to 4pm
Contact: 
No need to book, just turn up, for more information ring the Countryside Service on 0118 934 2016
Venue: 
The play area, Dinton Pastures
 
Prices: 
£1 per child
11 August 2008
From 11/08/2008 14:15  To 11/08/2008 15:00
Sporty Storytime
Come and join in with sporty games and stories.  Free fun family event for age 5 and under - call to book.
Times: 
2.15pm - 3pm
Contact: 
Twyford Library 0118 934 0800
Venue: 
Twyford Library
 
0118 934 0800
 
 
Prices: 
Free 
Please call to book a place
Tuesday 12th August 
From 12/08/2008 10:00  To 12/08/2008 11:30
Glass Painting Workshop
Come and learn how to paint on glass in a relaxed and friendly environment. All materials provided. 
All children must be supervised - complimentary coffee area for adults not taking part!
Times: 
10.00 to 11.30 am 
Contact: 
Helen on 07733442958
Venue: 
Brookside Church, Gipsey Lane, Earley
 
07733442958
 
 
Prices: 
£8 per person
12 August 2008
From 12/08/2008 10:30  To 12/08/2008 11:00
Rhymetime
Fun rhymes for babies aged 0-18 months and parents. Look out for the Bookstart Bear who will make surprise visits to some sessions this August.
Times: 
10:30am - 11am
Contact: 
Woodley Library 0118 969 0304
Venue: 
Woodley Library
 
0118 969 0304
 
 
Prices: 
Free 
Places must be booked
12 August 2008
From 12/08/2008 13:45  To 12/08/2008 15:00
Reading Cafe book discussion
Drop-in book discussion with free refreshments.
Times: 
1.45pm to 3pm
Contact: 
Twyford Library 0118 934 0800
Venue: 
Twyford Library
 
0118 934 0800
 
Prices: 
Free
13 August 2008
From 13/08/2008 10:30  To 13/08/2008 11:15
Sporty Storytime
Come and join in with sporty games and stories. Free fun family event for age 5 and under - call to book.
Times: 
10:30am - 11:15am
Contact: 
Winnersh Library 0118 974 7979
Venue: 
Winnersh Library
 
0118 974 7979
 
 
Prices: 
Free 
Please call to book a place
13 August 2008
From 13/08/2008 11:00  To 13/08/2008 11:30
Story Yoga
Free fun yoga sessions for children and parents! Fun yoga sessions based on stories and rhymes, designed specially for children and parents.  Suitable for children aged seven and under - and parents.
Times: 
11am - 11:30am
Contact: 
Wokingham Library 0118 978 1368
Venue: 
Wokingham Library
 
0118 978 1368
 
 
Prices: 
Free 
Please call to book a place
Wednesday 13th August
From 13/08/2008 11:00  To 13/08/2008 12:00
Summer Olympics
An hour of races and competitions including egg and spoon races, an obstacle course and welly wanging. Collect points to win a prize.
Times: 
11am to 12noon
Contact: 
No need to book, just turn up, for more information ring the Countryside Service on 0118 934 2016
Venue: 
The play area, Dinton Pastures
 
Prices: 
£1 per child
13 August 2008
From 13/08/2008 12:00  To 13/08/2008 13:00
Author Visit - Geraldine McCaughrean
Author talk and book signing from the author of Peter Pan in Scarlet.
Times: 
12noon - 1pm
Contact: 
Wokingham Library 0118 978 1368
Venue: 
Wokingham Library
 
0118 978 1368
 
 
Prices: 
Free 
Places must be booked
Wednesday 13th  August
From 13/08/2008 14:00  To 13/08/2008 15:00
Nature Hide and Seek
Come and try to spot some unsuual objects hidden in the trees and make your own collection of special natural treasures.
Times: 
2pm- 3pm
Contact: 
Countryside Service 0118 934 2016
Venue: 
The play area, Dinton Pastures
 
Prices: 
£1 per child
Thursday 14th August
From 14/08/2008 11:00  To 14/08/2008 15:30
Pond Dipping
Fun and informative ranger-led pond dipping session lasting approximately one and a half hours. Only suitable for children aged five and over, all children must be accompanied by an adult.
Times: 
11am and 2pm
Contact: 
Please book by ringing the Countryside Service on 0118 934 2016 or email countryside@wokingham.gov.uk
Venue: 
Dinton Pastures Country Park, Hurst
 
Prices: 
£2 per child
15 August 2008
From 15/08/2008 10:30  To 15/08/2008 12:00
Manga Workshop
Are you manga mad? Then come to our free manga workshop with illustrators Nana Li and Susan Goulton. Learn Mqanga drawing basics, draw your own manga comic strips and create a character for our manga wall. Places must be booked - call 0118 978 1368 Age 11+
Times: 
10:30am - 12noon
Contact: 
Wokingham Library
Venue: 
Wokingham Library
 
0118 978 1368
 
 
Prices: 
Free 
Places must be booked
15 August 2008
From 15/08/2008 14:00  To 15/08/2008 15:30
Manga Workshop
Are you manga mad? Then come to our free manga workshop with illustrators Nana Li and Susan Goulton. Learn Mqanga drawing basics, draw your own manga comic strips and create a character for our manga wall. Places must be booked - call 0118 978 1368 Age 11+
Times: 
2pm - 3:30pm
Contact: 
Wokingham Library 0118 978 1368
Venue: 
Wokingham Library
 
0118 978 1368
 
 
Prices: 
Free 
Places must be booked
15 August 2008
From 15/08/2008 14:30  To 15/08/2008 16:30
Family Olympics
Join us for 2 hours of sport-themed reading activities. Fun sport and games, reading challenges, crafts, quizzes and more. Free family fun for five to 12 year olds. No need to book - just drop in.
Times: 
2.30pm - 4.30pm
Contact: 
Maiden Erlegh Library 0118 966 6630
Venue: 
Maiden Erlegh Library
 
0118 966 6630
 
 
Prices: 
Free 
No need to book - just drop in.
Entries close at 6pm on Tuesday 12th August. Exhibits must be staged between 7.00am and 10.30am on 16-Aug-2008, Open to the public at 13:30.  Produce auction at 16:45.
From 16/08/2008 07:00  To 16/08/2008 17:00
95th Hurst Horticultural and Cottage Garden Society Show.
Attractions, Dog Show, Music Workshop, Children's craft activity area, refreshments, music by the Waltham St Lawrence Silver Band, crafts, plants sales. 
Classes for Horticulture, Flower Arranging, Cooking & Preserves, Handicraft, Photography & Art, plus Children's, Young at heart. 
Times: 
Open to the public at 13:30.  Produce auction at 16:45.
Contact: 
Terry Bunyard 0118 9345253.
Venue: 
Hurst Village Halls, School Road Hurst RG10 0DR
 
0118 9345253
 
 
Prices: 
Free car parking, show entry £1 adults, 50 pence for seniors and children. 
Entry fees: ADULT 50p per entry up to 10 entries. Further entries free. 
CHILD 20p per entry up to 10 entries. Further entries free.
16 August 2008
From 16/08/2008 10:30  To 16/08/2008 11:30
Badger Talk
Find out all about badgers, with illustrated talk by Binfield Badger Group. You could also win a visit to a badger sett! Free events for adults and families with children aged 8 and over.
Times: 
10:30am - 11:30am
Contact: 
Wokingham Library 0118 978 1356
Venue: 
Wokingham Library
 
0118 978 1356
 
 
Prices: 
Free 
Places must be booked
Saturday 16th August
From 16/08/2008 14:00  To 16/08/2008 15:30
Glass Painting Workshop
Come and learn how to paint on glass in a friendly and relaxed environment. All materials provided. 
Suitable for all ages. Children must be supervised - complimentary coffee area for adults not participating!
Times: 
2:00 to 3:30 pm
Contact: 
Helen on 07733442958
Venue: 
Brookside Church, Gipsey Lane, Earley
 
07733442958
 
 
Prices: 
£8 per person
18 - 22 August 2008
From 18/08/2008  To 22/08/2008
Learn to Sail
The Black Swan Sailing Club will be running sailing courses for all levels during the summer holidays.
Times: 
10am - 4.30pm
Contact: 
The Training Administrator 0787 679 8090
Venue: 
Dinton Pastures
 
0118 993 44424
 
 
Tueday 19 August 2008
From 19/08/2008 10:30  To 19/08/2008 11:30
Composting Workshop
Workshop for children and families run by WRAP - Waste and Resources Action Programme. Have fun learning what can and can't be composted. Ring the library to book your place. Children should  be over 5.
Times: 
10.30am to 11.30am
Contact: 
Wokingham Library - Telephone: 0118 978 1368
Venue: 
Wokingham Library
 
0118 978 1368
 
 
Prices: 
Free
19 August
From 19/08/2008 10:30  To 19/08/2008 11:00
Rhymetime
Fun rhymes for babies aged 0-18 months and parents. Look out for the Bookstart Bear who will make surprise visits to some sessions this August.
Times: 
10:30am - 11am
Contact: 
Lower Earley Library 0118 931 2150
Venue: 
Lower Earley Library
 
0118 931 2150
 
 
Prices: 
Free but places must be booked
Tuesday, 19 August 2008
From 19/08/2008 11:00  To 19/08/2008 15:30
Summer Holiday Family Day
During the School Summer Holidays – the Museum has Family Days when we will be creating fun things for families to do together.  They will be craft based, creative and learning activities.  Suitable for children aged 5 -12 and accompanied by an adult.
Times: 
11 am till 3.30 pm
Contact: 
Mrs Alice Purle, 01189763254
Venue: 
REME Museum of Technology, of Biggs Lane, Arborfield
 
01189763375
 
 
Prices: 
Normal Admission applies. Child £3, Adult £4, Family £12 (2 Adults & up to 3 Children) under 5's FREE.  
Tuesday 19 August
From 19/08/2008 11:00  To 19/08/2008 15:30
Dad's 'n' Lads summer family day
Learn about life as a soldier in the Army! 
Activities include: Taste rations, Bed down in a Basher, See what’s in a Bergen, See a weapons demonstration.
Times: 
11am to 3:30pm
Contact: 
Alice Purle
Venue: 
REME Museum of Technology
 
0118 976 3254
 
 
Prices: 
£4 Adult 
£3 Child 
£12 Family - 2 adults and up to 3 children 
under 5's = Free
Tuesday 19th August
From 19/08/2008 11:00  To 19/08/2008 12:00
Kite Making
The chance to make a kite and have a go at flying it.
Times: 
11am- 12noon
Contact: 
Countryside Service 0118 934 2016
Venue: 
The play area, Dinton Pastures
 
Prices: 
£1 per child
19 August 2008
From 19/08/2008 11:30  To 19/08/2008 12:00
Rhymetime
Fun rhymes for babies aged 0-18 months and parents. Look out for the Bookstart Bear who will make surprise visits to some sessions this August
Times: 
10:30am - 11am
Contact: 
Lower Earley Library 0118 931 2150
Venue: 
Lower Earley Library
 
0118 931 2150
 
 
Prices: 
Free 
Places must be booked
Tuesday 19th August
From 19/08/2008 14:00  To 19/08/2008 15:00
Parachute Games and Storytelling
Games followed by stories under the parachute.
Times: 
2pm- 3pm
Contact: 
Countryside Service 0118 934 2016
Venue: 
The play area, Dinton Pastures
 
Prices: 
£1 per child
19 August 2008
From 19/08/2008 14:15  To 19/08/2008 15:00
Sporty Storytime
Come and join in with sporty games and stories.  Free fun family event for age 5 and under - call to book.
Times: 
2:15pm - 3pm
Contact: 
Maiden Erlegh Library 0118 965 6630
Venue: 
Maiden Erlegh Library
 
0118 965 6630
 
 
Prices: 
Free 
Please call to book a place
20 August 2008
From 20/08/2008 11:00  To 20/08/2008 11:30
Story yoga
Free fun yoga sessions for children and parents. Fun yoga sessions based on stories and rhymes, designed specially for children and parents aged 7 and under - and parents.
Times: 
11am - 11:30am
Contact: 
Wokingham Library 0118 978 1368
Venue: 
Wokingham Library
 
0118 978 1368
 
 
Prices: 
Free 
Please call to book a place
Wednesday 20th August
From 20/08/2008 14:00  To 20/08/2008 15:30
Glass Painting Workshop
Come and learn how to paint on glass in a friendly and relaxed environment. All materials provided. 
Suitable for all ages. Children must be supervised - complimentary coffee area for adults not participating!
Times: 
2:00 pm to 3:30 pm
Contact: 
Helen on 07733442958
Venue: 
Brookside Church, Gipsey Lane, Earley
 
07733442958
 
 
Prices: 
£8 per person
Friday 22nd August
From 22/08/2008 11:00  To 22/08/2008 15:30
Pond Dipping
Fun and informative ranger-led pond dipping session lasting approximately one and a half hours. Only suitable for children aged five and over, all children must be accompanied by an adult.
Times: 
11am and 2pm
Contact: 
Please book by ringing the Countryside Service on 0118 934 2016 or email countryside@wokingham.gov.uk
Venue: 
Dinton Pastures Country Park, Hurst
 
Prices: 
£2 per child
23 August 2008
From 23/08/2008 10:30  To 23/08/2008 11:00
Dad and Baby Rhymetime
Fun rhymes for babies aged 0-18 months and parents. Look out for the Bookstart Bear who will make surprise visits to some sessions this August.
Times: <