Party: 100 Bookworms

Words and Action will be entertaining around 100 primary-aged bookworms at an East Lothian 'Storylab' awards ceremony in Knocks Academy, Haddington.

The end-of event party, which is organised by East Lothian Library Services, will mark the children's reading achievements attained throughout the summer months.

Storylab - The Summer Reading Challenge 2012 took place in libraries across the UK and its themes touched on global stories and London 2012 sports.

In 2011, the theme for the Reading Agency's Summer Reading Challenge was 'Circus Stars' and Words and Action did several 'Interactive Circus Storytelling, Craft and Capers' workshops for children at Midlothian and East Lothian Libraries.

Parts: Around the world trip

It's not been the first time that I've waited a ridiculous age for a part for a computer. I managed to trace the power pack leaving Europe (though my UK order didn't state that the warehouse was in Europe). As it still hadn't arrived it transpired, due to many conversations with the manufacturers later, that it was on a World Tour - taking in America, South America and ending up in Africa! Hard to believe I know, but true!

Thanks to Royal Mail, my delivery today of a Blackberry phone battery, which is under the value of £3, took 17 days to appear...I'm just waiting for the postcard so it can rub my nose in it!!!

Just as a reminder the number for Words and Action is 07766 916 420.

Penicuik Arts Fest - Simply Science

Hi there,

Words and Action will be holding two 'Simply Science' events on Mon 3rd and Wed 5th Sept. from *3.45-4.45pm* at the Penicuik Community Arts Centre, West Street, Penicuik.

The events are suitable for nursery - primary aged children with accompanied adults. The events are brand new and feature in the 2012 Penicuik and District Arts Festival.
http://pdaf2012.weebly.com/full-program.html.

Words and Action held a circus event in the spectacular festival yurt last year, within the grounds of the Craigiebield House Hotel.

You can contact me via my email or mobile: 07766 916 420. Please visit my business website www.wordsandaction.co.uk which gives more information about Words and Action themed children's parties, workshops and events.

*Please note, there was an error with the event start time in the paper copy which should read 3.45pm - 4.45pm.*

Temporary phone number

Hi all. I'm waiting on a replacement battery for my phone. Until then you can contact me via RamonaKirkness@hotmail.co.uk or via my temporary telephone number, which is 07765 714 581.

Thanks

A trip to the Middle East!

A trip of a lifetime and I'm leaving tomorrow!

What awaits?
Hot sandy deserts, travelling to new territories, sightseeing opportunites, exploring ancient cities, meeting new faces and making new friends.

What to take?
Sunglasses? Check. Clothes? Check.
Passport...for Penicuik? Not required! Read on...

What will I do?
I've been invited to travel to the Middle East- albeit back in time - as a principle storyteller to re-trace a significant journey made by two biblical characters.

What can you expect?
During the 'interactive' storytelling holiday fun day for school children, expect to cross deserts, follow rivers, journey to far off lands and get creative, whilst 'walking' through the story. The organisers ask that you bring a packed lunch for the journey!

When is it?
Organised by 'Hope4Penicuik', the event runs from 10.15am - 3.30pm on Tuesday 14th Augsut (tomorrow), at St Mungo's Church Hall, Kirkhall Road, Penicuik. All primary-aged children are welcome to attend. All children must be registered and collected by an adult. Further details available from Sheila Anderson. Mobile: 07999 534269 and Email: s.andersontalk21@talktalk.net

'Word' on the Street!

Words and Action was comissioned to deliver a 'Street Games' event to a host of Midlothian families in Gorebridge, as part of an annual four-week event organised by the Community Learning & Development team at Midlothian Council.

There was a real sense of community atmosphere and anticipation as the hot sun blazed down and the children - and parents - revisited traditional games and discovered new favourites together.

I enjoyed sharing my passion for games. I selected a diverse range of games based on multiple criteria to ensure an engaging, child-led event which catered for the cross-range of ages and abilities present. I also coached a core group of adults to try out new skills which, along with a multitude of other health benefits, can help to de-stress and may also enlarge the brain!

And they thought it was just a bit of fun!