The Astronaut Dome Show (Educational)
Location: Centre for Life, Times Square,

Experience a rocket launch from inside the body of an astronaut. Explore the amazing worlds of inner and outer space, from floating around the International Space Station to manoeuvring through microscopic regions of the human body. Discover the perils that lurk in space as we subject ‘Chad’, our test astronaut, to everything that space has to throw at him in Life’s stunning high definition 360° domed theatre.

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Animated Adventures (Educational)
Location: Woodhorn, QEII Country Park, Ashington, NE63 9YF

An amazing behind-the-scenes insight into the science and magic of animation.Showcasing incredible sets and characters from Aardman Animations’ wonderful Oscar-winning Wallace and Gromit – The Curse of the Were-rabbit. Be taken on an interactive journey through all things animated, and discover the full animation process from storyboards to post production.

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Fit for Fun (Educational)
Location: Centre for Life, Times Square,

We’re taking the hard work out of working out during the latest exhibition, Fit for Fun.Fit for Fun is Life’s new, hands-on exhibition which explores the things that make us happy and healthy. Fit for Fun makes learning about your body and how to look after it fascinating and enjoyable. Hop, jump, throw, run and cycle your way around the many breathtaking exhibits. Or just walk around at your own pace – there’s something to excite and intrigue everyone.Scale the slanting walls… using only your arms;Change TV channels with a muscle-powered remote control;Find out if you’re a super taster.

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My Angel (Arts)
Location: The Gallery, Gateshead Central Library, Prince Consort Road, Gateshead

Part of the programme of events to celebrate the 10th birthday of the Angel of the North.An exhibition by regional artists featuring work inspired by angels, from the symbolism of regeneration and rebirth, to the marriage between material and spiritual and the definition of angels as guardians. Artwork will be for sale, including painting, drawing, printmaking, textiles and glass.

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EAT! NewcastleGateshead (Bars & Restaurants)
Location: Across NewcastleGateshead

EAT! NewcastleGateshead, now in its second year, celebrates the region’s very best food and drink. The finest local and fairly traded produce is here on a plate. There’s an exciting programme of unique events, and it’s all about quality, excellence, diversity and sustainability.Top treats on the menu include a secret restaurant, in town for five days only; a restaurant in total darkness that really tests your tastebuds; lively markets on NewcastleGateshead’s quaysides piled high with the best local produce to try and to buy; and a Michelin-starred feast. Plus street parties, urban picnics, rare foods, cooking demonstrations, foraging, community events and even a free lunch, as well as food for thought at a variety of talks, debates and workshops.

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sea cadet fundraiser (Charity)
Time: 19:00:00 to 23:00:00
Location: buffs social club, houghton-le-spring tyne and wear

fundraising for chester-le-street sea cadets, we have houghton pipe band playing and the sea cadet drums and bugles, and a band called stringvestites playing. there is hot and cold food, raffles, tombola. price is £3on the door.