Storytelling and Family Fun at The Minories

Essex Book Festival is an organsation that celebrates all things books. Taking place throughout June in 40 venues across Essex, including Tudor palaces, Norman castles, ancient woodlands, foot ferries, libraries, galleries, museums, lecture halls, and for the very first time, a pleasure garden.With over 250 writers, artists, storytellers and musicians in the mix, taking part in a rich varierty of activities from author talks and debates through to storytelling sessions, workshops and live performances for all ages, we definitely reach the parts other festivals do not reach.Find out more athttp://www.essexbookfestival.org.uk

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Join us for some FREE midsummer family magic in The Minories Garden with storytelling, eco-crafts and much more

The Minories

Join us for some midsummer family magic in The Minories Garden... <h3>Flavours Without Borders – Food from Around the World Family Workshop</h3> <h4>A celebration of the power of food to connect people and cultures.</h4><h4> </h4>Explore the fascinating stories of spices from around the world with writer, cook and storyteller Radhika Howarth. Through stories and interactive activities we’ll uncover the cultural connections behind everyday ingredients. These 30 minute family workshops are free but spaces are limited so book now to avoid disappointment. They are taking place at 12.15pm or 1.00pm. 12.15 – 12.45pm Food From Around the World Family Workshop – <a href="https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/flavours-without-borders-food-from-around-the-world-family-workshop-1-tickets-1414919264609?aff=oddtdtcreator" title="https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/flavours-without-borders-food-from-around-the-world-family-workshop-1-tickets-1414919264609?aff=oddtdtcreator">Book Here</a> 1.00 – 1.30pm Food From Around the World Family Workshop – <a href="https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/flavours-without-borders-food-from-around-the-world-family-workshop-2-tickets-1414931772019?aff=oddtdtcreator" title="https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/flavours-without-borders-food-from-around-the-world-family-workshop-2-tickets-1414931772019?aff=oddtdtcreator">Book Here</a> <h4>Drop-In Activities</h4> Take your seat for our Twinkle, Twinkle Storytelling Armchair featuring BBC Essex’s Rob Jelly Spice Painting with artist and wildcrafter, Lora Aziz Pop-up Library Book Tent and Storytelling with Essex Library Service Eco-Pledge Rag Bunting with YAK Learn how to weave your own Twinkle Twinkle Willow star Eco-Printing and use a giant Peacock Quill and Essex Ink to make your mark Sunday 22nd June, 12.00pm - 3.00pmVenue: The Minories, 74 High Street, Colchester, CO1 1UETickets: Free, no booking requiredRegister your interest on this page

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