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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230211T203000
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SUMMARY:Candlelight Concerts: Vivaldi's Four Seasons
DESCRIPTION:Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live\, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations never before used for this purpose in Newcastle upon Tyne. Discover the music of Vivaldi in the beautiful Wood Hall under the gentle glow of candlelight.
URL:https://tcrstaging-wqosm.projectbeta.co.uk/event/candlelight-concerts-vivaldis-four-seasons-2/
LOCATION:The Common Room\, Westgate Road\, Newcastle upon Tyne\, NE1 1SE\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230211T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230211T190500
DTSTAMP:20260409T152301
CREATED:20230117T131300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230117T141036Z
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SUMMARY:Candlelight Concerts: Vivaldi's Four Seasons
DESCRIPTION:Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live\, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations never before used for this purpose in Newcastle upon Tyne. Discover the music of Vivaldi in the beautiful Wood Hall under the gentle glow of candlelight.
URL:https://tcrstaging-wqosm.projectbeta.co.uk/event/candlelight-concerts-vivaldis-four-seasons/
LOCATION:The Common Room\, Westgate Road\, Newcastle upon Tyne\, NE1 1SE\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230209T133000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230209T160000
DTSTAMP:20260409T152301
CREATED:20230126T131603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230201T120931Z
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SUMMARY:The Art of Robert Stephenson – Images of the man\, his life and works (Talk)
DESCRIPTION:Join us FREE for the Robert Stephenson & Co. Bicentenary celebration in collaboration with the Robert Stephenson Trust. \nAbout ‘The Art of Robert Stephenson – Images of the man\, his life and works’\, by J Michael Taylor MBE\, Robert Stephenson Trust Trustee.\nThe life and achievements of the nineteenth century’s finest engineer is presented with lavish use of illustrations of historic documents\, paintings\, video and sound. \nAbout the Robert Stephenson Trust\nThe Robert Stephenson Trust was formed in 1988\, initially to help save the last substantial part of what had once been the works of ‘Robert Stephenson & Co’ until 1904. \nToday the Robert Stephenson Trust promotes the achievements of one of the greatest engineers of the Nineteenth Century with the aim of making today’s generation aware of his achievements and inspire a new generation of engineers through his achievements. \nDate and Timings\nDate: Thursday 9th February \nArrival from 1:30pm\, starting 2pm \nGuests are welcome to stay in our 5|Quarter café bar following the event. \nBooking information\nEach person attending must have their own ticket. \nTickets are free\, but if you would like to make a small donation to support the charitable work of The Common Room\, it would be hugely appreciated. \nAdditional information\nLocation: Lecture Theatre\, The Common Room\, Westgate Road\, Newcastle NE1 1SE \nChildren must be supervised at all times by a responsible adult. \nOur building is fully accessible – if you have any queries about accessibility\, please contact programme@thecommonroom.org.uk
URL:https://tcrstaging-wqosm.projectbeta.co.uk/event/images/
LOCATION:The Common Room\, Westgate Road\, Newcastle upon Tyne\, NE1 1SE\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230204T173000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230204T230000
DTSTAMP:20260409T152301
CREATED:20230117T144934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230117T145816Z
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SUMMARY:I Know A Garden: Warm Digits • Large Plants • L.T. Leif • and more...
DESCRIPTION:“Our life is to facilitate wilderness and joy…”  \nJoin Wandering Oak to celebrate their 9th anniversary on February 4th here at The Common Room. The evening is packed with specially curated live performances across two spectacular spaces in our beautiful heritage building. \n\nShow info \n\n\n\n\nI Know A Garden: Wandering Oak’s 9th birthday celebration \n\n\nWarm Digits\, Large Plants and moreWood Hall and Lecture TheatreAges 18+ only\, from 5:30pm \n\n\nLuminaries include:\n• Warm Digits •\nThe thunderous motorik space-disco duo with a pounding post-punk pulse.\nFFO Kraftwerk / Jane Weaver / TVAM\nhttp://warmdigits.co.uk/ \n\n• Large Plants •\nThe post-apocalyptic downer-fuzz-rock side project of Jack Sharp\, former singer guitarist from psych-folk luminaries Wolf People.\nFFO Black Mountain / the Soundcarriers / Madonna’s La Isla Bonita\nhttps://largeplantsband.bandcamp.com/ \n• L.T. Leif •\nCosmic-country witch-choir sung for the sun! In Glasgow from Calgary by way of Helsinki. Features many tender buds.\nFFO Tune-yards / Rozi Plain / Naima Bock\nhttps://ltleif.com/ \n• Crimewave •\nCrimewave alchemizes late 80s / early 90s dreamgaze with contemporary electronic music\, in a surreal\, futuristic take on an old genre; subjecting the Jesus and Mary Chain’s wall of sound approach to be dissected and re-imagined however technology allows.\nFFO Hudson Mohawke / Slowdive\nhttps://soundcloud.com/crimewavecrimewave \n• Parastatic •\nWith a brand new album ready to be released in 2023\, Parastatic are back with a bang; this time leaning more into the influence of post-rock heroes like Mogwai while never leaving far behind their own kraut & shoegaze heritage.\nFFO Mogwai / Explosions in the sky / Neu! / Spiritualized\nhttps://parastatic.bandcamp.com/\n\n• Midnight Rodeo •\nWoozy surf pop six-piece Midnight Rodeo ride out on a slick west coast modality\, imbued with glistening dream pop synth lines that innovate on tried and tested psychedelic formulae.\nFFO Allah La’s / Juniore / Nice Biscuit\nhttps://midnightrodeo.bandcamp.com/\n\n• Rüne •\nRüne is a long-standing collaboration between John Nellist (Behold A Pale Horse\, Balao) and Trev Gibb (King Of The Sea\, Deerhart)\, a project first embarked upon in 2014 and now ready to return to the limelight.\n• Me Lost Me •\nJayne Dent’s verdant electronic folk creation\, as Me Lost Me she delights in experimenting with songwriting and storytelling\, creating a beguiling mix of soaring vocals and atmospheric electronics that playfully push the boundaries of genre. \nFFO Lamb / Ceitidh Mac\nhttps://www.melostme.com/
URL:https://tcrstaging-wqosm.projectbeta.co.uk/event/i-know-a-garden-warm-digits-large-plants-l-t-leif-and-more/
LOCATION:The Common Room\, Westgate Road\, Newcastle upon Tyne\, NE1 1SE\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230201T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230325T160000
DTSTAMP:20260409T152301
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230131T165758Z
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SUMMARY:Robert Stephenson and Co. Bicentenary - Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:Robert Stephenson Trust and The Common Room are presenting the Bicentenary Exhibition of Robert Stephenson and Co. \nDate and Timings  \nDate: From Monday 30th January to Saturday 25th March \nOpening time: from 10:00AM to 4:00PM (closed on Sundays) \nAbout the Robert Stephenson Trust  \nThe Robert Stephenson Trust was formed in 1988\, initially to help save the last substantial part of what had once been the works of “Robert Stephenson & Co” until 1904.  \nToday the Robert Stephenson Trust promotes the achievements of one of the greatest engineers of the Nineteenth Century with the aim of making today’s generation aware of his achievements and inspire a new generation of engineers through his achievements.  \nBooking information\nEach person attending must have their own ticket. \nTickets are free\, but if you would like to make a small donation to support the charitable work of The Common Room\, it would be hugely appreciated. \nAdditional information\nLocation: Map Room (1st Floor)\, The Common Room\, Westgate Road\, Newcastle NE1 1SE \nChildren must be supervised at all times by a responsible adult. \nOur building is fully accessible – if you have any queries about accessibility\, please contact programme@thecommonroom.org.uk
URL:https://tcrstaging-wqosm.projectbeta.co.uk/event/robert-stephenson-and-co-bicentenary-exhibition/
LOCATION:The Common Room\, Westgate Road\, Newcastle upon Tyne\, NE1 1SE\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230128T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230128T130000
DTSTAMP:20260409T152301
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SUMMARY:Robert Stephenson and Co\, Locomotive Builders\, Newcastle\, 1823 to 1902 (talk)
DESCRIPTION:Join us FREE for the Robert Stephenson & Co. Bicentenary celebration in collaboration with the Robert Stephenson Trust.  \nAbout Robert Stephenson and Co.\, Locomotive Builders\, Newcastle\, 1823 to 1902 with T H Fenwick MSc\, CEng\, FICE\, Vice-chair\, The Robert Stephenson Trust \nAs part of the celebration for the Bicentenary of the Robert Stephenson and Co.\, T H Fenwick will lead a presentation which tells how the firm Robert Stephenson & Co. came to be. It outlines the company’s role in establishing the principles of locomotive design that endured for more than a century\, their successes and challenges and the diversity of products manufactured at the Forth Banks works\, Newcastle\, from its founding in 1823 until closure in 1902\, when the business moved to a new factory at Darlington.  \nAbout the Robert Stephenson Trust \nThe Robert Stephenson Trust was formed in 1988\, initially to help save the last substantial part of what had once been the works of ‘Robert Stephenson & Co’ until 1904.  \nToday the Robert Stephenson Trust promotes the achievements of one of the greatest engineers of the Nineteenth Century with the aim of making today’s generation aware of his achievements and inspire a new generation of engineers through his achievements.  \nDate and Timings \nDate: Saturday 28th January  \nArrival from 10:30AM  \nTalk and Q&A: 11:00AM to 12noon  \nGuests are welcome to stay in our 5|Quarter café bar following the event.  \nBooking information\nEach person attending must have their own ticket. \nTickets are free\, but if you would like to make a small donation to support the charitable work of The Common Room\, it would be hugely appreciated. \nAdditional information\nLocation: Lecture Theatre\, The Common Room\, Westgate Road\, Newcastle NE1 1SE \nChildren must be supervised at all times by a responsible adult. \nOur building is fully accessible – if you have any queries about accessibility\, please contact programme@thecommonroom.org.uk \n  \n 
URL:https://tcrstaging-wqosm.projectbeta.co.uk/event/robert-stephenson-and-co-locomotive-builders-newcastle-1823-to-1902-talk/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230127T203000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230127T213000
DTSTAMP:20260409T152301
CREATED:20230117T124532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230117T140938Z
UID:5459-1674851400-1674855000@tcrstaging-wqosm.projectbeta.co.uk
SUMMARY:Candlelight Concert: Hans Zimmer's Best Works
DESCRIPTION:Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live\, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations never before used for this purpose in Newcastle upon Tyne. Discover the music of Hans Zimmer in the beautiful Wood Hall\, under the gentle glow of candlelight.
URL:https://tcrstaging-wqosm.projectbeta.co.uk/event/candlelight-concert-hans-zimmers-best-works-2/
LOCATION:The Common Room\, Westgate Road\, Newcastle upon Tyne\, NE1 1SE\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230127T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230127T190000
DTSTAMP:20260409T152301
CREATED:20230117T105352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230117T140915Z
UID:5451-1674842400-1674846000@tcrstaging-wqosm.projectbeta.co.uk
SUMMARY:Candlelight Concert: Hans Zimmer's Best Works
DESCRIPTION:Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live\, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations never before used for this purpose in Newcastle upon Tyne. Discover the music of Hans Zimmer in the beautiful Wood Hall\, under the gentle glow of candlelight.
URL:https://tcrstaging-wqosm.projectbeta.co.uk/event/candlelight-concert-hans-zimmers-best-works/
LOCATION:The Common Room\, Westgate Road\, Newcastle upon Tyne\, NE1 1SE\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230126T133000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230126T170000
DTSTAMP:20260409T152301
CREATED:20230126T132158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230126T132158Z
UID:5527-1674739800-1674752400@tcrstaging-wqosm.projectbeta.co.uk
SUMMARY:Stephenson Survivors Worldwide (Talk)
DESCRIPTION:Join us FREE for the Robert Stephenson & Co. Bicentenary celebration in collaboration with the Robert Stephenson Trust. \nAbout \, ‘Stephenson Survivors Worldwide’\, by Anthony Coulls\, Senior Curator of Rail Transport & Technology\, National Railway Museum\nA major part of Robert Stephenson & Co. and latterly Robert Stephenson & Hawthorn’s production was locomotives for export. Anthony’s talk will look at some of the surprising survivors around the globe. \nAbout the Robert Stephenson Trust\nThe Robert Stephenson Trust was formed in 1988\, initially to help save the last substantial part of what had once been the works of ‘Robert Stephenson & Co’ until 1904. \nToday the Robert Stephenson Trust promotes the achievements of one of the greatest engineers of the Nineteenth Century with the aim of making today’s generation aware of his achievements and inspire a new generation of engineers through his achievements. \nDate and Timings\nDate: Saturday 23rd February \nArrival from 1:30pm\, starting from 2pm \nGuests are welcome to stay in our 5|Quarter café bar following the event. \nBooking information\nEach person attending must have their own ticket. \nTickets are free\, but if you would like to make a small donation to support the charitable work of The Common Room\, it would be hugely appreciated. \nAdditional information\nLocation: Lecture Theatre\, The Common Room\, Westgate Road\, Newcastle NE1 1SE \nChildren must be supervised at all times by a responsible adult. \nOur building is fully accessible – if you have any queries about accessibility\, please contact programme@thecommonroom.org.uk
URL:https://tcrstaging-wqosm.projectbeta.co.uk/event/stephenson-survivors-worldwide-talk/
LOCATION:The Common Room\, Westgate Road\, Newcastle upon Tyne\, NE1 1SE\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20221224T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20221224T123000
DTSTAMP:20260409T152301
CREATED:20221122T214512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221122T214512Z
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SUMMARY:The Common Room Christmas Films - Arthur Christmas\, with Santa Claus!
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a festive morning to remember\, see Arthur Christmas embark on an adventure to to deliver an all important present. The big man himself\, Santa Claus will be stopping by to say hi! \n\nChristmas Eve\, 24th December\nDoors and Santa Claus from 10:00am\, film start 11:30am\nTickets £10\, admitting one adult + one child\n£3.50 per additional child\n£3.50 per additional adult \n\nYear: 2011 | Cert: PG | Duration: 97 min  \nRefreshments: Festive snacks available to purchase from our café bar\, 5|Quarter – including mince pies\, mulled wine\, hot chocolate and yummy cinema worthy treats.  \nSeating: Bean bags\, cushions\, tables and chairs. Seating is unreserved\, please do let us know if you have any access requirements by emailing events@thecommonroom.org.uk. \nWe can’t wait to see you soon.
URL:https://tcrstaging-wqosm.projectbeta.co.uk/event/the-common-room-christmas-films-arthur-christmas-with-santa-claus/
LOCATION:The Common Room\, Westgate Road\, Newcastle upon Tyne\, NE1 1SE\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20221223T174500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20221223T200000
DTSTAMP:20260409T152301
CREATED:20221122T213007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221122T213240Z
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SUMMARY:The Common Room Christmas Films - Love Actually
DESCRIPTION:‘If you look for it\, I’ve got a sneaky feeling you’ll find that\, love\, actually is all around.’ \nCosy up this Christmas in the Wood Hall with Richard Curtis’ Love Actually on the big screen. \n\nFriday 23rd December\nDoors 5:45pm\, film start 6:30pm\n£11 per ticket\n\nYear: 2003 | Cert: 15 | Duration: 129 min  \nRefreshments: Festive drinks available to purchase from our café bar\, 5|Quarter (and texted to your seat during the film); including Bailey’s hot choc\, mulled wine\, Christmas cocktails and yummy cinema worthy treats.  \nSeating: Bean bags and tables and chairs. Please select which seating option you prefer\, and please let us know if you have any access requirements by emailing events@thecommonroom.org.uk. \nWe can’t wait to see you soon.
URL:https://tcrstaging-wqosm.projectbeta.co.uk/event/the-common-room-christmas-films-love-actually/
LOCATION:The Common Room\, Westgate Road\, Newcastle upon Tyne\, NE1 1SE\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20221221T174500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20221221T200000
DTSTAMP:20260409T152301
CREATED:20221122T214145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221122T214145Z
UID:5403-1671644700-1671652800@tcrstaging-wqosm.projectbeta.co.uk
SUMMARY:The Common Room Christmas Films - Elf
DESCRIPTION:A Christmas tree\, twinkling lights and mulled wine – a perfect setting to watch Buddy the Elf travel to New York City in search of his real family. \nJoin us for our Christmas film screenings this December\, kicking off with ‘Elf’\, we’ll have the mince pies at the ready. \n\nWednesday 21st December\nDoors 5:45pm\, film start 6:30pm\n£11 per ticket\n\nYear: 2003 | Cert: PG | Duration: 97 min  \nRefreshments: Festive drinks available to purchase from our café bar\, 5|Quarter (and text to your seat during the film); including Bailey’s hot choc\, mulled wine\, Christmas cocktails and yummy cinema worthy treats.  \nSeating: Bean bags and tables and chairs available. Please select which seating option you prefer\, and please let us know if you have any access requirements by emailing events@thecommonroom.org.uk. \nWe can’t wait to see you soon.
URL:https://tcrstaging-wqosm.projectbeta.co.uk/event/the-common-room-christmas-films-elf/
LOCATION:The Common Room\, Westgate Road\, Newcastle upon Tyne\, NE1 1SE\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221203
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221204
DTSTAMP:20260409T152301
CREATED:20220802T103007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220802T103007Z
UID:5202-1670025600-1670111999@tcrstaging-wqosm.projectbeta.co.uk
SUMMARY:Matt Deighton
DESCRIPTION:Wandering Oak presents Matt Deighton\, Live at The Common Room. \nDate and Timings\nSaturday 3rd December 2022 \nDoors: 7:00pm \nBooking information\nTickets £18 advance \n18+ only \nBook now via See Tickets \nAbout Matt Deighton\nMatt Deighton’s stunning discography tells a story of genuinely great musicianship and songwriting\, but most of all\, of the beauty and fragility of one of Britain’s greatest lost talents and how life around him has sometimes shaped a fate beyond his control. An artist who returns with something more beautiful every time the storm abates\, 2021 saw the re-emergence of British folk’s most enigmatic lost son – a favourite among musicians\, songwriters and diehard music lovers. \nYou may recognize Matt from his time fronting acid jazz heroes Mother Earth or as Paul Weller’s guitarist in the late 90s. Likened as the natural successor to Nick Drake\, Davey Graham and John Martyn\, Matt’s discography shines like a diamond among the silt – Villager was the subject of a Mojo ‘Buried Treasure’ feature and is oft hailed as a British folk classic. \n‘It’s impossible to imagine fans of Nick Drake or John Martyn not falling in love with him…’ \nSunday Times \nFind out more at mattdeighton.co.uk
URL:https://tcrstaging-wqosm.projectbeta.co.uk/event/matt-deighton/
LOCATION:The Common Room\, Westgate Road\, Newcastle upon Tyne\, NE1 1SE\, United Kingdom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221029
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221030
DTSTAMP:20260409T152301
CREATED:20221024T135024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221024T135051Z
UID:5375-1667001600-1667087999@tcrstaging-wqosm.projectbeta.co.uk
SUMMARY:Exhibition: Our Places (22nd - 29th October)
DESCRIPTION:About the Exhibition\nOver the last 3 years\, The Common Room has worked with local people to uncover stories and histories of mining and engineering across the Great Northern Coalfield\, in the North East of England. \nThe Common Room and historian\, Dr Dorothy Hamilton\, worked with 4 groups of adult learners across County Durham\, Darlington\, Northumberland and Tyne & Wear to research the industrial heritage of their local areas\, with some focusing on specific key individuals and innovations\, whilst others uncovered aspects of social history where they live. \nEach group co-created a display banner with The Common Room and Dr Dorothy Hamilton\, which are now on display at The Common Room\, and showcase the discoveries each group made over their 10-week course. \nVisitor Information\nDates: Saturday 22nd October – Saturday 29th October \nOpen Times: Drop-in between 10am – 4pm\, no advance booking required \nAdditional Information\nLocation: The Common Room\, Westgate Road\, Newcastle NE1 1SE \nAccessibility: Our building is fully accessible – if you have any queries about accessibility\, please contact programme@thecommonroom.org.uk \nChildren must be supervised at all times by a responsible adult.
URL:https://tcrstaging-wqosm.projectbeta.co.uk/event/exhibition-our-places-22-29-october/
LOCATION:The Common Room\, Westgate Road\, Newcastle upon Tyne\, NE1 1SE\, United Kingdom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221029
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221030
DTSTAMP:20260409T152301
CREATED:20220929T101708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221019T114328Z
UID:5326-1667001600-1667087999@tcrstaging-wqosm.projectbeta.co.uk
SUMMARY:Exhibition: ‘Time is Running Out – Help Us Engineer a Net Zero World' (17th - 29th October)
DESCRIPTION:Join The Common Room and the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) for their latest national touring exhibition\, ‘Time is Running Out – Help Us Engineer a Net Zero World.‘ \nAbout the Exhibition\nA family-friendly exhibition exploring how engineers and society can respond to the challenges of climate change. \nFeaturing original hand-drawn illustrations and animations\, six children talk to TV presenter and engineer Rob Bell about a wide range of global problems. \nWith fun hands-on activities including Giant Jenga and Balancing Bridges for all the family. \nVisitor Information\nDates: Monday 17th – Saturday 29th October 2022* (excluding Sundays) \nOpen Times: Drop-in between 10am – 4pm\, no advance booking required \nAlongside the exhibition\, The Common Room is running hands-on workshops for young people and families throughout half-term. Visit our what’s on page to find out \n*  (please note: we might be experiencing high volumes of visitors between 17th and 22nd October from 10am to 3pm) \nAdditional Information\nLocation: Map Room\, Level 1\, The Common Room\, Westgate Road\, Newcastle NE1 1SE \nAccessibility: Our building is fully accessible – if you have any queries about accessibility\, please contact programme@thecommonroom.org.uk \nChildren must be supervised at all times by a responsible adult.
URL:https://tcrstaging-wqosm.projectbeta.co.uk/event/exhibition-time-is-running-out-help-us-engineer-a-net-zero-world-22nd-29th-october/
LOCATION:The Common Room\, Westgate Road\, Newcastle upon Tyne\, NE1 1SE\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20221028T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20221028T213000
DTSTAMP:20260409T152301
CREATED:20220922T095519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220922T103520Z
UID:5250-1666983600-1666992600@tcrstaging-wqosm.projectbeta.co.uk
SUMMARY:Halloween Cinema Experience: The Shining (18+ only)
DESCRIPTION:Step inside our historic\, Victorian Wood Hall as it transforms into a spooky cinema this Halloween\, for a truly unique experience with Stanley Kubrick’s classic\, ‘The Shining’. Fancy dress is encouraged! \nEvent Details\nFilm: The Shining (1980) \nPlease arrive by 6:30pm so we can seat you and your party \nFilm start time: 7:00pm \nFilm end: approx. 9:30pm \nTickets: £11.00 per person (18+ only) – includes a choice of a Halloween cocktail or mocktail\, a bottle of beer\, or a soft drink \nTicket and booking information\nEach person attending must have their own ticket. Strictly 18+ only. \nPlease note\, seating includes a mixture of bean bags and tables & chairs. Please ensure you select your desired option at checkout. We will seat your party together. \nSnacks and additional drinks will be available to order directly to your seat during the screening. \nArriving early\, or fancy sticking around? Our cafe bar\, 5|Quarter will be serving hot & cold drinks\, nibbles and some fantastic offers on wine and cocktails\, until late. \nAdditional information\nLocation: Wood Hall\, The Common Room\, Westgate Road\, Newcastle NE1 1SE \nOur building is fully accessible – if you have any queries about accessibility\, please contact events@thecommonroom.org.uk
URL:https://tcrstaging-wqosm.projectbeta.co.uk/event/halloween-cinema-experience-the-shining-18-only/
LOCATION:The Common Room\, Westgate Road\, Newcastle upon Tyne\, NE1 1SE\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20221028T113000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20221028T130000
DTSTAMP:20260409T152301
CREATED:20220922T103410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220922T103410Z
UID:5254-1666956600-1666962000@tcrstaging-wqosm.projectbeta.co.uk
SUMMARY:Halloween Cinema Experience: The Addams Family (2019)
DESCRIPTION:Step inside our historic\, Victorian Wood Hall as it transforms into a spooky cinema this Halloween\, for a truly unique experience with the kids and ‘The Addams Family’ (2019 – the cartoon one!) \n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Details\nFilm: The Addams Family (2019) – the animated one! \nPlease arrive by 11:00am so we can seat you and your party \nFilm start time: 11:30am \nFilm end: approx. 1:00pm \nTickets:\n£7.50 base ticket covers entry for one adult + one child \nAdditional adults charged at £3.00 each with the purchase of one full-price ticket \nAdditional children charged at £3.00 each with the purchase of one full-price ticket \nTicket and booking information\nEach person attending must have their own ticket. Children must be supervised by a responsible adult at all times. \nPlease note\, seating includes a mixture of bean bags\, tables & chairs\, and cushions to hide behind! If you have any access needs and require a specific seating type\, please email events@thecommonroom.org.uk when you make your booking. \nSpooky snacks will be available to purchase. \nArriving early\, or fancy sticking around? Our cafe bar\, 5|Quarter will be serving hot and cold food & drinks from 10am-4pm. Take advantage of £3 kids’ meals when you purchase one full price adult meal – offer valid on Friday 28 October only. \nAdditional information\nLocation: Wood Hall\, The Common Room\, Westgate Road\, Newcastle NE1 1SE \nOur building is fully accessible – if you have any queries about accessibility\, please contact events@thecommonroom.org.uk
URL:https://tcrstaging-wqosm.projectbeta.co.uk/event/halloween-cinema-experience-the-addams-family-2019/
LOCATION:The Common Room\, Westgate Road\, Newcastle upon Tyne\, NE1 1SE\, United Kingdom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221027
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221028
DTSTAMP:20260409T152301
CREATED:20221019T114127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221019T154358Z
UID:5368-1666828800-1666915199@tcrstaging-wqosm.projectbeta.co.uk
SUMMARY:Life on the Moon – Workshop
DESCRIPTION:We are building our own lunar city at The Common Room!  \nOver October half-term\, watch The Common Room’s lunar settlement grow. Build your own cardboard and paper buildings\, vehicles and more for our city\, and imagine your own lunar life stories!  \nTo mark NASA’s Artemis 1 mission\, the first step on the way back to the Moon (not just to visit\, but to stay!) we are taking engineering to the moon\, and imagining our own city where humans could live in space!  \nJoin us and learn about everything astronauts will need to safely live on the moon\, and how equipment needed for life in space could improve life on Earth too!  \nDuring your visit\, you can also explore the Institution of Civil Engineers’ exhibition – ‘Time Is Running Out – Help Us Engineer a Net Zero World’ – and try their games and activities.  \nRecommended ages 5+ \nDates: Sat 22nd October\, Tues 25th October\, Thurs 27th October \nTimes: Drop-in between 10am and 4pm\, no need to book! \nBooking information \nNo need to book! Just turn up and join us FREE between 10am and 4pm.  \nRecommended age: 5+  \nAdditional information \nLocation: Wood Hall\, The Common Room\, Westgate Road\, Newcastle NE1 1SE  \nChildren must be supervised at all times by a responsible adult.  \nOur building is fully accessible – if you have any queries about accessibility\, please contact lucy.stockdale@thecommonroom.org.uk 
URL:https://tcrstaging-wqosm.projectbeta.co.uk/event/life-on-the-moon-workshop-2/
LOCATION:The Common Room\, Westgate Road\, Newcastle upon Tyne\, NE1 1SE\, United Kingdom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221025
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221026
DTSTAMP:20260409T152301
CREATED:20221019T113909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221019T154512Z
UID:5366-1666656000-1666742399@tcrstaging-wqosm.projectbeta.co.uk
SUMMARY:Life on the Moon – Workshop
DESCRIPTION:We are building our own lunar city at The Common Room!  \nOver October half-term\, watch The Common Room’s lunar settlement grow. Build your own cardboard and paper buildings\, vehicles and more for our city\, and imagine your own lunar life stories!  \nTo mark NASA’s Artemis 1 mission\, the first step on the way back to the Moon (not just to visit\, but to stay!) we are taking engineering to the moon\, and imagining our own city where humans could live in space!  \nJoin us and learn about everything astronauts will need to safely live on the moon\, and how equipment needed for life in space could improve life on Earth too!  \nDuring your visit\, you can also explore the Institution of Civil Engineers’ exhibition – ‘Time Is Running Out – Help Us Engineer a Net Zero World’ – and try their games and activities.  \nRecommended ages 5+ \nDates: Sat 22nd October\, Tues 25th October\, Thurs 27th October \nTimes: Drop-in between 10am and 4pm\, no need to book! \nBooking information \nNo need to book! Just turn up and join us FREE between 10am and 4pm. \n \nRecommended age: 5+  \nAdditional information \nLocation: Wood Hall\, The Common Room\, Westgate Road\, Newcastle NE1 1SE  \nChildren must be supervised at all times by a responsible adult.  \nOur building is fully accessible – if you have any queries about accessibility\, please contact lucy.stockdale@thecommonroom.org.uk 
URL:https://tcrstaging-wqosm.projectbeta.co.uk/event/life-on-the-moon-workshop/
LOCATION:The Common Room\, Westgate Road\, Newcastle upon Tyne\, NE1 1SE\, United Kingdom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221022
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221023
DTSTAMP:20260409T152301
CREATED:20220929T152829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221019T154420Z
UID:5346-1666396800-1666483199@tcrstaging-wqosm.projectbeta.co.uk
SUMMARY:Life on the Moon - Workshop
DESCRIPTION:We are building our own lunar city at The Common Room!  \nOver October half-term\, watch The Common Room’s lunar settlement grow. Build your own cardboard and paper buildings\, vehicles and more for our city\, and imagine your own lunar life stories!  \nTo mark NASA’s Artemis 1 mission\, the first step on the way back to the Moon (not just to visit\, but to stay!) we are taking engineering to the moon\, and imagining our own city where humans could live in space!  \nJoin us and learn about everything astronauts will need to safely live on the moon\, and how equipment needed for life in space could improve life on Earth too!  \nDuring your visit\, you can also explore the Institution of Civil Engineers’ exhibition – ‘Time Is Running Out – Help Us Engineer a Net Zero World’ – and try their games and activities.  \nRecommended ages 5+ \nDates: Sat 22nd October\, Tues 25th October\, Thurs 27th October \nTimes: Drop-in between 10am and 4pm\, no need to book! \nBooking information \nNo need to book! Just turn up and join us FREE between 10am and 4pm. \n \nRecommended age: 5+  \nAdditional information \nLocation: Wood Hall\, The Common Room\, Westgate Road\, Newcastle NE1 1SE  \nChildren must be supervised at all times by a responsible adult.  \nOur building is fully accessible – if you have any queries about accessibility\, please contact lucy.stockdale@thecommonroom.org.uk 
URL:https://tcrstaging-wqosm.projectbeta.co.uk/event/space-week/
LOCATION:The Common Room\, Westgate Road\, Newcastle upon Tyne\, NE1 1SE\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20221015T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20221015T170000
DTSTAMP:20260409T152301
CREATED:20220830T113751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220831T144312Z
UID:5237-1665838800-1665853200@tcrstaging-wqosm.projectbeta.co.uk
SUMMARY:Teakisi Woman Talk - 2022
DESCRIPTION:A Black History Month session focusing on African women and the community. \nDate and Timings\nDate: Saturday 15th October \nTime: 13:00 – 17:00 \nAbout this event\nTeakisi is happy to announce the fourth annual Teakisi Woman Talk conference\, sponsored by and in partnership with The Common Room. This event takes place in October\, which is also Black History Month. The annual ‘Teakisi Woman Talk’ allows black women\, plus the general public to have a conversation on topics that really matter to them – however uncomfortable they may be. \n2022 Theme: Inclusive Communities For All\nAn environment where many different genders\, races\, nationalities\, sexual orientations and identities are present but only the perspectives of certain groups are valued or carry any authority or influence\, it is not inclusive. We might be a diverse community but if the said community is lacking genuine inclusion then this is called “tokenism.” \nInclusion is about how well the contributions\, presence and perspectives of different groups of people are valued and integrated into any environment. With the diverse community we have here in the North East of England\, unfortunately\, many of our members experience a life that is not inclusive. Diverse we might be but when its lacking genuine inclusion then this is called “tokenism.” \nThere are so many reasons as to why people don’t feel included\, welcome or part of a community – with the most likely reasons being discrimination and racism. Those who feel like their communities are not inclusive also mention that in most cases when they are acknowledged\, it may in most cases be in a negative way. \nSo\, what is an inclusive community? \nAn inclusive community is one where its citizens and members feel safe\, respected\, and comfortable in being themselves and expressing all aspects of their identities. It is a place where each person shares a sense of belonging with its other members. It is home. Inclusive communities don’t just have a diversity of people present\, it has a diversity of people involved\, developed\, empowered and trusted by the community. \nAn inclusive community: \n\nDoes everything that it can to respect all its citizens\, gives them full access to resources\, and promotes equal treatment and opportunity.\nWorks to eliminate all forms of discrimination.\nEngages all its citizens in decision-making processes that affect their lives.\nValues diversity.\nResponds quickly to racist and other discriminating incidents.\n\nWe have to challenge communities that are not inclusive becuase they prohibit members from meeting their basic needs\, living with dignity\, engaging actively\, and contributing to their community. We encourage all who seek to see discrimination\, racism and “tokenism” emanated in their communities to join us on the day. \nWhat’s more\, the event aims to; \n\nContinue to establish itself as the key event for those interested in enhancing the capabilities & leadership opportunities for African women\, Black\, Asian & Ethnic Minority people across all sectors. There is power in being connected to other people – especially when those people look like you.\n\n\nEmpower through informative speeches\, talks\, spoken word\, drama\, conversations and networking\nCelebrate the culture and heritage of Africa\, minority communities\, and people of African descent\nNetwork\, learn from each other while sharing life experiences\n\nThis event is for;\n\nIndividuals and orgarnisations who champion tackling inequalities\, fighting discrimination and racism\nIndividuals and organisations that promote diversity and inclusion\nEveryone\n\n****Keynote speakers to be announced at a later date***\nStalls\nGuests will be able to explore a number of stalls on the day. If you are individual\, business or organisations and would like to exhibit your work or services\, there are 10 stalls/tables available to first come first served. To book yourself a table (£35 per table) please send email to info@teakisi.com \n \n 
URL:https://tcrstaging-wqosm.projectbeta.co.uk/event/teakisi-woman-talk-2022/
LOCATION:The Common Room\, Westgate Road\, Newcastle upon Tyne\, NE1 1SE\, United Kingdom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220917
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220918
DTSTAMP:20260409T152301
CREATED:20220811T143722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220811T143722Z
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SUMMARY:Special Heritage Tours (Heritage Open Days event)
DESCRIPTION:Experience a special tour of The Common Room building\, including a peek into the historic Arbitration Room! \n\n\nAbout this event\n\n\n\nExperience a special tour of The Common Room building\, including a peek into the Arbitration Room – a historic space usually not available for public view. \nThe Common Room is a venue and charity located in Newcastle upon Tyne. Built between 1869-1872\, our building has been home to the North of England Institute of Mining and Mechanical Engineers (or ‘The Mining Institute’) ever since. Some of the region’s greatest pioneering minds like Robert Stephenson\, Lord Armstrong and Nicholas Wood met here to invent\, innovate and campaign for improved safety in the mines\, to protect miners\, and advise mine owners. \nInside the building lies centuries of history relating to the Great Northern Coalfield\, full of tales of engineering excellence and innovation. Our archive and collections span centuries of engineering\, geological\, mining and wider scientific history\, starting from the Industrial Revolution. \nDates\nSaturday 10th and Saturday 17th September 2022 \nTour times\n10:00am – 11:00am \n11:00am – 12:00pm \n1:00pm – 2:00pm \n2:00pm – 3:00pm \n3:00pm – 4:00pm \nBooking information\n\n*Everyone in your party must have their own tour ticket\, booked in advance of the tour.* \nTickets are free\, but if you would like to make a small donation to support the charitable work of The Common Room\, it would be hugely appreciated. We suggest a donation of £5.00 per booking. \nIf you can no longer attend your slot\, we kindly ask that you cancel your ticket so someone else may take your place\, as demand is very high. Donations can be refunded upon request if you need to cancel your ticket. \nAdditional information\nChildren must be supervised at all times by a responsible adult. \nOur building is fully accessible – if you have any queries about accessibility\, please contact lucy.stockdale@thecommonroom.org.uk \nThe Common Room is taking a number of precautions to mitigate the risk to the public regarding COVID-19. Attendees will be encouraged to wear a face covering (unless they have a medical exemption) where possible. We would appreciate it if attendees could complete a lateral flow test prior to attending\, and we kindly ask you do not attend if you have had a positive test result for COVID-19\, or are experiencing symptoms. For further information on our COVID-19 protocol please email lucy.stockdale@thecommonroom.org.uk \n\nAbout Heritage Open Days\nHeritage Open Days is England’s largest festival of history and culture\, involving thousands of local volunteers and organisations. Every year in September it brings people together to celebrate their heritage\, community and history. Stories are told\, traditions explored\, and histories brought to life. It’s your chance to see hidden places and try out new experiences – and it’s all FREE. \nFind out more at heritageopendays.org.uk
URL:https://tcrstaging-wqosm.projectbeta.co.uk/event/special-heritage-tours-heritage-open-days-event-2/
LOCATION:The Common Room\, Westgate Road\, Newcastle upon Tyne\, NE1 1SE\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220917
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220918
DTSTAMP:20260409T152301
CREATED:20220811T132709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220811T132709Z
UID:5222-1663372800-1663459199@tcrstaging-wqosm.projectbeta.co.uk
SUMMARY:Kids’ Bridge Building Challenge (Heritage Open Days event)
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the North East’s incredible engineering through our drop-in bridge-building challenges. Can you get the most out of your materials – like LEGO – to create the best bridge around? \n\nNewcastle is known for its many impressive and varied bridges; they are a huge part of the North East’s proud engineering heritage! This is your chance to walk in the footsteps of great engineers\, like Robert Stephenson and Dorothy Buchanan! \nBut what makes a good bridge? How can it be made strong? How are its materials made to work to their maximum potential? And can you get home without getting your feet wet? \nChoose your materials and challenges\, and try to create a structure of strength\, worthy of the river Tyne itself. \nDate and Timings\nSaturday 10 September: Drop-in between 10:00-12:30 and 13:00-16:00\nSaturday 17 September: Drop-in between 10:00-12:30 and 13:00-16:00 \nBooking information\nNo need to book! Just turn up during one of the times above. \nAdditional information\nLocation: The Common Room\, Westgate Road\, Newcastle NE1 1SE \nChildren must be supervised at all times by a responsible adult. \nOur building is fully accessible – if you have any queries about accessibility\, please contact lucy.stockdale@thecommonroom.org.uk \nThe Common Room is taking a number of precautions to mitigate the risk to the public regarding COVID-19. Visitors will be encouraged to wear a face-covering (unless they have a medical exemption) and to practice social distancing. For further information on our COVID-19 protocol please visit https://thecommonroom-wqosm.projectbeta.co.uk/about-the-common-room/ \nAbout Heritage Open Days\nHeritage Open Days is England’s largest festival of history and culture\, involving thousands of local volunteers and organisations. Every year in September it brings people together to celebrate their heritage\, community and history. Stories are told\, traditions explored\, and histories brought to life. It’s your chance to see hidden places and try out new experiences – and it’s all FREE. \nFind out more at heritageopendays.org.uk
URL:https://tcrstaging-wqosm.projectbeta.co.uk/event/kids-bridge-building-challenge-heritage-open-days-event-2/
LOCATION:The Common Room\, Westgate Road\, Newcastle upon Tyne\, NE1 1SE\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220910T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220910T203000
DTSTAMP:20260409T152301
CREATED:20220621T082408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220909T113732Z
UID:5077-1662834600-1662841800@tcrstaging-wqosm.projectbeta.co.uk
SUMMARY:'Howay the Lasses' - Public Concert
DESCRIPTION:With our deepest respect\, Howay the Lasses concert will go ahead as planned. Our thoughts are with the Royal Family and those in mourning at this time. We will hold a minutes silence at the beginning of the concert to mark our respect.\nJoin us for this special concert to close our Game Changers summer anniversary festival\, celebrating 170 years of the Mining Institute\, and 150 years of The Common Room building – home to the Institute and some of the region’s biggest ‘Game Changers’ since 1872.\nAbout ‘Howay the Lasses’\nThis public concert is a musical tribute to the scientists\, inventors\, engineers & creatives who helped shape the North East and the country! Come and be entertained by musical tales of daring\, disaster\, perseverance\, intrigue and invention. \nJoin award-winning musicians\, pianist/accordianist/songwriter ANNIE BALL\, cellist KATIE TERTELL and singer-songwriter GARETH DAVIES-JONES\, for an engaging and accomplished evening of folk acoustic music\, with original songs\, stirring tunes and a curiosity of tales – each with their own unique character. \nCombining over 30 years of touring experience\, Annie\, Katie and Gareth bring a range of instruments\, wit and wisdom\, to guide you through the life and times of women engineers like Rachel Parsons\, notable historic figures such as Roman writer\, Severa and pioneering inventors like Janet Taylor. \nTickets are free\, however we recommend a voluntary donation of £5.00 per booking. The Common Room is a charity – the work we do to preserve our building and archive’s rich heritage and to inspire the next generation of innovators and engineers (our future ‘Game Changers’) would not be possible without your kind donations and the support of our funders. \nTo find out more about ‘Howay the Lasses’\, visit their Facebook Page \nDate and Timings\nSaturday 10th September 2022 \nDoors: 6:00pm \nStart: 6:30pm \n15-30-minute interval: 7:15pm \nEvent close: approx. 8:30pm \nBooking information\nEach person attending\, including adults accompanying children\, must have their own ticket. \nTickets are free\, but if you would like to make a small donation to support the charitable work of The Common Room\, it would be hugely appreciated. \nIf you can no longer attend\, we kindly ask that you cancel your ticket so someone else may take your place\, as demand is very high. Donations can be refunded upon request\, if you need to cancel your ticket. \nAbout our Game Changers anniversary festival\nThe Common Room is hosting a free anniversary festival throughout the summer\, celebrating the North East’s mining and engineering past\, present and future innovations. The festival\, called ‘Game Changers’\, is delivered in partnership with the North of England Institute of Mining and Mechanical Engineers (known to many as the Mining Institute) and will offer something for everyone\, from live music\, family science shows and workshops\, to an exhibition and unique building tours. \nThe festival marks 170 years of the Mining Institute and 150 years of The Common Room building\, which has been the home of the Institute and some of the region’s most pioneering minds – or ‘Game Changers’ – throughout the years\, including engineers Robert Stephenson\, Lord Armstrong and Nicholas Wood. \nOur headline exhibition and festival’s namesake\, ‘Game Changers’\, will be open to the public between Saturday 16th July to mid-September on select dates – if you are joining us for an event this summer\, the exhibition will be open that day. Book a general admission ticket to find out what other dates the exhibition is open this month. The exhibition will uncover the Game Changers – individuals\, inventions and innovations – tied to the Institute throughout its now 170-year lifespan\, and will also look to the future of innovation in the North East. \nThe Game Changers anniversary festival has been made possible thanks to National Lottery Players\, via funding from the National Lottery Heritage Fund. \nTo find out more\, click here. \nAdditional information\nLocation: Wood Hall\, The Common Room\, Westgate Road\, Newcastle NE1 1SE \nChildren must be supervised at all times by a responsible adult. \nOur building is fully accessible – if you have any queries about accessibility\, please contact lucy.stockdale@thecommonroom.org.uk \nThe Common Room is taking a number of precautions to mitigate the risk to the public regarding COVID-19. Visitors will be encouraged to wear a face-covering (unless they have a medical exemption) and to practice social distancing. For further information on our COVID-19 protocol please visit https://thecommonroom-wqosm.projectbeta.co.uk/about-the-common-room/
URL:https://tcrstaging-wqosm.projectbeta.co.uk/event/howay-the-lasses-public-concert/
LOCATION:The Common Room\, Westgate Road\, Newcastle upon Tyne\, NE1 1SE\, United Kingdom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220910
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220911
DTSTAMP:20260409T152301
CREATED:20220811T143321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220811T143445Z
UID:5224-1662768000-1662854399@tcrstaging-wqosm.projectbeta.co.uk
SUMMARY:Special Heritage Tours (Heritage Open Days event)
DESCRIPTION:Experience a special tour of The Common Room building\, including a peek into the historic Arbitration Room! \n\n\nAbout this event\n\n\n\nExperience a special tour of The Common Room building\, including a peek into the Arbitration Room – a historic space usually not available for public view. \nThe Common Room is a venue and charity located in Newcastle upon Tyne. Built between 1869-1872\, our building has been home to the North of England Institute of Mining and Mechanical Engineers (or ‘The Mining Institute’) ever since. Some of the region’s greatest pioneering minds like Robert Stephenson\, Lord Armstrong and Nicholas Wood met here to invent\, innovate and campaign for improved safety in the mines\, to protect miners\, and advise mine owners. \nInside the building lies centuries of history relating to the Great Northern Coalfield\, full of tales of engineering excellence and innovation. Our archive and collections span centuries of engineering\, geological\, mining and wider scientific history\, starting from the Industrial Revolution. \nDates\nSaturday 10th and Saturday 17th September 2022 \nTour times\n10:00am – 11:00am \n11:00am – 12:00pm \n1:00pm – 2:00pm \n2:00pm – 3:00pm \n3:00pm – 4:00pm \nBooking information\n\n*Everyone in your party must have their own tour ticket\, booked in advance of the tour.* \nTickets are free\, but if you would like to make a small donation to support the charitable work of The Common Room\, it would be hugely appreciated. We suggest a donation of £5.00 per booking. \nIf you can no longer attend your slot\, we kindly ask that you cancel your ticket so someone else may take your place\, as demand is very high. Donations can be refunded upon request if you need to cancel your ticket. \nAdditional information\nChildren must be supervised at all times by a responsible adult. \nOur building is fully accessible – if you have any queries about accessibility\, please contact lucy.stockdale@thecommonroom.org.uk \nThe Common Room is taking a number of precautions to mitigate the risk to the public regarding COVID-19. Attendees will be encouraged to wear a face covering (unless they have a medical exemption) where possible. We would appreciate it if attendees could complete a lateral flow test prior to attending\, and we kindly ask you do not attend if you have had a positive test result for COVID-19\, or are experiencing symptoms. For further information on our COVID-19 protocol please email lucy.stockdale@thecommonroom.org.uk \n\nAbout Heritage Open Days\nHeritage Open Days is England’s largest festival of history and culture\, involving thousands of local volunteers and organisations. Every year in September it brings people together to celebrate their heritage\, community and history. Stories are told\, traditions explored\, and histories brought to life. It’s your chance to see hidden places and try out new experiences – and it’s all FREE. \nFind out more at heritageopendays.org.uk
URL:https://tcrstaging-wqosm.projectbeta.co.uk/event/special-heritage-tours-heritage-open-days-event/
LOCATION:The Common Room\, Westgate Road\, Newcastle upon Tyne\, NE1 1SE\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220910
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220911
DTSTAMP:20260409T152301
CREATED:20220811T132013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220811T132125Z
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SUMMARY:Kids’ Bridge Building Challenge (Heritage Open Days event)
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the North East’s incredible engineering through our drop-in bridge-building challenges. Can you get the most out of your materials – like LEGO – to create the best bridge around? \n\nNewcastle is known for its many impressive and varied bridges; they are a huge part of the North East’s proud engineering heritage! This is your chance to walk in the footsteps of great engineers\, like Robert Stephenson and Dorothy Buchanan! \nBut what makes a good bridge? How can it be made strong? How are its materials made to work to their maximum potential? And can you get home without getting your feet wet? \nChoose your materials and challenges\, and try to create a structure of strength\, worthy of the river Tyne itself. \nDate and Timings\nSaturday 10 September: Drop-in between 10:00-12:30 and 13:00-16:00\nSaturday 17 September: Drop-in between 10:00-12:30 and 13:00-16:00 \nBooking information\nNo need to book! Just turn up during one of the times above. \nAdditional information\nLocation: The Common Room\, Westgate Road\, Newcastle NE1 1SE \nChildren must be supervised at all times by a responsible adult. \nOur building is fully accessible – if you have any queries about accessibility\, please contact lucy.stockdale@thecommonroom.org.uk \nThe Common Room is taking a number of precautions to mitigate the risk to the public regarding COVID-19. Visitors will be encouraged to wear a face-covering (unless they have a medical exemption) and to practice social distancing. For further information on our COVID-19 protocol please visit https://thecommonroom-wqosm.projectbeta.co.uk/about-the-common-room/ \nAbout Heritage Open Days\nHeritage Open Days is England’s largest festival of history and culture\, involving thousands of local volunteers and organisations. Every year in September it brings people together to celebrate their heritage\, community and history. Stories are told\, traditions explored\, and histories brought to life. It’s your chance to see hidden places and try out new experiences – and it’s all FREE. \nFind out more at heritageopendays.org.uk
URL:https://tcrstaging-wqosm.projectbeta.co.uk/event/kids-bridge-building-challenge-heritage-open-days-event/
LOCATION:The Common Room\, Westgate Road\, Newcastle upon Tyne\, NE1 1SE\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220903T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220903T190000
DTSTAMP:20260409T152301
CREATED:20220816T160949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220816T160949Z
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SUMMARY:Public Talk: Exploring Environmental Safety in Underground Mining Throughout the Years
DESCRIPTION:In this free public talk\, Bill Tonks C.Eng FIMMM will explore the ways in which the UK showed the world how to mine coal industrially\, then how to mine coal safely. Finally\, Bill will briefly discuss whether coal has any role in our future. \nIn his talk\, Bill will also uncover methods of observing\, analysing and improving underground environments even further\, by looking at how we can reduce long-term harmful particulates\, toxins\, and radon – a radioactive gas.  \nThis talk will be hosted on the 170th anniversary of The Mining Institute’s first president\, Nicholas Wood’s inaugural address to members. Wood’s speech spoke specifically to ventilation\, alongside other methods in which the Institute would serve to protect and advise those working in the mining industry\, as well as providing one of the Institute’s most pertinent quotes: “There is no finality in science.” Wood’s speech will receive a moment of recognition on the evening. \nAbout Bill Tonks\nBill Tonks C.Eng FIMMM is a Chartered engineer with over 40 years’ experience in underground ventilation systems in mines and civil tunnels\, and is Director at Bill Tonks Ventilation Services Ltd.  \nDate and Timings\nSaturday 3rd September 2022 \nTalk commences: 6:00pm \nEvent close: approx. 7:00pm \nGuests may visit our onsite 5|Quarter cafe bar prior and following the talk. Please note\, drinks may not be allowed in the Lecture Theatre during the talk. \nBooking information\nEach person attending must have their own ticket. \nTickets are free\, but if you would like to make a small donation to support the charitable work of The Common Room\, it would be hugely appreciated. \nAbout our Game Changers anniversary festival\nThe Common Room is hosting a free anniversary festival throughout the summer\, celebrating the North East’s mining and engineering past\, present and future innovations. The festival\, called ‘Game Changers’\, is delivered in partnership with the North of England Institute of Mining and Mechanical Engineers (known to many as the Mining Institute) and offers something for everyone\, from live music\, family science shows and workshops\, to an exhibition and unique building tours.  \nThe festival marks 170 years of the Mining Institute and 150 years of The Common Room building\, which has been the home of the Institute and some of the region’s most pioneering minds – or ‘Game Changers’ – throughout the years\, including engineers Robert Stephenson\, Lord Armstrong and Nicholas Wood.  \nOur headline exhibition and festival’s namesake\, ‘Game Changers’\, will be open to the public between Saturday 16th July to mid-September on select dates – if you are joining us for an event this summer\, the exhibition will be open that day. Book a general admission ticket to find out what other dates the exhibition is open this month. The exhibition will uncover the major individuals\, inventions and innovations tied to the Institute throughout its now 170-year lifespan\, and will also look to the future of innovation in the North East. \nThe Game Changers anniversary festival has been made possible thanks to National Lottery Players\, via funding from the National Lottery Heritage Fund. \nTo find out more\, click here. \nAdditional information\nLocation: Lecture Theatre\, The Common Room\, Westgate Road\, Newcastle NE1 1SE \nChildren must be supervised at all times by a responsible adult. \nOur building is fully accessible – if you have any queries about accessibility\, please contact lucy.stockdale@thecommonroom.org.uk \nThe Common Room is taking a number of precautions to mitigate the risk to the public regarding COVID-19. Visitors will be encouraged to wear a face-covering (unless they have a medical exemption) and to practice social distancing. For further information on our COVID-19 protocol please visit https://thecommonroom-wqosm.projectbeta.co.uk/about-the-common-room/
URL:https://tcrstaging-wqosm.projectbeta.co.uk/event/public-talk-exploring-environmental-safety-in-underground-mining-throughout-the-years/
LOCATION:The Common Room\, Westgate Road\, Newcastle upon Tyne\, NE1 1SE\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220903
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220904
DTSTAMP:20260409T152301
CREATED:20220621T082035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220621T082035Z
UID:5067-1662163200-1662249599@tcrstaging-wqosm.projectbeta.co.uk
SUMMARY:Do It the Safety Way! - Live Science and History Show
DESCRIPTION:Join us FREE for our Game Changers summer festival\, to celebrate 170 years of the Mining Institute\, and 150 years of our building – the Institute’s home since 1872.\nAbout ‘Do It the Safety Way!’\nThis Live Science and History show explores the deadly dangers of the dark underground. Learn how to keep yourself unpoisoned\, unsuffocated and unexploded from the perils of the pit\, with live demonstrations and artefacts from our archive! \nShow lasts approximately 45 minutes. \nRecommended ages 5+\, however younger children are welcome. \nThis ticket includes general admission to explore our historic building\, as well as our key exhibitions\, including the Game Changers exhibition\, The Common Room Brick by Brick LEGO® Model and The Wealth of the North. \nWhy not join us for lunch in our 5|Quarter café bar? Show proof of your booking for a discount on kids’ meals when you purchase a full-price adult meal (Ts and Cs apply).\nDates\nTuesday 26th July\, Tuesday 2nd August\, Tuesday 9th August\, Tuesday 16th August\, Tuesday 23rd August\, Tuesday 30th August\, Saturday 3rd September \nShow Times\nTuesdays: 12:45pm – 1:30pm \nSaturday 3rd Sept: 12:45pm – 1:30pm\, 2:15pm – 3:00pm \nBooking information\nEach person attending\, including adults accompanying children\, must have their own ticket. \nTickets are free\, but if you would like to make a small donation to support the charitable work of The Common Room\, it would be hugely appreciated. \nIf you can no longer attend your slot\, we kindly ask that you cancel your ticket so someone else may take your place\, as demand is very high. Donations can be refunded upon request\, if you need to cancel your ticket. \nAbout our Game Changers anniversary festival\nThe Common Room is hosting a free anniversary festival throughout the summer\, celebrating the North East’s mining and engineering past\, present and future innovations. The festival\, called ‘Game Changers’\, is delivered in partnership with the North of England Institute of Mining and Mechanical Engineers (known to many as the Mining Institute) and will offer something for everyone\, from live music\, family science shows and workshops\, to an exhibition and unique building tours. \nThe festival marks 170 years of the Mining Institute and 150 years of The Common Room building\, which has been the home of the Institute and some of the region’s most pioneering minds – or ‘Game Changers’ – throughout the years\, including engineers Robert Stephenson\, Lord Armstrong and Nicholas Wood. \nOur headline exhibition and festival’s namesake\, ‘Game Changers’\, will be open to the public between Saturday 16th July to mid-September on select dates – if you are joining us for an event this summer\, the exhibition will be open that day. Book a general admission ticket to find out what other dates the exhibition is open this month. The exhibition will uncover the major individuals\, inventions and innovations tied to the Institute throughout its now 170-year lifespan\, and will also look to the future of innovation in the North East. \nThe Game Changers anniversary festival has been made possible thanks to National Lottery Players\, via funding from the National Lottery Heritage Fund. \nTo find out more\, click here. \nAdditional information\nLocation: Wood Hall\, The Common Room\, Westgate Road\, Newcastle NE1 1SE \nChildren must be supervised at all times by a responsible adult. \nOur building is fully accessible – if you have any queries about accessibility\, please contact lucy.stockdale@thecommonroom.org.uk \nThe Common Room is taking a number of precautions to mitigate the risk to the public regarding COVID-19. Visitors will be encouraged to wear a face-covering (unless they have a medical exemption) and to practice social distancing. For further information on our COVID-19 protocol please visit https://thecommonroom-wqosm.projectbeta.co.uk/about-the-common-room/
URL:https://tcrstaging-wqosm.projectbeta.co.uk/event/do-it-the-safety-way-live-science-and-history-show/
LOCATION:The Common Room\, Westgate Road\, Newcastle upon Tyne\, NE1 1SE\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220830T124500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220830T133000
DTSTAMP:20260409T152301
CREATED:20220621T082355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220621T082355Z
UID:5065-1661863500-1661866200@tcrstaging-wqosm.projectbeta.co.uk
SUMMARY:Do It the Safety Way! - Live Science and History Show
DESCRIPTION:Join us FREE for our Game Changers summer festival\, to celebrate 170 years of the Mining Institute\, and 150 years of our building – the Institute’s home since 1872.\nAbout ‘Do It the Safety Way!’\nThis Live Science and History show explores the deadly dangers of the dark underground. Learn how to keep yourself unpoisoned\, unsuffocated and unexploded from the perils of the pit\, with live demonstrations and artefacts from our archive! \nShow lasts approximately 45 minutes. \nRecommended ages 5+\, however younger children are welcome. \nThis ticket includes general admission to explore our historic building\, as well as our key exhibitions\, including the Game Changers exhibition\, The Common Room Brick by Brick LEGO® Model and The Wealth of the North. \nWhy not join us for lunch in our 5|Quarter café bar? Show proof of your booking for a discount on kids’ meals when you purchase a full-price adult meal (Ts and Cs apply).\nDates\nTuesday 26th July\, Tuesday 2nd August\, Tuesday 9th August\, Tuesday 16th August\, Tuesday 23rd August\, Tuesday 30th August\, Saturday 3rd September \nShow Times\nTuesdays: 12:45pm – 1:30pm \nSaturday 3rd Sept: 12:45pm – 1:30pm\, 2:15pm – 3:00pm \nBooking information\nEach person attending\, including adults accompanying children\, must have their own ticket. \nTickets are free\, but if you would like to make a small donation to support the charitable work of The Common Room\, it would be hugely appreciated. \nIf you can no longer attend your slot\, we kindly ask that you cancel your ticket so someone else may take your place\, as demand is very high. Donations can be refunded upon request\, if you need to cancel your ticket. \nAbout our Game Changers anniversary festival\nThe Common Room is hosting a free anniversary festival throughout the summer\, celebrating the North East’s mining and engineering past\, present and future innovations. The festival\, called ‘Game Changers’\, is delivered in partnership with the North of England Institute of Mining and Mechanical Engineers (known to many as the Mining Institute) and will offer something for everyone\, from live music\, family science shows and workshops\, to an exhibition and unique building tours. \nThe festival marks 170 years of the Mining Institute and 150 years of The Common Room building\, which has been the home of the Institute and some of the region’s most pioneering minds – or ‘Game Changers’ – throughout the years\, including engineers Robert Stephenson\, Lord Armstrong and Nicholas Wood. \nOur headline exhibition and festival’s namesake\, ‘Game Changers’\, will be open to the public between Saturday 16th July to mid-September on select dates – if you are joining us for an event this summer\, the exhibition will be open that day. Book a general admission ticket to find out what other dates the exhibition is open this month. The exhibition will uncover the major individuals\, inventions and innovations tied to the Institute throughout its now 170-year lifespan\, and will also look to the future of innovation in the North East. \nThe Game Changers anniversary festival has been made possible thanks to National Lottery Players\, via funding from the National Lottery Heritage Fund. \nTo find out more\, click here. \nAdditional information\nLocation: Wood Hall\, The Common Room\, Westgate Road\, Newcastle NE1 1SE \nChildren must be supervised at all times by a responsible adult. \nOur building is fully accessible – if you have any queries about accessibility\, please contact lucy.stockdale@thecommonroom.org.uk \nThe Common Room is taking a number of precautions to mitigate the risk to the public regarding COVID-19. Visitors will be encouraged to wear a face-covering (unless they have a medical exemption) and to practice social distancing. For further information on our COVID-19 protocol please visit https://thecommonroom-wqosm.projectbeta.co.uk/about-the-common-room/
URL:https://tcrstaging-wqosm.projectbeta.co.uk/event/do-it-the-safety-way-live-science-and-history-show-6/
LOCATION:The Common Room\, Westgate Road\, Newcastle upon Tyne\, NE1 1SE\, United Kingdom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220830
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220831
DTSTAMP:20260409T152301
CREATED:20220621T082343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220621T082343Z
UID:5087-1661817600-1661903999@tcrstaging-wqosm.projectbeta.co.uk
SUMMARY:'School of Rocks' Workshops
DESCRIPTION:Join us FREE for our Game Changers summer festival\, to celebrate 170 years of the Mining Institute\, and 150 years of our building – the Institute’s home since 1872.\nAbout School of Rocks\nLearn the reason and rhyme of rocks and get hands-on with all kinds of samples from our treasure trove of minerals! This interactive workshop allows children to learn a range of geological skills through games and activities\, to become a certified rock star! \nWorkshop lasts approximately 45 minutes- 1 hour. \nRecommended ages 5-13. \nEach child will receive a School of Rocks certificate at the end of the session. \nThis ticket includes general admission to explore our historic building\, as well as our key exhibitions\, including the Game Changers exhibition\, The Common Room Brick by Brick LEGO® Model and The Wealth of the North. \nWhy not join us for lunch in our 5|Quarter café bar? Show proof of your booking for a discount on kids meals when you purchase a full price adult meal (Ts and Cs apply). \nDates\nTuesday 2nd August\, Tuesday 16th August\, Tuesday 30th August 2022 \nWorkshop Times\nMorning workshop: 11:00am – 12:00pm \nAfternoon workshop: 2:15pm – 3:15pm \nBooking information\nEach person attending\, including adults accompanying children\, must have their own ticket. \nTickets are free\, but if you would like to make a small donation to support the charitable work of The Common Room\, it would be hugely appreciated. \nIf you can no longer attend your slot\, we kindly ask that you cancel your ticket so someone else may take your place\, as demand is very high. Donations can be refunded upon request\, if you need to cancel your ticket. \nAbout our Game Changers anniversary festival\nThe Common Room is hosting a free anniversary festival throughout the summer\, celebrating the North East’s mining and engineering past\, present and future innovations. The festival\, called ‘Game Changers’\, is delivered in partnership with the North of England Institute of Mining and Mechanical Engineers (known to many as the Mining Institute) and will offer something for everyone\, from live music\, family science shows and workshops\, to an exhibition and unique building tours. \nThe festival marks 170 years of the Mining Institute and 150 years of The Common Room building\, which has been the home of the Institute and some of the region’s most pioneering minds – or ‘Game Changers’ – throughout the years\, including engineers Robert Stephenson\, Lord Armstrong and Nicholas Wood. \nOur headline exhibition and festival’s namesake\, ‘Game Changers’\, will be open to the public between Saturday 16th July to mid-September on select dates – if you are joining us for an event this summer\, the exhibition will be open that day. Book a general admission ticket to find out what other dates the exhibition is open this month. The exhibition will uncover the major individuals\, inventions and innovations tied to the Institute throughout its now 170-year lifespan\, and will also look to the future of innovation in the North East. \nThe Game Changers anniversary festival has been made possible thanks to National Lottery Players\, via funding from the National Lottery Heritage Fund. \nTo find out more\, click here. \nAdditional information\nLocation: Wood Hall\, The Common Room\, Westgate Road\, Newcastle NE1 1SE \nChildren must be supervised at all times by a responsible adult. \nOur building is fully accessible – if you have any queries about accessibility\, please contact lucy.stockdale@thecommonroom.org.uk \nThe Common Room is taking a number of precautions to mitigate the risk to the public regarding COVID-19. Visitors will be encouraged to wear a face-covering (unless they have a medical exemption) and to practice social distancing. For further information on our COVID-19 protocol please visit https://thecommonroom-wqosm.projectbeta.co.uk/about-the-common-room/
URL:https://tcrstaging-wqosm.projectbeta.co.uk/event/school-of-rocks-workshops-3/
LOCATION:The Common Room\, Westgate Road\, Newcastle upon Tyne\, NE1 1SE\, United Kingdom
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