Latest Events in City of Wolverhampton District(July Updated)

Students will explore the difference between acids and alkalis and how they react to form a salt. Using this knowledge they then make their own personalised bath bombs. The workshop also allows students to discover the properties of oils and waxes and how they are able to dissolve into one another, which they use to create their own lip balms. This workshop is a great introduction to pH, neutralisation, solubility and changes. This workshop is strictly for 7-8 year-olds and will include a 30 minute supervised lunch break. Students should bring lunch and a drink. Refunds can only be issued for tickets cancelled at least two weeks (14 calendar days) in advance of the event date. Please note that this supersedes our normal event terms and conditions. Information Source: The Royal Institution | eventbrite

What if the strongest shape in the world… isn’t a square? In this hands-on architecture and design workshop, students aged 12–14 explore the bold ideas of Buckminster Fuller—an innovator who believed that triangles, not rectangles, were nature’s true building blocks. Students will investigate how geometry shapes the world around us, from honeycombs to domes to molecules. They’ll learn why the tetrahedron—a three-sided pyramid—is stronger than it looks, and how geodesic structures use simple shapes to create lightweight, stable forms. Along the way, they’ll experiment with different methods of making using art straws,cocktail sticks, polystyrene balls, and modular origami. The workshop combines individual thinking and collaborative teamwork, with plenty of discussion, drawing, and building. A final challenge lets students test their ideas using cocktail sticks and marshmallows to build a dome structure of their own design. “Build Like Bucky” stretches spatial awareness, creativity, and engineering intuition in a fun, engaging setting. It links geometry and design to real-world ideas—and encourages young people to reimagine how we think about space, strength, and structure. Philip Wells is a Chartered Architect and founder of a RIBA-accredited architectural practice, with a passion for creative learning and education outreach. Since 2014, he has delivered architecture-based workshops in schools across Central and SW London and is an active RIBA Architectural Ambassador. His past work includes serving as Lead Architect on the award winning Halley VI Antarctic Research Station (Hugh Broughton Architects) and contributing to the Millennium Bridge in London at Foster + Partners. Philip specialises in using architecturaldesign to unlock creative thinking in young people through hands-on, curriculum-connected experiences. This workshop is strictly for ages 12-14 only. Refunds can only be issued for tickets cancelled at least two weeks (14 calendar days) in advance of the event date. Please note that this supersedes our normal event terms and conditions. Information Source: The Royal Institution | eventbrite

This workshop looks closely at the evolutionary arms race between bacteria and the host immune system and how different strains of bacterial species evolve over time. In this workshop, students investigate four fictional bacterial outbreaks by performing restriction enzyme digests on DNA samples isolated from each of the scenes. Using gel electrophoresis, they will then compare the banding patterns to reference samples of known strains. Students will then decide what advice to give their colleagues at the scene of the outbreaks or whether the samples need further investigation. This workshop is strictly for 15–18 year-olds and will include a 30 minute lunch break, during which students will be allowed to leave the Ri building. Students should bring lunch and a drink. We reserve the right to refund or deny entry to those who are not in this age range. Please note that closed toe shoes must be worn as this workshop takes place in our lab. Refunds can only be issued for tickets cancelled at least two weeks (14 calendar days) in advance of the event date. Please note that this supersedes our normal event terms and conditions. Information Source: The Royal Institution | eventbrite

In this engaging workshop, kids will be introduced to the exciting world of game theory, where maths meets decision-making and strategy. Through fun, interactive activities, participants will explore simple concepts like zero-sum and non-zero-sum games, and what it means when a game has complete information. We'll wrap it all up by playing a kid-friendly version of the classic Prisoner’s Dilemma, helping young thinkers discover how choices affect outcomes—not just for themselves, but for everyone involved! This workshop is strictly for ages 9–11 only. Refunds can only be issued for tickets cancelled at least two weeks (14 calendar days) in advance of the event date. Please note that this supersedes our normal event terms and conditions. Information Source: The Royal Institution | eventbrite

Join us for a hands-on math adventure where little builders dive into the fascinating world of fractals! In this playful workshop, kids will explore the Sierpinski Triangle in 2D using simple drawing activities, then bring it to life in 3D with spaghetti and marshmallows. Along the way, they’ll discover how patterns repeat, shrink, and grow—just like magic! This workshop is strictly for ages 7–8 only. Refunds can only be issued for tickets cancelled at least two weeks (14 calendar days) in advance of the event date. Please note that this supersedes our normal event terms and conditions. Information Source: The Royal Institution | eventbrite

Students will extract their own DNA and walk away with a small piece of it in a necklace for them to wear. Working in a real science lab and using their own cheek cells, students will extract their DNA using enzymes and use ethanol to separate it from the solution, ready to transfer into their own necklace. This workshop is a great early introduction to enzymes and DNA. This workshop is strictly for ages 9–11 only. Refunds can only be issued for tickets cancelled at least two weeks (14 calendar days) in advance of the event date. Please note that this supersedes our normal event terms and conditions. Information Source: The Royal Institution | eventbrite

What if you could measure gravity using just a toy car and a ramp? In this hands-on physics workshop, teens will derive the "suvat" equations from first principles—exploring how displacement, velocity, acceleration, and time are linked in motion. Once the maths is mastered, it’s time to hit the track: participants will set up a simple experiment with an accelerating toy car on a ramp, recording times and distances to gather real data. Using their equations and results, they’ll calculate the acceleration due to gravity (g) and see how close they can get to the real value of 9.8 m/s². This workshop is strictly for ages 15–18 only. Refunds can only be issued for tickets cancelled at least two weeks (14 calendar days) in advance of the event date. Please note that this supersedes our normal event terms and conditions. Information Source: The Royal Institution | eventbrite

Step into the world of digital thinking! In this workshop, teens will decode the binary number system—the language of computers—and discover how simple on/off states power complex technology. Through hands-on challenges, participants will construct logic gates using dominos, exploring how basic principles like AND, OR, and XOR form the building blocks of computing. The final challenge? Team up to build a working half adder, combining logic and physics to simulate how computers add binary numbers. This workshop is strictly for ages 12–14 only. Refunds can only be issued for tickets cancelled at least two weeks (14 calendar days) in advance of the event date. Please note that this supersedes our normal event terms and conditions. Information Source: The Royal Institution | eventbrite

Students will extract their own DNA and walk away with a small piece of it in a necklace for them to wear. Working in a real science lab and using their own cheek cells, students will extract their DNA using enzymes and use ethanol to separate it from the solution, ready to transfer into their own necklace. This workshop is a great early introduction to enzymes and DNA. This workshop is strictly for ages 9–11 only. We reserve the right to refund or deny entry to those who are not in this age range. Please note that closed toe shoes must be worn as this workshop takes place in our lab. Refunds can only be issued for tickets cancelled at least two weeks (14 calendar days) in advance of the event date. Please note that this supersedes our normal event terms and conditions. Information Source: The Royal Institution | eventbrite

The workshop will introduce students to the features of the BBC Micro-bit, a programmable device with powerful features, despite only being the size of a credit card. Students will programme the Micro-bits to perform a series of tasks exploring the light, sound, radio and movement features. No previous experience of the BBC Micro-bit is required. Please note: This workshop is strictly for ages 7-8 only. We reserve the right to refund or deny entry to those who are not in this age range. Refunds can only be issued for tickets cancelled at least two weeks (14 calendar days) in advance of the event date. Please note that this supersedes our normal event terms and conditions. About Speaker: Russell Harkin is a teacher of maths and computing who has taught and worked in computing for over thirty years. Having previously taught in the university sector, Russell now enjoys introducing the potential of computing to schoolchildren, so that they can enjoy the technology and use it responsibly and with confidence. Information Source: The Royal Institution | eventbrite

In this workshop, students get to experience what it would be like to work in a forensics lab by investigating a fictional crime scene scenario. They will evaluate the crime scene and suspect DNA samples using modern molecular biological techniques including restriction digests and gel electrophoresis. They will compare the bands formed on the gels to identify the criminal. This workshop is a great introduction to genetics and forensic analysis. Students will learn how scientists would approach a crime scene situation and how to pour and load gels, a process that many students do not have practical exposure to before attending university. This workshop is strictly for 12–14 year-olds and will include a 30 minute lunch break. Students should bring lunch and a drink. Refunds can only be issued for tickets cancelled at least two weeks (14 calendar days) in advance of the event date. Please note that this supersedes our normal event terms and conditions. Information Source: The Royal Institution | eventbrite

This session investigates the journey from the Big Bang, through inheritance, variation, adaptation and evolution to the variety of life we see on the planet today. Morning Session – 7-8 Year OldsUsing a variety of games and activities, we will look at how life on earth has changed over time and investigate why that happened and why it took so long. Children will be gently introduced to the concept of instructions within our bodies, how those instructions might change and what difference that might make to an animal.We will round off the session using science equipment to extract some of those instructions from fruit. This workshop is strictly for ages 7–8 only. Refunds can only be issued for tickets cancelled at least two weeks (14 calendar days) in advance of the event date. Please note that this supersedes our normal event terms and conditions. Information Source: The Royal Institution | eventbrite

Through activities and games we will investigate the concept of evolution through changes in our DNA – the body’s natural set of instructions. Children will be introduced to the steps leading up to evolution and some of the scientific vocabulary to describe how those changes have occurred over time to take us from single celled life through to the most complex life forms on the planet today - us. To consolidate learning, we will finish off by using a variety of science equipment and measurements to extract strands of DNA from fruit. This workshop is strictly for ages 9–11 only. Refunds can only be issued for tickets cancelled at least two weeks (14 calendar days) in advance of the event date. Please note that this supersedes our normal event terms and conditions. Information Source: The Royal Institution | eventbrite

In this workshop, students get to experience what it would be like to work in a forensics lab by investigating a fictional crime scene scenario. They will evaluate the crime scene and suspect DNA samples using modern molecular biological techniques including restriction digests and gel electrophoresis. They will compare the bands formed on the gels to identify the criminal. This workshop is a great introduction to genetics and forensic analysis. Students will learn how scientists would approach a crime scene situation and how to pour and load gels, a process that many students do not have practical exposure to before attending university. This workshop is strictly for 15–18 year-olds and will include a 30 minute lunch break, during which students will be allowed to leave the Ri building. Students should bring lunch and a drink. Refunds can only be issued for tickets cancelled at least two weeks (14 calendar days) in advance of the event date. Please note that this supersedes our normal event terms and conditions. Information Source: The Royal Institution | eventbrite

The workshop will introduce students to the features of the BBC Micro-bit, a programmable device with powerful features, despite only being the size of a credit card. Students will programme the Micro-bits to perform a series of tasks exploring the light, sound, radio and movement features. No previous experience of the BBC Micro-bit is required. This workshop is strictly for 12–14 year-olds and will include a 30 minute lunch break. Students should bring their lunch and a drink with them. Refunds can only be issued for tickets cancelled at least two weeks (14 calendar days) in advance of the event date. Please note that this supersedes our normal event terms and conditions. Information Source: The Royal Institution | eventbrite

In this workshop students will discover what a colour actually is, understand how objects become coloured, and how chemists can manipulate these aspects to produce dyes and pigments. The session will begin with a brief overview of light and colour mixing. This leads on to a discussion of how colour arises through removal of specific wavelengths of light, and both additive and subtractive colour mixing. The students then discover how chemical bonding can lead to colour, and they produce both natural and synthetic dyes. The final part of the workshop pitches the students against a ‘real-life’ analytical chemistry scenario during which they will devise their own experiment using aspects of concentration, pH and colourimetry to solve a colourful problem. This workshop is strictly for 15–18 year-olds and will include a 30 minute lunch break, during which students will be allowed to leave the Ri building. Students should bring lunch and a drink. Refunds can only be issued for tickets cancelled at least two weeks (14 calendar days) in advance of the event date. Please note that this supersedes our normal event terms and conditions. Information Source: The Royal Institution | eventbrite

In this workshop with Dr Satinder Shergill , John Davies and Rob Swinney of the Initiative for Interstellar Studies, maths, science and engineering come together to show how humankind can reach the outer solar system and travel beyond that to the stars.  Using the work of three great thinkers, Al-Khwarizmi, Newton and Tsiolkovsky, students will use scientific and mathematical concepts to work out all manner of things from how fast a skateboard travels to and practical results with rocket balloons, to how long it will take to fly to distant stars.  A truly astronomical day!" This workshop is strictly for 12–14 year-olds and will include a 30 minute lunch break. Students should bring lunch and a drink. Refunds can only be issued for tickets cancelled at least two weeks (14 calendar days) in advance of the event date. Please note that this supersedes our normal event terms and conditions. Information Source: The Royal Institution | eventbrite

In this workshop students will discover what a colour actually is, understand how objects become coloured, and how chemists can manipulate these aspects to produce dyes and pigments. The session will begin with a brief overview of light and colour mixing. This leads on to a discussion of how colour arises through removal of specific wavelengths of light, and both additive and subtractive colour mixing. The students then discover how chemical bonding can lead to colour, and they produce both natural and synthetic dyes. The final part of the workshop pitches the students against a ‘real-life’ analytical chemistry scenario during which they will devise their own experiment using aspects of concentration, pH and colourimetry to solve a colourful problem. This workshop is strictly for 12–14 year-olds and will include a 30 minute lunch break. Students should bring lunch and a drink. Refunds can only be issued for tickets cancelled at least two weeks (14 calendar days) in advance of the event date. Please note that this supersedes our normal event terms and conditions. Information Source: The Royal Institution | eventbrite

In this workshop with Dr Satinder Shergill , John Davies and Rob Swinney of the Initiative for Interstellar Studies, maths, science and engineering come together to show how humankind can reach the outer solar system and travel beyond that to the stars.  Using the work of three great thinkers, Al-Khwarizmi, Newton and Tsiolkovsky, students will use scientific and mathematical concepts to work out all manner of things from how fast a skateboard travels to and practical results with rocket balloons, to how long it will take to fly to distant stars.  A truly astronomical day!" This workshop is strictly for 15–18 year-olds and will include a 30 minute lunch break, during which students will be allowed to leave the Ri building. Students should bring lunch and a drink. Refunds can only be issued for tickets cancelled at least two weeks (14 calendar days) in advance of the event date. Please note that this supersedes our normal event terms and conditions. Information Source: The Royal Institution | eventbrite

Explore Wolverhampton Wanderers v Fulham FC sporting information for 25th February, as well as links for Football tickets and more with Fixture Calendar. Wolverhampton Wanderers, also known as UEFA Europa League0, is a professional football team based in Wolverhampton, England. Founded in 1877, they currently compete in the Premier League, the top tier of English football. UEFA Europa League0 have a long and rich history, having won the FA Cup four times and the Football League three times. They have also had success in European competitions, reaching the final of the UEFA Cup in 1972. The team is known for their passionate fanbase and their iconic home stadium, Molineux, which has a capacity of over 32,000. Some notable players who have donned the famous wolf on their shirt include Steve Bull, Billy Wright, and more recently, Ruben Neves and Raul Jimenez. With a promising squad and a strong track record, Wolverhampton Wanderers continue to compete at the highest level and are a force to be reckoned with in English football. Fulham FC is a professional football team based in London, England. Founded in 1879, the team competes in the Premier League, the top tier of English football. They have won several major competitions throughout their history, including the FA Cup in 1975 and reaching the UEFA Europa League final in 2010. Some notable players who have played for Fulham FC include Johnny Haynes, the team's all-time leading scorer, and Bobby Robson, who went on to become one of the most successful managers in English football. The team currently plays their home matches at Craven Cottage, a historic stadium located on the banks of the River Thames. With a passionate fan base and a strong roster of players, Fulham FC continues to be a force to be reckoned with in the world of football. Information Source: fixturecalendar.com

In this workshop with John Davies and Rob Swinney, maths, science and engineering come together to show how humankind has reached the stars and beyond. Using the work of three great thinkers, Al-Karismi, Newton and Tsiolkovsky, students will use mathematical equations to work out all manner of things from how fast a skateboard travels to how long it will take to fly to distant stars. A truly astronomical day! This workshop is strictly for 12–14 year-olds and will include a 30 minute lunch break. Students should bring lunch and a drink. Refunds can only be issued for tickets cancelled at least two weeks (14 calendar days) in advance of the event date. Please note that this supersedes our normal event terms and conditions. Information Source: The Royal Institution | eventbrite

Students will extract their own DNA and walk away with a small piece of it in a necklace for them to wear. Working in a real science lab and using their own cheek cells, students will extract their DNA using enzymes and use ethanol to separate it from the solution, ready to transfer into their own necklace. This workshop is a great early introduction to enzymes and DNA. This workshop is strictly for ages 12-14 only. Refunds can only be issued for tickets cancelled at least two weeks (14 calendar days) in advance of the event date. Please note that this supersedes our normal event terms and conditions. Information Source: The Royal Institution | eventbrite

Explore Wolverhampton Wanderers v Brighton and Hove Albion sporting information for 10th May, as well as more Football times with Fixture Calendar. Wolverhampton Wanderers, also known as Wolves, is a professional football team based in Wolverhampton, England. Founded in 1877, they currently compete in the Premier League, the top tier of English football. Wolves have a long and rich history, having won the FA Cup four times and the Football League three times. They have also had success in European competitions, reaching the final of the UEFA Cup in 1972. The team is known for their passionate fanbase and their iconic home stadium, Molineux, which has a capacity of over 32,000. Some notable players who have donned the famous wolf on their shirt include Steve Bull, Billy Wright, and more recently, Ruben Neves and Raul Jimenez. With a promising squad and a strong track record, Wolverhampton Wanderers continue to compete at the highest level and are a force to be reckoned with in English football. Brighton and Hove Albion is a professional football team based in the seaside city of Brighton and Hove, England. Founded in 1901, the team has a long and storied history, having competed in various divisions and leagues throughout the years. Currently, they play in the Premier League, the top tier of English football, after achieving promotion in the 2016-2017 season. The team competes in the iconic Falmer Stadium, also known as the American Express Community Stadium, which has a capacity of over 30,000 spectators. Some notable players who have donned the blue and white stripes of Brighton and Hove Albion include Glenn Murray, Pascal Gross, and Lewis Dunk. Despite not having won any major trophies, the team has consistently performed well and has a dedicated fan base. Information Source: fixturecalendar.com

CAMPER GURLZ PROUDLY PRESENTS. . . . "Escape to the River!" (Limited spaces available, once they've gone, they've gone!) CAMPING . . . Join us for two nights camping in the Wye Valley - right on the river - at the glorious River Wye Campsite! An exciting weekend of paddling canoes, wild swimming, star-gazing, camp fires and fun times awaits! (Campervans and tents only – sorry, no caravans ) Camping tickets cost £50 per person (plus booking fee) and are available on a first come, first served basis. CANOEING. . . Canoe passes are available for purchase at an additional cost of £40 each, plus booking fee. Whether you're a skilled canoeist or a complete newbie, this gentle paddle along the river promises to be a lot of fun! Full protective gear and instruction will be given. We have a provisional group booking in place for Saturday morning, setting off directly from the campsite, so if you would like to join in on a day's paddle from Glasbury to Whitney on Wye, be sure to purchase your canoe pass! The paddle will be a leisurely paddle - no experience necessary. We will end up at The Boat Inn, a pub on the river, so if you don't fancy cooking, we have the option of a late pub lunch! (Canoeing isn't compulsory and there will be a number of girls who will choose not to canoe so don't feel as though you have to come canoeing if you'd rather not. It's YOUR weekend - so you do you! Glasbury on Wye is just a stone's throw from Hay on Wye, so if you'd rather explore this Mecca for book lovers, please do! ) ABOUT CAMPER GURLZ. . . Camper Gurlz is a fun, fresh and vibrant community for bi and lesbian women. Relaxed, friendly and welcoming, the aim of Camper Gurlz is to create fun weekends in beautiful places around Wales and beyond. From the coast to the woods, from the rivers to the hills – Camper Gurlz will be bringing you a series of mini-festivals for girls who love to camp! Information Source: Camper Gurlz | eventbrite

Explore mark making in this historically themed illustration and printmaking workshop. Mark marking, recording and interpretating is intrinsic to being human. With our academic staff you will explore mark making with imagery from iconic landmarks, mythical symbolism and dieties from Dr William Pawlett's research. You will create patterns, marks, layering and other worldly compositions to make your own mythic narratives and artistic 'take' on mythical landmarks. Dr Willliam Pawlett is Senior Lecturer and Course Leader in the Dept of Media, Film and Broadcasting at the University of Wolverhampton. This free event is suitable for all members of the public age 12 and over. Children 16 and under must be accomapnied by an adult. The subject of myth and how historically people create rituals of loss are covered as points of information and inspiration. This event is part of Being Human Festival, the UK’s national festival of the humanities, taking place 7–16 November 2024. Led by the School of Advanced Study, University of London, with generous support from Research England, in partnership with the Arts and Humanities Research Council and the British Academy. For further information please see https://www.beinghumanfestival.org/ To book onto our other free events please follow the below links: 7th Nov 2-4pm, Threads of Feeling: Fashion and Textiles Workshop https://beinghumanfashionandtextilesworkshop1.eventbrite.co.uk 8th Nov 5.30 – 7.30pm - Myth, Magic and Care for the Dead: Online Talk https://beinghumanmyththestory.eventbrite.co.uk 9th Nov 11-1pm (alternative date) - Threads of Feeling: Fashion and Textiles Workshop https://beinghumanfashionandtextilesworkshop2.eventbrite.co.uk 9th Nov 11-1pm - For the Ferryman: Glass Workshop https://beinghumanglassworkshop.eventbrite.co.uk 9th Nov 2-4pm - For the Ferryman: Glass Workshop https://beinghumanglassworkshop2.eventbrite.co.uk 13th Nov 7-9pm - A Night of Shared Stories: Storytelling and performance https://beinghumandeathsgrinperformance.eventbrite.co.uk 14th Nov 11-1pm - Being Human Festival, Memorialising Memory in Clay: Ceramics Workshop https://beinghumanceramicsworkshop.eventbrite.co.uk Information Source: University of Wolverhampton | eventbrite