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Vonblum - A Child-Friendly Café in Barcelona
If you have abandoned lunching out since having a baby or never seem to
catch up with friends other than in parks and playgrounds, now is the
time to make a date for the Vonblum café in Barcelona. Next to the main
Pg. Sant Juan and only a short walk from the Arc de Triomf, Vonblum
offers a bright oasis to parents looking for a smoke-free,
child-friendly environment in the city. As well as a great selection
of teas, healthy breakfasts, a daily menu and homemade cakes, the café
has a downstairs area with WIFI, seating and a play space for younger
children...read full article on Vonblum Café in Barcelona
Summer Activities for Children in Barcelona
Barcelona offers a variety of summer camp options for children
throughout the summer holidays with a few camps running during the
month of August. This year, you can apply for a place at a public
summer camp
from the 9th May. There are 100,000 places at these camps and you can
already see the list of possibilities available online. Schools and
nurseries as well as other centres around town are also gearing up for summer with registration now
open...read full article on summer activities for children
Free Entry to Barcelona Museums
From
5th April 2009, Barcelona's public museums have opened their doors for
free on Sunday afternoons. The new admission policy is an extension to
the free entry which takes place on the first Sunday of every month.
Admission to participating museums is now free of charge to the public
from 3pm to 8pm every Sunday. Many of the city's museums offer
incentives either via family cards or multi-passes such as the Science
Museum Pass, the Articket and Arqueo ticket that offer access to
several centres. Regular discounts are also offered to Barcelona
library card holders...see Barcelona Discount Cards
Fira Per la Terra - Earth Day Festival
The 14th "Fira Per La Terra", Earth Day Festival is celebrated this weekend with
outdoor activities, entertainment and stalls along Lluis Companys
near the Arc de Triompf and throughout the Parc de la Ciutadella...see programme and details
Children's Theatre
 With
most children's theatre programming coming to an end next month, now is
the time to take the children along to one of the many family shows
that Barcelona has on offer. On Saturdays and Sundays during April,
the Barcelona theatre, Tantarantana, is offering discounted tickets to Kids in Barcelona visitors for their current performance, La Pruna i La lluna.
The production is recommended for young children and is a performance
of chinese shadow puppets, songs, poetry and music...see Family Theatre and Shows
Book Weekend
The BWN (Barcelona Women´s Network) is holding its annual Second Hand
Book Sale (English books) at the North American Institute this Saturday. This annual event has a huge number of books on offer, fiction, non-fiction, children's books, DVDs etc. as well as homemade cakes. All proceeds go to charity...see details
Also this weekend is Barcelona's annual Children's Book Fair, Mon Llibre, the event has over 150 stands around the CCCB and includes children's activities and entertainment...see details
Traditional Music from Europe
Belgian group, Grouba, brings an entertaining show of
traditional dance and music from Western and Eastern Europe to the CaixaForum this weekend. Everything from the
polka to the Irish hornpipe features in this humourous and entertaining performance...see details
Country Kids Holiday Offer
Only a drive away from Barcelona and in the beautiful French region of Languedoc, lies a true paradise for both children and their parents. Country Kids is a holiday concept, created by parents for parents. The luxury estate that accommodates up to 6 families, includes a heated swimming pool, a petting farm, bikes, trampolines, a creche and nearby lake. There is one apartment available for the week of 25th April and Country Kids are offering it at 50% off. The holiday package for a family of 4 includes the unlimited crèche, 3 off-site activities, 2 babysitting nights, 2 meals brought to your accommodation, a daily cleaner and welcome arrival shopping pack...see Family Holiday Accommodation
See all What's on for Kids in Barcelona
Regards,
www.kidsinbarcelona.com
Issue No. 63
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Kids in Barcelona Family Apartments If you have family or friends visiting with children, take a look at our family-friendly apartment options...see details
Creative Dance Class for Children (3+). First Steps in English is a new Class at Collage in Gracia.
Join a free trial class on 25th April 11.30-12.30...see details
Launch Party at Curvaciones. Beautiful bigger sized bras for women and new range of bikinis. Enjoy a glass of Cava, get comfortable with our free fitting service. Also launch of card range from www.barcacards.com
21 APRIL 2009
6pm-9pm
Galeries Maldà 10-C, C/ del Pi 3
Free Storytelling for all ages at 5.30pm, Saturday April 18th at award winning store, Bateau Lune in Gracia...see Toy Shops
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