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Here is a list of Christmas concerts and events in Middlesborough over the festive season, some of which are free! If you would like us to add your event to this list, just leave a comment at the bottom of the article and we’ll put it in. You don’t even have to leave your e-mail address.

CHRISTMAS CRAFTS AT THE PARK 03/12/2008

• 10.30am – 12 Noon: Pavilion, Albert Park, Middlesborough
• Albert Park is presenting two Christmas Crafts workshops where people can create some special yuletide items to decorate their homes. Children can have a go at making a sequin bauble to decorate their Christmas tree at home.
• Tickets cost £1.10 or 90p for Leisure Link holders.
• For more information ring the park on 01642 230919.

CHRISTMAS ART TROLLEY 04/12/2008 – 18/12/2008

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  Christmas Art Trolley

  4.30pm – 5.30pm: Middlesbrough Institute of Modern Art, Centre Square, Middlesbrough TS1 2AZ

• t: +44 (0) 1642 726 720, f: +44 (0) 1642 726 722 e: mima@middlesbrough.gov.uk
• Creative family session.
• Free
• Thursday 4th December, Thursday 11th December Thursday 18th December.
• Click here for more information.

CHRISTMAS CRAFTS – WREATH MAKING 07/12/2008

• 10.00 – 12.00 noon: Lingfield Countryside Centre, Mount Pleasant Way, Coulby Newham, Middlesbrough, Tees Valley TS8 0XF
• Tel: +44 01642 577325
• Lingfield Countryside Centre – Create your own Christmas wreath, all materials supplied. Please bring an old towel and a pair of secatres. Please Book in advance for this event.

WINTER LIGHTS 07/12/2008

• 4pm: Middlesborough City Centre
• In a contemporary take on Christmas carolling, the streets of Middlesbrough will reverberate with the unpredictable and unique soundscape of Unsilent Night.
• Unsilent Night is a unique audience participation work. Bring your old portable cassette and CD players – to play either a pre recorded CD or tape provided by the composer and at his command, we all press “play” and set off on a parade around the town. The music is of beautiful bells and chimes that swirl and rise and echo off the buildings and the mass effect of dozens and dozens of cassette and CD players all going at once is absolutely stunning. The more people who participate the bigger and better the sound is.
• Follow the magical procession of light and sound and candle-lanterns made by local children leading to an awe-inspiring finale. Watch as a huge illuminated solar system is created, animated by fire and light and suspended above Centre Square at 5.00pm.
• To get involved call on 01642 729135 and book your place. Remember to bring a tape player! Or, you can simply come along and experience this spectacular event.
• Click here for more information.

CHRISTMAS CAROL CONCERT 07/12/2008

• 12.00 – 2.00 pm: Cemetery Lodge on Burlam Road
• Join the Friends of Linthorpe Cemetery and a local brass band for a sing along celebration of Christmas. Watch Christmas wreaths being made and enjoy some festive cheer with mince pies and mulled wine.

CHRISTMAS CRAFTS AT THE PARK 10/12/2008

• 10.30am – 12 Noon: Pavilion, Albert Park, Middlesborough
• There is a Christmas wreath-making workshop for adults. Tickets cost £4 or £3 for Leisure Link holders and include a hot drink and mince pies.
• For more information ring the park on 01642 230919.

GALLERY TALK – AN INTRODUCTION TO ANDERS RUHWALD 10/12/2008

• 12.30pm: Middlesbrough Institute of Modern Art, Centre Square, Middlesbrough TS1 2AZ
• t: +44 (0) 1642 726 720, f: +44 (0) 1642 726 722
• Free mince pie and glass of mulled wine.
• Click here for more information.

MAKE AT MIMA 11/12/2008

• 5.00pm – 7.30pm: Middlesbrough Institute of Modern Art, CentreSquare, Middlesbrough TS1 2AZ
• t: +44 (0) 1642 726 720, f: +44 (0) 1642 726 722
• Adult Christmas special.
• An opportunity to create unique Christmas gifts and decorations. £20 per session – booking essential
• Click here for more information.

DESIGNER MARKETPLACE 11/12/2008

• 4.30pm: Middlesbrough Town Hall, Albert Road, Middlesbrough, Cleveland TS1 1LP
• Through a series of ‘mini-boutique’ like stalls, regional artists and designers have a chance at selling their products directly to the public. On sale there will be a diverse collection of high quality contemporary items from fashion garments and accessories to experimental art, textiles, ceramics, photography, jewellery, vintage and interior products. Most pieces will be bespoke items designed or made up by the stall holders themselves.

WREATH MAKING EVENT 13/12/2008

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  Christmas Wreath

  10am to 12.30pm: Langdon Square Community Centre at Coulby Newham

• Middlesbrough Environment City would like to invite local families to come along and try their hands at decorating a winter wreath to decorate their front doors. Natural materials and a willow base will be provided but you may wish to bring along some tinsel and baubles to add a festive touch.
• There is no charge for this activity but booking is essential.
• Participants are asked to bring a coat as, weather permitting, there will be a short walk into nearby Fairy Dell Woodland Park to gather some natural materials.
• For further information or to book a place please contact Cherie Kemp at: Middlesbrough Environment City on 01642 811303. Email cheriekemp.mec@classmail.co.uk

BBC TEES CHRISTMAS CAROL CONCERT 14/12/2008

• 1pm: Middlesbrough Town Hall, Albert Road, Middlesbrough, Cleveland TS1 1LP
• Enquiries: 01642 729 729
• Join BBC Tees, with guest performers and speakers (to be confirmed) for the hugely popular annual ‘Carols for Christmas.’
• Tickets cost £2.00 and will be available from November. Available from BBC Tees Reception and the Town Hall Box Office.

CHRISTMAS CHARITY AFTERNOON 14/12/2008

• 1pm: Middlesborough Empire, Corporation Road, Middlesbrough TS1 2RT
• Mike Cash, disco & karaoke
• TIckets £3 – telephone 07944820167

GALLERY TALK – AN INTRODUCTION TO KATY MORAN 17/12/2008

• 12.30pm: Middlesbrough Institute of Modern Art, Centre Square, Middlesbrough TS1 2AZ
• t: +44 (0) 1642 726 720, f: +44 (0) 1642 726 722
• Free mince pie and glass of mulled wine.
• Click here for more information.

CHRISTMAS PARTY NIGHTS 18/12/2008 – 20/12/2008

• 6.30pm: Middlesbrough Town Hall, Albert Road, Middlesbrough, Cleveland TS1 1LP
• Our Christmas Party nights are back and they’re better than ever. Grab a drink, enjoy your tasty three-course meal, sit back or jump on the dance floor as the performance begins, then dance the night away as our DJ plays your favourite party tunes.
• £31.00 – Over 18s only.

HAVE A VERY MIMA CHRISTMAS 20/12/2008

• 12 noon – 3.00pm: Middlesbrough Institute of Modern Art, Centre Square, Middlesbrough TS1 2AZ
• t: +44 (0) 1642 726 720, f: +44 (0) 1642 726 722
• A fun session for all the family to make Christmas decorations and a chance to visit Santa.
• Free
• Click here for more information.