The Forum, Norwich

16/09/2024

We've partnered with The Forum, Norwich for a musical takeover this December, and we are excited to offer the chance to perform to both in-school music groups and other performance or community groups!

If you'd like to join in with out Music Festivities on the dates below, head to our website to find out more 🎶

🗓 Monday 2nd December
🗓 Tuesday 10th December
🗓 Wednesday 18th December

Find out more here: https://buff.ly/3XGi9Xz

Please note that the performances do not have to have festive content but must be appropriate for a family audience.

16/09/2024

🤩TAKE A MENTAL BREAK
Lunchtime classes are back on at The Forum 🤩

Drop-in tomorrow at 12.30pm for a 40 min guided meditation.
Each class will begin with a relaxing breathing meditation, followed by a short talk and then the class will conclude with another meditation.

📆Tuesdays
⏰ 12.30 - 1.10 pm
📍 The Forum, Norwich - The View
Millenium Plain, NR2 1TF

FIND OUT MORE: meditateinnorfolk.org/meditate-in-norwich/

16/09/2024

Did you experience a Norfolk Heritage Open Days event this year? Make sure you let us know what you thought by filling in the survey. You could win some shopping vouchers too!

13/09/2024

Pet portraits, Dotty Pottery, free crafts and lego, animal-themed Bounce and Rhyme at Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library, free talks from our local RSPCA Mid Norfolk & North Suffolk Branch part of Norfolk Heritage Open Days - tomorrow is not one to miss at The Forum. See what's coming up: https://theforumnorwich.co.uk/whats-on

13/09/2024

Come along tomorrow! 🐾📷

12/09/2024

12/09/2024

10/09/2024

10/09/2024

Advance warning - the Early Years Library at the Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library will be closing at 4pm tomorrow (Tuesday 10 September) to set up for our Summer Reading Challenge ceremony. The Early Years area will then be open from 4:45pm for those who have signed up to receive their certificates and medals at the ceremony, but will remain closed to the general public until the ceremony is complete (due to be 6pm).

This is a bookable event - if you have not booked and were hoping to come along, please chat to staff in-library or email [email protected] and we can add you to the list.

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09/09/2024

The pink bunting is up, it could only mean that Heritage Open Days has begun!
We are running behind the scenes tours of the Millennium Library this Thursday and Friday, 10-1pm. Pre booking is required.

You can see all Heritage Open Day events by clicking on the link
https://tinyurl.com/3rmtpkmu

Image description; The stairs of the Millennium Library draped with Heritage Open Day pink bunting.

09/09/2024

The Norwich Evening Jobs Fair is on Thursday 19th September 2024 at The Forum Norwich, 4pm to 7pm.

08/09/2024

It's Race Day! 👏🏃‍♂️🏅 Good luck everyone Run Norwich

07/09/2024

Please note The Forum car park will be closed tomorrow (Sun 8 Sep) until approx. 1pm for Run Norwich. We apologise for any inconvenience caused.

06/09/2024

Happy Heritage Open Days ! 🚪🗝🗺

Today sees the beginning of England's largest festival of history and culture.

From Friday 6 to Sunday 15 September, the Norfolk Heritage Open Days programme offers an incredible array of over 300 free events across the county, with more than 150 drop-in events – so you can just pop by to enjoy!

The 10 day celebration showcases Norfolk's vibrant history, from its lost industries to its thriving cultural landmarks, making it the perfect occasion for families, friends and individuals to try something new – and all for free.

Find out more https://theforumnorwich.co.uk/whats-on/heritage-open-days

05/09/2024

Run Norwich 2024 has brought a few changes this year as we look to sustainably grow the event and allow new groups to experience the occasion.

05/09/2024

Explore, Experience, Enjoy!

Norfolk Heritage Open Days ( Heritage Open Days) kicks off THIS WEEK, running from 6th - 15th September. Discover hundreds of free events taking place across Norfolk. Unique stories, fascinating places, brilliant history, and experiences you'll never forget... the Norfolk Heritage Open Days festival has something for everyone to enjoy!

Many of the bookable events are now booked up but there are still HUNDREDS of free drop-in events that you can just turn up and enjoy.

05/09/2024

Run Norwich is almost here! As well as being the place for runners to collect their race packs, the two-day pre-race Expo event, Fri 6 & Sat 7 Sep, features stands from Run Norwich’s partners and running brands.
Good luck to everyone taking part 🏃‍♀️🏅
https://theforumnorwich.co.uk/whats-on/run-norwich-expo

03/09/2024

10-15 September for Norfolk Heritage Open Days 🐾🦭🐑

03/09/2024

Drop in during Heritage Open Days, browse this special exhibition, pick up a Norfolk Heritage Open Days brochure, and daily listings of what's happening nearby on the day - all free, and drop-in!

01/09/2024

💕 TODAY 💕

Our first wedding show of the season is TODAY at The Forum, Norwich. Doors open at 10am until 3pm. We can't wait to welcome you to the show! Don't worry if you haven't pre-registered, as you can register on the door. It is free to attend!

01/09/2024

Hello September 🍃🍎
Come along today for the autumn wedding fair! And don't miss , , local art exhibitions and produce markets, and more at The Forum this month! https://theforumnorwich.co.uk/whats-on

31/08/2024

VISIBLE, Norfolk's Neurodiversity Festival

TODAY
THE FORUM
9AM TO 5PM

We hope to see some of you during the festival... there is lots on:

In The Gallery you'll find the VIP Area (open to all) which showcases the stories of our Visible Inclusion Partners. This area also offers a calming/quiet space (in addition to the library) away from the main Atrium (9am to 5pm)

In The Atrium there will be lots of exhibitors, including local charities and businesses that are passionate about neuroinclusion. There is also the chance to take part in a neuroinclusion study on the topic of employment and recruitment (9am to 5pm)

In the Auditorium there will be 'Visible Voices', which offers a range of talks/presentations (10am to 3pm)... full listings/timings in the pic attached.

There is also a banner at the exit with a QR code which we hope visitors will use to give us their feedback... so that we can continue to grow and improve the event year on year.

30/08/2024

Part of Norfolk Heritage Open Days 🐾🗝

30/08/2024

Visible festival today at and tomorrow. This is a great event celebrating neurodiversity. Come have a chat and visit our stall.

30/08/2024

There's just 1 week to go until the fantastic, free festival celebrating history & heritage begins!

Norfolk Heritage Open Days kicks off next Friday (6-15 September) for 10-days of hundreds of free events all over Norfolk.

Unique stories, fascinating places, brilliant history, and experiences you'll never forget... the programme has something for everyone to enjoy!

Most ticketed events are fully booked, although there are still a number of talks with places available. Luckily, there's over 150 drop-in events to take full advantage of!

Explore, experience & enjoy the hidden gems and fascinating stories of Norfolk this September 🗝🚪⛪

Discover more at https://norfolkheritageopendays.co.uk/

29/08/2024

Come by today!

29/08/2024

Save the date! 📆

Our live gift exchange is on 12th October at The Forum, Norwich

Join us on event day, collect your surprise gift and take part in the live countdown.
Find out how you can take part here: https://giftednorwich.com/

28/08/2024

Positive Minds - a mental Health Fair for Young people is coming to The Forum, Norwich - and Norfolk Libraries will be there!

Hosted by Norwich YAB in partnership with MAP Youth Charity, there will be over 30 stalls offering advice to young people on how to look after their mental health. Norfolk Libraries will be there with a selection of books tailored for young people, covering different aspects of mental health wellbeing.

Thursday 29 August
11am-3pm
The Forum, Norwich Free, drop-in

Find out more info here: https://www.facebook.com/share/9ktPFP9DEHZ9E2np/

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28/08/2024

Meet some of the team behind Norwich Science Festival! 👋

From left to right:

🤳Sam, Marketing Assistant
🤩Alina, Science on Your Doorstep Project Coordinator
🎪Claire, Festival Producer
💻 Danie, Marketing Manager

The team are busy delivering fantastic events - like Bugs and Beasts in Waterloo Park - and gathering together a programme of incredible events, shows, talks and workshops for the 2025 Festival. Watch this space! 👀