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🎶 Multiple Stages, One Big Summer in Keel Square 🎶Get ready Sunderland. Live music is taking over Keel Square this summe...
23/02/2026

🎶 Multiple Stages, One Big Summer in Keel Square 🎶

Get ready Sunderland. Live music is taking over Keel Square this summer and it all kicks off as the city gears up to host BBC Radio 1's Big Weekend.
We are excited to announce the first two major events:

🎤 The Bootleg Beatles
Friday 28 August
6pm to 10.30pm

The world’s number one Beatles tribute act is heading to Keel Square for an open-air celebration packed with era-defining hits. A perfect way to kick off the August bank holiday weekend.

Sign up here for when tickets go on sale https://www.skiddle.com/e/42092999

🤠 Road to Nashville
Sunday 30 August
12 noon to 10.30pm

One of the UK's biggest country music festivals is rolling into Sunderland. Expect non-stop anthems, high energy performances, delicious food, immersive wild west experiences and line dancing. With tribute acts honouring Shania Twain, Luke Combs, Dolly Parton, Chris Stapleton, Miley Cyrus, Teddy Swims, Beyoncé and more.
Sign up NOW for when tickets go ON SALE Friday 27th February at 10AM!:
https://www.skiddle.com/e/41773595

Cllr Beth Jones said the programme is just the beginning of an exciting summer of events for Sunderland. More announcements will be revealed soon.

🌞 Watch this space. Summer in Keel Square is about to sound incredible.

Get ready to dance, sing and shine at STACK Seaburn this half-term with a high‑energy Kids K‑Pop Party. Packed with inte...
23/02/2026

Get ready to dance, sing and shine at STACK Seaburn this half-term with a high‑energy Kids K‑Pop Party. Packed with interactive games, fun dance‑alongs and all the biggest K‑Pop hits kids love! 🎶
Learn exciting choreography, feel like a true pop idol, and take centre stage in a lively event perfect for the whole family.
✨ Come dressed in your favourite K‑Pop‑inspired outfits
✨ Bright colours, idol looks and fun accessories encouraged
✨ Bring the energy — we’ll bring the beats!
📣 Book your place now! 👉 https://orlo.uk/SyhGJ

Pregnant or have a child under four?You may be eligible for NHS Healthy Start if you receive certain benefits. The schem...
23/02/2026

Pregnant or have a child under four?

You may be eligible for NHS Healthy Start if you receive certain benefits. The scheme helps with the cost of healthy food and milk—giving your little one the best start.

Find out more and apply online👉 https://orlo.uk/RKMNh

It's February Half Term week in Sunderland!Looking for fun ways to keep the kids entertained this half term? Sunderland ...
23/02/2026

It's February Half Term week in Sunderland!
Looking for fun ways to keep the kids entertained this half term? Sunderland is packed with free, family‑friendly activities to spark imaginations, burn off energy, and make some brilliant memories.
📚 Sunderland Libraries
From creative workshops to magical storytimes, our libraries are buzzing with half‑term fun — the perfect place to explore, learn and play (and all nice and warm too!).
🎨 Creative Sessions & Crafting
Let little hands get messy with crafts, colouring, and make‑and‑take activities happening across the city.
⚔️ Adventures & Activities
Dive into fantasy worlds, join interactive sessions, and try something new for 2026’s half‑term break.
🌳 Get Out & About
Parks, play areas, and outdoor trails are on your doorstep and ideal for a low‑cost day out.
Whether you're planning a full family adventure or just popping in for a quick hour of fun, there’s something for everyone this February Half Term in Sunderland.
What will you explore first? 👉 https://orlo.uk/63sK0

At the next local government elections in Sunderland on Thursday 7 May 2026, ward boundaries are changing.This follows a...
23/02/2026

At the next local government elections in Sunderland on Thursday 7 May 2026, ward boundaries are changing.

This follows a review by the independent Local Government Boundary Commission for England completed in 2025, which recommended new ward boundaries and ward names that were then approved by Parliament.

This may affect:
• Your ward boundary or ward name
• Your polling station location

Each of the 25 new wards will be represented by three councillors, so, for this first election under the new boundaries on Thursday 7 May 2026, all three seats in your ward will be up for election.

Visit https://orlo.uk/H6063 for full details.

Do you know a young person interested in a career in tech? How about getting mentored by an industry expert? Or solving ...
23/02/2026

Do you know a young person interested in a career in tech? How about getting mentored by an industry expert? Or solving real problems set by local tech companies?

It’s available in the Digital Careers programme coming to schools across Sunderland – and giving an exciting way for young people to explore careers tech. More than 8,000 people have taken part over recent years… but who’ll be next?

➡️ More info here: https://orlo.uk/dxVey

Are you looking for a new job?We've got some great vacancies available, including:- Teaching Assistant (SEND Support and...
22/02/2026

Are you looking for a new job?

We've got some great vacancies available, including:

- Teaching Assistant (SEND Support and PE Delivery)
- Building Control Officer
- Headteacher

Find out about these jobs and other vacancies at https://orlo.uk/h2xn7

Enter a fantastical world with Dungeons & Dragons this half-term week! ✨🐉Whether you’re a complete novice or a seasoned ...
22/02/2026

Enter a fantastical world with Dungeons & Dragons this half-term week! ✨🐉
Whether you’re a complete novice or a seasoned adventurer, it’s time to gather your party and dive into an afternoon of magic, quests, and chaos!
From wild, magic‑fuelled goose chases to battling goblin hordes, you’re sure to have an epic time at our D&D session at Creative Smart City Hub @ Washington Library🎲⚔️
📅 Monday 23 February
🕜 1.30pm – 4.30pm
Bring your imagination — we’ll take care of the rest.
Free to join. All adventurers welcome! 👉 https://orlo.uk/GIvD7

Change the Game, which aims to make it easier for people living and working in Southwick to enjoy being active, has now ...
21/02/2026

Change the Game, which aims to make it easier for people living and working in Southwick to enjoy being active, has now seen more than 20,000 attendances. 🥅 ⚽

The programme has been created to be welcoming and accessible to everyone, including those who are completely new to being active, with activities from walking football and Clubbercise to yoga, Pilates and seated exercise.

Find our more here 👉 https://orlo.uk/xfrQz

Sunderland’s new Eye Hospital is really starting to come into vision 👀Here’s a look at the outside as the scaffolding an...
20/02/2026

Sunderland’s new Eye Hospital is really starting to come into vision 👀

Here’s a look at the outside as the scaffolding and hoarding comes down, and a first peek of the inside.

With external work nearly complete, work is now shifting to the internal fit out, led by contractor Kier on behalf of Sunderland City Council

The hospital is on track to prepare for opening to patients in Summer 2026.

A major milestone for Riverside Sunderland and a huge step forward for world class eye care in our city.

Find out more: https://orlo.uk/nAIuw

South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust

Ruby’s Worry is coming to Arts Centre Washington on Saturday 7 March, with two performances at 11am and 2pm, and Sunderl...
20/02/2026

Ruby’s Worry is coming to Arts Centre Washington on Saturday 7 March, with two performances at 11am and 2pm, and Sunderland App users can get 25% off tickets with the code SUNAPP.

Follow Ruby on a heart‑warming adventure as she tries to shrink a worry that keeps getting bigger… until she meets someone who helps her realise that everyone has worries, and talking about them makes them easier to handle.

Packed with live music, puppetry and brilliant storytelling, this show is perfect for families.

🎟️ Save 25% with code SUNAPP. Redeem the offer book here: https://orlo.uk/XSBRl

Download the Sunderland app: https://orlo.uk/rXdGJ

Don’t miss this performance brought to us by Culture House Sunderland

📚 Saturday Stories is back for half-term with two fantastic authors! We’re thrilled to welcome local author and illustra...
20/02/2026

📚 Saturday Stories is back for half-term with two fantastic authors!
We’re thrilled to welcome local author and illustrator Fiona Duncan back to Saturday Stories! Join Fiona for a free family-friendly storytime at Creative Smart City Hub @ Washington Library - perfect for little book lovers. 💛
📅 Saturday 21 February
🕚 11am – 12pm
But that’s not all! The fun continues the following week at Creative Smart City Hub @ Washington Library with another brilliant storyteller, Victoria Downes.
📅 Saturday 28 February
🕚 11am – 12pm
Come along, get comfy, and enjoy magical tales brought to life by two wonderful local creators. ✨
Free entry — no need to book! 👉 https://orlo.uk/qhdpO

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