This weekly update covers our week of 9th – 15th February, including Alice’s school science showcase, The Lightning Thief at HOME Manchester, Meet the Hatter at Z-arts and a Valentine’s lunch at the Trafford Centre.

From theatre magic and trampoline fun to dinosaur discoveries, Halloween baking and family museum days, this half-term week was full of creativity, adventures and everyday magic.

From a solo tram and train trip to Liverpool to see Kinky Boots the Musical, to bouncy castles, cupcake decorating and ice creams at the school summer fair, this week was full of sparkle, silliness and family magic.

From Manchester shopping and Krispy Kreme donuts to mini golf, Costco hot dogs and a cosy Frozen movie afternoon, this week was full of gentle family fun.