From 24 July to 1 September, Chapter is sharing a full programme of free art packs, films and packed lunches for children, keeping Cardiff creative over the summer.
In an effort to support local families during the summer break, Chapter is thrilled to announce an expansion of their school holiday programme: six weeks of free packed lunches for all children under 18, three free family films a week, and free art packs for all.
This programme will run from Monday to Friday, starting 24 July and finishing 1 September. This free offer has been extended to ensure that children have access to delicious lunches during the summer, and can enjoy art and films on their doorstep.
Hannah Firth, Co-Director and Artistic Director said, “During these difficult times, we think it’s vital to support our local community. We started this programme last year and are thrilled to be able to offer activities and lunches throughout the summer. As the cost-of living crisis deepens, we want to ensure that all children and young people can have access to free food, art and film in our venue so that they always feel safe and welcome.”
Alongside the free programme of activities, there are a number of paid-for events that have been programmed with little audiences in mind, making Chapter an ideal day out throughout the summer holidays.
Free Packed Lunches for Children
Every Monday to Friday from 24 July to 1 September. These delicious packed lunches will be available to all children under 18, with no questions or qualifying factors. You can sit down and enjoy your lunch in the Caffi Bar, or takeaway. The packed lunches will be available for collection in the venue, every day from 12noon, and will offer Vegan and vegetarian options.
Every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Families can come together to enjoy some beloved animated movies. The lineup includes favourites such as Wall-e (U), Ice Age (U), Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs (U), The Lego Movie (U), Sonic The Hedgehog (PG), The Iron Giant (PG), Lyle Lyle Crocodile (PG), Inside Out (U), The Greatest Showman (PG), Roald Dahl's Matilda The Musical (PG), and The Princess Bride (PG) These screenings will take place at Chapter, and admission is free for all attendees. Tickets will go on sale in July, with a number reserved for walk-ins each day.
Myfanwy MacLeod Art Packs
To foster creativity and keep little artists entertained, Chapter has taken inspiration from Canadian artist Myfanwy MacLeod’s exhibition: The Botanist, to share free art packs for all to enjoy. These feature quizzes, teasers, colouring in, drawing exercises and more, helping children to explore their artistic talents during the summer break.
In addition to the free family films, Chapter curates a unique range of documentaries, arthouse and on-release blockbusters all year round. The already-iconic Barbie (tbc) movie will take the spotlight in a full run from 28 July to 10 August, as well as Christopher Nolan’s nuclear thriller, Oppenheimer (PG), starring Cillian Murphy from 21 July to 3 August. Keep your eyes peeled, as Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse (PG) comes to screens at Chapter this August too.
Performance Programme
For little and big audiences alike, join Frogs in Bogs, the superhero frog plumbers that need to crack a clogging crime and defeat the evil Cwac Ty Bach in award-winning female-led theatre company, Familia de la Noche's new, hilarious, all-jumping, blockbusting show for all ages on 11 and 12 August.
This activity is delivered by Chapter and made possible through the generous monthly and one-off donations made by our local community. For more information about how to donate to Chapter, visit https://www.chapter.org/support/donate/