IT'S half term next week and parents and carers alike will be looking for fun activities to keep their little ones entertained, so we have got you covered with five things to do this week.

Citadel to host theatre events

A series of theatre shows will take place across St Helens over the half-term aimed at keeping children entertained.

This new Storytelling Festival marks the start of the 16th season of the award-winning Cultural Hubs: Arts in Libraries programme.

It will be held in libraries across St Helens borough from February 17 to 20, showcasing the very best theatre for children and families.

On Monday, February 17, is an uplifting show featuring movement, music, bird song and puppetry called The Whirlybird at Eccleston Library.

On Wednesday, February 19, exceptional storyteller Gav Cross will deliver tales we all know and love – but with a twist with Twisted Tales for Terrible Children at Parr Library.

And finally on Thursday, February 20, prepare to be charmed and surprised by a new twist on an old tale.

Inspired by the iconic era of 1920s and 30s cinema, Beastly Belle follows the story of young heroine, Belle, who is plucked from a life of poverty by Merill, a greedy film producer who sweeps her off her feet and into fame and fortune in the movies.

Caught up in the glitz and glamour Belle forgets her roots and is ensnared by a world obsessed with good looks – but looks aren’t everything, right?

Beastly Belle will be performed at Newton-le-Willows Library at 1pm and is suitable for children aged 4 and over.

Tickets for each of these shows are priced at £3, or £8 for a group

To book go to citadel.org.uk

Fuzzfest

Free sports workshops organised by Merseyside Police and Regenda Housing will take place from Monday, February 17 to Wednesday, February 19 at Hope Academy.

The half term event will take place from 1pm to 3pm and will include football, rounders, cricket and plenty more.

Under 8s must be accompanied by an adult at all times and everyone must arrive 10 minutes early to register.

Off to see the Wizard

St Helens Theatre Royal is once again hosting a colourful performance of Wizard of Oz and this time it is taking place over February half term.

From today Saturday, February 15 to Sunday, February 23 a magical adventure over the rainbow will take place at the Corporation Street venue which will see Dorothy and Toto journey along the Yellow Brick

Road, searching for a way home.

Along the way she makes friends with the Scarecrow who longs for a brain, the Tin Man who seeks a heart and a Cowardly Lion who wants some courage.

Tickets start at £16 for adults and £14 for children.

To book go to sthelenstheatreroyal.com

Fun and crafts at Momo's

A Teddy Bears picnic for little ones will take place on Wednesday, February 19 at community cafe Momo's.

The event from 1.30pm will include singing, dancing, stories and arts and crafts.

Entry is £5 per child which includes the cost of lunch.

Then on Saturday, February 22, a free Storytime and themed Crafts workshop of children's favourite The Gruffalo will take place from 11.30am.

Library Events

From read and rhyme events to a Where's Wally and family storytime, there is a host of events throughout half term at libraries across the borough.

To find out more including times and dates and any potential costs go to sthlibrarieswp.koha-ptfs.co.uk/whats-on/