A look at some of Sunderland's forthcoming events and how you can take part in them
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A packed day of highlights is expected at an Armed Forces event in Sunderland.
An action packed day devoted to the Armed Forces is on the way in Sunderland.
The Stadium of Light will host the National Armed Forces & Emergency Services Event on Wednesday May 13. Highlights include a STEM Village for visiting local schools and colleges, a recruitment and resettlement zone and an Armed Forces Veterans Breakfast Club.
It starts at 9am and finishes at 12.30pm. For more details, visit https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/national-armed-forcesemergency-services-events-2236849
Sunderland Antiquarian Society is now the largest local history society in the UK. Its Heritage Centre in Douro Terrace contains nine rooms packed with the archives of the city.
You can find out more about the Antiquarian Society by getting along to its Heritage Centre which is open in Douro Terrace on Wednesdays and Saturdays from 9.30am to 12pm.
You can also visit the its website which is at http://www.sunderland-antiquarians.org
And to become a member, email [email protected]