{"id":438,"date":"2023-02-01T10:30:06","date_gmt":"2023-02-01T10:30:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.tees.ac.uk\/talkingteesside\/?p=438"},"modified":"2023-03-07T10:27:28","modified_gmt":"2023-03-07T10:27:28","slug":"whats-on-at-the-students-union-february","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.tees.ac.uk\/talkingteesside\/2023\/02\/01\/whats-on-at-the-students-union-february\/","title":{"rendered":"What\u2019s on at the Students\u2019 Union | February"},"content":{"rendered":"

We all know how important the academic side of university is, but it\u2019s also important to make time away from your studies to step out and socialise. <\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

And where better to do that than at our Students\u2019 Union?\u00a0<\/span>There\u2019s lots happening this month, whether you\u2019re looking for a day trip or a night out, so we\u2019ve rounded up <\/span><\/strong>the unmissable events we\u2019re hosting that need adding to your calendar…<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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\"Somebody<\/span><\/p>\n

Karaoke Night\u00a0 |\u00a0 Every Wednesday night beginning 1 Feb<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Kickstart February with Karaoke Night<\/a> and belt out the greatest hits at The Terrace. <\/span>The microphone is all yours between 8.00pm – 11.45pm every Wednesday night.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Want to give it a try but haven\u2019t found your go-to song yet? Check out Time Out\u2019s list<\/a> of the top 50 karaoke classics for some inspiration.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Bongo\u2019s Bingo\u00a0 |\u00a0 2 February, 16 February and 24 February<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

This ain\u2019t your average bingo event…this is Bongo\u2019s Bingo!<\/span><\/p>\n

Join us for an evening of mini raves, dance-offs, singalongs, wild prizes and, of course, the game that started it all, some good old-fashioned bingo.<\/span><\/p>\n

Find it in The Hub between 6.00pm – 11.00pm, with last entry at 7.30pm and the first game beginning at 8.00pm. Tickets are selling fast, so get them quick<\/a> to avoid disappointment.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"Partying<\/span><\/p>\n

Touchdown – Pop Punk and Emo Party Anthems\u00a0 |\u00a0 4 – 5 February\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Looking to party into the early hours to the best pop punk and emo party anthems? Then Touchdown<\/a> is the event for you.<\/span><\/p>\n

With banging tunes from legends like Fall Out Boy, Green Day and MCR, bar games and even a tattoo station (!) there\u2019s lots for you to enjoy at The Terrace, 11.00pm –\u00a0 03.00am.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

\"York<\/p>\n

Trip to York Ice Trail\u00a0 |\u00a0 5 February<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Discover York\u2019s fascinating history and explore what life in the city would have been like in the Roman, Viking and medieval ages as we take a trip to York<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

See the sights – York Minster, the city walls, York Castle Museum, the Jorvik Viking Centre and the Shambles – and enjoy some free time at the local pubs, cafes and shops.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

The visit is taking place while the York Ice Trail 2023, the largest ice trail in the country with over 40 sculptures on display, can be seen throughout the city. Did someone say photo op?<\/span><\/p>\n

Book your tickets and check departure times here<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Monday Night Quiz – Friends Special\u00a0 |\u00a0 6 February<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Could we BE<\/em> more excited for the Monday Night Quiz – Friends Special<\/a>?<\/span><\/p>\n

Grab your team and compete to be crowned the ultimate Friends fans while you enjoy a night of quizzing, comedy and music from resident DJ Matty.<\/span><\/p>\n

There are plenty of prizes up for grabs, so come along to The Terrace, 7.30pm – 11.30pm, if you think you know your unagi from your holiday armadillo…<\/span><\/p>\n

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Monday Night Quiz – Valentine\u2019s Special and Valentine\u2019s DJ Night\u00a0 |\u00a0 13 February<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Not sure how to celebrate Valentine\u2019s Day with your SO this year? Or fancy a night out with friends? We have two events for you to choose from.<\/span><\/p>\n

The Monday Night Quiz is holding a Valentine\u2019s Special<\/a> with resident DJ Matty. As always, there\u2019s fun to be had and prizes to be won, so come along to The Terrace, 7.30pm – 11.30pm.<\/span><\/p>\n

We\u2019re also hosting a Valentine\u2019s DJ Night<\/a> in The Hub between 7.00pm – 12.00am.\u00a0<\/span>Enjoy special performances by DJ Herry and DJ Ash. The dress code is red, white and black, and tickets are available here<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"Roller<\/span><\/p>\n

Stranger Things Roller Disco\u00a0 |\u00a0 17 February<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

The perfect night out for a Stranger Things fan, our special roller disco pays homage to the most streamed TV show of last year<\/a>. Whether you\u2019re a roller skating pro or a Bambi on ice like Mike, you\u2019re sure to have a blast.<\/span><\/p>\n

The first session is from 6.30pm – 8.30pm and the second session is between 8.45pm – 10.45pm. Tickets can be bought here<\/a>, with student discount available for TU students.<\/span><\/p>\n

So get your skates on, grab some leg warmers and embrace the eighties at our special Stranger Things Roller Disco.<\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Monday Night Quiz – Sci-Fi and Fantasy Special\u00a0 |\u00a0 20 February<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Think you know all there is to know about Harry Potter, Star Wars, The Lord of the Rings and more? Come along to the Monday Night Quiz – Sci-Fi and Fantasy Special<\/a> in The Terrace, 7.30pm – 11.30pm.<\/span><\/p>\n

Assemble your team, think of an out-of-this-world team name (we like The Darth Vader Crusaders or Marauder on the Dance Floor) and put your knowledge to the test.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"Shoppers<\/p>\n

Vintage Vera Clothing Sale\u00a0 |\u00a0 21 February<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Looking for some vintage staples to add to your wardrobe without breaking the bank? Join us as the Vintage Vera Clothing Sale<\/a> returns to Teesside University Students\u2019 Union.<\/span><\/p>\n

With brands such as Nike, Adidas, Fila, Levi\u2019s, Lacoste, The North Face, Ralph Lauren and many more available, you\u2019re sure to find lots to suit your taste.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The best part is…it\u2019s only \u00a320 per kilogram with no minimum spend, which means you can buy as much or as little as you want, come home with some amazing vintage finds and support more sustainable fashion by being a part of the circular economy.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"View<\/p>\n

Monday Night Quiz – Musicals, Stage and Screen Special\u00a0 |\u00a0 27 February<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

From West End smashes like The Lion King and Broadway hits like Hamilton, we\u2019ll be testing your musicals knowledge at the Monday Night Quiz – Musicals, Stage and Screen Special<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

Grab your fellow theatre lovers and join us at The Terrace, 7.30pm – 11.30pm, for your chance to win a mystery prize.<\/span><\/p>\n

I\u2019m sure you\u2019ll have a wicked<\/em> time.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"Microphone<\/p>\n

Open Mic Night\u00a0 |\u00a0 28 February<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Waiting for your moment to take to the stage and share your musical talents? Look no further than our brand new Open Mic Night<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

Whether you\u2019re a singer, guitarist or know your way around a ukulele, we want to hear what you can do.<\/span><\/p>\n

Book a slot<\/a> to perform at the event, held at The Terrace, 7.00pm – 11.30pm, or come along and cheer on the performers as part of the audience.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

We hope you have fun on your nights out, but it\u2019s also important you stay safe. Our SafeZone app connects you to the University security team if you need first aid or urgent help any time you\u2019re on campus. Download it now<\/a>.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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