Coal Mining History Talk
A concise history of coal mining from the formation of coal 300 million years ago to the recent end of deep mining, presented by Alan Davies. Tickets £3 on 01942 828128.
Write In 2019
A celebration of literature at the beautiful Astley Hall in Chorley on Saturday 16 November 2019 by the Chorley & District writers circle. We will have local writers, poets, bookstall, calligrapher and a very special speaker, so don't miss it. Visit http://www.chorleywriters.org.uk/ for further details.
Assistance Dogs Talk
'The Work of Assistance Dogs' by Deborah Cornwall of the Dogs Trust and Dillon, her Assistance Dog. £1 Donation requested, refreshments available from 10am
Dyslexia Association Drop-in Meetings
St Helens & District Dyslexia Association meets at 7pm on the 3rd Tuesday of every month. It is a drop-in session for people to discuss any dyslexia related issue relating to children or adults. Staffed by volunteers with experience of dyslexia, either they themselves are dyslexic or they are teachers or psychologists. Ask at the...
Big and Little Train Show
Chorley & District Model Railway Society are back by popular demand with their Big and Little Train Show featuring Christmas themed layouts and a visit from a special little engine! Free event for train enthusiasts young and old.
Flowers for Christmas
Monday 25th November, 7.30 pm Maghull and District Flower Club will be holding a Christmas demonstration with Sara Barrow of Goosnargh titled "Santa Claus is Coming to Town". An entertaining evening with seasonal refreshments and raffle prizes of the demonstrated designs along with Christmas Hampers. £7 entrance to non-members.
History of Industry in West Lancashire
To celebrate Lancashire Day local historian Dot Broady-Hawkes will be giving an illustrated talk on the history of industry in the West Lancashire area. The Heritage Trail Group will also be present with information about local heritage walks. Free tickets for this event are available from Ormskirk Library.
Beekeeping Talk
Resident beekeeper Andrea Ku discusses how the Beehives and Bookworks community project was set up at the library and how you can get involved. Free, booking required on 01704 874177.
Collecting Westwood Talk
Graphic designer Malcolm Garrett presents a talk on the Vivienne Westwood collection in The Atkinson. Free entry.
Chris Difford: Christmas Shopping
The Squeeze co-founder tells stories and sings songs from his colourful career.