Charity Ladies’ Lunch & Fashion Show
Barbara’s of Standish host a fashion show and ladies’ lunch to raise money for State of Mind. Includes vocalist and MC Josh Adams and special guest soprano Jan Monroe. Tickets £36 including 3-course meal and wine on arrival.
Indoor Car Boot Sale
Free admission, lots for sale including bric-a-brac, toiletries, toys, clothes and cakes. Café onsite. £10 to book a table – contact Dennis on 07587148579 (hiltond841@aol.com) or Linda on 07956816837 (linda.w@talktalk.net).
Alcohol Ink Workshop
Experiment with alcohol inks by applying them to various surfaces and items, which can be collaged to produce beautiful effects. Learn new techniques to create motion within the piece! Please wear old clothes or protective clothing. Minimum age 12. Tickets £6.50 including basic materials.
UnderGround Crafts Christmas Fair
A wealth of handcrafted gifts from jewellery to fudge! A special visit from Santa and his favourite elf, hot food and a bar, and the chance to meet Santa’s donkeys while the reindeer rest. Free entry.
Christmas Singalong
Head down to Leyland Park for a festive singalong with mulled wine and turkey barms. Have a go on the tombola and meet Father Christmas!
Christmas Concert
Wigan Community Choir present a night of carols old and new, classical and calypso with some gospel for a rousing finale! There will also be a raffle and refreshments. £7 per person, £5 concessions.
Drawing & Painting Birds
Local artist and illustrator Tony Disley presents a one-day art class from sketching through to painting. Practical demonstrations and tutorials will help you paint your own small bird. Tickets £50 per person including admission to Martin Mere, 12+ only.
50 Years Not Out
The Orrell Musical and Dramatic Society present five decades of musical hits that will knock you for six! Tickets £7 or £6 for under-16s.
Burns Night Dinner
Wigan Thistle Society present a Burns Night Dinner of traditional Scottish food, followed by speakers and plenty of dancing. Everyone welcome – tickets £24 or £16 for under-16s, bookable by calling Margaret on 01942 247403.
Quiz Night
Friends of Shevington Memorial Park present a quiz night to raise funds for the park. Enjoy a buffet and a raffle, and bring your own drinks. Tickets £5.