Rag Mama Rag EDDA Ainsdale
A welcome return to Edda for RAG MAMA RAG creating an exceptionally full and hard driving rhythmic sound which soon has audiences feet tapping. Their repertoire is 20’s and 30’s Blues based but extremely varied, encompassing Mississippi Blues, East Coast Ragtime sounds, early White Country tunes, Original Compositions, and many other regional styles of the...
Love Letters from Blackpool
Ruth E. Cockburn gathers stories from Blackpool and Wyre with a comedic storytelling musical show. Tickets £8 from the library or on 0300 1236703.
Mellor VeganFest – 2019
A compassionate day showcasing delicious foods, fair trade gifts & beautiful handmade items that are completely free of animal bi-products. Learn about plant based lifestyle, try samples & embrace a feeling of wellbeing.
Jazz Night
Singer/Compere Rae Owens along with 4 piece house band present an evening of swing and jazz. Guests welcome to jam with the band and you get a sausage butty. All for £3.
Festive Wreath Making for All
Join us for a free wonderful creative event for all the family starting every Monday from November 11th 2019 for 4 weeks 16.00 to 18.30. At the end of four sessions you take home a festive wreath created using fabric and decorative items that can be used year after year. Why not learn to use...
Transport History Talk
Local historian John Quirk presents a talk about the history of local transport. Free, booking required on 01704 874177.
Business Expo Wigan
Launch Events NW are pleased to announce the introduction of a brand new event to their business expo portfolio, in partnership with the Greater Manchester Chamber of Commerce, Business Expo Wigan, provides businesses from Wigan and the surrounding area’s a chance to showcase their business and will take place on Wednesday 13th November 2019 at...
Hazel O’Connor – Hallelujah Moments
The first major female star of the 80’s, award winning singer-songwriter Hazel O’Connor rose to fame in 1980 starring in the film Breaking Glass. There were hits and eye-catching Top of The Pops appearances aplenty along the way. Hazel’s ageless songs include ‘Eighth Day’, ‘Will You’, ‘Big Brother’, ‘Monsters in Disguise’, ‘Calls The Tune’, ‘If...
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.
Marketplace of Mental Health Support
Wigan and Leigh Community Therapies Hub host regular Marketplaces of Mental Health Support in and around the Wigan and Leigh areas. Come and talk to services in the area that can support mental health issues. Plus meet local dementia and carer support groups; health and educational services and many more. All welcome.