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Buddhism for Daily Life
Buddhism for Daily Life
Learn how to use the principles and practices of Buddhism to deal with the problems of daily life. The Buddhism of 13th century Japanese monk Nichiren explains how to bring forth your innate wisdom, courage and compassion which is inherent in everyone. Meetings happening every Tuesday night from 7 till 8, free admission. Ring Derek...
Mother Teresa Is Dead
Mother Teresa Is Dead
A man arrives in a remote Indian village, seeking his wife who disappeared a few weeks before. Tickets £10 on 01704 8758212.
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Fawlty Towers Dinner Show
Fawlty Towers Dinner Show
Don’t miss this Fawlty Towers tribute act bringing Basil, Sybil and Manuel to life for a comedy dining experience. Tickets £65 including a 3-course meal and drink on arrival, available on 01695 624426 or events@hollandhall.co.uk
Charity Fashion Show
Charity Fashion Show
Enjoy a fashion show in aid of Macmillan and Little Angels Staffie Rescue, plus games of stand-up bingo, a raffle and stalls. Tickets £10 including refreshments and a goodie bag on 07944 084971.
1920s Murder Mystery
1920s Murder Mystery
A night of mayhem and murder mystery with Croston WI – enjoy the 1920s-themed ‘The Final Curtain’ by Murder Incorporated! Tickets £15 including hotpot and apple pie supper and a great raffle – everyone welcome and fancy dress encouraged. Book on 07857 342785.
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Grass Raking Volunteers
Grass Raking Volunteers
Help volunteers from Ainsdale Village Park rake the long grassed areas and tidy the park for winter. Refreshments and spare rakes available, please bring gardening gloves. Email martinejaindow@yahoo.co.uk for info.
Fungi Walk
Fungi Walk
Enjoy a fascinating botanical introduction to the wonderful world of Fungi at Formby. Tickets £5 on 01704 878591, meet at the noticeboard.
Ormskirk Library Fun Palace 2019
Ormskirk Library Fun Palace 2019
Fun Palace is a FREE family friendly community event, bringing together arts, sciences, crafts, technology and digital skills. This event is linked by the Fun Palace network. Activities available include Library Crazy Golf, Ormskirk Ukulele, Book Sculpting, Card Making, Bird Feeders, Elderflower Jewellery, Fir Cone Decorations, Grass-Hair Creations, Blackout Poetry, Little Boxes, Giant Chess, Preston...
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Apple Festival
Apple Festival
Celebrate the apple harvest with activities for the whole family including apple juicing and pressing, woodland crafts, music and face painting. For more info, call 07752 179479.
Artisan Market
Artisan Market
The first of our winter artisan markets at Hesketh Bank Community Centre with indoor stalls, activities and cafe. All proceeds go to our redevelopment fund. Call Sue on 07956 986546 to book a table: £10.00.
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Digital Marketing for Business
Digital Marketing for Business
Join Nadia Rattoo, a Senior Lecturer in Digital Marketing from UCLan, to learn how to utilise social media and digital platforms to market your business e.g. analytics, and apps.
In Celebration of Poetry
In Celebration of Poetry
Come and enjoy the poetry of local author and poet, Christopher Ryley at Burscough Library. Christopher will talk about how he started writing and will share some of his thoughts and ideas on what has, and what continues to inspire him.
Evening with Dean Fraser
Evening with Dean Fraser
The Quantum Poet performs his 247 Poems Show, followed by a Q&A and book signing. Free entry.
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Gems in the Dunes
Gems in the Dunes
Fiona Sunners presents a talk on the work done by the Back from the Brink project on Formby sand dunes. Free, booking required on 01704 874177.
Reading Surgery
Reading Surgery
Pop in to see us to find out about useful websites for finding your next read, and how to use Borrowbox to download eBooks and Audiobooks.
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Libraries Week 2019 – Digital Event
Libraries Week 2019 – Digital Event
10am -12pm - Engaging Communities through Digital Technology Ever wanted to go online to access Local Council information but not sure how or simply want to know more? Then come along to our Libraries Week digital event and find out how you can access West Lancashire Council Services online. 11am -11:45am - NatWest Talk on...
Internet Learning Talk
Internet Learning Talk
Come along to an informal talk presented by West Lancashire CVS and Citizens Advice Lancashire. Explore fears and barriers related to going on the internet. Learn about changes made to local public services online and chat about energy deals.
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Brain Boosters Online
Brain Boosters Online
Join us for a special online session of Brain Boosters, where we will be playing some brain training games.
Ormskirk Library World Mental Health Day
Ormskirk Library World Mental Health Day
Lancashire Mind will be present with an information stand and there will also be a series of relaxing activities such as Mindful colouring, board games and puzzles. All welcome, no booking required.
Lego Robotics
Lego Robotics
This session will introduce learners to using hands on learning to engage children with STEM subjects. Learners will have the opportunity to create a physical robot that they can control digitally. The familiar LEGO® brick is used to stimulate children’s desire to learn, and to learn more through curiosity, creativity, critical-thinking and collaboration. Parents/carers must...
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Past and Present Exhibition
Past and Present Exhibition
An insight into Eccleston village life through the years. The exhibition includes fashion, local industries, general memorabilia, photographs, local documents and 1st and 2nd World War displays. Proceeds to St. Catherine's Hospice and EMC. Light Refreshments. Admission Adults £2.50 Friday and Saturday 11th & 12th October 10:00am - 7:00pm, Sunday 13th October 12:00 noon -...
Chorale Concert
Chorale Concert
A concert of classic and popular music by Standish Chorale. Tickets £10 including a glass of wine and canapes, available from the parish office or on the door.
Harvest Ceilidh
Harvest Ceilidh
A night of Gaelic folk music and dancing, a raffle, and hotpot supper. Bring your own drinks! Tickets £12 per adult and £3 per child, available on 01704 822878 or 07711 047082.
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Mawdesley Village Hall Open Day
Mawdesley Village Hall Open Day
Saturday 12th October 11am - 4pm. People from Mawdesley and the surrounding area are invited to drop in to find out more about the village hall and it's facilities. We also want to know what suggestions people have for future development of the hall. Displays from groups who currently use the hall and activities for...
Apple Weekend
Apple Weekend
A celebration of the apple harvest from our heritage orchard. Tours of the orchard, opportunities to taste and buy, demonstrations of apple pressing. Walks in Cabin Wood, Refreshments available in Cabin Cafe.
Brodsky Quartet
Brodsky Quartet
Martin Roscoe joins the iconic Brodsky Quartet for an evening of piano and strings. Tickets £18 per adult or £5 per student on 01257 498452.
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3K Fun Run
3K Fun Run
Run, jog or walk a fun 3K route in aid of the Cystic Fibrosis Trust. There’ll also be entertainment and refreshments afterwards. Entry £9.30 per adult or £7.30 per under-16, bookable on www.bookitzone.com/CFOrmskirk3KFunRun
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Virtual Ancient Rome
Virtual Ancient Rome
Travel back in time with us to explore the ancient civilisation of Rome with the University of Reading's digital model. Walk around the magnificent Coliseum all without leaving the library!
Woman In Mind
Woman In Mind
CADOS present this classic Alan Ayckbourn comedy, telling the story of Susan, who bangs her head on a rake and sees her life transformed into a fantasy. Tickets £8 from 01257 264362 or Malcolm’s Musicland.
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Friends of Tarleton Library Monthly Talk
Friends of Tarleton Library Monthly Talk
'Plants to Extend the Season' - Talk by Marguerite Hughes of Meadow View Plants, Tarleton. £1 donation requested. Refreshments available from 10am.
Get Healthy Online
Get Healthy Online
Pop in to learn how to set up emergency medical information on your smartphone and how to access health information and services online.
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eBooks and eAudiobooks on your tablet
eBooks and eAudiobooks on your tablet
Ever wanted to know how to use the Libraries Borrowbox to download eBooks and eAudiobooks. Well come along with your tablet and library card and we'll get you started.
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Friends of Tarleton Library Talk
Friends of Tarleton Library Talk
'Modern Slavery - More Widespread Than You Think - Closer Than You Imagine' - Awareness-raising talk by Rev Brian Gregory of the Friendship Foundation Charity. Free, refreshments provided.
Stepping Out
Stepping Out
Follow Mavis on a hilarious adventure as she tries to teach tap dancing to a motley crew of amateurs, performed by Rainhill Garrick Society. Tickets £7 or £6 concessions, available on 01744 813429 or from Rainhill Post Office.
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Fashion Party
Fashion Party
A clothes swap party with a difference! Get style advice, watch hair and makeup demos, and donate bras for Against Breast Cancer. There’ll be drinks and healthy nibbles too, and advice on sustainable fashion.
Blind Wine Tasting
Blind Wine Tasting
Test your knowledge of wines from around the world, plus plenty of music and a quiz. Tickets £20 from David on 07801 719691.
Fashion Show Fundraiser
Fashion Show Fundraiser
A fabulous fashion show and sale to raise money for Tommy’s, Mind, and Prostate Cancer UK. Loads of bargains and a tipple of two! Entry £5 including a free prize draw.
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Stay Safe Online
Stay Safe Online
Find out how to keep your children safe online by setting parental controls on tablets and smartphones.
Pumpkin Picking at Langtree Farm Shop
Pumpkin Picking at Langtree Farm Shop
Get your welly boots on and join us down at Langtree Farm Shop for some spooktacular fun on the farm! Our pumpkins are ready for picking, with loads of colours shapes and sizes to choose from, so grab a barrow have some Halloween fun and find your own unique pumpkin. We will be running fun...
Art & Craft Sale
Art & Craft Sale
Sefton Art Group host an arts and crafts sale, with plenty of refreshments available and a special visit from the Mayor of Maghull at 1pm on the Saturday.
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Charity Fashion Show
Charity Fashion Show
Jak Hanson host a fashion show and exclusive shopping event in aid of Blood Bike & Air Ambulance, along with Eccleston WI. Tickets £10 including a glass of wine and cheese & crackers, from Sheila on 01257 451849 or in store at Jak Hanson.
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Room on the Broom
Room on the Broom
A self-guided trail following the story of Room on the Broom for kids aged 3-7. Time slots from 11am. £5 per child, booking essential at www.buytickets.at/CuerdenValley
Cancer Information Event
Cancer Information Event
Hosted by Healthwatch Wigan and Leigh, WWL NHS Cancer Care Team, & Macmillan Cancer Support. An opportunity for patients, their families, & professionals to find out what support is available in the community, & for you to tell us where there are gaps. We’d also like to hear what impact a cancer diagnosis has had...
Cartoon Circus Live
Cartoon Circus Live
An interactive, laughter-filled stage show combining the comedy of pantomime with the thrill of the circus. Expect clowns, magic, cartoon characters and acrobatics! Tickets £7 on 01384 423496, under-2s go free.
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Dinosaur Detective
Dinosaur Detective
Have a roarsome time at Parbold Library on Thursday 24th October! Families will be given the opportunity to learn about the wonderful world of dinosaurs, have a go at our dino themed craft, gaze upon real fossils and put their detective skills to the test in a dinosaur bone hunt. All children must be accompanied...
Simply Spellbound
Simply Spellbound
Join your favourite princesses in the forbidden forest as they take you on a Halloween adventure! Tickets £7 from the Civic Hall.
Meet the Author: Paula Daly
Meet the Author: Paula Daly
Thriller author Paula Daly discusses life in the Lake District and the new ITV drama based on her books, plus refreshments and a free prize draw. Tickets £6, £5 for library card holders or £3 concessions from the library.
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Formby in the Blitz
Formby in the Blitz
This interactive performance explores historical stories of those evacuated from Liverpool and Bootle to Formby during the Blitz in 1941. Tickets £5 on 01704 878591, meet at the noticeboard. Time slots from 11am.
Mystery of the Raddlesham Mumps
Mystery of the Raddlesham Mumps
Spot On Lancashire present ‘The Mystery of the Raddlesham Mumps’ – 7 year old Crispin inherits his spooky ancestral home after the death of his parents in a show that blends physical theatre with storytelling and poetry. Tickets £8 per adult and £6 per child, bookable at the library.
Fright Night
Fright Night
Expect spooky installations, a fright light show, live music and plenty of foodie treats! Prizes for the best fancy dress. Tickets £12 with children under 6 free from www.rivingtonterracedgardens.org.uk
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Magic Autumn Fair
Magic Autumn Fair
Browse stalls, make magic wands, enjoy a raffle and tombola and enter the fancy dress competition as a witch or wizard with Heath Charnock WI! Refreshments available.
Room on the Broom
Room on the Broom
An interactive children’s storytelling session suitable for ages 5 and under. Find the witches’ lost belongings and rescue them from a dragon! Tickets £5 including a free raffle draw, available on 07771 362383.
Halloween Spooktacular
Halloween Spooktacular
Dobbies offers a family Halloween experience – get creative with craft activities and ghoulish games, enjoy a spooky Afternoon Tea and get involved in the fancy dress competitions! Tickets £8.50 per child including refreshments and £12.50 or £5.99 per adult. Book on 01704 552920.
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Wedding Fayre
Wedding Fayre
Come along and view some fantastic exhibitors at Mercure Haydock, with over 20 exhibitors on display we have everything to make your special day amazing!
Haunted Autumn
Haunted Autumn
Explore the beautiful grounds of Bank Hall, investigate the graveyard, pick pumpkins and enjoy seasonal refreshments. There’ll be children’s crafts and ghost hunts throughout the day. Entry £2 per adult, children go free.
Chorley Ramblers Walk for Children
Chorley Ramblers Walk for Children
A Toadstool Hunt for a "Fun Guy or Gal" Scramblers childrens walk led by members of Chorley Ramblers. Adults must be accompanied by a child. Walk from Hesketh Arms to Mere Sands Wood and back, 2 -3 miles. Wear suitable clothing and strong shoes or boots. Bring a snack and a drink. We will not...
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Spooky Walk
Spooky Walk
Bring your torch for a walk in the dark with some spooky stuff along the way. £5 per child, adults £2 – booking essential at www.buytickets.at/CuerdenValley
Fancy a Nibble Cake Club
Fancy a Nibble Cake Club
Are you a baker who loves baking, eating and talking about cake? Yes? Then our cake club is just for you! We are a group of likeminded bakers who meet once a month to learn new skills, sample each other’s cakes, swap recipes and make new friends. Please get in touch for more details. Booking...
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LAL: Make the Most of Your Tablet
LAL: Make the Most of Your Tablet
This course will help you to understand the layout of the tablet you are using, how it works, how to maintain it and how to download apps to customise it to suit your life. What you will need to bring: your tablet if you have one, but we also have tablets you can try if...
Flowers & Pumpkins – Floristry Workshop
Flowers & Pumpkins – Floristry Workshop
Learn 3 different ways to create Floral Arrangements in a Pumpkin and choose your favourite to make. Includes 3x Floral Demos, all of your Flowers, Foliage and Pumpkins, plus receive an Autumn goodie bag filled with Mini Pumpkins, Moss, Conkers and Chinese Lanterns to add an extra special touch to your Pumpkin display.
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Bury Market Trip
Bury Market Trip
Join us for a full day of bargain hunting and a great chance to make a start on the Christmas shopping at Bury's world famous market located next door to the Mill Gate Shopping Centre is the biggest and best market in the North West, winning many awards over the years it now boasts the...
Ocean Plastics Talk
Ocean Plastics Talk
Chris Glaze presents a talk on the damage caused by ocean plastics and how they harm marine life and coastal habitats. Entry £4 or £2 for children.
Jack the Ripper: The Real Story
Jack the Ripper: The Real Story
Retired murder squad detective Trevor Marriott delves into the real truth behind the Jack the Ripper murders. Tickets £12 on 01704 533333.
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Family History for Beginners
Family History for Beginners
In this 6 week course, you will learn how to research your family history and trace your ancestors using websites and other genealogy resources. The course is for beginners or students with some previous experience. You will learn about the process of tracing your family history, the various sources of information and how to access...
Family History for Beginners
Family History for Beginners
In this 6 week course, you will learn how to research your family history and trace your ancestors using websites and other genealogy resources. The course is for beginners or students with some previous experience and who need time each week to dedicate to research and recording family history. This event is free to all...
Free Gardeners’ Talk
Free Gardeners’ Talk
Margaret Robinson will give a talk entitled Vegetables For Every Taste. Free admission.