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Musical Memory Cafe
Musical Memory Cafe
Parklands Lodge Musical Memory Café, sharing music and memories for anyone feeling lonely and wishing to meet new friends. This is a lovely friendship afternoon with beautiful homemade cakes, tea and coffee. Turning loneliness to happiness with the power of music.
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Monthly Social Dance
Monthly Social Dance
The last Thursday of every month is social dance night at Lydiate Parish Hall. Sequence, ballroom and latin dancing for all abilities from the absolute beginner to the aspiring professional dancers. ALL welcome. Come and dance the night away with us. No bar so bring your own drinks, nibbles and of course your friends and...
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FIRST STEPS Family History Course
FIRST STEPS Family History Course
The “First Steps” course is a starting point for family history research, the initial aim is to help back to the early 1800s, and it will soon become apparent that not everything is available on the internet. Starting with an Introduction; Civil Registration; Family Search; Censuses; Church Registers; Record Keeping, the course costs just £40.00,...
Cleopatra: An Adult Pantomime
Cleopatra: An Adult Pantomime
The Random Theatre Company present Cleopatra: an adult pantomime. Filled with raunchy laughs, tickets cost £8 on 07757 416560 or from the venue.
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Wigan Canal History Walk
Wigan Canal History Walk
Join us for a free guided walk along the beautiful Wigan Flight! Starting at Wigan Dry Dock, with free parking available at Trencherfield Mill (by the big industrial fan), we’ll walk up to Top Lock led by two knowledgable lock keepers, and then return to our starting point. It’s a leisurely walk of 4.5 miles...
Wooden Pendant Carving with Giles Newman
Wooden Pendant Carving with Giles Newman
During this one day workshop with master wood carver Giles Newman you will learn how to carve your own beautiful wooden pendant with the simple and easy to learn knife techniques. Encompassing the whole process of art woodcarving from wood selection and design principles to knife work, detailing and finishing. Suitable for all levels from...
‘Ey Oop Campers!
‘Ey Oop Campers!
A lighthearted look at the fun, intrigue and mayhem of a 1950s holiday camp, performed by Upholland & District U3A Variety Theatre Group! Tickets £6 per adult or £3 per U16 including refreshments on 01257 473941.
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Vegan Taster Table
Vegan Taster Table
Curious about Veganism? Want to make simple changes towards a plant-based diet? Come along and try a range of plant milks and vegan treats before you buy. Coffee etc will be serving a selection of vegan meals and cakes too! Also - lots of information available about how to transition to a vegan lifestyle, the...
Apple Pruning Day
Apple Pruning Day
Join the Walled Gardeners to learn new skills and help with apple pruning. Tickets £20 including soup and a roll and free pair of secateurs, bookable on 07967 583746.
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Ormskirk District Historical Society
Ormskirk District Historical Society
Past Times in the Cartmel Vale Speaker Janet Niepokojczycka Visitors £3.00 Students Free
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Children’s Mental Health Event
Children’s Mental Health Event
Healthwatch Wigan and Leigh is hosting a free event: "Who supports parents/carers when children and young people experience challenges to their emotional and mental health?" The morning will involve: • Speakers, including parents/carers and adults working with children • Surveys for parents, carers, and professionals • Workshop discussions Find out more or book a place...
Games Afternoon
Games Afternoon
Fun competition involving various board games - prizes for those with highest score.
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Maps & Coffee
Maps & Coffee
Grab a coffee and enjoy an informal morning of map reading with experienced International Mountain Leader Chris. Tickets £5 on 07838 378339 or chris@mountainexploits.co.uk
Thursday Tea Dance
Thursday Tea Dance
Come and join us at Haydock Conservative Club and dance away to fabulous music in the best venue in town. Lots of sequence dancing with tea and biscuits inc. Dates are every two weeks starting from 6th Feb. Just pop on your dancing shoes and come along or for enquiries please call Martin 07799288239.
Standish Stories from the Past
Standish Stories from the Past
Stan Aspinall tells three stories of Standish’s past – each with a twist to make you think. Refreshments available.
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Harry Potter Book Day
Harry Potter Book Day
Get involved in the Triwizard Tournament, facing challenges to test your magical prowess and powers of deduction! Play games, make crafts and much more at this free event.
All Write Up North
All Write Up North
A free networking and workshop event for aspiring authors, illustrators, photographers and cover artists! Lunch and refreshments provided – book your place on library.transformation@wigan.gov.uk
Come & Sing!
Come & Sing!
For lovers of choral music, Southport Bach Choir will be hosting another of their popular Come and Sing! events on 8th February 2020 at Emmanuel Church in Southport. The works to be studied will be Handel 'Coronation Anthems' and choruses from 'Messiah'. Full details of cost and an application form can be found on the...
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Light Classic Recital – Innsaei
Light Classic Recital – Innsaei
St Laurence Church Union Street Chorley on Sunday 9th February 2020 at 3pm. The Innsᴂi String Quartet, were formed at the Royal Northern College of Music, frequently performing in concerts, masterclasses and chamber music prizes. They have also performed many concert tours across Europe. We are delighted to have them performing as part of our...
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Talk & Presentation on Nature Photography
Talk & Presentation on Nature Photography
Monday 10th February 7.45pm Southport Photographic Society have invited talented local wildlife photographer Mr. Roy Rimmer to share his knowledge and passion for nature. Entry on the Door £4.00 inc tea/coffee and biscuits. Please come along to New Hall, Emmanuel Road, Cambridge Road, Southport, PR9 9PR 7.30pm for 7.45pm start.
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Elderberries Gardening Club
Elderberries Gardening Club
Our Gardening club meets at St. John's church Hall, St. John's Rd, Birkdale on the 2nd Wednesday of every month, 10:30am-12pm We are a friendly sociable club with an interest in gardening. Beginners welcome. We have outside speakers and members also speak on different and varied topics, and homemade cakes and biscuits too. We also...
Travelling Fairgrounds Talk
Travelling Fairgrounds Talk
Garth Latham presents ‘Ticket to Ride’, a talk on traveling fairgrounds of the UK. Plus enjoy lunch and musical entertainment! More info on 01772 816727.
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Coffee Morning at The Hotties Café
Coffee Morning at The Hotties Café
Everyone is welcome to come along and join St Helens and Warrington Oddfellows Friendly Society at their monthly coffee morning at The Hotties Café located inside The world Of Glass. This is a great opportunity to come along make new friends and see what the friendly group gets up to. Cost As per menu
Gardens Talk
Gardens Talk
Join Formby Civic Society as Margaret and Geoff Fletcher present a talk on their involvement in the National Gardens Scheme, with a charity plant sale afterwards. Free for members, visitors £2 – email chairman@formbycivicsociety.org.uk for details.
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Mental Health Market
Mental Health Market
Improve your mental wellbeing Wigan and Leigh Community Therapies Hub are hosting a Marketplace of Mental Health Support. Come and find out about the fantastic range of services, groups and support available in your local area! You’ll find local health, education, activity, carer, voluntary and charity services and groups. All welcome! For more information contact:...
Drive-In Cinema
Drive-In Cinema
See Pretty Woman like you’ve never seen it before – in the grounds of Haigh Woodland Park! What better way to spend Valentine’s Day? There’ll also be plenty of music, food, quizzes and giveaways, plus a free session of adventure golf. Tickets £30 per car at www.boxoffice.wlct.org
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Big and Little Trains Show
Big and Little Trains Show
Chorley and District Model Railway Club are hosting a Big and Little Trains Show. Supported by the Friends of Eccleston Library, the event is open to all with free admission.
Harry Potter Triwizard Challenge
Harry Potter Triwizard Challenge
Come down to Parbold Library for some Wizardry Fun suitable for ages 5 - 10. To avoid disappointment booking is essential.
Spinners Mill Ghost Hunt
Spinners Mill Ghost Hunt
Join Paranormal Places UK on a ghost hunting event at Leigh Spinners Mill in company with Frank Humphries, presenter and producer of Paranormal Minds TV as we step into the ghostly world of Leigh Spinners Mill.
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Snowdrop Sunday
Snowdrop Sunday
Self guided walk through Cabin Wood to see the stunning display of snowdrops. Refreshments available in the Cabin Cafe, limited car parking available, free event, donations welcome. Well behaved dogs on leads are welcome.
The Cat in the Hat
The Cat in the Hat
Gamboling Arena presents a hilarious production of the Dr. Seuss classic! Tickets £7 on 07709 766108.
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Bird Box Making
Bird Box Making
Have a go at making a bird box with the rangers. Boxes are £2.50 to take home or free to leave at the park. Meet at Treeface Café.
Free February Family Half Term Fun
Free February Family Half Term Fun
Free Family February Half Term Fun at Spinning Gate Shopping Centre, Leigh From Monday 17 February – Friday 21 February, 11am – 3m daily, free children's craft workshops Visit https://www.spinninggate.co.uk/february-half-term-free-family-fun/ for further information
Quaker Burial Grounds
Quaker Burial Grounds
Speaker Chris Skidmore presents a talk that describes the history of Quaker burial practices over the past 350 years using a number of specific examples from the north of England. Visitors £3.00. Students free of charge
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Squirrel Spotting
Squirrel Spotting
Hear top tips for spotting the famous red squirrels, build a giant drey and learn more about the eating habits of local wildlife. You can also make your own squirrel souvenir to take home. Tickets £3 on 03442 491895.
Friends’ Monthly Talk
Friends’ Monthly Talk
Informative and fun talk by Stuart McNulty 'A Brief History of Liverpool and the Humour of its People'. £1 donation requested. refreshments available from 10am. No need to book.
Free Dog Chipping
Free Dog Chipping
Dogs Trust perform free basic health checks and microchipping for dogs, as well as providing resources for dog training, diet, neutering and care. All breeds welcome, puppies under 6 months must have proof of vaccination.
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Rails to the Lancashire Coast.
Rails to the Lancashire Coast.
The Friends of Eccleston Library are promoting an illustrated talk by local historian, Steve Williams. There will also be a wide selection of quality secondhand railway and transport books for sale (not ex-Library stock). Free entry but pre-booking at the library is recommended.
The Spine Play
The Spine Play
A new play about goals, brotherhood and the football academy system – Kyle, Liam and Hakeem are all reaching for the same golden contract into the premier league, but institutional racism and toxic masculinity take their toll. Tickets bookable at the venue.
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Curtain Up!
Curtain Up!
Curtain Up! is the hilarious story of five women who inherit equal shares in a dilapidated theatre and plan to bring it back to life again. However, not everything goes according to plan, and our spirited ladies must do everything they can to prevent their audience from realising that something’s gone wrong!
Mambo Jambo
Mambo Jambo
Acoustic roots duo Mambo Jambo present a joyous mash-up of styles, including percussion using suitcases and spoons! Tickets £5 from the venue.
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Tabletop Sale
Tabletop Sale
Grab a bargain with the Social Committee of St. Wilfrid’s, or shift some pre-loved items! Tables cost £7 and can be booked on 01257 422538. Refreshments available throughout.
Fundraising Evening
Fundraising Evening
Help raise money for Mind with a fun night of dancing and a delicious meal, plus a raffle and talk from guest speaker Michael Lawrence. Tickets £25 on 01695 624426.
Charity Ball
Charity Ball
Help raise money for Macmillan Cancer Support with a night of live entertainment, a delicious 3-course meal and a charity auction! Tickets £30 from the venue, dress to impress.
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Burscough Wetlands Walk
Burscough Wetlands Walk
Join the Rangers on a walk around Burscough, Mere Sands Wood and Martin Mere, finding out more about the area’s wildlife. Free to attend.
Veganfest Mellor 2020
Veganfest Mellor 2020
Plant power! Join us at VeganFest Mellor, a family friendly event that supports compassionate cuisine and sustainability. A warm welcome awaits the curious & committed. What will you find? The very best Vegan & Gluten Free cuisine, local handcrafted items, original art, ethically sourced gifts & vegan health advice. Where is it? Mellor Village Hall,...
Barn Dance and Ceili
Barn Dance and Ceili
Barn Dance and Ceili at Liverpool Irish Centre on Sunday afternoon 23rd February at 2pm starring Michael Coyne. Adults £6, children £3. A fun afternoon and everyone is welcome. A coach will be leaving from Crosby but must be pre-booked. For tickets and coach contact: Sr. Catherine. 07486131930 Book early to avoid disappointment! Bar and...
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Flower Arranging Demonstration
Flower Arranging Demonstration
Maghull and District Flower Club host a flower arranging presentation by Anne Houghton from Heswall. Monday 24th February at 7.30pm £5 including tea and biscuits. Raffle We are a friendly club and promise an entertaining and informative evening and if you would like to join as a member you would be very welcome. For further...
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Wayfarers Chorus Rehearsals
Wayfarers Chorus Rehearsals
The Wayfarers Chorus is an all male acapella and Barbershop chorus based in Birkdale. We practice every Tuesday evening and new members are always welcome. If you enjoy singing why not come along, have a chat and see what we get up to. There is also a ladies chorus called Just Voices, who are based...
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TV Trance Mission
TV Trance Mission
Enjoy an 80s-themed comedy musical presented by the Willpower Youth Theatre! Tickets £7 per adult or £6 concessions, bookable on 01942 745082.
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Newton Le Willows Gardeners’ Association
Newton Le Willows Gardeners’ Association
Talk & Demonstration. Marcus Chilton-Jones, the Curator of the new RHS Garden Bridgewater, will show the plans and explain the progress from the viewpoint of a horticulturaist specialist perspective.
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Writers’ Weekend in Southport
A Writers' Weekend For You! Friday 28th February 2020 to Sunday 1st March 2020 Got a cherished dream to write and be published? This weekend will give you practical guidance and encouragement to get started. It’s also for those who have already started but need to know the next step. A weekend not to be...
Weight Watchers Workshop Standish Opening
Weight Watchers Workshop Standish Opening
Coming to Standish Methodist Church and opening on Friday 28th February at 10am your WW (Formerly Weight Watchers) Workshop. If you're looking to lose weight and feel great amongst like minded people with lots of help and support come along! A warm welcome guaranteed.
Mossy Lea Crafters
Mossy Lea Crafters
Fortnightly meetings on the 2nd and 4th Friday of the month. Come along to our friendly group to make friends, learn new crafts or just to have a cuppa and a chat! All welcome.
Cocktail Quiz Night
Cocktail Quiz Night
Enjoy great food, fun cocktails and a challenging quiz to raise money for Greenslate Farm! Tickets £13.50 at www.greenslatefarm.org.uk
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The Chicago Teddy Bears Society Jazzband
The Chicago Teddy Bears Society Jazzband
An evening of great music and plenty of fun as the Chicago Teddy Bears return to The Arts Centre.