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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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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...
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.
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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.
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Meet Andy Briggs
Meet Andy Briggs
Author and film director Andy Briggs presents a talk about his career path and a screening of his critically acclaimed film Crowhurst, followed by a Q&A. Tickets £3-£5 at www.southportbijoucinema.co.uk or from the venue.
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Ladies That Bus – Theatre Show
Ladies That Bus – Theatre Show
A heart-warming and hilarious comedy of journeys taken and not taken, of regrets and celebrations, and what it means to be free… Based on real-life interviews with bus travellers in the North and peppered with humour, songs and original music, it shows a day-in-the life of the Route 555 bus to Keswick, and the kaleidoscope...
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Howard Pool on George Gershwin’s Music
Howard Pool on George Gershwin’s Music
Tuesday, March 5, 2pm Howard Pool, with slides, will give a talk on George Gershwin and his music. Visitors are very welcome. Southport Over-50 Friendship Centre, Lord St. West United Church Hall, Southport, PR8 2BH
Lathom Park Trust AGM with Guest Speaker
Lathom Park Trust AGM with Guest Speaker
Lathom Park Trust will hold the 17th AGM on Tuesday 3rd March 2020. The guest speaker is a community curator from the Shakespeare Theatre North project at Prescot. Admission is free to members and guests are welcome for a small (£1 donation). The talk will commence at the conclusion of the AGM business, approx 8pm.
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Baby and Toddler Bounce and Rhyme
Baby and Toddler Bounce and Rhyme
Bring your little ones to Baby Bounce and Rhyme and join in with nursery rhymes, songs and movement. Burscough Library provides a friendly atmosphere where you can meet other parents and carers. Don't forget to bring your singing voices! Every Thursday during term time. Free Entry. 10.45am to 11.15am
Lenten Organ Recital
Lenten Organ Recital
Lenten Organ Recital at Ormskirk Street United Reformed Church, King Street, St Helens WA10 2JZ. Thursday 5th March performed by Peter and Carol Kwater. Meal served at 6.00pm and recital begins at 7.30. Tickets £10.00 0174428314 ormskirkstreet@btconnect.com
Meet the Author: Ian McFadyen
Meet the Author: Ian McFadyen
Liverpool-born crime author Ian McFadyen discusses his latest book ‘Blood on His Hands’. Free, tickets bookable at the venue.
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Danielle Louise Thomas
Danielle Louise Thomas
An evening of music from Danielle Louise Thomas and Liverpool Cathedral’s Gilbert Scott Singers. Tickets £6 including hotpot supper, with proceeds to Prescot Festival, on 07762 607618 or prescotfestival@gmail.com
More Than Musicals
More Than Musicals
A theatrical show starring Richard Barry and Kimberly Russell, with classic musical songs, Italian favourites and more. Tickets £10 on 07764 770232 or 01704 578003.
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International Women’s Day Afternoon Tea
International Women’s Day Afternoon Tea
Celebrate International Women’s Day with a delicious afternoon tea and entertainment from Rainford Ladies Choir. Tickets £12.50 on 01942 270159 with proceeds to local charities.
Soul Town Divas Party Night
Soul Town Divas Party Night
Bringing you the very best soul and Motown classics from acts such as The Supremes, Aretha Franklin, Etta James and many more. This show oozes sophistication, class and charisma with personality and vocals to match. Event includes: 3 course meal, live entertainment, disco with DJ & bar service. £28.50 PER PERSON
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Cafe Jam at Ormskirk Street URC
Cafe Jam at Ormskirk Street URC
Café Jam at Ormskirk street United Reformed Church. Sunday 8th March 6.30pm Café Jam worship event. Come and enjoy cakes and drinks , meet friends and make new ones . For all those who love to sing of any ability or just come to listen. ALL WELCOME..... No charge
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One Act Comedies
One Act Comedies
Ormskirk Theatre Company present ‘Let’s Be ‘Avin’ You!’ and ‘Funeral Tea’, two one-act domestic comedies. Tickets £10 from the venue or on TicketSource.
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Art Spoon Carving with Giles Newman
Art Spoon 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 art spoon with the simple and easy to learn knife techniques. Encompassing the whole process of art spoon carving from sustainable wood selection and design principles to knife work, detailing and finishing. Suitable for...
Lancashire Youth Orchestra Alumni Come and Play Day
Lancashire Youth Orchestra Alumni Come and Play Day
As part of the Lancashire Youth Orchestra’s 50th birthday celebrations, we are inviting anyone who has been a past member of the Lancashire Youth (or previously Schools) Symphony Orchestra for a come and play day. Led by our current Music Director, Helen Harrison (who is herself an LYSO alumni) and playing alongside members of the...
Charity Ball
Charity Ball
Raise money for Woodlands Animal Sanctuary’s 15th birthday with a 3-course meal, drinks and live music. Tickets £39.50 on 01704 823293.
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Friends’ Monthly Talk
Friends’ Monthly Talk
'Historic Graffiti - The Writing's On the Wall' by Dr. Colin Penney, Senior Museum manager, Lancaster. £1 donation requested. refreshments available from 10am. No need to book.
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Evening with Joanna Trollope
Evening with Joanna Trollope
Bestselling author Joanna Trollope discusses her new book ‘Mum & Dad’, followed by a Q&A and book signing. Tickets £20 including a book or £10 ticket only on Eventbrite or from ebb & flo bookshop.
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Alice in Wonderland
Alice in Wonderland
Wigan Little Theatre’s Youth Theatre present the Lewis Carroll novel adapted for stage! Curiouser and curiouser! Tickets £10-£12 on 01942 242561.
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Instagramming the Apocalypse
Instagramming the Apocalypse
A satirical look into anxiety and the strange era we’re living in – who do you trust when the news is fake and global politics is a joke? Tickets £6 for adults, £5 for library card holders or £3 concessions on Eventbrite or from the venue.
Musical Evening
Musical Evening
Join the Rotary Club of Formby for an evening of music featuring The Formby Country Folk, Folk Routes & Archie Rawson. Proceeds to International Water Projects. Tickets £7 on 01704 874438.
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Tea with Milly Johnson
Tea with Milly Johnson
Enjoy a delicious afternoon tea with bestselling author Milly Johnson. You’ll receive a copy of Milly’s new book and enjoy a buffet-style tea. Tickets £26 on 03333 445000.
Disco Bingo
Disco Bingo
A hilarious night of bingo and entertainment! Tickets £15 including pie and pea supper and bingo games, bookable on 07585 703443. Proceeds to Formby Cricket Club.
Bram Taylor Band – Folk Concert
Bram Taylor Band – Folk Concert
The Legendary Folk Singer Bram Taylor in concert at the iconic Spinners Mill Fundraising Concert in support of the development of Spinners Mill - Leigh
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Mothers Day Flower Workshop
Mothers Day Flower Workshop
Enjoy an evening out with Mum, and treat her to a flower workshop where Olive Owl Flowers will show you how to make a gorgeous hand-tied bouquet using fresh and dried flowers with a nude and blush colour palette. Tickets available on our website.
The Haunting
The Haunting
A spine-tingling play based on Dickens’ ghost stories! Tickets £10 on 07801 842983 or at formbylittletheatre.co.uk
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Lenten Organ Recital
Lenten Organ Recital
Lenten Organ Recital at Ormskirk Street United Reformed Church, King Street, St Helens WA10 2JZ Performed by Mr Will Jeys (Organ Scholar of Liverpool Cathedral) Meal served at 6.00pm and recital begins at 7.30pm Tickets £10.00 01744 28314 ormskirkstreet@btconnect.com
Author Talk: Chris Martin
Author Talk: Chris Martin
Local murder mystery author Chris Martin launches his first young adult novel, ‘Inky Stevens’! There’ll be a book signing and plenty of prizes to be won. Free places bookable on 01257 481816.
Aladdin
Aladdin
Trinity Players present Aladdin & His Wonderful Lamp later this month, in a pantomime penned by Peter Denyer. Head to old Peking where rags become riches, true love is tested and it takes more than three wishes to get a happy ending. Tickets cost £7.50 per adult and £5 per child, and are bookable from...
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Death of a Salesman
Death of a Salesman
A classic play about the downfall of the American Dream performed by Southport Dramatic Club. Tickets £10-£12 on 01704 530521 or 01704 530460.
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Come and Sing
Come and Sing
Join the Standish Chorale singing Handel’s Messiah parts 2 and 3! Admission £10 per singer, then £8-£10 per audience member or £2 for students, bookable on 07989 142686 or dotawalsh@blueyonder.co.uk Rehearsals 1:30pm-4:30pm, performance at 7:30pm.
Around the World in Music
Around the World in Music
Travel ‘Around the World in Music’ with the Southport Salvation Army Band and vocalist Bobby Irvine. Tickets £4 on 01704 547805.
Rock 4 Dementia – Hangar 34 Liverpool
Rock 4 Dementia – Hangar 34 Liverpool
Making Music To Make A Difference Rock 4 Dementia - a night full of live entertainment with 3 live bands and an auction of signed merchandise in aid of Dementia UK. Hangar 34 is a brilliant venue and we intend to pack it out for a great night - learn more about us and buy...