Local Life 247

Gardens Talk
2020-02-13 19:30 - 21:00 UTC
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.

Quaker Burial Grounds
2020-02-17 19:30 - 21:00 | Four Lane Ends Mission, Skelmersdale Road, Bickerstaffe, Ormskirk, L39 0EZ
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

Squirrel Spotting
2020-02-18 10:00 - 11:00
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
2020-02-18 10:30 - 11:30
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.

Rails to the Lancashire Coast.
2020-02-20 18:00 - 19:30
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.

Flower Arranging Demonstration
2020-02-24 19:30 - 21:00
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 information telephone Pauline 0151 526 5755 or Sue 0151 526 6869.
St. George’s Social Centre, Station Road, Maghull, L31 3DF

Newton Le Willows Gardeners' Association
2020-02-27 19:30 - 21:30
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.

Writers' Weekend in Southport
2020-02-28 16:00 - 2020-03-01 15:00 | The Bowden Lodge, 18 Albert Road, Southport, PR9 0LE
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 missed.
Day Attendees £130 including meal or from £214pp course fees and full board.
www.bowdenlodge.co.uk 01704 543531

Mafia to Minister Talk
2020-03-01 10:30 - 12:30
Nigael Lewis, an atheist for 35 years, thought the Mafia could help him reach his goals – then he encountered God. Come and hear his amazing testimony; more details on 01695 623212.

Meet Andy Briggs
2020-03-01 18:00 - 21:00
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.

The Crystal Palace & Great Exhibition
2020-03-02 19:30 - 21:00
Speaker David Hill presents a talk on the planning and building of the amazing Crystal Palace and the world’s first international exhibition.
Visitors £3.00
Students free of charge

'Japan and Beyond' Talk & Presentation
2020-03-02 19:45 - 22:00
Southport Photographic Society have invited award winning Alan and Julie Walker to share their knowledge and passion for landscape and nature photography. Their talk/presentation captures wildlife in the cold and snow in Japan, dusty Kalahari Desert, Polar Bears in Canada and Snow Hares in Scottish Cairngorms. Price on the Door £4.00 inc. tea/coffee and biscuits. Please come along and join us.

Howard Pool on George Gershwin's Music
2020-03-03 14:00 - 16:00
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

Friends' Special Event
2020-03-03 14:30 - 15:30
‘Local Astronomers: Jeremiah Horrocks and William Lassell’ by Southport Astronomy Society. Learn about these two celebrated local astronomers, including account of visit to Carr House Bretherton, where the young Jeremiah Horrocks observed the Transit of Venus. Free, no need to book. Small donation requested for refreshments.

Lathom Park Trust AGM with Guest Speaker
2020-03-03 19:30 - 22:00 | The Ellerbrook Suite, Briars Hall, Briars Lane, Lathom near Ormskirk, L40 5TH
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.

Becconsall Flower Club - March Meeting
2020-03-03 19:30 - 22:00
Flower demonstration – ‘Root and Branch’ by Derek Morgan of Morecambe.
We are a friendly club and visitors are always welcome.

Canal History Talk at Wigan U3A Meeting
2020-03-04 10:00 - 12:00
Our guest speaker is William Froggatt, NW heritage adviser for the Canal and River Trust. His talk is ‘Construction of Leeds & Liverpool Canal – the Wigan section’.
Wigan U3A brings together retired local people to share their interests and enjoy volunteer-led activities at a variety of local venues.
Prospective members are welcome to attend two sessions before joining, so why not come and see what we’re all about! Tea and coffee £1 per cup.

Vindolanda Talk
2020-03-04 19:00 - 21:00
Hear about the recent excavations of the Roman Fort at Vindolanda with Andrew Birley and the Wigan Archaeological Society. Tickets £5 on Eventbrite or on 01257 402342.

Crawford Family Talk
2020-03-05 13:00 - 14:00
Ripton Lindsay gives a talk on the Lindsay family, exploring the life of Alexander Lindsay, 23rd Earl of Crawford. Entry £3, bookable on 01942 828128.

Meet the Author: Ian McFadyen
2020-03-05 18:30 - 19:30
Liverpool-born crime author Ian McFadyen discusses his latest book ‘Blood on His Hands’. Free, tickets bookable at the venue.

Postcards from Skelmersdale
2020-03-05 19:00 - 21:00
Local historian George Orr discusses his collection of Skelmersdale postcards. Entry £1 for non-members of Skelmersdale Heritage Society, places must be booked via Facebook.

Wigan Canal History Walk
2020-03-07 10:00 - 14:30 | Wigan Dry Dock, Waterside Drive, Wigan, WN3 5BA
﻿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 in total. Wear stout shoes, and waterproofs in case of rain, and bring a drink and bite to eat if you like. Dogs on a lead are welcome.

Model Railway Exhibition
2020-03-07 10:00 - 16:30
Enjoy an exhibition of model railways, with free vintage bus rides between the show and the Museum of Road Transport! Entry £5 per adult or £3 per child, more info at www.rainhillmrc.org.uk

Wedding Fayre
2020-03-08 12:00 | Mercure St Helens, Linkway West, St Helens, WA10 1NG
Receive complimentary glass of bubbly and canapés on arrival. Free admission and parking, plus a bridal and Mother of the Bride catwalk show at 1:30pm, and many more local suppliers.

Egyptology Talk
2020-03-10 10:00 - 11:00
Bill Nolan discusses Hatshepsut, the fifth pharaoh of the 18th Dynasty of Egypt, in relation to Women’s History Month. Free entry.

Parbold Wildlife Group Meeting
2020-03-10 19:30 | The Red Lion, Newburgh, Red Lion Hotel, 9 Ash Brow, Newburgh, Wigan, WN8 7DH
The next meeting of Parbold Wildlife Group will be held on Tuesday 10th March from 19.30 in the upstairs meeting room at the Red Lion, Newburgh. The main event will be a talk by Andy Rowett (Lancashire Wildlife Trust) on Red Squirrels.
Do join us for this talk and find out how this delightful species has declined, and how conservationists are working to protect the remaining populations. Members: Free, Non-Members: £2

Ladies Style & Confidence Event
2020-03-14 10:00 - 14:00 | Rainford Village Hall, Church Rd, Rainford, WA11 8HB
Sat 14th March 10-2
Another fun and informative event dedicated to boosting your personal style and confidence with Gina Dobson, Colour & Style Consultant and Sandra Edwards Life Coach.
Learn how to create a confident mindset, find out which colours suit you best and styles that flatter.
Booking essential
Tickets £30 (including light refreshments) from Gina 07598367552 or Sandra 07721498230
Rainford Village Hall, Church Rd, WA11 8HB

Local History Meeting
2020-03-14 13:00 - 15:30
Learn more about the history of North Meols over a brew! Bring along old photos, postcards, newspaper cuttings or anything else pertaining to local history and enjoy a friendly chat.

Friends' Monthly Talk
2020-03-17 10:30 - 11:30
‘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.

Galloway's Tech Drop-In
2020-03-18 09:30 - 12:30
Galloways Society for the Blind Technology Help drop-in – An event to help people living with sight loss gain confidence in the use of technology that can help everyday life.
We can help with phones, tablets and software queries.
Suitable for all age groups.
This event is free, no ticket required.
