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DTSTART:20190101T000000
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190924T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190924T210000
DTSTAMP:20260422T091502
CREATED:20190816T100324Z
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UID:13009-1569346200-1569358800@www.locallife247.co.uk
SUMMARY:From Ireland to Greenbank Talk
DESCRIPTION:Discover how the Irish ended up in St. Helens: from the potato famine to their arrival in this local history talk. Voluntary contribution of £2 per person requested.
URL:https://www.locallife247.co.uk/event/from-ireland-to-greenbank-talk/
CATEGORIES:Area - St Helens,Exhibitions & Talks,Heritage
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190923T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190923T160000
DTSTAMP:20260422T091502
CREATED:20190830T104212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190830T104212Z
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SUMMARY:Meet the Author: Ted Dakin
DESCRIPTION:Local author Ted Dakin transports you back in time with stories about growing up in Wigan from his Wigan Pier series. Free entry.
URL:https://www.locallife247.co.uk/event/meet-the-author-ted-dakin/
CATEGORIES:Area - Wigan,Arts & Music,Exhibitions & Talks
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190917T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190917T203000
DTSTAMP:20260422T091502
CREATED:20190815T144851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190815T144851Z
UID:12998-1568746800-1568752200@www.locallife247.co.uk
SUMMARY:Ashton Coal Mining Talk
DESCRIPTION:This historical talk discusses Ashton-in-Makerfield’s coal mining heritage from 1500-1900\, particularly the large collieries at Garswood Hall\, Bryn Hall and Park Colliery. Entry £3.
URL:https://www.locallife247.co.uk/event/ashton-coal-mining-talk/
CATEGORIES:Area - St Helens,Area - Wigan,Exhibitions & Talks,Heritage
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190903T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190903T210000
DTSTAMP:20260422T091502
CREATED:20190816T100608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190816T100608Z
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SUMMARY:Meet the Author: Mary Paulson-Ellis
DESCRIPTION:Bestselling author of The Other Mrs. Walker Mary Paulson-Ellis will discuss her new novel\, answer audience questions and sign copies of her books. Tickets £6 including drink on entry and £5 redeemable against a book from ebb & flo bookshop or on Eventbrite.
URL:https://www.locallife247.co.uk/event/meet-the-author-mary-paulson-ellis/
CATEGORIES:Arts & Music,Exhibitions & Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190902T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190902T160000
DTSTAMP:20260422T091502
CREATED:20190809T145529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190809T145529Z
UID:12963-1567432800-1567440000@www.locallife247.co.uk
SUMMARY:Wigan Civic Trust Humphry Repton Talk
DESCRIPTION:Welcome return of Gareth Williams\, Curator at Weston Park in Shropshire\, to give an entertaining and erudite talk on Humphry Repton\, last of great English Landscape designers of 18th Century. Everyone welcome and free to attend although donations will be appreciated to cover costs\, at 2pm in Mercure Wigan Oak Hotel\, WN1 3SS.
URL:https://www.locallife247.co.uk/event/wigan-civic-trust-humphry-repton-talk/
CATEGORIES:Area - All North West,Area - Wigan,Exhibitions & Talks
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190825T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190825T170000
DTSTAMP:20260422T091502
CREATED:20190704T131554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190704T131554Z
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SUMMARY:Ormskirk Motorfest
DESCRIPTION:Check out a great selection of cars old and new including fast Fords\, British classics and emergency service vehicles. The Concours D’Elegance – a static display of over 300 cars – will be in attendance\, plus food\, drinks and displays throughout.
URL:https://www.locallife247.co.uk/event/ormskirk-motorfest/
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions & Talks,Fetes & Festivals
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190816T123000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190816T133000
DTSTAMP:20260422T091502
CREATED:20190522T152529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190522T152529Z
UID:12350-1565958600-1565962200@www.locallife247.co.uk
SUMMARY:Female Reform Union & Peterloo Talk
DESCRIPTION:Yvonne Eckersley presents a talk on Leigh and Wigan’s female reform unions and Peterloo. On this day in 1819 60\,000 people walked to St. Peter’s Field in support of political reform\, and within half an hour at least 15 of them were dead. Tickets £3 including refreshments\, bookable on 01942 828128.
URL:https://www.locallife247.co.uk/event/female-reform-union-peterloo-talk/
CATEGORIES:Area - Wigan,Exhibitions & Talks,Heritage
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190808T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190808T200000
DTSTAMP:20260422T091502
CREATED:20190620T150225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190620T150225Z
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SUMMARY:Evening with Milly Johnson
DESCRIPTION:Bestselling author Milly Johnson discusses what life as a writer is really like\, and chats about her latest novel. Tickets £6\, £5 for library members or £3 concessions\, including refreshments and a free prize draw.
URL:https://www.locallife247.co.uk/event/evening-with-milly-johnson/
CATEGORIES:Area - St Helens,Arts & Music,Exhibitions & Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190808T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190808T124500
DTSTAMP:20260422T091502
CREATED:20190704T125510Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190704T125510Z
UID:12633-1565265600-1565268300@www.locallife247.co.uk
SUMMARY:Family Yoga Session
DESCRIPTION:Have a go at yoga at a fun taster session – loose\, comfortable clothing recommended\, suitable for children aged 4-12. Free\, places bookable at the library.
URL:https://www.locallife247.co.uk/event/family-yoga-session/
CATEGORIES:Child Friendly,Exhibitions & Talks,Sports
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190803T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190803T120000
DTSTAMP:20260422T091502
CREATED:20190628T144604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190628T144604Z
UID:12589-1564830000-1564833600@www.locallife247.co.uk
SUMMARY:Meet the Author: Priya Thomas
DESCRIPTION:Local author Priya Thomas discusses her delightful Spanish language books and puppets\, as well as introducing you to some Spanish culture! Suitable for children aged 5-12\, free entry.
URL:https://www.locallife247.co.uk/event/meet-the-author-priya-thomas/
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions & Talks
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190802T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190802T120000
DTSTAMP:20260422T091502
CREATED:20190704T125154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190704T125154Z
UID:12629-1564740000-1564747200@www.locallife247.co.uk
SUMMARY:Family Gardening Session
DESCRIPTION:Come and earn a SCART badge in this hands-on gardening session! Plant seeds\, learn about bees and get your hands dirty! Suitable for children aged 4-12 and their families; free\, but booking required at the library.
URL:https://www.locallife247.co.uk/event/family-gardening-session/
CATEGORIES:Child Friendly,Exhibitions & Talks,Outdoors,Seasonal
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190727T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190727T170000
DTSTAMP:20260422T091502
CREATED:20190704T124622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190704T124622Z
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SUMMARY:Chorley Flower Show
DESCRIPTION:Lancashire’s biggest amateur gardening competition brings floral experts together\, along with an abundance of family entertainment\, live music and stunning show gardens. Tickets £10 per adult or £1.50 per child.
URL:https://www.locallife247.co.uk/event/chorley-flower-show/
CATEGORIES:Area - All North West,Exhibitions & Talks,Fetes & Festivals,Outdoors,Seasonal
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190726T213000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190726T230000
DTSTAMP:20260422T091502
CREATED:20190522T151625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190620T150117Z
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SUMMARY:Bat Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join the Friends of St. Helens Cemetery and the Rangers for a guided walk through the cemetery using bat detectors! Learn about habitat changes\, site management and bat life cycles – bring your torches! Booking available on friendsofsthelenscemetery@gmail.com
URL:https://www.locallife247.co.uk/event/bat-walk-4/
CATEGORIES:Area - St Helens,Exhibitions & Talks,Outdoors
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190720T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190720T163000
DTSTAMP:20260422T091502
CREATED:20190704T124819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190704T124819Z
UID:12622-1563618600-1563640200@www.locallife247.co.uk
SUMMARY:999 Family Fun Day
DESCRIPTION:An emergency services fun day\, with representatives from various organisations showing you the tools of the trade! There’ll be old fashioned fire engines and ambulances\, a fire engine experience\, an inflatable obstacle course and live music! Free entry but must be booked on Eventbrite. Park & ride available from Runshaw Adult College car park.
URL:https://www.locallife247.co.uk/event/999-family-fun-day/
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions & Talks,Fetes & Festivals
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190718T123000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190718T133000
DTSTAMP:20260422T091502
CREATED:20190522T152054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190522T152054Z
UID:12343-1563453000-1563456600@www.locallife247.co.uk
SUMMARY:Ballads & Songs of Peterloo
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Alison Morgan presents a talk based on her collection of poems and ballads of the Peterloo Masacre in 1819. Free entry\, places bookable on 01942 828128.
URL:https://www.locallife247.co.uk/event/ballads-songs-of-peterloo/
CATEGORIES:Area - Wigan,Exhibitions & Talks,Heritage
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190707T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190707T150000
DTSTAMP:20260422T091502
CREATED:20190620T150417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190620T150417Z
UID:12543-1562508000-1562511600@www.locallife247.co.uk
SUMMARY:Nurses in WWI Talk
DESCRIPTION:WWI historian and author Sue Robinson presents a talk on Nurses on the Front during the Great War. Entry £2.50 – for more info\, visit www.chorleyinthegreatwar.org.uk
URL:https://www.locallife247.co.uk/event/nurses-in-wwi-talk/
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions & Talks,Heritage
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190703T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190703T110000
DTSTAMP:20260422T091503
CREATED:20190510T102744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190510T102744Z
UID:12219-1562148000-1562151600@www.locallife247.co.uk
SUMMARY:Stress Free Talk
DESCRIPTION:Bestselling author Dean Fraser presents a talk on reducing everyday stress\, plus an informal Q&A session and book signing. Free entry.
URL:https://www.locallife247.co.uk/event/stress-free-talk/
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions & Talks
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190624T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190624T140000
DTSTAMP:20260422T091503
CREATED:20190515T150228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190515T150228Z
UID:12290-1561381200-1561384800@www.locallife247.co.uk
SUMMARY:Peterloo Talk
DESCRIPTION:Professor Robert Poole presents an illustrated talk on the Peterloo Massacre of 1819 200 years on. Free entry\, places bookable on 01942 827621.
URL:https://www.locallife247.co.uk/event/peterloo-talk/
CATEGORIES:Area - Wigan,Exhibitions & Talks,Heritage
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190620T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190620T220000
DTSTAMP:20260422T091503
CREATED:20190515T150128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190515T150128Z
UID:12288-1561059000-1561068000@www.locallife247.co.uk
SUMMARY:Killer Confessions
DESCRIPTION:Paul Harrison – one of the first British policemen to work with the FBI Behavioural Science Unit – talks about his career profiling\, researching and interacting with American serial killers. Gain insight into the psyches of the world’s most infamous murderers. Tickets £20\, bookable on 01942 770432.
URL:https://www.locallife247.co.uk/event/killer-confessions/
CATEGORIES:Area - Wigan,Exhibitions & Talks
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190615T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190615T160000
DTSTAMP:20260422T091503
CREATED:20190322T101533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190322T101533Z
UID:11859-1560607200-1560614400@www.locallife247.co.uk
SUMMARY:Wildflower Walk
DESCRIPTION:Explore the beautiful wildflower meadows with local expert Dave Earl\, and learn about everything from orchids to lesser centaury. Tickets £7 for adults\, £3.50 for children or £6 for Friends of Mere Sands Wood.
URL:https://www.locallife247.co.uk/event/wildflower-walk/
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions & Talks,Outdoors
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190613T123000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190613T133000
DTSTAMP:20260422T091503
CREATED:20190515T145859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190515T145859Z
UID:12283-1560429000-1560432600@www.locallife247.co.uk
SUMMARY:Courts\, Crimes & Constables Talk
DESCRIPTION:Marianne Howell presents a talk on the history of crime and punishment through the ages\, including the Lancashire Police. Entrance £3 including refreshments.
URL:https://www.locallife247.co.uk/event/courts-crimes-constables-talk/
CATEGORIES:Area - Wigan,Exhibitions & Talks,Heritage
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190610T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190610T223000
DTSTAMP:20260422T091503
CREATED:20190322T100543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190322T100543Z
UID:11842-1560195000-1560205800@www.locallife247.co.uk
SUMMARY:Evening with Sir Michael Parkinson
DESCRIPTION:The nation’s favourite interviewer relives moments from his remarkable career. In conversation with his son Mike\, Parkinson presents a night of reflective and celebratory entertainment. Tickets £26-£33.
URL:https://www.locallife247.co.uk/event/evening-with-sir-michael-parkinson/
CATEGORIES:Area - St Helens,Exhibitions & Talks,Theatre & Film
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190609T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190609T150000
DTSTAMP:20260422T091503
CREATED:20190322T101430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190322T101430Z
UID:11857-1560078000-1560092400@www.locallife247.co.uk
SUMMARY:Feather Fest
DESCRIPTION:Get up close and personal with birds of prey\, along with a fun dog show\, children’s games\, a bouncy castle and plenty of stalls. Hot food available. Admission costs £3 for adults or £1.50 for children.
URL:https://www.locallife247.co.uk/event/feather-fest/
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions & Talks,Fetes & Festivals
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190604T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190604T200000
DTSTAMP:20260422T091503
CREATED:20190515T143239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190515T143239Z
UID:12244-1559671200-1559678400@www.locallife247.co.uk
SUMMARY:'The Curry Guy' Cooking Demonstration
DESCRIPTION:‘The Curry Guy’ Dan Toombs presents a mouth-watering cooking demonstration of a vegetarian take on classic Indian dishes. He’ll also be signing copies of his latest cookbook. Tickets £16 including tasters and Dan’s book\, available from Ebb & Flo Bookshop or on Eventbrite.
URL:https://www.locallife247.co.uk/event/the-curry-guy-cooking-demonstration/
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions & Talks,Food & Drinks
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190604T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190604T150000
DTSTAMP:20260422T091503
CREATED:20190322T100442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190322T100442Z
UID:11839-1559653200-1559660400@www.locallife247.co.uk
SUMMARY:Butterfly Survey
DESCRIPTION:The Ranger service lead you around the park\, showing you how to identify and record species of butterfly. You’ll learn about migration patterns\, life cycles and conservation. For more info\, call 01744 678073.
URL:https://www.locallife247.co.uk/event/butterfly-survey/
CATEGORIES:Area - St Helens,Exhibitions & Talks,Outdoors
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190602T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190602T130000
DTSTAMP:20260422T091503
CREATED:20190520T094230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190520T094230Z
UID:12316-1559473200-1559480400@www.locallife247.co.uk
SUMMARY:Cemetery Heritage Tour
DESCRIPTION:The Friends of St. Helens Cemetery host a heritage walking tour – visit the graves of notable people including local sportsmen\, military heroes and industrialists. £2 per walker\, meet in the car park.
URL:https://www.locallife247.co.uk/event/cemetery-heritage-tour/
CATEGORIES:Area - St Helens,Exhibitions & Talks,Heritage,Outdoors
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190531T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190531T140000
DTSTAMP:20260422T091503
CREATED:20190322T102129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190322T102129Z
UID:11870-1559296800-1559311200@www.locallife247.co.uk
SUMMARY:Big & Little Trains Show
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a railway exhibition with the Chorley & District Model Railway Club and build some models! All materials supplied\, and refreshments available.
URL:https://www.locallife247.co.uk/event/big-little-trains-show/
CATEGORIES:Clubs & Societies,Exhibitions & Talks
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190525T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190525T160000
DTSTAMP:20260422T091503
CREATED:20190417T150535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190417T150535Z
UID:12107-1558778400-1558800000@www.locallife247.co.uk
SUMMARY:Rainhill Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:Rainhill Civic Society present a display of film\, photographs and other memorabilia from the village’s 1979 anniversary proceedings. Free entry.
URL:https://www.locallife247.co.uk/event/rainhill-exhibition/
CATEGORIES:Area - St Helens,Exhibitions & Talks,Heritage
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190524T203000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190524T223000
DTSTAMP:20260422T091503
CREATED:20190409T120154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190409T120154Z
UID:12006-1558729800-1558737000@www.locallife247.co.uk
SUMMARY:Nocturnal Nature
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy nature at night as you look for the signs\, sights and sounds of nocturnal nature including owls\, bats and moths. Dogs welcome on non-extendable leads\, parking charges apply. Tickets free\, but must be booked on Eventbrite\, meet at the Kitchen Courtyard.
URL:https://www.locallife247.co.uk/event/nocturnal-nature/
CATEGORIES:Area - Wigan,Exhibitions & Talks,Outdoors
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190521T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190521T220000
DTSTAMP:20260422T091503
CREATED:20190312T093913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190312T093913Z
UID:11699-1558467000-1558476000@www.locallife247.co.uk
SUMMARY:Evening with Maxine Peake
DESCRIPTION:TV and film personality Maxine Peake takes questions about her career\, from her upbringing in Westhoughton to her recent film role Peterloo\, with musical entertainment and supper. Tickets £15 from 01942 244309\, 07964 122114 or 07570 414640.
URL:https://www.locallife247.co.uk/event/evening-with-maxine-peake/
CATEGORIES:Area - Wigan,Exhibitions & Talks,Theatre & Film
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