Local Life 247

Killer Confessions
2019-06-20 19:30 - 22:00 UTC
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.

Peterloo Talk
2019-06-24 13:00 - 14:00
Professor Robert Poole presents an illustrated talk on the Peterloo Massacre of 1819 200 years on. Free entry, places bookable on 01942 827621.

Stress Free Talk
2019-07-03 10:00 - 11:00
Bestselling author Dean Fraser presents a talk on reducing everyday stress, plus an informal Q&A session and book signing. Free entry.

Nurses in WWI Talk
2019-07-07 14:00 - 15:00
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

Ballads & Songs of Peterloo
2019-07-18 12:30 - 13:30
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.

999 Family Fun Day
2019-07-20 10:30 - 16:30
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.

Bat Walk
2019-07-26 21:30 - 23:00
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

Chorley Flower Show
2019-07-27 10:00 - 17:00
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.

Family Gardening Session
2019-08-02 10:00 - 12:00
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.

Meet the Author: Priya Thomas
2019-08-03 11:00 - 12:00
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.

Family Yoga Session
2019-08-08 12:00 - 12:45
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.

Evening with Milly Johnson
2019-08-08 18:00 - 20:00
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.

Female Reform Union & Peterloo Talk
2019-08-16 12:30 - 13:30
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.

Ormskirk Motorfest
2019-08-25 10:00 - 17:00
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.

Wigan Civic Trust Humphry Repton Talk
2019-09-02 14:00 - 16:00
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.

Meet the Author: Mary Paulson-Ellis
2019-09-03 19:30 - 21:00
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.

Ashton Coal Mining Talk
2019-09-17 19:00 - 20:30
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.

Meet the Author: Ted Dakin
2019-09-23 15:00 - 16:00
Local author Ted Dakin transports you back in time with stories about growing up in Wigan from his Wigan Pier series. Free entry.

From Ireland to Greenbank Talk
2019-09-24 17:30 - 21:00
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.

Mary O Shaughnessy Talk
2019-09-24 19:00 - 20:30
Babs Hennessy presents a talk on the nanny born in Ashton-in-Makerfield in 1898 who went on to aid local resistance in WWII and survive life in a concentration camp. Entry £3.

Meet the Author: Louis de Bernieres
2019-09-24 19:00 - 21:00
Meet world-famous author of Captain Corelli’s Mandolin and Birds Without Wings Louise de Bernieres. Tickets £12 from the library or on 07518 099528.

Blame It On The Beatles
2019-09-26 19:00 - 20:30
John Winter discusses and signs his book ‘Blame It On The Beatles… And Bill Shankly’, which traces the lives of teenagers growing up in Liverpool in the 1960s. Free, but booking required at the library.

Charity Sports Evening
2019-09-26 19:00 - 23:30
An evening with Colin Hendry and Mark Paterson, hosted by BBC Radio Lancashire’s Graham Liver, plus an appearance from comedian Stephen Cookson. Tickets £10 with proceeds to East Lancashire Hospice and funding a community defibrillator.

Stargazing Evening
2019-09-27 20:30 - 22:30
Explore the wonders of the night sky using telescopes with local astronomer Robert Ince. Tickets £15 per adult or £7.50 per child, bookable at www.gostargazing.co.uk

Binocular Open Day
2019-09-29 10:00 - 15:00
Come along to try out some binoculars and telescopes in order to appreciate the wildlife around you. Experienced birdwatchers will be on hand to help, and proceeds raised go towards conservation work at the reserve.

Mercure St Helens Wedding Fayre
2019-09-29 12:00 - 15:00
Come along to our Wedding Fayre, featuring some amazing local suppliers from venue dressers, men’s attire, photographers, entertainment, florists and much more.
Wedding Singer 1:30pm
Bridal Catwalk Show 2pm
Free Admission
Receive a complimentary glass of bubbly and canapes on arrival
Free Parking
***FANTASTIC OFFERS FOR BOOKINGS MADE ON THE DAY***

Buddhism for Daily Life
2019-10-01 19:00 - 20:00
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 on 07975829995 or Ann on 07870456277 for venue details, questions welcomed.

Fungi Walk
2019-10-05 10:00 - 13:00
Enjoy a fascinating botanical introduction to the wonderful world of Fungi at Formby. Tickets £5 on 01704 878591, meet at the noticeboard.

Dig Up Your Roots
2019-10-05 10:00 - 16:00
Ormskirk & District Family History Society host a one-day history event with representatives from various local organisations and guided history walks around the town centre.

Digital Marketing for Business
2019-10-07 15:00 - 16:00
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.
