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Vegan Fair
2019-11-03 11:00 - 16:30 UTC
Browse delicious vegan food stalls including vegan cheese, cake and hot food, plus get loads of information on veganism and animal rescues. Household goods and toiletries also available! Entry £1, children free.

Peppa Pig Storytime
2019-11-09 10:30 - 11:00
Ccome along with your little ones to enjoy Peppa Pig stories and colouring.

Mawdesley Christmas Fayre
2019-11-09 10:30 - 15:00
Admission: FREE – Wheelchair access – Light lunches available
Our 7th annual Christmas Fayre this year is again in support of Northwest Blood Bikes (Lancashire & Lakes). Enjoy the fun of Tombola, Bottle Dip, Chocolate Jar, Children’s Lucky Dips (all proceeds from these ticket sales to Northwest Blood Bikes). Come and visit the riders – and their bikes – in their information marquee.
There will also be decorative stalls where a wide range of quality gifts and Christmas cards will be on sale.
Special attractions: Face painting for children by qualified artist. Free colouring sheet & pencils for each child on arrival.

Remembrance Rocks at Spinning Gate
2019-11-09 11:00 - 15:00
Remembrance Rocks at Spinning Gate
Saturday 9 November, 11am – 3pm
Join us at Spinning Gate Shopping Centre for FREE rock decorating for Remembrance Sunday.
Once decorated, shoppers are invited to leave their rocks at their nearest war memorial to commemorate those who have lost their lives.

Christmas Fayre
2019-11-09 12:00 - 16:00
The Connect Centre would like to welcome this years Christmas Fayre! Our Christmas Fayre will include stalls such as sweets, stocking stuffers, Body Shop, FM perfumes, Childrens Clothing, Crafts and much more! Our Cafe will be open all day for Coffees, Teas and Mince Pies as well!

Christmas Jumble Sale
2019-11-09 14:00 - 17:00
The Famous Wrightington JUMBLE. is on, SATURDAY NOV 9th at ST JOSEPH’S HALL WRIGHTINGTON at 2pm The event is near Junction 27 of the M6 – WN6 9PA. As well as quality jumble we have good as new, books, toys, jewellery, Fairtrade Christmas cards and goods, Tombola, tea and coffees and the most delicious home made cakes and biscuits.
Admission is 50p, children free, with proceeds to Africa/Cafod. Come get a bargain, have fun and help the poorest.

Mellor VeganFest - 2019
2019-11-10 11:00 - 16:00
A compassionate day showcasing delicious foods, fair trade gifts & beautiful handmade items that are completely free of animal bi-products. Learn about plant based lifestyle, try samples & embrace a feeling of wellbeing.

Business Expo Wigan
2019-11-13 10:00 - 15:00
Launch Events NW are pleased to announce the introduction of a brand new event to their business expo portfolio, in partnership with the Greater Manchester Chamber of Commerce, Business Expo Wigan, provides businesses from Wigan and the surrounding area’s a chance to showcase their business and will take place on Wednesday 13th November 2019 at the DW Stadium.

Coal Mining History Talk
2019-11-14 12:30 - 13:30
A concise history of coal mining from the formation of coal 300 million years ago to the recent end of deep mining, presented by Alan Davies. Tickets £3 on 01942 828128.

Marketplace of Mental Health Support
2019-11-14 13:00 - 15:00
Wigan and Leigh Community Therapies Hub host regular Marketplaces of Mental Health Support in and around the Wigan and Leigh areas.
Come and talk to services in the area that can support mental health issues. Plus meet local dementia and carer support groups; health and educational services and many more. All welcome.

#TheosTribe Ladies Night
2019-11-15 19:00 - 23:59
Fundraise for #TheosTribe to help fight childhood cancer with a fun night of entertainment from hunky men and a hilarious drag act. Tickets £20 on 01695 624426.

Parbold Frost Fair 2019
2019-11-16 11:00 - 16:00
Join us for a traditional family Christmas with a contemporary twist. Hosted in the pretty village of Parbold this will be a “must go” destination for those seeking high quality handmade gifts. Discover original art, handcrafted items, one of a kind children’s toys, clothing designed & stitched by the maker, treat yourself to artisan produce, handmade chocolates, fully filled pies & beautiful sweet pastries. Free entry.

Dyslexia Association Drop-in Meetings
2019-11-19 19:00 - 21:00
St Helens & District Dyslexia Association meets at 7pm on the 3rd Tuesday of every month. It is a drop-in session for people to discuss any dyslexia related issue relating to children or adults. Staffed by volunteers with experience of dyslexia, either they themselves are dyslexic or they are teachers or psychologists. Ask at the reception desk Millennium Centre, Corporation Street, St Helens, WA10 1HJ. Tel: 08448849725, welcome@shadda.org.uk.

Lancashire Night
2019-11-21 19:30 - 22:30
Mark Dowding and Sid Calderbank present Tacklers’ Tales, with music, a quiz and hotpot supper. Bring your own drinks. Tickets £10 on 0300 123 6703 or from the library.

Ey Oop Campers
2019-11-22 19:30 - 22:00
Upholland & District U3A presents a lighthearted look at the fun, scheming and mayhem of a 1950s holiday camp. Tickets £6 per adult or £3 per under-16 on 01744 322215.

And a Nightingale Sang
2019-11-28 19:00 - 22:00
Douglas Drama Group present CP Taylor’s play set in WWII, which follows a family through the heartbreak, nostalgia and surprising humour of the era. Tickets £7.50 from DIY Centre Parbold.

Absolutely Fabulous Gin Festival
2019-11-29 18:00 - 23:00
Absolutely Fabulous Gin Festival does Christmas at St Helens Town Hall. Celebrate Gin at Christmas with 120 Gins on offer, selection of Rums plus other drinks. Live Entertainment from Louise and the Love Bugs. Back by popular Demand, Tickets Sell FAST for this event. Ideal Christmas night out, get together or perfect for Gin Lovers, we also have a VIP area.

Christmas Fair
2019-11-30 11:00 - 13:00
All are welcome to Tunley’s Christmas Fair on Saturday 30th November, 11.00am – 1.00pm. Stalls include:- Tombola, Home-made cakes, Crafts, Christmas gifts and toys, Bric-a-brac and jewellery, Raffle, Pingawings and Plants. Visit Santa in his Grotto, Guess the weight of the Christmas cake and Win a Hamper! Light lunches on sale.

Wigan & Leigh Hospice Christmas Fayre
2019-11-30 12:00 - 16:00
Get your Christmas started at our popular annual Christmas Fayre!
Try your luck at raffles and tombolas, shop at a beautiful array of stalls and enjoy the festive atmosphere.
Little ones can visit Santa in his grotto and a range of refreshments will be available.
Free admission.

Mulled Wine Walk
2019-12-01 12:30 - 14:30
Enjoy a free guided wintery walk around Haigh Woodland Park and enjoy a glass of mulled wine!

Light for a Life
2019-12-03 18:30 - 20:00
Every year those people special to us and those we have lost are remembered through the Light for a Life appeal by families across Wigan and Leigh.
Dedications are made to those we love and have loved and are marked by a light on our Christmas Tree.
This year the lights on our beautiful tree will be switched-on on Tuesday, December 3rd.
A service of about 30 minutes will be held at the Hospice featuring Christmas carols, hymns and readings.

Billinge Lights Switch-On
2019-12-04 18:30 - 20:00
Meet Santa on his sleigh, enjoy music from the Trinity Girls Brass Band, participate in a raffle and enjoy mince pies before the lights switch on at 7pm.

Carols around the Tree
2019-12-04 18:30 - 20:00
Join the Red Admiral Band, Sing4Fun and local schools to sing Christmas carols around the tree. Dress warmly and bring a torch! Traditional refreshments available, more info on 01257 464431.

Santa Meet and Greet
2019-12-05 16:30 - 17:30
Come along on Thursday 5th December to see Santa – he will be with us 4:30 – 5:30 and we are selling Meal Deal and Grotto Tickets now for just £7 (this entitles your child to play until 6pm, enjoy a delicious main meal, drink and dessert and receive a gift from Santa). Call us on 01695 229923. Limited number of Grotto spaces available.

Traditional Christmas Wreath Workshop
2019-12-05 18:30 - 21:00
Join Olive Owl Flowers at Bag & Bean and create your very own Traditional Foliage Wreath. Choose from a beautiful selection of Festive Foliage and Traditional Decorations to add to your Wreath.
Bag & Bean will also be supplying a delicious spread along with welcome drinks upon arrival.
£45 | Limited Spaces
Book from our Facebook page or Website.

Once upon a Pantomime
2019-12-05 19:30 - 21:30
Mawdesley Amateur Dramatics present a family pantomime written by Emma Meen. Tickets £8 per adult or £4 per child at www.madsociety.co.uk or from SPAR.

Christmas Tree Festival
2019-12-07 10:00 - 17:00
St Laurence’s Church, Union Street Chorley will be running a Christmas tree festival from Sat 7 Dec – Sat 14 Dec 2019. 27 sponsored trees will light the church. It will start with a Christmas Fair which will see the church filled with stalls offering a range of goods ideal for Christmas gifts.Admission 50p Food will be served throughout the week and there will be lunchtime concerts & evening events every day. More info at stlaurencechorley.co.uk

Beacon Park Santa Dash
2019-12-08 10:00 - 13:00
Take part in a 5K Santa Dash or a 1 mile family fun run – entry £5 per person or £10 per family, including a Santa hat, medal and post-race mince pie. Prizes awarded for the best dressed Santa – more info at www.discoverormskirk.com/events/

Frozen II Morning
2019-12-08 10:00 - 14:00
Come along to Pipsqueaks between 10am and 2pm and see Anna, Elsa and Olaf for just £5 entry! Our kitchen will be open between 10 and 1 serving a full breakfast and lunch menu. The characters will be with us from 11-12. Must be pre-booked. Tickets on sale now – call us on 01695 229923.

Wigan Samaritans Santa Stroll
2019-12-08 10:00 - 15:00
Join us for a festive family walk of 7K around Haigh Plantations, raising funds for The Samaritans Of Wigan. Everyone who registers will receive a Santa suit to wear, which can be picked up a week before the event at Samaritans Office, 73 Dicconson St, Wigan, WN1 2AT. The cost is £10 + £1.37 fee and under 3s are free. It’s not a race, but about having fun and building a kinder community. All support is greatly appreciated!
