Local Life 247

Snowdrop Sunday
2020-02-16 12:00 - 16:00 UTC
Self guided walk through Cabin Wood to see the stunning display of snowdrops.
Refreshments available in the Cabin Cafe, limited car parking available, free event, donations welcome.
Well behaved dogs on leads are welcome.

Spinners Mill Ghost Hunt
2020-02-15 20:30 - 23:59
Join Paranormal Places UK on a ghost hunting event at Leigh Spinners Mill in company with Frank Humphries, presenter and producer of Paranormal Minds TV as we step into the ghostly world of Leigh Spinners Mill.

Harry Potter Triwizard Challenge
2020-02-15 10:30 - 11:30
Come down to Parbold Library for some Wizardry Fun suitable for ages 5 – 10. To avoid disappointment booking is essential.

Big and Little Trains Show
2020-02-15 09:15 - 12:15 | Eccleston Library, The Carrington Centre, New Mill Street, Eccleston, PR7 5SU
Chorley and District Model Railway Club are hosting a Big and Little Trains Show. Supported by the Friends of Eccleston Library, the event is open to all with free admission.

Drive-In Cinema
2020-02-14 20:30 - 23:00
See Pretty Woman like you’ve never seen it before – in the grounds of Haigh Woodland Park! What better way to spend Valentine’s Day? There’ll also be plenty of music, food, quizzes and giveaways, plus a free session of adventure golf. Tickets £30 per car at www.boxoffice.wlct.org

Mental Health Market
2020-02-14 13:00 - 15:00
Improve your mental wellbeing
Wigan and Leigh Community Therapies Hub are hosting a Marketplace of Mental Health Support.
Come and find out about the fantastic range of services, groups and support available in your local area!
You’ll find local health, education, activity, carer, voluntary and charity services and groups. All welcome!
For more information contact:
Community Therapies Hub 01942 772124

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

Coffee Morning at The Hotties Café
2020-02-13 10:30 - 12:00
Everyone is welcome to come along and join St Helens and Warrington Oddfellows Friendly Society at their monthly coffee morning at The Hotties Café located inside The world Of Glass. This is a great opportunity to come along make new friends and see what the friendly group gets up to.
Cost As per menu

Travelling Fairgrounds Talk
2020-02-12 12:30 - 14:00
Garth Latham presents ‘Ticket to Ride’, a talk on traveling fairgrounds of the UK. Plus enjoy lunch and musical entertainment! More info on 01772 816727.

Elderberries Gardening Club
2020-02-12 10:30 - 12:00
Our Gardening club meets at St. John’s church Hall, St. John’s Rd, Birkdale on the 2nd Wednesday of every month, 10:30am-12pm
We are a friendly sociable club with an interest in gardening. Beginners welcome.
We have outside speakers and members also speak on different and varied topics, and homemade cakes and biscuits too.
We also have outings to historical Gardens and garden growers, work shops and meals out during the year.
Enquiries to Shelley at elderberriesgardening@gmail.com
shelleylewislavender@yahoo.com
or tel 01704560690

Talk & Presentation on Nature Photography
2020-02-10 19:45 - 22:00
Monday 10th February 7.45pm
Southport Photographic Society have invited talented local wildlife photographer Mr. Roy Rimmer to share his knowledge and passion for nature. Entry on the Door £4.00 inc tea/coffee and biscuits.
Please come along to New Hall, Emmanuel Road, Cambridge Road, Southport, PR9 9PR 7.30pm for 7.45pm start.

Light Classic Recital - Innsaei
2020-02-09 15:00 - 16:30
St Laurence Church Union Street Chorley on Sunday 9th February 2020 at 3pm.
The Innsᴂi String Quartet, were formed at the Royal Northern College of Music, frequently performing in concerts, masterclasses and chamber music prizes. They have also performed many concert tours across Europe. We are delighted to have them performing as part of our light classic recitals.
Tickets £5 including refreshments – from Eventbrite or on the door.

Kamchatka and the Ring of Fire
2020-02-08 19:30 - 21:30
Audio-visual presentation by Colin and Rhona Balls. A journey to the far east of Russia to an area known as the Ring of Fire. Volcanic activity here has built a unique and amazing landscape, with perfect conditions created for the sheer abundance of seabirds and cetaceans found in the region.
Tickets £8.00 (including refreshments), available from 01257 463407/425330/426252.

Come & Sing!
2020-02-08 10:00 - 17:30
For lovers of choral music, Southport Bach Choir will be hosting another of their popular Come and Sing! events on 8th February 2020 at Emmanuel Church in Southport. The works to be studied will be Handel ‘Coronation Anthems’ and choruses from ‘Messiah’. Full details of cost and an application form can be found on the choir website. www.southportbachchoir.org.uk

All Write Up North
2020-02-08 10:00 - 13:30
A free networking and workshop event for aspiring authors, illustrators, photographers and cover artists! Lunch and refreshments provided – book your place on library.transformation@wigan.gov.uk

Harry Potter Book Day
2020-02-08 10:00 - 11:00
Get involved in the Triwizard Tournament, facing challenges to test your magical prowess and powers of deduction! Play games, make crafts and much more at this free event.

Chernobyl in Photographs
2020-02-06 20:00 - 22:00
Colin Douglas visits Ormskirk Camera Club with his presentation on Kiev and Chernobyl, including images taken in the exclusion zone. An entry fee of £4 applies to visitors, with refreshments included.

Standish Stories from the Past
2020-02-06 16:00 - 17:00
Stan Aspinall tells three stories of Standish’s past – each with a twist to make you think. Refreshments available.

Thursday Tea Dance
2020-02-06 13:30 - 15:30 | Haydock Conservative Club, Haydock Conservative Club, 3 Bellerophon Way, Haydock, Wigan, WN4 9RS
Come and join us at Haydock Conservative Club and dance away to fabulous music in the best venue in town. Lots of sequence dancing with tea and biscuits inc. Dates are every two weeks starting from 6th Feb. Just pop on your dancing shoes and come along or for enquiries please call Martin 07799288239.

Maps & Coffee
2020-02-06 10:00 - 11:30
Grab a coffee and enjoy an informal morning of map reading with experienced International Mountain Leader Chris. Tickets £5 on 07838 378339 or chris@mountainexploits.co.uk

Book and a Brew
2020-02-05 10:30 - 11:30
Share your love of reading and your thoughts on your current book over a brew.

Games Afternoon
2020-02-04 14:30 - 16:30
Fun competition involving various board games – prizes for those with highest score.

Children’s Mental Health Event
2020-02-04 10:00 - 12:00
Healthwatch Wigan and Leigh is hosting a free event: “Who supports parents/carers when children and young people experience challenges to their emotional and mental health?”
The morning will involve:
• Speakers, including parents/carers and adults working with children
• Surveys for parents, carers, and professionals
• Workshop discussions
Find out more or book a place via the Eventbrite link or contact Karen Wilson

Ormskirk District Historical Society
2020-02-03 19:30 - 20:45
Past Times in the Cartmel Vale
Speaker Janet Niepokojczycka
Visitors £3.00
Students Free

Vegan Taster Table
2020-02-02 10:00 - 15:00 | Coffee etc, 3 Station Road, Parbold, Wigan, WN8 7NU
Curious about Veganism? Want to make simple changes towards a plant-based diet? Come along and try a range of plant milks and vegan treats before you buy. Coffee etc will be serving a selection of vegan meals and cakes too!
Also – lots of information available about how to transition to a vegan lifestyle, the many wonderful benefits of doing so and helpful tips to get you started. All your vegan questions answered by our friendly team.

Apple Pruning Day
2020-02-02 10:00 - 15:00
Join the Walled Gardeners to learn new skills and help with apple pruning. Tickets £20 including soup and a roll and free pair of secateurs, bookable on 07967 583746.

St. Mary's Club Star Night
2020-02-01 19:30 - 23:55
“The Glad It’s Night” Motown Experience (4 Piece Soul Band) back by popular demand. The show features a tribute to Gladys Night and The Pips, with the very best of Motown classic hits. Come and join us for a great evening of live music, disco and a hot supper.

Boogie Bingo
2020-02-01 19:00 - 23:00
Help fundraise for Wigan Youth Zone with a night of boogie bingo. There are plenty of prizes to be won; tickets £25 including light bites, bookable on Eventbrite or 01942 774000.

'Ey Oop Campers!
2020-02-01 19:00 - 21:30 | St. James Church Hall Wrightington, Church Lane, Wrightington, Wigan, WN6 9SN
A lighthearted look at the fun, intrigue and mayhem of a 1950s holiday camp, performed by Upholland & District U3A Variety Theatre Group! Tickets £6 per adult or £3 per U16 including refreshments on 01257 473941.

Wooden Pendant Carving with Giles Newman
2020-02-01 10:00 - 18:00
During this one day workshop with master wood carver Giles Newman you will learn how to carve your own beautiful wooden pendant with the simple and easy to learn knife techniques. Encompassing the whole process of art woodcarving from wood selection and design principles to knife work, detailing and finishing. Suitable for all levels from beginners to experienced carvers. Age 18+. For more information and to see Giles’ work visit gilesnewman.com
