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Famous People of Chorley Talk
2019-11-04 10:00 - 11:00 UTC
Local historian Ian Bagshaw delivers a talk about famous people from Chorley who you might not have heard of! Free entry.

Band Concert
2019-11-03 14:00 - 16:00
An afternoon concert from Tarleton Ecumenical Walk of Witness and Hesketh Bank Silver Band. Tickets £6 including afternoon tea, bookable on 01772 814817.

Vegan Fair
2019-11-03 11:00 - 16:30
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.

Winter Sparkle
2019-11-03 10:00 - 16:00
A free Christmas spectacular in aid of Derian House. Stock up on gifts from the Austrian market stalls, enjoy an array of delicious food including bratwurst and mulled wine, and see the Punch & Judy show! Santa will also make an appearance, with fairground rides and reindeer!

Red Lion Bonfire Night
2019-11-02 18:30 - 21:30
Douglas Valley Lions present a bonfire and fireworks display that’s bigger and better than ever before! The bonfire will be lit at 6pm ahead of the fireworks at 7pm. Entry £5 per adult, £3 per child.

Chorley CC Fireworks
2019-11-02 18:00 - 23:30
A fun bonfire, professional fireworks and plenty of food and drink available. Entry £5 per family of four or £2 per person.

Duxbury Park Bonfire Night
2019-11-02 18:00 - 20:00
Fireworks hosted by the Red Bank Scout Group, with suggested donations of £5 per adult or £3 per child. Get in the Bonfire Night spirit!

Mawdesley Fireworks
2019-11-02 17:30 - 20:00
Get in the bonfire mood with a fireworks display in Mawdesley. The fire will be lit at 6pm ahead of the fireworks at 7pm. Tickets from Mawdesley SPAR £5.50 per adult or £3 per child, then £6.50 per adult or £4 per child on the gate.

Meols Fireworks
2019-11-02 17:00 - 22:00
A charity fireworks display and bonfire in support of local causes, plus fairground rides, a hog roast and entertainment. The fire will be lit at 6:30pm and the fireworks begin at 8pm – entry £7 per adult or £3 per under-11, under-5s free.

Artisan Christmas Market
2019-11-02 11:00 - 15:00
A Christmas Artisan Market at Hesketh Bank Community Centre with great stalls, face painting and cafe. Craft stalls have a great range of perfect Christmas gifts. Contact Sue Ellis to book a table.

We Will Remember Them
2019-11-02 10:00 - 16:00
Our thoughts are drawn to the men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice so Wigan Rotary Club are to remember them in a more public way. If you want to remember someone come to the Grand Arcade on the weekend 2nd and 3rd November and write their story on an A4 sized poppy which will be displayed in the Wigan Town Centre for the week up to Remembrance Sunday for all to see and read. Or go to the Veterans Centre during the week before.

Wigan Canal History Walk
2019-11-02 10:00 - 14:30
﻿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 knowledgeable lock keepers, and then return to our starting point.
It’ll be a leisurely walk of 4 miles in total, and you’re advised to bring waterproofs in case of rain, a drink, and a packed lunch if you like. Dogs on a lead are welcome.

Making a Natural Bird Feeder
2019-11-02 10:00 - 12:00
﻿Join the Friends of Eccleston Library on Saturday 2nd November to make a natural Bird Feeder to help our feathered friends survive the winter. All materials supplied. Admission by ticket only available from Eccleston Library. To encourage families to attend, the admission charge is £3 for the first child, with two children for £5 and three children for £6. Supported by Mere Sands Wood Nature Reserve, Croston Corn Mill and Fislocks Pharmacy.

‘Gig4Life’
2019-11-01 19:30 - 23:30 | The Civic Hall
‘Gig4Life’ ‘Musicians Using The Beat To Beat Cancer’, a fundraiser for Cancer Research UK, at The Civic Hall, Southport Road, Ormskirk. Friday 1st November 2019. 7:30pm. Featuring; Shooter, The Rebels, No Name (The Band) Age Gap and The Fabulous Fontaine’s, compere Simon Smithies. Tickets £12, including Hotpot super, available from The Civic Hall tells: 01695 576607 or Hesfords DIY, Moorgate Ormskirk Tel: 01695 572564.

U3A Music Night
2019-11-01 19:30 - 22:00
A great night of music with the U3A Music Group, plus a disco, hotpot supper and a raffle. Tickets £12 on 07913 382258.

Halloween Bananaz Bingo
2019-11-01 19:00 - 23:30
Enjoy a spooktacular evening of bingo, fun, dancing and much more at Willowbrook’s Halloween Bananaz Bingo on 1 November at Rainhill Ex Services Club Tickets are £15 and include bingo book, pen & accessories. To book ring 01744 453798 or go online at: https://willowbrookhospice.charitycheckout.co.uk/bananaz-bingo#!/

Ainsdale Fireworks
2019-11-01 18:30 - 21:00
A great family fireworks display, plus music and other activities. Entry £4.

Astley Hall Fireworks
2019-11-01 18:30 - 20:00
Enjoy a traditional family bonfire and a stunning firework display! Free admission, but donations welcome.

Southport Rugby Club Fireworks
2019-11-01 18:00 - 21:00
A family friendly evening with fi reworks, live music, bouncy castles, a barbecue and more! Adults £7, U13s £5, U16s £6.

Dobbies Firework Night
2019-11-01 17:30 - 20:30
Indulge in delicious street food and witness a spectacular fireworks display! Tickets £9.95 per adult or £6.95 per child including food, or £5 & £3 without, bookable on 01704 552920.

Meet the Author: Veronica Gibbs
2019-11-01 10:30 - 11:30
RSPCA worker and children’s author Veronica Gibbs presents her story ‘Tibbs Meets the Witch of Witchety Woods’. She’ll read extracts from the book and host a Q&A, followed by a craft activity. Free entry, but booking necessary at the venue.

Free Gardeners' Talk
2019-10-31 19:30 - 21:30
Margaret Robinson will give a talk entitled Vegetables For Every Taste. Free admission.

Family History for Beginners
2019-10-31 13:30 - 15:30
In this 6 week course, you will learn how to research your family history and trace your ancestors using websites and other genealogy resources. The course is for beginners or students with some previous experience and who need time each week to dedicate to research and recording family history. This event is free to all adults over 19, but booking is required.

Family History for Beginners
2019-10-31 13:30 - 15:30
In this 6 week course, you will learn how to research your family history and trace your ancestors using websites and other genealogy resources. The course is for beginners or students with some previous experience. You will learn about the process of tracing your family history, the various sources of information and how to access these where possible. This event is for adults aged 19 and over and booking is required.

Jack the Ripper: The Real Story
2019-10-30 19:30 - 21:50
Retired murder squad detective Trevor Marriott delves into the real truth behind the Jack the Ripper murders. Tickets £12 on 01704 533333.

Ocean Plastics Talk
2019-10-30 14:00 - 16:00
Chris Glaze presents a talk on the damage caused by ocean plastics and how they harm marine life and coastal habitats. Entry £4 or £2 for children.

Bury Market Trip
2019-10-30 09:20 - 17:30
Join us for a full day of bargain hunting and a great chance to make a start on the Christmas shopping at Bury’s world famous market located next door to the Mill Gate Shopping Centre is the biggest and best market in the North West, winning many awards over the years it now boasts the title of Britains Favourite Market 2019.
Cost £9 members £12 non members.
Coach pick up North Road, St Helens 9.20am

Flowers & Pumpkins - Floristry Workshop
2019-10-29 18:30 - 21:00
Learn 3 different ways to create Floral Arrangements in a Pumpkin and choose your favourite to make.
Includes 3x Floral Demos, all of your Flowers, Foliage and Pumpkins, plus receive an Autumn goodie bag filled with Mini Pumpkins, Moss, Conkers and Chinese Lanterns to add an extra special touch to your Pumpkin display.

LAL: Make the Most of Your Tablet
2019-10-29 09:30 - 11:30
This course will help you to understand the layout of the tablet you are using, how it works, how to maintain it and how to download apps to customise it to suit your life. What you will need to bring: your tablet if you have one, but we also have tablets you can try if you do not have one of your own.

Fancy a Nibble Cake Club
2019-10-28 19:30 - 21:30
Are you a baker who loves baking, eating and talking about cake? Yes? Then our cake club is just for you! We are a group of likeminded bakers who meet once a month to learn new skills, sample each other’s cakes, swap recipes and make new friends. Please get in touch for more details. Booking essential.
