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

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.

Snowdrop Sunday
2020-02-16 12:00 - 16:00
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.

The Cat in the Hat
2020-02-16 14:30 - 16:00
Gamboling Arena presents a hilarious production of the Dr. Seuss classic! Tickets £7 on 07709 766108.

Bird Box Making
2020-02-17 10:00 - 12:00
Have a go at making a bird box with the rangers. Boxes are £2.50 to take home or free to leave at the park. Meet at Treeface Café.

Free February Family Half Term Fun
2020-02-17 11:00 - 15:00 | Spinning Gate Shopping Centre, Ellesmere Street, Leigh, WN74PG
Free Family February Half Term Fun at Spinning Gate Shopping Centre, Leigh
From Monday 17 February – Friday 21 February, 11am – 3m daily, free children’s craft workshops
Visit https://www.spinninggate.co.uk/february-half-term-free-family-fun/ for further information

Quaker Burial Grounds
2020-02-17 19:30 - 21:00 | Four Lane Ends Mission, Skelmersdale Road, Bickerstaffe, Ormskirk, L39 0EZ
Speaker Chris Skidmore presents a talk that describes the history of Quaker burial practices over the past 350 years using a number of specific examples from the north of England.
Visitors £3.00.
Students free of charge

Squirrel Spotting
2020-02-18 10:00 - 11:00
Hear top tips for spotting the famous red squirrels, build a giant drey and learn more about the eating habits of local wildlife. You can also make your own squirrel souvenir to take home. Tickets £3 on 03442 491895.

Friends' Monthly Talk
2020-02-18 10:30 - 11:30
Informative and fun talk by Stuart McNulty ‘A Brief History of Liverpool and the Humour of its People’. £1 donation requested. refreshments available from 10am. No need to book.

Free Dog Chipping
2020-02-18 11:00 - 15:00
Dogs Trust perform free basic health checks and microchipping for dogs, as well as providing resources for dog training, diet, neutering and care. All breeds welcome, puppies under 6 months must have proof of vaccination.

Rails to the Lancashire Coast.
2020-02-20 18:00 - 19:30
The Friends of Eccleston Library are promoting an illustrated talk by local historian, Steve Williams. There will also be a wide selection of quality secondhand railway and transport books for sale (not ex-Library stock). Free entry but pre-booking at the library is recommended.

The Spine Play
2020-02-20 19:30 - 21:00
A new play about goals, brotherhood and the football academy system – Kyle, Liam and Hakeem are all reaching for the same golden contract into the premier league, but institutional racism and toxic masculinity take their toll. Tickets bookable at the venue.

Fashion Show
2020-02-21 19:00 - 21:00
Enjoy a fabulous fashion show by the Complete Clothing Company. £5 entry on the door.

Curtain Up!
2020-02-21 19:30
Curtain Up! is the hilarious story of five women who inherit equal shares in a dilapidated theatre and plan to bring it back to life again. However, not everything goes according to plan, and our spirited ladies must do everything they can to prevent their audience from realising that something’s gone wrong!

Mambo Jambo
2020-02-21 19:30 - 22:30
Acoustic roots duo Mambo Jambo present a joyous mash-up of styles, including percussion using suitcases and spoons! Tickets £5 from the venue.

Chairman's Quiz
2020-02-21 19:30 - 23:30
Revise for the annual quiz with groups of 6 and enjoy a hotpot supper. Tickets £7 on 01744 884709 or clerk@rainfordparishcouncil.com

Tabletop Sale
2020-02-22 10:00 - 14:00 | St Wilfrid’s Church, Rectory Lane, Standish, Wigan, WN6 0XA
Grab a bargain with the Social Committee of St. Wilfrid’s, or shift some pre-loved items! Tables cost £7 and can be booked on 01257 422538. Refreshments available throughout.

Fundraising Evening
2020-02-22 18:30 - 23:59
Help raise money for Mind with a fun night of dancing and a delicious meal, plus a raffle and talk from guest speaker Michael Lawrence. Tickets £25 on 01695 624426.

Charity Ball
2020-02-22 19:00 - 23:00
Help raise money for Macmillan Cancer Support with a night of live entertainment, a delicious 3-course meal and a charity auction! Tickets £30 from the venue, dress to impress.

Rockin' at the Civic
2020-02-22 19:30 - 23:30
A huge fundraiser for Cancer Research UK comes to Ormskirk. Featuring Searchin’, The Rockin’ Relics and more live bands, tickets cost £12 including a hotpot supper on 01695 576607 or from the venue.

Burscough Wetlands Walk
2020-02-23 10:00 - 13:00
Join the Rangers on a walk around Burscough, Mere Sands Wood and Martin Mere, finding out more about the area’s wildlife. Free to attend.

Veganfest Mellor 2020
2020-02-23 11:00 - 16:00
Plant power! Join us at VeganFest Mellor, a family friendly event that supports compassionate cuisine and sustainability. A warm welcome awaits the curious & committed.
What will you find? The very best Vegan & Gluten Free cuisine, local handcrafted items, original art, ethically sourced gifts & vegan health advice.
Where is it? Mellor Village Hall, Mellor Ln, Mellor, Blackburn, BB2 7EW
Free to park (free entry)
11am – 4pm

Barn Dance and Ceili
2020-02-23 14:00 - 17:30
Barn Dance and Ceili at Liverpool Irish Centre on Sunday afternoon 23rd February at 2pm starring Michael Coyne.
Adults £6, children £3.
A fun afternoon and everyone is welcome. A coach will be leaving from Crosby but must be pre-booked.
For tickets and coach contact: Sr. Catherine. 07486131930
Book early to avoid disappointment!
Bar and Refreshments available including Irish Stew, sandwiches, tea and coffee.

Light Classic Jack Rainey Flute
2020-02-23 15:00 - 16:30
St Laurence’s Church Chorley are pleased to welcome Jack Rainey as part of our Light Classic series. He is a third year flute student at the Royal College of Music. Jack started learning the flute at Primary School and since then has been known for playing in school and charity concerts, along with festivals and music competitions both as a soloist and in chamber music groups.
Tickets £5 including refreshments from Eventbrite or on the door.

Flower Arranging Demonstration
2020-02-24 19:30 - 21:00
Maghull and District Flower Club host a flower arranging presentation by Anne Houghton from Heswall.
Monday 24th February at 7.30pm
£5 including tea and biscuits.
Raffle
We are a friendly club and promise an entertaining and informative evening and if you would like to join as a member you would be very welcome.
For further information telephone Pauline 0151 526 5755 or Sue 0151 526 6869.
St. George’s Social Centre, Station Road, Maghull, L31 3DF

Wayfarers Chorus Rehearsals
2020-02-25 19:30 - 21:45
The Wayfarers Chorus is an all male acapella and Barbershop chorus based in Birkdale. We practice every Tuesday evening and new members are always welcome. If you enjoy singing why not come along, have a chat and see what we get up to. There is also a ladies chorus called Just Voices, who are based in Southport. Any ladies interested, we can pass on their details.

TV Trance Mission
2020-02-26 19:30 - 22:00
Enjoy an 80s-themed comedy musical presented by the Willpower Youth Theatre! Tickets £7 per adult or £6 concessions, bookable on 01942 745082.

Newton Le Willows Gardeners' Association
2020-02-27 19:30 - 21:30
Talk & Demonstration. Marcus Chilton-Jones, the Curator of the new RHS Garden Bridgewater, will show the plans and explain the progress from the viewpoint of a horticulturaist specialist perspective.

Weight Watchers Workshop Standish Opening
2020-02-28 10:00 - 11:00 | Standish Methodist Church, Standish Methodist Church, 27 High Street, Standish, Wigan, WN6 0HA
Coming to Standish Methodist Church and opening on Friday 28th February at 10am your WW (Formerly Weight Watchers) Workshop.
If you’re looking to lose weight and feel great amongst like minded people with lots of help and support come along! A warm welcome guaranteed.

Mossy Lea Crafters
2020-02-28 10:00 - 12:00
Fortnightly meetings on the 2nd and 4th Friday of the month. Come along to our friendly group to make friends, learn new crafts or just to have a cuppa and a chat! All welcome.
