Local Life 247

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

Scottish Country Dancing Beginners Class
2019-09-15 14:30
This is a beginners class in Scottish Country Dancing. 2.30 to 4.30 on Sunday afternoons. A fun group which is open to all ages to have a go at Scottish Country Dancing (11 to 18 with an adult). No partner needed – just some soft shoes. Good exercise for both the body and the mind. £2.50 each Sunday from September to Easter. The RSCDS is a Registered Charity No. 1061492.

Brass Band Concert
2019-09-14 19:30 - 21:30
Chorley District Scouts present the 2nd Rossendale Scout Band for the 27th consecutive year. Tickets including light refreshments £9 per adult or £4.50 per under-14, available on 07789 915627 or john.johnson@scoutmail.co.uk

Charity Evening
2019-09-14 19:00 - 23:30
Help raise money for Royal Manchester Children’s Hospital and Carers UK with a 4-course meal, raffle and auction, plus entertainment from a live band and DJ. Dress to impress – tickets £40 on 07972 282833 or Asweet16forbobbi@yahoo.com

Viking Market
2019-09-14 11:00 - 17:00
Shop like a Viking at this themed market filled with goods and crafts. Play a game of Hnefatafl and meet the Vikings to discover how they lived and fought, plus lots of refreshments and craft activities. Free admission.

Owlfest
2019-09-14 11:00 - 14:00
Celebrate Standish’s iconic bird with live owl displays, an owl trail through the village, history, crafts and competitions! Free entry, refreshments available.

Charnock Richard Scarecrow Festival
2019-09-14
Charnock Richard’s very own scarecrow festival returns – admire the scarecrows across the village and browse stalls from local organisations. There’ll be entertainment and voting for the best scarecrow.

Folk Train Night
2019-09-13 20:00 - 22:30
A musical extravaganza from Coppull Folk featuring Mail Train and Dandelion Train, along with Fat Controller Ken Scally. Tickets £6 on 01772 432691, 01257 400650 or 01942 732728. All proceeds go to Coppull Folk Fest 2020.

Charity Quiz Night
2019-09-13 20:00 - 22:00
A quiz night and raffle in aid of Amy’s Swag, a charity established to help provide comforting ‘swag bags’ to young people with cancer. Entry £2 per person.

Game of Bones
2019-09-13 19:30 - 22:30
A brand new murder mystery – a dastardly deed has been committed in Easteros in an attempt to take the Calcium Throne. Can you figure out whodunit? Tickets £12 – contact ormskirk_theatre@hotmail.com for more info.

Roald Dahl Day
2019-09-13 15:45 - 16:45
Read some Roald Dahl stories and get involved with crafts to make a bookmark and a badge. Perfect for accompanied children aged 5-12.

Friendship Month Lunch
2019-09-13 12:15 - 16:00
Come and join in the celebration of 10 years of Friendship Month with the Oddfellows Friendly Society. Whether you fancy a bowl of soup or a 3 course meal the choice is yours but good company will be guaranteed. This is a great opportunity to come along and make new friends and see what the local branch get up to.

The Willowbrook Hospice Golf Day
2019-09-12 11:30 - 21:30
Swing into action for the Willowbrook Golf Challenge on Thurs 12th Sept 2019 at Blundells Hill Golf Club. You’ll enjoy a great day of golf followed by a fab evening of food, drink and entertainment. The event starts at 11:30am with registration & a light lunch before a shotgun start at 1pm. At the 19th hole, players will enjoy a 3 course meal followed by the winners presentation. £70 per player or £250 for a team of 4 players. Ring 01744 453798.

Kath Tait: Unruly Tongues
2019-09-11 19:30 - 21:30
Singer, songwriter and musician Kath Tait performs stories of her life as a carer, a hippy and a wholefood freak. Tickets £6.50 at www.wildaboutstory.co.uk or £7 on the door.

Afternoon Tea Party
2019-09-11 13:00 - 15:00
Enjoy a delicious range of sandwiches, scones and cakes and have a good chinwag, all while raising money for Willowbrook Hospice. Tickets £7.50 on 01744 453798.

Wildlife Watch
2019-09-08 14:00 - 16:00
Children can enjoy spotting wildlife and taking part in some themed activities. £2 per child, recommended for ages 8-13.

Woofstock Dog Festival
2019-09-08 11:00 - 16:00
A dog-themed family fun day with dog competitions, displays, fairground rides, a bouncy castle and live music. Classes include cutest puppy, golden oldies, dog who looks like owner and best rescue. Minimum donation of £1 per person requested, plus optional dog food donation – proceeds to Carla Lane Animals in Need.

Charity Motown Night
2019-09-07 19:30 - 22:30
Enjoy a night of Motown and ABBA music in support of the Animals Asia Foundation, which is helping to end bear bile farming in China and Vietnam. Tickets £7 on 01704 872478 or 01704 874645.

Picnic Proms
2019-09-07 18:00 - 22:00
A fantastic night of fanfare and fireworks – bring a picnic along and enjoy the end of summer at this family evening. Tickets £8 per adult or £6 per child.

Flower & Vegetable Show
2019-09-07 14:00 - 16:00
Competitive classes for flowers, pot plants, vegetables, fruit, art, photography, baking, jam, chutney and also classes for children to enter. There will also be plants to buy, a tombola and a raffle. The Show will end with the presentation to the winners from approximately 4.15pm. Free to enter (exhibitors pay 20p per exhibit to show), free parking. Refreshments available.

Francesca Louise
2019-09-06 19:30 - 20:30
She has been likened to Norah Jones, Joni Mitchell and Judy Collins but is 100% original. Folk/pop with a 3 piece band

Charity Fashion Show
2019-09-06 18:30 - 21:30
A fundraising fashion show for HorseHeard, with opportunities to treat yourself at the pop-up shop, plus a raffle and refreshments! Tickets £5 on 07835 918644 or cmworthington@btinternet.com

Southport Air Show
2019-09-06 18:00 - 21:00
Three days of astonishing flying displays, acrobatics exhibitions and vintage planes. Tickets from £6 at www.visitsouthport.com/airshow/buy-tickets

Afternoon Singalong
2019-09-06 13:00 - 16:00
Entertainment from the Phoenix Society – have a sing and a cake! There’ll also be bingo games in the afternoon. Tickets £5 on 01744 451919, proceeds to the HoneyRose Foundation.

Keeping Up Appearances
2019-09-04 19:30 - 21:30
St. Paul’s Players present Keeping Up Appearances, based on the TV show by Roy Clarke. Tickets £10 per adult or £8 concessions, available on 01204 407784, 07403 287120 or from Adlington Post Office.

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.

Stepping Out
2019-09-02 19:30 - 21:30
CADOS present the feel-good comedy Stepping Out, following the lives of strangers who attend dance classes and embark on a journey of friendship. Tickets £8 Mon-Wed & £10 Thurs-Sat, available on 01257 264362.

Fashion Show by Barbara's of Standish
2019-09-02 19:00 - 21:45
A Fashion Show by ‘Barbara’s of Standish’ will be held at Tunley URC hall on Monday 2nd September, 7.00 for 7.30pm. Tickets £10 (includes a glass of prosecco, assorted sandwiches, home-made cakes, tea & coffee). There’ll also be a Raffle. Tickets available from Tel: 01257 425330/463407 or 426252.

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.

Dog Show Fun Day
2019-09-01 10:30 - 16:00
A fun day to raise money for Joey’s Legacy Boxer Rescue – enjoy a fun dog show, bouncy castle, fairground rides and loads of stalls, plus a fancy dress competition for dogs and children. Entry £1.
