Squirrel Spotting
2020-02-18 10:00 - 11:00 UTC
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.

Writers' Weekend in Southport
2020-02-28 16:00 - 2020-03-01 15:00 | The Bowden Lodge, 18 Albert Road, Southport, PR9 0LE
A Writers’ Weekend For You!
Friday 28th February 2020 to Sunday 1st March 2020
Got a cherished dream to write and be published?
This weekend will give you practical guidance and encouragement to get started. It’s also for those who have already started but need to know the next step. A weekend not to be missed.
Day Attendees £130 including meal or from £214pp course fees and full board.
www.bowdenlodge.co.uk 01704 543531

Cocktail Quiz Night
2020-02-28 18:30 - 23:30
Enjoy great food, fun cocktails and a challenging quiz to raise money for Greenslate Farm! Tickets £13.50 at www.greenslatefarm.org.uk

The Chicago Teddy Bears Society Jazzband
2020-02-29 07:30 - 23:00 | The Arts Centre, 1st Floor, Burscough Wharf, Liverpool Rd North, Burscough, L40 5RZ
An evening of great music and plenty of fun as the Chicago Teddy Bears return to The Arts Centre.

Annie Jr.
2020-02-29 17:30 - 19:00 | West Lancashire College, College Way, Skelmersdale, WN8 6DX
Base Dance Performing Arts bring a musical performance of Annie Jr, based on the book by Thomas Meehan. Tickets £8 per adult or £4 per U4, available on 07958 346854 or 01704 897789.

Tabletop Sale
2020-03-01 10:00 - 15:00
Grab a great bargain with lots on display! Refreshments available, free entry.

Mafia to Minister Talk
2020-03-01 10:30 - 12:30
Nigael Lewis, an atheist for 35 years, thought the Mafia could help him reach his goals – then he encountered God. Come and hear his amazing testimony; more details on 01695 623212.

Meet Andy Briggs
2020-03-01 18:00 - 21:00
Author and film director Andy Briggs presents a talk about his career path and a screening of his critically acclaimed film Crowhurst, followed by a Q&A. Tickets £3-£5 at www.southportbijoucinema.co.uk or from the venue.
