FOA Programme 2018b

Welcome to your guide to the 2018 Greater Manchester Festival of Ageing listing events across the area
between 2nd and 15th July 2018
Don’t forget additional information is available at the festival webpages at
www.ambitionforageing.org.uk/festival
INDEX
Borough Pages
Bolton 1-5
Bury 6-10
Manchester 11-26
Oldham 27-28
Rochdale 29-38
Salford 39-40
Stockport 41-44
Tameside 45-46
Wigan 47-50
Disclaimer: The programme has been compiled using information supplied by event organisers and has been checked where possible, participants are advised to
check details and availability before travelling to any event or activity.
Your Guide to the 2018 Greater Manchester Festival of Ageing
Name Date Start time Finish What Where Cost Contact Telephone
time
Bolton
50% off For 02 July 12:00 PM 8:00 PM Trampoline sessions at the Park Jump Xtreme Ltd (Bolton) Units £4.73 per Greg 01204
Over 50's @ 2018 2&3 Trinity Retail Park Bolton BL2 hour Strickland 971007
Jump Xtreme 1HY (General
Manager)
Meta Hiit 03 July 11:00 AM 11:30 AM Fitness Class on the Trampolines Jump Xtreme Ltd, Units 2&3 Trinity £2:50 Greg 01204
fitness session 2018 Retail Park, Bolton, BL2 1HY Strickland 971007
for over 50's
Dance Fitness 03 July 10:15 AM 11:00 AM A dance class aimed at people age Active Dance Bolton, 22c Bradley £5 KATHRYN 07981
2018 55+. Each dance is a different style, Fold Trading Estate, Radcliffe Moor MAYE- 265289
including jazz, tap, salsa, Indian, Road, Bolton [Radcliffe] BL2 6RT DAVID
Belly, Charleston and musical
Bolton Festival 03 July 12:00 PM A stall for information on the local Victoria Square, Bolton BL1 1RU N/A AnnMarie 01201
of Ageing - 2018 offer of physical activity from our Taylor 334243
Sport and sports clubs/groups. Various dance
Active Living and yoga sessions in our Multi Use
Service Games Area (MUGA) that people will
be able to join in with.
Tour of the 03 July 10:00 AM 12:00 PM Come along to a behind the scenes Bolton Town Hall Free Lesley Tyrer 01204
Town Hall 2018 tour of Bolton Town Hall, mayors Victoria Square, Bolton 328062
chambers and other rooms in the BL1 1RU
town hall. Tour lasts 2 hours
Jigsaw Link 03 July 12:00 PM 2:00 PM An afternoon tea party for our Trinity Baptist Church, 16 Zoe 0161 253
Summer Sizzler 2018 Jigsaw Link members, the ‘Jigsaw Westminster Avenue, Radcliffe, Oldham 6308
Link Summer Sizzler’. festival of Manchester M26 3WD
ageing, consisting of buffet style
food, music, summer quiz, and
bingo. The event will be open to all
of our Jigsaw Link members and
volunteers.
2
time
Remember 04 July 1:30 PM 3:30 PM A traditional afternoon tea dance Moorgate Primary School, The event Janet Heyes 01204
When.... 2018 with live music and performances by Entwistle Street, Bolton, BL2 2RH is free 333477
the children
Festival of 05 July 11:00 AM 2:00 PM We'll be celebrating & showcasing all HuddleUp Cafe, All Souls, Astley £0 Katie 07540
Ageing @ All 2018 the wonderful ways that people over Street, Bolton, BL1 8EY McNulty 589333
Souls, Bolton 50 are involved in the All Souls
community. There will be a happy &
friendly atmosphere with live music
& free food.
Let's Dance 05 July 10:30 AM 12:30 AM An exciting and interactive ballet Halliwell UCAN Centre, Hatfield Free Pamela 07761
2018 dance taster session for the over 50's Road, Bolton. BL13BU Spurling 842617
Creating 06 July 10:30 AM 2:30 PM Having a Diagnosis of Dementia does Bolton Methodist Mission, Free Patricia 01204
Sunshine 2018 not mean living your life under a Victoria Hall, Walker Suite, 37 Goodwin 483770
cloud - Please join us, take part in Knowsley Street Bolton BL1 2AS
activities, collect information, have
lunch and help us Create Sunshine in
Bolton
Grow your own 07 July 2:00 PM 4:00 PM Planting and Afternoon Tea Coronation Gardens, Radcliffe, Tina 07963
get together 2018 M26 3XS Harrison 605283
Strength and 09 July 10:30 AM 11:30 AM Gentle Chair Based Exercise Winifred Kettle Day Care Centre, Nil Helen 01204
Balance 2018 Washacre, Westhoughton, Darlington 382411
Exercise Class Bolton BL5 2NE
Pilates 09 July 1:30 AM 3:30 AM Gentle stretching and mobility work Blackrod Sports and Community Free Helen 01204
2018 for Older adults Centre, Darlington 382411
Greenbarn Way, Blackrod, BL6
5TG
Strength and 09 July 1:00 PM 3:00 PM Gentle Chair based exercises Greenways Community Centre, free Helen 01204
Balance Session 2018 Crompton Close, Hall-ith-wood, Darlington 382411
Bolton BL1 8UA
Drummond 09 July 10:00 AM 12:00 PM Summer themed craft session with Drummond Street Community FREE Lesley Tyrer 01204
Street Craft & 2018 cakes and refreshments. Centre, Drummond Street 329678
3
time
Culture group Astley Bridge, Bolton, BL1 6QQ

Summer dance 09 July 2:00 PM 5:00 PM An afternoon or singing and dancing Campbell Extra Care Scheme, Geraldine 01204
party 2018 with entertainment for elderly Campbell Street, Farnworth, Pawson 337099
vulnerable residents, many who have Bolton BL4 7HP
dementia for them to come together
with their family, friends and carers
in the extra care scheme
Sing Out 09 July 1:30 PM 4:00 PM A time for music and strawberries! A Eldon Street Extra Care Housing, Pamela
Seniors 2018 fun afternoon to make us all feel Lansdowne Road, Tonge Moor, Eaton
Strawberry Tea good and make new friends. Bolton BL2 2JA
Strength and 10 July 10:30 AM 11:30 AM Chair based exercises in a relaxed Alexander Briant Court Free Helen 01204
Balance 2018 environment Parkfield Avenue, Farnworth Darlington 382411
Exercise Bolton BL4 9PZ
Session
Tour of the 10 July 10:00 AM 12:00 PM Come along to a behind the scenes Bolton Town Hall Free Lesley Tyrer 01204
Town Hall 2018 tour of Bolton Town Hall, mayors Victoria Square, Bolton 328062
chambers and other rooms in the BL1 1RU
town hall. Tour lasts 2 hours
Pool 10 July 1:30 PM 4:00 PM Come along to our pool tournament Jubilee House Sheltered free Lesley Tyrer 01204
Tournament 2018 at Jubilee House. Everyone welcome, Accommodation Scheme 329678 /
beginners and pool players Off Gas Street 07919
extraordinaire’s alike! Bolton 555284
BL1 4TU
Pilates 11 July 11:15 AM 12:00 PM A Pilates session which focuses on ACTIVE DANCE. 22C BRADLEY FOLD £5 Kathryn 07981
2018 gentle stretching, improving balance TRADING ESTATE, RADCLIFFE Maye- 265289
, mobility and core strength MOOR ROAD, RADCLIFFE BL2 6RT David
Strength and 11 July 10:00 AM 12:00 AM Gentle mobility and strength work Thicketford Centre Free Helen 01204
Balance 2018 with a focus on improving balance Thicketford Road Darlington 382411
Exercise for older people. Bolton BL2 2LW
Session
Strength and 12 July 10:30 AM 11:30 AM Chair based exercise session Whitecroft, Vernon Street, Free Helen 01204
Balance 2018 Bolton BL1 2PR Darlington 382411
Exercise
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Jubilee House 12 July Social evening with fish, chips and Jubilee House Sheltered Maureen
Summer Social 2018 peas and trifle (or alternative Accommodation Scheme, Off Gas Jones
Evening depending on dietary requirements) Street, Bolton, BL1 4TU
Flockton Court 13 July 1:30 PM 3:30 PM Have you ever heard of the Nintendo Flockton Court FREE Lesley Tyrer 01204
– Nintendo Wii 2018 Wii and wondered what its all about? High Street 329678
Bowling Beginners and Wii players alike are Horwich
welcome to come and join us in a fun BL6 7RB
afternoon Free cake and coffee
Highfield House 13 July 10:00 AM 12:00 PM Come along for a morning of domino Highfield House Sheltered FREE Lesley Tyrer 01204
– Dominoes 2018 playing with the residents of Accommodation scheme 329678
Highfield House. Highfield Road, Farnworth
Free cake and coffee BL4 0QZ
Redbank 13 July 1:00 PM 3:00 PM A garden party for the tenants at Redbank Retirement Living, Lowe Bernadette 0161 686
Garden Party 2018 Redbank. St, Radcliffe, Bolton M26 3PD Anderson/ 8146
Clare
Hunter
Flockton 14 July 12:00 PM Garden Party Flockton Court High Street Horwich Mrs Renee 01204
Garden Party 2018 BL6 7RB Smith 433355
Highfield House 11 July 11:00 AM 2:00 PM Health checks; tips and hints for Highfield House Sheltered FREE Lesley Tyrer 01204
– Health & 2018 saving money; bills checked – can we Accommodation scheme 329678
Wealth event save you money? Highfield Road,Farnworth
What’s on in your local community? BL4 0QZ
Free cake and coffee
5
time
Bury
Otago 02 July 1:30 PM 3:00 PM A chair based exercise class to help The Green, Clarence Park, Nothing Anna Craig 0161 253
2018 prevent falls in older adults, followed Walmersley Road, Bury, BL9 6NQ 6555
by light refreshments.
Afternoon tea 02 July 2:00 PM 3:30 PM An afternoon tea dance, with Grundy day centre, Wellington Nothing Anna Craig 0161 253
dance 2018 entertainment by a local artist Road, Bury, BL9 9AH 6555
followed by refreshments
Quiz Afternoon 02 July 1:00 PM 3:00 PM There will be a general knowledge Taylor House Brandlesholme Road, Free of Stephanie 07973
2018 with a picture round, there will be Bury BL8 1HS charge Brimelow 731583
prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place.
There will be light refreshments, tea
coffee etc.
Let's get fit! 02 July 1:00 PM 1:45 PM A qualified instructor guiding Whitehead Park, Bury BL8 2RR Free Julie 0161 785
2018 participants through a fitness Bentley 7414
session.
Summer Flower 03 July 1:00 PM 3:00 PM Summer Flower Arranging session Griffin House Sheltered Scheme, £1.00 Kirsty 07930
Arranging 2018 delivered by a local florist Griffin Close, Bury, BL9 6LG Booth 581756
Quiz Afternoon 04 July 1:00 PM 3:00 PM There will be a general knowledge Harwod House. Wesley Street, Free of Stephanie 07973
2018 quiz including a picture round with Tottington, Bury, Lancashire, BL8 Charge Brimelow 731583
light refreshments, tea coffee etc. 3NW
Festival of 04 July 10:00 AM 3:00 PM Explaining the benefits of different Bury town centre No charge Felicia 07459
Aging Bury 2018 type of massage, like massage for Sardar 836826
town centre seniors, massage for people with Kiyani
dementia/Alzheimer, for those who
had or have cancer.
The Fed Farm 04 July 2:00 PM 4:00 PM Bringing a mini mobile farm onto our Heathlands Village, Heathlands Lucy 0161 941
Open Day 2018 care village site. Drive, Prestwich, Manchester M25 Edwards 4442
9SB
Festival of 04 July 11:00 AM 2:00 PM The sessions will be extremely fun Millgate/The Rock BL9 0EB Rick Law 07712
Ageing Olympic 2018 with competitions such as The 807430
Games Bury Crossbar Challenge, yoga, rounders,
Millgate/The javelin, archery etc. taking place and
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time
Rock BL9 0EB our bubbly staff will ensure that

there is a high level of participation.
Clark’s Hill 05 July 2:00 PM 4:00 PM The event will be hosted at a Six M25 1BE Naomi 0161 686
Music through 2018 Town Housing retirement living Exton 8000
the years scheme and we will be inviting
residents and the local community to
come together to enjoy food and
music.
A Day to 05 July 7:00 PM 10:30 PM A Day To Remember - A community The Elizabethan Suite Bury suggested Sarah 07788
Remember 2018 social event for Celebrate 100 Years Donation Dennis 673466
since the end of WW1- Aimed at the of £5 for
over 50's. There will be Veterans in
Entertainment fro the Lancashire Need.
Artillery Band, The Veterans
Sweetheart and hopefully a couple
of local school Choirs.
Pilates with 05 July 11:00 AM 12:00 PM Pilates and lots of fun! Phoenix Centre, St Mary's Road, £2 Lorraine 07855
Lorraine 2018 Prestwich M25 1GG Platt 505 958
Top o”th Fields 06 July 2:00 PM 4:00 PM We will be hosting an afternoon tea M45 7HE N/a Naomi 0161 686
afternoon tea 2018 at our Six Town Housing retirement Exton 8000
living scheme and will welcome
people from the local community to
attend.
Let's get fit! 06 July 2:15 PM 3:00 PM A qualified instructor guiding St Mary's Park, Prestwich M25 9LU Free Julie 0161 785
session.
Metrojazz 06 July 7:00 PM 11:00 PM Metro Jazz is a long running The Met, Market Street, Bury BL9 Contact Alan 07478
concert 2018 community jazz orchestra, 0BW for further Barton 713914
performing a mix of the best foot- details
tapping jazz
Afternoon tea 06 July 12:00 PM 2:00 PM Afternoon tea Nelly's Coffee and Cakes, Bury, BL9 Natalie 07411
and sing along 2018 7SA Noone 374245
Fix it Friday 06 July 11:30 AM 2:30 PM A fish & chip lunch Mosses Centre Cecil Street Bury, Colin 07963
chippy lunch 2018 BL9 0SB Harrison 605283
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time
Festival of 07 July 11:00 AM 3:00 PM Our showcase day will promote the The Jubilee Centre, Mosley Free to all Andrew 0161 763
Ageing - A 2018 many activities that take place at the Avenue, Bury, BL9 6NJ Hazeldine 9030
Showcase of Jubilee Centre that aim to keep older
activities at the people young fit and healthy in mind
Jubilee Centre and body.
BBS Family 07 July 11:00 AM 3:00 PM Showcasing our Sensory Garden and Bury Society for Blind & Partially No charge Jill Logan 0161 763
Garden Party 2018 the crafts and gifts our various Sighted People, Wolstenholme for entry 7014
groups have made, our members House, 4 Tenterden Street, Bury BL9
are planning to hold a Family 0EG
Garden Fete with fun ‘old style’
games and stalls and plenty of tea
and cake!
Royal Academy 08 July 2:00 PM 4:00 PM A free one-hour Silver Swans® adult Janet Lomas School of Dancing, Free Johanna 0161
of Dance Silver 2018 ballet class with a Silver Swans® Blackford Bridge United Reformed Hadley 280 6234
Swans® ballet licensed teacher. Silver Swans® ballet Church, 692 Manchester Road,
class classes have been specifically Bury, Lancashire. BL9 9TQ
designed for the over 50s.
The Storybox 09 July 1:30 PM 2:30 PM The Storybox Project – Creative Cafe Bury Art Museum & Sculpture Free Liz 07941
Project - 2018 creative activities designed especially Centre Postlethwaite 218435
Creative Cafe for people with memory loss or Moss Street
dementia and their family and friends. Bury
BL9 0DR
Otago 09 July 1:30 PM 3:00 PM A chair based exercise class to help The Green, Clarence Park, Nothing Anna Craig 0161 253
2018 prevent falls in older people, Walmersley Road, Bury, BL9 6NQ 6555
followed by light refreshments
Let's get fit! 09 July 1:00 PM 1:45 PM A qualified instructor guiding Whitehead Park, Bury BL8 2RR Free Julie 0161 785
session.
Chai Pani / 09 July 12:00 PM 3:00 PM Meet and greet for families, friends Broadoak & Smallshaw Community Pushpa 07837
Afternoon Tea 2018 and other groups within the Centre, Lad 702517
community centre, to inform them
of our activities and ambitions, and
ending with entertainment from a
magician.
8
time
Walking for 10 July 1:00 PM 3:00 PM Walk followed by refreshments at Grundy Day Centre, Wellington Nothing Jean 0161 761
Health - Bury 2018 Grundy Day Centre Road, Bury BL9 9AH Foster 0046
River Walk
Ainsworth 10 July 10:30 AM 12:00 PM We will be holding our usual coffee Ainsworth Church and £1 Reverend 01204
Community 2018 morning but have invited an Community Hall 106 Bury Old Elaine 388762
Coffee and entertainer along to celebrate the Road Ainsworth BL2 5PQ Larkin
Conversation Festival of ageing.
Afternoon tea 10 July 1:30 PM 3:00 PM An afternoon tea dance with Pinfold Lane day centre, Pinfold Nothing Anna Craig 0161 253
dance 2018 entertainment by a local artist, Lane, Whitefield, M45 7NY 7371
followed by refreshments
Place, 10 July 10:00 AM 5:00 PM This photo and story collection was Bury Art Museum FREE Amy 07517
Belonging 2018 created by Amy Barron, a researcher Moss St, Barron 205929
Prestwich: A in Human Geography based at the Bury,
Photo University of Manchester and friends BL9 0DR
Collection of from Prestwich, Greater Manchester.
Significant THE PHOTO COLLECTION WILL BE
Stories in DISPLAYED BETWEEN TUESDAY 10TH
Prestwich and JULY THROUGH TO SATURDAY 14TH
Beyond JULY
Walking for 10 July 1:00 PM A Health Walk from Bury Leisure Grundy Day Centre, Wellington Free Jean 0161 761
Health Bury 2018 Centre to the river followed by light Road, Bury Foster 0046
River Walk refreshments at Grundy Day Centre
Pilates with 12 July 11:00 AM 12:00 PM Pilates and lots of fun! Phoenix Centre, St Mary's Road, £2 Lorraine 07855
Lorraine 2018 Prestwich M25 1GG Platt 505958
Let's get fit! 13 July 2:15 PM 3:00 PM A qualified instructor guiding St Mary's Park, Prestwich M25 Free Julie 0161 785
2018 participants through a fitness 9LU Bentley 7414
session.
Musical Bingo 9th July 1:00 PM 3:00 PM Musical Bingo Wellington House, Bury, Greater Free of Stephanie 07973
2018 Manchester, BL8 2NG charge Brimelow 731583
The Storybox 9th July 1:30 PM 2:30 PM The Storybox Project – Creative Bury Art Museum & Sculpture Free Liz 07941
Project - 2018 Cafe is a welcoming and fun Centre Moss Street Bury BL9 0DR Postlethwaite 218435
Creative Cafe creative group offering fun, creative
activities designed especially for
people with memory loss or
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dementia and their family and

friends.
Summer 12th July 7:00 PM 9:30 PM An evening of entertainment with Grundy day centre, Wellington £5.00 Anna Craig 0161 253
Shindig - 2018 live music from a local artist, who Road, Bury, BL9 9AH 6555
Festival of will be singing songs from all the
ageing evening decades, followed by a hot supper.
event
10
time
Manchester
MICRA Annual 02 July 5:30 PM 7:00 PM Public lecture St Peters House/Chaplaincy Free event Suzanne 0161 275
Lecture 2018: 2018 Manchester Booth 4891
Loneliness in
later life: social
problem, public
health
problem, or
moral panic?
Family History 02 July 10:30 AM 3:30 PM We will have our help Desk open Central Library St Peters Square Free Elsie Lowe 0161 234
2018 and a table with information about Manchester M2 5PD 1060
our society and what we do.
Sew & Sews 02 July 10:00 AM 12:30 PM Cross stitch, knitting, general crafts Gorton Library, Garratt Way, 50p for Darren 0161 227
2018 and a chance for a natter with a Gorton, M18 8HE refreshements Nixon 3737
cuppa. Takes place every Monday.1
Outside 02 July 11:00 AM 5:00 PM Tune in to 96.9 FM or pop along and National Football Museum, 0 Ed Connole 0161 248
Broadcast at 2018 see us, there'll be interviews, music Urbis Building 6888
National and occasional football chat. Cathedral Gardens
Football Manchester
Museum M4 3BG
Open Taskforce 02 July 11:00 AM 1:00 PM Levenshulme Inspired Taskforce is a Levenshulme Inspire Free Lou Armer 0161 850
Meeting 2018 group of active older people 4044
working towards making the local Refreshments provided, all
area more age friendly. This will be welcome.
an open meeting and the theme for
discussion will be "What does ageing
mean?".
Happy 02 July 2:00 PM 4:00 PM Join us for a mindfulness art session, Levenshulme Inspire Donations Geraldine 0161 850
Mondays - 2018 hosted by Owl and Coconut. Walsh- 4044
Mindfulness Whiteside
Art Session
Aqua Relax 02 July 12:00 PM 1:00 PM If you are living with dementia or Hough End Leisure Centre, 480 £1 Leila 07731
2018 other long term illnesses come and Princess Rd, Manchester M20 1HD Reyhani 852367
11
time
enjoy an Aqua Relax at your local

Better leisure centre.
Find out more at
better.org.uk/dementia-friendly-
manchester
Memory Lane 02 July 10:00 AM 2:00 PM Sharing memories, meeting new Clayton Hall, Clayton Park, Ashton Entrance Lynn 07779
cafe 2018 people, making new friends new Road, Clayton, Manchester, free Blinkhorn 827656
M11 4RU
Aqua Tone 02 July 10:30 AM 11:30 AM Aqua Tone Manchester Aquatics Centre, 2 £2.00 Leila 07731 852
2018 Booth St E, Manchester M13 9SS Reyhani 367
Dance Aerobics 02 July 11:30 AM 12:15 PM Dance Aerobics class for those over Hough End Leisure Centre, 480 £1.50 Leila 07731
2018 50 Princess Rd, Manchester M20 1HD Reyhani 852367
Pilates with 02 July 6:00 PM 7:00 PM Pilates and lots of fun! St John Bosco's Hall, Charlestown £2 Lorraine 07855
Lorraine 2018 Road, Blackley M9 7BD Platt 505958
Circuits with 02 July 6:00 PM 7:00 PM Circuit training for all ages and St John Bosco's Hall, Charlestown £2 Donna 07568
Donna 2018 ability Road, Blackley M9 7BD Young 327527
Sporting 02 July 10:30 AM 12:00 PM Love talking about football this is National Football Museum, Free Louise 0161 871
Memories 2018 the group for you! Urbis Building Rutherford 8177
Cathedral Gardens
Manchester
M4 3BG
Sew & Sews 03 July 2:00 PM 4:00 PM Cross stitch, knitting, general crafts Gorton Library, Garratt Way, 50p for Darren 0161 227
2018 & a natter over a cuppa. Meets Gorton, M18 8HE refreshments Nixon 3737
every Tuesday.
Bobbins 03 July 5:00 PM 7:30 PM Knitting group Gorton Library, Garratt Way, Darren 0161 227
2018 Gorton, M18 8HE Nixon 3737
Local History 03 July 2:00 PM 4:00 PM Come together to share stories and Gorton Library, Garratt Way, Darren 0161 227
Group 2018 memories of local life. Gorton, M18 8HE Nixon 3737
Over 50's Film 03 July 5:00 PM 7:00 PM It will be the launch of over 50s Film Forum Library, Wythenshawe, FREE Leigh 07983
Club Launch 2018 club at the Library - Come and join Forum Square, M22 5RX M'Rabty 093156
us for a free film show evening,
Power Rangers 03 July 11:30 AM 1:00 PM Weekly social & get together for Moss Side Powerhouse Library, Small Anna 0161 227
(Chatty Cafe) 2018 local folk to put the world to rights 140 Raby St, M14 4SL donation for Budrys 3758
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over toast and a cuppa.The group refreshments

also organise day trips.
Exercise and 03 July 11:00 AM 2:00 PM Exercise and Eat is a regular weekly Levenshulme Inspire £2 for the Geraldine 0161 850
Eat 2018 session. It starts with an hour of exercise Walsh- 4044
gentle chair based exercise (£2) and £3 for Whiteside
followed by a delicious 2-course the meal
meal (£3). You can come for the
exercise (11am-12pm) or the meal
(12-2pm) or both, just let us know in
advance so we can make sure there
is enough to go around!
Aqua Relax 03 July 11:00 AM 12:00 PM If you are living with dementia or Manchester Aquatics Centre, 2 £1 Leila 07731
2018 other long term illnesses come and Booth St E, Manchester M13 9SS Reyhani 852367
Find out more at
manchester
Walking Group 03 July 6:00 PM 7:00 PM Walk and talk! Manchester Communications Free Mary 07718
with Mary 2018 Academy, Silchester Drive M40 8LD Dolan 363540
Dolan
Active Minds- 03 July 4:00 PM 6:00 PM A session to encourage lifelong Room 3.01 South Atrium, MMU Free John Miles 07817
Still Learning 2018 learning! Business School, All Saints Campus, 424356
Oxford Road, Manchester M15 6BH
Live how we 04 July 12:00 PM 3:00 PM A festival of dance afternoon, Irish Heritage Centre Cheetham Free Michelle 07753
dance 2018 focused on “Dance” - inspiration Hill Butt 184698
comes from the “levis” advert “Live
how we dance”
Women over 04 July 3:30 PM 8:30 PM Choir Concert to connect with the 9 Chippenham Road, Ancoats, £2.50 Yvonne 07488 264408 /
50's Happy 2018 wider community together with Manchester M4 6FF Edouke 07404 188759
Choir Concert other organisations.
Out In The City 04 July 1:00 PM 3:00 PM Social meeting for members of the Church House, 90 Deansgate, Nil Tony 07434
2018 LGBT+ communities who are age Manchester M3 2GP Openshaw 485000
50+
13
time
Lets get 04 July 10:30 AM 2:30 PM Women from community of interest Woodville Children's Centre The event Ruqia 07914
physical 2018 who are over 50 years of age will Cheetham Hill Manchester M8 will be free Allana 350602
engage in physical activities 0NE but
including gentle movement, donations
dancing, laughing yoga and much are
more. This will be followed by welcome
social eating, sharing experiences
and enjoying the day
50+ 04 July 10:00 AM 1:00 PM Session(s) that can be accessed: East Manchester Leisure Centre, £1.90 for Leila 07731
Community 2018 Public Swimming, Low Impact 189 Grey Mare Ln, Manchester activities, £1 Reyhani 852367
Morning Workout Class, Gymnasium, Social M11 3ND for
Refreshments refreshments
Cost of session(s): £1.90 for after
activities, £1 for refreshments after
Aqua Tone 04 July 11:00 AM 12:00 PM Aqua Tone Manchester Aquatics Centre, 2 £2 Leila 07731
Pilates and 04 July 2:00 PM 3:00 PM Pilates and lots of fun! Whitebeck Court Ground Floor, Free Lorraine 07855
gentle exercise 2018 Victoria Avenue East, Blackley M9 Platt 505958
7HR
Run/walk with 04 July 9:00 AM 10:00 AM Run or walk! Tesco, Victoria Avenue East, £2 Tommy 07914
Tommy Brown 2018 Blackley M9 6HP Brown 874997
Hulme Fun for 04 July 10:00 AM 2:00 PM Over 50's fun day, a range of fun Aquarius centre , 21 Eden Close, Lesley 0161 230
the Young at 2018 activities to bring out the inner child. Hulme M15 6 AX Brereton 1076
Heart
Why am I? 05 July 5:30 PM 8:00 PM Why am I? brings together the Manchester Art Gallery Free of Ruth 0161 235
2018 creative skills of Manchester Art charge Edson 8877
Gallery Age Friendly Collective. Join
us for an evening reflecting on
perceptions of age, self and identity
through poetry, song, creative
activities and conversation.
Coffee 05 July 10:00 AM 12:00 PM Weekly get together over tea, toast Gorton Library, Garratt Way, Small charge for Darren 0161 227
Morning 2018 and a natter. Gorton, M18 8HE refreshments Nixon 3737
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time
(Chatty Cafe)
Bridge Club 05 July 10:00 AM 12:00 PM Weekly get together for Bridge- Gorton Library, Garratt Way, Small amount Darren 0161 227
2018 playing. Refresments available. Gorton, M18 8HE for Nixon 3737
refreshments
Time to Thrive 05 July 11:00 AM 2:00 PM Cream team and pamper sessions Talbot House 1 High Peak Street The event Abigail 0161 203
2018 for parent carers (aged 50+) of Newton Heath M40 3AT will be free Birch 4095
children with learning disabilities to those
attending
Dance Exercise 05 July 10:30 AM 11:30 AM If you prefer something a little more Levenshulme Inspire £2 Geraldine 0161 850
with Hazel 2018 active than chair based exercise, Walsh- 4044
then this is for you - lively dance Whiteside
exercise and great music with Hazel.
Computer 05 July 12:00 PM 3:00 PM Drop in session to learn how to get Levenshulme Inspire Free Geraldine 0161 850
Buddy 2018 the best from your computer and Walsh- 4044
digital technology. Volunteer helpers Whiteside
available.
Aqua Relax 05 July 11:00 AM 12:00 PM If you are living with dementia or East Manchester Leisure Centre £1 Leila 07731
2018 other long term illnesses come and 189 Grey Mare Ln, Manchester Reyhani 852367
enjoy an Aqua Relax at your local M11 3ND
Find out more at
manchester
Aqua Relax 05 July 11:00 AM 12:00 PM If you are living with dementia or North City Family and Fitness £1 Leila 07731
2018 other long term illnesses come and Centre, Upper Conran Street, Reyhani 852367
enjoy an Aqua Relax at your local Harpurhey, Manchester, Greater
Better leisure centre. Manchester M9 4DA
Find out more at
manchester
50+ Total Body 05 July 10:00 AM 11:00 AM Low impact workout class for 50+. Wythenshawe Forum, Simonsway, £4 Leila 07731
Conditioning 2018 Join our friendly community group Wythenshawe, Manchester M22 Reyhani 852367
every Thursday between 10-11am 5RX
15
time
for fun and fitness, no matter what

your ability.
Swim for 50+ 05 July 11:00 AM 12:00 PM Public swimming 50+ session. Join Wythenshawe Forum, Simonsway, £3.70 Leila 07731
2018 our friendly community group every Wythenshawe, Manchester M22 standard, Reyhani 852367
Thursday between 10-11am for fun 5RX £2.60
and fitness, no matter what your MCRactive
ability.
Aqua Tone and 05 July 10:15 AM 12:30 PM Aqua Tone and stretch and tone Manchester Aquatics Centre, 2 £2 Leila 07731
stretch and 2018 Booth St E, Manchester M13 9SS Reyhani 852367
tone
Heritage and 05 July 1:00 PM 3:00 PM Local history talks! The Monastery, Gorton M12 5WF £3 or £2 for Emma 0161 223
History Talks 2018 concessions Bryning 3211
Coverdale & 05 July 1:00 PM 4:00 PM Afternoon Tea & Cake Event on Coverdale & Newbank Richard 07796
Newbank 2018 Thursday 5th July as part of Community Hub - Cornbrook Sherwin 718654
Afternoon Tea Manchester Festival of Ageing House - 217 Stockport Road -
& Cake Ardwick M12 4DY
Golden Voices 05 July 10:30 AM We are a choir and would like to Band on the Wall, 25 Swan Street, Julie Jones
Community 2018 extend our meetings during the The Northern Quarter M4 5JZ
Choir Festival and invite other people to
join up
Summer Party 06 July 5:00 PM 10:00 PM Buffet & Music, hopefully our Communal Lounge 61 Greenwood No Karen 07866
2018 outdoor area will be finished if not Rd Standish WN6 0NH Dawson 747079
we will be having the party in the
communal lounge
The Great Tea 06 July 12:00 AM 3:00 PM We will have a tea dance for learning Manchester People First, 3 free Stephen 0161 839
Dance 2018 disabled people. We will have music, Broughton St. Cheetham Hill, M8 Hughes 3700
and refreshments as well as a raffle 8RF
and bingo.
Friday Coffee 06 July 10:00 AM 12:00 AM Coffee morning with hot drinks and The church of the Apostles 40p cup of Rev Ellie 07887
morning and 2018 breakfast available Manchester , Ridgway street, tea/ coffee Trimble 601451
activities Miles Platting , M40 7 FY 60 p
toaster
/crumpet
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Aqua Relax 06 July 11:00 AM 12:00 PM If you are living with dementia or Abraham Moss Leisure Centre, £1 Leila 07731
2018 other long term illnesses come and Crescent Road, Crumpsall, Reyhani 852367
enjoy an Aqua Relax at your local Manchester M8 5UF
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Aqua Relax 06 July 2:00 PM 3:00 PM If you are living with dementia or Arcadia Library & Leisure Centre £1 Leila 07731
2018 other long term illnesses come and Yew Tree Ave, Manchester M19 Reyhani 852367
enjoy an Aqua Relax at your local 3PH
Find out more at
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Aqua Relax 06 July 1:00 PM 2:00 PM If you are living with dementia or Wythenshawe Forum, Simonsway, £1 Leila 07731
2018 other long term illnesses come and Wythenshawe, Manchester M22 Reyhani 852367
enjoy an Aqua Relax at your local 5RX
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Run/walk with 06 July 6:00 PM 7:00 PM Run or walk! Tesco, Victoria Avenue East, £2 Donna 07568
Donna Young 2018 Blackley M9 6HP Young 327527
Afternoon Tea 07 July 2:00 PM 4:00 PM Afternoon Tea for local residents Stirling Centre, Scotland Hall Road, Free Jane 07922
2018 aged 50+ - prepared and served by Newton Heath, Manchester M40 Chadfield 644407
volunteers from the Stirling Centre 2AZ
Youth Club
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Afternoon Tea 07 July 2:30 PM 3:30 PM Come along and have a slice of cake, Forum Library, Wythenshawe, FREE Leigh 07983
2018 cup of tea and a chat. Forum Square, M22 5RX M'Rabty 093156
Social Chatty 07 July 10:00 AM 3:00 PM Weekly social cafe at The Place at Fallowfield community library, The FREE Leigh 07983
Cafe 2018 Platt Lane, come along enjoy a free Place at Platt Lane, Platt Lane, M'Rabty 093156
coffee and biscuit, and a lovely chat M14 7FB
with your neighbours.
Open day at 07 July 11:00 AM 4:00 PM Visit to Victorian rooms, Clayton Hall Clayton Hall, Clayton Park, Ashton Entrance Lynn 07779
Clayton Hall 2018 history talks at 12 and 2pm, small new Road, Clayton, Manchester, free Blinkhorn 827656
living history Ancoats Dispensary exhibition M11 4RU
museum
Run with Donna 07 July 9:00 AM 10:00 AM Run with Donna Young Boggart Hole Clough Running £2 Donna 07568
Young 2018 Track, Charlestown Road M9 7DH Young 327527
Walk and chat 07 July 9:00 AM 10:00 AM Walk and talk! Boggart Hole Clough Running £2 Lorraine 07855
with Lorraine 2018 Track, Charlestown Road M9 7DH Platt 505958
The Elgar 07 July 2:00 PM 5:00 PM Members of the Pleyel ensemble Elizabeth Gaskell's House, 84 £20 David 0161 439
Society Present 2018 perform Elgar's Piano Quintet in the Plymouth Grove, Manchester M13 Advance Jones 7176
Elgar's Piano beautiful restored home of Elizabeth 9LW tickets
Quintet Gaskell only
Positively 07 July 2:00 PM 4:00 PM A fun and entertaining 2 hour event JNR8 Youth & Community Centre, Chris 07751
Ageing: A 2018 featuring interactive performances 82 Cromwell Avenue, Whalley Ricard 666150
Range of Age- from local over 50's musicians, Range, M16 0BG
friendly Fun poets and entertainers, a music
(and cake) workshop, chair based exercise and
Tai Chi - and afternoon tea!
Arabic feast of 07 July 12:00 PM 2:00 PM An afternoon of Arabic music and 195 Wilmslow Road, M14 5AQ Hanif 07957
Music & Food 2018 Arabic traditional food Bobat 317707
A Retro 08 July 7:00 PM 10:00 PM A Retro Summer Music Festival open FC United of Manchester, Function £5.00 for Tracey 0161 234
Summer Music 2018 to members of North City Nomads Room, Lightbowne Road, Moston, NCN Annette 4299
Festival and their Friends. Local transport to Manchester 40 Members
and from the event will be provided. inc
This will be a ticket only event in transport -
order to manage the limited £10 for
numbers. non
members
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Singing in the 08 July 11:00 AM 4:30 PM A free singing extravaganza to Whitworth Art Gallery, Oxford Free Clare 0161 275
City! 2018 celebrate the 70th Anniversaryof the Road M15 6ER Cowell 8459
NHS in the City which opened the
first NHS Hospital!
Gorton Visual 08 July 12:00 PM 3:30 PM Come and view our recent work and The Aviary Community Rooms, Free Ian McKay 07752
Arts 2018 projects! Debdale Park, 1075 Hyde Road, 126007
Gorton M18 7LJ
Sunday 08 July 10:45 AM 12:30 PM In this Sunday Assembly we will be Brooks Building, Cavendish North, Jenny
Assembly: 2018 celebrating all of the wisdom and wit Cavendish Street, Manchester M15 Gaskell
Getting On of older people with an assembly 6BG
exclusively hosted by people over
the age of 65. Expect wise words,
poetry, singing, a touch of
mindfulness and of course – tea and
cake!
Happy 09 July 2:00 PM 4:00 PM Levenshulme Inspire Geraldine 0161 850
Mondays - 2018 Walsh- 4044
Spring into Whiteside
Summer Event
Aqua Relax 09 July 12:00 PM 1:00 PM If you are living with dementia or Hough End Leisure Centre, 480 £1 Leila 07731
2018 other long term illnesses come and Princess Rd, Manchester M20 1HD Reyhani 852367
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Aqua Tone 09 July 10:30 AM 11:30 AM Aqua Tone Manchester Aquatics Centre, 2 £2 Leila 07731
Pilates with 09 July 6:00 PM 7:00 PM Pilates and lots of fun! St John Bosco's Hall, Charlestown £2 Lorraine 07855
Lorraine 2018 Road, Blackley M9 7BD Platt 505958
Circuits with 09 July 6:00 PM 7:00 PM Circuit training for all ages and ability St John Bosco's Hall, Charlestown £2 Donna 07568
Donna 2018 Road, Blackley M9 7BD Young 327527
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What's Time? 10 July 1:00 PM 4:00 PM Join musicians from the Royal 39-43 King Street, Manchester M2 Free Hannah 07808
2018 Northern College of Music, scientists 7AT Renshall 641784
and psychologists from the
University of Manchester to explore
the passage of time in music, physics
and psychology.
This event is free to attend and open
to anyone - absolutely no prior
knowledge required!
Exercise and 10 July 11:00 AM 2:00 PM Exercise and Eat is a regular weekly Levenshulme Inspire £2 for the Geraldine 0161 850
Eat 2018 session. It starts with an hour of exercise Walsh- 4044
gentle chair based exercise (£2) and £3 for Whiteside
followed by a delicious 2-course the meal
meal (£3). You can come for the
exercise (11am-12pm) or the meal
(12-2pm) or both, just let us know in
advance so we can make sure there
is enough to go around!
Let's Sing! 10 July 1:30 PM 3:00 PM We will be singing and making music Parkfield Court, Barlow Moor Road Nothing Alison 0161 884
Singing for Fun 2018 together with afternoon tea Didsbury M20 2GE Broadhurst 0562
group
Aqua Relax 10 July 11:00 AM 12:00 PM If you are living with dementia or Manchester Aquatics Centre, 2 £1 Leila 07731
2018 other long term illnesses come and Booth St E, Manchester M13 9SS Reyhani 852367
manchester
Walking Group 10 July 6:00 PM 7:00 PM Walk and talk! Manchester Communications Free Mary 07718
with Mary 2018 Academy, Silchester Drive M40 8LD Dolan 363540
Dolan
Chatty Crafters 10 July 1:00 PM 3:00 PM Explore crafty projects! The Monastery, Gorton M12 5WF £3 or £2 for Emma 0161 223
2018 concessions Bryning 3211
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Manchester Art 10 July 10:15 AM 12:00 PM Philosophy Cafe! Manchester Art Gallery, Mosley Free Ruth 0161 235
Gallery 2018 Street M2 3JL Edson 8877
Sonderful Picnic 11 July 12:00 PM 3:00 AM Bring a picnic, take part in a Castlefield. Free. Jemma 07707
2018 traditional tea dance and to the Tanswell 419113
music of a brass band. The group
will be able to also take part in a
historical tour of Castlefield and
create a podcast.
Pilates and 11 July 2:00 PM 3:00 PM Pilates and lots of fun! Whitebeck Court Ground Floor, Free Lorraine 07855
gentle exercise 2018 Victoria Avenue East, Blackley M9 Platt 505958
7HR
Dancing into 11 July 12:00 PM 4:00 PM A Vintage Afternoon of cream tea to Barlow Moor Community Elaine 0161 446
Summer 2018 be held at Barlow Moor Community Association, 23 Merseybank Metz and 4805
Centre between 12-4 and be open to Avenue, Chorlton, Manchester Rachel
all community members. M21 7NT Hughes
Southfest 11 July We want to bring older people from Christ Church, Darley Avenue, Jamie 0161 448
2018 our core areas of Chorlton, Didsbury,Manchester M20 2ZD Dean 4200
Burnage, Old Moat and Withington
together.
Afternoon Tea 11 July 1:30 PM 4:00 PM Afternoon Tea for local residents Gorton Community Centre Doreen 0161 223
at Gorton 2018 aged 50+, free for people to attend Martin 1516
Community
Centre
Lovechester 12 July 10:30 AM 12:00 PM Lovechester 1970s is a romantic Chorlton Good Neighbours, £1 Helen 0161 881
1970's - a 2018 comedy performed by older Wilbraham St Ninians Church, including Hibberd 2925
romantic members of CGN's theatre Egerton rd South, M21 0XJ tea and
comedy workshop. coffee
Afternoon Tea 12 July 2:00 PM 4:00 PM Afternoon Tea event, come and join Didsbury Library, 692 Wilmslow FREE Leigh 07983
2018 us for stimulating conversation, Road, M20 2DN M'Rabty 093156
helped along by Tea and cake.
Friendly, open and Fun.
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Dance Exercise 12 July 10:30 AM 11:30 AM If you prefer something a little more Levenshulme Inspire, 747 £2 Geraldine 0161 850
with Hazel 2018 active than chair based exercise, Stockport Road, Levenshulme, Walsh- 4044
then this is for you - lively dance M19 3AR Whiteside
exercise and great music with Hazel.
Computer 12 July 12:00 PM 3:00 PM Drop in session to learn how to get Levenshulme Inspire Free Geraldine 0161 850
Buddy 2018 the best from your computer and Walsh- 4044
digital technology. Volunteer helpers Whiteside
available.
Aqua Relax 12 July 11:00 AM 12:00 PM If you are living with dementia or East Manchester Leisure Centre £1 Leila 07731
2018 other long term illnesses come and 189 Grey Mare Ln, Manchester Reyhani 852367
enjoy an Aqua Relax at your local M11 3ND
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Aqua Relax 12 July 11:00 AM 12:00 PM If you are living with dementia or North City Family and Fitness £1 Leila 07731
2018 other long term illnesses come and Centre, Upper Conran Street, Reyhani 852367
enjoy an Aqua Relax at your local Harpurhey, Manchester, Greater
Better leisure centre. Manchester M9 4DA
Find out more at
manchester
50+ Total Body 12 July 10:00 AM 11:00 AM Low impact workout class for 50+. Wythenshawe Forum, Simonsway, £4 Leila 07731
Conditioning 2018 Join our friendly community group Wythenshawe, Manchester M22 Reyhani 852367
every Thursday between 10-11am 5RX
for fun and fitness, no matter what
your ability.
Swim for 50+ 12 July 11:00 AM 12:00 PM Public swimming 50+ session. Join Wythenshawe Forum, Simonsway, £3.70 Leila 07731
2018 our friendly community group every Wythenshawe, Manchester M22 standard, Reyhani 852367
Thursday between 10-11am for fun 5RX £2.60
and fitness, no matter what your MCRactive
ability.
Natural Dye 12 July 1:00 PM 3:00 PM This workshop is open to anyone CFCCA, 13 Thomas Street, Free Abi 0161 832
workshop with 2018 55+, it is free and Chinese tea Manchester, M4 1EU Mitchell 7271
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artist Talie refreshments will be available. The

Linseed activity is low stress and will be
seated. The gallery is fully accessible.
Talie Linseed will be leading this
hands on workshop, a local artist
based in Manchester.
St Georges 12 July 1:00 PM 3:00 PM Knit and Natter with the residents of St Georges Court Sheltered FREE Lesley 01204
Court – Knit & 2018 St Georges Court. Accommodation Scheme Tyrer 329678
Natter The group are busy knitting blankets Back Lane
for refugees and the salvation army. Bolton
Everyone welcome! BL1 2DP
Free cake and coffee
Aqua Tone and 12 July 10:15 AM 12:30 PM Aqua Tone and stretch and tone Manchester Aquatics Centre, 2 £2 Leila 07731
stretch and 2018 Booth St E, Manchester M13 9SS Reyhani 852367
tone
The Great 12 July 12:00 PM 3:00 PM A garden party to celebrate the Openshaw Resource Centre 10 Terri 0161 302
Openshaw 2018 contribution of local older people Catherine Street Openshaw Torevell 4129
Garden Party and highlight how Age UK Manchester
Manchester can support those in the
community. Contact: 0161 205 3851
Moston Brook 12 July 10:15 AM 12:00 PM Two free guided photography walks Meeting Point @ Little Lavender Leon 07768
age friendly 2018 with Richard Bruce AKA Walking Community Hub, 27 Parkfield Road Wilde 788887
guided photographer, North, New Moston M40 3TB
photography http:/www.walkingphotographertour
walk s.com/walking-photography-
workshops.com.
Water taster 12 July 1:00 PM 4:00 PM Water activity taster session at Debdale Oiutdoor Centre, 1073 Angela 07795
activity at 2018 Debdale Outdoor Centre, Gorton for Hyde Road, Gorton, M18 7LJ Martin 651960
Debdale older people, these would be aimed
Outdoor Centre at those with a physical/ learning
disability. Each session is approx 3
hours long, this includes arrival,
safety briefing, activity and
refreshments afterwards. There are
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2 accessible boats for those with

physical disabilities.
Kayak and 12 July 2:00 PM 4:00 PM A Kayak and canoe session on a safe Water Adventure Centre, The Old Pauline 0161 301
Canoe sessions 2018 stretch of the Ashton Canal in Boathouse, Off Maddison Road, Venus 2673
for up to 20 Droylsden. Droylsden, Manchester M43 6ES
people
Golden Voices 12 July 10:20 AM We are a choir and would like to Band on the Wall, 25 Swan Street, Julie Jones
Community 2018 extend our meetings during the The Northern Quarter M4 5JZ
Choir Festival and invite other people to
join up
The Afterparty 12 July 6:30 PM 9:30 PM There will be music, pop up photo- Night and Day Cafe, 26 Oldham St, Lauren or 0161 207
2018 booths, and an opportunity for Manchester M1 1JN Alex 0800
people to meet and form new
friendships across ages.
Older Lesbian & 13 July 5:00 PM 7:00 PM Details will be given closer to the LGBT Foundation Free Virginie 0345 330
Bi Women 2018 date on the website: Assal 3030
Community lgbt.foundation/women/olb
Event
The 13 July 8:00 PM 1:30 AM Our monthly club night and The Carlton Club Carlton Road £7.00 Paul 07811
Psychedelic 2018 celebration of electronic dance Whalley Range Manchester M16 Darnborough 329055
DiscoTech music, playing Psychedelia from the 8BE
60's disco from the 70's and 80's
and progressive transcendent
techno.
Aqua Relax 13 July 11:00 AM 12:00 PM If you are living with dementia or Abraham Moss Leisure Centre, £1 Leila 07731
2018 other long term illnesses come and Crescent Road, Crumpsall, Reyhani 852367
enjoy an Aqua Relax at your local Manchester M8 5UF
Find out more at
manchester
Aqua Relax 13 July 2:00 PM 3:00 PM If you are living with dementia or Arcadia Library & Leisure Centre £1 Leila 07731
2018 other long term illnesses come and Yew Tree Ave, Manchester M19 Reyhani 852367
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manchester
Aqua Relax 13 July 1:00 PM 2:00 PM If you are living with dementia or Wythenshawe Forum, Simonsway, £1 Leila 07731
2018 other long term illnesses come and Wythenshawe, Manchester M22 Reyhani 852367
enjoy an Aqua Relax at your local 5RX
Find out more at
manchester
Run/walk with 13 July 6:00 PM 7:00 PM Run or walk! Tesco, Victoria Avenue East, £2 Donna 07568
Donna Young 2018 Blackley M9 6HP Young 327527
Get engaged , 13 July 11:00 AM 2:00 PM Meet and Greet Event , where a free The Castlefield Hotel YMCA, Nicole 0161 837
Get active, 2018 gourmet buffet style brunch will be Liverpool Road, M3 4JR Joseph 3535
Have fun on offer. This is available for people
over 50 who want to know more YMCA Manchester are also
about what the YMCA in Manchester offering 25 x Free ten day gym
have on offer. passes, this gets you full access to
the gym, classes, stream room
and the swimming pool.
Run with 14 July 9:00 AM 10:00 AM Run with Donna Young Boggart Hole Clough Running £2 Donna 07568
Donna Young 2018 Track, Charlestown Road M9 7DH Young 327527
Walk and chat 14 July 9:00 AM 10:00 AM Walk and talk! Boggart Hole Clough Running £2 Lorraine 07855
with Lorraine 2018 Track, Charlestown Road M9 7DH Platt 505958
Celebration of 15 July 12:00 PM 5:00 PM This Celebration of Active Irish World Heritage Cantre,I Irish free Bridie 07703
Active 2018 Togetherness event would be an Town Way,Manchester M8 0AE Breen 726169
Togetherness occasion where the
Volunteers,friends and family can
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themselves enjoy being entertained

and participate in activities on the
day,which embraces traditional Irish
music and dancing like they still love
to do.
Ladybarn’s 07 July 12:30 PM 2:30 PM The Summer Extravaganza will begin Ladybarn Community Hub, Royle £5 Fiona 0161 224
Summer 2018 with a selection of summer drinks Street, M14 6RN Ashmore 3733
Extravaganza being served in the marquee. Once a
refreshing drink has been enjoyed,
the band will play a set, outdoors in
the marquee area. Food will be
served indoors followed by the
various activities on offer.
Royal Voluntary 03 July 2:00:00 PM 4:00:00 PM Please contact the WRVS for further Anchor Court, 132 Bury Old Road, Nothing - Karen 07795
Service, First 2018 information - funded by Royal Cheetham, Manchester M8 5DR Kennedy 450563
Time for Voluntary Service and the Prudential
Everything - First Time for Everything
Chair Yoga
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Oldham
Suburban 02 July 8:15 PM 10:45 PM Big Band swing night with guest Oldham St Annes A.R.L.F.C, £3.50 per Mr J 07970
Swing 2018 vocalists, music and dancing Higginshaw Rd, Oldham OL1 3JY person Pierson 218092
Orchestra Big
Band Night
Shaw and 03 July 10:00 AM 1:00 PM Conversation and befriending for Shaw & Crompton Parish Council Free to Tony 01706
Crompton Over 2018 new people through bingo, quiz, Offices, 1 Kershaw Street East, attend Hilton 847590
50's Friendship music, talks (guest speakers), food Shaw, Oldham OL2 8AB
Days and refreshment
Singing at 03 July 12:30 PM 2:00 PM planning on arranging two beginner Tandle View Court, Rochdale Road, Tina 0370 192
Tandle View 2018 singing sessions for people to come Royton, Oldham, OL2 5QT Milne/Issie 4237 / 0370
along, meet new people and have Howard 192 4444
fun. It’s open to all and no prior
singing skills are required.
Alan Bracewell 05 July 8:00 PM 10:30 PM Big Band dance band night with The Oddies 12 Union St, Royton, £2.50 Mr J 07970
Dance Band 2018 vocalists for music and dancing Oldham OL2 5JD Pierson 218092
Night
Generations 05 July 10:00 AM 2:00 PM An interactive day, in the fresh air, Wernerth Lifelong Learning Centre Free Mahmuda 0161 770
Together in 2018 with employers and agencies to OL8 1RB Khanom 4674
Oldham discover the help on offer to support
residents get back into work, kick-
start their own business or provide
them support with health and well-
being. Arts and crafts will be
available, exercise classes and much
more.
Festival 07 July 12:30 PM 4:00 PM We will serve lunch, have an 5-7 Beal Lane, Shaw, Oldham OL2 Janet Heap 077581
Saturday 2018 afternoon of Fellowship and Fun. 8UY 92540
Adrian Reed 11 July 8:30 PM 10:45 PM Piano Jazz Trio with the fabulous The Puckersley Inn 22 Narrowgate free Mr J 07970
Jazz Trio with 2018 pianist Adrian Reed plus guest Brow, Royton, Oldham OL2 6YD Pierson 218092
Vocalist vocalist
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Alan Bracewell 12 July 8:15 PM 10:30 PM Big Band dance night, music and The Oddies 12 Union St, Royton, £2.50 Mr J 07970
Dance Band 2018 dancing with vocalists Oldham OL2 5JD Pierson 218092
evening
Oldham 14 July 7:30 PM 9:30 PM Classical Music concert conducted St Paul's Church, Royton, Church Normal price Ann Jones 0161 626
Symphony 2018 by Marco Bellasi. Programme:- Bizet Street, Royton, Oldham, £10, age 2417
Orchestra L'Arlesienne Suite No 2; Guilmant Lancashire, OL2 5JS concessions
Summer Symphony for organ and orchestra, £6, children
Concert soloist Chris Price; Saint-Saens Cello £3
Concerto No , soloist Lili Holland-
Fricke, Schubert Symphony No 8
"The Unfinished"
Health MOT 9th July 10:00 AM 12:00 PM A health trainer would provide mini Smallbridge Library , Stevenson Free Deb Ryan 01706
2018 MOT checks (height, weight and BP) Square, Smallbridge OL12 9SA 659978
and can give information about
health and wellbeing and the
different services that are on offer.
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Rochdale
Scrabble 02 July 10:30 AM 12:00 PM Join our weekly games morning - Alkrington Library Free Joanne 01706
Morning 2018 great for anyone who enjoys a Kirkway Eaves 924941
friendly game of Scrabble. People Middleton M24 1LW
of all levels of experience and
ability are welcome. Boards, tiles
and refreshments are provided.
Knit and Natter 02 July 2:00 PM 3:30 PM Give our fortnightly group a try - Alkrington Library Free Joanne 01706
2018 perfect for anyone wanting to learn Kirkway Eaves 924941
to knit or crochet, but people of all Middleton M24 1LW
experience levels welcome.
Refreshments provided.
Wardle Art 02 July 2:00 PM 4:00 PM Wardle Art Group welcomes all Wardle Library Free Joanne 01706
Group 2018 adults, from experienced artists of 448 Birch Road Eaves 924941
all abilities, to complete beginners. Wardle
Rochdale OL12 9LH
Wardle 02 July 6:30 PM 7:15 PM Why not try our monthly book Wardle Library Free Joanne 01706
Reading Group 2018 group? Perfect for those who enjoy 448 Birch Road Eaves 924941
reading, and lively discussions with Wardle
new people about what they've Rochdale OL12 9LH
read. We provide the books on
loan - a new title each month.
Milnrow 02 July 10:00 AM 12:00 PM Our weekly Walking for Health Milnrow Library Free Joanne 01706
Walking Group 2018 walks in the beautiful countryside Newhey Road Eaves 924941
around Milnrow are perfect for Milnrow OL16 3PS
new and experienced walkers alike
and are suitable for people looking
to increase their activity levels.
Please note: walks may include
moderate slopes, steps, uneven
surfaces and stiles.
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Knit and Natter 02 July 2:00 PM 4:00 PM If you enjoy a natter with your Milnrow Library Free Joanne 01706
2018 knitting, bring along your needles Newhey Road Eaves 924941
and wool and join our friendly Milnrow OL16 3PS
weekly group. All levels of ability
and experience welcome!
Armchair 02 July 2:30 PM 4:00 PM Try some gentle, seated exercises Junction Library and Community £3, including Joanne 01706
Exercise 2018 - great for improving posture and Centre refreshments Eaves 924941
balance. Grimshaw Lane
Middleton M24 2BW
Middleton 02 July 5:00 PM 7:00 PM A friendly knit-and-natter group, Middleton Library, Long Street, It's free! Cornelia 01706
Library Knitting 2018 where you can come to knit or Middleton M24 6DU Stirzaker 927101
Group crochet, for a brew and a chat.
Meets every Monday.
Silver Surfers 03 July 10:00 AM 12:00 PM Improve your digital skills and Smithy Bridge Library Free Joanne 01706
2018 confidence in a relaxed setting at 121-123 Smithy Bridge Road Eaves 924941
our weekly computer group. No Littleborough OL15 0BQ
experience required.
Singalong 03 July 11:00 AM 12:00 PM When did you last enjoy a good Heywood Library Free (small Joanne 01706
2018 sing? Discover the benefits of Lance Corporal Stephen Shaw M charge for Eaves 924941
singing along to some favourites C Way refreshments)
(and perhaps request your own) Heywood OL10 1LL
at our relaxed and enjoyable
monthly group.
03 July 10:00 AM 12:00 Interested in knitting and crochet? Learn a new Smallbridge Library Free Joanne 01706
Knit and Natter 2018 PM skill, or brush up on your technique at our Stevenson Square Eaves 924941
friendly weekly group. Rochdale OL12 9SA
Knit and Natter 03 July 2:00 PM 4:00 Bring your own knitting and make some new Junction Library and Community Free Joanne 01706
2018 PM friends over a ball of wool and a cup of tea. Centre Eaves 924941
Grimshaw Lane
Middleton M24 2BW
Weekly Walks 03 July 10:00 AM 12:00 Our weekly Walking for Health walks in the beautiful Littleborough Library Free Joanne 01706
2018 PM countryside around Littleborough are perfect for new Hare Hill Park Eaves 924941
and experienced walkers alike and are suitable for Littleborough OL15 9HE
people looking to increase their activity levels. Please
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note: walks may include moderate slopes, steps,

uneven surfaces and stiles.
Beginners 04 July 10:30 AM 11:30 A beginners computer class, where you can go Middleton Library, Long Street, It's free Cornelia 01706
Computer Class 2018 AM at your own speed, starting at the very Middleton M24 6DU Stirzaker 927101
beginning, or at a more advanced level,
depending on your ability. With patient help on
hand.
A Ugandan 05 July 2:30 PM 4:00 A talk and slide show Milnrow Library , Newhey Road , free event Jean 01706
Experience : A 2018 PM Refreshments available for a small charge . Milnrow OL16 3PS. Gregory 641563
visit to Goshen
school , Talk
and slide show
Sing for your 05 July 5:30 PM 7:30 PM Supper and a sing song with an Saxon House, West View, Rachel 07866
supper 2018 artist Littleborough, Lancs OL15 0JR Saunders 485981
Hobo's Retreat 05 July 8:30 AM 11:30 AM Live country music. It is a listening Heywood Reform Club. Tower St. £6 for a Malcolm 07841
CMC Tower St. 2018 club not a dancing club. Heywood. OL10 3AA band, £4 Jones 660251
OL10 3AA July for a solo
5th "The Real Entry Fee £6 starts 8.30pm- act.
Deal" band. 11.30pm. July 12th Lainey West.
Entry Fee £4 starts 8.30pm -
11.30pm. All enquiries to Malcolm
07841 660 251
Family History 05 July 2:00 PM 4:00 PM Interested in researching your family Heywood Library Free Joanne 01706
Group 2018 history? Our monthly group offers Lance Corporal Stephen Shaw M C Eaves 924941
support and advice on tracing your Way
ancestry and helping to build your Heywood OL10 1LL
family tree.
Knitting Group 05 July 2:00 PM 4:00 PM Whether you’re a complete beginner Wardle Library Free Joanne 01706
2018 or an avid knitter, bring along your 448 Birch Road Eaves 924941
wool and your needles and enjoy a Wardle
cup of tea with our lovely group. Rochdale OL12 9LH
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Middleton 05 July 10:00 AM 12:00 AM Middleton Family History Group Middleton Library, Long Street, It's free Cornelia 01706
Family History 2018 meet every Thursday, and you can Middleton M24 6DU Stirzaker 927101
Group find out more about how best to
research your family history, get
help with the Ancestry and Find My
Past websites, and meet other
likeminded people for a brew and a
chat.
Arts and Crafts 05 July 1:00 PM 3:00 PM LivingWell invite to a friendly arts Middleton Library, Long Street, It's free Cornelia 01706
for Wellbeing 2018 and crafts group, who make Middleton M24 6DU Stirzaker 927101
different crafts every week.
Refreshments and all materials are
provided.
Afternoon tea 05 July 12:00 PM 2:00 PM To host an afternoon tea, with the Clough Court, Boarshaw Road, Rachel 07866
& music 2018 local school brass band attending Middleton M24 6AQ Saunders 485981
Singing for our 05 July 7:00 PM 10:00 PM Supper with an artist Barnett Court, Coomassie Rachel 07866
supper 2018 Street, Heywood, Lancs OL10 3BE Saunders 485981
Off Key 05 July 12:30 PM 3:30 PM Afternoon tea with a local pianist Yew Court, Warwick Street, Rachel 07866
2018 Rochdale, Lancs OL12 9XD Saunders 485981
Singing for 06 July 5:30 PM 8:00 PM Supper and artist Olive Standring House, Rachel 07866
supper 2018 Todmorden Road, Saunders 485981
Littleborough, OL15 9AH
Craft Group 06 July 10:00 AM 12:00 PM A craft group that meet every Friday Milnrow Library Free Jean 01706
2018 , bringing projects they are working Newhey Road Gregory 641563
on , Refreshments available for a Milnrow
small charge . OL16 3PS
Games Club 06 July 1:30 PM 3:30 PM No one to share your love of board Heywood Library Free Joanne 01706
2018 games with? Come along to our Lance Corporal Stephen Shaw M C Eaves 924941
friendly monthly group and play a Way
variety of board games including Heywood OL10 1LL
Scrabble, Cluedo and Trivial Pursuit,
or bring your own favourite game.
Informal sessions in the library
meeting room, no commitment
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Discover your 06 July 2:00 PM 3:00 PM Find out how easy it is to access Junction Library and Community Free Joanne 01706
library online! 2018 library services online. Learn how to Centre Eaves 924941
reserve books via the internet, Grimshaw Lane
browse and download e-books and Middleton M24 2BW
e-audiobooks using our BorrowBox
service, and much more.
60s Afternoon 06 July 12:30 PM 2:30 PM A 60's afternoon tea Sheriff Street, Milnrow, OL16 3PW Rachel 07866
Tea Dance 2018 Saunders 485981
Mountside 06 July 12:30 PM 3:00 PM Buffet lunch with an artist Mountside View, Thrum Hall Lane, Rachel 07866
View afternoon 2018 Shawclough, Rochdale OL12 6DE Saunders 485981
tea
DWC singing 06 July 6:00 PM 9:00 PM Supper and live music Derrick Walker Court, Manchester Rachel 07866
for their supper 2018 Road, Sudden, Rochdale OL11 4HU Saunders 485981
60's tea dance 06 July 1:00 PM 3:00 PM 60's afternoon tea dance Chisholm Court, Off Wood Street, Rachel 07866
2018 Middleton, Manchester M24 4BE Saunders 485981
50's-60's 06 July To host a 50's/60's lunch Ravendale, Ravendale Close, Rachel 07866
afternoon 2018 Meadow View, Cutgate, Rochdale, Saunders 485981
OL12 7PF
Cantare Choir 07 July 6:00 PM 8:00 PM Join Cantare, Rochdale's foremost Ellenroad Engine House Steam £8 Joanne 07854
Concert - 2018 female voice choir, as they Museum, Elizabethan Way, (Accompanied Eaves 116347
'Stand Up and commemorate 100 years of Milnrow, OL16 4LE children free)
Be Counted' women's history.
Step Back in 07 July 2:00 PM 5:00 PM We are holding an afternoon tea Cherwell Wellbeing Hub, Cherwell Ruth 01706
Time 2018 dance, on 11th July 2018. 12.30-3.30, Avenue, Heywood OL10 4SY Bamber 626747
food will be provided at 1pm. We
have a "Versatile songstress from There is no charge for our event,
Southport" who will be playing live and places are limited to 50
music and singing songs throughout attendees, so booking is essential.
the 60’s,70’s or requests from our People can find out more or
guests! The event willCherwell secure their place at
Avenue, Heywood, OL10 4SY and will homeshare@possabilities.org.uk
have a garden party/festival feel. or by telephoning 01706 626747
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Jazz On A 08 July 8:00 PM 11:00 PM Live traditional jazz featuring The New Town National Club, Nixon £8 Alan 01422
Sunday 2018 Chicago Teddy Bears Street, off Manchester Road, (payable at Lawless 823479
Castlelton, Rochdale OL11 3JN the door)
Scrabble 09 July 10:30 AM 12:00 PM Join our weekly games morning - Alkrington Library Free Joanne 01706
Morning 2018 great for anyone who enjoys a Kirkway Eaves 924941
friendly game of Scrabble. People of Middleton M24 1LW
all levels of experience and ability
are welcome. Boards, tiles and
refreshments are provided.
Alkrington 09 July 6:00 PM 7:00 PM Why not try our monthly book Alkrington Library Free Joanne 01706
Readers 2018 group? Perfect for those who enjoy Kirkway Eaves 924941
reading, and lively discussions with Middleton M24 1LW
new people about what they've read.
We provide the books on loan - a
new title each month.
Wardle Art 09 July 2:00 PM 4:00 PM Wardle Art Group welcomes all Wardle Library Free Joanne 01706
Group 2018 adults, from experienced artists of all 448 Birch Road Eaves 924941
abilities, to complete beginners. Wardle
Rochdale OL12 9LH
Milnrow 09 July 10:00 AM 12:00 PM Our weekly Walking for Health walks Milnrow Library Free Joanne 01706
Walking Group 2018 in the beautiful countryside around Newhey Road Eaves 924941
Milnrow are perfect for new and Milnrow OL16 3PS
experienced walkers alike and are
suitable for people looking to
increase their activity levels. Please
note: walks may include moderate
slopes, steps, uneven surfaces and
stiles.
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Knit and Natter 09 July 2:00 PM 4:00 PM If you enjoy a natter with your Milnrow Library Free Joanne 01706
2018 knitting, bring along your needles Newhey Road Eaves 924941
and wool and join our friendly Milnrow OL16 3PS
weekly group. All levels of ability and
experience welcome!
Armchair 09 July 2:30 PM 4:00 PM Try some gentle, seated exercises - Junction Library and Community £3, including Joanne 01706
Exercise 2018 great for improving posture and Centre refreshments Eaves 924941
balance. Grimshaw Lane
Middleton M24 2BW
Junction Book 09 July 2:00 PM 3:00 PM Enjoy reading, and like to try Junction Library and Community Free Joanne 01706
Group 2018 something new? Join our friendly Centre Eaves 924941
monthly Book Group to discuss Grimshaw Lane
fiction books (this month, on the Middleton M24 2BW
theme of ageing) Tea/coffee and
cakes provided!
Crochet Group 09 July 10:30 AM 12:30 AM Crochet group - a friendly group Littleborough Library, Hare Hill No charge Littleborough 01706
2018 who are on hand to help you if you Road, Littleborough OL15 9HE Library 378219
are a beginner and want to learn
how to crochet – please bring your
own hooks and wool.
Musical Lunch 09 July 1:00 PM 3:00 PM Lunch and live music Lonsdale Court, Sedgley Street, Rachel 07866
2018 Middleton Junction, Middleton Saunders 485981
M24 2BP
Silver Surfers 10 July 10:00 AM 12:00 PM Improve your digital skills and Smithy Bridge Library Free Joanne 01706
2018 confidence in a relaxed setting at our 121-123 Smithy Bridge Road Eaves 924941
weekly computer group. No Littleborough OL15 0BQ
experience required.
Knit and Natter 10 July 10:00 AM 12:00 PM Interested in knitting and crochet? Smallbridge Library Free Joanne 01706
2018 Learn a new skill, or brush up on Stevenson Square Eaves 924941
your technique at our friendly Rochdale OL12 9SA
weekly group.
Knit and Natter 10 July 2:00 PM 4:00 PM Bring your own knitting and make Junction Library and Community Free Joanne 01706
2018 some new friends over a ball of wool Centre Eaves 924941
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and a cup of tea. Grimshaw Lane

Middleton M24 2BW
Littleborough 10 July 10:00 AM 12:00 PM Our weekly Walking for Health walks Littleborough Library Free Joanne 01706
Walking Group 2018 in the beautiful countryside around Hare Hill Park Eaves 924941
Littleborough are perfect for new Littleborough OL15 9HE
and experienced walkers alike and
are suitable for people looking to
increase their activity levels. Please
note: walks may include moderate
slopes, steps, uneven surfaces and
stiles.
Craft Group 10 July 2:00 PM 4:00 PM A Friendly group who all have a Littleborough Library, Hare Hill No Charge Littleborough 01706
2018 keen interest in all things ‘Crafty’ – Road, Littleborough, OL15 9HE Library 378219
members have varying skills at all
levels and are happy to help new
beginners – please bring along your
own materials.
Coffee Morning 10 July 10:00 AM 12:00 PM Join us for a book & brew and chit Littleborough Library, Hare Hill 40p Littleborough 01706
2018 chatter Road, Littleborough OL15 9HE Library 378219
Afternoon Tea 11 July 12:00 PM 4:00 PM an afternoon tea dance at Rochdale Rochdale Town Hall, The Rachel 07866
Dance at 2018 town hall for 200 people, linking it Esplanade, Rochdale OL16 1AB Saunders 485981
Rochdale Town into the 50th year anniversary of the
Hall Lancashire Fusiliers, and WW1
centenary. There will be an artist on
where people who are attending can
dance, and also the Fusiliers band,
along with an afternoon tea.
Norman Weall 11 July 12:30 PM 3:00 PM Buffet lunch and live music Norman Weall Court, Fielding Rachel 07866
lunch and live 2018 Street, Middleton, Lancs M24 6BJ Saunders 485981
music
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Thistleyfield 12 July 12:30 PM 2:30 PM Tea Dance Thistleyfield, Rochdale Road, Rachel 07866
Tea Dance 2018 Milnrow, OL16 3LP Saunders 485981
Arnold Bagnall 12 July 12:30 PM 3:00 PM Buffet lunch with an artist Arnold Bagnall Court, Platting Rachel 07866
Court musical 2018 Lane, Rochdale, Lancs OL11 2JT Saunders 485981
lunch
Music from the 12 July 12:00 PM 2:00 PM Afternoon tea with a mix of music Alkrington Court, Off Andover Rachel 07866
past 2018 from over the decades Avenue, The Downs, Alkrington, Saunders 485981
Middleton M24 1TX
Decades of 12 July 12:30 PM 3:00 PM Buffet lunch with music from over Ryefields, Braddocks Close, Rachel 07866
music 2018 the decades Halifax Road, Hurstead, Rochdale Saunders 485981
OL12 9QS
Multisport 13 July 10:00 AM 5:00 PM A multi sports event and party aimed at Bridgefold Rd, Rochdale OL11 not sure Simon 07973
In rochdale 2018 the over fifties 5BX 624922
Homeshare 13 July 1:30 PM 3:30 PM We will be hosting a BBQ with live Cherwell Centre, Cherwell Avenue, £5 Ruth 07976
BBQ 2018 music by our very own X Factor Heywood OL10 4SY Bamber 812121
Finalist
Marie Curie 13 July 11:00 AM 3:00 PM A Blooming Great Tea Party, to Middleton Library, Long Street, The event is Cornelia 01706
Tea Party 2018 raise awareness and funds for Middleton M24 6DU free, there will Stirzaker 927101
Marie Curie be
refreshments
for a donation
Art Group 13 July 11:00 AM 12:30 PM Get help with watercolour, pick up Littleborough Library, Hare Hill No Charge Littleborough 01706
2018 hints and tips and share your art Road, Littleborough, OL15 9HE Library 3178219
knowledge. Please bring your own
materials.
Beginners 13 July 2:00 PM 4:00 PM An IT volunteer is here to help you Littleborough Library, Hare Hill No Charge Littleborough 01706
Computer Class 2018 start your journey to learn basic Road, Littleborough OL15 9HE Library 378219
computer skills and work on various
devices. Learn how to safe 0nline -
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do shopping and set up an email

account
Musical 13 July 12:30 PM 3:00 PM To bring two schemes together in Springfield Close, Sherwood Rachel 07866
memories and 2018 Heywood for a lunch with Musical Street, Heywood, OL10 2DE Saunders 485981
lunch memories
Littleborough 14 July 10:30 AM 11:30 AM Why not try our monthly book Littleborough Library Free Joanne 01706
Reading Group 2018 group? Perfect for those who enjoy Hare Hill Park Eaves 924941
reading, and lively discussions with Littleborough OL15 9HE
new people about what they've
read. We provide the books on loan -
a new title each month.
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Salford
Living well with 03 July 1:00 PM 3:00 PM Seminar - This seminar will provide Room 3.08, University of Salford zero Dr Tracey 07887
Young Onset 2018 an accessible and relaxed overview Building, Media City, Salford Quays Williamson 556345
Dementia: of final findings from a three-year M50 2HE
findings from a study in Salford which finishes in July
three year 2018.
study in Salford
Empowered 03 July 10:00 AM 1:00 PM A seminar on the development of MediaCityUK, University of Free entry Tracey 0161 295
Conversations: 2018 Empowered Conversations, a new Salford, Williamson 6424
Innovation in approach to communication for MediaCityUK Plot B4,
practice and professional carers and family and Salford Quays, M50 2HE
research of friends of people living with
communication dementia
with people
living with
dementia
A celebration of 04 July 2:00 PM Half day event with a programme of Bourke Gardens, Alfred Street, free Dawn 07525
aging – Living, 2018 activities that include the ethos of Walkden, M28 3LD Speed 602812
Learning, the 5 ways to wellbeing. connect, be
Giving!! active, take notice, keep learning
and giving all creating a positive
image of aging in extra care. There
will be number of partners involved
TBC to host an activity throughout
the day with a buffet tea provided
A day at the 11 July 11:00 AM 2:00 PM A seaside themed event to help older Humphrey Booth day Centre, 33 Natalie 0161 788
seaside 2018 people at the centre enjoy a fun day Eccles Old Rd, Salford M6 7AP Davies 7300
and reminisce about childhood times
spent at the seaside. We would like to
include, entertainment, a seaside
picnic, activities, including paddling J,
refreshments, and transport, raffle
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The value of 11 July 12:00 PM 3:00 PM Time Out for Carers - We have hired Affinity Sutton, Doveridge Gardens Elizabeth 0161 915
carers 2018 entertainment, catering and pamper Salford M6 7LY Royal 8965/07516
sessions on the day and because we 792464
are only 16 in numbers we have
extended the invitation to others
such as relatives and cared for within
the group so we should have a good
day for all
Afternoon Tea 12 July 11:00 AM 2:00 PM An afternoon tea dance themed Salford Sports Village, Littleton Andrea 0161 788
2018 event to help older people enjoy a fun Road, Salford M7 2NQ Whelan 7300
day of reminisce music and dance.
We would like to include,
entertainment, refreshments, and
transport
Crafts for 12 July 2:30 PM 4:00 PM Young and Old - Craft session for The Angel Centre, 1 St Philips Simone 07894
Young and Old 2018 residents from care homes and our Place, Salford M3 6FA Sharrock 212004
nursery children, lots of fun, tea and
cakes.
Garden Party 13 July A Garden Party event for socially 75 Chorley Road, Swinton, M27 Nichola 0161 359
for socially 2018 isolated older people who are 4AF Swettenham 3410.
isolated older referred to Critchley Community Hub
people through our Age UK Salford Social
Rehabilitation Service.
Albert Park 3 July 12:30 PM 3.30 PM Great fun for young, old and all those Albert Park, Grecian Street, Salford Age Uk 0161 728
Festival 2018 in the middle M7 2JW Salford 2001
Buile Hill Park 4 July 10 AM 1 PM Great fun for young, old and all those Buile Hille Park, Eccles Old Road, Age Uk 0161 728
Festival 2018 in the middle Salford M6 8GL Salford 2001
Salford Arts 5 July 10 AM 1 PM Great fun for young, old and all those Salford Arts Theatre, Kemsing Age Uk 0161 728
Theatre Festival 2018 in the middle Walk, Tunbridge Square, Off Salford 2001
Liverpool Street
Salford M5 4BS
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Stockport
Beginners 02 July 7:00 PM 7:45 PM A gentle but fun way to learn Ukrainian Social Club, 185 Buxton £5 Lucy 0161 474
Ballroom lesson 2018 ballroom and sequence dancing. Just Rd, Stockport, SK2 7AA Webster 2453
turn up...
To begin with you will learn the
waltz, quickstep, cha cha and rumba.
For more info call 0161 428 7772
Borough Care: 03 July 2:00 PM This is a walk for the elderly and Woodbank Memorial Park, Free Lucy 0161 474
Social Walk 2018 friends every Tuesday around Turncroft Lane, Offerton, Stockport Webster 2453
Woodbank Memorial Park. Meet at SK1 4JR
the Café near the Woodbank park
carpark, situated in the old house,
and set off at around 2PM. Drinks
and cake available in the café.
Mindful for 03 July 1:30 PM 3:30 PM Art for all! Stockport War Memorial Art Free Lucy 0161 474
Colouring for 2018 Gallery, Wellington Road South, Webster 2453
Adults Stockport SK3 8AB
SMILE - gentle 04 July 11:00 AM 12:00 PM Free of charge over the GM Festival St James Church Hall, 1 Gatley Free over Lucy 0161 474
exercise class 2018 of Ageing period! SMILE is a new low Green, Gatley, SK8 4NF the festival Webster 2453
impact and gentle exercise period
developed by Life Leisure
Health and 04 July 10:00 AM 12:00 PM Every Wednesday this drop in offers Heaton Moor Medical Centre Free Lucy 0161 474
Wellbeing drop 2018 support to connect to the correct 32 Heaton Moor Road Webster 2453
in services if people want support to Stockport
make small lifestyle changes SK4 4NX
SMILE-Gentle 04 July 11:00 AM 12:00 PM Gentle and relaxed exercise class St James Church Hall, 1 Gatley Free Lucy 0161 474
exercise 2018 Green, Gatley, SK8 4NF Webster 2453
SMILE exercise 05 July 1:00 PM 2:00 PM Sessions are every Thursday Marple Methodist Church, Church Free over Lucy 0161 474
2018 (sessions are free of charge over the Ln, Marple, SK6 7AY festival Webster 2453
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GM Festival of Ageing). SMILE is a period

new low impact and gentle exercise
developed by Life Leisure.
Friendly Fridays 06 July 10:00 AM 3:00 PM Friendly Fridays every Friday are a Rose Walker Centre, Essex Avenue, Free Lucy 0161 474
2018 Chatty Cafe Scheme members. Free Cheadle Heath, SK3 0JA. Webster 2453
entrance and tea/coffee/snacks
available to buy all day. Accessible
for wheelchairs and mobility
vehicles, large car park and bus stop
near by (11A, 309, 310 or 312).
Age Friendly 07 July 10:00 AM 4:00 PM We will be working with Station Car park, Stockport Road, It's free! Chris 07904
Levy Market 2018 Levenshulme Inspire to deliver a M19 3AB Larkin 313957
range of activities that will be
accessible for all ages including arts,
cycling, dance and singing.
Entertainment will be taking place
throughout the day and there will be
a range of OAP specials available too
from some of our traders.
Heatons Art 07 July 10:30 AM 4:30 PM Arc will be showcasing work from Arc Centre & Gallery, Greg St, Free but Lucy 0161 474
Trail Exhibition 2018 Heatons Arts Trail artists. The trail Reddish, Stockport, SK5 7BR workshops Webster 2453
organisers will also be running are
family arts workshops in the main chargeable
studio. Café will be open all day.
The Vintage 08 July 10:00 AM 4:00 PM Drop in the second Sunday of every Stockport Market, 30 Market Place, Free Lucy 0161 474
Village 2018 month to Stockport's glorious Stockport, SK1 1ES Webster 2453
historic Victorian covered Market
Hall.
Peer Support 09 July 10:00 AM 12:30 PM Held by the Steady in Stockport Falls Hornchurch House, 1 Nangreave FREE Lucy 0161 474
for 2018 Prevention Team for those Road, Stockport, SK2 6LY Webster 2453
Osteoporosis diagnosed with Osteoporosis.
Meetings will often start with a
guest speaker explaining a specific
topic like medication, pain
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management, diet and exercises

followed by an informal get together
over a cup of coffee or tea.
Day trip to 10 July 10:30 AM Explore the castle, walk along the Meet in Stockport town centre. For £9 Lucy 0161 474
Conwy 2018 beach and enjoy shopping at the more info contact Webster 2453
famous Conwy market liz.mccabe@stockporthomes.org or
call 0161 218 1096 or 07891949329
Grumpy Old 11 July 10:30 AM 12:30 PM Every Wednesday put the world to Wimborne Close, Larkhill, Cheadle FREE Lucy 0161 474
Men's Club 2018 rights, chat, play games or watch an Hulme, Stockport, SK8 5RB. Webster 2453
old film, a friendly group of men,
when not being grumpy!!!! Tea and
Coffee available.
Sunrise Singing 11 July 2:00 PM 4:00 PM On every Wednesday; this group is Sunrise of Bramhall, 1 Dairyground Free Lucy 0161 474
for Fun 2018 open to everybody regardless of if Road, Stockport SK7 2HW Webster 2453
you feel you can sing or not. It is all
about fun, meeting new friends and
singing some of our favourite songs
from various eras.
SMILE-Gentle 11 July 11:00 AM 12:00 PM Gentle and relaxed exercise class St James Church Hall, 1 Gatley Free Lucy 0161 474
exercise 2018 Green, Gatley, SK8 4NF Webster 2453
Computer 12 July 10:00 AM 12:00 PM Every Thursday is a friendly and Bridgehall Community Centre, FREE Lucy 0161 474
classes 2018 informal class that you can join at Siddington Avenue, Stockport SK3 Webster 2453
any time. Learn how to: 8NR
•email
•search online Contact Ryan on
•stay safe ryan@startpoint.org.uk or call 0161
•shop online 494 9947 to book your place
•communicate using Skype or
Facetime
•use cameras
•stay healthy
•find out what is happening locally
•and much more
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Finding your 13 July 11:00 AM Join the class in ‘Finding Your Feet’, a Stockport Plaza, 17, Mersey Senior Lucy 0161 474
feet 2018 heartwarming comedy film with an Square, Stockport SK1 1SP citizens Webster 2453
all-star cast including Imelda £7.25
Staunton, Celia Imrie, Timothy Spall
and Joanna Lumley.
Employment 13 July 10:00 AM 3:00 PM One to one advice and guidance on First House, Brinnington Library, Free Lucy 0161 474
Support Drop in 2018 all areas of employment support. Stockport, SK5 8EN Webster 2453
Whether you just need a CV
updating, or looking for a total
career change, advisers will talk you
through all your options.
Oak Tree Court 14 July 11:00 AM 4:00 PM A summer fete with information Oak Tree Court sheltered housing No charge Sharron 07800
Summer Fete 2018 stalls highlighting services that are scheme, Oak Road, Cheadle, for Baker 617828
available in Stockport for older Stockport SK8 1EZ attending
people, games stalls ie hook a duck,
tombola, bouncy castle, live music,
refreshments, Aikido demonstration,
cake stall, book stall.
Thrift Shop 14 July 9:30 AM 12:00 PM Come along and browse things for Woodley Methodist Church, Chapel Free Lucy 0161 474
Drop in 2018 sale every Saturday and every Street, Woodley SK6 1NF Webster 2453
Wednesday morning.
Also a friendly cafe with homemade
cakes is available on-site. All
proceeds go towards the upkeeping
of the church.
Hatting Walk 15 July 1:00 PM 3:30 PM Walk in the footsteps of Stockport Hat Works, Wellington Mill, £8 Sue Lea 0161 474
2018 hatters! Wellington Road South, Stockport 2399
SK3 0EU
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Tameside
Afternoon Tea 02 July 2:00 PM 4:00 PM Afternoon Tea or feel free to take Beatrix House, Gorse Hall Road, Free Nayereh 0161 366
2018 part in our exercise session Dukinfield SK15 5HN Kelly 4860
Afternoon Tea 04 July 2:00 PM 4:00 PM Afternoon Tea or feel free to take Kendal House, Ambleside, Free Nayereh 0161 366
2018 part in our exercise session Dukinfield SK15 5HN Kelly 4860
How Times 05 July 10:00 AM 3:00 PM We will have a festival to focus on The Jigsaw Centre, Rosemount Free Alex 0161 368
Have Changed: 2018 'How Times Have Changed for Church, Bennett St, Hyde. SK14 4SS Hoskyn 3422
A History of people with Learning Disability
Learning
Disability
Well Being , 06 July 1:30 PM 1:00 PM Group activities to include a getting Mossley Community Centre, Vanessa 01457
activity lunch 2018 to know you, a laughter session, a Roughtown Road, Mossley, Ashton Goodwin 838136
chair based activity called 'Ageless Under Lyne OL50 0SG
Grace', mediation followed by
lunch
Sharing the 06 July 2:00 PM A professional theatre production The Grafton Centre, Grafton Jayne 07796
Story - Make 2018 for older people who cannot get to Street, Hyde, Tameside SK14 2AX Marshall 176292
Do and Mend the theatre, the play that has been
written is based on a group of older
residents and has incorporated their
memories and experiences.
Paws and 10 July 10:00 AM 4:00 PM Free entry to dog friendly and pet Together Centre @ Loxley House, free Sharon 07973
Paints Pop Inn 2018 cafe at Together Centre. A 85 Birch Lane, Dukinfield, SK16 admission Hall 453942
community event. Local residents 5AU
are invited to bring along their dogs
to our café area. The event will bring
together people who love animals -
introducing people who can't keep a
pet with those who have dogs and
enjoy meeting new people.
Craft Group 10 July 1:30 PM 3:30 PM Afternoon tea for Over 50s Craft Haughton Green Community Mrs Joan 0161 336
Afternoon Tea 2018 Group in Haughton Green Centre, Tatton Road, Denton, M34 Conway 5354
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7PH
Buddies & 11 July 10:00 AM 12:30 PM An enjoyable morning of gentle Oxford Park, Pottinger Street Free Nayereh 0161 366
Brunch! 2018 walks, mini indoor kurling Ashton OL7 0PW Kelly 4860
tournament and lots more!
Community 12 July A fun event for people aged 50 plus. Richmond Street Community Ruth 0161 339
Gathering 2018 We will be inviting the community Centre, Richmond Street, Ashton- Madden 2345
that live around the community Under-Lyne OL7 9HG
centre to come along, share food,
and enjoy spending time together
and reconnecting with their
neighbours.
Sharing the 12 July 11:15 AM Taking a professional theatre Age Concern, 131 Katherine Street, Jayne 07796
Story - Make 2018 production to older people who Ashton Under Lyne Marshall 176292
Do and Mend cannot get to the theatre.
Sharing the 12 July 1:15 PM Taking a professional theatre Age Concern, 131 Katherine Street, Jayne 07796
Story - Make 2018 production to older people who Ashton Under Lyne Marshall 176292
Do and Mend cannot get to the theatre.
Afternoon Tea 13 July 1:00 PM 3:00 PM An enjoyable afternoon with Yew Tree Community Centre, Free Nayereh 0161 366
2018 refreshments Circular Road Denton M34 6EY Kelly 4860
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Wigan
Book Launch 02 July 7:00 PM 9:00 PM A book launch for a member of the Tyldesley Library, Stanley Street, Mary Berry 0161 799 7878
2018 group - his new published novel Tyldesley M29 8AE
'Broken Sword'.
Magical 03 July 2:00 PM 3:30 PM An afternoon and a singalong with Elmridge Court Robson way Free - Marlene 07734
memories 2018 live entertainment Lowton WA3 2RD donations Chadwick 070203
dementia event welcome
Dance - 03 July 10:30 AM Our celebrations of 11 years of Whelley Ex-Servicemen's Club, 180 Irene 01942 241583
Exercise 2018 dance exercise with professional Vauxhall Rd, Wigan, WN1 3LU Smith
dance instructor
Little Lane 03 July 12:30 PM 2:30 PM Summer Get Together party for over 119 Little Lane, Goose Green, Mike
Summer Get 2018 55's living in Sheltered Wigan Green
Together Accommodation.
Celebration 04 July 1:30 AM 4:00 AM A lovely afternoon tea in a relaxed Hindley Hall Golf Club, Hall Lane, Ladies will Mrs. Lena 01942
Afternoon Tea 2018 environment Hindley, Wigan. WN2 2SQ pay £5.00 Boulton 258031
Dance festival 04 July 2:00 PM 4:00 PM a Dance session in belong Atherton Belong Atherton 55 Mealhouse la £2 Gemma 01942 898410
of ageing 2018 to provide a fun, community filled M46 0eu Willetts
session. There will be live music,
dancing, and free cocktails.
Afternoon Tea 05 July 2:00 PM 5:00 PM Afternoon Tea for approx. 40 people Worsley Mesnes Community £5.00 Anne 07920 161540
2018 Centre Clifton St WN3 5HN Clarke
Wigan Festival 05 July 12:00 PM 4:00 PM Festival of Ageing Wigan will DW Stadium, Loire Drive, Wigan, Free of Fergus 01942 318090
of Ageing 2018 celebrate all aspects of the lives of WN5 0UH Charge Heyes
over 50's in the local community.
The event will show live music, a
walking football tournament, 25
stalls showcasing community groups
and a host of other activities. The
event will run from 12-4pm and
there will be enjoyable activities for
everybody to take part in.
Summer Fayre 05 July 12:00 PM 3:00 PM A summer fayre and picnic at the The Hollins Group Sheltered Mona 01942 255055
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2018 Hollins Sheltered Scheme. The event Scheme, Leicester Avenue, Follows
will be for both the tenants and the Hindley, Wigan WN2 4DR
local community.
Vintage Garden 06 July 1:30 PM 4:00 PM A celebration with a singer and a Blakeborough House, Elizabeth £0 Sheila 07771
Party 2018 buffet. We would like to invite local Street, Atherton, M46 9JN Pendlebury 371491
people in to share it with us. Over
the last few years we have lost
many of friends and neighbours and
this would be a nice way to show
the community we are still here and
want to invite new people in.
dinner dance 06 July 1:00 PM 5:00 PM Afternoon tea in a marquee with all woodlands court ash lane new nothing Mikinda 01942 323352
marquee 2018 of our residents springs Wigan wn2 1ez Atherton
Reet Good Do 06 July 6:00 PM 11:00 PM An Evening Lancashire Hot Pot Ambergate, Lee Street, Atherton Jennifer 01942
2018 Supper with live entertainment, M46 0BQ Walker 571500/07897
where our resident's (most of 106939
whom are in their 70's 80's & 90's)
can come and socialise together and
have an evening of fun
Musical 06 July 7:00 PM 9:30 PM A festival of music from stage and Cherry Tree Court, Cherry Tree Alma 01942
Celebration 2018 film Grove, Atherton M46 0HN Newsome 386005
Brass and 09 July 12:00 PM An afternoon tea event listening to Atherton Botanical Bowling Club, Mavis 07779
Buffet 2018 a brass band. Atherton Botanical Gardens 232, Bent MBE 923826
If anyone wants to “have a go” at Tyldesley Road, Atherton,
crown green bowling, bowlers will Manchester M46 9AE
be on hand to explain the game and
bowls will be provided.
Dance - 10 July 10:30 AM Our celebrations of 11 years of Whelley Ex-Servicemen's Club, 180 Irene 01942
Exercise 2018 dance exercise with professional Vauxhall Rd, Wigan, WN1 3LU Smith 241583
dance instructor
Dance-a-long 11 July 1:00 PM 4:30 PM People over 60 will be dancing a Kildare Grange, Sutherland St. , £1 Graham 07811
2018 long to what ever dance the DJ Hindley, Wigan, Lancs. WN2 3JD Knight 525436
plays from Line dancing to square
tango to jive/rock and roll.
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Bickershaw 11 July 12:30 PM 3:00 PM Afternoon tea with a singer Bickershaw Village Community Jackie 07808
Buddies 2018 Club, Bickershaw Lane, Lowe 922958
afternoon tea, Bickershaw, Wigan WN2 5TE
sing a long
Social 11 July 12:00 PM 4:00 PM Buffet and artist for schemes and Mossbank Court sheltered Josephine 07770
Afternoon 2018 community scheme, Faith Street, Leigh WN7 Grundy 940711
4XQ
I do like to be 11 July 2:00 PM 4:30 PM A beach party for the residents of The Acorns Care Centre, Parkside, Barbara 07597
beside the 2018 the care centre Hindley, WN2 3LJ Lyon 299855
seaside
Spring View 12 July 12:00 PM 4:00 PM Afternoon entertainment for the Spring View Community Sports Mrs 01942
over 60s Club 2018 o/60s Association, Hatfield Close, Ince- Margaret 861004
in-Makerfield, Wigan WN3 4PH Thornton
Clifton Fun Day 12 July 12:30 PM 5:00 PM A celebration in our communal Clifton House, Keats Avenue, Josie 01942
2018 lounge for our residents and the Worsley Mesnes, Wigan WN3 Humphrey 392789
local community 5UD
Leigh Grammar 14 July 10:00 AM 3:00 PM Performances, exhibitions, debate Bedford High School, Manchester Free Martin 07542
Schools 2018 and guided tours of the former Road, Leigh WN7 2LU (Heritage Green 114383
Celebration Grammar School. Lottery
Day funded)
Bridging the 14 July 11:00 AM 3:00 PM A fun day celebration, bringing all Winster House, Saddleback Road, David 07549
Gap 2018 ages together from the community Norely Hall, Wigan WN5 9TR Scott 703181
bridging the gap of ages.
Birthday 14 July 12:00 PM Garden party for residents and for Grosvenor Court, Orell Road, Sheree 01942
Celebration 2018 the local over 50s in the community Sheltered Housing, Pemberton, Mayne 227512
will be putting posters in the local Wigan WN5 8HD
shops. The court is celebrating 35th
birthday
1930's 1th July 12:30 PM 3:30 PM Afternoon tea will be provided to Clayton House, Firs lane,Leigh. Contact for Paula 01942
afternoon tea 2018 all residents at the scheme and be WN7 4UA details Imrie 260891
taken back to the 1930's with music
to accompany the theme.
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Don’t forget additional information is available at the festival webpages at
www.ambitionforageing.org.uk/festival
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Welcome to your guide to the 2018 Greater Manchester Festival of Ageing listing events across the area

between 2nd and 15th July 2018

Don’t forget additional information is available at the festival webpages at

Culture group Astley Bridge, Bolton, BL1 6QQ

Rock BL9 0EB our bubbly staff will ensure that

dementia and their family and

enjoy an Aqua Relax at your local

over toast and a cuppa.The group refreshments

for fun and fitness, no matter what

artist Talie refreshments will be available. The

2 accessible boats for those with

enjoy an Aqua Relax at your local 3PH

themselves enjoy being entertained

note: walks may include moderate slopes, steps,

and a cup of tea. Grimshaw Lane

do shopping and set up an email

GM Festival of Ageing). SMILE is a period

management, diet and exercises

Don’t forget additional information is available at the festival webpages at

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