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Community

Partisan Write Club

Are you a writer who is looking for a place to share their work? Someone who’s never written before, and wants to begin? The Partisan Writing Club wants YOU to join our next meeting on Tuesday the 21st July at HOME MCR, from 6.30pm Are you an experienced writer delving deep into one genre? Someone unfamiliar with writing who's been inspired to new? Whatever it may be, we are an enthusiastic, supportive group here to provide solo or group feedback on your writing that will enable to grow and develop as a writer, with no experience needed! In this meeting, we'll be delving into why we write, and what we write. This will be a relaxed session as we get to know one another as writers, and we hope to see you there! Join as a Partisan member and access Write Club group chat via our WhatsApp community to find out about upcoming news about our club, and stay in touch with your fellow writers. DM us for a join link or find the channel in our WhatsApp Community. We hope that you'll come along and share your creativity with us!

Tue 21 JulPartisan Collective(3.6mi)

via Partisan CollectiveCurated

Community

Around £25.00

King Kong #21 - Spring/Summer 2026

King Kong #21 - Spring/Summer 2026 About King Kong Magazine: King Kong is a dynamic platform to showcase ground-breaking artists across art, fashion, film, music and literature. KING KONG demonstrates art’s ability to respond to ideas and events that shape our contemporary experience. Art and fashion do not operate in a vacuum, and we portray this multidisciplinary expression and innovation. KING KONG STUDIO acts as a creative agency offering a service as think-tank on creativity and production. From day dreams to plans, from paper to exhibition, from virtual presence to feel-good parties, from ideas to functioning reality. Ali and Mikel, artistic and creative collaborators behind KING KONG, are there to guide the creative process, and deliver a product that goes beyond expectations.

Tue 21 JulUNITOM(3.9mi)

via UNITOM

Acne Paper #21 - Autoportrait - Spring/Summer 2026

Community

Around £50.00

Acne Paper #21 - Autoportrait - Spring/Summer 2026

Acne Paper #21 - Autoportrait - Spring/Summer 2026 For its twenty-first issue, Acne Paper presents Autoportrait – a special edition celebrating 30 years of Acne Studios through a self-portrait of the creative world that has grown around the house since its founding in Stockholm in 1996. Looking across three decades of fashion, art, architecture, design, publishing and creative collaboration, Autoportrait explores the cultural landscape that has shaped Acne Studios from the very beginning: independent, interdisciplinary and driven by curiosity rather than convention. The cover, photographed by Carlijn Jacobs, styled by Imruh Asha and featuring Lulu Tenney, captures the spirit of the issue – artistic freedom, intimacy and joyfulness at the intersection of art and fashion. In a deliberate gesture, Tenney appears without clothing, underscoring the long-standing spirit of both Acne Paper and Acne Studios: an approach to image-making and publishing driven by culture, emotion and creative expression. At the heart of Autoportrait are four self-portrait stories by Jordan Hemingway, Guinevere van Seenus, Malick Bodian and Katerina Jebb, alongside an Acne Studios archive story photographed by Casper Sejersen and styled by George Krakowiak. The issue also features interviews with Sadie Coles, Honey Dijon, Max Lamb, Viviane Sassen, Robbie Barrat and Swedish actress Lena Endre, with essays by Natasha Fraser, Mark Holgate, Johanna Agerman Ross, Xerxes Cook, Ben Evans...

Tue 21 JulUNITOM(3.9mi)

via UNITOM

Community

Kirkholt Walkabout: July 2026

We're excited to let you know about our neighbourhood walkabout in Kirkholt in July. Customers are welcome to join the walkabout to speak to our teams and share feedback.

Tue 21 JulKirkholt Community Centre(4.5mi)

via Kirkholt Community CentreLocal gem

Community

Help shape the future of Lower Falinge

Together, we can help create a Lower Falinge that builds on its unique character, supports current and future generations, and becomes an even better place to live, work and visit. Come along, get involved, and help shape the future of Lower Falinge.

Tue 21 JulKirkholt Community Centre(4.5mi)

via Kirkholt Community CentreLocal gem

Community

Chetham's Library | Chetham’s Library Tours

Packed with historical facts and fascinating stories, tours of Chetham's Library are led by our expert staff and volunteers. Explore the medieval buildi...

Tue 21 Jul07:50Chetham's Library(3.8mi)

via Chetham's LibraryLocal gem

Children & Family

Grow Baby

We keep tabs on St Peter's Church so you don't have to. Grow Baby caught our eye — see if it catches yours.

Tue 21 Jul09:30St Peter's Church(4.5mi)

via St Peter's Church

Theatre

Kingdom Play

Kingdom Play at St Peter's Church. That's all we've got, but sometimes a good title is all you need. Intrigued? Us too.

Tue 21 Jul09:30St Peter's Church(4.5mi)

via St Peter's Church

Community

Around £10

Intensive Swimming Lessons: Irlam

It’s been proven that children learn faster and more effectively when they engage in intensive practice sessions. Enrolling your child in our intensive swimming lessons is a great way to help them improve their swimming abilities and build confidence in the water. Lessons are taught by our dedicated swimming instructors at our swimming pools across the city. Sessions will run on the below dates at Irlam & Cadishead Leisure Centre: Date Time Stage suitable Tuesday 21st July 9:00 – 10:00am Stage 2 Thursday 23rd July 9:00 – 10:00am Stage 2 Suitable for ages 3 and over. Cost £10 for 1 hour lesson. Booking Book online or call or visit your local leisure centre to secure a place.

Tue 21 Jul10:00Broughton Leisure Centre(3.3mi)

via Broughton Leisure Centre

Community

Bounce and Rhyme

Join us at our weekly bounce and rhyme event. Learn new rhymes, sing songs and make friends. Perfect for the 0-4\'s.\n

Tue 21 Jul10:00Robin Hill Youth Centre(3.6mi)

via Robin Hill Youth CentreLocal gem

Likely freeWellness & Wellbeing

Dementia Armchair Exercise @ Chadderton Library and Wellbeing Centre

Dementia-friendly, chair-based SitFit workout for beginners. Develop muscle mass, improve balance and coordination, strengthen bones and improve brain health with this easy-to-follow seated exercise routine, designed for those struggling with […]\n

Tue 21 Jul10:00Robin Hill Youth Centre(3.6mi)

via Robin Hill Youth CentreLocal gem

Likely freeWellness & Wellbeing

Dementia Armchair Exercise @ Chadderton Library and Wellbeing Centre

Tue 21 Jul11:00Oldham Community Leisure(2.8mi)

via Oldham Community Leisure

Likely freeCommunity

Books, brew & banter at Failsworth Library

Fancy a cuppa ? Want to socialise, unwind and get your hands on the hottest books in town. Swing by and say hi. Chat to others and have a cuppa and take some time to relax with some mindfulness colouring, all in the comfort of our lovely library.

Tue 21 Jul11:00Failsworth and Hollinwood District Town Hall(2.8mi)

via Failsworth and Hollinwood District Town Hall

Community

Around £15.40

Intensive Swimming Lessons: Irlam

It’s been proven that children learn faster and more effectively when they engage in intensive practice sessions. Enrolling your child in our intensive swimming lessons is a great way to help them improve their swimming abilities and build confidence in the water. Lessons are taught by our dedicated swimming instructors at our swimming pools across the city. This 2 day course will run on the below dates at Irlam & Cadishead Leisure Centre: Date Time Stage suitable Tuesday 21st & Thursday 23rd July 10:00 – 10:30am Stage 1 Tuesday 21st & Thursday 23rd July 10:30 – 11:00am Pre-school Suitable for ages 3 and over. Cost £15.40 for 2 day course. Booking Book online or call or visit your local leisure centre to secure a place.

Tue 21 Jul11:00Broughton Leisure Centre(3.3mi)

via Broughton Leisure Centre

Community

Work Club

Supporting people looking to get a new job or get a promotion. This includes: Confidence building Timeline setting CV creation Interview preparation

Tue 21 Jul11:00All Nations Church(4.1mi)

via All Nations Church

Community

Ai Weiwei: Button Up! | Aviva Studios | Manchester

History, power and empire collide in Button Up! – a major new exhibition from the world-leading artist and activist Ai Weiwei

Tue 21 Jul11:00Aviva Studios(4.6mi)

via Aviva StudiosLocal gem

Likely freeCommunity

Digital confidence at Failsworth Library

Come along to our free online course for beginners and develop your digital skills so you can feel comfortable in the online world.

Tue 21 Jul11:30Failsworth and Hollinwood District Town Hall(2.8mi)

via Failsworth and Hollinwood District Town Hall

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Venues with events near Middleton (Rochdale)

A few local places from the listings above, all within three miles.

Failsworth and Hollinwood District Town Hall2.8 miles away Oldham Community Leisure2.8 miles away

More about Middleton (Rochdale)

Greater Manchester, England

Middleton has nearby local names including St Pauls Parish Church, Jumbo Community Centre and Pure Innovations. We keep an eye on the dates around them, because local plans can be practical, thoughtful or a good way to join in nearby. Near Here gathers event details around Middleton in Rochdale together so you can see what's happening without searching every website. Check the organiser's latest information before you head out.

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