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We check the usual frankly silly number of local websites, then look for events that feel rainy-day friendly: cinemas, theatres, talks, workshops, galleries, concerts, cosy venues, and anything less likely to involve standing in a muddy field making brave weather noises.
1Marsden local Belinda O’Hooley is an acclaimed pianist, singer, songwriter and composer celebrated for her expressive and distinctive musicality. Best known as one half of O’Hooley & Tidow, with her wife Heidi Tidow, she has been nominated four times for the BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards. The duo’s song “Gentleman Jack” found international recognition as the theme for the BBC/HBO drama of the same name.
2Join Sean for a workshop especially designed for beginners. You will learn the fundamentals, and develop your carving skill under professional guidance, and experiment with different inking and printing techniques. Refreshments are included. Please book your place in advance – email Sean on.
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3Free! (worth double-checking)at Saeed Ahmed
The award-winning Crafting Live show returns to Doncaster Racecourse on Saturday 11th and Sunday 12th July 2026 for another unmissable weekend of creativity, inspiration, and hands-on fun! Crafting Live is the perfect place to stock up on crafting essentials, browse new products, enjoy live craft demonstrations and take part in fantastic make-and-take sessions.
4Every Sunday at 10.30am, a member of the Rossendale Team will post a live service on the Rossendale YouTube Channel. Just Follow the link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcLtIdsOk4kAmgXU3KTKcyA
5at The Met
Aiming High is The Met’s specialist drama group for learning disabled and autistic young people. It is an accessible and fun workshop run by highly qualified practitioners.
6Sat 11th July - Tod Sat 12th Sept - Tod Sat 14th Nov - HB Classes are non refundable but may be transferred to a different date.
7A service of prayers and hymns with a short sermon. All are welcome. We finish with refreshments, so please stay for a chat if you can.
8Teddy Beat Picnic at St Paul's Church, Monton; Saturday 11th July 2026 Occurring for 2 hours, 15 mins Venue St Paul's Church Monton Address Egerton Road MONTON, Eccles M30 9LR, M30 9LR, United Kingdom Please join us for a fun afternoon at St Paul's Church in Monton on Saturday, 11th July 2026! The event is on from 2pm - 4:15pm with the doors opening at 1:45pm. Bring your Teddies! Come on the Paw Hunt, Rap with Bramble The Teddy who loves to sing and hear his story! Small snack box provided for your picnic! Fantastic ABBA Duo, Monton Green Primary School Choir, Games, Quizzes and much more! Booking essential; please use the QR Code on the poster or email: [email protected] ~ all proceeds are for Salford Foodbank and church community outreach. Event held in a Church Choir Event held in a Community Space Family Friendly Fundraising Refreshments Singing
9at The Plaza
Swingin’ at the Movies Join Dr Jazz and the Cheshire Cats big band for an evening of movie magic as we head back to the heyday of the Plaza with themes and songs made famous on the silver screen. Including classics from the Cotton Club, James Bond and the Pink Panther, as well as more recent favourites from Austin Powers, When Harry Met Sally and the Incredibles. With two fantastic vocalists there’ll be hits from the likes of Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Ella Fitzgerald and Judy Garland, bringing back the sounds of the Golden Age of Hollywood. Dr Jazz and the Cheshire Cats is a 20-piece big band based in Lymm, Cheshire, and they perform regularly at venues around the North West. Buy Tickets
10A relaxed and family friendly service for parents with young children. Based on Godly Play, the service begins with a song in the chancel before one of the children leads us through to our 'special place' for a story (told using wooden figures and simple scenery). The story is followed by a short time for prayer and then 'the feast' which comprises a biscuit and drink for the children. We then go back to the chancel for two more songs (usually noisy with instruments), after which the children have themed craft in our newly restored meeting area. There is a chair lift available for wheelchair users. Adults have tea, coffee and biscuits while their children engage in craft activities craft, although we encourage them to get stuck in as well.
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