BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Oldham HLA - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Oldham HLA X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://hla.oldham.gov.uk X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Oldham HLA REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/London BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20250330T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20251026T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20260329T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20261025T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20270328T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20271031T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260609T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260609T103000 DTSTAMP:20260502T111222 CREATED:20250724T172959Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T154749Z UID:10058647-1781001000-1781001000@hla.oldham.gov.uk SUMMARY:Lees health walks DESCRIPTION:Walking is a great way to get fit\, explore what’s on your doorstep and make new friends. We meet at Lees library every Tuesday\, between 10:00am and 10:30am URL:https://hla.oldham.gov.uk/event/lees-health-walks/2026-06-09/ LOCATION:Lees Library Community Hub\, Thomas Street\, Lees\, Oldham\, Greater Manchester\, OL4 5DA\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Health and Wellbeing END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260609T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260609T113000 DTSTAMP:20260502T111222 CREATED:20240502T144246Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T163923Z UID:10004215-1781001000-1781004600@hla.oldham.gov.uk SUMMARY:Digital confidence at Failsworth Library DESCRIPTION:Come along to our free online course for beginners and develop your digital skills so you can feel comfortable in the online world. URL:https://hla.oldham.gov.uk/event/online-basics/2026-06-09/ LOCATION:Failsworth Library\, Oldham Road\, Failsworth\, England\, M35 0EJ\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Digital,Learning END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260609T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260609T113000 DTSTAMP:20260502T111222 CREATED:20240508T125734Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T120735Z UID:10012583-1781001000-1781004600@hla.oldham.gov.uk SUMMARY:Moston Brook social walks at Failsworth Library DESCRIPTION:Meet 10.30am at the Wholesome café\, basement level\,        Failsworth Town Hall\, M35 0FJ. Circular Walk – approximately 1hr\, leisurely pace\, flat but with one set of steps. We get together for a brew afterwards. \n\n\n\nContact : Ian Butterworth\, Countryside Officer Moston Brook. \n\n\n\n email: ian.butterworth@oldham.gov.uk URL:https://hla.oldham.gov.uk/event/moston-brook-social-walks/2026-06-09/ LOCATION:Failsworth Library\, Oldham Road\, Failsworth\, England\, M35 0EJ\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Health and Wellbeing END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260609T130000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260609T140000 DTSTAMP:20260502T111222 CREATED:20241115T100532Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241115T100536Z UID:10019667-1781010000-1781013600@hla.oldham.gov.uk SUMMARY:Bounce and Rhyme DESCRIPTION:Join us at our weekly bounce and rhyme event\, learn new rhymes\, sing songs and make friends. Perfect for 0-4s. URL:https://hla.oldham.gov.uk/event/bounce-and-rhyme-6/2026-06-09/ LOCATION:Crompton Library\, 7 Farrow Street\, Shaw\, Oldham\, England\, OL2 8QY\, United Kingdom END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260609T130000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260609T150000 DTSTAMP:20260502T111222 CREATED:20241113T132353Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241113T132355Z UID:10016823-1781010000-1781017200@hla.oldham.gov.uk SUMMARY:Knit and Natter DESCRIPTION:Join our friendly knitting group every Tuesday. URL:https://hla.oldham.gov.uk/event/knit-and-natter/2026-06-09/ LOCATION:Oldham Library & Lifelong Learning Centre\, Greaves Street\, Oldham\, OL1 1AL\, United Kingdom END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260609T133000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260609T143000 DTSTAMP:20260502T111222 CREATED:20260318T100440Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260321T153710Z UID:10055159-1781011800-1781015400@hla.oldham.gov.uk SUMMARY:Bounce & rhyme at Chadderton Library and Wellbeing centre DESCRIPTION:Perfect for 0 – 4’s explore songs\, rhymes\, stories and sensory play in our Bounce and Rhyme sessions. Discover the wonders of your local library and meet other families. Each class runs for 45 minutes every week with a member of staff followed by free play time to find new favourite books! For more information please contact the library. Tuesday 1:30. URL:https://hla.oldham.gov.uk/event/bounce-rhyme-at-chadderton-library-and-wellbeing-centre-2/2026-06-09/ LOCATION:Chadderton Library and Wellbeing Centre\, Burnley Street\, Chadderton\, England\, OL9 0JW\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Children & Families ORGANIZER;CN="Chadderton library":MAILTO:Chadderton.librarygeneral@oldham.gov.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260609T133000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260609T153000 DTSTAMP:20260502T111222 CREATED:20260318T105301Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260321T154706Z UID:10054531-1781011800-1781019000@hla.oldham.gov.uk SUMMARY:NHS Baby Clinic @ Chadderton Library and Wellbeing Centre DESCRIPTION:At baby clinic\, families can discuss any health issues and have their child weighed and measured. URL:https://hla.oldham.gov.uk/event/nhs-baby-clinic-chadderton-library-and-wellbeing-centre/2026-06-09/ LOCATION:Chadderton Library and Wellbeing Centre\, Burnley Street\, Chadderton\, England\, OL9 0JW\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Children & Families,Health and Wellbeing END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260610T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260610T150000 DTSTAMP:20260502T111222 CREATED:20260318T163620Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T111308Z UID:10055051-1781100000-1781103600@hla.oldham.gov.uk SUMMARY:Gallery Talk: Once Upon A Time DESCRIPTION: \n\n\nThis is part of our monthly talk programme. All our talks are free\, informal and last around 40 minutes with time to ask questions at the end. \nJoin illustrator Sharon Davey as she chats about thelife of an illustrator and her drawings featured in Once Upon A Time. \nMeet in Gallery 3. No need to book. URL:https://hla.oldham.gov.uk/event/gallery-talk-sharon-davey/ LOCATION:Gallery Oldham\, 35 Greaves Street\, Oldham\, England\, OL1 1AL\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Exhibitions, Talks & Tours ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hla.oldham.gov.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Once-Upon-A-Time.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260610T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260610T220000 DTSTAMP:20260502T111222 CREATED:20260501T144103Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T144108Z UID:10061829-1781118000-1781128800@hla.oldham.gov.uk SUMMARY:Bedtime Stories DESCRIPTION:Pop on your cosiest PJ’s\, bring your teddy and enjoy some rhymes\, signs and stories with Eliza Says URL:https://hla.oldham.gov.uk/event/bedtime-stories-8/ LOCATION:Oldham Library & Lifelong Learning Centre\, Greaves Street\, Oldham\, OL1 1AL\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Children & Families ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hla.oldham.gov.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/26c9935d5fd43ea74d410065f5303948.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260617T080000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260617T170000 DTSTAMP:20260502T111222 CREATED:20250725T143215Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250725T143254Z UID:10035305-1781683200-1781715600@hla.oldham.gov.uk SUMMARY:Readers Group DESCRIPTION:Whether you’re an avid reader or someone who dips in and out of books when time allows – we love to welcome new members. \n\n\n\nJoin us on the third Wednesday of every month . URL:https://hla.oldham.gov.uk/event/readers-group-5/2026-06-17/ LOCATION:Lees Library Community Hub\, Thomas Street\, Lees\, Oldham\, Greater Manchester\, OL4 5DA\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Groups END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260617T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260617T110000 DTSTAMP:20260502T111222 CREATED:20260320T151818Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T143703Z UID:10052855-1781690400-1781694000@hla.oldham.gov.uk SUMMARY:Baby Photobooth DESCRIPTION:At this fabulous session you will have the opportunity to have your baby’s portrait taken with award winning photographer Tim Simpson URL:https://hla.oldham.gov.uk/event/baby-photobooth/ LOCATION:Oldham Library & Lifelong Learning Centre\, Greaves Street\, Oldham\, OL1 1AL\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Children & Families ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hla.oldham.gov.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/3b35a8a94a7458ce6c1fb142815431ca.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260617T111500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260617T121500 DTSTAMP:20260502T111222 CREATED:20260320T152323Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T143830Z UID:10052857-1781694900-1781698500@hla.oldham.gov.uk SUMMARY:Baby Photobooth DESCRIPTION:At this fabulous session you will have the opportunity to have your baby’s portrait taken with award winning photographer Tim Simpson URL:https://hla.oldham.gov.uk/event/baby-photobooth-2/ LOCATION:Oldham Library and Lifelong Learning Centre\, Greaves St\, Oldham\, OL1 1AL CATEGORIES:Children & Families ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hla.oldham.gov.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/3b35a8a94a7458ce6c1fb142815431ca.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260617T143000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260617T153000 DTSTAMP:20260502T111222 CREATED:20241115T161138Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241115T161142Z UID:10020589-1781706600-1781710200@hla.oldham.gov.uk SUMMARY:Readers group DESCRIPTION:Whether you’re an avid reader or someone who dips in and out of books when time allows- we love to welcome new members. Join us on the 3rd Wednesday of the month to chat about all things books. URL:https://hla.oldham.gov.uk/event/readers-group-4/2026-06-17/ LOCATION:Crompton Library\, 7 Farrow Street\, Shaw\, Oldham\, England\, OL2 8QY\, United Kingdom END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260626T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260626T103000 DTSTAMP:20260502T111222 CREATED:20260325T162434Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T162801Z UID:10058355-1782468000-1782469800@hla.oldham.gov.uk SUMMARY:Little Reads DESCRIPTION:Little Reads is a fun\, interactive workshop using songs and stories to explore children’s picture books. Perfect for under 4’s and their families in partnership with Manchester Literature Festival. \n\n\n\nNo need to book\, just come along. URL:https://hla.oldham.gov.uk/event/little-reads/2026-06-26/ LOCATION:Oldham Library & Lifelong Learning Centre\, Greaves Street\, Oldham\, OL1 1AL\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Children & Families END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260626T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260626T113000 DTSTAMP:20260502T111222 CREATED:20260325T164907Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T162658Z UID:10058475-1782471600-1782473400@hla.oldham.gov.uk SUMMARY:Little Reads DESCRIPTION:Little Reads is a fun\, interactive workshop using songs and stories to explore children’s picture books. Perfect for under 4’s and their families in partnership with Manchester Literature Festival. \n\n\n\nNo need to book\, just come along. URL:https://hla.oldham.gov.uk/event/little-reads-2/2026-06-26/ LOCATION:Oldham Library & Lifelong Learning Centre\, Greaves Street\, Oldham\, OL1 1AL\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Children & Families END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260627T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260627T110000 DTSTAMP:20260502T111222 CREATED:20260501T150502Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T151053Z UID:10063889-1782554400-1782558000@hla.oldham.gov.uk SUMMARY:Extra Small Cinema - The Gruffalo DESCRIPTION:Join us for these extra special Extra Small Cinema sessions to celebrate the opening of Our Beautiful Oldham Exhibition @GalleryOldham. These sessions are free to book. \n\n\n\nOur sensory film screenings for under 5s have relaxed seating with bean bags and cushions\, sensory play materials and specially chosen early years films are perfect for little ones to get their first cinema experience. URL:https://hla.oldham.gov.uk/event/extra-small-cinema-the-gruffalo-2/2026-06-27/1/ LOCATION:Gallery Oldham\, 35 Greaves Street\, Oldham\, England\, OL1 1AL\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Children & Families END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260629T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260629T113000 DTSTAMP:20260502T111222 CREATED:20260305T145302Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T195244Z UID:10052759-1782729000-1782732600@hla.oldham.gov.uk SUMMARY:Mindfulness Walks DESCRIPTION:Adult wellness walks with Oldham Libraries. URL:https://hla.oldham.gov.uk/event/mindfulness-walks-13/ LOCATION:Failsworth Library\, Oldham Road\, Failsworth\, England\, M35 0EJ\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Health and Wellbeing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hla.oldham.gov.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/bc5e622c3e9de847cdc6d5bc569802fb.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260706T183000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260706T193000 DTSTAMP:20260502T111222 CREATED:20260324T102836Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T102838Z UID:10017341-1783362600-1783366200@hla.oldham.gov.uk SUMMARY:Chadderton Readers Group DESCRIPTION:Reading group  meet and discuss a book or books that they have read and share their opinions. The members of the group normally agree to read a particular book\, and then discuss their own thoughts\, experiences and impressions at the next meeting. Joining is free and the group welcome new members. It’s also a great way to meet people with similar interest and make new friends. URL:https://hla.oldham.gov.uk/event/chadderton-readers-group-3/2026-07-06/ LOCATION:Chadderton Library and Wellbeing Centre\, Burnley Street\, Chadderton\, England\, OL9 0JW\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Health and Wellbeing,Learning END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260708T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260708T220000 DTSTAMP:20260502T111222 CREATED:20260501T144623Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T144625Z UID:10061831-1783537200-1783548000@hla.oldham.gov.uk SUMMARY:Bedtime Stories DESCRIPTION:Pop on your cosiest PJ’s\, bring your teddy and enjoy some rhymes\, signs and stories with Eliza Says URL:https://hla.oldham.gov.uk/event/bedtime-stories-10/ LOCATION:Oldham Library & Lifelong Learning Centre\, Greaves Street\, Oldham\, OL1 1AL\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Children & Families ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hla.oldham.gov.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/26c9935d5fd43ea74d410065f5303948.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260722T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260722T150000 DTSTAMP:20260502T111222 CREATED:20260318T133431Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T133757Z UID:10055041-1784728800-1784732400@hla.oldham.gov.uk SUMMARY:Gallery Talk: Natural History Collection DESCRIPTION: \n\n\nThis is part of our monthly talk programme. All our talks are free\, informal and last around 40 minutes with time to ask questions at the end. \nJoin our curator Patricia Francis for a tour of our brand new Our Beautiful Oldham gallery. She will share stories about the birds\, animals\, plants and insects on display. \nMeet in Our Beautiful Oldham Gallery. No need to book. URL:https://hla.oldham.gov.uk/event/gallery-talk-natural-history/ LOCATION:Gallery Oldham\, 35 Greaves Street\, Oldham\, England\, OL1 1AL\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Exhibitions, Talks & Tours ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hla.oldham.gov.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Natural-History-Talk.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260812T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260812T150000 DTSTAMP:20260502T111222 CREATED:20260318T165219Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T165221Z UID:10055053-1786543200-1786546800@hla.oldham.gov.uk SUMMARY:Gallery Talk: Ferranti DESCRIPTION: \n\n\nThis is part of our monthly talk programme. All our talks are free\, informal and last around 40 minutes with time to ask questions at the end. \nJoin our curator Karen Heatley for a tour of the Oldham and the World gallery. She will share stories about Ferranti\, the company which built the first commercial computer. \nMeet in Oldham and the World Gallery. No need to book. URL:https://hla.oldham.gov.uk/event/gallery-talk-ferranti/ LOCATION:Gallery Oldham\, 35 Greaves Street\, Oldham\, England\, OL1 1AL\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Exhibitions, Talks & Tours ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hla.oldham.gov.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Ferranti.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260812T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260812T163000 DTSTAMP:20260502T111222 CREATED:20260303T112919Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T195311Z UID:10050427-1786543200-1786552200@hla.oldham.gov.uk SUMMARY:Small Cinema: Sing 2 DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a sensory friendly screening of the film Sing 2\n\n\nCan-do Koala Buster Moon and his all star cast of animals prepare to launch their most dazzling stage performance yet. This is a sensory friendly screening with non-rescricted seating and softer lighting. \nFree crafts from 12:30pm \nAll attendees require a ticket. Chldren get free snack and drink with their ticket. URL:https://hla.oldham.gov.uk/event/small-cinema-sing-2/ LOCATION:Oldham Library & Lifelong Learning Centre\, Greaves Street\, Oldham\, OL1 1AL\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hla.oldham.gov.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/462a7815493208739b9a16cdc7250ccf.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260921T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260921T113000 DTSTAMP:20260502T111222 CREATED:20260305T145446Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T195244Z UID:10052761-1789986600-1789990200@hla.oldham.gov.uk SUMMARY:Mindfulness Walks DESCRIPTION:Adult wellness walks with Oldham Libraries. URL:https://hla.oldham.gov.uk/event/mindfulness-walks-14/ LOCATION:Failsworth Library\, Oldham Road\, Failsworth\, England\, M35 0EJ\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Health and Wellbeing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hla.oldham.gov.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/bc5e622c3e9de847cdc6d5bc569802fb.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261024T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261024T163000 DTSTAMP:20260502T111222 CREATED:20260203T142940Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T195312Z UID:10050429-1792850400-1792859400@hla.oldham.gov.uk SUMMARY:Small Cinema: Wish DESCRIPTION:Join us for s sensory friendly screening of Wish.\n\n\nAsha makes a powerful wish that is answered by a cosmic force called star. Together they must take on the King to save her community. This is a sensory friendly screening with non-restricted seating and softer lighting. Free crafts from 12:30pm. \nAll attendees are required to purchase a ticket. \nChildren recieve a free snack and drink with their ticket. URL:https://hla.oldham.gov.uk/event/small-cinema-wish/ LOCATION:Oldham Library & Lifelong Learning Centre\, Greaves Street\, Oldham\, OL1 1AL\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hla.oldham.gov.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/543dc1c3adeab8cf58f221dce71b6099.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR