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4 events,
One Seven Five: An incomplete history of Oldham in 175 objects
One Seven Five: An incomplete history of Oldham in 175 objects exhibition
Free
Knit & natter
Knit & natter
Join this friendly group for knitting, crocheting and chat every Monday afternoon at Failsworth Library.
Free
Chadderton Library: Marvellous Makers Craft Activity
Chadderton Library: Marvellous Makers Craft Activity
Join us at Chadderton library for an hour of marvellous makers craft activity. For more information about this year's Summer Reading Challenge click here
Free
7 events,
Books, brew & banter
Books, brew & banter
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.
Free
Online basics
Online basics
Come along to our free online course for beginners and develop your digital skills so you can feel comfortable in the online world.
Free
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Collab Lab – Dance workshop with Joy Ogboko
Collab Lab – Dance workshop with Joy Ogboko
Our amazing summer school is back with a bang! Join us over the summer break to be explore your creativity for teenagers.This summer is all about collaboration in Gallery Oldham's and Oldham Libraries summer school! Work with a different artist each week to explore all things creative. In this session you will work with Joy […]
Failsworth Library: Marvellous Makers Craft Activity
Failsworth Library: Marvellous Makers Craft Activity
Join us at Failsworth library for an hour of marvellous makers craft activity. For more information about this year's Summer Reading Challenge click here
Free
Greenfield Library: Marvellous Makers Craft Activity
Greenfield Library: Marvellous Makers Craft Activity
Join us at Greenfield library for an hour of marvellous makers craft activity. For more information about this year's Summer Reading Challenge click here
Free
11 events,
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Ilaria the Storyteller
Ilaria the Storyteller
Join Ilaria the Storyteller and the characters from Honeypot Village. Funny stories for the whole family to enjoy. Rita the mouse is taking part in a skateboarding competition! Come along to cheer her on and make a banner. Go Rita!
Free
Uppermill Library: Marvellous Makers Craft Activity
Uppermill Library: Marvellous Makers Craft Activity
Join us at Uppermill library for an hour of marvellous makers craft activity. For more information about this year's Summer Reading Challenge click here
Free
Bounce & rhyme
Bounce & rhyme
Join our playful sessions and meet new friends, explore the library spaces, learn new rhymes and songs and enjoy some sensory play in our Bounce and Rhyme Sessions. Perfect for 0 – 5’s. Free to join, no need to book.
Free
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Small Cinema: Up (U)
Small Cinema: Up (U)
Retired balloon salesman Carl Fredriksen and eight-year-old Russell fly toward adventure as they seek the famed Paradise Falls!Small Cinema: UP! (U)Join us for a fantastic film at Oldham Library ! Our next summer screening is Up, after losing his beloved wife, Ellie, Carl, a retired balloon salesman, decides to fulfill their lifelong dream of exploring […]
Online basics
Online basics
Come along to our free online course for beginners and develop your digital skills so you can feel comfortable in the online world.
Free
8 events,
Citizens Advice Drop Ins
Citizens Advice Drop Ins
You will be seen for an assessment on a first come, firstserved basis. The advisor may also make anappointment to see you at another time.
Free
Books, brew & banter
Books, brew & banter
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.
Free
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Paper Pop Ups with Fay Taylor
Paper Pop Ups with Fay Taylor
Pop up ocean scene craftGet crafty and creative in this interactive workshop led by artist Fay Taylor, who will help you to make your own pop up ocean scene. Don’t forget to pop up to our gallery too – where you’ll find three giant jelly fish floating along.Suitable for ages 5+ and their families. Please […]
Lees Library: Marvellous Makers Craft Activity
Lees Library: Marvellous Makers Craft Activity
Join us at Lees library for an hour of marvellous makers craft activity. For more information about this year's Summer Reading Challenge click here
Free
9 events,
Online basics
Online basics
Come along to our free online course for beginners and develop your digital skills so you can feel comfortable in the online world.
Free
Chat & choose
Chat & choose
Pop into Limehurst Library for a brew and a chat about books or anything you like.
Free
Chat & choose
Chat & choose
Pop into Fitton Hill Library for a brew and a chat about books or anything you like.
Free
Chat & choose
Chat & choose
Pop in to Northmoor Library and have a brew and a chat with others about books or anything you like.
Free
4 events,
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Khushi Festival
Khushi Festival
Khushi Festival, our annual festival of happiness, is back! Saturday 3 August 2024 - Oldham Library - 10:30am-5pm Khushi Festival will be taking over Oldham Library for a day packed with performances, workshops, games, music, and, of course, happiness! Challenge your friends and family to some fun games, join us for a cup of chai, […]
Free
5 events,
Knit & natter
Knit & natter
Join this friendly group for knitting, crocheting and chat every Monday afternoon at Failsworth Library.
Free
-
Poetry and Performance with Ollie Sykes
Poetry and Performance with Ollie Sykes
An interactive poetry and performance workshop for childrenJoin award-winning children’s author and poet, Oliver Sykes, for a fun-filled poetry-writing/performance workshop. Sit back and enjoy watching Oliver bring his poems to life, then have a go at creating a poem of your own!Suitable for ages 7+ - please book tickets for participating children only.
Free
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Bedtime Stories
Bedtime Stories
Wear your favourite pjs and join Lorenza from ‘Eliza Says’ for signing, rhyming, warm milk, and toast. Free event. Everyone welcome
8 events,
Books, brew & banter
Books, brew & banter
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.
Free
Online basics
Online basics
Come along to our free online course for beginners and develop your digital skills so you can feel comfortable in the online world.
Free
-
Collab Lab – Upcycling with artist Amelie Matignon (two week course)
Collab Lab – Upcycling with artist Amelie Matignon (two week course)
Our amazing summer school is back with a bang! Join us over the summer break to be explore your creativity for teenagers.Upcycling with artist Amelie Matignon, Amelie is a textile artist originally from France who now lives in Manchester. In these sessions you will design, decorate and upcycle a piece of your old clothing to […]
Failsworth Library: Marvellous Makers Craft Activity
Failsworth Library: Marvellous Makers Craft Activity
Join us at Failsworth library for an hour of marvellous makers craft activity. For more information about this year's Summer Reading Challenge click here
Free
Greenfield Library: Marvellous Makers Craft Activity
Greenfield Library: Marvellous Makers Craft Activity
Join us at Greenfield library for an hour of marvellous makers craft activity. For more information about this year's Summer Reading Challenge click here
Free
11 events,
Crompton Library: Marvellous Makers Craft Activity
Crompton Library: Marvellous Makers Craft Activity
Join us at Crompton library for an hour of marvellous makers craft activity
Free
Bounce & rhyme
Bounce & rhyme
Join our playful sessions and meet new friends, explore the library spaces, learn new rhymes and songs and enjoy some sensory play in our Bounce and Rhyme Sessions. Perfect for 0 – 5’s. Free to join, no need to book.
Free
Uppermill Library: Marvellous Makers Craft Activity
Uppermill Library: Marvellous Makers Craft Activity
Join us at Uppermill library for an hour of marvellous makers craft activity. For more information about this year's Summer Reading Challenge click here
Free
Fitton Hill Library: Marvellous Makers Craft Activity
Fitton Hill Library: Marvellous Makers Craft Activity
Join us at Fitton Hill library for an hour of marvellous makers craft activity. For more information about this year's Summer Reading Challenge click here
Free
Online basics
Online basics
Come along to our free online course for beginners and develop your digital skills so you can feel comfortable in the online world.
Free
9 events,
Citizens Advice Drop Ins
Citizens Advice Drop Ins
You will be seen for an assessment on a first come, firstserved basis. The advisor may also make anappointment to see you at another time.
Free
Books, brew & banter
Books, brew & banter
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.
Free
-
Art Workshop with Artist Caroline Coates
Art Workshop with Artist Caroline Coates
Join artist Caroline Coates as you become a marvellous maker Join Caroline Coates in this interactive art workshops for children age 5 + and their families. Watch this space for more details about what you'll be making as part of our Marvellous Makers Summer Reading Challenge Booking essential via Eventbrite - https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/art-workshop-with-artist-caroline-coates-tickets-911289620787?aff=oddtdtcreator
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Ilaria the Storyteller
Ilaria the Storyteller
Join Ilaria the Storyteller and the characters from Honeypot Village. Funny stories for the whole family to enjoy. Rita the mouse is taking part in a skateboarding competition! Come along to cheer her on and make a banner. Go Rita! Booking Via Eventbrite on the link below.
8 events,
Online basics
Online basics
Come along to our free online course for beginners and develop your digital skills so you can feel comfortable in the online world.
Free
Chat & choose
Chat & choose
Pop into Limehurst Library for a brew and a chat about books or anything you like.
Free
Chat & choose
Chat & choose
Pop in to Northmoor Library and have a brew and a chat with others about books or anything you like.
Free
Chat & choose
Chat & choose
Pop into Fitton Hill Library for a brew and a chat about books or anything you like.
Free
3 events,
4 events,
Knit & natter
Knit & natter
Join this friendly group for knitting, crocheting and chat every Monday afternoon at Failsworth Library.
Free
Chadderton Library: Movement Makers, Summer Reading Challenge Activity.
Chadderton Library: Movement Makers, Summer Reading Challenge Activity.
Join us at Chadderton library for an hour of Bollywood Dancing with Karuna. For more information about this year's Summer Reading Challenge click here
Free
7 events,
Books, brew & banter
Books, brew & banter
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.
Free
Online basics
Online basics
Come along to our free online course for beginners and develop your digital skills so you can feel comfortable in the online world.
Free
Moston Brook social walks
Moston Brook social walks
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. Contact : Ann Bates, Moston Brook Project Officer, t. 07801 204 804, email: ann.bates@oldham.gov.uk
Free
Failsworth Library: Marvellous Makers Craft Activity
Failsworth Library: Marvellous Makers Craft Activity
Join us at Failsworth library for an hour of marvellous makers craft activity. For more information about this year's Summer Reading Challenge click here
Free
Greenfield Library: Marvellous Makers Lego Printing
Greenfield Library: Marvellous Makers Lego Printing
Join us at Greenfield library for an hour of marvellous makers lego printing with Dee and Jenny. Make your lego board and then using ink, create your very own personalised print. This is a drop-in activity but numbers are limited. Suitable for ages 7 + For more information about this year's Summer Reading Challenge click […]
Free
11 events,
Crompton Library: Marvellous Makers Craft Activity
Crompton Library: Marvellous Makers Craft Activity
Join us at Crompton library for an hour of marvellous makers craft activity
Free
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Build A Business Coffee Morning
Build A Business Coffee Morning
Come and meet other local businesses, have a hot drink and find out about free support available to you in Oldham!
Bounce & rhyme
Bounce & rhyme
Join our playful sessions and meet new friends, explore the library spaces, learn new rhymes and songs and enjoy some sensory play in our Bounce and Rhyme Sessions. Perfect for 0 – 5’s. Free to join, no need to book.
Free
Uppermill Library: Movement Makers, Summer Reading Challenge Activity
Uppermill Library: Movement Makers, Summer Reading Challenge Activity
Join us at Uppermill library for an hour of Bollywood Dancing with Karuna. For more information about this year's Summer Reading Challenge click here
Free
-
Dommy B Makes Great Rhymes!
Dommy B Makes Great Rhymes!
An interactive and high energy poetry workshop with Dommy B.All children ages 5+ welcome to this easy, fun time making great rhymes with professional poet Dommy B (winner of ‘Best Spoken Word Artist of 2020’ from Saboteur, Glastonbury festival poet in Residence.) You need no paper, nothing with which to write, just your imaginations and […]
9 events,
Citizens Advice Drop Ins
Citizens Advice Drop Ins
You will be seen for an assessment on a first come, firstserved basis. The advisor may also make anappointment to see you at another time.
Free
Books, brew & banter
Books, brew & banter
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.
Free
-
Make Marvellous Models
Make Marvellous Models
Make your own clay creations with artist Claire CuthbertYou’ll be supported by artist Claire to design and sculpt your own clay model. Claire will then glaze and fire your creations for collection at a later date.Recommended for ages 5+ - please book tickets for participating children only.
Lees Library: Marvellous Makers Craft Activity
Lees Library: Marvellous Makers Craft Activity
Join us at Lees library for an hour of marvellous makers craft activity. For more information about this year's Summer Reading Challenge click here
Free
8 events,
Online basics
Online basics
Come along to our free online course for beginners and develop your digital skills so you can feel comfortable in the online world.
Free
Chat & choose
Chat & choose
Pop in to Northmoor Library and have a brew and a chat with others about books or anything you like.
Free
Chat & choose
Chat & choose
Pop into Fitton Hill Library for a brew and a chat about books or anything you like.
Free
Chat & choose
Chat & choose
Pop into Limehurst Library for a brew and a chat about books or anything you like.
Free
3 events,
4 events,
Knit & natter
Knit & natter
Join this friendly group for knitting, crocheting and chat every Monday afternoon at Failsworth Library.
Free
Chadderton Library: Marvellous Makers Craft Activity
Chadderton Library: Marvellous Makers Craft Activity
Join us at Chadderton library for an hour of marvellous makers craft activity. For more information about this year's Summer Reading Challenge click here
Free
7 events,
Books, brew & banter
Books, brew & banter
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.
Free
Online basics
Online basics
Come along to our free online course for beginners and develop your digital skills so you can feel comfortable in the online world.
Free
-
Collab Lab – Summer School
Collab Lab – Summer School
Our amazing summer school is back with a bang! Join us over the summer break to be explore your creativity for teenagers.This summer is all about collaboration in Gallery Oldham's and Oldham Libraries summer school! Work with a different artist over two weeks to create your own masterpiece, meet other local teenagers and learn new […]
Free
-
Dommy B Makes Great Rhymes!
Dommy B Makes Great Rhymes!
An interactive and high energy poetry workshop with Dommy B.All children ages 5+ welcome to this easy, fun time making great rhymes with professional poet Dommy B (winner of ‘Best Spoken Word Artist of 2020’ from Saboteur, Glastonbury festival poet in Residence.) You need no paper, nothing with which to write, just your imaginations and […]
Free
Greenfield Library: Marvellous Makers Craft Activity
Greenfield Library: Marvellous Makers Craft Activity
Join us at Greenfield library for an hour of marvellous makers craft activity. For more information about this year's Summer Reading Challenge click here
Free
11 events,
Crompton Library: Marvellous Makers Craft Activity
Crompton Library: Marvellous Makers Craft Activity
Join us at Crompton library for an hour of marvellous makers craft activity
Free
-
Art Workshop with Artist Caroline Coates
Art Workshop with Artist Caroline Coates
Join artist Caroline Coates as you become a marvellous makerJoin Caroline Coates in this interactive art workshops for children age 5 + and their families. Watch this space for more details about what you'll be making as part of our Marvellous Makers Summer Reading Challenge
Bounce & rhyme
Bounce & rhyme
Join our playful sessions and meet new friends, explore the library spaces, learn new rhymes and songs and enjoy some sensory play in our Bounce and Rhyme Sessions. Perfect for 0 – 5’s. Free to join, no need to book.
Free
Uppermill Library: Make Musical Fruit
Uppermill Library: Make Musical Fruit
Join Anna and Jenny as they use digital technology to make musical fruit! If a banana had a sound what would it be? This event is drop-in but numbers are limited. Suitable for ages 7+ For more information about this year's Summer Reading Challenge click here
Free
Fitton Hill Library: Marvellous Makers Craft Activity
Fitton Hill Library: Marvellous Makers Craft Activity
Join us at Fitton Hill library for an hour of marvellous makers craft activity. For more information about this year's Summer Reading Challenge click here
Free
8 events,
Citizens Advice Drop Ins
Citizens Advice Drop Ins
You will be seen for an assessment on a first come, firstserved basis. The advisor may also make anappointment to see you at another time.
Free
Books, brew & banter
Books, brew & banter
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.
Free
-
Dommy B Makes Great Rhymes!
Dommy B Makes Great Rhymes!
An interactive and high energy poetry workshop with Dommy B.All children ages 5+ welcome to this easy, fun time making great rhymes with professional poet Dommy B (winner of ‘Best Spoken Word Artist of 2020’ from Saboteur, Glastonbury festival poet in Residence.) You need no paper, nothing with which to write, just your imaginations and […]
Lees Library: Marvellous Makers Craft Activity
Lees Library: Marvellous Makers Craft Activity
Join us at Lees library for an hour of marvellous makers craft activity. For more information about this year's Summer Reading Challenge click here
Free
8 events,
Online basics
Online basics
Come along to our free online course for beginners and develop your digital skills so you can feel comfortable in the online world.
Free
Chat & choose
Chat & choose
Pop into Fitton Hill Library for a brew and a chat about books or anything you like.
Free
Chat & choose
Chat & choose
Pop into Limehurst Library for a brew and a chat about books or anything you like.
Free
Chat & choose
Chat & choose
Pop in to Northmoor Library and have a brew and a chat with others about books or anything you like.
Free
3 events,
3 events,
Knit & natter
Knit & natter
Join this friendly group for knitting, crocheting and chat every Monday afternoon at Failsworth Library.
Free
6 events,
Books, brew & banter
Books, brew & banter
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.
Free
Online basics
Online basics
Come along to our free online course for beginners and develop your digital skills so you can feel comfortable in the online world.
Free
Failsworth Library: Marvellous Makers Craft Activity
Failsworth Library: Marvellous Makers Craft Activity
Join us at Failsworth library for an hour of marvellous makers craft activity. For more information about this year's Summer Reading Challenge click here
Free
Greenfield Library: Marvellous Makers Craft Activity
Greenfield Library: Marvellous Makers Craft Activity
Join us at Greenfield library for an hour of marvellous makers craft activity. For more information about this year's Summer Reading Challenge click here
Free
10 events,
Crompton Library: Marvellous Makers Lego Printing
Crompton Library: Marvellous Makers Lego Printing
Join us at Crompton library for an hour of marvellous makers lego printing with Dee and Jenny. Make your lego board and then using ink, create your very own personalised print. This is a drop-in activity but numbers are limited. Suitable for ages 7 + For more information about this year's Summer Reading Challenge click […]
Free
Bounce & rhyme
Bounce & rhyme
Join our playful sessions and meet new friends, explore the library spaces, learn new rhymes and songs and enjoy some sensory play in our Bounce and Rhyme Sessions. Perfect for 0 – 5’s. Free to join, no need to book.
Free
Uppermill Library: Marvellous Makers Craft Activity
Uppermill Library: Marvellous Makers Craft Activity
Join us at Uppermill library for an hour of marvellous makers craft activity. For more information about this year's Summer Reading Challenge click here
Free
Online basics
Online basics
Come along to our free online course for beginners and develop your digital skills so you can feel comfortable in the online world.
Free
Fitton Hill Library: Marvellous Makers Craft Activity
Fitton Hill Library: Marvellous Makers Craft Activity
Join us at Fitton Hill library for an hour of marvellous makers craft activity. For more information about this year's Summer Reading Challenge click here
Free
7 events,
Citizens Advice Drop Ins
Citizens Advice Drop Ins
You will be seen for an assessment on a first come, firstserved basis. The advisor may also make anappointment to see you at another time.
Free
Books, brew & banter
Books, brew & banter
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.
Free
Lees Library: Marvellous Makers Craft Activity
Lees Library: Marvellous Makers Craft Activity
Join us at Lees library for an hour of marvellous makers craft activity. For more information about this year's Summer Reading Challenge click here
Free
Northmoor Library: Make Musical Fruit
Northmoor Library: Make Musical Fruit
Join Anna and Jenny as they use digital technology to make musical fruit! If a banana had a sound what would it be? This event is drop-in but numbers are limited. Suitable for ages 7+ For more information about this year's Summer Reading Challenge click here
Free
8 events,
Online basics
Online basics
Come along to our free online course for beginners and develop your digital skills so you can feel comfortable in the online world.
Free
Chat & choose
Chat & choose
Pop in to Northmoor Library and have a brew and a chat with others about books or anything you like.
Free
Chat & choose
Chat & choose
Pop into Limehurst Library for a brew and a chat about books or anything you like.
Free
Chat & choose
Chat & choose
Pop into Fitton Hill Library for a brew and a chat about books or anything you like.
Free