Live@TheLibrary: Life’s Little VicToms
Oldham Library & Lifelong Learning Centre Greaves Street, OldhamWeek of Events
A Minute to Midnight
A Minute to Midnight
The Doomsday Clock was developed in 1947 as an indicator to show how close humanity is to destruction. Then it was set at seven minutes to midnight. The hands are currently set at 90 seconds to midnight, indicating how much closer the planet is to disaster. Human activities such as burning fossil fuel to power […]
Knit & natter
Knit & natter
Join this friendly group for knitting, crocheting and chat every Monday afternoon at Failsworth Library.
Bounce and Rhyme
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.
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.
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.
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
Knit and Natter
Bounce and Rhyme
Bounce and Rhyme
Join us at our weekly bounce and rhyme event, learn new rhymes, sing songs and make friends. Perfect for 0-4s.
Bounce and Rhyme
Bedtime Stories
Bedtime Stories
Join Lorenza from 'Eliza Says' in our monthly Bedtime Stories sessions. Pop on your favourite PJ's, bring your teddy and enjoy an evening of stories, and rhymes! Each session is British Sign Language supported. Alongside the stories we have warm milk and toast for all of the children attending too!
Citizens Advice at Crompton Library
Citizens Advice at Crompton Library
Citizens advice are now offering a drop in session at Crompton library. These sessions are on a first come first served basis.
Digital Confidence
Digital Confidence
Drop in and join our free platform for beginners. Develop your digital skills or get comfortable with your own device. Work through modules at your own pace , with someone there for guidance if you need. Come along and improve your digital confidence.
Chat and Choose
Chat and Choose
Fancy a brew ? Our Chat and Choose sessions are a great opportunity to meet people, relax and pick up a good book
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.
Chadderton Knitters
The Lights – a talk by Paulette Brien
The Lights – a talk by Paulette Brien
Join Paulette Brien, Curator of Grundy Art Gallery, for an interesting and insightful talk on The Lights - Blackpool’s collection of contemporary light art that is currently exhibiting at Gallery Oldham. The Lights 25 January - 26 April Gallery 3 Over the last five years, Grundy Art Gallery in Blackpool has developed a special interest […]
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.
Lego Club
Lego Club
Come and join the fun at Limehurst Library’s Lego Club. Build, create, and play. Let your imagination run wild. No need to book in advance – this is a Drop in event For ages 5 and over. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an Adult.
Lego Club
Lego Club
Come and join the fun at Northmoor Library’s Lego Club. Build, create, and play. Let your imagination run wild. No need to book in advance – this is a Drop in event For ages 5 and over. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an Adult.
Knit & natter
Knit & natter
Join this friendly group for knitting, crocheting and a chat every Wednesday afternoon at Limehurst Library.
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.
Online Basics
Bounce and Rhyme
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.
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.
Online basics
Lego Club
Lego Club
Come and join the fun at Fitton Hill Library’s Lego Club. Build, create, and play. Let your imagination run wild. No need to book in advance – this is a Drop in event For ages 5 and over. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an Adult
Life Drawing with Hunion
Life Drawing with Hunion
From beginners to more advanced, our life drawing sessions are the perfect opportunity to develop your skills.
Live@TheLibrary: Life’s Little VicToms
Live@TheLibrary: Life’s Little VicToms
Get ready to experience a one-of-a-kind comedy play, "Life's Little VicToms," that is hilariously developed from true stories.It ingeniously blends theatre with situation comedy to captivate the audience. Follow Vicky and Tom, a middle-aged couple, in two very different scenarios as they tackle the ups and downs of everyday life. This play's unique style masterfully […]
Crompton Crafters
Crompton Crafters
Join our friendly crafters at Crompton library. Chatting and crafting, what better way to spend a Friday afternoon.
Bounce and Rhyme
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.
Chat & choose
Chat & choose
Pop into Limehurst Library for a brew and a chat about books or anything you like.
Chat & choose
Chat & choose
Pop in to Northmoor Library and have a brew and a chat with others about books or anything you like.
Chat & choose
Chat & choose
Pop into Fitton Hill Library for a brew and a chat about books or anything you like.
Digital confidence
Digital confidence
Drop in and join our free platform for beginners. Develop your digital skills or get comfortable with your own device. Work through modules at your own pace , with someone there for guidance if you need. Come along and improve your digital confidence.
Art Saturdays – Northmoor Library
Art Saturdays – Northmoor Library
Come along for a free arts session with Peshkar. Join artist Anna to explore and craft stories from the people who make Oldham a special place to live. Over the course of the Young Digitals Festival Anna will be researching family heritages and histories, whether they be image or text, word of mouth or archived, […]
Lego Club
Lego Club
Come and join the fun at Failsworth Library’s Lego Club. Build, create, and play. Let your imagination run wild. No need to book in advance – this is a Drop in event For ages 5 and over. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an Adult.
Art Saturdays – Royton Library
Art Saturdays – Royton Library
Come along for a free arts session with Peshkar for YDF25. Join artist Grecia as we explore Oldham’s heritage and create new art with old methods! Discover the rich heritage of arts and crafts in Oldham! Join us in hands-on sessions exploring traditional techniques like printing, weaving, embossing, collaging, and more. Dive into local history […]
Art Saturdays – Failsworth Library
Art Saturdays – Failsworth Library
Come along for a free art session with Peshkar. Join artist Igor to explore and create art based on Oldham's history, high streets and shops Igor will be running a hands-on workshop where art, movement, and storytelling collide! Through abstract mark-making, we’ll transform gestures and personal narratives into a collective artwork celebrating Oldham’s history and […]
GO! With Manchester University
GO! With Manchester University
Make your own kaleidoscope with Manchester University, in this workshop that explores light and symmetry, then enjoy our current exhibition The Lights.