Week of Events
Healthy New Year Festival 2026
Various dates and times - see below for details Join us for a festival of craft and information stalls, free exercise classes, health checks and family activities – for a fantastic start to 2026 and a Healthy New Year!
Monday, January 19, 2026
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January 19, 2026 -Citizens Advice
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January 19, 2026 -Bounce and Rhyme
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January 19, 2026 -Mindfulness Walks
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January 19, 2026 -Knit & natter at Failsworth Library
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.
Mindfulness Walks
Adult wellness walks with Oldham Libraries. Nature is full of wonder and inspiration. Stepping out into it together, we can explore pathways to resilience and wellbeing. Walking alongside whatever difficult issues or feelings we are experiencing, we will tune into our senses and our breath. Using these free, simple, natural resources to begin to soothe […]
Knit & natter at Failsworth Library
Join this friendly group for knitting, crocheting and chat every Monday afternoon at Failsworth Library.
Tuesday, January 20, 2026
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January 20, 2026 -Books, brew & banter at Failsworth Library
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January 20, 2026 -Bounce and Rhyme
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January 20, 2026 -Bounce and Rhyme
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January 20, 2026 -Lees health walks
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January 20, 2026 -Digital confidence at Failsworth Library
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January 20, 2026 -Knit and Natter
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January 20, 2026 -Bounce and Rhyme
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January 20, 2026 -Bounce and Rhyme
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.
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.
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.
Lees health walks
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
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.
Bounce and Rhyme
Join us at our weekly bounce and rhyme event, learn new rhymes, sing songs and make friends. Perfect for 0-4s.
Wednesday, January 21, 2026
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January 21, 2026 -Chat and Choose
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January 21, 2026 -Readers Group
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January 21, 2026 -Citizens Advice at Crompton Library
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January 21, 2026 -Digital Confidence
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January 21, 2026 -Chat and Choose
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January 21, 2026 -Bounce & rhyme at Failsworth Library
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January 21, 2026 -Chadderton Knitters
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January 21, 2026 -Gallery Talk: Lynn Setterington
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January 21, 2026 -Bounce and rhyme
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January 21, 2026 -Digital Confidence at Fitton Hill Library
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January 21, 2026 -Readers group
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January 21, 2026 -Lego Club at Limehurst Library
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January 21, 2026 -Lego Club at Northmoor Library
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January 21, 2026 -Knit & natter at Limehurst Library
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January 21, 2026 -Game on! at Fitton Hill Library
Chat and Choose
Fancy a brew? Our weekly chat and choose sessions are a great opportunity to meet people , relax and pick up a good book.
Readers Group
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 third Wednesday of every month .
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
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
Fancy a brew ? Our Chat and Choose sessions are a great opportunity to meet people, relax and pick up a good book
Bounce & rhyme at Failsworth Library
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.
Gallery Talk: Lynn Setterington
This 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. Join artist Lynn Setterington who will share some of her favourite projects from throughout her career. Meet in Gallery 3. No need to book.
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. Free
Digital Confidence at Fitton Hill Library
Come along to our free online course for beginners and develop your digital skills so you can feel comfortable in the online world.
Readers group
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.
Lego Club at Limehurst Library
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 at Northmoor Library
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 at Limehurst Library
Join this friendly group for knitting, crocheting and a chat every Wednesday afternoon at Limehurst Library.
Game on! at Fitton Hill Library
Check out our Nintendo Switch Sessions at Fitton Hill Library. Sessions are 30 minutes long and bookable with a member of library staff.
Thursday, January 22, 2026
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January 22, 2026 -Citizens Advice at Failsworth Library
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January 22, 2026 -Online Basics
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January 22, 2026 -Bounce and Rhyme
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January 22, 2026 -Books, brew & banter at Failsworth Library
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January 22, 2026 -Digital confidence at Limehurst library
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January 22, 2026 -Bounce and Rhyme
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January 22, 2026 -Lego Club at Fitton Hill Library
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January 22, 2026 -Game on! at Fitton Hill Library
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January 22, 2026 -HNYF: Writing for Wellbeing, Workshop & Dinner
Citizens Advice at Failsworth Library
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.
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 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.
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. Free
Lego Club at Fitton Hill Library
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
Game on! at Fitton Hill Library
Check out our Nintendo Switch Sessions at Fitton Hill Library. Sessions are 30 minutes long and bookable with a member of library staff.
HNYF: Writing for Wellbeing, Workshop & Dinner
An evening of creative writing while you enjoy a delicious meal.Join us at Oldham Library for an evening of creative writing session. The session will be delivered by writer Rose Condo. Ticket price includes a delicious evening meal.When booking your ticket, please mention any dietary requirements you may have.Rose is a Canadian poet and educator. […]
Friday, January 23, 2026
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January 23, 2026 -Crompton Crafters
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January 23, 2026 -Bounce and Rhyme
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January 23, 2026 -Bounce & Rhyme at Fitton Hill Library
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January 23, 2026 -Digital Confidence at Northmoor Library
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January 23, 2026 -Bounce and rhyme
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January 23, 2026 -Chat & choose at Northmoor Library
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January 23, 2026 -Chat & choose at Limehurst Library
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January 23, 2026 -Chat & choose at Fitton Hill Library
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January 23, 2026 -Chatty Crafts
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January 23, 2026 -HNYF 2026: COPD and Exercise Talk
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January 23, 2026 -Digital confidence
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January 23, 2026 -Crompton Crafters
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January 23, 2026 -Chat and choose
Crompton Crafters
Join our friendly crafters at Crompton library. Chatting and crafting, what better way to spend a Friday afternoon.
Bounce & Rhyme at Fitton Hill Library
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.
Digital Confidence at Northmoor Library
Come along to our free online course for beginners and develop your digital skills so you can feel comfortable in the online world.
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. Free
Chat & choose at Northmoor Library
Pop in to Northmoor Library and have a brew and a chat with others about books or anything you like.
Chat & choose at Limehurst Library
Pop into Limehurst Library for a brew and a chat about books or anything you like.
Chat & choose at Fitton Hill Library
Pop into Fitton Hill Library for a brew and a chat about books or anything you like.
Chatty Crafts
A session for anyone looking to socialise and meet others! Feeling lonely from time to time is something we all experience. Are you interested in connecting with new people in a friendly and welcoming environment? Join us for our new Chatty Crafts session, where you can dive into creativity while enjoying a chat and a […]
HNYF 2026: COPD and Exercise Talk
Get Healthy and Say Fit! COPD – Is a Specialist classes for people going through the Pulmonary Rehabilitation scheme. The programme supports and helps you to learn to exercise safely and effectively in a controlled environment. Come long and find out more. This class is delivered by Active Oldham.
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.
Crompton Crafters
Join our friendly crafters at Crompton Library, chatting and crafting. What better way to spend a Friday afternoon, meeting weekly?
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
Saturday, January 24, 2026
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January 24, 2026 -Fluid Bears and Mindful Paint-a-Trinket
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January 24, 2026 -Lego Club at Failsworth Library
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January 24, 2026 -HNYF: Dance Fitness with Adriana Rosso
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January 24, 2026 -Family Martial Arts – Healthy New Year Festival 2026
Fluid Bears and Mindful Paint-a-Trinket
Using pouring paint, create your own colourful fluid bear. Followed by some mindful pottery painting. Part of the Healthy New Year festival.Using pouring paint, create your own colourful fluid bear. Followed by some mindful pottery painting. The pots will then be taken away and fired, ready for collection a few weeks later. Part of the […]
Lego Club at Failsworth Library
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.
HNYF: Dance Fitness with Adriana Rosso
Family-friendly dance fitness workshopThis fun, family-friendly dance fitness workshop will boost your energy and fill you with pure joy. Discover the rhythm of Brazilian dance while getting fit at the same time.
Family Martial Arts – Healthy New Year Festival 2026
Get ready to kick off the year with a bang at our Martial Arts session with instructors from North Manchester Family Martial Arts CentresFamily Martial ArtsCome and join us for an exciting and action-packed event, the Family Martial Arts. It's time to kick off the New Year with a bang and get your adrenaline pumping.We’ll […]
Sunday, January 25, 2026
No events on this day.