Archives Display: 90 Years On – Oldham and the Spanish Civil War
Oldham Archives Ascroft Street, Oldham
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Archives Display: 90 Years On – Oldham and the Spanish Civil War
Oldham Archives Ascroft Street, Oldham
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Brews, Biscuits and Banter at Oldham Library
Oldham Library & Lifelong Learning Centre Greaves Street, OldhamEnglish Conversation at Chadderton Library and Wellbeing Centre
Chadderton Library and Wellbeing Centre Burnley Street, Chadderton
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Archives Display: 90 Years On – Oldham and the Spanish Civil War
Uncover the story of Charles Armitage, one of 10 men who left Oldham to fight in the Spanish Civil War.
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Lotta and Lola Museum Trail
Children aged 4+ and their families are invited to try a fun new trail at over 45 museums across the UK this summer including Gallery Oldham. The Lotta and Lola Museum Trail is a free spotter activity from Kids in Museums and Simon & Schuster inspired by Pudding Now Please, a new and original series […]
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Monday, August 17, 2026
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August 17, 2026 -Citizens Advice
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August 17, 2026 -Bounce and Rhyme
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August 17, 2026 -Knit and Natter
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August 17, 2026 -Read with Ziggy
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August 17, 2026 -Knit & natter at Failsworth Library
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August 17, 2026 -Digital Confidence at Chadderton Library and Wellbeing Centre
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August 17, 2026 -Family Craft at Chadderton 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
Knit and Natter
Whether it’s knitting, crocheting, or just a good natter, our friendly group of knitters will make you feel right at home. Join us for this welcoming weekly meet‑up, where you can share tips, chat, and enjoy some relaxed creative time together.
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Read with Ziggy
Read a Story with Ziggy the Therapy DogCome and meet Ziggy the Therapy dog.After an introduction, each child will get five minutes with Ziggy where they can have a cuddle and read their favourite story to him.While they are waiting they can make their own portrait of Ziggy.Great for reluctant readers.1 ticket per child. Children […]
Knit & natter at Failsworth Library
Join this friendly group for knitting, crocheting and chat every Monday afternoon at Failsworth Library.
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Digital Confidence at Chadderton Library and Wellbeing Centre
Come along to our free online course for beginners and develop your digital skills so you can feel comfortable in the online world.
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Family Craft at Chadderton Library
Join us for a family craft session at Chadderton Library. No booking required, just come along and enjoy the fun.
Free
Tuesday, August 18, 2026
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August 18, 2026 -Books, brew & banter at Failsworth Library
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August 18, 2026 -Bounce and Rhyme
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August 18, 2026 -Bounce and Rhyme
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August 18, 2026 -Dementia Armchair Exercise @ Chadderton Library and Wellbeing Centre
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August 18, 2026 -Digital confidence at Failsworth Library
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August 18, 2026Lees health walks
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August 18, 2026 -Knit and Natter
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August 18, 2026 -NHS Baby Clinic @ Chadderton Library and Wellbeing Centre
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August 18, 2026 -Bounce & rhyme at Chadderton Library and Wellbeing centre
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August 18, 2026 -Printing with Kim Hubball at Failsworth Library
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August 18, 2026 -Family Craft at Greenfield Library
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.
Free
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.
Dementia Armchair Exercise @ Chadderton Library and Wellbeing Centre
Dementia-friendly, chair-based SitFit workout for beginners. Develop muscle mass, improve balance and coordination, strengthen bones and improve brain health with this easy-to-follow seated exercise routine, designed for those struggling with their mobility.
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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.
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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
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NHS Baby Clinic @ Chadderton Library and Wellbeing Centre
At baby clinic, families can discuss any health issues and have their child weighed and measured.
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Bounce & rhyme at Chadderton Library and Wellbeing centre
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 […]
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Printing with Kim Hubball at Failsworth Library
Create your own design using printmaking techniques and join the summer reading challenge too.
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Family Craft at Greenfield Library
Join us for family crafts at Greenfield Library. No booking required, just come and join the fun.
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Wednesday, August 19, 2026
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August 19, 2026 -Chat and Choose
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August 19, 2026 -Readers Group
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August 19, 2026 -Citizens Advice at Crompton Library
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August 19, 2026 -Digital Confidence
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August 19, 2026 -Explorers In Training – Frontline Dance
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August 19, 2026 -Chat and Choose
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August 19, 2026 -Digital Drop-In
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August 19, 2026 -Chadderton Knitters
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August 19, 2026 -Family Craft at Oldham Library
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August 19, 2026 -Bounce & rhyme at Failsworth Library
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August 19, 2026 -Bounce and rhyme
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August 19, 2026 -Explorers In Training – Frontline Dance
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August 19, 2026 -Digital Confidence at Fitton Hill Library
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August 19, 2026 -Readers group
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August 19, 2026 -Read to the beat at Fitton Hill Library.
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August 19, 2026 -Lego Club at Limehurst Library
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August 19, 2026 -Lego Club at Northmoor Library
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August 19, 2026 -Knit & natter at Limehurst Library
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August 19, 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.
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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 .
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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.
Explorers In Training – Frontline Dance
Come and see this wonderful showThe Explorers in Training! is an inclusive interactive live performance in which our performers, the explorers, embark on a wondrous adventure with the audience. Combining dance, storytelling and music, the show brings to life two books and invites audiences to move, explore, imagine and actively engage with the performers along […]
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
Digital Drop-In
Do you need help with your device? Volunteers from Inclusive Bytes are on hand to assist you with all your digital enquiries
Family Craft at Oldham Library
Join us for a family craft session at Oldham Library. No booking required, just come along and join the fun
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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.
Free
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
Free
Explorers In Training – Frontline Dance
Come and see this wonderful show The Explorers in Training! is an inclusive interactive live performance in which our performers, the explorers, embark on a wondrous adventure with the audience. Combining dance, storytelling and music, the show brings to life two books and invites audiences to move, explore, imagine and actively engage with the performers […]
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.
Free
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.
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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.
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Knit & natter at Limehurst Library
Join this friendly group for knitting, crocheting and a chat every Wednesday afternoon at Limehurst Library.
Free
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.
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Thursday, August 20, 2026
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August 20, 2026 -Citizens Advice at Failsworth Library
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August 20, 2026 -Citizens Advice at Chadderton Library and Wellbeing Centre (Drop in Session)
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August 20, 2026 -Online Basics
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August 20, 2026 -Bounce and Rhyme
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August 20, 2026 -Digital Confidence at Oldham Library
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August 20, 2026 -Brews, Biscuits and Banter at Oldham Library
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August 20, 2026 -Family Craft at Lees Library
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August 20, 2026 -Books, brew & banter at Failsworth Library
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August 20, 2026 -Digital drop-in at Failsworth Library
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August 20, 2026 -English Conversation at Chadderton Library and Wellbeing Centre
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August 20, 2026 -Bounce and Rhyme
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August 20, 2026 -Digital confidence at Limehurst library
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August 20, 2026 -Stay & play at Northmoor Library
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August 20, 2026 -Family Craft at Northmoor Library
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August 20, 2026 -Lego Club at Fitton Hill Library
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August 20, 2026 -Game on! at Fitton Hill Library
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August 20, 2026 -Game On at Fitton Hill Library
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.
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Citizens Advice at Chadderton Library and Wellbeing Centre (Drop in Session)
Citizens Advice offer free, confidential and impartial advice to help you find a way forward with a wide range of issues.
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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.
Digital Confidence at Oldham Library
Self-led with staff or volunteer support. Learn basic digital skills at your own pace on the LearnMyWay platform.Improve your digital confidence, learn new skills and stay safe online.
Brews, Biscuits and Banter at Oldham Library
Fancy a cuppa ? Want to socialise and unwind? Chat to others and take some time to relax in the comfort of our lovely library.
Family Craft at Lees Library
Join us for a family craft session at Lees Library. No booking required, just join in the fun
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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.
Free
Digital drop-in at Failsworth Library
If you need help with a device or have questions about something online, come along to one of our Digital Drop-in sessions. No need to book – pop in and our digital volunteers from Inclusive Bytes will give you a hand!
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English Conversation at Chadderton Library and Wellbeing Centre
Engaging in real-life English conversations helps learners speak naturally and confidently.
Free
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
Stay & play at Northmoor Library
Parents, carers and children under 5 are invited tojoin us for a free play session (term-time only)
Free
Family Craft at Northmoor Library
Join us for a family craft session at Northmoor Library. No booking required, just join the fun
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.
Free
Game On at Fitton Hill Library
Nintendo Switch Sessions at Fitton Hill Library. Sessions are 30 minutes long and bookable with a member of library staff.
Free
Friday, August 21, 2026
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August 21, 2026 -Crompton Crafters
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August 21, 2026 -Bounce and Rhyme
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August 21, 2026 -Bounce & Rhyme at Fitton Hill Library
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August 21, 2026 -Digital Confidence at Northmoor Library
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August 21, 2026 -Bounce and rhyme
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August 21, 2026 -Chat & choose at Northmoor Library
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August 21, 2026 -Chat & choose at Limehurst Library
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August 21, 2026 -Chat & choose at Fitton Hill Library
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August 21, 2026 -Family Craft at Uppermill
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August 21, 2026 -Family Craft at Limehurst Library
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August 21, 2026 -Digital confidence
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August 21, 2026 -Crompton Crafters
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August 21, 2026 -Doodle Map Workshop with Dave Draws
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August 21, 2026 -Chat and choose
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August 21, 2026 -Chat and Choose
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August 21, 2026 -Builds and board games at Failsworth library.
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August 21, 2026 -Game on at Fitton Hill Library
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.
Free
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.
Free
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
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.
Free
Chat & choose at Limehurst Library
Pop into Limehurst Library for a brew and a chat about books or anything you like.
Free
Chat & choose at Fitton Hill Library
Pop into Fitton Hill Library for a brew and a chat about books or anything you like.
Free
Family Craft at Uppermill
Join us for a family craft session at Uppermill Library. No need to book, just come along and join the fun
Free
Family Craft at Limehurst Library
Join us for a family craft session at Limehurst Library. No need to book, just come along and join the fun.
Free
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?
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Doodle Map Workshop with Dave Draws
Add your favourite places and personal connections to a community doodle map with Dave Draws.
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
Free
Chat and Choose
Join us for a cuppa and a chat!Everyone is welcome — and while you’re here, why not pick out a great book to take home?
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Builds and board games at Failsworth library.
Come have a chat and play a game at our social Lego and Board Games club aimed at adults. Choose any of the games provided at the library or bring your own if you prefer.
Free
Game on at Fitton Hill Library
Nintendo Switch Sessions at Fitton Hill Library. Sessions are 30 minutes long and bookable with a member of library staff.
Free
Saturday, August 22, 2026
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August 22, 2026 -Game on at Fitton Hill Library
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August 22, 2026 -Lego Club at Failsworth Library
Game on at Fitton Hill Library
Nintendo Switch Sessions at Fitton Hill Library. Sessions are 30 minutes long and bookable with a member of library staff.
Free
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.
Free
Sunday, August 23, 2026
No events on this day.