Running from 23rd September-18th November at Oldham Library, Play, Learn and Grow is an 8-week coaching program designed to empower parents with children aged 18 months – 5 years in Rochdale & Oldham to support their child’s early learning and development. Working alongside parents, one-to-one, in community groups or educational settings, to promote speech and language development, gross motor development and […]
What is Silent Book Club? We meet fortnightly, downstairs at Oldham Library, from 17:30 - 18:30. (There will be signs around the event.) Bring your own book and read in companionable quiet. It's like an Introvert Happy Hour! What do I bring? Bring your current read, or choose one when you get here. Bring a […]
Join our friendly knitting group every Tuesday.
What is the mystery of the Pirate Lagoon? Join the crew of The Prospero on an adventure to find out.Will we find the treasure? Can we escape from the evil Captain Starkers?This daft and entertaining show gives you the chance to release your inner pirate, make the sound effects and take part in scenes in […]
North West Film Archive presents a selection of films exploring the hidden histories of disabled people in the north west.
Rhyming sessions for under 5s
Fancy a cuppa ? Want to socialise and unwind? Chat to others and take some time to relax in the comfort of our lovely library.
Jamila’s life feels hectic and out of control. Then a breakdown of sorts forces her to seek change!As we celebrate South Asian History Month, join us at Oldham Library with author Tawseef Khan as we dive into his new book Determination. Jamila Shah is twenty-nine and exhausted. An immigration solicitor tasked with running the precious […]
Find out more about the role of Asian women in Oldham's business community at this Oldham Histories Festival talk.
Find out more about Bertha Lewis who left Oldham for Canada in this author talk by her grandson.
Sensory Cinema experience aimed at Under-fives and their grown-ups. A relaxed, interactive session with a short film.
Join our friendly Readers Group
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. No need to book, just come along.
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. No need to book, just come along.
Create a bug hotel with our Beekeeper Create a home for minibeasts with our Beekeeper.
Join Leo on his journey across Jungle Island as he searches for new friends.
Join Leo on his journey across Jungle Island as he searches for new friends. Leo the Lion is the sweetest, kindest, most caring Lion. He lives on jungle Island- a place full of warming sunshine, tall jungle tress, incredible sounds, and amazing wild animals. Leo the Lion wants to play, but Leo has no friends. […]
Join Leo on his journey across Jungle Island as he searches for new friends. Leo the Lion is the sweetest, kindest, most caring Lion. He lives on jungle Island- a place full of warming sunshine, tall jungle tress, incredible sounds, and amazing wild animals. Leo the Lion wants to play, but Leo has no friends. […]