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SUMMARY:An Evening with Author Tawseef Khan
DESCRIPTION:Jamila’s life feels hectic and out of control. Then a breakdown of sorts forces her to seek change!\n\n\nAs 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 family law firm\, Jamila is prone to being woken in the middle of the night by frantic phone calls from clients on the cusp of deportation. Working under the shadow of the government’s ‘hostile environment’\, she constantly prays and hopes that their ‘determinations’ will result in her clients being allowed to stay. \nWith no time for friends\, family or even herself (never mind a needy partner)\, Jamila’s life feels hectic and out of control. Then a breakdown of sorts forces her to seek change – to pursue her own happiness while navigating the endless expectations that the world seems to have of her\, and still committing herself to a career devoted to helping others. \nBio:TAWSEEF KHAN is a qualified immigration solicitor and holds a doctoral degree from the University of Liverpool\, where he examined the fairness of the British asylum system. He is also a graduate of the creative writing programme at the University of East Anglia\, where he received the Seth Donaldson Memorial Bursary. His fiction has appeared in Lighthouse and Test Signal: a Northern anthology; his non-fiction in the New York Times\, The Face and Hyphen. His debut non-fiction book Muslim\, Actually was published by Atlantic in 2021. He lives in Manchester. \nRefreshments will be provided.
URL:https://hla.oldham.gov.uk/event/an-evening-with-author-tawseef-khan/
LOCATION:Oldham Library & Lifelong Learning Centre\, Greaves Street\, Oldham\, OL1 1AL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Reading and Books
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SUMMARY:Knit and Natter
DESCRIPTION:Join our friendly knitting group every Tuesday.
URL:https://hla.oldham.gov.uk/event/knit-and-natter/2026-09-15/
LOCATION:Oldham Library & Lifelong Learning Centre\, Greaves Street\, Oldham\, OL1 1AL\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260914T180000
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SUMMARY:Oldham’s Asian Women in Business
DESCRIPTION: \n\n\nOldham has a thriving and vibrant business community\, and Asian Women play a big part in its success. Over the last 50 years\, they have made a positive economic impact in Oldham. Come along to hear from some of those women talking about their businesses\, entrepreneurship and place in the Oldham community. \nBooking essential via Eventbrite. \nThis event is part of Oldham Histories Festival 2026.
URL:https://hla.oldham.gov.uk/event/oldhams-asian-women-in-business/
LOCATION:Oldham Library & Lifelong Learning Centre\, Greaves Street\, Oldham\, OL1 1AL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions, Talks & Tours,Festivals & Outdoor Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260912T140000
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SUMMARY:Author Talk ‘Bert: Postcards from Labrador’
DESCRIPTION: \n\n\nJoin us for an illustrated talk on the remarkable Bertha Lewis. Known as Bert\, she left Oldham for Labrador\, Canada\, at the age of 23 to work as a teacher. Through the postcards she sent home to Oldham\, author Philip Birch has written a novel based on his grandmother’s experiences. Signed copies of the book will be available on the day. \nBooking essential via Eventbrite. \nThis event is part of Oldham Histories Festival 2026.
URL:https://hla.oldham.gov.uk/event/author-talk-bert-postcards-from-labrador/
LOCATION:Oldham Library & Lifelong Learning Centre\, Greaves Street\, Oldham\, OL1 1AL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions, Talks & Tours,Festivals & Outdoor Events,Reading and Books
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260911T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260911T110000
DTSTAMP:20260910T131759Z
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SUMMARY:Extra Small Cinema : The Snail and the Whale
DESCRIPTION:Sensory Cinema experience aimed at Under-fives and their grown-ups.  A relaxed\, interactive session with a short film.
URL:https://hla.oldham.gov.uk/event/extra-small-cinema-the-snail-and-the-whale-3/
LOCATION:Oldham Library & Lifelong Learning Centre\, Greaves Street\, Oldham\, OL1 1AL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Children & Families,Cinema, Music & Theatre
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DTSTAMP:20240927T102953Z
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SUMMARY:Bounce and Rhyme
DESCRIPTION:Rhyming sessions for under 5s
URL:https://hla.oldham.gov.uk/event/bounce-and-rhyme-2/2026-09-11/
LOCATION:Oldham Library & Lifelong Learning Centre\, Greaves Street\, Oldham\, OL1 1AL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Children & Families
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260910T103000
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SUMMARY:Brews\, Biscuits and Banter at Oldham Library
DESCRIPTION:Fancy a cuppa ? Want to socialise and unwind? Chat to others and take some time to relax in the comfort of our lovely library.
URL:https://hla.oldham.gov.uk/event/books-brew-and-banter-at-oldham-library/2026-09-10/
LOCATION:Oldham Library & Lifelong Learning Centre\, Greaves Street\, Oldham\, OL1 1AL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Groups,Health and Wellbeing
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SUMMARY:Silent Book Club at Oldham Library
DESCRIPTION:What is Silent Book Club?  \n\n\n\nWe 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!  \n\n\n\nWhat do I bring?  \n\n\n\nBring your current read\, or choose one when you get here. Bring a friend\, or come by yourself.  \n\n\n\nHow silent will it be?  \n\n\n\nWe’re meeting in public\, so there will be some ambient noise. Feel free to bring headphones\, book lights or ear defenders if you want. We read together quietly with no expectation of talking.  \n\n\n\nDo I have to read?  \n\n\n\nYou can read anything in any format\, or bring along homework\, writing\, art or craft – anything you can work on quietly! Fancy a chat?  \n\n\n\nFeel free to stay afterwards and socialise – but there’s no pressure to do this\, and the club will officially end after an hour of reading.
URL:https://hla.oldham.gov.uk/event/silent-book-club-at-oldham-library/2026-09-08/
LOCATION:Oldham Library & Lifelong Learning Centre\, Greaves Street\, Oldham\, OL1 1AL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Health and Wellbeing,Reading and Books
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260902T173000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260902T190000
DTSTAMP:20241113T134526Z
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SUMMARY:Oldham Library Readers Group
DESCRIPTION:Join our friendly Readers Group
URL:https://hla.oldham.gov.uk/event/oldham-library-readers-group/2026-09-02/
LOCATION:Oldham Library & Lifelong Learning Centre\, Greaves Street\, Oldham\, OL1 1AL\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260828T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260828T113000
DTSTAMP:20260326T162658Z
CREATED:20260325T164907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T162658Z
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SUMMARY:Little Reads
DESCRIPTION: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. \n\n\n\nNo need to book\, just come along.
URL:https://hla.oldham.gov.uk/event/little-reads-2/2026-08-28/
LOCATION:Oldham Library & Lifelong Learning Centre\, Greaves Street\, Oldham\, OL1 1AL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Children & Families
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260828T103000
DTSTAMP:20260326T162801Z
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SUMMARY:Little Reads
DESCRIPTION: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.  \n\n\n\nNo need to book\, just come along.
URL:https://hla.oldham.gov.uk/event/little-reads/2026-08-28/
LOCATION:Oldham Library & Lifelong Learning Centre\, Greaves Street\, Oldham\, OL1 1AL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Children & Families
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260826T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260826T140000
DTSTAMP:20260825T200231Z
CREATED:20260722T143801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T200231Z
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SUMMARY:Bug Hotels
DESCRIPTION:Create a bug hotel with our Beekeeper\n\n\nCreate a home for minibeasts with our Beekeeper.
URL:https://hla.oldham.gov.uk/event/bug-hotels-at-oldham-library/
LOCATION:Oldham Library & Lifelong Learning Centre\, Greaves Street\, Oldham\, OL1 1AL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Children & Families,Reading and Books
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260824T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260824T151500
DTSTAMP:20260824T112216Z
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SUMMARY:Stoller Story Sounds with Leo the Lion!
DESCRIPTION:Join Leo on his journey across Jungle Island as he searches for new friends.
URL:https://hla.oldham.gov.uk/event/stoller-story-sounds-with-leo-the-lion/
LOCATION:Oldham Library & Lifelong Learning Centre\, Greaves Street\, Oldham\, OL1 1AL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Children & Families,Cinema, Music & Theatre,Reading and Books
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260824T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260824T134500
DTSTAMP:20260824T112215Z
CREATED:20260702T132556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T112215Z
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SUMMARY:Stoller Story Sounds with Leo the Lion!
DESCRIPTION:Join Leo on his journey across Jungle Island as he searches for new friends. \n\n\nLeo 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. \nWho will Leo meet? What will Leo learn? What new sights and sounds will he discover? \nJoin us for an immersive storytelling adventure exploring the world around us. With storyteller Faz Shah\, illustrator Lizzie Finlay\, and musician Gemma Ashcroft\, these interactive music sessions blend live music\, illustration\, storytelling\, and more—inviting children to listen\, imagine\, and explore. \nPerfect for children aged 3-5 (and their grown ups!)\, our Stoller Story Sounds musical journeys will transport you to a beautiful world of new and exciting sights and sounds. \nDuration 45 minutes \nYou can also enjoy activities and craft before and after your session! \nSupported using public funding by Arts Council England
URL:https://hla.oldham.gov.uk/event/stoller-story-sounds-with-leo-the-lion-2/
LOCATION:Oldham Library & Lifelong Learning Centre\, Greaves Street\, Oldham\, OL1 1AL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Children & Families,Cinema, Music & Theatre,Reading and Books
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260824T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260824T114500
DTSTAMP:20260821T123634Z
CREATED:20260702T132717Z
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SUMMARY:Stoller Story Sounds with Leo the Lion!
DESCRIPTION:Join Leo on his journey across Jungle Island as he searches for new friends. \n\n\nLeo 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. \nWho will Leo meet? What will Leo learn? What new sights and sounds will he discover? \nJoin us for an immersive storytelling adventure exploring the world around us. With storyteller Faz Shah\, illustrator Lizzie Finlay\, and musician Gemma Ashcroft\, these interactive music sessions blend live music\, illustration\, storytelling\, and more—inviting children to listen\, imagine\, and explore. \nPerfect for children aged 3-5 (and their grown ups!)\, our Stoller Story Sounds musical journeys will transport you to a beautiful world of new and exciting sights and sounds. \nDuration 45 minutes \nYou can also enjoy activities and craft before and after your session! \nSupported using public funding by Arts Council England
URL:https://hla.oldham.gov.uk/event/stoller-story-sounds-with-leo-the-lion-3/
LOCATION:Oldham Library & Lifelong Learning Centre\, Greaves Street\, Oldham\, OL1 1AL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Children & Families,Cinema, Music & Theatre,Reading and Books
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260819T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260819T150000
DTSTAMP:20260814T123359Z
CREATED:20260814T123357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T123359Z
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SUMMARY:Family Craft at Oldham Library
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a family craft session at Oldham Library.  No booking required\, just come along and join the fun
URL:https://hla.oldham.gov.uk/event/family-craft-at-oldham-library-2/
LOCATION:Oldham Library & Lifelong Learning Centre\, Greaves Street\, Oldham\, OL1 1AL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Children & Families,Reading and Books
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