WHAT’S ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 7
FRIDAY, AUGUST 3 Young at Heart – Drama Group
Relaxed drama sessions for anyone with an interest. No experience necessary, just turn up and take part! £2, 1pm to 2pm. The Civic Arts Centre and Theatre, Union Road, Oswaldtwistle, BB5 3HZ. Call 01254 398319 Email: info@civicartscentre.co.uk
SATURDAY, AUGUST 4 The Enormous Turnip – Party and story time
An hour long party, followed by juice and biscuits, then watch the story come to life in an interactive and engaging performance. From the team behind A Squash and a Squeeze! 1pm, this event is free. The Civic Arts Centre and Theatre, Union Road, Oswaldtwistle, BB5 3HZ. www.civicartscentre.co.uk Call 01254 398319 Email: info@civicartscentre.co.uk
Day out with Thomas
Your one-time entry fee gets you access to all of the weekend’s events and activities. There are lots of things to see and do, including unlimited travel on the trains, reenactments of classic Thomas stories, meet the Fat Controller and much more! Child ticket £12, adult £19.50. The Fat Controller’s opening ceremony will take place at 9.45am each day and activities will finish at 4pm. Visit www.eastlancsrailway.org.uk to find out more and buy tickets.
SUNDAY, AUGUST 5 Winfields Car Boot Sale
Winfields giant car boot sale boasts one of the best original car boot sales in the area. Genuine household /garage /loft items at bargain prices. All proceeds raised are distributed to local charities in the area. 7.30am until 2pm. Winfields Outdoors, Hazel Mill, Blackburn Road, Haslingden BB4 5DD. Call 07712 279257.
Jam Tomorrow in concert
The Jam Tomorrow duo is Alan St John and Tony Jenkinson, who will be playing at the gallery for the fourth and possibly last time. This is a free concert – please be early to reserve your seat. 2pm until 3pm. Haworth Art Gallery, Stables and Motor House Artist Studios, Manchester Road, Accrington BB5 2JS. www.facebook.com/haworthartGalleryAccring-ton
MONDAY, AUGUST 6 Civic’s Finding Nemo ‘play in a week’ holiday club
A mix of dance, drama and craft throughout the week, with a performance at 6pm on Friday, August 10. Visit www.civicartscentre.co.uk for all the details and to download a form. £45 for five days, £10 per day, with discounts available for siblings. The Civic Arts Centre and Theatre, Union Road, Oswaldtwistle, BB5 3HZ. Call 01254 398319.
Photography Group
An informal and friendly group that meets weekly to discuss personal projects and work. No experience necessary, support provided within the group. 1pm to 3pm, £2. The Civic Arts Centre and Theatre, Union Road, Oswaldtwistle BB5 3HZ.
Tai Chi weekly class – Haslingden
Beginner and improver level every Monday and Wednesday at 2pm. Rossendale Leisure Adren- aline Centre. For prices, memberships and concessions please contact the Adrenaline Centre at Haslingden Sports Centre, Helmshore Road, Haslingden BB4 4DN. Call 01706 227016.
Huncoat Ladies meeting
Held at the Accrington and District Blind Society building on Bank Street in Accrington. Anyone can attend and the meeting includes a guest speaker. Every Tuesday from 8pm.
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 8 Children’s craft workshop, station set-up
Let free your inner interior designer by playing architect and putting together your own ideal train station from a variety of simple crafting materials. Museum entry is free, though voluntary donations are appreciated. Entrance into the craft workshop costs £1 per child to cover crafting materials. Workshops run from 11am to 3pm. Bury Transport Museum, Castlecroft Goods Warehouse, Bolton Street, Bury BL9 0EY. www.eastlancsrailway.org.uk. Email: enquiries@ eastlancsrailway.org.uk.
Afternoon Tea
At Rhyddings Methodist Church, Watson Street, Oswaldtwistle. Tickets £7, in aid of the church roof fund. 2.30pm until 4pm. Contact Irene Barnes for tickets on 01254 237025.
THURSDAY, AUGUST 9 Adult Art Class
Painting and drawing classes led by local artist, Julie Sharkey. 6pm-8pm, £5. The Civic Arts Centre and Theatre, Union Road, Oswaldtwistle, BB5 3HZ.