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●●SATURDAY 13 April, The Mersey Beatles

Fans of The Beatles prepare to be wowed by Liverpool-born tribute to the Fab Four. The Mersey Beatles have been rocking sold-out shows around the globe since 1999 with their authentic and widely acclaimed celebration of John, Paul, George and Ringo.

The band, who clocked up more than 600 appearances in a 10-year residency at Liverpool’s legendary Cavern Club, exude the inner and outer spirit of the original Fab Four. From the costumes, instruments, cheeky Scouse wit and that brilliant era-defining Mersey sound, The Mersey Beatles’ stunning live stage show is a gloriously presented hit-packed celebration of the music that changed the world.

They take the audience on a ride through the ‘mop top’ hits of Beatlemania, the psychedelic creativity of Sgt Pepper to the melodic wonder and energy of the Fab Four’s later work.

Tickets from £26 Phone: Middleton Arena 0300 303 8633 Visit: www.yourtrust rochdale.co.uk/whats -on/events/the-mersey -beatles-2/ 7.30pm Middleton Arena, Lcpl Joel Halliwell VC Way, Middleton M24 1AG.

●●SATURDAY 13 April, Riverside Artisan Market

Running on the second Saturday of every month, the successful Riverside Artisan Market returns again to Rochdale Riverside this weekend.

A warm welcome is waiting from over 20 small independent businesses who grow, rear, make or bake what you see. All different, all quality and made by the people you speak to.

From artisan meats to hand made fudge and glass creations. From room sprays, wax melts, handmade soaps and quirky gift ideas. From preserves, chutneys, oils and vinegars to delicious savoury pies, sweet treats and fresh fruit and veg and so much more.

Come say hi, let us know what you think and while you’re here check out the great Rochdale Riverside and the other lovely places the town Centre has to offer. Free 10am - 4pm, Riverside Retail and Leisure Complex, Riverside Walk, Rochdale OL16 1TR

●●SUNDAY 14 April, Open Mic Night

Live poetry and music 7-9pm, Flying Horse Hotel, Packer St, Rochdale OL16 1NJ.

●●MONDAY 15 April, Singing in the Shower Group

Singing in the Shower Group is for those that think they can’t sing, but just want to sing out loud and proud with no judgement whilst having lots of fun.

Guarantee of a good time, a laugh and a giggle. Everyone is welcome. if you don’t want to sing, you can just clap along. Light refreshments are available.

Children are welcome but must be accompanied by an adult.

£2 per person (suggested donation). Phone: Leonie 07513 694862, 6pm - 7pm, Brimrod Church Community Hall, Roch Valley Way, Rochdale OL11 4PZ

●●TUESDAY 16 April, Rochdale and District Camera Club

Tonight is preparation for an exhibition at Littleborough. We meet every Tuesday at 8pm at Syke Methodist Church Hall. You are more than welcome to come down to one of our club nights to see if you would enjoy joining the club.

Phone: Pete Williams, 07967 969136, Visit: https://www.rochdale cameraclub.org.uk/ 8pm Syke Methodist Church Hall, Syke Road, Rochdale OL12 9TF.

●●WEDNESDAY 17 April, Rochdale Photographic Society

Tonight’s session LCPU folio 2.

We meet every Wednesday at Rochdale Unitarian Church, starting at 7.30pm prompt (doors open from

7.15pm). The door is kept locked so please ring the bell on arrival.

If you would like to see the club for yourself and meet our members, you are welcome to attend as our guest for up to 3 weeks before committing to membership. Annual subscription is £36 for single or £46 for joint membership. A weekly room fee of £2.50 is also payable on arrival at the meeting. Refreshments are 50p.

Visit: https://www. rochdaleps.org.uk/syllabus. Doors open 7.15pm,

7.30pm start Rochdale Unitarian Church, Clover Street, Rochdale OL12 6TP.