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●●THURSDAY, May 9 2024
Littleborough Historical & Archaeological Society GM Archaeological Update by Ian Miller. Light refreshments are served on arrival and nonmembers are very welcome to attend. There is a small charge of £3.50 for non-members and £2.50 for members.
Meetings are held on the 2nd Thursday of each month at 8pm (doors open at 7.30pm) in the fully accessible (via the station ramp) History Centre on Platform 2 of Littleborough Train Station. Free parking is available locally within the town centre and nearby streets.
Members £2.50 and Non-members £3.50 Phone: 01706 377685
Visit: https://www. littleboroughshistory.org/ Doors open 7.30pm, 8pm start History Centre, Platform 2, Littleborough Railway Station, Railway Street, Littleborough OL15 8AF
●●FRIDAY, May 10 2024 Rat Pack - Swingin’ at the Sands
Take three great singers, add a dash of comedy and rousing camaraderie with a pinch of the greatest songs ever written and what do you get? A perfect night’s entertainment with The Rat Pack Swingin’ at the Sands! This fully choreographed homage to the greatest performers in known history features stars of the hit West End show The Rat Pack, Live From Las Vegas and features such favourites as I’ve Got You Under My Skin and Mr Bojangles, not to mention the numbers you can’t help singing and dancing along to, such as New York New York, That’s Life and, of course, My Way.
Alongside faithfully recreating the style, panache and wonderful vocals of these all-time greats, Rat Pack - Swingin’ at the Sands also brings its own brand of comedy, making sure every party goes with a bang and leaving you wistfully wishing for the bygone days of the ‘Kings of Cool.’
Tickets from £24.
Phone: Middleton Arena 0300 303 8633 Visit: https://www.yourtrust rochdale.co.uk/whats-on/ events/rat-pack-swingin -at-the-sands/ 7.30pm Middleton Arena, Lcpl
Joel Halliwell VC Way, Middleton M24 1AG
●●THURSDAY, May 9 Saturday, May 11 2024 Visit Fireground Museum
Join us at Fireground this week to discover Greater Manchester’s firefighting story. Fire museum attractions are on show inside the museum including our collection of historic firefighting artefacts from the 18th century to present day, plus home-made refreshments in the new Fireground Cafe, and souvenirs from our fantastic new gift shop! We have a wide choice ranging from toddler to collector. Fireground is open to visitors on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, 10am - 4pm. Under 4s are free, Children (aged 4-15) and Concessions £5, Adults £7 and Family (4 people) £20.
Phone: Fireground 01706 341219 Visit: https://www.fireground. org.uk. Open Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 10am - 4pm. Fireground, Maclure Road, Rochdale OL11 1DN
●●SATURDAY, May 11 Riverside Artisan Market
Running on the second Saturday of every month, the successful Riverside Artisan Market returns again to Rochdale Riverside this weekend. A big thank you to all our customers for helping us to grow this market every month.
A warm welcome is waiting from over 30 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 Rochdale Town Centre has to offer.
Free 10am - 4pm Riverside Retail & Leisure Complex, Riverside Walk, Rochdale OL16 1TR
●●SATURDAY, May 11 2024 An Evening of Sea Shanty Music featuring Lytham St Annes Sea Shanty Crew, including Pie and Peas Supper.
Organised by Rotary Rochdale in support of the President’s Charity to celebrate 200 years of the RNLI and raise funds for the Lytham St Annes Lifeboat Stations.
Full details and ticket information is available on the Rotary Rochdale website.
Booking is essential,
£15. Phone: Linda M Mainwaring 07773 714 907
Visit: https://www. rotaryrochdale.org
7.30pm Hollingworth Lake Rowing Club, Lake Bank, Littleborough OL15 0DQ