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1. Local Events
What’s on the Range
If so you need the What’s On the Range Christmas Web Page. What’s on the Range (WOTR) is a new project brought to you by Whalley Range Build Back Greener though the Arts. WOTR links Crafts, Creators, Communities, Cultures and makes Connections between the people of Whalley Range.
Our WOTR Christmas page will highlight the artists, crafts people, cooks, musicians who have lovely stuff to sell as Christmas Presents.
Perhaps you can sell art works? Create an event whereby a musician will play outside a house for a private micro-concert (great gift for neighbours or friends!) Some lovingly hand crafted things? A yoga class? A sample music lesson? A CD of your music or a download?
WOTR is providing this page as a way of putting Whalley Range people in contact with each other. We are not responsible for the buying and selling of goods and services. Everyone needs to make their own decisions about the things on offer here.
If you would like to join in by selling things you create, contact wotrange@gmail.com and tell us
We are also conducting an amazing Art Auction on Facebook, poster and two examples attached. Please visit the site to view the art and make a bid?
Read more about the project and view the artwork here:
https://www.facebook.com/art4roofs/?ref=page_internal
WHALLEY RANGE FOR PEACE AND JUSTICE
For almost 20 years, Whalley Range for Peace and Justice (WRPJ) has held a card-writing event in St Margaret’s Church in Whalley Range on the first Saturday in December.
These have been in support of Amnesty International’s “Write for Rights” campaign.
This is a campaign where people are encouraged to write messages of support to people around the world who have suffered injustice.
Or to write to those in authority who could help end the injustices.
This year’s campaign runs from 2nd November until 31st December.
It covers 10 cases of injustice. Amnesty provide information booklets which describe the cases and advise where to write to and what to say.
Your communications may be by post, email or social media. Covid 19 has meant a rethink by WRPJ this year.
If Lockdown#2 ends as stated on December 2nd there will be a card writing event at St Margaret’s Church, Rufford Road, M16 8AE on Saturday 12th December from 12 noon to 5pm.
Numbers will be strictly limited and all social distancing measures that apply to community facilities will be in full force, including a one way system for entry and exit.
There will be 4 ‘sittings’ of one hour each at 12 noon, 1.15, 2.30 and 3.45.
A maximum of 6 people from one household or bubble may sit at a table together. Smaller groups and individuals will be seated in a COVID appropriate fashion.
Masks must be worn in the church by anyone aged 11+ unless you have an exemption.
We cannot replicate the atmosphere of our normal events when we pack well over 100 people into the church at any given point, but some elements will be preserved. For example there will be stalls by Palestine Solidarity Campaign, News from Nowhere and Kimbilio plus the popular second hand bookstall.
There will also be a raffle with prizes donated by local businesses.
Sadly refreshments cannot be served so you will have to bring your own flask!
And there will be no children’s activity table but children are welcome to bring their own activities to do at your table.
If you would like to come along please email WRPJ2020@gmail.com
and indicate your preferred time and the names of the people in your party, giving your mobile phone number.
Your preferred time may not be available, but we will do our best.
Find out more here: https://www.whalleyrange.org/…/WRPJ-flyer-online-2020.pdf
2. Regular Local Events (Check with venues)
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Some say it is the hardest quiz in town, some say it is the weirdest. come join us for a great time in the Carlton Club.
Every 3rd Wednesday in the month.Meet new people and have some midweek fun in our friendly venue with reasonably priced drinks. Bar opens 8pm ,Quiz starts 8.30 prompt and ends around 10.30pm. 4-6 people per team Entry £2 non members: £1 members. prize for winning team plus snowball rollover, with mystery question!
See you soon!
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Mondays
- Conversation Spanish 11-12 at JNR8 Youth & Community Centre, 82 Cromwell Avenue, Whalley Range, M16 0BG £1 donation 0161 881 3744 (back on Friday 28th Feb and Monday 2nd March)
Tuesdays
- Health Walk: 9.15am, Alexandra Park, meeting at the Cafe near the lake
- Art Class: 10am – 12.30pm, St Margaret’s Social Centre, Brantingham Rd, Manchester M21 0TT
- Women’s ESOL Term times 10-11am @ JNR8 Community Centre M16 0BG
- Women’s Hatha Yoga Term times 11-12 noon
- Open Door Coffee Morning: 10am, St. James Church, 95 Princess Rd, Manchester M14 4TH
- The Friendship Group: 2.30pm every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month, Whalley Range Methodist Church, 51 Withington Rd M16 7EX
Wednesdays
- Women’s Keep Fit 10-11am JNR8 Youth & Community Centre, 82 Cromwell Avenue, Whalley Range M16 0BG
- Coffee Time & Choir Practice: 10.30am – 12.30pm, Whalley Range Methodist Church, 51 Withington Rd M16 7EX
- Conversation & Crafts 11:30-1:30pm JNR8 Youth & Community Centre, 82 Cromwell Avenue, Whalley Range M16 0BG – Wellbeing & Crafts
- Cromwell Community Cuppa 2-3pm JNR8 Youth & Community Centre, 82 Cromwell Avenue, Whalley Range M16 0BG
- Whalley Rangers Fly Tipping/Recycling Action Group meetings: 7 – 8pm on the 3rd Wednesday of each month, Manley Park Play & Community Centre, York Ave, Manchester M16 0AS
- Open Voice Choir: 7.30 – 9pm (term time only), St. Margaret’s Church, Rufford Rd. M16 8AE
Thursdays
- Computer Classes for beginners 10-1pm JNR8 Youth & Community Centre, 82 Cromwell Avenue, Whalley Range M16 0BG Includes 1 hour CV/job support
- Be Well can link you to social and physical activities in your community that can improve your life. Contact your GP surgery for a referral to JNR8 or call 0161 470 7120
- Tai Chi 1:30-2:30 – Local residents, all ages + abilities: £1 donation
- Chair Exercise for low mobility starts Thursday 27/2 at 2:30-3:30pm at JNR8
- Chorlton Good Neighbours coffee morning 10-12, Wilbraham St Ninians Church
Egerton Road South, Chorlton-cum-Hardy
Manchester M21 0XJ - Keep Fit and Stay Healthy Group: 10.45am – 11.45am, Whalley Range Methodist Church, 51 Withington Rd M16 7EX
- AA Meetings: 7 – 8pm, St Margaret’s Church, Rufford Rd. M16 8AE
Fridays
- Jummaa Friday Prayers: 1.15 pm – 2.15 pm, British Muslim Heritage Centre, College Road, Whalley Range, Manchester, M16 8BP
- Conversation Spanish 10-11 @ JNR8 – learn together group – contact kazkarim@yahoo.co.uk
- Time to Change mental wellbeing support group 6-8pm JNR8 Youth & Community Centre, 82 Cromwell Avenue, Whalley Range M16 0BG Call Carol in advance on 07788855544
Saturdays
- Whalley Rangers Community Garden: 1.30pm – 3.30pm, The Carlton Club
- YSG Youth Club at 82 Cromwell Avenue
- Monthly Whalley Range Climate Action Group meetings
Sundays
- Beaver Scouts (for boys & girls age 6 to 8 years of age): 11:00 am – 12:00 pm, British Muslim Heritage Centre, College Road, Whalley Range, Manchester, M16 8BP
- Cubs Scouts (for boys & girls age 8 to 10 years of age): 11:00 am – 12:30 pm, British Muslim Heritage Centre, College Road, Whalley Range, Manchester, M16 8BP
- Sizzling Sundays (women’s dance workshops): 3rd Sunday of the month, 11am – 12.30pm, The Carlton Club, Rowan Lodge, 113 Carlton Rd, Manchester, M16 8BE
3. Events Further Afield
THIS PAGE WILL BE UPDATED WHEN POSSIBLE…
4. Regular pub/bar/cafe events… (Check in advance)
Every 3rd Wednesday in the month.Meet new people and have some midweek fun in our friendly venue with reasonably priced drinks. Bar opens 8pm ,Quiz starts 8.30 prompt and ends around 10.30pm. 4 people per team Entry £2 non members: £1 members. Small prize for winning team plus snowball rollover
Hillary Step Pub Quiz
Every month on the first Tuesday, maximum 6 per team, £1 a head. Winning team gets the cash, runners up get booze. Hurrah!
Varied live music events at The Nip. Acoustic gigs, Irish music, open mics, special guests, you name it.
For more information find our event page on Facebook.
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Need space for your event?
We can cater for birthdays, engagements or any celebration you might have. Get in touch to discuss your requirements including catering using our contact form or call 0161 8607330.
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5. Exhibitions, Arts and Festivals
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LGBT and over 50? Join LGBT Foundation’s Pride in Ageing group and #ComeOUTwithus this month for LGBT History Month
View the full list of events at www.lgbt.foundation/
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6. Children’s Events
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