- Mature drivers aged 50 or over are being given the opportunity to attend a free 'mature drivers' seminar. The event on Tuesday 9th March will take place at the Bolton Arena from 10am until noon, and is aimed at drivers who feel they would benefit from refresher on safer driving techniques. The seminars are arranged by Bolton Council in partnership with Bolton Advanced Motorists. Places are limited, so to book call 01204 33 64 65.
Thursday 11th March 2010
- A Ladies Clothes Swap Evening is taking place from 7.30pm in the Parish Centre, Sacred Heart Church where you'll be able to exchange all those unwanted clothes with other people, who may want them! Simply bring up to 10 items of clothing (in a good condition, washed, ironed and on hangers) or clothing accessories. The cost of the evening is £5 with all proceeds going to Sacred Heart Community Action Group. The price includes cheese and wine.
Saturday 13th March 2010
- Come along to 'The Bridge Church, (formerly the car dealership) on Bury New Road for a family fun day and the opening of the new play area organised by Bolton at home. The event is free of charge and happenning between 10am and 2pm. Enjoy a variety of activities including a bouncy castle, fire engine, a gladiator ring and lots more. Also the 96.5 Bolton FM roadshow team will be playing your favourite music and playing games on the stage.
Ongoing until Sunday 14th March 2010
- The Neoartists Gallery in the Market Place are holding an exhibition exploring the meaning of light. It's free and is open from 9am - 5.30pm weekdays and between 11am and 5pm on a Sunday.
Monday 15th March 2010 - Saturday 20th March 2010
(no performance on Wednesday 17th March 2010)
- St Philips Parochial Hall, on Bridgeman Street, Bolton proudly presents Bolton's first ever production of 'The Likes Of Us'. This was the first collaboration by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice, telling the true story of Doctor Thomas Barnardo and his crusade to rescue children living on the streets. Performances start at 7:30pm, and if you want more information or to buy tickets call 01204 640 35.
Thursday 18th March 2010
- School meals chef Phil Ogden will be in Bolton Market Place from 11am-2pm with top tips on how to make the most out of those leftovers! Phil will demonstrate inventive recipe's and how you can save money by changing your cooking techniques.
Friday 19th March 2010
- Traditional songs and tunes will be performed in an evening of music at The Railway Pub, Bromley Cross. Mary Humphreys and Anahata will take to the stage at 8pm. Tickets at £7, are available by calling 01204 852217
Saturday 20th March 2010
- A sponsored swim to raise money for the victims of the Haiti earthquake has been organised and will take place at Ladybridge Community Leisure Centre at 3pm. Swimmers are needed to take part and you can swim as long a distance as you like - every penny raised will make a difference. Proceeds will go the Plan International, a charity who are on the ground in Haiti helping the survivors. Participants will receive a Certificate of Achievement for taking part and a certificate of appreciation from the charity. To find out more call 01204 658531.
Sunday 21st March 2010
- Bolton Little Theatre presents 'Harvey'. Come and enjoy the story of a man and his imaginary friend, Harvey the six foot rabbit. Tickets are £14 and include supper served at 6:30pm, before the performance. Curtains up at 7:30pm. Tickets are available from Elizabeth on 01204 596 246.
- The Bolton Little Theatre are showing "Harvey" - the story of a man and his imaginary six foot rabbit friend! Tickets, priced at £14, include supper and are available by calling Elizabeth on 01204 596 246. The performance starts at 7.30pm with supper served at 6.30pm.
Friday 26th March 2010
- Bolton's mum's are being encouraged to showcase their favourite recipes by Joan Farnworth, NHS Bolton Community Nutrition chef. She'll be there as part of Bolton Market Kitchen in the market place between 11am and 2pm.
Friday 2nd April 2010
- The railway pub in Bromley Cross (opposite the Bromley Cross train station) is hosting a singers and musicians night. It's free to enter and starts at 8pm. Come along and showcase your talent, or just enjoy a fantastic night of music. For more information visit www.bromleycrossfolkclub.org.uk or you can call 01204 852 217
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Friday 16th April 2010
- Did you used to attend Bolton County Grammar School? If you did then you might be interested in the school reunion that is happening at Rivington Hall Barn from 7pm on Friday 16th April. Tickets cost £15. For more information or details call 01204 301165 or visit www.bcgsweb.org.uk.
Friday 2nd July 2010
- The railway pub in Bromley Cross (opposite the Bromley Cross train station) is hosting a singers and musicians night. It's free to enter and starts at 8pm. Come along and showcase your talent, or just enjoy a fantastic night of music. For more information visit www.bromleycrossfolkclub.org.uk or you can call 01204 852 217.
Sunday 2nd May 2010
- The Mayor's Walk. Come and support local charities and take part in this mile walk around the town centre. Last year the event was held at the Reebok stadium and raised more than £10,000. Entry is £5 per person, with a reduced fee for groups. To register for the walk contact the mayor's office on 01204 33 10 90, or E-mail sally.hayes@bolton.gov.uk.
Friday 11th June 2010
- On Friday 11th June 2010 ladies will be coming out in force to raise money for Bolton Hospice. The event in it's 4th year see's ladies dress in pink and walk 8 miles from the town centre to the Reebok stadium and back. You can walk in memory of a loved one, to get fit, or just come and have a giggle withthe girls whilst raising money for Bolton Hospice. So dust of the pink wigs, and get your friends together for the Midnight Memories walk. For more details call the fundraising team on 01204 66 30 55, or visit www.boltonhospice.org.uk .
Sunday 4th July 2010
- Come and help beat cancer at Leverhulme Park on Sunday 4th July 2010. Cancer Research UK’s Race for Life 2010, is the UK’s largest women only fundraising event where thousands of women all round the country come together to share amazing moments and simply walk, jog or run 5k to raise money to help beat cancer.’ This year Cancer Research UK’s Race for Life is at Leverhulme Park and it's going to be full of amazing moments for everyone. Whether you walk, jog or run the 5k course you can join thousands of women all round the country raising money to help beat cancer. Race for Life is the UK’s largest women only fundraising event where all the money raised goes to funding Cancer Research UK’s life-saving work. With over 230 Race for Life events taking place around the country from May to July, why not enter with your friends, family and colleagues and make a great day out this summer? So come and join thousands of women all round the country and simply walk, jog or run 5k and raise money to help beat cancer. Enter now at www.raceforlife.org or call 0871 641 1111. Together we will beat cancer.