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SUMMARY:Weigh Clinic
DESCRIPTION:Come and see a Health Visitor to discuss your child’s development and talk through any questions or concerns. \nBookings only: please contact the Best Start Family Hub for details.
URL:https://whatson.oldham.gov.uk/event/weigh-clinic-3/2026-09-24/
LOCATION:Lees Library\, 9 Thomas Street\, Lees\, England\, OL4 5DA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Children & Families,Family Hubs
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SUMMARY:Citizens Advice Drop-In
DESCRIPTION:Citizens Advice provides free\, confidential\, independent and impartial advice on a broad range of issues including: Benefits\, Consumer\, Discrimination\, Employment\, Families and Relationships\, Housing and Money Advice.
URL:https://whatson.oldham.gov.uk/event/citizens-advice-drop-in-3/2026-09-24/
LOCATION:Chadderton Wellbeing Centre\, Burnley Street\, Chadderton\, OL9 0JW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Support & Advice
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260924T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260924T150000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240314T142547Z
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SUMMARY:DWP (Department of Work and Pensions) advice
DESCRIPTION:DWP advice on Employment and Training opportunities and In Work Benefit Calculations
URL:https://whatson.oldham.gov.uk/event/dwp-department-of-work-and-pensions-advice/2026-09-24/
LOCATION:Failsworth Town Hall\, Oldham Road\, Failsworth\, M35 0FH
CATEGORIES:Support & Advice
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260924T100000
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SUMMARY:REAL Group
DESCRIPTION:*** Sessions for children who do NOT attend a nursery\, pre-school\, or childminder *** \nWe offer a range of groups and individual sessions to support you as a parent with your child’s development. This group is for children aged 2\, and sessions help your child get ‘ready to learn’. \nIf you feel your child would benefit from this session\, please contact your local Health Visitor.
URL:https://whatson.oldham.gov.uk/event/real-group-3/2026-09-24/
LOCATION:Best Start Family Hub — Spring Meadows\, Leamington Street\, Oldham\, OL4 2RN
CATEGORIES:Children & Families,Family Hubs
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260924T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260924T130000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240514T160609Z
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SUMMARY:Books\, brew and banter
DESCRIPTION:Fancy a cuppa? Want to socialise\, unwind and get your hands on the hottest books in town? Swing by and say hi. Chat to others\, have a cuppa and take some time to relax with some mindfulness colouring\, all in the comfort of our lovely library.
URL:https://whatson.oldham.gov.uk/event/books-brew-banter/2026-09-24/
LOCATION:Failsworth Library\, Oldham Road\, Oldham\, M35 0HP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Groups,Health and Wellbeing
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260924T120000
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SUMMARY:Baby Play
DESCRIPTION:This is a free to access play session for babies and children who are not independently crawling or walking. \nNo appointment necessary
URL:https://whatson.oldham.gov.uk/event/baby-play-6/2026-09-24/
LOCATION:Oldham Library\, 35 Greaves Street\, Oldham\, England\, OL1 1AL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Children & Families,Family Hubs
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SUMMARY:Baby Play and Weigh
DESCRIPTION:Come along to our Well Baby Clinic to have your baby weighed and checked. You can also seek advice about any and all aspects of feeding\, nursing\, and caring for babies and pre-school children. \nThere is also a free play session for babies and children aged 0–12 months (or not walking) running alongside the clinic. Come along to play\, sing\, and have fun together! \nNo need to book: just drop in.
URL:https://whatson.oldham.gov.uk/event/baby-clinic-9/2026-09-24/
LOCATION:Oldham Library\, 35 Greaves Street\, Oldham\, England\, OL1 1AL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Children & Families,Family Hubs
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260924T120000
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SUMMARY:Afghan Ladies' Group
DESCRIPTION:This is a session for women from Afghanistan. Come along to relax\, chat to other women from your culture\, and gain advice and support. You are welcome to bring your children with you.
URL:https://whatson.oldham.gov.uk/event/afghan-ladies-group/2026-09-24/
LOCATION:Best Start Family Hub — Beever\, Moorby Street\, Oldham\, OL1 3QU
CATEGORIES:Children & Families,Family Hubs
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260924T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260924T140000
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SUMMARY:Baby Bistro
DESCRIPTION:Infant feeding information and support\, meet new parents\, practical help and advice on feeding your baby. \nDrop in \nHome-Start Infant Feeding Peer Support Team also offer antenatal workshops. When your baby has arrived we can provide support and information about all your feeding choices by telephone and at home visits \nFor more information please call or text 07802883947
URL:https://whatson.oldham.gov.uk/event/baby-bistro-3/2026-09-24/
LOCATION:Oldham Library\, 35 Greaves Street\, Oldham\, England\, OL1 1AL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Children & Families,Family Hubs
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260924T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260924T160000
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SUMMARY:Dad Matters drop-in
DESCRIPTION:Drop in on the last Thursday of every month and say hello to the Dad Matters team at Best Start Family Hub — Alexandra. The team\, who are all dads themselves\, will be happy to answer any questions you have about becoming a father\, helping your partner during pregnancy\, birth\, and postnatally\, or anything else you'd like to know. You can also learn more about Dad Matters' events and work in the community. \n\nTo learn more about Dad Matters\, click here.
URL:https://whatson.oldham.gov.uk/event/dad-matters-drop-in-2/2026-09-24/
LOCATION:Best Start Family Hub — Alexandra\, Wildmoor Avenue\, Oldham\, OL4 5PU
CATEGORIES:Children & Families,Family Hubs
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260924T120000
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UID:10080641-1790251200-1790269200@whatson.oldham.gov.uk
SUMMARY:Midwifery Postnatal Clinic
DESCRIPTION:Midwifery appointment for you and your new baby. \nAppointments from Midwives will come through Badger Notes.
URL:https://whatson.oldham.gov.uk/event/midwifery-postnatal-clinic-4/2026-09-24/
LOCATION:Best Start Family Hub — Shaw and Crompton\, High Street\, Shaw\, Oldham\, OL2 8RF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Children & Families,Family Hubs
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260924T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260924T143000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260731T075215Z
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SUMMARY:Parent Voice Forum
DESCRIPTION:Come and have your say at our Parent Voice Forum! \nYour little ones can play\, and you can chat to other parents and the Parent Voice team\, in these fun sessions for the whole family. Our Parent Voice team work with families in Oldham to make our Best Start Family Hubs even better\, finding out what's going well and what else local families need. \nFeedback from families at the Parent Voice Forum is already making a difference as it has helped the team develop the Parents and Carers' Toolkit\, which has loads of information about support for families in Oldham. So\, if you have an idea on how we can help families like yours\, come along and chat to us! \nThere's plenty for nursery- and primary school-aged children to stay and play with\, and information about our Parent Panels for parents and carers. No need to book: all families are welcome to drop in.
URL:https://whatson.oldham.gov.uk/event/parent-voice-forum-2-2/2026-09-24/
LOCATION:Best Start Family Hub — Stanley Road\, Derby Street\, Oldham\, OL9 7HX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Children & Families,Family Hubs
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260924T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260924T150000
DTSTAMP:20260820T091634Z
CREATED:20260518T151252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T091634Z
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SUMMARY:Nurturing Programme
DESCRIPTION:Please note this group is now fully booked. \nLocation: Failsworth Town Hall\, Oldham Road\, Failsworth\, Oldham\, M35 0EJ. \nThe Nurturing Programme is a ten-week course for parents of children aged 2 to 12 which promotes emotional health\, relationship skills\, and positive behaviour management strategies. It aims to help adults understand and manage feelings and behaviour\, so they become more positive and nurturing in their relationships with children and each other. \nThe programme encourages an approach that provides adults and children with the understanding\, skills\, and abilities to lead emotionally healthy lives\, helping them build resilience\, empathy\, self-esteem\, and positive relationships. \nThis group is fully booked\, but to learn more about future groups please email parentsupporthub@oldham.gov.uk
URL:https://whatson.oldham.gov.uk/event/nurturing-programme-5/
LOCATION:Failsworth Town Hall\, Oldham Road\, Failsworth\, M35 0FH
CATEGORIES:Children & Families,Family Hubs,Parenting support
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260924T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260924T150000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T093150Z
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SUMMARY:Pregnancy Circle
DESCRIPTION:These sessions are relaxed spaces for mums expecting their first children. Come and meet other first-time mothers\, speak to the professionals who will help you throughout your pregnancy journey\, and discuss important topics together. \nThese sessions are invite-only via the NHS Midwife service. To learn more\, contact your midwife.
URL:https://whatson.oldham.gov.uk/event/pregnancy-circle/2026-09-24/
LOCATION:Best Start Family Hub — Beever\, Moorby Street\, Oldham\, OL1 3QU
CATEGORIES:Children & Families,Family Hubs
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260924T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260924T203000
DTSTAMP:20260326T200525Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T200525Z
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SUMMARY:Quiz Night Thursdays at The Town Hall Tavern
DESCRIPTION:QUIZ NIGHT THURSDAYS!Proper pub quiz. No nonsense. Just bragging rights. Winner gets a £25 bar tab From 6PM Followed by Kamikaze Karaoke Hosted by DJ Grade-AGet the team together… it’s going off 
URL:https://whatson.oldham.gov.uk/event/quiz-night-thursdays-at-the-town-hall-tavern/2026-09-24/
LOCATION:Town Hall Tavern\, 18 Yorkshire Street\, Oldham\, OL1 1QX
CATEGORIES:Cinema, Music & Theatre,Nightlife,Out With The Girls
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260924T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260924T210000
DTSTAMP:20241016T133150Z
CREATED:20241016T133029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241016T133150Z
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SUMMARY:3Cs Chess Club
DESCRIPTION:3Cs chess club was formed in 1978\, originally to provide local school children in the Oldham area with an opportunity to learn the game. \nThe club draws its members mainly from schools competing in the Oldham Primary Schools’ League\, although every child is welcomed to the club. \nThe name “Children’s Chess Club” is a constant reminder of their priorities – to encourage a far greater youth participation in the game irrespective of skill level.  The club’s members are representative of all Oldham’s diverse backgrounds and cultures with the children happily competing on equal terms\, either as a team representing the club or individually in various tournaments. \nClub nights don’t just consist of those in attendance playing a few games against each other\, nor are they about simply teaching moves and tactics to the four or five various coaching groups taking place into which those with varying levels of skill are organised to ensure they get the correct level of instruction.  The club also believes that if these children know more about the history and traditions of the game then it will add even more to their enjoyment and understanding of it. \nWinners of the national "British Chess Educational Trust" award for inclusive work \nAccessible to all - willing to adjust teaching techniques to accommodate anyone with special needs or disabilities
URL:https://whatson.oldham.gov.uk/event/3cs-chess-club/2026-09-24/
LOCATION:St Edwards Parish Hall\, Spring Lane\, Lees\, OL4 5AJ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Groups,Indoor play,Sports and fitness
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260924T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260924T210000
DTSTAMP:20260821T093527Z
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SUMMARY:Holding Light
DESCRIPTION:Illuminating Recovery on the National Stage\n\n\n\n\n“Grounded in real human stories… dance that heals\, inspires\, and breaks down stigma” \n\nFollowing a sold-out première performance at the Royal Ballet and Opera\, Fallen Angels Dance Theatre brings its powerful new production  Holding Light  to  Storyhouse\, Garret Theatre on Thursday 24 September and at Liverpool Everyman & Playhouse on Saturday 18 October. \nAt the heart of Fallen Angels is a powerful mission\, creating extraordinary dance theatre performed by artists with lived experience of addiction and mental health recovery. Their work brings raw\, authentic lived experience to the stage\, breaking down stigma and celebrating personal resilience through striking physical storytelling. \nCrafted over six months of collaboration between the dancers and creative team\, Holding Light explores light as both a dynamic partner on stage and a metaphor for recovery\, hope\, and personal awakening. The evening weaves together three distinct creative perspectives. Acclaimed choreographer Russell Maliphant brings his signature mastery of light and movement\, making illumination an active collaborator with the dancers. International dance artist Alice Godfrey offers a rich\, emotive exploration of body\, space\, and personal transformation\, while sound artist Feri Gyemant frames every movement with an immersive and emotionally charged soundscape. \nAuthentic\, moving\, and uplifting\, Holding Light invites audiences to witness stories that are often unseen\, offering a deeply memorable evening of dance\, hope and healing. \n\n“If we can tell those complex\, challenging stories\, then hopefully the public can understand more about recovery” \nClaire Morris\, Creative & Strategic Director \n\nThe performance is also Audio Described. Would it be possible to add this in at the top under ‘Pay what you can’? \nHolding Light is commissioned and led by Fallen Angels and supported as part of Recoverist Month\, led by Portraits of Recovery. \nThrough exhibitions\, performances and creative events\, Recoverist Month places the arts at the centre of conversations on substance use and recovery. Led by Portraits of Recovery and held every September to mark International Recovery Month\, this annual programme brings artists\, communities and audiences together across venues around the UK\, making a vibrant contribution to the contemporary arts and cultural landscape. \n\nFind out more & book tickets
URL:https://whatson.oldham.gov.uk/event/holding-light/
LOCATION:Garret Thearre\, Chester
CATEGORIES:Dance/Drama
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260925T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260925T130000
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SUMMARY:Build A Business: Funding Your Business Idea
DESCRIPTION:Explore the main types of funding available to UK businesses and identify which option could best support your own business goals and stage.\n\n\nImportant note: \nAll attendees must have completed the Build A Business Client Registration Form to be able to join the workshop.  \nIf you have not previously completed this Registration Form\, please complete after booking your place on Eventbrite. \nTo be eligible for this workshop\, you must be a Greater Manchester resident or the owner of a Greater Manchester located business within the following GM authorities: Bolton\, Bury\, Manchester\, Oldham\, Rochdale\, Salford\, Stockport\, Tameside\, Trafford\, or Wigan. \nPlease arrive between 9:30-10am for networking and registration. Workshop starts at 10am. \nFunding Your Business Idea! \nThinking about starting or growing a business but not sure how to fund it? This practical and informative workshop will help you understand the full range of business funding options and choose the right approach for your idea. \nYou’ll learn how to: \n\nassess your own funding needs\nexplore grant\, debt and equity funding\nunderstand the benefits and risks of each option\n\nWe’ll also cover common pitfalls when applying for funding\, with a strong focus on cash flow and how it impacts funding decisions. \nYou’ll also be introduced to local support and resources\, including how BIPC and Manchester Libraries can support you with information\, tools and advice to support your funding journey. \nIdeal for: Aspiring entrepreneurs\, early-stage businesses\, and anyone exploring funding to start or grow their business. \nPLEASE NOTE: Build A Business programme of funded workshops have limited places. Failure to attend on two separate occasions without prior cancellation will result in you being barred from attending future workshops. This is due to the cost of setting up each workshop and making preparations based on the number of sign-ups. \nFor more information go to: www.buildabusinessgm.org \n\n\nPlease note that this event takes place in a public building where filming and photography may take place (including the recording of your voice) and may be used across our marketing media for promotional purposes. Should you wish to obtain more information or would like to discuss photography/video recording\, then please speak to a member of our team\, email galleryoldham@oldham.gov.uk or call 0161 770 8000. \nMore information regarding how your personal data is used by Oldham Heritage\, Libraries and Archives can be found in our privacy notice here: www.oldham.gov.uk/HLAprivacy
URL:https://whatson.oldham.gov.uk/event/build-a-business-funding-your-business-idea/
LOCATION:Oldham Library & Lifelong Learning Centre\, Greaves Street\, Oldham\, OL1 1AL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Business
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SUMMARY:Plug in Maybe (Muse tribute) & Typhoons (Royal Blood Tribute) - Whittles Oldham
DESCRIPTION:Double Header - Plug in Maybe - Muse Tribute & Special Guests Typhoons - Royal Blood Tribute \n\n\n\n\nFriday 25th September 2026 - Plug in Maybe & Typhoons \nWhittles@Tokyo\, 57 Roscoe Street\, Oldham\, OL1 1EA \nDoors & Bar Open 7pm - Band on Stage 9pm \nJoin us for a massive double header night. \nPlug in Maybe - Muse Tribute Band \nThese guys are the best Muse Tribute around and are dedicated to recreating the sound\, show\, look and energy of the legendary stadium rock band. \nTyphoons - Royal Blood Tribute \nWith hits spanning across all four albums and a bass tone so perfect you' get confused as to whether they are the real thing\, from "Out of the Black" to "Mountains at Midnight" there is no hit missed.
URL:https://whatson.oldham.gov.uk/event/plug-in-maybe-muse-tribute-typhoons-royal-blood-tribute-whittles-oldham/
LOCATION:Whittles@tokyo\, 57 Roscoe Street\, Oldham\, OL1 1EA
CATEGORIES:Cinema, Music & Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260926T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260926T123000
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SUMMARY:Book Binding
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the National Year of Reading by getting crafty and creating your own bound books\n\n\nCelebrate the National Year of Reading by getting hands-on and exploring the art of bookmaking. Craft your own beautifully bound books using a range of creative materials — from textured papers to elegant vegan leather — and enjoy the satisfaction of producing something truly personal and unique.
URL:https://whatson.oldham.gov.uk/event/book-binding/
LOCATION:Oldham Library & Lifelong Learning Centre\, Greaves Street\, Oldham\, OL1 1AL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Adult Art & Crafts,Art & Crafts,Creative
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260926T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260926T210000
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SUMMARY:LOADER rock\, pop and indie band\, LIVE @ bees knees Oldham
DESCRIPTION:LOADER\nThe upbeat cover band are live at bees knees Oldham on september 26th!! \nCovering all your favourite tracks\, join us for a night filled with fun\, friends and the best drink offers in town! \nGet down early to ensure the best seats in the house!
URL:https://whatson.oldham.gov.uk/event/loader-rock-pop-and-indie-band-live-bees-knees-oldham/
LOCATION:Bees Knees Oldham\, 5 Fairbottom Street\, Oldham\, OL1 3SW
CATEGORIES:Nightlife
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260926T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260926T233000
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SUMMARY:Beautiful Trauma - The Pink Experience - Whittles Oldham
DESCRIPTION:If you are a Pink fan you do not want to miss this show \n\n\n\n\nSaturday 26th September - Beautiful Trauma by Stacy Green - The Live Pink Experience \nWhittles@Tokyo\, 57 Roscoe Street\, Oldham\, OL1 1EA \nDoors & Bar open 7pm - Band on stage 9pm \nStacy is an international\, award winning Pink impersonator\, performing at venues across the UK and further for the past 11 years. Now this amazing act can be seen with a phenomenal band to create the excitement and majesty that makes Pink the modern legend and inspiration she has come to be known as. \nStacy has teamed up with the successful Vertigo Band to bring all the energy and fun of Pink’s biggest hits. All the massive sing along songs are covered from ‘Just Like A Pill’ and ‘So What’ through to the most recent hits such as ‘What About Us?’ and ‘Beautiful Trauma’. Full production is taken advantage of with replica and authentic costumes \, props and motion backdrops and even dancers! \nIf you are a Pink fan then you will not want to miss this show! Stacy prides herself on replicating the atmosphere of the real thing complete with audience participation\, full dedicated light show\, moving visual backdrops and much more to ‘Get The Party Started’!
URL:https://whatson.oldham.gov.uk/event/beautiful-trauma-the-pink-experience-whittles-oldham/
LOCATION:Whittles@tokyo\, 57 Roscoe Street\, Oldham\, OL1 1EA
CATEGORIES:Cinema, Music & Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260928T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260928T213000
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SUMMARY:Dirty Dusting
DESCRIPTION:Gladys\, Olive and Elsie are three elderly office cleaners\, facing redundancy. When a call randomly comes through one evening at\nwork\, asking if they are a sex chat line\, a new opportunity arises for them to make a bit of extra money\, a bit on the side! \nHilarious\, heartwarming and saucy\, what could possibly go wrong? \nWe recommend this play is suitable for ages 16+
URL:https://whatson.oldham.gov.uk/event/dirty-dusting/2026-09-28/
LOCATION:Lyceum Theatre\, Union Street\, Oldham
CATEGORIES:Cinema, Music & Theatre,Nightlife
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260928T193000
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SUMMARY:Dirty Dusting
DESCRIPTION:Gladys\, Olive and Elsie are three vintage style office cleaners who are facing redundancy. When a call comes through one evening asking if they are a sex chat line\, a new opportunity arises for them to make a bit of extra money.  What could possibly go wrong!
URL:https://whatson.oldham.gov.uk/event/dirty-dusting-2/2026-09-28/
LOCATION:Lyceum Theatre\, Union Street\, Oldham
CATEGORIES:Dance/Drama
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260929T090000
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SUMMARY:Development and Weaning Clinic
DESCRIPTION:See a Health Visitor to discuss your child’s development and talk through any questions or concerns. \nBookings only: please contact the Best Start Family Hub for details.
URL:https://whatson.oldham.gov.uk/event/development-weaning-clinic-2/2026-09-29/
LOCATION:Best Start Family Hub — Alexandra\, Wildmoor Avenue\, Oldham\, OL4 5PU
CATEGORIES:Children & Families,Family Hubs
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260929T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260929T200000
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SUMMARY:Counter Narratives
DESCRIPTION:Three acclaimed artist films offer new perspectives on being. \nArtist film has the unique ability to hold the complexity of substance use\, recovery and mental health without reducing lived and living experience to a singular story. With image\, sound\, and form it allows us to step into experiences beyond our own\, opening spaces for relational attention and dialogue. \nBringing together\, animation\, documentary and video art\, this screening presents three acclaimed short artist films from the UK and USA for the first time in a shared programme. The screening will be followed by a panel discussion exploring how moving image can represent substance use\, recovery and mental health with clarity\, complexity and care. \nCollectively\, the programme asks what moving image can make possible when recovery is approached not as a resolved outcome\, but as a lived process shaped by memory\, ambiguity and social connection. The films do not offer art as remedy; instead\, they invite a shared encounter with the visual language\, ruptures and repetitions by which recovery is lived and re-imagined. \nBook now\nAbout the films:\nSmall Hours (Dir: Oscar Wyndham Lewis\, 2026) \nNarrated by starring actor Robert Bathurst (Downton Abbey\, Cold Feet\, Toast of London) it has recently screened at Raindance Film Festival and the Oscar-qualifying In the Palace International Short Film Festival been nominated for best animation at Raindance Film Festival and four other Oscar-qualifying film festivals to date. \nThere Is No One What Will Take Care of You (Dir: Dina Fiasconaro\, 2023) \nMaking its UK debut\, this split screen video artwork explores the relationship between a father\, daughter and friend whose lives are tragically marked by substance use\, loss and emotional transformation. The film holds these relationships in tension rather than resolving them\, allowing proximity\, absence and responsibility to unfold across the screen. This project is the recipient of a Saul Zaentz Innovation Fund grant and has screened at the Maryland Film Festival and Zo Gallery\, Baltimore. \nMilk (Dir: Miranda Stern\, 2024) \nThis BAFTA-nominated short documentary explores a raw and intimate portrayal of maternal loss and heroin use. The film follows director Miranda Stern as she embarks on an introspective quest to understand the mother she never knew\, while navigating her own history of substance use. Drawing on connections between the brain’s opioid receptors and the nurturing comfort of breast milk\, Milk blends documentary\, archival footage and mixed-media aesthetics to consider personal testimony and embodied memory. \nAbout the artists: \nOscar Wyndham Lewis is an artist and animator based in Margate. Since graduating from the Royal College of Art with a Master’s in Animation in 2016\, he has since directed several award-winning short films and music video projects. His debut hand-painted film The Waves won the Scottish Mental Health Arts Prize and was shortlisted for a BAFTA in 2017. \nDina Fiasconaro is a Baltimore screenwriter and director whose work centres female characters and explores addiction and recovery\, marginalisation\, familial relationships and mental illness. She is a Professor of Film and Moving Image at Stevenson University\, and her work has been screened at a variety of national and international venues and film festivals\, including the Baltimore Museum of Art. \nMiranda Stern is a Glasgow-based writer/director. A graduate of the National Film and Television School (NFTS)\, Milk garnered a BAFTA nomination for Best Short Film in 2025. During its festival run including Clermont-Ferrand\, Aesthetica\, Palm Springs and EIFF the film caught the attention of the New York Times and now features on their Op-Docs platform.
URL:https://whatson.oldham.gov.uk/event/counter-narratives/
LOCATION:Stockport Plaza\, Mersey Square\,\, Stockport\, Cheshire.\, SK1 1SP
CATEGORIES:Cinema, Music & Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260929T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260929T220000
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SUMMARY:Oldham Comedy Club
DESCRIPTION:Oldham Comedy Club is back for another unmissable night of laughter with the UK's best stand-up comedians.\nLive At The Apollo and Man Like Mobeen star Tez Ilyas headlines with TV favourite Stephen Bailey (Celebrity Mastermmind\, Celebrity Weakest Link\, Madame Blance Mysteries). MC Mick Ferry (‘legend’ Jason Manford) is tasked once again to compare...and to keep everyone in line! \nEarly booking is strongly advised – these shows regularly sell out. \nThe comedians are all booked by Comedy In A Van. \nA regular on BBC One’s Live At The Apollo\, Tez Ilyas is also known for Man Like Mobeen (BBC Three) and Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins.\nTez has also appeared on everything from The One Show to The News Quiz and\, of course\, his very own The Tez O’Clock Show on Channel 4. A phenomenally funny comedian who refuses to shy away from trickier subjects yet never forgets that the laughs need to come thick and fast. \nStephen Bailey\, a proud Northern\, working class\, gay man. Although well known as a TV presenter and actor it’s the arena of live\, stand up comedy where Stephen really shines.\nGossipy\, bitchy\, close to the bone even\, but with such an infectious sense of fun everyone gets the joke and no one is left behind. \n“Natural talent” – Metro\, “Rising star” – The Sun\, “Hilarious from the first line” – Voice\, “Fabulously funny” – The Guardian. \nYour compere is proud Oldhamer and Comedy Store and Frog & Bucket veteran Mick Ferry!\nWhether he’s running with a scatterbrained idea\, an audience suggestion or dipping into his extensive mental files of absolute\, top drawer gags and routines\, the end result is a barrage of laughter from a very happy audience and that is what we are all about. \n★★★★★ Mirror \n“Absolute legend” Jason Manford\, “As good as it gets” – Big Issue.
URL:https://whatson.oldham.gov.uk/event/oldham-comedy-club/
LOCATION:The Loom\, The Loom\, Parliament Square Oldham\, OL1 1AS
CATEGORIES:Cinema, Music & Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260930T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260930T140000
DTSTAMP:20260805T095019Z
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SUMMARY:Build A Business; Know Your Customer\, Get Competitive
DESCRIPTION:Discover why market research and other resources can boost your start up or small business to success.\n\n\nAll attendees must complete this Build A Business Registration Form to be able to join the workshop. If you have not previously submitted a Build A Business Registration Form\, please complete after booking your place. \nPlease arrive between 9:30-10:00am for networking and registration. Workshop starts at 10:00am. \nPlease note: To be eligible for this workshop you must be a Greater Manchester resident or the owner of a Greater Manchester located business. \nKnow Your Customer\, Get Competitive! \n\nDo you know who your customers really are?\nHow much they will spend on your product or service?\nWhy they choose one over another? Why would they choose you over a competitor?\n\nHaving a great product isn't enough nowadays - every business needs to know about the attitudes\, behaviours and beliefs of their target customers. You need to understand what matters to your customers. And what drives them to make choices and decisions that ultimately leads to sales and customer satisfaction. \nAt this workshop you will learn how to access market research and other resources that can help you find the answers to all these questions and more - and it’s all been funded for you! \nWe'll also show you how to find suppliers\, marketing and sales leads and consider who is best to trade with. Learn how to use the Business & IP Centre Manchester’s £5 million collection of UK and global business databases (including market research and company and financial information) to: \n\nassess market potential\ndevelop a viable business plan\,\nupskill you to ‘know your market’.\n\nTo join this workshop you or your business needs to reside within one of the ten GM authorities: Bolton\, Bury\, Manchester\, Oldham\, Rochdale\, Salford\, Stockport\, Tameside\, Trafford or Wigan. \nYou also need to be: \nThe owner of the business \nOR \nAn aspiring entrepreneur with a business idea you want to develop. \nPLEASE NOTE: The Build A Business programme of funded workshops have limited places. Failure to attend on two separate occasions without prior cancellation will result in you being blocked from attending future workshops. This is due to the cost of setting up each workshop and making preparations based on the number of sign-ups. This includes Know Your Customer; IP - Protect Your Assets; Business Basics; and Marketing: The Essentials. \nFor more information about Build A Business\, go to:www.buildabusinessgm.org \nBuild A Business in GM Libraries is partly funded by the UK Government. \n\n\nPlease note that this event takes place in a public building where filming and photography may take place (including the recording of your voice) and may be used across our marketing media for promotional purposes. Should you wish to obtain more information or would like to discuss photography/video recording\, then please speak to a member of our team\, email galleryoldham@oldham.gov.uk or call 0161 770 8000. \nMore information regarding how your personal data is used by Oldham Heritage\, Libraries and Archives can be found in our privacy notice here: www.oldham.gov.uk/HLAprivacy
URL:https://whatson.oldham.gov.uk/event/build-a-business-know-your-customer-get-competitive/
LOCATION:Oldham Library & Lifelong Learning Centre\, Greaves Street\, Oldham\, OL1 1AL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Business
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260930T140000
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SUMMARY:Weaning group
DESCRIPTION:Weaning groups are available to gain an understanding of how to introduce your baby to solid foods\, also referred to as weaning or complementary feeding\, weaning starts when your baby is around 6 months old. \nYour baby should be introduced to a varied diet\, alongside their usual breast milk or first infant formula. It can be confusing knowing when and how to start introducing solid foods. We're here to guide you through the weaning journey and explain what it all means. We've got expert NHS advice\, useful videos\, tips from other parents\, and lots of simple\, healthy weaning recipe and meal ideas. \nIf you would like to attend please contact your local family hub
URL:https://whatson.oldham.gov.uk/event/weaning-group-4/2026-09-30/
LOCATION:Best Start Family Hub — Stanley Road\, Derby Street\, Oldham\, OL9 7HX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Children & Families,Family Hubs
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260930T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260930T190000
DTSTAMP:20260602T140124Z
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SUMMARY:SEND drop-in with POINT
DESCRIPTION:Do you care for a child or young person (0–25) with additional needs or disabilities? Come and chat to the Oldham Parent Carer Forum!\n​\nOldham Parent Carer Forum\, supported by the charity POINT\, is holding more free SEND drop-in sessions across Oldham in April. Come along for advice\, support\, or just a friendly chat \nOldham Parent Carer Forum work with the Best Start Family Hubs\, hosting free SEND drop-in sessions across all five Oldham Districts. Come along for advice\, support\, or just a friendly chat\, and learn where you can find further support.
URL:https://whatson.oldham.gov.uk/event/point-drop-in-3/2026-09-30/
LOCATION:Best Start Family Hub — Medlock Vale\, Hadfield Street\, Oldham\, OL8 3BP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Children & Families,Family Hubs
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