Men's Health Focus
2024-11-14 13:00 - 15:00 (Europe/London) | Barlow Moor Community Association, 23 Merseybank Avenue, Chorlton, M21 7NT, United Kingdom
Part of Health Week at Barlow Moor Community Association
You are invited welcome to a week of fantastic free health events, hosted by NHS organisations, charities and not-for-profits, aiming to get you ready for winter. It’s all free mostly drop-in, so no appointment needed. There will be health checks, physiotherapists, care navigators, nurses, exercise sessions, craft sessions and much more!

Physiotherapy consultations, tips and advice for aches, pains and sprains.
Be Well men’s drop-in for advice and info.

Increase the Impact of your Green Campaigning
2024-11-14 19:30 - 21:00 | online, Contact event organiser for details., Online, United Kingdom
Are you part of a group or organisation working on “green” issues? (from reducing traffic to conservation efforts,…it all counts!)
Do you want to increase the impact your group has or find out about funding opportunities?
Would you like to know how to get your message across to those who can make a difference in local or national government?
Do you want to meet people working on green issues from around the city, find out what they are doing, and find ways to become more involved?

If you said yes to any of those, then this free workshop is for you!
This event will:

Connect you to others who share your aims and have expertise to share
Improve the way you work with local and national government to help your group succeed
Identify some funding sources you can access

The event will be supported by a panel of experts who will offer advice on how we can make our green campaigning more impactful.
This free workshop will take place over Zoom. You will be e-mailed the link and the details of the session prior to the event. When you sign up, you will be invited to join an e-mail group, connecting you with a network of like-minded people in Manchester.
The Manchester Climate Alliance is a network of groups and individuals working in many different ways towards a greener, more sustainable city. From churches to policy groups, from local climate action groups to friends of parks, or individuals who are committed to climate action, you are all invited to join us. The Manchester Climate Alliance network has expertise to share.
Book here – https://www.tickettailor.com/events/peopleplaceplanetdidsbury/1363582

Music Workshop
2024-11-15 10:00 - 12:00 | Barlow Moor Community Association, 23 Merseybank Avenue, Chorlton, M21 7NT, United Kingdom
Part of Health Week at Barlow Moor Community Association
You are invited welcome to a week of fantastic free health events, hosted by NHS organisations, charities and not-for-profits, aiming to get you ready for winter. It’s all free mostly drop-in, so no appointment needed. There will be health checks, physiotherapists, care navigators, nurses, exercise sessions, craft sessions and much more!

Bang your drum, soothe your soul. All welcome.

Tai Chi
2024-11-15 12:30 - 13:45 | Barlow Moor Community Association, 23 Merseybank Avenue, Chorlton, M21 7NT, United Kingdom
Part of Health Week at Barlow Moor Community Association
You are invited welcome to a week of fantastic free health events, hosted by NHS organisations, charities and not-for-profits, aiming to get you ready for winter. It’s all free mostly drop-in, so no appointment needed. There will be health checks, physiotherapists, care navigators, nurses, exercise sessions, craft sessions and much more!

Support your mobility and health. Free. Open to all.

Chorlton Makers' Market
2024-11-16 10:00 - 16:00 | Manchester Road and Oswald Road School Car Park
Come along on the third Saturday of the month to enjoy street food, creativity and live music. Make a full day of it, shopping with the brilliant independents in Chorlton’s district centre, visiting the lovely local shops, cafes along Wilbraham, Barlow Moor and Manchester Roads along the way!
The Market is Manchester Road (the area around the library), then round the corner, onto the playground at Oswald Road School.

Cosy Monday at Southway Housing
2024-11-18 - 2024-11-19 | Southway Housing Southern Gate Office, 729 Princess Road, Manchester, M20 2LT
Southway Housing are back with another selection of new and preloved items, all completely free to take away from their office warm space at 729 Princess Road, M20 2LT.
You’ll be able to browse their selection of useful bits and bobs and take home whatever you fancy, including:
Rugs & mats, crockery, coats, hats, gloves, shoes, toiletries. Plus, the usual brews, biscuits and cosy catchups! To make sure this event runs smoothly for everyone, you must book a ticket through Eventbrite.
There will be two timeslots:
1:30 – 2:30pm and 2:30 – 3:30pm. Please book your place at: eventbrite.co.uk/e/cosy-mondays-bits-n-bobs-2-tickets-1082369037929

Monday Digital Drop-in
2024-11-18 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-11-25 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-12-02 10:00 - 12:00 | Barlow Moor Community Association, 23 Merseybank Avenue, Chorlton, M21 7NT, United Kingdom
The world of computers, social media and online shopping and safety can be bewildering. It’s not as scary as it may seem – all you need is someone to show you how to do it! Grab your gadgets and come along and learn a trick or three!

Diabetes Groups
2024-11-18 13:00 - 15:00, 2024-11-25 13:00 - 15:00, 2024-12-02 13:00 - 15:00 | Barlow Moor Community Association, 23 Merseybank Avenue, Chorlton, M21 7NT, United Kingdom
Clinical session first Monday of each month
Peer support group every Monday.
Open to people with type 1, type 2, pre-diabetics or carers and families of people living with diabetes.

Manchester Wellbeing Cancer Choir
2024-11-18 19:30 - 21:00, 2024-11-25 19:30 - 21:00 | The Edge Theatre & Arts Centre, Manchester Road, Chorlton, M21 9JG, United Kingdom
Have you or a loved one been affected by cancer?
Come and boost your immune system and uplift your spirit through the power of song and togetherness.

No experience needed and the sessions are open to anyone affected by cancer.

Mondays, 7.30-9pm, Term times only

Royal Oak Social Club
2024-11-19 12:00 - 15:00, 2024-11-26 12:00 - 15:00 | Royal Oak, 440 Barlow Moor Road, Chorlton, M21 0BQ, United Kingdom
Join us every Tuesday, 12-3 for our social club. Come and meet new people and enjoy a chat. No need to book, just come along.

Board Games Night at Benito Lounge
2024-11-19 18:00 - 23:00 | Benito Lounge, 595-597 Wilbraham Road, Chorlton, M21 9AJ, United Kingdom
A lively evening of fun, food and friendly company where we play everything from party games to cutting edge strategy. Free to attend and no need to book; games start throughout the evening so turn up when it’s good for you and we’ll fit you in somewhere. If you’re new to board games: people always explain rules and get you up to speed. Typically 20-50 attend. Bring games if you have them. If you’re lucky enough to be under 18, please bring an adult! 😃We strongly advise that you join the event chat on WhatsApp, here: https://chat.whatsapp.com/IvLBCOcQIye21oGaZbkPZZ
For more local board games info and events, join the Manchester Board Game Hub at https://www.facebook.com/groups/mbghuk/
If you’re on meetup, this event is organised by Manchester Board Game Legends: https://www.meetup.com/manchester-board-games-meetup/

CFI - Chorlton Film Institute
2024-11-19 19:30 | St Clement’s Church, Edge Lane, Manchester, M21 9AE, United Kingdom
Quality independent film in Chorlton’s very own cinema. Tickets are £7 (cash preferred). No membership required, just come along – every third Tuesday of the month – and pay on the night.
For details of this month’s presentation, visit Chorlton Film Institute’s website or find them on Facebook.

Refugee Aid Drop-Off
2024-11-20 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-11-27 10:00 - 12:00 | Chorlton Central Church Basement, Via back entrance, Zetland Road, Chorlton, M21 8BF, United Kingdom
Help refugees and Asylum seekers, by dropping off donations – 10am-12noon and 6pm-8pm.
Refugee Aid Chorlton is a volunteer-run charity that began when neighbours were moved by the plight of refugees and asylum seekers, especially those in refugee camps. Several years – and many, many, many shipping containers of aid – later, they’re still going strong.
Can you help? They need

Clothes and shoes
Toys and games, books and stationery
Toiletries and underwear (new only)
Bikes, scooters, locks and helmets
equipment for babies

All should be good quality items, for any age/gender/size. And no furniture, please.

Creative Activity Groups - Young People
2024-11-20 15:30 - 17:30, 2024-11-27 15:30 - 17:30

Chatty Cafe
2024-11-21 13:00 - 15:00, 2024-11-28 13:00 - 15:00 | Benito Lounge, 595-597 Wilbraham Road, Chorlton, M21 9AJ, United Kingdom
Fancy a natter? Good! We all do at the Chatty Cafe. Whether you’re with a friend or on your own, come along and find someone to talk to.
Why feel lonely? You never know who you might meet and we’d LOVE to see you there.
Find out more about Chatty Cafe Scheme

Thursday Digital Drop-in
2024-11-21 13:00 - 15:00, 2024-11-28 13:00 - 15:00 | Barlow Moor Community Association, 23 Merseybank Avenue, Chorlton, M21 7NT, United Kingdom

Mum's the Word Comedy Club
2024-11-22 13:00 | The Edge Theatre & Arts Centre, Manchester Road, Chorlton, M21 9JG, United Kingdom
See the best stand-ups on the circuit without having to leave your baby at home.
Presetned by Kate McCabe

Chorlton Mothers* Circle
2024-11-23 11:00 - 12:00 | Outside Chorlton Precinct, (near Costa) Wilbraham Road, Chorlton, United Kingdom
85% of parents are worried about what climate change will mean for their children.
How can we come together to visualise a better future?
Join us to:
– Take part in peaceful, creative, child-friendly climate action 💚
– Meet like-minded parents and carers 🙌
– Find out more about how local families are working together towards a more positive future in Manchester and beyond 🌍
Mothers* Rebellion Circles are inclusive of mothers, fathers, grandparents, aunties, carers and allies. The circle – as part of the next Global Mothers* Rebellion – creates a space for us to share, listen and come together to express challenges and hopes for the future.
Bring a placard with “I’m here for…” and the names of any children or a climate message you want to share, or create one with us on the day. Remember to wrap up warm, and please bring a blanket/chair/cardboard to sit on!
It all happens outside Chorlton Precinct (by Costa Coffee) on Wilbraham Road.
Free, just turn up, but feel free to drop us a message on instagram with any questions

Chorlton's Christmas Lights Switch-on!
2024-11-30 15:00 - 18:00 | Outside the Royal Oak, Chorlton Cross (Wilbraham and Barlow Moor Roads), Chorlton, United Kingdom
Let’s get Chorlton off to a flying festive start!
Join the annual celebration as we light up the Four Banks and the Christmas tree in Chorlton. This is a big event and we have loads going on – kids’ crafts, a visit from Father Christmas, and of course, plenty of mince pies and mulled wine!
Come along for the party – support your local community and your local high street – independent traders need you!!
Performances from 3pm
Light Switch On at 5pm
Carol Singing, 5-6pm

Crafty Christmas
2024-12-01 14:00 - 16:00 | Chorlton Central Church
Chorlton Central Church are holding a Crafty Christmas event on Sunday 1st December from 2 – 4pm. This is an event for children and families to enjoy making Christmas crafts together, all from recycled materials. Tickets are £5 per child (£3 for concessions), however if this is a barrier to you being able to attend please contact children@chorlton-central.org.uk.
There are limited places, please do book if you would to attend – www.tickettailor.com/events/chorltoncentralchurch/1383851?
