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Talks and Discussions
Seminar, conference or just an informative evening, if it’s happening in Macclesfield and the surrounding areas, this is the place to tell our readers.
If you have an event you want publicised here then please email us via the contact form
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Wed24Jan2024Thu31Oct2024Delamere Forest
Forestry England celebrate 25 years of The Gruffalo with an exciting forest adventure.
Forestry England’s Delamere Forest is thrilled to announce a year-long celebratory trail launching on 24th January, to mark the 25th anniversary of the award-winning picture book, “The Gruffalo”.
Since 2014, the collaboration between Magic Light Pictures and Forestry England has enchanted families in England, immersing them in the magical world of the Gruffalo within the nation’s deep dark woods.
To mark this remarkable milestone, Delamere Forest is inviting families from across England to join in the festivities and celebrate the Gruffalo’s 25th birthday on an exciting new trail experience.
The Gruffalo’s 25th birthday trail is going to be a big party in the forest! As part of the adventure, families will be encouraged to work together to search for missing party items whilst enjoying fun and games along the trail. Participants will also learn about the intricate ways plants and animals look after each other.
Available at 26 forest sites from 24th January, the trails will boast five large activity panels, two of which will include interactive elements. In addition, visitors can expect 15 smaller spotter panels, where they can search for missing party items. Five rubbing stations will also be scattered along the trail, adding an artistic touch to the adventure.
For those looking to enhance their experience, an accompanying trail pack will be available to buy on-site for just £4. These will include a festive party headband to get you into the party spirit, an activity leaflet for curious minds, stickers, pencils and crayons to get creative, and a woven Gruffalo sew-on patch as a cherished keepsake.
This fantastic celebratory trail is set to captivate Gruffalo fans of all ages, offering a memorable and educational experience amidst the beauty of our fabulous forests. Mark your calendars for 2024, as the Gruffalo’s 25th birthday promises to be an adventure you won’t want to miss.
For more information and updates on this exciting new trail, visit https://www.forestryengland.uk/gruffalo-party-trail
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Thu18Apr2024Tue31Dec20247.30 pm to 9 pmKing Edward Street Chapel, 4 King Edward Street, Macclesfield, SK10 1AA
Join us at King Edward Street Chapel Macclesfield and fill your Thursday evenings with song!
A welcoming space where we focus on joy and connection over perfection
No auditions, no sheet music, no previous experience needed. Open to everyone, whether you consider yourself a singer or not.
For more information email maccsings@gmail.com or just drop in!
Sessions cost £8 but we have a limited number of "pay what you can" space available for those on low income
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Tue23Apr2024Tue12Nov20245.30 to 8 pmCinnamon Brow Farm, Perth Close, Fearnhead, Warrington, WA2 0SF
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Fri13Sep2024Buxton Opera House, Buxton, Derbyshire
Buxton Opera House is welcoming members of the public on Friday 13 September for free behind-the-scenes tours around its beautiful Grade II-listed Matcham Auditorium.
This is a rare opportunity for theatregoers to take a look behind-the-scenes at one of the few remaining theatres designed by celebrated theatre architect, Frank Matcham, and to explore the rich history of “the theatre in the hills”.
This is part of Buxton Opera House’s participation with Heritage Open Days, which this year celebrates the theme of routes, networks and connections.
Jonathan Thompson, Head of Operations and Deputy CEO expressed his delight with Buxton Opera House’s participation with Heritage Open Days this year:
“We’re really excited to be opening our doors once again for Heritage Open Days, sharing the heritage of our 121-year-old Matcham Auditorium with the public, where you will be able to explore the theatre and see some areas that the public do not normally get to see. By booking onto one of our free tours, you can experience the magic of standing on our main stage and seeing the stunning auditorium from a totally different view, one that is only normally for the performers.”
Audiences who book their tour in advance will have the chance to learn about the inner workings of the venue in the backstage areas, and dive into the fascinating archival story of Buxton Opera House in the Matcham Gallery.
There will also be the opportunity to find out more about the ongoing community projects that take place throughout the year, as well as volunteering roles and other ways that the members of the public can get involved in the Opera House's exciting programme of events.
Buxton Opera House is also encouraging audiences and community members to share their memories of the iconic theatre through a new community initiative, The Archive, which is supported by Arts Council England. The Archive aims to rediscover, record and share local stories, photos and memorabilia from audiences and supporters of the Opera House throughout its 121-year history. Members of the public will be able to share their stories on the day with the team, who will be available to assist in the Entrance Foyer.
Tours are free but do require booking in advance due to limited capacity. Various time slots between 10am and 3pm are available to book now via the Buxton Opera House website and at the Box Office.
Audiences who are unable to pre-book are welcome to view the Matcham Auditorium from the Dress Circle (by entering via the Entrance Foyer), however they will be unable to receive the full benefit of the free Heritage Open Day tours.
Heritage Open Day Tours
Friday 13 September 2024
At 10:00, 10:30, 11:00, 11:30, 12:00, 12:30, 12:45, 14:00, 14:30 and 15:00.Visit the website and follow us on Facebook, X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram
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Mon16Sep2024Tue31Dec2024Tytherington Family Worship Church, Sandwich Dr, Tytherington, Macclesfield SK10 2UD
Did you know that your local Rock Choir meets every Monday evenings at Tytherington Family Worship Church?
The Autumn term begins on Monday, 16th September – and you could be singing along.
The Choir are a very friendly group that can guarantee you having a great time, learning a wide variety of music, from Abba to the Stone Roses!
Rock Choir was established in 2005 by award-winning musician, Caroline Redman Lusher and is now the world's largest contemporary choir, with over 33,000 members participating in approximately 400 local communities across the UK.
It offers all ages an alternative experience to the traditional classical or community choir, introducing members to feel-good pop, rock and contemporary chart songs. Hit songs from the current charts and decades are deconstructed and rebuilt by Caroline and her creative team to offer members unique versions of favourite hits.
Rock Choir has an uplifting ethos of fun and friendship and the community spirit is a huge part of its attraction where members enjoy a dynamic, glamorous and busy new social life and connect with their community. At an individual level, it helps improve people's well-being by building their self-confidence, self-esteem and in turn helps them to enjoy positive mental and physical health benefits all through the power of group singing.
Rock Choir are always happy to welcome new members! There are no auditions and no requirement to read music. Sign up now for a FREE taster session by visiting www.rockchoir.com.
