Events in Rochdale - Children

There’s no excuse not to visit your local library next month – it’s National Libraries Day 2012 on Saturday 4 February.

The day, devoted to all libraries nationwide, aims to highlight what people can do in their local library – and it’s more than just reading books! You can browse and borrow a vast selection of DVDs and CDs, surf the internet for free on a suite of computers and use the library as a space for community events and meetings.

Respected author and playwright Muli Amaye will be hosting an afternoon of writing workshops at Rochdale Central Library from 2pm – 4pm. And to make sure you get to see all of the facilities, there will be guided tours of the library at 11.30am, 1.30pm and 3.30pm.

Top author Tom Palmer will be the special guest at a ‘meet the author’ session, also at Rochdale Central Library from 3pm. The accomplished author has written two football popular fiction series for children - Football Detective and Football Academy.

To book free places, call Ray Stearn on 01706 924972 or email ray.stearn@rochdale.gov.uk  

Heywood Library is inviting everyone to pay them a visit to see what’s available and just how useful the library can be for learning and leisure. They’ll also be asking for feedback on what you think of the library and why you love visiting it. Comments will be put on display in the library.

And the day before the big day, Middleton Library hosts a fancy dress party for local children. 

Remember to visit your library on National Libraries Day.

Littleborough Rugby League are looking for new junior players to help build up our club.

Littleborough Kid’s Rugby training starts Saturday 4 February at 10.00am Littleborough community fields. Any 7-9 year olds welcome. Training is free. For more info, please contact: Janine Browne 01706 370974.

Dads and male carers are invited to come for tea and enjoy some canvas painting and creative crafts with their child/children aged under 5.

In addition, every dad/carer who attends will receive a free one month pass for the gym at Bowlee sports centre.

Places for tea are limited so booking is essential tel. 0161 653 9526 or pop into the children’s centre.

For more information on the event please call Kelly Swanwick tel. 0161 653 9526.

Children and young people living in Heywood shouldn't get bored this half-term. Heywood Township have teamed up with Link4Life to providing a FREE action packed programme of activities available during the week. The leaflet is available now from local libraries, community centres, leisure centre and local shops. If you want to know what’s going on over the half-term you can’t afford to be without one of these leaflets so pick one up today.

The programme has been co-ordinated by Link4Life and sponsored by Heywood Township. Local organisations and groups have all helped to put together a fantastic programme of activities for children and young people.

Julie Durrant, Community Sports Development Officer from Link4Life who has helped co-ordinate the week long programme says ‘There is something for everyone this half-term in the Heywood area from archery, dance, mountain biking, handball, basketball, tennis to football, cricket, karate and even FREE swimming and an outdoor climbing wall – plus lots more.

Keeping children entertained during the holiday period is really difficult and can also be very costly. All activities as part of the Heywood Festival of Sport Programme are completely free so everyone can take part.

There is nothing like this in any other township across the borough so Heywood residents should have a great half-term.

To get hold of a copy of the leaflet and programme for the week pop into the local library or leisure centre, or download a copy from the links, or call Julie Durrant on 01706 926201.

Ages 8-15

The Festival runs annually and has classes for all areas of the Performing Arts.

The Festival is administered through the Rochdale Music Service on behalf of the Rochdale Schools Service. It consists of numerous classes both competitive and non-competitive, followed by one or two celebration concerts.

Description Cherwell FC Easter Fun Day all money raised on the day will be split in 2

1) Help the heroes * 2) Cherwell football club

On the day there will be a lot going on:
1) tombola,
2) raffle,
3) car boot sale,
4) coffee shop,
5) cake stall,
6) games,

and a lot lot more good stuff to do. Admission will be 50p on the door.

All fans of the little blue engine are invited to come and spend the day with Thomas and his friends.

A Day Out With Thomas is an exciting and fun filled way for children and adults alike to enter the world of Thomas & Friends™ and enjoy a full day out.

All of the attractions and rides are covered by your admission ticket.

Activities will run throughout the weekend including face painting, pottery workshops, story reading, Punch & Judy, magic and circus workshops, Thomas live re-enactments and other railway based activities.

Day Out with Thomas is a full day event so please arrive before lunchtime and allow at least 4 hours for your visit.

In celebration of the Queen's Diamond Jubilee in June 2012, this year's parade will have a Royal 'Red, White & Blue' theme. If you'd like to participate in the procession, join the committee, or be involved in any way - please get in touch.

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