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Opening evening of the Blackrod Art Group's 12-week library exhibition. Following the open evening, the exhibition can be viewed during the usual Library opening hours. The exhibition ends on Thursday 14 January 2027
An interactive group for families with children 12 months+ Enjoy songs, stories, sensory play, and craft activities to help build your child’s communication, language, and literacy skills. Ran by Bolton Family hubs as part of the universal offer. The session is free and you do not need to book. We will ask you to register your details with Bolton Council's E Start system and fill in a sign in sheet each time you come. For more information on the Best Start Family Hub program search 'Bolton Family Hubs' in your browser to download a copy of the 'Guide to free services and activities for families in Bolton' . You can pick up a physical copy at Blackrod Library or from the venue.
Baby Sensory session ran by Bolton Family hubs. Enjoy singing, sensory play, topic chats and a chance to meet other local parents. The session is free and you do not need to book. We will ask you to register your details with Bolton Council's E Start system and fill in a sign in sheet each time you come. For more information on the Best Start Family Hub program search 'Bolton Family Hubs' in your browser to download a copy of the 'Guide to free services and activities for families in Bolton' . You can pick up a physical copy at Blackrod Library or from the venue.
Children's summer storytelling activity forming part of Bolton Libraries' 2026 Summer Reading Challenge programme.
Baby Sensory session ran by Bolton Family hubs as part of the universal offer. Enjoy singing, sensory play, topic chats and a chance to meet other local parents. The session is free and you do not need to book. We will ask you to register your details with Bolton Council's E Start system and fill in a sign in sheet each time you come. For more information on the Best Start Family Hub program search 'Bolton Family Hubs' in your browser to download a copy of the 'Guide to free services and activities for families in Bolton' . You can pick up a physical copy at Blackrod Library or from the venue.
Baby Sensory session ran by Bolton Family hubs as part of the universal offer. Enjoy singing, sensory play, topic chats and a chance to meet other local parents. The session is free and you do not need to book. We will ask you to register your details with Bolton Council's E Start system and fill in a sign in sheet each time you come. For more information on the Best Start Family Hub program search 'Bolton Family Hubs' in your browser to download a copy of the 'Guide to free services and activities for families in Bolton' . You can pick up a physical copy at Blackrod Library or from the venue.
Friendly community-choir rehearsal.
Celebrate 90 years of RBL Blackrod Branch service at this special Masquerade Ball welcoming local dignitaries. Dress to impress in suits, tuxedos, cocktail or ball gowns. Premium buffet, Live music and dancing, Monies raised will go to help veterans in our local community. Tickets are limited and available first-come, first-served via email.
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Everyone is welcome at Blackrod Community Choir. If you love singing and want to be part of a friendly, local & caring group, you belong here with us! Our Musical Director, Sue, will give you all the sheet music and lyrics you need, both are also printed and online. YOUR membership starts with a FREE session then £4.00 a week. It can't be passed on to someone else but come when you can, we know life can get in the way sometimes. There's no minimum number of rehearsals. Perform if you want to. Joining in with concerts and events is completely up to you — no pressure at all.
Community spotlightA volunteer planting and beautification group caring for Blackrod's gateways, planters, flower beds and (seasonally) the cemetery. 7 committed members in the 2025 assembly report. The group fundraises through coffee mornings and a 'good as new' clothes sale for the Children's Society. Always open to new volunteers and donations.
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Help run free junior and senior youth club sessions for children aged 4 – 17 (reception+).
Join the team of ~20 volunteers running monthly Messy Church for 30+ children and their families. Great for DofE Volunteering section.
Help make and finish items to sell at community events for charitable causes. Open to novices.
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