What's on

5 August 2026 – 31 March 2027

Families, Stretford

Wednesday Storytime at Stretford Library

Join this fun and interactive session for under-fives featuring stories, rhymes and songs that inspire a love of reading and learning in a bright, warm library space.

People on a dementia friendly walk in Longford Park

30 September – 28 October

Outdoors and Nature, Stretford

Dementia Friendly Walks

Join City of Trees for a free dementia-friendly nature walk around Longford Park!

A group of people sat outside OT Creative Space on the bench chatting and having a brew

18 March – 23 December

Festivals and Events, Old Trafford

Brew on the Bench

A weekly opportunity to have a brew and a chat at OT Creative Space. All welcome.

Warm and inviting scene of a crochet project with a cup of coffee on a vibrant, handmade blanket.

20 May 2026 – 29 December 2027

Festivals and Events, Urmston

Wednesday Crochet Group at Urmston Library

Crochet and connect over a brew at our weekly crochet group!

9 September 2026 – 31 March 2027

Festivals and Events, Stretford

Wednesday Afternoon 'Forget Me Knits' Knitting Group at Stretford Library

Stitch, chat and create at Stretford Library's 'Forget Me Knits' Knitting Group! A friendly and welcoming group where knitters of all abilities can share skills, make friends and enjoy knitting together in a relaxed library setting.

A table with craft paper, paints and glitter on it

14 October 2026 – 13 October 2027

Festivals and Events, Timperley

Crafternoons

Join this friendly Crafternoons group for creative activities, conversation and companionship in a relaxed and welcoming environment. Whether you're an experienced crafter or a complete beginner, it's a great opportunity to learn new skills, meet others and enjoy being creative together.

Hands holding a pen and sheet music, seen from above

14 October 2026 – 13 October 2027

Theatre and Performance, Old Trafford

The Orchard Songwriting Workshops

A welcoming songwriting and recording workshop where people of all experience levels can develop original musical ideas in a relaxed and supportive environment. Explore creativity, learn new skills, collaborate with others, and see your songs grow from inspiration to creation.

A man kneeling next to a small fire placing sticks on it

14 October 2026 – 13 October 2027

Workshops and Clubs, Old Trafford

Cooking and Winter Survival Workshops

Free Cooking and Winter Survival Workshops for people aged 50+, where you can learn practical cooking and winter wellbeing skills, share experiences, and connect with others in a friendly and supportive environment. A great opportunity to build confidence, stay informed, and thrive during the colder months.