Get cooking

BUDDING chefs aged from nine to 18 can attend a Ready Steady Cook session at Failsworth Q Youth Centre, James Street, on Friday from 6 to 8.30pm. Price 50p. For more details call Kathryn Bardsley on 0161-770 5295.


GRAB a brew and a good book on Saturday at a cafe and book stall at Beulah Baptist & United Reform Church, Withins Road, Hollinwood, from 2.30 to 3.30pm. Admission of £1 includes refreshments. In aid of church funds.



CHILDREN aged seven to 13 wanting healthier lifestyles can join the 10-week MEND programme with their parents which starts on Tuesday, January 24, at Failsworth School and Failsworth Sports Centre, Brierley Avenue. Free sessions every Tuesday and Friday, 5-7pm. For details call Adele Stanton on 0161-621 7128.



HOLLINWOOD residents are being urged to join a new group being set up to help plan and organise events in the community. To get involved contact Sarah Furbey on 07985-538 229.



COMMUNITY concerns will come under the spotlight on Thursday, January 26 (7pm) at the first Failsworth and Hollinwood District Partnership of 2012. The meeting starts at 7pm. Visit www.oldham. gov.uk for venue details.



BIRD spotters can join countryside staff and local volunteers for a winter bird walk on Sunday, January 29, at Daisy Nook Country Park, from 10am. For more details call 0161-308 3909.



HELP make Failsworth Carnival’s 50th anniversary year a memorable one by attending the committee meeting on Tuesday, January 31 (7.30pm) at Failsworth School, Brierley Avenue.