Our guide to what you can do in and around Oldham this weekend

Babes in the Wood – Fri 26 & Sat 27, The Grange Arts Centre, 7.30pm

Holocaust Memorial Services, Healthwatch Forum, theatre productions, Motown night, Go Wild nature day for children, Lego stop motion animation workshop, Mum2Mum market sale, live bands and code a drone workshop - lots to do around Oldham. 

• Events happening all weekend

Babes in the Wood – Fri 26 & Sat 27, The Grange Arts Centre, 7.30pm
Join Robin Hood as he searches for the Babes who have been kidnapped by the evil Sheriff of Nottingham.
http://www.oldhamtimes.co.uk/events/51665/ 

The Farndale Murder Mystery – Sat 27 & Sun 28, Millgate Arts Centre, 7.30pm
Every drama group has experienced the horrors of what can go wrong on opening night, and the ladies of the F.A.H.E.T.G. Dramatic Society are no different, with the possible exception that almost everything that could happen does!
http://www.oldhamtimes.co.uk/events/50683/

• Friday 26 January

The Greatest Hits of Motown: How Sweet It Is – Oldham Coliseum Theatre, 7.30pm
This stunning 100% live show combines first class music together with slick choreography, and an amazing band.
http://www.oldhamtimes.co.uk/events/50682/ 

Healthwatch Oldham Forum – Oldham Leisure Centre, 9.30am – 1pm
This event will follow three speakers focusing on the topics of mental health experiences, living with Cancer and Reiki.
http://www.oldhamtimes.co.uk/events/51983/

DJ Dave Sweetmore presents Indie Rock n Roll Night! – Whittles Oldham, 9pm – 2am
If you like your pub gigs – this is the place for you!
http://www.oldhamtimes.co.uk/events/52864/

For a full list of Friday’s events see the Oldham Times Events Diary
http://www.oldhamtimes.co.uk/events/search?searchvalue=26-01-2018&searchtype=date

• Saturday 27 January

Holocaust Memorial Day to be marked locally – Uppermill Square, 2pm
Saddleworth Peace Group will be holding its annual vigil to mark Holocaust Memorial Day. The event will start in Uppermill Square and will continue in the Methodist Church coffee lounge with readings and light refreshments.
http://www.oldhamtimes.co.uk/events/51743/ 

Holocaust Memorial Day Service – Crompton War Memorial, service commencing at 9.30am
This is a time for people to pause and remember the millions who lost their lives, or whose lives have been changed, during the Holocaust and subsequent genocides.
http://www.oldhamtimes.co.uk/events/52816/

Go Wild! – Gallery Oldham, 1pm – 3pm
Explore the seasonal surprises that nature brings and have fun with a mix of science, nature and creativity.
http://www.oldhamtimes.co.uk/events/50315/

Live Band: Snakesplay – Whittles Oldham, 9pm – 12am
Free entry and everyone welcome to come along and join in!
http://www.oldhamtimes.co.uk/events/52865/

Mother’s Ruin – Oldham Coliseum Theatre, 8pm
Manchester's much-loved Queer performance night joins us for an evening of outrageous hilarity.
http://www.oldhamtimes.co.uk/events/50699/

For a full list of Saturday’s events see the Oldham Times Events Diary
http://www.oldhamtimes.co.uk/events/search?searchvalue=27-01-2018&searchtype=date 

• Sunday 28 January

Lego Stop Motion Animation Workshop – Hack Oldham, 1pm – 3pm

During this fun filled activity, the participants learn how to bring Lego characters to life and create their own short films. Participants learn the process of planning, building, shooting, editing and publishing their stop motion movies.
http://www.oldhamtimes.co.uk/events/51965/ 

Mum2Mum Market Nearly New Sale – Oldham Academy North Sports Centre, 1pm – 3pm

If you're looking to clear your house of your old toys after Christmas, book a stall with us and sell to other local families. You can sell any of your preloved, high quality items for children aged 0-6 years.
http://www.oldhamtimes.co.uk/events/51365/

Off the Rails: Daliso Chaponda Work in Progress – The Royal George, 7.30pm – 10pm

Daliso Chaponda certainly won the hearts of the nation when he got through to the finals of Britain’s Got Talent this summer. His comedic abilities come as no surprise to local comedy aficionados though as he’s been a regular at Off the Rails for well over ten years.
http://www.oldhamtimes.co.uk/events/52863/

Code a Drone Workshop – Hack Oldham, 10am -1pm

During the activity, the participants learn how to code a mini-drone to take off, fly, turn, do stunts and land safely. They are then given a range of challenges that put these new skills to the test.
http://www.oldhamtimes.co.uk/events/51964/

The Legendary Jam Session – Whittles Oldham, 6pm – 9pm

Hosted by August this week.
http://www.oldhamtimes.co.uk/events/52866/

For a full list of Sunday’s events see the Oldham Times Events Diary http://www.oldhamtimes.co.uk/events/search?searchvalue=28-01-2018&searchtype=date

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