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

Health Awareness Day, Falinge Park 5K Run, Puppet Show, Cichlid Society Auction, Cake Bake, The Whiskey Shivers, Craft Fair & Art Sessions, Summer Concerts & Fun Days, Garden Celebration and CALM Fundraiser - lots to do around the borough this weekend.

• Friday 3 August

Cake Bake Sale – Littleborough Library, 10am – 3pm

We are helping to raise money for the Guide Dogs Organisation with cakes, bakes and a prize draw.

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/56246/

Summer Fun: The Three Little Pig Puppet Show – Middleton Shopping Centre, 11.30am, 1pm & 3pm

Chris has been performing puppet shows for all ages of children for over 30 years and not only is a first-class puppeteer, he also is a highly talented puppet maker.

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/56303/

Health Awareness Day – Springhill Hospice, 12pm – 3pm

Heritage Healthcare Rochdale are inviting local people to meet healthcare services, charities and professionals and find out what support is available in the community.

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/56299/

Lego Club – Middleton Library, 4pm – 5pm

Build your own Lego creations in these themed Lego club sessions aimed at 5-12 year olds and their parents/carers.

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/53323/

Live Music: The Whiskey Shiskers – The Flying Horse, 8pm – 1.30am

Official feel good warm up with free entry! This band landed a role in ‘Pitch Perfect 3’ and were voted number 1 country/bluegrass band in Austin, Texas this year!

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/55816/

Live Band: AC/DC UK – Empire Rochdale, 6pm – 4am

All the AC/DC gimmicks are brought out to whip the crowd into a frenzy!

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/54706/

For a full list of Friday’s events see the Rochdale Online Events Diary

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/search?searchvalue=03-08-2018&searchtype=date

• Saturday 4 August

Shawclough FC recruiting players – Falinge High School, 10.30am – 12pm

Shawclough FC are recruiting Under 7's & Under 8's players to play in the Sunday league.

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/56468/

Make Art! Summer Saturday Sessions – Touchstones Rochdale, 11am – 2pm

Join an artist-led drop-in workshop to make your own crafty creations.

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/54262/

Wheatsheaf Craft Fair – Wheatsheaf Craft Centre, 11am – 4pm

A number of local crafters will be selling a variety of unusual and special gifts, with personalised and unique items on sale.

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/55830/

Summer Fun Days in Middleton Gardens – Middleton Gardens, 11am – 2pm

Summer Fun Days return this year and includes a 'play' sand pit, sandcastle building competitions, Punch and Judy shows, a magician and face painting.

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/56328/

AM Elite Cheer and Dance Open Day – AM Elite HQ, 11am – 2pm

New venue hosting classes for ages 4+ years in Cheerleading, Pom Dance, Lyrical, Hip-Hop, Technique and Tumble.

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/56453/

Live Music: Noddy’s Puncture – Rochdale Ukranian Club

A tribute to Emerson Lake & Palmer.

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/55914/

Live Band: The Phonics – Empire Rochdale, 6pm – 4am

The UK's premier Stereophonics tribute band.

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/55810/

For a full list of Saturday’s events see the Rochdale Online Events Diary

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/search?searchvalue=04-08-2018&searchtype=date

• Sunday 5 August

Fire Service Museum Monthly Open Day – Greater Manchester Fire Service Museum, 10am – 4pm

Fire museum attractions will be on show including our collection of historic firefighting artefacts from the 18th century to present day.

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/54215/

Springhill Hospice Summer Garden Celebration – Springhill Hospice, 11am – 3pm

A family fun day out to see the award-winning gardens in full bloom, whilst enjoying family activities, games, stalls, cakes and even face painting.

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/56277/

Falinge Park 5K Run – Falinge Park, 11am – 4pm

We will have 3 courses available - a standard 5K, an obstacle run and a Fun Run for families.

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/53822/

Ellenroad Enginehouse Open Day – Ellenroad Steam Museum, 11am – 4pm

This months event is with Northwest Meccano Guild.

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/52754/

Greater Manchester Cichlid Society Auction – Littlborough Conservative Club, auction starts 1.15pm

Catfish and dry goods. All lots to be pre-booked from 12pm – 1pm.

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/54116/

CALM Fundraiser – Littleborough Cricket Club, 12pm – 4pm

Including lots of different stalls for you to look at as well as face painting, a bouncy castle and a horse and cart ride.

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/56238/

Friends of Hare Hill Park Summer Concert – Hare Hill Park, 3pm – 5pm

This time we have the Diggle B Band joining us, for all to enjoy.

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/55940/

Queen’s Park Car Boot Sale – Queen’s Park, 11.30am – 3pm

No need to pre-book, just turn up on the day at 11.30am.

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/54466/

Bowlee Car Boot Sale and Collectors Market – Bowlee Community Park, 6.15am – 1.30pm

If it's time for a de-clutter you can easily offload your unwanted possessions in exchange for cash, or explore and bag yourself a bargain.

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/52903/

Falinge Park Car Boot Sale – Falinge Park, 9am – 1pm

Gates open 9am for set up - no booking necessary. Price is £12 for cars and £15 for vans.

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/54986/

Sunday Night at the Flyer – The Flying Horse Hotel, 8pm – 1.30am

Playing tunes, having a laugh and singing karaoke every Sunday since 1997.

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/56311/

For a full list of Sunday’s events see the Rochdale Online Events Diary

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/search?searchvalue=05-08-2018&searchtype=date

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http://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/submit