Invasive Species Walk, Rochdale Canal, Newton Heath

Thursday December 6th 1 pm A look into the who, what, where and when of invasive species, what effects they can have on our wildlife and what we can do to prevent problems. Please contact : Rhys on : 0161 223 1155 or rhys.wynne@canalrivertrust.org.uk

Free Tai Chi at Ashbury Meadow Children's Centre, Beswick

Try Tai Chi 6 week taster Every Wednesday 10—11am 14th November—19th December Ashbury Meadows Childrens Centre Tai Chi Can— Improve range of motion and flexibility Improve balance and co-ordination Strengthen joints, bone density and muscles Boost energy and enhance immune system Reduce stress, anxiety and depression Provide mental and physical stimulation Ever wondered what it’s all about—come and give it a try! For more details please contact Ashbury Meadows Childrens Centre on 0161 219 6634. Ashbury Meadow Children’s Centre Rylance Street, Beswick M11 3NA FREE CRECHE AVAILABLE To book contact Ashbury Meadows Childrens Centre.

Preparation for Refereeing Course

Being a qualified referee requires a person to be physically fit, reliable and be able to handle people, sometimes in stressful situations. In other words it requires a person to have a set of skills which are easily transferred into a range of jobs. Furthermore referees are much in demand and can earn regular cash at weekends. The FC United Preparation for Refereeing course is an intensive 6 week course to get people ready for the FA Basic Refereeing Course so they will pass it easily. Normally the FA course costs £150 but FC United will pay this fee for anybody who completes one of our Preparation for Refereeing Courses. FC United are starting two courses in November, one at the Factory Youth Zone and one at the Northenden Campus of Manchester College. The course runs from Monday 5th November to Friday 16th December. There is a session every day Monday to Friday from 9am to 12 noon. Each session includes some gym work and some football sessions with FC Utd coaches. To register for the course contact Robin Pye on 0161 273 8950 / 07704122602 or email robinpye@fc-utd.co.uk

Tea Dance at St Georges, Collyhurst

St Georges Tea Dance and Afternoon Social at St George's Youth and Community Centre. Second Thursday of the month. 8th November and 13th December. For more details or to book a place please contact Diane at Age Concern, Miles Platting on 07950 427292 or diane.aronwich@silverservice.org.uk

Make and Take - Free Gift Making Workshops in Collyhurst

Christmas is coming and this year save some cash and make something a little more personal at our craft workshops. Come to one or come to all. Meet new people, learn new skills and warm up with a brew! All sessions 11am—1pm at Church of the Saviours, Eggington Street (off Rochdale Road), Collyhurst M40 7RN For more details please contact Laura at Zest on 908 8334 / 07834864203 or email l.cassidy@manchester.gov.uk 16th October—Sewing and Embroidering Lavender Hearts 27th November— Jewellery Making 11th December—Pop Up Cards and Gift Boxes