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.

Free Craft Sessions in North Manchester

Two new sessions in North Manchester for anyone who wants bto get a bit crafty! Want to make Jewellery for gifts or a beautiful scrapbook or family album? Start a craft business or just keep knitting? Every Monday starting Mon 8th Oct 10am – 12.30pm for 9 weeks Avenue Library Victoria Ave, Blackley (next to new Tesco) 0161 219 2393 Wednesdays starting Wed 10th Oct 10–12.30pm for 9 weeks Crumpsall Library Crescent Rd, Crumpsall 0161 227 3777 For more info contact Alison on 0161 227 3782 Absolute beginners or experienced knitters – all welcome

Whitebeck Court Cafe Open to all

Did you know that Whitebeck Courts Eric Hobin Cafe is open to all? With winter on it's way there is a whole new menu to come and try and enjoy! Brand new also is a Loyalty Card - Buy five brews and get your sixth free! Come and try today!

Cheetham Park Picnic

Join us for a lovely afternoon – Sunday 30 September 2012, 1.00 – 4.00 Bring the kids, your friends, a picnic, blankets or folding chairs We want to talk to you about your park! We will supply FREE juice, fruit, fairy cakes and games for the kids. If it rains - we will stay dry in the bandstand! Contact Ross for more information – or just turn up Neighbourhood Engagement Officer, North Manchester SRF.Community and Cultural Services,Neighbourhood Services. Telephone: 07760 328273 or 0161 227 3779. Email: r.mcguigan@manchester.gov.uk

Church of the Saviours Collyhurst - Social Cafe

Social Coffee Morning With Activities Church of The Saviours, Eggington Street, Collyhurst Weekly Tuesdays 11—1pm OPEN TO ALL Upcoming Zest Activities:- 18th September—Pamper Session 2nd October – Make It and Take It—Craft Session 16th October Craft Session 13th November – Pampering 27th November – Christmas Crafts 11th December—Christmas Crafts For more information please contact Laura Cassidy on 908 8334/ 07834869203 or email l.cassidy@manchester.gov.uk Donations welcome for refreshments.

Healthy Eating Level 2 Course - Higher Blackley Community Centre

Learn more about healthy eating including the EatWell Plate, food labelling, different food needs for different people, additives and preservatives and more in this FREE accrediated course. Thursday 13th September – Thursday 25th October 9.30 – 12.30am Higher Blackley Community Centre, Victoria Avenue, Higher Blackley, M9 0RA For more information or to book your place call Rose at Zest on 07971331539 or 0161 655 7822 or r.boyd@manchester.gov.uk

Free Tai Chi Taster - Newton Heath Canal Festival

Try something new with a Free taster of Tai Chi at Newton Heath library on Tuesday 21st August from 10.30 - 11.30am. Not sure what it is, always fancied having a go but weren't sure where to start? Come along!! If you like it we have regular free classes all over North Manchester which you can go along to, you have nothing to lose! For more information please contact Laura at Zest on 908 8334 or email l.cassidy@manchester.gov.uk

Free Tai Chi Sessions at Ancoats Clinic

Free Tai Chi classes held at Ancoats Clinic on Old Mill Street, Ancoats. Every Friday from 1 - 2.30pm. All welcome, suitable for beginners. For more information please contact Laura at Zest on 908 8334 / 07834869203 or email l.cassidy@manchester.gov.uk

Free Bat Walk in Miles Platting

Waterways Trust and Adactus are running a FREE Bat Walk on Thursday 3rd May from 8.30 - 10.30pm. Join their resident bat expert on this evening walk and learn more about the wonderful world of bats. Meet in the car park of the Navigation Inn, Bourdon St (off Holland St), Miles Platting. Please contact Rhys Wynne from The Waterways Trust on 0161 223 1155 for further details.