Front Row presents Hunger Games, Wednesday 21st November

Front Row Presents HUNGER GAMES on Wednesday 21st November. Food at 12 noon, film starts at 12.30pm. Heathfield Hall, Heathfield Street (off Briscoe Lane), Newton Heath M40 1LF. For more details or to book call Laura at Zest on 908 8334 / 07834869203 or email l.cassidy@manchester.gov.uk

Christmas Dance and Social Afternoon, St Georges, Collyhurst

Over 55s Afternoon Dance & Social At St George’s Community Centre **Christmas Special** Thursday 13 December 12.30pm – 3.00pm St George’s Community Centre Corner of Livesey Street and Oldham Road, Ancoats Mince Pies, Mulled Wine (non alcoholic) Raffle prizes Cost £2 Booking essential For details or to book contact Diane on 07950 427292 or diane.aronwich@silverservice.org.uk

Front Row - Salmon Fishing in the Yemen Wednesday 7th November

Front Row presents "Salmon Fishing in the Yemen" - a quirky British feel good film, that's had the critics raving! Wednesday 7th November at Heathfield Hall, Newton Heath. Just £1.50 towards refreshments. For more information or to book a place please contact Laura at Zest on 908 8334 / 07834869203 or email l.cassidy@manchester.gov.uk

My Generation Club Night Sunday 21st October

What are you up to this weekend? Have you got a great night out lined up for this Sunday, or are you having another night in with the TV for company? Why not come and join us at Band on the Wall for an evening of Stax and Soul. Live band, great DJs and fantastic company and a very relaxed atmosphere. Tickets available on the door only £4.00. The early evening starts in the Picturehouse bar from 6pm serving great value food and drinks. To pre-book a table for food please click here. (link to Meal Deal Pagehttp://bandonthewall.org/about/hotel-and-meal-deals/) The evening picks up the pace at 7pm when the doors open to the venue keeping the party mood in full swing until midnight. Lauren Housley Band play two sets from 8pm Tickets just £4. Available online or on the door. Also available through Tracey Annette at Valuing Older People (0161 234 3391) The evening is presented by My Generation Social Scene with support from Manchester Cultural Strategy Team, Valuing Older People and the Great Manchester Community Foundation.

Valuing Older People Small Grants - Applications Open

The Valuing Older People team has provided Small Grants to groups and organisations in Manchester since 2005. Previously called the VOP Small Grants Fund, the Fund has been relaunched in 2012 as the Age-friendly Manchester Small Grants Fund, in partnership with Trinity House Community Resource Centre. Applications to the Fund are open to those involved in providing activities which support older people in the City of Manchester. We are particularly keen to hear from projects and groups that are looking to tackle loneliness and isolation. We accept applications from voluntary organisations, community groups and charities. The most important criterion is that the majority of people benefiting from an award must be older people. Two separate grants rounds are held each financial year. Deadlines for grants applications in 2012/13 are: Wednesday 31st October 2012 Sunday 31st March 2013 The Grants Panel will meet shortly after these dates. For further information and application form, please download a Small Grants Pack (link to be added). For any queries, or if you would like to receive a Small Grants Pack through the post, please contact Rebecca Bromley in the VOP team on 0161 234 4049 or email vop@manchester.gov.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

Front Row - Avengers Assemble Wednesday 17th October

Front Row 2012 Wednesday 17th October The Blockbuster event of 2012 has arrived at Front Row! Avengers Assemble brings together all your favourite Marval superheroes in one team effort to save the world! Free food at 12 noon, film starts at 12.30pm Latest movie releases in a warm, friendly environment, meet new people Just £1.50 towards tea and coffee Heathfield Hall, Heathfield Street (off Briscoe Lane), Newton Heath M40 1LF For more details or to book a place please contact Laura Cassidy at Zest on 908 8334 / 07834869203 or email l.cassidy@manchester.gov.uk

Front Row - Midnight in Paris Wednesday 3rd October

Front Row's latest release - MIDNIGHT IN PARIS - a romantic comedy fantasy film written and directed by Woody Allen. Taking place in Paris, the film follows Gil Pender (Owen Wilson), a screenwriter, who travels back in time each night at midnight. Latest movie releases in a warm, friendly environment, meet new people Just £1.50 towards tea and coffee Heathfield Hall, Heathfield Street (off Briscoe Lane), Newton Heath M40 1LF For more details or to book a place please contact Laura Cassidy at Zest on 908 8334 / 07834869203 or email l.cassidy@manchester.gov.uk Free food at 12 noon, film starts at 12.30pm

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!

Fun and Games for the Over 50s in Newton Heath

Fun and Games for Over 50's in Newton Heath! Every Monday from 10 - 11.30am at Heathfield Hall, Heathfield Street, Newton Heath. Come try out the Wii, curling, bowling, darts, card and board games. Meet new people in a warm, friendly environment, tea and toast on offer too! Just £1 towards refreshments. For more details please contact Laura at Zest on 908 8334 / 07834869203 or email l.cassidy@manchester.gov.uk

Social Cafe Miles Platting

Meet new people and try new things at the Social Cafe at Church of the Apostles on Ridgeway Street, Miles Platting. Every Friday in term time from 10 - 11.30am. Tea, toast, coffee and crumpets for sale for a small charge. Different Zest activities provided each week from craft to tai chi, dancing to pampering. Social Café Every Friday in Term Time 10—11.30am Church of the Apostles, Ridgeway Street, Miles Platting M40 7FY For more information please contact Laura Cassidy on 908 8334/ 07834869203 or email l.cassidy@manchester.gov.uk

Are you over 50 and living in Collyhurst or around? Wanting to meet new people, try new things? Then come along to Active Thursdays at Churnet Street. Every fortnight we offer a new activity, refreshments and an opportunity to meet new people. 30th August – Pamper Session 13th September— Seated Tai Chi 27th September Film Show Best Exotic Marigold Hotel 11th October Chair Based Exercise 25th October Film Show - War Horse 8th November Chair Based Exercise 22nd November Pamper Session 6th December Christmas Craft For more details please contact Laura at Zest on 908 8334 / 07834869203 or email l.cassidy@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

Tea Dance - St Georges, Collyhurst 13th September

Get your dancing shoes on for a new Tea Dance for Over 50s at St George's Youth and Community Centre in Collyhurst. Just £1 including a raffle and refreshments. First tea dance is on 13th September from 12.30 - 3pm. For more details please contact Diane Aronwich at Age Concern on 0161 205 3851 or 07950 427292 diane.aronwich@silverservice.org.uk

Front Row - Best Exotic Marigold Hotel

Front Row presents "Best Exotic Marigold Hotel" on Wednesday 18th July. Food from 12 noon, film starts at 12.30pm. £1.50 donation towards food and drinks. To book a place or for more information please contact Laura Cassidy on 908 n8334 / 07834869203 or email l.cassidy@manchester.gov.uk Heathfield Hall,Heathfield Street (off Briscoe Lane), Newton Heath.

Books to Go - Library Delivery Service

Books to Go Books to Go provides a home delivery service for Manchester residents. If you have limited mobility, a visual impairment or any difficulty leaving your home, you are invited to apply to become a Books to Go customer. How does it work? When you join our service you will be asked to give us an idea of what you like to read and our experienced staff will choose books for you according to your preferences. Is there a charge? No, the service is completely free. How often will I receive a delivery? You will receive a delivery every four weeks. What can I borrow? Our central store of over 30,000 items of stock means that we are bound to have what you like to read. We have books in both ordinary and large-print size, talking books and DVDs. How many items can I borrow? You can borrow up to 15 items every 4 weeks. How can I apply for Books to Go? You can complete the form on the website, e-mail the Books to Go team at mobilelibraries@manchester.gov.uk, or call 0161 227 3800. Alternatively you can call your local library who will be able to fill out a form for you over the phone.

Social Cafe June July 2012 Miles Platting

The Social Cafe at Church of the Apostles runs every Friday morning in term time from 10 - 11.30am. The cafe sells tea, toast, coffee and crumpets. Zest provide free health activities such as pampering, dancing, armchair exercise, tai-chi and crafts. For more details please contact Laura Cassidy at Zest on 908 8334 / 07834869203 or email l.cassidy@manchester.gov.uk

Charlestown and Higher Blackley Tea Dances

12th June & 11th September 2012 12.30-3.30pm St John Bosco Church Hall, Charlestown Road 19th April & 2nd August 2012 Higher Blackley Community Centre, Victoria Avenue 1 - 3:45pm £1.50 including hot pot and refreshments ALL WELCOME For More information Phone Zest on 0161 908 2882 Or email zest@manchester.gov.uk

Apprentice Court Knitting Group - Harpurhey

Members meet, chat and knit for premature babies at St Mary's hospital. A great way to meet new people, learn new skills and do something great for charity. Every 2nd Monday of the month. At: Apprentice Court, Caversham Drive, Harpurhey, M9 4JH (Upper Conran Street, opposite LIDL) Buses 77,81,112,113,115,118,145 and 151 stop outside Monday 11th June, Monday 9th July, Monday 13th August, Monday 10th September, Monday 8th October, Monday 12th November, Monday 10th December 2012 DONATIONS OF WOOL OR NEEDLES GRATEFULLY RECEIVED AT APPRENTICE COURT BY CAROL PRIDDING

FREE Seated Tai Chi for older people in Collyhurst

For the next four weeks come along and try Seated Tai Chi at Churnet Street retirement scheme in Collyhurst. Open to all older residents in Collyhurst, not just those who live in Churnet Street. For more details please contact Laura at Zest on 908 2882 / 07834869203 or email l.cassidy@manchester.gov.uk