Welcome to this week’s roundup of community events, activities and local groups taking place across Sefton. Whether you fancy getting creative, spending time in nature or helping little ones discover a love of books, there is plenty happening across the borough this week:
Monday 9 November: Knit and Natter
Where: Formby Library, 15 Duke Street, Formby, L37 4AN
When: 12:30pm – 2:30pm
Cost: Free admission
Details: Bring along your knitting, crochet or craft project and enjoy a relaxed afternoon with fellow crafters. The group welcomes all abilities and provides a friendly opportunity to learn new skills, share ideas and meet local people.
Booking: Free drop-in session; no advance booking required.
Tuesday 10 November: ARTIST ROOMS Gilbert & George – Exhibition
Where: The Atkinson, Lord Street, Southport, PR8 1DB
When: Monday – Saturday. 10am – 4pm
Cost: Free admission
Details: This ARTIST ROOMS exhibition brings the work of the Turner-Prize winning pair to audiences in the North-West for the first time in over 30 years.
Booking: Free entry; no advance booking required.
Wednesday 11 November: Wellbeing Café
Where: Lunt Meadows Nature Reserve Learning Centre, Lunt Road, Thornton, L29 8YA
When: 10:00am – 2:00pm
Cost: Free to attend (parking charges apply)
Details: Run in partnership with Sunshine Tearooms and Lancashire Wildlife Trust, the Wellbeing Café offers crafts, talks, knitting, games and social activities inspired by the surrounding nature reserve. Free food is provided and everyone is welcome.
Booking: Free drop-in session; no advance booking required.
Thursday 12 November: Story & Rhyme Time
Where: Cornerstone Community Library, Churchtown
When: 10:15am – 11:00am
Cost: Free admission – reserve via link below.
Details: A fun and engaging session of stories, songs and rhymes for pre-school children and their parents or carers. These popular events help develop early literacy skills while providing a welcoming space for local families.
Booking: Free but please book your space in advance at: Eventbrite
Friday 13 November: The Man Who Fell To Earth | 50th Anniversary
Booking: Tickets can be booked directly online via the Plaza Community Cinema Website or purchased at the box office.
Where: Plaza Community Cinema, 13 Crosby Road North, Waterloo (L22 0LD)
When: 7.20pm
Cost: £5.90 adults / £4.90 children and concessions (Booking fees apply online)
Details: Thomas Jerome Newton is an alien who has come to Earth in search of water to save his home planet. Aided by lawyer Oliver Farnsworth, Thomas uses his knowledge of advanced technology to create profitable inventions. While developing a method to transport water, Thomas meets Mary-Lou, a quiet hotel clerk, and begins to fall in love with her. Just as he is ready to leave Earth, Thomas is intercepted by the U.S. government, and his entire plan is threatened. Being shown tonight at 7.20pm to celebrate the 50th Anniversary.