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A poetry night open to all to read and/or enjoy - Informal and supportive atmosphere

Doors 7pm for a 7.30 start. Double A-Side with Tony Kinsella & Gordon Zola. Two brand new shows from two of Bard Company’s finest. Tony Kinsella declares his undying passion for US 60s pop icons The Shangri-Las, with musical support from Charlotte Mary. And Gordon Zola presents the “Wheelie Bin Years,” with Nat Clare, Chris Kehoe, Eve Nortley and Grant Curnow. Jefferama comperes the inevitable mayhem. Free event. Collection for homeless charities

The Weekend starts here. Join Steve for an informal evening of singing, playinh and maybe some poetry.

Bolton CND and Stop The War campaigns will be laying a wreath of white poppies at the ceremony in the Town Hall Square on Sunday. The tradition of laying a wreath of white poppies was started by some years ago by WW2 veteran and peace campaigner Bertie Lewis, who fought for many years for the right to do this in the official remembrance ceremony. It has become an important local tradition that is not replicated in many other places. Anyone who wishes to bear witness to the wreath laying should meet at Cook's in the square at 10.30. White poppies will also be available, price 50p.

The Armistice Tour Featuring Joe Solo & Rebecca Findlay plus The Crows of Albion
Two shows to commemorate the centenary of the Armistice.  No ordinary 'celebration' of the Great War but songs with first person portraits of the trenches that pull no punches, and a reminder that a hundred years on, the promise of a “land fit for heroes” remains unfulfilled.
Free entry. Donations in support of homeless welcome

Liverpool singer songwriter Alun, composer of “I Want Rosa to Stay,” “My Name is Desi Warren” and other contemporary anthems, discusses his musical and political influences. A long time champion of worker’s rights, his music reflects his political passions and deep sense of humanity. Julia asks the questions and cues the music.
Free event.

Richard Wilkinson, Chief Executive of Bolton Citizen’s Advice Bureau, discusses how the impact of government legislation leaves increasing numbers of people locked out of even basic safety net welfare. Includes a contribution from a victim of the Windrush scandal who lost his income and very nearly his home as a result of Theresa May’s “hostile environment.”
Free event

Weʼre raising £900 to help fund an inscribed memorial bench in memory of Denis Pye at the Clarion Teahouse in Roughlee, Lancs

Please copy the link below into your browser and go to the Just Giving page to make your donation.

https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/denis-pye

Monthly meet-up for the local poetry and spoken word group. A very informal and supportive atmosphere, and open to all. NW legends Jefferama and Gordon Zola lead proceedings.
£1 plus raffle