Location, Location, Location.
Free conference and exhibition for parents about where to give birth in Stockport and the High Peak.
Saturday 27th March 2010 12.30 - 4pm at the Pinewood Education Centre, Stepping Hill Hospital, Stockport SK2 7JE
Click here for more details, ring 0161 419 5531, or text 07917 613 289.
You need to provide your name, phone number, email or postal address.
'Humble Boy' at the Brookdale Theatre, Bramhall
This week Brookdale Theatre in Bramhall are proud to present their production of 'Humble Boy'.
Performances are from Wednesday 10th to Saturday 13th March at 7.45pm
Call the box office on 0161 439 0505,
or click here for details.
New Year, New You with Spire Regency Hospital
Spire Regency Hospital are hosting an open evening at The Wizard in Alderley Edge next Wednesday 17th March.
Experts are on hand to discuss body & facial cosmetic surgery procedures,
& free mini consultations are available.
To book your place call 01625 505 412, or click here for more information.
The Full Monty at Romiley Forum Theatre
The Academy Award nominated story of 6 unemployed steelworkers is back!
Don't miss 'The Full Monty' at Romiley Forum Theatre from 24th - 27th March.
Call 0870 787 5780 to book, or click here for tickets.
Cinema Pick - Alice In Wonderland
It's the latest epic 3D fantasy adventure from Tim Burton.
Johnny Depp, Anne Hathaway & Helena Bonham Carter star in this magical, imaginative twist to the classic story.
Prepare to see the White Rabbit, Tweedledee & Tweedledum, the Cheshire Cat & the Mad Hatter as you've never seen them before!
Alice In Wonderland is now showing at your local cinema.
Click here for all the latest movie releases.
Support Lynn's Bowel Cancer Campaign in the Great Manchester Run
Help 'Lynn's Bowel Cancer Campaign' & run in the Great Manchester Run on May 16th.
Charity places are still available - click here for details.
‘MAM I’M ‘ERE!’ at Altrincham Garrick Playhouse
ABBA spoof musical 'MAM I'M ‘ERE!' is coming to Altrincham Garrick Playhouse in June.
The search is on for performers to take part in this hilarious, 70s-based romantic, musical comedy which features all of ABBA's greatest hits!
Auditions are held at the beginning of March -
for details email think@communicadocreative.com,
or call Siobhan Thornbury on 01925 755590.
To book tickets for the show in June, call the Garrick Box Office on 0161 928 1677, or email boxoffice@altrinchamgarrick.co.uk
Katherine Jenkins at the MEN
The world's biggest classical crossover artist, Welsh Soprano & 'Pop Star to Opera Star' mentor Katherine Jenkins returns to the MEN Arena on Friday 12th March.
Call the ticket hotline on 0844 847 8000, or click here for details.
Fundraising Night at the Apethorn pub, Hyde
There's a special 70s & 80s music fundraising night at the Apethorn pub on Knott Lane, Gee Cross in Hyde on Saturday 13th March.
There'll be a live band, disco, buffet & lots more, with all funds in aid of Nkhombwa fp School, Rumphi in Malawi.
For details email kerrie_marie2002@yahoo.co.uk, or call Patrick on 07855 874 310.
Jimmy Carr at Stockport Plaza
Catch sharp tongued comedian Jimmy Carr at Stockport Plaza on Saturday 13th March.
Click here to book, or call the box office on 0161 477 7779.
Local Band Night at The Swan Inn, New Mills
There's a special night of live music featuring local bands at The Swan Inn, New Town, New Mills on Saturday 13th March.
For details call Dave Jones on 07973 981 804.
Cinema Pick - Valentine's Day
This new romantic comedy features an all-star cast including Anne Hathaway, Jamie Foxx, Jessica Alba, Julia Roberts,
Ashton Kutcher & Shirley MacLaine.
Set in LA, a series of love stories intertwine as Valentine's Day approaches.
Valentine's Day is showing now at your local cinema.
The X Factor Live 2010 at the MEN
It's 'The X Factor Live 2010' at the MEN on Saturday 13th & Sunday 14th March.
There's classic songs & all the favourites from the record-breaking TV series performed by winner Joe McElderry, plus Olly Murs, Lucie Jones, Stacey Soloman, & of course not forgetting Jedward!
Call the booking hotline on 0844 847 8000, or click here for tickets.
Ronan Keating at Manchester Apollo
Perfect for Mothers' Day, don't miss Ronan Keating at the Manchester Apollo on Sunday 14th March.
Call 0870 401 8000 for tickets, or click here to contact the box office.
'Oliver!' at Stockport Plaza
Romiley Operatic Society are proud to present 'Oliver!' at Stockport Plaza from 16th - 20th March.
Click here to book, or call the box office on 0161 477 7779.
Viva Broadway at the Palace Theatre
Featuring West End & TV stars Sam Kane & Linda Lusardi,
it's 'Viva Broadway'.
All the best Broadway hits from the wonderful musicals we all love to sing along to, at the Palace Theatre on Thursday 18th March.
Call the box office on 0844 847 2275, or click here for tickets.
Black Tie & Diamond Ball for Harley
There's a special Black Tie & Diamond Ball in aid of The Harley Slack Fund at Manchester's Midland Hotel on Saturday 20th March.
This unforgettable night consists of a champagne reception, luxurious 3 course dinner, amazing auction & they'll be some cracking entertainment too!
Click here for details, or email at info@harleyslack.com to book tickets.
'Scrooge' the Musical at New Mills Art Theatre
New Mills Amateur & District Operatic & Dramatic Society are proud to present ‘Scrooge' later this year at New Mills Art Theatre.
Casting is already underway! There's a get together with the production team on Monday 22nd March at 7.30pm if you're interested, & auditions take place in April.
For details call 01298 25750, or click here for more on New Mills Art Theatre.
Cinema Pick - Leap Year
This new romantic comedy follows one woman as she attempts to finally marry her perfect guy.
When after 4 years, her boyfriend Jeremy still hasn't proposed, Amy decides to make the most of the leap year tradition & ask him herself!
Catch Leap Year at your local cinema.
Click here for a run down of all this week's new movie releases.
Charity Abseil for Francis House
Sunday 28th March is your chance to abseil from the North Stand of the 'Theatre of Dreams', Manchester United's
Old Trafford ground!
Proceeds go to Francis House Childrens' Hospice,
plus anyone who raises £250 or more goes into a draw to win a pair of Edwin Van der Sar's boots signed by the man himself!
Places are strictly limited - to register call the Fundraising Office on
0161 443 2200, or email at kate.puc@francishouse.org.uk
Beverley Knight at The Lowry
One of the best soul voices in the business, the multi award winning Beverley Knight makes a welcome return to The Lowry on Easter Monday 5th April.
Click here to book online, or contact the box office on 0843 208 6000.
TORVILL & DEAN’S DANCING ON ICE 2010 UK TOUR
After wowing more than 750,000 people across the country, skating legends Jayne Torvill & Christopher Dean are headlining the 4th UK tour of Dancing on Ice, leading an all-star celebrity line-up in 2010.
Tickets are on sale for the MEN Arena 22nd - 25th April.
Click here to book, or call the box office on 0844 847 8000.
Gala Dinner Dance in aid of 'Help For Heroes'
There's a special Gala Dinner Dance on Saturday 15th May at the Oaklands Hotel, Northwich in aid of 'Help For Heroes'.
On the night there'll be a 3 course meal, entertainment, prize draw plus auction, & tickets are now on sale.
For details email karenlvickers@hotmail.com, or call the Oaklands Hotel on 01606 853 249.
'Annie' at Our Lady's Memorial Hall, Shaw Heath
The local Amateur Operatic Society are looking for new members to assist with their production of the musical 'Annie' between 12th - 15th May.
Rehearsals are every Wednesday from 8pm at Our Lady's Memorial Hall, Shaw Heath.
If you'd like to know more call Tony on 0161 456 7199,
or click here for details.
The Caterpillar does the Manchester 10k!
25 Stockport Firefighters are taking part in this year's Manchester 10k run with a difference!
On Sunday 16th May dressed as a giant caterpillar they're aiming to raise as much as possible for local charity 'When You Wish Upon A Star'.
Click here for sponsorship details, or see facebook for more.
'It’s a Knockout' Challenge at the Cheadle Festival
This year's 89th annual Cheadle Festival sees a welcome return of the Together Trust 'It's a Knockout' Challenge.
Run by the original touring version of the legendary BBC TV show, this summer's event promises to be sillier, messier & more competitive than ever before!
To help the Together Trust & enter your team for Saturday 5th June,
click here for a registration form, or call 0161 283 4883.
Alternatively email at fundraising@togethertrust.org.uk, or click here for details.
Cinema Pick - Avatar
Ten years in the making, it's the long awaited new movie from ‘Titanic' director James Cameron.
An ex-Marine finds himself in an alien war-zone as an 'Avatar' - a human mind in an alien body.
The fight is now on for the survival of both himself & the planet's inhabitants.
See 'Avatar' at your local cinema.