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Prestwich Festival will take place for the first time in 2009. It is intended to be an annual four week calendar of events running from 17 May to 21 June. The festival will provide the opportunity to showcase as many events as possible during a four week period and will build on its success year on year, similar to existing events like Prestwich Clough and Prestwich Carnvial.

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Prestwich Festival Events 2009

17 MAY : PRESTWICH CLOUGH DAY
12.00 - 17.00 : St. Mary’s Flower Park, Bury New Road
A day of Country Crafts, music and children’s activities with falconry displays, circus skills, and refreshments, in fact with over 50 stalls and activities there’s guaranteed to be something for all the family.
www.prestwichclough.co.uk
Phone: 0161 253 7667.

17 MAY - 21 JUNE : ‘PRESTWICH AT PRAYER’ EXHIBITION
The Heritage Museum, Prestwich Library (1st Floor)
A fascinating exhibition celebrating the diversity of religions within the Prestwich Community. Browse local history displays including photographs, artefacts and information reflecting the wide range of places of worship and religious belief in the area.
Phone: 0161 253 7214.

17 MAY - 21 JUNE : FESTIVAL PIZZA
Croma Restaurant, The Radius, Longfield Centre
Croma’s Festival Pizza is available daily from 17 May - 21 June for only £6.95.
Phone: 0161 798 7666.

19 MAY : OVER 50’S GENTLE KEEP FIT CLASS
10.00 - 12.00 : The Longfield Suite
½ price voucher (see booklet above).
Phone: 0161 253 7227.

20 MAY : FIVE STARS DESIGNER EXCHANGE
Five Stars Appeal Charity Shops, 446a Bury New Road
Every Wednesday during the festival you are invited to donate your designer clothing and for every 3 items donated, 1 can be swapped for something already on the rails. (All donations will be checked for authenticity and quality, and those entitled to the exchange will receive something that is of equal fashion value).
Phone: 0161 798 8895.

20 MAY : WEDNESDAY NIGHT FESTIVAL DINNER
Fetish for Food, Bury New Road
Every Wednesday night throughout Prestwich Festival.
Phone: 07714 844 657.

20 MAY : BAND NIGHT - local band Morannon
19.30 : The Church Inn, Church Lane
Phone: 0161 798 6727.

21 MAY : ARCHERY
18.00 - 19.30 : Phoenix Centre
Every Thursday evening during the Festival for 11 - 19 year olds.
Phone: 0161 253 7239.

23 MAY : DOMINO CHALLENGE
10.00 - 22.00 : Creative Living Centre (behind TGI Friday’s), Bury New Road
Family Domino Fun Day. 10am-5pm (most stalls), Dominoes and raffles until 10pm. Games of dominoes, Beat the Goalie, Roll A Penny, Bouncy Castle, Tombola and much more. Come along and enjoy a game of dominoes to help us achieve our 12 hour marathon. Money raised goes to essential funds for the Centre which supports people with mental and emotional distress.
Phone: 0161 772 3796.

24 MAY : FARMERS MARKET
9.30 - 14.30 : Longfield Shopping Centre
The Farmers Market offers high quality, locally sourced produce. Plus: giant free raffle, squeaky the clown, children’s fairground rides, stilt walker, town cryer and bag piper.

27 MAY : FIVE STARS DESIGNER EXCHANGE
Five Stars Appeal Charity Shops, 446a Bury New Road
Every Wednesday during the festival you are invited to donate your designer clothing and for every 3 items donated, 1 can be swapped for something already on the rails. (All donations will be checked for authenticity and quality, and those entitled to the exchange will receive something that is of equal fashion value).
Phone: 0161 798 8895.

27 MAY : WEDNESDAY NIGHT FESTIVAL DINNER
Fetish for Food, Bury New Road
Every Wednesday night throughout Prestwich Festival.
Phone: 07714 844 657.

27 MAY : PLAY SESSION FOR THE UNDER 5’s
10.30 - 12.00 : Prestwich Library
Drop in session with toys and rhymes.
Phone: 0161 253 7218.

27 MAY : DR BIKE SESSION - FREE MOT FOR YOUR BIKE
13.00 - 16.00 : The Phoenix Centre, St. Mary’s Park
Two CYTECH Technicians from the National Cycling Academy (NCA) will fix your bike for FREE. Bury Police will also attend to security mark cycles free of charge and offer advice about cycle locks.
Phone: 0161 773 9566.

27 MAY : TEA DANCE
13.30 - 16.00 : The Longfield Suite
Tea Dance with Alan or Neil at the organ. Cup of Tea included, dance or listen. ½ price voucher (see back of booklet).
Phone: 0161 253 7227.

27 MAY : BAND NIGHT - local folk band Redmayne
19.30 : The Church Inn, Church Lane
Phone: 0161 798 6727

28 MAY : LIVE MUSIC NIGHT
18.00 - 20.00 : Phoenix Centre
Local bands, plus coffee.
Phone: 0161 253 7239.

29 MAY : DANCE TALENT EXTRAVAGANZA
14.30 - 15.00 : St Andrew’s Church, Woodward Road
Celebrate the talent of local children. Can’t make it? See us perform again on Carnival Day! Organised by Butterstile Children’s Centre. Reserve your free ticket.
Phone: 0161 253 7900.

30 MAY : ART EXHIBITION
10.00 - 16.00 : St. Margaret’s Church
Art Exhibition by Prestwich Arts Society. Refreshments available.
Phone: 0161 773 2698.

30 MAY - 13 JUNE : SHANGRI LA! PRESENTS ‘PRODUCTIVITY’ ART EXHIBITION
(vacant unit), Longfield Shopping Centre
The unit will be open each Saturday from 12pm for free public viewings, followed by a ticket-only gallery event from 4pm, featuring live acoustic music, spoken word and DJ along with wine, beers and canapés. Proceeds will go to the Genesis breast cancer charity. Tickets available from www.theshangrila.co.uk, email cabaret@theshangrila.co.uk

31 MAY : PENTECOST PRAISE
15.00 : The Temple, Heaton Park
An outdoor service with the Music Group from St. Margaret’s, Prestwich organised by “Churches Together in Prestwich and Kersall”.
www.stmargaretschurch.net

2 JUNE : CONCERT BY ECCLES COLLEGE
19.30 : St. Margaret’s Church
Eccles College community choir, directed by Angela Rowley, will perform a selection of pieces some of which the audience are invited to join in.

2 JUNE : SOCIAL DANCE
12.00 - 16.00: The Longfield Suite
Dance tuition and social dance with Ray and Dave K. Entrance £5 with the programme.
Phone: 0161 253 7227.

3 JUNE - 20 JUNE : FIVE STARS DOODLES
Slattery’s, Bury New Road, Whitefield
A silent auction will be on display at Slattery’s Dining Room with doodles done by our celebrity patrons and ambassadors. Winners will be announced on 22 June.
Phone: 0161 798 8895
www.fivestarsappeal.co.uk

3 JUNE : CONCERT BY ST. MARGARET’S CHURCH MUSIC GROUP
19.30 : St. Margaret’s Church
Listen to the delightful performances by St. Margaret’s Music Group with solos, duets, choral items, and instrumental music pieces. Plus sketches from the Young People at St. Margaret’s, and a few “novelty” items.

3 JUNE : FIVE STARS DESIGNER EXCHANGE
Five Stars Appeal Charity Shops, 446a Bury New Road
Every Wednesday during the festival you are invited to donate your designer clothing and for every 3 items donated, 1 can be swapped for something already on the rails. (All donations will be checked for authenticity and quality, and those entitled to the exchange will receive something that is of equal fashion value).
Phone: 0161 798 8895.

3 JUNE : WEDNESDAY NIGHT FESTIVAL DINNER
Fetish for Food, Bury New Road
Every Wednesday night throughout Prestwich Festival.
Phone: 07714 844 657.

4 JUNE : FREE ARCHERY
18.00 - 19.30 : Phoenix Centre
Every Thursday evening during the Festival for 11 - 19 year olds.
Phone: 0161 253 7239.

4 JUNE : OPEN MIC NIGHT
19.30 : The Church Inn, Church Lane
Please note this is not Karaoke.
Phone: 0161 798 6727.

5 JUNE : LIFE’S AMAZING, SO LIVE IT! - OVER 50’S EVENT
10.30 - 12.30 : The Longfield Centre
Join us for a get together just for the ‘Over 50’s’ to celebrate how fantastic life can be. Our local organist will welcome you! Why not come and discover just what activities are available, enjoy some light refreshments, listen to St Monica’s school choir and try a spot of line dancing. Guest speakers include Ivan Lewis MP.
Phone: 0161 773 5500.

7 JUNE : CAR BOOT
10.00 : St Mary’s Park
Festival car boot with Prestwich Lions. 8.00 for stallholders and 10.00 for general public.

10 JUNE : FIVE STARS DESIGNER EXCHANGE
Five Stars Appeal Charity Shops, 446a Bury New Road
Every Wednesday during the festival you are invited to donate your designer clothing and for every 3 items donated, 1 can be swapped for something already on the rails. (All donations will be checked for authenticity and quality, and those entitled to the exchange will receive something that is of equal fashion value).
Phone: 0161 798 8895.

10 JUNE : WEDNESDAY NIGHT FESTIVAL DINNER
Fetish for Food, Bury New Road
Every Wednesday night throughout Prestwich Festival.
Phone: 07714 844 657.

11 JUNE : PRESTWICH HAS JUNIOR TALENT
18.00 : St. Mary’s Park
Variety and talent show for individuals, pairs and groups attending Prestwich Junior Schools. Finalists will perform before a panel of industry professionals who will decide the overall winner. Organised by Prestwich Arts College and Parrenthorn High School.
Phone: 0161 772 4405.

11 JUNE : FREE ARCHERY
18.00 - 19.30 : Phoenix Centre
Every Thursday evening during the Festival for 11 - 19 year olds.
Phone: Kerry 0161 253 7239.

12 JUNE : OVER 50’S NIGHT
19.30 : Prestwich Conservative Club Church Lane
Dancing, sing-a-long and stand up Bingo. We have also engaged a singer Mr. Jeff Spencer. The club opens from 7.30 pm until midnight. Entrance fee to non members is £2.00 payable on the night.
Phone: 0161 773 1976.

12 JUNE : REAL2REEL CINEMA PRESENTS MILK (15)
20.00 : The Carlton Club, 279 Bury Old Road
Starring Sean Penn, James Franco, Emile Hirsch. Adult £4, Concession £3. Tickets are available on the door. Licensed bar available.

12 JUNE : ‘THE LADYBIRDS’ PLAY BY PADOS
20.00 - 11.00 : PADOS Theatre, St. Mary’s Road
Prestwich Amateur Dramatic Group (PADOS) presents ‘The Ladybirds’. A topical comedy play with an all-female cast. Doors open 7.30pm, play commences at 8pm (bar closes 11pm). £1.00 entrance fee.
Phone: 0161 776 4510.

13 JUNE : PRESTWICH CRICKET, TENNIS & BOWLING CLUB OPEN DAY
12.00 - 18.00 : Prestwich Cricket Club
Local derby - Cricket First Eleven v rivals Stand C.C. Free admission, match programme and use of the clubhouse facilities. Plus an opportunity to try out both the bowling and tennis facilities and fun activities for the children. BBQ. www.pctbc.com

14 JUNE : THE STURDY BEGGERS - TRADITIONAL IRISH MUSIC
17.00 - 19.00 : St Margaret’s Tavern
Live Music Night. Free admission.

17 JUNE : FIVE STARS DESIGNER EXCHANGE
Five Stars Appeal Charity Shops, 446a Bury New Road
Every Wednesday during the festival you are invited to donate your designer clothing and for every 3 items donated, 1 can be swapped for something already on the rails. (All donations will be checked for authenticity and quality, and those entitled to the exchange will receive something that is of equal fashion value).
Phone: 0161 798 8895.

17 JUNE : WEDNESDAY NIGHT FESTIVAL DINNER
Fetish for Food
Every Wednesday night throughout Prestwich Festival.
Phone: 07714 844 657.

18 JUNE : FREE ARCHERY
18.00 - 19.30 : Phoenix Centre
Every Thursday evening during the Festival for 11 - 19 year olds.
Phone: 0161 253 7239.

18 JUNE : FESTIVAL MUSIC NIGHT
19.00 - 22.00 : The Longfield Suite
A wonderful night of music with the “Bury Music Service Band” plus the “Affetside Choir” and to round off the evening, in grand style “Besses o’ th’ Barn brass band. Tickets £3-00 or 50p off with this programme, available from the Longfield Suite, or the three groups
performing.
Phone: 0161 253 7227.

19 JUNE : FRIDAY NIGHT SOCIAL - SHANGRI LA!
20.00 : Shangri La!, Carlton Club, Bury Old Road
Live music from Prestwich local Dave Sharp, guitarist with ‘80s band ‘The Alarm’, John Entwistle’s new band ‘Antistar’ and Verne Griffiths kicks off with standup comedy. DJ Chilliman plays classics from Pink Floyd to Pixies to Peaches. Cheap bar, quiz, raffle. £5. www.theshangrila.co.uk

20 JUNE : FOOTBALL TOURNAMENT
9.00 - 16.00 : St. Mary’s Park
Organised by F.C. United of Manchester, with soccer skills for all the family *plus all the fun of the Fair.

21 JUNE : PRESTWICH CARNIVAL GRAND PARADE
13.00 start
Concluding the Festival with our famous parade, cars, queens and majorettes. Parade arrives in the park at 2.30pm with 6 arenas including showcase with local talent and famous artists tributes. The Skate Zone, Circus Skills, Cycle Arena and Majorettes and Court of Queens, The Stalls Village, The Fair and Bouncy Castles, fun for all the Family.

How can I get involved?
If you would like to stage an event in Prestwich during Prestwich Festival month (17 May to 21 June) or can offer your support either by supporting the organising team or sponsoring events, we want to hear from you.

Contact

David Curtis
Prestwich Festival Organiser
Phone: 07875 596 713
Email: d-curtis@sky.com

Carran O’Grady
Prestwich Local Area Partnership Manager
Phone: 0161 253 7245
Email: prestwichregeneration@bury.gov.uk