Local Link

We host a number of local activity groups, community forums and local interest events.

Chadderton Library

Chadderton Wellbeing Centre, Burnley Street, Chadderton
T: 0161 665 2225 E: chadderton.library@oldham.gov.uk

Family history sessions: Every Thursday, 2–3pm

Crompton Library

Farrow Street East, Shaw
T: 01706 842184 E: crompton.library@oldham.gov.uk

Local history group: Thursday 25 February, Thursday 25 March, Thursday 29 April from 7.30–9.30pm

Failsworth Library

Main Street, Failsworth
T: 0161 681 2405 E: failsworth.library@oldham.gov.uk

Digital photography: Every Friday, 9.30–11.30am. Help with downloading images, emailing attachments, memory sticks and more. Please bring your own camera.

Geneology classes: Contact the library for more details.

Knitting group: Contact the library for more details.

Fitton Hill Library

Tree Avenue, Fiton Hill
T: 0161633 2011 E: fittonhill.library@oldham.gov.uk

Genealogy class: Every Monday, 10-30am–12-30pm. Advance booking is essential.

Lees Library Community Hub

Thomas Street, Lees
T: 0161 633 5764 E: lees.library@oldham.gov.uk

Knitting club: Every other Thursday, 2pm. Contact the library for more details.

Local history group: Wednesday 10 March, Wednesday 21 April from 6.30–8pm

Oldham Library and Lifelong Learning Centre

Cultural Quarter, Greaves Street, Oldham
T: 0161 770 8000 E:oldham.library@oldham.gov.uk

Lunchtime talks: Every month at Oldham Library. Each month we’ll have expert advice on an interesting new topic. From ancestry to architecture there’s sure to be something for you to learn and enjoy...

Buildings matters: Thursday 25 March, 1–2pm. Architects from Pringle Richards Sharratt show you how to make a difference to your local built environment.
Writing is good for you: Thursday 15 April, 1–2pm. From stories to poetry this practical session looks at the therapeutic powers of creative writing.
All sessions are free and there’s no need to book in advance. Call 0161 770 8000 for more details.

Business and employment sessions: A series of free sessions taking place in the upstairs reference library…

Job seekers workshop: Friday 26 February, 9.30am–12noon. Positive Steps Oldham have tips on CV writing, interview techniques and completing application forms.
Business with Blue Orchid: Tuesday 2 March, 9.30–11.30am. Get free advice for your small business at this dynamic workshop.
Getting ahead of the game: Tuesday 6 April, 9.30–11.30am. Learn how to use the MINT UK database to generate company reports.
To book your place or find out more call Vickie Varley on 0161 770 8036 or email victoria.varley@oldham.gov.uk

International Mother Language Day: Sunday 21 February, 11.30am–2.30pm. Come and celebrate different languages from around the world. We’ve stories, poetry, music and dance, multimedia displays and a fun