ST Paul’s Musical Theatre Company’s production of 9to5 The Musical will be staged at the Gladstone Theatre in Port Sunlight from this Thursday to Saturday (October 9-11).
Described as ‘a riotous and empowering journey’ the show follows three women — Violet, Doralee and Judy — as they take on their ‘arrogant and sexist boss’. With music and lyrics by Dolly Parton and script by Patricia Resnick, the show is described on the Gladstone Theatre’s website as a ‘sparkling musical comedy will have you dancing all your way home’ and ‘Bursting with laugh-out-loud moments.’ Tickets are from the Gladstone Theatre website .
Sit fit
CHAIR-base exercise for health and fitness classes are held on Thursday afternoons from 1.30pm to 2.30pm at Christ Church Community Centre, Christ Church on Kings Road in Higher Bebington. They are suitable for all abilities and include a relaxation session at the end. For further details and to book a place contact Heather on 07925076914.
Quiz night
A fun quiz and bingo night will be held at St Alban’s Parish Hall in Wallasey on Saturday, November 1, starting at 7pm. Admission is £5 on the door. Bring your own drinks and nibbles. Proceeds in aid of St Alban’s Lourdes Group.
Big band
FREDDIE Smith’s Big Band plays at The British Legion in Higher Bebington CH63 8QS every Wednesday from 8.15pm until 10.30pm. All welcome.
Far East POW talk
MEG Parkes will give an illustrated talk entitled VJ 80th Anniversary – Far East POW and the Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine at Upton Library this Wednesday (October 8), at 2.30pm.
Meg explained: “As thousands of British Far East POW survivors returned in late 1945 to homes scattered across the north of England, many were suffering from a range of tropical illnesses.
“Some sought the help of doctors at the Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine (LSTM). The School continued to care for these men until the late 1990’s with veterans and doctors forming a unique medical and scientific collaboration.
“This resulted in several significant medical research studies over the years that informed both tropical and military medical knowledge.
“In the talk I highlight the inspirational work done in captivity by medical officers and orderlies and the skilled craftsmen among the POW who, working closely together, strived to keep men alive in appalling conditions. “It is a remarkable history of extraordinary medical ingenuity as evidenced in the secret documentary artwork done during captivity that medical historians at LSTM have researched over the past 15 years.”
There is no charge to attend the talk but donations can be made to the Royal British Legion’s Poppy Appeal. Places must be booked via wirrallibraries.eventbrite.co.uk
Stress management
A one-hour workshop entitled “Beneath the noise: self-compassion for stressed minds”, will be held on October 25 at Hoylake Parade Community Centre from 2-3pm. Run by Jo Jury, a clinical psychologist and Cath, an occupational therapist, it will be a chance ‘to learn evidence-based stress management skills in a calm compassionate environment’. For details and tickets, contact Jo by email: [email protected] .
Badminton
A long-established Badminton Club in West Kirby is looking for new members. It meets every Tuesday at Westbourne Hall Community Centre on Westbourne Road in West Kirby from 8-9pm. Contact Ian on 07710536953, or [email protected]
Cast members from St Paul’s Musical Theatre Company’s production of 9to5 The Musical,(Image: Brian Berry)
Tai chi
Tai Chi with Jacqui, Yang style takes takes place every Wednesday from 1-2pm at Heswall British Legion on Pensby Road in Heswsall and Thursday from 5.30 – 6.30pm at Westbourne Hall on Westbourne Road in West Kirby. Details from Jacqui on 07870515758.
Model yachts
WIRRAL Model Boat Club is looking for more members. It sails radio controlled model Yachts on Ashton Park Lake in West Kirby on Friday Mornings at 10am, and races its Victoria class boats until midday.
It also meets at Hoylake Social Club, Trinity Road, Hoylake, every third Wednesday of the month. If you are interested in joining, call John on 07929176561 or Steve on 07432537045.
Join bowlers
PRENTON bowling club is looking for new members. The club is open every afternoon from 1.30pm to 4.30pm except Sundays. Novices are welcome and the club is not affiliated with any leagues.
The club is located on Prenton Road West in Prenton, behind the tennis courts. For more details contact [email protected]
Meditation
A ‘mindful meditation’ class takes place every Tuesday from 11.30am to 12.30pm at Calm Village studio, Irby. For details contact Ali on [email protected] or 07875 147637.
Ladies bowling
LISCARD Ladies Bowling Club meet on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons at Central Park in Liscard and is looking for new members. If you are interested, call Barbara on 0151 630 2812 for more details.
Join the ladies
HESWALL Ladies Bowling Club’s new season starts at the end of this month. It meets every Tuesday and Thursday afternoon from 1.15 to 3.30pm on Heswall green, by Heswall Hall, weather permitting. No experience necessary.
It only plays friendly games, not league games. For details, contact Joyce Rossington at [email protected]
Prom bowls
WEST Kirby Prom Bowls Club is looking for more members, men and women.
A spokesperson for the club said: “It may be just what you need for exercising in company with friendly folk. We don’t play in a league (or when it’s raining). Never played before? No problem… just book your place at one of our tuition sessions. For details, please ring 0151 625 5158.”
Ladies club
HARLEQUIN Ladies Club meet on Wednesdays at New Brighton Cricket and Bowls Club on Rake Lane (2pm). Activities include guest speakers and social get-togethers. Admission is £3. Details from Pam on 0151 638 2258.
Dance classes
DANCE classes for all ages are taking place on Wirral at The Arabesque School of Dance. Beginners welcome. To book a free trial class call Karen on 0151 651 0401 or email [email protected]
Rock ‘n’ roll
CHESHIRE Cats rock ‘n’ roll fundraising nights are on Wednesdays (7.30-11pm) at Poulton Victoria Club on Poulton Bridge Road, Wallasey. All in aid of local sick children. Admission £1.50.
Get creative
ART classes are at Newton Village Hall on Monday (2.30-4.30pm and 7-9pm) and Wednesday (10am to noon). Details, [email protected] or 0151 678 0834.
Piano bar
THERE is live piano music at the Mess Cafe at Fort Perch Rock, New Brighton on Thursdays (7pm). The Fort Sessions – a night of live acoustic guitar and singers – are on Fridays (7pm).
