Join us for this month's Stretford Socials on Saturday 4th May, where we're launching our community initiative to name the new square in the heart of the town centre. Don't miss out on the opportunity to contribute to the future of your town centre!
'Naming the Square' arts and craft station | 12:00 - 14:00 | Bon Marche
Put your 'Naming the Square' thinking hat on and step into our art and craft station where you can pick up a colouring sheet and design your perfect town square. Then, why not give it a name that reflects your vision and share your ideas with us?
*suitable for all ages
Through the Lens Film Club: Taster Sessions | 14:00 - 16:00 | Bon Marche
Join Through the Lens Film Club, a club dedicated to inspiring young filmmakers in television and film skills from acting in front of camera to directing and producing to screenwriting and editing.
Their free taster session consisting of 2 30 minute workshops will be exploring themes of 'What Stretford means to me'. Whether that's it's inspiring heritage, a strong community or our vibrant culture, get hands-on experience with professional filming equipment and enjoy life in the lime light!
For the taster session, the film camera will be set up and participants will work in pairs to film a scene in front of the camera.
To book the free session please contact: lilythroughalens@gmail.com
Workshop times:
Workshop 1 - 14:00 - 14:30
Workshop 2 -14:45 - 15:15
Workshop 3 - 15:30 - 16:00
*for ages 7+
Development Updates:
But that's not all – our development team will also be present at the socials, eager to speak with the community. Pop over to the development corner (by the Chester Road entrance) for a chat about all the hard work going on behind the scenes to rejuvenate King Street and how we're planning to work with you, the community, to name our new town square.
Join us for a day of creativity, local artisan treats and community engagement. See you there!
The Stretford Socials are back and this time we're teaming up with The Big Draw Festival, the world’s largest celebration of drawing! Join us in Stretford town centre for a fun-filled, free event that showcases how drawing can boost confidence, spark creativity, and improve well-being, communication and engagement.
An immersive screening of the iconic British film, Bend It Like Beckham is coming to Stretford town centre as part of Stretford’s Summer of Sport events programme. Taking place on Saturday 14th September from 4PM - late, the screening is being held in collaboration with create events collective Girl Gang Manchester, who have also curated an evening of activities that will run in conjunction with the screening.
The Stretford Socials are back on Saturday 7th September 12-4pm with a 'Back to School' special. Head to the town centre for our usual stellar line-up of local makers, bakers and community groups, as well as free creative activities for families. Bring the Summer holidays to a close and celebrate the return to school in the heart of the town centre.