Free Events
LITTLE STEPS SESSION
Colne Library ColneCome along to this regular family session aimed at children aged 2 to 5. It's all about chatting, playing, reading and learning. Each session is focussed on helping every child develop through group play and is a great way for you to have fun with your child while they make new friends. First Tuesday of every month.
LET’S PLAY SCRABBLE
Colne Library ColneScrabble and other traditional board games are enjoying growing popularity in our digital age. Why not come and enjoy a game of Scrabble with good company and a cuppa? Every Tuesday.
FAMILY AND LOCAL HISTORY SESSION
Colne Library ColneIf you're searching for your ancestors and need a little help or advice, we have volunteers available in the library to answer your questions, help you with your family history research and show you family history resources available that we've paid for so you don't have to. Every Wednesday. 10 am – 12 pm. Free.
BABY BOUNCE AND RHYME
Colne Library ColneEnjoy lively sing-along songs, gentle movements, and rhymes with your baby, plus meet and chat with other parents and carers. Suitable for babies up to around 18 months of age, but older pre-school siblings welcome.
GET ONLINE AT YOUR LIBRARY
Colne Library ColneBring your own device or learn on a library computer. Our digital skills sessions will run through a variety of subjects from basic computer skills to shopping online and using health apps from the GP. Sessions will be tailored to suit your needs to make sure you feel comfortable and confident with computers and mobile devices.
STORY TIME
Colne Library ColneA weekly story reading session for pre-school children. All pre-school children and their parents or carers are welcome to join us. We'll be reading from the best and brightest and most funny picture books in the library for your kids to enjoy and to inspire them to find books and reading fun! Every Monday.
WARM AND WELCOME
Brierfield Family Hub Tunstill Square, BrierfieldRunning throughout winter. Pop into one of our Family Hubs and enjoy free brews and toast in a warm, friendly environment. Stay as long as you like. We have books and toys for your little ones and free Wi-Fi.
COMMUNITY CAFÉ
St Bartholomew Church Street, ColneThe church is open as usual, 10 am - 12 noon, with board games. Bring friends along to enjoy the morning.
MENKIND MALE SUPPORT GROUP
Colne Citadel Market Street, ColneJust drop in. 7 pm - 8.30 pm each week.
PLAYGROUP
Holy Trinity Church Hall Tatton Street, ColneBaby and toddler group, free to attend. Donations welcome.
PARK PRIMARY PLAYDAYS
Colne Family Hub Walton Street, ColneBaby and toddler group, free to attend, refreshments available.
NATTERSHACK
Colne Citadel Market Street, ColneCome on in and take a seat. You never know who you may meet! 12 pm – 1.30 pm. Just drop in.
ARTS AND CRAFTS FOR ALL
Colne Citadel Market Street, ColneJust drop in.
ART AND CRAFT GROUP
The Open Door Centre 1 Great George Street, ColneEverything provided. No need to book.
MEN’S DEN
The Open Door Centre 1 Great George Street, ColneThis peer support group is open to men of all ages, regardless of race or disability. It meets from 6 pm to 7.30 pm.
BARNOLDSWICK IN WONDERLAND
Barnoldswick Town Centre BarnoldswickBack by popular demand, a trip down the rabbit hole, to 'Barnoldswick In Wonderland' free family fun event. With markets, entertainment, crafts, Alice's Tea Party, a visit from the Cheshire Cat and Mad Hatter plus lots, lots more.