What’s On In Wrexham: November 16th – November 22nd
The nights are drawing in and the festive season is quickly approaching. However there’s plenty to do in Wrexham over the next seven days that can be enjoyed whatever the weather.
Saturday 16th November
Explore Your Archives: He’s Behind You! Wrexham Pantomimes
As part of the celebration about the Explore Your Archives campaign, Wrexham Archives & Local Studies Service has created a ‘story box’ of photos and documents all about pantomimes in Wrexham, to show people the kinds of things they can discover in their local archive.
Venue: Wrexham County Borough Museum & Archives
Time: Mon – Fri: 10am-5pm; Sat – 10.30am-3pm
Ticket Price: Free
Contact: Wrexham County Borough Museum & Archives on 01978 297480 or email [email protected]
0-Adult 20p Clothes Sale
Parents from local churches will be hosting a Clothes Sale from 0-adults, along with some household items. All items will be 20p. The sale is for community benefit for Wrexham families.
Venue: Hightown Community Centre, Hightown
Time: 10:00am-11.15am
Ticket Price: Free Entry
Contact: Paula Hack on 01978 354150 or email [email protected]
RLWC2013 Quarter- Final, Group A Winner v Group D Winner
The winner of Group A v Winner Group D. It’s the chance to experience the excitement of Rugby League World Cup 2013 right here on your doorstep in Wrexham at the quarter-final match being held at Glyndwr Racecourse Stadium during this high profile tournament. This will be your last chance to see the RWLC in Wrexham, so grab it while you can.
Venue: Glyndwr Racecourse Stadium
Time: Kick off is 1:00pm
Ticket Price: From £10 for adults and £5 for concessions
Contact: Rugby League World Cup 2013 on 0844 847 2013. Advanced booking is required.
Ticket Booking Website: https://www.eticketing.co.uk/rlwc/details/event.aspx?itemref=9408&utm_source=rlwc&utm_medium=ticket&utm_campaign=do (external link)
Sunday 17th November
Christmas Craft and Artisan Fair
Christmas craft and artisan fair come along to buy that homemade and unusual Christmas gift. All welcome.
Venue: RAFA Club, Ruthin Road, Wrexham
Time: 2:00pm – 6:00pm
Ticket Price: Free
Contact: Pauline Norgrove on 07504991694 or email [email protected]
Monday 18th November
Wrexham Tenants Service Improvement Group (Empty Property & Voids)
Any Wrexham tenants who are interested in improving the quality of Housing Services can be part of a small group of tenants and officers looking at service standards and performance. Each meeting last no more than a couple of hours and transport can be arranged. This is event is suitable for 18+
Venue: Meeting Room 2, Housing Services, Ruthin Road, Wrexham LL13 7TU
Time: 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Ticket Price: Free
Contact: Mike Schirwing on 01978 315509 or email [email protected]
Ticket Booking Website: https://www.wrexham.gov.uk/english/council/Housing/tenant_participation/index.htm (external link)
Tuesday 19th November
Wrexham Tenants Service Improvement Group (Sheltered/SupportedHousing)
Wrexham Tenants interested in improving the quality of Housing Services can be part of a small group of tenants and officers looking at service standards and performance. Each meeting last no more than a couple of hours and transport can be arranged. This is event is suitable for 18+
Venue: Glan Aber Sheltered Scheme
Time: 2:00pm – 4:00pm
Ticket Price: Free
Contact: Mike Schirwing on 01978 315509 or email [email protected]
Wednesday 20th November
Junior Boxercise
Take part in a 45 minute work out for all abilities in this new, fun-filled exercise at Queensway Stadium. This is event is suitable for those aged between 8-15 years old.
Venue: Queensway Stadium
Time: 4:30pm – 5:15pm (8-11 yrs); 5:30pm – 6:15pm (12-15 yrs)
Ticket Price: £2.90 (discount with PURE Card)
Contact: Junior Boxercise on 01978 355826 or email [email protected]
Thursday 21st November
Wrexham Christmas Lights Switch On 2013
It’s that time of year again when the people of Wrexham embrace the festivities at the Christmas light switch on. This year the cast of Glyndwr’s University’s ‘Sleeping Beauty’ pantomime will be in attendance to switch the Christmas lights on and entertain the crowds. Along with a set from musician KAMEELION and The MayDays. Thursday 21st also marks the start of late night shopping in the town, so it’s an ideal evening to head out hunting for some Christmas gifts.
This year the event is being organised in coordination with The Foundry, Wrexham.com and Lateral Arc.
Venue: Queen’s Square, Wrexham
Time: 5.15pm, switch on 7.00pm
Ticket Price: Free
Contact: David Gray on 01978 345220 or email [email protected]
Christmas Fayre
Find that extra special Christmas gift for your friends and family at our Christmas Fayre… Local crafts, cider, jewellery, cakes, chocolates, wooden toys, cards, winter clothing, ceramics, local produce and more Refreshments & raffle in aid of Bwlchgwyn Playgroup For the kids – Santa’s Grotto , lucky dip, wishing tree & Xmas Crafts
Venue: Bwlchgwyn Community Centre
Time: 5:30pm – 8:30pm
Ticket Price: £1
Contact: Bwlchgwyn Playgroup on or email [email protected]
Folk: The Role of Tradition in Contemporary Art Practice
Led by Desdemona McCannon , Senior Lecturer Art History and Contextual Studies at MMU & Yadzia Williams, Senior Lecturer in Design Communication at Glyndwr University. This exciting event will coincide with the Oriel Wrecsam exhibitions, ‘The wolves are running’ and ‘and Also’, and will examine the way ‘lore’ is illustrated and the link between documenting folk art and using it in creative practice.
Venue: Oriel Wrecsam, Wrexham Library
Time: 10:30am – 4:30pm
Ticket Price: £10
Contact: Nicky Prosser/ Laura Wooding on 01978 292093 or email [email protected] (advanced booking is required)
European Week Of Waste Reduction
The 18th to the 24th November 2013 is European Week of Waste Reduction. To celebrate, the Waste Strategy Team will be in Marks & Spencer, Wrexham to answer any questions, give advice and also tips on how to minimise your waste. FREE recycling equipment will also be available from the team for use with the Recycle with Michael scheme.
Venue: Marks & Spencers, Eagles Meadow, Wrexham
Time: 10:00am – 4:00pm
Ticket Price: N/A
Contact: Laura Millington on 01978 729745 or email [email protected]
Friday 22nd November
Swinging 60’s Disco Night
Calling all you Mods & Rockers and Hippie loving Flower Power People. We’ve got a 60’s Disco. 3 Course Meal and Disco (Entertainer John Durham) Fancy Dress Welcomed. Prize for best dressed to be won. This is event is suitable for 18+
Venue: Holt Lodge Hotel
Time: 7:30pm
Ticket Price: £25
Contact: Donna Jones on 01978 661 002 or email [email protected]
Make a Difference Extravaganza Concert
The evening will be an extravaganza of music, singing and dancing through 150 years depicting many of the key events during the period including World War 1 and 2, Gresford Disaster, the creation of local Health and Educational establishments etc along with sketches and other pieces reflecting everyday life. Our theme will be how organisations provide helping hands to MAD-make a difference in the lives of others.
Venue: William Aston Hall, Glyndwr University
Time: 7:00pm
Ticket Price: Free
Contact: Kate Davies on 01978 312556 or email [email protected]
Ticket Booking Website: http://avow.org/news/make-difference-extravaganza-concert/ (external link)
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