Here is a list of Manchester Cares free Social Clubs for people aged 65 and over. All events are hosted by younger people in their 20s and 30s who want to meet you and hear your stories. 
Each event is free and refreshments will be provided. For some of the social clubs Manchester Cares can offer transport for people who would otherwise be unable to attend. This has been indicated below on each club, to arrange transport contact Lauren on 0161 207 0800.
Monday 7 January, 6.30pm-8pm: Desert Island Discs – Ancoats
Victoria Square, Oldham Road, Ancoats, M4 5DX
Bus routes: 24, 74, 76, 83, 114, 180, 181, 182, 184, X84
Like the radio show of its namesake, come and share a song and why it’s meaningful to you. This month the theme is First Records Bought.
Thursday 10 January, 2pm-3.30pm: Coffee and Quiz – Hulme
Cornbrook Medical Practice, 63 Booth St W, Manchester M15 6PR
Bus routes: 53, 85, 86, 250, 733
A fun quiz, coffee and cake. Teams will be formed on arrival – just bring yourself and your
competitive edge!
Tuesday 15 January, 6pm-8.30pm: Film Night – Miles Platting
Butler Court, Gunson Street, Miles Platting, M40 7UW
Bus routes: 24, 83, 114, 180, 181, 182, 184, 726
Join Manchester Cares for a film, some popcorn and a catch up. Call Lauren to book your place and find out which new film will be shown.
Thursday 17 January, 5.30pm-7.30pm: Dance Club: A Ceilidh! – Miles Platting/Collyhurst (transport can be provided)
St George’s Youth and Community Centre, Livesey Street, Collyhurst, M4 5HF
Bus routes: 24, 83, 114, 180, 181, 182, 184, 726
Each month the dance club will have a different theme and dancing style – this month there will be a Burns Night theme – a Scottish celebration complete with a ceilidh! No experience needed, and if you’d prefer to just come and soak up the atmosphere – that’s fine too! There is some transport available for those who would otherwise be unable to attend.
Friday 25 January, 10am-12pm: Business Visit – Salford (transport can be provided)
FASTSIGNS, Unit 2, Dakota South, Salford, M50 2PU
Join Manchester Cares for a look into the world of signage. See the process from choosing materials, through design and production. They'll even put you to work, making some signs to take away with you! You can learn about the wide range of signage that can be found in all different environments and meet the team who design, make and install them. There is
some transport available for those who would otherwise be unable to attend.
Saturday 26 January, 12pm-2pm: New Year Get Together – Levenshulme
Levenshulme Inspire Centre, 747 Stockport Rd, Manchester M19 3AR
Bus routes: 168, 171, 191, 192, 197
Join Manchester Cares for some wholesome food, good company and take-home techniques for wellbeing, peace of mind and happiness J. Manchester Cares will be joined by Sonder Radio – who will teach you how to create a podcast to share your top wellness tips too!
Monday 28 January, 1pm-3pm: Cooking Club – Hulme (transport can be provided)
Aquarius Community Centre, 21 Eden Cl, Hulme, Manchester M15 6AX
Bus routes: 85, 86, 44, 101, 102, 103
Join younger neighbours to cook up some tasty treats in the kitchen. The theme of this month is Afternoon Tea – try your hand at cake and biscuit decorating and stay for a cup of tea! All materials will be provided but dietary requirements should be provided in advance. There is some transport available for those who would otherwise be unable to attend.
Tuesday 29 January, 5-7pm: Pub Quiz – Ancoats
Crown and Kettle, 2 Oldham Rd, Manchester M4 5FE
Bus routes: 24, 74, 76, 83, 180, 181, 182, 184, 216, 217, 231, X84 or a short walk from Piccadilly Gardens
Join Manchester Cares for their popular pub quiz. Teams will be formed on arrival – just bring yourselves and your competitive edge.
For further information and to book on to any of these activities, contact Lauren on 0161 207 0800.