What is happening in the neighbourhood
As we step into 2026 it looks like this year’s getting off to a bright start in our neighbourhood.
There’s lots of things happening over the coming weeks so here’s some information!
* Withington Assist – Over 65’s Winter Event
Thursday 22nd Jan 11am-3pm at Withington Methodist Church.
Free food, informative stalls and entertainment to help keep you feeling well and in control over winter.
Drop in any time, no need to book.
If you live locally and need a lift to attend, give the Withington Assist team a call on 0161 434 9216 and they can organise a volunteer driver or taxi to get you there.
* Ladybarn Community Hub
1. Food Projects:
Vegetarian For Life will be coming to Ladybarn Community Hub on Thursday 22nd January – 11am – 12pm. They will be doing a vegetarian cooking demonstration – showing us some top tips and recipe ideas. To book a place contact ladybarn hub on 07349 376932 / info@ladybarncommunityhub.co.uk<mailto:info@ladybarncommunityhub.co.uk>
Gwafu Vegan will be providing free sustainable and delicious meals for local people on the following dates at Ladybarn Community Hub – 6th Feb 12:30, 20th Feb 12:30, 23rd Feb 6:30pm, 2nd March 6:30pm. To book a place contact ladybarn hub on 07349 376932 / info@ladybarncommunityhub.co.uk<mailto:info@ladybarncommunityhub.co.uk>
2. Cost of Living Fair: Friday 30th January 12:00-3pm at Ladybarn Community Hub.
Get support with cost of living challenges, enjoy a free meal, support for students, bike repairs, swap table, tombola and more! All welcome.
3. Neighbourhood Volunteer Meetup: Thursday 12th February 2:30pm-3:30pm at Ladybarn Community Hub. All local volunteers and volunteering organisations welcome to attend to support one another and share knowledge of what’s happening across the neighbourhood.
* Withington Walls and Mandem Meetup
Community Paint!
Mandem Meetup and Withington Walls are inviting men from in and around Withington to join them for a workshop to help design a street mural which aims to speak to local men about mental health.
Come as you are, no artist experience needed, every man welcome.
Saturday 28th Feb
1pm-3:30pm
Withington Baths, 30 Burton Rd, Withington, Manchester M20 3EB
For more info or for help with transport to get there, shout jamie@mandemmeetup.org
* Drumming Circle for carers and the person they care for (over 18s)
Thursday 12th Feb at 1:45pm. Amani Centre, Moss Lane East, M16 7DG. A free event for un-paid carers, make some music, meet other carers and enjoy some free refreshments. Welfare benefit advisors will also be available to speak to. Contact Paula to book a place – paula@togetherdementiasupport.org<mailto:paula@togetherdementiasupport.org> / 07763 565 160
* Manchester City Council – Have your say on budgets
Have your say on our budget!
At Manchester City Council we want the views of all our communities as we prepare to set our budget for next year. Complete the survey today, or by January 28th 2026.
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