Author: Sarah Latcham

The Spellow Hub Library on Walton Road was vandalized over the weekend, resulting in an outpouring of support from individuals and organizations around the country. Councillor Ruth Bennett, Cabinet Member for Finances, Resources and Transformation, expressed her gratitude for the generosity of residents and partners who have provided everything from cash donations to help replace… Continue reading Update: Spellow Hub Library donations

The Action! program run by the Liverpool City Council Film Office has helped more than 400 people start their careers in TV and film. In the first six months, 130 entrants have found paid work, with various roles on productions shot in the Liverpool City Region. 108 people have joined free introductory training courses to… Continue reading An ‘Action!’-packed career boost for new Film Office’s trainees

Liverpool’s Lifestyles centres could be taken over by two external organisations as part of a community asset transfer process. City of Liverpool Gymnastics Foundation has submitted its interest in taking over Park Road Lifestyles, while St Joseph Catholic Multi Academy Trust has put itself forward in relation to Everton Park Lifestyles. Liverpool City Council has… Continue reading Update on the future of two of the city’s Lifestyle Centres

The LCR Pride Foundation is encouraging LGBT+ voices to be heard as it reveals plans for Liverpool’s flagship pride festival weekend in 2024. The charity’s annual theme, “Be Heard,” will be front and center of Pride in Liverpool’s programme set to be held from July 26th to 28th. The proceedings will begin with “Pride Classical,”… Continue reading Full Pride in Liverpool Weekend Programme Revealed

Stanley Park, one of Liverpool’s most well-known parks, will host its first weekly market this summer. The historic Grade II* listed park will see around 50 stalls offering a vast range of items, including crafts, fashion, fresh produce and accessories. A food and drinks area will also be in place for visitors. The market will… Continue reading Summer Market Fun at Stanley Park

Lifestyles Peter Lloyd, a community center that had been shut due to essential repairs, will reopen its doors next week following a £2.2million refurbishment. Existing and potential members are invited to take a look at some of the revamped areas and meet the team on Monday and Tuesday. From Wednesday, members will have access to… Continue reading Lifestyles Peter Lloyd reopens its doors

Liverpool MakeFest, UK’s biggest Maker event, is set to take place at the Liverpool Central Library, showcasing hybrid technology, arts, and craft festival. The event aims to inspire the next generation of creative technologists and artists by engaging Makers from across the UK to publicize and demonstrate their projects. This year, the program will mainly… Continue reading Get your green on for family fun at Central Library

Fans of John Lennon are invited to take part in a treasure hunt across his home town of Liverpool to celebrate the upcoming release of John Lennon Mind Games (The Ultimate Collection). The family-friendly event will take place on July 6th beginning at 9am at Liverpool Town Hall and will offer fans a unique experience… Continue reading Join the John Lennon Treasure Hunt in Liverpool

A trio of UK reggae legends have been cast in a 20-minute film that explores their successful musical careers. The three icons, who are the children of the Windrush generation, have taken their music worldwide. The documentary style film, which was created by Liverpool’s Whispered Tales, shares their interesting stories with audiences. Macka B has… Continue reading Echoes from the Islands

Liverpool’s St George’s Hall is hosting a series of events this summer to celebrate its 170th anniversary. The Grade I-listed building is launching an event series named “It’s Yours!”. The program pays homage to the cultural heritage of Liverpool and features a range of music and comedy performances, as well as new commissions. It also… Continue reading Liverpool’s “civic heart” to celebrate milestonewith special events programme