From fascinating exhibitions at The Lowry to designing your very own garden using 3D computer modelling, February promises to be a fun packed month for city of Salford.
This February Salford offers new and exciting activties for a range of different age groups, such as the Young Muscians Play day for young and aspiring musicans, as well as Over 50s Hill Walks which offers a great day out and a chance to visit some lovely locations.
Shrek The Musical
From now until Saturday 20 February 2016, £23 – £43
Direct from the West End and larger than life, SHREK THE MUSICAL is this year’s must-see show for all the family.
Based on the award-winning DreamWorks animation film, this production features an unlikely hero and his loyal steed donkey with all new songs as well as cult Shrek anthem I’m a Believer.
Sweet Treats at Lark Hill Place
Sunday 7 February 2016, 12:30pm, free
On the first Sunday of every month visit Mr Tomlinson’s Sweet Shop on our atmospheric recreated Victorian street, Lark Hill Place and pick up some sweet treats! No booking required.
Young Musicians Play Day
Saturday 13 February 2016, 9am – 3.30pm, £5 per pupil.
Any young children learning a musical instrument at school with MAPAS are invited to join together with other musicians from across Salford for the Wider Opportunities Play Day!
From musical games and singing to some percussion, there’s something for everyone including the chance for parents/carers to join in with the morning’s icebreaker session.
Digital Art at The Lowry
Now until Sun 28 February, Mon -Sat: 10am – 5pm, Sun: 11am-5pm , free
February is the last chance to see this major exhibition which provides a thought-provoking snapshot of contemporary digital art.
Featuring the work of 16 international artists, Right Here, Right Now looks at how technology affects our lives – through surveillance, artificial intelligence, voyeurism or online dating. No booking required.
Half Term activities at Ordsall Hall!
Sunday, 14 February 2016 – Sunday 21st February, all day during opening hours – Please note the hall is closed on Friday 19th and Saturday 20th February.
Come and enjoy lots of fun activities at Ordsall Hall for families and young children during half term. No booking required
Chamber Music Mondays
Monday 15 February, 5.45pm, free
The BBC Philharmonic has started a classical concert series in the heart of Salford in partnership with the University of Salford, Salford City Council and Salford Community Leisure.
This new season is called Chamber Music Mondays at Peel with concerts taking place monthly on Mondays at 5.45pm at Peel Hall on the University’s Peel Park Campus.
BBC Philharmonic at MediaCityUK
Wednesday 17 February, 6.30pm
Internationally renowned conductor HK Gruber leads the BBC Philharmonic in an evening concert of MacMillan, Stravinsky and Linderberg at MediaCityUK.
The orchestra’s former conductor / Composer in Association, will be joined by its new Composer in Association, Mark Simpson, performing Lindberg’s Clarinet Concerto.
Over 50s Hill Walks
Wednesday, 17 February 2016, 8.30am, £15 per walk
Helly Hansen Watersports Centre
Stay active and get out into the hills with a sociable group of like minded people.
Salford’s over 50s Walking Group allows for a great day out where you can get active whilst enjoying some lovely scenery at locations such as the Peak District, Yorkshire Dales and West Pennine Moors.
Booking required.
Design a Garden
Sunday, 21 February 2016, 10am – 4pm, £95
RHS gold medal winner garden designer, Joan Mulvenna, of Garden Design Manchester leads this course on how to use SketchUp 3D computer modelling software to design gardens.
Book your place which includes tea, coffee and buffet lunch online
Paintings in Close Up
Wednesday, 24 February 2016, 7pm – 8pm, £2
Salford Museum and Art Gallery
As part of a new series of talks we look in detail at a different painting in our collection each time.
This month, Salford Museum and Art Gallery are delighted to show the museum’s ‘Storm Clouds’ by David Bomberg, which is currently not on public display. No booking required.
School and Childhood Embroidery Reminiscence
Monday, 29 February 2016 – 1pm- 4pm, free
Bring your school embroidery and share stories about it with members of the Embroiderers’ Guild who will share your work online. No booking required
