An opportunity to kickstart your journey into Ireland’s rich linguistic heritage.
This session will introduce you to the Irish language, explain a little bit about its origins and history, and provide you with a few words and phrases ‘as Gaeilge’ (in Irish). No previous knowledge of the Irish language is required.
The session will be facilitated by Dr Eoghan Ahern of the Institute of Irish Studies and is presented in partnership with the University of Liverpool.
ABCL1 24 Newington, L1 4ED
6pm Thursday 2nd – 6pm Sunday 5th Oct 2025: 72 hour Interactive Collage Experience & art exhibition
8pm – Late Saturday 4th Oct 2025: ABCL1 closing event with; Art, music, video art & performance. Headline DJ @11pm. Nibbles & mxers provided BYOB
Since Covid ABCL1 has operated more as a private members club than a public gallery space. As our members moved on to bigger and better things we are putting on one last extravaganza over the first weekend in October. Artist Matt Kilp will be finishing his site specific collage installation & exhibiting some of his other work alongside the work of previous ABC members and other local artists. This show will run for 72h only & will be open to all souls around the clock, so you can come whenever suits you. On the final evening (Sat 4th) there will be an open bar with mixers and nibbles (byob) live music, performance and video art. If you would prefer a more relaxed experience feel free to come at any other time. We are operating an open door policy. Just come inside and up the stairs.
Contact: Matt Kilp jesuisgino@gmail.com for additional information
Slowdown Sundays returns to Lark Lane with affordable autumn wardrobes, live music, and more.
Where: Lark Lane Old Police Station
When: 21st September 2025, 11:00–15:00
Affordable pre-loved fashion pop-up Slowdown Sundays is back Sunday 21st September in Lark Lane, for one day only (and entry is free!). With emphasis on autumn and winter wear, you can get a full wardrobe refresh without the Vinted fees!
Organisers Life in Colour UK and Zero Fashion UK created Slowdown Sundays with three clear aims: building a slow fashion community whilst making fashion affordable to all and reducing the environmental impact of fast fashion. Buyers will be helping reduce the staggering 92 million tonnes of textile waste each year and the resulting 10% contribution to global greenhouse gas emissions.
Following the success of the July pop-up, and high demand for a return, Lark Lane Old Police Station visitors can expect:
Up to 30 personally curated stalls with fashion for all bodies
Live music from the Penny Lane Jazz
Mindful textile crafts
A chance to try circus skills with Sarah Han Creatives
A chance to win a personalised colour analysis with any purchase
One July visitor wrote in: “It was so relaxed and easy to look around compared to regular shops. I felt brave and tried on pieces I wouldn’t have and left with 4 items I love for less than £30 (shoutout to my new favourite Levi’s for £5)!”
‘We can’t wait to build on the success of the first event and help even more people find joy and creativity in pre-loved treasures’ say organisers Life in Colour and Zero Fashion UK
Entry is free, and no booking is required.
Follow the journey on Instagram: @lifeincolouruk
John Mitchel’s GAA Club, in partnership with LivIrishFest, hosts this unique event at Liverpool’s only dedicated GAA pitch.
Past players from the club battle it out with visiting teams from Ireland in a not-to-be-missed morning of everyone’s favourite sport. Come along for a great day of football, fun, and catching up with friends old and new. Everyone welcome – players, supporters, families and friends.
This is an outdoor event in October. Please come along with waterproofs and/or sun cream as needed and be ready to get muddy and/or grass-stained!
Make Time For Love is a programme of free activities to celebrate the creativity that exists in the Wavertree and Picton neighbourhoods as part of Culture Liverpool’s Creative Neighbourhoods programme.
The programme celebrates love for families, neighbours, community, and friends. It is the finale of a 2-year programme called Picton Play with communities in L15, and a project by arts organisation Metal, with artists YARA + DAVINA, commissioned by Culture Liverpool, Liverpool City Council. On Saturday 20th September:
Make Time For Love is a programme of free activities to celebrate the creativity that exists in the Wavertree and Picton neighbourhoods as part of Culture Liverpool’s Creative Neighbourhoods programme. The programme celebrates love for families, neighbours, community, and friends.
It is the finale of a 2-year programme called Picton Play with communities in L15, and a project by arts organisation Metal, with artists YARA + DAVINA, commissioned by Culture Liverpool, Liverpool City Council.
Get involved throughout the week:
Clock Installation, 20 – 28 September, Wavertree Town Hall
Four bespoke clock faces will be on display this week on the outside of Wavertree Town Hall, making statements on love and the passing of time.
“The ghosts of Sarah Pooley and James Picton still keep time – they slow it down at bus stops, run it backwards in junk shops, speed it up at home.” Sophie Herxheimer, excerpt from WIN WIN from the newly published Stories, Mystery, and Love.
The clocks have been created by YARA + DAVINA in collaboration with Asylum Link, Capeesh, Damien John Kelly House, and Love Wavertree, through workshops, which began in the summer of 2025.
Archival Display, 20 – 28 September, Times vary*, Wavertree Library
Architect Sir James Picton designed many iconic Liverpool buildings including Liverpool’s Corn Exchange, and was instrumental in the establishment of public libraries, including Wavertree Library. Over the course of his many travels, Picton often sent letters to his wife, Sarah Pooley. Join us at Wavertree Library to see archival material written by the son of James Picton and Sarah Pooley sharing insight into their relationship and love for each other, alongside a curated selection of books on the theme of love.
Make Time For Love rug, 20 September – ongoing, Times vary*, Wavertree Library,
YARA + DAVINA have created a rug for the children’s area of Wavertree Library, inspired by workshops with the local community, which celebrates Picton and Wavertree’s history. The rug will be on permanent display from 20 September.
*Monday/Tuesday – 10:00 – 18:00, Thursday 10:00 – 17:00, Saturday – 10:00 – 16:00. Closed over lunch (13:00 – 14:00)
Read-a-long and book discussion, 22, 23 September at 14:00 and 27 September at 11:00, Wavertree Library
Join them for a chance to read together and share thoughts on the newly published book Stories, Mystery, and Love which have been shared with all households in the L15 postcode.
Lessons on Love: drop-in lunchtime community story sharing, 23 and 25 September
Invited local people will share stories of how they have fostered love in their lives and for their area. Speakers are:
Daily love mantra, 21 – 28 September, 11:00, Wavertree Town Hall,
Meet at Wavertree Town Hall to hear a love mantra of the day shared by a Make Time For Love facilitator. This event will occur at 11:00 every day, Sunday 21st – Sunday 28th (inclusive). Pick up a badge at the Love Wavertree Community Shop, 20 – 28 September, 10am – 2pm (except Monday)*
In collaboration with Love Wavertree staff and volunteers, artists YARA + DAVINA have designed 500 special edition Make Time For Love enamel pins to encourage people to chat about the love they have for their community and Wavertree High Street. Grab one in exchange for a donation, or any purchase from the shop. * Love Wavertree relies on volunteers and cannot always guarantee that they will be open at these times Make Time For Love floral tribute, 20 – 28 September, Occasions Florist
See the completed floral tribute spelling out Make Time For Love, made during the Rose Garden workshops. Pop by any time for a look through the window.
Soundwalk, ECHOES app, 20 September – ongoing
Inspired by the stories we tell each other that tie us to where we live, by Sara Wolff. The Soundwalk can be listened to through ECHOES; a free app where you can listen to music, field recordings and spoken word in specific locations gathered from around the neighbourhood. Curated playlist, 20 – 28 September
Audiences will also have the chance to listen to the playlist of love songs in businesses along the High Street curated by Capeesh, Damien John Kelly House, and Love Wavertree.
Fancy having a go at Gaelic football? This event is open to all age groups whether keen Gaelic Footballers or total newbies!
To kickstart the event, coaches will be there to welcome everyone, offering a great opportunity to find out a bit more about the game and John Mitchel’s GAA Club. Here’s your chance to meet club members and even play a bit of Gaelic Football. There’ll be ‘blitz’ sessions for young ones, from fully qualified and checked coaches (guardians to stay throughout).
A kids’ Gaelic Football Tournament kicks off at 2.30pm.
This is an outdoor event in October. Please be ready with waterproofs and/or sun cream as needed and be prepared get muddy and/or grass-stained!
This year at Squash we’re celebrating our 10th annual Harvest Auction Fundraiser! Come slong for a magical eve of comedy and fun, win some locally grown and made harvest delights, and help raise funds for communities close to our heart, including:
If you can’t make the auction but would like to donate please do so here.
Growers and Cooks! Have you grown something you’re really proud of this year? Or made an amazing jam? Donations of home or allotment-grown fruit & veg and preserves, ferments, or other delicious homemade seasonal treats can be dropped off at Squash on Saturday 13th, Wednesday 17th, Thursday 18th, Friday 19th between 10am and 4pm.
Harvest Competition! The catagories for our annual harvest produce competition are:
-BEST WONKY FRUIT OR VEG
-BEST SQUASH/ PUMPKIN
-BEST PRESERVE (jam/ chutney/relish/ferment- entries require a whole jar and a sample for judges)
-BEST DRESSED AT THE HARVEST AUCTION (get your best Autumn kecks on!)
-BEST IN SHOW
If you would like to enter, please note this on the Auction Lot Entry form when you drop off your goods
For more info or to donate an auction lot email clare@squashliverpool.co.uk or call 01517077897
The Visual Arts segment is another great development opportunity for four local artists. They showcase the work of wonderful, local emerging artists. The visual arts programme spans the month of October, with an Exhibition Launch on 3rd October.
Meet local artists Curtis Watt, Nina Edge and Robert Awork presenting their works alongside an engaging panel. Throughout the month, artists will share their practice in a series of workshops.
Quince and Apple Weekend is back at Norton Priory, offering a delightful experience for the entire family. This annual event showcases the best produce from the walled garden, where you can purchase fresh apples, quince and other produce grown at Norton Priory.
Dive into creative craft activities and explore a marketplace filled with unique offerings from local businesses! Whether you’re looking to pick up some fresh produce or enjoy a fun-filled day of entertainment, Quince and Apple Weekend promises something for everyone.
This is a Discover Norton event and is included with General Admission, plus children go free!* Book online ahead of time for a discount! Pre-booking closes at 11:45 the night before your visit. But if you miss out, you can pay for General Admission on arrival!
*Up to 3 children free per full priced adult ticket, additional children will be charged.