Let’s explore social events in Warrington, UK happening this week. Local events are a great way to meet new people and make new friends. Look through this page and consider going out and socializing during one of these social events.
Social events are great and offer a world of possibilities. You can make new friends, learn new skills, see things from different perspectives and it’s fantastic for your mental health. And never before has companionship and being able to spend time with others been as important as it is today.
You probably remember being a kid and going up to another person your age and saying, “Do you want to be friends?” and that was pretty much that. Friend made. Alas, it’s not quite as simple now that we’re grown up, but it doesn’t have to be as difficult or as awkward as we think. There are thousands of people out there who would love to meet up with others, finding them just takes a bit of help and that’s what we’re here for.
On this page, we hope you’ll find some interesting events in Warrington where you can make some new friends.
Local Groups’ Events in Warrington
Holiday Mimosas Breakfast at Paul Gregory’s
◦ When: Monday, Dec 16th
◦ Where: Paul Gregory’s
Let’s regard this as the Holiday get together for the Breakfast Club. Since Paul Gregory’s is BYOB we will celebrate with cranberry and classic mimosas. We can bring our own Prosecco, or sparkling cider, and purchase the cranberry and orange juice. They will provide the glasses. I’ll bring a couple bottles of Prosecco and sparkling cider for everyone to enjoy. I’ll volunteer to be the bartender bu(…)
Movie Matinee: Christmas in Connecticut
◦ When: Friday, Dec 20th
◦ Where: Berlin-Peck Memorial Library
Rated ‘Approved’
1 hour, 41 minutes
A food writer who has lied about being the perfect housewife must try to cover her deception when her boss and a returning war hero invite themselves to her home for a traditional family Christmas.(…)
Danbury, CT: West-Conn TM, Online Meeting
◦ When: Thursday, Dec 19th
◦ Where: Western Connecticut State University , Midtown Campus, Warner Hall – Room 103
Are you nervous to stand before a crowd to voice your thoughts, ideas and opinions? Then you’ve come to the right place! Find out more about the best self-paced public speaking and leadership training in the world.
The club is open to all interested parties. Free admission. No ticket required. We meet on 1st & 3rd Wednesday from 7:30 pm.
NOTE: This is an online meeting due to the pandemic stay-a(…)
Manchester, CT: Nathan Hale TM, Online meeting
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 18th
◦ Where: Church of Christ
Are you worried about making presentations at work? Then you’ve come to the right place! Find out more about the best self-paced public speaking and leadership training in the world.
We meet on 1st & 3rd Tuesday from 7:00 pm. The club is open to all interested parties. Free admission. No ticket required.
NOTE: This is an online meeting due to the pandemic stay-at-home policy. For security purpos(…)
Mon night in Woodbridge- no cleats- pay ahead $10
◦ When: Tuesday, Dec 17th
◦ Where: Connecticut Sports Center
Payment confirms your position. venmo, PayPal, or zelle. margaret-longo-2 or [email protected]. we will play 2 fields of 6v6. if new, message me your experience level and position (offense/defense).
payment must be received before 10am Wednesday. if an emergency raises, please contact the first person on the waitlist or contact an admin. ..but if you cancel before 6, you aren’t guaranteed a re(…)
Cheshire, CT: Cheshire TM, Online Meeting
◦ When: Thursday, Dec 19th
◦ Where: Cheshire Historical Society
Are you nervous to stand before a crowd to voice your thoughts, ideas and opinions or give presentations to your team or your doctoral thesis defense? Then you’ve come to the right place! Find out more about the best self-paced public speaking and leadership training in the world.
We meet on 1st & 3rd Wednesday from 7:15 pm to 8:45 pm. The club is open to all interested parties. Free admission. N(…)
Castle Craig: Advance Hike
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: Hubbard Park
This challenging hike offers many views of central and southern Connecticut. This advance hike is 5.8 miles long and 1600′ of elevation gain with a fast pace of 25 minute miles. Everyone goes on the waitlist and I will interview people I do not know to make sure they are capable of completing this hike at this pace. It is very important to keep the group moving according to hike description so eve(…)
#136 Batman – Noel by Lee Bermejo
◦ When: Friday, Dec 20th
◦ Where: TBD
Thanks to Danny for this month’s picks! you can vote for your choice here: [https://strawpoll.com/e7ZJa8xKMg3](https://strawpoll.com/e7ZJa8xKMg3)
We will gather again at Sasha’s house. If it’s your first time at book club, please message one of the organizers for the address.
Since this is our Christmas book club event, we invite you all to join us in a potluck dinner. Bring whatever you like, w(…)
Annual Meeting and Winter Solstice Celebration
◦ When: Monday, Dec 16th
◦ Where: USNH
This is our annual meeting, held on the third Monday of December at 700 Hartford Turnpike in Hamden.
It’s that time again for our traditional solstice **potluck dinner** with live music provided by Mickey Koth and John Kalinowski!
Please bring a dish to share.
There will be a short annual meeting, primarily for the election of the Board. We’ll have a Solstice Quiz, and Frank Avitable will read (…)
Krampus by Brom & Court of Winter by Krista Street
◦ When: Friday, Dec 20th
◦ Where: Victorian House Restaurant
You have the choice of either book, when we get together for this upcoming meet we will be divided up into teams and play trivia or taboo.
The winning team gets to pick one of the following
1 the new destination to meet
2 gift basket
3 books for the polls on our BookClubs page.(…)
PLAYshop: An Invitation to Savor the Present Moment
◦ When: Thursday, Dec 19th
◦ Where: Health Bank Wellness Center
**PLAYshop: An Invitation to Savor the Present Moment**
Are you ready to reconnect with the joy of being fully alive? Join **Melissa Lewis, RN BSN**, a holistic & hospice nurse with a passion for life, as she invites you to step into a world of creative exploration and mindful play.
In today’s fast-paced, goal-driven society, many of us have forgotten how to truly *play*. We take ourselves and ou(…)
Witchdoctor Brewing [Monthly Event]
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◦ When: Friday, Dec 20th
◦ Where: Witchdoctor Brewing Company
Witchdoctor has food, drink, and games so its a prime spot for a recurring meetup! There’s always GameCraft next door for games, beer, and mixed drinks as well.
This event sometimes coincides with Trivia Night. If it does, I will notify the group.
**\*\*\* Group members receive a 10% discount. Please see Joe or the Meetup Host to be marked with a Stamp/Marker so brewery staff can identify our gr(…)
Holiday Gala & Fundraiser
◦ When: Monday, Dec 16th
◦ Where: Aqua Turf Club
REGISTER HERE:
[https://www.ctreia.com/Events.aspx?ID=Holiday-Gala-and-Fundraiser-124-12-16-2024](https://www.ctreia.com/Events.aspx?ID=Holiday-Gala-and-Fundraiser-124-12-16-2024)
***You must pre-register on our website. Meetup does not notify us of your registration.***
**Members: $99.00 Guests $129.00 per person.**
**It’s BACK! The CTREIA Annual HOLIDAY CELEBRATION & CT Food Share FUNDRAISER!*(…)
Ignite Your Spiritual Growth – In Person Event!
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: Eckankar Temple of Connecticut
**Ignite your Spiritual Growth**
*Experience HU, the Sound of Soul.*
Do you yearn to be closer to God, yet feel turned off by orthodox religion?
There is an alternative. A spiritual practice that you can do either by yourself or in a group.
It’s called the HU Chant.
In many spiritual traditions, sound plays an important role in uplifting the individual. Singing HU is divine spark that ignites y(…)
Silent Book Club — Hamden, CT
◦ When: Tuesday, Dec 17th
◦ Where: Panera Bread
Join us for an evening of introvert-friendly socializing at Panera Bread in the Hamden Plaza!
There’s an hour of dedicated reading time, before and after which there will be time to socialize as much or as little as you like. Here’s a rough schedule:
* 7:00-7:15 — Arrive, order something to eat or drink, and get settled.
* 7:15-8:15 — Read!
* 8:15-? — Stay to hang out or go home; keep reading or(…)
Stitch Night — Holiday Edition
◦ When: Monday, Dec 16th
◦ Where: Panera Bread
It’s that time of year for our annual Holiday Gift Grab Bag!
Participation is completely optional. Please still come even if you don’t want to participate or if you forgot to buy a gift.
Here are the “rules”:
1. There is a $25 limit for purchasing. You can be creative in shopping sales and using coupons. 🙂
2. Try to put together a “kit” — yarn and a pattern that will make a project (knit or cro(…)
Discuss “Sula” by Toni Morrison
◦ When: Friday, Dec 20th
◦ Where: Fable
For December, we’ll be reading **”Sula” by Toni Morrison**! This is a shorter book (sub-200 pages) to account for the earlier meeting date due to the holidays! Physical copies are available for checkout at the NBPL circulation desk.
There is no RSVP limit, please feel free to show up even if there are 10 people already RSVP’d.
**Book Synopsis:**
As girls, Nel and Sula shared each other’s discove(…)
Come Discuss “Make the Season Bright” by Ashley Herring Blake
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: Fable
Two exes find themselves stuck at the same house for Christmas in this holiday romance by Ashley Herring Blake, USA Today bestselling author of Iris Kelly Doesn’t Date.
It’s been five years since Charlotte Donovan was ditched at the altar by her ex-fiancée, and she’s doing more than okay. Sure, her single mother never checks in, but she has her strings ensemble, the Rosalind Quartet, and her life(…)
Tips to meet people at social events
One of the best ways to meet new people at social events in Warrington is by choosing a common theme or interest. If you like movies, why not go see a screening with people who also like movies! Then you already have something to talk about. Or if you’re into coffee or beer, a Coffee and Beer Garden Meet and Greet could be perfect for you. And keep in mind that smaller group settings can be less intimidating and easier to start conversations in.
Another thing that might worry you is introductions. Some people aren’t as keen on introducing themselves and others worry or get nervous about it. Why not level the playing field and go to an event where everyone is expected to introduce themselves and talk? It could be a networking event, an acting class, a singles event, or a book club. Not only are people looking to introduce themselves at these events but they’re also there to make friends.
Our final tip is on the age of the people you are going to meet. If you have your heart set on meeting people close to your own age, then research events so that you can find your chosen demographic. At the same time, we want to encourage you not to limit yourself. An age gap doesn’t necessarily mean a disconnect and the great thing about different age groups is that they can learn from each other!
You can find even more events in Warrington on Warringtonguardian.co.uk, Gswarrington.com, or Wherecanwego.com.
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Festive Comedy Night
◦ When: Friday, Dec 20th
◦ Where: The Engine Rooms at Birchwood Park
Laugh your way into Christmas at @ The EngineRooms on 20th December 2024, where hilarious comedians will have you in stitches.
Christmas At The Heath Festive Buffet
◦ When: Friday, Dec 20th
◦ Where: The Heath Business & Technical Park
Christmas at The Heath Festive Buffet
Bolton Arena – Christmas Drive In 20th & 21st December
◦ When: Friday, Dec 20th
◦ Where: University of Bolton Arena
Bolton Arena’s Christmas Drive in is back for 2024, offering 4 family festive films over 2 days
Networking with Saints
◦ When: Thursday, Dec 19th
◦ Where: Totally Wicked Stadium
Networking with Saints
26MUP Christmas Charity Event
◦ When: Tuesday, Dec 17th
◦ Where: Winstanley College
Join us at Winstanley College for a night of music and fun while raising money for a good cause with The Brick and Dementia UK
Light of the World: A VB Christmas Celebration
◦ When: Tuesday, Dec 17th
◦ Where: The Empty Space
We love celebrating Christmas and what better way than with a Gospel choir?! Come along and hear some Christmas classics with the VB-spin
Xmas Wine and Cheese Tasting @ Oats and Honey
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 18th
◦ Where: Oats & Honey
A wine and cheese tasting, trying a special selection of wine perfect for your Christmas day spread. Hosted by That Wine Cellar.
Christmas At The Heath Christmas Party Night
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: The Heath Business & Technical Park
Christmas at The Heath Christmas Party Night
‘The Snowman’ film with live orchestra – Liverpool Cathedral
◦ When: Friday, Dec 20th
◦ Where: Liverpool Cathedral
Images © Snowman Enterprises Limited
Christmas Party with Santa
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: Mercure Bolton Georgian House Hotel
Come join us at our family Christmas party with Santa!
ADAM WILLAMS GUITARIST , TAYLOR WILLIAMS DJ, SAXOPHONE AND BONGOS
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: The Village on the Green
Come join us for a night of live music with Adam Williams on guitar, Taylor Williams on the decks, and some smooth saxophone and bongo beats
‘The Snowman’ film with live orchestra – Liverpool Cathedral
◦ When: Friday, Dec 20th
◦ Where: Liverpool Cathedral
Images © Snowman Enterprises Limited
Kids Christmas Special. A Very Dickensian Christmas.
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: St Helens Book Stop
All tickets will admit one child and one adult.
A Christmas Evening of Music with Stefan Wilkinson-Hill
◦ When: Friday, Dec 20th
◦ Where: St Julie’s Catholic Church Hall
An intimate evening of music on the piano. Expect premiers of new compositions, and some old favourites!
Christingle Celebration
◦ When: Thursday, Dec 19th
◦ Where: Alexandra House
Get all Christmassy with our Christingle Celebration. Food, crafts, fun activities, music. And make your own Christingle.
Pilates & Paint
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: Red House Lane
Join us for a fun-filled day of Reformer/Mat Pilates and candle painting with prosecco and festive nibbles at The Bodhi Club!
✨End Of Year Sound Bath Special✨
◦ When: Monday, Dec 16th
◦ Where: Chorlton Unitarian Church
Approaching Winter Solstice, this is the time of ending and beginning. A time to forgive, to be forgiven, and to make a fresh start.
Christmas Carols
◦ When: Tuesday, Dec 17th
◦ Where: Manchester Cathedral
Join us for an uplifting and festive Christmas event to support lonely and isolated ageing adults.
Taste Cakes 2024
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: Emmanuel Centre
Join us this December to create memories over a variety of cake slices, hot drinks, games and good vibes!
A Christmas Carol
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: St George’s Hall Liverpool
Join us for a festive and faithful stage play of the classic tale “A Christmas Carol” The most loved ghost story ever.