The Vale

Abney Orchestra
2024-10-25 19:15 - 21:15, 2024-10-18 19:15 - 21:15, 2024-10-11 19:15 - 21:15, 2024-10-04 19:15 - 21:15 (Europe/London) | The Vale, Unit 2 Vale Mill, Micklehurst Road, Mossley, OL59JL, United Kingdom
Abney Orchestra rehearse at The Vale every Friday evening. They are a fun, friendly, community orchestra, playing light classics and popular film music. They are always looking for new members – no auditions – all ages and abilities welcome.
Come along and join their rehearsal on Friday evenings 7:15pm – 9:15pm.

For more information and to check their schedule you can visit their website: www.abneyorchestra.org

Free Artist Space
2024-10-23 13:00 - 15:00, 2024-10-16 13:00 - 15:00, 2024-10-09 13:00 - 15:00, 2024-10-02 13:00 - 15:00 | The Vale, Unit 2 Vale Mill, Micklehurst Road, Mossley, OL59JL, United Kingdom
Free Open Studio Sessions at The Vale
Every Wednesday from 1.00pm to 3.00pm, The Vale opens up its studio spaces for artists and creatives to use completely free of charge.
These open sessions are designed to support creative practice in all its forms. Whether you are a sewer looking for access to a machine, a sculptor needing space to spread out, a musician in search of a quiet room to rehearse, or a henna artist wanting somewhere comfortable to practise and develop your work, you are very welcome here.
The atmosphere is relaxed and supportive, offering time and space to focus, experiment and make progress on your work. You can work independently, or alongside other creatives, sharing energy, ideas and inspiration in a welcoming environment.
If you would like to use the space, simply get in touch at hello@the-vale.co.uk to let us know what you need the studio for. This helps us make sure the right space, equipment and setup are ready for you when you arrive.
Drop in, settle in, and make The Vale your creative home for the afternoon.

Street band & Brass Class
2024-10-22 19:00 - 21:00, 2024-10-15 19:00 - 21:00, 2024-10-08 19:00 - 21:00, 2024-10-01 19:00 - 21:00 | The Vale, Unit 2 Vale Mill, Micklehurst Road, Mossley, OL59JL, United Kingdom
Horns and melody at The Vale!
Join us Every Tuesday 7pm – 9pm for our weekly offering of horns and melody Carnival activities here at The Vale in Mossley.
Meet new music pals and further your skills, all with a massive smile on your face as part of the Global Grooves Carnival community!
Melody players joining the project should have some experience.
Bring your instrument along! Brass, woodwind and anything else welcome!
Members aged 12-16 to be accompanied by an adult (Future Leaders alumni may come along unaccompanied).
For more information visit: www.globalgrooves.org/get-involved/courses-classes/gg-bloco/

Brazilian Dance Classes
2024-10-22 19:00 - 21:00, 2024-10-15 19:00 - 21:00, 2024-10-08 19:00 - 21:00, 2024-10-01 19:00 - 21:00 | The Vale, Unit 2 Vale Mill, Micklehurst Road, Mossley, OL59JL, United Kingdom
Dance at The Vale!
Tuesdays 7pm – 9pm.
Join us every Tuesday evening for our weekly offering of Carnival activities here at The Vale in Mossley.
Meet new pals and further your skills, all with a massive smile on your face as part of the Global Grooves Carnival community!
Dance classes are open to all abilities and experience levels.
Members aged 12-16 to be accompanied by an adult (Future Leaders alumni may come along unaccompanied).
For more information visit: www.globalgrooves.org/get-involved/courses-classes/gg-bloco/

Brazilian Percussion Classes
2024-10-22 19:00 - 21:00, 2024-10-15 19:00 - 21:00, 2024-10-08 19:00 - 21:00, 2024-10-01 19:00 - 21:00 | The Vale, Unit 2 Vale Mill, Micklehurst Road, Mossley, OL59JL, United Kingdom
Drum at The Vale!
Join us every Tuesday evening for our weekly offering of Carnival activities here at The Vale in Mossley.
Meet new music pals and further your skills, all with a massive smile on your face as part of the Global Grooves Carnival community!
Percussion classes are open to all abilities and experience levels. You’ll study and listen to a tantalising mix of percussion instruments in the sessions, including surdo, caixa, repinique, tamborim, and more!
Percussion instruments provided (feel free to bring yours along, but please check with a Bloco tutor first).
Members aged 12-16 to be accompanied by an adult (Future Leaders alumni may come along unaccompanied).
For more information visit: www.globalgrooves.org/get-involved/courses-classes/gg-bloco/

Knights of The Vale
2024-10-21 19:00 - 22:00, 2024-10-14 19:00 - 22:00, 2024-10-07 19:00 - 22:00, 2024-09-30 19:00 - 22:00 | The Vale, Unit 2 Vale Mill, Micklehurst Road, Mossley, OL59JL, United Kingdom
Knights of The Vale
Knights of The Vale is a friendly weekly social and hobby club for fans of Games Workshop, welcoming everyone from seasoned veterans to curious newcomers.
Taking place every Monday evening, the club offers a relaxed space to meet other like minded collectors and gamers, play tabletop games, build and paint miniatures, share tips, and enjoy the hobby together. Whether you come to roll dice, work on an army project, or simply hang out and talk all things Warhammer, you will find a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere.
Sessions run from 7.00pm to 10.00pm every Monday, with plenty of time to socialise, get creative and enjoy the hobby at your own pace. You can drop in for the full evening or just part of the session.
If you are looking for a supportive community, good company and a regular night dedicated to tabletop gaming and miniature painting, Knights of The Vale would love to welcome you.
For updates and more information, visit the Facebook group:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/[REDACTED]

Creative Careers
2024-10-21 18:15 - 20:30, 2024-10-14 18:15 - 20:30, 2024-10-07 18:15 - 20:30 | Oldham Lyceum, Union Street, Oldham, Greater Manchester, OL1 1QG, United Kingdom
Creative Careers
Are you 16-18 and live in Oldham or Tameside?
Are you interested in the arts?
Do you want to explore a future career in something you love?
Then this opportunity could be perfect for you.
Meet new friends and join a new network of young creatives. Feel excited about learning new things and exploring your creative side through different workshops including arts career paths, event production, working as a freelancer or artist, music and movement, designing and delivering your own events, and more…
What’s included:

Free short course including inspirational guest speakers, tutors, and mentors
Follow up volunteering, placement, and employment opportunities
Travel expenses if you need to claim them back
Complete an optional Arts Award qualification

To get involved, you would ideally be:

Based in Oldham (Note: we may still consider applications from those who are not based in Oldham or aged 16-18. )
Aged 16-18
Looking to further your skills and knowledge of arts-based careers
Able to attend all or most of the sessions

For more information and to sign up for this course visit: www..globalgrooves.org/whats-on/creative-careers/

The course will be held at Oldham Lyceum, 95 Union St, Oldham OL1 1QG

Mossley Writers
2024-10-15 19:30 - 21:30 | The Vale, Unit 2 Vale Mill, Micklehurst Road, Mossley, OL59JL, United Kingdom
This friendly, inclusive writing group meets on the third Tuesday of the month at The Vale, 7.30-9.30pm. We welcome all kinds of writers, at all stages of their career.
A typical Mossley Writers get-together includes critiquing members’ work, writing together using fun and thought-provoking writing exercises, and – of course – tea and biscuits.
To find out more about Mossley Writers, to join the mailing list and to receive writing to critique, please email mossleywriters@gmail.com. There is a small monthly fee to cover the hire of the space at The Vale.
You may also be interested in The Tameside WordShop, a year-long programme of free writing workshops for Tameside writers. You can find out more information here.

Sunday Sessions
2024-10-13 13:00 - 16:00 | The Vale, Unit 2 Vale Mill, Micklehurst Road, Mossley, OL59JL, United Kingdom
Join us for an afternoon of fabulous live music at The Vale as part of our Monthly Sunday Sessions 1pm – 4pm.
A relaxed afternoon of excellent live music in a welcome environment perfect for the whole family. Grab a drink from the bar, bring some pals, your kids, sit and listen or maybe even join our house band for a number or two. And best of all its free! We hope to see you there!
If you’re interested in playing at our Sunday sessions then please do get in touch as we’d love to hear from you!
Our house musicians will be playing a mixture of Latin and Brazilian vibes with an informal ‘Pagode’ style set with a unique Mossley flavour.
What is Pagode?
Pagode is a type of samba originating in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Distinguished by rhythmic improvisation, its acoustic sound is created using a variety of percussion instruments, song and string instruments such as Cavaquinho and guitar.

Jeramiah Ferrari + Naomi Kalu
2024-10-12 19:30 - 23:00 | The Vale, Unit 2 Vale Mill, Micklehurst Road, Mossley, OL59JL, United Kingdom
Jeramiah Ferrari live @ The Vale
A unique force and a live sensation that never disappoints. ‘The Mancunion’
The eagerly awaited 2022 release, ‘Movin’ on’ a new direction for Manchester’s most exciting genre weaving group.
This northwest outfit are seasoned festival stage performers and have forged a superb reputation for live sets. They have been supporting The Wailers on their UK tour fusing styles of reggae, rock, ska and pop, to make a truly memorable and essential new sound.
Jeramiah Ferrari grew up on a diet of Bob Marley, The Police and Michael Jackson. Expect a great calypso-ska style dance party.

Previous tours include sharing the stage with Madness, UB40, Hollie Cook and Steel Pulse.
Their many festival slots include Boomtown Fair, Beat Herder, Kendal Calling, Arezzo Wave Festival (Italy), Zwarte Cross Festival (Holland), Mad Hatters Festival (France), Lytham Festival with Brian Adams, Bowlers Skafest with The Selecter & The Beat and Weyfest with Level 42.
A limited number of donate what you can tickets are available on a first come first served basis. We respect our audience’s privacy to choose the right ticket for their financial circumstances, no evidence required.
Support: Naomi Kalu

Naomi Kalu , a Sheba Arts’ Talent Development Artist for 2023-24, is a 20 year-old two times national and international Champion boxer and singer who plays the guitar, piano, and drums.
Naomi is a 20-year-old singer-songwriter who has been creating, playing, and performing music since the age of 14. Along the way, she has collaborated with other artists, groups, and organizations such as Sheba Arts, Commonword, and Expression Manchester. She has played at multiple venues and festivals in the region, including a recent headline gig at Band On the Wall. Naomi has had annual performances at Sheba Arts Festivals from 2021 to 2024, as well as jam sessions at NIAMOS Radical Arts Center, Jam Street, and other bars and locations across Greater Manchester.
Naomi Kalu takes inspiration from a plethora of artists, from Tracy Chapman to Frank Ocean, playing both acoustically and electrically, with a love for lyricism and imagery.
