An open-mic poetry night will take place at Fort Perch Rock in New Brighton tomorrow (Wednesday, April 12)

'Poets at The Fort' will be held in the historic waterfront venue's Mess Café.

The event is hosted by Lorraine Logan and Al Peters, with sound and lights by Gordon Logan.

It takes place from 7pm to 10pm. Entry is free.

Put your name down to recite on the night from 6.30pm. 

It promises a great welcoming atmosphere, especially for first-time poets of all ages.

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Flaybrick walks

A SERIES of guided walks around a Wirral memorial garden is set to begin this weekend.

The tours of Flaybrick Memorial Gardens start on Saturday (April 15).

Organised by the voluntary group Friends of Flaybrick Memorial Gardens, they are a chance to discover the fascinating stories of the past residents of Birkenhead.

Five more walks are planned for May 13, June 10, July 8, August 12 and September 30. For further information, visit the Friends of Flaybrick website

Ladies volleyball

HOYLAKE Hurricanes Ladies Volleyball Club meets every Monday at the West Kirby Residential School from 8pm. The team plays all year round, indoors during winter and outside on grass and beach during the summer. Enthusiastic ladies from 16 upwards are welcome. First session is free, then £5 for adults and £3 for students.

Details from Kris 07947 712352 or hoylakehurricanesvbc@gmail.com

Hello Dolly!

AUDITIONS for St Paul’s Musical Theatre Company’s forthcoming production of Hello Dolly will be held this Sunday (April 16) at the Grosvenor Ballroom on Grosvenor Road in Liscard from 10am to 5pm.

If you are interested in auditioning for a role, email the society’s secretary at stpaulsmtcsecretary@gmail.com for script, music and further details.

The production will be held at the Gladstone Theatre in Port Sunlight, the week commencing October 9. Full rehearsals start in May.

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Trampoline fit

A TRAMPOLINE fitness class takes place at Hilbre High School Humanities College, Frankby Road, West Kirby every Tuesday at 7pm.

Booking in advance is essential. For full timetable and booking details, follow @bouncewirral on Facebook and Instagram or select and book ‘Wirral’ via bouncefitbody.com

Wyrd Sisters

THE Carlton Players' production of Terry Pratchett's Wyrd Sisters will be staged at the Little Theatre in Birkenhead next week.

Staged from next Tuesday to Saturday (April 18-22), it tells the story of the wicked Duke and Duchess who have murdered the King. The King'baby is smuggled away by the witches and is brought up in a travelling theatre.

Tickets are from here 

Marines group

THE Royal Marines Association Merseyside meets at the Royal British Legion on Teehey Lane in Bebington on the last Wednesday of each month at 8pm.

N Organist AN organ recital by internationally-renowned Professor Ian Tracey is at St James’ Church in New Brighton on Saturday, April 22. It starts at 7.30pm. Tickets – £10 for adults and £5 for students – from choristers of St James’ Church Parish office on 0151 630 6677 or ticket enquiries on 07990 535312.

Show tunes

WEST Kirby Musical Theatre Company’s next show will be staged later this month.

Taking place at Heswall Hall on Wednesday, April 19 and Thursday, April 20, This is the Moment features songs from Mary Poppins, Miss Saigon, Six, Jekyll and Hyde and many more.

They will be joined on stage by Wallasey School of Ballet.

Performances will start at 7.30pm. Tickets from 07986 893352 or here 

Wirral U3A

WIRRAL University of the third age (U3A) holds regular meetings at Williamson Art Gallery in Birkenhead. It aims to keep retired people active in mind and body.

Further details from its website ‘Wirral U3A’ or call 0151 345 1611.

Croquet club

CROQUET sessions take place at Upton Victory Hall in Salacre Lane on weekday afternoons. Details from Jill on 0151 677 0540.

Belly dance

A LADIES belly dance group meets on Saturdays at noon at Wallasey Village URC Church Hall. Taster class £5. Also courses in Hoylake. Call 07389 716605 or see wirralbellydancing.co.uk

Race for life

ENTRIES are now being taken for this year’s Wirral Race For Life, taking place on Sunday, May 21.

To enter, go to raceforlife.cancerresearchuk.org

Got an event? Email craig.manning@nqnw.co.uk

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