05/02/13
WIN TICKETS TO THE LADY KILLERS at THE LOWRY THEATRE
Participate in our Prize Quiz will take place at the Main Stage on Friday, 1st of March at 1.30pm and Saturday, 2nd of March at 1.45pm. The lucky winner will be rewarded with a pair of tickets to see The Ladykillers on Tues 26th March at The Lowry. The show runs from 26th March 2013 until 30th March 2013 for further information visit: www.thelowry.com/event/the-ladykillers.
Please note that places are offered on a first-come, first-served basis and only a limited number of places are available.
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02/01/13
MOUTH WATERING CHINESE CUISINE
Back by popular demand, Lisa and Helen Tse of Sweet Mandarin, the fabulous cookery school and restaurant located in Manchester's northern quarter. Learn from the Tse sisters how to make sumptuous chinese dishes from perfect fried rice to yummy sweet chilli chicken tighs. Sweet Mandarin has won the prestigious award of BEST LOCAL CHINESE RESTAURANT in 2010 and was handed the award by TV Chef Gordon Ramsay who was highly impressed by the Tse sisters' cooking. The Tse sisters will be demonstrating in The 50+ Show Cookery Theatre at 1pm on both days of the show.
29/01/13
DO YOUR THING AND SING
Do Your Thing is the exciting new choir to have taken Tameside by storm. In under a year the Do Your Thing community choir, led by Choral Director Liz Taylor, is now a 100+ member strong contemporary singing experience. Performing popular numbers from artists such as Take That, Abba and Queen, to name a few, they are sure to get your feet tapping as they take to the stage at The 50+ Show on the 1st March. With a new choir recently started in Stockport, joining the choir requires no previous singing experience, no auditions, and welcomes all, aged 16 or over for a weekly rehearsal filled with fun, friendship and the songs you might sing along to on the radio (or in the shower!). Whilst performing is not required of members, recent high profile gigs have included the Queen's Jubilee, at Stamford Park's Grand Re-Opening, the Olympic Torch festivities in Ashton and The Palace Hotel in Manchester .For further details, please visit: www.do-your-thing.co.uk
28/01/13
DANCE & LEARN FROM THE BEST!
Ronald Jager and Jenny Sheeran, several times Dutch champions, Top 3 in the UK and Top 24 in all Grand Slam Championships (International, Open British, UK and US Open) will demonstrate and run ballroom dance teach-in sessions on Friday 1st and Saturday 2nd of March at The 50+ Show. A little of bit Waltz, some Cha Cha Cha, a taste of Meringue and maybe Rock & Roll Jazz. Whether you have danced ballroom before, are dancing ballroom now or are just starting out on your ballroom adventure, you will surely have fun at The 50+ Show dance floor.
21/01/13
SOMETHING GREAT COOKING IN THE 50+ SHOW COOKERY THEATRE: DEMONSTRATIONS BY ALEX CONNELL of THE CORDON VERT COOKERY SCHOOL:
Alex Connell Principle Tutor at the Cordon Vert Cookery School will be demonstrating a number of exciting vegetarian dishes at this year's show. Alex has worked at The Vegetarian Society for over ten years as well as working as a chef for the Youth Hostel Association, The Vegetarian Housing Association and Glenbank Care Home.
Alex said "I am really looking forward to the show. I cooked on stage last year and have fond memories of the event. The audience asked lots of questions and put me through my paces. I love teaching cookery at the school but nothing sharpens the senses like being on stage. See you at the show"
Please visit www.cordonvert.co.uk to find out more about the cookery school Courses for Leisure, Pleasure and Inspiration as well as to find hundreds of delicious recipes.
18/01/13
GREAT DAYS OUT
Great Days Out 2013 takes place from 9:30am – 3:30pm on Saturday 9th February at EventCity. The 50+ Show is delighted to be participating at Great Days Out this year. Please pop along to our Stand 4 for free tickets to the fabulous 50+ Show which is taking place at Manchester Central on 1st & 2nd March.
17/01/13
GET CRAFTING WITH CRAFTELICIOUS
Come along and participate in decopatch activities and watch some demonstrations on how to upcycle furniture and how to "jazz up your junk" - i.e, make an old photo frame or even a shoe box - beautiful and useful again.
Craftelicious is a family run Craft Studio with Cafe in the heart of Chorlton, Manchester that provides creative activities and workshops on a drop –in and structured basis for all. Open Tuesday to Saturday, 10.00am – 5.30pm and Sunday for Private hire.
The Cafe serves freshly ground hand roasted coffee and a selection of loose leaf speciality and herbal teas as well as handmade cakes, cookies and brownies. There is also a Creperie that serves delicious, freshly prepared Breton style sweet and savoury pancakes.
Activities include:
- Ceramic Painting
- Decopatch
- Mosaics
The cost of drop in activities can range from £5/6 up to £20. The activities can take from 30 minutes up to a whole afternoon. Staff will be on hand to demonstrate all activities and products as well as guide and help you choose activities that suit your age/ability.
Craft Activities for large groups
All craft activities are run by Craftelicious, their in-house or guest artists and are designed for both adults and children.
For further information about Craftelicious call 0161 860 4814 or email info@crafteliciousuk.com
11/01/13
SING ALONG WITH THE CRYSTAL CHORDS - GREATER MANCHESTER LADIES BARBERSHOP CHORUS
Made up of 60+ women, the group has been entertaining for almost 30 years and have strong connections in Manchester and beyond, performing at private and public events while regularly supporting community groups and charities.An award-winning chorus that regularly competes nationally and internationally.
See the crystals brighten up The 50+ Show with their diverse repertoire, from classics to beautiful ballads, even arrangements from films and shows!
They will be performing on the 50+ Show performance stage on Saturday, 2nd of March at Manchester Central.
For more information about the Crystal Chords, visit www.crystalchords.org.uk
19/03/12
DATES FOR THE 50+ SHOW 2013
The 50+ Show will be back at Manchester Central on Friday 1st and Saturday 2nd March 2013.
22/02/12
BEGINNERS DIGITAL WORKSHOP WITH MIKE RAMPTON
Come along to this fabulous session in the Prudential Seminar Theatre which is taking place on the Friday at 16.00. Dig out your camera and come along and gain a good understanding of the basics in photography.
22/02/12
COME AND HAVE A LAUGH WITH COMEDIAN ROD TAYLOR
Join acclaimed local comedian and former TV Producer Rod Taylor for a hilarious celebration of laughter and nostalgia. Rod's career in television spans more than 35 years. He has produced and directed light entertainment programmes for the BBC, ITV and Channel 4. For further details visit the programme page on our website.
22/02/12
GREAT DAYS OUT
Great Days Out 2012 takes place from 9:30am – 3:30pm on Saturday 25th February at EventCity. The 50+ Show is delighted to be participating at Great Days Out this year. Please pop along to our Stand 174 for free tickets to the fabulous 50+ Show which is taking place at Manchester Central on 2nd & 3rd March.
03/02/12
COME AND ENJOY SOCA AEROBICS WITH UNIVERSAL CONNECTION
Soca Aerobics is a very dynamic and exciting class full of mixed musical flavours of the Caribbean! The routines feature aerobic interval training with a combination of fast and slow rhythms that tone and sculpt your body. It targets areas such as glutes. legs, arms, core, and the most important muscle, the heart! It is a mixture of body sculpting movements and easy to follow dance steps, although you do not have to know how to dance to do SOCA AEROBICS.
SOCA AEROBICS is a fun, effective, and simple fitness system that uses the principle of fitness interval training and resistance training to maximize calorific output, fat burning, and total body toning. The sexy and explosive Caribbean rhythms create a party like atmosphere that deliver results, as well as a "feel happy" workout.
30/01/12
YOGA DEMONSTRATIONS FROM THE BRITISH WHEEL OF YOGA
Do you want to relax and become more flexible? Why not join a yoga class in your area. Yoga is especially suitable for the over 50’s as it is a gentle form of exercise helping to keep you feeling young and flexible into your later years.Come along and watch British Wheel of Yoga 50+ students from local classes demonstrating those not too difficult postures at the Dance Activity area, Friday 2.30 pm to 3.15pm and Saturday 2.00pm to 2.45pm. You can also visit their stand E20 opposite the activity area, where their qualified teachers can give you some leaflets and advise you of a class in your location, or visit www.bwy.org.uk and click on “find a local teacher”
Christine is the BWY Regional Officer for the North West. She is 71 years young and teaches Yoga to all abilities and gender in Sale at the Northern School of Yoga, do come along and say hello to her at The 50+ Show.
The British Wheel of Yoga is:
1) The largest Yoga Organisation in the country.
2) Promoting the benefits of yoga via classes, workshops and events for almost 50 years.
3) A national network with over 3,500 qualified teachers.
4) Representing the UK at the European Federation of National Yoga Organisations.
5) Committed to promoting a greater understanding of yoga and its safe practice through experience, education, discussion, study and training.
30/01/12
Britain's Got Talent contestants The Colourful Urban Gypsies at The 50+ Show
The Colourful Urban Gypsies as seen on semi-finals of "Britain's Got Talent" will be performing on stage on Friday 2nd March at 11.45 and also Saturday 3rd
March at 1.30pm with their wonderful mix of World and Tribal Belly Dance
moves.
Based in Manchester they are available to hire for interactive performance
or informal workshops.
Contact them www.Zehara.co.uk or email info@Zehara.co.uk phone 0161 487 4134
20/01/12
Visit the Health Zone for Bowel Cancer Screening information at The 50+ Show
The Bowel Cancer Screening programme is a national programme that has been rolled out across the country. If you are between the ages of 60 and 69 (and in some areas up to 74) you will have received a cardboard orange kit through the door. For many reasons in our busy lives these kits don’t always get completed, if you want more information on why you should do the screening kit and how to do the kit you can have a chat with the team at the 50+ show in Manchester on Friday 2nd and Saturday 3rd March, there may be an opportunity to speak to people who have been through the screening programme to give some extra insight.
If you would like information on the Bowel Cancer Screening Programme you can call 0800 707 6060 or check out the Greater Manchester Bowel Cancer Screening Programme website at www.bowelscreening.org.
12/01/12
Celebrity Chef Richard Fox to demonstrate at The 50+ Show
Richard Fox is an occasional TV chef, food and drink expert personality, and active supporter of the Love Food Hate Waste campaign. He was winner of The British Guild of Beer Writers awards for Food and Beer writing; he has had his own cooking slot on BBC1 Regional Look North and was a regular chef on BBC 2's Food Poker. He is a regular on The Food Channel’s Market Kitchen, and launched the Love Food Hate Waste concept on this channel.
His first book, The Food and Beer Cook Book was published by Senate in 2006, and was also launched in Australia by Marshal Cavendish.
Richard’s expertise in the world of food and drink have made him a favourite personality for hosting gourmet events for Harvey Nichols, Fullers brewery, as well as The British Ambassador’s residence in Paris in support of British export. He has talked and demonstrated at The National Chef's Conference as well as numerous corporate and private events around the world. He has appeared on UKTV Food, Saturday Cooks on ITV, The Good Food Show on BBC Radio 4, to name but a few. Richard will be demonstrating his culinary skills at both days of The 50+ Show.
Richard's new book 'The Everyday Kitchen Magician - fabulous feasts for almost free', will be available from the end of March. To see an excerpt from Richard's new book click here
12/01/12
Listen to the Choir that Rocks!
Rock Choir, the UK's original and first ever-contemporary choir, will perform at The 50+ Show Manchester on Saturday 3rd March 2012.
Described as a 'National Phenomenon', ROCK CHOIR is now available right across the UK. Rock Choir sings pop, gospel and motown music and is open to everyone as there are no auditions and no requirement to read music.
Winning over the National media and appearing on the BBC, Paul O'Grady Show, The One Show, This Morning and in various National publications, this feel good 'people's choir' stands alone in terms of style and the life changing experiences offered to its members.
Due to demand there are now MORE Rock Choirs running across the UK! For more information visit www.rockchoir.com
12/01/12
Beetle away with Beetle Felt at The 50+ Show
Switch off and relax as you are looked after by the Beetle Felt team (situated in the Craft Zone) and spend the day learning new skills and making beautiful things. Beetle Felt provides creative and artistic opportunities using textiles, particularly felt, as a medium. Techniques taught will include feltmaking, spinning and rag rugging. For further information visit their website www.beetlefelt.co.uk
21/12/11
Hula away Tropical Dance style at The 50+ Show
On Friday at 12.30-13.15 and Saturday 12.00-12.45 something completely different and fascinating will happen. Tropical Dance - consisting of lovely intoxicating new hybrid of expressive dance consisting of lovely, graceful hand motions of Hula and the lovely rhythmic qualities of African music Hip rolling, sensual, warm and happy music, fun and expressive.
A completely new way of tuition to overcome most people's reluctance to use dance as a way to keep fit The teaching methods are Method rather than routine based. You learn some very basic and simple to grasp principles and in this way you can start moving easily straight away and discover what you thought you never had. You don't have to learn choreographies or routines. So you don't have to worry about things like sense of rhythm, your age or size, or your sense of co ordination. Great fun and easy to do. The movements are flowy and non impact. A lot of it can be done sitting down. This is a "People's" dance, for everyone, it's just that you have never been given a chance.
The rich and fascinating culture, the colourful costumes, intoxicating and happy music and the social aspects all combine into one unbeatable package. All dance has health benefits but the unique focus of Tropical dance is the way it focuses on increasing the strength of the "core" muscles, hips, ankles and knees. These elements are vital for overall mobility in later life. So what better way to keep up improve your mobility!
12/12/11
British Chen Style Tai Chi College attends The 50+ Show
Chen Style Tai Chi is the oldest system of Tai Chi practised in China, and all other styles of Tai Chi can trace their roots to this system. The British Chen Style Tai Chi College over 50's group will be demonstrating part of the traditional "Old Frame" as well as Fan Form and the Chen Sabre Form!
The British Chen Style Tai Chi College holds classes in Bury, at the Jubilee Centre, Mosley Avenue - for beginners on Thursday and Friday morning. They also have classes in Bury town Centre, Chadderton, Oldham and Uppermill.
A full list of times and locations are available on the website www.taichicollege.co.uk or by calling instructor Sue Johnson on 0161 762 0609.
Tai Chi is renown for its many health benefits, joint mobility, flexibility, stress reduction, breathing, blood pressure etc. Why not see how it can keep you mobile and healthy?
Come along and have a go!
09/12/11
Zumba Gold at the 50+ Show Manchester
On Friday 2nd March at 1.30pm and Saturday 3rd March at 1.00pm the Zumba Gold party begins. FLG Dance & Fitness will deliver demonstrations of the fastest growing fitness craze in the world!
Zumba Gold is a fun way to develop strength, flexibility, stamina and mental agility. It takes the Zumba formula and modifies the moves to suit the needs of the active older participant and true beginner. What stays the same are all the elements the Zumba Fitness Party is known for: the zesty Latin music, like salsa, merengue, cumbia, and reggaeton; the exhilarating, easy-to-follow moves; and the invigorating, party-like atmosphere. If you want camaraderie, excitement and fitness as a regular part of your weekly schedule Zumba Gold is the perfect fit. It’s a dance-fitness class that is friendly and fun, so come join the party!
FLG Dance & Fitness delivers Zumba Gold sessions at St Clements Church in Chorlton, The Kathlocke Centre in Moss Side, Zion Health Centre in Hulme and the Old Trafford Community Centre. If you would like further information speak to Fiona, Lorna or any of the dancers. New members are always welcome!
www.zumbafeelgood.co.uk
14/11/11
Manchester 2012 here we come!
We do hope that you will be able to join us for The 50+ Show in Manchester on the 2nd and 3rd March 2012. The 50+ Show will take place at Manchester Central. Opening times are Friday 2nd March 10am - 5pm and Saturday 3rd March 9.30pm - 4.30pm.
16/03/11
Thank you for attending our show in Manchester 2011
Visitors came in their droves to the show in Manchester last weekend! We are extremely grateful and would like to thank all our sponsors and exhibitors at this event!
Next up is our London show in July, why not join us!
08/03/11
Get your tastebuds ready, the President is sending his Executive Chef to the Show!
It’s official! Michael Caines is now the President of the Devon Hoteliers & Restauranteur’s Association and we are pleased to announce that Stuart Collins, Executive Chef at Michael Caines (ABode Chester) will demonstrate his skills at our show.
Having been trained by Michael Caines himself, Stuart will surely liven up your senses with his impressive credentials, innovative and exciting cooking techniques. Let your eyes indulge in this mouth-watering show on Saturday, 12th March from 10:30 – 11:15 (first demo) and 11:45 AM – 12:30 (second demo).
See you there!
20/02/11
Hitting the High Notes
The melodic sound of barbershop choruses have always been popular at our shows and this year we are delighted to present two different groups for visitors to enjoy.
On Friday, the Red Rose Chorus of Preston will be appearing and entertaining everyone with their four-part harmonies. Their performances are sure to be good fun for the audience - and they always enjoy themselves too. The Barbershop "experience" comprises elaborate movements, costumes and humour too! Make sure you don't miss a note by being at the dancefloor for either of their sets: 13.45 and then again at 15.30.
On Saturday, The Red Rosettes, a ladies chorus, will also present two sets during the afternoon. Well known throughout the region, the group has been established for around 30 years and boasts a current membership of around 55 ladies. Members come from a variety of backgrounds and they are always on the lookout for new voices. The presentation is slick, and the music fabulous. Enjoy!
20/02/11
Feeling funky - and fit
To close the show on both days, Universal Connection Soca Aerobics will storm the dancefloor with an exciting demonstration of Caribbean dance, followed by audience participation. Make sure you stay at the show right to the end, dancing shoes on, for an invigorating workout.
20/02/11
Merengue Dancing for fun
Come and join Karen Mackay in a session of Salsa and Merengue dancing. Karen will explain the steps and different moves carefully so you will know exactly what to do. Karen believes that dancing can make you feel energised and enables you to have fun whilst you keep fit. Anyone who joins in will leave with a smile on their face!
14/02/11
Health Zone
Several local organisations including NHS Manchester and Cancer Research UK will be coming along and offering free health checks.
08/02/11
Facilities for the Disabled
The organisers of the show are pleased to announce that sign language interpreters and wheelchairs and motorised scooters will be available for disabled visitors to the show.
"It is very important to us that everyone is able to come along and enjoy the show, including those who require extra assistance to make the most of everything on offer at the show" said Show Director Dr Robert McCaffrey.
Sign Interpreters for the deaf and hard of hearing will be at the show on both days and a programme of events being interpreted will be available on the website soon. Please have a look at the Programme (to be advised) or the Venue Information pages of the website for further details.
Shop Mobility of Manchester will also be coming to the show to provide visitors with wheelchairs or motorised scooters for use at the show. The scooters and wheelchairs will be available free of charge to the show visitors who will be able to hire them for the day. If you are interested in hiring a wheelchair or motorised scooter please email us so we can make sure we have plenty available.
17/01/11
Woman's Weekly Craft Lounge
Come along and meet the editor Diane Kenwood and the staff of Woman's Weekly magazine and help them celebrate their Centenary. With comfy seating and make and take craft projects on the go, come along to pose any crafting questions you have, sign up for a fabulous subscription deal and pick up some copies of the magazine.
17/01/11
A taste of Tai Chi
Come and take part in a session of Tai Chi with Chris Henney. The 'gentle' exercises you will enjoy work on posture, balance, coordination and regulating breathing. Many aches and pain disappear as soon as posture is aligned and Tai Chi can help with fall prevention by improving balance and creating greater stability.
07/01/11
Indoor Rock climbing wall - an exciting new challenge
The addition of a climbing wall at our London and Glasgow shows last year proved hugely popular amongst our visitors, so much so that we have decided to introduce it as an attraction at our Manchester show.
Click here to see a write up that featured in the Independent newspaper and a photo of one of our visitors enjoying climbing the wall which is similar to the one we we will be featuring at our Manchester Show.
Please come dressed in the appropriate attire, trousers and comfortable footwear and try your hand at climbing this exciting feature.
13/12/10
Dates for 2011
We are delighted to announce that next year's show will be taking place on the 11th and 12th March at Manchester Central. Watch this space for further updates as to what you can expect to see at our show.
