Express Yourself at The Coffee Stop’s Spoken Word Swap

Since July 2024, The Coffee Stop has hosted Leigh’s very own spoken word evening, Word Swap, led by Julie McKiernan. Taking place on the third Thursday of every month, the event encourages local poets, writers, and anyone who wishes to express themselves creatively through the written word to perform. Featuring performances of poetry, prose, and even the occasional song, there’s truly something for everyone. Local … Continue reading Express Yourself at The Coffee Stop’s Spoken Word Swap

The Joy of Words: Language and Laughter, Served Up with Fish & Chips

On September 19th, Wigan Libraries revived their beloved evenings with a fantastic series of insightful talks, all accompanied by a beloved fish and chip supper. Jan Porteous, a poet, writer, and retired teacher of Modern Foreign Languages and English, delivered a fun poetry evening titled The Joy of Words, exploring how the alphabet, through words, letters, and sounds, can both amuse and astound us. Jan … Continue reading The Joy of Words: Language and Laughter, Served Up with Fish & Chips