Upcoming EL Festival 2026 events
The support of these events is greatly appreciated to aid in raising money for the EL Festival 2026.
ELMC Supports 22 Whitefield Scouts “The Cherokees”
In 2025, ELMC made a generous donation to 22 Whitefield Scouts “The Cherokees” to support improvements to their Scout Hut, including the installation of new external doors and the creation of an indoor caving experience for the young people attending the unit. On...
The Bury Ukulele Band
The Bury Ukulele Band joined us for a fun Friday afternoon on 8th May! The ladies and gents sang along using the songbooks and shook their tambourines to the music. There was lots of singing, smiling, and laughter all around — everyone had a fantastic time! A big...
Chippy Lunch!
On Friday 8th May, the ladies and gents were treated to a chippy lunch from Brandlesholme Chippy. They all tucked into their favourite chip shop meal, which went down a treat!
No Business Like Showbusiness by the North East Producers
North East producers joined us in the main lounge on Monday 4th May for ‘No Business Like Showbusiness’. With beloved classics from Mary Poppins to the iconic Cabaret, the room was filled with music, laughter, and a touch of theatrical magic. The ladies and gents...
Greenmount Strummers
We had a wonderful afternoon on Tuesday 28th April, as the Greenmount Strummers joined us! Everyone thoroughly enjoyed a sing-along to some of the classics. There was plenty of smiling, toe-tapping, and great company all around. A big thank you to the Greenmount...
Empowering Young Lives Through Technology: ELMC Grant Impact at Salford Lads and Girls Club
In June 2025, a grant of £5,000 was awarded by the ELMC to Salford Lads and Girls Club, a long-standing community organisation based in Ordsal, Salford. The funding was designated for the purchase of two interactive media screens—an investment aimed at enriching the...
St George’s Day
The ladies and gents had a wonderful time celebrating St George’s Day on Thursday, 23rd April. We kicked things off with a fun and engaging St George’s quiz, followed by a lively sing-along filled with patriotic songs that everyone enjoyed. It turned into quite an...
Veterans Choir
Harmonies and melodies filled the main lounge on Tuesday 14th April as we were treated to a wonderful performance from the Veteran’s Choir. Their voices brought joy, nostalgia, and plenty of smiles to all the ladies and gents. An uplifting afternoon enjoyed by...
Grand National Sweepstake
The ladies and gents took part in the Grand National sweepstake on Saturday 11th April! 1st Place – Chippy John with I Am Maximus 2nd Place – Paul with Iroko 3rd Place – Keith with Jordans Well done to all the winners, and thanks to everyone who took part! ...
ELMC Spring Party 2026
The ELMC Spring Party 2026 was held on Friday 10th April at Stanley House, Audenshaw. Among the invited guests were the President of the Charity, RWBro Robert Frankl, and his wife Fiona, along with a number of Officers from the ELMC and the Province, accompanied by...
YPC Easter Outing 2026
The Young People’s Committee set off on their Easter outing to Hollywood Bowl, Bury, on Thursday 9th April, for lots of fun and laughter. The day was rounded off perfectly with a delicious meal at the Chinese buffet. A fantastic time was had by all!
Christine Canning Clothes Sale
On Thursday 9th April, we were delighted to welcome Christine Cannings and her lovely ladies’ clothes sale. Our ladies enjoyed having a browse, trying on some beautiful pieces, and picking up some lovely items. Thank you, Christine, for a wonderful afternoon — we look...