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Magic comes to town this Sunday as Masters of Deception brings mind-blowing illusions to the Blackburn Empire Theatre.
Join the Mayor of Blackburn with Darwen, Councillor Brian Taylor, for two exciting charity quiz nights in support of Cardiac Risk in the Young (CRY) and Papyrus Prevention of Suicide in the Young. Gather your team, test your knowledge, and help raise funds for these vital causes while enjoying a night of friendly competition.

News from the Community of Blackburn

25th March 12:30 pm

258 – Level 1 Food Safety for Catering (Highfield)

27th March 7:30 pm

Evening with Paul Merson with host Perry Groves

27th March 9:30 am

326 – Emergency First Aid at Work

28th March 7:30 pm

Women in Rock

31st March 7:00 pm

Shrek The Musical JR.

1st April 7:00 pm

Shrek The Musical JR.

2nd April 7:00 pm

Shrek The Musical JR.

4th April 7:30 pm

Ultimate 70s Show

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