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Good morning, Salford!
We really are living in the future, aren't we? AI is automating our tasks, robots are learning to do our jobs, and apparently flying cars may soon become a thing.
Meanwhile, I'm still waiting for someone to invent an app where i can download a brew ☕ and it appears on my desk in less than 2 seconds. 😀
Featured in today’s signal:
🏡The future of supported housing in Salford
🍝New Spanish Restaurant Opens
🐰Pet of the week
🥂Exciting things to do this Weekend
🎮Signal Games
— Lani
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Have your say on the future of supported housing
What should supported housing in Salford look like over the next decade? The council needs the support of residents to help answer that question.
A four-week consultation has launched on Salford City Council’s proposed Supported and Specialist Housing Strategy, which will shape plans for housing and support services through to 2037.
It covers a wide range of residents, from older people and people with disabilities to those rebuilding their lives after homelessness or domestic abuse.
The aim is to make sure people can find the right home and get the support they need to live as independently as possible, while staying connected to their communities.
Residents, carers, people with lived experience of supported housing and local organisations are being encouraged to share their views. The feedback will help shape the final strategy, expected to go forward for approval in 2027.
Want to have your say? Click here to take part in the consultation.
New Spanish Restaurant Opens Next Month
The team behind El Gato Negro, one of the most celebrated tapas restaurants in the Manchester and Liverpool are opening a little sister Wine Bar and Kitchen - EL Gatito at MediaCity on 6th November.
El Gatito is a more relaxed, all-day version of the El Gato Negro experience. Spanish-inspired small plates, loaded focaccias, sharing boards and a drinks menu built around wine, beer, cocktails and sangria. They also serve slow-cooked beef short rib, Catalan chorizo, gambas pil pil and manchego churros on the tapas side.
You can enjoy a 3 for £15 offer on selected dishes between 12pm and 4pm Monday to Friday and all day Sunday. Daily happy hour runs from 4pm to 6pm with £5 pints and £5 sangria. The restaurant opens out onto an outdoor terrace which in the summer will be a lovely chill spot.
And before its official launch, there is a free pop-up on 29th October outside the restaurant giving away coffees and bocatas from 11am and tapas and sangria from 2pm - first come, first served. Click here to learn more.
📍Unit B, Orange Tower, Media City, M50 2HF
🐹 Pet of the Week: Meet Muffin
Muffin has had a bit of a journey and now needs a place where she feels safe, understood and loved.
She was passed around a few homes after some difficulties getting along with other guinea pigs, but the people who know her best say it’s because she is a strong character who needs the right companion.
She needs a calm and easy going boar or sow who is happy to let her be the boss. And in return, you get one of the most sociable little pets.
She enjoys head strokes for as long as you will give them and will happily stay put for ages if there is dried forage too. However, one important thing to note is Muffin does not like spring greens.
Muffin also needs an indoor setup of at least 5x2 c and c grids, a slow-bond approach with any new piggy pals and no speedy introductions.
If you have the experience and the patience, adopting Muffin will absolutely be worth it. Click here to learn more.
Exciting things to do this Weekend
This section includes only the major events happening soon in Salford. It's going to be a bit cooler, so here's a few ways to spend it well:
Martin Cunliffe performing at The new Oxford | 24th October, 10:00 pm (Free)
📍11 Bexley Square, Salford, M3 6DB
Description: Manchester-based solo artist Martin Cunliffe brings a powerhouse voice and infectious energy to every performance, delivering a dynamic setlist spanning four decades of chart-topping hits.
AMAZONS - Autumn Contemporary Season | 24th October, 8:00pm (Tickets)
📍The Lowry
Description: A recent sellout show at the Edinburgh Fringe, Amazons presents a compelling and mesmerising retelling of the stories of women from the world’s largest forest.
Fou performing at Tangerine | 24th October 3:00 pm (Free)
📍13-17 New Bailey Street, Salford, M3 5FS
Description: Get ready for an unforgettable night of music at Tangerine. Manchester-based DJ Fou is bringing 15 years of expertise to the decks, delivering an expertly curated blend of Motown, soul, R&B, drum and bass, hip hop, dancehall and so much more.
Rockfit Manchester Halloween Rockathon | 24th October, 4pm - 8pm (Tickets)
📍Salford Lads and Girls club
Description: ITS THAT TIME AGAIN. Spooky season is upon us, Gothmas if you will.
Halloween Haunted Trail | 24th October, 4:30pm - 7pm (Tickets)
📍Princes Park Garden Centre, M44 6BR
Description: Explore a trail packed with spooky surprises... Halloween fun for all ages. Play mini Halloween games, win sweets, win prizes and collect treats along the way. Fancy dress welcome.
Corruption Bounce The Slaughter Factory | 24th October 7:00pm til 3:00am (Last entry 12:00am) (Tickets)
📍Concept Haus in Salford M6 6WF
Description: CORRUPTION BOUNCE presents THE SLAUGHTER FACTORY Our first-ever Halloween takeover lands at CONCEPT HAUS, Salford! Expect insane décor, huge production, and non-stop energy. This won’t be your average Halloween Rave… 🔥🎃
Children's Halloween Disco | 24th October 3pm - 6pm (Tickets)
📍Monton Bowling and Social Club M30 9NE
Description: Get the costumes ready for an afternoon of spooky fun!
From Cane to Court: Sugar Workshop | 25th October 12noon (Free)
📍Ordsall Hall
Description: In this hands-on workshop, participants will first be shown how to shape and decorate sugar-paste from an early modern recipe. Using simple tools and natural colours, you’ll be able create beautiful delicacies!The Wagon Train Finale | 25th October 6pm(Free)
📍Seedley Park
Description: This not-to-be-missed extravaganza is all in aid of #Salford100, inspired by the city's industry, the Salford Sioux and a summer of unmissable cultural events in communities across our city, free and open to all!
Frankenstein's Monster Mash | 27th October 10am - 12pm (Free)
📍Kargo MKT, Salford
Description: Get ready for the most monstrous dance party of the year at Frankie's Monster Mash! Frankenstein and his spooky friends are throwing a fang-tastic bash, and you’re invited!Halloween Creative Party | 27th October, 7pm - 9pm (Tickets)
📍Morning Star, Swinton M27 9QW
Description: Join us for a Halloween Creative Party filled with spooky fun! Enjoy canvas painting, mini cast painting, and themed crafts—all with a Halloween twist. Whether you're into creepy, cute, or classic, there's something for everyone to create and take home.
Museum of Memorabilia Touring Salford Libraries | 28th October 1:30-3:30pm (Free)
📍Irlam Library
Description: Take a trip down memory lane with Domenico Vaughan and his Museum of Memorabilia as we take a look at items from the past to bring back a lifetime of memories. This is a FREE drop-in event and refreshments will be provided.
Digitober | 28th October 10am–2pm (Free)
📍Langworthy Cornerstone, 451 Liverpool Street, M6 5QQ
Description: This October, we are bringing DIGITOBER into the heart of Langworthy with a free Digital Inclusion Awareness Day at Langworthy Cornerstone. 🧑💻📱 We're bringing together organisations, digital experts and community partners to create a day of practical help, friendly advice and useful workshops for local residents.Autumn Half Term activities for families (Free)
📍Mon 26 Oct | 12–2pm – Brookhouse Community Centre, M30 7QH
📍Wed 28 Oct | 1–3pm – The Lighthouse, M50 1RE
Peel parkrun | Every Saturday 9am
📍Peel Park, The Crescent, Salford, M5 4WU
Description: A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you!
Things to do - Greater Manchester (Not more than10 miles from Salford)
Signal Games
Time for this week’s game! 🟩🟨
Hint - The name could belong in a history book, but this Salford pub is better known for what’s on the menu.
Difficulty Level - Medium
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