What's On Herts April - June 2022 by What's On Herts Magazine

Covering Harpenden, Wheathampstead, Redbourn & surrounding villages.

April to June 2022

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Diary Of Events See pages 30 - 50

Handmade In Harpenden 5 Year Anniversary

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Spring 2022 Contents Welcome to the Spring edition of What’s On Herts, brought to you by Your Local Media. Moving from Winter to Spring is my favourite seasonal transition. I love the way in which the morning and evenings get gradually lighter and I take great pleasure in Savouring these extra minutes of the daylight each day.

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Pages 30 - 50 Pages 51 – 55 Pages 56 - 60 Pages 61 - 71 Pages 72 - 73 Pages 74 - 75

As the days get longer and brighter we can take more advantage of what the great outdoors has to offer, if you check out our Diary of events section on pages 30 – 49 where there is an abundance of activities which will get you outside over the coming months, especially with events like the Childwickbury Arts Fair, Harpenden Carnival and Herts show, so there’s no excuse for not getting out.

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ENERGY BILL REBATE: PAY YOUR COUNCIL TAX BY DIRECT DEBIT TO RECEIVE IT QUICKLY It is estimated, that around half of the District’s 60,000 households will be eligible. The payment was announced by the Government in February and is intended to help people cope with rising energy costs. It will be paid directly to a bank account and it does not have to be repaid.

Residents in St Albans District are urged to claim a £150 rebate off their energy bills quickly by paying their Council Tax by direct debit. The cash payment will be paid to most households who live in properties which are banded A to D for Council Tax. People in receipt of Council Tax Support are also entitled to the payment, but it will not be paid out to empty or second-home properties.

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Councillor Karen Young, Lead Councillor with responsibility for Council Tax for St Albans City and District Council, said: We want people to receive this rebate as quickly as possible. The guidance we have from the Government is that we can pay the £150 straight into the bank accounts of households who pay their Council Tax by direct debit. Around 80% of our households already pay by direct debit and it is by far the easiest and most convenient way to do so. Residents in Band A to D properties who don’t pay by direct debit will receive the payment eventually, but there will be an application process during which we may need to request copies of bank statements. So, it will take some time. Cllr Young added: For people who pay by direct debit, we hope to make the majority of payments by late April. Residents can sign up for direct debit payments at www.stalbans.gov.uk/MyStAlbans Alternatively, they can download a form at www.stalbans.gov.uk/paying-your-council-tax Residents have until around Wednesday 16 March to sign up for direct debit for the first of the 2022/23 Council Tax payments to be taken on Friday 1 April. Residents on a low income living in properties banded E to H may be entitled to the £150 payment through a discretionary scheme operated by the Council. Details about this will be published shortly. For further information please visit www.gov.uk/ government/news/households-urged-to-getready-for-150-council-tax-rebate

THE SITUATION IN UKRAINE AND HOW YOU CAN HELP... Transporting those goods hundreds of miles is also very costly and slow in comparison to the more immediate impact that financial donations can have on those in need. Therefore, the focus is on financial donations to: The British Red Cross www.donate.redcross.org.uk/appeal/ukraine-crisis-appeal The UNHCR refugee agency – www.donate.unrefugees.org.uk/general/~my-donation The Hertfordshire Strategic Migration Steering Group has considered how local councils can best direct people who wish to support Ukraine migrants. Financial donations to organisations that have a presence in our area are very welcome. It would be helpful if people do not donate goods. This is because collecting supplies can be a complex and time consuming.

UNICEF - www.unicef.org.uk/donate/ The Association of Ukrainians in Great Britain www.gofundme.com/f/helpukraine Save the Children - www.savethechildren.org.uk This advice was correct at the time of printing in March, so please check online for current advice on how to help in this ever changing situation: www.stalbans.gov.uk/news/situation-ukraine

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Harpenden Poppy Appeal Organisers, Rosemary and Beverley, would like to thank most sincerely the people of Harpenden and District who donated to the 2021 Poppy Appeal. To date they have raised the magnificent sum of £24,707.44 which will enable The Royal British Legion to continue its vital work to make a difference to the lives of Servicemen and Women, Veterans and their loved ones. As the Poppy Appeal year runs to 30th September, 2022 they still have time to increase this figure.

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A very big thank you must also go to all those who willingly go out in all weathers collecting and distributing. They sincerely hope that you will continue to help in the coming years. If you would like to support or help with the Poppy Appeal in Harpenden, please do not hesitate to give our Poppy Appeal Organiser Rosemary a call on 07983 429771 or our Deputy Poppy Appeal Organiser Beverley on 07752 718412. If you are a Veteran or Serving Personnel who requires advice or support, please telephone our contact centre on 0808 802 8080. “LIVE ON – TO THE MEMORY OF THE FALLEN AND THE FUTURE OF THE LIVING”

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HARPENDEN TRUST ANNUAL SENIORS FAIR Tuesday 5 April 2022 • The Eric Morecambe Centre, Rothamsted Park • 10.30am – 1.30pm - Free Entry A wide variety of local organisations will be in attendance to promote what is on offer for seniors locally at this popular annual event. So come along and find out what’s available, either for yourself, a family member, friend, or neighbour. Visitors will find a mix of charities, voluntary and commercial organisations - and a wealth of opportunities, information, and ideas. The Harpenden Trust Seniors Fair is an excellent source of information about local amenities, groups, services, organisations, and trades people relevant to the Senior community in Harpenden. For more information, please contact us on admin@theharpendentrust.org.uk or call 01582 460457

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Gillian Brown, Osteopath and co-owner of Harpenden Sportsnspinal clinic helps many patients ﬁnd a solution to their unresolved back and neck pain using IDD therapy (Intervertebral disc decompression). This cutting-edge medical technology deals with more severe spinal issues that require more than manual therapy. Don’t take our word for it.... Colin, Hitchin: "IDD Therapy was my last resort after over a year of excruciating leg and back pain. The pain was affecting both my work and sleeping and making me feel depressed. I found the treatment very relaxing and even fell asleep during treatments. It has been life-changing and after 15 sessions I am now pain free. I would highly recommend to you if you have sciatica“ Monica, Harpenden: "After 2 years of not being able to compete at my favourite sport, tennis, I have ﬁnally found a treatment that is getting me active again. Gillian Brown at Sportsnspinal in Harpenden recommended this brilliant method of traction using the latest technology called IDD. It's helping release the pressure on my lower back discs and the results are phenomenal. I've gone from being scared to run to competing at international level in a year. I get to lie down on the machine for 26 mins of chill time while it works its magic. No regrets here"

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IMPROVING SERVICES FOR RESIDENTS – TWO KEY STRATEGIES AGREED

Two new strategies for improving the way people can access public services have been approved by St Albans City and District Council. The Council has been looking to make it easier for residents, businesses and community groups to carry out transactions and gain information or advice. This has involved a number of ambitious initiatives in recent years including the redesign of the Council’s website and the creation of the online MyStAlbans District account. The latter allows registered users to complete numerous actions at the touch of a button such as paying Council Tax or ordering car parking vouchers. It also provides information specific to the user’s location such as waste collection dates. A new Digital and ICT Strategy as well as a Customer Services Strategy were adopted by a meeting of the Council’s Policy Committee on Thursday 10 February. These cover the years until 2024 and are intended to map the way forward for further improvements. Since April 2020 as the pandemic got underway, there has been a significant rise of 136% in the number of households that have signed up for a MyStAlbans account taking the total to 45,261. Each month there are an average of 2,390 service requests made by users through the portal, actions that in past years would have had to be conducted by phone, letter or visits to Council offices. The District’s population is predicted to rise from its current figure of 149,000 to 178,000 by 2040, increasing demand for the Council’s services. A majority should be able to access services online, but the Council will remain aware that a small proportion of residents will have to be engaged by other means. Councillor Karen Young,Vice Chair of the Policy Committee and Lead Councillor with Responsibility for Digital Transformation, said after the meeting: “We have made great advances in changing the ways we communicate with residents and other customers. We’ve allowed more transactions to be completed digitally making it easier to deal with the Council and provided more information through MyStAlbans and our website. We have encouraged residents and businesses to interact with us digitally, rather than having to come to our offices, saving them and us time and money and we will continue to work on further improvements to this. However, we remain committed to supporting those customers who are unable to use online services or who have complex issues. Our strategies ensure we will continue to provide for their needs.”

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Thursday 2nd June Harpenden Town Council is organising an exciting Community Festival to kick off the Town’s celebrations. Start Time: 12:00pm End Time: 6:00pm HTC are thrilled to announce that the event, based on Harpenden Common, will include live music and entertainment, food and drink stalls, outdoor tables and community seating, games, face painting interactive performances and many more exciting family friendly activities.. 9.45pm - Beacon Lighting on Harpenden Common In keeping with the long tradition of celebrating the very best of Royal occasions, Harpenden will be taking part in the national beacon lighting UK in the evening of 2 June 2022. Hosted by the Mayor of Harpenden, this will be a memorable and exciting occasion on Harpenden Common. For more information please visit: www.harpenden.gov.uk/jubilee Churches, schools and other local groups will be organising various events to celebrate the Platinum Jubilee. HTC look forward to sharing information about these in the coming months. In the mean time, HTC would like to hear about your plans; are you organising a party or is your group taking part in something special? We would love to help you promote and showcase your event. Please send details to claire.ahmed@harpenden.gov.uk or via our social channels. We will be regularly updating our website and Social Media channels with useful information, so keep up to date. www.harpenden.gov.uk/jubilee

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GUIDANCE ON HOW TO DONATE A MEMORIAL BENCH Guidance for people who wish to set up a memorial bench in St Albans District to honour a loved one has been agreed. The document provides essential information on key issues such as popular locations, bench styles and the duration of the tribute. St Albans City and District Council often gets enquiries about benches for Verulamium and Clarence Parks, its three cemeteries and other green spaces. Now it has drawn up a policy to clarify such arrangements including a list of approved benches that have been chosen to fit in with different locations. Members of the public can request a bench and plaque with a quote for the cost being provided on a case-to-case basis. Benches will be donated for ten years after which there is an opportunity to renew the arrangement. The Council will carry out maintenance, cleaning and repair as part of the contract. The precise spot where the bench is installed will need to be agreed by Council staff often in consultation with ward Councillors. People who donate a bench or who have do so in the past are asked to keep the Council informed of any changes to their contact details by emailing greenspaces@stalbans.gov. or sending a letter to Parks and Green Spaces, Civic Centre, St Peter’s Street, St Albans.AL1 3JE. For more information please visit www.stalbans.gov.uk/memorial-benches

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Ray Mears ‘We Are Nature’ Tour Recently we have learnt to value our green spaces more than ever. In this fascinating, inspirational, and educational show, Ray will be demonstrating and explaining techniques that will help us improve our senses and highlight the problems nature faces today. It is time to cease being frustrated and act now to prevent crimes against nature and the environment. Come and celebrate the importance of the Wilderness to us all. Doors Open at 6.30pm, Auditorium 7.00pm and show starts at 7.30pm. Tickets available by calling the Box Office on 01727 844488 or visit www.alban-arena.co.uk Venue: Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St Albans, Hertfordshire AL1 3LD.

That’ll Be The Day That’ll be the Day reaches another milestone in 2020 as it celebrates its 35th anniversary! From humble beginnings, the show has grown into a “must see” attraction all over the UK, coming up with a new production from its multi-talented cast year after year. Unashamedly nostalgic, TBTD takes its audience on a rollercoaster ride through the ‘golden’ age of Rock and Roll and Pop. Doors Open at 6.30pm, Auditorium 7.00pm and show starts at 7.30pm. Tickets available by calling the Box Office on 01727 844488 or visit www.alban-arena.co.uk Venue: Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St Albans, Hertfordshire AL1 3LD.

Nish Kumar Control is a new show from the host of the Mash Report and one of the Guardian’s Top Fifty Comedians of the 21st Century. As seen on Live at the Apollo, Taskmaster and more. Kumar is the smartest, and often the silliest, political comic we’ve got: acute, furious and often the ridiculous fall guy of his own jokes” The Guardian “One of the best young comedians we have” The Times. Doors Open at 6.30pm, Auditorium 7.00pm and show starts at 7.30pm. Tickets available by calling the Box Office on 01727 844488 or visit www.alban-arena.co.uk Venue: Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St Albans, Hertfordshire AL1 3LD.

Harpenden Floral Decoration Club Demonstration of flowers by Christine Long “Are you Sitting Comfortably”, at 2 pm at the Salvation Army Hall, Leyton Green, Harpenden AL5 2TG. All visitors very welcome details 01582 621757.

RAPUNZEL Various Show times – See website for times A tangled musical adventure! Let your hair down in a brand new adaptation of the popular fairy tale ‘RAPUNZEL’Scott Ritchie Productions proudly presents this exciting and fun adventure. This production promises to be a theatrical treat for audiences of all ages, featuring a witty script, original music and some songs you may already know. Get tangled up with a host of loveable characters from this magical fairy tale. With an exciting opportunity to meet the characters after the show, this is sure to be a “hair-raising” production that you won’t want to miss! Tickets available by calling the Box Office on 01727 844488 or visit www.alban-arena.co.uk Venue: Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St Albans, Hertfordshire AL1 3LD.

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An Evening with Dolly Parton (Tribute) The Rags to Rhinestones Story is a dynamic, high energy theatre production that is widely accepted as the foremost tribute to Dolly Parton. It is performed by the award-winning Julia Martin, and has been delivered to audiences around the world, with standing ovations on every occasion. Doors Open at 6.30pm, Auditorium 7.00pm and show starts at 7.30pm. Tickets available at the Box Office on 01582 767525 or by visiting www.the-emc.co.uk Venue: The Eric Morecambe Centre, Rothamsted Park, Harpenden, Herts, AL5 2FR.

The Sensational 60’s Experience The biggest and best 60’s show touring the UK for one night only. With a brand new production for 2022. The Sensational 60’s Experience brings you a three hour 60’s spectacular of pure nostalgia. The show with the definite feel good factor will transport you back to that magical decade that was the 1960’s. Five legendary names take to the stage and deliver to you a night never to be forgotten where you’ll find it impossible to remain in your seat. Doors Open at 6.30pm, Auditorium 7.00pm and show starts at 7.30pm. Tickets available by calling the Box Office on 01727 844488 or visit www.alban-arena.co.uk Venue: Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St Albans, Hertfordshire AL1 3LD.

Thank ABBA For The Music Thank ABBA For The Music is a two-hour theatre spectacular that captures all of the magic and excitement of one of pop history’s most successful and iconic bands. With stunning costumes, a 7-piece live band, interactive video projection and of course ABBA’s spectacular trademark harmonies this is the ultimate feel-good party show! Open at 6.30pm, Auditorium 7.00pm and show starts at 7.30pm. Tickets available at the Box Office on 01582 767525 or by visiting www.the-emc.co.uk Venue: The Eric Morecambe Centre, Rothamsted Park, Harpenden, Herts, AL5 2FR.

Fastlove – Everything She Wants Tour The World’s largest George Michael celebration FASTLOVE is back with a brand new show for 2022. Now touring in 18 countries, FASTLOVE has quickly become a global phenomenon and you can be a part of it on this amazing journey for a night like no other.There will only ever be one George Michael and this show pays tribute to all his incredible music, his life and the great man himself. Doors Open at 6.30pm, Auditorium 7.00pm and show starts at 7.30pm. Tickets available by calling the Box Office on 01727 844488 or visit www.alban-arena.co.uk Venue: Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St Albans, Hertfordshire AL1 3LD.

Fireman Sam Show Times 10.30am & 1pm When all of his friends go away, Norman Price decides to find adventure in Pontypandy and become the star of a visiting circus. But with a tiger on the loose and faulty lights, the adventure soon turns to danger. Tickets available by calling the Box Office on 01727 844488 or visit www.alban-arena.co.uk Venue: Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St Albans, Hertfordshire AL1 3LD. 31

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Harpenden Record Fair

10am – 4pm. Free Admission Whether you’re a collector or browser, there’s music for all tastes in all formats from a hall full of dealers selling music on vinyl and CDs as well as DVDs, memorabilia and books. Pick up that rarity that’s been eluding you for years or catch a bargain: our sellers are here to buy, sell or trade! For more information please visit: www. the-emc.co.uk/events

A Head Full Of Coldplay

A Head Full of Coldplay brings an evening of hits and classic album tracks from the one and only: Coldplay. In this great new show, you will experience the passion and recreation of many of the band’s biggest songs and lesser played but equally as loved album tracks from the bands 20 years at the very top. From songs across every album from Parachutes to Music of the Spheres, such as: ‘Yellow’, ‘Charlie Brown’, ‘Viva La Vida’ and ‘Clocks’ to lesser played favourites, ‘Cemeteries of London’, ‘Talk’, ‘Major Minus’ and ’42’. A unique show for every Coldplay fan. Open at 7pm, Auditorium 7.30pm and show starts at 8pm. Tickets available at the Box Office on 01582 767525 or by visiting www.the-emc.co.uk Venue: The Eric Morecambe Centre, Rothamsted Park, Harpenden, Herts, AL5 2FR.

Tudor Legacies at Hatfield House We are looking forward to welcoming back the Tudor Legacies- a living history group of Tudor enthusiasts. Visitors will have the exciting opportunity to interact and engage with Henry VIII, his six wives and his children & many other historical characters. Find out what it was really like to be married to one of history’s most infamous kings…Come and meet the personalities behind the portraits as all six wives regale you with their own individual experiences within a royal court full of scandal, intrigue and beheadings. Also featuring little Princess Elizabeth, the future Queen of England, Elizabeth I and the daughter of Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn. 11.30am – Stable Yard and 1:00pm – Palace Green. For more information please visit: www.hatfield-house.co.uk

Tim Vine is Plastic Elvis - Please note that this is not a stand-up comedy show The total sell out at the Edinburgh festival is now on tour! Feel the electricity as Plastic Elvis hits the stage backed by his incredible five piece THE HIGH NOON BAND. He’ll shake, he’ll smoulder, he’ll try and control his hair and in the end he’ll break your heart. Sing along with some of the King’s greatest songs on a breathless night of rock’n’roll. Doors Open at 6.30pm, Auditorium 7.00pm and show starts at 7.30pm. Tickets available by calling the Box Office on 01727 844488 or visit www.alban-arena.co.uk Venue: Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St Albans, Hertfordshire AL1 3LD. Russian State Opera Carmen - The Russian State Opera presents… Featuring an impressive cast and accompanied by a live Orchestra numbering over 30 musicians After its successful season of Madama Butterfly and Tosca, Russian State Opera returns to delight you with the powerful and dramatic production of Carmen – feel the thrill of fiery passion, jealousy and violence of 19th century Seville Bizet’s most popular opera. Doors Open at 6.30pm, Auditorium 7.00pm and show starts at 7.30pm. Tickets available by calling the Box Office on 01727 844488 or visit www.alban-arena.co.uk Venue: Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St Albans, Hertfordshire AL1 3LD.

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ZOG & The Flying Doctors - Event Time 4.30pm

Based on the book by Julia Donaldson & Axel Scheffler THE ROAR-SOME CREW ARE BACK FOR A BRAND NEW ADVENTURE! Zog, super keen student turned air-ambulance, still lands with a crash-bang-thump. Together with his Flying Doctor crew, Princess Pearl and Sir Gadabout, they tend to a sunburnt mermaid, a unicorn with one too many horns and a lion with the flu. However, Pearl’s uncle, the King, has other ideas about whether princesses should be doctors, and she’s soon locked up in the castle back in a crown and a silly frilly dress! Most suitable for ages 3+ but all ages welcome. Tickets available at the Box Office on 01582 767525 or by visiting www.the-emc.co.uk Venue: The Eric Morecambe Centre, Rothamsted Park, Harpenden, Herts, AL5 2FR. For more information please visit: www. the-emc.co.uk/events

From The Jam

From the Jam will tour the UK celebrating the 40th Anniversary of The Jam’s 4th studio album ‘Setting Sons’. The critically acclaimed album reached #4 in the UK and was the band’s first album to enter the US charts. Succeeding ‘All Mod Cons’, the album became a commercial success, earning them their first top ten hit single – ‘The Eton Rifles’. Doors Open at 7pm, Auditorium 7.30pm and show starts at 8.00pm. Tickets available by calling the Box Office on 01727 844488 or visit www.alban-arena.co.uk Venue: Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St Albans, Hertfordshire AL1 3LD.

Easter Fun Fair

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The Easter Fun Fair returns to Harpenden Common on Thursday 14th April to Monday 18th April with exciting rides for all ages. Times will be confirmed nearer to the date of this event and may vary. For more information please visit: www.harpenden.gov.uk/event

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10am – 4pm Organised by Friends of Harpenden Academy, this fantastic Easter Egg Hunt includes 10 clues which lead to Easter themed signs erected across the Common. Once all the clues are solved, the children can collect their egg from the Cricket Club. At the Cricket Club we will have a refreshment stall, bake stall and face painting. To book - www.foha.co.uk/fohashop/events/easter-egg-hunt

ZOG & The Flying Doctors - Event Times 10.30am, 1.30pm & 4.30pm

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Trail around Knebworth Gardens to gather all the Easter clues and solve the word jumble. There will also be a craft activity available between 12pm and 3pm. Trail sheets are available on arrival for £1 and are free to Season Ticket Holders. Under 3’s will need to purchase a Trail Sheet if they wish to take part and claim a prize. Last starting time for the Trail is 3pm. This ticket will include access to Knebworth Park, Gardens, Adventure Playground with Fort Knebworth and Dinosaur Trail. For more information please visit: www.knebworthhouse.com/events/

Rave On – The Rise of Rock and Roll

Charting the meteoric rise of Rock and Roll, Rave On is a thrilling tour through music’s most revolutionary decades. Prepare to be enthralled as the Bluejays recreate note perfect renditions of the songs that changed the world forever. Featuring the greatest hits of Rock and Roll’s golden era, Rave On brings you the sounds of Elvis Presley, Buddy Holly, Chuck Berry, The Beatles, Neil Sedaka, The Kinks, Connie Francis, Lulu, The Shadows and many more. Rave On is a musical experience like no other. Doors Open at 6.30pm, Auditorium 7.00pm and show starts at 7.30pm. Tickets available by calling the Box Office on 01727 844488 or visit www.alban-arena.co.uk Venue: Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St Albans, Hertfordshire AL1 3LD.

The Mad Hatter’s Tea Party

Take a trip down the proverbial rabbit hole with Brother Wolf’s groundbreaking production of one of the most beloved stories of all time. Fantastical and utterly bonkers, “The Mad Hatter’s Tea Party” is a mind-bending new twist on Lewis Carroll’s immortal classic. So grab your seat at The Hatter’s table and get ready for the weirdest and wildest party this side of Wonderland! Doors Open at 6.30pm, Auditorium 7.00pm and show starts at 7.30pm. Tickets available by calling the Box Office on 01727 844488 or visit www.alban-arena.co.uk Venue: Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St Albans, Hertfordshire AL1 3LD.

Ian Ashpitel & Jonty Stephens as Eric & Ern

For all the family from 8 to 108 Eric and Ern is a brilliant homage to Morecambe and Wise crammed full of those famous comedy sketches, from Grieg’s Piano Concerto, Mr Memory… ’Arsenal’, to the paper bag trick!From the Olivier Award nominated duo Ian Ashpitel and Jonty Stephens, this nostalgic show evokes memories of a time when whole families would huddle around the telly on Sunday evenings.Bringing you sunshine, this show is full of Morecambe and Wise’s most loved routines, songs and sketches and of course a musical guest.This show hits all the right notes! Doors Open at 6.30pm, Auditorium 7.00pm and show starts at 7.30pm. Tickets available by calling the Box Office on 01727 844488 or visit www.alban-arena.co.uk Venue: Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St Albans, Hertfordshire AL1 3LD.

Sandi Toksvig Live! Next Slide Please…

Following the sell-out 2019 tour of National Trevor, the comedian, broadcaster, writer, campaigner and all-round good egg, returns to over 35 UK theatres with her brand-new show, Next Slide Please… In an evening of warmth, love and laughter, Sandi will explore reasons to be cheerful after many long months of coronacoaster gloom. Expect fascinatingly funny facts, silly jokes and a quick-fire Q&A. Open at 6.30pm, Auditorium 7.00pm and show starts at 7.30pm. Tickets available by calling the Box Office on 01727 844488 or visit www.alban-arena.co.uk Venue: Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St Albans, Hertfordshire AL1 3LD.

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A Night Out With Rory Bremner In this exclusive event, Rory Bremner talks about his incredibly varied career: as impressionist, satirist, writer and what motivates his comedy and political bite. And how his impression of John Major was so realistic he inadvertently thwarted a revolt of Tory MPs against him! There will also be an opportunity for the audience to put questions to Rory direct. Doors Open at 7.00pm, Auditorium 7.30pm and show starts at 8.00pm. Tickets available at the Box Office on 01582 767525 or by visiting www.the-emc.co.uk Venue: The Eric Morecambe Centre, Rothamsted Park, Harpenden, Herts, AL5 2FR. For more information please visit: www. the-emc.co.uk/events.

Dom Joly Dom Joly is best known as the creator of Trigger Happy TV. And now the writer and broadcaster is undertaking his first UK tour since 2011, giving fans a rare opportunity to see him live. Dom will be talking about his exploits as a serial globe-trotting and seeker of dangerous travel spots. From North Korea though the Congo and Syria to Chernobyl, he’s visited some of the most unusual places on the planet. Open at 6.30pm, Auditorium 7.00pm and show starts at 7.30pm. Tickets available by calling the Box Office on 01727 844488 or visit www.alban-arena.co.uk Venue: Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St Albans, Hertfordshire AL1 3LD.

Go Now! Music of the Moody Blues An opportunity for fans to experience this timeless music live, in a tribute to the greatest classic rock band of a generation and Rock and Roll Hall Of Famers THE MOODY BLUES. Doors Open at 6.30pm, Auditorium 7.00pm and show starts at 7.30pm. Tickets available at the Box Office on 01582 767525 or by visiting www.the-emc.co.uk Venue: The Eric Morecambe Centre, Rothamsted Park, Harpenden, Herts, AL5 2FR. For more information please visit: www. the-emc.co.uk/events.

A Luther Vandross Celebration The World’s premier show in celebration of ‘The Velvet Voice’ experience all the hits from his amazing career, culminating over 40 million album sales and eight Grammy awards including many of the greatest dance anthems and love songs ever written, fronted by international Luther Vandross tribute Harry Cambridge and his 10 piece band. Open at 6.30pm, Auditorium 7.00pm and show starts at 7.30pm. Tickets available by calling the Box Office on 01727 844488 or visit www.alban-arena.co.uk Venue: Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St Albans, Hertfordshire AL1 3LDFor more information and tickets call 01582 767525 or visit www.harpendenpublichalls.co.uk

Harpenden Bowling Club Come and Try day From 2.00pm to 6.00pm. Saturday 23 April. Spenser Road AL5 5NN – 80 yards from Milton Road. Bowls has not changed but the people playing it have. There are no pipes, ties or blazers! We play for fun as social bowlers and compete with other Clubs in Friendly Matches. Many members compete in County and other Competitions some reaching the National Finals at Leamington, venue for the Commonwealth Games. We have a lively social programme throughout the year. Please wear flat soled trainers on the day and come and have a go on the best green in Hertfordshire – you will be amazed as soon as you see it. Check us out at our website: www.harpendenbowlingclub.co.uk

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The Illegal Eagles The Illegal Eagles return to The Alban Arena in 2020 for another outstanding show promising more of their trademark musical prowess, acute attention to detail and incredible showmanship. This critically acclaimed show features the very best from the Eagles’ catalogue of classics including ’Hotel California’, ‘Desperado’, ‘Take It Easy’, ‘New Kid In Town’, ‘Life In The Fast Lane’ and many more… Open at 6.30pm, Auditorium 7.00pm and show starts at 7.30pm. Tickets available by calling the Box Office on 01727 844488 or visit www.alban-arena.co.uk Venue: Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St Albans, Hertfordshire AL1 3LD.

Common People 90’s indie night at The Pioneer Club - Event Time 8pm – 1am Common People 90’s indie nights are back at the St. Albans Pioneer for 2022! Expect the usual good times, 90s indie bangers, and forgotten classics! All the classics you’d expect and some you wouldn’t. Remember if it’s danceable it’s in. See you on the dance floor! Event Address: The Pioneer Club, Heathlands Drive, Harpenden Road, St Albans AL3 5AY. For more information visit: www.pioneerclub.co.uk

CJ’s Birds of Prey Displays Experience - 11am – 3pm CJ’s Birds of Prey Displays are delighted to be visiting Hatfield Park with their majestic birds of prey. The display will include a variety of birds including the second strongest Eagle the Crowned Hawk Eagle, the stunning Snowy Owl and more. There will be free photographic opportunities and our team will also be on hand to answer your many questions. Visiting the display will remain FREE of charge, but you will be required to purchase a park ticket to access the grounds. Access to the West Gardens & Woodland Walks additionally remains included in your ticket price, CJ’s Birds of Prey plan to display their birds on the ‘Cricket Pitch’, located immediately opposite the visitor gate entrance of Hatfield Park. Due to various projects that take place within the grounds of Hatfield Park across the season, the exact location may be amended closer to the event date, but will remain obvious and accessible to visitors. For more information visit: www.hatfield-house.co.uk Harpenden Bowling Club Come and Try evening From 5.00pm to 7.30pm. Tuesday 26 April. Spenser Road AL5 5NN – 80 yards from Milton Road. As well as playing, we have a lively social programme throughout the year. Please wear flat soled trainers on the day and come and have a go on the best green in Hertfordshire – you will be amazed as soon as you see it. Check us out at our website: www.harpendenbowlingclub.co.uk

Creative writing at Books On The Hill- Essential skills If you have the urge to write, this is an opportunity to develop your essential skills. In the creative and inspiring atmosphere of Books on the Hill’s reading room, you will learn about the most fundamental techniques of writing. In these well-structured sessions, tutor, Clare Hobba, will also provide inspirational prompts and starting points to launch you on your own writing journey. There will be the opportunity to share and review one another’s writing in class. The course will take place over four sessions which will last 2 hours each, taking place on Wednesday mornings from 10am to 12pm. The first session will take place on the 27th April and will continue weekly until our last session taking place on 18th May 2022. Event address: Books On The Hill, Holywell Hill, St Albans. For more info please visit: www.books-on-the-hill.co.uk

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The Foundations were one of the biggest groups of the Swinging Sixties! With the international chart-toppers ‘Build Me Up Buttercup’ and ‘Baby Now That I’ve Found You’. Plus a string of other hits like ‘Back On My Feet Again’, ‘Any Old Time (You’re Lonely And Sad)’, ‘In The Bad Bad Old Days (Before You Loved Me)’ and ‘Born To Live, Born To Die’. Now original lead guitarist/vocalist Alan Warner is keeping the magnificent sound of The Foundations alive with a group of hugely talented musicians. Doors Open at 7pm, Auditorium 7.30pm and show starts at 8.00pm. Tickets available at the Box Office on 01582 767525 or by visiting www.the-emc.co.uk Venue: The Eric Morecambe Centre, Rothamsted Park, Harpenden, Herts, AL5 2FR. For more information please visit: www. the-emc.co.uk/events

Hertfordshire Garden Show at Knebworth House

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exhibitors attending the show with a wide variety of goods on display and for sale including garden furniture, water features, tools, sculptures and more. This ticket will include access to Knebworth Park, Gardens, Adventure Playground with Fort Knebworth and Dinosaur Trail. Book online before your visit for a reduced rate. Full priced tickets will also be available at the entrance on the day of your visit. Under 3’s are welcome free of charge. For information on admission for Essential carers please visit www.knebworthhouse.com/accessibility Event Address: Old Knebworth Ln, Stevenage SG1 2AX.

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The Plant Fairs Road show at Hatfield House - Event Time 1pm – 3pm. The Plant Fairs Road show is a collective of specialist nurseries who organise and promote Plant Fairs in the South East. They always offer a wide range of locally grown, garden worthy and often unusual plants. As expert growers and associated organisations we create memorable gardening events at some of the best gardens and venues in our region. This is a great opportunity to buy direct from our friendly and approachable growers and get free advice from our resident Plant Doctor, who is also happy to offer a ‘Personal Shopper’ service for those difficult areas, or inspirational ideas. For More information please visit: www.hatfield-house.co.uk Giovanni Pernice – This Is Me Strictly Come Dancing favourite, Giovanni Pernice, is back in 2021 with his hit show THIS IS ME! The showman is set to light up the stage, along with his cast of professional dancers, for his fifth year of touring.With the Italian’s natural charm, combined with beautiful choreography perfectly complemented by a fabulous soundtrack, THIS IS ME pays homage to the music and dances that have inspired Giovanni’s career, from a competition dancer to one of the biggest names on the hit BBC show. Expect all of your favourite Ballroom and Latin dances and more… Doors Open at 2pm, Auditorium 2.30pm and show starts at 3.00pm. Tickets available by calling the Box Office on 01727 844488 or visit www.alban-arena.co.uk Venue: Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St Albans, Hertfordshire AL1 3LD. 37

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Harris & Baker’s Backstage Pass

Bob Harris & Danny Baker, two of the nation’s best broadcasters, have unparalleled experience of witnessing the great names of modern music up close. They have been back stage, front stage, at home and on the road with virtually every legend in the business. Fortunately they both have great memories (in both senses of that phrase). Make no mistake – rock and soul music really did have a golden age and here’s two storytellers who were there all along the way. It’s a really funny story (in both senses of that phrase too). Bob & Dan. They got beans. And they’re gonna spill ’em. Doors Open at 6.30pm, Auditorium 7.00pm and show starts at 7.30pm. Tickets available by calling the Box Office on 01727 844488 or visit www.alban-arena.co.uk Venue: Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St Albans, Hertfordshire AL1 3LD.

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Harpenden Floral Decoration Club

Demonstration of flowers by Sandie Draper “Full of Eastern Promise”, at 2 pm at the Salvation Army Hall, Leyton Green, Harpenden AL5 2TG. All visitors very welcome details 01582 621757.

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Paul Merton Impro Chums

Paul Merton, Richard Vranch, Suki Webster, Mike McShane and accompanist Kirsty Newton are back on the road in 2022 to visit some of their favourite parts of the UK with another evening of mind-blowing improvisation. The collective improvisational experience embodied in the Chums is a joy to behold. They flex their improvisational muscles to delight and entertain audiences in this country and abroad.“A UNIQUELY PRECIPITOUS BRAND OF FUN” ★★★★ Guardian Open at 7.00pm, Auditorium 7.30pm and show starts at 8.00pm. Tickets available by calling the Box Office on 01727 844488 or visit www.alban-arena.co.uk Venue: Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St Albans, Hertfordshire AL1 3LD.

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BIG EVENT - Living Craft – BIG EVENT

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10am – 5pm Come and enjoy a creative festival offering you an inspirational shopping and crafting experience, workshops and entertainment, a great day out for all the family. Living Crafts showcases the talents of acclaimed designer-makers from across the UK and celebrates contemporary British craft of an exceptional standard. Witness the creative process in action, meet the makers, discover their stories and buy unique designs or even commission a special piece. This event is the go-to destination for excellence in British craft, embracing contemporary making skills alongside our traditional heritage crafts. Venue: Hatfield House, Hertfordshire, AL9 5AB. For more information please visit: www.livingcrafts.co.uk

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Dean Friedman – In Concert - With support from Boothby Graffoe Hailed by critics and fans alike as a one of the finest songwriters of his generation, Dean Friedman has achieved legendary, pop-icon status for chart-topping hits, ‘Ariel’, ‘Lucky Stars’, ‘Lydia’, ‘McDonald’s Girl’ and more. A consummate entertainer, Friedman will be performing songs from throughout his four-decade career, including familiar, radio hits and fan favourites. Invite family and friends and join Friedman for an evening of powerful, poignant and hilarious songs about the ordinary and extraordinary lives we share. Doors Open at 6.30pm, Auditorium 7.00pm and show starts at 7.30pm. Tickets available at the Box Office on 01582 767525 or by visiting www.the-emc.co.uk Venue: The Eric Morecambe Centre, Rothamsted Park, Harpenden, Herts, AL5 2FR. For more information please visit: www. the-emc.co.uk/events

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REM STIPE Automatic For The People - 30TH ANNIVERSARY AUTOMATIC FOR THE PEOPLE Automatic in its entirety plus greatest hits show, it is now over 10 years since they split, R.E.M the stadium band that were entertaining, powerful, groundbreaking with a string of peerless albums running through four decades. R.E.M. remain as the band that saved American Rock. STIPE are the definitive tribute to R.E.M, a full live band show, complete with encyclopaedic knowledge of the original and acclaimed as ‘awesome‘ by Michael Stipe himself. Doors Open at 6.30pm, Auditorium 7.00pm and show starts at 7.30pm. Tickets available at the Box Office on 01582 767525 or by visiting www.the-emc.co.uk Venue: The Eric Morecambe Centre, Rothamsted Park, Harpenden, Herts, AL5 2FR. For more information please visit: www. the-emc.co.uk/events

Tudor Legacies at Hatfield House

We are looking forward to welcoming back the Tudor Legacies- a living history group of Tudor enthusiasts. Visitors will have the exciting opportunity to interact and engage with Henry VIII, his six wives and his children & many other historical characters. Find out what it was really like to be married to one of history’s most infamous kings…Come and meet the personalities behind the portraits as all six wives regale you with their own individual experiences within a royal court full of scandal, intrigue and beheadings. Also featuring little Princess Elizabeth, the future Queen of England, Elizabeth I and the daughter of Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn. 11.30am – Stable Yard and 1:00pm – Palace Green For more information please visit: www.hatfield-house.co.uk

Twirlywoos - Various Show Times 2pm & 4.30pm Join Great BigHoo, Toodloo, Chickedy, Chick and their friends as they discover the wonderful world around us! Expect mischief, music and plenty of surprises as they set sail in their big red boat. The funny, loveable Twirlywoos are brought to life on stage with beautifully inventive puppetry promising an hour of colourful fun and laughter.From the producers of The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show and Sarah and Duck Live on Stage, Twirlywoos Live is an enchanting introduction to theatre for all ages. Tickets available by calling the Box Office on 01727 844488 or visit www.alban-arena.co.uk Venue: Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St Albans, Hertfordshire AL1 3LD.

Think Floyd This extraordinary band, dubbed the Definitive Pink Floyd Experience, are renowned for their stunning celebration of the music of one of the world’s greatest musical phenomenon. Pink Floyd’s Nick Mason describes the band as “Brilliant! – They are really good.” In an interview on LBC the legendary drummer commended Think Floyd and rather generously called them “better than we are”.The brand new show for 2022 will feature the whole range of classic Pink Floyd from the Dark Side of the Moon, Wish You Were Here, The Wall, Meddle and much more. Doors Open at 6.30pm, Auditorium 7.00pm and show starts at 7.30pm. Tickets available by calling the Box Office on 01727 844488 or visit www.alban-arena.co.uk Venue: Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St Albans, Hertfordshire AL1 3LD.

Harry Redknapp After last year’s sold out tour of 44 theatres, Harry is back for a short tour of twenty venues for 2020. There are two new TV series this year. A Sandbanks serialised documentary in February and the second series of HARRY’S HEROES in March. The tour is again promoted by Terry and Freda Baker of A1 Sporting Speakers and Noel Brodie returns to interview him and have a laugh with Harry and the audience. It’s a great show full of Harrys superb anecdotes and stories from his years in the beautiful game and still with an I’m a celebrity section after his jungle win in 2018. We had so many requests to return this year, so here we are ‘on the road again’ Doors Open at 6.30pm, Auditorium 7.00pm and show starts at 7.30pm. Tickets available by calling the Box Office on 01727 844488 or visit www.alban-arena.co.uk Venue: Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St Albans, Hertfordshire AL1 3LD.

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A celebration of the music and song of Ireland Featuring award winning lively Irish band “The Wild Murphys (Best Irish Act UK – Global Entertainment awards 2018) One night in Dublin perfectly captures the spirit of a crazy night out in the live music pubs of the emerald isle (or any Irish theme pub in the world for that matter!). Middi and his band have been touring the world for the last 15 years playing in their own unique style. Doors Open at 6.30pm, Auditorium 7.00pm and show starts at 7.30pm. Tickets available by calling the Box Office on 01727 844488 or visit www.alban-arena.co.uk Venue: Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St Albans, Hertfordshire AL1 3LD.

Anything for Love

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Critically acclaimed Steve Steinman brings you his smash hit production Anything For Love – The Meat Loaf Story: It’s all about the music! With an incredible stage set, ten-piece live band and combined with Steve’s well known sense of humour and stage presence, along with the amazing Lorraine Crosby the show can only be described as awesome. The show will have you dancing in the aisles and singing out loud to Meat Loaf and Jim Steinman’s greatest hits. Doors Open at 6.30pm, Auditorium 7.00pm and show starts at 7.30pm. Tickets available by calling the Box Office on 01727 844488 or visit www.alban-arena.co.uk Venue: Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St Albans, Hertfordshire AL1 3LD.

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Love of music, vocal harmony and Brian Wilson’s composition are what brings five young and incredibly talented musicians together to form Beach Boys Smile (aka BBS). Their roots can be traced as far back as the 80s when three brothers sang along to the classic surf tunes of the Beach Boys in the car on their way to the sunny beach, radio cranked up high! Doors Open at 6.30pm, Auditorium 7.00pm and show starts at 7.30pm. Tickets available by calling the Box Office on 01727 844488 or visit www.alban-arena.co.uk Venue: Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St Albans, Hertfordshire AL1 3LD.

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Fiat Abarth Club Hertfordshire - Event Time 11am – 2pm at Hatfield House Abarth Club Hertfordshire have kindly agreed to display their wonderful collection of cars within the grounds of Hatfield Park. Visiting the vehicles on display will remain FREE of charge but, will require a ticket to access the grounds. We encourage all visitors to book their ticket in advance. We plan to display the vehicles on the North Front of Hatfield House, adjacent to the entrance of the West Garden. Due to various projects that take place within the grounds of Hatfield Park across the season ,their exact location may be amended closer to the event date, but will remain obvious and accessible to visitors. For more information please visit: www.hatfield-house.co.uk/event/fiat-abarth-club-hertfordshire/

Harpenden Sustainability Market

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We are delighted that the Harpenden Sustainability Markets are now a regular event That will take place on Lower High Street Harpenden 10-3pm on the 3rd Sunday of alternate months (exc Jan) For more information please visit: www.sustainablestalbans.org/sustainability-market/

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Direct from the USA – The Ultimate Barry White Revue William Hicks with his live band and three-piece female group The Supreme Dreamgirls celebrate the music of the legend that is Mr Barry White. An experience as close to the man and his music as possible featuring all the hits including Can’t Get Enough Of Your Love Babe, You’re The First My Last My Everything, Never Never Gonna Give You Up, and Love Theme. Doors Open at 6.30pm, Auditorium 7.00pm and show starts at 7.30pm. Tickets available by calling the Box Office on 01727 844488 or visit www.alban-arena.co.uk Venue: Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St Albans, Hertfordshire AL1 3LD.

ASCINATING AÏDA - They’re back at last! Dillie Keane, Adèle Anderson and Liza Pulman are heading out on tour.With a selection of old favourites, songs you haven’t heard before and some you wish you’d never heard in the first place. The songs are hilarious and topical – the glamour is unstoppable. With three Olivier Award nominations and over 25 million YouTube and Facebook hits for Cheap Flights and their incredibly rude Christmas song how can you possibly miss them? Doors Open at 6.30pm, Auditorium 7.00pm and show starts at 7.30pm. Tickets available by calling the Box Office on 01727 844488 or visit www.alban-arena.co.uk Venue: Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St Albans, Hertfordshire AL1 3LD.

Day At Night: A Musical Tribute to Doris Day

A sensational show paying homage to one of Hollywood’s greatest Stars. Starring Lynda Radford and Brad Pepper with James Gutteridge and his band. Featuring singers and a live band, this show pays tribute to the Hollywood Legend, TV and recording artist Doris Day and includes twenty four unforgettable hits, including “Secret Love”, “Sentimental Journey”, “Teacher’s Pet”, “Move Over Darling” and “Que Sera Sera”. Doors Open at 1.30pm, Auditorium 2.00pm and show starts at 2.30pm. Tickets available by calling the Box Office on 01727 844488 or visit www.alban-arena.co.uk Venue: Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St Albans, Hertfordshire AL1 3LD.

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Hatfield House Opening Week - Event Time 11am – 5pm Come and meet our wonderful guides and learn the history of Hatfield House. Elizabeth I, the last Tudor monarch, learned of her accession to the throne when she was living at Hatfield. She was to rule England and Ireland for over 40 years. At her side for most of that time was one man: William Cecil, Lord Burghley. For more information please visit: www.hatfield-house.co.uk/event/hatfield-house-opening-week/

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Shakatak With a career spanning more than three decades and a back catalogue packed with groove classics Shakatak have enjoyed a level of success and career longevity rarely achieved in contemporary music, in fact the year 2020 will be the 40th anniversary of the band. Because of the nature of their music their fan base is far reaching while always retaining an “underground” element. This paradox sees the band, who are known primarily as serious musicians, enjoying both high cult status and instant recognition as a household name. Doors Open at 6.30pm, Auditorium 7.00pm and show starts at 7.30pm. Tickets available by calling the Box Office on 01727 844488 or visit www.alban-arena.co.uk Venue: Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St Albans, Hertfordshire AL1 3LD.

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The Magic of Motown - Seen by over a million people, now in its 16th year touring the UK. It’s no surprise that this show is one of the biggest success stories in British theatre history. Come celebrate our brand-new show for 2021 as we Reach Out and show you there Ain’t no mountain high enough with the biggest Motown party of the year. Get ready for all the hits, glittering costumes, dazzling dance routines and outstanding musicianship in this breath-taking live concert spectacular. Doors Open at 6.30pm, Auditorium 7.00pm and show starts at 7.30pm. Tickets available by calling the Box Office on 01727 844488 or visit www.alban-arena.co.uk Venue: Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St Albans, Hertfordshire AL1 3LD. Kate Rusby Of all the stars in Folk Music’s wondrous firmament few shine as brightly as Yorkshire’s Kate Rusby. A remarkable interpretive singer, Kate’s soulful vocals resonate with the wistful beauty of an earthbound angel. Inhabiting a lyric with unforced conviction, she has that rare ability to transport her audience, of touching them emotionally & making each tune live vividly within their experience & imagination. Doors Open at 6.30pm, show starts at 7.30pm. Tickets available by calling the Box Office on 01727 844488 or visit www.alban-arena.co.uk Venue: Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St Albans, Hertfordshire AL1 3LD.

An Evening With Tony Adams This is Tony Adams raw, from the heart – and the head. Inspirational captain of Arsenal, who lifted 10 trophies over three decades, and lionheart leader of England, Adams is one of the great figures of English football. Off the field, he acknowledged his alcoholism and in sobriety established the Sporting Chance clinic that continues to help sportsmen and women with addiction and mental health issues. Doors Open at 6.30pm, Auditorium 7.00pm and show starts at 7.30pm. Tickets available by calling the Box Office on 01727 844488 or visit www.alban-arena.co.uk Venue: Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St Albans, Hertfordshire AL1 3LD.

Simon Amstell – Spirit Hole

With his first stand up tour since the release of internationally acclaimed feature film – ‘Benjamin’ and Netflix Special ‘Set Free’, Simon Amstell brings ‘Spirit Hole’ to St Albans.Due to high demand additional dates have been added for 2022 for this critically acclaimed show. ‘Spirit Hole’ is a blissful, spiritual, sensational exploration of love, sex, shame, mushrooms and more. If you yearn for a night of unprecedented joy and laughter book now and avoid regret. Doors Open at 7.00pm, Auditorium 7.30pm and show starts at 8.00pm. Tickets available by calling the Box Office on 01727 844488 or visit: www.alban-arena.co.uk Venue: Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St Albans, Hertfordshire AL1 3LD.

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A Night Out With John Lloyd - In conversation with Tommy Pearson In this exclusive event, John Lloyd takes us behind the scenes of his best-known work as he discusses his extraordinary career and introduces clips from SPITTING IMAGE, BLACKADDER, QI and more. There will also be an opportunity for the audience to put questions to John direct. A must for all fans of comedy. ‘A Night Out With…’ is a brand new series of interviews with legendary figures in comedy and broadcasting, exclusively at the Eric Morecambe Centre, Harpenden. Open at 7pm, Auditorium 7.30pm and show starts at 8pm. Tickets available at the Box Office on 01582 767525 or by visiting www.the-emc.co.uk Venue: The Eric Morecambe Centre, Rothamsted Park, Harpenden, Herts, AL5 2FR.

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An Evening With Simon and Oscar From Ocean Colour Scene - Special Guest Si Connelly In 2015 Ocean Colour Scene celebrated their 25th Anniversary with a sell-out acoustic tour of some of the most prestigious UK Concert Halls, it was their most successful for 15 years. These shows are the latest chapter in a remarkable career that’s seen OCS rise from Breton shirt-wearing Stone Roses disciples to one of Britpop’s biggest bands. Doors Open at 6.30pm, Auditorium 7.00pm and show starts at 7.30pm. Tickets available at the Box Office on 01582 767525 or by visiting www.the-emc.co.uk Venue: The Eric Morecambe Centre, Rothamsted Park, Harpenden, Herts, AL5 2FR. For more information please visit: www. the-emc.co.uk/events

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Soul Sisters

Soul Sisters is an exhilarating new soul musical that will take you on a journey of success, survival and sisterhood. Starring SUGABABES Amelle Berrabah, BAD GIRLS Nicole Faraday and THE VOICE UK’s Wendi Harriott as Dionne, Monique and Rachael otherwise known as 80s chart topping trio ‘The Fabulettes’. Doors Open at 6.30pm, Auditorium 7.00pm and show starts at 7.30pm. Tickets available by calling the Box Office on 01727 844488 or visit www.alban-arena.co.uk Venue: Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St Albans, Hertfordshire AL1 3LD.

BIG EVENT - Hertfordshire County Show – BIG EVENT The Hertfordshire County Show is one of our county’s flagship events – a celebration of everything county, country living, food & farming offering something special for each & every one of our 35,000+ visitors! Witness spectacular entertainment in the Main Ring as we welcome back the gravity defying Bold Dog Lings as our main attraction for 2022. Enjoy & discover the very best of local shopping with deliciously curated produce in our Food Court & iconic Made in Herts zones with local foods & local crafts that showcase the best of Hertfordshire to the World. Immerse yourself in agriculture with a packed timetable of livestock & equine classes and head to our Farm-Yard and Countryside zones and discover awe-inspiring plant and machinery from past & present. The Hertfordshire County Show is organised by the Hertfordshire Agricultural Society, a registered charity whose aims is to educate our Hertfordshire communities & celebrate food, farming & our glorious countryside. All profits from our events support our educational work through which we engage with local schools, children, & communities. Join us, come to our events, celebrate with us and help us to carry out this important work! For more information please visit www.hertsshow.com

Blokes Of A Feather Forty years ago, Laurence Marks and Maurice Gran gave up their day jobs to become full-time comedy writers. They created a hatful of hit TV shows, including Shine On Harvey Moon, The New Statesman, Love Hurts, Goodnight Sweetheart, and of course Birds of a Feather. Blokes of a Feather will provide a highly entertaining evening in the theatre. There will be anecdotes, revelations, indiscretions, insights and lots of laughter, and plenty of classic video clips from their enormous back catalogue. Open at 6.30pm, Auditorium 7.00pm and show starts at 7.30pm. Tickets available at the Box Office on 01582 767525 or by visiting www.the-emc.co.uk Venue: The Eric Morecambe Centre, Rothamsted Park, Harpenden, Herts, AL5 2FR. For more information please visit: www. the-emc.co.uk/events

Celine Dion- My Heart Will Go On The World’s premier show in celebration of the Canadian superstar, and one of the biggest selling artists of all time. Experience all the hits from a career culminating in over 200 Million Record Sales and 5 Grammy Awards. Fronted by international Celine Dion tribute artist Alexandra Darby (BA Honours Musical Theatre and Brit School Singing Tuition) and her amazing live band. Doors Open at 6.30pm, Auditorium 7.00pm and show starts at 7.30pm. Tickets available by calling the Box Office on 01727 844488 or visit www.alban-arena.co.uk Venue: Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St Albans, Hertfordshire AL1 3LD.

Sir Ranulph Fiennes Named by the Guinness Book of Records as ‘the world’s greatest living explorer’, Sir Ranulph Fiennes has spent his life in pursuit of extreme adventure; inspiring generations and risking life and limb in some of the most ambitious private expeditions ever undertaken. Both light-hearted and strikingly poignant, Living Dangerously offers a personal journey through Sir Ranulph’s life, spanning his early childhood and school misdemeanours, his army life, the Transglobe Expedition and his current Global Reach Challenge; making him a pioneer of exploration with an unparalleled story to tell. Open at 6.30pm, Auditorium 7.00pm and show starts at 7.30pm. Tickets available at the Box Office on 01582 767525 or by visiting www.the-emc.co.uk Venue: The Eric Morecambe Centre, Rothamsted Park, Harpenden, Herts, AL5 2FR. For more information please visit: www. the-emc.co.uk/events.

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Thurston Funfair Thurston Funfair returns to Harpenden Common on 1st - 5th June. Times will be confirmed nearer to the date of this event and may vary so keep up to date by visiting www.harpenden.gov.uk/event

The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Party - Event Times: 12-6pm Harpenden Town Council are planning an unforgettable celebration in Harpenden on Thursday 2nd June. HTC is organising the Community Festival to kick off the Town’s celebrations. They are thrilled to announce that the event, based on Harpenden Common, will include live music and entertainment, food and drink stalls, outdoor tables and community seating, games, face painting interactive performances and many more exciting family friendly activities. More info soon so keep up to date by visiting www.harpenden.gov.uk/event Steve Harley & Cockney Rebel with special guest Glenn Tilbrook Steve Harley celebrates his 49th year in music in 2020 and continues to play concerts around the world. He says that playing Live is more than a job, it’s almost his life’s blood. Considered one of the most charismatic Live performers at work today, the original Cockney Rebel tours with a full 6-piece rock band and also fronts the Steve Harley Acoustic Band. Special guest Glenn Tilbrook. Squeeze frontman Glenn Tilbrook is reputed for his considerable song writing talent, and irrepressible sense of humour. ‘A jubilant and hilarious entertainer as well as world-class songwriter….’ Doors Open at 6.30pm, Auditorium 7.00pm and show starts at 7.30pm. Tickets available by calling the Box Office on 01727 844488 or visit www.alban-arena.co.uk Venue: Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St Albans, Hertfordshire AL1 3LD.

80’s Mania Europe’s Official Long-Standing Premier 1980’s Multi-Tribute Concert Show! 28 chart-topping artistes from the 80’s are authentically recreated to look and sound as they did back in the day with a full live band, awesome dancers, mind-blowing lasers and light design combined with huge video projection complete the production together with over 150 costumes! Doors Open at 6.30pm, Auditorium 7.00pm and show starts at 7.30pm. Tickets available by calling the Box Office on 01727 844488 or visit www.alban-arena.co.uk Venue: Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St Albans, Hertfordshire AL1 3LD.

Calling Planet Earth A New Romantic Symphony that goes on a journey through one of the greatest musical Era’s of All Time – The Electrifying 80’s. Featuring songs from now legendary artists such as DURAN DURAN, SPANDAU BALLET, THE HUMAN LEAGUE, ULTRAVOX, TEARS FOR FEARS, DEPECHE MODE, OMD, JAPAN, ABC, SOFT CELL and many more. Doors Open at 6.30pm, Auditorium 7.00pm and show starts at 7.30pm. Tickets available by calling the Box Office on 01727 844488 or visit www.alban-arena.co.uk Venue: Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St Albans, Hertfordshire AL1 3LD.

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Harpenden Floral Decoration Club Demonstration of flowers by Lorraine Saunders “ More Magic Moments “, at 2 pm at the Salvation Army Hall, Leyton Green, Harpenden AL5 2TG. All visitors very welcome details 01582 621757

Ansell’s Les Musicals Ansell’s LES MUSICALS’ Live Concert Tour is the ultimate celebration of Musical Theatre. Jonathan Ansell (G4 Frontman) and Jai McDowall (Winner of Britain’s Got Talent) have joined forces to create a dramatic and spine-tingling concert. This vocally dynamic evening showcases even more smash-hit songs from the greatest musicals of all time, brought to you by two of the world’s finest voices. Doors Open at 6.30pm, Auditorium 7.00pm and show starts at 7.30pm. Tickets available by calling the Box Office on 01727 844488 or visit www.alban-arena.co.uk Venue: Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St Albans, Hertfordshire AL1 3LD.

Shalamar with Special Guest Phil Fearon & Galaxy As Shalamar, Howard Hewitt and Jeffrey Daniel sold over 25 million records worldwide and collected no less than 100 gold, silver and platinum awards. Their live show includes multimillion selling hits, such as ‘A Night To Remember’, ‘I Can Make You Feel Good’, ‘Make That Move’, ‘There It Is’, ‘Dead Giveaway’, ‘I Owe You One’, ‘The Second Time Around’ and many more. Doors Open at 6.15pm, Auditorium 7.15pm and show starts at 7.45pm. Tickets available by calling the Box Office on 01727 844488 or visit www.alban-arena.co.uk Venue: Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St Albans, Hertfordshire AL1 3LD.

Sun Records – The Concert - SUN RECORDS - Where Rock’n’Roll Was Born The label that brought you Elvis Presley, Jerry Lee Lewis, Johnny Cash, Roy Orbison, Carl Perkins, Rufus Thomas and scores more rockin’ pioneers, comes to life live on stage. Revisit the recording studio where the distinctive Sun sound was crafted by musical visionary Sam Phillips. His trailblazing Memphis studio brought us That’s Alright Mama, Great Balls of Fire, I Walk the Line,Whole Lotta Shakin’, Bear Cat, Blue Suede Shoes, Good Rockin’ Tonight. . . hundreds of hits that would influence the world of music. Doors Open at 6.30pm, Auditorium 7.00pm and show starts at 7.30pm. Tickets available by calling the Box Office on 01727 844488 or visit www.alban-arena.co.uk Venue: Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St Albans, Hertfordshire AL1 3LD. Genesis Connected Join the production, that is taking audiences by storm ‘Genesis Connected’ the biggest celebration of music from Genesis, Phil Collins, Peter Gabriel and Mike + The Mechanics. Packed with, an incredible mix of material. From atmospheric anthems to chart topping hits, keeping the crowd singing & dancing in the aisles. Performing hits such as Sledgehammer, In The Air Tonight, Over My Shoulder, Against All Odds, That’s All, You Can’t Hurry Love, The Living Year’s & so many more. 10th June - Genesis Connected. Doors Open at 6.30pm, Auditorium 7.00pm and show starts at 7.30pm. Tickets available by calling the Box Office on 01727 844488 or visit www.alban-arena.co.uk Venue: Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St Albans, Hertfordshire AL1 3LD.

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The Carpenters Story This highly acclaimed production continues to captivate audiences across the UK with its spectacular celebration of the classic songbook that made The Carpenters a legend in the world of popular music, selling over 100 million albums and singles.This brand new show for 2020 once again features the outstanding vocal talents of Claire Furley, with Musical Director Phil Aldridge leading The Carpenters Story Orchestra as they re-create Richard Carpenter’s original orchestral arrangements. Doors Open at 6.30pm, Auditorium 7.00pm and show starts at 7.30pm. Tickets available by calling the Box Office on 01727 844488 or visit www.alban-arena.co.uk Venue: Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St Albans, Hertfordshire AL1 3LD.

Gyles Brandreth: Break a Leg! - Age 11+ They say all political careers end in tears. In Brandreth’s case it’s tears of laughter as the actor, author, ex-MP, One Show reporter and QI, Have I Got News For You and Countdown star is back on tour with his new show celebrating all things theatrical.Without hesitation or repetition (and just a touch of deviation), Just a Minute regular Gyles delivers a dazzling evening of wit, wisdom, high drama, low comedy, and hilarious namedropping. Doors Open at 4.00pm, Auditorium 4.30pm and show starts at 5.00pm. Tickets available by calling the Box Office on 01727 844488 or visit www.alban-arena.co.uk Venue: Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St Albans, Hertfordshire AL1 3LD. The Dreamboys Scream if you are ready to misbehave because Dreamboys are coming to St Albans with their 2020 Too Hard To Resist Tour. Let the boys tease, tantalise and sweep you off your feet as you and your friends enjoy the raunchiest night out of the year. Think chiselled torsos, high-energy dance routines and boy-next-door seduction that will leave your heart pounding. Doors Open at 6.30pm, Auditorium 7.00pm and show starts at 7.30pm. Tickets available by calling the Box Office on 01727 844488 or visit www.alban-arena.co.uk Venue: Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St Albans, Hertfordshire AL1 3LD.

The Beat Legendary 2-Tone Punk Ska Reggae Group led by vocalist Dave Wakeling celebrates their 40th Anniversary. The Beat formed in 1979 and released their debut single, an infectious cover of the Smokey Robinson classic ‘Tears of A Clown’ on 2-Tone Records which went straight into the UK national charts at #6. Along with their contemporaries The Specials, Madness and The Selecter, The Beat became an overnight sensation. Get tickets for the 40th anniversary tour for one of the most popular and influential bands of the 2-Tone Ska movement. Open at 7pm, Auditorium 7.30pm and show starts at 8pm. Tickets available at the Box Office on 01582 767525 or by visiting www.the-emc.co.uk Venue: The Eric Morecambe Centre, Rothamsted Park, Harpenden, Herts, AL5 2FR.

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It’s the show jam packed with sweet soul music and Motown magic that continues to leave audiences dancing and chanting for more following each outstanding performance.Featuring the voice of Mr William Hicks, highstepping choreography and superb vocal harmonies hit the stage with all the glitz of Vegas. Doors Open at 6.30pm, Auditorium 7.00pm and show starts at 7.30pm. Tickets available by calling the Box Office on 01727 844488 or visit www.alban-arena.co.uk Venue: Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St Albans, Hertfordshire AL1 3LD.

BIG EVENT - Harpenden Summer Carnival – BIG EVENT Harpenden’s 55th Summer Carnival “Harpenden Superheroes” takes place this year and brings an exciting action-packed programme of entertainment and activities. With musical performances, food and drink, and an unrivalled atmosphere - mark your diaries now! 2022’s theme is Superheroes - visit the Harpenden Town Council’s website for more information www.harpenden.gov.uk/event

BIG EVENT - Art on the Common – BIG EVENT Event Time 11am – 4pm Art on the Common is a two-day event showcasing the work of local artists. A wide range of works are featured including paintings, ceramics, fine art photography, sculpture, jewellery, glass, wood and handmade greeting cards. Art on the Common has been part of Harpenden Town’s Summer programme for more than 30 years. During this time it has been organised by various local artists who have created this wonderful event. This is a unique open air event in a wonderful location.

One Night Of Queen In 2022, Gary Mullen & The Works will be celebrating the 20th Anniversary of their world-renowned One Night Of Queen live concert performance. Gary Mullen & The Works (featuring Gary Mullen on vocals, David Brockett on guitar, Billy Moffat on bass, Malcolm Gentles on keyboards and Jon Halliwell on drums) will have you dancing in the aisles during their 2-hour show, while the band pays tribute to the stage theatrics, showmanship, and music of Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame inductees: Queen. Doors Open at 6.30pm, Auditorium 7.00pm and show starts at 7.30pm. Tickets available by calling the Box Office on 01727 844488 or visit www.alban-arena.co.uk Venue: Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St Albans, Hertfordshire AL1 3LD.

The Simon & Garfunkel Story Direct from a week long run in London’s West End at the Vaudeville Theatre, a SOLD OUT Worldwide tour and standing ovations at every performance, The Simon & Garfunkel Story is back! Using huge projection photos and original film footage, this 50th Anniversary Celebration also features a full live band performing all the hits including ‘Mrs Robinson’, ‘Cecilia’, ‘Bridge Over Troubled Water’, ‘Homeward Bound’ and many more. Get your tickets fast as this is an evening not to be missed! Doors Open at 6.30pm, Auditorium 7.00pm and show starts at 7.30pm. Tickets available by calling the Box Office on 01727 844488 or visit www.alban-arena.co.uk Venue: Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St Albans, Hertfordshire AL1 3LD.

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Father’s Day Medieval Jousting Medieval Jousting returns to Knebworth Park this Father’s Day, Sunday 19th June. The turrets and towers of Knebworth House will provide a spectacular backdrop to the costumed Knights on majestic warhorses galloping at full tilt across the arena in a fantastic display of horsemanship. The crowds are encouraged to cheer and jeer the Knights as they demonstrate their skill. There are two scheduled jousting displays at 12pm and 2.30pm (dependent on weather). Tickets will also include access to Knebworth Park, Gardens, Dinosaur Trail and Adventure Playground. Book online before your visit for a reduced rate. Full priced tickets will also be available at the entrance on the day of your visit. Under 3’s are welcome free of charge. Please check your tickets carefully before purchasing as we are unable to refund or transfer tickets. For information on admission for Essential carers please visit www.knebworthhouse.com/accessibility

The ELO Experience – Sensational Tribute to The Electric Light Orchestra Greatest Hits and More Tour. Celebrating the great music of Jeff Lynne and The Electric Light Orchestra. The legacy left by Jeff Lynne & The Electric Light Orchestra barely needs any introduction – suffice to say that between 1972 and 1986 they achieved more combined UK and US Top 40 hits than any other band on the planet! ‘10538 Overture’, ‘Evil Woman’, ‘Living Thing’, ‘Diary of Horace Wimp’, Don’t Bring me Down’ and of course ‘Mr Blue Sky’ went on to become the soundtrack of our lives. Doors Open at 6.00pm, Auditorium 7.00pm and show starts at 7.30pm. Tickets available by calling the Box Office on 01727 844488 or visit www.alban-arena.co.uk Venue: Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St Albans, Hertfordshire AL1 3LD. The Counterfeit Stones Why pay a fortune to see ants in a stadium when for a fraction of the price you can get up close and smell the faking brilliance of the Counterfeit Stones – described as a Rolling Stones’ hooky masterpiece. Their latest fast shuffle – NOT FAKE AWAY, promises yet another night of utter Copy-Rock. Now in their 29th year, these fraud-stars continue to deliver the best “mock ‘n’ roll” show on the circuit. Doors Open at 7.00pm, Auditorium 7.30pm and show starts at 8.00pm. Tickets available by calling the Box Office on 01727 844488 or visit www.alban-arena.co.uk Venue: Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St Albans, Hertfordshire AL1 3LD.

Frankie’s Guys- A Celebration of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons FRANKIE’S GUYS – A Celebration of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons. After five years of touring the UK and countless global performances, Frankie’s Guys have earned themselves the title of the world’s number 1 celebration of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons and they certainly are the real deal! Singing for TV royalty and wowing the crowds at celebrity soirees is a weekly occurrence for this vocal super group. Doors Open at 7.00pm, Auditorium 7.30pm and show starts at 8.00pm. Tickets available by calling the Box Office on 01727 844488 or visit www.alban-arena.co.uk Venue: Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St Albans, Hertfordshire AL1 3LD.

Fury in Sound and Vision

th Billy Fury was one of the UK’s biggest and brightest stars throughout the 1960’s and to many he became known as the British Elvis. He had more weeks in the UK top ten than the Beatles and even they auditioned to be his backing group. Enjoy an evening of fantastic visuals and vocals from one of the country’s most respected performers and Billy Fury back where he belongs on the big screen in one of the BBC’s most successful music documentaries. Doors Open at 6.30pm, Auditorium 7.00pm and show starts at 7.30pm. Tickets available by calling the Box Office on 01727 844488 or visit www.alban-arena.co.uk Venue: Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St Albans, Hertfordshire AL1 3LD.

JULY DATES 1st ,2nd and 3rd July - CHILDWICKBURY ARTS FAIR 2022 Childwickbury Arts Fair is a showcase of art and crafts, in the beautiful grounds of the Childwickbury estate near St.Albans, Hertfordshire. More information visit www.childwickburyarts.com

10th July HIGHLAND GATHERING Harpenden Lions Highland Gathering is a great day out with a ‘Scottish flavour’, including several pipe and drum bands, highland dancing competitions and displays as well as solo piping. Plus traditional highland games heavy events including ‘weight over the bar’, ‘tossing the caber’ and ‘putting the stone’, arena displays, stage performances and activities for children & families. For more information please visit: https://harpenden-lions.co.uk/highland-gathering

27th July CLASSICS ON THE COMMON Once a year, Harpenden Common comes alive for a day with more than 1000 classics cars, motor cycles and scooters. There you’ll find a Chevy Bel Air rubbing shoulders with a 1927 Trojan, and a rare 1978 Matra Bagheera with a1959 Berlinetta. Plus 10,000 admiring spectators. For more information please visit: https://www.classicsonthecommon.com 50

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BTL Vanquish ME is the newly developed, maximum energy (ME) non-invasive fat removal device that uses multi polar radio frequency for non-contact treatment of subcutaneous fat. It’s ideal for targeting the abdomen, as the applicator treats flank to flank right across the midsection, and it also targets love handles, saddlebags and inner thighs and is safe for all skin colours, including tanned. It has the largest treatment spot size in the industry and calculates the settings required automatically, based on the patient’s fat.

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Emtone is a combination of radiofrequency and acoustic wave therapy which treats all five main causes of cellulite. It uses both energies simultaneously to reduce cellulite, tighten the skin and improve the skin appearance.

BTL EMSELLA CHAIR

The Emsella chair, created by the award- winning medical and aesthetics manufacturer BTL, aims to help strengthen the pelvic floor muscles again and give patients back control of their bladder and vaginal health. It is a completely painless, non-invasive and non-surgical treatment used to improve the symptoms of incontinence and can be carried out in less than half an hour per session.

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STRESS AWARENESS MONTH APRIL 1st - APRIL 29th 2022

Stress is something everyone feels at times, and there are all kinds of stressful situations that can be a part of daily life. Low-level stress can even be helpful or motivational. There are plenty of things you can do to help cope with stressful events, and simple steps you can take to deal with feelings of stress or burnout. Stress is the body’s reaction to feeling threatened or under pressure. It’s very common, can be motivating to help us achieve things in our daily life, and can help us meet the demands of home, work and family life. But too much stress can affect our mood, our body and our relationships – especially when it feels out of our control. It can make us feel anxious and irritable, and affect our self-esteem. Experiencing a lot of stress over a long period of time can also lead to a feeling of physical, mental and emotional exhaustion, often called burnout. The tips on our website www.nhs.uk/every-mind-matters/mental-health-issues should help, but if you have been experiencing stress for some time and it’s affecting your daily life or causing you distress, you should consider seeking further support.

The NHS DON’T recommends the following: • Do not try to do everything at once – set small targets you can easily achieve • Do not focus on the things you cannot change – focus your time and energy into helping yourself feel better • Try not to tell yourself that you’re alone – most people feel stressed at some point in their life and support is available • Try not to use alcohol, cigarettes, gambling or drugs to relieve stress – these can all contribute to poor mental health With a lot of support out there they recommend the following: 1. Seek NHS support Call NHS 111 or talk to your GP. In England, you can also refer yourself for psychological therapy through the NHS IAPT service without seeing your GP. 2. Charities, helplines and communities • Get support from Time to Change www.time-to-change.org.uk • Visit Samaritans’ website www.samaritans.org • Check Mental Health Foundation: stress www.mentalhealth.org.uk/a-to-z/s/stress • Join the Stress Management Society www.stress.org.uk 3. Try a Reading Well book

Reading Well for mental health provides helpful information and support, with books on mindfulness and other subjects available free from your local library. See Reading Well Books by visiting www.reading-well.org.uk/books/books-on-prescription/mental-health

Helping someone else

Get tips and advice on helping others struggling with their mental health www.nhs.uk/every-mind-matters/supporting-others/

helping-others/ Urgent Support

If you cannot wait to see a doctor and feel unable to cope or keep yourself safe, it’s important to get support. Get urgent support by visiting www.nhs.uk/every-mind-matters/urgent-support/

Further information and support

The mental health charity Mind offers more information on: dealing with pressure developing emotional resilience to help you adapt and bounce back during difficult times Your Mind Plan on the Every Mind Matters website www.mind.org.uk sends personalised tips and advice to your email inbox. For further information about stress visit www.nhs.uk/every-mind-matters

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Recipes

Starter Warm Scallop Caesar Salad Serves 2 Ingredients: • 8 large sea scallops • 4 cups of washed romaine lettuce or mixed leaves • 1-2 tsp. olive oil (depends on your pan) • 1-2 Table spoons of water (for larger pan use 2 Table spoons) • 3 Table spoons Caesar Salad Dressing • 1 tsp. fresh lemon juice 56

Method: Use a heavy pan which heats evenly. Pans that aren’t non stick will give the best browning, and be sure to choose a pan where scallops can be cooked in a single layer. Heat olive oil over medium-high heat about 30 seconds, then add scallops and cook quickly, probably not more than 2 minutes per side. Don’t have the heat too high or the scallops will release moisture and won’t brown properly. (Scallops are better slightly underdone than overdone, so don’t overcook. While scallops cook, assemble lettuce on two serving plates. Place four scallops on top of lettuce on each plate. Turn pan to high and put water in, then scrape the bottom of the pan to get any browned bits, keeping heat high to let some of the water evaporate. After about one minute turn off heat. Stir in salad dressing and lemon juice and let it get slightly warm in the hot pan, then pour over salad and serve. Top with fresh ground black pepper if desired.

The Harpenden monthly Farmers Market takes place on the 4th Sunday of every month from 10am until 2pm and is run and organised by us at Harpenden Town Council. The Farmers' Market accommodates approximately 70 stalls and runs northbound along the Lower High Street from Sainsbury’s Supermarket to Strutt & Parker.

Each Market finds a huge selection of produce available, for example: • Meats, pies, sausages • Fish • Preserves – pickles, jams and honey • Cheeses • Vegetables and fruit • Flowers and plants • Fresh bread, cakes and pastries • Eggs • Beer, wine and liqueurs

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Main Course

food & Drink

Grilled Steak with Prosciutto wrapped Asparagus

Serves: 4 Prep: 30 - 60 minutes Cook: 15 minute

Method: Preheat Oven to 425 degrees

Steak: Evenly distribute the steak rub, meat tenderizer, salt, pepper, yellow mustard and wine on the top of each cut of meat, 4 Rump, Rib Eye or Sirloin Steak keeping in mind you will flip the meat and do the other side. 2 tbs Steak Rub *Prior to pouring the wine over top of meat, poke holes in the meat with a fork so the wine goes into the holes. Leave to 2 tbs Meat Tenderiser marinade at room temperature for 20-60 minutes. 1 tbs Salt Place marinated meat on the grill and cook to desired doneness. (For a medium rare on a 2 inch cut is 4 minutes on 1 tbs Pepper one side on a high and 10 minutes on the other, lowering the ¼ cup Yellow Mustard heat to a medium on the 2nd side.) Remember to allow for ¼ cup Red Wine, Cabernet or Merlot the meat to rest for 5 minutes before cutting. 1 Asparagus bunch Prosciutto wrapped Asparagus: ½ lb Prosciutto or Serrano Ham Wrap a slice of prosciutto around one asparagus spear ¼ cup Olive Oil and repeat the process until all spears are wrapped. Place asparagus on a baking tray lined with foil for easy clean-up.Top 2 tsp Salt all the spears with olive oil, salt, pepper and red pepper flakes. 2 tsp Pepper Place in a preheated 425 degree oven for 10-12 minutes then 1 tsp Red Pepper Flake serve. Ingredients:

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Dessert Pecan Pie Total Time: 55 min Prep 10 min - Cook 45 min Serves 6 - 8 Ingredients: For the Pecan filling: 3 eggs 110g/4oz sugar 4 tablespoons golden syrup 2 tbsp rum 50g/2oz butter, melted a pinch of salt a few drops vanilla extract 175g/6oz pecan halves 1 un-baked deep-dish (9-inch) pastry case

Preparation Preheat oven to 350F degrees . Break the eggs in a large mixing bowl and beat well and then beat in the sugar.Add the remaining ingredients and mix well. Pour the mixture into the pastry case and bake for 10 minutes and then reduce the oven heat to 180C/350F/Gas 4 and bake for another 30 minutes or until the top of the pie is golden. Check if it s cooked through by inserting a skewer, it s done if it comes out clean. Turn out of the tin when slightly cooled and serve warm or cold with vanilla ice cream or a spoonful of crème fraiche. 60

Homes

£1.48 MILLION GRANT TO IMPROVE ENERGY EFFICIENCY OF COUNCIL HOMES A £1.48 million grant has been obtained to improve the energy efficiency of social rent houses in St Albans District. St Albans City and District Council gained the funding with a successful bid to the Government’s Social Housing Decarbonisation Fund. The money will be used to make major enhancements to 136 of the Council’s properties. Measures include the installation of loft, external wall and cavity wall insulation, solar panels and low-energy lighting. This will not only reduce emissions but also keep householders’ energy bills lower than they would otherwise be. The works are due to start in April and are scheduled for completion in March next year with the overall cost of the project being £2.25 million. The Council recently produced a strategy for ensuring all its homes - almost 5,000 in total - are carbon neutral by 2030. It is estimated that the total cost of this ambitious target will be £198 million, but a decrease in prices due to technological advances is expected to reduce that figure. For more information please visit: www.stalbans.gov.uk

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STOP ‘VAMPIRE APPLIANCES’ FROM SUCKING UP POWER & MONEY The energy crisis reached a new low in the UK, with the announcement that the price cap will rocket by 54+ per cent.This circa £700 rise comes as fossil fuel companies post huge gains; Shell and BP have reported their highest profits in eight years. Government help is available to most households in the form of council tax rebates and discounts, however the personal battle against your own energy bill is one of the best things you can do is get a handle on ‘vampire power’. This spooky nickname describes how devices suck up energy even when they’re switched off or in standby mode, and it really adds up over the year. Unlike with light switches, it’s easy to forget to turn things off at the plug, but with the financial and climate cost in mind, it’s worth unplugging into your nightly check-list until it becomes a habit. Microwaves, televisions, computers, game consoles, satellite receivers and internet routers are some of the thirstiest items. Printers and mobile phone chargers are also commonly left on. Taking control of our sockets is one simple way to keep costs down. Cairns & Hall half page ad.pdf

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BEAT’ SURGERIES AT HARPENDEN POLICE STATION

Local residents will be able to speak to Safer Neighbourhood Team officers at Harpenden police station every other Saturday between 12 noon and 3pm, from 19 March.

Harpenden Neighbourhood Sergeant Mark Essam said: “We will open up the station to residents for ‘beat surgeries’ every fortnight on a trial basis. If it is useful for residents, we will look at making it more permanent. It’s a great opportunity to come and speak to us about any issues or concerns or to pick up crime prevention advice. It is not a front counter service.” St Albans District Chief Inspector Mike Todd said: “My officers have been out and about, reaching as many people as possible and holding sociallydistanced surgeries throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. However, we felt now is a good time to invite residents into the police station, with its central location, as an additional way for residents to speak to officers about any issues that are affecting their quality of life. We will do our best to tackle the issues raised and they may go towards shaping our neighbourhood priorities or we may signpost residents to other agencies. We remain here to help.”

“Most people contact the police by phone, online or by appointment, but for those who want to drop in for a face-to-face meeting this is now an option.” You can report crime and anti-social behaviour at www.herts.police.uk/report or speak to an operator in our Force Communications Room via our www. herts.police.uk/contact/af/contact-us/. In an emergency (where there is risk to life or a crime is in progress), please call 999. For nonemergencies, call 101. Alternatively, you can stay 100% anonymous by contacting the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or via their untraceable online form at www.crimestoppers-uk.org/ FREEMAN F-PAGE ADVERT.pdf

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He added: “The usual ways to contact us remain in place and you can also make an appointment to see your local neighbourhood officer at a time convenient for you.” David Lloyd, Police and Crime Commissioner for Hertfordshire, said: “Recently my office conducted an extensive survey asking the public what they wanted from their police force, and one of the top priorities was accessibility to local stations. Over the years I have ensured that Hertfordshire has continued to maintain a network of stations following a neighbourhood policing model. 64

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Harpenden Waste Away and Recycling are a Harpenden based, registered waste carrier that offers a friendly, affordable rubbish and waste removal service.

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Often cheaper than a skip, we are the cost effective way to get rid of your waste legally and ethically with waste recycled where possible.

With the increase of fly-tipping, It’s very important to check that your waste carrier is fully licensed like Harpenden Waste Away which you can do easily, via this website:

At Harpenden Waste Away & Recycling our goal is to make waste removal fuss free for our customers and we take great pride in the work we do.

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Whether you want to clear out the garage, get rid of that old furniture, have some bulky waste that you can’t fit in your dustbin or have a full house clearance, it’s always worth giving us a call. Harpenden Waste Away will always provide a professional service at a reasonable price guaranteed. We are a company committed to recycling and take all rubbish to transfer stations that recycle all reusable materials.

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RUBBISH REMOVAL AND RECYCLING

Harpenden Waste Away & Recycling is a professional, friendly, reliable service that remove rubbish from homes, gardens and commercial business premises. The company is fully licensed with the Environment Agency as a registered waste carrier and is fully insured. Local friendly service - Domestic house & garden clearance Commercial business waste removal - No Job too big or too small Removal of almost all types of rubbish – Same day collection Areas we cover: Harpenden, St. Albans, Redbourn, Wheathampstead, Welwyn Garden City, Hitchin, Luton, Hemel Hempstead, Watford, Dunstable & all surrounding areas.

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HE R E TO HELP YOU W I T H YO U R SMARTPHONE, TABLET AND COMPUTER The objective of digital inclusion is to ensure that the elderly, those with less purchasing power or with intellectual or audio-visual disabilities, are not left out of a world that offers many possibilities. Computer Friendly is a “not for profit” registered local charity, supported by St Albans District Council, helping adults in St Albans and surrounding areas to feel included and less isolated by being better skilled on digital devices to meet the demands of the ever increasing online world. There are FREE weekly drop-in sessions at the Quaker Meeting Room, Southdown Road for people with immediate device problems who need quick solutions or just want information and advice. Computer Friendly delivers 60 courses a year in local venues, for starters and intermediates on using tablets, smartphones and computers as well as specialist internet-based leisure courses such as staying safe online, buying and selling on eBay, Facebook, and researching your family history. They also train on basic and advanced Windows, Word, Excel and PowerPoint. The unique style of learning guides you through comprehensive training whilst responding to individual needs, and all delivered in locations at the heart of the community. For further information, visit the Computer Friendly website www.cfsta.org or contact them on Lewlec Electrical Advert - Half Page Landscape (3).pdf 1 21/01/2021 15:29 01727 617359.

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Tips to help you stay active, happy and well

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Your Connected Life is a website which offers tips, ideas and signposting to support, helping people to stay active, happy and well. It’s more important than ever for people who are isolated to connect to their local communities, to activities and to sources of help and support. Your Connected Life website has been created so people can discover what might help them enjoy life more. This may be keeping on top of things at home or finances, looking after health and wellbeing, keeping active or joining a group or club safely. We hope to inspire people to reach out to HertsHelp or a local group and find out more about how to get involved, stay active, pick up a new hobby or ask for practical help and support.Anything which can make life easier or more enjoyable. For more information visit www.hertfordshire.gov.uk/yourconnectedlife or telephone 0300 123 4044.

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Gardens

FLOWERBEDS FOR THE QUEEN’S PLATINUM JUBILEE

The flowerbeds in Harpenden, Southdown and Batford last summer looked glorious with the fantastic bright blooms which brightened the spirits of both the residents and visitors to the town. For the forthcoming summer season of 2022 and to coincide with Her Majesty’s Platinum Jubilee celebrations, members of the Harpenden in Bloom Forum have agreed that the best way to mark this special time would be to plant the flowerbeds with blooms that best reflect the colours of Her Majesty’s Coronation robes. Therefore, masses of beautiful royal purple verbena, bright scarlet geraniums and silver cineraria will be planted in flowerbeds, railing planters and hanging baskets as a special tribute and bring a real vibrancy to all of these areas. As the floral displays attract a lot of attention why not take the opportunity to promote your business or organisation by sponsoring one of our flowerbeds. Further details can be obtained from our website www. harpenden.gov.uk, by contacting Miriam Allum on 01582 463540 or by email miriam.allum@harpenden.gov.uk Flyer NEW April 2013_Layout 2 15/05/2013 12:04 Page 1

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Motors

Idling... SWITH OFF FOR CLEANER AIR DO YOUR BIT FOR AIR QUALITY

Running your engine when you’re not driving it (idling) truly gets you nowhere. It reduces your vehicle’s fuel economy, costs you money and creates pollution which is harmful to health. The trouble is that stationary cars release up to 20 times more exhaust emissions than when the car is moving at 30 mph. These pollutants have detrimental effects on human health and contribute to respiratory illness, cancer and premature deaths. Children and the elderly are especially vulnerable. It is estimated that poor air quality leads to 40,000 premature deaths each year in the UK. Compare this to the 1,713 deaths from road traffic accidents and we can see that this is a significant problem. People can be affected by poor air quality even if they never experience any noticeable pollution related-health effects such as breathing problems because some of the effects are chronic and long-term. St Albans City and District Council are committed to reducing unnecessary engine idling as a means to improving local air quality, preventing health impacts and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. As part of the ‘Switch Off For Cleaner Air’ campaign we are asking drivers to switch off their engines if they are to be stationary for longer than a minute. We are looking for volunteers to help raise awareness about this important matter locally.

Please visit www.stalbans.gov.uk/anti-idling for details.

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