What’s On

from June July 2023 issue of MiMagazine

Markyate’s Gorgeous Gardens June 2023

Fancy opening yours?

If you have opened your garden previously, or if you think you might like to for the first time, please let Ro Basciano know at email below. The garden does not have to be immaculate, just loved and enjoyed.

Opening times will be:

Saturday 24 June from 10am - 5pm

Sunday 25 June 11am - 5pm.

All proceeds to St John’s Church Restoration Fund. Direct Access must be from outside; ie: not through your house.

NB: in order that we can get the programme printed and on sale in advance, please send me your answers to questions below by end of May Do you mind dogs on leads?

Wheelchair access?

Parking?

Garden Description, about a paragraph Many thanks

Ro Basciano at robasciano@gmail.com

To appear in the next issue of MiMagazine, send your advert to us by 11th July 2023

2nd Sat of each month through to November

80’s Live Friday 23rd June at The Eric Morecambe Centre

Harpenden at 7:30pm

The ultimate 80s night out, so come dressed to impress as we spin you around and around for a night to remember. Blending pop and soft rock, the show includes Girls Just Wanna Have Fun, Edge of Heaven, Tainted Love, Love Shack, Living on a Prayer, The Final Countdown, Don’t You Want Me Baby, Relax, Never Gonna Give You Up, It’s Raining Men, Rio. . . the list goes on.

BOOK NOW at the Eric Morecambe Centre https://the-emc.co.uk

Caddington Gardening Club

We are a friendly, happy group meeting on the second Tuesday of the month 7:30pm at The Baptist Hall. We have speakers, share ideas and in the summer run trips to interesting gardens. Join us, new members always welcome. Any queries please contact: Sarah 01582419793, Wendy 410126, or Hilary 420159

Planned events this year, talks and visits:

• June 13th Dazzling Dahlias by Nick Dobson

• July 11th Trip to Hyde Hall Date T.B.C.

• August 8th Happy, Healthy House Plants by Geoff Hodge

• September 12th The World of Plants by John Tyler

• October 10th A.G.M. plus entertainment

Markyate Singers

Every Thursday 8-9.30pm at the YK2 Hall Cavendish Rd

Everyone is welcome of all ages!

It really doesn’t matter whether you can sing or not, it is a lovely social evening where we like to sing, chat and have a laugh!

Great for the mind and soul!

Do you have a passion for sharing the magic of reading with young children?

Kensworth Flower & Vegetable Show

Quiz on 14th July in Kensworth Village Hall

The popular Dave Henderson will be hosting a quiz at 7.30pm. Tables of maximum eight people or individual places can be booked through David Manton (01438 831184 or David.manton@aol.co.uk). In response to feedback from previous quizzes, those attending should bring their own snacks and drink, as supper will not be provided on this occasion.

Please note that the 2023 Show will be held on Kensworth Flower and Veg show 9th September Programmes, incorporating Entry Forms, should be available early July.’

To advertise call 07860 957053

Are you looking for a fun and rewarding way to give back to your community? Your local Redbourn Library is seeking volunteers to help run our children's activities program: Rhyme Time and Story Time! We're looking for enthusiastic volunteers who love working with kids and are committed to promoting literacy and a love of reading. Whether you're a retiree, a college student, or anyone in between, we welcome all volunteers who are passionate about helping children learn. Plus, you'll get to hang out in our cozy library and share your love of books with the next generation.

Interested in volunteering with us? Please stop by the library to learn more. We can't wait to hear from you!

New Opening Hours for Redbourn Community Library

Mon, Tues and Weds 2pm- 5pm

Thursday - 9.30am - 12.30pm

Friday 9.30 - 12.30pm; 2pm -5pm Saturday - 9.30am - 12.30pm, Sunday - Closed

Enquiries and Renewals 0300 123 4049

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