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Concerts supporting charities Disadvantaged children from across the county are set to benefit from a partnership between Classic Ibiza, Heart Four Counties and its charity, GMSN. The Classic Ibiza concert takes place in August at Hatfield House, and with the support of Heart Four Counties radio aims to help raise £20,000 for small charities and projects which support disadvantaged children and young people living with illness, disability or lack of opportunity. There will be various fund-raising activities including a donation of £1 from every programme sold at the concert (and three other concerts across the country), face painting and from a number of collection points placed at key locations on the grounds. ‘The money raised by concert goers for Global’s Make Some Noise will support many charities. Small charities like Learning Through Horses, which helps vulnerable young people in Hertfordshire and elsewhere who have been excluded or are at risk of exclusion from school, to develop vital life skills through working with horses,’ says Emma Bradley, Managing Director of GMSN. The partnership will enable the charity to expand its coverage within Hertfordshire over the coming 12 months, particularly in schools.
Film fun in the sun Getting together with the children to enjoy a family movie at home or the cinema can be so much fun, but not always the first choice for an activity on a balmy summer’s day. Thanks to Luna Kids Cinema you can have fun in the sun and watch one of your favourite movies at the same time with their open-air cinema events, which are designed specifically for families and children of all ages For five days from 31 July Luna Kids Cinema brings its travelling show to Knebworth House and screening The Incredibles 2, Mary Poppins Returns, Dumbo, PJ Masks, The Greatest Showman, and more. Visitors are welcome to bring picnics to the screening and there is access to microwaves, a covered baby change area, buggy park, and free use of high chairs, as well as a giant sun canopy that provides shade for the audience or cover in the event of rain. For details of screenings, to book tickets, and for more information, visit www.lunakidscinema.com
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Lisa Ward, Director of Revival Productions, organisers of Classic Ibiza, adds: ‘We have always looked for ways to support local charities and what better way to do this than through our partnership with Heart and Global’s Make Some Noise. Classic Ibiza is a concert for all the family and we look forward to working with the charity to help raise funds to help disadvantaged children, young people and their families. More on Classic Ibiza and summer festivals on page 9.
a family ticket to Classic Ibiza at Hatfield House Classic Ibiza, in association with San Miguel, takes place at Hatfield House on 31 August and is an event not to be missed. The concert sees the Urban Soul Orchestra, DJ Goldierocks and critically acclaimed live vocalists perform dance music’s most iconic tracks in the stunning grounds of Hatfield House. The concert starts with a chill-out set, where you can relax while enjoying a picnic or a glass of bubbly, or dance along as the sun fades. The music picks up tempo in the second-half of the evening as the musicians take you on a magical journey of Balearic beats! For more information go to www.classicibiza.co.uk/hatfield. To win one of two family tickets (2 adults and 2 children) to Classic Ibiza answer this question and email your response to editor@familiesherts.co.uk by Friday 17th August. Ibiza is part of which group of islands? A: The Galapagas Islands B: The Balearic Islands C: The Shetland Islands The winning entries will be informed by email. See online for Families Terms and Conditions.
Live music and more at Standon Calling One of the most popular family festivals in the UK returns to this summer and has a jampacked programme of entertainment. Set in beautiful Hertfordshire countryside, Standon Calling is an unmissable event which combines top, live music acts with fun children’s activities. An enviable line-up of artists includes Nile Rodgers & CHIC, Rag ’n’ Bone Man, Wolf Alice, Lewis Capaldi, Friendly Fires, Roisin Murphy, Kate Nash, and Mahalia, while comedy is provided by Russell Kane. Children’s favourite Dick & Dom will be appearing too, as well as Mr Bloom & His Band, who will be bringing all his friends from the allotment for a show to delight the crowds. Kids can get up close to Jurassic-age animals as How To Train Your Dinosaur Live brings the prehistoric giants to life, then head over to Jitterbug Circus to learn amazing circus skills. Kids (and grown ups!) can try their hand at rapping, in the rap workshops, there’s also arts and crafts, a dog show, readings and a magic show. The weekender takes place on 25-28 July in Standon.
For more information and tickets visit www.standon-calling.com
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