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welcome to december

Thank you as always to our loyal advertisers and all those who have contributed to the NOW magazines this year. Keep spreading the word over the festive season, especially to anyone starting a new business in the new year.

Don’t forget you can see the magazines each month on line at www.harpendennow.com There are so many fun festive events going on, we’re sure you’ll all find something to keep you out of mischief this Christmas!

And not forgetting a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to everyone.

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Music for Christmas

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carols, brass, classical & more

NOW Where’s Santa?

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seek him here, there & everywhere

It’s Panto Time!

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he’s behind you!

NOW on The Ice! 14 get skates on

A Festive First 18 for those last minute bits

Dashing Through the Town! 22 Santas & reindeers

Laugh Out Loud 26 Christmas cheer

NOW at the Public Halls 32 drama, film & dance

The Gangs All Here! 34 song, dance & theatre

Now at St Albans Cathedral 36 carols, choirs & the crib

What’s on in December 42 & January 44 local events for everyone

for January editions harpenden now & st albans now

Index of Businesses 46 accountants to window cleaners

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FestiveLea!

Music for Christm

Thursday 13th December 7.30pm Harpenden Public Halls Calling all brass and carol enthusiasts The Lea Singers are teaming up with The Bold As Brass Ensemble to present choral and brass music for Christmas at their ever popular Christmas Concert.

Bold as Brass are a dectet of young musicians, formed at the Guildhall School in 2010, whose performances range from jazz to baroque to pop. The Lea Singers have a range of initiatives underway to promote and support young musicians, including a thriving internship programme for talented young local singers. During the concert, The Lea Singers and Bold as Brass will combine for jazz arrangements of popular Christmas melodies, and to lead audience carols. There will be mulled wine and mince pies at the interval, and a charity raffle in aid of Harpenden Mencap. adult £13, concs £12, under 18’s £5 Tickets: 01582 793845 or online at www.leasingers.co.uk

Saint Nicolas Saturday 1st December 7.30pm St Saviour’s Church, St Albans A collaboration between Amadeus Chamber Orchestra, Beaumont School Vocal Ensemble and Carillon.

The celebrated Christmas cantata by Benjamin Britten with Philip Salmon (tenor) in the title role.

Other works include: Britten Hymn to St Cecilia Finzi Magnificat and Alan Bullard Cyprian Dances. adult £13, concs £11 www.amadeusorchestra.co.uk

A Celebration of Christmas Sunday 9th December 7pm Marlborough Road Methodist Church, St Albans The St Albans Choral Society concert includes a performance of This Endris Night, a Christmas cantata by highly accomplished accompanist and organist, Richard Harvey, and Morten Lauridsen's O Magnum mysterium. They will joined by the Cunningham Hill Junior School Choir for seasonal music both old and new with opportunities for audience participation. adult £13 child £1, available from 07884 231958

St Albans Organ Theatre 320 Camp Road, St Albans, 01727 869693

Christmas Concert 8th December 7.30pm Donald Mackenzie & Diana Vivian (soprano) £9

Mechanical Instruments Christmas Special 9th December 2.15pm with visiting organs and a surprise or two! £5.50

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sic for Christmas A Musical Antidote To Christmas!

Saturday 5th January 6pm St John's Church, Harpenden Join The Friends Ensemble, a vibrant and exciting group of local musicians, for their popular informal post-Christmas concert of vocal and instrumental music.

Free admission, all are welcome.

Donations will be invited for the work of The Childrens’ Society.

A Medieval Christmas Monday 17th December 7.30pm St John’s Church, Harpenden The Hardynge Choir return to Harpenden for their Christmas Concert comprising of a selection of Medieval carols and Christmas music inspired by the Middle Ages together with appropriate readings.

Performing with the Choir will be: Richard Hills: Organ Gill Hicks: Trumpet Rufus Frowde: Musical Director adult £12 0845 475 1664

Handel’s Messiah Saturday 1st December 7.30pm Harpenden High Street Methodist Church The Harpenden Choral Society begins its Christmas season with one of Handel's best-loved oratorios.

This magnificent narration of the life of Christ comes alive under the expert direction of John Andrews with the talents of 4 stunning soloists and the strength of 90 voices behind them. Soloists include soprano Natasha Jouhl, alto Gillian McIlwraith, tenor Thomas Raskin, and baritone Grant Doyle. Organ and harpsichord accompaniment will be provided by Joseph McHardy, with orchestral accompaniment

by The King’s Sinfonietta.

Ticket holders are invited to a pre-concert talk at 6.45pm entitled “So you think you know Handel’s Messiah” by John Andrews, an expert on 18th century music. Did the Messiah’s famously rousing Hallelujah Chorus really bring King George II to his feet at its London premiere?

Here’s your chance to find out! adult £13, child / students £3

Annual Carol Concert Tuesday 18th December 7.30pm High Street Methodist Church The Harpenden Choral Society returns for their annual carol concert, featuring Benjamin Britten's ‘A Ceremony of Carols’ a selection of Christmas music written for the Kings Singers, and, as always, carols for choir and audience. Come and sing in the Christmas season! adult £10, child /student £3 Tickets for both concerts are available from the Box Office on 01582 419379 or www.harpendenchoralsociety.org or on the door.

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NOW where’s Santa?

Free Lindt Reindeer Hunt and Festive Colouring Competition

Come and Meet Santa 15th - 16th December Inn on the Park, Verulamium Park, St Albans Join this Santa Event with the ‘Wish Upon a Party’ Fairy, arts and crafts with Wobbly Brushes and face painting, sessions 10am-11am, 11.30am-12.30pm and 1-2pm.

1st - 31st December Burston Nursery, St Albans

Letters to Santa up to 3rd December Burston Nursery, St Albans Children will be able to write their letter to Santa and post it in the garden centre! Post by 3rd December and free replies from the man himself can be collected from Saturday 8th December.

Tea With Santa 6th & 11th December The Dutch Nursery Garden Centre, Brookmans Park, Hatfield, 01707 653372 4.30 - 5.30pm A healthy lunch box and a gift from Santa, £7.95

Tree Planting with Santa 16th December 10 - 3pm Heartwood Forest see page 28

Sunday Lunch with Santa 16th & 23rd December 12 noon Knebworth House www.knebworthhouse.com 2 course festive lunch and gift adult £22.50, child £9.50 booking essential

Santa at The Harlequin

Santa Train Specials

Shopping Centre, Watford

8th - 23rd December Leighton Buzzard Railway times and dates vary 25 minute steam-train ride and gift, hot punch and mince pies. 08444 771 000

up to 24th December www.theharlequin.uk.com £3

Santa’s at Dunstable Downs 9th, 16th and 23rd December Dunstable, Beds There will be carol singers, live music and Santa's magical grotto. There will be a small charge to see Santa. www.dunstabledowns@nationaltrust.org.uk

Santa's Spectacular Grotto and Magical Ice Skating Rink up to 24th December Willows Farm, London Colney Visit Santa and receive a golden key for his toy shop where children can choose a present. Join in with the Nativity story, hop on the Festive Wood Ride, enter the Elves House and see the reindeer.

Then get your skates on to experience the synthetic ice rink for all the fun without the cold and wet! www.willowsfarmvillage.com .

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it’s panto time!

Dick Whittington Harpenden Public Halls 15th - 22nd December Starring CBeebies Cerrie Burnell as The Fairy of The Bells and Dr Who companion and Blue Peter legend Peter Purves as Alderman Fitzwarren.

Will Dick find the streets paved with gold? Will he win the hand of the lovely Alice? Will he defeat the evil King Rat? Featuring fantastic songs, a live band, sensational costumes and bags of audience participation Dick Whittington is the perfect way to kick start your festive season.

From £10 Box Office 01582 767525

Aladdin The Alban Arena 14th December - 6th January Mister Maker (Phil Gallagher) is back after his fantastic performance in Snow White last year.

Joining him will be Shaun Williamson (‘Barry’ in Eastenders) and Jemma Carlilse (Snow White from last year) as Jasmine! Charming and witty Bob Golding also returns, promising even more hilarity! Whatever you do, don’t miss it, there’ll be comedy, singing, dancing and a top-quality West End cast! £14 - 16.50 Box Office 01727 844488

Jack and the Beanstalk Hawthorne Theatre, Welwyn Garden City 12th December - 1st January Join Jack on his bean-tastic journey as he battles with the giant on the beanstalk! A perfect Christmas treat for the whole family, it’s guaranteed to be a Giant of a pantomime!

From £8 Box Office 01707 357117

Beauty and the Beast

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The Radlett Centre, Radlett 8th - 31st December This heart-warming show has something for everyone, combining a popular classic fairytale with all the cherished traditions of pantomime.

With fantastic music and costumes and dazzling scenery, it promises laughter, colourful pantomime characters, a beautiful heroine, a beast who is not as he seems and loads of audience participation. Box Office 01923 859291

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do you have aches and pains?

Harpenden Holistic Health Is now in its fifteenth year I qualified in Sports and Holistic Therapy at Barnfield College (certified by IIHHT and IIST) and gained experience working at Champneys of Henlow, specialising in numerous treatments and techniques whilst treating guests, many of them celebrities!

Specialising in both Holistic and Sports treatments provides a breadth of knowledge and a diverse range of skills for immediate and on-going treatments. My reputation, skills and results are trusted within numerous sports and social groups in and around Harpenden, attracting a strong client base from sports professionals to senior citizens.

The clinic provides a warm, comfortable, relaxing environment, matched by my approachable and professional demeanour, putting clients at ease.

Treatments include: Sports Massage (Deep Tissue), Ultra Sound and Audio Sonic promoting healing. Mechanical Gyratory Deep Massager to improve circulation and remove lactic acid.

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feet to restore the balance of the body.

Indian Head Massage for the upper back, arms, neck, scalp and face; as well as Facials.

So if you have aches, pains, arthritis, rheumatism; or you’re just feeling a little stressed, come in for some treatment to promote better health – it could be just what you need this winter. Massages start at £30 for 30 minutes back and shoulder massage.

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NOW on the ice!

photo courtesy of Ben Parker

Eyeskate London Eye up to 6th January 10am - 9pm Ice skate in the shadow of one of London’s most breathtaking and iconic landmarks, situated on the festive South Bank. www.londoneye.com Winter Wonderland Hyde Park up to 6th January 10am - 10pm Festive fun from ice skating to Santa's Grotto, Christmas markets, observation wheels, fun fair rides along with the biggest ice skating rink in London, all make for a special event full of fun for all the family. Free entry but you buy tickets for the rides and grotto on the day, and entry tickets for ice skating, the wheel and the circus in advance by visiting www.hydeparkwinterwonderland.com Natural History Museum Ice Rink up to 6th January Embrace winter at this 950-square-metre ice rink, London's most spectacular winter attraction. Come and skate: Sunday – Wednesday 10am – 10pm Thursday – Saturday 10am – 11pm Tickets from £9 0844 847 1576 www.nhm.ac.uk Magical Ice Skating Rink Willows Farm, London Colney see page 6 Tower of London Ice Rink up to 6th January Why not skate across the ice while taking in one of London’s famous landmarks. Those not skating can enjoy a glass of mulled wine, hot chocolate and mince pies. www.toweroflondonicerink.com

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The Van Hage Real Ice Rink Great Amwell, Nr Ware up to 6th January The rink will be surrounded by a fully heated marquee. This year they have added a Skate Shop providing a range of skates and winter clothing.

01920 870811 www.vanhage.co.uk Skate at Somerset House up to 6th January Celebrate the festive season in style at London’s most glamorous ice rink. Find your feet on the ice with the Skate School and give your children their first glide on the ice with the Penguin Club.

Or simply soak up the atmosphere at Tom's Skate Lounge.

0844 847 1520 www.somersethouse.org.uk

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all older people welcome!

St Albans City & District Council and partners invite you to the first mobile older people’s forum 6th December 1.30 - 3.30pm Park Hall, Harpenden The vision behind this is that older people be given a voice, are heard and have the ability to influence decisions made that may affect their lives. It is hoped these forums will travel around the district to enable as many people as possible to take part.

Themes to be discussed: The future of Community Transport The changes to Welfare Reform Harpenden Seniors Forum There will be plenty of opportunities to ask questions and get your views heard‌.so why not come along!

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the purple appeal

grand ball was held in the Public Hall in the autumn and smaller sums of money were donated by many local bodies.

By 1952, although many successful fund-raising events were held, it was becoming evident that more funds would be needed and so the Annual Appeal at Christmas was born. Special envelopes were prepared, delivered and collected by volunteers over the Christmas period. Each householder was invited to make a This year marks the Diamond Anniversary of The contribution to help their less fortunate townsfolk Harpenden Trust Christmas Appeal, raising funds through the Harpenden Trust. The result for that year was a very satisfactory total of for Harpenden individuals and families in crisis. £302.16s.10d. Over the last 60 years the The Harpenden Trust was set up in 1948 after Christmas Appeal has gone from strength to the Second World War to raise funds to sponsor strength and last year the amount raised was an an emergency fund to help local families. Initially outstanding £33,328.00. fund raising events included gymkhanas and fetes but the committee realised that they had to The Christmas Appeal Collection has continued over the last 60 years because a team of fund raise on a grander scale. dedicated local volunteers has carried on the On 4th April 1950 a Brains Trust (a radio quiz tradition of helping individuals and families in show) was held with the BBC question master, Harpenden, who need support and financial aid.

Donald McCullough in the chair and the ‘radio Please play your part by digging deep this doctor’, Dr Charles Hill (whose daughter Susan Christmas when that purple envelope drops Fairbairn is currently President of the Trust) on through your letterbox! the team as well as three other dignitaries. A

a festive first Get down to the Harpenden Farmers Market on 23rd December between 10 - 2pm where the stall holders will be competing for the ‘Best Dressed Festive Stall’ This is the first time the Farmers Market has been held in December, so why not take advantage and get some last minute bits! There will be a wide selection of festive foods including Christmas Puddings, Gingerbread Houses, Mulled Wine, Handmade Chocolates....and many more!

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tiles, tiles, tiles!

Whether you are looking to tile a hallway, kitchen, living room or conservatory floor or have your bathroom

completely re-tiled or transformed into a wet-room then Cedar Ceramics with over 7 years in the trade are here to help. We are fully insured and all work is guaranteed. References and a portfolio are available if required.

Cedar Ceramics supply and fix all types of tiles including ceramic, porcelain, mosaic and glass.

We specialise in natural stone including marble, travertine, limestone, granite, quartz and slate.

Electric under floor heating can also be installed to give added warmth and comfort.

Cedar Ceramics have an established business in East Sussex and have recently moved to the local area. To view the company’s most recent customer feedback and photos please visit www.checkatrade.com/CedarCeramics The main focus of the company’s business is domestic customers but small commercial projects are also undertaken; see the tiled mural of Bonaparte (pictured) for Ripples, designer bathroom specialists. If you are considering a tiling project for the New Year please contact Ross for advice or a free no obligation estimate.

We wish you all a Merry Christmas and look forward to working with you in the New Year Ross Mabbott, Cedar Ceramics 01582 612098 07790 226089 enquiries@cedarceramicstiling.co.uk Cedar Ceramics Tiling is a member of The Tiling Association, Checkatrade and fully approved by Trading Standards (Local Council Buy with Confidence Scheme)

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dashing through the town!

Special appearances by stars of The Alban Arena panto will add to the festive atmosphere on Sunday 9th December for the annual Grove House Jingle Bell Jog and Reindeer Run. Santas and little people in reindeer ears will jog through the streets of St Albans to raise funds for Grove House. The festive family fun will begin outside the Waterend Barn at 11am for the shorter Reindeer Run, 1.5km. Then at 11.30am hundreds of red suited Santas will take their places to run 5kms around the town, even if you’re not running it’s a sight worth seeing!

John Darin from Heart Drivetime will be hosting the event and the Heart Angels will be on hand to add to the atmosphere and lead entrants in an energetic warm up.

The day will provide festive fun for everyone, the Reindeer Run is open to all ages and entry costs £7.50 including reindeer ears and a medal. Entry to the Jingle Bell Jog costs £15 includes a Santa suit and a medal, and is open to ages 10 and over.

Last year these events raised more than £17,000 for Grove house, sufficient to fund a hospice nurse for six months.

To take part contact the fundraising team on 01442 820717 or visit www.grove-house.org.uk/jinglebelljog Every penny you raise will make a difference

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Bark Busters, the world's largest dog training business, offers tips on how to keep your dog safe and happy over the festive season some foods can be harmful Many festive foods can be harmful and toxic to dogs, including fatty or spicy foods, breads and dough, fresh herbs and sweets of all kinds, especially those with chocolate or artificial sweeteners. Particularly dangerous are cooked bones as they can easily splinter and the bone shards can cause choking or get stuck in their gums. Instead, give them ‘dog bones’ .

While a little taste of turkey can make them happy, don’t overdo it, too much of a good thing can make them sick. decorations are not playthings Keep your pet away from plants, many of which are poisonous, such as holly, mistletoe, poinsettias and amaryllis.

Also keep electrical wires and batteries out of their reach, chewing or biting anything electrical can cause shock or burns. Chewing batteries can cause the acid to leak and obviously don’t leave lighted candles unattended.

Christmas trees can be hazardous Secure the tree to the ceiling or wall to prevent it from tipping over. Hang non-breakable ornaments near the bottom of the tree so that delicate paws don't get hurt and regularly sweep up fallen pine needles. help your dog feel safe and relaxed Help your dog feel calmer by exercising him prior to the festivities and don't forget to keep their bowl filled with plenty of fresh water. please don’t give a pet as a surprise gift!

A cute puppy might seem like the perfect gift choice, but many end up at rescue centres.

Owning a dog takes a genuine commitment of time, responsibility, training and exercise.

Following these simple tips will help make the festivities safe and happy for your whole family, including our much loved canine companions.

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Let florist Anita Lindeman teach you how to make stunning arrangements with beautiful flowers and foliages, in a calm relaxed atmosphere. Delicious refreshments, lunch included on Childwickbury workshops.

Christmas Wreath Workshops Fri 7th December 10am - 12 noon Mile House Lane Fri 14th December 7.30pm - 9.30 pm The Flower School

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laugh out loud If you’re fed up with your Uncle Jack’s unfunny oneliners this Christmas, why not retreat to a quiet corner and find a bit of comic relief away from the relatives.

From classic cats to depressed rabbits, we have enough Christmas cheer to keep you laughing well into the New Year.

The Far Side Gallery 1

by Gary Larson

If there’s any doubt that Gary Larson is some kind of comic genius, it was dispelled when they built a museum in San Francisco and filled it with his cartoons.

Seeing the world through Larson’s eyes is viewing it through a pair of Dame Edna-style glasses. He finds the funny in the ordinary and I guarantee you’ll never look at cows and chickens in quite the same way again. The Far Side books can be passed from grandparents to parents to children and all will be equally tickled by Larson’s humour.

Simon’s Cat Vs The World by Simon Tofield Not since Garfield has a cartoon cat so captured the nation’s heart.

Simon’s cat spends his days terrorising and tormenting his longsuffering owner but this time, it’s the puss that’s under threat. With a new kitten on the scene, Simon’s Cat is facing a power-struggle of a magnitude he’s never known before. Forget fighting dead flies…this time it’s war. Life-long

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cat fan Tofield has had years of feline experience, and it shows. The new cartoons are full of pure moggy magic.

The Best of “Punch” Cartoons

by Helen Walasek

‘Punch’ magazine may have closed its doors in 2002 but its legendary status lives on. This is the biggest collection of Punch cartoons ever and it’s one to be savoured. It’s essential reading for all fans of humour and satire, with no holds barred and nowhere safe to hide.

The selection was made

by Helen Walasek of the Punch Cartoon Library and it’s definitely to be treasured.

With 600 of the best to flick through, you’d better avoid doing it in one sitting, or you might end up Punch drunk!

The Best of Matt 2012

by Matthew Pritchett

Looking back over the last twelve months, you would expect cartoons on the Olympics, the

Diamond Jubilee, the recession and everything else inbetween. This multi award-winning cartoonist captures the spirit of the nation in his own inimitable way. It’s a subtle mixture of wit and satire that will have you chuckling into your pudding.

His almost haphazard drawing style is quirky and suggestive, making you feel like he’s capturing British life on the fly. A brilliant way to look back over the year.

The Book of Bunny Suicides by Andy Riley Poor bunny. Here we are, taking pleasure in his impending pain. It sounds terribly fiendish and it’s definitely not for Peter Rabbit fans but Riley’s cartoons somehow manage to maintain a touch of innocence in the macabre. The premise is simple and yet Bunny’s plans to end his days become more and more elaborate and ingenious as the book goes on. It brings new meaning to the phrase ‘not a happy bunny’. I guarantee that you’ll laugh out loud.

Spe cial Editio n

Garfield Going for Gold

by Jim Davis

Timed to coincide with London 2012, this special edition is one of the classic sports strips. He may have been around since the 70s but Davis’ furry anti-hero hasn’t grown out of taunting his owner with violence towards his canine counterpart, Odie and of laziness, gluttony, sarcasm and a hatred of Mondays. You gotta love a cat like that.

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Scouts at work!

The 9th Harpenden Scout Group is raising funds to build a replacement headquarters on Kinsbourne Green Common. Planning permission has been granted for a purpose-built building, providing three meeting rooms, store rooms, an office, kitchen and toilets, with disabled access.

The new building will also be available to the community seven days and two evenings a week.

Construction of the new building is hoped to commence in July 2013. We have already raised ÂŁ60,000 towards the project and our next fundraising

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event is Christmas Tree Carrying every weekend in December, at Littlefield Farm, Kinsbourne Green when our Beaver, Cubs, Scouts and Explorers will provide this valuable service to customers.

Scouting is one of the great success stories of the last century, and the 9th Harpenden Scout Group has been playing its part for nearly half that time.

If you can help us ensure the 9th continues to thrive for the next hundred years, please contact Elisabeth Grover at gsl9thharpenden@gmail.com

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After a Boxing Day walk to work off the excesses of Christmas Day why not use the leftovers to make these unusual recipes.

The first a tasty alternative for leftover turkey, a French favourite Pithivier Pie or for Christmas Pudding leftovers try making ice cream to serve as a light dessert for New Years Day!

turkey pithivier pie

50g / 2oz mayonnaise 300g / 12oz cooked turkey, diced 750g / 1½lb puff pastry (a mix of light and dark meat is great for flavour) 1 egg, beaten 1 medium onion, chopped 50g / 2oz cooking oil 125g / 5oz cream cheese 1 tbsp chopped herbs 75g / 3oz cooked stuffing, crumbled (parsley, thyme or tarragon are great with turkey) 75g / 3oz cranberry sauce salt and pepper 2-3 sticks of celery, finely sliced 50g / 2oz walnuts, chopped If cooking on the day pre-heat the oven at 200c / 180f / gas mark 6. In a frying pan gently sauté the onion and celery until just softened. Allow to cool slightly. In a large mixing bowl combine all other ingredients, when cool add the onion and celery mix. If the mix seems quite thick add a little more mayonnaise, being careful not to make it too wet. Once the mixture is ready place a large baking tray into the oven to warm slightly; this will help the base crisp up.

Meanwhile on a floured surface roll out slightly less than half the pastry into a large round, you can use a dinner plate to get an exact shape. Place the turkey mix onto the pastry base leaving a good 2cm / 1 inch around the edge for sealing. Remove the baking tray from the oven; gently slide the Pithivier onto the sheet. Roll out the rest of the pastry to at least 2cm / 1 inch larger than the first disc, brush the edge of the base with beaten egg, carefully place the lid on top and press the edges together to seal. Cut a small hole in the top of the Pithivier to let out steam when cooking, you can decorate the top as you wish. Place in the oven for 30 - 40minutes or when the top is golden brown, serve with potatoes and vegetables or salad.

The Pithivier can be frozen on a cold baking tray, for a month. Defrost slowly then cook as above, but add an extra 10 minutes to ensure the base is crisp, if the top is getting too brown cover with foil.

Christmas pudding ice-cream 4 medium eggs, separated 100g / 4oz cranberries, fresh or frozen 100g / 4oz caster sugar 100g satsuma segments 100 -150g / 4-6oz cooked Christmas pudding, crumbled 50g / 2oz caster sugar 2 tblsp brandy or orange liqueur 75ml / 3floz water 300ml / ½ pint double cream Whisk the egg yolks and sugar until pale and fluffy. Add the Christmas pudding and liqueur. Whisk the cream to soft peaks and add to the mixture. Whisk the egg white to stiff peaks and add to the mix.

Transfer to a lidded container and freeze for a minimum of 6 hours before using.

To make the sauce place the cranberries and satsuma’s in a saucepan, add the caster sugar and water. Heat gently until a syrup forms stirring occasionally but try to break the segments and berries up. Drizzle over the ice cream, this sauce can be hot or cold.

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NOW where’s Santa?

The Norad Tracks Santa programme has been around since 1955, they believe that Santa Claus is alive and well in the hearts of people throughout the world. Visit the website from the 1st of December to begin the official countdown to Santa’s launch!

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Dynamix Dance Spectacular 1st December 6pm Local dance school perform in their spectacular Christmas Show! £7, £4.50

Bootleg 60’s 3rd December 7.30pm The Bootleg Sixties are back on tour again with their fantastic ‘sight and sound’ show, and having rocked the Public Halls to their very foundations last time, will be looking to go one better this time!. Without doubt this is the best show of its’ kind working in the UK today, and definitely not to be missed. £18.50

Beauty and The Beast 4th December 7.30pm Harpenden Young Hearts Youth Theatre return for their winter showcase with this Disney classic. £8, £6

Film: The Debt cert 15 12th December 8pm A brilliant thriller with a great cast starring Helen Mirren, Tom Wilkinson and Ciaran Hinds.

In 1965, three Israeli Mossad agents cross into East Berlin to apprehend a notorious Nazi war criminal. Thirty years later, the secrets the agents share come back to haunt them. £5 for non members.

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the gangs all here!

The highly anticipated Harpenden & Wheathampstead Scouts Gang Show is now in rehearsal and will be showing at Harpenden Public Halls from 8th - 12th January.

This year the show celebrates its 64th consecutive year and as always is crammed full of inspiring young people who make up the 156

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strong cast. There are no auditions; any Scout aged from 9 to 18 can be in the show, and there is a waiting list as long as your arm to take part!

Year on year the show grows from strength to strength, introducing fledgling performers to the show, alongside the more experienced, all of whom emerge with new skills and a new found appreciation for each other and the Scouting experience.

Behind the incredible cast, are up to 100 adult volunteers who form the backstage crew. An array of areas are covered from stagehands to choreographers, all of which are committed to this fantastic show and work tirelessly from rehearsals to closing night finale, it simply could not happen without them.

Come and see why we are the longest running consecutive gang show in the world and prepare for a night of pure entertainment. Among the highlights this year the Scouts are set to create a ‘Revolution’ in song, dance and theatre! www.hwgangshow.org.uk

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NOW at St Albans Cathedral

Saturday 1st December Handel: Messiah 7pm Malcolm Sargent Festival Choir with the London Gala Orchestra adult: £15 - £25, concs £10 for £15 tickets available from 020 7602 6818 or malcolm.sargent@virgin.net Sunday 2nd December Advent Procession 6.30pm A candlelit service of readings and music for the start of Advent.

Sunday 9th December Christingle Service* 3pm Children and adults alike love this enjoyable service, which ends in candlelight.

Sunday 9th December 5.15pm La Nativité du Seigneur by Messiaen Tom Winpenny, Assistant Master of the Music Free, retiring collection in aid of Cathedral music.

Saturday 15th December St Albans Bach Choir Christmas Carols Two concerts of Christmas music and readings by the Choir and organist Andrew Parnell.

Family Carol Concert* 3pm, adult £5, child £1 if seat needed Carol Concert 7pm, adult £10, concs £5 Tickets available only on entry.

Friday 21st & Sunday 23rd December Festival of Lessons and Carols 7pm Admission by ticket only.

Saturday 22nd December Carols on the Hour* Take a break from Christmas shopping for a very special Cathedral event! Each carol service lasts 30 minutes. No tickets required.

On the hour, every hour from 11am - 4pm Christmas Eve Crib Service* 3pm A popular service intended mainly for children and young families. Children can visit the crib and join in singing carols.

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Christmas Eve Choral Evensong for Christmas 5.30pm A quiet and reflective service sung by the Abbey Girls Choir, marking the end of Advent and the beginning of Christmas.

Midnight Mass 11.30pm The first celebration of Christmas, with carols and the glorious singing of the Cathedral Choir.

Doors will be open from 10.50pm Christmas Day Eucharist with Carols 8am Parish Eucharist for Christmas Day* 9.30am A service sung by the Abbey Girls Choir and the men of the Cathedral Choir, for all ages Matins for Christmas Day 11.15am a service sung by the Cathedral Choir.

Eucharist 12.30pm a quiet service without music following Matins.

Following the 12.30pm service the Cathedral will be closed for the rest of Christmas Day, but is otherwise open daily during the Christmas period.

Boxing Day Eucharist 9am & 12 noon Carols on Boxing Day 4pm a short and informal carol service.

1st January A Romantic New Year Concert 7pm St Albans Symphony Orchestra Including: Romeo and Juliet Overture: Tchaikovsky An American in Paris: Gershwin La Traviata prelude: Verdi Die Fledermaus Overture: J Strauss adult £8 - 20, child £1, students £5 01727 857422 / tickets@saso.org.uk www.saso.org.uk * services suitable for children

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house! Consider sleeping arrangements, additional seating, crockery and cutlery.

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November and check for breakages. Make a note if you need to buy any extra items. Before you start packing away your decorations, the key is to label everything so you know what and where items are.

make a gift list Include family, friends and those small gifts you need for school and work. Decide how much you want to spend per gift then go online and get researching! Compare prices, make an action plan and decide which gifts you’re going to buy.

If you've decided this is the year you'll celebrate Christmas well prepared and in It’s also handy to keep a list of ideas that others can buy for your family, should they ask. a home that is clean and organised. But Also, buy a few back-up gifts that are quirky-yetdon’t know where to start, read on for some personal, just in case! simple handy tips.

Start by preparing a Christmas plan of everything you need to do, including making decisions on where and with whom you’ll spend Christmas; things you need to do in the home; your Christmas theme; food planning and your gift list.

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make a greetings list Make a contact list for cards and greetings which can easily be updated. This can include Christmas Cards, phone calls and e-mails. food and drink Start menu planning well in advance and place orders for food and drink early. It’s also good to look out for original ideas on how to use leftovers and keep guests well fed. looking your best With all the planning it’s easy to forget about yourself. Plan what you’re going to wear on Christmas Day and book hair and beauty appointments. need a helping hand?

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1st Dynamix Dance Spectacular see page 32 Magic: A Kind of Queen The Radlett Centre, 01923 859291, Queen tribute band, 7.30pm, £17.50 2nd Christmas Fair Ashridge Estate Visitor Centre, 10 - 2pm www.nationaltrust.org.uk Fascinating Aida The Alban Arena, 01727 844488, Britain's best comedy cabaret trio, 7.30pm, £19.50 Batford Christmas Lights Switch On Pickford Hill, 01582 768278, 5.30pm 4th Beauty & the Beast see page 32 Meeting: Wildlife in your Pond Roundwood Park School, Harpenden Horticultural Society, 8pm 5th The Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain The Alban Arena, 01727 844488, funny, stomping, toe-tapping obituary of Rock & Roll & light entertainment, 8pm, £18.50 A Festive Knit & Natter Hertford Museum, for seasoned knitters & new starters, bring your projects along & get help from the creator of the St Albans Cathedral Knitivity & each other!

10.30 - 12.30pm, free 6th Older People’s Forum see page 16 7th - 29th Mother Goose Watford Palace Theatre, 01923 225761, £15.50 - £20 8th Arts & Crafts Market Town Hall, Market Place, St Albans, 10 - 4pm, free 9th Jingle Bell Jog & Reindeer Run see page 22 Stockwood Christmas Fair Stockwood Discovery Centre, 01582 548600, 11 - 4pm, adult £2.50, child £2 A Victorian Christmas St Stephen's Church Hall, St Albans, 01727 858307, songs & party pieces Victorian style by St Albans Chamber Opera, includes afternoon tea, 3pm, £16 Music for Christmas Hatfield House, 01707 357117, Hertfordshire Chorus, seasonal songs & carols, 7pm, adult £15, child £10 9th & 16th Sunday Farmers Markets Market Place, St Albans 9th, 16th & 23rd Festive Happenings Dunstable Downs, 01582 500925, crafts, free tastings, roast chestnuts, mince pies & mulled wine

12th Walk: Ghost Walk meet outside the Old Town Hall, St Albans, 8pm, www.stalbanstourguides.co.uk Film: The Debt see page 32 12th & 14th Christmas Carol Cabaret Inn on the Park, Verulamium Park, St Albans, The Roof Top Theatre, www.rooftoptheatre.com, 7pm, adult £6, child £4 12th Dec - 1st Jan Jack and the Beanstalk see page 8 13th Christmas Singalong Wheathampstead Memorial Hall, 7.45pm, free 14th Dec - 6th Jan Aladdin Panto see page 8 15th - 21st Dick Whittington see page 8 16th Tree Planting at Heartwood Forest page 28 Ashridge Christmas Trail Ashridge Visitor Centre, 01442 851227, learn how the wildlife spends its Christmas, 10-4pm 19th - 22nd French Market outside the Civic Centre, St Albans 21st - 30th Witches by Roald Dahl Abbey Theatre, St Albans, 01727 857861 22nd Carols on the Hour see page 36 22nd & 23rd Clock Tower Christmas Opening High Street, St Albans, 10.30 - 5pm, last entry 4.45pm 23rd Harpenden Farmers Market see page 18 26th Walk: ‘Burn off Walk’ Dunstable Downs, 01582 500920, enjoy the spectacular views, £2 per person, booking advisable & £2 car parking, 11 - 1pm Walk: Ghost Walk St Albans meet outside the Old Town Hall, 8pm www.stalbanstourguides.co.uk 27th Walk: Christmas Walk Ashridge Estate, 01442 851227, mulled wine & mince pies, 10-12 noon 31st New Years Family Skate Campus West, Welwyn Garden City, 1pm, www.rollercity.co.uk New Year Cabaret Evening The Old Cock Inn, Harpenden, 01582 712649

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what’s on in January

1st Walk: The History of St Albans meet outside the Old Town Hall, 11am, adult £4, child £2, from the guide on the day or the Tourist Information Centre 01727 864511 New Year's Day Opening Redbournbury Mill, 01582 792874, 11am - 4.30pm, refreshments, free 3rd Winter Festival: Family Activities Hertford Museum www.hertfordmuseum.org New Year Activities Mill Green Museum, Hatfield, make a scrap book for all your memories, £3 per child 3rd - 6th The Snow Queen presented by Foot in the Door Theatre, The Maltings Arts Theatre, St Albans, adult £10, concs £7.50, times vary 5th Johnny Cash Roadshow Aylesbury Waterside Theatre, 0844 871 7607, 7.30pm, £17 - £18 8th - 12th 64th Gang Show see page 34 12th London Welsh Male Voice Choir High Street Methodist Church, 01582 766797.

London Welsh Male Voice Choir, proceeds to Mencap, includes interval refreshments, 7pm, £18 www.ticketsource.co.uk Lawson Trio Chamber Music Concert The Hawthorne Theatre, Welwyn Garden City, 01707 357117, 7.45pm, £16, £5 13th The House That Rocked Blood The Hawthorne Theatre, Welwyn Garden City, 01707 357117, 7pm, £9 14th An Evening of Gilbert & Sullivan

St Albans Chamber Opera, St Stephens Church, St Albans, 01727 858307, 7.30pm 18th - 26th Table Manners Barn Theatre, Welwyn Garden City, 01707 324300, 8pm 19th Brambleton Model Railway Exhibition Harpenden Public Halls, 10.30 - 5.30pm 21st Romeo and Juliet The Hawthorne Theatre, Welwyn Garden City, 01707 357117, 7.30pm, £16.50, £13.50 23rd - 26th The Ladykillers Milton Keynes Theatre, 0844 871 7652, £12 - £29.50, times vary 23rd - 27th Babes in the Wood Harpenden Public Halls, 07568 363104, Hurst Children's Theatre, adult £8, child £6 25th Jan - 2nd Feb The Shape of Things Abbey Theatre, St Albans, 01727 857861 25th HM Royal Marines The Band and Corps of Drums HM Royal Marines Portsmouth, The Alban Arena, St Albans, 01727 844488 / 01727 86554, concert featuring classical, popular & military music, £23, £19 26th - 27th Residents First Weekend an opportunity for residents to sample highlights of the City & District for free or try leisure activities or new restaurants at a discount cost 28th Talk: ‘History of John Lewis and its Women’ Greenwood Park Community Centre, Tippendell Lane, St Albans, 07944 725226, Soroptomotistrists meeting, 7.45pm sistalbans@hotmail.com

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Dog Training Bark Busters

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Builders McGrath Development & Construction Ltd

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Furniture Restoration Brendon Burns

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