Category: Community Event

Local events that you may be interested in that are not run by the MRA.

Random Cafe Canal Boat Trip

 

Join the Random Cafe for a relaxing cruise down the Grand Union Canal on Saturday 29th February from 11.30am – 4pm.

Tickets include a fish and chip supper, soft drinks and tea and coffee. You can just sit and relax or have a go at steering the boat or operating the locks. £20 per person and places are limited.

Meet at the Waterways Experience, Nash Mills Recreation Centre, Red Lion Lane, Hemel Hempstead, HP3 9TE.

To book contact them at: randomcafeuk@gmail.com

 

Winter Tree Identification Workshop

 

Learn how to identify trees in their winter state on Thursday 20th February from 10am – 3.30pm in Cassiobury Park.

At this Winter Tree Identification Workshop you will spend the morning in the classroom, learning to identify trees using bud and twig characteristics. Then you will work through the various keys available and practice on a collection of cuttings. In the afternoon, take a walk around Cassiobury Park to identify the trees in the park and the nature reserve.

Suitable for beginners – adults and older children welcome.  Lunch can be purchased in the cafe or bring your own.

£7 per person. Booking essential as spaces are limited: https://www.hertswildlifetrust.org.uk/events/2020-02-20-winter-tree-identification-workshop?fbclid=IwAR371iRbXeMqonr-kqPrUtonDMf0phLo30yBS_qe8I20x0j4ykbzEUV92Bk

 

Mayor’s Residents’ Drop in Surgery

 

Peter Taylor will be hosting a Drop In Surgery on Friday 17th January at 1pm at the Mencap Cafe at Watford Central Library.  If you’ve got an issue you think he could help with, please drop by.

The Cafe in the Library is an exciting way for Watford Mencap to provide support and services to people with a learning disability and their families in Watford, Three Rivers and Hertsmere.

 

National Animal Welfare Trust – January gift donation

 

The NAWT would love you to join them throughout January (January 1st – 31st 11am – 4pm) to either donate your unwanted gifts or come and swap it for something in their onsite charity shop.

Please park at the Mercure hotel where parking is free but please ensure you register your car in the Mercure Reception when you arrive, in order to avoid a parking fine.

 

Stay and Play session

 

This Stay and play group, run by volunteers takes place at the Cassiobury Hub on Monday 3rd February from 10am – 11.30pm.

Free play time activities for babies and toddlers. No booking required, just turn up!  However there is a suggested donation of £1 to help pay for resources.

Adults must supervise their children during the session.

The Hub is looking for volunteers to help with Stay and Play contact Hub staff for more details.

Free Taster – Nordic Walking

 

A 45-minute Nordic Walking session that will help you understand just how beneficial Nordic walking can be and how it is far more than just walking with poles!! Get a taste of how light you will feel on your feet, how the whole body is mobilised and why you need to take the time to learn the technique.

Meeting at Leavesden Woodlands Cafe  on Saturday 11th January from 2pm – 2.45pm.  Pole hire is included. 

 

Bumps and Babies Group

 

The first Bumps and Babies session of 2020 is on Monday 13th January from 12.30pm – 2.30pm. Hosted by NCT Watford.

Come for a chat and a hot drink with other parents. This month Lydia from Water Babies will be along to tell you all about the benefits and tips about taking your baby swimming so if that’s something you plan to do in the New Year then do come along.

All welcome with bumps and babies up to 18 months – you don’t need to be an NCT member to come along to any of their events.

 

Memory Cafe at Montrose Care home

 

Join B&M Care on Friday 13th March from 10.30am at Montrose, for their Memory Cafe hosted in partnership with Alzheimer’s Society.

Aimed at people who live with dementia, as well as their families & carers, this unique cafe is a great way to share experiences and stories, and to get help, advice & support from the home’s specialist dementia team.  No need to book – just turn up!

 

Learn to Nordic Walk Course

 

Come and master the power of Fitness Nordic Walking poles and gain your FREEDOM PASSPORT on Thursday 23rd January from 10am – 11.30am in Cassiobury Park.

Nordic Walking is a full-body workout that provides fast results. It is essential you learn the correct technique first and their award-winning courses are a structured teaching program, suitable for all levels.

This enables you to join not only our regular group walks but also those of any other NWUK instructor in the country. Your Passport also entitles you to FREE membership with Nordic Walking UK for the first year.

It covers the following in a 90 minute session:

Gear 1: The fundamentals of Nordic Walking technique. Mastering the arm swing, upper body engagement and pole plant angle.

Gear 2: Gaining propulsion from the pole and toe push, adapting pole position for hills and tailoring technique to your fitness, mobility and personal goals.

For further details and to book a place: https://exercise-anywhere.com/event/144113-LEARN-TO-NORDIC-WALK-SESSION-1-(WATFORD-BOROUGH-COUNCIL)?fbclid=IwAR3KNJtzn_m2OhkHrs3XQMXgqBR8cGtz0CTAPBNS1fqSDn9iA7HtgHyjOI4