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Cancelled performance

Unfortunately due to the bad weather the Big Bandstand performance this afternoon is cancelled. The summer of free performances will return next year. 

 

It’s the very last performance in the big bandstand 2018 programme.  Watford Brass Band will be performing on Sunday 23rd September from 2pm – 4pm

Watford Brass Band are a traditional brass band established over 100 years ago!

Come and listen to your favourite musicals, plus the band will be performing music from movies and last night of the Proms.

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The Random Cafe is something really different for our town.  Their aim is to reduce food waste, and support our local community.

The Random Cafe is a pop up cafe, diverting food destined to be thrown away.  They hold regular cafes around Watford, using food donated by food establishments that would otherwise go to landfill.

On Saturday 15th September, the Random Cafe is being held at West Watford Community Centre, 15 Harwoods Road, Watford.

You can enjoy a coffee or tea, cake and other snacks whilst having a chat, and then do some shopping at their food boutique table.   All of their food is available on a pay-as-you-feel basis.

Future Dates for September 2018: 

Saturday 22nd September – Meriden Community Centre, Garsmouth Way, Watford.

Please note that the Random Cafe will be supporting Macmillan Cancer Support at their coffee morning on Saturday 22nd September.  All proceeds will go to Macmillan at this event.

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Hertfordshire Health Walks are free, local, health-focused walks happening across the county, led by qualified volunteer leaders, helping everyone get outdoors, get more active and reap the benefits.

Walks are graded between 20 – 30 minutes (First Steps) and 90 minutes (Grade 4)

Garston Health Walks –  Every Friday throughout September at 11am. They meet at Woodside Leisure Centre, Horseshoe Lane. This is a ‘First Steps’ walk, accessible by public transport with refreshments available nearby.

Other Health Walks:

Cassiobury Health Walk – Every Wednesday at 10.30am.  They meet at The Cha Cafe by the tennis courts, nr Shepherds Road.  This is  a ‘Grade 3’ moderate walk, about one hour with hills and possible stiles. (Fast pace walk)

Cassiobury Health Walk – Every Wednesday for a 11.10am start. Again meeting at The Cha Cafe, this is a slower walk about an hour in duration.

For these walks you do not need special equipment, and there is no need to book. It is recommended that you wear some suitable shoes and waterproofs, and that you bring a bottle of water.

For more information you can visit their website:www.hertfordshire.gov.uk/healthwalks or call 01923 588433

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The obstacle run ‘Push it for the Peace’ is back with more challenging obstacles, fun, mud, and water! Taking place on Saturday 22nd September in Cassiobury Park, with a choice of a 5k or 10k route.

If you wish to sign up for one of these obstacle routes, you will be helping to raise funds that will go towards providing Peace Hospice Care services to people living with life-limiting illnesses.

Demand for places will be high this year so make sure you sign up early. It is asked that all participants raise a minimum of £50 in sponsorship to help reach their target of raising £70,000

To sign up for the 5k, the cost is £30

To sign up for the 10k, the cost is £35

With an events village from 9 am, there will be food & drink vans, rides and entertainment for all ages to enjoy so bring along your friends and family to cheer you on!

You MUST be 16 years old or over on race day to take part. You can download a sponsorship form from www.peacehospicecare.org.uk

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Watford Community Housing are holding their AGM meeting this Monday 10th September.

The AGM is open to all Watford Community Housing members and is being held at Beechen Grove Baptist Church, 28 Clarendon Road.

Doors open at 6pm for light refreshments and formal proceedings will be starting promptly at 6:15pm

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Watford Community Housing are hosting their first Single Parents’ Group Meeting on Monday 17th September at the Meriden Community Centre from 10.30am – 12pm

These free sessions will be a great opportunity to meet like-minded single parents in a welcoming and friendly atmosphere with tea and cake provided.

You are welcome to attend with or without your child, but if you are planning on coming with your child, please bring toys or games to keep the occupied.

If you are able to attend please confirm by emailing community@wcht.org.uk or calling 01923 209183

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The jam packed summer season of free live shows, continues in Cassiobury Park on Sunday 16th September with Trinity Swing

Starting at 2pm – 4pm, it will be an afternoon of big band swing, featuring the music of Glenn Miller and many other big band classics from the era of swing!!

Bring a picnic and soak up the sounds, or just enjoy the park in all its glory.

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Watford Football Club next home match is Saturday 15th September (Kick off 5.30pm)

Parking restrictions will be enforced and traffic delays can be expected before and after the match.

The police will close of the section of Vicarage Road, between the junction with Fearnley Street and the junction with Harwoods Road. This will be for a short period before and after the match.

Further information about fixtures and other activities at Vicarage Road Stadium, can be found on the Watford Football Club website.

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