Here’s our round-up of some events over the coming week, compiled by the Local & Tourist Information Centre, also available in The Comet. For more information visit the Local & Tourist Information Centre’s website here.
Mental Health UK – Christmas Fundraising: Today, Thursday and tomorrow, Friday. Lloyds Bank Group will be holding a fundraising event in aid of Mental Health UK, with raffle, tombola, hot drinks and mince pies. At Lloyds Bank, 4 Station Road. From 9am – 4pm.
Citizens Advice North Herts – Pop-up Energy Shop: Today, Thursday and tomorrow, Friday, Monday, 18 and Tuesday 19. It is now easier than ever to choose the best energy deal. Find out how by bringing your bill to this pop up Energy Shop. At 12a Central Approach. From 10am - 4pm.
Open Door Coffee Morning: Today, Thursday. Open coffee morning with free refreshments. A chance for a chat in peace and calm. At Letchworth Free Church, Norton way South. From 10.30am to 12 noon. All welcome. Free parking.
St Michael’s 60 Plus Club: Friday, December 15. Drop in for companionship, talks, tea, raffle, outings and more. At St Michael’s Parish Hall, Broadway. From 1.30pm – 3.15pm. New members always welcome. Annual membership £5. For more details call 01462 676001.
Genie Jelly Belly and the 3 Wishes: Friday, December 15 to Saturday, December 16. Imajica Theatre Company presents this panto for the younger audience. At St Christopher School, Barrington Road. Performances Friday 7pm, Saturday 11am, 2pm and 5pm. Tickets £8 adults, £6 concessions and under 16’s, £24 family available from www.ticketsource.co.uk/imajicatheatre.
North Herts Stamp Club: Friday, December 15. This month’s subject is ‘Recent Acquisitions by Members’. At Mrs Howard Hall, Norton Way South. Starts at 7.15pm. All welcome. For more information call 01462 635752.
Letchworth Recorded Music Society: Friday, December 15. Tonight is Christmas Party night! At The Settlement, 229 Nevells Road. Starts at 7.30pm. Guests £2. New members and visitors welcome. For more details call Judie on 01462 632171.
Santa and his Sleigh: Saturday, December 16 and Sunday 17. Letchworth and Baldock Lions will be at Baldock Services with Santa and his Sleigh from 9am – 5pm. All monies collected will go to meals on wheels for Christmas, New Year and the Foodbank.
Festive Story Telling: Saturday, December 16. A free special event at the Garden City Collection’s Christmas Arts & Crafts Exhibition, ‘Story Time with Alex’ who will be telling stories for under 8’s alongside family activities at the Community Museum, The Arcade between 1pm-3pm. For more details on this and other events visit the Community Museum’s Facebook page. The Exhibition is open every Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 10am-3pm until 23 December.
Historic Guided Walking Tour: Saturday, December 16. Join our Town Historian on a pleasant stroll through some of the highlights of the first Garden City's history. Meet at the Tourist Information Centre, 33-35 Station Road. Starts 10.30am. Finishes at the International Garden City Institute, where you can enjoy free hot drinks and discover more about the history of Letchworth. Free but booking essential at www.garden-cities-exhibition.com.
NHIA Christmas Dance: Saturday, December 16. Celebrate Christmas at the North Herts Irish Association Dance. Music by the Tony Kearney Band. At Jackmans Community Centre, Ivel Court. Starts 8pm. Entry members £8, non-members £9. For more details call Pat 07725 913594.
Quantum Care Christmas Fair: Sunday, December 17. Join in the festive fun with tombola, raffle, crafts made by residents, homemade cakes, sweets and refreshments. All welcome. At Garden City Court Care Home, Whiteway. From 1.30pm-4.30pm. For more details call 01462 473100.
Sunday Dance Club: Sunday, December 17. A warm welcome to Ballroom, Latin and Popular Sequence dancers of all abilities. At Spirella Ballroom, Bridge Road. From 7.30pm to 10.30pm. Bar tea and coffee. Ample free parking. Members £6.50, non-members £7.50, pay on the door. For more details call David & Viv 01234 300179 or visit www.sundaydanceclub.uk.
Christmas Family Arts Day: Wednesday, December 20. Free activities for children and families. Tryout printing seasonal cards, wrapping paper and gift tags. Explore the works in the Gallery with trails and claim a prize once you have completed the quiz! At Broadway Studio and Gallery, 2 The Arcade. Timed sessions at 10am, 11.15am, 1.30pm and 2.15pm. For more information and to book call 01462 476110 or visit www.broadway-letchworth.com.
Baldock and Letchworth Blues, Folk and Roots: Wednesday, December 20. It’s Christmas Party and session time, with food and lots of fun. At The Orange Tree, Norton Road. Starts at 8.30pm. For more details call 01767 683583 email alan@madnanny.co.uk or visit www.madnanny.co.uk
Dick Whittington and his Cat: Tickets on sale at The Local & Tourist Information Centre, 33-35 Station Road for SPADS annual pantomime at St Francis Theatre, Broadway. On Wednesday, December 27 to Saturday December 30. Performances 1pm and 5pm. Adults tickets £12, concessions £8 (Children 3-16yrs/adults over 60). Under 3 years £5. Family Tickets £38.
Gordon House – Paint to Print: On now until Sunday, January 28. Gordon House (1932-2004) was an influential artist and graphic designer who was brought up in Letchworth Garden City. This exhibition displays a selection of his paintings and prints focusing on the 1960s. At Broadway Studio and Gallery, 2 The Arcade. Open Wednesday to Saturday 10am - 5pm, Sunday 10am – 4pm. For more details visit www.broadway-letchworth.com.
