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.
Letchworth Ark: Today, Thursday. A Community Drop-in Centre for homeless and vulnerable people. Offering practical and emotional support, including hot drinks, food, clothing and toiletries. At The Salvation Army, Norton Way North. From 9.30am – 12pm. For more details call 01462 677263.
North Herts Community Coffee Bar: Friday, April 6 and Tuesday 10. Drop in for a coffee and a chat at this weekly coffee bar. Hot refreshments range from tea, coffee and hot chocolate starting from just 60p a cup. Hot buttered toast is just 50p and a selection of soup, snacks and soft drinks are also available. At The Brotherhood Hall, Gernon Road. From 9.30am – 11.30am. For more details call 01462 689400 or visit www.nhcvs.org.uk.
Hitchin and Letchworth RSPB Local Group: Friday, April 6. Mark Thomas will give a talk on 'Life of a Bird Detective' to this friendly group of local birdwatchers. Learn more about birds and wildlife with interesting talks and trips to nature reserves. At The Settlement, 229 Nevells Road. Starts 7.30pm. For more details visit www.rspb.org.uk/groups/hitchinandletchworth. All welcome.
Letchworth Vintage Market: Saturday, April 7. With retro, pre-loved, upcycled and handmade crafts. At Leys Avenue. From 10am – 4pm. For more details visit www.loveletchworth.com.
Spring Fair: Saturday, April 7. Prize Tombola, and our usual popular stalls, with homemade cakes and marmalade, bric-a-brac, clothes, toys, books and cards. Delicious refreshments. Childrens activity table. At Letchworth Free Church Hall, Norton Way South. From 10am to 11.30am. Free admission and parking.
Wilbury Community Café: Saturday, April 7. Special feature this month – Let’s get growing – Planting seeds. Free cuppas and cakes, family play sessions, yoga, Maths Matters and Youth Council activities. Everyone welcome. At Wilbury Hall, Bedford Road. From 10.45am to 12.30pm. Free.
St. Michael’s Messy Church: Saturday, April 7. Come and learn about Easter and The Resurrection. At St. Michael’s Church Hall, Broadway. From 3.30 to 5.30pm. For more details contact Jackie Halter 01462 484914 or Rev. Paul Bennett 01462 684822
Family Arts Studio – Watercolour and Wax: Sunday, April 8. Artist Vanessa Stone leads a hands-on craft activity inspired by the artworks on display in the Broadway Gallery. At Broadway Gallery, 2 The Arcade. From 10am to 1pm. Admission is free with no booking required. Family Arts Studio activities are open to all but primarily aimed at accompanied children aged 3+ and families. For more information call 01462 476110 or email broadway@letchworth.
Letchworth Film Club: Sunday, April 8. This month’s film club screening is ‘Sonita’. At Broadway Cinema, Eastcheap. Starts at 7.45pm. Annual membership £33, concessions £28. Guests £5, concessionary guests £4 on the door. For more details call Peter on 01462 671679 or visit www.broadway-letchworth.com
Standalone Farm – Easter Fun: Monday, April 9 to Friday, April 13. Hop down to Standalone Farm and join in the Easter fun. From making bunny ears to fluffy pompom chicks, there will be plenty to keep you busy. At Standalone Farm, Wilbury Road. All activities included in entrance fee. For more details visit www.standalonefarm.com.
The Jungle Book: Monday, April 9. Immersion Theatre are thrilled to bring their trademark energy to their wildest show yet, a brand new musical adaptation of this family favourite. At Broadway Theatre, Eastcheap. Starts 2.30pm. Tickets £12, family £44. For more details and to book call 01462 681088 or visit www.broadway-letchworth.com.
Letchworth Natural History Society: Tuesday, April 10. Dr Brenda Harrold will give a talk on the world of plants, from algae through to conifers. At The Kincaid Hall, The Settlement, 229 Nevells Road. Starts at 7.30pm. Free parking. All welcome. Admission adults £2.50, LALG members £2. (With a valid LALG card). For more details on the programme call Thelma on 01462 893893 or visit www.letchworthnaturalhistory.org.uk.
Electric Cars: Tuesday, April 10. Is now the time? How do their performance, reliability and running costs compare with traditional cars? Join this talk with Transition Town Letchworth. At Mrs Howard Hall, Norton Way South. Starts at 7.45pm. Admission free but £2 donation is welcome to cover costs.
Bird Box Craft Workshop: Wednesday, April 11. Are your kiddies crafty? Then bring them along to this free craft workshop. At Garden Square Shopping Centre. From 10am – 3pm. For more details visit www.gardensquare-shopping.co.uk.
Macbeth: Wednesday, April 11. Royal Shakespeare Company Cinema: Returning home from battle, the victorious Macbeth meets three witches on the heath. At Broadway Cinema, Eastcheap. Starts 6.45pm. Tickets £16 includes a complimentary drink on arrival. For more details and to book call 01462 681088 or visit www.broadway-letchworth.com.
Parents’ Forum: Wednesday, April 11. Supporting children with self-harming behaviours – parents’ forum. An evening to explore and discuss the issues and give parents and carers a better insight into the ways they can support their children. At Letchworth Centre for Healthy Living, Hitchin Road. From 7pm to 9pm. £8. Book online at www.letchworthcentre.org/classes/lunchtime-talks-and-workshps/ or call 01462 678804.
Letchworth Music Club: Wednesday, April 11. Dinara Klinton will perform music to include Beethoven and Liszt. At Howgills, 42 South View. Starts at 7.45pm. Guest Tickets at the door £12, £6 children/students. For more details call visit www.letchworthmusicclub.co.uk.
Open Door Coffee Morning: Thursday, April 12. Come and visit our beautiful building. Free refreshments and a warm welcome. At Letchworth Free Church Hall, Norton Way South. From 10.30am to 12pm.
