Together in Watford: What s on Guide

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1 Together in Watford: What s on Guide February - April 2019 This is a no-nonsense guide to what s going on locally for older people. Keeping you connected, informed and involved in your local community. In this edition: What s on Weekly... 3 What s on Monthly Special Events Theatre & Arts Volunteering This booklet has been produced by Watford & Three Rivers Trust Charity reg no:

2 You could advertise in this great magazine which is published quarterly and distributed to 2000 people around the Watford Area. This Together in Watford guide is aimed towards older people. Together in Watford: Want to see What s on your Guide advert February - April 2019 This is a no-nonsense guide to what s going on locally for older people. Keeping here? you connected, informed and involved in your local community. So do we. In this edition: What s on Weekly... 3 What s on Monthly Special Events us at events@w3rt.org or call to tell us Theatre & Arts Volunteering your needs. This booklet has been produced by Watford & Three Rivers Trust Charity reg no: This publication is produced by the Watford and Three Rivers Trust, with your contribution we can reach a wider audience. Please contact events@w3rt.org or telephone To book a space in the next issue.

3 What s on Weekly Mondays Café O at St Oswolds Church all ages Mondays 8:45 am - 12:30 pm St Oswolds Church, 17 Malvern Way, Croxley Green, WD3 3QL A friendly coffee morning open to all. Who: Contact Cost: See online menu for prices. Community Coffee Morning all ages Mondays (except bank holidays) - 9:30 am - 11:30 am. West Watford Community Centre, 15 Harwoods Road, Watford, WD18 7RB. Everyone is welcome to join for a chat, a drink and some homemade cakes. Who: Vanessa contact Cost: Minimum contribution 1.50 Disability Recreation Unity Movement (DRUM) 18+ Mondays 9:00 am - 3:00 pm. Parkgate Community Centre, Southwold Road, Watford, WD24 7DN Day activities and support for adults with physical and/or sensory disabilities. Who: DRUM contact Cost: 4.50 mornings, 4.00 afternoons including refreshments, Lunch

4 Men in Sheds over 50 Mondays, Thursdays & Fridays - 10:00 am - 12:00 pm. Clitheroe Health and Wellbeing Centre, Clitheroe Gardens, South Oxhey, Watford, WD19 6RP. A friendly place where men over 50 can learn new hobbies, pass on skills they ve acquired and socialise. Who: / Cost: 2 Love to Dance over 50 Mondays - 10:00 am - 12:00 pm. Tanner s Wood Hall, School Mead, Abbots Langley, WD5 0LA. A programme of multiple dance styles and new routines. For people of any ability. No need for a partner or any dance experience. Who: Clare Bellchambers contact Cost: 6.00 per session (first session free). Over 50, Fit and Fabulous over 50 Mondays 10:00 am - 11:00 am. Holywell Community Centre, Chaffinch Lane, Watford, WD18 9QD. Get Fit, Lose Weight Exercise Class. A small group personal trainer led class for all fitness levels. Who: sandral@life1on1.co.uk Cost: 24 per month. Herts Health Walks South Oxhey - all ages Mondays 10:00 am First Steps and grade 1 (20-30 minutes). The Centre, Gosforth Lane, WD19 7AX Health-focused walks getting people more active. Who: Sian Price contact Cost: Free. 4

5 Friendship Club over 55 Mondays - Friday - 10:00 am - 2:00 pm. Clitheroe Health and Wellbeing Centre, Clitheroe Gardens, South Oxhey, Watford, WD19 6RP. A Friendship club for older people to socialise, enjoy a hot lunch and take part in a variety of activities. Who: Hertfordshire Age UK - contact Cost: 19 incl transport & lunch without transport. Disability Recreation Unity Movement (DRUM) 18+ Mondays 10:30 am - 12:00 pm. Parkgate Community Centre, Southwold Road, Watford, WD24 7DN Singing for adults with physical or mental disabilities. Who: DRUM contact Cost: 4.50 including refreshments. Active Herts Introduction to Activity all ages Mondays 11:00am - 12:00am. Holywell Community Centre, Chaffinch Lane, Watford, WD18 9QD. Improve health and wellbeing through physical activity. Who: caroline.roche@watford.gov.uk Cost: Please enquire for pricing. Watford Social Centre for the Blind - all ages Mondays 11:00 am - 2:00 pm. Rene Milton Hall, Cross Street, Watford WD17 2QD A lively social group for those able-bodied with a Visual impairment and the acting support group for the Macular Society. Seated keep fit, games, quizzes, crafts and local trips. Who: Jenny Marsh contact Cost: 20 annual subscription plus nominal weekly donation. 5

6 Zumba over 50 Mondays 11:00 am - 12:00 pm YMCA Charter Place, Watford, WD17 2RT Zumba class aimed at the over 50s Who: Vicky Keough Cost: 6 (60+ discounted price of 4) Herts Health Walks - all ages Mondays 11:00 am The Callowland Sugery, 141A Leavesden Road, Watford, WD24 5DG Health-focused walks getting people more active. First Steps and Grade 1 (20-30 minutes) Who: Sian Price contact Cost: Free. Karaoke all ages Mondays - 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm. Holywell Community Centre, Chaffinch Lane, Watford, WD18 9QD. Come along and sing your heart out with our fun and friendly group. Who: John - contact Cost: Free. Swimming for the over 60 Mondays 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm. William Penn Leisure Centre, Shepherds Lane, Mill End, Rickmansworth, WD3 8JN Three Rivers residents ages 60+ are able to swim for free at the specified times and locations. Who: William Penn Centre contact Cost: FREE 6

7 Tai Chi all ages Monday 12:30 pm 1:30 pm. Meriden Community Centre, Gartsmouth Way, Watford, Herts, WD25 9ET. Improve health and wellbeing through Tai Chi. Who: Cost: 3.50 per session. A stitch in time knitting & crochet group all ages Mondays 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm (14 Jan 25 March) Step Up, 39 Oxhey Drive, South Oxhey, WD19 7SD. For those who would like to improve their knitting and crochet skills, meet with others and share knowledge. Who: Jane Ross contact Cost: 2 per session. Painting and Drawing all ages Mondays 1:00 pm 3:00 pm (14 Jan 1 April) The Centre, Gosforth Lane, Watford, WD19 7AX A tutor led group for mixed ability who have some experience of using water colours and drawing pencil and who want to learn new painting techniques and skills. Who: Ascend contact Cost: 66 per term 12 weeks. Hertswise all ages Mondays 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm. Rickmansworth Baptist Church Hall, High Street, WD3 1RH Activities include conversation over tea and coffee, quizzes, seated exercises, speakers on topics of interest, and more. Who: Mary Green Cost: 5.00 (no charge for carers) 7

8 Getting Together Welcome club Sequence Dance over 55 Mondays 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm. Red Cross Community Centre, Community Way, Croxley, WD3 3BH Sequence dancing at the Getting Together Welcome Club. Who: Getting Together - contact Cost: 1 Young at Heart Swimming over 50 Mondays 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm. Watford Leisure Centre, Hempstead Road, WD17 3HA. Sessions for adults 50 & over only to swim socially or in a lane provided. Who: Get Active - contact Cost: 2.30 per session (pre-registration required). Let s Dance 18+ Mondays 6:15 pm 7:15 pm. Centrepoint Community Centre, Raphael Drive, Watford, WD24 4GY. Varied dance for fitness Who: Contact Cost: 2.50 Pilates - all ages Who: Cost: Mondays 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm. YMCA Orbital Community Centre, Haines Way, Watford, WD25 7QU. Pilates sessions for all abilities. sarademarco1968@gmail.com for 4 sessions 8

9 Get Fit with Yoga - all ages Mondays - 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm. YMCA Orbital Community Centre, Haines Way, Watford, WD25 7QU. Yoga class for all abilities. Who: Jayne contact Cost: 9.00 drop in session or 10 sessions for 45. The Guitar Group all ages Mondays 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm. Music Gym, Meriden Centre, Garsmouth Way, Watford, WD25 9ET. Over 18s guitar group for all ages and abilities Bring own your own guitar all levels catered for. Who: alan@musicgum.co.uk - contact Cost: 10 per session when you buy 4 consecutive sessions. Bingo all ages Mondays (except bank holidays) 7:00 pm Royal British Legion, 161 Watford Road, Croxley Green, Rickmansworth WD3 3ED. Bingo night just turn up and play! Doors open at 7.00pm, eyes down at 7.30pm. Who: Royal British Legion contact Cost: 30p entrance fee plus cost of books. The Highwood Women s Club all ages Mondays 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm. Highwood Primary School, Mead Way, Bushey, WD23 2DP Speakers, quizzes, raffles, tea and chat with occasional outings in Summer. Who: Jane Cook Cost: 2 weekly, to the National Association of Women s Clubs spread over three terms. 9

10 Free Fit Club all ages Who: Cost: Mondays 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm. Central Primary School, Derby Road, Watford, WD17 2LX. Open to all ages and fitness levels. Tailored workouts for all. Alison@wellnesscoach.life FREE Over 50, Fit and Fabulous over 50 Mondays 7.30 pm pm. Fullerlife Health & Fitness Centre, Watford Grammar School for Girls, Ladys Close, Watford, WD18 0AE. Get Fit, Lose Weight Exercise Class. A small group personal trainer led class for all fitness levels. Who: sandral@life1on1.co.uk Cost: 24 per month. Watford Folk Dance Group All ages Mondays - 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm (except bank holidays) Christ Church Hall, St Albans Road, North Watford, WD24 5BD. Traditional English folk and country dancing. Newcomers welcome no need to bring a partner. Who: Fran Beak - contact Cost: 3 per evening - includes tea and biscuits. Back to Netball all ages Mondays 8:00 pm 9:00 pm Watford Grammar School for Girls, Lady s Close, Watford, WD18 0AE (Sports Hall). A gentle introduction to the sport for female players, learning new skills and having fun with friends. Who: caroline.roche@watford.gov.uk Cost: 3.50 per session. 10

11 WATFORD EX SERVICE & SOCIAL CLUB St.Albans Road Watford's only Social Club offering Live Entertainment every Saturday night in clean, comfortable and fully Air Conditioned surroundings. BINGO - Every Wednesday and Saturday Nights. QUIZ NIGHT - Last Friday of every month. RACE NIGHTS - Regularly throughout the Year. KIDS CINEMA - Every Saturday Morning. DART & POOL TEAMS - Competing throughout the Year. FUNCTION ROOM that caters for 150 people available for hire at competitive prices. BAR ROOM with dedicated area for Games activities and Saloon Bar area for a quiet drink or social gathering. Forthcoming Acts include; The New Honeycombs Chicory Tip Ian Parker - Keyboards Player with the Hollies C.J.Jackson - From the Drifters Steve Oakman - From Vanity Fayre Also dedicated Acts for R&R, C&W, Soul, Motown etc. The 'EX' as it is popularly known, is a Members Club that invites Guests to come along, sample the atmosphere and, hopefully join the Club. Membership costs 25/year. Door Charges for entertainment are normally in the region of 5. Drinks are competively priced, food is available during the Daytime 11

12 Swimming for the over 60 Tuesdays Tuesdays 8:00 am 9:00 am. Watford Leisure Centre, Woodside, Horseshoe Lane, Watford, WD25 7HH Three Rivers residents ages 60+ are able to swim for free at the specified times and locations. Who: Watford Leisure Centre contact Cost: FREE Swimming for the over 60 Tuesdays 9:00 am - 10:00 am. Sir James Altham Swimming Pool, Little Oxhey Lane, Watford, WD19 6FW Three Rivers residents ages 60+ are able to swim for free at the specified times and locations. Who: Sir James Altham pool contact Cost: FREE Disability Recreation Unity Movement (DRUM) 18+ Tuesdays 9:00 am - 3:00 pm. Parkgate Community Centre, Southwold Road, Watford, WD24 7DN Day activities and support for adults with physical and/or sensory disabilities. Who: DRUM contact Cost: 4.50 mornings, 4.00 afternoons including refreshments, Lunch

13 Ladies Chair & Hatha Yoga all ages Tuesdays Hatha Yoga 9:15 am 10:15, Chair Yoga 10:30am 11:30 am. Carpenders Park Community Hall, WD19 5EZ. Stretch, tone and strengthen the muscles. Improved flexibility and balancing. Relieve pain and aches. Breathing, meditation & relaxation techniques. Who: Lata contact Cost: 5 per session. Exercise Class over 50 Tuesdays 9:30 am 10:30 am. West Watford Community Centre, 15 Harwoods Road, Watford, WD18 7RB. Moderately energetic keep fit class to music. Must be pre booked. Who: Vanessa contact Cost: for a five week course. Art Resource Centre all ages Tuesdays - 10:00 am - 2:00 pm. Pump House Theatre & Arts Trust, 5 Local Board Road, Watford, WD17 2JP. Sessions to share ideas and skills, opportunities to meet others, access to an extensive art library and facilities for practical work. Available for artists and non-artists alike. Who: Francis Smith - contact Cost: 6.00 per session. 13

14 Chinese Elders Community Language over 50 Tuesdays 10:00 am 11:30 am Watford Palace Theatre, 20 Clarendon Road, WD17 1JZ. Language classes for the Chinese elder s community. Who: participation@watfordpalacetheatre.co.uk Cost: Please enquire for pricing. Getting Together Clubs Rickmansworth over 55 Tuesdays - 10:00 am - 2:00 pm. Mill End Community Centre, Old School Building, Church Lane, Rickmansworth, WD3 8HD. Getting Together Social Clubs. Lots of activities, gentle exercise, socialising and entertainment. Who: Getting Together - contact Cost: 1.00 Exercise Class - over 50 Tuesdays - 10:00 am 11:00 am. YMCA Orbital Community Centre, Haines Way, Watford, WD25 7QU. Exercise class to help movement, wellbeing and confidence. Who: June contact Cost: Taster session 3 or 20 per month. TCV Watford Green Gym all ages Who: Cost: Tuesdays 10:00 am - 1:00 pm Colne River Park (Opposite Knutsford playing fields), Radlett Road, Watford, Year round guided activities to transform meadows and woodland along the Colne River. Open to all or watfordgg@gmail.com Free. 14

15 Music 24 all ages with dementia Tuesdays (2 nd & 4 th of every month) 10:00 am - 11:30 am. Colne River Room, Pump House Theatre & Arts Trust, 5 Local Board Road, Watford, WD17 2JP. Music 24 aims to engage with people with a diagnosis of dementia and their carers. Allowing people to make music in a friendly, welcoming environment. Who: Teela contact Cost: 5 per session voluntary contribution. Friendship Club over 60 Mondays - Fridays - 10:00 am - 2:00 pm. Clitheroe Health and Wellbeing Centre, Clitheroe Gardens, South Oxhey, Watford, WD19 6RP. A Friendship club for older people to socialise, enjoy a hot lunch and take part in a variety of activities. Who: Hertfordshire Age UK - contact Cost: 19 including transport and lunch without transport. Extra Time over 55 Tuesdays 10:00 am - 12:00 pm. Meriden Community Centre, Garsmouth Way, Watford, WD25 9ET. Sessions designed to help people over 55 keep active and promote social inclusion. Who: Watford FC Community Sports and Education Trust - contact Cost: 2 per session 15

16 Fit for Life Selection Box - over 60 Tuesdays - 10:00 am 11:00 am. YMCA, Charter Place, Watford, WD17 2RT A dedicated selection of activities to help keep you fit, healthy and on the move in later life. Available to all 60+ members Who: YMCA Health Club contact Cost: 4 Seated Exercise over 50 Tuesdays 10:30 am 11:30 am. Clitheroe Health and Wellbeing Centre, Clitheroe Gardens, South Oxhey, Watford, WD19 6RP. Gentle exercise for the over 50 s. Who: / Cost: 2 Exercise classes for people with Parkinson s all ages Tuesdays - 10:30 am - 12:00 pm. Woodside Leisure Centre, Horseshoe Lane, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD25 7HH. Exercise classes for people living with Parkinson s. If you don t use it, you ll lose it! Who: Mike Peaker - contact Cost: 2.20 per session. Getting Together Clubs Maple Cross over 55 Tuesdays - 10:30 am - 12:30 pm. Longcroft Road, Maple Cross, Rickmansworth, WD3 9TR Getting Together Social Clubs. Lots of activities, gentle exercise, socialising and entertainment. Who: Getting Together - contact Cost:

17 Morning Yoga with Helen all ages Tuesdays - 10:30 am - 11:45 am. Friends Meeting House, 150 Church Road, Watford, WD17 4QB Yoga class suitable for all. Who: Helen contact Cost: 8 per session. Seated Exercise over 55 Tuesdays - 10:30 am - 11:30 am. Clitheroe Health and Wellbeing Centre, Clitheroe Gardens, South Oxhey, Watford, WD19 6RP. A gentle exercise class. Who: Hertfordshire Age UK - contact Cost: Please enquire for prices. United Friends Club all ages Tuesdays - 11:00 am - 3:00 pm. Watford Elim Church, Leavesden Road, Watford, WD24 5BD. To improve the health and lifestyles of the community through engagement, information, diet and exercise. Who: Watford African Caribbean Association - leslie@waca.org.uk Cost: Free - donations welcome. Digital Inclusion for Older People Tuesdays 11:00 am - 12:00 pm. West Watford Community Centre, 15 Harwoods Road, Watford, WD18 7RB Come along and get advice on how to use your latest device such as Smart Phone, Laptop, ipad etc. Please call to book a place. Who: Vanessa contact Cost: Free but donation for running costs welcome. 17

18 Creative and Sewing Clubs CreatorSpace - over 50 Tuesdays 11:00 am 1:00 pm. Watford Central Library, Hempstead Road, Watford, WD17 3EU Creative Club & Sewing clubs held on alternate Tuesdays. Come and use the facilities such as their digital cutter. Open to all to come and share creations, tips and tricks. Who: Watford Leisure Centre contact Cost: 2 Chinese Elders Lunch Club - over 50 Tuesdays 11:30 am - 3:00 pm Watford Palace Theatre, 20 Clarendon Road, WD17 1JZ. Lunch club for the Chinese elder s community. Who: participation@watfordpalacetheatre.co.uk Cost: Please enquire for pricing. Exercise classes for people with MS all ages Tuesdays - 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm. Woodside Leisure Centre, Horseshoe Lane, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD25 7HH. Exercise classes for people living with MS. Who: Woodside Leisure Centre - contact Cost: 2.10 per session. Decoupage Divas Group all ages Tuesdays 1:30 pm 4:00 pm (15 Jan 26 March) Step Up, 39 Oxhey Drive, South Oxhey, WD19 7SD. A self organised group who have fun making all sorts of decoupage projects. Bring your own materials! Who: Ascend contact Cost: 2.50 per session. 18

19 Felting & Stitching Group 18+ Tuesdays 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm St Martins Church, Muirfield Road, South Oxhey, WD19 6JD Drop in with your current project or any other craft you can do in a group. Courses are also available Who: Community Learning Partnership Cost: 3.00 including refreshments. Oil Painting all ages Tuesdays 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm (15 Jan 2 April) The Centre, Gosforth Lane, Watford, WD19 7AX A tutor led group for mixed ability who have some experience of using oil painting and who want to learn new painting techniques and skills. Who: Ascend contact Cost: 66 per term Getting The Kitchen Croxley over 55 Tuesdays 2:00 pm 4:00 pm. The Kitchen Croxley, 198 Watford Road, Croxley Green, WD3 3DB Join the Getting Together team for a delicious cream tea. Who: Getting Together - contact Cost: 4.50 Tea Dance all ages Tuesdays - 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm. Beechen Grove Baptist Church, 2 nd Floor, 30 Clarendon Road, Watford, WD17 1JJ. An afternoon tea dance. Mix, mingle, make new friends and enjoy dancing. Who: Linda or Ian Cost: 5.00 includes free refreshments. 19

20 Herts Health Walks Rickmansworth - all ages Tuesdays 2:00 pm Café in the Park, Aquadrome, Frogmore Lane, WD3 1NB Health-focused walks getting people more active. First Steps and grade 1 (20-30 minutes). Who: Sian Price contact Cost: Free. Evening Yoga with Helen all ages Tuesdays 6:30 pm 7:45 am. The Curve, Watford Grammar School for Girls, Lady s Close, Watford WD18 0AE Yoga class suitable for all. Who: Helen contact Cost: 10 per session drop in discounts available if 4 classes paid in advance. Royal British Legion T-Dances all ages Tuesdays 2:00 pm 4:00 pm Royal British Legion, 161 Watford Road, Croxley Green, Rickmansworth WD3 3ED. An afternoon tea dance. A mixture of sequence, ballroom and line dancing with plenty of tea & biscuits. You don t have to be a member, just turn up! Who: Alex and Barbara Loose contact Cost: 2 for dancers, 1 for non-dancers. 20

21 Active Watford & Three Rivers Introduction to Activity all ages Tuesdays 7.00 pm 8.00 pm. Meriden Community Centre, Gartsmouth Way, Watford, Herts, WD25 9ET. Improve health and wellbeing through physical activity. Who: Cost: First session free, then 3 per session. Introductory Chair Yoga with Helen all ages Tuesdays Time TBC. Friends Meeting House, 150 Church Road, Watford, WD17 4QB. 4 week introductory yoga class. Gentle yoga utilising a chair to sit on for support & steadiness. Who: Helen contact Cost: Please contact for pricing. Gospel Arts Manna Choir - all ages Tuesdays - 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm Gospel Arts Manna, Community Hall, ASDA Superstore, St. Albans Road, Watford, WD24 7RT. A busy community choir for all ages and abilities. Who: info@gospelmanna.com / Cost: Free. North Watford Community Choir all ages Who: Cost: Tuesdays 7:30 pm 9:00 pm. Lemarie Centre, 524 St Albans Road, Watford, WD24 7RX A warm and welcoming community choir for North Watford and beyond. Uplifting and easy songs are taught by ear and there are no auditions. Judith Silver info@judithsilver.com. Please enquire for pricing. 21

22 South Oxhey Community Choir all ages Who: Cost: Tuesdays - 7:00 pm 8:30 pm (from 11 September) Oxhey Wood Primary School, Watford, WD19 7RU A fully inclusive choir that welcomes anyone of any age that has a connection to the community of South Oxhey. Singing a wide variety of music from popular classics to classical pop, southoxheychoirs@gmail.com Free two-week trial, then a small membership fee. Watford Open The Pump House - all ages Tuesdays - 8:00 pm. Pump House Theatre & Arts Trust, 5 Local Board Road, Watford, WD17 2JP. There is no open mic night like this one, run by musicians for musicians with no pub crowd to sing over. Come and say hi, a warm welcome awaits. Who: Pump House Theatre & Arts Trust watfordopenmic@hotmail.com Cost: 3.00 per session. Watford Rock Choir 18+ Tuesdays (term time only from 18 September) 8:00 pm 9:30 pm. Cherry Tree Primary School, Berry Avenue, Watford, WD24 6ST Contemporary choir, singing pop, rock and chart music with no auditions and no need to read music. Who: office@rockchoir.com contact Cost: Free taster session then 100 per term. 22

23 Hertswise Are you living with dementia or worried about memory loss? Age UK are proud to introduce Hertswise, a countywide service designed for people living with dementia, low level memory loss or mild cognitive impairment, and their friends, family and carers. Hertswise can offer: Information and advice for all aspects of your life. Activities and groups designed by you. One to one support. Carers support groups and advice. Assistive technology information and advice. Specialist Advisers Help to connect with specialist providers for enhanced levels of support, if you are ready, such as Dementia UK, Alzheimer s Society and Carers in Hertfordshire. Get the support that s right for you, delivered in a way that best suits your needs. Alll Hertswise queries can be made through our direct point of contact, HertsHelp. Please call: Monday to Friday, 8am-6pm on

24 Swimming for the over 60 Wednesdays Wednesdays 9:00 am - 10:00 am. William Penn Leisure Centre, Shepherds Lane, Mill End, Rickmansworth, WD3 8JN Three Rivers residents ages 60+ are able to swim for free at the specified times and locations. Who: William Penn Centre contact Cost: FREE Disability Recreation Unity Movement (DRUM) 18+ Thursdays 9:00 am - 3:00 pm. Parkgate Community Centre, Southwold Road, Watford, WD24 7DN Day activities and support for adults with physical and/or sensory disabilities. Who: DRUM contact Cost: 4.50 mornings, 4.00 afternoons including refreshments, Lunch Hertswise all ages Wednesdays 10:00 am - 12:00 pm. Methodist Church Hall, Corner of Langley Road, Abbots Langley, WD5 0EJ. Activities include conversation over tea and coffee, quizzes, seated exercises, speakers on topics of interest, and more. Who: Mary Green Cost: 5.00 (no charge for carers) 24

25 Art Resource Centre - all ages Wednesdays - 10:00 am - 2:00 pm. Pump House Theatre & Arts Trust, 5 Local Board Road, Watford, WD17 2JP. Facilities & sessions for artists and non-artists providing an open and creative space to share ideas and skills, opportunities to meet other local artists, access to an extensive art library and facilities. Who: Francis Smith - contact Cost: 6.00 per session. TCV Cassiobury Park Green Gym - all ages Who: Cost: Wednesdays am pm Cassiobury Park, Watford, WD18 7LN (Meet at the Cassiobury Community Project site located behind the bowls club). Year round guided activities include tree planning, wildflower sowing and food growing. Open to all or cassioburygg@gmail.com Free. Friendship Club over 60 Monday - Friday - 10:00 am - 2:00 pm. Clitheroe Health and Wellbeing Centre, Clitheroe Gardens, South Oxhey, Watford, WD19 6RP. A Friendship club for older people to socialise, enjoy a hot lunch and take part in a variety of activities. Who: Hertfordshire Age UK contact Cost: 19 including transport and lunch without transport. 25

26 New Connections over 50 Wednesdays 10:00 am - 11:00 am & 11:00 am - 12:00 pm for tea and coffee. Watford Museum, 194 Lower High Street, Watford, WD17 2DT. A friendly and creative dance group for the over 50s. Who: Laura contact Cost: Free. Seated Exercise all ages Wednesdays - 10:00 am - 11:00 am. Centrepoint Community Centre, Raphael Drive, Watford, WD24 4GY. Seated exercise for all ages and abilities. Who: Watford Borough Council - contact Cost: 2 per session. Lou s Moves over 50 Wednesdays 10:30 am 12:00 pm. Harebreaks Community Hub, The Harebreaks, Watford, WD24 6JN. A dance class learning ballroom and sequence moves. Who: Collette Coakley contact Cost: Free (small donation for tea & coffee welcome) Getting Together Clubs Oxhey over 55 Wednesday - 10:30 am - 12:30 pm. Eastbury Court, Longcroft, Watford, WD19 4JX Getting Together Social Clubs. Lots of activities, gentle exercise, socialising and entertainment. Who: Getting Together - contact Cost:

27 Community Coffee Morning - all ages Wednesdays - 10:30 am - 12:00 pm. St. John s Church, Sutton Road, Watford, WD17 2QQ. Our family friendly community coffee morning is a great opportunity to make new friends. Who: St. John s Church Watford - contact Cost: Free. Getting Together Clubs Eastbury Court over 55 Wednesdays - 10:30 am - 12:30 pm. Longcroft, Watford, WD19 4JX Getting Together Social Clubs. Lots of activities, gentle exercise, socialising and entertainment. Who: Getting Together Cost: Active Herts Introduction to Activity all ages Wednesdays 11:00am - 12:00am. Holywell Community Centre, Chaffinch Lane, Watford, WD18 9QD. Improve health and wellbeing through physical activity. Who: caroline.roche@watford.gov.uk Cost: Please enquire for pricing. Watford Social Centre for the Blind - all ages Wednesdays - 11:00 am - 2:00 pm. Rene Milton Hall, Cross Street, Watford WD17 2QD A lively social group for those able-bodied with a Visual impairment and the acting support group for the Macular Society. Social activities, entertainment, support and local trips. Hot lunch provided. Who: Jenny Marsh contact Cost: 20 annual subscription plus 3.50 weekly towards the cost of lunch 27

28 Coffee Break - all ages Wednesdays - 11:00 am - 1:00 pm. Centrepoint Community Centre, Raphael Drive, Watford, WD24 4GY. Coffee morning for great fun and company. Who: Watford Borough Council - contact Cost: 50p or small donations welcome. Getting Together Clubs Abbots Langley over 55 Wednesdays - 11:00 am - 3:00 pm. The Manor House, Gallows Hill Lane, Abbots Langley, WD5 0DD. Getting Together Social Clubs. Lots of activities, gentle exercise, socialising and entertainment. Who: Getting Together Cost: Tai Chi - all ages Wednesdays 11:00 am - 12:00 pm. Clitheroe Health and Wellbeing Centre, Clitheroe Gardens, South Oxhey, Watford, WD19 6RP. Tai Chi Class that can be completed from a seated or standing position allowing access to all. Who: Hertfordshire Age UK - contact Cost: Free Hertfordshire Health Walks Mill End - all ages Wednesdays 11:00 am (first steps & grade 1). Café Mill End Community Centre, Church Lane, WD3 8HD Health-focused walks getting people more active. Who: Sian Price contact Cost: Free. 28

29 Line Dancing with Friends - all ages Wednesdays - 12:15 pm. YMCA Charter Place, Watford, WD17 2RT. Line dancing group. Who: Vicky Keough contact Cost: 6.00 Disability Recreation Unity Movement (DRUM) 18+ Wednesdays 1:00 pm 3:00 pm. Parkgate Community Centre, Southwold Road, Watford, WD24 7DN A friendly and welcoming support group for stroke survivors and their carers. Meet for tea/coffee and a chat, followed by a yoga exercise class to help improve mobility and aid rehabilitation following a stroke. Who: DRUM contact Cost: 4.00 including refreshments. Word and Excel Course - all ages Wednesdays pm 3.00 pm for 5 weeks from 27 February - 27 March. 59 Clarendon Road, Watford, WD17 1LA. Learn the basics of Microsoft word and Excel software. Free courses hosted by Watford Community Housing for anyone in the community. All equipment provided. Who: Watford Community Housing contact Cost: Free. 29

30 Stroke Support & Yoga Group 18+ Wednesdays - 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm. Parkgate Community Centre, Southwold Road, Watford, WD24 7DN. An informal and friendly support group for stroke survivors and their carers. Join them for a cuppa and cake followed by a yoga session to assist with mobility and rehabilitation. Who: DRUM - contact Cost: 4.00 per session. Short Mat Bowls Club - all ages Wednesdays - 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm. Holywell Community Centre, Chaffinch Lane, Watford, WD18 9QD. Join our fun bowls group. Equipment and coaching for beginners provided. Who: David Allen Cost: 2.00 per session. Bingo - all ages Wednesdays 1:30 pm 3:00 pm. Clitheroe Health and Wellbeing Centre, Clitheroe Gardens, South Oxhey, Watford, WD19 6RP. A regular bingo afternoon. Who: Hertfordshire Age UK - contact Cost: Please enquire for prices. Fit for Life Scrabble Club over 60 Wednesdays 2:00 pm 4:00 pm. YMCA, Charter Place, Watford, WD17 2RT A scrabble club available to all 60+ members Who: YMCA Health Club contact Cost: 6.00 (discounted rate of 4 for over 60s) 30

31 Young at Heart Swimming - over 50 Wednesdays 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm. Watford Leisure Centre, Hempstead Road, WD17 3HA. Sessions for adults 50 & over only to swim socially or in a lane provided. Who: Get Active - contact Cost: 2.35 per session (pre-registration required). Italian Class - all ages Who: Cost: Wednesdays 6:30 pm & 7:30 pm. Stanborough Park Church, 609 St Albans Road, Watford, WD25 9JL Weekly Italian classes. Annalisa Buraglio - annalisa.buraglio@gmail.com 3 per lesson Crochet Group 18+ Wednesday 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm. St Martins Church, Muirfield Road, South Oxhey, WD19 6JD Bring along your crochet project and join other likeminded crocheters & share ideas. Who: Community Learning Partnership Cost: 2.50 includes refreshments. Free Fit Club - all ages Who: Cost: Wednesdays 7:00 pm 8:00 pm. Central Primary School, Derby Road, Watford, WD17 2LX. Open to all ages and fitness levels. Tailored workouts for all. Alison@wellnesscoach.life FREE 31

32 Learn to Dance Salsa - all ages Wednesdays 7:15 pm 8:15 pm beginners, 8:30 pm 9:30 pm intermediate. Oxhey Hall Community Hall, King Edward Road, WD19 4DA A six week Salsa dance course to learn the basics. Who: Richard s Dance Academy contact Cost: 65 for 6 week course or 85 for both. Sahaja Yoga - all ages Wednesdays 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm. Centrepoint Community Centre, Raphael Drive, Watford, WD24 4GY. A simple, time-honoured meditation technique accessible to all and a great way to relax. Who: Watford Borough Council - contact Cost: FREE (small donations welcome) The Guitar Project all ages Wednesdays 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm. The Clarendon Muse, Watford Grammar School for Boys, Rickmansworth Road, Watford, WD18 7JF. A guitar ensemble using all types of guitars and playing all types of music from rock to classical. Who: Active Together - contact Cost: per term. Community Choir all ages Wednesdays - 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm (term time only) Watford Palace Theatre, 20 Clarendon Road, Watford, WD17 1JZ. A choir open to all, with no audition or experience required, focussing on the enjoyment of singing. Who: Watford Palace Theatre - contact Cost: (ten sessions). 32

33 Bingo Night all ages Wednesdays Eyes down at 8.00 pm. Watford Ex Service & Social Club, St Albans Road, Watford, WD17 1BN. Ten Game Book including escalating Snowball game followed by a Flier. (Note! At present you must be a member to win the Snowball). Who: Contact Cost: 50p Entrance fee + Bingo Books. Thursdays Swimming for the over 60s Thursdays 8:00 am 9:00 am. Sir James Altham Swimming Pool, Little Oxhey Lane, Watford, WD19 6FW Three Rivers residents ages 60+ are able to swim for free at the specified times and locations. Who: Sir James Altham pool contact Cost: FREE Disability Recreation Unity Movement (DRUM) 18+ Thursdays 9:00 am - 3:00 pm. Parkgate Community Centre, Southwold Road, Watford, WD24 7DN Day activities and support for adults with physical and/or sensory disabilities. Who: DRUM contact Cost: 4.50 mornings, 4.00 afternoons including refreshments, Lunch

34 Extra Time over 55 Who: Cost: Thursdays - 10:00 am - 12:00 pm. The Captains Bar, Vicarage Road Stadium, Vicarage Road, WD18 0ER. Activity sessions for people 55+. Indoor bowls, dance and exercise, plus board games and quizzes. Watford FC Community Sports and Education Trust, mark.smith@watfordfc.com - contact including refreshments. TCV Watford Green Gym - all ages Who: Cost: Thursdays am pm Colne River Park (Opposite Knutsford playing fields), Radlett Road, Watford, Year round guided activities to transform meadows and woodland along the Colne River. Open to all or watfordgg@gmail.com Free. Sewing Café Group 18+ Thursdays 10:00 am 12:30 pm or 7:00 pm 9:30 pm (fortnightly, term time only). St Martins Church, Muirfield Road, South Oxhey, WD19 6JD Bring along your latest sewing project. Courses are also available. Price includes use of our machines, equipment and refreshments. Booking essential. Who: Community Learning Partnership Cost:

35 Jewellery Making all ages Thursdays 10:00 am - 1:00 pm (17 Jan 21 March) The Centre, Gosforth Lane, Watford, WD19 7AX Self organised jewellery making group. Who: Ascend contact Cost: 2.50 per session. Dig Deep Gardening & Conservation - all ages Thursdays - 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Dig Deep Allotment, Newport Mead, WD19 6EW To allow people to practice their gardening skills on an allotment which includes vegetable and fruit plots, bog garden, pond, polytunnel and a composting loo! Who: Ascend contact Cost: FREE. Friendship Club over 60 Mondays - Fridays - 10:00 am - 2:00 pm. Clitheroe Health and Wellbeing Centre, Clitheroe Gardens, South Oxhey, Watford, WD19 6RP. A Friendship club for older people to socialise, enjoy a hot lunch and take part in a variety of activities. Who: Hertfordshire Age UK - contact Cost: 19 including transport and lunch without transport. Men in Sheds over 50 Mondays, Thursdays & Fridays - 10:00 am - 12:00 pm. Clitheroe Health and Wellbeing Centre, Clitheroe Gardens, South Oxhey, Watford, WD19 6RP. A friendly place where men over 50 can learn new hobbies, pass on skills they ve acquired and socialise. Who: / Cost: 2 35

36 Getting Together Clubs Holywell over 55 Thursdays - 10:00 am - 2:00 pm. Holywell Community Centre, Chaffinch Lane, Watford, WD18 9QD. Lots of activities suited to all abilities, meeting friends, and having fun. Who: Getting Together - contact Cost: 1.00 Reading Matters - all ages 2 nd and 4 th Thursday each month 10:00 am 11:30 am Watford Palace Theatre, 20 Clarendon Road, WD17 1JZ. Reading a range of literature for fun and discussion. Who: oscartheowl2@gmail.com - contact Cost: Free. Exercise Programme over 50 Who: Cost: Thursdays - 10:45 am 12:45 pm. YMCA Orbital Community Centre, Haines Way, Watford, WD25 7QU. First hour with fitness instructor and second hour play games such as table tennis, badminton and cricket. Pat Purkiss paurkiss@gmail.com Taster session free, 5 per session thereafter. Getting Together Clubs Croxley over 55 Thursdays - 11:00 am - 3:00 pm. Red Cross Centre, Community Way, Croxley Green, WD3 3HB. Getting Together Social Clubs. Lots of activities, exercise, socialising and entertainment. Who: Vanessa Wright - contact Cost:

37 Fit for Life Aerobics over 50 Wednesdays - 11:00 am pm. YMCA, Charter Place, Watford, WD17 2RT Aerobics session for the 50+ Who: YMCA Health Club contact Cost: 6.00 (discounted rate of 4 for over 60s). Getting Together Clubs Halsey over 55 Thursdays - 11:00 am - 3:00 pm. Halsey Masonic Hall, Rickmansworth Road, Watford, WD18 0JE. Getting Together Social Clubs. Lots of activities, exercise, socialising and entertainment. Who: Getting Together - contact Cost: 1.00 Satsang Singing Ladies over 60 Who: Cost: Thursdays 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm. Watford Palace Theatre, 20 Clarendon Road, WD17 1JZ. Elders Hindu devotional singing group. participation@watfordpalacetheatre.co.uk contact Please enquire for pricing. Love to Dance all ages Thursdays - 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm. Rickmansworth Baptist Church, High Street, Rickmansworth, WD3 1EH. Discover this exciting programme of multiple dance styles and new routines. For people of any ability. Who: Active Together - contact Cost: 5.00 per session (first session free). 37

38 Dance for Parkinson s - all ages Thursdays 12:30 pm 1:30 pm. (term time only) William Penn Leisure Centre, Shepherds Lane, Mill End, Rickmansworth, WD3 8JN A relaxed and sociable environment for people with Parkinson's to exercise both body and mind. Join us to develop your flexibility and instill confidence whilst assisting movement and balance. Who: Cost: 3 (carers free) The Dining Club from Getting Together over 55 Thursdays - 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm. Halsey Masonic Hall, Rickmansworth Road, Watford, WD18 0JE. Fresh, healthy, home-cooked food at our Getting Together Social Club. Who: Getting Together - contact Cost: Mains 3, Pudding 2 booking required! Getting Together Clubs Evergreen over 55 Thursdays - 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm. Abbots Langley Community Centre, Manor House Grounds, High Street, WD5 0AP. Getting Together Social Clubs. Lots of activities, gentle exercise, socialising and entertainment. Who: Getting Together Cost: Learn to Play Bridge all ages Thursdays 2:00 pm - 4:30 pm. Bushey Sports Club, Aldenham Road, WD23 2TR Beginners lessions. Who: David Eddleston contact Cost: Please enquire for pricing. 38

39 Yang Style Tai Chi older people Thursdays 3:15 pm 4:15 pm. Parkgate Community Centre, Southwold Road, Watford, WD24 7DN Trodai Martial Arts Academy present Thai chi classes suitable for older people and people with disabilities. Who: Sensei Francis Nwofor contact Cost: 10 Generation Sing over 60 Who: Cost: Thursdays (term time only) 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm. Croxley Community Centre, Barton Way, Croxley Green, WD3 3PA A fun, friendly and free choir, at children ages 5+ and adults 60+ but open for all! Bringing the old and the new generations together by singing fun songs from different eras. generationsing@gmail.com. FREE Netball Now - all ages 16+ Thursdays 7:00 pm 8:00 pm. Watford Leisure Centre, Peace Prospect, Watford, WD17 3HA. A simple straight forward way to play netball. It s not a coached session, or a competition led by rules or scores recorded, it s simply a session that you turn up, pay a small fee and play a game of netball. Who: Caroline.Roche@watford.gov.uk / Cost: 3.00 per session. 39

40 Yoga - all ages Thursdays 7:00 pm 8:00 pm Meriden Community Centre, Garsmouth Way, Watford, WD25 9ET Improve health and wellbeing through Yoga Who: reception@meridencc.com - contact Cost: 3 per session One Voice Community Choir - all ages Thursdays - 7:30 pm. The Clarendon Muse, Watford Boys Grammar School, Watford, WD18 7JA. Want to Sing and Have Fun? No Auditions, no need to Read Music. New members are always welcome. Who: One Voice Watford - contact Cost: 3.50 per session. Pump House Jazz Club - all ages Thursdays - 8:00 pm 11:00 pm Pump House Theatre & Arts Trust, 5 Local Board Road, Watford, WD17 2JP. Brilliant music by professional musicians from all over our country as well as abroad. Who: Pump House Theatre - contact Cost: per session. Scottish Country Dancing - all ages Thursdays 8.30 pm pm. All Saints Church, The Green, Croxley Green, WD3 3HJ. Classes are led by a rota of Royal Scottish Country Dance Society qualified teachers, senior members, and guest teachers. Beginners welcome. Who: Rose Kreloff contact Cost: 4. 40

41 Argentine Tango Classes - all ages Thursdays - 8:30 pm 10:30 pm. YMCA Orbital Community Centre, Haines Way, Watford, WD25 7QU. Argentine Tango classes and practise sessions. Who: Steve contact Cost: 8.00 per session. The Over 55's Club Every week the Trust invites the over 55's to join a Club which makes sure for a casual atmosphere and encourages members to socialize and enjoy the sessions put on by the friendly staff. The aim of the Extra Time project is simple - to engage the older community in activities to improve their physical, mental and social wellbeing by taking part in regular activities. There are currently three sessions of Extra Time delivered across three venues; Vicarage Road Stadium, Cedars YCC and Meriden Community Centre. For more information, please call

42 Fridays Disability Recreation Unity Movement (DRUM) 18+ Fridays 9:00 am - 3:00 pm. Parkgate Community Centre, Southwold Road, Watford, WD24 7DN Day activities and support for adults with physical and/or sensory disabilities. Who: DRUM contact Cost: 4.50 mornings, 4.00 afternoons including refreshments, Lunch Over 50, Fit and Fabulous over 50 Fridays 9:30 am - 10:30 am Holywell Community Centre, Chaffinch Lane, Watford, WD18 9QD. Get Fit, Lose Weight Exercise Class. A small group personal trainer led class for all fitness levels. Who: sandral@life1on1.co.uk Cost: 24 per month Hertfordshire Health Walks Fridays 10:00 am The Centre, Gosforth Lane, South Oxhey, WD19 7AX Enjoy the countryside and local green spaces with the Free Hertfordshire Health Walks led by qualified volunteer leaders Who: Health walks - contact Cost: Free 42

43 Crafty Creations, Butterfly Journal all ages Fridays 10:00 am - 4:00 pm (1 15 March) The Centre, Gosforth Lane, Watford, WD19 7AX Create a mixed media butterfly journal. Who: Ascend contact Cost: 15 Nordic Walking Easy Adventure all ages Fridays am - 10:56 am. Leavesden Country Park, 1 College Road, Abbots Langley, WD5 0NX An easy walk for all ages and abilities led by an accredited instructor. Who: Jane Thomas contact Cost: 5 Knit and Natter all ages Fridays 10:00 am - 12:00 pm. The Mill Café, Methodist Church, Berry Lane, Rickmansworth, WD3 7HH Social group for ladies who knit or want to learn to knit. Who: Alan Baskeyfield Cost: Free The Mill Photography Club all ages Fridays Fortnightly 10:00 am - 12:00 pm The Mill Café, Methodist Church, Berry Lane, Rickmansworth, WD3 7HH The group is for anyone who wants to learn more about photography and take better pictures. Who: Alan Baskeyfield Cost: Free 43

44 Men in Sheds over 50 Monday, Thursday & Fridays - 10:00 am - 12:00 pm. Clitheroe Health and Wellbeing Centre, Clitheroe Gardens, South Oxhey, Watford, WD19 6RP. Men in Sheds is a friendly place where men over 50 can learn new hobbies, pass on skills they ve acquired and socialise. Who: / Cost: 2 Friendship Club over 60 Mondays - Fridays - 10:00 am - 2:00 pm. Clitheroe Health and Wellbeing Centre, Clitheroe Gardens, South Oxhey, Watford, WD19 6RP. A Friendship club for older people to socialise, enjoy a hot lunch and take part in a variety of activities. Who: Hertfordshire Age UK - contact Cost: 18 including transport and lunch without transport. Coffee Morning - all ages Fridays - 10:00 am - 12:00 pm. Clitheroe Health and Wellbeing Centre, Clitheroe Gardens, South Oxhey, Watford, WD19 6RP. Come and socialise at our regular coffee morning. Who: Hertfordshire Age UK - contact Cost: 2 Restorative Yoga over 50 Fridays 10:00 am - 11:30 am. Centrepoint Community Centre, Raphael Drive, Watford, WD24 4GY. Restorative Yoga for ages 50+ Who: Watford Borough Council - contact Cost: 9 per session. 44

45 Exercise Class over 50 Fridays - 10:00 am 11:00 am. YMCA Orbital Community Centre, Haines Way, Watford, WD25 7QU. Exercise class to help movement, wellbeing and confidence. Who: June contact Cost: Taster session 3 or 20 per month. Wellbeing Nordic Walking - all ages Fridays 10:00 am 10:45 am. Leavesden Country Park, College Road, Abbots Langley, WD5 0GN. Mixed ability walks for all ages led by an accredited instructor. Who: Contact via the website - sunshinenordicwalkers.co.uk Cost: 5 Getting Together Clubs Horwood Court over 55 Fridays - 11:30 am 1:30 pm. Horwood Court, Hillrise Avenue, Watford, WD24 7NG. Getting Together Social Clubs. A modicum of activities, socialising and entertainment. Who: Getting Together - contact Cost: 1.00 Getting Together Clubs Leavesden over 55 Fridays - 11:00 am - 3:00 pm. Leavesden Green Community Hub, Clarke Green, Watford, WD25 0BW. Getting Together Social Clubs. A modicum of activities, socialising and entertainment. Who: Getting Together - contact Cost:

46 Inspire Lunch over 60 Who: Cost: Alternate Fridays am 2.00 pm Cornerstone Church, 119a Vicarage Road, Watford, WD18 0EY Lunch club for the over 60s. A superbly cooked meal in a relaxed friendly atmosphere. All welcome. cornerstonechurchwatford@gmail.com FREE Hertfordshire Health Walks Garston - all ages Fridays 11:00 am (first steps). Woodside Leisure Centre, Horseshoe Lane, Watford, WD25 7HH Health-focused walks getting people more active. No need to book, just turn up. Who: Sian Price contact Cost: Free. Active Watford & Three Rivers Introduction to Activity - all ages Fridays 11:30 am pm Watford Leisure Centre, Peace Prospect, Watford, WD17 3HA Improve health and wellbeing through physical activity. Who: alison.goodchild@watfordfc.com Cost: First session free, then 3 per session. Dinner Bell - all ages Fridays 12:00 pm 2:00 pm (term time only). All Saints Church, The Green, Croxley Green, Rickmansworth, WD3 3HJ. Lunch for the local community in the Church Hall. Including hot & cold meals and pudding. Who: Cost: Reasonable prices, varies dependent on menu choice. 46

47 Art Journaling Group 18+ Days vary, 12:00 pm 3:00 pm (fortnightly, term time only). Contact for information on dates. St Martins Church, Muirfield Road, South Oxhey, WD19 6JD Come and join others and create some pages in your journal using a variety of mixed media techniques. Who: Community Learning Partnership Cost: 6.00 which includes use of material & refreshments. Love to Dance over 50 Fridays 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm. Wellspring Church Centre, 1 Wellspring Way, Watford WD17 2AH A programme of multiple dance styles and new routines. For people of any ability. No need for a partner or any dance experience. Who: Clare Bellchambers contact Cost: 3.00 per session (first session free). Love to Dance - all ages Fridays 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm. Wellsprings Church, 1 Wellsprings Way, Watford, WD17 2AH. Discover this exciting programme of multiple dance styles and new routines. For people of any ability. Who: Caroline.Roche@watford.gov.uk / Cost: 3.00 per session (first session free). 47

48 Active Watford & Three Rivers Introduction to Activity Gym - all ages Fridays 1.00 pm pm or 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm. Meriden Community Centre, Garsmouth Way, Watford, WD25 9ET. Introduction to physical activity, gym based. Who: Alison.goodchild@watfordfc.com Cost: First session free, then 3 per session. Scrabble Club - all ages Fridays - 2:00 pm. Watford Museum, 194 Lower High Street, WD17 2DT. Want to improve your word score? Join our friendly Scrabble Club for a game at the museum. Who: Watford Museum contact Cost: 1.50 per session Chair Yoga - all ages Fridays 2:30 pm - 3:00 pm Hanover Court, Cherwell Close, Croxley Green, Rickmansworth, WD3 3UF. Gentle movement class to help improve motion, flexibility and will help to relieve aches and pains all in the comfort of a chair. Who: Gina contact Cost: Swimming for the over 60 Fridays 3:00 pm 4:00 pm. Watford Leisure Centre, Woodside, Horseshoe Lane, Watford, WD25 7HH Three Rivers residents ages 60+ are able to swim for free at the specified times and locations. Who: Watford Leisure Centre contact Cost: FREE 48

49 Young at Heart Swimming over 50 Fridays 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm. Watford Leisure Centre, Hempstead Road, WD17 3HA. Sessions for adults 50 & over only to swim socially or in a lane provided. Who: Get Active - contact Cost: 2.35 per session (pre-registration required) Ladies Only Swimming - all ages Fridays - 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm. Watford Leisure Centre, Hempstead Road, WD17 3HA. Whether you re learning or wish to swim at your own pace, there is a session for you. Who: Get Active - contact Cost: 1.80 per session. Ladies Only Aqua Aerobics - all ages Fridays - 6:00 pm pm. Watford Leisure Centre, Hempstead Road, WD17 3HA. Aqua aerobics class. Who: Get Active - contact Cost: 3.30 per session. Free Fit Club - all ages Who: Cost: Fridays 7:00 pm 8:00 pm. Central Primary School, Derby Road, Watford, WD17 2LX. Open to all ages and fitness levels. Tailored workouts for all. Alison@wellnesscoach.life FREE 49

50 Ballroom Dancing - all ages Fridays - 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm & 8:30 pm 9:15 pm Beechen Grove Baptist Church, 30 Clarendon Road, Watford, WD17 1JJ. Beginner and improvers classes followed by practise. Who: Linda or Ian Cost: 8.00 class, 7.00 practise, both. Bingo Night - all ages Fridays 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm Meriden Community Centre, Garsmouth Way, Watford, WD25 9ET A weekly bingo night in the heart of the Meriden Community. Who: Margaret Mills contact Cost: 3 per book & 2 entrance fee. Watford Folk Club - all ages Fridays - 8:00 pm. Pump House Theatre & Arts Trust, 5 Local Board Road, Watford, WD17 2JP. The friendliest Folk Club in Watford, with a reputation for quality of its floor singers/players. Guest Nights of Spotlight Singarounds. See website for details. Who: Watford Folk Club watfordfolkclub@outlook.com Cost: 5.00 (Guest nights 7-12). 50

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52 Saturdays Vathalayam Spiritual Group - all ages Saturdays 6:30 am 10:30 am Centrepoint Community Centre, Raphael Drive, Watford, WD24 4GY. Study and discuss ancient Indian Vedic Scriptures. Who: Contact Cost: FREE Ballroom & Latin Dancing for beginners all ages Saturdays - 9:45 am Beechen Grove Baptist Church, 30 Clarendon Road, Watford, WD17 1JJ. Beginner and improvers classes followed by practise. Who: Linda or Ian Cost: 8.00 class, 7.00 practise, both. Yoga on The Bandstand - all ages Saturdays 10:00 am 11:00 am Cassiobury Park, Community Hub Traditional Hatha suitable for beginners, however those with a regular practice are more than welcome. Who: Caroline Roche Cost: 3.00 per session book via watfordgetactive.co.uk Creative Writing Workshop - all ages Saturdays 2 February - 30 March - 11:00 am 1:00 pm Watford Fire Station, Lower High Street, Watford, WD17 2AGx A creative writing workshop, part of Inspiring Minds. Who: Learning Through The Arts - contact Cost: 2.50 payable on the door 52

53 Random Café - all ages Saturdays 1:00 pm 3:00 pm Various Locations around Watford. Legally intercepted food (waste) from supermarkets, restaurants and other sources, cooked up into delicious meals, and served to anyone and everyone on a pay-as-you-feel basis. Who: randomcafeuk@gmail.com Cost: Pay what you feel. Getting Together Welcome Club Croxley over 55 Saturdays 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm. Red Cross Centre, Community Way, Croxley Green, WD3 3HB. Getting Together Social Clubs. Lots of activities, exercise, socialising and entertainment. Who: Getting Together - contact Cost: 1.00 The Friends of Care Homes Evening out in the afternoon - all ages Saturdays 2:30 pm - 4:45 pm The Saturday C Club, The Clitheroe Centre, Clitheroe Gardens, Watford, WD19 6RP Live entertainers every week, music quizzes, Games, Singalongs, and raffle. Starting soon; Singing Circle every Saturday 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm just 3 per person. Who: Contact Cost: 7.00 plus transport available. 53

54 Live Entertainment - all ages Saturdays Doors open at 8.00 pm. Watford Ex Service & Social Club, St Albans Road, Watford, WD17 1BN. Groups, Duo s and Soloists providing entertainment in a modern, comfortable, fully air-conditioned dance hall. Who: Contact Cost: Entry fees vary between 4 & 6 for members, 5 & 7 for guests. Sundays Watford Indian Association Yoga Class - all ages Sundays - 9:00 am - 10:30 am. Centrepoint Community Centre, Raphael Drive, Watford, WD24 4GY. Supporting and creating a community for Indians in Watford. Weekly and one-off events. Who: Watford Indian Association - contact Cost: 3.00 per session. Sunday Walk & Talk - all ages Sundays - 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm. Meet at Café Cha, Cassiobury Park, Watford, WD18 7HY. Open to all, created to provide a regular chance for people to meet others in the community in a different way; on a walk in nature. Who: Steve Skowyrski contact Cost: FREE 54

55 9 Getting Together In Watford & Three Rivers Join us today at one of our fantastic clubs Monday 2-4 Croxley Welcome Club Sequence Dance Tuesday 10-2 Millend Community Centre Tuesday Maple Cross Community Centre Tuesday 2-4 The Kitchen - Croxley Wednesday 11-3 Manor House, Abbots Langley Thursday 10-2 Holywell Community Centre, Thursday 11-3 Halsey Masonic Hall, Watford Thursday 11-3 Croxley Red Cross Hall, Croxley Thursday Evergreen Abbots Langley Community centre Friday 11-3 Leavesden Green Hub, Leavesden Friday Horwood Court, Tudor Saturday 2-4 Croxley Welcome club Phone : Facebook@w3rtgettingtogether 55

56 What s on Monthly Chorleywood Dementia Café all ages First Monday of the month 10:30 am - 12:30 pm. Christchurch, The Common, Rickmansworth Road Chorleywood, Rickmansworth, WD3 5SG. For people living with or caring for someone with dementia. Exercise, memory activities, opportunities to meet new people plus emotional and particle support. Who: Getting Together - contact Cost: 5.00 Harmonies of the Heart 18+ Second and Forth Monday of every Month 7:45 pm - 9:30 pm but please check for dates. Loudwater Farm, Loudwater Lane, Rickmansworth, WD3 4HG. Get together, open the hearts and awaken the soul by sharing songs, experiences, journeys and light refreshments. Who: Mike - contact Cost: By donation. Watford Heart Support Group over 60 Second Monday of every month 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm. Medical Education Centre, 1 st Floor, Watford General Hospital, WD18 0HB. Welcoming anyone who has experienced heart problems along with partners and carers, with helpful talks by hospital staff and guest speakers. Who: David Muir contact Cost: 5.00 (annual membership). 56

57 Nifties Lunch Club over 50 Second Monday of every month 1:00 pm. Morrisons, Ascot Road, Watford WD18 8AA. Meeting in the café, join this informal lunch club to eat or just have a cuppa and a chat. No booking required. Who: Collette Coakley contact Cost: Just pay for what you have. Watford & Bushey Art Society Talk all ages Who: Cost: First Tuesday of every Month - 19:30 pm. Watford Girls Grammar School, Ladys Close, Watford, WD18 0AE. Demonstrations and talks from top professional artists in many different subjects and mediums. Free for members, 4 for visitors payable at the door. Knit and Natter all ages First Tuesday of every Month 10:00 am - 11:00 am Abbots Langley Library, High Street, WD5 0AP A warm welcome offered to all. New members bring along your crafts to share or ask for help. Tea and coffee provided. Who: Cost: FREE Nifties Ten Pin Bowling over 50 First Tuesday of every month 10:15 am. Woodside Leisure Park, Kingsway, Garston, WD25 7JZ Whether you enjoy ten pin bowling or have always fancied giving it a go, there is a regular Nifty s Bowling Club at Hollywood Bowl. Who: Collette Coakley contact Cost: Approx 3.50 per person per game plus food. 57

58 Watford Deaf Club retired people First & Third Tuesday of every month - 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm. Harebreaks Community Hub, The Harebreaks, Watford, WD24 6JN. A social club for retired deaf people around Watford to meet and chat, have refreshments and cake. Who: Hilary Rundell - contact by text on Cost: 3.00 per session. Drop in Mindfulness Meditation Practice First Tuesday of every month 6:30pm 7:30 pm Watford Central Library, Hempstead Road, Watford, WD17 3EU. Practice some mindful movement, gentle stretches or walking followed by some readings and guidance. Suitable for beginners and experts alike. Who: Mindful Herts - contact Cost: 5 suggested donation Tuesday Concert - all ages Third Tuesday of every month - 10:30 pm - 11:30 am for coffee, concert 11:30 am 12:00 pm. St John s United Reformed Church, Hallowell Road, Northwood, HA6 1DN A 30-minute performance by professional and semiprofessional musicians. Who: Anne contact Cost: 1.30 for coffee/tea and biscuits, concert free. 58

59 Lunch Club - all ages Last Tuesday of every month - 11:30 pm - 1:30 pm. Abbots Langley Baptist Church, School Mead A friendly social & lunch club with trips, unlimited tea & coffee all welcome. Who: Paul Brooks contact Cost: 3.00 Coffee Morning at The Tin Church - all ages First Wednesday of every month 10:00 am - 12:00 pm. The Church of the Ascension, Church Hill, Bedmond, WD5 0RN. Church coffee morning Who: Cost: FREE Women s Institute - all ages Who: Cost: First Wednesday of every month - 2:15 pm. Beechen Grove Baptist Church Hall, Clarendon Road, Watford, WD17 1JJ. The WI provides women with educational opportunities and the chance to build new skills. franceszarifis@hotmail.com Membership fees. Watford Deaf Club all ages First Wednesday of every month - 7:30 pm - 10:30 pm. Harebreaks Community Hub, The Harebreaks, Watford, WD24 6JN. A social club for deaf people around Watford to meet and chat and play some games. Who: Hilary Rundell - contact by text on Cost: 2.00 per session. 59

60 Watford Deaf Community - all ages Second Wednesday of every month - 12:30 pm - 3:30 Who: Cost: pm. Friends Meeting House, 150 Church Road, Watford, WD17 4QB. Social BSL club for deaf people and sign language users. Bring your own packed lunch, tea and cakes provided. Special interest activities. Contact - Voice phone or text phone Coates82@btinternet.com 2.50 per session. Watford and Bushey Phab Club - all ages First and second Wednesday of every month - 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm. Centrepoint Community Centre, Raphael Drive, Watford, WD24 4GY. Social club for able-bodied and disabled people with social activities, games and learning experiences. Who: brianlinnegar@hotmail.com Cost: 75p. Open House Tea & Cakes over 50 1 st and 3 rd Wednesday of every month 2:30 pm Methodist Church, Corner of Langley Road / High Street, Abbots Langley, WD5 0JE. Tea, cakes & conversation. Who: Contact Cost: Free. 60

61 Chorleywood Connections Dementia Cafe Watford & Three Rivers Trust supports this friendly and welcoming café that s for people living with Dementia and their Carers. Every month we have stimulating activities, gentle exercise and most importantly lots of FUN. ALSO A separate space for carers to meet, chat and share experiences, plus an opportunity to join the group for a session with a specialist physiotherapist who offers support and mindfulness techniques. Call wellbeing@w3rt.org Come along and join us every month at Christ Church, The Common, Rickmansworth Road, Chorleywood. WD3 5SG Registered as a charity in England and Wales: Company Registration number:

62 Nifty Busy Fingers over 50 Third Wednesday of every month 2:15 pm - 4:00 pm. Harebreaks Community Hub, The Harebreaks, Watford, WD24 6JN. A new event designed to keep your fingers nimble. It will involve making a whole host of ornamental items. No booking required. Who: Collette Coakley contact Cost: Free (small donation for tea & coffee welcome) Watford and Bushey Phab Club - all ages Last Wednesday of every month - 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm. The Flag Pub, Station Road, Watford, WD17 1ET. Social club for able-bodied and disabled people with social activities, games and learning experiences. Who: brianlinnegar@hotmail.com Cost: 75p. Flower Arranging Club - all ages Last Wednesday of every month pm pm. Stanborough Centre, 609 St Albans Road, Garston, Watford, WD25 9JL. Club demonstrations given by qualified NAFAS demonstrator. All arrangements are raffled. Who: Elaine Enstone contact Cost: Please enquire for pricing. 62

63 Royal British Legion Coffee Mornings - all ages First Thursday of every month - 10:30 am - 12:00 pm. Royal British Legion, 161 Watford Road, Croxley Green, Rickmansworth WD3 3ED. Coffee mornings open to all - price includes unlimited tea/coffee and biscuits. Cakes and bric-a-brac are also on sale and optional raffle. You are most welcome to drop in on the day. Who: Denise Coleman contact Cost: 2.00 per session. Social Meeting for those affected by MS - all ages First Thursday of every month pm pm. Stanborough Centre, 609 St Albans Road, Garston, Watford, WD25 9JL. Come and meet other people affected by MS for a friendly chat in a relaxed environment Who: Watford Group - contact Cost: FREE Book Swap & Craft Club Meeting - all ages Third Thursday of every Month 2:00 pm 4:00 pm. St Matthew s Church Hall, Eastbury Road, Oxhey, Watford WD19 4ST. Bring along your books to swap, your knitting, crochet etc to do and join the social get together with tea/coffee and homemade cakes. Who: bookswap@stmathewsoxhey.org.uk - contact Cost: Free. 63

64 Afternoon Tea with Friends 18+ First Friday of every Month 2:00 pm 4:00 pm. West Watford Community Centre, 15 Harwoods Road, Watford, WD18 7RB. A different activity each month. Refreshments available throughout. Who: Sue Ettridge contact Cost: Minimum contribution Social Group for People Living with Parkinson s, their Friends and Carers all ages Second Friday of every Month - 10:30 am - 12:30 pm. Asda Community Centre, St Albans Road, WD24 7RT Meet for a coffee and chat. Games and activities. including Nintendo Wii and indoor curling. Who: Rose D Souza contact Cost: Free. Watford Area Memories Group over 50 Second to last Friday of every Month - 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm. West Watford Community Centre, 15 Harwoods Road, Watford, WD18 7RB. Reminiscence sessions discussion topics such as what it was like living in Watford before or during the 1950s, our favorite wireless programmes. Who: Vanessa contact Cost: 2 contribution booking essential. 64

65 Big Doug s Quiz Night all ages Last Friday of every Month Starts 8.00 pm. Watford Ex Service & Social Club, St Albans Road, Watford, WD17 1BN. Well known local character Big Doug presents his quiz. It s fun and not meant to be too taxing to the brain. Round of drinks to the winning team. Who: Contact Cost: Free.. Stitch Up at Step Up all ages Second Saturday of every Month 10:00 am - 1:00 pm Step Up, 39 Oxhey Drive, South Oxhey, WD19 7SD. Learn to use a sewing machine, make new friends and swap patterns. Who: Ascend contact Cost: 5 per session. Harlem Nights - Social Swing Dance - all ages First Saturday of Every Month 8:00 pm. Beechen Grove Baptist Church, 30 Clarendon Road, Watford, WD17 1JJ. Social swing dance night with great music and atmosphere. Who: Jiveswing contact Cost:

66 The Little Gallery Tearoom - all ages First Saturday of every Month - 10:30 am - 4:00 pm. Watford Museum, 194 Lower High Street, Watford, WD17 2DY. A pop up tearoom selling homemade cakes and fairtrade hot drinks. Join the regular knitting ladies for great inspirations. Who: Watford Museum Cost: Free Watford and Hemel Armed Forces & Veteran s Breakfast Club - all ages Second Sunday of the month 9:30 am The Kings Lodge, 28 Bridge Road, Hunton Bridge, WD4 8RQ. Breakfast club. Anyone with a link to the Armed Forces past or present are welcome to join. Who: Contact Cost: FREE 1940 s Experience Public Opening - all ages Last Sunday of every Month - 10:30 am - 4:00 pm. The Lincolnsfields Centre, Bushey, WD23 2ES. A fun, educational experience, using original RAF buildings of Bushey Hall. Who: info@fortiesexperience.co.uk Cost:

67 The Barn The Barn is located in Watford Town Centre, just opposite Watford Palace Theatre. It has a sprung floor hall and multiple office spaces, in an ideal central Watford location. Holywell Community Centre The Holywell Community Centre has a large and small hall as well as office spaces, with ample parking for any big events. For further information or to book a tour of either venue, call or venues@w3rt.org. 67

68 Community Cars provides essential journeys for those unable to use public transport. We provide transport for those with mobility or sensory issues or are recovering from an operation or general ill health. Community Cars serves Watford and Three Rivers and provides a safe, reliable and affordable service. Our team of friendly volunteer drivers use their own cars to provide transport to medical appointments, day centers, social engagements, to visit relatives and much more. Journeys are charged at 45p per mile. We take requests from individuals as well as referrals from professionals. To book a journey or to find out more about becoming a volunteer please call

69 Outings, Trips & Special Events Gin to my Tonic Festival Saturday 2 February - 1:30 pm & 7:00 pm Watford Colosseum, Rickmansworth Road, Watford, WD17 3JN. Bringing together over 100 different gins from across the UK and beyond with the aim of introducing you to gins you may not have encountered before. Who: Watford Colosseum - contact box office on Cost: 10 Royal British Legion Women s Section charity fundraising Valentine s dance Saturday 2 February 7:30 pm 11:00 pm Royal British Legion, 161 Watford Road, Croxley Green, Rickmansworth WD3 3ED. A charity fundraising dance with a mixture of sequence, ballroom, line and party dances. Nonmembers are most welcome. Who: The club bar contact Cost: 5.00 entry but numbers limited to

70 National Trust Talk Thursday 7 February pm pm. Stanborough Centre, 609 St Albans Road, Garston, Watford, WD25 9JL. Helen George, gives a talk on The First World War and retail business in Watford Who: Brian Adams - contact Cost: Free for members, 4 for non-members. RSPB Watford Local Group Talk Wednesday 13 February 8:00 pm 10:00 pm Stanborough Centre, 609 St Albans Road, Garston, Watford, WD25 9JL. Illustrated talk by Chris Ward on Wildlife Down Under. All welcome. Who: John Fisher contact Cost: 3 light refreshment included Live Entertainment with Paris Duo Saturday 2 February 8:00 pm. Watford Ex Service & Social Club, St Albans Road, Watford, WD17 1BN. Male/Female Duo close your eyes and you could be listening to Neil Diamond backed by her lovely melodies. Who: Contact Cost: Please enquire for pricing 70

71 Lara - the untold love story that inspired "Doctor Zhivago" Thursday 7 February 7:30 pm 9:30 pm. St Luke s Church, Langley Way, Watford, WD17 3EG The Watford-Novgorod Friendship Society hosts presenter Nadia Ainsworth, a retired teacher of Russian and founder of the High Wycombe Russian Club. Who: Contact Cost: FREE although a modest contribution will be requested on the night. Nordic Walking Taster Session Saturday 9 February, 2:00 pm 2:45 pm. Leavesden Country Park, 1 College Road, Abbots Langley, WD5 0NX A 60 minute session that will help you understand just how beneficial Nordic walking can be and how it is far more than just walking with poles!! Who: Jane Thomas contact Cost: FREE Live Entertainment with The New Honeycombs Saturday 9 February Doors open at 8:00 pm. Watford Ex Service & Social Club, St Albans Road, Watford, WD17 1BN. 60 s Hit Band Travel through the years listening to this superb professional group and get up and dance. Who: Contact Cost: Members 5.00 / Guests

72 Chamber Choir and PRISM Ensemble Who: Cost: Saturday 9 February 7:30 pm. Stanborough Park Church, 609 St Albans Road, Garston, Watford, WD25 9JL. Concert organised by the Purcell School of Music concerts@purcell-school.org FREE I Love Art Workshop Sunday 10 February 10:30 am 1:00 pm GoKula Vegetarian Café, 65 Market Street, Watford, WD18 0PR. Immerse yourself using expressive painting techniques with vibrant acrylic paints. Techniques are demonstrated, and all abilities are welcome. Who: Annette Kelly - contact Cost: 20 Three Rivers Music Society Who: Cost: Wednesday 13 February 1:00 pm. Baptist Church, High Street, Rickmansworth, WD3 1EH Concert organised by the Purcell School of Music concerts@purcell-school.org 6 on the door. RAF Shades of Blue fundraiser concert Friday 15 February 7:30 pm 10:00 pm Watersmeet, High Street, Rickmansworth, WD3 1EH. The Rotary Club of Elthorne-Hillingdon present: RAF Shades of Blue - raising funds for the RAF Benevolent fund. Who: Watersmeet - contact Cost: 20 ( 18 concessions) 72

73 Winter Tree Identification Workshop Friday 15 February 10:30 am 3:00 pm Cassiobury Park, Watford, WD18 7LG Learn how to identify trees in their winter state using bud and twig characteristics. Suitable for beginners. Who: Contact Herts and Middlesex Wildlife Trust Cost: 7 booking is essential The Art Hub Spring Exhibition Monday 18 February Saturday 9 March The Henderson Hub, High Street, Abbots Langley, Open Art Exhibition displaying exhibits from local artists. Who: Eleanor contact Cost: Please enquire for pricing The Big Quiz 2019 Thursday 23 February 6.30 pm - 11:00 pm Bushey Sports Club, Aldenham Road, Watford, WD23 2DR An evening of fun and laughter hosted by Watford legend Luther Blissett ably assisted by Lee Partridge from Vibe and our quiz master Dave Henderson. Raising funds for the Watford Community Fund. Who: Gill Crowson contact Cost: 16 includes a fish & chip supper. 73

74 Watford Yoga and Vegan Festival Saturday 23 February 10:00 am 7:00 pm Westfield Academy, Tolpits Lane, Watford, WD18 6NS. Participate in all-day yoga & meditation sessions, enjoy yummy vegan and raw vegan food, shop for vegan products and attend talks. Who: Yogific Cost: 4 Light Painting in Cassiobury Park Saturday 23 February 5:30 pm 8:30 pm Cassiobury Park HUB, Watford, WD17 3EX Photography session using the park as the canvas after sunset, using spinning LED light orbs and wire wool. Who: Contact Andrew Lalchan Cost: 19 booking required Crochet Cruise on the Grand Union Canal all ages Saturday 2 March 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Grand Union Canal Bring along a crochet project to work on. The boat is fully accessible for wheelchairs. Who: Community Learning Partnership Cost: 50 which includes lunch & refreshments National Trust Talk Thursday 7 March 8:00 pm 10:00 pm. Stanborough Centre, 609 St Albans Road, Garston, Watford, WD25 9JL. Speaker Paul Heslop on William Armstrong. Who: Brian Adams - contact Cost: Free for members, 4 for non-members. 74

75 Little Cassiobury CIC; Quiz Night Friday 8 March 7.30 pm Watford Ex-Service Club, St Albans Road, Watford, WD17 1BN Fundraising quiz night, includes Fish & Chip / Veggie supper. Who: Doreen Meek Cost: 12 Stargazing in the Park Who: Cost: Saturday 9 March 6:00 pm 9:00 pm and Saturday 16 March 6:30 pm 9:30 pm Cassiobury Park Hub, Cassiobury Park, WD18 7LG. Come and meet the stars for an evening of observing led by SWHAS. Telescopes, experts, VR Headsets, Meteorites and more! South West Herts Astronomical Society publicity@swhas.org Free but small donations welcome. John Ashton Thomas with the Purcell School Big Band Who: Cost: Monday 11 March 7:00 pm. The Purcell School CP Hall, Aldenham Road, WD23 2TS Concert featuring the music of John Ashton Thomas. concerts@purcell-school.org FREE 75

76 The Great British Dog Walk Sunday 17 March 11:00 am (registration 10:00 am) Munden Estate, Watford, WD25 9DB A fun-filled sponsored walk, which raises money for Hearing Dogs for Deaf People. It s about meeting people who also love dogs and raising funds to help deaf people leave loneliness behind. Who: Hearing dogs for deaf people - contact Cost: 10 online ( 12 on the day) 76

77 Photo Walk in Cassiobury Park Who: Cost: Wednesday 13 & 24 March 11:00 am 1:00 pm Cassiobury Park, Watford, WD18 7LG For anyone who loves taking photos of nature and would like to learn more or improve upon their digital photography. Exploring early Spring in the park. Contact 5 booking required Sound Image Movement Who: Cost: Thursday 28 March 7:30 pm. The Purcell School CP Hall, Aldenham Road, WD23 2TS Programme to include excerpts from Stravinsky s Soldier s Tale with dancers from the Bearfoot Dance Company, electronic music, film scores, multi-media and improvisation. concerts@purcell-school.org FREE Live Rock n Roll with Ricky Fontaine Saturday 30 March Doors open at 8:00 pm. Watford Ex Service & Social Club, St Albans Road, Watford, WD17 1BN. Jive to all the great rock n roll hits or slow dance to the ballads with this excellent guitarist/vocalist. Who: Contact Cost: Members 5.00 / Guests

78 National Trust Talk Thursday 4 April 8:00 pm 10:00 pm. Stanborough Centre, 609 St Albans Road, Garston, Watford, WD25 9JL. Speaker Sue Harrison; to teach us more about dementia and how to create dementia friendly communities. Who: Brian Adams - contact Cost: Free for members, 4 for non-members. Live Entertainment with Logic Saturday 6 April Doors open at 8:00 pm. Watford Ex Service & Social Club, St Albans Road, Watford, WD17 1BN. Irish Band Not exclusive Irish, make a request and this Duo will play it. Who: Contact Cost: Members 4.00 / Guests 5.00 Royal British Legion Women s Section charity fundraising Spring dance Saturday 6 April 7:30 pm 11:00 pm Royal British Legion, 161 Watford Road, Croxley Green, Rickmansworth WD3 3ED. A charity fundraising dance with a mixture of sequence, ballroom, line and party dances. Nonmembers are most welcome. Who: The club bar contact Cost: 3.50 without food, or 8.00 with food (please book in advance if food is required) 78

79 Khoja Heritage Festival Saturday 6 Sunday 7 April 10:00 am 6:00 pm. Al Zahra Centre, Fearnley Street, Watford, WD18 0RB. A community conference to stimulate a rigorous discourse pertaining to the adventurous past, affluent present and challenging future of the Khoja Shia Ithna Asheri Muslim Communities. Who: The Council of European Jamaats contact Cost: FREE (registration required) Live Entertainment Chicory Tip Saturday 13 April Doors open at 8.00 pm. Watford Ex Service & Social Club, St Albans Road, Watford, WD17 1BN. 70 s Hit band great hits from previous years that will set feet tapping and fill the dance floor all night. Who: Contact Cost: Members 5.00 / Guests 6.00 The Feelgood Festival Thursday 25 April 11:00 am 3:00 pm. Bushey Sports Club, Aldenham Road, Bushey, WD23 2TR A feelgood day of entertainment, dancing and fun! Who: Contact Getting Together Cost: 15 79

80 Little Cassiobury CIC; Gourmet Dinner Thursday 25 April 6.15 pm - 9:30 pm West Herts College, Hempstead Road, WD17 3EZ Three Course meal served with wines and coffee/tea. Who: Doreen Meek Cost: 28 Love Your Yarn Shop Day all ages Saturday 27 April 10:00 am - 2:00 pm St Martins Church, Muirfield Road, South Oxhey, WD19 6JD Come & bring your yarny crafts & chill out with us or join one of the workshops, We will also have our lovely yarn shop open. Who: Community Learning Partnership Cost: FREE 60 th Anniversary Weekend Watford Miniature Railway Saturday 27 Sunday 28 April. Watford Miniature Railway, Cassiobury Park, Watford, WD18 7LG marks 60 years since the railway first opened, and we think it's worth celebrating! More details to follow soon. Who: Watford Miniature Railway - contact Cost: Please enquire for pricing. 80

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82 A Dash of Culture Watford Palace Theatre Good Dog Friday 1 - Saturday 2 February Various times Watford Palace Theatre, 20 Clarendon Road, Watford, WD17 1JZ. Set during the early noughties tells the story of growing up in a multicultural community, and the everyday injustices that drive people to take back control. Tiata Fahodzi and Tara Finney productions. Who: Watford Palace Theatre - contact Cost: 15.50, 2 concessions Delayed LIVE from the Royal Opera House La Traviata Sunday 3 February 2:00 pm Watford Palace Theatre, 20 Clarendon Road, Watford, WD17 1JZ. From the thrill of unexpected romance to a heartbreaking reconciliation that comes too late Verdi s La traviata is one of the most popular of all operas. Who: Watford Palace Theatre - contact Cost:

83 Delayed live form the National Theatre I m Not Running. Sunday 10 February 2:00 pm Watford Palace Theatre, 20 Clarendon Road, Watford, WD17 1JZ. Pauline Gibson has spent her life as a doctor, the inspiring leader of a local health campaign. When she crosses paths with her old boyfriend, a stalwart loyalist in Labour Party politics, she s faced with an agonising decision. Who: Watford Palace Theatre - contact Cost: Oaklahoma! Wednesday 13 Saturday 16 February Various times. Watford Palace Theatre, 20 Clarendon Road, Watford, WD17 1JZ. Presented by the Abbots Langley Gilbert & Sullivan Society. Love story set in Western Indian Territory just after the turn of the 20th Century. Who: Watford Palace Theatre - contact Cost: Chinese New Year Culture Show Sunday 17 February 5:30 pm. Watford Palace Theatre, 20 Clarendon Road, Watford, WD17 1JZ. A range of spectacular performances, including the Confucius Institute for Traditional Chinese Medicine's Annual Roadshow, Cambridge Chinese Association, Harrow School and performances by the local community. Who: Watford Palace Theatre - contact Cost:

84 LIVE from the Royal Ballet Don Quixote Tuesday 19 February 7.15 pm Watford Palace Theatre, 20 Clarendon Road, Watford, WD17 1JZ. Marius Petipa choreographed this sparkling ballet about the encounters of the man from La Mancha and his faithful squire Sancho Panza. Who: Watford Palace Theatre - contact Cost: Comedy: Mark Steel Every Little Thing s Gonna be Alright. Friday 22 February 8:00 pm Watford Palace Theatre, 20 Clarendon Road, Watford, WD17 1JZ. The star of Radio 4 s Mark Steel s in Town, and newspaper columnist of the year is touring a show which is guaranteed to make the world seem even more mental than it is. Who: Watford Palace Theatre - contact Cost: Absurd Person Singular Thursday 7 Saturday 30 March Various times Watford Palace Theatre, 20 Clarendon Road, Watford, WD17 1JZ. Palace Pantomime stars Jill McAusland and Terence Frisch will be reuniting to lead the cast in this hilarious new production. A comic feast, full of 70's kitsch and marital misunderstandings. Who: Watford Palace Theatre - contact Cost:

85 Encore screening from the Bolshoi Ballet The Sleeping Beauty Sunday 10 March 3:00 pm Watford Palace Theatre, 20 Clarendon Road, Watford, WD17 1JZ. A resplendent fairytale ballet performed by the Bolshoi, Featuring scores of magical characters including fairies, the Little Red Riding Hood, Puss in Boots, and a beautiful young Princess Aurora. Who: Watford Palace Theatre - contact Cost: Delayed LIVE from the Royal Opera House La Forza del Destino Tuesday 2 April 6:15 pm Watford Palace Theatre, 20 Clarendon Road, Watford, WD17 1JZ. Leonora falls in love with Don Alvaro, but when her father forbids their marriage, a fatal accident triggers a drama of obsession, vengeance and tragedy. Who: Watford Palace Theatre - contact Cost: Event: Meet Marks and Gran Wednesday 3 April 2:30 pm Watford Palace Theatre, 20 Clarendon Road, Watford, WD17 1JZ. Laurence Marks and Maurice Gran award winning creators and writers of classic British television series including: Birds of a Feather, Goodnight Sweetheart, The New Statesman, Shine On Harvey Moon, and Love Hurts are here for an afternoon of comedy and conversation. Who: Watford Palace Theatre - contact Cost:

86 The Trick Friday 5 Saturday 6 April Various times Watford Palace Theatre, 20 Clarendon Road, Watford, WD17 1JZ. Ghosts, comedy, mediums, and all kinds of tricks collide in this new play by Eve Leigh, directed by the award-winning Roy Alexander Weise (Nine Night, The Mountaintop). Who: Watford Palace Theatre - contact Cost: 10.00, 3 concessions Encore screening from the Bolshoi Ballet The Golden Age Sunday 7 April 3:00 pm Watford Palace Theatre, 20 Clarendon Road, Watford, WD17 1JZ. With its jazzy score by Shostakovich and its music-hall atmosphere featuring beautiful tangos, The Golden Age is a refreshing and colourful dive into the roaring 20 s. Who: Watford Palace Theatre - contact Cost:

87 Aretha - Respect Watford Colosseum Friday 1 February 7:30 pm Watford Colosseum, Rickmansworth Road, Watford, WD17 3JN. A celebration of the life and music of the greatest vocalist of all time. A magical journey through four decades of classic hits. Who: Watford Colosseum - contact Cost: Elton John Tribute Sunday 3 February 12:30 pm, Lunch 1:30 pm Watford Colosseum, Rickmansworth Road, Watford, WD17 3JN. Tribute artist Joel Coombes performs the biggest hits of Elton John after enjoying three course Sunday lunch! Who: Watford Colosseum - contact Cost: Bob Marley s Birthday Wednesday 6 February 8:00 pm Watford Colosseum, Rickmansworth Road, Watford, WD17 3JN. An evening celebrating a musical icon on his actual birthday. Featuring Bob Marley tribute band Legend and London African Gospel Choir. Who: Watford Colosseum - contact Cost:

88 An audience with Vinnie Jones Friday 8 February 8:00 pm Watford Colosseum, Rickmansworth Road, Watford, WD17 3JN. Vinnie Jones reflects on his life and achievements including an auction to win iconic memorabilia. Who: Watford Colosseum - contact Cost: Snooker Shoot Out 2019 Thursday 21 Sunday 24 February Various times. Watford Colosseum, Rickmansworth Road, Watford, WD17 3JN. It s the sport s fast and furious alternative format, with all matches lasting a maximum of ten minutes. A shot clock of 15 seconds runs for the first five minutes and ten seconds for the last five. Who: Watford Colosseum - contact Cost: The 3 Hail Mary s Saturday 16 March 7:30 pm Watford Colosseum, Rickmansworth Road, Watford, WD17 3JN. After spending over 10 years together in the same nursing home it s time for Mary O Toole, Mary O Neill and Mary O Brien to bid farewell to one another. Who: Watford Colosseum - contact Cost:

89 The ELO Experience Friday 22 March 7:30 pm Watford Colosseum, Rickmansworth Road, Watford, WD17 3JN. the world s foremost tribute to The Electric Light Orchestra. With a sensational string section, a stunning light show and large screen projection. Who: Watford Colosseum - contact Cost: Los Endos Saturday 23 March 7.30 pm Watford Colosseum, Rickmansworth Road, Watford, WD17 3JN. Ultimate Genesis presents Selling Lamb by the Pound bringing a set of the very best songs from Genesis 70 s repertoire. Who: Watford Colosseum - contact Cost: Three Choirs Concert Verdi: Requiem Saturday 30 March 7:30 pm Watford Colosseum, Rickmansworth Road, Watford, WD17 3JN. The work will be performed as part of a 30-year tradition among three of Harrow s premier choirs, Harrow Choral Society, Harrow Philharmonic Choir and Stanmore Choral Society. Who: Watford Colosseum - contact Cost:

90 Mike & The Mechanics Tuesday 2 April 7:30 pm Watford Colosseum, Rickmansworth Road, Watford, WD17 3JN. The Looking Back Over My Shoulder Tour in 2019, will include tracks from their highly acclaimed latest album Let Me Fly. Who: Watford Colosseum - contact Cost: UB40 40 th Anniversary Tour Sunday 21 April 6:00 pm Watford Colosseum, Rickmansworth Road, Watford, WD17 3JN. Birmingham's world-famous reggae stars UB40 have announced a massive tour for 2019 to celebrate their 40th anniversary! For The Many Who: Watford Colosseum - contact Cost: Remembering the Movies Wednesday 24 April 7:30 pm Watford Colosseum, Rickmansworth Road, Watford, WD17 3JN. Strictly Come Dancing s very own Aljaz Skorjanec and Janette Manrara are back on tour with their brand new show. Who: Watford Colosseum - contact Cost:

91 Midge Ure Songs, Questions and Answers Thursday 25 April 7:30 pm Watford Colosseum, Rickmansworth Road, Watford, WD17 3JN. Midge Ure returns to the UK theatre circuit in 2019 with a new show. Who: Watford Colosseum - contact Cost: The Simon & Garfunkel story Friday 26 April 7:30 pm Watford Colosseum, Rickmansworth Road, Watford, WD17 3JN. Using huge projection photos and original film footage, this 50th Anniversary Celebration also features a full live band performing all the hits. Who: Watford Colosseum - contact Cost: I Talk Too Much Saturday 27 April 7:30 pm Watford Colosseum, Rickmansworth Road, Watford, WD17 3JN. An evening of chat and music with Francis Rossi. Who: Watford Colosseum - contact Cost:

92 Watersmeet Theatre Delayed live from the Almeida Theatre Tragedy of Kind Richard the Second. Thursday 7 February 7:00 pm Watersmeet, High Street, Rickmansworth, WD3 1EH. Simon Russell Beale plays William Shakespeare s Richard II, broadcast live from the stage of the Almeida Theatre in London to cinemas Who: Watersmeet - contact Cost: One Night of Elvis Friday 8 February 7:30 pm Watersmeet, High Street, Rickmansworth, WD3 1EH. Elvis Presley show with the remarkable tribute artist Lee Memphis King. Who: Watersmeet - contact Cost: The Rotary Club of Elthorne-Hillingdon present: RAF Shades of Blue Friday 15 February pm Watersmeet, High Street, Rickmansworth, WD3 1EH. The RAF Shades of Blue Jazz Orchestra was formed in This full 18-piece ensemble is renowned for performing the music of all the great bandleaders. Who: Watersmeet - contact Cost: ( 18 concessions) all proceeds go to the RAF benevolent fund. 92

93 The Addams Family Thursday 21 Saturday 23 February 7:30 pm & 2.30 Saturday matinee. Watersmeet, High Street, Rickmansworth, WD3 1EH. Join the students of Sharpe Academy as they present this musical version of the Addams Family based on the popular 60's TV series and 90s movies. Who: Watersmeet - contact Cost: ( 16 concessions) Delayed live form the National Theatre I m Not Running. Thursday 28 February 7:00 pm Watersmeet, High Street, Rickmansworth, WD3 1EH. Pauline Gibson has spent her life as a doctor, the inspiring leader of a local health campaign. When she crosses paths with her old boyfriend, a stalwart loyalist in Labour Party politics, she s faced with an agonising decision. Who: Watersmeet - contact Cost: The Magic of the Beatles Friday 15 March 7:30 pm Watersmeet, High Street, Rickmansworth, WD3 1EH. One of the UK s leading Beatles tribute shows bringing you all the hits. Who: Watersmeet - contact Cost:

94 The Magic of Motown Thursday 4 April 7:30 pm. This breath-taking concert spectacular takes you on a musical journey through all your favourite Motown hits. Who: Watersmeet - contact Cost: Psychic Sally 10 th Anniversary Tour Friday 5 April 7:30 pm Watersmeet, High Street, Rickmansworth, WD3 1EH. World renowned psychic, television and theatre star and the UK s favourite award winning medium Sally Morgan is back with her interactive 10 year anniversary show. Who: Watersmeet - contact Cost: Beyond the Barricade 20 th Anniversary Tour Friday 12 April 7:30 pm. Watersmeet, High Street, Rickmansworth, WD3 1EH. Musical Theatre Concert Tour features past principal performers from Les Miserables. Delivering over two hours of the best of Broadway and the West End and of course ending with a stunning finale from Les Mis. Who: Watersmeet - contact Cost: Fastlove George Michael tribute show Friday 26 April 7:30 pm Watersmeet, High Street, Rickmansworth, WD3 1EH. An evening celebrating a global superstar, as he puts the Boom Boom into your heart in the all new production. Who: Watersmeet - contact Cost:

95 Pump House Theatre & Arts Trust The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll & Mr Hyde Sunday 10 February 7:00 pm Pump House Theatre & Arts Trust, 5 Local Board Road, Watford, WD17 2JP. A one-man show performing for one-night only in February in order to raise funds for Voluntary Service Overseas. Who: Box Office Cost: 9.00 ( 6 concessions) Bothered and Bewildered Wednesday 27 February - Saturday 2 March - various times Pump House Theatre & Arts Trust, 5 Local Board Road, Watford, WD17 2JP. A comedy drama about one woman's struggle with Alzheimer's. Who: Box Office Cost: ( consessions) The Pillowman Monday 15 Saturday 20 April 7:45 pm Pump House Theatre & Arts Trust, 5 Local Board Road, Watford, WD17 2JP. Having written a set of gruesome short stories about child murders, Katurian is an obvious suspect when copycat events take place in the town. Who: Box Office Cost: ( concessions) Monday night

96 Boeing Boeing Wednesday 24 Saturday 27 various times. Pump House Theatre & Arts Trust, 5 Local Board Road, Watford, WD17 2JP. Journalist Bernard Lawrence has his hands full in the romance department; he has three girlfriends, all stewardesses. Who: Box Office Cost: ( 8 concessions) Octagon Music Society Jason Gillham Sunday 3 February 4:00 pm. The Clarendon Muse, Watford Grammar School for Boys, Rickmansworth Rd, Watford WD18 7JA. Piano recital by famed Australian virtuoso Jayson Gillham playing popular classics by Handel, Brahms, Schubert and Liszt. Who: Octagon Music Society contact Online booking at octagonmusic.ticketsource.co.uk Cost: Charlotte Ashton and William Vann Sunday 10 March 4:00 pm. The Clarendon Muse, Watford Grammar School for Boys, Rickmansworth Rd, Watford WD18 7JA. Recital for flute and piano by rising young artists Charlotte Ashton and William Vann playing muchloved gems from the flute repertoire. Who: Octagon Music Society contact Online booking at octagonmusic.ticketsource.co.uk Cost:

97 Chloe Hanslip and Danny Driver Sunday 14 April 4:00 pm. The Clarendon Muse, Watford Grammar School for Boys, Rickmansworth Rd, Watford WD18 7JA. World famous violinist Chloe Hanslip and pianist Danny Driver playing works by Janacek, Brahms, and Beethoven Who: Octagon Music Society contact Online booking at octagonmusic.ticketsource.co.uk Cost:

98 You could advertise in this great magazine which is published quarterly and distributed to 2000 people around the Watford Area. This Together in Watford guide is aimed towards older people. Want to Together see in your Watford: advert Want to see What s on here? your Guide advert February - April 2019 This is a no-nonsense guide to what s going on here? So locally do for older we. people. Keeping you connected, informed and involved in your local community. us at events@w3rt.org So do or we. In this edition: call to tell us What s on Weekly... 3 your What s on Monthly Special Events... needs. 69 us at events@w3rt.org or call to tell us Theatre & Arts Volunteering your needs. This booklet has been produced by Watford & Three Rivers Trust Charity reg no: This publication is produced by the Watford and Three Rivers Trust, with your contribution we can reach a wider audience. Please contact events@w3rt.org or telephone To book a space in the next issue. 98

99 Volunteering Opportunities Get out and about and help someone else in the process, volunteering with a feel-good factor! Getting Together Clubs Volunteer Assisting the Club & Activity Coordinator and Activity Facilitators to provide a time of socialising, getting active and experiencing new things for members. Contact Vanessa Wright on or wellbeing@w3rt.org. Volunteer driver for W3RT Community Cars Community Cars provides essential journeys for those unable to use public transport. W3RT are seeking volunteer drivers to take passengers to medical appointments, day centre s or shopping etc. Volunteer as much or as little as you like and claim expenses of 45 pence per mile. Contact: or volunteering@w3rt.org. #TeamHerts Volunteering A county wide service which aims to signpost more people towards volunteering roles across Hertfordshire as well as supporting organisations to take on more volunteers. Our site has a database, list of events and more information for both the public and volunteer-involving organisations. For more information, enquiries@teamherts.org or call

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103 The BIG QUIZ! Hosted by Luther Blissett Thursday 21 st February 6:30pm Bushey Sports Club (Metropolitan Police Club), Aldenham Road, Watford WD23 2TR A fun filled evening providing the opportunity to test your knowledge whilst enjoying a hot supper. Tickets 16pp - up to 8 people per team Book online at: bigquiz2019.eventbrite.co.uk or call: Gill Crowson: Charity reg no: w3rtcommunityfund.org 103 In aid of the W3RT Community Fund Event generously sponsored by Warner Bros Studios Leavesden