Together in Watford: What s on Guide

Together in Watford: What s on Guide November 2018 - January 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... 59 Special Events... 72 Theatre & Arts... 84 Volunteering... 95 This booklet has been produced by Watford & Three Rivers Trust Charity reg no: 1085518

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 November 2018 - January 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... 59 Special Events... 72 Email us at events@w3rt.org or call 01923 216950 to tell us Theatre & Arts... 84 Volunteering... 95 your needs. This booklet has been produced by Watford & Three Rivers Trust Charity reg no: 1085518 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 01923 216950 To book a space in the next issue. What s on Weekly Mondays Chorleywood Dementia Café over 55 1 st Monday of the month 10:30 am - 12:30 pm. Christchurch, The Common, Rickmansworth Road Chorleywood, Rickmansworth, WD3 5SG. Our cafes are for people living with or caring for someone with dementia. They offer exercise, memory activities, opportunities to meet new people plus emotional and particle support. Who: Getting Together - contact 01923 216967. Cost: 5.00 Men in Sheds over 50 Mondays and Thursdays - 10:00 am - 12:00 pm. Men in Sheds is a friendly place where men over 50 can learn new hobbies, pass on skills they ve acquired and socialise. Who: 01923 256360 / 0208 428 5507. 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 0203 675 7215. Cost: 6.00 per session (first session free). 3

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 07474107314 Cost: Free. 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 01923 278242 Cost: Please enquire for pricing. 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 - 07542 136747 Cost: 24 per month. Community Coffee Morning all ages Mondays (except bank holidays)- 9:30am - 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 01923 235488 Cost: Minimum contribution 1.50 Free Fit Club all ages Who: Cost: Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays - 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm. Central Primary School, Derby Road, Watford, WD17 2LX. Open to all ages and fitness levels, great tailored workouts for all. Alison alison@wellnesscoach.life. Free. 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 0208 428 5507 Cost: 19 incl transport & lunch. 12.00 without transport. Over 50, Fit and Fabulous over 50 Mondays 7.30 pm - 8.15 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 - 07542 136747 Cost: 24 per month. 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 01923 211058. Cost: 2.50 4 5

Watford Folk Dance Group All ages Mondays - 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm. Christ Church Hall, St Albans Road, North Watford, WD24 5BD. Traditional English folk and country dancing. Newcomers welcome no need to bring a partner. Closed Bank & Public Holidays. Who: Fran Beak - contact 01923 672341. Cost: 3 per evening - includes tea and biscuits. 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 01923 216967. Cost: 1 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 01923 353600 Cost: 6 (60+ discounted price of 4) 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 01923 296750. Cost: 2.30 per session (pre-registration required). Active Herts Tai Chi all ages Mondays 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm. Meriden Community Centre, Gartsmouth Way, Watford, Herts, WD25 9ET. Improve health and wellbeing through physical activity. Who: alison.goodchild@watfordfc.com 07710 096398 Cost: Free sessions must be used by Dec 31 st 2018. Prices subject to change from January 2019. 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 35.00 for 4 sessions 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 01923 221374 Cost: 2 weekly, + 13.50 to the National Association of Women s Clubs spread over three terms. 6 7

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: Freddy Chester - contact 01923 278242. Cost: 3.50 per session. 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 01923 523027 Cost: 10 per session when you buy 4 consecutive sessions. 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 01923 442114 Cost: 4.50 mornings, 4.00 afternoons including refreshments, Lunch 3.50. 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 01923 442114 Cost: 4.50 including refreshments. 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 01923 443210 Cost: 30p entrance fee plus cost of books. Line Dancing all ages Mondays 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm. Meriden Community Centre, Gartsmouth Way, Watford, Herts, WD25 9ET. Line Dancing fun for all ages and abilities. Who: Contact 07710 096398 Cost: 3.50 per session. 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 01923 771050 Cost: FREE 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 8 9

Painting and Drawing 18+ Mondays 1:00 pm 3:00 pm (10 Sept - 3 Dec) 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: Jane Ross contact 020 8420 1364 Cost: 72 per term 12 weeks. A stitch in time knitting & crochet group all ages Mondays 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm (10 Sept - 3 December) 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 020 8420 1364 Cost: 2 per session. 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 - 01923 710537 Cost: See online menu for prices. 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 07739 964 113 Cost: 9.00 drop in session or 10 sessions for 45. 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 07932 746181 Cost: 20 annual subscription plus nominal weekly donation. Tuesdays 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 01923 442114 Cost: 4.50 mornings, 4.00 afternoons including refreshments, Lunch 3.50. Music 24 all ages with dementia Tuesdays (2 nd & 4 th of evert 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 07521 248091 Cost: 5 per session voluntary contribution. 10 11

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 020 8421 0211 Cost: FREE Coffee & Crafts 18+ Tuesdays 9:30 am - 12:00 pm. St Martins Church, Muirfield Road, South Oxhey, WD19 6JD Bring along your knitting, crochet, cross stitch, tapestry, bead work, card making or colouring book or any other craft you can do in a group. Who: Community Learning Partnership 020 8421 5544 Cost: 2.50 includes refreshments. 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: 01923 256360 / 0208 428 5507. Cost: 2 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 01923 894862. Cost: 2 per session 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 01923 442114 Cost: 4.50 mornings, 4.00 afternoons including refreshments, Lunch 3.50. 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 01923 210639. Cost: 6.00 per session. 12 13

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 01923 235488 Cost: 22.50 for a five week course. 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 01923 216967. Cost: 1.00 Felting & Stitching Group 18+ Tuesdays 1:00 pm -3:00 pm. St Martins Church, Muirfield Road, South Oxhey, WD19 6JD Felting & Stiching Group. Drop in with your current project. Courses are also available. any other craft you can do in a group. Who: Community Learning Partnership 020 8421 5544 Cost: 3.00 includes refreshments. 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 01923 720509 Cost: 2 for dancers, 1 for non-dancers. 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 01923 820395. 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 01923 216967. Cost: 1.00 14 15

Active Herts 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: alisongoodchild@watfordfc.com - 07710 096 398. Cost: Free sessions must be used by Dec 31 st 2018. Prices subject to change from January 2019. 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. 01923 750975 Cost: Free - donations welcome. 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 07984 429255 Cost: 8 per session. 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 - 07931 383503 or Ian - 07508 570582. Cost: 5.00 includes free refreshments. 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. The Gospel Arts Manna Choir is a busy community choir. For all ages, abilities and experience levels. Who: info@gospelmanna.com / 0777 555 9554 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 0208 428 5507. Cost: 19 including transport and lunch. 12.00 without transport. Meet & Greet over 50 Tuesdays 11:00 am - 2:00 pm. Holywell Community Centre, Chaffinch Lane, Watford, WD18 9QD. A Social Club that develops and delivers a range of services that promote the wellbeing and independence Who: Subhash Arora contact 01923 251132. Cost: Please enquire for prices 16 17

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 07984 429255 Cost: 10 per session drop in discounts available if 4 classes paid in advance. Watford Open Mic @ 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 - 0300 302 0811. watfordopenmic@hotmail.com Cost: 3.00 per session. 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 01923 235488. Cost: Free but donation for running costs welcome.. 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 07984 429255 Cost: Please contact for pricing. 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 0208 428 5507. Cost: Please enquire for prices. Heartfulness 18+ Tuesdays 9:30 am - 10:30 am Asda community room, St Albans Road, WD24 7RT. Free meditation session. Who: Contact 01923 250380 Cost: FREE 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 01923 810307. Cost: Please enquire for pricing. 18 19

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 01923 810307. Cost: Please enquire for pricing. 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 01923 353 600 Cost: 4 Swimming for the over 60 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 01923 892710 Cost: FREE 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 0300 123 4049 Cost: 2 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 01923 220981 Cost: Taster session 3 or 20 per month. Getting Together @ 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 01923 216967. Cost: 4.50 20 21

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. Herts Health Walks Rickmansworth - all ages Tuesdays 2:00 pm First Steps and grade 1 (20-30 minutes). Café in the Park, Aquadrome, Frogmore Lane, WD3 1NB Health-focused walks getting people more active. Who: Sian Price contact 01992 588433. Cost: Free. 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 01252 714276 Cost: Free taster session then 100 per term. 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. 07935 989890 or email watfordgg@gmail.com Free. Decoupage Divas Group all ages Tuesdays 1:30 pm 4:00 pm (11 Sept 20 Nov) 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: Jane Ross contact 020 8420 1364 Cost: 2.50 per session. Oil Painting 18+ Tuesdays 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm 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: Jane Ross contact 020 8420 1364 Cost: 72 per term 12 weeks. Ladies Chair & Hatha Yoga all ages Tuesdays Hatha Yoga 9:15 am 10:15, Chair Yoga 10:30am 11:30 am. Carpendars 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 07570 118229 Cost: 5 per session. 22 23

Wednesdays 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 01923 232297. 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 01923 211058. Cost: 2 per session. 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 01923 236174. Cost: Free. 24 25

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 01923 209280 Cost: Free (small donation for tea & coffee welcome) 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 01923 211058. 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 - 01923 216967. Cost: 1.00. Swimming for the over 60 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 01923 771050 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 - 01923 216967. Cost: 1.00. 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 01923 442114. Cost: 4.00 per session. 26 27

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 - 01923 224108. Cost: 2.00 per session. 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 01923 225671. Cost: 65.00 (ten sessions). 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 020 8421 5544 Cost: 2.50 includes refreshments. 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 01923 211058. Cost: FREE (small donations welcome) 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 An six week Salsa dance course to learn the basics. Who: Richard s Dance Academy contact 07956 207458. Cost: 65 for 6 week course or 85 for both. Watford Ex-Services & Social Club Bingo Night - all ages Wednesdays - 8:00 pm. Watford Ex-Services & Social Club, 12-14 St. Albans Road, Watford, WD17 1BN. A classic night of fun and competition! Who: watfordexserivce@hotmail.co.uk 01923 236687. Cost: Bingo ticket price. 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 01923 210639. Cost: 6.00 per session. Line Dancing with Friends - all ages Wednesdays - 12:15 pm. YMCA Charter Place, Watford, WD17 2RT. Line dancing group. Who: Vicky Keough contact 01923 353607. Cost: 6. 28 29

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 01923 296750. Cost: 2.35 per session (pre-registration required). 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 0208 428 5507 Cost: 19 including transport and lunch. 12.00 without transport. TCV Cassiobury Park Green Gym - all ages Who: Cost: Wednesdays - 10.00 am - 1.00 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. 07835 989890 or email cassioburygg@gmail.com Free. 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 0208 428 5507. 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 01992 588433. Cost: Free. 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 0208 428 5507. 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 01923 353 607 Cost: 6.00 (discounted rate of 4 for over 60s) 30 31

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 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 01923 442114 Cost: 4.00 including 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 Improvers Bridge Group all ages Wednesdays 3 October to 19 December 2:00 pm - 4:30 pm Bushey Sports Club, Aldenham Road, WD23 2TR Beginners lessons first lesson free Who: David Eddleston contact 05601 114 470 Cost: 100 per term (12 lessons) 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 01923 216967. Cost: 1.00 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 01923 225531. Cost: 67.00 per term. 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 07932 746181 Cost: 20 annual subscription plus 3.50 weekly towards the cost of lunch 32 33

Healthy Lifestyles for Men Wednesdays, 7 November - 12 December - 9:30 am 1:30 pm. South Oxhey Parish Council, Oxhey Drive WD19 7SB For adult men of any age, this fun six-week course looks at how to improve lifestyles through exercise, eating habits and general lifestyle changes. Includes the opportunity to prepare healthy lunches and prepare individual lifestyle plans for the future. Who: Ascend contact 0208 420 1364 Cost: 12.50 enrolment fee. Thursdays 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 01923 442114 Cost: 4.50 mornings, 4.00 afternoons including refreshments, Lunch 3.50. 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 01923 496385. 3.00 including refreshments. Scottish Country Dancing - all ages Thursdays 8.30 pm 10.30 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 07880 842370 Cost: 4. 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. 34 35

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 01923 216967. Cost: 1.00 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 07404 165533 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 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 0208 428 5507. Cost: 19 including transport and lunch. 12.00 without transport. 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 01923 216967. Cost: 1.00 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 020 8421 5544 Cost: 6.00 36 37

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 01923 216967. Cost: 1.00 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 01923 216967. Cost: Mains 3, Pudding 2 booking required! Getting Together Clubs Evergreen over 55 Thursdays - 2:30 pm - 4:30 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 - 01923 216967. Cost: 1.00. Fit for Life Aerobics over 50 Wednesdays - 11:00 am - 12.00 pm. YMCA, Charter Place, Watford, WD17 2RT Aerobics session for the 50+ Who: YMCA Health Club contact 01923 353 600 Cost: 6.00 (discounted rate of 4 for over 60s) 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 020 8421 0211 Cost: FREE Creative Writing Self Organised Group all ages Thursdays 1:30 pm 3:30 pm (13 Sept 22 Nov) Step Up, 39 Oxhey Drive, South Oxhey, WD19 7AX A group for people who want to improve their creative writing skills in areas such as stories, poetry, play writing, fact & fiction and diverse genres. Who: Jane Ross contact 020 8420 1364 Cost: 2.00 per session. 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 0203 675 7215. Cost: 5.00 per session (first session free). 38 39

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 / 01923 278242. Cost: 3.00 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 01923 248494. Cost: 3.50 per session. 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 07848 687455 Cost: 8.00 per session. 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: 01923 776611 Cost: 3 (carers free) 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 020 8950 3513 Cost: 10.00 per session. TCV Watford Green Gym - all ages Who: Cost: Thursdays - 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. 07935 989890 or email watfordgg@gmail.com Free. 40 41

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: Jane Ross contact 020 8420 1364. Cost: FREE. 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 01923 810307. Please enquire for pricing. 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 01923 225671. Cost: Free. Learn to Play Bridge - all ages Thursdays until 20 December 2:00 pm - 4:30 pm Bushey Sports Club, Aldenham Road, WD23 2TR Beginners lessons first lesson free Who: David Eddleston contact 05601 114 470 Cost: 100 per term (12 lessons) 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 01923 442114 Cost: 4.50 mornings, 4.00 afternoons including refreshments, Lunch 3.50. 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 01923 496362. 42 43

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 01923 442114 Cost: 4.50 mornings, 4.00 afternoons including refreshments, Lunch 3.50. Knit and Natter 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 01923 775587 Cost: Free The Mill Photography Club 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 01923 775587 Cost: Free Men in Sheds over 50 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: 01923 256360 / 0208 428 5507. Cost: 2 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 0203 675 7215. Cost: 3.00 per session (first session free). 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 01923 216967. Cost: 1.00 44 45

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 01923 216967. Cost: 1.00 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 01992 588433. Cost: Free. Friday Coffee and Art - all ages Fridays - 10:30 am. St. John s Church, Sutton Road, Watford, WD17 2QQ. Budding artists will enjoy our informal "coffee and art" sessions which follow our morning mass on Friday. Who: St. John s Church Watford - contact 01923 236174. Cost: Free. 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 01923 442114 Cost: 4 mornings, 4.50 afternoons including refreshments, Lunch 3.50. Nordic Walking Easy Adventure all ages Fridays 10.00 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 07885 217352 Cost: 5 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 01923 892710 Cost: FREE 46 47

Active Herts Introduction to Activity Gym - all ages Fridays 1.00 pm - 2.00 pm or 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm. Meriden Community Centre, Garsmouth Way, Watford, WD25 9ET. Introduction to activity gym. Who: alisogoodchild@watfordfc.com - 07710 096398. Cost: Free for 12 weeks, then 2.50 thereafter. 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 0208 428 5507. Cost: 18 including transport and lunch. 11.50 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 socialist at our regular coffee morning. Who: Hertfordshire Age UK - contact 0208 428 5507. Cost: 2 Active Herts Introduction to Activity - all ages Fridays 11:30 am 12.30 pm Watford Leisure Centre, Peace Prospect, Watford, WD17 3HA Improve health and wellbeing through physical activity. Who: alison.goodchild@watfordfc.com - 07710 096 398. Cost: Free for 12 then 2.50 thereafter. 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 01923 232297. Cost: 1.50 per session 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 01923 296750. Cost: 1.80 per session. Ladies Only Aqua Aerobics - all ages Fridays - 6:00 pm - 7.00 pm. Watford Leisure Centre, Hempstead Road, WD17 3HA. Aqua aerobics class. Who: Get Active - contact 01923 296750. Cost: 3.30 per session. Ballroom Dancing 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 - 07931 383503 or Ian - 07508 570582. Cost: 8.00 class, 7.00 practise, 11.00 both. 48 49

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 01923 220981 Cost: Taster session 3 or 20 per month. 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 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 01923 211058. Cost: 9 per session. 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 - 07542 136747 Cost: 24 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 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: 01923 772109. Cost: Reasonable prices, varies dependent on menu choice. 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 01923 296750. Cost: 2.35 per session (pre-registration required) 50 51

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). 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 / 01923 278242. Cost: 3.00 per session (first session free). 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 07905 410431 Cost: 3.50. Inspire Lunch over 60 Who: Cost: Bingo Night Alternate Fridays 11.00 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 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 01923 662119 Cost: 3 per book & 2 entrance fee. 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 020 8421 5544 Cost: 6.00 which includes use of material & refreshments. 52 53

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: Saturdays 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 01923 216967. Cost: 1.00 The Friends of Care Homes Evening out in the afternoon - all ages Saturdays 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm The Saturday C Club, Clitheroe Gardens, Watford, WD19 6RP Live entertainment every week including games, sing a-longs, tea & coffee, raffle plus a complimentary sherry on arrival. Transport available Who: Contact - 01923 289890. Cost: 7.00 Random Café - all ages Saturdays 1:00 pm 3:00 pm Various Locations around Watford. We will legally intercept food (waste) from supermarkets, restaurants and other sources, cook it up into delicious meals, and serve them to anyone and everyone on a pay-as-you-feel basis. Who: randomcafeuk@gmail.com 07961 534275 Cost: Pay what you feel Monday to Friday, 8am-6pm on 0300 123 4044. 54 55

Pottery Workshop - all ages Saturdays 10:30 am & 3:00 pm Bushey Pottery, 32 Chalk Hill, Watford, WD19 4BX Using a variety of hand-building techniques. Work produced will be fired and glazed with a wide selection of glazes to choose from. Who: Contact 07920 062610 Cost: 40 for 4 workshops. 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 - 01923 278242. Cost: 3.00 per session book via watfordgetactive.co.uk 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 - 01923 211058. Cost: FREE 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 07730 735781. Cost: 3.00 per session. Watford and Hemel Armed Forces & Veteran s Breakfast Club - all ages Every 2 nd 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 01923 441141. Cost: FREE 56 57

9 Getting Together In Watford & Three Rivers What s on Monthly Dementia Friendly Café Chorleywood all ages First Monday of every month 10:30 am - 12:30 pm. Christ Church, The Common, Rickmansworth Road, Chorleywood, WD3 5SG. A friendly and welcoming club for those living with, or caring for, those with dementia. A chance to exercise, meet new people and gain extra support as a carer. Who: Contact - 01923 216953 Cost: 5 Join us today at one of our fantastic clubs Monday 2-4 Croxley Welcome Club Sequence Dance Tuesday 10-2 Millend Community Centre Tuesday 10.30-12.30 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 2.30-4.30 Evergreen Abbots Langley Community centre Friday 11-3 Leavesden Green Hub, Leavesden Friday 11.30-1.30 Horwood Court, Tudor Saturday 2-4 Croxley Welcome club Phone : 01923 216967 Harmonies of the Heart 18+ Usually first Monday of every Month 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm but please check for dates. Lemarie Centre, 524 St Albans Road, Watford, WD24 7WF. Get together, open the hearts and awaken the soul by sharing songs, experiences, journeys and light refreshments. Who: Mike - contact 07788 566313. 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 01923 773094. Cost: 5.00 (annual membership). Facebook@w3rtgettingtogether www.gettingtogether.org 58 59

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 01923 209280 Cost: Just pay for what you have. Niftie s Craft and natter over 50 Third Monday of every month 2:00 pm 4:00 pm. Harebreaks Community Hub, The Harebreaks, Watford, WD24 6JN. Bring along any of your crafting activities, not just knitting and come along to a monthly get together. Who: Collette Coakley contact 01923 209280 Cost: Free (small donation for tea & coffee welcome) Watford & Bushey Art Society Talk all ages 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. Who: Ken contact 07939144910 Cost: 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: 0300 123 4049 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 01923 209280 Cost: Approx 3.50 per person per game plus food. 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 07979392296. 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 - 01923 209280 Cost: 5 suggested donation 60 61

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 01923 829166. Cost: 1.30 for coffee/tea and biscuits, concert free. 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 07724 396675. Cost: 3.00 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: Jane Ross contact 020 8420 1364 Cost: 5 per session. Are you caring for someone or living With with dementia? Come and join us at Watford & Chorleywood Dementia Connections Café. For everyone with any level of dementia, memory problems and their carers Working with Watford & Three Rivers Trust - Getting Together Service; this friendly and welcoming cafe is for people living with, or caring for someone, with dementia or memory problems. Our memory café s offers exercise and memory activities, opportunities to meet new people, emotional and practical support..and plenty of fun! Holywell Community Centre Chaffinch lane, WD18 9QD Every Month at: Christ Church, The Common, Rickmansworth Road, Chorleywood, WD3 5SG Contact Tel: 01923 216953 Email:wellbeing@w3rt.org 62 63

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: 01923 261795 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 07979392296. Cost: 2.00 per session. 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 01923 261717 Cost: Free. Watford and Bushey Phab Club - all ages 1 st & 2 nd 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 07956 310298. Cost: 75p. 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 01923 209280 Cost: Free (small donation for tea & coffee welcome) 64 65

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 07956 310298. Cost: 75p. Flower Arranging Club - all ages Last Wednesday of every month - 7.00 pm - 7.30 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 01582 760709. Cost: Please enquire for pricing. 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 07986 393 173 Cost: 2.00 per session. Book Swap & Craft Club Meeting - all ages 3 rd 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 01923 635625. Cost: Free. 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 01923 213064 Cost: Minimum contribution 2.50. Dementia Friendly Café Chorleywood all ages Monthly on a Monday 11:00 am - 1:30 pm. 26 November & 21 January. Holywell Community Centre, Chaffinch Lane, Watford, WD18 9QD. A friendly and welcoming club for those living with, or caring for, those with dementia. A chance to exercise, meet new people and gain extra support as a carer. Who: Contact - 01923 216953 Cost: 5 66 67

Social Group for People Living with Parkinson s, their Friends and Carers 2 nd 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 01923 211612. Cost: Free. Watford Area Memories Group over 50 2 nd 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 01923 235488 Cost: 2 contribution booking essential. Watford Ex-Services & Social Club Quiz Night - all ages Last Friday of every month - 7:00 pm. Watford Ex-Services & Social Club, 12-14 St. Albans Road, Watford, WD17 1BN. Big Doug s big quiz night! Who: watfordexserivce@hotmail.co.uk 01923 236687. Cost: Free.. Saturday Night Social Dance - all ages 12 May, 16 June and 14 July 8:00 pm. Beechen Grove Baptist Church, 30 Clarendon Road, Watford, WD17 1JJ. Social dancing with great music and atmosphere. Who: Linda - 07931 383503 or Ian - 07508 570582. Cost: 8.00. 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 - 01923 233841. Cost: 5.00 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 - 01923 232297. Cost: Free 68 69

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 01923 216950 or email venues@w3rt.org. 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 01923 216964. www.communityvenues.org www.communitycars.help 70 71

Outings, Trips & Special Events National Trust Talk Thursday 1 November - 8.00 pm 10.00 pm. Stanborough Centre, 609 St Albans Road, Garston, Watford, WD25 9JL. Roger Yapp, chairman of Abbots Langley Local History Society gives a talk on the society s project "Back to the Front". Who: Brian Adams - contact 01923 661298. Cost: Free for members, 4 for non-members. Diwali Party Saturday 3 November - 6:30 pm 12:30 am Langley Banqueting Suites, Gade House, Watford, WD17 1AZ Dinner Buffet & live music to celebrate the night away. Who: Contact - 01923 218553 Cost: 20 Abbots Langley Christmas Market Saturday 3 November 12:00 pm 7:00 pm The Royal Oak, Kitters Green, WD5 0ET Come join us for all things Christmas, mulled wine & cider, minced pies and local arts & crafts. Who: Contact - 01923 265163 Cost: FREE The Little Gallery Tearoom Walter Harvey Hallam Saturday 3 November - 10:30 am - 4:00 pm. Watford Museum, 194 Lower High Street, Watford, WD17 2DY. This month s pop up tearoom will be WWI-inspired! Watch two actors in authentic WWI costumes portray the story of Walter Harvey Hallam, a soldier who served on the first day of the Battle of the Somme. Who: Watford Museum - 01923 232297. Cost: FREE Remembrance Day Rock Painting Sunday 4 November 10:00 am 12:00 pm St Martins Church, Muirfield Road, South Oxhey, WD19 6JD A special family art session. Who: Community Learning Partnership 020 8421 5544 Cost: 5 per family. Tree Walk Who: Cost: Wednesday 7 November 10:30 am - 11:30 am Cassiobury Park, Watford, WD18 7LG Led walk with Vicky (Hub) & Friends of Cassiobury Park to explore some of the trees found at the North- East end of Cassiobury Park (Rickmansworth Road entrance and Bandstand). Meet by the Bandstand. Contact cassiobury@watford.gov.uk FREE 72 73

Watford Beer Festival Thursday 8 Saturday 10 November. Thursday 4:00 pm 11:00 pm, Friday & Saturday 11:00 am 11:00 Who: Cost: pm. West Herts Sports Club, 8 Park Avenue, Watford, WD18 7HP. Over 80 beers, ciders and perries from breweries Local to Watford, in Hertfordshire, London and all over the country. Presentations for the Hertfordshire Beer of the Year award and there will be a Pub Quiz at 7pm on Saturday night. www.watford.camra.org.uk 2.50 or FREE to CAMRA members. Piano Recital - Autumn Gala Concert Who: Cost: Saturday 10 November 7:30 pm 8:30 pm Stanborough Park Church, 609 St Albans Road, Watford WD25 9JL. Autumn Gala Concert by the pupils from The Purcell School of Music. Contact - 01923 894664 - concerts@purcell-school.org FREE (collection at the end) Light Painting in Cassiobury Park Saturday 10 November & 8 December 4:00 pm 7:00 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 - 07958 537652 Cost: 19 booking required RSPB Watford Local Group Talk Wednesday 14 November 8:00 pm 10:00 pm Stanborough Centre, 609 St Albans Road, Garston, Watford, WD25 9JL. Jason Moss will talk about "British Islands - a Birder's Paradise". All welcome. Who: John Fisher contact 01582 792843 Cost: 3 light refreshment included Little Cassiobury CIC; Anglo-Italian Gourmet Dinner Thursday 15 November 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 01923 264367 Cost: 28 Aldenham Christmas Frost Fair Thursday 15 Sunday 18 November - 10.00 am 5.00 pm. Aldenham Country Park, Aldenham Road, Elstree, Radlett, WD6 3BA Relocated from Hatfield House, Aldenham Country Park provides all the space for this exciting established Christmas Fair Who: Contact 0208 953 9602. Cost: 8 74 75

Nordic Walking Taster Session Saturday 17 November, 2:00 pm 2:45 pm. Leavesden Country Park, 1 College Road, Abbots Langley, WD5 0NX A 45 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 07885 217352 Cost: 5 Parmiter s School Christmas Gift Fair Saturday 17 November 11:00 am 4:00 pm Parmiter's School, High Elms Lane, Garston, Watford, WD25 0UU Annual event for those looking for Christmas gifts with over 70 professional stalls. Who: Contact 01923 671424 Cost: Adults 1.50 Children FREE Christmas Wreath & Snow Flakes Crochet Workshop Saturday 17 November 2:00 pm 5:00 pm St Martins Church, Muirfield Road, South Oxhey, WD19 6JD Christmas Wreath & snowflakes crochet workshop. Price includes tuition, materials and refreshments. Who: Community Learning Partnership 020 8421 5544 Cost: 30 Christmas Cracker at Ascend Saturday 17 November 10:30 am - 1:00 pm Ascend Step Up, 30 Oxhey Drive, South Oxhey Raffle, bring and buy cakes, mince pies, festive refreshments and carols. Proceeds in aid of local charity Ascend. Who: Ascend contact 0208 420 1364 Cost: Please enquire for pricing. Chiswick House Magic Lantern Festival Thursday 19 November 3:00 pm Chiswick House Nifties trip to Chiswick House for the Magic Lantern Festival. The coach will leave at 3pm from the Horns and 3.15pm from Morrisons. Who: Collette Coakley contact 01923 209280 Cost: 22 coach & entry booking essential SWHAHS Lecture Wednesday 21 November 7:30 pm West Herts College, Hempstead, Watford, WD17 3EZ The Prittlewell Prince an Anglo-Saxon chamber burial in its local and wider context by Lecturer Lyn Blackmore from the Museum of London Archaeology. Who: Contact 07784 807108 Cost: 3 non-members welcome. Booking essential. Imagine Group s Annual Ollie Quiz Night Friday 23 November 7.30 pm 11:00 pm. Langley Banqueting & Conference Suite, Gade House, 28-42 The Parade, Watford, WD17 1AZ The Imagine Group's fundraiser for The OLLIE Foundation! Ticket includes a two-course Indian buffet. Who: Alice contact - 01923 630844 Cost: 25 per head. 76 77

Home-Start Watford & Three Rivers Snowflake Ball Friday 23 November - 7:00 pm 1:00 am Moor Park Mansion, Rickmansworth, WD3 1QN The evening will include a welcome drink, three course meal, music, auction and raffle. Who: Contact 01923 248010 Cost: 65 per head or 600 for a table of 10. National Tree Week Event Photo Walk Who: Cost: Saturday 24 November 10:00 am 12:00 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. Contact info@andrewlalchan.co.uk 5 booking required National Tree Week Event Peace Garden Wednesday 28 November 10:30 am 12:00 pm Cassiobury Park, Watford, WD18 7LG Visit the tree orchard at the Peace Garden and take part in practical activities to improve this site for people and wildlife. All tools provided & no experience necessary. Meet at the Peace Garden (past tennis courts/ bowls club, entrance via gap in the hedge) Who: Contact 01923 727072 Cost: FREE Christmas Wreath Workshop Thursday 29 November 2:00 pm 4:00 pm The Henderson Hub, High Street, Abbots Langley, Christmas Wreath or table decoration workshop with all materials and festive refreshments included. Who: Doreen Meek 01923 264367 Cost: 12 Rickmansworth Winter Fair Friday 30 November 5:00 pm 9 pm Rickmansworth High Street, WD3 1AJ An evening celebration and fun. Starlight parade, stalls, unfair, music food and competitions. Who: 07757 253971 Cost: FREE National Animal Welfare Trust Christmas Bazaar Sunday 2 December - 11:00 am - 3.00 pm National Animal Welfare Trust, Tylers Way, WD25 8WT Christmas Bazaar and fun dog show. Lots of fun stall with loads of goodies for all the family as well as gifts for Christmas. Who: 020 8950 0177 Cost: FREE National Trust Talk Thursday 6 December - 8.00 pm 10.00 pm. Stanborough Centre, 609 St Albans Road, Garston, Watford, WD25 9JL. Speaker Tony Earle on the Silver Screen. Who: Brian Adams - contact 01923 661298. Cost: Free for members, 4 for non-members. Youth Orchestra Concert Friday 7 December 7:30 pm 9:30 pm Clarendon Muse, 70 Rickmansworth Road, Watford, WD18 7JA Concert including Sibelius 2nd Symphony given by Watford School of Music Youth Orchestra. Who: Contact 01923 225531 Cost: Please contact for pricing. 78 79

CLP Christmas Craft Fair Saturday 8 December 10:00 am 3:00 pm St Martins Church, Muirfield Road, South Oxhey, WD19 6JD Lots of festive stalls selling handmade and original Christmas gifts, Who: Community Learning Partnership 020 8421 5544 Cost: 1 Royal British Legion Women s Section charity fundraising dance Saturday 8 December 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 01923 443210 Cost: 3.50 without food, or if purchased in advance 8 with food. Carols by Candlelight Who: Cost: Sunday 9 December 6:30 pm St James Church, High Street, Bushey, WD23 1BD Heart-warming Christmas Carols by the pupils from the Purcell School of Music. Contact - 01923 894664 - concerts@purcell-school.org FREE (collection at the end) Winter Jazz Concert Who: Cost: Monday 10 December 7:00 pm The Purcell School, Constance Pilkington Hall, Aldenham Road, WD23 2TS. Winter jazz concert by the Pupils from The Purcell School of Music. Contact - 01923 894664 - concerts@purcell-school.org FREE Nifties Christmas Party Friday 14 December 1:00 pm 5:00 pm Aldenham Golf Club Join the Nifty Over 50 group for their fantastic annual Christmas Party. Who: Collette Coakley contact 01923 209280 Cost: 21 Christmas Pebble Art Session Sunday 16 December, 10:00 am 12:00 pm St Martins Church, Muirfield Road, South Oxhey, WD19 6JD A family art taster session. Who: Community Learning Partnership 020 8421 5544 Cost: 5 per family. Christmas Tea Dance Tuesday 18 December - 1:00 pm. Watford Colosseum, Rickmansworth Road, Watford, WD17 3JN. Get your dancing shoes on and take to the floor for a graceful, elegant and nostalgic afternoon of dancing. Who: Watford Colosseum - contact box office on 01923 571102. Cost: 5.50 per session 80 81

Yuletide Milonga Evening Dance Sunday 23 December, 5:00 pm 9:00 pm. YMCA Orbital Community Centre, Haines Way, Watford, WD25 7QU. Open to all present and future supporters of Tango Elegante to come along for 4 hours of lovely tango. Includes refreshments and a drop of bubbly. Who: Steve contact 07848 687455 Cost: 10 on the door, or 9 in advance. Community Christmas Lunch Tuesday 25 December 11:30am (lunch at 1:00 pm) St John s School Hall, Berry Lane, Rickmansworth Roast Turkey with all the trimmings for those who would otherwise be along at Christmas. Stay and watch the Queen s speech and party games available. Organised by St Vincent de Paul Society. Who: Geraldine - contact 01923 776100 Cost: 5 suggested donation National Trust Talk Thursday 3 January - 8.00 pm 10.00 pm. Stanborough Centre, 609 St Albans Road, Garston, Watford, WD25 9JL. Speaker Colin Oakes on the subject Suffragettes: Freedom Fighters or Terrorists. Who: Brian Adams - contact 01923 661298. Cost: Free for members, 4 for non-members. 82 83

A Dash of Culture Watford Palace Theatre Delayed LIVE from London s West End: Funny Girl Wednesday 7 November 7:00 pm. Watford Palace Theatre, 20 Clarendon Road, Watford, WD17 1JZ. Funny Girl is semi-biographical, based on the life and career of Broadway star, film actress and comedienne Fanny Brice. Who: Watford Palace Theatre - contact 01923 225671. Cost: 15.50. Guys and Dolls Tuesday 13 Saturday 17 November various times Watford Palace Theatre, 20 Clarendon Road, Watford, WD17 1JZ. With a live band on stage playing the dynamic score, action-packed staging, romance and plenty of laughs, this colourful musical has everything needed to create the perfect theatre experience. Who: Watford Palace Theatre - contact 01923 225671. Cost: 15-25. Delayed live form the Bolshoi Ballet - La Sylphide Wednesday 14 November 2:00 pm Watford Palace Theatre, 20 Clarendon Road, Watford, WD17 1JZ. One of the world s oldest surviving ballets, and a treasure in the Danish Bournonville style. Restaged for the Bolshoi by Bournonville expert Johan Kobborg. Who: Watford Palace Theatre - contact 01923 225671. Cost: 15.50 Delayed LIVE from the Bridge Theater Company: Allelujah! Friday 16 November 1:30 pm Watford Palace Theatre, 20 Clarendon Road, Watford, WD17 1JZ. Alan Bennett s sharp and hilarious new play. Who: Watford Palace Theatre - contact 01923 225671. Cost: 15.50 Delayed LIVE from the Vaudeille Theatre: The Importance of Being Earnest Sunday 18 November 2:00 pm. Watford Palace Theatre, 20 Clarendon Road, Watford, WD17 1JZ. Wilde s much-loved masterpiece throws love, logic and language into the air to make one of theatre s most dazzling firework displays. Who: Watford Palace Theatre - contact 01923 225671. Cost: 15.50 84 85

Delayed LIVE from London s West End: The King & I Thursday 20 December 1.30 pm. Watford Palace Theatre, 20 Clarendon Road, Watford, WD17 1JZ. Multi-award winning and critically acclaimed production recorded live form London West End. Who: Watford Palace Theatre - contact 01923 225671. Cost: 15.50, no concessions. Delayed LIVE from the Bolshoi Ballet: La Bayadere Friday 25 January 1.15 pm Watford Palace Theatre, 20 Clarendon Road, Watford, WD17 1JZ. Dazzling sets, costumes, and one of the most iconic scenes in ballet, the Kingdom of the Shades, illuminate the tragic tale of the temple dancer Nikiya s doomed love for the warrior Solor, and their ultimate redemption. Who: Watford Palace Theatre - contact 01923 225671. Cost: 15.50 Good Dog Thursday 31 January Saturday 2 February Various times Watford Palace Theatre, 20 Clarendon Road, Watford, WD17 1JZ. Good dog 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. Who: Watford Palace Theatre - contact 01923 225671. Cost: 5.00-15.50 Watford Colosseum Brendan Cole All Night Long Tuesday 6 November 7:30 pm Watford Colosseum, Rickmansworth Road, Watford, WD17 3JN. Brendan is joined by his sensational cast of guest dancers, captivating leading lady and superbly talented 14-piece band and singers, to whip up an extravagant mix of Latin fever and ballroom magic.. Who: Watford Colosseum - contact 01923 571102. Cost: 27.50-42.00 Watford Philharmonic Society The Armed Man Saturday 10 November 7:30 pm Watford Colosseum, Rickmansworth Road, Watford, WD17 3JN. On the eve of the 100th Anniversary of the end of the Great War, Michael Cayton conducts the Watford Philharmonic Society, together with the Chiltern Choir, to mark this momentous occasion. Who: Watford Colosseum - contact 01923 571102. Cost: 20:00-22:00 The Overtones Thursday 22 November 7:30 pm Watford Colosseum, Rickmansworth Road, Watford, WD17 3JN. The number one vocal harmony group, known for sensational flat-out singing with timeless appeal The Overtones, are hitting the road once more with their Christmas tour. Who: Watford Colosseum - contact 01923 571102. Cost: 26.50-42.50 86 87

Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain Wednesday 28 November 7:30 pm Watford Colosseum, Rickmansworth Road, Watford, WD17 3JN. A little midwinter mischief and a chance for the audience to play or sing-a-long to the odd well-known Christmas number. Watch the tutorials online, learn the parts and join in live. Who: Watford Colosseum - contact 01923 571102. Cost: 24.50-28.50 Only Fools and 3 Courses - Christmas Special Tuesday 11 December 7:00 pm doors, 8:00 pm dinner. Watford Colosseum, Rickmansworth Road, Watford, WD17 3JN. Combines fine food and comedy action, served up only fools and horses style. Who: Watford Colosseum - contact 01923 571102. Cost: 40 The Sleeping Beauty Saturday 22 December Sunday 23 December various times. Watford Colosseum, Rickmansworth Road, Watford, WD17 3JN. Ballet Theatre UK s spectacular production, set to Tchaikovsky s glorious music with stunning classical choreography, by the Artistic Director, Christopher Moore, reawakens the magic of the world s favourite fairy tale. Who: Watford Colosseum - contact 01923 571102. Cost: 18:50-23:50 Ultimate Buble Sunday 20 January 12:30 pm, Lunch 1:30 pm Watford Colosseum, Rickmansworth Road, Watford, WD17 3JN. Tribute artist Mark Daniels performs the biggest hits of Michael Bublé after enjoying three course Sunday lunch! Who: Watford Colosseum - contact 01923 571102. Cost: 30.00 Tottenham Legends Monday 21 January 8:00 pm Watford Colosseum, Rickmansworth Road, Watford, WD17 3JN. An opportunity to see three football legends grace the stage to talk about their brilliant careers at Tottenham Hotspur. Who: Watford Colosseum - contact 01923 571102. Cost: 29.00-54.00 Spirit of the Dance 20 th Anniversary Tour Thursday 24 January 7:30 pm Watford Colosseum, Rickmansworth Road, Watford, WD17 3JN. International smash hit Spirit of the Dance celebrates its record-breaking 20 year anniversary as one of the most successful dance shows ever. Who: Watford Colosseum - contact 01923 571102. Cost: 30.00 88 89

Fawlty Towers - The Official Dining Experience Friday 25 January 7:00 pm doors, 8:00 pm dinner. Watford Colosseum, Rickmansworth Road, Watford, WD17 3JN. The notorious dining room at the Fawlty Towers Hotel is opening its doors to the public for an official dining experience like no other. Who: Watford Colosseum - contact 01923 571102. Cost: 45.00 Hello Again The Story of Neil Diamond Wednesday 30 January 7:30 pm Watford Colosseum, Rickmansworth Road, Watford, WD17 3JN. Evocative imagery, video and narration enhance the magic, as the show takes you on a musical journey through Neil Diamond s glittering 50 year career Who: Watford Colosseum - contact 01923 571102. Cost: 26.00 Watersmeet Theatre Film: They Shall Not Grow Old Thursday 1 November 7:45 pm Watersmeet, High Street, Rickmansworth, WD3 1EH. On the centenary of the end of First World War, Academy Award-winner Peter Jackson presents the World Premiere of an extraordinary new work showing the Great War as you have never seen it. Who: Watersmeet - contact 01923 711063. Cost: 5 ( 3 concessions) Live from the National Theatre: Allelujah! Monday 12 th November - 7.00 pm Watersmeet, High Street, Rickmansworth, WD3 1EH. Alan Bennett s sharp and hilarious new play. Who: Watersmeet - contact 01923 711063. Cost: 12.50 Film: Edie Thursday 15 November 2:00 pm & 7:45 pm Watersmeet, High Street, Rickmansworth, WD3 1EH. After her husband dies, an elderly woman barks on a trip to fulfill her longtime dream of climbing a mountain in the Scottish Highlands. Starring Sheila Hamcock Who: Watersmeet - contact 01923 711063. Cost: 3.00 (matinee) 4.00 (evenings) Walk Like a Man Friday 16 November 7:30 pm. Watersmeet, High Street, Rickmansworth, WD3 1EH. Go back in time on a musical journey through the incredible career of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons Who: Watersmeet - contact 01923 711063. Cost: 23.00 ( 22 concessions) The Complete and Utter History of Jazz- without the boring bits Saturday 17 November 7:30 pm Watersmeet, High Street, Rickmansworth, WD3 1EH. A brand new history of jazz with a fantastic selection of music and hilarious, musically brilliant, historically fascinating moments. Who: Watersmeet - contact 01923 711063. Cost: 20.00 90 91

Live from the National Theatre: The Madness of George III Friday 11 January 7:00 pm. Watersmeet, High Street, Rickmansworth, WD3 1EH. Mutli-award winning drama written by Britain s bestloved playwrights Alan Bennett will be broadcasting live to cinemas form Nottingham Playhouse. Who: Watersmeet - contact 01923 711063. Cost: 12.50 Los Endos Presents: The Ultimate Genesis Saturday 26 January 7:30 pm Watersmeet, High Street, Rickmansworth, WD3 1EH. Los Endos - Ultimate Genesis are bringing an awesome set of the very best songs from Genesis 70 s repertoire. Who: Watersmeet - contact 01923 711063. Cost: 22.00 Pump House Theatre & Arts Trust Little Shop of Horrors Thursday 22 Saturday 24 November various times Pump House Theatre & Arts Trust, 5 Local Board Road, Watford, WD17 2JP. Sci-fi horror musical comedy which tells the story of Seymour, a meek flower shop assistant who happens upon a strange plant. Who: Box Office - 07914999984 Cost: 8.50 Our House Friday 18 January - Saturday 26 November - various times Pump House Theatre & Arts Trust, 5 Local Board Road, Watford, WD17 2JP. Based in 1980s Camden Town, featuring a collection of Madness hits, the show is a huge British musical hit. Who: Box Office - 07914999984 Cost: 11.00 ( 9 consessions) 92 93

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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 November 2018 - January 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... 59 Special Events... 72 Email us at events@w3rt.org or call 01923 216950 to tell us Theatre & Arts... 84 Volunteering... 95 your needs. This booklet has been produced by Watford & Three Rivers Trust Charity reg no: 1085518 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 01923 216950 To book a space in the next issue. 98