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Playing Out St Albans and Sustainable St Albans are working together to promote the Festive Streets initiative encouraging everyone to decorate their windows to bring some light and sparkle during what is likely to be a rather different, festive period. You can sign up to receive an information pack and support via their website.
The hunt is on! How many of the fantastic St Albans Postbox toppers can you find? Look out for them appearing in December!
This year there are a massive 50 postboxes to find! Including in Chiswell Green, How Wood, Park Street, London Colney, Sandridge, Wheathampstead, Redbourn and Harpenden. Congratulations to all the yarnbombers involved in this superb effort.
Visit their website for a downloadable map as well as details of the Scan & Win Trail Competition. And don't forget to share your photos on social media and tag #stalbanspostboxes.
Of course it's all in aid of good causes and this year they are supporting Open Door and and St Albans and District Foodbank. If you enjoy taking part in the trail or appreciate seeing their efforts around town then you can donate here: uk.virginmoneygiving.com/stalbanspostboxes
Click here for a printable version of the calendar
St Albans and District Foodbank have launched their Reverse Advent calendar for 2020. For 25 days they are asking people to donate a daily item form the list. Put it in a box and then drop the box at their warehouse on Coldharbour Lane by 18th December.
Families in Focus have a new Parents Network starting next month for parents of children aged 0-7 with, or awaiting, a SEND diagnosis to discuss nursery and school concerns. The network will take place via zoom. Email [email protected] to join.
The Royal Mail are once again helping Santa out by delivering the children's letters to him. To ensure Santa can reply in time letters need to reach him by 11 December at:
Santa/Father Christmas,
Santa's Grotto,
Reindeerland,
XM4 5HQ
Be sure to put a stamp on the envelope and include the child's name and address clearly. Note that the reply from this service is a standard letter and is not personalised.
Exciting news! The newly refurbished playground in Verulamium Park has been completed and opens today! There is no grand opening due to the current restrictions.
Among the features are a multi see-saw, five-way swing, a battering ram group swing, stepping posts, two carousels, Roman-numeral hopscotch and a picnic area.
Read more on St Albans District Council website.
Christmas may feel a bit different this year, but that won't stop Santa doing his best to bring some cheer to as many children as possible. Whilst some venues have confirmed their grottos will not be running this year quite a few are going ahead, but with limited choice and limited numbers due to social distancing you will need to book, and probably best to book early! Whether it's in a winter wonderland, a Christmas grotto or on a train, here's what we know so far. Keep an eye on this page and our social media for new additions.
The design for the new play area at Clarence Park has been revealed and it looks fantastic!
The playground s designed to be accessible by all and inclusive of everyone. You can see more images and find out more about the project on the Clarence Park Play website.
Work is planned to start in January with play area aiming to open in March 2021.
Celebration Garden at Aylett Nurseries
(FREE)
20th June
- 31st December
Aylett Nurseries, St Albans
The Musical Village Christmas Trail
(FREE)
1st December
- 24th December
Around the Village, Wheathampstead
Christmas at Waddesdon (Wed -Sun only)
3rd December
- 20th December
Waddesdon Manor, Aylesbury
Santa's Grotto
3rd December
- 24th December
Van Hage Garden Centre, Great Amwell
Hogwarts in the Snow - Booking currently suspended
3rd December
- 17th January
Warner Bros Studio Tour, Leavesden
Vauxhall - Made in Luton (Thu - Sun only)
(FREE)
3rd December
- 11th April
Stockwood Discovery Centre, Luton
Ice Skating
3rd December
- 3rd January
Woburn Sands Garden Centre, Milton Keynes
Santa's Grotto with Peter Rabbit and Friends
3rd December
- 24th December
The Centre:MK, Milton Keynes
Once Upon a Christmas
3rd December
- 24th December
Odds Farm Park, High Wycombe
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"I was a complete beginner in June this year and since then, with online classes-with Sew-Enjoyable, I have understood how to use a sewing machine and all it’s functions and have made the following items, which have all turned out well. Baby dungarees, a piped pillow for the Nursery, a cot sized quilt, 2 toddler dresses, baby joggers /jacket set pyjamas a pair of trousers and even a skirt for myself! I have been learning how to read and understand patterns, cut out fabric and how to sew garments. I am a person who gets bored easily but to have kept going with classes as they are fun and I am learning so much each week. Nicky works with you so that you learn how to sew items that interest you. If you want to sew , I HIGHLY RECOMMEND Nicky’s classes!! "
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