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Radlett
Helen Shapiro will perform at The Radlett Centre on Saturday, July 6, at 8pm, as she makes her final tour of Britain. Tickets 14, 13 conc. Box office 01923 859291. July 4, 2002 21:00
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Borehamwood
Families Day, held every year as part of the Elstree and Borehamwood Town Festival, will take place on Saturday, July 6, with cast and crew from EastEnders set to play a six-a-side football match in the afternoon. The day will take place from 12.30pm
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Woodland Roadshow
An exhibition exploring the woodland environment; Bushey Museum and Art Gallery, Rudolph Road, Bushey; runs untl August 31, 11am to 4pm (Thursday to Sunday), admission free. July 4, 2002 21:00
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Painting Exhibition
Presented by Novgorod artist Yuri Eryshef; Palace Theatre, Green Room, Clarendon Road, Watford; runs until Saturday, July 6. July 4, 2002 21:00
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Memories are Made of This - A Hidden World
By Tracie Law and Jane McGill; The Bull Gallery, High Street, Barnet; runs until July 30. July 4, 2002 21:00
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Borehamwood and Radlett: Dance project
Young people's theatre company Traffic Lights Productions is looking for performers to take part in a dance choreography project. People with a background in Jazz and contemporary dance would be welcome. Rehearsals will take place on Tuesdays and Sundays
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Crunch vote on new stadium plan
The trademark coffin of the Keep Barnet Alive (KBA) movement will be making a comeback next week when hundreds of frustrated Bees fans urge councillors not to leave the club dead and buried. The organisation, founded in 1998 after the club's failed move
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Summer Exhibition
Presented by Friends of Bushey Museum; Bushey Museum and Art Gallery, Rudolph Road, Bushey; Saturday, June 22 to November 3; open 11am to 4pm, Thursday to Sunday only; admission free. July 4, 2002 21:00
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We Are Part Human, Part Stories
Exhibition by Ben Okri, Birds of Heaven; The Bull Foyer, High Street, Barnet; runs until July 6. July 4, 2002 21:00
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Hundreds of fans out to push for Bees' survival
The trademark coffin of the Keep Barnet Alive (KBA) movement will make an appearance next week when hundreds of frustrated Bees fans urge councillors not to leave the club dead and buried. The organisation, founded in 1998 after the football club's failed
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Runners ready and willing
ON SATURDAY June 29, the Dovedale Harriers hosted the Willingale 10k Road Race. Around 200 competitors ran over the undulating rural course including six members from Bishop's Stortford Running Club. Ann Cook ran an excellent race to finish as first Lady
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Adam hoops regional call
HARLOW Basketball Club's Adam Coates will be hoping to net a call up to the England U14 Squad by impressing selectors when he represents the eastern region in a national tournament to be held at Lilleshall. Adam has been playing for Harlow for a year
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Hertsmere: Art Fun Weeks
Hertsmere Borough Council's Summer 2002 Art Fun Weeks run from Monday, July 29 until Friday, August 23, and will include T-shirt printing, model making, drama, dance, music and games. The courses will be held in Borehamwood, Shenley and Radlett and will
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Borehamwood: Amateur musical and dramatic society
Elstree Productions, the amateur musical and dramatic society, is looking for more people to take part in its exciting spring show, Cabaret. Actors, singers (especially a male tenor) and dancers, aged 16 or above, are required. The society is also searching
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Harlow excel with the bat
Harlow258-5 Hadleigh & Thundersley175-7 Essex League Division One ANOTHER good all-round performance almost bought Harlow their third victory of the season on Saturday, but the eleven points they gained from their draw with Hadleigh and Thundersley
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Science status is 'tremendous' for Ashmole School
Headteacher Derrick Brown described today's decision to grant Ashmole School in Southgate specialist status as "tremendous." It means that the school in Cecil Drive, will now be a specialist science college with new developments such as an observatory
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Science status is 'tremendous' for Ashmole School
Headteacher Derrick Brown described today's decision to grant Ashmole School in Southgate specialist status as "tremendous." It means that the school in Cecil Drive, will now be a specialist science college with new developments such as an observatory
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Fairies, fantasy and a donkey's head
Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream is being performed by The Bull Youth Theatre Two (for 11 to 14-year-olds) this Saturday, at 6pm and 8pm. The cheeky Puck and the King of the Fairies, Oberon, meddle with four humans' lives to make them all fall
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Duty lies with constituents
I READ with astonishment the letter from Claire Ward in the Watford Observer of June 14 trying to justify her recent Junket to Japan as being a charity fund raising trip. This escapade must be one of the most blatant examples of elected representatives
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Little Mo gets left behind bars
She may be incarcerated in Holloway Prison, but EastEnders' Little Mo Slater executed an escape act Houdini would have been proud of to open a new ward at Barnet Hospital on Friday. The convicted murderer or at least Kasey Ainsworth, the actress who plays
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Sabotage ruled out of Potters Bar rail disaster
An official Government report has ruled out sabotage as the cause of the Potters Bar rail disaster. The official accident report, which was released on Thursday by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE), concluded that poor maintenance was the cause of
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Councillors at war over 'racist' remark
A senior councillor hit back this week after a political opponent reported him for making what he claimed was a racist comment at an official meeting. Councillor Morris Bright was reported to the Commission for Racial Equality and the borough council's
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Moving on through the many years of Lucketts
BILL has been driving taxis since 1974 but he has no hesitation in recalling the most bizarre fare in 28 years. Bill, whose surname, Jefkins, makes him sound like a refugee from The Hobbit, loves the life, meeting different people and the freedom. "Someone
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Semi-acoustic weekend wind down
Floor spots welcome, free drink to performers; The Blue Angel Acoustic Caf; The Horn, Victoria Street, St Albans; every Sunday 7.30pm to 10.30pm; admission free. July 4, 2002 21:00
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St Albans Abbey Folk Dance Club
Meetings every Thursday; St Stephen's Church hall, Watling Street, St Albans; every Thursday, 7.45pm to 9.45pm; all welcome; for more details call Brenda on 01727 846606. July 4, 2002 21:00
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Hope for Ridgehill
The management of the organisation responsible for most of Hertsmere's social housing this week claimed that staff morale had improved since the publication of a highly critical report. The report about Ridgehill Housing Association, commissioned by the
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Sabotage ruled out of Potters Bar rail disaster
An official Government report has ruled out sabotage as the cause of the Potters Bar rail disaster. The official accident report, which was released on Thursday by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE), concluded that poor maintenance was the cause of
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Crunch vote on new stadium plan
The trademark coffin of the Keep Barnet Alive (KBA) movement will be making a comeback next week when hundreds of frustrated Bees fans urge councillors not to leave the club dead and buried. The organisation, founded in 1998 after the club's failed move
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MP's vow to monitor national curriculum
A VOW to monitor the national curriculum so teachers are not too constrained in their work has come from St Albans MP Kerry Pollard. Mr Pollard was addressing the Education and Skills select committee attended by members of the Qualifications and Curriculum
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Workmen dig up live grenade
WORKMEN had a lucky escape after they unearthed a live grenade while digging up a back garden. Mr Alan Watson, his son Jason and Mr Alan O'Neil were digging up a garden ready for a new patio at a home in West Common Way, Harpenden, on Friday when they
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Philip happy to fly the flag at final
WHEN Brazil lined up against Germany at this year's World Cup final most English thoughts were of what might have been for the national team. But for St Albans resident Philip Sharp there was something more pressing in hand namely his assistant referee's
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Barnet action group to take part in Finchley Carnival
Members of the reformed Keep Barnet Alive action group are taking part in Finchley Carnival parade on Saturday. The group's aim is to rally public support for the Conference club as it faces another crisis in its bid to establish a permanent new home.
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Nifty 50's Club
Meets for badminton, bowls, Scrabble and other activities; YMCA, Charter Place, Watford; Wednesdays, 2pm to 5pm. July 4, 2002 21:00
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XRR Photographic Society
Meets for photographic demonstration by various speakers and competitions; Williams Hall, Seventh-day Adventist Church, St Albans Road, Garston; Wednesdays, 7.45pm; new members and visitors welcome. July 4, 2002 21:00
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North Watford Air Rifle and Pistol Club
Welcomes safe and enthusiastic new members to shoot indoors at six yards and ten metres range; Christ Church hall, St Albans Road, north Watford; Wednesdays 7.30pm. July 4, 2002 21:00
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Bushey Meads Women's Club
Meets for various speakers, demonstrations and outings; United Reformed Church Hall, High Street, Bushey; every Wednesday, 7.15pm. July 4, 2002 21:00
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Harvest End Women's Club
Meets at Meriden Community Centre, Garston; every Wednesday, 7.30pm. New members very welcome. July 4, 2002 21:00
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Garston Townswomen's Guild
Meets at Our Lady and St Michael's Church Hall, Crown Rise, Garston; every Tuesday, 7.45pm. July 4, 2002 21:00
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Bedmond Women's Institute
Meets at the Bedmond Village Hall, Bedmond; every Friday, 7.30pm. New members are always welcome. July 4, 2002 21:00
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School awarded special arts status
STAFF and students of a local girls school are celebrating this week, after discovering the school it was one of 160 in England to be awarded specialist school status. School Standards Minister David Miliband announced yesterday (Thursday) that Watford
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School awarded special arts status
STAFF and students of a local girls school are celebrating this week, after discovering the school it was one of 160 in England to be awarded specialist school status. School Standards Minister David Miliband announced yesterday (Thursday) that Watford
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Report shows reduction in road casualties
FEWER road casualties and better bus services are two of the highlights of a progress report into Hertfordshire County Council's transport plan, released last month. However, suggestions for improvements in bus delays and performance monitoring were put
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Mayor vows to improve play area after mother's petition
ELECTED Mayor Dorothy Thornhill has said she will rise to the challenge laid down by a Garston mother who is demanding a better play area for local children using Garston Park. Mrs Ayelet Bayley, who came to Garston three years ago, said she was horrified
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Traditional and Contemporary Folk and Blues
A warm welcome for all every Thursday evening at the Hollybush Folk Club; informal singers night; Old School Room, Hollybush pub, Church End, Redbourn; 8.15pm to 11.15pm; admission 2 on the door; further information on 07710 471862 or 07850 163241. July
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Traditional Music Sessions
Every Thursday mainly English and Irish traditional tunes and songs everyone welcome to listen or to play; Rose & Crown, St Michael's Street, St Albans; 9pm. July 4, 2002 21:00
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Orbital Dance Club
Ballroom dancing; Orbital Community Centre, Haines Way, Watford; new members welcome; every Tuesday, 2pm to 4pm. Tel: 01923 681054. July 4, 2002 21:00
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Mingles Unattached Over 30's Dance 'n' Rendezvous Club
Remada Jarvis Hotel (A41), Watford Bypass, Watford; no denim, gentlemen shirts and ties required; last entry 10.45pm; every Thursday, 8.45pm. Tel: 020 8393 0914. July 4, 2002 21:00
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Outstanding services award for stalwart hospital volunteer
STALWART volunteer Mr Frank Wilson has been awarded a Certficate of Merit for Outstanding Services after helping Watford General Hospital's League of Friends for more than 40 years. The presentation was made by the fundraising group's chairman Mr Philp
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School celebrates cultural diversity
IN five days' time, pupils of the Westfield Community College will be bringing together all the nationalities represented in the school over a period of two days to celebrate their cultural diversity. The school, situated in Tolpits lane, West Watford
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Pupils embark on Ecuador expedition
SENIOR pupils at a Chorleywood secondary school will leave British soil behind next month when they embark on a four week expedition to Ecuador. The group of 13 sixth formers from St Clement Danes School in Chenies Road, Chorleywood, have spent more than
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Young Carmen Performance
Organised by St Albans Chamber Opera; Maltings Arts Theatre, The Maltings, St Albans; 8pm; details and tickets 7 from the box office 01727 844222. July 4, 2002 21:00
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Residents win more support to save wood
RESIDENTS protesting about a new housing development in Harpenden have been supported in their campaign by the town council. At a meeting of the council's planning committee last Tuesday (June 25) councillors recommended that an application by Marchfield
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Children's Concert
Fabulous festival fun for the family presented by St Albans Symphony Orchestra; Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St Albans; 2pm and 4.30pm; tickets 8 and 10 from the box office on 01727 844488. July 4, 2002 21:00
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Harry follows wife in snapping up award
A PHOTOGRAPHER from Harpenden sampled how it feels to be in front of the camera after he scooped the top prize in a local competition. Mr Harry Dobkin, 71, of Eastmoor Park, has been awarded the Harpenden Photographic Society's 2002 photographer of the
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Malinky
A dynamic, young Scottish folk band; Maltings Arts Theatre, The Maltings, St Albans; 8pm; admission 7; box office on 01727 844222. July 4, 2002 21:00
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Herts Jazz
Lennart Andersson Dave Cliff Quintet; The Fairway, Fairway Suite, Old Herns Lane, Welwyn Garden City; doors open 7.30pm, music starts at 8pm; admission 6 for members and 7 for non-members. July 4, 2002 21:00
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Help for youth projects
MORE than 100 of Hertfordshire's voluntary groups, clubs and schools are set to benefit from the latest round of community spending. Hertfordshire County Council is providing almost £365,000 to help the groups buy vital new equipment, kick-start new schemes
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Borehamwood: Open day at gardens
Borehamwood's branch of the British Red Cross will hold an open day of gardens on Sunday, July 14. Admission to all eight gardens, in Borehamwood and Elstree, will cost 3.50 and the gardens will be open from 2pm to 6pm. The gardens are in Elstree: Barham
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Elstree: Singing and dancing
Young people who would like to improve their singing, dancing and acting skills can attend Youngstars Theatre School at Allum Hall, in Allum Lane, Elstree. Classes are held every Saturday during term time for eight to 16-year-olds. Coralyn Canfor-Dumas
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Elstree: A Taste of a Chorus Line
The Elstree theatre school Youngstars will present a musical entitled A Taste of a Chorus Line at Allum Lane Community Centre on Monday, July 8, at 7.30pm. The show is based on the musical A Chorus Line and features a cast of 40 boys and girls, aged from
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Nursery is hotbed of customer service
GREEN-FINGERED staff at Aylett Nurseries in St Albans were jumping for joy when they were commended for their customer service in Gardening Which? Magazine. The family business on North Orbital Road was voted one of the best garden centres in Britain
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Learn to Line Dance
West Watford Conservative Club, Harwoods Road, Watford; Tuesday, July 9, 7.30pm to 9pm. July 4, 2002 21:00
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Ballroom and Latin American Dance
New members welcome; The Orbital Community Centre, Haines Way, Watford; Tuesday, July 9, 2pm to 4pm. Tel: Alison 01923 681054 for further details. July 4, 2002 21:00
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Salsa Dance
The Cookery, behind Elim Church, Leavesden Road, north Watford; Monday, July 8, 7pm to 8pm basic Salsa, 8pm to 9pm advanced Salsa. Tel: 07944 462461. July 4, 2002 21:00
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SalsaDuende
David Lloyd Centre, Hartspring Lane, Bushey; Sunday, July 7, 7pm to 9pm; admission 6. Tel: 07956 207458. July 4, 2002 21:00
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Belly Dance Classes
A beginners class for ladies; The Oracle, 12 Market Street, Watford; Monday, July 8, 7pm to 8pm and 8.30pm to 9.30pm; today (Friday) 7.30pm. Tel: 020 8421 5178. July 4, 2002 21:00
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Maddy's Jiving School Rock 'n' Roll and Jive
Bushey and Oxhey Methodist Church hall, Chalk Hill, Bushey; beginners welcome, no partner needed, all ages; Thursday, July 10; 8pm. Tel: 020 8566 5226 for further details. July 4, 2002 21:00
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Dance Fun Club
disco, free-style, Rock 'n' Roll, ; for four to 16-year-olds, 3.45pm to 6.30pm and adults 7.45pm; St Peters Church hall, Bushey Mill Lane, Watford; Wednesdays. Tel: 01923 463193 for further details. July 4, 2002 21:00
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Ballroom Dancing
Intermediate lessons; Orbital Community Centre, Haines Way, Leavesden; Tuesdays; 2pm to 4pm. Tel: Alison 01923 681054. July 4, 2002 21:00
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A Midsummer Nights Dream the musical
Presented by St Peters Players and Sticks and Stones Theatre Workshops; The Cedars Gardens, Bushey Heath; Wednesday, July 10 to Sunday, July 14, and Wednesday, July 17 to Sunday, July 21; 2pm, 5pm and 7.15pm. Tel: 020 8950 5325 for further details. July
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Northwood Arts' Society
Meets for demonstrations and discussions; Northwood Methodist Church (the Oasis Room), Oaklands Gate, Northwood; Thursday, July 11, 7.30pm; visitors and new members welcome. July 4, 2002 21:00
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Leggatts Townswomen's Guild
Meets at the Scout Hut, Leggatts Way, Watford; Thursday, July 11, 2pm. July 4, 2002 21:00
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Welwyn Hatfield At War
A new exhibition about life in the area during the First and Second World Wars; Welwyn Hatfield Museum, Mill House, Mill Green, Mill Green; Tuesdays to Fridays 10am to 5pm, Saturdays, Sundays and Bank Holidays 2pm to 5pm; admission free; until July 14
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National Trust Walk in the Woods
Organised by Friends of Ashridge around Rail Copse and Aldbury Common; Wednesday, July 10, 7pm. Tel: Steve Powell 01525 384139 for bookings. July 4, 2002 21:00
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Bovingdon Women's Institute (Evening)
Meets at the Memorial Hall; Wednesday, July 10, 8pm. July 4, 2002 21:00
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Abbots Langley Art Club
Meets for painting and drawing; Manor Lodge, Gallows Hill Lane, Abbots Langley; Wednesday, July 10, 8pm to 10pm; new members welcome. Tel: 01923 662204. July 4, 2002 21:00
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Women-only kateda self defence class
Meets at Town and Country Club, Rosslyn Road, Watford; Wednesday, July 10, 7.30pm to 9.30pm. Beginners welcome. July 4, 2002 21:00
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Kings Langley (Evening) Women's Institute
Meets at the Community centre, The Nap, Kings Langley, Tuesday. July 4, 2002 21:00
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Aldenham Women's Institute
Meets at the Memorial Hall, Letchmore Heath; Tuesday, July 8, 7.30pm. July 4, 2002 21:00
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National Association of Women's Club Heath Hill Club
Meets for a varied programme of speakers, demonstations, slides etc; at Bushey Heath Primary School, The Rutts, Bushey Heath; Tuesdays, 8pm to 10pm; everyone welcome. July 4, 2002 21:00
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National Association of Women's Club Hazelmeade Club
Meets for a varied programme of speakers, demonstrations, slides etc; Yorke Meade School, Dulwich Way, Croxley Green; Tuesdays, 8pm to 10pm. Everyone welcome. July 4, 2002 21:00
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Hatch End Flower Club
Meets for a floral demonstration by Jeanette Bell; PADCA Hall, Chapel Lane, Pinner; Monday, July 8, 7.45pm; visitors welcome, admission 3.50. July 4, 2002 21:00
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Bricket Wood Art Club
Meets for an oils workshop with Simon Chalk; St Lukes Church Hall, South Riding, Bricket Wood, Monday, July 8, 8pm. July 4, 2002 21:00
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Cassiobury (Evening) Townswomen's Guild
Meets at Cassiobury Junior School, Belmontwood Avenue, Watford; Mondays, 7.30pm. July 4, 2002 21:00
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Cassiobury (Afternoon) Townswomen's Guild
Meets at St Luke's Church Hall, Langley Way, Watford; Mondays, 2.30pm; new members welcome. July 4, 2002 21:00
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Kings Bridge Club
Meets for friendly duplicate bridge for players of all levels, no partner necessary; All Saints Church, Kings Langley; Mondays 1.30pm. Tel: 01923 262802 for further details. July 4, 2002 21:00
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British Red Cross Open Garden
Callipers Hall, Chipperfield; Sunday, July 7, 2pm to 5pm; admission 3 adults, children free. July 4, 2002 21:00
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A's of Herts Mini Show
Car show, side stalls, animals; Langleybury Childrens Farm, Langleybury Lane, Hunton Bridge; Sunday, July 7, 11am. July 4, 2002 21:00
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Chiltern Steam Rally
Prestwood, near Great Missenden, Bucks; Sunday, July 7, 10am to 5pm; admission 4 adults, 2.50 OAP, 1 children. July 4, 2002 21:00
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Ford End Watermill Open Day
Pitstone and Ivinghoe Museum Society, Station Road, Ivinghoe; Sunday, July 7, 2.30pm to 5.30pm; admission 1.20 adults, 40p children. July 4, 2002 21:00
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Aldenham RNA
Meets at Royal British Legion, Bushey Mill Lane, Watford; Sunday, July 7, 11.00am. July 4, 2002 21:00
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Summer Fete
St Josephs School, Ainsdale Road, South Oxhey; Saturday, July 6, noon to 3pm. July 4, 2002 21:00
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Denham Giant Car Boot Sale
At the Denham Roundabout, Main A40; Saturday, July 6, 11am to 4pm; cars 8. Tel: 07947 121336 for further details. July 4, 2002 21:00
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The Hollybush Folk Club
Presents local duos Run of the Mill and Rich Pickings; The Old School Room, The Hollybush PH, Church End, Redbourn; Thursday, July 9, 8.15pm; admission 4. Tel: 07710 471862. July 4, 2002 21:00
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Tring Choral Society
Presents Sea Symphony; Tring Parish Church; Saturday, July 6, 7.30pm; tickets 8.50. Tel: 01442 824199. July 4, 2002 21:00
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Borehamwood
Hertsmere Acoustic Music Club presents Cool It In July, an 'open mic' night, whereby all musicians and singers are welcome to come and perform, on Saturday July 6 at 8pm at the Hertswood Centre, Potters Lane, Borehamwood. Adults and children welcome to
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TV blaze scare
EARLY morning exercisers at the Fitness First health club in St Albans had a rude shock on Wednesday, July 3, when a television hanging from the ceiling burst into flames. Overnight rain had leaked through the roof of the new club in Christopher Place
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Painting Exhibition
Presented by Novgorod artist Yuri Eryshef; Palace Theatre, Green Room, Clarendon Road, Watford; runs until Saturday, July 6. July 4, 2002 21:00
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Memories are Made of This - A Hidden World
By Tracie Law and Jane McGill; The Bull Gallery, High Street, Barnet; runs until July 30. July 4, 2002 21:00
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Finchley Carnival celebrates 100th birthday
Finchley Carnival hits its centenary year in style this weekend with its usual mix of fun and frolics at Victoria Park, Long Lane. Special events to mark the occasion include the chance to ride in a coronation coach and more music, laughter and entertainment
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Film treat for Phoenix Freddies
Now that the Phoenix Cinema is up and running again, the Phoenix Freddies are back and in full celluloid swing. You'd be mad to let your kids go without this cinematic weekend treat. This Saturday, children between the ages of six and 11 can take part
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Radlett: Theatre school
Young people who would like to improve their singing, dancing and acting skills can attend Youngstars Theatre School at Allum Hall, in Allum Lane, Elstree. Classes are held every Saturday during term time for eight to 16-year-olds. Coralyn Canfor-Dumas020
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Spin can't hide Stortford slide
Bishop's Stortford96a/o West Herts97-5 (Home Counties Prem Lge Div 2 East) ANOTHER poor batting display by Bishop's Stortford resulted in a five-wicket defeat against league leaders West Herts in the Home Counties Premier League Division 2 East at Cricket
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Zulus shine in inspired dance
Orphaned Zulu warriors performed an inspired song and dance show at the new Jubilee Hall in Belmont School, Mill Hill, on Saturday to raise money for families who have lost loved ones to Aids. The performers, all orphaned by the AIDS pandemic, put on
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Jerzy case 'highlights ongoing hospital problem'
The death of Jerzy Madrzyk raises serious questions about one-to-one care mental health patients receive in inpatient hospitals, a Barnet mental health charity claimed this week. Mr Madrzyk's partially decomposed body was found at the Welsh Harp, West
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Big stars come out to promote theatre course
A university course to spread teachings of Southgate's Chicken Shed Theatre was launched last week by Lord David Puttnam and actor Bob Hoskins. The postgraduate certificate in Inclusivity in the Performing Arts is a joint venture between Middlesex University
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The journey has to go on
IF YOU see an empty Lucketts taxi heading your way and you signal to hail it, the taxi will drive on. It has to: that is the law. If you are leaving one of the clubs in the Watford precinct at night and order a taxi from Lucketts, the chances are they
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Soccer star offers reward for medals return
A £20,000 reward has been offered for the return of medals and England caps stolen from the Radlett home of soccer star Dennis Wise, who issued an appeal exclusively through the Borehamwood & Elstree Times this week. The Leicester City midfielder
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Discovering Egypt
Exhibition based around life and death in Ancient Egypt; Museum of St Albans, Hatfield Road, St Albans; Mondays to Saturdays, 10am to 5pm, Sundays 2pm to 5pm; admission free; until October 20. July 4, 2002 21:00
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Slimming Magazine Club.
Meets in the town hall assembly rooms, St Albans; every Tuesday, 6.30pm and 7.15pm; details from Ann on 01582 733271. July 4, 2002 21:00
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Campbell cashes in chips
COREY CAMPBELL has left St Albans City FC after negotiations to keep him at Clarence Park fell through late last week. The centre back is the first high-profile victim of the new pragmatic wage structure that Steve Cook and Gary Roberts have introduced
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The History of the Palace Theatre
Watford Musuem, Lower High Street, Watford; runs from May 18 to August 3. July 4, 2002 21:00
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Afternoon Tea Dance
Dancing and social club, over 50s welcome, every Thursday; Catholic Church Hall, Beaconsfield Road, St Albans; 2pm to 4pm; details on 01727 857106. July 4, 2002 21:00
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From stable to static, but cab service still moving on
TAXI-drivers and, more particularly, the operator at their control centre, seem to talk in code. I am not just referring to the exchange of call-signs, for how anyone can determine what comes through on the airwaves and over the static and out of that
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Kindly couple crash and burned
I HEARD a charming little story the other day about man's humanity and consideration. It involved a couple in Croxley Green who were quietly spending their Sunday afternoon in front of the telly when there was the sound of a collision outside. The couple
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Ridgehill rocked
A damning report which said Ridgehill Housing Association suffered from a "culture of intimidation and fear" has been leaked to the Borehamwood & Elstree Times. Greg Campbell Management Consultancy wrote the report about the Borehamwood-based association
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Inspectors praise school
A HARPENDEN primary school has been praised in a recent Ofsted report as being an "effective school with many strengths and several outstanding features." Inspectors were particularly impressed by the attitude and behaviour of pupils at Manland Primary
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Cab firms refused us claims blind woman
A BLIND woman claims she was forced to walk along a busy dual carriageway after two St Albans taxi firms refused to take her and her guide dog in their cars. Mrs Pauline Evans, who is dependent on her guide dog Mat, and her friend Mrs Wendy Churchill,
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Lib-Dem victory this time around
IT was second time lucky for Liberal Democrat candidate Martin Frearson, who won the Verulam ward by-election by just 24 votes on Thursday, June 27. Mr Frearson was defeated in the May elections by Tory Councillor Pauline Buffham. His victory in the by-election
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Rain can't put dampener on first semi
THE first of The Watford Observer MET Linden Homes Cricket Knockout Competition takes place tonight (Thursday, July 4) at West Herts. Heavy rain on Wednesday, July 3, had put the match between Abbots Langley and Northwood in doubt, but ground staff are
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Argentine Tango
School of Dancing, 14 Nascot Road, Watford; Thursdays, 8pm, followed by practice session; no partner required, complete beginners welcome. Tel. 01923 210016 for further details. July 4, 2002 21:00
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Barnet action group to take part in Finchley Carnival
Members of the reformed Keep Barnet Alive action group are taking part in Finchley Carnival parade on Saturday. The group's aim is to rally public support for the Conference club as it faces another crisis in its bid to establish a permanent new home.
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Club shifts the blame for violence
THE licensees of West Watford Conservative Club have hit back at allegations of violence and criminal damage at their premises in Harwood Road. Mr John Harrington, 39, and his wife Karrina, 42, who have managed the club for 11 years, claim they are the
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No excuse for dog owners
THERE is no longer an excuse for Chipperfield dog owners not to clear up after their four-legged friends, following the installation of an additional dog waste bin on one of the village's footpaths and two new poop bag dispensers. The new bin was recently
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Report says council is shortchanging care homes
THE county's social service departments are not paying anything like the weekly rate for an elderly person's nursing home care recommended by an independent report just published. Research by the Joseph Roundtree Foundation suggests that a fair price
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Open Mic Session
Every Wednesday, hosted by local band organised by St Albans blues/rock trio Mojo, guest performers and floor spots are welcome and all performers get a free drink get there early to book your place; Mermaid pub, Hatfield Road, St Albans; admission free
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Song Session Group
Every Monday, traditional and contemporary songs, everyone welcome as singers or spectators; The Bull, High Street, Redbourn; 8.30pm; admission 1; more details from John on 01923 404566. July 4, 2002 21:00
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Sunday Open Mic Night
Every Sunday, house band plus guests, floorspots, players and singers welcome; The Portland Arms, Portland Street, St Albans; 8.30pm. July 4, 2002 21:00
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Nick Page Trio
Melodic jazz and bossa nova every Friday in the bar; Batchwood Golf and Tennis Club, Batchwood Drive, St Albans; 8.30pm; entry free. July 4, 2002 21:00
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Tea Dance
YMCA, Charter Place, Watford; mainly for senior citizens; every Thursday, 2pm to 4pm; admission 1.50. July 4, 2002 21:00
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History comes to life
HISTORY was brought to life at a primary school in Chorleywood this week, as staff and pupils welcomed one of the Tower of London's working Beefeater's to the school to mark the end of its own Golden Jubilee celebrations. Pupils across all year groups
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History comes to life
HISTORY was brought to life at a primary school in Chorleywood this week, as staff and pupils welcomed one of the Tower of London's working Beefeater's to the school to mark the end of its own Golden Jubilee celebrations. Pupils across all year groups
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Young performers Snapped up
YOUNG performers of Chater Infants School are busy perfecting their lines for a production which has seen them team up with professionals from Snap Theatre Company. More than 50 pupils will take to the stage at the school in Southsea Avenue, Watford,
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Student team in business challenge finals
A-LEVEL economics and business students of a secondary school in Kings Langley have obtained a place in the finals of a national business challenge. Natalie Gray, Mahmood Riaz, Kimberley Ryan and Matthew Stokes The Slammin FM team - of Kings Langley school
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Young poet sees work in print
A SIXTH form student is looking forward to seeing her work in print next week, after winning praise for her entry into a nationwide Golden Jubilee poetry competition. Josephine Mbwana, 18, of St Margaret's School, in Merry Hill Road, Bushey, is one of
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Pupils launch Living Library projec
PUPILS from Bushey Meads School were in the spotlight this week when they launched their literacy project, the Living Library, at the Barclays New Futures regional conference in London this week. The event was held in Victoria on Tuesday. The school,
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Students put finishing touches to race car
AUTOMATIVE engineering students worked day and night last week to put the finishing touches on the University of Hertfordshire's entry for the International Formula Student Race Event 2002. The racing car will be put to the test this week in a competition
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A Feast of Gilbert and Sullivan
Former stars of the D'Oyly Carte present the classics; Prince Edward Hall, Hatfield Campus, University of Hertfordshire; 7.30pm; tickets 12 from the box office on 01707 284004. July 4, 2002 21:00
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Ladysmith Black Mambazo
The ambassadors of South African World Music present an evening of cappella singing and traditional dance; Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St Albans; 8pm; tickets 18.50 and 22.50 from the box office on 01727 844488. July 4, 2002 21:00
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The Comedy of Errors
Open air production of magical Shakespeare comedy; The Gardens of the Rose, Chiswell Green, St Albans; 5.30pm garden open for picnics, 8pm show starts; tickets 10 from 01727 850461; until July 13. July 4, 2002 21:00
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Folk at the Festival Workshops
The Indian Harmonium and its Music; Norwegian Music, West Gallery Singing, Irish Set Dancing; Maltings Arts Theatre, The Maltings, St Albans; 10.30am to noon and 2pm to 3.30pm; all sessions 3; details and tickets from the box office on 01727 844222. July
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Roman Topic Talks
Death and Burial in the Roman World; Verulamium Museum, St Michael's, St Albans; 3pm; admission free. July 4, 2002 21:00
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Ola
Smooth, seductive soulman is a dynamic live performer; The Red Note Jazz Club, Maltings Arts Theatre, The Maltings, St Albans; 8.30pm; tickets 11 from the box office on 01727 844222. July 4, 2002 21:00
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St Albans Festival 2002
Films, circus, shows, music, folk, exhibitions, walks, concerts and much more; call the festival information office on 01727 844222 for details; until July 21. July 4, 2002 21:00
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Tanglefoot
An exciting, high energy, five piece folk band from Canada; Maltings Arts Theatre, The Maltings, St Albans; 8pm; admission 7; box office on 01727 844222. July 4, 2002 21:00
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Borehamwood: Police talk
Borehamwood residents have the chance to discuss policing issues with Hertfordshire Constabulary at a public meeting on Thursday, July 18. Insp David Rankin will answer questions at the meeting, chaired by Alan Mackay of Hertfordshire Police Authority
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Experts say homes are overpriced
HOUSES are 14 per cent over priced in the South East, says economists Pricewaterhouse Cooper. They are more over-valued in the region than anywhere else in the UK except for London. The South East figure is dwarfed by London's which stands at 31 per cent
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Sequence Dancing
In a friendly informal and sociable atmosphere; Kingswood Baptist Church hall, North Approach, Watford; Wednesday, July 10, 1pm to 4pm. Tel: Sue 01923 675132. July 4, 2002 21:00
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Mingles Unattached Over 30's Dance 'n' Rendezvous Club
Ramada Jarvis Hotel (A41), Watford Bypass, Watford; no denim allowed, gentlemen shirts and ties required; last entry 10.45pm; Thursday, July 10, 8.45pm. Tel: 020 8393 0914. July 4, 2002 21:00
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Ceroc
(Modern Jive/Salsa) Dance Studio, Estcourt Road, Watford; Tuesday, July 9, 8pm; free membership with copy of The Watford Observer. Tel: 020 8950 7896. July 4, 2002 21:00
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Club Tropicana
Over 30's disco Bushey Country Club, High Street, Bushey; Friday, July 5; 9pm to 2am. Tel: 01737 360547 for further details. July 4, 2002 21:00
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Dance Fun Club
Disco, free-style, Rock 'n' Roll; for four to-16-year-olds; All Saints Church hall, Horseshoe Lane, Garston; Tuesdays, 3.45pm to 6.30pm. Tel: 01923 463193 for further details. July 4, 2002 21:00
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Berry Lane Senior Citizens Friendship Club
Meets for bring and buy sale; Methodist Church Hall, Berry Lane, Rickmansworth; July 11, 2.30pm to 4pm. July 4, 2002 21:00
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St Albans (Afternoon) Townswomen's Guild
Meets at Hatfield Road Methodist Church Hall; Thursday, July 11, 2pm. July 4, 2002 21:00
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National Association of Women's Club Greensleeves Club
Meets at Little Green School, Croxley Green; Thursday, July 11, 8pm to 10pm; new members welcome. July 4, 2002 21:00
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Mixed kateda
Self defence class; meets at Christ Church, St Albans Road (opposite KFC), Watford; Thursday, July 11, 7.30pm to 9.30pm. Beginners welcome. July 4, 2002 21:00
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Bricket Wood Women's Institute
Meets at United Reform Church Hall, Wednesday, July 10, 7.30pm for speakers, entertainment and craft demonstrations. Tel: secretary Mrs Sylvia Webb 01923 677272. July 4, 2002 21:00
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WRVS Rickmansworth Toy Library
A toy lending service for children from birth to eight years old; Wednesday, July 10, 9.30am to 11.30am; Bury Lane, Rickmansworth. Tel: 01923 772096 for further details. July 4, 2002 21:00
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Oxhey Hall Ladies Club
Meets at the Methodist Church Hall, Prestwick Road, South Oxhey; Wednesday, July 10, 7.30pm. July 4, 2002 21:00
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Sarratt Women's Institute
Meets in the Village Hall; Wednesday, Jul 10, 2.15pm. July 4, 2002 21:00
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North Watford Air Rifle and Pistol Club
Welcomes safe and enthusiastic new members to shoot indoors at six yards and ten metres range; Christ Church hall, St Albans Road, north Watford; Wednesday, July 10, 7.30pm. July 4, 2002 21:00
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Watford and District Business and Professional Women's Club
Meets for talk on the work of the Woodland Trust; Cassio Lodge, The Avenue, Watford; Tuesday, July 9, 8pm; membership is open to any woman who is working or on a career break. Tel: Membership Secretary on 01923 236775 for more details. July 4, 2002 21
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Watford Heart Support Group
Meets for talk by The Samaritans; Terrace Restaurant Meeting Room, behind the car park opposite the entrance to the main building; Watford General Hospital, Vicarage Road, Watford; Monday, July 8, 7pm to 9pm. Tel: 01923 773094 for further details. July
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Bridge Club Deaf Club
The Harebreaks, north Watford; Mondays, 9.30am. Tel: 01923 720105. July 4, 2002 21:00
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National Association of Women's Club Copperbeech Club
A group which listens to varied programme of speakers; United Reformed Church Hall, Bricket Wood; Mondays, 8pm. July 4, 2002 21:00
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National Association of Women's Club Highwood Club
Meets for various speakers, demonstrations and outings; Highwood JMI School, Bushey Mill Lane, Bushey; Mondays, 7.40pm. Tel: Mrs Marks 01923 225486 for further details. July 4, 2002 21:00
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Car Boot Sale
Wembley Stadium, Wembley; Saturday, July 6, sellers 8am, public 9am; cars 12. Tel: 01923 244906. July 4, 2002 21:00
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Open Air Art Exhibition
An exhibition of work by Abbots Langley Art Club members; Abbots Langley Village; Saturday, July 6, 10am. July 4, 2002 21:00
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Chiltern Steam Rally Prestwood
Near Great Missenden, Bucks; Saturday, July 6, 10am to 5pm; admission 4 adults, 2.50 OAP, 1 children. July 4, 2002 21:00
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St Albans Chamber Choir
United Reformed Church, Homewood Road, St Albans; Saturday, July 6, 8pm; tickets 8. 01727 842822. July 4, 2002 21:00
