🌟 Half Term Heroes: Your Ultimate Guide to February Fun in Harpenden! 🎨

We've got your half term sorted with these amazing activities! 🎉

1. Make a Splash at the Library! 🌊

Transform a rainy afternoon into creative magic at Harpenden Library's crafting session! On Saturday 22nd Feb (3-4pm), budding artists can create their own beautiful watery scenes. Just £2 per child – pop by the enquiry desk to secure your spot! ✨

2. Calling All Master Builders! 🏗️

Every Monday (3:45-4:45pm), the library transforms into a LEGO paradise for 5-12 year olds. Tiny architects under 8 need their grown-up supervisors along for the ride. Book ahead to avoid disappointment! 🎨

3. Rhyme Time Delights 📚

Got a wiggler aged 2-5? The library's Tuesday storytimes (2:15-2:45pm) are pure magic, with the last session falling on Feb 18th. It's free, though donations are welcome if you're feeling generous! 🎵

4. Bounce and Sing 🎶

Wednesday afternoons at Park Hall Community Centre are a riot of rhymes and wiggles! From 2:15-3pm, little ones and their older siblings can join this free 45-minute extravaganza of songs and movement. 🌈

5. Pottery Painting Adventures 🎨

Release your inner artist at Glaze Time's drop-in sessions! Choose between Inn on the Green (Wednesday 19th 10:30am-1pm) or The Old Cock Inn (Thursday 20th 10:30am-1pm). For The Cabin sessions in Southdown, drop Michelle a line at michelle@glazetime. 🖌️

6. Trail Blazers Unite! 🚶‍♂️

Grab those walking boots and explore Harpenden's hidden gems with the older kids. Perfect for burning off energy and discovering local treasures! 🍂 The Nickey Line and The Oval are ideal for shorter legs, and if you’re up for a challenge with the older kids, there’s longer trails listed here.

7. STEM-tastic Fun 🔬

Future scientists alert! STEM-buddy camps are running at Harpenden Academy (Feb 17th-18th) and Aldwickbury School (Feb 19th-20th), packed with different activities each day. 🚀

8. Fizzbug's Activity Bonanza 🎯

Grove School and the Leisure Centre are hosting Fizzbug's famous holiday club (8:30am-5:30pm) for 3-11 year olds. Choose between half days (9am-3pm) or full days of non-stop fun! 🎪

9. Football Fever ⚽

Kick off half term at Harpenden Town FC with King’s Soccer School’s camps, including dedicated girls' groups every day. At just £30 per day, your future football stars will be coached by qualified FA coaches who are also PE teachers! 🥅

10. Adventure Seekers' Paradise 🎮

Take your pick between two amazing multi-activity camps:

• Apex at Roundwood Primary: Featuring inflatables, battlezone, and team challenges (5-12 years, 9am-4pm) 🎪

• Cascade Camps at Katherine Warrington School: Over 80 activities including zorbs, swimming, and giant inflatables (3-14 years, 9am-4:30pm) 🏊‍♂️

Both camps offer extended hours for busy parents – perfect for fitting around work schedules! ⏰

Remember to book early as these fantastic activities tend to fill up fast. Here's to making this February half term one to remember! 🌟