Well, hello there, Harpenden!

Mother Nature seems to be playing her favorite game of "Weather Roulette" this week - sunshine one minute, rain the next, with temperatures just warm enough to trick you into leaving your jacket at home before the heavens open! It's like she's taken inspiration from our teenagers' mood swings.

Speaking of modern inconveniences masquerading as progress, our new parking meters have finally awakened 🚗 Yes, folks, the future is here, and it requires yet another app on your phone. Gone are the simple days of fumbling for change; now you can fumble for your phone, create an account, verify your email, reset your password because you've already forgotten it, and finally pay for parking after those free 30mins - all while your ice cream melts and your children perfect their eye-rolling technique!

So as you navigate our brave new parking world and dodge the intermittent showers, remember that in Harpenden, we don't just weather the storms - we laugh about them over coffee at Brad & Dills!

Now, let's see what other excitement our little town has in store for us this week...

📢Have Your Say: Shaping Harpenden's Future📢

Conservative Group Leader to Host Public Meeting
Thursday, February 20th, 7pm at Park Hall

Residents of Harpenden are invited to an important community meeting hosted by the new Conservative Group Leader for St Albans District. This public forum offers a valuable opportunity for citizens to share their priorities and concerns regarding our community's development.

Whether you're concerned about potholes that could swallow a small car, or simply have brilliant ideas about how to make Harpenden even more splendid – this is your chance to be heard!

Come along regardless of your political leanings. After all, we all share this lovely corner of Hertfordshire, and community planning works best when everyone chips in their tuppence worth.

🎭 LOCAL HAPPENINGS THIS WEEK! 🎵

Thursday, Feb 20th

The Arts Society presents: "Making an Old Master" 🎨 Ever wondered how Rembrandt got his start? Join lecturer Chantal Brotherton-Ratcliffe for a fascinating peek into apprenticeship and studio life for would-be artists! Who knows, maybe YOU'RE the next old master in the making! 🖌️ Starts promptly at 10:30am

Friday, Feb 21st

Fairport Convention 🎸 Folk-rock legends alert! These musical veterans will mix old favorites with new surprises faster than you can say "fiddle-dee-dee!" A perfect night out for music lovers with discriminating ears! 7:30pm, £35, ages 12+

SPORTS ALERT! ⚽

Six Nations Rugby 🏉 Catch all the scrum-ptious action at The George, The Wheatsheaf, and The Harpenden Arms. Guaranteed cheering, groaning, and passionate armchair coaching included at no extra charge!

Saturday, Feb 22nd

The Plough and Harrow presents: Joyrider 🤘 Pop/rock cover band bringing the house down from 9pm. Warning: spontaneous dancing may occur!

Celine - My Heart Will Go On 🎤 The ultimate tribute to the chest-thumping, high-note-hitting queen of power ballads! Near... far... wherever you are... you should probably be at this show! 7:30pm, £30.50, ages 5+

Sunday, Feb 23rd

Farmers Market 🥕🧀🍯 Feast your eyes (and stomachs) on around 70 stalls of delicious local produce! From 10am to 2pm - perfect for recovering from Saturday night with some fresh air and fresher food! We can highly recommend Fat Man Chilli’s offerings if you’re after some heat this weekend 🌶️

Tuesday, Feb 25th

We Are Harpenden Networking Social 👔🥂 Swap business cards and witty banter at The George from 7pm-9pm. Tickets available at: harpenden.thewearecommunity.co.uk/networking Warning: May result in actual friendships as well as business connections!

Wednesday - WEEKLY

Harpenden Trust Well Bean Community Café ☕️ Drop in for coffee, conversation, and community feels, 11:30am-1:30pm above the Co-Op on Southdown Road. Because adulting is hard, but coffee helps!

Wednesday, Feb 26th

Old Cock Inn Monthly Pub Quiz 🧠🍺 Exercise your brain cells while destroying them! 8pm start. Winning team gets bragging rights (and probably prizes too).

Thursday - WEEKLY

Little Fishes Toddler Group 👶 Give your little ones some playtime while you enjoy actual adult conversation! Every Thursday 9:30am-11am (term time only) at Crabtree Church. Plenty of parking for your minivan/SUV/sensible family car!

🏘️ 🌳 From Village to Town: Harpenden's Story! ✨

Special Exhibition at Harpenden Museum - EMC
Running until the end of March

Ever wondered how our beloved Harpenden transformed from a quaint little village where everyone knew your business to the bustling metropolis (well, by Hertfordshire standards) we know today? The Harpenden Museum has got you covered!

Whether you're a history buff, a curious local, or simply need somewhere warm to hide out for a few hours, this exhibition is the perfect excuse to escape your daily routine. Plus, you'll walk away with enough local history knowledge to impress everyone at your next dinner party!

Open Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays from 11am to 3pm - perfect timing to combine with lunch at one of our fine establishments. Because nothing works up an appetite quite like watching your hometown's glow-up!

⚽ LOCAL FOOTBALL SPOTLIGHT! ⚽

Harpenden Town FC v Winslow United 🏆 Rothamsted Park, 3pm Kick-Off

Get ready for some proper grassroots football action, folks! 🙌 Our very own Harpenden Town takes on Winslow United this Saturday at the beautiful Rothamsted Park.

Remember: Local football needs YOUR support! And there's nothing quite like the camaraderie of standing on the touchline, debating tactics, and celebrating those magical moments when the ball hits the back of the net! ⚽🥅

Don't miss out on the beautiful game happening right on your doorstep! 👟

Got a local event or special day you'd like us to feature? We'd love to hear from you! Just drop us a line at [email protected] and we'll shine our spotlight on your community happenings! ✨