Hello Harpenden folks! 👋

Spring is officially springing forward—just like our clocks will be doing this Sunday! ⏰ Yes, it's that time of year again when we lose an hour of sleep but gain longer, brighter evenings. ☀️

Speaking of Sunday, it's the big one—Mother's Day! 💐 If you're still in the "I've-got-plenty-of-time-to-plan" camp, consider this your friendly wake-up call. Don't panic though! Our special "Top 5 Mother's Day Treats" edition landed in your inbox on Tuesday, packed with local options to make the maternal figure in your life feel properly appreciated.

This week Harpenden is buzzing with activities—from brain-teasing pub quizzes 🧠 and toe-tapping Ed Sheeran tributes 🎵 to bingo nights where you can feel virtuous about gambling (it's for charity! 🎁). Scroll down for all the details and make the most of your newly extended daylight hours!

Stay fabulous, Harpenden! ✨

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🎊 What's On in Harpenden: Your Guide to Local Fun! 🎉

📅 This Week's Highlights

🎯 Pub Quiz Night at The Harpenden Arms - Thursday 27th March, 7pm.
Flex those brain muscles at The Harpenden Collective Pub Quiz! Time to gather your smartest friends and show off your knowledge of obscure capital cities and 90s one-hit wonders.

🎸 Ed Sheeran Music Showcase at The EMC - Thursday 27th March, 7pm.
"Shape of You" brings the phenomenal music of Ed Sheeran to life! Perfect for singing along to hits you've had stuck in your head for years. Ages 12+, £25.50. No actual Ed Sheeran included, but plenty of his tunes!

🎱 Bingo Night at Redbourn Golf Club - Saturday 29th March, £15 per person.
Eyes down for a full house! £5 of each ticket goes to charity, so you can feel good about yourself even if you don't win.

📚 Kate Mosse: Labyrinth Live at The EMC - Saturday 29th March, 7:30pm, £29.50.
The bestselling author takes you on an epic journey through history, mystery and the breathtaking landscapes of southern France. Who needs a holiday abroad when Kate can transport you to Carcassonne from the comfort of your seat?

🔄 Regular Events

☕ Bennets Coffee Morning - Mondays, 10am-12pm
Parents and toddlers welcome at Bennet's Royal British Legion. You get coffee; they get playtime. Everyone wins! A perfect opportunity to drink a hot beverage while it's actually still hot.

💃 Movement for Memory - Mondays, 10:30am-12pm
Gentle dance-based sessions for those living with memory loss at The Harpenden Trust (above the Co-Op in Southdown). Just £2 including refreshments. Who says you can't dance like nobody's watching on a Monday morning?

🏏 Free Inclusive Cricket Sessions - Mondays, 6pm-7pm
Ages 12-25, all disabilities welcome at Harpenden Leisure Centre. Contact [email protected]. Cricket: it's not just for people who understand the rules (which, let's be honest, is hardly anyone).

🎤 Inclusive Choir - Tuesdays (term time), 12:45pm-1:30pm
Sing your heart out at The Salvation Army Hall! No auditions, no judgment—just pure joy. Even if you sound like a cat with its tail caught in a door, you're welcome here!

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Scottish Country Dancing - Tuesdays, 8pm-10pm
Every Tuesday at Lourdes Hall, Southdown. No partner or kilt required—just soft shoes and enthusiasm! Burns Night might be over, but the dancing never stops.

💻 Computer Friendly Drop-in - Thursdays, 10am-12:30pm
Tech troubles? Make an appointment at [email protected] or call 01727 617359, or just drop in at The Harpenden Trust Community Hall. Because sometimes turning it off and on again just doesn't cut it.

🌟 Special Exhibitions & Community Initiatives

🏙️ Growth of Harpenden Exhibition at The EMC - Until end of March
From Village to Town 1860-1914. Open Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, 11am-3pm. Find out how we went from muddy lanes to... slightly less muddy lanes with coffee shops.

♻️ Litter Angels Volunteer Opportunity
Help keep Harpenden tidy at a time that suits you! Get your Litter Angels pack with picker, high-vis jacket, gloves, and black sacks by emailing [email protected]. Be the hero Harpenden deserves (and needs right now).

⚽ LOCAL FOOTBALL: Harpenden Town vs. Shefford Town & Campton ⚽

📅 Saturday, 29th March
🕒 Kick-off: 3pm
📍 Venue: Rothamsted Park

Local football fans, mark your calendars! 📌 This Saturday brings an exciting clash as Harpenden Town welcomes Shefford Town & Campton to Rothamsted Park for what promises to be a cracking afternoon of football!

See you there, football fans! ⚽🙌

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! ✨