What's on in and around the Harlow area

August 2010 Events

Monday 26th July to Sunday 5th September
Summer Fun at Royal Gunpowder Mills, Waltham Abbey
Fun-packed summer of amazing activities and awesome experiments for the whole family.
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12th August
Funky Fursday
Speakeasy Bar, Epping
9pmto 1am
It's always a Funky Fursday at the Speakeasy Bar in Epping High Street.With resident DJs playing all the great Soul & Funk hits of the 70s, 80s, 90s with a splash of rare groove thrown in for good measure.Come along and enjoy a great nite with a relaxed atmosphere, with friendly bar staff and licensed bar until 1am

13th August
Marigolds Blues Club presents the Back Porch Band
Harlow Cricket Club, Marigolds, Chippingfield, Old Harlow, CM17 0DJ
19.00 to 23.00

www.backporch.org.uk and www.myspace.com/backporchbanduk

Mike Rushmore Vocals, Jonny Miller Guitar, 12-string Tony Guitar, Washboard Dik Guylerphone, Steve Graham Harps.

The Back Porch Band's unique variety of foot-stomping acoustic blues with a Southern States tinge has seen them build a strong following over the past few years.Their music regularly features on local radio and they are well-known in the thriving East Anglian live music scene.

The band's two recordings (live album Sounds like a train to me and their second, studio album More Beer than Gear) capture all the humour and sheer toe-tapping power of their live performances.

Back again after last years visit to Marigolds Back Porch are an event not to be missed.
Licensed bar
01279 414174/421763

14th August
Rae of Sunshine Funday
Hornes & Horseshoes, Foster Street, Harlow
12.00 to 18.00
Traditional family funday, with bouncy castles, fire engine, raffle, tombola, chuck the barrel, Hog Roast and much more.

Funday raising money for Rae of Sunshine & Little Havens Childrens Hospice, Rae is a 21/2 year old girl from Harlow with Spinal Muscular Atrophy type 2, we are raising funds for her electric wheelchair.
More info http://tanyalk@msn.com

14th August
Country Fair
Cooper's, Bishop's Stortford
12.00 to 16.00
Coopers of Stortford have taken on Isabel Hospice as their charity of the year.Why not go along to their Country Fair, held in aid of Isabel Hospice... Free entry.Hosted and compered by – Lee Ellaway from SL Event Management.Fun competitions (£1 per entry): Longest Runner Bean – Biggest Onion – Best Tasting Victoria Sponge – Best Dressed Potato (under 14's)Auction & raffle.Lussmanns refreshments – Marinated lamb wraps with a Greek Salad, Strawberries and cream and a selection of Lussmanns artisan juices plus still and sparkling water.
http://isabelhospice.org.uk

Sun 15th August
Hopleys Garden and Nursery – Open Garden
Over three acres of constantly developing garden in a parkland setting, featuring trees, shrubs, herbaceous and alpine.Island beds with mixed planting, pond and many unusual and rare plants.

To find out more, please contact Sarah or Cas at the British Red Cross on 01992 586609
Open 2pm-5pmAdults £3.00.Proceeds to British Red Cross.
Hopleys Garden and Nursery, Much Hadham, Hertfordshire SG10 6BU.

Thu 19th August
Family Fun Flitch Way Cycle Ride
Child-friendly cycle ride along the gravel surface of former railway line known as the Flitch Way The cycle track forms the Northern boundary of Hatfield Forest, running directly through countryside with lovely wooded areas, rich wildlife and views over open farmland.Ideal for a safe and enjoyable morning's cycling. 9 or 4.5 mile ride.Lunchtime BBQ.
Depart between 11am and 12 noon.
Old Station, Four Ashes, Takeley ,Essex CM22 6QA

19th August
Funky Fursday
Speakeasy Bar, Epping
9pmto 1am
It's always a Funky Fursday at the Speakeasy Bar in Epping High Street.With resident DJs playing all the great Soul & Funk hits of the 70s, 80s, 90s with a splash of rare groove thrown in for good measure.Come along and enjoy a great nite with a relaxed atmosphere, with friendly bar staff and licensed bar until 1am

Family Fun Day
Burnt Mill Snooker and Social Club Edinburgh Way Harlow CM20 2DQ
12.00 to 20.00
Family Fund Day BBQ, Bouncy Castle, Face Painting, Real Ale Festival.
Live on Stage Repertoire Dogs.Club Phone No. 01279 423174

Sat 21st August
Junior Angling Event, Theydon Bois Pond
Learn all about fishing with Forest Keeper, Philip Murfin and our Fishing Bailiffs.Fishing tackle and bait will be supplied free.
10.30am – 2pmFree of charge

Sat 21st August Card making class in Chelmsford
Card making and papercraft class in Chelmsford, they're great fun and a brilliant way to meet other local crafters.

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22nd August
Family Fun Day in aid of St Clare Hospice
Fairways Sports & Social Club, Parsloe Road, Harlow CM19 4RT
12.30 to 17.00
The Harlow Referee's Society will be having a Charity Football Match for St Clare Hospice on 22nd Autust.Kick off will be 12.30pm.TheRefs will be challenged by 3663 First for Food Service. Harlow Depot.

Over £4,500 was raised in last year's event against The Harlow Police.~There will also be a BBQ and licensed Bar, as well as face-painting, balloons, cakes etc.Everyone invited.We are looking for donations for the Raffle as well as local business to take up a stand for the day.

Mon 23rd August
Fast Track Marketing Master Class – Bishops Stortford, Herts – Steve Clark
Pearse House, Parsonage Lane, Bishops Stortford.
It's time for you to take some action, roll up your sleeves and get on with boosting your business!More...

Tuesday 24th August
James and the Giant Peach – Outdoor Theatre
Gunpowder Park, Sewardstone Road, Waltham Abbey, Essex
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26th August
Funky Fursday
Speakeasy Bar, Epping
9pmto 1am
It's always a Funky Fursday at the Speakeasy Bar in Epping High Street.With resident DJs playing all the great Soul & Funk hits of the 70s, 80s, 90s with a splash of rare groove thrown in for good measure.Come along and enjoy a great nite with a relaxed atmosphere, with friendly bar staff and licensed bar until 1am

Fri 27th August
Overnight ghost hunt/investigation
Sixth sense Pi welcomes you to a night of investigation at Kelverdon Hatch – the secret Nucleur Bunker and investigated previously by Most Hanted. Being 80 feet underground in the dark, knowing the history that has proceeded your visit... do you dare to undertake a lone vigil.Is it only the webcam watching you...11pm – 5am approx £40

Website:www.sixthsensepi.org/

28th August
Sawbridgeworth Rally
(Metal Detecting)
10.00 to 19.00
3rd Open Weekend Rally.
500+ acres of Cultivated & Pressed land.
There will be FREE Camping for Tents/Caravans/Motorhomes, on a Grass Field in a valley surrounded by trees.
Catering – Licensed Bar – Marquee – 2x Major Charity Raffles & Auction (Make-a-Wish Foundation) – Cash Bingo Evening on Saturday – Cash Football Draw on Sunday – Finds Cabinet & ID Books – Trade Stands – Toilets – Water Service – Hertfordshire FLO
Marquee will be open from 5pm for socialising.Bring your own chair.Bar open between 4.30pm/11.30pm
TICKETS ONLY AVAILABLE BY PRE-BOOKING
£20 per day
£30 per weekend
Free Detecting on Friday PM
For the 3rd year running, under 16's are Free!
Limited Tickets, so book early to avoid disappointment!
Sat Navs = CM21 0LL
Booking Form:http://www.rallyuk.org.uk/formmail/weekender3.html
Bonus – All those booking for the weekend will get a FREE Detecting Day on the Bank Holiday Monday
http://www.rallyuk.com

28th August – 4th September
Burnham Week
Enquiries:Wendy 01621 782009
www.burnhamweek.org.uk

Saturday 28th August
Summer Ball at Hendersons at Roydon Mill Estate Essex
Featuring Waiters "with a difference" plus A Night of Dirty Dancing – all the fantastic songs in the film.
3 course meal with coffee £40 Ticket only £157.30-1.00am.Tel: 01279 729777
Website:www.roydonmill-estate.co.uk

Sun 29th August
Hobbans Farm – Open Garden for NGS
Romantic, tranquil gardens. Herbaceous treasures, shrubs and old roses. Honeysuckle, roses, clematis clamber over trees, walls and arches.Crab apples underplanted with narcissi, unusual trees.Walk through meadows past willow and young birth to wild garden, wood, pond and bridge to ancient oak.Delicious Teas.
Admission £3, Children free.Open for charity

Mon 30th August
Much Hadham Fete and Dog Show
Recreation Ground, Tower Hill, Much Hadham, Herts, SG10 6DL
Fantastic fun for all the family and more than you might expect, this large event successfully combines tradition and excitement for a truly entertaining afternoon in one of Hertfordshire's prettiest villages. *Exciting specials events programme, Companion Dog Show, Fairground Rides, Traditional Stalls, Side Shows & Games, Local Produce and Crafts, Wide range of Food & Drink, Grand Raffle, Plenty of parking.
Pedestrians £1.00, entry with Programme available on the gate.
Cars £3.00 includes Programme.

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