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Good morning and HapPy Friday 13th 👻 

Some people say Friday the 13th is “unlucky,” but honestly… I did a bit of digging and found, well, nothing! In fact, it’s been quite a historic date: Prince Charles made his first speech in the House of Lords on this day back in 1974—the first royal to do so in 90 years. And in 1951, Queen Elizabeth II (back when she was Princess Elizabeth) laid the foundation stone for what would become the Royal National Theatre. Who knew?

But enough history—let’s talk about your Friday! Whether you’re heading to Hertford Castle for the Pride event, checking out the circus fun at Hatfield, or giving your wardrobe a refresh at the clothes swap in Welwyn Garden City, you’re sure to find some good luck (and good vibes) around Hertfordshire.

Let’s dive in!

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Events in Hertfordshire

🌱 The Great Big Green Week – Dacorum

🗓️ Saturday 7 June – Sunday 15 June
📍 Across Dacorum (Berkhamsted & Tring Town Councils and more)
A week of climate and nature activities: film screenings, eco fairs, litter picks, swaps, and more. Event details | Sign up to network

🚲 Bike Week Prize Giveaway - The Bike Project

🗓️ 9–15 June 2025 (and five weeks of prizes!)
Win a voucher for bike service, repairs, or a new bike from DENS Bike Project. 1 x £100, 5 x £50, 15 x £25 prizes to be won! Enter here

🎪 Circus Fun Day in Hatfield Town Centre

📆 Saturday 14 June | 🕙 10:30am – 2:30pm
📍 Hatfield Town Centre
Try plate spinning, diablos, juggling, unicycling, and stilt walking with expert trainers, plus face painting! Arts & Crafts (12:00–1:30pm, ages 4–11) at Hatfield Library—spaces limited.

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♻️👗 Watford Clothes Swap with Veolia UK

🗓️ Saturday 14 June | ⏰ 10am – 12pm
📍 Watford Palace Theatre, 20 Clarendon Road, Watford WD17 1JZ
🎟️ FREE – Get your ticket
Love clothes, hate waste? Refresh your wardrobe the eco-friendly way! Up to 10 items per person.

👚👕 Clothes Swap Welwyn Hatfield

🗓️ Saturday 14 June | 🕚 11am – 3pm
📍 Howard Centre, Welwyn Garden City
Swap your unwanted clothes for something new! A fun, sustainable way to refresh your wardrobe. Find out more

🗣️ Conversation Corner at Hertford Family Pride Day

🗓️ Saturday 14th June | From 12pm
📍 Hertford Castle
A safe space for the LGBTQIA+ community, families, and allies. Information workshops, wellbeing sessions, and confidential support from local organisations. Be Kind. Be Yourself. All Are Welcome. Find out more.

🏰 Within These Walls – Outdoor Evening Guided Tours of Hertford Castle

📆 Wednesday 18th June | ⏰ 6:30pm – 7:30pm
📍 Hertford Castle
🎟️ £5 per person (proceeds to Mayor of Hertford Charity Appeal Fund). Book here
Join Friends of Hertford Castle for a one-hour tour and discover its fascinating history.

🌹 Alban Day Pilgrimage & Festival

📅 Saturday 21 June 2025 | 🕚 11am – 5pm
📍 St Albans City Centre
A spectacular day celebrating St Albans’ rich history and Alban, Britain’s first saint. Free activities for all ages. More info

🌈 Watford Pride Picnic 2025

📅 Saturday 21 June, from 12pm
📍 Watford Heath, Off Pinner Road, Watford WD19 4EU
🎟️ FREE – Book here
A free, joyful celebration of pride and community! With live acts, fun activities, food & drink, and picnic blankets for a donation. All are welcome!

🎶 Windrush Weekender by Windrush Legacies

📅 Saturday 21 June | ⏰ 12pm – 8pm
📍 Waltham Cross High Street, EN8 7BZ
📅 Sunday 22 June | ⏰ 11am – 7:30pm
📍 Hoddesdon High Street, EN11
Celebrate Windrush Weekender in both Hoddesdon and Waltham Cross! Enjoy music, community, and culture all weekend.

🏰 Within These Walls – Outdoor Evening Guided Tours of Hertford Castle

📆 Wednesday 9th July | ⏰ 6:30pm – 7:30pm
📍 Hertford Castle
🎟️ £5 per person (proceeds to Mayor of Hertford Charity Appeal Fund). Book here
Join Friends of Hertford Castle for a one-hour tour and discover its fascinating history.

🗣️ Communities 1st Volunteer Conference

🗓️ Thursday, 26 June 2025 | 🕤 9:30am – 2:00pm
📍 The Vineyard, Unit 7 Brick Knoll Park, Ashley Rd, St Albans AL1 5UG
A motivational day for volunteers, groups & charities with workshops, networking, keynote by Tim Kidd OBE, and complimentary lunch. See agenda & book

🇬🇧 Armed Forces Day Celebration

🗓️ Saturday 28 June | 🕚 11am – 3:30pm
📍 Market Square, Hemel Hempstead
Show your support for the Armed Forces community! Enjoy military vehicles, mini tank performance, WWII-themed films, stilt walkers, balloon modelling, face painting, and food stalls. More info

🎉 Watford Fringe Festival Presents: Cultural Party

🗓️ Saturday 28 June 2025 | ⏰ 3:00pm – 10:00pm
📍 The Parade (by the pond), Watford Town Centre
🎟️ FREE
Watford Town Centre transforms into a vibrant celebration of community and culture! Live music, dance, grand stage entertainment, and a taste of Watford Fringe Festival (1–31 July). Find out more

🍃 Men’s Retreat – Self-Discovery & Growth

🗓️ Sunday, 29th June | ⏰ 9am – 5pm
📍 Priory Hall, Ware Priory
🎟️ FREE – Book here
Join Mind Body Soul Movement for a transformative full-day retreat focused on self-discovery, personal growth, and inner transformation. Enjoy fitness bootcamps, open talks, plant medicine sessions, and guided meditation. Spaces are limited!

🏰 Within These Walls – Outdoor Evening Guided Tours of Hertford Castle

📆 Wednesday 13th August | ⏰ 6:30pm – 7:30pm
📍 Hertford Castle
🎟️ £5 per person (proceeds to Mayor of Hertford Charity Appeal Fund). Book here
Join Friends of Hertford Castle for a one-hour tour and discover its fascinating history.

High Street Walks with Hugh Madgin

🗓️ Dates: Wednesday 18 & 25 June 2025
⏰ Time: 7:00pm
📍 Meet: Bus stop outside Old White Lion/Mulberry Tree, Stevenage

Join local historian Hugh Madgin for two evening walks:
• 18 June – The evolution of Stevenage High Street
• 25 June – Drinking in the High Street

Booking essential: £7.50 (£6 concessions).

Armed Forces Day – Stevenage

🗓️ Saturday 21 June 2025
⏰ 10:00am – 4:00pm
📍 Stevenage Town Centre

Highlights:

• Battle of Britain flypast (1:25pm, weather permitting)

• 1917 SE5a Biplane display

• Harpenden Marching Band

• Live music, face painting, and family activities

• Veterans’ stories for the Stevenage Veterans Memories Book

• Street food and local dining

Free entry—join us for a packed day celebrating our Armed Forces!

ON SCREEN THIS WEEKEND

🎬 Civil War
🗓️ Friday 13 June 2025 | ⏰ Time TBC
📍 BEAM Hertford
A dystopian thriller following embedded journalists racing to D.C. while rebel factions close in

🎬 Tropicana Nights – 80’s Party
🗓️ Saturday 14 June 2025 | ⏰ Time TBC
📍 BEAM Hertford
An immersive ‘80s disco event—pull on your legwarmers and get ready to groove!

🎬 How to Train Your Dragon (Live‑Action)
📅 Dates & Times:

• Friday 13 June 2025 | ⏰ 14:30, 17:30, 20:00

• Saturday 14 June 2025 | ⏰ 11:00, 14:00, 17:00, 20:00

• Sunday 15 June 2025 | ⏰ 11:00, 14:00, 17:00, 20:00
  📍 Venue: BEAM Hertford
  🎟️ Rating: PG | ⏱️ 125 minutes
  Details:
  Experience the live-action reimagining of the beloved Viking adventure. On the rugged isle of Berk, Hiccup befriends Toothless the dragon. Together, they face an ancient threat that endangers both species—melding action, heart, and heroism. Directed by Dean DeBlois.

SKILLS WORKSHOP

Step 2 Skills Family Learning Workshop

📚 Family Learning Workshop! 📚

Bring your child (ages 3–8) for a fun, hands-on 2-hour workshop exploring popular stories! Enjoy creative activities, make story sacks and puppets, and get tips to boost your child’s English, Maths, and Science skills through storytelling.

🗓️ Tues 22 July, 10am–12pm | St Albans Library
🗓️ Thurs 24 July, 10am–12pm | Bedwell Community Centre, Stevenage

Sign up: https://events.hertfordshire.gov.uk/step2skills

FOOD GEM

Mysa Brasserie and Bar Hoddesdon

Mysa Brasserie and Bar: Hoddesdon’s Mediterranean Gem

If you’re searching for a dining spot that’s equal parts stylish, spacious, and delicious, look no further than Mysa Brasserie and Bar in Hoddesdon. Although it’s one of the newest restaurants in town, Mysa has quickly become a household name across Broxbourne borough—and for good reason.

Step Inside:
The moment you walk in, you’re greeted by a spacious dining area that flows into a bright conservatory, giving you that coveted outdoor feeling no matter the weather. It’s the kind of setting that just feels right—whether you’re on a romantic date, catching up with friends over cocktails, or celebrating a special occasion.

The Food:
Mysa’s menu is a Mediterranean escape, with Turkish-inspired dishes that feel both classic and modern. Each plate—whether it’s the melt-in-your-mouth grilled meats, the sparkling fresh seafood, or the colourful vegetable creations—arrives with a flourish of flavour and flair. The chefs here clearly cook with passion and attention to detail, making every meal a journey for your taste buds. And if you’re a brunch lover, you’ll want to check out their daily offerings.

Atmosphere & Service:
It’s not just about the food—Mysa’s atmosphere is both warm and stylish, perfect for relaxing and lingering over a meal. Whether you’re there on a buzzing weekend or a chill weekday evening, you’ll find it just right for a date night or a relaxed get-together. The drinks list is equally impressive, with cocktails and wines expertly matched to your meal.

Our Verdict:
We’re seriously endorsing Mysa Brasserie and Bar. It’s already earned its place in the heart of Broxbourne’s food scene. If you haven’t been yet, please do yourself a favour and give it a go—you might just find your new favourite spot! And if your experience is different, we’d love to hear about it.

Mysa is more than just a meal—it’s a Mediterranean adventure right on your doorstep.

FRIDAY WEATHER ☀️ ☀️ 

WELWYN GARDEN CITY

25°C 🌡️ 11°C | ☀️ Sunny and a gentle breeze | ☀️ Sunrise 04:42 Sunset 21:20

STEVENAGE

25°C 🌡️ 11°C | ☀️ Sunny and a gentle breeze | ☀️ Sunrise 04:42 Sunset 21:20

HERTFORD

25°C 🌡️ 11°C | ☀️ Sunny and a gentle breeze | ☀️ Sunrise 04:42 Sunset 21:20

LETCHWORTH GARDEN CITY

25°C 🌡️ 11°C | ☀️ Sunny and a gentle breeze | ☀️ Sunrise 04:42 Sunset 21:20

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