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What’s On

Akeman Street For Infomation Tel: 020 7942 6171
Tring
Explore exhibitions and events at
Hertfordshire www.nhm.ac.uk/tring.
HP23 6AP

EASTER TRAIL Find out more about incredible wildlife of Mauritius
1st - 17th April. All day. £1 and help recreate an island scene in this craft event.
Hunt for 12 hidden eggs in the galleries and win Suitable for ages 5+. Drop-in workshop.
a chocolate surprise. Discover egg-laying animals
around the Museum and answer questions about TODDLER TIME AT TRING
them. No need to book. Trem-Time Weekdays
24th April - 26th May, 14.30 - 16.00, Free.
EXPLORE EGGS Borrow something special and help your toddler
4th - 7th April explore and play around the Museum.
10.30-11.00, 11.15-11.45, 14.30-15.00 £2 Five activities rotate each day. Pick up your resourc-
Children can investigate the world of eggs by han- es at admissions and enjoy them in the galleries.
dling specimens in the Museum’s collection. Suitable for children aged 3-5. No need to book.

FAMILY FUN: EGGSPLORERS WELLY WEDNESDAY AT TRING
5th April, 11.00 - 15.00, £4 per child 26th April, 10th & 24th May, 10.30 - 11.15,
Special outdoor activity at College Lake. £3 per child.
College Lake and the Natural History Museum at Outdoor activity, meet at The Quad. No need to
Tring are teaming up to find out about eggs, as well book.
as the new life in the reserve in spring. Enjoy crafts, Help children explore nature in an outdoor play
displays and trails on the beautiful College Lake site. session. Create nature-themed outdoor crafts and
This event includes activities suitable for the whole listen to peaceful stories in this messy play session
family. Booking essential at www.bbowt.org.uk. for children under 5.

TRING PARK EGG HUNT DESIGN A DODO BOOKMARK
10th April, 10.30-12.00 & 14.30-16.00, £2 30th May
Special event at Tring Park. Search the hills, trees 10.15-10.45, 10.45-11.15, 11.15-11.45
and grasses of Tring Park for hidden clues that reveal & 14.30-15.00, 15.00-15.30. £2 per child.
facts about egg-laying British animals. If you find all Create your own dodo to take home. It will be as
the clues you’ll receive a chocolate treat. thin as a feather to slide between your book pages.
Meet in the Quad and walk to the park together. Suitable for children aged 5+. No need to book.
Suitable for children aged 7+.
Booking essential, call: 020 7942 6163 EXPLORE: MYSTERY SPECIMENS
31st May & 1st June
DODO ISLAND ART 10.15-10.45, 10.45-11.15, 11.15-11.45
11th - 13th April, 10.30-11.00, 11.15-11.45, & 14.30-15.00, 15.00-15.30, £2 per child.
& 14.30-15.00, £2 per child. Is it a bird? Is it a mammal? Is it a bone or fossil? Be-
Discover the animals of Mauritius, where dodos come a curator to examine our handling specimens.
once lived. The Mauritius kestrel, dodo and giant Take on the role of a scientist and investigate which
tortoise are just some of the animals from the island animals these specimens belong to. No need to
that are endangered or extinct. book. Suitable for children aged 5+.

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April - May 2017

THE BEACON COMMUNITY CHOIR Saturday 20th May
Conducted by Judith Sheridan 7.30pm
Will be performing Stainer’s Crucifixion
On Good Friday, April 14th, at 7 pm, An Evening With Jonathan Veira
In St. Mary’s Church, Ivinghoe Saturday 20th May 2017, 7.30pm
Tickets £8 from [email protected] St Mary’s Church Eaton Bray

“Swing Into Spring” Churches Together would like to invite
you to an evening with International
Tuesday 9th May, 7.30pm Singer/Comedian/Raconteur Jonathan
Library Theatre, Leighton Buzzard - Box Office 0300 300 8125 Veira at St Mary’s Church Eaton Bray on
Saturday 20th May 2017 at 7.30pm
The Five Star Swing Big Band show, as featured at London’s
Leicester Square Theatre, will be Swinging along The evening will include light refresh-
with songs from Glenn Miller, Sinatra, Basie, Ella ments and a retiring collection for
Fitzgerald, Jazz & Blues. Christian Aid
“Superb - they swing like crazy!” says
Sheila Tracy, BBC. As seen on BBC Contact Chriss Hewitt on
TV’s "Children in Need", Dame Vera 01525 222288 or 07983153214 for
Lynn’s Charity Ball & Blackpool Tower tickets, priced at £10.00 each.
Ballroom. “Swing and Song of the high-
est order” – Telegraph. Featuring, from Catch a glimpse of JV online at
Eggington, Simone from the Ivy Benson www.jonathanveira.com
Orchestra, and Chris Smith (Jnr) com-
poser and arranger for the BBC Radio
Big Band, Herb Miller Big Band (Glenn’s
brother), plus Tony Bennett’s trombonist!
www.leightonbuzzardlibrarytheatre.co.uk

CARITAS HARMONY
MUSICAL SPECTACULAR

The Grove Theatre Dunstable
11th June - 6PM

Award-winning Ladies’ Choir Caritas Harmony make a highly anticipated return to The Grove Theatre in
a concert to benefit The Mayor of Dunstable’s charities. Led by the experienced and exacting standards
of Musical Director Margaret Blenkin and the highly talented accompaniment of pianist Martin Hart,
the Ladies promise to transport you delightfully through their journey of song. The Choir is especially
well-known for its skilled close harmony, clear diction and varied repertoire delivered beautifully with
feeling. With a guest compere and supporting artist, the programme promises to include something for
everyone’s taste and will offer a thoroughly entertaining evening.

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Out & About

CHILTERN GATEWAY ANTIQUES FAIR
Monday 1st May
Dunstable Road, LU6 2GY 10am - 4pm

Butterfly Trail The Rotary Club of Dunstable
5th - 12th April 11am - 3pm £1.50 shares an international motto
of “Service above Self”. The
Butterfly walk through the Downs can you see any butterflies? Club members raise money
Beginning and ending with elevated views from Dunstable during the year to put into their
Downs, follow the flight of the Brimstone butterfly as it fly’s Benevolent Fund and once a
across the rolling hills and discover the estates beautiful wildlife. year this money is distributed to
All children welcome, recommended for children age 4+. charities local to Dunstable and
Dogs on leads are welcome. the surrounding villages.

Centre Craft activity - To this end an Antiques Fair is
Giant Daffodils and Butterflies held three times a year at the
7th, 10th & 23rd April 10am - 11am £4 per child Dunstable Leisure Centre where
the majority of the income goes
Discover the wonderers of Dunstable Downs and create your to the Benevolent Fund. The
very own Giant Daffodil and Butterfly to take home.Be inspired next Fair is on Bank Holiday
by the beautiful landscape of the Whipsnade Estate. Create your Monday 1st May 2017 and is
very own Giant Daffodil and Butterfly. open to the public between
A craft workshop designed for children. All children must be 10am and 4pm. Admission is a
supervised, however the Visitor Services team will be around to modest £2 per person.
assist and supply the material.
All children welcome. Adult supervision is required. Unfortu-
nately dogs are not welcome at this event.

Signs of Spring Cadbury Egg Hunt How can you help?
14th - 17th April 11am - 3pm £2.50
By having a stall at the event.
Discover the signs of spring at Dunstable Downs. Hop like a Please contact Alan Tarsey on
bunny through the trees of Chute Wood to find the clues below 01582 872673
the nest boxes then collect your Cadburys chocolate treat. By attending the event
Discover the signs of spring at Dunstable Downs on this special By becoming a member of The
new trail through the trees. The egg hunt will take you on a Rotary Club and helping worth-
journey through Chute Wood to find nest boxes and learn while causes in the community.
about the important nature conservation work the National
Trust carries out here. At the end of the trail you’re sure to More information can be
receive a tasty reward. obtained from Roger Sharp on
No booking for this event is required however subject to 01582 606405
availability. Children of all ages welcome must be supervised.
Assistance dogs are welcome.

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PRIORY HOUSE April - May 2017

33 High Street South, Dunstable, LU6 3RZ APPLEDOWN
Tel: 01582 891420 FUN DOG SHOW

EASTER AFTERNOON TEA Sunday 14th May
15th April to 22nd April Come along to Appledown for a great
From £18.50 per person under family day out!
12's £9.00
Booking 12 classes plus Best in Show
To book or check availability for Tea tent, Barbecue & Stalls!
Easter Afternoon Tea please call Show opens at 11 a.m.
Priory House on 01582 891420. Classes commence 12 noon.
A 20% non refundable deposit is Judge: Lynne Davies.
required at time of booking. Entries on the day.
Appledown Rescue & Rehoming Kennels,
ELEVENSES Harling Road, Eaton Bray, LU6 1QY.
Enjoy a mid morning treat for two. Between Tel: 01525 220383
10.00 am and 12 noon
Enjoy Elevenses for only £11.00 for two people. ATTEAPRTIIOMRYEHTOAULSEES
Elevenses includes:
A Smoked Salmon and Cream Cheese Bagel, Talks of local and national interest
Savoury Muffins, Crumpets with homemade Join us on alternate Thursday after-
strawberry jam, marmite or lemon curd and a noons between 2.30 pm and 4.00 pm
slice of cake. All of this topped off with a refill- for talks of local and national interest
able pot of Tea or Coffee. with a cup of tea or coffee and a
No booking necessary homemade cake. Tickets are £4.75
For more information please contact Priory each and we strongly recommend
House on 01582 891420 purchasing your tickets in advance
Email [email protected] as they often sell out before the day.
Tickets can be purchased over the
LUTON HOO OPEN DAY phone using a debit/credit card. For
more information or to book tick-
22nd April, 11am-3pm ets please contact Priory House on
01582 891420
Spring Open
Day & Plant 6th April
Heritage Fair The ins & outs of Dunstable Inns -
At Luton Hoo Joan Curran
Estate Walled
Garden 20th April
An unassuming County. The making of
£3 entry, free for children under 5 years old Bedfordshire countryside. - Brian Kerr
Free Children's Activities. Tours of the Garden £2
Refreshments available plus plants to buy! 4th May
Tel: 01582 721443 When This You See Remember Me.
Devon Motto Ware Pottery -
A1081 Luton to Harpenden take Newmill End turning Virginia Brisco
LU1 4LF (No access via the Hotel)
18th May
Henry VIII and his version of Brexit -
Paul Healy

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Out & About

CELEBRATE ST GEORGE’S DAY

Come and join us celebrating St. George’s Day on Saturday 22
April between 11.00 am and 4.00 pm for a family fun-filled day.

This year there’s lots to see and do, why not become a Knight or a Princess by
making your own crown or sword then look out for Dexter the Dragon on his
walkabouts. If you fancy a challenge then there is the dragon trail to conquer.
’..to save a maid St George a Dragon slew, a pretty tale if all that’s told be true…’

Do you know the story of George and the Dragon? Catch the live perfor-
mance of Garlic Theatre’s fantastic award winning ‘George and the Dragon’
puppet show. If you fancy music you will be delighted by the wide range of
traditional repertoire from our very own Dunstable Town Band.
Last but not least, watch out for the birds of prey flying demonstrations.
Would you be brave enough to handle them?
Keep updated at www.dunstable.gov.uk

Look Out For The Following Activities And Entertainment:

Arts & Crafts Meet Dexter the Dragon
George and the Dragon Dragon Town Trail
“Have a Go” Archery Static Birds of Prey Display and
Bungee Run Flying Demonstration
Dunstable Town Band Face Painting

Around The World

Dunstable Town Council need your help This is a fantastic 2S0atthuMrdaayy
to make this event even better! They opportunity for you
are looking for local communities, clubs to showcase your
and societies to participate in the event
on Saturday 20th May in Priory Gardens, group, club, business
Dunstable.
or your hobby. The event
The event is designed to educate the general public
on the wide varieties of different cultures that the is a free family fun event
world has to offer, whilst having fun learning about
what you would expect to see in each different for everyone to get involved with and we would
country. There will be different activities from the
different continents and will include dance, music, appreciate your support. We are anticipating
crafts, entertainment and much more.
around 1,500 people throughout the day.

If you are interested in being involved, please
contact Lisa Vincent at [email protected].
uk for a booking form or call on 01582 891406
for more information.

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