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Things to do across Broxbourne Borough this weekend including: Broxbourne’s Big Green Fest
Emeka Ogbonnaya
June 06, 2025
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Happy Friday, Broxbourne! ☀️
Welcome to the very first events-only edition of the Broxtown newsletter. The weekend is calling, so let’s jump right in—no time to waste!
This weekend, there’s something for everyone. Don’t let a little rain keep you indoors! Celebrate 100 years of Hertfordshire Libraries at your nearest library, then head to Cedars Park on Sunday for the Big Green Festival. The Spotlight has a fantastic lineup, and if birdwatching is your thing, you’ll find that too. Whatever your interests, you’ll find a reason to get out and enjoy the community.
Let’s go!
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🌟 Community & Family Events
100 Years of Hertfordshire Libraries – Celebration at Waltham Cross Library
🗓️ Date: Saturday 7th June
⏰ Time: 10:30am – 12:30pm
📍 Location: Waltham Cross Library
💷 Cost: Free
Waltham Cross Library is celebrating a century of Hertfordshire Libraries with a special event for all ages. Visitors can enjoy a party-themed Storytime session, take part in sustainable craft activities (including making party hats and bunting from recycled children’s books), join a scavenger hunt featuring iconic children’s book characters, and enter a LEGO competition. There will be party bags for children, self-care bags for adults, and food and refreshments available while stocks last.
Everyone is welcome to join in marking this remarkable milestone!
Centenary Saturday Stories – 100 Years of Hertfordshire Libraries
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🗓️ Date: Saturday 7th June 2025
⏰ Time: 11:00am – 12:00 noon
📍 Location: [Check with your local Hertfordshire Library]
💷 Cost: Free
Celebrate 100 years of Hertfordshire Libraries with a special Centenary Saturday Stories session! Enjoy classic fairytales, nursery rhymes, and a themed craft activity. Perfect for young children and families—come join the fun!
Broxbourne’s Big Green Fest 2025
🗓️ Date: Sunday 8 June
⏰ Time: 10:00am – 5:00pm
📍 Location: Cedars Park, Broxbourne
💷 Cost: Free
Celebrate sustainability at Broxbourne’s Big Green Fest! Enjoy live music, eco talks, upcycling activities, free bike checks, and much more. For info or to book workshops, email: [email protected]
Mysteries of the Estuary – Lea Valley u3a Main Monthly Meeting
🗓️ Date: Monday 9 June 2025
⏰ Time: 1:00pm – 3:00pm
📍 Location: In-person event (see website for venue)
💷 Tickets: £2.00
Discover the wonders of the estuary and make the most of life in retirement at the Lea Valley u3a Main Monthly Meeting! Whether you’re new to u3a or a regular member, come along for an engaging afternoon of learning and socialising.
For more details on all events and outings, check the current newsletter at www.lvu3a.org.uk.
Organised by Lea Valley u3a.
Free Dr Bike Maintenance Sessions
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Keep your bike in top shape with free Dr Bike checks:
📍 Cedars Park: 🗓️ Sunday 8 June, ⏰ 10am–2pm
📍 Wormley Community Centre: 🗓️ Thursday 12 June, ⏰ 2pm–6pm
📍 Grundy Park: 🗓️ Saturday 14 June, ⏰ 9am–2pm
📍 John Warner Sports Centre: 🗓️ Sunday 15 June, ⏰ 9am–2pm
No booking needed—just turn up!
🎭 Theatre & Stage Shows (Spotlight Venue)
Rock of Ages
🗓️ Date: 4th–7th June 2025
📍 Location: The Spotlight, Hoddesdon
A high-energy jukebox musical set in 1980s Hollywood.
Book Tickets
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Ntertainers presents 5 Widows and a Wedding
🗓️ Date: 14th June 2025
📍 Location: The Spotlight, Hoddesdon
A theatrical performance by Ntertainers.
Book Tickets
Iconic Goes To Wonderland… Again!
🗓️ Date: 28th June 2025
📍 Location: The Spotlight, Hoddesdon
A theatrical journey back to Wonderland.
Book Tickets
🎶 Live Music & Tribute Acts (Spotlight Venue)
The Legend of Barry White – Let the Music Play
🗓️ Date: 8th June 2025
📍 Location: The Spotlight, Hoddesdon
A tribute to the legendary Barry White.
Book Tickets
It’s A Beautiful Noise with Fisher Stevens
🗓️ Date: 13th June 2025
📍 Location: The Spotlight, Hoddesdon
The ultimate Neil Diamond tribute show with Fisher Stevens and a live band.
Book Tickets
Jive Aces
🗓️ Date: 15th June 2025
📍 Location: The Spotlight, Hoddesdon
The UK’s No.1 jive and swing band.
Book Tickets
Totally Tina
🗓️ Date: 20th June 2025
📍 Location: The Spotlight, Hoddesdon
A tribute to Tina Turner.
Book Tickets
Soul Kinda Wonderful
🗓️ Date: 27th June 2025
📍 Location: The Spotlight, Hoddesdon
Celebrating the music of soul legends.
Book Tickets
🎬 Film Screenings (Spotlight Venue)
The Room Next Door (12)
🗓️ Date: 10th–11th June 2025
📍 Location: The Spotlight, Hoddesdon
A film rated 12.
Book Tickets
A Real Pain (15)
🗓️ Date: 24th–25th June 2025
📍 Location: The Spotlight, Hoddesdon
A film rated 15.
Book Tickets
🦜 Nature Walks & Outdoor Activities
Birdwatching Walk with South East Herts RSPB
🗓️ Date: Friday 13 June 2025
⏰ Time: 10:00am–11:30am
📍 Location: Cheshunt Park
Join South East Herts RSPB for a special walk during Great Big Green Week! Discover local birds and learn how to help protect them.
🍽️ Community & Special Events (Spotlight Venue)
BArts Let’s Do Lunch – Gently Zimmering
🗓️ Date: 18th June 2025
📍 Location: The Spotlight, Hoddesdon
A lunchtime event combining food and entertainment.
Book Tickets
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MEME of The Day
Weekend Weather ☀️
Friday
19°C 🌡️ 11°C | 🌧️ Light rain showers and a moderate breeze | ☀️ Sunrise 04:44 Sunset 21:13
Saturday
16°C 🌡️ 9°C | ⛈️ Thundery showers and a moderate breeze | ☀️ Sunrise 04:44 Sunset 21:14
Sunday
17°C 🌡️ 7°C | ☀️ Sunny intervals and a moderate breeze | ☀️ Sunrise 04:43 Sunset 21:15
WORD OF THE DAY
CONVOLUTED
Today’s Word of the Day is CONVOLUTED something is complex, complicated, or difficult to follow—often because it is overly elaborate or twisted in its structure.
Usage:
It can describe ideas, explanations, sentences, arguments, or even physical objects (like a convoluted cable).
It often carries a slightly negative connotation, suggesting that something is unnecessarily complicated.
🔹 Examples in use:
The instructions for assembling the furniture were so convoluted that I gave up halfway through.”
“His argument was convoluted and hard to follow.”
“The plot of the movie became increasingly convoluted as more characters were introduced.”
“She spoke in a convoluted way, using too many technical terms.”
Convoluted = complicated, twisted, hard to understand or follow.
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