Happy Friday, Broxbourne! ☀️

Summer is in full swing, temperatures are soaring, and there’s no shortage of excitement right here in Broxbourne! Forget about Glastonbury or Wimbledon, our borough is bursting with fantastic events, and I’ve gathered them all in one handy place, so you don’t have to hunt around. We are going out of the month of June with a Bang!

This last weekend of June, Cedars Park is set to be the place to be, if you haven’t heard, now you have! Come along, soak up the atmosphere, and you might even spot me there. The Spotlight also has a brilliant lineup kicking off today. Whatever you’re into, there’s something for everyone, so get out, enjoy the sunshine, and make the most of our vibrant community!

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🌟 Community & Family Events

FRIDAY 27TH

💮 Hoddesdon Special Flower Market

📅 Date: Friday, 27 June 2025
🕒 Time: 8:00am – 4:00pm
📍 Location: Hoddesdon Town Centre Market
🌸 Description: The popular special flower market returns by demand! Browse beautiful blooms, enjoy a buzzing atmosphere, and support your local market traders.

🎓 Community Alliance Summer Conference 2025: Together for Tomorrow

📅 Date: Friday, 27 June 2025
🕛 Time: 12:00pm – 3:00pm
📍 Location: Nigel Copping Community Building, Stanstead Abbotts, SG12 8GA
🤝 Description: Join Community Alliance for an inspiring afternoon at their annual Summer Conference! This year's theme, 'Together for Tomorrow,' focuses on the power of collaboration in the voluntary sector and how CVS can help your organisation thrive.

🏛️ Crossness by Lea Valley u3a

📅 Date: Friday, 27 June 2025
🕒 Time: 2:00pm – 3:30pm
📍 Location: Barclay Hall, Pauls Ln, Hoddesdon EN11 8TR
💷 Tickets: £3
🎤 Description: Discover the fascinating story of the Victorian Crossness sewage pumping station—a true hidden wonder and masterpiece of engineering.
✉️ Contact: [email protected]

🏏 Hoddesdon Cricket Club: Deansey XI vs Harry XI T20 Game

📅 Date: Friday, 27 June 2025
🕕 Time: 6:00pm start
📍 Location: Lowfield, Hoddesdon, EN11 8PX
🍻 Description:
“The 22 worst cricketers we could find…” — don’t miss this entertaining T20 match! Bar open all evening for a fun social atmosphere. Full details at hoddesdoncricketclub.co.uk.

😂 Jongleurs Comedy Club

📅 Date: Friday, 27 June 2025
🕡 Time: Doors 6:30pm | Show 7:30pm
📍 Location: Hertfordshire Studios, Hoddesdon
💷 Tickets: £15
🎭 Description: Meet your comedy dream team: Adam Morrison, Stella Graham, and Mad Ron! £1 from every ticket goes to Stars For Smiles charity.
🔗 Book: jongleurs.com or call 01992 899000

😂 Mad Ron: The Third Hardest Man in Uxbridge (Comedy Night)

📅 Date: Friday, 27 June 2025
🕡 Time: Doors open 6:30pm | Show starts 7:30pm
📍 Location: Hertfordshire Studios, Hoddesdon
💷 Tickets: £15
🎭 Description: Comedy that should be illegal! Expect razor-sharp, hilarious tales from Mad Ron. £1 from each ticket supports Stars For Smiles. Fully stocked bar available.

SATURDAY 28TH

🎈 Family Fun Day!

📅 Date: Saturday, 28 June 2025
🕛 Time: 12:00pm – 5:00pm
📍 Location: Cedars Park
🎈 Description: A family fun day in support of The James Foundation. Enjoy face painting, mini golf, Caribbean food, bubble tea, rides, stalls, and entertainment for all ages.
✉️ Contact: [email protected]

🎪 Broxbourne CE Primary Summer Fair 2025

📅 Date: Saturday, 28 June 2025
🕐 Time: 1:00pm – 4:00pm
📍 Location: Mill Lane, Broxbourne, EN10 7AY
🎉 Description:
Everyone’s welcome at Broxbourne CE Primary’s annual summer fair! Enjoy inflatables, BBQ, DJ, bar, games, raffles, shopping stalls, glitter tattoos, and more. Entry by donation on the door—bring your family for an afternoon of fun and fundraising.

🏰 Longlands Summer Fete

📅 Date: Saturday, 28 June 2025
🕛 Time: 12:00pm – 4:00pm
📍 Location: Longlands Primary School, Nunsbury Drive, EN10
🎠 Description:
Fun for all ages with bouncy castles, game stalls, delicious food, and more! Celebrate summer with the school community at this vibrant fete.

SUNDAY 29TH

🎸 Imperial Club Rock'n'Roll Sunday Session by The Chicken Shack

📅 Date: Sunday, 29 June 2025
🕒 Time: 3:00pm – 7:00pm
📍 Location: The Imperial Club, 33-35 Eleanor Cross Road, Waltham Cross, EN8 7LA
💷 Tickets: £10 (includes taster dance classes)
🎶 Description: Live Rock’n’Roll with Rockhouse and DJ Malc. Dancing, strolling (3pm), jiving (3:30pm), and great atmosphere! Free parking opposite the club.
✉️ Contact: [email protected]

🌈 CHEXS Family Fun Day

📅 Date: Saturday, 5 July 2025
🕛 Time: 12:00pm – 4:00pm
📍 Location: Grundy Park
🎟️ Entry: Free
🎈 Description:
Join in for a day packed with activities for the whole family! £5 activity wristbands include access to the climbing wall, trampolines, and bouncy castles. Plus, enjoy the Grow Club final and loads of games and entertainment.

🚗 Hoddesdon Town Centre Vintage & Classic Vehicle Display

📅 Date: Sunday, 6 July 2025
🕙 Time: 10:00am – 5:00pm
📍 Location: Hoddesdon Town Centre
🎶 Description:
Enjoy a stunning display of vintage and classic vehicles, live music, and a fantastic day out for car enthusiasts and families alike. For more details, visit broxbourne.gov.uk or call 01992 785555.

🎟️ Upcoming Events at The Spotlight, Hoddesdon

🎶 Soul Kinda Wonderful

📅 Date: Friday, 27 June 2025
🕢 Time: 7:30pm
📍 Location: Main Auditorium (Reserved seating)
💷 Tickets: £25.00
🎤 Description: Enjoy a night of soul and Motown classics with Richie Sampson (formerly of The Drifters). Sing along to “My Girl,” “Love Train,” and more.

🌟 Iconic Goes To Wonderland… Again!

📅 Date: Saturday, 28 June 2025
🕒 Time: TBC
📍 Location: The Spotlight, High Street, Hoddesdon, EN11 8BE
💷 Tickets: Available via venue
🎭 Description: Celebrate Iconic Performing Arts School’s 10th summer show with a vibrant mix of pop, musical theatre, dance, and a unique Wonderland twist!
📞 Contact: 01992 441946

🎭 NT LIVE: A Streetcar Named Desire

📅 Date: Tuesday, 1 July 2025 – Wednesday, 2 July 2025
🕒 Time: TBC
📍 Location: The Spotlight, High Street, Hoddesdon, EN11 8BE
💷 Tickets: Available via venue
🎬 Description: Experience Tennessee Williams’ classic drama broadcast live from the National Theatre to your local cinema screen.
📞 Contact: 01992 441946

🎵 Sweet & Sour – The Ultimate Tribute

📅 Date: Friday, 4 July 2025
🕒 Time: TBC
📍 Location: The Spotlight, High Street, Hoddesdon, EN11 8BE
💷 Tickets: Available via venue
🎤 Description: Don’t miss the ultimate tribute show experience—music, performance, and a great night out!
📞 Contact: 01992 441946

MEME of The Day

Weekend Weather ☀️ 

Friday

26°C 🌡️ 16°C | 🌤️ Sunny interval and a moderate breeze | ☀️ Sunrise 04:44 Sunset 21:22

Saturday

28°C 🌡️ 15°C | ⛅️ Light cloud and a moderate breeze | ☀️ Sunrise 04:44 Sunset 21:22

Sunday

31°C 🌡️ 18°C | ☀️ Sunny and light winds | ☀️ Sunrise 04:45 Sunset 21:22

WORD OF THE DAY

SUMPTUOUS

Today’s Word of the Day is SUMPTUOUS means luxurious, rich, and impressive, especially in a way that appeals to the senses, usually describing something that looks, tastes, or feels expensive or lavish.

Usage:

• It’s most often used to describe food, settings, clothing, or experiences that are especially grand or opulent.

  🔹 Examples in use:

  1. Food: “We enjoyed a sumptuous three-course dinner at the new restaurant.”
     (The dinner was rich, luxurious, and beautifully presented.)

  2. Decor:
     “The ballroom was decorated in sumptuous gold and velvet.”
     (The decorations were rich and impressive.)

  3. Clothing:
     “She wore a sumptuous silk gown to the gala.”
     (The gown was elegant and made of fine, luxurious fabric.)

  Sumptuous = impressively rich, luxurious, and appealing to the senses..

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