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What's on in New Town

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Community

Cafe Welcome community cafe

Come and join us every Wednesday 9am to 12pm for drinks, cakes and snacks, and to meet others in the community. Take-away also available.

Wed 22 Jul09:00St Paul's Luton(0.3mi)

via St Paul's LutonLocal gem

Community

Barclays Local

Book an appointment If you’d like to speak to us at a Barclays Local you can just come in. If it’s busy you might need to queue. Please book an appointment if you’d like to set a time and date. Important information You will find us in the Community Halls – please ring the bell outside and wait for our colleague. There are no counter or cash services here. Services Available Power of attorney assistance If you need to let someone access your accounts, or need to do this for someone else, we can discuss your options and help you register here. Fraud and scams advice We can show you how you can protect you and your family from fraud and scams. We can also help if you’ve been a victim. Payments and transfers We can help with regular and one-off payments, moving money between your accounts, domestic and international payments, and paying bills online. Digital banking help We can help with online banking, as well as managing and opening accounts, account queries, reviewing transactions and registering for new products on your phone, tablet or computer. Bereavement assistance You can let us know here if someone who banks with us has passed away. Money management If you’re in financial difficulty or have money worries, we can provide support, guidance and mentoring on money management and financial health.

Wed 22 Jul10:00The Dunstable Community Halls(4.9mi)

via The Dunstable Community Halls

Religion & Spirituality

Wednesday Worship

Common Worship Holy Eucharist or Morning Worship Please check this week's pew sheet which can be found by clicking on the notices tab

Wed 22 Jul10:30Church of St Anne(1.1mi)

via Church of St AnneLocal gem

Religion & Spirituality

Wednesday Worship

Join us for a short in-person service followed by tea and coffee, and biscuits. All are welcome!

Wed 22 Jul10:30St Augustine's Church, Dunstable(3.9mi)

via St Augustine's Church, DunstableLocal gem

Community

Get Fit With Leon

Not a gym person? You’ll fit right in. We help adults 50+ in Dunstable lose weight, move better, reduce pain, and regain energy with friendly, beginner-friendly small-group personal training.

Wed 22 Jul10:30The Dunstable Community Halls(4.9mi)

via The Dunstable Community Halls

Likely freeCommunity

Classics On The Common

Once a year, Harpenden Common comes alive with more than 1000 classics cars, motor cycles and scooters. Proudly admired by 10,000 spectators making this event one of the biggest one-day events in the classic car calendar. Date: Wednesday 22nd July Time: 11am – 9pm Location: Harpenden Common Ticket Price : Free Info: www.classicsonthecommon.com

Wed 22 Jul11:00We Are Harpenden(4.3mi)

via We Are Harpenden

Community

U3A Science and Technology

Leader/ coordinator: Peter T (acting temporarily) Note that this group is in need of a new leader/co-ordinator – could you do it? Aims and Objectives of the Group: To encourage and expand knowledge and interest in science and technology by talks and discussions given by members of the group and speakers from other organisations/businesses. Visits to places of interest are also arranged Any Expertise Needed: None, just an interest Equipment needed: None Max number permitted in the group: 30 Currently there are vacancies. Periodic membership subscription to cover hall rental. A Brief description of a Typical Meeting: We have a programme of talks/presentations on a wide variety of science or technology subjects given either by a member of the group or by an invited outside speaker. This is usually followed by questions and discussion. Alternatively we may watch a video borrowed from the U3A Resource Centre and occasional group outings are arranged.

Wed 22 Jul14:45The Dunstable Community Halls(4.9mi)

via The Dunstable Community Halls

Children & FamilyCommunity

Youth Drop In

General drop in the evenings provide a safe and fun space for young people in Luton. We offer a range of activities including; pool, gaming consoles, table tennis, wall climbing sessions, open mic night, cooking sessions, IT suite for use, film nights and art/craft activities. All sessions are run by experienced youth workers and volunteers who support and participate in all activities with the young people. Youth Drop In sessions run every Wednesday 5pm – 7pm and Saturdays 1pm – 4pm We also offer additional activities during sessions where we have outside agencies join us for mini workshops raising awareness and harm reduction information including drug and alcohol workers; Coppafeel (breast cancer awareness for young people); white ribbon campaign (Domestic Abuse); wellbeing sessions and Hate Crime awareness to name a few.

Wed 22 Jul18:00Tokko Youth Hub(0.7mi)

via Tokko Youth Hub

Community

Puddings Night

The Way is hosting and we're spreading the word. Puddings Night — no spoilers, but their site has the full programme.

Wed 22 Jul19:30The Way(4.7mi)

via The Way

Community

Christ Embassy Church

Christ Embassy Church — brought to you by The Dunstable Community Halls and surfaced by us. A beautiful collaboration, if we do say so ourselves.

Wed 22 Jul20:00The Dunstable Community Halls(4.9mi)

via The Dunstable Community Halls

Community

Cake and Company

Homemade cakes, warm smiles and good company for all

Thu 23 Jul10:00Church of St Anne(1.1mi)

via Church of St AnneLocal gem

Community

Messy Fun Day

The full scoop on Messy Fun Day lives over on St Hugh's Church's site. We're just the friendly messenger.

Thu 23 Jul10:00St Hugh's Church(3.7mi)

via St Hugh's Church

Community

Community Activities

Tea, coffee, and cold drinks are available, but more importantly, there is always a listening ear. You are welcome to come just as you are. Welcome to Little Fishes! Little Fishes is a warm and welcoming group for babies, toddlers, and their grown-ups! St Albans Foodbank at Crabtree Church The Foodbank is run by the St Albans & District Foodbank in association with the Trussell Trust.

Thu 23 Jul10:30Crabtree Church(4.9mi)

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Sports & Fitness

Dawn Sawyer Fitness

I help women and men look, feel and move better through fitness, nutrition and lifestyle. I work with people who want to make themselves feel better and are committed to their health. I offer Community Pilates, Zumba, Aerobics & Lift & Lean classes. I love to help women stay strong & active regardless of age so they can keep doing the things they love.

Thu 23 Jul11:00The Dunstable Community Halls(4.9mi)

via The Dunstable Community Halls

Wellness & Wellbeing

Wellbeing Café

One for the diary — Wellbeing Café at The Dunstable Community Halls. The organiser's keeping schtum on the details, but that's half the fun.

Thu 23 Jul11:00The Dunstable Community Halls(4.9mi)

via The Dunstable Community Halls

Community

OK2B

OK2B is a youth group for LGBTQ young people, or those who simply have some questions about who they are in terms of sexuality and gender identity. We have a focus on developing mental health resilience, building and being community, and supporting one another through the challenges that being LGBTQ can pose in life. Contact: for more details and information

Thu 23 Jul18:00Tokko Youth Hub(0.7mi)

via Tokko Youth Hub

Community

Karen Hilliard & Pat Thomas' Group

Karen Hilliard & Pat Thomas' Group? At LCF Church? Say no more. Well, actually — their site says quite a bit more. Worth a click.

Thu 23 Jul19:00LCF Church(0.3mi)

via LCF Church

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Venues with events near New Town

A few local places from the listings above, all within three miles.

Tokko Youth Hub0.7 miles away Church of St Anne1.1 miles away St Paul's Luton0.3 miles away

More about New Town

Buckinghamshire, England

New Town sits quietly in Buckinghamshire with a charm that doesn't need to shout to get attention. The town centre is full of places where people gather without needing an invitation or a loud announcement. Local groups meet regularly to discuss everything from community projects to weekend plans. Near Here keeps the word out so you can find your own corner of the neighbourhood before the tea gets cold.

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