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FANTASTIC WEEKEND IN BEDFORD STARTS THE SUMMER! The Bedford International Kite Festival and first Bedford Festival of Motoring were at Russell Park and the Embankment over the weekend of 1 and 2 June, with an estimated 30,000 visitors coming along to this fantastic weekend of fun in the sun. The Kite Festival saw kites of all sizes and colours, with flyers from around the world coming to Russell Park to show off their skills. The Park was also filled with fun for the whole family with food, drink, stalls to browse, inflatables and a traditional funfair. The Festival also continued into the evening, with the ‘Party in the Park’. Meanwhile, over on the Embankment around 300 vehicles lined our beautiful riverside, with veteran and classic cars, supercars, dragsters, motorbikes, off road vehicles, big red buses, and lots more in the first Bedford Festival of Motoring.
YOUR LOCAL AREA, YOUR TOWN – GIVE US YOUR VIEWS behaviour to help the Partnership to write the new The Bedford Borough Community Safety Community Safety Plan 2020-23. Partnership (CSP) has launched the Community Safety Consultation, and wants to hear your views. The survey is open until Friday 2 August 2019. It is available online on the Borough website at This Partnership includes Bedford Borough www.forms.bedford.gov.uk/csp Council, Bedfordshire Police, Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue, and other local organisations You can also request a copy of the consultation via and works together towards a shared vision of email at communitysafety@bedford.gov.uk. “tackling crime, disorder, anti-social behaviour, drug and alcohol misuse and increasing people There are paper copies available at Borough Hall, perceptions about safety and well-being in our the Customer Service Centre and local libraries communities.” which can be sent to Consulting Bedford, Bedford Borough Council, Borough Hall, Cauldwell Street, All the responses to this consultation will be part Bedford, MK42 9AP. of a strategic assessment of crime and anti-social 4
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In this time of increasing awareness of mental health issues, it is understandable that a young person might feel overwhelmed by their emotions, worries and fears and may not know which way to turn for help and support. Added to this they are not only turning from children into adults with the confusion that comes with that stage, but have the enormous pressures of exams, trying to look to their future, social media etc. Bedford Open Door offers a safe and confidential environment for young people. Bedford Open Door, 120 Tavistock Street, Bedford MK40 2SA If you would like to know more about our services or are interested in supporting the charity by fundraising or becoming a Friend of Bedford Open Door please contact us at counselling@bedfordopendoor.org.uk or Tel 01234 350 388.
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Community Bible Study Bedford “What is the bible?” A seven week course, Tuesdays 10th September to 22nd October. A warm and friendly group finding out more about the bible. We meet at All Nations Church, Brickhill Drive, Bedford, MK41 7QF. Contact Alyson Little: little_alyson@hotmail.com
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Renhold Bridge Club First and third Thursdays of each month 11 am to 2.45pm. Break for lunch midway (please bring your own sandwiches); coffee/tea free. Friendly duplicate bridge. Members £3; guests and visitors £4. Renhold Village Hall, Wilden Rd, Renhold MK41 0LY Tel Rod 01234 771858
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Bedford Camera Club Every Tuesday 7.30pm Just starting out, or a photography enthusiast? Come and join a group of friendly, like minded people for talks and competitions. Scott Lower School, Hawk Drive, Bedford MK41 7JA Contact John Gough 07748572845. www.bedfordcameraclub.co.uk.
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Scottish Country Dancing – Social Dancing Monday evenings 7:45pm to 9:45pm £2.50 per session. First evening free. Individuals welcome, no experience/partner needed. Wear soft shoes. ARA Social Club, Manton Lane, Bedford MK41 7LR. Keith Rose, 01234 781448, keith@krose.plus.com Scottish Country Dancing – General Class Tuesday evenings 7:30pm to 10pm £2.50 per session. First evening free. Individuals welcome, no experience/partner needed. Wear soft shoes. ARA Social Club, Manton Lane, Bedford MK41 7LR. Keith Rose, 01234 781448, keith@krose.plus.com Irish Ceili and Set Dancing. Wednesdays 8 pm to 10 pm £2 per session – first evening free. No partner required. Beginners welcome. The Reading Room, 1, Barkers Lane, Bedford. Ring Tim 01234 317847 for more details
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s Tudor Reeds Folk Dance Club First, Third and Fifth Wednesday of each month eve 8-10pm Friendly social Folk Dancing Club It’s good fun for only £2 incl. refreshments No partner required. St Marks Church Hall, Calder Rise (off Avon Drive), Brickhill, Bedford MK41 7UY Rosemary Mcneilage 01234 405594 Dancing Stars Linedance Club Thursdays (Dances From Absolute Beginners To Beginners) Beginners 7.00pm – 8.00pm Improver/Intermediate 8.00pm – 10.00pm (Dances From Improvers To Intermediate) www.dancingstars.comli.com/ Kempston Hammers Social And Sports Club 134 High Street High Street Kempston MK42 7BN (Air Conditioned Hall/On Site Parking) Tel 07969847553 Bedford Folk Dance Club Thursday eves 8 – 10 pm Friendly Country and Folk Dance Club £2.50 incl. Refreshments Church Barn, Church End, Biddenham MK40 4RS No partner required Ron Law 01234 825574 www.bedfordfolkdanceclub.com Bedford Fine Companions Folk Dance Club Friday 8pm to 10pm 9 (Term Time) Friendly group welcomes new members. No partner required. Hazeldene School Bedford MK41 9AT (use Hartshill entrance). Chris Rutt email:-carutt@ntlworld.com or telephone 01462 700451 www.finecompanions.wordpress.com or find us on Facebook.
Abbeyfield Bedford Friendship Group Second Thursday of the Month 2.00pm-3.30pm Meet New People, Make New Friends Refreshments provided. Darell Jeffreys House, 65 Chaucer Road, Bedford,MK40 2AL Sarah Curtin 01234 348735 or mailto:s.curtin@ abbeyfield.com Magpie Ladies Group Friendly group who meet on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month at 7.30 pm Guest Speakers and social events Tea/Coffee and cake included. New members welcomed St Mark’s Church, Calder Rise, Brickhill. (No meetings in August) Please Contact: Rosemary 01234 405594 or Barbara 01234 304960 Man Cave Friday Mornings 10am until 1pm Opportunity to make new friends, chat and share experiences.Are you unemployed, retired, missing work colleagues or would just appreciate some company? Come and join us! Sharnbrook Scout Hut. Church Ln, Sharnbrook, Bedford MK44 1HR Men In Sheds Keep active and healthy and meet new people. Have fun sharing skills, learning new ones, and help with community-based projects. Annex at the Bedford Arts and Craft Centre, Ampthill Road (off Althorpe Street), Bedford MK42 9HE (the entrance to the Art and Craft Centre is nearly opposite to the Bedford Hospital A&E entrance). Steve Conway 0780 5775828 www.meninshedsbedford.org.uk
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Silver lining Club for the Silver Haired First & third Tuesday of the month 2pm-4pm FREE Various activities or just sit and chat with a cup of tea or coffee.Park Road Methodist Church Roff Avenue, opposite the high flats. Number 10 bus stops outside. Local Friendship Group. We meet at a local public venue every Wednesday 7 to 10pm. New members Welcome Call 07835 732412/07925 910639. Email: friendshipclub365@gmail.com Golden Friendship Club – for the over 50’s Every thursday 2 – 4pm Bingo, cards, tea and talk, outings, lunches and more Christ the King Parish Hall Harrowden Road, Bedford MK42 0SP For information call on 01234 304382
Over 70’s Gentle Exercise Classes Every Monday and Wednesday (except bank holidays) Mondays – Bedford Central Library (3rd floor meeting room) Wednesday – Bedford International Athletics Stadium £4 per session Tel 01234 718835 www.bedford.gov.uk/sport Bedford Mascular Support Group Third Monday of each month at 10:30 am. Volunteer Centre, 43 Bromham Road Offering practical and emotional support to people suffering central vision loss or Macular Disease. Speakers on a range of related topics. Info 01234 708613.
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CLUBS & GROUPS Hearts In Beds Cardiac Support Group First Tuesday each month 7pm Priory Methodist Church Halls, Newnham Ave, Bedford, MK41 9QJ Gentle exercise sessions from 7 – 7-30 pm under a qualified trainer. Everyone welcome, you don’t need to have a cardiac condition to join us. Contact Ted Jolliffe 01234 327791 or email tednmary. jolliffe@gmail.com Chairman Paul Keech. Tel. 01 2343 211733 Vice Chairman Tessa Whiting Tel. 07799 834026 Sec. Ted Jolliffe Tel 01 234 327791
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BOSOM PALS – Breast Cancer Charity 2nd Wednesday of each month 7.30pm to 9.45pm Friendly support group for ladies who have or have had breast cancer. Our aim is to provide information and support to help those going through breast cancer treatment and beyond. Good social activities throughout the year.Transfiguration Church Hall, Bedford Road, Kempston, MK42 8BQ Contact Denise 01234 771746 or Pauline 01234 350079 or email bosom-palsbedford@outlook.com
“Ouse Valley Singers Mondays 7.30 p.m Four-part harmony mixed choir who perform mainly for charitable purposes in the North Beds area. Rehearsals in Sharnbrook Methodist Church performing mainly light music e.g. show music, folk songs, etc. Contact Sue Plant 01234 314229.”
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Bedford & District Scale Model Club Alternate Tuesday evenings 7.00pm – 10pm Southfields Community Centre, Southfields Road, Kempston, MK42 7NR Did you build Airfix kits in your youth? Are you looking to return to the hobby? Are you an experienced modeller looking to hook up with like-minded people and pass on hints and tips? Or are you a complete novice looking to make a start on your first kit? We welcome all ages, whatever your skill level, and welcome all types of modelling subjects and media. Our main aim to is to have fun and exchange ideas and advice in a friendly atmosphere. Check out meeting times at www. bedfordmodelclub.co.uk or call Mark Peacock on 07963 956221
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Kempston and District Model Railway Society Every Wednesday 7.30pm-10pm NEW VENUE Kempston East Methodist Church. New members welcome. Contact Brian Woodcock on 07795251988 or brw60029@gmail.com
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Steady Folk Music Session Last Tuesday of each month 7.30pm All standards of musician welcome whatever they play.Burnaby Arms, Stanley Street, Bedford MK41 7RU Michael Bliss 01234 308449 Bedford Pipe Band Thursdays 7.30pm – 9.30pm Friendly & relaxed group beginners to experienced. New members welcome. St John’s Church hall (MK42 0DL), Bedford. Contact Pipe Major Donald Reid 01234 268475 Mrs. Barrett (Band Secretary) 01234 360967 www.bedfordpipeband.org.uk BedsLife Magazine cannot
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Friendly Reading Group Wednesdays 2.30pm to 3.30pm. Why not come and join us? It’s absolutely free, and you’ll have:-A short story read to you by Colin, our group leader. -Refreshments served by the library staff half-way through. -The companionship of a lovely group of other members. There is no commitment to attending. Wootton Library, Lorraine Road, Wootton MK43 9LH
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Bedford Gallery Quire 1st, 3rd, 5th Thursday of each month 7.30 pm We welcome those interested in singing/playing ‘West Gallery’ music from the early 18th century to the mid 19th century. Priory Methodist Church, Newnham Ave, Bedford.Contact Ken Baddley 01234 310018 www.bedfordgalleryquire.org.uk
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MENCAP – Smiley Club Wednesdays 7pm – 8.30pm A fun social club for boys and girls from 9 to 18 who have learning disabilities. Art and crafts, board games, outside play in the warmer months and hanging out with friends! Pine Cones Family Centre, (behind Livingstone Lower School) Clapham Road, Bedford. For further information please contact the club leader Jeff Smith on 07798 762 808 MENCAP – Sparkle Club Wednesdays in term time between 7.00pm – 9.00pm Social club for adults with learning disabilities. Putnoe Primary School, Church Lane, Bedford MK41 0DH. www.bedfordmencap.org.uk FLAG Bedford Thursday afternoons 2-4pm FLAG Bedford (Friendship Link & Action Group) is a social group for adults with a sensory and/or physical or learning disability, and their carers, who live in the Bedford area. Our aim is to combat social isolation and loneliness. Priory Methodist Church, Newnham Avenue, Bedford.Contact Linda on 07815 196357 or mailto:flag25@hotmail.co.uk Marlins Special Needs Swimming Club Sundays 6.30 – 8pm For learning and physical disabilities. All ages welcome. Admission £2 Carer free Oasis Swimming Pool Bedford. Call Rose on 07954784795 or Val 07973859940 or just turn up! For more information on local Clubs and Groups visit www.bedslifemagazine.co.uk
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A child going missing is every parent’s worst nightmare. And many books have been written with this as the main plot device, as the parents try to cope with events that follow. However, this debut novel approaches it from a different angle. Esme is 11 years old and for her, ballet is life. She is on the brink of every young ballerina’s dream as she is told that she is ready to go ‘en pointe’. But this joy is snatched from her one evening as the family gather to enjoy a meal. Suddenly, and inexplicably, Esme’s four-yearold sister Lily disappears. The family starts to fall apart, but as readers we experience this through the eyes of Esme, not her parents. In the second half of the novel the action switches to Paris eight years later where Esme is performing as a ballerina. We learn of the intervening years. How Esme felt that she lost so much more than a sister; she lost her parents too. She has used dance to take herself away from it all. Until she receives a phone call from her older sister, on the other side of the Atlantic. Are the family about to learn of Lily’s fate, and how will they bring themselves together, healing divisions and unspoken accusations?
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ARTS & CRAFTS, TALKS & DEMONSTRATIONS Alpine Garden Society, Bedfordshire branch Monday 1st July 7.30pm Rasvan Chisu will speak about ‘Romanian Alpine plants’ Competitions, sale plants. Visitors welcome £3 Wilstead Village Hall, Cotton End Road, Wilstead MK45 3BX Bedfordshire Family History Society Friday 5th July 7.15 p.m. ‘The Rise, Fall & Rise Again of the Cardington Airships’ by David Fowler Drama Hall, Mark Rutherford School Wentworth Drive, Bedford MK41 8PX Members free, visitors £1. www.bfhs.org.uk Bedford Art Society Meeting Friday 5th July 7.15pm for 7.30pm Barry Herniman loves painting seascapes and landscapes. An experienced and enthusiastic demonstrator, he will show how gouache can be used effectively. Entry is free for members, £5 for visitors. Contact Jean Paterson 01234 307210 or www.bedsartsociety.co.uk for information Putnoe Heights Church, Bedford MK41 8EB Biddenham Gardeners Association Tuesday 16th July 2019 at 7.30 “AGM with cheese and wine” Visitors very welcome Admission £5 per meeting – includes Raffle & Refreshments www.biddenhamgardenersassociation.org.uk. Biddenham Village Hall Embroiderers Guild, Bedford branch Thursday 18th July 7.30 for 8.00pm Interested in textiles? Sales table, news about textiles. Margaret Johnson on ‘Small is beautiful – professional and amateur quilts; a Pandora’s box’ Visitors £4 More details on www.facebook.com/ Bedfordembroiderersguild
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CAR FESTIVALS Santa Pod Raceway Presents Bug Jam 33 The original and best VW Fest Friday 26th – Sunday 28th July A true VW festival in every sense of the word, with a vibrant and fun atmosphere, bringing to life the very essence of VW and Campervan culture. Europe’s largest VW event incorporates an eclectic mix of all things VW, with drag racing, Run What Ya Brung, nightlife, Show & Shine, comedy, stunt displays, fun fair, massive trade village, Retrojumble and much more. Airfield Rd, Poddington, Wellingborough NN29 7XA For tickets visit www.bugjam.co.uk/tickets.php
COMMUNITY/CHARITY EVENTS Ampthill Festival Friday 5th July – Sunday 7th July Ampthill Great Park, Ampthill, Bedfordshire Friday – AmpRocks Unique, not for profit, boutique rock concert featuring the return of the infamous Cuban Brothers. Saturday – AmpProms Classic jazz, musical theatre hits, rip-roaring classics and fireworks. Sunday – AmpGala All the fun of the fair and local bands fill the stage with a party atmosphere. St Andrew’s Church Fete In aid of The Tibbs Dementia Foundation Saturday 6th July 10am – 12.30pm Raffle, Tombola, Homemade Cakes, Refreshments, Bouncy Castle, Plants & Flowers, The Church Mice Dance Display, Nearly New/Everything £1 and lots more. St Andrew’s Church, Kimbolton Road, Bedford MK40 2PF Table Top Sale Sat 13th July 9am – Noon Refreshments available, Tables £5 – must be prebooked. Entry 50p Christ the King Parish Hall. Harrowden Road, Bedford MK42 0SP. For information call on 01234 965497 Afternoon Vintage Tea Friday 26th July 2pm – 4pm Admission £4 – Tea, home-made cake and dancing Christ the King Parish Hall Harrowden Road, Bedford MK42 0SP For Information call 01234 404563
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Bedford Organ and Keyboard Club Presents popular entertainer PETE SHAW in Concert Wednesday 24 July 7.30pm – 10.00pm Members £5 Non-Members £6 Pay at door Refreshments/Bar/Raffle Addison Centre, Kempston, Bedford, MK42 8PN
GUIDED WALKS Bedford Guided Walks Led by the Bedford Association of Tour Guides and are about a mile and a half, taking around an hour and a half. Sunday 7 July The Silent Faces of Bedford Sunday 14 July The Jewel in the Crown Sunday 21 July The Life and Times of John Bunyan Sunday 28 July The Rise and Fall of Bedford Castle Walks start at the gold post box on St Paul’s Square at 11am – Pre-booking essential! Contact The Box Office, Harpur Suite, Harpur Square, Bedford MK40 1LE Tel 01234 718044 or email cornexchange@bedford.gov.uk Bedford RSPB local Group – Evening Walk Thursday 18th July 7pm Suitable for Experts and Novices, RSPB membership not essential. Free to all The Lodge, Potton Road, Sandy Meet at 7 pm in the car park SG19 2DL Could be parking charges for non RSPB members More info www.rspb.org.uk/groups/bedford
MUSIC, DANCE & THEATRE Wootton Upper School Presents ‘Teechers’ A comedy by John Godber Tuesday 9th & Wednesday 10th July 7.30pm Theatre Hall, Wootton Upper School, Hall End Rd, Bedford MK43 9HT Adults £6 / Concessions £4 Box Office 01234 767123 Music in the Meadows Mill Meadows Bandstand, The Embankment, Bedford Bring a picnic and enjoy two hours of traditional bandstand music from 3pm – 5pm Sunday July 14th Salvation Army Band Sunday 21st July The Hitchin Band Sunday 28th July May Blossom Vintage Songbird U3A Harmony SUMMER CONCERT Saturday 20th July 3pm There is no charge for admission. Just turn up!! There will be singalong opportunities and refreshments served by the best tea ladies in the county! Expect songs about gardens and the great outdoors! St Marks Calder Rise Brickhill MK41 7UY
The Abbeyfield Society, Bedford Presents Live Jazz With The George Street Rag Time Band And Cream Tea Sunday 28th July 2pm – 4pm Price £6.00 Darell Jeffreys House, 65 Chaucer Road, Bedford, mk40 2AL To buy or reserve a ticket, please call Sarah Curtin on 01234 348735 or email s.curtin@abbeyfield.com
OPEN GARDENS NGS – Two Country Gardens Saturday 6th July and Sunday 7th July 2.00pm5.00pm Glade House, Spinney Lane, Aspley Guise and Hollydale, Woburn Lane, Aspley Guise Colourful country gardens with different terraced levels. Raising funds for medical charities. £5 for the two gardens. Refreshments at Aspley Guise Village Hall. Please park at Village Hall, Woburn Lane MK17 8JT
SHOWS RATS Companion and Novelty Dog Show Sunday 7th July Companion Classes start 11:30am Novelty Classes start 12:30pm Registration for all classes 10am Various stalls and refreshments G&M Growers, Upper Caldecote SG18 9BU Bromham Show Sunday 14th July 1.00pm to 5.00pm Among the highlights of the show will be a Classic Car Rally, Northampton Dog Display, Romford Drum and Trumpet Corps, Bromham Gymnastics, the Childrens sports challenge and a flypast by a Battle of Britain Hawker Hurricane aircraft. Around the field we will have a selection of inflatable fun rides and activities together with trade stands, birds of prey, classic car show, magic and punch & Judy show, craft marquee and in the village hall, a display of produce, flowers, cakes, paintings, photographs and hand made items entered by local residents for judging. We have some exciting new food stalls book this year so please arrive hungry! Village Hall Playing Field, Bromham MK43 8JP
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Monday 22nd July 11.15am – 3.30pm Planetarium Learn more about galaxies, stars and planets in our visiting planetarium. Contact the library to book your place Monday 22nd July 11.30am – 3.30pm Rocket Gliders Drop in to make rocket gliders, how far will yours go? Tuesday 23rd July 11.30am – 3.30pm Decorate a Wooden Rocket Decorate these wonderful rockets and take them home. Wednesday 24th July 12.00pm – 1.00pm Space Scratch Art Get creative with Scratch Art. Wednesday 24th July 1.00pm – 3.30pm Robot Finger Puppets Join us to make robot finger puppets – maybe you will make enough for a finger puppet show!
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Thursday 25th July 12.00pm – 2.30pm Alien Door Hanger Make an alien door hanger – will it be scary enough to stop people coming into your bedroom?! Thursday 25th July 2.30pm – 3.30pm Doggy Tales The Dogs Trust will be here with fabulous dog themed stories. Friday 26th July 11.30am – 3.30pm Space Scene Craft Make your own space scene using chalk. Monday 29th July 11.15am – 1.15pm Space Mural Help students from Bedford College to create an out of this world space mural. Moonday 29th July 1.15pm – 3.30pm Colouring and Word Puzzles Tuesday 30th July 11.15am – 1.15pm Alien Junk Modelling Join students from Bedford College to make the best junk model alien ever! Wednesday 31st July 11.30am – 3.30pm Space Race Glasses Design and decorate some funky space glasses.
Bromham Library Springfield Drive, Bedford MK43 8NT Tel 01234 824391
Saturday 13th July 10:30-12:30 Summer Reading Challenge Space Chase Launch Come in, sign up and get your space glasses, colour a space hero wrist cuff, and space colouring Saturday 20th July 10.30-12.30 Space scratch Art Craft Make fabulous Scratch Art bookmarks and while you are here take some time out for some colouring. Monday 22nd July 10.00-11.30 Space Hero Masks Drop in to create an amazing space hero face mask. Tuesday 23rd July 2.30-4.30 Solar Art Decorations Solar system inspired window decorations to take home. Wednesday 24th 10.00-11.30 Space Cap Craft Make a spiral space cap, plus storytime is at 11.00. Thursday 25th July 2.30-4.30 Solar Dotty Art Craft Get creative with Dotty Art to make a space picture.
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Friday 26th July 10.00-11.30 Space Scratch Art Craft Get scratching to make a space picture. Saturday 27th July 10.30-12.30 Space Craft Mash-Up Join us to catch up on any space crafts you missed, plus lots of colouring. Monday 29th July 10.00-11.30 Sealife Masks Which under the sea animal will you choose to be? Tuesday 30th July 2.30-4.30 Fishy Craft Make a fish wand to take home and work your magic! Wednesday 31st July 10.00-11.30 Mermaid Craft Come along to make mermaid wooden bats plus there will be storytime.
Kempston Library 32 Halsey Rd, Kempston, MK42 8AT Tel 01234 276453
Saturday 13th July 10:00am – 3:30pm Space Rockets Make a fabulous rocket to take you to space!
Saturday 20th July 10:00am – 3:30pm Solar System Dotty Art Create your own solar system with Dotty Art. Monday 22nd July 2:00pm – 5:00pm Tin Foil Rockets More rocket fun for the whole family. Tuesday 23rd July 11:30am – 4:30pm Paper Bag Alien Puppets What will your alien look like – will they be friend or foe? Wednesday 24th July 2:00pm – 5:30pm Paper Plate UFOs Get creative with a paper plate to make a mysterious UFO. Thursday 25th July 10:00am – 4:30pm Solar System Scratch Art Create your own solar system with Scratch Art. Friday 26th July 2:00pm – 5:00pm Paper Plate Astronaut Make an astronaut to fly your rocket. Saturday 27th July 10:00am – 3:30pm Space Scenes Design a spacescape to take home. Monday 29th July 2:00pm – 5:00pm Paper Doily Butterflies Join us to make a beautiful butterfly from paper doilies. Tuesday 30th July 11:30am – 4:30pm Rainbow Tissue Pictures Create colourful pictures using rainbow coloured tissue paper.
Wednesday 31st July 2:00pm – 5:30pm Paper Cup Windmills Drop in to make paper cup windmills to catch the summer breeze.
Putnoe Library Library Walk, Putnoe St, Bedford MK41 8HQ Tel 01234 276462
Saturday 13th July 10.00 – 3.00 Rocket Wand Celebrate the launch of the Space Chase by signing up to the challenge and then make a rocket wand. Saturday 20th July 10.00 – 3.00 Space Stencil Pictures Create a space picture with stencils. Monday 22nd July 2.30 – 5.00 Sun Visors Drop in to make a sun visor to wear. Tuesday 23rd July 10.30 – 4.00 Grow at Home Come along and plant a pansy to take home and nurture. Wednesday 24th July 2.30 – 4.00 Wooden Seaside Keyrings Decorate your seaside keyring. Thursday 25th July 10.30 – 4.00 Solar System Scratch Art Get creative with Scratch Art.
Friday 26th July 2.30 – 4.00 Windmill Craft Make a fabulous colourful windmill. Saturday 27th July 10.00- 3.00 Insect Mask Which bug will you choose to be? Monday 29th July 2.30 – 5.00 Rocket Photo Prop Create a rocket themed photo prop for your Space Chase selfies. Tuesday 30th July 10.30 – 4.00 Flying Gliders Make a glider – how far will yours fly? Wednesday 31st July 2.30 – 4.00 Race Car Magnet Drop in to make a racing themed magnet to take home.
Wootton Library Lorraine Road, Wootton MK43 9LH Tel 01234 766061 Saturday 13th July 11.00 – 12.30 Space Chase Launch! Come along to sign up for the challenge and collect your Space Chase Glasses and have a self portrait for our Rocket Launch! Saturday 20th July 11.00 – 12.30 Rocket Gliders Drop in to make a rocket glider – how far will yours fly?
Monday 22nd July 2.00 – 4.30 Solar System Wooden Mobile Create your own solar system mobile for your room. Tuesday 23rd July 10.00 – 11.30 Rocket Wands Make a rocket wand to help you work your magic. Wednesday 24th July 2.00 – 4.30 Solar System Wreaths Free fun craft for the whole family. Thursday 25th July 10.00 – 11.30 Solar System Window Decoration Colour in this fabulous window decoration. Friday 26th July 2.00 – 4.30 Wooden Stand Up Rockets Decorate a rocket. Saturday 27th July 11.00 – 12.30 Lucky Dip Crafts Missed some crafts this week? Drop in to catch up. Monday 29th July 2.00 – 4.30 Solar Dotty Art Craft Make a solar themed Dotty Art picture. Tuesday 30th July 10.00 – 11.30 Solar System Scratch Art Get creative with Scratch Art. Wednesday 31st July 2.00 – 4.30 Alien Pom Poms Alien craft fun for everyone.
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Bedford Italian Festival Bedford town centre Sunday 21st July 12pm to 5pm HARPUR SQUARE Live music stage from 12pm to 5pm including Italian singers, Musicians and Bands. Italian food stalls by local Italian restaurants & suppliers HARPUR SUITE Festival information point Business Exhibitors and stalls from 12pm until 5pm. Children’s entertainment throughout the day. Exhibition in the Harpur Suite detailing the history of the Bedford Italian Church and Community. PLUS Car Displays on Silver Street & St Paul’s Square of Italian Marques with a display by the Lamborghini Owners Club UK, Ferrari Driver’s Club, Fiat 500 Club UK and as many Italian car fanatic’s vehicles as possible to line the streets Oakley Carnival 30th Anniversary Saturday 6th July Oakley Village Hall, Oakley, Bedford MK43 7RJ Family event starting with a procession through the village, the Carnival takes place on the playing fields behind Oakley Village Hall. Fairground rides, animal displays, bouncy castles, stalls, arena acts, food concessions, bar and more. To find out more visit Facebook page ‘Oakley Carnival’. Daxtonbury Festival Friday 12th – Sunday 14th July Podington, North Bedfordshire NN29 7XA Three day music festival and country fair raising money for local medical charities. For more details and to buy tickets go to www.daxtonburyfestival.co.uk or www.facebook.com/daxtonbury Kimbolton Country Fayre and Classic Car Show Sunday 14th July 11am A spectacular charity event for the whole family, held in the beautiful grounds of Kimbolton Castle. Visit www.kimboltoncountryfayre.com more info 38
Poppies in the Park Sunday 21st July 10am – 6pm Russell Park, The Embankment, Bedford MK40 3RH New event brought to you by the Royal British Legion, Poppy Appeal for Bedford and district to raise awareness of the work done by the Poppy Appeal as well as valuable funding whilst providing a fun day out for the whole family. All types of music from military to rock. Fully licensed bar, stalls, displays and a funfair. www.britishlegion.org.uk Love Bedford Medieval Festival Saturday 27 July 10am – 6pm Castle Mound and surrounding areas, The Embankment, Bedford Free family entertainment Medieval style! Living history encampments, circus skills school for children, music and dance, have a go archery, ferret racing, craft demonstrations, the preparation and serving a medieval feast, the chance to hold a hawk or an owl, black powder artillery demonstrations, and a medieval sword fighting tournament. www.lovebedford.co.uk Bedford Park Concert Weekend Bedford Park, Kimbolton Road, Bedford MK40 2PF Friday 26th July – Cafe Mambo Ibiza’s most iconic sunset bar brings some Balearic magic from the “White Isle” to Bedford Park. DJ’s include Danny Howard, Jason bye, Judge Jules and Maxi Jazz (Faithless) Saturday 27th July – Rita Ora With support acts from Fleur East and Mr Jam Sunday 28th July - Bedford Proms An evening of pomp and patriotism that the whole family can enjoy. Special guests Welsh tenor Wynne Evans and soprano Sarah Fox. Picnics and own drinks welcome! Tickets on Sale Now www.bedfordparkconcerts.co.uk
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Ouse Valley Archers Thursdays 7.00pm – 9.00pm and Sundays 2.00pm – 4.00pm Currently offering a four week introduction in target archery. Run by Archery GB approved coaches. All equipment provided. For experienced archers or those who have completed a beginners course the club shoots indoors/outdoors at Putnoe Primary School & Field, Church Lane, Bedford. For further details visit our website or contact info@ousevalleyarchers.com
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Wootton Badminton Club Thursdays from 7.30pm to 10.00pm Friendly club welcoming anyone who does or has played badminton. Wootton Upper School, Hall End, Wootton, Beds, MK43 9HT woottonbadmclub@gmail.com www.woottonbedfordbadmintonclub.weebly.com
BASKETBALL / DODGEBALL
Bedford Thunder Basketball Club Mini Basketball (Reception to Yr 5) Sundays 9.30am – 11am U14s Development (Yr 6 to Yr 9) Sundays 11am – 12.30pm U18’s Session (Yr 10 to Yr 13) Sundays 2pm – 3.30pm Bedford Academy, Mile Road, Bedford MK42 9TR For information email coach@bedfordthunder.com Bedford Thunder Basketball for Girls Saturday 3pm to 4.30pm Aimed at new players looking to keep fit, make new friends and learn basketball skills £3 per session and runs on a pay-as-you-play basis. As per Basketball England regulations all new members will need to register as a player before their third session – registration cost £10 per year. Bedford Academy, Mile Road Bedford MK42 9TR. Or visit www.thisgirlcan.bedfordthunder.com Bedford Mighty Eagles Dodgeball Team Tuesdays 7pm-9pm A club that plays at a high level but welcomes anyone from any sporting ability and background. 15yrs or over. Men’s and women’s squad. £3 per session – First session free Training is at Wootton Upper School, Hall End Road, MK43 9HT
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Become a Wheelstar at Kempston Bowls Indoor Bowls Club Every Tuesday 12pm till 1.30pm a group of disabled people meet to play bowls from special ‘buggies’ in a friendly environment. A meal is available at the end of the session. You don’t need to have previously bowled. Pop in any from 12pm until 1.30pm for information and to see if you would be interested in a trial. Telephone Anne or Doug on 01234 841071 Kempton Park Indoor Bowls Club Largest Indoor Bowls Club in the area for all ages and abilities. Free taster session followed by 4 coaching sessions at a time to suit you. Bowls and bowls shoes provided for your lessons. Superb facilities. Tel 01234 852291 290 Hillgrounds Road Kempston MK42 8UB www.kempstonparkbowls.co.uk Bromham Short Mat Bowling Club Tuesdays 7.00 pm – 9.30 pm (year round) Monday afternoons 2.00 pm – 4.30 pm (September to June only) Friendly group of people that play short mat bowls. First two sessions are free and where training can be given. Just bring a pair of flat shoes. Bromham Village Hall, Village Rd, Bromham, MK43 8JP Contact Sue Amor on 01234 823610 for more details Mowsbury Park Bowls Club Taster Days Wednesday or Friday 2pm to 4.30pm. Outdoor season starts at the beginning of May until mid-September. Try lawn bowls for FREE. Just bring flat shoes. Entrance is via Wentworth Drive For more info about our club please contact Anne Haynes on 01234 211828 www.mowsburyparkbowlsclub.co.uk Bedford Borough Bowling Club Est over 100 years now enrolling new members and forming a junior section. Indoor and outdoor bowling greens. FREE tuition from qualified instructors, all equipment provided. Just wear flat shoes. Check our web site www.boroughbowlin.org.uk or telephone 01234 340736 for more details Bedford Bowling Club Welcome Sessions Tuesday and Friday 2pm – 4pm Warm, friendly club and the green is in a sheltered part of the park. Taster sessions in Bedford Park (near the café), and we welcome anyone who would like to try the game. All equipment provided just wear flat soled shoes to protect the green. No cost or obligation. For full information ring Ray on 305695, Warwick on 403551, or Alison on 343257.
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Cycling Uk Bedfordshire We meet on a regular basis and have rides to various places, and cater for all abilities. We ride as a group for the pleasure of riding and socialising, nobody gets left behind! See website ctc-bedfordshire.co.uk for details of our forthcoming rides, or ring 01234 219148 for further information.
FOOTBALL
Bedford Girls and Ladies FC Voluntary sports club for girls age 8 and upwards. If you’d like to find out more info please call Jill on 01234 772668 or 07850540631. Bedford FC Mini Soccer Club Every Saturday at Goldington Academy 10.30am till 12.15pm. Boys and girls aged 4-10yrs. £3.00 per child and £5 for two. Our aim is to provide children of all abilities with a unique footballing experience, developing their physical, social and communication skills. www.bedfordfcminisoccer.com.
KARATE
GKR Karate Classes Wednesdays at 6.30pm to 7.30pm Anyone who turns up for a class who is not already a GKR student will get a free 1 hour training session. Putnoe Heights Church, 32 Putnoe Heights, Bedford MK41 8EB
MARTIAL ARTS
Shinpi Izumi Martial Arts Club – Ju Jutsu style Juniors – Mondays -term time only 6-7pm Adult / Senior Tuesdays – all year round 8-9pm St Cuthbert’s Hall, Newnham Street, Bedford, MK40 3JR. Please contact Rob Sensei on 07840 314869 for prices and further information One month free trial available
RUGBY
Little Scrummers Rugby Club Every Saturday at Kings Oak Primary School 8.30am until 11.10am. Exciting, fun & inspiring children’s tag rugby classes for girls and boys from 18 months up to 7 years old! We want to bring rugby to children at a young age to enable them to build their confidence, enjoy sport & have fun! For more information & to book in for a FREE TRIAL please visit us at www.littlescrummers.com
RUNNING
Bedford Parkrun Saturdays Meet at The Bandstand at 9am. Join us for a 5km run around the park (dogs, children and buggies all welcome). Register for free on the Parkrun UK website http:// www.parkrun.org.uk Bedford Junior Parkrun Sundays (4-14 year olds) Jubilee Park, Moulton Ave, Bedford MK42 0HL Weekly free 2k timed run for juniors but please register before your first run! Meet at the skate park 8.45am for warm up http://www.parkrun.org.uk/bedford-juniors/
TABLE TENNIS
Social Table Tennis Mondays & Tuesdays 7.30pm-10.00pm All Ages Welcome. Just Turn Up £4 per player per session, Bats Available, Free Hire Coaching Available. Sports Hall, Lincroft School, Oakley. Call John 07921 093199 Bedford Community Table Tennis Club Every weekday at 2 venues: Bedford Academy Mile Road and Church Lane Community Centre, Goldington.Each session is 2 hours. First Session is FREE at Bedford Academy Wednesday 7.30pm-9.30pm Call Harvey on 07884 938753 first.
WALKING HOCKEY
Wednesdays 7pm – 8pm until end of June £5 per session Just Turn Up Low impact and great fun! Suitable for men & women youngsters to infinity. Bedford Hockey Club, Chester Road, Bedford MK40 4HL
WALKING/RAMBLING
Bedford Rambling Club A small, friendly and sociable walking group who meet on Sunday and Monday mornings for 2-3 hour circular walks generally in and around the Bedford area. We also hold other social events throughout the year. We are always looking for new members and non members are welcome to join us. Please visit our website or contact us for further information. Web Site: https://bedfordramblingclub.org Email: bedfordramblingclub@gmail.com Phone: Christine 01234 360769 BedsLife Magazine cannot be held responsible for any changes, amends or cancellations of a listing. For loads more information on local Sports & Activities visit www.bedslifemagazine.co.uk
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Socialising PUPPIES AND KITTENS Socialisation describes puppies and kittens having pleasant encounters with different people, animals and situations, so that they learn to react appropriately to these things in the future. Puppies and kittens with poor early life experiences are likely to grow into fearful adult dogs and cats, with an increased risk of having behavioural problems.
WHEN IS THE CRITICAL PERIOD FOR PUPPIES AND KITTENS TO BE SOCIALISED? The critical period in which puppy and kitten brains need to be exposed to a wide variety of experiences is between 3 and 12 weeks of age in puppies and 2 to 7 weeks in kittens.
WHAT SORT OF THINGS SHOULD PUPPIES AND KITTENS BE EXPOSED TO DURING THIS TIME? Some of the things that puppies and kittens should get used to include: • General household noises (vacuum cleaner, washing machine, doors closing, taps running, cooking noises) • Gentle handling by a variety of people (men, women, older children) • Gentle brushing and checking of ears, eyes, mouth, paws and tummy • Other animals of the same species
WHAT DOES THIS MEAN FOR POTENTIAL PET OWNERS? Most puppies and kittens go to their new homes towards the end of the socialisation period. This means that we are reliant on the breeders of these pets to have provided good socialisation environments. Puppies and kittens that have been reared in sheds or pens away from the rest of the house are unlikely to settle easily into a family home in the future. If you are rehoming a pet, don’t be afraid to ask to see where the pet has been reared.
WHAT ABOUT HAND-REARED PUPPIES AND KITTENS? Sadly, sometimes puppies and kittens are orphaned and have to be hand reared. It is very important to take advice on socialising these babies from a very early age, to make sure that they grow up to be well-rounded, confident pets.
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Excessive dark sooty mold on leaves or fronds typically grows on the honeydew. An infestation rarely kills healthy plants, but can be disfiguring and cause some damage and/or plant decline. The presence of the white waxy substance, excessive sooty mold and honeydew often appears to be more of a concern or nuisance to property owners. Damage to plants also results from the effects of feeding upon young tissue, which weakens and distorts new growth. Whiteflies are difficult to control. The immature stages are small and difficult to detect. Whiteflies develop quickly and when adults emerge, they rapidly become distributed over
an entire tree or move to other available host plants. In addition, chemical control programs directed at the pest often have limited success as two life stages; the egg and pupa, are tolerant of most insecticides. Winter washes based on spray oil plus a residual insecticide are used on fully dormant trees applied as a spray or brush to kill overwintering eggs. Synthetic insecticides provide reasonable control of whiteflies feeding in protected situations such as rolled or curled leaves, in galls or on the higher branches as these are absorbed by the plant tissues and poison the sap whiteflies feed upon.
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It flowers from early August to late September and I find it a valuable addition to the late summer garden. It does particularly well in full sun in rich, well-drained soil. You can sow them as annuals indoors in spring to set out after frost or plant as perennials in spring or autumn. Divide every 3 to 4 years and deadhead to avoid selfseeding, though personally I see self-seeding as a bonus trait in a plant! Mildew can be an issue on the foliage but can be avoided if you don’t overcrowd the plants. Watch the young foliage because slugs and snails find it tasty. Once the plants are established this isn’t a problem. Rudbeckia ‘Golden compass’ produces masses of classic bright yellow and black Rudbeckia flowers on a bushy plant. It grows up to 70cm in height and can be grown from seed as a halfhardy annual or a short-lived hardy perennial. Rudbeckia fulgida is the classic ‘Black-eyed Susan’, with sunflower-yellow flowers and a very black central cone. It does better in damper ground than many of the varieties so choose this one if your garden is less well-drained. 52
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