Harlow Spring Clean 2020 HARLOW Council is encouraging residents to take pride in their community by taking part in this year’s Great British Spring Clean. The event, which runs from 20 March to 13 April, aims to bring together individuals, community organisations, businesses and schools…

STARRING Harlow’s very own ‘Fanny Galore’ as Glinda The Good and brought to you by KD Theatre Productions, the co-producers of our Christmas Pantomime, Harlow is in for a spectacular treat this Easter! Join Dorothy as she goes on a magical adventure over the rainbow…

ON Thursday, 23rd January, Accuro (Care Services) opened it’s doors to the community for a Volunteer Open Day, celebrating existing and recruiting new volunteers. The charity, which operates across West Essex, provides clubs and services for Children and Adults ages 8 and up with disabilities.…

Review: MHP Theatre Company: New Year, New Talent WE are blessed in Harlow with different theatre groups all doing different things in different ways. MHP Theatre is no different and they have started 2020 by trying a review style show with a number of different…

A show about staying positive in a negative world… Can you remember your first time? Nathaniel can’t seem to forget his. To be fair, he has had it playing on repeat for the last 15 years. Now the party is over, the balloons have all…

Tribute to Shelly Manne with Matt Skelton and Mark Crooks Matt Skelton drums, Mark Crooks sax, James Davison trumpet, Leon Greening keyboards, Jeremy Brown bass. Sheldon Manne (June 11, 1920 – September 26, 1984), professionally known as Shelly Manne, was an American jazz drummer. Most…

COMMUNITY Embrace will be hosting a number of community engagement events through 2020. They will be hosting a Masquerade Ball at the Harlow Hotel in February but this is just part of a series of events. Full details on poster. 1. *Let’s Meet Community Forums*…

ONE of the few known survivors of the pedal-less forerunner of the bicycle has undergone expert repair and refurbishment by the Knutsford Penny Farthing Museum. The Harlow Museum is home to the John Collins Cycle Collection, which includes a Hobby Horse created by London carriage…

Pay it Forward Harlow-need YOUR help! STREETS 2 Homes are working with Safer Places (Women’s Refuge) to create a safe space to house five single female residents who would otherwise be homeless. A spokesperson said: “We have a lovely opportunity to provide these ladies with…

DO you need funding for a local project, activity or event? If so, you could be eligible to bid for funding from £50 up to £500. Harlow Council’s Civic Pride Community Fund is open to all Harlow-based agencies, organisations and voluntary groups. Events and projects…

Celebrating the Golden Age of Big Band and Swing THE GLENN MILLER & BIG BAND SPECTACULAR Featuring Classics from Glenn Miller, Tommy Dorsey, Count Basie, Frank Sinatra and many more…. One Night Only at The Harlow Playhouse on Friday 20 March THE music that filled…

Plant a tree for Harlow in East Park A THIRD community tree planting day organised by Harlow Council is to be held in East Park on Sunday 26 January 2020. The event, which is open to all, will run from 9.30am to 12.30pm. Residents and…

Dear Editor, DID you know that by setting a target, such as a marathon or bike ride, has helped a quarter (25%) of people get fitter in the past? Other successful ways proven to keep your fitness goals on track are; exercising with family and…

NOMINATIONS are invited for North Weald Bassett Parish Council’s Citizen of the Year and Young Citizen of the Year. For the Citizen of the Year award, the parish council is asking people to nominate an individual or group within the community. The nomination may be…