Osman Mir
Osman Mir is fast becoming a name to be reckoned with in the music industry. He has gained immense popularity and recognition in the last 15 years. Having started out as a tabla player, he went on to garner fame as a singer - especially in the folk, devotional and Ghazals genres.
Watford Colosseum, Rickmansworth Road, Watford, Sunday, July 15, 6.30pm. Details: 01923 571102 watfordcolosseum.co.uk
Bratislava Hot Sernaders
This outstanding 21-piece internationally acclaimed ensemble includes multi reed players, three violins and the beautiful Serenaders Sisters trio as an added bonus. Led by brilliant trumpet player Juraj Bartos, the Serenaders play the music of Paul Whiteman, Ellington, the Goldkette Orchestra, early Basie and the famous Jack Hylton and Carroll Gibbons orchestras. It’s excitement all the way from musicians ranked amongst the world’s best, playing with amazing authenticity.
The Radlett Centre, 1 Aldenham Avenue, Radlett, Saturday, July 14, 8pm. Details: 01923859291 radlettcentre.co.uk
Sarah Millican
Sarah Millican is not a control freak, she’s a control enthusiast. Do you arrange the nights out? Are you in charge of passports on holiday? Then so are you! Whether you’re sorting the tickets for this show or turning up when you’re told to, welcome. You’ll learn about Rescue Men, farting in hospital pants, what can happen at a bra fitting, the benefits of casserole, plus tips on how to talk to shop assistants and the correct way to eat a biscuit.
The Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St Albans, Sunday, July 15, and Monday, July 16, 8pm. Details: 01727 844488 alban-arena.co.uk
Inside Out (U)
After young Riley is uprooted from her Midwest life and moved to San Francisco, her emotions - Joy, Fear, Anger, Disgust and Sadness - conflict on how best to navigate a new city, house and school.
The Parade, High Street, Watford, Saturday, July 14, 10am. Details: 01923 226400 watfordbigevents.co.uk
The Art of Glass
A solo exhibition by Amanda Charles. Amanda’s work is influenced by iconic contemporary art movements drawing inspiration from the simplicity of Bauahus Modernism to the complexity of non-representational Abstract Expressionism. Her compositions are abstract, often using colour, linear intricate detailing and geometric pattern to drive the narrative and achieve chromatic harmony. On Thursday 12 July, 6pm to 8pm, come along to see the new exhibition and meet the artist. Amanda will give a talk about her work and a demonstration in glass art construction points.
Watford Museum, 194 Lower High Street, Watford, until Saturday, September 1. Details: 01923 232297 watfordmuseum.org.uk
Bushey Fun Dog Show
The annual Bushey Fun Dog Show returns with a great competition, dog-related stalls and fun for all the family. The Best in Show will win an exclusive photoshoot with pet photographer Bridget Davey and vouchers towards prints.
King George Recreation Ground, King George Avenue, Bushey, Sunday, July 15, 12pm to 3pm. Details: 07974 778548 friendsofkinggeorge@gmail.com
Croxley Green Fifth Annual Festival
Free music and children's mini-festival featuring live music and bouncy inflatables.
Croxley Green Community Club, Community Way, Croxley Green, Friday, July 13, to Sunday, July 15. Details: 01923 777647
Fun Dog Show
Bring your dog along and have a go on the agility course, or enter your adorable pooch in the Fun Dog Show.
National Animal Welfare Trust, Tylers Way, Watford Bypass, Saturday, July 14, 11am to 3pm. Details: 02089500177 j.defriez@nawt.org.uk
Chorleywood Village Day
With over 5,000 expected to attend, there will be over 100 stalls on display and various attractions including birds of prey and the fun dog show.
Chorleywood Common, Chorleywood, Saturday, July 14, 12pm to 4pm. Details: 01923 285594
Bedmond Summer Fair
Come along to this fun village fair - a great afternoon for all the family with bouncy castle and slide, fair rides, food stalls, market stalls, lots of traditional games and much more.
Bedmond Playing Fields, Toms Lane, Bedmond, Saturday, July 14, 12pm to 4pm. Details: 07825 686228
Sharpe’s Rifles
Let the museum transport you back in time to the Napoleonic era. Watch a thrilling display of military skill, meet soldiers, find out about the life of a rifleman in Wellington’s army, and visit the living history encampment.
Chiltern Open Air Museum, Newland Park, Gorelands Lane, Chalfont St Giles, Saturday, July 14, and Sunday, July 15, 10am to 5pm. Details: 01494 871117 coam.org.uk
Summer Reading Challenge
There’s going to be a lot of mischief going on at your library this summer when the Mischief Makers Summer Reading Challenge 2018 launches on Saturday. Children are challenged to read six library books of their choice over the holidays and return to the library to tell staff and volunteers about them. As they tackle this challenge, young readers will also search Beanotown for a mysterious buried treasure, helped by the most famous mischief makers of them all – Dennis and Gnasher! There are exciting rewards to collect along the way, featuring all the clues needed to find the treasure.
Watford Central Library, Hempstead Road, Watford, Saturday, July 14, to Saturday, September 8. Details: 0300 123 4049 hertfordshire.gov.uk/libraries
Baby and Children’s Market
A bountiful market with thousands of pre-loved and handmade goods to choose from. The market venue is buggy friendly and able to accommodate hundreds of people. The majority of the stallholders will be offering their pre-loved goods for sale; these are complimented by craft stalls offering handmade and unique products.
Mill End Sports & Social Sports Club, 52 Penn Road, Rickmansworth, Saturday, July 14, 12pm to 2pm. Details: 07467 104488 cheekimonkeys.co.uk
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