Welcome to What's On in Letchworth, Baldock and Stotfold over this weekend

Every week we showcase what's going on in our areas over the coming weekend - Friday November 25 to Sunday November 27

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SATURDAY:

Letchworth's Christmas Lights switch on

There's not long now until our town's Christmas Lights switch on!

This exciting event will take place this weekend - will you be attending?

Organisers say: "This Saturday, across the town centre - entertainers, a market and a parade - Santa and elves!

"Enjoy extended opening in shops, cafes and bars into the evening."

The enjoyable, annual event for young and old in our town takes place on Saturday (November 26) between 11am and 7pm in Letchworth town centre. Christmas Light Switch On at 5pm

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SUNDAY

Filmmaking workshop with John Harrigan

SUNDAY

Filmmaking workshop with John Harrigan

Are you passionate about film or filmmaking? Would you like to learn something new? Come join our unique workshop and learn the art of filmmaking.

10am to 6pm Letchworth Broadway Cinema

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Filmmaking workshop with John Harrigan

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St Andrew's Day:

Baldock: Celebrate St Andrew's Day with Robin Campbell's Celtic MashUp Scottish Night

St Andrew's Day:

Baldock: Celebrate St Andrew's Day with Robin Campbell's Celtic MashUp Scottish Night

We have the excellent Robin Campbell with his MashUp band, giving us a real mixture of traditional and more contemporary songs with lots of opportunities to sing along on St Andrew's Day on Wednesday, November 30.

Also on the bill are The Tangler's Irregulars with some favourite Scottish ballads, and singer/songwriter Kevin Johnson, originating from Shetland. 

So all in all, expect a right guid night of live songs and tunes from north of the border. 

Free entry, but please bring some cash for our 'passing round the hat' to support the performers, and also for our legendary raffle!

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WHAT'S ON AT LETCHWORTH'S BROADWAY CINEMA ON SATURDAY

WHAT'S ON AT LETCHWORTH'S BROADWAY CINEMA ON SATURDAY

SHREK FOREVER AFTER U

Rumpelstiltskin tricks a mid-life crisis burdened Shrek into allowing himself to be erased from existence and cast in a dark alternate timeline where Rumpelstiltskin rules supreme.

1030am

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MATILDA THE MUSICAL PG

An adaptation of the Tony and Olivier award-winning musical. Matilda tells the story of an extraordinary girl who, armed with a sharp mind and a vivid imagination, dares to take a stand to change her story with miraculous results.

1050am

150pm

515pm

830pm

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SHE SAID 15

New York Times reporters Megan Twohey and Jodi Kantor break one of the most important stories in a generation — a story that helped launch the #MeToo movement and shattered decades of silence around the subject of sexual assault in Hollywood.

11am

245pm

5pm

8pm

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STRANGE WORLD PG

The legendary Clades are a family of explorers whose differences threaten to topple their latest and most crucial mission.

1120am

220pm

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THE MENU 15

A young couple travels to a remote island to eat at an exclusive restaurant where the chef has prepared a lavish menu, with some shocking surprises

130pm

815pm

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LIVING 12A

An English-language adaptation of the script of "Ikiru" (1952), set in London in the 1950s

115pm

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BLACK PANTHER: WAKANDA FOREVER 12A

The nation of Wakanda is pitted against intervening world powers as they mourn the loss of their king T'Challa.

345pm

740pm

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THE MENU 15

A young couple travels to a remote island to eat at an exclusive restaurant where the chef has prepared a lavish menu, with some shocking surprises

545pm

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SUBTITLED SCREENING: THE MENU 15

A young couple travels to a remote island to eat at an exclusive restaurant where the chef has prepared a lavish menu, with some shocking surprises

845pm

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Letchworth: Countdown to Christmas!

With Christmas just 32 sleeps away, community groups, organisations and residents throughout Letchworth and surrounding areas are gearing up to host festive events to get everyone into the holiday spirit.

Nub News is proud to be in the heart of our community - so please find full details of Christmas festivities below - and don't forget if you have an event coming up to 'Nub It' with us here to share your news and be seen by our ever-growing number of readers.

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Letchworth's Christmas Lights switch on

Get set for Letchworth's Christmas Lights switch on: Find out more about this exciting event in our town centre

There's not long now until our town's Christmas Lights switch on!

This exciting event will take place this weekend - will you be attending?

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CHRISTMAS EVENTS COMING UP IN AND AROUND LETCHWORTH:

The Snowman at Broadway with the Hitchin Band 

CHRISTMAS EVENTS COMING UP IN AND AROUND LETCHWORTH:

The Snowman at Broadway with the Hitchin Band 

A young boy can't believe his eyes one winter's night when a snowman comes to life and an unforgettable adventure begins.

Enjoy a special screening of the timeless classic animated film, the Snowman featuring a live performance of Howard Blake's musical score specially adapted for brass band and performed for you by the Hitchin Band.

A perfect opportunity to enjoy a festive family friendly morning of music and film.

Until Sunday, December 5

The Snowman at Broadway with the Hitchin Band 

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St Ippolyts Church Nativity Crib Festival - Saturday, December 3 and Sunday, December 4

St Ippolyts Church Nativity Crib Festival - Saturday, December 3 and Sunday, December 4

The St Ippolyts Church Nativity Crib Festival will be held again this year on Saturday, December 3 and Sunday, December 4 from 11am to 5pm.

St Ippolyts Church Nativity Crib Festival - Saturday, December 3 and Sunday, December 4

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Christmas Fair - in aid of Garden House Hospice - Sunday, December 11 

Christmas Fair - in aid of Garden House Hospice - Sunday, December 11 

The Friends of Garden House Hospice Christmas Fair returns on Sunday, December 11 to The Cloisters in Letchworth from midday until 430pm

With a wide range of different stalls selling everything from art and plants, to clothing and accessories, children's toys and wonderful gift ideas. 

There will also be a raffle to win fabulous Christmas treats, fairground rides for the little ones and of course a visit from Santa himself! 

Hot mulled wine and mince pies will be available throughout the day and, if you fancy a little more, hot food will also be served alongside a bar. 

Why not pop along for a spot of Christmas shopping or something to treat yourself? 

Garden House would be grateful for any donations to the hospice on entry. 

Christmas Fair - in aid of Garden House Hospice - Sunday, December 11 

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Standalone Farm - The Santasaurus Show - Wednesday, December 14

Standalone Farm - The Santasaurus Show - Wednesday, December 14

Join Peepo the Parasaurolophus on a frosty, festive adventure and help us find the Santasaurus! 

Enter the jolly Jurassic and go on a Christmas exploration, meeting lots of fun and friendly dinos on the way.

Visitors will be welcomed into our rustic barn for a festive show featuring the Dino Babies, after which little ones will have the opportunity to enter our special barn grotto where they can choose a gift.

Standalone Farm - The Santasaurus Show - Wednesday, December 14

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Farmers on Christmas Light Tour - Saturday, December 17

Farmers on Christmas Light Tour - Saturday, December 17

Saturday, December 17 - 6pm to 7.30pm through Baldock, Letchworth and Hitchin

A date not to be missed! After its success last year, the Farmers on Christmas Lights Tour is back for 2022, bringing you a huge dose of festive cheer tractor-style a week before Christmas.

Over 100 tractors and farm vehicles covered in Christmas lights and decorations will once again be taking part, driving through Baldock, Letchworth and Hitchin in a sight that is sure to put a smile on the faces of everyone young and old. Thousands turned out on the streets to support the farmers last year and we know their return will be extremely popular!

Farmers on Christmas Light Tour - Saturday, December 17

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Christmas Charity Craft Fayre at Ickleford Village Hall - Saturday, December 17 

Christmas Charity Craft Fayre at Ickleford Village Hall - Saturday, December 17 

Christmas Craft Fayre at Ickleford Village Hall and the proceeds will be given to the Make A Wish Foundation for critically Ill children. 

We have Santa visiting, as well as a raffle and a tombola too. 

The craft fair is also to promote the talents of our villagers as well as some local friends. This is a family /community gathering and we hope a wonderful atmosphere to celebrate the season and help with shopping needs as well. 

We really want to raise as much as we can for the children and their families especially at Christmas as well as help the local families the chance to see Santa here too. 

The event will be on Saturday, December 17 from 10am-4pm at Ickleford Village Hall.

Christmas Charity Craft Fayre at Ickleford Village Hall - Saturday, December 17

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Rosie Reindeer & the Christmas Wish - Sunday, December 18

Rosie Reindeer & the Christmas Wish - Sunday, December 18

This year Imajica Theatre are bringing their brand new Christmas Storybook Rosie Reindeer & the Christmas Wish to life on the stage

Rosie Reindeer has a big wish, one she would like to share!

Tickets available online at www.imajicatheatre.co.uk

Rosie Reindeer & the Christmas Wish - Sunday, December 18

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Big Feast and a Big Band at Hermitage Rd this festive season - find out about Christmas and NYE packages

Why not celebrate Christmas and New Year's Eve at a renowned town centre location?

Celebrate Christmas & New Year's Eve at the highly-acclaimed Hermitage Rd this festive season.

From Monday, November 28 through until Saturday, December 24, why not book yourself in to enjoy a Christmas celebratory meal at Hermitage Rd.

Be sure to book your tickets early - [email protected]

Big Feast and a Big Band at Hermitage Rd this festive season - find out about Christmas and NYE packages

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