Good morning. I hope you’re as ready for the weekend as I am.

There may not be a packed calendar this time around, but there is one event everyone seems excited about today, the board games session at Waltham Cross Library. On Saturday, there’s also a lively children’s event at Hoddesdon Library, so things might get a little noisy, but that just adds to the fun.

For everything else happening locally, I’ve pulled it all together for you below so you don’t have to go searching. The weather might not be at its best, but don’t let that keep you indoors. A walk outdoors can lift your mood and you might even spot something new, or bump into me along the way.

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📅 Fri 16 Jan 2026 & Fri 30 Jan 2026 | ⏰ 2:00–3:30pm
📍 Waltham Cross Library
🎟 Free
📝 Relaxed drop-in board games session for adults, a simple way to meet people and try different games.
📞 0300 123 4049

📅 Tue 20 Jan 2026
📍 Waltham Cross Jobcentre, Waltham Cross
🎟 Free, booking required
📝 First Town Centre Business Forum of 2026, open to all Waltham Cross businesses to connect, share issues, and shape priorities for the year ahead.
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📅 Thu 22 Jan 2026 | ⏰ 7:00–9:00pm
📍 Mayhem Function Hall, Hoddesdon EN11 8HF
🎟 £25 per person
📝 Guided painting session where you create your own Highland cow artwork. Ticket includes all materials, drinks, and snacks. No experience needed. Ages 8+.
🔗 Book: https://www.splatterandnatter.art/

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📅 Sat 24 Jan 2026 | ⏰ 1:00–3:00pm
📍 Mayhem Function Hall, Hoddesdon EN11 8HF
🎟 £25 per person
📝 Same relaxed, guided painting session with all materials and refreshments included.
🔗 Book: https://www.splatterandnatter.art/

📅 Tue 27 Jan 2026 | ⏰ 10:30am–3:30pm
📍 Queen Eleanor Square, Waltham Cross
🎟 Free, drop-in
📝 Free NHS health checks, blood pressure checks, and general wellbeing advice.

📅 Fri 30 Jan 2026
📍 Hoddesdon Library, Broxbourne
🎟 Free, no booking required
📝 Practical advice from experts on spotting scams and staying safe online.

📅 Fri 30 Jan 2026
🕖 Doors 7:00pm | Show 8:00pm
📍 Hertfordshire Studios, Hoddesdon
🎟 £15 per ticket
📝 Live stand-up comedy night. £1 from every ticket goes to Stars for Smiles Charity.

📅 Wed 18 Feb 2026 | ⏰ 10:30am–3:00pm
🤫 Quiet hour 3:00–4:00pm by appointment
📍 Lowewood Museum, Hoddesdon
🎟 Free entry, donations welcome
📝 Family-friendly day featuring fossil handling and creative art activities, with a calmer quiet hour option.

📅 Fri 23 Jan 2026 | ⏰ 7:30pm
📍 The Spotlight, Hoddesdon
🎟 Ticketed
📝 A high-energy rock ’n’ roll variety show celebrating 40 years on the road, featuring music from the 1950s, 60s and 70s.

📅 Sat 31 Jan – Sun 1 Feb 2026
📍 The Spotlight, Hoddesdon
🎟 Ticketed
📝 A weekend showcase of local dance and performing arts talent, featuring multiple schools and performers.

📅 Fri 6 Feb 2026
📍 The Spotlight, Hoddesdon
🎟 Ticketed
📝 Confirmed performance date at The Spotlight, following earlier listings on some schedules.

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Friday

10°C 🌡 5°C | 🌧 Light rain showers and a gentle breeze | ☀ Sunrise 08:00 Sunset 16:21

Saturday

16°C 🌡 9°C | 🌦 Light rain showers and a moderate breeze | ☀ Sunrise 07:59 Sunset 16:22

Sunday

17°C 🌡 7°C | ☁ Light cloud and light winds | ☀ Sunrise 07:58 Sunset 16:24

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