BR6 Area Guide

Free, in-store Grow How demonstrations will take place on the first Saturday and first Wednesday of the month, at 10.30am and 3.30pm OUR FREE, IN-STORE GROW HOW DEMONSTRATIONS WILL TAKE PLACE ON THE FIRST SATURDAY AND FIRST WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH, AT 10.30AM AND 3.30PM We're encouraging the nation to grow their own and work with the seasons to maximise their outdoor and indoor space, no matter how big or small! Grow How offers you an interactive opportunity to learn from our Green Team and improve your gardening skills. These educational sessions are built to be flexible, fun and interactive. Taking around 30 minutes, you can look forward to a live demonstration followed by a Q&A session, where a member of our Green Team will share their top tips and know-how. Join us on Saturday 3 and Wednesday 7 May at 10.30am and 3.30pm to learn all about loving our lawns and how Dobbies is supporting Alzheimer Research UK’s Think Brain Health campaign to inspire people to keep their brain healthy through gardening and garden living. The workshop will cover: The basics Mowing, watering, feeding & fertilising Aeration and weeding Year-round lawn care calendar Plus a demo on how to repair your lawn with grass plugs Book your place or join us on the day. We are proud to be supporting and working in partnership with Alzheimer's Research UK to highlight the benefits of garden living for brain health and to raise funds to help find a cure for dementia. Alzheimer’s Research UK’s Think Brain Health campaign aims to educate people about the steps they can take to look after their brains and help reduce the risk of dementia. The campaign is focused on three simple rules – love your heart, stay sharp and keep connected. Gardening is a great activity to keep hearts healthy through physical exercise; our brains sharp by learning new skills; to stay connected through the joy that gardens bring. As well as getting out into the garden, you can also support Alzheimer Research UK by donating at the time of booking or in store on the day. Please note that advanced booking is not required put preferred to allow our store colleagues to prepare the best session possible for you

“Tip-top show tunes that worm their way into ears of all ages” - Time Out London “ brilliant. Actually entertaining for adults and simply magical for the kids.” @daddyshortlegs A fun, interactive family concert of songs from hit musicals and films featuring West End singers. The whole family can sing and dance along to songs from Mary Poppins, Hairspray, The Sound of Music, The Lion King, Frozen and many more whilst enjoying bubbles, puppets, actions and dance moves in a joyful 45 minute performance suitable for all ages. Open to all ages (recommended 0 - 7). Concerts last approximately 45 minutes, doors open 15 minutes before start time. Visit the Baby Broadway website for more information www.babybroadway.co.uk

Bromley take on Cheltenham Town in this Sky Bet League Two fixture.

Transport yourself back to the neon-soaked era of the 1980s with TROPICANA NIGHTS The Ultimate 80s Party night! As the beats of iconic artists like Michael Jackson, Madonna and Duran Duran fill the air, guests don their legwarmers, acid-washed jeans, beads and oversized blazers and the venue will be a kaleidoscope of vibrant colours, disco lights and theming that creates that nostalgic 80s atmosphere. As the night unfolds, the DJ mixes in all your favourite 80s dance floor classics, ensuring that every guest experiences the full spectrum of 80s musical magic. TROPICANA NIGHTS is not just an event; it's a time-traveling celebration that leaves everyone with memories of a night spent in the most unforgettable decade of music and fashion. TROPICANA NIGHTS NOT CLUB NIGHTS, JUST GREAT PARTIES!

Celebrate International Dawn Chorus Day with us on 5th May (Bank Holiday Monday) in beautiful Goddington Park. This walk will be led by lifelong birder and RSBP member Jo East, who will help with identifying as many species as possible by their birdsong. Meet at the circular bench 5.15 to set off promptly at 5.30 a.m. It may sound a little early but it's the best time of day to hear the dawn chorus as birds awaken throughout the park. Bring binoculars if you have them, but mainly your ears! Places are free but limited, so book early to reserve yours. Please leave dogs at home.

This will be an opportunity to enjoy the sights and sounds of Spring! We will also look at some of the work carried out in the winter months by the working party.