Hitchin Nub News is delighted to have a brilliant business in our town as our What's On sponsor: Molly Malones pub

Molly Malones on Nightingale Road is an acclaimed public house that plays a huge part in our community. 

Clare Waller is Molly's renowned landlady who has rejuvenated the popular pub, and is a force for good in our town, with the establishment often providing the platform for charity collections and community events.

Molly's aim is to provide the most welcoming environment to its legion of locals, complete with the best ales available while playing host to live music and a wealth of sociable community events. 

Read on for What's On in Hitchin ahead of the forthcoming weekend

Every week we showcase what's going on in Hitchin - and we share the pick of the best events for you over the forthcoming weekend - Friday July 7 - Sunday July 9

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FRIDAY

FIZZ FRIDAYS AT MOLLY MALONES

Fizz Fridays at Molly Malones 

Come and sample the brilliant atmosphere down at Molly's on Nightingale Road - where you can buy a bottle of Prosecco for only £10 - cheers!

FIZZ FRIDAYS AT MOLLY MALONES

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FRIDAY

CINEMA AT QMT: "Aftersun" (12)

Twenty years after their last holiday at a fading vacation resort, Sophie reflects on the rare time spent with her loving and idealistic father Calum. 

At 11-years-old, as the world of adolescence creeps into Sophie's view, Calum struggles under the weight of life outside of fatherhood. 

Sophie's recollections become a powerful and heartrending portrait of their relationship, as she tries to reconcile the father she knew with the man she didn't.

CINEMA AT QMT: "Aftersun" (12)

Doors and bar 730pm, film 8pm

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HITCHIN FESTIVAL

Our town's brilliant festival is now in full swing and runs until Monday, July 31.

Hitchin Festival, a celebration of culture, entertainment and local businesses returns with more than 70 unique talks, walks, concerts, theatre shows, exhibitions and more.

Among the many events this year, a highlight includes the return of 'The Art Trail', run by Hitchin Creative and turning Hitchin into a giant art gallery with more than 40 town centre venues featuring the work of artists from around the town and members of Hitchin Creative.   

Other notable events include; 'Local Authors, Local Venues' a series of six readings from local authors catering to all ages and taking place in three local venues, Fabios, Halsey's Deli and Gusto's in Churchgate.

There will also be the following: 'Gertrude Lawrence; A lovely way to spend an evening' at St Mary's Church, the Historical play 'Anne & Matilda' at the Market Theatre, Hitchin Town Hall's 'Beer Festival', 'Where are you Hartley Bear?' a heart-warming adventure for children at Hitchin Library, a variety of concerts from the likes of Hitchin Band, Hitchin Chamber Orchestra and Hitchin Concert band plus others and of course the regular series of free lunchtime concerts at St Mary's Church. 

Here's a list of events from the Hitchin Festival for this weekend

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SATURDAY

Karaoke at the Orange Tree

Free entrance

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SATURDAY

Hitchin Art Trail

Hitchin Creative and Hitchin Festival combine to organise Hitchin Art Trail 

Hitchin Creative and Hitchin Festival teams have combined this year to organise the Hitchin Art Trail - a month-long celebration of Hitchin's visual art and artists.

Hitchin Art Trail will feature works by artists from around the town and members of Hitchin Creative for the month of July 2023.

One of the founding directors of Hitchin Creative is award winning artist James Willis. He says: "We wanted to expand Hitchin Festival in July, with so many people spending time in the town and give them a chance to see some of the spectacular visual art being produced by our creative community."

Hitchin Art Trail

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FRIDAY

Club Classics Night - Hitchin Town Hall

Get ready to dance the night away at the much anticipated Club Classics Night at Hitchin Town Hall! 

DJing by MKF Sounds: Featuring iconic music from artists such as Robin S, Crystal Waters, Daft Punk, Moloko, The Shapeshifters, Modjo, Stardust, Shakedown, Sweet Female Attitude, Soul 2 Soul, Ultra Nate and many more, this is one event you won't want to miss.

8pm - 1am 

£9 per person (ticket price includes VAT) 

No refunds or exchanges within 48 hours of event

Over 18's only

Card and contactless payment only

Club Classics Night - Hitchin Town Hall

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SATURDAY

Cats Protection Coffee Morning at St Mary's Church Hall

Everyone is welcome.

Why not come along and support your local charity! All money raised will help us to look to after the cats and kittens in our care.

We are also looking for volunteer fosterers to help us take in more cats and kittens that desperately need homes. We look forward to seeing you there. 

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SATURDAY

Beer Festival at Hitchin Town Hall

Hitchin Town Hall is having a Beer Festival 

We've lined up a whole weekend of beer, DJing, and live music for you to enjoy!

Saturday, July 8 - 12pm - 12am and Sunday, July 9 - 12pm - 9pm

FREE entry!

Over 18s only

Beer Festival at Hitchin Town Hall

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SATURDAY

North Herts Guild of Singers - A Slice of Jazz

Join the North Herts Guild of Singers on Saturday, July 8 for a jazz-inspired programme of choral music that will be sure to have your toes tapping and your fingers clicking. 

The music comes courtesy of experienced jazz musicians such as George Shearing as well as some of the UK's finest choral experts including Bob Chilcott and John Rutter. Expect smooth melodies, scrumptious harmonies and scintillating accompaniment from the Harry Baker Trio. Conducted by Harry Bradford it promises to be a fun and funky affair!

North Herts Guild of Singers - A Slice of Jazz

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SATURDAY

Hitchin Town FC v Luton Town FC XI

We welcome a team from Premier League Luton Town FC in a pre-season friendly at Top Field.

Come down and celebrate and hopefully enjoy a great afternoon of football at Top Field

3pm ko

Hitchin Town FC v Luton Town FC XI

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SUNDAY

Introduction to embroidery workshop

Have you ever wanted to learn embroidery but didn't know where to start? This 2 hour workshop will introduce you to this wonderful skill starting with the basics.

You will learn how to

* choose suitable fabrics to stitch on

* transfer a design to fabric

* create 6 basic stitches: running stitch, backstitch, satin stitch, chain stitch, lazy daisy stitch and French knots

By the end of the workshop, participants will have created their own embroidery sampler and will have the skills and knowledge needed to continue exploring the art of embroidery on their own.

This small group workshop will take place at The Furniture Parlour in Hitchin. The class is limited so that everyone can get the support they need.

All materials as well as tea and coffee will be provided

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FRIDAY/SATURDAY/SUNDAY AT MOLLY MALONES

Get there early and sample the unique Molly's atmosphere and enjoy their special offers

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SUNDAY

St Mary's Church services & opening times

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EVERY SUNDAY MORNING AT ROCK GYM

BOOST YOUR MENTAL HEALTH WITH MEN'S TRAINING SESSIONS

Rock Health and Fitness run a male mental health session for men over 40 every Sunday at 11am. It is a relaxed session for all abilities and those taking part enjoy strength training, cardio and conditioning and/or boxing.

To sign up to Rock Gym click here

BOOST YOUR MENTAL HEALTH WITH MEN'S TRAINING SESSIONS

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COMING SOON...

Todd in the Hole

The Todd in the Hole team have been busy making sure this year is their biggest festival yet. 

With headliners including Ultimate Coldplay, The Rocket Man – a tribute to Elton John, Supersonic Queen, Judge Jules & Pat Sharp already on the bill they've just released their next wave of announcements for The Woods Stage. 

On Saturday festival goers can enjoy music from; The Saboteurs, The Desert Penguins, The Dirty Half Hundred, The Scallywags, Daisy & The Dukes, Meanstreak and Definitely Could be Oasis. 

Super Sunday in The Woods will welcome The Arctic Monkeyz, Chasing Mumford, Ska Britannia and Kazabian to Todd for the first time. 

With a brand-new Wellness & Wellbeing area and details of the Family Arena still to come, this is shaping up to be a perfect weekend. The camping and glamping offering which includes hot showers, posh loos, great coffee and even morning yoga means family and friends can enjoy the whole festival experience. 

With limited Tier One tickets left visit www.toddinthehole.co.uk for more information.

Have you got your ticket for Todd in the Hole as acclaimed family friendly music festival gears up for its biggest event yet

Todd in the Hole

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On Now at North Herts Museum:

Structural Stories: The history of six North Herts buildings

Structural Stories: The history of six North Herts buildings

Until August 6

Across the last 18 months, our Museum and Town Hall's Digital Apprentice has searched our photographic archives for a social media series highlighting some of her favourite local buildings. Reaching the Museum's followers on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram, the series generated much interest and lots of sharing of memories.

This exhibition celebrates the history of our local area and brings some highlights of Ellen's social media campaign back into the physical museum, helping to reach those visitors who are not active online or who missed the campaign the first time around.

This exhibition has been curated by Ellen Munson and is located in The Arches, part of the Terrace Gallery.

Letchworth Garden City photographs kindly supplied by Garden City Collection

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ONE FOR YOUR DIARY

The Harvathon: Get set for running event in aid of mental health charity PoetsIN after Rock Gym owner Gayle lost her beloved brother

THE HARVATHON 2023 

Sunday, August 20

9am – 4pm 

Offley Recreational Ground, Great Offley 

The first official RUN STRONG running event is happening! 

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PS: If you or someone you know is organising an event throughout 2023 don't forget to NUB IT for free in our what's on section here.

Just click the black 'Nub it' button, fill in the form and click submit, it should only take a few minutes to complete - and you'll also be included in our weekly newsletter too!

Browse our What's On section - and remember – you can add your event for FREE using the 'Nub It' button.

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