Find out what's on in and around St Albans for you and your young children. We've tried to list all the one off family fun and child friendly events in the area, that are suitable for younger children but if you can think of others please let us know. We always appreciate any suggestions of things to do in the area. These details are subject to change by the venue so it may be worth a call to the venue prior to departure.

May

Sat May 19th - Harpenden 1st Baby Show - Harpenden Public Halls
A fantastic day out for for families and expectant mums. Over 45 local companies are holding stalls, all pregnancy, baby, toddler and child related! Soft Play, Face Painting, Competitions, Soccer, Music, Craft and more for the Children. 10am- 4pm. Tickets £5 in advance £6 on the day. One ticket per family. Tickets available from Baby Years, 10 Leyton Road, Harpenden.

Sat 19th May - Story Reading - A Celebration of the Children's Laureate - Waterstones - St Albans
Come and share your favourite stories from the Children's Laureate Julia Donaldson.
11:00AM - 12:00PM, Further details: 0843 290 8601

Sun 20th May - Children's Book Festival - Luton Hoo Walled Garden
Welcome to the first Luton Hoo Walled Garden Children's Book Festival. The first literary festival especially for families and young people in Bedfordshire/Hertfordshire. We aim to provide a day of fun, frolics and all things bookish for the whole family. Set in the magical Walled Gardens at Luton Hoo and themed to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Frances Hodgson Burnett's book The Secret Garden. Entrance £5 (under 5s free) plu £2 authors talks. 10am-5pm
Tickets available from WHSmiths (Harpenden and St Albans) and at www.lutonlibrarytheatre.com.

Sun 20th May - Harpenden Carnival - Rothamstead Park Harpenden
Procession starts at 12 noon. £3 in advance £5 on the day.Under 1s free. Tickets available from various Harpenden locations.

Sat 26th May - Hungarian weekend school open day and fair - The Marlborough Science Academy - St Albans
A Hungarian weekend school for children 0-8 is to open in St Albans in September 2012. The location is The Marlborough Science Academy, St Albans.
The introductory trial day is on 26 May 2012 between 1-4 pm. This day we are also having a fair offering authentic Hungarian food and handmade folk products.
Available classes from September: 0-3 years: baby-mummy club with lots of music and games, 3-5 years; nursery classes with puppet shows and games and other classes for older children and adults . Please contact Beatrix Konya 07931434420 or email beatrix.konya@gmail.com

Sun 27th May – Sunday Stories – Museum of St Albans
Words within Worlds – stories from different countries. Story-time session for the under-7s. Cost: £1.00. Tel: 01727 819340.

June

Sat 2nd June - Story Reading - Winnie at the Seaside - Waterstones - St Albans
Join our resident story reader for some stories from the seaside.
11:00AM - 12:00PM, Further details: 0843 290 8601

Sun 3rd June – This is a That – Trestle Arts Base
In an apartment in Paris where nothing is quite as it seems, join Josette and her papa as they dance with their ears, eat a piece of the moon, and meet a toy soldier called Jacqueline. The show is a unique fusion of dance and theatre for children and their grown-ups. Suitable for ages 4+. Running time approximately 50 minutes. 2.30pm. Tel: 01727 850950.

Tues 12th June and Tues 19th June - Introduction to Knitting - Courtyard Cafe
Daytime class ideal for expectant mums or during preschool/nursery time! Over two Tuesday mornings: 10-12pm. Quality Merino wool and knitting needles included, along with patterns to take away and tutorials to inspire. No previous knitting experience required. Please contact Helen Burridge on 07790 029729 or hello@homespunliving.co.uk for more information.

Sat 16th June - Story Reading - Small Knight and George - Waterstones - St Albans
Come and celebrate the Queen's Diamond Jubilee with stories with a royal theme and the chance to decorate your own crown jewels.
11:00AM - 12:00PM, Further details: 0843 290 8601

Sun 17th June - Summer Fayre - Oaklands College Smallford Campus
Fun for all the family. Inflatables, various stalls, climbing wall, Fun Fair, Tractor rides, live bands, sports competitions.
11am - 5pm. Free entry and free parking
Tel: 01727 737 080

Sun 24th June – Queen's Knickers – Museum of St Albans
Smart suit or pretty dress for the Queen's Jubiliee? Listen to the Queen's Knickers and other Nicholas Allen stories. Story-time session for the under-7s. Cost: £1.00. Tel: 01727 819340.

Tues 26th June and Tues 3rd July - Introduction to Crochet - Courtyard Cafe
Daytime class ideal for antenatal period or during nursery/preschool hours ie NOT SUITABLE FOR under 16s
Over two Tuesday mornings: 10-12pm. Quality Merino wool and crochet hook included, along with patterns to take away and tutorials to inspire. No previous crochet experience required!
Please contact Helen Burridge on 07790 029729 or hello@homespunliving.co.uk for more information.

Sat 30th June - Story Reading - The Cat in the Hat - Dr Seuss - Waterstones - St Albans
Some fantastic tongue-twisting books from Dr Seuss expertly (we hope!) read by our resident story reader.
11:00AM - 12:00PM, Further details: 0843 290 8601

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