A rockschool-style instrumental workshops on Drums, Bass Guitar and Electric Guitar.  Each hour long lesson is split into 45 mins of 2-to-1 shared instrumental tuition, followed by 15 minute jam session which the whole group play along with a different rock or pop song each week.  A free taster lesson is available to anyone who wants to try out an instrument.  Sessions available are:-
Harpenden - 10th Harpenden Scout HQ, Waldegrave Park, Harpenden - Saturday afternoons from 14.20- 17.30 (3 x hour long sessions)
St Albans - Wadley Scout Hut, Watford Road, Chiswell Green, St Albans - Tuesday evenings from 16.45-21.00 ( 4 x hour long sessions) and Saturday mornings from 09.30-12.40 (3 x hour long sessions)
Welwyn - 2nd Welwyn Scout HQ, Canonsfield Road, Welwyn - Wednesday evenings from 17.50-21.00 (3 x hour long sessions).

For more information or to book, contact www.strumdrum.co.uk, email info@strumdrum.co.uk or call 0844 4780607

A Fresh new stage school providing classes in music, acting and dance for 6-19year olds.  Starting 10th September 2011, 10am-1pm Roundwood Park School.  Classes will cover street dance, contemporary dance, musical theatre, Glee choir, physical theatre, script work, LAMDA, productions showcases, Adult Drama lessons, DJ classes and lots more!  Contact 07773 713131 or infomadskillsperformingarts.co.uk or www.madskillsperformingarts.co.uk for more information.

Saturday Morning Coaching - Autumn Term
Roundwood Primary School, 9am-10am - Reception and Y1. 10am-11am - Y2-4.  £65 per 10 sessions.  Dates are 3rd, 10th & 17th September, 1st, 8th & 22nd October, 5th, 12th and 26th November and 3rd December 2011.

All Coaches are experienced PE Teachers as well as being FA Qualified Coaches.   Please contact 07821 800024 or email info@kingssoccerschool.co.uk or www.kingssoccerschool.co.uk.

Harpenden U-16s rugby team have expanded to a squad of over 50 players; we have build on a strong rugby following in local schools and welcome additional players.  We have a clear and inclusive ethos and a determination to help all players fulfil their potential, in a sporting and social context.  Ability and experience are no barriers, we run a A, B and C team.  We can assure anyone joining they will not be over exposed and will be given the opportunity to develop game and social skills.

So if you are interested in trying out rugby (or a parent who thinks your boy will enjoy rugby), come along on training on Thursdays 7pm-8pm at Harpenden RFC clubhouse or give us a call on 01582 623676 or info@harpendenplus.org.uk and we will let you know how to get involved!

DanceBase is a fully accessible and inclusive dance project for people with and without disabilities aged 5-19.  Our experienced dance tutors work with the creativity of every single young person to help them explore their maximum movement potential.  We put on regular performances for family and friends.  Once a year we put on a full scale performance in a local threatre!  For more information please call 01707 338373 or email info@artsbase.org.uk or www.artsbase.org.uk

Hemel Hempstead - Monday evenings at Woodfield School
Ware - Tuesday evenings at Chauncey School
Hatfield - Wednesday evenings at Birchwood School
Stevenage - Thursday evenings at Leys School

Breathing Space Studio & Day Spa are running yoga classes for 4-7yrs,7-11 yrs, Teens and Teens street dance. For more information, please call 01582 462223 or www.breathingspacespa.co.uk

is only a phonecall away from free, friendly impartial information/guidance on a full range of childcare, children's services and resources across Hertfordshire: - looking for childcare? Do you need any help, advice or details of local childminders? Are you looking for leisure activities to do with your children? Free nursery places - where can you find out more? Where can you get details of parent support organisations?

Call 0300 123 4052 or visit www.hertsdirect.org/fsd

Get Back Into… - Getting More Local Adults Active! 

Want to try an activity you haven’t played for years, or tried before?

Is it time to lead a more active lifestyle?

Want to play in a fun, relaxed and sociable environment with like-minded people? 

From ‘Badminton’ to ‘Bowls’ and ‘Netball’ to ‘Nordic Walking’ there’s an activity to suit everyone within the full programme. All you need to do is visit the website – www.activestalbans.com – to view all the activities being run and find out more about the one/s you’d like to try or call 01727 827667. 

Sam is eight years old and has had a difficult start in life. Thanks to his foster carers Sam is thriving – he enjoys science and art at school and loves to ride his bike with his friends.

 If you could give a child like Sam the care and support he needs, you could make a real difference. Hertfordshire County Council is looking for people who are enthusiastic about working with children and young people, with a spare room in their home. As a foster carer you will receive full training, ongoing support, plus a fee and allowance of up to £392 per child per week.  

To find out more about fostering or our shared care service which provides short breaks to children with disabilities please call 0800 917 0925 or visit www.hertsdirect.org/fostering

Adoption

Hertfordshire’s Family Finding Team is encouraging people to consider whether they could offer a loving and permanent home to children who have had a difficult start in life.
We especially need people from a range of cultural backgrounds to come forward and offer a permanent home for children who badly need stability. We carefully match children to families that reflect their ethnic identity as closely as possible.   

If you would like to find out more about adoption, please call 01438 844 388 or 01438 844 503 between 9 am and 1 pm (Mon-Fri).