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A fun evening playing Badminton. It was really lovely and a giggle for us all, especially when we lost the shuttlecock in the curtain. Supported by Saffron Walden Golf Club #fridayvibes #FridayNight #funandgames #lovinglife

A couple of birthday trip choices tonight for the GWOFers. Bowling is a firm favourite, so bowling at Tenpin with dinner at McDonald’s afterwards. Great competition with a joint score at one point! Supported by The National Lottery Community Fund and #lotteryplayers #FridayFeeling #FridayNight #makingmemories #MakeADifference #startoftheweekend

We had such a lovely evening, celebrating our wonderful Nicky’s birthday! Sarah took to the piano to play a special Happy Birthday, while Emma and Barry presented a card and some flowers We practiced rhythms, we listened to a new instrument, we had great fun doing some body percussion, and of course we continued to practice for our very special performance in 2027! We even managed to fit in a super speedy fire drill! Well done everyone!! Supported by Postcode Lottery UK awa

Jumble Sale Fundraiser raised an incredible 644.50 Thank you so much to all of our volunteers, members, donators, browsers and customers! We had a huge amount of second-hand items—clothes, books, toys, household goods, and bric-a-brac—at bargain prices. #fundraiser #supportlocal #MakeADifference

This week we held our popular games and puzzles night for our members. Everyone got ready for an evening of fun, friendly competition, and great company! #GamesNight #sidebyside #MakeADifference #makingmemoriestogether

Yet another busy and productive session at GrowAbility this week! This week we separated into different groups, which proved really productive! Everyone quickly got stuck into their own jobs and made a great contribution. Our Autumn jobs are well underway. With tomato bushes being cut back and added to the compost, onions being planted, and plenty of lovely leeks harvested. It’s always great to see everyone working together and taking pride in keeping the growing spaces looki

What a fantastic evening we all had! Everyone practiced their conducting skills after receiving instructions from Nicky. We worked hard at learning the words for some of our new performance songs, and we absolutely loved using the glockenspiels to play along to Doh a Deer!! We felt like an outsize Van Trapp family!! Then there were two birthdays to celebrate! Congratulations to Noah on his 21st and happy birthday also, to our lovely Joel! Supported by the Postcode Lottery UK

We love our monthly get togethers at Fairycroft House in Fast Eddie’s Bar! Tonight we are celebrating three birthdays! Plus karaoke, socialising and planning. Such a great night as always! Supported by the The National Lottery Community Fund and #lotteryplayers #fridaynight #celebrate #startoftheweekend #MakeADifference

Another very busy and productive session at GrowAbility this week. It was lovely to see everyone getting stuck into their own jobs and taking pride in what they were doing. The polytunnel has been completely transformed and is looking fantastic. Lots of hard work went into getting it organised and ready for the coming weeks ahead. Hats off to Barry and Marion! The chillies that Julie sowed are now hanging up to dry and look absolutely beautiful, adding a lovely splash of colo

After our very exciting and successful performance on Saturday at Saffron Walden Community Day, we were straight back to work, rehearsing for an extra special performance in 2027!! Everyone has so much to learn over the coming months, but we know that this incredible group of hard working and talented individuals, will rise to the challenge with flying colours. We are so proud of you all Saffron Walden Music Man Members 🤩 Supported by the Postcode Lottery UK awarded by the