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Local Events


Local Events & Meet UPs


Whatever your interests and passions may be, from exercise and reading to networking and skill developing, We Are Harpenden - along with our members - are offering local events that will be the place for you to come and make new friends, meet like-minded people, learn new skills, and connect with other locals over shared interests.

We are excited to share that we have launched our first ‘We Are Meetups’ groups - ‘We Are Mums’ & ‘We Are Wine & Spirit Club’ which you are all welcome to come along to! Please see the list of local events below.

Connecting our community one meet up at a time.”


 
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We Are Mums: Summer Party!
Jul
12
10:00 am10:00

We Are Mums: Summer Party!

 

We Are Mums: summer party!


 

You’re Invited!


We are very excited to share with you that our next ‘We Are Mums: Pastries & Play’ morning is our Summer Party Event, which will be held on Friday 12th July 2024 and you are invited!

We are joined by some wonderful local businesses at Hoo House in Harpenden from 10am - 12pm. This event is suitable for children from birth to preschool ages.

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“A simple way for mums to find mum friends locally.
Connecting our community, one meet up at a time”.

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Your ticket includes: 

  • A hot drink (tea/coffee/herbal)

  • A selection of freshly baked pastries & treats

  • Juice

  • Enjoy a selection of delicious pastries & a hot drink whilst our friends at below will keep your little ones entertained.

  • Sophie from Dance With Sophie will bring the magic to your little ones with the taste of her dance classes.

  • Monkey Music - the UK's leading music classes for children under 5 provide award winning music classes for babies, toddler and preschoolers will be present. They will be running little pop-up sessions during the event.

  • Our host Becca from Pop Luxe will create a delightful soft play area and a fun-filled baby zone with Montessori toys, bouncers, and cuddly toys, ensuring endless entertainment for the little ones!

  • Chantelle from Sets And Reps will get you moving with a fun taster class that boots your heart rate and mood. Dress comfortably!

  • Online retailer Little Darling will join us with a selection of their beautiful clothes and accessories—items you'll want your little ones to wear again and again! They offer high-quality, child-friendly products, handpicked from around the world and taking inspiration from every lifestyle!

For any queries, please email us at mums@thewearecommunity.co.uk.
We look forward to seeing you soon!
We Are Mums x

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We Are Community Summer  Social - St. Albans
Jul
24
7:00 pm19:00

We Are Community Summer Social - St. Albans

 
we are community summer social networking business St Albans
 

summer social

@ Punchin’ Palooka, St. Albans : Wednesday 24th July 7pm


We would like to invite local businesses, creatives and members of the community to join us at our We Are Community Summer Social!

Come and connect with other locals at Punchin’ Palooka on Weds 24th July 7-9pm for nibbles and dribbles and a lot of fun!

The evening is open to all We Are Community Members and Non-Members are welcome to attend at a cost.

We hope to see you there!

We Are Harpenden x

To RSVP please click below! Please do make sure to RSVP if you are a member, so we know numbers!


what people are saying…


“The ‘We Are’ Networking Socials are totally different to other conventional networking events because of the hardworking and sincere approach of these kind ladies. Thank you so much!." 
— Evrim, The Pharmacist Lab

"I have been to two We Are Community's networking events so far and I have had several referrals from people I met who have turned into brilliant clients. As well as having an absolutely lovely time at the networking events, they are really helping my business grow so I couldn’t be happier.”
— Emily Wardle, Verulam Tax

I'm not normally a fan of networking events, but this just felt like a lovely social where you can chat and meet others in a relaxed environment. I'm definitely looking toward to the next one! Thank you Katie & Sabine
— Henry, Countrifi

“I felt massively out of my comfort zone when arriving at the We Are Community's networking event in Harpenden, however, I was instantly welcomed by Katie and Sabine who made me feel very much at ease. Not only was the event really enjoyable, they have managed to create a relaxed and inclusive atmosphere so that by the end of the evening I felt very much a part of an exciting community. I'm throughly looking forward to the next event!" 
— Joel Van Blerk 

"Lovely meeting so many friendly local businesses last night. Looking forward to our next meet up next month!"
— Sandrine, Lush Nutrition 

"Katie and Sabine are amazing at building community and work really hard for their members. The membership is very good value and everyone is super friendly!”

— Anne, Caizergues Wines


"I had a great evening at We Are Community's networking event. I made some great connections and met some lovely people - really looking forward to catching up!"
— Chantelle, Sets & Reps


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We Are Mums: Pastries & Play
Jun
14
10:00 am10:00

We Are Mums: Pastries & Play

 

We Are Mums: Pastries & Play


we are mums pastries and play harpenden hertfordshire
 

You’re Invited!


We are very excited to share with you that our next ‘We Are Mums: Pastries & Play’ morning is on Friday 14th June 2024 and you are invited!

We are joined by some wonderful local businesses at Hoo House in Harpenden from 10am - 12pm. This event is suitable for children from birth to preschool ages.

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“A simple way for mums to find mum friends locally.
Connecting our community, one meet up at a time”.

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Your ticket includes: 

  • A hot drink (tea/coffee/herbal)

  • A selection of freshly baked pastries & treats

  • Juice

  • Enjoy a selection of delicious pastries & a hot drink whilst our friends at The Little Gym will keep your little ones entertained with dedicated play and sensory area.

  • Victoria from Saintly Sleep Coaching will be on hand to answer any sleep related questions. Victoria is a qualified infant sleep coach, and helps empower other parents to help their babies develop a lifelong love of sleep.

  • Our host Becca from Pop Luxe will be providing a fun role play area with beautifully crafted wooden toys, including a market stall and dolly prams! Plus a hide away tepee and activity table for colouring and games.

  • Deep In Nature will be bringing the outside in, with a wonderful pop-up Forest School.

  • Denim Rebels create gorgeous personalised denim jackets for your little ones! They will be bringing along some of their fantastic samples for you to see and purchase.

For any queries, please email us at mums@thewearecommunity.co.uk.
We look forward to seeing you soon!
We Are Mums x

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We Are Community Networking Social - Harpenden
Jun
4
7:00 pm19:00

We Are Community Networking Social - Harpenden

 
we are community harpenden hertfordshire networking business
 

We are community: network

@ The White Horse | Tuesday 4th June


We would like to invite local businesses, creatives and members of the community to join us at our We Are Community Networking Social.

Come and connect with other locals at The White Horse on Tuesday 4th June 7-9pm for canapés on the outdoor terrace.

The evening is open to all We Are Community Members and Non-Members.

We hope to see you there and remember to bring your business cards along with you!

Katie & Sabine x

To RSVP please click below! Please do make sure to RSVP if you are a member, so we know numbers!


what people are saying…


“The ‘We Are’ Networking Socials are totally different to other conventional networking events because of the hardworking and sincere approach of these kind ladies. Thank you so much!." 
— Evrim, The Pharmacist Lab

"I have been to two We Are Community's networking events so far and I have had several referrals from people I met who have turned into brilliant clients. As well as having an absolutely lovely time at the networking events, they are really helping my business grow so I couldn’t be happier.”
— Emily Wardle, Verulam Tax

I'm not normally a fan of networking events, but this just felt like a lovely social where you can chat and meet others in a relaxed environment. I'm definitely looking toward to the next one! Thank you Katie & Sabine
— Henry, Countrifi

“I felt massively out of my comfort zone when arriving at the We Are Community's networking event in Harpenden, however, I was instantly welcomed by Katie and Sabine who made me feel very much at ease. Not only was the event really enjoyable, they have managed to create a relaxed and inclusive atmosphere so that by the end of the evening I felt very much a part of an exciting community. I'm throughly looking forward to the next event!" 
— Joel Van Blerk 

"Lovely meeting so many friendly local businesses last night. Looking forward to our next meet up next month!"
— Sandrine, Lush Nutrition 

"Katie and Sabine are amazing at building community and work really hard for their members. The membership is very good value and everyone is super friendly!”

— Anne, Caizergues Wines


"I had a great evening at We Are Community's networking event. I made some great connections and met some lovely people - really looking forward to catching up!"
— Chantelle, Sets & Reps


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We Are Mums: Pastries & Play
May
17
10:00 am10:00

We Are Mums: Pastries & Play

 

We Are Mums: Pastries & Play


 

You’re Invited!


We are very excited to share with you that our next ‘We Are Mums: Pastries & Play’ morning is on Friday 17th May 2024 and you are invited!

We are joined by some wonderful local businesses at Hoo House in Harpenden from 10am - 12pm. This event is suitable for children from birth to preschool ages.

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“A simple way for mums to find mum friends locally.
Connecting our community, one meet up at a time”.

-

Your ticket includes: 

  • A hot drink (tea/coffee/herbal)

  • A selection of freshly baked pastries & treats

  • Juice

  • Eddie Bear Creative will be offering a dedicated sensory area & separate toddler zone, with tuff trays to keep your little one entertained whilst you enjoy a coffee.

  • Thermomix Advisor Nikki of @StAlbansFamilyKitchen and local mother of four, will be sharing her culinary expertise through fun and interactive cooking demos! As a passionate Thermomix Adviser, she credits the appliance with solving kitchen challenges and fostering a holistic lifestyle.

  • Your Nanny Friend Lucy will be on hand to keep a watchful eye on your little ones, and share her expert advice while you relax and enjoy a coffee!

  • Little Rascals Alice is an independent Usborne partner, who will be there with a wonderful selection of books and stories for little ones.

  • Get ready for some fun with our Host Pop Luxe's awesome dress-up area and creative drawing and colouring activity table!

For any queries, please email us at mums@thewearecommunity.co.uk.
We look forward to seeing you soon!
We Are Mums x

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We Are Community Networking Social - Harpenden
Apr
25
7:00 pm19:00

We Are Community Networking Social - Harpenden

 
 

We are community: network

@ The George Of Harpenden | Thurs 25th April


We would like to invite local businesses, creatives and members of the community to join us at our We Are Community Networking Social.

Come and connect with other locals at The George Of Harpenden on Thursday 25th April 7-9pm.

The evening is open to all We Are Community Members and Non-Members.

We hope to see you there and remember to bring your business cards along with you!

Katie & Sabine x

To RSVP please click below! Please do make sure to RSVP if you are a member, so we know numbers!


what people are saying…


“The ‘We Are’ Networking Socials are totally different to other conventional networking events because of the hardworking and sincere approach of these kind ladies. Thank you so much!." 
— Evrim, The Pharmacist Lab

"I have been to two We Are Community's networking events so far and I have had several referrals from people I met who have turned into brilliant clients. As well as having an absolutely lovely time at the networking events, they are really helping my business grow so I couldn’t be happier.”
— Emily Wardle, Verulam Tax

I'm not normally a fan of networking events, but this just felt like a lovely social where you can chat and meet others in a relaxed environment. I'm definitely looking toward to the next one! Thank you Katie & Sabine
— Henry, Countrifi

“I felt massively out of my comfort zone when arriving at the We Are Community's networking event in Harpenden, however, I was instantly welcomed by Katie and Sabine who made me feel very much at ease. Not only was the event really enjoyable, they have managed to create a relaxed and inclusive atmosphere so that by the end of the evening I felt very much a part of an exciting community. I'm throughly looking forward to the next event!" 
— Joel Van Blerk 

"Lovely meeting so many friendly local businesses last night. Looking forward to our next meet up next month!"
— Sandrine, Lush Nutrition 

"Katie and Sabine are amazing at building community and work really hard for their members. The membership is very good value and everyone is super friendly!”

— Anne, Caizergues Wines


"I had a great evening at We Are Community's networking event. I made some great connections and met some lovely people - really looking forward to catching up!"
— Chantelle, Sets & Reps


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We Are Mums: Pastries & Play
Apr
19
10:00 am10:00

We Are Mums: Pastries & Play

 

We Are Mums: Pastries & Play


we are mums April event harpenden hoo house
 

You’re Invited!


We are very excited to share with you that our next ‘We Are Mums: Pastries & Play’ morning is on Friday 19th April 2024 and you are invited!

We are joined by some wonderful local businesses at Hoo House in Harpenden on Friday 19th April 2024 at 10am - 12pm. This event is suitable for children from birth to preschool ages.

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“A simple way for mums to find mum friends locally.
Connecting our community, one meet up at a time”.

-

Your ticket includes: 

  • A hot drink (tea/coffee/herbal)

  • A selection of freshly baked pastries & treats

  • Juice

  • Monkey Music - the UK's leading music classes for children under 5 provide award winning music classes for babies, toddler and preschoolers will be present. They will be running little pop-up sessions during the event.

  • The Little Gym - Offering a dedicated, fun play area for little ones to enjoy.

  • Body Mechanix - A opportunity to have an informal chat with a specialist paediatric osteopath Claire Mckenna and Women’s Health expert and ‘Mummy MOT’ practitioner Jasmine Fisher.

  • Little Pineapple Parties - Little Pineapple Parties will ensure you get the VIP experience in their comfy hideout, full of tipis and comfy cushions.

  • Heulwen Lewis Bespoke Jewellery - specialising in beautiful custom-made jewellery.

For any queries, please email us at mums@thewearecommunity.co.uk.
We look forward to seeing you soon!
We Are Mums x

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We Are Community Christmas Wreath Workshop Evening - SOLD OUT
Nov
27
7:30 pm19:30

We Are Community Christmas Wreath Workshop Evening - SOLD OUT

  • The George, 4 High St Harpenden, AL5 2TB (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS
 
Sarah Stuart Flowers Christmas Wreath Making Workshop Harpenden Hertfordshire
 

We Are Community Christmas Wreath Workshop Evening


Our Christmas wreath making is now sold out. If you are interested in attending a future one and would like to be put on a waiting list, please email us here!

We are very excited to host this wonderful & creative workshop in which our member Sarah Stuart Flowers will show you how to create your own beautiful, rustic Christmas wreath which will be perfect for your front door, stairwell, mantelpiece, or Christmas table this festive season.

We will be using a selection of mixed greenery such as pine, conifer, eucalyptus with the addition of oranges slices, cones, and if you wish, a little Christmas sparkle, this will be all on a fresh moss base ready made for you.

Join us for an evening of fun and creativity! Your ticket will include your beautifully created wreath, and some mince pies.

Tickets for We Are Harpenden or We Are St. Albans Members are £65 and Non-Members £70. The workshop lasts approximately two hours!

We hope to see you there!

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Autumn Wreath Workshop Evening - SOLD OUT
Oct
16
7:30 pm19:30

Autumn Wreath Workshop Evening - SOLD OUT

  • The George, 4 High St Harpenden, AL5 2TB (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS
 
Autumn Wreath Making Sarah Stuart Flowers George Harpenden Hertfordshire
 

We are very excited to host this wonderful & creative workshop in which our member Sarah Stuart Flowers will show you how to create your own beautiful, natural wreath which will be perfect for this autumnal season.

The Autumn Wreath for 2023, will be created using all the rich, glorious colours and textures of this wonderful season.

This stylish, natural wreath will be created on a straw base, which can be used for future creations. We’ll use seasonal greenery, including eucalyptus which will dry beautifully over the coming weeks, preserved leaves in wonderful autumnal shades, together with a selection of dried flowers and seed heads.

This wreath can be hung indoors or outdoors, but does benefit from being protected by a porch!

It’s a fun, informal workshop and no experience is necessary.

Tickets £65 and you can purchase them below! We hope to see you there!


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We Are Community Presents: Summer Flower Tablescape Workshop
Jun
19
7:30 pm19:30

We Are Community Presents: Summer Flower Tablescape Workshop

  • The George, 4 High St Harpenden, AL5 2TB (map)
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summer flower tablescape workshop evening


We are very excited to host this wonderful, creative workshop on Monday 19th June in the beautiful inside garden room at The George, Harpenden, where our member Sarah Stuart Flowers will show you how to create your own Summer Flower Tablescape.

We’ll use a rustic wooden bark tray, 39cm long and reusable, together with a selection of fresh summer flowers, with seasonal greenery. This is a table design that you can re-create through the year once you’ve learned a few basic skills.

As always, no experience is necessary and all are welcome. This will be a very fun and relaxed way to spend your evening!

Tickets for members are £55 & non-members are £60 and the workshop lasts approximately 1.5 hours and will include a welcome glass of fizz / soft drink.

We hope to see you there!


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We Are Community Presents: Ladies Evening
May
23
6:30 pm18:30

We Are Community Presents: Ladies Evening

 
ladies evening no 1 bra smb fitness the harpenden skin clinic wheathampstead hertfordshire event
 

Ladies Evening at No.1 Bra


We are happy to present a ‘Ladies Evening’ at the No.1 Bra HQ in Wheathampstead in collaboration with our members No 1. Bra, SMB Fitness, Lush Nutrition, The Harpenden Skin Clinic and Heartwood Clinic.

This will be a very fun informal evening in a super relaxed setting in which you can enjoy a private bra fitting, learn about fitness, nutrition, skin care and get to know more about Bioresonance and even give the machine a try. You will also receive a No.1 Bra £10 off voucher which you can use on the night! There will also be a welcome drink and a goody bag to take home with you.

Please see below some more information on these lovely businesses.

We hope to see you there!

No 1. Bra
No.1 Bra isn’t your typical lingerie brand. They are on a mission to change the way women think about underwear. A revolutionary new bra design to guarantee ‘no dig’. Bras have never been so comfortable. Their patented side-smoothing bra technology helps your outerwear look better than ever.  Extraordinarily comfortable and stylish!

SMB Fitness
Harpenden based female personal trainer specialising in women’s health, fitness and nutrition. Offering 1-1 PT strength & conditioning along with group HIIT sessions focusing on working all energy systems in a private gym.

 1-1 personal nutritional services also available.

Lush Nutrition
Sandrine is a Nutrition Coach helping busy women in midlife to improve their nutrition & lifestyle habits for better health. What we eat, drink and our lifestyle can help us in preventing many chronic diseases, and in living a better quality of life as we grow older

The Harpenden Skin Clinic
Harpenden Skin Clinic is Hertfordshire's leading Skin & Body Aesthetic Clinic. They provide a range of non-surgical aesthetic treatments including Laser Hair Removal, Chemical Skin Peels, Body Contouring & Fat Freezing, Anti-Wrinkle Injections & Dermal Fillers, plus many more. 

The Harpenden Skin Clinic strongly believes in the 'less is more' approach to aesthetic treatments. They treat a number of different skin and body concerns, including Acne, Scarring, Rosacea, Cellulite, Crows Feet, Fine Lines, Skin Laxity and Facial Sagging & Volume Loss. 

Heartwood Clinic
Bioresonance is a non-invasive therapy that has been around for many years, originally developed by doctors and scientists in Germany and is now used by many practitioners around the world. It is a complementary therapy assisting the body to reduce a wide range of symptoms including: Allergy, Anxiety & Depression, Intolerances, Hay fever, Fatigue, Migraines, Menopause, Candida and many more. Bioresonance therapy analyses the resonance frequencies of the body to safely diagnose where there are cell imbalances and stress to the body. This allows the device to target these specific areas, to correct the imbalances and reverse the negative frequencies.

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Spring Wreath Workshop with Sarah Stuart Flowers - Sold Out (Copy)
Mar
20
7:30 pm19:30

Spring Wreath Workshop with Sarah Stuart Flowers - Sold Out (Copy)

  • The George, 4 High St Harpenden, AL5 2TB (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS
 
 

spring wreath workshop


We are very excited to host this wonderful & creative workshop in which our member Sarah Stuart Flowers will show you how to create your own beautiful Spring wreath.

The gorgeous spring wreath is built on a moss frame where you will be able to add spring bulbs, fresh flowers, mixed greenery including olive and pittosporum and twisted willow to add another layer of interest and texture.

This wreath is created in a different way to the Christmas wreath, so there’s something new to learn!

Join us for an evening of fun and creativity! Your ticket will include your beautifully created wreath, a glass of fizz and snacks!.

Tickets for members are £55 & Non-Members are £60 and the workshop lasts approximately two hours.

We hope to see you there!


This event has now sold out! Please keep an eye on our events page for the next one!


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We Are Community Presents - Ladies Evening at No.1 Bra
Jan
16
6:30 pm18:30

We Are Community Presents - Ladies Evening at No.1 Bra

 
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Ladies Evening at No.1 Bra


We are happy to present a ‘Ladies Evenings’ at the No.1 Bra HQ in Wheathampstead in collaboration with our members No 1. Bra, The Pharmacist Lab, The Heartwood Clinic and Edits Styling.

This will be a very fun informal evening in a super relaxed setting in which you can enjoy a private bra fitting, learn all about skin care, get to know more about Bioresonance and even give the machine a try, and learn about styling - all with bubbly of course! You will also receive a No.1 Bra £10 off voucher which you can use on the night!

There are 12 tickets for each evening - first come first serve! Available to the We Are Community Members & Non-Members and there will be some goodie bags to take home with you too.

Please see below some more information on these lovely businesses.

We hope to see you there!

Katie & Sabine x

No 1. Bra
No.1 Bra isn’t your typical lingerie brand. They are on a mission to change the way women think about underwear. A revolutionary new bra design to guarantee ‘no dig’. Bras have never been so comfortable. Their patented side-smoothing bra technology helps your outerwear look better than ever.  Extraordinarily comfortable and stylish!

Heartwood Clinic
Bioresonance is a non-invasive therapy that has been around for many years, originally developed by doctors and scientists in Germany and is now used by many practitioners around the world. It is a complementary therapy assisting the body to reduce a wide range of symptoms including: Allergy, Anxiety & Depression, Intolerances, Hay fever, Fatigue, Migraines, Menopause, Candida and many more. Bioresonance therapy analyses the resonance frequencies of the body to safely diagnose where there are cell imbalances and stress to the body. This allows the device to target these specific areas, to correct the imbalances and reverse the negative frequencies.

The Pharmacist Lab
Evrim at Evolvy skincare is a pharmacist, founder and owner of Evolvy Skincare and stands for all things natural. She started her skincare journey to heal her own skin problems by providing herself natural, organic, clean, and effective skin products. At Evolvy they care about skin wellness through repairing skin barrier function with scientifically proven natural barrier repair ingredients to support your skin wellness.

Edits Styling
Nina as a personal stylist, provides expert advice with nearly 20 years in the fashion industry. She will help you discover your perfect wardrobe by finding a style you love and are proud of and will show you that it isn’t just about understanding fashion, but also about how to shop for your body shape and colouring to make clothing choices that boost your confidence.

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