An Evening with James Bowen and Bob the Cat

You’ve heard the story, you know his name. Come and meet the cat himself: Bob! When James Bowen found an injured ginger street cat curled up in the hallway of his sheltered accommodation, he had no idea just how much his life was about to change.

James was living hand to mouth on the streets of London and the last thing he needed was a pet. But Bob had other ideas. Soon the two were inseparable and their diverse, comic and occasionally dangerous adventures would transform both their lives, slowly healing the scars of each other’s troubled pasts. A perfect evening for the whole family; what better way to start the festive period?

A Street Cat Named Bob is a moving and uplifting story that will touch the heart of anyone who reads it. Join Chorleywood Bookshop and meet England’s most famous ginger cat and his adoring owner James Bowen.

The Junction, Christ Church, Chorleywood, Wednesday, November 30, 7pm. Details: 01923 283566 

Watford Philharmonic Society Presents A Celebration of Christmas

The choir and orchestra of Watford Philharmonic Society return with their traditional Christmas concert.

This popular family event brings together well known carols and festive songs for choir and audience with beautiful music from around the world. A great start to your Christmas celebrations.

Watford Colosseum, Rickmansworth Road, Watford, Wednesday, December 14, 7pm. Details: 02036 598914

Ruby Wax – Frazzled!

She has a master’s degree in mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy from Oxford University. This event is a follow up to her sell out touring show, and best-selling book, Sane New World, which helps us understand why we sabotage our sanity with our own thinking.

Her new best-selling book, A Mindfulness Guide for the Frazzled, is the basis for the discussion. Funny and insightful, this event is your passport to saner living. She might not be sane herself, but she does a pretty good imitation.

Watford Palace Theatre, 20 Clarendon Road, Watford, Friday, January 20, 8pm. Details: 01923 225671