If you’re looking for things to do in Abingdon, the library is a good place to start. Their A-boards noticeboards, and information boards are spilling over with half-term activities and local events.

One event missing from the library’s noticeboards (at least, for now) is the Clubs and Societies Day on March 1st at the Guildhall, hosted by Abingdon-on-Thames Town Council. Whether you’re looking to join a local group or curious about what’s happening in town, this is a good place to start.

As part of their author series, Abingdon Library is hosting comic book writer Tom Wilkins and illustrator Louis Williams, whose work blends mythology with strong storytelling.

The annual exhibition by Abingdon & District Model Railway Club, returns on Saturday 1st and Sunday 2nd March at Abingdon & Witney College, with 35+ layouts, 12+ traders, and live demonstrations.

Interested in helping local wildlife? A talk on Oxfordshire’s Local Nature Recovery Strategy will explore how to improve biodiversity — from small changes in the garden to wider community action.

Today was the 14th of February – Valentine’s Day. For some, the world was seen through a lens of love.

Some may have been tempted to get an engagement ring because Robert Gatward Jewellers had 50% off.

In the shed window, hearts formed a red trail, guiding people inside to find something special.

A cascade of hearts in Masons’ window tempted crafters to make their own Valentine’s Card.

Acacia had been brightened by a red Valentine’s display.

But as the afternoon wore on, love gave way to mischief. Acacia moved onto their next adventure with Alice in Wonderland: ‘We’re All Mad Here!’

If you are walking past the window of Howden, you’ll notice in one window a colourful community noticeboard.

For the next week or so, here are some of the events and happenings to check out:

The Studio Theatre Club presents Anton Chekhov’s classic play, The Cherry Orchard, at the Unicorn Theatre.

The Abingdon Area Archaeology and History Society will host a talk on The Archaeological Excavations at Wittenham Clumps. Discover the fascinating findings of a 2,700-year-old Iron Age blacksmith’s workshop, a cluster of roundhouses, and more.

An event at St Ethelwolds will explore common themes across different faiths. “The earth is but one country, and mankind its citizens.” said – Baháʼu’lláh (a central figure in the Baháʼí Faith).

On another board, outside Mostly Books, bestselling author Jojo Moyes will be speaking at Trinity Church, discussing her latest novel – We All Live Here.

Agnostics Anonymous will be asking the question at St Helen’s Church, ‘Is Christian language too male?’

The Abingdon Naturalists have a talk on the Darwin Tree of LIfe, a project aimed at sequencing the genomes of all eukaryotic species (having cells with a nucleus) in Britain and Ireland.

At Abingdon Library, Andrew Bartholomew will be telling people about his book ‘It did happen to this vet.’

Totally Blondie are bringing their tribute show to Northcourt Music, featuring vocalist Chloe Buswell who is a lookalike and soundalike of Debbie Harry, once the heartthrob of millions.

There will also be a barn dance at St Helen Church.