Over in the continental area there was The Abingdon European Society on one side and the Anglo German Society the opther, both of whom have their programmes of lectures and tours and social events

Nearby was also the Abingdon and District Twinning Society …

who on the 14th May have a special concert to celebrate 40 years of twinning with Lucca. The Italian Soprano Silvana Froli will be singing at the Amey Theatre.

A couple of days before that on Saturday the 12th May Abngdon Rugby Football Club are putting on an OctoFest and will be throwing their doors wide open for a fun day, with some Rugby, celebrating 80 years of Rugby at the club.

Abingdon Hockey Club were also at the Clubs and Societies Day. Not sure they have a special event but they are looking to welcome new players Now. They have 3 Men’s Teams, 2 Ladies’ Teams and a mixed Team.

Finally Dorothy Shaw was there promoting Abingdon Jazz Club at the Kings Head and Bell. 2nd Wed. of the month 8:30pm. Free Entry! On May 9th is The Jazz Gene.

There were lots more groups than that but I only got about half way round before realising what time it was. We had to leave for a family event in Hull. And I’ll be using what I learned from the Morris Dancers stall for the next Abingdon London Link.