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    LIVING IT UP EVENTS CIC

    Postal address - 43 Bromham Road, Bedford. MK40 3AA

    Performing Art Centre Address - St Cuthberts Hall, Newnham Street, Bedford. MK403JR

    07964 067443

    livingitupinfo@gmail.com

    www.livingitupevents.co.uk

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    LIVING IT UP Providing social and educational opportunities for adults with learning disabilities and autism in and around Bedfordshire.

    Performing Arts Centre

    LATEST NEWS

    Our pioneering Performing Arts Centre is now two years old and going strong. Open 4 days a week, offering expert sessions in song-writing, dance, musical instruments, drama, media, art, radio, film making and podcasting. Not only do we have a great time, we learn valuable new life skills. 

    We frequently perform at live gigs, theatre shows and showcase our skills online.

    To keep up to date with the latest news and to see our gallery of photos and videos, check us out on Facebook and YouTube.

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    Easter Party!

    LIVING IT UP EVENTS

    We throw the BEST parties in town in a safe and friendly environment.

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    Our next event is our Halloween party at Bedford University  Hub, Polhill Avenue MK41 9AE Its' on the 2nd November 7,30-11.30

    There will be prizes for the best Halloween costume.

    Strictly Over 18s, members only (membership is free), £3 entry (carers go free). 

    Living It Up FM Radio

    LIVE EVERY WEDNESDAY

    Check out our amazing radio show and podcasts featuring interviews, laughter, chat, and lots of music! Click on the picture below to listen live every Weds from 12:30pm - 3pm. 

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    Gig Buddies

    EXCITING NEW PROJECT

    Gig Buddies is an exciting new project.  Funded by the Harpur Trust and hosted by Living It Up Events offering volunteering opportunities as a gig buddy to adults with autism and / or learning disabilities.  Ger paired with someone with similar interests to accompany them to gigs and shows and have a great time together!

    Hoodies and T-Shirts

    LIVING IT UP MERCHANDISE

    We are currently taking orders for our T-Shirts and hoodies. T-Shirts are £15 and hoodies are £20. Money is to be paid up front by cash cheque or bank transfer. They come in a wide range of colours and hoodies can be personalised with a name on the back. Order forms are available below.

    Podcasts

    LISTEN AGAIN!

    You can find all of our podcasts and radio shows on our MixLR page which can be found by clicking on the picture below:

    T shirt and hoodie order form

    Gr8 Mates

    ANOTHER EXCITING PROJECT!

    Would you like to make new friends or maybe find a boyfriend or girlfriend? Do you have a diagnosed disability? We will be holding events to help you make new friends. Our volunteers will support you (if they want to meet you too) in the community. Get in touch if you're interested!

    Downloads

    FLYERS AND FORMS

    You can download our latest leaflets and flyers and other useful forms from all of our projects right here.

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    Members and Volunteers

    GET IN TOUCH

    We'd love to hear from you! Let us know if you have any questions, if you'd like to become a member of our events, join any of our fantastic projects or become a volunteer from as little as just 2 hours a week. Please fill in the form below or e-mail or call using the details at the bottom of the page.