CAROL singing: Takes place tonight, at 7.30pm, in front of Asda, with the Salvation Army Band, followed by mince pies and other refreshments at the church afterwards.

CHRISTMAS Fun Day: Will be taking place at St Michael’s Hospice shop, in the Brighton Hill Centre, on Saturday.

Attractions include a prize draw, tombola, jewellery stall, cake stall, and the fairy godmother’s lucky dip.

Come along and enjoy the fun and raise money for this worthwhile cause.

CHRISTMAS Services at Christ the King: On Sunday, December 22, there will be a carol service at the church at 4pm, with carols and festive readings, followed by refreshments.

On Christmas Eve, at 3.30pm, there will the annual Christingle Service, starting at 3.30pm, which is suitable for all the family.

On Christmas Day, at 10am, there will be a Holy Communion Service for all the family to join together and celebrate the birth of Jesus.

SEASON’S Greetings: MAY I take this opportunity to wish all readers of this column a happy festive season.