TWO hundred – not out: Advance notice that the bicentenary events for the local cricket club, which played its first competitive match in 1815, can be found on their website oldbasingcc.com.

Alternatively, call Paul on 07793 109581 to find out about this thriving organisation.

ST MARY’S Church: This week’s Mothering Sunday starts at 10am, but there will be no 11.15am service.

Prayers and Bears hold their monthly meeting at 2pm on March 19, and everyone caring for babies and toddlers is welcome in the Bolton Chapel.

THE OBAGS allotment shop, in Riley Lane: Opens from 10.30am to noon, every Sunday this month, and the plant sale will be on May 17.

JUNIOR Carnival Disco: This very popular event for under-12s is on Friday, March 27, from 4.30pm to 6pm in the RBL Hall, when the prince and princess will be chosen. Entry forms in this month’s Basinga.

POPPY Appeal: Come along on March 21, from 3pm, to the RBL Hall, for afternoon tea for only £3.50, and browse the craft stalls. Organiser Tim Russell on 07772 883964 can tell you more.