COFFEE break: Tomorrow, at the Methodist Church from 10.30am to noon, all welcome.

Likewise on Saturday morning at the same times, come along to the Christmas Sale and pick up some stocking fillers.

On Sunday, there will not be a morning service, but the Christmas celebration service takes place at 3.30pm, followed by a festive tea.

RBL Women's Section: Many thanks to all who helped or attended the recent Christmas bazaar, when more than £1,000 was raised for funds. What a superb result!

CHRISTMAS Tree Festival: All lit up at St Mary’s Church this weekend, from 11am to 4pm both days, with seasonal goodies, music and refreshments available.

FIRST Old Basing Guides Christmas Fair: This Sunday, from 1pm to 4pm at the Beddington Centre, just off Riley Lane. Hand-made crafts and gifts, cakes and tombola. Free admission.

BUZZ Buzz: Turn to the Basinga for details of the competition to design a honey jar label for St Mary’s Bees, who are busily working away in various sites around the village. Look out for “Team Bee” at the Christmas Tree Festival.