DUMMER Village Hall: The committee has come up with some really innovative ideas for 2005 to ensure that the hall will be updated for disabled users.

The first is a speed dating evening.

This will be held on February 4, so all you Mark Darcys and Bridget Joneses, e-mail DummerDating@yahoo.co.uk to find out more, or call me after January 2.

Tickets purchased prior to the event cost £10, and include a glass of wine, or £12.50 at the door.

This will be followed by an evening of luxurious treatment, "New Year, New Look", at the end of February.

It will be a chance to have a facial, haircut and manicure (men as well as women) by a well-known local hair and beauty salon.

Also, a racing night with a difference is being planned plus bingo, entertainment from the Hog The Limelight crowd and much more.

Like many village halls and other public access premises built several years ago, updating to conform to the Disability Act is a priority, so it is hoped that all who wish to use the hall will support the committee and the events that are being planned.

If you wish to hire the hall, then please call me on the above number and I will explain the hiring rates and confirm availability.

MERRY Christmas and a happy New Year to everyone!