CHRISTMAS Activity Day and Magic Show: On Thursday, December 23, at Oakridge Hall for All, from 10.30am to 4pm.

The cost is £3, for children aged five to 11 years. Bring a packed lunch - squash and biscuits are provided at break-time.

Come and join us for lots of crafty fun and a great show to get you in the mood for Christmas.

For further details, or to book a place, call Julia on 01256 475844, or call into the hall.

THANK you: For sponsoring me to dress as an angel in the Oakridge Christmas procession and festival. It was great fun, and I hope you all enjoyed it.

Funds raised will go to Daniel Bowler's Memorial Trust Fund.

GYMNASTIC classes: Basingstoke Gymnastics Club will be holding classes at Oakridge Hall for All on Wednesdays, from 4pm to 5pm, for five to seven-year-olds; and 5pm to 6pm, for seven to 11-year-olds.

This will be a five-week course starting on January 5. The cost is £15. To book, or for further information, call 01256 398421.

SENTINEL issues: Contact Sarah Petherick on 01252 788738 or 0800 1955515.