IN COLDEN Common there will be a talk on the history of military catering at the community centre, given by a regular Community Speaker, Brian.  The talk will use slideshows and film to explain the development of army catering from Roman times to the modern day. Brian will also speak about his past in the British Army, showing what modern soldiers eat and people will be invited to try.

THE COLDEN Common Community Association seeks a trustee treasurer to join its team. The job will involve banking, bookkeeping, record-keeping, and ensuring accounts are official. The association say applicants do not have to be accountants, but the 2-3 hours a month role will require someone with experience in bookkeeping, financial management and the ability to speak clearly.

LOOKING ahead to Christmas, on December 7 at Twyford Parish Hall, members of the public are invited to the free festive hobnob. There will be a series of relaxing features, including festive teas and locally produced honey. In a post on Facebook, the organisers said: “You will find some really special and unique gift ideas, or simply just pop in for a coffee, a piece of cake and a chat, somewhere to go if you feel like unwinding and de-stressing from the hustle and bustle of Christmas shopping.” The event will run from midday until 5pm.

A TRADITIONAL service of sing-a-long carols and bible readings that tell “the story of that first Christmas” will take place in Twyford. On Sunday, December 22, members of the public are invited to participate in a festive sing-song at St Mary’s Church. A traditional service of nine lessons and carols to celebrate the coming of Christmas. Choir made up of the church robed choir and ad hoc choir plus Twyford Singers and Foundation Music, University of Winchester. There will be refreshments after the service. there is no admission charge. Donations welcome.

FANS of fine art and fine wine should book their tickets ASAP for a Paint & Pinot evening at Platform One Coffee House and Gelato in Twyford. A welcome drink and charcuterie board are included in the ticket. A bar will be open all evening too. The event on Thursday, November 14 lasts from 7pm to 9.30pm.

PANTOMIME seats for a production of Alice in Wonderland in Otterbourne Village Hall are available for booking. The performances will take place on Friday 10, Saturday 11 and Sunday 12 January and the following weekend on Friday 17, Saturday 18 and Sunday 19. Performances begin at 7.30pm. Tickets are £10. On the Saturdays, there will be performances at 2.30pm and 7.30pm. Tickets are £12 for those shows. On Sundays, the performances will be at 2.30pm and tickets will cost £12. There is also a relaxed Performance on Sunday 12 at 11am, for which tickets are £12. To book, visit ticketsource.co.uk/ ovh or call 07544 581331.

CUDDLES with Santa and cows are still up for grabs, along with tractor and trailer rides for those who buy tickets to Hiltonbury Jerseys in Compton. As well as the hugs and rides there will be food and drink available, along with Christmas trees. Full information on the event and bookings can be found at https//hiltonburyjerseys.co.uk/events/

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