The congregation of St. John’s give financial support to help cure Leprosy in Nigeria and to help feed immigrants in Sabadell. It also supports the work of the Church Army who help people in the marginalized parts of our society and assists young people in need in Birmingham through the work of St. Basils. In Lent they support the work of CORD who seek to ensure new life after conflict in war torn areas of the world. Our Harvest produce goes to support the work of Coventry City Mission and at Christmas, toys go to the Birmingham City Mission. Many St. John’s members take part in the annual May Christian Aid door to door collection in Henley. If you would like to be part of this and meet those involved ring 797949 for more information.

Saturday 28th November in the Church Hall 11.00 am to 3.00 pm. Stalls include homemade cakes, gifts, cards, tombola, jewellery, toys, produce, bottle stall, Father Christmas, teas and hot lunches, etc.

We have available for community use, a medium sized meeting room which comfortably seats about 40 people, with modern kitchen and toilet facilities. Booking enquiries should be made to Brian Bradley on 01789 488551.

Sunday Services all at 11.00 am are: 1st - Mr. Barry Sutcliffe; 8th – Revd. Robert J. Powell (Sacrament); 15th – Mr. Telfryn Pritchard (10.55 am Remembrance); 22nd - Mr. James Steele; 29th – Revd. Brian Mason. The Baby Group meet every Monday 10.30 am.

On Tuesday 3rd November, our AGM will be held in the Memorial Hall from 7.30 pm when members will be able to recall the variety of the good speakers we have had as well as social visits and opportunities to learn new skills. Next year’s programme will be revealed followed by light refreshments and social time. We hope that all members will attend with lots of new ideas.

Tuesday 10th November. OPEN SHOW. National Demonstrator Jonathon Moseley – “Seasonal Seduction”. 7.30 pm in the Memorial Hall.

We welcome the return of Steven Falk from Warwick Museum to our meeting on Tuesday 17th November from 7.45 pm in the Baptist Church Hall. Visitors are welcome to join us to hear about “Trees of Warwickshire” for only £2.

Remembrance Day Parade will take place on Sunday 8th November at 11.00 am. Parade will leave Memorial Hall in Station Road at 10.25 am. The Evening Service will this year be held at Aston Cantlow at 6.00 pm.

Tuesday 24th November in the Village Hall, Ullenhall, 7.45 pm. The speaker is Glynn Jones on “The Development of Hidcote Manor Garden – Past, Present and Future”. Visitors (£2) and new members always welcome.

Our next meeting is on Thursday 19th November at 8.00 pm in the Baptist Church Hall. The speaker will be Gerald Lesinski on “Guarding the Queen”.Visitors and new members are very welcome. Further details from Pat Kench on 795419.

Also on Saturday 14th November in the Guildhall there will be Cheese and Wine evening with a talk about “Three Men of Henley and the Guildhall”. Tickets at £5.50 are available from Lesley Eastwood on 792251 or Dukes Stationers in the High Street. All proceeds to the Market Cross Information Board.

The Switch On for 2009 will be on Saturday 5th December. The Carol Service will start at 5.00 pm led by the Alcester Silver Band, with the switch on by Carol Sheet design winners at 5.30 pm. Mulled Wine and Mince Pies will be available, supplied by Henley Ex Services Social Fund.

JOHNSON’S COACHES are ending their special centenary year with a “Firework Finale” on Saturday 19th December at their depot on Liveridge Hill. There will also be children’s rides, bar, barbecue and seasonal tasties. Doors open 4.30 pm, bonfire 5.00, fireworks 6.30. Adults £3.00, concessions £2, pay at the door or in advance from Johnsons. All proceeds to Warwickshire & Northamptonshire Air Ambulance.

We are a non-profit making organisation running a small fleet of minibuses (13 to 16 seaters plus driver) – most have tail lifts for wheelchair users. We can supply drivers but also encourage people to drive themselves. Details from David Peplow, 0121 788 4535 www.communitytransport.org

HOST has been linking overseas adult students with hospitable volunteers for 22 years at Christmas. HOST is a registered charity backed by the Foreign Office and many universities. It is not necessary for hosts to live near a university as students are prepared to travel. See www.hostuk.org or call HOST’s voluntary regional organiser Soili Barker on 01948 830549.

Fully qualified, experienced classically trained piano teacher, taking on new students. Contact Jade Lewis on 07969 721447 or 794461.

DIARY DATE: Burns Night - Monday 25th January 2010 in the Memorial Hall. Haggis, whisky and a piper. Proceeds to Guild Hall Garden Project. Further details in due course.