LIGHTING UP: The Orpington Christmas lights will be illuminated at 6.30pm on November 29, by Bromley Mayor John Holbrook. After, there will be fireworks above the Walnuts shopping centre. From 5pm the centre will also host a Christmas market with rides, a martial arts display, Orpington College's variety show and an appearance by Father Christmas.

SPECIAL SERVICE: St. Joseph's Catholic Church, Plaistow Lane, Bromley, is holding a service at 8pm on November 22, for anyone who has had a miscarriage or still-born child. Afterwards, there will be refreshments and an opportunity to meet people who have shared the same loss. For information, call Sister Maureen on 020 8402 0532.

FREE MASSAGE: Complimentary Shiatsu massages are being offered to shoppers at The Glades shopping centre in Bromley. The through-the-clothes massages will be available from 11am to 5pm every Sunday until Christmas. For more information, call The Glades customer services centre on 020 8466 8899.

CHRISTMAS FAIR: Penge Congregational Church, at 172 High Street, holds its Christmas Fair on Saturday, November 24. Festivities include a tombola and stalls selling cakes and Christmas goods and take place from 10am to 2pm. Funds raised will pay for improvements to the halls.

November 20, 2001 14:43