GOLD AWARDS: University students and former Townley Grammar School, Bexleyheath, pupils Laura Metcalfe of Harland Avenue, Sidcup, and Sarah Stewart of Cyril Road, Bexleyheath, have been presented with their gold Duke of Edinburgh awards by Prince Philip. Their activities included sailing in the Cutty Sark Tall Ships Race on the Finland to Latvia leg and hiking in Bavaria.

DANCE REUNION: Dancers who attended the former Doris Dorbon School of Dancing in Station Road and Landsdown Road, Sidcup, are being invited to attend its 65th year reunion. The event takes place on January 8 from 2pm to 6pm at Kemnal Technology College, Sevenoaks Way, Sidcup. Call Chris Lanagan on 020 8300 8232 for details.

FESTIVE CONCERT: The Danson organ, now returned to its original home at Danson Mansion, Danson Park, Welling, will be in action on December 8 for a Christmas concert in the restored library, featuring the choir from St Paulinus Church, Crayford. Tickets, cost £10 and must be bought in advance. Call 01322 526574.

FUNDRAISER: Demelza House, the Kent-based children's hospice, is hosting a fundraising Christmas party at the Dartford Bridge Hilton Hotel on December 17 from 7pm. Tickets cost £48 and corporate tables are available. Call Rose on 07713 026173.