It's Back to Church Sunday in a church near you!

Sydling Church will join others in celebrating Back to Church Sunday – a service full of friendship, fellowship and faith!

This special service will start at 10:30am, everyone is very welcome, especially individuals who haven’t been to church for a while and are considering going.

Even if you are just curious – come along and perhaps make some new friends!

Many other churches are celebrating as well whilst exploring issues of Christian Faith and how it can change people’s lives.

BUCKLAND NEWTON SINGING makes you feel good – why not join a new group for some sing-a-longs?

Simply turn up any Monday evening at the Halsey Arms – an informal singing group meets there between 7:30pm – 8:30pm.

Everyone is welcome, the main aim is to have fun and perhaps build new friendships!

For further information call Alison Chant on 01300 345592.

YOUR sewing skills are needed on behalf of the Holy Rood Church!

But don’t worry, the task is not a difficult one: the kneelers of the two beautiful hassocks in the church are past their best and need to be replaced.

Can anyone help?

All the materials will be provided, only hand sewing is required.

You would be sure to brighten up the next wedding day even more!

If you think you can help call Wendy on 01300 345427 or Richard on 01300 345586 for more information.

HARVEST Supper: This annual event takes place on Saturday, October 1 this year.

A three course meal consisting as much as possible of local produce will be served.

This is followed by an Auction of Promise.

The supper takes place in the Village Hall and starts at 7pm.

The resulting funds will be divided between aid for the severe famine in East Africa and the Holy Rood Church.

Please come and use this as an opportunity to celebrate the beauty and productivity of our area.

Tickets cost £ 7, to book please call 01300 345386 or 01300 345309.

LYDDEN Vale News: This parish magazine which serves Buckland Newton amongst other, neighbouring villages is still looking for a co-editor.

Is there anyone out there who could put some time aside to help?

A few hours every other month will suffice but will be greatly appreciated.

Please call the current editor Carol Mason on 01300 345217 for more information.

CERNE ABBAS MOVIOLA’S next performance takes place on Monday, September 19 as already reported in this column.

“Brighton Rock” (15) will be shown, starring Helen Mirren and Sam Riley.

Further performances are on Monday, October 17 when “Mao’s Last Dancer” will be shown and Monday, November 21 featuring the film “Hanna”.

HARVEST festival: This year’s festival takes place on Sunday, October 2 at 11am in St. Mary’s Church.

It consists of a cold buffet lunch, preceded by the service at 12:30pm.

Tickets are £ 6 and available from Cerne Abbas Stores.

There is no cost to children, all proceeds go to the UNICEF “It’s Time to Share” – children in Somalia campaign.

HISTORICAL Society: Please note that this month’s talk takes place in St. Mary’s Church, not the Village Hall.

It starts at 7:30pm and carries the title “The Baronet of Bladen”, presented by Anne King.

Her talk will provide an insight into the agricultural estate at Briantspuddle and its founder Sir Ernest Debenham.

He was created a Baronet in 1931 in recognition of his services – come along and find out more!

Guest members are welcome to attend against payment of a small fee.

TEATIME Antiques: A huge Thanks goes to everyone who came to this event, supporting Weldmar Hospice yet again.

Over 40 people attended, making it possible to raise £ 340 – well done!