COFFEE MORNING: A coffee morning will be held on Saturday (December 14) at Haughton Green Methodist Church, from 10am to 11am. The event will include cakes and a bring and-buy stall. Admission is free and all are welcome.

CHRISTMAS TREES: Harrowgate Hill Methodist Church, in Lowson Street, Darlington, has organised a Festival of Christmas Trees to raise funds for St Teresa’s Hospice, NCH and church funds. The church is open on Saturday, December 14, between 10am and noon for displays and refreshments, and on Saturday, December 21, between 10am and 1pm. Entry is £2 to include refreshments.

XMAS DECORATIONS: The Scrap Studio, an arts group that turns everyday objects into craft items, will hold an Upcycling for Christmas workshop on Saturday, December 14, between 1pm and 4pm. The workshop will offer tips on creating homemade decorations, with all materials included for the £10 fee. The Scrap Studio is based at Borough Road Nursery, in Darlington. To book a place call 07727-706335.