Christmas carol concert spreads holiday cheer

This year's Christmas carol concert featured a few surprise guests--a choir of our Area Managers, who had secretly been practicing their singing under the guidance of Head of Volunteers and National Networks, Philip Rosser. Their performance went over well, as did the singing of the Tabard Singers, who might have been more professionally polished, but they could not have beat the Area Managers' enthusiasm.

The evening raised over £400 for Independent Age, which will help many older people to have a nicer Christmas this year. Thanks to all of you who came, and to all of our other supporters.

Holiday fun with Independent Age

If you're in London this December, come celebrate the holidays with us! We have events coming up to suit traditional carollers as well as dance-till-dawn types.

First up is the Christmas Boat Party, on Thursday 2 December, a fun night cruising the Thames with a DJ and silent auction. The boat sets off from Westminster Pier at 7.15 pm and returns at 11 pm. Tickets are £30, which includes a buffet and welcome drinks. Please email Jordan Trimby for tickets or more information.

That's followed by our annual Christmas Carol concert the following Thursday, 9 December, at St Michael's Church, Chester Square, London SW1W 9HH. This will be a festive evening of Christmas readings and carols, featuring the Tabard Singers and a new Independent Age vocal ensemble, followed by mince pies and wine. Please contact Harriet Steele for tickets or to find out more.

We hope to see you at either event, or both.