🎄 Local Christmas Events & Festive Highlights

This month’s issue is packed with festive cheer. From the Quayside Choir Christmas Concert to children’s craft sessions at Upton Library, the magazine helps you plan a magical December. There’s even a look at the town’s Christmas lights and the annual “Celebration of Christmas” event at the Community Centre.

🧑‍🎄 Updates from the Town Council

Curious about what’s happening around town? This issue features Town Council updates including:

• Renovations to the clock tower

• The newly transformed old skatepark site

• Notes from recent council meetings
  It’s a real reminder of how much care goes into keeping Upton looking beautiful.

🧒 Inspiring Stories from Local Youth Groups

From Scouts supporting the Poppy Appeal to the Mayor’s Guide representing the town internationally, this edition is full of uplifting stories about young people contributing to the community.

📚 Upton Library News

The library continues to be a hub of activity. This month:

• Festive craft sessions

• “Paws for Storytime” with Ziggy the dog

• Lego clubs, rhyme time, and digital help sessions
  If you’ve got children—or simply love your local library—these updates are invaluable.

🌺 Upton in Bloom & Community Gardening

Get the dates for next year’s Plant Sale, Celebration Evening, and the always-popular Horticultural & Craft Show. The magazine is bursting with gardening inspiration and opportunities to get involved.

 Royal British Legion & Remembrance

A touching look at the community’s Remembrance activities, including the parade, the volunteers behind the Poppy Appeal, and how residents can stay connected with the Armed Forces community.

📖 Long Reads & Local Stories

This month includes a charming poem full of festive humour and a personal travel story from a resident adventuring across Canada—exactly the kind of local storytelling that makes The Clarion special.

🏡 Practical Information Every Resident Needs

Inside, you’ll find:

• Subscription reminders

• Volunteer opportunities

• Local club updates (U3A, Scouts, Guides, Wives Group, Keep Upton Tidy, Allotment Association, and more!)

• Pages of trusted local tradespeople and services

It’s the kind of information that saves you time, helps you get involved, and strengthens the community.

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• Strengthen the connection between neighbours and local groups

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