HARVEST celebrations at Melsonby, near Richmond, begin tomorrow at 7.30pm with a service for the whole village at St James' Church.

A harvest barn dance and supper are held at the Methodist chapel on Saturday at 7pm. On Sunday, a combined Anglican and Methodist harvest thanksgiving is held at St James' Church, at 10.30am, followed at 12.15pm by the dedication of a bench in the garden of the Methodist chapel, in memory of worshipper Gwen Martin.

JOB SHOP: Anyone interested in an NHS career can find out more about the opportunities available at a Job Shop at the Friarage Hospital's recreation hall, in Northallerton, from 1pm until 5pm today. Staff will be available to chat about their experiences, while details of vacancies will also be on display. For information, call (01609) 762025.

LITERARY LUNCH: White Rose Books, in Thirsk, hosts a literary lunch next week, where guests will be crime writer Stuart Pawson and the town's own Jonathan Tullock. Tickets, priced £13.50, are available from the shop. For more information, call (01845) 524353.

JAZZ NIGHT: Ripon's Spa Hotel hosts an evening of jazz this weekend. Tommy Whittle and singer Barbara Jay perform from 7.45pm on Sunday. Tickets cost £15, with more information available on (01765) 602172.

FORUM MEETS: Lower Wensleydale Parish Forum meets at Hunton village hall, near Leyburn, on Monday, October 28, 7pm. Richmondshire District Council, North Yorkshire Police and the emergency services lead the meeting. For details call Jacqui Walker on (01748) 829100.

KENNELS OK: Permission has been granted by Richmondshire District Council after amended plans were submitted for kennels at Hunton Clump, Hauxwell Lane, near Scotton, Catterick Garrison, on condition they are not used commercially.

FRIENDS REUNITED: The class of 1982 from Stokesley School are welcome at a reunion at Stokesley Social Club, from 7.45pm on Saturday, October 12.