A dance student with special needs has been awarded a certificate and medal after completing a course with the Exploring Arts course run by County Care North Yorkshire, Newbiggin, Richmond. Heather Reynoldson's sense of rhythm won her the admiration of tutor Susan Walker. More information about courses is available by telephoning (01748) 850171.

ART ON SHOW: The Richmond Alzheimer's Disease Society hosts an art exhibition as part of the town's summer festival next weekend. Doors open at 7.30pm on Friday, with work on show until Monday evening. For details, call (01748) 825817.

GETTING BEAT: The sound of drums may be echoing around World Cup stadiums in the Far East, but the more authentic sound of Japanese drumming can be heard in Richmond tomorrow night. Mugenkyo are on stage at the Zetland Christian Community Centre from 7.30pm. Tickets, priced from £4, can be obtained by telephoning (01748) 823710.

MEETING DATE: The annual meeting of the Friends of the Richmond Friary Community Hospital will be held on Wednesday, June 26, in the multi-purpose room, at 3.30pm.

Charity swim: Children in Northallerton are to take part in a fundraising swim in aid of Tommy's, a charity which conducts research into premature birth, stillbirth and miscarriage. Babies and toddlers will be raising money at Hambleton Leisure Centre on Tuesday and Thursday, June 25 and 27. To enter, telephone (01609) 777070.

Road closure: Part of Sussex Street, Bedale, is to be closed from Wednesday until Sunday, June 23, while a water main is repaired. Although the order is effective for five days, the work is likely to be completed in one day.

pitching in: A football ground in Ampleforth has been transformed into a Millennium Green by 60 offenders and residents to mark the Queen's Golden Jubilee. Sir David Goodall, former British High Commissioner in India, opened the green. The football club has a new pitch nearby.

Forum move: North Yorkshire Forum for Voluntary Organisations is moving to larger premises at Alanbrooke industrial park, Topcliffe, near Thirsk. Chief officer Neil Irving said the group had outgrown its previous base at Carlton Miniott. The new telephone number is (01845) 578228