YOUNG people aged five to 11 are being encouraged to give Tri-Golf a shot. Tri-Golf is a fun way to introduce large groups of children to golf. Sessions, run by Darlington Borough Council’s sport development team, include teaching putting, chipping, pitching and full swing techniques in a fun environment. Sessions are held at Stressholme Golf Club – the next session is on Saturday, June 15, from 10am to noon. The first sessions is free with a charge of £5 thereafter. Call 01325-254370 or email paul.foreman@darlington.gov.uk

BOOK SALE: A hardback book sale will be held from 10am to noon on Saturday, June 8, at St Cuthbert’s Church Hall. Admission is free and books will be on sale at 50p each. Proceeds to church funds.

RACE FOR LIFE: The 2013 Darlington Race for Life will be held in South Park on Saturday, June 9, in support of Cancer Research UK. For more information, visit raceforlife.cancerresearchuk.org

ORGAN RECITAL: David Ratnanayagam, assistant organist at Durham Cathedral, will give an organ recital at St Cuthbert’s Church, in Darlington, at 7.30pm, on Saturday, June 8. The programme will include work by Alain, Bach and Bridge. Admission costs £8, payable at the door. For more information, visit duresme.org.uk/ddoca.htm