One of the UK’s most respected and established comedians, Simon is a regular on TV and radio, credits include BBC One’s Live at the Apollo, Michael McIntyre’s Roadshow, BBC Two’s Mock the Week and Channel 4’s Stand Up for the Week. On BBC Radio 4, Simon Evans Goes to Market, has been re-commissioned for a fifth series, whilst regular appearances also include The News Quiz and The Unbelievable Truth. His live tour shows have sold out around the country and garnered superlative reviews from the press.   ‘Sizzlingly entertaining, beautifully crafted, devastatingly funny gags’ The Guardian

The Guernsey Jazz Orchestra has been celebrating its 20^th year in style with some fantastic gigs, but they have saved the best for last!  With players past and present, great vocalists, a string section and a packed programme of exciting big band charts, this is a night not to be missed!  There will be cabaret seating at tables of 10 and a cash bar.

This educational quiz, now in its 12^th year, is an exciting spectator event showcasing some of the island’s brightest young minds.  This year’s theme is ‘Discoveries’ and some rounds and questions will test the teams on their knowledge around famous discoveries.  Teams of students from the island’s schools will be competing for the coveted Year 6, Year 8 and Post 16 titles.  The winners of each age group will go on to compete against their Jersey counterparts at the inter-island Final on Tuesday 27 November at Guernsey’s OGH Hotel (from 11:00 – 14:30) Team events Year 6: 09:30 – 11:45; Year 8: 14:30 – 1545; Post 16: 19:00 – 20:00

An evening to celebrate St James' Bicentenary in style. With Champagne Reception, kindly sponsored by Ravenscroft, 3 Course Dinner, Silent Auction and Big Birthday Raffle. The entertainment will be provided by Les Blondettes, GADOC and Denis Burns. For ticket availability please contact St James on 711361.

A concert of commemoration and remembrance to mark the 100^th anniversary of the Armistice at the end of the First World War 1918. The concert will include marches and concert works from the Military Band repertoire that have become well-known for their uplifting and emotional content. Army, Navy and Air Force are all represented in a concert packed full of musical highlights.  Programme includes Nimrod Elgar, Hymn to the Fallen John Williams, Dam Busters Eric Coates. Also in the programme is a new concert march ‘Armistice November 1918’ written by local musician Matthew Bowditch who is a current member of the Band of the Royal Marines. A donation from the proceeds of this concert will be given to the Poppy Appeal

Guernsey’s annual Community Awards are returning to St James.  ‘Every year, the Community Awards shine a spotlight on local charities, individuals and businesses who work tirelessly- often with little fanfare- to improve the lives of thousands of people across the Bailiwick’ said Jim Roberts, Chief Executive of the Guernsey Community Foundation. ‘From fundraising to organising to volunteering, so many people are giving so much – and that deserves to be celebrated.’ Categories include: Charity of the Year, Fundraising Team, Organising Committee, Corporate Social Responsibility, Award for Innovation,  Outstanding Individual and Youth Award. For more information visit www.communityawards.gg