Darkness ChristmasAccording to my Darkness gigography this was the day The Darkness played at the Uncle Bob's Christmas party... I remember it didn't go entirely to plan, they were due to play a set of Christmas songs, but because of technical issues (or more likely b... MJ Hibbett and the Validators Christmas newsletterIt's the last working day of the month for me too! I don't think this means it's pay day though, as we should be working between christmas and new year, it's just holiday rather than shutdown. I very much enjoyed Mark's Totally Acoustic at The Lamb, ... This is my new weblog......which I am being forced to write so my boyfriend can read what I have been doing and what I am thinking at all times. This weekend was fairly unproductive. We did make the effort to go shopping but gave up in despair after an hour or two. Too m... Good ChristmasBACK in London now after a smashing (but short) family Christmas... with having xmas eve off we got down to Fareham in plenty of time to relax and receive the first of our xmas bonusses - a ride in the Beetle... this was my first car that I bought in... we actually had this for christmas last yearOurs was a goose stuffed with a duck stuffed with chicken stuffed with a cat or something like that, I dont know. It was BLUDDY GRATE though! Christmas day's the next quizDon't be rubbing it in about your enormous mansion, we have traded in rented flats in the London for another flat in Folkestone, albeit quite a nice one... good to know there's more people out there in the same boat!I Don't do sports, but there does ... FfffffreezingSo, as mentioned before our office party was Friday night, actually in our office, and it seems to have been a resounding success. We had to leave early to try and get to Fareham, but so great a time was had by all they had to turn the heating off, a... Merry ChristmasIn an interweb cafe (but without the cafe) in Folkestone, as I am overdrawn and needed to do some hasty internet banking before I could finish my shopping! All clear now, probably won't be back online until 2005...Got this from b3ta, enjoy, merry xma... Christmas roundupHad a GREAT Christmas break in Folkestone, quite a lot of sitting in and relaxing, playing dominoes, watching DVDs (lots of series one, why did Doyle leave? He's WHAT???) and remarkably not eating out once. Normally a trip there means restaurants fo... Just repaired all the family tree pagesHow long have they been broken then? Don't forget Doctor Who is aboard the Titanic on Christmas day this year, with Kylie Minogue. Merry Christmas all...Merry Christmas from the Kings HeadWent to the Kings Head in Hythe yesterday and they had an amusing Christmas promotion going on... a church choir, permforming christmas tunes, a christmas tree up, and other such festivities. Well, it was exactly 6 months to go until Christmas.Last minute christmas present?How about this <a href="http://tinyurl.com/b9zpu">Star Wars cruiser</a>, all eight foot of it, in Lego. All proceeds to charity...Belated Merry Christmas!We do have a lot of snow here today, this is from lst year though - got to do some downloading and jigging about to get the pics off my camera, and some setting up to get my new christmas camera online; got it working wiredly (for a few minutes yeste... Santa Claus"Dude, I think he was kissing your mom!" "That's it I'm gonna spark that fat bearded cnut!"John ThompsonIn the Xmas markets on Sat, with the family. It was heaving so they had their work cut out getting through the crowds. Lots of people nudging each other going "you know who THAT is...?"Black ChristmasMove over Christina Aguilera and Cliff Richard with your rubbish festive schmaltz - The Benson are coming...Dj Scissorkicks is producing Ten Benson's forthcoming platter, and in a move that's sure to shake the shelves of Woolies, it's going to be a C... First of many press releases of the weekThursday December 14th is the Club Beer Christmas Party, at Under Solo, Inverness St, Camden...Ian and Angus will be spinning their patented brand of utter shite and nonsense and entertainment will be provided by the Club Beer House Band - Bobby Gill... Fly ChristmasI heard a theory that if all the money in the world was distributed equally, we'd all be loaded, but within a year natural forces would ensure that a one third of the people would have somehow conned another third of the people out of theirs.Went to ... Drinking Action TONITE!Fortuna Pop are having a party tonight at the Bull & Gate, Kentish Town, to promote their new A Christmas Gift from Fortuna POP! EP.It features The Action Time, fresh from their 8 / 10 in the NME (incorporating Melody Maker. Soon), Airport Girl, Salo... In the next issue of Melody Maker...Are they taking the piss, or is there really going to be another issue of da 'Maker? On the inside back cover of their Christmas Issue (which only arrived today), they have a load of stuff:Papa Roach get set to take over the world!We join Coby Dick's... Merry ChristmasFlippin'eck, early innit?Naturally I'm not actually here, I'll still be sleeping for at least another five minutes before getting up to see what surprises have been unloaded over the foot of my bed.As it's the season for giving, here's something for ... PopBitch Secret T-Shirt ThingJust got this from the PopBitch Massive:If you want to pick up a pre-Christmas popbitch t-shirt, go to The Doghouse in Wardour St, Soho, between 5pm and 6pm. Go to the bar, buy a drink, and ask for popbitch. More details here: popbitch.com/tshirts.h... That's work done thenThere's a very slim chance that I won't be sat in front of the computer again before christmas (though I know the wife will laugh when she sees this), so merry christmas everyone, hope you have a good one.I wrote that yesterday, but didn't hit send, ... A Right Regal Christmas4 So Joseph also went up from the town of Nazareth in Galilee to Judea, to Bethlehem the town of David, because he belonged to the house and line of David. 5 He went there to register with Mary, who was pledged to be married to him and was expecting... The WIAIWYA / Fortuna Pop Christmas PartyAlmost guaranteed more star studded than the premi�re of "Ali", and the smash hits christmas party combined...Friday 14th DecemberThe Bull and Gate, Kentish Town, in that London.Admission �5. Doors 7:30 pm - latePlus mince pies, party paraphernalia, ... Christmas craft fair at Capel village hall, 22nd NovemberCHRISTMAS CRAFT FAIRSATURDAY22nd NOVEMBER 200810 a.m. to 3.30 p.m.AT THE VILLAGE HALLThere is a wide range of stalls this year, perfect for buying unusual Christmas presents or cards from local producers or even a little something for yourself.Potte... Christmas Uncle BobsUncle Bob's Wedding Reception is BACK anyway on DECEMBER 1st for a Christmas Special... To help everyone get into the festive spirit they have THE DARKNESS playing a special live Yuletide set with some carols thrown in! Metal rawk stylee! Free booze... A disappointing thingI'd heard of this thing called a "Kitty Cam" and had got it into my head that it is a tiny camera that you put on a cat's collar and it beams back to yoru computer so you can see what it's up to. Last night I checked out the URL though, and it's not,... Uncle Bob's Christmas Wedding Reception, 10th Birthday Party, Centenary & Farewell!FeaturingCELEBRITY GUEST DJ SARAH CAWOODplusvery special live guests SCHWABplusthe return of DJ Simon PriceplusResident DJs Miss JT, Billy Reeves & Hitman HearnSATURDAY 6th DECEMBER 8pm-lateatTHE WATER RATS THEATRE, Grays Inn Road, Kings Cros... Merry ChristmasOh and shame you and your lovely wife aren't around this Christmas - you will be missed. Hope you have a good one down in Folkestone, hello to everyone I know.The PoguesTheir annual christmas outing, with Shane McGowan and everythingTemper TrapTemper Trap tickets The Temper Trap celebrate Christmas with a one-off show at the beautiful Koko in Camden. The Australian band returns for a full UK headline...The DarknessBack to Uncle Bobs, and an attempt at some Christmas carols...Christmas PartyWith live jazz, disco, and the Shanghai Syncopated OrchestraChina Crisis - Christmas ShowChristmas with the BeatlesLondon Bridge Experience - Christmas NightmareCards for Good CausesMulti charity Christmas Card shop returnign at least 81p in the pound to the charities we support. 01732 838246� cardsforcharity.orgTemper TrapTemper Trap tickets The Temper Trap celebrate Christmas with a one-off show at the beautiful Koko in Camden. The Australian band returns for a full UK headline...Christmas Live At indigO2London Bridge Experience - Christmas NightmareThe Temper Trap in LiverpoolThe Temper Trap in Liverpool tickets The Temper Trap celebrate Christmas with a one-off show at the beautiful Koko in Camden. The Australian band returns for a full UK headline...Day Out with Thomas to meet Father ChristmasChristmas Golden Arrow'THE GOLDEN ARROW' with No. 850 Lord Nelson, The last train to visit the Harbour will arrive at approx 11am. For details contact, Kingfisher Rail Tours: 0870 747 2983 11:00 Christmas Exhibitionnow on until Saturday 6th January 2008 Venue: Chimaera Gallery, 42 Tontine Street, Folketsone Time: Gallery opens Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday 10.30am – 4pm and Friday and Saturday 10.30am – 5pm Chimaera is showing its Christmas exhibition ... Joe Longthorne Christmas SpecialBoxing Day quizAs traditional as christmas itself (now that Chambers christmas day quiz is no longer on)Christmas Craft FairLocal produced Christmas gifts and craftsFamous Ship Inn Christmas PartyThe evening starts with carol singers at about 8, the Blue Room will take to the front bar about 9 for a night of music, fun and games.Day Out with Thomas to meet Father ChristmasA Christmas of Sorts"Carnival of Sorts" Christmassy gigPeter Pan (Panto)The Marlowe Theatre brings you a spectacular version of Peter Pan for Christmas 2009 in the magical venue it deserves, a state-of-the-art, big top theatre, situated in the heart of the city at Kingsmead Coach Park, Canterbury. More dates to comeThe Light Before ChristmasIlluminated procession and fireworks through the creative quarter. Plus, win a wii in time for christmas!Temper TrapTemper Trap tickets The Temper Trap celebrate Christmas with a one-off show at the beautiful Koko in Camden. The Australian band returns for a full UK headline...Santa's Christmas SpecialThe Chuckle Brothers in The Twelve Days of ChristmasThe Temper Trap in LeedsThe Temper Trap in Leeds tickets The Temper Trap celebrate Christmas with a one-off show at the beautiful Koko in Camden. The Australian band returns for a full UK headline...Day Out with Thomas to meet Father ChristmasSanta's Christmas Special