1. Extras star helps bring hope to disabled children

A string of backers for a Wokingham children’s charity has been announced, including an international comedian.

2. Carnival to take on pantomime theme

Panto magic will come to town for this year’s Winter Carnival – oh yes it will!

3. Comic-Con is in the diary

From now on, the month of July will not only mean hot (hopefully) summer days, ice cream and holidays. For me it will also mark the annual Comic-Con International show.

4. St Paul’s claim eighth straight District title

Last week's 54th Annual sports of the Wokingham and District Primary Schools Athletic Association at Palmer Park Stadium saw a total of 18 schools from the Wokingham, Earley, Twyford, Woodley and Reading area compete.

5. Taste of the Orient on stage

6. THOUSANDS EXPECTED AT WINTER WARMER by Sarah Bishton

7. VOLUNTEER 'ARMY' PUTS WARMTH INTO WINTER CARNIVAL By Sarah Bishton

8. Designer classics

IN A world of interior indulgence and extravagance, those wishing to take themselves back to basics may have found a home.

9. Theatre Listings for 19th Oct - 25th Oct

10. Stage - Thatcher the Musical, John Mayall, French Without Tears and House of the Gods

Roy Martin rounds up the week's drama, music and comedy.

This week he's reviewed Thatcher the Musical!, John Mayall in concert, French Without Tears at the Mill at Sonning and the dark opera House of the Gods.