MEMBERS of Uxbridge Choral Society are set to take to the stage for their annual summer concert at St Margaret's Church this

Saturday. The 80-strong amateur choir will perform A Night at the Opera with music by esteemed classical composer and conductor, John Rutter CBE.

what? Uxbridge Choral Society summer concert

where? St Margaret's Church, Windsor Street, Uxbridge

when? Saturday, July 3, at 7.30pm

cost? £10

see: www.uxbridgechoralsociety.org.uk

Rocking in Ruislip

AFTER becoming regulars on the London club circuit as teenagers more than 40 years ago, veteran hard-rock act Stray can still boast a loyal army of fans - including none other than heavy metal legends Iron Maiden, who covered All In Your Mind.

The band are back on the road following the success of recent albums 10 and Live: In Yer Face, and are stopping off in Ruislip this Friday.

Expect an evening of no-nonsense entertainment with solid, well-written songs performed with that special spark which is only ignited when musicians are at the top of their game, and know each other inside out.

what? Stray

where? Tropic at Ruislip, Ruislip Social Club, Grosvenor Vale, Ruislip, HA4 6JQ

when? Friday, July 2, at 9.30pm (doors open 8.30pm)

cost? £12 (£10 in advance) contact: 01784 460 094

see: www.tropicatruislip.co.uk

Hop along to rockabilly gig

JOIN London-based rockabilly trio, The Piccadilly Bullfrogs, for a musical journey down the Grand Union Canal during a cruise aboard the Elsdale II.

The trio, who are better known for performing as the Big Beat rock 'n' roll act, The Stargazers, cite Fats Domino, Hank Williams and Bill Haley among their many influences, and have mastered all aspects of their chosen genre, from swing-live to boogie-woogie and everything in between.

Despite their name, there is nothing frog-like about their voices, and they have wowed audiences across the UK, Europe, Japan and America.

The cruise leaves at 8pm and returns at 11pm.

The boat is fully licensed and fish and chips are available. Booking is essential.

what? Rockabilly Cruise

where? Elsdale II, Packet Boat Marina, Packet Boat Lane, Cowley, UB8 2JJ

when? Friday, July 2 cost? £10 (plus £7 for fish and chips)

contact: Victoria Tustian on 07545 924 868 or email victoria.tustian@groundwork.org.uk

School's out for summer fair

A COCONUT shy, face-painting and frog hoopla will be among the attractions on offer at a summer fair hosted by Cowley St Lawrence Primary School.

The popular event will also feature a cheerleading display, 100ft inflatable obstacle course and slide, go-karts and lucky dip, as well as a barbecue, fully licensed bar and a DJ. A fun day out for all the family.

what? Summer fair

where? Cowley St Lawrence Primary School, Worcester Road, Cowley, UB8 3TH

when? Sunday, July 4, noon-3pm

cost? 50p adults, free for children

contact: Emma Gallagher at emma.gallagher@virgin.net

Gilbert and Sullivan scores highly with Hillingdon group

MUSIC created by iconic comic operatic duo, Gilbert and Sullivan, will be showcased at Vyners School in Ickenham, courtesy of Hillingdon Choral Society.

The amateur choir, which originally formed in 1980, will perform an abridged concert version of Yeoman of the Guard, as well as many more musical classics.

what? An evening with Gilbert and Sullivan

where? Vyners School, Warren Road, Ickenham, UB10 8AB

when? Saturday, July 3, at 7.30pm

cost? £10 (children £3)

contact: 020 8582 0931 or email esmith@hillingdongrid.org