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As we approach the half term holidays, you may be wondering what activities are taking place to keep everyone entertained.

You may remember that over the past two years, we have held some very successful laser light shows during the February half term, at the Canal Basin in Chichester.

People can explore the vibrant colours of the Chichester District with a free exhibition of open-air paintings at Chichester Cathedral, from 12 February 2025.

A series of exciting free laser shows, choreographed to music, will take place in Chichester and Petworth during the half-term holidays, which have been arranged by Chichester District Council.

Residents can boost their skills and receive support to take their next steps towards work thanks to a series of free community events from Chichester District Council's Choose Work team.

I'm pleased to tell you that work to refurbish our play areas in Chichester is progressing really well, and we'll soon be asking for your views on our final plans.

We're sorry to say that the Vegan Market Co has had to make the difficult decision to cancel the Chichester Vegan Market that was due to take place this Sunday 26 January, due to the high winds that are forecast as a result of Storm Eowyn.

A new Miyawaki-style tree plot has been planted in Chichester's Florence Park, as part of a trial to test the success of different planting methods across the Chichester District.

A new community exhibition celebrating the lives and stories of local LGBTQ+ individuals is opening at The Novium Museum in Chichester, developed in collaboration with Chichester Pride.

Chichester District Council is thanking the many residents, workers, businesses, groups and organisations who provided their feedback on a range of potential climate change projects, as part of a recent public consultation.

Planting trees benefits our district in so many ways, from improving biodiversity and boosting carbon storage, to enhancing the natural beauty of our local landscape for everybody to enjoy.

Chichester District Council is asking for people's views on the aims and actions proposed for its new Housing, Homelessness and Rough Sleeping Strategy, as part of a public consultation that launched this week and will run until Monday 3 March.