Ernie Clark. Hilperton Division, Wiltshire Council.

It's in Trowbridge on 4th October.

Senior citizens from across Wiltshire are being encouraged to pop along to a free fun day to enjoy traditional sing-a-long songs, a tea dance and a series of events allowing people to drop in or stay all day.

The Wiltshire Council Older People's Day event at County Hall, Trowbridge on October 4 begins at 10.15am and runs until 3.30pm.

The invitation includes lunch and afternoon tea and the opportunity to speak to representatives from a number of charities and organisations hosting exhibition stands at the event.

The Sing 'n Smile Club will lead a friendly sing-along especially for older people. Sue Stone, the founder of the club, said: 'I am delighted we are able to be there on Saturday. We aim to encourage older people to socialise, and help stop them from feeling isolated. Singing is proven to have an uplifting effect, helping people feel healthier and more motivated in their daily life.'

Melksham Pearlies will lead the singing of old favourite songs with the added fun of props and colourful costumes.

LinkAge will be inviting people to try Tai-Chi and Line Dancing before the Pearlies host a London Quiz and Word Search over lunch. Claire Miller, chief executive at LinkAge, said: 'We are thrilled to be invited. We are all about positive and engaging activities for people 55+ so we’re bringing our line dancers and one of our Tai Chi classes to give a demonstration and inspire older people to get active, get involved and have fun. We look forward to meeting everyone on the day.'

The afternoon's activities kick off with New Age Curling and Boccia before the Sing and Smile Club conduct more singing and the activities are stepped up with a tea dance with cake and drinks.

Healthwatch Wiltshire, Wiltshire Citizens Advice, the Independent Living Centre and Victim Support will be among the organisations with exhibition stands at the event and Trowbridge Library will be running e-book workshops.

People can register to attend by emailing events@wiltshire.gov.uk or just turn up on the day.