DATA ACESS: Gravesend Adult Education Centre, in Darnley Road, is running a two-day Access Database course which starts on February 12. The course, which is suitable for beginners, is taking place from 10am to 4pm, and costs £35 with concessions. Call 01474 534051 or 01474 534026 for more information.

CHARITY CONCERT: The Kent Schools Orchestra will be performing pieces by Verdi, Khachaturian, Berlioz and Sibelius, at the Mick Jagger Centre, in Shepherd's Lane, Dartford. The performance is being held in aid of the charity Victim Support, and takes place on February 17, at 7.30pm. Tickets are available from the charity on 01732 529422, and cost £5.

NEW CAREER: Swanley Adult Education Centre is holding a 15-week counselling course for people thinking of choosing work place counselling as a career. The first meeting take place on Friday afternoon at the centre in St Mary's Road, Swanley, on February 22. For more information or to enrol, call 01322 665869.