Don't say you haven't...

been... in the Victoria and Albert Museum after the usual closing time of 5:50 pm? Tonight, select exhibitions - including Carl and Karin Larsson: Creators of Swedish Style - are open from 6:30-8:30pm. There will also be such amenities as live music and a wine bar. After tonight, there's one more scheduled for January 21st. V&A, Cromwell Road, London (0171-938 8441). Admission: pounds 3.

sung... Christmas carols with cast members from Soldier, Soldier, London's Burning and Brookside. Strike up a tune with actors from these shows and others along with the three hundred strong South Hampstead School choir. Recruits should move out to the Royal Albert Hall for 7:30pm sharp. Kensington Gore, London (0171-589 8212). Tickets: pounds 7.50-15.50.

bought... Tibetan Freedom Concert (Grand Royal/Capitol). Yes, tis the season for charity but not only will your money be going to a good cause, you'll also get a CD full of great artists. Those present and accounted for include Bono, Patti Smith, KRS One, Eddie Vedder and The Fugees.