The Sons of the Desert inspired chapters in other United States cities, and then in the United Kingdom and other countries. In keeping with the tongue-in-cheek “desert” theme, each local chapter of the society is called a “tent,” and each is named after a different Laurel and Hardy film. There are more than 100 active "tents" worldwide, mostly in the United States and United Kingdom. Members meet up regularly to enjoy Laurel and Hardy movies in an informal atmosphere. Many chapters formed in the 1960s are still active today. In addition to local and regional meetings, the Sons of the Desert holds international conventions every
The Ivor Novello Appreciation Bureau by a concert in the Salon of the Theatre Royal, Drury Lane. A lilac tree was planted in the grounds of St. John's Church, Littlewick Green, on 10 June 2001. The Honorary Administrator is Nicholas Gaze, and he is assisted by Mary Falby and Chris Sansom. The patrons are the sopranos Marilyn Hill-Smith and Sandra Watkins. The Ivor Novello Appreciation Bureau The Ivor Novello Appreciation Bureau is a voluntary organisation that was formed in Quedgeley, Gloucester, to foster interest in and preserve the memory of the Welsh composer and actor Ivor Novello. An annual 'Ivor Day' event is held in