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  • Careers and Coffee – Apprenticeships 2.0

    The Exchange, Sturminster Newton Sturminster Newton

    Did you know there are 600 different apprenticeship pathways? With the changing economic landscape, more people are now turning to apprenticeships as their pathway to work. Enjoy a free coffee […]

    Free

  • Christmas library gets lively

    Sherborne Library Sherborne Library, Hound street, Sherborne

    Join us at the library for a special wintery story and craft session. Suitable for ages 3+. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult.

    Free

  • Sturminster Newton’s first Menopause Café

    Thyme after Time Cafe Unit 6, Spire Hill Business Park, Thornhill Rd, Stalbridge, Sturminster Newton, United Kingdom

    Join us for an informal gathering at the very first Menopause Café in Stur! A safe space to share experiences and increase awareness of the impact of menopause. Come along […]

    Free

  • Short Story Writing Competition

    Shaftesbury

    What are you up to this week? How about writing a 500-word story for a Short Story Writing Competition? The theme is the murder of King Edward the Martyr, which […]

    Free

  • Love your aquarium? Visit the Oceanarium this May half term!

    Oceanarium Bournemouth Oceanarium, Bournemouth

    Looking for somewhere to visit with the family, this May half term? Visit the Oceanarium and take an awe-inspiring underwater voyage, above and below the waves! The Oceanarium is a proud member of BIAZA and this May half term, they will be supporting BIAZA’s ‘Love Your Aquarium’ campaign! Watch the waters come alive with regular […]

  • Health Promotion Evening

    Wincanton Memorial Hall High Street, Wincanton, Somerset

    Wincanton is having a Health Promotion Evening on Wednesday 11th September from 17:30-19:30 at Wincanton Memorial Hall. Wincanton Health Centre has organised this event and Dr Campbell Murdoch a GP from Wincanton Health Centre is presenting what is metabolic health and how to improve it from 18:00. There is a raffle and refreshments available, where […]

    Free

  • South West Really Useful Family History Show

    Kinson Community Centre Millhams Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, United Kingdom

    Dorset Family History Society is excited to announce they have been working in partnership with Devon Family History Society and the Family History Federation to host the South West Really Useful Family […]

    Free

  • Bere Marsh Farm Farmers’ Market

    Bere Marsh Farm Newman's Drove, Shillingstone, Blandford

    We're really excited to reveal our first farmers' market will take place at Bere Marsh Farm, Shillingstone, on September 6 from 10am to 4pm. Look forward to seeing you there! […]

    Free

  • Big Green Day

    Beaminster School Newtown, Beaminster

    A day showcasing a wide variety of environmental groups - wildlife, energy, recycling, grow your own, sustainable living etc. Lots of friendly and useful information and advice! Plus live music, […]

    Free

  • Verwood Communities Together

    The Verwood Hub Theatre The Hub, Verwood

    Come and explore all the amazing local community groups and clubs for friendship, exercise and entertainment.

    Free

  • Wreath Making Afternoon at the Allendale Community Centre

    The Allendale Centre Hanham Road, Wimborne, United Kingdom

    Wreath Making afternoon at the Allendale Community Centre.  A fundraising event for the Centre.  Enjoy making your own festive wreath to take home whilst enjoying festive nibbles and a soft […]

    £30.00

  • Motivation and Self-Care Workshops

    The Hub on the Heath 10 Adastral Rd, Canford Heath, Poole, dorset, United Kingdom

    I run small, supportive workshops for women over 45 who want to feel more confident and motivated. There is a strong emphasis on self care, which we all need more […]

    £22.00

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