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  • Intro to Linoprinting Workshop

    Gillingham Library Chantry Fields, Gillingham

    Do you help to look after someone? Join Carer Support Dorset this Carers Week for free events to celebrate Dorset's unpaid carers. A session on learning lino printmaking. All materials to be provided and you can take you prints home. Artist Tara Harland Vinney will show you how to cut into lino, print and enjoy […]

    Free
  • Movement and Dance Workshop

    Beacon Room St Mary's Church, Ferndown

    Do you help to look after someone? Join Carer Support Dorset this Carers Week for free events to celebrate Dorset's unpaid carers. A session to help you to enjoy movement and dance, led by dance workshop leader Anna Golding who specialises in working with people who are new to dance and movement, as well as […]

    Free
  • Singing Workshop

    Beacon Room St Mary's Church, Ferndown

    Do you help to look after someone? Join Carer Support Dorset this Carers Week for free events to celebrate Dorset's unpaid carers. Come and have a sing- a long, taught by singing teacher Sammy Hurden.

    Free
  • All you need is words- a poetry workshop

    Sturminster Newton Library Bath Rd, Sturminster Newton

    The workshop is aimed at anyone interested in poetry; a love of poetry is essential. I will focus on alliteration and assonance as a means of making our poems vibrant and accessible. Maybe we will work in pairs. All you need is words! Pen and paper or iPad desirable. Sense of fun very welcome ! […]

    £8
  • Basket making workshop

    Gutchpool Farm Gutchpool Farm, Gillingham, United Kingdom

    Ever wanted to weave a basket? Then come and learn how to make this stylish asymmetric basket with Yeomen basketmaker Ellie Morgan. During this one-day workshop Ellie will take you through the process of weaving a traditional 'stake and strand' style basket - with a twist, and a wooden handle. You'll use a variety of […]

    £125
  • Willow Christmas decoration making workshop

    Gutchpool Farm Gutchpool Farm, Gillingham, United Kingdom

    Come and make your own unique willow Christmas decorations with Yeoman basketmaker Ellie Morgan. You'll be making little free standing Christmas trees, stars, bunting and Christmas tree decorations; what a lovely way to kick start the festive period! Everything will be made from willow grown in England, which is both sustainable and biodegradable. All materials […]

    £55
  • Natural dyes workshop

    Gutchpool Farm Gutchpool Farm, Gillingham, United Kingdom

    Come and explore the power of natural colour through our workshop run by Artist, Dyer and Grower, Ffion Taverner. During this workshop we will explore the hidden qualities of the natural world, working with homegrown flowers that have been dried from this year's crops, as well as traditional dye ingredients to create a spectrum of […]

    £110
  • Little Explorers Hop Into Easter

    Museum of East Dorset 23-27 High Street, WIMBORNE MINSTER, United Kingdom

    A jam-packed morning of creative fun is in store for your little explorers. Easter and Spring themed arts, crafts and stories, follow the trail around our garden to find the where the cheeky chicks are hidden to claim your reward. This is an all-weather activity so please dress accordingly Entrance is via Tearoom, Museum Admission […]

    £3.50
  • Self Publishing Workshop with John Jenkins

    Sturminster Newton Library Bath Rd, Sturminster Newton

    A two-hour self-publishing workshop with John Jenkins. https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/self-publishing-workshop-with-john-jenkins-tickets-613290457267

    £10
  • DorPIP Dads FREE Online Course

    Online

    We are pleased to announce that DorPIP will be starting DorPIP Dad's group facilitated by the campaigner and keynote speaker, Mark Williams. Over the six weekly sessions you will have the opportunity to explore what takes to be a dad, learn about bonding and attachment, strategies you can use to take care of your wellbeing, […]

    Free
  • 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 in the informal setting of our community venues and gain vital, up to-date information on the employment and apprenticeship landscape in Dorset. Our expert, Joanne […]

    Free
  • Dawn chorus with breakfast

    Bere Marsh Farm Newman's Drove, Shillingstone, Blandford

    Set your alarm early and get ready to enjoy the dawn chorus at Bere Marsh Farm, on our guided tour led by birding expert John Lockwood. Immerse yourself in the dawn chorus at the height of the bird breeding season, whilst John helps you identify birdsong unique to each species. Our tour includes areas not […]

    £10