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SUMMARY:Artsreach and Woodlands Village Hall presents Arthur Coates & Kerran Cotterell - Music for Cows
DESCRIPTION:Arthur Coates and Kerran Cotterell are an exciting and energetic young folk duo who are quickly carving out a name for themselves with their unique style\, rooted in Quebecois traditional music fused with songs from around the British Isles and North America.\n\nArthur Coates is an award-nominated musician who studied violin and piano at the Aberdeen City Music School. Guitarist Kerran Cotterell has garnered numerous plaudits having performed at Cambridge Folk Festival\, and the BBC Proms in the Royal Albert Hall. Together Arthur and Kerran produce a versatile mix of instrumentals and song\, true to the roots of traditional music and featuring fiddle\, guitar\, bouzouki and feet percussion.\n\nTouring Dorset following the release of their debut album\, Music for Cows\, these rising stars are simply unmissable!\n\nArtsreach is a registered charity which aims to make a positive difference to the lives of people living in rural Dorset\, addressing rural and social isolation\nwww.artsreach.co.uk
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/artsreach-and-woodlands-village-hall-presents-arthur-coates-kerran-cotterell-music-for-cows/
LOCATION:Woodlands Village Hall\, Verwood Road\, Woodlands\, BH21 8LJ
CATEGORIES:live music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Woodlands Village Hall":MAILTO:woodlandsvillagehall@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250302T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250302T140000
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SUMMARY:Baby & Children’s Preloved Sale
DESCRIPTION:Clothes\, toys\, books\, puzzles\, linen\, and nursery equipment (maternity to 12 years). some child product business tables available. Free entry. Refreshments available. Don’t forget to bring your shopping bags. This is a table top sale\, if you would like a table £5 preloved/10 business please contact our Facebook page or email us at pimperneltoddlergroup@hotmail.com
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/baby-childrens-preloved-sale-2/
LOCATION:Pimperne Village Hall\, Newfield Rd\, Pimperne\, DT11 8UZ
CATEGORIES:SALE
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pimperne Baby and Toddler Group":MAILTO:pimpernetoddlergroup@hotmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250306T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250309T143000
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SUMMARY:World Book Day
DESCRIPTION:Book reading during the days with Squeak\, the dinosaur puppet. Great for children and no extra charge. (Normal admission applies)
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/world-book-day/
LOCATION:Farmer Palmers\, Wareham Road\, Poole\, BH16 6EU
CATEGORIES:Children's
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250311T193000
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SUMMARY:Moments
DESCRIPTION:Celebrating over 13 years of working together\, the critically acclaimed team behind the making of international hits The Nature of Forgetting and BIRTH opens up their precious notebooks and share how their magic works. By doing so the magic seems more impressive\, more real and more magical. Weaving Katherine Graham\, Guillaume Pigé and Alex Judd’s personal stories of becoming parents and reaching mid-life with theatrical imagination\, they unpick their creative bond\, re-evaluate success and make a new show exploring time\, fatherhood and grief.\n\nUltimately\, Moments is about attentiveness to; magic in the making of new work; poetry in our everyday; moment-by-moment existence; life as we live it.\n\n‘I give it (grandfather’s watch) to you not that you may remember time\, but that you might forget it now and then for a moment and not spend all your breath trying to conquer it.’ William Faulkner\, The Sound and the Fury\n\nThe development of this new project is funded by Arts Council England\, co-commissioned by London International Mime Festival\, and supported by The Point Eastleigh\, Shoreditch Town Hall\, The Lowry Salford and University of York. It will take place over a number of months in 2023 and 2024.
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/moments/
CATEGORIES:Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250314T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250314T223000
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SUMMARY:The Soul and Swing Big Band
DESCRIPTION:     Sturminster Newton Exchange…..14.03.2025 \n       Come and join us for an evening of great big band and soul entertainment. \nAll Dorset players\, bringing you a fantastic selection of great music from                                   Glenn Miller through to Earth Wind and Fire \n.http://www.soulandswingbigband.co.uk \n 
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/the-soul-and-swing-big-band/
LOCATION:The Exchange\, Sturminster Newton\, Sturminster Newton\, DT10 1FH
CATEGORIES:Music Gig
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250317T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250317T203000
DTSTAMP:20260405T224005
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SUMMARY:West Somerset Railway
DESCRIPTION:Joe is the author of ‘Tithe Barns’ and ‘Railway Enthusiasm in Twenty-first-century Britain’ and conducts talks on railways and the railway hobby. His railway experience comes from over a decade working within the railway hobby\, including for railway modelling company PECO and the West Somerset Railway. He currently works for Dovetail Games\, makers of the popular Train Simulator PC game. railway experience comes from over a decade working within the railway hobby\, including for the West Somerset Railway.
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/west-somerset-railway/
LOCATION:Church House\, Bathwell Lane\, Milborne Port\, DT9 5AN
CATEGORIES:lectures & Talks
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ORGANIZER;CN="Milborne Port History &amp%3B Heritage Group":MAILTO:mphhgroup@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250320T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250320T220000
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SUMMARY:Pot Licker
DESCRIPTION:Pot licker\nWritten and Directed by Ed Viney\nThursday 20 March\, 7:30pm. Halstock Village Hall. 01935 891744. £12.50\, £6 u18s\nWhen teachers Rich\, Kris and Zara discover a bag of drugs in school lost property\, they should\nreport this straight away. But as the school faces imminent closure\, is there another way to deal\nwith the bag?\nThis brilliant new dark comedy looks at what happens when worlds collide\, and lines of\nresponsibility get blurred.\nWriter/director Ed Viney has worked with theatres across the South West and nationally\,\nincluding the RSC\, Bath Theatre Royal and Bristol Old Vic. He recently received the Creative\nScotland Four Nations Award and is the Festival Director of The Script’s The Thing.\nTouring to Halstock with Artsreach\, Pot licker was part of a new scriptwriting initiative at the\nLighthouse Poole\, and is produced by Dorchester Arts for this wider regional tour.\nSuitable 16+ (contains drug references)\nwww.artsreach.co.uk
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/pot-licker/
CATEGORIES:Theatre
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ORGANIZER;CN="Artsreach":MAILTO:info@artsreach.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250322T163000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250322T173000
DTSTAMP:20260405T224005
CREATED:20250128T094845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250128T094846Z
UID:36911-1742661000-1742664600@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:Choral Evensong
DESCRIPTION:You are warmly invited to our monthly\, cathedral-style service of Choral Evensong on Saturday 22nd March at 4.30pm in St Peter’s Church\, Dorchester. The music includes Purcell’s ‘Thou knowest Lord’\, Smith’s ‘Preces & Responses’\, the ‘Magnificat’ by Arvo Pärt\, ‘Nunc Dimittis’ by Holst and S.S. Wesley’s ‘Wash me throughly’. Admission is free and there is a glass of wine to follow. All are very welcome.
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/choral-evensong-16/
LOCATION:St Peter’s Church Dorchester\, 26 High East Street\, Dorchester\, DT1 1XA
CATEGORIES:Classical Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Music at St Peter's":MAILTO:musicatstpeters@mail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250322T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250322T203000
DTSTAMP:20260405T224005
CREATED:20250120T104516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250120T104519Z
UID:36550-1742666400-1742675400@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:Military Wives Choirs - Yeovilton
DESCRIPTION:A performance by the fabulous military wives choirs Yeovilton.\n\nTickets include glass of wine or soft drink.\n\nIn support of Marston Magna Village Hall and Marston Magna Village Fair
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/military-wives-choirs-yeovilton/
LOCATION:Marston Magna Village Hall
CATEGORIES:concert,live music,music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Campbell":MAILTO:campbell@cmckee.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250322T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250322T220000
DTSTAMP:20260405T224005
CREATED:20250210T153325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250210T153325Z
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SUMMARY:Charity Race Night for Julia's House
DESCRIPTION:All the thrills of a day at the races on a big screen with guests betting on the outcome! \nBar\, silent auction and raffle \n£15 to include light two course supper \nTo book email serocharity@gmail.com\, or call Julie on 07749 486733/Kate 07725245066 \n 
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/charity-race-night-for-julias-house/
LOCATION:Child Okeford Village Hall\, Child Okeford
CATEGORIES:charity event
ORGANIZER;CN="SERO Charity":MAILTO:serocharity@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250322T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250322T213000
DTSTAMP:20260405T224005
CREATED:20250127T182851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250127T183011Z
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SUMMARY:ELIJAH – An oratorio by Felix Mendelssohn
DESCRIPTION:Weymouth Choral Society presents ‘Elijah’\, Mendelssohn’s dramatic oratorio.
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/elijah-an-oratorio-by-felix-mendelssohn-2/
LOCATION:St Paul’s Church\, Abbotsbury Road\, Weymouth\, DT4 0BJ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Classical Music,concert,music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Weymouth Choral Society":MAILTO:brindhelen@yahoo.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250326T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250401T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T224005
CREATED:20250227T123344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250227T123348Z
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SUMMARY:A Unique Showcase of Digital Art and Oil Painting
DESCRIPTION:Christchurch Dorset – Prepare to be captivated by a blend of digital art and traditional oil painting as two local artists\, Phill and Richard\, come together to showcase their unique creations. This exclusive exhibition invites you to explore the emotional depth and vibrant storytelling captured through contrasting yet harmonious mediums.\n\nPhill with Digital Art: Sparking Curiosity Beyond the Still Image\n Phill’s digital art is a journey into color and emotion\, designed to spark curiosity and resonate deeply with viewers. Each piece captures a singular moment that speaks beyond the still image\, creating an immersive experience that lingers in the mind. These one-off originals are crafted\, making them perfect for display in your home or as a unique\, thoughtful gift.\n\nRichard with Oil Painting: A Legacy of Artistic Expression\nFor Richard\, artistry is a family tradition\, passed down from his grandad to his grandchildren\, weaving a rich tapestry of creative expression. Although life’s responsibilities once kept him from fully embracing his passion\, Richard’s dedication to painting has only grown stronger. His oil paintings carry a sense of legacy and depth\, inviting viewers to connect with his journey and the timeless beauty of his work.\n\nJoin Us\n Experience the captivating worlds of Phill and Richard as they invite you to see beyond the surface and connect with the heart of their art.\n\n*Thursday to Sunday 10am to 9pm with Happy hour on Friday 6pm to 8pm
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/a-unique-showcase-of-digital-art-and-oil-painting/
LOCATION:Christchurch\, Ducking Stool Lane\, Christchurch\, BH23 1DS\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Art
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250327T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250327T163000
DTSTAMP:20260405T224005
CREATED:20250322T185753Z
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SUMMARY:Charity Concert
DESCRIPTION:The Phoenix Cafe Orchestra plays music of the 1920s and 1930s.  In aid of Read Easy Blackmore Vale North\, the charity supporting adult literacy in the local area.
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/charity-concert/
LOCATION:Marnhull Village Hall\, Burton St\, Marnhull\, DT10 1PP
CATEGORIES:charity event,concert
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ORGANIZER;CN="Read Easy":MAILTO:events.regs@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250328T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250328T193000
DTSTAMP:20260405T224005
CREATED:20250218T094307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250218T094312Z
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SUMMARY:Meet the Maker - creative entrepreneur Sonnaz
DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss Sonnaz\, upholstery expert on BBC’s The Repair Shop\, speaking about her work\, interior business\, and the importance of creativity.\n\nJoin us at Walford Mill\, Wimborne for an inspiring evening as we welcome Sonnaz to the Mill as part of our Meet the Maker programme. Viewers of BBC’s The Repair Shop will recognise Sonnaz as one of the show’s resident Experts\, regularly tasked with restoring treasured items back to their former glory.\n\nWhen she’s not working in The Repair Shop barn\, Sonnaz runs her own company providing a full interior service to individuals\, businesses and organisations\, from loving restorations of single pieces of furniture to full interior design projects.\n\nTrusted by household names including Lush and National Trust\, Sonnaz has built a reputation synonymous with craftsmanship and sustainability. With the launch of her new home and lifestyle brand\, House of Sonnaz towards the end of 2025\, her goal is to set an example of sustainable\, ethical manufacturing in Great Britain.\n\nThis in-person event will take place in the Little Pickle at The Mill Café and is an opportunity to learn about Sonnaz’s creative practice\, commercial nous and some of the defining moments in her successful career to date. It’s an unmissable evening for anyone interested in upholstery\, furniture restoration\, interior design and how to balance commercial and creative success.\n\nThis Meet the Maker event is part of our new community programme\, ‘Mill Meets’\, funded by Dorset Council. Tickets include a drink and canapés.\n\nTickets can be purchased via Eventbrite.
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/meet-the-maker-creative-entrepreneur-sonnaz/
LOCATION:Walford Mill Crafts\, Walford Mill Crafts\, Knobcrook Road\, Wimborne\, BH21 1NL
CATEGORIES:Art,Crafts,lectures & Talks
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ORGANIZER;CN="Walford Mill Crafts":MAILTO:info@walfordmillcrafts.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250329T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250329T113000
DTSTAMP:20260405T224005
CREATED:20250311T162854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T162855Z
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SUMMARY:Zumba Fundraiser GLOW IN THE DARK CLASS & separate Coffee Morning
DESCRIPTION:SATURDAY 29TH MARCH\n\n10-11.30am\n\nAt Sturfit Leisure Centre DT10 1EW\n\nRaising monies for the Sturfit Community Fund we are hosting a fun fitness class 10-11am; coffee and cake 10-11.30am\n\nAnd drawing the Raffle at 11.15am\n\nAll are invited to join us.\n\nYou can stay for hot drinks & cake\, or nip in for the raffle; or join in with the fitness class or stay for the whole morning.\n\nALL AGES AND ABILITIES WELCOMED with proceeds raised going to our charitable cause- which helps put on reduced rate and free activities for the local North Dorset community.\n\nPlease share this and conaider donating or buying raffle tickets.\n\n 
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/zumba-fundraiser-glow-in-the-dark-class-separate-coffee-morning/
LOCATION:dt10 1ew\, Sturfit Leisure Centre\, Sturminster Newton\, DT10 1EW
CATEGORIES:classes,Coffee Morning
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ORGANIZER;CN="Abby Down":MAILTO:Zumbawithabbyd@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250329T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250329T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T224005
CREATED:20250228T125817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T125818Z
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SUMMARY:Wimborne Community Centre Artisan Makers Market
DESCRIPTION:Come along and join us for the first of our Artisan Makers Markets for 2025 here at Wimborne Community Centre.  We will have a wide array of beautiful art and craftwork from local\, talented artists and craft makers.  Why not come along to browse and shop and maybe enjoy a tasty treat from our café too.  Free entry and dogs welcome.
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/wimborne-community-centre-artisan-makers-market-11/
LOCATION:Wimborne Community Centre\, 41 - 44 King Street\, Wimborne\, BH21 1EA
CATEGORIES:Art,Crafts
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250329T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250329T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T224005
CREATED:20250128T094805Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250128T094809Z
UID:36900-1743242400-1743264000@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:South West Really Useful Family History Show
DESCRIPTION: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 History Show at Kinson Community Centre  (Pelhams Park)\, Millhams Road\, Bournemouth\, BH10 7LH on Saturday 29th March 2025 from 10am until 4pm. \nDorset FHS has lined up a great range of exhibitors\, speakers & experts. With FREE entry\, FREE parking and refreshments available all day it promises to be a great event\, featuring: \nTalks: \n‘Making the most of your autosomal DNA matches’ at 10.30am & 1.30pm. A practical talk focusing on Ancestry DNA showing how to work with your matches to advance your family history research. \n‘A to Z of Family History – an alphabetical journey through less well-known sources’ at 12noon & 3pm. When tracing a family tree the temptation is to use the more well-known sources usually available online via the major providers\, but this presentation introduces a variety of less known resources. \nTalk attendance is limited (a small fee will apply) and will be allocated on a first come first served basis at the event. \nMeet the Experts: \nOn the day reserve a free slot to meet our Experts to assist with :- \n‘Dating Photographs’ so bring along old family photos for help with dating them. \n‘Exploring Your DNA’ Between talks meet our speaker to get advice on your own DNA journey. \n‘Palaeography – reading old Wills’ Tips for looking at old handwriting and assistance with deciphering old Wills. Bring along old documents to get some guidance. \n‘General Family History Research’ Researchers from Family History Societies will be available for advice\, guidance & general help with research challenges. \nExhibitors: \nThere will be a range of exhibitors present from neighbouring Family History Societies\, commercial organisations who provide goods & services of interest to family historians\, and local history societies. \nAn updated full list of exhibitors can be found on our website \nwww.dorsetfhs.org.uk/events-activities/family-history-day \nPlease note Treetops Research Centre will be closed to visitors on 29th March as all Dorset FHS’s volunteers will be at the South West Really Useful Family History Show!
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/south-west-really-useful-family-history-show/
LOCATION:Kinson Community Centre\, Millhams Road\, Bournemouth\, Dorset\, BH10 7LH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Community information
ORGANIZER;CN="Dorset Family History Society":MAILTO:publicity@dorsetfhs.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250404T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250404T213000
DTSTAMP:20260405T224005
CREATED:20250311T161717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T161718Z
UID:38600-1743795000-1743802200@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:Quimantú & Palida Choir The Surtierra Tour: When Music is Home
DESCRIPTION:In a unique project developed with Artsreach\, the iconic Anglo-Chilean band Quimantú is collaborating with the singers of Palida Choir to perform the Misa de los Mineros\, ‘The Miners’ Mass’\, composed by Mauricio Venegas-Astorga.\n\nFive decades ago Mauricio escaped from the Pinochet dictatorship in Chile and made the UK his home.\n\nToday\, through their Surtierra Project\, the band he founded seeks to break the stigmas associated with immigration caused by war\, persecution\, or poverty.\n\nThe concerts will result from workshops and rehearsals with local choirs in Dorset\, and will be\n\na tribute to those forced to leave their homeland\, often with sorrow.\n\nIn this context\, music takes on a profound meaning: healing\, uniting\, rooting\, and building community.\n\nThe Misa de los Mineros is “a captivating masterpiece that weaves the traditional with the contemporary through the beauty of heartfelt performances and arrangements”\n\nFelipe Arévalo (Universal Music)
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/quimantu-palida-choir-the-surtierra-tour-when-music-is-home/
LOCATION:Blandford Parish Church\, Market Place\, Blandford Forum\, DT11 7AD
CATEGORIES:live music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Artsreach":MAILTO:info@artsreach.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250405T133000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250405T163000
DTSTAMP:20260405T224005
CREATED:20250128T104001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250128T104005Z
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SUMMARY:Family Spring Fair
DESCRIPTION:Over 20 wonderful craft stalls including; \nWood Crafts \nKnitted & Crochet Items \nTextiles & Fabric Crafts \nCeramics \nLeather Crafts \nGreetings Cards & Prints \nTrinkets & Jewellery \nGift Hampers \nBaby Gifts & Accessories \nChildren’s Toys/Games & Accessories​ \nFace Painting  \nGlitter Tattoos \nLucky Dips \n​ \nHomemade Produce including; \nCakes & Bakes \nDorset Wildlife Trust will also be joining us informing and educating about the importance of protecting our Dorset wildlife and its natural habitats. \nAs if all that wasn’t enough\, we will have a pop up cafe serving afternoon teas\, homemade cakes\, artisan cupcakes and traybakes with freshly brewed cafetiere coffee\, a choice of teas and cold drinks.  \nIn aid of Age Concern North Dorset
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/family-spring-fair/
LOCATION:Marnhull Village Hall\, Burton St\, Marnhull\, DT10 1PP
CATEGORIES:craft fair,Crafts,Family event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Age Concern Sturminster Newton":MAILTO:info@acnorthdorset.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250406T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250406T213000
DTSTAMP:20260405T224005
CREATED:20250406T101814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250406T101820Z
UID:39669-1743967800-1743975000@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:J.S.Bach's St John Passion
DESCRIPTION:Wincanton Choral Society concert
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/j-s-bachs-st-john-passion/
CATEGORIES:Classical Music
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250410T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250410T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T224005
CREATED:20250403T225352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T225354Z
UID:39576-1744281000-1744286400@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:Tower Princesses' Spring Children's Party
DESCRIPTION:Spend the morning with Summer’s Princess Parties’ Rapunzel inspired Princess at her first ever event! Our Ice Queen and Mermaid Princess had so much fun at their previous events the Tower Princess wanted her very own! \n\n\n\nMeet & Greet\, Table Activities\, Story Time\, Theme Games\, Singing\, Dancing\, Photo Opportunities and Lots of Fun! \n\n\n\n10.30am – 12pm\nThursday 10th April 2025\nLytchett Matravers Village Hall\n£12.95 per child – adults to supervise come free!\nFree Car Park on Site
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/tower-princesses-spring-childrens-party/
LOCATION:Village Hall\, Lytchett Matravers\, High Street\, Lytchett Matravers\, BH16 6DF
CATEGORIES:Children's,Family event,Fun day,games
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ORGANIZER;CN="Summer's Princess Parties":MAILTO:info@summersprincessparties.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250411T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250413T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T224005
CREATED:20250207T124906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250207T124910Z
UID:37307-1744390800-1744563600@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:Sherborne Travel Writing Festival
DESCRIPTION:Venture on foot\, by bicycle\, astride an elephant – or even on board the Rolling Stones’ private jet – from Mughal India to modern Istanbul\, and from the Bronze Age Aegean to the Battle of Hastings\, with the UK’s leading travel writers\, historians and broadcasters. \n​ \nJoin Mevan Babakar\, Alexander Christie-Miller\, Horatio Clare\, Nandini Das\, Alan Edwards\, Xiaolu Guo\, Rosie Goldsmith\, Victoria Hislop\, Kapka Kassabova\, Jonathan Lorie\, Ann Morgan\, Sophy Roberts\, Barnaby Rogerson and Rory MacLean to be transported across the world.
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/sherborne-travel-writing-festival-2/
LOCATION:Powell Theatre\, Abbey Road\, Sherborne
CATEGORIES:Book Launch,Book Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250412T070000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250412T220000
DTSTAMP:20260405T224005
CREATED:20250211T112429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250211T112431Z
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SUMMARY:Exclusive Dining Event
DESCRIPTION:There are only 12 seats at young Head Chef James’s exclusive table.\n\nNew to Poole—a rare chance for food lovers to experience something really delightful. Each month\, James\, White Pepper Chef Academy’s Head Chef and professional tutor\, invites 12 lucky guests to join him for an intimate evening of culinary discovery.\nYou’ll be welcomed into a relaxed\, elegant setting where you can watch James work his magic\, creating a meticulously crafted three-course set menu right before your eyes. Every dish is thoughtfully prepared\, celebrating Dorset’s finest seasonal produce and innovative culinary techniques. Expect bold flavours\, refined presentation\, and a passion for perfection woven into every course. \nThis is more than just dining; it’s an immersive experience that connects you to the story behind each ingredient and the chef’s skill. Whether you’re a seasoned foodie or simply love exceptional cuisine\, this unique event promises to delight your senses and spark new inspiration. \nSpaces are limited\, so don’t miss your chance to sit at the table. Visit www.jamesprivatechef.co.uk to reserve your place and indulge in an unforgettable evening with like minded people.
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/exclusive-dining-event/
CATEGORIES:Food & Drink
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ORGANIZER;CN="James Palmer-Snellin":MAILTO:headchef@jamesprivatechef.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250412T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250412T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T224005
CREATED:20250311T155632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T155633Z
UID:38588-1744452000-1744470000@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:Sturminster Newton Chocolate Fair
DESCRIPTION:The inaugural Chocolate Fair is expected to become a cherished addition to Sturminster Newton’s tradition of engaging community events\, offering residents and visitors a unique opportunity to indulge in chocolate delights and celebrate the Easter season.
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/sturminster-newton-chocolate-fair/
LOCATION:Railway Garden\, Station Road\, Sturminster Newton\, DT10 1BB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:food,Food & Drink,Market
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ORGANIZER;CN="SturAction":MAILTO:sturbiz18@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250412T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250412T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T224005
CREATED:20250313T093059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250313T093103Z
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SUMMARY:Wedding Showcase
DESCRIPTION:✨Wedding Showcase ✨\n\nJoin us for an enchanting Wedding Showcase at the stunning Fonthill Estate!\n\nWhether you’re newly engaged or looking for fresh ideas\, our showcase is the perfect opportunity to turn your wedding dreams into reality.\n\nExplore the inside and outdoor areas of our three venues\, meet exceptional local vendors and envision your perfect day amid the picturesque grounds of the Fonthill Estate.\n\n✨ What to Expect ✨\n\n 	Guided Tours: View our three venues dressed to inspire and showcasing different themes.\n 	Explore: Discover our exquisite spaces\, including the mile-long lake\, the iconic Fonthill Arch\, various civil ceremony locations\, glamping areas and romantic photo locations.\n 	Meet the Experts: Connect with top wedding professionals\, from planners to photographers\, who can help bring your vision to life.\n 	Inspiration Galore: Inspiring floral displays and decor ideas to fuel your creativity.\n 	Tastings: Sample botanical cocktails\, delicious deserts\, dairy ice cream\, pizza and other creative catering options.\n 	Exclusive Offers: On the day discounts\, special packages and samples.\n\nWhether you’re dreaming of a grand celebration or an intimate gathering\, Fonthill Estate provides the perfect setting for your love story.\n\n✨ Reserve Your Tickets ✨\n\nFor more information and to reserve your free tickets please visit our website: https://fonthill.co.uk/weddingshowcase\n\n 
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/wedding-showcase/
LOCATION:The Fonthill Estate\, The Fonthill Estate\, Tisbury\, SP3 5RX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Wedding
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Fonthill Estate":MAILTO:events@fonthill.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250412T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250412T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T224005
CREATED:20250304T125024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250304T125026Z
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SUMMARY:Free Lunchtime Concert
DESCRIPTION:Join us at St Peter’s Church on Dorchester Saturday 12h April between 12.30 and 1pm for our free lunchtime concert. This is a thirty-minute programme of music for violin and piano performed by Ariana Cossey and David Beeby. Ariana has recently been offered a place to continue her violin studies at the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama\, which she takes up in September. You can expect an eclectic\, varied and entertaining programme. Admission is free and all are very welcome.
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/free-lunchtime-concert-2/
LOCATION:St Peter’s Church Dorchester\, 26 High East Street\, Dorchester\, DT1 1XA
CATEGORIES:Classical Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Music at St Peter's":MAILTO:musicatstpeters@mail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250420T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250420T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T224005
CREATED:20250304T125045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250304T125046Z
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SUMMARY:Choral Eucharist for Easter Sunday
DESCRIPTION:You are warmly invited to our monthly\, cathedral-style service of Choral Eucharist on Easter Sunday 20th April at 10.30am in St Peter’s Church\, Dorchester. The joyful music reflects the celebratory occasion and includes Harris’s ‘This joyful Eastertide’\, Mozart’s ‘Spatzen-Messe’\, Stanford’s ‘Ye choirs of new Jerusalem’ and Handel’s ‘Hallelujah Chorus’. All are very welcome to this free service and to stay for the refreshments following.
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/choral-eucharist-for-easter-sunday-2/
LOCATION:St Peter’s Church Dorchester\, 26 High East Street\, Dorchester\, DT1 1XA
CATEGORIES:Classical Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Music at St Peter's":MAILTO:musicatstpeters@mail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250424T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250424T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T224005
CREATED:20250410T130656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T130657Z
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SUMMARY:Tabletop Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:Join us at our Tabletop Fundraiser at Vicarage School Room in Gillingham on Thursday 24th April from 2.30pm – 5pm\n\n*Jumble Sale*\nCome and have a look around our pre-loved clothes\, books and toys – a gold coin donation for anything that takes your fancy!\n\n*Cakes\, Hot Drinks and a Lemonade Stand*\nBrowse our gorgeous selection of lovingly baked treats – sit and have a cuppa and catch up or take your treats home.\n\n*Face Paints*\nHouse of Paint and Glitter will be joining us – don’t miss the opportunity to have your face painted by our super-talented friend\, Colette!\n\n*Life Casting*\nA rare opportunity to have a life cast created by our incredibly creative and talented friend\, Sangeet!\n\n*Kickstart Karate Kickathon!*\nCheer the team on as they take part in a Kickathon to raise money and awareness for our dear friend Ibti.\n\n*Raffle*\nCome along and buy a ticket on the day to be in with a chance of winning one of our *incredible* prizes!\n– A Woodland Birthday Party with Yew & Rose\n– A Soft Play Party with The Loopy Leopard\n– A Whale Shark Print by Oran Andrews Artist\n– A day of free Dog Care with Wyke Dog Boarding\n– One Month of karate classes for a girl (8+) or a woman with Kickstart Karate\n– An Art Session (for a child or teen) with Paintpot Emily\n– A Pet Portrait from Charly Body Art\n** Raffle winners will be drawn and contacted on Friday 25th April\n\nAll proceeds from this event will be donated to our dear friend Ibti – raising money for life-changing surgery 💛\n\nLearn more and donate directly to Ibti’s GoFundMe here – https://gofund.me/04031f5f
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/tabletop-fundraiser/
LOCATION:Vicarage School Room Gillingham\, Dorset\, Queen Street\, Gillingham\, SP8 4DZ
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250426T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250426T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T224005
CREATED:20250228T125839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T125840Z
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SUMMARY:Wimborne Community Centre Artisan Makers Market
DESCRIPTION:Come along and join us for our April Artisan Makers Market here at Wimborne Community Centre.  You will find lots of beautiful art and craftwork for sale\, handmade by a wide array of local\, talented artists and makers.  Why not come to browse and shop and maybe enjoy a tasty treat from our café too.  Free entry and dogs welcome.
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/wimborne-community-centre-artisan-makers-market-12/
LOCATION:Wimborne Community Centre\, 41 - 44 King Street\, Wimborne\, BH21 1EA
CATEGORIES:Art,Crafts
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250426T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250426T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T224005
CREATED:20250425T104314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250425T104952Z
UID:40564-1745661600-1745683200@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:Bluebell Woods at Peaceful Lane
DESCRIPTION:We are opening our beautiful bluebell woods for visitors to enjoy. Everyone welcome including well behaved dogs in leads. Entrance free but any donations to charity would be appreciated. Woodland Cafe with hot and cold refreshments including homemade cake. Opening the next 3 weekends.
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/blue-bell-woods-at-peaceful-lane/
LOCATION:Little Rodmore Farm\, Peaceful Lane\, Kings Stag\, Dorset\, DT10 2BD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Open day
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