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Shared Reading

Shaftesbury Library Bell Street, Shaftesbury

Shaftesbury Library Shared Reading group brings people together and books to life. Join us to hear short stories and poems, then discuss them in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere. No need to read ahead. Fortnightly on a Thursday from 18 April until June 27 1:45pm - 3:15pm For more information contact Shaftesbury Library on 01747 […]

Free

The House of Broken Bricks. Fiona Williams in Conversation with Jenny Devitt

The Exchange, Sturminster Newton Sturminster Newton

Set in the Somerset Levels, The House of Broken Bricks is Fiona William's debut novel. Fiona will be discussing the inspiration for the book and her writing with Jenny Devitt. Fiona Williams holds a BSc (Hons) in Biological Sciences from the University of Westminster and an MA with Distinction in Creative Writing from Bath Spa […]

£8

Running on Empty. Guy Deacon in Conversation with Jenny Devitt

The Exchange, Sturminster Newton Sturminster Newton

Aged 60 and having lived with Parkinson’s disease for over 10 years, Guy Deacon CBE set out for one last adventure, to drive solo from his home in the UK to South Africa. This incredible journey, crossing Europe and the full length of Africa, would take the former army officer and father of two over […]

£8

Fleece Fair: Celebrating Local Wool and Fibre Producers

The Somerset Guild of Spinners, Weavers, and Dyers is thrilled to announce the upcoming Fleece Fair, a celebration of local wool, scheduled to take place on June 15th, 9.30 am - 1.30 pm at Hatch Beachamp Village Hall, Somerset. In addition to local farmers and fibre producers selling a diverse array of locally sourced wool, […]

Free

Church Fete and Fun Dog Show

St Mary's Church Sturminster Marshall Church Street, Sturminster Marshall

Fete and Dog Show with 'Have a go' Agility in the Red Lion Garden. Sturminster Marshall on 15th June. Barbecue at 12.00, in the Churchyard, Cream Teas, Fun and Games all afternoon with things to do and things to buy. To be opened by Martin Brown of Horrible Histories fame who will have signed books […]

Free

Sturminster Newton High School Reunion

Did you attend Sturminster Newton High School between 1975 to 1980? If so, you may remember that we were the first year group who stayed until we were 16 years old. As we are all around 60 years old now, a reunion party has been arranged at The Fiddleford Inn near Sturminster Newton on Saturday, […]

Free

Creative workshop: Stencil printed daisy tote bag

Bere Marsh Farm Newman's Drove, Shillingstone, Blandford

Join us for a morning of floral creativity with Melanie Ward in the beautiful surroundings of Bere Marsh Farm in Shillingstone, Dorset. Learn how to print onto fabric, using pre-mixed fabric paints and bespoke daisy and meadow flower stencils. Perfect for beginners, the session will guide you through the essential methods for achieving great stencilling […]

£55

Marvellous moths and beautiful butterflies

Bere Marsh Farm Newman's Drove, Shillingstone, Blandford

Discover an array of moths and butterflies in the beautiful surroundings of Bere Marsh Farm in Shillingstone, Dorset. Moth expert Jack Oughton, will open the moth traps set out around the farm the night before for everyone to see and discuss. Moths are mostly nocturnal and with over 2500 species in the UK alone, moths […]

£10

Marston Magna Midsummer Fair

Traditional village fair that starts with the Dick Race at 1pm. The fair is in the Moat Field from 1:30pm with BBQ, bars, teas and cakes. stalls and entertainment for all the family- including an infamous Dog Show.

Free

Choral Evensong

St Peter's Church Dorchester 26 High East Street, Dorchester

You are warmly invited to our monthly, cathedral-style service of Choral Evensong on Saturday 22nd June at 4.30pm in St Peter’s Church, Dorchester. The music includes Rachmaninov’s ‘Bogoroditse Devo’, Stanford’s ‘Magnificat and Nunc dimittis in A’, Ayleward’s ‘Preces & Responses’ and Biebl’s ‘Ave Maria’. Do join us for this free event and stay for a […]

Free

Outdoor Theatre – Peter Pan at Athelhampton House

Athelhampton House & Gardens Athelhampton, Dorchester

Saturday 22nd June - Outdoor Theatre - Peter Pan at Athelhampton House. Gates open from 5pm for picnics, performance starts at 6pm. Filled with catchy music, heaps of audience interaction, and a laugh-a-minute script, this hilarious and exciting musical of the boy who never grew up promises to have every member of the family entertained […]

£10.00

Canzonetta Summer Concert

st Nicholas church Studland Church Lane, Syudland

Canzonetta’s summer concert will take place at St Nicholas Church, Studland BH19 3AT at 3pm. Join us for an hour of close harmony singing and enjoy a programme of madrigals, folk songs, art songs and sacred music; Armstrong Gibbs, Basden, Bridge, Handel, Thiman and Weelkes.  Our soloist is Emma on her magic flute, playing Faure […]

Free