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SUMMARY:Creative Textiles Workshop: Coil Pots
DESCRIPTION:Upcycle lustrous sari silks and other fabrics to create a colourful coiled pot.\nThis 3 hour workshop will be held at The Art Shed\, my purpose built garden studio in the hilltop town of Shaftesbury\, Dorset.\nAll materials are provided and participants will create a textile pot to take home\, and lots of inspiration to make many more.\nPlaces are limited to 4 to facilitate individual tuition. Refreshments are provided.
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/creative-textiles-workshop-coil-pots/
LOCATION:Shaftesbury
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sarah Turnbull":MAILTO:sarah@sarahturnbull.uk
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240511T233000
DTSTAMP:20260404T164326
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SUMMARY:Eurovision Final Village Party
DESCRIPTION:Okeford Fitzpaine Village Hall\, Greenhayes\, DT11 0RE.\nJoin the party of other Eurovision fans for a fun filled evening with a prize for the best costume (Not compulsory)\, prize raffle and prize quiz.\nBring your own nibbles and drinks. Just £2.50 entry with funds raised for the village hall.
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/eurovision-final-village-party/
LOCATION:Okeford Fitzpaine Village Hall\, Greenhayes\, Blandford forum\, DT11 0RE
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sue Finklaire":MAILTO:Sfinklaire@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240513T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240513T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T164326
CREATED:20240503T115730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240503T115730Z
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SUMMARY:Mental Health Awareness Week Drop in
DESCRIPTION:Mental Health Awareness Week. Do you or anyone you care about feel anxious about the cost of living crisis\, or have any other worries and concerns regarding mental health? Meet a representative from Mind Dorset for an informal drop-in advice and guidance session.
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/mental-health-awareness-week-drop-in/
LOCATION:Shaftesbury Library\, Bell Street\, Shaftesbury\, Shaftesbury Library SP7 8AE
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ORGANIZER;CN="Shaftesbury Library":MAILTO:shaftesburylibrary@dorsetcouncil.gov.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240418T134500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240418T151500
DTSTAMP:20260404T164326
CREATED:20240409T133135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240409T133135Z
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SUMMARY:Shared Reading
DESCRIPTION: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.\nFortnightly on a Thursday from 18 April until June 27\n1:45pm – 3:15pm\nFor more information contact Shaftesbury Library on 01747 852256 or email\nshaftesburylibrary@dorsetcouncil.gov.uk
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/shared-reading-4/
LOCATION:Shaftesbury Library\, Bell Street\, Shaftesbury\, Shaftesbury Library SP7 8AE
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ORGANIZER;CN="Shaftesbury Library":MAILTO:shaftesburylibrary@dorsetcouncil.gov.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240519T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240519T080000
DTSTAMP:20260404T164326
CREATED:20240508T134630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240508T134630Z
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SUMMARY:CLAYSON SINGS CHANSON
DESCRIPTION:CLAYSON SINGS CHANSON has been on the road since the beginning of 2011 to tie-in with the most recent edition of Alan Clayson’s  Jacques Brel biography\, La Vie Bohème – and it will be coming to Guggleton Farm Arts\, Station Road\, Stalbridge\, Dorset DT10 2RQ on Saturday 18th of May.  \nAs well as works by Jacques Brel\, Charles Aznavour\, Scott Walker and other chansonniers\, Gallic and English\, singer Alan Clayson and keyboard player Andy Lavery – venture into curious but connected realms\, ranging from an arrangement of French symbolist poet Paul Verlaine’s ‘Un Grand Sommeil Noir’ to Dave Dee\, Dozy\, Beaky\, Mick and Tich’s ‘Last Night In Soho’ – sung absolutely straight – and\, by contrast\, ‘Sweeney Todd The Barber’ – which Alan used to do with his group Clayson and the Argonauts\, but hadn’t unveiled in public for a quarter of a century.  Prefaced by an explanatory talk that is as entertaining as it is educational this show will appeal to both chanson devotees\, those interested generally in Gallic culture and folk merely seeking fun.
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/clayson-sings-chanson/
LOCATION:Guggleton Farm Arts\, Station Road\,\, Stalbridge\, Dorset DT10 2RQ\, DT10 2RQ
CATEGORIES:music
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ORGANIZER;CN="https%3A//www.guggletonfarmarts.com/#calendar-1a9f8250-f874-4488-a0c7-9698bcbf886c-event-ls8oi8kn":MAILTO:See www.guggletonfarmarts.com
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240518T160000
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SUMMARY:Poyntington May Fair
DESCRIPTION:Something for everyone – a village fair with external stallholders and village stalls\, the Wessex Morris Men\, live music\, activities for children including a Fancy Dress Competition for best book character (judging 2pm). In aid of All Saints Church\, The Weldmar and The Rendezvous.
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/poyntington-may-fair/
LOCATION:Poyntington Manor House\, Poyntington\, Sherborne\, DT9 4LF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Village Fete
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sara Farber":MAILTO:bbt.farber@btinternet.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240518T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240518T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T164326
CREATED:20240409T120043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240409T120043Z
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SUMMARY:Lunchtime Concert
DESCRIPTION:Join us at St Peter’s Church\, Dorchester on Saturday 18th May between 12.30 and 1pm for our monthly lunchtime concert given by trumpeter\, Winston Leese\, and organist\, Ian Davis. Their programme will include music by Clark\, Purcell\, Stanford and Archer and be interspersed with Hardy readings presented by Jan Wylde. Enjoy a wonderful half hour of words and music with us in the midst of your busy Saturday. Admission is free and all are very welcome.
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/lunchtime-concert-4/
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:20240519T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240519T080000
DTSTAMP:20260404T164326
CREATED:20240508T134630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240508T134630Z
UID:27984-1716105600-1716105600@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:CLAYSON SINGS CHANSON
DESCRIPTION:CLAYSON SINGS CHANSON has been on the road since the beginning of 2011 to tie-in with the most recent edition of Alan Clayson’s  Jacques Brel biography\, La Vie Bohème – and it will be coming to Guggleton Farm Arts\, Station Road\, Stalbridge\, Dorset DT10 2RQ on Saturday 18th of May.  \nAs well as works by Jacques Brel\, Charles Aznavour\, Scott Walker and other chansonniers\, Gallic and English\, singer Alan Clayson and keyboard player Andy Lavery – venture into curious but connected realms\, ranging from an arrangement of French symbolist poet Paul Verlaine’s ‘Un Grand Sommeil Noir’ to Dave Dee\, Dozy\, Beaky\, Mick and Tich’s ‘Last Night In Soho’ – sung absolutely straight – and\, by contrast\, ‘Sweeney Todd The Barber’ – which Alan used to do with his group Clayson and the Argonauts\, but hadn’t unveiled in public for a quarter of a century.  Prefaced by an explanatory talk that is as entertaining as it is educational this show will appeal to both chanson devotees\, those interested generally in Gallic culture and folk merely seeking fun.
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/clayson-sings-chanson/
LOCATION:Guggleton Farm Arts\, Station Road\,\, Stalbridge\, Dorset DT10 2RQ\, DT10 2RQ
CATEGORIES:music
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ORGANIZER;CN="https%3A//www.guggletonfarmarts.com/#calendar-1a9f8250-f874-4488-a0c7-9698bcbf886c-event-ls8oi8kn":MAILTO:See www.guggletonfarmarts.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240524T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240525T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T164326
CREATED:20240409T184836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240409T184836Z
UID:26947-1716544800-1716656400@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:Defashion Dorset
DESCRIPTION:Hawkers Farm\, Stour Provost is hosting Defashion Dorset now in its second year\, an opportunity to celebrate local fibre growers and makers and a local clothing culture. With talks\, demo’s and fabulous local exhibitors. Workshops will be running throughout the 2 days where you can learn methods of enhancing\, embellishing and mending clothing\, felting\, natural dyeing\, shibori\, Dorset button making and more. Places are limited on the workshops to find out more follow the link.
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/defashion-dorset/
LOCATION:Hawkers Farm\, Stour Provost\, Gillingham\, SP8 5LZ
CATEGORIES:craft fair
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jennifer Morisetti":MAILTO:info@hawkersfarm.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240525T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240602T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T164326
CREATED:20240501T101657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240501T101657Z
UID:27619-1716631200-1717344000@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:Andrew Thomas S.W.A.C - Sculptor - Art Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:Discover the captivating world of Purbeck artist and sculptor Andrew Thomas SWAc at his solo art exhibition\, opening its doors from May 25th for nine days only. This exclusive event offers art enthusiasts a rare opportunity to immerse themselves in a diverse collection of Andrew’s work\, spanning over 35 years of artistic exploration. \nExperience the evolution of Andrew’s artistic journey as you explore a curated selection of original hand-carved wood sculptures\, limited-edition bronze castings\, captivating ‘laser art’ canvas prints\, and unique gift cards. From timeless classics to thought-provoking new works\, there’s something to inspire every collector. This is a free event for all to enjoy.
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/andrew-thomas-s-w-a-c-sculptor-art-exhibition/
LOCATION:Stoborough Village Hall\, West Lane\, Stoborough\, Wareham\, BH20 5AJ
CATEGORIES:Art
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ORGANIZER;CN="Andrew Thomas":MAILTO:art@3dsculptor.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240525T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240602T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T164326
CREATED:20240521T132014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240522T100112Z
UID:28294-1716631200-1717347600@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:Love your aquarium? Visit the Oceanarium this May half term!
DESCRIPTION: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! \nThe 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 creature talks and feeds! “Plus\, take part in additional half term activities including BIAZA ‘Love Your Aquarium’ themed colouring and the Oceanarium 2024 Quiz Trail! \nImmerse in an engaging underwater adventure and discover over 200 different enchanting creatures. Learn fascinating facts along the way and come face to face with your favourite aquatic animals! From stunning sharks\, a loggerhead turtle\, jellyfish\, clownfish\, piranha\, mischievous otters\, and a happy colony of Humboldt penguins! \nPre-book online 24 hours in advance and SAVE! Ticket’s allow unlimited same day entry! \nTo complement your marine adventure\, grab a bite to eat in the Offshore Café and visit The Cove Shop\, which is home to a huge variety of plush toys and a good range of eco-friendly products! \nSupport your aquarium\, the Oceanarium is hoping to see you!
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/love-your-aquarium-visit-the-oceanarium-this-may-half-term/
LOCATION:Oceanarium Bournemouth\, Oceanarium\, Bournemouth\, BH2 5AA
CATEGORIES:Children's,Community information,Family,Family event,Fun day,Wildlife
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ORGANIZER;CN="Oceanarium Bournemouth":MAILTO:info@oceanarium.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240525T163000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240525T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T164326
CREATED:20240408T135929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240408T135929Z
UID:26695-1716654600-1716658200@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:Choral Evensong for Pentecost
DESCRIPTION:You are warmly invited to our monthly\, cathedral-style service of Choral Evensong on Saturday 25th May at 4.30pm in St Peter’s Church\, Dorchester. The music\, which marks Pentecost\, includes Gibbons ‘Come Holy Ghost’\, William Matthias ‘Jesus College Service’\, Ayleward ‘Preces and responses’ and Elgar ‘The spirit of the Lord’. Do join us for this free event and stay for a glass of wine after the service.
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/choral-evensong-for-pentecost-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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240525T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240525T223000
DTSTAMP:20260404T164326
CREATED:20240403T140517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T140517Z
UID:26555-1716660000-1716676200@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:D-Day Dance
DESCRIPTION:The Keep Military Museum are delighted to announce we will be hosting a 1940s themed dance as part of our 80th Anniversary of D-Day programme. The ‘D-Day Dance’ will take place on the evening of Saturday 25th May 2024 at The Army Reserve Centre\, Dorchester\, just next door to the museum. The evening will take you back in time to 1940s Dorchester with a live swing band\, themed decoration and bar. \nAll money raised will go to supporting The Keep Military Museum\, a registered charity.
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/d-day-dance/
CATEGORIES:Dance,live music
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Keep Military Museum":MAILTO:admin@keepmilitarymuseum.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240525T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240525T220000
DTSTAMP:20260404T164326
CREATED:20240416T093851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240416T093851Z
UID:27201-1716667200-1716674400@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:Discovering bats
DESCRIPTION:Let’s see how many bat species we can discover on this exciting bat walk at Bere Marsh Farm. \nLed by guest expert Mariko Whyte from the Dorset Bat Group\, you’ll get to use heterodyne bat detectors and learn lots of fascinating facts along the way from Mariko. \nWe have been monitoring bats at Bere Marsh Farm for several years to help us better understand this intriguing species. There are 18 bat species in the UK\, and we have routinely recorded 7 of these at Bere Marsh Farm to date. Advances in technology in recent times have made it easier for us to learn about these fascinating and secretive creatures of the night. \nOur walk takes place from 8pm-10pm\, an ideal time to see and hear bat activity. We will explore a variety of habitats on the farm including open fields and woodland margins. Who knows\, we may encounter a bat species not previously recorded at Bere Marsh Farm before.
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/discovering-bats/
LOCATION:Bere Marsh Farm\, Newman's Drove\, Shillingstone\, Blandford\, DT11 0QY
CATEGORIES:Art,classes,Crafts,Family event,lectures & Talks,Wildlife,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="The CRT":MAILTO:marketing@thecrt.co.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240526T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240526T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T164326
CREATED:20240506T101249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240506T101249Z
UID:27717-1716721200-1716741000@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:TURNWORTH DT11 0EE Sunday 26 May 11:00 – 16:30
DESCRIPTION:Please join us in large Old Rectory garden to enjoy:\nTeas; Plants & Produce; Bric-a-brac; Craft; Live music & Activities for all the family.\nFree entry & parking. Funds raised for upkeep of St Mary’s Church
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/turnworth-dt11-0ee-sunday-26-may-1100-1630/
LOCATION:Turnworth DT11 0EE\, Turnworth\, Blandford Forum\, DT11 0EE
CATEGORIES:Family event,Gardens,Village Fete
ORGANIZER;CN="Sarah Heald":MAILTO:sml.philbrick@btinternet.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240529T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240529T143000
DTSTAMP:20260404T164326
CREATED:20240524T104503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240524T104503Z
UID:28358-1716978600-1716993000@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:Learn about regenerative farming systems and routes to market
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Wednesday\, 24th of April\, for a Pasture and Profit farm walk\, kindly hosted by Dougal Hosford on Travellers Rest Farm. \nDougal farms Travellers Rest with his son Fred and brother George. It is currently approximately 550ha arable\, with 150ha in Stewardship Schemes\, including floristic margins\, grasslands\, river meadows and fattening pasture\, with herbal ley in arable rotation. There are also 65 Angus cross sucklers\, all home bred and finished on grass. \nOn the farm walk\, Dougal will talk us through his regenerative farming systems\, focusing on aspects such as mob grazing\, soil health\, 100% pasture systems\, conservation grazing and the routes to market he has been able to create with his finished cattle. \nFollowing the farm walk\, there will be an introduction from Pasture for Life to the Pasture and Profit in Protected Landscapes of Dorset project\, with further details about what it is setting out to do over the coming year and how to get involved. \n 
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/learn-about-regenerative-farming-systems-and-routes-to-market/
LOCATION:Travellers Rest Durweston DT11 0QG
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pasture for Life":MAILTO:sarah.williams@pastureforlife.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240418T134500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240418T151500
DTSTAMP:20260404T164326
CREATED:20240409T133135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240409T133135Z
UID:26800-1713447900-1713453300@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:Shared Reading
DESCRIPTION: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.\nFortnightly on a Thursday from 18 April until June 27\n1:45pm – 3:15pm\nFor more information contact Shaftesbury Library on 01747 852256 or email\nshaftesburylibrary@dorsetcouncil.gov.uk
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/shared-reading-4/
LOCATION:Shaftesbury Library\, Bell Street\, Shaftesbury\, Shaftesbury Library SP7 8AE
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ORGANIZER;CN="Shaftesbury Library":MAILTO:shaftesburylibrary@dorsetcouncil.gov.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240601T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240601T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T164326
CREATED:20240514T235139Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240514T235139Z
UID:28127-1717236000-1717243200@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:BIG DORSET APPLE CAKE DAY
DESCRIPTION:Milborne St Andrew Village are holding a ‘Big Dorset Apple Cake Day’ to be held on  \nSaturday 1st June 2024 between 10.00-12.00 at the MSA Village Hall\, DT11 0JX \nThe villagers will attempt to create the biggest Dorset Apple Cake –  100 cakes will be baked and then assembled on Friday ready for the unveiling on Saturday morning when the cake will be formally cut and sold in slices or as whole cakes at the Community cafe.  Come and join the extraordinary event and feast on Apple Cake on Dorset Day!
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/big-dorset-apple-cake-day/
CATEGORIES:charity event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240601T203000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240601T230000
DTSTAMP:20260404T164326
CREATED:20240521T083124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240521T083124Z
UID:28277-1717273800-1717282800@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:Elvis 56 & The Heartbreakers
DESCRIPTION:Elvis 56\, Memphis to Hollywood show is a unique\, not to be missed show. \nA tribute to the greatest singer and entertainer that ever lived. ELVIS PRESLEY. \nTaking you through the 50’s and 60’s\, from Elvis’ meteoric rise to international stardom through the movie hits and on up to the late 60’s. \nBacked by a live band\, no click tracks\, Elvis 56 follows his dream by singing the songs that took him through his childhood and into his adult life.  Such classics as\, Hound Dog\, Blue Suede Shoes\, Heartbreak Hotel\, Can’t Help Falling in Love\, GI Blues\, Devil in Disguise\, Viva Las Vegas\, Suspicious Minds and many many more. \nOne of the most influential artists of the last millennium\, Elvis Presley is possibly the most impersonated performer in the music industry\, past and present. \nAcross the world people still come together to celebrate and remember him. Elvis 56 is a true tribute and will bring you an unforgettable celebration of The King of Rock and Roll. \nElvis 56\, Memphis to Hollywood show Backed by a 9 Piece Band. The only show of its kind.
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/elvis-56-the-heartbreakers/
LOCATION:Digby Hall\, Sherborne\, The Digby Memorial Hall\, Digby Road\, Sherborne\, Dorset\, DT9 3NL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Music Gig
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240605T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240605T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T164326
CREATED:20240514T130930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240514T130930Z
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SUMMARY:Sally King leads to The Greate Poole of Enmore
DESCRIPTION:Further research into the life of Sally King has led to the discovery of the site of The Greate Poole that lay in the middle of Enmore 400 years ago. David Godden will give an illustrated talk followed by a short walk around Enmore highlighting traces of its history. \n\nAdmission £5 in aid of St John’s Church
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/sally-king-leads-to-the-greate-poole-of-enmore/
LOCATION:St John’s Enmore Green\, Church Hill\, Shaftesbury\, Dorset\, SP7 8QR\, United Kingdom
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ORGANIZER;CN="St John's Enmore Green":MAILTO:jo.churchill@enmoregreen.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240606T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240606T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T164326
CREATED:20240508T134719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240508T134719Z
UID:28009-1717669800-1717689600@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:Creative workshop: collage in nature
DESCRIPTION:Dorset artist Deb Chisman is back for another art based creative workshop ‘Collage in nature’\, set in the beautiful surroundings of Bere Marsh Farm in Shillingstone\, Dorset.\n\nJoin us on Thursday 6th June from 10.30am-4pm for this fun and relaxed workshop.\n\nWe will start the morning with a wildlife walk around the farm and then return to our rustic barn to create our own collages. Using nature as inspiration\, we will focus on our much-loved barn owls to create beautiful works of art. \nBook your place today: www.thecrt.co.uk/Event/creative-workshop-collage-in-nature
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/creative-workshop-collage-in-nature/
LOCATION:Bere Marsh Farm\, Newman's Drove\, Shillingstone\, Blandford\, DT11 0QY
CATEGORIES:Art,Crafts,Wildlife,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="The CRT":MAILTO:marketing@thecrt.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240607T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240607T220000
DTSTAMP:20260404T164326
CREATED:20240403T111643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T111643Z
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SUMMARY:Charity Quiz Night
DESCRIPTION:QUIZ NIGHT\nwith a\nD-DAY 80th Anniversary theme\nincluding\nEntertainment and songs!\nTwo course supper included\nBar\, raffle
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/charity-quiz-night/
LOCATION:Child Okeford Village Hall\, Child Okeford
CATEGORIES:charity event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240608T141500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240608T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T164326
CREATED:20240429T083608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240429T083608Z
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SUMMARY:Tarrant Gunville Church Fete.
DESCRIPTION:Tarrant Gunville Church Fete!\nSaturday 8th June at 2.15pm – 5.00pm.\nThis year’s fete will be taking place at a fabulous new venue in the glorious gardens of the historic Gunville Manor\, Tarrant Gunville. There will be music by Izi Styles and Julian Phillips\, Mr Bubbles\, the children’s entertainer\, games and much\, much more.\nCome along and enjoy a traditional village fete in a beautiful setting\, relax with tea and cake\, listen to great music and have fun at the many stalls.\nWhat3Words: gloves.testing.soups\nEntry: £2\nSorry\, no dogs.
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/tarrant-gunville-church-fete/
LOCATION:Gunville Manor\, Tarrant Gunville\, Blandford Forum\, DT11 8JP
CATEGORIES:Family
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tarrant Gunville Social Committee":MAILTO:suzijudd50@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240608T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240608T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T164326
CREATED:20240314T152053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240314T152053Z
UID:26147-1717862400-1717866000@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:42. The Wildly Improbable Ideas of Douglas Adams
DESCRIPTION:42\, The Wildly Improbable Ideas of Douglas Adams (Unbound 2023) is a lavishly illustrated coffee-table book which trawls through the personal papers\, drafts\, scripts\, notebooks and diaries of the much-missed humorous author (and later tech guru) Douglas Adams\, who died aged just 49\, in 2001. A famous procrastinator\, Adams regularly berated himself within the body of his draft manuscripts for not remembering an idea or for not getting to grips with his complex plots and hilarious characters. The book covers his life\, from cradle to grave\, including his time living in Stalbridge\, Dorset\, his years at Cambridge Footlights and at the BBC. \nDouglas Adams lived at Stalbridge\, where he wrote much of The Hitchhiker’s Guide to The Galaxy. He died in 2001 at the age of just 49. Kevin J Davies worked with Douglas Adams and will be at Sturminster Newton Literary Festival to talk about how he used personal papers and documents to create 42. The Wildly Improbable Ideas of Douglas Adams.
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/42-the-wildly-improbable-ideas-of-douglas-adams/
LOCATION:The Exchange\, Sturminster Newton\, Sturminster Newton\, DT10 1FH
CATEGORIES:Book Talks,lectures & Talks
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sturminster Newton Literary Festival":MAILTO:sturlitfest1@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240611T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240611T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T164326
CREATED:20240403T131544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T131544Z
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SUMMARY:The Bone Hunters. Joanne Burn in Conversation with Jo Durrant
DESCRIPTION:Joanne Burn discusses her new book\, The Bone Hunters which is set in Lyme Regis\, Dorset\, with Jo Durrant. This event will be shown on Zoom.
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/the-bone-hunters-joanne-burn-in-conversation-with-jo-durrant/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Book Talks
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sturminster Newton Literary Festival":MAILTO:sturlitfest1@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240612T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240612T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T164326
CREATED:20240502T123411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240502T123411Z
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SUMMARY:OPEN GARDEN and TEA PARTY
DESCRIPTION:The gardens at Littlebrook Farmhouse\, Belchalwell Street\, DT11 0EG will be open on Wednesday 12th June 2024 from 2.30pm – 5.00pm with all proceeds to Julia’s House\, the DORSET Childrens Hospice. Garden entry is £6 per person and teas and refreshments will be available on the terrace. Their are formal and Water Gardens\, Orchard and Vegetable areas and spectacular views over the Blackmore Vale.
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/open-garden-and-tea-party/
CATEGORIES:charity event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240612T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240612T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T164326
CREATED:20240316T155714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240316T155714Z
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SUMMARY:The Long Arc with Robin Walter
DESCRIPTION:In The Long Arc\, Robin Walter reads a collection of nature and environmental-themed poems accompanied by music and imagery. \n‘The Long Arc’ consists of 3 pieces of writing on environmental themes\, accompanied by recorded music and visual images.\n‘Arbor Vitae’ is a poetic version of Robin’s book ‘Living With Trees’\, with images by Juliet Wimhurst.\n‘Cleave’ is a collection of poems that trace our estrangement from nature\, our enslavement to the treadmill of ‘progress’\, and how we might address this.\n‘Invocation’ is an invitation to the four elements\, in their benign forms\, to come to us and enrich our lives\, set to the famous music of Barber’s Adagio. \nRobin Walter is a forester and writer living in Dorset. His tree work over the last 30 years has included climbing\, felling\, management and consultancy. His publications include Living With Trees (Little Toller 2020) and a poetic version of the book published in Evolving The Forest (art.earth 2020). These explore our relationship with trees as a portal to the wider natural world. His poems have been included in Tears in the Fence journal.
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/the-long-arc-with-robin-walter/
LOCATION:Sturminster Newton Library\, Bath Rd\, Sturminster Newton\, DT10 1EH
CATEGORIES:Book Talks,lectures & Talks,music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sturminster Newton Literary Festival":MAILTO:sturlitfest1@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240418T134500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240418T151500
DTSTAMP:20260404T164326
CREATED:20240409T133135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240409T133135Z
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SUMMARY:Shared Reading
DESCRIPTION: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.\nFortnightly on a Thursday from 18 April until June 27\n1:45pm – 3:15pm\nFor more information contact Shaftesbury Library on 01747 852256 or email\nshaftesburylibrary@dorsetcouncil.gov.uk
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/shared-reading-4/
LOCATION:Shaftesbury Library\, Bell Street\, Shaftesbury\, Shaftesbury Library SP7 8AE
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ORGANIZER;CN="Shaftesbury Library":MAILTO:shaftesburylibrary@dorsetcouncil.gov.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240614T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240614T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T164326
CREATED:20240427T125446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240427T125446Z
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SUMMARY:The House of Broken Bricks. Fiona Williams in Conversation with Jenny Devitt
DESCRIPTION: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. \nFiona Williams holds a BSc (Hons) in Biological Sciences from the University of Westminster and an MA with Distinction in Creative Writing from Bath Spa University. She is the winner of the 2021 Bridport Prize\, Peggy Chapman-Andrews First Novel Award. Originally from South-East London\, she now lives with her family on the Somerset Levels. She is currently completing a PhD in creative writing at the University of Exeter. The House of Broken Bricks is her debut novel.
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/the-house-of-broken-bricks-fiona-williams-in-conversation-with-jenny-devitt/
LOCATION:The Exchange\, Sturminster Newton\, Sturminster Newton\, DT10 1FH
CATEGORIES:Book Talks
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sturminster Newton Literary Festival":MAILTO:sturlitfest1@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240614T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240614T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T164326
CREATED:20240418T125204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240418T125204Z
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SUMMARY:Running on Empty. Guy Deacon in Conversation with Jenny Devitt
DESCRIPTION: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 12 months\, 18\,000 miles\, 25 countries\, 9 breakdowns\, an emergency evacuation and 3650 prescription pills.\nQuite simply an incredible feat for a man travelling alone with Stage 3 Parkinson’s. \nWith very little use of his hands\, poor spatial awareness\, and often appearing drunk to those who do not understand the disease\, Guy would drive\, live and sleep in his VW Transporter for 12 months\, often camping in the jungle and remote spots hundreds of miles from the nearest village or town.\nNavigating himself through cities and towns without knowing the language\, Guy would often get lost and ask for local directions after taking a wrong turn when network coverage killed his GPS or when the roads weren’t marked on the map. Not only would the journey be fulfilling a childhood dream to drive across Africa\, but Guy’s mission was also to raise awareness of Parkinson’s Disease\, which is heavily stigmatised in Africa\, where it is often linked to witchcraft and black magic\, leaving sufferers ostracised by their communities.
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/running-on-empty-guy-deacon-in-conversation-with-jenny-devitt/
LOCATION:The Exchange\, Sturminster Newton\, Sturminster Newton\, DT10 1FH
CATEGORIES:Book Talks,lectures & Talks
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sturminster Newton Literary Festival":MAILTO:sturlitfest1@gmail.com
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