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We’re delighted to be throwing open our doors on 27 September for our 2023 Open Day, and showcasing everything that we do here at EG Coles.
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29 September. The Blandford & District branch of the University of the Third Age invites you to a lecture at 2 pm at Durweston Village Hall, where Joanna Gardiner will be speaking about Medical Detection Dogs. Please phone 01258 628079 for further information.
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This lecture recital will consider Ralph Vaughan Williams’ settings of 6 sonnets by Dante Gabriel Rossetti (1904). The first of these to be composed was 'Silent Noon’; singer Julia Hollander and pianist Peter McMullin will focus on this song, its relationship to the rest of the cycle and especially the theme of silence. They analyse […]
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Another "Not for Profit" S&S community Music Night in Tolpuddle Village Hall featuring "The Buffalitos Blues Band" A Bristol based Band led by Damien Cheung on vocals and guitar delivering a set of good time R&B classics as well as their own compositions. Damien has hosted the Back Door Man Blues Jam at Glastonbury's Hawthorns […]
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Reminiscence Afternoon Photography Continued! Talk about the way that photography reminds us of the past. Share favourite photos of people and places. Tea and cakes will be served. Please book in advance by contacting Shaftesbury Library. Shaftesbury Library Monday 2 October 2:30pm - 3:30pm 01747 85225 or email [email protected]
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Shaftesbury Library Reminiscence Afternoon. Monday 2nd October 2.30pm - 3.30pm Photography continued! Talk about the way that photography reminds us of the past. Share favourite photos of people and places. Tea and cakes will be served. Please book in advance by contacting Shaftesbury Library 01747 852 256.
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School Readers Do you love books? Enjoy working with children? You could become a Schoolreaders volunteer. Find out what it involves and inspire the next generation of readers! Shaftesbury Library Tuesday 3 October 10.00am - 12.00 midday 01747 85225
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Community Policing Drop In Surgery. PCSO 5382 Leatt will be at Shaftesbury Library to offer Crime Prevention advice and leaflets and to hear any local concerns. Shaftesbury Library 5 October 10:00am - 11:00am. For further information please call Shaftesbury Library on 01747 852 256 or email [email protected].
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Community Policing Drop In Surgery; PCSO Su Leatt will be at Shaftesbury Library to offer Crime Prevention advice and leaflets and to hear any local concerns. Thursday 5th October between 10:00am and 11:00am. For more information please call 01747 852 256 or email [email protected]
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Free event aimed at Parish and Town Councils and anyone interested in helping their communities to be prepared for emergencies. Learn to become a stronger, more resilient Somerset Celebrating Somerset's Community Emergency Volunteers, with workshops, presentations and equipment demos. 5 October 2023 10am - 4pm Free event - Lunch Provided Tickets available through Eventbrite. Winners […]
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This fabulous new community event hosted by The Exchange provides an opportunity for newcomers to the area to come along and meet representatives from over 20 local groups and organisations. This free event will be of interest to everyone as it highlights the rich variety of activities which take place in Sturminster Newton.
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Planet Wimborne invites local quiz groups and individuals to a fund-raising Quiz Night on Thursday October 5, to support the 2023 Planet Wimborne’s Green Festival. This Quiz promises to be a fun and entertaining evening of questions on Green issues including water, trees, politics. History and geography etc. – from easy to challenging and everything […]
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The Gravellers & Friends An Evening of Song In aid of the Yellow Bus Garden Project Tickets £25 to include drink and nibbles from Jules – 07765566312 Cash bar
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An friendly evening of easy English Country Dancing with live music (John and Margaret Dike) and an experienced caller (Ruth Thompson) who will teach you the moves. All the dances will be walked through first. No bar, but you are welcome to bring your own drinks and snacks.
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We are thrilled to announce that John Challenger (Assistant Director of Music at Salisbury Cathedral) will be giving a recital to celebrate 200 years of there being an organ at St Peter’s Church on Monday 9 October. John’s performance will be preceded by a brief introduction from the eminent historian Max Hebditch CBE FSA. The […]
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Come and meet Emma Roper from Dorset Mind for an informal drop-in information and sign posting session. Shaftesbury Library Tuesday 10 October 10:00am - 12:00 noon Please call Shaftesbury Library on 07147 852 256 or email [email protected]
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Let's talk about mental health! Come and meet Emma Roper from Dorset Mind for an informal drop-in information and sign posting session. Shaftesbury Library Tuesday 10 October 10:00am - 12:00 noon For more information please call Shaftesbury Library on 01747 852 256 or email [email protected]
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A Night of Cabaret, Saturday 14th October - Tickets £55 per person and include, prosecco reception, 3-course meal and live entertainment. Prepare to be immersed in an enchanting atmosphere as you enjoy the finest Prosecco during our reception. Our carefully curated 3-course meal is designed to tantalize your taste buds, prepared with meticulous attention to […]
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Come and join in the Hazelbury Bryan 5k or 10k race which offers a scenic route through beautiful countryside and a friendly atmosphere. Dogs on leads are also welcome to race and there will water stations en route and medals for every finisher. Refreshments will be available including hot drinks, home made cakes and ice […]
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Sunday 15th October at 3pm Cheap St Church Sherborne Tickets: £15 (inc Cream Tea) from Winstones Bookshop or Mary [email protected] Tel: 01963 251255 Proceeds in aid of Sherborne Douzelage 2024 Conference
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Join us at St Peter's Church, Dorchester on Saturday 21st October between 12.30 and 1pm for a lunchtime concert given by Sue Adams (soprano) and Natalie Burton (clarinet). The programme includes songs by Debussy, Mozart, Handel, Vivaldi and Schubert along with the adagio from Mozart's clarinet concerto. Admission is free and all welcome.
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‘ Puss in Boots: The Last Wish’ PG rating with popcorn & ice cream available Family ticket £12.50, Child £2.50, Adult £5 Tickets available [email protected] / 07771561099
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DWFR Bonfire Night and Firework Children's Activity Shaftesbury Library Thursday 26 October 11:00am - 12:00noon Firework story, pumpkin hunt, dress up in fire kit, craft and colouring activities. For further information please call 01747 852 256 or email [email protected] Children under 8 must be accompanied by a parent or carer.
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DWFR Bonfire Night and Firework Activity Shaftesbury Library Thursday 26 October 11:00am - 12:00noon Firework story, pumpkin hunt, dress up in fire kit, craft and colouring activities.
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In aid of Woodlands Methodist Church, at Woodlands village hall on October 27th at 7.30 pm . tickets £5 each including refreshments. Phone Brian on 01202 822066 fore more details
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Come along to another of our Artisan Makers Markets here at the Wimborne Community Centre. Everyone welcome, free entry, bring along your dog too! We welcome an array of local artists and crafts people who create many wonderful pieces for you to enjoy and to buy. There is also a café serving a range of […]
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The idea of this event is to celebrate all that happens in the community and to give people the opertunity to raise funds, either by selling items that you make or grow, holding a tombola….. The tables are free, and entrance to the event is free. There will be lots of activities for the children, […]
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The Exchange invites you to book your place for Pumpkin carving on Saturday 28th October (10am-12noon). Fancy dress optional. Email [email protected] or telephone 01258 475137
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Dinosaur Day! Join Dewey, the library dinosaur, for a fun time at Shaftesbury Library. Crafts, stories and photo opportunities. Bring your own dinosaurs to meet him as well! Shaftesbury Library Saturday 28 October 11:00am - 12 noon 01747 852256 Booking advised through the library to guarantee your space. Children under 8 must be accompanied by […]
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The Old Story Teller will be reading from a lesser known Charles Dickens horror/mystery story called 'The Signal Man' written in 1866. Gather in the entertainment area of 1855 Sturminster Newton from 2pm or 3pm to hear of spectres and train accidents.
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You are warmly invited to our monthly, cathedral-style service of Choral Evensong on Saturday 28th October at 4.30pm in St Peter’s Church, Dorchester. The music includes: Elgar ‘They are at rest’, David Bruce Payne ‘Preces & Responses’, Kelly ‘Evening Canticles in C’ and Purcell ‘Rejoice in the Lord, alway’. Do join us for a glass […]
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Annual General Meeting. Being held in the Connect Cafe, Stour View Close, Sturminster Newton, Dorset, DT10 1JF at 4.30pm 30th October 23. Parking in the Car Park in Stour View Close.
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University Music Bournemouth’s Choir and Orchestra present their autumn term concert on Wednesday 1 November, 7.30pm at Christchurch Priory. The music includes Mozart’s ‘Solemn Vespers KV339’, Monteverdi’s ‘Beatus vir’, Vivaldi’s ‘Magnificat’ and Bach’s ‘Brandenburg Concerto No. 5’. Tickets are priced £18 & £12 (50% student concession) and available online at: www.christchurchpriory. org/boxoffice/26522 or at the […]
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Community policing drop-in surgery. PCSO 5382 Leatt will be at Shaftesbury Library to offer crime prevention advice and leaflets, and to hear any local concerns. Shaftesbury Library 2 November and 7 December 10:00am - 11:00am For more information please call: 01747 852256
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Playing music from the big band era and beyond. Ticket price includes afternoon tea. Prosecco bar will be open. Tickets via www.caryfordhall.co.uk
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