The New Blackmore Vale Magazine

Join us at St Peter's Church, Dorchester on Saturday 20th April between 12.30 and 1pm for our monthly lunchtime concert. Dorchester-based baritone, Stefan Oakes, accompanied by pianist, Peter Oakes, will perform a programme of operatic arias. Enjoy a wonderful half hour of music with us in the midst of your busy Saturday. Admission is free […]

Join us for an exciting race night to raise funds for Matt’s Respite Retreats who provide much needed breaks to cancer patients.50% of all bets placed will be up for grabs. There will be a bar and raffle. Some great prizes up for grabs.Tickets available from Capelli Hairdressers at 15 High Street or contact Mel […]

School ReadersShaftesbury LibraryTuesday 23 April10.00am to 12 middayDo you love books? Enjoy working withchildren? You could become a School Readersvolunteer! Find out what it involves and inspire the next generation of readers.For more information email shaftesburylibrary@dorsetcouncil.gov.uk or call 01747 852 256

An market celebrating everything to do with plants in a garden and wild setting. From plant nurseries to garden metalwork, books, garden gifts and expertise on garden design, tree surgery and ecology, Nuture & Nature is hosted by award-winning garden designer Robert Kennett as part of the Chaldcitt Barns Spring Fair on 27th April from […]

An enjoyable day of singing, along with expert tuition, the programme features Songs from the Shows and Music from the Movies and includes a medley from “Les Misérables”, songs from “Oklahoma” some Gilbert and Sullivan choruses and more!Under the musical direction of Alice Dicker, BMus(Hons) DipABRSM, and culminating in an Evening Concert, the cost covers […]

Fun and games for all the family come rain or shine.Have a rummage through the bric-a-brac and book stalls, or treat yourself to delicious homemade preserves and cakes. Try your luck with the tombola or have some fun trying to hoop a duck. There will be Tudor dancers and performances from One Voice Choir, not […]

You are warmly invited to our monthly, cathedral-style service of Choral Evensong on Saturday 27th April at 4.30pm in St Peter’s Church, Dorchester. The music, which commemorates 100 years since the death of Charles Villiers Stanford, includes his ‘Beati quorum via’, ‘Magnificat and Nunc dimittis in G’ and ‘The Lord is my shepherd’ along with […]

The Mill Singers are celebrating their 30th Anniversary with a concert at The Shaftesbury Arts Centre. Singing a variety of music from Sea Shanties, Hits from the musicals, popular music and more.

Shared Reading 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: shaftesburylibrary@dorsetcouncil.gov.uk or call 01747 852 256.Free.

A host of leading UK mobility brands are scheduled to exhibit at a free event this May in Somerset. Nationwide providers of life-changing equipment for people with disabilities including Wheelchair Accessible Vehicles (WAVs), specialist bathing, beds, chairs, lifts, and wheelchairs, will gather for 2 days from Friday 10th – Saturday 11th May at Haynes Motor […]

Discover the culinary treasures of West Dorset at Mapperton's vibrant “Taste of West Dorset Market” on 11 and 12 May 2024. Immerse yourself in a celebration of local flavours, where the region’s finest food and drink artisans come together to showcase their passion for quality and authenticity.