What's on in and around the Vale
Coast and Countryside Events
April 2008

Tuesday 1 April
Bridport Film Society Offside. Bridport Arts Centre. Doors 7pm, Film 7.45pm. Members Only. www.bridportfilmsociety.co.uk or contact Clare Glazebroook 01308 488224 or Penny Laurence 01308 422730 for membership details.

Wildflowers of the Blackdown Hills talk by Dr David Allen at the April meeting of All Saints W.I. held in All Saints Village Hall at 7.30 p.m. This meeting is open to all.

Mosterton Art Group 7.30 at Mosterton Village Hall. Demonstration /workshop by local artist David Brackston, subject "Portraits". All welcome. 01308 862572.

Beaminster & District Camera Club Best of Year Slides & Prints, For the Bob Keller & Bob Johns Trophies also Storyboard Competition, Judge Barrie Bluer APAGB LRPS. 7.30pm The Strode Room, Church Street, Beaminster. Contact Hon. Secretary Harry Worthington 01308 862453. Visitors welcome.

Bird bingo - Family event at Radipole Lake 10 am-12 noon. Booking essential on 01305 778313. Come out this April fools day and look for wildlife through mini binoculars. Meet at the RSPB Radipole Lake visitor centre, Swannery car park, Weymouth DT4 7TZ.
Antiques Fair 9am-4pm Marine Theatre, Lyme Regis. 01297 442138. www.marinetheatre.com.

Tuesday 1 - Thursday 3
The Two Noble Kinsmen Shakespeare/Fletcher presented by Cygnet Company at 7.30pm, New Theatre, Exeter. A play of Masques and tournaments noblemen and jailors. The Two Noble Kinsmen is a romantic gem filled with chivalry, treachery and passion. Box Office 01392 277189. Credit Cards 01392 211080.

Tuesday 1 - 30
Fra H Newbery - A Dorset Trail In April 2008 Dorset will become the venue for an exciting, month-long trail of exhibitions, events and activities celebrating the life and work of the painter Fra Newbery. The Trail, which has received funding from HLF, Dorset County Council, West Dorset District Council, Bridport Town Council and Purbeck Heritage is a collaboration between four Dorset museums; Bridport, Corfe, Swanage and Dorset County and Bridport Town Hall and Bridport Arts Centre and is managed by Bridport Heritage Forum. In addition to specially curated exhibitions the trail will also highlight permanent sites of Newbery interest across the county and incorporate a wide ranging and diverse education programme. Newbery was brought up and educated in Bridport and retired to Corfe Castle in 1919 after a long and illustrious career as one of the most significant directors of Glasgow School of Art. In his day Newbery's paintings were well regarded and widely published although they are now little known despite being held in public and private collections around the world. As well as a respected painter in his own right he is perhaps best known for his pivotal role in promoting the work of his protégé, Charles Rennie Mackintosh. Look out for events at Bridport Museum, Bridport Arts Centre, Bridport Town Hall and the Dorset County Museum.,
www.franewbery.co.uk.

Wednesday 2
Landslips of the Local Coast talk by Stephen Locke. 11am Lyme Regis Museum.. 01297 443370.

Blackdown Hills AONB Membury Area Walk 10am, meet at Membury village hall car park. Contact Gill Thomas 01404 861406.

Bridport Camera Club Meeting Fortnightly meetings starting at 7.30pm. Visiting speakers, competitions and presentations. New members always welcome. The Salt House, Fisherman's Green, West Bay, Bridport. 01308 459443. www.bridportcameraclub.co.uk.

Miiscellany of works Concert by Woodroffe School Music Department, Lyme Regis. Chamber choir, the brass group, and saxophone choir together with solo contributions from some of the senior pupils.". 7.15pm. St Mary's Church, Thorncombe and all are welcome to hear and encourage these young musicians Tickets at the door. Further information Richard Delderfield on 01460 30916.

Wednesday Afternoon Walks at the Kingcombe Centre Each walk will cover a particular subject - perhaps flowers, birds, freshwater life, butterflies or mammals. Most walks meet at the Kingcombe Centre at 2.15pm and return for tea and cake at 4pm - 4.30pm. Please telephone before arrival to confirm details. Wellington boots generally recommended.
Kingcombe Centre, Toller Porcorum, Dorchester. 01300 320684. www.kingcombecentre.org.uk.

Wednesday 2 April - Sunday 4 May
Chideock Roman Catholic Church will be one of the venues on the 'Newbery Trail' when the Sacristy will be opened specially to visitors on Wednesdays and Sundays between 2.00 and 4.00pm. There will be an opportunity to see Fra. Newbery's painting of the Chideock Martyrs as well as access to the site of the original barn church. In an upper room of the original barn, Mass was said in secret for about 170 years after Chideock Castle was destroyed. (Chideock Castle can also be seen in Fra. Newbery's painting with Chideock village, Golden Cap and the sea beyond).

Thursday 3 April
The Rotary Club, Honiton presents The Little Big Band. St. Paul's Church, High Street. 7.30pm. Tickets available from A Dimond & Co, Tel: 01404 42052.

Bridport Electronic Organ Club Penny Weedon. 7 for 7.30pm, Bridport United Church Hall, East St. Visitors welcome. Hon Secretary Neil Rutter 01297 20861.

Crewkerne Gardening Club demonstration on filling hanging baskets and planters, with plants for sale.The Methodist Church Schoolroom, Crewkerne. 7.30pm. All welcome. Denis Bowman 01935 473170.

Visions of Jerusalem William Blake A fully illustrated talk looks at his life and times and explores his creative genius and the inspirations behind it. The Tyger and Jerusalem provide examples of the relationship between his art and poetry. Starts 7.30pm. Cerne Abbas Village Hall, Kettle Bridge Lane, Cerne Abbas. 01300 341118.

Thurdsay 3 - Friday 4
Kitchen & Garden Pole Lathe Turning Spending time working in the woodland workshop is very relaxing, satisfying and fun for all levels of experience. Learn the ancient craft of green (unseasoned) wood working under the tuition of Guy Mallinson and various specialist co-presenters. Mangerton House, Mangerton, Bridport. 01308 485111. www.mallinson.co.uk.

Lyme Youth Theatre, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory by Roald Dahl, adapted by Richard George. 7.30pm. Marine Theatre, Lyme Regis. 01297 442138. www.marinetheatre.com.

Friday 4
Chard History Group
Local Dance Music - A musical talk by Frank Huddy 7.30pm Redstart School, Chard. Details 01460 65443.

Boiling Kettle Theatre Co presents 'Mad Woman in the Attic' 7:30pm, Cerne Abbas Village Hal. 01300 341332.

Bird watching at Seaton Marshes Local Nature Reserve. Join the EDDC Countryside Service's Ranger in the bird hide between 9.00 and12.00. Access from Hillymead, Seaton. Enquiries 01395 517557.

Mary Anning, Fossil Pioneer talk by Daphne Baker. 11am Lyme Regis Museum.. 01297 443370.

Information Day for the over 50s. 10 am- 1pm at the United Church Bridport. Age Concern and the POPP Wayfinders have organised this morning event so you can find out about all the things available to support and help you to stay fit, happy and in your own home.

East Devon Ramblers Walk Leisurely Friday morning walk. From Budleigh Salterton Town CP (SY061821) 5 miles. Starts 10am.
Please confirm details with organiser on 01395 514542.

The Devil's Violin 7:45pm Neroche Village Hall, Bickenhall. 01460 234 377. A unique and varied experience for adults and older children. A gripping performance of forgotten Roma Gypsy tales and music from Wales and beyond. One of the leading exponents in the art of storytelling, Daniel Morden joins forces with musicians Oliver Wilson-Dickson on violin, accordionist Eddy Jay and Sarah Moody on cello to create an extraordinary evening full of passion and drama. www.thedevilsviolin.co.uk

Tom & Barbara Brown 'This Farming Life' rich voices, rich stories. Drawing on a life-time's love of traditional music, Tom and Barbara create an evening of archive film footage and live performances of words and song in a richly textured homage to the farming life of the Westcountry. Unusual and entertaining, using material from the South West Film and Television Archive. 7.30pm, Axminster Woodbury Hall, 01297 32767. A Villages in Action production.

Traveller's Tales: Mongolia An evening with Phil Bayliss - teacher, academic and traveller. Mongolia: a land of geographical extremes, Eternal Blue Heaven, Ghengiss Khan, steppe, desert, lakes and mountains.... and blow-torched marmot. An illustrated talk with all proceeds to No. 1 School, Onderhaan, Mongolia. 8pm. The David Hall. South Petherton. 01460 240340. e-mail: info@thedavidhall.org.uk.

Dom Duff & Damian Clarke 'New Celtic music' from Dom Duff, including songs inspired by or adopted from his native Breton Culture. Support comes from Damian Clarke, playing a solo set on the hurdy gurdy and hammered dulcimer. Starts 8pm, doors and bar open 7.30pm.
Dorchester Arts Centre, The Grove, Dorchester.
01305 266926. www.dorchesterarts.org.uk.

Make a Mural family workshop (Fra Newbery)
Artist, Darrell Wakelam leads a workshop creating a huge mural using themes from the exhibition. For kids of all ages, with their grown-ups. 10am - 3pm. Allsop Gallery, Bridport Arts Centre, South Street, Bridport. 01308 427183.

Saturday 5
Boiling Kettle Theatre Co presents 'Mad Woman in the Attic' 7:30pm, Drimpton Village Hall. 01308 867031. Granny getting to grips with new technology produces some surprising results. Set in a rural community in Somerset, 'The Mad Woman In The Attic' is a humorous, poignant play that challenges preconceptions about 'senior citizens' in a world dominated by youth culture. Dance Ballroom, Latin & some Sequence Uplyme Village Hall
8pm - 11pm. In aid of Hall funds.

Fabric Sale Axminster Church room. 9.30am- 5.00pm. Further info: 01297 32264.
Table Top Sale Whitford Village Hall from 10am to 1pm set up at 9am. Refreshments available. To reserve a table please tel Maggie 01297 552695 or Margaret 01297 552444.

Reg Meuross plus Special Guest, Jackie Oates Reg Meuross, who is one of Britain's finest singer/songwriters, lives in South Somerset and has become a frequent and ever-popular performer at The David Hall. He is joined this evening by Jackie Oates, a brilliant young fiddler and singer who was a finalist in the 2003 Radio 2 Young Folk Awards. 8pm. The David Hall. South Petherton. 01460 240340. e-mail: info@thedavidhall.org.uk.

Domino Carnival Club Prize Bingo at The Guildhall, Chard 7.30pm-9.30pm .
Talk on the artist Fra H Newbery at Bridport Arts Centre To accompany the Fra Newbery exhibition, Dr George Rawson will be giving a talk on Newbery the artist and educator and his life in Dorset. Starts at 2.30pm. Allsop Gallery, Bridport Arts Centre, South St, Bridport. 01308 427183.

Fossil Hunting Walk from Charmouth Heritage Coast Centre. 11am, Walks are suitable for all ages. Further information from 01297 560772.

Green Woodworking Course For Children & Adults Spending time working in the woodland workshop is very relaxing, satisfying and fun for all levels of experience. Learn the ancient craft of green (unseasoned) wood working under the tuition of Guy Mallinson and various specialist co-presenters, Mangerton House, Mangerton, Bridport. 01308 485111. www.mallinson.co.uk.

Community Drum Circle Magic Drum presents Community Drum Circle. Starts at 2:30pm. All welcome. Dorchester Arts Centre, The Grove, Dorchester. 01305 848026 or 01305 853479.

Craft Fair Poundbury Lots of local arts and crafts for sale --- try your luck at Tombola --- Tea and cakes. Starts 9am. Brownsword Hall, Pummery Square, Poundbury. 01305 757265.

Quiz Night Fun for all. Starts at 7:30pm. Entry by ticket only. Tickets available from The Gallery, in the hall at coffee after church or from Mary on 01305 266461 or Linda on 01305 268341. United Church Hall, Charles Street, Dorchester. 01305 266461 /268341.

Transforming Dialogue offers trainings, courses and consultations to promote deep transformation and to enhance soul-quality dialogue within and between people. Starts 10am. Blagdon Hill, Nr Martinstown, Dorchester.
01305 257958. www.transformingdialogue.com.

C-Scape Dance Co presents 'Below' 7:30pm Martinstown Village Hall 01305 889059.

Saturday 5 - Sunday 6
Optimist Selection Regatta - Weymouth and Portland National Sailing Academy. www.wpnsa.org.uk.

Sunday 6
Low Tide at Ferrybridge A walk to see what is exposed by one of the lowest tides of the year. 12.30pm Chesil Beach Centre, Portland Beach Road, Portland. 01305 760579. www.chesilbeach.org.

Fossil Hunting Walks from Charmouth Heritage Coast Centre. 11.30am. Walks are suitable for all ages. Further information from 01297 560772.

Wessex Military Band Spring Concert 6pm
Bridport Arts Centre
Conducted by Lt.Col (Retired) Malcolm Torrent, The Royal Military School of Music, Kneller Hall. Tickets from Bridport Arts Centre 01308 424204.

Parnham Voices concert
at 4:00 pm in St Mary's Church, Beaminster.
In aid of the church. Tickets from the Church Office, 8 Hogshill St, Beaminster 01308 862320 or on the door.

Specialist Plant Sale
Around 19-20 specialist plant stands. In aid of the Red Cross in the UK. Digby Hall, Hound Street, Sherborne. 01935 421389.

6 ­ 11 April
Back to Nature Family Week. A great time will be had by all on this
activity-based, fun family week, inspired by nature and the beautiful Dorset
landscape. Suitable for children of all ages. Monkton Wyld Court Holistic Education Centre,
Monkton Wyld. 01297 560342. www.monktonwyldcourt.org

Monday 7
Fossil Hunting Walks from Charmouth Heritage Coast Centre. 12.30pm. Walks are suitable for all ages. Further information from 01297 560772.

Sampling and Glimpsing Behind the Classical Voice, Heritage Coast U3A sponsored recital. 7.30pm, Marine Theatre, Lyme Regis. 01297 442138. www.marinetheatre.com.

Tuesday 8
Cooking Easter Biscuits Help Zaida Haworth with her seasonal cooking in the Victorian Kitchen. 10.30am - 12.30pn. Somerset Rural Life Museum, Abbey Farm, Glastonbury. www.somerset.gov.uk/museums. Contact Mary Gryspeerdt 01458 831197.

Wild Cook-up with EDDC's Education Ranger at Holyford Woods Local Nature Reserve from 11.00 until 12.30. Booking essential 01395 517557

Comedy Evening at The Guildhall Chard 7.30pm-11.00pm. Tickets from The TIC. 01460 65710.
Yetties Performing for Weldmar Hospice Please phone for further details, Chideock Village Hall, Chideock, Bridport. 01297 489632.

Charles Rennie Mackintosh and Dorset
By Dr George Rawson. How Mackintosh's Dorset tour of 1895 inspired architectural projects such as the Glasgow School of Art. Starts 6:30pm. Dorset County Museum, High West Street, Dorchester.
01305 262735. www.dorsetcountymuseum.org.

Fossil Hunting Walks from Charmouth Heritage Coast Centre. 1pm. Walks are suitable for all ages. Further information from 01297 560772.

Workshop at Highway Farm: Painting and Sketching Day Tutor Ann Gray. Highway Farm, West Road, Bridport. 01308 424321.
www.highwayfarm.co.uk

Bridport History Society meeting: Fra H Newbery by John Jagged. Part of a programme of exhibitions, guided walks and talks about the life and work of this artist who started his studies at the Bridport School of Art. 2.30 pm. Main Hall, Bridport United Church, East Street, Bridport. 01308 456876,

Wednesday 9
Donkey Day Come and groom the donkeys from the Sanctuary at Sidmouth. 11.00-3.30pm. Somerset Rural Life Museum, Abbey Farm, Glastonbury. www.somerset.gov.uk/museums. Contact Mary Gryspeerdt 01458 831197.

Birds, bugs and beasties with EDDC's Education Ranger at Trinity Hill Local Nature Reserve 2.00-4.00pm. Magnifiers provided. Enquiries 01395 517557.

Fossil Hunting Walks from Charmouth Heritage Coast Centre. 1.30pm. Walks are suitable for all ages. Further information from 01297 560772.

Spring Flowers at Kingcombe with leader Brian Godfrey. 2.15pm.
Kingcombe Centre, Toller Porcorum, Dorchester. 01300 320684. www.kingcombecentre.org.uk.

Geology Lecture: Permo-Triassic Mineralization Including commentary on granitie-related mineralization and low temperature 'crosscourse' veins and gold occurence related to the mid-triassic and (failed) opening of the Atlantic. By Dr Richard Scrivener, BGS, Exeter. Starts 6:30pm. Dorset County Museum, High West Street, Dorchester. 01305 262735. www.dorsetcountymuseum.org.

Weekly Meditation Group 10.30am at Axminster Awareness Centre. Please contact Linda on 01297 33075.
Honiton and the Arts series of lectures. 'Curating the Thelma Hulbert Gallery Honiton' by Angela Blackwell, Curator, Thelma Hulbert Gallery. 7pm The Thelma Hulbert Gallery, Dowell St, Honiton. 01404 42957.

Spinning Demonstration by the Glastonbury Spinners. 1.00-4.00pm. Somerset Rural Life Museum, Abbey Farm, Glastonbury. www.somerset.gov.uk/museums. Contact Mary Gryspeerdt 01458 831197.

Wednesday 9 - Saturday 12
The Happiest Days of Your Life presented by Lyme Regis Dramatic Society. 7.30pm, Marine Theatre, Lyme Regis. 01297 442138. www.marinetheatre.com.

Thursday 10
East Coker Gardening Club Chris Hunter explores 'Rock Gardens and Alpines'. 7.30pm East Coker Hall. Enquiries to the Secretary, Catherine Denney on 01935 862294 or the Treasurer, Stan Shayler on 01935 420291.

Honiton Lions Ladies Fashion Show. At the Honiton Motel. 7.30pm. Tickets available from Livingstones Jewellers.

Niki McCretton presents Space 50 A theatrical voyage to mark 50 years of Space Travel. A gentle production with humour and charming elements. Starts at 7.30pm. Bridport Arts Centre, South Street, Bridport. 01308 424204.

Fossil Hunting Walks from Charmouth Heritage Coast Centre. 2pm. Walks are suitable for all ages. Further information from 01297 560772.

Passementerie straw work decorative techniques with wire and threads. Using techniques borrowed from Straw Work, twisting, wrapping, looping, bending etc as inspiration. You will experiment with different wires and threads to create many interesting samples of decorative 3D motifs for use in both Passementerie and Embroidery. Tutor: Lynn Horniblow. The Old Kennels, Stentwood, Dunkeswell. 01823 681138.

Dorchester Drama presents 'Quartet' by Ronald Harwood, a powerful and comic drama, @ 7.3pm. Performing Arts Studio, Thomas Hardye School,
Queens Avenue, Dorchester. Tickets in advance from Words Etcetera, Cornhill, Dorchester or by telephone from 01305 208269 or on the door.

Chance of Cetti's at Radipole Lake 9 am-11 am. Booking essential on 01305 778313. The elusive Cetti's warblers, as they try to claim their territories. Their song is so loud it can make you jump, but you will not forget it. Meet at the RSPB Radipole Lake visitor centre, Swannery car park, Weymouth DT4 7TZ.

The National Trust
Blackmore Vale and Yeovil Local Centre 10.30 am to Noon
New and Prospective Members Coffee Morning at the Digby Hall, Hound Street, Sherborne.

Thorncombe Gardening Club Talk by Fergus Garrett the Head Gardener at the late Christopher Lloyd`s garden at Great Dixter, Sussex. 7.30pm in Thorncombe Village Hall. Non members welcome.For further details contact 01460 30367.

Thursday 10 - Friday 11
Building A Willow Trug
This is a two-day course to build a 'frame basket trug' using locally sourced willow. Mangerton House, Mangerton, Bridport. 01308 485111. www.mallinson.co.uk.

Friday 11
Lyme Bay Photographic Club Slide and Print Battle with visiting Bridport C.C. 7.30 pm Woodmead Hall, Lyme Regis. Contact Programme Secretary Ian Bolton on 01297 442288.

Ottery St Mary Parish Church Concert at 7.30pm, Tri-Organist Concert, at the Organ Michael Farley, John Maybery and Ben Scott in Concert.

East Devon Ramblers Walk Leisurely Friday morning walk. From Blue Ball Inn CP, Sidford (SY139899). 5 miles. Starts 10am. Please confirm details with organiser on 01395 597523.

Corn Dolly Making Watch and have a go at a fascinating craft demonstrated by Leslie Hurford. 11.00-4.00pm. Somerset Rural Life Museum, Abbey Farm, Glastonbury. www.somerset.gov.uk/museums. Contact Mary Gryspeerdt 01458 831197.

Army Benevolent Fund - 'Berlin and the Fall of the Wall.' An evening with Maj Gen Sir Robert Corbett KCVO CB, 7pm, The Powell Theatre, Sherborne School, Sherborne. Doors open at 6.30pm. Tickets from Lieutenant Colonel Alan Gorczyca, Regional Director Fundraising, Army Benevolent Fund, Wyvern Barracks, Exeter, EX2 6AR. 01392 492650.

Fossil Hunting Walks from Charmouth Heritage Coast Centre. 2.30pm. Walks are suitable for all ages. Further information from 01297 560772.

Kilmington Village Produce Assocation Talk by John Marriage Photography and your Garden. 7.30pm at the village hall, Kilmington.

Dorset Wildlife Trust - West Dorset Group
'Managing Heathlands', an illustrated talk by Rees Cox, retired warden of the Studland Reserve; the meeting will include the AGM of the Group. 7.30pm. Friends' Meeting House, South Street, Bridport. Contact the Lecture Organiser, Bill Taylor, on 01297 560081 for further information.

Kirsty McGee and Mat Martin Kirsty McGee's acoustic music is the finest in British hobopop, and here she is working with instramentalist Mat Martin. Starts at 8pm. Bridport Arts Centre, South St, Bridport. www.bridport-arts.com.

Murder Mystery Dinner A Victorian melodrama in three acts - can you solve the mystery and find the murderer? Starts 7:00pm.,
Dorset County Museum, High West Street, Dorchester. 01305 262735. www.dorsetcountymuseum.org.

Bridport Camera Club Meeting Fortnightly meetings starting at 7.30pm. Visiting speakers, competitions and presentations. New members always welcome. The Salt House, Fisherman's Green, West Bay, Bridport. 01308 459443. www.bridportcameraclub.co.uk.

Fri 11 - Sun 13
Sussex Trug Learn the secrets of hand-crafting traditional steamed Sussex Garden trugs made of 'cricket bat' Willow and Sweet Chestnut under the instruction of a traditional Sussex trug maker. You will cleave the timber, shape panels, frame and handle with a drawknife, then steam the Chestnut and soak the Willow before assembling your trugs with copper nails. This very special and rarely seen course which employs only hand tools and where you will construct your trugs from tree to finish. All tools are provided and no experience is necessary. 1066 Country trugs, Hastings. The Old Kennels, Stentwood, Dunkeswell. 01823 681138.

Saturday 12
Portman Point to Point meeting includes pony racing. First race 2pm, Badbury Rings, nr Wimborne. Secretary Mr J Borradaile. 01258 861834.

Music at Sherborne Abbey Sherborne Abbey Faith & Arts Group, Opus Anglicanum of Angels & Archangels concludes a day during which the group's director leads an Open Monastic Day Chant Workshop in Sherborne School. Open to all. Contact 01935 812452.

Taunton Deane Male Voice Choir Concert at The Guildhall Chard, with guest appearances from Chard Light Operatic Kid's Society. Doors open 7pm concert starts at 7.30pm Tickets
available from Chard Tourist Information Centre on 01460 65710 or from Nanette Wale on 01460 65190.

John Etheridge with special guest Kit Homes. Guitar, evening of jazz, blues folk african grooves and more. Dorchester Arts Centre. 01305 266926.
Julie Felix arrived in England in 1964, carrying her Mexican guitar, and was named as 'Britain's First Lady of Folk' by 1965. She has never ceased to be a major influence on the international folk scene, travelling the world often standing up for humanitarian rights. In the late '70s she moved to Norway but by the '80s had moved back to California where she studied Yoga, meditation and healing and became involved with the suffering of the indigenous peoples of Latin America. 8pm. The David Hall. South Petherton. 01460 240340. e-mail: info@thedavidhall.org.uk.

Sherborne Jazz Club
at the White Hart Inn, Bishops Caundle, Near Sherborne, Dorset DT9 5ND. Doors open at 7.30pm. Tickets on the door. Call the White Hart on 01963 - 23301 for details. Double Bill - Julie Sassoon/ Tom Arthurs.

Whitchurch Canonicorum Village Hall Dance to One Night Stand, 9pm till midnight, In aid of Village Hall Funds and Church Bell Restoration Fund

Workshop at Highway Farm: Willow Sculptures for the Garden Workshop with Fiona Hingson. Come and make an exciting sculpture to take home - hopefully it will fit in the car! It can be a bird or beastie, tepee or anything you fancy. Max 12 people. Highway Farm, West Road, Bridport. 01308 424321. www.highwayfarm.co.uk.

Weymouth Choral Society's Spring Concert 7.30 pm at Holy Trinity Church, Weymouth and will feature the Requiem by Cherubini as its main work. Cherubini was a contemporary of Mozart. Classic fm has recently broadcast this lovely work. The choir will also sing the familiar and haunting Cantique de Jean Racine by Fauré as well as other choral works by Mozart, Franck and Bruckner. The evening's performance will be accompanied by Wessex Sinfonia (leader Julia McFarlane) and conducted by Musical Director of the Society, Helen Brind. The orchestra will also perform the ever popular Schubert's Unfinished Symphony. Tickets available from Weymouth Music in Great George Street (by the library), Choir members, via the website (weymouthchoralsociety.co.uk) or at the door).

Spring bird song special at Arne 9.30 am-12 noon. Booking essential on 01929 553360. Bird song sounds wonderful but wouldn't it be great to know your great tit from your robin. Even learning a few songs can bring you even closer to nature. Come along on this stroll around some of the different habitats at Arne and learn a few bird songs and some handy phrases for remembering them too. The walk will end with tea, cake and a chance to listen to CD's of bird song that you heard on your walk around Arne.
Meet at RSPB Arne nature reserve car park, near Wareham, Dorset BH20 5BJ.

Concert of Sacred Anthems. 7pm at the Church of Our Lady, Queen of Martyrs and St. Ignatius, ( the Catholic Church in Chideock) welcoming about 25 members of the London Concert Choir, one of London's most ambitious, accomplished and friendly choirs, attracting members from across London and the home counties, and performing in the major London concert halls, cathedrals and churches with occasional tours to European locations. Tickets in aid of Church funds from Bridport Music, South Street, Bridport 01308 425707;
Deirdre Coates 01297 489890, Gaby Martelli tel 01308 488348 or Karen Warburton tel 01297 489672. The Church and Museum are open daily between 10am and 4pm.

Dorchester Drama presents Quartet by Ronald Harwood in the Performing Arts Studio of the Thomas Hardye School. Starts 7.30pm.,
Thomas Hardye School, Queens Avenue, Dorchester. 01305 257694.

Dorchester Antiques Fair Antique furniture, China & Pottery, Jewellery, Books, Cutlery, Musical Instruments, Silver etc. Teas, Coffees and light snacks available. Corn Exchange, High East Street, Dorchester. 7918143682.

Askerswell Jumble Sale From 10am at Bridport United Church Hall. There will be the usual stalls of Good Quality Jumble, New-To-You, Bric-A-Brac, Books and produce etc.
Lions Swimarathon Osprey Quay Leisure Centre. Annual charity swimarathon raising funds for local charities organised by the Weymouth and Portland Lions Club. Website: www.weymouthlionsclub.co.uk.

Sunday 13
West Somerset Vale Point to Point First race 2pm, Cotelstone, nr Taunton. Secretary Mrs K Cooke. 01934 853330.

Multi Media Mark Making with tutor Jill Jones. 10am - 4pm, Kingcombe Centre, Toller Porcorum, Dorchester. 01300 320684.

East Devon Ramblers Walk Budleigh Salterton to Exmouth. From Budleigh Salterton Town CP (SY061821)
8 miles. Starts 10.30 am. Bring a picnic. Please confirm details with organiser on 01395 263993.

Bill Hooks on Display Demonstration by Gordon York. 2.00-5.00pm. Somerset Rural Life Museum, Abbey Farm, Glastonbury. www.somerset.gov.uk/museums. Contact Mary Gryspeerdt 01458 831197.

Yeovil Railway Centre, Yeovil Junction, Stoford: First of 4 Model Railway Swap meets this year. 01376-510663 for full details.

Barnstormers Comedy Club A great night out with Stand Up Comedians who are mainly Comedy Store and Jongleurs regulars.
An evening of fantastic fun guaranteed. A great way to either end the weekend or start the new week! The second Sunday in every month is Barnstormers Night! Over 18's only, please! 8pm. The David Hall. South Petherton. 01460 240340. e-mail: info@thedavidhall.org.uk.

Charterhouse Auctions - Classic Cars, Motorbikes & Automobilia Viewing Friday 10am - 7pm. 01935 812277. www.charterhouse-auctions.co.uk.

Dorchester Fun Run 2008 Get fit, have fun & raise money for charity all in one go! Download your sponsorship & entry forms. Starts from Thomas Hardye Leisure Centre. Starts 10.30am.
Thomas Hardye Leisure Centre, Coburg Road, Dorchester. 01308 897789 or 01305 262171. www.lionsdorchester.org.uk.

Monday 14
Weight Watchers wiil be held every Monday from 14 April at The Guildhall, Chard. 6.30pm-8.30pm for more information phone 0146065282.

Tuesday 15
Dorset Industrial Archaeology Society lecture given by Alan Roseveare on the subject of "The Turnpike Era". Begins at 7.30pm in the Dorset Room, Colliton House, Colliton Park, Dorchester (opposite County Hall). Non-members welcome (donation suggested). Further details from 01305 785968 or 871863.

Beaminster & District Camera Club 'The Tatra Mountains' a slide presentation by Richard Collier. 7.30pm The Strode Room, Church Street, Beaminster. Contact Hon. Secretary Harry Worthington 01308 862453. Visitors welcome.
Antiques Fair 9am-4pm Marine Theatre, Lyme Regis. 01297 442138. www.marinetheatre.com.

Mosterton Horticultural Society Weeds as Medicine - Lucy Jones. 7.30pm Mosterton Village Hall. Visitors and non members welcome. 01308 868798.
Storybox Theatre with the Tin Soldier 3pm East Budleigh Village Hall. Tickets are available from East Budleigh Primary School or hall committee members or telephone Jane on 01395 442973. If anyone would like to find out more about this performance or any others across Devon they should contact Villages in Action on 01363 773660 or email admin@villagesinaction.co.uk.

Wednesday 16
Thorncombe Rail Activities Club 'Steam on the Sunny Side of the Alps' by John Gulliver. 7.30pm, Thorncombe Village Hall (near Chard) All welcome. Contact Michael Sheasby 01460 30474.

Jurassic Folk & Acoustic Night at the Grove, Seaton, at 8pm. Singers, musicians and everyone very welcome. More info 01297 20064 or www.eastdevonfolk.org
Theatre Friends Quiz Night 7.30pm for 8pm Marine Theatre, Lyme Regis. 01297 442138. www.marinetheatre.com.

The National Trust
Blackmore Vale and Yeovil Local Centre
Visit to Winchester Cathedral and College
Rag Rug Making Workshops Discover a traditional and sustainable craft with Deborah Hastings. Suitable for all ages. Please book in advance. Please bring scissors and an old cotton shirt or suitable material. 11.00-12.30pm & 2.00-3.30pm. Somerset Rural Life Museum, Abbey Farm, Glastonbury. www.somerset.gov.uk/museums. Contact Mary Gryspeerdt 01458 831197.

Explore Your Energy Body 7.00pm. First in a series of evening workshops, focusing on root chakra. Contact Linda on 01297 33075.

Quiz Night - Lyme Regis Theatre Friends invite you to their Quiz Night; teams of up to 6 persons; Bar, Teas & Coffee, Raffle. Commences 7:30pm. Marine Theatre, Church Street, Lyme Regis. 01297 442394. www.marinetheatre.com.
Cowshed Celebration at the Kingcombe Centre Toller Porcorum, Dorchester, 01300 320684. www.kingcombecentre.org.uk.

Bridport Camera Club Meeting Fortnightly meetings starting at 7.30pm. Visiting speakers, competitions and presentations. New members always welcome. The Salt House, Fisherman's Green, West Bay, Bridport. 01308 459443. www.bridportcameraclub.co.uk.

Thursday 17
Bearne's Valuation Days
Free advice and valuations from Bearne's Auctioneers & Valuers of Fine Art and Jewellery from 10am until 1pm., The Bridge House Hotel, East Street, Bridport. 01308 456208.
Concerts in the West DYAD Tom Kearney and Daniel Jones percussion. 7.30pm Marine Theatre, Lyme Regis. O Duo - Oliver Cox & Owen Gunnell. www.concertsinthewest.org
www.londonhandelfestival.org.

Chard Camera Club
Special Subject Train[s] for which there is a both a "Slide" & "Print" Competition. There are also "Open" Competitions for "Slides" & "Prints". 7.30pm, Baptist Church, Holyrood Street, Chard. The 2007-2008 End of Year Winning Prints will be on display in Chard Library from 3 - 17 May. Further information from the Membership Secretary Peter Partridge on 01460 66885. New Members welcome.

Wildlife of the Falkland Islands Talk to Crewkerne RSPB Local Group by Jackie Garner at The Henhayes Centre, South Street car park, Crewkerne. 7.30pm. Everyone welcome.
Tel: 01460 240740.

Dorset NCCPG 7.30pm Kingston Maurward College, nr Dorchester. Rosie Hardy, Nursery woman of Hardys' Cottage Plants will give an illustrated talk -'Late Flowering Spring Herbaceous Perennials'. Visitors very welcome.
Contact Janet Johnson 01305 848224.

Bridport and District Gardening Club 7.30pm WI Hall, North Street, Bridport. 'Blueberries and Cranberries; by Jennifer Trehane of Dorset Blueberry Co.

Thursday 17 - Friday18
Totem Pole Carving
Spending time working in the woodland workshop is very relaxing, satisfying and fun for all levels of experience. Learn the ancient craft of green (unseasoned) wood working under the tuition of Guy Mallinson and various specialist co-presenters. Use of very high quality tools, materials and delicious lunches are included and you should expect to go away with the fruits of your labours to show friends and family. Mangerton House, Mangerton Bridport. 01308 485111. www.mallinson.co.uk.

Friday 18
Concerts in the West Programme 8pm Meeting House Arts Centre, Ilminster. www.concertsinthewest.org. www.londonhandelfestival.org.
Tim Laycock presents 'Year Clock' 7:30pm Broadoak Village Hall 07929 543534. A dramatic and musical celebration of the life and poetry of William Barnes from Dorset's own Tim Laycock. Why did a highly educated C19th teacher and parson choose to write poetry in a dialect few people could read? What does the erosion of dialect and accent tell us about ourselves? In this fully dramatised piece, with wonderful musical accompaniment from fiddle player, Colin Thompson, Tim brings his considerable acting skills to bear on a story which will both delight enthusiasts and introduce a new audience to the life and poetry of Barnes.

Charterhouse Auctions
Monthly antiques auctions. Viewing Wednesday from 10am to 4pm and Thursday from 10am to 7pm. Sales start on Friday at 10am, with viewing from 8.30am to 10.45am. 01935 812277. www.charterhouse-auctions.co.uk.

Deeply Purple tribute band 7.45pm Marine Theatre, Lyme Regis. 01297 442138. www.marinetheatre.com

East Devon Ramblers Walk Leisurely Friday morning walk. From Colyton CP (SY246940). 5 miles. Starts 10am.
Please confirm details with organiser on 01395 515274.

Body Beautiful - Natural herbal skin care. Come and enjoy a day making your own skin care products using natural, plant based ingredients such as cocoa butter, shea butter, herbal extracts, and essential oils. Learn how to make Bath Melts, Massage Bars, Body Scrub and Herbal Shampoo Bars. There is a choice of ingredients to suit your own requirements. No experience necessary. A detailed hand-out will be yours to take home containing all the recipes and information about the raw materials used. Tutor; Victoria Wright, Healing Herbs The Old Kennels, Stentwood, Dunkeswell. 01823 681138.

Saturday 19
South and West Wilts Point to Point First race 2pm, Larkhill, nr Amesbury. Secretary Mrs G Parfitt. 01747 825149.

South Somerset Peace Group Peace Vigil, Chard, Holyrood Street. 11-12 noon.
Dorset's Links with Art Nouveau one day study course. to book please contact Dorchester AE Centre, 01305 251040.

Psychic Awareness Workshops for all ability levels. 10am - 4 pm, in Rainbows End, Branscombe 07900 824089.

Sale of Local Books, pamphlets, prints etc. Axminster, Seaton, Lyme Regis and the surrounding villages. Some scarce items by Pulman, Davidson and Wanklyn.
Cricket Pavilion, Kilmington. 11.00am - 3.00pm. Tel:--01297 32921.

Permaculture comes to Ottery presentec by Phil Portman. Phil who recently featured in Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall's Chicken Out programme on Channel 4. He explains Permaculture as 'a practical approach to growing food, building houses and creating communities that uses resources in a sustainable way, working with nature instead of against it. For some people it is just a better way of growing vegetables, while for others it is a way of life'. 10am - 4pm. Please contact Ian on 01404 812213 or email otterypermaculture@googlemail.com.

Bride Valley Ladies Choir and Friends Concert 7.30pm, Bridport United Church. In aid of Dorset Air Ambulance and Church Funds. Programme will consist of 19th & 20th century choral music, including the Requium and Cantique de Racine by Gabriel Faure. Tickets on the door or from Caryl Jenkins 01308 421629.

Fossil Hunting Walks at Charouth Heritage Coast Centre. 11am.

Waking the Witch The Farewell Tour. The Yorkshire-based foursome of Patsy Matheson, Jools Parker, Becky Mills and Rachel Goodwin. 8pm. The David Hall. South Petherton. 01460 240340. e-mail: info@thedavidhall.org.uk.

Moveable Feast presented by BAND-ON.co.uk. 8pm at Evershot Village Hall. A lively mix of roots rhythms from all over the world - folk, latin, reggae, ska, gypsy, klezmer, jive, country, cajun and blues.

Dance Ballroom, Latin & some Sequence Uplyme Village Hall
8pm - 11pm. In aid of Hall funds.

Bluesnights at Dorchester Arts Centre
A season of five bluesnights at Dorchester Arts Centre. Doors and bar open at 7.30pm. Performances starts at 8pm. Dorchester Arts Centre, The Grove, Dorchester. 01305 266926. www.dorchesterarts.org.uk.

Family Workshop - Make your own Ancient Game Games have been around for thousands of years. Come along to this workshop and see which of the ancient games you would like to make and play. 10am - 12pm. No booking required. Dorset County Museum, High West Street, Dorchester. 01305 262735. http://www.dorsetcountymuseum.org.
Sherborne Monthly Book Fair New, second-hand and antiquarian books for sale, also magazines, prints, postcards and ephemera. Open 9.30am - 4pm. Church Hall, Digby Road, Sherborne. 01803 613356.

Romney Event: Lady Roberts of the Royal Library - Reception and Talk The Honourable Lady Roberts, Custodian of the Royal Library at Windsor Castle, will talk about the Library. Starts 7:30pm. A 'Romney appeal' fundraising event at the County Musuem to raise funds to purchase three portraits by George Romney, one of the key figures in 18th century British art and a contemporary of Joshua Reynolds and Thomas Gainsborough. Dorset County Museum, High West Street, Dorchester. 01305 262735. www.dorsetcountymuseum.org.

Bridport Town Hall - a tour with Elizabeth Gale of Fra Newbery's murals A chance to find out more about the history of the Town Hall and Fra H. Newbery's murals in the Council Chamber. Bridport Town Hall, Bridport. 01308 458703.

Workshop at Highway Farm: Felt Making and Nuno Scarves Tutor Dennie Rose. Felting making is fun! Be guided by Dennie and you'll be amazed at what you can make! Highway Farm West Road Bridport. 01308 424321.
www.highwayfarm.co.uk

Table Top Sale and Coffee Morning Poundbury To raise funds for the Poundbury Summer Ceilidh. All tables in covered area beneath hall must be booked in advance. Starts 10am. Brownsword Hall, Pummery Square, Poundbury.
John Kirkpatrick and Roy Bailey folk music and song. 8pm. Marine Theatre, Lyme Regis. 01297 442138. www.marinetheatre.com.

Sunday 20
Seavington Point to Point meeting includes pony racing. First race 2pm, Little Windsor, nr Beaminster. Secretary Mr G Rendell. 01308 868332.

East Devon Ramblers Walk A final look at the Napoli. From Salcombe Hill NT CP (SY139882). 7 miles. Starts 10.30 am. Bring a picnic. Please confirm details with organiser on 01395 513974.

Quay to Quay Car Rally Outer marshalling Area, Pavilion Theatre Pay and Display Car Park. The largest classic vehicle event each year arriving in Weymouth. There will be 150 vehicles comprising cars, lorries and buses dating from the 1920's to 1970's. This year the event is being held on "Drive it Day", which is a designated day on which owners of old vehicles are encouraged to bring them out on mass. Contact Weymouth TIC.
Craft Fair Branscombe Village Hall. 10am-5pm. Refreshments available. Enquiries to Jean & Wendy Clarke 01395 568815.

Memory Lane Swing Band Dorset based community big band. 3pm, Marine Theatre, Lyme Regis. 01297 442138. www.marinetheatre.com.
Psychic Awareness Workshops for all ability levels. 10am - 4 pm, in Rainbows End, Branscombe 07900 824089.

Specialist Plant Sale
Around 27 specialist plant stands. Proceeds in aid of Cancer Research. Mapperton, Nr. Beaminster. 01935 421389.

Springtime spectacles: an introduction to wildlife watching at Lodmoor 9 am-11 am Booking essential on 01305 778313. Look out for new arrivals; possibly see martins, wheatears and maybe some rarities. Learn more about getting the best out of wildlife watching, binocular hire available (please ring reserve). Meet at the main reserve entrance off the A353 Preston Beach Road, Weymouth, Dorset.

Great Dorset Beach Clean Meet at the Chesil Beach Centre, 10 - 12pm
Come and help clean up this beautiful area of Chesil Beach. Although rubbish is continually being collected help is needed to rid the Chesil Beach shorelines and surrounding area of debris left by winds and tides. there will be a marshal to provide instructions and bags. Please bring gloves and wear stout foot wear. For further information please contact the Chesil Beach Centre. Portland Beach Road, Portland, Dorset. DT4 9XE. Tel: 01305 760579. www.chesilbeach.org

Fossil Hunting Walks at Charouth Heritage Coast Centre. 11.30am.

Monday 21
Golden Cap Flower Club present 'Flora Maestro Please' by NAFAS Demonstrator Mrs Irene Hickson, at 2.15pm at the Village Hall, Wesley Close, Charmouth. Visitors Welcome.

Tuesday 22
South Somerset Peace Group are holding a public meeting entitled "Iran - Threat Or Threatened ?" The speaker will be Jamshid Ahmadi, Assistant General Secretary of the
Committee for the Defence of the Iranian People's Rights whose main aim is to provide truthful and unbiased information and analysis about the reality of life in Iran. 7.30pm. The Minster Rooms, Ilminster. All welcome. The Palestine/Israel group will meet at 6.30 pm.

Antiques Fair 9am-4pm Marine Theatre, Lyme Regis. 01297 442138. www.marinetheatre.com.

Wednesday 23
Woodland Flowers with Jim White. 2.15pm. Kingcombe Centre, Toller Porcorum, Dorchester. 01300 320684. www.kingcombecentre.org.uk.

Uplyme and Lyme Regis Horticultural Society coach outing to Bicton Arboretum with Axminster Horticultural Society.

Stone Making with Jonno Farey. Learn the skill of repairing and building traditional stonewalls, using a variety of different styles, techniques and mortars. 10am - 3.30pm. The Magdalen Project, Magdalen Farm, Winsham, 01460 30144.
www.themagdalenproject.org.uk.

'The Land' with Tim Laycock and Sonia Ritte Broadwindsor Comrades Hall, 7.30pm. Artsreach presentation. A vivid and passionate tale of the English countryside through the changing seasons, enriched by music and song. Reservations, Nigel Budden 01308 868 582 or Denny Hughes 01308 868 946.

Explore Your Energy Body - second in a series of evening workshops, focusing on sacral chakra. 7.00pm. Contact Linda on 01297 33075.

Sherborne Science Cafe
Monthly café, starts 7.30pm. Dennis Alexander: Flu expert from DEFRA. Sherborne House, Newland, Sherborne. 01935 815052. www.sherbornesciencecafe.co.uk.

Treacle Eater North West Clog Dance team
will dance on St George's Day at the Fleur de Lis, Stoke-sub-Hamdon with Babylon Morris. 7.30 - 9.30 pm. Contact the Secretary 01460 72162,

Thursday 24
The Sunray Folk Club, Pete Castle. Broadmayne Village Hall, Contact Bob Kirkpatrick 07786 654 074. www.bobkirkpatrick.co.uk/sunrayfolkclub.htm.
Eckhart Tolle. The Power of Now. Local Study Group. Telephone 01297 23607 for location and time. An alternative date, if 24th isn't possible, is 8th May.

Robert Ince popular comedian. 9pm, Dorchester Arts Centre, School Lane, The Grove, Dorchester. 01305 266926.

East Devon AONB Parishscapes Woodbury Walk - bringing the past to life. 2-4pm, Woodbury Castle. The Iron Age hill fort is part of the network of forts extending across Devon and Dorset. Take your first steps to becoming a landscpe detective with Phil Planel and local expert Henrietta Quinnell. Bookings 01404 46663.

Julie Dunn trio, with John Horler and Tony Coe. Sherborne Boys School Powell Theatre. www.juliedunn.co.uk. 01935 471774, or 07946 528476.

Fra Newbery and the Bridport School of Art by Fiona Tamplin Few people know much about the Bridport School of Art, nor the formative influence it had on the later career of Francis Henry Newbery. This talk, by local historian Fiona Taplin, aims to fill that gap by looking at Fra Newbery's early life in Bridport, his school years at the Bridport Boys' General School, where he was encouraged by the charismatic headmaster, John Beard, to attend art classes at the Bridport School of Art just across East Street, in the Scientific and Literary Institute. His teaching career also began in Bridport, first as a pupil teacher at his former school, and later as an art master at the Bridport School of Art, before leaving for London and ultimately fame at the Glasgow School of Art.
This is a free talk starting at 2.30pm. Bridport Arts Centre Cafe, South St, Bridport. 01308 458703. www.franewbery.co.uk/events.htm.

From Fleece to Fabric - an introduction to spinning and weaving with Tony Smith. What processes has your favourite jumper it been through? Learn how to select and prepare the fleece to carding, using natural dyes and basic spinning. Continue your introduction to this fascinating craft by preparing a warp, setting up a loom and finally starting how to weave. 10.00am - 3.30pm. The Magdalen Project, Magdalen Farm, Winsham, 01460 30144.
www.themagdalenproject.org.uk,

Beginners Bread Making with Tracey Smith, BBC broadcaster & Downshifting expert
Tracey will take the fear out of bread making and teach you all you need to know about basic bread making plus a more exotic recipe. 10am - 3.30pm The Magdalen Project, Magdalen Farm, Winsham, 01460 30144.
www.themagdalenproject.org.uk,

The Dorset Collection at Lesley Waters Cookery School features Lesley's favourite dishes celebrating the very best of local Dorset produce. A collection of modern, stylish dishes is presented in Lesley's own unique style and all accompanied by wine recommendations, champagne and a three-course lunch. See website for booking information and availability. Chantmarle Manor, Frome St Quintin, www.lesleywaters.com.

Thursday 24 - Friday 25
Carving A Wooden Bowl
Spending time working in the woodland workshop is very relaxing, satisfying and fun for all levels of experience. Learn the ancient craft of green (unseasoned) wood working under the tuition of Guy Mallinson and various specialist co-presenters. Use of very high quality tools, materials and delicious lunches are included and you should expect to go away with the fruits of your labours to show friends and family. Mangerton House, Mangerton Bridport. 01308 485111. www.mallinson.co.uk.

Friday 25
Lyme BayPhotographic Club Slide Show by Ken Ayres. 7.30pm Woodmead Hall, Lyme Regis. Contact Programme Secretary Ian Bolton on 01297 442288.
East Devon Ramblers Walk Leisurely Friday morning walk. From The Tuckers Arms, Dalwood (ST248005). 5 miles. Starts 10.00 am.
Please confirm details with organiser on 01404 549390.

Bird watching at Colyford Common Local Nature Reserve. Join EDDC's Education Ranger in the bird hide between 9.00 and 12.00. Access from Seaton Road. Enquiries 01395 517557.
Julie Dunn trio, with John Horler and Tony Coe. The Meeting House Arts Centre, Ilminster. www.juliedunn.co.uk. 01935 471774, or 07946 528476.

Quiz Night and Ploughman's Supper with Roland Sanders Fund Raising event in aid of Ottery Parish Church Flower Festival at the Institute, Yonder Street. 7pm. Tickets available from Ottery St Mary TIC.

Barry Norman's Favourite Films 8pm, An evening of clips and chat from one of Britain's favourite film reviewers. Marine Theatre, Lyme Regis. 01297 442138.www.marinetheatre.com

Broadmayne Market 2 -3.30, St Martin's Community Hall Broadmayne, (next to the Church) Raffle, craft, plants, books, Jigsaws Cards, local trout, sausages & eggs, cakes and preserves and a chance to sit and chat with a cup of tea or coffee. All proceeds for St Martin's Community Hall. For further information please contact Sylvia Dooley 01305 852886.

The Dorset Collection at Lesley Waters Cookery School features Lesley's favourite dishes celebrating the very best of local Dorset produce. A collection of modern, stylish dishes is presented in Lesley's own unique style and all accompanied by wine recommendations, champagne and a three-course lunch. See website for booking information and availability. Chantmarle Manor, Frome St Quintin, www.lesleywaters.com.

Pop Club Fundraiser with The Daze DAC's Saturday Morning pop Club present an evening of live music showcasing their Spring term songs, a raffle and a performance by young Dorchester band The Daze. Starts 8pm, doors open 7.30pm. Dorchester Arts Centre, The Grove, Dorchester.
01305 266926. www.dorchesterarts.org.uk.

Quiz Night Poundbury
Hosted by font of (almost) all knowledge, Chris Bevan. Tickets or on the door. Coffee and biscuits included. Bring your own drinks and nibbles. Starts 7.30pm.. Brownsword Hall, Pummery Square, Poundbutry.

Julian Fellowes - "The Young Victoria" An evening with Oscar winning actor, producer, writer Julian Fellowes.
Starts 7.30pm, doors open 6.45pm. Big Schoolroom, Sherborne School. In aid of the Children's Society. Tickets available from Sherborne Tourist Information Centre.
01935 815341.

Friday25 -Sun 27
Beer Blues & Roots Festival Fri 25 Bib & Marten Red Jackson, -12pm The Mariners Hall. Sat 26 Tim Royce 1.30 The Anchor, Pete Hughes & Sugarbeet, Motel 6, 9-12pm The Mariners Hall. Sun 27 All Comers Jam & Interplay, 1pm The Social Club. 01494 511886 or www.steppinout.info.

25 ­ 27 April
Wild Food ­ weekend course with Clio A weekend of foraging in the wilds of Dorset. You'll learn to identify plants, share recipes and learn about preparation and preserving methods. Monkton Wyld Court, Holistic Education Centre,
Monkton Wyld. 01297 560342. www.monktonwyldcourt.org.

Saturday 26
Walk at Ferrybridge Take in the history, habitats and beach formation of Chesil and the Fleet at Ferrybridge. 2pm. Chesil Beach Centre, Portland Beach Road, Portland. 01305 760579. www.chesilbeach.org.

An Evening of Song and Opera with Opera Artists. Dorset resident and internationally-known soprano, Virginia King brings her newly formed group of artists to St Peter's Church, Eype with pianist Arwel Treharne Morgan and mezzo Barbara Kelly. Programme includes duets from Bellini's Norma, Puccini's Madame Butterfly and Mozart's Cosi fan tute. Eype Centre for the Arts. 7.30pm. Tickets from Bridport TIC, South St, Telephone bookings from 01308 424901.

Dorchester & Weymouth Beekeepers' Association Auction of equipment, Nordale Farm, Broadmayne, Dorchester.
10 am sellers; 2pm start
Contact: Christopher Donaghy 01305 852317 or Victor Smith 01258 860208.

The Mill Singers Age Concern Dorchester is presenting a concert by this highly talented, versatile and acclaimed male voice choir from North Dorset, under the musical direction of Peter Lattimer, at 7.30 p.m. in St Mary's Church, Edward Road, Dorchester. Tickets will be on sale at Age Concern Dorchester, Rowan Cottage, Prince of Wales Road, Dorchester DT1 1PW in April, or may be purchased at the door.

Sherborne Jazz Club
at the White Hart Inn, Bishops Caundle, Near Sherborne, Dorset DT9 5ND. Doors open at 7.30pm. Tickets on the door. Call the White Hart on 01963 - 23301 for details. Adam Bishop Quartet. http://www.myspace.com/bishwan.

Megson The combined talents of northerners Stu Hanna and Debbie Palmer make the upcoming duo, Megson. With a debut album, On the Side, under their belts and a self-titled EP, they are fast making waves amongst the British folk/roots scene with their captivating songs, poignant lyrics, beautiful harmonies and impeccable musicianship.
8pm. The David Hall. South Petherton. 01460 240340. e-mail: info@thedavidhall.org.uk.
Parishscapes Conference 'Reading between the lines- Mapping landscape change in East Devon'. Talks on local history, water-power in East Devon, historical resources available to you and using newly available digital tithe maps. 10am-4pm. Norman Lockyer Observatory, Sidmouth. Call Phil Planel 01404 46663 or download form from www.eastdevonaonb.org.uk
Pongs, Kongs, Winds, Dragons and Flowers

Learn to Play Mah-Jong St John Ambulance a one-day Mah-Jong Workshop.10am until 3.30pm at their County Headquarters at Bridport Road, Poundbury, Dorchester. Instruction and demonstrations will take place in the morning & the afternoon will
provide the opportunity to perfect your game - under the watchful eyes of your teacher! To book your place or for further details please call Judith or Anne Marie on 01305 751167.
Sherborne Saturday Antiques & Flea Market
Open 9am - 4pm, Church Hall Digby Road, Sherborne . 01963 250108.

125th anniversary of Westham's development A celebration of Westham's History, community play and much more. Contact Julie Hursthouse Tel: 01305 838000.

Fossil Hunting Walks at Charouth Heritage Coast Centre. 2.00pm.

Kokoro The contemporary music ensemble of the Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra. Starts at 7.30pm. Bridport Arts Centre, South St, Bridport. 01308 424204.

Saturday 26 - Sunday 27
Art and craft exhibition Upwey Village Hall (next to the Wishing Well Cafe). 10am to 5pm. Contact 01202 252219.

Sunday 27
Sunray Folk Club Pete Castle 8.15pm, at Broadmayne Village Hall. Contact Bob Kirkpartrick. 07786 654 074.

Birdsong in Otterford Walks with Blackdown Hills AONB A wonderful opportunity to listen to spring birdsong in the woodland. Ornithologist Donald Campbell will be on hand to help identify different birds and their calls. 10am, meet at Car Park. Contact AONB office 01823 680681.

Dorchester LETSystem - old-fashioned barter system Local Exchange Trading Sysetem AGM 12.00; Lunch to share 12.30; Talks for all 2-4pm. Come and meet current members & collect Information Pack. Contact: Katy Murrell 01305 262253 or Jenny Eddison 01305 889782.

The Lady of Burma 7pm. Marine Theatre, Lyme Regis. 01297 442138. www.marinetheatre.com.

Garston Wood open day and dawn chorus walk Walk at 5 am. Open Day 10 am-4 pm. Breakfast can be ordered by phoning Mrs Bennett 01722 790595. Meet at Garston Wood car park, for directions contact Arne on 01929 553360.

Specialist Plant Sale
In aid of Help the Aged. Also the walled garden will be open and there will be coffee, lunch and teas available. Herringston House, Nr. Dorchester. 01935 421389.

Animal Encounters
Kingston Maurward Gardens, near Dorchester, are set deep in Hardy's Dorset and are listed on the English Heritage register of gardens. 01305 215003. www.kmc.ac.uk/gardens/events.htm.

Golden Cap Centre of the National Trust A lecture: The Hisotry of Ancient Woodlands by David Hawksbey at 7.30pm, in Bridport United Church Main Hall. Non members welcome. For information 01297 489116.

Butterflies and Bluebells. 10am-1pm Bolshayne Farm & Cottshayne Wood. A look at traditional management of SSSI water meadow and regeneration of woodland during a walk led by Christina Bows. Meet at rail car park in Colyton to arrange car share. Bring picnic if you wish to stay for lunch in wood. Organised by East Devon DWT Local Group. Contact Christina Bows 01297 23822.

Fossil Hunting Walks at Charouth Heritage Coast Centre. 2.30pm.

Monday 28
Golden Cap Centre of the National Trust Lecture 'The History of Ancient Woodlands' by David Hawksbey at 7.30pm, Bridport United Church, Main Hall. Non members welcome. 01297 489116.

Willow Work for the Garden with tutor Norah Kennedy. 10am-4pm, Kingcombe Centre, Toller Porcorum, Dorchester. 01300 320684.

Tuesday 29
Beaminster & District Camera Club 'Sri Lanka' an evening with Jenny Wallis (slides). 7.30pm The Strode Room, Church Street, Beaminster. Contact Hon. Secretary Harry Worthington 01308 862453. Visitors welcome.

Antiques Fair 9am-4pm. Marine Theatre, Lyme Regis. 01297 442138. www.marinetheatre.com.

Glories of the East at Abbotsbury with Roy Lancaster - Abbotsbury Sub Tropical Gardens. An informal garden tour looking at many of the rare and choice flowering trees and shrubs of the new season many of which originate from the East, led by TV and Radio Gardener Roy Lancaster. www.abbotsbury-tourism.co.uk.

Bridport Town Hall - a tour with Elizabeth Gale of Fra Newbery's murals A chance to find out more about the history of the Town Hall and Fra H. Newbery's murals in the Council Chamber. 2.30pm. No need to book. Bridport Town Hall. 01308 458703.

Wednesady 30
Explore Your Energy Body workshop focusing on solar plexus chakra. 7pm. Contact Linda on 01297 33075.

Lichens of Hedgerow & Woodland 2.15pm at the
Kingcombe Centre, Toller Porcorum, Dorchester. 01300 320684. www.kingcombecentre.org.uk.

East Devon Ramblers Walk Around Colyton to Shute. From Road Green, Colyton (SY245942). 9 miles. Starts 10.30 am. Bring a picnic. Please confirm details with organiser on 01395 519002.

Sherborne Golf Club
Charity Golf day for teams of 4., Clatcombe, Sherborne. 01305 871050.
www.lifeeducationdorset.org.uk.

Bridport Camera Club Meeting 7.30pm. New members always welcome. The Salt House, Fisherman's Green, West Bay, Bridport. 01308 459443. www.bridportcameraclub.co.uk.
The Two Noble Kinsmen by Cygnet Company 7.30pm Marine Theatre, Lyme Regis. 01297 442138.

Wednesday 30 April -2 May
Create A Green Wood Foot Stool Learn the ancient craft of green (unseasoned) wood working with Guy Mallinson and other specialists. Mangerton House Mangerton Bridport. 01308 485111.

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