May

Events And Courses

which includes a drink or an ice-cream. Felting Workshop at Ilminster Arts Centre, TA19 0AN. Transform wool into a wearable scarf, or make a 3D model of a bird or animal using special barbed needles and lots of stabbing! Most techniques can be taught in this workshop with experienced tutor Geraldine Field. Suitable for all levels from complete beginners to those returning. 10:00-15:00. Cost: £30. To book: 01460 54973. https:// www.ilminsterartscentre.com/workshops

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- 20 May

Philip Clouts (jazz piano) & Ron Phelan (bass) Known for his lively melodic compositions infused with world music, pianist Philip Clouts returns to Tincleton with exceptional double bass player Ron Phelan. The programme will include a couple of more meditative pieces composed recently, as well as jazz tunes by the likes of Cole Porter and Johnny Mercer. Pianist Philip Clouts was born in Cape Town, South Africa, and lived in London from an early age. Clouts was a founder member of worldbeat jazz band Zubop, with whom he composed music and played the piano, touring internationally and releasing five CDs. Performances included Ronnie Scott’s, Symphony Hall in Birmingham, and the Womad and Glastonbury Festivals. Ron Phelan studied bass in Dublin before moving to the UK. He has worked with some of the best musicians and performers in the country touring both nationally and internationally in projects ranging from jazz ensembles to large scale theatrical productions. He currently lives in the South West of England where he divides his time between performing and composing. Tincleton Gallery, The Old School House, Tincleton, nr Dorchester, DT2 8QR. Opening / performance times: doors open 19:30; concert starts 20:00. Admission fee: £15. 01305 848 909. http://www.tincletongallery.com

A Festival of the Environment A celebration of the rich habitats of the Parish of Colyton. A two day event at Colyton Town Hall-Market Place, Colyton.10 am---6pm Displays, Illustrated Talks, Refreshments. Programme of Talks closer to the event--contact Tel no.-01297/552316--colvalp@gmail.com

20 May

Elvis 56 – Memphis to Hollywood – Gateway Theatre, Seaton, LIVE Music, doors 7.30pm, show 8pm, tickets £16. Age 18+

Elvis 56, Memphis to Hollywood show is a unique, not to be missed show with a livee band. A tribute to the greatest singer and entertainer that ever lived. Tickets from 01297 625699, www. thegatewayseaton.co.uk or in person Tue - Thur 10am - 1pm. Plant Sale at Winsham’s Jubilee Hall. Doors open at 10.30am and there will be the usual array of veg, annuals a few perennials & shrubs and hopefully even the odd garden accessory so make sure you get there early to get first pick of all the goodies on offer. Once you’ve shopped you can enjoy a nice cup of tea, or coffee, and a slice of cake from the refreshments bar and compare notes with the other green fingered shoppers. For further detail ring Debbie on 01460 432815.

Barrington and District Gardening Society Annual Plant Sale, cake stall, refreshments available Barrington Village Hall 10am

More info: 01460 54691

Bridport & West Dorset Rambling Club 8 mile walk from

Roman Road. For further information please ring 01308 898484 or 01308 863340.

Human Stories Behind Human Rights 8pm, the Chapel in the Garden, Bridport, Rax Lane entrance, £10 (cash only). Continuing the exploration of the concept of freedom, our 57th Lecture on Everything looks for meanings within the human rights legal system. As the UK government heads for another clash with the European Court of Human Rights over flights to Rwanda, this talk looks at some of the fascinating human interest stories behind certain Court judgments and highlights the unpredictable journey for victims who rely on the Court for protection. Joanna Evans is an international human rights barrister and an expert in strategic litigation. Over the course of more than two decades of practice she has represented hundreds of victims in cases before the European Court of Human Rights. These have covered a wide range of subject areas including mass enforced disappearances and extra-judicial killings from Chechnya, violence against women and climate change activists.

21 May

The Occasional Singers ‘A Nightingale Sang’ A concert of songs about birds. The programme includes works written as long ago as 1539, through to romantic songs of Elgar and Holst and culminating in an exciting contemporary setting of the traditional nursery rhyme ‘Who killed Cock Robin?’ by Jonathan Dove. There will also be a chance to hum along to the well-loved ballad ‘A nightingale sang in Berkeley Square’. Entrance is free. The retiring collection will be in aid of Dorchester Poverty Action. Everyone is most welcome. 7.30pm St Mary’s Church, Edward Road, Dorchester DT1 2HL.

Axe Vale Orchestra invites you to an Afternoon Concert, starting at 3.30pm, in the Minster Church, Axminster. Conducted by Roger Swann and led by Jane Bultz, the programme starts with Roger Quilter’s delightful Children’s Overture. Young, local violinist, Elise Griffin, will then perform the popular Violin Concerto in G minor by Max Bruch and yet more melodies will follow in Franz Schubert’s glorious Unfinished Symphony. Tickets, from TicketSource, at £12, are available via www.axevaleorchestra.co.uk, students, free, or from The Archway Bookshop, Axminster.

Dance Connection, Movement Day Workshop, 11am-pm, Bridport St Mary’s CHH DT6 3NN, 07787752201, danceconnectionwessex@gmail.com

East Devon Ramblers. 10.30am. 8.5 mile leisurely walk. Fire Beacon and Tipton St John. Phone 01395-577651

22 May

Bridport Folk Dance Club If you like exercise, socialising and maybe learning something new, then come along to our dance sessions in the W.I.Hall on Monday evenings from 7.15-9.30pm. All Welcome, especially beginners. No partner required. Children welcome with their parent.. Occasional live music and alway a caller to lead the dancing. Musicians welcome. Tel 863552 or 459001 for more information.

Bridport Museum talk by Vincent Shepperd on “Living on a UNESCO Natural World Heritage site. What makes the Jurassic Coast so special?”, at Bridport Museum, South Street, at 5pm for

5.30. £5 from museum shop

The Wessex Morris Men will be performing at the Marquis of Lorne, Nettlecombe DT6 3SY at 7.30.pm. Later dancing at 8.30 at the New Inn, Shipton Gorge, DT6 4LT.

All welcome to join us for a drink a song or a tune afterwards. Winsham Art Club meet at 2 pm on Mondays twice a month at Jubilee Hall TA20 4HU. Tutor led 2.5 hr. sessions. Small friendly group of mixed abilities. Members £5, non-members £7. Annual membership £15. All welcome. Contact: Email: elfridevaughan@ gmail.com for details.

23 May

Scottish Country Dancing at Ashill villlage hall Nr Ilminster TA19 9LX every Tuesday evening 7.30 to 9.30 pm with break for refreshments. Please wear soft, flat comfy shoes if possible. £3.00 per evening. For further info contact Anita on 01460 929383, email anitaandjim22@gmail.com or visit our website ashillscd.wordpress. com.

Bridport & District U3A Monthly Meetings & Talks ‘The Role of Bridport’s Mayor’ by Ian Bark. 2pm at Bridport United Church Hall, East Street. The talk will start promptly at 2pm so please make sure that you take your seat a little beforehand so that there is no disturbance as the meeting starts. Ian will speak for about an hour, then there will be a Q&A session – please be kind enough to restrict questions to this time only. We will then break for refreshments. The talk is free to members and non-members will need to pay £2. If you would like more information about this U3A, the groups available, how to join, how to volunteer please refer to our website: “bridportu3a.org.uk”. If you would like more information about the role of the Mayor please see their blog.’

24 May

West Dorset Ramblers Cogden & Shipton, 10:00, 7.5 miles, contact Heather, 07798 732252.

Beginners Learn to Draw from Nature At the United Reformed Church Hall, Chard St, Axminster EX13 5EB 10 am until 12 noon ( the car park is opposite) This is a class for those who would like to learn the basics of learning to draw from nature: seeing and drawing, trying different materials and making bold marks. Students will make their own sketchbook. Bring some drawing paper and ALL other materials are supplied. Cost £16. To book contact : gina. youens@btinternet.com

Uplyme and Lyme Regis Horticultural Society talk on Making a Butterfly Garden by Martin Young, chair of Plant Heritage Dorset. Uplyme Village Hall 7.30pm; refreshments from 7pm. Members free, non-members £3. More information www.ulrhs.wordpress.com Scottish Country Dancing at 7.30 at Church House, South Street, Bridport, DT6 3NN. All welcome, no partner required but please wear soft shoes. First evening free, thereafter £2.00, which includes soft drinks, tea, coffee and biscuits. Contact: Malcolm on 07790 323343. Check out bridportscottishdancers for more information.

25 May

Help Our Planet 8. Community-based Coral Restoration in the Eastern Caribbean Dr Owen Day 7pm (Doors 6pm, bar and hot snacks available) Tickets £10 Under 21s £5. All ticket proceeds will be donated to The Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty Initiative. Extra donations can be given on the night. Dr Owen Day lives with his family near Bridport but his mind, much of his time and his cutting-edge science is spent protecting some of the most beautiful important and threatened coral reefs in the world.