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Trinity Buoy Wharf Drawing Prize 2018
Exhibition hang at AUB curated by Violet M. McClean
22 November 2018 – 17 January 2019
TheGallery and Northwest Gallery, AUB
A touring exhibition presented in collaboration with Bath Spa University, supported by the Trinity Buoy Wharf Trust.
TheGallery, Arts University Bournemouth, Wallisdown, Poole
Today to Thu 17 Jan 2019
Christmas Afternoon Tea
Treat yourself to a Christmas Afternoon Tea for Two in Shire Hall café, in the lead up to Christmas.
Includes a glass of fizz, finger sandwiches, scones and an assortment of Christmas-inspired cakes and pastries.
£12.50 per person.
Booking essential 01305 261849.
Shire Hall Historic Courthouse Museum
High West Street
Dorchester
Today to Sun 23 Dec
Vintage White Christmas with The Mellor Sisters
www.themellorsisters.com
Come and feel the magic of Christmas with The Mellor Sisters, or as they have been nicknamed by Phil Crosby (Bing Crosby’s grandson, who the girls sing with) ’the real White Christmas Sisters!’ This top U.K.
The Cumberland Hotel - East Overcliff Drive - Bournemouth
Tue 11 Dec
KYLIE MINOGUE Christmas Party Tribute
www.kylieonshowtribute.uk
Especially for you..... As Pop Princess Kylie Minogue in the most authentic tribute show currently around.... KYLIE ON SHOW! You’ll be Spinning Around to The Locomotion with this fantastic tribute show! With LIVE backing vocalists and dancers The Minoguettes.
The Cumberland Hotel - East Overcliff Drive - Bournemouth
Wed 12 Dec
Keep Fit with Kelly
Fun Friendly Fitness Classes for men and women of all fitness levels. No membership or registration fees. No need to book, just turn up. Bring a drink, towel or mat and a smile!
Oakhurst First School
Wed 12 Dec
Elton John Christmas Tribute - Supported by Female Vocalist Jax Hall
www.elton-john-tribute.co.uk
We bring you Andy Crosbie the UK’s number 1 Elton John Tribute. He has a great voice, stage presence, and has taken his Elton John Tribute Show too many parts of the UK and abroad. His tribute is life like, with costume changes, amazing lighting and animation show.
The Ocean Beach Hotel & Spa
Thu 13 Dec
George Michael Christmas Party Tribute
Come and enjoy a fantastic night of music and entertainment with George Michael’s greatest hits including ‘Faith’, ‘Don’t Let the Sun (Go Down on Me)’, ‘Fast Love’ and many more classic Wham songs that you know and love!-
3 Course Silver Festive Dinner Menu with Mulled Wine on Arrival & Show £33.
The Best Western Hotel Royale 16 Gervis Road, Bournemouth
Fri 14 Dec
Winter lights at Corfe Castle
See the past in a magical light this Christmas at Corfe Castle. Take in the festive atmosphere with our braziers, beacons and contemporary lighting as you explore the castle grounds. Share your special memory or wish and place it on our wishing bridge. Check website for timings. Dogs on leads are welcome.
National Trust
The Square
Corfe Castle
Wareham
Fri 14 Dec to Sun 16 Dec, Fri 21 Dec to Sun 23 Dec, Fri 28 Dec to Sun 30 Dec
The Lord of Misrule
Dating back to medieval England, the "Lord of Misrule" tradition continued right through into the 17th-century. Join Corfe Castle’s very own 17th-century mischief-maker for stories and games as you journey through the castle ruins.
Corfe Catle, The Square, Corfe Castle, Wareham
Fri 14 Dec to Sun 16 Dec, Fri 21 Dec to Sun 23 Dec, Wed 26 Dec to Mon 31 Dec
Fireball - Fuelling The Fire Tour ft. Flogging Molly
Fireball - Fuelling The Fire Tour ft. Flogging Molly + Special Guests The Bronx + Face To Face + Lost In Stereo. Artists performing: Flogging Molly, Face to Face, Lost In Stereo, The Bronx.: Tickets avaiable.
O2 Academy Bournemouth, Bournemouth
Fri 14 Dec
Dorchester Country Market
A Community Market selling home made baked goods, bread, cakes and savoury bakes.
Local honey and home made preserves and pickles, local free range eggs.
Beautiful flowers, plants and in season, home grown vegetables.
Plus a huge range of high quality hand made craft items perfect for that original gift.
Corn Exchange, High East Street, Dorchester.
Fri 14 Dec
The Last Baguette - The Little Match Girl
London. Christmas Eve. The snow is falling and a little girl struggles fiercely through the cold.
Follow her throughout the day as she encounters the funny and zany characters of the vibrant city streets. In an attempt to stay warm she strikes a match.
Corfe Castle Village Hall 67 East Street Wareham
Sat 15 Dec
Sherborne Handmade Art & Craft Fair
A craft fair with stunning, original handmade items by artisans local to Dorset and Somerset
Tea room for charity
Digby Hall, Hound Street, Sherborne
Sat 15 Dec
Festive Wreath Workshop
Festive Wreath Workshop
Our Christmas wreath making course is the perfect way to spend a little time relaxing and learning a new skill before the lead up to the ‘big day’. Join a group event or gather a six of your friends together for a tailored workshop on a date to suit you all.
All Hallows Farmhouse, All Hallows
All Hallows
Sat 15 Dec
Get Crafty
Make your own natural Christmas decoration this Christmas when you visit Corfe Castle.
Corfe Castle, The Square, Corfe Castle, Wareham
Sat 15 Dec, Sun 16 Dec, Sat 22 Dec to Mon 24 Dec
Magical Christmas at Farmer Palmer’s Farm Park
Father Christmas is coming to Farmer Palmers! We’re super excited that the jolly gent is visiting us again this year! He’s made time in his busy schedule to meet all the girls and boys who come to visit the farm park on weekends during December!
Farmer Palmers Farm Park, Wareham Rd, Organford, Poole, Dorset
Sat 15 Dec, Sun 16 Dec, Sat 22 Dec, Sun 23 Dec
Canzonetta at Christmas
Sunday 16 December 3pm - Concert of seasonal songs, carols and readings given by this talented ensemble. This event is very popular so come along early to the delightful Saxon church of St. Martin’s-on-the-Walls. Mulled wine and mince pies! Free admission. Retiring collection.
St. Martin’s-on-the-Walls, North Street, Wareham 3pm
Sun 16 Dec
Festive ramble and carols
Lift your spirits with a wildlife wintery walk followed by carols in Brownsea’s island church. A Brownsea wildlife expert will introduce you to some of the island’s intriguing wildlife.
Brownsea Island, Poole Harbour, Poole
Tue 18 Dec, Thu 20 Dec
Nature Tots at RSPB Arne
Explorers wanted! Bug hunting, puddle splashing and an all-round adventure!
Nature Tots at RSPB Arne is an exciting nature group aimed at preschool children aged between 2 ½ and 5 years old. Join us as we head out on the reserve to discover what amazing creatures are living here.
RSPB Arne, near Wareham
Tue 18 Dec
Elvis Tribute Night - Followed by After Party Discotheque
Garry Foley as Elvis - www.elvisshow.co.uk
Having spent quite a few years in Musical Theatre, Garry had the opportunity to enter into the Tribute world and fulfilled a life-long ambition to entertain people by singing Elvis’ music and has since travelled the world doing so.
The Cumberland Hotel - East Overcliff Drive - Bournemouth
Wed 19 Dec
Elvis Tribute Night - Followed by After Party Discotheque
Garry Foley as Elvis - www.elvisshow.co.uk
Having spent quite a few years in Musical Theatre, Garry had the opportunity to enter into the Tribute world and fulfilled a life-long ambition to entertain people by singing Elvis’ music and has since travelled the world doing so.
The Cumberland Hotel - East Overcliff Drive - Bournemouth
Thu 20 Dec
ABBA Christmas Party Tribute - Supported by Female Vocalist Jax Hall
www.theshow-a-tribute-to-abba.com
Grab your platforms and flares for a journey back in time when ABBA dominated the charts featuring all the hit songs including, Dancing Queen, Mamma Mia, Take a Chance on Me, Fernando, Waterloo, S.O.S and many more, you’ll have it all in one fabulous and entertaining show.
The Ocean Beach Hotel & Spa
Thu 20 Dec
Festive movie night at Brewery Square
As part of a series of Christmas celebrations, Brewery Square, Dorchester, is hosting a movie night in the Square on Thursday, December 20, which will be accompanied by live music.
5pm – 5.30pm: The Snowman (1982)
5.30pm – 6.30pm: Freddie Jenkins is Michael Buble (tribute act)
6.
21 Weymouth Ave, Dorchester
Thu 20 Dec
Winter solstice at Corfe
A unique opportunity to watch the sun rise on the shortest day of the year from the castle’s ruins, then enjoy a hot drink and a breakfast roll in the Castle Tea Rooms, booking essential. Please be aware that weather can affect the timings of this event.
National Trust
The Square
Corfe Castle
Wareham
Fri 21 Dec
Kylie Minogue Christmas Party Tribute
www.kylieonshowtribute.uk
Especially for you..... As Pop Princess Kylie Minogue in the most authentic tribute show currently around.... KYLIE ON SHOW! You’ll be Spinning Around to The Locomotion with this fantastic tribute show! With LIVE backing vocalists and dancers The Minoguettes.
The Best Western Hotel Royale 16 Gervis Road, Bournemouth
Fri 21 Dec