in and around the area
what’s on
this month 17-18 February 7.30pm and 2pm
Christchurch Scout and Guide Gang Show returns to the Regent Centre for their traditional blend of slapstick humour, songs, dances and sketches. With songs from Ralph Reader CBE, a unique version of ‘Jack and the Beanstalk’, comedy sketches and a tribute to Eric and Ernie. Musical numbers from the hit West End musicals ‘Wicked’ and ‘Grease’, plus a few surprises along the way. Tickets: £10, children £7.
18 February
Dorset Theatre-Goers Club trip to see the Miser at the Theatre Royal, Bath. More details from Lynda Maidment on 01305 269892 or see website www. dorsettheatregoersclub.co.uk.
18-21 February
Family Festival at Forest Arts Centre, New Milton including two daytime theatre shows called ‘Beginnings’ and ‘Pop’ and Puppet Making Workshop. More details from the Centre on 01425 612393 or at: forest.arts.co.uk
18-25 February
Children’s decorated paper hearts for half term. All day at Fordingbridge library.
21 February
Swing jazz with the Bernie Farrenden quartet at the Amberwood Inn, Walkford, Highcliffe Tel: 01425 272627 for more details.
21 February 7.30pm
Bournemouth Electronic Organ Society presents concert of popular music by David Thomas at Queen Elizabeth’s School, Wimborne. Visitors welcome. £5 payable at door. Details 01202 895254.
21 February 7.30pm
Bournemouth and Beyond Discovery Group talk with Michael Rowland on ‘Bournemouth Gardens’. Meeting at St Andrew’s Church Hall, St Stevens Road, Bournemouth, BH2 6JJ. Visitors welcome £3. For more details go to www.bournemouthandbeyond.co.uk
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VIEWPOINT February 2017
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22 February 7.30pm
Verwood Keyboard Society concert with Chris Powell on Roland Atelier keyboard in the Hub theatre. Tickets £10 on the door. Further information from Janetta, 01202 822936 or Organfax website.
23 February 7.30pm
Jazz at the Meeting House, Meeting House Lane, Ringwood with the Memphis Jazzmen, run in conjunction with Julia’s House. All proceeds from the raffle will go to Julia’s House. Admission £7. Free car parking after 6pm in the Furlong car park opposite.
24 February 7.45pm
Wimborne Movie Makers at green clubhouse next to the Allendale Centre. Photographer John Lewis talks on how he started. Contact Garry Court on 01202 378515.
2 March 7.30pm
Verwood Horticultural Society meeting at Memorial Hall. ‘The Hidden Gardens of London’ by Bob Ayres 01202 814376
2 March
Dorset Theatre-Goers’ Club trip to see ‘The Play That Goes Wrong’ at the Playhouse in Salisbury. More details from Lynda Maidment on 01305 269892 or visit their website www. dorsettheatregoersclub.co.uk.
3 March 7.30pm
‘Murder by Gaslight’ - a ghoulish audience with two of the most infamous poisoners in British history – William Palmer and Harvey Crippen. Tickets £12.50. At Highcliffe Castle, Rothesay Drive, Highcliffe, BH23 4LE or tel 01425 278807. www.highcliffecastle.co.uk
3 March
Bournemouth Orchid Society spring fair and show, Allendale Centre, Wimborne. Entry £3, accompanying children free. Details: 07712 479056
Cllr David Shortell, chairman of East Dorset District Council is holding a Charity Gala Dinner at Dudsbury Golf Club. Tickets are priced at £35 per head for 3-course dinner with disco by Mike Light. Please register your interest by contacting Cllr Shortell on 01202 870476. (Book by 14 February)
27 February 2.30pm
7 March 7.30pm
25 February 12 noon–4.30pm
East Dorset National Trust meets at West Moors Memorial Hall to hear Shirley Critchley’s talk on ‘A Saga of Sunken Secrets’ about the heroic efforts in World War I of the late Lord Montagu of Beaulieu. Non-members are welcome. The website for further information is eastdorsetnt@btinternet.com
28 February 11am
Pancake race starts at Wimborne Minster. All competitors should report by 10.30am with frying pan and ready cooked pancake. Entry forms available in the Minster or Church House (Parish Office) or just turn up on the day. Adult’s, children’s and possible wheelchair races. Details: Mike Downton, Member, Organising Committee 01202 888541
‘Smuggling in Christchurch’ talk by Mike Andrews with the Bournemouth and Beyond Discovery Group. Meeting at St Andrew’s Church Hall, St Stevens Road, Bournemouth, BH2 6JJ. Visitors welcome £3. For more details go to www.bournemouthandbeyond.co.uk
9 March 2pm
Wimborne Horticultural Society ‘Hellebores’ by Mrs Diana Guy at Minster Room, Community Learning & Resource Centre, 41-44 King Street, Wimborne (new venue for this year). Admission members £1, non-members £3. Details: 01202 887006
10 March 7.30pm
Bourne2Sing Male Voice choir concert at The Hub, Verwood. For tickets telephone 01202 828740.
12 March 10.30am–4pm
Spring Wedding Show at Highcliffe Castle, Rothesay Drive, BH23 4LE. Adults £1 children under 16 and Season Ticket holders free. Fashion Show at 12.00pm. Details: 01425 278807.
13 March 2.30pm
‘Tips for the Show Bench’ by Gwynne Davies speaking at West Moors Horticultural Society at the Memorial Hall, Station Road, West Moors.
14 March 7.30pm
A talk about Portland by Stuart Morris with the Bournemouth and Beyond Discovery Group. Meeting at St Andrew’s Church Hall, St Stevens Road, Bournemouth, BH2 6JJ. Visitors welcome £3. For more details go to www.bournemouthandbeyond.co.uk
16 March 7.30pm
‘Bird songs & how to know them’- a talk with illustrations and audio by Richard Hesketh. At Christchurch Baptist Church Hall, Bargates, corner of Beaconsfield Road, Christchurch. £2 incl. coffee and biscuits. Bournemouth & Christchurch Group of Dorset Wildlife Trust
16 March 7.30–10pm
Verwood Traditional Jazz Club welcomes Pamela’s All Stars at St Leonards Hotel, near Ringwood. For more details or tickets, contact Janet 01202 873725 or Geoff 07798 721405
17-18 March
Wimborne Cider Festival at the Allendale Centre, Wimborne, with live music, BBQ and more. Tickets from the Allendale Centre or www.fuelledbycider.com
18 March 12–4pm
Verwood Horticultural Society spring show, Verwood Memorial Hall. The Falklands, Islands of Kings, Tyrants and Giants - Mike Read 01202 814376
21 March 10–12 noon
New Forest Disability at Fordingbridge Library. Free, impartial, disability related information and advice.