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SUMMARY:Somerton Gardeners Club - Flower show
DESCRIPTION:Flower Show at the Edgar Hall – open from 2.30pm to view exhibits. Awards at 4pm\n \nFor more information contact somertgardenersclub@gmail.com
URL:http://www.somerton.co.uk/event/somerton-gardeners-club-flower-show/
LOCATION:Edgar Hall\, 8 Cary Court\, Somerton Business Park\,\, Somerton\, TA11 6SB\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Meet the Artists event to coincide with a new exhibition
DESCRIPTION:Meet the Artists event to coincide with a new exhibition\n \n  \n 
URL:http://www.somerton.co.uk/event/meet-the-artists-event-to-coincide-with-a-new-exhibition/
LOCATION:ACEarts\, The Old Town Hall\, Market Place\, Somerton\, Somerset\, TA11 7NB\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Somerton Town Council Planning Meeting (If required)
DESCRIPTION:Somerton Town Council Planning Meeting (If required\, please confirm meeting with Town Clerk) All members of the public and press are welcome. There is an opportunity on the agenda at the start of each meeting for public comment/questions during Electors Question Time
URL:http://www.somerton.co.uk/event/somerton-town-council-planning-meeting-if-required/2023-08-15/
LOCATION:Edgar Hall\, 8 Cary Court\, Somerton Business Park\,\, Somerton\, TA11 6SB\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Stich and Fabric Memory Panel Workshop – Celebrating Our Grandmothers with Alison Baxter
DESCRIPTION:You will be making a small-scale fabric panel using simple stitches and embroidery\, that evoke memories of our grandmothers or other ancestors. \n£50pp book online at acearts.co.uk or in the gallery shop The Old Town Hall\, Market Square\, Somerton\, TA11 7NB
URL:http://www.somerton.co.uk/event/stich-and-fabric-memory-panel-workshop-celebrating-our-grandmothers-with-alison-baxter/
LOCATION:ACEarts\, The Old Town Hall\, Market Place\, Somerton\, Somerset\, TA11 7NB\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230805T190000
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SUMMARY:The Wessex 10k - Running Comes to the Ancient Capital of Wessex
DESCRIPTION:The Wessex 10k – Running Comes to the Ancient Capital of Wessex \nA stunning summer evening multi terrain race \nStarting from Somerton Recreation Ground dropping down onto some of the most gorgeous scenery the Somerset Levels has to offer. Enjoy running on the old country droves before re-joining the road and heading back up to where you started. \nThis one is not to be missed! \nOh and the Sports Club bar will be open after the event\, an opportunity to catch up with your running buddies and compare your speeds and talk all things running over a\, well deserved\, cool pint of Somerset cider! \nFor more information phone:  01460 298338 or e-mail address info@racenationevents.com \nWewbsite www.wessex10k.com
URL:http://www.somerton.co.uk/event/the-wessex-10k/
LOCATION:Somerton Sports Field\, The Playing Field\, Gassons Lane\, Somerton\, Somerset\, TA11 6HS
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230805T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230805T130000
DTSTAMP:20260415T211819
CREATED:20230630T091659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230630T091659Z
UID:8843-1691233200-1691240400@www.somerton.co.uk
SUMMARY:Artist talk and Demonstration with artist Julia McKenzie
DESCRIPTION:Artist talk and Demonstration with artist Julia McKenzie
URL:http://www.somerton.co.uk/event/artist-talk-and-demonstration-with-artist-julia-mckenzie/
LOCATION:ACEarts\, The Old Town Hall\, Market Place\, Somerton\, Somerset\, TA11 7NB\, United Kingdom
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230803T172500
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SUMMARY:British Red Cross Theatre Trip to Bristol Hippodrome - 42nd Street
DESCRIPTION:British Red Cross Theatre Trip to Bristol Hippodrome.- 42nd Street. Cost £41.00/£51.00. For information phone Chris Cox 01458 273085 \nThe iconic song-and-dance spectacular featuring a hit parade of toe-tapping songs including “42nd Street”\, “We’re In The Money”\, “Lullaby of Broadway”and “I Only Have Eyes For You”..A timeless and inspiring showbiz fairy tale that combines breathtaking tap dance routines\, backstage intrigue\, classic romance and delightful comedy to dazzling effect. It’s simply irresistible
URL:http://www.somerton.co.uk/event/british-red-cross-theatre-trip-to-bristol-hippodrome-42nd-street/
LOCATION:Half Moon Car Park\, Half Moon Car Park\, Somerton\, TA11
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230729T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230729T123000
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CREATED:20230630T091108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230630T091108Z
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SUMMARY:Coffee morning and Meet the Artists
DESCRIPTION:Coffee morning and Meet the Artists event to coincide with the opening of two new exhibitions
URL:http://www.somerton.co.uk/event/coffee-morning-and-meet-the-artists/
LOCATION:ACEarts\, The Old Town Hall\, Market Place\, Somerton\, Somerset\, TA11 7NB\, United Kingdom
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230719T160000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230630T090854Z
UID:8835-1689764400-1689782400@www.somerton.co.uk
SUMMARY:Monoprint and stitch Portrait Workshop with Vivienne Beaumont
DESCRIPTION:Mono-printing portraits for stitch using the current exhibition as inspiration or to develop your own designs.  Experiment with dominant and non-dominant drawings for energetic\, bold responses. \nMorning – A4 portrait designs and printing methods. Afternoon – embellish with hand stitch. \n£50pp book online at acearts.co.uk or in the gallery shop The Old Town Hall\, Market Square\, Somerton\, TA11 7NB
URL:http://www.somerton.co.uk/event/monoprint-and-stitch-portrait-workshop-with-vivienne-beaumont/
LOCATION:ACEarts\, The Old Town Hall\, Market Place\, Somerton\, Somerset\, TA11 7NB\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230718T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230718T190000
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SUMMARY:Pollinator talk – How to Attract Garden Pollinators – illustrated talk and Q&A session with award winning author Jean Vernon
DESCRIPTION:Would you like to know how to support our precious pollinators?\nCome and join us for an evening with award winning writer and author Jean Vernon (aka Jeanie Bee).\nJean is on a mission to unravel\, demystify and explain the intricate balance of nature and to introduce everyone to the familiar and unfamiliar pollinators (especially bees) that live and breed in our gardens. This is a great chance to find out what to plant for pollinators and how to make small changes with big results in and around your garden to improve pollination and increase your fruit and veg harvest.\nPollinators are in trouble\, but our gardens can help. Gardens represent a vast\, varied ‘nature reserve’ packed with plants rich in nectar and pollen to sustain these delicate creatures. Learn about the role that pollinators play and how gardeners and people with gardens can do something to help attract and support them.\nFrom butterflies (and their caterpillars) to surprising pollinators (moths\, wasps\, beetles flies and hornets) and of course including honeybees\, hoverflies and bumblebees\, this talk will offer an insight into their fragile existence\, lifecycles and their vital role in the food chain and the natural cycle.\nTickets include refreshments\, an illustrated talk and a Q&A session.\nJean has written two books\, Attracting Garden Pollinators and The Secret Lives of Garden Bees\, signed copies of both books will be on sale at Ace Arts. \n£6pp book online at acearts.co.uk or in the gallery shop The Old Town Hall\, Market Square\, Somerton\, TA11 7NB
URL:http://www.somerton.co.uk/event/pollinator-talk-how-to-attract-garden-pollinators-illustrated-talk-and-qa-session-with-award-winning-author-jean-vernon/
LOCATION:ACEarts\, The Old Town Hall\, Market Place\, Somerton\, Somerset\, TA11 7NB\, United Kingdom
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230718
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UID:8855-1689552000-1689638399@www.somerton.co.uk
SUMMARY:Somerset Wildlife Trust - Hedgehog Heroes campaign
DESCRIPTION:Somerset Wildlife Trust has launched a Hedgehog Heroes campaign to help\, and provide homes for this increasingly threatened species. There were 30 million hedgehogs across the UK in the 1950s. Now there are just 900\,000. Many people in Somerset will never have seen one. Visit somersetwildlifetrust.co.uk and complete a form to receive a free information pack\, and to receive\, from August 1st three months of emails with news and advice. And from September 11-18 the Trust will be holding its first ever hedgehog count.
URL:http://www.somerton.co.uk/event/8855/2023-07-17/
LOCATION:Somerton\, Somerset\, TA11
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230716T180000
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SUMMARY:Somerton Community Day
DESCRIPTION:Somerton Community Day – FREE ENTRY \nAttractions include Climbing Wall\, Bouncy Castle\, Adult and Children Sumo\, Wrestling\, Garden Games\, Circus Workshop and Sows\, Inflatable Obstacle Course \nBBQ\, Pizza\, Cream Teas\,\, \nClassic Cars and Motorcycles\, \nVariety of Stalls\, \nCar Boot Sale \nNO DOGS ALLOWED \nSponsored by Somerton Town Council
URL:http://www.somerton.co.uk/event/somerton-community-day/
LOCATION:Somerton Sports Field\, The Playing Field\, Gassons Lane\, Somerton\, Somerset\, TA11 6HS
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230716T130000
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SUMMARY:Needlefelt and stitch British Bee workshop with Lydia Needle
DESCRIPTION:In this workshop you will learn the basics of needle felt using beautiful British Wool. We will look at the anatomy of bees and how it can be represented in wool and stitch. \nSuitable for complete beginners. \nPlease bring a small tin or container that you would like to work you bee into although Lydia will have a few spares for you to use. \n£30pp book online at acearts.co.uk or in the gallery shop The Old Town Hall\, Market Square\, Somerton\, TA11 7NB
URL:http://www.somerton.co.uk/event/needlefelt-and-stitch-british-bee-workshop-with-lydia-needle/
LOCATION:ACEarts\, The Old Town Hall\, Market Place\, Somerton\, Somerset\, TA11 7NB\, United Kingdom
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230716T140000
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CREATED:20230527T094602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230527T094630Z
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SUMMARY:Somerton Tennis Club's "Open House" event
DESCRIPTION:Somerton Tennis Club’s “Open House” event is running alongside the Community Day Event \nTry tennis for free this summer at Somerton Tennis Club’s “Open House” event” on 16 July\, from 10am to 2pm. Rackets and balls will be provided\, so whether you’ve never picked one up before\, or if you’re a seasoned regular – there is lot’s fun to be had. \nSessions on offer include:\nJunior Coaching: 10:00-11:00\nCardio Tennis: 11:00-12:00\nAdult Coaching: 12:00-13:00\nFree Play: 13:00-14:00
URL:http://www.somerton.co.uk/event/somerton-tennis-clubs-open-house-event/
LOCATION:Somerton Sports Club\, Gassons Lane\, Somerton\, Somerset\, TA11 6HS\, United Kingdom
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230715T130000
DTSTAMP:20260415T211819
CREATED:20230630T091529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230630T091529Z
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SUMMARY:Needlefelt and stitch Sheep workshop with Lydia Needle
DESCRIPTION:We will be working with British wool fibres for needle felting and slow stitching with vintage or reclaimed threads and materials. \n£50pp book online at acearts.co.uk or in the gallery shop The Old Town Hall\, Market Square\, Somerton\, TA11 7NB
URL:http://www.somerton.co.uk/event/needlefelt-and-stitch-sheep-workshop-with-lydia-needle/
LOCATION:ACEarts\, The Old Town Hall\, Market Place\, Somerton\, Somerset\, TA11 7NB\, United Kingdom
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230714T193000
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UID:8598-1689363000-1689363000@www.somerton.co.uk
SUMMARY:Jive Night – Part of the Somerton Music and Arts Festival
DESCRIPTION:Jive Night\n\nA full evening of Jive dancing with experienced jive teacher Roy Warry and the very popular local band Twisted Vinyl.\nJiving is a great way of meeting new people\, listening and dancing to a variety of music from across all eras. It’s not all fast and furious as some people think.\nArguably the most exciting live band currently performing on the South West circuit\, Twisted Vinyl won the prestigious ‘Let me entertain you’ competition in 2015 and were subsequently invited to perform on BBC Radio Somerset’s Christmas Celebration show\, as well as being invited to Abby 104 for Will Rooney’s Christmas special. Performing barnstorming covers of timeless songs ranging from the 50s to modern classics\, they have built up a worthy reputation.\nWith their fresh image and infectious enthusiasm\, these young local lads will jive your socks off! \nTicket prices:  Early Bird £8  |  Advance £9  |  On the Door £10 \n\nTickets for all events listed can be purchased online now (www.somertonartsfestival.co.uk)\, and will also be available to purchase from our new ticket office at The Stationery House in Somerton from 1st May.
URL:http://www.somerton.co.uk/event/jive-night-part-of-the-somerton-music-and-arts-festival-2/
LOCATION:Edgar Hall\, 8 Cary Court\, Somerton Business Park\,\, Somerton\, TA11 6SB\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230714T193000
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SUMMARY:Fiddleback at the White Hart – Part of the Somerton Music and Arts Festival
DESCRIPTION:Fiddleback at the White Hart\n\nAlt-folk duo singing popular folk rock covers\, classic favourites & foot stomping folk tunes. Ollie has been working as a solo artist and Sam has played with bands around the UK at festivals\, theatres and arts centres. They have played more than 50 gigs including Summer Solstice at Stonehenge\, Home Farm Fest\, Sherborne Summer Festival\, Bridport Folk Fest\, Bourton Bash and live radio performance on Abbey 104 & BBC Radio Somerset. \nTHIS IS A FREE EVENT
URL:http://www.somerton.co.uk/event/fiddleback-at-the-white-hart-part-of-the-somerton-music-and-arts-festival/
LOCATION:The White Hart\, Market Place\, Somerton\, Somerset\, TA11 7LX
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230713T163000
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CREATED:20230630T090439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230630T090439Z
UID:8829-1689258600-1689265800@www.somerton.co.uk
SUMMARY:Mark Making and Mindfulness in Stitch with Paula Simpson
DESCRIPTION:Mark Making and Mindfulness in Stitch with Paula Simpson\n \nThis workshop will be all about learning to be present and enjoying the moment. \nLooking at leaves we will explore marks\, lines and patterns and look at how they can be used to make small experimental hand stitched pieces. \nPlease bring along your hand sewing equipment\, sketchbook\, and pencil. Fabrics and threads will be provided. \n  \n£30pp book online at acearts.co.uk or in the gallery shop The Old Town Hall\, Market Square\, Somerton\, TA11 7NB
URL:http://www.somerton.co.uk/event/mark-making-and-mindfulness-in-stitch-with-paula-simpson/
LOCATION:ACEarts\, The Old Town Hall\, Market Place\, Somerton\, Somerset\, TA11 7NB\, United Kingdom
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220821T101902Z
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SUMMARY:British Red Cross Theatre Trip - Strictly Ballroom
DESCRIPTION:British Red Cross Theatre Trip to Bristol Hippodrome.- Strictly Ballroom. Cost £37.00/£51.00. For information phone Chris Cox 01458 273085 \nCraig Revel Horwood’s directs 20+ world class performers in a musical version of the popular film. An arrogant. rebellious young ballroom dancer’s radical daringdance style offends the Australian Dance Federation\, but he and beginner Fran. defy tradition and find that to win your steps neednot be strictly ballroom! Includes Love is in the Air\, Perhaps and Time After Time.
URL:http://www.somerton.co.uk/event/british-red-cross-theatre-trip-strictly-ballroom/
LOCATION:Half Moon Car Park\, Half Moon Car Park\, Somerton\, TA11
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230707T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230707T213000
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CREATED:20230405T154508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230405T154508Z
UID:8594-1688758200-1688765400@www.somerton.co.uk
SUMMARY:HMS Heron Royal Navy Volunteer Band - Part of the Somerton Music and Arts Festival
DESCRIPTION:HMS Heron Royal Navy Volunteer Band\n\nA rousing\, foot-tapping performance by this fantastic local concert and marching band. Its members are drawn from serving and ex-serving members of the Armed Forces and civilians from the unit and local area. The repertoire includes popular classics\, overtures\, film music\, selections from West End shows\, military marches and contemporary works. \nRefreshments will be available. \nFor more information about the band visit www.hmsheronband.co.uk \nTicket prices:  Early Bird £8  |  Advance £9  |  On the Door £10 \nTickets for all events listed can be purchased online now (www.somertonartsfestival.co.uk)\, and will also be available to purchase from our new ticket office at The Stationery House in Somerton from 1st May.
URL:http://www.somerton.co.uk/event/hms-heron-royal-navy-volunteer-band-part-of-the-somerton-music-and-arts-festival/
LOCATION:St Michael & All Angels Church\, Market Place\, Somerton\, Somerset\, TA11 7NB\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230707T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230707T220000
DTSTAMP:20260415T211819
CREATED:20230225T145832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230225T145832Z
UID:8306-1688752800-1688767200@www.somerton.co.uk
SUMMARY:Somerstock Music Festival -- Part of the Somerton Music and Arts Festival
DESCRIPTION:Somerton’s iconic music festival returns to the rec in July. This year an additional night of accoustic sounds has been added on Friday 7th July to set the mood\, followed by a fantastic line up of live music all day on Saturday 8th July\, plus the usual array of bars and fabulous street food to set your taste buds alight. The Kids’ Zone will be in full swing on Saturday to provide entertainment for our younger visitors too. \nTickets Various \nTickets for all events listed can be purchased online now (www.somertonartsfestival.co.uk)\, and will also be available to purchase from our new ticket office at The Stationery House in Somerton from 1st May. \n 
URL:http://www.somerton.co.uk/event/somerstock-music-festival-part-of-the-somerton-music-and-arts-festival/
LOCATION:Somerton Sports Field\, The Playing Field\, Gassons Lane\, Somerton\, Somerset\, TA11 6HS
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230706T193000
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CREATED:20230405T154132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230405T164903Z
UID:8592-1688671800-1688671800@www.somerton.co.uk
SUMMARY:Naval History Talk – Part of the Somerton Music and Arts Festival
DESCRIPTION:Naval History Talk\n\nBattle of the Atlantic: The Foundation of Victory \nJoshua Bassett will present a talk about the Battle of the Atlantic\, the longest running and geographically largest battle of the second world war. For four years from 1939 to the battle’s climax in 1943\, British and Allied navies fought a life-or-death struggle against the menace of Axis U-boats. This talk will cover the battles’ key events\, and illustrate how victory in the Atlantic laid the foundation for Allied victory everywhere in 1945. \nFrom Barn Engines to the Battle of Jutland \nIn 1915 the Petter-Westland Company in Yeovil (now Leonardo-Westland) took its first steps from producing agricultural engines into aircraft manufacture. Immediately successful due to the skill level of the factory workers\, it made a batch of Royal Navy Seaplanes of the most advanced type at the time. \nOne of these aircraft\, Number 8359\, was amongst the first to be manufactured by Westlands and would become the only one to take part in the Battle of Jutland in 1961. It was piloted by the famed aviator Lt Fredrick Joseph Rutland\, a was a pioneer of British naval aviaition who earned the nickname “Rutland of Jutland”  and a DSC for his exploits. Now\, over 100 years later\, the original sections of his aircraft\, a Short Type 184\, are back in Yeovil as key exhibits at the Fleet Air Arm Museum. \nDave Morris\, the museum curator\, looks at how Petters became aircraft builders in Yeovil\, how Westlands got its name and the journey Rutland’s aircraft made from the factory to Jutland\, ended its service in World War 1 and ultimately returned to Yeovil. \nRefreshments (tea\, coffee and soft drinks) will be provided \nTicket prices:  Early Bird £5  |  Advance £6  |  On the Door £7\nTickets for all events listed can be purchased online now (www.somertonartsfestival.co.uk)\, and will also be available to purchase from our new ticket office at The Stationery House in Somerton from 1st May.
URL:http://www.somerton.co.uk/event/naval-history-talk-part-of-the-somerton-music-and-arts-festival/
LOCATION:The Parish Rooms\, Market Square\, Somerton\, Somerset\, TA11 7NB\, United Kingdom
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230706T173000
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UID:8590-1688659200-1688664600@www.somerton.co.uk
SUMMARY:Creative Writing – Part of the Somerton Music and Arts Festival
DESCRIPTION:Creative Writing Workshop\n\nHow to write “Faction” (factual fiction)\nAuthor Beth Webb will give an illustrated talk and a mini workshop on how to turn historical events into engaging stories. Using her ‘faction’ novella\, ‘Broken Angels – A Tale of Glastonbury Abbey\,’ Beth will describe how she and historian Mark Hutchinson took a dry list of punishments meted out at the Abbey in 1408\, breathed life into them and created an intriguing story. \nThe workshop will give participants the chance to have a go at creating their own ‘faction’ outlines. All are welcome\, no writing experience necessary (not suitable for children). \nBeth has had fifteen books published for all ages\, including the Star Dancer tetralogy\, an adult / YA historical fantasy series\, as well as the children’s classics\, the ‘Fleabag’ trilogy.  She is a published poet and an illustrator. \nThis is a FREE event but it is essential to book in advance at the library
URL:http://www.somerton.co.uk/event/creative-writing-part-of-the-somerton-music-and-arts-festival/
LOCATION:Somerton Library\, Cox’s Yard Car Park\, Somerton\, Somerset\, TA11 7PR
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230706T123000
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CREATED:20230630T090245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230630T090245Z
UID:8802-1688639400-1688646600@www.somerton.co.uk
SUMMARY:Drawing for All
DESCRIPTION:Drawing for All. Free\, regular drop-in sessions – every Thursday morning from 10.30-12.30. Come and spend the morning drawing in our wonderful gallery space. Use the current exhibition as inspiration or draw the view through the windows or each other. \nA selection of art materials will be available or bring your own. \nPlease note these sessions do not take place during our exhibition change over dates\, if you are unsure\, please call to check when sessions are running 01458 273008.
URL:http://www.somerton.co.uk/event/drawing-for-all/2023-07-06/
LOCATION:ACEarts\, The Old Town Hall\, Market Place\, Somerton\, Somerset\, TA11 7NB\, United Kingdom
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UID:8302-1688585400-1688585400@www.somerton.co.uk
SUMMARY:Honey Bee Talk - Part of the Somerton Music and Arts Festival
DESCRIPTION:Come and join local bee expert Stewart Gould as he tells us all about the Honey Bee\, though other bees may well get a mention as there are approximately 250 species in the UK. The evening consists of a talk with photographs and videos about these fascinating insects plus plenty of opportunity to ask questions. Listen and learn as he talks about pollination\, how plants attract pollinators and much more\, you certainly will go home with plenty of things to reflect on as well as a real sense of why bees are so important to our ecosystem. \nRefreshments are included in the cost. \nTickets £4.00 / £5.00 / £6.00 \nTickets for all events listed can be purchased online now (www.somertonartsfestival.co.uk)\, and will also be available to purchase from our new ticket office at The Stationery House in Somerton from 1st May. \n 
URL:http://www.somerton.co.uk/event/honey-bee-talk-part-of-the-somerton-music-and-arts-festival/
LOCATION:The Parish Rooms\, Market Square\, Somerton\, Somerset\, TA11 7NB\, United Kingdom
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UID:8300-1688567400-1688567400@www.somerton.co.uk
SUMMARY:Somerton Ukulele Band and Singers - Part of the Somerton Music and Arts Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Somerton Ukulele Band and Singers will be playing all the old favourites for the residents of Wessex House. The group was formed six years ago by Sue Parry as part of the U3A initiative\, and from small beginnings it has expanded to 30 members who enjoy playing at residential and nursing homes\, memory and friendship clubs and other organisations. This has enabled them\, through donations\, to raise over £3\,000 for the Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance\, this year’s Somerton Music & Arts Festival partner charity. \nThis is a free event for Wessex House residents only. \nTickets for all events listed can be purchased online now (www.somertonartsfestival.co.uk)\, and will also be available to purchase from our new ticket office at The Stationery House in Somerton from 1st May. \n 
URL:http://www.somerton.co.uk/event/somerton-ukulele-band-and-singers-part-of-the-somerton-music-and-arts-festival/
LOCATION:Wessex House\, Behind Berry\, Somerton\, Somerset\, TA11 7PB\, United Kingdom
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230705T123000
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CREATED:20230630T090054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230630T090054Z
UID:8775-1688553000-1688560200@www.somerton.co.uk
SUMMARY:Create and Connect
DESCRIPTION:Create and Connect.  Free\, regular drop-in sessions – every Wednesday morning from 10.30-12.30. Free drop-in sessions for artists\, creatives\, and makers to come together in our ‘Make Space’ to make alongside each other. Bring what you are currently working on Drawing\, sketchbook\, textiles\, knitting\, sewing\, painting etc and we will make the tea! \nPlease note these sessions do not take place during our exhibition change over dates\, if you are unsure\, please call to check when sessions are running 01458 273008.
URL:http://www.somerton.co.uk/event/create-and-connect/2023-07-05/
LOCATION:ACEarts\, The Old Town Hall\, Market Place\, Somerton\, Somerset\, TA11 7NB\, United Kingdom
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CREATED:20230405T153356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230405T153356Z
UID:8588-1688497200-1688497200@www.somerton.co.uk
SUMMARY:Talk Transforming Lives through Developmental Therapy – Part of the Somerton Music and Arts Festival
DESCRIPTION:Transforming Lives through Developmental Therapy\n\nEvery child and young adult deserves the best possible chance to reach their potential. BIBIC is a national charity based in Langport. It delivers therapeutic programmes to children and young adults\, supporting individuals with developmental and neurological disabilities and difficulties to achieve their potential and live happy and fulfilling lives. This talk will cover what the organisation does\, the services they provide and a brief tour of sensory processing disorder – looking at what it is and the impact it has both on those suffering with these conditions and their families. \nRefreshments  will be available. \nThis is a FREE event\, but donations will be welcome.  To find out more about BIBIC and the work they do\, visit https://bibic.org.uk/
URL:http://www.somerton.co.uk/event/talk-transforming-lives-through-developmental-therapy-part-of-the-somerton-music-and-arts-festival/
LOCATION:The Parish Rooms\, Market Square\, Somerton\, Somerset\, TA11 7NB\, United Kingdom
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CREATED:20230225T143246Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230225T143246Z
UID:8296-1688410800-1688410800@www.somerton.co.uk
SUMMARY:Festival Quiz - Part of the Somerton Music and Arts Festival
DESCRIPTION:Quizmaster Terry Francis returns to the Sports Club for the annual Festival Quiz with his mixture of taxing teasers and obscure observations. Pit your wits against the other teams\, show off your knowledge\, win prizes and try to knock the current champions off their podium! \nA maximum of 15 teams of up to six people per team. \nTickets £2.50 per person \nTickets for all events listed can be purchased online now (www.somertonartsfestival.co.uk)\, and will also be available to purchase from our new ticket office at The Stationery House in Somerton from 1st May.
URL:http://www.somerton.co.uk/event/festival-quiz-part-of-the-somerton-music-and-arts-festival/
LOCATION:Somerton Sports Club\, Gassons Lane\, Somerton\, Somerset\, TA11 6HS\, United Kingdom
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CREATED:20230225T142706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230225T142849Z
UID:8292-1688306400-1688306400@www.somerton.co.uk
SUMMARY:History Walk with Martyn Smith - Part of the Somerton Music and Arts Festival
DESCRIPTION:Martyn Smith\, the Somerton Music & Arts Festival treasurer\, will be your guide for a tour of historic Somerton. Martyn was born in the Midlands and a job-related move brought him to Somerton in 1990.\nHe says ‘Somerton is such a great place to live and I’m always proud to show people around our ancient hill-top town with its interesting buildings and beautiful church.’\nThis gentle walk will take around one hour or so and will take in St Michael’s Church and some of the other old buildings in the historic centre of town.\nThe group size is limited to 20 so it is advisable to book early to avoid disappointment. The walk starts from the cobbled area outside Somerton Parish Rooms.\nAs this walk takes place through the town\, participants should wear appropriate footwear and be especially aware when crossing roads. \nTickets £4.00 / £5.00 \nTickets for all events listed can be purchased online now (www.somertonartsfestival.co.uk)\, and will also be available to purchase from our new ticket office at The Stationery House in Somerton from 1st May.
URL:http://www.somerton.co.uk/event/history-walk-with-martyn-smith/
LOCATION:The Parish Rooms\, Market Square\, Somerton\, Somerset\, TA11 7NB\, United Kingdom
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