Dorset Events in February 2012

4	Bridport	Spirit of Bridport Community Fair Day at Bridport Arts Centre from 10am-2pm. There will be a range of groups, performers at the daytime event plus information on a range of community activities such as Transition Town Bridport, Bridport Carnival, Bridport Local Area Partnership, Bridport Community Orchard, Blast and the Spirit Business Forum, as well as items showcasing a wide range of community groups and producers.
12	Bournemouth	Dance into the record books as the Wessex Autistic Society and Lewis-Manning Hospice attempt to smash the world record for the biggest ever Zumba class! You will be treated to a 30 minute record attempt class and then a 45 minute celebratory class, and don't forget your wallet as there will be lots of goodies to buy. You must be over 11 years of age to take part in this attempt. Doors open from 9.30am with the attempt at 11.30am. Entry is £5. To book your place visit www.eventelephant.com/zumbasmash2 or call 01202 483360.
18	Wimborne Minster	Country Roads - A Celebration of John Denver will take you back on a magical journey evoking nostalgic memories of a time when the singer songwriter ruled the airwaves and dominated the US and UK charts. Featuring Wayne Denton the show is dotted with anecdotes, humour and delivered with full screen video production to enhance this superb quality production show. Tivoli Theatre, Wimborne Minster, Dorset. Box Office: 01202 885566.
24-28	Bridport	Anthony Bamber exhibition at The Pierrepoint Gallery. Anthony Bamber's landscape paintings are an exuberant celebration of the English countryside, in particular the Yorkshire Dales. They are 'modern' in that they are very much of their time, whilst acknowledging those artists in the landscape tradition whose influence they have absorbed: Constable, Turner, Cotman, Palmer and Cézanne.
29	Swanage	The Dorset Coast Abseil at St Mary's Church, Swanage. This leap year, why not challenge yourself to take a leap of faith and abseil 100 feet down St Mary's Church, Swanage? Enjoy the stunning sea and countryside views on your way down while knowing that every penny raised will help Christian Aid's work with the world's poorest communities. Registration: £15 per person. Minimum sponsorship: £60 per person. Register now at www.christianaid.org.uk/abseil or call 01395 222308 for more info.

Whilst every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of this Dorset events list, dates and venues can be changed or events and festivals cancelled altogether. It is always best to confirm the details with the Tourist Information Centre for that region before you set off for your holiday or short break in Dorset.