What's on in Poole - August
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very Tuesday in August
Coles Miller Dream Machines . Every Tuesday night from 6pm is "Dream Machine" night, where thousands of motorcycles gather along Poole Quay. Click here for more information.
Every Thursday in August
Summer Breeze on the Beach . Every Thursday night people are guaranteed a great nights entertainment including live music, BBQ's and fireworks. Click here for more information.
Every Friday in August
Rockley Park Quay For My Car . Every Friday night from 6pm is "Quay for my car" night, where collections of different vehicles gather along Poole Quay each Friday. Click here for more information.
Wednesday 21 July - Friday 6 August 2010 - The Taming of the Shrew - Brownsea Open Air Theatre
Brownsea Island, Poole Harbour, Poole, BH13 7EE
Brownsea Open Air Theatre present "The Taming of the Shrew" by William Shakespeare, directed by Denise Mallender.
Tickets £19, including boat trip to the island. Booking essential through BOAT on 01202 251897
Monday 26 July - Monday 30 August 2010 - Summer holiday fun at Compton Acres
Compton Acres, 164 Canford Cliffs Road, BH13 7ES
10am and 4.30pm
Youngsters will have the opportunity to participate in a wildlife hunt adventure through the gardens, art and craft activities in the Harbour View Café as well as take part in quizzes which will lead families around the trial of themed gardens and model railway.
The hunt and quizzes are free, with a £1 fee entry for the art and craft activities. Normal garden entry applies. Adults: £6.95 Concessions: £6.45 Children: 5-15 years £3.95 Under 4's go free.
For further information regarding the activities taking place at Compton Acres visit www.comptonacres.co.uk/ or telephone 01202 700778.
Monday 2 August 2010 - Noddy To Get Big Cheers At The Dolphin Shopping Centre
Dolphin Shopping Centre, Poole
Shoppers of all ages are in for a special summer treat on Monday, August 2, when Noddy will be visiting the Dolphin Shopping Centre for the first time.
The iconic children's TV character, who celebrated his 60th birthday last year, will be leaving Toytown especially to headline the Dolphin Shopping Centre's Escape the Midday Sun free family events taking place throughout the school summer holiday.
Entertaining children for generations, Noddy is still as popular today as the original character created by Enid Blyton. Filled with enthusiasm, curiosity and unstoppable drive, his strong sense of fair play and good heart will certainly make him a welcome visitor to the Dolphin Shopping Centre.
Fans of all ages can take the chance to meet and have their picture taken with Noddy during his appearances throughout the shopping centre at 11am, 12pm, 2pm, 3pm and 4pm, so don't forget to bring your camera.
Stephanie Lacey, Dolphin Shopping Centre Manager, commented: “We are delighted to welcome Noddy for the first time as part of the Dolphin Shopping Centre's programme of Escape the Midday Sun events this summer. Noddy has been a firm family favourite across many generations so I am sure children, parents and grandparents alike will all enjoy his visit.”
While having fun with Noddy, fans should also check out the official Noddy merchandise on offer throughout Dolphin Shopping Centre stores, including a great selection of books at the Early Learning Centre, the latest Noddy DVDs at HMV and puzzles from Argos.
The centre's Escape the Midday Sun programme of free family events promises an action-packed weekend prior to Noddy's visit.
Silly Scott, billed as the south's leading entertainer, will be helping keep the children amused with his family magic show, balloon modelling and face painting on Friday, July 30, and every Friday throughout August. The Poole Pottery workshops will also continue on Sunday, August 1, where children can paint their own colourful bisques on the Main Mall, outside Animal, to be fired at Poole Pottery for later collection.
For the full programme of Dolphin Shopping Centre Escape the Midday Sun free family events, including Noddy's special visit, go to www.dolphinshoppingcentre.co.uk
Wednesday 4 August 2010 - Poole Speedway
Poole Stadium, Wimborne Road, Poole, Dorset, BH15 2BY
Poole Pirates v Eastbourne
2010 Prices - Adults £16, OAPs £13, Child (5-15) £4, Family (2 Adults/2 Child) £36
Saturday 7 August 2010 - Book Signing by Tim Walker
Waterstones, Falkland Square, Poole
Have YOU got the Fizzle?
Now's your chance!
Children's author Tim Walker will be signing copies of his 'Fizzle Trilogy'
in Poole Waterstones on Saturday 7th August from 11am - 3pm.
Published by Faber & Faber, the action-packed fantasy series comprises
'Shipley Manor', 'The Flying Fizzler' and 'Rise of the Rattler' and is
ideal for boys and girls in the 8-12 age group. Described as being 'full of
fantastical inventions and thrilling cliffhangers' (the Financial Times)
and 'sharp and funny' (the Irish Times) the books follow the adventures of
Polly and Tom as they seek to unravel the mystery of a special, seemingly
magical water known as the Fizzle.
Tim will also be bringing along the original maps and sketches he produced
in the course of writing the books, plus one or two other interesting
'exhibits'.
Sunday 8 August 2010 - Poole Lifeboat Station Open Day
Poole Quay, Poole, BH15 1HJ
11.00 - 16.30pm
This is the one-day in the year when the lifeboat crew open up the doors of the station to the general public. There will be lifeboats to climb aboard, lots of quizzes, games and fun for all the family. The lifeboats will be doing demonstrations between the quays through out the day and you will be able to try the lifeboat kit on and meet the crew.
Admission Free, join in the fun at the lifeboat station by the lifting bridge.
Saturday 7 - Sunday 8 August 2010 - Poole Town and Country Show
Upton Country Park, Upton House, Upton, Poole, BH17 7JB
Open: 10.00am - 5pm
A wonderful event for all the family. Entertainment will include the Horkesley Park Suffolk Punch Horse Display Team , birds of prey flying displays, medieval re-enactment village including fighting knights, The Sheep Show - an educational as well as fun show , working and agility dogs, including the Newfoundland Dog Display Team, as well as rural demonstrations . Arts, craft and gift marquees as well as lifestyle and food hall stands will give you the chance to sample and buy unique products.
There will also be a children's entertainer, bouncy castles, and fairground. (Charges Apply).
Also on Sunday at this event, we're proud to host the Companion Dog Show - so bring along a canine friend and have a go! (And all proceeds from entries will go to Marie Curie Cancer Care).
Admission: £5, concessions £4, Children age 5-16 £2, Family Ticket: £12 (2 adults and 2 children)
FREE PARKING
For more information and to purchase tickets please visit www.oakleighfairs.co.uk/upton/
Wednesday 11 August 2010 - Poole Speedway
Poole Stadium, Wimborne Road, Poole, Dorset, BH15 2BY
Poole Pirates v Swindon
2010 Prices - Adults £16, OAPs £13, Child (5-15) £4, Family (2 Adults/2 Child) £36
Thursday 12 August - Saturday 14 August 2010 - Threads & Patches
Upton Country Park, Upton House, Upton, Poole, BH17 7JB
10am to 5pm Thursday & Friday (last admission 4.15pm)
10am to 4.30pm Saturday (last admission 4.15pm)
Quarterjack Quilters present an exhibition of patchwork and quilting at Upton House, with demonstrations, sales tables and traders.
Admission: Adults £2 (accompanied children free).
Thursday 12 August - Sunday 15 August 2010 - Tunisian Souk
Falkland Square, Poole, BH15 1AB
10am - 4pm
Enjoy the sights and sounds of a traditional Tunisian market in the centre of Poole! Plenty of shopping opportunities including hand made garden pots, terracotta lamps, olive wood ornaments, leather bags and slippers, clothes, hand painted tiles and wicker baskets. Plus a chance to buy delicious Tunisian patisserie and olives & couscous dishes.
Thursday 19 - Sunday 22 August 2010 - Bournemouth Air Festival 2010
Bournemouth
Spectacular 4 day event!
By the sea and completely free.
See www.bournemouthair.co.uk/ for all the details.
Friday 20 August - Saturday 21 August 2010 - Beer Festival
Weld Arms, East Lulworth.
Free Bus Service & Free Entry.
Come along to the 2010 Careline Beer Festival, in the garden of this traditional country pub - a great opportunity to enjoy a wide range of beers and ciders, listen to some great bands and feast on the Hog Roast and BBQ - and leave your car at home!!!
A FREE BUS SERVICE will be running on routes around the area on Friday and Saturday, picking up from a number of bus stops. If you live further afield, why not catch the train to Wool station, and we will pick you up from there, for free.
For everyone living in the area or visiting Dorset this weekend YOU'RE ALL VERY WELCOME.
Visit www.carelineappeal.co.uk for more information
Sunday 29 - Monday 30 August 2010 - August Craft Show
Upton Country Park, Upton House, Upton, Poole, BH17 7JB
10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
A Craft Show with lots of hand made crafts & art. Adult Price: £1 Accompanied Children FREE
Sunday 29 - Monday 30 August 2010 - Poole Park Fest
Poole Park, Poole, BH15 2SF
10.30 am - 5.30 pm -
Music and fun for all the family at this two day event.
The event is free but donations are welcome. For more information visit : www.friendsofpoolepark.co.uk
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