Thursday, March 22

Taunton's Farmers' Market

THE Vale is a genuine Farmer and Producers co-operative which has grown from strength to strength since its launch in 1999. We are fully certified by FARMA – the National Farmers’ Retail & Markets Association, so you can be confident you are really buying local produce.

It all takes place in Taunton High Street, every Thursday from 9am until 3pm, year round.

Swan Lake

Presented by Vienna festival Ballet Music by Tchaikovsky One of the best known love stories, performed by the ever popular Vienna Festival Ballet. Lavish costumes, stunning scenery, international stars, and the glorious music from Tchaikovsky make this a night not to be missed.

Swan Lake is the most popular ballet in the world. It's the ballet that captures like no other the full range of human emotions – from hope to despair, from terror to tenderness, from melancholy to ecstasy.

Don't miss this magical evening.

Full Price £22 and Concessions £17.

Buy online at thebrewhouse.net or on 01823 283244.

See the dancing at The Brewhouse Theatre & Arts Centre, Coal Orchard, Taunton.

Saturday, March 24

Exhibition

A new family exhibition Michael Morpurgo: A Lifetime in Stories will be open at the Museum of Somerset from March 17 to July 7.

Visitors can discover the life and works of one of Britain's best loved storytellers and the author of the inspirational hit of stage and screen War Horse.

The exhibition comes to the museum from Seven Stories, The National Centre for Children’s Books, which is custodian of the Michael Morpurgo archive. Michael is one of Britain’s greatest living authors for children. In the 2018 New Year Honours list he was awarded a knighthood for his services to literature and charity.

His work spans 40 years and a career that has seen the publication of over 150 books for children, traversing wide-ranging topics that explore historical events, natural history and the environment, adventure and family life.

Visitor Services Manager Susie Simmons said: “Michael’s writing touches the hearts and minds of readers young and older.

This playful exhibition is perfect for families to explore together to discover more about one of the most influential storytellers of our time.”

On display will be draft manuscripts, photographs, notebooks and correspondence that chronicle Michael’s creative process and writing career. Items include handwritten versions of War Horse showing how the story evolved from first draft to publication of the book, adaptation for the National Theatre and Steven Spielberg film script.

Props from stage and film include a goose puppet, on loan from the National Theatre, a maquette of the Joey puppet and a First World War painting by war artist F.W. Reed that inspired War Horse.

Mill Days Visit our beautifully restored 17thcentury watermill. Meet our estates team as you watch the power of water turn the waterwheel and the turbine to make flour.

It all takes place at Hestercombe Gardens, Cheddon Fitzpaine, Taunton, Somerset.

Normal admission applies.

Free event, garden admission applies.

Mayor of Taunton Deane's Springtime Charity Concert

The Worshipful Mayor of Taunton Deane Councillor Hazel Prior-Sankey invites you to an exhilarating evening of voice and song to please all musical tastes as two excellent choirs unite in aid of the Mayor's charities - Hestercombe Gardens and Stand Against Violence.

With the Taunton Deane Male Voice Choir, Launceston Male Voice Choir and soloist Mary Morgan.

Tickets cost £10 and are on sale at the Taunton Visitor Centre.

Concert starts at 7.30pm.

Sunday, March 25

KellerOke KARAOKE evening at Taunton's own Bierkeller! Book your table in advance and enjoy a few steins.

All takes place at Bierkeller, 15 High Street, Taunton, Somerset from 8pm.

Somerset Opera presents Ruddigore by Gilbert & Sullivan Matinee: 2.30pm with afternoon tea.

Takes place at King's College Theatre, South Road, Taunton, Somerset.

Tickets available from Taunton Visitor Centre, Market House Adults: £12 U16's: £5 Easter Bingo Come along to our annual Easter Prize Bingo, being held at the Conservative Club Wellington (19 High St, Wellington TA21 8QT) Refreshments available to buy from the venue. Doors open 17:30 and Eyes Down at 6pm.

Somerset Walking Club

- Culmstock Beacon to Hackpen Hill.

1.0 mile walk meeting at Wellington Monument Car Park The walk goes from Culmstock Beacon to Hackpen Hill.

The event lasts from 10am to 3.30pm.

Monday, March 26

Toddler Bouncy Fun Morning

Exciting new toddler group every Monday from 9.30am - 11.30am during term time.

A different selection of bouncy castles, soft play and ball pools each week.

Open to all ages up to school age.

£5 per child and siblings £2 Adults free No booking required, just turn up and pay. Cash only.

Please note : Adults are responsible for their children at all times.

It all takes place at Wellington Scout Group, The Castle Hall,, 6 Fore Street, Wellington from 9.30am to 11.30am.

New Yoga Classes for beginners

DAYTIME yoga class

Mondays at 1.30pm Evening yoga class Thursdays at 7.30pm It all takes place at New Yoga Classes for beginners, North Petherton Community Village Hall, North Petherton Somerset, TA6 6QA.

Wednesday, March 28

Passioneaster 2018

A play by the St. James Players exploring the events of the week leading up to Good Friday, from the point of view of ordinary people involved in the events and affected by the person of Jesus.

Tickets £5 including refreshments £2.50 students Proceeds to Open Door,Taunton.

Event at St. James Church, St James Street, Taunton.