From a Nordic concert to a chocolate experience, there's plenty to enjoy in Taunton over the next week.
A big band jazz performance, a library's interactive nature event, and a makeup workshop for young people are also on the agenda.
Celebrating Somerset – Taunton Library
Taunton Library is set to host a free interactive event for nature lovers.
The event, organised by Somerset Libraries in collaboration with Natural England, Somerset Wildlife Trust, and the National Trust, offers a range of activities.
On Friday, February 14, the public can enjoy virtual reality tours of local nature sites, hands-on nature activities, and interactive projector fun.
The event will run from 2pm to 5pm at the Glass Box in Taunton Library.
Somerset Wildlife Trust and the National Trust will lead activities, providing practical tips and information about various nature sites.
All activities are drop-in, but numbers are limited.
Chocolate Love Match – Taunton
Hotel Chocolat is offering limited spots for a guided chocolate tasting experience in Taunton.
Participants will discover their "Chocolate Love Match" through a 30-minute session involving a series of discovery questions and recipes, led by experts with 20 years of experience in understanding flavour profiles.
The event is taking place on Saturday, February 15 at 2pm, at Hotel Chocolat's Taunton store on Fore Street.
Interested chocolate lovers can book tickets at eventbrite.co.uk/e/chocolate-love-match-taunton-tickets-934587956737, with tickets costing £7.50 per person.
Those with nut allergies are advised not to attend, and tickets are non-refundable.
Sunday Big Band Jazz
A big band jazz residency is set to continue at the Creative Innovation Centre (CICCIC) in Taunton.
The 17-piece band performs on the third Sunday of each month, with the next session on Sunday, February 16.
Doors open at 11.45am, with the performance starting at 12.15pm.
Tickets can be purchased in advance at creativeinnovationcentre.co.uk/events/sunday-big-band-jazz-sun-16th-feb, or on the door.
Advance tickets are £15, while tickets on the door will cost £20.
CICCIC is one of the few venues in the UK with a dedicated big band residency.
The cafe/bar will be open throughout the performance, offering a range of alcoholic, hot, and cold drinks.
Somerset Chamber Choir – Nordic Lights
A Taunton chapel will host a concert featuring rarely heard Nordic choral masterpieces.
The Somerset Chamber Choir will perform works by composers such as Ola Gjeilo, Jan Sandström, and Anna Thorvaldsdottir, alongside folk-influenced string quartet pieces.
The concert will take place at the chapel of King's College, Taunton on Sunday, February 16, at 4pm.
It will showcase a selection of pieces from Denmark, Finland, Norway, Sweden, and Iceland, from Grieg to the present day.
Tickets are available from £10 to £20, with discounts for under-16s.
More information, including how to buy tickets, can be found at somersetchamberchoir.org/concertdetail.htm?concert=390.
Media makeup workshop – character makeup edition
A two-hour makeup workshop for tweens and teens is set to offer an educational and creative experience in Taunton.
Led by a qualified media makeup artist, the session will focus on creating a glam editorial fairy makeup look, covering techniques for brows, lips, and eyeshadow.
It will take place on Sunday, February 16 at 4pm at Premier Princess Parties.
With only a few tickets remaining, each student will receive personalised guidance.
Tickets can be purchased via ticketsource.co.uk/whats-on/taunton/premier-princess-parties/media-makeup-workshop-character-makeup-edition.
The workshop provides all necessary materials, supplies, and fake eyelashes.
The event, costing £15 per child, also includes a light snack.
A mini photo shoot will conclude the session.
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