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Wednesday 14th May
Old Dartmothians Ladies Association Coffee Morning 10am-12noon at The Clifton Room, The Guildhall, Dartmouth - bric-a-0brac, cake stalls, raffle.

Today until Sunday 18th May
Rosie Burns - painting, printmaking, sculpture at Harbour House, The Promenade, Kingsbridge : 10am-5pm. Informal gallery talk with the artist at 12.30pm on Friday 16th May. Everybody is welcome, admission is free. www.harbourhouse.org.uk

Wednesday 14th May
Challenging Pain at South Dartmoor Leisure Centre : 1pm-3.30pm. A free course for anyone living with long term pain for more than 3 months. Course is designed to give people tools to manage their pain through a different number of techniques. Information packs to take away are also free. Please contact either South Dartmoor Leisure Centre om 01752 896999 or Elaine on 08450 942064 to book a place Check out www.arthritiscare.org.uk

Wednesday 14th May
Horse racing at Exeter Racecourse - season finale - first race at 1.50pm.

Wednesday 14th May
Blazing Saddles Country and Western Music Club at The Cavendish Hotel, Belgrave Road, Torquay. 8-11pm. Live music from Stig.

Thursday 15th May until Sunday 18th May
Dart Music Festival at Dartmouth. The Festival’s eleventh year, featuring Digby Fairweather (jazz), Snake Davis (saxophone), Amy Carson (opera), Seth Lakeman (folk), Andrew Millington and Christopher Gray (organ), Carmina (Celtic), Pee Wee Ellis (soul), The Eberle String Quartet. As well as the performances the festival has work shops, this year they are to be in drumming, guitar, Celtish music and choral music. The Workshops and Masterclass are, as many of the events in the programme, free with a retiring collection.
www.dartmusicfestival.co.uk

Thursday 15th May
The Rotary Club of Kingsbridge Estuary Charity Golf Competition at Thurlestone Golf Club : Tee times - 8am-3pm. Raising funds for MacMillan Nurses Foundation and RNLI Salcombe & Hope Cove Branches. 3 Ball team events available - Ladies, Men & Mixed teams are welcome, with a Stapleford 3/4 handicap & best 2 scores to count at each hole, handicap certificates required. Team entry fee of £99 to include a meal. For further information contact Rotary Sports Officer David Wadey 01548 511395 or email davewadey@hotmail.com

Thursday 15th May
South Hams Ramblers Group Walk meeting at Wrangaton Golf Club (Grid Ref.673582) : 10.30am until approx 3pm. Moorland walk to Ugborough Beacon, Spurrell's Cross, Glasscombe Corner, Piles Gate, Butterdon Hill and Cuckoo Ball. 9 miles and grade strenuous. Take lunch. For more details call Colin on 01752 569909 or visit www.ramblers.org.uk - new members very welcome.

Thursday 15th May
Stokenham Pre-School Prize Bingo, 7.30pm at Stokenham Parish Hall.

Friday 16th May
A Coffee Morning at Totnes Methodist Church Hall : 10am-12pm - with stalls, in aid of Totnes Caring.

Friday 16th May
Coalition of Disabled People South Devon Open Day at 1 Lymington Road, Torquay : 10am-4.30pm. Meet the team of volunteers and learn about the services provided, including computer training, form filling and counselling. More information from 01803 215871 or email info@cdpsd.org.uk

Friday 16th May
Gold Rush at Totnes Market : 10am-12noon. Take along any unwanted or broken items of jewellery, gold, silver and gems along to the Lifeworks stand at Totnes Market. They'll be turned into cash to support local children with learning disabilities.
Lifeworks is a registered charity supporting local people. For further information about us our campaigns and events please visit
www.lifeworks-uk.org

Saturday 17th May
A Car Boot Sale at The Old Market Field, Totnes Road, Paignton - 7am.

Saturday 17th May
Friends of Ivybridge Library Book Sale at Bookends Store, Glanvilles Mill, Ivybridge : 9.30am-12.30pm. To raise funds in order to support and promote the new library. Books for the sale can be donated on Friday at Bookends on Friday 16th May 10-11am and 5-6pm.

Saturday 17th May
A Coffee Morning at All Saints Church, Malborough : 10am-12noon. Proceeds go to Christian Aid. This is also a joint event between All Saints and the Baptist Church at Malborough.

Saturday 17th May
Christian Aid Week Coffee Morning and Lunches, from 11am at The Christian Community Centre, Fore Street, Brixham.

Saturday 17th May
Open Garden at Bowringsleigh, in aid of Churchstow Church Hall Funds, from 11am-4pm. Ploughmans lunches, refreshments, strolling minstrel, stalls, tombola, raffle. Admission £2, ample free parking.

Sunday 18th May
South Hams Ramblers Group walk starting at Cross Furzes, nr.T.Jctn. (Grid Ref. 700666) : 10.30am until approx. 2.30pm. Moorland walk to Lambs Down, Abbot's Way, Huntingdon Cross, Pupers Hill and Ludgate. 7 miles and grade moderate. Take lunch. For more details call David on 01548 561709 or visit www.ramblers.org.uk - new members welcome.

Sunday 18th May
Motocross at Yarnacombe, between California Cross & Modbury : Racing starts at 11am. Food and refreshments available.

Sunday 18th May
Grand May Draw at The Creeks End Inn, Kingsbridge : 1pm.
Check out the website www.mndmayball.co.uk
This is one ofa number of fund raising Events in aid of Motor Neurone Disease Association in support of Simon Wellington.

Sunday 18th May
From Grass to Cream at Galmpton : 1.30pm-5pm. Tour some of Burton Farm's 1000 acres to see its 120 dairy cows, 2 flocks of pedigree sheep and arable crops. Enjoy fabulous coastal views on a guided tour. After the walk, you can enjoy a cream tea, or tea and cakes. Meet at Burton Farm, Galmpton signed off the road from Kingsbridge to Hope Cove. (Map ref: SX 693 402) at 1.30pm. Return for tea at 4pm, finish around 5pm. A two mile walk with some slopes. Adults £3, children £1. Please bring some money for refreshments. Sorry no dogs. This event is part of the South Devon AONB spring / summer events programme.

Monday 19th May
Baby "Ark" at Kingsbridge Methodist Church, 100 Fore St, Kingsbridge : 2pm-3.45pm. A friendly drop-in group for babies, toddlers and their families. Grandparents who care for grandchildren and expectant parents welcome. Cost £1 per family inc's refreshments. Play corner for older children. All welcome. For more information contact Morwenna on 01548 856900.

Tuesday 20th May
Elizabethan Charity Market on the Civic Hall Forecourt, Totnes. Organised by The Totnes Elizabethan Society 9am-3pm.

Tuesday 20th May until Sunday 1st June
Visual Poets - Emma Carter and Nicky Stevenson at Harbour House, The Promenade, Kingsbridge : 10am-5pm. The artists will be working on paintings in the gallery during their exhibition, and are happy to talk about their work at any time. www.harbourhouse.org.uk

Tuesday 20th May
South Hams Ramblers Group walk meeting at Aveton Gifford Timbers car park (Grid Ref 692472) : 10.30am until approx. 3.30pm. Avon River walk to Bigbury on Sea, optional pre-booked Ploughman's Lunch at Warren Cottage, then return via Bigbury and Easton. 8 miles and grade moderate. For more details call Mandy on 01548 560144 or visit www.ramblers.org.uk - new members welcome.

Wednesday 21st May
Challenging Pain at South Dartmoor Leisure Centre : 1pm-3,30p.m A free course for anyone living with long term pain for more than 3 months. Course is designed to give people tools to manage their pain through a different number of techniques. Information packs to take away are also free. Please contact either South Dartmoor Leisure Centre om 01752 896999 or Elaine on 08450 942064 to book a place Check out www.arthritiscare.org.uk

Wednesday 21st May
Prize Bingo HCPT Pilgrimage Trust at St John House, 65 St Marychurch Road Torquay : Doors open 7pm - eyes down 7:30pm. Admission 20p to include free draw ticket, cup of tea/coffee & biscuits. Friendly informal evening to raise funds to take children & their helpers to Lourdes. Numbers will be displayed for the heard of hearing. Home made marmalade , jams & pickles on sale at very reasonable prices.

Wednesday 21st May
Blazing Saddles Country and Western Music Club at The Cavendish Hotel, Belgrave Road, Torquay. 8-11pm. Live music from Brian McCabe.

Thursday 22nd May
Concert by Torbay Police Choir at All Saints Church, Malborough : 7.30pm. Tickets £5. There will be tea, coffee & biscuits, raffle.

Thursday 22nd May
National Vegetable Society Devon District Association Meeting at St Andrews Church Hall, West Street, Ashburton : 7.30pm. Guest speaker is Roy Halsey, talking about vegetables in containers, plus a question and answer session on all aspects of vegetable growing, be it for the kitchen or the show bench. Roy will also be available to answer any queries on roses. Refreshments are available and there is a plant stall. All welcome, entry by donation.

Friday 23rd May
Kamikaze Duck Race at Quaywest Water Park : 6pm. Sponsor a Duck - Up to 3,000 plastic ducks will be racing in heats down the Kamikaze flume at Quayest Water Park. Cash prizes to be won. Sponsorship of ducks available at Paignton Zoo, Herald Express Office Torquay or online at www.paigntonzoo.org.uk 1st prize £250. All proceeds from this event will go towards vital conservation projects both here and overseas.

Friday 23rd May until Saturday 24th May
Ivybridge Theatre Company presenting A Comedy Night featuring two short plays plus comedy sketches at The Watermark, Leonards Road, Ivybridge - 7.30pm. Tickets £6.

Friday 23rd May
Kingsbridge YFC Barn Dance at Holsome Park, Diptford : 8:30pm. £5 for YFC members £6 for non members.

Saturday 24th May
A Car Boot Sale at The Old Market Field, Totnes Road, Paignton - 7am.

Saturday 24th May
Widecombe Village Market at The Church House, Widecombe-in-the-Moor : 9.30am-3pm.

Saturday 24th May until Monday 26th May
A Flower Festival 'The Saints Preserve Us' 10am-6pm at St Marys Church, Lifton. Refreshments available. Sunday lunches also available at The Church Hall - book ina dvance for lunches on 01566 784258.

Saturday 24th May
Seaweed, Surfers and a Saxon Saint at Wembury : 11am-3pm. Follow green lanes to the sea in the footsteps of people drawn to Wembury's coastline for fish, fertiliser and fortune hunting. This is a chance to try out one of the new green lane walks guide to the South Hams in the company of their writer. Meet outside Wembury Marine Centre, above Wembury Beach (fees apply in the National Trust car park) at 11am, return at 3pm. Bring a picnic lunch. 4.5 miles. Adults £3, children £1. This event is part of the South Devon AONB spring / summer events programme.

Saturday 24th May
Summer Opening of Salcombe Swimming Pool - 2pm. Tombola, cream teas, other stalls please go and support your local swimming pool.

Saturday 24th May
The Stanborough Chrous presenting 'Summer Soiree' - a summer supper concert, doors open 6.45pm, food from 7pm at Malborough Village Hall.

Saturday 24th May
A Concert at St. Peter's Church, Ugborough, 7.30pm, by the North West Festival Choir with Heloise West (Soprano), Adrienne Murray (Mezzo-soprano), Thomas Hobbs (Tenor), John Hobbs (Bass), Keith Warner FRCO (Organ), John Bethell MBE (Conductor). The Programme will be: "Missa Ignes Charitatis" (Fires of Love) by John Galea (This will be the first UK performance of this contemporary work.) Extracts from "Sea Pictures" by Edward Elgar "Messe Solonnelle de Ste. Cecile" (St. Cecilia Mass) by Charles Gounod. Admission Free. Retiring Collection for Ugborough Church Building Fund. Further details from Peter Povey, Tel: 01752 691654.

Sunday 25th May
St Michael & All Saints Church at Loddiswell have a Barbeque, from 12.30pm at Fernhill House, Loddiswell. Tickets in advance from RS Villages Stores, Loddiswell.

Sunday 25th May
Sail Away at South Sands : 10am-12.30pm & 2pm-4pm. try sailing exhilarating catamarans around Salcombe's fabulous estuary and coast. Two 2.5 hour taster sessions are on offer, suitable for adults and children of 8 and over (children will be taught separately). All boats, safety equipment and wetsuits for children will be supplied for the special resident's price of £25 per person. At South Sands near Salcombe, 10am till 12.30pm or 2 till 4pm. Numbers are limited and places restricted to South Devon residents, so booking essential. Call 01548 843451. This event is part of the South Devon AONB spring/summer events programme

Sunday 25th May
Open Gardens at Mothecombe House, Holbeton from 2pm-5.30pm, in aid of The National Gardens Scheme. Admission £3.50 for adults, children free. Home made teats and plants on sale. Ample parking. No dos allowed.

Sunday 25th May
Ivybridge Calendar at The Duke of Cornwall, Ivybridge : 7.30pm. By popular demand, a second round of photographs will be taken to be entered in the vote for the top 12. Everyone over 18 welcome. All proceeds for local charity.

Bank Holiday Monday 26th May
Bank Holiday Extravaganza at South Milton Village Hall : 11am-5pm. Craft extravaganza plus village exhibition & guided walks. Ploughman's lunches cream teas & refreshments available. Entrance fee £1 per person - Tables available for exhibitors at £5 per day. Contact Jenny Brown 562248 for further details. All profits to South Milton Village Hall.

Bank Holiday Monday 26th May
Cornwood Cricket Club Fun Day at Cornwood Cricket Club : 12noon. Car boot, bouncy castle, tombola, traditional childrens races, bingo. Many more stalls and games throughout the day. BBQ - all day bar and refreshments.

Tuesday 27th May
Elizabethan Charity Market on the Civic Hall Forecourt, Totnes. Organised by The Totnes Elizabethan Society 9am to 3pm.

Wednesday 28th May
Blazing Saddles Country and Western Music Club at The Cavendish Hotel, Belgrave Road, Torquay. 8-11pm. Live music from Paul Western.

Friday 30th May until Sunday 1st June
Ashburton Blues Festival - Ashburton Town (Main stage) plus fringe pub events : daily from 10am to 12midnight. Top International Blues, with Dr Feelgood, The Wildcards, Ian Parker. Fabulous support acts include: SmokeStack, Ernie's Rythym Section, Bad Knees Blues Band, JT and The Crackers, Ian Briggs and The Supervampers, Steve Dow. fringe bands include Marty T Jackson, Vince Lee Duo, Smokey Joe, Blues Swayed Blues. Young Bands include The Great Escape, Mudjack. Guitar and Blues Harp workshops,great local food and drink. www.ashburtonbluesfestival.com

Saturday 31st May
A Car Boot Sale at The Old Market Field, Totnes Road, Paignton - 7am.

Saturday 31st May
A Farmers Market at The Village Hall, Down Thomas : 10am-12noon. Down Thomas holding its first Farmers Market to promote local produce and perhaps some crafts. Fresh meat, vegetables and farm produce will be available to buy. Car park available at Silver Jubilee Hall. Cafe refreshments on offer too.

Saturday 31st May until Sunday 1st June
Open Gardens Weekend at Aveton Gifford : 11.30am- 5pm. Visit the gardens of Aveton Gifford. Tickets £3 can be bought in advance from the village shop, or on the day from The Memorial Hall. Children go free. Coffee, lunches and cream teas are avaliable, and all proceeds go to the new eco-friendly village store.

Sunday 1st June
Diptford Horse Show & Gymkhana at Avonwick near South Brent : From 9am. Now in its 36th year and is a fun show suitable for all the family. In addition to the normal show events such as showing and jumping classes, there is also Dog Agility. No charge for spectator entry. All funds are donated to charity, thsi year, Devon Air Ambulance, World Horse Welfare, and charitable organisations within the village of Diptford.

Sunday 1st June
The 6th annual Voyager Canoe Races to be held on Bow Creek off The Maltsters Arms at Tuckenhay, to benefit the RNLI and the Chernobyl Childrens Project. Starts 1.15pm. Eight teams to races 10 races in 3 hours for the Tuckenhay Voyager Cup. Phone 01803 865301. www.canoeadventures.co.uk

Sunday 1st June
From Ocean to Table at Beesands : 2pm - 3pm. From the coast of South Devon to some of London's top restaurants, Britanna Shellfish take, prepare and sell the freshest fish and shellfish from our shores. Learn how it's done on a visit to the vivier tanks with live crabs and lobsters. Then stroll to their new seafood cafe and shop by the sea. Meet at Britanna Shellfish, off the road downhill into Beesands - half a mile before the village and beach, (map ref: SX 817 407) at 2pm. The tour finishes at 3pm after which you could explore the beach and nearby ley and bird hide. Adults £3, children £1. This event is part of the South Devon AONB spring/summer events programme.

Monday 2nd June
Baby "Ark" at: Kingsbridge Methodist Church, 100 Fore St, Kingsbridge : 2pm-3.45pm. A friendly drop-in group for babies, toddlers and their families. Grandparents who care for grandchildren and expectant parents welcome. Cost £1 per family inc's refreshments. Play corner for older children. All welcome. For more information contact Morwenna on 01548 856900.

Monday 2nd June
Loddiswell Handbell ringers would like to invite anyone interested in having a go at handbell ringing (aged 10 -110 years old) - Loddiswell Parish Church from 7.30pm. You do not need to be able to read music -although knowing your left hand from your right is useful. Contact Denise 07846 167960 or Hazel 01548 550098.

Tuesday 3rd June
Elizabethan Charity Market on the Civic Hall Forecourt, Totnes. Organised by The Totnes Elizabethan Society 9am to 3pm.

Tuesday 3rd June until Sunday 8th June
Meeting Point : Photography & Sculpture Exhibition at Harbour House, The Promenade, Kingsbridge : 10am-5pm. Photographs of city graffiti and local countryside by Mei Lim, and sculpture inspired by mythology from Joanna Martins. www.harbourhouse.org.uk

Wednesday 4th June
A Coffee Morning at Korniloff Retirement Home, Bigbury 10:30am - 12noon. Raising money for Devon Air Ambulance.

Wednesday 4th June
A Coffee Morning at All Saints Church, Malborough : 10.45am-12noon - follows the 10am. Holy Communion Service. There is no charge but donations towards Church funds would be appreciated. A chance to make new friends.

Friday 6th June
The Going Public Theatre Company presenting 'The Tiger, the Snitch and the Chest of Drawers' at Ivybridge Methodist Church : 7.30pm - Family show ( age 5 upwards) showing a quirky twist on the Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe. Tickets available at www.goingpublic.org.uk or 07710 231529 £5 ( £3 concs)

Saturday 7th June
A Car Boot Sale at The Old Market Field, Totnes Road, Paignton - 7am.

Saturday 7th June
Kingsbridge Farmers Market - Town Square Kingsbridge : 9am-1pm. Seasonal vegetables and fruit are on offer along with freshly baked delicacies, cheeses, smoked goods, chillies, chocolates.

Saturday 7th June
A Coffee Morning and Bring & Buy Sale at Abbeyfield House, Trehill Rd, Ivybridge : 10am-12noon. Run by Friends of Abbeyfield Ivybridge, raising funds for residents outings etc. See what Abbeyfield in Ivybridge has to offer and meet volunteers and residents.

Saturday 7th June
Rockpool Ramble at Wembury Marine Centre, Wembury beach : 2.30pm-4pm. Join the staff at the marine centre for a guided tour of the local rockpools. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Charges £1 per adult, 50p per child, £2.50 per family (up to 2 adults and 4 children). Please wear sensible footwear as the rocks can be slippery and the rockpools fairly deep. For more info go to www.wemburymarinecentre.org

Saturday 7th June
Joey and the Lips at Ivybridge Rugby Football Club. Doors open 7.30pm - supported by the Limelight Disco. Tickets £15 available from the Social Secretary or Jim behind the bar.

Saturday 7th June
Dursley Male Voice Choir at St Mary's Church, High Street, Totnes : 7.30pm. Thirteen year old Paul Fraser will also be playing solo recorder. The choir typically numbers 60-70 singers. It is renowned for it's excellent diction and delicious sounds. The proceeds from this event will be shared between St. Mary's Church abd Save-the-Children. Tickets £8 can be bought at the Save-the Children Shop, Fore Street, Totnes or at the door on the night.

Saturday 7th June
Concert featuring the Kingmen Barbershop Chorus and the Stannary Brass Band of Tavistock at The Flavel Centre, Dartmouth : 7.30pm. www.kingsmen.org.uk www.communigate.co.uk/twc/stannarybrassbandoftavistock Tickets available £7.50 adults/£6.50 children from the Flavel Centre Box Office 01803 839530.

Saturday 7th June
Handkerchief Tree Celebration at Lukesland Gardens, Ivybridge : 7.30pm. An evening tour of Lukesland Gardens to view their wonderful handkerchief trees in full bloom, followed by a fascinating and entertaining one-man show about plant hunter EH Wilson, who first brought seeds of the handkerchief tree back to Britain from China. Adults £8/ Children £5 (includes glass of wine or tea) All profits to St Luke's Hospice, Plymouth Advance booking only 01752 691749 www.lukesland.co.uk

Sunday 8th June
Open Gardens at Mothecombe House, Holbeton from 2-5.30pm, in aid of The National Gardens Scheme. Admission £3.50 for adults, children free. Home made teats and plants on sale. Ample parking. No dos allowed.

Monday 9th June
Baby "Ark" at: Kingsbridge Methodist Church, 100 Fore St, Kingsbridge : 2pm-3.45pm. A friendly drop-in group for babies, toddlers and their families. Grandparents who care for grandchildren and expectant parents welcome. Cost £1 per family inc's refreshments. Play corner for older children. All welcome. For more information contact Morwenna on 01548 856900.

Tuesday 10th June
Elizabethan Charity Market on the Civic Hall Forecourt, Totnes. Organised by The Totnes Elizabethan Society 9am to 3pm.

Tuesday 10th June until Sunday 22nd June
Shapes of Nature Art Exhibition at Harbour House, The Promenade, Kingsbridge : 10am-5pm. Sculpture, glass and paintings, all inspired by the shapes of nature. There will be a gallery talk with glass artist Carole Rolfe on Thursday 12th June at 12noon. Everybody is welcome to this informal event, and admission is free. www.harbourhouse.org.uk

Friday 13th June until Sunday 15th June
'A Galaxy Of Hats' exhibition at St Michael and All Angels Church, Loddiswell : 10am-6pm.

Friday 13th June
An Evening with Noel Harrison at Cornwood Village Hall : 7.30pm. Noel Harrison, former Hollywood star of stage and screen, now living in Devon. From the still fabulous 'Windmills of Your Mind' to country tunes, standards and many more, interlaced with anecdotes, comic asides and great audience rapport. Tickets £6 from Cornwood Post Office or from Sheila on 01752 837630. Part of Villages in Action's professional performance programme for the year. Supported by Arts Council, South Hams District Council and Devon County Council.

Friday 13th June
Woodlands Park Friends Association 'Off the Peg' Fashion Show at Woodlands Park Primary School, Ivybridge : Doors open at 7;30pm, show starts at 8pm. A variety of clothes will be modelled and a large selection of everyday items will be available to buy on the night. Tickets in advance £6 (this includes a glass of wine and snacks). Please phone Katie Johnston on 07974 110502 or Beverley Wilson on 07766 294919/01752 894757.

Saturday 14th June
A Car Boot Sale at The Old Market Field, Totnes Road, Paignton - 7am.

Saturday 14th June
South West Coastal Path Walk starting from Torcross (car park opposite Start Bay Inn) : 10am. To raise money for Children's Hospice South West. Dartmouth Friends Group are walking the Torcross to Dartmouth section, about 10 miles. Contact Liz Roe on 01803 833232 for details and sponsor forms.

Saturday 14th June until Sunday 15th June
A Scarecrow Trail at Newton Ferrers on from 10.30am-5pm. Lots of scarecrows - competitions and puzzles - coffee, lunch and tea at Holy Cross church - free parking - a fun time for all ages! Admission by trail map/competition form £2 per adult; children's picture quiz 50p - all available from the church.

Saturday 14th June
A Summer Fayre at Stokenham Primary School : 4pm-6:30pm. Annual event to raise funds for the school. Attractions to include prize draw, swimming for the children, local jazz band, BBQ, cream teas & many stalls.

Sunday 15th June
Songs Of Praise at St Michaels and All Angels Church, Loddiswell : 6.30pm

Monday 16th June
Baby "Ark" at: Kingsbridge Methodist Church, 100 Fore St, Kingsbridge : 2pm-3.45pm. A friendly drop-in group for babies, toddlers and their families. Grandparents who care for grandchildren and expectant parents welcome. Cost £1 per family inc's refreshments. Play corner for older children. All welcome. For more information contact Morwenna on 01548 856900.

Tuesday 17th June
Elizabethan Charity Market on the Civic Hall Forecourt, Totnes. Organised by The Totnes Elizabethan Society 9am to 3pm.

Tuesday 17th June
Jazz in the Garden at Lukesland Gardens, Ivybridge : 6pm till dusk. Enjoy the talented Big and Jazz bands of Ivybridge Community College. TAke a picnic. Bar and refreshments available. All proceeds to Street Children of Nepal Trust. Tickets £7/£5 from Lukesland 01752 691749 or Ivybridge Community College 01752 691000. Advance booking only.

Thursday 19th June
Demonstration of Water Colour Techniques at Harbour House, The Promenade, Kingsbridge : 12noon. Join local artist Jennifer Johnson for a demonstration of watercolour techniques. Admission is free, but come early as this is a popular event. www.harbourhouse.org.uk

Saturday 21st June
A Car Boot Sale at The Old Market Field, Totnes Road, Paignton - 7am.

Saturday 21st June until Sunday 29th June
South Brent Carnival Week

Saturday 21st June until Sunday 22nd June
Children's Hospice South West's 5th Dartmouth Art Weekend at Royal Avenue Gardens, Dartmouth : 10am-4pm. 30+ artists, sculptors, photographers and craftworkers, displaying their talents in Royal Avenue Gardens. Children's activities, good homemade food, and lots of interesting artists to talk to.

Saturday 21st June
Salcombe - Kingsbridge Estuary Views & Foreshore : 2pm - 4.30pm. A circular walk along Kingsbridge and Bowcombe Creeks and back over the hill between, to investigate sheltered rocky shores, saltmarshes and estuarine birds, so bring binoculars and an ID guide if you have them. About 2.5 miles, with a few level but slippery rocks and a short but steep climb. Meet at the Kingsbridge Tourist Information Centre on Kingsbridge Quay (map ref: SX 735 441) at 2pm, return at 4.30pm. Please wear wellies or walking boots. Adults £3, children £1. This event is part of the South Devon AONB spring/summer events programme.

Saturday 21st June
Mtiebi Georgian Male Voice Choir at South Brent Village Hall : 8pm. 9-piece male choir from Georgia in the Caucasian Mountains, traditional a cappella song with energetic traditional dance. Afternoon voice workshop for all abilities, 2pm. The real deal. In Britain for short tour. Tickets £9 and £6 from Artworks, South Brent, or telephone Jane 01364 72617. Bar available, please bring a picnic. Part of Villages in Action's programme of professional events for the year. Supported by Arts Council and South Hams District Council and Devon County Council.

Sunday 22nd June
Farming For The Birds at Southdown Farm, Malborough : 2pm - 4.30pm. The specialised crop, which is sold to the public and the RSPB, attracts traditional farmland birds - cirl buntings, skylarks, yellowhammers and more. Enjoy a guided walk around this 446 acre National Trust farm. Meet at 2pm at Southdown Farm (signed from Malborough - map ref: SX 700 385) return at 4.30pm. Some steep hills. Adults £3, children £1. Bird seed will be on sale after the walk. This event is part of the South Devon AONB spring/summer events programme.

Sunday 22nd June
Open Gardens at Mothecombe House, Holbeton from 2pm-5.30pm, in aid of The National Gardens Scheme. Admission £3.50 for adults, children free. Home made teats and plants on sale. Ample parking. No dos allowed.

Monday 23rd June
Baby "Ark" at: Kingsbridge Methodist Church, 100 Fore St, Kingsbridge : 2pm-3.45pm. A friendly drop-in group for babies, toddlers and their families. Grandparents who care for grandchildren and expectant parents welcome. Cost £1 per family inc's refreshments. Play corner for older children. All welcome. For more information contact Morwenna on 01548 856900.

Tuesday 24th June
Elizabethan Charity Market on the Civic Hall Forecourt, Totnes. Organised by The Totnes Elizabethan Society 9am to 3pm.

Tuesday 24th June
Parent Carers Voice at The Methodist Church Hall, Kingsbridge : 10am-12noon. For children with special / additional needs - providing support, opportunity to meet and talk to people who understand, information to access services and a chance to voice your opinions and influence the way services for children are planned and delivered. Speakers- Peter Squire, Joint Agence Manager and Peter Holman from Parent Partnership who will deliver short assertiveness training. Very pleased to welcome new parent carers.

Friday 27th June
Race Night at Kingsbridge Rugby Club, High House. Kingsbridge : 7pm-11pm. To raise funds to improve club facilities for members and visitors. Admission by ticket only including supper. Why not sponsor a horse and then watch it win! Ticket and sponsorship details available from Elizabeth Beweley-Jones 01548 857130.

Saturday 28th June
A Car Boot Sale at The Old Market Field, Totnes Road, Paignton - 7am.

Saturday 28th June
Widecombe Village Market at The Church House, Widecombe-in-the-Moor : 9.30am-3pm.

Saturday 28th June
Loddiswell Parish Church Fete in the grounds of New Mill, Loddiswell. BBQ from 1pm, fete from 2pm. Includes Duck race on the River Avon

Saturday 28th June
South Brent Carnival Procession - starts 6pm

Saturday 28th June
Mulberry Race Night at The Globe Inn, Buckfastleigh : 8pm. A race night in aid of local charity Lifeworks who support children and young people with learning disabilities. An opportunity to own a racehorse for the evening; only £3. Also why not form a syndicate and bid on the night in the Mulberry Auction Race. A fun evening is guaranteed. For further information about the event call Jo, Mike or Lis on 01803 840744 or email joparsons@lifeworks-uk.org For further information about Lifeworks future events and projects visit www.lifeworks-uk.org