Events could be subject to amendment, please verify with event organisers.

Throughout May

May in Trap
Welcome to the very busy month of May in Trap. As usual the month is filled with events that are fun and to everybody's taste. The café is open from Monday to Saturday 11am to 1.30pm (except for Wednesday). Come for a quick meal, drink and home made cakes in a clean and friendly environment.

Every Saturday morning at 9.45 in the morning come and savour the 'healthy way of living' that is Tai Chi.

If you want to join the world of Technology join us in the Old School, Trap, Monday morning at 10 o’clock. Go on line, email with sympathetic tutors under the care of Claire.

On the second Sunday in the month of May - the 12th, at 11 o’clock, Trap Show will hold its annual Fun Run that will start outside the Cennen Arms. The money raised this year will go towards 'Braintrust', 'The British Heart Association' and Trap Show. Come and take part, walk, run, or just enjoy the atmosphere in one of the most beautiful areas in Carmarthenshire.

The President of Trap W.I. would like to invite you to join this active and friendly organization in Trap. They meet on the second Tuesday in every month. In May at the Old School they will be welcoming Mr Tony Waters who will be reflecting on the Welsh element on the Titanic. You will be welcomed and given every opportunity to follow your interests and expand your horizons.

If your wish is to keep up with the recent films join our film club and see; from the memorable musical, 'Les Miserables' on the 24th of May at 7.30. Come prepared with your box of tissues. A warm welcome is extended to all.

A clay pigeon shoot has been arranged for 12 o’clock on the 25th of May in Llansawel, under the auspices of Trap Show through kind permission of Llansawel Clay Shooting Club. President for the day is Mr. Keith Roberts of Roberts Concrete. A warm welcome is extended to all.

On the 26th of May, under the auspices of Trap Show, a Gymkhana is to be held at Beacons Equestrian, one of the finest arenas in the country. Come and enjoy the competition close to the beautiful scenic Pale Cwrt.

'Craft and Chat' is on the last Friday in May at 7.30 pm. Share and swap skills. Learn to knit, sew, crotchet and recycle. Become a productive 'busy bee'!

Throughout May

Medicines in May 2013 - A Festival of Plants & Health
National Botanic Garden of Wales, Llanarthne, Carmarthenshire SA32 8HG.
Plants have been used for thousands of years to treat illnesses. But how relevant are they to 21st century medicine? The National Botanic Garden of Wales will help you decide. To do this, we are hosting a series of talks, courses, exhibitions and fun activities throughout May 2013. All events are FREE with admission.

Some of the Medicines in May highlights are:

• 'Poisons Day' - discover the historical uses myths and magic association with poisonous plants.
• 'Meet the Apothecary' - Professor Terry Turner, creator of the National Botanic Garden’s Apothecaries’ Hall, is on hand to talk about the wonderful Victorian pharmacy collection.
• Honey, I Cured The Kids - the past, present and future uses of honey - Mother Nature’s great healer.
• Pirates, Pepper and Plague - Chance Encounters Theatre will transport you back to what life was like in the Garden in the 17th century.
• The Secret to Growing Great Herbs - with Andy Cook of Rhoshill nursery.

Plus a full Key Stage 2 school programme and lifelong learning courses, such as Herbs in the Hedgerow and Herbs for Beginners. For more details or to request a Medicines in May brochure, visit our website.
Contact: gardenofwales.org.uk  01558 667149

Now - 23 May

Sblash Plant Bach
Ammanford Leisure Centre.
Bring your little ones to Ammanford Leisure Centre every Thursday between 1.15pm - 1.45pm to Sblash. There will be a swimming session for parents and babies in the pool for £3.75. After the swimming session there will be tea and coffee served upstairs between 2pm - 3pm where you will be able to relax and have a chat with the other parents whilst the children play. Below there is a list of different activites which will occur every Thursday.

• 02.05.13 - Designed To Smile
• 09.05.13 - Homestart Dinefwr
• 16.05.13 - 'Tiny Talk'
• 23.05.13 - Storytelling

Contact: menterbrodinefwr.org  01558 825336

Now - October

Heritage Tours with Tea
Stradey Castle, Llanelli SA15 4PL.
2.30pm Tuesdays and 1st Sunday of every month.
Contact: stradeycastle.com  01554 774626

2, 3, 4, 9, 10, 11, 16, 17, 18, 23, 24, 25 May

Gilded Lili Craft Events
The Elli Shopping Centre Llanelli.
8.30am to 4.30pm.
Contact:   01554 750432

2 May - 2 June

Whats On at the Ceridwen Centre
Ceridwen Centre, Pen-y-banc Farm, Drefach-Felindre, Llandysul, Carmarthenshire SA44 5XE.

• May 2 - Tai Chi Workshop - Rising Dragon - The second in a series of four workshops called 'Bringing Tai Chi to Life' with Rising Dragon Tai Chi. All levels are welcome to attend individual or the group of sessions. Cost is £20 per session or £72 for all four. ceridwencentre.co.uk
• May 13 to 17 - Retreat Holiday for Dogs and their Owners - Relax and spend quality time with your best friend, learn new techniques and therapies to improve behaviour, well-being and happiness. retreatholidaysfordogsandthierowners.yolasite.com
• May 31 - Creative Writing Workshop - An opportunity to learn with creative writing tutors Marcus Moore and Sara-Jane Arbury doing stimulating and fun writing exercises for all abilities. Cost is £6.50 and includes a hot drink. 01559 370517.
• May 31 to 2 June - 'Room to Write' Creative Writing Weekend - The first of our two 'Room To Write' creative writing courses for 2013. If you fancy stretching your mind and imagination with a plethora of word games, writing exercises, discussions, readings, one-to-one tutorials and instructive workshops, then this is the weekend for you. 01285 640470.

Contact: ceridwencentre.co.uk  01559 370517

3 May - 31 October

Photography Workshops with Andy Davies
Dinefwr Park, Llandeilo, WWT National Wetland Centre Wales, Llanelli and Glaspant Manor, Capel Iwan
Join Welsh photographer Andy Davies for a memorable day learning the essentials of creative digital photography. £95 for one day workshop (plus entrance fee for Dinefwr Park / Wetlands Centre). Digital compact cameras or digital single lens reflex cameras (DSLRs) with interchangeable lenses required.

National Wetland Centre Wales Workshops (Fridays)
(andydavies.info/pages/workshops/llanelli.html):

• May - 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th, 31st.
• June - 7th, 14th, 21st.
• July - 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th.

Dinefwr Park Workshops (Saturdays)
(andydavies.info/pages/workshops/dinefwr.html):

• May - 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th.
• June - 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th.
• July - 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th.
• September - 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th.
• October - 5th, 12th, 17th, 24th, 31st.

Glaspant Manor, Capel Iwan, Newcastle Emlyn
(andydavies.info/pages/workshops/glaspant.html):

• May - 17th.

Contact: andydavies.info    01267 268061 or 07977 562321    

9 May

Lights, Camera & Action for Carmarthen
Carmarthen Castle Gatehouse.
Carmarthen gets the A-list treatment as Nissan roles into town. HOLLYWOOD may well be over 5,000 miles away from Carmarthen but on Thursday 9th May residents will be able to get up close and personal with a real A-lister as Nissan and The Dark Knight Rises Tumbler rolls into town.

As part of Nissan’s Built To Thrill campaign, the famous ‘Tumbler’ featured in blockbuster The Dark Knight Rises will be on public display at Carmarthen Castle Gatehouse between 4pm till 6pm. The event is being hosted by Nissan to celebrate the handover of a bespoke one-off Juke Nismo DKR which has been won by a yet to be announced local resident.

Inspired by The Tumbler’s high-octane adrenalin, the Juke Nismo DKR includes gadgets and gizmos that wouldn’t look amiss in Hollywood. These include ‘Bat Signal’ lights built into the wing mirrors that project the iconic symbol at night and a bespoke styling kit designed specifically by Nismo, Nissan’s specialist performance team. The only vehicle of its kind in the world, locals will be seeing a lot more of it after Carmarthen’s winner is unveiled and takes delivery of the keys after the public display.
Contact:   0161 669 4708

10 May

Sinfonia Cymru presents: Classic Conversation
Pontyberem Memorial Hall.
7.30pm. This May, Sinfonia Cymru launches an exciting new strand called 'Classic Conversations' which brings artists together to explore repertoire that really means something to them. To begin this new project, International Maestro Carlo Rizzi and acclaimed British pianist Benjamin Grosvenor join Sinfonia Cymru to do just that, and share with audiences their passion for these romantic masterpieces by Mendelssohn, Schumann, Scriabin and Beethoven. Booking is now open - join in the conversation!

Programme:
MENDELSSOHN: Overture - The Hebrides (Fingal's Cave) Op. 26.
SCHUMANN: Piano Concerto in A minor, Op. 54.
SCRIABIN: Mazurkas, Op. 3.
BEETHOVEN: Symphony No. 2 in D major, Op. 36.

Conductor - Carlo Rizzi.
Piano - Benjamin Grosvenor.

Tickets:
Full price £12, Concessions £9, Friends of Sinfoni £11 / Concessions £8.
*NEW OFFER - Under 27’s £4 (Available to all those aged 27 years and under. ID may be required on purchase. Half price programmes for £1).

Tickets: ticketsource.co.uk   or Pontyberem Post Office, Coalbrook Road, SA15 5HU.

10 May

Wine Tasting
Lolfa Cynin, Llety Cynin Leisure Club, Llangynin Road, St. Clears SA33 4JR.
Wine Tasting Evening. Come along and taste a variety of wines from all over the world with our expert from Celtic Wines. Tickets are £10 each to include all wines. To book, please call 01994 232773.
Contact: lolfacynin.co.uk  01994 232773

10, 11, & 12 May

The South & West Wales Caravan & Motorhome Show
United Counties Showground, Carmarthen.
10am - 5pm. Contact: daffodilevents.co.uk  01570 470783

10 - 23 May

Art Exhibition - Elaine Graham
Aberglasney Gardens, Llangathen, Carmarthenshire SA32 8QH.
Contact: aberglasney.org  01558 668998

11 May

Driver Experience Day
Gwili Steam Railway, Bronwydd Arms Station, Carmarthen SA33 6HT.
Contact: gwili-railway.co.uk  01267 238213

11 May

Craft Fair
National Wool Museum Wales, Drefach Felindre, Llandysul, Carmarthenshire SA44 5UP.
A craft fair will be held at the National Wool Museum on Saturday 11 May, following the high number of over 700 visitors that attended the National Wool Museum’s annual Christmas Craft Fair last year. There will be free entry to the craft fair, which will start at 10am until 3pm where there will be over twenty stalls selling jewellery, upcycled clothing, glass work, woollen crafts, woodwork and more.
Contact: museumwales.ac.uk  02920 573070

11 May

Spring Fair
Trimsaran Leisure Centre.
We will also be visited by some Children’s mascots on the day, Gloria Gator and Minnie Mouse (lookalike). Entry for adults £1 free for children.
Contact: 01554 810155

11 May

Craft Market
Antioch centre, Copperworks Rd, Llanelli.
Set up to promote crafts in Llanelli. It will be open to arts, crafts and produce vendors only. will be held on second Saturday of the month! starts 9th march, other dates are - April 13th, May 11th & June 8th. Times 9.30 till 2.30.
Contact: facebook.com

11 May

Mayor’s Charity Appeal Committee - Barbecue with the Mayor
Ystrad Farm, Llansteffan Road, Carmarthen.
Barbecue with the Mayor at the Mayor’s home (weather permitting). 7pm. Tickets at £5 available from Committee members or from the Town Council, St Peters Civic Hall, Carmarthen.
Contact: sirgarblog.blogspot.co.uk  01267 222326

11 May

Painting Day with Jan M Bligh (Watercolour Society of Wales)
WWT National Wetland Centre Wales, Llwynhendy, Llanelli, Carmarthenshire SA14 9SH.
All courses run from 10 am to 4.30pm with a break for lunch from 12.30pm - 2.00pm. The courses are designed for all adult artists and the emphasis is on enjoyment, encouragement and personal achievement at your own level. A little basic knowledge is preferable. Please bring your own materials. You will make a study of the life and painting methods of the featured artist and then use his inspiration and techniques in your own work. Advance booking essential as places are limited to 12. Cost - £30.00 per person; £5 deposit payable in advance, balance on the day. To book please contact the centre on 01554 741087.
Contact: wwt.org.uk  01554 741087

11 May

Carmarthen Town Park Fun Day and Spring Plant Fair
Carmarthen Town Park.
Free event. Ammanford Town Band 2-4pm. Spray Art Tattoos 2-4pm. Midi Slide Bouncy Nemo Fun, Ball pit. Plant Fair - Our members range from plant nurseries to garden designers. Our growers will have stands with quality local plants and other members will be on hand to help and advise you on all your gardening matters.
Contact: carmarthenshiregrowers.co.uk  01554 758516

11 May

Craft Market
Merlins Walk, Carmarthen.

11 & 12 May

West Wales Food Festival
National Botanic Garden of Wales, Llanarthne, Carmarthenshire SA32 8HG.
The biggest names in the Welsh food world are taking a starring role in the West Wales Food Festival on May 11-12. The Festival, held at the National Botanic Garden, features the best Welsh lamb, pork and beef, Bryn Williams, Penderyn whisky, Stephen Terry, Welsh cakes, Dudley Newbery, the choicest cheeses, Hybu Cig Cymru, Patchwork Traditional Foods, Shaun Hill, Castell Howell, Angela Gray and more. And there will be plenty of top-quality Welsh produce to try and buy, a full, weekend-long programme of chef demos and specialist talks, a chance to forage for food in the Garden, family activities and youngsters’ cooking sessions in the Pumpkin Patch children zone, plus music, magic and balloon modelling.

'Grow your own ' is a key theme for the weekend with the Botanic Garden -based project Growing The Future (GTF). GTF will be offering lots of taster sessions during the weekend from keeping chickens and bees, have a go at planting as well as plenty of growing activities for children to get involved.

The West Wales Food Festival runs from 10am-6pm on Saturday and Sunday May 11 and 12. If you are interested in attending Sunday night’s Gala Dinner, which starts with a champagne and canapés reception in the Great Glasshouse at 6.30pm and is followed by a three-course dinner, with each course cooked by a legend of the Welsh food scene, call 01558 667149. The West Wales Food Festival is sponsored by Castell Howell and Growing the Future.

Contact: gardenofwales.org.uk  01558 667149

11 & 12 May

Herbal First Aid Weekend
Waunifor, Maesycrugiau, Nr Pencader SA39 9LX.
Learn how to use herbs in common first aid and acute illnesses. We will explore what makes a herbal first aid kit, and prepare some herbal medicines, including a cream and a salve, to help you start your own kit. There will be a short walk to harvest local herbs. 10am till 4pm both days £85/£75 concession plus £20 to cover the materials you’ll use.
Contact: waunifor.com  01559 395437

12 May

Sunday Lunch Train
Gwili Steam Railway, Bronwydd Arms Station, Carmarthen SA33 6HT.
Contact: gwili-railway.co.uk  01267 238213

12 May

Gold Rush Fete Dolaucothi Goldmines
Dolaucothi Goldmines, Pumsaint, Llanwrda, Carmarthenshire SA19 8US.
Step back in time with us as we go back to the 1930's Gold Rush.
Contact: nationaltrust.org.uk/dolaucothi-gold-mines  01558 650177

12 May

National Garden Scheme Open Day
Llwyngarreg, Llanfallteg, Whitland, Carmarthenshire SA34 0XH.
1.30 pm - 6 pm Admission £3.50, children free.
Contact: ngs.org.uk  01994 240717

12 May

Sandwitch Folk Group
Carmarthen Town Park.
2-4. Art in the park, free materials from tea shop.

12 May

Pembrey Performance Driving School
Pembrey Motor Racing Circuit.
Contact: barc.net  01554 891042

13 May

Introduction to Bread Making
Lolfa Cynin, Llety Cynin Leisure Club, Llangynin Road, St. Clears SA33 4JR.
Our cookery classes are a 2 hour class / demonstration where you get to learn recipes, tricks and tips on how to cook all types of things! You also get to eat everything at the end of the class, while having a lovely chat with everyone else... Always wanted to know what makes bread rise, and how to get that nice crust? Come along to our introduction to bread making... You won’t regret it. £20.00 per person.- marmaladecookeryschool.co.uk
Contact: lolfacynin.co.uk  01994 232773

13 May - 15 June

Exhibition and display of works from Carmarthen Artists Network
The Gate, Pentre Rd, St Clears, Carmarthenshire SA33 4AA.
Contact: the-gate.org  01994 232726

13 - 19 May

Clean Coasts Week 2013
Various coastal locations.
Volunteer groups, individuals and businesses will be tackling litter across coastal areas in Wales. Registration is now open on our website keepwalestidy.org
Contact: keepwalestidy.org  029 2038 1736

15 May

Horse and Carriage Drive - British Driving Society
Dinefwr Park and Castle, Llandeilo SA19 6RT.
Horse and Carriage Drive at Dinefwr Park & Castle.
Contact: nationaltrust.org.uk/dinefwr  01558 824512

16 May

A Midsummer Night's Dream
Laugharne Castle.
7pm. Taking Flight Theatre Company presents Shakespeare's comic tale, A Midsummer Night's Dream. Fun and frolics for everyone - What more perfect way to spend a summer's night than with laughter, music and magic in one of Shakespeare's best loved plays set against the backdrop of Cadw's historic sites. Taking Flight is an exciting and innovative professional theatre company who work to break down the barriers which can prevent participation in the arts. Accessible to all, they offer a fresh, dynamic approach to Shakespeare. Adult £14; Child £5; Family £34; Concessions £7; Concession families £24. Personal assistants accompanying disabled patrons are free. To buy tickets ring the box office on 029 2025 9304.
Contact: cadw.wales.gov.uk  01554 890104

17 & 18 May

Museums at Night
Dinefwr Park and Castle, Llandeilo SA19 6RT.
Experience Dinefwr at night and join us for a special guided tour.
Contact: nationaltrust.org.uk/dinefwr  01558 824512

17 & 18 May

A Midsummer Night's Dream
Kidwelly Castle SA17 5BQ.
Friday 17th May - 7pm and Saturday 18th May - 6pm. Taking Flight Theatre Company presents Shakespeare's comic tale, A Midsummer Night's Dream. Fun and frolics for everyone - What more perfect way to spend a summer's night than with laughter, music and magic in one of Shakespeare's best loved plays set against the backdrop of Cadw's historic sites. Taking Flight is an exciting and innovative professional theatre company who work to break down the barriers which can prevent participation in the arts. Accessible to all, they offer a fresh, dynamic approach to Shakespeare. Adult £14; Child £5; Family £34; Concessions £7; Concession families £24. Personal assistants accompanying disabled patrons are free. To buy tickets ring the box office on 029 2025 9304.
Contact: cadw.wales.gov.uk  01554 890104

17 & 18 May

Annual Plant Sale
National Botanic Garden of Wales, Llanarthne, Carmarthenshire SA32 8HG.
Pick up some plants to spruce up your garden and home.
Contact: gardenofwales.org.uk  01558 667149

18 May

St. Clears YFC Agricultural Show
United Counties Showground, Carmarthen.
Contact: stclearsyfcshow.co.uk  07870 390734

18 May

Dinefwr Monthly Talk
Dinefwr Park and Castle, Llandeilo SA19 6RT.
The Rice Family of Dinefwr (Gerald Morgan, Aberystwyth University). 2pm.
Contact: nationaltrust.org.uk/dinefwr  01558 824512

18 May

Ceramic Students’ Pot Sale & Final Day of HOME FOR ORPHANED DISHES
Oriel Myrddin Gallery Church Lane, Carmarthen.
11am-2pm - Coleg Sir Gar’s BA Ceramics students will be exhibiting and selling their work in the gallery. 11am - We announce the winner of the 'unloveliest donated pot' competition. First prize: £20 gift-voucher for the gallery shop.
Contact: orielmyrddingallery.co.uk  01267 222775

18 May

Tree House and Fun Slide
Carmarthen Town Park.
Art/Quiz time in the park collect free from the tea shop.

18 May

Armed Forces Day
Merlin’s Walk, Carmarthen.

18 May

A Ride Through Time Motorcycle Show
Old school car park, Upper Brynamman.
The event runs from 10.30am - 5pm with an entry fee of £1.00. Classes of Classic, Vintage, Custom and Modern with trophies for best in class. Teas, coffees and burgers available followed by live music in the evening at The Bridge.
Contact: 07887 565710

18 & 19 May

Phil Bevan Track Day Bikes
Pembrey Motor Racing Circuit.
Contact: barc.net  01554 891042

19 May

Llanelli Sprint Triathlon
North Dock, Millennium Coastal Park, Llanelli
This is the first open water Triathlon on the Welsh circuit and always attracts a large field of athletes. The event attracts 1st time triathletes or those giving open water triathlon a go for the very first time to the very experienced quality triathletes from across the UK. The event takes place at the North Dock in the Millennium Coastal Park and starts with a 750m swim in the safe haven of the North Dock. A 30km bike ride follows and takes you down to the outskirts of the historic Town of Kidwelly which is a fast flat course before you return to transition at the North Dock. The 5km run takes you along the scenic Millennium Coastal Path with a fantastic finish outside the Discovery Centre. The event starts at 8am and there will be 3 mass swim starts. Triathletes can also donate or raise money for the John Hartson Cancer Foundation which is Healthy Life Activities official charity for 2013.
Contact: healthylifeactivities.co.uk  07968 859260

19 May

Taking Flight Theatre production
National Botanic Garden of Wales, Llanarthne, Carmarthenshire SA32 8HG. Contact: gardenofwales.org.uk  01558 667149

19 May

Conselation Big Band
Carmarthen Town Park.
2-4pm. Art/Quiz time in the park collect free from the tea shop.

21 - 30 May

Caneuon I’r Newydd Fyd (Songs for a New World)
Touring Welsh-language production - School of Performing Arts

• Neuadd Dwyfor 21st - 7pm. Box office: 01758 704088
• Theatr Soar 23rd - 7.30pm. Box office: 01685 722176
• The Gate 24th - 8pm. Box office: 02920 483344
• Theatr Halliwell 28th & 29th - 7.30pm. Box office: 01267 676669 ticketsource.co.uk/tsd
• Theatr Mwldan 30th - 7.30pm. Box office: 01239 621200

This is the first musical by Jason Robert Brown, an amalgamation of a number of songs and musicals that have been written. It talks about 'Hitting the wall and having a make and choice, or take a stand, or turn around and go back.' Exploring the decisions we make as individuals, whether or not to bring to an end a long-term relationship, reconcile with an ex-girlfriend, or even cast ourselves through our window on Fifth Avenue at a busy time. In this collection there are some of the best compositions from Brown, who takes audiences on a journey across the lives of twenty individuals.
School of Performing Arts.

24 May

Concert for Court Farm
St Illtyds Church, Pembrey.
Burry Port Male Voice Choir, Sarah Pottinger - Soprano, Pembrey School Choir, Brenda Morton Robert’s Musicians. 7pm. Tickets £5 available from Pembrey Pottery, The Saith Gallery, The Ticket Hut, Pembrey School.
Contact: Tickets can also be reserved via focf.info  0750 12169954

24 - 27 May

Carmarthen Landsailing Club
Pembrey Country Park, Pembrey, Llanelli, Carmarthenshire SA16 0EJ.
Activities on the beach at Pembrey Country Park. This is a spectator event.
Contact: sirgaerfyrddin.gov.uk  01554 742424

24 - 27 May

Llanelli Festival of Walks
Llanelli Ramblers organise and host the annual Llanelli Festival of Walks, a Spring Bank Holiday event that has attracted hundreds of visitors to the town since its beginnings in 1995 and has established Llanelli as a popular centre for walking. The 2013 Festival of Walks will run from 24th - 27th May and is open to all; non-members as well as members.
Contact: llanelliramblers.org.uk  01269 831110

24 May - 6 June

Art Exhibition - Marilyn Wheeler
Aberglasney Gardens, Llangathen, Carmarthenshire SA32 8QH.
Contact: aberglasney.org  01558 668998

25 May

Saturday Show Night
Ffos Las Racecourse.
We are pleased to hold our very first Saturday night fixture on Saturday 25 May; 'Saturday Show Night'.

On this summer evening you can expect superb jump racing action combined with live music after racing to take you late in to night.

Entertainment after racing features tribute acts, John Prescott as Tom Jones, New 2 as U2 and Mike performing as Robbie Williams.

Special Saturday Night packages available.
Contact: ffoslasracecourse.com  01554 811092

25 May

Baby Land Fun Bouncer and Combo Bouncer
Carmarthen Town Park.
Bingo time in the park 1-2pm (Adults Only). Art/Quiz in the park free from the tea room.

25 May

Puppet Show
Merlin’s Walk, Carmarthen.

25 May

Active Park with Gwendraeth Area Team
Mynydd Mawr.
A day for the whole family including archery, a hawk display, learn survival skills, celtic laser, cycling and more. 10am-4pm with free admission.
Contact: 01554 744352

25 & 26 May

Welsh Festival of Motorsport
Pembrey Motor Racing Circuit.
Contact: barc.net  01554 891042

25, 26 & 27 May

Hobbies Weekend
National Botanic Garden of Wales, Llanarthne, Carmarthenshire SA32 8HG.
There’ll be hobbies and handicrafts of all kinds at the National Botanic Garden of Wales on 25-27 May. With displays of dolls’ houses by West Glamorgan Dolls’ House Society, jewellery demonstrations by Maggie C Jones, Dinefwr Photographic Society, British Woodcarvers’ Association, patchwork, quilting, lacemaking and more, there’ll be something for all the family.

There’ll be plenty to interest visitors around the Garden, in Principality House and in the stunning Great Glasshouse. For lovers of the great outdoors, there’s a chance to see the Garden at its most beautiful, along with canoes on the Garden’s splendid necklace of lakes. The Ladies’ Welsh fly-fishing team will be at the Garden for the first time too to offer some top tips.

Swansea Astronomical Society Talks will be held on Saturday, 25 May. The magical Jugglestruck will entertain little ones on Sunday and Monday and the fabulous Quack Pack will entertain all ages on the Monday. Fiddlebox will provide musical entertainment throughout the weekend and Wirral Choir will perform at 1pm on Monday.
Contact: gardenofwales.org.uk  01558 667149

25 - 27 May

Time and Time Again... You Have an Important Date at Gwili Railway, Don’t Be Late
Gwili Railway, Carmarthen.
In partnership with Gwili Railway. Directed by Elise Davison co-founder of taking Flight Theatre Company, Assisted by Simon-Morgan Thomas. 7.30pm. Tickets £10 full-price and £8 concession. Available at Gwili Railway on 01267 238213. Office hours 10am to 4pm Monday to Friday or gwili-railway.co.uk

The train leaves at 7.30pm precisely - don't be late - you have a very important date. Inspired by the writings of Lewis Caroll get ready for a nostalgic trip down memory lane. There are many twists and turns along the way follow some familiar characters or simply get swept away into your very own weird and curious wonderland where everything is not quite as it seems - wear sensible foot wear and wrap up warm the warm days can be deceptive!
School of Performing Arts.

25 - 27 May

Passion, Power and Shakespeare's Justice
Carmarthen Castle.
In partnership with Carmarthenshire County Council. Directed by Lynne Seymour - a founding member of Mappa Mundi Theatre Company Wales. 2pm and 6pm. There is no charge for tickets but you will have to book in advance at Castle House in the grounds of Carmarthen Castle or you can book by calling 01267 231557.

This production will draw you into the festival world of intrigue, power and justice through some of Shakespeare's most poignant scenes. Carmarthen Castle is set in the heart of town and thousands walk and drive past it daily, but have you ever stopped to really look at it and think of the stories and history it has seen? The graduating students of the School of Performing Arts will present the Castle in a different light, we hope you will join them in their journey of discovery.
School of Performing Arts.

25 May - 2 June

Duckery Tours
WWT National Wetland Centre Wales, Llwynhendy, Llanelli, Carmarthenshire SA14 9SH.
Exclusive behind-the-scenes tours of our duckling nursery. Suitable for all ages.
Contact: wwt.org.uk  01554 741087

26 May

Antiques and Flea Market
United Counties Showground, Carmarthen.
Contact: towyevents.co.uk  01267 236569

26 May

Busy Fingers Saxaphone Choir
Carmarthen Town Park.
2-4pm. Gluten Free Presentation and Tasting. Art/Quiz in the park free from the tea room.

27 May

Wirral Choir
National Botanic Garden of Wales, Llanarthne, Carmarthenshire SA32 8HG.
Lunchtime concert on the stage from 1pm & music.
Contact: gardenofwales.org.uk  01558 667149

27 May

Spanish Tapas
Lolfa Cynin, Llety Cynin Leisure Club, Llangynin Road, St. Clears SA33 4JR.
Our cookery classes are a 2 hour class / demonstration where you get to learn recipes, tricks and tips on how to cook all types of things! You also get to eat everything at the end of the class, while having a lovely chat with everyone else... So why not come along to our Spanish Tapas evening? Let’s get cooking... like the Spanish do... £20.00 per person. - marmaladecookeryschool.co.uk
Contact: lolfacynin.co.uk  01994 232773

27 May

Llandovery Carnival
Llandovery.

27 May

Rocks Roads and Riots!
Llangadog Green and Community Hall.
Come and discover the Lime Industrial Heritage of the Black Mountains at Llangadog Village Green on Monday 27th May Bank Holiday! Come along and discover more about the past, present and future of lime at the CALCH Festival. Experts will be on hand with displays and demonstrations of how lime is made and its uses. There will be talks, storytelling and hands on activities for all the family. A FREE minibus will be leaving the Village Green to take people up the mountain for guided tours around the Black Mountain Quarries. The day is organised by Dyfed Archaeological Trust and Brecon Beacons National Park Authority as part of the CALCH project and coincides with the Fforest Fawr Geopark festival.

The event is free and will run from 10 am to 4.30pm. Who knows... maybe Rebecca and her sisters will make an appearance! To find out more about the Lime Heritage Discovery Day contact Menna Bell at the Dyfed Archaeological Trust.   Tel: 01558 825997.

To find out more about the CALCH project visit calch.org.uk

CALCH is a partnership project and one of 24 schemes to benefit from Cadw’s £19 million Heritage Tourism Project which is funded by the European Regional Development Fund through the Welsh Government. CALCH is also funded by the Aggregates Levy Fund for Wales, the Brecon Beacons National Park Sustainable Development Fund and, the Brecon Beacons Trust.
Contact: dyfedarchaeology.org.uk  01558 825209

27, 28 & 29 May

Bags, Tags and Gasmasks
Tin Shed Experience 1940's Museum, Laugharne.
In partnership with Tin Shed Experience. Directed by James Scannell and John Quirk. 27th May at 7.30pm. 28th & 29th May at 11am, 2.30pm and 7.30pm. Tickets £4 available online at tinshedexperience.co.uk/events. For more information 07974 106157.

The war years saw many displaced people all over Europe; but even in the United Kingdom, tens of thousands of city children were packed off to a rural environment far from the world they knew. Using this stimulus as a jumping off point, the students have researched the period and made an immersive piece of theatre, which seeks to enhance the Tin Shed Experience; they have tried to look past "We’ll Meet Again" and examine the complex and sometimes fragile relationships which had to be forged in that most difficult of times.
School of Performing Arts.

27 & 31 May

Farm Tours & Secret Tree Trail
Dinefwr Park and Castle, Llandeilo SA19 6RT.
Explore inside our trees on the secret tree trail and visit our farm to meet the cattle.
Contact: nationaltrust.org.uk/dinefwr  01558 824512

27 & 31 May

Half term family fun activities
National Botanic Garden of Wales, Llanarthne, Carmarthenshire SA32 8HG. Contact: gardenofwales.org.uk  01558 667149

28 & 30 May

Create with Kate - Craft workshops at The Gate, St Clears
The Gate, Pentre Road, St Clears, Carmarthenshire SA33 4AA.

• Tuesday 28th May 10.30am - 12.30pm: Beautiful Bunting
  £5 per child to include materials - BOOK NOW! Only 10 spaces available.
  For more information or to book your space, please contact us: 01994 232726.
• Thursday 30th May 10.30am - 12.30pm: Mobile Madness
  £5 per child to include materials - BOOK NOW! Only 10 spaces available.
  For more information or to book your space, please contact us: 01994 232726.

Contact: the-gate.org  01994 232726

29 May

Farmhouse Cheese Making Courses
Cwmcrwth Farm, Broad Oak, Carmarthen SA32 8QP.
1 day cheese making courses, fun and informative. Learn how to make cheese in your own kitchen with Artisan cheese maker Lynn Beard at Cwmcrwth Farm Holiday Cottages Nr Llandeilo. Accommodation available on site if required. Dates: 29 May, 5 June, 12 June, 7 August, 21 August. Time: 10am-3pm. Price: £90 per delegate. Lunch included. cheesemakingcourse.co.uk
Contact: cwmcrwthfarmcottages.co.uk  01558 669160

29, 30 & 31 May

'Futsal'
Llandeilo Civic Hall, Pantycelyn School Hall &Llangadog Hall.
If you are looking for something for your child to do during half term then come to the Dinefwr area to play Futsal (a football game from South America). The first session will be held in the Civic Hall, Llandeilo on 29 May, the second at Pantycelyn School Hall on 30 May and the third at Llangadog Hall on 31 May - each session between 10-1pm and the cost per session will be £5 or £10 for all three sessions.
Contact: menterbrodinefwr.org  01558 825336

31 May

DrMz Photo Competition
Merlin’s Walk, Carmarthen.

31 May - 2 June

Whats On at the Ceridwen Centre
Ceridwen Centre, Pen-y-banc Farm, Drefach-Felindre, Llandysul, Carmarthenshire SA44 5XE.

• 'Room to Write' Creative Writing Weekend - The first of our two 'Room To Write' creative writing courses for 2013. If you fancy stretching your mind and imagination with a plethora of word games, writing exercises, discussions, readings, one-to-one tutorials and instructive workshops, then this is the weekend for you. 01285 640470.

Contact: ceridwencentre.co.uk  01559 370517

31 May

Kayak Open Day
St Clears.
All equipment will be provided. Llandysul Paddlers will providing coaches and we will also be taking the minibus with equipment from the canoe centre so if you would like a lift down please contact the centre on 07900 570440.
Contact: llandysul-paddlers.org.uk  07986 526732