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Rowlandson's Tours of the Isle of Wight
[Event Starts: 10:30 am 22/03/2010 - Event Ends: 3:00 pm 27/02/2011] Current exhibition - Rowlandson's Tours of the Isle of Wight. The Rowlandson collection of watercolours depict the Isle of Wight during the 1790s.
The Band of the Corps of Royal Signals
[Event Starts: 6:45 pm 25/03/2010 - Event Ends: 8:30 pm 25/10/2010] The Band of the Corps of Royal Signals are spending the day rehearsing with students from Sandown, Ryde & Medina High Schools & Ryde School which will culminate in a concert by the students alongside the servicemen. The performance will start at 1845. This is a rare opportunity to see a military band on the Island and entrance is FREE. Complimentary tickets are available from Medina Box Office (on 527020) & there will be a retiring collection in aid of Help for Heroes and The Poppy Appeal.
Learn To Sail
[Event Starts: 10:00 am 24/04/2010 - Event Ends: 12:30 pm 01/10/2010] Yaverland Sailing and Boating Club runs sailing training for anyone wishing to learn to sail. Training is done using a dedicated fleet of 6 Laser Picos and a catamaran. We have wetsuits and buoyancy aids so you don't need to buy any equipment to start. Training starts at 10 am on Saturday morning. When the beginners are sailing there is always at least one safety boat close by to help. For more details visit our website on www.ysbc.co.uk or ring Tim on 856177.
Daily Paddle Steamer Trips
[Event Starts: 9:00 am 30/06/2010 - Event Ends: N/A 01/09/2010] Daily trips from Newport Harbour on one of the UK's three surviving paddle steamers and the smallest commercially operated vessel of its type. With two sundecks and a comfortable saloon, you are assured of a memorable trips with us. Monarch's steam engine is on view to passengers, and our friendly engineer is on hand to answer any questions.
EXHIBITION BY WELLOW ART GROUP
[Event Starts: 2:00 pm 04/07/2010 - Event Ends: 5:00 pm 29/07/2010] An exhibition by Wellow Art Group. Sundays to Thursdays.
Salsa Dancing Thursdays in Ryde
[Event Starts: 7:30 pm 15/07/2010 - Event Ends: 11:00 pm 09/12/2010] Learn to dance salsa, beginner classes 8.15pm til - 9.00pm, Intermediate class 7.30pm to 8.15 pm Club Dancing 9.00 to 11.00pm come on your own or with a group of friends, great fun evening.
Daycamps
[Event Starts: 8:00 am 26/07/2010 - Event Ends: 6:00 pm 03/09/2010] YMCA Daycamps are led by experienced, enthusiastic and caring play leaders offering physical and mental challenges providing rewarding experiences for all. Daycamps even include swimming and off site trips at no extra cost.
Isle UP Wight
[Event Starts: 6:00 pm 29/07/2010 - Event Ends: 5:00 pm 08/08/2010] Upfest, the Urban Paint Festival now accommodates over 200 artists from around the world each year, descending on Bristol for a weekend of 'live' Street Art - Don't miss this opportunity to see artwork from this summer's massive festival, including UK and Intern...ational Urban artist. Opening night; Thursday the 29th of July, entrance just by West Cowes floating bridge... Over 50 artists work on display, orignial canvases, prints and t-shirts!
I'll Be Seeing You - a wartime themed musical
[Event Starts: 7:30 pm 29/07/2010 - Event Ends: N/A 29/08/2010] Ventnor Theatre Group looks forward to welcoming you to the Winter Gardens this summer for their brand new musical I'll Be Seeing You - centred around the experiences, loves and tragedies of a family living in Ventnor during the second world war - and the consequences of these events over a decade later in the mid 1950's. An entertaining, nostalgic & highly evocative journey, capturing the atmosphere of these two very distinct eras. Box office tel: 01983 857581.
Isle of Wight Academy - Free Taster Day
[Event Starts: 2:00 pm 29/07/2010 - Event Ends: 12:15 pm 17/08/2010] New to the Isle of Wight...Voice In A Million Academy! REGISTER FOR A FREE TASTER DAY NOW Join The National Singing Academy That Makes A Difference. The unique performance organization that teaches children between the ages of 7 and 18 Vocal, Recording and Live Performance techniques. Come along and meet the producers and the Isle of Wight Academy team...Friday 30th July (12-3pm). Want to perform at the o2 Arena? And record an album? For more info call Mark on 07541 141475 or 01932 561316.
BATTLE DRUMS
[Event Starts: 12:00 pm 29/07/2010 - Event Ends: N/A 29/07/2010] Meet our Victorian military drummer and discover how commands were conveyed by drum on the battlefield. Demonstrations at 12 noon, 1.30pm and 2.30pm.
Ladies Race Night
[Event Starts: 7:30 pm 31/07/2010 - Event Ends: 11:30 pm 31/07/2010] Ladies, get your dresses and hats ready as we bring Ascot to the Solent Inn, on arrival you will be given complimentary bubbly and strawberries and then the racing starts at 8pm. All monies raised to Ryde Inshore Rescue.
Ladies Race Night
[Event Starts: 7:30 pm 31/07/2010 - Event Ends: 11:30 pm 31/07/2010] Ladies, get your dresses and hats ready as we bring Ascot to the Solent Inn, on arrival you will be given complimentary bubbly and strawberries and then the racing starts at 8pm. All monies raised to Ryde Inshore Rescue.
KIDS GO FREE IN AUGUST
[Event Starts: 10:30 am 01/08/2010 - Event Ends: N/A 31/08/2010] Free admission for all children during August at the Needles Old Battery. Open daily, 10.30am - 5pm (last admission 4.30pm)
PICTURE THE PAST
[Event Starts: 2:00 pm 01/08/2010 - Event Ends: 5:00 pm 31/08/2010] An exhibition of children's art showing the history of Newtown. Sundays to Thursdays.
Gala Day
[Event Starts: 11:00 am 01/08/2010 - Event Ends: 4:00 pm 01/08/2010] Fun dog show, stalls, raffle, tombola, other animal charities, refreshments. (To have a stall phone Jenny on 565106)
Intense Life Drawing
[Event Starts: 10:00 am 02/08/2010 - Event Ends: 4:00 pm 06/08/2010] ... with Colin Riches 10am - 4pm Daily Five days of drawing exercises and practice in many medias based on the exhibition in the gallery at the time, 'The West Collection'. Also includes drawing from the nude model. Quay arts Box office. Tel: 822490
Elsie and Norms' 'Macbeth'
[Event Starts: 8:15 pm 02/08/2010 - Event Ends: N/A 23/08/2010] Two's Company present the hilarious family comedy 'Elsie and Norm's 'Macbeth' every Monday in August.
BEMBRIDGE FORT GUIDED TOURS
[Event Starts: 2:00 pm 03/08/2010 - Event Ends: N/A 19/10/2010] Guided tours available of Bembridge Fort (on Bembridge Down) which is undergoing restoration, Tuesdays in August and then on the 1 & 3 Tuesdays of September and October. Tours last approx 1 1/2 hours and are not suitable for children under the age of 10. There are lots of steps and uneven surfaces. Places MUST be booked in advance on (01983) 741020 or email isleofwight@nationaltrust.org.uk
Glam Rock Days
[Event Starts: 10:00 am 03/08/2010 - Event Ends: 4:00 pm 04/08/2010] (12-15 years) 10am - 2:30pm Daily A fun, fashion workshop looking at the fab, glam rock days of the 70's with artist and former fashion editor Lisa Traxler. Creating a huge fashion art wall piece and a wardrobe of designer clothes for a 'Carinthia West' paper Model. No sewing skills required. Quay arts Box office. Tel: 822490
A MAGICAL PUNCH AND JUDY SHOW
[Event Starts: 11:30 am 03/08/2010 - Event Ends: N/A 03/08/2010] Join island magician David Randini in the orchard for a special 'Magical Punch & Judy' show suitable for children and adults of all ages. Bring a blanket and a picnic to enjoy afterwards. Performance each Tuesday in August. Garden open 11am - 5pm Sunday to Thursday.
NT WILDZONE: BRICKMAKING & SALT PAN TRAIL
[Event Starts: 10:00 am 04/08/2010 - Event Ends: N/A 04/08/2010] Get hands-on with Newtown estuary's history by making clay bricks like the past residents of the area and join the warden to explore wildlife around the old salt pans using trail sheets. All weather activity. 1km. Wheelchair accessible but soft ground if wet. Wildzone is a programme of activities for children aged 5 -13 introducing them to different aspects of wildlife and nature. All children must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Sorry no dogs. Booking essential: 01983 741020
Fashion Jewellery
[Event Starts: 10:00 am 05/08/2010 - Event Ends: 2:30 pm 05/08/2010] (12-15 years) With Union of Opposites 10am - 2:30pm Daily Based on the Energy of the 70's this one day class give kids the opportunity to make wonderful pieces of fashion jewellery based on the summer exhibition. Quay arts Box office. Tel: 822490
Meet The Head Gardener
[Event Starts: 6:00 pm 05/08/2010 - Event Ends: 8:30 pm 05/08/2010] Meet The Head Gardener - Historical Highlights. Discover the fascinating history of the Walled Garden, Pleasure Grounds and Italianette terraces and learn about their restoration over the past 15 years. Includes a light supper and a welcome drink. Booking is essential as places are limited.
The Importance Of Being Earnest
[Event Starts: 8:15 pm 05/08/2010 - Event Ends: N/A 26/08/2010] Two's Company present the classic Oscar Wilde comedy 'The Importance of being Earnest' every Thurday in August.
Sound the Trumpet
[Event Starts: 7:00 pm 06/08/2010 - Event Ends: 10:00 pm 06/08/2010] with Crispian Steele-Perkins (trumpet), Carmen Lasok (soprano) and Leslie Pearson (piano)
COWES WEEK ENTERTAINMENT
[Event Starts: 5:00 pm 06/08/2010 - Event Ends: 9:30 pm 06/08/2010] FREE ENTERTAINMENT WITH CRACKERS THE CLOWN, RYDE EXTREME PERFORMERS, L & J DANCE FACTORY AND THE MAXWELL BROTHERS
Sound the Trumpet
[Event Starts: 7:30 pm 07/08/2010 - Event Ends: 10:30 pm 07/08/2010] with Crispian Steele-Perkins (trumpet), Carmen Lasok (soprano) and Leslie Pearson (piano)
Sculpture Assemblage
[Event Starts: 10:00 am 07/08/2010 - Event Ends: 4:00 pm 08/08/2010] ... with Christopher Jenkins 10am - 4pm Daily Using reclaimed materials and a range of specialist techniques we will create figurative sculptures inspired by the work of Peter Ball. All materials provided. Quay arts Box office. Tel: 822490
A FLAVOUR OF THE 40s
[Event Starts: 12:00 pm 07/08/2010 - Event Ends: 3:00 pm 08/08/2010] Join Harry & Edna of the Home Front Friends for a flavour of life in the 1940s. Talks and demonstrations at 12 noon, 1pm, 2pm and 3pm. The Battery is open as usual from 10.30am to 5pm (last admission 4.30pm). For disabled access please phone 01983 754772.
Studio Ceramics
[Event Starts: 10:00 am 09/08/2010 - Event Ends: 4:00 pm 12/08/2010] ... with Sue Paraskeva 10am - 4pm Daily Taking time to develop ideas from the 'west collection' exhibition, we will use porcelain and stoneware clays, gas and electric firings to create high temperature finishes for your final forms. Materials provided. Quay arts Box office. Tel: 822490
Isle of Wight Jigsaw Puzzle Festival
[Event Starts: 10:00 am 09/08/2010 - Event Ends: 4:00 pm 14/08/2010] Over 300 completed Jigsaw Puzzzles on display and for Sale. Display is constantly updated as puzzles are sold. Old and new puzzles are available. Opening times: 10am - 4pm daily; Wednesday and Thursday evenings 6-30pm - 8-30pm.
Jewellery Making
[Event Starts: 10:00 am 09/08/2010 - Event Ends: 4:00 pm 12/08/2010] Introduction to silver Jewellery with Nina Bulley 10am - 4pm Daily Learn basic techniques such as sawing, hammering, bending, shaping, drilling, soldering and polishing the silver before moving on to your own projects!
RedTIE drama
[Event Starts: 10:00 am 09/08/2010 - Event Ends: 3:00 pm 13/08/2010] (8-12 years) 10am - 3pm Daily Learn Fun acting techniques and create your own drama performance, with workshop leader Helen Reading. Quay arts Box office. Tel: 822490
RedTIE drama
[Event Starts: 10:00 am 09/08/2010 - Event Ends: 3:00 pm 13/08/2010] (13-17 years) Week 2 10am - 3pm Daily Build you confidence as a performer, create your own drama pieces, learn how to tackle scripts and improve you teamwork, physical theatre skills and expression. Quay arts Box office. Tel: 822490
A MAGICAL PUNCH AND JUDY SHOW
[Event Starts: 11:30 am 10/08/2010 - Event Ends: N/A 10/08/2010] Join island magician David Randini in the orchard for a special 'Magical Punch & Judy' show suitable for children and adults of all ages. Bring a blanket and a picnic to enjoy afterwards. Performance each Tuesday in August. Garden open 11am - 5pm Sunday to Thursday.
FAMILY FUN DAY
[Event Starts: 11:00 am 11/08/2010 - Event Ends: 4:00 pm 11/08/2010] Join in the fun at Mottistone Manor Garden with a special day of family activities competing against others in your group to see who can score the most points. In the past these challenges have included feeding the polar bear, penalty shoot outs and croquet. Come along and see what's in store this year.
NT WILDZONE: MAKE A MUD MONSTER
[Event Starts: 10:00 am 11/08/2010 - Event Ends: N/A 11/08/2010] There are creatures at Newtown that live out of sight. Using natural materials and clay we will make our monster then explore the Reserve to understand it from the monster's perspective. Suitable for younger children. 1.5km. 1 stile, 3 kissing gates, muddy if wet. Wildzone is a programme of activities for children aged 5 -13 introducing them to different aspects of wildlife and nature. All children must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Sorry no dogs. Booking essential: 01983 741020
Outdoor Arts & Crafts
[Event Starts: 10:00 am 11/08/2010 - Event Ends: 4:00 pm 11/08/2010] Arts & Crafts to enjoy and buy
Ventnor Fringe Festival
[Event Starts: 9:00 am 11/08/2010 - Event Ends: 11:00 pm 14/08/2010] The Ventnor Fringe Festival is a modern pilgrimage. An open arts festival dedicated to celebrating the power of art through performance, practice and participation. Launching in 2010 and featuring disciplines as diverse as theatre to comedy, music to spoken word the Fringe will take place in locations across the town over four days, to coincide with the 121st Ventnor Carnival Celebrations.
Ladies' Night
[Event Starts: 6:00 pm 11/08/2010 - Event Ends: 8:00 pm 11/08/2010] This is a unique chance for ladies to find out all about general car care and maintenance and we promise it won't be boring. Our motto is: 'be safe, be legal' and we are keen to pass on our knowledge about keeping your vehicle well maintained and in a safe, roadworthy condition. During the evening we will have hands-on demonstrations on checking tyre pressure, tread and fluid levels, including oil and water, and changing a tyre.
Photography for artists and makers
[Event Starts: 10:00 am 12/08/2010 - Event Ends: 4:00 pm 13/08/2010] 10am - 4pm Daily Artist lead training for you to document your own artwork for applications, proposals and your personal archives. Bring your own digital camera and laptop if possible. Quay arts Box office. Tel: 822490
NEWTOWN NIGHT WILDLIFE
[Event Starts: 8:00 pm 13/08/2010 - Event Ends: N/A 13/08/2010] NATIONAL TRUST DISCOVERY WORKSHOP: Learn about moths at Newtown and have a go at detecting bats in the meadow. Bring sturdy footwear and a torch. 1 km, 1 stile, 1 kissing gate, muddy if wet. Weather dependent - phone on day to check Workshops are suitable for older supervised children and adults and last approximately 2.5 hours. Pre-paid booking essential: tel: 01983 741020
Imaginings
[Event Starts: 10:00 am 14/08/2010 - Event Ends: 4:00 pm 15/08/2010] ...with Ian Whitmore 10am - 4pm Daily Re-creating your favourite works using printmaking techniques. You will learn about collage, monoprints, lino cuts, and intaglio printmaking techniques. Quay arts Box office. Tel: 822490
Unity Stompers at the Minster
[Event Starts: 7:30 pm 14/08/2010 - Event Ends: 10:00 pm 14/08/2010] Come and listen to the Unity Stompers, birng a picnic and drinks. Pimms available
Concert
[Event Starts: 6:30 pm 14/08/2010 - Event Ends: N/A 14/08/2010] A concert of religious music by the boys and men of derby Cathedral Choir to celebrate the Blessed Virgin Mary
The Giant Toddle
[Event Starts: 11:00 am 14/08/2010 - Event Ends: 1:00 pm 14/08/2010] For the third year running Ryde Inshore Rescue are proud to host this sponsored event for toddlers and young children. Last year over 100 children registered and we would really like to beat that number this year, please contact the event organiser for more info on 812178
Create - Collect - Curate
[Event Starts: 10:00 am 16/08/2010 - Event Ends: 4:00 pm 20/08/2010] 10am - 4pm Daily Students will select an artwork that 'speaks' to them and will be encouraged to create a collection of images in response. The group will curate the final pieces to form the learning curve summer school 2010 response exhibition sat 21 Aug - Sat 18th Sept. Quay arts Box office. Tel: 822490
A MAGICAL PUNCH AND JUDY SHOW
[Event Starts: 11:30 am 17/08/2010 - Event Ends: N/A 17/08/2010] Join island magician David Randini in the orchard for a special 'Magical Punch & Judy' show suitable for children and adults of all ages. Bring a blanket and a picnic to enjoy afterwards. Performance each Tuesday in August. Garden open 11am - 5pm Sunday to Thursday.
NT WILDZONE: MOTTISTONE BAT ZAP
[Event Starts: 7:15 pm 18/08/2010 - Event Ends: N/A 18/08/2010] Listen to a talk then try bat detectors in the dark with the National Trust and Isle of Wight Bat Hospital. Bring a torch. No charge. Donations invited to be shared between the National Trust and the IW Bat Hospital. Some slight slopes on gravel and grass. Wildzone is a programme of activities for children aged 5 -13 introducing them to different aspects of wildlife and nature. All children must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Sorry no dogs. Booking essential: 01983 741020
Jewellery Making
[Event Starts: 10:00 am 21/08/2010 - Event Ends: 4:00 pm 22/08/2010] Fused Glass Weekend with Nina Bulley 10am - 4pm Daily Make your own glass Jewellery! Learn how to cut and shape the glass, use copper and gold leaf for emphasise and how to make the glass into pendants and earrings, and even fire them for you to take home.
Carisbrooke Show
[Event Starts: 1:30 pm 22/08/2010 - Event Ends: 5:00 pm 22/08/2010] Village Show. Horticultural and handicraft classes. Entertainment - Vectis Corps of Drums, Randini, Falconry display, Tae kwon Do demonstration, many stalls and activities, motorbikes, fire engine, grand raffle, refreshments. Fun for all ages.
THE COWES CONCERT BAND
[Event Starts: 8:00 pm 23/08/2010 - Event Ends: 9:30 pm 23/08/2010] The Cowes Concert Band will play on Monday 23rd August at 8pm. There will be a raffle and refreshments.
Colour, Light and Shape
[Event Starts: 10:00 am 23/08/2010 - Event Ends: 4:00 pm 26/08/2010] ...with Hilary Thorpe 10am - 4pm Daily Exploring colour mixing, catching the light in paint and shape, the course will involve studio time and some painting on location around Newport Quay. Quay arts Box office. Tel: 822490
A MAGICAL PUNCH AND JUDY SHOW
[Event Starts: 11:30 am 24/08/2010 - Event Ends: N/A 24/08/2010] Join island magician David Randini in the orchard for a special 'Magical Punch & Judy' show suitable for children and adults of all ages. Bring a blanket and a picnic to enjoy afterwards. Performance each Tuesday in August. Garden open 11am - 5pm Sunday to Thursday.
NT WILDZONE: RED SQUIRREL & DORMOUSE STORIES
[Event Starts: 1:00 pm 25/08/2010 - Event Ends: N/A 25/08/2010] Discover the haunt of Honey the Dormouse and make red squirrel masks. Wildzone is a programme of activities for children aged 5 -13 introducing them to different aspects of wildlife and nature. All children must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Sorry no dogs. Booking essential: 01983 741020
Creatures of the Deep
[Event Starts: 2:00 pm 26/08/2010 - Event Ends: 4:00 pm 26/08/2010] Pond dipping event at historic Treefields Pond. Meet the Pond Wardens. On main bus routes to Ryde - ask for Treefields stop. Limited parking. Supported by Footprint Trust and SWHA.
Newchurch Show
[Event Starts: 2:00 pm 28/08/2010 - Event Ends: 4:30 pm 28/08/2010] Annual Show with classes open to all island residents. There is also a scarecrow competition which is open to everyone, holidaymakers and islanders.
Giant Auto Jumble Sale
[Event Starts: 10:00 am 28/08/2010 - Event Ends: 3:00 pm 28/08/2010] THE ISLANDS BIGGEST AUTO-JUMBLE SALE Visit www.bradingday.org for further details.