Isle of Wight Event News November 2009:

1st November 2009: Barely Born Appeal Concert March In Time: Wight Diamonds and the Hampshire Constabulary Band are staging a concert in Cowes Yacht Haven to raise funds for the Islands Barely Born Appeal.  More details from the Island Pulse here:

1st November 2009: Nurit Yardeni A Dream of Fair Women exhibition at Dimbola Lodge Museum.

2nd November 2009: Wessex Cancer Trust, IW Group, Grand Christmas Fayre at Freshwater Bay House (the Holiday Fellowship), 10am-2pm. Admission £1 to include refreshments. All proceeds to the Cancer Trust.

2nd November 2009: IW Family History Society Talk by Robin McInnes, ‘Development of the Island in the 18th Century’ at The Riverside Centre, Newport, 7pm.

2nd November 2009:   Anne Frank: A History For Today exhibition at Brading Roman Villa.

2nd November 2009: Zumbatomic dance-fitness programme The sessions are led by fully trained Zumba instructor Helen Baker and funded through Sport England, a seven week course will begin at Downside Middle School from 1600 – 1700.

4th November 2009: ‘Opportunities Day’ At Ventnor Botanic Garden Anyone looking for advice on how to get involved in full time paid or voluntary work on the Isle of Wight can find lots of information between 1030 – 1530.

5th November 2009:   Guy Fawkes Night with music, guy competition, entertainment, wine and chestnuts, torch-lit parade and fireworks, in Yarmouth Town Square, from 6pm.

5th November 2009:   Sandown Carnival Celebration, A Carnival Parade around the town led by the Sandown Carnival Queens, featuring music, floats, magnificent costumes & lanterns, all lit with thousands of lights, finishing with music & a spectacular firework finale starting from Culver Parade, Sandown.

5th November 2009:   IW Festival of Remembrance with the Wight Diamonds Marching Band, the Festival Band and the Vectis Corps of Drums and The Salvation Army Band. At Ryde Theatre, 7.30pm.

5th November 2009: Isle of Wight User & Carer Reference Group.  First meeting between 12:30 and 14:30 in the seminar room at Quay Arts in Newport.

6th November-10th January 2010: Solent Degree Show ‘The Graduate Show’ This Show will consist of work from a number and range of courses from within the Faculty of Media, Arts & Society, including Fine Art, Photography & Illustration. The work will be chosen via an application process from the student’s Final Major Projects.  Dimbola Lodge Photographic Museum & Galleries. Read More from the Island Pulse  Solent Degree ‘The Graduate Show’ at Dimbola Lodge:

6th November 2009: Music concert featuring Folk singer Deborah Hodgson, accompanied on guitar by Frank Moon. Deborah appeared in the Big Top at the Isle of Wight Festival this year, while Frank is also returning after his very successful appearance playing guitar for the Mediaeval Baebes at their concert at All Saints Church, Ryde in August.  At St Marys Church Brading 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm Cost: £10.00 Tickets avilable in advance from Brading Post Office,Waterstones’, Newport or phone 01983-730930
 
6th November 2009: Talbot House: A Home from Home, written by Peter Gill this play is aimed at a family audience. At Medina Theatre, Newport, 7.30pm.  Tickets £10.

7th November 2009: Internationally renowned British bear artists will be visiting Koko’s Bear Shop in Ryde for a signing event on Saturday 7th November.  Funds raised at the event will be donated to the local Barely Born Appeal at St Mary’s Hospital.  Christine Pike and Suzi James will be making rare guest appearances to meet and greet the arctophiles of the Isle of Wight, from 11am-3pm, and will each be bringing with them an exclusive collection of bears, made especially for Koko’s, to sell on the day. More news from the Island Pulse here: Bearly There For Barely Born!

7th – 8th November 2009: Island Photo Show: The Island Photo Centre opens the doors to its annual photographic extravaganza at Ryde Castle Hotel. The Island Photo Centre (ipc) are pulling out all the stops and are calling on photographers from the Isle of Wight and beyond, to visit as the entire weekend, is FREE and dedicated to all your photographic needs. Read more from the Island Pulse: Visit Island Photo Show & Win A Canvas Print

9th November 2009:  Isle of Wight Annual Conference For Sports Clubs and Individuals.  The event that aims to show Isle of Wight Sports Clubs and individuals how to prosper and succeed.  Organised by Isle of Wight Council’s Sports Unit, the Isle of Wight Community Sports Club Conference is being held at St George’s Park, Newport on Monday 9 November between 1830 – 2100. Read more from the Island Pulse here:   Isle of Wight Annual Conference For Sports Clubs and Individuals.

10th November 2009 to 3rd January 2010: Karen Taggart ‘Colour Sings’ at Dimbola.  Watercolour with its unpredictability and flow is what excites the artist and Karen likes to suggest a scene and capture the atmosphere rather than make an exact copy.

10th November 2009:  Renowned Wildlife & Nature Photographer George MacCarthy will be visiting Sandown & Shanklin District Camera Club to take photographers on a journey of his trip across America.  The talk starts at 7.30 pm at the Pavillion in Watery Lane, Newchurch. Read more news from the Island Pulse here:

11th – 12th November 2009: British Cod Championships 2009: This popular event, attracts top prize money with £1,000 for the person catching the heaviest cod each day, and £1,000 for the person who catches the most cod over two days. The format will remain the same as in previous year’s which includes fishing out from Yarmouth Quay and at the end of each day a weigh-in, will decide the winners. More from the Island Pulse here.. British Cod Championships 2009:

11th – 12th – 13th November 2009: BBC Blast On The Isle of Wight  Creative young people aged 13 -19 will be able to unleash their imagination in a series of free workshops run by BBC Blast in Newport. More news from the Island Pulse here:

12th November 2009:  Eco-Event For Isle of Wight Schools: Island schools are being urged to attend an event, which will showcase Northwood primary school and others who have achieved excellent results in environmental awareness and actions, to encourage others to ‘go green’.  The Eco-Event will take place on Thursday 12th November at Northwood School from 3pm until 5pm. It will feature a guided tour of the grounds and an innovative ‘Eco-market’ – with stalls staffed by experts covering the eight sustainable schools ‘doorways.’ More news from the Island Pulse here:

12th November 2009: Huge Hospice Quiz in aid of The Earl Mountbatten Hospice, the biggest charity fundraising quiz on the Island. At Lower Hyde, Shanklin, 7pm. With auction and tombola. Teams of four, £20 per team, to register call 01983 528989 or visit www.iwhospice.org

Isle of Pink Quiz Night, Newport FC Friday 13 November
Take part in the popular music quiz at Newport FC and raise funds for Campaign. The quiz starts at 7.30pm in the Club House. Maximum of four people per team, £2.50 entry per person. Space is limited, so please register your team in advance by contacting Alison on 01983 525027.

14th November 2009: Isle of Wight Poetry Centenary Final Celebratory Event At Quay Arts.  Announcement of poetry competition winners and prize-giving, readings, close of centenary year, Quay Arts ,Newport, 3-6 pm

14th November 2009:  The second pond to be managed as part of Pond Life On Wight will be in Seaclose Park, Newport, on Saturday 14th November from 10am until noon. This work is being carried out with the support of Newport Parish Council, who brought the pond to the attention of the Footprint Trust last year. Local parish councillor Jackie Hawkins was concerned about litter in the pond and the invasive plant. The IW Council’s Park’s & Countryside section were pleased to be able to co-operate and thus the pond is to get some assistance. see Island Pulse news here: Island Ponds Autumn Makeover http://www.islandpulse.co.uk/b2/island-ponds-get-autumn-make-over/

15th November 2009: Quarr Abbey Bookshop Christmas Fayre selling gifts, cards, calendars, books, religious items and souvenirs. Raffle with great prizes at Quarr Abbey Bookshop.

15th November 2009: Wight Hot Pipes in aid of Earl Mountbatten Hospice at Medina Theatre, Newport, 2pm. Tickets £7. More news from the Island Pulse here:

17th November 2009: Christmas Fayre Priory Bay Hotel. Stalls will include jewellery, accessories, knits, cards, toiletries & much more. Free entry. Collection in aid of the Earl Mountbatten Hospice.

17th November 2009: Vectis Philatelic Society The Sovereign Order of the Knights of St.John of Jerusalem presented by Dr.J.Mackett and Mr. M Torreggiani. 7.30pm, Newport Conservative Club, Pyle St. Newport. Tel: 293964.

18th November 2009: Friends of Carisbrooke Castle Museum 7.15 for 7.30. The War Years Through The Eyes of an Island Schoolboy – local recollections. (Don Margham).

19th November 2009: Priory Bay Christmas Fayre in aid of Earl Mountbatten Hospice at Priory Bay Hotel, 5pm-8pm.

20th November 2009: Alex Roberts:  Following his masterful performance at the 2008 Isle of Wight Festival, this talented British folk singer-songwriter returns to the Island for a night of unique guitar playing and lyrical musings.  Doors open 7pm, ticket price £7. Box Office 01983 822490, www.quayarts.org

20th November 2009: Cycle Wight AGM 7.30pm, Newport C of E Primary School. Guest speaker Roger Geffen of the Compaign’s Dept of the CTC. Open to all those interested in promoting cycling on the IW. Visit www.cyclewight.org.uk or read more news from the Island Pulse here:

21st November 2009: Wight Lore: St Helens Walk.  Discover the origins of St Helens and its dramatic religious past. More Wight Winter Walks can be found at www.iwight.com/walks

21st November 2009: The Isle of Wight Photographer of the Year Awards 2009 (invitation only) will take place at the Quay Arts Centre at 7pm read more news here:

21st November 2009: Chillerton Community Association’s Christmas Fayre. 2-4.30pm. Home made cakes, refreshments etc. Chillerton Village Hall. Parking available.

21st November 2009: Holy Trinity Church Christmas Fayre in Bembridge Village Hall.  Stalls including cakes, gifts, books, toys, bric-a-brac, tombola & raffle. Coffee & mince pies. Father Christmas arrives at 11am. All welcome.

21st November 2009: Living with the Sea 1660 – 1875’ Tutor Richard Smout. 10.30am-4.15pm at IOW County Record Office, Hillside, Newport. Cost £17. This WEA course has a maximum 16 places, to book tel Margaret Rylands 529589.

21st November 2009: Christmas Bazzar St Helens Community Centre. Gifts, jewellery, new & nearly new clothes. In aid of St Helens Church restoration fund.

20th-21st November 2009: Christmas with Novello Island Savoyards

21st November 2009: Christmas Fair & Christmas Lights Switch On. Newport Parish Council are hosting a Christmas Fair on Saturday 21st November in St Thomas Square between 2pm and 6pm.  The grand lights will be switched on, by IW Radio’s Paul Topping and Michael Coombes, at 4.30pm accompanied by Carisbrooke Jazz Band. Read more news from the Island Pulse here:

21st – 22nd November 2009: A Victorian Christmas at Osborne House. Experience the spirit of a traditional Victorian Christmas. Delight in magic and illusion at the side-shows and marvel at the travelling theatre. Enjoy carol singing and shopping for festive gifts in a wintry scene and a chance to meet Queen Victoria herself.  10am – 5pm Adults £11.80, Concessions £10.10, Children £5.90, Family Ticket £29.20.  English Heritage Members: Adults £1.60, Concessions £1.40, Children £0.80, Family Ticket £4.00. Pre-booking recommended – call 0870 333 1181.  More details from the Island Pulse here:

22nd November 2009: Disability Charity Horse Show Proceeds donated to  Island charities. Riding for the disability & Appley Cliff Leonard Cheshire Disability. Tombola & refreshments. All welcome. Lake Farm Equestrian Centre.

23rd November 2009: For one night only billed ‘BRITAIN’S FUNNIEST AND SEXIEST SHOW’ and the ultimate girl’s night out, the smash hit tour of  ‘The Vagina Monologues’  will be visiting the Isle of Wight on 23rd November. More details from the Island Pulse click here

23rd – 30th November 2009: East Cowes Heritage 150th Anniversary of the Floating Bridge Exhibition at The Heritage Centre, East Cowes, 10am-1pm, also Wednesday afternoon, 2pm-4pm. Admission free, donations appreciated.  150 years of the floating bridge.  This year sees Cowes floating bridge celebrate its 150th anniversary. The year 2009 also marks the centenary of the fourth floating bridge, commissioned from boatbuilder White’s for £3,200.  To find out more about the history of the floating bridge you can visit East Cowes Heritage Centre or the county record office. More news from the Island Pulse here:

26th November 2009: Steeleye Span 40th Anniversary World Tour – 26th November. This British electric folk band formed in 1969 and remains active today. See them at Medina Theatre on the Isle of Wight as part of their 40th anniversary tour.   Tickets: All £19.50, book online at www.medinatheatre.co.uk or more from the Island Pulse here:

26th November 2009: Newtown Church Advent Fundraising Sale. 10am-3pm. Yarmouth Town Hall. Festive items, bric-a-brac, plants, etc. Donations welcome Tel: 759808.

26th-28th November 2009: Christmas Tree Festival at Ryde Methodist Church, Garfield Road, Thursday and Friday 1pm-5pm, Saturday, 10am and 5pm with the Christmas Fayre also on Saturday running alongside from 10am-4pm.

27th November 2009: Shalfleet CE Primary School Arts, Crafts & Christmas Fair. 
Shalfleet CE Primary School PTFA Arts, Crafts & Christmas Fair, 12 noon-4pm. Free Entry. A range of Arts/Craft Stalls selling quality Gifts & the joys of affordable Christmas gifts & games, raffles & refreshments. Proceeds will go to the PTFA to help fund activities for the pupils.

27th November 2009: The Freddie Starr Show at Shanklin Theatre, 7.30pm

27th November 2009: Journey of the Magi by The Springs Dance Company at Medina Theatre, Newport, 7.30pm. Tickets £6, £4 concessions.

27th November 2009: Another Helping of Mervyn Stutter at Brading Roman Villa, 7.30pm. Tickets £7 from Brading Roman Villa on 406223.

27th November 2009: Cats Protection Christmas Fair. Cat Protetcion League, Adoption Centre, Marlborough Road, Ryde.

28th November 2009: Christmas Fair Binstead Community Centre.

28th November 2009: Toy Talk Carisbrooke Castle Museum are holding a morning talk for adults interested in finding out more about the toys in the museum collections. Childhood Treasures is on Saturday 28th November from 10.30am-1pm. Tickets cost £5. The charge includes admission to the castle. Booking is essential as places are limited. The session will include the chance to see the winter toy exhibition and a demonstration of some working toys. The speakers are Rosemary Cooper and Chris Yendall. To book please ring 523112 or e-mail chris.carismus@tiscali.co.uk

28th November 2009:  Mrs Cameron’s House Party Dimbola Lodge more details from the Island Pulse here:

28th November 2009: DECADeANCE   is a big birthday bash to celebrate 30 years of the Tony Martin Music Show in aid of the Earl Mountbatten Hospice and the Barely Born charities. With music played from all decades 60s, 70s, 80s, 90s, and the noughties, so something for all ages! Dress code: Dress to Impress and be as decadent as you like! Tickets £10 www.iwhospice.org

29th November 2009:  Candlelight Carol Service A Candlelight Carol Service 6.30 pm, St Thomas’s Church, Newport. Retiring Collection for the Wessex Cancer Trust (IW Group)

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