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Apollo Youth Theatre says Pinocchi-o yes you can!

Isle of Wight Observer Nov 29, 2024

After a very successful run at Ventnor Fringe, Apollo Youth Theatre is presenting an exciting piece of physical theatre with…

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Isle of Wight Observer Nov 28, 2024

Terry and Sue Ramplin, who have raised many thousands of pounds for charity over the last 25 years, are preparing…

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Isle of Wight Observer Nov 22, 2024

Go to Thompsons Garden Centre, in Newchurch, and meet Father Christmas in his magical grotto. Get a chance to sit…

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Isle of Wight Observer Nov 22, 2024

This year Cowes Amateur Operatic & Dramatic Society (CAODS) – the talented troupe twists the traditional family show – offers…

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It will be very Christmassy at Quay Arts next weekend

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The Quay Arts annual Christmas Cracker Weekend returns next weekend (November 30 & December 1). Make sure you mark the…

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It’s party night at The Castle tonight!

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Today marks a milestone for The Castle Inn, in Newport, with a celebration of six years since Simon and Louise…

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Christmas concerts from Vectis Brass

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Vectis Brass Band is going on an Island tour, giving three Christmas concerts over the festive season and all are…

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“He’s behind you!” Count Dracula is coming to Cowes

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If you’re seeking a delightful mix of suspense, humour, and festive cheer this Christmas season, look no further than “Dracula…

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Blast From The Past returns this weekend

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Dinosaur Isle’s popular ‘Blast from the Past’ event returns this weekend (November 16-17). The event brings together heritage, natural history…

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Newport’s day of Christmas festivities for all

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Newport’s Day of Christmas returns tomorrow (Saturday), from 11am to 6pm. Promising a free day of festive cheer, the Day…

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Afternoon concert to raise funds for Museum of Ryde

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On Sunday (November 3) at 3pm, in the Garfield Road Methodist Church, Ryde, the Newchurch Male Voice Choir will be…

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Alfie Moore returns with ‘A Face for Radio’ show

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Trinity Theatre, Cowes, is set to welcome back BBC Radio 4’s comedy star, Alfie Moore, for a special performance of…

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40th landscape painting of the IW Art Exhibition

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Next Friday, November 1, sees the opening of the 40th Annual Landscape Paintings of the Isle of Wight Exhibition, at…

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Pick a pumpkin at Tapnell Farm’s Pumpkin Trail

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Tapnell Farm is celebrating the humble pumpkin this October, with the Pumpkin Trail on until October 31, with a Pumpkin…

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The Island Savoyards present Anything Goes

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The Island Savoyards are famous for their high-energy, spectacular musicals, and they are back at Shanklin Theatre next week with…

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