‘Godfather of indie’ makes his Island debut in Cowes
Isle of Wight ObserverSinger songwriter, Pete Astor, who fronted indie rock legends, the Loft and the Weather Prophets in the 1980s, makes his…
Read MoreLove is in the air next Thursday…
Thursday, 29th February is traditionally known as the date when women can propose to men and there are a number…
Read MoreFiggy Gig beats the winter blues
by Jean G-Owen Friday’s Figgy Gig was bent on blowing away the February weather at CHOYD in Yarmouth, when Jean…
Read MoreJan Frith’s Sewing Memories in Ryde
In her newest art installation, artist Jan Frith invites you to turn the handle of her Singer sewing machine to…
Read MoreTechnicolor Dickens
Mal ButlerAn exhibition of the Charles Dickens’ story, shown through the medium of Victorian colour photography, is being hosted by Dimbola…
Read MoreSPONSORED ARTICLE: The music’s really great at Newport’s oldest pub
Enjoy live music at the Castle Inn in Newport every Friday and Saturday. Tonight (Friday) you can rock with Dirty…
Read MoreSPONSORED ARTICLE: A spectacular night of Queen
You’ve seen the movie, you’ve enjoyed the musical, you’ve lived through the music… Now experience a truly memorable re-enactment of…
Read More‘Bedroom Farce’ opens at the Apollo Theatre
Trevor and Susannah, whose marriage is on the rocks, inflict their miseries on their nearest and dearest: three couples whose…
Read MoreSoul Connection promises a magical musical journey
An exciting new night, Soul Connection, launches at Bar 74 in Union Street in Ryde this Friday (January 26), bringing…
Read MoreCello virtuoso to appear at Medina
Cello soloist, Finn Mannion, makes his debut with the Isle of Wight Symphony Orchestra on tomorrow (Saturday) when he will…
Read MoreA Big Bold Beautiful Life, with Kate Taylor
Big Bold Beautiful Life: a fun and illuminating evening with Island-born author, life design and empowerment coach, Kate Taylor, will…
Read MoreNational Theatre comes to Newport
The Apollo Theatre, Newport, is now a National Theatre Live venue, meaning the best theatre from London and the West…
Read More‘A whole new year of theatrical treats’
Maureen SullivanAnd just like that it’s 2024! Welcome to a whole new year of theatrical treats. First up this year is…
Read MoreShanklin grand charity sale returns for 2024
If you want to grab yourself a bargain, and raise money for good causes at the same time, then make…
Read MoreChristmas spirit comes to Ventnor
This year’s Christmas in Ventnor festivities will take place tomorrow (Saturday) and will be bigger and better than ever. These…
Read MoreChristmas tree festival is back
This year’s Brighstone Christmas Tree Festival starts with a Lights of Love service on Wednesday (Dec 6) at 7pm, in…
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