Local Community News

All Things Music has joined forces with Independent Arts to offer you the chance of a free guitar for beginners’ taster lesson as part of 'National Learn to Play Day'. At a time where mental health and wellbeing issues are...

Sailing charity, UKSA, based in Cowes, has reaffirmed its commitment to sustainability by reusing furniture gifted by Every Student, which runs Lucia Foster Welch halls of residence in Southampton. Following an upgrade to the rooms at the accommodation, Every Student...

Following on from the wonderful success of 'Fame The Musical', Curtain Call Creative has announced an extension to the family with a brand new class launching for little stars this September. The new classes will give an opportunity to those...

The Hampshire & Isle of Wight Community Foundation (HIWCF) is pleased to announce that Jacqui Scott has been appointed as Chief Executive from 7th September 2021. Jacqui has worked in the not-for-profit sector for over 20 years, as a fundraiser...

A memorial mosaic has been returned to its rightful home of Spring Hill Gardens following an extensive refurbishment by local volunteers. The 'Skimbo' mosaic, placed in memory of James White, the former leader of the Ventnor Comic Jazz Band, was...

A widow at the age of just 53, Mary Kershaw has taken the positive action of setting up a new bereavement group called 'Barry’s Club', which will meet at Wroxall's Donkey Sanctuary for the first time on 19th September. The...

Maureen Sullivan headed along to ADLIB Theatre Company's murder mystery evening at the iconic Northwood House... she tells us more about what she found... I was extremely lucky to be able to secure a ticket (thanks to a friend) for...

3-year-old Oakley Blake With this year’s summer parades cancelled, Sandown Carnival Association launched their Virtual Carnival in July, giving entrants the chance to win £50 by sending in a fancy dress photo. The Carnival Committee has now voted for the...

The Isle of Wight Youth Trust has announced that it will be offering a new youth mental health drop-in service every Wednesday from 14:00-17:00. The drop-in will see Youth Trust Wellbeing Practitioners become available to offer information, guidance and support...

As we move from the height of summer, Island theatres are in preparation for a range of autumn and winter entertainments for you. This September the Apollo Theatre is delighted to be starting their 49th season of plays with Ladies...