What's On!

Events during the coming week.

Music from the Movies - Reel to Reel at the Ventnor Winter Gardens, Pier Street, Ventnor. - Thursday 26 June 2008 to Tuesday 26 August 2008 from 7:30 pm

Ventnor Theatre Group presents a family show of well known songs, dances and music from the movies, past and present. Performances on 26th, 27th, 28th June at 7.30 and 29th June at 2.30pm. Then through the summer on Tuesday nights (15th 22nd, 29th July and 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th August 2008) From 007 to Ghostbusters there will be something for everyone!

Daily Paddle Steamer Trips at the Trinity Landing (The New Pier Near the Royal Yacht Squadron), West Cowes - Thursday 24 July 2008 to Wednesday 03 September 2008 from 10:00 am

DAILY PADDLE STEAMER TRIPS Join the world's smallest commercially operated paddle steamer, PS Monarch for an hours cruise on the River Medina from West Cowes. Trips run roughly every hour from West Cowes Parade and take place in sheltered waters. Monarch is a real steam ship which is new to the Island and takes private charters as well as offering regular public sailings.

Summer field trips at the Yaverland, Shanklin, Brook, Ventnor and Yarmouth coastline. - Monday 28 July 2008 to Wednesday 02 September 2009 from 9:00 pm

A programme of field trips to explore the Island's stunning coastal geology and collect fossils. Trips run most weekdays at a variety of locations. See webpage www.dinosaurisle.com/events.aspx for further details. Booking essential for all trips. All walks are on sandy beaches, some steps in places. Please come prepared for the weather on the day, esp bottled water and hats for young children.

The Secret Lives Of Henry and Alice. at the Shanklin Theatre. - Saturday 02 August 2008 to Saturday 30 August 2008 from 8:15 pm

Two's Company present a comedy by David Tristram. Meet Henry and Alice Smith. Both live in fantasy worlds that seem a million miles apart. Only you and their pet goldfish Orca will ever know the true story!

ISLE OF WIGHT ART CLUB SUMMER EXHIBITION at the Newtown Old Town Hall - Sunday 17 August 2008 to Thursday 28 August 2008 from 2:00 pm

Summer exhibition by the Isle of Wight Art Club. Sundays to Thursdays 2pm - 5pm.

Summer School of Dance 2008 at the Ryde High School Studio Theatre - Monday 18 August 2008 to Friday 22 August 2008 from 10:00 am

A week of dance activity for young people aged 6 - 15 years. No experience needed.

Summer School of Dance 2008 at the Ryde High School Studio Theatre - Monday 18 August 2008 to Friday 22 August 2008 from 10:00 am

A week of dance activity for young people aged 6 - 15 years. No experience needed.

SUMMER SCHOOL OF DANCE at the Ryde High School Studio Theatre - Monday 18 August 2008 to Friday 22 August 2008 from 10:00 am

A week of dance activity for young people aged six - 15 years. Different styles of dance working towards a performance on Friday. No dance experience needed just plenty of energy!

WILDZONE Mottistone Bat Zap! at the Meet at the Mottistone Manor Car Park (SZ403838) - Wednesday 20 August 2008 from 7:15 pm

An informative and fascinating introduction to bats presented by the National Trust & the Isle of Wight Bat Hospital. You will also have the opportunity to try out bat detectors in the Manor Gardens. Bring a torch. PLACES MUST BE BOOKED IN ADVANCE ON 01983 741020 WILDZONE FOR FAMILIES: This popular programme of special activities is organised by the Newtown Nature Reserve Warden. Sorry no dogs.

Cowes Main Carnival at the Various streets of Cowes - Wednesday 20 August 2008 from 7:00 pm

Main Carnival starting in Ward Ave, then going across Park Rd into Victoria Rd/Mill Hill Rd/Birmingham Rd/Shooters Hill/High St/Bath Rd and finishing on the Parade.

Children at War Talk at the Needles Old Battery - Thursday 21 August 2008 from 12:30 pm

Discover what it would have been like to have been a child during the war. Talks for children at 12.30pm, 2pm and 3pm.

August Activities at Newport Roman Villa at the Newport Roman Villa - Thursday 21 August 2008 from 11:00 am

TIME FOR A BATH? Have a tour of the villa's baths. Find out about Roman health and hygiene with replica equipment and scented oils.

Blood Donor Session at the Winter Gardens, Ventnor, PO38 1SZ - Thursday 21 August 2008 from 1:00 pm

More than a third of people know someone who has received blood. One in ten have received blood themselves. Yet, only four per cent of the eligible population donate. So give a pint today. You could be saving the life of someone dear. Call NOW to make an appointment 0845 7 711 711 or log on to www.blood.co.uk Times:- 13.00 - 15.30 & 16.30 - 19.00

Island Steam Show at the Isle of Wight Steam Railway - Friday 22 August 2008 to Monday 25 August 2008 from 10:00 am

34th Annual Steam Show. Arena events, vehicle displays, beer tent, steam train rides and lots more!

The Hiwatts @ The Venue at the Venue @ Ryde Theatre - Friday 22 August 2008 to Saturday 23 August 2008 from 9:00 pm

Proudly playing you a selection of their own material & the "BEST" of British Rock/Mod/Punk Music, from the 60's through to the 90's. Come see us at the venues for an evening of PURE ROCK THEATRE! £6 adv/£7 on the door £3 after 10pm 9pm-2am 18+ only http://www.geocities.com/thehiwatts/

National Trust: Heather Blossom at the Meet at Luccombe Down car park (Ventnor Down past radar station) SZ 573789 - Friday 22 August 2008 from 2:00 pm

A steady stroll around Luccombe Down when the heather hopefully will be giving a spectacular show. Reasonably level with some uneven surfaces. Dogs welcome on short leads.

Cowes Illuminated Carnival at the Various streets of Cowes - Saturday 23 August 2008 from 8:45 pm

Illuminated Carnival starting in Ward Ave, then going across Park Rd into Victoria Rd/Mill Hill Rd/Birmingham Rd/Shooters Hill/High St/Bath Rd and finishing on the Parade.

The Hiwatts @ The Venue at the Venue @ Ryde Theatre - Saturday 23 August 2008 to Sunday 24 August 2008 from 9:00 pm

WHO’s WHO’s exciting live performances with Townshend’s leaping and Daltrey’s microphone whirling antics receive incredible reactions across Europe and beyond. £10 9pm-2am 18+ only www.thewhotribute.com/

The Hiwatts @ The Venue at the Venue @ Ryde Theatre - Sunday 24 August 2008 to Monday 25 August 2008 from 9:00 pm

The Jamm- NOT TO BE MISSED THEIR LAST EVER SHOW AT THE VENUE!!!! The JAMM have continuously been delighting fans of PAUL WELLER’S original group in SELL OUT performances. Proving time and again what power the original music had and that the quality of “THE JAMM” show remains unsurpassed.18+

WILDZONE: Get Nailing for wildlife at Newtown at the Meet at the Old Town Hall car park (SZ423906) - Sunday 24 August 2008 from 1:30 pm

Make wooden wildlife boxes at the Newtwon Visitor Point. PLACES MUST BE BOOKED IN ADVANCE ON 01983 741020 WILDZONE FOR FAMILIES: This popular programme of special activities is organised by the National Trust Newtown Nature Reserve Warden. All children must be accompanied. Sorry no dogs.

Open Day at the Lifeboat Station, Freshwater Bay - Sunday 24 August 2008 from 10:00 am

Open Day, the lifeboats on display and crew available for a chat. Also stalls and refreshments.

Shanklin Cricket Club Fete at the Shanklin Cricket Club, Westhill Road, Shanklin - Sunday 24 August 2008 from 12:00 pm

Many stalls (charity stalls, art & craft, jewellery, antiques & collectables, garden, books and bric a brac), crockery smash and coconut shy, Cricket, Golf & Football competitions, dog agility display and fun dog show, Bar, refreshments and food plus much more!

80's Disco & Michael Jackson tribute at the Newport Football Club St Georges Way Newport IOW TEL 525027 - Sunday 24 August 2008 to Monday 25 August 2008 from 8:00 pm

Our DJ will be playing all the greatest 80's hits with our 80's Disco Live entertainment will be from Navi the worlds No 1 Michael Jackson impersonator.

Blood Donor Session at the Cowes Yacht Haven, Vectis Yard, High Street, Cowes, PO31 7BD - Wednesday 27 August 2008 from 1:00 pm

More than a third of people know someone who has received blood. One in ten have received blood themselves. Yet, only four per cent of the eligible population donate. So give a pint today. You could be saving the life of someone dear. Call NOW to make an appointment 0845 7 711 711 or log on to www.blood.co.uk Times:- 13.00 - 15.30 & 16.30 - 19.00

Sandown Carnival Illuminated Parade at the Sandown Town Centre - Wednesday 27 August 2008 from 9:00 pm

Sandown Illuminated Carnival Parade is one of the biggest & best on the island featuring, fire, hundreds of spectacular costumes, amazing floats and bands parading through the town's streets, all lit with thousands of colourful lights. Many say it has the best atmosphere of all the islands carnivals!!!