Activities

These sessions are designed for those with dementia, and for their carers to have some valuable respite time.

Cowes Men’s Shed is open to everyone aged 18 and over not just men! We have a large carpentry/joinery workshop, a (relatively) sawdust-free break and activity room and a well-equipped kitchen area with an oven, hobs, a microwave, fridge and (most importantly) a kettle.

Gentle Yoga classes every Thursday morning at 10.15 – 11.45 at the Newport Methodist Church Hall, Quay Street, Newport.

Walking Netball is held every Thursday from 10.30am – 12pm at West Wight Sports & Community Centre, Freshwater.

New Class at Ocean View Hotel, Shanklin on Thursday’s 11am to 11.45am

Join Ali for a session of Gym/Exercise Class. Ali has a gym next door to our Centre.

Our Short Breaks sessions are for all children aged around 6 months to 5 years with disabilities and/or additional needs.

Create an alternative card.

Come along to this craft session and make your own alternative card, no need to book just come along!

Samphire welcomes new members. It’s a lovely group which celebrates the creativity of older women.

Come along to our workshop

This is a slowed down version of the game designed so that anyone can play regardless of age or fitness levels.

This is a slowed down version of the game designed so that anyone can play regardless of age or fitness levels.

A music quiz in aid of the Teenage Cancer Trust and Tonic Music for Mental Health.

Brading Bell Ringers Brading Bell Ringers meet every Thursday at 7pm – 9pm, St Mary’s Church Tower. All welcome.

This is a slowed down version of the game designed so that anyone can play regardless of age or fitness levels.

Learn the Ukulele for fun (new group starting Jan 2020)

Time to dust off your best, worst, funniest, most imaginative hats

Meet new people, share new experiences, get information and support and have fun!

A Youth Club for Grown Ups Fourth Friday of the month 10am – 1pm

Pitch Up at the Old School Cafe Brading A youth club for grown ups Fourth Friday Monthly 10am – 1pm Everyone Welcome

Need help with family history searches, or do not know where to start?

Open to new members Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 10am to 3pm.

A new section running a fun and varied program, including crafts, games, outdoor activities, visits and talks from outside organisations. Our aim is to have fun and learn through doing.

New Off Key Choir in Lake

A public evening on February 28th starting at Newchurch Paviliion and the IW Observatory.

Legends of Irish music and song The Fureys, renowned for their hit songs ‘I will love you’, ‘When you were sweet 16’, ‘The Green fields of France’, ‘The old man’, ‘Red rose cafe’, ‘From Clare to here’, ‘Her father didn’t like me anyway’, ‘Leaving Nancy’, ‘Steal away’ etc return on Friday 28th February.

For one night only, on Friday February 28th, three great Island bands come together at The Apollo Theatre to make music in aid of St Mary’s Hospital’s Sunshine Radio.

Tiny Dancers Ages 0-5 Years – Baby Irish, Ballet, Modern, Cheerleading, Action songs and nursery Rhymes!

A play writing with prolific local playwright Cheryl Barrett.

A playwriting course with prolific local playwright, Cheryl Barrett 📝

Soprano Annalisa Vaughan returns to her roots by performing a programme of traditional Sicilian and Neapolitan songs

Presenting ‘The Marley Experience’ – The Ultimate Bob Marley Tribute Live & Direct from the Heart of the UK.

Don’t wait for it to snow to make a snowman!

On Sunday 1st March, will shall be hosting a Spider Ride event, along with the opportunity to weigh your horse.

A family fun packed day of football, Easter related games and of course a raffle

Whether you have played before, or a complete beginner come and try out it’s open to all.

Come and join us for a couple of games of Laser Quest (20 mins each) and a game of Ten Pin Bowling and a drink and chat.

‘Drop and Swap’ is a project dedicated to reusing unwanted and outgrown toys, books and clothes for children and parents. This service is parent-led and anyone is welcome.

Brighstone Men’s Shed is the first on the island to be associated with a care home.

Come along to The Old School cafe – 2nd March 2020 10.30am & 11.45am.

If you are a carer and may need to discuss various potential solutions, then come and join us at the Carers Centre.

Come and create musical instruments with the ponies.

Our next Inspire Group Programme, our 6 week Creative Arts therapy programme will start on Monday 24th February.

Isn’t it time to get serious about a £12 billion market? Find out more on this one day course!

Our Place is a FREE weekly drop-in chat and support session for anyone of any age and in any circumstance.

Transport your Pre-Schooler back to the good old days and celebrate intergenerational fun with grandparents, aunts, uncles and friends at the Tapnell Farm Tickety Boo!

A range of welfare support and mental health services will be available.

Tracy will be offering a variety of craft sessions.You don’t have to be “crafty”, just enjoy some time out.

Splat Messy Play is the ‘go to’ provider of messy play classes, parties, and events for hundreds of children across the UK.

CHATTY/FRIENDLY/NO FEARS/RUBBER BRIDGE

Observing the Night Skies with Astronomer John Slinn

Join us at our monthly coffee morning and quiz held on the first Wednesday of the month from 10am – 11:30am.

Freshwater Library on Wednesday’s from 10am to 12pm.

Come and make soup and bread with us and enjoy a shared lunch.

No need to book, just turn up and enjoy creating!

Do you remember yester-year more clearly than yesterday?Join us for a trip down Memory Lane with our reminiscence group.

Creative Writing for Well-being – All Abilities Welcome!

Starting on Wednesday 5th we have a new fortnightly D&D session starting.

For girls aged 5-11 years old to learn our beautiful game in a safe and secure environment.

Rock Solid Club – For School Years 5-8

Every Wednesday night during term time…

Classes are at Bar 74, Union Street Ryde every Wednesday evening.

Come and Enjoy a Quiz for Mountbatten at The Mill Bay Ventnor Seafront

Crafts & Cocktails – POM POM MANIA Right folks, here it is – crafts & cocktails is back at The Tea House. – these new events are being run by Ma’s House and Katy Rose Design All of our cocktails & crafts sessions will be £12 per person and include the class, materials and equipment and of course a free COCKTAIL!! Our first week is all about POM POM MANIA – if you like to craft then this is the event for you. Come and join us this week for pom pom wreaths, headbands and key rings. All materials and equipment is supplied but if you have wool you want to bring with you then please do!! £12 per session – drop in welcome or if you prefer to book please either call 01983 856478, message us or pop in to the shop. Watch this space for future sessions and more crafting FUN!  

Circle Dancing is a group activity, developed by Dementia Pathfinders. The sessions are free, fun and gentle.

First steps in carnival. A friendly, hands-on, fun course to learn basic carnival skills No prior experience necessary. Learn how to create body costumes and accessories, staffs, flags and headdresses. At the coaching house 13 union road ,Ryde PO33 2ER thursdays 6pm-9pm. starts 5th March for 5 weeks. Booking essential, please contact Alison, alisonthenewcarnivalcompany.com or call 01983 716095. £40 course fees / £25 for mardi gras groups.

Whether you are an inspiring writer or a published author, everyone is welcome in this friendly and supportive atmosphere.

Fun Singing for all, no ability to sing required, just come and enjoy the fun, laughter and happiness.

We’ll have the Drop and Swap table at the Meet and Eat sessions each month.

Unleash your creative side and find mindful peace at our colouring session for adults.

Learn the basics of lino cutting and make your own prints with local artist Helen Goodman.

Planning a night out to remember? Celebration? Payday? Special Treat?

Raising money for Citizens Advice Isle of Wight, it promises to be a great night for an even better cause!

Vectis Radio’s next regular monthly Coffee morning/Open Day is on Saturday 7th March from 10am to 12 mid day.

The third of our special, dedicated “Walk A Donkey” days takes place on Saturday, 7th March 2020.

Restart a Heart Coffee Morning with a demonstration of how to save yourself and others after a heart attack

Come and find out how you can volunteer to assist in running Citizens Advice IOW main Digital Platforms.

Join us on the second and fourth Weds of every month at the Roman Villa, Brading from 10.00–11:30.

Have fun with colour and make-up, relaxation, tea tasting, enjoy an Indian head massage and a light lunch.

Fused glass bowl workshop coming up at Freshwater Library.

Find yourself at a loss on a Wednesday and want to come and Jam with other musicians why not come on down to Music crafts Generic Jam every other Wednesday. All genres and instruments welcome.

Find yourself at a loss on a Wednesday and want to come and Jam with other musicians why not come on down to Music crafts Generic Jam every other Wednesday.

Learn the basics of needlefelting and produce a beautiful card with the dotty imaging co. by Mary Hill.

Charity Dance on Friday 13th March 2020 at Bar 74, Union Street, Ryde.

Are you free to help litter pick local footpaths?

Have you got what it takes to be our Champion Duplo Designer?

Off Road Run and Cycle from Chessell Pottery Café.

Calling all organisations offering services or activities for people with disabilities.

If you enjoy writing, need help and advice and want to know how to get your book published, then independent publishers Beachy Books will be at Cowes Library.

Proven to lift mood, brighten spirits, and help with anxiety.

Saturday 14th March 2020, 7pm for 7.30pm start.

Celebrate British Science Week in Sandown Bay with a day of scientific discovery and natural history!

A workshop for anyone who wants to try a cute needle felting project.

The Alzheimer’s Society Friendship Group is held on the 3rd Wednesday of the month from 10.30am to 12.30pm

A 3 week short course. Come and try some basic macrame (knotting) techniques. Create decorative items that will be displayed at the ‘all along the river bank’ event on sat 2nd may. After which you keep what you have created. Wednesday 18th, 25th march and 1st. 10.30am-1pm at  Alverstone old school hall. £15 course fee, booking essential contact: 01983 716095 alison@thenewcarnivalcompany.com

Its that time again for the Great British Sewing Bee to entertain us on the TV so it’s also time for our local charity version.

Mindfulness means maintaining a moment-by-moment awareness of our thoughts, feelings, bodily sensations, and surrounding environment.

Messy Church Join us at the next messy church Held on the 3rd Friday of every month at Brading Methodist Church from 3.10pm – 5pm Everyone welcome! All children to be accompanied by an adult Call Jane for more information on (01983) 407201 Free – Donation if wished

A respite weekend for carers. Activities, therapies, holistic café, good food & company.

Brading Bell Ringers are holding a Beetle Drive on Saturday 21st March 2020.

We are back and this time they are bringing a completely new theatre evening to Off the Rails!

Share a fun and creative experience with friends at this fabulous Island venue, led by Island-based ChilliWinter candle chandlers.

Fundraising for Vectis Radio

Come along to Medina’s new book club!

A group for food lovers who want to find new ideas together.

An introduction into the wonderful world of painting with international award winning artist Murray Ince.

Join us in celebrating over thirty years!

Come along to The Broadway Centre and enter to represent Sandown across the Island throughout the summer!

We Would Love To See More Players Come And Join