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Rotary Shoebox Appeal Thanks to a tremendous effort by schools, clubs and members of the Island Community the Island Rotary Clubs collected 2,438 shoeboxes together with an assortment of warm clothing which has all been loaded onto a lorry kindly provided by Steve Porter Transport and delivered to the mainland. From there the shoeboxes will be transported to Moldova to reach Rotary Clubs there for distribution to children in Moldavan communities in time for Christmas.

Thank you everyone and we look forward to working with you next year!

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Dear Readers Welcome to the December issue and here we are hurtling along heading towards Christmas and the New Year... and what a year its been.

The Rotary recently did a big shout out for their Christmas Shoebox Appeal and you didn’t disappoint with your generosity, and you can find out the final figures on page 2.

There is plenty happening across the Island in December whether its lantern parades, Christmas fun days, Christmas Fayres or concerts you will find something for everyone on the ‘Dates for your Diary’ on pages 8 and 9.

The Salvation Army in Newport are once again providing a Christmas Day Dinner for friends in the community who may be homeless, elderly or on their own. Please go to page 4 to see how you can help with donations and volunteering.

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Finally, I would like to wish you all a very Merry Christmas and I look forward to catching up with you all in the New Year.

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Christmas is fast approaching and once again the Salvation Army in Newport will be holding their Christmas Day Dinner. There will be a free hot meal and pudding available to all their friends in the Community who may be homeless, elderly, anyone on their own and for any families who wish to join them.

This event is a mammoth task and organiser, Kay Willett is asking help from us all whether it be in the form of donating food or volunteering. Kay understands that without the help of the Community this event would not be as successful as it has been on previous years.

Here is a list of items needed in order for them to help the homeless and those who would usually spend Christmas on their own. If you can help in any way please email Kay on kay. willett@salvationarmy.org.uk or find her on Facebook.

Currently the drop off points for donations are the Salvation Army Church in Newport on a Monday Tuesday and Wednesday between 10 and 2. Also the Salvation Army charity shop in Ryde.

If you are aware of anyone who would like to join them on Christmas Day or are in need and can’t be there, please let Kay know.

Food - carrots, sprouts, stuffing, pigs in blankets, parsnips, roast potatoes, gravy, turkey, peas, Christmas pudding, cream, custard, mince pies, milk, tea, coffee and Christmas cake.

Drinks (non alcoholic) - Pop, flavoured water, fruit juice.

Gifts - Men’s, ladies and children’s.

Entertainment - Can you spare a couple of hours on Christmas Day to bring some entertainment to the guests.

Volunteers - Volunteers are needed to assist in the preparation of the vegetables on Christmas Eve. This usually takes a couple of hours with a good team of people.

Volunteers are needed on Christmas Day to help get the room ready for the guests’ arrival.

People are also needed to serve the guests during the meal and to chat and share fellowship. You may be the only person that has spoken to the elderly folk that come in for a while.

Finally, it all needs to be cleared away.

Drivers - Many of the guests will needed to be collected from their homes. If you can help collect and return the guests at the end of the day please get in touch.

The Salvation Army also delivers food parcels to families over the Christmas period. Could you assist?

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Monthly News Report for Carisbrooke by John Hobart. South Farm, Sandy Lane, Whitecroft. E-Mail: john.hobart@iow.gov.uk Mobile: 07717 716 663 I would like to start this month’s report with a bit of good news on the school crossing front! Mindful of the amount of work due to take place in Wellington Road, as the school upgrades start there, I approached the agent for Sir Robert MacAlpine (the contractors doing the works) with a view to getting sponsorship from them for at least one crossing patrol officer. I am pleased to say that he has come back to me with a ‘yes’ from them! They have agreed to sponsor the Wellington Road crossing patrol for a year (I will work on extending that for the duration of the build) so in the first instance we know that we have that covered for the next financial year. Good news indeed.

I have had further meetings with regards to the engineered crossing close to Cedar Hill and feel that every effort is being made to achieve what we really need, however there are so many Highways safety rules and regulations to take into account, in this location particularly, that it does slow the planning process up a bit.

But please be assured this is an active project.

I’m sure it will be met with mixed reactions, but I can now tell you that double yellow lines are planned for Castle Hill (and part of Spring Lane). Unfortunately so many people had taken to parking there that it has made it very difficult and dangerous for coaches and other vehicles to access the castle, especially concerning as there are many pedestrians on this route in the summer months. It is also a popular pedestrian route to the High Street and doctors surgery. The other concern is limited/no access for emergency vehicles which must be able to reach properties in the case of fire or accident.

I have recently attended a conference and briefing held by Southern Water at the Lakeside Inn in Wootton. The purpose of this was to clarify their plans until 2020 and to highlight their priorities for that period. The

part relating to drinking water and drought was particularly interesting as we import 30% of our drinking water but approximately a third comes from Carisbrooke. This highlights the importance of our local waterways and groundwater management and the need to prevent contamination. This in turn means that we are closely monitored in this area and that we need to be aware of what is being released into the streams, and fields, in terms of agri-chemicals and sewage leakage from septic tanks and broken pipes. Southern water assured us that they are very pro-active on this and encourage the reporting of any suspicious leakage that you may observe. They are also very keen to work with planning officers to ensure that the water and waste water infrastructure for new developments is in place and secure before building commences. They consider population growth and neighbor-hood plans to assess where development is most likely in order to ensure that the infrastructure is adequate, or where it will be impacted upon by potential development. It is their aim to work with the community to ensure the best service can be provided within their remit as a non-statutory body.

I was proud and honored to lay a wreath at Little Gatcombe (Simeon Green) on the first remembrance day since the inauguration of this new memorial. Whilst there were only a few of us in attendance this year I hope that in future years more will come to pay their respects. I know that I often see people sitting on the new bench there, it does provide a tranquil setting for reflection, despite being on the side of a busy road, and so fitting that there should be an area of commemoration for those in our village who so bravely gave their lives serving in the armed forces.

May I take this opportunity to wish you a peaceful Christmas and an optimistic and healthy New Year.

Authentic Indian Cuisine The Taste of India is situated at 24, Castle Street, East Cowes in the former premises of Purple Mango but they now have new management and new chefs, who are cooking up a storm with their mouth watering range of authentic Indian cuisine.

Their beautifully decorated restaurant can seat large parties or intimate tables for 2, so whether you want to book the Christmas office party or celebrate New Years Eve with family and friends or maybe a romantic dinner for 2 to celebrate a wedding anniversary, whatever your needs Taste of India will be able to accommodate them.

They have a special Christmas menu available as well as banquet nights on Wednesdays and Sundays. For something a little different why not try lunch on a Saturday or Sunday from their special Tiffin menu which is a selection of South Indian breakfast dishes.

Taste of India are attracting many new customers and here are just a couple of extracts from reviews left on Trip Advisor.

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They also offer an outside catering service so if you want to impress at your dinner party or corporate event give Swapna a call on 07421 996432 or if you want to book a table and experience the Taste of India for yourself call 01983 296335 and feel free to browse their current menu on their website.

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Dates For Your Diary Saturday 3rd December – Winter Carnival and Lantern Parade in association with Newport Carnival. Assemble from 5pm at Matalan Car Park for judging from 5.15pm.

Procession moves off at 5.45pm, along south street, St James Street, upper Pyle Street, High Street, Quay Street and finish on Quay.

For more info call 523468

Sunday 4th December – Santa Dash in aid of Earl Mountbatten Hospice. 11am at Ryde Superbowl, Ryde – Adults £15 under 12’s £10 and under 3’s free. Includes santa suit and medal. Register at www.iwhospice.org

Sunday 4th December – Christmas Concert at Cowes Yacht Haven at 3pm in aid of Diabetes Research. The Royal Marines Association Band will be performing with Saturday, 3rd December - Shanklin guest appearances including The Royal Christmas Festival. 10am until 4pm Loads Marines Corps of Drums (Portsmouth). of entertainment, fun and games to get Tickets £16. Please call 856857 for further the whole family in the Festive Spirit. Meet Santa Claus in his Grotto on the town square. details Entertainment throughout the day on Regent Monday 5th December - Isle of Wight Family St including dog shows, singers, dancers, History Society open meeting, everyone samba band, brass band and magician. Lots welcome. 100 years on – an update on the of opportunities to buy unique Christmas Titanic – talk by Dr Noel Stimson at Hunnyhill gifts. Bungee trampolines, shooting alley, Room, Riverside Centre, The Quay, Newport. birds of prey, craft activities, tastings, Doors open 7pm talk starts 7.30pm lasts Christmas tree festival, ghost walk and hog roast plus lots, lots more. All to raise money about 45 minutes. Admission: members of the Isle of Wight FHS - £1, non-members - £2 for Ability Dogs 4 Young People.

Tuesday 6th December - Coffee morning Saturday 3rd December - FUN DOG SHOW in the Oddfellows Hall, 20 St. Thomas Sq, at Binstead Community Centre, Coniston Newport PO30 1SG. Come along have a cup Avenue, Ryde, PO33 3SB in aid of Wight of coffee or tea and have a rest from the Dog Trackers, Search & Rescue for lost dogs Christmas shopping, everyone is welcome. across the Island. Entries from 12.30pm.

Judging starts at 1pm. Entries £2 per class Wednesday 7th December – Sunday 11th or £5 for three. Only dogs of 6 months and December - Brighstone Christmas Tree over are eligible to compete but younger Festival will begin on Wednesday 7th at puppies (once fully vaccinated) are most 7pm with the special “Lights of Love” Carol welcome to come along. Everyone is Service in aid of the Earl Mountbatten welcome.

Hospice. All welcome. From Thursday 8th December to Sunday 11th December over Saturday 3rd December – Christmas Fayre 200 themed decorated Christmas trees will at Nine Acres Community Primary School, be on display in seven different locations in South View, Newport 12pm – 3pm. Come Brighstone and all venues will be open from along and enjoy the fun. Many stalls, 10am to 5pm. No admission charge. All tombola, Santa’s grotto, raffle - with great donations to charity prizes including £100 cash prize.

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Dates For Your Diary Friday 9th December – Community Christmas Fayre at Barton Primary School, Furrlongs, Newport from 2 – 5pm. Craft stalls, Santa’s grotto, refreshments, xmas stalls, raffle and much more.

Saturday 10th and Sunday 11th December - Christmas Market at Rylstone Tea Gardens, Shanklin from 10.30am – 4pm. Craft stalls, mulled wine, hot food and drinks, Christmas crazy golf tournament and much more. Free entry and dogs on leads welcome.

Saturday 17th and Sunday 18th December – Cowes Christmas Festival at Cowes Yacht Haven, Cowes. A host of great quality exhibitors and festive entertainment, it’s an event you don’t want to miss. Live cookery demonstrations from talented local chefs, a great choice of Isle of Wight Arts and Crafts stalls, a fantastic range of live music, children’s entertainment, Santa’s grotto and lots more

Monday 19th December –The Cowes Concert Band present a Christmas Concert Monday 12th December – Christmas Concert of festive music and carols at Newport by the Cowes Concert Band at East Cowes Methodist Church at 7.45pm admission is Methodist Church at 8pm. Hosted by the free but a collection will be taken for Ability East Cowes Ladies Group there will be a Dogs for young people and the band. All retiring collection and a raffle in aid of the welcome.

Ladies Charity. Coffee and mince pies will be served Thursday 15th December – Cowes Rotary Club Christmas Concert at St Mary’s Church, Cowes. Starting at 7.30pm. Featuring “THE ISLAND CONCERT BAND”. Tickets on the door - Adults £5 - children under 15 Free.

Refreshments and raffle

Friday 16th, 6pm-8pm, Saturday 17th 10am – 6pm and Sunday 18th December 11am – 3pm. Nativity Crib Festival at All saints’ Church, Ryde. Friday . Seasonal music and refreshments. A unique opportunity to view a variety of different nativity scenes. Free Entrance – Donations for church maintenance Welcome Friday 16th – Sunday 18th December Sandown Christmas Tree Festival. Come along to Sandown Baptist Church, Station Avenue, Sandown for a display of Christmas trees decorated and themed from local businesses, clubs, societies, associations and groups.

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Bringing home the magic!

Acclaimed magician Luke Lamont is pleased to announce he is back on the Isle of Wight, after spending the majority of the last 3 years performing in London.

In that time Luke has entertained in various prestigious venues such as the O2 arena, The Dorchester Hotel in Mayfair, St James Palace Theatre in the West End and many other theatres in London, Oxford and Edinburgh.

Luke performed his own shows as well as acting in the critically acclaimed 1940’s comedy stage play “The Gin Chronicles” and its sequel. Luke wrote his role and gained high praise for his comedic performances.

After two successful runs at Edinburgh Fringe festival, receiving 5 star reviews from the official reviewers and multiple 5 star reviews from magazines and national newpapers Luke is bringing his Award Winning magic back home.

Luke, who has been performing for over 15 years told me, “I had a wonderful time travelling the UK performing and I am excited to be able to bring all of that experience back home and add some magic to the IOW again.”

With his large knowledge of magic and its allied arts, Luke can provide a bespoke experience that’s just right for any function.

His magic brings something special to occasions such as Weddings, Banquets, Cocktail parties, Gala’s, Balls and corporate functions.

So don’t delay! Make your next event a 5 star experience!

Contact Luke Lamont to find out more or to make a booking.

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“Luke Lamont is the future of Magic” Paul Daniels 5 star review at Edinburgh Fringe

Award Winning Comedy Magician A Professional Magician with 18 years experience.

Luke can provide a bespoke Magical experience that’s just right for any occasion.

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The Downside Community Centre is a local hub offering services to all the community.

With three organisations based in one building, Barton School, Family Centre and Pan Together there is always a constant buzz of activity.

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Use of the computers with internet access is free to users but a small charge is made for printing. This is ideal for those wishing to update their CV or do research. They offer a range of learning, educational and computer courses.

The Isobel Café is proving a great success and is serving a range of delicious meals and drinks throughout the day.

There are regular activities happening:Mondays – Youth Café from 6pm for anyone up to 19 years of age Tuesdays and Wednesday – Youth Club from 6-8pm for 8 – 13 years olds Thursdays is Bingo night which starts at 7pm and everyone is welcome.

The first Friday of every month is Quiz and Curry night from 6.45pm £5 for curry and 50p for the quiz.

For more details of these and other events pop into the café or see Nigel Ryan. You can also follow them on Facebook – Pan Together or The Isobel Centre Café.

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Monthly Report for Newport by Julie Jones-Evans. 53 Victoria Road, Newport, IoW, PO30 2HB Tel 521068 or 07792672198 E: Julie.Jones-Evans@iow.gov.uk T: @juliejonesevans F: Julie Jones-Evans I always find it interesting that as the year draws to an end there is a huge flurry of activity to tie up loose ends before we face a new year with fresh aspirations. This is certainly true of what’s happening in Newport at the moment. The youth shelters have now been installed in Church Litten and the extra fencing further along the library is already making a difference with keeping people safe in the park and library area. The outdoor gym equipment has now been ordered and will be installed before the year is out.

I’m so pleased this project has come to fruition it has been fraught with difficulties over the years but with support from the Parish Council, Police, Lottery Funding and IW Council we made it! Having the chance to create a new area of the park has transformed this area, opening it up and providing a much needed facility.

There is some great news with my 20 mph campaign, following on from the conference in October I put a motion to the IW Council which was passed with a huge majority to introduce 20mph in residential areas, town and villages centres and where people work and learn. This is the start of making safer streets for everyone a reality and I thank everyone for their support. The most important part of making 20mph work is widespread engagement across the whole 14

community and helping people understand the benefits of 20mph. We had a 15 minute film made of the conference, capturing the key moments of the day and we will be having a showing of this soon for anyone to come along to.

Since the opening up of the link road between Mill Street and Foxes Road (which I opposed) residents in the area are now faced with an increase in traffic and cars travelling at a speed which is not suitable for the area.

I’ve been working with the IW Council on a scheme to provide a crossing point. The ideal location would be near the junction of Old Westminster Lane and Mill Street as this is the natural crossing point for people going into town and school.

However certain criteria has to be met for a zebra crossing to be installed and the first set of data collected did not reach the levels needed. Another set of data is being collected at the moment as during the past few months traffic has increased. If the zebra crossing is still not feasible I have secured funding and had plans drawn up for a crossing at the top of the road, which will slow traffic down and provide a “pedestrian refuge” to allow much safer crossing.

I wish you all a most Happy Christmas and Peaceful New Year.

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