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Cowes Men’s Shed welcomes all, aged 18+ 25% of our members are women Please donate £1 per visit We have a carpentry workshop, hobby room, IT area, gardens with polytunnels and raised beds. Come for a chat, a cuppa or simply to look. Some members have worked in a trade for years, others have never held a tool. Some want to chat, others want to work quietly on their own. It’s a great way to get out of the home. Lonely or isolated? – Don’t be. We welcome men and women, and those who have poor social networks. If the Shed isn’t for you, you may know someone it could help. Some retire and downsize, no longer having space for tinkering. Our Shed can help people regain simple pleasures. People lose confidence. Cowes Men’s Shed understands that and welcomes all, focusing on, and targeting social isolation. Those visiting the Shed for the first time find how easy it is to talk without feeling anxious or self-conscious. Find the Shed at 25-26 Somerton Industrial Park, Newport Road, Cowes, PO31 8PA. It’s open Mon-Fri, 10am-3pm. Feel uncomfortable visiting for the first time on your own? You’re not alone, many do. Be strong.
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As I write this it definitely feels like summer is here. The sun has been out all week and there is talk of a mini heatwave in the next couple of days. I hope by the time you read this the sun is still putting in a daily appearance.
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Thank you for picking up a copy of the 078245 04286 July issue and I find it quite frightening how quickly the year is going so far... The Ben_d88@hotmail.com festival has been and gone and the island Property Maintenance is playing host to many visitors, some popping over for the first time and others Fencing | Carpentry | Decking are regulars with many of them wishing Over 10 years’ experience | Fully insured they could make this their permanent home. I often wonder if by having all this beauty right on our doorstep and under our noses that we don’t appreciate it as much as we should do. What do you think? I mentioned in last month’s issue that with one thing and another I had not had the chance to get on my bike and enjoy the outdoors, well... that is no longer relevant as I have been all over the island exploring all the nooks and crannies and sampling everything the island has to offer. Being on two wheels is like being set free and yes, it is an electric assist bike, but I still have to pedal on the flat and up hills. It is amazing how many other people you get to chat with that are either cycling, walking or enjoying one of our local tearooms. I’ve also lost count of the times I have cycled past a house and got the familiar aroma of a sausage on a barbeque... why is it that other people’s burnt sausages always smell better than your own? I hope you enjoy this month’s community magazine, there is lots to read about, including our regular news reports, puzzle section, Dates for your Diary, local advertisers and much more including a great piece about Isle of Wight Swifts. I hope you all have a lovely July and I hope we can meet up again next month and please if you have any community news to share, please let me know so I can share with other readers.
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This desire to be part of the wider community is reflected in the families support for the blue light card scheme and Isle of Wight gift card which are both accepted in store. Edison’s have sponsored Cowes Sports goalkeeper Ed Hatt for two seasons and look forward to a third along with other community sponsorships and projects launching later this year. “For us it’s about being part of the Island not just another shop” Pop in and take a look 5 Grays Walk PO30 1TD. Edison’s Electrical where your project is our passion!
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News Report by Julie Jones-Evans. Tel 521068 or 07886 437688 E: julie.jones-evans@iow.gov.uk T: @juliejonesevans F: Julie Jones-Evans I’m glad to report the Jubilee celebrations in Newport were a tremendous success and thanks are due to everyone involved, especially the team at Newport and Carisbrooke Community Council, Market Days, Shaping Newport and Platform One. Funding came from the National Lottery and NCCC. The High Street was packed for the parade and so many people commented on how great it was to have the road closures and could we do it more often! We will have the footfall figures soon from the day, so I’ll be able to report next month on just how many people attended. After catching our breath, we are now planning for 11th September when the final leg of the Tour of Britain will be on the island and the riders will be going along Forest Road, Gunville Rd, Carisbrooke High Street, The Mall and Newport High Street before heading south towards Sandown. We are thinking about using St James’s Square again and having the screen up so we can show the whole of the day’s cycling action. NCCC have pledged £5,000 to support an event in town and I hope lots of individuals and organisations will get involved along the whole of the route. Millions of people across the world will be watching so we can use the opportunity to make our place look its best and have some fun too! IW Council will be moving forward with the improvements for pedestrians in the High Street and St James’s Square as Cabinet takes its decision in July. If all goes to the current plan, we will expect spades in the ground in February 2023.
As part of the Government’s Levelling Up agenda an application is being submitted to connect West and East Wight with cycle routes, coming through Newport. This will be a game changer if we are successful. These bids are competitive but cycling and walking infrastructure structure is so important not only for our sustainable tourism sector but also giving people safe routes for commuting. The current cost of fuel has seen many people make that choice to cycle to work. Just a quick reminder that One Leisure at Medina has concessionary membership for those on low incomes and memberships can include classes, swimming and gym - you choose what suits you. Keeping active is so important for our well-being and we have a fantastic facility at Medina and a lovely park right next to it which is available for walks, running, picnics and the playground for our young ones. As I write this the IW Festival has just begun and we are welcoming once again thousands of visitors to Newport. Talking to them, they all say how much they love the island and the festival, many of them come year after year. I was excited to see the plans go in for the NHS health hub in the old HMV building, looks fantastic, a big investment and great facilities for us. They are also putting in a Changing Room Toilet which is a specially designed facility for those with accessibility needs. Hopefully it will be open in a few months’ time and it will be a great asset for the town.
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News report from Cllr Andrew Garratt for Parkhurst & Hunnyhill Email: andrew.garratt@iow.gov.uk - Tel: 01983 524623 Some months ago, I reported that the Isle of Wight Council had agreed to carry out a pedestrian survey at the crossing point by the mini-roundabout near Lidl. I’ve had confirmation that a camera-based survey finally got under way in early June. Once the numbers have been crunched, the council will be able to look at what it can do to help make it safer when crossing the road at this point.
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In September, as I’ve mentioned in a previous report, the Tour of Britain cycle race concludes here on the Isle of Wight. The course includes Horsebridge Hill, Parkhurst Road, and Forest Road, so there will be plenty of points where residents will be able to watch as cyclists flash by. Newport Recently, Isle of Wight MP, Bob Seely, & Carisbrooke Community Council has set reported on a response to a question he’d aside funds to help community groups make put to the ministry of justice which had the most of this spectacle, and to encourage confirmed that the government have no plans cycling among all generations. If your group to reopen the prison site. It’s good to see that has an idea, please get in touch. Mr Seely has followed this up asking for a final decision soon on what the site should Pharmacies are one of the services at the be used for. I’ve written to the MP pressing heart of our communities. Every three years him to ensure that any decision covers not the Island’s Health and Wellbeing Board just the prison site but all the Ministry of consults on pharmacy services. The aim is Justice’s land in the area. I’ve set out my to make sure there is good accessibility, find concerns that any decision which leads to out what works well, and identify things that development must recognise the importance could be improved. The consultation ends on of protecting Parkhurst Forest and other 17 July. You can complete the survey online sensitive environmental sites, including the at hampshirecc.welcomesyourfeedback.net/ green fields adjacent to the forest. s/2022-PNA or write to S. Squibb, County Hall, High Street, Newport PO30 1UD. Last month, I reported that I’d requested a briefing from NHS Trust leaders on their We’re well into summer and I hope that newly published Estates Strategy. They you’re able to make the most of the good agreed and our meeting should have taken weather. Summer is a time, of course, of lush place by the end of June. I will report back in garden growth. If you have a hedge or other a future issue of Island Magazines. plants that grow out and across pavements or roads, please check on their growth and In early June, there was, of course, the trim them back if needed. For many people, Queen’s Platinum Jubilee. It was great to such as those with a visual impairment, see so many people in Newport town centre overhanging branches can cause problems enjoying the events supported by Isle of and even injuries from prickly plants. Wight Council and Newport & Carisbrooke Community Council including the grand Finally, as ever, please get in touch if there parade and the live music in St James’ is an issue that affects you – however ‘big’ or Square. If you were there it would be good ‘small’. My contact details are above.
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From joy’s humble crumble kitchen The Big Food Waste - We are ranked 3rd in the world for this after the US and China. Reducing food waste is one of the most important things we all can do to reverse global warming. Perhaps we are unaware of its (peelings) healthy reusable properties - here are some ideas to put them on your plate thereby not only saving money but each one of us playing a small part in restoring our planet’s health. CRUNCHY VEGGIE CRISPS
Spread potato, carrot, parsnip and beetroot peelings on a baking sheet and toss with oil. Bake in the oven at 200°c for 15 minutes until crisp and golden. Remove from the oven and sprinkle with salt and any spices you wish to add.
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CHEESE DIP for Veggie Crisps 75g mayonnaise and 75g yogurt/creme fraiche or sour cream - 50g grated cheese (option to add a little finely chopped onion and/or a grated clove of garlic). Mix all the ingredients in a bowl and season. (add a splash of water to loosen if needed). Or you can use plain mayo, tomato or sweet chilli sauces too dip.
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You can easily process leftover washed veggie scraps (those which you can eat raw) into a healthy smoothie. Mix together using a blender adding some water, plus any additional fruits, herbs, spices or a bit of ginger according to taste.
VEGETABLE STOCK POT.
Take piles of washed peels plus any cut offs, chop roughly and place into a pot and cover with water - add a few extra herbs, seasoning and simmer for about 20 minutes - strain and you’re done!
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BROCCOLI STEM SLAW Shred up some peeled broccoli stalks, carrots and onion. Drizzle on your favourite dressing and serve.
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BROCCOLI & CAULI PUREE This tasty dish uses chopped broccoli, cabbage or cauliflower stalks and some leaves. Steam or boil them until soft, then puree and season. The prefect side dish.
TOP TIP Add a handful of lemon peelings to a kettle with limescale - boil and let it stand for a good while. Put orange or lemon peel in a spray bottle with white vinegar. Makes an amazing all purpose cleaner
The East Wight Photographic Group is a friendly local photographic group on the Isle of Wight, with an active social side. They have one photographic outing in the morning of the first Friday of the month, to venues mainly on the Isle of Wight. They take photos for a couple of hours and then meet for lunch as a group. These outings encourage members to take gentle exercise and socialise with others. The other meeting, on the third Friday of the month is at 2.00pm where they have the results of competitions and presentations and workshops on photographic subjects. Anyone interested in photography is welcome. The objectives of the club are to foster an interest in photography; to provide a means for the exchange of photographic knowledge and to promote a friendly social atmosphere amongst members and guests so that everyone may learn from one another. Members range from those new to photography to some with years of experience. They welcome new members of all standards, including those taking up photography for the first time. Membership is only £10.00 a year. They also organise meetings, social events, presentations, field trips /outings, workshops, and competitions. Further information about EWPG, including how to join, can be found at ewpg.org.uk or by telephoning the Membership Secretary on 01983 872164 and see their main advert above.
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News Report from Cllr Joe Lever - Carisbrooke & Gunville Mobile - 07736 663 657 Email - joe.lever@iow.gov.uk Facebook - @CllrJoeLever How is it July already?! Firstly, an update on the two revised applications for development behind Arthur Moody Drive/Forest Hills. They have now gone before Newport & Carisbrooke Community Council’s planning committee, who have recommended refusal. The next step is for them to go before the Isle of Wight Council planning committee, although - at the time of writing - a date has yet to be set. I continue to be in conversation with residents and IWC planning officers in relation to these proposals and although the official consultation period has closed, you can still submit comments on the applications, should you wish! On to slightly less fraught matters now… I thought the Jubilee celebrations were a great success, a sentiment which has been echoed to me by many residents. It was lovely to see so many familiar faces out for the parade down the mall and High Street. Newport was buzzing with activity and long may that continue! Looking towards future events, Carisbrooke Village Fete is back this year on Saturday 16th July at the Eight Bells from 12-4pm. As usual, there’ll be plenty to do and Newport & Carisbrooke Community Council will have a gazebo there where you can meet local councillors, find more information on what NCCC does and info on other local events. Hopefully we get nice weather!
Nelly’s tea & coffee afternoons continue to run each Wednesday, 2-4pm at Gunville Methodist Church. So, if you’re available and would like to get to know some of your neighbours a bit better, do join a lovely bunch of people for a good chin wag and some biscuits! Organisers just ask for a small donation, to cover costs of refreshments. Lastly, plans are progressing nicely for the wooded section of Vectis Field. I’ve been in conversation with groups keen to help bring this space to life and am aiming to speak to local schools about the prospect of using it as a forest school site. Really hoping we’ll start to see that space become a lot more inviting in the not-too-distant future! As always, if you need to get in touch, please use the contact details at the top of this page.
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Historical Events and Interesting Facts for July As we’re at the beginning of the second half of the year, it’s a great time to start working on any of those new year’s resolutions that you’ve put off attempting for the first half of the year! In early July, a period of time called the “dog days of summer” begins. Historically they were observed within Ancient Roman and Greek astrology and were connected with bad luck, mad dog attacks, unexpected thunderstorms, heat, and drought. They gained their name as “dog days” as they were connected with the star Sirius, which is part of the Canis Major (Greater Dog) star system. Nowadays, “the dog days” refers to when the hottest days of summer begin. It was in July that the rabies vaccine was first successfully given to a patient. The French microbiologist Louis Pasteur administered the vaccine to a nineyear-old called Joseph Meister on July 6, 1885. The child had been bitten by a rabid dog, and Louis Pasteur, unsure whether the vaccine would be successful, decided it was worth testing. Fortunately for the boy, it worked! The Anglo-Saxons had multiple names for the month of July, including Maed-monath and Hey-monath. Respectively, these translated into “the flowering of meadows” and “hay month.” On July 25, 1909, Louis Bleriot became the first man to fly an aircraft from one country to another successfully. He took off from the coast of France and landed across the channel near Dover. July has two birth flowers – the water lily and delphinium also known as the larkspur. The water lily is a symbol of a pure heart, while the larkspur (especially its white form) represents the lightness of the heart. The birthstone of July is the ruby, considered by many to be the king of gems. At one point in time, it was considered to protect warriors on the field of battle if it was embedded in their armour. Nowadays, as a birthstone, it’s said to protect against evil. July was an important time for the space race of the ’60s. The first crewed mission to the moon, the Apollo 11 Mission, launched on July 16, 1969. Four days later, on July 20, 1969, Neil Armstrong made history by taking the first step on the moon while declaring, “That’s one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind!”. July 16, 1945, was another big day for the world and a step down a very dark period of history. It was on this day in Alamogordo, New Mexico, that the first atomic bomb was detonated. The bomb was called “Fat Boy,” and its explosion sure was fat – the mushroom cloud was 41,000 feet (12.5 kilometres) high!
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Can You Help our Isle of Wight Swifts? by iWatchWildlife Swifts are amazing and beautiful birds. The sound and sight of them racing and screaming over our rooftops is an exhilarating and essential part of summer on the Island. However, Swifts are now on the Red List of species threatened with extinction - they are in serious trouble. Loss of nest sites is by far the major contributor, though falls in the populations of insects Swifts eat may also play a part. Preserving existing nest sites and providing new nest sites is crucial if we are to prevent Swifts becoming extinct in the UK. Thousands of new nest sites are needed each year just to halt the decline and thanks to Hampshire Swifts, we have an opportunity to help the Isle of Wight’s population of breeding swifts. Hampshire Swifts can build new boxes and install them for no more than £40.00 per box. This is a fantastic deal as installation height needs to ideally be a minimum of 5 metres above ground level and is therefore probably best left to the professionals! Earlier this year, the first round of 15 boxes were successfully installed on properties across the Island with the next batch planned at the end of the summer once the birds have left our skies. iWatchWildlife are co-ordinating the registration effort here on the Island, so if you are interested in having a box/es installed on your property then please do get in touch at iwatchwildlife@gmail.com with your name, postal address and contact email preferably. Hampshire Swifts can then check your property online for suitability. Even better is if you and a group of neighbours can get together and have boxes installed as Swifts are social birds and tend to prefer to nest with others.
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Call Kim on 07855 747893 A few scams to share with you this month from Trading Standards. • The coronavirus scams continue, we are receiving regular reports of texts allegedly from the NHS stating that you’ve been in contact with somebody who has tested positive for covid and you need to do a PCR test. You are told to click on a link to order one – DON’T click on the link this is a SCAM. There are no longer any restrictions or testing in place and certainly no track and trace! • Residents have reported calls from internet providers saying that there is a problem with your broadband and they want to update the software on your router. This will probably involve you allowing them access to your device where they will be able harvest your information, possibly even access to your bank accounts – NO internet provider would contact you with a problem – you have to contact them. • Action Fraud has received 752 reports in four days relating to fake emails purporting to be from Ofgem. The emails state that the recipient is eligible for a rebate as a result of a newly announced government scheme. The links in the emails lead to genuine-looking websites that are designed to steal your personal and financial information DON’T click on links in emails or texts To report a scam text – forward the message to 7726 To report a scam email – forward the message to report@phishing.gov.uk 17
dates for your diary Every Wednesday – Mountbatten Community Choir is meeting again at the hospice from 6pm – 7.45pm for a weekly uplifting sing. Everyone is welcome to come and join in. No need to be able to read music and no previous experience necessary. For more information contact Fraser Simpson (choir director) on 07834 322316 or email fraser.simpson@ mountbatten.org.uk Every Friday – Calbourne Recreation Ground Car Boot Sale (weather dependant) Gates open 3pm – sellers set up - 4pm (£5 per pitch) and Buyer’s access – 4.30pm. Every Saturday – Colwell Common Car Boot Sale. Sellers set up from 8.30am and buyers from 9am – Cars £5 and vans £7. No need to book – just turn up. Weather permitting. Every Sunday – Fighting Cocks Car Boot Sale. 9am – 11am (sellers from 8.30am – Cars £7 and Vans £10) For further enquiries please contact Laura - laura@ thefightingcocksiow.co.uk or 01983 865254. Weather permitting event. Saturday 2nd July – Vectis Radio Coffee Morning 10am to midday in the studio at the Riverside Centre. Meet some of the presenters and other listeners. Maybe you would like to join their team of volunteers, whether that is presenting, marketing, collating news or something else. Go along and have a chat. There will be tea and coffee, and some biscuits, and homemade cakes. All they ask for is a donation in the bucket to help them to keep going.
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Sunday 10th July – Dog Show at the Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary, Wroxall from 10am – 4.30pm. Free entry but donations kindly accepted. Wednesday 13th July – Wight Proms Wednesdays – Lunchtime Concerts at Northwood House, Cowes at 12.30pm. James Longford (Piano) Steinway Artist and award-winning pianist from Ryde. Tickets: www.wightproms.co.uk/ wednesdays or on the door. Thursday 14th July - The Music Playhouse at Freshwater Methodist, Brookside Road. 2pm to 3:30pm. Live vocals and musicians. Song sheets provided for Nat King Cole hits & Old-Style American Artists. Tea/ coffee and biscuits interlude. Saturday 16th July – Summer Fayre in aid of Feline Welfare IOW and Nine Lives Cat Rescue at East Cowes Town Hall, York Avenue, East Cowes from 10.30am – 1.30pm. Saturday 16th July – Summer Fayre at the Isle of Wight Community Club, Park Road, Cowes, from 11 – 4pm. In aid of Wessex Cancer Trust. Fun and games for all the family – Free entry and parking. Saturday 16th July – Isle of Wight Pride at Ryde Esplanade. There will be a traditional parade at the start of the day from Queens Road, down to West Street, Cross Street, Union Street and onto the Esplanade. The parade will finish next to the Community Village on the seafront where all the afternoon and evening entertainment will
All event information was correct at time of print but could be subject to change at any time.
dates for your diary Saturday 23rd July – Newport Main carnival. Events happening at various locations around Newport and the town on the day and the main procession will depart at 7pm from Church Litten. Saturday 30th July – Sandown Children’s and Main Carnival. A fantastic day of family entertainment in Sandham Gardens followed by the Main Carnival Parade at 7pm. Saturday 30th July – Friday 5th August – Cowes Week. The event offers a great mix of competitive sailing and social activities. Come and watch the sailing, enjoy the parties and live entertainment, and experience the unique atmosphere. Cowes has a fantastic range of pubs, cafes, restaurants and yacht clubs, all welcoming competitors and visitors to the town. Combined with the pop-up venues, bars, retailers at Cowes Yacht Haven, the bars and entertainment at Shepard’s Marina, Northwood Park Lawn Lounge and the busy Cowes Parade with its Crew Bar and live entertainment, there really is something for everyone.
EVENTS AT LORD LOUIS LIBRARY Friends of Lord Louis Library Book sale - Saturday 2nd July. 9am-4pm Find out about becoming a PA drop in Tuesday 5th July. 10.30am-12pm
Health Information Week Info session Tuesday 5th July 10am-12pm, come along and find out about how to access good quality health information Dying Matters Café with Mountbatten – Tuesday 5th July 10-11.30am Reading Group - Thursday 7th July 5.15pm Knit and Natter - Thursday 7th July 10am12pm & 21st 2-4pm Tea and Chat for the Over 60s - Monday 11th & 25th July 10.30am-12pm Digital Workshop with Age UK ‘All about Apps’ Thursday 14th July. 10am-12pm. Phone 525282 to book. Digital Drop in with Age UK, help with your device -Thursday 28th July. 10.30am12pm RCS support drop in for unemployed people looking for help to retrain and find work Tuesday 19th July at 10.30am-12.30pm Children Rhymetime - Every Friday 10am and 11am Lego Club (age 5+) - Tuesday 5th & 19th 3.30-4.30pm Duplo Group for toddlers Every Tuesday 10.30-11.30am Home Ed Lego Club (age 5+) - Monday 11th July 10.30-11.30am Summer Reading Challenge starts 9th Julyread 6 books and win a medal!
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Last Thursday of the month 6pm 8pm 6pm—8pm
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2pm 4pm o’clock 10.30am—12.00
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verygiving welcome An Alzheimer Café Newcomers is a meeting place informal education about Booking only necessary when Covid-19 restrictions apply dementia, guidance and signposting to other services. An Alzheimer Café is a meeting place giving informal education about dementia, We welcome people with dementia, their families, carers, guidance and signposting to other services. We welcome people with dementia, professionals and anyone with an interest in dementia. their families, carers, professionals and anyone with an interest in dementia.