The Earl Mountbatten Hospice 2012 Calendar

The Earl Mountbatten Hospice is the only Hospice on the Island caring for

over 1300 patients a year. In order to give this special care to our patients

we have to raise over £2 million each year. We are continually fundraising

and one way is by selling a Hospice Isle of Wight Calendar.

The Isle of Wight Photographic Calendar 2012 is now available, with

stunning Island views taken by acclaimed local photographer Chris

Boynton. Chris has worked with the Hospice for many years raising

thousands of pounds for our patient care by producing a yearly calendar

and donations from the sale of his Photo cards. This year’s calendar has

been redesigned for 2012 with larger photos and a lot more writing space.

These beautiful calendars are priced at just £4.50 each and are available

at many retail outlets across the Island including the Hospice Charity

Shops in Newport, Cowes, Wootton, Ryde, Freshwater and Ventnor and the

Hospice fundraising office on 528989.

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THE GREAT ISLAND BAKE-OFF  made   £324.10 for  Cancer Research, many bakers  have  been inspired to get baking, after watching BBC2’s Great British Bake Off and this competition  gave them a  chance to enter their best culinary creation into the  Islandwide baking competition  which was on  the 24 th October to  and win some professional quality Pampered Chef cookware.

The Pampered Chef have supported Cancer Research every October for the past 4 years, raising over £850,000 in the process.  This year, they’re hoping to top the £1 million mark! The Great Island Bake-Off was held at Nodehill Middle School on Upper St James’ Street, Newport.  There were two main categories: savoury or sweet. Prizes came from The Pampered Chef. Entries were  judged by Matt and Cat of the Isle of Wight’s Eating Out Guide (http://mattandcat.co.uk/) and they gave their feedback to all entrants.  Winner were, children 1st Natasha Gould, 2nd Angus Barrett 3rd Kristain Schafer. Adults  1st Chris Braithwaite 2nd Mary Fouss 3rd Polly Stredder. The Pampered Chef Team hope to run the competition next year.

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Caterpillar Music continue to provide much needed funding for Island based children’s charities.  Since 2006 they have now raised £8000.00 and this year saw over 150 children and parents from all the classes come together to raise money for The Kerry Green Trust who help Island children with life threatening or terminal illnesses fulfil their dreams and wishes

On Saturday, 16th October, Maggie Carberry, the class co-ordinator for Caterpillar Music organised a fun-filled afternoon to coincide with the Book Launch of her book “Cosmo-The Caterpillar Music Bear” which was held at The Chequers Inn, Rookley. Maggie says “This has been a very special fundraising year not only for our chosen charity but also for the Under 5′s who come along to the Caterpillar Music classes.  Cosmo the bear joined our classes just over a year ago and was an immediate hit with the children who have loved taking him home for the week before bringing him back to class along with tales and photographs of his adventures.  In light of Cosmo’s popularity it seemed clear that if I wrote a book portraying the photographs and all the fun he has had while staying with the children that we could donate all the proceeds from the sale of the book to charity. Over the course of the summer, the Cosmo adventure story book took shape and the pre-orders came flooding in which meant we were able to reach our target  for The Kerry Green Trust and thanks to the generosity of many Island businesses who donated to our Raffle, the total amount raised came in at £1000.00.” In honour of Cosmo, the children were invited to come along dressed up as bears and to partake in bear races for which there were prizes.  There were Mummy Bear and Daddy Bear races with chocolate treats for everyone and once again Bev Bax showed her support by providing free face painting for all the children. Maggie added, ”I am delighted that, once again, we have managed to raise a substantial amount of money for another needy Island charity and  that the children also have a lasting memory of the event through their special Cosmo book. If you would like to meet Cosmo at a Caterpillar Music class, or purchase a book please contact Maggie on 01983-617778 or visit www.caterpillarmusic.com/iow

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Love Southsea is the place to look for fun events happening in Southsea and beyond. Love Southsea has a pet charity and is helping ‘Help for Heroes’ . The team work hard to make as much money as they can for this worthwhile cause.See some of the events coming up on the next few months.Halloween Party for Kids on Sunday 31st October, 3pm-5pm, £10 per child (adults free) at the Home Club for Help For Heroes.Then Christmas Fair at Pyramids 10am-4pm £1 entry, kids under 16 free, for Help For Heroes.Fancy a fun night out the Christmas Ball for Help For Heroes, Friday 3rd December 7.30pm-1am £60 a head for Help For Heroes. Not for getting the children Christmas Party on Sunday 19th December at 3pm-5pm, £10 per child (adults free) at the Home Club for Help for Heroes. All contact details to www.lovesouthsea.co.uk or telephone 07729 294137/07767 060388.

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Isle of Wight Steam Railway to be in

Televised Finals of

The National Lottery Awards 2010

Railway Project Tops ‘Best Heritage Projects’ Category!

The Isle of Wight Steam Railway has won a place in the Final of the National Lottery Awards, and now goes through to the final round of voting with the chance of winning the top award in the Best Heritage Project category. The winner will be announced during a live BBC1 television programme, currently scheduled for the evening of Saturday 4^th September.

Working under the project title ‘Isle of Wight Railway Restoration’, the Havenstreet-based steam line reached the Final by topping the Heritage Projects category in the semi-finals against nine other Lottery-funded projects from around the country. To win the top award the Railway must now receive the most votes in a new nationwide public vote from 26^th July to 13^th August. Votes already cast in the semi-finals will not count in the Final, so the Railway is seeking major public support to ensure it flies the flag for the Isle of Wight and for Heritage Railways, by asking people to vote for ‘Isle of Wight Railway Restoration’ when voting opens on 26^th July.

Steve Oates, Chairman of The Isle of Wight Steam Railway, says: “Our heritage railway has a unique collection of historic steam locomotives, Victorian and Edwardian carriages, and other rare rolling stock, all of which are recognised to be of national importance. Lottery funding is so vital to us; it has helped us to secure a fascinating piece of Island railway history, and to ensure we can continue to restore, preserve and operate these unique railway vehicles for future generations to enjoy. We’re really hoping the public gets behind us to vote as it would be a real boost to get national recognition for the work that we do.”

The public can vote for ‘Isle of Wight Railway Restoration’ from Monday 26th July until Friday 13^th August online at www.lotterygoodcauses.org.uk/awards. A telephone voting line will also be available. The project in each category with the highest number of votes will receive a £2,000 cash prize to spend on their project.

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The Ellen MacArthur Trust is a charity based on the IOW working with young people between 8 and 24, helping to rebuild their confidence after treatment for cancer and leukaemia.

Established in 2003 by world-renowned yachtswoman and IOW resident Dame Ellen MacArthur, the Trust now welcomes young people from hospitals all over the country to participate in short sailing trips, initially around the IOW. These young people have often spent long periods of their childhood in hospital, missing out on school and isolated from their peer group.  The trips give them a chance to regain their independence and take control of their lives again, meeting others who understand what they’ve been through.  We aim to rebuild the confidence lost during treatment, and simply have fun, with sailing being the perfect catalyst.

The young people sleep and eat on board, and are encouraged to participate in all aspects of crew life, from helming the yacht, to washing up, with the emphasis on teamwork.  The sailing is mixed with shore-based activities and the Trust is supported by local businesses and organizations including UKSA, Liz Earle, Plaza Ice Creams, Yarmouth Lifeboat, Red Funnel and Solent Yacht Club, helping to make sure all the young people have a great time.

They can then return each year, to sailing regattas, a residential dinghy week in Essex, or for longer cruising.  In 2009 we sailed Round Britain, with 74 young people crewing on one of 16 separate legs.  Trust crews sailed under London’s famous Tower Bridge, were welcomed into Belfast by the Lady Mayor, and saw dolphins and whales.  The yacht returned to Cowes in September at the end of a truly inspirational voyage! To find out more about the work of the Trust or how to support us, please visit www.ellenmacarthurtrust.org

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22nd – 28th Feb

A pamper afternoon to make you feel better and help others

National Student Volunteering Week 2010 takes place from 22 to 28 February, with events running nationwide across schools, colleges and universities. Isle of Wight College Students are getting on board at YMCA Isle of Wight Winchester House, putting their hair and beauty skills into practice at the Make-over for All’ charity fundraiser.

Students will be on hand at YMCA Winchester house from 1:30-4:30 on Wednesday 24 February, offering an afternoon of hair styling, make-up, nail art  and pampering for just £4, including refreshments.

YMCA Isle of Wight Volunteer Project Coordinator Kelly Matthews said “this event will give the college students a chance to show off their creative skills and bring members of society together in a common purpose.” The event is part of YMCA Fairthorne Group’s Vinvolved project, funded by Vinspired, an independent charity supporting volunteering opportunities for 16-25 year olds across England.

All proceeds will go towards Help2Grieve, a bereavement service for young people on the Isle of Wight. Money raised will help support one-to-one work and group sessions for children and young people coping with loss. Further details can be found at www,ymca-fg.org/help2grieve

If you are interested in attending this event, would like to volunteer or want  to support Help2Grieve please call or email…

• Please see www.ymca-fg.org for further details

01489 785228

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The Haiti Appeal Concert will be an evening of live music and DJ’s at Cowes Yacht Haven Events Centre on Saturday evening, February 6th for a maximum of 1000 guests.

The Haiti Appeal Concert – Isle of Wight has been created by Lee Taylor in association with Spencer Rigging Ltd to raise vital funding for the Disaster Emergency Committee.

The Disasters Emergency Committee (DEC) was formed in 1963. They are an umbrella organisation for 13 humanitarian aid agencies. At times of overseas emergency, the DEC brings together a unique alliance of the UK’s aid, corporate, public and broadcasting sectors to rally the nation’s compassion, and ensure that funds raised go to DEC agencies best placed to deliver effective and timely relief to people most in need. The DEC’s remit is to unite agency efforts in times of disaster – such as flood, earthquake or famine – wherever it happens in the world. The way the DEC approach their work is to maximise funds raised and ensure they are spent in an effective and fully accountable way.

The concert will be headlined by Island bands:

The Chancers

The Chancers have enjoyed some fantastic and inspirational support slots including, The Pea’s, New Master Sounds, Scratch Perverts, Cuban Brothers & Roy (THE VIBE) Ayers. With some encouraging sessions recorded with Paul Butler under their belt, they are already enjoying transmission on foreign & local frequencies with a self penned and recorded live album and approaching serious sessions for a debut studio long player… Chosen as the UK’s most inspired unsigned band by Radio 1 listeners & Rob Da Bank, hands shaken by The Beastie Boys after performing at The Bestival, Persuading Soul 2 Soul to play the threatened Isle of Wight – Ryde Theatre, Dj-ing for Rizla as The Invisible Players, a Chancers invited to play onstage with soul singing sensation Jhelisa Anderson….These are just some early highlights to be blessed their way. Regular appearances at Isle of Wight Festival & Bestival have given The Chancers the opportunity to prove and refine their craft and graft amongst some of the best names in the business.

The Kurves

Lead singer Jamie Fineran, originally from the Isle of Wight, moved away aged only 16 to join the armed forces. During his time in the army he served during heated conflict in Ulster, Northern Ireland. It is through his time in the forces that Jamie penned a book of lyrics and songs he would eventually bring with him to The Kurves. Originally a duo, Jamie and Chris, The Kurves were formed in August 2007. In less than a year The Kurves have written enough material for three albums, received airplay on Local, and BBC national radio – becoming Isle of Wight gig favorites in the process. The Kurves have also played a host of festivals in 2008 – culminating with performances at the ‘Wight Air Festival’ alongside The Pigeon Detectives and The Operators – and BBC Radio 1′s ‘Bestival’ alongside such diverse acts as The Human League, Gary Newman and Pendulum. In 2009 the kurves started of in full motion and again played the Bestival alongside such acts as the kooks, Lily Allen and many others. Since then the kurves have had a break but 2010 will see the guys come back with some mighty songs and fill a host of Gigs throughout the Country. They all look forward to seeing you very soon.

The Concert will also have special guests and DJ’s to entertain the crowd.

Ticket sales have been kindly managed and sponsored by Red Funnel and can be purchased at www.redfunnel.co.uk/haiti at £10 each. All money raised will go directly to the DEC.

‘I feel that the tragedy in Haiti is a horrific reminder how we sometimes lose perspective of our lives but the offers of help and support that I have received have been overwhelming and I truly feel this concert will show that we are a small island with a big heart.’

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The Isle of Wight Schools Under 15′s football team, made up of 17 boys from all 5 of the Island High Schools are competing in the Donosti Cup in San Sebastien in Spain in July. They are trying to raise funds to get there and on Tuesday 16th February, West Wight Sports Centre will be the venue for a 10 hour football challenge as well as a Table Top Sale. The boys will be sponsored for the challenge, but they also need teams to play against – it will be 5-a-side in the sports hall and anyone of any age, boys or girls, men or women are invited to get a team together to challenge them. To book a time for your match please ring 07810556794.

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Lyn of Lyn’s Book Biz is delighted to announce that Barefoot Books  have extended their 30% off sale until 11 am on 22nd December. Not only that but if you place an order for £20+ you will get FREE post and packing and guaranteed delivery for Christmas.

Lyn has also set up some virtual events which will support the following charities:-

The Earl Mountbatten Hospice , The Barely Born Appeal , The Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance

also Children  in Need and The West London Twins Club

Visit Lyn’s Barefoot Book Site

click on the orange button against the chosen charity and 20% of the sale will be donated to the charity.

Explore. Imagine. Create. Connect. Give Back. That’s what Barefoot Books is allabout. It’s exploring other cultures, our planet, ourselves. It’s making time for make-believe and letting imaginations run wild and free. Most of all, it’s about using the power of stories to nourish the creative spark in everyone and strengthen connections with family, the global community, and the earth.

You can order online, or if you prefer, ring Lyn 07779 239122 on 0808 108 5010 (free phone) and she will place the order and organise delivery. Why not visit Lyn’s Barefoot Book fan page on facebook to keep in touch with all the latest information

If you are running an organisation/school/group and need to fundraise then contact Lyn to find out about how Barefoot Books can help with this. You can even run virtual book events to raise funds for your cause!

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The Isle of Wight branch of The National Autistic Society (NAS) has launched a new websiteto give help, advice and information to local families affected by autism.

Visitors to the new website can find information about autism and details of what help and support is available in the local area. The new site contains all the latest branch news with details of forthcoming events such as coffee mornings, support groups, fundraising events and autism-friendly cinema screenings around the Island. The site also features photo galleries and there are even pages for young people with autism and their siblings which will feature social stories and games.

NAS Isle of Wight Branch Web Team co-ordinator, Gillian Elsom said “We are really excited with the new website and we hope to keep our members updated and entertained with news stories and interactive features. Autism is much more common than most people think and it affects each person in a different way. Therefore, we have made the site accessible to as many people as possible by adding features such as the option for extra large text and the website is speech enabled meaning that it is read out loud to the user.”

The website is now live and can be accessed at www.autism.org.uk/isleofwight.

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Lyn of Lyn’s Book Biz is delighted to announce that Barefoot Books are having a 20% off sale but you will have to act fast as the discount is only available until 30th November. Visit Lyn’s Barefoot Book Site

Explore. Imagine. Create. Connect. Give Back. That’s what Barefoot Books is all about. It’s exploring other cultures, our planet, ourselves. It’s making time for make-believe and letting imaginations run wild and free. Most of all, it’s about using the power of stories to nourish the creative spark in everyone and strengthen connections with family, the global community, and the earth.

You can order online, or if you prefer, ring Lyn 07779 239122 on 01983 812798 and she will place the order and organise delivery.

If you are running an organisation/school/group and need to fundraise then contact Lyn to find out about how Barefoot Books can help with this.

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Katie Mairis from Cowes is organising a FestiviTea party on Saturday 28^th November 2009 at Cowes Baptist Church, Moorgreen Rd, Cowes to help raise funds for The Isle of Wight branch of the National Autistic Society (NAS), the UK’s leading charity for people affected by autism, and is inviting people to come along!

This local event is one of many FestiviTea parties being organised nationwide, in homes, community centres, church halls and workplaces.

Katie whose own son has recently been referred to Oak House for an ASD assessment  said: “Our FestiviTea party is going to be a great opportunity for us to get together and raise money for our local branch of the NAS. There will be gluten free cakes, activities for the young to include decorating a gingerbread Christmas tree, drawing etc. Plus lovely toys for the children to enjoy whilst giving the grown ups the chance to have a cuppa and a nice mince pie or yummy cake. Phoenix cards and Usborne books will also be on sale with 20% going to the NAS IOW branch. Katie is also wanting to help raise awareness of autism as she knows herself of how it impacts their daily lives as a family.  Autism is a serious, lifelong and disabling condition, but the right support at the right time can make an enormous difference to people’s lives.”

Jane Asher, President of The National Autistic Society and famous for her cake baking, said: “Holding a FestiviTea Party is a wonderful way to raise money for charity and also to have a great time with your friends and family. Christmas can be a very busy and stressful time for all, but it’s especially difficult for the half a million people affected by autism: this is a great chance to relax for a few hours and help other families across the UK.”

For more information about the Cowes FestiviTea party call Katie on 240464 or to find out how to organise your own, visit www.festivitea.org.uk or call Louise on 08727 308768.

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The next concert is at Rookley sports ground, and is called ‘Brass in the Park’ Sunday 7th June. Gates open at 1:30pm

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WORK STARTS ON £1.5M NEONATAL INTENSIVE CARE UNIT PROJECT

BARELY BORN APPEAL FUNDRAISING STEPPED UP

The Barely Born Appeal, launched in late April 2008 to raise money to help provide a new Neonatal Intensive Care Unit for the island’s sick babies, has something to celebrate.  Work has now started on the Unit.

Pamela George, Sister in Neonatal Intensive Care, says: “We’re really excited that the building work has started and we will eagerly be watching progress.  Our current Unit was built with the demands of the 1970s in mind.  Much has happened in the care of premature and very sick babies since then so this Unit will make a big difference to the service we provide to Island parents and their babies.”

Fiona Collyer, from the Barely Born Appeal, comments: “We are incredibly grateful to everyone who has already contributed to the appeal or is planning an event for us.  We’re looking forward to a very busy spring and summer in which we hope to raise thousands of pounds towards this essential service for the Island.  Offers of support for the appeal and fundraising ideas are welcome.”

If you would like to help the Barely Born Appeal, fundraising packs can be obtained by writing to The Barely Born Appeal Office, Child, Family and Therapy Services, St Mary’s Hospital, Newport, Isle of Wight, PO30 5TG, by telephone on 01983 552264 or by e-mail request via barelyborn@iow.nhs.uk.  Fundraising tips, additional sponsorship forms, posters and leaflets can be downloaded direct from the website on www.barelyborn.co.uk.  Happy fundraising!

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