Exhibition at Quarr Abbey – May 2018
Exhibition of contemporary ceramics and paintings:
Visions & Dimensions
by Andrew Dowden and Jeanne Mills-Holland
Quarr Abbey Art Gallery
Quarr Abbey, Nr Fishbourne, Ryde, Isle of Wight PO33 4ES
Thursday, 24 to Tuesday, 29 May 2018
10am to 5pm – Free entry
Quarr Abbey will be hosting this annual exhibition, now in its eighth year, by Island artists Andrew Dowden and Jeanne Mills-Holland.
Andrew’s work is mainly handmade and hand-carved sculpture ceramics and wall panels, with emphasis on form and texture rather than function. Jeanne’s pots are mainly decorative, with paintings in oils and watercolours.
The artists will be in attendance at the exhibition and will be happy to discuss their work. A percentage of all sold work goes to the Abbey.
Extra March 2018 meeting
An extra meeting of the Fishbourne Parish Council will take place on Tuesday, March 27th at 10am in the Royal Victoria Yacht Club in order to discuss two planning applications.
Christmas Carol Singing
There will be carol singing under the oak tree in Fishbourne Lane on Friday, December 22nd at 6.30pm and then afterwards in the pub (from 7.30) for more festive celebrations with a big band and a raffle. See the poster below for more details. Don’t forget to bring your lanterns and mulled wine to the Green.
Councillor vacancy
A vacancy has arisen for a councillor to serve on Fishbourne Parish Council. As a by-election has not been requested, the Parish Council is looking to co-opt a new councillor. If you are interested, please contact the Clerk on fishbournepc@btinternet.com or see below for more details. The Parish Council usually meets on the second Thursday of the month at 7pm in the Royal Victoria Yacht Club, Fishbourne Lane. The deadline for applications is December 1st.
Quarr Abbey
The organ at Quarr Abbey has been restored and a programme of events to celebrate has been organised for the weekend of Saturday July 29th to Monday 31st. Please see the programme below for details.
Co-opting councillors
Following the recent local elections,Fishbourne Parish Council is still three members short and looking to co-opt to make up the numbers. If you are interested, please contact the Clerk on fishbournepc@btinternet.com or see below for more details. The Parish Council usually meets on the second Thursday of the month at 7pm in the Royal Victoria Yacht Club, Fishbourne Lane. The deadline for applications is June 8th and note that, owing to the General Election, the June meeting will be on the 15th.
Civic Day 2017
Saturday June 17th 2017 is Civic Day, a day to show that we care about where we live and promote greater cohesion and partnership in the community.
The Isle of Wight Society, affiliated to the national Civic Voice, is organising a Celebration of Conservation Areas on the Island as part of the Civic Day National Event.
Over many years, the IW Planning Department has invested time and effort in defining and describing the special character of the 36 Island Conservation Areas.
To support this national event, we ask you promote Civic Day in your community by raising the awareness of the value and relevance of Conservation Areas.
May we suggest guided walks, or talks, or exhibitions take place in every Conservation Area on the Island on Saturday 17th June 2017.
To contact us, use info@isleofwightsociety.org.uk and look at www.civicday.org.uk to find out more about Civic Day 2017 nationally.
Best Wishes,
Sarah Burdett
Email: burdett.sd@gmail.com
Seasons’ greetings
A Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from the Chairman, Councillors and Clerk