The Newport and Carisbrooke Community Council has arranged a fantastic Christmas event this year to switch on the town’s Christmas Lights on Saturday 20th November.
The aim of the day is to celebrate the community of Newport and bring vibrancy and entertainment to the County Town of the Isle of Wight.
Brodie: A great deal of advance planning
Cllr Geoff Brodie, Chair of Newport and Carisbrooke Community Council said,
“Saturday has seen a great deal of advance planning by Community Council staff. We now hope that local residents will come along and enjoy the day.
“A day when we can all enjoy events to get us in the mood for Christmas. I only wish my knees were up to ice skating!”
Kennard: Really looking forward to a great day
Market Days CIC has arranged a Christmas Market in St Thomas’ Square with over twenty local makers and producers brining you crafts and gifts. Claire Kennard from Market Days CIC said,
“We are really looking forward to a great day that brings people to Newport and showcases some of the great things about the town, our aim is to revive markets on the Isle of Wight and we are really proud to be part of the this fabulous festive day.”
What to expect
Alongside the market stalls in St Thomas’ Square there will be singing from Barton School Choirs, Busking, Balloon Making and band performances galore as well as the chance to meet some of the resident donkeys from the Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary.
The festivities continue to St James’ Square where there is a stage and performances by Huxely Magic, Snostoppin’ Huskies, Jukebox Jazz, Maurice Kachuk and more!
The ice rink at the quayside is fully booked but there will be food and drink available in a mini food festival with food trailers and refreshments available inside the riverside centre where there will be more craft stalls.
News shared by Lucy on behalf of Newport and Carisbrooke Community Council. Ed
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