Island Life Magazine Ltd April/May 2015 | Page 9

ISLAND LIFE MAGAZINE Garden party at the Twinings A summer garden party at the St. Lawrence home of Sam and Anne Twining will serve up an exquisite blend of flowers and plants, woven together with some stunning large scale works of art by Lisa Traxler (www.lisatraxler.com) The charity event, in aid of St Lawrence Churches, is at Wolverton House, Undercliff Drive, and takes place on Saturday June 13 from 12 noon until 6pm. Ploughman’s lunches will be served from 12.302.00pm, teas from 3.00 - 5.00 pm, and a bar will also be available. Bringing history to life A n exciting new interactive exhibition at Brading Roman Villa gives a colourful insight into the life of the traditional Japanese Samurai warrior. “Last Samurai – the True Story”, which runs until June 2, features props and costumes from the blockbuster 2003 movie featuring Tom Cruise, along with authentic weapons, sourced from private collections. Some of the pieces will be available for trying on – which is sure to make for some great family photo opportunities! Newbarn Annual Charity Shoot T he third annual charity shoot at Newbarn Farm, Calbourne, takes place on May 24, by kind permission of the Spence family. Proceeds from the event will go to the Joe Ellis Trust, and all donations will be gratefully received. All are welcome to watch the event, whether participating or not, and refreshments will be available for the 10am start. Entry forms can be obtained from Jill on 07943 238632, and will also be available from Arnold Heals Gun shop, Grange Chine Service Station, Trumor Feeds and Mole Country stores. Hover & shop I f you love to shop, then you’ll also love a super-easy travel option that allows for shopping expeditions further afield. Hovertravel’s hassle-free Hovershop deals cover travel from the Island to London, Brighton, Southsea, Gunwharf Quays or Guildford, and tickets can be bought along with National Express and National Rail tickets at Hovertravel’s Ryde terminal. All you do is hop on board a craft at Ryde, then catch the Hoverbus to local train stations or take one of the many National Express services from the coach park opposite the Southsea terminal. Check the details at www.hovertravel.com www.visitilife.com 9