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JAH WOBBLE & THE INVADERS OF THE HEART

The Riverfront, Kingsway, Newport, NP20 1HG Thursday 6th November 19:30 About JAH WOBBLE & THE INVADERS OF THE HEART Tickets - £30 Combining global music, reggae, fusion and punk influences, Jah Wobble has entranced the world with his hypnotic bass riffs for over four decades and has become one of Britain’s most influential and distinct bass players. Accompanied by his band, Invaders of the Heart, Jah Wobble is reborn into […]

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Children

The Adventures of Marcus & Nelson: The Firework Hero

Nelson Saves the Fireworks! The night sky above Beechwood Park was as dark as a pirate’s cave, and Marcus couldn’t stop bouncing with excitement. His curly red hair glowed in the light of the fairground stalls, and his freckles looked like tiny sparks ready to burst into flame. He tugged at his mum’s sleeve.“Mum, when will the fireworks start?” he asked, his single real eye wide.“Soon, love,” she smiled. “But […]

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Music

The Day Bob Dylan Messaged Me: The True Story Behind Mr. Tangerine Man by Nigel Davies

Photo credit: Terry Phillips The Full Story Behind Mr. Tangerine Man — and Those Messages from Bob Dylan Yes, you read that right — I’ve had two messages from Bob Dylan. The man himself.But before we get there, here’s the full story of how it all began — with a little satire, a bit of protest, and a song called Mr. Tangerine Man.The Birth of Mr. Tangerine ManWhen Donald Trump […]

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Little Hands Big Hearts (Creative Group for Babies and Parents/Carers)

The Riverfront Theatre, Kingsway, Newport, NP20 1HG Wednesday 17th December 10:00 - 11:00 About Little Hands Big Hearts (Creative Group for Babies and Parents/Carers) Weekly on a Wednesday, £5 per session (price includes 1 adult and their child) Join us every Wednesday morning at The Riverfront for a gentle, creative space designed for parents and babies in arms (up to 12 months). Together we’ll explore safe, art-based activities in a […]

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Arts

Canvas Crew Art Club

The Riverfront Theatre, Kingsway, Newport, NP20 1HG Wednesday 5th November 16:30 - 19:00 About Canvas Crew Art Club CanvasCrew Art Club is an after-school art club for young creatives. Come along every Wednesday to make an amazing creation inspired by different artists in history. Explore a variety of arts and crafts techniques each week - perfect to brighten your Wednesday and learn new creative skills! 4:30pm-5:30pm (ages 7-9) 6pm-7pm (ages […]

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Community

BONFIRE NIGHT AT THE WATERLOO INN – A CRACKLING COMMUNITY CELEBRATION!

Waterloo Inn, West Nash Road, Nash, Newport, NP18 2BZ Wednesday 5th November 17:30 - 22:00 About BONFIRE NIGHT AT THE WATERLOO INN – A CRACKLING COMMUNITY CELEBRATION! 📅 5th November 🕠 Bonfire lit at 5:30 PM | 🎇 Fireworks display at 7:00 PM 🎟️ £5 Adults | £3 Under 16s | Under 5s & Wheelchair Users: FREE There’s nothing like a crisp autumn night lit by fire and fireworks to […]

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Community

Babies and Toddlers Group

Lliswerry Baptist Church, Camperdown Rd, Lliswerry , Newport, NP19 0JF Thursday 6th November 9:00 - 11:00 About Babies and Toddlers Group Babies and toddlers playgroup in a lovely building lots of toys to play with lots of chat for mums and dad‘s grandmother’s the best cup of tea going in and the best toast with real butter come and join this little group Website HTTPS://www.lliswerrybaptist.org.uk

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History

Newport Seafarers Autumn Walking Tour

Newport Transporter Bridge Visitor Centre , Usk Way, Newport, NP20 2JG Thursday 6th November 10:00 - 15:00 About Newport Seafarers Autumn Walking Tour Fancy crunching your way through Autumn leaves and discovering something new about Newport's maritime history? Join us on a voyage of discovery, celebrating Newport's Nautical heroes and heroines with Antarctic stowaways, heroic rescuers, Hollywood liberties, pioneering women and even rogue torpedoes - uncover their stories! In the […]

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Nigel Davis and Georgia Jay on the Pure Local Extra Show

Today Nigel and Georgia were our guests on the Pure Local Extra Show, with RightKeysOnly on the desk To start the show, Georgia has held our Record Of The Week title for the past week with her song "Happy Halloween: To Hell With It". This week, continuing with the Halloween theme, our Record Of The Week goes to "Ghost" by Keys of RightKeysOnly. Two Record Of The Week holders in […]

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Festivals

Torchlit March in the Footsteps of the Chartists | 186th Anniversary Celebrations

Belle Vue Park Tea Rooms, Waterloo Road, Newport, NP20 4FP Saturday 1st November 16:30 - 19:30 About Torchlit March in the Footsteps of the Chartists | 186th Anniversary Celebrations Newport Rising Festival | Annual Torchlit March in the Footsteps of the Chartists Join us for the iconic Torchlit March, a powerful and moving highlight of the Newport Rising Festival. Arrive at Belle Vue Park Pavilion from 4:30 PM to soak […]

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