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Islands in the Sun: The Maldives

Crab Racing and Coral Dreams: My Week in the Maldives The Maldives are made up of 26 atolls, which are ring-shaped coral reefs or groups of small islands formed by marine life over thousands of years. Scattered across the Indian Ocean, southwest of Sri Lanka, the Maldives are renowned for their breathtaking beauty, pristine beaches, and tranquil luxury. Rob, and I visited the Maldives for a week of pure relaxation, […]

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Arts

Gig Goin’ – The Ralities at Phyllis Maud Performance Space.

From Flush to Funk: Music That’s Anything but Bog Standard Over the summer, there have been several standout shows at perhaps Newport’s most unique venue—thanks to Dirty Carrot Records. The former public toilet block has played host to some unforgettable performances, including sets from Greg Ryan, Mr Bewlay, and Eleri. Having attended a couple of these events already, I was excited to return for another impressive line-up.The evening kicked off […]

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In Conversation With Colin: Parker Barrow

Criminally Good: Parker Barrow - Heading for Cardiff Parker Barrow are a blues infused Southern rock band from Nashville led by husband and wife Megan Kane and Dylan Turner. Drawing influences from The Black Crowes, The Allman Brothers, Robert Jon & The Wreck, Led Zeppelin and The Georgia Thunderbolts, their music blends elements of rock, blues, soul, and country, creating a distinctive sound that has captivated audiences across the States; and […]

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Free

Nature Storytime

St. Julian's Library, Beaufort Road, Newport, NP19 7UB Monday 4th August 11:00 - 12:00 About Nature Storytime Summer Holiday Fun at the library. Come along to our themed fun craft and story session. A free event, suitable for 4 – 10 year olds. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Website https://www.newport.gov.uk/our-city/see-and-do/libraries/events-and-activities

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Free

Ladybirds arts and crafts

Bettws Library, 41 Bettws Shopping Centre, Bettws, Newport, NP20 7TN Monday 4th August 14:00 - 15:00 About Ladybirds arts and crafts Summer Holiday Fun at the library. Come along to our themed fun craft and story session. A free event, suitable for 4 – 10 year olds. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult.

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Free

Garden Detective

Rogerstone Library, Tregwilym Road, Rogerstone, Newport, NP10 9EL Tuesday 5th August 11:00 - 12:00 About Garden Detective Summer Holiday Fun at the library. Come along to our themed fun craft and story session. A free event, suitable for 4 – 10 year olds. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Website https://www.newport.gov.uk/our-city/see-and-do/libraries/events-and-activities More Free Events St. Julian's Library, Beaufort Road, Newport, NP19 7UB Monday 4th August 11:00 - […]

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Music

Swingtime at Whitehead’s

Whitehead's Sport and Social Club, Park View, Bassaleg, Newport, NP10 8LA Tuesday 26th August 20:00 - 22:30 About Swingtime at Whitehead's LIVE Big Band/Swing/Jazz music - quality musicianship on your doorstep! Don't miss out! £10 per person on the door (cash). Raffle in the interval. Bar available (cards accepted). Free parking and close to public transport options. Dancing welcome ..... but not compulsory :) Band strikes up at 8! Website […]

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Family

Trail: The Grimwood Museum Adventure

Newport Museum and Art Gallery, John Frost Square, Newport, NP20 1PA Saturday 2nd August 9:30 - Saturday 30th August 16:00 About Trail: The Grimwood Museum Adventure Join us this August for a brilliantly bonkers museum trail, part of the national Grimwood Museum Adventure with Kids in Museums and Simon & Schuster Children’s Books. The Grimwood Museum Adventure celebrates the release of Rock the Vote!, the fifth book in the brilliantly […]

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Cinema

Jurassic World: Rebirth (12A)

The Riverfront, Kingsway, Newport, NP20 1HG Saturday 2nd August 18:00 - Wednesday 13th August 16:30 About Jurassic World: Rebirth (12A) All tickets - £3.50 Running time - 133 mins Five years after the events of Jurassic World Dominion, the planet's ecology has proven largely inhospitable to dinosaurs. Those remaining exist in isolated equatorial environments with climates resembling the one in which they once thrived. The three most colossal creatures within […]

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