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Pictures as photographers capture spectacular fire performance in Laxey
2+ week, 1+ day ago (178+ words) Pictures as photographers capture spectacular fire performance in Laxey'Isle of Man Today "Those present greatly appreciated the planning/topic/planning by the members of Skimmee Aile in organising this after dark event/topic/event" What made the evening all the…...
Photographers capture mist-laden French and Austrian landscapes
2+ mon, 1+ week ago (357+ words) The club's next meeting is next week They normally aim for maximum clarity of image and sharpness. However, Ruth and Chris Nicholls deliberately holidayed at Cordes-sur-Ciel, near to the Dordogne with that specific intention in mind. Ruth began with their…...
Beautiful pictures of life under Manx waters showcased in competition
2+ mon, 2+ week ago (252+ words) Every year this competition is more keenly fought than the last" The ninth annual Isle of Man Splash In Competition 2025 received some amazing images, most taken around the Isle of Man, but with the addition of a Worldwide category this…...
Book review: 'A beautiful journey through Britain’s lost arts"
6+ mon, 2+ week ago (230+ words) The latest titles are available at both Bridge Bookshop's in Ramsey and Port Erin Hardback, Bodley Head, "25 Britain was once a craft land. For generations what we made with our hands shaped our identities, built our communities and defined our…...
Pictures capture how the Isle of Man showcased its culture in Europe
7+ mon, 5+ day ago (339+ words) A 50-strong delegation from the island took part in Festival Interceltique de Lorient Earlier this month a 50-strong delegation from the Isle of Man showcased the island's culture in Europe. Musicians, artists and performers took part in the Festival Interceltique…...
Ten of the best pictures from the Island Games 2025 opening ceremony in Orkney
8+ mon, 1+ week ago (339+ words) Even the weather has been playing ball! The 20th Island Games are now well underway, following the official opening in Orkney by the Princess Royal, Princess Anne Saturday evening's opening ceremony was held in sweltering temperatures in the Orkadian capital. Nearly…...
Best pictures from Tynwald Day 2025 as thousands gather to watch proceedings
8+ mon, 3+ week ago (297+ words) It has been taking pace in St John's today Thousands gathered in a windy St John's on Monday (July 7) to watch the traditional Tynwald Day proceedings. The Onchan Silver Band led the procession, followed by secondary school students carrying their…...
Pictures from the Lieutenant Governor and Lady Lorimer's trip to the Calf of Man
9+ mon, 4+ day ago (297+ words) The Lieutenant Governor and Lady Lorimer enjoyed an overnight visit to the Calf of Man recently. Their latest adventure took them to the Calf, a 600-acre islet off the south coast of the island managed by Manx National Heritage. Known…...
Group of painters to hold new exhibition at Hodgson Loom Gallery in Laxey
9+ mon, 3+ week ago (523+ words) A group of painters are set to hold their own exhibition of artwork at the Hodgson Loom art gallery in Laxey later this month. The "Thursday Painters" club is a "light-hearted" group of artists who meet every Thursday morning at…...
Arts Society lecture to explore 19th-century American art and westward expansion
9+ mon, 3+ week ago (311+ words) American West In Art" will take place on Tuesday, June 17 June"s Arts Society lecture is set to take a look at 19th-century American art and westward expansion. American West in Art" will be presented by distinguished author and publisher…...