Latest Events in Castillo-Sopena(June Updated)

Hailed as “one of the most innovative and creative bands in the UK today” (Soweto Kinch / BBC Radio3 ), Snowpoet return to Cardiff to premiere their much anticipated fourth studio album Heartstrings at Yardbird. Snowpoet’s music offers a rare insight into song and poetic lyric writing, holding a space for the complexities found in love, loss, change and ultimately renewal. Their music is “a beautiful statement of the heart” ( Arts Desk) and “the kind of music you often look back to” ( Written In Music ). With a dedicated and ever-growing fan base worldwide, their sound is a testament to the group’s original and beautiful voice. Led by the creative partnership of Lauren Kinsella and Chris Hyson, Snowpoet’s new album is perfect for listeners who crave depth, sonic richness, and lyrical honesty performed by one of the UK’s most innovative and emotionally resonant bands. Snowpoet are Lauren Kinsella - voice Josh Arcoleo - saxophone and bass Matt Robinson - piano and keys Chris Hyson - bass and synth Dave Hamblett - drums Doors at 7:30pm Music from 8:00pm Food available from Tom's Pizza. Alcohol available from Pipes Brewery. Information Source: Yardbird! | eventbrite

The Potomac Jazz & Seafood Festival is celebrating its 25th anniversary in 2025 with a "silver celebration" that includes a main event with live jazz performances by Casual Groove, Rebecca Jade, Andrea Lisa, and Chelsey Green, as well as a variety of seafood vendors and activities. The Main Event features lots of seafood options, various value-added vendors and lots more jazz fun! General Admission and VIP Tickets available! Cost: $75 General Admission/$95 VIP Get ready to groove! The Potomac Jazz & Seafood Festival is turning the big 2-5, and we're throwing a party you won't want to miss! Join us for four days of jazz, fun and waterfront vibes in beautiful Southern Maryland's scenic St. Mary's County. This isn't just a festival; it's a silver jubilee celebration of music, community and the stunning beauty of the Potomac River. Imagine a gentle breeze off the water and the smooth sounds of world-class jazz filling the air. This milestone anniversary calls for something special, and we're pulling out all the stops with a schedule full of events at multiple waterside venues. Prepare to be mesmerized by a stellar lineup of jazz artists, from legendary performers to exciting new talent, curated to have you tapping your feet and swaying to the rhythm! Set sail on the Potomac for a truly unique experience with our jazz cruises, enjoying live music as you glide along scenic waterways and take in breathtaking views. Dress to impress and mingle with fellow jazz lovers at our elegant reception, enjoying delicious food, refreshing drinks and the chance to connect with other jazz fans. Of course, it wouldn't be the Potomac Jazz & Seafood Festival without an abundance of mouthwatering seafood! The best part? Your enjoyment supports a fantastic cause! All proceeds from the festival go directly towards preserving and supporting local history and museums, so you can have a blast while contributing to the rich cultural heritage of Southern Maryland. Don't miss out on this once-in-a-quarter-century celebration! Get your tickets now and join us for the 25th Anniversary Potomac Jazz & Seafood Festival. It's going to be an unforgettable experience! Information Source: Friends of St. Clement's Island and Piney Point Museums | eventbrite

Welcome to the Potomac Jazz & Seafood Festival VIP Tickets event! Get ready for a day filled with smooth jazz music and delicious seafood in a beautiful setting. Join us on Sun, Jul 13, 2025 at 12:00 PM at the St. Clement's Island Museum for an unforgettable experience. Sign up for the VIP experience: VIP Tent Privelleges, Appetizers, Catered Seafood Meal, Swag Bag, 3 alcoholic drink vouchers and even more to come. Information Source: Friends of St. Clement's Island and Piney Point Museums | eventbrite

Table Tennis Wales is committed to encouraging healthier lifestyles across Wales through the sport of table tennis, while Parkinson’s UK Cymru works to enhance the lives of those affected by Parkinson’s in the region. In aid of Parkinson's UK Cymru, Table Tennis Wales are hosting a unique business networking event that combines both sport and social impact. Attendees will have the opportunity to take part in a friendly round-robin table tennis tournament, offering a fun and interactive way to engage with the community. The event will also feature VIP guests, and elite Paralympic table tennis athletes. This is an excellent chance to connect with influential figures in both the sports and charitable sectors. Don’t miss this inspiring occasion that brings together sport, social good, and professional networking in one memorable event. Information Source: Table Tennis Wales | eventbrite

The Washington Educator Career Fairs 2025, a pivotal event for education professionals, is set to take place on April 23 at the Spokane Convention Center in Spokane, Washington. This esteemed gathering serves as a dynamic platform for educators, administrators, and aspiring teachers to explore a myriad of career opportunities, network with leading educational institutions, and engage with innovative teaching methodologies. With a focus on fostering professional growth and collaboration, the event promises insightful workshops, panel discussions, and keynote speeches from renowned figures in the education sector. Attendees will have the chance to connect with school districts and educational organizations from across the nation, making it an invaluable occasion for those seeking to advance their careers in education. The Washington Educator Career Fairs 2025 stands as a beacon for educational excellence, offering a unique opportunity to delve into the future of teaching and learning in a rapidly evolving landscape.

Peter Wood, the Collector of the Impossible , presents incredible, magical objects with unparalleled showmanship. Penn & Teller praised Peter on national television, saying “You could’ve done this act just like this a hundred years ago, and it would’ve been just as good, and it’s great now.” Baltimore Magazine describes Peter as “charming, witty, and amazing,” and the Washington Business Journal promises that he “will blow your mind.” Peter’s interactive show feels like stepping into a cabinet of curiosities, filled with supernatural paintings, mysterious elixirs, mind-reading devices, and more. Blending amazing artifacts with humor and storytelling, Peter Wood has crafted a one-of-a-kind magic show experience that is guaranteed to surprise and delight. See him at Potomac Gardens one night only! Get tickets now - all ages welcome! Proceeds support the St. Mary's County Museums. Information Source: Friends of St. Clement's Island and Piney Point Museums | eventbrite

ESCAPE PROUDLY PRESENTS. . . . "Escape to Supper Club @ Tom's Woodfired Pizza, PIPES Brewery, King's Road, Pontcanna, Cardiff (Limited spaces available, once they've gone, they've gone!) Welcome to Supper Club! Each month we go for food and drinks! Join us on Friday 26 May for a fun Friday night at the awesome Tom's Wood Fired Pizza at Pipes Brewery, King's Road, Pontcanna, Cardiff. We will be meeting at 7:30pm for drinks at Pipes Brewery before ,aking our order with the pizza place. We will be sitting in the Red Door Studio area. Spaces are limited to a maximum of 20 spots only, so please get your tickets early to avoid disappointment. **Please note that the cost of a ticket buys a place at the table. Each person attending is responsible for paying the entirety of her bill** PLEASE ALSO NOTE - should you not be able to attend the evening, please email the organiser to let them know as it is unfair on the restaurant if they prepare for a group booking and then that group is greatly smaller than anticipated. ABOUT SUPPER CLUB . . . We're keen to get a fun, friendly, relaxed gang of people together for regular Friday night meals out. We will be sampling a variety of different restaurants so if you like a few drinks over food, making new friends (and catching up with old ones!) - see you at Supper Club! ESCAPE is a vibrant, welcoming space of pop-up events for bi and lesbian women. Based in Cardiff, our events take place each month, bringing women from Wales, the borders - and from anywhere else- together for drinks, dancing and daring times! Go on - ESCAPE. . . who knows where it will take you. . . Information Source: Escape Events for Lesbian & Bi Women | eventbrite

Maryland’s story begins on St. Clement's Island, where the Ark and the Dove landed in March 1634. It then changed hands a number of times until its final designation as a state park. While motoring around the Island, Museum Division Manager and author Karen Stone will offer tales of the Island’s role in the American Revolution, the War of 1812, the Civil War, and World War II, and will include highlights of the colorful history of the Blackistone Lighthouse, including its destruction in the 1950's, and its eventual reconstruction in 2008. All cruises will leave the dock at 4:00 P.M. A seafood dinner with a chicken option will be offered for all cruises. You will receive an email 10 days – 1 week before your scheduled cruise asking for your meal choice and giving you specific details about your cruise. All cruises will end with a sweet treat. A Welcome Reception will be available 30 minutes prior to each cruise. Please make plans to attend. Park at St. Clement’s Island Museum Parking 38360 Bayview RD, Colton’s Point, MD 20626 If you have any questions, please contact Janet Cooper 301.475.4200 ext. 1832 or janet.cooper@stmaryscourntymd.gov Information Source: Friends of St. Clement's Island and Piney Point Museums | eventbrite

An Evening of Poetry, Songs, Stories and Discussion from long time friends and first time collaborators Hanan Issa and Sam Hickman. "A salon is a gathering of people held by a host. These gatherings often consciously followed Horace 's definition of the aims of poetry , "either to please or to educate" ( Latin : aut delectare aut prodesse ). Salons in the tradition of the French literary and philosophical movements of the 17th and 18th centuries are still being conducted. [1] " Hanan Issa Hanan is a Welsh-Iraqi poet and writer based in Cardiff. She has been featured on both ITV Wales and BBC Wales and worked in partnership with National Museum Wales, Artes Mundi, Warwick University, Swansea Fringe, StAnza Festival, Wales Arts Review and Seren Books. Her work has been published in Banat Collective, Hedgehog Press, Wales Arts Review, Sukoon mag, Lumin Journal, Poetry Wales, Parthian, Y Stamp, sister-hood magazine and MuslimGirl.com. Her winning monologue was featured at Bush Theatre’s Hijabi Monologues. She is the co-founder of Wales’ first BAME open mic series 'Where I'm Coming From'. She was a 2018-2019 Hay Festival Writer at Work. Her debut poetry pamphlet ‘My Body Can House Two Hearts’ was published by BurningEye Books. She is a recipient of the 2020 Ffolio - Ffilm Cymru/ BBC Wales short film commission, the 2021 Literature Wales ‘Representing Wales’ bursary, and the 2021 National Theatre Wales Springboard bursary. She is the current National Poet of Wales. Slick’, ‘mesmerising’, ‘goddess' Singing Harpist Sam Hickman is a multi-disciplinary performance artist with a focus of sartorial storytelling and comedic song. Known to many as ‘that woman who plays harp outside TK Maxx’ she is also a gifted lyricist and composer as well as one of the cities foremost comedic talents. Currently on tour with ‘Sexy Rude Harp Concert’ her one woman show developed at The Sherman Theatre and Wales Millennium Centre with production support from National Theatre Wales, this transatlantic chanteuse regularly wows fans and audiences a like with her unique, off beat and on point humour, style and talent. A rising star, a clear blue sky, a delight at parties. Information Source: Sam Hickman. Music | eventbrite

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