Posts by Kenny Smith
Music club to welcome Consone String Quartet
Milngavie Music Club’s next concert features an extremely talented, up-and-coming young ensemble that specialises in playing the music of the 18th and 19th centuries as it would have sounded at the time. The prize-winning Consone String Quartet play on period instruments and their concert at Cairns Church, Milngavie, near Glasgow, on 5 April, which focuses on…
Read MoreSilent film festival is all ready for its latest premiere
There’s just a week to go until the ninth Hippodrome Silent Film Festival kicks off at the Hippodrome in Bo’ness. Affectionately known as ‘HippFest’ this annual festival run by Falkirk Community Trust, is packed with film gems from the silent-era, talks on early cinema pioneers and world-class live music. It beings on Wednesday, 20 March.…
Read MoreBeira awakes to create a timeless collection
In a world of throwaway, fast fashion, overflowing landfills and climate change the fashion industry needs a reawakening. Enter Beira, a new slow fashion brand that has just launched in Edinburgh. Using Italian craftsmanship and the finest materials, Beira creates limited edition, timeless womenswear. Flavio Forlani, the owner of luxury Italian clothing manufacturer, La Rocca…
Read MorePhill Jupitus ready to tour his new homeland
Stand-up comedian, poet, improviser, and TV stalwart Phill Jupitus is touring his new show around Scotland. Entitled Sassy Knack, he will entertain for over an hour of tales, laughs and diversions. Watch in delight and/or horror as this experienced funny man drags laughs out of the chaos of his own life! Since last touring Scotland,…
Read MoreBowhill to blossom into its 2019 visitor season
Bowhill House and Grounds will step into spring opening its doors for the 2019 visitor season on Saturday, 30 March. With a variety of activities held throughout the year suitable for everyone to enjoy and vast grounds to explore, the team at Bowhill in Selkirk is encouraging visitors to take advantage of the Pay Once…
Read MoreImprovement works on Ness Islands completed
The final phase of work to improve footpaths in an attractive part of Inverness has been completed. The Ness Islands footpaths in Inverness has been finished, creating better access for anyone coming to enjoy this scenic part of the city. The improvements involved the restructure and repair of paths leading up to the bridges and…
Read MoreYou can’t beet a good, delicious, tasty bagel
Since the establishment of Bross Bagels in Edinburgh two years ago, the Scottish capital is making its mark on the world. Owner Larah Bross has set the bagel scene alight with her authentic Montreal style bagels here in Edinburgh. Organic and kosher, their bagels are home-made in their Bross Leith bakery and one of a…
Read MoreWhy your mobile may be causing you wrinkles
Smartphones – nearly everybody has one, and let’s be honest, how could we now be without one? However, new research has shown that the blue light, also known as HEV light which is emitted from your phone could be playing a vital role in causing premature ageing. So what exactly is HEV light? HEV light…
Read MoreA pretty home close to the Caledonian Canal
A charming detached home in an outstanding rural situation surrounded by beautiful countryside is on the property market. Presented for sale by Strutt and Parker struttandparker.com, Bridge of Oich Cottage, Invergarry, Inverness-shire is a generously proportioned rural property will suit a variety of buyers including those looking for an idyllic rural retreat to those looking…
Read MoreSCO unveils new season and new maestro
The new principal conductor of the Scottish Chamber Orchestra gave his debut performance, in Russia, aged twelve. Now, at just 31, Maxim Emelyanychev is taking over from Robin Ticciati and brings a starry line-up of musicians to his first season. Launched last night at the Queen’s Hall in Edinburgh, the programme for 2019/20 features home…
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