Posts by Kenny Smith
New development will house over 100 people
A housing provider has officially launched its newest Edinburgh development, providing affordable accommodation for more than 100 people. Bield Housing & Care cut the ribbon on its Fleming Place development, at a ceremony attended by staff, tenants and members of the community. Held in the courtyard of the development, the ribbon was cut by tenants…
Read MoreMaking pigeon en croûte has never been easier
Using only the best local produce, David Haetzman’s Borders restaurant Firebrick Brasserie has a reputation for excellence. Culinary duo David Haetzman and Amanda Jordan have lived in Lauder with their three children for the last 12 years. David has been head chef at some of Edinburgh‘s top restaurants, including The Tower and Kyloe in The…
Read MoreThe search is on for Scotland’s young theatre talent
Scottish Youth Theatre are touring Scotland over the next couple of months to recruit talented young artists. Following a critically acclaimed performance by this year’s company, Scottish Youth Theatre is now recruiting for their 2019 National Ensemble. To ensure they recruit the most promising young artists Scotland has to offer, they are auditioning across the…
Read MoreWildlife artist to show new display of work
A completely new body of work by renowned Scottish animal artist Ruth Slater will soon go on show at Tighnabruaich Gallery. The Very Essence by Ruth Slater will be unveiled on Saturday, 8 September. The exhibition is inspired by Ruth’s knowledge of animal’s movements and behaviours and her quest to translate this into an art…
Read MoreArt exhibition will be a really Lifting experience
Highland Games and modern life are to be celebrated at a new exhibition. Aberdeenshire Council is supporting Lifting, by Stéphanie Vandem, an exhibition linking the heavy events of the Highland Games with struggle and resilience in modern society. Based on Aboyne, Stephanie has created a series of large scale oil paintings that visually represent the…
Read MoreScottish and Japanese groups to stage an exhibition
A cross-continental art show is set to open at a Scottish library. The multi-award winning Dunfermline Carnegie Library and Galleries continues its run of varied exhibitions and events with the opening of ‘Paper from across the sea: Washi Umi o Koete’, a stunning collection of original hand-made fine art prints. Running from 8 September to…
Read MoreSchool reunion at Mackintosh’s last major Glasgow work
A school reunion with a difference is taking place in Glasgow this weekend. A ‘playground medley’ of school songs performed by the Govan Allsorts Choir will be just one of the draws at this year’s Scotland Street School former pupil reunion which will take place at Scotland Street School Museum between noon–4pm this Saturday (1…
Read MoreCash is not king – how inflation erodes your savings
There’s something reassuring about money in the bank. It’s easily accessible; stowed away in a trusted institution; and, when you make a withdrawal, it’s tangible. No wonder then that in times of uncertainty people tend to favour cash, believing it will protect their savings. By contrast, investors often only feel comfortable investing in stocks, shares, and funds when…
Read MoreSolve the mystery on new Scottish treasure trail
If you fancy yourself as a part-time Sherlock Holmes, then there’s a new challenge awaiting in Aberdeenshire. Treasure trail maps are available in six north east towns containing clues which once they have all been completed, reveal a famous location. The maps are available in libraries at Banchory, Banff, Macduff, Oldmeldrum, Stonehaven and Westhill. The…
Read MoreCelebrating Romans in Scotland and the Antonine Wall
A celebration to mark the 10th anniversary of the inscription of an ancient Roman landmark in Scotland will take place next month. The Resdiscovering the Antonine Wall project organised the event to promote the site’s fascinating history and celebrate the ongoing involvement of the communities along the Wall. The community conference, which is being led…
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