Culture
Islanders research aims to map connections
HOW do islanders maintain connections to their communities when they are living on the mainland? That’s just one of the questions being posed by researchers at the University of Aberdeen. Kirsten Gow is exploring “how those with island connections could play a part in the future of island life, including through return migration”. Gow, who…
Read MoreScottish celebrities support Glasgow school’s online auction
A HOST of Scottish celebrities is supporting a silent auction to raise funds for an inner-city primary school in Glasgow. Alan Cumming, Sam Heughan, Sir Ian Rankin, and Elaine C Smith are among the actors, artists, musicians, and writers who have donated more than 100 items. The online auction begins at 6pm on Thursday 10…
Read MoreSWG3 unveils final mural in Glasgow arts trail
ARTS and events venue SWG3 has revealed the final mural in its Glasgow arts trail. Some of Scotland’s best-known street artists – including Smug, KMG, Mark Worst, Molly Hankinson, and Tragic O’Hara – have worked on the project, alongside local communities. SWG3’s street arts and graffiti initiative, Yardworks, has organised the trail, which is designed…
Read MoreRoxy Lanes brings ice-free curling to Edinburgh
PLAYERS will be able to try their hand at ice-free curling and ten-pin bowling next month when Roxy Lanes opens in Edinburgh. The leisure company is moving into the back of the former British Home Stores (BHS) branch on Rose Street. As well as ice-free curling and ten-pin bowling, the 25,000sq ft site will also…
Read MoreStirling Castle shares 500 years of history
STIRLING Castle will open its doors for two evenings next month to share stories from its rich history. Actors will dress up as characters including Mary, Queen of Scots, and her ladies-in-waiting to tell historic tales to visitors. Other performers will portray jesters, musicians, and soldiers. Carnegie medal-winning author Theresa Breslin will read from her…
Read MoreRoyal National Mòd ends with massed choir
A MASSED choir brought the Royal National Mòd to an end on Saturday in Perth. The mòd’s flag was handed over the Paisley, which will host next year’s cultural gathering. Around 2,100 people took part in 200 competitions over the nine-day festival, which was held at 14 venues in the Fair City. Contestants came from…
Read MoreWorld Gaelic Week 2023 dates revealed
THE dates have been revealed for next year’s World Gaelic Week – or Seachdain Na Gàidhlig. World Gaelic Week will run on 20-26 February, 2023, with next year’s theme being “Coming Together”. The dates were revealed at this week’s Royal National Mòd in Perth. Event organisers can apply for up to £500 from a new…
Read MoreEdinburgh Castle unveils ‘Castle of Light’ trail
PUPILS from Royal Mile primary school have been given a preview of this winter’s light show at Edinburgh Castle. Tickets for the “Castle of Light” trail go on sale today. The trail opens on 18 November and runs until 30 December. Creative director Andy McGregor said: “The countdown to ‘Castle of Light’ is now on…
Read MoreJames IV – Queen of the Fight opens in Glasgow
THE latest instalment in writer Rona Munro’s James plays, James IV – Queen of the Fight, opens at the Theatre Royal in Glasgow tonight. The play made its debut at Edinburgh’s Festival Theatre at the end of last month. After the curtain comes down in Glasgow on Saturday, the show will tour to Dundee Rep,…
Read MoreFirst Buchanan clan chief appointed in 341 years
THE Buchanan clan has a chief again for the first time since 1681. John Michael Baillie-Hamilton Buchanan was appointed to the role on Saturday at a ceremony in Cambusmore near Callander. The event was overseen by Joseph Morrow, the Lord Lyon King of Arms. The last Buchanan chief, John Buchanan, died in 1681 without a…
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