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SUMMARY:Beat The Drum: Runrig Experience
DESCRIPTION:Step into the spirit of the Highlands as The Runrig Experience return with the ‘All Roads Lead North’ tour\, a powerful celebration of one of Scotland’s most iconic bands. \nFrom thunderous anthems to intimate reflective moments\, this show captures the heart\, poetry and passion of Runrig’s music. \nFeaturing stunning musicianship\, rich Celtic textures and soaring vocals\, the tour honours songs that have shaped generations.
URL:https://events.dgwgo.com/event/beat-the-drum-runrig-experience/
LOCATION:Easterbrook Hall\, Dumfries\, Easterbrook Hall\, Bankend Road\, Dumfries\, DG1 4TA
CATEGORIES:Music
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SUMMARY:Firelight Trio
DESCRIPTION:Firelight Trio is a mighty new group featuring Fatea instrumentalist of the year 2023 Gavin Marwick (fiddle)\, accordionist Phil Alexander (Moishe’s Bagel)\, and Ruth Morris (Outlander – HBO) on the beautiful Swedish Nyckelharpa. They play European music that is evocative\, inventive\, and endlessly exciting. Ruth’s resonant nyckelharpa is matched by Gavin’s powerhouse fiddle\, all backed up by Phil’s groovily inventive accordion and piano\, in a rich tapestry of lively Swedish polskas and Scottish reels\, lilting French waltzes\, toe-tapping klezmer\, dazzling original tunes and more. Don’t miss them! \n‘A veritable roots music supergroup’ – RnR \n‘Top-calibre trio with grace\, energy\, and playfulness’ – Folk Radio UK \n‘Achingly beautiful’ – Fatea
URL:https://events.dgwgo.com/event/firelight-trio/
LOCATION:Eskdalemuir Community Hub\, Craighaugh\, Eskdalemuir\, Dumfries and Galloway\, DG13 0QJ
CATEGORIES:Music
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SUMMARY:Street Choirs Festival 2026
DESCRIPTION:This is a gathering of choirs from all over the country taking place over the weekend June 12th – 14th which includes socialist choirs\, women’s choirs\, choirs singing to raise awareness and choirs who sing just for the joy of it. \nMost of the weekend’s activities are restricted to the choir members but the public can come along to Dock Park at noon on the Saturday to hear over 800 people singing. From there the singers will move into the town and sing in various pre arranged busking spots.
URL:https://events.dgwgo.com/event/street-choirs-festival-2026/
CATEGORIES:Music
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SUMMARY:Cake\, Coffee and Craft
DESCRIPTION:☕🍰🧵 Cake\, Coffee & Craft at Shambellie House 🧵🍰☕ \nLooking for a relaxed afternoon of creativity\, conversation and inspiration? \nJoin us for the next Cake\, Coffee & Craft gathering on Friday 12th June\, 2.00 pm–4.00 pm at Shambellie House. \nThis month\, Carol Moyes will be demonstrating the fascinating art of Dorset and Zwirnknopf Button Making. These beautiful thread-wrapped buttons have a history stretching back centuries and are miniature works of art in their own right. \nYou’re also encouraged to bring along your own craft projects to work on or share with the group. Whether you knit\, stitch\, paint\, make jewellery\, work with paper\, or simply enjoy seeing what others create\, you’ll be sure of a warm welcome. \nThe afternoon includes plenty of time for chat\, creativity and\, of course\, delicious cake and coffee. \n£10 per person (includes refreshments) \nBook your place at www.shambelliehouse.org \nCome for the craft\, stay for the company.
URL:https://events.dgwgo.com/event/cake-coffee-and-craft/
LOCATION:Shambellie House\, New Abbey\, DG2 8HQ
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts
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SUMMARY:Bowls for Under 18s
DESCRIPTION:Bowls coaching for under 18s at Marchmount. Free sessions with qualified coaches. Never played before\, no problem\, just pop in and have a go. \nThese sessions are weekly on a Friday afternoon\, but we’d ask you to follow us on Facebook for any updates
URL:https://events.dgwgo.com/event/bowls-for-under-18s/2026-06-12/
LOCATION:Marchmount Bowling Club\, Moffat Road\, Dumfries\, Moffat Road\, Dumfries\, Dumfries and Galloway\, DG1 1NJ
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SUMMARY:Woman Grows Jeans - a What If? Film Club Screening
DESCRIPTION:When an ambitious experiment between a textile activist and a celebrity clothier meets inevitable challenges\, one woman is propelled into an extraordinary journey that makes British fashion history. \nTogether with a community of volunteers\, they set out to create homegrown jeans to be sold through a social enterprise — but the project soon exposes difficult truths about the systems controlling the fashion industry. Despite its sophistication\, the UK can no longer produce clothing without importing materials or causing environmental harm. \nIn a country that buys 70 million pairs of jeans each year\, Woman Grows Jeans journeys into our resilient ancestry to reclaim the care\, connection and agency at the heart of regeneration. What unfolds is a tender and radical act of reconnection: to land\, lineage and the almost-lost skills of the more-than-human world. \nAfter 600 hours of work\, the UK’s only pair of homegrown jeans were handmade — not as a relic of the past\, but as a signpost towards a different future. \nA celebration of traditional skills\, creativity and the wisdom of the natural world\, Woman Grows Jeans is an uplifting and thought-provoking film about what it really means to rewild our world\, our wardrobes and ourselves. \nFollowing the screening\, we’ll be joined online for a Q&A with filmmaker and artist Justine Aldersey-Williams. \nAs with all What If? Film Club screenings\, the evening will be relaxed and welcoming:\nFree tea\, coffee\, soft drinks and home baking – if you have any special dietary needs\, please drop us an email before the event so we can make sure there’s something you can enjoy too\nTime to talk and reflect together\nA gentle post-film activity to help us think about how the ideas in the film might help us shape a different relationship to what we wear \nRunning time: 50 minutes\nClassification: PG
URL:https://events.dgwgo.com/event/woman-grows-jeans-a-what-if-film-club-screening/
LOCATION:Studio Moffat\, Dundanion Road\, Moffat\, Dumfries and Galloway\, DG10 9AH
CATEGORIES:Film
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SUMMARY:GNOSS
DESCRIPTION:Gnoss’ signature sound is a rich tapestry of acoustic layers; outstanding musicianship\, deep traditional roots and contemporary compositional flaircombine to create songs and tunes brimming with character. \nTriple Scots Trad Music Awards nominees\, the band have built an invested following through their forward-thinking take on traditional music and the unique warmth of their live shows. \nThis has been proven through three consecutive sellout appearances at Glasgow’s world-famous Celtic Connections festival. \nTheir 2019 release\, Drawn From Deep Water was met with widespread praise (“a refreshing blast” – RnR) for its exemplary interplay\, nakedlyemotional playing\, and well chosen material. \nThe 11-track album brought Gnoss to entranced audiences across France\, Italy and Denmark\, not to mention the length and breadth of the UK. \nTheir follow up album\, The Light of The Moon continued to demonstrate Gnoss’ dedication to their craft that places them firmly at the fore of what’s happening in Scottish folk and earned them a nomination for Album of the Year at the Scots Trad Music Awards. \nDescribed as “an invigorating new direction for the Gnoss boys” by Songlines\, this album took Gnoss’ online fanbase by storm gaining over one million streams in 2022. \nWith the release of their third album\, 2023’s Stretching Skyward\, Gnoss reignite their collaboration with producer and engineer\, Scott Wood(Skerryvore)\, further exploring their acoustic roots whilst incorporating new\, electronic elements. \nLaunch dates include performances across the UK and Europe\, including standout appearances at the Orkney Folk Festival\, Cambridge Folk Festival\, Towersey Festival and Denmark’s Tønder Festival. \nGnoss combines the talents of; Aidan Moodie (Guitar/Vocals)Graham Rorie (Fiddle/Mandolin/Electric Tenor Guitar)Connor Sinclair (Flute/Whistles/Vocals)Craig Baxter (Bodhran/Percussion)www.gnossmusic.com
URL:https://events.dgwgo.com/event/gnoss/
LOCATION:Catstrand\, High St\, New Galloway\, Castle Douglas\, Dumfries and Galloway\, DG7 3RN
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SUMMARY:Nature Connections: Family Bat Walk & Talk
DESCRIPTION:Eaglesfield Village Hall\, Friday 12 June\, 8.30pm. All ages welcome; under-16s should be accompanied by an adult. FREE. \nA talk on all things bats\, followed by a walk\, with arts and crafts activities for the family\, supported by SWSEIC and Southern Uplands Partnership\, at Eaglesfield Village Hall. \nThe bat walk will start when dusk sets in and last around 1 hour. \nAdvance Booking essential: https://fienta.com/eaglesfield-bat-walk
URL:https://events.dgwgo.com/event/nature-connections-family-bat-walk-talk/
LOCATION:Eaglesfield Village Hall\, St Jane's Terrace\, Eaglesfield\, DG11 3PA
CATEGORIES:Free Events,Nature & Outdoors,Walk
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SUMMARY:Mull of Galloway Sea Angling Festival Events 2026
DESCRIPTION:🇬🇧🎣 SCOTLAND’S ULTIMATE SEA ANGLING EVENTS – 2026 IS GOING OFF! 🎣🇬🇧 \nGet these in the diary… the Mull of Galloway Sea Angling Festival is back and it’s bigger than ever 💥 \nFrom hard-fighting tope to multi-species shootouts and a full-on bass showdown — this is proper UK sea angling at its best. \n🌊 TOP MARKS. BIG FISH. SERIOUS COMPETITION.\nWhether you’re a seasoned match angler or just fancy testing yourself against Scotland’s wild southwest coastline\, there’s an event with your name on it. \n💻Online Prebooking only \n🔥 EVENT HIGHLIGHTS \n📅 TOPE BOAT EVENT\n13th & 14th June\n🔄 Backup: 4th & 5th July \nhttps://forms.gle/hk9Gx2mFMModa6Xa8 \n📅 SPECIES HUNT – BOAT EVENT\n31st July – 2nd August\n🔄 Backup: 14th – 16th August \nhttps://forms.gle/xLdG8uB4X79AEVi49 \n📅 SPECIES HUNT – SHORE EVENT 🌟 NEW 🌟\n22nd – 23rd August \nhttps://forms.gle/GrfipDoEaVNNUybE7 \n📅 COD\, HADDOCK & POLLACK -BOAT EVENT\nSunday 30th August\n🔄 Backup: Sunday 6th September \nhttps://forms.gle/n9TYC9Vef8JqidkXA \n📅 BASS EVENT\n12th – 13th September \nhttps://forms.gle/cAbjqgrY1EWb9Hjt9 \n📅 ALL YEAR SPECIES CHALLENGE\n01st Jan-31st Dec \nhttps://forms.gle/rcbt7NhXCd8uVTAt9 \n🏆 Prizes\, species hunts\, longest fish comps & serious bragging rights\n🚜 Tractor launches available at boat events\n📲 Pre-booking online via MOGSAF Facebook page \n💥 Proudly supported by\nGarmin | Daiwa UK | Gerrys Fishing \nThis isn’t just a comp… it’s a full-on UK angling road trip excuse 🇬🇧\nTag your fishing mates\, sort the accommodation\, and make a weekend (or five) of it. \n👉 SHARE THIS and let’s get anglers from all over the UK heading north for Scotland’s most exciting sea fishing events! \n#SeaFishingUK #ScottishFishing #MOGSAF #BoatFishing #ShoreFishing #BassFishing #TopeFishing #UKAnglers #garmin #daiwa #GERRYSFISHING
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SUMMARY:Coffee Morning
DESCRIPTION:Coffee morning to raise funds for Dalbeattie Riding of the Marches.\nAll proceeds go towards the running of our ROM.\nOpen 10am – 12pm\nEntry includes a hot drink & sweet treat\, extras can be purchased seperately.
URL:https://events.dgwgo.com/event/coffee-morning/
LOCATION:Dalbeattie Town Hall\, High Street\, Dalbeattie\, Dumfries and Galloway\, DG5 4AD
CATEGORIES:Community & Charity,Food & Drink
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SUMMARY:Art Explorers
DESCRIPTION:A fun\, hands-on art club designed to spark creativity in young minds! Each week\, children explore different materials\, techniques\, and ideas—building confidence through colour\, curiosity\, and self-expression.
URL:https://events.dgwgo.com/event/art-explorers/2026-06-13/
LOCATION:The Smiddy\, Balmaclellan\, Balmaclellan\, Dumfries and Galloway\, DG7 3QE\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts
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SUMMARY:Glenkens Producers Market (2nd Saturday)
DESCRIPTION:The Glenkens Producers Market is held on the second Saturday of each month at Dalry Town Hall\, from 10am to 1pm. \nAlongside a range of local food produce\, there’s tea\, coffee and home baking available in the café. \nCome along and support local producers\, businesses and craftspeople in the Glenkens.
URL:https://events.dgwgo.com/event/glenkens-producers-market-2/2026-06-13/
LOCATION:St Johns Town Of Dalry Town Hall\, Saint John's Town of Dalry\, Dumfries and Galloway\, DG7 3SW
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Food & Drink,Markets & Fairs
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SUMMARY:Nature Connections: Moth Day!
DESCRIPTION:Eaglesfield Village Hall\, Saturday 13 June\, 10am – 1pm. All ages\, under 16s should be accompanied by an adult. FREE. \nAn introduction to moths with SWSEIC and a chance to see what moths have been found in the local area by volunteers\, you’ll have a chance to handle the moths whilst learning about them- before they are released!
URL:https://events.dgwgo.com/event/nature-connections-moth-day/
LOCATION:Eaglesfield Village Hall\, St Jane's Terrace\, Eaglesfield\, DG11 3PA
CATEGORIES:Community & Charity,Family & Kids,Free Events,Nature & Outdoors
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SUMMARY:FloralSteam Workshop — Create a Mixed Media Canvas 🎨
DESCRIPTION:Join Jo at the FloralSteam Studio for a fun and relaxed day creating your own Mixed Media Canvas! \nIn this workshop you’ll use Powertex\, acrylic paint\, acrylic pens\, stamps\, stencils\, embellishments and rice papers. \nNo experience needed\, Jo will guide you through every step of the process in a small\, friendly group setting. \n✅ All materials included\n✅ Beginners very welcome \n📍 The Studio\, Waterbeck\, near Lockerbie\n💷 £40 per person \nSpaces are limited so book early to avoid disappointment!
URL:https://events.dgwgo.com/event/floralsteam-workshop-create-a-mixed-media-canvas-%f0%9f%8e%a8/
LOCATION:The Studio\, Waterbeck\, Hallsyke Cottage\, Waterbeck\, Lockerbie\, DG11 3HW
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts
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SUMMARY:Wigtown Market (Weekly Saturdays Apr - Oct)
DESCRIPTION:Wigtown Market has been running for over 20 years\, making it one of Dumfries and Galloway’s most established markets. \nIt takes place on Saturdays during the summer months\, from April to October. In the autumn and winter\, a smaller selection of producers continue to meet\, offering fresh fruit and vegetables along with other local goods. \nThe market features a diverse mix of regular stalls\, including wholefoods\, fruit and veg\, home baking\, beef\, lamb and pork\, preserves\, hot food\, plants\, handmade soaps\, antiques\, jewellery\, candles and art.
URL:https://events.dgwgo.com/event/wigtown-market/2026-06-13/
LOCATION:Mercaft Cross\, Wigtown\, DG8 9HJ
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Food & Drink,Markets & Fairs
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SUMMARY:Coffee\, Cake & Hobbies
DESCRIPTION:Come and have a brew and cake while looking at Model Railways\, R/C cars\, Fly tying and Arts & Crafts.
URL:https://events.dgwgo.com/event/coffee-cake-hobbies/
LOCATION:Maxwell Memorial Hall\, Mainshead\, Kirkgunzeon\, DG2 9TJ
CATEGORIES:Community & Charity,Food & Drink,Free Events
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SUMMARY:Open Saturday
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy the beauty of our amazing Victorian building. Built in 1887 of local stone Upper Annandale Parish Church has beautiful architecture both inside and out and an array of stunning stained glass windows. \nEntry free to all \nTea/Coffee/Cake available for a donation
URL:https://events.dgwgo.com/event/open-saturday-3/
LOCATION:Upper Annandale Parish Church\, Church Place\, Moffat\, Dumfries and Galloway\, DG10 9ES
CATEGORIES:Community & Charity,Free Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260613T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260613T120000
DTSTAMP:20260611T025354
CREATED:20260126T090521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T090521Z
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SUMMARY:Saturday Sketchers
DESCRIPTION:A welcoming space to sketch\, create\, and hang out with friends. Bring your ideas\, share your creativity\, and enjoy making art in a friendly environment. Perfect for those who want to make\, learn\, and hang out together
URL:https://events.dgwgo.com/event/saturday-sketchers/2026-06-13/
LOCATION:The Smiddy\, Balmaclellan\, Balmaclellan\, Dumfries and Galloway\, DG7 3QE\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260613T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260613T120000
DTSTAMP:20260611T025354
CREATED:20260609T094259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T094259Z
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SUMMARY:Cup o' Kindness Coffee Morning for New Volunteers
DESCRIPTION:Ellisland needs volunteers to support the museum this upcoming summer season. Come along to find our how you can get involved! \nEllisland Museum & Farm needs volunteers to support its varied programme of events and activities this summer. Can you help? \nWhether you are able to give a few hours a week regularly or only have a couple of hours spare a month\, there are a variety of ways new volunteers at Ellisland Museum & Farm can play their part in keeping this special heritage site alive. \nWe’re looking for volunteers to cover a range of roles including: \nEvents Support\nEducation and Learning Support\nMaintenance\, Care and Gardening\nFront of House (Guides)\nSocial Media and Photography\nSound like something you might be interested in? Find out more and get involved by attending Ellisland’s drop-in coffee morning on Saturday 13th June between 11am and 12pm. Enjoy a cup of tea or coffee and chat with Ellisland staff and other prospective volunteers about how you can contribute your time and talents to Ellisland – and tuck in to a slice of cake (or two!) as you do. \nRegister for this free event on Eventbrite or simply pop along on the day! \nUnable to attend? Anyone who would like to learn more about volunteering at Ellisland is invited to contact events@ellislandfarm.co.uk or to visit Ellisland’s website to register their interest now: www.ellislandfarm.co.uk/support-us/volunteering/
URL:https://events.dgwgo.com/event/cup-o-kindness-coffee-morning-for-new-volunteers/
LOCATION:Robert Burns Ellisland Farm & Museum\, Newington Cottages\, Holywood\, Dumfries and Galloway\, DG2 0RP
CATEGORIES:Community & Charity,Free Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260613T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260613T150000
DTSTAMP:20260611T025354
CREATED:20260429T072929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T080829Z
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SUMMARY:Thornhill - Station Road Food Market - Launch Party
DESCRIPTION:STATION ROAD FOOD MARKET: THE LAUNCH \nWe are so excited to bring a brand-new food producers market to the heart of Thornhill! \nHeld in the gardens at Old School Thornhill\, we’re gathering the very best local talent to help you get your weekly shop done directly from the source. \nWhat to expect: \n*Real Food: We have a strict policy against ultra-processed foods. If it contains industrial ingredients you wouldn’t find in a normal kitchen cupboard\, it isn’t allowed. \n*Local Produce: Fresh sourdough\, eggs\, dairy\, and seasonal organic veg and meat. \n*The Vibe: Grab a coffee\, hit the bar\, and enjoy some proper street food and treats. \nSave the date: \n*Saturday 13 June 2026 (and usually every 2nd Saturday of the month)\n*11:00 am – 3:00 pm\n*The Gardens\, Old School Thornhill (OST)\, Station Road\, Thornhill\, DG3 5DF \nLook out for the Cabbage Man to find us! 🥬
URL:https://events.dgwgo.com/event/thornhill-station-road-food-market-launch-party/
LOCATION:Old School Thornhill\, Station Road\, Thornhill\, DG3 5DF
CATEGORIES:Food & Drink,Markets & Fairs
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260613T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260613T150000
DTSTAMP:20260611T025354
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T073340Z
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SUMMARY:Picnic Prom & Garden Open Day at Barwhillanty Estate
DESCRIPTION:Barwhillanty Estate will host its third annual Garden Open Day and Picnic Prom\, on Saturday 13 June 2026\, culminating in a 1pm recital performed by Blackbird Opera\, in the newly refurbished Walled Garden. The event forms part of the 47th Dumfries & Galloway Arts Festival\, presented in partnership with Arts D&G. \nSet against the backdrop of the Galloway Hills\, the event invites audiences to enjoy an afternoon where music\, landscape and relaxed summer dining meet. Visitors are welcome to explore the gardens from 11am\, bringing their own picnic or reserving one of Barwhillanty’s wood-fired pizzas in advance.  Tea\, coffee and ice cream will also be available on site. We kindly ask that you support us by purchasing drinks from our new bar\, instead of bringing your own. \nAt the heart of the afternoon is a recital featuring local soprano Claudia Wood\, joined this year by soprano Rachael Brimley\, with celebrated Scottish pianist and Scottish Opera’s former Head of Music Derek Clark\, at the piano. Together they will present a programme that moves effortlessly through the lyricism\, drama and sparkle of the operatic repertoire\, drawing on beloved works from the classical canon of opera and song. Audiences can expect an engaging and accessible journey through music that celebrates the expressive richness of the human voice. \nTickets are available on the Barwhillanty Estate website
URL:https://events.dgwgo.com/event/picnic-prom-garden-open-day-at-barwhillanty-estate/
LOCATION:Barwhillanty Estate\, Parton\, Dumfries and Galloway\, DG7 3NS
CATEGORIES:Food & Drink,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260613T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260613T160000
DTSTAMP:20260611T025354
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T091319Z
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SUMMARY:Nature Connections: Paper Making with Plants
DESCRIPTION:Boreland Village Hall\, Eskdale\, Saturday 13 June\,  2-4pm. Ages 16+ \nOld Mill Arts will lead a nature art workshop in paper making with plants and flowers\, create beautiful hand crafted\, unique pieces of paper using plants both foraged and grown in the garden. Explore natural colour and enjoy the relaxing process of this traditional craft\, go home with your own sheets of plant and flower filled paper. \nAll materials provided. \nPart of Southern Uplands Partnership Nature Connections in East Dumfriesshire programme\, delivered by Old Mill Arts.
URL:https://events.dgwgo.com/event/nature-connections-paper-making-with-plants/
LOCATION:Boreland Village Hall\, Boreland\, Dumfries and Galloway\, DG11 2LH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Free Events,Nature & Outdoors
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260613T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260613T170000
DTSTAMP:20260611T025354
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T064044Z
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SUMMARY:Open Day Castle Douglas Development Forum @ the Crannog
DESCRIPTION:Who are we? What do we do? How can you get involved? To find out more join us for a drop-in with refreshments.
URL:https://events.dgwgo.com/event/open-day-castle-douglas-development-forum-the-crannog/
LOCATION:The Crannog\, Lochside Park.\, Lochside Road\, Castle Douglas\, Dumfries and Galloway\, DG7 1EY
CATEGORIES:Community & Charity
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260613T163000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260613T173000
DTSTAMP:20260611T025354
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T083148Z
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SUMMARY:Art Ambassadors
DESCRIPTION:Join the Art Ambassadors! During these monthly sessions you’ll dream up\, plan\, and deliver exciting events for children and young people across the area. A great way to get involved\, build skills\, and make a difference.
URL:https://events.dgwgo.com/event/art-ambassadors/2026-06-13/
LOCATION:The Smiddy\, Balmaclellan\, Balmaclellan\, Dumfries and Galloway\, DG7 3QE\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260614T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260614T190000
DTSTAMP:20260611T025354
CREATED:20260418T132451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260418T132451Z
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SUMMARY:UCI World Championship Pump Track Qualifiers
DESCRIPTION:The upcoming Velosolutions UCI Pumptrack World Championships qualifier will be hosted at one of Scotland’s newest pumptracks in Dalbeattie.\nThe new 280m track at the soon-to-open Rock and Wheels will deliver an intense and thrilling day of racing.\nDalbeattie Community Initiative will be hosting the event and invites everyone to come along and check out the skills of international and UK racers.\nBe sure to mark the date on your calendar and follow Rocks and Wheels Facebook page for details.
URL:https://events.dgwgo.com/event/uci-world-championship-pump-track-qualifiers/
LOCATION:Rocks and Wheels\, 71 High Street\, Dalbeattie\, DG5 4HA
CATEGORIES:Outdoor & Sport
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260614T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260614T140000
DTSTAMP:20260611T025354
CREATED:20260427T083024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T080838Z
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SUMMARY:Kirkcudbright Car Boot Sale
DESCRIPTION:Our popular monthly car boot sales are the perfect place to explore and pick up a bargain or make some money from your unneeded items. No need to book – just come along.
URL:https://events.dgwgo.com/event/kirkcudbright-car-boot-sale-2/
LOCATION:Harbour Square\, Kirkcudbright\, Kirkcudbright\, DG6 4HY
CATEGORIES:Markets & Fairs
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260614T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260614T143000
DTSTAMP:20260611T025354
CREATED:20260417T065845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T080851Z
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SUMMARY:Moffat Farmers Market (2nd Sunday Feb - Dec)
DESCRIPTION:Held at Moffat Town Hall\, this producer’s market brings together some of the finest local food and drink from across the region. \nBrowse over 30 stalls both inside and outside\, offering a wide range of produce including locally reared hogget\, mutton and venison\, fish\, eggs\, microgreens\, salamis\, pâtés and smoked meats\, cheeses\, artisan breads\, pies\, home baking\, desserts\, preserves\, chocolates\, handmade dog treats\, local cider\, real ales\, Moffat whisky and other locally made spirits. \nAlongside the food\, you’ll find a changing selection of quality crafts and plant stalls\, plus hot street food to enjoy on the day or take away. \nFree parking is available on the High Street\, with regular live music and a dog-friendly welcome.
URL:https://events.dgwgo.com/event/moffat-farmers-market/2026-06-14/
LOCATION:Moffat Town Hall\, High Street\, Moffat\, DG10 9JU
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Food & Drink,Markets & Fairs
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260614T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260614T150000
DTSTAMP:20260611T025354
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T080616Z
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SUMMARY:Stranraer MC Monthly Producers Market (2nd Sunday)
DESCRIPTION:Held on the second Sunday of each month at the Millennium Centre. \nA growing market of local produce and makers\, bringing together a wide mix of stalls. \nExpect award-winning pies and breads\, local cheeses\, home baking\, jams and preserves\, local honey\, handmade soaps\, and a changing selection of local art and crafts.
URL:https://events.dgwgo.com/event/stranraer-mc-monthly-producers-market/2026-06-14/
LOCATION:Stranraer Millennium Centre\, 75 George Street\, Stranraer\, Dumfries and Galloway\, DG9 7JP
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Markets & Fairs
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260614T140000
DTSTAMP:20260611T025354
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260321T120554Z
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SUMMARY:TOWA MURA BY TOM POW / The Galloway Agreement & Bird Theatre
DESCRIPTION:‘There is a deep forest surrounding the valley where Towa Mura stands. \nIt is almost autumn – blossom time has passed and winter will not be long in arriving.’Towa Mura is a profound international collaboration between writer Tom Pow\, the musicians of The Galloway Agreement from South West Scotland\, and the acclaimed Bird Theatre from Tottori\, Japan. \nDrawing on shared experiences of rural life and depopulation\, the work intertwines poetry\, theatre\, and music to tell a local and universal story. \nSet in an imagined village\, Towa Mura is an evocative exploration of social cohesion\, rural life & what is being lost from rural communities. \nThe play presents ‘an argument’\, one that is carried by memory\, myth and imagination as well as by the dilemmas an ageing rural population faces as it chooses its fate. \nThe play is a rich combination of Scottish and Japanese culture\, combining Tom Pow’s poetic writing\, Makoto Nakashima’s direction (Bird Theatre)\, three Japanese and one Scottish actor (Bird Theatre / Matthew Zajac)\, and the five musicians of The Galloway Agreement: Wendy Stewart (clarsach\, vocals)\, Ruth Morris (nyckelharpa)\, Gavin Marwick (fiddle)\, Stuart Macpherson (double bass)\, and Beth Porter (cello\, vocals\, ukulele). \nBird Theatre operates in a rural context in Japan’s least populated prefecture\, a place which has many parallels with rural D&G. \nIt faces the same challenges\, the same reasons people choose to stay\, leave\, or arrive. \nBased on Tom Pow’s research extending over ten years\, Towa Mura looks at the dilemmas communities face\, the human impact of rural depopulation and the decline of communities. \nTowa Mura is performed in English and Japanese with surtitle captions. \nThe 2pm performance will be fully captioned\, 7:30pm Japanese to English Translations. \nOrganisers: Bird Theatre\, Ruth Morris\, Peter Renwick- CatStrand. \nCo-Organiser: The Japan Foundation Co-Production: Bird Theatre\, Ruth Morris\, Peter Renwick- CatStrand\, The Japan Foundation Supported by The Japan Foundation\, Creative Scotland\, British Council\, and the Great Britain Sasakawa FoundationOriginal Script: Tom PowOriginal Score: The Galloway Agreement Director: Makoto Nakashima (Bird Theatre)Dramaturg: Matthew Zajac (Dogstar)Lighting design: tba (Bird Theatre)Actors: Matthew Zajac (Dogstar); Rena Nakagawa\, Maya Yasuda & Hiroshi Kosuge (Bird Theatre) Producers: Ruth Morris\, Peter Renwick (CatStrand) & Sachiko Nishio (arts knot)Producer/translator: Nao Miyauchi (arts knot)Musicians: The Galloway Agreement – Ruth Morris\, Gavin Marwick\, Wendy Stewart\, Stuart Macpherson & Beth PorterLighting tech & Stage Manager: Alberto Santos BellidoSound tech: tba (Bird Theatre)Kakashi Puppets made by Alex Rigg (Oceanallover)Video: Emma DovePresented as part of the Dumfries & Galloway Arts FestivalImage (C) Ian Biggar
URL:https://events.dgwgo.com/event/towa-mura-by-tom-pow-the-galloway-agreement-bird-theatre/
LOCATION:Catstrand\, High St\, New Galloway\, Castle Douglas\, Dumfries and Galloway\, DG7 3RN
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260614T193000
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SUMMARY:TOWA MURA BY TOM POW / The Galloway Agreement & Bird Theatre
DESCRIPTION:‘There is a deep forest surrounding the valley where Towa Mura stands. \nIt is almost autumn – blossom time has passed and winter will not be long in arriving.’Towa Mura is a profound international collaboration between writer Tom Pow\, the musicians of The Galloway Agreement from South West Scotland\, and the acclaimed Bird Theatre from Tottori\, Japan. \nDrawing on shared experiences of rural life and depopulation\, the work intertwines poetry\, theatre\, and music to tell a local and universal story. \nSet in an imagined village\, Towa Mura is an evocative exploration of social cohesion\, rural life & what is being lost from rural communities. \nThe play presents ‘an argument’\, one that is carried by memory\, myth and imagination as well as by the dilemmas an ageing rural population faces as it chooses its fate. \nThe play is a rich combination of Scottish and Japanese culture\, combining Tom Pow’s poetic writing\, Makoto Nakashima’s direction (Bird Theatre)\, three Japanese and one Scottish actor (Bird Theatre / Matthew Zajac)\, and the five musicians of The Galloway Agreement: Wendy Stewart (clarsach\, vocals)\, Ruth Morris (nyckelharpa)\, Gavin Marwick (fiddle)\, Stuart Macpherson (double bass)\, and Beth Porter (cello\, vocals\, ukulele). \nBird Theatre operates in a rural context in Japan’s least populated prefecture\, a place which has many parallels with rural D&G. \nIt faces the same challenges\, the same reasons people choose to stay\, leave\, or arrive. \nBased on Tom Pow’s research extending over ten years\, Towa Mura looks at the dilemmas communities face\, the human impact of rural depopulation and the decline of communities. \nTowa Mura is performed in English and Japanese with surtitle captions. \nThe 2pm performance will be fully captioned\, 7:30pm Japanese to English Translations. \nOrganisers: Bird Theatre\, Ruth Morris\, Peter Renwick- CatStrand. \nCo-Organiser: The Japan Foundation Co-Production: Bird Theatre\, Ruth Morris\, Peter Renwick- CatStrand\, The Japan Foundation Supported by The Japan Foundation\, Creative Scotland\, British Council\, and the Great Britain Sasakawa FoundationOriginal Script: Tom PowOriginal Score: The Galloway Agreement Director: Makoto Nakashima (Bird Theatre)Dramaturg: Matthew Zajac (Dogstar)Lighting design: tba (Bird Theatre)Actors: Matthew Zajac (Dogstar); Rena Nakagawa\, Maya Yasuda & Hiroshi Kosuge (Bird Theatre) Producers: Ruth Morris\, Peter Renwick (CatStrand) & Sachiko Nishio (arts knot)Producer/translator: Nao Miyauchi (arts knot)Musicians: The Galloway Agreement – Ruth Morris\, Gavin Marwick\, Wendy Stewart\, Stuart Macpherson & Beth PorterLighting tech & Stage Manager: Alberto Santos BellidoSound tech: tba (Bird Theatre)Kakashi Puppets made by Alex Rigg (Oceanallover)Video: Emma DovePresented as part of the Dumfries & Galloway Arts FestivalImage (C) Ian Biggar
URL:https://events.dgwgo.com/event/towa-mura-by-tom-pow-the-galloway-agreement-bird-theatre-2/
LOCATION:Catstrand\, High St\, New Galloway\, Castle Douglas\, Dumfries and Galloway\, DG7 3RN
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