What’s On: Hi-Ex comic convention, Inverness
March 2, 2010 by What's On Editor
Filed under Highland, Leisure, Local news, What's On
Fun and games is on the cards for a weekend event at Eden Court in Inverness later this month.
The next HiEx comic convention which will be held on the 27 and 28 March, will feature a number of exciting new family events over the course of the weekend.
There will be a Kids Corner, where members [...]
#NessUp – a meeting for ‘tweeps’, Inverness
February 26, 2010 by Marc Hindley
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Hi-tech Highlanders are in for a tweet!
You’ve probably made a lot of friends over the past year, but never even met any of them. Yes, it’s those online friends you know so much about, but never been close enough for a handshake, a kiss or even a smile.
But that’s about to change because a former [...]
Wild in the Woods, Culloden
February 21, 2010 by Aggregator
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Some summer holiday fun is coming to a wood near you. Join us for some environmental activities and discover the fascinating world of woodland wildlife. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
How to get there:
Wild In The Woods starts at Forestry Commission car park in Culloden Wood. , Wild In The Woods starts at Culloden [...]
Highland Fest 2010
February 21, 2010 by What's On Editor
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The Highland Business Association would like to invite you to attend our 27th annual event July 16-19, 2010. Check back often as we update our site to include new and exciting events and listings! Our art fair and food vendor listings will be updated early May; our business fair will be updated early [...]
Wise Up, Elgin
February 21, 2010 by Aggregator
Filed under Moray, What's On
A day of activities and information for older people with representatives form SCARF, BBC digital switchover scheme, Quarriers volunteer service, the Handyman service, Healthpoint and many more. The day will include tours of the library, including behind the scenes, computer taster sessions, a felt-making workshop and an angling talk and demonstration. Refreshments will be available [...]
What’s On: Days Gone By, Keith
February 21, 2010 by Aggregator
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Share your memories of Keith with help from photos and objects from the Council’s Museums Service. Why not bring along some of your old objects too!
Try your hand at tracing your family tree; find out about the history of your house; or explore the area with some of out online resources.
The day promises something [...]
City eco-festival idea is a winner
February 19, 2010 by Aggregator
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Press and Journal – The winning idea from a recent novel way of getting the public involved in the planning of a future Inverness, was to stage an eco-festival in the city. Inverness City Vision was a series of exciting one-day “Future City Games” played on January 20, 21 and 22 and organised by the [...]
3D Natural Magic show, Kingussie
February 17, 2010 by What's On Editor
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3D Natural Magic show
An exhibition of stereoscopic images by artist Calum Colvin entitled ‘Natural Magic’ is currently on show at Inverness Museum & Art Gallery before going on display in Thurso, Wick and Kingussie.
The exhibition is inspired by Scotsman David Brewster (1781 – 1868) who pioneered 3-D in Victorian Britain and is an open-ended exploration [...]
3D Natural Magic show, Wick
February 17, 2010 by What's On Editor
Filed under Leisure, What's On
3D Natural Magic show
An exhibition of stereoscopic images by artist Calum Colvin entitled ‘Natural Magic’ is currently on show at Inverness Museum & Art Gallery before going on display in Thurso, Wick and Kingussie.
The exhibition is inspired by Scotsman David Brewster (1781 – 1868) who pioneered 3-D in Victorian Britain and is an open-ended exploration [...]
Rock For Heroes, Kinloss, Moray
February 1, 2010 by What's On Editor
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Rock For Heroes on Friday 26th Feb.
A live music charity showcase in aid of Help For Heroes! Four local bands featuring “Presumed Dead” (original rock music) “Energy Plan” (indie/originals/covers) “Nine Deaths of a Ninja” (orginals/covers/indie) and “Punktilius” (punk/rock/covers) All happening on
Doors at Half Seven, Rugby Club, RAF Kinloss. £2 Entry. 18 + only
Public Observing Session, JSL Observatory, Culloden
January 21, 2010 by Aggregator
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Highhlands Astronomical Society are holding an extra Public Observing Session this Friday at JSL Observatory, near Culloden Battlefield NTS Visitor Centre. Entry starts 8pm. Last entry 10pm. Close 11pm.
3D Natural Magic show, Thurso
January 21, 2010 by Aggregator
Filed under Leisure, What's On
3D Natural Magic show
An exhibition of stereoscopic images by artist Calum Colvin entitled ‘Natural Magic’ is currently on show at Inverness Museum & Art Gallery before going on display in Thurso, Wick and Kingussie.
The exhibition is inspired by Scotsman David Brewster (1781 – 1868) who pioneered 3-D in Victorian Britain and is an open-ended exploration [...]
Spirit of Speyside Whisky Festival 2010
January 18, 2010 by What's On Editor
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Themed on Whisky, Food, Music and the Heritage & Culture of Speyside, the 2010 Festival will offer a wide array of quality events. Come along and join in the fun! Why not join us at the opening dinner? Or learn all about whisky at the Whisky School!
Full details available at http://www.spiritofspeyside.com/
Various venues around Speyside
April 29-May [...]
Fort William Mountain Festival 2010
January 18, 2010 by Aggregator
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Venues around Fort William
11-15 February 2010
See http://www.mountainfestival.co.uk/ for full details
Panto: Babes in the Wood, Forres
January 12, 2010 by Aggregator
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REHEARSALS are in full swing for the annual Forres pantomime production of “Babes in the Wood”, which is taking to the stage at Forres Town Hall on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, January 21, 22 and 23, reports the Forres Gazette
Tickets are on sale until January 20 at Beaver Travel every day from 10am-4pm, costing £8 [...]
Black Isle Show 2010, Muir of Ord
January 12, 2010 by What's On Editor
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The Black Isle Show will be held at Mannsfield Showground, Muir of Ord on Wednesday 4th and Thursday 5th August 2010
See Black Isle Show website for more information
Status Quo, Inverness
January 4, 2010 by What's On Editor
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Rock legends Status Quo will headline a two-day festival in aid of Highland Hospice.
See Rock4Life website
Thunder in the Glens 2010, Aviemore
January 4, 2010 by What's On Editor
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Information on the 2010 Thunder in the Glens Harley-Davidson rally is available at www.dunedinhog.com
Thunder in the Glens 2009
Scottish Traditional Boat Festival 2010, Portsoy
January 4, 2010 by What's On Editor
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The 2010 Festival is setting its sights on helping bring the great traditional skills of the past into the future for folk of all ages, the young in particular.
With special emphasis on boat building, restoration and sailing, but including associated crafts, music and art, the 2010 programme includes a feast of opportunities for all to [...]
Historic Scotland properties, FREE entry all weekend
November 25, 2009 by Aggregator
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Historic Scotland is celebrating the end of the Year of Homecoming by opening over 40 great attractions for free the weekend before St Andrew’s Day. It’s a great opportunity to enjoy a family day out on either Saturday 28 or Sunday 29 November. Edinburgh Castle will also be open for free on St Andrew’s Day [...]
