An illustrated mid-week lecture about the influence of soils on the habitats and species that are found in, on and around them.
Free event, booking essential (Contact monika@rowan-tree-consulting.co.uk)
BREAKIN' CONVENTION 2012 @ Eden Court Empire, 7.30pm
Breakin' Convention, the critically acclaimed international festival of hip hop dance theatre, brings jaw-dropping performances by companies from around the world and around the corner.
PAUL HEATON - PEDALS AND PUMPS TOUR @ The Old Bridge Inn, Aviemore, 8pm
Ex-Beautiful South and Housemartins frontman comes to the Old Bridge Inn for a pitstop as he makes his way around Britain on two wheels as part of his second Pedals and Pumps tour.
Ex-Beautiful South main man stopping off on a mammoth 500 mile bicycle gig tour, promoting the joys of local pubs (and celebrating his 50th birthday into the bargain).
An illustrated mid-week lecture about the influence of soils on the habitats and species that are found in, on and around them.
Free event, booking essential (Contact monika@rowan-tree-consulting.co.uk)
BREAKIN' CONVENTION 2012 @ Eden Court Empire, 7.30pm
Breakin' Convention, the critically acclaimed international festival of hip hop dance theatre, brings jaw-dropping performances by companies from around the world and around the corner.
PAUL HEATON - PEDALS AND PUMPS TOUR @ The Old Bridge Inn, Aviemore, 8pm
Ex-Beautiful South and Housemartins frontman comes to the Old Bridge Inn for a pitstop as he makes his way around Britain on two wheels as part of his second Pedals and Pumps tour.
Ex-Beautiful South main man stopping off on a mammoth 500 mile bicycle gig tour, promoting the joys of local pubs (and celebrating his 50th birthday into the bargain).
HAPPYNESS COMEDY FESTIVAL (BILL BAILEY) @ Eden Court Empire, 8pm
Bill Bailey, the man who coined the name of the Happyness returns to one of his favourite parts of the world to unveil new material on that surreal/prog/genius axis.
HAPPYNESS COMEDY FESTIVAL (BILL BAILEY) @ Eden Court Empire, 8pm
Bill Bailey, the man who coined the name of the Happyness returns to one of his favourite parts of the world to unveil new material on that surreal/prog/genius axis.
Interactive course for adult learners to discover more about the wildlife of Inverness and how your garden can help. Floral Hall 01463 713553 or www.invernessfloralhall.com
INTRODUCTION TO WILDLIFE GARDENING @ Inverness Floral Hall
Course for adult learners to discover more about the wildlife of Inverness and how your garden can help. Floral Hall 01463 713553 or www.invernessfloralhall.com
MANAGING YOUR GARDEN SOILS FOR WILDLIFE @ Culloden House Hotel
Guided walk around the gardens at Culloden House Hotel to learn about the history of the area and how the garden has been managed through the years. Katy Martin 01463 710786
Taking time out from her globe-trotting career, the renowned Viennese harpist Monika Stadler returns as part of a short concert tour of the Highlands. Tickets from Sandra McGowan on 01667 455899, or at the door on the night. nairndrama.org.uk for more information.
The mighty Jetpacks have long brought their thunderous sounds to Inverness, so we like to think we're pretty much single-handedly responsible for their success. Think of this as a homecoming celebration for a band who alongside Twilight Sad and Frightened Rabbit are spearheading a Scottish musical renaissance.
Get the most out of Plantlife’s annual wildflower survey. Come on a practical workshop, full of ideas and tips on what to look for, while enjoying a walk through the countryside.
Donations welcome (Contact 01349 868563).
EXCLUSIVELY HIGHLANDS MEET THE MAKERS @ Culloden Battlefield
A chance to come and meet some of the best crafters in the North of Scotland. Learn of skills present and past. An opportunity to sample and buy from the makers.
www.exclusivelyhighlands.co.uk
01463 250127/01381 621962
The Upbeat Beatles
'The fab-est four around today, THE UPBEAT BEATLES are the nearest you'll ever get to the real thing!'
It's 1963 and a new band is taking the country by storm, playing a heady mixture of Blues,
Motown and Rock ’n’ Roll.
In the seventies, Showaddywaddy were paying tribute to teddy boy sounds made less than twenty years earlier. And who'd have thought they'd still be doing so with such success in 2012? Tickets £17.50 from June's Card Shop in Dingwall and Pavilion 01997 420124
EXCLUSIVELY HIGHLANDS MEET THE MAKERS @ Culloden Battlefield
A chance to come and meet some of the best crafters in the North of Scotland. Learn of skills present and past. An opportunity to sample and buy from the makers.
www.exclusivelyhighlands.co.uk
01463 250127/01381 621962
QUESTION TIME: THE FUTURE OF HIGHLAND SOILS CHAIRMAN PLUS 4 SPEAKERS @ Eden Court
A panel of four speakers from different backgrounds will be asked to present balanced arguments in a “Question Time” style event to close Highland Soil Biodiversity Week.
Free event, booking essential (Contact monika@rowan-tree-consulting.co.uk)
OSPREY NEWS @ Rspb Loch Garten Osprey Centre , 7.30pm
Find out the latest news of Roy's studies of colour ringed individuals and their lives, manmade nest building in the UK, satellite tracking updates and his travels to The Gambia and Senegal to track down wintering ospreys with BBC Autumnwatch.
An illustrated mid-week lecture about the influence of soils on the habitats and species that are found in, on and around them.
Free event, booking essential (Contact monika@rowan-tree-consulting.co.uk)
BREAKIN' CONVENTION 2012 @ Eden Court Empire, 7.30pm
Breakin' Convention, the critically acclaimed international festival of hip hop dance theatre, brings jaw-dropping performances by companies from around the world and around the corner.
PAUL HEATON - PEDALS AND PUMPS TOUR @ The Old Bridge Inn, Aviemore, 8pm
Ex-Beautiful South and Housemartins frontman comes to the Old Bridge Inn for a pitstop as he makes his way around Britain on two wheels as part of his second Pedals and Pumps tour.
Ex-Beautiful South main man stopping off on a mammoth 500 mile bicycle gig tour, promoting the joys of local pubs (and celebrating his 50th birthday into the bargain).
HAPPYNESS COMEDY FESTIVAL (BILL BAILEY) @ Eden Court Empire, 8pm
Bill Bailey, the man who coined the name of the Happyness returns to one of his favourite parts of the world to unveil new material on that surreal/prog/genius axis.
HAPPYNESS COMEDY FESTIVAL (BILL BAILEY) @ Eden Court Empire, 8pm
Bill Bailey, the man who coined the name of the Happyness returns to one of his favourite parts of the world to unveil new material on that surreal/prog/genius axis.
Interactive course for adult learners to discover more about the wildlife of Inverness and how your garden can help. Floral Hall 01463 713553 or www.invernessfloralhall.com
INTRODUCTION TO WILDLIFE GARDENING @ Inverness Floral Hall
Course for adult learners to discover more about the wildlife of Inverness and how your garden can help. Floral Hall 01463 713553 or www.invernessfloralhall.com
MANAGING YOUR GARDEN SOILS FOR WILDLIFE @ Culloden House Hotel
Guided walk around the gardens at Culloden House Hotel to learn about the history of the area and how the garden has been managed through the years. Katy Martin 01463 710786
Taking time out from her globe-trotting career, the renowned Viennese harpist Monika Stadler returns as part of a short concert tour of the Highlands. Tickets from Sandra McGowan on 01667 455899, or at the door on the night. nairndrama.org.uk for more information.
The mighty Jetpacks have long brought their thunderous sounds to Inverness, so we like to think we're pretty much single-handedly responsible for their success. Think of this as a homecoming celebration for a band who alongside Twilight Sad and Frightened Rabbit are spearheading a Scottish musical renaissance.
Get the most out of Plantlife’s annual wildflower survey. Come on a practical workshop, full of ideas and tips on what to look for, while enjoying a walk through the countryside.
Donations welcome (Contact 01349 868563).
EXCLUSIVELY HIGHLANDS MEET THE MAKERS @ Culloden Battlefield
A chance to come and meet some of the best crafters in the North of Scotland. Learn of skills present and past. An opportunity to sample and buy from the makers.
www.exclusivelyhighlands.co.uk
01463 250127/01381 621962
The Upbeat Beatles
'The fab-est four around today, THE UPBEAT BEATLES are the nearest you'll ever get to the real thing!'
It's 1963 and a new band is taking the country by storm, playing a heady mixture of Blues,
Motown and Rock ’n’ Roll.
In the seventies, Showaddywaddy were paying tribute to teddy boy sounds made less than twenty years earlier. And who'd have thought they'd still be doing so with such success in 2012? Tickets £17.50 from June's Card Shop in Dingwall and Pavilion 01997 420124
EXCLUSIVELY HIGHLANDS MEET THE MAKERS @ Culloden Battlefield
A chance to come and meet some of the best crafters in the North of Scotland. Learn of skills present and past. An opportunity to sample and buy from the makers.
www.exclusivelyhighlands.co.uk
01463 250127/01381 621962
QUESTION TIME: THE FUTURE OF HIGHLAND SOILS CHAIRMAN PLUS 4 SPEAKERS @ Eden Court
A panel of four speakers from different backgrounds will be asked to present balanced arguments in a “Question Time” style event to close Highland Soil Biodiversity Week.
Free event, booking essential (Contact monika@rowan-tree-consulting.co.uk)
OSPREY NEWS @ Rspb Loch Garten Osprey Centre , 7.30pm
Find out the latest news of Roy's studies of colour ringed individuals and their lives, manmade nest building in the UK, satellite tracking updates and his travels to The Gambia and Senegal to track down wintering ospreys with BBC Autumnwatch.
The Tannahill Weavers are one of Scotland ‘s premier traditional bands. Their diverse repertoire spans the centuries and swings from instrumentals and reflective ballads to footstomping reels and jigs to demonstrate the rich musical heritage of the Celtic people.
MUGENKYO TAIKO DRUMMERS @ Eden Court Empire, 7.30pm
Thundering rhythms on huge taiko drums interweave with delicate bamboo flute and subtle percussive soundscapes in a spellbinding display of fluid grace, precise choreography and sheer athleticism.
Interactive course for adult learners to discover more about the wildlife of Inverness and how your garden can help. Floral Hall 01463 713553 or www.invernessfloralhall.com
INTRODUCTION TO WILDLIFE GARDENING @ Inverness Floral Hall
Course for adult learners to discover more about the wildlife of Inverness and how your garden can help. Floral Hall 01463 713553 or www.invernessfloralhall.com
Friday Night – 7.30pm – Kathleen MacInnes | Blazin’ Fiddles
Friday Late Night – Festival Club Session
Saturday Afternoon – 2.30pm – Bruce MacGregor | Anna Massie | Edwina Hayes | and other guests
Saturday Night – 7.30pm – Halton Quartet | Groanbox| Le Vent du Nord
Saturday Late Night – Mainline North | Jock the Box
Sunday Afternoon – 2.30pm – Accordion Heaven with Sandy Brechin, Angus Lyon, Jock the Box and Cameron Kellow.
One of the finest lineups of accordion players ever to be seen in the North. Many other surprises to be added to this sensational afternoon celebrating the accordion in our accordion museum.
Sunday Night – 7.30pm – Wizz Jones | Edwina Hayes | Furnace Mountain
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A reminder that folk music is aboput a lot more than the Mumfords. This year Ranald and Iain’s strategy is to perform a few songs in amongst a selection of favourites, which both of them knew in the dim and distant past when they were both students in the mid sixties, Ranald in Aberdeen and Iain in Edinburgh. All those years later they’ve realised that each played some of the same songs but in a solo capacity, so they’ve now got the chance to rearrange those songs to play as a duo. They’re also introducing a guest in the form of old school and Inverness Folk Club friend Hamish Grant (Hamey), a superb singer of unaccompanied songs and sometime organiser and resident singer at the famous Glenfarg Village Folk Club! The ‘Midsummer Gig’ is, as usual at the Beaufort Hotel, Culduthel Road, Inverness, starting at 8pm with a ticket price of £8. Tickets can be bought in advance at the Beaufort Reception from Friday 1st June, or reserved by e-mail at mgillfolk@gmail.com
Friday Night – 7.30pm – Kathleen MacInnes | Blazin’ Fiddles
Friday Late Night – Festival Club Session
Saturday Afternoon – 2.30pm – Bruce MacGregor | Anna Massie | Edwina Hayes | and other guests
Saturday Night – 7.30pm – Halton Quartet | Groanbox| Le Vent du Nord
Saturday Late Night – Mainline North | Jock the Box
Sunday Afternoon – 2.30pm – Accordion Heaven with Sandy Brechin, Angus Lyon, Jock the Box and Cameron Kellow.
One of the finest lineups of accordion players ever to be seen in the North. Many other surprises to be added to this sensational afternoon celebrating the accordion in our accordion museum.
Sunday Night – 7.30pm – Wizz Jones | Edwina Hayes | Furnace Mountain
northernrootsfestival.co.uk
CAIRNGORM CLASSICS @ Cairngorm Mountain Car Park, 9.30am
The UK's highest event on a public road (632m)- Finish on Scotland's Alpe D'huez! The routes take you from the heights of Cairngorm through the north of the Spey Valley. This lesser known area has stunning scenery and quiet roads.The road undulates through forest and moorland before the final climb to the finish. Two distances to suit your fitness and ambition. Another classic is born.
STREET PAGEANT @ Elgin Town Centre & Cooper Park, 11.30am
a feast of entertainment in Elgin, with floats from Robertson's, Miltonduff, Moray Youth Council, St Giles Theatre Group, Shopmobility, Primary Schools, horses
TREEBADOUR PUPPET THEATRE PRESENTS: THE STOLEN BIRTHDAY CAKE @ The James Milne Institute, Findhorn , 2pm
(Hand Puppet Show). For children from 3 years. Cost £4 per person. For bookings or more information phone Elisabeth Julian on 01309 691225 or visit www.treebadour.co.uk
STRATHPEFFER & DISTRICT PIPE BAND SATURDAY NIGHT PERFORMANCE @ Strathpeffer Square, 8.30pm
The pipe band parade in Strathpeffer Square. The event starts at 8.30pm on a Saturday night and lasts about 1 hour with a showcase of Highland Dancing - weather permitting.
Friday Night – 7.30pm – Kathleen MacInnes | Blazin’ Fiddles
Friday Late Night – Festival Club Session
Saturday Afternoon – 2.30pm – Bruce MacGregor | Anna Massie | Edwina Hayes | and other guests
Saturday Night – 7.30pm – Halton Quartet | Groanbox| Le Vent du Nord
Saturday Late Night – Mainline North | Jock the Box
Sunday Afternoon – 2.30pm – Accordion Heaven with Sandy Brechin, Angus Lyon, Jock the Box and Cameron Kellow.
One of the finest lineups of accordion players ever to be seen in the North. Many other surprises to be added to this sensational afternoon celebrating the accordion in our accordion museum.
Sunday Night – 7.30pm – Wizz Jones | Edwina Hayes | Furnace Mountain
northernrootsfestival.co.uk
New Cars, Vintage Cars, Motorbikes, Show 'n Shine, It's a Knockout, Pirates on the Pond, Music, Stalls, Junior Football, Junior Tennis Skateboarding, Woodcarving, RAF Regiment weapons display,
OuttaAffric offers both high and low level guided walks in the area of outstanding natural beauty that is the Glen Affric National Nature Reserve. Festival goers can sample the true remoteness of the area on the high-level walks with a programme that retains the Munroist feel, covering eight Munros in the peaceful Glens of Affric and Cannich. Highlights for 2012 include the Western Affric Munros, a walk in from Glen Cannich taking the boats across Loch Mullardoch and a Bushcraft experience amidst the ancient Affric Forest. naturalhighguiding.co.uk/affric.htm
An open-air bring your own picnic in the grounds of The Pavilion (inside if it is raining) for residents, friends and visitors to the village. Red Poppy will be doing one of their famous BBQs. Flag raising at 1.15, arrival of surprise VIPs at 1.30, music from 2.00 p.m., treasure hunt for the children at 3.00 p.m. and prizes handed out at 3.30 p.m. Ecumenical Diamond Jubilee Service of Thanksgiving in St Anne's Episcopal Church at 5.00 p.m. Baking competition with prizes for the best tasting and best decorated cakes. For details contact Fiona at fpratt13@gmail.com or on 01997 423378 or Judith Van Klaveren at Green Kite in the Victorian Station or at jvanklaveren@yahoo.co.uk or on 01997 423399. Judging of the baking competition will be by Lady Claire Macdonald, the well known cookery writer, and Lilias, Lady Cromartie. Open Mike for musicians from 2.00 p.m. so come and try your hand at busking. A unique afternoon out for all the family.
SPECIAL CHORAL EVENSONG @ Inverness Cathedral, 5.30pm
to mark the diamond jubilee of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. The psalm will be 122 verses 1-9: 'I was glad' - Parry. The canticles will be sung to the setting in Ab by Harwood and the anthem will be one of the communion motets sung at the Coronation in 1953: Rejoice in the Lord Alway - anon attributed to Redford.
'TIME GENTLEMEN PLEASE' FEATURING THE DEMON BARBER ROADSHOW @ Eden Court Empire, 7.30pm
Originally an English Folk Band but never ones to rest on their well-earned laurels, in 2010 The Demon Barbers took things a stage further, adding street dance (and dancers) to the mix. The show that developed from this, Time Gentleman Please, was a full-fledged stage performance with an elaborate set, a dynamic narrative and a breadth which ranged from the paganism of the Abbots Bromley Horn Dance to the syncopated acrobatics of street dance
OuttaAffric offers both high and low level guided walks in the area of outstanding natural beauty that is the Glen Affric National Nature Reserve. Festival goers can sample the true remoteness of the area on the high-level walks with a programme that retains the Munroist feel, covering eight Munros in the peaceful Glens of Affric and Cannich. Highlights for 2012 include the Western Affric Munros, a walk in from Glen Cannich taking the boats across Loch Mullardoch and a Bushcraft experience amidst the ancient Affric Forest. naturalhighguiding.co.uk/affric.htm
Finlay and Robbie Kerr are marking the Queens Diamond Jubilee and the 25th Anniversary of the Opening of the Highland Hospice with a fundraising barn dance featuring music by Bruce Macgregor and Friends commencing at 7.30pm and the lighting of a bonfire beacon and the release of Chinese Lanterns at 10pm.
SAVING THE HIGHLAND TIGER @ Boat Of Garten Community Hall, 7.30pm
Dr David Hetherington
Find out how cooperation in the countryside and modern technology are improving our understanding of the rarely seen Scottish wildcat to help save it from extinction
JUBILEE SERVICE @ The Old High Church, Church Street, Inverness, 7.30pm
An ecumenical service to celebrate and give thanks on the occasion of the Queen's Diamond Jubilee. Led by the Rev Alastair Younger, Clerk of the Presbytery of Inverness. Details from the Rev Peter W Nimmo, Minister of Old High St Stephen's (01463 250 802; peternimmo@minister.com; www.oldhighststephens.com ).
ECUMENICAL DIAMOND JUBILEE SERVICE OF THANKSGIVING @ St Stephens Church, Church Street, Inverness, 7.30pm
This will be followed at 8.30pm with entertainment in the city centre spectators gather at Inverness Castle to watch the Inverness Beacon being lit at 10pm above Inverness Castle. The Beacon is one of 2012 that are being lit around the UK that night and the lighting of the Inverness Beacon will be followed by a short fireworks display above Inverness Cathedral which will see 60 Fireworks being launched to mark the occasion.
WILDLIFE JUBILEE @ Scottish Dolphin Centre, Spey Bay
Come and enjoy a celebration of nature and the great outdoors, at the Scottish Dolphin Centre and Scottish Wildlife Trust Nature Reserve, Spey Bay. This gala event will be packed with interest, activities and entertainment for all ages. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
OuttaAffric offers both high and low level guided walks in the area of outstanding natural beauty that is the Glen Affric National Nature Reserve. Festival goers can sample the true remoteness of the area on the high-level walks with a programme that retains the Munroist feel, covering eight Munros in the peaceful Glens of Affric and Cannich. Highlights for 2012 include the Western Affric Munros, a walk in from Glen Cannich taking the boats across Loch Mullardoch and a Bushcraft experience amidst the ancient Affric Forest. naturalhighguiding.co.uk/affric.htm
Fun for all the family, pony rides, face painting, bouncy castle, Creatures Great and Small, side shows, raffle, home baking and BBQ.
6.30 - 8.30 pm FREE Entry
OuttaAffric offers both high and low level guided walks in the area of outstanding natural beauty that is the Glen Affric National Nature Reserve. Festival goers can sample the true remoteness of the area on the high-level walks with a programme that retains the Munroist feel, covering eight Munros in the peaceful Glens of Affric and Cannich. Highlights for 2012 include the Western Affric Munros, a walk in from Glen Cannich taking the boats across Loch Mullardoch and a Bushcraft experience amidst the ancient Affric Forest. naturalhighguiding.co.uk/affric.htm
Interactive course for adult learners to discover more about the wildlife of Inverness and how your garden can help. Floral Hall 01463 713553 or www.invernessfloralhall.com
INTRODUCTION TO WILDLIFE GARDENING @ Inverness Floral Hall
Course for adult learners to discover more about the wildlife of Inverness and how your garden can help. Floral Hall 01463 713553 or www.invernessfloralhall.com
Whether you are capable of running 10 miles, or can only walk or push a buggy for a few metres, this is your one-off opportunity to play a part in a very special event. Since the official Olympic Torch is not passing through most of Moray’s main towns
A BIRD PHOTOGRAPHER’S GARDEN @ Grant Arms Hotel Osprey Suite, 6pm
Tim Loseby is the Director of Fair Isle Bird Observatory and has been photographing birds for over 25 years. This talk is the story Tim’s own garden in Kent, which was designed with birds in mind.
Michael Clark Company
come, been and gone
Michael Clark Company’s critically acclaimed production come, been and gone is made primarily to the music of David Bowie.
SCOTTISH ENSEMBLE WITH CATRIN FINCH @ Strathpeffer Pavilion, 8pm
Scotland's leading string group and harpist Catrin Finch pay a musical homage to the Auld Alliance with music by French composers Debussy (Marche écossaise and Danses sacrée et profane) and Ravel (Petite Symphonie) plus a new concerto for pedal harp by acclaimed Scottish composer Savourna Stevenson, which will have its world premiere in Edinburgh the previous night. Continuing the Celtic connection, Welsh harpist Catrin Finch is a former Royal Harpist to HRH The Prince of Wales and now in demand as a soloist across the world. Tickets £10 (£5 for school pupils already online with WeGotTickets and TicketWeb, also TicketWeb's 24-hr hotline 08444 771000. Now also from June's Card Shop Dingwall and Pavilion 01997 420124 (9 to 6 Mon to Fri).
WINNER OF THE STAGE NEWSPAPER'S "BEST SOLO PERFORMER" AWARD - EDINBURGH 2011
William Shakespeare's
The Rape of Lucrece
Directed by the Award Winning
Gareth Armstrong
Following his award-winning run at the 2011 Edinburgh Festival and sell international runs, Gerard Logan (Olivier Award nominee and RSC actor) brings the first ever solo adaptation of William Shakespeare's brilliant narrative poem about the dreadful crime of rape and its aftershock, to the Eden Court Theatre.
DAY OF PRAYER FOR PEACE @ Inverness Methodist Church, Huntly St
Inverness Methodist Church mark the arrival of the Olympic Torch with a 'Day of Prayer for Peace'. The Church in Huntly Street will be open from midday until 6pm. Those visiting the church will be invited to 'adopt' one of the participating countries and to pray for it during the period before, during, and after the Games.
The first Inverness Cycling Festival takes place the same day the Olympic torch comes to town. Headlining the event will be some awe inspiring performance by the 7stanes Bike Display Team. Whether it’s leaping across an 8 foot gap; jumping over a 1 metre high bar; flying over a truck or balancing on 2" wide beam, there is nothing these young riders won’t do to ensure that their audiences are amazed and entertained. There will be three shows at 12.30, 1.30 and 2.30.
With Moray Farmers Market and Spencer Funfair. Come along for a day of fun and street entertainment with a healthy/environmental theme. Visit the special street market, test your rugby skills with the Rugby Inflatable, bike games and fitness demonstrations. Visit the Mobile Information Bus, enter the treasure hunt to win prizes and much more.www.elginbid.com or www.facebook.com/elginbid
Whether you are capable of running 10 miles, or can only walk or push a buggy for a few metres, this is your one-off opportunity to play a part in a very special event. Since the official Olympic Torch is not passing through most of Moray’s main towns
Fun for all the family, with free park-and-ride from Castle Leod (shinty field) to all events. Live Music: Tin Pan Alley, Feis Rois, Strathpeffer Highland Pipe band and a Victorian street organ. Street stalls with crafts and homemade produce, climbing wall, pony rides, bouncy castle, flea circus and dog display, Treasured Vehicles Show (07736463762 to register). Free entry all day to the Museum of Childhood. Also a Victorian Childrens' Parade ( with prizes) and the model railway at the Old Station. Finally an evening Ceilidh in the Pavilion.
TREEBADOUR PUPPET THEATRE PRESENTS; "KASPER AND CROCODILE VISIT NESSIE" @ The James Milne Institute, Findhorn , 2pm
(Hand Puppet Show)For children from 3 years. Cost £4 per person. For bookings or more information phone Elisabeth Julian on 01309 691225 or visit www.treebadour.co.uk
OLYMPIC TORCH FUN FAMILY DAY @ Glen Urquhart Primary School Drumnadrochit, 2.30pm
Bouncy Castle, Fancy Dress competition (Olympic theme), Games competitions, make your own flag, Face Painting, Raffles, Craft stalls, Pony Rides and more!
DALAI LAMA RENAISSANCE @ Universal Hall, Findhorn, 7.30pm
In this award-winning documentary narrated by Harrison Ford, the 14th Dalai Lama invites 40 of the West’s leading, most innovative thinkers to his residence in the Himalayan Mountains of India to discuss the world’s problems and how we can solve them. The film’s director, Khashyar Darvich, will be at the screening to do a Q
One of the hardest-working bands on the US roots music circuit, Hillfolk Noir from Boise, Idaho, have built themselves a huge Stateside following playing what has been described as music "filtered through a country-tinged, swampy-swingin', hillbilly-delta-blues-ragtime word machine".
JOANNA CHAPMAN-SMITH @ The Old Brewery, Cromarty, 8.30pm
Echoes of jazz and eastern European gypsy sounds enlivened by her eclectic interests in world music, cabaret, circus and global travelling. joannacs.com
STRATHPEFFER & DISTRICT PIPE BAND SATURDAY NIGHT PERFORMANCE @ Strathpeffer Square, 8.30pm
The pipe band parade in Strathpeffer Square. The event starts at 8.30pm on a Saturday night and lasts about 1 hour with a showcase of Highland Dancing - weather permitting.
Day of traditional craft, with spinning, felting, weaving, sewing and more, all being demonstrated so people can have a go. The idea is to reach people who might not have had a chance to have a go at traditional crafts before.They're even going to try and make a large felted wall hanging using Mongolian felting techniques- which involves a pony! Adults £1, children free.
Water gardens with recent restoration and new planting, especially rhododendrons and azaleas. Large, five acre walled garden with formal 18th century oval pond (restored). Off B817 between Evanton and junction with A836: turn west up Novar Drive.
£5, Children Free
Whether you are capable of running 10 miles, or can only walk or push a buggy for a few metres, this is your one-off opportunity to play a part in a very special event. Since the official Olympic Torch is not passing through most of Moray’s main towns
Whether you are capable of running 10 miles, or can only walk or push a buggy for a few metres, this is your one-off opportunity to play a part in a very special event. Since the official Olympic Torch is not passing through most of Moray’s main towns
WILDLIFE, ART AND CONSERVATION @ Boat Of Garten Community Hall, 7.30pm
As Biodiversity Officer for CNPA and a wildlife artist with a growing international reputation, working with nature has become a way of life for Justin Prigmore.
Starring Elaine C Smith
The extraordinary story of Susan Boyle is brought to life in this thrilling new musical which boasts Susan's unique personal endorsement.
Whether you are capable of running 10 miles, or can only walk or push a buggy for a few metres, this is your one-off opportunity to play a part in a very special event. Since the official Olympic Torch is not passing through most of Moray’s main towns
FAIR ISLE AND ITS BIRDS @ Grant Arms Hotel Osprey Suite, 6pm
Tim Loseby is the Director of Fair Isle Bird Observatory – Britain’s number one Bird Observatory and the classic migration point of the British Isles through all seasons of the year.
Widely regarded as one of the greatest films ever made L’Atalante was Jean Vigo’s fourth and final film before his death in 1934, aged just 29. Inverness Film Fans are delighted to present this rare opportunity to see Jean Vigo’s extraordinary work on the big screen!
www.invernessfilmfans.org
Starring Elaine C Smith
The extraordinary story of Susan Boyle is brought to life in this thrilling new musical which boasts Susan's unique personal endorsement.
Whether you are capable of running 10 miles, or can only walk or push a buggy for a few metres, this is your one-off opportunity to play a part in a very special event. Since the official Olympic Torch is not passing through most of Moray’s main towns
19 year old singer-songwriter from Blackpool, the same town that gave us Little Boots. You may have seen her on BBC's Late Review demonstarting her surprisingly mature songwriting and richly textured torch-song vocals.
THE QUARRELWOOD FOREST RUN @ Spynie Hall, Near Elgin, 7.15pm
This is the third race in the 2012 Moray Forest runs Series, an undulating voyage of discovery around Elgin's ancient woodland. Proceeds go to Spynie Hall. forresharriers.org.uk
THE VIGINIA MONOLGUES @ Eden Court One Touch, 7.30pm
Scamp Theatre presents
The Virginia Monologues : Why Growing old is Great
Written and performed by Virginia Ironside
Directed by Nigel Planer
When an agony aunt reaches sixty, she can lie like a trooper, jump off a bridge - or take to the stage.
Starring Elaine C Smith
The extraordinary story of Susan Boyle is brought to life in this thrilling new musical which boasts Susan's unique personal endorsement.
Having spent much of last year touring their seminal Screamadelica in its entirety, the mighty Scream seem to have rediscovered their vigour. If this is as good as their last Ironworks show, we're in for a treat.
Starring Elaine C Smith
The extraordinary story of Susan Boyle is brought to life in this thrilling new musical which boasts Susan's unique personal endorsement.
Oscar-winner Danny Boyle (127 Hours, Slumdog Millionaire) returned to the theatre to direct this visionary production with Benedict Cumberbatch and Jonny Lee Miller.
Interactive course for adult learners to discover more about the wildlife of Inverness and how your garden can help. Floral Hall 01463 713553 or www.invernessfloralhall.com
INTRODUCTION TO WILDLIFE GARDENING @ Inverness Floral Hall
Course for adult learners to discover more about the wildlife of Inverness and how your garden can help. Floral Hall 01463 713553 or www.invernessfloralhall.com
THE INSIDER OLYMPIAD @ Inshriach House, Aviemore, 1pm
Returning for its fourth outing, this year’s Insider Festival will once again feature an outstanding musical line-up alongside mouth-watering food and drink, all enjoyed in beautiful surroundings with beautiful people.This year there's a cheeky celebration of the Olympic spirit for some reason.
TWO SISTERS AND A FUNERAL @ Aberlour Parish Church, 7.30pm
Christian musical in contemporary style, by Roger Jones of Christian Music Ministries, and presented by Roger and his team along with a choir from Aberlour Church and the Speyside area. 7.30pm. Admission by donation. 01340 871906
The award-winning Scottish Chamber Orchestra can always count on a warm welcome (and usually a sell-out crowd) when they make one of their regular returns to the Universal Hall. The programme will include:
MOZART Symphony No 21 in A, K134
MOZART Horn Concert No 4 in E-flat, K495
MOZART Rondo in B-flat, K269
MOZART Symphony No 39
Artists include:
ALEXANDER JANICZEK Director/Violin
ALEC FRANK-GEMMILL Horn
http://www.wegottickets.com/event/162744
Starring Elaine C Smith
The extraordinary story of Susan Boyle is brought to life in this thrilling new musical which boasts Susan's unique personal endorsement.
Featuring the Sea Cadet Corps, the 1st Highlanders Army Cadet Corps and the Air Training Corps at 2.30pm. The parade will march from Inverness Castle past the Town House to Northern Meeting Park where a Drumhead Service will be held.
2-3 mile walk along the cliff path from Burghead to Hopeman
Non club Members £1.50. No dogs. Suitable clothing essential.spanglefish.com/DingwallFieldClub
THE INSIDER OLYMPIAD @ Inshriach House, Aviemore, 1pm
Returning for its fourth outing, this year’s Insider Festival will once again feature an outstanding musical line-up alongside mouth-watering food and drink, all enjoyed in beautiful surroundings with beautiful people.This year there's a cheeky celebration of the Olympic spirit for some reason.
Starring Elaine C Smith
The extraordinary story of Susan Boyle is brought to life in this thrilling new musical which boasts Susan's unique personal endorsement.
STRATHPEFFER & DISTRICT PIPE BAND SATURDAY NIGHT PERFORMANCE @ Strathpeffer Square, 8.30pm
The pipe band parade in Strathpeffer Square. The event starts at 8.30pm on a Saturday night and lasts about 1 hour with a showcase of Highland Dancing - weather permitting.
SCOTTISH BIKEATHON 2012 @ Ardvonie Park, Kingussie, 10.30am
The Scottish Bikeathon is back for its 20th year with 700 riders coming from as far afield as South Africa and Australia. The event starts and finishes in the Kingussie, going via Newtonmore, Laggan and Glen Truim.
THE INSIDER OLYMPIAD @ Inshriach House, Aviemore, 1pm
Returning for its fourth outing, this year’s Insider Festival will once again feature an outstanding musical line-up alongside mouth-watering food and drink, all enjoyed in beautiful surroundings with beautiful people.This year there's a cheeky celebration of the Olympic spirit for some reason.
UHI media lecture by Brian Taylor. A regular correspondent on BBC Scotland News, he will give his views on the complex relations between politicians and the media and the effect these have on democracy.
HOW TO GET THE BEST OUT OF WILDLIFE WATCHING @ Grant Arms Hotel Osprey Suite, 9pm
Ruth Miller and Alan Davies are best known for their ‘Biggest Twitch’ – travelling the world to set a new world record for the highest number of bird species seen in a single calendar year. In this talk they provide an amusing and slightly tongue-in-cheek look at watching birds and other wildlife in the UK and around the world, some of the do’s and don’ts in the field and how to get the most out of your wildlife encounters.
Make the most of the long summer nights by taking part in a Midsummer’s Night Duathlon! Organised in the same format as the New Year challenge the course will consist of a 1km run loop and 3km bike loop on forest trails. You have one hour to do as many laps as you can. The event can be done individually or in a pair
http://www.triathloninverness.co.uk
