News Archive
13/8/2019
The Anthology Of Scottish Folk Tales![Thumbnail for article : The Anthology Of Scottish Folk Tales](image_cache/na2166_tn.jpg)
The History Press is to publish ‘The Anthology of Scottish Folk Tales', a collection of the magical, mythical, and mystical folklore woven into the Scottish landscape. This enchanting collection of stories gathers together legends from across Scotland in one special volume.
13/8/2019
Harry Potter Wand Workshop![Thumbnail for article : Harry Potter Wand Workshop](image_cache/na2162_tn.jpg)
Come along and create your own wax finished Harry Potter Wand. Messy Play Centre, Thurso.
13/8/2019
Theatre Licensing consultation
The Highland Council is considering whether to include theatres within its public entertainment licensing regime when the Theatres Act 1968 is no longer in force and seeks public and stakeholders opinion on this matter. The Highland Licensing Committee met on 6 August 2019 and agreed to undertake a public consultation exercise.13/8/2019
Glass Fusing Workshop![Thumbnail for article : Glass Fusing Workshop](image_cache/na2161_tn.jpg)
We provide all the equipment and instruction to help you create a unique piece of Art, fridge magnet or coaster. At Messy Play Centre, Thurso.
13/8/2019
Glass Jewellery Workshop![Thumbnail for article : Glass Jewellery Workshop](image_cache/na2164_tn.jpg)
Come along and create a unique piece of jewellery. Messy Nessy Play Centre, Thurso.
13/8/2019
Make Your Own Dreamcatchers![Thumbnail for article : Make Your Own Dreamcatchers](image_cache/na2163_tn.jpg)
Create and customise your own dreamcatcher to help keep those nightmares away. 14th August 2019 - 630pm - 8.30pm.
8/8/2019
Wick Players Looking For Cast Of Aladdin for 2019![Thumbnail for article : Wick Players Looking For Cast Of Aladdin for 2019](image_cache/na2160_tn.jpg)
Wick Players are ready to start getting ready for the pantomime this year 2019. If you have ever fancied treading the boards or being in the chorus or helping in other ways to being a production together why not go along on 20th August at 7.00pm to the Wick Players Clubrooms in Moray Street, Wick.
22/7/2019
Thurso Players Juniors Whoops! XXIII![Thumbnail for article : Thurso Players Juniors Whoops! XXIII](image_cache/na2159_tn.jpg)
Friday 26 and Saturday 27th 2019. See poster for details..
We're Kaitness Fowk For A' That By John Horne,
We're Kaitness Fowk For A' That By John Horne Written c. 1923 Is there a fyarter fae 'e north, Fa hides his birth an' a' that, An' blushes 'cause his faither's hoose Is thecked wi' straw an a' that? For a' that an a' that - Wir modest crofts an a' that E foosum trosk we pass him by - We're Kaitness fowk an a' that.The Aurora Borealis By W T Lyall
The Aurora Borealis By W T Lyall. The magic in the northern sky A sight to catch the human eye Like dancing angels flickering by The Aurora Borealis.13/7/2019
‘You do know the banjo is an African instrument, right?!': The black roots of country music
The Washington Post runs items on many issues including the arts and music. An interesting podcast on the banjo and its black roots is making waves in the USA.9/7/2019
Calling All Artists...Dunnet Bay Distillers to Launch an ‘Inspired By Gin' Exhibition![Thumbnail for article : Calling All Artists...Dunnet Bay Distillers to Launch an ‘Inspired By Gin' Exhibition](image_cache/na2155_tn.jpg)
The UK's most northerly mainland distillery, Dunnet Bay Distillers, is scouring the UK for exceptional artwork to feature in its debut exhibition, ‘Inspired by Gin'. The distillery will play host to the exhibition from December 2019 - March 2020 at its new Visitor Centre, which is a VisitScotland 5 Star Visitor Attraction and a centre for food and drink, culture and heritage tourism.
Orographic At Secret Location In Caithness![Thumbnail for article : Orographic At Secret Location In Caithness](image_cache/na2153_tn.jpg)
Lyth Arts presents an unusual performance on 21st July 2019 at a secret location between 6.00pm and 7.00pm. Location to be announced later.
Summer Exhibition Sound Walk At Duncansby Head![Thumbnail for article : Summer Exhibition Sound Walk At Duncansby Head](image_cache/na2154_tn.jpg)
Sunday 7th July 2019 At Duncansby Head - 2.00 - 3.00pm. Book on Lyth Arts web site.
Assynt At Mey Hall![Thumbnail for article : Assynt At Mey Hall](image_cache/na2152_tn.jpg)
Brought To Caithnes by Lyth Arts and playing at Mey Village Hall. 12 July 2019 - 8.00 - 10.00pm.
Lyth Summer Exhibition Launch![Thumbnail for article : Lyth Summer Exhibition Launch](image_cache/na2151_tn.jpg)
Join us for the opening of our Summer Exhibition Mountains Underwater: Stroma. The exhibition also features work by local artists, film and audio recordings of Stroma histories, island artefacts and extracts of recent UHI research conducted on the island.
3/7/2019
Wick Players Successful Celebration Thanks![Thumbnail for article : Wick Players Successful Celebration Thanks](image_cache/na2149_tn.jpg)
Jayden Alexander of wickPlayers said,"We recently had a celebration evening which was held in our clubrooms on the 28th of June 2019. We invited all members, organisations and businesses who have supported the club as a thank you.
Lyth Family Festival - Sat 10th Sun 11th August 2019![Thumbnail for article : Lyth Family Festival - Sat 10th Sun 11th August 2019](image_cache/na2150_tn.jpg)
Join us for a weekend of family fun at Lyth Arts Centre this Summer! With outdoor circus, bush craft, story telling, arts & crafts workshops and the puppet caravan there is sure to be something for everyone at Lyth Family Festival! £20 family of 4 £25 family of 5 £6 single ticket Tickets grant entry for Saturday, Sunday or both days. The festival is suitable for all ages and there's lots of fun activities to keep the kids - and big kids - occupied..
30/6/2019
Ivan Drever - Reiss Hall - 5th July 2019![Thumbnail for article : Ivan Drever - Reiss Hall - 5th July 2019](image_cache/na2148_tn.jpg)
Reiss Village Hall - 5th July 2019 - 8.00 - 10.00pm. Lyth Arts Centre are excited to host one of Scottish folk music's most accomplished singer/songwriters, Orkney's very own Ivan Drever.
30/6/2019