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ADULT & YOUNG PEOPLE’S ART CLASSES
Block 1: 18 Apr - 16 May ? Block 2: 23 May - 20 June ? Block 1. Watercolour Develop your skills using this versatile and flexible medium, as artist Fiona Fleming helps you to understand how watercolour really works.
Dick Institute, Elmbank Avenue
Today to Sat 15 Jun
DO ART AT THE DI! Children’s Art Classes
Block 1: 18 Apr - 16 May ? Block 2: 23 May - 20 June ? Get creative and DO ART! Be inspired by our visual art exhibitions in the galleries and create your own works of art using a range of mediums such as paint, print and ceramics! All materials included.
Dick Institute, Elmbank Avenue
Today to Sat 15 Jun
TEENY EXPLORERS
Block 1: 23 April - 21 May ? Block 2: 28 May - 25 June ? Ignite your curiosity with our weekly EXPLORERS club Engage the senses with creative fun, story, song, imagination, discovery, explorations and tactile sensations. For children and their grownups!
Dick Institute, Elmbank Avenue
Today to Thu 20 Jun
EXPLORERS
Ignite your curiosity with our weekly EXPLORERS club for children to enjoy a creative interactive experience that immerses them in the stories, objects and spaces in and around our wonderful Arts & Museums venues
WEE 5 - 7 YEARS
Burns House Museum
Join in with performance, movement, storytelling, arts & crafts to
Burns House Museum, Castle Street, Mauchline
Today to Fri 21 Jun
TEENY EXPLORERS 3-5 YEARS
Ignite your curiosity with our weekly EXPLORERS club for children to enjoy a creative interactive experience that immerses them in the stories, objects and spaces in and around our wonderful Arts & Museums venues.
Baird Insitute, Lugar Street, Cumnock
Today to Sat 22 Jun
VISIONS OF NEPAL
All Welcome Documentary photography from Nathan McNaughton taken in Nepal between November 2018 and February 2019, whilst participating in global volunteering programme International Citizen Service.
Dick Institute, Elmbank Avenue
Today to Sat 18 May
East Ayrshire Youth Theatre presents…ELECTRICITY - Into the Light
Join the young people of East Ayrshire Youth Theatre on a quest to the heart of musical theatre as they take you on a musical journey from Bellfield to Broadway.
Grand Hall, 9 Green Street, Kilmarnock
Fri 26 Apr 19 and Sat 27 Apr
Family Fun Day at Annanhill Golf Course
Join us as we relaunch Annanhill Golf Course for 2019 with a fun filled day for the family including golf promotions, tri-golf and fun competitions with prizes. Our golf pro will be on hand delivering masterclass sessions providing tips on how to improve your game.
Annanhill Golf Course, Irvine Road, Kilmarnock
Sun 28 Apr 19
Starcatchers and Superfan present… Little Top
For babies aged under 18 months and their parents and carers. Welcome to Little Top, a magical first circus experience for babies aged 0-18 months and their adults.
Cumnock Town Hall Glassnock Street, Cumnock
Tue 30 Apr 19
Starcatchers and Superfan present… Little Top
For babies aged under 18 months and their parents and carers. Welcome to Little Top, a magical first circus experience for babies aged 0-18 months and their adults.
Grand Hall, 9 Green Street, Kilmarnock
Wed 1 May 19
BATS AND NOCTURNAL ANIMALS OF DCCP
Discover more about the nocturnal creatures that inhabit the park – tawny owls, badgers, foxes and bats. As well as learning what to look for, we will show you the latest camera trap footage before taking you on a walk to some of the best wildlife watching locations.
Dean Castle Country Park Dean Road, Kilmarnock
Wed 1 May 19
Starcatchers and Superfan present… LITTLE TOP – A MAGICAL CIRCUS SHOW FOR BABIES
Suitable for babies aged under 18 months and their parents and carers. Little Top will transport you to a playful, joyous, upside down, topsy-turvy world where people can fly, patterns fill the air and anything is possible.
The Grand Hall, 9 Green Street, Kilmarnock
Wed 1 May 19
DEAN CASTLE - A COURTYARD CASTLE RE-IMAGINED
An illustrated talk on the 8th Lord Howard de Walden’s restoration of Dean Castle during the first half of the 20th century, and a chance to look at the Castle collection displays.
Dick Institute, Elmbank Avenue
Thu 2 May 19
A Crawl Down The Ogre by Doug Scott CBE
One of the most dramatic tales of mountaineering survival ever. Doug Scott and Chris Bonington made the first ascent of The Ogre [Baintha Brakk 7285m] in the Karakoram, extending the boundaries of what had been achieved before at that altitude.
AYR TOWN HALL, New Bridge Street, AYR
Thu 2 May 19
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25th Annual Hansel Golf Day
Calling All Golfers! The golf day is always a popular event with our many supporters and it will certainly be a special occasion in our 25th anniversary golf year! We hope that you will gather your work colleagues, corporate guests, friends and family together to join us for a wonderful day of golf.
Kilmarnock (Barassie) Golf Club, 29 Hillhouse Road, Troon
Thu 2 May 19
Poisoned Apple Productions & The Spontaneous Players present: SPONTANEOUS POTTER
Spontaneous Potter is an entirely improvised Harry Potter comedy play, based on an audience suggestion of a fanfiction title. An entirely new Potter adventure is magically improvised on the spot - with live musical accompaniment!
The Palace Theatre, 9 Green Street, Kilmarnock
Sat 4 May 19
SONGBIRD SYMPHONY
Celebrate International Dawn Chorus Day with an early morning stroll through the park listening to one of springs most delightful natural events. Improve your identification skills and learn more about why this phenomenon happens. Binoculars are available to borrow.
Dean Castle Country Park Dean Road, Kilmarnock
Sun 5 May 19
AYRSHIRE INFINITY CHOIR
The Infinity Choir are excited to return to the Palace Theatre to present their brand new production for 2019 - Heart and Song. Known for their diverse and imaginative repertoire alongside invigorating live performances, the Infinity Choir have a reputation as one of Scotland’s most versatile choirs.
The Palace Theatre, 9 Green Street, Kilmarnock
Sun 5 May 19
AMPHIBIANS AFTERHOURS
Come and learn about the underappreciated creatures that live in our lagoons and ponds. Starting with a short talk about the native amphibians of the UK including some fun facts and key identification features before heading off into the night armed with head torches to try and glimpse our slimy friends!
Dean Castle Country Park Dean Road, Kilmarnock
Wed 8 May 19
Rapture Theatre in association with the Palace Theatre presents... THE RED LION
The Red Lion FC is a non-league side who have dreams of the big time. However, their manager, Kidd, will stop at nothing to realise his own ambitions of money and fame. So when a talented young player, Jordan, turns up for a trial, Kidd sees his golden opportunity.
The Palace Theatre, 9 Green Street, Kilmarnock
Thu 9 May 19
THE SCHOOL WALK
Hurlford Primary School pupils are taking part in this year’s Nature Walk along the River Irvine with the Countryside Rangers.
Dean Castle Country Park Dean Road, Kilmarnock
Fri 10 May 19
TWILIGHT BAT WALK
Meet the Rangers at Darvel Sports Centre for a Bat Walk along Browns Road. Bat detectors are provided, please bring a torch and wear warm clothing. Booking essential - Phone 01563 554734 or email rangers@eastayrshireleisure.com to book your place.
Dean Castle Country Park Dean Road, Kilmarnock
Fri 10 May 19
THE POTTER’S CRAFT - AN AYRSHIRE STORY
During the 19th century, Ayrshire was at the forefront of Scotland’s industrial revolution. The key to the region’s industrial development lay below the ground where valuable minerals had been deposited over three hundred million years ago.
Baird Insitute, Lugar Street, Cumnock
Sat 11 May 19 to Mon 8 Jul
Funbox present… THE WILD WEST SHOW
Yeee haaaa! Saddle up partners as Funbox head out on the prairie for their brand new spectacular for 2019; The Wild West Show. Get your cowboy or cowgirl boots and spurs on and join us for a rootin’ tootin’ hoedown with Anya, Kevin, Gary and Bonzo (formerly of The Singing Kettle). Who’s the quickest draw in town?
The Palace Theatre, 9 Green Street, Kilmarnock
Sat 11 May 19
BIRD BOX BUILDING
Join the Rangers for a short bird spotting walk along the river then head back to the hall and create a bird box for your own garden. Tools and equipment provided. Booking Essential
Dean Castle Country Park Dean Road, Kilmarnock
Sun 12 May 19