Events Around Moray

Alecia Karr is back with us to bring you a fantastic night, featuring the hits old and new! This event is one of our favourites!

Making a hugely welcome return to the Universal Hall, Kakatsitsi have established themselves as one of the leading African drumming groups, renowned for the quality of their singing and their accessible, funky, danceable drumming grooves.

Wild things! is delighted to welcome eminent Scottish mycologist, Liz Holden, to lead us on a fascinating foray into the enigmatic world of fungi! Liz has well over 30 years experience in her field and Wild things!

Taking inspiration from their roots in the Irish and English traditions, Flook have an enviable trademark sound, weaving and spinning traditionally rooted tunes over precise acoustic grooves, with a rare blend of fiery technical brilliance, delicate ensemble interaction and a bold, adventurous musical imagination.

The legendary, multi-award winning Old Blind Dogs bounded into their 25th anniversary year with a cracking new album Room with a View. With a line-up from the world of Scottish folk music that is approaching superstar status, the band creates a sound which stands at the forefront of the Scottish roots music revival.

This is a ground-breaking collaboration with Glasgow’s Optimo Music and Brazilian dance collective 7OITO. Join Scottish Dance Theatre for an immersive ceilidh experience, inspired by both the culture of Scotland and the street festivals of Brazil.

Lossiemouth Raft Race is a fun-filled, annual event organised by RAF Lossiemouth and Moray Council. As well as the raft race along the River Lossie, there are stalls, fun fair and a fancy dress competition. This year’s theme is superheroes.

On Sunday the 18th August 2019 come along and see ** Ada Donaldson ** from Angels Gateway Spiritualist Church in Bilston who is our Visiting Medium this Month Starts at 7-30pm till 8-30pm Tea / Coffee and Cake afterwards 50p. Please stay for a bleather .Donation at the Door .....

RNLI Blue Light Harbour Day Saturday 17 August 12:00 - 16:00 Buckie Lifeboat Fire & Rescue Coastguard Live Music & Open Mike sessions Morayvia cockpit BBQ/Teas & Coffees/Cake & Candy/ Souvenir Stall/ Children’s Games/Boat trips/various fundraising stalls

Come along to an adventurous Wild things! Holiday Bushcraft Club in Sanquhar Woods, Forres. Each day will involve a mixture of activities including games, crafts and learning new skills.

Wildlife paintings by Fochabers artist, Alanda Calmus, a contemporary realist painter whose own distinctive style is characterised by realist subjects combined with abstract backgrounds.

Dougie MacLean is Scotland’s pre-eminent singer-songwriter and a national musical treasure” (SingOut USA) who has developed a unique blend of lyrical, ‘roots based’ songwriting and instrumental composition.

On Sunday the 4th August 2019 the visiting Mediums will be Mary & George Amos, looking forward to having Mary & George back serving the church hope you can make it along, Starts at 7-30pm till 8-30pm Tea / Coffee and Cake 50p afterwards please stay for a bleather .Donation at the Door .....

Portgordon Art group members’ exhibition. Live pastel wildlife painting demonstration over both days. Tombola and Raffle to win a personally commissioned pastel painting of a subject your choice by professional artist Alanda Calmus. Original artworks available to purchase as well as greetings cards.

Quantum Theatre brings their open air production of Wind in the Willows to Gordon Castle on Sunday 21st July. Bring chairs, blankets and a picnic and enjoy the fun!

LINE DANCING – All are welcome to join in at 7.30pm on Friday 19 July 2019 in Inchberry Hall, where Inchberry & District Community Association (IDCA) welcomes all who wish to experience and enjoy line dancing.

The Scottish Chamber Orchestra presents its annual (and usually sold-out) concert in Findhorn’s Universal Hall on 19 July 2019. The Orchestra’s superb principal Cellist Philip Higham is soloist in Tchaikovsky’s Rococo Variations – a work that tips its hat to the eighteenth century, but is utterly Romantic at heart.

Scotland’s Favourite Zippos Circus is back on the road for 2019 with a new show titled The Magnificent Top Hat, celebrating 21 years since ringmaster Norman Barrett first appeared at Zippos Circus.

The Spirit of Speyside Gin Experience is a new event for summer 2019 which celebrates the very best of the region’s gin producers. They will join together in the beautiful, historic surroundings of Gordon Castle Walled Garden in Fochabers for a day of gin and tonics, cocktails, music and food.

On Sunday the 7th July 2019 this Months Visiting Medium is the lovely Evelyn Elliott from Glasgow Starts at 7-30pm till 8-30pm Tea / Coffee and Cake afterwards 50p Please stay for a bleather .Donation at the Door .....Monies Raised after the medium and hall are paid will go to Charity. .

Gala Day ! 1pm to 4pm, Harbourside Findochty Fun for all the family ! Fair ground rides Tam o Shunter train rides Raffles Dart football Inflatable slide Hook a duck Face painting, glitter gems Community tables Kids bowling Skiff sailing Static displays on land and sea Refreshments And lots lots...

Moishes Bagel’s music consists of driving klezmer grooves, rootsy Scottish folk and tango stylings, classical virtuosity and power, inspired Latin jazz flavours; all brilliantly complemented by a richly unique percussion sound that includes Indian tabla and Middle Eastern darabuka.

LINE DANCING – All are welcome to join in on Friday 21 June 2019, where INCHBERRY & District Community Association (IDCA) welcomes new and experienced line dancers. Enjoy fit and fun evening dancing with music and gently limber those body parts and socialise in INCHBERRY Hall with convivial company.

One of Scotland’s foremost musicians brings his remarkable new song cycle to Findhorn for the first time.

Join Wild things! for the experience of a lifetime on one of our Wild Woman wilderness adventures. These incredible holiday escapes to nature are an opportunity for women to come together and enjoy discovering new skills whilst also re-visiting some old ones.

Led by jazz violin superstar Christian Garrick The Budapest Café Orchestra play traditional folk and gypsy flavoured music from across the Balkans and Russia incorporating Klezmer, Romanian Doinas, Hungarian Czadas and beautiful ballads.

This year Big Kid Circus introduces an exciting mix of amazing new artistes! An incredible troupe from Cuba present a variety of acts, including the marvellous Teeter Board, a Russian Bar, a Double Aerial Hoop, a Triple Aerial Trapeze Bar and Roller Skating!

DEFIBRILLATOR training is being provided in two sessions on June 10, 2019, between 6-7pm and 7-8pm in INCHBERRY Hall, by Keirans Legacy. A maximum of 10 people per session is available.

Coffee Morning and Open Day at Innes House near Elgin. Entry £3.50 adults, £2.50 children. Includes entry to the beautiful gardens of 17th century Innes House and a cup of tea or coffee with a slice of home baked cake. Raffle and Hook A Duck competition. Car parking free of charge.

After trying to bring to Eight Acres in 2018, Brendan Carr is joining us for a night of tribute entertainment! Tickets are £15 or £35 to include three course dinner beforehand. Accommodation package available: 1 night £80 per person, 2 nights £120 per person.

With the release of the new album Rove, Nova Scotia’s powerhouse Còig has cemented its status as one of today’s most exciting new North American Celtic groups.

Looking forward to meeting our visiting medium Ann Marie McPhee on Sunday 2nd June the service starts at 7:30pm till 8:30pm Hope you can all make it along to see Ann Marie & Spirit working together. Tea,Coffee & cake afterwards 50p so please stay for a bleather. Donation at the door and Raffle.

Following their debut release Cross the Line in 2016, Orcadian folk Quartet FARA are touring the UK to coincide with the October 2018 release of their second album, Times from Times Fall.

Join stand-up comedian, poet, improviser, and TV stalwart Phill Jupitus for over an hour of tales, laughs and diversions. Watch in delight and/or horror as this experienced funnyman smashes laughs out of the chaos of his own life and the uncertain world that surrounds it.

With this group you have the whole package- the looks, the moves, and most importantly the voices! £15 per ticket or £35 to include three course dinner prior to show. Accommodation package available: 1 night £80 per person, 2 nights £120 per person.

After sell out performances in Glasgow and Ayr, Leah MacRae comes to the Universal Hall. Join the star of BBC’s River City, Gary Tank Commander and the huge hit stage comedy 51 Shades Of Maggie as she delves into the hilarious pages of her Big, Fat, Fabulous Diary With stories including Cleaning Cupboard First Winch,...

A perfect opportunity to come along, meet the team, enjoy a fizz and sample Chef’s tasty canapés, while we show you how we can help to make your day that special one!

From caber tossing to equestrian stunt riders, Gordon Setter gatherings to chainsaw displays; the Gordon Castle Highland Games and Country Fair returns on Sunday 19th May 2019 with an eclectic mix of entertainment for all the family.

Little Top at Forres Town Hall Presented by Starcatchers and SUPERFAN, Little Top is a magical first circus experience for babies aged 0-18 months and their adults.

An exhibition of textile work by Avril C. Clark. The artist will be giving demonstrations of stitching methods every Saturday. Contact the museum for details.

All are welcome to join in on Friday 17 May 2019 to relax with some smooth exercise of those limbs. All are welcome to join in line dancing in Inchberry & District Community Association (IDCA) Hall.

Rant is the meeting of 4 of Scotland’s finest fiddle players, two from the Shetland Islands and two from the Highlands. Nominated in the BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards 2014 for Best Traditional track, they tour their unique brand of ‘chamber-folk’ far and wide.

Multi-award winning songwriter and musician, theatre maker and published writer Karine Polwart is a six-time winner at the BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards, including 2018 Folk Singer of the Year.

Singer-songwriter Adam Ross is the prolific mastermind behind the music of Randolph’s Leap. Hailing from Nairn, he has been steadily building up an eclectic back-catalogue of uplifting folk-pop - a mixture of solo home recordings and full-band studio epics.

The Visiting Medium will be the Amazing Ada Donaldson from Angels Gateway Spiritualist Church in Bilston,Midlothian hope you can make it along to see Spirit & Ada working together starts at 7:30pm till 8:30pm Donation at the Door & Raffle Tea/ Coffee & cake afterwards 50p stay for a bleather....................

Written and acted by Matthew Zajac, and based on the life of his father, this extraordinary play tells the story of the tailor’s life and his son’s discoveries about his father using music, poetry, storytelling, and video projection.

A Cheese and Wine open evening at Elgin Museum. A chance to speak to the volunteers who work there and see around the museum. Some little seen artefacts from the stores will be on display.

Ainglean Gheata Spiritualist church is CLOSED as its Easter weekend . We Open again on the 5th May the Visiting Medium will be the Amazing Ada Donaldson from Angels Gateway Spiritualist Church in Bilston,Midlothian hope you can make it along to see Spirit & Ada working together starts at 7:30pm till 8:30pm Donation...

In memory of Robert (Bob) Malcome who passed away earlier this year A Model Railway Show is being held on Saturday 29th April between 1000 and 1500 at Spey Bay Village Hall. This event will have at least 7 Model Railways plus Keith Dufftown Railway.

Tom Scott is back with us appearing as both of these legendary acts. A brilliant show that’s a must for country fans! £15 per ticket or £35 to include three course meal prior to show. Accommodation package available: 1 night £70 per person, 2 nights £110 per person.

Glasgow based folksinger, songwriter and ukulele player Claire Hastings has made a name for herself on the folk scene since winning BBC Young Traditional Musician of the Year in 2015.

The new aerial dance show from All or Nothing and Room 2 Manoeuvre, Heroes explores the cult of celebrity and the fall from grace, the hidden heroes, superheroes and asks, who do we really, actually look up to?

This month the visiting mediums are Carolyn & Alan Ibbitson from Smithton, Alan will be doing Psychic Art & Carolyn will also be giving messages from Spirit so hope you can make it along .

Our visiting mediums this month are Carolyn & Alan Ibbitsion from Smithton Church so we hope you can make it along to see spirit & Carolyn & Alan working together always fun and laughter starts at 7:30pm till 8:30 pm Donation at the Door & Raffle Tea/coffee & cake afterwards 50p stay for a chat All Welcome x P.S.

Way up in the deep blue night sky, a twinkling star hears a little girl’s birthday wish . . . Presented by Visible Ficitons and told through a magical mix of puppetry, music, light and imagination, this is a heartfelt and humorous story of what can happen when the universe hears your dreams.

When the Pied Piper plays his flute the rats run, the greedy mayor rubs his hands and the children dance... Presented by Norwich Puppet Theatre this new humorous and irresistible one-person show combines a skilful mix of puppetry, foot-tapping music and storytelling which will entrance audiences young and old.

Ever since he was a small boy, all Evans really wanted was to be recognised by the world as a man of genius. He has, until now, remained thwarted. The world seems increasingly indifferent to true genius of any kind, let alone Evans’.

The final talk in The Moray Society Lecture Series 2018/19 is by Ian Urquhart, MBA, DL, Chairman of Johnstons and the Elgin Fund. Ian was born and brought up in Elgin, and has been a Director of Johnstons since 1981.

Following on from the success of their debut album ‘Symbiosis’, Ross Ainslie and Ali Hutton released their second album ‘Symbiosis II’ in spring 2018 to huge critical acclaim. Winners of the best duo category at the BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards in 2017 and nominees for the same award in 2018.

12-2pm, free entry to all. Complimentary Chef’s taster canapes and bubbly included. Come along and see how we can set your perfect day and meet our friendly wedding co-ordinator.

Introduction to Bushcraft For Outdoor Leaders is an accredited two-day course for anyone who is looking to embark on the first steps into the world of bushcraft and traditional living skills.

A coffee morning to highlight International Women’s Day and discover the contribution made to science by generations of women.

Wild Woman Day! A celebratory taster day of our Wild Woman programme. We will spend the day in the forest, discovering some traditional living skills, woodland bushcraft and carving. This one is only for the girls!

Folk music’s legendary triumvirate of musical magpies Mike McGoldrick, John Doyle and John McCusker are out on the road again in 2019.

‘The Nordic Fiddlers Bloc’ comprise three master fiddle players from three different and very distinctive Nordic regions.

The latest talk in The Moray Society Lecture Series 2018/19, given by Lorna Hall who is the Education Officer for the Scottish Dolphin Centre.

TWIN-TOWN Fundraiser – Choose a famous ‘Fish Supper’ or chicken equivalent which is served before the Bingo. Enjoy a ’drink or two’. The Elgin-Landshut Twin-Town Association (ELTA), is holding a BINGO fun fund-raiser Quiz Night in the Ashvale Restaurant on TUESDAY 19th FEBRUARY 2019 at 7pm.

12-2pm, free entry to all. Complimentary Chef’s taster canapes and bubbly included. Come along and see how we can set your perfect day and meet our friendly wedding co-ordinator.

Fantastic tribute by Alecia Karr, back by popular demand. All the hits new and old, a great night of entertainment. £15 per ticket or £35 to include three course meal prior to show. Accommodation package available: 1 night £80 per person, 2 nights £120 per person.

Winter Tree I.D. – Identifying Trees in Winter. Join ethnobotanist, Jennie Martin, on a winter walk exploring the woodlands and learning how to identify trees at this glorious time of year.

Tracking Trails: An Introduction to Animal Tracking. Join us for a guided walk through the woodlands, where our instructor will lead you on an introductory journey exploring the tracks and signs left behind by our native animals.

Find out about the current condition of the Lodge and hear the vision for the future.

See what Elgin was like in old films of the time the Lodge opened.

Community Carol Singing with Buckie and District Community Choir.

Logie Steading Christmas Market is back for its fifth year! With over 40 stalls featuring Scottish makers and producers, hot food and a fantastic festive atmosphere, come down and browse, shop, eat and soak up some Christmas Spirit..

INCHBERRY & District Community Association (IDCA) AGM - Monday, December 3, 2018 at 7.30pm. The Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the INCHBERRY & District Community Association (IDCA) will take place on Monday, December 3, 2018 at 7.30pm [Seven thirty pm] in INCHBERRY Hall.

Sunday 2nd December last church of the year Ainglean Gheata Spiritualist Church is on the 1st & 3rd Sunday of Every Month Starts at 7:30pm till 8:30pm 1st Sunday Visiting Medium this month is the lovely *** Tommy Goodwin *** Hope you can make it along to see Tommy and Spirit working together lots of Love and

Widely recognised as the compelling vocals of Capercaillie, Karen has been involved in various projects of collaboration worldwide including the BBC series Transatlantic Sessions, where she has filmed tracks with artists like James Taylor, Emmylou Harris and The McGarrigle Sisters.

The unique musicianship of Breabach combines twin bagpipes, fiddle, mandolin, bass and guitar with Gaelic vocals and step dance, and has won them fans across the globe with tours packed full of European festival appearances.

Dallahan is one of the most thrilling forces in the international folk music scene; heavily rooted in traditional Irish music, but with hugely diverse backgrounds and influences.

On Sunday the 18th November 2018 the Mediums this Month are Linda, Shirley & Developing Mediums Starts at 7-30pm till 8-30pm Tea / Coffee and Cake afterwards 50p Please stay for a bleather .Donation at the Door .....Monies Raised after the medium and hall are paid will go to Charity. .Hope to see you there xx

Few movies have captivated a generation like Dirty Dancing and Grease. Re-live the passion, the romance and the iconic dance moves with this fun-filled tribute night.

Mànran’s music has traditional Celtic roots, and features fiery tunes from fiddle, accordion, flute, uillean and Highland bagpipes bind powerfully to a rhythm section awash with elements of funk, jazz and rock to create some of the most innovative and uplifting instrumental music around.

Winner of ‘Best Songwriter’, ‘Best Song’, ‘Best Male Vocalist’ & ‘International Country Album’ Charlie’s talent and chart-topping records received the ultimate recognition in 2011 when he was inducted into the British Country Music Hall of Fame.

An evening of Armenian Storytelling and Music from the Edinburgh International Storytelling Festival. Performed by singer Maryem Tollar, playing the Riqq, and storyteller Dawne McFarlane, the narrative combines with Arabic songs to transport us to the time and place of Anaeet, daughter of a shepherd.

The Elgin Landshut TwinTown Association (ELTA) Annual General Meeting will be held at 7.30pm on Thursday 25 October 2018 in the Council Chambers the Moray Council, High St, Elgin, IV30 1BX. In attendance The Moray Council (TMC) Twinning Liaison Councillor, James Allan will be present.

The Annual General Meeting (AGM) of Elgin Landshut Twintown Association (ELTA) will be held on Thursday, October 25, 2018 at 7.30pm in The Moray Council (TMC) Chambers, High Street, Elgin, IV30 9BX.

Dogstar Theatre has teamed up with one of Sweden’s leading independent theatre companies, Profilteatern of Umea, to present the World Premiere of a new comedy Let’s Inherit the Earth by one of Scotland’s most original playwrights, Elgin-born Morna Pearson.

Ainglean Gheata Spiritualist Church has been open 2 years this October we would like to Welcome You to our Special Night ….. The Visiting Medium will be the lovely Tommy Goodwin.

In Twelfth Day, Orcadian fiddler Catriona Price and Peebles harpist Esther Swift provide two distinctly different musical voices. Their fiddle and pedal harp build layer upon layer of a complex and ever-evolving sound, rich with rhythm, harmony and texture.

Dance for Children in Need at Elgin Hall, Land Street Elgin on Saturday 6th October. Live Music by Western Rhythm who can play all styles of music and there will an opportunity to dance waltz, quick step, tango, cha cha, rumba and samba. Tickets £10.00 Bring your own food and drink. Admission by ticket only.

Learn how to build an inexpensive wind turbine that can be sited in your garden! Easy to make using cheap, readily available or recycled parts- and looks really cool. We’ll also discuss the basics of low tech generation using such a turbine with some examples and demonstration.

We’re delighted to welcome Daniel to Eight Acres for the first time! We’ve all come to love listening to Ed Sheeran’s perfect lyrics- this is a great show for all you fans!

The Baghdaddies’ exuberant and rampant brand of world music is an exhilarating cocktail of Balkan melodies, ska and latin grooves and sizzling brass played with furious energy and theatrical humour, making them as unforgettable on stage as they are when performing as wandering brass troubadours.

A variety of children’s activity days and short lunchtime talks will be held in Elgin Museum as part of Highland Archaeology Festival. Contact the museum for details.

A coffee morning in the old Austin’s Tearooms, to raise funds for Elgin Museum. Part of Doors Open Day, this will give people a chance to come and see the original Art Deco fittings and stained glass. Various stalls, with craft work, books and homebakes, will also be there.

Uilleann Piping star Calum Stewart and his trio are touring with a much-anticipated new album Tales from the North which celebrates the legends, landscapes, adventures and people that all played an integral part in Calum’s childhood in Garmouth.

On Sunday the 16th September 2018 the Mediums will be Shirley Linda & Developing Mediums Starts at 7-30pm till 8-30pm Tea / Coffee and Cake 50p afterwards .Please stay for a bleather .Donation at the Door .....Monies Raised after the medium and hall are paid will go to Charity. .Hope to see you there xx All Welcome