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Tributaries brought together communities, artists and scientists along the River Nith to explore the river, its tributaries and the life they sustain. Through activities including moth trapping, bat walks, water sampling, birdwatching and species recording, local people worked alongside scientists to observe and learn about the river and the ecological changes taking place around them. These encounters brought together different generations and forms of knowledge, from scientific observation to lived experience of the river. This knowledge and experience became the starting point for creative workshops with textile artist Elizabeth Stephenson in which participants designed and made traditional trade union-style banners reflecting their communities’ particular relationships with the river and its tributaries. The banners joined the Salty Coo procession in this year’s Nithraid in August. The trade union banner is a symbol of solidarity, collective action and the demand for change. Here, we extend that idea beyond the human: could solidarity also be imagined between species, and between human and more-than-human communities? The banners celebrate the river and give visual expression to the interconnected lives that depend upon it. Collective making created space for conversation, skill-sharing and intergenerational learning, offering a practical and creative way to respond to environmental change. Tributaries is an outreach project for Nithraid, Dumfries’s annual river festival and boat race and we would like to continue the project. If you would like information about how to become part of the banner making project please contact: nithriverunion@gmail.com Many thanks to everyone involved in the making and……. Emily McLatchie (Artist – Thornhill workshops) Old School Thornhill Deborah Iden and the Moniaive Initiative Kirsty Johnson and Nith Life Malcolm Haddow at SWSEIC, Antoine Lemaire at Alouette Nature Tours, Leah Belford – Wallacehall Academy Nithraid and the Tributaries Project are EcoArt productions

Every Wednesday morning the workshops is in use by The Depot, a local charity that supports displaced people.

An open workshop for anyone who needs access to tools and spares to repair their bike or work to bring an old bike back to life. Get help improving and sharing bike maintenance skills.

Witch Hunt is a thrilling new musical inspired by the Scottish witch trials. When a ruthless King declares war on witches, fear spreads and three women are accused, hunted, and forced to run for their lives. Pursued by a bishop hiding a dangerous secret, they must choose between silence and survival. With nowhere left to turn, the women embrace their forbidden power and uncover the truth behind the lies that threaten to destroy them. Driven by a high-energy electronic dance music score, Witch Hunt is a gripping story of persecution, rebellion, and unity, packed with soaring vocals, explosive choreography, and defiant female power. **Doors open:** 18:30

We warmly welcome fresh faces, so why not come join us. Young or old, there is room for all. You don’t have to be an experienced singer or have sung in a choir before. So what else is worrying you? You don’t read music? Well neither do most of the choir. You are not a really good singer? You don’t need to be; enjoying music, singing and performing is enough, although you will be encouraged to learn your section part, i.e. bass, baritone, 1st or 2nd tenor. Section parts are readily available for members either via our website or on CD to assist learning. Why not come along and try it out for yourself, you will be most welcome. You don’t even need to sing just come for a listen. The choir meet for rehearsal every Wednesday from 7.30 pm to 9.30 pm between September and May, we meet at "St Teresa's Catholic Church and Hall, St Teresas Presbytery, Glasgow St, Dumfries DG2 9DE. Should you require any additional information please contact our Secretary, Tom Millar at Choir@dumfriesmvc.org.uk

Tributaries brought together communities, artists and scientists along the River Nith to explore the river, its tributaries and the life they sustain. Through activities including moth trapping, bat walks, water sampling, birdwatching and species recording, local people worked alongside scientists to observe and learn about the river and the ecological changes taking place around them. These encounters brought together different generations and forms of knowledge, from scientific observation to lived experience of the river. This knowledge and experience became the starting point for creative workshops with textile artist Elizabeth Stephenson in which participants designed and made traditional trade union-style banners reflecting their communities’ particular relationships with the river and its tributaries. The banners joined the Salty Coo procession in this year’s Nithraid in August. The trade union banner is a symbol of solidarity, collective action and the demand for change. Here, we extend that idea beyond the human: could solidarity also be imagined between species, and between human and more-than-human communities? The banners celebrate the river and give visual expression to the interconnected lives that depend upon it. Collective making created space for conversation, skill-sharing and intergenerational learning, offering a practical and creative way to respond to environmental change. Tributaries is an outreach project for Nithraid, Dumfries’s annual river festival and boat race and we would like to continue the project. If you would like information about how to become part of the banner making project please contact: nithriverunion@gmail.com Many thanks to everyone involved in the making and……. Emily McLatchie (Artist – Thornhill workshops) Old School Thornhill Deborah Iden and the Moniaive Initiative Kirsty Johnson and Nith Life Malcolm Haddow at SWSEIC, Antoine Lemaire at Alouette Nature Tours, Leah Belford – Wallacehall Academy Nithraid and the Tributaries Project are EcoArt productions

**The Bard’s Beloved Howff: An Intimate Encounter with Robert Burns** There is a particular kind of magic tucked away within the historic closes of Dumfries, but nowhere does the spirit of Scotland’s National Bard linger more tangibly than at The Globe Inn. First opening its doors in 1610, this atmospheric hostelry was Burns’ cherished sanctuary—his "favourite howff." Within these timber-framed walls, he debated, laughed, raised a glass, and scribed some of the most celebrated poetry in the English-speaking world. On The Globe Inn Classic Tour, history is not merely recited from a distance—it is felt in every floorboard, whisper, and stone. **Step Beyond the Veil of Time** Guided by acclaimed, award-winning storyteller Kathleen Cronie, this 1-hour tour invites you to cross the threshold into Burns’ inner circle. It is an immersive journey that strips away the marble monument to reveal the living, breathing humanity of the poet: **The Poet’s Chair:** Experience the quiet thrill of sitting in the very chair where Burns spent countless evenings holding court, musing on liberty, love, and life. **Verses Etched in Glass:** Lean in to trace the delicate, surviving lines that Burns inscribed with a diamond stylus directly into the original tavern windowpanes—enduring poetic fragments that remain exactly where his hand left them more than 200 years ago. **Vivid Heritage & Artistry:** Marvel at the stunning stained glass that illuminates the Inn’s storied corners, and soak up the rare ambience of rooms that have welcomed poets, locals, and wanderers for over four centuries. Come for the poetry, stay for the spirits of the past, and leave with a profound connection to Scotland’s greatest cultural icon. **Times and tickets** - **11:00** — Classic Burns Tour Child £5, Classic Burns Tour Adult £10, Tri-Site Adult Tour £35, Tri-Site Child Tour £15 - **13:30** — Classic Burns Tour Adult £10, Classic Burns Tour Child £5, Tri-Site Adult Tour £35, Tri-Site Child Tour £15 - **15:00** — Classic Burns Tour Adult £10, Classic Burns Tour Child £5, Tri-Site Adult Tour £35, Tri-Site Child Tour £15

Meet at the Cupcake Cafe for the start of the walk

**JUPITER+NATION DUMFRIES** Growing Pains is a site-specific installation by artist Lindsey Mendick set in an abandoned estate agent's office. Referencing her teenage years, Mendick has transformed the space into a haunting, immersive experience that explores the uncertainty, awkwardness, and societal expectations surrounding adolescence. Assembled on a spiralling desk that references the often cruel loop of teenagehood, Growing Pains features Alice-in-Wonderland-style ceramic dolls' houses that burst open, with teenage figures erupting from within. The work captures the surreal pressures that emerge at the threshold of adulthood, underlining the tension between a yearning for parental acceptance and the simultaneous urge to reject it. Jupiter+Nation is an ambitious off-site programme by Jupiter Artland that brings world class art to high streets across Scotland. Content warning: The supporting documentary film contains strong language, references to suicide, bullying and negative body image that some viewers might find difficult. Young people must be accompanied.

Adapted from Colleen Hoover's best-selling novel, this seductive, psychological thriller follows renowned author Verity Crawford (Anne Hathaway) and Lowen Ashleigh (Dakota Johnson), a struggling writer who relocates to the remote Crawford estate to ghostwrite for Verity.

Join us for a FREE block of sociable rides aimed at beginners and improvers. Discover traffic free routes/commutes locally. Build cycling skills and confidence on and off roads. Bikes / E-Bikes and helmets available to loan or bring your own. Meet on Platform 1 of the railway station. Booking essential and an induction is required for all new participants. [Book here](https://app.onlinesurveys.jisc.ac.uk/s/sustrans/wwct-ibc-dg-expression-of-interest-form-26-27)

Come along to our Junior Youth Group ( 5-10 years) every Monday and Thursday 6pm till 7.30pm at Summerhill. Multi Sports / Supper / Fun / New Friends

As part of this year’s Wild Goose Festival you can join us for three risograph workshops at the Print House exploring storytelling and environmental activism. Our environments are full of stories waiting to be heard. By discussing, imagining, and making together we can listen to what the living world is asking of us during the current mass extinction. Taking our places as stewards and advocates for all the wild things around us we will use the risograph printer to create posters and zines which can share what we learn in the festival hub and beyond. **Event Information** Our workshops are offered on a pay-what-you-can basis. We suggest a standard contribution of £25, but you are welcome to choose the amount that feels manageable for you. No proof of income is required. - **Community Rate – £5** For anyone on a low income, receiving benefits, or experiencing financial difficulty. - **Reduced Rate – £10** For those with a modest income, students, or anyone who needs a little flexibility. - **Standard Rate – £25** Our suggested contribution, helping us cover the cost of running the workshop. - **Supporter Rate – £35** For those who can contribute a little more and help keep workshops affordable for others. No one turned away for lack of funds. If even the community rate is a barrier, please get in touch and we can arrange a free place. This session will take place at Print House, 135-139 High Street, Dumfries **Accessibility Information** The Print House is step-free and located on a single level, with an accessible toilet available on site. The space is compact, so we recommend getting in touch in advance if you’d like to plan your visit. We’re happy to provide photos or video of the space to help you get a sense of the layout before arriving. We are continuing to develop our accessibility and welcome conversations about what would make your visit more comfortable. If you have any specific access requirements, please let us know — we’ll do our best to make adjustments so you can fully take part. **Personalised Assistance:** - If you have any specific access needs, please let us know, and we’ll be happy to accommodate. You can reach us at info@thestove.org or call us at 01387 252435 to speak with a member of our team. **Additional Support Available:** - Walk-throughs of the building can be arranged prior to your visit so you can familiarise yourself with the space. - Reserved Seating can be arranged to ensure comfort and accessibility; please let us know if you would like seating assigned before arrival. We’re committed to making your experience as enjoyable and accessible as possible. Please don’t hesitate to get in touch with any questions or specific requirement

Starring Gene Hackman and Melanie Griffiths in her film debut, Night Moves was written by Scottish screenwriter Alan Sharp. Harry Moseby gets hired on to what seems a standard missing person case but stumbles upon something much more intriguing and sinister. With guest introduction by RBC customer Gerron Stewart.