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**This November, The Stove Cafe welcomes artist Andrew Nichol to share a collection of paintings created over the past 12 months during a pro-longed hospital stay.** **Exhibition \| Flow State by Andrew Nichol** Focusing on experimentation, mark-making and the expressive quality of the paint, Andrew has created a huge body of work over the course of a year, working on several paintings each evening. His quick and immediate way of creating has inspired us to reflect on the process of creativity and ‘getting into the flow’. The best way to make art is to start! Join Andrew and some of the Stove team on Tuesday 3rd November for an open creative café session where, as part of the exhibition programme, Andrew will be sharing some of his techniques and we’ll be exploring a playful and immediate way of creating together. The café will be open later for this event, and all materials are provided. **Accessibility Information** **Access to the Building** Level Access is available at the rear of the building through the adjacent close located to the left-hand side of the Café (when facing the front of the building). **Hearing Loop** We have a hearing loop system installed in the café to support individuals using hearing aids or cochlear implants. **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, as well as reserved seating can be arranged to ensure comfort and accessibility; please let us know if you would like seating assigned before arrival.

A free weekly timed event for fun.

This exhibition features work in a variety of printmaking techniques including screenprint, etching, collagraph, relief print and cyanotype created by members of Southwest Scotland Printmakers. This volunteer-led printmaking cooperative fosters a vibrant community of artists, promotes printmaking as an art form, and helps provide access to quality printmaking facilities and resources, including the print studio at Gracefield. With 30 members taking part for this year’s winter show, there’s a wealth of talent in this selling exhibition. Offering the chance to buy framed work off the wall, unframed editions from browsers, and printed multiples such as Christmas cards, bookmarks and textiles.

Based on the bestselling novel from Nobel Prize-winner Kazuo Ishiguro and directed by Taika Waititi (Jojo Rabbit), Klara and the Sun introduces Klara (Jenna Ortega), an Artificial Friend who wants nothing more than to find the perfect home. When Klara meets Josie (Mia Tharia), each immediately senses a kindred spirit in the other.

**Ever since the French revolution there has developed a vicious, cretinizing tendency to consider a genius (apart from his work) as a human being more or less the same in every sense as other ordinary mortals. This is wrong. And if this is wrong for me, the genius of the greatest spiritual order or our day, a true modern genius, it is even more wrong when applied to those who incarnated the almost divine genius of the Renaissance, such as Raphael.** Salvador Dalí, *Diary of a Genius* (1964) Raphael’s is one of the most famous names in art history, and until the late 19th century to emulate him was the goal for most artists succeeding him. Yet today he is not as well known as this might suggest. Is this because his biography is less dramatic than Caravaggio’s? or his career less tormented than Michelangelo’s? or is it because his qualities are difficult to define – the elusive qualities of grace, harmony and idealised beauty. This lecture asks “what is the magic of Raphael?” It takes a fresh look at Raphael, exploring what he achieved, and looking, as if for the first time, at the beauty and grace of his work. It will examine his astonishing ability to grow and transform himself over the years of his career, and whose tragically early death leaves us wondering – had he lived, what would have come next? **Dr Chantal Brotherton Ratcliff** studied the History of Art at Edinburgh University and gained her PhD from the Warburg Institute, London University. With 40 years’ experience as a lecturer, Chantal has taught at Sotheby’s Institute of Art on the MA in Fine and Decorative Arts since 1989, and as a freelance lecturer for a number of societies and institutions in London, including the National Gallery and the Wallace Collection. Having also trained as a paintings conservator, she brings an understanding of the making and the physical painting to her lectures and study sessions. Guests are warmly welcomed at lectures, in person or online. Guest tickets are £10 and are available on the door, on the [TASDAG](http://www.tasdag.org.uk/) website or at [Midsteeple Box Office](http://www.dgboxoffice.co.uk/). **Tickets** - £10 – guest tickets

Meet at the Easterbrook Hall car park.

Bring your family along on Tuesday for a night focused on engaging your children in board games

A powerful and deeply moving film portraying the uncovering of a shocking scandal and one woman's fight for justice. In rural Ireland, amateur historian Catherine Corless begins researching a former institution for unmarried mothers and their children. Based on a true story.

Based on the bestselling novel from Nobel Prize-winner Kazuo Ishiguro and directed by Taika Waititi (Jojo Rabbit), Klara and the Sun introduces Klara (Jenna Ortega), an Artificial Friend who wants nothing more than to find the perfect home. When Klara meets Josie (Mia Tharia), each immediately senses a kindred spirit in the other.

**This November, The Stove Cafe welcomes artist Andrew Nichol to share a collection of paintings created over the past 12 months during a pro-longed hospital stay.** **Exhibition \| Flow State by Andrew Nichol** Focusing on experimentation, mark-making and the expressive quality of the paint, Andrew has created a huge body of work over the course of a year, working on several paintings each evening. His quick and immediate way of creating has inspired us to reflect on the process of creativity and ‘getting into the flow’. The best way to make art is to start! Join Andrew and some of the Stove team on Tuesday 3rd November for an open creative café session where, as part of the exhibition programme, Andrew will be sharing some of his techniques and we’ll be exploring a playful and immediate way of creating together. The café will be open later for this event, and all materials are provided. **Accessibility Information** **Access to the Building** Level Access is available at the rear of the building through the adjacent close located to the left-hand side of the Café (when facing the front of the building). **Hearing Loop** We have a hearing loop system installed in the café to support individuals using hearing aids or cochlear implants. **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, as well as reserved seating can be arranged to ensure comfort and accessibility; please let us know if you would like seating assigned before arrival.

A free weekly timed event for fun.

This exhibition features work in a variety of printmaking techniques including screenprint, etching, collagraph, relief print and cyanotype created by members of Southwest Scotland Printmakers. This volunteer-led printmaking cooperative fosters a vibrant community of artists, promotes printmaking as an art form, and helps provide access to quality printmaking facilities and resources, including the print studio at Gracefield. With 30 members taking part for this year’s winter show, there’s a wealth of talent in this selling exhibition. Offering the chance to buy framed work off the wall, unframed editions from browsers, and printed multiples such as Christmas cards, bookmarks and textiles.

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.

Low mobility walks which start from Summerhill Community Centre. They include a short 20 minute walk and 10-15 minutes of strength and balance exercises. These walks are suitable for people who walk at a slower pace or perhaps use walking aids. The exercises are important for improving strength, balance, stamina, flexibility and can help prevent falls.

La Maison invites you to an evening of discounts, free raffle, bubbly and nibbles.

A powerful and deeply moving film portraying the uncovering of a shocking scandal and one woman's fight for justice. In rural Ireland, amateur historian Catherine Corless begins researching a former institution for unmarried mothers and their children. Based on a true story.

**Join us for a special Queer Print Club session exploring the colourful, experimental world of risograph printing. From activist posters and queer zines to bold graphic prints, we’ll explore how print can be a powerful tool for self-expression, storytelling and creative activism.** **Risograph Workshop \| Queer Print Club** Get hands-on with the Riso process, experimenting with colour, layering, collage and design to turn your ideas into printed creations to take home. Whether you’ve got something to say, a story to share or simply fancy trying something new, come along and get printing! No experience necessary – just bring yourself, your ideas and a willingness to experiment. Created with Dumfries & Galloway’s LGBTQ+ community in mind, Queer Print Club is a welcoming space to meet others, share ideas and celebrate queer creativity. Whether you’re queer, questioning or an ally, you’re welcome. **What is Risograph Printing?** Risograph (or ‘Riso’) is a wonderfully unpredictable printing process somewhere between screen printing and photocopying. Using vibrant soy-based inks, colours are printed in layers to create bold, textured and brilliantly imperfect results. Think bright colours, unexpected overlaps and happy accidents! Riso is perfect for making posters, zines, comics and art prints, and is loved by artists, independent publishers and activists for its distinctive DIY aesthetic. It’s a little bit messy, a little bit magical, and a whole lot of fun. **Important Information** - All materials are provided. No previous experience needed - Spaces are limited and offered on a first-come, first-served basis - Suitable for ages 14+ - If you book a space but can no longer attend, please let us know so we can offer it to someone else. **Free Event**. Booking Required **Accessibility Information** **Access to the Building** 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 **Event Navigation** -

Meet at the Suspension Bridge car park on the Whitesands for a welcoming group walk.

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

A powerful and deeply moving film portraying the uncovering of a shocking scandal and one woman's fight for justice. In rural Ireland, amateur historian Catherine Corless begins researching a former institution for unmarried mothers and their children. Based on a true story.

Based on the bestselling novel from Nobel Prize-winner Kazuo Ishiguro and directed by Taika Waititi (Jojo Rabbit), Klara and the Sun introduces Klara (Jenna Ortega), an Artificial Friend who wants nothing more than to find the perfect home. When Klara meets Josie (Mia Tharia), each immediately senses a kindred spirit in the other.