What's On This Week

ABERDEEN CITY AND SHIRE
What's On This Week (26/7/2010 to 1/8/2010)

Free Mental Health Training Workshops for Carers

Free Mental Health Training Workshops for Carers
From 01 Feb 2010 To 29 Jul 2010
“Anyone of any age who helps a relative, friend or neighbour who cannot manage without support has taken on an unpaid caring role in addition to their existing role”. Is this you?
>> Find Out More About Free Mental Health Training Workshops for Carers
(Theme: Workshops & Courses,)

Lunchtime Talk: Burgess of Guild Today

Lunchtime Talk: Burgess of Guild Today
On 29 Jul 2010
Fred Dalgarno, Dean of Guild. The current Dean of Guild explores the role of the Guildry in the 21st century.
>> Find Out More About Lunchtime Talk: Burgess of Guild Today
(Theme: Heritage,Talks, Lectures & Conferences,)

Summer Storytime

Summer Storytime
On 29 Jul 2010 (Thursday Only)
For children of all ages.
>> Find Out More About Summer Storytime
(Theme: Children & Family-Friendly,Storytelling,)

Space Hop

Space Hop
On 29 Jul 2010 (Thursday Only)
For children age 5 - 12.
>> Find Out More About Space Hop
(Theme: Children & Family-Friendly,Crafts,)

Alien Antics

Alien Antics
On 29 Jul 2010 (Thursday Only)
For children age 5 - 12.
>> Find Out More About Alien Antics
(Theme: Children & Family-Friendly,Crafts,)

Story Time

Story Time
On 29 Jul 2010 (Thursday Only)
For children age 4 - 10.
>> Find Out More About Story Time
(Theme: Children & Family-Friendly,Storytelling,)

Space Mission

Space Mission
On 29 Jul 2010 (Thursday Only)
For children age 7 and over.
>> Find Out More About Space Mission
(Theme: Children & Family-Friendly,)

Home made cards

Home made cards
From 25 Jul 2010 To 29 Jul 2010 (Wednesday Only)
Learn to design and make your own hand-made greetings cards
>> Find Out More About Home made cards
(Theme: Crafts,Workshops & Courses,)

Speed Dating

Speed Dating
On 30 Jul 2010 (Friday Only)
Come and try a new experience, meet amazing people and help raise money for charity.
>> Find Out More About Speed Dating
(Theme: Fundraising,)

Pride and Prejudice

Pride and Prejudice
On 30 Jul 2010 (Friday Only)
The open air theatre company "Illyria" perform their production of "Pride and Prejudice" in the grounds of Drum Castle
>> Find Out More About Pride and Prejudice
(Theme: Children & Family-Friendly,Theatre & Shows,)

Soft furnishings

Soft furnishings
From 16 Jul 2010 To 30 Jul 2010 (Friday Only)
Make curtains, cushions and other furnishings
>> Find Out More About Soft furnishings
(Theme: Crafts,)

Foundation Course Aberdeen

Foundation Course Aberdeen
On 31 Jul 2010 (Saturday Only)
A 2 week course of drama workshops lead by professional and experienced tutors, culminating in a final performance at the newly refurbished Woodend Barn in Banchory.
>> Find Out More About Foundation Course Aberdeen
(Theme: Performing Arts,)

More Tales from The Tolbooth: The Escape of Alexander Keith

More Tales from The Tolbooth: The Escape of Alexander Keith
On 31 Jul 2010
Tartan Day Meet Alexander Keith as he prepares to attempt a dramatic escape from Aberdeen’s Tolbooth in 1638.
>> Find Out More About More Tales from The Tolbooth: The Escape of Alexander Keith
(Theme: Children & Family-Friendly,Heritage,Guided Walks/Tours,Performing Arts,)

Aberdeen's Blitz 21 April 1943

Aberdeen's Blitz 21 April 1943
From 01 Jun 2010 To 31 Jul 2010
An exhibition of images from Grampian Police Force Museum.
>> Find Out More About Aberdeen's Blitz 21 April 1943
(Theme: Education,Exhibitions,Heritage,)

Aberdeen's Tartan Festival

Aberdeen's Tartan Festival
From 31 Jul 2010 To 01 Aug 2010 (Weekend Only)
A weekend celebrating Aberdeen's Tartan Day and Aberdeen International Youth Festival.
>> Find Out More About Aberdeen's Tartan Festival
(Theme: Children & Family-Friendly,Dance,Fairs, Festivals, Galas,Heritage,Music,Performing Arts,Senior Citizens/50+,)

Tent Display

Tent Display
From 03 Apr 2010 To 01 Aug 2010 (Friday, Saturday and Sunday)
An opportunity to view various types and sizes of tents for all seasons. From single to family, there is a tent to suit your needs.
>> Find Out More About Tent Display
(Theme: Children & Family-Friendly,Countryside,Seasonal,Theatre & Shows,)

Granite City Dog Agility Show

Granite City Dog Agility Show
From 31 Jul 2010 To 01 Aug 2010 (Weekend Only)
A dog agility competition organised by the Granite City Dog Agility Club.
>> Find Out More About Granite City Dog Agility Show
(Theme: Children & Family-Friendly,Theatre & Shows,)

Burgesses of Aberdeen

Burgesses of Aberdeen
From 02 Jul 2010 To 01 Aug 2010
An exploration of the sometimes controversial people who have became burgesses of the City of Aberdeen.
>> Find Out More About Burgesses of Aberdeen
(Theme: Exhibitions,)

Turriff Show

Turriff Show
From 01 Aug 2010 To 02 Aug 2010 (Monday and Sunday)
This 2 day show is the largest annual event to be held in Aberdeenshire and is the main shop window for the promotion of agriculture and the food industry in the North East of Scotland.
>> Find Out More About Turriff Show
(Theme: Children & Family-Friendly,Countryside,Markets,Theatre & Shows,)

Space Hop Storytime

Space Hop Storytime
From 05 Jul 2010 To 02 Aug 2010 (Monday Only)
Stories and Rhymes for Age 5 & under
>> Find Out More About Space Hop Storytime
(Theme: Children & Family-Friendly,)

Chinese State Circus

Chinese State Circus
From 13 Jul 2010 To 03 Aug 2010 (Everyday)
A breathtaking fusion of precision acrobatics, Shaolin martial arts, dazzling circus skills, colourful characters from Peking Opera, physical theatre and drama choreographed to an original music score.
>> Find Out More About Chinese State Circus
(Theme: Children & Family-Friendly,Performing Arts,Theatre & Shows,)

Space Hop Storytime

Space Hop Storytime
From 07 Jul 2010 To 04 Aug 2010 (Wednesday Only)
Stories & fun for all ages
>> Find Out More About Space Hop Storytime
(Theme: Children & Family-Friendly,Storytelling,)

Space Storytime & Space activities

Space Storytime & Space activities
From 15 Jul 2010 To 05 Aug 2010 (Thursday Only)
For children age 7 - 12
>> Find Out More About Space Storytime & Space activities
(Theme: Children & Family-Friendly,)

Aberdeen International Youth Festival

Aberdeen International Youth Festival
From 28 Jul 2010 To 07 Aug 2010 (Everyday)
A multi arts festival in Aberdeen and across the North East of Scotland welcoming around 1000 young people from both the UK and around the world
>> Find Out More About Aberdeen International Youth Festival
(Theme: Children & Family-Friendly,Dance,Fairs, Festivals, Galas,Music,Performing Arts,Theatre & Shows,Young People,)

Bookbug Session ( Formerly Bookstart Rhymetime)

Bookbug Session ( Formerly Bookstart Rhymetime)
From 08 Jul 2010 To 12 Aug 2010 (Thursday Only)
For babies and toddlers.
>> Find Out More About Bookbug Session ( Formerly Bookstart Rhymetime)
(Theme: Children & Family-Friendly,Storytelling,)

Free English classes (ESOL) at the University of Aberdeen

Free English classes (ESOL) at the University of Aberdeen
From 20 Jul 2010 To 12 Aug 2010 (Everyday)
The Language Centre at the University of Aberdeen is offering free English classes to speakers of other languages. Four levels are available: elementary, intermediate, upper intermediate and Advanced.
>> Find Out More About Free English classes (ESOL) at the University of Aberdeen
(Theme: Education,)

Citymoves Dancespace Summer Holiday Dance Programme 2010

Citymoves Dancespace Summer Holiday Dance Programme 2010
From 06 Jul 2010 To 13 Aug 2010 (Weekdays Only)
Our summer holiday programme is packed with fun dance activities for all ages.
>> Find Out More About Citymoves Dancespace Summer Holiday Dance Programme 2010
(Theme: Children & Family-Friendly,Dance,Education,Performing Arts,Senior Citizens/50+,Workshops & Courses,Young People,)

Aberdeen Snowsports Centre Summer Activity Camps

Aberdeen Snowsports Centre Summer Activity Camps
From 05 Jul 2010 To 13 Aug 2010 (Weekdays Only)
Fun filled activities to keep your kids happy and healthy all summer long.
>> Find Out More About Aberdeen Snowsports Centre Summer Activity Camps
(Theme: Sport & Games,Young People,)

Deeside Activity Summer Karting League

Deeside Activity Summer Karting League
From 05 Jul 2010 To 16 Aug 2010 (Monday Only)
Deeside Activity Summer Karting League - Come along and try your luck to gain the best lap times of the summer.
>> Find Out More About Deeside Activity Summer Karting League
(Theme: Fairs, Festivals, Galas,)

Bookbug Session ( Formerly Bookstart Rhymetime)

Bookbug Session ( Formerly Bookstart Rhymetime)
From 20 Jul 2010 To 17 Aug 2010 (Tuesday Only)
For babies and toddlers.
>> Find Out More About Bookbug Session ( Formerly Bookstart Rhymetime)
(Theme: Children & Family-Friendly,Storytelling,)

Roger Fenton and Julia Margaret Cameron: Early British Photographs from The Royal Collection

Roger Fenton and Julia Margaret Cameron: Early British Photographs from The Royal Collection
From 12 Jun 2010 To 21 Aug 2010
The Royal Photography collection contains some 400,000 images from the birth of photography to modern times.
>> Find Out More About Roger Fenton and Julia Margaret Cameron: Early British Photographs from The Royal Collection
(Theme: Exhibitions,)

Scottish Country Dancing Summer Socials (RSCDS Aberdeen)

Scottish Country Dancing Summer Socials (RSCDS Aberdeen)
From 05 May 2010 To 25 Aug 2010 (Wednesday Only)
An evening of Scottish Country Dancing led by local teachers with live music
>> Find Out More About Scottish Country Dancing Summer Socials (RSCDS Aberdeen)
(Theme: Dance,)

Bookbug Session ( Formerly Bookstart Rhymetime)

Bookbug Session ( Formerly Bookstart Rhymetime)
From 01 Jul 2010 To 26 Aug 2010 (Thursday Only)
Songs and rhymes for babies and toddlers.
>> Find Out More About Bookbug Session ( Formerly Bookstart Rhymetime)
(Theme: Children & Family-Friendly,)

Alien Library Storytime

Alien Library Storytime
From 12 Jul 2010 To 26 Aug 2010 (Monday Only)
For children age 4+
>> Find Out More About Alien Library Storytime
(Theme: Children & Family-Friendly,Storytelling,)

Summer in the City 2010

Summer in the City 2010
From 01 Jul 2010 To 26 Aug 2010 (Everyday)
Summer is here again and it's time for you to relax and enjoy your holidays. A guide to events in Aberdeen for Children and Young people. This guide is full of great activities for you and your friends to enjoy!
>> Find Out More About Summer in the City 2010
(Theme: Children & Family-Friendly,)

Creative Kids

Creative Kids
From 03 Jul 2010 To 28 Aug 2010 (Saturday Only)
Take the kids along to be thoroughly entertained for free every Saturday!
>> Find Out More About Creative Kids
(Theme: Children & Family-Friendly,Crafts,)

Bee Inspired: The Influence of Bill Gibb

Bee Inspired: The Influence of Bill Gibb
From 26 Jun 2010 To 28 Aug 2010
Using the Bill Gibb archive as a source for inspiration, Fashion and Textile Design students from Gray’s School of Art have created fabric and garments for this exhibition. Their designs will be showcased alongside Gibb’s own creations.
>> Find Out More About Bee Inspired: The Influence of Bill Gibb
(Theme: Exhibitions,)

Back to basics sewing

Back to basics sewing
From 28 Jul 2010 To 01 Sep 2010 (Wednesday Only)
Sewing for beginners or learners
>> Find Out More About Back to basics sewing
(Theme: Crafts,Workshops & Courses,)

Back to basics sewing

Back to basics sewing
From 29 Jul 2010 To 02 Sep 2010 (Thursday Only)
Sewing for beginners or learners
>> Find Out More About Back to basics sewing
(Theme: Crafts,Workshops & Courses,)

Sophie Ingleby Known/Unknown

Sophie Ingleby Known/Unknown
From 31 Jul 2010 To 04 Sep 2010
Using selected works by the society painter Philip de László, this photographic exhibition considers the legacy of a portrait.
>> Find Out More About Sophie Ingleby Known/Unknown
(Theme: Exhibitions,)

North Sea Passenger Lines: An Exhibition from the Association of North Sea Cities

North Sea Passenger Lines: An Exhibition from the Association of North Sea Cities
From 03 Jul 2010 To 26 Sep 2010
For centuries ships have connected the countries and people around the North Sea bringing cargo and passengers from one place to the other.
>> Find Out More About North Sea Passenger Lines: An Exhibition from the Association of North Sea Cities
(Theme: Exhibitions,)

Marine Stamps

Marine Stamps
From 17 Jul 2010 To 14 Nov 2010
Postage stamps commemorate a vast array of maritime subjects from clippers ships to oil rigs. This display from members of the Aberdeen Philatelic Society marks the centenary of the Society.
>> Find Out More About Marine Stamps
(Theme: Exhibitions,)

Practical gardening for food

Practical gardening for food
From 12 Jul 2010 To 23 Nov 2010 (Tuesday and Thursday)
Come and find out how to grow fruit and veg
>> Find Out More About Practical gardening for food
(Theme: Environment,Workshops & Courses,)

Ethical gardening

Ethical gardening
From 12 Jul 2010 To 30 Nov 2010 (Tuesday and Thursday)
A new addition to our classes. Come and find out how to grow fruit and veg on permaculture principles
>> Find Out More About Ethical gardening
(Theme: Environment,Workshops & Courses,)

Beach Litter Survey and Clean Up

Beach Litter Survey and Clean Up
From 20 Mar 2010 To 11 Dec 2010 (Saturday Only)
Part of the UK charity Marine Conservation Society's Adopt a Beach programme. Now in our 6th Year.
>> Find Out More About Beach Litter Survey and Clean Up
(Theme: Children & Family-Friendly,Countryside,Environment,Senior Citizens/50+,Young People,)

Aberdeen Country Fair

Aberdeen Country Fair
From 27 Feb 2010 To 18 Dec 2010 (Saturday Only)
Come and visit Aberdeen's Country Fair in the heart of the City. Every last Saturday of the month.
>> Find Out More About Aberdeen Country Fair
(Theme: Countryside,Crafts,Fairs, Festivals, Galas,Markets,)

Stand Up Comedy Club

Stand Up Comedy Club
From 14 Feb 2010 To 14 Feb 2011 (Sunday Only)
Breakneck Comedy presents the best live Stand Up Comedy Club in Scotland and it’s right here in Aberdeen!
>> Find Out More About Stand Up Comedy Club
(Theme: Performing Arts,Storytelling,Theatre & Shows,)

Collected: Past Present Future

Collected: Past Present Future
From 20 Mar 2010 To 06 Jun 2011
A celebration of the Applied Art collection and the people who made it possible through kind gifts, bequests and financial support.
>> Find Out More About Collected: Past Present Future
(Theme: Exhibitions,)