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Aberdeen International Street Market
Date Location
Street market with over 70 stalls selling produce from all over Europe.
16 May–18 May 11.00am Union Terrace Gardens, Aberdeen
Badger Watch Safari
Date Location
Travel by Land Rover with an experienced ranger to wait for badgers to emerge from their sett.
15 May–30 Jun 6.00–8.30 Safari Lodge, Aberfeldy
Bailies of Bennachie - Doric Night
Date Location
An evening of ballads, poems and music celebrating Doric culture. Booking essential.
16 May 7.30–9.30 Bennachie Centre, By Inverurie
Balmoral Public Opening
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The gates open for the 2008 open season at Balmoral on the 29th March, with a display by the North East Falconry Centre. Throughout the summer, games, gardens and exhibitions will be open to the public.
29 Mar–31 Jul 10.00am–5.00 Balmoral Estate, Ballater
Ben Macdui Guided Walk
Date Location
Strenuous full-day ranger-guided climb to the summit of Scotland's second highest mountain.
16 May 9.00am Cairngorm Mountain Ranger Base, Aviemore
Bistro Cookery with Beatrice
Date Location
Learn how to cook regional bistro style food with Beatrice. Enjoy a three course lunch at the end of each class.
29 Apr–19 May 10.00am–1.00 Woodend Barn Arts Centre, Banchory
Brass Band Exhibition
Date Location
Let the Kirkcaldy Museum whisk you down memory lane with this display of instruments and photographs to celebrate the Scottish Brass Band Championship, this year being staged in Glenrothes.
8 Mar–23 Aug 10.30am–5.00; Sun 2.00–5.00 Kirkcaldy Museum and Art Gallery, Kirkcaldy
Celebrity Up Close and Personal
Date Location
A chance to see some iconic items from film and music, bringing together the likes of Chuck Berry's guitar and one of Marilyn Monroe's evening gowns.
24 Apr–15 Jun Paisley Museum & Art Gallery, Paisley
A Chinese Traveller in Edinburgh
Date Location
Composer and musician Kimho Ip combines Chinese music, spoken word and calligraphy. 'Part of Through Stranger Eyes: Stories of Travel'.
16 May 7.30 Scottish Storytelling Centre, Edinburgh
Classify
Date Location
New interactive exhibition which explores the ways in which nature classification supports science and conservation.
21 Mar–18 May 10.30am–5.30 Benmore Botanic Garden, Argyll
Dark Sea and Red Sail
Date Location
New exhibition by Scottish colourist John Duncan Fergusson, showcasing his seascapes and beach scenes, as well as works inspired by his visits to the South of France shortly after World War I.
1 Sep 2007–24 May Fergusson Gallery, Perth
Dawn Patrol Safari
Date Location
Early morning Land Rover Safari to find out what's out and about just as dawn breaks.
1 May–30 Jun 6.00–8.30am Safari Lodge, Aberfeldy
Deeper than Light: An international exhibition of life on the Mid-Atlantic Ridge
Date Location
Take an imaginary trip to the volcanic mountain range miles under the sea with this exhibition of photographs, specimens and audiovisuals. Based on the work of the international research project MAR-ECO and produced by the Bergen Museum.
29 Mar–2 Aug, not Sundays 10.00am–5.00 Aberdeen Maritime Museum, Aberdeen
Extremes: Life in Subarctic Canada
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A collection of objects collected by Scottish fur traders in the 1850s and 60s from the tribes living in the Canadian subarctic, and further objects purchased recently.
16 May–5 Oct 10.00am–5.00 National Museum of Scotland, Edinburgh
Falkirk Wheel Spring/Summer Season
Date Location
The start of the spring and summer season at the Falkirk Wheel will be welcomed with extended opening hours. Experience the thrill of the incredible structure which is capable of lifting the weight of 100 African elephants and has the capacity to carry eight boats at a time. With interactive displays, boat trips and picnic facilities available.
31 Mar–31 Jul 9.30am–6.00 The Falkirk Wheel, Falkirk
Ferocious and Feathered!
Date Location
Find out what a tyrannosaurus and a magpie have in common, in this exhibition about dinosaurs and seabirds and how they have evolved. Free with admission to the Seabird Centre.
8 Mar–1 Jun 10.00am–6.00 Scottish Seabird Centre, North Berwick
Films from the Empire Exhibition
Date Location
To mark the 70th anniversary of the 1938 Empire Exhibition The Lighthouse and Scottish Screen Archive will present a selection of rare documentary and amateur films, recording the exhibition and its place in Glasgow's cultural history.
22 Apr–24 Jun The Lighthouse, Glasgow
500 Years of Printing
Date Location
Horticultural and natural history books printed in Scotland, including what is believed to be the first 'horticultural' text: 'Hortus Medicus Edinburgensis' (1683).
6 May–30 Jun Mon–Fri 10.00am–4.30 Royal Botanic Garden (Library Foyer), Edinburgh
Garden Guides Daily Afternoon Tours
Date Location
Daily tours with the benefit of an experienced guide's wisdom. Tickets available from the Botanics Shop, Palm House Reception Desk or East and North Gates.
1 May–30 Sep 2.00–3.00 Royal Botanic Garden, Edinburgh
Garden Guides Daily Morning Tours
Date Location
Daily tours with the benefit of an experienced guide's wisdom. Tickets available from the Botanics Shop, Palm House Reception Desk or East and North Gates.
1 May–30 Sep 11.00am–12.00 Royal Botanic Garden, Edinburgh
GCF Quizarama Night
Date Location
A unique and friendly quiz experience with cash winnings, spot prizes and the amazing Hi-Lo cash challenge.
6 Jan–28 Sep 8.30–11.30 The Dog House Lounge, Balloch
Glasgow Arts Circle
Date Location
Group that meets outside Cafe Nero every Friday to write, draw, collaborate and share ideas. For writers, artists, photographers and other arty types. No membership required. Call 07972 521201 for more information.
Fridays 3.15 George Square, Glasgow
GSA Silversmithing and Jewellery
Date Location
Two exhibitions including silversmithing and jewellery from GSA's years 2 and 3, followed by work produced by the department's artists in residence.
29 Apr–24 May 10.00am–1.00 Glasgow School of Art, Glasgow
Hawick Farmers Market
Date Location
A tasty selection of farmers delights.
16 May 10.00am–2.00 Civic Space, Hawick
Hip Knits
Date Location
A collection of knitted items ranging from your granny's Fair Isle sweaters to modern day masterpieces in wool.
21 Mar–31 Oct 10.00am–5.00 National Museum of Costume, Dumfries
In a Different Light
Date Location
An exhibition of new works exploring short phrases, comprising hand-bound books, cards and screen-prints from Julie Johnstone's Essence Press imprint.
19 Apr–19 Jul, not Sundays Mon–Fri 11.00am–6.00; Sat 1.00–5.00 Scottish Poetry Library, Edinburgh
It Didn't Happen Here
Date Location
Exhibition examining Edinburgh's links with the slave trade.
13 Jul 2007–30 Nov Museum of Edinburgh, Edinburgh
John Hutton Balfour (1808-1884)
Date Location
A bicentenary exhibition celebrating one of the gardens' Regius Keepers and featuring botanical teaching diagrams and models.
3 May–6 Jul Tue–Sun 10.00am–5.30 Royal Botanic Garden (Inverleith House), Edinburgh
Kart Grand Prix
Date Location
Experience a competitive race event in 200cc karts on Scotland's largest indoor circuit. Equipment, instruction, practice laps, several heat rales, and a grand final for the top driver all included. On every Saturday afternoon.
1 May–30 Sep 12.00–6.00 Scotkart Indoor Kart Racing, Clydebank
Local Heroes: The Art of the Graphic Novel
Date Location
Zap! Klang! Pow! Holy comic book exhibitions, Batman, it's a range of artwork and writing by Alan Moore, Art Speigelman, Frank Miller, Alan Grant, Cam Kennedy and Grant Morrison showing the Scottish influence on the maturation of the graphic novel form over the last 40 years, with 'The Broons', Marvel comics, 'Tintin' and Japanese Manga represented.
4 Apr–1 Jun Mon–Fri 10.00am–8.00; Sat 10.00am–5.00; Sun 2.00–5.00 National Library of Scotland, Edinburgh
The Local Word and Image: 500 Years of Printing in Scotland
Date Location
Exhibition tracing the development of printing in the city from 1622, through the publication of the first newspaper in Scotland and into the 19th century when Aberdeen was a major printing centre.
17 Nov 2007–1 Nov Provost Skene's House, Aberdeen
Murder Mystery Evening at Kellie Castle
Date Location
Plenty of wine and cheese will get you in the mood for murder at this fun evening at Kellie Castle.
16 May 7.00–9.00 Kellie Castle, Fife
Museum on the Mound
Date Location
Smell the colour of money at this exhibition where you can see what a million pounds looks like, discover Scotland's oldest banknote and have a go at cracking a safe.
19 Mar–30 Jun Tue–Fri 10.00am–5.00; Sat & Sun 1.00–5.00 Museum On The Mound, Edinburgh
My Ladye Nevells Booke
Date Location
After surviving five centuries in its original ornate binding, the beautiful music manuscript of 'My ladye Nevells Booke' will be on display at the Aberdeen Art Gallery. Containing 42 pieces for keyboard by composer William Byrd, this musical dinosaur commands respect.
10 May–2 Aug 10.00am–5.00; Sun 10.00am–2.00 Aberdeen Art Gallery, Aberdeen
Orkney in the 12th Century: Earl Rognavald and his Earldom
Date Location
Using experts in the fields of archaeology, history and literature, an intriguing slice of Norse earldom life has been pieced together for this exhibition.
1 Apr–30 Sep Mon–Sat 10.30am–5.00 Orkney Museum, Kirkwall
Read Gall About It
Date Location
Exhibition of the work of Glasgow artist Willie Gall from the 'Evening Times'.
2 Apr–31 May Mitchell Library, Glasgow
Rival Voices: History of the Aberdeen Press
Date Location
An exhibition detailing the history of the Aberdeen Press which acknowledges both Scottish Local History Week and the commemoration of 500 years of Scottish Printing.
22 Apr–31 May Fri–Sat 9.00am–5.00 Aberdeen Central Library, Aberdeen
RSPB Loch Garten Osprey Centre
Date Location
The centre which overlooks the famous nesting ospreys is open for the summer months. Binoculars, telescopes, camera systems and enthusiastic members of staff will be available to help make your visit more enjoyable.
1 Apr–7 Sep 10.00am–6.00 RSPB Loch Garten Osprey Centre, by Boat of Garten
Science v Supernatural
Date Location
A history tour of the museum followed by paranormal investigations, scientific and otherwise, until approximately 5am. 'Part of Mary King's Ghost Fest'.
16 May 11.00–5.00am Scottish Mining Museum, Newtongrange
A Scots Helicon: Portraits of Nine Contemporary Scottish Women Writers
Date Location
Inspired by Mount Helicon, the mythical home of the nine muses, this new Writers' Museum exhibition features portraits of nine contemporary Scottish women writers: Kate Atkinson, Helen Dunwoodie, Margaret Elphinstone, AL Kennedy, Joan Lingard, Val McDermid, Denise Mina, Dilys Rose and Louise Welsh. All by Edinburgh-based artist Anna Caro.
12 Apr–12 Jul Mon–Sat 10.00am–5.00 Writers' Museum, Edinburgh
Scottish Kennel Club Championship Show
Date Location
Championship dog show featuring the country's finest bred dogs.
16 May–18 May 9.00am–5.30 Royal Highland Centre, Edinburgh
Scottish Potters
Date Location
An exhibition ofcontemporary ceramics from some of Scotland's finest potters.
10 May–13 Jul, not Mondays 10.00am–5.00; Sat 10.30am–5.00; Sun 2.00–5.00 Stirling Smith Art Gallery and Museum, Stirling
The Secret Life of Lichens
Date Location
Exhibition exploring the uses of lichens, from dyes and perfumes to cures for cancer.
29 Mar–8 Jun Kirkcaldy Museum and Art Gallery, Kirkcaldy
Spring Forth
Date Location
A woodland walk to see the new buds of spring.
15 May–26 May 11.00am–1.00 Weem Forest
Stirrup Pumps and Siren Suits: Everyday Life on the Home Front
Date Location
Using objects, images and oral history extracts, this exhibition examines how the war changed almost every aspect of daily life. Find out about rationing, the blackout, air raids, civil defence units and how the war affected women and children.
1 Apr–30 Sep 12.00–5.00 Laing Museum, Newburgh
Tea Dance
Date Location
Weekly tea dances with some old time classics. An excellent opportunity to practise ballroom, sequence and ceilidh dances.
Fridays 1.00–3.00 Whifflet Community Centre, Coatbridge
Themeworld
Date Location
Highlights from the Glasgow Thematic Society's masses collections of stamps and covers.
6 May–31 May Mitchell Library, Glasgow
Used Bookshop
Date Location
A large book sale of used and nearly new books. All very reasonably priced at either 50p or £1. Proceeds will go towards conservation work at the property and book donations are welcome.
21 Mar–31 Oct 10.00am–5.00 Gladstone's Land, Edinburgh
Viewpoint: Presenting the Past, Projecting the Future
Date Location
Residents of the Callendar Park High Flats explore their Falkirk lives past, present and future.
5 Apr–15 Jun 10.00am–5.00; Sun 2.00–5.00 Callendar House, Falkirk
Waterways to Motorways
Date Location
Interactive exhibition looking at the history of transport in Renfrewshire.
9 May–8 Jun Paisley Museum & Art Gallery, Paisley
Workin' Lassies: 60 Years of Women's Work
Date Location
Over 60 women in the region recorded memories of their working lives to form a celebration of their achievements through interviews, photographs and film.
16 May 2007–23 Jun Mon–Sat 11.00am–4.00 Annan Museum, Annan
Your Ocean
Date Location
A travelling exhibition from The National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London.
5 Apr–1 Jun 10.00am–4.00 The Tall Ship at Glasgow Harbour, Glasgow

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