What's On Summer 2016

WHAT’S

ON in the Scottish Borders

DRUM ROLL PLEASE

From music to Metafit, tennis to talks... all you need to live life to the full this Summer

SUMMER 2016 FREE

Culture l Heritage l Theatre l Sport l Art Music l Film l Exhibitions l Dance l Drama

www.familiesfife.co.uk • editor@familiesfife.co.uk • 07881 Registration No SC243577 | Regist ered 827 Chari ty 627 No SCO342 27 www.liveborders.org.uk

WELCOME Live Leisure, Live Culture, Live Sport Welcome to the bumper-packed first edition of the new What’s On magazine from Live Borders, your ultimate guide to art, culture, leisure and sport in the Scottish Borders this summer.

Live Borders (formerly Borders Sport and Leisure Trust) was launched back in April, following an agreement with the Scottish Borders Council to combine sport, leisure and cultural services under one company, Live Borders.

The What’s On magazine has been given a vibrant refresh and a new compact size that we hope readers will find easier to navigate. If you are picking up a copy for the first time, then you will not be disappointed with the range of things to see and do across the Borders.

Blooms Exhibition Tweeddale Museum and Gallery, Peebles.

See page 31

In this edition, we welcome the

return of the hugely popular Borders Book Festival (pages 4-5), which is back again with another bumper line up. You can keep everyone entertained with the dedicated Summer Family Fun section (pages 6-23), which is jammed full of ideas and events to keep kids and big kids, busy over the holidays.

For those craving a fitness fix, you’ll find the latest classes and sporting camps to keep you occupied. The guide is also bursting with hundreds of wonderful exhibitions, arts and crafts events, museum events and much more to inspire you over the summer period.

The listings section has been expanded to include even more categories of events. You’ll find a comprehensive listing of the latest music, literature, crafts, sports, workshops, exhibitions, drama, talks, walks, film and festival events taking place over the coming months.

We hope you enjoy the issue.

Arts & Creativity Team

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What’s On Summer 2016

For more information on Live Borders visit: www.liveborders.org.uk

CONTACT US Listings are open to a wide variety of organisations. If your event hasn’t appeared in this What’s On, and you have something you want to include in a future issue, please get in touch.

ENTRIES ARE FREE and this publication is distributed all around the Borders.

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Submitting your event entry Simply tell us...

• Event day, date and start time • Event name • Description (30 words max) • Venue • Admission prices • Enquiries name and contact details for the event • Organiser / organisation • Ticket outlets and availability For a data entry template, email:

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Arts Development, St Mary’s Mill, Level Crossing Road, Selkirk TD7 5EW Next issue: Autumn 2016 (September/October/November)

Entry deadline: 7 July 2016 Front cover: 17 June, 5.45 – 7.15pm Sounds of Science with Evelyn Glennie, Jill Jarman and Christopher Lloyd, Borders Book Festival, Harmony Garden, Melrose. £20. T: 0844 357 1060 www.bordersbookfestival.org Supported by Borders LIVE Touring Photograph: ©Philipp Rathmer A triangle beside a listing entry denotes a Live Borders organised activity

SUMMER FAMILY FUN BORDERS LIVE TOURING WHAT’S ON LISTINGS Current Exhibitions June July August

REGULAR EVENTS LIVE BORDERS MUSEUMS MUSEUMS, CASTLES & HISTORIC PROPERTIES GALLERIES GARDENS

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Editorial Disclaimer: Whilst we take every care to ensure details are correct, Live Borders cannot hold any responsibility for editorial errors from information received from third-parties.

Where dates and times are printed they are correct at the time of publication and may be subject to change. We strongly advise that you check in advance if you are making a special journey to a venue/event just in case arrangements have to change due to unforeseen circumstances.

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Thursday 16 June 5.30pm

Phoebe Smith: Wanderlust

5.45pm

Savour: Salads for All Seasons

5.45pm - 6.15pm

SCottiSh oPerA: A Little Bit of Figaro

6.00pm

James Naughtie and today's Yesterdays

£12, £10 £10, £8 £10, £8 £14, £12

6.00pm

Scottish Borders Folk tales

6.45pm - 7.15pm

SCottiSh oPerA: A Little Bit of Figaro

7.15pm

Chris Brookmyre

7.15pm

Amy Liptrot

£10, £8

7.30pm

Nick Clegg

£14, £12

7.30pm

Allan Massie

8.00pm - 8.30pm

SCottiSh oPerA: A Little Bit of Mikado

8.45pm

Matt ridley

£12, £10

9.00pm

An evening with rory Bremner

£14, £12

9.00pm - 10.15pm

Music: huradal & the Lost Architect

£8, £6 £10, £8 £12, £10

£10, £8 £10, £8

£10

Friday 17 June

Sara Pascoe

A wonderful four days of talks, discussions, food & drink, live music, comedy and more for all the family Jonathan Dimbleby

Hollie McNish

Rory Bremner

Nick Clegg

Phill Jupitus

Jay Rayner Mike Rutherford

2.00pm - 4.00pm

tradBeats Workshops

FREE

2.00pm - 5.15pm

Borders Youth theatre@Work

FREE

2.15pm - 3.45pm

road to rio Creative Writing Workshop

FREE

2.30pm - 5.30pm

VoMo tV - Web tV in Action

FREE

4.15pm

Poetry Workshop

FREE

4.30pm

PC Brown & Gavin hastings:

5.45pm - 7.15pm

Sounds of Science with evelyn Glennie

5.45pm - 6.15pm

SCottiSh oPerA: A Little Bit of Mikado

6.00pm

Chris McGrath: Mr Darley's Arabian

£12, £10

6.00pm

Michael Forsyth

£12, £10

6.00pm

hollie McNish - Nobody told Me

6.45pm - 7.15pm

SCottiSh oPerA: A Little Bit of Mikado

7.45pm

Kathy Lette

£10 £20 £10, £8

£10, £8 £10, £8 £12, £10

7.45pm

Play: Memories of a Lullaby

7.45pm

ian McGuire - the North Water

8.00pm

Mike rutherford

8.00pm - 8.30pm

SCottiSh oPerA: A Little Bit of Figaro

9.30pm

evelyn Glennie with Kirsty Wark

£14, £12

9.30pm

isabel oakeshott - Call Me Dave

£12, £10

9.30pm - 10.45pm

Cera impala and the New Prohibition

£10 £8, £6 £14, £12 £10, £8

£10

For more details on our family events see the kids’ secton of What’s On.

Saturday 18 June

Sunday 19 June

10.30am

Story of Life on earth with Christopher Lloyd

£5

12.00pm - 1.30pm

Jazz on a Sunday Afternoon

10.30am

Debi Gliori

£5

12.00pm

Nine Authors, Nine Books

11.00am

BBC radio 4 Bookclub

FREE

12.00pm - 4.00pm

Abbotsford Knight School

11.00am - 4.00pm

Abbotsford Knight School

FREE

12.15pm

Gorilla Loves Vanilla with Chae Strathie

£5

12.00pm

how to train Your Dragon

£5

12.30pm

Michael Morpurgo - Private Peaceful

£5

1.00pm - 1.30pm

SCottiSh oPerA: A Little Bit of Northern Light

1.00pm - 2.30pm

Colouring in at Melrose

1.45pm

heather McGregor & Merryn Somerset Webb

1.45pm

A Puppy's tale with Alan Windram

2.00pm

Jay rayner: My Dining hell

12.00pm - 12.30pmBookbug

rhyme Session

FREE

12.15pm

A.A. Gill

12.15pm

Mac and Bob - Music and Mayhem

£5

12.30pm

When in the World?

£5

1.00pm - 1.30pm

Bookbug rhyme Session

£12, £10

FREE

£12 £6 FREE

£5

Kirsty Wark, Sally Magnusson & Lisa highton

£14, £12

1.45pm

Alistair Moffat with Gordon Brown

£12, £10

2.00pm

Allan Burnett – Celts versus Vikings

1.45pm

Magic of Maths with Kjartan Poskitt

£5

2.15pm - 2.45pm

SCottiSh oPerA: A Little Bit of Northern Light

2.00pm

Blackbird, Blackbird with Kate McLelland

£5

3.00pm - 3.30pm

Storytime

£5

2.00pm - 2.30pm

Storytime

FREE

3.15pm

Julius Zebra with Gary Northfield

outdoor performance: Not to Scale

FREE

3.15pm

the Children's Garden

3.00pm

Albert roux

£14, £12

3.30pm

Jame Naughtie - the American Primaries

FREE

Colouring in at Melrose Walter Scott Prize Shortlist

3.15pm

£5 £5

3.30pm

Sumayya Usmani

£10, £8

4.00pm - 4.30pm

Storytime

Captain Crankie with Vivian French

£5

4.00pm - 4.30pm

SCottiSh oPerA: A Little Bit of Figaro

3.30pm

the Jungle Book with ian Beck

£5

4.45pm

tom Devine

4.30pm

Gordon Brown

£14, £12

4.45pm

Duchess of rutland: Capability Brown

4.30pm - 5.00pm

SCottiSh oPerA: A Little Bit of Figaro

£10, £8

5.00pm

Phill Jupitus

4.45pm

Jo Marchant - Cure

£12, £10

5.00pm

Patrick Gale

4.45pm

Graham robb

£10, £8

6.15pm

Gervase Phinn

5.00pm

Joyce McMillan - theatre in Scotland

£8, £6

6.15pm

SCottiSh oPerA: A Little Bit of Figaro

James Crawford

5.30pm - 6.00pm

£10, £8

6.15pm - 7.00pm

Walter Scott Prize for historical Fiction

6.30pm

richard Porter - inside top Gear

6.15pm

Douglas Alexander

£12, £10

6.15pm

Jim Sillars

£12, £10

6.30pm

Sonia Purnell - First Lady

6.45pm - 7.15pm

SCottiSh oPerA: A Little Bit of Mikado

7.45pm

Jonathan Dimbleby

£14, £12

7.45pm

Decca Aitkenhead - All at Sea

£12, £10

8.00pm

Gin is Still in

8.00pm

Dorothy Alexander - the Mauricewood Devils

9.15pm

Frederick Forsyth

£14, £12

9.15pm

Sara Pascoe

£12, £10

9.30pm

Colin Macintyre: Words and Music

£10, £8

£8, £6

£5 FREE

2.00pm

3.00pm - 4.30pm

£12, £10

£14, £12

1.30pm

3.15pm

£5 FREE

£14, £12 £10, £8 FREE £10, £8 £12, £10 £10, £8 £14, £12 £10, £8 £12, £10 £10, £8 £14, £12

6.30pm

Beloved Poison with e.S. thomson

7.45pm

Knackered Mother's Wine Club

8.00pm

Gregor Fisher with Melanie reid

£14, £12

8.15pm

Phill Jupitus - Porky the Poet

£12, £10

£8, £6 £15

£10, £8

£15 £8, £6

£10

Evelyn Glennie

Summer family fun

Your essential guide to keeping everyone entertained over the holidays JUNE 3 JUNE

1.30 – 2.30pm: Nutty’s Little

Squirrels A chance for the under 6’s to get out into the woodlands of Bowhill for a ranger activity. Activities will be a selection of explorer walks, storytelling, woodland crafts and wilderness games.

Bowhill House & Country Estate, Selkirk. £2.50. T: 01750 22204 www.bowhillhouse.co.uk

2.30 – 3.30pm: Wild Fridays

Explore nature through science, art and bushcraft! A different activity each week. Ages P1 - P7, under8s must be with an adult. No booking required. ▲ Harestanes Countryside Visitor Centre. £4. T. 01835 830306 www.liveborders.org.uk

4 JUNE

2 - 4pm: Saturday Ranger Club

The Saturday Club will bring some of the fun of Holiday Club to the weekends, a chance to leave the parents behind and get out for some woodland fun. 6+ Bowhill House & Country Estate, Selkirk. £4.50. T: 01750 22204 www.bowhillhouse.co.uk

5 JUNE

1.30 – 3.30pm: Family Ranger

Club

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Ranger activities for all the family focusing on wildlife and conservation. Activities will include pond dipping, wildlife and bird surveying and constructing houses for birds, bats and hedgehogs.

Bowhill House & Country Estate, Selkirk. Adult £3.50 / child £2.50 / family £10. T: 01750 22204 www.bowhillhouse.co.uk

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10 JUNE

1.30 – 2.30pm: Nutty’s Little

Squirrels. See 3 June for details.

2.30 – 3.30pm: Wild Fridays

▲ See 3 June for details

11 JUNE

2 – 4pm: Saturday Ranger Club

See 4 June for details

12 JUNE

1.30 – 3.30pm: Family Ranger

Club. See 5 June for details.

17 JUNE

1.30 – 2.30pm: Nutty’s Little

Squirrels. See 3 June for details.

2pm: LLAMAS - Football fun Loads of Library and Museum Activities . Find out footie facts.

Discover dastardly details of Borders’ hand ba’ games, and try to score some ‘goals’ in the soccer quiz. ▲ Duns Library Contact Centre Free event. T: 01361 884114 www.liveborders.org.uk 2.15 – 3.45 pm: Road to Rio?

Join us for the road-trip!

Creative writing workshop for young people, aged up to 18.

A well-known writer will help you to learn more about the exciting craft of writing; you will produce your own piece of creative writing which you can enter in the Road to Rio writing competition. Exciting prizes to be won!

Borders Book Festival, Harmony

Summer family fun

1 July: Row Your Boat - Grinagog Theatre

Faerie Fun 14 August

Gardens, Melrose. Free but ticketed. T: 01750 726400 ▲ www.liveborders.org.uk

19 JUNE

25 JUNE

Club. See 5 June for details.

See 4 June for details.

2.30 – 3.30pm: Wild Fridays

24 JUNE

26 JUNE

Squirrels. See 3 June for details.

Club. See 5 June for details.

2 – 4pm: Saturday Ranger Club

2.30 – 3.30pm: Wild Fridays

See 4 June for details

▲ See 3 June for details.

30 JUNE

▲ See 3 June for details

18 JUNE

1.30 – 3.30pm: Family Ranger

1.30 – 2.30pm: Nutty’s Little

2 – 4pm: Saturday Ranger Club

1.30 – 3.30pm: Family Ranger

11am – 1pm: Ranger Holiday Club Sessions will include favourites What’s On Summer 2016

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like den building and pond dipping while including some woodland art and bush craft sessions.

Bowhill House & Country Estate, Selkirk. £4.50. T: 01750 22204 www.bowhillhouse.co.uk

JULY 1 JULY

1.30 – 2.30pm: Nutty’s Little

Squirrels. See 3 June for details.

2pm: Row Your Boat - Grinagog

Theatre Imaginative play comes to life.

Gleeful, musical, interactive, larky comedy with witty songs. Fun experience for 3-7 year olds with their families. “Scotland has some of the best companies making theatre for children in the world.

On this showing, Grinagog Theatre is among them.” Thom Dibdin, All Edinburgh Theatre.

Caddonfoot Hall £5. T: 07527 800301/ Clovenfords Shop. ▲ Supported by Borders LIVE Touring

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Faerie Fun 14 August

2 JULY

8 JULY

See 4 June for details.

Squirrels. See 3 June for details.

3 JULY

9 JULY

Club. See 5 June for details.

Theatre Summer Project BYT summer drama project. Open to any young person from those presently in P6 to aged 25. Check the website for further details. www.bordersyouththeatre.co.uk

2 – 4pm: Saturday Ranger Club

1.30 – 3.30pm: Family Ranger

5 JULY

11am – 1pm: Ranger Holiday

Club Sessions will include favourites like den building and pond dipping while including some woodland art and bush craft sessions.

Bowhill House & Country Estate, Selkirk. £4.50. T: 01750 22204 www.bowhillhouse.co.uk

7 JULY

11am – 1pm: Ranger Holiday

Club. See 30 June for details.

2pm: Summer Reading

Challenge - crafts Come along to Eyemouth Library for a fun craft session. Suitable for ages 4-12. ▲ Eyemouth Library Free event. T: 01890 50363 www.liveborders.org.uk

1.30 – 2.30pm: Nutty’s Little

Until 23 July: Borders Youth

2 – 4pm: Saturday Ranger Club

See 4 June for details.

10 JULY

1.30 – 3.30pm: Family Ranger

Club. See 5 June for details.

11 JULY

10.15am: Summer Reading

Challenge craft session Last year you made door hangers, superheroes and rockets! What will you make this year? (If you like googly eyes & glitter this event is for you!) Ages 4+ (under 8s accompanied by adult) ▲ Coldstream Library Contact Centre. Free event. T: 01890 883314 www.liveborders.org.uk 2.15pm: Summer Reading

Challenge craft session See above listing for details. ▲ Duns Library Contact Centre Free event. T: 01361 882622 www.liveborders.org.uk

12 JULY

10.30am: Mac and Bob Mayhem!

Mac & Bob have a new friend!

Come along and find out about Georgie, Bob’s best puppy pal. Get ready to sing and jump about, and look out for flying carrots! Ages 3-6 (under 8s accompanied by adult) 8

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Summer family fun ▲ Hawick Library Free event. T: 01450 364640 www.liveborders.org.uk 11am – 1pm: Ranger Holiday

Club. See 5 July for details.

6.30pm: Danny the Champion

Outdoor theatre event. Roald Dahl’s Danny the Champion of the World adapted for the stage by David Wood.

Paxton House Adult £12 / child £6 / family £32 www.paxtonhouse.co.uk

Scotland’s production “Age of Pan” Beautiful performing horses in a storybook tale set to music with delightful costumes. Ticket includes summer buffet and soft drinks.

Lanton Hill Farm, Jedburgh, TD8 6SY. Tel: 01835 830315 / Woodside Plant and Garden Centre, nr Ancrum

20 JULY

2pm: Summer fun at the

Museum Summer fun sessions return to the Hawick Museum at Wilton Lodge Park during the summer holidays.

Crafts and special guests to delight a young audience.

14 JULY

11am – 1pm: Ranger Holiday

Club. See 30 June for details.

2 – 3.30pm: Pop-up Art

Create your own art work to take home. A different theme each week. Ages 4+ (under-8s must be with an adult) No booking required. ▲ Harestanes Countryside Visitor Centre. £4. T. 01835 830306 www.liveborders.org.uk

15 JULY

13 August and 14 August: Spittal Seaside Festival

▲ Hawick Museum

17 JULY

Small charge for craft activities T: 01450 364747 www.liveborders.org.uk

1.30 – 2.30pm: Nutty’s Little

Squirrels. See 3 June for details.

2 – 3.45pm: Pond-dipping

Discover an underwater world teeming with life. Ages 4+ (under8s must be with an adult) Booking advised. ▲ Harestanes Countryside Visitor Centre £5. T. 01835 830306 www.liveborders.org.uk

16 JULY

2 – 4pm: Saturday Ranger Club

See 4 June for details.

7pm: Age of Pan

An enchanting summer evening performance of Equestrian Theatre

1.30 – 3.30pm: Family Ranger

Club See 5 June for details.

19 JULY

11am – 1pm: Ranger Holiday

Club. See 5 July for details.

2pm: Herring Queen story

session come along to Eyemouth Library as we read some favourite tales about Eyemouth and the seaside.

Suitable for ages 4-10. ▲ Eyemouth Library Free event. T: 01890 50363 www.liveborders.org.uk

21 JULY

Until 23 July: There are Fairy

Tales at the Bottom of the Garden Borders Youth Theatre presents ‘There are Fairy Tales at the Bottom of the Garden’ The Haining, Selkirk www.bordersyouththeatre.co.uk 10.30am: Mac and Bob Mayhem!

See 12 July for event description.

Peebles Library Free event. T: 01721 726333 ▲ www.liveborders.org.uk

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REALISE YOUR POTENTIAL THIS SUMMER...

Performing Arts Leadership Course Ages 14 – 25yrs Mon 1st – Sat 6th August 2016 9.30am - 5.00pm Volunteer Hall, Galashiels £30 for the week

Improve your confidence, communication and delivery skills as you learn what it takes to be a good leader.

An intensive but rewarding practical and theory based training where you will make friends, have fun, acquire new skills and build up a bank of resources.

No previous experience necessary. Subsidised travel costs available. Enrolment is by application with forms upon request from Live Borders.

“This was a great experience and unlike any other. I would definitely recommend for anyone to get involved-if you have lots of performance experience, if you have none at all or if you just want to learn some new skills, make friends and have a good time” 2015 PARTICIPANT

FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT US ON: T: 01750 726400 E: libadmin@liveborders1.org.uk

www.liveborders.org.uk

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Summer family fun 11am – 1pm: Ranger Holiday

23 JULY

28 JULY

2pm: Herring Queen crafts

See 4 June for details.

Come along to Eyemouth Library for some seaside crafts. Suitable for ages 4-12. ▲ Eyemouth Library Free event. T: 01890 50363 www.liveborders.org.uk

24 JULY

Challenge craft session See 11 July for details. ▲ Melrose Library T: 01896 664171 www.liveborders.org.uk

Club. See 30 June for details.

2 – 3.30pm: Pop-up Art

▲ See 14 July for details.

2.30pm: Wiz of Oz - The Walking

theatre Company Family show. A brand new adaption of The Wizard of Oz. Dorothy has lost Toto, the Cowardly Lion has lost the Tin Man, the Wicked Witch of the West has lost the Wicked Witch of the East, the Scarecrow has lost the way, and the Great Wiz has lost his marbles!

Munchkins needed to sort it all out! Played outside and inside!

Ebba Centre, St Abbs Adult £5 / £3 child / family £12 T: 018907 71557 E : ebbacentre@btconnect.com ▲ Supported by Borders LIVE Touring

22 JULY

1.30 – 2.30pm: Nutty’s Little

Squirrels. See 3 June for details.

2pm: Wiz of Oz - The Walking

theatre Company See 21 July for event details.

Bowhill Theatre, nr Selkirk All tickets £5. T: 01750 22204 www.bowhillhouse.co.uk / www.borderevents.com ▲ Supported by Borders LIVE Touring

2 – 4pm: Saturday Ranger Club

1.30 – 3.30pm: Family Ranger

Club. See 5 June for details.

26 JULY

10.30am: Summer Story Session

Everyone enjoys a good story!

Come along, get comfy & listen to tales our very own Norman will be reading just for you! A fun & lively session for 3-6 year olds (under 8s accompanied by adult). ▲ Melrose Library Free event. T: 01896 664171 www.liveborders.org.uk 11am – 1pm: Ranger Holiday

Club. See 5 July for details.

27 JULY

10.30am: Summer Reading

Challenge craft session See 11 July for details. ▲ Innerleithen Library Contact Centre Tel: 01896 830789 www.liveborders.org.uk 11am & 2pm: Zoolab Minibeasts

Workshop Zoolab’s popular live minibeast handling session for children.

Session followed by optional craft workshop on minibeast theme at 12 noon. Booking advisable, under 8s must be with an adult. ▲ Hawick Museum, Hawick TD9 7JL Small entry charge.

T: 01450 364747. www.liveborders.org.uk

10.30am: Summer Reading

11am – 1pm: Ranger Holiday

Club. See 30 June for details.

2pm Summer Reading

Challenge craft session See 11 July for details. ▲ Peebles Library Tel: 01721 726333 www.liveborders.org.uk 2 – 3.30pm: Pop-up Art

See 14 July for details.

29 JULY

10am: Summer Reading

Challenge craft session See 11 July for details. ▲ Kelso Library Contact Centre T: 01573 223171 www.liveborders.org.uk 1.30pm & 2.45pm: Zoolab

Live animal handling workshops.

1.30pm Workshop for under 6’s Minibeasts (£5). 2.45pm Workshop for over 6’s - Great Zoolab Bug Hunt (£6) Bowhill House & Country Estate, Bowhill, Selkirk, TD7 5ET www.bowhillhouse.co.uk 1.30 – 2.30pm: Nutty’s Little

Squirrels. See 3 June for details.

30 & 31 JULY

12noon: Harestanes Willow

Weekend Help build a fantastic willow sculpture in the play park. No experience necessary. Children must be with an adult.

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Summer family fun

Centre, Ancrum, Jedburgh TD8 6UQ Free event. T: 01835 830306 www.liveborders.org.uk

See 11 July for details. ▲ Galashiels Library T: 01896 664170 www.liveborders.org.uk

30 JULY

4 AUGUST

See 4 June for details.

Challenge Craft session See 11 July for details. ▲ Selkirk Library Tel: 01750 726410 www.liveborders.org.uk

▲ Harestanes Countryside Visitor

2 – 4pm: Saturday Ranger Club

31 JULY

1.30 – 3.30pm: Family Ranger

Club. See 5 June for details.

AUGUST 1 AUGUST

Until 6 August: Performing Arts

Leadership Course Are you aged 14 – 25 years and hold an interest in youth theatre or dance? Improve your confidence, communication and delivery skills as you learn what it takes to be a good leader. ▲ Volunteer Hall, Galashiels £30. T: 01750 726400 www.liveborders.gov.uk 10am: Summer Reading

Challenge craft session See 11 July for details ▲ Hawick Library T: 01450 364640 www.liveborders.org.uk

2 AUGUST

10.30am: Summer Story Session

See 26 July for details. ▲ Melrose Library T: 01896 664171 www.liveborders.org.uk 11am – 1pm: Ranger Holiday

10.30am: Summer Reading

11am – 1pm: Ranger Holiday

Club. See 30 June for details.

2 – 3.30pm: Pop-up Art

▲ See 14 July for details.

5 AUGUST

10am: Summer Reading

Challenge craft session See 11 July for details. ▲ Jedburgh Library Contact Centre T: 01835 863592 www.liveborders.org.uk 1.30pm & 2.45pm: Zoolab

Live animal handling workshops.

1.30pm Workshop for under 6’s - Rainforest Adventures (£5).

2.45pm Workshop for over 6’s Eco Investigators £6 Bowhill House & Country Estate, Bowhill, Selkirk, TD7 5ET www.bowhillhouse.co.uk 1.30 – 2.30pm: Nutty’s Little

Squirrels. See 3 June for details.

2 – 3.45pm: Pond-dipping

See 15 July for details.

Club. See 5 July for details.

6 AUGUST

3 AUGUST

and Fun Activity Class Wear loose comfortable clothing and bring a drink.

10.30am: Summer Reading

Challenge craft session 12 What’s On Summer 2016

10am – 12 noon: Drama Games

21 July: Wiz of Oz - The Walking Theatre Company

Free event for Ages 7 – 12yrs ▲ Volunteer Hall, Galashiels Reserve a place libadmin@liveborders1.org.uk 01750 726400 2 – 4pm: Saturday Ranger Club

See 4 June for event description.

7 AUGUST

1.30 – 3.30pm: Family Ranger

Club. See 5 June for details.

9 -12 AUGUST

Merlin Music Academy – Traditional Music Summer School All instruments and ages are welcome including fiddle, voice, guitars, piano, accordion, drums/ percussion for 4 days of great music, sessions, food and the opportunity to learn from some of

8.45pm: Bats @ Harestanes

Discover the secret and surprising world of bats! Enjoy a short twilight walk to see and hear bats. Outdoor clothing essential. Ages 8+ ▲ Harestanes Countryside Visitor Centre, Ancrum, Jedburgh TD8 6UQ Adult £5, child £3 T: 01835 830306 www.liveborders.org.uk

12 AUGUST

1.30 – 2.30pm: Nutty’s Little ©WALKING THEATRE COMPANY

Squirrels. See 3 June for details.

Scotland’s finest musicians.

Merlin Music, Station Gate, Melrose T. 01896 822376 www.merlinmusicacademy.com

9 AUGUST

10.30am: Summer Reading

Challenge craft session See 28 July for details ▲ Melrose Library T: 01896 664171 www.liveborders.org.uk 11am – 1pm: Ranger Holiday

is essential for this in demand event hosted by Michelle Douglas School of Dance.

MDSD Studio, 9 Shedden Park Road, Kelso 10 – 11am Age 5-8 (£10) 11.15-12.45 Age 9-12 (£15) 1.00-2.30pm Age 13+ (£15) Box Office: 01573 223056 mdsd.class4kids.co.uk ▲ Supported by Borders LIVE Touring

Club. See 5 July for details.

11 AUGUST

10 AUGUST

Club. See 30 June for details.

From 10am: Into the Hoods:

remixed by Zoonation Professional hip hop dance theatre company Zoonation are coming to the Borders! Learn a piece from their show “Into the Hoods Remixed” currently running at Sadlers Well, London. High energy, edgy street choreography! Booking

11am – 1pm: Ranger Holiday 2pm: Summer reading

challenge crafts See 7 July for details ▲ Eyemouth Library T: 01890 50363 www.liveborders.org.uk 2 – 3.30pm: Pop-up Art

13 AUGUST

And 14 August: Spittal Seaside

Festival Visitors to the Festival will be able to enjoy children’s and street entertainers, Punch & Judy, live music, encounters with pirates and all the fun of the fair.

Spittal Promenade, Berwick upon Tweed, TD15 1RP Free event www.spittalisgreat.co.uk 1pm & 3.30pm: Funbox

presents… Animal Magic Join Funbox for their new singalong show! Whether you roar, squeak, flap or swim it’s time for some fun with Gary, Anya and Kevin (formerly of the Singing Kettle).

Eastgate Theatre, Peebles Adult £12.50 / child £10 / family £40. T: 01721 725777 www.eastgatearts.com 2 – 4pm: Saturday Ranger Club

See 4 June for details.

14 AUGUST

1.30 – 3.30pm: Family Ranger

Club. See 5 June for details.

▲ See 14 July for details.

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1.30 – 2.30pm: Nutty’s Little

Squirrels. See 3 June for details.

2.30 – 3.30pm: Wild Fridays

See 3 June for details

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8pm: Moth-ing @ Harestanes

2 – 3.30pm: Faerie Fun

Discover a miniature world of magic in the woods. Ages 4+, under-8s must be with an adult.

Booking advised ▲ Harestanes Countryside Visitor Centre. £5 . T. 01835 830306 www.liveborders.org.uk

16 AUGUST

11am – 1pm: Ranger Holiday

Club. See 5 July for details.

18 AUGUST

Until October school holidays 1pm (45 minutes): Let’s Pretend Professionally lead drama classes for pre-school children (3 – 5s) Eastgate Theatre, Peebles T: 01721 725777

19 AUGUST

1.30 – 2.30pm: Nutty’s Little

Squirrels. See 3 June for details.

2.30 – 3.30pm: Wild Fridays

▲ See 3 June for details

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participants have-a-go. Everything from fly fishing to orienteering and all kinds of fun stuff in between. ▲ Wilton Lodge Park, Hawick Free event www.liveborders.org.uk 2 – 4pm: Saturday Ranger Club

See 4 June for event description.

21 AUGUST

Late summer is a great time to see moths. Join a moth expert and discover just how many different species are attracted to the moth light. Ages 8+ ▲ Harestanes Countryside Visitor Centre, Ancrum, Jedburgh TD8 6UQ. Adult £3 / child £2.

T: 01835 830306 www.liveborders.org.uk

27 AUGUST

2 – 4pm: Saturday Ranger Club

See 4 June for details.

28 AUGUST

1.30 – 3.30pm: Family Ranger

Club. See 5 June for details.

1.30 – 3.30pm: Family Ranger

Club. See 5 June for details.

2pm & 3.30pm: Magnificent

Organ with Mischief La-Bas Musical madcap and mayhem!

Magnificent Organ is an anarchic, outdoor show suitable for all ages. ▲ Wilton Lodge Park Bandstand, Hawick Free event www.liveborders.org.uk 2 – 3.30pm: Faerie

Fun See 14 August for details.

11am: Have-a-go Day

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Borders Youth Theatre Borders Youth Theatre, BYT, run a weekly term-time drama workshop programme for Junior [age 8 to Primary 7] and Senior [S1 to age 25] groups across the Borders. Workshops will be running from start of term in August in: Duns, Jedburgh, Kelso, Melrose, and Selkirk.

“Everyone’s ideas are important”

The workshops are fun and welcoming to all. They are led by experienced professionals who are skilled in getting the best out of young people. There is no audition or entry qualification. It’s not just about ‘acting’: participants learn new skills, meet new friends, gain in confidence and have fun.

During the school holidays Borders Youth Theatre run drama projects which are open to newcomers as well as existing participants - see our website for details.

“It’s a great place to try new things without being made to feel a fool”

Further Information and details of cost, venues, days and times can be found on www.bordersyouththeatre.co.uk or email collinsatbyt@gmail.com You can also check us out on Facebook.

Sport doesn’t do holidays... and those aiming for the top don’t either! Keep your training going at our Summer Sport Camps CYCLING SUMMER CAMP Date: 4 to 6 July Age: 8 to 10 years Time: 10.00 - 16.00 Venue: Gytes Leisure Centre, Peebles Cost: £120.00 for 3 day course STAR TRACK ATHLETICS Date: 5 to 7 July Age: 8 to 12 years Time: 10.00 - 15.00 Venue: Tweedbank Sports Complex Cost: £54.00 for 3 day course

TENNIS SUMMER CAMP Date: 12 to 14 July Age: 10 years + Time: 10.00 - 16.00 Venue: Borders Tennis Centre Cost: £75 for 3 day course / £30.00 for individual days HOCKEY SUMMER CAMP Date: 18 to 21 July Age: U12 Time: 09.00 - 11.00 Venue: Tweedbank 2G Cost: £30.00 for 4 days / £10.00 for individual days TENNIS SUMMER CAMP Date: 12 to 14 July Age: 10 years + Time: 10.00 - 16.00 Venue: Borders Tennis Centre Cost: £75.00 for 3 day course / £30.00 for individual days

MULTISPORT CAMP Date: 25 to 29 July GROUP 1 For Age: 7 -9 years more GROUP 2 information Age: 10 -12 visit Years

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Time: 09.00 - 17.00 Venue: Various Live Borders in Galashiels Cost: £125.00 for 5 days CYCLING SUMMER CAMP Date: 25 to 27 July Age: 10 to 12 years Time: 10.00 - 16.00 Venue: Gytes Leisure Centre, Peebles Cost: £120.00 for 3 day course CYCLING SUMMER CAMP Date: 1 to 3 August Age: 12 to 15 years Time: 10.00 - 16.00 Venue: Gytes Leisure Centre, Peebles Cost: £120.00 For 3 day course TENNIS SUMMER CAMP Date: 1 to 3 August Age: 10 YEARS + Time: 10.00 - 16.00 Venue: Borders Tennis Centre Cost: £75.00 For 3 day course / £30.00 for individual days

Summer family fun

Live Borders leisure centres ▲ PLAY & LEISURE ▲ SPORT & DEVELOPMENT ▲ FITNESS & HEALTH ▲ SWIM & AQUATICS

▲ ▲ 3G ARENA, NETHERDALE

▲ ▲ ▲ ▲ GYTES LEISURE CENTRE

▲ ▲ ▲ QUEENS LEISURE CENTRE

Nether Road, Galashiels, TD1 3HE T: 01896 800340

Walkershaugh, Peebles, EH45 8GL T: 01721 723688 E: gytes@liveborders.org.uk

Melrose Road, Galashiels, TD1 2AE T: 01896 752233

▲ ▲ BORDER TENNIS CENTRE

▲ ▲ ▲ KELSO SWIMMING POOL

Livingstone Place, Galashiels, TD1 1DQ T: 01896 750456

Inch Road, Kelso, TD5 7JP T: 01573 224944 E: kelso@liveborders.org.uk

▲ ▲ ▲ EYEMOUTH LEISURE CENTRE

▲ ▲ PEEBLES HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS CENTRE

North Street, Eyemouth, TD14 5ET T: 01890 750557 E: eyemouth@liveborders.org.uk

▲ ▲ ▲ GALASHIELS SWIMMING POOL Livingstone Place, Galashiels, TD1 1DQ T: 01896 752154 E: galashiels@liveborders.org.uk

Springwood Road, Peebles, EH45 9HB T: 01721 540174 E: peebleshs@liveborders.org.uk

▲ ▲ ▲ PEEBLES SWIMMING POOL Port Brae, Peebles, EH45 8AW T: 01721 720779 E: peebles@liveborders.org.uk

▲ ▲ ▲ SELKIRK LEISURE CENTRE Victoria Park, Buccleuch Road Selkirk, TD7 5DN T: 01750 20897 E: selkirk@liveborders.org.uk

▲ ▲ ▲ ▲ TEVIOTDALE LEISURE CENTRE Mansfield Road, Hawick, TD9 8AG T: 01450 374440 E: teviotdale@liveborders.org.uk

▲ ▲ ▲ TWEEDBANK SPORTS COMPLEX Tweedbank, Galashiels, TD1 3RS T: 01896 750456 E: tweedbank@liveborders.org.uk

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Book this!

There are craft sessions in every library, storytimes and Mac and Bob are back to cause fun and mayhem! Details of dates and times of all events are inside this issue of What’s On – have a look and book!

ROLL UP FOR THE BIG FRIENDLY READ! Libraries across the Borders are getting ready to encourage young readers to take the Summer Reading Challenge!

The annual Summer Reading Challenge, aimed at primary-age children and

their families is simple and fun. Children are encouraged to read six or more library books of their choice during the summer holidays with freebies and rewards, plus a certificate and medal for every child who completes the Challenge. Children can sign up at their local library

at the start of the summer holidays– and it’s free to join!

This year’s Big Friendly Read Summer Reading Challenge is inspired by the 100th anniversary of the birth of Roald Dahl, one of the world’s best storytellers.

The Big Friendly Read

Bookbug in the Borders!

FREE STORY, SONG AND RHYME SESSIONS FOR BABIES, TODDLERS, PRE-SCHOOL CHILDREN AND THEIR FAMILIES HAWICK LIBRARY Every Thursday throughout Summer 10.30 – 11am Babies 2.30 – 3pm Toddlers T. 01450 364640 DUNS LIBRARY CONTACT CENTRE Monday 13 June 11.15 – 11.45am T. 01361 886104

EYEMOUTH LIBRARY Every Tuesday until 28 June 2pm T. 01890 752767 INNERLEITHEN LIBRARY CONTACT CENTRE Thursday 2 June 10 – 11am T. 01896 830789 MELROSE LIBRARY Every Friday until 24 June 10am: Babies 11am: Toddlers T. 01896 664171

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features some of Roald Dahl’s best-loved characters and the amazing artwork of illustrator, Sir Quentin Blake.

It encourages reading on a giant scale and each child’s collector folder features themes such as invention, mischief and friendship.

Parents and carers also love the annual Challenge, as they can see the difference that it makes to their children’s reading. So drop in to your local library to learn more!

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SUMMER READING CHALLENGE CRAFTS IN EVERY LIBRARY! Last year you made door hangers, superheroes and rockets! What will you make this year?

Book your place to find out! (If you like googly eyes and glitter this event is for you!) Have a look for dates at your nearest library and make sure you grab a place. Ages 4+

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Join us in Melrose for a weekend of surprises and delights, fascinating stories, amazing facts and LOTS on laughter!

FAMILY DAY PASS

Buy a Family Day pass for either Saturday or Sunday and enjoy lots of family events at a special rate!

A Family Day Pass costs ONLY £35 and permits entry for up to four family members. The passes are valid for all events displaying the logo.

Free StuFF

There are lots of free events and activities like Bookbug rhyme sessions, colouring in a massive poster of Melrose Abbey, medieval-inspired craft activities in Abbotsford’s Tipi, storytime sessions, circus skills with oli & Co, plus a medieval camp at priorwood Garden with combat displays and a chance to take part in the fearsome kids’ army! See festival programme and website for timings and details.

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The Story of Life on Earth

10.30am / £5 / Age 8 - 108 4 billion years of evolution explained to you in just 1 hour with the brilliantly entertaining world history author Christopher Lloyd. With lots of audience participation, we’ll race through evolution stopping off at major points along the way…look out for those dinosaurs!

Debi Gliori

10.30am / £5 / Age 6 + Join Debi Gliori and see if you can spot what makes a perfect summer’s day in her new book A Hebridean Alphabet. There will be a chance to do some of your own drawing too - bring along paper, a pencil and a clipboard.

Cressida Cowell - How to Train Your Dragon

12.00pm / £5 / Age 7 + Join bestselling author- illustrator of the awesome How to Train Your Dragon books and blockbuster film series starring Viking hero and dragonwatcher Hiccup and his fearless dragon Toothless. Unmissable!

Mac and Bob - Music and Mayhem 12.15pm / £5 / Age 3 - 7 Join Mac from the Mac and Bob books in a live and loopy interactive event with songs and stories. Lots of fun, audience participation and look out for those flying carrots…

When in the World?

12.30pm / £5 / Age 11+ families, aspiring writers Meet historical author Elizabeth Laird and the winners of the Young Walter Scott Prize 2016. Writer Vivian French will talk with Elizabeth about why she writes historical fiction – maybe you can pick up a tip or two.

Magic of Maths

1.45pm / £5 / Age 7 + Learn a few sneaky tricks to play on your friends as Kjartan Poskitt shows off magic numbers, games you can’t lose, crazy calculator tricks and his amazing new flexagons.

Enjoy an hour packed with fun and surprises!

Blackbird, Blackbird, What Do You Do?

2.00pm / Knight Frank Marquee / £5 / Age 3 + Author and illustrator Kate McLelland reads her colourful story about finding out who you are and the importance of being yourself.

Families can also enjoy a craft session to colour in, cut out and make their own birds, ready to fly home with them!

Captain Crankie

3.15pm / £5 / Age 3 - 7 Join Vivian French for a rollicking session of sea shanties and fun with Captain Crankie, Seadog Steve and Millie the Mermaid! With songs and action rhymes ... and a look at how we can recycle everyday objects. What can YOU do with an old umbrella?!!

Gorilla Loves Vanilla

12.15pm / £5 / Age 3 - 7 Join Chae Strathie with his delicious new picture book. Be prepared for stories, songs, dancing, the weirdest ice cream cone in the world . . . and a very cheeky monkey! May include wiggling and jiggling.

Michael Morpurgo

12.30pm / £5 / Age 9 + Everyone’s favourite storyteller talks about the special edition of his haunting book Private Peaceful.

The former children’s laureate and author of War Horse, An Elephant in the Garden and Adolphus Tips will invite us into his wonderful world and captivate us with his spellbinding storytelling…

SCoTTiSH opErA: A Little bit of Northern Light

1.00pm - 1.30pm & 2.15pm – 2.45pm / £5 / Age 4 - 8 The story of one lonely little lighthouse standing firm against the storms of the North Atlantic tide, told from the perspective of the seas that surround us and the ships that sail in them.

Children must be accompanied by an adult.

A puppy’s Tale

1.45pm / £5 / Age 2 - 5 Author Alan Windram tells the story of lovable puppy, Georgie, who strays too far and needs a friend to help her find her way home. Learn how to draw your own puppy, sing along to Georgie’s jumping song and find out about the beautiful woodland creatures created by illustrator Chloe Holwill-Hunter.

Celts versus Vikings

2.00pm /£5 / Age 8 -12 Celts and Vikings go to war in this action-packed event featuring two of the most terrifying tribes in European history. Join Allan Burnett for a fun and fact-filled hour of colourful costumes, role-playing and macabre jokes.

Warning: this event may cause audiences to go berserk!

Julius Zebra

3.15pm / £5 / Age 7 - 11 Full of Roman facts and drawing tips for budding young cartoonists, this event will have you laughing out loud as master cartoonist Gary Northfield (The Beano, The Dandy) introduces the hilarious world of Roman gladiator Julius Zebra!

The Children’s Garden - Loads of Things to Make and Grow 3.15pm / £5 / Age 4 -10 Join Matthew Appleby for some easy garden projects for families, like planting popcorn and sweetcorn shoots. He’ll also tell you a thing or two about slugs and snails and show you how to make a slug puppet, with prizes for the best ones. Bring an old sock!

The Jungle Book

3.30pm / £5 / Age 10+ It’s time for The Jungle Book with Mowgli, Baloo, Bagheera , Kaa and Shere Khan! Join illustrator Ian Beck as he brings these characters to life, with this beautiful new edition of everyone’s favourite childhood tale.

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Borders LIVE Touring MUSIC

Sounds of Science with Evelyn Glennie, Jill Jarman and Christopher Lloyd (part of Borders Book Festival) The world’s greatest percussionist, Dame Evelyn Glennie will perform a groundbreaking soundscape written by composer Jill Jarman and

conceived by time line specialist and world history author Christopher Lloyd.

Telling the amazing tale of almost 100 scientific discoveries made in the last 10,000 years.

THEATRE

• The Times Marquee, Harmony Garden, Melrose Friday 17th June, 5.45 – 7.15pm £20, Box Office: 0844 357 1060 www.bordersbookfestival.org

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STREET THEATRE Magnificent Organ from Mischief La-Bas Thirty minute family show filled with madcap, musical mayhem. The show is an original creation by Scotland’s foremost street theatre company, Mischief La-Bas, and combines screwball comedy and acrobatic antics choreographed to an original musical soundtrack.

• Wilton Lodge Park, Hawick Sunday 21st August, Performances: 2pm and 3.30pm.

Free outdoor event at the Bandstand (gazebos & seating available). Event promotor Wilton Lodge acknowledge support from Live Borders, the Heritage Lottery Fund & Heart of Hawick

BORDERS LIVE TOURING T: 01750 726400 E: borderslivetouring@liveborders1.org.uk

Bringing high quality theatre, dance, music and children’s events to communities across the Scottish Borders 2nd September, Kirkhope Village Hall 7.30pm, £8 Box Office: 01750 52257 3rd September, Mac Arts 7.30pm, £12 /£10 Concession Box Office: 01896 756852 www.macarts.scot

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THEATRE

The View from Castle Rock from Stellar Quines in conjunction with Edinburgh International Book Festival Award-winning theatre company Stellar Quines (Threads) and the Edinburgh International Book Festival have come together to present a specially commissioned theatrical adaptation of Canadian Nobel Laureate Alice Munro’s moving and enigmatic short stories of her Scottish ancestors’ emigration from the Borders to the New World.

CREATIVE The stories WRITING

will be adapted by awardwinning playwright Linda McLean and directed by Marilyn Imrie and will be premiered at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe before heading to the Borders.

• Eastgate Theatre, Peebles 31st August, 7.30pm £14, £12, £6 for schoolchildren.

Box Office: 01721 725777 www.eastgatearts.com

WORKSHOP

Further Tour Dates for The

“Eye Write!”

View from Castle Rock:Would like to write, but are 1st September, Heart short on inspiration? Selkirk of Hawick Box FC poet-in-residence Thomas Office: Clark and Eildon Tree editor Sara 01450 360688 Clark are on hand to help you stretch your imagination in this practical and lively workshop. Suitable for all ages and abilities, from published poet to absolute amateur!

THEATRE Get Up and Tie Your Fingers from Eyemouth Community An exciting new adaptation

by Ann Coburn of the Eyemouth based play written in collaboration with the community. Set to a score by composer Karen Wimhurst the vocal soundscapes weave across the storyline told through dance, drama and song.

• Eyemouth Parish Church Saturday 25th and Sunday 26th June, 7pm £3 (Free entry for children under 12 years).

Box Office: 07791 749 945 seasangsinging@gmail.com

• Eyemouth Hippodrome, Saturday 4th June, 11am – 1pm £5 including coffee and cake. Box Office: 01890 750099 www.eyemouthhippodrome.org or at The Hippodrome, Harbour Road, Eyemouth TD14 5HT

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THEATRE

Three women, four counting the scary PC, on a collision course that will change their lives forever… and seriously damage their rear view mirrors!

When their cars collide at a T Junction three very different lives get as entangled as their bumpers in a hilarious and poignant comedy drama.

“Funniest & most attractive

drama around” Scotsman • Oxton Memorial Hall Saturday 9th July , 7.30pm £8 / £7 Concession Box Office: Please email raymondsmithfencing@gmail.com • Stichill Village Hall Saturday 16th July, 7.30pm £8 / £7 Concession Box Office: 01573 470707 georgeanderson801@btinternet.com

STREET THEATRE

THEATRE Row Your Boat from Grinagog Theatre Imaginative play comes to life with gleeful, musical, interactive, larky comedy with witty songs - ideal for 3-7 year olds with their families. “Scotland has some of the best companies making theatre for children in the world. On this showing, Grinagog Theatre is among them.” Thom Dibdin, All Edinburgh Theatre • Caddonfoot Hall, Friday 1st July, 2pm £5. Box Office: 07527 800 301 or from Clovenfords Shop

The Lady Vanishes from Dudendance in association with Alchemy Film Festival Ephemeral, slow, mesmeric movement with film projection, white clad figures haunt the environs of the house and grounds at The Haining, Selkirk. • Meet in Stable Block Courtyard, Saturday 13th and Sunday 14th August, 8pm. Free of charge Enquiries: artservice@liveborders1.org.uk

BORDERS LIVE TOURING T: 01750 726400 E: borderslivetouring@liveborders1.org.uk

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Women on the Verge of a TJunction from MsFits Theatre Company

DANCE WORKSHOPS:

THEATRE National Theatre of Scotland: Last Dream (on Earth) Enter an extraordinary soundscape where very different people, at different times, experience what it is to be left hanging without a planet or land of any kind to call home.

Eastgate Theatre, Peebles 28 July, 7.30pm £14, £12, £6 for school children T: 01721 725777 www.eastgatearts.com

Into the Hoods: remixed by Zoonation Professional hip hop dance theatre company Zoonation are coming to the Borders! Learn a piece from their show “Into the Hoods Remixed” currently running at Sadlers Well, London. High energy, edgy street choreography! Booking is essential for this in demand event hosted by Michelle Douglas School of Dance.

• MDSD Studio, 9 Shedden Park Road, Kelso Wednesday 10th August 10 – 11am, Age 5-8 (£10), 11.15-12.45 Age 9-12 (£15), 1.00-2.30pm Age 13+ (£15) Box Office: 01573 223056 mdsd.class4kids.co.uk

THEATRE Wiz of Oz from The Walking Theatre Company Family show played both outside and inside the theatre. A brand new adaption of The Wizard of Oz where Dorothy has lost Toto, the Cowardly Lion has lost the Tin Man, the Wicked Witch of the West has lost the Wicked Witch of the East, the Scarecrow has lost the way, the Great Wiz has lost his marbles and the Munchkins

are needed to sort it all out!

• Ebba Centre, St Abbs Thursday 21st July, 2.30pm £5 adult, £3 child or £12 for a family ticket (2 adult 2 children) Box Office: 01890 771557 ebbacentre@btconnect.com • Bowhill Theatre, nr Selkirk Friday 22nd July, 2pm All tickets £5 Box Office: 01750 22204 www.bowhillhouse.co.uk or online at www.borderevents.com

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Sounds of Science

Evelyn Glennie with Jill Jarman and Christopher Lloyd

Friday 17 June

5.45pm - 7.15pm / THE TIMES MARQUEE / £20 The Sounds of Science is simply unmissable – it’s the first time the festival has mounted a performance event on this scale. The world’s greatest percussionist, Dame Evelyn Glennie will perform a groundbreaking soundscape written by composer Jill Jarman and conceived by time line specialist and world history author Christopher Lloyd. Telling the amazing tale of almost 100 scientific discoveries made in the last 10,000 years, Evelyn will play what she calls “sounds depicting significant moments in history, including the discovery of fire, the carving of the wheel, connecting us by telephone” while Christopher’s superb narration introduces some of the moments featured using a giant time line of more than 1,000 inventions.

Funded by LIVE Borders and Borders Live Touring and sponsored by St Boswells Biogas Ltd.

What’s On in June / July / August 2016

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Current Exhibitions

UNTIL 2 JUNE

BRIDGES AT KELSO A photographic history of the bridges over the Tweed and Teviot. ▲ Kelso Library Contact Centre Free admission www.liveborders.org.uk

UNTIL 4 JUNE

BLOOMS Contemporary and traditional artworks by various artists along with works from the fine art collection.

recognisable mammals through art, science and culture. Art and craft works available to purchase ▲ Harestanes Countryside Visitor Centre, nr Ancrum Free admission T: 01835 830306 www.liveborders.org.uk

UNTIL 5 JUNE

VISTA This is an exhibition of prints by Justine Miller based upon views of the Borders as observed through a frame. ▲ Coldstream Museum Free admission www.liveborders.org.uk

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UNTIL 5 JUNE

▲ Tweeddale Museum and Gallery, Peebles EH45 8AG Free admission T: 01721 724820 www.liveborders.org.uk

UNTIL 4 JUNE

STARS AND SCENES OF 1960’S MOTOR SPORT Works of art by members of the Guild of Motoring Artists that evoke the 1960s when motor racing was glamorous but dangerous.

Duns Exhibition Room, Duns Library Contact Centre, 49 Newtown Street, Duns TD11 3AU Free. Tel: 01361 884114/ 01361 882622 www.liveborders.org.uk

UNTIL 5 JUNE

WILD ABOUT BADGERS Discover one of our most

OLD GALA CLUB VISITS GALASHIELS HOME FRONT IN 1916 Learn about the historic town of Galashiels in 1916 and how it faced the challenges of the First World War in this fascinating exhibition of local newspaper cuttings, diary entries of a local newsagent, photographs and artefacts from the era.

Old Gala House, Scott Crescent, Galashiels TD1 3JS Free. Tel: 01750 726456/ 01896 752611 www.liveborders.org.uk

UNTIL 19 JUNE

THE PLANT WORLD ON PAPER David Stuart is obsessed by the beauty and energy of the plant world. Developing his simple line drawings into mono prints, screen prints and paintings, his artwork occasionally strays lightly into expressive abstraction. ▲ Old Gala House, Galashiels

TD1 3JS Free admission T: 01750 726456 / 018960752611 www.liveborders.org.uk

UNTIL 26 JUNE

ACCESS FOR TREES: 30 YEARS ON FROM WOOPLAW WOOD An exhibition marking the 30th anniversary of Wooplaw Wood and the landmark project - Axes for Trees, which saw Tim Stead making 365 wood axe head sculptures to finance the venture. ▲ Old Gala House, Galashiels TD1 3JS. Free admission Tel: 01750 726456 / 01896 752611 www.liveborders.org.uk

UNTIL 17 JULY THE FACTORY GIRLS

©KATIE SCARLETT HOWARD

Current Exhibitions

Figurative ceramic sculptures by Katie Scarlett Howard celebrate female workers in the textile trade of the past in Scotland and Wales.

Supporting archival material will also be on display. ▲ Borders Textile Towerhouse, Hawick TD9 9EN Free admission T: 01450 377615 www.heartofhawick.co.uk www.liveborders.org.uk What’s On Summer 2016

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A showcase of cashmere knitwear designs by Hawico. These alluring and luxurious garments have been manufactured in the new seamless knitting process, allowing great flexibility in design. In the last fifteen years, Hawico has been at the forefront of this revolution using the latest Shima Seiki machines. ▲ Borders Textile Towerhouse, Hawick TD9 9EN Free admission, T: 01450 377615 www.heartofhawick.co.uk www.liveborders.org.uk

UNTIL 26 SEPTEMBER Paintings in oil on wax or mixed media by a widely-travelled, Hawick-born artist. ▲ Hawick Museum, Hawick TD9 7JL Free admission T: 01450 364747 www.liveborders.org.uk

UNTIL 31 JULY

BAIRNS’ CLAES A great chance to see rarelyshown children’s clothes from the museum’s collection. Examples dating from the Edwardian era to recent times show how changes in society, materials and production techniques have influenced fashions over the years. ▲ Hawick Museum, Hawick TD9 7JL Free admission T: 01450 364747 www.liveborders.org.uk

UNTIL 4 SEPTEMBER HAWICO SCOTLAND

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IN STATELY SILENCE: SCOTLAND’S OTHER COUNTRY HOUSES A major new show by artist Duncan Tattersall & part of the RIAS Festival of Architecture 2016 - contemporary art & historic artefacts exploring derelict Scottish mansions.

Mellerstain House, Gordon, TD3 6LG T: 01573 410225 www.mellerstain.com

UNTIL 22 OCTOBER

MAPPING THE COLLECTION This exhibition uses some of the Chambers Institution collection to illustrate the history of the area through its material culture. ▲ Tweeddale Museum and Gallery, Peebles EH45 8AG Free admission, T: 01721 724820 www.liveborders.org.uk

UNTIL 30 OCTOBER

THE STORY OF EYEMOUTH AND THE CUTTY SARK Built for John ‘White Hat’ Willis of

Eyemouth.

Eyemouth Museum and Eyemouth Maritime Centre Entry by donation T: 01890 751701 / 01890 751020

UNTIL 31 OCTOBER

THE 1980S Discover a decade of innovation and style. Fashion, toys, music, design and politics, including a look at some of the memorable events in Jedburgh in the ‘80s.

The 80s revival is here! ▲ Jedburgh Castle Jail and Museum, Jedburgh, TD8 6QD FREE admission Tel: 01835 864750 www.liveborders.org.uk

UNTIL 31 OCTOBER

ROBERT SMAIL’S PRINTING WORKS – CELEBRATING 150 YEARS OF PRINTING 2016 sees Smail’s celebrate 150 years of printing. Visitors will see the original shop, office, caseroom and machine room and may even be put to work! Come and visit us in this very special year!

Robert Smail’s Printing Works, Innerleithen Adults £6, child / conc £5, family £16.50 / £11.50 www.nts.org.uk/property/robertsmails-printing-works

UNTIL 31 OCTOBER

FUTURE/PAST 150 years of Robert Smail’s printing works. ▲ St Ronan’s Well, Innerleithen Free admission T: 01721 724820 www.liveborders.org.uk

1-3 JUNE Listings JUNE

Damp Knight Improv: Turtle Recall

WEDNESDAY 1 JUNE THEATREI Shakespeare at Traquair, UNTIL 11 JUNE The 2016 Shakespeare at Traquair production will be The Taming of The Shrew, celebrating their 21st annual production.

Traquair, nr Innerleithen T: 01721 725777 www.shakespeare-at-traquair.co.uk

WORKSHOPI Colourful creative craft days- natural dyes, 10AM Find out how to dye effectively with natural colours and how to make an indigo vat. The dyes are fun to use and give a large range of vibrant colours.

Tillmouth. £60, T: 01890 883038, www.cornhillcrafts.co.uk

Eastgate Theatre, Peebles £10, £8, £6 for schoolchildren T: 01721 725777 www.eastgatearts.com

MUSICI Mick Flavin, 7.30PM MUSICI The Unthanks, 7.30PM Multi-award winning Rachel and Becky Unthank are known for their timeless, unsentimental and quietly subversive musical tales of loss, fear, booze, brawls, abuse and sorrow. Expect traditionalism and sonic adventure.

Eastgate Theatre, Peebles

LITERATUREI Tea and Poetry Party in the Library Garden, 2.30PM A tea party with readings and poetry in the Centenary Garden at Kelso Library. ▲ Kelso Library & Contact Centre Entry by donation T: 01573 224951

THURSDAY 2 JUNE MUSICI Summer Concert, 7.30PM Join the thirty musicians of Peebles Concert Band as they celebrate eight years of music making taking in everything from musicals to movie themes, classical pieces to marches.

£16, £14, £6 for schoolchildren T: 01721 725777 www.eastgatearts.com

Ireland’s King of Country returns to the Buccleuch Centre The Buccleuch Centre, Langholm £17, www.buccleuchcentre.com

FRIDAY 3 JUNE

UNTIL 11 JUNE FESTIVALI West Linton Whipman www.whipman.com

THEATREI Damp Knight Improv: Turtle Recall, 8PM The Damp Knights are back for another evening of hilarious, improvised comedy that is as much influenced by their minds, as by the audience suggestions.

The Maltings, Berwick-upon-Tweed All tickets £5. T: 01289 330 999 www.maltingsberwick.co.uk What’s On Summer 2016

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3-6 JUNE Listings MUSICI Rolling Hills Folk, 8PM Tynesider Tom McConville a virtuoso musician and fantastic singer.

His live performances combine a rollercoaster of musical delights, rhythmic dance tunes, beautiful slow airs and a lovely voice.

Smith Memorial Hall, Darnick TD6 9AH £6 / £5, under 18s FREE T: 07986644 661 www.rollinghillsfolkclub.org.uk

LITERATUREI Ian McMillan with guest poet Thomas Clark, 8pm (doors open 7pm) “Poet, broadcaster and comedian Ian McMillan comes to Eyemouth for a hilarious night of verse and improvisation guaranteed to make your sides ache. Poet-inresidence to Barnsley FC, Ian will be supported by the Borders’s own Thomas Clark, poet-in-residence at Selkirk FC. Yorkshire vs the Borders; a match made in heaven!”

The Hippodrome, Harbour Road, Eyemouth TD14 5HT £12 (£11 “early bird”online) T: 01890 750099 / Occasions, 26 Market Place, Eyemouth www.eyemouthhippodrome.org Supported by Borders LIVE Touring

SATURDAY 4 JUNE EXHIBITIONI Treasures found, UNTIL 23 JULY Fascinating items of treasure trove found in recent years. ▲ Tweeddale Museum and Gallery, Peebles EH45 8AG 34 What’s On Summer 2016

Free admission T: 01721 724820 www.liveborders.org.uk

EXHIBITIONI Frontiers - The Berwickshire Football Story, UNTIL 29 AUGUST Football in Berwickshire from its earliest times until the present day.

This covers the professional and amateur teams in the county, from the triumph of the Scottish Cup to the passion of local rivalry. ▲ Coldstream Museum Free admission www.liveborders.org.uk

SPORTI AND 5 JUNE Jim Clark Rally www.jimclarkrally.org

published poet to absolute amateur!”

The Hippodrome, Harbour Road, Eyemouth TD14 5HT £5: including coffee and cake T: 01890 750099 www.eyemouthhippodrome.org ▲ Supported by Borders LIVE

Touring

EXHIBITIONI AND 5 JUNE Selkirk Boys @ Wasps Studios, 10am – 5pm Showing work by Alan Richmond, Colin Philip, John Berry, Alex Hain & Rob Hain.

Wasp’s Artists’ Studios, Level Crossing Road, Selkirk

MUSICI Pop Factor: The Concert!

2016, 6.30PM

LITERATUREI CREATIVE WRITING WORKSHOP: “EYE WRITE!”, 11AM – 1PM “Would like to write, but are short on inspiration? Selkirk FC poet-inresidence Thomas Clark and Eildon Tree editor Sara Clark are on hand to help you stretch your imagination in this practical and lively workshop.

Suitable for all ages and abilities, from

The Number 1 Pop Show touring the UK right now. From Taylor Swift

to Ed Sheeran, Katy Perry to Olly Murs we’ve squeezed in smash hits from all your favourite pop stars to create your very own pop concert!

The Maltings, Berwick-uponTweed, £13.50 / £12 concs, Box £40 T: 01289 330 999 www.maltingsberwick.co.uk

MUSICI Simon & Garfunkel Through the Years, 7.30pm Bookends return with their moving and powerful live performance featuring all the classic hits including The Sound of Silence, Mrs. Robinson, The Boxer and the unforgettable Bridge Over Troubled Water.

Eastgate Theatre, Peebles £16, £14, £6 for schoolchildren T: 01721 725777 www.eastgatearts.com

FILMI Charlie Chaplin: City Lights, 7.30pm

MUSICI Stillhound at St Boswells Live! 7.30pm Village Week music show at St Boswells Live! headlined by the enormously talented Edinburgh electropop band Stillhound, supported by singer-guitarist Angus Gunn.

St Boswells Village Hall £10 / £5 in advance T: 01835 822692 www.musicglue.com/ stboswellslive

SUNDAY 5 JUNE FILMI Captain America: Civil War, 2.30pm Political interference in the Avengers’ activities causes a rift between former allies Captain America and Iron Man. Stars Scarlett Johansson, Elizabeth Olsen and Chris Evans.

Eastgate Theatre, Peebles £8, £6 for schoolchildren, £24 family ticket T: 01721 725777 www.eastgatearts.com

FILMI See press for details, 4.30pm Eastgate Theatre, Peebles £8, £6 for schoolchildren, £24 family ticket T: 01721 725777 www.eastgatearts.com

Silent film with live Theatre Organ accompaniment New Palace Theatre Organ Heritage Centre, Greenlaw £6.50 / £3.50 T: 01361810759 www.nptohc.co.uk/events

MUSICI The Yetholm Sinfonia Wind Soloists, 7.30pm To mark the 200year anniversary of Kelso Town Hall The Yetholm Sinfonia Wind Soloists presents a one off performance - Sunshine in Music.

Kelso Town Hall

£9 / Friends £6 / students free T: 01573 420279

MUSICI Blake in Concert, 7.30pm The original Brit-Award winning vocal group Blake mixing pop, classical and musicals in one thrilling night The Buccleuch Centre, Langholm £21 / £19.50 www.buccleuchcentre.com

FILMI Our Kind of Traitor, 7.30pm A couple find themselves lured into a Russian oligarch’s plans to defect and are soon positioned between the Russian Mafia and the British Secret Service, neither of whom they can trust.

Eastgate Theatre, Peebles £8, £6 for schoolchildren, £24 family ticket T: 01721 725777 www.eastgatearts.com

MONDAY 6 JUNE UNTIL 12 JUNE FESTIVALI Hawick Common Riding, www.hawickcommonriding.com

WORKSHOPI Wild Forest Food and Fire, 10am During a guided walk, you will forage ingredients from meadow, woodland and riverside, then enjoy a delicious lunch made with our freshly picked ingredients and cooked on the campfire.

Harestanes & Divet Ha’, nr Ancrum, £45. www.natureunlimited.scot What’s On Summer 2016

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WORKSHOPI Colourful creative craft days - felted vessels, bowls & containers, 10am. Explore 3D feltmaking and create a beautiful felted vessel to take home.

Tillmouth £40. T: 01890 883038 www.cornhillcrafts.co.uk

WALKI Old Melrose Walk, 1.30pm Easy guided walk throught 2000 years of history including site of first Melrose monastery Old Melrose Tearoom, off A68 £2 children free T: 01835 822823

TALKI Border Archaeological Society, 7.30pm Dr Jane Webster, Newcastle University, will give a talk entitled “Young Archaeologists - Newcastle University’s work with the next generation” Berwick Parish Church Hall, off The Parade, Berwick, £2 T: 07873265975 www.border-archaeologicalsociety.co.uk

WEDNESDAY 8 JUNE MUSICI Kelso Accordian and Fiddle Club, 7pm Annual General Meeting Kelso Rugby Club

DRAMAI RSC Live: Hamlet (Live Broadcast), 7pm Simon Godwin (The Two Gentlemen of Verona 2014) 36 What’s On Summer 2016

RSC Live: Hamlet

directs Paapa Essiedu as Hamlet in Shakespeare’s searing tragedy.

As relevant today as when it was written, Hamlet confronts each of us with the mirror of our own mortality in an imperfect world. ▲ Heart of Hawick – Tower Mill £15 [£13] T: 01450 360688 www.liveborders.org.uk

MUSICI A Night of Dirty Dancing, 7.30pm Immerse yourself in this timeless theatrical treat. Re-live the passion, indulge the romance and celebrate the greatest movie soundtrack of all time.

The Buccleuch Centre, Langholm £19.50 / £18 www.buccleuchcentre.com

THURSDAY 9 JUNE MUSICI “Probably The Best Comedy Songs In The World Ever, Maybe”, 7.30pm This one does exactly what it says on the tin, possibly - a host of comedy songs covering a number of years by a host of great names....and a few surprises.

Wauchope Hall Town Yetholm £8. T: 01573420231 / Yetholm Village Shop

MUSICI Peebles Folk Club, 8:45pm Long established song and instrument-based sessions. All types of music - as long as it’s live!

Informal, lively atmosphere listeners as well as musicians

6-11 JUNE Listings made very welcome. It’s free - as is the homemade soup!!

Neidpath Inn, Peebles Free admission T: 01721 721697

FRIDAY 10 JUNE DANCEI Sleight of Hands, 7pm A dark but high energy piece of dance theatre, inspired by the use of plot twists in film and the wonder of magic. A collaborative project with award winning, Josh Baker-Mendoza and Cirque du Soleil magician Simon West.

The Maltings, Berwick-uponTweed £12.50 (£10-£11 concs) T: 01289 330 999 www.maltingsberwick.co.uk

DRAMAI Leaf by Niggle, 7pm

specially composed by Karine Polwart.

Eastgate Theatre, Peebles £10, £8, £6 for schoolchildren T: 01721 725777 www.eastgatearts.com

members and invited artists ▲ Tweeddale Museum and Gallery, Peebles EH45 8AG Free admission T: 01721 724820 www.liveborders.org.uk

MUSICI Rave On, 7.30pm

UNTIL 14 AUGUST EXHIBITIONI Rozee Colton – Linear

A celebration and recreation of Buddy Holly’s last ever concert, the Winter Dance Party. Rock’n’Roll at its best!

The Buccleuch Centre, Langholm £18.50 / £17.50 www.buccleuchcentre.com

EVENTI National Moth Night, Glenkinnon, 10pm A late night outing to watch moth trapping-possibly including Hawkmoths. You should be happy to stay till about 1am . Trapped moths will be on view at 10am on11th. at the same site.

Yair campsite car park west of Ashiestiel bridge . NT436349l Entry by donation T: 01896 753425 www.scottishwildlifetrust.org.uk Puppet State Theatre present Tolkien’s miniature masterpiece about Niggle, the painter obsessed with a curious picture of a tree set in a vast landscape. Music

SATURDAY 11 JUNE UNTIL 9 JULY

EXHIBITIONI Peebles Art Group

A showcase of photographic portraits by Edinburgh College of Art 2016 Graduate, exploring the relationship between photography and performance art. ▲ Old Gala House, Galashiels TD1 3JS Free admission T: 01750 726456 / 01896 752611 www.liveborders.org.uk

WORKSHOPI Rustic stool making, 9.30am Our extremely popular stool making days allow you to learn and leave with a whole load of skills.

From log to finished piece of green wood furniture, you’ll love every creative minute.

Buy Design Gallery, nr Ancrum £70 www.thebigtreesociety.co.uk

MUSICI Kathy Stewart ‘Almost Home’ new CD launch, with special guests, 7.30pm The Borders haven of acoustic music.” (The List).

The County Hotel, Selkirk TD7 4BZ T: 01750 721233 www.vixenrecords.com/sjclub.htm

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MUSICI Berwick Festival Opera: Iolanthe, 7.30pm A tangled web of a comic opera satirising the upper echelons of the British establishment, Iolanthe revels in all the hallmark wit and musical dexterity you’d expect from Gilbert and Sullivan at the height of their combined powers.

The Maltings, Berwick-upon-Tweed Stalls £16 - £20, Circle £23, under 16s free T: 01289 330 999 www.maltingsberwick.co.uk

SUNDAY 12 JUNE UNTIL 18 JUNE

FESTIVALI Selkirk Common Riding MUSICI Berwick Festival Opera: Iolanthe, 2pm See 11 June for listing details.

MUSICI Riddell Fiddles, 2 – 4pm Concert by Riddell Fiddles juniors and adults.

Wilton Park bandstand, Hawick Free admission www.riddlefiddles.co.uk

Free admission www.musicatpaxton.co.uk

TUESDAY 14

& WEDNESDAY 15 JUNE DANCEI Nancy’s Dancers Summer Showcase, 7pm Local dance teacher Nancy Steele and her very talented students return for a fun-filled, high-energy showcase. The show will feature several styles of dancing that delight audiences year after year.

The Maltings, Berwick-uponTweed £10 (£8 concs) T: 01289 330 999 www.maltingsberwick.co.uk

WEDNESDAY 15 JUNE

MUSICI Music at Paxton…plus, 2.30pm

WORKSHOPI Colourful creative craft days - weaving with a Peg loom, 10am

Informal concert featuring young musicians embarking on a professional career! Glasgowbased Sirocco Winds present a programme inspired by traditional music from around the world.

Paxton House

Enjoy a relaxing day weaving on a peg loom with beautiful plant dyed fleece, making a mat, wall hanging or maybe a small cushion cover.

Tillmouth £60. T: 01890 883038 www.cornhillcrafts.co.uk

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MUSICI California Feetwarmers, 7.30pm Masters of ragtime, Dixieland blues and early swing, California Feetwarmers re-visit material from The Blue Ridge Playboys, Scott Joplin, The Memphis Jugband and more.

Eastgate Theatre, Peebles £14, £12, £6 for schoolchildren T: 01721 725777 www.eastgatearts.com

THURSDAY 16 JUNE UNTIL 19 JUNE

FESTIVALI Borders Book Festival A wonderful four days of talks, discussions, food & drink, live music, comedy and more for all the family Harmony Garden, Melrose, TD6 9LJ www.bordersbookfestival.org

DRAMAI Royal Shakespeare Company: Hamlet, 7pm Hamlet; young, wealthy and living a hedonistic life studying abroad.

Then word reaches him that his

Sounds of Science with Evelyn Glennie, Jill Jarman and Christopher Lloyd,

TALKI St Ronan’s Wells and Health Tourism in Victorian Scotland, 7pm Learn about the fascinating history of the St Ronan’s Wells in Innerleithen and Spa Tourism in Victorian Scotland. This event is part of Future/Past – 150 years of Robert Smail’s printing Works. ▲ St Ronan’s Wells Visitor Centre, Innerleithen Free/donations to St Ronan’s Wells Visitor Centre would be welcomed E:rmays@nts.org.uk

LITERATUREI Borders Writers’ Forum, 7.30pm A talk by Barbara Harrison entitled genre hopping – writing for adults and children Trinity Centre, High Cross Ave, Melrose £3 (£10 annual fee)

FRIDAY 17 JUNE MUSICI Sounds of Science with Evelyn Glennie, Jill Jarman and Christopher Lloyd, 5.45 – 7.15pm The Sounds of Science is simply

©PHILIPP RATHMER

father is dead. Returning home he finds his world is utterly changed, his certainties smashed and his home a foreign land.

The Maltings, Berwick-uponTweed £16.75 (£15.75 concs), £8.75 child T: 01289 330 999 www.maltingsberwick.co.uk

unmissable – it’s the first time the festival has mounted a performance event on this scale.

The world’s greatest percussionist, Dame Evelyn Glennie will perform a groundbreaking soundscape written by composer Jill Jarman and conceived by time line specialist and world history author Christopher Lloyd. Telling the amazing tale of almost 100 scientific discoveries made in the last 10,000 years, Evelyn will play what she calls “sounds depicting significant moments in history, including the discovery of fire, the carving of the wheel, connecting us by telephone” while Christopher’s superb narration introduces some of the moments featured using a giant time line of more than 1,000 inventions.

Borders Book Festival, Harmony Garden, Melrose £20. T: 0844 357 1060 www.bordersbookfestival.org ▲ Supported by Borders LIVE Touring

MUSICI Ken Mathieson’s Classic Jazz Orchestra, 7pm Music associated with Louis Armstrong, Jelly Roll Morton, Bix Beiderbecke, Duke Ellington, Count Basie etc from the most colourful period of jazz’s history interpreted by Ken Mathieson’s award-winning Classic Jazz Orhcestra.

The Maltings, Berwick-uponTweed £12.50 (£10-£11 concs) under 16s free T: 01289 330 999 www.maltingsberwick.co.uk

DRAMAI Shakespeare Shorts – Hamlet, Romeo & Juliet, 7.30pm Shakespeare at Traquair presents two of the bard’s classics, reduced to fifty minutes each and specially adapted for young audiences.

Eastgate Theatre, Peebles £10, £6 for schoolchildren T: 01721 725777 www.eastgatearts.com What’s On Summer 2016

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MUSICI Rolling Hills Folk, 8pm

£70 www.thebigtreesociety.co.uk

Singers and musicians most welcome for our last gig before the summer break.

Smith Memorial Hall, Darnick TD6 9AH Entry by donation T: 079866 44 661 rollinghillsfolkclub.org.uk

WORKSHOPI Summer crewel embroidery workshop, 10am

AND 19 JUNE

Crewelwork workshop with Susie Finlayson of Yarns Ecosse, suitable for beginners and those who have attended previous workshops.

Materials required to stitch your own design are included in the price. ▲ Borders Textile Towerhouse, Hawick TD9 9EN £30 T: 01450 377615 www.heartofhawick.co.uk www.liveborders.org.uk

HERITAGEI Hawick’s German Prisoners: Stobs Internment Camp in Global Context, 1914-1919

WORKSHOPI Papermaking with Robert Smail’s Printing Works, 11am – 1pm & 2pm – 4pm

Free study weekend with experts on Stobs in its local and global context. Bring your artefacts for interpretation by experts.

Opportunity to visit site with SBC Archaeology Officer. Full programme available on request. ▲ Heart of Hawick Free admission T: 01450 360699 www.liveborders.org.uk

TALKI Andy Kirkpatrick, 7.30pm

SATURDAY 18 JUNE MUSICI Riverside Rock Music Festival Riverside Park, Jedburgh www.riversiderock.co.uk

WORKSHOPI Willow basket making, 9.30am Come and make your very own willow basket. Traditional willow basketry course covering all the techniques needed to take home a basket at the end of the day.

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As Britian’s only ‘stand up climber’ MTAF are pleased to welcome Andy to this years’ party. After a great day in the hills, grab a pint and join us for a lough.

The Buccleuch Centre, Langholm £10. www.buccleuchcentre.com

MUSICI Jenny Sturgeon and Jonny Hardie, 8pm Singer/songwriter Jenny Sturgeon combines with Old Blind Dogs guitarist/musician Jonny Hardie for an evening of traditional and contemporary arrangements.

14 years + The Hippodrome,Eyemouth £12. T: 01890 750099 www.eyemouthhippodrome.org

MUSICI

Learn how to make your own beautiful and unique handmade paper from used paper scraps and water from the St. Ronan’s Wells. ▲ St. Ronan’s Wells Visitor Centre, Innerleithen Free, donations welcome www.nts.org.uk

Who’s Next, 8pm Who’s Next are Europe’s premier live tribute to The Who. They capture a magical point in time when many believe that The Who were the greatest rock and roll band on earth.

The Maltings, Berwick-upon-Tweed Stalls £10 - £16, Circle £18, Box £40. T: 01289 330 999 www.maltingsberwick.co.uk

17-23 JUNE Listings SUNDAY 19 JUNE HERITAGEI Hosted event 55th Annual Jimmie Guthrie Memorial Run, 1.30pm A great chance to see a range of vintage cars and motor cycles as they call in at Harestanes.

Organised by the Hawick and Border Motor Cycle Club. ▲ Harestanes Countryside Visitor Centre, Ancrum, Jedburgh TD8 6UQ T: 01835 830306 www.liveborders.org.uk

MUSICI Hawick Saxhorn Band, 2pm The Hawick Saxhorn Band returns for two Sunday sessions this summer at the bandstand.

Hopefully the Wilton Lodge Park Suite will feature again in their concert. ▲ Wilton Lodge Park Bandstand, Hawick Free admission www.liveborders.org.uk

A warm-hearted and openarmed journey through Scottish music, landscape and time in the company of two of our country’s most distinct and vital voices, Aidan Moffat and Sheila Stewart.

Eastgate Theatre, Peebles £8, £6 for schoolchildren, £24 family ticket T: 01721 725777 www.eastgatearts.com

MUSICI Riddell Fiddles, 6.30pm A songs of praise type concert.

Ancrum Kirk Entry by donation to charity www.riddlefiddles.co.uk

MONDAY 20 JUNE UNTIL 25 JUNE

FESTIVALI Melrose Festival UNTIL 25 JUNE FESTIVALI Peebles Beltane Festival www.peeblesbeltanefestival.com

WEDNESDAY 22 JUNE WORKSHOPI Colourful creative craft days - weaving with a Brinkley loom, 10am Learn how to weave on a Brinkley loom with beautiful plant dyed wool to make a small bag or a wall hanging. A quick and easy loom to use.

Tillmouth £60. T: 01890 883038 www.cornhillcrafts.co.uk

THURSDAY 23 JUNE DRAMAI NT Live: The Audience [Encore], 7pm Featuring Helen Mirren’s multiaward-winning performance as Queen Elizabeth II - The Audience returns to cinemas in celebration of the monarch’s 90th birthday. ▲ Heart of Hawick – Tower Mill £14 [£12] T: 01450 360688 www.liveborders.org.uk

MUSICI Gina McCormack and Nigel Clayton, 2.30pm Music in Peebles presents some of Britain’s leading artists virtuoso violinist Gina McCormack and award winning pianist Nigel Clayton in this fundraising concert.

Eastgate Theatre, Peebles £12, £6 for schoolchildren T: 01721 725777 www.eastgatearts.com

FILMI Where You’re Meant To Be, 2.30pm What’s On Summer 2016

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UNTIL 25 JUNE THEATREI Maltings Junior Youth Theatre: Bugsy Malone, 7pm

MUSICI Peebles Folk Club, 8:45pm See 9 June for listing details

FRIDAY 24 JUNE MUSICI The Corn Potato String Band supported by Katie Forbes and the Hoggles, 8pm The Corn Potato String Band have delighted audiences with their driving fiddle tunes and harmonious singing across the US, Canada, Europe, Mexico, and India.

Smailholm Village Hall £16 / £9 / £6 T: 01573 460666

Our dynamic Junior Youth Theatre are back with a bang! Hilarious baddies, singing boxers, dancing down and outs, this musical has it all.

Did we mention the splurge guns, the custard pies and Lena Morelli?

The Maltings, Berwick-uponTweed £10 (£8 concs), Family Ticket £30 T: 01289 330 999 www.maltingsberwick.co.uk

MUSICI Concert hosted by Borders Music & Arts Society, 7.30pm Join us for an evening with the Zelkova String Quartet (Royal Northern College of Music) - Mozart, Debussy, Beethoven. Optional preconcert reception & after concert supper with the artists.

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SATURDAY 25 JUNE AND 26 JUNE

WORKSHOPI Rustic chair making, 9.30am You will design and build your own rustic hedge chair. Learning traditional techniques in a traditional setting take home a piece of the Borders’ countryside.

Booking essential.

Buy Design Gallery £160 www.thebigtreesociety.co.uk

The Corn Potato String Band

UNTIL 7 AUGUST EXHIBITIONI Justine Miller – Perennial Pathways Justine explores the woodland environment of the Scottish Borders, combining photographic and digital media with hand drawn and coloured images, creating a landscape of impression and emotion to capture intimate hidden glimpses and shadows. ▲ Old Gala House, Galashiels TD1 3JS T: 01750 726456 / 01896 752611 www.liveborders.org.uk

UNTIL 29 SEPTEMBER EXHIBITIONI The Dapper Gentleman Sprucing up one’s appearance is important to the fashionable gentlemen. A display of some personal grooming equipment from the past. ▲ Kelso Library Contact Centre Free admission www.liveborders.org.uk

WORKSHOPI Understanding your digital camera, 9:45am

23-27 JUNE Listings This one-day workshop will cover the basics of photography and the workings of your digital camera, including using the manual mode for more creative possibilities.

Small group (max. 6) White Fox Gallery, Unit 1, Hirsel Estate, Coldstream TD12 4LW £75. T: 07980 402 755 www.whitefoxgallery.co.uk

WORKSHOPI Wild Pharmacy, 10am Herbalist Victoria Chanin will lead a gentle low level walk in search of medicinal plants, describing their uses and sharing folklore. Booking essential.

Grey Mare’s Tail Nature Reserve £5. T: 07713 786230 www.nts.org.uk

DRAMAI Get up and Tie Your Fingers Eyemouth, 3pm & 7pm An exciting new production of the Eyemouth based play Get up and Tie Your Fingers, combining storytelling, singing and dance.

All created and performed by Eyemouth community.

Eyemouth Parish Church £3, children under 12 free T: 07791749945 seasangsinging@gmail.com ▲ Supported by Borders LIVE Touring

MUSICI Scocha, 7.30pm Scottish Folk n Roll from Hawick’s very own Scocha The Buccleuch Centre, Langholm £15 under 18s £5 www.buccleuchcentre.com

SUNDAY 26 JUNE

T: 01361810759 www.nptohc.co.uk/events

FESTIVALI Braw Lads Gathering

DRAMAI Get up and Tie Your Fingers Eyemouth, 7pm ▲ See 25 June for listing details.

UNTIL 2 JULY

WORKSHOPI Understanding your digital camera, 9.45am This one day workshop will cover the basics of photography and the workings of your digital camera, including using the manual mode for more creative possibilities.

Small group.

White Fox Gallery, Unit 1 Hirsel Estate, Coldstream TD12 4LW £75 Tel: 07980 402 755 www.whitefoxgallery.co.uk

MUSICI Dougie MacLean in concert, 2pm Dougie Maclean has built an international reputation as songwriter, composer and performer. His anthem Caledonia has topped the Scottish charts and is one of Scotland’s most popular contemporary songs.

Wilton Lodge Park, Hawick £8 T: 01450 360688 www.liveborders.org.uk

MUSICI Larry McGuire in concert, 2:45pm Scotland’s last cinema organist maestro Larry McGuire performs a selection of well known light music.

New Palace Theatre Organ Heritage Centre, Greenlaw £6.50 / £3.50

MUSICI Swingin’ in Slippers, 7.30pm A brand new swing show bringing you the music of Perry Como, Andy Williams, Doris Day and many more.

The Buccleuch Centre, Langholm £16 / £14 www.buccleuchcentre.com

MUSICI Corn Potato String Band, 8pm The Corn Potato String Band has earned high praise in traditional American music, with old time fiddle, banjo and guitar music and song.

The Hippodrome,Eyemouth £10 T: 01890 750099 www.eyemouthhippodrome.org

MONDAY 27 JUNE MUSICI Royal Opera: Werther (live broadcast), 7pm Music full of lyrical beauty, passion and emotional fervour; based on Goethe’s novel The Sorrows of Young Werther. Massenet’s opera tells the story of the poet Werther’s hopeless love for Charlotte, who is committed to another man…

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£16.75 (£15.75 concs), £8.75 child T: 01289 330 999 www.maltingsberwick.co.uk

MUSICI ROH Live: Werther [Live Broadcast], 7.15pm See above listing for event description. ▲ Heart of Hawick – Tower Mill £15 [£13] T: 01450 360688 www.liveborders.org.uk

MUSICI Royal Opera House: Live screening of Werther, 7.30pm See above listing for event description.

Eastgate Theatre, Peebles £17, £10 for schoolchildren T: 01721 725777 www.eastgatearts.com

TUESDAY 28 JUNE MUSICI Glyndebourne Opera: Il Barbiere di Siviglia, 7pm

Royal Opera House: Werther

Figaro, the renowned Barber of Seville, uses every trick he can muster to ensure his master wins his chosen bride. Madcap disguises accompany twists and turns in a whirlwind plot, whilst Figaro’s cunning knows no bounds.

The Maltings, Berwick-uponTweed £16.75 (£15.75 concs), £8.75 child T: 01289 330 999 www.maltingsberwick.co.uk

WEDNESDAY 29 JUNE AND 30 JUNE

WORKSHOPI Colourful creative craft days - Eco printing 2 day course, 10am Find out how to print with found botanicals on fabrics and paper, make your own printed silk scarf.

Combine with natural dyeing, indigo and shibori techniques.

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HERITAGEI Paxton House Vintage Rally, 11am Paxton House Adult £5, entry for children by donation www.paxtonhouse.co.uk

THURSDAY 30 JUNE WORKSHOPI Colourful creative craft days - natural dyes, 10am See 1 June for listing details

LITERATUREI Shore to Shore: Celebrating Poetry with the Carol Ann Duffy & friends, 7.30pm Celebrating poetry and community with the Laureate and friends.

Carol Ann Duffy, Gillian Clarke, Imtiaz Dharker, Jackie Kay, John Sampson plus special guest poet.

St Boswells Village Hall £15.

E:shoretoshore@macmillan.com

27 JUNE - 3 JULY Listings JULY FRIDAY 1 JULY UNTIL 31 JULY

EXHIBITIONI Peter Knox: An Artist at Sea An exhibition of the drawings, notebooks and paintings of artist Peter Knox, who spent 3 years as a tutor with the merchant navy.

The Hippodrome, Eyemouth Free admission Tel: 01890 750099 www.eyemouthhippodrome.org

THEATREI The Accrington Pals by Peter Wheelan, 7pm

through colour, the importance of structure and the work of Paul Klee.

Duns Library Contact Centre Free admission www.liveborders.org.uk

WORKSHOPI Rustic stool making, 9.30am See 11 June for listing details

FILMI An evening with Buster Keaton, 7.30pm Selection of Buster Keaton silent films with live Theatre Organ accompaniment New Palace Theatre Organ Heritage Centre, Greenlaw £6.50 / £3.50 T: 01361810759 www.nptohc.co.uk/events

SUNDAY 3 JULY UNTIL 9 JULY Set in the early years of the WW1, depicting the experiences of the men at the front and the women left behind to face social changes.

The Maltings, Berwick-upon-Tweed £12.50 (£10-£11 concs) T: 01289 330 999 www.maltingsberwick.co.uk

SATURDAY 2 JULY UNTIL 13 AUGUST

EXHIBITIONI Harmony, Composition and Klee Exhibition of artwork by Graeme Walker. He has been obsessed with the relationship between painting and music, achieving harmony

FESTIVALI Duns Summer Festival

CRAFTI Bee-keeping in the Borders, 1pm Are you interested in keeping honey bees but would like to find out more before making the commitment? Come along and meet experienced and enthusiastic members of the Borders Beekeepers Association for essential advice. Traditional skep-making demonstration, crafts and fun activities too. ▲ Harestanes Countryside Visitor Centre, Ancrum, Jedburgh TD8 6UQ Free admission Tel: 01835 830306 www.liveborders.org.uk

DANCEI Jane Keenan School of Ballet: La Sylphide, a ballet of the romantic era, 2.30pm & 5pm

UNTIL 9 JULY FESTIVALI Jedburgh Callants Festival www.jethartcallantsfestival.com

HERITAGEI Reivers & Archers, 12 noon The Scotts of Buccleuch were once a well-known reiving family. Come and enjoy demonstrations in sword fighting from Borders Clansmen Reenactment Society, and in archery from the Barons Folley Archers Bowhill House & Country Estate, Selkirk, TD7 5ET Estate admission charge www.bowhillhouse.co.uk

With its Scottish setting and story of a supernatural being who falls in love with a mortal, this enchanting ballet, freely adapted from the 1832 original, is guaranteed to delight… with special guest Anna Noonan dancing the Sylph.

The Maltings, Berwick-upon-Tweed Stalls £10 (£8 concs), Circle £12, Box £30, Child £6, Family £30 T: 01289 330 999 www.maltingsberwick.co.uk What’s On Summer 2016

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FILMI Angry Birds, 2.30pm Three birds (Jason Sudeikis, Josh Gad, Danny McBride) investigate the mysterious arrival of pigs to their island paradise.

Eastgate Theatre, Peebles £8, £6 for schoolchildren, £24 family ticket T: 01721 725777 www.eastgatearts.com

FILMI See press for details, 4.30pm & 7.30pm Eastgate Theatre, Peebles £8, £6 for schoolchildren, £24 family ticket T: 01721 725777 www.eastgatearts.com

MONDAY 4 JULY WORKSHOPI Colourful creative craft days - felted scarves, 10am Come for a day and learn how to make a long felt scarf in soft merino with silk and other decorative fibres. There are lots of possibilities to explore!

Tillmouth £40 T: 01890 883038 www.cornhillcrafts.co.uk

WALKI Old Melrose Walk, 1.30pm See 6 June for listing details

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Award winning accordionist and teenage sensation, Brandon is supported by his six piece Country Band. Scotland’s Son of Fun Eddie Rose will also entertain with his great singing voice and fantastic sense of humour.

The Maltings, Berwick-upon-Tweed Stalls and Circle £19, Box £57 T: 01289 330 999 www.maltingsberwick.co.uk

Kenneth Branagh directs Richard Madden (Game of Thrones’ Rob Stark) and Lily James (Cinderella) as Romeo and Juliet and Sir Derek Jacobi as Mercutio.

The Maltings, Berwick-upon-Tweed £16.75 (£15.75 concs), £8.75 child T: 01289 330 999 www.maltingsberwick.co.uk

THURSDAY 7 JULY

DRAMAI Kenneth Brannagh Theatre presents Romeo and Juliet, 7.30pm

FESTIVALI St Ronan’s Border Games and Cleikum Ceremonies

See ablove listing for description.

The Buccleuch Centre, Langholm £14 / £12 www.buccleuchcentre.com

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Innerleithen

DRAMAI Romeo & Juliet, 7pm William Shakespeare’s classic tale live in High Definition from the Garrick Theatre.

Pavilion Cinema, Galashiels £17.50 / £16 T: 01896 752767 www.pavilioncinema.co.uk

DRAMAI Branagh Theatre Live: Romeo & Juliet, 7.15pm Reuniting the stars of his celebrated film of Cinderella,

MUSICI Peebles Folk Club, 8:45pm See 9 June for listing details

FRIDAY 8 JULY MUSICI Berwick Festival Opera: Byre Opera – The Turn of the Screw, 7.30pm This spine-tingling adaptation of a Henry James short story tells the tragic tale of two small children haunted by two servants.

A drama dripping with tension and ambiguity that has tantalised

Berwick Festival Opera: Byre Opera – The Turn of the Screw

audiences for over 50 years.

The Maltings, Berwick-upon-Tweed Stalls/Circle £15 (£10 - £13.50 concs) T: 01289 330 999 www.maltingsberwick.co.uk

MUSICI The Brandon McPhee Show, 7.30pm 19 year old Brandon is already acclaimed for his unsurpassed skill on the accordion. Supported by his Scottish Band and a 6 piece country band and Eddie Rose, Scotland’s Son of Fun! The Buccleuch Centre, Langholm £18 www.buccleuchcentre.com

SATURDAY 9 JULY SPORTI Kelso Legends of Darts Masters, 5pm Great exhibition of Darts with 8 players such as Scotty Waites, Booby George and Trina Gulliver MBE. Live music and disco after show party. Over 18’s only.

Springwood Hall, Kelso, TD5 8LS £20 per adult or £45 for a meet and greet ticket.

T: 08448442920 www.shownights.com

3-14 JULY Listings THEATREI Women on the Verge of a TJunction - The MsFits Theatre Company, 7.30pm Three women, four counting the scary PC, on a collision course that will change their lives forever… and seriously damage their rear view mirrors! When their cars collide at a T junction three very different lives get as entangled as their bumpers in an hilarious and poignant comedy drama from The MsFits.

Oxton Memorial Hall £8, concessions £7 ▲ Supported by Borders LIVE Touring

TUESDAY 12 JULY WORKSHOPI Colourful creative craft days - weaving with a Brinkley loom, 10am See 22 June for listing details

WEDNESDAY 13 JULY THEATREI Holy Trinity First School Summer Show 2016, 1pm & 7pm

MUSICI String Jam Club, 7.30pm See 11 June for listing details.

SUNDAY 10 JULY WALKI Mountain Navigation, 10am Equip yourself with a range of navigation techniques by joining a mountain leader qualified ranger for a full day on the hill. A good level of fitness is required. Booking essential Grey Mare’s Tail Nature Reserve £25. T: 07713 786230 www.nts.org.uk

MUSICI Hawick Saxhorn Band, 2pm ▲ See 19 June for listing details

MONDAY 11 JULY WORKSHOPI Colourful creative craft days - weaving with a Peg loom, 10am

The talented children of Holy Trinity Church of England Aided First School, Berwick-upon-Tweed return for their annual theatrical production.

The Maltings, Berwick-upon-Tweed £8 (£6 concs), Matinee £7 (£5 concs) T: 01289 330 999 www.maltingsberwick.co.uk

THURSDAY 14 JULY THEATREI Holy Trinity First School Summer Show 2016, 7pm See 13 July for event listing.

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The Young Vic’s ‘magnetic, electrifying, astonishingly bold’ production of Arthur Miller’s tragic masterpiece stars Mark Strong as longshoreman Eddie Carbone whose jealous mistrust exposes a deep, unspeakable secret.

Eastgate Theatre, Peebles £14, £10 for schoolchildren T: 01721 725777 www.eastgatearts.com

MUSICI Flute & Piano Recital, 7.30pm In the beautiful Adam music room Hannah Foster (Flute) Iain Clarke (Piano) Bach,Poulenc,Bizet ,Debussy. Light supper Mellerstain House, nr Gordon £13.50 / £17.50 T: 01835 864153

FRIDAY 15 JULY UNTIL 24 JULY

FESTIVALI Music at Paxton Festival An annual festival of top-quality chamber music presented in Paxton House’s magnificent Picture Gallery, featuring a stellar line-up of international musicians and ensembles.

Paxton House, Berwick-uponTweed TD15 1SZ £5 to £25 www.musicatpaxton.co.uk

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Magic, the first and one of the best tribute to Queen, perform all of Queen’s greatest hits plus some you may not have heard for a while, in their latest show.

The Maltings, Berwick-upon-Tweed Various ticket prices T: 01289 330 999 www.maltingsberwick.co.uk

MUSICI Music at Paxton Festival, 7.30pm Alina Ibragimova (violin), Pieter Wispelwey (cello), Cédric Tiberghien (piano) This year’s Festival opens with Ibragimova and Tiberghien performing Beethoven’s ‘Waldstein’ (piano) and ‘Spring’ (violin and piano) sonatas. They are joined by Wispelwey for the ever popular ‘Archduke’ piano trio.

Paxton House, Berwick-uponTweed TD15 1SZ £25 / £12.50 T. 0131 473 2000 www.hubtickets.co.uk www.musicatpaxton.co.uk

MUSICI Declan Nerney in Concert with Nicky James, 7.30pm A toe tapping evening guaranteed from Irish delight Declan Nerney.

The Buccleuch Centre, Langholm £17 www.buccleuchcentre.com

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DRAMAI National Theatre Encore: A View from the Bridge, 7pm

The Summer Show

SATURDAY 16 JULY UNTIL 24 JULY

FESTIVALI Eyemouth Herring Queen www.ehq.org.uk

FESTIVALI Kelso Farmers’ Market and Street Fair A street Fair and Farmer’s Market to celebrate the 200 years Anniversary of Kelso Town Hall Kelso Town Square Free admission www.kelsoconnections.co.uk

UNTIL 27 AUGUST EXHIBITIONI The Summer Show An eclectic mix of comtemporary paintings, sculptures and glass by invited artists from across the Scottish Borders and stunning mosaics from an Edinburgh based artist.

14-17 JULY Listings WALKI Skirmish Hill Walk, 1.30pm A guided walk around sites associated with the 1526 action between Walter Scott of Buccleuch and the Earl of Angus.

Melrose Parish Church £3. T: 01835 822823

MUSICI Music at Paxton Festival, 4.30pm

▲ Tweeddale Museum and Gallery, Peebles EH45 8AG Free admission T: 01721 724820 www.liveborders.org.uk

WALKI Wildlife –Walking, 9am A steep climb of about 300m (1,000 ft) to see interesting plants and other wildlife. Meet at St. Dunstan’s (Health Centre )car park, Melrose NT545341 to organise car share or take A-708 past St. Mary’s Loch to Grey Mare’s Tail car park NT185145 Entry by donation Tel: 01835824898 www.scottishwildlifetrust.org.uk

WORKSHOPI Rustic stool making, 9.30am See 11 June for listing details

Pieter Wispelwey (cello) Famed for his interpretations of Bach’s solo cello suites, Wispelwey performs the first, second and sixth suites in the intimacy of Paxton’s Robert Adam Dining Room – not to be missed!

Paxton House, Berwick-uponTweed TD15 1SZ £15 / £7.50 T. 0131 473 2000 www.hubtickets.co.uk www.musicatpaxton.co.uk

THEATREI Women on the Verge of a TJunction - The MsFits Theatre Company, 7.30pm See 9 July for event description.

Stichill Village Hall £8. Concessions £7 T: 01573 470707 georgeanderson801@btinternet.com ▲ Supported by Borders LIVE Touring

MUSICI Robyn Stapleton with Aaron Jones, 7.30pm BBC Radio Scotland’s Young Traditional Musician of the Year returns to Yetholm after sell out concert last year with Aaron Jones

on Bouzouki, guitar and vocals Wauchope Hall Town Yetholm £8. T: 01573420231 / Yetholm Village Shop

MUSICI Music at Paxton Festival, 7.30pm Doric String Quartet, Alina Ibragimova (violin), Cédric Tiberghien (piano) Thomas Adès The Four Quarters and Beethoven’s Op 59 No 2 ‘Razumovsky’ are followed by a sensational collaboration between the Doric String Quartet, Ibragimova and Tiberghien in Chausson’s rarelyperformed Chausson.

Paxton House, Berwick-uponTweed TD15 1SZ £25 / £12.50 T. 0131 473 2000 www.hubtickets.co.uk www.musicatpaxton.co.uk

SUNDAY 17 JULY MUSICI Music at Paxton Festival, 11.30am Alina Ibragimova (violin), Pieter Wispelwey (cello), Cédric Tiberghien (piano) Written in homage to JS Bach, Max Reger’s Suite No 1 for solo cello is performed alongside Bartok’s Sonata for piano, and Brahms’ Sonata No 3 for violin and piano.

Paxton House, Berwick-uponTweed TD15 1SZ. £15 / £7.50 T. 0131 473 2000 www.hubtickets.co.uk www.musicatpaxton.co.uk

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WORKSHOPI Percussion Workshop, 2pm Come along to the bandstand and have a go at a variety of percussion instruments. No experience necessary, just a passion for banging on things. All ages welcome. ▲ Wilton Lodge Park Bandstand, Hawick Free admission www.liveborders.org.uk

FILMI See press for details, 2.30, 4.30 & 7.30pm £8, £6 for schoolchildren, £24 family ticket Eastgate Theatre, Peebles T: 01721 725777 www.eastgatearts.com

THEATREI Jimmy Cricket Laughter Show, 2.30pm The much loved Irish Comedian, Jimmy Cricket, will bring his family-friendly laughter show to the Maltings for one afternoon only.

Jimmy will arrive equipped with one-liners galore and a sprinkling of visual comedy.

The Maltings, Berwick-upon-Tweed £12 (£10 - £10.50 concs) T: 01289 330 999 www.maltingsberwick.co.uk

MUSICI Music at Paxton Festival, 6pm Doric String Quartet, Pieter Wispelwey (cello) The Doric String Quartet present a feast of Schubert. Following the Quarttettsatz, Wispelwey joins them for a performance of the composer’s last completed work, the sublime Quintet in C. Paxton House, Berwick-uponTweed TD15 1SZ £22 / £11 T. 0131 473 2000 www.hubtickets.co.uk www.musicatpaxton.co.uk

MONDAY 18 JULY UNTIL 23 JULY

FESTIVALI Kelso Civic Week

TUESDAY 19 JULY MUSICI Feis Chataibh Ceilidh Trail, 12 noon The best of young musical talent for a special mid-week concert in the bandstand. Expect high quality Scottish traditional music. ▲ Wilton Lodge Park Bandstand, Hawick Free admission www.liveborders.org.uk

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MUSICI Glyndebourne Opera: Die Meistersinger von Nurnberg, 5.30pm Hans Sachs is the most celebrated of the Mastersingers, a group of poets and musicians who have created complex rules for composing and performing their songs. Their world is turned upside down by free-thinking Walther who enters their singing competition.

The Maltings, Berwick-upon-Tweed £16.75 (£15.75 concs), £8.75 child T: 01289 330 999 www.maltingsberwick.co.uk

MUSICI Music at Paxton Festival, 7.30pm Emily Mitchell (soprano), Geoffrey Tanti (piano); Wildings (flute, fiddle, piano) Presented in association with Live Music Now Scotland, this double bill will feature new commissions – including one written by the musicians themselves – alongside a selection of songs by Richard Strauss.

Paxton House, Berwick-uponTweed TD15 1SZ £12 / £6 T. 0131 473 2000 www.hubtickets.co.uk www.musicatpaxton.co.uk

17-23 JULY Listings WEDNESDAY 20 JULY MUSICI Music at Paxton Festival, 7.30pm Hear this stellar group of wind players from the Scottish Chamber Orchestra in the intimate acoustic of the Picture Gallery in a wideranging programme spanning two centuries of wind classics.

Paxton House, Berwick-uponTweed TD15 1SZ £20 / £10 T. 0131 473 2000 www.hubtickets.co.uk www.musicatpaxton.co.uk

THURSDAY 21 JULY MUSICI Music at Paxton Festival, 7.30pm Rachel Podger (baroque violin), Kristian Bezuidenhout (fortepiano) An explosive partnership of two inspirational artists, acclaimed baroque violinist Podger and ‘the finest living exponent of the fortepiano’ Bezuidenhout present a programme of Mozart and Beethoven guaranteed to thrill.

Paxton House, Berwick-uponTweed TD15 1SZ £22 / £11 T. 0131 473 2000 www.hubtickets.co.uk www.musicatpaxton.co.uk

MUSICI Peebles Folk Club, 8:45pm See 9 June for listing details

FRIDAY 22 JULY WALKI Mountain Wildflowers, 10am

Search for high altitude specialists at one of the best sites for upland plants in the south of Scotland. A good level of fitness is required.

Booking essential Grey Mare’s Tail Nature Reserve £20 T: 07713 786230 www.nts.org.uk

Paxton House, Berwick-uponTweed TD15 1SZ £22 / £11 T. 0131 473 2000 www.hubtickets.co.uk www.musicatpaxton.co.uk

MUSICI The Outside Track, 8pm

MUSICI Feis Rois Ceilidh Trail, 1pm Catch the hugely talented young musicians of Feis Rois as they fill the café with traditional Scottish music.

Eastgate Theatre, Peebles Free performance www.eastgatearts.com

MUSICI 10 String Symphony, 7.30pm Debut UK tour by Nashville bluegrass duo Rachel Baiman and Christian Sedelmyer. 5­string fiddle players, their new Weight of The World album is creating reverberations on both sides of the Atlantic.

Eastgate Theatre, Peebles £14, £12, £6 for schoolchildren T: 01721 725777 www.eastgatearts.com

MUSICI Music at Paxton Festival, 7.30pm The Van Kuijk String Quartet. The Scottish debut of this awardwinning ensemble (2015 Wigmore Hall String Quartet competition) features two of the chamber music greats – Mozart’s ‘Dissonance’ and Ravel’s Quartet in F – alongside Poulenc’s Mélodies.

Multi-Award-winning celtic band The Outside Track’s hotly anticipated return to the Maltings.

Boundless drive, and winning joiede-vivre combine in a marriage of thrilling celtic music, song and dance.

The Maltings, Berwick-upon-Tweed £12.50 (£10 - £11 concs) T: 01289 330 999 www.maltingsberwick.co.uk

SATURDAY 23 JULY UNTIL 17 SEPTEMBER EXHIBITIONI Sky Felts Thought-provoking and contemporary fibre art exploring the theme of skies and clouds translated into sculptures, clothing, What’s On Summer 2016

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wall hangings and accessories.

Developed by textile artists Ewa Kuniczak, Ann Ross, Mairi Campbell and Jenny Mackay. ▲ Border Textile Towerhouse, Hawick TD9 9EN Free admission Tel: 01450377615 www.liveborders.org.uk

AND 24 JULY WORKSHOPI Rustic chair making, 9.30am See 25 June for listing details

TALKI Music at Paxton Festival, 5pm Canadian-born pianist Angela Hewitt needs no introduction. Her interpretation of the music of JS Bach is world renowned. Come and hear her talk to Neil Butterworth.

Paxton House, Berwick-uponTweed TD15 1SZ £5 / concessions free entry T. 0131 473 2000 www.hubtickets.co.uk www.musicatpaxton.co.uk

MUSICI “André Rieu’s 2016 Maastricht Concert”, 7pm The Maastricht concerts are André’s most popular concerts of the year and 2016 is shaping up to be his biggest and most spectacular concert ever to be screened in cinemas.

Pavilion Cinema, Galashiels £19 / £17 T: 01896 752767 www.pavilioncinema.co.uk

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MUSICI Music at Paxton Festival, 7.30pm Angela Hewitt (piano) Angela Hewitt’s interpretation of Bach is critically acclaimed. Here she performs two complete sets of inventions interspersed with sonatas

by D Scarlatti and two masterworks from the Classical period.

Paxton House, Berwick-uponTweed TD15 1SZ £25 / £12.50. T. 0131 473 2000 www.hubtickets.co.uk www.musicatpaxton.co.uk

SUNDAY 24 JULY UNTIL 30 OCTOBER EXHIBITIONI The Art of Fishing Fly-tying, artworks and local fishing history - this exhibition celebrates fishing and the River Teviot with lots of interesting items on show from the Museum’s collection and local lenders. The exhibition will host fly-tying sessions throughout its run – watch press for details. ▲ Hawick Museum, Hawick TD9 7JL Free admission T: 01450 364747 www.liveborders.org.uk

New work by Julia Cowie, designer and metal worker

HERITAGEI Saving and Sharing: Stories of the Scottish Borders in WW1, 12 noon Bring along your WW1 artefacts and share your family’s memories to help preserve them for future generations. ▲ Harestanes Countryside Visitor Centre, Ancrum, Jedburgh TD8 6UQ Free admission T: 01835 830306 www.liveborders.org.uk

UNTIL 16 OCTOBER EXHIBITIONI New work by Julia Cowie, designer and metal worker A reflection on the Berwickshire landscape, sustainability and the importance of the domestic: vessels and other fabulous artworks cast in metal, created through traditional age old processes.

White Fox Gallery, Unit 1, Hirsel Estate, Coldstream TD12 4LW Free admission T: 07980 402 755 www.whitefoxgallery.co.uk

23-30 JULY Listings MUSICI The Boy with the Lion Head and friends, 2pm A surprise hit at last year’s inaugural bandstand music series, a wonderful local band returns to the park, this time with some friends. ▲ Wilton Lodge Park Bandstand, Hawick Free admission www.liveborders.org.uk

MUSICI Music at Paxton Festival, 3.30pm Granny Green (trumpet, accordion, tuba) This unique and innovative trio of talented young Scottish musicians delight with their programme of world folk music with a contemporary twist – hear them at Paxton and bring the family!

Paxton House, Berwick-uponTweed TD15 1SZ £7.50 / concessions free T. 0131 473 2000 www.hubtickets.co.uk www.musicatpaxton.co.uk

MUSICI Music at Paxton Festival, 6pm We welcome back the Scottish Ensemble – regular visitors to Music at Paxton – to close the Festival, in a programme featuring Brahms’ second string sextet and Schoenberg’s deeply passionate Verklärte Nacht.

Paxton House, Berwick-uponTweed TD15 1SZ £22 / £11. T. 0131 473 2000 www.hubtickets.co.uk www.musicatpaxton.co.uk

MONDAY 25 JULY AND 26 JULY

WORKSHOPI Colourful creative craft days - Eco Printing 2 day course, 10am

Springwood Park, Kelso TD5 8LS Various entry prices T: 01573 224188 enquiries@buas.org

WALKI Groovy Grasses, 1pm

See 1 June for listing details

Our ‘Learn 5’ event this year looks at grasses and how to identify them. This is a low level easy walk, and no experience or equipment is required. Booking essential Grey Mare’s Tail Nature Reserve £5. Tel: 07713 786230 www.nts.org.uk/

THURSDAY 28 JULY

SATURDAY 30 JULY

See 29 June for listing details

TUESDAY 26 JULY WORKSHOPI Colourful creative craft days - natural dyes, 10am

DRAMAI National Theatre of Scotland: Last Dream (on Earth), 7.30pm Enter an extraordinary soundscape where very different people, at different times, experience what it is to be left hanging without a planet or land of any kind to call home.

Eastgate Theatre, Peebles £14, £12, £6 for schoolchildren T: 01721 725777 www.eastgatearts.com ▲ Supported by Borders LIVE Touring

FRIDAY 29 JULY AND 30 JULY

FESTIVALI Border Union Show The Show includes competitions for livestock with over 500 open classes.

Numerous trade stands, a food fair, a children’s fun fair, catering and bars.

These are open on both days with main ring family entertainment on Saturday afternoon.

UNTIL 3 SEPTEMBER

EXHIBITIONI Land and sea Paintings Maps and poetry by Catriona Taylor ▲ Tweeddale Museum and Gallery, Peebles EH45 8AG Free admission T: 01721 724820 www.liveborders.org.uk

WORKSHOPI Fundamentals of composition in landscape photography, 9:45am This workshop introduces the 8 fundamental rules of composition with ample opportunity to put each one into practice whilst we explore the beautiful grounds of the Hirsel Estate with our cameras.

White Fox Gallery, Unit 1, Hirsel Estate, Coldstream TD12 4LW £75. T: 07980 402 755 www.whitefoxgallery.co.uk

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MUSICI Richard Durrant, 7.30pm The stand-up, barefoot, un-classical guitarist makes a welcome return to woo the audience with richly romantic, truly virtuosic guitar playing and a laid back style that is all his own.

Eastgate Theatre, Peebles £14, £12, £6 for schoolchildren T: 01721 725777 www.eastgatearts.com

SUNDAY 31 JULY MUSICI Songs of the River, 2pm Local musicians Pat Douglas and Donald Knox take the lead in exploring the park’s year of the Trout and Teviot with songs and music about life on the river. ▲ Wilton Lodge Park Bandstand, Hawick Free admission www.liveborders.org.uk

FILMI See press for details, 2.30, 4.30 & 7.30pm £8, £6 for schoolchildren, £24 family ticket Eastgate Theatre, Peebles T: 01721 725777 www.eastgatearts.com

AUGUST MONDAY 1 AUGUST UNTIL 6 AUGUST

FESTIVALI Lauder Common Riding www.laudercommonriding.com

THURSDAY 4 AUGUST

UNTIL 6 AUGUST

MUSICI Johnny Cash Revisited, 7.30pm

FESTIVALI Coldstream Civic Week www.coldstreamcivicweek.com

WALKI Old Melrose Walk, 1.30pm See 6 June for listing details

TUESDAY 2 AUGUST THEATREI Handlebards: Much Ado about Nothing, 6.30pm Another evening of uproarious fun and entertainment is promised as these 4 young men carrying everything they need on bicycles perform this most glorious of Shakespearean comedies in Bowhill Gardens Bowhill House & Country Estate, Bowhill, Selkirk, TD7 5ET Adult £12 / under 16s £10 / family £40 www.bowhillhouse.co.uk

WEDNESDAY 3 AUGUST UNTIL 31 AUGUST

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architecture and landscape around Bowhill Bowhill House & Country Estate, Selkirk TD7 5ET Admission charge to the estate www.bowhillhouse.co.uk

Rick McKay and his powerhouse band Starkville City recreate the music of the Man in Black including Folsom Prison Blues, I Walk the Line, A Boy Named Sue and Ring of Fire.

Eastgate Theatre, Peebles £16, £14, £6 for schoolchildren T: 01721 725777 www.eastgatearts.com

MUSICI Peebles Folk Club, 8:45pm See 9 June for listing details

FRIDAY 5 AUGUST UNTIL 4 SEPTEMBER

EXHIBITIONI Making good places Eight invited architects explore the qualities of good places through examples of well crafted cultural and community projects and their context.

The Hippodrome, Eyemouth Free admission T: 01890 750099 www.eyemouthhippodrome.org UNTIL 8 AUGUST

EXHIBITIONI Charlie & Pauline’s open studio, 11am-6pm

30 JULY - 8 AUGUST Listings

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AND 7 AUGUST

This is our annual open studio, where you can see artwork by Pauline Burbidge, Charles Poulsen and Graham Murrell. Drawing, sculpture, textiles & photographs, exhibited in studios and magical garden.

Allanbank Mill Steading, Allanton, Duns, TD11 3JX Free admission T:01890 818073 www.paulineburbidge-quilts.com

SATURDAY 6 AUGUST AND 7 AUGUST

HERITAGEI Antique Collectors Table Top Flea Market Large selection of furniture, silver, jewellery, coins, medals, ceramics, books, general antiques and second hand items to buy.

Springwood Hall, Kelso, TD5 8LS £1.50. Tel: 01573228583 / 07760660556

WORKSHOPI Giant woodprints, 9.30am Come and make some unusual giant and colourful woodprints for the home. These are artworks with a difference - ready to take home and hang.

Buy Design Gallery, nr Ancrum £70 www.thebigtreesociety.co.uk

WORKSHOPI Harp workshop, 10.30am Come and try your hand at learning the harp with tutor Elspeth Smellie. We are offering a two day beginners workshop in the beautiful setting of Bowhill House.

No previous experience required.

Bowhill House & Country Estate, nr Selkirk £90. T: 01573 228289

FILMI Tour o’ the Borders, 7.30pm Eastgate Theatre, Peebles £10, £6 for schoolchildren T: 01721 725777 www.eastgatearts.com

FILMI Lon Chaney: Hunchback of Notre Dame, 7.30pm Classic 1923 silent film with live theatre organ accompaniment New Palace Theatre Organ Heritage Centre, Greenlaw £6.50 / £3.50 T: 01361810759 www.nptohc.co.uk/events

SUNDAY 7 AUGUST UNTIL 23 OCTOBER

EXHIBITIONI Home Grown – The Guid Scots Diet

Scotland’s healthy fare was once famous - and home grown. Come and find out about our country’s food story, whether natural or cultivated, from ancient huntergatherers to local allotments of the present day. ▲ Hawick Museum, Hawick TD9 7JL Free admission T: 01450 364747 www.liveborders.org.uk

SPORTI Tour O’ the Borders The 120km route will travel, mainly, over quiet back roads and climb several stiff hills. The ride will be of a challenging but rewarding nature with some amazing scenery to take your mind off the efforts.

Open to riders aged 16 years and over Peebles area £60 www.tourotheborders.com

CRAFTI Harestanes Craft Fair, 11am Craft designers from the Scottish Borders, selling quality gifts and products. Craft demonstrations and activities for all the family too. ▲ Harestanes Countryside Visitor Centre, nr Ancrum, Jedburgh TD8 6UQ Free event T: 01835 830306 www.liveborders.org.uk

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8-18 AUGUST Listings a bag, corsage, vessel or small cushion cover using merino, silks and other fibres. Experiment with natural fleece too if you wish.

Tillmouth £40 T: 01890 883038 www.cornhillcrafts.co.uk

TUESDAY 9 AUGUST MUSICI Glyndebourne Opera: Beatrice et Benedict, 6.30pm

THURSDAY 11 AUGUST DRAMAI NT Encore: The Audience, 7pm Helen Mirren’s multi-awardwinning performance as Queen Elizabeth II sees her advising her Prime Ministers – from Winston Churchill, to Margaret Thatcher, Tony Blair to David Cameron on all matters both public and personal.

Eastgate Theatre, Peebles £14 / £10 for schoolchildren T: 01721 725777 www.eastgatearts.com

MUSICI Violin & piano recital in the beautiful Adam music room, 7.30pm Marcus Barcham- Stevens(Violin) Christina Lawrie(Piano) Kreisler, Beethoven, Grieg, Franck. Light supper Mellerstain House, nr Gordon £13.50 / £17.50 T: 01835 864153 Inspired by Shakespeare’s Much Ado About Nothing, Béatrice Et Bénédict is an impassioned love letter to the Bard. It makes a perfect addition to 2016’s Shakespeare400 celebrations, marking 400 years since the playwright’s death.

The Maltings, Berwick-uponTweed £16.75 (£15.75 concs), £8.75 child. T: 01289 330 999 www.maltingsberwick.co.uk

FRIDAY 12 AUGUST THEATREI The Firelight Show, 7pm

Dazzling live magic and on-stage spectacles; including Russian Rouletter, deadly stunts and impossible mind reading. Fun-filled entertainment for all the family.

The Maltings, Berwick-uponTweed £12.50 (£10 - £11 concs) T: 01289 330 999 www.maltingsberwick.co.uk

SATURDAY 13 AUGUST UNTIL 18 SEPTEMBER

EXHIBITIONI Deborah Campbell – Coastal Connection Presenting new work by Deborah Campbell, through painting, print and textiles. She develops works which are an expression of Scotland’s coastal landscape exploring the interaction of the land and the sea. ▲ Old Gala House, Galashiels TD1 3JS Free admission T: 01750 726456 / 018960752611 www.liveborders.org.uk

SPORTI Craik Cross - Gravel Grinder Sportive, 10am A gravel grinder type cycling sportive starting in Hawick and heading out to explore the forest tracks and singletrack of Craik Forest The Border Club, Hawick £15. T: 07772532690

MUSICI String Jam Club, 7.30pm See 11 June for listing details

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WORKSHOPI Colourful creative craft days - weaving with a Brinkley loom, 10am See 22 June for listing details

WEDNESDAY 17 AUGUST WORKSHOPI Fossil Hunt, 1pm

MUSICI Scocha, 8pm Scocha are passionately Scottish.

They don’t just play Scottish music, they don’t just sing Scottish songs, they live and breathe Scotland in every performance. Tear wrenching ballads, goose bumping anthems and kick ass folk n roll!

The Maltings, Berwick-upon-Tweed Various ticket prices T: 01289 330 999 www.maltingsberwick.co.uk

SUNDAY 14 AUGUST MUSICI Hawick Sings in the Park, 2pm Once again Hawick Sings moves from their home at the Burns Club to their al fresco setting for local songs, singers and music. ▲ Wilton Lodge Park Bandstand, Hawick Free admission www.liveborders.org.uk

FILMI See press for details, 2.30, 4.30 & 7.30pm

Eastgate Theatre, Peebles £8, £6 for schoolchildren, £24 family ticket T: 01721 725777 www.eastgatearts.com

THEATREI Midsummer’s Night Dream, 6.30pm Outdoor theatre event. We are delighted to announce that Illyria will be coming back to perform Midsummer’s Night Dream Paxton House Adult £12 / child £6 / family £32 www.paxtonhouse.co.uk

MONDAY 15 AUGUST WORKSHOPI Colourful creative craft days - weaving with a Peg loom, 10am See 15 June for listing details

TUESDAY 16 AUGUST WORKSHOPI Rustic stool making, 9.30am See 11 June for listing details

Visit a renowned fossil site where we are guaranteed to find plenty of graptolite fossils.

Grey Mare’s Tail Nature Reserve £5 adult, £3 child (8+) T: 07713 786230 www.nts.org.uk

THURSDAY 18 AUGUST TALKI Archives in the National Trust for Scotland, 7pm Ian Riches, Archivist with the NTS will be giving an intriguing talk on the archival collections the Trust holds for the benefit of the nation and expand on their access and interpretation. ▲ St. Ronan’s Wells Visitor Centre, Innerleithen Free, donations welcome www.nts.org.uk UNTIL 20 AUGUST

MUSICI Tideline Runners: 72Hrs in Moscow, 7.30pm A brand new musical from the team behind 2014’s smash hit Sam & Isla forever. Set in Russia during the August coup of 1991, a family have three days to escape the country after they get caught spying.

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18-23 AUGUST Listings The Maltings, Berwick-uponTweed Various ticket prices T: 01289 330 999 www.maltingsberwick.co.uk

MUSICI The Hot Seats, 7.30pm They’re back and raring to go!

Ben, Graham, Jake, Josh, and Ed play stringband music and tour the world in their van, winning lots of awards and thousands of fans.

Eastgate Theatre, Peebles £14, £12, £6 for schoolchildren T: 01721 725777 www.eastgatearts.com

MUSICI Mànran in concert, with Kieran Halpin, 7.30pm

WORKSHOPI Wooden spoon carving, 9.30am

Concert headlined by high energy Scottish west coast group Mànran, along with widely recorded singersongwriter Kieran Halpin.

Innerleithen Memorial Hall £16 / £10 T: 0774068187 www.innerleithenmusicfestival.org

Get taken through the techniques of spoon making by expert spoon carver Brian Mahler. Learn techniques to make your own spatulas, spoons, ladles and bowls.

Buy Design Gallery, nr Ancrum £70 www.thebigtreesociety.co.uk

SATURDAY 20 AUGUST

MUSICI Riddell Fiddles, 10.30am

UNTIL 30 OCTOBER

EXHIBITIONI St Abbs Woolscape Project

MUSICI Peebles Folk Club, 8.45pm

WORKSHOPI Archives in the National Trust for Scotland. 11am – 1pm & 2 – 4pm

See 9 June for listing details

FRIDAY 19 AUGUST UNTIL 21 AUGUST

FESTIVALI Innerleithen Music Festival

AND 20 AUGUST

MUSICI Hotel California, 7.30pm A night of Eagles Music featuring classic songs spanning their entire career, from New Kid in Town and One of these Nights through Tequila Sunrise, Desperado and Heartache Tonight.

Eastgate Theatre, Peebles £15.

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Join us for a while at St. Ronan’s Wells Visitor Centre, where we will be giving you a chance to try some relief printing techniques and get a bit inky! ▲ St. Ronan’s Wells Visitor Centre, Innerleithen Free, donations welcome www.nts.org.uk

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Great concerts in the Scottish Borders with the stars of Celtic music and much more…

Innerleithen Memorial Hall www.innerleithenmusicfestival.org

Pop up shop performance in Selkirk. Fundraiser for Argus Community centre. See website for details. www.riddlefiddles.co.uk

The St Abbs Woolscape Project creates in wool, representations of the natural environment and creatures that live in the sea, on the land and in the air around St Abbs. ▲ Old Gala House, Scott Galashiels TD1 3JS T: 01750 726456 www.liveborders.org.uk

MUSICI Concert with Boreas and Merlin Music Academy, 2pm Boreas are an enchanting and highly acclaimed new musical union between Scotland and Norway.

The students and tutors of highly successful Melrose based Merlin Music Academy open the concert.

Innerleithen Memorial Hall £9 / £5. T: 07740681879 www.innerleithenmusicfestival.org

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Festival: Booked!

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‘Folk-Noir’ balladeer Rachel Sermanni is one of Scotland’s most successful contemporary singersongwriters. Canadian folk supergroup The Barra MacNeils are an outstanding Celtic music live act.

Innerleithen Memorial Hall £19 / £10 T: 07740681879 www.innerleithenmusicfestival.org

©ALAN McCREDIE

MUSICI Rachel Sermanni and The Barra MacNeils in Concert, 7.15pm

SUNDAY 21 AUGUST

TUESDAY 23 AUGUST

MUSICI The Kaela Rowan Band, 2pm

LITERATUREI Borders Booked! Festival

The beautiful voice of Kaela Rowan is accompanied by fellow Shooglenify band members James Mackintosh and Ewan MacPherson.

Innerleithen Memorial Hall £9 / children free T: 07740681879 www.innerleithenmusicfestival.org ▲ Supported by Borders Live Touring

MUSICI Traditional Singers Concert with Emily Smith Duo, 6.30pm The festival’s closing concert is headlined by young globe-trotting Scots singer Emily Smith, and also features Innerleithen’s Fisher Lassies, Hawick’s Henry Douglas and Scott Gardiner from Angus.

Innerleithen Memorial Hall £12 / £5. T: 0774 068 1879 www.innerleithenmusicfestival.org

AND 24 AUGUST

Edinburgh International Book Festival’s Booked! programme in partnership with Live Borders, Borders Book Festival and MacArts present Borders Booked! Festival The buzz of Edinburgh International Book Festival comes south for a two-day literary feast! For schools and community groups, each day offers free events with top authors as well as a glut of drop-in activities and pop-up performances.

MacArts, Galashiels ▲ Free admission www.macarts.scot

LITERATUREI Borders Booked! Festival: Bruce Gilkison – In the Footsteps of James Hogg, 5.30pm Bruce Gilkison, great-great-grandson of James Hogg, shares what he has learnt of his eccentric ancestor

while retracing the Ettrick Shepherd’s walking journeys from the Borders to the Highlands for new book Walking with James Hogg.

MacArts, Galashiels £5 (£3.50 conc) www.macarts.scot

LITERATUREI Borders Booked! Festival: Booked! Unbound, 7 – 9pm Unbound, the nightly cabaret caper at Edinburgh International Book Festival, comes south for a one-off spectacular! Local literary and musical talents perform alongside special guests, capping the first night of Borders Booked!

Festival. See line-up updates on edbookfest.co.uk/about-us/booked and macarts.scot.

MacArts, Galashiels Free admission (unticketed) www.macarts.scot

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astounding images and stories from the wild, including recent assignments. ▲ Harestanes Countryside Visitor Centre, Ancrum, Jedburgh TD8 6UQ Adult £6 / child £4.

T: 01835 830306 www.liveborders.org.uk

WEDNESDAY 24 AUGUST LITERATUREI Borders Booked! Festival: Reading Workshop – Linda McLean on The View From Castle Rock, 5.30pm Award-winning playwright Linda McLean leads an exploration of Nobel Laureate Alice Munro’s The View From Castle Rock, a moving collection of stories about the author’s ancestors’ emigration from the Ettrick Valley to Canada, which McLean has adapted for the stage. Prior reading not essential.

MacArts, Galashiels £5 (£3.50 conc) www.macarts.scot

www.heartofhawick.co.uk www.liveborders.org.uk

SATURDAY 27 AUGUST

FRIDAY 26 AUGUST

AND 28 AUGUST

UNTIL 4 SEPTEMBER

FESTIVALI Creative Peebles Festival Peebles celebrates all things creative including visual artists, galleries and studios, buildings, the environment, live performances, poetry, craft-makers and the occasional pop up. See press for details. www.peeblesartsfestival.org

MUSICI Bryan Adams Experience, 8pm

Come along to our free knit, natter and sew evening. The friendly environment is perfect for anyone interested in knitting or sewing, all abilities are welcome.

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An international festival of literature and thought. This event brings together internationally renowned broadcasters, writers, thinkers, artists, diplomats and politicians to meet, talk and exchange ideas with the public about some of the most interesting and pressing issues of our time.

Traquair House, nr Innerleithen EH44 6PW T: 0131 557 7775 www.beyondbordersscotland.com AND 28 AUGUST

EXHIBITIONI Border Rail 16 - Hawick & District Railway Society

THURSDAY 25 AUGUST WORKSHOPI Knit, natter & sew, 7pm

FESTIVALI Beyond Borders

Formed in 1997, the 4 piece band are based in Teesside, England and replicate live performances that can only be surpassed by Bryan Adams himself. The band reproduces a Bryan Adam concert to perfection.

The Maltings, Berwick-uponTweed Various ticket prices T: 01289 330 999 www.maltingsberwick.co.uk

Model Railway Exhibition with over 10 working Layouts and also displays of modelling skills. Drive Thomas the Tank, photographic displays, cafeteria, trade stands, vintage bus and lots more.

The Auld Baths, Bath Street, Hawick Adult £4 / OAP £3 / child £2

WORKSHOPI Understanding your digital camera, 9:45am See 25 June for listing details

WORKSHOPI Willow weaving, 10am – 4pm Learn to willow weave with Anna Turnbull. Create a willow basket, with solid base and wooden handle

23-31 AUGUST Listings from scratch in this day long workshop. All materials included in the price.

Borders Textile Towerhouse, Hawick TD9 9EN £45. T: 01450 377615 www.heartofhawick.co.uk www.liveborders.org.uk

MUSICI Band in the Park, 2pm

WEDNESDAY 31 AUGUST

Performances by the Galashiels Town Band, Youth Band and Junior Band along with games and face painting. Bring a Picnic!

Scott Park, Galashiels Free admission

AND 1 SEPT

WORKSHOPI Landscape photography, 10am

FILMI Seven Songs for a Long Life, 7.30pm

MUSICI Savourna Stevenson and Traquair Community Choir, 7.30pm Eastgate Theatre, Peebles £12, £10, £6 for schoolchildren T: 01721 725777 www.eastgatearts.com

SUNDAY 28 AUGUST MUSICI Music in the bandstand, 2pm The Wilton Lodge Park summer bandstand music series continues with more music to while away a Sunday afternoon. ▲ Wilton Lodge Park Bandstand, Hawick Free admission www.liveborders.org.uk

Amy Hardie’s documentary grabs life through song. Six patients at Strathcarron Hospice share the tender, vulnerable and funny moments of their lives as singing unlocks their pasts, guides their dreams and futures.

Eastgate Theatre, Peebles £9, £6 for schoolchildren T: 01721 725777 www.eastgatearts.com

TUESDAY 30 AUGUST MUSICI Come & Sing with Gala Water Singers, 7pm Wonder what it’s like to sing in a choir, or miss singing with others?

Join us in this great fun taster evening and see if it’s for you.

Fountainhall Hall, nr Galashiels TD1 2SY. Free admission T: 01578 730289

TALKI The Festival Lecture, 7.30pm Tweedale Society presents a talk

by Captain Sir Younger KCVO, who was Lord Lieutenant of Tweeddale from 1994 to 2014.

Eastgate Theatre, Peebles £12 . T: 01721 725777 www.eastgatearts.com

See 29 June for listing details

DRAMAI The View from Castle Rock, 7.30pm © BETTMANN/CORBIS

Ideal for beginners and those wishing to improve their DSLR landscape photography. Practical coaching in the field will focus on developing camera technique and compositional skills.

Grey Mare’s Tail Nature Reserve £40. T: 07713 786230 www.nts.org.uk

WORKSHOPI Colourful creative craft days - Eco Printing 2 day course, 10am

Award-winning theatre company Stellar Quines (Threads) and the Edinburgh International Book Festival have come together to present a specially commissioned theatrical adaptation of Canadian Nobel Laureate Alice Munro’s moving and enigmatic short stories of her Scottish ancestors’ emigration from the Borders to the New World.

The stories will be adapted by award-winning playwright Linda McLean and directed by Marilyn Imrie and will be performed at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe before heading to the Borders.

Eastgate Theatre, Peebles £14, £12, £6 for schoolchildren T: 01721 725777 www.eastgatearts.com ▲ Supported by Borders Live Touring What’s On Summer 2016

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Harestanes Countryside Visitor Centre Set in beautiful countryside and with a great outdoor play park, there’s plenty to do at Harestanes, whatever the weather.

Free entry and free wifi.

HARESTANES COUNTRYSIDE VISITOR CENTRE Ancrum, Jedburgh, TD8 6UQ T: 01835 830306 l E: harestanes@liveborders1.org.uk

www.liveborders.org.uk

Registration No SC243577 | Regist ered Chari ty No SCO342 27

Regular Events

Walk It Walks MONDAY

MULTIPLE LOCATIONS

WEEKLY: Jedburgh Selkirk Peebles

Tel: 07813535394 Tel: 07717547849 Tel: 01721 720981/ 01721 722784

FORTNIGHTLY: Galashiels - Tweedbank Tel: 07917814218 Duns Tel: 07837451486

TUESDAY WEEKLY: Ayton Darnick Eyemouth Kelso

Tel: 07813535394 Tel: 07502128247 Tel: 01890 750870 Tel: 01573 226261

WEDNESDAY Tel: 01896 664717 Tel: 07917814959 Tel: 01578 722207 Tel: 07858386485 Tel: 01896 870586

FORTNIGHTLY: Greenlaw

Tel: 01361 810642

WEEKLY:

Tel: 07717706931

FORTNIGHTLY: Chirnside Coldstream

Tel: 01890 818769 Tel: 07717547861

MONTHLY: Newtown St Boswells Tel: 07717547858 St Boswells Tel: 07717547858

FRIDAY WEEKLY: Innerleithen Kelso Hawick Town Centre

Tel: 01896 833133 Tel: 01573 224037 Tel: 07917814959

FORTNIGHTLY: Hawick Burnfoot

Tel: 0781 353 5394

MONTHLY: Melrose, Newstead & Gattonside

Tel: 01896 848079 www.bodyworkborders.co.uk

Fit Borders – zumba Tel: 07889 225126 jocelyn@fitborders.co.uk www.fitborders.co.uk

Gentle exercise for older adults and zumba gold classes Tel: 07713 357450

Zumba Borders

Royal Scottish Country Dance (RSCDS) www.rscds.org

COLDINGHAM & EYEMOUTH

All Stars Dance Academy –

THURSDAY Earlston

Bodywork Borders – Realistic Pilates

Tel: 07986 914206 zumbaborders@uwclub.net

WEEKLY: Galashiels Centre Hawick Town Centre Lauder Melrose Walkerburn

Regular Movement Classes

Tel: 07976 276 796

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performing arts classes Vicky O'Brien Tel: 07973 873305 vicz_obrien@hotmail.com

DUNS

L J Dance Academy Lynn Joyce Tel: 07932 517279 J_lynn26@msn.com

Lynella School of Highland Dance sjlgrainger@gmail.com

Rag Bag Morris Dance Tel: 01890 818073 charliepoulsen@pobox.com

RSCDS Duns and District Branch Tel: 01890 818264

GALASHIELS

Silver Stars Western Dancers – line dancing dianadawson@btinternet.com

Southside School of Dance – performing arts classes Tel: 07890 990687 lousquires@hotmail.com

Graham School of Highland Dance grahamdancers@live.co.uk

HAWICK

LP School of Dance paulaglass21@hotmail.co.uk Tel: 07759 105715

KELSO

Belly Dance Tel: 07939 260270 yaliz77@yahoo.co.uk

Gordon Fox Dance Academy – ballroom styles to west coast swing Tel: 07900 676865 gfdance@icloud.co.uk www.gordonfoxdance academy.co.uk

McNally Dance Academy elitestudiocentre-mda@ outlook.com

Michelle Douglas School of Dance Tel: 0772 4748131 streetfusion@hotmail.co.uk

Arabic Dance celiadance@talktalk.net www.bordersarabicdance.co.uk

Borders Dance Academy – creative and ballet bordersdanceacademy@gmail.com

PEEBLES & WEST LINTON

Fiona Henderson School of Dancing – performing arts classes Tel: 07894 881747 fiona@fionahendersondance.com

Irish Dance Haughey McAuley Academy

Old Time Social Dance

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PEEBLES & WEST LINTON

Tel: 01835 870244 Gracie Belle Scott

RSCDS Roxburgh, Selkirk and Peebles Branch treasurer.rspbranch@ gmail.com

The Studio on the Green – dance, fitness Tel: 01835 825080 Community Capacity@ scotborders.gov.uk

SELKIRK

eaconnor_27@hotmail.co.uk

Creative Stage – performing

FitBorders & Scottish Borders Council – gentle

arts classes Tel: 07801 560168 / 07841 140377 info@creativestage.co.uk

exercise for older people of all abilities

and bodywork classes.

Tel: 01750 21997 jenna@thestudioonthegreen.com

ST. BOSWELLS

Baby Boogie – creative dance classes Tel: 07733 513069 beckifirefly@gmail.com www.facebook.com/fireflyborders

6 Pools // 6 Gyms // Over 100 weekly fitness classes all across the region.

We all Live Borders.

LIVE BORDERS MELROSE ROAD, GALASHIELS, TD1 2DU T: 01896 661166 | E: enquiries@liveborders.org.uk Registration No SC243577 | Regist ered Chari ty No SCO342 27

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Regular Events MONDAY

WEEKLY 12 noon: The Dippers Borders Disabled Swimming Group. Friendly group offering fun and exercise. People with minor physical disabilities to wheelchair bound. Helpers available. £2.90 Jedburgh Swimming Pool T: 01835 822524 FIRST MONDAY IN THE MONTH 1.30 – 3.30pm: Guided walk The Old Melrose guided Walk round the monks’ mediaeval peninsula jutting into the Tweed opposite the Scott’s View cliffs.

Entry by single-track road off A68, 200 yards south of the roundabout at the east end of the Melrose bypass, A6091. Pre-Romans, Romans, pilgrims have all been here. Excavation forthcoming.

Tearoom.

6pm: Riddell Fiddles Junior Ceilidh Traditional fiddle music workshops for juniors. £4 Argus Centre, Selkirk www.riddellfiddles.co.uk FORTNIGHTLY 7.30pm: Borders Philatelic Society Anyone who is interested in stamps, postcards, postal history, will be made very welcome, whether they are new to the hobby or a more serious collector.

St Pauls Church Hall, Scott St, Galashiels T: 01721 723759

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TUESDAY

WEEKLY IN JULY AND AUGUST 1.30 – 5.15pm: The Trimontium guided walk See Thursday listing for details.

WEEKLY 6.15pm: JogPeebles JogPeebles is a ladies only intermediate jogging group.

Meets weekly on a Tuesday and a Saturday to run around 3 miles. £2 / £30 (a year) Kingsmeadows car park, Peebles. www.jogscotland.org.uk 7pm: Gala Water Singers Community Choir of the Gala Water Valley We welcome all who love to sing together; no auditions. Mixed variety of music in 3 parts; soprano, alto, baritone. Seasonal concerts / performances. £20 for block. Fountainhall Primary School, Galashiels T: 01578 730289 www.galawatersingers.org.uk SECOND TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH 7pm: Abbey Quilters £3 Abbey Row Centre, Kelso TD5 7BL T: 01573 229414 7.30pm: Kelso Chess Club All players from beginners to Grand Masters welcome. Come and learn this fascinating game or develop your skills in a friendly atmosphere. £15 yearly membership. Royal British Legion Kelso T: 01750 23171

WEDNESDAY

MONTHLY 11am – 12.30pm: Duns Library

Reader’s Group We are a friendly group which meets on a monthly basis. We read the same book and come together to discuss it.

Free admission. ▲ Duns Library Contact Centre T: 01361 886104 www.liveborders.org.uk WEEKLY 12noon: The Dippers Borders Disabled Swimming Group. Friendly group offering fun and exercise. People with minor physical disabilities to wheelchair bound. Helpers available. £2.25, Kelso Swimming Pool T: 01835 822524 7 – 9pm: Selkirk Art Club Informal art club where people pursue their own work in the company of like minded people. Occasional tutors.

All welcome, beginners to more experienced painters. £2 Selkirk High School T: 07531 808536 7.30pm: One Acchord Ladies Barbershop Chorus Meet weekly to enjoy learning to sing in the unique barbershop, four-part harmony style and have fun. Monthly membership £10 Community Hall, Newtown St Boswells T: 01573 223642

THURSDAY

WEEKLY 9.30 – 11.30am: Drawing and painting class Paper provided, coffee & tea. £12 per session.

The Trinity Centre, High Cross Avenue, Melrose T: 07914 711609 / 01896 823828

1 – 4pm: Hawick Art Club Informal and friendly afternoons with your own work. Occasional speakers and tuition. Tea and coffee available. £2 Catholic Church Hall, Buccleuch Road, Hawick.

T: 01450 371150 WEEKLY 1.30 – 5.15pm: The Trimontium Guided Walk From the Roman Heritage Centre in Melrose Square, past the Abbey and via the Vale of Melrose to the stonemasons’ village of Newstead, then circling round the huge Roman site of Tri-montium with a look at the Leaderfoot Viaduct and after tea (included) at Newstead Village Hall, return to Melrose. £4 Adults / £1 students & pupils / £10 family T: 01896 822651 / 822463.

8 – 9.30pm: Singing in Smailholm A friendly and relaxed evening of singing in harmony, jazz, folk, world music, and old favourites. Singing for pleasure, not for performance.

All songs taught by ear and everyone welcome. £4 per session.

Smailholm Village Hall FORTNIGHTLY 8.30pm: Denholm Folk Club Free admission. Cross Keys, Denholm, Nr Hawick T: 01450 870664 8.45pm: Peebles Folk Club Long established song and instrument-based sessions. All types of music – as long as it’s

live! Informal lively atmosphere – listeners as well as musicians made very welcome.

Free admission. Neidpath Inn, Peebles, T: 01721 721697 www.peeblesfolkclub.moonfruit.com

FRIDAY

WEEKLY 10am: St Abbs Craft Market Handmade foods, arts and crafts.

Free admission. The Ebba Centre, St Abbs www.st-abbs-market.com 12.15 – 1pm: Gentle exercise for older people of all abilities A gentle exercise class to music.

The classes are suitable for all abilities as exercises can be done seated or standing. £2 Drill Hall, Peebles Community Centre.

T: 01835 825080 2 – 3.30pm: Riddell Fiddles Bannerfield Buskers Traditional fiddle music workshops for P5/6 & 7 students.

Free admission. Philiphaugh Community Wing, Sellkirk. www.riddellfiddles.co.uk FORTNIGHTLY FROM 10 JUNE 2.30pm: Kelso Writers workshop Short story and novel writers workshop conducted by Iona McGregor. All welcome. £2 Abbey Row Community Centre, Kelso T: 01573 410277 www.kelsowritersworkshop. blogspot.com

SATURDAY

WEEKLY 9am: JogPeebles See Tuesday for listing details.

MONTHLY 7.30 – 9.30pm: Gala Clef Club A group of musical friends who meet to perform in friendly, intimate surroundings. If you play an instrument or sing and want to hone your performance skills, come and join us. All styles from classical to jazz, music hall and silver screen, all ages and standards are welcome. Piano and keyboard provided. Membership £12/£6/£1 Lucy Sanderson Hall, Tweed Terrace, Galashiels TD1 3EG T: 0778 037 8590

SUNDAY

WEEKLY 10am – 12.30pm: Riddell Fiddles Traditional fiddle music workshops. £8 Argus Centre, Selkirk www.riddellfidles.co.uk WEEKLY JULY & AUGUST 2pm: Guided walk From East Newstead Milestone; return there by 4.30pm Adult £2.50; student/pupil £1 T: 01896 752429 MONTHLY FROM 12 JUNE 10am – 12noon: Brunch with the BVAC Vintage and classic car owners and enthusiasts get together to share experiences and technical knowhow over coffee and brunch.

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Common Ridings

Unique Local Festivals Each Borders town celebrates its history once a year during June – August with magnificent rideouts involving hundreds of horses, ridden with a passion worthy of the reivers of old.

Community spirit is symbolised by the Burgh Flag or Standard, which in a colourful ceremony is “bussed”: ribbons are tied to the staff by the principal lass, recalling the days when a knight’s lady attached her ribbon to his lance before battle. The principal men are elected annually and honoured with such titles as Standard Bearer (Selkirk), Cornet (Hawick), Callant (Jedburgh), Braw Lad (Galashiels), Reiver (Duns), Whipman (West Linton), Melrosian (Melrose), Coldstreamer (Coldstream), and Kelso Laddie. On horseback they lead their followers in the festivities. Old songs and tunes are played, banners waved and local pride expressed.

In some towns, the festivities extend up to two weeks, with a programme of ceremonies, rideouts, entertainment and traditional sports. In others, the action is focused over one or two days within the summer months.

Origins of the Ridings Common ridings can be traced back to the 13th & 14th centuries, when the border lands were in constant upheaval during the long wars with England, and because of the tribal custom of plunder and cattle thieving, known as reiving (the ancient word for robbing), which was commonplace amongst the major Borders families. In such lawless times, townspeople would ride their boundaries, or ‘marches’, to protect their common lands and prevent encroachment by neighbouring landlords.

Long after they ceased to be essential, the ridings continue in commemoration of local legend, history and tradition.

Common Ridings and Borders Festivals 2016 JUNE 3 – 11: West Linton Whipman www.whipman.com 6 – 12: Hawick Common Riding www.hawickcommonriding.com 12 - 18: Selkirk Common Riding 20 - 25: Melrose Festival 20 - 25: Peebles Beltane Festival www.peeblesbeltanefestival.com 26 June - 2 July: Galashiels Braw Lads Gathering

JULY 3 - 9: Duns Summer Festival 3 - 9: Jedburgh Callants Festival www.jethartcallantsfestival.com 7 - 16: St Ronan’s Border Games and Cleikum Ceremonies Innerleithen 16 - 24: Eyemouth Herring Queen www.ehq.org.uk 18 - 23: Kelso Civic Week

AUGUST 1 - 6: Lauder Common Riding www.laudercommonriding.com 1 - 6: Coldstream Civic Week www.coldstreamcivicweek.com

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LIVE HISTORY! Our museums tell the story of Borders people from the earliest times to the present day; their struggles, their homes, their work, and their leisure; from Border Reivers to Coldstream Guards; from the life of a 17th century laird to that of a prisoner in a 19th century jail; from textile mills to an iron monger’s shop and from the waters of a PEEBLES

▲ TWEEDDALE MUSEUM AND GALLERY Chambers Institution, High Street, Peebles, EH45 8AP T. 01721 724820 The Chambers Institution was established in 1859 by William Chambers, one of the founders of the famous publishing house.

The Museum and Gallery currently present a lively programme of exhibitions in this historic building.

The Chambers Room houses the extraordinary plaster work friezes commissioned by William Chambers and also features exhibition on Peebles and the surrounding area.

INNERLEITHEN

▲ ST RONAN’S WELLS Wells Brae, Innerleithen, EH44 6JE T. 01896 833583 This historic spa and garden holds an exhibition telling the story of 70 What’s On Summer 2016

health spa to Common Riding celebrations.

They also explore the lives of the famous such as Mary Queen of Scots, Sir Walter Scott, Jim Clark and Jimmie Guthrie.

Admission is Free to all Live Borders Museums. For further information and details on opening times see website: www.liveborders.org.uk

Innerleithen and its links to the great Scottish writers James Hogg and Walter Scott.

The origins of the unique Cleikum ceremonies held each July are also described.

Free parking and picnic area on site.

GALASHIELS

▲ OLD GALA HOUSE Scott Crescent, Galashiels, TD1 3JS T. 01750 726456 / 01896 752611 Visit Old Gala House, an important and vibrant museum nestled in the heart of the bustling Borders town of Galashiels. Learn the story of this historic house and the development of the town.

Dating back to 1583, this impressive building has seen over 400 years of activity and bears the fascinating traces of historic change: the painted, woodenpanelled ceiling dating from 1635 is a rare survival in Scotland, and

it compares wonderfully with the ornate 18th century plaster ceiling in an adjoining room. Other rooms carry displays and information on the history of the local area and its enterprising people.

The house hosts temporary exhibitions, children’s events, tearoom, audio guide, gifts & souvenirs and gardens. Free car parking and partial wheelchair access with a stair lift to the exhibitions on the 1st floor.

SELKIRK

▲ HALLIWELL’S HOUSE MUSEUM Market Place, Selkirk, TD7 4BL T. 01750 726456 / 01750 20054 Halliwell’s House Museum is housed in the oldest surviving row of dwellings in Selkirk.

The building dates

Mary Queen of Scots

back over 400 years and makes a truly atmospheric museum situated in Halliwell’s Close just off the bustling Market Place. The Close has seen a lot of changes down the years, and these are engagingly reflected in the displays. The old ironmongers shop is reconstructed on the ground floor and is crammed full of related objects which evoke a bygone age.

The internationally renowned Selkirk Common Riding is documented in a dedicated room on the first floor. This compact museum tells the story of the town’s ancient history with connections to William Wallace and the tragedy of Flodden as well as its more recent past.

Gifts & souvenirs, full wheelchair access with a lift to exhibitions on the 1st floor.

▲ SIR WALTER SCOTT’S COURTROOM Market Place, Selkirk, TD7 4BT

T. 01750 726456 / 01750 20761 Sir Walter Scott’s Courtroom is one of our direct links to the great Scottish writer. In this building Sir Walter Scott sat as Sheriff, dispensing justice to the town of Selkirk for nearly 30 years, until his death in 1832.

This important, historic building dates from 1804 and stands in the bustling Market Place of this historic town, next to a major monument dedicated to Sir Walter.

Inside, you can learn the story of his association with the town and browse permanent displays of personal objects that once belonged to the world-famous writer of great literary works that included Rob Roy and the Waverley novels. Small gift shop. Tour groups welcome but no disabled access.

▲ LOCAL STUDIES Libraries & Archives Library HQ, St Mary’s Mill, Selkirk, TD7 5EW T. 01750 726400

Borders Textile Tower House

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▲ COLDSTREAM MUSEUM 12 Market Street, Coldstream, TD12 4BD T. 01890 882630 The Museum houses permanent displays exploring the history of the parish, burgh and its people. The Guards Gallery ‘Second to None’ tells the story of The Coldstream Guards at home and abroad from the 17th Century to the What’s On Summer 2016

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present day. A varied programme of temporary exhibitions and related workshops and events are provided in the Courtyard Gallery.

Facilities include; children’s indoor play area, courtyard with picnic table, shop and WCs with baby changing facilities. The museum is fully accessible to all visitors.

Unrestricted parking in the Market Square.

DUNS

▲ DUNS EXHIBITION ROOM Duns Library Contact Centre 49 Newtown Street, Duns, TD11 3AU T. 01361 884114 / 01361 882622 Duns Exhibition Room is located in the local Library Contact Centre. It provides a flexible space for local history and art exhibitions.

A regular programme of combined craft and literary family events takes place throughout the year.

For details please contact the museum office.

The Jim Clark Room

▲ THE JIM CLARK ROOM 44 Newtown Street, Duns, TD11 3AU T. 01361 883960 A must for all fans of motor racing! The museum provides a comprehensive account of Jim Clark’s motor racing career from club competitions to World Championship Formula 1 racing through a fascinating display of trophies, awards, photographs, model cars and other memorabilia.

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▲ JEDBURGH CASTLE JAIL AND MUSEUM Castlegate, Jedburgh TD8 6QD T. 01835 864750 Jedburgh Jail looks like a grand castle, but inside it’s a different story! Visit the cell blocks, follow the prisoners’ stories and find out why some thought it was ‘the most comfortable jail in Scotland’.

The jailer’s house is home to Jedburgh’s town museum.

Audio tour, foreign language

and children’s guides, audiovisual display on ground floor for wheelchair users. Tour groups welcome.

▲ MARY, QUEEN OF SCOTS’ VISITOR CENTRE Queen Street, Jedburgh, TD8 6EN T. 01835 863331 Mary’s month in Jedburgh in 1566 was a turning point in her life.

Discover the story of Scotland’s tragic queen, through paintings, textiles and objects associated with her, in the 16th century

Museums, Castles & Country Houses tower house where, according to tradition, she lodged during her time here.

Audio tour, foreign language guides, gifts, books and souvenirs.

Audio-visual display on ground floor for wheelchair users. Tour groups welcome.

HAWICK

▲ BORDERS TEXTILE TOWERHOUSE 1 Tower Knowe, Hawick, TD9 9EN T: 01450 377615 E: textiletowerhouse@ scotborders.gov.uk www.heartofhawick.co.uk Facebook-www.facebook.com/ heartofhawick Twitter- #TextileTowerhouse

▲ HAWICK MUSEUM Wilton Lodge Park, Hawick, TD9 7JL T: 01450 364747 Discover a town’s treasures in a historic house set in beautiful parkland. Famous painters, motorcycle racing legends, nature displays, passionate collectors and local history. The Jimmie Guthrie and Steve Hislop Rooms showcase the lives and achievements of Hawick’s two tragic motorcycle champions.

Always something new to see with a lively programme of art and museum exhibitions throughout the year.

Wheelchair access to the Ground Floor and the Scott Gallery

St Ronan’s Wells Heritage Hub

Discover the story of Border knitwear and tweeds in a beautifully-restored 16th Century towerhouse. Garments, artefacts and photographs bring to life over 200 years of tradition and innovation in the local woollen industries. Changing exhibitions showcase contemporary fashion and design. Our knitwear and tweeds have been adopted by the world – come and explore the unfinished story!

The Secret Tower Room explores the building’s often-turbulent history from its construction at the time of the Border Reivers.

The Tom Scott Room displays paintings by the noted Scottish watercolourist (1854-1927) with touch screen access to our collection of his work.

Our shop stocks a colourful range of textiles, crafts, gifts and books.

Wheelchair access

▲ HERITAGE HUB Kirkstile, Hawick, TD9 0AE T. 01450 360699 The Heritage Hub is the archive, local and family history service for the Scottish Borders. We have a comprehensive collection of archives and books, which include information relating to local families, businesses, properties etc. These are available for visitors to consult free of charge.

We can also provide access to ScotlandsPeople for a daily fee and if you aren’t able to visit, we offer a chargeable remote research service.

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INDEPENDENT MUSEUMS, CASTLES & HISTORIC PROPERTIES ABBOTSFORD MELROSE 01896 752043 enquiries@scottsabbotsford.co.uk www.scottsabbotsford.co.uk Stunningly located on the banks of the River Tweed in the Scottish Borders. Abbotsford sits at the heart of the landscape that inspired the poetry and novels of its creator, Sir Walter Scott.

• Free Scott Exhibition • Gardens and walks • Woodland play trail • Free visitor centre • Restaurant • Guided tours • Gift shop • Unique artefacts Open: House: March 10am – 4pm.

April – September 10am – 5pm.

October – November 10am – 4pm.

Gardens: March 10am – 4pm.

April – September 10 am – 5pm.

October – November 10am – 4pm.

Visitor Centre open all year round excluding 25 & 26 December and 1 & 2 January.

AYTON CASTLE EYEMOUTH 01890 781212 factor@aytoncastle.co.uk www.aytoncastle.co.uk A unique example of a restored Scottish Castle now lived in as a country home. Woodland walks and open days throughout the year.

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BERWICK MUSEUM & ART GALLERY Berwick Barracks Parade Berwick TD15 1DG 01289 309538 / 07736 865824 www.berwickmuseum.org.uk Discover the historic town of Berwick, looking and listening to the sights and the sounds of the past. Find out about Berwick’s heroic Medieval story. Wonder at the treasures collected by millionaire Sir William Burrell. See an ever-changing programme of temporary exhibitions. Also in the Barracks site are the Kings Own Scottish Borderers Regimental Museum, By Beat of Drum – an English Heritage exhibition and the Gymnasium Art Gallery.

Open: 25th March - 30th September, Monday – Wednesday, & every day during August 11am - 5pm

BOWHILL HOUSE & COUNTRY ESTATE Bowhill, SELKIRK 01750 22204 bht@buccleuch.com www.bowhillhouse.co.uk Bowhill sits at the heart of a beautiful estate in the Scottish Borders where the countryside has

been managed by the Buccleuch family for successive generations.

The estate has plenty to offer visitors of all ages. From its exciting woodland adventure playground and soft play centre and ranger led wildlife walks to the cosy 72 seat theatre and renowned tea room. Bowhill’s historic House is home to one of the best collections of art and fine furniture in Europe.

EYEMOUTH MARITIME CENTRE 01897 51020 / 01897 50517 enquiries@worldofboats.org www.worldofboats.org From our upstairs Gun Deck with cannons poised to fire over the harbour through open hatches to the “Smuggling” Pub scene down below then discover the world of whaling; our whaling boat from the Azores to the stories, photos and artefacts of local men who went to the Antarctic.

Interactive knots and pulleys, quizzes and dressing-up box.

Open: Mon-Sat 10am - 5pm Sun & Bank Hols 12pm-4pm

FLOORS CASTLE KELSO 01573 223333 estates@floorscastle.com www.floorscastle.com Scotland’s largest inhabited castle is the home of the Duke and Duchess of Roxburghe. Floors contains a priceless collection of French furniture, tapestries, porcelain and paintings. Extensive woodland and parkland provide walks along the banks of the River Tweed and new for 2016 access to new areas of the Victorian walled garden experience.

There are 2 café’s, a Castle Kitchen

Mellerstain House

produce shop and an adventure playground all within the grounds of the Castle. Under 8’s go free.

HEATHERSLAW CORNMILL CORNHILL ON TWEED Northumberland 01890 820488 miller@heatherslaw.org.uk www.ford-and-etal.co.uk On the banks of the River Till, this is the only working waterdriven cornmill in Northumberland which continues a tradition that stretches back over 700 years on this site. The fully restored mill machinery still makes high quality stoneground, wholemeal flour from wheat grown in the surrounding fields, and visitors can explore the building, watch the milling process from beginning to end and see our 21st-Century millers at work.

HEATHERSLAW LIGHT RAILWAY Heatherslaw CORNHILL ON TWEED 01890 820244 info@heatherslawlightrailway.co.uk www.Heatherslawlightrailway.co.uk Passenger steam railway running from Heatherslaw to Etal Castle along the banks of the River Till.

Also on site – a railway room with working models, children’s colouring area and souvenir shop.

LOCHCARRON TARTAN VISITORS CENTRE Waverley Mill, Dunsdale Road, SELKIRK 01750 726100 LVC@lochcarron.com www.lochcarron.com Weavers of the worlds largest

range of pure new wool tartans: tour our mill, then enjoy our “quintessentially Scottish” Visitor Centre, showcasing our exclusive knitwear & accessories in the finest natural fibres, along with our gorgeous tweeds, tartans and other beautiful gifts.

MANDERSTON DUNS, Berwickshire TD11 3PP 01361 883450 palmer@manderston.co.uk www.manderston.co.uk The supreme country house of Edwardian Scotland. Open to the public every Thursday and Sunday from May – September. Teashop & gardens open from 11.30am, House opens at 1.30pm £10 per person (House & gardens) £6 (gardens only) Children under 12, free.

MELLERSTAIN HOUSE Mellerstain GORDON, TD3 6LG 01573 410225 enquiries@mellerstain.com www.mellerstain.com One of Scotland’s finest stately homes, this Robert Adam masterpiece is a ‘must-see’, complemented by the fine art, period furniture, china and embroidery collections within. Its idyllic location does not disappoint, with acres of stunning parkland, formal gardens, lakeside walks,

playground & coffee shop. Approx 20 mins from Melrose & Kelso.

Open: Easter weekend (4 days), 29 Apr-26 Sept (Fri, Sat, Sun, Mon). House 12.30pm-5pm Gardens & Coffee Shop 11.30am-5pm

PAXTON HOUSE Paxton House, BERWICK-UPONTWEED, TD15 1SZ www.paxtonhouse.com A beautiful and family friendly historic house, designed by John Adam in the 18th century. With acres of gardens and woodlands, an adventure playground and riverside to explore. Enjoy home cooked food in our welcoming Tearoom and spoil yourself in our tempting Gift Shop. Exciting events programme all year round.

Open: 19th March – 30th October House, Tearoom and Shop 10am-5pm, Grounds 10am to sunset

ROBERT SMAILS PRINTING WORK 7-9 High Street, INNERLEITHEN 0844 493 2259 smails@nts.org.uk www.nts.org.uk Step back in time at this completely restored Victorian printing works. See the machines in action and try typesetting by hand. Gift shop.

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Monday, Friday and Saturday 11am – 5pm Sunday 1pm – 5pm

THE CORNICE OF ORNAMENTAL PLASTERWORK Innerleithen Road, PEEBLES 01721 720212 This museum is a plasterer’s casting workshop around the turn of the century and illustrates the main methods of creative ornamental plasterwork used in Scotland at that time. It also displays probably the largest surviving collection of ‘masters’ in Scotland.

THE HIRSEL HOMESTEAD MUSEUM The Hirsel COLDSTREAM 01890 882834 The Museum is situated at the hub of the public access walks and Craft Centre. The displays help visitors to understand how the estate has worked in the past, to see the tools with which it was worked, and to see how it has been adapted to modern methods.

EYEMOUTH MUSEUM Auld Kirk, Manse Road, EYEMOUTH, BERWICKSHIRE, TD14 5JE 018907 51701 www.eyemouthmuseum.co.uk Eyemouth Museum is based in the centre of the town and documents the fishing and social heritage of Eyemouth, brought to life in its exhibits and through stories from local people. Central to the museum is the famous Eyemouth Tapestry that commemorates the Great East Coast Fishing Disaster of 1881, known as Black Friday, 76 What’s On Summer 2016

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when 129 Eyemouth men lost their lives at sea. The tapestry was hand crafted by 24 local women and took 2 years to complete - truly a sight to behold.

As a museum, tourist information centre, exhibition gallery and gift shop, we’re sure you’ll find more than one reason to visit Eyemouth Museum. 3D interactive booth recreating life in Eyemouth’s 16th Century Fort.

Open: Tues – Sat 10am – 4pm, Sun 12noon – 4pm

TRAQUAIR HOUSE INNERLEITHEN 01896 830323 enquiries@traquair.co.uk www.traquair.co.uk Scotland’s oldest inhabited house, visited by 27 Scottish monarchs and spanning over 1000 years of Scottish history. Strong associations with Mary Queen of Scots and the Jacobites. 18th century working brewery, brewery museum and shop, gift shop, craft workshops, maze, children’s adventure playground, extensive woodland walks. 1745 Cottage Restaurant serving lunches and teas. Programme of events throughout the year.

THREE HILLS HERITAGE CENTRE The Ormiston, The Square, MELROSE 01896 822651 www.trimontium.org.uk The most Northern military amphitheatre in the Roman Empire, two miles from Melrose is but the latest discovery displayed in the enjoyable and award-winning Trimontium Museum. The visitor can be guided by commentary to explore amongst other exhibits, artefacts, models, CD Rom of ‘Treasures’, the video room and the huge reconstruction painting of Trimontium in its heyday.

BORDERS FAMILY HISTORY SOCIETY 52 Overhaugh Street, GALASHIELS, TD1 1DP 01896 750387 info@bordersfhs.org.uk www.bordersfhs.org.uk Based in Galashiels, the expert and enthusiastic volunteers of the Borders Family History Society will help you find your Borders ancestors using Births, Marriage, Death and Census records and the many other sources of family and local history held in our Archive &

Independent Museums, Castles & Historic Properties Research Centre. Research service also available.

Open: Monday 6pm – 8pm, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 10am to 4pm.

LIDDESDALE HERITAGE CENTRE Old Townfoot Kirk South Hermitage Street, Newcastleton, Roxburghshire,TD9 0QG dwina@btinternet.com Visit the museum in the old Townfoot Kirk full of the history of Liddesdale from the Reivers to the Railway, through the weaving to farming and forestry. From school days, war days, fun days, and music & prose days through to family research days.

HISTORIC SCOTLAND DRYBURGH ABBEY Near St Boswells, TD6 0RQ 01835 822 381 customer@HES.scot www.historic-scotland.gov.uk/places

Wander among the graceful ruins of this beautiful Borders abbey set beside the River Tweed. It has been ravaged by fire and ware but stone carvings and plasterwork have survived to provide a fascinating glimpse of its once magnificent decoration. Look for the final resting place of Sir Walter Scott.

Open all year. 25 Mar to 30 Sept 9.30am-5.30pm, 1 Oct to 31 Mar 10am-4pm Admission: Adult £5.50 Child £3.30 Conc £4.40

GREENKNOWE TOWER 0.5m W of Gordon www.historic-scotland.gov.uk/places

A handsome tower house on an L plan, built in 1581 and still retaining its iron gate or yet.

HERMITAGE CASTLE 5.5m NE of Newcastleton, TD6 0LU 01387 376222 customer@HES.scot www.historic-scotland.gov.uk/places Soak up the eerie, powerful atmosphere of an imposing stronghold with a notorious reputation. One of the greatest Borders castles, Hermitage dates back to the 1300s. Look for a garrison’s cesspit and seek shelter under the great arch if it rains.

Open: summer only. 25 Mar to 30 Sept. 9.30am-5.30pm Admission: Adult £4.50 Child £2.70 Conc £3.60

JEDBURGH ABBEY In Jedburgh, TD8 6JQ 01835 863 925 customer@HES.scot www.historic-scotland.gov.uk/places The towering ruins of this vast abbey complex are testament to the power of both royalty and the medieval church. Founded by David I in 1138, the abbey was linked to a nearby royal castle. Alexander III married Yolande de Dreux here.

Open all year. 25 Mar to 30 Sept 9.30am-5.30pm 1 Oct to 31 Mar 10am-4pm Admission: Adult £5.50 Child £3.30 Conc £4.40

SMAILHOLM TOWER Near Smailholm Village, TD5 7PG 01573 460 365 customer@HES.scot www.historic-scotland.gov.uk/places

This 20-metre-high stronghold, built

in the 1400s dominates the skyline.

On a clear day you can see as far as Bamburgh Castle in Northumberland.

The author Sir Walter Scott spent much of his childhood on a farm below the tower, where he first heard the stories that made up his Minstrelsy of the Scottish Border, the subject of an exhibition here.

Open summer only. 25 Mar to 30 Sept 9.30am-5.30pm Admission: Adult £4.50 Child £2.70 Con £3.60

KELSO ABBEY In Kelso www.historic-scotland.gov.uk/places

The west end of the great abbey church of the Tironensians, brought to Kelso in 1128 by David I. Even in its fragmentary state, this is a superb piece of architecture.

Open all year. 25 Mar to 30 Sept 9.30am - 5.30pm, 1 Oct to 31 Mar 10am-4pm closed Thur and Fri

MELROSE ABBEY In Melrose, TD6 9LG 01896 822 562 customer@HES.scot www.historic-scotland.gov.uk/places

Trace the lives and beliefs of the medieval monks in one of Scotland’s largest and richest medieval abbeys.

You will find remarkable sculptures of saints, demons and the famous bag-pipe playing pig. The treasures displayed in the museum include medieval spectacles, a scribes inkwell and a carved green man.

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GALLERIES ABBEY CERAMICS

BUY DESIGN GALLERY

The Hirsel, COLDSTREAM 01890 883160 info@abbeyceramics.co.uk www.abbeyceramics.co.uk Established in 1986, Abbey Ceramics make a colourful range of domestic pottery and wall-plaques. Also for sale are watercolours and cards by Peter Lochhead. Visit our shop for the unique small gift or wedding present.

Open: 11am to 5pm weekdays and 12.30pm to 4.30pm most weekends.

THE BORDER TART

Harestanes Centre, by Ancrum, JEDBURGH 01835 830718 info@buydesigngallery.com www.buydesigngallery.com The very best of locally produced designer craft in the Borders.

This award winning gallery and exhibition space is home to some of Scotland’s best known makers and designers. Beautiful work in glass, metal, ceramic, wood, and textiles. Unique painting and sculpture pieces.

Open: Every day 10am-5pm COLDSTREAM GALLERY

Tart HQ, Chesters nr HAWICK TD9 8TH 01450 860275 / 07900 522651 You’re welcome to visit my little workshop where I dye a range of yarns and fibres with natural indigo, spin colourful yarns and make bespoke lampshades amongst other things.

Open: April to December – but please phone to check first

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51 High Street COLDSTREAM TD12 4DL 01890 882882 info@coldstreamgallery.co.uk www.coldstreamgallery.co.uk

Run by artists Laura and Rich Johnson Coldstream Gallery offers a showcase for contemporary fine art and craft from artists and makers of the Scottish Borders, Northumberland and beyond.

Welcoming and spacious with a wide variety of work exhibited and a relaxing corner to enjoy coffee and scones.

Open: Tuesday - Saturday 10am – 4pm THE CRAFTERS

5 Market Square, MELROSE TD6 9PQ 01896 823823 www.thecrafters.co.uk A cooperative of Borders artists and designers selling highquality wares direct to the public at affordable prices. As well as displaying the work of cooperative members, The Crafters host a wide variety of guest exhibitors from the Borders and beyond. Commissions are always welcome Open: Monday-Saturday from 10am-5pm.

THE CRAFT COURTYARD DESIGNERS Crafts Courtyard, Harestanes, Ancrum, JEDBURGH TD8 6UQ Individual Arts & Crafts Studios & Buy Design Gallery. Set in the beautiful forest clearing at Harestanes. Purchase contemporary handcrafted items by local skilled craftsmen Open: all year incl. bank holidays.

Monday - Sunday 10am – 5pm (some studio times may vary) CUERO HANDBAG DESIGNS

Whitmuir, Near WEST LINTON, Edinburgh EH46 7BB 01968 660200 info@dancinglightgallery.co.uk www.dancinglightgallery.co.uk Dancing Light Gallery is a unique and exciting Art Gallery located 14 miles from the heart of Edinburgh.

We concentrate on displaying original art to suit everyone’s taste and pocket. Our wonderful paintings, ceramics, wood work, glass, jewellery and textiles are individually crafted and made by some of the most talented and professional artists to be found both nationally and internationally.

Adjoining restaurant, farm shop & plant nursery Open: daily 10 - 5

THE HIRSEL HOMESTEAD CENTRE FOR ARTS & CRA The Hirsel, COLDSTREAM 01890 882965 www.hirselcountrypark.co.uk Situated within the Hirsel Estate, on the A697 to the west of Coldstream, The Hirsel Homestead Centre for Arts and Crafts features possibly one of the best collections of Scottish arts and crafts to be found anywhere in the Borders; offering an array of workshops where the visitor can see and/or purchase items being hand-made by skilled craftspeople.

HUNTER ART & TILE STUDIO, TILE SPECIALIST

FLAT CAT GALLERY & COFFEE SHOP Cuero Workshop Copland Farm, Ancrum, Jedburgh TD8 6UG 01835 830742 www.cuero.co.uk Soft leather, distinctive textile decoration and top quality fittings combine in a superior product.

The ideal gift.

Open: by appointment DANCING LIGHT GALLERY

2 Market Place LAUDER 01578 722808 www.flatcatgallery.co.uk The Flat Cat Gallery has exciting, ever-changing exhibitions by local and Scottish artists. Enjoy the exhibitions and the gallery’s excellent café.

Open: Daily 9.30am-5pm.

Disabled access and facilities.

Craft Courtyard Harestanes, ANCRUM TD8 6UQ 01835 830328 enquiries@hunterartandtilestudio. co.uk www.hunterartandtilestudio.co.uk Douglas and Charlotte Hunter have been creating richly coloured tiles for customers worldwide since 1982. Lots of things to enjoy, well worth visiting !

Open: All year 9am – 5pm daily.

Sunday 1 – 5pm. Please phone ahead if travelling far

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IAIN MCGREGOR OAK GARDEN FURNITURE

Open: By appointment only.

Please ring ahead of visit.

JANE HARBOTTLE WILDLIFE ARTIST THE ART STUDIO

in silver and gold. We also have a wide range of loose gemstones and a full colour catalogue of designs. Made up stock for sale.

Commissions welcome.

Open: any time by arrangement - please phone first!

Workshop and Showroom GORDON, Berwickshire 01573 410277 mcgregor.iona@btinternet.com Producing hand made traditional garden furniture from locally grown oak. Ideal present for commemorative, weddings, birthdays, retiral, anniversary or just your garden. A range of benches and coffee tables are available for sale. No other sales outlets. Speak to Iain or Iona. Established in 1985.

Open: 10am – 5pm, 7 days.

Times may vary - telephone first JANIS EMBLETON, FLIGHT WEAVING STUDIO

JOHNNIE ARMSTRONG GALLERY

57 Main Street, Lowick, nr BERWICK, Northumberland TD15 2UD 01289 388215 jane@janeharbottleartist.co.uk www.janeharbottleartist.co.uk Jane works with fine sable brushes, gouache paints on watercolour board and slowly builds up the many layers of colour and texture that come together to capture the essence of her natural subjects - anything from auriculas to zebras. She lovingly highlights the beauty of nature through her finely detailed and eloquently executed paintings.

Open: By appointment only.

Please ring ahead of visit.

JOANNA THOMSON JEWELLERY

2 The Green, Swinton, DUNS, Berwickshire, TD11 3JQ 07748245840 info@flight-weaving.co.uk www.flight-weaving.co.uk Hand-weaving studio practising traditional methods. Commissions welcome. Tuition and demonstrations 80 What’s On Summer 2016

PO Box 2 PEEBLES EH45 8BW 01721 722936 07773 578341 joannathomsonjewellery@gmail.com www.jewellery-scotland.com Working studio just outside Peebles, making precious jewellery

Henderson’s Knowe, Teviothead, HAWICK 01450 850237 www.thecelticgoldsmith.com A family run business specialising in the design, manufacture and direct sale of high quality gold and silver jewellery in Scottish, Celtic and Viking design. Displayed alongside historic Scottish artefacts.

Open: 9am - 6pm Wednesday Saturday all year round.

JULIA LINSTEAD GLASS The Hirsel, COLDSTREAM 01890 882555 www.julialinsteadglass.com The gallery exhibits a wide

Galleries range of Julia’s gorgeous sandblasted crystal bowls. We also stock a colourful selection of handmade perfume bottles, bowls, paperweights, jewellery and window panels and more by some of the best glass artists in the U.K. Open: Monday to Friday 10.30am – 5pm. Weekend times vary. Disabled access.

THE KELSO POTTERY STUDIO SHOP

01573 460666 www.kinsman-blakeceramics.co.uk At their family gallery est 1979, The Kinsman-Blakes display their range of ceramics, paintings, sculptures, woodwork, screen prints, cards and jewellery.

Visitors welcome all year.

Open: every day 9am - 5pm THE LAMANCHA HUB

Lindean Mill Glass is the partnership of David Kaplan and Annica Sandström. Established in 1978, they are pioneers of the studio glass movement in Scotland.

The glass studio is internationally renowned for contemporary designed tableware and collections of individual vessels, plates and fused glass panels. The glass studio, shop and gallery are open to the public and signposted on the A7, 2 miles north of Selkirk.

Open: Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm and by appointment at weekends.

MOY MACKAY GALLERY

Old School House, Old Moffat Road, Lamancha EH46 7BD 01968 660008 www.lamanchahub.org.uk The Knowes, KELSO TD5 7HB 01573 224027 Ian and Elizabeth Hird established the Pottery in 1970 producing a range of domestic stoneware pottery including mugs, jugs, and piggy banks. Ian designed and had built an outdoor Pit-Kiln to fire low temperature pieces. These are wrapped in oats, barley, bracken and reeds which burn and ‘flash’ extra patterns on the surfaces.

The Lamancha Hub is a community centre with halls to hire, a café on site and community garden and playground. We also have a fabulous BBQ hut for hire. This is in addition to running a variety of events and activities.

LINDEAN MILL GLASS

The Pottery is in the large car park behind Kelso Abbey.

Open: Tuesday – Saturday 10am – 1pm & 2pm – 5pm. Disabled access KINSMAN BLAKE CERAMICS & GALLERY Barn House, Smailholm, nr KELSO

Lindean Mill, GALASHIELS TD1 3PE 01750 20173 info@lindeanmillglass.co.uk www.lindeanmillglass.co.uk

17 Northgate, Peebles EH45 8RX 01721 722116 info@moymackaygallery.com www.moymackaygallery.com Come visit us in the picturesque town of Peebles or shop our online gallery and be inspired

by Moy Mackay’s renowned felted paintings. In addition to our featured artists you can also view our rolling exhibitions of work by some of Scotland’s finest contemporary artists. Visit our online gallery for information on forthcoming exhibitions.

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OLD MELROSE FURNITURE STUDIO & TEAROOMS

of Beastie Assemblage, Linda Lovatt’s whimsical jewellery and assemblage collection.

Open: 9.30am-5pm Monday to Friday, 9.30am-4pm Saturday TWEED ART

Ravenswood, MELROSE TD6 9DF 07958 010337 www.oldmelrosefurniturestudio. co.uk Specialising in contemporary bespoke handcrafted furniture, furniture restoration, antiques and collectables. We also stock a wide range of locally made gifts including artwork textiles, glass & jewellery. The Border Reader Bookshop sells a good selection of quality second hand books. After you have browsed the showrooms why not relax in our tearooms.

Open: Mon - Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 11am-5pm

1 Biggiesknowe, PEEBLES 01721 720246 www.tweedart.co.uk As well as framing, the gallery has an ever changing display of work by artists from around the Borders and further afield in Scotland.

In addition to selling paintings, prints and photographs the gallery sells a wide range of ceramics, glass, sculpture, jewellery and crafts all handmade by Scottish craftspeople.

Open: all year round 9.30am-5pm Monday to Saturday ROBYN KINSMANBLAKE JEWELLERY AND SILVERSMITHING

LOVATT GALLERY

a love of stories, her work is full of lively characters from starlings to dazzling circus performers. Robyn enjoys transforming old jewellery into contemporary pieces and new commissions are also welcome.

Open: 9am – 5pm Tuesday – Sunday ROB ELLIOT - FURNITURE

Riverside Road, SELKIRK TD7 5DU 01750 722243 rob.elliot@ic24.net www.robelliotfurniture.com Rob Elliot works in local elm, producing functional and artistic furniture sought after by all. It is difficult to stand next to Rob’s warm, inviting furniture and not touch it!

Open: Monday – Friday 8.30am – 12 noon & 1pm – 4.30 pm Saturday 9am – 12 noon.

SUE ELLIOT - CREATIVE SILKS & VELVETS

41 High Street, JEDBURGH 01835 862960 l.lovatt@btopenworld.com www.beastieassemblage.co.uk A magical Scottish contemporary art and craft gallery in the heart of Jedburgh. It is also the home 82 What’s On Summer 2016

Kinsman Blake Ceramics & Gallery Barn House, Smailholm, nr KELSO 01573 460666 Robyn works from the KinsmanBlake Gallery in Smailholm.

Illustrative and sculptural silver jewellery is highlighted with gold, wood, silks and stones. Inspired by

Galleries Riverside Road, SELKIRK TD7 5DU 01750 722 243 sueelliotselkirk@yahoo.co.uk www.the crafters.co.uk You are very welcome to visit Sue’s studio/shop where you will see a wide range of sumptuous accessories such as scarves, bags and corsages all designed and made by Sue. Open: Mon – Fri 9am – 12 noon, 1pm - 5pm, Sat 9am – 12 noon SCOTTISH BORDERS ART GLASS

Since 1984, Tom Davidson has specialised in producing full colour, limited edition, lino-cut prints.

Each design is produced from a single block of linoleum ensuring there can be no reprints. Subject matter is the Border landscape, often featuring trees as the centrepiece. As well as lino-cuts, Tom produces two plate and single plate etching aquatints. Prints may be purchased framed or unframed.

Artists can be viewed at work in the gallery.

Open: All year round. MondaySaturday, 10am - 5pm Closed Sundays and Wednesday afternoons.

SAMANTHA’S STUDIO

The Hirsel, Centre for Arts & Crafts, COLDSTREAM 01890 882833 07932 064247 angela@tickettyboo.co.uk www.tickettyboo.co.uk Ticketty Boo textile designer and maker of gorgeous unique home accessories. Commissions for personalised and bespoke items welcomed. Also quality upcycled vintage furniture, lamps and lampshades, bookbinding and stockist of Clarke & Clarke and StudioG cottons and oilcloth, haberdashery, Garden Trading and Everlong Chalk Paints.

Open: Friday to Tuesday 11.30am - 5.30pm (advisable to call if making a special journey) WASPS

Unit 5, Galalaw, HAWICK TD9 8PZ 01450 371425 Holmesartglass@gmail.com Hand blown art glass, in the form of paperweights, vases, bowls and gifts.

We take custom orders and supply awards for local organisations.

Our workshop is half a mile north of Hawick, just off the A7 at the Homebase roundabout. Visitors welcomed to the showroom and for glass making demonstrations.

1a Harestanes Craft Courtyard, nr.

JEDBURGH TD8 6UQ 07809222243 samfennjohnston.com

Open: Mon-Fri 10am - 4.30pm, Sat 10am - 2pm.

TICKETTY BOO

TOM DAVIDSON GALLERY High Street, EARLSTON 01896 848898 www.tomdavidson.co.uk

Creative Textile fabric designs for home living, artifacts of decoupage, collage, prints & curios for all the family.

Unit 1, Level Crossing Road, SELKIRK 01450 371663 www.selkirkwasps.com WASPS Studios Selkirk hosts 13 artists working in a variety of media. The gallery space is only open to the public twice a year – for the Spring Exhibition in May, and the Open Studios event in October. To arrange viewings outwith these times contact individual artists via the website.

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Galleries TOWER HOUSE POTTERY & GALLERY PETER & MARGARET THOMAS

all year round and work can be viewed and purchased online via our website at any time.

THE THREE FISHES GALLERY AND FRAMING

Open: daily 10am-4pm ( closed Wednesdays). Open outwith these dates and times by appointment.

REAL WOOD STUDIOS 19b Eastgate, PEEBLES EH45 8AD 01721 720860 jim@thethreefishesgallery andframing.co.uk

Tower Road, TWEEDMOUTH Berwick-upon-Tweed TD15 2BD 01289 307314 Margaret@towerhousepottery.com A small working pottery producing thrown earthernware: highly decorated with floral designs and images reflecting our location.

Commissions taken. Studio open throughout the year. Visitors Welcome (phone first if travelling any distance) THE STONE WALLL GALLERY

Cruiksfield, Preston, DUNS Berwickshire TD11 3QB 07872 509838 www.stonewallgallery.co.uk The Stone Wall Gallery is one of the Scottish Borders foremost art exhibition spaces, open daily ( except closed wednesdays) for month long exhibitions four times a year. See website for details.The gallery also opens by appointment 84 What’s On Summer 2016

Monteviot Nurseries Nr Ancrum Jedburgh Scottish Borders TD8 6TU 01835 830 767 info@realwoodstudios.com www.realwoodstudios.com Real Wood Studios is a workshop, showroom, sawmill and timber merchant, specialising in the creative use of locally sourced hardwoods.

Highly skilled designer-makers produce a wide range of bespoke free standing furniture, as well as fully fitted kitchens, reception desks and fireplace mantels.

Hardwood flooring, larch cladding and kiln dried timber are also processed on site.

“An Aladdin’s Cave of colour and imagination”. The Three Fishes Gallery and Framing in Peebles brings an eclectic mix of images of exotic and local wildlife, iconic movie images, fine arts, abstracts alongside original watercolours by artist in residence Jim Macdonald.

Also unique greetings cards and locally made Jewellery. A warm friendly welcome awaits you to browse or buy, whichever you choose.

Open: Mon - Fri 10am - 5pm, Sat 11am - 4.30pm, Closed Wednesday and Sunday TWEEDSIDE GALLERY

Open: Mon-Fri 9am-6pm, Sat 9am-4pm Tweedside Road, Newtown St Boswells TD6 0PG 01835 823473 www.tweedsidegallery.co.uk

As well as a bespoke picture framing service, I also stock a large variety of quality handmade crafts and gifts, and a full range of landscape photographs by Ian Oliver, from the Borders and elsewhere.

Open: all year (holidays posted on web site): Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 10am - 5pm, and Wednesday & Saturday 10am - 1pm WHITE FOX GALLERY

Unit 1, The Hirsel Arts & Crafts Centre COLDSTREAM TD12 4LW 07980 402755 info@whitefoxgallery.co.uk www.whitefoxgallery.co.uk A new concept, where Photography meets Painting and Nature meets Home, the gallery specialises in Fine Art photography, unique art painted furniture, paintings and exquisite miniature art jewellery, all produced

by Stephen Whitehorne and his partner, Virginie Renard. The Gallery also operates a rotating calendar of guest artists, ensuring that there is always something new on offer.

Open: Thurs-Sun, 10am-5:30 pm

Dawyck Botanic Garden

Gardens

Teviot Water Gardens

Teviot Smokery, Kirkbank House, nr KELSO 01835 850253 www.teviotwatergardens. co.uk Displays, water gardens and the river walks in a beautiful situation by the River Teviot.

Plants, fish, pumps etc available for sale. Coffee shop and smokery shop, which sells produce, smoked on the premises.

Dawyck Botanic Garden Dawyck, Stobo PEEBLES 01721 760254 dawyck@rbge.org.uk www.rbge.org.uk A regional garden of the Royal Botanic Garden, Edinburgh, with a history of tree planting of over 300 years. Spectacular landscaped walks with stunning views of the garden and surrounding Borders landscape. Visitor Centre with

studio including garden films and themed exhibitions through the season. Shop with plant sales and gifts.

CafĂŠ serving light lunches and refreshments.

Mertoun Gardens Mertoun, St Boswells, MELROSE 01835 823236 www.mertoungardens.co.uk 26-acre garden in an outstanding setting overlooking the River Tweed.

Wide variety of shrubs, plants and trees and walled kitchen garden.

Monteviot House Garden near JEDBURGH 01835 830380 / 830704 enquiries@monteviot.com www.monteviot.com/ garden-intro Series of differing gardens including herb garden, rose garden, water garden linked What’s On Summer 2016

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Gardens

Dawyck Botanic Garden

by bridges, and river garden with herbaceous shrub borders. Dene garden featuring a series of ponds and bridges and planted with variety of foliage plants.

orchard with many varieties of fruit trees, a picnic area, woodland and a National Trust For Scotland Gift Shop.

Priorwood Dried Flower Garden

Wilton Lodge Park, HAWICK 01450 378023 Victorian walled gardens with herbaceous, erica and alpine gardens, annual borders, theme displays, bedding displays, aviary and greenhouse.

National Trust for Scotland Priorwood Garden, Abbey Street, MELROSE TD6 9PX 01896 822493 www.nts.org.uk The garden is renowned for its unusual variety and quality of dried flowers, which are grown and preserved on the property.

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Wilton Lodge Park Walled Garden

Kailzie Gardens Kailzie PEEBLES 01721 720007 info@kailziegardens.com www.kailziegardens.com A large domestic garden on the grand scale, Kailzie Gardens lie within a traditional estate occupying a beautiful position on the River Tweed.

Kailzie’s delightful grounds offer seasonal displays of massed bulbs, wild garden feature woodland, burnside walks, stunning walled garden, long herbaceous borders, Victorian greenhouses, stocked fly fishing pond, a bait pond, putting green, tearoom and licensed restaurant.

Galashiels Old Gala House Galashiels Volunteer Hall Hawick Town Hall Innerleithen Memorial Hall Jedburgh Town Hall Kelso Tait Hall Lauder Public Hall Melrose Corn Exchange Melrose Ormiston Institute Peebles Burgh Hall Selkirk Victoria Halls Stow Town Hall West Linton Graham Institute

Whatever the occasion...

Live Borders offer a range of venues to suit your event

CALL, EMAIL OR VISIT US ONLINE TO FIND OUT MORE T: 01835 825231 / 01835 825020 E: venues@liveborders1.org.uk

www.liveborders.org.uk

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