Saturday 13 September
to Sunday 12 October
During normal opening times
Calderglen Country Park and Langlands Moss Nature
The ‘OPUS V’ 2008 Photography Exhibition
Opus V’ present their 2008 portfolio of high quality framed photographic images. Subject matter is varied, from portraiture to landscape, reflecting the
interests and skills of the individual photographers.
Wednesday 01 October
to Saturday 13 December
See programme for times of individual courses
Hamilton Town House
Programme of creative arts activities for Autumn 2008
Whether you are interested in music, drama, dance, film and animation or visual arts and crafts, there’s something for everyone so come along and try something new with a little help from the Arts Development Team!
Could you be the next big thing? Bands, solo artists, DJ’s, if you think you’ve got what it takes to blow us away, then East Kilbride Arts Centre wants to hear from you!
The best blues brothers show in the world ever! The legendary Jake and Elwood Blues will be raising the roof with their highly acclaimed smash hit production.
Saturday 11 October
to Sunday 19 October
From 10.30am (all day until 3.30pm)
Calderglen Country Park and Langlands Moss Nature
Calderglen Seasonal Treasure Hunt
Self-guided special seasonal themed treasure hunt organised by Calderglen’s Horticultural staff. Treasure maps and details available in the Conservatory. Lots of fun - but could be a wee bit scary!!
This critically-acclaimed multimedia stand-up comedy about disablility sterotypes, was a sell out show at last years Edinburgh Fringe. Heavy on humour, sharp stand-up routines and brilliant observations and much more result in an hour of hilarious, thought-provoking, unique comedy.
Sunday 12 October
2pm (Duration approx. 2hrs 30mins)
Corn Exchange
Pre-Festival Event - Visit to Little Sparta
A chance to explore and enjoy the garden of the late poet, philosopher and landscape gardener, Ian Hamilton Finlay. This will be a private visit to the garden, set in the hills near Dunsyre.
Sunday 12 October
Lunch time performance 2pm, Lunch served 1pm; High tea performance 5pm, Tea served 4.30pm
East Kilbride Arts Centre
The Jumble Sale
It’s time for the annual jumble sale, but this year there is a new minister in charge, well he thinks he is, but old habits die-hard. Before the last item is sold there is going to be laughter and surprises galore.
No introduction needed to this very popular story of the Three Billy Goats Gruff and their tussle with a grumpy Troll, who is determined to stop them crossing the bridge.
Two boys, one murder, two victims. When his friend is stabbed, a young lad from a housing scheme falls in with a gang. The terrible revenge he takes brings disaster on himself and the family of the victim.
See the antics of Mr Pratt the loveable but incompetent rat-catcher of Hamelin. He is sacked by the Mayor in favour of a mysterious stranger who gets rid of the rats and mice.
Fancy joining Bitter & Twisted for a fabulous evening of your favourite feel good Musicals, Pop Anthems and Disco Classics?
Scotland’s newest Musical Comedy Duo will entertain and indulge your passions, accompanied by the wonderful Princess of the Piano, Alison Maguire.
Mesmeric storyteller Mike Maran brings Louis de Berniere's epic tale of love and war to the stage with two chickens, two aubergines, three puppets and a goat.
Join the Animal Keepers for this spooktacular Hallowe’en event. We will be exploring the animal kingdom to look at the unique animals that have adapted to living in the dark. Have fun at the mask-making craft workshop where you can make your own spooky animal mask.
Saturday 18 October
to Sunday 19 October
During normal opening hours
Calderglen Country Park and Langlands Moss Nature
Book Fair Weekend
Calling all bookworms - come and view the tempting
range of second-hand books on display - books covering a wide range of subjects, at very affordable prices.
Wander into the woodlands of Calderglen Country Park and learn about the importance of fungi as nature’s recyclers. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Dress for the weather.
John Findlay provides the live music for our series of Tea Dances with a mixture of sequence and ballroom to suit all tastes. Free tea/coffee, sausage rolls and home-made shortbread provided.
Wednesday 22 October
8pm (Duration approx. 2hrs 15mins)
Biggar Municipal Hall
Ken Mathieson's Classic Jazz Orchestra
Biggar Music Club present this acclaimed eight piece orchestra. Get set to take a stroll down Bourbon Street as they perform a selection by some of the jazz greats.
They came from Mars and landed outside the Farndale Church Hall
The Farndale Avenue ladies attempt lift-off with their Dramatic Society's unique production of this sci-fi thriller, They came from Mars and landed outside the Farndale Church Hall in time for the Townswomen's Guild's Coffee Morning.
Thursday 23 October
7.30pm (Duration approx. 2hrs)
Corn Exchange
An Evening with Alexander McCall Smith
Alexander McCall Smith is the author of more than 60 books which hve been translated into 43 languages. Probably best-known for his best-selling 'No 1 Ladies' Detective Agenct' series featuring Precious Ramotswe.
The EKO players proudly presents The Wizard of Oz. Young Dorothy from Kansas dreams of what may be over the rainbow. Join us on this well known and loved journey as Dorothy seeks to find her way back home.
An evening with acclaimed local harp virtuoso Savourna Stevenson. Music for both clarsach and pedal harp, with contributions from Broughton Junior Choir and the Peebles High School Saxophone Quartet.
Sunday 26 October
2pm (Duration approx. 2hrs 30mins)
Skirling House
Skirling House and Its Artists
Elizabeth Cumming, expert on Scottish Arts and Crafts and author of 'Hand, Heart and Soul', will talk about the artists connected with Skirling House including Phoebe Anna Traquair.
Rounding of this year's Biggar Little Festival, Clydesdale Folk Club together with the Lanarshire Songwriters Group present and evening of music and songs by the Legendary Woody Guthrie.
Wednesday 29 October
to Thursday 30 October
7.30pm
Village Theatre East Kilbride
Showstoppers 2008! In aid of Macmillan Cancer Support
'Showstoppers 2008!' is a brand new collection of your favourite songs from hit musicals and Oscar-winning movies performed by five brilliant entertainers who are guaranteed to give you a laugh as well as some sensational singing.
Chatelherault is a really mysterious and spooky place at night - especially at Hallowe’en! Come and enjoy an evening meal with us, followed by a tour of the most scary places you can image! Not for the feint hearted -you have been warned!!
Dominic Kirwan is undoubtedly one of Ireland’s most dynamic and versatile performers. A true Irish star, with the looks and the voice to match, he enthrals audiences with his fast moving and spectacular show.