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Pop into the Stove Cafe for a display of artworks created during the past two years of the project, alongside a collection of historical images of the fountain in days gone by! View during regular cafe opening hours, 9am - 3pm Monday-Saturday. Access Information: Level Access in rear of building through adjacent close to left-hand side […]
Welcome to our next edition of The Repair Shop. Are you a fixer-upper, DIY hero or just looking to learn? Repair Shop is on the look-out for people who want to be part of growing a new group dedicated to repairing, mending, fixing and building. From tech to textiles, it’s open to all. We’re all […]
Mahuki is the Edinburgh-based passion project of Czech-born fusion guitarist Honza Kourimsky, combining elements of jazz with Eastern European folk music, progressive rock, and modern-day funk. The band are on tour with the promotional campaign for their debut live album LIVE FROM THE LIVING ROOM SET. The album was captured in a one-of-a kind sell-outlive […]
Entirely community-run, Queer Club advocates for the rights of the LGBTQ+ community through creativity, conversation, and most importantly, fun An activist space for members of the LGBTQIA+ community locally to get together, Queer Club is an opportunity for the queer community, its allies and advocates to conjure up big plans and get making. The Open […]
Back to Drawing at @ The Stove Open and accessible drawing workshops. No experience needed, for any age or ability. Only £8 with all materials provided – pay on the door Drawing for Enjoyment returns to The Stove on the High Street in the centre of Dumfries with a focus to getting back to the essence […]
The Climate Kitchen, run by local community members, is a space for learning, sharing, contributing and working together to do something positive for the climate! This session will be the second cycle-inspired edition of Climate Kitchen... ON YER BIKE! Part 2: The Joy of Cycle-Touring Two of our Climate Kitchen organisers, Kirsty and Katie, will […]
An evening talk hosted at the Stove cafe with two speakers sharing their wealth of knowledge on the history of the Dumfries Fountain and surrounding area. We will hear from Jim Mitchell, of Industrial Heritage Consulting who has been part of the fountain restoration team, and Andrew Nicholson, archaeologist for Dumfries and Galloway Council who […]
Magic: the Gathering is a collectable trading card game dating back to 1993. Players use their decks, containing lands, spells, and creatures, to battle against their opponent using a variety of tactics and strategies until one player emerges victorious. Magic comes in many formats, each with its own list of cards that are allowed to […]
For amateur bakers and bread enthusiasts alike. Doughlicious is a bread club with a twist. Share recipes and techniques in a relaxed atmosphere and get practical with some hands-on activity. Open to all! Discover more about Doughlicious here. The levian will be provided, but you’ll need to bring some tools from home. These are: A mixing […]
Tour One - June 23, 10.30am Tour Two - June 25, 6.00pm Join Mostly Ghostly as we celebrate the unveiling of Dumfries Fountain with a tour exploring the impact of two major Cholera epidemics on our town. Discover fascinating real-life accounts, intriguing folklore and a sense of the dark gloom that overshadowed Dumfries, ultimately leading […]
After Dumfries’ fountain has been fully restored to working order and returned to its place in Dumfries High Street, all are invited to mark the official launching of the renovated fountain with a ceremonial turning on of the water supply, led by Dumfries and Galloway Council. Collect your own commemorative certificate as part of the […]
Artist Mark Zygadlo will host a drop-in activity by the river Nith, outside the Robert Burn Centre, developing ideas around moving and supplying water, using a variety of different constructed pumps and fountains using only the river and the force of gravity to create playful water demonstrations. This is a hands-on activity, and children must […]
DMC presents Dave Bass’ under 18 acoustic afternoon. Showcasing even more of the incredible young & talented musicians from across the region. Enjoy a chilled afternoon with good food, great coffee and live entertainment in the heart of Dumfries High Street. Level Access in rear of building through adjacent close to left-hand side of the […]
Tour One - June 23, 10.30am Tour Two - June 25, 6.00pm Join Mostly Ghostly as we celebrate the unveiling of Dumfries Fountain with a tour exploring the impact of two major Cholera epidemics on our town. Discover fascinating real-life accounts, intriguing folklore and a sense of the dark gloom that overshadowed Dumfries, ultimately leading […]
You’re invited to join a friendly and welcoming community in the Doongamers group, with live gaming meet-ups taking place at The Stove. Digimon is about creatures which inhabit a “Digital World”, a parallel universe that originated from Earth’s various communication networks. Starter deck provided for new players £5 entrance fee, provides 1 booster pack from […]
Part of our Open Hoose Programme and inspired by conservation initiatives across the country, a new group wants to question and explore what exactly a Conservation Trust for the River Nith might look like. This is the ideal opportunity for those passionate about protecting one of our most extraordinary natural assets to get together and […]
Free improvisation is a bold and interactive approach to composition and collaboration. It’s the craft of exploring instrumental forces to create dynamic sound worlds. Make your own rules! No songs, no standards, no structure. Get together with fellow musicians, collaborate and let your instincts take control in this immersive, experimental and pioneering musical form. Find […]
Back to Drawing at @ The Stove Open and accessible drawing workshops. No experience needed, for any age or ability. Only £8 with all materials provided – pay on the door Drawing for Enjoyment returns to The Stove on the High Street in the centre of Dumfries with a focus to getting back to the essence […]
Nith Life is a new, grassroots, community-led group that is exploring ways to ensure the River Nith is recognised as a significant part of the region’s sustainability plans for the future. The Stove Network and The Galloway & Southern Ayrshire UNESCO Biosphere are supporting Nith Life in its development. Nith Life and The Galloway & […]
Magic: the Gathering is a collectable trading card game dating back to 1993. Players use their decks, containing lands, spells, and creatures, to battle against their opponent using a variety of tactics and strategies until one player emerges victorious. Magic comes in many formats, each with its own list of cards that are allowed to […]
Welcome to the June edition of WRITE! a monthly creative writing workshop with author Karl Drinkwater. WRITE! is all about letting your imagination guide your hand. In each session we’ll chat about a writing-related topic, then provide prompts and a theme, and the opportunity to write based on the inspiration. It might be a character sketch, […]
In July Dumfries is celebrating Pride! Organised by the local LGBTQ+ community, Dumfries Pride will run from 8thJuly to 12th August, and in support of the upcoming programme of events and activities Reel to Real is hosting a themed film screening. About the Film From music mogul to film director, Simon Napier-Bell (previously manager of […]
“Did you hear? Devine Tension has just been catfished, and she’s spiralling. Poor thing.” Experience “Passion Project”: a (partially) autobiographical solo extravaganza starring Devine Tension. Join Devine as she navigates a high energy - raunchy - and raw exploration of love, sex and attachment. Honest and vulnerable, Passion Project shines a light on our universal […]
The Dumfries Women's Signwriting Squad return to the Stove for their monthly meet up, an open space for all women with a love of letters, from the experienced to complete beginners. The monthly meet up is a space for gathering and sharing skills and ideas, and each month one of the team will set a […]
Makers, menders, tinkers, tailors, we need you! Repair Shop is a fun and interactive event for learners and hobbyists to swap skills, try out new techniques and get making. So if you think yourself a mender or can't tell the difference between a spanner and a corkscrew, it's open to all. We’re all about connecting […]
Over the course of the past few years, documentary filmmakers Patrick Rooney and Ross Scott have been following the story of Dumfries’ fountain restoration, speaking with local community members and those involved in the engagement programme about the project, from the initial consultation through to the unveiling. Join us for the world premiere of the […]
Magic: the Gathering is a collectable trading card game dating back to 1993. Players use their decks, containing lands, spells, and creatures, to battle against their opponent using a variety of tactics and strategies until one player emerges victorious. Magic comes in many formats, each with its own list of cards that are allowed to […]
For amateur bakers and bread enthusiasts alike. Doughlicious is a bread club with a twist. Share recipes and techniques in a relaxed atmosphere and get practical with some hands-on activity. Open to all! Discover more about Doughlicious here. The levian will be provided, but you’ll need to bring some tools from home. These are: A mixing […]
Back to Drawing at @ The Stove Open and accessible drawing workshops. No experience needed, for any age or ability. Only £8 with all materials provided – pay on the door Drawing for Enjoyment returns to The Stove on the High Street in the centre of Dumfries with a focus to getting back to the essence […]
The Climate Kitchen, run by local community members, is a space for learning, sharing, contributing and working together to do something positive for the climate! The Stove Cafe will be open for food and drink from 5.30pm, so if you’ve got an appetite for change OR an appetite for a cuppa and some locally sourced […]